- #1 The Book of Legends
97% 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: RPGMaker 65.3% ★, RPG 19%, Anime 4.6%, Adventure 4.4%, Indie 4%
- #2 Moonchild
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 160 reviews2016
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
What kind of danger can a mother face to rescue her child? Moonchild is a unique and enthralling 16-bit style RPG adventure featuring 9 amazing characters, plenty of sidequests and countless items and spells.
Why similar: RPGMaker 61.3% ★, RPG 19%, Adventure 5.4%, Indie 4.7%, Casual 3.7%
- #3 Freedom Cry
96% matchMixed57% of 90 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Freedom Cry is a 16-bit style RPG made by the same team behind Valiant, Vagrant Hearts and Ashes of Immortality. A must-have for retro RPG fans with a focus on storyline and characters.
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.9% ★, RPG 23.6%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 8.6%, Casual 7.2%
- #4 Undefeated
95% matchVery Positive81% of 180 reviews2015
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
16-bit RPG magic is back! Can you stop the Wastelands from spreading and overtaking the world? Play as Marcus, Bastien and Fela, 3 army conscripts with little liking for their new life, yet who find themselves engulfed in a mystery that could very well cause the demise of their nation.
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.2% ★, RPG 17.2%, Indie 5.8%, Strategy 5.1%, Adventure 4.5%
- #5 Fated Souls
94% matchMixed56% of 80 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore magical lands and discover your inner self in this exciting 16-bit style RPG from the same team that made Vagrant Hearts and Ashes of Immortality and featuring up to 20-30 hours of playtime.
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.4% ★, RPG 23%, Indie 7.6%, Adventure 5.3%, Casual 3.3%
- #6 Last Heroes 4
94% matchMixed67% of 52 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, with the epic finale of the Last Heroes saga!
Why similar: RPGMaker 59% ★, RPG 15.1%, Strategy 8.3%, Adventure 7.5%, Indie 5.5%
- #7 A Timely Intervention
93% matchVery Positive84% of 58 reviews2017
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
"A Timely Intervention" is an innovative RPG featuring animated battle visuals, polished gameplay mechanisms, an intricate storyline and a cast of colourful characters. Developed by the team behind "The Tale of a Common Man", it's a must-have for fans of the genre!
Why similar: RPGMaker 52.9% ★, RPG 15.4%, Strategy 7%, Adventure 6.1%, Anime 5.3%
- #8 OH! RPG!
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 397 reviews2015
Dev: RosePortal GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Heroes always win! But what happens to those who don't? Play as unique and colorful characters as the world comes to an end after our heroes' utter defeat.
Why similar: RPGMaker 64.3% ★, RPG 14.6%, Strategy 6.1%, Adventure 5.2%, Indie 4.3%
- #9 Grimoire Chronicles
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 108 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Join Myra, a young witch, on a fantastic journey to save her best friend! 10 Playable Characters, 20 Side-Quests and 15 Secret Areas to discover!
Why similar: RPGMaker 43.6% ★, RPG 21.3%, Strategy 11%, Adventure 9.9%, Indie 7.3%
- #10 Ashes of Immortality II
91% matchMixed46% of 56 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A whole new side to the Ashes of Immortality saga! Defeat your enemies and complete sidequests in this compelling 16-bit saga inspired by Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest.
Why similar: RPGMaker 57.1% ★, RPG 22%, Adventure 8.4%, Indie 6.5%, Casual 6%
- #11 3 Stars of Destiny
90% matchMixed60% of 247 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
In this extensive old-school RPG, explore countless unique places, defeat tons of enemies and complete richly developed quests. The game features addictive gameplay and an adventure worth about 40H of playtime.
Why similar: RPGMaker 62.2% ★, RPG 19.1%, Adventure 5.5%, Indie 4.9%, Anime 4.3%
- #12 Wind Child
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 114 reviews2016
Dev: Valkyria Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Five souls, brought together in a simple rescue mission, come to learn that they are more connected than they had believed. Classic RPG goodness and intriguing storyline with this RPG from Valkyria Studios.
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.6% ★, RPG 18.4%, Adventure 8.1%, Indie 6%, Casual 5.1%
- #13 Last Heroes
89% matchMixed69% of 125 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, and embark on a quest with Viktor as he makes new friends, experiences dreams, and discovers his destiny.
