- #1 Nexomon: Extinction
97% matchVery Positive90% of 3,951 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.4%, Turn-Based Combat 21.9%, Top-Down 9%, RPG 8.3%, Colorful 4.2%
- #2 Nexomon
96% matchVery Positive89% of 1,789 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!
Why similar: Creature Collector 63.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, RPG 12.1%, Adventure 5.6%, Anime 3.7%
- #3 Temtem
96% matchVery Positive81% of 39,217 reviews2022
Dev: CremaPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, JRPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.6%
- #4 Coromon
95% matchVery Positive85% of 7,644 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.4%, JRPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, PvP 6.2%, RPG 5.2%
- #5 Cassette Beasts
94% matchVery Positive94% of 10,531 reviews2023
Dev: Bytten StudioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!
Why similar: Creature Collector 25.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, JRPG 14.7%, Tactical RPG 10.3%, Anime 7.6%
- #6 Miscrits: World of Creatures
94% matchVery Positive92% of 2,558 reviews2025
Dev: Lightning Ball Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 33.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
After years of absence, Miscrits is back and better than ever! Return to the world of Miscria and capture hundreds of iconic Miscrits. Train your Miscrits to their strongest forms and put a stop to the Magicites, who threaten to eliminate all Miscrit life from the world!
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, PvP 6.4%
- #7 Monster Sanctuary
93% matchVery Positive91% of 12,318 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 35.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, JRPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #8 Monster Crown
92% matchMixed57% of 1,030 reviews2021
Dev: Studio AurumPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, JRPG 16.5%, Top-Down 6.7%, RPG 6.6%
- #9 Monster Tribe
91% matchMixed57% of 65 reviews2023
Dev: Boundless GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Explore an island filled with collectible creatures, a vast and varied wilderness, and dangerous towers on your way to restoring harmony with the land of Akama.
Why similar: Creature Collector 29.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Tactical RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, JRPG 8.2%
- #10 Evolings
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 447 reviews2023
Dev: SørbPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Embark on a captivating journey in Evolings! This minimalistic turn-based roguelike lets you face hordes of evil monsters by recruiting a team of deadly yet cute creatures. With challenges and a unique experience in each playthrough, Evolings offers a captivating fusion of strategy and charm.
Why similar: Creature Collector 43.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, RPG 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%
- #11 Dokimon: Quest
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 354 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
"Whoa, watch out!" That was close, didn't you know Dokimon are dangerous!?ーStep into Xelos region, where you'll set off on an adventure to uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend.
Why similar: Creature Collector 36%, JRPG 19%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, RPG 7.3%
- #12 EvoMon
90% matchVery Positive81% of 53 reviews2022
Dev: BeowulfPub: Beowulfus Universum
Windows
Evomon Is a creature collector in tamagotchi version. Take care of your evomon since its infancy and discover its new evolutions, have fun playing the mini-games, adventure in mysterious expeditions, battle intensely against different monsters to reach the title of Evomon Champion.
Why similar: Creature Collector 54.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Cute 10.3%, Colorful 7.4%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #13 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
88% matchVery Positive90% of 3,444 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Why similar: Creature Collector 56.5%, RPG 13.5%, Cute 10.8%, Fantasy 8.3%, Adventure 6.7%
- #14 Portal Fantasy
89% matchMixed67% of 254 reviews2025
Dev: Portal Fantasy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Journey through an epic storyline, collecting creatures to aid you in turn-based battles, avoiding traps and solving puzzles, completing thrilling quests, and uncovering the darker history of Pyli Kingdom in this RPG with a unique modern take on a classic beloved genre.
