- #1 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,212 reviews2015
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 40.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
Why similar: JRPG 49.3%, RPG 13.8%, Anime 10.5%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Turn-Based 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct conclusion to the story started in the first chapter and is essential for any fan of the series.
- #2 The Legend of Heroes: Zero no Kiseki Kai
96% matchVery Positive91% of 626 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 28.9 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Set in the autonomous region of Crossbell, the epic RPG Zero no Kiseki: Kai, which tells the story of the Special Support Section, is now available on Steam! The Steam version features 60 fps support + high definition picture & sound for an enhanced gameplay experience!
Why similar: JRPG 53.4%, RPG 36.9%, Story Rich 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: This entry begins the Crossbell arc, maintaining the same high standard of world-building and character-driven narrative.
- #3 The Legend of Heroes: Ao no Kiseki KAI
96% matchVery Positive95% of 463 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 41.1 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Set in the autonomous region of Crossbell, the epic RPG Ao no Kiseki: Kai, which tells the story of the Special Support Section, is now available on Steam! The Steam version features 60 fps support + high definition picture & sound for an enhanced gameplay experience!
Why similar: JRPG 55.4%, RPG 34.8%, Story Rich 7.9%, Singleplayer 2%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to Zero no Kiseki and is widely considered one of the best narrative experiences in the entire franchise.
- #4 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 3rd
95% matchVery Positive95% of 2,450 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.
Why similar: JRPG 47.9%, RPG 18%, Anime 11.6%, Turn-Based 11.1%, Story Rich 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title serves as the final chapter of the Liberl arc, deepening the lore and providing closure for the cast.
- #5 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki I KAI -Thors Military Academy 1204-
94% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 67.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki role-playing game series is highly acclaimed by gamers all over the world for its elaborate character portrayals and epic storyline. The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki and The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki II have sold over 1 million copies in total.
Why similar: JRPG 40.4%, RPG 22.5%, Party-Based RPG 18.4%, Anime 7.5%, Story Rich 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: The start of the Erebonia arc, which significantly expands the scale and political complexity of the series.
- #6 Persona 5 Royal
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 125,442 reviews2022
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 32.0 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways!
Why similar: JRPG 40.9%, Party-Based RPG 24%, Anime 11%, RPG 9.5%, Visual Novel 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: It masterfully blends turn-based combat with deep social simulation, mirroring the character-focused nature of the Kiseki games.
- #7 Tokyo Xanadu eX+
94% matchVery Positive86% of 1,744 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Aksys Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Tokyo Xanadu eX+; a massive action RPG from the masters of the genre, Nihon Falcom! When high school student Kou Tokisaka encounters the nightmare realm known as the Eclipse, his world is forever changed.
Why similar: JRPG 50.2%, Action RPG 22.6%, RPG 12.6%, Anime 11.6%, Story Rich 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio as Kiseki, this game shares the same DNA of deep world-building and character bonding in a modern setting.
- #8 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III
92% matchVery Positive82% of 611 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 49.2 hrsMean: 54.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki III, which takes place in the Erebonian Empire after the end of the civil war, is now available for PC!
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, RPG 21.4%, Party-Based RPG 18.5%, Romance 6.4%, Story Rich 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: This entry refines the combat system and brings together characters from across the entire series for a massive narrative payoff.
- #9 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki II KAI -The Erebonian Civil War-
91% matchVery Positive83% of 468 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 41.0 hrsMean: 93.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki role-playing game series is highly acclaimed by gamers all over the world for its elaborate character portrayals and epic storyline. The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki and The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki II have sold over 1 million copies in total.
Why similar: JRPG 35.6%, Party-Based RPG 19.1%, RPG 18.3%, Romance 7.2%, Anime 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A direct continuation that raises the stakes and deepens the conflict established in the previous entry.
- #10 The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki
91% matchVery Positive91% of 1,671 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36.3 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki is finally coming to Steam®! The sprawling Republic of Calvard is experiencing an unprecedented economic boom brought on by post-war reparations. Here is the beginning of a new "Trails (story)".
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.6%, JRPG 18.9%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, RPG 7.8%, Visual Novel 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: The beginning of the Calvard arc, offering a more mature tone and a revamped, faster-paced combat system.
- #11 Persona 4 Golden
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 83,940 reviews2020
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.
Why similar: JRPG 42.3%, Party-Based RPG 25.7%, Anime 11.2%, RPG 9.8%, Story Rich 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: The focus on building intimate relationships with party members in a small-town setting feels very similar to the early Kiseki experience.
