Best Anime Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated anime games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free anime games are available at the bottom of the page.
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VR Secretary: Ailey Edition
VR Secretary puts you in a real office situation. You think you can handle anything, but the relationship with your secretary, Ailey? Cross the line, and your workplace journey might become unexpectedly “eventful”. Being a CEO may not be quite what you imagined.
Rift of the NecroDancer
The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.
Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days 2
"Cardfight!! Vanguard," has newly come to digital game! Over 3,000 cards for the Standard format! A brand-new original story shares the world of anime series unfolds! Enjoy your own cardfight experience!!
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. takes the gameplay of Virtua Fighter 5 and raises it to new levels! Rollback Netcode support, gorgeous 4K visuals and additional content make it the best version of this legendary game ever.
FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.
Lunavania
Lunavania isn't just about high-octane combat. Enjoy base building, decorating with a variety of furniture, befriending NPCs, farming, and fishing. These features add greater depth and variety, offering a chance to savor life on the Moon beyond the battlefield.
AI2U: With You 'Til The End
You wake up in a cute girl's home who's eager to keep you by her side! Engage with thematic stories, puzzles, and unique AI NPCs who'll go to any lengths to protect you—even when it means contradicting themselves. Bask in meet-cutes or brace for chaos if you try to escape.
The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria-
The latest installment in the popular story-driven Kiseki RPG series is here! The 20th-anniversary title, The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria-, where the epic story of the continent of Zemuria takes a dramatic turn, is now available on Steam®!
ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist
Decades after the events of ENDER LILIES, Homunculi — sorrowful, artificial life forms — roam the land. In this dark fantasy Metroidvania, face formidable enemies and explore a bewitching post-apocalyptic world. Humans and Homunculi — what awaits at the end of the quest for their salvation?
The Shell Part III: Paradiso
The coiling chains of obsession that began with The Shell now threaten to strangle Detective Reiji Tokisaka in the third and final entry in the trilogy. As old friends and foes rise up for one last confrontation, can anyone break the cycle—and can Reiji's heart ever be set free?
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD: Typing of The Net
"NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD: Typing of The Net" is a typing game in which you enter internet lingo in a call-and-response format with a girl (OMGkawaiiAngel) who has a strong need for approval.
Tales of Graces f Remastered
Tales of Graces f is back with a beautiful and easier-to-play version! The game also includes Lineage and Legacies, an after-story to the main scenario!
Chicken Hill
Find 250 Genjouin of various species and hundreds of items for brother KUN. Rescue your frustrated and devastated brother KUN in the KUN space. We are the most devout believers.
Endless Alice
Endless Alice is a third-person action-adventure game combining Roguelite elements, anime aesthetics, and endless possibilities. Choose characters with unique combat styles and embark on adventures! Play solo or with friends in cooperative challenges for up to 4 players!
Threefold Recital
Threefold Recital is set in an oriental fantasy world where the metropolis of Bluescales faces turmoil after a long golden age. The mix of magic, modern, and ancient technologies challenges governance, while tensions between humans, beastlings, and dragons grow. In the shadows, a crisis looms...
OneRoom ―Yui Hanasaka Memorial―
That pure love, that lovey-dovey moment again――A new, immersive animated novel game where you can experience the story of Yui Hanasaka, the main heroine of the popular short anime series OneRoom, from the protagonist’s point of view.Revisit her special moments in this innovative experience!
FREEDOM WARS Remastered
Born into a one-million-year prison sentence, you must survive deadly missions to earn any hope of freedom. Die in prison or live on the battlefield. The choice is yours.
Animal Jam
In Animal Jam, you can become your favorite animal, collect amazing items, adopt adorable pets, and create a style to express the real you as you explore the beautiful 3D world of Jamaa! 2017 Google Play Awards Winner ★ Best App for Kids
Desktop Mate
Customize your PC with officially licensed, super-cute characters using the next-generation desktop mascot platform, Desktop Mate. Characters roam freely on your desktop, sitting on windows and playfully interacting with your mouse. Liven up your desktop with some new friends!
Beyond Citadel
Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath.
Incremental Epic Hero 2
A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!
Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL
Sixtar Gate: STARTRAIL is a rhythm game for keyboard set against a space exploration backdrop. Captain your science vessel alongside your navigator Shii as you explore the vast Sixtar system!
Royal Quest Online
Fantasy comes alive in this vast yet cozy free-to-play MMORPG! Choose between 4 classes and 8 subclasses, explore hundreds of locations, thousands of quests, dive into varied PvE and PvP modes, enter the unique vibrant world, and trade with other players. Play, explore, fight and be victorious!
Most played anime games on Steam
Take a look at the top anime games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Wallpaper Engine
Use stunning live wallpapers on your desktop. Animate your own images to create new wallpapers or import videos/websites and share them on the Steam Workshop! Wallpaper Engine is a utilities and anime game developed and published by Wallpaper Engine Team. Released on November 16th 2018 has received 894,458 reviews of which 876,898 were positive and 17,560 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played anime game, thanks to its 49,102 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
876,898
17,560
49,102
players
2. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat. VRChat is a vr, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by VRChat Inc.. Released on February 01st 2017 has received 240,355 reviews of which 181,623 were positive and 58,732 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. While seeing 42,777 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among anime games based on player count.
