- #1 Dragon Spirits 2
97% 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 18.9% ★, Creature Collector 14.1%, Collectathon 10.4%, Surreal 7.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%
- #2 Dragon Spirits : Prologue
96% 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: Dragons 29.1% ★, Creature Collector 25.4%, JRPG 16.2%, RPG 7%, Strategy 5.5%
- #3 Dragon Spirits
96% matchVery Positive86% of 342 reviews2023
Dev: FHNBHJPub: indienova
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Dragons 20.9% ★, Creature Collector 20.6%, Collectathon 15.9%, JRPG 11.3%, RPG 5.9%
- #4 Dokimon Quest
94% 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 31.9%, JRPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, RPG 7%
- #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 28.2%, Collectathon 21.8%, JRPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Anime 7.2%
- #6 EvoCreo 2
94% matchVery Positive83% of 70 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 26.4%, JRPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Anime 8.5%
- #7 Anode Heart
93% matchVery Positive91% of 468 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 29.6%, JRPG 20.2%, Collectathon 17.8%, RPG 7.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7%
- #8 Crystal Story II
92% 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 28%, Turn-Based Combat 21.7%, RPG 11%, Anime 10.7%, Story Rich 9%
- #9 Tower of the Dragon
91% matchVery Positive99% of 93 reviews2024
Dev: ZeroHP
Windows
Tower of the Dragon is a story-driven, turn-based combat RPG. Treasures and secrets lie in the mysterious tower which appeared after the death of a young dragon.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.6%, RPG 24.6%, Anime 16.5%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #10 Portal Fantasy
90% 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 27%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.2%, JRPG 16.6%, RPG 7%, Exploration 5.7%
- #11 99 Spirits
91% 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 26.4%, Anime 16.6%, RPG 13.5%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #12 Hentaimon Prologue
89% matchVery Positive86% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: PinkySoul
Windows
Hentaimon is a old-school classic monster-catcher with a special lewd twist. Bond with Hentaimon and explore a broad world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, a mysterious threat awaiting defeat, and lots and lots of hentai. It's time for you to explore the wonder world of these monster girls!
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%, JRPG 16.5%, RPG 7.5%, Story Rich 7.2%
- #13 Nexomon
89% matchVery Positive89% of 1,837 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 60.3%, RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Adventure 6.4%, Anime 4.4%
- #14 Hero's Spirit
88% matchVery Positive91% of 82 reviews2020
Dev: mod.kitchen
Windows
Explore a vast, open world - evade or defeat its monsters, arm yourself with knowledge and equipment, unravel layer upon layer of secrets, and ultimately confront the very magic threatening to destroy everything.
Why similar: Collectathon 44.1%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Exploration 13.6%, RPG 12.7%, 2D 5.8%
- #15 Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout
86% 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 22%, JRPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Anime 8.1%, Story Rich 7.5%
- #16 Glyde The Dragon™: Prologue
85% matchVery Positive89% of 149 reviews2024
Dev: Valefor Games Ltd.
Windows
A standalone action adventure game where you play as a dragon! Use 8 elemental forms with more than 60 different abilities to defeat your foes! Explore the environment, collect crystals, complete puzzles and save other dragons!
Why similar: Dragons 57.5% ★, Collectathon 28.1%, Exploration 8%, Adventure 6.4%
- #17 Mount Serenity: Guardian of the Spirits
86% matchVery Positive84% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: CEON ArtsPub: Ahlman Games
Windows
Enter an ancient spirit world as a lost spirit and meet a dragon who needs your help. Explore three different, peaceful areas and collect runestones while moving forward with your rope. Look for the way towards the top of the mountain. Only you can save the forest and the soul of the dragon’s owner.
Why similar: Dragons 77.9% ★, Adventure 14.2%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #18 Cassette Beasts
82% 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 22.6%, Collectathon 18.1%, JRPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Anime 8.5%
- #19 Dragon Star Varnir
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 613 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory, Compile HeartPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fight in 3-tiered battles, devour your enemies, and customize your characters in this epic RPG to end the dragon's curse!