Why similar: RPGMaker 61.6% ★, RPG 18.3%, Adventure 8.4%, Indie 6.2%, Casual 5.5%
- #14 Millennium 5 - The Battle of the Millennium
88% matchMixed60% of 68 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
How can 13 peasants challenge 13 rich, powerful and well-educated martial artists? Enter the final, grandiose episode of a saga no stranger to the likes of Karate Kid, and carrying an uplifting message of hope, perseverence and friendship.
Why similar: RPGMaker 57.2% ★, RPG 21.9%, Adventure 7.4%, Indie 6.9%, Story Rich 3.7%
- #15 Millennium - A New Hope
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 440 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Traverse through rich, detailed environments, recruit colorful characters and fight your way through dangerous hordes of enemies in this exciting old-school RPG incorporating 40 quests, 26 secret rooms, 8 animal kings and countless secrets and items to discover.
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.2% ★, RPG 16.4%, Story Rich 6.7%, Strategy 6.6%, Adventure 6.1%
- #16 The Deal
86% matchVery Positive87% of 86 reviews2017
Dev: Orfeas Game StudioPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The Deal unravels the story of Cyrus, Myrella, Jonathan and Donna, while they traverse through the colorful continent of Carca, in a 10+ hours enthralling adventure!
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.6% ★, RPG 15%, Strategy 8.6%, Adventure 7.2%, Indie 5.8%
- #17 Asguaard
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 120 reviews2015
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Ready for a huge adventure? Welcome to the magical world of Asguaard, and delve into an RPG that can span over 100 hours! Dwarves in the cold region of Roya believe that only a human with a soul can overcome the dreaded Thanatos and its Pandora Box... are you this one?
Why similar: RPGMaker 55.6% ★, RPG 19.3%, Adventure 7%, Indie 5.9%, Strategy 4.6%
- #18 Girlfriend Rescue
85% matchVery Positive85% of 229 reviews2015
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Girlfriend Rescue is a thrilling adventure where the gameplay of "Dragon Quest" meets the atmosphere of "Streets of Rage". Innovative, mixing rogue-style RPG and Beat'em Up atmosphere in a unique way, this game features a great deal of strategy through a mix of character selection & creative skills.
Why similar: RPGMaker 64.7% ★, RPG 16.4%, Strategy 8.4%, Anime 6.6%, Indie 4%
- #19 Last Heroes 3
84% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, and embark on a quest with Amelia and Roland as they make new friends, experience dreams, and discover their destiny.
Why similar: RPGMaker 66.4% ★, RPG 12.3%, Strategy 7%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 4.5%
- #20 Valiant: Resurrection
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 70 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Explore the lands of Sirenus Bay, God’s Garden, Whitebleak, Fort Ember, God Snare, and the mysterious Immortal’s Abyss. Are you brave enough for this adventure?
Why similar: RPGMaker 57.5% ★, RPG 22.4%, Indie 7.2%, Adventure 5.2%, Story Rich 4.1%
- #21 Doom & Destiny
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,412 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: RPGMaker 61.9% ★, RPG 25.9%, Indie 6.6%, Strategy 4.3%, Adventure 1.3%
- #22 Arevan
83% matchMixed48% of 66 reviews2015
Dev: Overcloud9Pub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arevan is an adventure RPG with an original storyline, enjoyable features and interesting game play. Travel with Maurean as he makes his way through challenging puzzles, gut-wrenching monsters, and intriguing side quests.
Why similar: RPGMaker 56.3% ★, RPG 24.1%, Indie 7.7%, Adventure 7%, Casual 5%
- #23 Destiny Warriors RPG
82% matchMixed52% of 1,218 reviews2015
Dev: ninjalexPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An epic 12 hour RPG. Thirteen years after incredibly powerful spirit beasts were sealed in the souls of children, they threaten to break free and cause havoc across the land. It's up to four friends from the elite warrior training academy to find the key to stopping these evil spirits once and for all.
