# Gakuen Idolmaster

> Idol training simulation that improves singing and dancing

## Game facts

- Developer: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
- Publisher: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
- Release status: Released
- Release date: May 16, 2024
- Region for this schedule: GLOBAL
- Platforms: MOBILE
- Genres: Simulation, Card

## AI Review Analysis

Analyzed Sep 2, 2026

### Strengths

- Distinctive and appealing idol characters with cute character designs
- Outstanding 3D models, live performances, and graphical quality for a mobile game
- Most dialogue is voiced, and the character-focused story and communications are highly polished

### Weaknesses

- Progression relies heavily on luck and has high difficulty, particularly for obtaining SSR characters, support cards, and Memories
- Strong dissatisfaction with gacha rates, pity systems, and distribution amounts; obtaining desired characters can be very expensive
- A single Produce run takes over 20 minutes, while repetitive farming and energy consumption become tedious over time

## Links

- [Gakuen Idolmaster on WAME](https://www.wame.is/game/5513)
- [Player reviews](https://www.wame.is/game/5513/reviews)

Updated: 2026-11-10T06:13:21.589Z