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, JRPG 13.8%, PvP 7%, RPG 7%
- #15 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
87% 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: Creature Collector 28.7%, JRPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Comedy 8.4%, RPG 6.7%
- #16 Anode Heart
86% matchVery Positive91% of 449 reviews2023
Dev: Stove Powered Games
Windows · Mac
A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.8%, JRPG 17.7%, Top-Down 9%, RPG 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%
- #17 Disc Creatures
86% matchVery Positive84% of 233 reviews2019
Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Humans live alongside creatures, each with different personalities, abilities, and moral codes. The invention of the DiscKid has changed life for everyone. Humans can copy creatures and use their power to help others and solve mysteries around the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.1%, JRPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, RPG 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #18 Weirdlands
84% matchVery Positive98% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Martin Mejak
Windows
A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.4%, JRPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Anime 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #19 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,294 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.1%, JRPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, RPG 11.8%, Anime 7.7%
- #20 Creature Keeper
84% matchMixed69% of 127 reviews2025
Dev: Fervir GamesPub: Graffiti Games
Windows
Creature Keeper is an action-adventure RPG where you Befriend Creatures and fight alongside them in real time. Explore a mysterious world and uncover the truth behind a strange sickness spreading across the land. Power up your team, fill out your Bestiary, and embark on your journey of destiny!
Why similar: Creature Collector 49.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, RPG 9.9%, Cute 9.3%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #21 Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition
82% matchVery Positive90% of 12,678 reviews2019
Dev: h.a.n.d., Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.3%, JRPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Anime 8%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.8%
- #22 Familiars.io
82% matchVery Positive91% of 77 reviews2024
Dev: Clay Loam
Windows
Gather Familiars and do turn-based battles in this atmospheric little MMO! Quickly max-out your Familiars and conquer challenging dungeons. Battle other players, or just press the "Howdy" button to greet them!
Why similar: Creature Collector 31%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, RPG 6.1%
- #23 Nuumonsters
81% matchMixed67% of 55 reviews2026
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! Play as Yana or Yasaka in a short and sweet adventure to become the strongest trainer in the Hana region!
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.8%, JRPG 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, RPG 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
- #24 Digimon Story Time Stranger
78% matchVery Positive90% of 20,446 reviews2025
Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 30.3 hrsMean: 40.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 35.2%, JRPG 21.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, RPG 9.7%, Anime 9.4%
- #25 Beastmancer
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 86 reviews2017
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Beastmancer is a monster tamer tactical RPG. Play as an adventurer in a fantasy world, capture monsters and make them fight in turn based battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Tactical RPG 10.2%
- #26 Hentaimon Prologue
79% matchVery Positive87% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: PinkySoul
Windows
Hentaimon is a old-school classic monster-catcher with a special lewd twist. Bond with Hentaimon and explore a broad world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, a mysterious threat awaiting defeat, and lots and lots of hentai. It's time for you to explore the wonder world of these monster girls!
Why similar: Creature Collector 31%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, JRPG 13.1%, Top-Down 8.3%, RPG 7.1%
- #27 Tomomon
80% matchMostly Positive70% of 122 reviews2024
Dev: ManicBuild Studio
Windows
Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #28 Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers
79% matchMixed67% of 603 reviews2025
Dev: Dino RocketPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Collect and battle over 200 unique creatures in this roguelike auto-battler. Level-up and evolve your Kādomon as you assemble the ultimate team, creating awesome synergies to beat BIG bosses!
Why similar: Creature Collector 54.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, RPG 10.5%, Cute 8.1%, 2D 5.9%
- #29 Botworld Odyssey
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 266 reviews2024
Dev: Featherweight Games
Windows
Venture out into a huge open world to discover new bots and collect rare scrap to build them. Deploy your bots in tactical auto-battles on your quest to become the world’s greatest Botmaster.
Why similar: Creature Collector 42.6%, JRPG 20.8%, RPG 9.8%, Colorful 7.1%, Cute 6.1%
- #30 Chronomon
77% matchVery Positive85% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Stone Golem Studios
Windows · Mac
Chronomon is a fresh take on the Monster Taming and Farming genre. Catch, train, and evolve unique creatures while rebuilding a world in ruins. Befriend villagers, engage in strategic battles, and grow your farm—all with cross-saves on every device, including smartwatches.
Why similar: Creature Collector 45.6%, Turn-Based Combat 26.2%, RPG 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D 5.1%
- #31 Ekorella Vol 1
77% matchVery Positive100% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: Rockmaker TeamPub: ZNT Productions
Windows
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...
Why similar: JRPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, RPG 12.2%, Top-Down 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
- #32 Bloomtown: A Different Story
75% matchVery Positive86% of 1,422 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!
