Games Like DEEP 8

A turn-based retro-inspired RPG you can complete over the weekend. Perfect your timing in combat, uncover secrets, and interact with a rich world and its characters in a gripping story told from two perspectives.

Why similar: JRPG 24.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Linear 9.4%, Story Rich 7.4%, RPG 6.6%

Full length over 8 hours of story! Explore 4 different themed worlds and help Dezlooca, Archaic, Savage & Meeka save the earth from total annihilation at the hands of Malik.

Why similar: JRPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Dark Humor 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%, Dark 7.4%

Geon is a turn-based JRPG set in a not so distant future where the past is seemingly forgotten; ruled by the supreme overlord only known as "George". Discover ancient history and uncover mysteries as you are forced to face George and fight to save the world from strange things from beyond the stars.

Why similar: JRPG 20.5%, Dark Humor 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Dark 9.2%, Emotional 8.2%

A traditional turn based RPG with a huge focus on story. An endless evil plagues the world but are they truly evil? Watch the world change before your eyes as the universe reaches its end! Save the universe from the secrets of your world in War of Zanzor III: Birth of Unity!

Why similar: JRPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Linear 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8%, Story Rich 7.6%

A turn-based JRPG with a focus on characters and story.

Why similar: JRPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Retro 9.3%, Emotional 8.9%

A new modern, turn-based pixel RPG by Rust Games! Silly tone, serious quest. Set in a dystopian America, the party must overthrow evil feudal lords called the Quorum while managing Kyle's worst impulses.

Why similar: JRPG 22.2%, Dark Humor 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Dystopian 14.4%, RPG 8.9%

Dive into the unforgettable tale of two siblings on the run in this emotional RPG journey. With only their wits and a cursed power too dangerous to control, they must fight, explore and scavenge to survive in an unfamiliar world. Will their bond be strong enough to endure the road ahead?

Why similar: JRPG 22%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Emotional 11.6%, Linear 9.5%, Story Rich 8%

Bring down a futuristic tech company and discover the dark secrets behind their power. To survive, you'll have to give up on outsmarting your enemy and embrace the mindless animal inside.

Why similar: JRPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Dystopian 10.5%, Retro 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%

Experience an epic, emotionally charged turn-based JRPG featuring four full-length Episodes spanning the greatest eras of gaming, from 8-bit Medieval Fantasy to HD Sci-Fi/Fantasy fusion, all linked by a powerful and intricately woven narrative.

Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, RPG 11.3%, Story Rich 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

- Classic turn-based combat - Story and exploration driven progression - Hybrid visual style combining hand-drawn and pixel art - Dark comedy combined with heartfelt character interactions - Original soundtrack specifically written to fit the story and events

Why similar: JRPG 24%, Dark Humor 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Emotional 8.1%, RPG 7.4%

A Humanist retro-style RPG game about sincerity and empathy, featuring friendly robot dogs and evil smiley faces.

Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, RPG 13.3%, Emotional 12.1%, Retro 11.2%

Beyond Galaxyland is a thrilling adventure-RPG combining cosmic exploration, strategic turn-based combat, and epic boss battle events across a vast solar system. Join Doug and his gun-toting guinea pig on an exhilarating quest to save Earth, itself.

Why similar: JRPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Space 11%, Futuristic 9.7%, Sci-fi 7.5%

In Morvyn Gutter, a pixel art horror RPG, you explore a nightmarish sewer system, battling monsters in turn-based combat. Level up, buy gear, and uncover a twisted story filled with eerie secrets and surreal dangers.

Why similar: JRPG 25.4%, Dark Humor 20.7%, Dark 9.3%, Emotional 8.1%, RPG 7.7%

FFC is a retro-inspired JRPG with tactical battles. Help a young woman grow up and emancipate from her dark, traumatizing past.

Why similar: JRPG 24.7%, Dark 12.1%, Futuristic 10.1%, Linear 9.2%, Emotional 8.9%

MY FAMILIAR! A turn-based, buddy-cop Isekai RPG

Why similar: JRPG 26.2%, Dystopian 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Linear 10.9%, Story Rich 7.3%

A story-centric, turn-based JRPG styled after the NES-era classics. Explore immersive dungeons and solve puzzles via an interactive Field Skill system and defeat challenging enemies in engaging Free Turn Battle combat. Will you discover the dark truth behind the fate of the kingdom?

