Games Like Yakuza: Like a Dragon

Two larger-than-life heroes, Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu are brought together by the hand of fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Live it up in Japan and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an RPG adventure so big it spans the Pacific.

Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Turn-Based 13.4%, RPG 6.2%, Adventure 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It directly continues Ichiban’s story with the same hilarious-yet-heartfelt tone, party-based turn-based combat, and side-content-packed urban RPG structure.

ERASE YOUR PAST TO PROTECT YOUR FUTURE Once a legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu faked his own death and abandoned his name for the sake of protecting his family. Now, he is thrust into conflict by a mysterious figure attempting to drive him out of hiding.

Why similar: JRPG 24.7%, Action 12.9%, Open World 12.4%, Violent 10.2%, Story Rich 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same world, underworld intrigue, and dense side-activity formula while filling in key story threads around Like a Dragon’s events.

Fight for the truth and uncover the twisted crime running deep beneath the surface of Tokyo. In this legal thriller , the balance between justice and mercy teeters on the edge.

Why similar: Crime 45.3%, Adventure 18.8%, Action 17.7%, Drama 12.8%, Third Person 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its detective spin on the RGG formula offers the same modern-Japan street drama, emotional storytelling, and tons of weird, funny side cases.

Step into Japan's criminal underworld in this explosive action brawler starring legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu, who is hellbent on unraveling the truth around his daughter's tragic accident.

Why similar: JRPG 14.6%, Crime 13%, RPG 12.6%, Open World 11.4%, Action 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is another emotional, story-heavy entry built around modern Japanese city life, crime-family drama, and heartfelt side stories.

When a police officer discloses the murder of the student teacher who bullied his son to suicide, the twisted secrets of a Yokohama, high school bleed out. Nothing, in this case, is black and white.

Why similar: Crime 45.1%, Adventure 18.8%, Action 17.5%, Drama 13.2%, Third Person 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the same city-sandbox energy and tonal balance as Like a Dragon while adding one of the strongest character-driven stories in the broader series.

Face off against the most powerful yakuza in the Kansai region of Japan in an explosive conflict between rival clans, loaded with brutal brawling action, immersive exploration, and unforgettable experiences.

Why similar: RPG 23.8%, Crime 16.1%, Action 11.2%, Open World 11.1%, Adventure 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: It nails the same blend of yakuza melodrama, heartfelt character moments, and absurd urban side content that makes Like a Dragon so memorable.

Unwind a 10 billion yen conspiracy in Tokyo's red-light district, fueled by your fists and unyielding resolve that will make you a legend.

Why similar: RPG 22.9%, Crime 15.3%, Action 10.7%, Open World 10.5%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same core RGG appeal of betrayal, criminal politics, substories, and a compact city full of memorable distractions.

Don the clothes and weaponry of the elite to become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma. Draw your blade and join the revolution in this heated historical adventure.

Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 10.3%, Violent 8.9%, Open World 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Even in a historical setting, it preserves the same over-the-top humor, dramatic storytelling, progression systems, and side-activity addiction.

Get ready for a Yakuza experience of unprecedented scale! Follow five characters across five Japanese cities, each trying to achieve their dream. The connections between them bring them together, but the conflict that unfolds is nothing any of them could have predicted.

Why similar: Crime 14.8%, JRPG 13.2%, Open World 11.5%, RPG 10.8%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its sprawling multi-city structure, dramatic crime plotting, and mountain of minigames capture the same bigger-than-life series energy.

Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways!

Why similar: JRPG 34.2%, Turn-Based Combat 23.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, RPG 11.4%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish turn-based combat, lovable misfit party, big emotional swings, and modern-Japan setting make it one of the best non-RGG matches.

When a dark secret brings a loan shark, a death-row inmate, a corrupt cop and the legendary yakuza Kazuma Kiryu together the resulting war in Kamurocho might level the district to the ground.

Why similar: RPG 12.8%, JRPG 12.8%, Crime 12.3%, Open World 11.4%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: The ensemble cast and conspiracy-heavy plot echo Like a Dragon’s party-focused storytelling and layered underworld drama.

