The Best Dungeon-crawler JRPG (Japanese RPG) Games for PC Windows

Update : My Final Cursed Days added at rank #22.
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Shin Megami Tensei V (2021)

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90
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Android

In Shin Megami Tensei V, you are an unadventurous manikin that must traverse a post-apocalyptic Tokyo and battle demons in order to gain forbidden knowledge. You must use the turn-based battle system to your advantage as you fight enemies and solve puzzles in order to progress.

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What we like:
  • Challenging boss battles
  • Intricate ecosystem of moves
  • Reward-based structure
  • Great turn-based battle system
  • Three planes of movement
What could be improved:
  • Under-populated world design
  • Unforgiving difficulty
  • No narrative or implied subtlety

  • rpg
  • demons
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • dungeon
  • turn-based
  • boss
  • combat
  • dungeon-crawler
  • post-apocalyptic
  • skill

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Persona 3 Reload - Demo (2024)

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88
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PC Windows

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.


  • rpg
  • remake
  • japanese
  • turn-based
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • combat
  • anime
  • classic
  • supernatural

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Persona 3 Reload (2024)

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87
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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4

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.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • remake
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • battle
  • combat

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Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society (2020)

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86
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 vita

Explore a mysterious underground labyrinth and discover its secrets in Labyrinth of Galleria: The Moon Society. With stunning visuals and an engaging storyline, this dungeon-exploring adventure game filled with mystery and charm boasts over 50 hours of exploration and the ability to customize up to 40 fighters. Join the adventure and discover the secrets of the Labyrinth of Galleria if you dare!

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What we like:
  • Engaging storyline
  • Stunning visuals
  • Improved puppet creation and formation adjustments
  • Weapon synthesis allows for added buffs and status ailments
  • Robust cast of colorful characters
What could be improved:
  • Gameplay can feel like a full-time job in order to beat the final boss
  • Some mechanics can feel like they are designed to torture players
  • Map and confirm button bugs
  • Lack of guidance on crucial story beats may lead to missed features
  • Not beginner friendly

  • dungeon-crawler
  • dark
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • turn-based
  • comedy
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • fantasy
  • humor
  • anime
  • strategy

5

Silent Hope (2023)

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PC Windows l Nintendo Switch

Explore, fight, and produce items to grow stronger as seven distinct heroes in this silent world. Guided by the Princess, you'll delve into the Abyss and learn the mysteries of the King and his now-ruined kingdom. In a world without words, what hope is there for humanity?

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  • dungeon-crawler
  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • japanese
  • isometric
  • crafting
  • arpg
  • hack-and-slash
  • farming
  • jrpg
  • action
  • class
  • skill
  • combat

6

Little Noah: Scion of Paradise (2022)

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87
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PC Windows Xbox One

Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game!


  • rogue-like
  • japanese
  • rpg
  • dungeon-crawler
  • collectathon
  • metroidvania
  • souls
  • jrpg
  • pve
  • steampunk
  • dungeon

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Dungeon Encounters (2021)

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PC Windows ps1 portable mega drive/genesis Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Join the adventure to explore a deadly dungeon! Dungeon Encounters is a polished dungeon exploration RPG with refined battle mechanics and a streamlined interface. Prepare to face new challenges, monsters, and lost allies while collecting rare items and discovering the dungeon's secrets. Do you have what it takes to complete all 99 floors?

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What we like:
  • Easy to sink time into
  • Deep RPG mechanics
  • Satisfying to complete everything
  • Nice art
  • Clever and stimulating puzzle design
What could be improved:
  • Extreme difficulty curve and punishing traps
  • Limited graphics and mechanics
  • Backtracking and forced juggling of party members

  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • japanese
  • dungeon-crawler
  • jrpg
  • tile
  • battle
  • grid
  • turn-based
  • exploration
  • old-school

8

Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster (2020)

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77
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original PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch hd remaster ps2

Reawaken your inner demon in a modernized version of the acclaimed ATLUS classic, Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster.


  • rpg
  • demons
  • japanese
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • turn-based
  • dungeon-crawler
  • boss
  • combat
  • post-apocalyptic

9

Mary Skelter: Nightmares (2016)

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88
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vita PC Windows

"Beware! The Nightmare monster stalks you as you navigate this dungeon-crawling RPG. Stand your ground, or use traps to slow down the insatiable monsters and escape to fight another day. You’ll fight in turn-based battles and can boost up your allies with blood transformations. If you solve the dungeons’ mysteries and satisfy the prison’s desires, you just might make it out alive!"


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • dungeon-crawler
  • dungeon
  • drpg
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • lore
  • dating-sim
  • anime
  • party
  • visual-novel
  • multiple-endings
  • romance

10

Frontier Hunter: Erza's Wheel of Fortune (2022)

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86
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early access PC Windows Playstation 5 j

After the empire invented the airship, people finally became able to fly across float continents and islands. And thanks to that, the empire expands rapidly.The top hunter, Erza, leads an exploration team to explore the savage frontier where the empire can’t reach.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • metroidvania
  • souls
  • scroller
  • jrpg
  • anime
  • action-adventure
  • dungeon-crawler
  • hack-and-slash
  • platform
  • exploration
  • 2d
  • open-world

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