- #1 Limbus Company
97% matchVery Positive88% of 119,855 reviews2023
Dev: ProjectMoon
Windows
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 229.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25%, Story Rich 22.4%, Anime 19.4%, PvE 13.2%, RPG 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: Matches the dark, lore-heavy urban fantasy and tactical combat style perfectly.
- #2 Girls' Frontline
96% matchVery Positive86% of 853 reviews2025
Dev: SUNBORN Information Co., Ltd.Pub: Darkwinter Software Limited
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 61%
As a Commander for Griffin & Kryuger PMC. Navigate faction power struggles, deploy forces strategically, and work to restore order in a war-torn world.
Why similar: Anime 34.7%, Visual Novel 27.5%, RPG 21.9%, Story Rich 14.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the tactical, squad-based deployment and military-anime aesthetic.
- #3 Reverse: 1999
96% matchVery Positive93% of 5,242 reviews2024
Dev: BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 52.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Why similar: Anime 27%, Visual Novel 25.5%, Story Rich 16.9%, RPG 16.4%, 2D 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a similarly polished, story-rich experience with unique turn-based mechanics.
- #4 Sword of Convallaria
95% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,863 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 69.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.
Why similar: JRPG 58.9%, Anime 17.2%, RPG 11.8%, Story Rich 10.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical grid-based combat with a strong narrative focus.
- #5 Punishing: Gray Raven
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,643 reviews2026
Dev: KURO GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
As the commandant of the Gray Raven squad, you must assemble the most powerful Construct soldiers ever created and lead them into battle. Uncover the dark truths behind the Punishing Virus, push back the Corrupted, and reclaim Earth in this stylish, high-octane action RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 29.8%, Anime 23.7%, Post-apocalyptic 17.6%, RPG 11.9%, Story Rich 9%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers high-octane, sci-fi action with a deep, dark narrative.
- #6 Blue Archive
93% matchMixed67% of 28,169 reviews2025
Dev: NEXON GamesPub: NEXON Korea
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 95.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
An action anime RPG adventure!
Why similar: Anime 52.8%, RPG 16.5%, Story Rich 16.1%, PvE 8%, PvP 5%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the character-focused, strategic deployment and lighthearted anime charm.
- #7 Wuthering Waves
92% matchVery Positive88% of 56,442 reviews2025
Dev: KURO GAMES
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 78.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Why similar: Anime 45.7%, Post-apocalyptic 19.8%, Story Rich 16.7%, RPG 15%, Singleplayer 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a high-fidelity, anime-styled open-world experience with fluid combat.
- #8 Brave Nine
91% matchMixed70% of 458 reviews2023
Dev: Valiant
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 29.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Brave Nine is a strategic turn-based battle game featuring over 300 unique Mercenaries presented in stunning artwork. Create your own unique formations, challenge other Captains and engage in decisive combat in tons of modes.
Why similar: Anime 25.2%, PvP 16.8%, PvE 16.5%, Story Rich 13.2%, Female Protagonist 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on complex, grid-based tactical team building and strategy.
- #9 Zold:out
91% matchMixed69% of 331 reviews2023
Dev: C4cat Entertainment limited
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Zold:out is a semi-turn-based tactical RPG combined with deck building. You will use multiple weapons in one turn to challenge powerful enemies in a non-grid battlefield. Recruit clerks, forge weapons, and save the world with your strategy and creativity!
Why similar: JRPG 57.6%, Anime 26.1%, RPG 13.9%, Singleplayer 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical turn-based combat with a focus on character-based weapon systems.
- #10 Affogato
90% matchVery Positive83% of 1,143 reviews2023
Dev: Befun StudioPub: Spiral Up Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Affogato is a RPG featuring a unique 'reverse tower defense' mechanic. Play as a sorceress managing a café in Arorua. Meet customers from all walks of life, hear their stories and travel into their minds to help them defeat their inner demons. Experience a city life that exudes magic and excitement.