Why similar: JRPG 32.5%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, RPG 14.2%, Retro 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

This is a classic long-form RPG inspired by the masterpieces of the 1990s JRPG era. It unfolds a story of adventure through the Cloud Sea world and saving the world.

Why similar: JRPG 37.6%, Turn-Based Combat 22%, RPG 13%, Story Rich 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

Ten thousand years after Atria stripped the world of the Vita and Maisha. She prepares to bring her children home. Follow Iino and his companions as they fight for survival and unravel the truth behind their connection to the world and master the elements in this classic JRPG that started it all.

Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, Turn-Based Combat 22.6%, RPG 13.2%, Emotional 11.4%, Story Rich 8.4%

A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.

Why similar: Dark Humor 21.4%, JRPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Emotional 10.2%, Retro 8.8%

A four centuries old legacy of oppression is about to come to an end. In this fast-paced, story-driven JRPG, build a revolution to shatter a system built on chains and suffering. Master the element of Earth, unite the nation, and become the rift that will change Atria forever.

Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, Turn-Based Combat 21.5%, Emotional 10.3%, Story Rich 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

The Supreme Leader summons you to receive the Award of Excellent Labour. Cross a landscape defined by strict quotas and failing harvests, facing Overseers and desperate workers in turn-based RPG combat. Reach the palace, stand before the Supreme Leader, and decide your place in his grand design.

Why similar: Dystopian 21.8%, JRPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Dark 8.7%, Story Rich 6.2%

An epic pixel art RPG full of twists and challenging turn-based battles. Fight as Dan, a young man touched by the power of darkness who needs to find the cure for his curse and also save the world from humanity itself and the force of CAOS.

Why similar: JRPG 26%, Turn-Based Combat 20.5%, Emotional 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Story Rich 8.1%

Edmund is entrapped in a most terrible Web. He must punch and kick his way through all sorts of terrors in this turn-based RPG. An emotional and surreal roller-coaster. Edmund will do anything to see her again. One last time.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.9%, JRPG 21%, Emotional 16.9%, RPG 10.7%, Story Rich 10.1%

Gingar Ail is a story-based SF RPG indie game set on the Moon Base. Become Asta, the protagonist and one of the agents who lost all her memories in an accident, and discover secrets of the Moon Base. Battles involve turn-based strategy.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, RPG 14.5%, Space 11.2%, Sci-fi 10.9%

A place where lost souls go to find the meaning of their lives.

Why similar: Dark Humor 17.6%, JRPG 16.7%, Dark 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Retro 10.4%

Play as Tain, as he embarks on a quest, to rescue his dear friend who has been kidnapped by an evil wizard.

Why similar: JRPG 35.1%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, RPG 14%, Exploration 10.8%, Retro 8.5%

懐かしくて温かくてちょっぴり切ない…… 少年少女たちによる、ひと夏のジュブナイルRPG！

Why similar: JRPG 43.4%, Retro 14%, RPG 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Exploration 9.7%

In this (mostly) 2D psychological horror RPG-style game, wake up on a desolate power station in the midst of space. Explore a fully customisable facility, playing retro games to keep the place in-tact. Discover why the structure is in such a sorry state, all to… leave everything behind one day?

Why similar: RPG 14.6%, Dark 14.2%, JRPG 12.2%, Story Rich 11.1%, Emotional 9.2%

Leave your quiet village, join the Adventurers’ Guild, and return to defend your home in a heartfelt retro fantasy JRPG with turn-based battles, class-based combat, scroll skills, and pixel-art exploration

Why similar: JRPG 32.2%, Turn-Based Combat 21.8%, RPG 11%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Retro 7.1%

Uncover the truth behind a world plagued by monstrosities in a fantasy 2D turn-based JRPG with strategic combat, skill customization, and story-rich exploration.

