Battle of wits
Manga
Focus on deceiving, outwitting your opponents, and psychological warfare.
Light Novel, 14 vol, 2015
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Author:10
The games are detailed. A compelling and genius protagonist. The best of the best.
Light Novel, 7 vol, 2009
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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.
Manga, 26 vol, 2013
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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.
Manga, 18 vol, 2010
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Author:9
Death game. Battles are tense and gets your heart pounding. Leans more into psychological aspects. One of my favorites.
Manga, 19 vol, 2005
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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.
Manga, 49 vol, 2006
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All I've heard are good things about this, only problem is the length.
Manga, 20 vol, 2016
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Author:9
Multiple smart characters with a focus on survival/escape from a dangerous situation.
Manga, 4 vol, 2007
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Murder mystery. Complex plot and mysteries to solve. Recommend manga or playing through the visual novel.
Manga, ? vol, 2014
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Author:9
Gambling with a genius female lead. This one is a fun read.
Manga, 27 vol, 2009
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Author:8
Death game with a focus on using different bombs to kill each other. This one is a pretty fun read.
Manga, ? vol, 2015
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Author:6
Death game using different powers. From what I read so far it's just average, nothing too stand out.
Manga, 6 vol, 2020
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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.
Manga, 6 vol, 2014
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Author:8
Gambles centered on using darts. It's interesting seeing how they use the theme of darts. Facial expressions are fun.
Manga, 26 vol, 2017
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Apparently like death note. Cat and mouse chase type of manga.
Manga, 6 vol, 2014
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Author:9
Similar premise to Promised Neverland. Overcome unfavorable odds in a environment that is against you.
Manga, ? vol, 2018
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Author:9
Many similar elements to the battle of wits genre, especially seeing Isagi using his thinking to win many battles.
