YuYu Hakusho: Slugfest Reimagined as Cel-Shaded RPG for Mobile

• Officially licensed featuring the original voice actors
• Collect legendary characters from the anime series
• Relive unforgettable moments from the show

If you're like me and love classic anime tournaments—complete with characters explaining every move from the sidelines (even when there's already an official commentator)—then you'll want to clear your schedule. YuYu Hakusho: Slugfest has arrived, and it's bringing the beloved series to life as an officially licensed RPG for iOS and Android. Honestly, the only question is: why did it take so long for this to happen?

As my enthusiastic introduction probably reveals, Yu Yu Hakusho was one of my favorite shows growing up, so hearing about its mobile debut is genuinely thrilling.

Just the official screenshots on the store pages are enough to get me excited. The game promises to faithfully recreate the world of the anime with vibrant cel-shaded visuals, offering a fresh take on the team's adventures in the demon realm.

And when it comes to characters, you won't just collect the main heroes—you can also recruit major villains like Younger Toguro, Sensui, and Yomi, alongside favorites such as Yusuke, Kuwabara, Hiei, and Kurama (yes, Kurama fans rejoice).

Combat appears to be strategically turn-based, emphasizing team synergies as you progress through the infamous Dark Tournament. There's also PvP and Guild-vs-Guild modes for those eager to test their squad against other players.

Perhaps the best part is that, thanks to the official license, the original voice cast has returned to reprise their roles—guaranteed to stir up nostalgia for anyone who raced home after school to catch the show in the early '90s.

While you wait, why not explore our list of the best RPGs on Android? Or go ahead and pre-register on Google Play and the App Store to be among the first to play when it launches!