Why similar: RPGMaker 69% ★, RPG 14.4%, Anime 8.1%, Adventure 5%, Indie 3.4%
- #24 Subterra
82% matchMixed65% of 128 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
An epic 10 hour adventure in the underworld of Subterra. Earth is but a memory and the mighty Devordor casts a shadow of evil over all that remains. Can you reclaim your home? Can you escape Subterra?
Why similar: RPGMaker 62.6% ★, RPG 18.2%, Anime 7.2%, Adventure 6.7%, Indie 5.2%
- #25 Storm Of Spears RPG
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 602 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!
Why similar: RPGMaker 67.9% ★, RPG 15.1%, Anime 9.7%, Adventure 4%, Indie 2.4%
- #26 Labyronia RPG
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,408 reviews2015
Dev: LabyrinthinePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 66.3% ★, RPG 19.1%, Adventure 4.9%, Anime 4.5%, Indie 2.5%
- #27 Astoria: The Holders of Power Saga
79% matchVery Positive92% of 89 reviews2017
Dev: Golden Unicorn Gaming Inc
Windows
Astoria: The Holders of Power Saga is a charming 35+hr RPG with an epic, twisting story, containing intricate characters and cinematic cutscenes. done in classic 90's, RPG-style storytelling.
Why similar: RPGMaker 61.9% ★, RPG 16.2%, Strategy 8.9%, Adventure 7.4%, Indie 5.7%
- #28 Forever Home
78% matchVery Positive92% of 183 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: RPGMaker 51.5% ★, RPG 27.4%, Adventure 11.7%, Indie 9.4%
- #29 Dreamscape
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 68 reviews2015
Dev: Aldorlea GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Addictive RPG with bits of strategy to enhance the gameplay, Dreamscape can be played in 4 different modes and features different rewards for completing them. You even get bonus heroes if you complete a mode without using the healing goddess!
Why similar: RPGMaker 56% ★, RPG 17.3%, Strategy 7.5%, Adventure 6.6%, Indie 5.3%
- #30 Final Battle
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: Cherry Bloom
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Final Battle features an enthralling story with many twists and turns, and a gameplay to satisfy the itch of RPG players. It is a must-have for fans of the old Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest and Breath of Fire.
Why similar: RPGMaker 60.3% ★, RPG 13.6%, Strategy 6.5%, Adventure 5.6%, Anime 4.2%
- #31 Arvale
78% matchMostly Positive70% of 120 reviews2015
Dev: Jaybot7Pub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Legends say he saved the world. Too bad he doesn't remember, because to save it again, Duncan must retrieve his memories, in this exciting 20-hour RPG full of quests and hilarious dialogues!
Why similar: RPGMaker 57.4% ★, RPG 21%, Indie 6.9%, Adventure 6.5%, Casual 4.6%
- #32 Beyond Reality
76% matchVery Positive81% of 181 reviews2016
Dev: EternalShadow StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Join the crew of the Alpha Omega Company in a journey through science fiction and fantasy, as secrets lie beyond the reality you've always known. Prevent a war, abolish pollution and rewrite history in the very fabric of the world's past!
Why similar: RPGMaker 65.6% ★, RPG 13.8%, Strategy 6.6%, Adventure 5.4%, Indie 4.3%
- #33 Jade's Journey
77% matchMixed60% of 84 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Join Jade in her journey to master her powers and save her father! Jade is a regular girl living in a regular village until one day... it all changes.
Why similar: RPGMaker 53.5% ★, RPG 17.7%, Strategy 8.9%, Adventure 8.1%, Indie 6.2%
- #34 BADASS
76% matchMixed53% of 94 reviews2017
Dev: Toothless T-RexPub: 大きくて強い
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Save the world and find the girl of your dreams in this fantastic JRPG reminiscent of Dragon Quest and worth 8 hours of playtime.
Why similar: RPGMaker 71% ★, RPG 16.5%, Anime 7.1%, Adventure 5.4%
- #35 Blood Ties
75% matchMixed63% of 94 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Warfare Studios (Ashes of Immortality, Shining Plume) is back with a new tale involving vampires and epic fights with this great RPG.
Why similar: RPGMaker 43.3% ★, RPG 21.8%, Strategy 11.6%, Adventure 9.3%, Indie 7.4%
- #36 A Princess' Tale
75% matchMixed60% of 63 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
What happens when the fate of the world falls into the hands of the most irresponsible bubblehead to ever trip over royal birth? Play this 16-bit style old-school RPG and find out!
