Games Like Evoland 2

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 22.7%, Time Travel 21.1% ★, JRPG 15.8%, Great Soundtrack 9.2%, Retro 9%

Why You'll Like It: As the definitive time-travel RPG, it serves as the primary inspiration for the narrative structure and classic feel of Evoland 2.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: RPG 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Retro 8.5%, Action RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features incredible pixel art and complex puzzle-dungeon mechanics that mirror the depth found in Evoland 2.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Retro 22.1%, Time Travel 16.8% ★, Great Soundtrack 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Platformer 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Like Evoland 2, this game masterfully shifts its genre and visual style mid-adventure to keep the experience fresh and nostalgic.

UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.8%, RPG 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Story Rich 13.8%, Retro 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares a deep meta-narrative focus that constantly subverts player expectations regarding standard RPG conventions.

Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.

Why similar: RPG 41.1%, JRPG 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Retro 8.5%, Indie 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It blends classic 16-bit aesthetics with modern quality-of-life improvements, creating a seamless and engaging RPG experience.

Underhero is an RPG-platformer where the chosen hero has failed, and an underling of the evil king takes his place as the new hero. Use timing-based combat to defeat enemies as you venture across the land, face off against quirky bosses, and save the kingdom from your own evil boss, Mr Stitches!

Why similar: RPG 32.5%, Story Rich 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, JRPG 10.3%, Platformer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This meta-RPG flips the script by having you play as a minion of the villain, offering a unique perspective on traditional hero tropes.

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: RPG 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, JRPG 13.7%, Story Rich 12.4%, Adventure 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: The stunning pixel-art world and character-driven storytelling offer a similar sense of charm and exploration to the Evoland series.

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

Why similar: RPG 53.4%, JRPG 17.6%, Fantasy 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 7%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stylized, turn-based RPG that features deep dungeon-crawling mechanics and a vibrant, comic-book aesthetic.

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.5%, Story Rich 18%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, RPG 12.3%, Adventure 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative game that breaks the fourth wall and treats the player as an active participant in the story.

This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.

Why similar: RPG 37.4%, JRPG 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Story Rich 10.8%, Fantasy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its beautiful HD-2D art style and classic turn-based mechanics provide a premium, nostalgic RPG experience.

Inscryption is an inky black card-based odyssey that blends the deckbuilding roguelike, escape-room style puzzles, and psychological horror into a blood-laced smoothie. Darker still are the secrets inscrybed upon the cards...

Why similar: Story Rich 43.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Puzzle 18%, Adventure 11.7%, 2D 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A genre-bending masterpiece that constantly changes its gameplay mechanics, much like the evolving nature of Evoland 2.

The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.

Why similar: RPG 30%, Great Soundtrack 21.8%, JRPG 19.7%, Adventure 8.9%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-RPG that emphasizes tight combat and exploration within a rich, fantasy-themed world.

Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!

Why similar: RPG 21.6%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Story Rich 12.7%, Retro 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the developer of Undertale, this game offers a meta-commentary on RPGs that feels right at home for fans of Evoland 2.

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: RPG 35.5%, JRPG 22.9%, Story Rich 15.2%, Fantasy 10.5%, Funny 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the spirit of classic Paper Mario-style RPGs with its witty writing and turn-based combat.

Minit is a peculiar little adventure played sixty seconds at a time.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 18.7%, Adventure 16.7%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Retro 14%, RPG 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its unique time-loop mechanic forces you to rethink how you approach exploration, mirroring the time-travel themes of the seed game.

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.7%, RPG 22.8%, Story Rich 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Adventure 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, music-based RPG that challenges your reflexes and offers a truly unique, psychedelic experience.

Pilot your Airship, prepare your party, and explore a vast World Map in 8-Bit Adventures 2 – an exciting, emotional tribute to the Golden Age of JRPGs. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!

Why similar: RPG 22.8%, JRPG 16.6%, Retro 14.2%, Story Rich 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A loving homage to the 8-bit and 16-bit eras of RPGs that captures the exact spirit of the genre's golden age.

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: RPG 36.3%, JRPG 23.2%, Adventure 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Fantasy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world JRPG that combines classic turn-based combat with platforming exploration and deep character customization.

The world is at an end, and you have 30 seconds to save it!

Why similar: RPG 33.5%, Parody 17.4% ★, JRPG 10.7%, Retro 10.3%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced parody of RPG tropes that forces you to complete quests in 30 seconds, echoing the genre-bending nature of Evoland 2.

