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Jisogi: Anime Studio Tycoon

Esper Game Studio, Choo Choo Games, Good Games Publishing · Board game · 2025
1–4 · best 3 Solo 60–120 min Weight 2.9/5
8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.6 rating BGG
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Our Verdict

If you enjoy management games with a creative twist, Jisogi is for you. The highlight is the immersion in the anime industry.

Highlights
  • Tightly integrated mechanics
  • Unique and engaging theme
  • Constant challenge
Keep in mind
  • May be complex for beginners
  • Long playtime
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About the game
Jisogi: Anime Studio Tycoon is a worker placement game that immerses you in the challenging world of the anime industry. You take on the role of an anime studio, managing teams, resources, and trends to produce the next hit. The goal is to create an original anime, composed of three script parts: Setting, Plot, and Twist. Each release brings resources and popularity points, determined by the anime's technical level and its alignment with current trends. With mechanics like contracts, income, loans, and market, you'll need to balance finances, strategic choices, and time pressure. Jisogi is a game that tests your ability to keep the studio running while pursuing creative success. Ready for the challenge?
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Mechanics

Contracts Income Loans Market Set Collection Solo / Solitaire Game Storytelling Turn Order: Claim Action Worker Placement Worker Placement, Different Worker Types

Categories

Comic Book / Strip Fantasy Movies / TV / Radio theme

Families

Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Theme: Anime / Manga Theme: Business/Management Theme: Movie Industry
Publisher Esper Game Studio, Choo Choo Games, Good Games Publishing, Synergic Games
Designer Rodrigo Esper
Artist Gou Eisuke, Senkawa Teien, Thomas Romain
Community
1,303 owners
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play?
From 1 to 4 players.
What's the average playtime?
Between 60 and 120 minutes.
Is it hard to learn?
The game has medium complexity, so it might take some time to get used to the rules.
Does it require a lot of table space?
Yes, the game has several components and boards, so you'll need a spacious table.
Is it good for solo play?
Yes, the solo mode is quite challenging and engaging.
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