Games Like 3 Stars of Destiny

Last Dream incorporates the best features of classic RPGs: replayability and complete immersion into a vast world, rich with detail.

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.6% ★, RPG 19.9%, JRPG 11.3%, Turn-Based 5%, Indie 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the classic JRPG spirit with its deep customization and expansive world that mirrors the feel of 3 Stars of Destiny.

8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition is a retro-styled JRPG with polish and personality, that focuses less on references and more on telling a story...

Why similar: RPGMaker 41.6% ★, RPG 17.9%, JRPG 12.2%, Adventure 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a heartfelt, traditional turn-based experience that prioritizes story and classic exploration mechanics.

A light-hearted turn-based RPG, heavily inspired by old 2D classics. You will battle through waves of cute enemies, grow your characters, explore a diverse world, solve puzzles, and of course, save the world. (Just updated to version 3!)

Why similar: JRPG 26.7%, RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based 14.3%, Epic 8.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a highly polished, humorous, and combat-focused adventure that feels right at home for fans of classic RPGs.

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 40.6%, RPG 19.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Turn-Based 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic JRPG that features fast-paced combat and a vibrant, retro-inspired world.

Take in the beauty of a magical world floating above the clouds, then take on a menacing race of vampires hidden in the dark. Ara Fell combines the best parts of Japanese-style roleplaying games with the best parts of western RPGs. The new Enhanced Edition features a slew of new features!

Why similar: RPGMaker 24.6% ★, JRPG 16.4%, RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based 11%, Anime 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines a beautiful 16-bit aesthetic with a focus on exploration and engaging character-driven quests.

Be ready for the nerdiest adventure of your life! Journey with four everyday friends into this turn based hilarious jrpg filled with parodies and cameos! Explore a huge fantasy world full of secrets, monsters, dungeons and preposterous villains! Nerds are storming fantasy and it's awesome!

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.4% ★, RPG 24.5%, JRPG 7.7%, Indie 5.2%, Fantasy 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends classic turn-based combat with a witty, comedic narrative that keeps the adventure feeling fresh.

Traverse through rich, detailed environments, recruit colorful characters and fight your way through dangerous hordes of enemies in this exciting old-school RPG incorporating 40 quests, 26 secret rooms, 8 animal kings and countless secrets and items to discover.

Why similar: RPGMaker 35% ★, JRPG 16.4%, RPG 11.1%, Turn-Based 7.3%, Anime 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: As part of a classic series, it delivers a straightforward and satisfying traditional RPG experience with a focus on party building.

Gorgeous pixel art. Intense, blazing fast battles. An epic adventure. This is the must-play retro indie JRPG built for the modern era.

Why similar: JRPG 56.3%, RPG 24.4%, Indie 7.5%, Turn-Based 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully crafted JRPG that emphasizes traditional gameplay loops and a compelling, character-focused story.

Life under the iron rule of the winged Skyborn race isn’t so bad for Claret Spencer, the star mechanic of a successful airship repair shop, present her with broken machinery and she’s sure to fix it. She’s one of the fortunate ones, not all who live under the watchful eye of the Skyborn are so lucky…Little does she know that her stable,...

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.7% ★, RPG 17.2%, JRPG 8.6%, Female Protagonist 4.1%, Turn-Based 2%

Why You'll Like It: This RPGMaker title offers a steampunk-infused fantasy world with a strong narrative and classic dungeon-crawling elements.

Join a team of wayward heroines in Heroines of Swords & Spells, an epic and humorous turn-based combat JRPG with over 150,000 lines of dialogue, 20 hours of gameplay, and challenging battles. Navigate tough dungeons and uncover the rich lore of the world.

Why similar: JRPG 26%, RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based 17.3%, Anime 9.9%, Female Protagonist 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a deep, party-based tactical experience with a humorous tone and a massive amount of content.

A young girl with a hidden past sets off on an epic and mysterious journey in hope of learning more about her own origins in this beautifully rendered, classic-style RPG adventure.

Why similar: RPGMaker 41.1% ★, RPG 14.6%, JRPG 11.9%, Anime 7.2%, Great Soundtrack 7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique RPG that strips away the fluff to focus on strategic combat and a charming, minimalist exploration style.

Ready for a huge adventure? Welcome to the magical world of Asguaard, and delve into an RPG that can span over 100 hours! Dwarves in the cold region of Roya believe that only a human with a soul can overcome the dreaded Thanatos and its Pandora Box... are you this one?

Why similar: RPGMaker 29.8% ★, Epic 18.6% ★, RPG 11.5%, JRPG 9.7%, Turn-Based 6%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides an epic, long-form adventure with a focus on exploration and traditional RPG progression.

