Sakamoto Days Puzzle Game is an upcoming Japan-only release based on the anime

Get ready for the upcoming Sakamoto Days anime and its accompanying mobile game! This highly anticipated anime, soon to hit Netflix, is also launching a mobile game, Sakamoto Days Dangerous Puzzle, as reported by Crunchyroll.

This isn't your average mobile game. Sakamoto Days Dangerous Puzzle blends match-three gameplay with character collection, battling mechanics, and even storefront simulation, mirroring the unique storyline of the anime.

The anime itself centers around Sakamoto, a retired assassin who traded his life of crime for a family and a mundane convenience store job. However, his past catches up, and alongside his partner Shin, he demonstrates his incredible skills haven't dulled with age.

A Mobile-First Approach

Sakamoto Days's popularity precedes its anime debut, making the simultaneous mobile game release a fascinating development. The game's eclectic mix of familiar mobile game mechanics (character collection, battling) and broader appeal mechanics (match-three puzzles) is a noteworthy strategy.

This launch also highlights the significant synergy between Japanese anime/manga and the mobile gaming market. Successful multimedia franchises like Uma Musume demonstrate the potential of this collaboration.

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