- #1 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
97% matchVery Positive94% of 16,477 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.
Why similar: 2.5D 26.9%, RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Party-Based RPG 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for the HD-2D art style, perfectly capturing the blend of retro pixel art and modern lighting effects found in the seed game.
- #2 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
96% matchVery Positive86% of 16,650 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 47.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
Why similar: RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, 2.5D 16.2%, JRPG 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title pioneered the HD-2D aesthetic, offering a deep, turn-based combat system that feels like a natural evolution of classic RPG design.
- #3 LIVE A LIVE
96% matchVery Positive86% of 901 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The legend is alive! LIVE A LIVE, originally only released for the Super Famicom in Japan, is being revived on Steam! Experience this legendary RPG, brought alive in the same HD-2D visual style as OCTOPATH TRAVELER.
Why similar: 2.5D 47.6%, RPG 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, JRPG 13.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: This HD-2D remake of a classic title features unique, segmented storytelling that mirrors the historical significance and charm of early RPGs.
- #4 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
95% matchVery Positive93% of 11,798 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: Turn-Based Combat 32.4%, RPG 20.8%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, JRPG 14.8%, Fantasy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: As the pinnacle of the modern Dragon Quest experience, it retains the series' iconic charm, humor, and turn-based combat systems.
- #5 FINAL FANTASY IV
94% matchVery Positive91% of 2,909 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 68.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, RPG 11.8%, Party-Based RPG 9.6%, Emotional 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: This entry is celebrated for its dramatic narrative and classic turn-based structure, serving as a cornerstone of the genre's history.
- #6 Chained Echoes
94% matchVery Positive89% of 7,952 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 20.3 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: RPG 30.8%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Turn-Based 11.7%, JRPG 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the essence of 16-bit era RPGs while introducing modern quality-of-life improvements and a complex, lore-rich world.
- #7 FINAL FANTASY VI
93% matchVery Positive92% of 4,752 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 49.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Nostalgia 16.3% ★, Emotional 14.1%, RPG 13.5%, Lore-Rich 13.3%, Magic 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: The Pixel Remaster series offers the definitive way to experience the golden age of 2D RPGs with modernized interfaces and beautiful art.
- #8 Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,448 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: RPG 22%, Turn-Based Combat 19.8%, Emotional 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, JRPG 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: These remasters bring two of the most influential classic RPGs into the modern era with updated visuals and refined gameplay.
- #9 STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
91% matchVery Positive93% of 3,929 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
Why similar: RPG 28.6%, 2.5D 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 20.4%, JRPG 17%, Fantasy 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: It masterfully combines 2D pixel characters with 3D environments, providing a modern facelift to a beloved classic RPG.
- #10 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,530 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: 2.5D 27.2%, RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, JRPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Designed by veterans of the genre, this game features beautiful 2.5D visuals and a massive cast of characters reminiscent of classic JRPG epics.
- #11 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
90% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,631 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.
Why similar: RPG 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, JRPG 17.2%, 2.5D 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: While tactical in nature, its HD-2D visuals and heavy focus on narrative choices provide a similar atmospheric depth to the Erdrick trilogy.
- #12 FINAL FANTASY V
89% matchVery Positive90% of 2,396 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 80.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The original FINAL FANTASY V comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled take on the fifth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: RPG 22.7%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Emotional 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its deep job system, this game provides the strategic complexity that fans of classic turn-based combat crave.
- #13 LUNAR Remastered Collection
88% matchVery Positive92% of 600 reviews2025
Dev: ASHIBI Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dive into the enchanting worlds of LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue Complete! Tag along on Alex and Hiro's quests and challenge enemies like the Magic Emperor and God of Destruction to save the world from dire peril in two adventures set 1000 years apart from each other!
Why similar: Nostalgia 24.7% ★, Turn-Based Combat 20%, RPG 15.7%, Magic 10.5%, JRPG 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure that emphasizes emotional storytelling and traditional turn-based combat, perfectly suited for fans of 90s anime-inspired RPGs.
- #14 Romancing SaGa 3™
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 528 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The celebrated RPG classic comes West for the first time! Experience a brand-new HD remaster of the legendary 1995 RPG masterpiece introducing optimised graphics, a new dungeon to explore, new scenarios and a new game+ function.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.3%, RPG 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Magic 12.6%, Fantasy 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: This remaster preserves the unique, non-linear exploration and pixel-art style that defined the SaGa series in the 90s.
