Games Like Doom & Destiny

Four nerds walk into a dungeon. It’s not a joke, it’s Doom & Destiny Advanced.

Why similar: RPGMaker 31.4% ★, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, RPG 14.6%, Comedy 12.1%, JRPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel expands on the original's humor and turn-based combat with improved mechanics and a larger world.

When Destiny calls for help, but no one answers, only four nerds can save the day. Armed with hand crafted weapons and bad jokes, can the four nerds survive, defeat three almighty tyrants and find their way home?

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.3%, RPG 26.9%, JRPG 19.4%, Comedy 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused spin-off that retains the series' signature wit and party-based RPG charm.

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: RPG 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, Comedy 18.6%, JRPG 17.6%, Fantasy 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a massive, polished turn-based experience filled with the same brand of over-the-top humor and parody found in the seed game.

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: RPG 21.9%, JRPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, Comedy 16.4%, Fantasy 7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that perfectly balances challenging turn-based combat with a lighthearted, comedic tone.

Prepare to inhabit a world of chivalry, class warfare and off-beat pop references. Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is a turn-based, retro style, pixel-art adventure full of danger, intrigue, death, and saving throws!

Why similar: RPG 52.6%, Comedy 9.4%, Strategy 7.9%, Fantasy 7.2%, Indie 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the meta-humor of playing a tabletop RPG, making it a perfect thematic match for fans of nerdy, self-aware adventures.

Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!

Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, RPG 32.7%, Comedy 15.6%, Indie 6.8%, Funny 5%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a fast-paced, humorous take on classic RPG tropes with a distinct retro aesthetic.

The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!

Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, Comedy 30.7%, RPG 24%, Indie 5.1%, Fantasy 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential parody RPG that pokes fun at genre tropes while delivering a solid turn-based experience.

West of Loathing — a slapstick comedy stick-figure wild west adventure role-playing game.

Why similar: RPG 33.3%, Comedy 27.2%, Turn-Based Combat 23.5%, Indie 6.1%, Funny 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, stick-figure RPG that relies heavily on witty writing and parody to keep the player engaged.

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: Turn-Based Combat 27.2%, RPG 23.2%, JRPG 15.6%, Comedy 15.1%, Fantasy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the charm of classic turn-based RPGs with a humorous, character-driven story and strategic combat.

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 27.5%, RPG 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 20.3%, Comedy 11.7%, Indie 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to 16-bit JRPGs that offers a fast-paced, strategic combat system and a vibrant sci-fi setting.

Gorgeous pixel art. Intense, blazing fast battles. An epic adventure. This is the must-play retro indie JRPG built for the modern era.

Why similar: JRPG 35.7%, RPG 29.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, Indie 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, retro-inspired RPG that focuses on tight turn-based combat and a compelling narrative.

Take in the beauty of a magical world floating above the clouds, then take on a menacing race of vampires hidden in the dark. Ara Fell combines the best parts of Japanese-style roleplaying games with the best parts of western RPGs. The new Enhanced Edition features a slew of new features!

Why similar: RPGMaker 27.9% ★, Turn-Based Combat 22.1%, RPG 18.3%, JRPG 13.2%, Fantasy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality RPGMaker title that elevates the genre with beautiful pixel art and an engaging, story-rich world.

8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition is a retro-styled JRPG with polish and personality, that focuses less on references and more on telling a story...

Why similar: RPGMaker 40.8% ★, RPG 24%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, JRPG 8.5%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A heartfelt tribute to the 8-bit era that focuses on character development and classic turn-based strategy.

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: RPG 43.2%, Turn-Based Combat 21.4%, JRPG 17.2%, Indie 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This modern classic combines the best elements of 90s JRPGs with a unique, strategic combat system and a deep story.

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: Turn-Based Combat 33.7%, RPG 24.2%, JRPG 18.3%, Fantasy 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6%

Why You'll Like It: A stunning turn-based RPG that captures the magic of the classics while introducing modern quality-of-life improvements.

Last Dream incorporates the best features of classic RPGs: replayability and complete immersion into a vast world, rich with detail.

