Games Like Nocturne

The afterlife is now digital. Discover that eternal life comes with sacrifice in the first chapter of a genre-defying RPG with unique rhythm combat.

Why similar: Rhythm 24.5%, JRPG 15.7%, Lore-Rich 10.7%, PvE 7.3%, RPG 5.8%

A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.

Why similar: Rhythm 24.1%, JRPG 18.3%, Emotional 11%, Story Rich 8.6%, RPG 7.8%

Explore a vibrant world where ancient religions fuse with technology in this character-driven JRPG. Master deep turn-based combat as you battle with divine magic against beasts with mecha parts. Embark on a grand adventure to retrieve the sacred Babel code needed to face your Gods.

Why similar: JRPG 27.1%, Lore-Rich 18.8%, RPG 10.4%, Story Rich 10%, Anime 8.6%

ATONE is a Norse mythology-inspired, hand-drawn game that blends interactive storytelling and complex puzzles with a rhythm game combat system. Inherit the role of a young warrior named Estra as she journeys through Midgard to unveil the truth behind her father’s death.

Why similar: Rhythm 31%, Narrative 26.7% ★, Lore-Rich 10.9%, Emotional 8%, Story Rich 7.5%

AN UNCONVENTIONAL ARPG where you battle enemies through musical encounters while being accompanied by a raven who promises to retrieve your voice if you slay the mighty Mind Dragon!🎵

Why similar: Rhythm 39.6%, JRPG 24.7%, Story Rich 10.4%, RPG 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

UNBEATABLE is a rhythm adventure where music is illegal and you do crimes. Follow the story of Beat and her band on the run, in a narrative experience full of big emotions powered by arcade-flawless rhythm gameplay.

Why similar: Rhythm 60.8%, Story Rich 11.9%, Anime 10.1%, Exploration 7.9%, Colorful 4%

In a silent world where music is outlawed, play as a singer to shatter the strings of fate and sing the melody of freedom in this unforgiving Turn Based Rhythm JRPG.

Why similar: Rhythm 35.6%, JRPG 24.3%, Dystopian 9%, RPG 8.6%, Story Rich 7.5%

A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.

Why similar: JRPG 34.9%, RPG 14%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Story Rich 7.6%, Adventure 6.6%

Beloved Rapture is an indie jRPG inspired by the classics. Explore beautiful landscapes, fight in turn-based battles, and uncover many secrets. This mid-length adventure balances both an intimate coming of age story, and larger threats looming over the troubled kingdom.

Why similar: Narrative 27.1% ★, JRPG 19.5%, Fantasy 8.4%, Emotional 7.2%, Exploration 6.9%

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Rhythm 49.5%, Story Rich 15.4%, RPG 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, 2D 5.3%

A Rhythm based RPG experience. Providing detailed pixel art and expressive animation. Experience a fun world with lots of colorful characters. Come and disrupt their peace! This is a prequel to a larger story.

Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, PvE 17.8%, RPG 16.8%, Story Rich 15.2%, Cute 8.5%

A next-generation rhythm game where story and music intertwine. Enjoy a tracklist filled with famous licensed songs and exclusive original songs made by renowned composers Discover an immersive story, and face endless challenges. Your performance will dictate the fate of the world.

Why similar: Rhythm 52.7%, Anime 10.3%, PvE 9.6%, Fantasy 9.3%, Cute 7.2%

The Apocalypse shattered a world in disarray. Facing his impending death, a young boy named Sid crossed paths with Torii, a girl who feeds on the energy of time. In the harbour town of Astella, a mysterious adventure is about to unfold along with the investigation of an unusual crime...

Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Lore-Rich 15.6%, Fantasy 8%, Story Rich 7.9%, RPG 7.3%

a psychological visual novel where you investigate the souls of the dead. spend time with them, analyze their past, file reports to decide their eternal fate.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 32.9%, Emotional 19.6%, Story Rich 14.3%, RPG 11.4%, Exploration 10.2%

A modern-day JRPG that imagines a world of war. Overcome language barriers, forge unlikely friendships, and find hope amidst conflict.

