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Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire is a homage to JRPG classics! Set in the open skies, experience adrenaline-filled turn-based dogfights as you take the role of captain and unite a party of rag-tag sky pirates setting upon an unforgettable, touching journey.

Reviews: Mixed — 70% — of 69 reviews
Released: 2024-10-10
Developer: Octeto Studios
Publisher: PQube
Genres: RPG
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 1.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 2.8 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 87%

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    Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 42.1%, Story Rich 18.2%, Fantasy 14.6%, Exploration 14.1%, Adventure 7.3%

  57. #57 Heroines of Swords & Spells 2
    64% matchVery Positive94% of 273 reviews2025
    Dev: Kirillkrm
    Windows

    A game for players who adore humorous fantasy adventures. A sprawling turn-based JRPG offering 50 hours of meticulously crafted plot, engaging quests, and no unnecessary grind. Four gorgeous yet utterly misguided heroines set out on perilous yet wildly entertaining adventures.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.2%, JRPG 24.7%, Magic 13.3%, Anime 12.7%, Story Rich 10.3%

  58. #58 Night Stones
    65% matchVery Positive94% of 287 reviews2024
    Dev: Advance Nine
    Windows · Mac

    You awake in Mythica, a cozy island where magical stones change day to night. Explore winding paths or venture into the wilds with your trusty glider and sailboat. To return home, you must befriend quirky townsfolk, discover hidden treasures, master magic, and face enemies in clever puzzle combat.

    Why similar: Flight 23.7%, Emotional 14.4%, Nature 14.3%, Magic 13.5%, Fantasy 8.5%

  59. #59 Toroa: Skycall
    64% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2025
    Dev: Atawhai Interactive
    Windows

    Soar, swoop and glide across the ocean as Toroa. Fly as an albatross embarking on an epic journey back to land to reunite with their family in this relaxing, atmospheric flight game grounded in the Māori world.

    Why similar: Flight 25.9%, Narrative 18.7%, Nature 15.4%, Emotional 14.5%, Story Rich 8.5%

  60. #60 Beyond Galaxyland
    64% matchVery Positive87% of 354 reviews2024
    Dev: Sam EnrightPub: United Label
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Beyond Galaxyland is a thrilling adventure-RPG combining cosmic exploration, strategic turn-based combat, and epic boss battle events across a vast solar system. Join Doug and his gun-toting guinea pig on an exhilarating quest to save Earth, itself.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.9%, JRPG 22.4%, Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, Story Rich 9.5%, Exploration 8.8%

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