The Best Japanese Games

Update 13 November 2024: DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake added at rank #9.

Here are our 10 Best Japanese Games, position 41 to 50:

One Piece Odyssey
Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition
Bravely Default II
This Way Madness Lies
Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster
Ethereal Enigma
Fantasian
Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising
Tales of Arise

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One Piece Odyssey (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Embark on a thrilling RPG adventure with the Straw Hat crew in One Piece Odyssey. Shipwrecked on a tropical island, separated from your crew, it's up to you to find them and escape. Encounter dangerous enemies and unpredictable forces of nature in the world of ONE PIECE. With the Digital Deluxe Edition, you'll get extra content and bonuses to enhance your gameplay. Don't miss out on this exciting journey through the New World!

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What we like:

Impressive graphics and character design
Well-animated combat system with rock-paper-scissors vulnerability types
Faithful to the One Piece franchise
Good dialogue from various characters in the anime
A must-buy for fans of the One Piece franchise

What could be improved:

Confusing setting for non-fans
Tedious and repetitive gameplay with excessive running
Lack of life and motion in the game world
Limited character outfits and accessories
Easy fights, lacking challenge throughout the game

japanese
rpg
jrpg
turn-based
anime
pirates
battle

Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 4

CHRONO CROSS is an RPG that transcends time and space, unfolding across two interlinked parallel worlds. With over 40 party members to meet, people and dimensions will intertwine in this epic drama about the planet itself.

Buy Buy

japanese
rpg
jrpg
text
battle

Bravely Default II (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Bravely Default II is an excellent JRPG that offers a unique job system, turn-based combat, beautiful worldbuilding and music. Players will be able to mix and match jobs to create unique combinations, enjoy the strategy of reserving turns through the Default and Brave functions, explore the detailed overworld, learn more about characters through optional text-based cutscenes and listen to Revo's stellar soundtrack.

Buy Buy Buy

What we like:

Unique job system
Turn-based combat with strategy elements
Detailed overworld with secrets to unlock
Optional text-based cutscenes for character development
Stellar soundtrack

What could be improved:

Grind nearly required for some bosses
Graphical differences between Switch/PC versions are minimal
Little reason to purchase if already playing on Switch version

japanese
jrpg
rpg
turn-based
battle

This Way Madness Lies (2022)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Shakespeare and Magical Girls, what could be better? Save the worlds of Shakespeare from the forces of Nightmare in this fast-paced turn-based JRPG comedy.

Buy Buy

japanese
rpg
jrpg
comedy
turn-based
anime
lovecraftian

Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters (2022)

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Playstation 4 Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 5

With Gamindustri on the brink of destruction, Nepgear and the Candidates must band together and restore order!

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japanese
rpg
jrpg
anime
dungeon
battle
turn-based
action

Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster (2021)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox Series X j IOS iPhone (IOS iPhone)

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.

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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

Ethereal Enigma (2023)

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early access PC Windows IOS iPhone Android

¿Are you ready to take ghostbusting into your own hands? Find the elements to complete the ritual, and escape the room.

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japanese
choices
romance
visual-novel
dating-sim
rpg
vr
jrpg
mystery
multiple-endings
romantic
dark
story
relaxing
horror

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

Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is an action RPG set in the same world as Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Features town-upgrading mechanics, fast-paced combat. A prequel to the world of the Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

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rpg
japanese
jrpg
dungeon
side-scrolling
action
combat
city-building
adventure

Tales of Arise (2021)

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Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X PC Windows Playstation 4

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!

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