Games Like Memories of a Vagabond

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: RPGMaker 42.2% ★, RPG 31.1%, JRPG 15.7%, Adventure 6.3%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a refined and polished take on the classic RPG Maker formula with a rich, immersive world.

Life under the iron rule of the winged Skyborn race isn’t so bad for Claret Spencer, the star mechanic of a successful airship repair shop, present her with broken machinery and she’s sure to fix it. She’s one of the fortunate ones, not all who live under the watchful eye of the Skyborn are so lucky…Little does she know that her stable,...

Why similar: RPGMaker 63.5% ★, RPG 28.6%, JRPG 5.2%, Adventure 1.4%, Indie 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-inspired RPG Maker title that features strong character development and a cohesive narrative.

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: RPGMaker 54.6% ★, RPG 24.6%, JRPG 10.5%, Adventure 5.5%, Indie 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark and impactful indie RPG that shares the emotional weight and narrative focus found in the seed game.

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

Why similar: RPGMaker 70.2% ★, RPG 13.5%, Indie 10.2%, Adventure 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven masterpiece that highlights the storytelling potential of the RPG Maker engine through a deeply moving plot.

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: RPGMaker 63.1% ★, RPG 19%, Indie 9.8%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative adventure that challenges the player's perspective, echoing the soul-traveling themes of the seed game.

Conquer the ever changing dungeons of DarkEnd and save the fall of humanity! Choose your heroes and venture into a world filled with numerous treasures, mysterious secrets and discover a haunting past in this 10+ hours of retro 2D Dungeon-Crawling!

Why similar: RPGMaker 71.1% ★, RPG 24.4%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling RPG Maker title that focuses on atmosphere and traditional turn-based progression.

Set out on a cross-country journey to win back the love of your life and endure the hardship of making story-defining choices that affect your life and the lives of those around you.

Why similar: RPGMaker 62.9% ★, RPG 29%, Indie 6.6%, Adventure 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the consequences of choices and personal growth in a grounded, narrative-heavy setting similar to the seed.

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 58.3%, JRPG 27.3%, Adventure 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a modern, open-world take on the classic RPG Maker formula with deep customization and exploration.

Two nations finally achieve peace, marked by a momentous royal wedding. But just as they seal it with a kiss, a group of soldiers sabotage the wedding and kidnap the bride! Follow the story of Lucian, Ingrid, and Soha, as they uncover the secrets of the conspiracy and expose the true villains!

Why similar: RPG 49.8%, RPGMaker 39.5% ★, Indie 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a steampunk aesthetic and refined turn-based combat that aligns well with the seed game's mechanics.

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

Why similar: RPG 83.9%, Indie 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: A genre-defining indie RPG that subverts expectations while maintaining a heartfelt and character-focused core.

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: RPGMaker 58.6% ★, RPG 27.6%, Indie 7.6%, JRPG 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological RPG that uses the engine to explore complex themes of trauma and memory in a surreal setting.

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 52.1% ★, RPG 30.8%, Indie 6.3%, Adventure 6%, JRPG 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A character-driven RPG Maker adventure that emphasizes emotional stakes and a classic party-based journey.

Undefeated's devs are back with a bigger, better tale of a man seeking revenge for the cruel murders of his wife and son. Can Jerrat achieve his aim without ceasing to be the man his wife loved? Find out in this great 16-bit style RPG, where the tale of a common man intertwines with the destiny of a nation.

Why similar: RPGMaker 61.9% ★, RPG 26.7%, Adventure 6%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused RPG Maker game that prioritizes character growth and a grounded, personal story.

One day, Jimmy looked inside.

Why similar: RPGMaker 49.7% ★, RPG 35.7%, Indie 6.9%, JRPG 5.5%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A creative and deep RPG Maker title that rewards exploration and experimentation with unique combat mechanics.

Explore magical lands and discover your inner self in this exciting 16-bit style RPG from the same team that made Vagrant Hearts and Ashes of Immortality and featuring up to 20-30 hours of playtime.

