- #1 FINAL FANTASY V
97% matchVery Positive89% of 2,300 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 80.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The original FINAL FANTASY V comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled take on the fifth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Class-Based 24.6% ★, JRPG 20.5%, RPG 12.6%, Party-Based RPG 9.9%, Magic 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title refines the job system introduced in the third game, offering even deeper character customization and strategic depth.
- #2 FINAL FANTASY IV
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,788 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 67.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: JRPG 19.5%, Class-Based 16.2% ★, Party-Based RPG 14.9%, Nostalgia 8.1% ★, RPG 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the same classic 2D aesthetic and turn-based combat while delivering a more character-driven, dramatic narrative.
- #3 FINAL FANTASY VI
96% matchVery Positive92% of 4,530 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 48.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: Class-Based 19.2% ★, JRPG 17.4%, Nostalgia 15.7% ★, RPG 8.1%, Party-Based RPG 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the pinnacle of 2D Final Fantasy, it features a massive cast and an expansive, unforgettable world.
- #4 DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,697 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 30.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy.
Why similar: JRPG 25.2%, Nostalgia 22% ★, Party-Based RPG 14.5%, RPG 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A masterful recreation of a genre-defining classic that perfectly balances traditional exploration with modern quality-of-life features.
- #5 FINAL FANTASY
94% matchVery Positive95% of 7,995 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 40.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The original FINAL FANTASY comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the first game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: JRPG 16.3%, Class-Based 16.2% ★, Nostalgia 15.9% ★, Party-Based RPG 11.7%, RPG 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: The origin point of the series, providing the foundational experience for the classic turn-based fantasy formula.
- #6 FINAL FANTASY II
94% matchVery Positive82% of 3,198 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 60.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: JRPG 18.1%, Class-Based 16.3% ★, Party-Based RPG 14%, Nostalgia 12% ★, RPG 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor to the third game, showcasing the series' early experimental approach to character growth.
- #7 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
93% matchVery Positive94% of 15,937 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: JRPG 34.5%, Party-Based RPG 21.7%, RPG 14%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game utilizes a stunning HD-2D art style and a complex job system that feels like a modern evolution of classic JRPG mechanics.
- #8 Sea of Stars
91% matchVery Positive89% of 14,305 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: JRPG 23.1%, Party-Based RPG 17.2%, Nostalgia 16% ★, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%, RPG 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful indie tribute to 90s JRPGs that captures the sense of wonder and adventure found in the early Final Fantasy titles.
- #9 CHRONO TRIGGER®
92% 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: JRPG 52.8%, RPG 18.3%, Fantasy 6%, Retro 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Often cited as the best JRPG of its era, it offers a timeless story and innovative combat that every fan of the genre should experience.
- #10 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,985 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Why similar: JRPG 43.9%, RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Fantasy 7.2%, Class-Based 7.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: Designed as a spiritual successor to the classic job-based Final Fantasy games, it features a modern take on the turn-based combat formula.
- #11 LIVE A LIVE
90% matchVery Positive86% of 860 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The legend is alive! LIVE A LIVE, originally only released for the Super Famicom in Japan, is being revived on Steam! Experience this legendary RPG, brought alive in the same HD-2D visual style as OCTOPATH TRAVELER.
Why similar: JRPG 53.3%, RPG 20%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D 8.1%, Adventure 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: This HD-2D remake offers a unique, episodic structure that explores different time periods with a classic turn-based feel.
- #12 Romancing SaGa 3™
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 525 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The celebrated RPG classic comes West for the first time! Experience a brand-new HD remaster of the legendary 1995 RPG masterpiece introducing optimised graphics, a new dungeon to explore, new scenarios and a new game+ function.
Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Party-Based RPG 12.2%, RPG 10%, Magic 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A complex, non-linear JRPG that rewards experimentation and offers a unique, classic 2D experience.
- #13 SaGa Frontier Remastered
89% matchVery Positive92% of 626 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The beloved 1998 RPG Classic, SaGa Frontier, is reborn with improved graphics, additional features, and a new main character!