- #12 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
90% matchVery Positive90% of 6,836 reviews2018
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.
Why similar: JRPG 43.3%, RPG 21.2%, Action RPG 16.1%, Anime 11.4%, Story Rich 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Another Falcom masterpiece that excels at character development and exploration within a beautifully realized world.
- #13 The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki Ⅱ -CRIMSON SiN-
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 959 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 49.6 hrsMean: 50.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Witness the sins spun by jet-black and crimson-- The Kiseki saga is finally here! Kuro no Kiseki II is loaded with unique content, including a variety of new challenges throughout the Republic of Calvard.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18.9%, JRPG 18.1%, Interactive Fiction 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, RPG 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the Calvard arc with intense character-driven drama and further exploration of the series' overarching mysteries.
- #14 DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
87% matchVery Positive93% of 11,475 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 38.8%, Party-Based RPG 31.8%, RPG 12.4%, Fantasy 4.5%, Story Rich 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game represents the gold standard for traditional, high-quality turn-based JRPG storytelling and world-building.
- #15 OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
86% matchVery Positive94% of 15,937 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.
Why similar: JRPG 29.8%, Party-Based RPG 27.1%, RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based 11.9%, Anime 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a beautiful HD-2D aesthetic and a unique structure that focuses on the individual journeys of its diverse cast.
- #16 The Legend of Heroes: Sen no Kiseki IV -THE END OF SAGA-
88% matchVery Positive86% of 514 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
THE LEGEND OF HEROES: SEN NO KISEKI IV -THE END OF SAGA, the final chapter of the story-driven RPG series SEN NO KISEKI, is finally here!
Why similar: JRPG 52.8%, RPG 33%, Story Rich 7.1%, Anime 5.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: The epic conclusion to the Cold Steel arc that ties together years of character development and plot threads.
- #17 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
86% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,425 reviews2024
Dev: Rabbit & Bear StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 38%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, RPG 13.7%, Action RPG 12.3%, Anime 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to classic RPGs that captures the spirit of political intrigue and a massive, diverse cast of characters.
- #18 Chained Echoes
85% matchVery Positive89% of 7,741 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: JRPG 38.7%, RPG 25.6%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.1%, Anime 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A modern indie JRPG that features a sophisticated turn-based combat system and a gripping, mature narrative.
- #19 Tales of ARISE
84% matchVery Positive87% of 36,291 reviews2023
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 16.1 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 31.7%, Action RPG 17.6%, Anime 12.8%, RPG 11.6%, Romance 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-budget anime experience with fast-paced action and strong, evolving party dynamics.
- #20 STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
83% matchVery Positive93% of 3,839 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
Why similar: JRPG 45.4%, Action RPG 22.6%, RPG 17.3%, Fantasy 4.4%, Anime 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fantastic remake that blends classic JRPG charm with modern quality-of-life improvements and deep character systems.
- #21 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
82% matchVery Positive93% of 4,501 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
Why similar: JRPG 38.6%, Party-Based RPG 34.6%, RPG 6.4%, Turn-Based 5%, 3D 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical JRPG that rewards strategic planning, party composition, and long-term decision making.
- #22 Fate/Samurai Remnant
81% matchVery Positive91% of 6,811 reviews2023
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 14.1 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.
Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, Action RPG 21%, RPG 12.1%, Anime 11.6%, Magic 9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines deep lore and complex character interactions with satisfying action-RPG combat mechanics.
- #23 Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
82% matchVery Positive90% of 983 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Sophie" is the 1st instalment: a chance encounter between Sophie and a sentient book Plachta takes them on an adventure to recover Plachta's memories.
Why similar: JRPG 38.7%, RPG 17.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 11.1%, Cute 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, low-stakes RPG that excels at building a cozy atmosphere and rewarding exploration.
- #24 ASTLIBRA Revision
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 30,051 reviews2022
Dev: KEIZOPub: WhisperGames
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 44.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Confront time and fate in the 2D action RPG, Astlibra Revision. Explore meticulously crafted worlds, fight brutal boss battles, and upgrade your skills to take down enemies lurking around every corner.
Why similar: JRPG 43.1%, Action RPG 32.3%, RPG 15.1%, Fantasy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: An indie gem that offers a surprisingly deep and emotional story within a challenging action-RPG framework.
- #25 Sea of Stars
79% matchVery Positive89% of 14,305 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 39.7%, JRPG 37%, RPG 12.8%, Story Rich 5.4%, Fantasy 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and a charming, cohesive world that feels like a love letter to the genre.
