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"Yu Yu Hakusho RPG Debuts with PvP Mode"

by Penelope Sep 08,2025

"Yu Yu Hakusho RPG Debuts with PvP Mode"

Yu Yu Hakusho: Slugfest has launched on mobile devices. This officially licensed RPG was developed by Hong Kong-based Zenifun Technology, bringing Yoshihiro Togashi's beloved universe of spirit detectives, demon realms, and martial arts tournaments to life.

The Legacy of Yu Yu Hakusho

The original manga series first appeared in November 1990, created by Yoshihiro Togashi. Drawing inspiration from horror films, Buddhist mythology, and the supernatural, it featured all the hallmarks of a classic manga: street brawls, memorable characters, afterlife bureaucracy, and epic demon battles.

What to Expect in Yu Yu Hakusho: Slugfest?

Set within the original manga and anime's universe, the game begins with protagonist Yusuke Urameshi's fateful sacrifice - the 14-year-old delinquent dies saving a child from an oncoming car.

Players follow Yusuke's extraordinary journey through the spirit world as he becomes an Underworld Detective, solving supernatural cases that gradually escalate into intense battles.

Gameplay Features

The game lets players assemble teams with fan-favorite characters like Kuwabara, Hiei, Kurama, and others. Each fighter brings unique abilities to combat, allowing for strategic team compositions.

Using a gacha system, players can collect characters by summoning them from the Demon World. Game modes include both PvE content and competitive PvP/GvG matches in the Dark Tournament format.

Beyond recreating the original storyline, the game explores deeper arcs including the Demon Realm portal and the Demon World Tournament, offering fresh material for longtime fans.

Key Features

Yu Yu Hakusho: Slugfest combines idle combat mechanics with cinematic storytelling. The original Japanese voice cast returns, lending authenticity to the characters, while cel-shaded 3D graphics faithfully recreate the anime's dynamic action.

After decades of waiting, this officially licensed RPG adaptation has finally arrived. It's currently available as a free-to-play title on the Google Play Store.