- #15 GRANDIA HD Remaster
87% matchVery Positive90% of 1,735 reviews2019
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., LtdPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Why similar: RPG 60.2%, JRPG 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: Famous for its innovative combat system and sense of wonder, this game remains a benchmark for classic adventure-focused RPGs.
- #16 SaGa Frontier Remastered
86% matchVery Positive92% of 639 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The beloved 1998 RPG Classic, SaGa Frontier, is reborn with improved graphics, additional features, and a new main character!
Why similar: RPG 36.5%, Party-Based RPG 19.2%, JRPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Turn-Based 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a distinct, experimental approach to the JRPG formula with multiple protagonists and a rich, interconnected world.
- #17 FINAL FANTASY II
86% matchVery Positive82% of 3,360 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 60.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Nostalgia 14.3% ★, RPG 13.6%, Magic 11.3%, Party-Based RPG 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its unique skill-based progression system, it provides a fascinating look at the experimental nature of early 8-bit RPGs.
- #18 FINAL FANTASY III
85% matchVery Positive93% of 2,734 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 70.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Nostalgia 22.2% ★, RPG 14.6%, Magic 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%, Fantasy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This entry introduced the iconic job system to the series, providing a foundational experience for fans of classic party-based RPGs.
- #19 FINAL FANTASY
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,342 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The original FINAL FANTASY comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the first game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Nostalgia 16.5% ★, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, RPG 9.9%, Emotional 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: The game that started it all, offering a pure, stripped-back experience that mirrors the simplicity and challenge of the original Dragon Quest.
- #20 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
84% matchVery Positive81% of 2,040 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.7%, RPG 26.5%, JRPG 15.4%, Fantasy 12.3%, Cute 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: It modernizes the classic job-based turn-based combat system while maintaining the whimsical fantasy tone of traditional JRPGs.
- #21 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,461 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Why similar: 2.5D 30.7%, RPG 23.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Fantasy 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical RPG features a deep, mature narrative and pixel-art aesthetics that resonate with players who appreciate lore-rich fantasy worlds.
- #22 CHRONO TRIGGER®
82% matchVery Positive88% of 13,144 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…
Why similar: RPG 34.4%, JRPG 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Fantasy 11.7%, Turn-Based 10%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered one of the greatest RPGs of all time, its timeless pixel art and innovative combat remain essential for any fan of the genre.
- #23 Trials of Mana
82% matchVery Positive91% of 5,714 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Why similar: RPG 70.8%, JRPG 13.2%, Fantasy 9.5%, Party-Based RPG 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful 3D reimagining of a classic 16-bit title that retains the heart and soul of the original while modernizing the gameplay loop.
- #24 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
79% matchVery Positive93% of 4,643 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 17.6%, JRPG 15.5%, Emotional 11.3%, RPG 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern remake that breathes new life into a classic title with updated visuals and refined mechanics while keeping its challenging spirit.
- #25 GRANDIA II HD Remaster
81% matchVery Positive85% of 2,626 reviews2015
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grandia II is back and better than ever! The classic Japanese RPG returns with enhanced visuals, new difficulty level, and features both keyboard and gamepad support!
Why similar: RPG 35.9%, JRPG 22.7%, Turn-Based Combat 21.4%, Fantasy 11.3%, Turn-Based 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It continues the series' tradition of excellent combat mechanics and character-driven storytelling in a vibrant fantasy world.
- #26 Legend of Mana
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,249 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The HD Remaster of Legend of Mana is coming to Steam. Meet a colorful cast of characters, use the unique "Land Make" System to build the World Map, and square off against fearsome monsters in the vibrant world of Fa’Diel.
Why similar: RPG 19.1%, Magic 17.2%, Party-Based RPG 16%, Fantasy 12.5%, JRPG 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: This remaster features stunning hand-painted backgrounds and a unique, open-ended structure that rewards exploration and discovery.
- #27 DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined
78% matchVery Positive89% of 2,649 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Unravel the mysteries of the past in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! Gather your companions and travel beyond the shores of your small kingdom to discover why it is the only remaining island in the world.
Why similar: Nostalgia 16.7% ★, RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Emotional 8.7%, JRPG 7.5%
- #28 Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
80% matchVery Positive84% of 3,184 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 40.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.
