- #1 Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
97% matchVery Positive95% of 2,481 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: JRPG 42.3%, RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Story Rich 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct inspiration for the seed game, this collection offers the definitive experience of the series that pioneered the 100-hero recruitment mechanic.
- #2 Chained Echoes
96% matchVery Positive89% of 7,983 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 20.1 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: JRPG 37.3%, RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Party-Based RPG 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: This indie masterpiece perfectly captures the feel of 90s JRPGs with a mature narrative and a unique turn-based combat system.
- #3 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
96% matchVery Positive94% of 16,633 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 29.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: JRPG 29.7%, 2.5D 16.9%, Party-Based RPG 12.3%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: The HD-2D visual style and interconnected character stories provide a polished, modern take on the classic party-based JRPG formula.
- #4 Metaphor: ReFantazio
95% matchVery Positive90% of 41,776 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 46.1 hrsMean: 55.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.
Why similar: JRPG 30.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, RPG 10.5%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%, Anime 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of modern Persona, this title delivers a high-budget, turn-based fantasy epic with deep social and political themes.
- #5 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
94% matchVery Positive93% of 11,885 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: JRPG 37.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.9%, RPG 10%, Story Rich 6%
Why You'll Like It: It remains the gold standard for modern traditional JRPGs, offering a massive world, charming cast, and refined turn-based combat.
- #6 Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising
94% matchVery Positive86% of 2,457 reviews2022
Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is an action RPG set in the same world as Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Features town-upgrading mechanics, fast-paced combat. A prequel to the world of the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.
Why similar: JRPG 29.5%, 2.5D 18.5%, Action RPG 11.2%, RPG 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: As a prequel to the seed game, it provides essential world-building and backstory for the characters and setting.
- #7 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
93% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,667 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: JRPG 45.4%, RPG 15%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Strategy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title excels at political storytelling and tactical combat, mirroring the war-focused narrative style of the seed game.
- #8 STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
91% matchVery Positive93% of 3,947 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: JRPG 41.7%, RPG 13.4%, Action RPG 10.7%, 2.5D 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: This remake masterfully blends 2.5D pixel art with 3D environments, offering a classic JRPG experience with deep character customization.
- #9 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,486 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: JRPG 25.9%, 2.5D 20.2%, RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Party-Based RPG 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical RPG is essential for players who enjoy the war-torn political intrigue and large-scale army management found in the seed game.
- #10 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,108 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.4 hrsMean: 61.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
The Special Support Section is back with more members and more cases to solve! How will this rag-tag group deal with the oncoming threats to Crossbell’s political stability while maintaining their team’s foundation?
Why similar: JRPG 44.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.2%, RPG 16.9%, Anime 9.4%, Story Rich 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers some of the deepest world-building and political storytelling available in the JRPG genre.
- #11 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
90% matchVery Positive95% of 14,598 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!
Why similar: JRPG 26%, RPG 17.1%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 10.8%, Story Rich 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on large-scale army management and tactical positioning, appealing to fans of the seed game's war mechanics.
- #12 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,048 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Why similar: JRPG 44.1%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, RPG 14.6%, Fantasy 6.3%, Story Rich 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a classic job system and turn-based combat that will feel instantly familiar to fans of traditional JRPGs.
- #13 LIVE A LIVE
89% matchVery Positive86% of 909 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 13.4 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: JRPG 44.1%, 2.5D 25.2%, RPG 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, 2D 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: Using the HD-2D engine, this game offers a unique structure of multiple protagonists across different time periods, similar to the large-cast focus of the seed game.
- #14 Visions of Mana
88% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,681 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 22.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 36.7%, Party-Based RPG 18.2%, RPG 12.1%, Action RPG 12%, Anime 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This vibrant fantasy RPG offers a party-based adventure that captures the whimsical yet epic tone of classic Mana titles.
- #15 The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak
87% matchVery Positive92% of 1,227 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 67.7 hrsMean: 71.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The spriggan known as Van Arkride, an underground professional, accepts any job, acting as detective, negotiator, or bounty hunter. Dive into the Trails series' latest chapter with intense combat, beautiful visuals, and a new alignment system in Calvard!
