- #1 Dragon Spirits : Prologue
97% matchVery Positive97% of 132 reviews2020
Dev: FHNBHJPub: indienova
Windows
While constantly working on a video game without any rest, a college student who's about to graduate quietly slipped into slumber several times. In those lucid dreams, he found himself in the game he was working on, the fantasy world of Dragon Spirits.
Why similar: Creature Collector 23.4%, Dragons 20.7% ★, JRPG 11.8%, Dungeon Crawler 8.7%, RPG 7.1%
- #2 Dragon Spirits 2 : Prologue
96% matchVery Positive97% of 78 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: Dragons 20.9% ★, Creature Collector 20.6%, Collectathon 15.9%, JRPG 11.3%, RPG 5.9%
- #3 Dragon Spirits 2
96% matchVery Positive88% of 181 reviews2024
Dev: FHNBHJPub: 2P Games
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: Dragons 23.2% ★, Creature Collector 22.4%, Collectathon 16.4%, RPG 6.4%, Tactical 4.9%
- #4 Coromon
94% matchVery Positive84% of 8,092 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 120 Coromon, explore six diverse biomes, and master strategic turn-based battles as you unravel a mystery that could change Velua forever.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33%, Collectathon 18.3%, JRPG 14.2%, RPG 6.1%, Turn-Based Combat 5.5%
- #5 Disc Creatures
95% matchVery Positive83% of 237 reviews2019
Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Capture and battle over 200 unique creatures in this retro-inspired monster-collecting RPG. Copy their powers with the revolutionary DiscKid and build your dream team. Explore a vibrant world where humans live alongside mysterious creatures in an unforgettable adventure full of secrets and strategy.
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.6%, Collectathon 22%, JRPG 13.7%, RPG 7.9%, Retro 5.2%
- #6 Siralim Ultimate
94% matchVery Positive93% of 2,548 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 34.3 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 31.4%, Collectathon 24.5%, Dungeon Crawler 14.3%, RPG 7.7%, Turn-Based Combat 5.6%
- #7 Cassette Beasts
93% matchVery Positive94% of 11,159 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 23.9%, Collectathon 19%, JRPG 14.1%, Comedy 8.4%, RPG 7%
- #8 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,157 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 44.0 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 29%, JRPG 21.4%, Comedy 10.1%, RPG 8.2%, Funny 7.5%
- #9 Where Dragon Spirits 龙魂在哪里
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 559 reviews2024
Dev: 冷笑黑妖Pub: 冷笑黑妖
Windows
The Dragon Spirits series crossover search game will keep your eyes busy. Find all the hiding Dragon Spirits. Well hand-drawn scenes filled with adorable dragons. Short gameplay that won't take up too much of the player's time. Very easy to grab all achievements.
Why similar: Dragons 34% ★, Creature Collector 32.9%, Collectathon 23.6%, Funny 5.2%, Comedy 4.2%
- #10 Mr. Saitou
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 509 reviews2023
Dev: Laura Shigihara
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short game about an average white-collar worker who struggles to find meaning in a life full of constant overtime and isolation. After an accident lands him in the hospital, Mr. Saitou is spirited away to a strange fantasy world where an unexpected friend takes him on a life-changing adventure.
Why similar: JRPG 28.4%, RPG 16.1%, Story Rich 11.5%, Funny 11.1%, Anime 8.7%
- #11 Dokimon Quest
90% matchMostly Positive75% of 986 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
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 37.8%, JRPG 19.4%, RPG 9.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Strategy 6%
- #12 Weirdlands
89% matchVery Positive98% of 59 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 30.3%, JRPG 24.3%, RPG 8.5%, Story Rich 7.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%
- #13 Dreamscaper
89% matchVery Positive88% of 3,185 reviews2021
Dev: Afterburner StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35.8%, RPG 34.9%, Indie 12.6%, Story Rich 6.7%, Adventure 6.6%
- #14 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
86% matchVery Positive90% of 3,517 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.7 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 52.5%, RPG 15.1%, Strategy 11.2%, Story Rich 8.6%, Adventure 5.6%
- #15 Dungeon Drafters
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 776 reviews2023
Dev: Manalith StudiosPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Dungeon Drafters is a mystery dungeon adventure set in a world where magic is cards, and cards are magic. Explore ancient ruins, loot rare cards and employ clever combos to defeat your foes and build the legendary spell deck that could save the world.
Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, Dungeon Crawler 22.4%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Strategy 9.2%
- #16 Chinbu's Adventure
88% matchMixed49% of 63 reviews2018
Dev: Xefier Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
A collectathon action rpg where you play as a young dragon named Chinbu with the unique ability to control all elements.
Why similar: RPG 56.3%, Adventure 24.3%, Indie 19.3%
- #17 Nexomon: Extinction
84% matchVery Positive90% of 4,057 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 51.7%, RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Funny 7%, Comedy 3.6%
- #18 Monster Crown
86% matchMixed56% of 1,047 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 28.1%, Collectathon 22.6%, JRPG 17.2%, RPG 8.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7%
- #19 Athenian Rhapsody
83% matchVery Positive90% of 371 reviews2024
Dev: Nico PapaliaPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Forge your own story and explore the world of Athens in Athenian Rhapsody, a souls-like platonic dating simulator with cooking-mama and WarioWare style battle mechanics... and by that I mean it's a choose-your-own-adventure action RPG with the ability to trade ENTIRE PLAYTHROUGHS between friends!!
Why similar: Creature Collector 45.4%, JRPG 21.5%, RPG 12.8%, Funny 7.2%, Turn-Based Combat 5%
- #20 Dust to the End
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,267 reviews2021
Dev: Haojoy GamePub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Nuclear war ended human civilization, but it could never uproot the evil within our hearts. Fight, trade, negotiate, raid– do whatever it takes to survive in the wasteland. You will have to be as clever as ruthless to thrive in a broken world, torn by war, cruelty, hunger and slavery.
Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, Turn-Based Combat 19.9%, Strategy 17.4%, Adventure 9.4%
- #21 The Dragons' Twilight
85% matchVery Positive94% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: G. A. Williams
Windows
Classic 90's Style Turn-Based RPG. All of the feels with minimal grind!
Why similar: Dragons 32.2% ★, JRPG 15.6%, RPG 11.6%, Retro 8.3%, Funny 4.9%
- #22 Virgo Versus The Zodiac
82% matchVery Positive92% of 963 reviews2019
Dev: Moonana
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dethrone the Zodiacs, revive the Golden Age and purge the Heretics that swarm the galaxy as Virgo, the queen of Purity, in this unforgiving timed actions turn-based JRPG.
Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, RPG 20.8%, Story Rich 9.3%, Anime 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #23 Siralim 3
81% matchVery Positive94% of 990 reviews2018
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 30.1%, Collectathon 23.5%, Dungeon Crawler 13.8%, RPG 8.3%, Retro 7.5%
- #24 Light Fairytale Episode 1
82% matchVery Positive82% of 267 reviews2019
Dev: miyu.works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A turn-based JRPG series featuring a modern presentation with a classic core. Episode 1 is the start of the adventure. Play as Haru and his childhood friend Kuroko as they defy an evil empire in the underground 'Lower City'.
Why similar: JRPG 32.3%, RPG 14.4%, Retro 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Anime 9.9%
- #25 Abalon: Roguelike Tactics CCG
79% matchVery Positive94% of 766 reviews2023
Dev: D20Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Abalon is a roguelike adventure that fuses tactical turn-based combat and card strategy. Choose your summoner and explore a tabletop world to discover its secrets. Build the perfect deck, outsmart your enemies and become legend!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.8%, RPG 17%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Strategy 10.9%
- #26 Dragon Cliff
80% matchVery Positive89% of 8,207 reviews2018
Dev: Meta Interaction
Windows
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Dragon Cliff is a Semi-Idle RPG game with deep and complex itemization/skill systems to support endless character builds. Players are to collect adventurers, kill monsters, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover scrolls and finally assemble the most powerful adventure team!
Why similar: RPG 33.8%, Dungeon Crawler 17.8%, Strategy 15%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, JRPG 6.6%
- #27 Kardboard Kings: Card Shop Simulator
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 481 reviews2022
Dev: Henry's HousePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Open your own Card shop by the seaside! Buy, trade and sell Cards, OR keep them for your own collection! Earn reputation with customers, beat your shop goals, unlock new decorations, and host exciting events to bring everyone to the best Card shop in town!