Why similar: JRPG 31%, Tower Defense 20.5%, Anime 16.7%, Cartoon 11.1%, Female Protagonist 11%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique blend of tower defense mechanics and story-driven urban fantasy.
- #11 GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM
89% matchMixed70% of 3,300 reviews2025
Dev: SUNBORN Information Co., Ltd.Pub: Darkwinter Software Limited
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 85.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Continuing the legacy of the Girls' Frontline world, this all-new adventure casts you as the Commander, challenging you to lead your squad of Tactical Dolls deep into perilous contamination zones and overcome enemies with tactical prowess.
Why similar: Anime 42.9%, RPG 18.7%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Story Rich 11.3%, Female Protagonist 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on the tactical squad-based combat with modern 3D visuals.
- #12 Soulworker
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 10,730 reviews2021
Dev: VALOFEPub: G・O・P
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 59.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Fierce emotions help fuel SoulWorkers to save the world from the devastated scene of a post-apocalyptic world. In a world where only dark devastation reigns – you are the only SoulWorker to come to the rescue.
Why similar: Anime 48.3%, Post-apocalyptic 16.5%, RPG 14.2%, PvE 12%, Story Rich 9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a post-apocalyptic urban setting with action-oriented combat.
- #13 Elsword
88% matchMostly Positive73% of 9,729 reviews2014
Dev: KOGPub: KOG Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 81.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Why similar: Anime 51.5%, RPG 17.6%, Side Scroller 15.7%, PvP 11.5%, 2D 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides classic side-scrolling action with a strong anime aesthetic.
- #14 ANOTHER EDEN
86% matchMixed67% of 2,082 reviews2021
Dev: WFS, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 181.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
[Single player JRPG] Take your cat on a time-traveling adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 43.8%, Party-Based RPG 18%, Anime 16.9%, RPG 9.9%, Story Rich 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a deep, time-traveling narrative with classic JRPG sensibilities.
- #15 Tower of Fantasy
85% matchMixed66% of 12,067 reviews2022
Dev: Hotta StudioPub: Perfect World Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 54.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Embark together on your fantasy adventure! Set hundreds of years in the future on the distant planet of Aida, the shared open-world RPG, anime-infused sci-fi adventure Tower of Fantasy now is officially available on Steam.
Why similar: Anime 49.8%, Post-apocalyptic 24.2%, RPG 18.4%, Story Rich 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an expansive, anime-styled sci-fi world with action combat.
- #16 MementoMori
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 533 reviews2025
Dev: Bank of Innovation, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Dive into a World Where Sorrow Meets Beauty
Why similar: JRPG 42.3%, Anime 19.6%, RPG 11.6%, PvE 7.9%, PvP 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a stylized, atmospheric auto-battler with a focus on character lore.
- #17 Etheria: Restart
84% matchMixed57% of 380 reviews2025
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 55.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Etheria is an Ethereal Hero RPG. To preserve the flame of civilization, humanity transfers their consciousness into the virtual world "Etheria". And you, as a Hyperlinker, will enter the virtual world to uncover the hidden truths of Etheria.
Why similar: JRPG 39.9%, Anime 20%, PvP 15.9%, Story Rich 11.4%, RPG 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines futuristic, urban aesthetics with strategic turn-based combat.
- #18 SCARLET NEXUS
83% matchVery Positive80% of 18,212 reviews2021
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.
Why similar: JRPG 52.3%, Anime 33%, RPG 13.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features a compelling urban fantasy narrative with fast-paced psychic combat.
- #19 Tales of ARISE
82% matchVery Positive87% of 36,789 reviews2023
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!
Why similar: JRPG 46.7%, Anime 26.5%, RPG 10.9%, Story Rich 8.5%, Female Protagonist 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a high-budget JRPG experience with a strong focus on character relationships.
- #20 Persona 5 Royal
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 140,645 reviews2022
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 30.9 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Lead the Phantom Thieves of Hearts in this award winning, stylish turn-based RPG filled with dungeon crawling, party customization, strategic combat, and Persona fusion. Explore Tokyo, build relationships, battle Shadows, and infiltrate the minds of the corrupt to make them change their ways!