Why similar: RPGMaker 49.3% ★, RPG 33.4%, Indie 6.7%, JRPG 6.1%, Adventure 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed RPG Maker adventure that delivers a classic hero's journey experience.

Embark on an epic adventure to save the lands. Form a party by selecting 4 different adventurers from a pool of over 12 unique classes. Battle your way through the cursed lands scaling the highest mountains and exploring the darkest dungeons. Face more than 30 unique challenging bosses in order to reach the capital of the kingdom.

Why similar: RPGMaker 52% ★, RPG 25.6%, JRPG 11.6%, Adventure 5.6%, Indie 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging indie RPG that focuses on combat and progression within the RPG Maker framework.

You play as a new arrival to a foggy and mysterious town. You find yourself waking up in the bodies of the town's inhabitants at pivotal moments of their lives. Make tough choices as you discover the truth about this town called Greyfox.

Why similar: RPGMaker 75.1% ★, RPG 16.3%, Adventure 4.7%, Indie 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, anime-inspired RPG Maker title that focuses on traditional questing and exploration.

Soul Gambler puts YOU in the role of Faust, an ordinary young man living in the present day whose DESTINY is about to be change forever.

Why similar: RPG 65.1%, Adventure 20%, Indie 14.9%

Why You'll Like It: A visual-novel hybrid that emphasizes choices and consequences, mirroring the thematic depth of the seed.

Enjoy another classic 16-bit RPG from Warfare Studios of Vagrant Hearts, Ashes of Immortality and Valiant fame, and embark on a quest with Viktor as he makes new friends, experiences dreams, and discovers his destiny.

Why similar: RPGMaker 57.1% ★, RPG 29.2%, Adventure 7.6%, Indie 6%

Why You'll Like It: A casual-friendly RPG Maker adventure that provides a straightforward and satisfying narrative experience.

Three lost orphans band together to set out on a journey that transcends the boundaries of imagination and retrieve the pieces of a legendary gem, all while keeping the darkness at bay alongside a colorful cast of unique characters.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51% ★, RPG 36.1%, Indie 7.5%, JRPG 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style JRPG that utilizes the RPG Maker engine to deliver a straightforward, nostalgic adventure.

A mysterious contract from the royal family sparks the interest of an organized band of sellswords. What seems like a normal job quickly spirals into a whirlwind of betrayal and tragedy, thrusting a young rogue and his unlikely companions into the middle of an ancient prophecy.

Why similar: RPG 66.6%, Adventure 18.4%, Indie 15%

Why You'll Like It: An expansive adventure that captures the spirit of 90s JRPGs with modern quality-of-life improvements.

Explore the lands of Sirenus Bay, God’s Garden, Whitebleak, Fort Ember, God Snare, and the mysterious Immortal’s Abyss. Are you brave enough for this adventure?

Why similar: RPGMaker 52.9% ★, RPG 35.4%, Indie 7%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RPG Maker adventure that focuses on party-based combat and traditional fantasy tropes.

A dark fantasy non-linear JRPG with innovative new concepts. Eredia is set in an open world where you assume the role of a hunter trying to make the most of his opportunities in a war-ravaged world.

Why similar: RPG 41.6%, RPGMaker 38.3% ★, Adventure 10.9%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A character-focused RPG Maker game that emphasizes the journey of a party through a fantasy world.

Follow Will as he becomes a victim of circumstance, after the frivolous royal witch turns him into a girl.

Why similar: RPGMaker 71.3% ★, RPG 23.4%, Adventure 3.9%, Indie 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-styled RPG Maker title that offers a lighthearted yet engaging adventure.

Return to the world of Paylea in Final Quest II. In an action-packed adventure, join Ralph and friends on an epic voyage to find his lost father. Have you got what it takes to confront the Dormai Empire?

Why similar: RPGMaker 45% ★, RPG 34.7%, Indie 20.3%

Why You'll Like It: A direct and nostalgic RPG Maker experience that focuses on classic turn-based combat.

