- #1 Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
97% matchVery Positive90% of 983 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 24.4%, RPG 14.4%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Anime 7.4%, Turn-Based 5.5%
- #2 Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX
96% matchVery Positive91% of 405 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 40.7 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 24.3%, RPG 17.1%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Anime 6.2%, Turn-Based 5.5%
- #3 Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
96% matchVery Positive94% of 2,529 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.5 hrsMean: 64.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.
Why similar: JRPG 19.7%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, RPG 10.3%, Crafting 8.3%, Turn-Based 7.8%
- #4 Atelier Totori ~The Adventurer of Arland~ DX
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 375 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 57.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The second release in the Arland series. In a search for her missing mother, Totori tours the world of Arland as an adventurer accompanied by her friends. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to fulfil requests, raise her rank as an adventurer and venture into brand new lands.
Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, RPG 10.5%, Crafting 8.5%, Anime 7.2%
- #5 Atelier Meruru ~The Apprentice of Arland~ DX
94% matchVery Positive95% of 319 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 77.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Third release in the Arland series. Princess of the small frontier country of Arls, Meruru plans to use alchemy to stimulate the growth of her small country. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to increase the population within the time limit and boost the advancement of the kingdom.
Why similar: RPG 24.7%, JRPG 18.4%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Anime 7%
- #6 Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX
93% matchVery Positive92% of 534 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 44.9 hrs≥1hr: 71%
"The promise begins." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 1st title in the series "Atelier Ayesha" is now available as a deluxe version.
Why similar: RPG 37.1%, JRPG 18.6%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Anime 6.4%, Crafting 4.5%
- #7 Atelier Lulua ~The Scion of Arland~
92% matchVery Positive90% of 587 reviews2019
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 79.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The long awaited 4th installment of the popular "Arland" series that had begun with the "Atelier Rorona"! In this new story, players will revisit the nostalgic world of Arland and embark on exciting journey of alchemy together with Rorona's daughter, Lulua.
Why similar: JRPG 25.7%, RPG 16.7%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Anime 10.6%, Crafting 7.6%
- #8 Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ DX
91% matchVery Positive92% of 700 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
First release in the Arland series. The main character Rorona must save her Atelier from being closed by the Kingdom. Using Synthesis, Exploration, and Battle, gain recognition for the Atelier and save it from being closed.
Why similar: JRPG 25.5%, RPG 18.8%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Crafting 8.4%, Anime 7.4%
- #9 Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea DX
91% matchVery Positive89% of 258 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 58.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
"A story of two girls fulfilling their wishes." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 3rd title in the series "Atelier Shallie" is now available as a deluxe version.
Why similar: RPG 38.4%, JRPG 14.2%, Female Protagonist 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 6%, Anime 5.1%
- #10 Atelier Escha & Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky DX
89% matchVery Positive90% of 375 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 56.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
"The promise is entrusted to two alchemists..." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters.
Why similar: RPG 34.9%, JRPG 16.9%, Anime 6.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%, Turn-Based 4.4%
- #11 Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg
86% matchVery Positive89% of 385 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
It's not about saving the world. In this "leisure adventure RPG," failing student Marie pursues alchemy, adventures, and quests while aiming to graduate in five years. "Atelier Marie," the origin of the Atelier series, has been remade with new elements!
Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, RPG 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Crafting 6.7%, Anime 6.3%
- #12 Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey / フィリスのアトリエ ~不思議な旅の錬金術士~
88% matchVery Positive83% of 613 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 32.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The second entry in the 'Mysterious' saga follows the adventures of the enthusiastic Firis Mistlud and her loving older sister Liane Mistlud. The sisters have lived their entire lives in the isolated town of Ertona, where Firis uses her unique ability to see where crystals of materials are buried.
Why similar: JRPG 28.7%, RPG 19.7%, Anime 12.1%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Crafting 9.3%
- #13 Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout DX
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 269 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
This DX edition includes new stories, playable characters(Agatha, Kilo, and Romy), and features that have been added to "Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout.
Why similar: JRPG 17.6%, RPG 10.8%, Turn-Based 9.5%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Crafting 9.3%
- #14 WitchSpring R
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,785 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 21.1 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 23%, RPG 15.5%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Cute 10.8%, Crafting 8.4%
- #15 Nelke & the Legendary Alchemists ~Ateliers of the New World~
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 281 reviews2019
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 233.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Atelier 20th Anniversary Title An Atelier town built together with legendary alchemists. This title aims to combine the “slice-of-life” atmosphere of living in a town and collaborating with various characters and the exaltation that comes from successfully governing a town and expanding your world.
Why similar: JRPG 21.5%, RPG 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 8.6%, Turn-Based 8%
- #16 Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
84% matchMixed64% of 3,130 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.
Why similar: JRPG 25.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, RPG 11%, Collectathon 10.2%, Anime 8.7%
- #17 Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key DX
82% matchVery Positive90% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
This edition includes new stories, playable characters (Clifford, Serri, and Kilo), and features that have been added to "Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key."
