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  1. #1 Cassette Beasts
    97% matchVery Positive94% of 11,159 reviews2023
    Dev: Bytten StudioPub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 24.8%, JRPG 18.1%, Collectathon 15.4%, Retro 7%, RPG 6.5%

  2. #2 Coromon
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 8,092 reviews2022
    Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Embark on a complete 30+ hour monster-taming RPG adventure, now remastered for PC! Catch and train more than 120 Coromon, explore six diverse biomes, and master strategic turn-based battles as you unravel a mystery that could change Velua forever.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 30.8%, JRPG 16.4%, Collectathon 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 5.7%, RPG 5.1%

  3. #3 Anode Heart: Layer Null
    96% matchVery Positive92% of 234 reviews2025
    Dev: Stove Powered Games
    Windows · Mac

    Isometric card battler RPG with a touch of virtual creatures, set in a futuristic, digital world, with over-the-top villains and a very shadowy plot.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 34.1%, Card Battler 20.3%, Futuristic 9.7%, RPG 9.7%, Retro 6.7%

  4. #4 Monster Sanctuary
    95% matchVery Positive91% of 12,704 reviews2020
    Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 43%, JRPG 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%, RPG 6.6%

  5. #5 Nexomon: Extinction
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 4,057 reviews2020
    Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 47.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Top-Down 10.3%, RPG 10.2%, Colorful 5%

  6. #6 Temtem
    94% matchVery Positive81% of 39,324 reviews2022
    Dev: CremaPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 42.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 37.8%, JRPG 15.8%, Collectathon 13.9%, RPG 7%, Turn-Based Combat 7%

  7. #7 Nexomon
    93% matchVery Positive89% of 1,837 reviews2020
    Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 67.9%, RPG 14%, Adventure 7.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6%, Indie 2.1%

  8. #8 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
    91% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,378 reviews2026
    Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 37.8%, JRPG 24.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%, Futuristic 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  9. #9 Disc Creatures
    92% matchVery Positive83% of 237 reviews2019
    Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Capture and battle over 200 unique creatures in this retro-inspired monster-collecting RPG. Copy their powers with the revolutionary DiscKid and build your dream team. Explore a vibrant world where humans live alongside mysterious creatures in an unforgettable adventure full of secrets and strategy.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 29.2%, Collectathon 17.5%, JRPG 17.4%, RPG 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  10. #10 Crystal Project
    91% matchVery Positive92% of 2,601 reviews2022
    Dev: Andrew Willman
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 25.9%, Collectathon 18.7%, Nonlinear 18%, RPG 9.6%, Top-Down 8.1%

  11. #11 Aethermancer
    88% matchVery Positive92% of 2,722 reviews2025
    Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 40.1%, JRPG 27.9%, RPG 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, 2D 5%

  12. #12 Digimon Story Time Stranger
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 22,687 reviews2025
    Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 29.4 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 34.3%, JRPG 26%, Collectathon 15.1%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Combat 4.8%

  13. #13 Dokimon Quest
    89% matchMostly Positive75% of 986 reviews2024
    Dev: Yanako RPGs
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    A monster-taming RPG meets GBC-era nostalgia. Capture and train 140+ Dokimon across 15+ towns. "Whoa, watch out — Dokimon are dangerous!" Uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend in the Xelos region.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 37.8%, JRPG 24.1%, RPG 8.3%, Cute 5.5%, Turn-Based Combat 5.3%

  14. #14 Monster Crown
    90% matchMixed56% of 1,047 reviews2021
    Dev: Studio AurumPub: SOEDESCO
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 23.9%, JRPG 18.2%, Collectathon 15%, Turn-Based Combat 6.6%, RPG 6.2%

  15. #15 HEARTBEAT
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 626 reviews2018
    Dev: CHUMBOSOFT LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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: RPG 33.1%, JRPG 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Cute 12.8%, Adventure 6.4%

  16. #16 EvoCreo
    86% matchMostly Positive74% of 88 reviews2026
    Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 33%, JRPG 17.8%, Top-Down 8.7%, RPG 8.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%

  17. #17 Moonstone Island
    86% matchVery Positive84% of 5,087 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio SupersoftPub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 46.4%, Card Battler 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, RPG 9.5%, Cute 8.1%

  18. #18 Nuumonsters
    85% matchMixed61% of 71 reviews2026
    Dev: Yanako RPGs
    Windows

    Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! A short, retro-style Creature Collector RPG — play as Yana or Yasaka and battle your way through the Hana region, with 70+ creatures to catch and train!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 37%, JRPG 22.7%, RPG 10%, Retro 9.6%, Adventure 5%