Why similar: Narrative 29.2% ★, JRPG 23.5%, Emotional 9.2%, Story Rich 8.9%, RPG 7.6%

A series of unlikely train robberies. A mysterious deck of cards. A fleet of deadly airships. An accidental mage. Choose from four stories, in any order, and discover how they intertwine in this turn-based RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 24.5%, Lore-Rich 18.3%, RPG 8.4%, Story Rich 8.2%, Fantasy 8%

In a world bound by truths: connect. In Falsus is a mesmerizing rhythm game tied to an intricate card system brought together through a layered narrative. Taking place in a near-future world, traverse an atmospheric soundscape through the eyes of 5 interconnected protagonists.

Why similar: Rhythm 47.2%, Narrative 25.8% ★, Story Rich 7.7%, Anime 7.3%, Emotional 7.1%

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 40.1%, RPG 23.6%, Adventure 11.2%, Fantasy 10%, Exploration 4.5%

Dive into a World Where Sorrow Meets Beauty

Why similar: JRPG 35%, RPG 14.9%, Anime 10.3%, Emotional 9.6%, Fantasy 9.3%

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 28%, Lore-Rich 13.3%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 10.3%, Fantasy 9.8%

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 41%, RPG 17%, Story Rich 12%, Anime 8.7%, Emotional 8.5%

On a rainy night, Xiaoyin disappears searching for the legendary “Miracle Grass.” Yixuan follows clues into a trap-filled cave where bodies, monsters, lies, and warmth intertwine. Multiple endings guide you through fairy tale and reality, revealing a fate woven from hope and loss.

Why similar: JRPG 22.5%, RPG 14.1%, Anime 10.2%, Story Rich 9.3%, Fantasy 8.1%

Steel Century Groove is a rhythm RPG where you pilot mecha in dance battles! Using your own music or the built-in soundtrack, master the deep rhythm combat system, assemble a team of colossal superstars, make friends, and challenge rivals on the road to the ultimate dance championship.

Why similar: Rhythm 44.3%, JRPG 23.5%, Story Rich 8.5%, RPG 6.6%, Anime 6%

A short game about an average white-collar worker who struggles to find meaning in a life full of constant overtime and isolation. After an accident lands him in the hospital, Mr. Saitou is spirited away to a strange fantasy world where an unexpected friend takes him on a life-changing adventure.

Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, Emotional 12%, Story Rich 10.7%, Fantasy 10.4%, RPG 10.1%

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: JRPG 26.4%, Lore-Rich 18.8%, Story Rich 17.6%, Fantasy 13%, RPG 12%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, Story Rich 16.5%, RPG 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Cute 8%

A brave, vigilant, young boy - broken by the sin of his father, decides to stand up against his very own creator. NEODITRONIX is a rhythm adventure experience about one's "sins" and how to become human. RECOLLECT and HEAR.

Why similar: Rhythm 54.5%, Story Rich 11.5%, RPG 8.9%, Anime 8.5%, Cute 7.4%

Pilot mecha in rhythm-RPG dance battles in this free standalone adventure from the world of Steel Century Groove. Assemble a squad of colossal dancers and groove your way through a neon city where it's always night.

Why similar: Rhythm 39.3%, JRPG 23.1%, Story Rich 8.4%, RPG 7.5%, Anime 6.4%

A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.

Why similar: JRPG 30.1%, Lore-Rich 21.7%, Story Rich 10.8%, Anime 8.8%, RPG 7.9%

A surreal post-life adventure

Why similar: RPG 39.5%, Story Rich 19.6%, Adventure 15.9%, Stylized 11.8%, Colorful 7.7%

Journey through the Doggie Underworld in this heartwarming rhythm visual novel. Reunite with your lost Pup by connecting with other dog spirits, learning their stories, and lifting their moods through rhythm games full of charm and challenges!

Why similar: Rhythm 53.6%, Emotional 14.3%, Story Rich 10.7%, Cute 7.3%, Colorful 6%

In this turn-based RPG, wield powerful legendary instruments, gather mighty riff attacks and save the land from Rick Riffson's devilish goons and musical hybrid monsters!

