Games Like Pale Echoes

Fight horrific enemies and utilize powerful spell fusions to overcome the cruel fate of mages and see the light of freedom.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21%, JRPG 18.2%, RPGMaker 17.3% ★, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Female Protagonist 10.4%

Amber Throne is a turn-based JRPG-styled game about a girl in a desert world beneath a mysterious floating castle, and her quest to reach it.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.3%, RPGMaker 18.3% ★, JRPG 16.9%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, RPG 8.8%

With a style inspired by Earthbound and Final Fantasy 3, The Princess' Heart features up to 15 hours of epic fantasy gameplay. Follow Princess Aerin on a quest to defeat her demons, both literal and metaphorical, in this light-hearted tale of hope and love.

Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Party-Based RPG 18.7%, JRPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%, Female Protagonist 7.1%

Join Cram, Cronos, Retla, and Esty as they discover the secrets behind the great ruins that lie beneath their feet in this combo-based, action packed indie RPG!

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, Party-Based RPG 24.6%, JRPG 20.3%, RPGMaker 7.5% ★, Anime 6.1%

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 25.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Exploration 10.3%, RPG 8.8%

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 22.2% ★, Turn-Based 14.2%, JRPG 12.3%, RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%

A JRPG style fantasy game reminiscent of SNES classics. Guide Madilyn, Hiro and Winter as they embark on an epic quest to save Spyria from the mysterious LEGION.

Why similar: JRPG 28.2%, Party-Based RPG 17.4%, Female Protagonist 13%, RPGMaker 11.8% ★, RPG 9.7%

A mysterious plot about a film student who finds herself lost in the world of the dead, the Posthumous Lands. Alongside a purple-haired woman, Coralina must decipher Human Alchemy in this retro adventure with cinematic touches!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.3%, Puzzle 15.6%, Exploration 14.9%, RPG 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

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 25.8%, Post-apocalyptic 22.5%, Female Protagonist 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Story Rich 9.5%

Melrose is trapped in a life of hardship. She can find no one who understands her. To cope with her sorrow, Melrose turns to her imagination. Sadly, dreams must end... But not today. Melrose is about to meet her godmother and discover that the land in her dreams is real and in trouble.

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.5%, JRPG 18%, RPGMaker 12.1% ★, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Female Protagonist 7.4%

Explore Gensokyo from an outsider's perspective in this old-school Touhou DRPG!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.3%, JRPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, RPG 6.7%

A young girl with a hidden past sets off on an epic and mysterious journey in hope of learning more about her own origins in this beautifully rendered, classic-style RPG adventure.

Why similar: RPGMaker 23.5% ★, JRPG 21.5%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, RPG 11%, Anime 9%

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: RPGMaker 22.5% ★, JRPG 16.4%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Anime 9%, RPG 8.5%

Rocket of Whispers is an award-winning post-apocalyptic adventure that follows two survivors on a journey to launch a space burial for the lost souls of their desolate world. Help them search the snowy wasteland for supplies and the courage to say goodbye.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 18.9%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Puzzle 11.5%, Exploration 11.4%, Anime 10.7%

In the barren wasteland on the brink of extinction, the last Train departs, supposedly carrying its passengers in search of a place where they can survive. A creature named Eilf boards the Train, determined to travel to Spring - the station that has been said to have vanished.

Why similar: RPGMaker 29.1% ★, Exploration 17.2%, Story Rich 13.4%, RPG 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%

Two siblings; Oliver and Penello, answer their dying Grandma's wish and make their way to Phren Village. A seemingly peaceful village filled with tranquility. But on the inside, It is a village void of hope and on the brink of succumbing to despair and darkness.

Why similar: JRPG 31%, Female Protagonist 16%, Linear 12.8%, Anime 9.6%, RPG 9%

Create a party, layer on new classes, and uncover the mystery behind the seeming reappearance of a long-gone city in this classicly-styled RPG.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.1%, JRPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Old School 10.8%, RPG 6.3%

Welcome to a world in which dragons are born from the desires of mankind. Each dragon is bestowed with unique powers in accordance with the specific desires of their human familiar. One mysterious stranger travels the land, accompanied by a young dragon graced with the power of eating lies.