Why similar: Dragons 27.8% ★, JRPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Anime 8.7%
- #20 The Tenth Line
84% matchVery Positive84% of 155 reviews2017
Dev: Sungazer Software LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A console-style RPG featuring a colorful cast of characters, unique battle and level-up systems, quick 2D platforming action, and an original, fantastical story about friendship, faith, and finding your place in the world.
Why similar: Dragons 34.9% ★, JRPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #21 Doll Explorer Prologue
83% matchVery Positive95% of 250 reviews2021
Dev: Pico Games
Windows
"Doll Explorer Prologue" you can play a free thinking puzzle game where you choose commands such as "move forward" or "attack" to traverse a dungeon! In search of dungeon treasures, the adventures of apprentice witch Tia and her magical life form Doll begin!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 64.4%, 2D 19.5%, Singleplayer 9.4%, Indie 6.6%
- #22 Coromon
81% 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 28%, Collectathon 15.6%, JRPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Exploration 6%
- #23 Bloomtown: A Different Story
80% matchVery Positive85% of 1,658 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 25.7%, JRPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, RPG 8.5%
- #24 Mrs. Santa's Gift Hunt
82% matchVery Positive92% of 60 reviews2020
Dev: Tuomo LainePub: Tuomo's games
Windows
Mrs.Santa's Gift Hunt is a short JRPG colecthathon, where you must find missing presents. Multiple endings and an adventure awaits you. Can you find all the presents?
Why similar: Collectathon 26.6%, JRPG 24.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Female Protagonist 11%, Exploration 8.3%
- #25 Fae Tactics
81% matchVery Positive85% of 1,752 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
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 Tactics 29.5%, RPG 16.6%, Tactical 14.7%, Strategy 13.7%, Creature Collector 12.4%
- #26 EvoCreo
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 88 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 30.6%, JRPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Anime 8.4%
- #27 Weirdlands
78% 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: JRPG 24.8%, Creature Collector 24.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Anime 11.2%, Story Rich 8.2%
- #28 The Dragoness: Command of the Flame
79% matchMixed69% of 173 reviews2022
Dev: Crazy Goat GamesPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Dragoness mixes HOMM-like exploration, city-building and turn-based strategic combat, with a roguelite twist. Choose your battles, paths and skills as you explore a world ravaged by war. Gather and manage your army of beasts, collect resources and expand your city.
Why similar: Dragons 29.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Tactical 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Strategy 8.3%
- #29 Soul Hackers 2
77% matchMixed66% of 3,331 reviews2022
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a supernatural RPG with stylish summoners and dark dangers lurking under the neon lights of a cyberpunk Japan. It is up to Ringo, an agent of Aion, to save the world from apocalypse.
Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, Turn-Based Combat 19.9%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, RPG 12.1%, Creature Collector 10.1%
- #30 Heroines of Swords & Spells
77% matchVery Positive94% of 679 reviews2020
Dev: Kirillkrm
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: JRPG 23.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Exploration 7.9%
- #31 Didnapper 2
76% matchVery Positive96% of 190 reviews2021
Dev: DID Games
Windows · Mac
Didnapper 2 is a story-focused JRPG adventure featuring lots, lots of DiD (damsel in distress) scenes! Play as the magically-gifted hero Seles and try to avoid capture or escape your bonds, as she tries to uncover the secrets of the world with a party of misfits.
Why similar: JRPG 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Anime 13.5%, RPG 8.7%
- #32 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
73% 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 45.4%, RPG 11.8%, Strategy 11.2%, Story Rich 9.7%, Exploration 9.4%
- #33 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 9,079 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 24.5 hrsMean: 34.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.