Legends say he saved the world. Too bad he doesn't remember, because to save it again, Duncan must retrieve his memories, in this exciting 20-hour RPG full of quests and hilarious dialogues!

Why similar: RPGMaker 53.5% ★, RPG 33.7%, Indie 6.8%, Adventure 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and casual RPG Maker adventure that captures the fun of classic 16-bit era games.

Become a young hero and travel from dungeon to dungeon to regain your lost memories. While fighting your way through, you will encounter characters from your past. It's your quest to figure out if they are friends or foes. But be careful anyone can betray you in the Dungeons of Betrayal.

Why similar: RPGMaker 54.7% ★, RPG 23.2%, JRPG 10.4%, Adventure 6.5%, Indie 5.1%

Terra Incognita is a classic role playing game. The world of Terra is slowly falling into chaos. A great war is coming and It's time to take up arms against a corrupt royal family. You must travel across this huge world and unite the nations of Terra, recruiting comrades along the way.

Why similar: RPGMaker 54.4% ★, RPG 26.3%, Adventure 6.7%, JRPG 6.5%, Indie 6.1%

A whole new side to the Ashes of Immortality saga! Defeat your enemies and complete sidequests in this compelling 16-bit saga inspired by Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.9% ★, RPG 34.4%, Adventure 7.5%, Indie 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RPG Maker title that provides a classic, quest-driven adventure for fans of the genre.

Gaia's Melody is a story about friendship. About bonds, family - lies, deception, and the truth. Overcoming yourself, and accepting. Do you have the courage to accept the truth?

Why similar: RPGMaker 44% ★, RPG 38.3%, Adventure 10%, Indie 7.6%

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 40.1% ★, RPG 36.6%, Adventure 9%, Indie 7.6%, JRPG 6.7%

Arevan is an adventure RPG with an original storyline, enjoyable features and interesting game play. Travel with Maurean as he makes his way through challenging puzzles, gut-wrenching monsters, and intriguing side quests.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50% ★, RPG 36.7%, Indie 7.2%, Adventure 6.1%

The world is dying. Many years after the banishment of the evil that plagued the land, the world was hit by waves of unbearable heat. Now in order to save the world the band of young adventurers have set upon a quest to vanquish the Sun.

Why similar: RPGMaker 37% ★, RPG 33.3%, Indie 21.9%, Adventure 7.9%

The Cavern of Time is an RPG/Adventure game where you guide the journey of a young girl. Can you find the magical locket in this perilous realm and cure your beloved grandmother's illness? Visit the Cavern of Time and find out!

Why similar: RPGMaker 45.2% ★, RPG 36.2%, Adventure 10.5%, Indie 8.1%

You, who was born in a world full of darkness, should wander this hollowed land to find the Relics for a person who created you. However, fallen and lost souls with trap-filled trials await in your course of doing so. Can you survive in this crumbling world and start a new era?

Why similar: RPG 69.8%, Adventure 16.5%, Indie 13.7%

An exciting JRPG by the writer of Labyronia. As tensions grow between factions of mages, you are framed for the murder of a demigod. Solve the mystery behind his assassination or risk a war that could send the world into chaos for millenia.

Why similar: RPGMaker 61% ★, RPG 26.2%, Adventure 4.9%, Indie 4.2%, JRPG 3.6%

Imagine if every time you fall asleep, a new adventure awaits you.

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.5% ★, RPG 24.6%, JRPG 9.5%, Adventure 8.9%, Indie 5.6%

Join Terret in his small, but dangerous adventure through a mysterious and forgotten land of Dasthir

Why similar: RPG 54%, Adventure 33.8%, Indie 12.1%

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: RPGMaker 61.6% ★, RPG 24.1%, JRPG 5.1%, Adventure 4.9%, Indie 4.3%

Find out what is ahead for Amelia and Roland, as they are headed to Odaro continent, in this new entry in the hit RPG series Last Heroes!

