- #1 FINAL FANTASY IX
98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 13,519 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 40.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Selling over five million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on Steam! Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew on PC !
Why similar: JRPG 45.1%, Great Soundtrack 24.1%, Fantasy 8.1%, RPG 7.5%, Story Rich 6.2%
- #2 FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
98% matchVery Positive89% of 9,569 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 49.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.
Why similar: JRPG 48%, Great Soundtrack 18.1%, RPG 14%, Fantasy 8%, Story Rich 5.1%
- #3 FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
98% matchVery Positive89% of 22,260 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 39.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!
Why similar: JRPG 43%, Great Soundtrack 20.4%, RPG 7.6%, Fantasy 6.6%, Story Rich 6%
- #4 FINAL FANTASY VIII
98% matchVery Positive88% of 9,356 reviews2013
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...
Why similar: JRPG 57.1%, Great Soundtrack 17.9%, RPG 10.4%, Fantasy 4.6%, Story Rich 3.6%
- #5 Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
98% matchVery Positive84% of 3,132 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.
Why similar: JRPG 53.1%, Great Soundtrack 16.2%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 7.1%, Story Rich 4.8%
- #6 LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII
98% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,674 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 43.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.
Why similar: JRPG 39.1%, Great Soundtrack 19.3%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, RPG 10.1%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #7 FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
98% matchVery Positive83% of 56,551 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 49.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.
Why similar: JRPG 41.9%, Great Soundtrack 22%, RPG 12.8%, Fantasy 8.5%, Story Rich 5.7%
- #8 FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2
98% matchMixed58% of 6,152 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
It is no longer about facing destiny. Create a new future and change the world! Now enhanced for Windows PC.
Why similar: JRPG 42.3%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, RPG 7.2%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #9 Tales of Zestiria
98% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,242 reviews2015
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studio Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.
Why similar: JRPG 57.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, RPG 9.3%, Fantasy 7.8%, Story Rich 4.8%
- #10 FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,253 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 51.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The mega-hit RPG, FINAL FANTASY VIII returns! This Steam® version features new graphical enhancements and a whole host of options to customise your gameplay experience.
Why similar: JRPG 45.6%, Great Soundtrack 19.6%, RPG 15%, Story Rich 5.6%, Fantasy 4.4%
- #11 Tales of Berseria™
97% matchVery Positive91% of 18,808 reviews2017
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.
Why similar: JRPG 51.9%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, RPG 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.2%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #12 FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0™ HD
97% matchMixed62% of 3,125 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0 HD brings an immersive world, memorable characters and the production value known of the series, together with high quality gameplay and storytelling truly worthy of the FINAL FANTASY name.
Why similar: JRPG 41.7%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, RPG 11.4%, Linear 8.8%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #13 Tales of Symphonia
96% matchVery Positive85% of 5,087 reviews2016
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
FIRST TIME ON STEAM – Based on the PlayStation®3 port of the original GameCube game, this RPG classic is finally available for PC.
Why similar: JRPG 55%, Great Soundtrack 17%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 6.6%, Story Rich 5.7%
- #14 Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
96% matchVery Positive82% of 3,501 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
Why similar: JRPG 60.6%, RPG 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Fantasy 5.5%, Turn-Based 4.2%
- #15 I am Setsuna
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,688 reviews2016
Dev: Tokyo RPG FactoryPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Inspired by the timeless classic Chrono Trigger, I am Setsuna is a great homage to the JRPG masterpieces of yesteryear. Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land.
Why similar: JRPG 54.3%, Great Soundtrack 19.9%, RPG 11%, Turn-Based Combat 4.7%, Fantasy 4.3%
- #16 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
95% matchVery Positive94% of 10,215 reviews2014
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
Why similar: JRPG 52.1%, Great Soundtrack 18.7%, Female Protagonist 7.3%, RPG 7.1%, Story Rich 5.7%
- #17 Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
94% matchVery Positive81% of 4,791 reviews2019
Dev: QLOCPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
Why similar: JRPG 61.2%, RPG 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Story Rich 5.2%, Fantasy 4.2%
- #18 Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
93% matchVery Positive84% of 11,039 reviews2018
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.
Why similar: JRPG 54.3%, RPG 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Fantasy 7.8%, Story Rich 4.6%
- #19 .hack//G.U. Last Recode
93% matchVery Positive87% of 4,132 reviews2017
Dev: CyberConnect2Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection.
Why similar: JRPG 52%, Great Soundtrack 20.4%, RPG 11.9%, Story Rich 6.2%, Fantasy 3.3%
- #20 Ys Origin
93% matchVery Positive93% of 3,557 reviews2012
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
Why similar: JRPG 44.4%, Great Soundtrack 30.4%, RPG 10.1%, Female Protagonist 3.7%, Fantasy 3.4%
- #21 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,292 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.
