Get ready for Sakamoto Days: The anime and its accompanying mobile game are almost here!

The highly anticipated Sakamoto Days anime is hitting Netflix soon, and it's bringing along a mobile game, Sakamoto Days Dangerous Puzzle, as reported by Crunchyroll.

Even if you're not an anime enthusiast, this mobile game promises a diverse and engaging experience. It blends match-three puzzle gameplay with elements of storefront simulation (perfectly mirroring the show's plot), battling mechanics, and character collection featuring a roster of beloved characters from the series.

Sakamoto Days follows the story of Sakamoto, a retired assassin who traded in his life of crime for family life and a 9-to-5 job at a convenience store. But the underworld doesn't let go easily. With his new partner Shin, Sakamoto proves that a little extra weight hasn't dulled his incredible skills.

Mobile First?

Sakamoto Days has already garnered a significant cult following before its anime debut, making the simultaneous mobile game release particularly noteworthy. The game cleverly combines popular mobile game mechanics like character collection and battling with the more accessible match-three puzzle format.

This raises interesting questions about the symbiotic relationship between Japanese anime/manga and the mobile gaming market, particularly given the success of franchises like Uma Musume that originated on smartphones.

Anime's global impact is undeniable. For a curated selection of top anime mobile games, explore our list of the 15 best, featuring titles based on popular series and games with that distinctive anime aesthetic!