- #1 FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 36,065 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 23.6 hrsMean: 48.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.
Why similar: JRPG 26.3%, Open World 21.2%, RPG 13.7%, Action RPG 9.8%, Story Rich 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its huge interconnected regions, real-time party combat, vehicle-assisted exploration, and character-driven journey make it the closest modern Final Fantasy counterpart to FFXV.
- #2 FINAL FANTASY XVI
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 33,871 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 26.2 hrsMean: 39.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.
Why similar: JRPG 26%, Action RPG 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, RPG 10.3%, Fantasy 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: This is another cinematic, mature Final Fantasy built around flashy real-time combat, colossal spectacle, and a dramatic road-spanning fantasy narrative.
- #3 FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
96% matchVery Positive87% of 53,500 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 42.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 34.5%, RPG 17.4%, Action RPG 14.7%, Fantasy 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: It delivers highly polished action-RPG combat, memorable party banter, cinematic boss battles, and a similarly lavish modern Final Fantasy presentation.
- #4 Tales of ARISE
94% matchVery Positive87% of 36,789 reviews2023
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!
Why similar: JRPG 27.7%, Open World 17.6%, RPG 12.1%, Action RPG 9.4%, Anime 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful action JRPG centered on a gradually bonding party, fast combo-based combat, campfire conversations, and a sweeping fantasy quest.
- #5 FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
95% matchVery Positive89% of 10,308 reviews2018
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 51.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 32.1%, RPG 18.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.5%, Open World 13.6%, Fantasy 8%
Why You'll Like It: Its broad fantasy zones, traveling party, hunt-filled detours, and polished Final Fantasy worldbuilding make it an excellent companion adventure.
- #6 Granblue Fantasy: Relink
94% matchVery Positive90% of 56,109 reviews2024
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 36.7 hrsMean: 90.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Why similar: JRPG 31%, Action RPG 13.2%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 8.6%, Fantasy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Its accessible real-time party combat, cooperative skill combinations, visually extravagant battles, and likable ensemble evoke FFXV's action-heavy side.
- #7 Dragon's Dogma 2
93% matchMixed62% of 117,711 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30.5 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.
Why similar: Open World 36.4%, RPG 18.5%, Action RPG 15.2%, Fantasy 11.5%, Third Person 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Its open fantasy world, real-time combat, camping and travel systems, and AI companions capture much of FFXV's sense of adventurous road exploration.
- #8 NieR:Automata™
92% matchVery Positive87% of 153,730 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.0 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.7%, Hack and Slash 18.5%, RPG 15.3%, JRPG 14.4%, Open World 13%
Why You'll Like It: Its fluid action, emotional storytelling, excellent soundtrack, and haunting open areas offer a more unconventional but equally memorable Square Enix-style journey.
- #9 Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
91% matchVery Positive88% of 49,171 reviews2016
Dev: Capcom
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.
Why similar: Open World 28.8%, RPG 18.9%, Fantasy 8.6%, Action RPG 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: An older but outstanding open-world action RPG with enormous monsters, customizable companions, and a dangerous fantasy wilderness to explore.
- #10 Forspoken
90% matchMixed63% of 8,568 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Forspoken follows the journey of Frey, a young New Yorker transported to the beautiful and cruel land of Athia. In search of a way home, Frey must use her newfound magical abilities to traverse sprawling landscapes and battle monstrous creatures.
Why similar: Open World 36.1%, RPG 18.2%, Action RPG 16.1%, Fantasy 11.2%, Story Rich 7%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced fantasy action RPG emphasizes magical mobility, open-world exploration, and spectacular combat in a modern Square Enix production.
- #11 LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,842 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 45.4 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 25.4%, Open World 17.6%, Great Soundtrack 16%, RPG 13.3%, Fantasy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its open-ended regions, action-oriented combat, and stylish Final Fantasy presentation make it the best fit among the XIII trilogy for FFXV players.
- #12 SCARLET NEXUS
89% matchVery Positive80% of 18,212 reviews2021
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.
Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, Open World 16%, RPG 14.5%, Action RPG 11.8%, Anime 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: It pairs stylish action combat with a party whose abilities can be borrowed in battle, plus a strongly character-focused sci-fi fantasy story.
- #13 Tales of Berseria™
89% matchVery Positive91% of 18,929 reviews2017
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, RPG 12.2%, Anime 10%, Open World 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its energetic action combat and exceptionally strong group chemistry make its darker fantasy voyage rewarding for players who valued the Chocobros.
- #14 CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION
86% matchVery Positive89% of 9,090 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 26.0 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 38.2%, RPG 19.2%, Action RPG 15.6%, Fantasy 6.9%, Third Person 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its fast action combat, emotional Final Fantasy storytelling, and polished modern remake treatment make it a strong choice for FFXV fans seeking a tighter campaign.
- #15 Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
88% matchVery Positive84% of 11,170 reviews2018
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.
Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, Open World 17%, RPG 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Anime 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its colorful world, real-time combat, kingdom-building, and broad exploration provide a lighter but similarly grand JRPG adventure.
- #16 Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
87% matchVery Positive81% of 4,928 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 39%, RPG 16%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Action RPG 7.6%, Anime 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic party-driven action JRPG with a globe-trotting adventure, entertaining skits, and a cast that grows close over a long journey.
- #17 Rise of the Ronin
84% matchMixed63% of 11,187 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 18.5 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."
Why similar: Open World 36.5%, RPG 19.4%, Action RPG 18%, Third Person 8.9%, Action 4%
Why You'll Like It: Its open-world structure, companion bond missions, action combat, and emphasis on traveling through a historical setting suit players who enjoyed FFXV's journey format.
- #18 Visions of Mana
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,752 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 37.7%, RPG 17.6%, Action RPG 15%, Fantasy 8%, Story Rich 7%
Why You'll Like It: This colorful modern action JRPG offers an adventurous party quest across large regions, real-time combat, and a relaxed sense of fantasy travel.
- #19 SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris
86% matchMixed61% of 6,834 reviews2020
Dev: AQURIA Co., Ltd.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 53.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy seamless, action-packed real-time battles using a combination of sword skills, sacred arts, and your favorite SAO characters!
Why similar: RPG 23.9%, JRPG 22.5%, Open World 20.8%, Anime 8.9%, Multiplayer 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: It features real-time party combat, broad explorable environments, camp-like companion events, and an anime road-adventure atmosphere.
- #20 NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139...
82% matchVery Positive88% of 28,468 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.6%, JRPG 22.5%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 9.3%, Hack and Slash 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: It combines action-RPG battles, a powerful melancholy story, superb music, and a small world that becomes increasingly meaningful as the narrative unfolds.
- #21 FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0™ HD
85% matchMixed63% of 3,196 reviews2015
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 24.8%, RPG 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, Action RPG 7.4%, Hack and Slash 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Its action combat, darker wartime tone, and squad-based missions offer a more mission-focused but still distinctly Final Fantasy alternative.
- #22 FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
83% matchVery Positive87% of 85,838 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 71.1 hrsMean: 858.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of captivating environments to explore.
Why similar: JRPG 22.1%, Open World 17.6%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 8.3%, Action RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This MMO expands the Final Fantasy formula into a massive world with excellent long-form storytelling, spectacular trials, and extensive cooperative adventures.
- #23 Monster Hunter: World
81% matchVery Positive89% of 518,074 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 35.5 hrsMean: 163.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.
Why similar: Open World 22.3%, RPG 11.9%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, JRPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Its richly detailed wildernesses, large-scale creature battles, gear progression, and optional multiplayer appeal to FFXV players who enjoyed hunting and exploration.
- #24 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
82% matchVery Positive90% of 7,069 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.
Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, RPG 18.3%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Action RPG 7.2%, Anime 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Exploring a vast island with a growing cast, gathering resources, and fighting in brisk real-time combat creates a compelling sense of expedition.
- #25 Trials of Mana
81% matchVery Positive91% of 5,779 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 19.8 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 37.6%, JRPG 25.6%, Action RPG 9%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%, Anime 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Its approachable real-time combat, selectable party members, class customization, and bright fantasy exploration make for a breezy action-JRPG alternative.
