- #1 Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition
97% matchVery Positive90% of 12,937 reviews2019
Dev: h.a.n.d., Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.2%, JRPG 28.3%, Anime 9.8%, RPG 9.8%, Cute 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive Digimon RPG experience that offers deep monster evolution and party-based combat.
- #2 Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX
96% matchVery Positive90% of 1,126 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The legendary monster training duology, “Monster Rancher” and “Monster Rancher 2”, is back!
Why similar: Creature Collector 53.5%, RPG 15.6%, Simulation 11.5%, JRPG 8%, Anime 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: This is the closest experience to the V-Pet simulation mechanics of Next Order, focusing entirely on raising and training monsters.
- #3 DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,242 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince comes to Steam®! Recruit monsters from the DQ series, synthesize new creatures and compose your ideal team.
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.4%, Party-Based RPG 24.5%, JRPG 19.9%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features extensive monster synthesis and breeding mechanics that reward strategic team building.
- #4 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
95% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,341 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 46.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.3%, JRPG 29.7%, RPG 17.5%, Anime 7.9%, Cute 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines classic JRPG elements with a unique monster stacking mechanic for a charming creature-collection experience.
- #5 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
94% matchVery Positive83% of 17,095 reviews2021
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.
Why similar: Creature Collector 42%, JRPG 33.5%, RPG 18%, 3D 4.1%, Adventure 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the bond between rider and monster with a heavy emphasis on exploration and turn-based combat.
- #6 Farmagia
94% matchMixed59% of 85 reviews2024
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Command an army of monsters in this all-new action game featuring character designs by famed manga artist Hiro Mashima. Take a stand to free the people of Felicidad as a Farmagia named Ten when monster farming, adventure, and hectic battles come together in an epic tale of rebellion and friendship.
Why similar: Creature Collector 43.6%, JRPG 28.8%, RPG 11.6%, Anime 11.4%, Adventure 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that blends monster raising with farming elements, mirroring the management style of Next Order.
- #7 Cassette Beasts
93% matchVery Positive94% of 10,872 reviews2023
Dev: Bytten StudioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!
Why similar: Creature Collector 29.4%, Party-Based RPG 25.3%, JRPG 19.2%, RPG 8.7%, Anime 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique fusion mechanic that makes creature collection feel fresh and strategic.
- #8 Rune Factory 4 Special
92% matchVery Positive88% of 2,302 reviews2021
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!
Why similar: Creature Collector 37.1%, Party-Based RPG 20.5%, RPG 16.4%, Anime 10.1%, JRPG 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Perfectly balances deep life-simulation and farming with monster taming and dungeon exploration.
- #9 Nexomon: Extinction
91% matchVery Positive90% of 4,019 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.
Why similar: Creature Collector 62.6%, RPG 15.1%, Simulation 5.5%, Anime 4.6%, JRPG 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A polished creature-collection game with a humorous narrative and a wide variety of monsters to discover.
- #10 Palworld
90% matchVery Positive94% of 425,619 reviews2024
Dev: Pocketpair
Windows
Median: 34.3 hrsMean: 71.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!
Why similar: Creature Collector 74%, Open World 15.7%, RPG 7.9%, Adventure 2%, Action 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: Integrates creature collection with base management and survival, offering a more hands-on approach to monster care.
- #11 Ooblets
91% matchVery Positive91% of 1,543 reviews2023
Dev: Glumberland
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!
Why similar: Creature Collector 39.2%, Party-Based RPG 31.1%, RPG 11.8%, Cute 6.2%, Open World 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A charming life-sim that incorporates creature collection through dance battles and farming.
- #12 Coromon
89% matchVery Positive85% of 7,920 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.2%, JRPG 24.9%, RPG 9.8%, Anime 6.3%, Cute 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a classic creature-collection experience with modern quality-of-life improvements and challenging puzzles.
- #13 Re:Legend
89% matchMixed55% of 2,024 reviews2022
Dev: Magnus Games StudioPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Adventure with friends in a beautiful world of wonder and fantastic creatures. Build, craft, farm and fish, as you raise and breed amazing pet companions!
Why similar: Creature Collector 37.4%, JRPG 20.9%, RPG 14.6%, Anime 8.4%, Simulation 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A monster-raising and farming RPG that emphasizes the growth and evolution of your companions.
- #14 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
88% matchVery Positive84% of 5,081 reviews2019
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34%, JRPG 31.8%, RPG 15%, Anime 8.4%, Open World 4%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful anime-style RPG that features a robust creature-collection and evolution system.
- #15 Digimon Survive
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,676 reviews2022
Dev: HYDE, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Digimon Survive presents a hybrid visual novel and tactical RPG set in a mysterious world filled with dangerous monsters and deadly battles that will test your ability to survive.
