The Best JRPG Games for Mac OS

Update : Path of the Midnight Sun added at rank #4.
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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

2

Rise of the Third Power (2022)

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83
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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

Fantasian (2021)

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Mac OS IOS iPhone

Fantasian is a visually stunning and engrossing RPG that combines classic elements with modern twists.


What we like:
  • Visually stunning
  • Engrossing gameplay
  • Unique combat system
  • Charming dioramas
  • Immersive soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Story may seem familiar
  • Difficulty may not appeal to everyone

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

4

Path of the Midnight Sun (2023)

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79
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PC Windows Mac OS

Protect a noblewoman reckoning with unholy powers as she wards off the soul of the Demon King sealed inside her. Doubt your own companions, survive against unforgiving hordes of monsters. But beware; every choice has consequences in this epic JRPG adventure of betrayal, romance & self-acceptance.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • choices
  • visual-novel
  • party
  • anime

5

Crystal Project (2022)

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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

6

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

7

MEMORIES (2019)

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75
Review score
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Xbox One PC Windows Mac OS

memories is a sapphic visual novel dress-up game where clothes are linked to painful memories of a failed relationship.

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • emotional
  • exploration
  • adventure
  • dungeon
  • psychological
  • atmospheric
  • first-person
  • lgbtq
  • story
  • combat
  • parkour
  • america

8

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!

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

9

Forever Home (2017)

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Mac OS PC Windows

Retro RPG that takes inspiration from SNES and PS1 classics. Action turn-based battle system with skill learning, slots for stat boosting, equipment crafting, monster catching, rank based Colosseum, and side quests. 30+ hour emotional story with adult-oriented themes and powerful original soundtrack.

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  • rpg
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • rpgmaker
  • turn-based
  • adventure

10

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

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