Games Like HEARTBEAT

Melody has decided to become a healer in this classic-inspired turn-based RPG about love, anxiety, and fighting funny-looking monsters in dungeons.

Why similar: RPG 25.5%, Female Protagonist 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Cute 14.7%, Indie 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the heartfelt, character-focused, and charmingly queer narrative style found in Heartbeat.

A turn-based tactical RPG about a group of troublesome magic students. Use timing mechanics to power your spells and block attacks, explore the twisted halls of a vast magic school, fight challenging monsters and bosses, and uncover dark secrets never meant to be found.

Why similar: RPG 30.4%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Indie 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A magic-school RPG with a strong female lead and a tactical turn-based system that feels very similar to Heartbeat's combat.

A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.

Why similar: RPG 32.9%, JRPG 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.8%, Cute 13%, Adventure 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A creature-collecting JRPG that leans into the retro pixel-art aesthetic and turn-based combat that fans of Heartbeat will enjoy.

Heartbound is a non-traditional role-playing game about a boy, his dog, secrets, and sanity.

Why similar: RPG 30.2%, Great Soundtrack 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.2%, Indie 9.9%, Adventure 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy indie RPG that shares Heartbeat's focus on emotional storytelling and distinct pixel-art visuals.

Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!

Why similar: RPG 32.1%, JRPG 19.7%, Anime 18.7%, Cute 16.5%, Indie 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This charming, party-based RPG features a delightful world and turn-based combat that captures the same sense of adventure as Heartbeat.

Dethrone the Zodiacs, revive the Golden Age and purge the Heretics that swarm the galaxy as Virgo, the queen of Purity, in this unforgiving timed actions turn-based JRPG.

Why similar: RPG 24.9%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Anime 12.2%, JRPG 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, female-led JRPG that embraces a unique aesthetic and complex turn-based mechanics similar to Heartbeat's style.

Take in the beauty of a magical world floating above the clouds, then take on a menacing race of vampires hidden in the dark. Ara Fell combines the best parts of Japanese-style roleplaying games with the best parts of western RPGs. The new Enhanced Edition features a slew of new features!

Why similar: RPG 22.9%, Female Protagonist 20.8%, JRPG 15.1%, Anime 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful 16-bit style JRPG that features a strong female protagonist and a focus on exploration and narrative depth.

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 29.5%, Pixel Graphics 21.1%, Cute 14.7%, RPG 11.8%, Indie 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative indie game that uses pixel-art and emotional storytelling to create a unique, memorable experience.

Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 29.1%, RPG 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.5%, Indie 9.8%, JRPG 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, emotional RPG that explores deep themes through a unique art style and turn-based combat system.

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

Why similar: RPG 26.2%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, JRPG 15%, Cute 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, pixel-art JRPG that captures the small-town adventure vibe with turn-based combat and deep character interactions.

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: RPG 24.2%, JRPG 24%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced JRPG with a strong female lead that emphasizes strategic combat and a vibrant, anime-inspired world.

One day, Jimmy looked inside.

Why similar: RPGMaker 43% ★, RPG 23.8%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Indie 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An RPG Maker title that balances surreal, dark humor with deep emotional themes and a fantastic soundtrack.

Ocean’s Heart is an epic top-down action RPG in which you explore a beautiful archipelago as a young woman named Tilia. Take on contracts to fight monsters, descend deep into ancient dungeons, defeat menacing foes, and unravel the mystery of Ocean’s Heart. All done in beautiful, bright pixel art.

Why similar: RPG 21.7%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.8%, JRPG 14.9%, Cute 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that captures the spirit of exploration and discovery in a vibrant, pixelated world.

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: Female Protagonist 26%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Indie 12%, RPG 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, fast-paced indie game with a female protagonist that offers a unique twist on the traditional RPG formula.

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: RPG 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.7%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, JRPG 13%, Cute 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully detailed pixel-art adventure that focuses on character relationships and a charming, post-apocalyptic world.

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: RPG 44.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, JRPG 16.3%, Indie 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic JRPG formula that features a compelling story and intricate turn-based combat.

Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.8%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Indie 10.5%, Cute 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, female-led action-adventure game that captures the whimsical monster-filled spirit of Heartbeat.

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: RPG 33%, Pixel Graphics 25.6%, JRPG 22.7%, Indie 6.1%, Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality JRPG that features stunning pixel-art and a musical score that rivals the best in the genre.

Beloved Rapture is an indie jRPG inspired by the classics. Explore beautiful landscapes, fight in turn-based battles, and uncover many secrets. This mid-length adventure balances both an intimate coming of age story, and larger threats looming over the troubled kingdom.

