- #1 Extravaganza Rising
97% matchMixed86% of 113 reviews2016
Dev: John Wizard
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Fortune favors those bold enough to collect and train tiny monsters.Three brave souls boldly descend into a town ridden with monsters, allies and everything in between. Driven only by the promise of powerful trinkets, unlimited treasure and almost certain death, they venture on.
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.2% ★, RPG 35.7%, Indie 14%
- #2 The Ember Saga: A New Fire
96% matchMixed50% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: TSGSPub: The Southern Gaming Syndicate
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 99%
A deep, story-driven experience where The Order, a powerful organization that has existed for over 3000 years, never interferes with the politics of the nations of Mörja. But everything is not as it seems, as The Order has a dark secret.
Why similar: RPGMaker 60.5% ★, RPG 29.7%, Indie 9.8%
- #3 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 55.1% ★, RPG 33.7%, Indie 11.2%
- #4 1914: Prelude to Chaos
94% matchMixed54% of 189 reviews2017
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Enter the year 1914, which will mark the beginning of the Great War. This Indie adventure RPG will show you the glory of dying empires, death, despair and chaos that hasshaken the world and finally put an end to the ancient European monarchies.
Why similar: RPG 84.5%, RPGMaker 15.5% ★
- #5 Valcarta: Rise of the Demon
93% matchMixed54% of 24 reviews2016
Dev: Blacksword Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Valak, a young man, is thrust into adventure on a seemingly normal day. This adventure changes depending on a single choice he is forced to make. What path will you choose? What side will you represent? Jump into the world of Valcarta and help Valak change its fate forever.
Why similar: RPGMaker 47.3% ★, RPG 45.3%, Indie 7.4%
- #6 DashBored
92% matchVery Positive81% of 335 reviews2016
Dev: Fading Club
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Enter a bizarre and idiosyncratic world! Adventure into the unknown, and defeat horrid monsters! A story of Love, Loss, and the end of the Multiverse.
Why similar: RPGMaker 46.2% ★, RPG 39.8%, Indie 14%
- #7 The fall of gods
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 57 reviews2015
Dev: GeexGames
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Old-school Action-RPG. The Fall of Gods is an indie game humbly inspired by Action-RPG you used to play on 16-bit consoles (zelda, secret of mana, alundra...). It was played by more than 75’000 gamers on PC and Xbox so far.
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.6% ★, RPG 42.8%, Indie 7.6%
- #8 Max, an Autistic Journey
91% matchMostly Positive80% of 114 reviews2016
Dev: Professional ImaginationPub: GPAC
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Max, an Autistic Journey is a retro style top-down turn-based RPG filled with mini games, monsters and most of all, heart. Developed by a devoted dad who made a game with his son about his son's autism.
Why similar: RPG 50.1%, RPGMaker 32.8% ★, Indie 17.1%
- #9 Machine Made: Rebirth
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 155 reviews2017
Dev: Proteus StudiosPub: Sometimes You
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Machine Made: Rebirth is a classic fantasy/sci-fi RPG, you will play as Tibby, an angelic girl lost in a world of advanced technology, magic and corruption. Having lost her memories, Tibby must find a way to rediscover her history and her true self to overthrow the evil Machine God that threatens the world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.4% ★, RPG 30.5%, Indie 20.1%
- #10 Samsa and the Knights of Light
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2015
Dev: AtixxPub: ClorithStudio
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%
BE THE HERO; OR NOT....IT'S UP TO YOU!Samsa and the Knights of Light is a RPG game, with 2D retro-style.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.9% ★, RPG 35.3%, Indie 12.8%
- #11 Dear RED - Extended
89% matchMixed65% of 395 reviews2016
Dev: Lee SangPub: Sometimes You
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Dear Red is a game based on two choices: Truth or Lie. Each of your choices will lead to a different result.
