Games Like Monster Hunter Stories

A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.

Why similar: JRPG 18.4%, Dragons 13.9% ★, Creature Collector 9.7%, RPG 8.4%, Cartoony 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel that refines and expands upon the creature-collecting and turn-based combat mechanics of the original.

With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.

Why similar: JRPG 29%, Creature Collector 20.1%, PvP 11.1%, Anime 10.1%, RPG 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deep JRPG experience that centers on collecting, evolving, and battling a vast roster of digital monsters.

Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!

Why similar: JRPG 27.3%, Creature Collector 17.6%, Anime 10.8%, RPG 10.7%, Story Rich 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique fusion mechanic that allows you to combine monsters, offering a fresh take on the creature-collector genre.

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince comes to Steam®! Recruit monsters from the DQ series, synthesize new creatures and compose your ideal team.

Why similar: JRPG 23.5%, Dragons 17.1% ★, Creature Collector 15.2%, RPG 10.5%, Anime 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic monster-breeding and collection title that shares the vibrant, adventurous spirit of the Monster Hunter Stories series.

Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.

Why similar: Creature Collector 24.5%, JRPG 22.5%, PvP 11%, Fantasy 8.7%, RPG 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines monster-taming with Metroidvania-style exploration and tactical turn-based combat.

CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.

Why similar: JRPG 33.7%, RPG 17%, Creature Collector 16.3%, Anime 9.2%, Fantasy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming JRPG that utilizes a unique stacking mechanic to manage your collection of monsters in battle.

Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.

Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, Creature Collector 16.6%, RPG 14.7%, Anime 9.8%, Fantasy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a beautiful Studio Ghibli-inspired world where you collect and raise creatures to aid you in your journey.

Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!

Why similar: Creature Collector 17.6%, JRPG 15.6%, Multiplayer 10.9%, PvP 9.9%, RPG 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: An MMO-inspired creature collector that focuses on competitive battling and cooperative exploration.

Embark on a complete 30+ hour monster-taming RPG adventure, now remastered for PC! Catch and train more than 120 Coromon, explore six diverse biomes, and master strategic turn-based battles as you unravel a mystery that could change Velua forever.

Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Creature Collector 20%, PvP 11%, RPG 7.6%, Exploration 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on classic creature-collecting games with polished pixel art and engaging puzzle-filled exploration.

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 33.9%, Creature Collector 16.1%, RPG 11.1%, Anime 8.9%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a challenging and rewarding tactical combat system centered on recruiting and evolving demons.

Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.

Why similar: Creature Collector 38%, RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Anime 6.8%, JRPG 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous and expansive creature-collecting RPG that pays homage to the genre's roots while adding modern quality-of-life features.

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 39.5%, Anime 12.6%, RPG 12.3%, Emotional 9.7%, Story Rich 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly polished JRPG experience with a deep system for recruiting, fusing, and managing a wide variety of monsters.

The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.

Why similar: JRPG 32.9%, Dragons 18.2% ★, RPG 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Story Rich 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential JRPG that captures the same sense of wonder and epic adventure found in the Monster Hunter universe.

Rise to the challenge and join the hunt! In Monster Hunter Rise, the latest installment in the award-winning and top-selling Monster Hunter series, you’ll become a hunter, explore brand new maps and use a variety of weapons to take down fearsome monsters as part of an all-new storyline.

Why similar: Hunting 20.8% ★, JRPG 17.9%, Dragons 13.7% ★, RPG 10.2%, Multiplayer 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: While action-focused, it remains the definitive Monster Hunter experience for those who love the world and its creatures.

Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.

Why similar: JRPG 26.9%, Creature Collector 16.7%, PvP 11.9%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A darker, retro-inspired monster-taming game that emphasizes breeding and creating unique creature species.

Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!

Why similar: Creature Collector 22.1%, RPG 20%, Fantasy 14.9%, Anime 14.5%, JRPG 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Successfully balances action-RPG combat with the ability to befriend monsters and manage a farm.

Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!

Why similar: Creature Collector 52.3%, RPG 24.7%, Fantasy 23%

Why You'll Like It: Blends creature collection with cozy farming and exploration across a procedurally generated world.

Command an army of monsters in this all-new action game featuring character designs by famed manga artist Hiro Mashima. Take a stand to free the people of Felicidad as a Farmagia named Ten when monster farming, adventure, and hectic battles come together in an epic tale of rebellion and friendship.

Why similar: JRPG 30.8%, Creature Collector 19.6%, Anime 12.5%, RPG 10.7%, Cartoony 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented RPG where you raise and command armies of monsters to fight through dungeons.

Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!

