- #1 Cassette Beasts
97% matchVery Positive94% of 11,050 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 20.4%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, Collectathon 16.4%, JRPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%
- #2 Coromon
96% matchVery Positive85% of 8,014 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a complete 30+ hour monster-taming RPG adventure, now remastered for PC! Catch and train more than 100 Coromon, explore six diverse regions, and master strategic turn-based battles as you unravel a mystery that could change Velua forever.
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.1%, Turn-Based 16%, Collectathon 14.7%, JRPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%
- #3 Nexomon
96% matchVery Positive89% of 1,827 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 59.2%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%, Anime 3.2%
- #4 Nexomon: Extinction
95% matchVery Positive90% of 4,038 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 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 48.3%, Turn-Based Combat 19.3%, RPG 9.9%, Funny 8.7%, Anime 3.9%
- #5 Monster Sanctuary
94% matchVery Positive91% of 12,643 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 36.9%, Turn-Based 14.2%, JRPG 14%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #6 Digimon Story Time Stranger
93% matchVery Positive89% of 22,391 reviews2025
Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 29.5 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 22.9%, Party-Based RPG 17.6%, JRPG 15.3%, Collectathon 13.2%, RPG 6.5%
- #7 Dokimon Quest
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 551 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A monster-taming RPG meets GBC-era nostalgia. Capture and train 140+ Dokimon across 15+ towns. "Whoa, watch out — Dokimon are dangerous!" Uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend in the Xelos region.
Why similar: Creature Collector 25.8%, Party-Based RPG 20.5%, JRPG 15%, Team-Based 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%
- #8 Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,024 reviews2019
Dev: Moonsprout GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Team-Based 13.7%, JRPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%
- #9 Temtem
91% matchVery Positive81% of 39,310 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 37.4%, Collectathon 17.9%, JRPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, RPG 6.6%
- #10 Nuumonsters
91% matchMixed60% of 68 reviews2026
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
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 29.6%, Party-Based RPG 22.2%, JRPG 16%, RPG 7.7%, Retro 7.4%
- #11 EvoCreo
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 86 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 33.3%, JRPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, RPG 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #12 Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition
89% matchVery Positive90% of 13,155 reviews2019
Dev: h.a.n.d., Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 30.6%, Turn-Based 21.4%, JRPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Anime 7%
- #13 Siralim Ultimate
89% matchVery Positive93% of 2,535 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 33.9 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 24.9%, Party-Based RPG 20.5%, Collectathon 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%, Turn-Based 6.5%
- #14 Tomomon
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 125 reviews2024
Dev: ManicBuild Studio
Windows
Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 22.3%, Collectathon 17.6%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Party-Based RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%
- #15 Anode Heart
87% matchVery Positive91% of 464 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 29.3%, Collectathon 17.7%, JRPG 17.2%, RPG 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #16 EvoCreo 2
86% matchVery Positive84% of 68 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 30.6%, JRPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, RPG 7.9%
- #17 Creature Keeper
86% 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 28.4%, Party-Based RPG 23.1%, Collectathon 18%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Cute 6.4%
- #18 Weirdlands
84% matchVery Positive98% of 58 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 22%, Party-Based RPG 19.4%, JRPG 19.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Anime 7.4%
- #19 Monster Crown
85% matchMixed57% of 1,045 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 25.7%, Collectathon 20.9%, JRPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, RPG 6.3%
- #20 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,101 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Why similar: Creature Collector 23%, Turn-Based 22%, JRPG 18.6%, Funny 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%
- #21 Siralim 2
84% matchVery Positive92% of 451 reviews2016
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.
Why similar: Creature Collector 22.6%, Collectathon 17.6%, Turn-Based 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%
- #22 Chained Echoes
82% matchVery Positive89% of 8,094 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 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: Turn-Based 28%, JRPG 20.1%, RPG 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #23 Monster Crown: Sin Eater
81% matchVery Positive86% of 196 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 25.7%, Party-Based RPG 19.2%, JRPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Anime 6.4%
- #24 Abomi Nation
82% matchVery Positive83% of 138 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.2%, Party-Based RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based 18.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, RPG 6.3%
- #25 Siralim 3
81% matchVery Positive94% of 990 reviews2018
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Siralim 3 is a mechanically deep, monster taming RPG. Summon and customize over 700 different creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through randomly generated dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to craft new items, empower your creatures, learn new spells, and much more.
Why similar: Creature Collector 21.5%, Collectathon 17%, Turn-Based 17%, Party-Based RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
- #26 Portal Fantasy
80% matchMixed66% of 257 reviews2025
Dev: Portal Fantasy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Journey through an epic storyline, collecting creatures to aid you in turn-based battles, avoiding traps and solving puzzles, completing thrilling quests, and uncovering the darker history of Pyli Kingdom in this RPG with a unique modern take on a classic beloved genre.
Why similar: Creature Collector 37.6%, JRPG 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, RPG 9.3%, Retro 8.7%
- #27 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,621 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 27.6%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, RPG 10.3%, Turn-Based 8.2%
- #28 Moonstone Island
78% matchVery Positive84% of 5,022 reviews2023
Dev: Studio SupersoftPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!