Why similar: RPGMaker 46% ★, RPG 27.7%, Indie 26.3%
- #12 Star Merc
88% matchMixed64% of 73 reviews2017
Dev: D247 GamesPub: New Worlds Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Star Merc is an open world rpg where player choices heavily affect outcomes and drastically change the storyline. The game is about exploring different planets, learning about the inhabitants and dealing with the different factions that like to think they control the universe.
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.7% ★, RPG 34.7%, Indie 15.6%
- #13 逝去的回忆3:四叶草之梦
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 650 reviews2019
Dev: 神族宝
Windows
This game does not support English. But if you buy and install this game, 625 eggs will be provided for the other game "Lost Memories 3 Side Stories". Only with this game installed will it work!
Why similar: RPGMaker 48.3% ★, RPG 37.7%, Indie 14%
- #14 Infinity Saga
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 29 reviews2016
Dev: ArcticFox223
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
You play as Tetra, a teenage boy living his days out as an college student. Tetra meets Autumn; a girl he first met on a social networking site and has grown fond of. Tetra is invited over to Autumn's house for the first time for a date night. However, the two find out that they are out of Autumn's favorite chips.
Why similar: RPGMaker 63.6% ★, RPG 26.7%, Indie 9.7%
- #15 Echoes of Aetheria
86% matchVery Positive84% of 179 reviews2016
Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Two nations finally achieve peace, marked by a momentous royal wedding. But just as they seal it with a kiss, a group of soldiers sabotage the wedding and kidnap the bride! Follow the story of Lucian, Ingrid, and Soha, as they uncover the secrets of the conspiracy and expose the true villains!
Why similar: RPG 45.7%, RPGMaker 37.8% ★, Indie 16.5%
- #16 Harmony of the bravest
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: LSGames
Windows
Harmony of the bravest is a game developed by RPG Maker MV. Fight againts strong enemies, save Armonia from a millennial prophecy and discover the truth about that! Bring your friends back with always different strategies in this turn based roleplay game!
Why similar: RPGMaker 54% ★, RPG 33.4%, Indie 12.7%
- #17 Above & Below
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Marcus Delekta
Windows
A semi-open world, story-driven RPG about how a search for one girl’s lost memory becomes a desperate struggle to defy prophetic destiny and uncover how the after-effects of a thousands-year-old war reshaped the fates of two intertwined worlds.
Why similar: RPGMaker 53.8% ★, RPG 34%, Indie 12.3%
- #18 Lucid Awakening 2
84% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2015
Dev: Momiji Studios
Windows
Play through an engaging and emotional story set in a deep world full of its own original mythology and history. Take advantage of the Dual Soul class system, switching between Pure and Veil classes in the heat of battle, to conquer challenging enemies and bosses.
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.6% ★, RPG 40.7%, Indie 14.7%
- #19 Maneki's Curse
82% matchMixed63% of 38 reviews2016
Dev: N.R. Burnette
Windows
In the realm of mortals, it is Gojun who reigns after killing the former god of war, Maneki. Now Maneki's soul is trapped in the Underworld--a rich labyrinth from which no soul can escape. But the former god of war's soul is unlike any other, and his vengeance has had a millennium to burn.
Why similar: RPG 45.9%, RPGMaker 38% ★, Indie 16.1%
- #20 Lord of the Seal
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2016
Dev: N-SoftPub: N-soft
Windows
Grid based first person RPG, dungeon crawler game.
Why similar: RPG 48.8%, RPGMaker 34.6% ★, Indie 16.6%
- #21 Memories of a Vagabond
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,249 reviews2014
Dev: Darkelite Studio IncPub: SA Industry
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
You play as a young mercenary and travel from soul to soul to avenge your fiance and her family. While finding a way to change the flow of past events, you will encounter many obstacles and meet new allies. Will you be brave enough?
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.9% ★, RPG 40.2%, Indie 7.9%
- #22 Tears of a Dragon
80% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2017
Pub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
We all have inner demons that sometimes tell us to do the wrong thing. Savage Dragoon is in a constant battle to conquer the darkness lurking within himself...Also known as his "Dark Passenger". Where his story ends...You Decide... This game is based on a true story, that being my own and my constant battle against depression.