Kazuma Kiryu has earned his retirement on the sandy beaches of Okinawa. But when a deadly power struggle arrives on his doorstep, he’ll have to walk the streets of Kamurocho to escape his past for good. Complete The Dragon of Dojima’s journey.

Why similar: JRPG 15.8%, Crime 12.4%, RPG 11.4%, Open World 11%, Action 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers more of the series’ signature mix of sincere character drama, goofy substories, and open-district exploration.

The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.

Why similar: JRPG 34.5%, Turn-Based Combat 26%, RPG 15.9%, Story Rich 6.9%, Funny 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: If the turn-based battles and big-hearted party adventure were your favorite parts, this is one of the best traditional JRPG follow-ups.

A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.

Why similar: JRPG 35.6%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, RPG 11.9%, Story Rich 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers exceptional party chemistry, a mix of comedy and serious drama, and the same sense of growing attached to a tight-knit crew.

Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.

Why similar: JRPG 38%, Turn-Based 24.4%, RPG 17.7%, Story Rich 8.9%, Adventure 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is a great pick if you want deeper turn-based systems and a modern-Japanese atmosphere, even if it is less comedic and more intense.

The spriggan known as Van Arkride, an underground professional, accepts any job, acting as detective, negotiator, or bounty hunter. Dive into the Trails series' latest chapter with intense combat, beautiful visuals, and a new alignment system in Calvard!

Why similar: JRPG 42.1%, RPG 27.1%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its adult cast, underworld themes, city-focused questing, and strategic battles make it unusually close in tone and structure for a non-RGG RPG.

Explore a supernatural RPG with stylish summoners and dark dangers lurking under the neon lights of a cyberpunk Japan. It is up to Ringo, an agent of Aion, to save the world from apocalypse.

Why similar: JRPG 34.8%, Turn-Based Combat 24.5%, RPG 21.2%, Turn-Based 5.2%, Story Rich 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is another urban, adult-skewing JRPG with stylish turn-based combat and a party of outsiders navigating a dangerous city.

Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!

Why similar: JRPG 37.3%, Great Soundtrack 17.5%, RPG 15.5%, Story Rich 8.6%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Even with real-time combat, it keeps the modern-Japan road-trip vibe, party chemistry, and stylish storytelling Persona fans love.

SEGA®’s most requested re-release of all time finally comes to a new generation. Shenmue delivers an epic story of revenge within a unique open world that is still unrivalled in depth and detail. Return to the epic saga that defined modern gaming. The saga begins…again.

Why similar: Open World 21.1%, RPG 19.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, Story Rich 12.7%, Adventure 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its detailed Japanese streets, quirky diversions, and grounded criminal intrigue clearly overlap with the everyday-world charm Yakuza fans love.

With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.

Why similar: JRPG 29.1%, Turn-Based 24.8%, Turn-Based Combat 23%, RPG 12.1%, Story Rich 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its modern-Japan backdrop, party-based combat, and balance of serious plot with playful side content make it a strong tonal fit.

When Lloyd Bannings is assigned to Crossbell's Special Support Section, he and his new teammates must prove themselves as they fight to overcome the injustice of a city gripped by corruption.

Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, Turn-Based Combat 26.1%, RPG 20.3%, Story Rich 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its city-centric structure, lovable team, and balance of light banter with organized-crime and political storylines feel surprisingly close in spirit.

The Definitive Edition of the critically acclaimed, award winning open-world action adventure, reworked, rebuilt and re-mastered for the new generation. With all previously available DLC included and a wealth of tech and visual improvements, Hong Kong has never felt so alive.

Why similar: Open World 32.6%, Crime 28.9%, Action 11.5%, Story Rich 9.7%, Adventure 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: While it is action-driven, it captures the same street-level crime saga, underworld politics, and open-city side-activity appeal.

Shenmue III sees the eagerly anticipated continuation of the epic story-driven saga. Take control of Ryo Hazuki, a teenage martial artist, determined to unravel the mystery behind his father's murder and to exact revenge on the killer.