- #26 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
78% matchVery Positive91% of 24,132 reviews2024
Dev: RGG StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 55.5 hrsMean: 66.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Two larger-than-life heroes, Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu are brought together by the hand of fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Live it up in Japan and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an RPG adventure so big it spans the Pacific.
Why similar: JRPG 42.1%, Great Soundtrack 14%, Action RPG 10.2%, RPG 9.9%, Story Rich 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Its sprawling vacation-road-trip story, heartfelt party dynamics, side activities, and generous sense of place recreate FFXV's social journey even with turn-based combat.
- #27 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
79% matchVery Positive93% of 12,183 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 37.5 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 45.6%, RPG 17.4%, Story Rich 8.8%, Open World 8.3%, Fantasy 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Although turn-based, it excels at delivering a long, warmly written fantasy journey with a lovable traveling party and expansive places to discover.
- #28 Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,202 reviews2020
Dev: KAIKOPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.
Why similar: Open World 26.7%, RPG 23.3%, Action RPG 14.5%, Fantasy 11.2%, Hack and Slash 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: This fantasy action RPG offers a large quest-rich world, flexible builds, colorful environments, and satisfying ability-driven combat.
- #29 CODE VEIN
78% matchVery Positive83% of 62,641 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco StudiosPub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.
Why similar: JRPG 30%, Action RPG 13.4%, RPG 11.8%, Anime 11%, Third Person 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: This challenging action RPG features anime-styled dark fantasy, an AI partner system, and build-focused combat for those wanting a tougher FFXV-like action experience.
- #30 Tales of Zestiria
80% matchMostly Positive80% of 9,321 reviews2015
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studio Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.
Why similar: JRPG 32.6%, Open World 12.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.8%, RPG 10.8%, Anime 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its traveling-companion premise, fusion-based action combat, and traditional fantasy pilgrimage provide a solid party-adventure follow-up.
- #31 FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
77% matchVery Positive88% of 23,708 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 39.8 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 37.2%, Great Soundtrack 22.4%, RPG 13.3%, Story Rich 8.4%, Fantasy 8.4%
- #32 KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-
73% matchVery Positive87% of 12,750 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 27.6%, Great Soundtrack 20.8%, RPG 14.3%, Action RPG 6.4%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #33 KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC)
73% matchVery Positive90% of 3,111 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 29.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC) brings one chapter of the series to a close. Travel to exciting new Disney and Pixar worlds, and prepare for the final showdown.
Why similar: JRPG 25.2%, RPG 18.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Action RPG 11.6%, Story Rich 5.7%
- #34 FINAL FANTASY IX
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 14,380 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 41.2 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 34.5%, Great Soundtrack 23.5%, RPG 11.6%, Fantasy 9.2%, Open World 8.2%
- #35 FINAL FANTASY® XIII
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 20,020 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 37.9 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 41.7%, Great Soundtrack 22.9%, RPG 12.6%, Fantasy 8.3%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #36 FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 5,663 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 53.8 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 35.3%, RPG 24%, Great Soundtrack 20%, Story Rich 7.1%, Fantasy 5%
- #37 FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2
77% matchMixed59% of 6,460 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 33.5 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 35.4%, Great Soundtrack 20.4%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 8.3%, Open World 5.8%
- #38 STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN
72% matchVery Positive83% of 4,726 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 22.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.
Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, RPG 17.3%, Action RPG 14.9%, Third Person 7.3%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #39 KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
71% matchVery Positive83% of 850 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue features 3 magical experiences, all leading up to KINGDOM HEARTS III.
Why similar: JRPG 31.9%, RPG 21.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Action 6.2%
- #40 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,381 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 47.7 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 34.5%, RPG 20.4%, Open World 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #41 Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 19,501 reviews2018
Dev: Dimps CorporationPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 52.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Experience an original story where you are the protagonist in the world of Gun Gale Online. Create your own avatar and explore devastated lands while experiencing exciting third person shooting in this action RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 24.6%, Open World 17.4%, RPG 16%, Anime 12.6%, Multiplayer 7.2%
- #42 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
71% matchVery Positive83% of 5,168 reviews2019
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 32.4%, Great Soundtrack 15.4%, RPG 15.4%, Open World 11.9%, Anime 5.7%
- #43 Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
72% matchVery Positive84% of 3,247 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.
