Games Like Mind of the Midwest

Cladun X2 is a hack n' slash dungeon crawler with a retro RPG finish and a nearly infinite level of character customization. From stats to equipment to character classes to creating your own hero, Cladun X2 promises an addicting experience that gamers new and old will fully enjoy.

Why similar: RPG 23.3%, JRPG 23.3%, Violent 14.2%, Action RPG 13.8%, Action 10.4%

The weird and somewhat unsettling trip of a doomer

Why similar: JRPG 27.9%, Psychedelic 25.9%, RPG 14.3%, Violent 13.7%, Gore 9.5%

かつて地獄を生きた君へ。やがて地獄を生きる君へ。2011年に公開された『すでに私たちは地獄のまっただ中でした。』のリメイク作品です。新システムSAN（正気度）の追加や、グラフィックの一新によって新たなRPGに生まれ変わっています。愛と魂の物語を地獄の特等席でご堪能下さい。

Why similar: Psychedelic 32.6%, JRPG 27.3%, RPG 19.5%, Violent 9%, Gore 6.5%

Operate the hero Jim and defeat the demon Varalys, the strongest in mythology! A classic action RPG representing the 1980s.

Why similar: JRPG 27%, RPG 20.8%, Action RPG 20.3%, Action 11%, 1980s 9.1%

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

Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, RPG 21.9%, Action RPG 21.3%, Colorful 5.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

A very short RPG with action battles, graphics, and music inspired by the 16-bit Action JRPG. The first entry of Clarent Saga.

Why similar: JRPG 26.1%, Action RPG 22.3%, RPG 19.1%, Action 12.3%, 1990's 8.1%

Embark on a whimsical adventure and play as the bad guy to save the world in this Active Time Brawling RPG!

Why similar: JRPG 27.1%, Action RPG 22.2%, RPG 14%, Action 8.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%

ゲーム作家「ローゼンクロイツ」の奇妙な世界観と、音楽家「antihony」さんの儚くも美しい楽曲が織りなすコマンドバトルRPGです。 “あの日、勇者の故郷で何があったのか。” 作中に散りばめられた断片的な情報を頼りに、物語に隠されたいくつかの真相を暴いて下さい。

Why similar: JRPG 34%, Psychedelic 33.1%, RPG 25%, 2D 4.1%, Singleplayer 2%

My Nuclear Octopus is a psychedelic retro arcade game for fans of pure out-and-out arcade blasters that takes two minutes to learn and hours to master! It's an overload of sight and sound for you to lose yourself in. Can you make it to the top of the leaderboard?

Why similar: Psychedelic 57.5%, Action 11.2%, 1980s 8.3%, Retro 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

Hydlide Series Part 2. Become the chosen one and seal the evil consciousness targeting Fairyland! Utilize magic to conquer a field map six times larger than the previous game!

Why similar: JRPG 28%, RPG 20.9%, Action RPG 20.6%, Action 11.2%, 1980s 8.6%

Lies, delusions, become the light that shines on the truth too. This is a poetic,cute turn-based RPG with a bizarre style that adventuring in a looping world ending in three days.Discover the secrets hidden in the depths that lying all over the breaking world!

Why similar: JRPG 34.7%, Psychedelic 33.2%, RPG 25.7%, 2D 4.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%

In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.

Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, Action RPG 21.8%, RPG 16.2%, 1990's 6.4%, Action 6.3%

Experience the origins of the SaGa series with the COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND, the first complete port of these hugely popular titles with new enhancements!

Why similar: JRPG 38.3%, RPG 19.6%, 1980s 12.9%, 1990's 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

“The Olders, they come to eat the Children…” All of the adults have become monsters, the rumors say. Nowhere is safe outside these walls. Welcome to Stray Children — a bittersweet, fairy tale RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 28.5%, Action RPG 23.1%, RPG 13.4%, 1980s 11%, Action 7.4%

GOKEN is an action filled RPG where you're in the search for the lost five swords and maybe saving the world too.

Why similar: RPG 26.5%, Action RPG 23.4%, JRPG 22.6%, Action 21.7%, Open World 5.8%

The all-new Action-RPG, ONINAKI tells the story of one Watcher on a journey to protect Life, after Death.

