- #1 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,101 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 44.6 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: JRPG 31.9%, Turn-Based 17.7%, Funny 12.9%, Comedy 12.4%, RPG 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel that refines and expands upon every mechanic found in the third entry with even more content.
- #2 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,324 reviews2014
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A light-hearted turn-based RPG, heavily inspired by old 2D classics. You will battle through waves of cute enemies, grow your characters, explore a diverse world, solve puzzles, and of course, save the world. (Just updated to version 3!)
Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Turn-Based 17%, Funny 11.4%, Comedy 10.2%, RPG 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A polished bridge between the third and fifth games that maintains the series' signature humor and combat depth.
- #3 Epic Battle Fantasy Collection
96% matchVery Positive96% of 387 reviews2022
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
A collection of short and silly games from the early days of the internet. There's turn-based RPGs, shoot-em-ups, platformers, and more - updated with new quality-of-life features. Plus there's a whopping 150 achievements to collect, and a free soundtrack DLC!
Why similar: JRPG 60.1%, RPG 13.3%, Funny 8.5%, Anime 6.9%, Adventure 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: An essential compilation that provides context and history for the series' evolution.
- #4 Cthulhu Saves the World
95% matchVery Positive92% of 3,476 reviews2011
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!
Why similar: JRPG 55.8%, Comedy 19.1%, RPG 8.3%, Turn-Based 7.6%, Funny 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic parody RPG that mirrors the self-aware humor and turn-based structure of the seed game.
- #5 West of Loathing
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,279 reviews2017
Dev: Asymmetric
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
West of Loathing — a slapstick comedy stick-figure wild west adventure role-playing game.
Why similar: Comedy 25.8%, Funny 20.2%, RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based 17.3%, Great Soundtrack 8%
Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, stick-figure RPG that excels at writing and turn-based combat, matching the seed game's commitment to comedy.
- #6 Breath of Death VII
94% matchVery Positive84% of 1,465 reviews2011
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 40.0 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!
Why similar: JRPG 53.9%, Funny 11.5%, RPG 10.8%, Comedy 9.3%, Turn-Based 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled, comedic RPG that shares the same developer as Cthulhu Saves the World and focuses on fast-paced, witty gameplay.
- #7 Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,024 reviews2019
Dev: Moonsprout GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!
Why similar: JRPG 32.1%, Turn-Based 21%, Funny 13.3%, Comedy 11.5%, RPG 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, turn-based adventure that features deep combat mechanics and a lighthearted, humorous tone.
- #8 Doom & Destiny
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,425 reviews2015
Dev: Heartbit Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Be ready for the nerdiest adventure of your life! Journey with four everyday friends into this turn based hilarious jrpg filled with parodies and cameos! Explore a huge fantasy world full of secrets, monsters, dungeons and preposterous villains! Nerds are storming fantasy and it's awesome!
Why similar: RPG 30.2%, Comedy 24.1%, JRPG 24%, Fantasy 6.8%, Funny 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic comedy RPG that pokes fun at genre tropes while providing a solid, turn-based adventure.
- #9 Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 731 reviews2023
Dev: Deathbulge
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The party-based RPG where you kick down doors and fight with music as a 3-piece band of idiots.
Why similar: JRPG 42.4%, Funny 19.7%, Comedy 19.5%, RPG 14%, 2D 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A music-themed, turn-based RPG that leans heavily into the same kind of absurd, internet-culture-inspired humor.
- #10 Doom & Destiny Advanced
91% matchVery Positive91% of 434 reviews2016
Dev: Heartbit Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Four nerds walk into a dungeon. It’s not a joke, it’s Doom & Destiny Advanced.
Why similar: JRPG 34.1%, Comedy 16.2%, Turn-Based 14%, RPG 10.8%, Funny 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: An improved iteration of the original comedy RPG that offers more customization and refined combat.
- #11 Disgaea PC
90% matchVery Positive87% of 4,812 reviews2016
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The hotheaded Laharl seeks to be the next big Overlord in the Netherworld...and will destroy anyone that gets in his way! With his devious vassal Etna and the angel trainee Flonne as his unlikely allies, he must battle his way to supremacy and retake the throne in this over-the-top RPG adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 36.7%, Turn-Based 22.5%, Comedy 12.2%, RPG 9.9%, Funny 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, strategic turn-based combat paired with an over-the-top, anime-inspired sense of humor.