Why similar: JRPG 41.4%, Party-Based RPG 22.2%, Anime 17.1%, Story Rich 9.1%, RPG 8%
Why You'll Like It: Masterfully blends urban life simulation with turn-based tactical combat.
- #21 CODE VEIN
82% matchVery Positive83% of 62,641 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco StudiosPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.
Why similar: JRPG 44.4%, Anime 32.5%, Post-apocalyptic 11.2%, RPG 9.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a dark, anime-inspired aesthetic with challenging action-RPG gameplay.
- #22 Fate/Samurai Remnant
81% matchVery Positive91% of 7,058 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 29.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.
Why similar: JRPG 50.2%, Anime 22.8%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 10.7%, Visual Novel 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, story-driven action experience within a rich urban setting.
- #23 Granblue Fantasy: Relink
78% matchVery Positive90% of 56,109 reviews2024
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 36.7 hrsMean: 90.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Why similar: JRPG 47.5%, Anime 26.3%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, RPG 8.4%, PvE 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features high-quality action combat and a vibrant, anime-inspired world.
- #24 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
80% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,630 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Why similar: JRPG 46.1%, RPG 26.2%, Party-Based RPG 18.1%, Story Rich 7%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: Sets the gold standard for deep, grid-based tactical strategy.
- #25 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,665 reviews2024
Dev: Rabbit & Bear StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.
Why similar: JRPG 47.8%, Anime 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.3%, RPG 11.1%, Story Rich 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on large-scale character recruitment and tactical party building.
- #26 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,786 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 22.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.
Why similar: JRPG 67.7%, RPG 17.5%, Story Rich 8.1%, 2D 5.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a branching narrative with complex, turn-based tactical battles.
- #27 The Eminence in Shadow: Master of Garden
77% matchMixed69% of 609 reviews2024
Dev: Team CARAVANPub: Aiming Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Enter the world of The Eminence in Shadow: Master of Garden, a multiplayer, narrative driven, action-RPG where players form their own party from a deep roster of unique characters, voiced by the actors from the anime, and engage in new stories, to take down the world-threatening Cult of Diabolos.
Why similar: JRPG 21.4%, Party-Based RPG 13.8%, Anime 11.9%, PvP 11.1%, PvE 9.8%
- #28 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
78% matchVery Positive95% of 5,940 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 16.0 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 54.1%, Anime 21.5%, Story Rich 10.8%, RPG 10%, Party-Based RPG 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly deep, story-rich JRPG experience.
- #29 Zenless Zone Zero
74% matchVery Positive88% of 17,105 reviews2026
Dev: COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 40.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Zenless Zone Zero is HoYoverse’s brand-new urban fantasy ARPG. Players act as "Proxies" who explore Hollows alongside a wide range of unique Agents, fighting enemies, and completing commissions on their journey to unveil the mysteries behind New Eridu.
Why similar: Anime 57.1%, Post-apocalyptic 21.9%, Story Rich 12.4%, RPG 6.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #30 Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade
77% matchMixed54% of 531 reviews2026
Dev: BILIBILI HK LIMITED
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
◆The world of "TV Anime" and the story of "Jujutsu Kaisen" unique to the game◆ The anime story is recreated with new full voices. Additionally, the story is told from the perspectives of various characters, fully voiced.
Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, Anime 19.1%, Comic Book 18.4%, RPG 16.3%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #31 OUTERPLANE
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 172 reviews2026
Dev: MAJOR9
Windows
Isekai Adventure Meets Burst-Action Strategy RPG
Why similar: JRPG 45.1%, Anime 23.2%, RPG 17.7%, PvE 10.3%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #32 StarSavior
74% matchMixed62% of 3,655 reviews2025
Dev: Studiobside
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 42.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Guide your star-kissed Saviors.