Why similar: JRPG 31.3%, RPG 26.1%, Action RPG 16.1%, Action 14.1%, Violent 12.4%

Ultra Bravo RPG is a pixelated comedy RPG in which you explore a three-dimensional map while battling enemies by pressing buttons. The story takes place in the Kingdom of Shizukani, a country inhabited by only idiots. Nabeo and his no-good friends cause mayhem!

Why similar: Action RPG 27.9%, RPG 25.3%, JRPG 20.2%, Action 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

Magical Stock Princess is a quick to play blend of arcade levels and lite rpg elements. Avoid monsters while you clear the floor in the Acton stages, and interact with quirky characters in the Adventure stages. Enjoy the best of two worlds without the drawbacks. 100% bat caves-free.

Why similar: JRPG 27.5%, Action RPG 23.4%, RPG 14.8%, Action 8.9%, 1990's 7.9%

World-famous red-haired adventurer Adol Christin awakens in the unfamiliar land of Celceta, remembering nothing more than his name. Join Adol and his new friends as he embarks on an adventure to map the wilderness and reclaim his memories in this beloved action RPG from Nihon Falcom.

Why similar: JRPG 30%, Action RPG 26.4%, RPG 25.3%, Action 16.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Ys IX, the high-speed action RPG known for its exhilarating battles and adventure powered by special abilities, is now available on Steam®!

Why similar: JRPG 33.1%, Action RPG 24.9%, RPG 24.3%, Action 15.6%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Tales of Eternia returns as a remastered edition! As the threat of world destruction looms, an epic journey begins to determine the fate of two worlds: Inferia and Celestia.

Why similar: JRPG 34.4%, Action RPG 25.3%, RPG 24.3%, Retro 5.3%, Action 4.6%

In Astria you'll follow two young heroes. While the one still lives, the second main character is already dead. Switch between both characters and travel throughout the world to finally be able to reunite both of them in the world of the living!

Why similar: JRPG 36.3%, RPG 14.9%, Action RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%, Open World 7.7%

バグを駆使して、世界を救え！ VRM対応アクションRPG

Why similar: JRPG 30.9%, RPG 25.5%, Action RPG 22.5%, Action 13.6%, Open World 4.2%

A century of war between two great kingdoms has bled the lands dry of men. Conscripted to fight, they have all but perished on the battlefield.Now, with no one left to defend their homes, the women must take up arms and carry on the fight...

Why similar: JRPG 29.4%, Action RPG 20.8%, RPG 19.2%, Action 10.3%, Violent 9.8%

Several years after the events of Robot Female Hero 2, a group of tyranical invaders had arrived to try and take of the Milky way. Standing in their way is the cast from the first game. Once again this is a classic top-down RPG that seeks to recreate the games that dominated the 90's!

Why similar: JRPG 36.2%, Action RPG 27.2%, RPG 26.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Singleplayer 2.6%

This is a sample game created in "RPG Maker MZ" by Douraku. Equip souls to unlock new powers and fight the aliens in this traditional RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 36%, Action RPG 29.3%, RPG 27.6%, 2D 4.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Embark on a new adventure with pride in your heart! The action RPG Ys X:Nordics returns to Steam® with a massive upgrade—introducing new story content, new adventure areas, and a host of new features in Ys X: Proud Nordics!

Why similar: JRPG 33.4%, RPG 26.7%, Action RPG 23.6%, Action 14.2%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Back to the roots of a 90's style JRPG! Depending on the player's actions, the shape of the game changes in various ways. This is a full-length RPG with a combination of scenario and freedom. This game is in Japanese only.

Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, RPG 23.6%, Violent 21.8%, Gore 15.7%, 1990's 8.2%

This is an exhilarating 3D action RPG featuring huge boss battles.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.2%, JRPG 22.5%, RPG 16.7%, Violent 12%, Action 10.3%

Retrouvez les aventures de Chloé Tary, héroïne du roman La Légende des Diamétis, à l'aube des Mondes. Découvrez ce que sont les Diamétis, ces minerais et éléments de légende .

