Games Like Temtem

Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!

Why similar: Creature Collector 24.2%, Co-op 14.5%, Collectathon 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, JRPG 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It matches Temtem's monster-catching RPG loop with exploration, fusion-driven turn-based battles, and even co-op play.

Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!

Why similar: Creature Collector 29.3%, Collectathon 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, JRPG 9.7%, PvP 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its classic creature-collector structure, elemental team building, and campaign-first progression make it one of the closest pure monster-taming alternatives.

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: Creature Collector 29.9%, JRPG 16.4%, RPG 8.1%, Cartoony 7.6%, Character Customization 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: It swaps catching for hatching and riding, but the turn-based party combat, colorful world, and companion-focused progression hit a very similar vibe.

Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.

Why similar: Creature Collector 51.5%, Turn-Based Combat 21.4%, RPG 7.9%, Colorful 4%, Anime 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a familiar tame-train-battle adventure with a big world, lots of collectible monsters, and a more modern twist on the formula.

Duel Revolution: the ultimate monster taming MMORPG. Train powerful Evo creatures for dynamic battles against other players. Customize with unique skill tree system. Play with friends in multiplayer. Available on Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.

Why similar: Creature Collector 20.5%, MMORPG 17.2% ★, Co-op 10.5%, JRPG 8.6%, Collectathon 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is one of the few other online monster-taming RPGs on Steam, emphasizing shared-world exploration, competitive battles, and building a roster.

With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.

Why similar: Creature Collector 38%, JRPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, PvP 8.6%, Anime 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: If you want lots of creatures, deep evolution paths, and strategic turn-based battles, Cyber Sleuth offers one of the richest systems on Steam.

Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.

Why similar: Creature Collector 41%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, JRPG 11%, PvP 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its 3v3 turn-based battles and heavy emphasis on team synergy, passives, and monster builds appeal strongly to Temtem's more tactical side.

Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!

Why similar: Creature Collector 70.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, RPG 10.2%, Adventure 4.8%, Anime 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is a straightforward creature-catching RPG that mirrors the classic collect-and-battle loop Temtem players already enjoy.

Gather Familiars and do turn-based battles in this atmospheric little MMO! Quickly max-out your Familiars and conquer challenging dungeons. Battle other players, or just press the "Howdy" button to greet them!

Why similar: Creature Collector 27.8%, MMORPG 24.1% ★, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, PvP 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Like Temtem, it aims for a massively multiplayer monster-collection format with turn-based combat, exploration, and PvP-minded progression.

Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.

Why similar: JRPG 16.1%, Creature Collector 16%, Multiplayer 11.5%, PvP 10.6%, RPG 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Like its sequel, it blends monster collecting, hatching, and turn-based combat into an adventurous RPG built around raising your party of companions.

Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.

Why similar: Creature Collector 28.7%, Collectathon 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, JRPG 13.4%, PvP 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Breeding, crossbreeds, and an open-ended monster roster make it a good pick if Temtem's genetics and teambuilding systems were your favorite parts.

The Digital World has run rampant with Machinedramon and is now in a state of utter chaos. As a Digidestined, it’s up to you to restore order to the world in Digimon World: Next Order, a monster collecting RPG.

Why similar: Creature Collector 52.3%, JRPG 19.8%, RPG 11.1%, Anime 7.6%, Cute 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: It leans more into raising than catching, but its creature progression, exploration, and partner-management loop still scratches a similar monster-RPG itch.

Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!

Why similar: Creature Collector 45.8%, Co-op 17.9%, Multiplayer 17.7%, PvP 10.6%, RPG 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It is much more action- and survival-oriented, but its multiplayer creature collecting, breeding, and progression overlap with Temtem's social monster-taming appeal.

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince comes to Steam®! Recruit monsters from the DQ series, synthesize new creatures and compose your ideal team.

Why similar: Creature Collector 30.5%, JRPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Collectathon 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is a polished monster-recruiting JRPG with breeding, party optimization, and a big focus on assembling synergistic teams.

A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.

