- #1 Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ DX
97% matchVery Positive92% of 722 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 49.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: RPG 26.9%, JRPG 20.9%, Female Protagonist 10%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Anime 8.3%
- #2 Atelier Totori ~The Adventurer of Arland~ DX
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 383 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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 17.3%, RPG 15.9%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Anime 8.5%, Crafting 8.5%
- #3 Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX
96% matchVery Positive92% of 540 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 44.7 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 49.6%, JRPG 14.3%, Anime 6.7%, Female Protagonist 5.6%, Crafting 4%
- #4 Atelier Lulua ~The Scion of Arland~
95% matchVery Positive90% of 595 reviews2019
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 78.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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: RPG 24.2%, JRPG 21.2%, Anime 11.9%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%
- #5 Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
94% matchVery Positive90% of 1,003 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 30.9 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: RPG 21.5%, JRPG 20.8%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Anime 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%
- #6 Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey DX
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 471 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Firis" is the 2nd instalment: after Firis encounters alchemy and is able to leave town, she is taken on a magical journey that has no limits.
Why similar: RPG 24.7%, JRPG 18.4%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Anime 7%
- #7 Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX
93% matchVery Positive92% of 413 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 40.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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: RPG 24.8%, JRPG 20.3%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Anime 7.1%
- #8 Atelier Shallie: Alchemists of the Dusk Sea DX
92% matchVery Positive89% of 263 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 56.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
"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 49.5%, JRPG 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Anime 5.1%, Female Protagonist 4.8%
- #9 Atelier Escha & Logy: Alchemists of the Dusk Sky DX
91% matchVery Positive90% of 380 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 56.0 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 45.6%, JRPG 12.7%, Anime 6.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Turn-Based 4%
- #10 Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
90% matchVery Positive94% of 2,547 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.5 hrsMean: 63.9 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 17.3%, RPG 15.9%, Anime 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Crafting 8.4%
- #11 Nelke & the Legendary Alchemists ~Ateliers of the New World~
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 283 reviews2019
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 230.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 18.9%, RPG 18.8%, Anime 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Turn-Based 8.4%
- #12 Atelier Lydie & Suelle ~The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings~
88% matchVery Positive92% of 546 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 144.8 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: RPG 32.6%, JRPG 23.9%, Anime 13.5%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 8%
- #13 Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg
86% matchVery Positive89% of 391 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 22.9%, RPG 22.7%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Anime 7.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%
- #14 Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
85% matchMixed64% of 3,184 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 26.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
"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 22.1%, RPG 16.7%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Anime 10.3%, Collectathon 9.6%
- #15 Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian
84% matchVery Positive91% of 892 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: RPG 27.2%, JRPG 27%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Anime 11.9%, Exploration 5.6%
- #16 Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout DX
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 288 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: RPG 16.2%, JRPG 15.5%, Turn-Based 9.8%, Crafting 9.1%, Collectathon 8.3%
- #17 WitchSpring R
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,906 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 25.1 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: RPG 23.9%, JRPG 20.6%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Crafting 8.4%, Anime 8.2%
- #18 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~
84% matchVery Positive83% of 613 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 33.4 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: RPG 27.7%, JRPG 23.2%, Anime 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #19 Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key DX
81% matchVery Positive90% of 129 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: RPG 16.5%, JRPG 16%, Turn-Based 9.9%, Crafting 9.2%, Collectathon 8.2%
- #20 Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy DX
81% matchVery Positive90% of 132 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 16.6%, RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based 9.8%, Crafting 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #21 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
80% matchVery Positive91% of 3,187 reviews2020
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 49.6 hrsMean: 68.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 40.7%, JRPG 21.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, Turn-Based 9.7%, Anime 8.6%
- #22 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
79% matchVery Positive95% of 5,834 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 15.8 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 30.1%, RPG 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 15.4%, Anime 12.1%, Turn-Based 9.4%
- #23 Trials of Mana
78% matchVery Positive91% of 5,695 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 57.2%, JRPG 20%, Anime 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Female Protagonist 3%
- #24 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
79% matchVery Positive81% of 2,026 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 25.6 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 33.4%, RPG 30.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Anime 3.6%
- #25 Syrup 2: Candy Alchemy RPG
77% matchVery Positive100% of 92 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 25.7%, RPG 24.8%, Crafting 13.3%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Anime 6.1%
- #26 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation
77% matchVery Positive94% of 3,518 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 79.4 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 27.5%, RPG 19.8%, Anime 19%, Female Protagonist 12%, Turn-Based 7.2%
- #27 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
76% matchVery Positive93% of 3,109 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 40.2 hrsMean: 56.2 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 29.7%, RPG 21.9%, Great Soundtrack 17.2%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Anime 11.1%
- #28 Shining Resonance Refrain
78% matchMixed69% of 1,355 reviews2018
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 14.9 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: RPG 32.5%, JRPG 31%, Anime 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Female Protagonist 4.2%
- #29 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
75% matchVery Positive91% of 2,458 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.9 hrsMean: 72.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: RPG 36.4%, JRPG 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 13.3%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Anime 9.7%
- #30 WitchSpring3 Re:Fine - The Story of Eirudy -
74% matchVery Positive93% of 1,266 reviews2021
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Choose fate. Choose story. The fate of the witches is in your hands.