Why similar: Anime 27.7%, RPG 19.2%, PvP 16.4%, PvE 14.7%, Female Protagonist 11.7%
- #33 Echocalypse: The Scarlet Covenant
76% matchMixed50% of 560 reviews2024
Dev: Yoozoo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 50.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Kemono Girl RPG has topped the free download list on App Store and Google Play in multiple countries or regions! Embark on a journey with 10 million players worldwide in a post-apocalyptic exploration, and stand alongside charming Kemono girls! Enjoy a time-saving and relaxing card battle!
Why similar: JRPG 34.5%, Comic Book 24.4%, Anime 19.7%, RPG 9.8%, Post-apocalyptic 8%
- #34 ヘブンバーンズレッド
75% matchMixed60% of 6,144 reviews2022
Dev: WRIGHT FLYER STUDIOS
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 168.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
Why similar: JRPG 26.7%, Anime 18.5%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Story Rich 9.9%
- #35 Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days 2
73% matchMixed68% of 654 reviews2025
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: Bushiroad Inc.
Windows
"Cardfight!! Vanguard," has newly come to digital game! Over 3,000 cards for the Standard format! A brand-new original story shares the world of anime series unfolds! Enjoy your own cardfight experience!!
Why similar: Trading Card Game 28.7% ★, Modern 14.8%, Anime 12.6%, Visual Novel 12.6%, RPG 8.8%
- #36 Madoka Magica Magia Exedra
73% matchMixed67% of 1,307 reviews2025
Dev: WRIGHT FLYER STUDIOSPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 98.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Characters from the hit anime series "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" come together! Featuring an all-new story setting and characters from the original ideas of Gekidan Inu Curry (Doroinu), experience the action alongside Magical Girl memories in this battle RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, Party-Based RPG 19.9%, Anime 17.7%, PvP 11.3%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #37 Eternal Return
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 74,683 reviews2023
Dev: Nimble Neuron
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 51.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 38.2%, Anime 35.2%, PvP 26.6%
- #38 悠久之树
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 327 reviews2025
Dev: Shanghai GuangYan Network Technology Co., Ltd
Windows
"Eternal Tree" is a turn-based combat role-playing game that tells the story of a journey spanning the Divine Era and the modern age. A grand epic, unknown challenges, and the continent of Titalyera await your exploration. Your adventure will shape the future of this world.
Why similar: JRPG 37.8%, Anime 20.2%, Visual Novel 16.7%, RPG 10.1%, Story Rich 10%
- #39 NTE: Neverness to Everness
68% matchVery Positive83% of 6,827 reviews2026
Dev: Hotta StudioPub: Perfect World Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 26.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
NTE is a supernatural urban open-world RPG developed by Hotta Studio. Your story begins in Hethereau as an unlicensed anomaly hunter. Team up with a diverse cast of companions, each with unique abilities, to unravel the city's mysteries.
Why similar: JRPG 40.2%, Anime 24.8%, Cartoon 23.6%, RPG 11.4%
- #40 Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,271 reviews2022
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: Bushiroad Inc.
Windows
Median: 16.7 hrsMean: 39.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The ultimate digital Vanguard experience that includes an original story set in the world of overDress! Compete with players worldwide with "Ranked Fight," play solo casually with "CPU Fight," and enjoy the game and experience the world of Vanguard at your own pace via many other fight modes.
Why similar: Trading Card Game 42.6% ★, PvP 13.8%, Anime 12.6%, PvE 11.3%, Modern 8.4%
- #41 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
70% matchVery Positive93% of 9,873 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.
Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Party-Based RPG 22.7%, Anime 13.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, RPG 8%
- #42 Death end re;Quest
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,419 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Death end re;Quest takes the classic turn-based RPG and flips it upside-down. Switch between the RPG action of the game world and the visual novel segments of the real world. In the realm of game development, it may seem all fun and games until the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur.
Why similar: JRPG 42%, Anime 24.7%, RPG 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Visual Novel 7.4%
- #43 LAST CLOUDIA
70% matchVery Positive82% of 1,029 reviews2021
Dev: AIDIS Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 150.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A fantasy RPG that weaves a sprawling tale with quirky characters and cinematic effects. Its gorgeous, fast-paced battles feature pixel art characters sweeping though 3D playspaces.
