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Battle of wits

Manga
byGum555
Jul 21 2022, 10:22 PM | Updated May 14, 2025 2:09 PM
Focus on deceiving, outwitting your opponents, and psychological warfare.
Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu e
Light Novel, 14 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:10
The games are detailed. A compelling and genius protagonist. The best of the best.
Utsuro no Hako to Zero no Maria
Light Novel, 7 vol, 2009 Me:- Author:9
Complex plot with a lot of mystery. Philosophical at times too. It leans more into battle of wits type of games in the later volumes.
Death Note
Manga, 12 vol, 2003 Me:- Author:-
A classic.
One Outs
Manga, 20 vol, 1998 Me:- Author:-
Focus on baseball.
No Game No Life
Light Novel, ? vol, 2012 Me:- Author:-
Tomodachi Game
Manga, 26 vol, 2013 Me:- Author:10
Personal favorite. Lots of twists and one of the best of this genre. It has some of the best "no way he just did that" mind-blowing moments.
Tobaku Mokushiroku Kaiji
Manga, 13 vol, 1996 Me:- Author:-
Gambling.
Imawa no Kuni no Alice
Manga, 18 vol, 2010 Me:- Author:9
Death game. Battles are tense and gets your heart pounding. Leans more into psychological aspects. One of my favorites.
Liar Game
Manga, 19 vol, 2005 Me:- Author:9
Probably the most complex games I've seen so far. They are detailed and thorough. Protagonist would be ranked #1 as the most intelligent I've seen of this genre.
Usogui
Manga, 49 vol, 2006 Me:- Author:-
All I've heard are good things about this, only problem is the length.
Yakusoku no Neverland
Manga, 20 vol, 2016 Me:- Author:9
Multiple smart characters with a focus on survival/escape from a dangerous situation.
Umineko no Naku Koro ni - Episode 1: Legend of the Golden Witch
Manga, 4 vol, 2007 Me:- Author:-
Murder mystery. Complex plot and mysteries to solve. Recommend manga or playing through the visual novel.
Kakegurui
Manga, ? vol, 2014 Me:- Author:9
Gambling with a genius female lead. This one is a fun read.
Btooom!
Manga, 27 vol, 2009 Me:- Author:8
Death game with a focus on using different bombs to kill each other. This one is a pretty fun read.
Kamisama no Iutoori
Manga, 5 vol, 2011 Me:- Author:6
Death game. I wanted it to be longer.
Kurosagi
Manga, 20 vol, 2003 Me:- Author:-
Deatte 5-byou de Battle
Manga, ? vol, 2015 Me:- Author:6
Death game using different powers. From what I read so far it's just average, nothing too stand out.
Rengoku Dead Role
Manga, 6 vol, 2015 Me:- Author:-
Hyperinflation
Manga, 6 vol, 2020 Me:- Author:9
Criminally underrated. It has a unique plot. It's about economic battles, bargaining, inflation, etc. It's educational in a sense too. MC has the power to make money.
Enban Maze
Manga, 6 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:8
Gambles centered on using darts. It's interesting seeing how they use the theme of darts. Facial expressions are fun.
Junket Bank
Manga, ? vol, 2020 Me:- Author:-
Gambling, same guy who made Enban Maze.
Tobakuni
Manga, ? vol, 2023 Me:- Author:-
Newer one. It looks promising.
My Home Hero
Manga, 26 vol, 2017 Me:- Author:-
Apparently like death note. Cat and mouse chase type of manga.
Hengoku no Schwester
Manga, 6 vol, 2014 Me:- Author:9
Similar premise to Promised Neverland. Overcome unfavorable odds in a environment that is against you.
Blue Lock
Manga, ? vol, 2018 Me:- Author:9
Many similar elements to the battle of wits genre, especially seeing Isagi using his thinking to win many battles.
Akagi: Yami ni Oritatta Tensai
Manga, 36 vol, 1991 Me:- Author:-
Mahjong focused.

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