Why similar: JRPG 41.3%, Party-Based RPG 24%, RPG 18.1%, 2D 6.5%, Turn-Based Combat 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a distinct, multi-protagonist structure that offers a fresh perspective on the classic 2D JRPG format.
- #14 Chained Echoes
88% matchVery Positive89% of 7,741 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: JRPG 34.2%, RPG 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Party-Based RPG 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A brilliant modern JRPG that strips away the grind while keeping the strategic combat and world-building of the 16-bit era.
- #15 STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
87% matchVery Positive93% of 3,839 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
Why similar: JRPG 52.7%, RPG 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Fantasy 6.1%, 2D 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fantastic remake that combines classic 2D character sprites with 3D environments and a deep, rewarding crafting and combat system.
- #16 Crystal Project
86% matchVery Positive92% of 2,440 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Class-Based 27.8% ★, JRPG 24.7%, Party-Based RPG 18.2%, RPG 9.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: An exploration-heavy JRPG that puts a massive emphasis on its flexible job system and non-linear world design.
- #17 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
85% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,425 reviews2024
Dev: Rabbit & Bear StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.
Why similar: JRPG 39.5%, RPG 13.7%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%, Fantasy 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to classic turn-based RPGs that focuses on recruiting a massive cast of characters and building your own base.
- #18 GRANDIA HD Remaster
86% matchVery Positive90% of 1,678 reviews2019
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., LtdPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Why similar: JRPG 47.2%, RPG 32.1%, Adventure 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6%, Singleplayer 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its incredible sense of adventure and a combat system that remains one of the most engaging in the genre.
- #19 FINAL FANTASY IX
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 13,547 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 40.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Selling over five million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on Steam! Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew on PC !
Why similar: JRPG 47.4%, RPG 12.8%, Fantasy 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Party-Based RPG 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: The final entry in the original PlayStation era, it serves as a love letter to the fantasy roots of the early series.
- #20 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,357 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Why similar: JRPG 31.8%, RPG 26%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: While a tactical RPG, it shares the deep fantasy world-building and classic 2D aesthetic of the early Final Fantasy games.
- #21 FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS
84% matchMixed62% of 658 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 55.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take part in the epic sequel that unfolds nearly two decades after the events of FINAL FANTASY IV. Now enhanced for Windows PC.
Why similar: JRPG 32.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.3%, RPG 12.6%, Fantasy 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A direct sequel to the fourth game that continues the story with a familiar cast and classic turn-based mechanics.
- #22 COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND
82% matchMostly Positive80% of 184 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 199.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Experience the origins of the SaGa series with the COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND, the first complete port of these hugely popular titles with new enhancements!
Why similar: JRPG 46.8%, RPG 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%, Exploration 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A collection of the original Game Boy titles that helped define the portable JRPG experience.
- #23 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
79% matchVery Positive93% of 4,501 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
Why similar: JRPG 37.3%, Party-Based RPG 23.2%, Class-Based 18.6% ★, RPG 5.9%, Fantasy 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A modern remake of a classic title that introduces unique generational mechanics to the traditional JRPG formula.
- #24 Legend of Mana
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,230 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The HD Remaster of Legend of Mana is coming to Steam. Meet a colorful cast of characters, use the unique "Land Make" System to build the World Map, and square off against fearsome monsters in the vibrant world of Fa’Diel.
Why similar: JRPG 32.2%, Party-Based RPG 24.8%, RPG 11.8%, Magic 10.8%, Exploration 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features gorgeous hand-drawn 2D art and a charming, whimsical world that emphasizes exploration and player freedom.
- #25 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
80% matchVery Positive93% of 11,475 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.
Why similar: JRPG 38.8%, Party-Based RPG 22.1%, RPG 12%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Fantasy 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern traditional JRPGs, offering a massive, polished world and a classic, heartwarming story.
- #26 FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
81% matchVery Positive89% of 9,584 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 50.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.
Why similar: JRPG 47.8%, RPG 22.7%, Fantasy 9.9%, Party-Based RPG 6.9%, Exploration 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a highly customizable job-based progression system that rewards strategic planning and exploration.
- #27 FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,262 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The mega-hit RPG, FINAL FANTASY VIII returns! This Steam® version features new graphical enhancements and a whole host of options to customise your gameplay experience.