Why similar: JRPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, Dystopian 15.3%, Story Rich 7.4%, Linear 7%

A pixel-art turn-based sci-fi JRPG. Stranded on a tidally locked world where the sun never moves, a shipwrecked crew must survive a planet as wondrous as it is deadly. Bond with alien parasites and shift forms mid-battle to find your way home.

Why similar: JRPG 32.8%, Space 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%

In the year 2999, art is on the brink of extinction by AI. Within 3 Days, unite the few remaining artists together to end AI's monopoly on society once and for all. Trillenium is a bite-sized 2D RPG created by artists, for artists, and reminds us that to lose art is to lose humanity itself.

Why similar: JRPG 28.3%, Dystopian 26.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Linear 9.1%, RPG 6.9%

In this final installment of the Orbs of Magic series, Te'ijal, Galahad, Edward, Stella, and Mel come together to stop the Darkthrop Prophecy from occurring. Will they succeed?

Why similar: JRPG 26.3%, Turn-Based Combat 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%, Story Rich 7.8%

Elidriel is a story-driven pixel-art RPG that combines reactive turn-based combat with character customisation, a range of non-combat activities and a mystery surrounding a lost love. Explore a world of wonders, crafting, cooking, fishing, playing songs and mining gems to upgrade your weapons.

Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, Retro 10.6%, RPG 9.1%, Exploration 6.5%

故事從一個平凡的村莊中開始，主角艾克斯與青梅竹馬的薇絲蒂亞、薩菲爾的關係與未來會因為寶石而產生什麼樣的變化 ? 而寶石所引起的夢魘又會在卡納爾大陸中帶來什麼風暴呢 ? 一切的源頭都是因為寶石的...

Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Turn-Based Combat 22.8%, RPG 13.5%, Linear 12%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

A surreal adventure RPG where you must delve deep into your psyche, confront your inner nightmares, and escape from a never-ending dream.

Why similar: Dark Humor 19.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, JRPG 16.8%, Story Rich 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

Path of the Martyrs is a sci-fi JRPG. After the Princess passes away from a mysterious illness, you must go to a science laboratory to discover the cause of her death, by reliving your memories that brought you to the very moment she passed away.

Why similar: JRPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Retro 10%, Futuristic 9.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%

In a sleepy mountain town, awaken your psychic abilities... and sign up for a tournament? Uncover the mystery of your newfound abilities and engage in meaningful one on one turn-based battles - and learn new psychic skills in the process!

Why similar: JRPG 38.9%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, RPG 13.9%, Linear 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 6%

A turn-based RPG game where every attack requires skillful timing

Why similar: JRPG 35.2%, Turn-Based Combat 25.1%, RPG 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 6.6%

A techno-fantasy JRPG inspired by 16-bit classics. Explore Helgon, the city on the comet, and build your ideal team from a roster of 9 distinct characters, each with their own classes. Engage in strategic turn-based combat against the deadly Brightlings to uncover the truth behind the white portals.

Why similar: JRPG 35.5%, Turn-Based Combat 20.4%, RPG 12.1%, Story Rich 6.7%, Sci-fi 6%

这是一款复古向回合制RPG游戏。 本游戏还原了传统的回合制RPG玩法，可完全使用键盘或主流游戏手柄进行操作。

Why similar: JRPG 38.3%, Turn-Based Combat 22.7%, RPG 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Retro 9.3%

Legends of Starkadia is a quirky turn-based RPG full of quick-time events and action-packed adventure! The Starkadian Empire is under attack by one of their own and it’s up to a team of unlikely heroes to assist the resistance to restore peace by defeating Niko and his legion of interstellar armies.

Why similar: JRPG 30%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Space 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, RPG 10%

Lead a team of mercenaries in a cyberpunk world where elemental powers and corporate conspiracies collide. Take on high-risk missions, engage in strategic turn-based combat, and uncover the truth lurking beneath the surface.

