Having risen to popularity in the 80s,Studio Ghiblihas impacted the anime industry to extensive lengths.
Their visually artistic flair and emotionally provocative stories have breached through anime into the film and television space worldwide.
But Studio Ghibli has left a mark in gaming, too.
They have partnered with game developers to create outstanding anime games like theNi No Kuniseries.
Meanwhile, there are prominent franchises likeThe Legend of Zeldathat have drawn inspiration from the studios earlier works.
However, the journey to the Guardian demands solving challenges for the neighbors in the hospital.
With the anime, pixelated visuals,Rakuenwill c’mon fans of Studio Ghibli films.
But more so because of the heartfelt story the game tells.
Be prepared to shed a few tears as you unravel an emotional tale about life and grief.
Pokemon
Pokemonmay not be the most obvious choice for the best Studio Ghibli-like games this year.
However, its one of the best JRPGs that carries on the charm of Studio Ghiblis anime titles.
It may not share the same dramatic flair.
However, you enjoy a similar sense of escape into an immersive and fantastical world.
PlayingPokemoninduces a sense of calm.
It crafts a relaxing adventure where you meet lots of quirky personalities and enjoy an inviting world.
The film has inspired a 2025 fantasy adventure game calledMika and the Witchs Mountain.
The two titles arent exactly the same.
EarthBound
One of the most epic RPG adventures isEarthBound.
Its story is the most engaging bit, featuring a meteorite that strikes Earth and instigates your explorative adventures.
A journey that starts off simple soon grows branches and leaves, harboring a deeper mystery.
Youll run into hostile enemies while uncovering lots of secrets along the way to investigating the meteorite crash.
You even run into alien species that further create a profound adventure.
EarthBoundmay not directly draw inspiration from Studio Ghiblis films.
However, it sure does capture the feeling of playing through theanime games.
The Wandering Village
Next on the best Studio Ghibli-like games this year isThe Wandering Village.
It draws inspiration from the paint-like art style and storytelling of Studio GhiblisPrincess MononokeandNausicaa of the Valley.
The story itself is a unique take on the co-dependency between a human settlement and a gigantic beast.
The survivors live on the back of the beast, harvesting survival resources from the creatures body.
But it can also serve as the perfect reminiscent gaming adventure for Studio Ghibli fans.
Its world and environments look stunning, evoking a sense of wonder and charm as Studio Ghiblis works.
Its world, meanwhile, finely balances the fantasy and contemporary vibe.
Forgotton Anne
Forgotton Annes hand-animated realm of wonder immediately sparks interest in Studio Ghiblis fans.
Objects inForgotton Anneare, in fact, people, lost and forgotten.
Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch
Studio Ghibli directly worked onNi No Kuni.
Its the most popular entry, whose art style and animated cutscenes are created by Studio Ghibli itself.
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