Why similar: JRPG 18.3%, RPG 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Turn-Based 9.5%, Crafting 9.3%
- #18 Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian
82% matchVery Positive91% of 857 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The story of two protagonists as they rebuild their hometown and seek the hidden truth. Engage in timeline-based command battles and enjoy the easy-to-learn yet deeply engaging synthesis. Plus, take on shop management, explore random dungeons, and more!
Why similar: JRPG 31.2%, RPG 18.5%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Anime 10.3%, Exploration 6%
- #19 Atelier Lydie & Suelle ~The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings~
84% matchVery Positive92% of 546 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 146.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
"Lydie and Sue are twin sisters who live in the Kingdom of Adalet, and they aim to make their atelier the best atelier in the kingdom. One day, they discover a certain Mysterious Painting that will eventually become the very key to realizing their dream... A new Mysterious story to mark the 20th anniversary of the Atelier series!
Why similar: JRPG 29.9%, RPG 23.5%, Anime 12.4%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Crafting 6.3%
- #20 Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy DX
81% matchVery Positive89% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
This edition includes new stories, playable characters (Empel, Lila), and features that have been added to "Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy."
Why similar: JRPG 18.9%, RPG 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Turn-Based 9.4%, Crafting 9.1%
- #21 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
79% matchVery Positive94% of 15,937 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.
Why similar: JRPG 33.5%, RPG 19%, Turn-Based 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%, Anime 5.5%
- #22 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
80% matchVery Positive81% of 1,985 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 39.6%, RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Cute 6.1%, Fantasy 4.9%
- #23 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
79% matchVery Positive91% of 3,137 reviews2020
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.7 hrsMean: 68.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Why similar: RPG 32.2%, JRPG 29.5%, Turn-Based 11%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Anime 8.6%
- #24 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,212 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 14.4 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 35%, RPG 13.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Anime 7.9%
- #25 Syrup 2: Candy Alchemy RPG
76% matchVery Positive100% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: NomnomNami
Windows · Mac · Linux
Syrup the Candy Alchemist is looking to expand the variety of delicious candies offered at her store, Atelier Sweets! Travel around the world with friends, collecting rare ingredients and battling adorable monsters along the way.
Why similar: JRPG 29.2%, RPG 16.2%, Crafting 13.2%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Lore-Rich 6.4%
- #26 BLUE REFLECTION: Second Light
77% matchVery Positive82% of 1,091 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 53.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
“As the last summer day fades, all is illuminated.” With gorgeous translucent designs by Mel Kishida, as well as a story that depicts the youth of lifelike girls, based on a theme of human identity and bonding, a new title in the BLUE REFLECTION series is here!
Why similar: JRPG 28.9%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, RPG 13.7%, Anime 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%
- #27 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
77% matchVery Positive93% of 3,057 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 38.6 hrsMean: 55.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Civil war has broken out across Erebonia. After his narrow escape from Trista, Rean will take up his sword again on a journey with his Divine Knight, Valimar, in search of his friends from Class VII and a way to end the conflict before its price becomes far too dear...
Why similar: JRPG 38.1%, RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, Anime 10.5%
- #28 BLUE REFLECTION
78% matchVery Positive80% of 1,469 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 90.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A clear summer sky spreads over the Hoshinomiya Girls' High School. This story begins with the belated start of school life for Hinako Shirai, who has just recovered from a leg injury due to a tragic accident. The magical sisters Yuzu and Lime bestowed to her a special power to become a "Reflector".
Why similar: JRPG 24.6%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, RPG 11.5%, Lore-Rich 7.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #29 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
75% matchVery Positive93% of 11,475 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.
Why similar: JRPG 43.6%, RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Story Rich 4.7%, Crafting 4.5%
- #30 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
76% matchVery Positive95% of 5,775 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 50.7 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 37.7%, RPG 14.7%, Anime 11.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Turn-Based 9.8%
- #31 Rune Factory 4 Special
75% matchVery Positive89% of 2,234 reviews2021
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!
Why similar: RPG 32.1%, Anime 17%, Crafting 13.1%, Fantasy 10.8%, JRPG 10.3%
- #32 Trials of Mana
74% matchVery Positive91% of 5,646 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: RPG 46.3%, JRPG 28.1%, Anime 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.4%, Female Protagonist 4.3%
- #33 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
74% matchVery Positive86% of 16,380 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 47.1 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 37.5%, RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%
- #34 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
73% matchVery Positive91% of 2,419 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.0 hrsMean: 74.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!
Why similar: JRPG 30%, RPG 28.2%, Turn-Based 11.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Anime 9.6%
- #35 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
73% matchVery Positive94% of 10,221 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 40.1%, RPG 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Turn-Based 9%, Anime 8.7%
- #36 Sora no Kiseki the 1st
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,353 reviews2025
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 25.0 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Kiseki series, a story-driven RPG that began in 2004, the landmark first installment, The Legend of Heroes: Sora no Kiseki FC (First Chapter), is receiving a full remake!