  19. #19 Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout
    84% matchVery Positive88% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Bone Collectors
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 26.1%, JRPG 20.4%, Retro 9%, RPG 8.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8%

  20. #20 Chained Echoes
    84% matchVery Positive89% of 8,193 reviews2022
    Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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: JRPG 36%, RPG 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Retro 6%

  21. #21 Bloomtown: A Different Story
    83% matchVery Positive85% of 1,658 reviews2024
    Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 31.3%, JRPG 26%, RPG 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Cute 7%

  22. #22 Letalis
    82% matchVery Positive97% of 74 reviews2026
    Dev: Monkiato
    Windows · Mac

    Recruit over 1,000 Letalis, conquer coliseums and explore a non-linear world packed with secrets.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 29.8%, JRPG 17.7%, Nonlinear 16.4%, RPG 8.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%

  23. #23 CrossCode
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 18,486 reviews2018
    Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 43.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

    Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, RPG 18.3%, Retro 9.5%, 2D 7.4%

  24. #24 Weirdlands
    81% matchVery Positive98% of 59 reviews2024
    Dev: Martin Mejak
    Windows

    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: Creature Collector 25.6%, JRPG 25.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%, RPG 6.4%

  25. #25 Silan: Monster Girl Master!
    80% matchVery Positive96% of 73 reviews2026
    Dev: 愛の勇者
    Windows

    Silan: Monster Girl Master is a soulslike-inspired monster girl capture RPG developed solo over 2 years. Experience Rance X-inspired combat, capture and train 60+ monster girls with unique skills and attributes, and explore forests, deserts, snowy mountains, volcanoes, and more.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 28.8%, JRPG 23.1%, Card Battler 15%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%, Top-Down 6.6%

  26. #26 Automaton Heart
    79% matchVery Positive96% of 100 reviews2026
    Dev: Luke Vincent
    Windows · Linux

    Automaton Heart is an RPG with platforming elements where you visit obscure and interesting places while upgrading your organs and strategizing about which items to bring along.

    Why similar: RPG 41.1%, Retro 33.4%, Adventure 25.5%

  27. #27 Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 51 reviews2023
    Dev: George Alexandros
    Windows

    Explore a vibrant world where ancient religions fuse with technology in this character-driven JRPG. Master deep turn-based combat as you battle with divine magic against beasts with mecha parts. Embark on a grand adventure to retrieve the sacred Babel code needed to face your Gods.

    Why similar: JRPG 28.5%, Futuristic 12%, RPG 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  28. #28 EvoCreo 2
    78% matchVery Positive83% of 70 reviews2026
    Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Capture over 300 unique monsters, explore a vast world, complete 50+ quests, and master a deep battle system in this offline-friendly, story-rich monster capture RPG. Journey as a cadet in the world of Shoru, where monsters known as Creo are vanishing. Catch the perpetrators before it's too late.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 33.7%, JRPG 21.3%, RPG 9.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

  29. #29 Nocturne
    76% matchVery Positive99% of 382 reviews2026
    Dev: Pracy Studios
    Windows

    The afterlife is now digital. Discover that eternal life comes with sacrifice in a genre-defying RPG with unique rhythm combat.

    Why similar: JRPG 34.9%, RPG 14%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Story Rich 7.6%, Adventure 6.6%

  30. #30 Frameland: A Binary Tale
    78% matchVery Positive98% of 55 reviews2024
    Dev: Team Frameland
    Windows · Mac

    A turn-based retro-inspired RPG you can complete over the weekend. Perfect your timing in combat, uncover secrets, and interact with a rich world and its characters in a gripping story told from two perspectives.

    Why similar: JRPG 31.9%, RPG 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Futuristic 7.4%

  31. #31 Cross Blitz
    77% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,691 reviews2025
    Dev: Tako Boy Studios LLCPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Cross Blitz is a unique RPG deckbuilder featuring fast-paced tactical combat with loads of cards to collect and synergies to wield. Explore, level up, craft new cards and build the perfect decks as you carve your own path to victory!

    Why similar: Card Battler 33.9%, RPG 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Colorful 8.5%

  32. #32 Axial Disc 1
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2021
    Dev: Sawyer FriendPub: Gem Games
    Windows

    A modern turn-based deckbuilding JRPG involving party synergy for attacks that features unique pixel art and chiptune music!

    Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, Card Battler 18.2%, Top-Down 10%, RPG 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  33. #33 Tomomon
    77% matchMostly Positive71% of 127 reviews2024
    Dev: ManicBuild Studio
    Windows

    Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 35.9%, Collectathon 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%, Top-Down 7.9%

  34. #34 Chrono Ark
    75% matchVery Positive91% of 13,786 reviews2024
    Dev: Al Fine
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Chrono Ark is a singleplayer roguelike that combines elements from deckbuilders and party-based RPGs. Recruit, train, and build a team of unique Investigators to restore the Twisted World!