Why similar: RPGMaker 55.3% ★, RPG 20.7%, Adventure 9.9%, Indie 7.3%, Casual 6.8%
- #37 Shining Plume
74% matchMixed58% of 77 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Shining Plume is a tale filled with adventure, joy, sorrow, friendship and love, from Warfare Studios (Vagrant Hearts, Valiant: Resurrection).
Why similar: RPGMaker 60.5% ★, RPG 15.5%, Strategy 7%, Adventure 6.8%, Indie 5.2%
- #38 Alpha Kimori™ 1
74% matchMixed59% of 222 reviews2014
Dev: Sherman3D
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Alpha Kimori™ Great Doubt™ Episode One is the first of a trilogy of bright and colorful Japanese Anime inspired story-driven episodic 2D Role Playing Games, which feature an intricate action-adventure epic story with a delightful mix of sci-fi and fantasy elements.
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.8% ★, RPG 18.1%, Anime 6.8%, Indie 4.7%, Adventure 4.7%
- #39 Last Heroes 2
73% matchMixed69% of 69 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Find out what is ahead for Amelia and Roland, as they are headed to Odaro continent, in this new entry in the hit RPG series Last Heroes!
Why similar: RPGMaker 55.1% ★, RPG 21.9%, Adventure 9.6%, Indie 7.4%, Casual 6.1%
- #40 Millennium 4 - Beyond Sunset
73% matchVery Positive83% of 66 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A few days only are left to make the impossible possible... but now that Marine has combed the whole territory of Myst, chances to find the last few warriors wear really thin... or can she go on the track of the legendary man who calls himself The Bear, and boasts of incredible power?
Why similar: RPGMaker 56.6% ★, RPG 22%, Indie 7.4%, Adventure 7.4%, Casual 3.5%
- #41 Legionwood 1: Tale of the Two Swords
72% matchVery Positive85% of 189 reviews2016
Dev: Dark Gaia Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
An epic free-to-play RPG that captures the spirit of the classics of the SNES era.
Why similar: RPGMaker 61.2% ★, RPG 30.8%, Casual 8%
- #42 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 5,955 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 45.0 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: RPG 36.3%, Adventure 17.2%, Indie 14%, Strategy 13.6%, Anime 10.5%
- #43 Fated Souls 3
73% matchMixed56% of 56 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Get the final episode in the Fated Souls series! Cut bushes, jump, kick, push stones, solve logic puzzles and more!
Why similar: RPGMaker 55% ★, RPG 21.1%, Adventure 10.1%, Indie 7.4%, Casual 6.3%
- #44 Shadows of Adam
70% matchVery Positive90% of 260 reviews2017
Dev: Something Classic Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: RPG 73%, Indie 27%
- #45 Flowstone Saga
64% matchVery Positive84% of 227 reviews2024
Dev: Impact Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master a totally unique puzzle-battle system in this 16-bit, JRPG-inspired adventure featuring an epic story, charming characters, stunning pixel art, and epic music. Follow a grand story set in the mysterious Ocean's End islands full of lost memories, ancient ruins, pirates, treasures, and frogs.
Why similar: RPG 64.8%, Story Rich 23.1%, Anime 12.1%
- #46 Asdivine Hearts
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: Exe Create Inc.Pub: KEMCO
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Restore the balance of light and shadow in the world!Beautiful hand-drawn visuals and a story of epic proportions bring Asdivine Hearts to the forefront of PC gaming! Travel alongside four companions and a cat in this fantasy 2D turn-based RPG!
Why similar: RPGMaker 45.4% ★, RPG 23.8%, Adventure 8.2%, Strategy 6.7%, Indie 6.1%
- #47 Beyond Magic
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 81 reviews2017
Dev: Falling Star Studio
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
What happens when someone has no magic in a world where everyone has it? Play this quirky, colorful 16-bit style RPG and find out!
