- #1 Dras'lia
97% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Darche Maxence
Windows
An RPG with enhanced combat dynamics! QTE, group actions, and more to come! Master the eight classes, and combine powers by equipping two classes simultaneously in combat! Change freely and fine-tune your strategy!
Why similar: CRPG 27%, JRPG 23.6%, Cyberpunk 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #2 The Book of Shadows
96% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Tiny Goblin ProductionsPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
What happens when you and your girlfriend uncover a mysterious book and then accidentally activate it? Can you keep Alex one step ahead of those who want the book while at the same time figure out where am I? What does this book do? Why do these other people want it?
Why similar: CRPG 28.1%, JRPG 23.9%, RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Exploration 7.6%
- #3 Tales of Sirius
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WindField Games
Windows
《天狼星奇谭》是一款像素风格的轻解谜冒险RPG。玩家在游戏中将扮演普通高中生七叶,因一通神秘的匿名电话而起,由此踏上了寻找自己神秘失踪姐姐的冒险之旅。在游戏中七叶将与自己社团“神研部”的小伙伴们一起穿梭在城市之中,解开谜题,进行战斗,与各方势力周旋,逐渐探寻事情的真相。
Why similar: JRPG 23%, CRPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Story Rich 6.6%, Puzzle 6.3%
- #4 The Witch Doctor
95% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Valkyria GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Lua is a Witch Doctor, a mutated magician that helps those in need, though they only repay her with disdain and prejudice. As one of the last of her kind, Lua finds out a fellow magician has evil plans to ressurrect the Gigantos, she takes it upon herself to stop the rogue magician.
Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, CRPG 28.5%, RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #5 The SaGa of a lone man
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Masayuki -Garam- Sato
Windows
A tale of adventure centered around a lone man who has lost his memories, unfolding alongside the companions he meets on his journey. An HD-2D-style fantasy RPG featuring a 3D world and 2D characters. The game employs a simple command-based battle system.
Why similar: CRPG 32.7%, JRPG 24.5%, 2.5D 20.6%, RPG 9.5%, Story Rich 5.1%
- #6 The Last Seal
94% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Anima Games
Windows
When a presumed to be extinct race starts wreaking havoc, Joan and Cadel begin what will be the journey of their lives.
Why similar: CRPG 29.6%, JRPG 27%, RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%, Top-Down 5.7%
- #7 SPARK IGNITES
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ignicorvus Studios
Windows
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 23.7%, 2.5D 22.6%, Turn-Based Combat 20.3%, RPG 10.7%, Open World 7.2%
- #8 Through the Mist
92% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Old School Games
Windows
A terrible disease known as the Blight is spreading across all four corners of the world. Without a cure, he who is afflicted by it, is doomed. As the Lighwielder, Edan must now find it's origin and cause and put it to an end. He is people's last hope.
Why similar: CRPG 30.2%, JRPG 27.7%, RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, Top-Down 6.2%
- #9 The Stone of God
91% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Anima GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Dei Lapis is a legendary stone, said to have been created by the creator of the universe. The stone carries his power of ultimate creation and for generations it has been the object of pursuit of many who wished to use it's power, some for good, some for evil.
Why similar: JRPG 29.8%, CRPG 28.7%, RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #10 Crown of Light
91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Valkyria Games
Windows
Beatrice has trained her whole life for this day, even if she never imagined it would really come. Brave, naive and determined, she will face the trials of her life to fulfill her destiny.
Why similar: CRPG 30.2%, JRPG 27.7%, RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, Top-Down 6.2%
- #11 Mercurius Blue: ReCollection
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FaSPel
Windows
A cyberpunk RPG from the 00s returns in HD. In future Gaiapolis, an orphan girl named Juno hears a “call” from the past amid discarded networks. A story of encountering the mysterious AI “Prae” and choosing the future. Features a Story Mode for smooth, battle-light play.
Why similar: JRPG 26.7%, Turn-Based Combat 24%, CRPG 20.3%, Cyberpunk 19.3%, RPG 7.5%
- #12 烈山海前传之黑帝君临
89% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: 图纳密游戏
Windows
《烈山海前传之黑帝君临》拥有最多的剧情走向,每个走向都会带来不同的结局,很难有玩家能完成全部结局,敢来挑战吗?