Why similar: Creature Collector 29.5%, JRPG 19.3%, Dragons 16.2% ★, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, RPG 9.9%
- #34 DragonLoop: Prologue
74% matchVery Positive93% of 84 reviews2025
Dev: 沙因小分队
Windows
The heroine who lost her memory was trapped in a five-day loop. Connect with your partners to travel through a world with strange time changes, continue to become stronger, retrieve memories, and understand the truth. The game is a time loop Metroidvania.
Why similar: Dragons 65.2% ★, Female Protagonist 16.6%, RPG 7.4%, Adventure 4.2%, 2D 2.8%
- #35 Knights of Messiah IF: Castle in an Alternate Dimension
74% matchVery Positive95% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: GyuPub: Tensei Games
Windows
Enjoy traveling around the beautiful world of Knights of Messiah as the leader of a party of adventurers! When Alicia and Maya are captured by the evil prince of Windsor, Ritz, you and your friends must explore dungeons in search of the Gemstones that'll allow you to access his castle!
Why similar: Dragons 30.1% ★, JRPG 25.4%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, RPG 9.4%, Anime 8%
- #36 Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess
75% matchVery Positive88% of 68 reviews2023
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Join Kururu on her journey to find true love and experience the charm of Rhapsody II's storybook adventure!
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.8%, JRPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Anime 9.3%, RPG 8.9%
- #37 The Nameless: Slay Dragon
73% 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 23.8% ★, Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, JRPG 16.7%, RPG 9.1%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #38 SOULVARS
73% matchVery Positive83% of 108 reviews2023
Dev: ginolaboPub: SHUEISHA GAMES
Windows
Get ready to ignite your SOUL! SOULVARS is a pixel art, turn-based deckbuilding RPG inspired by classic JRPGs with a modern twist. Unravel a dark conspiracy as your party of Soulbearers faces off against invading Dominators in dynamic, action-packed battles.
Why similar: JRPG 22.4%, Collectathon 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Anime 10.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #39 Lord Ambermaze: Prologue
72% matchVery Positive95% of 116 reviews2024
Dev: Potata CompanyPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Lord Amber maze: Prologue is a free entry to a turn-based dungeon-crawler set in a labyrinth of frozen time. Plan each move carefully, battle quirky monsters, and solve intricate puzzles, one dungeon at a time.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 43.1%, RPG 18.5%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Strategy 13.2%, 2D 6.5%
- #40 D.N.Age
76% matchMixed54% of 69 reviews2016
Dev: REMIMORY
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
‘D.N.Age’ features a DNA system that will open your eyes to a new, never-before-seen world of monster merging. Improve the DNA of your monsters to create stronger specimens and form a party to complete quests!
Why similar: JRPG 23.6%, Anime 14.4%, RPG 12.9%, Tactical 11.8%, Strategy 10%
- #41 Gumballs & Dungeons
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,881 reviews2025
Dev: QcplayPub: UltraPlayers
Windows
Embark on a free, exciting roguelike adventure with Gumballs & Dungeons! Collect and find hundreds of Gumballs, all with their own unique abilities, and create a synergistic team to tackle procedurally generated dungeons, discovering secrets and a trove of easter eggs as you explore!
