29 Games with a anime setting like Rage of the Dragons NEO that you should try

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 37 games similar to Rage of the Dragons NEO down to the 29 that fit the “Anime” category. NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R - Wonder of U and Dragon Ball FighterZ top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Rage of the Dragons NEO.

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The best games with a anime setting like Rage of the Dragons NEO

29 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Rage of the Dragons NEO. Each one has been evaluated across 13 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4Closest overall match

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Steam👍 91%· 90KRAWG👍 85%· 503MC80IGDB75· 9

Year 2016Dev CyberConnect2 Co. · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the arena fighters cluster, with fighting mechanics, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus, open world exploration and fantasy world, while skipping deep RPG systems

The latest opus in the acclaimed STORM series is taking you on a colourful and breathtaking ride. Take advantage of the totally revamped battle system and prepare to dive into the most epic fights you’ve ever seen in the NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM series!

It predates Rage of the Dragons NEO by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R - Wonder of UClosest on setting

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Steam👍 91%· 16KRAWG👍 65%· 23IGDB80· 1

Year 2022Dev CyberConnect2 Co. · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are arena fighters — sharing fighting mechanics, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, co op and visual third person, while skipping deep RPG systems

All JOJOs Unite! Fight for Your Destiny! Well known for its charismatic heroes, striking art style, and unforgettable catch phrases (“Yare yare daze…”), another installment of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is coming! JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All Star Battle R!

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: visuals.

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#3Dragon Ball FighterZClosest on game mode

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Steam👍 90%· 76KIGDB87· 18OC86· 142

Year 2018Dev Arc System Works · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are arena fighters — sharing fighting mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: competitive edge, punishing difficulty and fantasy world, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

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#4Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero

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Steam👍 88%· 70KIGDB83· 7OC82· 126

Year 2024Dev Spike Chunsoft · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · Switch · PC

✓ Fits the arena fighters cluster, with fighting mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings competitive edge, open world exploration and co op, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone and visuals.

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Steam👍 73%· 23KIGDB55· 11OC57· 113

Year 2019Dev Spike Chunsoft · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are arena fighters — sharing fighting mechanics, deep RPG systems and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, fantasy world and skill tree progression, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against positive for Rage of the Dragons NEO.

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Steam👍 75%· 9.8KIGDB73· 11OC75· 114

Year 2019Dev Team NINJA · Koei Tecmo GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of arena fighters: fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: competitive edge, strong narrative focus and visual 3d, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against positive for Rage of the Dragons NEO.

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#7Dead or Alive 5: Last Round

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Steam👍 69%· 10KIGDB72· 10OC72· 46

Year 2015Dev Team NINJA · Tecmo Koei GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of arena fighters: fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: competitive edge, cozy, relaxing feel and visual 3d, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against positive for Rage of the Dragons NEO.

It predates Rage of the Dragons NEO by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam👍 88%· 32KIGDB79· 8

Year 2012Dev Lab Zero Games · Autumn GamesOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of arena fighters: fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Its own twist: competitive edge, strong narrative focus and horror setting, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone and setting.

It predates Rage of the Dragons NEO by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9THE KING OF FIGHTERS 2002 UNLIMITED MATCHClosest on visuals

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MultiplayerSoloOfflinePvPMeleeAnime2DPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 5.2KRAWG👍 74%· 34

Year 2010Dev SNKPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the arena fighters cluster, with fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting anime

≠ Stands apart with competitive edge and co op, while skipping deep RPG systems

KOF 2002 UM, fully upgraded version of KOF 2002 & 2nd title in the UM series, joins the battle on STEAM!ABOUT THE GAMEThe second title in the UM series is a fully upgraded version of KOF 2002, a masterpiece of the KOF series deserving of a place honor along with KOF ’98.

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

It predates Rage of the Dragons NEO by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2

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SoloMultiplayerOfflinePvPMeleeAnime2D

Steam👍 94%· 11KRAWG👍 81%· 32IGDB86· 6OC86· 43

Year 2017Dev Aksys GamesOn PS

✓ Fits the arena fighters cluster, with fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting anime

≠ Where it differs: brings punishing difficulty, strong narrative focus and competitive edge, while skipping deep RPG systems

Get ready to rock again! Guilty Gear Xrd REV 2 includes new fighters, moves, story chapters and more! It’s never been a better time to be a 2.5D brawler in the post apocalypse! Hone your skills with an eclectic cast of 25 insane fighters and prove your mettle as the ultimate fighting master.

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

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#11GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R

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SoloMultiplayerOfflinePvPMeleeAnime2D

Steam👍 96%· 7.6KRAWG👍 84%· 55MC72

Year 2013Dev Arc System WorksPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Both are arena fighters — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting anime

≠ Where it differs: brings competitive edge and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep RPG systems

Ultimate battle action!

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

It predates Rage of the Dragons NEO by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Tekken 8

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OfflineSoloMultiplayerPvPMeleeAnime2D

Steam👍 55%· 70KIGDB88· 6OC90· 169

Year 2024Dev Bandai Namco Studios · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of arena fighters: fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting anime

≠ Where it differs: brings competitive edge, vibe casual and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against positive for Rage of the Dragons NEO.

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GenreFightingSubgenreArena Fighter

MultiplayerSoloPvPOfflineMeleeAnime2D

Steam👍 68%· 44KIGDB72· 19OC75· 101

Year 2016Dev CapcomOn PS4 · PC

✓ Both are arena fighters — sharing fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting anime

≠ Stands apart with competitive edge, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against positive for Rage of the Dragons NEO.

It predates Rage of the Dragons NEO by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Slice & DiceClosest on tone

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GenreFightingSubgenreArena Fighter

SoloMultiplayerOfflineMeleeDarkAnime2D

Steam👍 64%· 733IGDB84· 1

Year 2017Dev Arc System Works · Arc System Works Co.Playtime ~1hOn PC · PS · Nintendo

✓ Same family of arena fighters: fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus and co op, while skipping deep RPG systems

Slice Dice & Rice is an indie fighting game with no health bars. Inspired by Bushido Blade, it revolves around the idea of finding an opening in opponents defense and ending the round with a single, clean hit.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against positive for Rage of the Dragons NEO.

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#15Guilty Gear: Strive

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Steam👍 88%· 65KIGDB83· 7OC86· 115

Year 2021Dev Arc System WorksOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the arena fighters cluster, with fighting mechanics, melee combat and setting anime

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, vibe casual and fantasy world, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Rage of the Dragons NEO: tone.

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