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Games Like Ekorella Vol 1

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, Turn-Based Combat, 2D, JRPG.

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A turn-based RPG set in a fantastic society of plants and animals. Fight against monsters and visit exotic places that have their unique culture and history. Beware of what lurks in the darkness...

Reviews: Very Positive — 100% — of 68 reviews
Released: 2025-01-22
Developer: Rockmaker Team
Publisher: ZNT Productions
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    Why similar: JRPG 34%, Funny 14.6%, RPG 11.8%, Fantasy 8.7%, Story Rich 6.9%

  58. #58 Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia
    64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,197 reviews2023
    Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Explore Gensokyo from an outsider's perspective in this old-school Touhou DRPG!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.5%, JRPG 21.4%, RPG 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Old School 7.5%

  59. #59 Etrian Odyssey HD
    65% matchVery Positive86% of 1,319 reviews2023
    Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.1 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: Dungeon Crawler 47%, RPG 16.1%, JRPG 14.3%, Fantasy 8.4%, Adventure 7%

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