The Best JRPG Games - Page 4

Update : Whispers In The Moss added at rank #1.
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Rise of the Third Power (2022)

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Playstation 4 Linux Mac OS PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One

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

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SKAZKA (2022)

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PC Windows

A tale of goodness, heroism, love for one's neighbor and self-sacrifice. Embark on a dangerous adventure, fight demons and solve riddles to find the magic flower and heal the dying mother ...

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  • walking-simulator
  • japanese
  • point-and-click
  • jrpg
  • logic
  • dungeon-crawler
  • dungeon
  • mystery
  • drama
  • adventure
  • rpg
  • exploration
  • 2d
  • puzzle
  • demons

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Ephemeral Tale (2022)

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Xbox One PC Windows

Ephemeral Tale is a classically inspired RPG for the modern age, featuring hand-crafted dungeons, classic JRPG-style combat, and a loot-driven progression system.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • souls
  • dungeon-crawler
  • loot
  • jrpg
  • character
  • party
  • loot-driven
  • magic
  • turn-based
  • customization
  • combat
  • top-down
  • medieval

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Ragnarok: The Lost Memories (2022)

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Android IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS

Experience a storyline never before seen in the Ragnarok series. Choose your own path as you unlock the story and truth in Ragnarok: The Lost Memories. A free to play adventure strategy game with a card battle system and character collection system!


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • nostalgia
  • jrpg
  • automation
  • 3d
  • deckbuilder
  • pvp
  • collector
  • creature
  • card
  • farming

35

Final Fantasy V Pixel Remaster (2021)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

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


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • pixel
  • class
  • retro
  • 2d
  • remake

36

Astria Ascending (2021)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X/s Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Explore a vast world on the brink of chaos in a mature, emotional JRPG. Experience an epic story with rewarding, turn-based combat and expansive customization rendered in glorious 4K hand-drawn visuals.


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

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Tales of Arise Windows (2021)

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PC Windows

300 years of tyranny. A mysterious mask. Lost pain and memories. Wield the Blazing Sword and join a mysterious, untouchable girl to fight your oppressors. Experience a tale of liberation, featuring characters with next-gen graphical expressiveness!


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg

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Castle of the Underdogs: Episode 1 (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Get a castle, recruit friends and try to restore the peace in the Bestann Federation while spreading chaos to most places you step on in this turn-based comedy JRPG.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • comedy
  • parody
  • voxel
  • party
  • magic
  • colourful
  • suikoden
  • funny
  • third-person
  • 3d

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Cris Tales (2021)

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Xbox One PC Windows

Experience Past, Present, and Future simultaneously in this gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs. Join Time Mage Crisbell on a dark fairytale journey to stop the powerful Time Empress and rewrite the future. Recruit powerful allies, make choices with far-reaching consequences, and use Crisbell's time powers to alter reality in beautifully hand-drawn 2D art. Master strategic turn-based combat and uncover a fascinating story in this enchanting tale.


What we like:
  • Unique spin on mechanics
  • Charming art and soundtracks
  • Simple mechanics for RPG beginners
  • Beautiful graphics
  • Time manipulation mechanic
What could be improved:
  • Sluggish and repetitive combat
  • Useless later skills
  • Too easy

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • turn-based

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The Caligula Effect 2 (2021)

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PC Windows vita Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 l

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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