Why similar: JRPG 37.2%, RPG 14.1%, Action RPG 12.4%, Anime 8.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A modern entry in the series that balances traditional turn-based combat with action elements and a sprawling, character-driven narrative.
- #16 GRANDIA HD Remaster
86% matchVery Positive90% of 1,743 reviews2019
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., LtdPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Why similar: JRPG 47.6%, RPG 28.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Adventure 8.9%, Anime 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its incredible sense of adventure and one of the best turn-based combat systems in the genre's history.
- #17 Lost Eidolons
86% matchMixed68% of 2,355 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.
Why similar: JRPG 38.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.7%, RPG 10.2%, Story Rich 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that leans heavily into the themes of war, political betrayal, and character-driven drama.
- #18 Dark Deity
85% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,047 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: JRPG 27.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Party-Based RPG 13.5%, RPG 9.2%, Anime 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical RPG focuses on character relationships and strategic combat, reminiscent of classic Fire Emblem titles.
- #19 Crystal Project
83% matchVery Positive92% of 2,539 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 26.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 37%, Party-Based RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, RPG 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique open-world JRPG that emphasizes exploration and party customization within a charming voxel-based world.
- #20 Etrian Odyssey HD
82% matchVery Positive86% of 1,362 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.7 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: JRPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Combat 23.4%, RPG 20.6%, Party-Based RPG 8.3%, Fantasy 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Perfect for players who enjoy deep party management and challenging turn-based combat in a classic dungeon-crawling format.
- #21 Astria Ascending
84% matchMixed53% of 360 reviews2021
Dev: Artisan StudiosPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Explore a vast world on the brink of chaos in a mature, emotional JRPG. Experience an epic story with rewarding, turn-based combat and expansive customization rendered in glorious 4K hand-drawn visuals.
Why similar: JRPG 52.6%, RPG 19.1%, Fantasy 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8%, 2D 5%
Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful hand-drawn art and a mature story that explores the burden of heroism and duty.
- #22 I am Setsuna
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,706 reviews2016
Dev: Tokyo RPG FactoryPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.3 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: JRPG 51.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, RPG 14.7%, Anime 6.9%, Story Rich 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A melancholic, story-driven JRPG that pays homage to the classic turn-based combat of the 90s.
- #23 Breath of Fire IV
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 565 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 43%
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: JRPG 34.8%, RPG 17%, Party-Based RPG 14.4%, 2.5D 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A beloved classic that features a deep story, dragon-transformation mechanics, and a memorable cast of characters.
- #24 The Alliance Alive HD Remastered
82% matchVery Positive82% of 312 reviews2020
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Rise up and ignite the resistance in The Alliance Alive HD Remastered! Explore diverse realms, awaken new skills mid-battle, and forge alliances to challenge the Daemons that have taken over the world!
Why similar: RPG 57.5%, JRPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Anime 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a non-linear approach to party-based exploration and a unique combat system that rewards experimentation.
- #25 Edge Of Eternity
81% matchMixed70% of 4,002 reviews2021
Dev: Midgar StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Wage epic turn-based battles as you follow Daryon and Selene on their quest to find a cure to the all-consuming Corrosion in this grand tale of hope and sacrifice, created by a small team of passionate JRPG lovers.
Why similar: JRPG 31.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, RPG 10.4%, Action RPG 9.5%, Anime 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a grand story with a tactical turn-based combat system that features environmental interactions.
- #26 OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,528 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 21.7 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: JRPG 34.1%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, 2.5D 15.5%, RPG 15%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #27 SaGa Emerald Beyond
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 371 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: JRPG 31.8%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, RPG 9.1%, Action-Adventure 6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly experimental and non-linear JRPG experience for players looking for something mechanically distinct.
- #28 FANTASIAN Neo Dimension
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 624 reviews2024
Dev: Mistwalker CorporationPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Embark on an adventure to discover your memories and save the world from a mechanical infection. Maneuver your skill trajectories during battle, and dive into a new dimension with a unique twist on a classic RPG experience.