Why similar: RPGMaker 48.8% ★, RPG 23.8%, Adventure 11.8%, Indie 8.4%, Casual 7.2%
- #48 Heroines of Swords & Spells 2
60% matchVery Positive94% of 244 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: RPG 45.8%, Anime 20%, Adventure 17.2%, Story Rich 16.9%
- #49 Legionwood 2: Rise of the Eternal's Realm - Director's Cut
72% matchMixed53% of 53 reviews2014
Dev: Dark Gaia StudiosPub: KOMODO
Windows · Mac
Legionwood 2: Rise of the Eternal's Realm is an epic fantasy role playing game in the style of 16 bit classics like Final Fantasy IV and Chrono Trigger. Featuring non-linear gameplay, choices that define the story and exciting turn based gameplay, Legionwood 2 is a love letter to yesteryear.
Why similar: RPGMaker 64.7% ★, RPG 28.2%, Casual 7.1%
- #50 Shining Plume 2
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 58 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Explore a new, larger world, full of secrets and hidden locations in this direct sequel to Shining Plume featuring 3 different endings!
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.7% ★, RPG 19.1%, Strategy 9.5%, Adventure 8.8%, Indie 6.7%
- #51 Vagrant Hearts
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 132 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Enjoy pure 16-bit RPG goodness! Scarllet and Beatrice are two close sisters. One of them has the gift of healing, the more she knows about her gift the more she realizes how big her responsibility is. Features party splitting, beautiful artworks and an intricate storyline.
Why similar: RPGMaker 60% ★, RPG 20.7%, Adventure 6.9%, Indie 6.9%, Casual 3.3%
- #52 Ashes of the Night
68% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2019
Dev: Wolfs Moon Studios
Windows
A fantasy adventure that will leave the player wanting more!
Why similar: RPGMaker 43.2% ★, RPG 28.8%, Strategy 15.3%, Adventure 12.7%
- #53 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,277 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: RPG 38.6%, Adventure 17.3%, Indie 14.1%, Strategy 12.6%, Anime 10.6%
- #54 Cavern of Time
70% matchMixed69% of 97 reviews2017
Dev: SimProse StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The Cavern of Time is an RPG/Adventure game where you guide the journey of a young girl. Can you find the magical locket in this perilous realm and cure your beloved grandmother's illness? Visit the Cavern of Time and find out!
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.3% ★, RPG 20.7%, Adventure 10.4%, Strategy 10.2%, Indie 7.6%
- #55 Opaline
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 76 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
In this 16-bit style RPG, Gallow and Liza are two teenagers gifted with great powers, and that destiny seems to persist in keeping away from each other, however their feelings drive them close. Can the two of them have what it takes to preserve the world from the rise of the Blight?
Why similar: RPGMaker 56.2% ★, RPG 20%, Adventure 8%, Indie 6.1%, Casual 5.7%
- #56 Divided Reigns
65% matchVery Positive89% of 156 reviews2021
Dev: Andrew Ryan HenkePub: Nostalgia Addict Games
Windows
The full-scale, epic fantasy role-playing experience you've wanted for decades--Divided Reigns retains what made the JRPG classics so fantastic while still feeling fresh. Expect strategic battles, an epic scale, well-developed characters, and a deep and emotional story. Perfect for your Steam Deck!
Why similar: RPGMaker 69.5% ★, RPG 20.1%, Story Rich 6.7%, Indie 3.7%
- #57 Jade's Journey 2
69% matchMixed64% of 55 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
After realizing that having powers means having responsibilities Jade decides to live up to her role as the Chosen One, even if that means leaving her father for a while!
Why similar: RPGMaker 57% ★, RPG 16.1%, Strategy 8%, Adventure 7.4%, Indie 6.2%
- #58 CHRONO TRIGGER®
64% matchVery Positive88% of 12,795 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 31.5 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: RPG 68.3%, Story Rich 16.3%, Anime 9.3%, Adventure 6.1%
- #59 Thorne - Son of Slaves (Ep.2)
68% matchVery Positive84% of 140 reviews2016
Dev: Thorne GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Play as the infamous mercenary known as "The Crow" in a decayed and corrupt world, find your way out of chains and get paid for your contract, in this enthralling Action-RPG with high production values.
Why similar: RPGMaker 66.9% ★, RPG 13%, Strategy 6.7%, Adventure 5.5%, Indie 4.7%