- #1 GRANDIA HD Remaster
97% 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 36.5%, RPG 21.7%, Classic 21.4% ★, Adventure 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct predecessor to the seed game and shares the same iconic combat system and adventurous spirit.
- #2 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 34%, Classic 22.2% ★, RPG 10.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Cult Classic 9.2% ★
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for classic JRPGs, it features a timeless story and a unique combat system that influenced the genre.
- #3 STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
95% 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 64.2%, RPG 20.6%, Story Rich 6%, Fantasy 3.7%, Anime 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a perfect blend of classic JRPG charm and modern quality-of-life improvements with a highly engaging combat system.
- #4 Tales of Symphonia
96% 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 44.2%, Classic 17.3% ★, RPG 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Anime 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a classic anime-style adventure with a strong focus on party dynamics and real-time action combat.
- #5 Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
94% 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 52.5%, RPG 15.1%, Classic 7.8% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Anime 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: It features an excellent action-RPG combat system and a memorable cast of characters that fans of Grandia's banter will appreciate.
- #6 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
94% 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%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, RPG 14.5%, Story Rich 6.8%, Fantasy 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive modern classic JRPG, capturing the epic scale and traditional fantasy feel of the genre's best entries.
- #7 FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
93% 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 35.4%, Classic 16.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%, RPG 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a polished turn-based combat experience with a strong narrative focus and a memorable soundtrack.
- #8 The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure
92% 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 47.2%, RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Story Rich 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers deep world-building and a highly strategic turn-based combat system that rewards careful planning.
- #9 Persona 4 Golden
91% 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 45.7%, Great Soundtrack 19.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, RPG 9%, Story Rich 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: It excels at deep character-driven storytelling and features a stylish, anime-inspired world that is hard to put down.
- #10 FINAL FANTASY IX
91% 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 32.4%, Classic 22% ★, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, RPG 7.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the whimsical, high-fantasy adventure spirit of the classic era better than almost any other game in the series.
- #11 Sea of Stars
90% 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 49.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, RPG 14.5%, Story Rich 8.5%, Adventure 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: This modern title features timing-based combat mechanics that directly echo the strategic depth and responsiveness found in the Grandia series.
- #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 43.1%, RPG 18%, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Classic 10.9% ★, Story Rich 5%
Why You'll Like It: The unique gambit system rewards strategic planning and automation, offering a depth of combat customization similar to Grandia.
- #13 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
89% matchVery Positive90% of 6,836 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 49.3%, RPG 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, Anime 6.1%, Story Rich 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A high-energy adventure that focuses on exploration and fast-paced combat, perfectly capturing the sense of discovery found in Grandia.
- #14 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
87% 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 43.6%, RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%, Story Rich 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: It features a refined turn-based combat system with a beautiful aesthetic that honors the classic JRPG structure.
- #15 FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
88% 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 33.8%, RPG 15.9%, Classic 14.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Turn-Based 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a complex junction system and a sweeping, dramatic narrative that fits the scale of Grandia II.
- #16 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
86% 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 46.1%, RPG 15.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Adventure 6%, Anime 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Stunning anime visuals paired with a heartfelt, adventurous story make this a perfect match for fans of the genre's aesthetic.
- #17 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
86% 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%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, RPG 9.2%, Classic 8% ★, Turn-Based 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: An essential classic JRPG experience known for its charming cast and meticulous world-building.
- #18 Trials of Mana
85% 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 37.5%, JRPG 36.1%, Classic 7.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Anime 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This remake offers vibrant, action-oriented combat and a classic fantasy aesthetic that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
- #19 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
84% 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 52.4%, RPG 16%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Story Rich 6.4%, Anime 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to classic JRPGs that features a massive cast and strategic combat reminiscent of the genre's peak.
- #20 RESONANCE OF FATE™/END OF ETERNITY™ 4K/HD EDITION
84% matchVery Positive80% of 1,010 reviews2018
Dev: tri-Ace
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
This symphonic gunplay RPG, where you can change the fate of the world, has been remastered in a 4K/HD EDITION. Fly through the air and enjoy the blazing gun battles in this fateful tale set on a ruined planet.
Why similar: JRPG 53%, RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Story Rich 5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly technical and unique combat system that will appeal to players who enjoy the strategic complexity of Grandia's battles.
- #21 I am Setsuna
83% 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 50.3%, RPG 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Story Rich 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A melancholic, turn-based tribute to the golden age of JRPGs that prioritizes emotional storytelling.
- #22 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
81% 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 48.5%, RPG 16%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Story Rich 5.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic job-based turn-based combat system that offers plenty of strategic depth.
- #23 Secret of Mana
82% 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 38.9%, Classic 15.2% ★, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, RPG 11.8%, Story Rich 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic action-RPG that defined the genre's early adventure style with its iconic soundtrack and cooperative play.
- #24 SaGa Frontier Remastered
80% 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 58.1%, RPG 22.4%, Turn-Based 6.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%, Story Rich 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a non-linear, experimental approach to the classic JRPG formula for players looking for something unique.
- #25 Ys I & II Chronicles+
81% 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 45.1%, Great Soundtrack 18.9%, Classic 15.4% ★, RPG 11.2%, Adventure 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: The roots of fast-paced action-RPG gameplay, featuring an iconic soundtrack and a sense of classic adventure.
