Games Like Tales of ARISE

Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.

Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Anime 22.2%, RPG 8.7%, Action RPG 8.5%, Open World 6%

Why You'll Like It: It shares Tales of ARISE's party-based real-time combat, skit-heavy storytelling, and emotionally driven cast, but leans darker and more revenge-focused.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!

Why similar: JRPG 42%, Anime 17.9%, RPG 12.3%, Action RPG 11.5%, Story Rich 5%

Why You'll Like It: Another standout Tales game, it offers the same mix of action combat, party banter, world-spanning adventure, and strong character arcs.

In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.

Why similar: JRPG 37.7%, Anime 17.3%, Action RPG 10%, Open World 9.3%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its co-op-capable action battles, anime fantasy setting, and focus on a chosen hero's journey make it a natural follow-up for Arise fans.

Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.

Why similar: JRPG 27.5%, Anime 19.5%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 9.5%, Open World 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers similarly flashy combo-driven combat, bond-building with party members, and a polished anime story with dramatic reveals.

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 29.7%, Anime 18.2%, Action RPG 17.7%, RPG 6.9%, Fantasy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish real-time combat, party synergy, anime visuals, and questing across beautiful fantasy zones feel very close to Arise's moment-to-moment appeal.

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 37.4%, RPG 15.8%, Anime 15.6%, Action RPG 12.1%, Story Rich 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: It matches Arise well on energetic combat, likable party members, exploration, and a story that grows more emotional as it unfolds.

Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.

Why similar: JRPG 35.8%, Action RPG 21.5%, RPG 12.8%, Third Person 7.2%, Fantasy 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Like Arise, it combines cinematic storytelling with fast, flashy party combat and a polished modern JRPG presentation.

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 29.2%, JRPG 27.8%, Action RPG 13.8%, Anime 13.6%, Fantasy 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This remake captures the same accessible action-JRPG flow, colorful world, and party-driven fantasy adventure that make Arise easy to love.

While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.

Why similar: JRPG 41.1%, Action RPG 21.1%, RPG 9.8%, Anime 9.3%, Story Rich 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is a fast, character-focused action JRPG with excellent mobility, flashy combat, and a strong sense of party progression.

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 34.4%, Action RPG 19.3%, Anime 12%, RPG 11.6%, Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers colorful anime fantasy, party-based action combat, and a big adventurous journey with a similarly modern JRPG feel.

Square Enix and Tri-Ace present the latest title in the Star Ocean RPG series.

Why similar: JRPG 27.4%, Action RPG 16.7%, Anime 11.1%, RPG 9.8%, Open World 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its real-time party battles, sci-fi fantasy blend, and large explorable areas make it one of the closest non-Tales matches on Steam.

Enjoy seamless, action-packed real-time battles using a combination of sword skills, sacred arts, and your favorite SAO characters!

Why similar: JRPG 24.7%, Anime 21.8%, RPG 18.6%, Open World 14.2%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its anime action combat, party systems, romance-bond flavor, and broad fantasy environments overlap heavily with Arise's appeal.

FIRST TIME ON STEAM – Based on the PlayStation®3 port of the original GameCube game, this RPG classic is finally available for PC.

Why similar: JRPG 40.5%, Anime 16%, Action RPG 12.3%, RPG 10.6%, Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: Though older, it still hits the core Tales strengths of action combat, party chemistry, and a sweeping fantasy story about changing the world.

Take the journey, now in ultimate quality. Boasting a wealth of bonus content and supporting ultra high-resolution graphical options and HDR 10, you can now enjoy the beautiful and carefully-crafted experience of FINAL FANTASY XV like never before.

Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Open World 17.6%, RPG 12.2%, Action RPG 9.4%, Anime 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its road-trip party dynamics, real-time combat, and large-scale fantasy world give it a similar blend of spectacle and character bonding.

In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.

Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Anime 22.6%, Action RPG 17.3%, Character Customization 8.2%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: If you liked Arise's anime style and dramatic tone, this offers a darker but similarly stylish action-RPG experience with strong character themes.

CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION is a remaster of CRISIS CORE featuring updated graphics, combat systems and soundtrack. Follow the tale of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair, as he discovers the secrets of Shinra's dark experiments.

Why similar: JRPG 36.8%, Action RPG 21%, RPG 13.2%, Third Person 6.4%, Fantasy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: It pairs flashy action combat and emotional storytelling with a polished anime-influenced presentation that should land well with Arise fans.

2026, Sword Art: Origin, a new VRMMORPG has emerged. Kirito meets a mysterious NPC and receives a cryptic message. This game is definitively not the same as the one he escaped years ago…

Why similar: JRPG 28.9%, Anime 28.6%, Open World 14.9%, RPG 12.6%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers real-time party combat, lots of gear and progression, and a strong 'anime MMORPG world brought to life' vibe that Arise players often enjoy.

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 44.2%, Action RPG 17.7%, Anime 16.6%, RPG 9.6%, Story Rich 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This blends fast party-based action, social bonds, and anime storytelling in a way that feels surprisingly close to Tales-style progression.

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: JRPG 22.2%, RPG 16.9%, Hack and Slash 14.9%, Open World 12.5%, Anime 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its fluid action combat, emotional sci-fi fantasy story, and striking art direction make it a great fit if Arise's mood and polish stood out to you.

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 43.8%, Action RPG 19.3%, RPG 14.3%, Anime 6.5%, Story Rich 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its real-time party combat, fantasy-meets-sci-fi setting, and classic JRPG adventure structure line up well with what Arise does best.

The upgraded prequel of NieR:Automata. A kind young man sets out with Grimoire Weiss, a strange talking book, to search for the "Sealed verses" in order to save his sister Yonah, who fell terminally ill to the Black Scrawl.

Why similar: JRPG 33.8%, Story Rich 12.1%, Anime 11.9%, RPG 11.5%, Action RPG 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It leans more melancholic, but its action combat, memorable companions, and emotional fantasy narrative make it a strong thematic match.

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Anime 16.8%, RPG 13%, Open World 12.3%, Action RPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is a lighter-toned but similarly accessible action JRPG with party combat, a colorful world, and a strong adventure-story rhythm.

An action RPG based on Chinese art style, as the 7th lineal sequel of this series, it earns a lot of anicipations. Better gaming experience than any of its previous episode will be brought to all the players.

Why similar: Action RPG 22.6%, RPG 22.6%, Open World 15.8%, Story Rich 9%, Female Protagonist 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its third-person action combat, story-heavy fantasy setting, and cinematic character drama make it a good pick for Arise's narrative-action balance.

.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection.

Why similar: JRPG 37.2%, Anime 18.8%, Action RPG 13.5%, RPG 12.4%, Story Rich 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It scratches a similar itch with anime storytelling, action combat, party customization, and a long-form character-focused journey.

Play as Yuma Ilvern and stop the Empire from exploiting the power of the ancient dragons, including the soul of the Shining Dragon within you. With the help of your friends, realize your destiny, save Astoria, and unleash the strength you’ve always had locked away.

Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, Anime 19.7%, Action RPG 14.6%, RPG 12.8%, Hack and Slash 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its anime fantasy setting, party combat, and bond-building systems give it a familiar Tales-adjacent flavor even if it is rougher around the edges.

The Dragon Ball RPG of your dreams! For the first time, you can play the rest of the story. Step into the universe of Dragon Ball Z in all its iconic glory and become the hero you were always meant to be!

Why similar: Anime 20.1%, RPG 16.3%, JRPG 15.8%, Open World 14.6%, Action RPG 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more shonen-focused, it shares Arise's anime spectacle, action-RPG combat, character scenes, and semi-open exploration structure.

Caught in the middle of a divine clash of epic proportions that has left gigantic weapons towering over the landscape, Cyan and newfound allies Elise and Zantis set out on a quest to save the world…and defy the gods. Claim your fate in this fantastical adventure inspired by classic JRPGs.

Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, Action RPG 16.9%, Anime 13.8%, RPG 11%, Fantasy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is a lighter, more old-school take on party-based action JRPG combat, but it preserves the same fantasy-adventure feel and teamwork focus.

Developed in cooperation between Square Enix and Team NINJA (Koei Tecmo Games), STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is a hard-core action RPG that takes the FINAL FANTASY series in a new direction. Experience the boldest and most merciless battles in FINAL FANTASY history.

Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Action RPG 23.4%, RPG 13.9%, Third Person 8.4%, Fantasy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: If Arise's combat mattered most to you, this offers another satisfying, ability-driven action RPG with a party framework and dramatic fantasy stakes.

Eternights is a dating action game where you try to make the most out of life during the apocalypse. Monday: Go on a date. Tuesday: Clear dungeon. Friday: Freak out! The clock is ticking!!

Why similar: JRPG 28.5%, Anime 24.5%, Action RPG 16%, Romance 12.7%, Hack and Slash 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This combines anime-style action combat with relationship-building and a character-driven apocalyptic story, echoing Arise's blend of battles and bonding.

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 34.9%, Action RPG 17%, Anime 17%, RPG 16.9%, Action 6.5%

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 35.3%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 10.4%, Anime 8.5%, Romance 8.2%

The all-new Action-RPG, ONINAKI tells the story of one Watcher on a journey to protect Life, after Death.

Why similar: JRPG 35%, RPG 21.5%, Anime 17.3%, Action RPG 13.5%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers fast action combat and a serious story with emotional themes, making it a good fit for players who liked Arise's dramatic edge.

Tales of Berseria returns with enhanced playability and quality-of-life enhancements! Join Velvet on her journey for vengeance, along with her cast of eccentric companions, as they sail through the archipelago which comprises the kingdom of Midgand.

Why similar: JRPG 34.8%, RPG 17.5%, Action RPG 16.6%, Anime 15.2%, Action 6.9%

Take on the role of Kirito, the hero of the popular Sword Art Online anime series, and explore a fantasy world alongside attractive companions! Take down tough enemies in strategic battles and communicate with your companions in real time!

Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Anime 25.7%, RPG 16.3%, Open World 7.4%, Action RPG 4.5%

Experience an original story where you are the protagonist in the world of Gun Gale Online. Create your own avatar and explore devastated lands while experiencing exciting third person shooting in this action RPG.

Why similar: Anime 29.5%, JRPG 25.7%, RPG 11.9%, Open World 11.3%, Character Customization 6.9%

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.

Why similar: Anime 27.7%, Open World 26.5%, RPG 11.1%, Story Rich 8%, Third Person 7%

Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here!

Why similar: Anime 28%, JRPG 25.6%, Action RPG 8.5%, Character Customization 8.5%, Hack and Slash 6.8%

An epic adventure awaits, where you and your chosen partners explore a post-apocalyptic world, face fierce battles against powerful enemies, and uncover an epic story that transcends time.

Why similar: JRPG 26%, Action RPG 18.5%, Anime 18.4%, RPG 13.2%, Character Customization 6.8%

Enter the VRMMO world of the much-loved anime SWORD ART ONLINE! In Alfheim Online, a world of fairies and magic, you become the hero of the series, Kirito, and together with your wondrous friends try to conquer the floating land of Svart Alfheim.

Why similar: JRPG 24.2%, Anime 22.8%, RPG 17.3%, Open World 13.3%, Fantasy 6.2%

History, legend, and sci-fi collide in the latest chapter of the Fate/EXTRA saga! Join 26 Heroic Spirits from all across time as they hack and slash their way across the battlefields of SE.RA.PH, a digital realm for the last survivors of Earth.

Why similar: Anime 44.9%, JRPG 18.3%, Hack and Slash 8.6%, RPG 7.7%, Action 6.5%

Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.

