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

Why similar: RPG 26.4%, Fast-Paced 25.3%, JRPG 21.7%, Comedy 8%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, offering more of the same frantic, time-limited RPG action.

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

Why similar: Fast-Paced 15.1%, RPG 14.5%, Retro 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, this title forces you to complete objectives within a strict 60-second time loop.

Across all dimensions, the only constant is Darkness! A procedurally generated RPG-roguelike journey across the multiverse! In One Way Heroics, you take on the role of an intrepid adventurer who must travel across the land and face the Demon Lord before a mysterious darkness engulfs everything.

Why similar: JRPG 52.1%, RPG 18.8%, Retro 9.1%, Fantasy 5.7%, 2D 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines traditional RPG elements with a constant, encroaching time limit that forces you to keep moving forward.

Evoland 2 is an unique RPG, with its graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through a deep storyline based on time travel.

Why similar: RPG 33.6%, Parody 17.6% ★, JRPG 10.4%, Retro 10.4%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game serves as a meta-commentary on the history of RPGs, featuring shifting art styles and mechanics similar to the seed game's parody nature.

What happens when DLC practices go too far? An indie developer makes a game that mocks the industry and its foibles, that's what! Defeat the bad guy, save the world and get the girl! But first you'll need to find coins to buy DLC to enable animation, sound and even pausing.

Why similar: Parody 51.1% ★, Comedy 22.7%, Retro 6.8%, Indie 4.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant parody of modern gaming tropes and monetization that shares the same satirical tone as the seed game.

The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!

Why similar: JRPG 47.2%, Comedy 19.5%, RPG 16.6%, Parody 5.5% ★, Retro 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, retro-styled JRPG that pokes fun at genre conventions while delivering solid turn-based combat.

The one and only non-linear adventure with 100 different endings. Don't just wishlist me. I'm not that expensive... also, look at those reviews!

Why similar: Comedy 40.3%, Retro 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, 2D 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous, time-sensitive adventure where you must find various endings, capturing the same experimental and comedic spirit.

Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!

Why similar: JRPG 43%, RPG 20.4%, Parody 12.9% ★, Comedy 8.9%, Retro 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, funny, and self-aware JRPG that captures the classic 8-bit aesthetic and lighthearted tone.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 42.9%, Great Soundtrack 16.2%, Action 13.4%, Retro 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-stakes action game that requires quick thinking and precise execution under pressure.

Evoland is a journey through the history of action/adventure gaming, allowing you to unlock new technologies, gameplay systems and graphic upgrades as you progress through the game.

Why similar: RPG 32.1%, Parody 25.5% ★, Retro 10.7%, JRPG 10.5%, Comedy 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: An innovative RPG that evolves its own mechanics and graphics as you play, mirroring the meta-humor of the seed game.

A light-hearted turn-based RPG, heavily inspired by old 2D classics. You will battle through waves of cute enemies, grow your characters, explore a diverse world, solve puzzles, and of course, save the world. (Just updated to version 3!)

Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, Parody 21.8% ★, RPG 15.7%, Comedy 10.8%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, funny JRPG that focuses on over-the-top combat and classic genre tropes.

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 46.1%, Comedy 14.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Retro 5.7%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, high-energy platformer that matches the frantic, over-the-top personality of the seed game.

Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 48.5%, Retro 12.8%, Action 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, 2D 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style game that emphasizes high-speed movement and intense, reflex-based gameplay.

For uncounted years, DeathSpank has been a Dispenser of Justice, a Vanquisher of Evil, and a Hero to the Downtrodden.

Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Parody 30.1% ★, Comedy 20.9%, Action 11.1%, Indie 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that leans heavily into comedy and satire, perfect for fans of the seed game's lighthearted tone.

Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.

Why similar: RPG 41.5%, Parody 21.3% ★, Comedy 8.8%, Retro 6.5%, Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-RPG that simulates a tabletop gaming session, filled with self-referential humor and classic tropes.

A century after the legendary boy Noitu Love saved the world from the evil Darns, they rise again, but in a chaos of time-bending mayhem!

Why similar: Action 39.8%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Retro 12.5%, Indie 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, action-packed beat-em-up that feels like a classic arcade experience.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Retro 26.6%, Great Soundtrack 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Action 8.2%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-inspired platformer that demands high precision and quick reflexes in short, challenging bursts.

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

Why similar: Retro 29.4%, Great Soundtrack 18.8%, Action 12.1%, Comedy 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer that evolves over time and features a witty, self-aware script.

Saturday Morning RPG is an episodic JRPG set in world heavily inspired by 1980s Saturday morning cartoons and pop culture.

