The Best Rpg classic party game based Games for Nintendo Switch

Update : Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord added at rank #3.
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Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous (2021)

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Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is a classic party-based cRPG developed by Owlcat Games. Take part in a century-long conflict between mortals, demons and other celestial parties and save the region of Mendev or even the entirety of Golarion. Unlock tremendous Mythic powers to set in motion a chain of events that has a chance to end this conflict once and for all.

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What we like:
  • Over 1000 spells
  • Feats and abilities to choose from
  • Flexible difficulty settings
  • Extensive character customization
  • Mounted combat
  • Streamlined Kingdom Management system
  • Turn-based tactical mode for armies
What could be improved:
  • Character creation can be overwhelming
  • Kingmaker's infamous insta-death events still exist
  • Tactical battles feel bare-bones compared to other systems

  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • tabletop
  • demons
  • old-school
  • isometric
  • classic
  • combat
  • real-time
  • party
  • fantasy
  • dungeon

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Sea Of Stars (2023)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Dive into Sea of Stars, a modernized RPG adventure with a nostalgic charm. Engage in turn-based combat, explore a seamless world, and join original characters on a captivating journey. Sync your actions with animations for maximum impact and enjoy activities like sailing, cooking, and playing tabletop games. With its beautiful pixel art and engaging story, Sea of Stars is a must-play for fans of the genre.

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What we like:
  • Excellent music and overall art
  • Engaging combat with unique mechanics
  • Simple yet impactful story
  • Beautiful pixel art and animations
  • Well-designed levels and puzzles
What could be improved:
  • Initial poor writing quality
  • Limited character movesets
  • Some issues with the lock system
  • Generic equipment and lack of buffs
  • Collectibles tied to true ending can be tedious

  • rpg
  • japanese
  • turn-based
  • jrpg
  • pixel
  • story
  • party
  • cooperative
  • nostalgia
  • combat

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Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord (2023)

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Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord is a full 3D remake of the first game in the legendary Wizardry series of RPGs.


  • rpg
  • old-school
  • dungeon-crawler
  • dark
  • party
  • fantasy
  • turn-based
  • werewolves
  • classic
  • character
  • dragon
  • class
  • vampire
  • magic
  • customization

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Legends of Amberland: The Forgotten Crown (2019)

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The game is a classic western RPG inspired by the games from the 90s. Basically, it’s the kind of game I personally find missing nowadays. Light, fairy tale, epic, heroic and slightly humorous. One that does not take tons of hours to complete or require endless grind to progress.

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  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • movement
  • dungeon-crawler
  • party
  • grid
  • retro
  • old-school
  • first-person
  • dungeon
  • pixel
  • open-world
  • dragon
  • classic

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