Why similar: Creature Collector 53%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Cute 10.5%, RPG 10.4%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #29 Adore
78% matchVery Positive88% of 457 reviews2023
Dev: Cadabra GamesPub: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Adore is an action creature-collecting game where you build your team of unique creatures and go on a journey to resurrect the God of the Creatures.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.6%, Team-Based 25.9%, Party-Based RPG 21.4%, Cute 8.2%, Fantasy 6.6%
- #30 HEARTBEAT
79% matchVery Positive85% of 626 reviews2018
Dev: CHUMBOSOFT LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Make friends, make enemies, go fishing, collect cards, beat up sharks, beat up tigers, obtain the denim blade, train a fuzzy infantile insect for battle, and uncover ancient secrets in this monster-filled adventure.
Why similar: RPG 28.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, JRPG 15.7%, Anime 14.8%, Cute 13.3%
- #31 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,338 reviews2026
Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 38.8%, JRPG 21.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, RPG 7.3%
- #32 Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition
74% matchVery Positive89% of 15,294 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.1%, JRPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, RPG 7.6%
- #33 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,324 reviews2014
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A light-hearted turn-based RPG, heavily inspired by old 2D classics. You will battle through waves of cute enemies, grow your characters, explore a diverse world, solve puzzles, and of course, save the world. (Just updated to version 3!)
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.5%, JRPG 25.8%, Funny 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%, RPG 7.9%
- #34 EvoMon
76% matchVery Positive81% of 53 reviews2022
Dev: BeowulfPub: Beowulfus Universum
Windows
Evomon Is a creature collector in tamagotchi version. Take care of your evomon since its infancy and discover its new evolutions, have fun playing the mini-games, adventure in mysterious expeditions, battle intensely against different monsters to reach the title of Evomon Champion.
Why similar: Creature Collector 46.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Retro 10.8%, Cute 10.4%, Old School 7.4%
- #35 Evolings
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 457 reviews2023
Dev: SørbPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Embark on a captivating journey in Evolings! This minimalistic turn-based roguelike lets you face hordes of evil monsters by recruiting a team of deadly yet cute creatures. With challenges and a unique experience in each playthrough, Evolings offers a captivating fusion of strategy and charm.
Why similar: Creature Collector 58.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, RPG 13.7%, Cute 7.4%, Fantasy 4.5%
- #36 Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers
75% matchMixed67% of 610 reviews2025
Dev: Dino RocketPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Collect and battle over 200 unique creatures in this roguelike auto-battler. Level-up and evolve your Kādomon as you assemble the ultimate team, creating awesome synergies to beat BIG bosses!
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.5%, Party-Based RPG 30.1%, Funny 9%, RPG 8.3%, Cute 7.4%
- #37 Beastmancer
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 reviews2017
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Beastmancer is a monster tamer tactical RPG. Play as an adventurer in a fantasy world, capture monsters and make them fight in turn based battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.6%, Turn-Based 27.2%, RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Fantasy 4.6%
- #38 Koltera
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 170 reviews2023
Dev: Braymen
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Idle creature-collector, where you mine, train, breed, explore and more with your creatures. Discover all there is in the world of Koltera.
Why similar: Creature Collector 29.9%, Collectathon 21.9%, Team-Based 17.2%, RPG 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #39 8-Bit Adventures 2
73% matchVery Positive96% of 312 reviews2023
Dev: Critical Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Pilot your Airship, prepare your party, and explore a vast World Map in 8-Bit Adventures 2 – an exciting, emotional tribute to the Golden Age of JRPGs. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.4%, Party-Based RPG 21.3%, JRPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, RPG 6.1%
- #40 Aethermancer
71% matchVery Positive91% of 2,650 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Creature Collector 25%, Party-Based RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based 21.4%, JRPG 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #41 EXCALIBURIAN!!
73% matchVery Positive93% of 279 reviews2021
Dev: Majd Rouhana
Windows
Gather companions, explore the world, ascend the throne!
Why similar: JRPG 20.8%, Party-Based RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, RPG 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #42 Bloomtown: A Different Story
72% matchVery Positive86% of 1,619 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 26.9%, Party-Based RPG 26.3%, JRPG 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, RPG 8.4%
- #43 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
70% matchVery Positive90% of 3,506 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.9 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 56.1%, RPG 13.9%, Cute 12.6%, Fantasy 8.6%, Adventure 3.6%
- #44 Miscrits: World of Creatures
70% matchVery Positive91% of 2,801 reviews2025
Dev: Lightning Ball Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
After years of absence, Miscrits is back and better than ever! Return to the world of Miscria and capture hundreds of iconic Miscrits. Train your Miscrits to their strongest forms and put a stop to the Magicites, who threaten to eliminate all Miscrit life from the world!
