Games Like Jacob's Quest Anniversary Edition

Master a totally unique puzzle-battle system in this 16-bit, JRPG-inspired adventure featuring an epic story, charming characters, stunning pixel art, and epic music. Follow a grand story set in the mysterious Ocean's End islands full of lost memories, ancient ruins, pirates, treasures, and frogs.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.7%, JRPG 21.5%, Action RPG 13.6%, Puzzle 8.3%, RPG 7.3%

Dynamic battles, twisting dungeons, and countless secrets await you in the magical world of Astravia. Journey alongside your companions as you unravel the mystery of your past and uncover the truth behind a mysterious trio’s plot... before the Cataclysm brings forth another age of ruin.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24%, JRPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Linear 8.3%, Exploration 7.3%

A dark-fantasy JRPG where outcasts, monsters, and fallen heroes unite against a corrupt kingdom performing forbidden experiments. Lead a diverse party through an adventure filled with ancient relics, cosmic ruins, and heartbreaking outcomes as you uncover what truly separates monsters from men.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.7%, JRPG 23.1%, RPG 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%

Join Hazel on a quest to uncover a mysterious treasure before other like-minded adventurers reach it first. The key to your victory lies in the mastery of timing-based RPG combat!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 30.1%, JRPG 20.4%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, RPG 8.3%

A series of unlikely train robberies. A mysterious deck of cards. A fleet of deadly airships. An accidental mage. Choose from four stories, in any order, and discover how they intertwine in this turn-based RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18.8%, JRPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Linear 8.5%

Protect the elf girl Llewl in a 1990s-inspired JRPG filled with action, mystery, and a diverse cast. Step into Sarah’s journey of duty, friendship, love, and magic in a world full of secrets.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.1%, JRPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Female Protagonist 6.4%, Linear 6.2%

Boyle Wolfbane wanted to rule the world. He failed. Miserably. Forced into retirement early, Boyle now spends his days arguing with haunted trees and scaring off the occasional knight. At least he still has Fang, his loyal storm wolf. Things could be worse. He could have been born a hero.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.2%, JRPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Exploration 7.3%, Puzzle 6.9%

Help a badass female mercenary and her frail male priest reclaim her throne as the rightful heir of Sangreal!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 34.1%, JRPG 22.8%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, RPG 7%

Guide Phoebe through an uncharted forest to save the dying king:Overcome dangerous foes.Explore meticulously designed maps.Meet a colorful cast of characters.Solve a variety of puzzles.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.3%, JRPG 20%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Exploration 8.1%, Puzzle 8%

The Twin Gods is a turn-based JRPG where you play as a teenager, who's bad at magic, trying to find his missing father, Battle a confused turtle, fend off the town bully, socket shards into your gear, and combos abilities to smash enemies, which includes an angry god currently destroying the world.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.6%, JRPG 23%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, RPG 12.3%, Story Rich 5.5%

Join Erica and her misfit companions in a wild pixel-JRPG adventure! Battle hordes of monsters, solve deadly puzzles, conquer mazes, crush the forces of darkness led by a powerful Necromancer, and slay God-Beasts to claim their power! An apocalyptic tale of pixel proportions-can you save Strifestav?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.2%, JRPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Action RPG 10.3%, 2D Platformer 10.1%

太陽のように明るく、元気で活発な女の子、ソニアが『島に眠る伝説の秘宝』をねらう！究極にポジティブで、アクティブな彼女と仲間たちの冒険譚。

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.5%, JRPG 22.1%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%

Didnapper 2 is a story-focused JRPG adventure featuring lots, lots of DiD (damsel in distress) scenes! Play as the magically-gifted hero Seles and try to avoid capture or escape your bonds, as she tries to uncover the secrets of the world with a party of misfits.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.4%, JRPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Linear 7%

