Games Like Ys Origin

An Action RPG driven by fast-paced combat and paired with an intricate puzzle-filled world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.1%, JRPG 24.8%, Action RPG 12%, RPG 8.9%, Difficult 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title shares the same engine and high-difficulty, fast-paced action-RPG DNA as Ys Origin.

Adventurer Adol Christin has washed ashore in yet another mysterious, isolated new land, inhabited by a people who sport long ears and bushy tails...and are none too fond of humans. Experience the very first 3D Ys game as never before, with a whole new gameplay mode unique to this release!

Why similar: JRPG 28.8%, Great Soundtrack 27.2%, Action RPG 12.2%, RPG 11.5%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features the classic Ys action-RPG formula with a focus on exploration and challenging boss encounters.

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 31.3%, Great Soundtrack 26.8%, RPG 16.5%, Action RPG 10%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This entry introduced the party-based combat system while maintaining the series' signature fast-paced action and great soundtrack.

World-famous red-haired adventurer Adol Christin awakens in the unfamiliar land of Celceta, remembering nothing more than his name. Join Adol and his new friends as he embarks on an adventure to map the wilderness and reclaim his memories in this beloved action RPG from Nihon Falcom.

Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, Great Soundtrack 21.1%, Action RPG 18%, RPG 17.9%, Action 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It refines the party-based action system with a strong emphasis on exploration and fast-paced combat.

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 33.4%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, RPG 14.8%, Action RPG 11%, Anime 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines the series' hallmark action-RPG combat with a larger scale and a deeply engaging narrative.

While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.

Why similar: JRPG 39.1%, Action RPG 20.5%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, RPG 9.9%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It expands on the series' combat mechanics with unique traversal abilities and a vertical, dungeon-heavy city setting.

Whenever mist hangs over Lake Orwell, sailors catch sight of a phantom castle just out of reach. As they draw near, it fades away, leaving only questions for all who have seen this “Castle Strangerock.” Now, you must aid your charge in uncovering its secrets...even if it costs you your very soul.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27%, JRPG 21.2%, Action RPG 17.8%, RPG 16.7%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by Falcom, this game offers a similar atmospheric dungeon-crawling experience with satisfying, punchy combat.

Explore uncharted islands, engage in fast-paced action combat, and experience the high seas adventures of unlikely allies Adol and Karja in Ys X: Nordics!

Why similar: JRPG 38.9%, Action RPG 22.6%, Hack and Slash 12.2%, RPG 10.8%, Action 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series features refined action combat and a focus on exploration that aligns perfectly with the franchise's roots.

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 40.2%, Great Soundtrack 19.5%, Action RPG 16.1%, RPG 9.2%, Anime 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG shares the same developer as Ys and features a similar blend of fast combat and character-driven storytelling.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Action RPG 28.2%, Great Soundtrack 26.4%, JRPG 14.7%, RPG 10.9%, Anime 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action-RPG that excels in challenging boss fights, intricate puzzles, and a vibrant, retro-inspired aesthetic.

Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.

Why similar: RPG 30.8%, JRPG 27.6%, Action RPG 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Anime 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern remake that delivers a polished, fast-paced action-RPG experience with a classic anime fantasy feel.

In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.

Why similar: JRPG 48.1%, Action RPG 21.2%, RPG 16.6%, Action 5.4%, Anime 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This remake features a highly engaging real-time combat system and a classic sci-fi fantasy JRPG structure.

KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.

Why similar: JRPG 29%, Great Soundtrack 27%, RPG 11%, Action RPG 9.5%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a series of action-heavy RPGs known for their challenging boss battles and fast-paced movement.

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

Why similar: JRPG 43.7%, RPG 13.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, Anime 10%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential JRPG that offers a deep, real-time combat system and a memorable cast of characters.

Players embark on a journey of self-discovery as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once kind demeanor has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales of Berseria.

Why similar: JRPG 38.7%, Anime 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, RPG 10.6%, Action RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its fluid, combo-heavy combat system and a darker, more mature narrative typical of the series.

Play as Yuma Ilvern and stop the Empire from exploiting the power of the ancient dragons, including the soul of the Shining Dragon within you. With the help of your friends, realize your destiny, save Astoria, and unleash the strength you’ve always had locked away.

Why similar: JRPG 34%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 13.9%, Anime 10.8%, Great Soundtrack 8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features a music-themed combat system and a classic anime-inspired party dynamic.

Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.

Why similar: JRPG 46.6%, Great Soundtrack 26.9%, RPG 9.8%, Anime 8.2%, Female Protagonist 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: While turn-based, it is a must-play for fans of Falcom's world-building, music, and character-driven storytelling.

The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!

Why similar: JRPG 34.6%, Great Soundtrack 26.6%, Action RPG 11.6%, RPG 11.2%, Anime 6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic action-RPG that helped define the genre with its real-time combat and charming fantasy world.

NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.8%, Hack and Slash 18.3%, JRPG 17.8%, RPG 14.4%, Anime 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of action-RPG design that features incredible music, fluid combat, and a deeply philosophical story.

.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection.

Why similar: JRPG 34.7%, Great Soundtrack 21.8%, Action RPG 12.9%, RPG 12.2%, Anime 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A series of action-RPGs that capture the feeling of playing in a virtual world with a strong focus on story and combat.

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: JRPG 41.8%, Action RPG 21.3%, RPG 12.6%, Anime 11.3%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that emphasizes stylish, fast-paced combat and a rich, anime-inspired narrative.

The ultimate Devil Hunter is back in style, in the game action fans have been waiting for.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.9%, Hack and Slash 20.9%, Action 12.7%, Difficult 6.7%, Anime 4%

Why You'll Like It: While more focused on pure hack-and-slash, its high-skill ceiling and boss-focused design will appeal to fans of Ys Origin's combat.

Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 48.5%, JRPG 10.1%, Action RPG 10.1%, Adventure 6.3%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game with a unique art style and a structure that rewards exploration and mastery of combat abilities.

Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.

Why similar: JRPG 35.6%, Action RPG 20%, Anime 13.5%, RPG 12.9%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy action-RPG that features unique psychic combat mechanics and a distinct anime aesthetic.

FINAL FANTASY TYPE-0 HD brings an immersive world, memorable characters and the production value known of the series, together with high quality gameplay and storytelling truly worthy of the FINAL FANTASY name.

Why similar: JRPG 30.5%, Great Soundtrack 18.7%, Action RPG 13.1%, RPG 12.8%, Hack and Slash 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A more action-oriented entry in the Final Fantasy series that features a fast-paced combat system and a gritty story.

In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.

Why similar: JRPG 32.7%, Action RPG 21%, Anime 14.4%, Difficult 10.2%, RPG 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging action-RPG with an anime art style that focuses on intense combat and dungeon exploration.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47%, Difficult 13.9%, Action RPG 10.1%, Hack and Slash 8.9%, RPG 7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down action game that focuses on precision, high-difficulty combat, and atmospheric world-building.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Difficult 36.7%, Anime 23.3%, Action 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Fantasy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-platformer that emphasizes tight controls, challenging bosses, and a dark, gothic atmosphere.

Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.

Why similar: Difficult 32.3%, RPG 28.8%, Action RPG 22.5%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that blends challenging combat and dungeon exploration with a dark, interconnected world.

Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world, War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse – stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. In the slaughter that ensued, the demonic forces defeated the heavenly hosts and laid claim to the Earth.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.3%, Action 21.6%, Action RPG 19.1%, Adventure 11.8%, RPG 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game that features heavy combat and dungeon-crawling elements reminiscent of classic action-RPGs.

Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.

Why similar: JRPG 36.5%, RPG 26.9%, Great Soundtrack 24%, Anime 8.6%, Adventure 1.3%

Long, long ago, there was an ancient kingdom called Ys which prospered under the auspices of two heavenly Goddesses. Over time, the kingdom came to be known as Esteria, and its divine history was largely forgotten by all but the descendants of those who once preached the Goddesses’ will.

Why similar: JRPG 32.3%, Great Soundtrack 28.4%, Action RPG 9.9%, RPG 8.6%, Anime 4.4%

The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!

Why similar: JRPG 37.1%, Great Soundtrack 26.3%, RPG 23.6%, Anime 9.6%, Fantasy 1.9%

FIRST TIME ON STEAM – Based on the PlayStation®3 port of the original GameCube game, this RPG classic is finally available for PC.

Why similar: JRPG 39.2%, Great Soundtrack 19.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, RPG 10.8%, Anime 8.3%

FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.

Why similar: JRPG 42.5%, Great Soundtrack 25.7%, RPG 19%, Fantasy 4.1%, Adventure 2.1%

A massive gameworld to explore with nearly a dozen dungeons to delve into.

Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, Anime 16%, RPG 15.4%, Action RPG 10.6%, Difficult 7.3%

Experience the definitive edition of Adol and Karja's unforgettable journey across Obelia Gulf in Ys X: Proud Nordics!

Why similar: JRPG 31.4%, Action RPG 21.7%, RPG 18.2%, Action 10%, Hack and Slash 8.3%

GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.

Why similar: JRPG 42.6%, RPG 27.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Adventure 9.7%, Anime 5.1%

Inspired by the timeless classic Chrono Trigger, I am Setsuna is a great homage to the JRPG masterpieces of yesteryear. Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land.

Why similar: JRPG 47.3%, Great Soundtrack 27.8%, RPG 14.7%, Anime 7%, Fantasy 2.1%

Lightning Returns is the concluding chapter of the Final Fantasy XIII saga and series heroine Lightning's final battle. The grand finale of the trilogy brings a world reborn as well as free character customization and stunning action based battles.

