- #1 Undertale
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 323,648 reviews2015
Dev: tobyfox
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.
Why similar: Funny 24.4%, Story Rich 23.5%, RPG 18%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Indie 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, it features a unique blend of meta-humor, emotional storytelling, and subverted JRPG tropes.
- #2 DELTARUNE
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 100,260 reviews2025
Dev: tobyfox
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.8 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-4 will be available on launch, with more planned as free updates!
Why similar: Funny 20.1%, Story Rich 18.4%, JRPG 17.5%, RPG 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title continues the tradition of quirky, character-driven RPGs with a distinct sense of humor and engaging turn-based combat.
- #3 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,003 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Why similar: JRPG 31.8%, Turn-Based 15.4%, Funny 12.7%, RPG 7.8%, Anime 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the seed game's love for funny, lighthearted dialogue and deep, satisfying turn-based combat mechanics.
- #4 Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass
95% matchVery Positive94% of 578 reviews2018
Dev: Kasey Ozymy
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
One day, Jimmy looked inside.
Why similar: RPGMaker 32% ★, RPG 18.5%, JRPG 18.2%, Story Rich 8.3%, Funny 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the same indie JRPG spirit, balancing surreal humor with a deeply emotional and imaginative narrative.
- #5 Ara Fell: Enhanced Edition
94% matchVery Positive94% of 2,273 reviews2016
Dev: Stegosoft GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take in the beauty of a magical world floating above the clouds, then take on a menacing race of vampires hidden in the dark. Ara Fell combines the best parts of Japanese-style roleplaying games with the best parts of western RPGs. The new Enhanced Edition features a slew of new features!
Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Anime 8.9%, RPG 8.2%, Story Rich 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A polished indie JRPG that delivers a classic adventure feel with modern quality-of-life improvements and a charming world.
- #6 OneShot
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 62,700 reviews2016
Dev: Future Cat LLCPub: KOMODO
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.
Why similar: Story Rich 33%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, RPG 10.3%, Cute 8.5%, Adventure 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a meta-narrative experience that prioritizes story and player connection, much like the narrative focus of the seed game.
- #7 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 30.2% ★, RPG 15.5%, JRPG 15.2%, Turn-Based 6.9%, Adventure 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A collection of short, varied RPG stories that mirror the episodic and lighthearted nature of the seed game.
- #8 8-Bit Adventures 2
91% matchVery Positive95% of 305 reviews2023
Dev: Critical Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Pilot your Airship, prepare your party, and explore a vast World Map in 8-Bit Adventures 2 – an exciting, emotional tribute to the Golden Age of JRPGs. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!
Why similar: JRPG 31.7%, Turn-Based 16.1%, Story Rich 9.9%, RPG 9.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This sequel offers a highly polished, nostalgic JRPG experience that honors the genre's roots while maintaining a fun, lighthearted tone.
- #9 To the Moon
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 85,392 reviews2012
Dev: Freebird Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to artificially fulfill his last wish.
Why similar: Story Rich 43.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Indie 9.2%, RPG 9%, Funny 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential story-rich indie RPG that focuses on emotional depth and character development over complex combat systems.
- #10 Asdivine Hearts
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: Exe Create Inc.Pub: KEMCO
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Restore the balance of light and shadow in the world!Beautiful hand-drawn visuals and a story of epic proportions bring Asdivine Hearts to the forefront of PC gaming! Travel alongside four companions and a cat in this fantasy 2D turn-based RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 27.9%, RPGMaker 21.3% ★, RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based 7.8%, Anime 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style JRPG that offers a fun, casual adventure with a focus on character interactions and traditional turn-based combat.
- #11 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,293 reviews2014
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A light-hearted turn-based RPG, heavily inspired by old 2D classics. You will battle through waves of cute enemies, grow your characters, explore a diverse world, solve puzzles, and of course, save the world. (Just updated to version 3!)
Why similar: JRPG 34.9%, Turn-Based 15.7%, Funny 11.8%, RPG 8.7%, Anime 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fun, fast-paced JRPG that emphasizes humor and strategic combat, much like its successor.
- #12 Hylics 2
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,455 reviews2020
Dev: Mason Lindroth
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A surreal RPG with a unique graphical style and droll scenario.
