The best anime games on PS4 & PS5

Dive into the world of anime on PlayStation with some of the most popular gaming experiences inspired by manga and Japanese anime. 

Blockbuster Shonen anime

Discover great games inspired by some of the most popular anime series on the planet. 

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One Piece Odyssey

This expansive RPG based on the hugely popular One Piece manga and anime was released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the series.

  • Become the famed pirate Monkey D Luffy, aka Straw Hat Luffy, and set out for adventure with your Straw Hat Crew – only for misfortune to separate you from your friends.
  • Luffy must find his friends, scattered across a lush tropical island, while fending off dangerous enemies, terrifying forces of nature and more obstacles.
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Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections

Experience Naruto and Sasuke’s story in full for the first time ever in a game, as they journey from the Chunin Exams to the Fourth Great Ninja War, and experience a new, original Boruto story exclusive to this game.

  • Embrace the power of Ninjutsu like never before with a roster of over 130 playable characters, updated combat mechanics and a range of thrilling offline and online battle modes.
  • Both newcomers and veterans can make their mark on favorite warriors with deep character customization options.
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The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin

This open-world anime RPG set in the universe of The Seven Deadly Sins sees you step into the role of Prince Tristan of Liones.

  • Chart your own course through myth and magic and restore order to a world thrown into chaos by the collision of time and space.
  • Use different weapon types to adapt your strategy as you face a variety of monsters and boss enemies, and fish or craft resources in quieter moments.
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The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is released for PS5 consoles in 2025.

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Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 

Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles brings all the demon-slaying action of the TV anime and Weekly Shonen Jump manga to PlayStation.

  • Play as Tanjiro Kamado as he hopes to turn his sister Nezuko, who has become a demon, back into a human. Simple controls ensure exhilarating gameplay for all players.
  • Play solo, taking up the sword of Tanjiro against the demon threat, or battle online and locally in 2v2 versus brawls using any combination of characters. 
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What is Shōnen?

Literally meaning 'boy' or 'young man', Shōnen denotes a style of Japanese anime or manga targeted at young male audiences. A hugely popular genre, Shōnen has spawned some of the most well-known manga and anime series such as Dragon Ball Z, Naruto and One Piece.

Games that inspired anime

Discover big name games that inspired their own popular anime series.

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Persona 3 Reload

A remake of 2006’s Persona 3, originally released for the PS2, Persona 3 Reload casts the player as a transfer student whose world is turned upside-down when they discover a secret hour hidden between one day and the next. 

  • New visuals, extra content and quality of life enhancements make this the best way to enjoy a classic from Atlus, the studio behind other anime-styled hits like Persona 5 Royal and Catherine: Full Body.
  • Build your ideal SEES team, select your mission and dive into the action – whether that includes taking on fantastical foes and otherworldly Shadows or forging bonds between characters through gentler side-quest activities.
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Guilty Gear -Strive-

Experience the thrill of battle with the in-depth mechanics and gorgeous animations of Guilty Gear -Strive-, the latest entry in the cutting-edge fighting series.

  • Innovative mechanics allow players new to the series to quickly learn the fundamentals while maintaining deep, creative gameplay.
  • Enjoy the conclusion of the Guilty Gear story, spanning over 20 years, presented in beautiful 2D/3D hybrid graphics with improved character animations.
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Star Ocean: The Second Story R

Released to mark the 25th anniversary of its PS1-released original, Star Ocean The Second Story R is an impressive remake of a much-loved adventure boasting a beautiful 2.5D aesthetic.

  • Guide Claude C. Kenni, a young Federation officer, as he finds himself transported to a mystical planet where he’s believed to be a hero of ancient prophecy.
  • As well as the new visuals, Second Story R includes revised battle mechanics, fast travel, new voice-over options and several quality-of-life improvements. 
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What is manga?

Manga is a traditional graphic novel medium that originated in Japan in the late 19th Century. Noted for its striking visual style and strong emphasis on character and expression, the medium is now a widely-read and celebrated storytelling medium that has influenced creators all over the world.

Legendary anime classics

Discover true icons of the anime industry brought to life for modern gaming audiences.

Sand Land

Based on the manga written and illustrated by Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama and its subsequent anime, Sand Land sees the player creating incredible vehicles to explore a desert world, meeting many friends and foes on the search for the hidden Legendary Spring.