7.5
181,623
58,732
42,777
players
3. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world. Wuthering Waves is a open world, action and anime game developed and published by KURO GAMES. Released on April 28th 2025 has received 14,136 reviews of which 12,739 were positive and 1,397 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 16,652 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among anime games based on player count.
8.8
12,739
1,397
16,652
players
4. VTube Studio
VTube Studio is all you'll ever need to become a Live2D VTuber, with innovative features such as pinning props to your model and many more still to come. VTube Studio is a indie and anime game developed and published by DenchiSoft. Released on March 12th 2021 has received 5,695 reviews of which 5,283 were positive and 412 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 6,807 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played anime games.
9.0
5,283
412
6,807
players
5. Persona 5 Royal
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! Persona 5 Royal is a jrpg, story rich and great soundtrack game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 103,144 reviews of which 99,657 were positive and 3,487 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 4,098 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played anime games.
9.5
99,657
3,487
4,098
players
6. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice! VPet-Simulator is a free to play, cute and anime game developed and published by LB Game. Released on August 13th 2023 has received 46,362 reviews of which 45,577 were positive and 785 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 3,006 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played anime games.
9.6
45,577
785
3,006
players
7. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment. Eternal Return is a free to play and anime game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Nimble Neuron and SapStaR Games. Released on July 19th 2023 has received 65,046 reviews of which 51,694 were positive and 13,352 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 2,457 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played anime games.
7.8
51,694
13,352
2,457
players
8. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"! MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE is a anime, free to play and battle royale game developed by Byking Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 20,179 reviews of which 13,379 were positive and 6,800 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 2,325 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played anime games.
6.6
13,379
6,800
2,325
players
9. Metaphor: ReFantazio
After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration. Metaphor: ReFantazio is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 10th 2024 has received 34,840 reviews of which 31,641 were positive and 3,199 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 2,010 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played anime games.
8.9
31,641
3,199
2,010
players
10. Persona 3 Reload
Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay. Persona 3 Reload is a jrpg, rpg and anime game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on February 01st 2024 has received 42,567 reviews of which 40,182 were positive and 2,385 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 2,002 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played anime games.
9.3
40,182
2,385
2,002
players
Best deals on anime games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of anime games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted anime games.
1. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition
Svart Alfheim and the Accelerated World have begun to merge. In the midst of the chaos, Yui has gone missing. Kirito must challenge the Seven Kings of pure color from the Accelerated World to gain access to her location. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and multiplayer game developed by ARTDINK CORPORATION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 12th 2017 has received 1,141 reviews of which 846 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for anime category.
7.1
846
295
-99%
49.99€
0.89€
2. Dark Deity
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world... Dark Deity is a tactical, turn-based strategy and strategy rpg game developed by Sword & Axe LLC and published by indie.io. Released on June 15th 2021 has received 2,753 reviews of which 1,995 were positive and 758 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in anime games.
7.0
1,995
758
-99%
22.99€
0.42€
3. LunarLux
Experience a sci-fi action-adventure RPG on the Moon in the year 30XX! Join Bella in a story of science, truth, justice, and trust, as she travels the silver globe to find a way to save humanity from Comet Coda! It's time to unleash your Lux! LunarLux is a rpg, anime and female protagonist game developed by CosmicNobab Games and published by indie.io. Released on September 25th 2023 has received 359 reviews of which 343 were positive and 16 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in anime games.
8.8
343
16
-98%
18.49€
0.53€
4. Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection
In a world where magic and technology exist side by side, vampire princess Alwen must reclaim her ancestral castle and her magic alongside her unlikely ally, treasure hunter Ragna Valentine. They may make for an odd pair, but when they combine their talents, the sky’s the limit! Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection is a action, rpg and anime game developed by Nihon Falcom and published by XSEED Games, Marvelous USA and Inc.. Released on October 31st 2017 has received 678 reviews of which 631 were positive and 47 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for anime games.
