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  1. #1 Cthulhu Saves Christmas
    97% matchVery Positive91% of 338 reviews2019
    Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Eldritch horror saves Christmas for fun & profit in this fast-paced turn-based JRPG comedy.

    Why similar: JRPG 38.6%, Lovecraftian 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Comedy 13.4%, RPG 6.2%

  2. #2 Cosmic Star Heroine
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 1,029 reviews2017
    Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.

    Why similar: JRPG 44.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, RPG 9%, Comedy 7.9%

  3. #3 Cthulhu Saves the World
    96% matchVery Positive92% of 3,472 reviews2011
    Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!

    Why similar: JRPG 44.5%, Lovecraftian 26%, Comedy 17.2%, RPG 7.1%, Retro 2.4%

  4. #4 Ignis Universia: Eternal Sisters Saga DX
    95% matchVery Positive92% of 248 reviews2020
    Dev: Random Potion Oy
    Windows · Mac

    A short game with a long name. Mashes up JRPG battles with Visual Novel storytelling. Not entirely serious.

    Why similar: JRPG 32.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Anime 9.6%, Funny 9.4%

  5. #5 MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy
    94% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2026
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
    Windows

    Enroll in the Ancient Magic Academy and become a Great Mage in this charming dungeon-crawling RPG!

    Why similar: JRPG 34.3%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Anime 14.2%, RPG 13.2%, Comedy 11.4%

  6. #6 Ikenfell
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 1,237 reviews2020
    Dev: Happy Ray GamesPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    A turn-based tactical RPG about a group of troublesome magic students. Use timing mechanics to power your spells and block attacks, explore the twisted halls of a vast magic school, fight challenging monsters and bosses, and uncover dark secrets never meant to be found.

    Why similar: JRPG 29.4%, RPG 26.2%, Female Protagonist 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Retro 6.2%

  7. #7 Virgo Versus The Zodiac
    93% matchVery Positive92% of 948 reviews2019
    Dev: Moonana
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Dethrone the Zodiacs, revive the Golden Age and purge the Heretics that swarm the galaxy as Virgo, the queen of Purity, in this unforgiving timed actions turn-based JRPG.

    Why similar: JRPG 35.3%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, RPG 15.7%, Anime 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

  8. #8 Breath of Death VII
    92% 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 59.1%, RPG 12.6%, Comedy 11.5%, Funny 8.5%, Retro 4.7%

  9. #9 Fae Tactics
    91% matchVery Positive85% of 1,719 reviews2020
    Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.

    Why similar: RPG 47.9%, Female Protagonist 20%, JRPG 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%

  10. #10 LunarLux
    91% matchVery Positive95% of 432 reviews2023
    Dev: CosmicNobab GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Experience a sci-fi action-adventure RPG on the Moon in the year 30XX! Join Bella in a story of science, truth, justice, and trust, as she travels the silver globe to find a way to save humanity from Comet Coda! It's time to unleash your Lux!

    Why similar: JRPG 28.9%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Anime 13.6%, RPG 12.4%

  11. #11 Super Lesbian Animal RPG
    90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,865 reviews2022
    Dev: ponett
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Melody has decided to become a healer in this classic-inspired turn-based RPG about love, anxiety, and fighting funny-looking monsters in dungeons.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.2%, Turn-Based Combat 25.2%, RPG 16.5%, Funny 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

  12. #12 The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles
    89% matchVery Positive86% of 275 reviews2025
    Dev: Fix-a-Bug
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.2%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, RPG 15.8%, Funny 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

  13. #13 Heroines of Swords & Spells
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 660 reviews2020
    Dev: Kirillkrm
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Join a team of wayward heroines in Heroines of Swords & Spells, an epic and humorous turn-based combat JRPG with over 150,000 lines of dialogue, 20 hours of gameplay, and challenging battles. Navigate tough dungeons and uncover the rich lore of the world.

    Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, Female Protagonist 15%, RPG 9.7%, Anime 8.8%

  14. #14 WitchSpring R
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,906 reviews2023
    Dev: KIWIWALKS
    Windows
    Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!