Why similar: RPG 29.3%, JRPG 27.5%, Turn-Based Combat 19.5%, Adventure 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A visually unique and surreal indie RPG that prioritizes creative expression and humor in its gameplay loop.
- #13 The Amber Throne
89% matchVery Positive82% of 191 reviews2015
Dev: Joshua Missile
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Amber Throne is a turn-based JRPG-styled game about a girl in a desert world beneath a mysterious floating castle, and her quest to reach it.
Why similar: RPGMaker 24.8% ★, JRPG 20.8%, Turn-Based 12.8%, RPG 11.1%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: This indie RPG features a beautiful, hand-drawn aesthetic and a unique world that feels distinct yet familiar to JRPG fans.
- #14 OMORI
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 86,619 reviews2020
Dev: OMOCAT, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.
Why similar: Story Rich 21.4%, JRPG 19.4%, Turn-Based 14.7%, RPG 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: It blends a charming pixel-art aesthetic with a deeply psychological and story-rich narrative that resonates with fans of indie RPGs.
- #15 8-Bit Adventures 1: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition
88% matchVery Positive86% of 215 reviews2015
Dev: Critical Games
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
8-Bit Adventures: The Forgotten Journey Remastered Edition is a retro-styled JRPG with polish and personality, that focuses less on references and more on telling a story...
Why similar: RPGMaker 27% ★, JRPG 22.9%, RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based 7.8%, Adventure 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful homage to classic RPGs that captures the same spirit of adventure and lighthearted fun.
- #16 Way Back Witness
86% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2021
Dev: 青椒
Windows
《归路:见证 》是一款架空世界回合制RPG游戏。 玩家将在这本不属于自己的世界内,见证忒瑞阴德上的悲欢离合,是是非非。 在冒险和旅行中,踏上那条注定不平凡的归路。
Why similar: RPGMaker 31.2% ★, Drama 13.3%, RPG 11.9%, Story Rich 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a story-rich, turn-based experience that feels right at home for fans of the RPGMaker aesthetic.
- #17 鸿源战纪 - Tales of Hongyuan
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 474 reviews2017
Dev: Hongyuan Game
Windows
As a Chinese RPG game, our story happened in a land called Ground Hong where you can experience wars between two kingdoms, make your friends and uncover a dust-laden history.
Why similar: JRPG 28.6%, CRPG 22.5%, Drama 10.6%, RPG 9%, Foreign 8.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a blend of martial arts themes and classic JRPG gameplay, appealing to fans of the seed game's cultural roots.
- #18 Finding Paradise
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 20,040 reviews2017
Dev: Freebird Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Two doctors traverse backwards through a dying man's memories to fulfill his last wish. This is To the Moon's standalone sequel, but can also be played first.
Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, Funny 15.1%, Story Rich 13.3%, RPG 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A heartfelt, narrative-focused experience that excels at storytelling, perfect for those who enjoyed the character-driven nature of the seed game.
- #19 Asyula 方舟之链
86% matchVery Positive89% of 248 reviews2017
Dev: ShiinaYashiro
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 37%
After the unification war of the Kingdom, rebels appeared in the Capital. Although the rebellion was quickly suppressed, there were still a number of remnants at large. Two years later, the main character of the game, Asyula, received an order to pursue the leader of remnant rebellious forces, Awillou.
Why similar: RPGMaker 23.1% ★, JRPG 19.8%, Anime 9%, RPG 8.8%, Foreign 8.5% ★
Why You'll Like It: A charming indie RPG that focuses on character-driven storytelling and exploration within a pixel-art world.
- #20 Journey of Realm:Dawn Dew
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,147 reviews2025
Dev: CongSe StudioPub: Anotherindie
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"JOR: Dawn Dew" is a 2D turn-based game with a box-like map. In the game, act "Dew" to adventure. On adventure, collect and freely choose your way of fighting. As the exploration progresses, deter the threat of the black beast tide, and finally defeat the monstrous malice.
Why similar: RPG 21%, Story Rich 17.5%, Fantasy 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Anime 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a tactical, story-driven experience with a fantasy setting that fits well with the seed game's genre.