Why similar: JRPG 50.8%, RPG 18%, Anime 9.4%, Story Rich 9.3%, Fantasy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Created by the father of Final Fantasy, this game features unique diorama-style visuals and a refined turn-based combat system.
- #29 Alterium Shift
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 112 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: JRPG 31.9%, 2.5D 19.3%, RPG 16%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, Adventure 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A 2.5D JRPG that focuses on player choice and branching paths within a classic fantasy setting.
- #30 The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,796 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: JRPG 27.2%, 2.5D 18.9%, RPG 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Action RPG 9.2%
- #31 The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon
76% matchVery Positive93% of 675 reviews2026
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 76.6 hrsMean: 77.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
The future of an entire continent is at stake in this milestone entry in the Trails series! Explore the vast Calvard Republic with three different protagonists, nurture connections, and master powerful skills in both real-time and turn-based battles as you uncover the secrets at the core of Zemuria!
Why similar: JRPG 34.4%, Party-Based RPG 15.6%, RPG 12.8%, Action RPG 11.1%, Anime 7.6%
- #32 Legend of Mana
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,251 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 14.7 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: JRPG 38.8%, Party-Based RPG 19.6%, Action RPG 13.5%, RPG 12.4%, Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: This remaster offers a beautiful, hand-painted world with a focus on freedom and character-driven side quests.
- #33 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
77% matchVery Positive86% of 16,718 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 47.2 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: JRPG 39.9%, RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, 2.5D 8.4%
- #34 DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,899 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy.
Why similar: JRPG 28%, 2.5D 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%, RPG 9%
- #35 Sea of Stars: Sunset Edition
74% matchVery Positive89% of 14,855 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 19.5 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: JRPG 31.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.4%, RPG 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #36 LUNAR Remastered Collection
73% matchVery Positive92% of 608 reviews2025
Dev: ASHIBI Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: JRPG 39.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, RPG 12.1%, Anime 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #37 Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code
76% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2023
Dev: George Alexandros
Windows
Explore a vibrant world where ancient religions fuse with technology in this character-driven JRPG. Master deep turn-based combat as you battle with divine magic against beasts with mecha parts. Embark on a grand adventure to retrieve the sacred Babel code needed to face your Gods.
Why similar: JRPG 28.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Party-Based RPG 10.8%, RPG 9.2%, Anime 7.9%
- #38 SPARK IGNITES
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 255 reviews2026
Dev: Ignicorvus Studios
Windows
Spark Ignites - A pixel fantasy RPG where the Star God's Blessing grants one wish each century. Orphan Ash and Clover uncover its bloody truth during their pilgrimage. Holding a world-changing secret, will you steal divine power or defy the gods? Every choice writes a new ending.
Why similar: JRPG 27%, 2.5D 18.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, RPG 13.5%, Story Rich 5.4%
- #39 Our Adventurer Guild
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,311 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.9%, RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Anime 12.1%, Fantasy 9%
- #40 Heroes of Spyria
73% matchVery Positive91% of 67 reviews2023
Dev: Vesper Studios
Windows
A JRPG style fantasy game reminiscent of SNES classics. Guide Madilyn, Hiro and Winter as they embark on an epic quest to save Spyria from the mysterious LEGION.
Why similar: JRPG 41.3%, RPG 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Story Rich 7.7%
- #41 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
69% matchVery Positive93% of 4,666 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: JRPG 51.7%, Party-Based RPG 21.3%, RPG 7%, Fantasy 5.6%, Story Rich 5.4%
- #42 The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie
70% matchVery Positive94% of 1,202 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 72.8 hrsMean: 83.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Three different legends are about to unfold! Determine the fates of Rean Schwarzer, Lloyd Bannings, and the mysterious “C” in this climactic chapter of The Legend of Heroes series.
Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, RPG 16.6%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Anime 8.7%
- #43 CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION
73% matchMixed61% of 2,459 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 44.5%, Party-Based RPG 16%, RPG 12.9%, Story Rich 7.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6%
- #44 Alphadia Genesis
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 134 reviews2015
Dev: Exe Create Inc.Pub: KEMCO
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Alphadia Genesis chronicles an epic adventure with Fray and his investigative team from the Archleign Kingdom as they set out to solve a mysterious murder case in a nearby city. Immerse yourself in stunning 3D battles!