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.1% ★, RPG 34.2%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 7%

MAKE FRIENDS WITH GHOSTS

Why similar: RPGMaker 63.3% ★, RPG 27.9%, Indie 4.5%, Adventure 4.3%

Warriors of Vilvatikta is an epic RPG inspired by real Indonesian history.

Why similar: RPG 65.5%, RPGMaker 24.9% ★, Indie 4.9%, Adventure 4.8%

Explore fantastical interpretations of different parts of the mind including the Hippocampus, Ego, and more! Battle against your oppressive Subconscious as you struggle for control of your mind.

Why similar: RPG 67.6%, Adventure 17.9%, Indie 14.5%

Discover a new world in this quirky RPG full of colorful characters - a story of love and madness filled with twists and surprises!

Why similar: RPG 41.6%, RPGMaker 38.3% ★, Adventure 11.2%, Indie 8.9%

Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world.

Why similar: RPGMaker 60.6% ★, RPG 30%, Adventure 4.4%, JRPG 2.6%, Indie 2.4%

Tales Across Time is a story-driven RPG experience from the creator of 8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey. It uses the classic short-story format to tell the tale of three different characters...

Why similar: RPGMaker 49.8% ★, RPG 31.7%, Adventure 7.4%, Indie 6.3%, JRPG 4.8%

Kalymn Nox is the Albino Hunter; even his pretentious and slightly racist title can keep him from waking up broke after a night of drinking.

Why similar: RPGMaker 48% ★, RPG 32.1%, JRPG 7.5%, Adventure 6.3%, Indie 6.1%

Your character has lost his memory and finds himself in a godforsaken place. An adventure with a nonlinear storyline, lots of choices, and a unique combat system. Could he get out alive?

Why similar: Adventure 54.7%, Indie 45.3%

You wake up on a dirt road, holding on to your last memory of your family screaming for help in front of you. Now, with all odds against you, you must complete challenging and dangerous quests to gain help from the villagers of Bartrone. How far are you willing to go to find your wife and son?

Why similar: RPG 83.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Indie 7.2%

To defeat the rebel knights and stabilize the crown, you must journey through the most dangerous realm in the kingdom--your own wretched past.

Why similar: RPG 70.3%, Adventure 22.3%, Indie 7.4%

Sophie and Mike have been separated by an evil group and must now try and rejoin forces before taking on a great evil. But something more sinister is happening and may change the world forever!

Why similar: RPGMaker 62% ★, RPG 27.8%, Adventure 5.9%, Indie 4.3%

Last Dream incorporates the best features of classic RPGs: replayability and complete immersion into a vast world, rich with detail.

Why similar: RPGMaker 58.5% ★, RPG 30.6%, JRPG 6.3%, Indie 4.7%

Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!

Why similar: RPGMaker 64% ★, RPG 24.5%, JRPG 5.4%, Adventure 3.7%, Indie 2.4%

Five souls, brought together in a simple rescue mission, come to learn that they are more connected than they had believed. Classic RPG goodness and intriguing storyline with this RPG from Valkyria Studios.

Why similar: RPGMaker 56.1% ★, RPG 30.3%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 6%

Enjoy the exciting story of the confrontation of the crown princes in they battle for the throne. Complete the test in the ancient temple caves to prove your right to the royal throne!

Why similar: RPGMaker 51.8% ★, RPG 38.1%, Adventure 10.1%

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 45.3% ★, RPG 38.1%, Adventure 9%, Indie 7.6%

"Have we all been acting waywardly?" An Adventure RPG that deals with the life and death of wayward humans, striving to escape a syndicate that creates monsters.

Why similar: RPGMaker 49% ★, RPG 28.4%, JRPG 14%, Adventure 8.6%

Take the role of a manafinder in this console-style turn-based RPG set in the beautiful but unforgiving world of Aevi. Fight your way against ferocious beasts and other threats in the quest for manastones as you define the fate of the exiled.

Why similar: RPG 54%, JRPG 23.5%, RPGMaker 15.1% ★, Adventure 3.9%, Indie 3.5%