- #1 梦落凡尘 Dreams of falling into mortal dust
97% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: 竹林晚风Pub: 冷笑黑妖
Windows
This is a plot based RPG game. The plot of the game is humorous. It tells the story of the protagonists who like Tang poetry and Song Ci all the way chasing their dreams, defeating the devil and saving the world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 36% ★, JRPG 16.2%, RPG 13.6%, Adventure 8.4%, Comedy 5.8%
- #2 Lonely in the Winter
96% matchVery Positive92% of 58 reviews2018
Dev: SoyeRPub: Araplay
Windows
Embark on the journey of Robbery Cold, a former soldier of the Kingdom of Thaltas, now living as a mercenary since a terrible tragedy struck his life, with his wife dying due to an incurable disease.
Why similar: RPGMaker 32.5% ★, JRPG 12.3%, RPG 8.1%, Anime 5.5%, Comedy 5.4%
- #3 异化之恶〇Abnormal Treatment
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,566 reviews2019
Dev: Eternal Dream
Windows
Strange events occur at a sanatorium for those with unusual abilities. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth. What will be released when all secrets are revealed? Goodness? Or… pure ”EVIL”?
Why similar: RPGMaker 36.7% ★, JRPG 9.6%, RPG 8%, Anime 7.3%, Story Rich 7%
- #4 The Book of Legends
96% matchMixed67% of 290 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Huge RPG in the 16-bit style (Final Fantasy, Breath of Fire etc.), featuring an epic, exciting adventure in a fantasy world and packed full of characters (more than 30!), quests and secrets.
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.5% ★, RPG 13.6%, JRPG 10.6%, Anime 7.1%, Adventure 4%
- #5 Undefeated
94% matchVery Positive81% of 180 reviews2015
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
16-bit RPG magic is back! Can you stop the Wastelands from spreading and overtaking the world? Play as Marcus, Bastien and Fela, 3 army conscripts with little liking for their new life, yet who find themselves engulfed in a mystery that could very well cause the demise of their nation.
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.3% ★, JRPG 14.2%, RPG 12.1%, Funny 5.3%, Exploration 5.1%
- #6 Tales Across Time
94% matchVery Positive82% of 79 reviews2016
Dev: Critical Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Tales Across Time is a story-driven RPG experience from the creator of 8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey. It uses the classic short-story format to tell the tale of three different characters...
Why similar: RPGMaker 43.7% ★, RPG 15%, JRPG 8.7%, Adventure 7.7%, Linear 7.6%
- #7 Rakuen
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,899 reviews2017
Dev: Laura Shigihara
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A hospitalized Boy comes to terms with his own story by traveling with his Mom to a beautiful fantasy world; ultimately helping his fellow patients find closure by walking a mile in their shoes.
Why similar: RPGMaker 27.3% ★, JRPG 13.4%, Story Rich 8.1%, Funny 7.4%, RPG 6.9%
- #8 Moonchild
93% matchMostly Positive76% of 160 reviews2016
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
What kind of danger can a mother face to rescue her child? Moonchild is a unique and enthralling 16-bit style RPG adventure featuring 9 amazing characters, plenty of sidequests and countless items and spells.
Why similar: RPGMaker 52% ★, RPG 14.8%, Story Rich 6.3%, Adventure 5.4%, JRPG 5.3%
- #9 永冻之壳 The Shell of Permafrost
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,204 reviews2018
Dev: YUMMI StudioPub: 迷糊的安安
Windows
A girl, draped in mystery and chased by an evil fate, escapes from a frozen land. Now, a year later, with her memory gradually returning, she is forced to make an important decision.
Why similar: RPGMaker 47.6% ★, RPG 13.9%, Anime 11.6%, Story Rich 9.4%, Puzzle 4.9%
- #10 Enthrean Radiance : Prologue
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2020
Dev: Enthrean GuardianPub: Eggion
Windows
This is the prologue chapter of "Enthrean Radiance : The First Strike", an upcoming 2D action-RPG that invokes the feeling of classic Japanese games. Help Millia and Razh to save the world of Enthrean from chaos!
