Games Like Critter Crosser

A turn-based creature-collector in the ruins under a tear in the sky. Seal what you find, choose whether it evolves, and build a team of six from 100+ creatures. In Early Access while the Barrowlands story and the Crypt beneath it are built out.

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.2%, RPG 22.3%, Action RPG 20.1%, Adventure 5.4%, Indie 1.4%

Guide player and your monster friend on an journey of discovery, adventure and exploration.

Why similar: Creature Collector 35.4%, RPG 22.4%, Action RPG 17.5%, Isometric 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Adopt a mysterious virtual pet known as a Metamon. Care for it, keep it alive, and guide it's evolution through countless possible forms. Train it for battle, send it on adventures, and uncover the secrets of the strange virtual world it calls home.

Why similar: Creature Collector 55.3%, RPG 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 6.5%, Indie 1.6%

Four Gems came into existence when the world was created, mankind harnessed these to create the "Aeternum Gem", too powerful to be used by the humans, they decided to shatter the gem back into four pieces and hide it. Thousand years have now past and mankind now wants the power of the gems back...

Why similar: Creature Collector 42.5%, RPG 27.2%, Action RPG 20.2%, Adventure 9.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Shaka Tamers is a mix of Action RPG, Creature Collector and Bullet Hell. Explore the world, discover new biomes, fight bosses, tame and level up your Shakas. Help Hiro on his journey to reclaim his clan's lost legacy by defeating the corruption of Emel.

Why similar: Creature Collector 36.5%, Isometric 17.4%, Action RPG 16.6%, RPG 14.8%, Retro 6.5%

Tomochi is a difficult game about fighting and collecting creatures. Be prepared for a challenge!

Why similar: Creature Collector 41.3%, RPG 30.3%, Action RPG 20.8%, Retro 6.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%

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

Why similar: Creature Collector 70.1%, RPG 20.6%, Adventure 6%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Catch, train and battle creepy crawlies and uncover the secrets of Spider Town in this retro Gameboy-style RPG.

Why similar: Creature Collector 40.5%, Action RPG 18%, RPG 15.2%, Retro 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%

A little girl. Seven legendary Wisdoms. A world full of monsters and secrets. Join Witchiko on a colorful action-RPG adventure, discover powerful Artifacts, battle cute-but-deadly creatures, collect monster eggs, and uncover the mystery behind the Seven Wisdom.

Why similar: Action RPG 27.5%, RPG 27%, Creature Collector 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Adventure 8.2%

In Akumon Summoner, you play as Raven, a young summoner. Capture, train, and mutate creatures in this turn-based strategy RPG.

Why similar: Creature Collector 47.7%, RPG 17.9%, Action RPG 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Adventure 5.4%

An original story embedded with manga, comic books, video games, and pop culture! Discover manga RGP adventure through the visual novel format with plenty of humor and hilarious references. Enjoy hundreds of original illustrations, accessible to all players for free.

Why similar: Creature Collector 40.3%, RPG 27.2%, Action RPG 21.2%, Adventure 9.4%, Indie 1.4%

Assemble a team of monsters for turn-based battles in this dark comedy Non-Linear RPG. The world of D.A.M. Champion takes an original approach to the concept of being a protagonist in a monster-taming game. This is not a game for small kids.

Why similar: Creature Collector 45.5%, RPG 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Retro 6.4%, Choices Matter 5.5%

Three classic Flash games return in one collection. Raise loyal pets, battle monsters, discover powerful equipment, explore mysterious islands, and build elemental defenses across the complete Castaway series, with more than 60 Steam achievements to unlock.

Why similar: Creature Collector 32.1%, RPG 25.8%, Action RPG 20.6%, Adventure 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%

In this pixel-art Zelda-like, explore the Auralia archipelago and embody powerful guardian animals to solve puzzles, fight evil forces, and rescue your missing sister. The animals are the true heroes of this adventure.

Why similar: Creature Collector 46.3%, Action RPG 20.9%, RPG 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Retro 5.5%

An open-world creature-collector RPG where you track, capture, and train powerful Wards while mastering tactical turn-based battles.

Why similar: Creature Collector 47%, RPG 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Open World 8.2%, Choices Matter 6.6%

You are an interdimensional parasite. You have no body of your own, so you steal one. Hunt alien worlds, sequence the creatures you defeat, and breed your own army from their genomes. Possess your strongest host and fight inside it while the rest fight on instincts you gave them.