Why similar: Creature Collector 43.4%, Multiplayer 25.9%, RPG 9.6%, Anime 8.6%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world survival game that integrates creature collection and base-building mechanics.

The Digital World has run rampant with Machinedramon and is now in a state of utter chaos. As a Digidestined, it’s up to you to restore order to the world in Digimon World: Next Order, a monster collecting RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 34.9%, Creature Collector 27.1%, RPG 18.3%, Anime 10.3%, 3D 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the life-sim aspect of raising and bonding with your digital partners in a 3D environment.

Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.

Why similar: Multiplayer 25%, RPG 17.3%, JRPG 13.5%, Third Person 12.1%, Fantasy 11%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an immersive, high-fidelity hunting experience set within the same rich ecosystem as the Stories series.

The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.

Why similar: Hunting 29.7% ★, Dragons 24.5% ★, Multiplayer 11.9%, Third Person 8%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An upcoming entry in the franchise that promises to further expand the living, breathing world of Monster Hunter.

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: JRPG 40.4%, RPG 18.8%, Anime 14.1%, Fantasy 9.1%, Story Rich 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features kingdom-building and a charming, vibrant world that feels similar in tone to Monster Hunter Stories.

Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!

Why similar: Creature Collector 51.4%, RPG 24.4%, Adventure 8.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%, Anime 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the series that provides a straightforward and nostalgic creature-collecting experience.

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 37%, Anime 16.1%, RPG 13.8%, Fantasy 9.6%, Story Rich 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-production JRPG with strong party dynamics and a narrative-driven adventure that fans of the genre will appreciate.

Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.

Why similar: Creature Collector 33.6%, RPG 17.1%, Loot 15.2%, Fantasy 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep monster-collecting system with thousands of possible combinations and tactical depth.

As the newest ranger of a peacekeeping organization known as SEED, protect your community by rounding up rowdy monsters and going on special missions. Cultivate your farm and friendships alike while unravelling rune-related mysteries!

Why similar: Creature Collector 21.9%, RPG 19.5%, Anime 15.3%, JRPG 12.6%, Fantasy 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the series' tradition of mixing monster taming with life-sim elements in a fully 3D world.

The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.

Why similar: JRPG 30.9%, Creature Collector 19.2%, RPG 13%, Anime 10.6%, Fantasy 6.6%

The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.

Why similar: JRPG 24.5%, Creature Collector 17.9%, RPG 13.8%, Dragons 11.7% ★, Cartoony 6.3%

Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!

Why similar: Creature Collector 38.3%, RPG 23.5%, Exploration 14.5%, 3D 12.5%, Character Customization 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A whimsical creature-collector that replaces traditional combat with fun dance battles.

Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.

Why similar: Exploration 42.1%, Fantasy 24.7%, Adventure 20.9%, Singleplayer 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing exploration game focused on collecting and ranching unique creatures in a vibrant alien world.

Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.

Why similar: JRPG 35.9%, RPG 18.3%, Fantasy 9.2%, Exploration 8.7%, Third Person 8.2%

Hand-craft your team of perfect Monsters and wage a one-man war against fate and the world in the Crown Nation! With a True Crossbreeding system, every Monster is entirely your own!

Why similar: JRPG 26%, Creature Collector 17%, RPG 9.8%, Anime 9.4%, Fantasy 7.9%

Master ancient tech to hunt down giant beasts. WILD HEARTS™ is a twist on the hunting genre where technology gives you a fighting chance against giant nature-infused beasts. Hunt alone or with friends.

Why similar: Hunting 23.3% ★, Dragons 12.6% ★, Creature Collector 12.2%, RPG 11.6%, Multiplayer 10.3%

Get a taste of the single-player and multiplayer action of Monster Hunter Rise and its massive expansion Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak in this demo. Experience new Sunbreak features as you taken on Great Izuchi, Tetranadon, Astalos and Malzeno!

Why similar: Hunting 30.1% ★, Dragons 28.1% ★, Multiplayer 13%, Third Person 10.9%, 3D 6.1%

Capture over 300 unique monsters, explore a vast world, complete 50+ quests, and master a deep battle system in this offline-friendly, story-rich monster capture RPG. Journey as a cadet in the world of Shoru, where monsters known as Creo are vanishing. Catch the perpetrators before it's too late.

Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, Creature Collector 17.6%, PvP 11.1%, RPG 10.9%, Anime 9.2%

Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.

Why similar: JRPG 23.2%, Creature Collector 20.3%, RPG 11.5%, Anime 9.1%, PvP 9.1%

The latest entry in the character collection and football simulation RPG series, "Inazuma Eleven!" With an original story featuring new main characters, over 5,400 players from across the series' history to collect and train, as well as exciting online tournaments, you can play the game your way!

