# Ryuu

> Original vertical anime crafted for mobile. 100% human-made. Watch pilots free.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ryuu.app](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ryuu.app)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ryuu.app`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ryuu, Inc.
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 33,291
- **Rating:** 2.87 / 5 (108 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-13
- **First published:** 2026-08-24
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 49 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ryuu.app)
- **Website:** [https://ryuu.com/](https://ryuu.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://ryuu.com/privacy-policy](https://ryuu.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Ryuu is a mobile-first streaming app for original, human-made anime created specifically for full-screen vertical viewing. Watch free pilot episodes and discover creator-led sci-fi and fantasy stories told in cinematic 2.5–3 minute chapters, with new episodes released over time.

The studio works with animators, writers, voice actors, and directors to build original worlds. Full episodes, weekly releases, and in-app series chats are available with subscription passes purchased through Ryuu’s website.

## Rankings

- #362,014 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.ryuu.app.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews praise the series and the app’s attractive, easy-to-use design, with some users also noting helpful support. The most common frustrations are signup and verification failures, plus subscription pricing that feels high for the limited amount of short-form content currently available.

### Pros

- Several reviewers enjoy the series, especially its storytelling, animation, and indie aesthetic.
- The app’s clean, attractive design and phone-friendly presentation are praised by multiple users.
- Some users report smooth performance and appreciate the team’s quick help fixing bugs.

### Cons

- Account creation is a recurring problem: users report rejected phone numbers, failed connections, or email verification codes that never arrive.
- Multiple reviewers consider the subscription too expensive for the small catalog, short episodes, and limited payment options.
- More than one reviewer says the available episodes are very short, making the current library quick to finish.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ryuu.app)