The Best Japanese Games - Page 4

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Isekai Rondo (2023)

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Android IOS iPhone Xbox One Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

Quest for a parallel universe after being reborn with the ultimate job!


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • arena
  • adventure
  • anime
  • pixel
  • fantasy
  • retro
  • skill
  • old-school

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Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg (2023)

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It's not about saving the world. In this "leisure adventure RPG," failing student Marie pursues alchemy, adventures, and quests while aiming to graduate in five years. "Atelier Marie," the origin of the Atelier series, has been remade with new elements!


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • remake
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • crafting
  • time-management
  • combat
  • relaxing

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Agent Hunt - Hitman Shooter (2023)

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early access Android IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS

Introducing "Agent Hunt: Stealth Action" – the ultimate stealth action game. Realistic graphics, challenging missions, multiple maps, and intense stealth gameplay.


  • japanese
  • card
  • rpg
  • strategy
  • shooter
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • stealth
  • anime
  • trading
  • battler
  • tactical
  • pvp
  • cooperative

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METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection V... (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox One

Reintroduce yourself to the plantlike Pikmin and strategic gameplay that this charming series is rooted in. From finding a way home to collecting treasure, Olimar must partner with a parade of Pikmin to survive the harshest of conditions. Both games support optional motion controls for more options when guiding your floral friends.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • card
  • strategy
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • battler
  • truck
  • trading
  • simulation2018
  • pvp
  • cover-ups
  • multiplayer
  • anime

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Cassette Beasts (2023)

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Linux Xbox Series X IOS iPhone Android Xbox One PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Embark on an epic adventure in Cassette Beasts, a fresh take on monster collecting games! Capture, transform, and fuse monsters for thrilling turn-based battles. Explore the rich world of New Wirral, master a deep battle system, and enjoy the compelling narrative and stunning art. This game is a must-play for all monster collector enthusiasts!


What we like:
  • Unique and original monster collecting concept
  • Intuitive and strategic battle system
  • Gorgeous art and creature designs
  • Engaging story with complex themes
  • Immersive soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Main story ending
  • Confusing puzzle and map design
  • Lack of clear instructions on battle mechanics
  • Post-game content feels unrewarding

  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • japanese
  • battle
  • open-world
  • collector
  • creature
  • pokemon
  • retro
  • jrpg
  • collectathon
  • pixel
  • party
  • anime
  • dungeon

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MONOPOLY GO! (2023)

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Android IOS iPhone

Reimagined for mobile, MONOPOLY GO ! offers a new twist on a favorite classic. Explore a rich world of beautiful scenery and lively animations designed to bring joy to each play session. Play exciting co-operative Events and Tournaments to climb the leaderboards on your way to OWN IT ALL.


  • card
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • trading
  • heist
  • board-game
  • strategy
  • dice
  • multiplayer
  • cooperative
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • truck
  • casual

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Troublemaker: Raise Your Gang (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox One

Grab a backpack, boxing tape, and focus on what high school is all about: Beating the ever loving crap out of one another! Troublemaker blends favorite action-adventure-beat-'em-up elements from the strongest traditions in the genre.

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  • japanese
  • action-adventure-beat-em-up
  • arts
  • beat-em-up
  • 3d
  • rpg
  • martial
  • fight
  • education
  • hack-and-slash
  • jrpg
  • multiple-endings
  • romance
  • third-person
  • action-adventure

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Dot Link - Connect the Dots (2023)

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An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in The Legend of Zelda™: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch™. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination.

In this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you’ll decide your own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Can you harness the power of Link’s new abilities to fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom?

Nintendo Switch Online members can buy a pair of Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers and redeem each one for any game in the voucher catalog—including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • card
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • strategy
  • battler
  • truck
  • trading
  • simulation2018
  • pvp
  • multiplayer
  • cooperative
  • anime

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Meg's Monster (2023)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Mac OS Linux

Meg's Monster is a retro-styled, story-driven JRPG developed by Odencat. The game focuses on the story of Meg, a small girl who wakes up in an underground cave and meets two monsters. With its brilliant story and twist on the JRPG genre, Meg's Monster is recommended for players looking for a different and heartfelt gaming experience.

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What we like:
  • Excellent writing
  • Attractive pixel art graphics
  • Unique gameplay twist
  • Welcoming to players unfamiliar with the genre
  • Engaging story
What could be improved:
  • Some minor pacing issues with relationships

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • choices
  • narrative
  • funny
  • adventure
  • underground
  • fiction
  • pixel

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Octopath Traveler II (2023)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X Android

Octopath Traveler is a stunning homage to 16-bit era JRPGs. It features beautiful art design, nuanced and mature storytelling, complete with 8 unique characters that the player can get to know in their own journeys. Players will also experience a behemoth of an overall narrative, a robust combat system, and plenty of content to explore.


What we like:
  • Homage to 16-bit era JRPGs
  • Beautiful art design
  • Nuanced and mature storytelling
  • Unique characters with personal stories
  • Robust combat system
  • Plenty of content to explore
What could be improved:
  • Can be difficult to navigate the world at points
  • Battles tend to go overlong
  • No visual indication when bosses are weakened or close to death

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • battle

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