- #21 Touhou: Fearless Frogslayer
81% matchVery Positive95% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: SilvaMemoria
Windows
Follow Cirno in this RPG adventure as she travels across Misty Lake and beyond, fighting fierce amphibious opponents, all to fulfill her contractual obligations to a certain disguised figure...
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Adventure 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fun, turn-based RPG that utilizes the popular Touhou setting to deliver a lighthearted and engaging adventure.
- #22 Forever Home
83% matchVery Positive92% of 184 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 28.5% ★, JRPG 24.6%, RPG 20.9%, Funny 10.4%, Adventure 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, story-driven indie RPG that emphasizes exploration and character relationships over complex mechanics.
- #23 Gensei Suikoden Plus
81% matchVery Positive92% of 130 reviews2024
Dev: WAYCODER CO., LTD.Pub: DAEWON MEDIA CO., LTD.
Windows
The refreshing and brisk-paced turn-based combat remains unchanged! The visuals are scaled up, and the movements are made even more delightful! Let's enjoy the nostalgic BGM and witty lines with puns! Packed with exclusive original content not found in the original work!
Why similar: JRPG 39.1%, RPG 16%, CRPG 13.5%, Funny 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired RPG that leans heavily into 90s nostalgia and pixel-art charm.
- #24 再刷一把2:金色传说
82% matchMixed44% of 2,808 reviews2024
Dev: 滑稽工作室
Windows
A few days ago, a bright meteor streak across of the sky, the golden light lit up the whole sky. The color of golden symbolizes wealth, power, strength, sacredness and happiness, has attracted countless adventurers, including you, on the adventurous journey for this reason...
Why similar: RPG 31.8%, Pixel Graphics 19%, Adventure 17.3%, Fantasy 7.6%, Story Rich 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A strong Chinese indie RPG that shares the seed game's focus on story-rich exploration and traditional turn-based mechanics.
- #25 The Sacred Tears TRUE
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 98 reviews2014
Dev: AlphaNuts
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Sacred Tears TRUE brings both traditional JRPG elements and fresh and unique features such as a deceptively simple but deep card battle system, redistributable skill points, and graphics by Takashi KONNO, and music by Hiroyuki Ojima and Shimotsuki Haruka.
Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, RPGMaker 27.2% ★, RPG 20.9%, Anime 11.4%, Indie 5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style JRPG with a focus on tactical combat and a lighthearted, anime-inspired narrative.
- #26 In Vitra - JRPG Adventure
82% matchMixed66% of 61 reviews2017
Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Is there any truth to those rumours of a mysterious affliction spreading all over -In Vitra- ? The four heroes of this role-playing game with a turn-based combat system embark on an epic quest for a cure – and chance upon a far bigger mystery.
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, RPGMaker 18.4% ★, RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Adventure 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, enjoyable JRPG adventure that captures the essence of classic 16-bit era gaming.
- #27 BRAVELY DEFAULT II
79% matchVery Positive81% of 2,026 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Why similar: JRPG 39.6%, RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Drama 9.3%, Story Rich 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A high-budget JRPG that offers a polished, modern take on the classic turn-based formula for fans seeking a more substantial experience.
- #28 Touhou Three Noisy Fairies' Adventure ~ Take it Easy
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: 狐狸壶工作室
Windows
幻想乡中生活着神明、妖怪、人类和妖精。妖精相对弱小,但却过着无忧无虑的生活。本故事讲的是幻想乡妖精们悠然的日常……本应该是这样的。采蘑菇后遇到的形似馒头的生物打破了宁静的生活。在旺盛的好奇心的驱使下,光之三妖精和愉快的伙伴们踏上了冒险之旅,或许有一天她们也将成为异变的主角?面对强大的幻想乡少女、难解的机关、油库里的阴谋,光之三妖精不屈、不媚、不省!以三妖精视角体验幻想乡!登场幻想少女总数超百人的中长篇JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 36.6%, Anime 12.4%, Funny 8.6%, Story Rich 8.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%
- #29 -The Sacrificial Girl of the Fantasy 3 Kingdoms-
78% matchVery Positive85% of 251 reviews2022
Dev: selenophobia
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
游戏《花园魔三国》是以萌娘化历史上著名的三国人物为特色的剧情冒险战斗的角色扮演游戏。 玩家和刘封、刘禅姐妹在神州大陆上与各个英雄人物交互。 游戏可以选择非常简单或者较为困难的战斗,大量的探索要素将会构筑一个精密细致的幻想世界。
Why similar: JRPG 26.6%, RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based 10.8%, Anime 10.7%, Adventure 8.3%
- #30 王国幻境 fantastic kingdom
79% matchMixed69% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: Yuna Studio
Windows
This is a relaxed and casual role-playing game. You will embark on a mysterious and fantasy journey, face unknown challenges and unpredictable battles, and discover secrets hidden deep in the kingdom.