Why similar: CRPG 28.5%, JRPG 22.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Top-Down 7.9%, Exploration 7.5%
- #13 A Heroine Story
89% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Old School Games
Windows
When a wizard comes to the village to help Victoria against a magical entity, things take a turn for the unexpected and the young mayor will have to make a decision that will change her life forever.
Why similar: CRPG 31.2%, JRPG 28.6%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Top-Down 7%
- #14 Knights of the Throne
88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Anima Games
Windows
Lasha is the leader of the Knights, a young woman of honor and strength. Deadly with a blade and pure in her heart, she will volunteer to take on a perilous path to protect the kingdom from an army of enemies never seen before.
Why similar: CRPG 30.9%, JRPG 29%, RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #15 Pinono and the magic fiddle
87% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: helomiux
Windows
Pinono, a girl who casts magic through music, sets off on a slightly free-spirited journey. In this turn-based RPG, you'll meet unique companions and explore a whimsical world. Your choices shape the story and ending, and melodies used in magic and events are procedurally generated each time.
Why similar: CRPG 25.2%, JRPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Nonlinear 9.1%, RPG 8%
- #16 救贖的奧米伽
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Azure
Windows · Mac
《救贖的奧米伽》是一款結合日常生活與奇幻冒險的JRPG遊戲。奧米伽既是初,亦是終,代表著事物的終結與新的開端,你/妳即為歐米伽,現在就去面對那個世界扭曲的深淵吧。
Why similar: CRPG 36.3%, JRPG 27%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, RPG 10.1%, Story Rich 5.5%
- #17 Realmbreaker: Awakening
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nostalgeek Productions
Windows
Step into a broken world in this classic inspired RPG. Lead three heroes through a world scarred by war and shaped by the will of ancient gods. Uncover hidden secrets, confront powerful foes, and make choices that will determine whether Edenai survives—or falls into ruin.
Why similar: JRPG 21.8%, 2.5D 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, Cyberpunk 14%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #18 Woodsy Whatnots
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chiptroid
Windows
Adventure into a mysterious wooded kingdom full of whimsical creatures. Spin smash your way through wacky monsters! Meet the colourful companions of this "Paperlike" Party Based RPG, and use their abilities to fight against villainous overlords!
Why similar: 2.5D 23.5%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, CRPG 17.5%, JRPG 12.9%, RPG 7.3%
- #19 Sunken Dragon
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pocket Game
Windows
This is a retro 8-bit pixel-style RPG. The game features turn-based combat, inviting players to explore the unknown in a fantastical world.
Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, Turn-Based Combat 20.5%, RPG 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Nonlinear 8.6%
- #20 Suikoden STAR LEAP
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
New 108 Stars, A New Tale of Runes –Suikoden STAR LEAP is an entirely new addition to KONAMI's most popular RPG series.A new story with 108 new stars, unfolding in the same world and history as the series, can be enjoyed with beautiful graphics and powerful sound.
Why similar: JRPG 21.3%, 2.5D 20.7%, CRPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, RPG 6.7%
- #21 为了姚 for yao
83% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: yaogame
Windows
This is a single player rpg game where your goal is to defeat the demon king and rescue the princess.
Why similar: CRPG 32.7%, JRPG 30.2%, RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #22 모험가 길드의 해결사: 카를로스
82% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Lord_Mhin
Windows
혹시 가위바위보 좋아하십니까? 승패의 결과는 운이 결정하겠지만 선택은 당신의 몫입니다. 공격, 방어, 스킬 중 당신의 선택이 승패를 결정합니다.
Why similar: CRPG 32.4%, JRPG 29.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, RPG 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #23 Medalla de Héroe
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Cordon`s Dream
Windows
Narrative-driven story focused on personal conflict and redemption Classic turn-based combat system Emotionally rich characters with meaningful growth Compatible with Xbox and PlayStation controllers Steam Cloud support to continue your adventure anywhere
Why similar: CRPG 34.2%, JRPG 31.7%, RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, 2D 3.8%
- #24 Astra Hunter Zosma
81% matchVery Positive98% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Torch60
Windows
A treasure-hunting RPG with a lifelong friend! Escape the Crescent Moon Tower and return to the surface world... and grab lots of treasure on the way!
Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, Puzzle 9.6%, RPG 8.9%, Top-Down 8.8%, Exploration 8.4%
- #25 Frontier Combat: Beginnings
80% match5 user reviews71% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: MMNakamuraZ
Windows
A fantasy JRPG where you build combo chains in turn-based combat, and defend against your enemy’s chains in real time!
Why similar: JRPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, CRPG 20.7%, 2.5D 15.4%, Hand-drawn 7.5%
- #26 Pixel Boy: The Legend of Tain
81% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Team Syukino
Windows
Play as Tain, as he embarks on a quest, to rescue his dear friend who has been kidnapped by an evil wizard.
Why similar: JRPG 33.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, RPG 13.8%, Open World 12.6%, Exploration 11.8%
- #27 Codex Verbra
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GZ Production
Windows · Mac
An AI-driven RPG where words and imagination become power. Summon weapons and traits, intervene in combat, and decide the fate of a world.
Why similar: CRPG 33.9%, JRPG 20.8%, 2.5D 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, RPG 7.6%
- #28 Why do I have so many younger sisters? !
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Lonewolf&Cat / 孤独な狼と猫
Windows
Why do I have so many younger sisters? ! ' is a 2D JRPG created with RPG Maker's latest work 'RPG Maker Unite'. You control brothers and sisters who have traveled from a faraway country, and go on an adventure in search of "legendary magic" in Atgard, a small country surrounded by forests.
Why similar: JRPG 35.5%, CRPG 33%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, RPG 13.2%, 2D 3.6%
- #29 Leafko
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: dysphoria
Windows
Leafko is a turn-based RPG set in a magical forest. Meet a new character in each chapter and explore dungeons overtaken over by nature.
Why similar: CRPG 27.8%, JRPG 26%, Puzzle 8.8%, RPG 8.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%
- #30 Fantasy Heroes 2
78% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: LumenPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Follow the adventures of mentalist Valentin and princess knight Anais, caught up in a race against time to stop a deadly virus. Who's behind the disease? Can your heroes find a cure and save the world? Play Fantasy Heroes 2 and find out!
Why similar: CRPG 31.2%, JRPG 27.2%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Exploration 5.9%
- #31 The Shaman Diary
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gregory CreupelandtPub: Krek entertainment
Windows
A turn-based RPG with strategic combat, character progression, and a strong narrative in a vast heroic-fantasy world... Level up, gear up, learn skills, and meet allies in an original story!
Why similar: JRPG 32.8%, CRPG 31.1%, Turn-Based Combat 24.2%, RPG 7.1%, Story Rich 3%
- #32 Kin's Chronicle
77% matchMixed69% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: flashdim
Windows
You are Kin, a slumbering imp awakened by a less-than-stellar Arcanist who wants to fix the damaged world. Use new powers granted to you by new allies to recruit monsters and travel through time.
Why similar: CRPG 22.1%, JRPG 17.4%, 2.5D 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Nonlinear 10%
- #33 World Fantasy 2
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Piero Domenico Bloise
Windows
World Fantasy 2 is a classic RPG set in a fantasy world where there is an eternal struggle between the forces of good and evil. The protagonist will travel through the game world hoping to find the four heroes who once defeated the evil.
Why similar: CRPG 40.2%, JRPG 29.5%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, RPG 8.7%, 2D 3.5%
- #34 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon.
Why similar: JRPG 23.2%, 2.5D 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 19.1%, CRPG 17%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #35 Infinite Mana
75% matchPositive80% of 35 reviews2024
Dev: Wonderlust Games
Windows
Infinite Mana is a story-based 2.5D RPG with emphasis on exploration set in the magickal world of Arukea. You are the Wanderer: Branded and without memory. Interact with unique glitch mechanics, unlock 20 different Guises with battle and field abilities, solve puzzles, craft, fish, and more!
Why similar: CRPG 21.1%, 2.5D 20.8%, JRPG 20.6%, Open World 10.2%, Story Rich 7.2%
- #36 Illusion Carnival
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,466 reviews2024
Dev: KiZ
Windows · Mac
A lost soul wanders through a whimsical, eerie pop-up book like amusement park. Dive into fun-filled stages, encounter unique characters, fend off spirit erosion, and uncover the park's hidden secrets. The enchanting yet dark Illusion Carnival begins now.
