- #1 EvoCreo 2
97% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 300 unique monsters, explore a vast world, complete 50+ quests, and master a deep battle system in this offline-friendly, story-rich monster capture RPG. Journey as a cadet in the world of Shoru, where monsters known as Creo are vanishing. Catch the perpetrators before it's too late.
Why similar: Creature Collector 23.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, JRPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, RPG 6%
- #2 Nexomon: Extinction
96% matchVery Positive90% of 4,038 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 15.8 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 42.2%, Turn-Based Combat 21.5%, Top-Down 8.7%, RPG 8.5%, Colorful 4.2%
- #3 Coromon
96% matchVery Positive85% of 8,014 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a complete 30+ hour monster-taming RPG adventure, now remastered for PC! Catch and train more than 100 Coromon, explore six diverse regions, and master strategic turn-based battles as you unravel a mystery that could change Velua forever.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.1%, JRPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, PvP 6%, RPG 5.4%
- #4 Temtem
95% matchVery Positive81% of 39,310 reviews2022
Dev: CremaPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 42.1 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 33.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, JRPG 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%, Multiplayer 6.4%
- #5 Nexomon
94% matchVery Positive89% of 1,827 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 63.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, RPG 12.3%, Adventure 5.6%, Anime 3.7%
- #6 Monster Sanctuary
93% matchVery Positive91% of 12,643 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 35.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, JRPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #7 Disc Creatures
94% matchVery Positive83% of 236 reviews2019
Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Capture and battle over 200 unique creatures in this retro-inspired monster-collecting RPG. Copy their powers with the revolutionary DiscKid and build your dream team. Explore a vibrant world where humans live alongside mysterious creatures in an unforgettable adventure full of secrets and strategy.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.3%, JRPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, RPG 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #8 Cassette Beasts
92% matchVery Positive94% of 11,050 reviews2023
Dev: Bytten StudioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.9 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 25.5%, JRPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Tactical RPG 10%, Anime 7.6%
- #9 Dokimon Quest
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 551 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A monster-taming RPG meets GBC-era nostalgia. Capture and train 140+ Dokimon across 15+ towns. "Whoa, watch out — Dokimon are dangerous!" Uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend in the Xelos region.
Why similar: Creature Collector 36.4%, JRPG 19%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, RPG 7.8%
- #10 Miscrits: World of Creatures
90% matchVery Positive91% of 2,801 reviews2025
Dev: Lightning Ball Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 33.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%, PvP 6.3%
- #11 Monster Crown
91% matchMixed57% of 1,045 reviews2021
Dev: Studio AurumPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 27.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, JRPG 16.7%, RPG 6.7%, Top-Down 6.6%
- #12 Evolings
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 457 reviews2023
Dev: SørbPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 44%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
- #13 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
86% matchVery Positive90% of 3,506 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.9 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 56.6%, RPG 13.8%, Cute 10.5%, Fantasy 8.3%, Adventure 6.8%
- #14 Monster Tribe
89% matchMixed56% of 66 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 30.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Tactical RPG 12%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, JRPG 8.3%
- #15 Portal Fantasy
87% matchMixed66% of 257 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 29.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.1%, JRPG 14%, RPG 7.2%, PvP 6.9%
- #16 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
88% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,367 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 47.0 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 28.3%, JRPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, RPG 12%, Anime 7.7%
- #17 Monster Crown: Sin Eater
86% matchVery Positive86% of 196 reviews2026
Dev: Studio Aurum
Windows
Hand-craft your team of perfect Monsters and wage a one-man war against fate and the world in the Crown Nation! With a True Crossbreeding system, every Monster is entirely your own!
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.1%, JRPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, Anime 8.1%, RPG 7.1%
- #18 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
85% 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: Creature Collector 28.8%, JRPG 21%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Comedy 8.2%, RPG 6.9%
- #19 Anode Heart
84% matchVery Positive91% of 464 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 33.2%, JRPG 17.6%, Top-Down 8.8%, RPG 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%
- #20 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,338 reviews2026
Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon.
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.4%, Turn-Based Combat 20.2%, JRPG 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, RPG 7.2%
- #21 EvoMon
84% 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 55.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Cute 10.1%, Colorful 7.3%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #22 Weirdlands
82% matchVery Positive98% of 58 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 24.6%, JRPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Anime 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #23 Monster Hunter Stories
81% matchVery Positive91% of 2,092 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 15.4 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 23.3%, Creature Collector 19.9%, RPG 11.5%, PvP 9.3%, Anime 9.1%
- #24 Nuumonsters
82% matchMixed60% of 68 reviews2026
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! A short, retro-style Creature Collector RPG — play as Yana or Yasaka and battle your way through the Hana region, with 70+ creatures to catch and train!