Why similar: RPG 45.8%, RPGMaker 43.5% ★, Indie 10.7%
- #23 The Rising of the Shield Hero : Relive The Animation
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 281 reviews2019
Dev: KADOKAWA CORPORATIONPub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
Based on the work of Aneko Yusagi, the popular anime "The Rising of the Shield Hero" makes its RPG debut! Not only can you relive memorable scenes from the anime, but you can experience the battle system used by Naofumi, a hero who specializes in defense.
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.7% ★, RPG 41.5%, Indie 13.8%
- #24 Victim of Xen
81% matchMixed61% of 442 reviews2014
Dev: Barnes
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Follow Will as he becomes a victim of circumstance, after the frivolous royal witch turns him into a girl.
Why similar: RPGMaker 74.3% ★, RPG 23.3%, Indie 2.4%
- #25 Final Warrior Quest
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 42 reviews2018
Dev: The Game Brewery
Windows
Final Warrior quest is a parody JRPG. Developed entirely in Japan, thus making it a true Japanese Role-Playing Game. Recognizing the inherent foibles of the genre, Final Warrior Quest has tried to mitigate the annoyances while utilizing a humorous tone.
Why similar: RPGMaker 53.1% ★, RPG 34.5%, Indie 12.5%
- #26 Drayt Empire
79% matchMixed52% of 263 reviews2016
Dev: RPG VideoPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Drayt Empire is a classic RPG. Ronarke and Drayt, best Friends on an adventure to seek out and find the lost forbidden City of Rahland. On their travels they will encounter many challenges which will test their friendship and strength.
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.7% ★, RPG 31.8%, Indie 23.5%
- #27 Chronicles of Lurra
77% matchMixed50% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: Jaydon SchumackerPub: 404 Name Not Found Studios
Windows
The Chronicles of Lurra is a free to play RPG set in the fictional world of Lurra. You follow Trent, the main character as he is dragged from his home through time and space to the world of Lurra.
Why similar: RPGMaker 61.3% ★, RPG 38.7%
- #28 天岚行 - Through the Mist and Sky
74% matchVery Positive94% of 196 reviews2018
Dev: FHNBHJ
Windows
Between the Kingdoms of Fenn and Leceron sits the narrow neutral zone Mount Aer. With heroes, mystical beasts, and the surrounding legends, the mountain has attracted all but the most mundane, yet has veiled itself from the world, with nothing known except the countless myths.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.7% ★, RPG 35.1%, Indie 13.2%
- #29 Stargazer
78% matchMixed68% of 117 reviews2015
Dev: John WizardPub: Amaranth Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
When stargazer Zach watches the sky one night, he sees a star fall and land in the nearby woods. He rushes to check it out, only to find that out the star was actually a girl, and with her, magic returns to the world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 54.5% ★, RPG 45.5%
- #30 The Empire's Crisis
75% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Clayton Rowe
Windows
The Empire founded three centuries ago by Tyrell, Humanity's greatest champion, teeters on the edge of collapse. It falls to you, formerly a mercenary, to prevent their fears from coming to fruition, while experiencing the rich history and characters of this troubled land.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51% ★, RPG 49%
- #31 Corpo Tale
76% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2016
Dev: hamstercubePub: Gindie
Windows
You play as Martin, a Senior Test Engineer, working in a Test Department and it is Monday, yes... the dreadful Monday. From the beginning of the game you embark on an epic quest to make sure that things actually start working.PLEASE NOTE THAT THE GAME IS NOT YET AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH!
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.9% ★, RPG 48.1%
- #32 Forgotten Realm RPG
75% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2018
Dev: Triyo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a journey to rescue your future wife in this not-so-epic RPG. Discover what fate has in store for you and your friends.