Why similar: JRPG 39%, RPG 23%, Anime 7.8%, Party-Based RPG 6.8%, Adventure 6.2%
- #45 Dark Deity 2
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,656 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before!
Why similar: JRPG 28.7%, Party-Based RPG 14.9%, RPG 12.3%, Anime 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%
- #46 Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
71% matchVery Positive84% of 11,116 reviews2018
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.
Why similar: JRPG 45.2%, RPG 17.3%, Anime 11.3%, Fantasy 6.9%, Action RPG 6.3%
- #47 Crystal Story II
72% matchVery Positive95% of 331 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%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, RPG 11.7%, Party-Based RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 7.3%
- #48 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
67% matchVery Positive88% of 3,578 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.
Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, RPG 11.4%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%, Action RPG 7.8%, Anime 7.7%
- #49 Alabaster Dawn
66% matchVery Positive95% of 2,071 reviews2026
Dev: Radical Fish Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Break Nyx’s curse and guide humanity's rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG from the creators of CrossCode. Battle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.
Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, 2.5D 17.4%, RPG 11.3%, Action RPG 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #50 Time Break Chronicles
71% matchVery Positive89% of 304 reviews2020
Dev: Warrior General Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Time Break Chronicles is a fusion of classic JRPGs and modern Roguelites, with a cast of 100 playable classes to find and unlock. Build your team, customize their abilities, and venture into a procedurally generated adventure through space-time and beyond!
Why similar: JRPG 34.3%, Party-Based RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, RPG 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #51 CHRONO TRIGGER®
70% matchVery Positive88% of 13,227 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 31.9 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: JRPG 53.4%, RPG 16.2%, Story Rich 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Fantasy 5.2%
- #52 8-Bit Adventures 2
68% 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: JRPG 32%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, RPG 9.3%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #53 Persona 5 Tactica
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,146 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Join the Phantom Thieves as they lead an uprising of the heart! Assemble an all-star team of heroes in a brand-new story in this thrilling combat adventure set in Persona’s iconic universe.
Why similar: JRPG 41.9%, RPG 13.9%, Anime 10.9%, Story Rich 7.7%, Strategy 6.9%
- #54 Anuchard
69% matchVery Positive83% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: stellarNullPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Anuchard has fallen. Generations after the fall, its surviving descendants have chosen you as the Bellwielder of the magical Audros Bell. Go forth, battle monsters, solve puzzles, and restore Anuchard to its former glory: A paradise in the skies!
Why similar: JRPG 28.2%, Action RPG 10.3%, RPG 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Anime 6.9%
- #55 BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster
65% matchVery Positive93% of 784 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: JRPG 35.1%, RPG 18.5%, Party-Based RPG 13.9%, 2.5D 11.2%, Anime 7.6%
- #56 The DioField Chronicle
70% matchMixed51% of 799 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
A gritty and immersive story brought to life with the latest technology. Introducing "Real Time Tactical Battle" (RTTB), a new, deeply strategic, real-time battle system. The beginnings of a new Strategy RPG, crafted by a skilled and experienced development team.
Why similar: JRPG 52.9%, RPG 24.8%, Strategy 11.1%, Story Rich 6.1%, 2D 3.5%
- #57 Sword of Convallaria
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,708 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 66.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.
Why similar: JRPG 42.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Anime 7%
- #58 Trinity Trigger
68% matchMixed66% of 116 reviews2023
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Caught in the middle of a divine clash of epic proportions that has left gigantic weapons towering over the landscape, Cyan and newfound allies Elise and Zantis set out on a quest to save the world…and defy the gods. Claim your fate in this fantastical adventure inspired by classic JRPGs.
Why similar: JRPG 37.8%, RPG 13.5%, Action RPG 12.5%, Fantasy 9.2%, Anime 8.5%
- #59 Trials of Mana
66% matchVery Positive91% of 5,721 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 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 34.8%, JRPG 33.7%, Action RPG 9.9%, Anime 8.2%, Fantasy 4.3%