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.2% ★, RPG 27%, JRPG 7.9%, Indie 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, traditional RPGMaker experience that stays true to the roots of the genre with extensive exploration and customization.

Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!

Why similar: RPG 57.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Indie 13%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite RPG that leans heavily into retro pixel aesthetics and humorous, pop-culture-filled encounters.

One day, Jimmy looked inside.

Why similar: RPGMaker 48.5% ★, RPG 31%, Indie 8%, JRPG 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, often surreal RPGMaker title that balances dark themes with surprisingly funny and creative writing.

Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-4 will be available on launch, with more planned as free updates!

Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Comedy 23.2%, Fantasy 12.4%, JRPG 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same mind as Undertale, this episodic RPG is filled with meta-humor and charming, quirky characters.

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: Turn-Based Combat 31.7%, RPG 25.4%, JRPG 16.8%, Fantasy 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This unique RPG blends professional wrestling culture with traditional turn-based combat for a truly comedic experience.

UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.

Why similar: RPG 39.8%, Comedy 26.4%, Indie 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Funny 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A genre-defining meta-RPG that uses humor and subversion of expectations to create an unforgettable experience.

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: RPGMaker 43.5% ★, RPG 17.4%, Comedy 13.7%, JRPG 10.6%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: While darker in tone, it shares the indie RPGMaker spirit and uses humor to mask a deeply emotional and unique narrative.

Traverse through rich, detailed environments, recruit colorful characters and fight your way through dangerous hordes of enemies in this exciting old-school RPG incorporating 40 quests, 26 secret rooms, 8 animal kings and countless secrets and items to discover.

Why similar: RPGMaker 44.6% ★, RPG 19.2%, JRPG 14.8%, Fantasy 7.8%, Strategy 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A character-focused JRPG that offers a solid, story-driven experience with classic turn-based mechanics.

Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.6% ★, RPG 21.6%, Indie 8%, JRPG 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological RPG that uses a surreal, hand-drawn art style to explore deep themes while maintaining a quirky, humorous exterior.

Epic Battle Fantasy 3 is a silly turn-based JRPG, full of useless NPCs, rabid cats, childish humor, unreasonably large weapons, anime boobs, and other nonsense. And it's totally free!

Why similar: RPG 29.9%, Comedy 24.5%, JRPG 23.7%, Fantasy 6.8%, Funny 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: The free-to-play entry that started the series' focus on high-quality, funny, and strategic turn-based combat.

A surreal RPG with a unique graphical style and droll scenario.

Why similar: RPG 44.6%, Turn-Based Combat 37.5%, JRPG 9.3%, Indie 3.9%, Pixel Graphics 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, claymation-style RPG that prioritizes a unique, experimental aesthetic and quirky, humorous interactions.

Restore the balance of light and shadow in the world!Beautiful hand-drawn visuals and a story of epic proportions bring Asdivine Hearts to the forefront of PC gaming! Travel alongside four companions and a cat in this fantasy 2D turn-based RPG!

Why similar: RPGMaker 38.6% ★, RPG 30.8%, JRPG 12.4%, Indie 6.5%, Strategy 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, casual JRPG that features a charming cast of characters and a straightforward, fun adventure.

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: Turn-Based Combat 31.4%, RPG 31%, JRPG 20.8%, Fantasy 10%, Pixel Graphics 5%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world JRPG that focuses on exploration and deep party customization within a classic turn-based framework.

Depart on a life-changing turn-based adventure to save the President!

Why similar: RPGMaker 44% ★, Comedy 15.8%, RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Funny 3.2%

An RPG that turns BAD ENDING from the prequel into GOOD ENDING! Follow the steps of Nobi and his classmates from Breakfast High School as they find themselves on another bizarre adventure after the prequel Bakahazard Series!

Why similar: RPGMaker 33.1% ★, RPG 26.5%, Turn-Based Combat 22.4%, Comedy 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 2%

A hero faces his greatest foe, the Overlord. But there's one problem: Why can't he remember anything!? In the midst of battle, his allies' words and the Overlord's taunting trigger flashbacks, slowly rebuilding his memories. Will our hero remember everything before he falls to the Overlord?