Why similar: Rhythm 44.5%, Fantasy 10.3%, RPG 10.2%, Story Rich 8.6%, Exploration 8.6%

The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.

Why similar: Rhythm 90.2%, RPG 3.6%, Colorful 2.4%, Cute 2.2%, 2D 1.6%

Play through loads of hand-crafted fast-paced microgames based on horror tropes, explore the world of the afterlife and help the skelebros live their death to the fullest.

Why similar: Rhythm 42.6%, RPG 14.9%, Exploration 11.1%, Stylized 9.3%, Story Rich 8.7%

Something is wrong with the heart of magic. Play a young archivist venturing out into a dying world, cataloging its mysteries and its wonders to unearth the truth. Nanotale is the new adventure from the Typing Chronicles franchise and the spiritual successor to the acclaimed Epistory.

Why similar: Narrative 33.9% ★, RPG 15.2%, Exploration 13.9%, Story Rich 13.3%, Fantasy 9.6%

Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.

Why similar: Rhythm 49%, Story Rich 10.7%, Exploration 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Cute 7.3%

Dreamed Away is an emotional action-adventure RPG with psychological horror elements. Play as Théo, a boy lost in a dark, mysterious world. Explore a unique reality, duel against darkness in a unique, fast paced combat system and mind your choices.

Why similar: JRPG 29.5%, Story Rich 12.6%, RPG 12.2%, Emotional 9.7%, Exploration 9.3%

A modern turn-based deckbuilding JRPG involving party synergy for attacks that features unique pixel art and chiptune music!

Why similar: JRPG 29%, Lore-Rich 19.1%, RPG 11.3%, Exploration 8.9%, Anime 8.7%

A 2D action-adventure where the story unfolds by tuning the stage with music. A play by Aleph and Liora, who have lost their memories. A beautiful yet eerie stage, and the secret of the forgotten theater await. Your choices will determine the play's ending — and their fates.

Why similar: Rhythm 38.9%, Lore-Rich 17.2%, Emotional 11.1%, Story Rich 9.3%, Fantasy 8.7%

Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the history of a mysterious system. The stage is set. Will you step up and play your role?

Why similar: Rhythm 66.2%, Anime 7.6%, Cute 6.2%, Story Rich 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%

You awaken in the Forest of Silver Shallots, setting out to uncover the secret of the Morphean Paradox. Above, factions weave their schemes; below, the black mist hides a swelling undercurrent. Time never stands still, and truth wears many faces. Not everyone can return to their fate…

Why similar: JRPG 36.2%, Story Rich 12.8%, RPG 10.8%, Fantasy 9.5%, Stylized 9.2%

A bitter RPG where every enemy has their own unique minigame, and where there are two sides to every soul: Main and Invert!

Why similar: Story Rich 20.7%, RPG 20.5%, Exploration 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Lore-Rich 7.9%

Spark Ignites - A pixel fantasy RPG where the Star God's Blessing grants one wish each century. Orphan Ash and Clover uncover its bloody truth during their pilgrimage. Holding a world-changing secret, will you steal divine power or defy the gods? Every choice writes a new ending.

Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, RPG 19.9%, Story Rich 10.6%, Emotional 6.7%, Fantasy 6.3%

Jack Move is a JRPG that features a unique blend of gritty cyberpunk story telling, turn based battles and beautiful modern pixel art. Take on the role of Noa, a vigilante hacker who is thrust into a world of murder, kidnapping and dark research after her father goes missing.

Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Dystopian 12.6%, Story Rich 11.5%, RPG 11%, Anime 9.1%

Set out on an adventure that challenges all the codes of the RPG genre, toying with its boundaries to create something unlike anything you've ever seen. In a world full of magic and adventure, a young boy starts his apprenticeship to become a knight... And it will change his life... and yours.