Why similar: JRPG 31.3%, Open World 13.8%, RPG 11.8%, Anime 8.1%, Fantasy 7.7%

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 30.9%, Action RPG 16.8%, Anime 13.7%, RPG 11.8%, Third Person 6.1%

Engage in a core roleplaying experience, and forge the destiny of a new world seeping with magic, and filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become part of a living, evolving world - influence its course and shape your story.

Why similar: Open World 21.1%, RPG 19.5%, Action RPG 10.1%, Character Customization 8.9%, Story Rich 7.4%

Explore uncharted islands, engage in fast-paced action combat, and experience the high seas adventures of unlikely allies Adol and Karja in Ys X: Nordics!

Why similar: JRPG 27.3%, Action RPG 15.5%, Open World 10.4%, RPG 7.2%, Third Person 6.2%

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: JRPG 25.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, Anime 13%, Open World 12%, RPG 8.6%

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

Why similar: JRPG 32.9%, RPG 19.8%, Character Customization 11.1%, Fantasy 8.8%, Action 7.1%

“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 33.6%, Anime 17%, Action RPG 16.7%, RPG 9.6%, Magic 6.9%

In the third game in the dark samurai action RPG series Nioh, you will need to use both Samurai and Ninja combat styles in your battles against formidable yokai as you explore a thrilling open field.

Why similar: Action RPG 20.8%, Open World 16.7%, JRPG 14%, RPG 11%, Third Person 7.9%

For when I weep, then I am strong. Battle through Purgatory as Rei to help save her sister in this Action RPG. Switch freely between four playable characters, and uncover each one of their pasts to see the sorrows they have endured.

Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, Anime 23.1%, RPG 13.4%, Action RPG 8.3%, Female Protagonist 8%

Tales of Graces f is back with a beautiful and easier-to-play version! The game also includes Lineage and Legacies, an after-story to the main scenario!

Why similar: JRPG 32.1%, Action RPG 17.3%, Anime 16.2%, RPG 12.5%, Fantasy 7.4%

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 46.9%, Anime 20.9%, RPG 11.7%, Story Rich 8.4%, Romance 4.4%

Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!

Why similar: JRPG 33.8%, Anime 22.6%, RPG 8.4%, Action RPG 8.3%, Hack and Slash 7.6%

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 26.2%, Anime 13.3%, Action RPG 11.4%, Romance 10.5%, RPG 10%

"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: JRPG 25.5%, Action RPG 13.4%, Anime 13.2%, Open World 11.3%, RPG 7.1%

Break Nyx’s curse and guide humanity's rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG from the creators of CrossCode. Battle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.

Why similar: JRPG 25.9%, Action RPG 17.9%, Anime 11.3%, RPG 10.7%, Open World 8.3%

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 39.3%, RPG 27.1%, Anime 17.3%, Story Rich 7.3%, Romance 3.7%

The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping the city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant, expansive world in this standalone entry of the FFVII remake trilogy.

Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, Action RPG 15.6%, Open World 14.6%, RPG 11.2%, Story Rich 5.3%

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Kiseki series, a story-driven RPG that began in 2004, the landmark first installment, The Legend of Heroes: Sora no Kiseki FC (First Chapter), is receiving a full remake!

Why similar: JRPG 31.9%, Action RPG 17.5%, Anime 12.8%, RPG 11.6%, Romance 7.6%

Save the world or the life of one girl... I decide my destiny! The world was once ruled by the Nightｌord. In that world lived a Saint, destined to become a sacrifice to the Nightｌord, and a Holy Knight, with the power to use Servans. Take your Servans and fight accross "The Land Without Night" for the one you love!

Why similar: JRPG 36.1%, Anime 17.2%, RPG 11.2%, Hack and Slash 8%, Story Rich 7.6%

An epic dark fantasy where fates are decided by mighty Eikons and the Dominants who wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a tragic warrior who swears revenge on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, a mysterious entity that leaves naught but calamity in its wake.

Why similar: JRPG 31.1%, Action RPG 21.3%, RPG 8.7%, Fantasy 8.6%, Story Rich 8.5%