Why similar: Collectathon 47.1%, Funny 20.4%, Strategy 13%, Story Rich 10.8%, 2D 5.9%
- #28 Terra Memoria
78% matchVery Positive84% of 500 reviews2024
Dev: La MoutardePub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A shortage of magic crystals and the sudden awakening of ancient robots leads six new friends on an incredible investigation across Terra – a cozy and fantastic world that combines 3D and pixel art.
Why similar: JRPG 28.4%, Comedy 13.4%, RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Funny 9.4%
- #29 Crystal Story II
79% matchVery Positive94% of 333 reviews2015
Dev: Lanstrash
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Crystal Story II is a turn-based RPG that follows the story of a young Dragon on his quest to defeat an evil witch. He must seek allies to aid him on his journey and save the world from the oncoming invasion.
Why similar: JRPG 32.9%, RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Story Rich 10.3%, Anime 7.9%
- #30 One Lonely Outpost
77% matchMixed58% of 662 reviews2025
Dev: indie.io
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
An alien world sometimes needs a farmer’s touch to bring it to life. In this sci-fi, colonization-life sim, terraform a barren world: turn wastelands into verdant landscapes while exploring, farming, building, and unlocking all the mysteries of this strange new planet.
Why similar: JRPG 35.3%, RPG 27.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Indie 11%, 2D 5.1%
- #31 Terrain of Magical Expertise
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 165 reviews2021
Dev: NEO-C Productions L.L.CPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Terrain of Magical Expertise is a game about a game! Take on the role of a White-Hat Hacker in this non-linear, story-driven, RPG adventure, featuring an original turn-based combat system, hundreds of unique enemies, and a full cast of voice actors. Do all it takes to win the Campaign of Champions!
Why similar: JRPG 34.5%, RPG 20.9%, Comedy 15.3%, Funny 8.2%, Adventure 7.4%
- #32 Dragon Ruins II
75% matchVery Positive87% of 215 reviews2025
Dev: Graverobber Foundation
Windows
A dungeon crawler for tired people.
Why similar: Dragons 40% ★, Dungeon Crawler 32.7%, RPG 23%, Retro 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #33 Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout
75% matchVery Positive88% of 112 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Collectors
Windows · Linux
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.4%, JRPG 17.9%, RPG 10.1%, Retro 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%
- #34 Sheep in Dreams
77% matchMixed62% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: Cham ProjectPub: OTAKU Plan
Windows
One day, mysterious sheep began to appear in Hitsuji-chan's house! And strange things happen around everyone in the city... When you dream, you can enter the dream dungeon. Let's capture the dream dungeon and solve the mysterious phenomenon!
Why similar: JRPG 34.1%, RPG 21%, Comedy 10.8%, Anime 9.4%, Funny 8.1%
- #35 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
76% matchMixed69% of 136 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a turn-based, tactical RPG featuring strategic battles, intriguing puzzles and exciting quests. Customize your heroes’ unique, class-based attacks and abilities to defeat Father Eldritch's oppressive armies throughout dozens of unique, hand-crafted maps!
Why similar: JRPG 37.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Strategy 14.9%, Anime 13.1%
- #36 Dream Tactics
72% matchVery Positive93% of 702 reviews2024
Dev: Spectra Entertainment Inc.Pub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Dream Tactics is a GBA-styled strategy RPG with cunning card combos and deep character customization. Pick your party, manage cards to create unique playstyles, and outsmart hordes of pillows in turn-based combat to save the Dream World from its inevitable collapse.
Why similar: JRPG 33.8%, Tactical 12.8%, RPG 12.1%, Strategy 11.4%, Anime 9.8%
- #37 DreamEcho
70% matchVery Positive83% of 447 reviews2026
Dev: HotWaterStudio
Windows
"Dream Echoes" is an atypical top-down RogueLite ARPG centered on loot grinding and meta-progression. Explore the dream world, collect "Concepts", and enjoy highly free combinative combat. Upon waking, gather "Memories" to carry some "Concepts" into your next adventure…
Why similar: Creature Collector 50.9%, RPG 20.3%, Anime 12.5%, Adventure 9.7%, 2D 3.1%
- #38 Sunken Dragon
71% matchNo user reviews71% of 119 reviews2026
Dev: Pocket Game
Windows
This is a retro 8-bit pixel-style RPG. The game features turn-based combat, inviting players to explore the unknown in a fantastical world.