Why similar: JRPG 37.3%, RPG 21.3%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Anime 9.9%, Cute 7.1%
- #37 Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded-
72% matchVery Positive93% of 1,829 reviews2018
Dev: AQUASTYLE
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 63.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 35.6%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Anime 12.8%, JRPG 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%
- #38 FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
71% matchVery Positive89% of 9,584 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 50.1 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 40.1%, RPG 26.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.2%, Fantasy 6.2%, Story Rich 3.8%
- #39 Märchen Forest
72% matchVery Positive81% of 383 reviews2021
Dev: PrimaryOrbitPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.
Why similar: RPG 28.9%, JRPG 20.8%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Cute 9.5%, Anime 8.9%
- #40 LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,681 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 43.6 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 32.6%, RPG 19.1%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Great Soundtrack 12%, Fantasy 6.1%
- #41 Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered
71% matchVery Positive85% of 370 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- returns as a stunning remastered edition, with new gameplay elements and quality of life features! Get ready for an even deeper story and an even more thrilling adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 31.2%, RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%
- #42 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1
70% matchVery Positive94% of 12,198 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 33.6%, Anime 16.4%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based 7.1%
- #43 The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki Ⅱ -CRIMSON SiN-
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 959 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 49.6 hrsMean: 50.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Witness the sins spun by jet-black and crimson-- The Kiseki saga is finally here! Kuro no Kiseki II is loaded with unique content, including a variety of new challenges throughout the Republic of Calvard.
Why similar: JRPG 36.1%, RPG 20.5%, Anime 10.6%, Cute 7.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%
- #44 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,032 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.6 hrsMean: 63.5 hrs≥1hr: 98%
The Special Support Section is back with more members and more cases to solve! How will this rag-tag group deal with the oncoming threats to Crossbell’s political stability while maintaining their team’s foundation?
Why similar: JRPG 40%, RPG 24%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Anime 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 7%
- #45 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation
69% 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 31.3%, Anime 15.9%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based 6.9%
- #46 Cris Tales
70% matchMixed65% of 535 reviews2021
Dev: Dreams UncorporatedPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs with a new perspective. Peer into the past, act in the present, and watch as your choices dynamically change the future -- all on one screen as you play!
Why similar: JRPG 26.1%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, Anime 8.1%
- #47 Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift [Legacy ver.]
70% matchVery Positive83% of 407 reviews2018
Dev: PrimaryOrbitPub: KOHACHI STUDIO Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Freely roam a fully 3D-rendered mystical forest together with Mylne, a young girl employed at a magical apothecary shop!
Why similar: JRPG 26.6%, RPG 25.5%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Anime 11.4%, Cute 11.1%
- #48 FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2
71% matchMixed58% of 6,164 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 32.2 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 37.6%, RPG 14.5%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Anime 5.9%
- #49 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation
68% matchVery Positive92% of 3,320 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 61.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gamindustri has been taken over by a new threat, and the CPUs are nowhere to be found! It’s now up to their younger sisters to step into the spotlight and save the day in this hilarious, deeply customizable JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 29.8%, Anime 14.2%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based 9.4%
- #50 Riviera: The Promised Land
66% matchVery Positive89% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Sting
Windows
The long-awaited "Riviera: The Promised Land" is back with many added features for easier play! The story unfolds like flipping through a picture book with various variations of music color the adventure. Let's set out on the journey to protect Riviera from the devastation of the "The Retribution."
Why similar: JRPG 31.7%, RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based 12%, Anime 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 6.3%
- #51 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
67% matchVery Positive90% of 6,836 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.
Why similar: JRPG 40%, RPG 26.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Anime 11.1%, Story Rich 2.9%
- #52 Megadimension Neptunia VII
67% matchVery Positive94% of 3,247 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 101.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
New challengers are taking control of Gamindustri, and Neptune's nowhere in sight. Now she’s gotta help a mysterious stranger fight a colossal new evil, reclaim her Goddess title, and find some time for pudding! Go next gen with Giant Battles and multi-worlds in this JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 30.6%, Anime 14.4%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based 9.2%
- #53 Shining Resonance Refrain
69% matchMixed70% of 1,340 reviews2018
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Play as Yuma Ilvern and stop the Empire from exploiting the power of the ancient dragons, including the soul of the Shining Dragon within you. With the help of your friends, realize your destiny, save Astoria, and unleash the strength you’ve always had locked away.
Why similar: JRPG 38.5%, RPG 23.3%, Anime 15.1%, Female Protagonist 5.5%, Adventure 4.9%
- #54 WitchSpring3 Re:Fine - The Story of Eirudy -
66% matchVery Positive93% of 1,256 reviews2021
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 29.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Choose fate. Choose story. The fate of the witches is in your hands.
Why similar: RPG 26.4%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, JRPG 16.7%, Emotional 9.8%, Cute 8.4%
- #55 Potions: A Curious Tale
65% matchVery Positive91% of 385 reviews2024
Dev: Stumbling Cat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Potions: A Curious Tale is an adventure & crafting game where wit is your greatest weapon and combat is not always the answer. Play as Luna, a young witch who overcomes obstacles with the potions she brews, as she gathers items from enchanted lands and conquers devious puzzles on her quest.
Why similar: RPG 23.1%, Crafting 20.3%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Cute 10.9%, Collectathon 7%