Why similar: Creature Collector 37.7%, JRPG 15.6%, Collectathon 14.3%, RPG 7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This indie monster RPG channels classic digital-pet collecting with training, exploration, and turn-based battles in a compact adventure.

DMO is MMO featuring the ever-popular Digimon franchise. This long awaited game will feature a deeper RPG experience, enhanced graphics and adrenaline-pumping real-time combat. Both new and long-time Digimon fans can now immerse themselves into this new epic adventure with their very own Digimons.

Why similar: MMORPG 44% ★, Anime 13.2%, Co-op 11.8%, Multiplayer 11.3%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: As another online monster game with collection, progression, and MMO structure, it appeals to players who value Temtem's persistent shared world.

Explore an island filled with collectible creatures, a vast and varied wilderness, and dangerous towers on your way to restoring harmony with the land of Akama.

Why similar: Creature Collector 34.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, PvP 10.2%, PvE 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its focus on scouting, recruiting, and tactically deploying creatures in turn-based encounters makes it a smart pick for Temtem fans who like strategic battles.

Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.

Why similar: Creature Collector 43.3%, Collectathon 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Character Customization 12.8%, RPG 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: For players who loved Temtem's buildcraft and endgame optimization, this offers extremely deep turn-based monster teams and near-endless grinding.

A turn-based volleyball RPG where you coach a sports team of Beasties! Your Beasties' relationships grow and change, unlocking new abilities and combo plays!

Why similar: Creature Collector 33.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, JRPG 11.8%, PvP 9.8%, Character Customization 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: While the battles are sports-flavored rather than conventional duels, it still delivers creature collecting, squad synergy, and exploration in a bright world.

Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!

Why similar: Creature Collector 78.6%, RPG 11.4%, Cute 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its creature collecting and exploration fit the Temtem mood, even if deckbuilding and life-sim elements push it in a more relaxed direction.

Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!

Why similar: Creature Collector 50.3%, Character Customization 14.6%, RPG 9.5%, Cute 7.2%, Exploration 7%

Why You'll Like It: If Temtem's colorful world and creature collecting mattered more to you than competitive battling, this charming hybrid offers a gentler version of that fantasy.

Humans live alongside creatures, each with different personalities, abilities, and moral codes. The invention of the DiscKid has changed life for everyone. Humans can copy creatures and use their power to help others and solve mysteries around the world.

Why similar: Creature Collector 37.4%, Collectathon 18.1%, JRPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, RPG 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It is a retro-styled creature collector with capture, party building, and classic turn-based battling at the center.

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: Creature Collector 38.2%, JRPG 23.7%, Anime 8.8%, RPG 8.5%, Story Rich 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It is darker and tougher than Temtem, but recruiting monsters and building turn-based elemental teams scratches a similar strategic collection loop.

Adventure with friends in a beautiful world of wonder and fantastic creatures. Build, craft, farm and fish, as you raise and breed amazing pet companions!

Why similar: Creature Collector 31%, Co-op 17.9%, Multiplayer 12.5%, JRPG 11.9%, RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its blend of co-op adventuring, creature raising, and light life-sim systems makes it a softer but still relevant alternative.

CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.

Why similar: Creature Collector 34.2%, JRPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, RPG 10.9%, Anime 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This one turns monster capturing and combo-heavy party building into a traditional JRPG, making it a good fit if you want more story with your collecting.

Siralim 3 is a mechanically deep, monster taming RPG. Summon and customize over 700 different creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through randomly generated dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to craft new items, empower your creatures, learn new spells, and much more.

Why similar: Creature Collector 42.8%, Collectathon 21.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17.1%, Character Customization 11.4%, RPG 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Like Siralim Ultimate, it focuses on huge monster rosters, theorycrafting, and turn-based team composition for players who love grinding out perfect squads.

Digimon Survive presents a hybrid visual novel and tactical RPG set in a mysterious world filled with dangerous monsters and deadly battles that will test your ability to survive.

Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.8%, Anime 16.8%, Story Rich 12.9%, RPG 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It adds visual-novel and tactical layers, yet still revolves around recruiting and evolving monster allies through a story-heavy campaign.

