The Best JRPG Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 4

Update : Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven added at rank #9.
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Shin Megami Tensei V (2021)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Android

In Shin Megami Tensei V, you are an unadventurous manikin that must traverse a post-apocalyptic Tokyo and battle demons in order to gain forbidden knowledge. You must use the turn-based battle system to your advantage as you fight enemies and solve puzzles in order to progress.

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What we like:
  • Challenging boss battles
  • Intricate ecosystem of moves
  • Reward-based structure
  • Great turn-based battle system
  • Three planes of movement
What could be improved:
  • Under-populated world design
  • Unforgiving difficulty
  • No narrative or implied subtlety

  • rpg
  • demons
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • dungeon
  • turn-based
  • combat
  • boss
  • dungeon-crawler
  • post-apocalyptic
  • skill

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Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster (2020)

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77
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original PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch hd remaster ps2

Reawaken your inner demon in a modernized version of the acclaimed ATLUS classic, Shin Megami Tensei III Nocturne HD Remaster.

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  • rpg
  • demons
  • japanese
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • battle
  • turn-based
  • dungeon-crawler
  • boss
  • combat
  • post-apocalyptic

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Eternal Radiance (2020)

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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Eternal Radiance is an action role-playing game about a squire named Celeste who begins a journey to prove herself worthy of becoming a true knight.

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  • rpg
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • anime
  • action
  • visual-novel
  • fight
  • combat
  • arpg

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Guardian Tales (2020)

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Android IOS iPhone Nintendo Switch

Guardian Tales is an anime-inspired action game with kooky characters and nostalgic design elements. You take on the role of a new knight embarking on a quest to save the world, complete with hilarious characters and humorous dialogue. As you progress through the game, you can build your own town in the main menu and even enjoy a social media app within the game.


What we like:
  • Anime-inspired graphics
  • Quirky cast of characters
  • Nostalgic design elements
  • Entertaining story
  • Can build your own town
What could be improved:
  • Complicated currencies
  • Poor hand-holding of mechanics
  • Unstable connection issues
  • Slow pace to get hang of game
  • Micro-transactions can be tempting

  • rpg
  • real-time
  • -game
  • mech
  • dungeon
  • boss
  • jrpg
  • japanese
  • resource
  • top-down
  • run-of-the-mill
  • anime
  • waves
  • old-school

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV (2018)

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stadia PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5

The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!IT'S WAR! The continent of Zemuria is dragged into conflict as the Erebonian Empire mobilizes the full force of its military. The heroes of Class VII old and new must unite to end the conflict before it consumes the continent.


  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • book
  • narrative

36

Astria Ascending (2021)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X/s Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Explore a vast world on the brink of chaos in a mature, emotional JRPG. Experience an epic story with rewarding, turn-based combat and expansive customization rendered in glorious 4K hand-drawn visuals.

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  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • dungeon

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Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk DX (2019)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 vita Playstation 3

"The promise begins." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 1st title in the series "Atelier Ayesha" is now available as a deluxe version.

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

38

Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings DX (2021)

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90
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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Experience a heartwarming adventure in Atelier Lydie & Suelle, the third installment in the Mysterious series. Explore a magical world inside paintings as you master alchemy and complete quests to become the best in the kingdom. With plenty of DLC, a new story, and fast-forward battles, this game is a must-play for those seeking wonder.


What we like:
  • Variety of worlds and characters
  • Dual protagonist system
  • Strong post-game content
  • Bundled with all DLC
  • Interesting crafting system
What could be improved:
  • Hit-or-miss writing humor
  • Small party size
  • Questionable design choices
  • Not all alternate outfits unique
  • No way to skip credits

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

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Collection of SaGa: Final Fantasy Legend (2020)

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Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone PC Windows

Experience the origins of the SaGa series with the COLLECTION of SaGa FINAL FANTASY LEGEND, the first complete port of these hugely popular titles with new enhancements!

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  • rpg
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • retro

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Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden (2022)

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Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

The Voice of Cards series are RPGs where everything is shown through the medium of cards. Enjoy a truly unique gaming experience from the minds of YOKO TARO, Keiichi Okabe and Kimihiko Fujisaka.


  • card
  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • tabletop
  • turn-based
  • dungeon
  • narration
  • battle
  • combat

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