Why similar: RPGMaker 38.2% ★, JRPG 18.6%, RPG 13.6%, Adventure 6.6%, Anime 6.5%
- #11 Learn Japanese RPG: Hiragana Forbidden Speech
87% matchVery Positive98% of 262 reviews2023
Dev: Study Bunny Games LLC
Windows
Dialogue changes from English to Japanese as you learn and progress in this comedic RPG backed by professional Japanese voice acting. This is a full 18+ hour introductory Japanese course and adventure all in one. Master hiragana, 136+ kanji, basic grammar, 240 common words used in anime.
Why similar: RPGMaker 21.1% ★, JRPG 12.8%, Comedy 10.4%, Funny 9.8%, RPG 9.5%
- #12 Destiny Warriors RPG
90% matchMixed52% of 1,218 reviews2015
Dev: ninjalexPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An epic 12 hour RPG. Thirteen years after incredibly powerful spirit beasts were sealed in the souls of children, they threaten to break free and cause havoc across the land. It's up to four friends from the elite warrior training academy to find the key to stopping these evil spirits once and for all.
Why similar: RPGMaker 57% ★, Anime 13.6%, RPG 11%, JRPG 6.9%, Adventure 4.9%
- #13 Terra Incognita Chapter One: The Descendant
89% matchMixed63% of 1,054 reviews2015
Dev: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Terra Incognita is a classic role playing game. The world of Terra is slowly falling into chaos. A great war is coming and It's time to take up arms against a corrupt royal family. You must travel across this huge world and unite the nations of Terra, recruiting comrades along the way.
Why similar: RPGMaker 54.5% ★, RPG 14.2%, JRPG 13.4%, Adventure 7.9%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #14 Labyronia RPG
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,408 reviews2015
Dev: LabyrinthinePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 58.7% ★, RPG 15.6%, Anime 8.1%, JRPG 5.1%, Adventure 5.1%
- #15 The Scarlet Capital 绯红之都
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 飞羽工作室
Windows
《绯红之都》是一款像素风角色扮演类游戏,通关游戏时长在15到20小时左右。游戏中可以学习到6个系的30个魔法以及每个角色特有的个人技,在这广袤的艾蕾赛亚大陆上体验剑与魔法的传奇吧!
Why similar: RPGMaker 39.6% ★, JRPG 17.4%, RPG 16.6%, Story Rich 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #16 Legend of Mysteria RPG
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 907 reviews2015
Dev: LabyrinthinePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
An exciting JRPG by the writer of Labyronia. As tensions grow between factions of mages, you are framed for the murder of a demigod. Solve the mystery behind his assassination or risk a war that could send the world into chaos for millenia.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51% ★, Anime 16.2%, RPG 11.8%, JRPG 6.3%, Adventure 4.8%
- #17 Trick & Treat
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,403 reviews2016
Dev: Rabbiton
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Trick or treating in a vampire's house.Trick & Treat is a light-hearted Halloween adventure. It's about exploring and solving puzzles in a spooky atmosphere. There will be some horror elements, romance, many bad ends and a happy ending of true love.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.5% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, RPG 7.9%, Anime 7.2%, Adventure 6.2%
- #18 Cubicle Quest
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 726 reviews2015
Dev: Ian IsaroPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Cubicle Quest is a game about how life can suck. Dead end jobs, repetitive obligations, irritating coworkers... Cubicle Quest takes all of those things and turns them into enemies you can fight in an old-school RPG.
Why similar: RPGMaker 48.9% ★, RPG 17.7%, JRPG 10.9%, Comedy 7.2%, Story Rich 4.7%
- #19 Dreamscape
85% matchMostly Positive79% of 68 reviews2015
Dev: Aldorlea GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Addictive RPG with bits of strategy to enhance the gameplay, Dreamscape can be played in 4 different modes and features different rewards for completing them. You even get bonus heroes if you complete a mode without using the healing goddess!
Why similar: RPGMaker 46.7% ★, RPG 13.3%, JRPG 9.5%, Adventure 6.5%, Funny 6%
- #20 LuLu's weapons shop
82% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: 东南瓜
Windows · Mac
《露露的装备店》是一款模拟经营向RPG游戏。在游戏中,你将扮演名叫露露的精灵少女,在一个偏远的小镇上,从零开始经营一家装备店。据说,这个小镇的上一家装备店才开几天就倒闭了,而这一次,能够将店成功运营起来吗?