The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.

Why similar: Creature Collector 35%, JRPG 16.3%, Collectathon 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%, Anime 7.4%

The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.

Why similar: Creature Collector 38%, JRPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, RPG 9.6%, Cartoony 6.2%

Can you Survive the Swarm? Unlock mighty abilities and upgrades, find and collect Tems to evolve and become stronger, discover overpowered strategies, and battle massive bosses in this survivor-like bullet heaven! Play solo or online co-op with up to 3 players, building the wildest synergies.

Why similar: Creature Collector 46.9%, Co-op 25.1%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Cute 5.9%, Colorful 5.7%

The legendary monster training duology, “Monster Rancher” and “Monster Rancher 2”, is back!

Why similar: Creature Collector 66%, RPG 13.2%, Anime 8.9%, JRPG 7.9%, Cute 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is more about raising and training monsters than exploring a big RPG world, but the bond-building and stat optimization still line up with Temtem's breeder mindset.

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: Creature Collector 36.7%, JRPG 23.8%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 8.8%, Adventure 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its familiar-catching, story-driven adventure, and party-based battles make it one of the better JRPG detours for monster-raising fans.

Reawaken your inner demon in a modernized version of the acclaimed ATLUS classic, Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster.

Why similar: Creature Collector 45.3%, JRPG 24.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, RPG 8.6%, Anime 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is a more hardcore, dungeon-heavy take on turn-based monster recruitment, best for Temtem players who want the collection-and-fusion loop in a harsher RPG.

Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.

Why similar: Creature Collector 32.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, JRPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.6%

Forge your own destiny! Choose your character, equip your best spells and sail from island to island in quest of fortune and glory. Level up your hero and your strategy in this free-to-play tactical multiplayer RPG with unique colorful graphics.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Character Customization 15.3%, Multiplayer 14.9%, PvE 14.6%, PvP 14.3%

After years of absence, Miscrits is back and better than ever! Return to the world of Miscria and capture hundreds of iconic Miscrits. Train your Miscrits to their strongest forms and put a stop to the Magicites, who threaten to eliminate all Miscrit life from the world!

Why similar: Creature Collector 31.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, PvP 7.6%, Multiplayer 7.5%

Journey through an epic storyline, collecting creatures to aid you in turn-based battles, avoiding traps and solving puzzles, completing thrilling quests, and uncovering the darker history of Pyli Kingdom in this RPG with a unique modern take on a classic beloved genre.

Why similar: Creature Collector 25.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Character Customization 11.7%, JRPG 9.3%, Multiplayer 7.6%

Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!

Why similar: Creature Collector 57.5%, JRPG 25%, RPG 10.2%, Exploration 7.3%

Immerse yourself in the WAKFU universe with this free to play MMORPG. Select your class, travel the world, meet adventurers to challenge powerful monsters in epic turn-based battles.Participate in the kingdom’s economy and politics and create your own legend!

Why similar: MMORPG 50.2% ★, RPG 10.3%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Co-op 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%

Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.

Why similar: Creature Collector 39.6%, Collectathon 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, RPG 5.5%

Creature Keeper is an action-adventure RPG where you Befriend Creatures and fight alongside them in real time. Explore a mysterious world and uncover the truth behind a strange sickness spreading across the land. Power up your team, fill out your Bestiary, and embark on your journey of destiny!

Why similar: Creature Collector 49.5%, Collectathon 19.6%, RPG 7.6%, Exploration 7.3%, Cute 7.2%

Get ready to explore, farm, fish, mine, craft, and raise magical Lumas as you solve puzzles and embark on quests across Luma Island. Play solo, or team up with friends in 1-4 player online co-op. Choose relaxing Cozy, challenging Adventure, or epic Hero mode to match your mood and playstyle.

Why similar: Co-op 33.2%, Multiplayer 17.8%, Character Customization 16.7%, RPG 10.7%, Exploration 8.9%

An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!