- #12 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1
89% matchVery Positive94% of 12,258 reviews2015
Dev: IDEA FACTORY Co., Ltd.Pub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 58.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!
Why similar: JRPG 43%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Comedy 10.6%, RPG 9.2%, Anime 9%
Why You'll Like It: A meta-humor-heavy JRPG that features anime aesthetics and turn-based combat similar to the seed game.
- #13 Cosmic Star Heroine
89% matchVery Positive89% of 1,048 reviews2017
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.
Why similar: JRPG 54.7%, RPG 10.3%, Comedy 8.5%, Funny 8.2%, Turn-Based 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced, strategic turn-based combat that will appeal to fans of the seed game's battle systems.
- #14 Fairy Fencer F
88% matchVery Positive89% of 2,380 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Long ago, the Vile God and the Goddess waged war with each other. Equally matched, they were sealed away in another world… Now a lazy young man named Fang somehow finds himself a key part of this war he’d really rather not deal with, but fate beckons in this uncommon RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 36%, Turn-Based 18.3%, Comedy 14.1%, RPG 9.3%, Anime 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, anime-styled RPG that focuses on character-driven comedy and turn-based action.
- #15 Jesus Christ RPG Trilogy
86% matchVery Positive86% of 1,601 reviews2016
Dev: Wholetone Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
A Role-Playing Game where you can play as Jesus Christ and the Apostles in turn-based battles
Why similar: JRPG 38.4%, Comedy 18.6%, Funny 16.8%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A meme-heavy, free-to-play RPG that embraces the same kind of irreverent, non-serious storytelling.
- #16 Saturday Morning RPG
87% matchMostly Positive76% of 554 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 23.1%, JRPG 20%, Turn-Based 19%, Comedy 13.9%, Parody 8.7% ★
Why You'll Like It: Uses 1980s nostalgia and turn-based combat to create a fun, episodic experience.
- #17 Virgo Versus The Zodiac
84% matchVery Positive92% of 956 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 35.1%, Turn-Based 20.9%, RPG 14.7%, Funny 10.4%, Anime 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A quirky, anime-style RPG with a unique combat system and a strong sense of humor.
- #18 Evoland
85% matchVery Positive83% of 5,974 reviews2013
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Evoland is a journey through the history of action/adventure gaming, allowing you to unlock new technologies, gameplay systems and graphic upgrades as you progress through the game.
Why similar: RPG 29.1%, JRPG 22.4%, Parody 11.8% ★, Funny 10.7%, Adventure 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A meta-adventure that evolves through the history of RPG mechanics, mirroring the seed game's playful take on the genre.
- #19 The Chronicles of Nyanya
83% matchVery Positive90% of 174 reviews2018
Dev: hamstercubePub: No Gravity Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
A sweet jRPG-style game about cats, brutal massacres, cuteness, racism and social issues, friendship, sinister thoughts, hilarity and Nazi furniture. It’s an epic attempt to blow your mind with adult themes hidden behind bright cartoon graphics.
Why similar: JRPG 42.5%, Comedy 19.6%, RPG 11.7%, Funny 8.9%, Fantasy 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A cat-themed, comedic JRPG that shares the same lighthearted, indie spirit as the seed game.
- #20 Crystal Project
81% matchVery Positive92% of 2,577 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 65.9%, RPG 20.2%, Adventure 7.4%, Fantasy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world, turn-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and unique character building.
- #21 Catgirl
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,965 reviews2025
Dev: City GirlPub: City Girl Games
Windows · Mac
Catgirl! The RPG where you're a cat and also a girl. I bet you'd like that, wouldn't you? You little freak. Haha jk, ur good.
Why similar: Funny 24.4%, Comedy 19.6%, RPG 18.8%, JRPG 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%
- #22 Grotesque Tactics: Evil Heroes
84% matchMixed62% of 468 reviews2010
Dev: Silent Dreams
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Grotesque Tactics is a highly addictive tactical RPG combining elements of popular Western and Asian console RPGs.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.1%, RPG 20.9%, Parody 13.5% ★, JRPG 11.8%, Funny 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A parody strategy RPG that mocks fantasy tropes with a similar level of absurdity.
- #23 Ara Fell: Enhanced Edition
81% matchVery Positive94% of 2,308 reviews2016
Dev: Stegosoft GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Explore a breathtaking world floating above the clouds in this classic fantasy RPG. Battle an ancient vampire menace, forge powerful bonds with your companions, and experience the definitive Enhanced Edition packed with new content and improvements.
