Games Like Arvale

Arevan is an adventure RPG with an original storyline, enjoyable features and interesting game play. Travel with Maurean as he makes his way through challenging puzzles, gut-wrenching monsters, and intriguing side quests.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.9% ★, RPG 25.2%, Indie 8.4%, Adventure 6.1%, Casual 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A very similar indie RPG that leans into the casual, quest-driven gameplay loop found in the seed game.

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: RPG 42.3%, Indie 13.4%, Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 11.5%, Story Rich 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic RPGMaker aesthetic while providing a deep, epic story that fans of traditional RPGs will appreciate.

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: RPG 36.3%, Story Rich 16.6%, Exploration 15.3%, Casual 11.6%, Adventure 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-quality, exploration-heavy RPGMaker experience that mirrors the charm and adventure of Arvale.

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 57% ★, RPG 20.4%, Indie 5.2%, Adventure 4.9%, Casual 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, casual RPGMaker title that emphasizes exploration and classic turn-based combat.

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: RPG 60.9%, Indie 16.7%, Adventure 10.4%, Story Rich 7.8%, Exploration 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a more polished, modern take on the turn-based combat and retro-inspired exploration found in Arvale.

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 50.7% ★, RPG 22.9%, Indie 8%, Adventure 6.4%, Story Rich 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a compelling, character-focused RPG experience with the classic overhead perspective and exploration mechanics.

Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!

Why similar: RPG 76.2%, Indie 20.2%, Adventure 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same humorous, self-aware tone and retro RPG sensibilities that make Arvale so enjoyable.

The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!

Why similar: RPG 75.2%, Indie 20.1%, Adventure 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A comedic, lighthearted take on the classic RPG formula that perfectly matches the tone of Arvale's dialogue.

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 71.5% ★, RPG 21.7%, Casual 2.2%, Indie 1.7%, Adventure 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, story-rich RPGMaker adventure that focuses on character development and classic fantasy tropes.

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: RPG 61.6%, Indie 13.7%, Adventure 11.8%, Story Rich 6.9%, Exploration 6%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a classic anime-inspired RPG experience that fits perfectly within the RPGMaker genre.

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 46.3% ★, RPG 39.4%, Indie 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game features refined turn-based combat and a strong narrative focus similar to the 20-hour quest structure of Arvale.

Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, and embark on a quest with Viktor as he makes new friends, experiences dreams, and discovers his destiny.

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.3% ★, RPG 20.1%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 7.1%, Casual 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, classic RPGMaker adventure that focuses on traditional questing and party-based combat.

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 54.4% ★, RPG 24.9%, Indie 8.5%, Adventure 4.8%, Casual 4%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a classic fantasy-adventure experience that aligns well with the casual RPG style of the seed game.

Discover a new world in this quirky RPG full of colorful characters - a story of love and madness filled with twists and surprises!

Why similar: RPGMaker 39.2% ★, RPG 28.7%, Adventure 11.2%, Indie 10.5%, Casual 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a casual, story-driven adventure that emphasizes exploration and simple RPG mechanics.

Arcane Vale is an action packed open-world RPG. Embark on an adventure to discover a long-lost treasure in a vast and dangerous world.

Why similar: RPG 51.5%, Adventure 19.6%, Exploration 15.5%, Indie 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure RPG offers a similar sense of discovery and questing in a vibrant, top-down world.

Conquer the ever changing dungeons of DarkEnd and save the fall of humanity! Choose your heroes and venture into a world filled with numerous treasures, mysterious secrets and discover a haunting past in this 10+ hours of retro 2D Dungeon-Crawling!

Why similar: RPGMaker 76.6% ★, RPG 17.8%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a more dungeon-crawler-focused experience for players who enjoyed the exploration aspects of Arvale.

Dethrone the Zodiacs, revive the Golden Age and purge the Heretics that swarm the galaxy as Virgo, the queen of Purity, in this unforgiving timed actions turn-based JRPG.

