- #1 Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
97% 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 42.8%, RPG 17.9%, Classic 17% ★, Turn-Based 11%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the exact same 3D visual style and classic job-based progression system as the seed game.
- #2 FINAL FANTASY IX
96% 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 33.7%, Classic 21.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, RPG 8.6%, Fantasy 6%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the same high-fantasy, character-driven spirit and emotional weight found in the Final Fantasy series.
- #3 CHRONO TRIGGER®
96% 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 37.7%, Classic 23.6% ★, RPG 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.8%, Turn-Based 7%
Why You'll Like It: An essential classic that shares the same era of JRPG design, focusing on a memorable cast and time-traveling adventure.
- #4 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
95% 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 53.4%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Story Rich 7%, Fantasy 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern classic-style JRPGs, featuring a grand fantasy narrative and refined turn-based combat.
- #5 FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
94% 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 36.2%, Classic 16.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, RPG 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features one of the most polished turn-based combat systems in the series alongside a deeply moving story.
- #6 GRANDIA II HD Remaster
94% 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 40.6%, Classic 19.1% ★, RPG 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Turn-Based 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an engaging, character-focused adventure with a unique combat system that rewards tactical positioning.
- #7 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
93% 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 44.1%, RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6%
Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to the 16-bit era that utilizes a deep, strategic turn-based combat system.
- #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 50.3%, RPG 16%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Story Rich 8.8%, Fantasy 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful tribute to classic JRPGs that emphasizes timing-based combat and party synergy.
- #9 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 50.2%, RPG 18%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Fantasy 6.6%, Story Rich 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A modern JRPG that leans heavily into the classic job-system mechanics and turn-based strategy.
- #10 I am Setsuna
92% 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 52.2%, RPG 16.3%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%, Story Rich 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A melancholic, piano-driven JRPG that feels like a love letter to the 90s era of storytelling.
- #11 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
90% matchVery Positive94% of 10,221 reviews2014
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
Why similar: JRPG 47.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based 9%, Classic 7.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its deep world-building and slow-burn character development that rewards patient players.
- #12 FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
89% 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 42%, RPG 19%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Classic 10.2% ★, Fantasy 7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a more strategic, gambit-based take on the classic fantasy formula for those who enjoy tactical depth.
- #13 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 61.5%, RPG 21.4%, Story Rich 5.8%, Fantasy 5.6%, 1990's 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fantastic remake that blends classic JRPG tropes with modern quality-of-life improvements and deep character bonds.
- #14 FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
89% 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 34.5%, RPG 17.6%, Classic 14.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Turn-Based 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A bold, story-rich entry that shares the dramatic flair and cinematic ambition of the Final Fantasy series.
- #15 Chained Echoes
86% 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 40.5%, RPG 24.5%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 6%, Great Soundtrack 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A masterful indie JRPG that captures the essence of 16-bit classics with modern pacing and no random encounters.
- #16 Tales of Symphonia
88% matchVery Positive85% of 5,091 reviews2016
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
FIRST TIME ON STEAM – Based on the PlayStation®3 port of the original GameCube game, this RPG classic is finally available for PC.
Why similar: JRPG 45.8%, Classic 17.2% ★, RPG 12.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Fantasy 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy adventure that focuses on party bonds and a grand, world-saving quest.
- #17 LIVE A LIVE
86% 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 68.6%, RPG 24.4%, 1990's 5%, Adventure 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique, multi-protagonist structure that echoes the narrative ambition and variety of classic JRPGs.
- #18 GRANDIA HD Remaster
84% 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 39.8%, RPG 25.6%, Classic 22.3% ★, Great Soundtrack 4.8%, Turn-Based Combat 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A foundational JRPG adventure that emphasizes exploration and a sense of wonder in a vibrant world.
- #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: JRPG 44.7%, RPG 20.1%, Turn-Based 7.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A charming celebration of the series' history with a familiar monster-collecting twist and lighthearted tone.
- #20 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
84% matchVery Positive91% of 2,419 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.0 hrsMean: 74.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!
Why similar: JRPG 37.4%, RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Story Rich 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A massive, story-driven epic that rewards players for investing in its long-running narrative and complex world.
- #21 SaGa Frontier Remastered
82% 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 54.8%, RPG 22.8%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Party-Based RPG 4.4%, Turn-Based Combat 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a non-linear, experimental take on the classic JRPG formula with multiple unique character paths.
- #22 Secret of Mana
83% 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 42.5%, Classic 15.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, RPG 13.9%, Story Rich 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic action-RPG that shares the same fantasy aesthetic and nostalgic appeal of the SNES era.
- #23 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
81% 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 53.6%, RPG 17.7%, Fantasy 7.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to classic JRPGs that emphasizes large-scale party building and epic political conflict.
- #24 Persona 4 Golden
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 83,940 reviews2020
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.
Why similar: JRPG 48%, Great Soundtrack 18.9%, RPG 10.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%, Story Rich 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern classic that excels at blending turn-based combat with deep social simulation and character growth.
- #25 Cosmic Star Heroine
81% matchVery Positive89% of 1,021 reviews2017
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 62.5%, RPG 14%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%, Turn-Based 6.5%, Turn-Based Combat 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, sci-fi JRPG that distills the genre down to its most fun, turn-based elements.
- #26 FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0™ HD
82% matchMixed62% of 3,126 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0 HD brings an immersive world, memorable characters and the production value known of the series, together with high quality gameplay and storytelling truly worthy of the FINAL FANTASY name.