    Why similar: RPG 31.8%, Card Battler 23.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Cute 7.2%

  35. #35 Digimon World: Next Order
    76% matchVery Positive81% of 2,989 reviews2023
    Dev: HYDE, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    The Digital World has run rampant with Machinedramon and is now in a state of utter chaos. As a Digidestined, it’s up to you to restore order to the world in Digimon World: Next Order, a monster collecting RPG.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 47.8%, JRPG 29%, RPG 14%, Cute 5.6%, Adventure 2.3%

  36. #36 Hentaimon Prologue
    75% matchVery Positive86% of 76 reviews2025
    Dev: PinkySoul
    Windows

    Hentaimon is a old-school classic monster-catcher with a special lewd twist. Bond with Hentaimon and explore a broad world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, a mysterious threat awaiting defeat, and lots and lots of hentai. It's time for you to explore the wonder world of these monster girls!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 31%, JRPG 16.6%, Top-Down 8.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%, RPG 7.7%

  37. #37 Creature Keeper
    74% matchMixed69% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Fervir GamesPub: Graffiti Games
    Windows

    Creature Keeper is an action-adventure RPG where you Befriend Creatures and fight alongside them in real time. Explore a mysterious world and uncover the truth behind a strange sickness spreading across the land. Power up your team, fill out your Bestiary, and embark on your journey of destiny!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 38.9%, Collectathon 19%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, RPG 8.4%, Cute 7.7%

  38. #38 Nocturne: Prelude
    74% matchVery Positive97% of 401 reviews2020
    Dev: Pracy Studios
    Windows

    The afterlife is now digital. Discover that eternal life comes with sacrifice in the first chapter of a genre-defying RPG with unique rhythm combat.

    Why similar: Transhumanism 31.6% ★, JRPG 23.5%, Top-Down 10%, RPG 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  39. #39 Botworld Odyssey
    73% matchMostly Positive76% of 296 reviews2024
    Dev: Featherweight Games
    Windows

    Venture out into a huge open world to discover new bots and collect rare scrap to build them. Deploy your bots in tactical auto-battles on your quest to become the world’s greatest Botmaster.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 33.7%, JRPG 20.6%, Collectathon 19.9%, RPG 8.3%, Colorful 5.8%

  40. #40 Monster Crown: Sin Eater
    71% matchVery Positive86% of 205 reviews2026
    Dev: Studio Aurum
    Windows

    Hand-craft your team of perfect Monsters and wage a one-man war against fate and the world in the Crown Nation! With a True Crossbreeding system, every Monster is entirely your own!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 35.6%, JRPG 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, RPG 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

  41. #41 Decktamer
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 2,407 reviews2025
    Dev: Horizon EdgePub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Deck-building meets monster catching in this turn-based roguelike. Recruit enemy cards to your party as you dive into the depths of the abyss. Will you kill them or will you tame them?

    Why similar: Creature Collector 51%, Card Battler 28.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, 2D 3.8%, Colorful 2.1%

  42. #42 Sunken Dragon
    71% matchNo user reviews71% of 119 reviews2026
    Dev: Pocket Game
    Windows

    This is a retro 8-bit pixel-style RPG. The game features turn-based combat, inviting players to explore the unknown in a fantastical world.

    Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, RPG 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Nonlinear 10.3%

  43. #43 Portal Fantasy
    72% matchMixed66% of 257 reviews2025
    Dev: Portal Fantasy
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Journey through an epic storyline, collecting creatures to aid you in turn-based battles, avoiding traps and solving puzzles, completing thrilling quests, and uncovering the darker history of Pyli Kingdom in this RPG with a unique modern take on a classic beloved genre.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 34.8%, JRPG 20.9%, RPG 9%, Retro 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  44. #44 Voidling Bound
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 3,517 reviews2026
    Dev: Hatchery Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Hatch, evolve, and upgrade powerful space creatures in this action-packed sci-fi 3rd person shooter that reinvents the monster taming genre!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 67%, RPG 12.8%, Adventure 8.1%, Colorful 5.2%, Exploration 4.3%

  45. #45 Siralim 2
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 451 reviews2016
    Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 34.6%, Collectathon 20.8%, RPG 8.5%, Top-Down 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

  46. #46 Monster Tribe
    73% matchMixed56% of 66 reviews2023
    Dev: Boundless GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows

    Explore an island filled with collectible creatures, a vast and varied wilderness, and dangerous towers on your way to restoring harmony with the land of Akama.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 41.3%, JRPG 14.2%, Top-Down 9.9%, RPG 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%

  47. #47 Tangledeep
    72% matchVery Positive82% of 1,486 reviews2018
    Dev: Impact Gameworks
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!