Why similar: Creature Collector 49.8%, RPG 18%, Action RPG 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Adventure 5.4%

A retro-inspired monster taming RPG with creature collection, turn-based combat, and a mysterious parallel world where you never existed. 👉 Enthält: monster taming creature collection turn-based hook

Why similar: Creature Collector 49.7%, RPG 34.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Adventure 3.4%, Indie 1.7%

Lifter is an Adventure RPG where you play as a desperate thief trying to save your home from eviction. Outsmart employees, and decide who to steal from in a world full of secrets. Will you be a hero, a rogue, or something in between? The future is in your hands.

Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Action RPG 26.2%, Adventure 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Old School 8.3%

Befriend +100 Duendes, spirits based on Spanish Folklore! Battle in Turn based combat, Meet new Friends and Rivals and Explore Ibelis discovering the diverse people and Duendes that live in it!

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.1%, RPG 25.3%, Adventure 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Retro 5.7%

Nyamon Tamer - Retro Edition is a return to classic monster-taming genre. Tame Nyamon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles and a mysterious legend to uncover. Tamer challenge... Accepted!

Why similar: Creature Collector 46.2%, Action RPG 22.9%, Adventure 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Old School 6.2%

Tame any creature. Ride them into battle. Challenge the Animal Gods. Explore an infinite, procedurally generated fantasy world where every creature can become your companion. Fight, quest, trade, and grow stronger together in this open-world action-adventure RPG.

Why similar: Creature Collector 41.9%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Open World 9%

Play as Turdy the Turtle, (what kind of name is that...) as he traverses the vast open world. Collect coins and discover secret items, pets, passages, levels, costumes, and more while meeting some interesting characters along the way.

Why similar: Creature Collector 33.6%, Action RPG 16.1%, RPG 14.6%, Open World 8.8%, Retro 7.2%

Nakamon is a fast-paced, strategic creature battler. Build your team of 5 Nakamon and outsmart your opponents in dynamic, speed-based combat. With 16 elemental types and a wide variety of moves, every battle offers unique tactical challenges. Enter the arena and prove your skill!

Why similar: Creature Collector 39.7%, Action RPG 22.2%, RPG 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Adventure 7.2%

Creature collection + text AVG + adventure! Catch 200+ unique yokai, meet distinct companions in a story of conflicts, feelings and secrets. Kincyo, town of human-yokai harmony, is in crisis. Team up with MyauMyau to expose the villain—you hold its fate.

Why similar: Creature Collector 56.2%, RPG 34.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!

Why similar: RPG 38.3%, Isometric 21%, Open World 12.7%, Action RPG 9.5%, Adventure 9.2%

Ruthless:1 combines ARPG Hack and Slash with creature collection and puts it into a war-torn sci-fi world. Destroy enemy Mechs, grow your army and build the ultimate roster. Countless skills and items allow you to play the style you like.

Why similar: Creature Collector 41%, Action RPG 20.1%, Isometric 17.2%, RPG 16.9%, Adventure 4.1%

Explore a vast open world in this strategic monster-taming RPG. Master 28 unique elements and battle against challenging opponents. Unlock the Qreature Lab to discover and breed infinite new species. A discovery-focused adventure where exploration feels fun, meaningful and rewarding.

Why similar: Creature Collector 55%, RPG 25.2%, Open World 9.5%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 2.6%

In this RPG game, players will take on the role of a young girl with the ability to summon monsters. Collect monsters, adventure, and meet new friends in the free island world.

Why similar: Creature Collector 51.1%, RPG 36.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%

A top-down action RPG drawn from a child's dream. Explore seven hand-made pixel-art realms, clear seven dungeons in each to take the key parts from their guardians, then break into the boss arena. Build a warrior, rogue or holy hero and carry it into New Game+.

Why similar: RPG 31.3%, Action RPG 25.9%, Isometric 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Retro 6.9%

MonsterTamer is a monster-taming/battling RPG in which you will go on an adventure in a world filled with fantastic creatures called "Tamons". Make a name for yourself by taming the most powerful Tamons and defeating your oponents, while uncovering the mysteries of Honnis.

Why similar: Creature Collector 47%, Action RPG 20.6%, RPG 18.4%, Adventure 5.9%, Open World 4.7%

Dōbumon is an RPG monster collecting/battling game. Experience tactical battles as you choose 4 Dōbumon to fight with on the battlefield. Grow, evolve, and customize your attacks while developing different strategies in order to win, as you fight and explore your way to become the Dōbumon champion.