Why similar: RPGMaker 36.2% ★, JRPG 14.2%, RPG 12.4%, Story Rich 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #21 Fantasy Heroes
83% matchMixed55% of 20 reviews2019
Dev: LumenPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Fantasy Heroes follows the adventures of Tristan, a knight of the kingdom of Kayzerhart, and Melanie, his chance buddy. Soon both are engulfed in a massive conflict that could very well threaten the whole world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 31.4% ★, JRPG 19.8%, RPG 11.5%, Adventure 5.7%, Funny 5.4%
- #22 Alpha Kimori™ 1
84% matchMixed59% of 222 reviews2014
Dev: Sherman3D
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Alpha Kimori™ Great Doubt™ Episode One is the first of a trilogy of bright and colorful Japanese Anime inspired story-driven episodic 2D Role Playing Games, which feature an intricate action-adventure epic story with a delightful mix of sci-fi and fantasy elements.
Why similar: RPGMaker 47.7% ★, JRPG 18.1%, RPG 13.6%, Anime 11.2%, Adventure 4.5%
- #23 The Other: Airi's Adventure
82% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: Rabbiton
Windows
The Other: Airi's Adventure is a casual turn-based RPG, developed by a solo indie developer RabbitonBooks. It'll bring you a colourful fantasy world with many fun characters as well as their stories. In this world you'll play as Airi, a 15-year-old girl, to find her way home with her new friends.
Why similar: RPGMaker 34.5% ★, JRPG 13.4%, RPG 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Anime 7.6%
- #24 Greyfox RPG
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,021 reviews2015
Dev: Lesley DoddPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
You play as a new arrival to a foggy and mysterious town. You find yourself waking up in the bodies of the town's inhabitants at pivotal moments of their lives. Make tough choices as you discover the truth about this town called Greyfox.
Why similar: RPGMaker 68.2% ★, Anime 8.4%, RPG 8%, Adventure 5.1%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
- #25 Artificiality-人造物-
78% matchVery Positive90% of 79 reviews2023
Dev: 悠乙Pub: Eternal Dream
Windows
This is a story puzzle RPG. Lead the Main character Hiber, who woke up from the snowstorm with no memory, on a journey home to find his memories, stop the snowstorm in this city, and the farewell and parting with the important thing——
Why similar: RPGMaker 41.4% ★, RPG 10.6%, Story Rich 9.9%, Puzzle 8%, Exploration 7%
- #26 Whispers Left at Night
76% matchPositive100% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: 弓茶Pub: RMAsia
Windows
Whispers Left at Night is a exploration-based indie game that tells the story of the protagonist, Yunika, and their experiences throughout the game.
Why similar: RPGMaker 38.6% ★, JRPG 18%, RPG 10.8%, Exploration 8.2%, Story Rich 8.1%
- #27 Nobunaga's Shadow
79% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: Ultaan Games
Windows
Pixel RPG about a newbie ninja. Infiltrate a samurai clan, bamboozle fools, destroy some wolves! Fake it till you make it.
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.5% ★, RPG 16.5%, JRPG 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Funny 7%
- #28 沉睡的法则 Things as They Are
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,156 reviews2019
Dev: 四块二茶会
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
轻松欢乐的细节向JRPG,《囧魂》、《对不起,我是个NPC》、《空陆》制作组“四块二茶会”最新作品。
Why similar: RPGMaker 24% ★, JRPG 18.8%, Funny 10.3%, RPG 9.7%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #29 3 Stars of Destiny
80% matchMixed60% of 247 reviews2014
Dev: Aldorlea GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
In this extensive old-school RPG, explore countless unique places, defeat tons of enemies and complete richly developed quests. The game features addictive gameplay and an adventure worth about 40H of playtime.
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.3% ★, RPG 13.9%, JRPG 11.7%, Anime 6.9%, Adventure 5.1%
- #30 位面穿越者-三国传(A Bit Crosser-Three Kingdoms)
81% matchMostly Negative29% of 96 reviews2017
Dev: Gemini Stars GamesPub: psmint7
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
This is a RPG game of training multi heros , you could collect as many as forty generals to fight together , you would unlock more generals under attacking city and develop it ,Collect special weapons from special events。co-ordinate the different generals to beat the boss .
