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Games Like Knights of Pen and Paper +1 Edition

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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.

Reviews: Very Positive — 82% — of 3,243 reviews
Released: 2013-06-18
Developer: Behold Studios
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Genres: Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 3.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 6.5 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 91%

Overview

Knights of Pen and Paper +1 Edition is a charming meta-RPG that brilliantly simulates the experience of a tabletop gaming session with friends. These recommendations focus on games that capture that same spirit of humor, retro-inspired turn-based combat, and meta-narrative storytelling.

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 35.4%, RPG 25.1%, Comedy 10.8%, Funny 8.1%, Parody 6.6%

  50. #50 Knights of the Chalice
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 94 reviews2019
    Dev: Heroic Fantasy Games Dot Com
    Windows

    Knights of the Chalice is a 2D RPG with turn-based combat. Create four Adventurers and embark on a bold journey to save the Land from Slavers, Demons, Dragons and other Evil Forces, as your Heroic Party progresses all the way from level 1 to level 20. The free Demo/Tutorial is a unique adventure.

    Why similar: RPG 44.1%, Fantasy 21%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Indie 8%, 2D 4.2%

  51. #51 Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 555 reviews2014
    Dev: OpusPub: Marvelous
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    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 59.6%, Comedy 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Indie 8.1%, Retro 6.6%

  52. #52 Swag and Sorcery
    70% matchMixed54% of 3,233 reviews2019
    Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Grind for resources, manage your own fantasy village, create and equip your heroes and send them to collect swag in Swag and Sorcery - a new streamlined RPG from the creators of Punch Club and Graveyard Keeper.

    Why similar: RPG 29.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Comedy 11.6%, Fantasy 9.8%, Retro 9.8%

  53. #53 Hypergalactic Psychic Table Tennis 3000
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 124 reviews2020
    Dev: Blue Wizard Digital
    Windows · Mac

    Paddle your balls! The hypergalaxy's premiere video table tennis role playing experience. Explore the hypergalaxies in the year 3000 or so to become the ultimate paddle champion. Learn new skills, cast devastating spells and put someone's underwear on your head whist riding a swamp beast!

    Why similar: RPG 45%, Indie 10.8%, Retro 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Funny 6.4%

  54. #54 Desktop Dungeons
    64% matchVery Positive84% of 2,339 reviews2023
    Dev: QCF Design
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 65.1%, RPG 19.2%, Fantasy 6.8%, Comedy 3%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  55. #55 Adventurer Manager
    70% matchMixed60% of 575 reviews2014
    Dev: Vigilant Addiction StudiosPub: BBEW BBEW, LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Reunite the kingdom of Adventuria and defeat the evil Illusionist Miraj by recruiting Adventurers to send on Adventures for epic loot and rewards in this RPG/Management Sim with tons of depth, randomization, and customization options!

    Why similar: RPG 61.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Indie 9.9%, Casual 5.1%, Retro 4.3%

  56. #56 MultiEnding Heroes
    60% matchVery Positive100% of 53 reviews2026
    Dev: NicoDiti
    Windows

    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 44.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Fantasy 10.7%, Comedy 10.7%, Indie 7.7%

  57. #57 The Banner Saga
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 15,850 reviews2014
    Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 60.6%, RPG 26.5%, Fantasy 5.7%, Indie 3.7%, Great Soundtrack 2.1%

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