Major Anime, New Game Officially Confirmed for 2026

Thanks to an avalanche of events, June 2026 has been completely defined by video game reveals, announcements, trailers, and surprises. Truly, the spirit of E3 is alive and well. There are countless anime games being made based on beloved properties every year, and 2026 looks set to deliver one of the strongest and most diverse lineups ever. Titles such as Seven Deadly Sins: Origins and My Hero Academia: Justice for All We started off on a clear note, but the best results were yet to come.

Before the end of the year, new Do a jujutsu, solo levelingand one piece stratagem You can use it. Diversity doesn't just come from IPs, as most of the upcoming games fall into different genres. Indeed, one of them is a cooking simulation! Get ready to battle a curse, rob dungeons, and survive a deadly game until the end of 2026.

Most of these games have had their release dates revealed or confirmed in the past two weeks. But being the perfectionist I am, I've also included a few other titles.

One Piece: Grand Gourmet

cooking one piece game

Here is an animated cooking game from 2026. later Odyssey Early 2023, one piece It seemed poised to build on its growing momentum, perhaps finally setting the franchise up to become a true pillar of the anime gaming landscape. dragon ball. Honestly, that hasn't really happened and we're still waiting for an announcement from Bandai Namco. One Piece: Pirate Warriors 5 (Actually, it’s already been over 5 years!) Still, One Piece: Grand Gourmet I think it's a cute title that captures the charm of Eiichiro Oda's manga.

You join the staff of the new Baratie restaurant and aim to make it the best restaurant on the seas. grand gourmet is not just a cooking game, it's also a restaurant management simulation where you can work with Sanji to create unique dishes using foods from the show or devil fruits. You can also decorate your restaurant to make sure it suits your taste. Apparently, the game contains over 400 items. one piece character!

Jujutsu Haesun Rumble: Survivorton

Vampire Survivors Dev makes JJK games.

Ah, this is really interesting. Bullet Heaven games are a dime a dozen these days vampire survivor It continues to be a definitive release for the genre. Do a jujutsu Jumping on this bandwagon might have been eye-catching if any developer had taken on the project, but Poncle's involvement changed that significantly. It would be similar to hacking.-Slash Demon Slayer Game developed by PlatinumGames; You couldn't have chosen a better developer.

Crucially, Jujutsu Haesun Rumble: Survivorton It brings a lot of new ideas to the board, which should ensure that it's not just that. vampire survivor With a coat of animated paint. Matches are structured around a battle royale, where players compete against rival wizards and cursed souls. Rather than just survive for a set amount of time, you have to outsmart other characters. The game supports both single-player and online PvP and features a roster of over 20 characters.

Sword Art Online – Echoes of Aincrad

A SAO game without Kirito (this is amazing)

sword art online Games are released so frequently that new games may not be of interest to anyone except die-hard fans of light novels or anime. but, Echo of Aincrad It sets itself apart by having minimal connections to the source material, or more accurately, its Kirito-themed story. Set in the world of the original game, you take on the role of a trapped player who simply wants to survive, shaping your character's appearance, class, and skills. You can even form dynamics with your AI-controlled partner.

Although there are no traditional stories, Echo of Aincrad There appears to be a lot more interest in the gameplay aspect, with promotional material emphasizing loadouts, builds, and exploration. Rather than following a linear path without turns, players make decisions that define their adventure. The combat also looks fantastic and the attacks seem to have some weight behind them.

Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters

Forget the World Cup. This is where true football stars are born.

captain tsubasa This is a classic soccer animation that is well known all over the world. Personally, I grew up watching the Italian version, and I still have fond memories of the original series. Although unrecognized, the franchise has a long and extensive history in gaming, so naturally considering it's football, it translates easily to video game form. Rather than just FIFA With animated characters, captain tsubasa It can effectively be played like a strategy sports game where players have to tire out the opposing team and their goalkeeper.

Captain Tsubasa: Rise of New Champions The game series is back in the limelight, and as long as you know what to expect, it's been pretty solid. Still, there was definitely room for improvement as the game became somewhat repetitive over time. The sequel looks to do this by introducing more strategy elements, especially in duels between raiders and golors.

Solo Leveling: Karma

Perfect stopgap while waiting for Solo Leveling Season 3

The exact date has not been announced yet, Solo Leveling: Karma Netmarble's game is scheduled to debut within this year, being released on mobile devices and PC. The vision for the game will become clearer in the coming weeks, and a release date may also be revealed, as Netmarble has revealed that it will be showing off the game at Anime Expo in July. Nonetheless, we now know a few things. up is a rogue-lite action RPG played from an isometric angle, telling a new story of the 27 Year War of the Lords. The following official tweet provides a basic explanation of Sung's predicament in the game:

solo leveling It looks like Season 3 won't be released for a while. up It may be the perfect option to solve your Sung problem.

Special Mention: Avatar Legends: Fighting Game

Take advantage of the four elements

Okay, I know not everyone agrees. Avatar: The Last Airbender Although it qualifies as an anime (I don't think it's an anime, to be honest), Nickelodeon's show is clearly inspired by Japanese animation. Let's make exceptions and include them Avatar Legends: Fighting GameEspecially since the franchise rarely receives new games.

Well, this project pretty much says everything in the title. 1v1 2D fighters utilizing hand-drawn animation, Avatar Legends: Fighting Game It brings together 12 characters from both series, with more characters to be introduced after release. While PvP clearly appears to be a priority, the game includes a single-player campaign that tells an original story that fits within the standard universe. Naturally, standard modes such as Arcade are also included.