Why similar: PvP 20.4%, Anime 16.2%, RPG 15.9%, JRPG 11.4%, Story Rich 8.6%

LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon.

Why similar: JRPG 33.5%, Creature Collector 24.7%, RPG 11.2%, Fantasy 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%

Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here!

Why similar: JRPG 24.9%, Hunting 20.6% ★, Anime 18.9%, Multiplayer 10.2%, Character Customization 8.3%

A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!

Why similar: JRPG 41.4%, RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Fantasy 8.6%, Story Rich 7.3%

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.

Why similar: JRPG 43%, RPG 15.9%, Fantasy 9.8%, Anime 9.5%, Story Rich 8.3%

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 34.5%, Dragons 18.2% ★, RPG 14.3%, 3D 7.5%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%

Explore the anime-style open world of the Continent of Orbis, brought to life with Unreal Engine 5! Recruit unique companions, unleash spectacular Status Ailment tag-team action, and embark on an epic journey to save the world from the threat of a Dragon reawakened after 60 years.

Why similar: JRPG 21.6%, Dragons 17.7% ★, Anime 14.8%, RPG 13.8%, Multiplayer 6.6%

Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.

Why similar: Dragons 23.6% ★, RPG 21%, Fantasy 12%, JRPG 9.4%, Character Customization 8.5%

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.

Why similar: JRPG 33.1%, RPG 13.6%, Anime 13%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Story Rich 8.9%

Magic x Guilds x RPG = ”FAIRY TAIL”! Based on the fantasy adventure comic about Natsu, a Dragon Slayer of the rowdy Fairy Tail magician guild, and his unique group of friends battling against unusual and memorable enemies.

Why similar: JRPG 29.8%, RPG 19.2%, Anime 15.4%, Fantasy 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%

Erik and his sister Mia dream of the day they can explore the world. One night they encounter a pair of otherworldly creatures, Porcus and Purrsula, and are whisked away to Draconia - a land full of treasures just waiting to be discovered.

Why similar: JRPG 45.8%, RPG 17.7%, Loot 10.4%, Story Rich 9.9%, Fantasy 9%

The Dragon Ball RPG of your dreams! For the first time, you can play the rest of the story. Step into the universe of Dragon Ball Z in all its iconic glory and become the hero you were always meant to be!

Why similar: RPG 21%, JRPG 17.2%, Anime 15.2%, Dragons 13% ★, Multiplayer 9.9%

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 20.8%, Creature Collector 16.3%, PvP 11.9%, RPG 9.7%, Fantasy 8.8%

The beloved block-building RPG, DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, is bringing its handy crafting features to Steam! Weave your own tale as you build your own unique buildings and towns to restore Alefgard to it's former glory!

Why similar: JRPG 37.9%, RPG 15.6%, Third Person 10.6%, Fantasy 8.7%, Anime 8.4%

Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.

Why similar: JRPG 32.8%, Dragons 30.6% ★, Anime 11.3%, Story Rich 8.7%, RPG 7.3%

Hatch, evolve, and upgrade powerful space creatures in this action-packed sci-fi 3rd person shooter that reinvents the monster taming genre!

Why similar: Creature Collector 38.1%, RPG 16.8%, Third Person 12.2%, Cartoony 9.1%, Exploration 7.5%

Bridge the divide of an ancient schism between humans and monsters in Rune Factory 3 Special as half-human, half-wooly protagonist Micah. Farm, fight and fall in love as you revisit a classic in the series that perfected the blend of RPG & Life-sim genres.

Why similar: JRPG 25%, Creature Collector 22.4%, RPG 18.5%, Fantasy 15%, 3D 6.4%

A brand new RPG set in the world of the popular anime, ONE PIECE! Play as members of the Straw Hat Crew in a fantastic adventure set in the ONE PIECE world!

Why similar: JRPG 29%, Anime 11.5%, RPG 9.8%, Cartoony 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 43.4%, RPG 17.3%, Anime 10.2%, Fantasy 9.8%, Story Rich 8.6%

A monster-taming RPG meets GBC-era nostalgia. Capture and train 140+ Dokimon across 15+ towns. "Whoa, watch out — Dokimon are dangerous!" Uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend in the Xelos region.

Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Creature Collector 24.8%, RPG 12.5%, Exploration 9.3%, Character Customization 6.9%

Create unique creatures, use them to gather rare resources, and fuse them into even more powerful beings! This RPG combines classic exploration with a deep crafting system where your monsters are your ultimate tool for looting, combat, and discovery.

Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Creature Collector 24.6%, RPG 13%, Exploration 9.6%, Fantasy 8.1%