8.7
631
47
-98%
19.99€
0.47€
5. Afterimage
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world. Afterimage is a metroidvania, female protagonist and 2d platformer game developed by Aurogon Shanghai and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on April 24th 2023 has received 8,404 reviews of which 6,526 were positive and 1,878 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.6
6,526
1,878
-98%
24.99€
0.54€
6. Super Bullet Break
Save the world of online multiplayer games from a rogue AI in this deck-building strategy roguelite! Collect more than 160 cute and colourful Bullets as you move through maps based on iconic game genres and defeat enemies in challenging turn-based combat. Super Bullet Break is a anime, turn-based tactics and card battler game developed by BeXide Inc. and published by PQube. Released on August 12th 2022 has received 398 reviews of which 322 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.6
322
76
-98%
19.99€
0.59€
7. 7'scarlet
The remote town of Okunezato is shaped like a crescent moon and shrouded in dark myths and legends. Take on the role of a brave young woman journeying into the unknown to uncover dangerous truths and locate her missing brother with her childhood friend. 7'scarlet is a otome, adventure and visual novel game developed by Idea Factory and TOYBOX and published by Intragames. Released on March 12th 2019 has received 808 reviews of which 611 were positive and 197 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.2
611
197
-98%
28.99€
0.78€
8. Neverinth
Explore the halls of the Neverinth and uncover the history of the Valkyrie. Do glorious battle against the beasts and monsters of Norse legend and uncover the hidden pasts of each heroic woman. But their trials will not be easy as they face down those that haunt the sacred halls of Valhalla. Neverinth is a rogue-like, anime and souls-like game developed by CreAct Games and published by Neon Doctrine. Released on June 17th 2020 has received 1,054 reviews of which 726 were positive and 328 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for anime games.
6.7
726
328
-98%
15.99€
0.47€
9. Death end re;Quest 2
In collaboration with Corpse Party scenario writer Makoto Kedouin, this horror RPG follows Mai Toyama’s search for her sister in a quiet lakeside town. She’ll unravel clues to the town’s past by day, and battle Shadow Matter by night. Can you uncover the truth before reality is consumed by darkness? Death end re;Quest 2 is a rpg, action and adventure game developed by Idea Factory and Compile Heart and published by Idea Factory International. Released on August 18th 2020 has received 470 reviews of which 326 were positive and 144 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for anime games.
6.6
326
144
-98%
33.99€
0.90€
10. BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend
'BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend' is the sixth installment of the BlazBlue series, a combination of 2D fighting action game and visual novel. BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend is a anime, fighting and 2d fighter game developed by Arc System Works and published by H2 Interactive Co. and Ltd.. Released on March 02nd 2016 has received 2,836 reviews of which 2,577 were positive and 259 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for anime games.
8.7
2,577
259
-97%
27.99€
0.91€
Free anime games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play anime games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play anime games.
1. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat. VRChat is a vr, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by VRChat Inc.. Released on February 01st 2017 has received 240,355 reviews of which 181,623 were positive and 58,732 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 42,777 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free anime games on Steam.
7.5
181,623
58,732
42,777
players
2. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world. Wuthering Waves is a open world, action and anime game developed and published by KURO GAMES. Released on April 28th 2025 has received 14,136 reviews of which 12,739 were positive and 1,397 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 16,652, this anime game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free anime games on Steam.
8.8
12,739
1,397
16,652
players
3. VTube Studio
VTube Studio is all you'll ever need to become a Live2D VTuber, with innovative features such as pinning props to your model and many more still to come. VTube Studio is a indie and anime game developed and published by DenchiSoft. Released on March 12th 2021 has received 5,695 reviews of which 5,283 were positive and 412 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 6,807, this anime game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free anime games on Steam.
9.0
5,283
412
6,807
players
4. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice! VPet-Simulator is a free to play, cute and anime game developed and published by LB Game. Released on August 13th 2023 has received 46,362 reviews of which 45,577 were positive and 785 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 3,006 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
9.6
45,577
785
3,006
players
5. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment. Eternal Return is a free to play and anime game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Nimble Neuron and SapStaR Games. Released on July 19th 2023 has received 65,046 reviews of which 51,694 were positive and 13,352 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,457 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
7.8
51,694
13,352
2,457
players
6. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"! MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE is a anime, free to play and battle royale game developed by Byking Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 20,179 reviews of which 13,379 were positive and 6,800 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,325 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.6
13,379
6,800
2,325
players
7. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold! Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links is a free to play, card game and anime game developed and published by KONAMI. Released on November 16th 2017 has received 43,630 reviews of which 36,345 were positive and 7,285 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,964 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
8.2
36,345
7,285
1,964
players
8. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience. Strinova is a free to play, anime and third-person shooter game developed and published by iDreamSky. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 25,655 reviews of which 19,424 were positive and 6,231 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,742 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
7.5
19,424
6,231
1,742
players
9. Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis
Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis is a free-to-play action MMO. Join players around the world to explore the planet Halpha and fight in epic battles as ARKS Defenders! Unleash your imagination with our ultimate character creation experience and creative spaces to create your own phantasy. Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis is a free to play, character customization and anime game developed and published by SEGA. Released on August 05th 2020 has received 24,044 reviews of which 16,848 were positive and 7,196 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,342 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.9
16,848
7,196
1,342
players
10. ONE PIECE Bounty Rush
Take the loot, pirates! Bounty Rush is a 4 vs 4 multiplayer team action game. Work with your team to capture the other teams' berries! ONE PIECE Bounty Rush is a action, free to play and multiplayer game developed by SEGA and published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.. Released on September 23rd 2024 has received 2,651 reviews of which 1,787 were positive and 864 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,334 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.6
1,787
864
1,334
players