Why similar: Creature Collector 41.9%, RPG 29.2%, Isometric 15.9%, Old School 5.9%, Retro 5.3%

Get ready to embark on an adventure across the floating islands! Accompanied by your trusty Summon Book, you can battle monsters great and small with your own. The fate of the world is in your hands.

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.1%, Action RPG 21.5%, RPG 21.5%, Adventure 4.9%, Indie 1.5%

Emocre is a retro-inspired monster-taming adventure where you explore dreamlike worlds, tame living emotions, and discover a story about self-discovery and inner peace.

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.1%, RPG 19.4%, Isometric 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Adventure 2.8%

Swing your towel. Slay zombies. Power up with a sauna and cold plunge! Battle through the demon realm in this pixel-art action RPG and gear up to face Demon King Vihta in seven days.

Why similar: Creature Collector 38.6%, Action RPG 18.9%, RPG 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Old School 6.2%

In this retro inspired turn-based RPG, customize your battle skills, test your reflexes and blast your way through hostile environments. With multiple level routes, story paths, endings and more, no two playthroughs will be alike.

Why similar: RPG 36.1%, Action RPG 23%, Retro 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Adventure 4.3%

The setting is Yakushima in 1999. A story depicting Aegis' unknown past.

Why similar: RPG 43.6%, Action RPG 31.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Retro 9.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%

A classic JRPG with a horror setting and collectible creatures. Delve into abandoned buildings, shady woods and secret laboratories to recover all the creatures before it's too late!

Why similar: Creature Collector 56.2%, RPG 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Choices Matter 9.8%, Singleplayer 1%

Embark on a crazy cozy journey to find medicine for your father.

Why similar: Creature Collector 39.1%, Action RPG 19.2%, RPG 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Choices Matter 5.9%

Explore Avium, a vast, majestic land made up of breathtaking scenery. Collect over 200 unique Wilds that inhabit the lands using your Catalyst, a powerful device used to collect and command Wilds. Battle other Catalyst Carriers in a turn-based RPG format.

Why similar: Creature Collector 48.1%, Action RPG 18.9%, RPG 18.5%, Open World 8.5%, Adventure 6%

Embark on a grand adventure through a world full of mysteries, uncovering ‘Discs’ to collect your own party of creatures! Engage in strategic battles, enjoy an assortment of collectables, and meet unique characters along the way. A monster taming RPG with a blend of nostalgia and novelty!

Why similar: Creature Collector 52%, RPG 31.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Retro 5.8%, Indie 1.6%

The Legend Of The Crystals is a story-driven fantasy action RPG where you will embark on an epic journey to uncover the secrets of the ancient crystals that bring balance to the world.

Why similar: RPG 35.5%, Action RPG 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Old School 11.3%, Retro 10.1%

Nova Odessa - The Demon Trainer is a monster raising RPG with real-time combat! Feed, train, and battle other monsters for money and glory!

Why similar: Creature Collector 47.8%, Action RPG 20.3%, RPG 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Adventure 3.6%

UltraPets is a Creature Collecting Online RPG with Exciting real-time physics based combat and unique moody AI pets! It's a genre-innovating Top-Down Action Role Playing Game. Meet your new best friend and carve your path into UltraSpace on your journey to be UltraPets Champion.

Why similar: Creature Collector 54.8%, Action RPG 21.6%, RPG 17.6%, Adventure 5.9%

Raise spirit beasts on your own ranch, train them through weeks of drills and rest, and enter them in tournament cups. When a beast's life ends, Fusion carries its line forward into a new heir. 35+ breeds, 22 attack archetypes, and a career that spans generations.

Why similar: Creature Collector 65.8%, RPG 31.1%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.4%

**017 Debut 10th‑Anniversary Game** Pixel‑art story‑driven adventure mixing RPG and puzzle gameplay. Ten years, ten islands. On each island, experience stories, solve puzzles, gather parts to unlock the next isle. Build & upgrade your pocket‑space base, and uncover the truth behind this adventure…

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.2%, RPG 20.5%, Action RPG 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%, Adventure 3.5%

Ghostlords is a strategic turn-based RPG that tells the story of a post-apocalyptic haunted Great Britain. Experience the new world, capture wild spirits, and put together a team of ghosts to help you battle the forces of evil.