Why similar: Creature Collector 30%, JRPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, RPG 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #33 Monster Hunter Stories
74% matchVery Positive91% of 1,719 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.
Why similar: JRPG 25.8%, Creature Collector 19.7%, RPG 12.5%, PvP 10.6%, Anime 10.3%
- #34 Monster Girl Manager
75% matchVery Positive93% of 117 reviews2023
Dev: ∇
Windows
Summon, consult, and train procedurally generated monster girls in this dungeon roguelite. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different monster types as you prepare the ultimate team to defeat dangerous enemies and collect powerful artifacts. (Game is SFW)
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.8%, Anime 9.4%, RPG 9%, Cute 6.2%
- #35 Abomi Nation
76% matchVery Positive83% of 136 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!
Why similar: Creature Collector 48%, Turn-Based Combat 25.3%, RPG 10.8%, Cute 7.3%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #36 Digimon World: Next Order
74% matchVery Positive81% of 2,759 reviews2023
Dev: HYDE, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Digital World has run rampant with Machinedramon and is now in a state of utter chaos. As a Digidestined, it’s up to you to restore order to the world in Digimon World: Next Order, a monster collecting RPG.
Why similar: Creature Collector 47%, JRPG 23.1%, RPG 13.1%, Anime 8.5%, Cute 5.3%
- #37 Duel Revolution
76% matchMixed46% of 193 reviews2024
Dev: Game Matter
Windows · Mac
Duel Revolution: the ultimate monster taming MMORPG. Train powerful Evo creatures for dynamic battles against other players. Customize with unique skill tree system. Play with friends in multiplayer. Available on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.6%, JRPG 18.8%, PvP 9.3%, RPG 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #38 Koltera
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 163 reviews2023
Dev: Braymen
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Idle creature-collector, where you mine, train, breed, explore and more with your creatures. Discover all there is in the world of Koltera.
Why similar: Creature Collector 45.8%, RPG 13%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Cute 7%, Fantasy 6.6%
- #39 Adore
72% matchVery Positive88% of 452 reviews2023
Dev: Cadabra GamesPub: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Adore is an action creature-collecting game where you build your team of unique creatures and go on a journey to resurrect the God of the Creatures.
Why similar: Creature Collector 49.7%, Top-Down 15.7%, Cute 10%, Fantasy 9.1%, Colorful 8.5%
- #40 Astra Hunter Zosma
72% matchVery Positive98% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Torch60
Windows
A treasure-hunting RPG with a lifelong friend! Escape the Crescent Moon Tower and return to the surface world... and grab lots of treasure on the way!
Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, RPG 11.6%, Top-Down 10.9%, Comedy 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #41 Fae Tactics
73% matchVery Positive85% of 1,708 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.6%, RPG 22.1%, Creature Collector 18%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Tactical RPG 7.8%
- #42 Monster Harvest
73% matchMixed52% of 528 reviews2021
Dev: Maple Powered GamesPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Monster Harvest is a monster collecting and farming action RPG with a twist! Grow, collect and mutate your crops then take them into battle! Filled with places to discover and multiple ways to build your farm, get ready to craft, explore and battle across the vibrant world of Planimal Point.
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.6%, RPG 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Cute 9.4%, Colorful 7.3%
- #43 Siralim Ultimate
69% matchVery Positive93% of 2,420 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 35.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Creature Collector 48%, Turn-Based Combat 21.8%, RPG 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #44 Anode Heart: Layer Null
68% matchVery Positive94% of 201 reviews2025
Dev: Stove Powered Games
Windows · Mac
Isometric card battler RPG with a touch of virtual creatures, set in a futuristic, digital world, with over-the-top villains and a very shadowy plot.