Why similar: JRPG 36.6%, RPG 29.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #39 Introvert Quest
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 149 reviews2017
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Introvert Quest is a comedy based JRPG set in a fictional, modern setting. Experience the life of a socially awkward shut-in who is pushed into herculean tasks by his therapist.
Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Comedy 17.6%, Anime 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, RPG 8%
- #40 Bing in Wonderland
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,161 reviews2023
Dev: Wanba Studio
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A Roguelite monster killing satisfaction galore without any exploration elements. The game is filled to the brim with exotic enemies and stages with a collection of deep and robust boons, weapons, and items plus an abundance of pointless features and useless details. (CONTROLLER SUPPORTED)
Why similar: Funny 60.6%, Indie 26.9%, Singleplayer 12.6%
- #41 Spirittea
72% matchVery Positive84% of 797 reviews2023
Dev: Cheesemaster GamesPub: No More Robots
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hey human, we've got problems! This town is crawling with troublesome spirits, and you're the only one who can see them. You'd better get that old bathhouse up and running, maybe that'll help them chill out!
Why similar: RPG 36.3%, Creature Collector 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Story Rich 10.2%, Adventure 9.9%
- #42 精灵幻境 Elven dreams
73% matchVery Positive85% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: 追风的鱼
Windows
Welcome to this elven-infused world, where you'll be free to capture the elves you want, control them into battle, level them up and evolve, and finally fuse into that unique "strongest elven"!
Why similar: Creature Collector 77.3%, Adventure 8.9%, Funny 8.1%, Singleplayer 3.2%, RPG 2.5%
- #43 Eternal Edge +
73% matchMixed69% of 779 reviews2022
Dev: Righteous Weasel GamesPub: Sedoc LLC
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Eternal Edge + is a casual Action-Adventure role-playing game following Cross, an Age-old warrior who is trying to wake his lost Wife from an Eternal slumber. Only together can they defeat the Skeleton King.
Why similar: RPG 26.3%, Funny 18.6%, Story Rich 15.7%, Anime 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%
- #44 Monsters' Den: Godfall
74% matchVery Positive84% of 563 reviews2017
Dev: Monstrum
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The popular dungeon-crawling RPG series returns! Take your party into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight in turn-based battles, loot and level up! Explore the land and uncover the mysteries of the Godfall!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41%, RPG 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Tactical 12.2%, 2D 4.6%
- #45 Dandy Dungeon - Legend of Brave Yamada -
73% matchVery Positive86% of 92 reviews2019
Dev: Onion Games
Windows · Mac
Are you ready for a story-driven, rom-com, roguelite puzzle game?! Yamada-kun (Age 36) is a game programmer who hates his job. Alone in his apartment, he toils to create his own game: an RPG, where he is the hero, Brave Yamada!
Why similar: JRPG 27.5%, Dungeon Crawler 24.7%, RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #46 Polylithic
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 353 reviews2026
Dev: polyperfectPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Polylithic is a survival game unlike any other, set in the most pivotal moment in mankind's history. Experience life as a Paleolithic hunter-gatherer, settle down as a Neolithic farmer, form tribes in co-op multiplayer, or go it alone in a world where the apex predator is still a distant aspiration.
Why similar: Story Rich 32.7%, Strategy 25.6%, Adventure 19.9%, Indie 15.1%, Singleplayer 6.7%
- #47 Portal Fantasy
70% 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 37.1%, JRPG 18%, RPG 10.7%, Retro 8.6%, Strategy 6.8%
- #48 99 Spirits
74% matchMixed59% of 406 reviews2013
Dev: TORaIKIPub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
99 Spirits is an RPG/Puzzle game that revolves around the popular Japanese folklore of Tsukumogami, everyday objects coming alive on their 100th birthday.
Why similar: JRPG 31.4%, RPG 22.6%, Anime 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Adventure 6.5%
- #49 The Nameless: Slay Dragon
66% matchVery Positive91% of 2,159 reviews2024
Dev: The Nameless EpicPub: WhisperGames
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Nameless: Slay Dragon is like a mix of CRPG and JRPG. In short - how to slay the immensely powerful and cunning evil dragon? You will play as a young man having a bloody feud with a dragon, and face powerful, sinister and tricky enemies with friends....