Why similar: RPGMaker 37% ★, JRPG 13.1%, RPG 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Comedy 7.9%
- #31 OH! RPG!
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 397 reviews2015
Dev: RosePortal GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Heroes always win! But what happens to those who don't? Play as unique and colorful characters as the world comes to an end after our heroes' utter defeat.
Why similar: RPGMaker 61% ★, RPG 12.8%, JRPG 10.4%, Adventure 5.8%, Anime 4.1%
- #32 Sins Of The Demon RPG
77% matchVery Positive84% of 1,078 reviews2016
Dev: Chandler RounsleyPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Follow the journey of Kenshi, a wandering demon hunter, and his brother, a demon cat seeking a way to return to his true form. Can they find a way to end the curse and save Lanistra?
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.7% ★, Anime 15.4%, RPG 12.6%, Adventure 4.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%
- #33 Tales of the Black Forest
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 15,083 reviews2019
Dev: 拾英工作室Pub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In a world filled with yōkai, a surging dark power has overshadowed a Japanese town. A group of 2 developers have produced a Japanese pixel adventure game to tell a tale that dates back to the Heisei era...In the name of dreams and passion.
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.8% ★, RPG 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Story Rich 8%, Anime 5.8%
- #34 Arvale
78% matchMostly Positive70% of 120 reviews2015
Dev: Jaybot7Pub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Legends say he saved the world. Too bad he doesn't remember, because to save it again, Duncan must retrieve his memories, in this exciting 20-hour RPG full of quests and hilarious dialogues!
Why similar: RPGMaker 53.5% ★, RPG 18.1%, Story Rich 8.3%, Adventure 7.1%, Casual 4.7%
- #35 Radiant Arc
76% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2019
Dev: Linky317Pub: YuBui Studios
Windows
Want to remember the classic JRPG experience? Look no further than the embodiment of references that is Radiant Arc! Explore an open world as you work to become a beacon of hope in a world about to be consumed in darkness!
Why similar: RPGMaker 48% ★, JRPG 18.4%, RPG 7.6%, Story Rich 7.1%, Anime 6.7%
- #36 HEARTBEAT
75% matchVery Positive85% of 618 reviews2018
Dev: CHUMBOSOFT LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Make friends, make enemies, go fishing, collect cards, beat up sharks, beat up tigers, obtain the denim blade, train a fuzzy infantile insect for battle, and uncover ancient secrets in this monster-filled adventure.
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.1% ★, RPG 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Anime 7.9%, JRPG 6.7%
- #37 The Albino Hunter (Original)
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 340 reviews2015
Dev: Cherry Co. Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Kalymn Nox is the Albino Hunter; even his pretentious and slightly racist title can keep him from waking up broke after a night of drinking.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51% ★, RPG 18.3%, JRPG 16.4%, Adventure 7.9%, Indie 3.6%
- #38 Forever Home
73% matchVery Positive92% of 183 reviews2017
Dev: Pixel Blade Games
Windows
Retro RPG that takes inspiration from SNES and PS1 classics. Action turn-based battle system with skill learning, slots for stat boosting, equipment crafting, monster catching, rank based Colosseum, and side quests. 30+ hour emotional story with adult-oriented themes and powerful original soundtrack.
Why similar: RPGMaker 41.3% ★, RPG 20.3%, JRPG 14.1%, Adventure 11.1%, Funny 8.9%
- #39 Edolie
74% matchMixed69% of 36 reviews2015
Dev: Eridani GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
In the world of Edolie, people are gathering to celebrate the coming of Harvest, the biggest event of the year. But for Willow, this is going to be a harvest unlike any other. Experience the world of Edolie as you and a group of new found friends discover its secrets!
Why similar: RPGMaker 39.1% ★, JRPG 12.9%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 6.8%, Exploration 5.7%
- #40 Storm Of Spears RPG
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 602 reviews2016
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Prepare for an epic 10 hour adventure in the world of Galager. Sura, the world's most sought-after mercenary, leads a band of sell-swords in a last-ditch effort to save the world. Prepare for the Storm of Spears!