Why similar: Creature Collector 55.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Cute 9.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, 2D 5.3%
- #45 Letalis
70% matchVery Positive97% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: Monkiato
Windows · Mac
Recruit over 1,000 Letalis, conquer coliseums and explore a non-linear world packed with secrets.
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.2%, Party-Based RPG 22.8%, JRPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, RPG 7.2%
- #46 DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,326 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 20.2%, Party-Based RPG 16.6%, JRPG 13%, Turn-Based 12.5%, Collectathon 10.9%
- #47 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,367 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 47.0 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 25.6%, JRPG 21.8%, Turn-Based 12%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, RPG 11%
- #48 Ekorella Vol 1
69% matchVery Positive100% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Rockmaker TeamPub: ZNT Productions
Windows
A turn-based RPG set in a fantastic society of plants and animals. Fight against monsters and visit exotic places that have their unique culture and history. Beware of what lurks in the darkness...
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.6%, JRPG 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 8.7%, RPG 8.6%
- #49 Beasties - Monster Trainer Puzzle RPG
72% matchMixed46% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: rokaplay
Windows
Beasties is a lovingly 🧡 hand-drawn 2D monster trainer game with a turn-based puzzle combat, where you take on the role of a Beastie trainer.
Why similar: Creature Collector 48.2%, Turn-Based Combat 21.7%, Anime 12%, Cute 5.4%, 2D 5.3%
- #50 Monster Tribe
71% matchMixed56% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Boundless GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Explore an island filled with collectible creatures, a vast and varied wilderness, and dangerous towers on your way to restoring harmony with the land of Akama.
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.8%, Team-Based 18.6%, JRPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, RPG 8.3%
- #51 Dragon Spirits 2 : Prologue
68% matchVery Positive97% of 77 reviews2024
Dev: FHNBHJ
Windows
In this modern urban-themed RPG, you can collect 80+ different dragon spirits, experiment with skill setups, assemble teams, and devise strategies to build your dragon spirit squad. Adventure through the virtual spaces in Metapolis, and uncover the conspiracy behind it all.
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.3%, Collectathon 22.1%, JRPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Anime 7.1%
- #52 Fae Tactics
69% matchVery Positive85% of 1,744 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.3%, RPG 24.8%, Creature Collector 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, JRPG 7.3%
- #53 Monster Girl Manager
68% matchVery Positive93% of 118 reviews2023
Dev: ∇
Windows
Summon, consult, and train procedurally generated monster girls in this dungeon roguelite. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different monster types as you prepare the ultimate team to defeat dangerous enemies and collect powerful artifacts. (Game is SFW)
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, RPG 10%, Anime 9.4%, Cute 7.8%
- #54 Crystal Project
67% matchVery Positive92% of 2,577 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.5%, Collectathon 21.6%, JRPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, RPG 8.2%
- #55 Botworld Odyssey
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 288 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 28.2%, Party-Based RPG 22.1%, Collectathon 21.6%, JRPG 15.1%, RPG 6.6%
- #56 Kabuto Park
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive100% of 4,578 reviews2025
Dev: DootPub: Doot Tiny Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Enjoy summer in Kabuto Park! Catch the cutest bugs, train them and win the Summer Beetle Battles Championship in this tiny bug collection game! Upgrade your equipment to find rarer, stronger and shinier little friends.
Why similar: Creature Collector 46.8%, Party-Based RPG 28.6%, Cute 10.2%, RPG 9.6%, 2D 3.6%
- #57 WrestleQuest
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 601 reviews2023
Dev: Mega Cat StudiosPub: Skybound Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 53%
TAG TEAM WITH DESTINY! Pro wrestling and RPG fantasy collide in the ultimate pixel powered adventure. “Macho Man” Randy Savage and tons of other icons offer guidance as you powerbomb your way to glory beyond the ring. This hero’s journey ain’t just an epic quest, it’s WRESTLEQUEST!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21%, JRPG 15.3%, 1980s 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, RPG 6.3%
- #58 Stackmon
65% matchMostly Positive71% of 339 reviews2026
Dev: Riftpoint EntertainmentPub: Alibi Games
Windows · Linux
Stack, train and collect 100+ powerful Stackmon in this creature-collector with a card-stacking twist! Build your camp, challenge rival Scouts in combat and face the mysterious corruption spreading throughout your land.
Why similar: Creature Collector 74.5%, Cute 11.7%, 2D 6.3%, Adventure 4%, Indie 2.4%
- #59 The Secret of Varonis
66% matchVery Positive99% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: Wombat Logic
Windows · Mac
An indie Gameboy-style RPG. Build a party from four unique races and unravel the mystery of Varonis through challenging old-school turn-based combat.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.9%, JRPG 15.4%, RPG 14%, Retro 9.8%, 1980s 9.3%
- #60 Siralim
69% matchVery Positive84% of 268 reviews2015
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Siralim is a deep RPG with light roguelike elements that allows you to summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight in strategic battle. Fight your way through randomly generated dungeons and complete randomized quests.
Why similar: Creature Collector 23.6%, Collectathon 18.2%, Turn-Based 17.1%, Party-Based RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7%