Why similar: 2.5D 27.1%, JRPG 16.8%, Hand-drawn 8.6%, Puzzle 7.9%, Cute 7.6%
- #37 ツクールシリーズ アルティエクエスト [RTA QUEST]
74% matchPositive84% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
An RPG drawn in nostalgic pixel art has appeared!Three girls set out on a journey to catch up with their hero.Get your equipment in town and prepare for powerful enemies.Dreams and adventures await you!Only Japanese is supported.Other languages are not included.
Why similar: CRPG 41.4%, JRPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, RPG 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #38 RealityMinds
75% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Yutaro TsuyukiPub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
A young aspiring soldier and a mysterious girl switch bodies. An RPG with a ripple effect that changes the minds of everyone involved.
Why similar: JRPG 34.3%, CRPG 30.5%, RPG 14.6%, Hand-drawn 9.1%, Cute 7.5%
- #39 GLITCHED
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: En House StudiosPub: Digerati
Windows · Mac · Linux
When a glitch appears in the video game world of Soren, an NPC named Gus becomes aware of you- the player. Travel together to solve the mystery of the glitch and save Gus's friends, hometown, and digital world. As the story unfolds, Gus might start to question what role you play in his world.
Why similar: JRPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, Nonlinear 16.6%, Open World 8.9%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #40 유어 블라이트
73% matchVery Positive89% of 312 reviews2022
Dev: IGNOST
Windows
'Your Blight' is a turn-based dark fantasy RPG that survives in a city sealed off by the appearance of a vampire. Survive for a limited time of 21 days. Explore the city. Meet the survivors. And uncover the secrets surrounding you and the world.
Why similar: CRPG 27.4%, JRPG 22.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Open World 7%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #41 Astria
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Specky
Windows
In Astria you'll follow two young heroes. While the one still lives, the second main character is already dead. Switch between both characters and travel throughout the world to finally be able to reunite both of them in the world of the living!
Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Turn-Based Combat 24.6%, Open World 13.5%, RPG 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #42 Lost Hellden
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Artisan StudiosPub: Kwalee
Windows
Resist your Sin. Reclaim your fate. Lost Hellden is an action JRPG from a team of genre veterans, featuring a gorgeous hand-painted 3D art style, a vast world to explore, and a unique phased battle system that blends turn-based and real-time combat.
Why similar: JRPG 29.1%, CRPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Story Rich 9%, Hand-drawn 8.2%
- #43 The Key of Rednow
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: G-G-Games
Windows
Guide Phoebe through an uncharted forest to save the dying king:Overcome dangerous foes.Explore meticulously designed maps.Meet a colorful cast of characters.Solve a variety of puzzles.
Why similar: CRPG 31.7%, JRPG 25.4%, Puzzle 8.5%, Exploration 7.9%, Story Rich 7.2%
- #44 Beyond The Tales
70% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Atomik Games
Windows
A turn-based RPG about some friends that want to discover the meaning of their existence, but if they do, the world will end. This game will break the story to enter to a surreal aftergame experience.
Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, 2.5D 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, Cartoony 7.8%, RPG 7.1%
- #45 Brave Dungeon + Dark Witch's Story : Combat
71% matchPositive88% of 42 reviews2021
Dev: INSIDE SYSTEM
Windows
Brave Dungeon is a dungeon crawling RPG adventure by indie games company INSIDE SYSTEM, creators of the Legend of Dark Witch series.
Why similar: CRPG 36.6%, JRPG 29.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, RPG 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #46 Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,388 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A hero's destiny is written in the Stars. The legendary KONAMI JRPGs Suikoden I and Suikoden II have now been remastered in HD!
Why similar: JRPG 32.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, CRPG 16.2%, RPG 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #47 Adventure Field™ Remake
71% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Wathitdew Record
Windows
A long time ago, in the fabled kingdom of Sarook, a young boy was witness to words of light filling his dreams. An evil aura had consumed and poisoned the Sarook King's soul, and the corruption swayed him to unleash an army of monsters upon his own kingdom. Relive the very start of the legend...
Why similar: CRPG 31.2%, JRPG 28.6%, RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #48 The Legend Of Lorosity
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Back2Basics Entertainment LLC
Windows
A traditional turn-based rpg following a story-driven plot with vibrant characters, and unique animations combined with fast and explosive gameplay!
