
A classic JRPG at heart, but with modern game design elements baked in, with a ton of secrets, hidden humor, easter eggs, and questionable / offensive choices to be made.
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A classic JRPG at heart, but with modern game design elements baked in, with a ton of secrets, hidden humor, easter eggs, and questionable / offensive choices to be made.

The Black Knight Chronicles - The Quest Beyond Destiny
A retro-inspired jRPG with side-view turn-based combat, puzzle-rich dungeons, and meaningful side quests. Explore a vast world, recruit allies, and uncover secrets in an epic adventure nearly twice as large as before.

Dragon Courier
Explore a vast world filled with monsters where deliveries are to be made!
A retro-inspired jRPG with side-view turn-based combat, puzzle-rich dungeons, and meaningful side quests. Explore a vast world, recruit allies, and uncover secrets in an epic adventure nearly twice as large as before.
Why similar: JRPG 25.6%, Lore-Rich 14.6%, RPG 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Exploration 6.5%
Explore a vast world filled with monsters where deliveries are to be made!
Why similar: Dragons 17.7% ★, JRPG 14.9%, Loot 12.4%, Lore-Rich 9.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
Akhena: Age of Evil is an open-world RPG where the player can explore a vast and dangerous world with a rich history rooted in gritty realism and filled with riches to discover. The story and characters are inspired by classic fantasy novels, where morality is nuanced and defined by cultural bias.
Why similar: Dragons 20.3% ★, JRPG 14.7%, Loot 13.7%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, Medieval 7.6%
Classic 90's Style Turn-Based RPG. All of the feels with minimal grind!
Why similar: Dragons 26.8% ★, JRPG 13.6%, Turn-Based 10.5%, Fantasy 7.8%, RPG 7.8%
Crop and Claw is a classic-style JRPG all about dragons. Delve into swamps, temples, and ruins and fend off flora, fauna, and unsavory dragonfolk.
Why similar: Dragons 31.2% ★, JRPG 20.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Old School 7.1%, Retro 5.9%
The Age of Dragons draws to a close, and the ever meddling Elder Dragon, Kaia, won't stop until she rights the atrocities wrought by her own kind. The forbidden resurrection is nearly at hand. What could possibly go wrong?
Why similar: Dragons 24.5% ★, JRPG 20.1%, Turn-Based 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, RPG 6.3%
Explore the vast Evaria Kingdom in this 16-bit JRPG adventure. As the fate of the kingdom hangs in balance, three warriors are tasked with finding the Starlight Relics scattered across the Forest, Mountain, Desert, and Sky Provinces. Collect the four relics in any order in this non-linear retro RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 21.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Turn-Based 8.7%, Magic 8.2%, RPG 8.2%
Welcome to the Kingdom of Riki! Viridian Sage is an epic 2D JRPG following a party of young mages fighting against the demons attacking their home. You will explore a vibrant world, engage in strategic combat, and, maybe, save the world. Grab your wand, stock your spells, and prepare for adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, RPG 9.1%, Retro 8%
The dawn of a new hero! A tale spanning a thousand years now begins to unfold!
Why similar: Dragons 31.5% ★, JRPG 19.6%, Old School 9.7%, Retro 8.4%, RPG 7.5%
Awaken, Influential One, and take action in this turn-based RPG. Command unique parties of characters throughout 6 time periods, and uncover the hidden truth of Arkar. In this RPG, strategy and exploration are key to success. Are you the one they have been looking for?
Why similar: JRPG 23%, Lore-Rich 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, RPG 11.2%, Story Rich 5.6%
A story of destiny for those with the blood of the rulers!
Why similar: JRPG 26.4%, RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Old School 10.6%, Fantasy 8.8%
Embark on an adventure of magic Talismans to save your sister from a curse!
Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Fantasy 10.5%, Old School 8.1%
A retro RPG that combines fantasy and sci-fi elements into a time-traveling adventure. Help Stenobar Floreston and his friends uncover a plot that threatens the world of Neria in two separate timelines.
Why similar: JRPG 21.7%, Lore-Rich 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, RPG 8.2%, Medieval 8.1%
Play as the Five Members of the Fourth Squadron and battle your foes using the game Adaptive Turn-based Combat System. Shape your path in a political fantasy story-driven game, and witness a tired feudal society progressively morph into something new.
Why similar: JRPG 20.8%, Dragons 16.9% ★, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Lore-Rich 12.1%, RPG 6.7%
Classic Turn-Based RPG Adventure set in a colorful fantasy world rendered in pixel graphics. Here comes a young boy with a big smile named GAI , who's destined to be the legendary MONK. Together with his companions , they will unveil the Ancient Mystery
Why similar: Dragons 28.6% ★, JRPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Lore-Rich 10%, Fantasy 6.5%
In a forgotten ancient world, this JRPG blends turn-based combat with novel-like storytelling, delivering thrilling adventures through mysteries and challenges.