Why similar: RPG 34.6%, JRPG 20.2%, Fantasy 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Turn-Based 7%
Why You'll Like It: This version offers a distinct 3D visual style and added voice acting, providing a different perspective on a classic narrative.
- #29 SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered
77% matchVery Positive94% of 371 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Experience two tales woven in a world of watercolor graphics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 13.3%, Party-Based RPG 10.7%, Magic 9.6%, Emotional 9.3%
- #30 SaGa Emerald Beyond
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 368 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
FORGE YOUR OWN TALE The latest standalone entry in the SaGa franchise, SaGa Emerald Beyond, brings together the very best elements of the beloved series to offer each player their own unique gameplay experience.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 25.3%, RPG 18.1%, Party-Based RPG 18%, Turn-Based 13.8%, JRPG 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: It pushes the boundaries of the turn-based genre with a highly strategic combat system and a branching narrative structure.
- #31 Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
79% matchVery Positive82% of 3,547 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
Why similar: RPG 44.1%, JRPG 22%, Turn-Based 13.9%, Fantasy 12%, Old School 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: The 3D remake brings a fresh aesthetic to the classic job-based adventure, making it more accessible for modern audiences.
- #32 The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 980 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A brand-new action RPG from the creators of OCTOPATH TRAVELER and BRAVELY DEFAULT – The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales combines stunning HD-2D visuals and exciting action-adventure gameplay for the first time!
Why similar: 2.5D 22.8%, RPG 14.8%, Nostalgia 14.1% ★, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Lore-Rich 11.2%
- #33 Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition
76% matchVery Positive89% of 14,719 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 18.4%, Nostalgia 14.2% ★, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, RPG 11.2%
- #34 BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster
74% matchVery Positive93% of 751 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
BRAVELY DEFAULT returns in HD! Relive the tale of the warriors of light. Enjoy strategic battles and over 20 different jobs. Plus modern gameplay enhancements and all-new minigames. The story of light and shadow that never fades is reborn.
Why similar: RPG 25.4%, 2.5D 18.8%, Emotional 16.5%, Fantasy 10.3%, Party-Based RPG 10.1%
- #35 OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,479 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 20.1 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: 2.5D 28.1%, RPG 22.5%, Party-Based RPG 13%, JRPG 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #36 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
73% matchVery Positive90% of 6,318 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Featuring fully voiced dialogue, beautifully enhanced graphics, and countless gameplay improvements, the genre-defining tactical RPG makes its long-awaited return.
Why similar: Emotional 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.1%, Magic 13.8%, RPG 11.8%, Fantasy 10.7%
- #37 COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 187 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 207.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Experience the origins of the SaGa series with the COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND, the first complete port of these hugely popular titles with new enhancements!
Why similar: 1980s 29.4%, RPG 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, JRPG 12.5%
- #38 Breath of Fire IV
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 549 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Master an array of skills and magic to unlock strategic victories in battle as you go head to head with unique enemies using powerful "Dragon Transformations" and combo actions! Follow the intertwining stories of Ryu and Fou-Lu to their thrilling conclusion in this classic RPG adventure.
Why similar: RPG 24.2%, 2.5D 23.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Party-Based RPG 10.8%, Magic 10%
- #39 WrestleQuest
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 596 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: 1980s 23.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, RPG 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Party-Based RPG 8.9%
- #40 FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS
75% matchMixed62% of 667 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 57.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take part in the epic sequel that unfolds nearly two decades after the events of FINAL FANTASY IV. Now enhanced for Windows PC.
Why similar: RPG 17%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Fantasy 12.7%, Magic 10.2%, JRPG 9.6%
- #41 Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered
72% matchVery Positive85% of 376 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- returns as a stunning remastered edition, with new gameplay elements and quality of life features! Get ready for an even deeper story and an even more thrilling adventure!
Why similar: RPG 32.4%, Turn-Based Combat 23.5%, Turn-Based 17.3%, JRPG 15.8%, Fantasy 9.4%
- #42 Visions of Mana
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,656 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 23.1%, RPG 17.1%, Party-Based RPG 13.7%, Magic 10.8%, JRPG 10%
- #43 Alterium Shift
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 111 reviews2023
Dev: Drattzy Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a journey through the living world of Alteria and experience its dynamic quests, unique turn-based combat, and choice-driven storylines. With three branching narratives and unforgettable characters, Alterium Shift is a retro-inspired JRPG that offers a new adventure with every playthrough.