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.1%, JRPG 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, RPG 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
- #25 Creature Keeper
81% matchMixed69% of 129 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 49.3%, RPG 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Cute 9.1%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #26 Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition
80% matchVery Positive90% of 13,155 reviews2019
Dev: h.a.n.d., Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 32.7%, JRPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Anime 8%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
- #27 Hentaimon Prologue
79% matchVery Positive85% of 74 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 31.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%, JRPG 13.3%, Top-Down 8.1%, RPG 7.3%
- #28 Letalis
77% matchVery Positive97% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: Monkiato
Windows · Mac
Recruit over 1,000 Letalis, conquer coliseums and explore a non-linear world packed with secrets.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.7%, Turn-Based Combat 19%, JRPG 16%, RPG 8.8%, Top-Down 8%
- #29 Familiars.io
78% matchVery Positive90% of 79 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 31.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, RPG 6.3%
- #30 Beastmancer
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 reviews2017
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 40.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, RPG 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Tactical RPG 9.9%
- #31 Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers
77% matchMixed67% of 610 reviews2025
Dev: Dino RocketPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 54.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, RPG 10.8%, Cute 8%, 2D 5.7%
- #32 Tomomon
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 125 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 33.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #33 Monster Girl Manager
76% matchVery Positive93% of 118 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 38.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, Anime 9.4%, RPG 9.2%, Cute 6%
- #34 Botworld Odyssey
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 288 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 43%, JRPG 20.9%, RPG 10%, Colorful 7%, Cute 5.9%
- #35 Digimon Story Time Stranger
71% matchVery Positive89% of 22,391 reviews2025
Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 29.5 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 35.6%, JRPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, RPG 9.9%, Anime 9.5%
- #36 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
74% matchVery Positive83% of 17,174 reviews2021
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 16.6 hrsMean: 39.2 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 38.4%, JRPG 27.2%, RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 6.1%, Adventure 6.1%
- #37 Bloomtown: A Different Story
73% matchVery Positive86% of 1,619 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 30.2%, JRPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, RPG 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #38 Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code
75% 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 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, Anime 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, RPG 8.6%
- #39 GladiEATers
72% matchVery Positive93% of 91 reviews2026
Dev: MilkBubblesGames
Windows
Cook and command teams of living food in this narrative creature battler. GladiEATers blends seven chef stories in top-down JRPG adventures and roguelike gauntlets, featuring 6v6 battles, spicy cooking minigames and online multiplayer.
Why similar: Creature Collector 24.1%, JRPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
- #40 Abomi Nation
74% matchVery Positive83% of 138 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 48.4%, Turn-Based Combat 24.8%, RPG 11.1%, Cute 7.1%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #41 Ekorella Vol 1
72% matchVery Positive100% of 78 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 23%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, RPG 12.2%, Top-Down 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #42 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,877 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 25.5 hrsMean: 35.7 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 40.2%, JRPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, RPG 13%, Anime 3.6%
- #43 Koltera
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 170 reviews2023
Dev: Braymen
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 46%, RPG 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Cute 6.8%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #44 Duel Revolution
73% matchMixed46% of 199 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 34.8%, JRPG 19%, PvP 9.1%, RPG 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #45 Astra Hunter Zosma
71% matchVery Positive98% of 104 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 27.1%, RPG 12%, Top-Down 10.7%, Comedy 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #46 Chronomon
69% matchVery Positive84% of 96 reviews2025
Dev: Stone Golem Studios
Windows · Mac
Monster Tamers and Farmers... Catch, train, and evolve unique creatures, harness them to grow your farm, and build friendships as you help restore villages and reclaim what was lost.
Why similar: Creature Collector 46.1%, Turn-Based Combat 25.6%, RPG 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, 2D 4.9%
- #47 Dark Deity
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,098 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 14.3 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 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Tactical RPG 9.2%, Top-Down 8.9%
- #48 Aethermancer
67% matchVery Positive91% of 2,650 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 45.9%, JRPG 25.3%, RPG 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, 2D 5.5%
- #49 Stackmon
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 339 reviews2026
Dev: Riftpoint EntertainmentPub: Alibi Games
Windows · Linux
Stack, train and collect 100+ powerful Stackmon in this creature-collector with a card-stacking twist! Build your camp, challenge rival Scouts in combat and face the mysterious corruption spreading throughout your land.
Why similar: Creature Collector 66.9%, Colorful 8.7%, Cute 8.7%, Adventure 6.8%, 2D 6.5%
- #50 Voidling Bound
65% matchVery Positive93% of 3,377 reviews2026
Dev: Hatchery Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Hatch, evolve, and upgrade powerful space creatures in this action-packed sci-fi 3rd person shooter that reinvents the monster taming genre!
Why similar: Creature Collector 71.8%, RPG 13.3%, Adventure 7.2%, Colorful 5.4%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #51 Akumi Wars
69% matchVery Positive89% of 74 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 26.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Tactical RPG 10.1%, Anime 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%
- #52 Fae Tactics
69% matchVery Positive85% of 1,744 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 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 31.1%, RPG 22.6%, Creature Collector 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Tactical RPG 8.2%
- #53 Adore
68% matchVery Positive88% of 457 reviews2023
Dev: Cadabra GamesPub: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 56%
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 50.3%, Top-Down 15.4%, Cute 9.8%, Fantasy 9.2%, Colorful 8.4%
- #54 Yarimono
66% matchVery Positive87% of 4,182 reviews2024
Dev: にゅう工房Pub: 072 Project
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 40.7%, JRPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, RPG 8.3%, Anime 6.9%
- #55 Monster Harvest
70% matchMixed53% of 539 reviews2021
Dev: Maple Powered GamesPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 52.8%, RPG 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Cute 9.2%, Colorful 7.1%
- #56 Kabuto Park
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive100% of 4,578 reviews2025
Dev: DootPub: Doot Tiny Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Enjoy summer in Kabuto Park! Catch the cutest bugs, train them and win the Summer Beetle Battles Championship in this tiny bug collection game! Upgrade your equipment to find rarer, stronger and shinier little friends.
Why similar: Creature Collector 60.7%, RPG 12.3%, Cute 10.9%, Colorful 9.5%, 2D 5.4%
- #57 Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
68% 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 17.9%, JRPG 15.3%, RPG 13.1%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%
- #58 Untamed Tactics
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 134 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%, Tactical RPG 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, RPG 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%
- #59 EMUUROM
63% matchVery Positive91% of 301 reviews2026
Dev: borbwarePub: Coyote Time Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.
Why similar: Creature Collector 54.8%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Cute 8.1%, Colorful 7.6%, Adventure 7%