Why similar: RPG 89.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Adventure 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative JRPG where the story is told through flashbacks, offering a unique and humorous take on the genre.

The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 34.3%, RPG 29.4%, Fantasy 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Indie 5.5%

In this extensive old-school RPG, explore countless unique places, defeat tons of enemies and complete richly developed quests. The game features addictive gameplay and an adventure worth about 40H of playtime.

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.4% ★, RPG 24.5%, JRPG 7.7%, Indie 5.2%, Fantasy 5.1%

The most non-Japanese jRPG of the decade! Epic Quest is an action-packed adventure featuring over a dozen classic and rich environments, 5 playable characters and a plethora of skills, spells and Limit Breaks. A must-have for fans of the SNES Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger!

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.9% ★, RPG 25.9%, Indie 6.6%, Strategy 4.3%, Adventure 1.3%

Huge RPG in the 16-bit style (Final Fantasy, Breath of Fire etc.), featuring an epic, exciting adventure in a fantasy world and packed full of characters (more than 30!), quests and secrets.

Why similar: RPGMaker 56.1% ★, RPG 24.9%, JRPG 7.3%, Indie 4.3%, Fantasy 3.1%

16-bit RPG magic is back! Can you stop the Wastelands from spreading and overtaking the world? Play as Marcus, Bastien and Fela, 3 army conscripts with little liking for their new life, yet who find themselves engulfed in a mystery that could very well cause the demise of their nation.

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.6% ★, RPG 23.8%, JRPG 10.4%, Indie 6.5%, Strategy 3.8%

Enter a bizarre and idiosyncratic world! Adventure into the unknown, and defeat horrid monsters! A story of Love, Loss, and the end of the Multiverse.

Why similar: RPGMaker 46.2% ★, RPG 36.9%, Indie 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 2.3%, Funny 2.2%

Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world.

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.1% ★, RPG 26.9%, JRPG 3.3%, Indie 2.9%, Fantasy 1.9%

Eldritch horror saves Christmas for fun & profit in this fast-paced turn-based JRPG comedy.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 25%, JRPG 23.3%, Comedy 19.2%, RPG 17.1%, Indie 4.7%

A game for players who adore humorous fantasy adventures. A sprawling turn-based JRPG offering 50 hours of meticulously crafted plot, engaging quests, and no unnecessary grind. Four gorgeous yet utterly misguided heroines set out on perilous yet wildly entertaining adventures.

Why similar: RPG 31.4%, Comedy 27.8%, JRPG 20.6%, Fantasy 13.9%, 2D 3.2%

Retro RPG that takes inspiration from SNES and PS1 classics. Action turn-based battle system with skill learning, slots for stat boosting, equipment crafting, monster catching, rank based Colosseum, and side quests. 30+ hour emotional story with adult-oriented themes and powerful original soundtrack.

Why similar: RPGMaker 42.3% ★, RPG 34.4%, Indie 9.6%, JRPG 9%, Funny 2.7%

An epic 12 hour RPG. Thirteen years after incredibly powerful spirit beasts were sealed in the souls of children, they threaten to break free and cause havoc across the land. It's up to four friends from the elite warrior training academy to find the key to stopping these evil spirits once and for all.

Why similar: RPGMaker 64.9% ★, RPG 20.7%, JRPG 4.9%, Indie 4.1%, Fantasy 2.3%

OUTTA GAS is a post-apocalyptic RPG featuring a turn-based SHOOTING GALLERY combat mechanic where blasting away body tiles damages monster health and decreases their combat stats. Explore four unique acts to find gas and get back on the road to the Party at the End of the World!

Why similar: RPG 57.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Indie 11.5%, Comedy 8.3%, Strategy 2.1%

Addictive RPG with bits of strategy to enhance the gameplay, Dreamscape can be played in 4 different modes and features different rewards for completing them. You even get bonus heroes if you complete a mode without using the healing goddess!

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.4% ★, RPG 23.8%, JRPG 6.4%, Indie 6%, Strategy 5.5%

tERRORbane is a comedic adventure where bugs are your FRIENDS! Enjoy exploring a crazy and outlandish world, full of unique, quirky characters and homages to the history of videogaming, challenge the Developer with your creativity and be the Bane of Errors!