Why similar: RPG 27.1%, RPGMaker 14.2% ★, JRPG 13.9%, Adventure 12.7%, Casual 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, indie-developed RPG that focuses on adventure and exploration in a whimsical fantasy world.
- #31 三国真龙传
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 540 reviews2024
Dev: 怪侠一枝梅工作室
Windows
本游戏希望能成为给所有热爱三国游戏玩家的一封情书。 本人从业游戏13年有余,一直想找回当时玩《吞食天地》,《口袋妖怪》,《仙剑》等RPG的感觉,但是市场上几乎没有。 于是自己开发了这款情怀游戏,如果喜欢玩以上游戏的玩家,一定能找回当年的感觉。 游戏从一开始和刘备从楼桑村开始,会一直持续到诸葛亮五丈原结束。玩家经过的每个场景,穿戴的每件装备、每个技能,都经过精心制作。同时本游戏非常注重细节和游玩时的体验。 如果你在本游戏游玩的过程中获得开心,产生共鸣,认可本作,那么就是这款游戏最大的荣幸。
Why similar: JRPG 30.7%, CRPG 16.7%, Anime 11.9%, Story Rich 10.6%, RPG 9.3%
- #32 猎魔者战纪
78% matchVery Positive80% of 121 reviews2019
Dev: Yuna Studio
Windows
这是一款轻松休闲的角色扮演游戏,和米娅一起冒险,发现深藏在王国深处的秘密。
Why similar: JRPG 23.8%, RPGMaker 19.9% ★, RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based 10.6%, Adventure 7.3%
- #33 My Holiday
77% matchVery Positive96% of 192 reviews2018
Dev: StellarXiela
Windows
画风清奇的RPG作品,故事讲述的是一个小学3年僧,随父母回老家的5天假期生活。在老家的小区你会遇到一群性格各异的小盆宇,展开一张并不是很激烈的假期冒险。
Why similar: RPGMaker 26.2% ★, JRPG 24.2%, RPG 9.7%, Funny 9%, Turn-Based 7.9%
- #34 令和罕见物语
76% matchVery Positive86% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: 哥布林软件
Windows
一部魔幻现实主义的视觉小说,一部荒诞主义的GalGame。
Why similar: JRPG 44.2%, RPG 13.5%, Anime 12.8%, Story Rich 12.4%, Cute 4.7%
- #35 猎魔战纪
75% matchVery Positive88% of 271 reviews2022
Dev: 水狗工作室
Windows · Mac
该游戏是一款独立制作的回合制RPG,喜欢回合制RPG的朋友一定不要错过!游戏中你可以体验逐步变强然后击败一个又一个强大BOSS的快感。每个角色可以选择不同的培养路线,你可以根据你自己的思路选择角色天赋,进行装备搭配,以及练习技能! 总之,如果你喜欢回合制RPG这个游戏你一定要尝试一下,我相信你玩了之后绝不会后悔!
Why similar: RPGMaker 25.2% ★, JRPG 19.4%, Turn-Based 16.5%, RPG 9%, Anime 7.1%
- #36 水母之夜
74% matchVery Positive99% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: 古早五花
Windows
一款剧情向角色扮演小游戏。
Why similar: JRPG 38.5%, RPGMaker 26.6% ★, Drama 16.3%, RPG 11.3%, Cute 3.8%
- #37 J8 Hero
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 283 reviews2024
Dev: 勾八Games
Windows
一款回合制角色扮演游戏
Why similar: JRPG 39.1%, RPG 13%, Story Rich 11.1%, Anime 7.5%, Funny 5.1%
- #38 梦魇:无归 Nightmare without return
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 625 reviews2022
Dev: 青衣工作室
Windows
This is a journey without return When you wake up... In the strange space, the bronze gate that eats people, the strange rules of the game, and the ever-changing nightmare world appear in front of you Everything starts from here
Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Drama 19.2%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Story Rich 8%
- #39 Pastelia Stories
75% matchMixed64% of 801 reviews2017
Dev: Maru Project Develop Team
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"Pastelia Stories" is a turn-based JRPG. You will be summoned into Pastelia world, and here begins your wonderful journey. Explore big world just like you want, pick any out of 30 companions, chose one of the story lines and factions to find your way back home.