    Why similar: JRPG 32.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.5%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, RPG 13.2%, Funny 12.2%

  15. #15 Storm Of Spears RPG
    87% matchMostly Positive73% of 603 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: Anime 30.3%, JRPG 25.9%, RPG 17.9%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

  16. #16 The Oni Sellsword
    86% matchVery Positive91% of 70 reviews2018
    Dev: Eric Baskin
    Windows

    A totally free, short-but-sweet RPG with an unlikely hero. Journey across worlds as Xavienne to save her best friend, the beautiful Princess La.

    Why similar: JRPG 33.5%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, RPG 10.9%, Anime 10.9%

  17. #17 Sweet Lily Dreams
    88% matchMixed51% of 158 reviews2014
    Dev: RosePortal GamesPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    The peaceful Realm of Dreams is about to be consumed by a terrible and maleficent nightmare. You must venture into the darkness and battle fearsome literary foes such as Hyde, the Headless Horseman and Dracula. Join Lily on a sugar-coated adventure about inner strength with a dark interior.

    Why similar: JRPG 36.8%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, RPG 17.7%, Anime 13.4%, Retro 6.3%

  18. #18 Heroes of Spyria
    85% matchVery Positive92% of 65 reviews2023
    Dev: Vesper Studios
    Windows

    A JRPG style fantasy game reminiscent of SNES classics. Guide Madilyn, Hiro and Winter as they embark on an epic quest to save Spyria from the mysterious LEGION.

    Why similar: JRPG 46.6%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  19. #19 Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures
    84% matchVery Positive91% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: Turkey GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
    Windows

    Join mage-in-training Lily on an epic adventure! Explore a multitude of worlds, including forests, deserts, and dungeons, in hopes of becoming a full-fledged mage!

    Why similar: JRPG 47.2%, Female Protagonist 20.6%, RPG 14.9%, Anime 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 3.9%

  20. #20 Bloomtown: A Different Story
    83% matchVery Positive85% of 1,498 reviews2024
    Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

    Why similar: JRPG 40.4%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Comedy 18%, RPG 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  21. #21 Weird and Unfortunate Things Are Happening
    82% matchVery Positive98% of 176 reviews2023
    Dev: Sapphire Dream Games
    Windows

    Join Alicia as she tries to save her niece from a city warped and twisted by otherworldly beings in this eccentric RPG.

    Why similar: JRPG 36.3%, RPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Combat 20.9%, Female Protagonist 19.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  22. #22 Serment - Contract with a Devil
    84% matchMostly Positive78% of 94 reviews2019
    Dev: Nkt StudioPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Serment - Contract with a Devil is a visual novel/dungeon crawler hybrid featuring highly tactical turn based RPG battles, challenging dungeon puzzles, optional minigames and most importantly, a lot of cute anime girls.

    Why similar: JRPG 27.3%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Anime 13.8%, RPG 12.4%

  23. #23 Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 406 reviews2022
    Dev: Colorgrave
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.5%, Funny 22.7%, Retro 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 15%, 2D 6.3%

  24. #24 Dream Tactics
    81% 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 46%, Female Protagonist 16%, Anime 15.9%, RPG 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  25. #25 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 12,226 reviews2015
    Dev: IDEA FACTORY Co., Ltd.Pub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!

    Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, Anime 17.8%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Comedy 10%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%

  26. #26 Artis Impact
    78% 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 33.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Comedy 14%, RPG 9.7%

  27. #27 Cosplay Club
    80% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2025
    Dev: Behold Studios
    Windows · Mac

    In this turn-based RPG you'll embark on the journey of becoming a Magical Girl cosplayer! But don't let this journey fool you, because this is not just roleplaying: your costumes will give you real life powers, and the world's fate will be in your hands!