Why similar: RPG 39%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, JRPG 14.2%, Emotional 8.8%, Fantasy 5%
- #31 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,279 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 40.6 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 28.5%, RPG 18.6%, Great Soundtrack 17%, Anime 8.7%, Female Protagonist 8.2%
- #32 BLUE REFLECTION
76% matchVery Positive80% of 1,474 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 89.8 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 21.8%, RPG 17.8%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Anime 8.6%, Lore-Rich 7.3%
- #33 Märchen Forest
74% matchVery Positive81% of 391 reviews2021
Dev: PrimaryOrbitPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.
Why similar: RPG 41.8%, JRPG 17.5%, Female Protagonist 11%, Anime 10.2%, Cute 5.2%
- #34 Helen's Mysterious Castle
73% matchVery Positive93% of 918 reviews2016
Dev: SatsuPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: RPG 28.3%, JRPG 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 15%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Anime 11.3%
- #35 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd
73% matchVery Positive95% of 2,500 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.
Why similar: JRPG 27%, RPG 23.8%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Anime 9.4%
- #36 Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess
72% matchVery Positive87% of 63 reviews2023
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Join Kururu on her journey to find true love and experience the charm of Rhapsody II's storybook adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 32.8%, RPG 32.8%, Anime 14.1%, Female Protagonist 5.6%, Colorful 4%
- #37 Little Rocket Lab
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,252 reviews2025
Dev: Teenage AstronautsPub: No More Robots
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Transform your childhood home as you build brilliant factories and forge lifelong friendships, then reach for the skies and finally finish your family's dream - your mother's precious rocket ship. Roll up your sleeves, it turns out that saving this town really IS rocket science!
Why similar: RPG 40.5%, Crafting 21.7%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Cute 5.1%, Story Rich 4.1%
- #38 Magical Princess
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,984 reviews2026
Dev: Neotro Inc.Pub: MAGI Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Raise your daughter while she attends a magical academy. Choose which classes she attends, jobs she does, training she undergoes, and more in a character raising sim packed full of story and over 50 endings to reach. How she grows up to be the world's cutest princess depends on you!
Why similar: RPG 33.6%, Anime 19%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8%, Cute 5.1%
- #39 Märchen Forest: Mylne and the Forest Gift [Legacy ver.]
73% 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: RPG 37.9%, JRPG 22.7%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Anime 13.3%, Cute 6.2%
- #40 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,076 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 52.7 hrsMean: 62.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
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: RPG 32.4%, JRPG 31%, Anime 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
- #41 Superdimension Neptune VS Sega Hard Girls
72% matchVery Positive92% of 1,003 reviews2017
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 113.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A collaboration project between ASCII Media Works’ Dengeki Bunko and SEGA, the Sega Hard Girls are made up of various Sega consoles, including the Dreamcast, Sega Saturn, and Mega Drive! These anthropomorphized consoles are girls with an array of personalities and spunk, and this time they are teaming up with Neptune and IF for an...