Turn the page on the explosive 2nd chapter of Nihon Falcom’s legendary Trails saga! Estelle Bright sets out on a new journey across Liberl to uncover the truth behind Joshua’s disappearance and defeat the sinister Ouroboros organization.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.9%, JRPG 21.9%, Action RPG 13.9%, RPG 10.8%, Female Protagonist 8.7%

Crawl through spaces you were not meant to see, make every move count, uncover a secret history, unite with age-old enemies, and change the future in this gameplay-focused JRPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.5%, JRPG 19.5%, Female Protagonist 9.9%, Exploration 9.5%, RPG 8.1%

Lead the members of Squad 56 across the Island of Principium as they uncover the secrets of their forebearers. Explore a vast island filled with fantastical foes, ruins, quests, and experience the story you choose. Each Protagonist brings a different viewpoint and story in this turn based RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.7%, JRPG 23.1%, RPG 12%, Exploration 7.8%, 1990's 4.9%

Insurgence Last Wishes is a 2D Narrative Heavy JRPG game that follows Richa on her journey to fulfill her pledges and reach Elysium. With a unique Charge Turn battle mechanic and a blend of engaging gameplay and a rich narrative, the game offers a one-of-a-kind experience.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.6%, JRPG 19.5%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%, Exploration 6.5%

The Sacred Six Crystal: A Hero's Journey is an epic RPG game that tells the story of the heroes' journey to save the world of Elysia from destruction caused by the return of the dark power of Drakmor, the former Supreme God of Darkness.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.2%, JRPG 19.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8%, Exploration 6.4%

Form a party of beautiful adventurers and build bonds to grow their power! Explore 20+ deadly floors and 15+ unique character classes in this cozy turn-based dungeon-crawling RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.6%, JRPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Action RPG 10.4%, Magic 6.8%

Created by Studio Dobby, this JRPG follows Clea, whose parents were slain by a mythical dragon. To gain strength for revenge, she joins Adventurer’s Guild Ftera and meets three women with their own reasons for hunting the dragon. From uneasy allies, they become true comrades as they near their foe.

Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, Party-Based RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, RPG 7.9%

Journey through a captivating world of mystery and intrigue in Finding Fern. This Action Adventure RPG features robust dialogue, engaging party interactions, and fast combat. Play as multiple party members, craft potions and food, and upgrade your abilities for a thrilling and unique adventure.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28%, Action RPG 16.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 11.2%, RPG 8.7%

Warriors, mysterious creatures and even prehistoric animals have all become trapped in a realm beyond death where once a year they must fight each other in a team tournament for the ultimate prize: Freedom.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28%, JRPG 19.4%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, Linear 7.6%

An RPG of exploration, collection, and critical thinking. The end of the world has come and gone, leaving only phantoms where once there was life. Now Schorl, the last surviving human, and Spinel, the last of the magical saerii, search through the memories of a bygone era, hoping to find a future.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.6%, JRPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Exploration 7.6%

Experience four full-length Episodes spanning the greatest eras of gaming, from 8-bit fantasy medieval to HD sci-fi/fantasy fusion, in this epic, emotionally charged turn-based JRPG. A love letter to the classics and a rebirth for the modern age.

Why similar: JRPG 27.2%, Party-Based RPG 19.4%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Story Rich 6.8%

Experience a fantastical take on the classic Arabian Nights tale! Using the classic ATB (Active Time Battle) combat system, six adventurers will travel across sand dunes and past colossal sandworms to uncover a treasure which may save their kingdom.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.1%, JRPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Linear 9%, RPG 8.2%

In this final installment of the Orbs of Magic series, Te'ijal, Galahad, Edward, Stella, and Mel come together to stop the Darkthrop Prophecy from occurring. Will they succeed?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.6%, JRPG 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Exploration 6.5%

The world is in danger. An evil entity is trying to destroy the world. It is your job to stop this evil being! Do you have what is takes to save the planet?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.6%, Action RPG 17.8%, RPG 14.7%, 2D Platformer 11%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.4%, JRPG 23.8%, Action RPG 16.6%, RPG 8.4%, Magic 5.1%

A turn-based RPG with simple controls. Starting from "scavenging junk" with the help of a "Junk System" robot, you'll grow step by step to eventually battle formidable monsters. Experience a rich storyline, extensive equipment collections, and diverse map designs.

Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 11.6%, 2D Platformer 11.2%

Dive into the world of Besotted. A classic JRPG 2D-3D art style set in a fantasy world with 3 main protagonist. Each with their own deep back stories that's full of death, revenge, love, and destiny. Join the 3 as they team up together all with the same goal in mind.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 41.8%, JRPG 31.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, RPG 11.1%, Story Rich 0.7%

Join Étrange on this musical odyssey as she seeks to conquer hell in the pursuit of living her best afterlife.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.7%, JRPG 21.7%, Action RPG 17.6%, RPG 12%, Magic 5%

The four elements of the world that keep it in balance are being threatened! Join Aria, Lyle, Gray, and Kaze as they journey across their world to save it from a maniacal plan set into motion by a group of devious and unpredictable villains! *Content Warning and Credits are listed in "About Game"!!*

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.2%, JRPG 22.2%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, RPG 8%

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: Party-Based RPG 30.3%, JRPG 22.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Exploration 8.6%, RPG 8.2%

An RPG where you gather words while travelling in a fantasy world.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 35.3%, JRPG 24.7%, RPG 9.4%, Magic 9.1%, 2D Platformer 7.2%

Discover the secret of a forgotten war in Wings of Endless, a platforming Action-RPG with a captivating Pixelart style that will draw you in from start to finish. Step into the role of Hariku, a brash bounty hunter who boasts of being the best at his craft.

Why similar: JRPG 27.7%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Action RPG 16.1%, Magic 8.8%, RPG 7.7%

A turn-based RPG about a pair of demons fighting to overthrow an unjust regime. Battle through the crumbling remains of Hell, God's forgotten penal colony, on a quest to find the Apple of Enlightenment and bring justice to the wrongly damned.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.9%, JRPG 21.5%, RPG 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%, Puzzle 7.5%

The future of an entire continent is at stake in this milestone entry in the Trails series! Explore the vast Calvard Republic with three different protagonists, nurture connections, and master powerful skills in both real-time and turn-based battles as you uncover the secrets at the core of Zemuria!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.7%, JRPG 24.2%, Action RPG 16.4%, RPG 9.6%, Magic 6.3%

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: Party-Based RPG 29.8%, JRPG 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Exploration 8.6%, RPG 7.8%

A story-rich 2Deco RPG where exiles, scavengers, and traitors are drawn together by fate. Explore crumbling ruins, haunted forests, and cursed castles as you uncover the empire’s forgotten truth. The past isn’t dead; it’s waiting.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.1%, JRPG 26.1%, Female Protagonist 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Story Rich 6.9%

Arcanamals is a narrative-driven, turn-based RPG centered on exploration. Journey across two parallel worlds and restore balance to a corrupt world.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.3%, JRPG 29.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, RPG 9.5%, Story Rich 7.8%

The Curse of Mount Madre is a traditional turn-based JRPG with a wild west twist.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.5%, JRPG 25.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, RPG 8.6%, Female Protagonist 7.3%

Valkyrie Star: A Cacophony Choir, where four seasoned magical girls-now teachers-must juggle their everyday lives with the duty to battle evil. This unique JRPG offers a fresh take on the magical girl genre, showing characters who moved into adulthood while never abandoning their fight for justice.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.1%, JRPG 22%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%, Exploration 8.3%

As it happens it's still not clear on how he died, all of it seems scripted even until the end.. just what kind of life did he lived? In the end the Goddesses decides to reincarnate him into another world but without him having any magic to rely on, in a world where all beings possessed magic.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.7%, JRPG 20.5%, Action RPG 15.5%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, RPG 8.1%

Uncover the truth behind a world plagued by monstrosities in a fantasy 2D turn-based JRPG with strategic combat, skill customization, and story-rich exploration.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.2%, JRPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Linear 6.3%, RPG 6.2%