Why similar: JRPG 37.6%, Turn-Based 14.6%, RPG 13.3%, Anime 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%
- #40 Doom & Destiny
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,415 reviews2015
Dev: Heartbit Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Be ready for the nerdiest adventure of your life! Journey with four everyday friends into this turn based hilarious jrpg filled with parodies and cameos! Explore a huge fantasy world full of secrets, monsters, dungeons and preposterous villains! Nerds are storming fantasy and it's awesome!
Why similar: RPGMaker 34.4% ★, RPG 19.9%, JRPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #41 Weirdlands
70% matchVery Positive98% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: Martin Mejak
Windows
A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.
Why similar: JRPG 35.5%, Anime 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, RPG 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #42 Artis Impact
67% matchVery Positive85% of 2,514 reviews2025
Dev: MasPub: Feuxon
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A fun turn-based RPG set in a future world of humans and AI. Play as Akane to explore vibrant locations, battle with simple yet fluid combat, and enjoy side quests full of charming surprises. With a playful, humorous style and clever details, this adventure is light, easy, and full of smiles.
Why similar: JRPG 37.7%, Story Rich 12.1%, RPG 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #43 祛魅·入灭(祛魅2)
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 56 reviews2018
Dev: LU QI
Windows
祛魅·入灭(祛魅2)是一款小清新像素风回合制角色扮演游戏,是祛魅系列历代作品中最好的一款。剧情发生在一代教化事件结束三个月后的极北之地,玩家将体验主角月泷烟的爱情与复仇,领略步步走向灭亡的不归路。
Why similar: JRPG 29.5%, Turn-Based 15%, Story Rich 9.5%, Anime 8.7%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #44 浮世万千之前世今生
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 111 reviews2020
Dev: 飞天大胖喵
Windows
"Floating world before the world this life" is an independent stand-alone game, this game is floating world myriad game series in the second.The game is a full-length xiuxian novel stream game, using the traditional turn-based combat system.
Why similar: JRPG 30.9%, CRPG 18.1%, Anime 12%, RPG 10.7%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #45 三国志·天下归心
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 97 reviews2025
Dev: 随浪游戏工作室
Windows
很荣幸能为大家带来由随浪游戏工作室开发制作的一款三国主题角色扮演游戏《三国志:天下归心》。
Why similar: JRPG 47%, RPG 21.1%, Drama 14.6%, Story Rich 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
- #46 时空传说:佣兵王战记
69% matchVery Positive86% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: 阳巅疯工作室
Windows
This is an RPG game with a Western magical background, which combines the gameplay of many ancient games, various mazes, and free exploration games!
Why similar: JRPG 43%, RPG 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Fantasy 7.4%, Adventure 7.4%
- #47 Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky
68% matchVery Positive93% of 2,565 reviews2021
Dev: DOMO StudioPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
*** This Game is only available in Chinese *** 《轩辕剑参外传 天之痕》是大宇资讯DOMO小组所制作的回合制角色扮演游戏,融合历史、神话、五行等要素,以妙趣横生的战斗系统、别具一格的水墨画风,呈现出一个跌宕起伏、百转千回的隋末传奇故事。
Why similar: RPG 32.8%, Story Rich 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Fantasy 13%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
- #48 吞食孔明传 Tunshi Kongming Legends
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,226 reviews2019
Dev: Sunny ShowPub: Phoenix Games
Windows
吞食孔明传是一款传统的回合制角色扮演独立游戏,讲述了东汉末年的战乱之中,诸葛孔明与刘关张三人从桃园结义开始至一统天下的传奇故事。八个章节的正统剧本,两百位武将登场,可加入玩家阵营突破五十名,二周目开启,百种天赋技能及成就待解锁。
Why similar: RPG 32.1%, RPGMaker 30.3% ★, Turn-Based 14.9%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 6.6%
- #49 CODE CRACKER 代码破译者
71% matchVery Positive90% of 160 reviews2019
Dev: 致意
Windows · Mac · Linux
Relive nostalgic dream of that golden old age with the retrospective graphic. In this game, you play as a college student who meets diverse characters and solve multiple puzzles together with them. The story unfolds in different ways corresponding to the choices you made along with the gameplay.