Why similar: JRPG 46.1%, RPG 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Fantasy 7.9%, Story Rich 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A darker, more action-oriented take on the series' familiar fantasy world with a focus on military drama.
- #27 FINAL FANTASY IV
77% 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 49.3%, RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%, Fantasy 7.4%, Story Rich 7.3%
- #28 FINAL FANTASY V
76% 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: JRPG 46.6%, RPG 27%, Turn-Based Combat 5.4%, Turn-Based 4.1%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%
- #29 FINAL FANTASY VIII
77% matchVery Positive88% of 9,358 reviews2013
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...
Why similar: JRPG 43.2%, Classic 19.9% ★, RPG 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Turn-Based 6.8%
- #30 FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS
79% 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 35%, Turn-Based 13%, RPG 12.9%, Classic 11.7% ★, Fantasy 7.7%
- #31 FINAL FANTASY
74% 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 48.5%, RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Fantasy 8.9%, Story Rich 5%
- #32 FINAL FANTASY III
75% matchVery Positive93% of 2,621 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 70.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: JRPG 53.3%, RPG 19.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, Turn-Based Combat 4.8%, Party-Based RPG 3.6%
- #33 FINAL FANTASY VI
74% 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: JRPG 48.8%, RPG 21.5%, Fantasy 9.1%, Turn-Based Combat 4.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%
- #34 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 45%, RPG 14.1%, Classic 10.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 8.8%, Story Rich 6.2%
- #35 FINAL FANTASY II
73% 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 50.7%, RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Fantasy 8.6%, Party-Based RPG 5.4%
- #36 Trials of Mana
72% 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 40.6%, JRPG 36.2%, Classic 7.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Fantasy 4.2%
- #37 FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2
75% matchMixed58% of 6,164 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
It is no longer about facing destiny. Create a new future and change the world! Now enhanced for Windows PC.
Why similar: JRPG 50.1%, Great Soundtrack 16.1%, RPG 13.2%, Fantasy 7.9%, Story Rich 4.6%
- #38 Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
73% matchVery Positive81% of 4,793 reviews2019
Dev: QLOCPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
Why similar: JRPG 54.7%, RPG 17.1%, Classic 7.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Story Rich 5%
- #39 Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
68% 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 52.4%, RPG 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%, Fantasy 7.5%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #40 Romancing SaGa 3™
72% 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 34.3%, Classic 15.6% ★, RPG 11.7%, Turn-Based 8.1%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #41 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
70% 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 37.1%, RPG 27.5%, Turn-Based 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Story Rich 5.4%
- #42 .hack//G.U. Last Recode
71% matchVery Positive87% of 4,139 reviews2017
Dev: CyberConnect2Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection.
Why similar: JRPG 48%, RPG 17%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Classic 7.7% ★, Story Rich 6.2%
- #43 FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
70% matchVery Positive83% of 56,633 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 49.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.
Why similar: JRPG 43.3%, RPG 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 16.2%, Fantasy 8.8%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #44 LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,681 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.
Why similar: JRPG 46.2%, RPG 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 16.4%, Fantasy 9.2%, Story Rich 5.4%
- #45 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
66% 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: JRPG 48.5%, RPG 16.2%, Fantasy 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #46 Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered
69% 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 44.4%, Turn-Based 19.8%, RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%, Story Rich 4.5%
- #47 FINAL FANTASY VII
73% 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 44.3%, RPG 27.4%, Fantasy 6.3%, 1990's 5.1%, Turn-Based 4.8%
- #48 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
70% matchVery Positive84% of 4,965 reviews2019
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.
Why similar: JRPG 48.5%, RPG 17.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.4%, Fantasy 5.2%, Story Rich 4.4%
- #49 KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-
67% matchVery Positive86% of 9,841 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.0 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.
Why similar: JRPG 39%, Great Soundtrack 16.2%, RPG 14.9%, Classic 13.3% ★, Fantasy 5.9%
- #50 DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
67% 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 44.1%, RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #51 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,032 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.6 hrsMean: 63.5 hrs≥1hr: 98%
The Special Support Section is back with more members and more cases to solve! How will this rag-tag group deal with the oncoming threats to Crossbell’s political stability while maintaining their team’s foundation?
Why similar: JRPG 50.4%, RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Story Rich 8.2%
- #52 Ys I & II Chronicles+
69% matchVery Positive89% of 2,943 reviews2013
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Long, long ago, there was an ancient kingdom called Ys which prospered under the auspices of two heavenly Goddesses. Over time, the kingdom came to be known as Esteria, and its divine history was largely forgotten by all but the descendants of those who once preached the Goddesses’ will.
Why similar: JRPG 47.1%, Great Soundtrack 18.5%, Classic 15.4% ★, RPG 12.7%, Fantasy 2.5%
- #53 Ys Origin
68% matchVery Positive93% of 3,562 reviews2012
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
Why similar: JRPG 47.2%, Great Soundtrack 23.2%, RPG 16.6%, Fantasy 3.6%, Classic 3.1% ★
- #54 BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster
63% 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 41.9%, RPG 24.9%, Turn-Based 13.5%, Fantasy 7.7%, Story Rich 5%
- #55 FINAL FANTASY® XIII
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 19,183 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.
Why similar: JRPG 53.1%, Great Soundtrack 16.3%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 7.1%, Story Rich 4.8%
- #56 COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND
67% 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 61.9%, RPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%, 1990's 5.1%, Singleplayer 1.2%