- #26 FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
80% matchVery Positive89% of 22,290 reviews2016
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!
Why similar: JRPG 48.2%, RPG 14.4%, Romance 8.5%, Fantasy 7.8%, Turn-Based 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based journey defined by its emotional narrative and significant character growth over time.
- #27 Nayuta no Kiseki: KAI
79% matchVery Positive85% of 142 reviews2022
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Originally released in Japan in 2012, Nayuta no Kiseki is an action-packed RPG reborn as the newest member of the KAI series for Steam®!
Why similar: JRPG 35.8%, RPG 24.1%, Action RPG 23.2%, Cute 7.1%, 3D 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A spin-off from the Kiseki developers that offers a more action-oriented perspective on the series' world and lore.
- #28 Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,680 reviews2025
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 18.5 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter reimagines the first chapter of a beloved series, infusing it with enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Join Estelle and Joshua, partners bound by fate, as they unravel dark conspiracies threatening the peace of the Liberl Kingdom.
Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.1%, RPG 9.6%, Romance 8.7%
- #29 The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria-
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 969 reviews2025
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 50.0 hrsMean: 54.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The latest installment in the popular story-driven Kiseki RPG series is here! The 20th-anniversary title, The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki -Farewell, O Zemuria-, where the epic story of the continent of Zemuria takes a dramatic turn, is now available on Steam®!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.3%, JRPG 18.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, RPG 8.1%
- #30 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
78% matchVery Positive84% of 4,965 reviews2019
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 46.6%, RPG 18.4%, Anime 11.7%, Fantasy 5.3%, Cute 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a stunning Ghibli-inspired art style and a heartwarming, character-focused story that resonates with JRPG fans.
- #31 GRANDIA II HD Remaster
78% matchVery Positive85% of 2,582 reviews2015
Dev: GAME ARTS Co., Ltd.Pub: GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grandia II is back and better than ever! The classic Japanese RPG returns with enhanced visuals, new difficulty level, and features both keyboard and gamepad support!
Why similar: JRPG 57.2%, RPG 20.5%, Anime 6.8%, Turn-Based 5%, Fantasy 5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure-focused RPG known for its excellent turn-based combat system and memorable character cast.
- #32 THE LEGEND OF HEROES: HAJIMARI NO KISEKI
77% matchVery Positive83% of 1,071 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
Median: 52.5 hrsMean: 94.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The empires of Zemuria have narrowly managed to escape the Great Twilight, a curse that threatened to end the world, thanks to the valiant efforts of those known as heroes. This has resulted in a ripple effect of events that hurtles the series toward its thrilling conclusion.
Why similar: JRPG 30.9%, Party-Based RPG 18.6%, RPG 15%, Anime 9.1%, Turn-Based 7.4%
- #33 OCTOPATH TRAVELER 0
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,153 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 18.8 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Start from zero and discover the newest entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series. Experience a story of restoration and retribution over the divine rings—an epic saga that unfolds across the realm of Orsterra.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 34.2%, JRPG 32.6%, RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based 5.6%, Anime 5.5%
- #34 Metaphor: ReFantazio
72% matchVery Positive90% of 40,405 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 46.8 hrsMean: 56.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 28.2%, Party-Based RPG 20.5%, RPG 11.6%, Action RPG 11.3%, Anime 10.2%
- #35 Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian
73% matchVery Positive91% of 857 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 31.1%, JRPG 30.6%, RPG 13.5%, Anime 9.7%, Female Protagonist 8.8%
- #36 The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
75% matchVery Positive94% of 10,221 reviews2014
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
Why similar: JRPG 51.9%, RPG 12%, Anime 10.7%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Female Protagonist 6.4%
- #37 Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
73% matchVery Positive94% of 2,529 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.5 hrsMean: 64.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.
Why similar: JRPG 34.8%, RPG 13.6%, Anime 12.3%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Turn-Based 10.1%
- #38 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
74% matchVery Positive91% of 3,137 reviews2020
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.7 hrsMean: 68.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Why similar: JRPG 37.3%, RPG 30.3%, Anime 10.3%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Romance 4.5%
- #39 Fate/stay night REMASTERED
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,307 reviews2024
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 47.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Seek the root of the Fate franchise. Return to where it all began.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.2%, Anime 20.7%, Magic 14.6%, Romance 12.2%, Story Rich 8%
- #40 Persona 3 Reload
71% matchVery Positive94% of 54,437 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 42.5 hrsMean: 58.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.
