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Games Like Metaphor: ReFantazio

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include JRPG, RPG, Singleplayer, Story Rich.

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After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.

Reviews: Very Positive — 90% — of 41,120 reviews
Released: 2024-10-10
Developer: ATLUS
Publisher: SEGA
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 46.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 56.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 95%

Overview

What makes Metaphor: ReFantazio special is how it fuses Persona-style bonding and time pressure with a grand dark-fantasy road trip, class experimentation, and stylish turn-based combat. These recommendations prioritize games that echo that mix of social progression, party customization, political or ideological storytelling, and long-form JRPG adventure. The highest-ranked picks are the closest matches to Metaphor’s specific Atlus-flavored feel, with later entries branching into adjacent fantasy and strategy-heavy alternatives.

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    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 130,053 reviews2022
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    Windows
    Median: 30.1 hrsMean: 65.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Lead the Phantom Thieves of Hearts in this award winning, stylish turn-based RPG filled with dungeon crawling, party customization, strategic combat, and Persona fusion. Explore Tokyo, build relationships, battle Shadows, and infiltrate the minds of the corrupt to make them change their ways!

    Why similar: JRPG 24.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Anime 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It is the clearest companion piece to Metaphor, with the same Atlus DNA of calendar-based progression, relationship building, stylish turn-based battles, and a long story about changing society.

  2. #2 Persona 3 Reload
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 56,361 reviews2024
    Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 42.8 hrsMean: 57.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.

    Why similar: JRPG 24.3%, Party-Based RPG 15%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Anime 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its blend of daily time management, social bonds, dungeon crawling, and modernized turn-based combat closely mirrors the structure that makes Metaphor so compelling.

  3. #3 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
    96% matchVery Positive92% of 11,922 reviews2024
    Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 16.3 hrsMean: 37.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.

    Why similar: JRPG 37.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Anime 13.4%, RPG 11.6%, Story Rich 10%

    Why You'll Like It: If you want Metaphor’s darker Atlus side, this delivers challenging turn-based combat, heavy ideological themes, and deep party customization in a ruined fantasy world.

  4. #4 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 267,104 reviews2025
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    Windows
    Median: 32.4 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 27.4%, JRPG 19%, Party-Based RPG 11.7%, Story Rich 10.8%, RPG 8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its cinematic dark-fantasy storytelling and modernized turn-based combat make it a strong fit if you loved Metaphor’s dramatic tone and party-focused progression.

  5. #5 Persona 4 Golden
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    Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 45.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.3%, Anime 11.6%, Story Rich 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It leans more cozy than dark fantasy, but its social-link progression, party bonding, and satisfying turn-based combat hit many of the same strengths.

  6. #6 The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak
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    Windows
    Median: 65.7 hrsMean: 71.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    The spriggan known as Van Arkride, an underground professional, accepts any job, acting as detective, negotiator, or bounty hunter. Dive into the Trails series' latest chapter with intense combat, beautiful visuals, and a new alignment system in Calvard!

    Why similar: JRPG 34%, RPG 14.6%, Anime 14.2%, Action RPG 13.9%, Adventure 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Its hybrid field-action and command-battle system, political storyline, and party-driven road-trip feel make it one of the closest non-Atlus matches to Metaphor.

  7. #7 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
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    Windows
    Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    Why similar: JRPG 40.3%, Party-Based RPG 25.6%, RPG 6.2%, Story Rich 6%, Turn-Based Combat 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Its fantasy kingdom stakes, nonstandard progression, and heavy emphasis on classes and party-building make it a great pick for players who enjoyed Metaphor’s Archetype experimentation.

  8. #8 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
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    Windows
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    Why You'll Like It: It offers a huge fantasy journey with memorable companions, polished turn-based battles, and a strong sense of heroic adventure that overlaps well with Metaphor’s grand quest feel.

  9. #9 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
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    Windows
    Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: JRPG 40.6%, Anime 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, RPG 11.3%, Story Rich 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Its school-calendar structure, bonding events, nation-spanning plot, and classic turn-based party combat strongly appeal to the same players Metaphor does.