Why similar: RPG 45.7%, JRPG 19.8%, Anime 11.9%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Turn-Based 5.1%
- #42 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation
71% matchVery Positive92% of 3,334 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 61.8 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 26.2%, RPG 19.7%, Anime 17.1%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Turn-Based 9.9%
- #43 Megadimension Neptunia VII
71% matchVery Positive94% of 3,249 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 102.1 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 27.1%, RPG 18.7%, Anime 17.3%, Female Protagonist 12%, Turn-Based 9.7%
- #44 BLUE REFLECTION: Second Light
71% matchVery Positive82% of 1,096 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 53.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
“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 25.5%, RPG 21%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Anime 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%
- #45 Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded-
70% matchVery Positive93% of 1,832 reviews2018
Dev: AQUASTYLE
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 65.0 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 46.3%, Anime 13%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, JRPG 7.2%
- #46 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
70% matchVery Positive90% of 6,911 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: RPG 34.8%, JRPG 30.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, Anime 11.4%, Story Rich 2.4%
- #47 The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,503 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 39.9 hrsMean: 45.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
When Lloyd Bannings is assigned to Crossbell's Special Support Section, he and his new teammates must prove themselves as they fight to overcome the injustice of a city gripped by corruption.
Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, RPG 28.7%, Great Soundtrack 15.5%, Anime 12%, Turn-Based Combat 10%
- #48 Eternal Radiance
70% matchVery Positive84% of 472 reviews2020
Dev: Visualnoveler
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Eternal Radiance is an action role-playing game about a squire named Celeste who begins a journey to prove herself worthy of becoming a true knight.
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, JRPG 15.7%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Anime 12.5%, Adventure 5.2%
- #49 HARVESTELLA
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,502 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
HARVESTELLA, an all-new life-simulation RPG from SQUARE ENIX! Lead a life of self-sufficiency with your vibrant house as a base and cooperate with allies to overcome various threats.
Why similar: JRPG 38.7%, RPG 35.5%, Exploration 6.5%, Story Rich 4.4%, Fantasy 3.7%
- #50 The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie
66% matchVery Positive94% of 1,167 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 72.9 hrsMean: 85.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Three different legends are about to unfold! Determine the fates of Rean Schwarzer, Lloyd Bannings, and the mysterious “C” in this climactic chapter of The Legend of Heroes series.
Why similar: RPG 36.9%, JRPG 29.2%, Anime 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%
- #51 The Caligula Effect 2
66% matchVery Positive92% of 450 reviews2022
Dev: historia Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Redo is a world without sorrow created by the virtuadoll Regret. Virtuadoll songs give Redo residents respite from their struggles. Our protagonists discover the truth and form the Go-Home Club to return to reality. Make your way home with companions bearing heavy burdens in this school-themed RPG.
Why similar: RPG 38.9%, JRPG 31.5%, Anime 15.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%, Female Protagonist 3.3%
- #52 The Caligula Effect: Overdose
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 615 reviews2019
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Mobius. An idyllic world that lets people forget about the pain and problems of reality. Created by a sentient vocaloid program, μ (Mu), reality and fantasy have become blurred, allowing people to relive their high school years in bliss -- but just how real is a virtual happiness?
Why similar: RPG 26%, JRPG 23.6%, Great Soundtrack 18.1%, Anime 12%, Turn-Based 9.2%
- #53 Potions: A Curious Tale
65% matchVery Positive91% of 386 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 31%, Crafting 18.2%, Female Protagonist 13%, Collectathon 8.9%, Cute 5.7%
- #54 Labyrinth of Touhou Tri -The Dreaming Girls & The Mysterious Orbs-
63% matchVery Positive83% of 606 reviews2026
Dev: Nise-Eikoku Studio
Windows
The girls of Gensokyo weave together a DRPG with not-so-easy boss fights! Form a party of 12 allies out of a pool of 40+, and create with 1000+ skills to choose from! Hack, slash, and grow stronger, then make builds (or counter-builds!) to take down powerful bosses awaiting you in the dungeons!
Why similar: JRPG 29.2%, RPG 27.2%, Crafting 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, Anime 7.7%
- #55 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
62% matchVery Positive88% of 3,514 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 16.4 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.
Why similar: RPG 29.4%, JRPG 28.3%, Anime 13%, Crafting 9%, Lore-Rich 5.7%