The Best JRPG Games for Linux

Update : Chained Echoes added at rank #1.
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Chained Echoes (2022)

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90
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Playstation 4 Xbox One Mac OS PC Windows Nintendo Switch Linux

Chained Echoes is an indie JRPG that surprises players with engaging combat, compelling characters, and stellar worldbuilding. It pays homage to classic RPGs and adds clever twists. The turn-based combat system is excellent, requiring strategy and skill upgrades. Well-written characters and a thought-provoking story make the game enjoyable throughout its 30-40 hour runtime. The music perfectly complements the high fantasy setting. Chained Echoes is a fresh and smart adventure that celebrates classic JRPGs while incorporating modern improvements.


What we like:
  • Engaging combat
  • Compelling characters
  • Stellar worldbuilding
  • Thought-provoking story
  • Excellent music
What could be improved:
  • Grindy levelling system

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • mech

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Rise of the Third Power (2022)

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81
Review score
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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

3

Crystal Project (2022)

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83
Review score
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Android Linux Mac OS PC Windows

Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • voxel
  • metroidvania
  • collectathon
  • nonlinear
  • class
  • party

4

Battle Chasers: Nightwar (2017)

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86
Review score
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Playstation 4 Android IOS iPhone Linux Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS Xbox One

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.


  • dungeon
  • rpg
  • japanese
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • crafting
  • combat

5

Light Fairytale Episode 2 (2021)

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Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 Linux Mac OS PC Windows

A turn-based JRPG series featuring a modern presentation with a classic core. Episode 2 resumes the adventure with Haru right after last episode's cliffhanger!

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • episodic

6

Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs (2017)

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74
Review score
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PC Windows Mac OS Linux Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Regalia: Of Men And Monarchs is a tactical RPG set in a cheerful fantasy world full of weirdness and wonder. Assemble your party, go adventuring, manage your kingdom, make new friends, and defeat your opponents in challenging turn-based combat.


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

7

Shadows of Adam (2017)

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82
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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS PC Windows

Gorgeous pixel art. Intense, blazing fast battles. An epic adventure. This is the must-play retro indie JRPG built for the modern era.


  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • rpg

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