The Best Japanese Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 3

Update : SaGa Emerald Beyond added at rank #16.
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Fuga: Melodies of Steel (2021)

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

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an RPG where you place children, each with their own unique characteristics and skills, at different gun turrets in a tank to fight against the enemy.

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  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • strategy
  • war
  • tactical
  • drama
  • tanks

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Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy (2021)

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84
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Playstation 4 PC Windows Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch

Embark on an imaginative new adventure in Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy. Explore fascinating ruins, uncover mysteries, and meet strange creatures that will change your life. With new field actions like underwater diving and magic ropes, as well as action-filled real-time battles, this game offers a thrilling and immersive experience. Discover the art of synthesis and create unique items in a straightforward and easy-to-use system. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!


What we like:
  • Improved combat and crafting systems
  • Charming and likeable cast of characters
  • Great exploration mechanics
  • QoL improvements from the first game
  • Cosy and enjoyable gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Alchemy system feels largely the same
  • Camera function hampers perfect guard mechanic
  • Synthesis mechanics feel too similar to the first game

  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • rpg
  • crafting

23

Rakuen (2017)

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95
Review score
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Step into the heartwarming world of Rakuen and embark on an unforgettable adventure. Play as a young Boy on a mission to grant his deepest wish, while uncovering the secrets and struggles of his neighbors in a mysterious hospital. Solve whimsical puzzles, explore eerie dungeons, and build friendships in this unique non-combat adventure. Let Rakuen captivate you with its rich story, delightful characters, and enchanting soundtrack.

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What we like:
  • Amazing and emotional story that brings back nostalgic feelings
What could be improved:
  • Initial part is a little tedious

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • puzzle
  • rpgmaker
  • emotional
  • horror
  • fantasy
  • funny
  • story
  • adventure
  • point-and-click
  • anime
  • cute
  • pixel

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Jack Move (2022)

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Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Jack Move is a JRPG that features a unique blend of gritty cyberpunk story telling, turn based battles and beautiful modern pixel art. Take on the role of Noa, a vigilante hacker who is thrust into a world of murder, kidnapping and dark research after her father goes missing.


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

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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (2022)

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90
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Nintendo Switch

Xenoblade Chronicles 3 offers a mature and captivating storyline that will keep you engaged for over 100 hours of gameplay. The game features stunning visuals, exciting exploration, and flexible combat systems. Class systems and tactical advantages give players endless possibilities to overcome their foes. Though the game can feel old-fashioned at times, it remains one of the finest experiences currently available on any platform.

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What we like:
  • Captivating and engaging storyline
  • Stunning visuals and exciting exploration
  • Flexible class system and tactical advantages
  • Over 100 hours of gameplay
  • One of the finest experiences currently available on any platform
What could be improved:
  • Can feel old-fashioned at times
  • Slow loading times.

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • war
  • combat

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Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster (2021)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

Relive the magic of the iconic FINAL FANTASY series with the ultimate 2D pixel remaster. Immerse yourself in the timeless story, enhanced with charming retro graphics and a beautifully rearranged soundtrack. Traverse the wide world, switch between classes, and restore power to the Crystals to save the world. With improved gameplay and supplemental extras, this remaster brings the original game to life in a whole new way.

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What we like:
  • Delightful and simple gameplay
  • Nostalgic and colorful graphics
  • Engaging world exploration
  • Extensive character customization
  • Captivating music and sound design
  • Quality-of-life improvements and enhancements
What could be improved:
  • Overreliance on physical attacks in combat
  • Limited character development in the narrative
  • Some quality of life options missing in the PC version

  • rpg
  • japanese
  • dungeon
  • pixel
  • remake
  • turn-based
  • nostalgia
  • class
  • jrpg
  • party
  • battle
  • magic
  • lore
  • emotional
  • heist

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Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition (2022)

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76
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 4

CHRONO CROSS is an RPG that transcends time and space, unfolding across two interlinked parallel worlds. With over 40 party members to meet, people and dimensions will intertwine in this epic drama about the planet itself.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • text
  • battle

28

Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered (2022)

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75
Review score
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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- returns as a stunning remastered edition, with new gameplay elements and quality of life features! Get ready for an even deeper story and an even more thrilling adventure!

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • remake

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Bravely Default II (2021)

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77
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Bravely Default II is an excellent JRPG that offers a unique job system, turn-based combat, beautiful worldbuilding and music. Players will be able to mix and match jobs to create unique combinations, enjoy the strategy of reserving turns through the Default and Brave functions, explore the detailed overworld, learn more about characters through optional text-based cutscenes and listen to Revo's stellar soundtrack.

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What we like:
  • Unique job system
  • Turn-based combat with strategy elements
  • Detailed overworld with secrets to unlock
  • Optional text-based cutscenes for character development
  • Stellar soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Grind nearly required for some bosses
  • Graphical differences between Switch/PC versions are minimal
  • Little reason to purchase if already playing on Switch version

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

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This Way Madness Lies (2022)

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83
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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Shakespeare and Magical Girls, what could be better? Save the worlds of Shakespeare from the forces of Nightmare in this fast-paced turn-based JRPG comedy.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • comedy
  • turn-based
  • anime
  • lovecraftian

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