Why similar: RPG 36.1%, Parody 26.9% ★, JRPG 13.2%, Comedy 11.1%, Retro 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A nostalgic, episodic RPG that captures the aesthetic and energy of 1980s Saturday morning cartoons.

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 47.5%, RPG 21.2%, Comedy 8.9%, Retro 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-styled JRPG that streamlines traditional mechanics for a more modern, energetic feel.

Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!

Why similar: JRPG 45%, RPG 22.8%, Comedy 13.2%, Anime 7.4%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A JRPG that centers entirely on meta-humor and industry satire, fitting the parody theme of the seed game.

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

Why similar: RPG 29%, JRPG 19.2%, Great Soundtrack 10%, Retro 8.3%, Puzzle 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action RPG with a retro aesthetic that offers deep combat and a compelling, humorous world.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.9%, RPG 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 7.7%, Retro 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based roguelike that requires constant movement and fast decision-making to survive.

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

Why similar: RPG 30.9%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, Comedy 18.8%, Retro 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative RPG that subverts genre expectations and features a unique, quirky sense of humor.

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

Why similar: Comedy 27.9%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Action 14.4%, Fantasy 11.7%, Anime 7%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, fast-paced action platformer with a charming, humorous cast of characters.

Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. It is not a game about ponies.

Why similar: Experimental 32.4%, Puzzle 20.8%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A genre-bending, meta-narrative game that constantly surprises the player with its subversive humor.

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

Why similar: RPG 40.2%, JRPG 17.3%, Action 15%, Retro 8.6%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled RPG that emphasizes exploration and player choice, capturing the spirit of classic 8-bit adventures.

APE OUT is a wildly intense and colorfully stylized smash ‘em up about primal escape, rhythmic violence, and frenetic jazz.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 61.6%, Action 12.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Casual 5.5%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy, chaotic arcade-style game that focuses on momentum and aggressive, fast-paced action.

Hotline Miami is a high-octane action game overflowing with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay and skull crushing close combat.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 45.4%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, Retro 11.7%, Action 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes, fast-paced action game where split-second decisions are the difference between life and death.

Eldritch horror saves Christmas for fun & profit in this fast-paced turn-based JRPG comedy.

Why similar: JRPG 37.9%, Parody 17.6% ★, Comedy 14%, RPG 13.6%, Retro 4.4%

McPixel is a save-the-day guy that you guide through 100 short challenges to prevent stuff from blowing up. You have only 20 seconds to save the day! Think quick!

Why similar: Comedy 35.8%, Parody 14.5% ★, Puzzle 7.6%, Fast-Paced 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

Master a collection of 46 challenging minigames, including parodies of famous games! Each game lasts just seconds, so act fast!

Why similar: Parody 34.9% ★, Fast-Paced 26.7%, Action 16.5%, Casual 11.3%, Indie 5.7%

Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a cute and clever action RPG featuring real-time combat, 3D graphics, 90+ items, mini-games, multiple endings, a rocking soundtrack, 35+ hours of playtime, tons of fully voiced characters by an all-star cast of voice actors, and more!

Why similar: JRPG 31.9%, RPG 28.5%, Action 10.7%, Retro 9.7%, Fantasy 4.7%

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

Why similar: RPG 57.2%, Action 14%, Retro 7.6%, Casual 7.5%, Indie 4.8%

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

Why similar: RPG 40.7%, JRPG 27.8%, Comedy 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%, 2D 4.8%

Welcome to Small Hero! This is a fast-paced, entertaining light Roguelike action survival game. You will play as a lone hero, facing off against waves of monsters. Each round is a brand-new adventure: you must shop and strengthen yourself between waves, then face more intense battle for survival!

Why similar: RPG 59.1%, Casual 16%, 2D 8.2%, Indie 6.4%, Funny 5.7%

Epic Battle Fantasy 3 is a silly turn-based JRPG, full of useless NPCs, rabid cats, childish humor, unreasonably large weapons, anime boobs, and other nonsense. And it's totally free!

Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, RPG 20.9%, Comedy 15.7%, Parody 13.5% ★, Funny 3.9%

Join brave sir Lootalot on his epic quest in this little Zelda-lite adventure. Explore and fight your way through the dangerous dungeons filled with traps, puzzles and magical artifacts. And, of course, show the evil bosses who is the real boss here.

Why similar: Parody 35% ★, Retro 11.8%, Action 10%, Comedy 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%

Embark on a hilarious, choice-driven adventure in MultiEnding Heroes! Guide The Priest and The Hero through multiple universes, making decisions that lead to over 75 unique endings. Every choice matters, will you lead them to glory or disaster?