Why similar: RPG 43.4%, Creature Collector 35.9%, Adventure 13.8%, Indie 7%

Seekers of Sahul is a traditional Mystery Dungeon roguelite with monster taming, inspired by cult classic Azure Dreams. Explore the Pyramid of Sahul with your favorite monsters, befriend other adventurers and expand the town as you try to uncover the greatest secret in history.

Why similar: Creature Collector 60.6%, RPG 21.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Adventure 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Explore the enchanting world of Amiterra, home to the cute yet formidable creatures known as Amikins! Dive into an open-world adventure where you can fight, farm, and build. Collect and evolve Amikins, construct your enchanted base, and embark on thrilling quests blending fantasy and sci-fi!

Why similar: Creature Collector 49.7%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 16%, Open World 11.7%, Adventure 6.3%

Take control, dive into battle, and become a Daemon Lord in Soul Shifters: Online! Download now to unleash epic powers and save humanity. The adventure awaits!

Why similar: Creature Collector 41.3%, Action RPG 21.1%, RPG 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Adventure 6.2%

Collectamon is a creature collecting game with an additional focus on upgrades. Upgrade your character, upgrade the area and place your caught monsters in your sanctuary. Catch all monsters in the game? Upgrade Everything? Try and get all achievements? It's up to you!

Why similar: Creature Collector 71.1%, RPG 24.9%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Capture, train, and fuse together minions into your ultimate weapon against foes and the gym leaders of Seabrook. Become the resident Monster Expert and collect them all!

Why similar: Creature Collector 45.5%, Action RPG 19.7%, RPG 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Old School 4.3%

Waking up in a tavern of a small town you find yourself in a new world of magic and wonder. Learn from the locals of Immerbury or head out right away to explore Remote Realms? There are many paths to take and a lot of experience to be gained whichever way you decide to go.

Why similar: Creature Collector 39.5%, Action RPG 16.3%, RPG 15.1%, Retro 9.8%, Open World 8.5%

Aurea is what happens when you cross Pokémon: Emerald with The Witcher 3. A story-rich, creature-collector RPG set in a pixel art world shaped by eight gods. Bond with Prodiga, explore the vast open-world, and uncover why the government has begun confiscating every bonded creature in the land.

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.9%, RPG 28.6%, Open World 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Adventure 2.3%

A 1920s Prohibition-era action RPG where you capture creatures to take on the mob! Set in 1926 Kansas City, The Creature Mafia mixes a realistic world with cartoonish creature combat. Your creatures’ lives are in your hands - can you prevail against the full might of the mob?

Why similar: Creature Collector 52.8%, Action RPG 21.8%, RPG 18.8%, Adventure 4.4%, Indie 1.9%

The legendary monster training duology, “Monster Rancher” and “Monster Rancher 2”, is back!

Why similar: Creature Collector 69.2%, RPG 25.6%, Retro 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%

One island. Three radically different worlds - 200 million years apart. Time is fracturing, and creatures from the wrong era are bleeding through. Survive, craft, master skills, seal fractures. Stop the timeline from tearing itself apart.

Why similar: Creature Collector 36.3%, RPG 29.2%, Action RPG 22.9%, Adventure 9.7%, Indie 1.5%

The Hero of Greenhaven is a single-player auto-battler RPG. Recruit allies, equip and upgrade your squad, and fight. Liberate Greenhaven and its surrounding settlements and build a coalition against the evil ruling class.

Why similar: Creature Collector 45.9%, Action RPG 18.5%, RPG 17.1%, Isometric 15.9%, Adventure 2.2%

Milk Club is a third-person shepherd ARPG where you collect and shape a unique flock of biomech NiMALs. Herd them through a polluted paradise, battle rival shepherds, and adapt your flock to survive.

Why similar: Creature Collector 38%, RPG 27.8%, Action RPG 21.1%, Open World 6.3%, Adventure 3%

The game portrays a magical world with three distinctive classes: warriors, mages, and sages. Warriors harness their martial energy for courage; mages wield magic power through their Magic Crystal Ball; and sages utilize the "Book of the Sage" to control the force of rules.

Why similar: RPG 47.1%, Action RPG 31.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%

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

Why similar: Creature Collector 45.6%, RPG 17.6%, Retro 9.5%, Open World 9.4%, Old School 7.3%