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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Criminal Girls: Invite Only
You've been entrusted with the care of a crew of girls whose sins have damned their souls to Hell and an eternity of punishment... Their only hope of salvation is for you to recognize their unique histories, and to guide them along the path to redemption.
Trick and Treat - Visual Novel
Trick & Treat is a Visual Novel that test your instincts by making choices that can get you out from the cursed forest or drive you to death… or maybe just maybe your choices can guide you to something more?
Heroine Anthem Zero -Sacrifice-
《Heroine Anthem Zero : Sacrifice》 is an epic fantasy 2D side-scrolling ARPG with Japanese voiceovers and support for 7 languages. In a world unforgiven by God, it is a story of sacrifice and survival ten years in the making. Come and enter a world of adventure from long ago.
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!
Angels of Death
"Please... kill me." "Help me get outta here, and I'll kill you." ~ Angels of Death is a psychological horror-adventure game, consisting of four episodes.
Pretty Girls Panic!
Socially conservative sea creatures have constructed a water filled screen to hide the Pretty Girls from view. But please don't panic! Use your special tool to penetrate the barrier and reveal the girls while avoiding getting caught. Girls will gradually disrobe from stage to stage to reward you for your success.
Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
It's adorable! It's tactical! The doujin/indie SRPG - Moékuri! 151+ Cute Creatures to try, over a solid grid-based tactical system! Fight through 25 story stages with your own unique strategy!
LoveKami -Divinity Stage-
MoeNovel's exciting new original title, LoveKami -Divinity Stage-, debuts on Steam in English, bringing a fun and energetic tale filled with magic and music!
GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
Astonishing 3D cell animations and overwhelming content volume, the next-generation fighting game "GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2" is now out on Steam! Total cast of 25 unique characters, and tons of game modes, get ready to ROCK!
Empire of Angels IV
This is a SLG game that developed by SOFTSTAR in Taiwan. Is a dramatic, beautiful painting, use full-time vocal and funniest 3D game.
Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
Introduction In the mountain town far away the ashihara chou，a BRAND-NEW story about the coexistence of “humans”and “ tayutai“ is about to start. To be with you this is the only oath and my everything
Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel
The hit crossover 2D fighter finally makes its way to PC, updated to the latest arcade version for character balancing, added background animations and additional winning poses. It also includes all DLC from the console release, such as additional fighters Homura and Heart, in a single value package.
Coffin of Ashes
Delilah is an ordinary school girl who accidentally discovers an old mansion on a rainy night. As her exploration in the mansion continues, she finds many mysterious phenomena that can't be explained. In this mansion covered by ashes, what's the secret hidden deep underground?
Yu-Gi-Oh! Legacy of the Duelist
Relive past Dueling glory against Yu-Gi-Oh! characters from the past and present! Compete against other players online with your custom deck, then challenge them in Battle Pack Draft and Sealed Play!
Tomato Way
FPS/Slasher/Horror for people with strong nerves. Tomato Way it`s like your favorite video game, but better.
GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES
“GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES”, the latest entry in the legendary "FATAL FURY" Series which still continues to fascinate players around the world to this day, returns for a new fight on Steam!
Lara Croft GO
Lara Croft GO is a turn based puzzle-adventure set in a long-forgotten world. Explore the ruins of an ancient civilization, discover well-kept secrets and face deadly challenges as you uncover the myth of the Queen of Venom.
Pinball FX2 VR
Creating a brand new way to play pinball that deftly combines the look and feel of digital pinball with the sensation of a real-world experience, Pinball FX2 VR is the premiere place for pinball action in VR!
Japanese School Life
Welcomed by the fluttering of cherry blossom, the main character, Brian, starts a new high school life in Japan. Brian soon starts to get along with two girls in the same class after they start to talk to him. With their help, Brian gradually learns Japanese culture and customs.
Hello Charlotte EP2: Requiem Aeternam Deo
A eulogy for happiness, and a lament for connection that never was.
Brief Karate Foolish
Here comes a new epic of live action fighting game!! With 60fps smooth action, sexy and deadly guys fly into air and bounces their flab!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 April 30th 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 885,586 reviews of which 868,186 were positive and 17,400 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 41,221 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
868,186
17,400
41,221
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 238,077 reviews of which 179,963 were positive and 58,114 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. While seeing 22,706 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among anime games based on player count.
7.5
179,963
58,114
22,706
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 5,571 reviews of which 5,163 were positive and 408 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 6,840 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among anime games based on player count.
9.0
5,163
408
6,840
players
4. The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy-
Kazutaka Kodaka and Kotaro Uchikoshi join forces for the first time to deliver the ULTIMATE adventure game! 15 students are tasked with defending a school from grotesque monsters for 100 days. Can they make it to the end? And will they survive long enough to uncover the truth? The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- is a multiple endings, adventure and story rich game developed by Too Kyo Games and Media.Vision Inc. and published by Aniplex Inc.. Released on April 23rd 2025 has received 985 reviews of which 933 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 4,064 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played anime games.
8.9
933
52
4,064
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 turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 100,454 reviews of which 97,086 were positive and 3,368 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 3,436 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played anime games.
9.5
97,086
3,368
3,436
players
6. The First Berserker: Khazan
The First Berserker: Khazan is a hardcore action role-playing game. The player will become Khazan, the great general of the Pell Los Empire, who overcame death, and sets out to reveal the incidents that led to his downfall and seek vengeance on his enemies. The First Berserker: Khazan is a souls-like, difficult and hack and slash game developed by Neople and published by NEXON. Released on March 27th 2025 has received 14,169 reviews of which 12,871 were positive and 1,298 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 3,409 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played anime games.
8.9
12,871
1,298
3,409
players
7. 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 45,874 reviews of which 45,097 were positive and 777 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 2,653 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played anime games.