Why similar: RPG 33.7%, Comedy 27.6%, JRPG 18.7%, Indie 10.2%, Fantasy 4.3%

Heroes always win! But what happens to those who don't? Play as unique and colorful characters as the world comes to an end after our heroes' utter defeat.

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.4% ★, RPG 21.3%, JRPG 6.5%, Indie 5.1%, Strategy 4.7%

Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.

Why similar: RPG 61%, Strategy 11.1%, Fantasy 10.7%, Indie 7.1%, Funny 5.3%

White Pearl is a classic-like 2D RPG journey told over a large main cast with several villains. Replete with content, in-depth combat, unique equipment system, as well as a deep story to uncover. With their destinies already written, will calamity be prevented a fifth time?

Why similar: RPGMaker 51% ★, RPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Indie 7.5%, Funny 1.9%

Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.

Why similar: RPG 55.1%, Comedy 12.7%, Fantasy 12%, Indie 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

Embark on a hilarious, choice-driven adventure in MultiEnding Heroes! Guide The Priest and The Hero through multiple universes, making decisions that lead to over 75 unique endings. Every choice matters, will you lead them to glory or disaster?

Why similar: RPG 44.8%, Comedy 20.6%, Fantasy 11.2%, Indie 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Join a team of wayward heroines in Heroines of Swords & Spells, an epic and humorous turn-based combat JRPG with over 150,000 lines of dialogue, 20 hours of gameplay, and challenging battles. Navigate tough dungeons and uncover the rich lore of the world.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.6%, RPG 27.1%, JRPG 20.8%, Fantasy 10.2%, Funny 5.4%

Delve into Dungeons of Aether, a turn-based dungeon crawler set in the Rivals of Aether universe. Control four new heroes as they uncover the mysteries of the Julesvale Caverns in Story Mode or test your mettle in the grueling Challenge Dungeons.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 35.2%, RPG 22.3%, Strategy 12.1%, Fantasy 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

Saturday Morning RPG is an episodic JRPG set in world heavily inspired by 1980s Saturday morning cartoons and pop culture.

Why similar: RPG 55.9%, Comedy 18.7%, Indie 10.6%, JRPG 10%, Funny 2.5%

Embark on a journey of several can-be-seen-everywhere ordinary students from the "Breakfast High School" saving the world, in this simple traditional turn-based RPG that makes no sense at all.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24.8%, RPGMaker 23.9% ★, Comedy 19%, RPG 11.7%, Fantasy 8.7%

A few days only are left to make the impossible possible... but now that Marine has combed the whole territory of Myst, chances to find the last few warriors wear really thin... or can she go on the track of the legendary man who calls himself The Bear, and boasts of incredible power?

Why similar: RPGMaker 49% ★, RPG 29.2%, JRPG 9%, Indie 8%, Fantasy 2.7%

Hire a band of almost-heroic goblins to fight and die for you in tactical turn-based battles, accomplish silly quests for the weird inhabitants of this fantastic world, and truly become a god - at least by goblin standards.

Why similar: RPG 40.5%, Turn-Based Combat 36.8%, Strategy 11.7%, Funny 6.9%, 2D 4.1%

Conquer the ever changing dungeons of DarkEnd and save the fall of humanity! Choose your heroes and venture into a world filled with numerous treasures, mysterious secrets and discover a haunting past in this 10+ hours of retro 2D Dungeon-Crawling!

Why similar: RPGMaker 72.4% ★, RPG 22.1%, Indie 5.5%

Kor is a retro RPG with a variety of eccentric characters, goofy dialog, and turn-based combat where - in addition to strategizing - players must skillfully execute button combos in order to make attacks!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 36.3%, RPG 31.4%, Indie 8.9%, Fantasy 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Effulgence RPG is a party-based RPG set in a unique character-based world where enemies are more than just obstacles - they ARE the resource. 💀 Destroy them to forge better gear!

Why similar: RPG 34.1%, Turn-Based Combat 31.7%, Comedy 24.6%, Indie 6.1%, Adventure 1.9%