Why similar: JRPG 32.9%, Great Soundtrack 26.1%, RPG 13.1%, Action RPG 7%, Anime 4.6%

Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.

Why similar: JRPG 42.3%, Great Soundtrack 29.9%, RPG 10.8%, Anime 7.7%, Female Protagonist 3.2%

Grandia II is back and better than ever! The classic Japanese RPG returns with enhanced visuals, new difficulty level, and features both keyboard and gamepad support!

Why similar: JRPG 45.8%, Great Soundtrack 23.9%, RPG 14.9%, Anime 4.6%, Adventure 4%

Embark on a new adventure with pride in your heart! The action RPG Ys X:Nordics returns to Steam® with a massive upgrade—introducing new story content, new adventure areas, and a host of new features in Ys X: Proud Nordics!

Why similar: JRPG 36.2%, RPG 22.9%, Action RPG 19.5%, Action 9.9%, Anime 7.8%

FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.

Why similar: JRPG 47.2%, Great Soundtrack 23.2%, RPG 16.6%, Fantasy 3.6%, Classic 3.1% ★

Ys IX, the high-speed action RPG known for its exhilarating battles and adventure powered by special abilities, is now available on Steam®!

Why similar: JRPG 36.8%, RPG 21.4%, Action RPG 21.1%, Action 11.2%, Anime 8.1%

Half a year after Trails in the Sky SC, Father Kevin Graham takes on a routine mission on behalf of the Septian Church. He and his partner are then plunged into a realm that follows an unnaturally strict set of rules and is as intent to open old wounds as it is to keep them behind closed doors.

Why similar: JRPG 39.3%, Great Soundtrack 35.6%, RPG 13.4%, Anime 8.1%, Fantasy 1.9%

This symphonic gunplay RPG, where you can change the fate of the world, has been remastered in a 4K/HD EDITION. Fly through the air and enjoy the blazing gun battles in this fateful tale set on a ruined planet.

Why similar: JRPG 48.5%, Great Soundtrack 16.5%, RPG 15.8%, Anime 7.4%, Difficult 5%

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 43.2%, Great Soundtrack 27.6%, RPG 16.7%, Anime 10.7%, Story Rich 1.3%

"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.

Why similar: JRPG 29.7%, Action RPG 16%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Hack and Slash 9.2%, RPG 8.7%

Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a cute and clever action RPG featuring real-time combat, 3D graphics, 90+ items, mini-games, multiple endings, a rocking soundtrack, 35+ hours of playtime, tons of fully voiced characters by an all-star cast of voice actors, and more!

Why similar: JRPG 30.8%, Action RPG 26.7%, RPG 13.5%, Anime 10%, Action 6.9%

FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!

Why similar: JRPG 41.6%, Great Soundtrack 31.7%, RPG 11.3%, Fantasy 3.7%, Classic 2.8% ★

In a world torn by war and political skirmishes, accept the burden of the Shepherd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim.

Why similar: JRPG 41.3%, Great Soundtrack 17.2%, Action RPG 11.1%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 10.1%

The Special Support Section is back with more members and more cases to solve! How will this rag-tag group deal with the oncoming threats to Crossbell’s political stability while maintaining their team’s foundation?

Why similar: JRPG 48.6%, RPG 19.7%, Great Soundtrack 18.4%, Anime 11.1%, Story Rich 1.3%

Celestian Tales: Old North is a refreshing take on the classic turn-based Japanese style RPG. Scrapping away the cliché of a destined person or a boy/girl-saving-the-world, the story is tailored for a mature audience and questions the bare morals of a human being.

Why similar: JRPG 38.3%, Great Soundtrack 27.7%, RPG 26%, Anime 6.1%, Fantasy 1.8%

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 44%, Great Soundtrack 26.7%, RPG 11.6%, Anime 10.5%, Dungeon Crawler 1.8%

The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…

Why similar: JRPG 45.1%, Great Soundtrack 26.2%, RPG 14.7%, Classic 4.1% ★, Anime 3.9%

Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.7%, JRPG 28.6%, RPG 11.3%, Action RPG 10.8%, Fantasy 4.9%

Filterless fashionista Pipiro and poindextrous punster Pokkle are ordinary step-siblings facing an ordinary day in their ordinary little burg...until a grand theft macguffin occurs and they decide to become unlikely heroes for cash and glory (in that order). This goes about as well as you’d expect.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.7%, JRPG 22.9%, RPG 21.1%, Action RPG 11.6%, Action 9.2%

KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue features 3 magical experiences, all leading up to KINGDOM HEARTS III.

Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Action RPG 20.4%, RPG 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Action 9.1%

Finally, the walls between Falcom's legendary RPG series, Ys and Trails, are broken for the ultimate dream match up! Fan-favorite heroes and rivals clash in battles once thought impossible, with support from beloved characters across Falcom's classic titles to aid you in the fight!

Why similar: JRPG 40.1%, Action RPG 23.4%, RPG 13.2%, Anime 8%, Action 5.1%