Why similar: JRPG 48.9%, Anime 19.4%, RPG 18.8%, Simulation 9.5%, Singleplayer 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a darker, narrative-heavy perspective on the Digimon universe with tactical RPG combat.
- #16 Temtem
86% matchVery Positive81% of 39,299 reviews2022
Dev: CremaPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.3%, JRPG 19.6%, RPG 10.9%, Anime 7.8%, Cute 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: A massive multiplayer creature-collection game with a strong focus on competitive battling and team synergy.
- #17 Slime Rancher
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 154,977 reviews2017
Dev: Monomi Park
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.
Why similar: Cute 37.6%, Open World 27.4%, Simulation 15.3%, Singleplayer 7.3%, Adventure 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the care, feeding, and management of creatures within a vibrant, explorable world.
- #18 Visions of Mana
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,681 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 22.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 37.3%, JRPG 29.8%, RPG 13.8%, Anime 6.9%, Cute 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with vibrant visuals and party-based exploration that feels similar to the anime aesthetic of Digimon.
- #19 Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster
83% matchVery Positive87% of 5,139 reviews2021
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Reawaken your inner demon in a modernized version of the acclaimed ATLUS classic, Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.8%, JRPG 25.7%, Party-Based RPG 25.6%, RPG 9.9%, Anime 6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep demon fusion and collection mechanics within a challenging and atmospheric world.
- #20 FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time
81% matchVery Positive92% of 13,383 reviews2025
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.
Windows
Median: 32.1 hrsMean: 53.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.3%, JRPG 30.5%, RPG 18%, Cute 6.4%, Open World 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A life-sim with deep RPG progression that allows players to switch between various roles and activities.
- #21 Botworld Odyssey
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 279 reviews2024
Dev: Featherweight Games
Windows
Venture out into a huge open world to discover new bots and collect rare scrap to build them. Deploy your bots in tactical auto-battles on your quest to become the world’s greatest Botmaster.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.5%, Party-Based RPG 25.9%, JRPG 18.3%, RPG 9.3%, Open World 6%
Why You'll Like It: Uses auto-battler mechanics in an open-world setting, focusing on exploration and collecting robot companions.
- #22 Disc Creatures
84% matchVery Positive83% of 235 reviews2019
Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Humans live alongside creatures, each with different personalities, abilities, and moral codes. The invention of the DiscKid has changed life for everyone. Humans can copy creatures and use their power to help others and solve mysteries around the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.2%, Party-Based RPG 25.9%, JRPG 18.2%, RPG 9.6%, Anime 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired creature collector with a massive roster and a focus on party-based strategy.
- #23 Monster Hunter Stories
81% matchVery Positive91% of 1,995 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.
Why similar: JRPG 35.2%, Creature Collector 25.9%, RPG 18.6%, Anime 10.5%, 3D 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the series that established the bond-based combat and exploration mechanics.
- #24 Little Dragons Café
84% matchMixed59% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: Aksys Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Little Dragons Café opens with a twin brother and sister learning to cook and manage a small café with their mother. All was routine until one morning when the twins discover that their mother won’t wake up. Suddenly a strange old man appears and tells them that they must raise a dragon to save her.
Why similar: Cute 60.5%, Adventure 39.5%
Why You'll Like It: Centers on the emotional bond and daily care of a single creature while managing a business.
- #25 Digimon Story Time Stranger
78% matchVery Positive90% of 21,662 reviews2025
Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 29.8 hrsMean: 40.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 31.4%, Party-Based RPG 23.7%, JRPG 21.2%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 7%
- #26 Monster Crown
82% matchMixed57% of 1,044 reviews2021
Dev: Studio AurumPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.
Why similar: Creature Collector 45.3%, JRPG 30.8%, RPG 13.2%, Open World 7.3%, Adventure 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on breeding and creating unique monster species, allowing for deep customization of your team.
- #27 My Time at Sandrock
78% matchVery Positive88% of 28,759 reviews2023
Dev: Pathea Games
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 39.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Travel to the desert community of Sandrock and take on the role of a fledgling Builder. Use your trusty toolset to gather resources, construct machines, and turn your run-down workshop into a well-oiled production facility to save the town from the jaws of economic ruin!
Why similar: RPG 44.6%, Open World 26.3%, Simulation 16.3%, Casual 4.5%, Adventure 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A life-sim with a focus on crafting and building that incorporates monster-adjacent combat and exploration.
- #28 Siralim Ultimate
79% matchVery Positive93% of 2,498 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Creature Collector 48.2%, Party-Based RPG 39.1%, RPG 12.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features an incredibly deep monster fusion system with thousands of possible combinations for your party.