Two nations finally achieve peace, marked by a momentous royal wedding. But just as they seal it with a kiss, a group of soldiers sabotage the wedding and kidnap the bride! Follow the story of Lucian, Ingrid, and Soha, as they uncover the secrets of the conspiracy and expose the true villains!

Why similar: RPGMaker 48.6% ★, RPG 39.9%, Indie 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique tactical combat system and a sprawling world that rewards players for thorough exploration.

Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.

Why similar: JRPG 41.5%, RPG 32%, Adventure 10.8%, Fantasy 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes non-linear exploration and platforming within a traditional JRPG framework, offering a fresh take on the genre.

Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.

Why similar: JRPG 37%, RPG 25.3%, Adventure 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Fantasy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece that honors the golden age of JRPGs with stunning visuals and a deep, turn-based combat system.

Alpha Kimori™ Great Doubt™ Episode One is the first of a trilogy of bright and colorful Japanese Anime inspired story-driven episodic 2D Role Playing Games, which feature an intricate action-adventure epic story with a delightful mix of sci-fi and fantasy elements.

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.3% ★, RPG 15.9%, JRPG 15.4%, Anime 10%, Indie 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a classic anime-inspired RPG experience with a focus on a linear, story-driven adventure.

Huge RPG in the 16-bit style (Final Fantasy, Breath of Fire etc.), featuring an epic, exciting adventure in a fantasy world and packed full of characters (more than 30!), quests and secrets.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.3% ★, RPG 16.4%, JRPG 9.3%, Anime 6.5%, Turn-Based 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional RPGMaker experience that delivers a classic fantasy story with plenty of side quests and exploration.

Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.

Why similar: RPG 32.8%, JRPG 25.2%, Turn-Based 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Indie 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully blends classic 16-bit RPG mechanics with modern quality-of-life improvements and a gripping story.

Can Marine, Benoit, Karine and her friends find 12 warriors to confront the 13 dreaded Lords of Mystrock? Will Jeanne the magical fairy still support them and unleash her devastating spells on the foes? Play Millennium 2, live the tale and find out!

Why similar: RPGMaker 41.6% ★, RPG 19.9%, JRPG 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Female Protagonist 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the journey of the Millennium series with more classic exploration and character development.

Make friends, make enemies, go fishing, collect cards, beat up sharks, beat up tigers, obtain the denim blade, train a fuzzy infantile insect for battle, and uncover ancient secrets in this monster-filled adventure.

Why similar: RPGMaker 44% ★, RPG 20.5%, Anime 7.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, JRPG 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: This indie RPG features a unique monster-collecting mechanic and a beautiful, hand-drawn aesthetic that stands out in the genre.

A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.

Why similar: RPG 26.5%, JRPG 26.5%, Anime 23.3%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A charming action-RPG that captures the spirit of classic anime-style adventures with its vibrant world and character interactions.

Addictive RPG with bits of strategy to enhance the gameplay, Dreamscape can be played in 4 different modes and features different rewards for completing them. You even get bonus heroes if you complete a mode without using the healing goddess!

Why similar: RPGMaker 47% ★, RPG 16.3%, JRPG 8.4%, Adventure 4.9%, Anime 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a casual yet engaging RPG experience that is easy to pick up and play for fans of the genre.

What kind of danger can a mother face to rescue her child? Moonchild is a unique and enthralling 16-bit style RPG adventure featuring 9 amazing characters, plenty of sidequests and countless items and spells.

Why similar: RPGMaker 53.8% ★, RPG 18.6%, Anime 4.9%, JRPG 4.8%, Female Protagonist 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and engaging RPGMaker adventure that focuses on exploration and traditional turn-based battles.

Rise of the Third Power is a retro-themed, console-style roleplaying game, loosely based on the political climate of Europe in the late 1930's. The story takes place in the land of Rin during the height of the Age of Sail, following the events that would lead to the greatest war in human history.

Why similar: JRPG 23.9%, RPGMaker 21.4% ★, RPG 18.1%, Anime 11.9%, Fantasy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Inspired by the console RPGs of the 90s, it delivers a mature narrative and a highly polished turn-based combat system.

A game for players who adore humorous fantasy adventures. A sprawling turn-based JRPG offering 50 hours of meticulously crafted plot, engaging quests, and no unnecessary grind. Four gorgeous yet utterly misguided heroines set out on perilous yet wildly entertaining adventures.

Why similar: JRPG 32.2%, RPG 25.4%, Anime 18.4%, Fantasy 10.4%, Adventure 7.5%

Explore magical lands and discover your inner self in this exciting 16-bit style RPG from the same team that made Vagrant Hearts and Ashes of Immortality and featuring up to 20-30 hours of playtime.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50% ★, RPG 22.1%, JRPG 11.2%, Indie 6%, Fantasy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, fantasy-themed RPG that focuses on traditional turn-based combat and exploration.

