Darwin's Game

Both are about a "death game" that the main protagonist gets dragged into who is accompanied by a somewhat sadistic and crazy girl who is hiding some secrets that the protagonist finds out about along the way.  

Darwins game is literally "mirai nikki lite" and by lite I mean less over the top in every aspect. The characters are less goofy, the yandere isn't nearly as crazy comical as yuno. Besides that though these shows are very similar.  

Darwin's game is also a 'death game' type anime with good character development, high-stakes action scenes, and a yandere female character who teaches the MC the ropes. The art is good, the characters are likable, and the MC is OP but doesn't start that way. 

battle to survive 

Both are battle royale type shows where the characters' powers seem to exist without any definite logic or groundedness to their existence (A cellphone app is capable of giving them theie powers), though the powers have clear in-world limitations. Main male lead is a bit soft and an idealist where as the main girl is very powerful and falls in love with him quickly. Both are entertaining in a "turn off your brain and don't think about the logistics too much" sort of way.  

Similar ideas in term of game and survival thing. Both also have a female character somehow obsessed with the male main character 

Both shows deal with death games revolving around each player being given different abilities. They both also share similarities between the main leads, with the average yet unwilling to kill at first male, and the slightly more obsessive female  

Both series have similar synopsis (boy trapped in the survival game), both have a side romantic story line, both have chaotic action (hide&seek, battle royale mode, grenades), similar characters and both main characters are trapped to game by using a mobile phone. 

Both are centered around a life or death scenario with the use of phones. They are both incrediably edgy but the good kind of edgy where it can be very entertaining.  

If you enjoyed Mirai Nikki, chances are you'll also enjoy Darwin's Game because both delve into the Battle Shonen genre. However, Darwin's Game focuses more on the development of the storyline, elevating the level of quality seen in Mirai Nikki. With intense battles and strategic gameplay, Darwin's Game offers a thrilling and captivating experience for fans of action-packed anime. 

It´s the same concept. Characters play a game through the phone and each one has an unique ability. They fight each other to death but also can create clans and play tournaments to get rewards. 

decently enjoyable if seen without thinking too much 

Similar phone based modern day survival game, although the main character is much more competent in Darwin’s Game. Similar yandere sidekick, although DG has more side characters / allies that I personally found compelling.  

Both have a wuss main male character and a badass main female character. They both show gory scenes with lots of murder and give off the same kind of vibe.  

Same feel especially coming from the female(Yendere?), while using phones in a game of sort where you need to kill or be killed. 

Same type anime with 'Survival Game' on phone.Mirai Nikki has Thrill & Darwin's game have some mystery.Darwin's game is about trapped in a Mobile App and to survive, player have to kill other player.Same goes to mirai nikki,player has a 'Future Diary' to read their opponent players future.One player has to destroy other players diaries to defeat them.In Darwin's Game,Each player has a ability named 'Sigil' to fight other player with super powers.Also in Mirai Nikki,Each player has different diaries with different super power.  

Both have a survival game concept. The female lead in Darwin's Game reminds me of Yuno, and I believe that sigils can be related to the diary concept in Mirai Nikki. The male MC in Darwin's game seems more competent than the male MC in Mirai Nikki also. 

They both involve a male protagonist in a survival game that involves their cellphone. Both protagonists reluctant at first but keep going in order to survive. 

Survival Games. Superordinary phones. Crazy female psycho partners. Future Diary has a weak protagonist, whereas Darwin's Game has a self-dependent protagonist.  

Both are death game animes but up until now, Mirai Nikki has a more solid plot compared to D-game. Both are entertaining but only watch them with your brain switched off. If you think too hard about them each you'll find a lot of concepts that don't really make sense. 

-Both protagonists are put into a death game -Both have male & female leads -Both have the lead female fall in love with the lead male -Both show's death games are connected to their phones  

The dark tone and aesthetic throughout the stories are similar along with the unprecedented suspense and thriller. Also, the premise is fairly balanced out and similar in both shows; The main characters (Yukki and Kaname) get their hands tied and thrown into a "death" game they have no control over and strive to "complete/finish" the death game. 

Staged in the actual modern world, an innocent male character gets caught in the middle of a deathly game, meets a good female player and together fight for survival and and try to achieve victory 

The protagonists are young boys who are timid and naive. The boys in both shows are supported by deranged and obsessive deuteragonists. Both shows incorporate a cellular device that controls their life in one aspect or another.  