Why similar: JRPG 47.3%, RPG 25.4%, Adventure 7.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%, Fantasy 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique entry in the series that features a distinct magic-draw system and a memorable, cinematic story.
- #28 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,531 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.
Why similar: JRPG 53.9%, RPG 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%, 2D 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: An HD-2D tactical RPG that prioritizes deep narrative choices and strategic positioning in a classic fantasy setting.
- #29 BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster
75% matchVery Positive95% of 518 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
BRAVELY DEFAULT returns in HD! Relive the tale of the warriors of light. Enjoy strategic battles and over 20 different jobs. Plus modern gameplay enhancements and all-new minigames. The story of light and shadow that never fades is reborn.
Why similar: JRPG 27.1%, Class-Based 24.4% ★, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, RPG 17%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #30 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
78% 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: JRPG 47.5%, RPG 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Fantasy 9.6%, Adventure 3%
Why You'll Like It: A charming celebration of the series' history that features creature-collecting mechanics and a lighthearted, nostalgic tone.
- #31 DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
75% matchVery Positive85% of 1,771 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 22.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagination of the first two legendary adventures in The Erdrick Trilogy, brought together in one package.
Why similar: Nostalgia 22.3% ★, RPG 14.6%, Magic 12%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #32 DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined
73% matchVery Positive89% of 2,337 reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 16.4 hrsMean: 27.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Unravel the mysteries of the past in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! Gather your companions and travel beyond the shores of your small kingdom to discover why it is the only remaining island in the world.
Why similar: JRPG 28.3%, Nostalgia 23.2% ★, Party-Based RPG 12.8%, RPG 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%
- #33 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
73% matchVery Positive90% of 5,849 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Featuring fully voiced dialogue, beautifully enhanced graphics, and countless gameplay improvements, the genre-defining tactical RPG makes its long-awaited return.
Why similar: Class-Based 27.5% ★, JRPG 24.7%, Magic 10.5%, RPG 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8%
- #34 Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
77% matchVery Positive82% of 3,505 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 33.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
Why similar: JRPG 53%, RPG 23.3%, Class-Based 7.3% ★, Fantasy 6%, Turn-Based 3.3%
- #35 CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION
76% matchMixed61% of 2,383 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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: JRPG 31.5%, Party-Based RPG 17.3%, Nostalgia 15.5% ★, RPG 10.4%, Magic 6.1%
- #36 SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered
73% matchVery Positive94% of 357 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Experience two tales woven in a world of watercolor graphics.
Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Party-Based RPG 22.3%, RPG 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%, Magic 8%
- #37 Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
76% matchVery Positive84% of 3,133 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 39.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.
Why similar: JRPG 53.3%, RPG 19.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, Turn-Based Combat 4.8%, Party-Based RPG 3.6%
- #38 LUNAR Remastered Collection
71% matchVery Positive92% of 567 reviews2025
Dev: ASHIBI Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Dive into the enchanting worlds of LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue Complete! Tag along on Alex and Hiro's quests and challenge enemies like the Magic Emperor and God of Destruction to save the world from dire peril in two adventures set 1000 years apart from each other!
Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, Nostalgia 26.8% ★, RPG 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%, Magic 7.1%
- #39 Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,388 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A hero's destiny is written in the Stars. The legendary KONAMI JRPGs Suikoden I and Suikoden II have now been remastered in HD!
Why similar: JRPG 40.7%, RPG 16%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%, Fantasy 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #40 OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,153 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 18.8 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Start from zero and discover the newest entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series. Experience a story of restoration and retribution over the divine rings—an epic saga that unfolds across the realm of Orsterra.
Why similar: JRPG 37.7%, Party-Based RPG 27.5%, RPG 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%, Fantasy 3.8%
- #41 FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
71% matchVery Positive89% of 22,290 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!