9.6
45,097
777
2,653
players
8. 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, anime and multiplayer game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Nimble Neuron and SapStaR Games. Released on July 19th 2023 has received 64,534 reviews of which 51,346 were positive and 13,188 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 2,144 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played anime games.
7.9
51,346
13,188
2,144
players
9. 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 19,674 reviews of which 13,043 were positive and 6,631 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 1,987 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played anime games.
6.6
13,043
6,631
1,987
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 40,860 reviews of which 38,590 were positive and 2,270 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 1,945 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played anime games.
9.3
38,590
2,270
1,945
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 April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted anime games.
1. DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE revisits famous battles from the series through your custom Avatar and other classic characters. New features include the mysterious Toki Toki City, new gameplay mechanics, new animations and many other amazing features! DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE is a anime, fighting and action game developed by DIMPS and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on February 26th 2015 has received 20,805 reviews of which 18,685 were positive and 2,120 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 94% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for anime category.
8.8
18,685
2,120
-94%
40.00€
2.40€
2. .hack//G.U. Last Recode
.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection. .hack//G.U. Last Recode is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on November 03rd 2017 has received 3,839 reviews of which 3,334 were positive and 505 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in anime games.
8.4
3,334
505
-94%
47.67€
2.86€
3. 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 1,138 reviews of which 843 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in anime games.
7.1
843
295
-94%
47.00€
2.82€
4. Gal*Gun 2
Notoriously lewd first-person shooter, where you find yourself irresistible to every girl in school! Fend off their advances as you explore the school grounds. Use gadgets to expel mischievous demons and upgrade kit like the 'Demon Sweeper' to suck the skirts clean off your suitors! Gal*Gun 2 is a anime and vr game developed by INTI CREATES CO. and LTD. and published by PQube. Released on July 20th 2018 has received 2,332 reviews of which 1,952 were positive and 380 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for anime games.
8.0
1,952
380
-93%
28.29€
1.98€
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 8,163 reviews of which 6,360 were positive and 1,803 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.6
6,360
1,803
-93%
25.29€
1.77€
6. Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition
2026, Sword Art: Origin, a new VRMMORPG has emerged. Kirito meets a mysterious NPC and receives a cryptic message. This game is definitively not the same as the one he escaped years ago… Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and action game developed by AQURIA and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on October 27th 2017 has received 7,553 reviews of which 5,984 were positive and 1,569 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.7
5,984
1,569
-92%
52.50€
4.20€
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 798 reviews of which 605 were positive and 193 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.2
605
193
-92%
27.50€
2.20€
8. SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION
SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION is a Tactical-Card game packed with exhilarating confrontation, deep card game strategy and a thrilling storyline taking place in the wide Dragon Ball Heroes universe! SUPER DRAGON BALL HEROES WORLD MISSION is a strategy, anime and card battler game developed by Dimps Corporation, SAFARI GAMES CO. and LTD. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on April 04th 2019 has received 1,767 reviews of which 1,474 were positive and 293 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for anime games.
8.0
1,474
293
-90%
49.99€
4.99€
9. GOD EATER 3
Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here! GOD EATER 3 is a anime, action and character customization game developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on February 07th 2019 has received 9,313 reviews of which 7,400 were positive and 1,913 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.8
7,400
1,913
-90%
49.70€
4.97€
10. GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst
Swear your oath as a GOD EATER and drive back the supernatural harbingers of Earth’s destruction. Buy GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst and get GOD EATER Resurrection FOR FREE GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst is a anime, action and character customization game developed by BANDAI NAMCO Studio, SHIFT and QLOC and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on August 29th 2016 has received 4,519 reviews of which 3,506 were positive and 1,013 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for anime games.
7.5
3,506
1,013
-90%
49.99€
4.99€
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 April 30th 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 238,077 reviews of which 179,963 were positive and 58,114 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 22,706 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free anime games on Steam.
7.5
179,963
58,114
22,706
players
2. 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 5,571 reviews of which 5,163 were positive and 408 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 6,840, this anime game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free anime games on Steam.
9.0
5,163
408
6,840
players
3. 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 45,874 reviews of which 45,097 were positive and 777 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,653, this anime game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free anime games on Steam.
9.6
45,097
777
2,653
players
4. 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, anime and multiplayer game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Nimble Neuron and SapStaR Games. Released on July 19th 2023 has received 64,534 reviews of which 51,346 were positive and 13,188 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,144 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
7.9
51,346
13,188
2,144
players
5. 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 19,674 reviews of which 13,043 were positive and 6,631 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,987 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.6
13,043
6,631
1,987
players
6. 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 43,503 reviews of which 36,256 were positive and 7,247 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,940 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
8.2
36,256
7,247
1,940
players
7. 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 24,860 reviews of which 18,846 were positive and 6,014 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,923 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
7.5
18,846
6,014
1,923
players
8. BLEACH Brave Souls
The world of mega-hit manga and anime BLEACH comes to Steam in this exciting 3D action game! Build a team using your favorite characters from the BLEACH universe! BLEACH Brave Souls is a free to play, anime and rpg game developed and published by KLab Inc.. Released on August 17th 2020 has received 11,766 reviews of which 10,432 were positive and 1,334 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,564 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
8.6
10,432
1,334
1,564
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, mmorpg and anime game developed and published by SEGA. Released on August 05th 2020 has received 23,942 reviews of which 16,807 were positive and 7,135 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,135 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.9
16,807
7,135
1,135
players
10. 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! Desktop Mate is a free to play, anime and cute game developed and published by infiniteloop. Released on January 07th 2025 has received 6,299 reviews of which 4,082 were positive and 2,217 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,116 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free anime games on Steam.
6.4
4,082
2,217
1,116
players