Both animes are battle royale based plot, that being said there is obviously violence involved. Not to mention, they are both action and extremely thrilling to see how the "game" will progress. 

The 2 animes are Battle Royale. Similar plot with different goal. If u liked one of them mandatory see the other. 

Darwin's Game starts with very strong Mirai Nikki vibes, mostly from the relatively average and inexperienced dark-haired male MC with a crazy killer female MC who loves him and protects him from the twisted game they're participating in. Darwin's Game is different enough, largely in that it's a game open to an infinite number of people, while Mirai Nikki was only between 12 people, but the characters in both series still have to be wary of everyone around them in public in case they're being targeted. Another key difference is Darwin's Game's Sigils, which are super powers unique to each individual player. While Mirai Nikki also has the characters with unique abilities, they are all tied to telling the future in some way, and Darwin's Game has no such restriction. read more 

Similar battle royal feel both has a game as a focus with similar leads (main character) if you like one you'd like the other. 

If you like survival or psychological anime I highly recommend this.This anime is about surviving and also the plot,the animation,and the characters was great.There are also some badass moment in darwin's game,the mc was cool and badass also I like how he thinks.You definitely need to watch this 

If you liked Mirai Nikki, you will probably also like Darwin's Game. Both anime revolve around a phone "game" and the first arc of Darwin's Game is a Battle Royale arc which is the whole of Mirai Nikki. There is also a crazy chick who likes the MC(buut in D-Game she isn't as crazy as in MN) So in conclusion: -Both revolve around a phone -Both are Battle Royale -In both a crazy chick likes the MC 

Both anime are a death survival battle royale kind of anime with a weak main male character that slowly becomes stronger. Both anime have a female character obsessed with the main character.  

Although these anime involve different but relatively similar end goals, both of these involve the use of cellphones as a weapon against others in a battle-royale type "competition". 

i never recommend shows but there literally so similar  

Both of these anime revolve around the concept of a death game in a battle royale theme. They both have characters with similar personalities which give both anime the same sort of feel. The death games are accessed by electronic devices (with some exceptions) which tell them who their target is, or, how close another player is. Although these anime are similar they have different features that still make them distinct from the other (can't mention other features without spoilers) which makes both of them worth watching in my opinion. 

Darwin’s Game’s story as well as the story of Mirai Nikki is based around a death game scenario (including mobile phones). The main female characters are very similar, both overpowered and obsessed with the main male character. The main male characters are acting cowardly and at some point their behaviour begins to rotate in the other direction.  

1) The main characters are both trapped in a survival game. 2) In Darwin's Game the plot is progressing in Tokyo while in Btooom's case, the protagonist is transported to an unknown island along with the other players. 3) In both anime the female protagonist is in love with the main character and tries to assist him 4) Sudou Kaname is quite similar to Sakamoto Ryouta (Btooom's protagonist) with quick thinking and puzzle solving skills. 5) All of the players, in both anime, are given something (bombs in Btooom & sigils in D-Game) to either kill others or avoid being killed. 

survival combat takes place upon abandoned area,in both series the protagonist can't easily adapt to the cruel world with all the meaningless fight both are attracted to one girl only ,try to form a clan/group of their own in their own world also there 's mastermind behind all the chaos in both shows  

Both anime has people that forced into a survival game and genius protagonist with good skills and kind heart. Also both of them has thrilling, non-stop action with good animations. 

Both very very interesting survival anime game. Each life depends on how they survive the game. 

Both are Battle Royale animes and we follow the main character making new friends in order to survive. They are both very good animes if you like the survival side. 

1. Both are survival anime 2. Similar protagonists 3. Just that Btooom! has a Tsundereish type of girl and Darwin's Game has a Yandereish type of girl... 

Both are battle royale games 

after i finished Btooom!, i just realized this series have same vibe like Darwin's Game. Both are Battle Royale themed anime which is really good!  

Both anime are battle royal : they have to kill other "players" or "rival" to win the game. 

Protagonist finds himself in a game and needs to kill other people to survive 

They are both survial anime with a pretty similar Mc. Also, both are rather unknown anime. 