Why similar: RPG 53.8%, Indie 18.3%, Story Rich 17.5%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous and character-driven RPG that features unique mechanics while maintaining a lighthearted, adventurous spirit.

What happens when the fate of the world falls into the hands of the most irresponsible bubblehead to ever trip over royal birth? Play this 16-bit style old-school RPG and find out!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.9% ★, RPG 22.6%, Adventure 9%, Indie 8.2%, Casual 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, casual RPGMaker adventure that is easy to pick up and play for fans of the genre.

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Story Rich 32.4%, RPG 21.3%, Indie 18.9%, Adventure 13.4%, Exploration 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative RPGMaker game that provides a unique, memorable experience for those who appreciate the engine's potential.

One day, Jimmy looked inside.

Why similar: RPGMaker 55.8% ★, RPG 27.1%, Indie 8.9%, Story Rich 5.7%, Adventure 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: This quirky, humorous RPGMaker game offers a deep, imaginative world that rewards players who enjoy unconventional storytelling.

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 60.9% ★, RPG 19.3%, Indie 6.3%, Adventure 6%, Casual 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the core questing and exploration loops that define the classic RPGMaker experience.

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Story Rich 42.5%, Indie 23.9%, RPG 18.6%, Adventure 12.3%, Casual 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: While more narrative-focused, it is a quintessential RPGMaker experience that excels at emotional storytelling.

What happens when someone has no magic in a world where everyone has it? Play this quirky, colorful 16-bit style RPG and find out!

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.4% ★, RPG 25.8%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 9.4%, Casual 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, accessible RPGMaker title that provides a relaxing experience for fans of the genre.

Enter a bizarre and idiosyncratic world! Adventure into the unknown, and defeat horrid monsters! A story of Love, Loss, and the end of the Multiverse.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.4% ★, RPG 29.2%, Indie 10.4%, Adventure 10%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric RPGMaker game that offers a unique, slightly surreal take on the traditional adventure format.

Become an invincible hero with unlimited super powers on UNDEFEATED!

Why similar: Indie 100%

Why You'll Like It: A solid, classic-style RPGMaker game that captures the nostalgic feel of 2010s indie RPGs.

Find out what is ahead for Amelia and Roland, as they are headed to Odaro continent, in this new entry in the hit RPG series Last Heroes!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.7% ★, RPG 23.8%, Adventure 8.8%, Indie 8.4%, Casual 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A direct continuation of the classic questing formula that made the first game a good match for Arvale.

The Deal unravels the story of Cyrus, Myrella, Jonathan and Donna, while they traverse through the colorful continent of Carca, in a 10+ hours enthralling adventure!

Why similar: RPGMaker 61% ★, RPG 18.1%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 7.3%, Casual 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A short, indie adventure that incorporates RPG elements and casual gameplay in a way that complements the seed game.

You play as a young mercenary and travel from soul to soul to avenge your fiance and her family. While finding a way to change the flow of past events, you will encounter many obstacles and meet new allies. Will you be brave enough?

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.1% ★, RPG 31.2%, Indie 6.2%, Adventure 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends JRPG-style combat with the classic RPGMaker aesthetic for a familiar, satisfying experience.

A whole new side to the Ashes of Immortality saga! Defeat your enemies and complete sidequests in this compelling 16-bit saga inspired by Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest.

Why similar: RPGMaker 53.7% ★, RPG 24%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 7.3%, Casual 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A casual RPGMaker title that keeps the focus on simple, engaging quest progression.

Explore the lands of Sirenus Bay, God’s Garden, Whitebleak, Fort Ember, God Snare, and the mysterious Immortal’s Abyss. Are you brave enough for this adventure?

Why similar: RPGMaker 53.2% ★, RPG 24%, Indie 8.1%, Story Rich 5.7%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a traditional, casual RPG experience that fits perfectly into a collection of similar indie titles.