Why similar: JRPG 50.8%, RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Fantasy 9.7%, Singleplayer 3%
- #42 Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered
71% matchVery Positive85% of 370 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- returns as a stunning remastered edition, with new gameplay elements and quality of life features! Get ready for an even deeper story and an even more thrilling adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 51.1%, RPG 22.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Fantasy 6.3%, Turn-Based 5.6%
- #43 8-Bit Adventures 2
70% matchVery Positive95% of 302 reviews2023
Dev: Critical Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: JRPG 27.7%, Party-Based RPG 20.1%, RPG 9.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%, Exploration 6.2%
- #44 Trials of Mana
70% matchVery Positive91% of 5,646 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Why similar: RPG 45.7%, JRPG 38.6%, Fantasy 5.7%, Party-Based RPG 4.7%, Adventure 2.6%
- #45 FINAL FANTASY VII
74% matchMixed57% of 858 reviews2013
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Still beloved by legions of fans to this day, the enduring masterpiece FINAL FANTASY VII comes to Steam®, with a number of extra features included! An epic adventure beyond imagination, and a battle for the fate of the planet, brought back to life.
Why similar: JRPG 29.2%, Party-Based RPG 21.6%, RPG 19%, Magic 7.1%, Exploration 6.2%
- #46 GRANDIA II HD Remaster
72% matchVery Positive85% of 2,582 reviews2015
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grandia II is back and better than ever! The classic Japanese RPG returns with enhanced visuals, new difficulty level, and features both keyboard and gamepad support!
Why similar: JRPG 54.8%, RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7%, Adventure 6%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #47 CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION
69% matchVery Positive90% of 8,381 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION is a remaster of CRISIS CORE featuring updated graphics, combat systems and soundtrack. Follow the tale of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair, as he discovers the secrets of Shinra's dark experiments.
Why similar: JRPG 39.3%, Party-Based RPG 23.7%, RPG 15.9%, Magic 7.6%, Adventure 6%
- #48 Secret of Mana
72% matchMixed68% of 2,865 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!
Why similar: JRPG 58.1%, RPG 20%, Fantasy 6.8%, Adventure 5%, Singleplayer 4.6%
- #49 WiZmans World Re;Try
68% matchVery Positive80% of 50 reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
WiZmans World Re;Try is HD remaster of legendary JRPG WiZmans World from Jaleco with enhanced 2D pixelated graphic and sound. Experience the vast world of Wizarest with 3 fairly like homunculis.
Why similar: JRPG 26.5%, Party-Based RPG 18%, Magic 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%, RPG 8.5%
- #50 Visions of Mana
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,602 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, Party-Based RPG 23.2%, Class-Based 15.2% ★, RPG 11.5%, Magic 7.3%
- #51 Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster
67% matchVery Positive88% of 4,984 reviews2021
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Reawaken your inner demon in a modernized version of the acclaimed ATLUS classic, Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster.
Why similar: JRPG 45.3%, Party-Based RPG 27.2%, RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #52 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
68% matchVery Positive86% of 16,380 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 47.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
Why similar: JRPG 47.1%, RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Party-Based RPG 4.5%
- #53 FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
66% matchVery Positive88% of 45,558 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 45.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Party-Based RPG 22.9%, RPG 15.4%, Magic 8.6%, Fantasy 6.9%
- #54 Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure
67% matchVery Positive94% of 198 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Dive back into your NIS roots and experience a game that laid the foundation for the beloved Disgaea series with Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure. Sharper graphics and updated image optimization bring this classic title into the present!
Why similar: JRPG 41.9%, RPG 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Fantasy 8.8%, 2D 7.5%
- #55 I am Setsuna
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,689 reviews2016
Dev: Tokyo RPG FactoryPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Inspired by the timeless classic Chrono Trigger, I am Setsuna is a great homage to the JRPG masterpieces of yesteryear. Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land.
Why similar: JRPG 58.9%, RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Fantasy 5.7%, Singleplayer 2%
- #56 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
66% matchVery Positive91% of 3,137 reviews2020
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.7 hrsMean: 68.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Why similar: JRPG 46.3%, RPG 36.2%, Turn-Based Combat 4.2%, Turn-Based 3.6%, Fantasy 3.4%
- #57 Etrian Odyssey HD
65% matchVery Positive86% of 1,256 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 25.1%, RPG 22.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Party-Based RPG 12.5%, Fantasy 8.5%