Why similar: JRPG 25.8%, Turn-Based Combat 19.2%, Dystopian 12.4%, Futuristic 10.3%, Sci-fi 7.6%

Undertones is an adventure RPG where color shapes your journey. Play as Dorothea, an archivist from the gray city of Gris, and face a conspiracy that turned cities monochromatic, trapping people in a single shade of emotion. Fight in turn-based combat, solve puzzles, and restore color!

Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, RPG 11.1%, Emotional 8.6%, Linear 6.7%

Cradle of Nightmare: Flowers to You is an adventure game featuring a turn-based ATB system. Step into the shoes of Yue Qing, an ordinary high schooler thrust into a world of darkness as an otherworldly force tears reality asunder. Navigate a ruined world and end the filth festering within humanity.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, JRPG 18.9%, Dark 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Sci-fi 8.7%

A hero's destiny is written in the Stars. The legendary KONAMI JRPGs Suikoden I and Suikoden II have now been remastered in HD!

Why similar: JRPG 35.1%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, RPG 10.2%, Emotional 9%, Story Rich 8.1%

It has been one hundred years. One hundred years since you were captured and a plot (or rather a sickly joke) to take over the universe and overthrow the king was enacted. Now the world is run by literal clowns, and you must overthrow the overthrowee, and take back the honor of the king.

Why similar: JRPG 35.2%, RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Exploration 8.5%

The Gebronian Empire must be stopped. Use your Mech to explore a world on the brink of destruction and fight back against the march of the Gebronian forces, in this role-playing game inspired by the Japanese classics of the 90's.

Why similar: JRPG 30.4%, Turn-Based Combat 20.7%, Retro 12.4%, RPG 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Embark on a quest to find the missing King and become the ultimate hunter in this turn-based RPG. Set traps to capture monsters, transform them into equipment and items, and complete challenges!

Why similar: JRPG 31.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Retro 10.4%, RPG 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

Set in the autonomous region of Crossbell, the epic RPG Ao no Kiseki: Kai, which tells the story of the Special Support Section, is now available on Steam! The Steam version features 60 fps support + high definition picture & sound for an enhanced gameplay experience!

Why similar: JRPG 39.9%, Turn-Based Combat 26.4%, RPG 18%, Story Rich 11.6%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Gael's Quest is a retro JRPG in a medieval setting. Fight monsters, do quests, explore, buy equipment and potions, level up and go on an adventure in order to discover what happened to your grandfather!

Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, Turn-Based Combat 24.2%, RPG 16%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.3%

Interstellar war breaks out between the fox-eared Fuchians and the vile rabbit-like bunnoids, and Kimi, a Fuchian cadet is thrown into the thick of battle. Follow her tale as she fights in ground and space combat in this story driven sci-fi JRPG and shape her fate in with your actions and inaction.

Why similar: JRPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Combat 21.2%, Space 10.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Futuristic 8.1%

3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.

Why similar: JRPG 47.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, RPG 8.2%, Retro 7.9%, Sci-fi 7.2%

The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III, which takes place in the Erebonian Empire after the end of the civil war, is now available for PC!

Why similar: JRPG 37.5%, Turn-Based Combat 27.4%, RPG 15.1%, Story Rich 10.8%, Emotional 5.2%

Fight for Astaria's freedom as a revolution army against a kingdom-dominating cult with a bunch of teens in your party!

Why similar: JRPG 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Violent 15.6%, Dark 12%, Story Rich 8.6%

Retro-inspired cyberpunk JRPG set in a dystopian future where humanity is manufactured, controlled, and buried in lies. Classic turn-based combat, exploration, and inventory management collide with active skill inputs, cinematic attacks, bloody battles, and modern tactical twists.

Why similar: JRPG 28%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, Dystopian 12.8%, RPG 12.5%, Futuristic 6.2%

THE LEGEND OF HEROES: SEN NO KISEKI IV -THE END OF SAGA, the final chapter of the story-driven RPG series SEN NO KISEKI, is finally here!

Why similar: JRPG 40.7%, Turn-Based Combat 26%, RPG 18.2%, Story Rich 11.1%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Become a lemon and destroy the world with sausages before Teddy does it in this combat-focused RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 29.3%, Turn-Based Combat 24.9%, Retro 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, RPG 10.2%