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Games Like Labyrinth of Refrain: Coven of Dusk

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Beneath a small town lies an endless maze known as the Labyrinth of Refrain. Dusk Witch Dronya arrives, and with her puppet soldiers, endeavors to find something buried deep within. Embark on an adventure as you discover the secrets underground.

Reviews: Very Positive — 80% — of 1,404 reviews
Released: 2018-09-18
Developer: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.
Publisher: NIS America, Inc.
Genres: RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 10.7 hrs
Mean playtime: 25.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 92%

Overview

Labyrinth of Refrain: Coven of Dusk stands out for its unique puppet-based squad management, dark narrative, and intricate grid-based dungeon exploration. These recommendations focus on high-quality Japanese dungeon crawlers (DRPGs) that prioritize deep party customization, challenging turn-based combat, and the distinct anime-inspired aesthetic found in the seed game.

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    Mobius. An idyllic world that lets people forget about the pain and problems of reality. Created by a sentient vocaloid program, μ (Mu), reality and fantasy have become blurred, allowing people to relive their high school years in bliss -- but just how real is a virtual happiness?

    Why similar: JRPG 35.4%, RPG 22%, Anime 18%, Turn-Based 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%

  45. #45 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
    68% 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 30.9%, RPG 28.6%, Turn-Based 15.1%, Anime 13.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

  46. #46 Gears of Dragoon: Fragments of a New Era
    69% matchVery Positive82% of 67 reviews2023
    Dev: NinetailPub: JAST
    Windows

    Dungeon crawl through a magical JRPG world. Turn-based battles, waifu romance, and visual novel choices await!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 42%, JRPG 25.1%, RPG 13.8%, Anime 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%

  47. #47 Death end re;Quest 2
    70% matchMixed69% of 496 reviews2020
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    In collaboration with Corpse Party scenario writer Makoto Kedouin, this horror RPG follows Mai Toyama’s search for her sister in a quiet lakeside town. She’ll unravel clues to the town’s past by day, and battle Shadow Matter by night. Can you uncover the truth before reality is consumed by darkness?

    Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, RPG 30.8%, Anime 16.6%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.6%

  48. #48 The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost
    71% matchMixed60% of 129 reviews2016
    Dev: Steve Jarman
    Windows · Mac

    The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost is a first-person, dungeon crawling RPG.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.9%, Grid-Based Movement 23.9%, RPG 21.6%, Party-Based RPG 5.9%, First-Person 3.6%

  49. #49 Dungeon of Erotic Master Reboot
    64% matchVery Positive99% of 103 reviews2026
    Dev: RushimarudoPub: Tensei Games
    Windows

    In a certain kingdom, there are three female warriors who are quite popular in their adventuring partyーhowever, they have their vices… Buried in debt and with their reputations on the line, will our heroines be able to take advantage of the chance of a lifetime and save the lost adventurer king?!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 47.1%, JRPG 24.9%, RPG 12.5%, Anime 7.9%, Turn-Based Combat 5.7%

  50. #50 Dawn of the Ashen Queen
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 59 reviews2024
    Dev: Shattered Moon Games
    Windows

    Dawn of the Ashen Queen is a classic grid-based dungeon crawler. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you in your mission.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 45.3%, Grid-Based Movement 25.1%, RPG 11.4%, Party-Based RPG 10.1%, First-Person 3.3%

  51. #51 Elminage Gothic
    71% matchMixed68% of 204 reviews2014
    Dev: Starfish-SD IncPub: Ghostlight LTD
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    From the makers of the world renowned “Wizardry Empire” titles, Starfish SD brings you the latest entry in their popular series of dungeon crawlers. Elminage Gothic, previously only available in Japanese on PlayStation® Portable, now comes to PC offering a classic old school dungeon crawling experience with a dark, gothic twist!

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 33.1%, Grid-Based Movement 15.9%, JRPG 14.2%, Turn-Based 10.4%, RPG 9.1%

  52. #52 Lord Ambermaze: Prologue
    65% matchVery Positive97% of 109 reviews2024
    Dev: Potata CompanyPub: HeroCraft PC
    Windows

    Lord Amber maze: Prologue is a free entry to a turn-based dungeon-crawler set in a labyrinth of frozen time. Plan each move carefully, battle quirky monsters, and solve intricate puzzles, one dungeon at a time.

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 62.5%, RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Strategy 7.3%

  53. #53 Record of Agarest War Mariage
    70% matchMixed64% of 168 reviews2019
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 77.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    The story explores reincarnation through several generations, as the Archdemon continues to spawn even after the current Hero vanquishes them. In this SRPG, fight as the Hero (or Chosen One), who is trusted to produce an heir who can put an end to the Archdemon once and for all!

    Why similar: RPG 30.9%, JRPG 28.9%, Anime 17.8%, Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%

  54. #54 Demons Roots
    65% matchVery Positive94% of 2,167 reviews2023
    Dev: Quick nail AristocratPub: Kagura Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    In a final struggle for survival, demonkind again invaded the human world. However, the world they return to after years in the darkness isn't the same as it once was...

    Why similar: JRPG 41.2%, RPG 27.7%, Anime 19.7%, Sexual Content 6.2%, Story Rich 3.1%

  55. #55 Dungeon Of Dragon Knight
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 350 reviews2019
    Dev: HexGameStudio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Dungeon of Dragon Knight is a retro dungeon crawler RPG in modern visual design. Pointed by a mysterious witch, your party will descend into a dungeon with traps and monsters in search of the evil Dragon Knight and his treasure weapon. Or, are you fooled by the witch?

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 45.5%, Grid-Based Movement 24.3%, RPG 12.3%, Party-Based RPG 8.5%, First-Person 3.5%

  56. #56 Demon Lord Reincarnation
    67% matchMixed69% of 118 reviews2023
    Dev: Graverobber Foundation
    Windows · Linux

    Assemble a party, explore the dungeon, fight your way through hordes of monsters, and defeat the Demon Lord in this brutal dungeon crawler. Are you up to the challenge?

    Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 35%, JRPG 18.4%, Grid-Based Movement 10.4%, RPG 10.3%, Party-Based RPG 8.4%

  57. #57 Touhou Genso Wanderer -Lotus Labyrinth R-
    67% matchMostly Positive79% of 353 reviews2021
    Dev: AQUASTYLE
    Windows
    Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 114.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Venture into dungeons with a huge party of your favorite Touhou characters! This is a dungeon-crawler RPG with an absurdly large party size! Lead tons of your favorite Touhou characters at once and conquer the impregnable Lotus Labyrinth dungeon!

    Why similar: RPG 83.7%, Anime 16.3%

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