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Anime Studio Story (2022)

Anime Studio Story cover
Developer
Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 105 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You manage a small anime studio, hiring staff and producing shows with a lighthearted, strategic, and nostalgic pixel-art feel.

casualmanagementcutepixel graphicsretroatmosphericsimulationstrategy

What players say

Players find this a much simpler, more relaxed take on the Game Dev Story formula, with no deadlines or pressure. The early game is engaging, but the late game becomes tedious number grinding. Opinion splits: some enjoy the easygoing pace, while others feel the anime theme is shallow compared to the historical depth of Game Dev Story.

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Screenshots

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