- #29 EvoCreo
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.1%, JRPG 22.9%, RPG 13%, Anime 8.8%, Cute 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic creature-collection adventure that captures the spirit of traditional monster-catching games.
- #30 Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
80% matchVery Positive84% of 11,116 reviews2018
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.
Why similar: JRPG 43.3%, RPG 23.6%, Anime 14.7%, Open World 8.8%, Cute 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features kingdom building and small creature-like companions called Higgledies.
- #31 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,563 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 25.4 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.2%, JRPG 27.2%, RPG 18.1%, Anime 3.7%, Open World 1.8%
- #32 Monster Crown: Sin Eater
75% matchVery Positive87% of 187 reviews2026
Dev: Studio Aurum
Windows
Hand-craft your team of perfect Monsters and wage a one-man war against fate and the world in the Crown Nation! With a True Crossbreeding system, every Monster is entirely your own!
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.1%, Party-Based RPG 23.6%, JRPG 20.6%, RPG 9%, Anime 7.3%
- #33 Nexomon
77% matchVery Positive89% of 1,817 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 69.7%, RPG 16.2%, Simulation 5.6%, Anime 3.4%, Adventure 2.3%
- #34 Dokimon: Quest
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 411 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
"Whoa, watch out!" That was close, didn't you know Dokimon are dangerous!?ーStep into Xelos region, where you'll set off on an adventure to uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.4%, Party-Based RPG 27.3%, JRPG 20.4%, RPG 8.5%, Cute 4.3%
- #35 Rune Factory 5
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,087 reviews2022
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
As the newest ranger of a peacekeeping organization known as SEED, protect your community by rounding up rowdy monsters and going on special missions. Cultivate your farm and friendships alike while unravelling rune-related mysteries!
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.2%, Party-Based RPG 19%, RPG 14.6%, Anime 9.5%, JRPG 7.9%
- #36 OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,528 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 21.7 hrsMean: 42.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Start from zero and discover the newest entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series. Experience a story of restoration and retribution over the divine rings—an epic saga that unfolds across the realm of Orsterra.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 39.5%, JRPG 32.6%, RPG 20.3%, Anime 5.7%, Singleplayer 2%
- #37 EvoCreo 2
74% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 300 unique monsters, explore a vast world, complete 50+ quests, and master a deep battle system in this offline-friendly, story-rich monster capture RPG. Journey as a cadet in the world of Shoru, where monsters known as Creo are vanishing. Catch the perpetrators before it's too late.
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.4%, JRPG 23.7%, RPG 12.7%, Anime 9%, Cute 6%
- #38 Nuumonsters
75% matchMixed61% of 67 reviews2026
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! Play as Yana or Yasaka in a short and sweet adventure to become the strongest trainer in the Hana region!
Why similar: Creature Collector 34%, Party-Based RPG 25.2%, JRPG 18.7%, RPG 10.4%, Open World 5.7%
- #39 Bloomtown: A Different Story
73% matchVery Positive86% of 1,566 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!
Why similar: Creature Collector 29.9%, Party-Based RPG 28.7%, JRPG 22.1%, RPG 11%, Cute 5.5%
- #40 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
71% matchVery Positive92% of 12,268 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 35.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.
Why similar: Creature Collector 37.8%, JRPG 33.7%, RPG 13.1%, Anime 9.1%, 3D 3.4%
- #41 Dungeon Travelers: To Heart 2 in Another World
73% matchVery Positive83% of 204 reviews2024
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
The dungeon is dangerous and deep, but with the right party, you can conquer every nook and cranny. Find loot, equip your party, and customize your classes to master the turn-based RPG combat in this old-school dungeon crawler!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.2%, Creature Collector 24.7%, JRPG 23.4%, RPG 10.9%, Anime 9.2%
- #42 Monster Sanctuary
72% matchVery Positive91% of 12,542 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 61.6%, JRPG 23.9%, RPG 10.8%, Singleplayer 2%, Adventure 1.7%
- #43 Anode Heart
72% matchVery Positive91% of 459 reviews2023
Dev: Stove Powered Games
Windows · Mac
A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.
Why similar: Creature Collector 48%, JRPG 28.8%, RPG 13.9%, Cute 5.7%, Adventure 2.3%
- #44 Digimon Masters Online
74% matchMixed67% of 8,129 reviews2016
Dev: Move Games Co., Ltd.Pub: MOVE ON USA CO.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 87.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
DMO is MMO featuring the ever-popular Digimon franchise. This long awaited game will feature a deeper RPG experience, enhanced graphics and adrenaline-pumping real-time combat. Both new and long-time Digimon fans can now immerse themselves into this new epic adventure with their very own Digimons.