Why similar: Dragons 25.3% ★, JRPG 18.1%, RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Story Rich 8%
- #50 Devilated
68% matchVery Positive80% of 255 reviews2024
Dev: TrunkaPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Devilated is an ultraviolent RPG old-school shooter where you brutalize and cannibalize your demonic foes in equal measure. Eat their face before they eat yours.
Why similar: Retro 65.6%, Adventure 24.6%, Singleplayer 9.7%
- #51 Monster Sanctuary
67% matchVery Positive91% of 12,704 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 45.9%, JRPG 16%, RPG 7.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #52 Nigate Tale
68% matchMixed67% of 971 reviews2024
Dev: Hermit GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fight your way through a procedurally generated labyrinthic castle in this rogue-like dungeon crawler, set in a vibrant and colorful anime world. You’re lost in a spiritual realm, but powerful monster girls will help you get back home with new powers and weapons if you bring them the right presents!
Why similar: JRPG 30.4%, Dungeon Crawler 24.9%, Story Rich 10.5%, Funny 10.2%, Anime 10.1%
- #53 Trifox
69% matchVery Positive86% of 162 reviews2022
Dev: Glowfish Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Trifox is a colourful and cartoonish twin stick action-adventure featuring a phenomenal fox with a multitude of talents! Choose from a trio of classes – Warrior, Mage, Engineer – or mix-and-match abilities to create a tailor-made hero! Inspired by the golden age of 3D platformers.
Why similar: Collectathon 42.9%, Dungeon Crawler 33.1%, Funny 14%, Adventure 7.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #54 Caverns of Mars: Recharged
69% matchVery Positive79% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: SneakyBoxPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Race through caverns while blasting away enemies and terrain to reach the depths of Mars in this reimagining of the 1981 classic.
Why similar: Retro 69.6%, 2D 30.4%
- #55 Doomed Lands
70% matchMixed46% of 65 reviews2023
Dev: Nibb GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A diabolical demon dooms a teeming island to destruction. Five legendary lieutenants and their minions descend every seven days…but that allows ample time to prepare. Survive, craft, train, and gear up to defend the island!
Why similar: Collectathon 53.4%, RPG 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Adventure 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #56 Deepest Chamber: Resurrection
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 574 reviews2023
Dev: Balcony SoftworksPub: Those Awesome Guys
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Delve into the depths of Deepest Chamber: Resurrection, where card boosting is your key to survival. Employ this unique mechanic to augment your abilities, strategize your next moves and endure a series of increasingly perilous descents in this gripping rogue-lite, card-battling adventure!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32%, RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Strategy 13.6%
- #57 Dragon Ruins
66% matchVery Positive90% of 377 reviews2024
Dev: Graverobber Foundation
Windows
A dungeon crawling microgame for tired people.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 45.1%, RPG 41.3%, Retro 12.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #58 Technotopia
65% matchVery Positive85% of 731 reviews2024
Dev: YustasPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Welcome to Technotopia, a city-builder card game. Take on the role of an AI designed to build a perfect city. Build districts, meet the needs of diverse communities and maintain the delicate balance between factions vying for control over you!
Why similar: Strategy 80.9%, Singleplayer 19.1%
- #59 Blood And Zombies
69% matchMixed52% of 472 reviews2022
Dev: Wild MonkeyPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Blood, guts, meat. Humanity's waging total war against a horrific zombie apocalypse. Lead one of four of humanity's deadliest survivors against the horde in this first person, wave defense shooter. Load up your guns, set up turrets, sharpen your skills, and maybe you'll make it through the night.
Why similar: Singleplayer 100%
- #60 APICO
66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,050 reviews2022
Dev: ellraiserPub: Whitethorn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
APICO is a laid-back beekeeping sim game about breeding, collecting, & conserving bees! Set in a series of lush environments, APICO uniquely combines resource gathering, biology, and beekeeping minigames, taking ideas from a mix of real-life and fantasy apiculture & floriculture.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 40.9%, 2D 23.8%, Indie 23.1%, Singleplayer 12.2%