Why similar: JRPG 18.6%, Loot 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Medieval 12.9%, RPG 8.7%
The world ends, and so our story begins. Return to the world of Gaia for one last adventure, one final story before it is forever lost beneath the shadows of legends.
Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 13.8%, Lore-Rich 13.2%, Exploration 9.5%
A back-to-basics RPG! A turn-based medieval fantasy game where you'll be tasked with saving the world from various threats. There are dungeons and powerful bosses to defeat. The game's main draw is undoubtedly the character development and bonding. Eight playable heroes are available at the end.
Why similar: JRPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Medieval 11%, Magic 9.5%
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: Dragons 31.7% ★, JRPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Turn-Based 8.2%, Fantasy 6.3%
Quest for a parallel universe after being reborn with the ultimate job!
Why similar: JRPG 27.2%, RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Fantasy 10%, Old School 8.4%
A quest around four kingdoms, colored by the seasons!
Why similar: JRPG 23.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.2%, Old School 10.8%, RPG 9.8%, Fantasy 9.1%
Ride a flying vehicle and restore the breeze around the world in a fantasy RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 26.4%, RPG 15%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Old School 9.1%, Fantasy 8.8%
Dragon Kingdoms: A Legend's Beginning is an RPG that seeks to recapture a long-gone era when games were more than just graphics and FMV cutscenes. It takes place on a world that has been nearly torn apart by a war that happened long ago, between thirteen races, of which only a few remain.
Why similar: Dragons 35% ★, JRPG 28.3%, RPG 16.5%, Exploration 7.7%, Fantasy 6.9%
A classic RPG where you will experience unique places, solve puzzles, fight turn-based battles and live an exciting adventure.
Why similar: JRPG 20.7%, Dragons 14.3% ★, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Medieval 10.3%, Retro 8.2%
Explore Dungeons, find loot, customize your character and face monsters! A Dungeon Crawling adventure featuring a choice based exploration and visual character customization!
Why similar: Dragons 26.3% ★, JRPG 19.3%, Swordplay 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, RPG 7.2%
A techno-fantasy JRPG inspired by the 16-bit classics. Explore Helgon, the city on the comet, uncover ancient secrets, and battle the deadly Brightlings in strategic turn-based combat as you uncover the truth behind the mysterious white portals.
Why similar: JRPG 29.6%, Lore-Rich 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, RPG 13.5%, Anime 5.2%
A classic, story-driven JRPG with a modern dice-building combat system. Level up your skills and dice, meet intriguing characters, and guide Herb on his path to become a hero!
Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Swordplay 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, RPG 9.4%, Magic 9.1%
Restore lost history in this summoning fantasy RPG! Guide Lunette, the only one who remembers the true past, as she summons forgotten heroes to fight beside her. Explore dungeons, build parties, and master strategic turn-based battles to reclaim the world’s destiny!
Why similar: JRPG 27%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, RPG 14.9%, Old School 9.8%, Fantasy 9.6%
The 16-bit cult classic RPG from 1994 returns with tons of improvements! When your peaceful kingdom is attacked on your wedding day and your wife-to-be is kidnapped, it falls to you to journey across the world and stop the terrible machines of war that threaten to lay waste to it.
Why similar: JRPG 23.8%, Lore-Rich 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, RPG 9%, Magic 6.9%
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 26.7%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Old School 9.5%, Adventure 7.4%
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 29.1%, Dragons 26.5% ★, Turn-Based Combat 18%, RPG 8.7%, Fantasy 5.3%
Alter between ages and adventure out in a fantastic RPG world!
Why similar: JRPG 29.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, RPG 16.6%, Fantasy 7.5%, Old School 6.9%
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 19.5%, Lore-Rich 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Magic 8.1%, Retro 8%
Since the fall of the Old World, new tribes and city-states have risen to power in the world of Dremid'ir. Join a quest to destroy the Godslayer, and save the world!
Why similar: Lore-Rich 12.1%, JRPG 10.6%, Retro 9.7%, Old School 9.4%, Fantasy 9%
The four elements of the world that keep it in balance are being threatened! Join Aria, Lyle, Gray, and Kaze as they journey across their world to save it from a maniacal plan set into motion by a group of devious and unpredictable villains! *Content Warning and Credits are listed in "About Game"!!*
Why similar: JRPG 23.5%, Lore-Rich 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, RPG 8.9%, Medieval 8.3%
An exciting spirit-collection RPG where you get stronger with each contract!
Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, RPG 15.4%, Old School 10.4%, Fantasy 10%
Turn based rpg, recruit allies, raise levels and battle against the conflicts of the world
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 26.1%, JRPG 24.4%, RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 13.3%, Old School 10.8%
What awaits at the end of an adventure that spans over 200 years in a fantasy RPG?