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.6%, Party-Based RPG 19.7%, JRPG 14.2%, RPGMaker 13.7% ★, Female Protagonist 7.5%

A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.2%, RPGMaker 18% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, RPG 10.4%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

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: Party-Based RPG 18%, JRPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Linear 8.4%

Master a totally unique puzzle-battle system in this 16-bit, JRPG-inspired adventure featuring an epic story, charming characters, stunning pixel art, and epic music. Follow a grand story set in the mysterious Ocean's End islands full of lost memories, ancient ruins, pirates, treasures, and frogs.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.4%, JRPG 22.8%, Puzzle 8.8%, RPG 7.1%, Story Rich 6.2%

Wanda is a minimalist story-rich puzzle about two robotic lifeforms finding happiness, companionship and hope in a lonely post-apocalyptic world.

Why similar: RPGMaker 42.7% ★, Puzzle 21.6%, RPG 14.7%, Story Rich 12.8%, Adventure 4.4%

Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.1%, JRPG 20.9%, RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Party-Based RPG 8.2%

A hand-drawn story exploration game set 300 years after the apocalypse. You play an archaeologist named Professor Zay, joined by her companion, ARORA, a centuries-old AI capable of recreating human memories from scanned relics.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 47.1%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Story Rich 14.6%, Adventure 12.4%, Indie 4.6%

Alice Andersson, a world-renowned scholar, faces a dilemma of grand proportions when her mother falls gravely ill. No traditional cures have been able to save her; not even the most unconventional methods have worked! Join her as she discovers the legend about the Elohim Cube, a mystical artifact that might be their only hope.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.5%, Female Protagonist 19.3%, Linear 15.1%, RPGMaker 13.2% ★, RPG 11.1%

The story of two protagonists as they rebuild their hometown and seek the hidden truth. Engage in timeline-based command battles and enjoy the easy-to-learn yet deeply engaging synthesis. Plus, take on shop management, explore random dungeons, and more!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.9%, JRPG 24.5%, Exploration 12.5%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, RPG 8.9%

Prevent a world-ending Calamity your way! A player-driven old-school RPG inspired by both the Japanese and western classics of the 80s and 90s.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.3%, JRPG 27%, RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%, Exploration 6.2%

A console-style RPG featuring a colorful cast of characters, unique battle and level-up systems, quick 2D platforming action, and an original, fantastical story about friendship, faith, and finding your place in the world.

Why similar: JRPG 23.6%, Turn-Based 21.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Story Rich 6.3%

Explore a vast, open world - evade or defeat its monsters, arm yourself with knowledge and equipment, unravel layer upon layer of secrets, and ultimately confront the very magic threatening to destroy everything.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.4%, Exploration 16.7%, Puzzle 13.4%, Old School 11.3%, RPG 11.3%

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 51.5%, Anime 13.5%, Exploration 12.7%, Story Rich 9.7%, RPG 9.6%

”Echoes of the heart" can be heard the moment each other's paths intertwine. "Echo" is an action RPG with a perfectly sized storyline and a unique progression system. The story begins with Lin, a young, solo adventurer. Many secrets lie within a closed off forest. Can you hear that faint voice?

Why similar: JRPG 27.4%, RPGMaker 21.6% ★, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Anime 10.4%, Puzzle 9.4%

A post-apocalyptic adventure game from the publisher that brought you Primordia, Gemini Rue and Technobabylon! A young woman stricken with a deadly plague searches for a cure in a hostile world.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 33.2%, Female Protagonist 26.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Adventure 7.5%, Story Rich 7%

A turn-based RPG where you play as Lelie, a woman who uses the power of Dowsing to help people find things they've lost. One day however, Lelie's power gets her and her friend into a dangerous situation that they must work together to overcome.

Why similar: RPG 27.8%, Anime 21%, JRPG 17.3%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, RPGMaker 12.5% ★

为了亲眼去看看那名孤独的女性和传说中的蔷薇花园，莉亚开启了她的旅程。

Why similar: RPGMaker 24.4% ★, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, RPG 15.1%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Anime 7.9%

Follow in the Legendary Hero's footsteps in a traditional, turn-based JRPG. Gather companions, explore the world, and ascend the throne!

Why similar: JRPG 21.5%, Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Old School 9.1%, RPG 7.1%

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: Turn-Based Combat 23.6%, JRPG 20.2%, Party-Based RPG 19.9%, Story Rich 9.8%, Post-apocalyptic 9.3%

A turn-based retro-inspired RPG you can complete over the weekend. Perfect your timing in combat, uncover secrets, and interact with a rich world and its characters in a gripping story told from two perspectives.

Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%, Linear 10%, Exploration 8%

In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.