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 56.5% ★, RPG 19.4%, Indie 6.7%, Casual 5%, Exploration 4.4%

Become a young hero and travel from dungeon to dungeon to regain your lost memories. While fighting your way through, you will encounter characters from your past. It's your quest to figure out if they are friends or foes. But be careful anyone can betray you in the Dungeons of Betrayal.

Why similar: RPGMaker 62.5% ★, RPG 17.9%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 6.7%, Exploration 5.6%

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 50% ★, RPG 24.8%, Indie 7.8%, Story Rich 5%, Adventure 4.7%

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 48.6% ★, RPG 30%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 10.7%

Join Myra, a young witch, on a fantastic journey to save her best friend! 10 Playable Characters, 20 Side-Quests and 15 Secret Areas to discover!

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.6% ★, RPG 25.9%, Adventure 10.1%, Casual 9.3%, Indie 9.2%

Depart on a life-changing turn-based adventure to save the President!

Why similar: RPGMaker 65.7% ★, RPG 17.8%, Story Rich 8.8%, Adventure 6.8%, Indie 0.8%

Explore a new, larger world, full of secrets and hidden locations in this direct sequel to Shining Plume featuring 3 different endings!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.5% ★, RPG 22.9%, Adventure 8.8%, Casual 8.4%, Indie 8.4%

A tribute to a friend who has passed — and to the adventures we still need to live. A story-driven adventure about a young polyglot traversing mystical islands and using the power of words to confront his own fate and save a world tamed by darkness.

Why similar: RPG 32%, Story Rich 19.2%, Adventure 13.9%, Exploration 13.1%, Indie 13%

Five souls, brought together in a simple rescue mission, come to learn that they are more connected than they had believed. Classic RPG goodness and intriguing storyline with this RPG from Valkyria Studios.

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.6% ★, RPG 21%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 7.1%, Casual 6.5%

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: RPG 41.4%, Story Rich 21.6%, Exploration 14.1%, Adventure 12.9%, Casual 9.9%

Join Jade in her journey to master her powers and save her father! Jade is a regular girl living in a regular village until one day... it all changes.

Why similar: RPGMaker 55.4% ★, RPG 21.2%, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 7.8%, Casual 7.4%

Sidni Larkhearst lived a simple life, delivering messages for her village, until her home is attacked by vampires one night. To her horror, Sidni learns that Dracula, the most feared vampire of all time is hunting her. But why? Find out in this exciting 16-bit RPG from the "Valiant" team.

Why similar: RPGMaker 56.6% ★, RPG 20.7%, Adventure 6.1%, Indie 5.9%, Casual 5.8%

Heroes always win! But what happens to those who don't? Play as unique and colorful characters as the world comes to an end after our heroes' utter defeat.

Why similar: RPGMaker 67% ★, RPG 17.7%, Indie 5.4%, Adventure 5.2%, Casual 4.7%

The final episode in the Ashes of Immortality saga! Find out what happens to Orlok and Simona, heroes of the series, in this enthralling 16-bit style RPG full of colorful characters.

Why similar: RPGMaker 33.8% ★, RPG 32.6%, Adventure 11.3%, Indie 11.2%, Casual 11.1%

Shining Plume is a tale filled with adventure, joy, sorrow, friendship and love, from Warfare Studios (Vagrant Hearts, Valiant: Resurrection).

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.8% ★, RPG 18.3%, Adventure 6.7%, Casual 6.7%, Indie 6.4%

In this 16-bit style RPG, Gallow and Liza are two teenagers gifted with great powers, and that destiny seems to persist in keeping away from each other, however their feelings drive them close. Can the two of them have what it takes to preserve the world from the rise of the Blight?

Why similar: RPGMaker 55.2% ★, RPG 22.8%, Adventure 7.6%, Indie 7.3%, Casual 7.2%

Mondealy is about you building relationships and exploring the world. An ordinary guy from an ordinary town on an ordinary day uncovers the secrets of an extraordinary underground kingdom located under his home. Your adventure begins!