Why similar: RPG 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 22%, JRPG 17.2%, Anime 17%, Indie 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that features beautiful pixel-art and explores LGBTQ themes within a fantasy setting.

"WELCOME TO NEW KOZA" It's the end of the 20th century, on a historic timeline different from that which we know. A manmade island off the coast of Okinawa is humming with a dirty, exotic vibe - and it's awesome!

Why similar: RPGMaker 40.2% ★, RPG 11.6%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, JRPG 7.9%, Anime 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A JRPG set in a unique cyberpunk world that features a female-led party and turn-based combat.

Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-4 will be available on launch, with more planned as free updates!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36%, RPG 28%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, JRPG 6.9%, Story Rich 6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, character-focused RPG that continues the tradition of indie games with deep lore and memorable music.

Welcome to 1bitHeart―the latest title from Alicemare and LiEat developer △○□× (Miwashiba). In this unique and endearing adventure game, take on the role of Nanashi, a lonely, agoraphobic boy, as you solve a slew of mysteries around town while also making friends.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.5%, Anime 29.3%, Indie 19.5%, Adventure 7.8%, Cute 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming indie adventure game with a strong anime influence and a focus on building relationships with characters.

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36%, RPG 24.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Indie 7.4%, Cute 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A genre-defining indie RPG that shares Heartbeat's focus on character-driven choices and unique combat interactions.

Thoughts and expectations ARPG

Why similar: Anime 24.2%, RPG 22.8%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.4%, JRPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG with a strong anime aesthetic and a heartfelt story that centers on a female lead.

A young girl with a hidden past sets off on an epic and mysterious journey in hope of learning more about her own origins in this beautifully rendered, classic-style RPG adventure.

Why similar: RPG 23.9%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Anime 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG Maker title that stands out for its unique combat system and focus on a female protagonist.

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: Great Soundtrack 40.2%, RPG 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Indie 7.1%, Story Rich 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, rhythm-based RPG that offers a surreal and unforgettable experience for fans of indie experimentation.

A hospitalized Boy comes to terms with his own story by traveling with his Mom to a beautiful fantasy world; ultimately helping his fellow patients find closure by walking a mile in their shoes.

Why similar: RPG 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Anime 16.1%, JRPG 15.3%, Cute 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional adventure game created in RPG Maker that focuses on kindness and narrative discovery.

A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Indie 13.1%, RPG 11%, Story Rich 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, story-rich RPG Maker title that prioritizes emotional storytelling over complex combat mechanics.

Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!

Why similar: RPG 29.8%, Anime 21.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.9%, JRPG 18.7%, Adventure 5.2%

Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.

Why similar: RPG 43.8%, JRPG 26.7%, Pixel Graphics 21.9%, Adventure 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A non-linear JRPG that focuses on exploration and platforming within a beautiful, blocky pixel-art world.

A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!

Why similar: RPG 30.1%, JRPG 24.8%, Anime 13.7%, Indie 11.2%, Cute 10.2%

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.9%, Anime 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Cute 13.4%

Retro RPG that takes inspiration from SNES and PS1 classics. Action turn-based battle system with skill learning, slots for stat boosting, equipment crafting, monster catching, rank based Colosseum, and side quests. 30+ hour emotional story with adult-oriented themes and powerful original soundtrack.

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.1% ★, RPG 31.6%, Indie 10.4%, JRPG 7.5%, Adventure 5.4%

HorrorVale: A grand Spooktacular adventure about a girl, her dog, and her long journey to save him in a strange and horrifying Underworld.

Why similar: RPGMaker 48.3% ★, RPG 31.1%, Indie 9.8%, Cute 5.7%, Adventure 5.1%

A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.

Why similar: RPG 23.4%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Cute 13.7%, Anime 13.5%

Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!

Why similar: RPG 26.1%, JRPG 19%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Anime 14.1%, Cute 13.6%

In this extensive old-school RPG, explore countless unique places, defeat tons of enemies and complete richly developed quests. The game features addictive gameplay and an adventure worth about 40H of playtime.

Why similar: RPGMaker 47.5% ★, RPG 19.2%, Anime 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, JRPG 5.5%

A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.

Why similar: RPG 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, JRPG 16.3%, Anime 15.3%, Cute 9.8%

Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.

Why similar: RPG 31.8%, Pixel Graphics 27.1%, JRPG 20.2%, Indie 8.8%, Adventure 5.9%

Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!

Why similar: RPG 61.6%, Indie 16.3%, Anime 11%, Adventure 9.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Enter a bizarre and idiosyncratic world! Adventure into the unknown, and defeat horrid monsters! A story of Love, Loss, and the end of the Multiverse.