Why similar: Turn-Based 40.4%, RPG 25.7%, Female Protagonist 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, JRPG 9.4%

Labyrinthine Dreams is a short puzzle game about overcoming the scars of the past and following the right path, even in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Why similar: RPGMaker 50.3% ★, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Adventure 14.1%, Puzzle 11.1%, Indie 6.6%

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

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.9%, JRPG 24.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Anime 9%, Story Rich 7.2%

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 54.1% ★, Anime 13.5%, RPG 10.2%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Adventure 4.6%

This is a story puzzle RPG. Lead the Main character Hiber, who woke up from the snowstorm with no memory, on a journey home to find his memories, stop the snowstorm in this city, and the farewell and parting with the important thing——

Why similar: RPGMaker 26.7% ★, Puzzle 14%, Exploration 13.2%, RPG 11%, Story Rich 9.4%

The peaceful Realm of Dreams is about to be consumed by a terrible and maleficent nightmare. You must venture into the darkness and battle fearsome literary foes such as Hyde, the Headless Horseman and Dracula. Join Lily on a sugar-coated adventure about inner strength with a dark interior.

Why similar: Turn-Based 18.5%, JRPG 14.6%, RPGMaker 14.2% ★, Party-Based RPG 13.9%, Female Protagonist 8.5%

In a society where having the last word means having power over others, a small party is disrupted by a gentleman who politely issues orders via one-way intercom.

Why similar: RPG 30.3%, RPGMaker 17.6% ★, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Adventure 10.6%, JRPG 10.1%

Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.6%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, RPG 15.6%, Exploration 5.8%

Clinging to the memory of her vanished sisters, an isolated woman wanders a dying reality.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.9%, Exploration 22%, Story Rich 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Puzzle 13%

“The world you knew is already collapsed.”As an explorer in a bunker, explore a new world 500 years in the future and decide its fate. You can lead the world back to doom or bring it to peace. It all depends on your choices.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 35.2%, Exploration 20.1%, RPG 18.1%, Story Rich 12.3%, 2D 8.6%

Margaret Dale crosses the galaxy in search of her lost mother, determined to solve once and for all the mysteries surrounding the destruction of Latona station.

Why similar: RPGMaker 29.5% ★, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Puzzle 10.3%, Exploration 9.6%, Story Rich 8.3%

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: Turn-Based 27.3%, JRPG 24.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Anime 8.5%, Exploration 8%

Waking up in the darkness, unable to see the sunrise, he remembered the little master carefully carried him home. The base has already fallen into ruin and there are no signs of any living people here. Where did the little master go? Is there any hope left under the doomsday?

Why similar: RPGMaker 31.9% ★, Exploration 11.9%, JRPG 11.8%, RPG 11.1%, Anime 11%

In this 16-bit style RPG, Gallow and Liza are two teenagers gifted with great powers, and that destiny seems to persist in keeping away from each other, however their feelings drive them close. Can the two of them have what it takes to preserve the world from the rise of the Blight?

Why similar: RPGMaker 42.1% ★, RPG 22.3%, Anime 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Adventure 7.9%

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: Turn-Based 40.7%, JRPG 29.9%, RPG 10.5%, Anime 7.8%, Story Rich 6.9%

This is an imitation of a JRPG with a dual system of humans and tanks. In the ruined wasteland world, humans drive chariots to hunt down various monsters and hunt down powerful wanted criminals. These people are known as 'Metal Hunters' by the world!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.2%, JRPG 18.1%, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Puzzle 6.9%

Sydney's World is a family-friendly JRPG. Game focus is on the intersecting story arcs of a young girl seeking her father and a king in search of redemption.

Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, RPGMaker 12.5% ★, Anime 9.8%, Exploration 8.9%, RPG 8.7%

16-bit RPG magic is back! Can you stop the Wastelands from spreading and overtaking the world? Play as Marcus, Bastien and Fela, 3 army conscripts with little liking for their new life, yet who find themselves engulfed in a mystery that could very well cause the demise of their nation.

Why similar: RPGMaker 30.1% ★, JRPG 26.7%, RPG 13.2%, Exploration 10%, Anime 5.6%

MAKE FRIENDS WITH GHOSTS

Why similar: RPGMaker 22.4% ★, Party-Based RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 8.6%, Exploration 8.4%

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: Turn-Based 23%, JRPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, RPGMaker 7.7% ★

Radix is a tactical RPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. With dark themes but bright characters, this fantasy tale changes depending on how you fight! Your magic can even alter the land itself. Use your timing and skill, rather than your luck, to lead your party home safely each day!

Why similar: JRPG 32.8%, Turn-Based Combat 27.3%, RPG 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Retro 6.9%

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

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.1%, JRPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Female Protagonist 8.4%, Exploration 7.1%

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: JRPG 21.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Exploration 9.5%, Story Rich 7.9%