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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, Singleplayer, Fantasy, Adventure.

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Earthlock is an indie developed, adventure RPG inspired by the classic 3D RPGs of the late 90's, with a fresh take on turn based combat and character progression.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 73% — of 590 reviews
Released: 2018-03-08
Developer: Snowcastle Games
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 9.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 9.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 92%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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: JRPG 21%, RPG 19.3%, Party-Based RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Adventure 9%

  57. #57 Saturday Morning RPG
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 548 reviews2014
    Dev: Mighty Rabbit StudiosPub: Critical Depth
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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

    Why similar: RPG 44.2%, Turn-Based 23.3%, JRPG 12.8%, Indie 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.3%

  58. #58 Tower of Time
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 2,544 reviews2018
    Dev: Event Horizon
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A new kind of RPG awaits you. A story-rich dungeon crawler with innovative real-time combat that lets you pause or slow time. Tactical thinking is essential to succeed. Now with RPGlite and Permadeath for fast-paced game.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 25.3%, Party-Based RPG 19%, RPG 15.5%, Strategy 13.4%, Adventure 5.6%

  59. #59 CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION
    67% matchMixed61% of 2,383 reviews2022
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 20.3 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: JRPG 24.1%, RPG 19.2%, Party-Based RPG 16%, Classic 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%

  60. #60 Alvora Tactics
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 149 reviews2017
    Dev: Rad Codex
    Windows

    Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!

    Why similar: RPG 27.8%, Strategy 22.4%, Turn-Based 14.4%, Party-Based RPG 12.4%, Indie 8.9%

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