Why similar: Adventure 26.2%, Open World 24.7%, Action 23.4%, Story Rich 12%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is slower and rougher than Yakuza, but it shares that fascination with everyday routines, odd side activities, and criminal undercurrents.

"Only the possibility of you can change our fate" Rindo comes to the grim realization that his life is on the line when he is forced to compete in the so-called "Reapers' Game."

Why similar: JRPG 45.9%, RPG 25.6%, Story Rich 9.9%, Action 7.2%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylish Tokyo setting, strong party banter, and blend of humor with escalating stakes make it a good fit for Like a Dragon fans.

Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.

Why similar: RPG 43.4%, Story Rich 22.2%, Open World 11.5%, Funny 7.6%, Adventure 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It swaps combat for dialogue, but its mix of adult humor, tragedy, urban decay, and broken-yet-lovable characters lands in a surprisingly similar emotional space.

Tokyo Xanadu eX+; a massive action RPG from the masters of the genre, Nihon Falcom! When high school student Kou Tokisaka encounters the nightmare realm known as the Eclipse, his world is forever changed.

Why similar: JRPG 55.9%, RPG 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.6%, Story Rich 4.7%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It mixes modern Japanese city life, character bonding, and lots of optional content in a way that can scratch a similar itch.

Embark on an over-the-top, modern-day pirate adventure with an ex-yakuza, now pirate captain & his crew. Engage in exhilarating combat on land and sea in the hunt for lost memories and treasure.

Why similar: JRPG 34.4%, RPG 24.4%, Adventure 10.9%, Action 10.3%, Funny 10.3%

In Tokyo’s popular ”Electric Town” district, Akihabara, vampires called “Synthisters” walk among us. You must identify and dispose of them the only way you know how – by engaging them in hand-to-hand combat in order to strip them of their clothes so their bodies melt away in the sunlight.

Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, RPG 16.3%, Open World 11.6%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its goofy side missions, district-level Japanese city setting, and unapologetically weird humor make it a good pick if you loved Like a Dragon’s sillier side.

Redo is a world without sorrow created by the virtuadoll Regret. Virtuadoll songs give Redo residents respite from their struggles. Our protagonists discover the truth and form the Go-Home Club to return to reality. Make your way home with companions bearing heavy burdens in this school-themed RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 49.8%, RPG 37.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%, Anime 2.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its turn-based combat and friend-group-driven story capture some of the same appeal of building a party through drama, humor, and emotional baggage.

TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.

Why similar: Turn-Based 29.3%, JRPG 26.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, RPG 14.6%, Story Rich 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its urban crime factions and misfit-team dynamics echo some Like a Dragon flavor, filtered through deep tactical RPG combat.

Discover the decadence and danger of 1980's Japan as you fight like hell through its neon-lit entertainment districts in the definitive edition of the action-adventure crime drama that created yakuza legends.

Why similar: RPG 22.1%, Crime 15.5%, Open World 10.1%, Adventure 10.1%, Action 10%

YAKUZA KIWAMI 3 is an extreme remake of the action-adventure beat 'em up Yakuza 3 featuring ex-yakuza Kazuma Kiryu's fight to protect those he loves. DARK TIES is a brand-new game featuring Yoshitaka Mine from Yakuza 3 included as a separate action-packed experience.

Why similar: RPG 22.8%, Crime 15.8%, Action 10.9%, Open World 10.8%, Adventure 10.4%

Battle hordes of yokai in this masocore Action RPG. Create your protagonist and embark on an adventure through a myriad of locales across Japan during the Sengoku period. Utilize the new Yokai Shift ability to defeat even the most ferocious yokai and be prepared to brave through Dark Realms created by your enemies.

Why similar: JRPG 34.3%, RPG 34.1%, Action 13.4%, Violent 8.7%, Story Rich 8%

Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.

Why similar: JRPG 38.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, RPG 16.8%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Story Rich 7.7%

This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.