Why similar: JRPG 35.4%, Party-Based RPG 30.5%, RPG 10.8%, Anime 10.3%, Visual Novel 9.2%
- #41 WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,330 reviews2023
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 62.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A tale told with vivid colors and rich sound in a classic TYPE-MOON visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.5%, Anime 18.7%, Magic 18.3%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #42 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
73% matchVery Positive95% of 5,775 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
Why similar: JRPG 45.5%, RPG 13.2%, Anime 12.8%, Turn-Based 8.6%, Romance 5.9%
- #43 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
72% matchVery Positive91% of 2,419 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.0 hrsMean: 74.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!
Why similar: JRPG 36.7%, RPG 25.7%, Anime 11.2%, Turn-Based 10.4%, Romance 7.2%
- #44 Granblue Fantasy: Relink
70% matchVery Positive90% of 51,186 reviews2024
Dev: Cygames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 33.8 hrsMean: 76.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Why similar: JRPG 33.4%, Action RPG 23.1%, Anime 13%, RPG 9.1%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #45 DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS
68% matchVery Positive93% of 28,542 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 30.0 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms
Why similar: Action RPG 52.5%, RPG 28.8%, 3D 11.2%, Story Rich 6.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #46 Tales of Xillia Remastered
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 452 reviews2025
Dev: DOKIDOKI GROOVEWORKS, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Experience Tales of Xillia, remastered for the first time ever. Dive into the magnificent world of Rieze Maxia as either Jude Mathis, an aspiring medical student from the capital, or Milla Maxwell, a mysterious woman accompanied by four powerful spirits.
Why similar: JRPG 28.5%, Party-Based RPG 25.9%, RPG 16%, Action RPG 15.9%, Anime 8.7%
- #47 WitchSpring R
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,785 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 21.1 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 29.3%, RPG 14.6%, Cute 14.4%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Anime 8.2%
- #48 Magical Girl Witch Trials
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 29,650 reviews2025
Dev: AcaciaPub: Re,AER
Windows · Mac
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.6%, Female Protagonist 22.9%, Cute 17.3%, Anime 12.3%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #49 The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie
69% matchVery Positive94% of 1,143 reviews2023
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 74.0 hrsMean: 85.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Three different legends are about to unfold! Determine the fates of Rean Schwarzer, Lloyd Bannings, and the mysterious “C” in this climactic chapter of The Legend of Heroes series.
Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Party-Based RPG 29.9%, RPG 17.6%, Anime 9.9%, 3D 4.8%
- #50 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
67% matchVery Positive92% of 11,586 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 20.7 hrsMean: 41.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 47.9%, RPG 15.6%, Anime 12.1%, Turn-Based 11.6%, Story Rich 6.1%
- #51 Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition
70% matchVery Positive81% of 4,793 reviews2019
Dev: QLOCPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
Why similar: JRPG 47.9%, RPG 16.3%, Action RPG 15%, Anime 12.8%, Story Rich 3.7%
- #52 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
66% matchVery Positive89% of 3,398 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 16.3 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 24%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, Romance 13.3%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 10.6%
- #53 The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon
66% matchVery Positive93% of 553 reviews2026
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 75.6 hrsMean: 74.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
The future of an entire continent is at stake in this milestone entry in the Trails series! Explore the vast Calvard Republic with three different protagonists, nurture connections, and master powerful skills in both real-time and turn-based battles as you uncover the secrets at the core of Zemuria!
Why similar: JRPG 25.6%, Party-Based RPG 25.2%, Action RPG 16%, RPG 11.3%, Anime 7.1%
- #54 STAR OCEAN THE DIVINE FORCE
69% matchMixed67% of 2,060 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Square Enix and Tri-Ace present the latest title in the Star Ocean RPG series.
Why similar: JRPG 33.1%, Action RPG 23.2%, RPG 13.7%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Anime 8.4%
- #55 Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
68% matchMixed64% of 3,130 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.1%, JRPG 24.3%, Action RPG 14.8%, Anime 7.9%, RPG 7.9%
- #56 Trials of Mana
67% matchVery Positive91% of 5,646 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Why similar: RPG 34.2%, JRPG 27.8%, Action RPG 15.5%, Anime 8.6%, Party-Based RPG 4.9%
- #57 Fate/hollow ataraxia REMASTERED
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 913 reviews2025
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 53.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Relive the four days of destiny...
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.7%, Anime 23.8%, Cute 16.8%, Magic 14.9%, Story Rich 3.9%