- #26 Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered
79% 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 46%, RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based 15%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%, Story Rich 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex JRPG with a heavy focus on exploration and non-linear party building.
- #27 FINAL FANTASY VI
78% 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 49.8%, RPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7%, Fantasy 5.8%, Adventure 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of 2D storytelling with a massive, memorable cast that defines the emotional peak of classic JRPGs.
- #28 Tokyo Xanadu eX+
79% matchVery Positive86% of 1,744 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Aksys Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Tokyo Xanadu eX+; a massive action RPG from the masters of the genre, Nihon Falcom! When high school student Kou Tokisaka encounters the nightmare realm known as the Eclipse, his world is forever changed.
Why similar: JRPG 61.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, RPG 13%, Anime 6.6%, Story Rich 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: A character-driven action-RPG that captures the anime-inspired school-life and dungeon-crawling vibe perfectly.
- #29 Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
77% 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 40.6%, Classic 19.1% ★, RPG 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Turn-Based 4.2%
- #30 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 44.2%, Classic 18.4% ★, RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%
- #31 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
74% 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 37.3%, RPG 25.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Turn-Based 8.7%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #32 .hack//G.U. Last Recode
74% 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 46.1%, RPG 15.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Classic 7.7% ★, Anime 6.9%
- #33 Romancing SaGa 3™
75% 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 35.4%, Classic 16.9% ★, RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Turn-Based 6.1%
- #34 FINAL FANTASY V
72% 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 47.1%, RPG 25.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%, Adventure 4.4%, Great Soundtrack 3.9%
- #35 Ys Origin
73% 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 45.8%, Great Soundtrack 23.9%, RPG 14.9%, Anime 4.6%, Adventure 4%
- #36 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
73% matchVery Positive93% of 3,057 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 38.6 hrsMean: 55.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Civil war has broken out across Erebonia. After his narrow escape from Trista, Rean will take up his sword again on a journey with his Divine Knight, Valimar, in search of his friends from Class VII and a way to end the conflict before its price becomes far too dear...
Why similar: JRPG 45.6%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based 9.1%, Story Rich 5.9%
- #37 FINAL FANTASY II
72% 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 52.6%, RPG 18%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Fantasy 5.5%, Adventure 3.7%
- #38 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 55.5%, RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Story Rich 7.3%, Fantasy 4.9%
- #39 Ys SEVEN
73% matchVery Positive91% of 1,008 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Experience the first “modern-era” Ys game, now off the small screen for its worldwide PC debut! Features a full party system, dozens of unique combat skills, and a massive overworld to explore. Uncover the secret of the Five Great Dragons, and help Adol Christin save the day once again!
Why similar: JRPG 48.5%, RPG 23.8%, Great Soundtrack 19.7%, Anime 4.9%, Adventure 2.2%
- #40 FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS
75% 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 36%, Classic 12.6% ★, RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8%
- #41 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
71% 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 37.7%, RPG 22.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Turn-Based 9.1%, Story Rich 5.6%
- #42 FINAL FANTASY III
71% 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 54.8%, RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7%, Adventure 6%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #43 DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
68% 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: RPG 36.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.9%, JRPG 20.9%, Fantasy 11.6%, Turn-Based 5.7%
- #44 FINAL FANTASY IV
70% 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 52%, RPG 17%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Story Rich 7.5%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #45 LUNAR Remastered Collection
68% 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 50.8%, RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Anime 8.1%, Adventure 6.6%
- #46 Ys: The Oath in Felghana
71% matchVery Positive94% of 2,080 reviews2012
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An Action RPG driven by fast-paced combat and paired with an intricate puzzle-filled world.
Why similar: JRPG 43%, Great Soundtrack 25.7%, RPG 14.4%, Classic 6.1% ★, Adventure 4.5%
- #47 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,212 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 40.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
Why similar: JRPG 41.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, RPG 9.7%, Classic 9.3% ★, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #48 FINAL FANTASY
68% 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%, RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Fantasy 5.4%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #49 Tales of Graces f Remastered
67% matchVery Positive89% of 910 reviews2025
Dev: TOSE CO., LTD.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 23.2 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tales of Graces f is back with a beautiful and easier-to-play version! The game also includes Lineage and Legacies, an after-story to the main scenario!
Why similar: JRPG 51.4%, RPG 19.6%, Anime 7.6%, Story Rich 7.4%, Adventure 6.2%
- #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 47.5%, RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Turn-Based 9.2%, Story Rich 6.7%
- #51 BRAVELY DEFAULT FLYING FAIRY HD Remaster
65% 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 45.7%, RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based 10.8%, Anime 6.2%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #52 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd
69% matchVery Positive95% of 2,450 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.
Why similar: JRPG 42.2%, Great Soundtrack 18.2%, RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #53 The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,461 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 43.0 hrsMean: 46.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
When Lloyd Bannings is assigned to Crossbell's Special Support Section, he and his new teammates must prove themselves as they fight to overcome the injustice of a city gripped by corruption.
Why similar: JRPG 44%, RPG 15.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Story Rich 7.8%
- #54 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
63% 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 50.4%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Story Rich 9.5%, Fantasy 7.6%
- #55 FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0™ HD
70% 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 46.4%, RPG 18.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Story Rich 6.2%, Anime 5.3%
- #56 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
66% 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 37%, RPG 26.5%, Turn-Based 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%