Why similar: RPG 29.2%, Strategy 23.3%, Exploration 18.6%, Adventure 16.1%, 2D 7.8%
- #42 Chinbu's Adventure
75% 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 50.8%, Adventure 32.9%, Indie 16.3%
- #43 Multiverse loot Hunter - Three Kingdoms
70% matchVery Positive81% of 221 reviews2024
Dev: 游戏养家工作室
Windows
This is a brush treasure adventure game across the heavens. The protagonist awakens his powers and freely passes through different planes such as Xiuxian, history, Wuxia, magic, and future. Collect equipment, spirits, characters and cheats distributed across all planes through battle.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.2%, JRPG 29%, RPG 14.8%, Exploration 10.6%, Adventure 5.3%
- #44 Monster Girls and the Mysterious Adventure 2
71% matchVery Positive89% of 347 reviews2022
Dev: NEKOTOKAGE GAMES
Windows
This is a "Mysterious Dungeon" style roguelike game where the terrain changes with each challenge. Make the monsters your "Friends" and go on a new adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 34.2%, RPG 30.3%, Strategy 21.1%, Anime 7.5%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #45 Digimon Story Time Stranger
66% matchVery Positive89% of 22,687 reviews2025
Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 29.4 hrsMean: 40.3 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 29.5%, JRPG 22.8%, Collectathon 16.8%, Anime 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #46 Reborn: An Idle Roguelike RPG
70% matchMixed66% of 155 reviews2025
Dev: Blake Farnsworth
Windows · Mac
A tactical idle roguelike RPG where you progress through auto-battles, gather resources, craft gear, and brew stat-boosting potions. Build your character, shape a village of evolving NPCs, and uncover hidden truths in a story-driven world that rewards curiosity and time.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 42.7%, 2D 33.7%, RPG 19.4%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #47 Axial Disc 1
71% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2021
Dev: Sawyer FriendPub: Gem Games
Windows
A modern turn-based deckbuilding JRPG involving party synergy for attacks that features unique pixel art and chiptune music!
Why similar: JRPG 24.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Anime 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #48 Monster Lab Simulator: Prologue
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 110 reviews2025
Dev: Round3 StudiosPub: Kiki Games
Windows
Monster Lab Simulator is a creature collector where you create, raise, and battle monsters in your own lab. Synthesize essences, hatch eggs, expand your collection, and build the ultimate team!
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.7%, Collectathon 34.5%, RPG 8.6%, Strategy 7.5%, Indie 1.7%
- #49 Etheria: Restart
69% matchMixed57% of 380 reviews2025
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 55.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Etheria is an Ethereal Hero RPG. To preserve the flame of civilization, humanity transfers their consciousness into the virtual world "Etheria". And you, as a Hyperlinker, will enter the virtual world to uncover the hidden truths of Etheria.
Why similar: JRPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Anime 10.3%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #50 Ghostlords
71% matchVery Positive91% of 79 reviews2016
Dev: Kyle Rodgers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Ghostlords is a strategic turn-based RPG that tells the story of a post-apocalyptic haunted Great Britain. Experience the new world, capture wild spirits, and put together a team of ghosts to help you battle the forces of evil.
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.6%, RPG 25.9%, Strategy 21.1%, Adventure 14.5%, Indie 7.9%
- #51 Spirits of The Silicium Forest
68% matchVery Positive91% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: PixelGreeds
Windows · Linux
SotSF is a turn-based rogue-like game with deck-building elements, in the aesthetics of Mesoamerica and transhumanism. Position yourself on the battlefield, build and utilize various combinations of abilities to defeat the mysterious spirits of the Silicium Forest. Has “Story” and “Roguelite” modes.
Why similar: Tactical 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Female Protagonist 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Strategy 11.1%
- #52 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
67% matchVery Positive83% of 17,229 reviews2021
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 16.4 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.
Why similar: Dragons 29.7% ★, Creature Collector 24.6%, JRPG 22.3%, RPG 9.3%, Exploration 6.2%
- #53 Dream Tactics
67% 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 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Tactical 15.9%, Anime 11%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #54 WitchSpring R
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 8,230 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Female Protagonist 14%, RPG 12.4%, Anime 10.5%
- #55 Monster Tribe
70% 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 31.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, JRPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Exploration 7.9%
- #56 Dragon Cliff
68% 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 35.2%, Strategy 20%, Turn-Based Combat 18.2%, JRPG 9.7%, Adventure 8.8%
- #57 Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers Prologue
66% matchVery Positive95% of 482 reviews2024
Dev: Dino RocketPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Begin your monster-taming journey in Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers Prologue. Fight, collect, upgrade and evolve Kādomon to build your ultimate team in this prologue version of Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers. Experience the brand-new features, mechanics and Kādomon for the first time.
Why similar: Creature Collector 59.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.6%, Strategy 12.9%, 2D 4.8%