Why similar: RPG 43.1%, Comedy 18.3%, Puzzle 10.7%, Fantasy 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

It's a break, a break! ?After attacking, resting your body will cause a super recovery and your muscles will followMuscle training action RPG

Why similar: RPG 44.7%, JRPG 21.8%, Action 18.3%, Indie 5.3%, Anime 5.1%

Grotesque Tactics is a highly addictive tactical RPG combining elements of popular Western and Asian console RPGs.

Why similar: Parody 41.8% ★, RPG 32.6%, JRPG 7.8%, Comedy 6.9%, Fantasy 3.2%

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Action 28%, Retro 15.1%, Fantasy 11.2%, 2D 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

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

Why similar: RPG 41.1%, Fast-Paced 16.4%, Action 16.2%, Retro 5.6%, Indie 5.4%

Remedy, a recent graduate from the Saturnian healing school, must descend to Hurtland and use her powers to heal everyone from stray ducks to dark lords, and finally cure the ailing Prince Hingst. It's a short, whimsical adventure with plenty of heart(s).

Why similar: Retro 23.6%, RPG 16.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Action 9.9%, Comedy 9.7%

Adventuress Ittle Dew and her sidekick Tippsie crash onto a strange island, filled with loot and mysterious inhabitants. It quickly dawns on the duo that this might become their biggest adventure yet.Ittle Dew boils down the classic adventure formula until there is only fun left.

Why similar: Comedy 28%, Puzzle 20.5%, Indie 9.6%, RPG 9.3%, Adventure 8.6%

Saving the world sure gets stressful sometimes!

Why similar: JRPG 29.1%, RPG 21.9%, Comedy 15.6%, Retro 10.9%, Action 6.9%

A fast-paced Point-and-Click adventure AND an indie platfomer in one! Join adventurer Ben and wannabe indie darling Dan in a race against time to stop all the Apocalypses happening at the same time.

Why similar: Action 27.7%, Casual 19%, Comedy 15.1%, Indie 10.2%, Adventure 8.1%

You can't save the whole world. It's going to be eaten by a mythological demon with the head of a fish. But as a puppet that absorbs all it touches, you can try to rescue as much of Earth's greatness as you can before the end arrives. In the beginning, you roam the Earth, capable of absorbing only the tiniest of objects.

Why similar: Casual 33.1%, Action 29.3%, Indie 18.6%, Funny 7%, Puzzle 6.7%

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

Why similar: RPG 43.3%, JRPG 26.8%, Action 11.7%, Retro 11.2%, Indie 3.2%

Type your way through absurd encounters and mysterious puzzles in this old-school typing dungeon crawler.

Why similar: RPG 44%, JRPG 15.6%, Action 15.5%, Indie 5.5%, Comedy 4.9%

Be ready for the nerdiest adventure of your life! Journey with four everyday friends into this turn based hilarious jrpg filled with parodies and cameos! Explore a huge fantasy world full of secrets, monsters, dungeons and preposterous villains! Nerds are storming fantasy and it's awesome!

Why similar: RPG 47.6%, Comedy 19.3%, JRPG 15.9%, Fantasy 7.2%, Indie 4.2%

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

Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, RPG 23%, Retro 13.2%, Action 7.8%, Fantasy 7.7%

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

Why similar: RPG 38%, Great Soundtrack 26.7%, Action 9.7%, 2D 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

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

Why similar: RPG 47.2%, Action 14%, JRPG 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Fantasy 5.6%

The Unlosing Ranger is on his way to save Japan from Darkdeath Evilman when disaster strikes and he is struck by a car! With his dying breath he bequeaths his morphing belt to the true hero of the story: the most average boy in the universe. Will he rise to the challenge?

Why similar: RPG 45.3%, JRPG 42.3%, 2D 4.4%, Anime 3.7%, Funny 3.2%

Heroes always win! But what happens to those who don't? Play as unique and colorful characters as the world comes to an end after our heroes' utter defeat.

Why similar: RPG 49%, JRPG 30.6%, Casual 9%, Indie 4.9%, Adventure 3.8%

Play your way through the different maps generated with every playthrough, constantly on the move away from the calamity of light, the Shine Raid, to your left and on your final battle with the Fallen Angel Alma. There's no turning back, once this thrilling one-way adventure begins!

Why similar: RPG 64.5%, JRPG 29.4%, Anime 3.4%, Pixel Graphics 2.7%

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

Why similar: JRPG 31.5%, RPG 24%, Comedy 15.4%, Action 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%