Why similar: RPG 47.8%, Adventure 22.6%, Casual 14.8%, Indie 14.7%
- #50 硅心_Silicon Heart——AI少女情人梦 _AI Girl Lovestory
68% matchVery Positive90% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: 呐呐呐制作组Pub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
超越程序化的爱——阿宅插画师与机器人少女的温馨恋爱喜剧!
Why similar: JRPG 40.4%, Anime 14.6%, RPG 13.6%, Funny 12.7%, Casual 4.6%
- #51 Dream Tactics
66% matchVery Positive93% of 654 reviews2024
Dev: Spectra Entertainment Inc.Pub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Dream Tactics is a GBA-styled strategy RPG with cunning card combos and deep character customization. Pick your party, manage cards to create unique playstyles, and outsmart hordes of pillows in turn-based combat to save the Dream World from its inevitable collapse.
Why similar: JRPG 43.9%, Anime 16%, RPG 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Adventure 6%
- #52 Breath of Death VII
70% matchVery Positive84% of 1,454 reviews2011
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 40.1 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!
Why similar: JRPG 56.4%, RPG 12.2%, Funny 11.8%, Turn-Based 6.6%, Retro 3.9%
- #53 HEARTBEAT
69% matchVery Positive85% of 621 reviews2018
Dev: CHUMBOSOFT LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.6 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 33.5% ★, RPG 19.3%, JRPG 12.8%, Anime 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #54 位面穿越者-三国传(A Bit Crosser-Three Kingdoms)
73% matchMostly Negative29% of 96 reviews2017
Dev: Gemini Stars GamesPub: psmint7
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 4.5 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 25.4% ★, JRPG 22.7%, RPG 9.6%, Funny 8.2%, Anime 6.7%
- #55 Eastward
65% matchVery Positive84% of 16,430 reviews2021
Dev: PixpilPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…
Why similar: JRPG 36.8%, Story Rich 15.5%, RPG 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Adventure 6.6%
- #56 Fated Souls
71% matchMixed55% of 82 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 34.1% ★, JRPG 21.9%, RPG 18.5%, Fantasy 7.8%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #57 Mr. Saitou
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 502 reviews2023
Dev: Laura Shigihara
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short game about an average white-collar worker who struggles to find meaning in a life full of constant overtime and isolation. After an accident lands him in the hospital, Mr. Saitou is spirited away to a strange fantasy world where an unexpected friend takes him on a life-changing adventure.
Why similar: JRPG 27.6%, Funny 12.1%, Story Rich 11.1%, Anime 10.6%, RPG 10.1%
- #58 夏日事件簿 Summer Fantasy
65% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Summer Fantasy
Windows
It is a story of going forward together with childhood sweetheart monsters and saving each other, accompanying each other to experience those sparkling youthful times that are both troublesome and joyful. There is unparalleled passion and warmth in the daily life of fighting and teasing each other.
Why similar: Anime 29%, RPG 24.9%, Story Rich 22.1%, Adventure 14.8%, Cute 4.2%
- #59 古咒迷途 (lost curse)
64% matchVery Positive96% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: 拙画翁
Windows
In a forgotten ancient world, this JRPG blends turn-based combat with novel-like storytelling, delivering thrilling adventures through mysteries and challenges.
Why similar: JRPG 34%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, CRPG 14.3%, RPG 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #60 枝江第一舞斗会
66% matchVery Positive84% of 231 reviews2022
Dev: BK0717Studio
Windows
舞斗会是一款像素风的格斗游戏,休闲有趣有梗。
Why similar: CRPG 32%, RPG 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Drama 14.6%, Cute 7.1%