Why similar: JRPG 29.5%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Fantasy 9.6%, Old School 9.2%
Red Genie is a turn-based adventure RPG with a focus on weapon and magic variety, with the ability to swap between any one of ten equipped Weapons. This challenging game has a fantastical aesthetic and a rich soundtrack with a story found through player exploration!
Why similar: JRPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Lore-Rich 12.3%, RPG 9.5%, Magic 8.2%
Elidriel is a pixel-art JRPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. Customize characters classes and skills to fight bosses in a turn-based battle with real time mechanics. Explore a world of wonders, crafting, cooking, fishing, playing songs and mining gems to evolve your weapons.
Why similar: JRPG 24.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Lore-Rich 11%, RPG 10.4%, Turn-Based 9.8%
Crop and Claw 2 is an Adventure-RPG about dragons and plants. Build a party of dragons and embark on a quest through a new realm of the Garden.
Why similar: Dragons 38.9% ★, JRPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, RPG 6.7%, Exploration 5.8%
As if hearing some kind of call, the six former companions returned to their hometown, a mountain covered with red leaves. Here, they will explore the familiar yet strange past, approach the hidden truth, and face the secrets buried in each other's hearts.
Why similar: JRPG 25.5%, RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Magic 9.4%, Adventure 7.6%
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: Dragons 27.9% ★, JRPG 22.8%, Loot 13.3%, RPG 9.6%, Turn-Based 8.4%
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 34%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, RPG 15.8%, Magic 8.6%, Fantasy 6.7%
Play as 1 of 17 different welders in this strategic turn-based RPG! After you choose your spell, decide how you will cast it. Will it be fast? Accurate? Powerful? You've never had control like this before as you weld your way to victory!
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, Magic 12.5%, RPG 11.8%, Fantasy 9.7%
Take part in the epic sequel that unfolds nearly two decades after the events of FINAL FANTASY IV. Now enhanced for Windows PC.
Why similar: JRPG 24.8%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, RPG 9.4%, Fantasy 9.1%
The land of Alga is being plagued by a strange outbreak of monsters but all is not lost. Follow the story of our four heroes. They will need your help to fight the ever growing evil. There is fighting, romance, cute lil foxes, an old man beating people with a shield, You know, standard RPG stuff.
Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Old School 11.5%, Fantasy 8%
A semi-open world turn based RPG with detailed class-based and skill building mechanics, deep worldbuilding and lore, and genuine LGBT+ representation.
Why similar: JRPG 24.5%, Dragons 17.4% ★, Lore-Rich 16.2%, RPG 7.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
Become the Savior from the outer realm and bring everlasting peace to Kreisia in an epic fantasy RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 34.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, RPG 15.3%, Magic 8.2%, Old School 7.7%
Last Genesis: a classic-style turn-based RPG that starts with you finding a lost cat and ends with you becoming a [REDACTED].
Why similar: JRPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, RPG 9%, Magic 8.3%, Medieval 8.1%
Leave your quiet village, join the Adventurers’ Guild, and return to defend your home in a heartfelt retro fantasy JRPG with turn-based battles, class-based combat, scroll skills, and pixel-art exploration
Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, RPG 12.8%, Old School 8.9%, Fantasy 8.2%
Threads of Time is an era-spanning, turn-based RPG inspired by the timeless classics. Embark on a journey through time, gather a party of charismatic heroes from across ages, and uncover a plot that threatens to unravel the past, present and future.
Why similar: JRPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Lore-Rich 12.8%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Magic 8.3%
An everlasting story about the hero's sword with animated 3D battles!
Why similar: JRPG 27.3%, RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Fantasy 11.4%, Old School 7.6%
Will the three races join forces to defeat the ultimate enemy in a retro RPG?
Why similar: JRPG 25%, RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Fantasy 10.4%, Old School 9.1%
Pilot your Airship, prepare your party, and explore a vast World Map in 8-Bit Adventures 2 – an exciting, emotional tribute to the Golden Age of JRPGs. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!
Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Turn-Based 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Old School 9.2%, RPG 7.3%
A fantasy RPG of a tale of fighting magical girls!
Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Old School 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, RPG 11.5%, Magic 10.4%
The demon god, who maintains the order of the demon world, was attacked by several demon kings, causing a large number of demons to freely travel to the human world. Several protagonists with the ability to save the demon god gathered together and exerted their respective powers to end all of this.
Why similar: JRPG 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Dragons 12.6% ★, Lore-Rich 10.7%, Magic 10.3%
The full-scale, epic fantasy role-playing experience you've wanted for decades--Divided Reigns retains what made the JRPG classics so fantastic while still feeling fresh. Expect strategic battles, an epic scale, well-developed characters, and a deep and emotional story. Perfect for your Steam Deck!
Why similar: JRPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Old School 10.5%, RPG 8%
Shape your fate with the power of summoning in an immersive JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 28.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, RPG 16%, Fantasy 10.2%, Anime 7.7%