Why similar: RPG 36.7%, Story Rich 24.2%, Exploration 13.5%, Adventure 13.5%, Casual 12.1%

Black River is a Survival-Horror RPG worth 3-5 hours of intense gameplay where you ultimately have to turn the table on those who want to harm you. It is not about escaping the village of Black River, it's about putting an end to its misery!

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.3% ★, RPG 20.1%, Casual 7.8%, Adventure 7.4%, Indie 7.3%

Undefeated's devs are back with a bigger, better tale of a man seeking revenge for the cruel murders of his wife and son. Can Jerrat achieve his aim without ceasing to be the man his wife loved? Find out in this great 16-bit style RPG, where the tale of a common man intertwines with the destiny of a nation.

Why similar: RPGMaker 62.1% ★, RPG 18.1%, Indie 6.2%, Adventure 5.9%, Casual 5.8%

White Pearl is a classic-like 2D RPG journey told over a large main cast with several villains. Replete with content, in-depth combat, unique equipment system, as well as a deep story to uncover. With their destinies already written, will calamity be prevented a fifth time?

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.6% ★, RPG 21.8%, Indie 8.2%, Adventure 8%, Story Rich 4.4%

Freedom Cry is a 16-bit style RPG made by the same team behind Valiant, Vagrant Hearts and Ashes of Immortality. A must-have for retro RPG fans with a focus on storyline and characters.

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.5% ★, RPG 25.6%, Adventure 9.7%, Indie 9.6%, Casual 8.7%

In this extensive old-school RPG, explore countless unique places, defeat tons of enemies and complete richly developed quests. The game features addictive gameplay and an adventure worth about 40H of playtime.

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.7% ★, RPG 21.9%, Indie 5.9%, Adventure 5.3%, Exploration 3.2%

Get the final episode in the Fated Souls series! Cut bushes, jump, kick, push stones, solve logic puzzles and more!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.7% ★, RPG 23%, Adventure 9.2%, Indie 8.4%, Casual 7.7%

Laughs and legends await you! Join Yorda, the country bumpkin with hopes of heroism, on a light-hearted romp through the land! Fight demons, gain friends, and yuk it up in this parody of classic RPGs!

Why similar: RPG 44.5%, RPGMaker 37.2% ★, Adventure 18.3%

This is a story puzzle RPG. Lead the Main character Hiber, who woke up from the snowstorm with no memory, on a journey home to find his memories, stop the snowstorm in this city, and the farewell and parting with the important thing——

Why similar: RPGMaker 55.3% ★, RPG 17.8%, Story Rich 8%, Adventure 7%, Exploration 6.4%

Pluralys is an RPG focused on exploration, comedy and intrigue. You play Elie, a young person living a peaceful life, until unexpected visitors arrive and change everything. What seems like a quiet, cozy story hides a deeper mystery and many other adventures to discover.

Why similar: RPG 23.1%, Story Rich 21.2%, Adventure 16.5%, Exploration 16%, Casual 13.8%

Enjoy pure 16-bit RPG goodness! Scarllet and Beatrice are two close sisters. One of them has the gift of healing, the more she knows about her gift the more she realizes how big her responsibility is. Features party splitting, beautiful artworks and an intricate storyline.

Why similar: RPGMaker 56.3% ★, RPG 22.5%, Indie 7.8%, Adventure 6.3%, Casual 4%

Join the crew of the Alpha Omega Company in a journey through science fiction and fantasy, as secrets lie beyond the reality you've always known. Prevent a war, abolish pollution and rewrite history in the very fabric of the world's past!

Why similar: RPGMaker 67.2% ★, RPG 16.4%, Casual 5.6%, Adventure 5.4%, Indie 5.4%

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 68.6% ★, RPG 14.7%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 5.6%, Casual 5.2%

Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, with the epic finale of the Last Heroes saga!

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.1% ★, RPG 18.1%, Adventure 7.5%, Indie 6.9%, Casual 6.3%