Why similar: JRPG 42.2%, Turn-Based 26.9%, RPG 11.9%, Anime 5.6%, Fantasy 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully crafted indie JRPG that captures the classic feel of 16-bit adventures.
- #24 Moero Chronicle
82% matchMostly Positive70% of 628 reviews2017
Dev: COMPILE HEARTPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 22.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Io is a man who has no luck with the ladies, and now he's tasked with recruiting Monster Girls to save the world in this moe-filled dungeon RPG! Recruit 50 Monster Girls! Combine their Moe Traits! Build relationships with them and find out just how cute a monster can be!
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Turn-Based 15.7%, Funny 13.1%, Comedy 12.9%, RPG 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling, anime-style RPG that leans into humor and character collection.
- #25 Shadows of Adam
82% matchVery Positive89% of 266 reviews2017
Dev: Something Classic Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Gorgeous pixel art. Intense, blazing fast battles. An epic adventure. This is the must-play retro indie JRPG built for the modern era.
Why similar: JRPG 75.4%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based 7.5%, Indie 3.2%, 2D 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: A polished, turn-based indie RPG that focuses on tight combat and classic storytelling.
- #26 Undertale
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 338,064 reviews2015
Dev: tobyfox
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.
Why similar: Funny 26.3%, Great Soundtrack 24.2%, Comedy 21%, RPG 17.6%, Indie 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A genre-defining indie RPG that uses humor, meta-commentary, and unique combat to subvert expectations.
- #27 Rise of the Third Power
80% matchVery Positive88% of 593 reviews2022
Dev: Stegosoft GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
On the eve of history's greatest war, eight unlikely heroes rise to challenge an empire and change the fate of a continent. Rise of the Third Power is a story-driven RPG of political intrigue, sacrifice, and revolution.
Why similar: JRPG 58.1%, RPG 17.4%, Anime 8.3%, Fantasy 7.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based, indie RPG with a strong focus on political intrigue and character-driven humor.
- #28 Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass
79% matchVery Positive94% of 587 reviews2018
Dev: Kasey Ozymy
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
One day, Jimmy looked inside.
Why similar: JRPG 32.5%, RPG 30.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, Funny 13.4%, Indie 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A surreal and funny RPG that explores deep themes while maintaining a lighthearted, indie aesthetic.
- #29 Child of Light
78% matchVery Positive91% of 13,479 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft MontréalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35%, RPG 28.2%, Great Soundtrack 17.2%, Fantasy 10.3%, Adventure 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning, turn-based adventure that offers a more artistic take on the JRPG formula.
- #30 Cthulhu Saves Christmas
77% matchVery Positive91% of 340 reviews2019
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Eldritch horror saves Christmas for fun & profit in this fast-paced turn-based JRPG comedy.
Why similar: JRPG 53.1%, Comedy 16.3%, RPG 8%, Funny 6.3%, Parody 5.3% ★
- #31 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation
77% matchVery Positive92% of 3,352 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 62.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gamindustri has been taken over by a new threat, and the CPUs are nowhere to be found! It’s now up to their younger sisters to step into the spotlight and save the day in this hilarious, deeply customizable JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 34%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Comedy 12.2%, Funny 10.5%, RPG 8.5%
- #32 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation
76% matchVery Positive94% of 3,532 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 80.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Lost in an alternate dimension, Neptune must collect enough shares to get back home. Sounds easy – except the Seven Sages want to rid Gamindustri of CPUs, including Neptune! Help defeat them and return her to her own world in this JRPG – or be stuck in the '80s forever!
Why similar: JRPG 41.9%, Turn-Based 11.5%, Comedy 10.5%, RPG 10%, Funny 10%
- #33 Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Neptunia)
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 986 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 118.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In this chibi-style* strategy role-playing game you'll amass an army of game-referencing allies, fight on trap-laden maps, and beef up Lily Rank for crazy damage. But look out for status ailments or you might be (literal) tofu! You ain't seen the Neptunia characters like this before!
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Comedy 12.1%, Funny 10.9%, RPG 10.4%
- #34 ANOTHER EDEN
74% matchMixed68% of 2,062 reviews2021
Dev: WFS, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 181.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
[Single player JRPG] Take your cat on a time-traveling adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 47.9%, Turn-Based 21.3%, RPG 13.2%, Anime 5.9%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #35 Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
75% matchVery Positive82% of 3,572 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
Why similar: JRPG 52.7%, Turn-Based 19.9%, RPG 18.8%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%, Fantasy 3.1%
- #36 Incremental Epic Hero
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 328 reviews2021
Dev: HapiwakuPub: Idle System, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.2 hrsMean: 143.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Incremental, Idle, RPG, Japanese Anime Game! Incremental Epic Hero is a free-to-play idle game with Japanese cute anime!
