- #1 Cassette Beasts
97% matchVery Positive94% of 10,872 reviews2023
Dev: Bytten StudioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!
Why similar: JRPG 16.4%, Party-Based RPG 15.6%, Creature Collector 15.4%, Lore-Rich 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%
- #2 Nexomon: Extinction
96% matchVery Positive90% of 4,019 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.
Why similar: Creature Collector 35.9%, Turn-Based Combat 20.3%, RPG 7.4%, Top-Down 6.3%, Family Friendly 5.6%
- #3 EvoCreo
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.
Why similar: Creature Collector 24.5%, JRPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Anime 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #4 Bloomtown: A Different Story
95% matchVery Positive86% of 1,566 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.6 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 21%, Party-Based RPG 19.7%, Creature Collector 17.3%, Lore-Rich 15%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #5 Anode Heart
94% matchVery Positive91% of 459 reviews2023
Dev: Stove Powered Games
Windows · Mac
A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.
Why similar: Creature Collector 25.6%, JRPG 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Turn-Based Combat 6.6%, RPG 6.3%
- #6 Disc Creatures
94% matchVery Positive83% of 235 reviews2019
Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Humans live alongside creatures, each with different personalities, abilities, and moral codes. The invention of the DiscKid has changed life for everyone. Humans can copy creatures and use their power to help others and solve mysteries around the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 19.6%, JRPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Anime 7.3%
- #7 Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code
93% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2023
Dev: George Alexandros
Windows
Explore a vibrant world where ancient religions fuse with technology in this character-driven JRPG. Master deep turn-based combat as you battle with divine magic against beasts with mecha parts. Embark on a grand adventure to retrieve the sacred Babel code needed to face your Gods.
Why similar: JRPG 19.8%, Lore-Rich 16.6%, Party-Based RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Anime 8.9%
- #8 Frameland: A Binary Tale
92% matchVery Positive98% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Team Frameland
Windows · Mac
A turn-based retro-inspired RPG you can complete over the weekend. Perfect your timing in combat, uncover secrets, and interact with a rich world and its characters in a gripping story told from two perspectives.
Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Story Rich 10.6%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%, RPG 7.6%
- #9 Hylics 2
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,499 reviews2020
Dev: Mason Lindroth
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A surreal RPG with a unique graphical style and droll scenario.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.6%, Turn-Based Combat 23.7%, JRPG 18.8%, RPG 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%
- #10 Eastward
90% matchVery Positive84% of 16,516 reviews2021
Dev: PixpilPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 34.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Story Rich 15.1%, RPG 8.8%, Cute 7.2%
- #11 Forever Home
91% matchVery Positive92% of 185 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: JRPG 44.5%, RPG 27.9%, Adventure 13.9%, Indie 13.7%
- #12 Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout
89% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Collectors
Windows · Linux
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.
Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Creature Collector 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Story Rich 9.8%, Anime 9.5%
- #13 WitchSpring R
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 8,064 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 24.9 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 33.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Cute 13.2%, Anime 11.9%, RPG 10.4%
- #14 Monster Sanctuary
88% matchVery Positive91% of 12,542 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.3%, JRPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #15 Evoland 2
89% matchVery Positive87% of 3,892 reviews2015
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Evoland 2 is an unique RPG, with its graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through a deep storyline based on time travel.
Why similar: RPG 23.3%, JRPG 22%, Story Rich 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Adventure 9.8%
- #16 Artis Impact
86% matchVery Positive85% of 2,560 reviews2025
Dev: MasPub: Feuxon
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 27.4%, Lore-Rich 25.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Story Rich 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #17 Portal Fantasy
86% matchMixed66% of 257 reviews2025
Dev: Portal Fantasy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Journey through an epic storyline, collecting creatures to aid you in turn-based battles, avoiding traps and solving puzzles, completing thrilling quests, and uncovering the darker history of Pyli Kingdom in this RPG with a unique modern take on a classic beloved genre.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.6%, JRPG 28.6%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Story Rich 9.8%, RPG 8.1%
- #18 Hylics
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,825 reviews2015
Dev: Mason Lindroth
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Hylics is a recreational program with light JRPG elements.
Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Indie 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #19 Siralim Ultimate
84% matchVery Positive93% of 2,498 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.2%, Party-Based RPG 30.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, RPG 6.9%
- #20 Beloved Rapture
84% matchVery Positive84% of 273 reviews2024
Dev: Rapturous StudioPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Beloved Rapture is an indie jRPG inspired by the classics. Explore beautiful landscapes, fight in turn-based battles, and uncover many secrets. This mid-length adventure balances both an intimate coming of age story, and larger threats looming over the troubled kingdom.
Why similar: JRPG 24%, Party-Based RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Anime 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #21 Coromon
83% matchVery Positive85% of 7,920 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.3%, JRPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Anime 6.7%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #22 LumenTale: Memories of Trey
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,236 reviews2026
Dev: Beehive StudiosPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
LumenTale: Memories of Trey is a captivating Monster Collector RPG set in a beautiful and enchanting world. Follow Trey as he embarks on an adventure to recover his missing memories and make new ones with the Animon.
