The Best Rpg Games for Nintendo Switch

Update : DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake added at rank #2.
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Sea Of Stars (2023)

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

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
  • turn-based
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • classic
  • retro
  • pixel
  • combat
  • battle

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DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake (2024)

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DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • remake
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • old-school
  • battle
  • dungeon
  • narrative
  • classic
  • auto-battle
  • combat

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Unicorn Overlord (2024)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s j Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One

Unicorn Overlord is mesmerizing blend of strategy and RPG magic by Vanillaware. Command Prince Alain in a high-stakes quest to reclaim his kingdom, mastering intricate battles and forging alliances. With a vast world teeming with secrets, strategic depth, and a cast that grows on you, every decision shapes your legacy. Are you ready to lead?

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What we like:
  • Deep strategic gameplay with real-time and pause mechanics
  • Extensive character customization enhances tactical depth
  • Engaging story with memorable side quests
  • Beautiful hand-drawn artwork and immersive soundtrack
  • Rich world-building through character interactions
What could be improved:
  • Generic main storyline
  • Managing large armies can become tedious

  • tactical
  • rpg
  • strategy
  • battle
  • real-time
  • japanese
  • combat
  • pause
  • narrative
  • empire
  • fight
  • fantasy

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Monster Hunter Rise (2021)

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

Monster Hunter Rise combines the best elements of past entries and the more recent Monster Hunter World, offering a fresh and exciting experience that will keep you coming back for more. With an engaging story, challenging combat, and a plethora of features, Rise has something for everyone.

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What we like:
  • Open hunting grounds with no loading zones between sections
  • Rich story with fully voiced cutscenes
  • Switch Skill system to customize your playstyle
  • Tons of weapon balancing and updates
  • New Rampage Quests for intense battles against multiple monsters at once
What could be improved:
  • Separate quest lines for solo/multiplayer play
  • Visuals are not quite as detailed as those in World

  • rpg
  • online
  • fight
  • battle
  • combat
  • cooperative
  • crafting
  • tower-defense
  • action
  • japanese
  • farming
  • multiplayer
  • skill
  • local
  • exploration

5

Persona 5 Royal (2019)

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

Persona 5 Royal is a JRPG that mixes turn-based combat with stealth and puzzles, creating an unbelievably cool and unique gaming experience. You play as a high schooler fighting supernatural forces while balancing everyday activities and relationships. The game features excellent visuals, an outstanding soundtrack, and a well-realized story that deals with some serious teenage issues. With refined mechanics and new additions, Persona 5 Royal is undoubtedly worth playing.

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What we like:
  • Well-realized story
  • Unique gameplay loop
  • Top-notch combat system
  • Outstanding soundtrack
  • Multiple meaningful additions
What could be improved:
  • Heavy on dialogue and story
  • Slow start
  • Can be overwhelming

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • combat
  • fight

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Disco Elysium: The Final Cut (2021)

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Disco Elysium - The Final Cut is a groundbreaking role playing game. You’re a detective with a unique skill system at your disposal and a whole city to carve your path across. Interrogate unforgettable characters, crack murders or take bribes. Become a hero or an absolute disaster of a human being.

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  • rpg
  • detective
  • political
  • dice
  • isometric
  • skill
  • crime

7

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.

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

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FateSamurai Remnant (2023)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Step into the shoes of a master swordsman in Fate/Samurai Remnant, an action-packed RPG set in vibrant Edo. Summon powerful servants, engage in intense combat, and form bonds with rogue warriors. With its stunning visuals, compelling characters, and unique take on the Musou genre, this game is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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What we like:
  • Unique and refreshing take on the Musou genre
  • Well-crafted and engaging storyline
  • High-quality graphics and immersive world
  • Ability to pet and heal with cats and dogs
  • Satisfying combat system with strategic elements
What could be improved:
  • Combat can feel overly defensive at times
  • Some awkwardness in character interactions during sidequests
  • Excessive number of enemies can disrupt game flow

  • rpg
  • anime
  • historical
  • japanese
  • battle
  • fight
  • action
  • combat
  • spectacle
  • narrative
  • story
  • hack-and-slash
  • jrpg
  • boss-fight
  • exploration

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie (2023)

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Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Dive into The Legend of Heroes: Trails Into Reverie, an epic RPG journey that weaves together three captivating storylines. Engage in refined tactical combat, explore vast landscapes, and shape the destinies of unforgettable characters. With a masterfully executed story, a wide variety of playable characters, and an immersive world, this game is a rewarding culmination of the Trails series.

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What we like:
  • Epic storytelling with three interconnected storylines
  • Wide variety of playable characters
  • Refined tactical combat
  • Excellent world-building and character development
  • Engaging and varied gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Complex lore
  • Tedious character management and cluttered menus
  • Extensive grinding required

  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • japanese
  • combat
  • jrpg
  • narrative
  • story
  • tactical
  • political
  • anime

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Cat Quest III (2024)

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In Cat Quest III you play as a purrivateer in a freely explorable 2.5D open-world swarming with Pi-rats. You can sail the seas in your ship for treasures galore! But prepare for peril, as the Pirate King aims to hunt you down...


  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • dragon
  • open-world
  • combat
  • pirates
  • action
  • adventure
  • cute
  • battle
  • local
  • cooperative
  • isometric

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