Why similar: Co-op 24.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, Multiplayer 16.4%, PvE 16.2%, PvP 14.4%

Create your own furry character! In "StarArc Echo" you'll meets friends, fight alongside them, and share joyful moments! With a exciting PVE challenges, thrilling PVP battles, and various unique life skills, a boundlessly free and fantastical world awaits you.

Why similar: MMORPG 28.1% ★, JRPG 14.5%, PvP 9.8%, Character Customization 9.6%, Cartoony 9.5%

Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.

Why similar: JRPG 24.8%, RPG 13.3%, Character Customization 13%, PvE 10.7%, Co-op 9.8%

"Whoa, watch out!" That was close, didn't you know Dokimon are dangerous!?ーStep into Xelos region, where you'll set off on an adventure to uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend.

Why similar: Creature Collector 39.1%, JRPG 15.9%, Character Customization 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, RPG 6.1%

BIOMUTANT® is an open-world, post-apocalyptic Kung-Fu fable RPG, with a unique martial arts styled combat system allowing you to mix melee, shooting and mutant ability action.

Why similar: Character Customization 30.6%, RPG 22.2%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Adventure 10.3%, Exploration 8.5%

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: Turn-Based Combat 24.5%, JRPG 23.7%, Co-op 15.5%, Story Rich 9.6%, Multiplayer 9.4%

Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.

Why similar: Co-op 38.5%, Multiplayer 23.3%, RPG 16.2%, Exploration 14%, Adventure 7.9%

Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! Play as Yana or Yasaka in a short and sweet adventure to become the strongest trainer in the Hana region!

Why similar: Creature Collector 51.7%, JRPG 19.5%, RPG 9.9%, Story Rich 6.3%, Cute 4.4%

Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom.

Why similar: Character Customization 44.9%, RPG 25.4%, Cartoony 21%, Adventure 8.7%

Secrets of Grindea is an old-school Action RPG with co-op support for up to 4 players. Journey through fantastical lands and battle tons of different enemies and bosses in your quest for truth, friendship and, above all, finding the world’s rarest treasures!

Why similar: Multiplayer 22.1%, JRPG 21.5%, Character Customization 16.2%, Anime 10.3%, RPG 8.8%

Build your farm and relationships with townsfolk, or forge ahead on a quest of magic, monsters, and dragons. Level up through a skill tree in 8 person multiplayer, or adventure solo!

Why similar: Multiplayer 38.7%, Character Customization 28.7%, RPG 17.1%, Exploration 8.9%, Adventure 6.7%

Venture out into a huge open world to discover new bots and collect rare scrap to build them. Deploy your bots in tactical auto-battles on your quest to become the world’s greatest Botmaster.

Why similar: Creature Collector 34.9%, Collectathon 16.8%, JRPG 13.1%, Multiplayer 9%, RPG 6.1%

Tree of Savior(abbreviated as TOS thereafter) is an MMORPG in which you embark on a journey to search for the goddesses in the world of chaos. Fairy-tale like colors accompanied with beautiful graphics in TOS will have you reminiscing about precious moments all throughout the game.

Why similar: MMORPG 29% ★, Co-op 16.8%, Multiplayer 11.4%, PvP 9.4%, PvE 8.7%

Stardew Valley meets Pokémon! Experience a content-rich JRPG game inspired by the classics! Raise cute blob creatures, take care of your farm and make friends with the people of Clover Town.

Why similar: Creature Collector 38.7%, Turn-Based Combat 19.1%, JRPG 17.5%, Cute 8.9%, RPG 6.9%

Adore is an action creature-collecting game where you build your team of unique creatures and go on a journey to resurrect the God of the Creatures.

Why similar: Creature Collector 69.4%, Cute 10.6%, Colorful 9.1%, Adventure 5.5%, 3D 5.4%

Evomon Is a creature collector in tamagotchi version. Take care of your evomon since its infancy and discover its new evolutions, have fun playing the mini-games, adventure in mysterious expeditions, battle intensely against different monsters to reach the title of Evomon Champion.

Why similar: Creature Collector 60.6%, PvE 13.2%, Cartoony 11.2%, Cute 8.7%, Colorful 6.3%