    Why similar: JRPG 41.7%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, RPG 13.2%, Anime 9.1%

  28. #28 Weirdlands
    79% 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 37.2%, Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, Anime 11.7%, RPG 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

  29. #29 The World is Your Weapon
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 675 reviews2019
    Dev: kagayaPub: DWANGO Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Wells, pitfalls, houses, villagers, monsters (!?), anything around you can be a weapon! An action RPG that you've never seen before, you can fight with all the objects you see in the game. There are more than 300 kinds of weapons.Aim to complete the weapon gallery!

    Why similar: RPG 47.7%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Funny 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 2D 5.8%

  30. #30 Touhou: Fearless Frogslayer
    77% 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 35.2%, Turn-Based Combat 26.4%, RPG 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Funny 4.8%

  31. #31 Backspace Bouken
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 75 reviews2019
    Dev: RNG Party Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Type your way through absurd encounters and mysterious puzzles in this old-school typing dungeon crawler.

    Why similar: RPG 37.1%, JRPG 29.2%, Funny 9.4%, Comedy 8.5%, Female Protagonist 7.2%

  32. #32 Fantasy Maiden Wars - DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER -
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 533 reviews2025
    Dev: さんぼん堂Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
    Windows

    Command a legion of more than 70 beloved Touhou Project heroines on an expansive quest to uncover the cause of mysterious incidents blossoming throughout Gensokyo. Deploy units on grid-based maps to battle monsters with flashy Spell Cards, and conquer each stage with strategic mastery.

    Why similar: JRPG 54.2%, RPG 20.5%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Anime 4.9%

  33. #33 Sheep in Dreams
    77% matchMixed63% of 65 reviews2022
    Dev: Cham ProjectPub: OTAKU Plan
    Windows

    One day, mysterious sheep began to appear in Hitsuji-chan's house! And strange things happen around everyone in the city... When you dream, you can enter the dream dungeon. Let's capture the dream dungeon and solve the mysterious phenomenon!

    Why similar: JRPG 34.9%, RPG 13.6%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Anime 11.4%, Comedy 10.3%

  34. #34 Quartet
    72% matchVery Positive97% of 353 reviews2025
    Dev: Something Classic Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A series of unlikely train robberies. A mysterious deck of cards. A fleet of deadly airships. An accidental mage. Choose from four stories, in any order, and discover how they intertwine in this turn-based RPG.

    Why similar: JRPG 29.6%, Turn-Based Combat 19.2%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Anime 8.9%, RPG 8.5%

  35. #35 This Magical Girl is a B☆tch
    73% matchVery Positive99% of 144 reviews2024
    Dev: Pastel Magic
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A magical girl visual novel about giving middle-schoolers way too much power. Make (bad) choices, fight unexpected enemies, and maybe learn a lesson or two...

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.8%, Comedy 27.1%, Anime 20.5%, Funny 17.6%, 2D 5%

  36. #36 Reverie Knights Tactics
    76% matchMixed59% of 106 reviews2022
    Dev: 40 Giants EntertainmentPub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Reverie Knights Tactics is a turn-based tactical RPG with strategic battles in isometric grids where every decision can alter the story. Travel through a hand-drawn fantasy world and lead your heroes in a story-rich adventure, visual novel style!

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 44.5%, RPG 28.3%, Funny 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, 2D 5%

  37. #37 Helen's Mysterious Castle
    74% matchVery Positive93% of 918 reviews2016
    Dev: SatsuPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A young girl with a hidden past sets off on an epic and mysterious journey in hope of learning more about her own origins in this beautifully rendered, classic-style RPG adventure.

    Why similar: JRPG 31.2%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, RPG 16.1%, Anime 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%

  38. #38 The Tenth Line
    75% matchVery Positive83% of 151 reviews2017
    Dev: Sungazer Software LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A console-style RPG featuring a colorful cast of characters, unique battle and level-up systems, quick 2D platforming action, and an original, fantastical story about friendship, faith, and finding your place in the world.

    Why similar: JRPG 39%, Turn-Based Combat 21.4%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, RPG 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

  39. #39 Science Girls
    76% matchMixed67% of 164 reviews2014
    Dev: Spiky CaterpillarPub: Hanako Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 54 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Schoolgirls fight aliens with the power of science! Gather a team of science-themed specialists and defend your homeworld in classic turn-based combat.

