How to Watch No Game, No Life in Order (With Movies)

Published on April 20, 2022
Written by:
Samona Punjabi
Samona Punjabi
Anime News & Guide Writer

A sci-fi Isekai series, "No Game, No Life," follows the story of two introverted siblings, Shiro and Sora. Describing the two as introverted would be mild since they both suffer from acute social withdrawal, also known as hikikomori. Like most people who prefer social isolation, Shiro and Sora spend their time playing games.

When the two siblings are suddenly pulled into a new world called Disboard after an online chess match, they soon realize that the solution to every problem is playing a game! Fortunately, for the brother-sister duo, they are unbeatable at every game they play and are virtually well-known for it. The two go by the username "[ ]" for their gaming presence, which essentially means blank.

Of course, the story of "No Game, No Life" is a little predictable for Shiro and Sora's gaming since they are undefeatable and will always win. However, it's the how that's important more than the result. The witty strategies that the two siblings pull off while playing these innumerable games make the show engaging.

No Game No Life's fantastic world is governed by the gaming god Tet, the username of the one that challenged Shiro and Sora for the chess match that brought them to Disboard. The story sees the two gaming geniuses' journey as they aim to beat the god of gaming himself! Fans looking to watch No Game, No Life can check it out on Crunchyroll and Hulu.

The tv specials, along with the "No Game, No Life: Zero-Manner Movie," do not contribute anything to the main plot. However, it is recommended that you watch "No Game, No Life Specials" before starting the "No Game, No Life: Zero" (2017) film. The recommended watch order for the series is the release order.

Although there has been no official announcement for season 2 of the series, it is still ongoing in the form of light novels. We recommend watching the series in the release order for the best experience. While you can watch "No Game, No Life: Zero" without knowing the main storyline, it isn't advisable.

Gamer siblings, Shiro and Sora.
Gamer siblings, Shiro and Sora.

Check out the full list of No Game, No Life episodes, specials, movies, and the chronological and release order to watch them below:

Release Order

TV Series

Movies

Specials

Chronological Order

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