The protagonist is suddenly thrown into a "battle-royale-like" environment where everyone is an enemy. The female lead met along becomes the most valuable person to the protagonist 

the high stackes/survival game plot you will get is just as hype when it comes to darwins game, with very similar atmosphere  

in both series the mc is forced to play a deadly game for his life, in both series the mc is intelligent and uses his mind and his superpower to win all the fight and survive 

Similarities: -The same plot where MC gets involve in some gamer, where it is a matter of life and death. -The same situation , where the game is not played in some virtual world. Dissimilarites: -One was more of a group goal of survival. while the other one was more of a lone wolf. -One doesn't have a moderator to implement the game rules, while the other one has a modeartor, that does....provided that she can make it exciting.  

Average MC gets involved in some battle royale, MC is mainly the only character with brain, most of the cast are similar and doesnt seem to think much while they fight 

the characters in both anime have super powers and fight each other in a game. The two MC also have the same goal against the GM of the game. 

Both are about a game in which you fight to survive. Both have a nice story and good fights. Probably both are underrated, but are actually worth it. 

The premise of the two shows is really similar in how their main character is just a normal human being living a more-or-less normal life until they suddenly get dragged into a brand new world where he, and a bunch of other people, have access to superpowers that they have to make use of in order to survive. 

Its pretty much the same in like 90% of the aspects 

Both anime's are very similar in which the mc of "Deatte 5-byou de Battle" gains a mysterious new power and teams up with a girl (potential love interest) and they fight together to take down the creator of the death game.  

Death games with a smart mc and a badass girl 

1) Both of these anime are based around the MC surviving in a death game 2) Both MC's are apathetic towards people who are not in their immediate group but do care for others 3) Both have smartphones used as a means of working the death game 4) The MCs have an ability that requires them to use it in a smart way. They have to think on their feet on both their own abilities, their opponent's abilities, and their allies abilities  

girl and boy survival 

Is similar to Darwin's Game in the point of this anime is about of a survival in a paralel dimension but in the same time have a connection with the real world. The main charecter is quite and a little bit disconnected but in unroll of the story him personality changes most because of other charecter. This two go work together to survive in this different reality. 

Both have that same story plot where it involves a simple guy whose life was change when he get's himself involve in a fight for his life situation where the only way out was to either fight or die. It also has the same female MC who has a rather very sadistic side.  

They're both gory anime in which some enemies end up becoming allies/friends  

Similarities: 1. The same character plot where it has Shundere guy to Sadodere girl. 2. The same story plot where guy got himself in a situation where life or dead is the name of the game. 3. The same level of antagonist that the 2 MC have to deal. Dissimilarities: 1. Setting in one anime was more like a cyberpunk theme while the other one is more like monster battle kind of theme. 2. One anime has the MC have a team while the other one only involves the 2 of them against other enemies. 3. The Sadodere girl in one anime can really kick and blow an enemy's ass, while the Sadodere girl in the other anime has to depend a lot on his Shundere partner to kick some ass.  read more 

Life or death battles. Supernatural abilities aiding as so. Both accompanied by a crazy psycho girl, who contradicts their ideal of not killing others. 

They both have a similar set with powers and such, with the main character making new friends to achieve his goal, or get what they want, etc. In both of them the MC goes through a development getting stronger and understanding his power with the help of other, there are cool scenes in both of them and they are worth to watch if you like the other.  

Basically the same premise: a battle royale-type game and people trying to survive it with their wits. 

in both series the mc is forced to play a deadly game for his life, in both series the mc is intelligent and uses his mind to win all the fight and survive. The only difference is that in Ousama game there aren't superpower like in darwin's game 

Both series are set in a similar premise, they have an MC that is entered into a game they take as a joke in the beginning but end up regretting their responses as a pivotal moment occurs that shocks them into performing in the games. This then leads them to miraculously surviving only to be thrust into much harder challenges the games throw at them, very similar plot/storylines too. However, I feel that Darwin's game may be a bit more polished than Ouasama's game...  

Both animes feature the concept of survival and player vs player, which are focused and based on online mobile games 

both kinda sme 

Both of these anime tell the story of a terrifying horror game, where participants must finish the game in order to survive and save themselves and their friends from disaster. These anime teach us to keep fighting even in the face of impossibility. Because if we don't fight, the chances of failure are 100%, but if we keep fighting, the chances of failure are less than 100%, meaning success is no longer impossible. 

Both are gritty, and violent with a soft-hearted main character who gets dragged into a plot larger than himself. Both series use a power system that is unique to each character and there are varying forms of alliances and team-ups. Both have largely unexplained supernatural or illogical set-ups for their existing systems but are fun to watch.  