    Why similar: JRPG 43.1%, Female Protagonist 19.2%, Anime 15%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, RPG 10.6%

  40. #40 Remnants Of Isolation
    75% matchVery Positive81% of 124 reviews2015
    Dev: Team IsolationPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Fight horrific enemies and utilize powerful spell fusions to overcome the cruel fate of mages and see the light of freedom.

    Why similar: JRPG 30.1%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Lovecraftian 14.9%, RPG 11.8%

  41. #41 Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 386 reviews2024
    Dev: Furniture & Mattress LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Find your way in a world of breezy, thoughtful puzzles, along a charming journey of self-discovery.

    Why similar: Comedy 28%, Funny 18.2%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, RPG 16.5%, 2D 8.4%

  42. #42 Viola: The Heroine's Melody
    73% matchVery Positive96% of 85 reviews2021
    Dev: Jelle van Doorne
    Windows

    Viola: The Heroine's Melody is the musical Platformer/RPG! After failing at violin practice for the hundredth time, Viola becomes trapped inside her instrument's fantastical world. Join her adventure to find her way back home, aided by the diverse ensemble of friends she meets along the way.

    Why similar: JRPG 37.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Funny 8.3%, RPG 6.1%

  43. #43 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
    72% 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 42.4%, Comedy 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, RPG 10.4%, Funny 9.8%

  44. #44 Demonschool
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 1,011 reviews2025
    Dev: Necrosoft GamesPub: Ysbryd Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Demonschool is a new-style tactics RPG where motion equals action. Defeat big weirdos in between the human and demon worlds as Faye and her misfit companions, while navigating university life on a mysterious island.

    Why similar: JRPG 35.1%, Turn-Based Combat 25.9%, Comedy 18.7%, Anime 10.6%, RPG 8.6%

  45. #45 Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 201 reviews2022
    Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Dive back into your NIS roots and experience a game that laid the foundation for the beloved Disgaea series with Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure. Sharper graphics and updated image optimization bring this classic title into the present!

    Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Comedy 15.3%, RPG 12.3%, Anime 12.2%, Female Protagonist 11%

  46. #46 Wander Stars
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 158 reviews2025
    Dev: Paper Castle GamesPub: Fellow Traveller
    Windows

    Unleash custom attacks by combining words in this Super! Anime! Turn-Based! RPG! Collect all 200 words, earn Pep Ups from honorable victories and become a Kiai master. Befriend your rivals, uncover dark mysteries, and seek out the pieces of the Wanderstar map in a wild race across the universe.

    Why similar: JRPG 32.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Anime 15.6%, RPG 12.4%

  47. #47 Sorcery Saga: Curse of the Great Curry God
    74% matchMixed69% of 126 reviews2018
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Join Pupuru, a hard working student, on a delectable roguelike adventure filled with excitement, humour, thrills and all the curry you can eat as you quest to save your favourite local curry restaurant from being swallowed up by the big bad curry chain that's moved into town!

    Why similar: JRPG 37.3%, Female Protagonist 15%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Comedy 9.8%, RPG 9.6%

  48. #48 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 3,334 reviews2015
    Dev: Idea Factory
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 61.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Gamindustri has been taken over by a new threat, and the CPUs are nowhere to be found! It’s now up to their younger sisters to step into the spotlight and save the day in this hilarious, deeply customizable JRPG!

    Why similar: JRPG 34%, Anime 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Comedy 10.2%

  49. #49 Manafinder
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 88 reviews2022
    Dev: Wolfsden LLC
    Windows · Mac

    Take the role of a manafinder in this console-style turn-based RPG set in the beautiful but unforgiving world of Aevi. Fight your way against ferocious beasts and other threats in the quest for manastones as you define the fate of the exiled.

    Why similar: JRPG 37.3%, Turn-Based Combat 20.8%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, RPG 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  50. #50 You Are NOT Bunnygirl
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 87 reviews2025
    Dev: (Just)JordanPub: Jordan Peloquin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Guide Bunnygirl through a lab of malfunctioning robots in this RPG about self-care! Learn how to weaponize her emotions in combat and meet unhinged robots who seem to know more about her than she does. Can you protect Bunnygirl? And...who is she, anyway??