Why similar: 2.5D 29.9%, RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, JRPG 7.8%, Fantasy 7.3%
- #44 Langrisser I & II
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 941 reviews2020
Dev: Chara-ani CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II.
Why similar: RPG 73.1%, JRPG 8.8%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%, Turn-Based 5.9%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #45 DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS
70% matchVery Positive91% of 748 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: RPG 36.4%, JRPG 20.5%, Fantasy 18.1%, Cute 13%, Colorful 10.7%
- #46 WiZmans World Re;Try
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 53 reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
WiZmans World Re;Try is HD remaster of legendary JRPG WiZmans World from Jaleco with enhanced 2D pixelated graphic and sound. Experience the vast world of Wizarest with 3 fairly like homunculis.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, Lore-Rich 15.1%, Magic 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, RPG 11.5%
- #47 Secret of Mana
71% matchMixed68% of 2,890 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!
Why similar: RPG 42.7%, JRPG 27.1%, Fantasy 15.5%, Cute 8.7%, Singleplayer 6%
- #48 Quartet
67% matchVery Positive96% of 373 reviews2025
Dev: Something Classic Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
A series of unlikely train robberies. A mysterious deck of cards. A fleet of deadly airships. An accidental mage. Choose from four stories, in any order, and discover how they intertwine in this turn-based RPG.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 20.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Magic 10.7%, RPG 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #49 Etrian Odyssey HD
68% matchVery Positive86% of 1,342 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 34.8%, RPG 32.7%, Fantasy 12.8%, JRPG 7.8%, Party-Based RPG 7%
- #50 DRAGON QUEST TREASURES
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 316 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Erik and his sister Mia dream of the day they can explore the world. One night they encounter a pair of otherworldly creatures, Porcus and Purrsula, and are whisked away to Draconia - a land full of treasures just waiting to be discovered.
Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Party-Based RPG 22.3%, JRPG 15%, Fantasy 11.2%, Emotional 10.2%
- #51 CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION
70% matchMixed61% of 2,446 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
CHRONO CROSS is an RPG that transcends time and space, unfolding across two interlinked parallel worlds. With over 40 party members to meet, people and dimensions will intertwine in this epic drama about the planet itself.
Why similar: RPG 20.8%, Nostalgia 18.8% ★, JRPG 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.6%, Magic 12.2%
- #52 KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-
66% matchVery Positive86% of 10,590 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.0 hrsMean: 44.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.
Why similar: Emotional 22.4%, RPG 21.8%, Magic 15.6%, JRPG 11.6%, Fantasy 10.4%
- #53 Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure
68% matchVery Positive94% of 202 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Dive back into your NIS roots and experience a game that laid the foundation for the beloved Disgaea series with Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure. Sharper graphics and updated image optimization bring this classic title into the present!
Why similar: Emotional 22.3%, RPG 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Fantasy 11.5%, JRPG 11.4%
- #54 8-Bit Adventures 2
67% matchVery Positive95% of 308 reviews2023
Dev: Critical Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 Combat 19.8%, RPG 15.1%, Party-Based RPG 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Fantasy 10.3%
- #55 Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars
68% matchVery Positive80% of 1,425 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars is an RPG set in a world of swords and sorcery, told entirely through the medium of cards.
Why similar: RPG 22.2%, Turn-Based Combat 19.1%, Turn-Based 14%, JRPG 12.3%, Fantasy 9.3%
- #56 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
66% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,136 reviews2026
Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: 2.5D 27.5%, Lore-Rich 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, RPG 10%
- #57 I am Setsuna
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,703 reviews2016
Dev: Tokyo RPG FactoryPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Inspired by the timeless classic Chrono Trigger, I am Setsuna is a great homage to the JRPG masterpieces of yesteryear. Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.2%, RPG 31.2%, JRPG 20.9%, Fantasy 9.8%, Atmospheric 4%
- #58 Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,115 reviews2025
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 20.5 hrsMean: 32.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter reimagines the first chapter of a beloved series, infusing it with enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Join Estelle and Joshua, partners bound by fate, as they unravel dark conspiracies threatening the peace of the Liberl Kingdom.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.6%, RPG 23.6%, Magic 16.6%, JRPG 15.6%, Party-Based RPG 9.5%
