The Best Japanese Games - Page 4

Update : Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 added at rank #5.
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Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster (2022)

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The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • pixel
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • auto-battle
  • classic
  • battle
  • class
  • empire
  • nostalgia
  • emotional
  • 2d
  • remake
  • narrative

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Rise of the Third Power (2022)

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Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Experience the fusion of East and West, old and new in Rise of the Third Power. Join a party of eight on a suicide mission to topple the Arkadyan emperor in a world of political intrigue. With a custom battle system, persistent equipment, and a captivating story, this RPG is meant to surpass the developer's previous work and leave you wanting more. Will you be able to prevent the reprise of the Great War?


What we like:
  • Top tier character writing
  • Strong balance of serious story with comic relief
  • Story mode for easy battles
  • Humorous dialogue between characters
  • Unique combat mechanics
  • Enjoyable music
  • Well-written story
  • Engaging combat
  • Interesting sidequests
What could be improved:
  • Lack of local map
  • Pacing issues towards the end
  • Some characters feel underdeveloped
  • Smaller party size and limited strategic options
  • Crafting system feels less impactful
  • Challenging and unfair boss fight

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • war
  • party
  • fantasy

33

Isekai Rondo (2023)

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85
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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

34

Monster Hunter Rise (2021)

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88
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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Playstation 4

Monster Hunter Rise combines the best elements of past entries and the more recent Monster Hunter World, offering a fresh and exciting experience that will keep you coming back for more. With an engaging story, challenging combat, and a plethora of features, Rise has something for everyone.


What we like:
  • Open hunting grounds with no loading zones between sections
  • Rich story with fully voiced cutscenes
  • Switch Skill system to customize your playstyle
  • Tons of weapon balancing and updates
  • New Rampage Quests for intense battles against multiple monsters at once
What could be improved:
  • Separate quest lines for solo/multiplayer play
  • Visuals are not quite as detailed as those in World

  • rpg
  • battle
  • japanese
  • online
  • fight
  • combat
  • crafting
  • cooperative
  • action
  • tower-defense
  • farming
  • skill
  • jrpg
  • multiplayer
  • local

35

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned... (2025)

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

"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.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • open-world
  • jrpg
  • crafting
  • exploration
  • academy
  • combat
  • battle
  • collectathon

36

NEO: The World Ends With You (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4

Dive into the vibrant streets of Shibuya in NEO: The World Ends with You, where you're in a high-stakes Reapers' Game. Use your psychic abilities, unravel a gripping story, and change your fate. With its unique art style, high-energy music, and addictive combat, you'll be hooked from start to finish.


What we like:
  • Engaging and unpredictable storyline
  • Exciting combat system with psychic abilities
  • Unique and stunning art style
  • High-energy, genre-bending soundtrack
  • Gradually complex and satisfying gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Combat can sometimes be visually cluttered
  • Some story elements may be overwhelming for newcomers
  • Repetitive moments
  • Lack of fast travel option

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • battle
  • jrpg
  • team
  • anime
  • combat
  • fight
  • cult
  • boss-fight
  • action

37

Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster (2021)

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The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • pixel
  • lore
  • jrpg
  • party
  • class
  • turn-based
  • auto-battle
  • 2d
  • story
  • battle
  • remake
  • exploration
  • magic

38

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

39

Cassette Beasts (2023)

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85
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Xbox One IOS iPhone Android PC Windows Linux

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

  • turn-based
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • collector
  • creature
  • battle
  • open-world
  • pokemon
  • collectathon
  • local
  • cooperative
  • pixel
  • jrpg
  • controller-support
  • combat

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The Caligula Effect 2 (2021)

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Experience a world without regrets in The Caligula Effect 2. Transport yourself into the virtual world of Redo, where you can redo your life and become the person you've always wanted to be. Join the Go-Home Club as they strive to escape this false world and return to reality. Unravel the mysteries of each club member's past and engage in turn-based battles with the power to predict the future. Use WIRE's group chat function to uncover hidden truths. Embark on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery.


What we like:
  • Streamlined graphics and mechanics compared to the first game
  • Deeper passive and equipment system
  • Great voice acting and music
  • Well-balanced combat system with satisfying combo hits
  • Natural progress of the story with character development
What could be improved:
  • Story heavily relies on the prequel
  • Side quests are mediocre
  • Lack of variety in music
  • Little difference in graphics compared to the original game

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

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