    Why similar: JRPG 34.1%, Turn-Based Combat 22.4%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, RPG 10.7%, Funny 8.5%

  51. #51 Terrain of Magical Expertise
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 164 reviews2021
    Dev: NEO-C Productions L.L.CPub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Terrain of Magical Expertise is a game about a game! Take on the role of a White-Hat Hacker in this non-linear, story-driven, RPG adventure, featuring an original turn-based combat system, hundreds of unique enemies, and a full cast of voice actors. Do all it takes to win the Campaign of Champions!

    Why similar: JRPG 48.3%, Comedy 20%, RPG 18.6%, Funny 8.9%, 2D 4%

  52. #52 Cradle of Nightmare : Flowers to you
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 662 reviews2025
    Dev: 红锈雨
    Windows

    Cradle of Nightmare: Flowers to You is an adventure game featuring a turn-based ATB system. Step into the shoes of Yue Qing, an ordinary high schooler thrust into a world of darkness as an otherworldly force tears reality asunder. Navigate a ruined world and end the filth festering within humanity.

    Why similar: JRPG 35.1%, Turn-Based Combat 33.2%, RPG 16.8%, Anime 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

  53. #53 Mrs. Santa's Gift Hunt
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2020
    Dev: Tuomo LainePub: Tuomo's games
    Windows

    Mrs.Santa's Gift Hunt is a short JRPG colecthathon, where you must find missing presents. Multiple endings and an adventure awaits you. Can you find all the presents?

    Why similar: JRPG 35.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Anime 9.1%, Funny 8.5%

  54. #54 The Kotonoha Sisters and the Legend of Lysant Island
    68% matchVery Positive94% of 155 reviews2021
    Dev: DeskClub Games
    Windows

    This game is a turn-based action RPG that moves around in a 3D space where you can enjoy various scenery with cute 2D characters. Operate the Kotonoha sisters and explore a fun and mysterious island!

    Why similar: Comedy 39.6%, Female Protagonist 31%, RPG 27.4%, Singleplayer 2.1%

  55. #55 Aveyond 3-1: Lord of Twilight
    71% matchMixed69% of 179 reviews2014
    Dev: Amaranth Games, LLCPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    Journey across a massive world on a quest to thwart a power-crazed lunatic who wants to enslave humanity! Two hundred years ago, a sorcerer attempted to fulfill a dark prophecy that would see him rule the world.

    Why similar: JRPG 31%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, Comedy 17%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, RPG 7.4%

  56. #56 Tear and the Library of Labyrinths
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 353 reviews2020
    Dev: AcerolaPub: Kagura Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The twin sisters Tear and Lumiere enjoy a happy life running their clinic. But when a demon abducts her sister, Tear must summon her courage to venture through worlds within magical tomes to bring her sister home safe.

    Why similar: JRPG 42.9%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Anime 12.8%, RPG 11.7%

  57. #57 Märchen Forest
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 391 reviews2021
    Dev: PrimaryOrbitPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.

    Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, RPG 25.6%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Anime 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%

  58. #58 Doom & Destiny
    67% 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: Turn-Based Combat 26.7%, RPG 25.2%, Comedy 21.3%, JRPG 18.8%, Funny 3.4%

  59. #59 Hero King Quest: Peacemaker Prologue
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2022
    Dev: Sounding Stone / 老奉毊
    Windows

    A short "classic" JRPG. Play the role of the Dark Lord's sister, slay the Hero King, and take the first step in conquering humankind.

    Why similar: JRPG 29.2%, Turn-Based Combat 19.3%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Anime 9.8%, RPG 9.7%

  60. #60 Under The Island
    63% matchVery Positive93% of 459 reviews2026
    Dev: Slime King GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
    Windows

    Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.

    Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.2%, Comedy 27.4%, RPG 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, 2D 5.6%

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