    Why similar: Top-Down 20.3%, RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Cute 13%

  48. #48 Astra Hunter Zosma
    69% matchVery Positive98% of 106 reviews2024
    Dev: Torch60
    Windows

    A treasure-hunting RPG with a lifelong friend! Escape the Crescent Moon Tower and return to the surface world... and grab lots of treasure on the way!

    Why similar: JRPG 34.3%, RPG 12.7%, Top-Down 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Colorful 7.9%

  49. #49 Adore
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 458 reviews2023
    Dev: Cadabra GamesPub: QUByte Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Adore is an action creature-collecting game where you build your team of unique creatures and go on a journey to resurrect the God of the Creatures.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 53.5%, Top-Down 17%, Cute 11.1%, Colorful 9.4%, Adventure 6.8%

  50. #50 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 3,517 reviews2025
    Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
    Windows
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 51.7%, RPG 13.4%, Cute 10.2%, Adventure 7.6%, Story Rich 6.6%

  51. #51 Airoheart
    71% matchMixed58% of 85 reviews2022
    Dev: Pixel Heart StudioPub: SOEDESCO
    Windows · Mac

    Airoheart is a top-down action-adventure RPG inspired by the classics. Embark on an epic journey to save the world from evil and test the strength of your heart in this emotional tale of betrayal, tragedy and redemption.

    Why similar: Nonlinear 28.5%, Top-Down 17.4%, RPG 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Story Rich 7.4%

  52. #52 Metal Hunter
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 467 reviews2026
    Dev: 大破壞复兴委员会
    Windows · Linux

    This is an imitation of a JRPG with a dual system of humans and tanks. In the ruined wasteland world, humans drive chariots to hunt down various monsters and hunt down powerful wanted criminals. These people are known as 'Metal Hunters' by the world!

    Why similar: JRPG 30.1%, Top-Down 13.2%, RPG 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%

  53. #53 1-Bit Explorer
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 53 reviews2024
    Dev: Fiddleling
    Windows

    An adventure game focused on exploration where you do NOT save the world and the world does NOT need saving.

    Why similar: Collectathon 29.7%, RPG 15.8%, Top-Down 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Adventure 9.5%

  54. #54 Dragon Spirits 2 : Prologue
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 78 reviews2024
    Dev: FHNBHJ
    Windows

    In this modern urban-themed RPG, you can collect 80+ different dragon spirits, experiment with skill setups, assemble teams, and devise strategies to build your dragon spirit squad. Adventure through the virtual spaces in Metapolis, and uncover the conspiracy behind it all.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 29.6%, JRPG 20.2%, Collectathon 17.8%, RPG 7.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7%

  55. #55 Koltera
    69% matchMostly Positive72% of 171 reviews2023
    Dev: Braymen
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 45.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Idle creature-collector, where you mine, train, breed, explore and more with your creatures. Discover all there is in the world of Koltera.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 36.3%, Collectathon 21.2%, RPG 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Cute 6.6%

  56. #56 EMUUROM
    65% matchVery Positive90% of 323 reviews2026
    Dev: borbwarePub: Coyote Time Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 33.9%, Nonlinear 19.3%, Retro 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Cute 5.4%

  57. #57 Stackmon
    66% matchMostly Positive76% of 420 reviews2026
    Dev: Riftpoint EntertainmentPub: Alibi Games
    Windows · Linux

    Stack, train and collect 100+ powerful Stackmon in this creature-collector with a card-stacking twist! Build your camp, challenge rival Scouts in combat and face the mysterious corruption spreading throughout your land.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 46.2%, Card Battler 23.8%, Cute 6.4%, Colorful 6.4%, Adventure 5.8%

  58. #58 Abomi Nation
    70% matchVery Positive83% of 139 reviews2021
    Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!

    Why similar: Creature Collector 55.1%, RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Cute 8.6%, Exploration 7.2%

  59. #59 EXCALIBURIAN!!
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 283 reviews2021
    Dev: Majd Rouhana
    Windows

    Gather companions, explore the world, ascend the throne!

    Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Nonlinear 19.5%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, Retro 8.3%

  60. #60 Another Star
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 61 reviews2015
    Dev: Vision Riders Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Another Star is a console-style RPG with a fast-paced battle system and a world that encourages players to explore and discover hidden areas as they lead their party on a journey across a fantasy world.

    Why similar: RPG 84.1%, Indie 15.9%

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