- Officially licensed with original voice actors reprising their roles
- Collect legendary characters from the anime series
- Experience unforgettable story moments from the classic show
For fans like me who grew up loving those classic anime tournament arcs where characters inexplicably commentate on every technique (despite there being professional announcers present), here's some exciting news - YuYu Hakusho: Slugfest is now becoming a reality. This officially licensed RPG is coming to iOS and Android, bringing the beloved anime to mobile devices at long last. The real mystery is why it took so many years for this adaptation to happen.
As my nostalgic introduction probably reveals, Yu Yu Hakusho was one of my absolute favorite anime during my younger years. Hearing about this mobile adaptation genuinely feels like a dream come true.
Just browsing through the official screenshots on store listings gets my excitement bubbling. The game promises to faithfully recreate the anime's world while using cel-shaded graphics, offering a fresh yet authentic way to relive Team Urameshi's demon world adventures.
The roster includes not just our main heroes - Yusuke, Kuwabara, Hiei, and the ever-popular Kurama - but also formidable villains like Younger Toguro, Sensui, and Yomi for players to collect and add to their teams.
Battles appear to follow a strategic turn-based system, with team synergy mechanics that players can optimize while progressing through the iconic Dark Tournament storyline. Competitive players will appreciate the included PvP and Guild vs Guild modes to test their dream teams against others.
Perhaps most exciting is the inclusion of the original Japanese voice cast, guaranteed to deliver waves of nostalgia for 90s kids who, like me, used to race home from school to catch the latest episode.
While waiting for release, you might want to browse our roundup of top Android RPGs. You can also pre-register on Google Play and the App Store to secure early access when the game launches!