Why similar: JRPG 41.7%, Exploration 13.9%, Story Rich 13.6%, RPG 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

ANNO: Mutationem is an action-adventure game with RPG elements set in a cyberpunk world, featuring a unique mix of pixelated 2D & 3D graphic style with a rich, dark and bizarre plot.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 20.7%, RPG 17.3%, Story Rich 12.6%, Stylized 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

In this turn-based RPG musical, join Cadence as she recruits an ensemble of musicians on her quest for stardom. Experience turn-based combat like never before, where each battle is a musical performance with evolving combat conditions and genre-bending mashup attacks!

Why similar: JRPG 35.3%, RPG 19.7%, Stylized 16.4%, Story Rich 12.7%, Fantasy 8.8%

Hailing From the Abyss is a rhythm game with a unique duel setup. Beat powerful enemies in rhythmic battles by using consumables, acquiring power-ups, and skill. Guide Suri while she faces her past memories in style and rhythm!

Why similar: Rhythm 53.7%, Anime 9%, Fantasy 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Cute 6.3%

Draw spells on your screen as the Nekomancer! Swap between the realms of life and death, revive ghosts, and uncover Tombstone Tower's haunting truth!

Why similar: Stylized 23.9%, Story Rich 20.1%, Fantasy 15.1%, Emotional 14.9%, Colorful 11%

A narrative detective game blended with supernatural elements. Play as a rookie investigator, discover vital clues in every case, dive into unscripted interrogations and uncover truths that break minds. But with each revelation, the world feels... less human.

Why similar: Story Rich 27.2%, Anime 20.6%, RPG 19.2%, Exploration 14.7%, Adventure 8.4%

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: Narrative 50.7% ★, RPG 14.1%, Story Rich 12.6%, Exploration 9.6%, Fantasy 9.1%

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: JRPG 29.3%, Lore-Rich 17.9%, RPG 12.3%, Story Rich 10.6%, Exploration 9.8%

Become symphonic in Narita Boy! A radical action-adventure as a legendary pixel hero trapped as a mere echo within the Digital Kingdom. Discover the mysteries behind the Techno-sword, lock swords with the corrupt and tainted Stallions. Save the world!

Why similar: Lore-Rich 26.6%, Emotional 17%, Story Rich 12.9%, Exploration 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, Lore-Rich 17.8%, RPG 12.5%, Story Rich 10.2%, Exploration 9%

An emo-inspired narrative rhythm game exploring growing pains, addiction, romance and music. Scream with Ash as he makes the transition from baby bat to elder emo, guide him through his crash outs and help him navigate his (teenage) dirtbag life through music.

Why similar: Rhythm 51.2%, Emotional 11.4%, Story Rich 10.7%, Stylized 10.2%, Anime 8.4%

Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.

Why similar: Fantasy 39.5%, RPG 25.5%, Story Rich 25%, 2D 10%

"KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE" is a rhythm game in which AI girls who were awoken after the apocalypse use special song magic to create melodies with you, in an effort to restart the world. How did the destruction happen? Why do these girls exist? All answers will be revealed...when the music stops.

Why similar: Rhythm 64.8%, Anime 12%, Emotional 9.5%, Adventure 7.2%, Story Rich 6.5%

Pluralys is a HD-2D RPG focused on exploration, comedy and intrigue. You play Elie, a young person living a peaceful life, until unexpected visitors arrive and change everything. What seems like a quiet, cozy story hides a deeper mystery and many other adventures to discover.

Why similar: JRPG 25.1%, Narrative 20.6% ★, Lore-Rich 10.4%, Story Rich 10.3%, Fantasy 9%

Bittersweet Birthday is a boss fight-only action adventure where every encounter is a unique and emotional showdown. Explore a colorful world full of endearing characters, uncover your memories, and battle your way through challenges that push skill, timing, and determination to their limits.

Why similar: Narrative 48.8% ★, Emotional 13.9%, Story Rich 11%, Exploration 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

Nocturnal Quest is a Semi-Idle Adventure RPG with 100s of spells & effects, 6 classes, 12 specializations, and countless builds. Have your teams grind gear and progress through an infinity of levels!

Why similar: PvE 33.6%, RPG 29.8%, Stylized 11.1%, 2D 10.2%, Adventure 9.1%