Why similar: JRPG 50.1%, RPG 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 12%, Fantasy 8.1%, Turn-Based Combat 5.4%
- #22 GRANDIA II HD Remaster
92% matchVery Positive85% of 2,579 reviews2015
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grandia II is back and better than ever! The classic Japanese RPG returns with enhanced visuals, new difficulty level, and features both keyboard and gamepad support!
Why similar: JRPG 53.9%, Great Soundtrack 17.6%, RPG 11.4%, Story Rich 4.7%, Fantasy 4.5%
- #23 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
92% matchVery Positive84% of 4,962 reviews2019
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.
Why similar: JRPG 50.6%, Great Soundtrack 19.5%, RPG 11.8%, Fantasy 5.5%, Story Rich 4.2%
- #24 Ys I & II Chronicles+
91% matchVery Positive89% of 2,939 reviews2013
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Long, long ago, there was an ancient kingdom called Ys which prospered under the auspices of two heavenly Goddesses. Over time, the kingdom came to be known as Esteria, and its divine history was largely forgotten by all but the descendants of those who once preached the Goddesses’ will.
Why similar: JRPG 52.8%, Great Soundtrack 28.9%, RPG 9.2%, Fantasy 2.9%, Action RPG 2.1%
- #25 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,981 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Why similar: JRPG 50.1%, RPG 11.6%, Linear 10.3%, Fantasy 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.3%
- #26 STAR OCEAN™ - THE LAST HOPE -™ 4K & Full HD Remaster
91% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,681 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the galaxy on your quest, make allies and enemies among the alien races you encounter, and uncover a danger so great that it threatens all of creation.
Why similar: JRPG 51.5%, RPG 19.3%, Great Soundtrack 15.3%, Sci-fi 5.5%, Story Rich 3%
- #27 Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim
90% matchVery Positive90% of 1,468 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Adventurer Adol Christin has washed ashore in yet another mysterious, isolated new land, inhabited by a people who sport long ears and bushy tails...and are none too fond of humans. Experience the very first 3D Ys game as never before, with a whole new gameplay mode unique to this release!
Why similar: JRPG 47.6%, Great Soundtrack 28%, RPG 12.4%, Fantasy 3.4%, Action RPG 2.6%
- #28 Secret of Mana
90% matchMixed68% of 2,860 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!
Why similar: JRPG 49.1%, Great Soundtrack 23.6%, RPG 10.4%, Story Rich 5.6%, Fantasy 4.6%
- #29 Ys: The Oath in Felghana
90% matchVery Positive94% of 2,077 reviews2012
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An Action RPG driven by fast-paced combat and paired with an intricate puzzle-filled world.
Why similar: JRPG 43.9%, Great Soundtrack 34.5%, RPG 10.3%, Fantasy 3.2%, Action RPG 2.8%
- #30 KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-
88% matchVery Positive86% of 9,776 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.
Why similar: JRPG 43.1%, Great Soundtrack 25%, RPG 10.8%, Fantasy 6.7%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #31 Fairy Fencer F
89% matchVery Positive89% of 2,373 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Long ago, the Vile God and the Goddess waged war with each other. Equally matched, they were sealed away in another world… Now a lazy young man named Fang somehow finds himself a key part of this war he’d really rather not deal with, but fate beckons in this uncommon RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 62.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, RPG 11.9%, Fantasy 6.1%, Turn-Based 2.9%
- #32 RESONANCE OF FATE™/END OF ETERNITY™ 4K/HD EDITION
89% matchVery Positive80% of 1,010 reviews2018
Dev: tri-Ace
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This symphonic gunplay RPG, where you can change the fate of the world, has been remastered in a 4K/HD EDITION. Fly through the air and enjoy the blazing gun battles in this fateful tale set on a ruined planet.
Why similar: JRPG 56%, RPG 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Turn-Based Combat 5.2%
- #33 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
87% matchVery Positive86% of 16,351 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 47.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
Why similar: JRPG 52.8%, Great Soundtrack 15.8%, RPG 12.4%, Story Rich 6.3%, Turn-Based 5.1%
- #34 CHRONO TRIGGER®
87% matchVery Positive88% of 12,754 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 31.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…
Why similar: JRPG 52.8%, Great Soundtrack 19.1%, RPG 11.2%, Story Rich 5.5%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #35 NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...
83% matchVery Positive88% of 27,370 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 15.0 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.3%, JRPG 36.2%, Story Rich 9.2%, RPG 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #36 FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS
85% matchMixed62% of 658 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 55.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take part in the epic sequel that unfolds nearly two decades after the events of FINAL FANTASY IV. Now enhanced for Windows PC.