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: RPG 44.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Retro 9.8%, Parody 9.3% ★, Fantasy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-RPG that simulates the experience of playing a tabletop game, fitting the meta-humor theme of the seed game.

Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.

Why similar: RPG 23.8%, Great Soundtrack 21.1%, Story Rich 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, JRPG 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional and psychological RPG that uses its turn-based combat to explore complex themes.

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 26.5%, RPG 25.3%, Retro 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-inspired JRPG that streamlines traditional mechanics to focus on pure, engaging gameplay.

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: RPG 21.3%, JRPG 14.9%, Retro 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Story Rich 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 16-bit style RPG that emphasizes exploration and a heartfelt story in a beautifully crafted world.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21.3%, Adventure 15.7%, Story Rich 13.2%, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer with a heavy emphasis on story and world-building that feels like a polished retro classic.

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.3%, Story Rich 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, RPG 10.6%, Indie 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A story-driven RPG-lite that prioritizes narrative depth and emotional impact over complex combat systems.

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: RPG 23.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, JRPG 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Story Rich 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, quirky, and highly original RPG that subverts expectations at every turn with its unique world-building.

Shiness is an Action-RPG developed by indie development studio Enigami, which will let you travel in a captivating universe doomed to destruction ever since the fragmentation of the planet Mahera...

Why similar: RPG 43.1%, Adventure 17%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Action 9.7%, JRPG 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with a unique combat system and a vibrant, anime-inspired world that encourages exploration.

One day, Jimmy looked inside.

Why similar: RPG 39.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, JRPG 8.2%, Indie 8%

Why You'll Like It: An Earthbound-inspired RPG that features a deep, surreal story and creative combat mechanics.

Evoland Legendary Edition brings you two great and unique RPGs, with their graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through the game!

Why similar: RPG 48.4%, Adventure 16.6%, Retro 9.3%, Action 8.9%, Indie 7.8%

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 34.5%, Retro 16.1%, Parody 11.2% ★, Adventure 10.4%, Indie 5.4%

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 23.4%, JRPG 19.7%, Parody 13.1% ★, Adventure 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 9%

Travel back in time to change fate itself, in this beautifully crafted story-driven adventure, inspired by classic 90s action-platformers. Join timekeeper Lunais on her quest for revenge against the empire that killed her family, using time-bending powers to explore a vast, connected world.

Why similar: Time Travel 29.1% ★, RPG 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Story Rich 8.8%, Fantasy 7.1%

Experience the Game Boy-like design and 2D open world of this retro JRPG. The choices you make are all up to you, and they may end up providing invaluable help in the future, when disaster strikes... Embark on an adventure in which you sew the threads of your own future.

Why similar: RPG 37.6%, Retro 11.2%, Action 10.7%, Indie 8.5%, JRPG 7.5%

A surreal RPG with a unique graphical style and droll scenario.

Why similar: RPG 41.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Adventure 9.7%, JRPG 8.5%, Retro 8.4%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: RPG 23.9%, Great Soundtrack 18.6%, Story Rich 16.4%, JRPG 13.1%, Fantasy 10%

AN UNCONVENTIONAL ARPG where you battle enemies through musical encounters while being accompanied by a raven who promises to retrieve your voice if you slay the mighty Mind Dragon!🎵

Why similar: RPG 25%, JRPG 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Story Rich 11.9%, Adventure 9.7%

With an inspired blend of Zelda + Souls + Metroidvania style gameplay, EPΘCH delivers a nostalgic single or online co-op action RPG experience.

Why similar: RPG 34.9%, Great Soundtrack 17%, Adventure 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Action 10.3%

Prepare to inhabit a world of chivalry, class warfare and off-beat pop references. Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is a turn-based, retro style, pixel-art adventure full of danger, intrigue, death, and saving throws!

Why similar: RPG 55.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Adventure 13.3%, Fantasy 5.6%, Indie 5.5%

Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.

Why similar: RPG 22.6%, JRPG 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Story Rich 10.7%, Retro 9.9%

VVVVV is a colorful, dynamic platformer action with puzzle elements, made in retro style.

Why similar: RPG 36.7%, Adventure 17.4%, Action 11%, Indie 9.2%, Retro 7.1%

The world's speediest homage/roast to JRPGs! Can you save the world in 30 seconds? Get a quest, find those in need, fight through dungeons, earn cash, get cool loot and level up until YOU>EVIL. Don't have enough time? Pay the Goddess to reset the clock and try again! Over 100 mini-JRPGs for you to test your might with!

