Gambling, while easy to lose, can also be an enjoyable experience. Great men scramble for high stakes; Conspiracy to cheat, cheat and trick to win big at poker tables. In the West, poker dominates, while in Japan, the gambling screen Mahjong is the #1 gambling TV star.
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A good gambling story with high stakes, high tension and believable characters who are willing to risk their lives for a better future; Get a close-up look at the victories and losses of interesting characters in these anime. Are you willing to risk everything?
C: Money of Souls and Ability Control
In a world where money is everything and life is meaningless, second-year economics student Kimimaru Yoga is invited to gamble in the Eastern Financial District. Here, money is abundant and the player’s fate is decided by weekly games. It is in this world that Yogi works in the name of “Entre” to protect his wealth and future.
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This action/thrill/thriller will keep you tense and constantly thinking; it’s not something to feed the audience. The anime, dubbed for those who don’t like subtitles, has 11 episodes — the perfect length for an intoxicating weekend.
Saki
Miyazaki has a complicated relationship with Mahjong. Play Tet game, if she wins or loses, she will lose the gift money to her parents. She quickly learned to push the line between winning and losing, aiming for a neutral score of ±0. How will she cope when her friends force her to join the school’s mahjong club? The anime manages to breathe life and joy into the simple mahjong gameplay, keeping you hooked even if you’ve never played with mahjong tiles. A total of 25 episodes, with some extras and an open ending, but offers sweet and approachable laughter.
Legend of Mahjong: Naki no Ryuu
A mysterious stranger known as “The Crying Dragon” plays mahjong with gang members to survive. The crying dragon always wins with a specific move, Ron, which requires you to wait for your opponent’s perfect attack. This action/drama will keep you hooked on mahjong as you see how the protagonist struggles to get his opponent to obey his orders.
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There are three episodes in this season. Although it is a historical drama from the 1990s, the three short episodes contain a lot of content. Definitely worth a look in the evening or next time you have some free time.
Stardust Crusaders (Darby Gambler spin-off)
sure, jojo’s strange adventure on this list. In this storyline, Jotaro battles the mysterious Darby in a game of poker to regain the soul of Joseph and all those who lost to Darby. jojo It was a wild and ludicrous ride for fashion, and the stakes were almost impossible. Jojo has its own way of creating tension and keeping you hooked. While it looked like Darby was going to steal everyone’s souls, Jotaro had a few tricks up his sleeve. This special takes place in episodes 34 and 35 crusaders It was a 40 minute fun.
legendary gambler taiya
An old but golden series, legendary gambler taiya Tells the story of traveler Tetsuya, a man mopping floors with his rivals in a mahjong room. When he arrived in Shinjuku in 1947, he met a man who showed him that he still had a lot to learn before he could truly master the game.
This historical animation is another insightful yet entertaining look at the Mahjong game of yesteryear and a lesson that always has a lot to learn. This 20-episode series is for those who want to step back in time and learn more about the classic game of Mahjong.
Mahjong Legend Akagi: A Genius Falling Into Darkness
Impulsive gambler Peggy was in debt over $27,000. He soon finds himself in the darkest corners of society, playing Mahjong with the Mafia. In desperation, he sacrifices his life, but quickly realizes that things are not as they seem. The 26-episode series is full of real tension and isn’t afraid to have serious consequences for its characters. Excited to watch Nongou dance in the most intense Mahjong game ever created. The psychological and thrilling elements only add to the heat, so be prepared; Who knows what to expect?
the god of death appeared
In the afterlife, there is no paradise, only gambling. The chances of being reincarnated or losing a soul in the Void depend on the whims of the barkeeper Desim. It is in the supernatural bar that the game of darts, poker, air hockey and other games determines who is reincarnated and who is lost in the dark.
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What it means to be a one-episode show aimed at training animators turns into a 12-part series full of tension, dark humor, and ultimate mishaps; Your soul. It is the psychology/mystery/drama that will really draw you in when watching strangers bowling in the worst possible circumstances.
Kaiji: The Last Survivor
Written by the same writers who created Akagi, this tense ride isn’t afraid to take its characters through the worst challenges imaginable. Kaiji Ito was tricked into admitting that he was in debt to a former colleague and was invited to engage in illegal gambling on a cruise ship. This trip becomes his own circle of torture, as he is forced to survive while battling greed, deception, and the worst in man. Faced with the prospect of fighting for his freedom, Kaiji must do whatever it takes to save his life, skin, and the rest of his body. Kaiji has gore, so proceed with caution.
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Toua Toguchi is a talented baseball pitcher, but inside is an avid gambler. He plays a simple baseball version called “One Out” on the streets of Okinawa. However, when Tua was tasked with leading a baseball team to actually win, he had to follow a simple rule: For every inning he threw, he made $45,000. Each time he let go, he lost $455,000.
A 25-episode sports anime with gambling and psychological elements, a ra For all sports fans who want to make the game more fun. Guys, don’t go looking for any ideas.
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