The Best Japanese Games - Page 2

Update : DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake added at rank #25.
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8-Bit Adventures 2 (2023)

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8-Bit Adventures 2 is everything you love about NES, SNES and PS1-era JRPGs - with all of the charm, heart and soul, but none of the inconvenience. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • sequel
  • party
  • soundtrack
  • linear
  • rpgmaker
  • retro

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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.


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

13

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

14

Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster (2021)

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90
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The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • pixel
  • lore
  • jrpg
  • party
  • class
  • turn-based
  • auto-battle
  • 2d
  • story
  • battle
  • remake
  • exploration
  • magic

15

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
  • combat

16

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster (2021)

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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.


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

17

Persona 3 Reload (2024)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • remake
  • turn-based
  • dungeon
  • dungeon-crawler
  • combat
  • battle

18

Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4

Embark on a heartwarming journey with Sophie the Alchemist in Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream. Explore a world where you can fulfill your dreams while attempting to return a friend's soul to human form. The game features a beautifully designed anime-inspired world, a captivating story, and an engaging alchemy crafting system. Battle with six party members and utilize weather manipulation to open up new paths. Enjoy lovable characters, great music, and improvements over previous Atelier titles. With a variety of DLC content available, the adventure never ends.


What we like:
  • Beautiful anime-inspired world
  • Captivating story with rich characterizations
  • Engaging alchemy crafting system
  • Excellent turn-based combat with weather manipulation gimmick
  • Lovable characters
What could be improved:
  • Panel Synthesis alchemy system returns mostly unchanged from previous game
  • Fully voiced in Japanese without an option for English
  • Gathering system can be tedious
  • Alchemy system requires a lot of understanding

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

19

Star Ocean The Second Story R (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • remake
  • battle
  • sci-fi
  • dungeon
  • classic

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Live A Live (2022)

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Nintendo Switch Android PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Live A Live is a cult classic Super Nintendo game that has been brought to the west with this remastered version. With a unique story told across multiple time periods and characters, enjoy an ambitious scope of HD2D visuals, voiceovers in both English and Japanese, unique turn based combat, and fantastic music!


What we like:
  • Unique story told through multiple time periods
  • HD2D visuals and particle work
  • Voiceovers in both English and Japanese
  • Unique turn based combat system with risk/reward elements
  • Fantastic music
What could be improved:
  • Some may feel disappointed by the lack of 3D remake feature

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • grid
  • turn-based
  • remake
  • battle
  • fight

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