Why similar: JRPG 59.6%, RPG 18.1%, Anime 12.6%, Story Rich 7.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #44 Strinova
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 30,870 reviews2024
Dev: iDreamSky
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience.
Why similar: Anime 36.8%, Real Time Tactics 24.9%, PvP 18.6%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, 2D 5.3%
- #45 GrandChase
69% matchMixed66% of 26,166 reviews2021
Dev: KOG
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 76.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters.
Why similar: PvP 31.3%, PvE 29.8%, Anime 26%, Story Rich 13%
- #46 The Oni Sellsword
71% matchVery Positive91% of 70 reviews2018
Dev: Eric Baskin
Windows
A totally free, short-but-sweet RPG with an unlikely hero. Journey across worlds as Xavienne to save her best friend, the beautiful Princess La.
Why similar: JRPG 31.4%, Party-Based RPG 16.8%, Anime 13.7%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Story Rich 8.3%
- #47 Tree of Savior (English Ver.)
71% matchMixed64% of 20,496 reviews2016
Dev: IMCGAMES Co.,Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 88.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Tree of Savior(abbreviated as TOS thereafter) is an MMORPG in which you embark on a journey to search for the goddesses in the world of chaos. Fairy-tale like colors accompanied with beautiful graphics in TOS will have you reminiscing about precious moments all throughout the game.
Why similar: Anime 35.9%, PvP 24.6%, PvE 22.7%, RPG 16.9%
- #48 Resonance Solstice
68% matchMixed65% of 350 reviews2025
Dev: GAMEDUCHY, LTDPub: Ujoy Games Limited
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Resonance is a real-time trading RPG built around rail travel, blending train travel, route planning, commerce, and real-time card battles. Take the helm as a conductor of the COLUMBA Chamber of Commerce, haul goods between cities, cross a fractured continent, and reconnect a post-apocalyptic world.
Why similar: Anime 46.7%, RPG 44.2%, Story Rich 9.2%
- #49 Mystery Of Dust
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Pink Rabbit
Windows
A sudden mechanical rebellion. An ordinary girl who has gained power. Faced with a "world-class" crisis. Is there a secret behind the rebellion? Is the power gained safe? Can a few people's journey save the world? Find out in our Tower Defense game-- Mystery of the Dust!
Why similar: Tower Defense 46.9%, RPG 18%, Anime 17.8%, Story Rich 8.7%, Female Protagonist 6.7%
- #50 Summoners War
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 10,767 reviews2024
Dev: Com2uS
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 200.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 24.3%, PvP 17.2%, Anime 16.6%, PvE 14.8%, RPG 13.6%
- #51 G.I.R.L.S. will be Girls
65% matchNo user reviews99% of 68 reviews2026
Dev: Amozm0905
Windows
A grid based tactical tower defense game set in a fictional Post Apocalyptic world where androids roam the deserted lands. Inspired by the group ITZY and songs Girls will be Girls / Imaginary Friend.
Why similar: Tower Defense 42.4%, Comic Book 26%, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Female Protagonist 7.3%, 2D 5.2%
- #52 HOLOSAGA: Invasion of the HoloX
66% matchVery Positive88% of 134 reviews2024
Dev: Team SEONGWONPub: holo Indie
Windows
Liberated from the shackles of power, La+ led the HoloX members and the army to invade Earth! You must gather the members of the HoloLive and stop them.
Why similar: Tower Defense 63.1%, RPG 22%, Anime 6.5%, Female Protagonist 4%, PvE 3.7%
- #53 Alchemia Story
68% matchMixed61% of 377 reviews2023
Dev: Asobimo, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 33.1 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Create the character you really want, and explore the alchemy world with the help of "YOME"!
Why similar: JRPG 47%, PvE 17.4%, Anime 15.3%, RPG 11.3%, Story Rich 8%
