In this post, we take a closer look at the current status of the series “Kakegurui”, also known by the following titles:
- 賭ケグルイ
- Kakegurui: Compulsive Gambler
- Gambling School
- Kakegurui: Das Leben ist ein Spiel
Status#
Based on our analysis, the series is NOT FINISHED. ❌
Here’s how we reached that conclusion:
- Some related entries are still listed as ongoing on MyAnimeList
- The series is listed as ended on Trakt
- The original source material has not been fully adapted, according to MangaUpdates
Taken together, these points indicate that Kakegurui is still ongoing in some form.
Watch order#
Kakegurui ↗ ↖
賭ケグルイ
Summary
Hyakkaou Private Academy is a school for the privileged and influential, playing host to the children of businessmen and politicians. However, unlike other schools, students at Hyakkaou do not pride themselves on academic achievement. Instead, they value strategic prowess and the ability to read people. Come nightfall, many places on campus transform into gambling dens overseen by the student council, where players compete for rank, money, and more.Ryouta Suzui spends his days as a “house pet”—a student ranked in the bottom one hundred, forced to serve his peers. His circumstances soon change when a mysterious new transfer student, Yumeko Jabami, arrives at the academy. Despite Suzui’s warnings, Yumeko quickly becomes immersed in the school’s gambling scene, facing off against several high-profile opponents. Her exploits draw the attention of the student council members, who start meddling in her affairs. Suzui tries his best to keep Yumeko out of trouble, but to his chagrin, she turns out to be the type of person best suited to attend Hyakkaou: a compulsive gambler.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Kakegurui ranked third in the Best Printed Manga category at the second Tsugi ni Kuru Manga Awards in 2016. The series has been published in English as Kakegurui: Compulsive Gambler by Yen Press digitally since August 25, 2015, and in print since July 18, 2017. The series has also been simulpub by Yen Press. It has also been released in Polish by Waneko since September 20, 2019; and in Spanish by ECC Ediciones since November 16, 2021.
Kakegurui Twin ↗ ↖
Compulsive Gambler Twin
Summary
As a first-year student of the renowned Hyakkaou Private Academy, Mary Saotome knows her future is set for a one-way cruise to the top...That is, until an encounter with an old-classmate-turned-housepet throws the newbie princess into the world of gambling! Can a normal girl like Mary make friends and survive debtless through only wit and luck? Find out in this prequel to the mega-popular Kakegurui!
(Source: Yen Press)
Background
Kakegurui Twin was published in English by Yen Press from February 19, 2019, to August 26, 2025. It has also been published in Spanish by ECC Ediciones since April 18, 2023.
Kakegurui (Kari) ↗ ↖
Kakegurui Temp
Summary
A 4-koma parody spin-off series of Kakegurui, featuring all characters from the series and their everyday lifes.
Kakegurui Midari ↗ ↖
Summary
Spin-off of Kakegurui focusing on Midari Ikishima and her past.
Kakegurui ↗ ↖
Kakegurui: Compulsive Gambler
Summary
Unlike many schools, attending Hyakkaou Private Academy prepares students for their time in the real world. Since many of the students are the children of the richest people in the world, the academy has its quirks that separate it from all the others. By day, it is a normal school, educating its pupils in history, languages, and the like. But at night, it turns into a gambling den, educating them in the art of dealing with money and manipulating people. Money is power; those who come out on top in the games stand at the top of the school.Yumeko Jabami, a seemingly naive and beautiful transfer student, is ready to try her hand at Hyakkaou’s special curriculum. Unlike the rest, she doesn’t play to win, but for the thrill of the gamble, and her borderline insane way of gambling might just bring too many new cards to the table.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Kakegurui Trip ↗ ↖
Kakegurui Picture Drama ↗ ↖
Kakegurui: Compulsive Gambler Picture Drama
Summary
Picture drama episodes included on the DVD/Blu-ray Volumes of Kakegurui.
Kakegurui×× ↗ ↖
Kakegurui 2nd Season
Summary
As Yumeko Jabami's fame grows and the reputation of the student council dwindles, Kirari Momobami decides to revolutionize the group. To this end, she announces an election for its next president. The rules are simple: each student in the school receives one chip. Whoever has the most chips by the end of thirty days becomes both the new president and the head of the Momobami clan.Upon receiving news of this development, the Momobami branch families spring into action. Eleven transfer students arrive at Hyakkao Private Academy, each aiming to lead both the school and the Momobami clan. Equipped with unique talents, they will compete to get as many chips as possible—but their chips are not the only things on the line.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Kakegurui Joker ↗ ↖
Kakegurui Twin ↗ ↖
Compulsive Gambler Twin
Summary
Her name is Mary Saotome—she is brazen, insolent, and defiant, yet highly intelligent. Upon transferring to Hyakkaou Private Academy, where a student's worth is determined by their wits through gambling, she seizes a glorious win against a classmate and immediately captures the attention of the devious student council members.With the bottom of Hyakkaou’s rigorous hierarchy determined by least gambling winnings, the future for Tsuzura Hanatemari looks grim. As Tsuzura’s childhood friend, Mary resolves to rise through the ranks and secure enough money to free Tsuzura from the shackles of the unjust system. Mary’s perseverance and refusal to lose drive her to surpass and humiliate even the strongest opponents, but certain student council members seem to have greater plans for her.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]