Amber Throne is a turn-based JRPG-styled game about a girl in a desert world beneath a mysterious floating castle, and her quest to reach it.

Why similar: RPGMaker 40.8% ★, RPG 14.9%, JRPG 11.9%, Turn-Based 8.8%, Female Protagonist 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features a distinct, hand-painted art style and a classic turn-based combat system that feels both nostalgic and unique.

A few days only are left to make the impossible possible... but now that Marine has combed the whole territory of Myst, chances to find the last few warriors wear really thin... or can she go on the track of the legendary man who calls himself The Bear, and boasts of incredible power?

Why similar: RPGMaker 42% ★, RPG 18.3%, JRPG 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%, Female Protagonist 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A solid entry in the series that maintains the traditional RPG feel and party-based mechanics players expect.

How can 13 peasants challenge 13 rich, powerful and well-educated martial artists? Enter the final, grandiose episode of a saga no stranger to the likes of Karate Kid, and carrying an uplifting message of hope, perseverence and friendship.

Why similar: RPGMaker 44.6% ★, RPG 19.1%, JRPG 9.2%, Female Protagonist 6%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a definitive conclusion to the series with consistent gameplay mechanics and classic questing.

Astoria: The Holders of Power Saga is a charming 35+hr RPG with an epic, twisting story, containing intricate characters and cinematic cutscenes. done in classic 90's, RPG-style storytelling.

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.6% ★, RPG 16.8%, JRPG 10.9%, Adventure 6%, Indie 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a classic fantasy adventure with a focus on party management and strategic combat encounters.

"A Timely Intervention" is an innovative RPG featuring animated battle visuals, polished gameplay mechanisms, an intricate storyline and a cast of colourful characters. Developed by the team behind "The Tale of a Common Man", it's a must-have for fans of the genre!

Why similar: RPGMaker 40.4% ★, RPG 13.2%, JRPG 10.8%, Anime 7.5%, Female Protagonist 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game incorporates interesting time-travel mechanics into a classic RPG structure, adding a layer of depth to the adventure.

16-bit RPG magic is back! Can you stop the Wastelands from spreading and overtaking the world? Play as Marcus, Bastien and Fela, 3 army conscripts with little liking for their new life, yet who find themselves engulfed in a mystery that could very well cause the demise of their nation.

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.3% ★, RPG 15%, JRPG 12.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%, Indie 4.1%

Retro RPG that takes inspiration from SNES and PS1 classics. Action turn-based battle system with skill learning, slots for stat boosting, equipment crafting, monster catching, rank based Colosseum, and side quests. 30+ hour emotional story with adult-oriented themes and powerful original soundtrack.

Why similar: RPGMaker 44.2% ★, RPG 26.3%, JRPG 13.3%, Adventure 8.8%, Indie 7.4%

The most non-Japanese jRPG of the decade! Epic Quest is an action-packed adventure featuring over a dozen classic and rich environments, 5 playable characters and a plethora of skills, spells and Limit Breaks. A must-have for fans of the SNES Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger!

Why similar: RPGMaker 62.2% ★, RPG 19.1%, Adventure 5.5%, Indie 4.9%, Anime 4.3%

Unleash custom attacks by combining words in this Super! Anime! Turn-Based! RPG! Collect all 200 words, earn Pep Ups from honorable victories and become a Kiai master. Befriend your rivals, uncover dark mysteries, and seek out the pieces of the Wanderstar map in a wild race across the universe.

Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, RPG 22%, Turn-Based 18.4%, Anime 17.2%, Female Protagonist 9.3%

A fun turn-based RPG set in a future world of humans and AI. Play as Akane to explore vibrant locations, battle with simple yet fluid combat, and enjoy side quests full of charming surprises. With a playful, humorous style and clever details, this adventure is light, easy, and full of smiles.

Why similar: JRPG 37.8%, RPG 26.4%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Fantasy 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.9% ★, Anime 13.7%, RPG 12.9%, JRPG 7.9%, Female Protagonist 3.9%

An epic 12 hour RPG. Thirteen years after incredibly powerful spirit beasts were sealed in the souls of children, they threaten to break free and cause havoc across the land. It's up to four friends from the elite warrior training academy to find the key to stopping these evil spirits once and for all.

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.9% ★, RPG 13.5%, Anime 12.6%, JRPG 6.1%, Adventure 3.7%

Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a cute and clever action RPG featuring real-time combat, 3D graphics, 90+ items, mini-games, multiple endings, a rocking soundtrack, 35+ hours of playtime, tons of fully voiced characters by an all-star cast of voice actors, and more!