Why similar: JRPG 29%, Action RPG 23.7%, RPG 21.8%, Action 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 4.3%

Fantasy meets reality in Shibuya, Tokyo, where magic is something to be feared. In this action RPG, a young wizard seeks freedom through strength, and an officer seeks to control magic and restore order. When their paths cross, a darkness that will transform the world descends.

Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, Action RPG 27.1%, RPG 21.8%, Action 15.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%

《Magos-Wadeholke》 is an action RPG with classic JRPG feel. Play as a magic apprentice: enjoy campus life, learn magic, become a mage. Team up with friends for courses, quests, bonding. Explore Galodia, the four-season island, to uncover ancient secrets and face crisis.

Why similar: JRPG 33.7%, Action RPG 24.8%, RPG 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%

This is a sample game created in "RPG Maker MZ" by Sasuke KANNAZUKI. Follow daydreamer Luise in her adventures in this traditional fantasy RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 35.5%, RPG 29.2%, Action RPG 28.2%, 2D 4.5%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.

Why similar: JRPG 41.5%, RPG 23.4%, Action RPG 18%, Action 9.3%, Violent 3.3%

This is a sample game created in "RPG Maker MZ" by Shitsudo Kei. Keep the peace in Neo Tokyo in this Dungeon Action RPG

Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, RPG 25.4%, Action RPG 25%, Action 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

Everfall: Rewind is a single-player 3D action RPG set in a fantasy world. Explore the field, take on quests, battle enemies in third-person action combat, and grow stronger as you uncover what lies ahead.

Why similar: JRPG 38.4%, Action RPG 26.8%, RPG 20.5%, Action 11.4%, Indie 1.6%

Ys Foliage Ocean in Celceta : Kai, the origin of Ys VIII and Ys IX, is now available on Steam! The highly-acclaimed Ys action RPG series is renowned for its simple yet exhilarating battles, clear and dramatic story, and fiery BGM that enhances the battle experience.

Why similar: JRPG 38.8%, RPG 30.1%, Action RPG 28.3%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Originally released in Japan in 2012, Nayuta no Kiseki is an action-packed RPG reborn as the newest member of the KAI series for Steam®!

Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, RPG 25.7%, Action RPG 25.1%, Action 14%, Singleplayer 2%

ファイヤーエムブレイスII～中年と希望の光～ is a single player, the 1990s style game. The pixel art and retro BGM makes you nostalgic. Finally your goal is to reach a map where has the demon castle. Explore lots of maps and progress the story, and then defeat the demon king.

Why similar: JRPG 32.9%, RPG 22.7%, 1980s 15.8%, 1990's 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

This game is a Brazilian comedy game, an RPG produced in RPG Maker. Its is an turn based combat, with many simple side quests. The game tell the history of Robercleiton that wants to be more than an non playable character, like a hero, gain level and save the world from darkness, or not...

Why similar: JRPG 39.2%, RPG 29.2%, 1990's 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%

A fateful encounter with the fairy Noi sets Nayuta and his friends on a path to explore beyond the borders of their island home in order to stop a dark plot.

Why similar: JRPG 34.7%, Action RPG 30.4%, RPG 26.4%, Action 5.7%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Explore the world of Pangea as you embark on your adventure in this Open-World 2D ARPG. Follow and unravel the fate of the Firstborne or craft your own destiny alone or with friends with full multiplayer support.

Why similar: RPG 32.7%, Action 19.1%, Violent 16.9%, Gore 12.2%, Action RPG 11.5%

TRAPPED IN THE REALM OF DARKNESS

Why similar: Action RPG 34.8%, RPG 23.7%, Violent 15.4%, Action 11.2%, Gore 10%

The Red Dragon returns. Venture into the dungeons of Mount Firebreath. This 2D adventure RPG is brought to life with stunning retro pixel art. Classic bump-combat evolves with timing-based action for tense battles. Upgrade your gear, master key items, and defeat the Dragon.

Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Action RPG 20.7%, RPG 20.6%, Action 11.1%, 1980s 7.6%

Escape from the other dimensional space ruled by demons. Another story of the Persona users.