A young Wizard travelling with a savory group of friends ventures through the countryside in pursuit of a dark hooded man. Explore the small world of Wizard's Quest with everything you'd expect in a classic JRPG style game!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 37.6%, JRPG 26.6%, RPG 15.7%, Linear 8.8%, Fantasy 5.5%

The third entry in the stunningly scandalous sorceress's story, in the form of a turn-based RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.3%, JRPG 28%, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, RPG 6.3%

The Legend of Peks is a game made using RPG maker MZ in under 100 hours. For the streamer IHasPeks.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.9%, Action RPG 17%, Exploration 11.7%, RPG 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%

You have the backing of the Goddess, Azraelle and gifts from the Archdemon, Zelbog. Use your powers of light and darkness on your long trek as you seek to unravel the mystery of your mother's death. However, all you can think of is the fate in store for you... Bringing about the end of the World!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.9%, JRPG 28.4%, RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%, 1990's 5.9%

Explore a cute '90s console RPG from the inside out as marooned cosmic magical girl, Mack. Battle and befriend an adorable menagerie of beasties via turn-based combat and personalized story sequences. Power up, pummel bosses, redesign dungeons, and hatch an escape plan from this game-within-a-game.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.1%, JRPG 24.7%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, 1990's 8.2%, RPG 7.9%

CHRONO CROSS is an RPG that transcends time and space, unfolding across two interlinked parallel worlds. With over 40 party members to meet, people and dimensions will intertwine in this epic drama about the planet itself.

Why similar: JRPG 28.6%, Party-Based RPG 27.3%, RPG 8.8%, Exploration 8%, Story Rich 6.2%

Explore a vast fantasy world in this top-down RPG. Sneak past enemies with overworld skills or engage them in strategic, turn-based combat. Solve puzzles and build the strength of your characters as an epic adventure unfolds!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.6%, JRPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, RPG 9%, Puzzle 8.7%

Young adventurer's trial by fire gets out of hand and threatens the lives of multiple people.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29%, JRPG 20.3%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Exploration 8.9%

Kids of Karendow is a pixel-art fantasy sci-fi JRPG about a war built on lies. Play both sides: join Elmo, a resistance fighter who can't look away from injustice, and Kommander Krewl, the Daughter of Death, as the truth forces former enemies together against something far worse.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.7%, JRPG 18.4%, Action RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Linear 7.4%

A single player RPG adventure

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.4%, JRPG 23.6%, RPG 14%, Exploration 6.6%, Female Protagonist 6.1%

In this turn-based RPG musical, join Cadence as she recruits an ensemble of musicians on her quest for stardom. Experience turn-based combat like never before, where each battle is a musical performance with evolving combat conditions and genre-bending mashup attacks!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.4%, JRPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, RPG 9.5%, Female Protagonist 6.8%

Adventures of Sadukar is a turn based RPG that follows Sadukar and his friends through an open world plagued with monsters.

Why similar: JRPG 29.4%, Action RPG 19.2%, RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Linear 8.5%

Beneath the streets of London, an angry mouse seeks revenge against the god who stole his tail. An epic RPG of miniature proportions!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.8%, JRPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

A mature dreampunk RPG with German folklore, demons galore, interactive combat mechanics and more!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22.7%, JRPG 19.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action RPG 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%

Game battles are up to the player! As the game progresses, move characters with various skills to overwhelm enemies and bosses. Depending on the combination of characters, there are great synergistic effects (some of which are light loops or even shutouts?!), so finding them is one strategy to win.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 34.1%, JRPG 23.1%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6.3%

Explore the vast Evaria Kingdom in this 16-bit JRPG adventure. As the fate of the kingdom hangs in balance, three warriors are tasked with finding the Starlight Relics scattered across the Forest, Mountain, Desert, and Sky Provinces. Collect the four relics in any order in this non-linear retro RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.2%, JRPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, RPG 8.4%, Magic 7.2%