Why similar: RPGMaker 54.1% ★, RPG 34.2%, Indie 11.8%
- #33 Project "Fire"
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 111 reviews2016
Dev: Distant AlliancePub: ElvenNeko
Windows
Welcome to "Project Fire" - free adventure\role-playing game! This game is for the people who love good stories, fantasy, sci-fi, steampunk universes, and tactical combat in jrpg style. And yes, it's free for everyone, and let no one be left behind!
Why similar: RPGMaker 59.2% ★, RPG 30.9%, Indie 9.9%
- #34 Kokurase Episode 1
73% matchVery Positive89% of 141 reviews2016
Dev: galantiPub: Vaka Game Magazine
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The Kokurase gang, also known as Cupid’s Helpers, is out to help freshman Sakura woo Yoshimitsu, a popular senior with every other girl in school vying for his heart. Switch between members to bring these two lovebirds together in an intertwining tale.
Why similar: RPGMaker 48.8% ★, RPG 38.3%, Indie 12.8%
- #35 神谋
71% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: 个人制作
Windows
Shenmou is a classic turn-based RPG game with European mythological content! Rich plot stories, gorgeous magic skills will bring you and the heroes together to join a game of God and Magic.
Why similar: RPGMaker 46.5% ★, RPG 39.3%, Indie 14.2%
- #36 Shining Orb Prequel
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: Vorge Studio
Windows
Another day stuck on this floating island under the oppression of the Elves. Another crafty plan to foil their magical dominion and free Humanity. Will you finally break your people from their shackles, or will the clash bring destruction for all? Play the prequel to Shining Orb and find out how it all began!
Why similar: RPGMaker 45.2% ★, RPG 40.3%, Indie 14.5%
- #37 Oswald's Adventure
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 32 reviews2017
Dev: Dede BayiPub: MLG Games
Windows
Follow Oswald in his short adventure to find his sister. Will he find her? Or is there a surprise waiting for him? There is only one way to find out! Good luck, adventurers.
Why similar: RPGMaker 50.9% ★, RPG 36.1%, Indie 13%
- #38 HorrorVale
54% matchVery Positive99% of 407 reviews2024
Dev: BatWorks Software
Windows
HorrorVale: A grand Spooktacular adventure about a girl, her dog, and her long journey to save him in a strange and horrifying Underworld.
Why similar: RPGMaker 48.2% ★, RPG 38.8%, Indie 13.1%
- #39 拯救大魔王2 Rescue the Great Demon 2
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 463 reviews2016
Dev: 吃了就睡工作室Pub: indienova
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Sino was controlled by human. Human made the rules, and annihilated every race that opposed them. Every race on this continent became slaves, except human.Demons had been enslaved for 80 years since their leader, the Great Demon was captured. This is where our story begins.
Why similar: RPG 44.2%, RPGMaker 41.2% ★, Indie 14.6%
- #40 Arevan
73% matchMixed48% of 66 reviews2015
Dev: Overcloud9Pub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arevan is an adventure RPG with an original storyline, enjoyable features and interesting game play. Travel with Maurean as he makes his way through challenging puzzles, gut-wrenching monsters, and intriguing side quests.
Why similar: RPGMaker 51.6% ★, RPG 36.4%, Indie 12%
- #41 You Are Not The Hero
73% matchMostly Negative23% of 40 reviews2015
Dev: ToMorning Productions
Windows
A new action platform RPG, inspired by all the people the heroes always ended up screwing over. Stupid heroes...
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.4% ★, RPG 38.1%, Indie 12.6%
- #42 Тридевятые земли(Свет или тьма)
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Играем вместе
Windows
"Проклятый змей! Я отомщу тебе за все загубленные тобой души! Ты слышишь меня, поганый ирод! Я приду за тобой! За твоей головой... "
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.4% ★, RPG 40.8%, Indie 14.7%
- #43 Moonstone Tavern - A Fantasy Tavern Sim!
72% matchMixed49% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: Trevor Jones
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
With the death of your aunt you have been left the once famous Moonstone Tavern. Unfortunately the tavern has seen better days. With only two functioning rooms, crumbling architecture, and an ever-diminishing reputation there is plenty of room for improvement.