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.5% ★, Anime 14.8%, RPG 10.6%, JRPG 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%
- #41 To The Capital 2
73% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Kormishenkov Anton
Windows
To The Capital 2 is a game in the genre jRPG with classic turn-based battles in which you have to travel together with four heroes visiting a lot of cities, dungeons, mysterious places and fight with various bosses.
Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, RPGMaker 20.6% ★, RPG 13.3%, Anime 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #42 The Tale of a Common Man
71% matchVery Positive95% of 149 reviews2016
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Undefeated's devs are back with a bigger, better tale of a man seeking revenge for the cruel murders of his wife and son. Can Jerrat achieve his aim without ceasing to be the man his wife loved? Find out in this great 16-bit style RPG, where the tale of a common man intertwines with the destiny of a nation.
Why similar: RPGMaker 60.9% ★, RPG 14.1%, Anime 7.4%, Adventure 7%, Casual 4.8%
- #43 Clarent Saga: Chronicles
69% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: David Nguyen
Windows
A NOVEL with RPG turn-based battles inspired by HD-2D RPG. Graphics and music inspired by 16-bit JRPG classics. The second entry of Clarent Saga.
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.1% ★, JRPG 16.3%, RPG 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Linear 5.8%
- #44 The Adventurer - Episode 1: Beginning of the End
72% matchMixed59% of 357 reviews2017
Dev: ZemunBREPub: SA Industry
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Imagine if every time you fall asleep, a new adventure awaits you.
Why similar: RPGMaker 38.8% ★, JRPG 14.8%, RPG 10%, Adventure 8%, Anime 7.5%
- #45 Secret Of Magia
72% matchMixed53% of 986 reviews2015
Pub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Secret of Magia is an action RPG. Explore a huge world and free your people from the tyranny of an evil, supernatural dictator.
Why similar: RPGMaker 66.7% ★, Anime 10%, RPG 9.5%, Adventure 4.9%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #46 Dragon's Vengeance
69% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Dream City Games
Windows
Lead an elite group of heroes as they begin a treacherous journey to stop an exiled genius from becoming a tyrant, ruling a world filled with monsters and magic!
Why similar: RPGMaker 32.3% ★, JRPG 20.1%, RPG 12.5%, Anime 10.1%, Story Rich 8.7%
- #47 Legends of Iskaria: Days of Thieves
70% matchPositive81% of 47 reviews2017
Dev: Ludovic Lafferayrie
Windows
Legends of Iskaria is a 2D RPG which claims to be non-linear and immersive. The game is mainly focus on story-telling, dialogs and exploration. Built with love for 16bits graphics, it takes up some components of classic RPGs while playing with genre codes.
Why similar: RPGMaker 52.4% ★, RPG 19.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Story Rich 8.1%, 2D 4.9%
- #48 Epic Quest of the 4 Crystals
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 160 reviews2015
Dev: RosePortal GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The most non-Japanese jRPG of the decade! Epic Quest is an action-packed adventure featuring over a dozen classic and rich environments, 5 playable characters and a plethora of skills, spells and Limit Breaks. A must-have for fans of the SNES Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger!
Why similar: RPGMaker 60.8% ★, RPG 15.4%, Adventure 7.2%, Story Rich 5.4%, Anime 4.6%
- #49 Playing Both Sides
70% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: N/A
Windows
Playing Both Sides is a JRPG with a unique battle system and 10+ hours of play.
Why similar: RPGMaker 33.7% ★, JRPG 18.2%, RPG 12.2%, Comedy 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #50 Journey On
68% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: BLACK MAGIC
Windows
Experience a world of life and death in this exploration focused, anime style JRPG. Will you choose the path of light, or of darkness?
Why similar: RPGMaker 36.5% ★, JRPG 15.9%, Linear 8.6%, RPG 7%, Anime 6.1%
- #51 Fated Souls
71% matchMixed56% of 80 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare StudiosPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore magical lands and discover your inner self in this exciting 16-bit style RPG from the same team that made Vagrant Hearts and Ashes of Immortality and featuring up to 20-30 hours of playtime.
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.9% ★, RPG 18.5%, JRPG 13%, Adventure 5.4%, Story Rich 5.2%
- #52 The Other: Rosie's Road of Love
68% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Rabbiton
Windows
The Other: Rosie's Road of Love is a casual turn-based RPG, developed by a solo indie developer RabbitonBooks. The story starts in the most popular bar in the kingdom. Rosie, who has a crush on the barkeep, tries very hard to win his heart this year.