Why similar: JRPG 44.1%, RPG 30.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 8.2%, 2D 5%

Furry JPRG with turn-based battles, and a surreal-horror aesthetic. Explore a bizarre underworld and enter spice temples.

Why similar: Psychedelic 30.5%, JRPG 28.2%, Action RPG 16.4%, RPG 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

Set in the year 20XX in "NEO TOKYO," a symbol of the new eraWhat is the "demon summoning program" left behind by the father who disappeared?

Why similar: JRPG 43.5%, RPG 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Retro 8.1%, 2D 5.8%

Enthrean Radiance : The First Strike is a 2D action-RPG that invokes the feeling of classic Japanese games. Help Millia and Razh to save the world of Enthrean from chaos!

Why similar: JRPG 34.4%, Action RPG 24.9%, RPG 16%, Action 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 4%

A post-apocalyptic world. Two friends haven't seen each other for 5 years are heading back home on a bike. The first episode of an epic action jrpg by yeo.

Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, RPG 23.3%, Action RPG 22.6%, Action 12.6%, Gore 6.3%

A satirical action-RPG set in a alternate futuristic dystopian Quebec City. You are an enemy robot reprogrammed to be friendly and you are now forced to save the world against your very creator.

Why similar: JRPG 26.6%, Action RPG 23.4%, RPG 12.6%, 1990's 8.1%, Action 6.6%

Experience the first “modern-era” Ys game, now off the small screen for its worldwide PC debut! Features a full party system, dozens of unique combat skills, and a massive overworld to explore. Uncover the secret of the Five Great Dragons, and help Adol Christin save the day once again!

Why similar: JRPG 40%, RPG 26.4%, Action RPG 16.3%, Action 15.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%

The refreshing and brisk-paced turn-based combat remains unchanged! The visuals are scaled up, and the movements are made even more delightful! Let's enjoy the nostalgic BGM and witty lines with puns! Packed with exclusive original content not found in the original work!

Why similar: JRPG 40.2%, RPG 22.4%, 1990's 13.9%, Retro 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Critically acclaimed music sound track Rares Bosses Statistics Leveling choices affect story Cut Scene adventure Puzzle nature calming

Why similar: Psychedelic 29.2%, JRPG 22.3%, Action RPG 18.9%, RPG 11.3%, Action 6.9%

Gather round, demons. Awaken, heroes. A tale of strange evil passed down from generation to generation on the frontier planet of Damir.

Why similar: JRPG 52.2%, RPG 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, 2D 5.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%

This is a classic long-form RPG inspired by the masterpieces of the 1990s JRPG era. It unfolds a story of adventure through the Cloud Sea world and saving the world.

Why similar: JRPG 43.2%, RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%, 1990's 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

Witch Play House is an unconventional fantasy collection-adventure game that seamlessly blends exhilarating monster-slaying action with a deep collection system. The game features a unique "aesthetic of feet" theme, creating a mysterious world brimming with whimsical imagination.

Why similar: JRPG 29.6%, Action RPG 25.6%, RPG 23.1%, Action 14.2%, 2D 3.6%

Boy, be the light that illuminates the world. The gospel of the beginning rings out in the land covered with despair.

Why similar: JRPG 52.2%, RPG 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, 2D 5.5%, Singleplayer 3%

Together with the demon, we will open up our destiny. The story that is the end of everything and the beginning of everything.

Why similar: JRPG 52.2%, RPG 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, 2D 5.5%, Singleplayer 3%

Experience the Game Boy-like design and 2D open world of this retro JRPG. The choices you make are all up to you, and they may end up providing invaluable help in the future, when disaster strikes... Embark on an adventure in which you sew the threads of your own future.

Why similar: RPG 28.5%, JRPG 19.8%, Action 17.7%, Action RPG 16.7%, Indie 6.7%

Use your reflexes to defeat powerful enemies in this RPG with combat inspired by Punch Out. Journey to save everyone from those terrible monsters… before you become one yourself.

Why similar: Action RPG 34.8%, RPG 20.6%, JRPG 14%, Action 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%