Why similar: JRPG 36.6%, Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, RPG 13.2%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #49 Horst - Der Ultimatives Rollenspiel
69% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: napkinGames
Windows
This game is one but a bad way to learn german. German: Ein Rollenspiel, das versucht seine Existenzberechtigung mit schlechten Wortwitzen zu erklären.
Why similar: JRPG 35.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, RPG 13.9%, Exploration 12%, Open World 10.7%
- #50 Reborn Souls
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Eudaimon Games
Windows
As a Maiden of the Ecclesia, Sabrina is in charge of special assignments, in lands where dark magic, urban legends and folkore are all real. While investigating a new incident in one of the appeased villages, she will learn much more than she bargained for...
Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, CRPG 28.5%, RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9%, Top-Down 6.2%
- #51 Turn By Turn Villain
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PixelSlop
Windows
Embark on a whimsical adventure and play as the bad guy to save the world in this Active Time Brawling RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 28.7%, Turn-Based Combat 22.2%, Open World 11.6%, RPG 9.5%, Exploration 7.7%
- #52 ま~する -序章-
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: fourgate.net
Windows
シンプルな数式パズルによるターンベースの戦闘と、ビジュアルノベル風のストーリー進行により構成されるストーリーRPG。 全体に一本筋の進行で、プレイ時間は1時間半程度を想定しています。 進行の前半は、主人公である少女マリエルが最初の街ソーリスに到着するまでの冒険で、 マップを移動しつつ、モンスターと戦闘をしながら目的地まで向かいます。 そして、後半は、ソーリスに到着後、少年タイラーと出会い、 共同生活を始めるまでのストーリーのみの進行となっています。
Why similar: JRPG 38.9%, CRPG 20%, RPG 12.8%, Story Rich 10%, Puzzle 8.8%
- #53 schoolLife 东洋中学之异闻录
69% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: ffgdgrrr
Windows
Satirize some educational systems
Why similar: JRPG 26.6%, CRPG 20.9%, 2.5D 15.9%, RPG 13.6%, Puzzle 8.1%
- #54 Singularity RPG
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overhill Games
Windows · Mac
After an AI uprising, the town of Stamets Point is left disconnected and distressed. When Harmony, a brilliant AI researcher, vanishes, her partner Melody begins a quest to find her shaped by your choices and conversations. Singularity RPG is a game about what remains when everything else is gone.
Why similar: CRPG 30.7%, JRPG 23.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, RPG 9.5%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #55 Codex Eternal Eclipse
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mogu
Windows
Codex: Eternal Eclipse An RPG that tells a story about tragedy viewed through charming eyes. Codex is a story-rich, turn-based RPG where timing matters, and karma shapes fate.
Why similar: 2.5D 27.7%, JRPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Story Rich 8.7%
- #56 The Flame's Heir
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Mage's Hat
Windows
The Kingdom is protected by the Sacred Flame, a source of power that can only be used by the Flame's Heir. This individual comes from a very long lineage of warriors that wage an eternal war against evil. Vaynard, the son of a veteran of war, is called upon a quest he could never anticipate.
Why similar: CRPG 29.4%, JRPG 29%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #57 Within Somnia [Act Ø]
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Static Remains
Windows
[ ] is company policy. The lines begin to blur between your identity... A surreal (comedic) horror RPG with a fusion of pixel, hand-drawn, & 3D art. Fall deeper & deeper into sleep while you wait, something lies beneath the surface.
Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, 2.5D 21.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Story Rich 8%, Exploration 7%
- #58 Sparkle: Spiny's Awakening
66% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Saurus Haphela
Windows
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: CRPG 29.3%, JRPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, Open World 7.6%, Exploration 6.5%
- #59 Trailthread
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: daicreative
Windows
Trailthread is a turn-based JRPG where players weave together brand-new attacks each turn. Follow three young adventurers as they scale Anvite Mountain and tumble through time to defeat the Obsidian Drake. Use game-changing Augments to cast dynamic combos and carve your path to the summit!
Why similar: JRPG 36.2%, Turn-Based Combat 20.7%, 2.5D 19.6%, RPG 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #60 Alterium Shift
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 111 reviews2023
Dev: Drattzy Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 31.2%, 2.5D 27.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, RPG 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%