Why similar: RPGMaker 28.7% ★, JRPG 15.4%, RPG 8.5%, Comedy 8.4%, Anime 7.9%
- #53 Aveyond 3-3: The Lost Orb
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 39 reviews2015
Dev: Amaranth Games, LLCPub: KOMODO
Windows
Solve dozens of adventure puzzles and explore an enchanting world. Aveyond: The Lost Orb is packed with monsters, magic, and humor. Destroy an evil orb. Explore forests, deserts, and mountains within the mighty Eldrion Empire. And whatever you do, don’t let the empress know you can cook.
Why similar: RPGMaker 38% ★, JRPG 15%, RPG 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Funny 5.4%
- #54 Labyronia RPG 2
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 699 reviews2015
Dev: LabyrinthinePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
You return to the land of Labyronia, now in the cold grip of an evil force. Roam the wartorn lands. You are the only one who can save the planet from destruction. The epic sequel to the critically-acclaimed Labyronia.
Why similar: RPGMaker 64.8% ★, RPG 10.7%, Anime 10.4%, Adventure 5%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
- #55 Nusakana
68% matchVery Positive88% of 78 reviews2015
Dev: Studio Namaapa
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Nusakana is an open-world JRPG where you date fish girls while trying to solve the island mysteries. Play as a tourist having a full-year vacation on the island, on a mysterious invitation. Will it be a fun holiday or will it be a thrilling adventure? What about the romance? You decide!
Why similar: RPGMaker 47.5% ★, RPG 18%, JRPG 13.5%, Adventure 9.6%, Anime 7.8%
- #56 Annie and the Art Gallery
65% matchVery Positive86% of 185 reviews2022
Dev: jswessler
Windows · Mac
After months of waiting, Annie finally snags a ticket to the new art exhibit. However, things take a turn for the worst: she finds herself trapped in the museum's haunted basement. Help her navigate puzzles, traps, and more as she tries to escape - and find out the truth of what's really going on.
Why similar: RPGMaker 38.1% ★, JRPG 18.9%, RPG 9.7%, Story Rich 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #57 WhiteLily 1:丽丽公主
66% matchVery Positive94% of 1,206 reviews2018
Dev: 游学者狐狸
Windows
男主角君彦是一名年轻的圣骑士,在一次返程归来时,他碰巧路过被恶魔入侵后的爱露村,同时巧遇了被恶魔追赶的丽丽。随着剧情的深入,君彦越来越意识到丽丽和整件事情的密切联系,而和丽丽在迷失小镇的冒险中,他逐渐明白了整件事情的始终,并决心一定要保护好丽丽(本游戏剧情有剧毒)。
Why similar: RPGMaker 40.2% ★, RPG 16.4%, Anime 10.5%, Adventure 7.8%, Story Rich 6.7%
- #58 The story of a Chinese restaurant
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XNZONE
Windows
原黑手党的龙马金盆洗手,在中华街开了一家餐馆。但是经营餐馆的过程中却面临着许多难题。龙马是否能够实现好不容易找到的梦想?一场餐馆的生存喜剧就此开始。
Why similar: RPGMaker 27.4% ★, RPG 13.7%, JRPG 9.8%, Adventure 7.7%, Funny 5.6%
- #59 Dungeons of Betrayal
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 66 reviews2019
Dev: Darkelite Studio IncPub: SA Industry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Become a young hero and travel from dungeon to dungeon to regain your lost memories. While fighting your way through, you will encounter characters from your past. It's your quest to figure out if they are friends or foes. But be careful anyone can betray you in the Dungeons of Betrayal.
Why similar: RPGMaker 39.7% ★, JRPG 15.5%, RPG 9.1%, Linear 6.6%, Anime 6.4%
- #60 Last Dream
67% matchVery Positive83% of 522 reviews2014
Dev: White Giant RPG Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Last Dream incorporates the best features of classic RPGs: replayability and complete immersion into a vast world, rich with detail.
Why similar: RPGMaker 60.8% ★, RPG 17.1%, JRPG 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%, Puzzle 2.7%