Why similar: RPG 40.8%, JRPG 15.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Retro 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

It is no longer about facing destiny. Create a new future and change the world! Now enhanced for Windows PC.

Why similar: Time Travel 21.8% ★, RPG 21.3%, JRPG 18.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Fantasy 7.3%

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas combines captivating storytelling, breathtaking 3D visuals and exciting gameplay into one epic action-adventure experience. In the game you explore the islands of Uncharted Seas, a world filled with many dangers, puzzles and secrets.

Why similar: RPG 31.9%, Adventure 15.8%, JRPG 10.8%, Fantasy 8.2%, Action 8.1%

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 46.4%, Action 18.2%, Adventure 18.1%, Singleplayer 9.2%, 2D 4.4%

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 22.4%, RPG 14.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Indie 6.7%

Sequel to the critically acclaimed action adventure. Experience a gorgeous new third person 3D view and embark on an epic journey that unfolds the mysteries of what happened 1000 years ago.

Why similar: RPG 38.2%, JRPG 21.9%, Adventure 17.4%, Action 10.5%, Fantasy 10.2%

Play as the ultimate digital underdog in the Adventures of Pip,an action-platformer with a fresh gameplay twist inside a retro 32-bit world. Alas, Pip is an unlikely 1-pixel hero yet has the unique ability to absorb the pixels of his defeated enemies to evolve into three different forms.

Why similar: Retro 27.2%, Adventure 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Platformer 14%, Action 11.9%

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: RPG 23.3%, JRPG 21.9%, Story Rich 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Adventure 9.9%

Earthlock is an indie developed, adventure RPG inspired by the classic 3D RPGs of the late 90's, with a fresh take on turn based combat and character progression.

Why similar: RPG 39.1%, Adventure 15.6%, JRPG 9.9%, Retro 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%

Epistory immerses you in an atmospheric action/adventure game where you play a girl riding a giant fox who fights an insectile corruption from an origami world. As you progress and explore this world, the story literally unfolds and the mysteries of the magic power of the words are revealed.

Why similar: RPG 32.6%, Adventure 18.6%, Story Rich 17.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, Action 7.8%

8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition is a retro-styled JRPG with polish and personality, that focuses less on references and more on telling a story...

Why similar: RPG 36%, Adventure 15.1%, JRPG 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: RPG 26.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 9.4%

Embark on an 8-bit style JRPG quest to save Earth. Battle in unique party-based combat mixing real-time action and strategic commands. Join Gio and a team of lively characters as they unearth bizarre global events, forgotten legends, and battle mythical foes to unveil the secrets of Geo Mythica.

Why similar: RPG 19%, Retro 15.3%, JRPG 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Story Rich 8.6%

A unique mix of adventure and idle game. Plan and optimise your loops carefully and let the grind happen automatically. Explore this unique world, meet strange characters and escape the loop. A high-quality idle game that elevate the mechanics through an old school pixel-art adventure.

Why similar: RPG 32.5%, Pixel Graphics 18%, Adventure 16%, Retro 15.4%, Story Rich 7%

A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Platformer 13.6%, Story Rich 12.4%, Adventure 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 20.3%, Adventure 13.5%, Story Rich 13.5%, Fantasy 10.7%, Platformer 10%

The Rewinder 2 is an action adventure game inspired by eastern mythology. Explore cursed villages, dungeons. Unlock new skills and meet all sorts of ghosts and monsters.

Why similar: Adventure 26%, RPG 19.2%, Story Rich 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Action 5.9%

FOX n FORESTS is a 16-bit style action platformer with RPG elements! Switch seasons on the fly and wield your crossbow to unveil the mystery of the 5th season.

Why similar: RPG 28.3%, Adventure 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Retro 11.8%, Action 11.1%

CHRONO CROSS is an RPG that transcends time and space, unfolding across two interlinked parallel worlds. With over 40 party members to meet, people and dimensions will intertwine in this epic drama about the planet itself.

Why similar: RPG 25.5%, Time Travel 19.3% ★, JRPG 18.7%, Story Rich 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%

Cladun X2 is a hack n' slash dungeon crawler with a retro RPG finish and a nearly infinite level of character customization. From stats to equipment to character classes to creating your own hero, Cladun X2 promises an addicting experience that gamers new and old will fully enjoy.

Why similar: RPG 43.7%, Retro 15.8%, JRPG 12.5%, Action 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%