Why similar: JRPG 46.8%, RPG 11.2%, Fantasy 10.3%, Linear 7.8%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #37 CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION
83% matchMixed61% of 2,378 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
CHRONO CROSS is an RPG that transcends time and space, unfolding across two interlinked parallel worlds. With over 40 party members to meet, people and dimensions will intertwine in this epic drama about the planet itself.
Why similar: JRPG 53.2%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 6.7%, Fantasy 6.5%
- #38 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,205 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 40.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
Why similar: JRPG 46.5%, Great Soundtrack 20.5%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, RPG 7.7%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #39 Trials of Mana
81% matchVery Positive91% of 5,644 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Why similar: JRPG 42.6%, RPG 31%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Fantasy 5%, Female Protagonist 4.2%
- #40 Tales of ARISE
79% matchVery Positive87% of 36,276 reviews2023
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 16.1 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!
Why similar: JRPG 54.7%, RPG 11.9%, Fantasy 9.1%, Story Rich 6.4%, Female Protagonist 6.2%
- #41 FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
78% matchVery Positive88% of 45,355 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 45.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.
Why similar: JRPG 53.5%, RPG 13.2%, Fantasy 7.8%, Cinematic 5.7%, Action RPG 4.2%
- #42 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 259,060 reviews2025
Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
Windows
Median: 31.9 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Great Soundtrack 26.1%, Fantasy 9.7%, Story Rich 9.4%, RPG 8.5%
- #43 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd
76% matchVery Positive95% of 2,445 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.
Why similar: JRPG 46.2%, Great Soundtrack 26.4%, RPG 10.3%, Story Rich 6.6%, Fantasy 4%
- #44 GRANDIA HD Remaster
75% matchVery Positive90% of 1,675 reviews2019
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., LtdPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Why similar: JRPG 57.1%, RPG 23.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Adventure 5.5%, Turn-Based Combat 3%
- #45 FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 29,451 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 29.5 hrsMean: 52.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.
Why similar: JRPG 50.6%, RPG 13.2%, Cinematic 7.9%, Fantasy 6.5%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #46 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
72% matchVery Positive95% of 5,769 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 50.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
Why similar: JRPG 52.5%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, RPG 9%, Story Rich 6.7%, Fantasy 3.5%
- #47 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1
72% matchVery Positive94% of 12,195 reviews2015
Dev: IDEA FACTORY Co., Ltd.Pub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 57.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!
Why similar: JRPG 58.1%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, RPG 9.4%, Story Rich 3.6%, Turn-Based Combat 3%
- #48 Cosmic Star Heroine
72% matchVery Positive89% of 1,020 reviews2017
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.
Why similar: JRPG 59.8%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, RPG 8.7%, Sci-fi 3.8%
- #49 Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX
71% matchVery Positive91% of 403 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 40.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Lydie & Suelle" is the 3rd instalment: after discovering a mysterious painting, Lydie & Suelle get closer to their dream of running the best atelier.
Why similar: JRPG 43.7%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, RPG 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Fantasy 6.4%
- #50 KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
70% matchVery Positive82% of 615 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue features 3 magical experiences, all leading up to KINGDOM HEARTS III.
Why similar: JRPG 50.2%, RPG 16.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Fantasy 4.9%, Action RPG 4%
- #51 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation
71% matchVery Positive94% of 3,510 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 77.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Lost in an alternate dimension, Neptune must collect enough shares to get back home. Sounds easy – except the Seven Sages want to rid Gamindustri of CPUs, including Neptune! Help defeat them and return her to her own world in this JRPG – or be stuck in the '80s forever!
Why similar: JRPG 55.5%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, RPG 10.1%, Fantasy 4.5%, Story Rich 3.7%
- #52 FINAL FANTASY XVI
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 29,754 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 27.4 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.
Why similar: JRPG 40.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Fantasy 9.3%, Cinematic 9.2%, Story Rich 8%
- #53 Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
69% matchVery Positive90% of 982 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Sophie" is the 1st instalment: a chance encounter between Sophie and a sentient book Plachta takes them on an adventure to recover Plachta's memories.
Why similar: JRPG 45.5%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, RPG 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #54 The Caligula Effect: Overdose
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 609 reviews2019
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Mobius. An idyllic world that lets people forget about the pain and problems of reality. Created by a sentient vocaloid program, μ (Mu), reality and fantasy have become blurred, allowing people to relive their high school years in bliss -- but just how real is a virtual happiness?
Why similar: JRPG 43.8%, Great Soundtrack 24.8%, RPG 12.2%, Female Protagonist 10%, Story Rich 4.5%