Why similar: Turn-Based 27.2%, JRPG 25.8%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Open World 7.5%

Fight in 3-tiered battles, devour your enemies, and customize your characters in this epic RPG to end the dragon's curse!

Why similar: JRPG 30.8%, RPG 25.2%, Turn-Based Combat 22.4%, Adventure 10.4%, Action 7.2%

“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 27 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!

Why similar: JRPG 33.7%, Turn-Based Combat 25.4%, RPG 20%, Adventure 6.8%, Story Rich 6.8%

Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.

Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Open World 24.1%, JRPG 11%, Adventure 8.1%, Action 7.6%

Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.

Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, Turn-Based 22.8%, RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%

After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.

Why similar: JRPG 32.6%, Turn-Based Combat 28.4%, RPG 19.2%, Story Rich 8.6%, Adventure 6.3%

Death end re;Quest takes the classic turn-based RPG and flips it upside-down. Switch between the RPG action of the game world and the visual novel segments of the real world. In the realm of game development, it may seem all fun and games until the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur.

Why similar: JRPG 32.4%, RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%, Adventure 6.2%

Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.6%, Action 24.4%, Comedy 15.6%, Singleplayer 5.7%, Adventure 5%

Ready to die? Experience the newest brutal action game from Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo Games. In the age of samurai, a lone traveler lands on the shores of Japan. He must fight his way through the vicious warriors and supernatural Yokai that infest the land in order to find that which he seeks.

Why similar: RPG 34.5%, JRPG 30.8%, Action 15.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Adventure 5.3%

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: JRPG 38.4%, RPG 25.1%, Open World 12.5%, Adventure 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!

Why similar: JRPG 49.1%, RPG 24%, Story Rich 6.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%, Open World 3.8%

At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.

Why similar: JRPG 34%, Turn-Based 17.1%, RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.8%

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: Turn-Based 26.1%, JRPG 25.8%, RPG 24.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Story Rich 2.8%

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!

Why similar: JRPG 39.2%, RPG 20.6%, Open World 13.8%, Story Rich 7.6%, Action 5.6%

Magic x Guilds x RPG = ”FAIRY TAIL”! Based on the fantasy adventure comic about Natsu, a Dragon Slayer of the rowdy Fairy Tail magician guild, and his unique group of friends battling against unusual and memorable enemies.

Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Combat 19.2%, Turn-Based 17.2%, Sexual Content 3.8%

Experience the first “modern-era” Ys game, now off the small screen for its worldwide PC debut! Features a full party system, dozens of unique combat skills, and a massive overworld to explore. Uncover the secret of the Five Great Dragons, and help Adol Christin save the day once again!

Why similar: JRPG 37.5%, RPG 31.2%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 3.1%

Supernatural creatures are stalking the pop culture mecca of Akihabara—and they've turned you into one of them. Arm yourself with an otaku-themed weapon and expose their skin to sunlight in this HD update of the first game in the AKIBA'S TRIP series.

Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, RPG 30.5%, Action 13.8%, Comedy 8%, Story Rich 5.6%

Explore a cursed Japanese town! Recruit mascot friends and come to the rescue when disaster strikes! Solve the mystery of your exile! Help a living finger work through her many anger issues! Turn Promise Mascot Agency into the best agency in Japan in this open-world narrative adventure!

Why similar: RPG 23.9%, Crime 23.1%, Open World 17.4%, Story Rich 13%, Funny 9.5%

Embark on an epic journey across war-torn 19th-century Japan in this open-world action RPG from Team NINJA, the veteran studio behind "Nioh" and "NINJA GAIDEN."

Why similar: RPG 35.4%, Open World 29%, Action 11.2%, Adventure 10.2%, Violent 8.2%

A brand new RPG set in the world of the popular anime, ONE PIECE! Play as members of the Straw Hat Crew in a fantastic adventure set in the ONE PIECE world!

Why similar: JRPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Combat 21.9%, Open World 12.6%, RPG 12%, Comedy 7%

Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.

Why similar: JRPG 38.2%, RPG 26.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Action 7.1%, Story Rich 5.2%