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.3%, RPG 10.4%, Anime 10.1%, Cute 7.4%, PvP 7.4%
- #45 Untamed Tactics
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 132 reviews2023
Dev: Grumpy Owl GamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac
Untamed Tactics is a Tactical RPG set in world of colorful animals. Relive the legend of Greycoat’s escape into the untamed Wilds in a tale of lost honor and finding a new home as you fight, talk, and think your way through this beautifully illustrated adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 25.1%, Tactical RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, RPG 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #46 Aethermancer
66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,187 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Creature Collector 45.6%, JRPG 25.8%, RPG 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, 2D 5.5%
- #47 Siralim 2
71% matchVery Positive92% of 450 reviews2016
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Top-Down 9.8%, RPG 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #48 Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
71% matchVery Positive86% of 392 reviews2016
Dev: MokyuSoftPub: Culture Select
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
It's adorable! It's tactical! The doujin/indie SRPG - Moékuri! 151+ Cute Creatures to try, over a solid grid-based tactical system! Fight through 25 story stages with your own unique strategy!
Why similar: Anime 17.7%, JRPG 15%, Tactical RPG 13.1%, RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%
- #49 Dark Deity
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,983 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.5 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: Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, JRPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, Tactical RPG 9.4%, Top-Down 9%
- #50 HEARTBEAT
71% matchVery Positive85% of 618 reviews2018
Dev: CHUMBOSOFT LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Make friends, make enemies, go fishing, collect cards, beat up sharks, beat up tigers, obtain the denim blade, train a fuzzy infantile insect for battle, and uncover ancient secrets in this monster-filled adventure.
Why similar: RPG 29.6%, Anime 17%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, JRPG 15%, Cute 11.9%
- #51 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
68% matchVery Positive83% of 16,893 reviews2021
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 40.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.2%, JRPG 27.3%, RPG 13.5%, Fantasy 6.2%, Adventure 6%
- #52 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
70% 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: JRPG 32.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, RPG 10.8%, Comedy 10.6%, Anime 7.9%
- #53 Akumi Wars
69% matchVery Positive89% of 73 reviews2024
Dev: Miltonius Arts, LLC
Windows
Calling all Bounty hunters! Akumi Wars is a turn-based RPG. Build your own party of irresponsible misfit heroes and delve into an epic world story with the ultimate goal of... avoiding needing to work retail. Armed with guns, magic, and a distracting amount of leg, hop on your ship for adventure!
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, Tactical RPG 10.3%, Anime 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
- #54 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 6,247 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 21.3 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.
Why similar: Creature Collector 39.7%, JRPG 21.1%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 13.3%, Anime 3.5%
- #55 Dragon Spirits 2
67% matchVery Positive88% of 176 reviews2024
Dev: FHNBHJPub: 2P Games
Windows
In this modern urban-themed RPG, you can collect 80+ different dragon spirits, experiment with skill setups, assemble teams, and devise strategies to build your dragon spirit squad. Adventure through the virtual spaces in Metapolis, and uncover the conspiracy behind it all.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.8%, JRPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, RPG 8.1%
- #56 Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout
68% matchVery Positive90% of 104 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Collectors
Windows · Linux
Median: 14.1 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, JRPG 17.3%, RPG 8.3%, Anime 8.2%
- #57 Yarimono
66% matchVery Positive87% of 3,996 reviews2024
Dev: にゅう工房Pub: 072 Project
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The protagonist's life takes a turn after their partner Yarimon learns the ultra-invincible move, the "Cheat Tackle". While challenging various trainers to participate in the Yarimon tournament, the protagonist unexpectedly discovers the secrets of this world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.5%, JRPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, RPG 8.2%, Anime 7%
- #58 Multiverse Loot Hunter
64% matchVery Positive81% of 2,607 reviews2025
Dev: 游戏养家工作室
Windows
Median: 57.4 hrsMean: 204.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
This is a brush treasure adventure game across the heavens. The protagonist awakens his powers and freely passes through different planes such as Xiuxian, history, Wuxia, magic, and future. Collect equipment, spirits, characters and cheats distributed across all planes through battle.
Why similar: Creature Collector 46.3%, Turn-Based Combat 23.3%, RPG 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.8%, Adventure 4.4%
- #59 Claws & Chaos
67% matchMixed66% of 112 reviews2024
Dev: Parhelion Studio
Windows
Claws & Chaos is an auto-chess-style battler featuring quirky creatures in dire circumstances. Build your team and hone your skills while battling across both story and PvP modes. Will you earn your place on the Ark?
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, PvP 11.1%, Comedy 10.3%, Cute 7.7%