Why similar: RPG 44.4%, Anime 24.9%, Adventure 14.9%, Cute 7.1%, 2D 4.6%
- #37 Megadimension Neptunia VII
73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,253 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 103.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
New challengers are taking control of Gamindustri, and Neptune's nowhere in sight. Now she’s gotta help a mysterious stranger fight a colossal new evil, reclaim her Goddess title, and find some time for pudding! Go next gen with Giant Battles and multi-worlds in this JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 37%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Comedy 11.7%, Funny 10.6%, RPG 8.5%
- #38 The Book of Legends
76% matchMixed67% of 290 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Huge RPG in the 16-bit style (Final Fantasy, Breath of Fire etc.), featuring an epic, exciting adventure in a fantasy world and packed full of characters (more than 30!), quests and secrets.
Why similar: JRPG 35.1%, RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based 13.9%, Anime 7%, Funny 6.7%
- #39 Fairy Fencer F Advent Dark Force
73% matchVery Positive85% of 2,388 reviews2017
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Long ago, a war raged between two powerful deities. Each was sealed away, their weapons scattered throughout the world. Our hero in this RPG, Fang, happens upon one such weapon and now he alone must choose which deity will awaken again!
Why similar: JRPG 32.1%, Turn-Based 16.7%, Funny 11.9%, Comedy 11.8%, RPG 9.3%
- #40 Beetle Ninja
71% matchVery Positive96% of 81 reviews2024
Dev: ProsciuttoManPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Saving the world sure gets stressful sometimes!
Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Turn-Based 20.1%, Funny 15.1%, Comedy 14.8%, RPG 10.6%
- #41 Khimera: Destroy All Monster Girls
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,409 reviews2016
Dev: Suits & Sandals
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.7%, Funny 22%, Adventure 17.5%, Indie 11.4%, Anime 10%
- #42 Ignis Universia: Eternal Sisters Saga DX
72% matchVery Positive92% of 249 reviews2020
Dev: Random Potion Oy
Windows · Mac
A short game with a long name. Mashes up JRPG battles with Visual Novel storytelling. Not entirely serious.
Why similar: JRPG 44.4%, Funny 19.2%, Parody 11.8% ★, RPG 10.2%, Anime 5.6%
- #43 Touhou: Fearless Frogslayer
69% matchVery Positive95% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: SilvaMemoria
Windows
Follow Cirno in this RPG adventure as she travels across Misty Lake and beyond, fighting fierce amphibious opponents, all to fulfill her contractual obligations to a certain disguised figure...
Why similar: JRPG 47.4%, RPG 26%, Funny 9.7%, Adventure 8.5%, Fantasy 3.6%
- #44 Eternal Senia
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 12,055 reviews2015
Dev: Sanctum Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Why similar: JRPG 34.1%, RPG 23.4%, Anime 19%, Great Soundtrack 13%, Fantasy 3.4%
- #45 Yorda's Quest: A Lighthearted Magic Fantasy RPG
67% matchVery Positive92% of 114 reviews2025
Dev: Gold-MonPub: Kagura Games
Windows
Laughs and legends await you! Join Yorda, the country bumpkin with hopes of heroism, on a light-hearted romp through the land! Fight demons, gain friends, and yuk it up in this parody of classic RPGs!
Why similar: RPG 43.6%, Funny 29.1%, Adventure 18.3%, Cute 6.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #46 Bad Bitch Blasters
66% matchVery Positive99% of 369 reviews2025
Dev: Goiaba Megas Xellox
Windows
In this mind-blowing insane-arcade RPG, Jennyfer takes down "The Organization" and summons The Legendary Devourer of Dead in order to wipe the planet.
Why similar: RPG 31.7%, Comedy 26.3%, Funny 20.5%, Adventure 11.4%, Memes 6.8%
- #47 Forever Home
71% matchVery Positive92% of 186 reviews2017
Dev: Pixel Blade Games
Windows
Retro RPG that takes inspiration from SNES and PS1 classics. Action turn-based battle system with skill learning, slots for stat boosting, equipment crafting, monster catching, rank based Colosseum, and side quests. 30+ hour emotional story with adult-oriented themes and powerful original soundtrack.