Why similar: RPGMaker 47.4% ★, RPG 31.2%, Indie 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 6%, Adventure 5.1%

Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.

Why similar: RPG 29.8%, Anime 17%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, JRPG 15.1%, Cute 11.8%

With a style inspired by Earthbound and Final Fantasy 3, The Princess' Heart features up to 15 hours of epic fantasy gameplay. Follow Princess Aerin on a quest to defeat her demons, both literal and metaphorical, in this light-hearted tale of hope and love.

Why similar: RPG 23.3%, Female Protagonist 22.1%, JRPG 16.2%, Anime 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%

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: RPG 27.4%, JRPG 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Anime 11.7%, Indie 9.6%

Creature Keeper is an action-adventure RPG where you Befriend Creatures and fight alongside them in real time. Explore a mysterious world and uncover the truth behind a strange sickness spreading across the land. Power up your team, fill out your Bestiary, and embark on your journey of destiny!

Why similar: RPG 34%, Pixel Graphics 25%, Cute 21.6%, Indie 11.7%, Adventure 6%

In this turn-based RPG, wield powerful legendary instruments, gather mighty riff attacks and save the land from Rick Riffson's devilish goons and musical hybrid monsters!

Why similar: RPG 35.4%, Cute 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 20.6%, Indie 13.3%, Story Rich 5.2%

Enjoy pure 16-bit RPG goodness! Scarllet and Beatrice are two close sisters. One of them has the gift of healing, the more she knows about her gift the more she realizes how big her responsibility is. Features party splitting, beautiful artworks and an intricate storyline.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.1% ★, RPG 22.8%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Indie 7.2%, JRPG 4.7%

Explore, collect, and fight in Basketboy's Adventure! Uncover stories and hidden secrets across the vibrant, hand-drawn semi-open world of Gugu City. Master dozens of skills and talents, bond with powerful pets, and gear up for an epic battle!

Why similar: RPG 35.4%, Anime 22.2%, Cute 18%, Indie 11.5%, Adventure 5.7%

Humans live alongside creatures, each with different personalities, abilities, and moral codes. The invention of the DiscKid has changed life for everyone. Humans can copy creatures and use their power to help others and solve mysteries around the world.

Why similar: RPG 28.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, JRPG 15.6%, Anime 14.8%, Cute 13.4%

Unleash custom attacks by combining words in this Super! Anime! Turn-Based! RPG! Collect all 200 words, earn Pep Ups from honorable victories and become a Kiai master. Befriend your rivals, uncover dark mysteries, and seek out the pieces of the Wanderstar map in a wild race across the universe.

Why similar: RPG 29.8%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, Anime 22.2%, JRPG 15.5%, Story Rich 5.4%

Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! Play as Yana or Yasaka in a short and sweet adventure to become the strongest trainer in the Hana region!

Why similar: RPG 41.5%, JRPG 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Cute 12.5%, Adventure 6.3%

In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.

Why similar: RPG 57.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.3%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Indie 4.6%, JRPG 4.1%

Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.

Why similar: RPG 41.1%, JRPG 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Story Rich 6.2%, Adventure 6.2%

The protagonist's life takes a turn after their partner Yarimon learns the ultra-invincible move, the "Cheat Tackle". While challenging various trainers to participate in the Yarimon tournament, the protagonist unexpectedly discovers the secrets of this world.

Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Anime 17.6%, JRPG 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Cute 10.4%

Befriend strange monsters as you explore the surreal magic of the monster garden and discover its secrets!

Why similar: RPG 39.2%, Great Soundtrack 16%, Indie 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Adventure 7.8%

A fun turn-based RPG set in a future world of humans and AI. Play as Akane to explore vibrant locations, battle with simple yet fluid combat, and enjoy side quests full of charming surprises. With a playful, humorous style and clever details, this adventure is light, easy, and full of smiles.

Why similar: RPG 24.6%, Female Protagonist 21.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, JRPG 16.8%, Cute 13.4%

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: RPG 25.9%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Anime 15.5%, Cute 14%, JRPG 12.9%

"YumeCore" is a new type of game combining side-scrolling beat-’em-up action with adventure-style investigation that puts the “aii” in “kawaii.” Fight your way through the waking dreams of the sickly girl Soboko to escape the hospital.

Why similar: Anime 42.6%, Pixel Graphics 29.2%, Cute 28.2%

Take control of the Underworld’s grumpiest ghoul to help a lost little girl find her way home in this creepy-cute indie adventure. Just be warned: if she cries, the whole world dies.

Why similar: RPG 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 23.1%, JRPG 20%, Indie 11.8%, Cute 10%