  10. #10 Soul Hackers 2
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    Windows
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    Why similar: JRPG 38.9%, Turn-Based Combat 26.1%, RPG 15.8%, Anime 11.8%, Story Rich 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This is another stylish Atlus RPG built around turn-based weakness exploitation, party interactions, and a mature story with a slightly darker edge.

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    90% matchVery Positive81% of 5,551 reviews2023
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    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    If I say there’s an hour “hidden” between one day and the next... would you believe me? Master the power of the heart, Persona, and uncover the tragic truth of the Dark Hour.

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    Why You'll Like It: Even in its older form, it still delivers a strong mix of time management, social progression, and turn-based dungeon combat that Metaphor fans usually appreciate.

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    Windows
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    Why You'll Like It: Its flexible job system, polished turn-based combat, and mature fantasy storytelling make it especially appealing if you enjoyed customizing Metaphor’s party roles.

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    Why You'll Like It: This is a bond-driven JRPG with stylish turn-based combat and psychological themes, making it a good match for the relationship-focused side of Metaphor.

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    Windows
    Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 53.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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    Windows
    Median: 20.3 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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    Why similar: JRPG 32.1%, Turn-Based Combat 27.7%, RPG 18.6%, Story Rich 8.4%, Adventure 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Though much goofier in tone, it nails party camaraderie, job-based customization, and story-rich turn-based combat in a way that can scratch a similar itch.

  18. #18 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II
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    Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
    Windows
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    Why You'll Like It: It expands the first game’s bond-focused formula into larger-scale political conflict and a broader journey, which makes it feel even closer to Metaphor’s kingdom-spanning stakes.

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    Median: 70.7 hrsMean: 76.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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    Why similar: JRPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Anime 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, RPG 9.5%

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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    76% matchVery Positive93% of 624 reviews2026
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    Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 30.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Unravel the mysteries of the past in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! Gather your companions and travel beyond the shores of your small kingdom to discover why it is the only remaining island in the world.

    Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Turn-Based Combat 20.4%, Party-Based RPG 16.3%, RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 4.6%

  42. #42 FANTASIAN Neo Dimension
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 617 reviews2024
    Dev: Mistwalker CorporationPub: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 33.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Embark on an adventure to discover your memories and save the world from a mechanical infection. Maneuver your skill trajectories during battle, and dive into a new dimension with a unique twist on a classic RPG experience.

    Why similar: JRPG 46.1%, RPG 18.5%, Anime 15.4%, Story Rich 12%, Fantasy 6.4%

  43. #43 Grey Heritage: Faded Vision
    73% matchVery Positive80% of 61 reviews2022
    Dev: BTrain Studio
    Windows

    Command a rebellion as Leon Beaumont, Exiled Prince of Astrea, against the king that betrayed him. Engage in a classic turn-based tactical RPG experience as you unravel untold secrets from the past. Recruit allies, manage inventory, and train your soldiers in this JRPG inspired journey!

    Why similar: JRPG 20.6%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Strategy RPG 9.9%

  44. #44 Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 783 reviews2025
    Dev: AtomTeam
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Swordhaven is a party‑based low‑magic fantasy cRPG with a deep character creation system, rich storytelling, and seamless turn‑based/RTwP combat. Explore Nova Drakonia, uncover ancient secrets, meet hundreds of NPCs with unique quests, and shape the fate of the world through your choices.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.7%, Party-Based RPG 22.6%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Action RPG 11%, RPG 9.2%

  45. #45 Tales of ARISE
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 36,468 reviews2023
    Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

    Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, Anime 19.4%, RPG 11.9%, Action RPG 11.8%, Story Rich 7.5%

  46. #46 Tyranny
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 13,190 reviews2016
    Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

    Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Story Rich 17.4%, Party-Based RPG 12.1%, Fantasy 7.1%

  47. #47 Ash of Gods: Redemption
    73% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,448 reviews2018
    Dev: AurumDust
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.5%, Party-Based RPG 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Strategy RPG 11.9%, RPG 9.9%

  48. #48 Sword of Convallaria
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,656 reviews2024
    Dev: XD
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 64.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.

    Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, RPG 9.1%, Anime 9%

  49. #49 Edge Of Eternity
    70% matchMixed70% of 3,987 reviews2021
    Dev: Midgar StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Wage epic turn-based battles as you follow Daryon and Selene on their quest to find a cure to the all-consuming Corrosion in this grand tale of hope and sacrifice, created by a small team of passionate JRPG lovers.

    Why similar: JRPG 25.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%, Anime 11.6%, RPG 9.5%, Action RPG 9.5%

  50. #50 Alphadia Genesis
    72% matchMostly Positive79% of 133 reviews2015
    Dev: Exe Create Inc.Pub: KEMCO
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Alphadia Genesis chronicles an epic adventure with Fray and his investigative team from the Archleign Kingdom as they set out to solve a mysterious murder case in a nearby city. Immerse yourself in stunning 3D battles!

    Why similar: JRPG 35.4%, RPG 23.6%, Anime 12.8%, Party-Based RPG 9.7%, Adventure 8.1%

  51. #51 Etheria: Restart
    69% matchMixed57% of 302 reviews2025
    Dev: XD
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 41.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Etheria is an Ethereal Hero RPG. To preserve the flame of civilization, humanity transfers their consciousness into the virtual world "Etheria". And you, as a Hyperlinker, will enter the virtual world to uncover the hidden truths of Etheria.

    Why similar: JRPG 20%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Anime 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Strategy RPG 8.3%

  52. #52 The Thaumaturge
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 5,600 reviews2024
    Dev: Fool's TheoryPub: 11 bit studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.7%, RPG 17.4%, Story Rich 14.4%, Fantasy 8.2%

  53. #53 Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom
    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 166 reviews2021
    Dev: Rideon,Inc.Pub: KEMCO
    Windows

    Become the court blacksmith adventuring in the Sand Kingdom in a fantasy RPG!

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.4%, Turn-Based Combat 24.8%, RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Fantasy 9.2%

  54. #54 Portal Fantasy
    68% matchMixed66% of 256 reviews2025
    Dev: Portal Fantasy
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Journey through an epic storyline, collecting creatures to aid you in turn-based battles, avoiding traps and solving puzzles, completing thrilling quests, and uncovering the darker history of Pyli Kingdom in this RPG with a unique modern take on a classic beloved genre.

    Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.1%, RPG 14.5%, Story Rich 10.9%, Fantasy 9.7%

  55. #55 Alterium Shift
    68% matchMostly Positive77% of 111 reviews2023
    Dev: Drattzy Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Embark on a journey through the living world of Alteria and experience its dynamic quests, unique turn-based combat, and choice-driven storylines. With three branching narratives and unforgettable characters, Alterium Shift is a retro-inspired JRPG that offers a new adventure with every playthrough.

    Why similar: JRPG 35.9%, RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Adventure 8.9%, Party-Based RPG 7.5%

  56. #56 Arco
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,157 reviews2024
    Dev: FranekPub: Panic
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    A Mesoamerican fantasy RPG that blends turn-based and real-time combat. Explore the world through three handcrafted stories forged in bloodshed, laced with magic, and united by revenge.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 30.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, RPG 13.3%, Story Rich 12%, Choose Your Own Adventure 5.4%

  57. #57 Prophecy of Ashen
    65% matchMostly Positive79% of 217 reviews2026
    Dev: hhyuGame
    Windows

    Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, RPG 11.5%

  58. #58 The Iron Oath
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 900 reviews2023
    Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.2%, Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Strategy RPG 11.1%, RPG 9.5%

  59. #59 Crystal Project
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,480 reviews2022
    Dev: Andrew Willman
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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: JRPG 26.3%, Party-Based RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, RPG 9.9%

  60. #60 OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 16,560 reviews2019
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 47.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.

    Why similar: JRPG 40.6%, Turn-Based Combat 20.8%, RPG 15.4%, Story Rich 9.3%, Anime 4.7%

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