Both are survival games with different aspects. One takes place from a cellphone game that takes place in the real world while the other takes place in a prison like environment. Both having to take on challenges to fight for their lives. 

Student joins hell of a world. Partnered with a crazy powerful female. Both protagonists have to try to escape the hell they dwell in. 

Darwin's Game and Deadman Wonderland are both high stakes death games and the goal is to survive as long as possible so they can finished the game. 

Looking for anime with a gaming theme? Then these two anime are the answer! Tomodachi Game is more of an actual game, and Darwin Game is more of a game of life and death, both have their respective advantages. 

High school kids playing psychologically intense games controlled by a mysterious organization. 

You lose the game, you'll lost your life. 

Both shows have high schooler playing in dangerous games with high stakes.  

Both have a game plot and both mean death if you die. Darwin is shorter but has some really good action and you'll most likely enjoy. 

In both anime, the main character gets stuck in a death game where if you die during the game, you die in real life too. it also shows how the main characters start their journey, make new friends and become strong. Personally would recommend darwin's game since I think it's highly underrated and many people have not heard about it, it also shows how the mc becomes the leader of the strongest clan in the game.  

The atmosphere, tone of both series is very similar. 

While both series involve characters struggling to survive in high-stakes situations, "Alice in Borderland" leans more into the thriller and psychological aspects of the survival game genre. It also explores themes of morality and the consequences of one's actions. "Darwin's Game" is more focused on the supernatural abilities granted by the game and the strategic battles that result from them. So, while they share a common genre, each series has its unique setting, style, and themes, making them distinct experiences for viewers. 

Protagonist first organize then fight for live in modern day Japanese city. They use guns, bladed weapons, explosives and try to kill hostile party. Number of characters decreases as story progresses.  

While both series involve survival games, "High-Rise Invasion" focuses more on a surreal and dystopian setting with elements of psychological horror, while "Darwin's Game" has a more modern and technology-based premise. The tone and themes of the two series differ, with "High-Rise Invasion" featuring a sense of disorientation and dread in its setting, and "Darwin's Game" exploring the consequences of virtual reality and competition in the modern world.  

Main character being forced to do some kind of Battle Royale, because of a simple game which he can play on his cellphone. Both involve characters trying to survive death battles with their given superpowers. The only main difference in those two anime is that "Mahou Shoujo Ikusei Keikaku" is (Like its name) a Magical Girl, and "Darwin's Game" isn't 

pretty much the same premise, only difference is that one has magical girls in it 

Student joins hell of a world. Share similar ideals in not wanting to do death to others. Though this conflicts as time pass. Similar character development too. 

Similarities: -The same story plot that involve individuals in a game, where life and death was the name of the game. -The same cyber punk, and action genre. -The same character situation where certain individuals formed a team to increase they're chances of survival. Dissimilarities: -In one anime them individuals where trapped in a game where they're mission was to get out. While the other one the individuals were tricked into joining the game where to die is the only way out. -In one anime individual have to fight their fellow players whom also have the same capability , except that they don't die only get revamped, while the other one involves a real life and death situation.  read more 

Darwin's Game and Higashi no Eden have the same feel to them, Both use mobile phones with an mysterious app that is forced onto them. Only the apps aren't what they seem and grants them "Special powers" that removes them from normal society called Sigil in Darwin's game and Juiz in Higashi no Eden. Both main Characters start off with no idea about the game and have to realise the danger they're in and forced to compete with other players to win. While Darwin's game is more fantasy Higashi no eden is more down to earth. If you like Darwin's game i would highly recommend you checking out Higashi no eden! read more 

Both involves a survival game, where if you dead - you lose. Similar ideas in of some super powers ability that may or may not help you in fight.  

Both shows are involved in a situation where fighting to death is inevitable and you need to survive. In both shows the MCs are similar in their way of thinking (their morality and ideals) and also have more or less the same power. I found Fate better because of the world-building depth and magic rules, and way more original. 

Both revolve around a game in which players duel for points. Loss of all of the player's points results in a huge negative consequence. Ingame groups fight over real territory. In both animes, the MC gets an insanely overpowered and never heard before ingame power. In both animes the main heroine seemingly falls in love with the MC for no real reason. 

It's weird to describe it but they give the same feeling when you see them, of course, both deal with issues that would never happen in real life, but the feeling is the same. So surely if you like one you will like the other.