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.5%, JRPG 24.8%, Lore-Rich 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #23 Heroines of Swords & Spells 2
81% matchVery Positive94% of 273 reviews2025
Dev: Kirillkrm
Windows
A game for players who adore humorous fantasy adventures. A sprawling turn-based JRPG offering 50 hours of meticulously crafted plot, engaging quests, and no unnecessary grind. Four gorgeous yet utterly misguided heroines set out on perilous yet wildly entertaining adventures.
Why similar: JRPG 23.6%, Lore-Rich 20.1%, Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Anime 11.1%, Story Rich 8.4%
- #24 Abomi Nation
82% matchVery Positive83% of 137 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!
Why similar: Creature Collector 31.1%, Party-Based RPG 27.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.7%, RPG 7.3%, Family Friendly 6.8%
- #25 HEARTBEAT
81% matchVery Positive85% of 622 reviews2018
Dev: CHUMBOSOFT LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: RPG 20.3%, Anime 18.5%, JRPG 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Cute 9.3%
- #26 Nexomon
80% matchVery Positive89% of 1,817 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!
Why similar: Creature Collector 58.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, RPG 11.6%, Anime 5.6%, Adventure 5.5%
- #27 EvoCreo 2
79% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 300 unique monsters, explore a vast world, complete 50+ quests, and master a deep battle system in this offline-friendly, story-rich monster capture RPG. Journey as a cadet in the world of Shoru, where monsters known as Creo are vanishing. Catch the perpetrators before it's too late.
Why similar: Creature Collector 23.9%, JRPG 22.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Anime 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #28 Battle Chasers: Nightwar
79% matchVery Positive87% of 7,357 reviews2017
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 38.1%, JRPG 35%, RPG 16.7%, Story Rich 3.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #29 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,042 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 44.5 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 31.4%, Creature Collector 23.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Anime 7%, RPG 5.7%
- #30 Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,958 reviews2019
Dev: Moonsprout GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.9%, JRPG 23.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Anime 8.9%, Story Rich 7.5%
- #31 Kor
77% matchVery Positive96% of 69 reviews2021
Dev: Goadstool
Windows
Kor is a retro RPG with a variety of eccentric characters, goofy dialog, and turn-based combat where - in addition to strategizing - players must skillfully execute button combos in order to make attacks!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, RPG 12.9%, Top-Down 11%, 2D 7.6%
- #32 Axial Disc 1
77% matchVery Positive92% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Sawyer FriendPub: Gem Games
Windows
A modern turn-based deckbuilding JRPG involving party synergy for attacks that features unique pixel art and chiptune music!
Why similar: JRPG 21%, Party-Based RPG 20.1%, Lore-Rich 16.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Anime 8.9%
- #33 Visions of Mana
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,681 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 22.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 27.3%, Party-Based RPG 24.8%, Lore-Rich 18%, Anime 7.6%, RPG 6.6%
- #34 Ignis Universia: Eternal Sisters Saga DX
76% 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 30.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Anime 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Story Rich 8%
- #35 Ekorella Vol 1
74% matchVery Positive100% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Rockmaker TeamPub: ZNT Productions
Windows
A turn-based RPG set in a fantastic society of plants and animals. Fight against monsters and visit exotic places that have their unique culture and history. Beware of what lurks in the darkness...
Why similar: JRPG 33.7%, Story Rich 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, RPG 10.7%, Top-Down 8.4%
- #36 Tomomon
75% matchMostly Positive71% of 124 reviews2024
Dev: ManicBuild Studio
Windows
Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 28.1%, Party-Based RPG 25.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, RPG 5.3%
- #37 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
71% matchVery Positive90% of 3,488 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.5%, Story Rich 14.7%, RPG 11.8%, Cute 10.7%, Adventure 6%
- #38 The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles
72% matchVery Positive84% of 283 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 25.5%, Story Rich 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, RPG 11.1%, Top-Down 10.2%
- #39 The Book of Legends
76% 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: JRPG 35%, Anime 19.9%, RPG 19.3%, Story Rich 6.5%, Indie 5.9%
- #40 Serment - Contract with a Devil
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 94 reviews2019
Dev: Nkt StudioPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.3 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 28.3%, Anime 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, RPG 9.6%, Party-Based RPG 8.6%
- #41 Monster Crown: Sin Eater
71% matchVery Positive87% of 187 reviews2026
Dev: Studio Aurum
Windows
Hand-craft your team of perfect Monsters and wage a one-man war against fate and the world in the Crown Nation! With a True Crossbreeding system, every Monster is entirely your own!
Why similar: JRPG 20.5%, Creature Collector 19.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Anime 8.7%
- #42 Chained Echoes
70% matchVery Positive89% of 7,983 reviews2022
Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.
Why similar: JRPG 34.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, RPG 14%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Party-Based RPG 9.6%
- #43 Tangledeep
73% matchVery Positive82% of 1,476 reviews2018
Dev: Impact Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, RPG 14.2%, Top-Down 13.1%, Cute 11.7%
- #44 Gears of Dragoon: Fragments of a New Era
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: NinetailPub: JAST
Windows
Dungeon crawl through a magical JRPG world. Turn-based battles, waifu romance, and visual novel choices await!
Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Anime 12.5%, RPG 9.9%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #45 Pluralys
69% matchVery Positive95% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: Ivalys Studios
Windows · Mac
Pluralys is an RPG focused on exploration, comedy and intrigue. You play Elie, a young person living a peaceful life, until unexpected visitors arrive and change everything. What seems like a quiet, cozy story hides a deeper mystery and many other adventures to discover.
Why similar: JRPG 36.1%, Lore-Rich 18%, Story Rich 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #46 Beasties - Monster Trainer Puzzle RPG
73% matchMixed46% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: rokaplay
Windows
Beasties is a lovingly 🧡 hand-drawn 2D monster trainer game with a turn-based puzzle combat, where you take on the role of a Beastie trainer.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.7%, Turn-Based Combat 21.5%, Anime 14.9%, Family Friendly 5.5%, 2D 5.4%
- #47 Quartet
67% matchVery Positive96% of 377 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 19.5%, Lore-Rich 17.6%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Anime 7.1%
- #48 Furquest
70% matchVery Positive88% of 120 reviews2023
Dev: bitter
Windows
A bitter RPG where every enemy has their own unique minigame, and where there are two sides to every soul: Main and Invert!
Why similar: Story Rich 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, RPG 15.9%, Lore-Rich 11.7%, Cute 8.1%
- #49 The Princess' Heart
73% matchMixed62% of 63 reviews2015
Dev: RosePortal GamesPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
With a style inspired by Earthbound and Final Fantasy 3, The Princess' Heart features up to 15 hours of epic fantasy gameplay. Follow Princess Aerin on a quest to defeat her demons, both literal and metaphorical, in this light-hearted tale of hope and love.
Why similar: JRPG 22%, Party-Based RPG 21.6%, Demons 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Anime 7.6%
- #50 Super Lesbian Animal RPG
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,892 reviews2022
Dev: ponett
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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: Party-Based RPG 30.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Story Rich 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, RPG 6.8%
- #51 Flowstone Saga
69% matchVery Positive82% of 241 reviews2024
Dev: Impact Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master a totally unique puzzle-battle system in this 16-bit, JRPG-inspired adventure featuring an epic story, charming characters, stunning pixel art, and epic music. Follow a grand story set in the mysterious Ocean's End islands full of lost memories, ancient ruins, pirates, treasures, and frogs.
Why similar: JRPG 33.1%, Party-Based RPG 28.4%, Story Rich 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, RPG 7.8%
- #52 Terrain of Magical Expertise
71% 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 38%, Party-Based RPG 35.7%, RPG 10.9%, 2D 5.4%, Adventure 5.4%
- #53 Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess
70% matchVery Positive88% of 64 reviews2023
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Join Kururu on her journey to find true love and experience the charm of Rhapsody II's storybook adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Party-Based RPG 20.7%, Creature Collector 19.7%, Anime 8.6%, RPG 6%
- #54 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,306 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 48.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Anime 10.3%, RPG 8.9%, Indie 4.7%
- #55 Meg's Monster
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,307 reviews2023
Dev: Odencat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Take control of the Underworld’s grumpiest ghoul to help a lost little girl find her way home in this creepy-cute indie adventure. Just be warned: if she cries, the whole world dies.
Why similar: JRPG 39.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Story Rich 9.5%, RPG 7.1%, 2D 5.7%
- #56 Nuumonsters
67% matchMixed61% of 67 reviews2026
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! Play as Yana or Yasaka in a short and sweet adventure to become the strongest trainer in the Hana region!
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.4%, JRPG 23.8%, Party-Based RPG 23.2%, RPG 6.9%, Story Rich 6.1%
- #57 Demonschool
64% matchVery Positive92% of 1,061 reviews2025
Dev: Necrosoft GamesPub: Ysbryd Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 34.1%, Turn-Based Combat 23.4%, Anime 12.4%, Story Rich 11.1%, RPG 6.2%
- #58 Terra Memoria
66% matchVery Positive84% of 465 reviews2024
Dev: La MoutardePub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A shortage of magic crystals and the sudden awakening of ancient robots leads six new friends on an incredible investigation across Terra – a cozy and fantastic world that combines 3D and pixel art.
Why similar: JRPG 25.2%, Party-Based RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Story Rich 7.5%, Family Friendly 7.2%
- #59 Aethermancer
63% matchVery Positive91% of 2,493 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: JRPG 26.2%, Party-Based RPG 25.7%, Creature Collector 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, RPG 6.1%
- #60 Mondealy
65% matchVery Positive94% of 628 reviews2023
Dev: uglycoalPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Mondealy is about you building relationships and exploring the world. An ordinary guy from an ordinary town on an ordinary day uncovers the secrets of an extraordinary underground kingdom located under his home. Your adventure begins!
Why similar: Story Rich 20.4%, Anime 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, RPG 10.4%, Top-Down 9.9%