Why similar: RPGMaker 53.1% ★, RPG 34%, Indie 13%
- #44 The End of an Age: Provenance
72% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Poetic Justice Studios
Windows
Set in a medieval fantasy world. This classic styled RPG aims to bring brilliant story telling and turn based combat back to the fore. Join us to see out 'The End of an Age'
Why similar: RPG 54.7%, RPGMaker 45.3% ★
- #45 Yukinas Diary
68% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: J_WGames
Windows
Experience the diary tale of Yukina and her companions – a legacy shaped by doubt, hope, and remembrance.
Why similar: RPGMaker 46.6% ★, RPG 38.9%, Indie 14.5%
- #46 Vidar
69% matchPositive88% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: Razbury Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
In the middle of a blizzard, a community's remaining citizens are forced to confront their impending deaths. Every night, a villager is killed, and the survivors are forced to alter their course in response. Every game creates a new, randomized story just for you.
Why similar: RPGMaker 54% ★, RPG 33.2%, Indie 12.8%
- #47 Sojourner
68% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2017
Dev: Madison Squirrel
Windows
Simultaneously a love letter to and a parody of classic role-playing games, Sojourner is the retro RPG that the world has been craving. Sojourner gracefully features everything you loved from the 8-bit RPGs of your childhood and leaves behind everything you didn't.
Why similar: RPGMaker 57.4% ★, RPG 35.5%, Indie 7.1%
- #48 Origin Of Destiny: Crimson Awakening
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 136 reviews2016
Dev: CloudTheWolf Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 29.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Sophie and Mike have been separated by an evil group and must now try and rejoin forces before taking on a great evil. But something more sinister is happening and may change the world forever!
Why similar: RPGMaker 64.9% ★, RPG 27.9%, Indie 7.2%
- #49 Mathoria: It All Adds Up
69% matchMixed61% of 99 reviews2016
Dev: Senshi.Labs
Windows
A free educational math RPG that caters to children. Helps in practicing basic addition skills through drills while adventuring in the land of Mathoria. Also aims to target educators and gamer parents alike, so that Mathoria can become a bonding tool between them and the children they care for.
Why similar: RPGMaker 43.7% ★, RPG 40.4%, Indie 15.9%
- #50 The Legends of Class one 嗨哥一班大冒险
66% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: BedeckeHimmelPub: Ningbing Games
Windows
One day, in a certain class of a technical school, an incident caused by the absence of class, the whole class was kidnapped by the teacher to a different world. But seven lucky ones escaped, and then they struggled with the teacher to save the class and return to the real world.
Why similar: RPGMaker 52.2% ★, RPG 35.5%, Indie 12.3%
- #51 DarkEnd
70% matchMixed52% of 355 reviews2014
Dev: Kodots Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Conquer the ever changing dungeons of DarkEnd and save the fall of humanity! Choose your heroes and venture into a world filled with numerous treasures, mysterious secrets and discover a haunting past in this 10+ hours of retro 2D Dungeon-Crawling!
Why similar: RPGMaker 69.9% ★, RPG 23%, Indie 7.1%
- #52 The Adventures of Kusoge
67% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: OctoberRaven
Windows
In the kingdom of Settingsland, the Tyrant King reigns supreme. According to prophecy, only one of the legendary Candy Cane Knights will be able to defeat the Tyrant King. In this comedy RPG adventure, step into the armor of Kusoge, accomplished user of the Candy Cane Greatsword style and one of the few who can properly wield peppermint...
Why similar: RPGMaker 49.9% ★, RPG 44.4%, Indie 5.7%
- #53 Torches of Fate
58% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: RoushTech, LLC
Windows
The land of Alga is being plagued by a strange outbreak of monsters but all is not lost. Follow the story of our four heroes. They will need your help to fight the ever growing evil. There is fighting, romance, cute lil foxes, an old man beating people with a shield, You know, standard RPG stuff.
Why similar: RPG 50.1%, RPGMaker 31.8% ★, Indie 18.1%