Why similar: JRPG 37.2%, RPG 29.3%, Funny 16.1%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 6.7%
- #48 Bakahazard 1+2
67% matchVery Positive100% of 244 reviews2024
Dev: 流比奈梦工厂
Windows
Embark on a journey of several can-be-seen-everywhere ordinary students from the "Breakfast High School" saving the world, in this simple traditional turn-based RPG that makes no sense at all.
Why similar: Comedy 35.3%, JRPG 22.1%, RPG 12%, Fantasy 8.9%, Adventure 8.8%
- #49 Pastelia Stories
72% matchMixed64% of 801 reviews2017
Dev: Maru Project Develop Team
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"Pastelia Stories" is a turn-based JRPG. You will be summoned into Pastelia world, and here begins your wonderful journey. Explore big world just like you want, pick any out of 30 companions, chose one of the story lines and factions to find your way back home.
Why similar: JRPG 44.5%, Turn-Based 19.9%, RPG 14.5%, Anime 5.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%
- #50 Half Minute Hero: Super Mega Neo Climax Ultimate Boy
71% matchVery Positive86% of 1,484 reviews2012
Dev: OpusPub: Marvelous
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
The world is at an end, and you have 30 seconds to save it!
Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, RPG 20.9%, Comedy 15.5%, Parody 13.5% ★, Funny 3.8%
- #51 Heroines of Swords & Spells
69% matchVery Positive94% of 676 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 35.2%, Turn-Based 22.6%, Funny 13.2%, Parody 11.1% ★, RPG 9.4%
- #52 Blood Wizard Odyssey
68% matchVery Positive94% of 106 reviews2022
Dev: GNOMEPUNKPub: We Buy Gnomes
Windows · Mac
An absurd comedy turn-based RPG about wizards in a blood world
Why similar: RPG 36.6%, Funny 29.3%, Comedy 18.7%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 4.1%
- #53 Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon
68% matchVery Positive90% of 166 reviews2023
Dev: Nico PapaliaPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Athenian Rhapsody: Thunder Goober's Personality Dungeon is a FREE dangerously goofy RPG with fast paced, unique combat and zany secrets and adventures. Your goal is to build your own rhapsody, the story of you - the player - an experience which cannot be replicated by others.
Why similar: JRPG 42.8%, Comedy 15.3%, RPG 14.9%, Funny 11.4%, Adventure 5.8%
- #54 The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
67% matchVery Positive87% of 8,059 reviews2020
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.8%, RPG 25.5%, Funny 15.5%, Adventure 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%
- #55 Soda Dungeon
67% matchVery Positive94% of 6,332 reviews2017
Dev: AN ProductionsPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.1%, RPG 33.5%, Comedy 9.7%, Fantasy 4.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%
- #56 Knights of Pen and Paper +1 Edition
69% matchVery Positive82% of 3,256 reviews2013
Dev: Behold StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.9%, RPG 25.2%, Comedy 10.5%, Funny 8%, Parody 6.5% ★
- #57 Bakahazard 3
63% matchVery Positive100% of 116 reviews2025
Dev: 流比奈梦工厂
Windows · Mac · Linux
An RPG that turns BAD ENDING from the prequel into GOOD ENDING! Follow the steps of Nobi and his classmates from Breakfast High School as they find themselves on another bizarre adventure after the prequel Bakahazard Series!
Why similar: RPG 41.3%, Comedy 36.4%, Adventure 10.8%, Anime 7.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #58 Heroines of Swords & Spells 2
63% matchVery Positive94% of 292 reviews2025
Dev: Kirillkrm
Windows
A game for players who adore humorous fantasy adventures. A sprawling turn-based JRPG offering 50 hours of meticulously crafted plot, engaging quests, and no unnecessary grind. Four gorgeous yet utterly misguided heroines set out on perilous yet wildly entertaining adventures.
Why similar: JRPG 42%, Comedy 21.1%, RPG 13.2%, Anime 6.9%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #59 South Park™: The Stick of Truth™
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 73,337 reviews2014
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
From the perilous battlefields of the fourth-grade playground, a young hero will rise, destined to be South Park’s savior. From the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, comes an epic quest to become… cool. Introducing South Park™: The Stick of Truth™.For a thousand years, the battle has been waged.
Why similar: Comedy 30.8%, RPG 22%, Turn-Based 19.2%, Funny 17.8%, Adventure 4.9%