  • Play as Beelzebub, leading a company of misfits while also learning to control his own remarkable powers. Develop a base camp in the city of Spino and welcome the exiled people of the desert to make their homes beside you.
  • Unlock and level up a vast array of vehicles, upgrading weapons, engines and suspension across tanks, motorbikes and Jump-bots to effortlessly explore every corner of the continent.
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Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero

Take part in gravity-defying battles in this arena brawler that showcases each Dragon Ball character’s destructive powers and Ki abilities in stunning detail.

  • Take control of the strongest fighters to have ever appeared in Dragon Ball using gameplay from the legendary Budokai Tenkaichi series. Experience high-speed 3D battles with authentic combat moves and planet-razing ultimate attacks.
  • Select from a huge number of playable characters and unleash their fighting spirits across arenas that react to your every action. Leave a trail of destruction in your wake as you battle onward.
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HUNTERxHUNTER NENxIMPACT

The first full-scale HUNTER×HUNTER fighting game, based on the classic manga and anime productions, offers dramatic three-on-three battles.

  • Experiment with team combinations and synergy to find the right trio for you, and fight through an offline story mode or challenge opponents in online play.
  • Tutorial stages show you the ropes, and you can hold the rush button to execute exhilarating combos with ease.
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HUNTERxHUNTER NENxIMPACT is released for PS5 consoles on 17 July 2025.

Popular modern anime

Get to grips with great games inspired by popular modern anime series. 

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Attack on titan 2  -Final Battle- 

This colossal action game recreates the most dramatic and memorable moments from the hit anime’s first three series. Master the high-speed movements of the game’s omni-directional mobility gear and use Thunder Spears to combat the deadly Titans.

  • Play through stories drawn straight from the anime using more than 40 playable characters in battles against the enormous Titans.
  • Experience the game’s story mode solo or in online co-op, taking customizable characters into large, open areas offering plenty of strategic potential.
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BLEACH Rebirth of Souls

Awaken the blade within you and engage in thrilling battles with powerful sword abilities in this fighter based on the legendary anime franchise.

  • Take advantage of each character's unique abilities and command the flow of battle to find an opening that spells defeat for your enemies.
  • Relive the main story of BLEACH, from Ichigo's rise as a Soul Reaper to the climactic battle against Sosuke Aizen.
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Digimon Story Time Stranger

Explore the deep bond between humans and Digimon in this epic story that unravels the mystery of the world’s collapse.

  • Journey between the parallel human world and the Digital World: Iliad, where Digimon reside, seeing its intricately detailed realms like never before.
  • Enjoy dynamic turn-based combat with over 450 Digimon, combining strategic elements with evolved battle components.
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Digimon Story Time Stranger is released for PS5 consoles on 3 October 2025.

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Fairy Tail

Explore the Kingdom of Fiore in this action-packed JRPG based on Hiro Mashima's manga series and its anime adaptation. Form a magical crew from 16 playable characters and aim to make your wizard’s guild the best in the land.

  • Play as familiar faces from the Fairy Tail guild and others too, mixing mages to create a team powerful enough to accomplish any mission.
  • Moves are drawn from the source material, such as Unison Raid and Extreme Magic, while story beats are both based on the manga and all new for the game.
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What is anime?

Derived from the English word 'animation', anime encapsulates a huge range of hand-drawn and digital TV series and feature films produced in Japan. Like its manga counterpart, from which many of its series are adapted, anime is today a worldwide cultural phenomenon.

Anime games for younger players

Check out a range of anime games perfectly suited for children and young gamers.

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Doraemon Story of Seasons

The iconic robot cat Doraemon and his best friend Noby try their hand at farming in this crossover with the long-running Story of Seasons series. Build a new life in Natura growing crops, caring for livestock and decorating your house.

  • Use Doraemon’s array of gadgets to help with tasks around the farm – and then explore beyond your fields to the town of Natura, go on adventures, catch bugs and more.
  • Enjoy a heartfelt game depicted in a uniquely nostalgic visual style – an experience that will resonate with all generations.
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Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions

Build your dream team in this arcade-style football game that brings a refreshing twist to the genre with fighting game-like mechanics delivering exhilarating action and over-the-top shots.

  • Create your own characters with individual skills and abilities and play against friends both locally and online, with support for up to four players.
  • Compete across several challenging online modes to claim trophies and other rewards, or tackle two story modes based on the Captain Tsubasa anime.
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