Why similar: JRPG 24.3%, RPG 23%, Anime 14.4%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Exploration 8.5%

Final Battle features an enthralling story with many twists and turns, and a gameplay to satisfy the itch of RPG players. It is a must-have for fans of the old Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest and Breath of Fire.

Why similar: RPGMaker 40.2% ★, JRPG 13.7%, Epic 11% ★, RPG 10.2%, Female Protagonist 5.5%

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 26.3%, RPG 22.5%, Great Soundtrack 21.7%, Fantasy 11.9%, Exploration 7.6%

Thoughts and expectations ARPG

Why similar: RPGMaker 43.1% ★, Anime 15.4%, RPG 13.8%, JRPG 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%

The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

Why similar: RPG 31.9%, Fantasy 14.4%, Exploration 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Adventure 10.6%

FRACTALS OF DESTINY features new gameplay called Hybrid RPG, great visuals and epic story delivered by superhero female protagonist with unique combat style while exploring beautiful planets.

Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Anime 23.2%, Fantasy 15.7%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Adventure 8.4%

Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, and embark on a quest with Amelia and Roland as they make new friends, experience dreams, and discover their destiny.

Why similar: RPGMaker 70.2% ★, RPG 14.5%, Adventure 5.5%, Indie 4.4%, Strategy 3.5%

Command a legion of more than 70 beloved Touhou Project heroines on an expansive quest to uncover the cause of mysterious incidents blossoming throughout Gensokyo. Deploy units on grid-based maps to battle monsters with flashy Spell Cards, and conquer each stage with strategic mastery.

Why similar: JRPG 35.9%, RPG 32.1%, Fantasy 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.

Why similar: JRPG 31.2%, RPG 23.7%, Great Soundtrack 22%, Anime 10.5%, Adventure 5.5%

The peaceful Realm of Dreams is about to be consumed by a terrible and maleficent nightmare. You must venture into the darkness and battle fearsome literary foes such as Hyde, the Headless Horseman and Dracula. Join Lily on a sugar-coated adventure about inner strength with a dark interior.

Why similar: RPGMaker 38.8% ★, RPG 14.4%, JRPG 12.7%, Turn-Based 7.5%, Anime 6.8%

Tales Across Time is a story-driven RPG experience from the creator of 8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey. It uses the classic short-story format to tell the tale of three different characters...

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.6% ★, RPG 19.4%, JRPG 8.2%, Adventure 6.2%, Indie 5.2%

Girlfriend Rescue is a thrilling adventure where the gameplay of "Dragon Quest" meets the atmosphere of "Streets of Rage". Innovative, mixing rogue-style RPG and Beat'em Up atmosphere in a unique way, this game features a great deal of strategy through a mix of character selection & creative skills.

Why similar: RPGMaker 49.7% ★, RPG 14%, Anime 9.4%, Female Protagonist 7.4%, Exploration 6%

Save the world and find the girl of your dreams in this fantastic JRPG reminiscent of Dragon Quest and worth 8 hours of playtime.

Why similar: RPGMaker 43.6% ★, JRPG 15.3%, RPG 11.3%, Anime 8.1%, Dark Humor 6.4%

Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world.

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.1% ★, RPG 18.7%, Anime 7.4%, JRPG 4.4%, Adventure 3.8%

A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.

Why similar: JRPG 33.1%, RPG 22.7%, Anime 15.5%, Adventure 7.8%, Indie 7.6%

A JRPG style fantasy game reminiscent of SNES classics. Guide Madilyn, Hiro and Winter as they embark on an epic quest to save Spyria from the mysterious LEGION.

Why similar: RPGMaker 33.1% ★, JRPG 25.1%, RPG 20.5%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Fantasy 5.3%

Time is running out for Marine and her friends. She needs to find warriors at all costs, but all she seems to stumble into is a mermaid, a werewolf, a dragon and hordes of crazy orcs... can you get her out of trouble, in one of the best episodes of the award-winning Millennium series?

Why similar: RPGMaker 42.6% ★, RPG 19.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Female Protagonist 6.8%, JRPG 6%

Adventuress Ittle Dew and her sidekick Tippsie crash onto a strange island, filled with loot and mysterious inhabitants. It quickly dawns on the duo that this might become their biggest adventure yet.Ittle Dew boils down the classic adventure formula until there is only fun left.

Why similar: Adventure 24.7%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Indie 18.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, RPG 7.5%

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

Why similar: RPG 41.3%, JRPG 27.4%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Fantasy 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%

Based on the "Touhou Project" world, Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded- is an addictive roguelike RPG that's easy for beginners to pickup and play, but with tons of advanced options for pros! Explore dungeons with your Touhou favorites characters, collect loot, and battle over the Golden Spheres!

Why similar: RPG 37.9%, Anime 13.8%, Adventure 10.2%, Indie 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%