Why similar: Anime 31.2%, RPG 29.3%, Creature Collector 15.5%, Open World 13.8%, Adventure 4.9%
- #45 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
69% matchVery Positive90% of 3,488 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.7%, RPG 15.4%, Open World 9.3%, Cute 8.5%, Simulation 7.4%
- #46 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,236 reviews2026
Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon.
Why similar: Creature Collector 54.8%, JRPG 31.4%, RPG 12.3%, Adventure 0.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #47 DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS
70% matchVery Positive91% of 756 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The beloved block-building RPG, DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, is bringing its handy crafting features to Steam! Weave your own tale as you build your own unique buildings and towns to restore Alefgard to it's former glory!
Why similar: JRPG 42.5%, RPG 20.5%, Open World 9.3%, Cute 9.3%, Anime 9.2%
- #48 Creature Keeper
70% matchMixed69% of 129 reviews2025
Dev: Fervir GamesPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Creature Keeper is an action-adventure RPG where you Befriend Creatures and fight alongside them in real time. Explore a mysterious world and uncover the truth behind a strange sickness spreading across the land. Power up your team, fill out your Bestiary, and embark on your journey of destiny!
Why similar: Creature Collector 43.6%, Party-Based RPG 34.8%, RPG 10.6%, Cute 7%, Adventure 1.6%
- #49 Soul Hackers 2
71% matchMixed66% of 3,266 reviews2022
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a supernatural RPG with stylish summoners and dark dangers lurking under the neon lights of a cyberpunk Japan. It is up to Ringo, an agent of Aion, to save the world from apocalypse.
Why similar: JRPG 46.5%, RPG 23.7%, Creature Collector 17.6%, Anime 10.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #50 ONE PIECE ODYSSEY
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,446 reviews2023
Dev: ILCA, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A brand new RPG set in the world of the popular anime, ONE PIECE! Play as members of the Straw Hat Crew in a fantastic adventure set in the ONE PIECE world!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.8%, JRPG 28.1%, RPG 11.2%, Anime 11%, Open World 8.9%
- #51 Chimera Island
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Chimera Productions
Windows
Rediscover a lost island with mysterious creatures the world has long since forgotten. Now it is up to you to help restore this ruined world and bring about a new age of Chimera.
Why similar: Creature Collector 67.5%, RPG 14.3%, Cute 9%, Casual 4.3%, 3D 3.5%
- #52 Chained Echoes
68% matchVery Positive89% of 7,983 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.
Why similar: JRPG 43.3%, RPG 33.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.5%, Anime 3.3%, Open World 2.3%
- #53 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
68% matchVery Positive93% of 11,885 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 37.2 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 37.8%, Party-Based RPG 35.4%, RPG 14.3%, Anime 3.8%, 3D 3.3%
- #54 Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters
69% matchVery Positive82% of 864 reviews2023
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
With Gamindustri on the brink of destruction, Nepgear and the Candidates must band together and restore order!
Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, Party-Based RPG 26.3%, RPG 14.7%, Anime 12.3%, Cute 8%
- #55 Neptunia Game Maker R:Evolution
67% matchVery Positive84% of 160 reviews2025
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Older Neptune takes the spotlight—this time, as the CEO of Victory—at a new video game studio in Gamindustri! It's up to Older Nep and a new Goddess trio to resurrect the company from the ground up in this quirky and meta RPG!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 38.1%, JRPG 30.1%, RPG 11.7%, Anime 10.4%, Cute 4.8%
- #56 Voidling Bound
65% matchVery Positive93% of 2,956 reviews2026
Dev: Hatchery Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Hatch, evolve, and upgrade powerful space creatures in this action-packed sci-fi 3rd person shooter that reinvents the monster taming genre!
Why similar: Creature Collector 75.9%, RPG 17%, Singleplayer 3%, Adventure 2.8%, Action 1.3%
- #57 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
65% matchVery Positive88% of 3,578 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 32.6 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: JRPG 34.7%, Party-Based RPG 29.4%, RPG 18.3%, Anime 11.7%, Adventure 2.5%
- #58 Weirdlands
67% matchVery Positive98% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: Martin Mejak
Windows
A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.8%, JRPG 24.9%, Party-Based RPG 24.4%, Anime 8.6%, RPG 7.9%
- #59 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,555 reviews2024
Dev: Rabbit & Bear StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 32.1 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 43.9%, Party-Based RPG 23.6%, RPG 19%, Anime 9.4%, Singleplayer 2%
- #60 Chronomon
66% matchVery Positive84% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: Stone Golem Studios
Windows · Mac
Monster Tamers and Farmers... Catch, train, and evolve unique creatures, harness them to grow your farm, and build friendships as you help restore villages and reclaim what was lost.
Why similar: Creature Collector 50.7%, Party-Based RPG 24.4%, RPG 14.9%, Simulation 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%