The Best Japanese Games for Android

Update : SaGa Emerald Beyond added at rank #5.
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Octopath Traveler II (2023)

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

Octopath Traveler is a stunning homage to 16-bit era JRPGs. It features beautiful art design, nuanced and mature storytelling, complete with 8 unique characters that the player can get to know in their own journeys. Players will also experience a behemoth of an overall narrative, a robust combat system, and plenty of content to explore.

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What we like:
  • Homage to 16-bit era JRPGs
  • Beautiful art design
  • Nuanced and mature storytelling
  • Unique characters with personal stories
  • Robust combat system
  • Plenty of content to explore
What could be improved:
  • Can be difficult to navigate the world at points
  • Battles tend to go overlong
  • No visual indication when bosses are weakened or close to death

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

2

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!

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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

3

Final Fantasy VI Pixel Remaster (2022)

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

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  • rpg
  • japanese
  • pixel
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • auto-battle
  • classic
  • battle
  • class
  • empire
  • nostalgia
  • emotional
  • 2d
  • remake
  • narrative

4

Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster (2021)

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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.

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

5

SaGa Emerald Beyond (2024)

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FORGE YOUR OWN TALE The latest standalone entry in the SaGa franchise, SaGa Emerald Beyond, brings together the very best elements of the beloved series to offer each player their own unique gameplay experience.

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  • rpg
  • japanese
  • turn-based
  • vampire
  • jrpg
  • combat
  • tactical
  • mech
  • anthology
  • combo
  • party

6

Isekai Rondo (2023)

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Quest for a parallel universe after being reborn with the ultimate job!

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  • japanese
  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • arena
  • adventure
  • anime
  • pixel
  • fantasy
  • retro
  • skill
  • old-school

7

SaGa Frontier Remastered (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 IOS iPhone Android

Rediscover the magic of SaGa Frontier Remastered, an RPG classic reborn. Choose from eight unique heroes, each with their own story and goals. Immerse yourself in dramatic battles using the Glimmer system to gain new skills and launch combined attacks. With improved graphics, restored content, and a new main character, this game promises an unforgettable journey.


What we like:
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Enhanced graphics
  • Quality of life updates
  • New game plus feature
  • Restored previously cut content
What could be improved:
  • Early game balance issues
  • Might be challenging for beginners
  • Lack of explanations for certain mechanics

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • non-linear

8

Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster (2021)

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Immerse yourself in the timeless adventure of FINAL FANTASY III. Experience the captivating story and charming retro graphics, now remastered with updated 2D pixel graphics and a beautifully rearranged soundtrack. Dive into a world of magic and darkness, where only the chosen adventurers can save the world. With improved gameplay and additional features, this remastered edition brings new life to a beloved classic. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey?

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What we like:
  • The redemption arc of Final Fantasy series
  • Robust job system with customization
  • Challenging battles and well-designed dungeons
  • Captivating narrative and character development
  • Remastered soundtrack and immersive sound design
  • Quality-of-life improvements
What could be improved:
  • Expensive pricing
  • Balancing issues with difficulty spikes
  • Tedium of grinding for different jobs
  • Lack of individuality among party members

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • remake
  • pixel
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • nostalgia
  • class
  • 2d
  • magic
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • party
  • boss
  • remaster

9

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.

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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

10

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

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