Why similar: JRPG 43.2%, RPG 20.2%, Great Soundtrack 16.9%, Fantasy 8.6%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #44 Tales of Symphonia
70% matchVery Positive85% of 5,212 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 35.1%, Great Soundtrack 14%, RPG 12.9%, Action RPG 7.6%, Open World 6.7%
- #45 .hack//G.U. Last Recode
70% matchVery Positive87% of 4,267 reviews2017
Dev: CyberConnect2Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 16.2 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 32.6%, Great Soundtrack 16.4%, RPG 15.2%, Action RPG 8.5%, Anime 7.4%
- #46 DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT
67% matchVery Positive93% of 58,438 reviews2020
Dev: CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 15.6 hrsMean: 34.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The Dragon Ball RPG of your dreams! For the first time, you can play the rest of the story. Step into the universe of Dragon Ball Z in all its iconic glory and become the hero you were always meant to be!
Why similar: Open World 19.9%, RPG 19.3%, JRPG 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Anime 7.7%
- #47 Devil May Cry 5
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 171,110 reviews2019
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.8%, Hack and Slash 24.3%, Third Person 8.5%, Action 8.2%, Story Rich 5.4%
- #48 DragonSword : Awakening
62% matchVery Positive88% of 12,986 reviews2026
Dev: Hound13 Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the anime-style open world of the Continent of Orbis, brought to life with Unreal Engine 5! Recruit unique companions, unleash spectacular Status Ailment tag-team action, and embark on an epic journey to save the world from the threat of a Dragon reawakened after 60 years.
Why similar: Open World 23.7%, JRPG 17.3%, RPG 13%, Action RPG 8.8%, Anime 7.7%
- #49 Wuthering Waves
63% matchVery Positive88% of 56,442 reviews2025
Dev: KURO GAMES
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 78.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Why similar: Open World 34.4%, RPG 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Anime 10.1%, Story Rich 7.7%
- #50 FINAL FANTASY VIII
69% matchVery Positive88% of 9,520 reviews2013
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 49.9 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 45.8%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, RPG 17%, Open World 5.7%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #51 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
68% matchVery Positive85% of 17,302 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 40.2%, RPG 19.1%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, Open World 11.2%, Story Rich 7.8%
- #52 Persona® 5 Strikers
67% matchVery Positive87% of 18,348 reviews2021
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!
Why similar: JRPG 26.3%, Great Soundtrack 23.1%, Hack and Slash 11.6%, RPG 9.2%, Anime 7.9%
- #53 Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
69% matchVery Positive82% of 3,587 reviews2014
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 35.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
Why similar: JRPG 48.8%, RPG 26.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Fantasy 6.5%, Open World 3.9%
- #54 GOD EATER 3
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,981 reviews2019
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here!
Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, Hack and Slash 12.3%, Anime 11.7%, RPG 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%
- #55 Persona 5 Royal
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 140,645 reviews2022
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 30.9 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Lead the Phantom Thieves of Hearts in this award winning, stylish turn-based RPG filled with dungeon crawling, party customization, strategic combat, and Persona fusion. Explore Tokyo, build relationships, battle Shadows, and infiltrate the minds of the corrupt to make them change their ways!
Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, Great Soundtrack 25.2%, RPG 13.3%, Story Rich 8.3%, Anime 7.6%
- #56 DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY NT Free Edition
70% matchMixed44% of 3,703 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Combining seamless gameplay, FINAL FANTASY characters and breathtaking worlds from the past 30 years of the franchise, DISSIDIA® FINAL FANTASY® NT welcomes all gamers to the online battle arena with a new style of competitive gaming!
Why similar: Multiplayer 24%, Fantasy 23.4%, Anime 21%, Action 20.3%, Online Co-Op 7.1%
