The Best Rpg Games for Nintendo Switch - Page 5

Update : DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake added at rank #2.
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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.

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

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Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster (2021)

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85
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PC Windows j IOS iPhone (IOS iPhone) Xbox Series X IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

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

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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.


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

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Rakuen (2017)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Step into the heartwarming world of Rakuen and embark on an unforgettable adventure. Play as a young Boy on a mission to grant his deepest wish, while uncovering the secrets and struggles of his neighbors in a mysterious hospital. Solve whimsical puzzles, explore eerie dungeons, and build friendships in this unique non-combat adventure. Let Rakuen captivate you with its rich story, delightful characters, and enchanting soundtrack.

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What we like:
  • Amazing and emotional story that brings back nostalgic feelings
What could be improved:
  • Initial part is a little tedious

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • puzzle
  • rpgmaker
  • emotional
  • horror
  • fantasy
  • funny
  • story
  • adventure
  • point-and-click
  • anime
  • cute
  • pixel

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Tactics Ogre: Reborn (2022)

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85
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Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Tactics Ogre: Reborn is a must-play for fans of strategy RPGs. This game features slow-paced gameplay that will make you think carefully about your moves. The story is full of political intrigue and compelling characters that are sure to keep you engaged from start to finish. With a permadeath system that makes each life matter, the stakes are high, and there's never a dull moment. This game may not be the easiest to get into, but once you do, you'll find yourself hooked.

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What we like:
  • Slow-paced gameplay
  • Compelling story
  • Permadeath system
  • Engaging characters
  • High stakes
What could be improved:
  • Not very accessible for beginners
  • Can be challenging
  • UI may be frustrating for some players
  • Difficulty increase unbalanced sometimes

  • tactical
  • rpg
  • remake
  • battle
  • strategy
  • card
  • turn-based
  • isometric
  • war
  • classic
  • political

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Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince (2023)

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Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Android PC Windows

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince comes to Steam®! Recruit monsters from the DQ series, synthesize new creatures and compose your ideal team.

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  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • japanese
  • protagonist
  • battle
  • villain
  • jrpg
  • silent
  • boss
  • narrative
  • cute
  • collector
  • creature
  • fight
  • combat

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Finding Paradise (2017)

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Linux IOS iPhone Android Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Explore the emotional journey of Drs. Eva Rosalene and Neil Watts as they fulfill a dying man's wish in Finding Paradise. Dive into patients' memories, uncovering their life stories and final wishes. Engage with a thought-provoking and meaningful narrative that resonates with players. Experience the impact games can have on personal growth and introspection. Join the doctors on this unforgettable adventure and make a difference in someone's life!

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What we like:
  • Amazing sequel to 'To the Moon'
  • Thought-provoking and meaningful story
  • Emotional impact that resonates with players
  • Engaging and well-crafted narrative
  • Provides valuable life lessons
What could be improved:
  • Can be emotionally difficult to play

  • rpg
  • story
  • pixel
  • emotional
  • japanese
  • adventure
  • interactive
  • fiction
  • narrative
  • psychological
  • top-down
  • rpgmaker
  • funny
  • puzzle
  • comedy

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Meg's Monster (2023)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X Mac OS Linux

Meg's Monster is a retro-styled, story-driven JRPG developed by Odencat. The game focuses on the story of Meg, a small girl who wakes up in an underground cave and meets two monsters. With its brilliant story and twist on the JRPG genre, Meg's Monster is recommended for players looking for a different and heartfelt gaming experience.


What we like:
  • Excellent writing
  • Attractive pixel art graphics
  • Unique gameplay twist
  • Welcoming to players unfamiliar with the genre
  • Engaging story
What could be improved:
  • Some minor pacing issues with relationships

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • jrpg
  • choices
  • narrative
  • funny
  • adventure
  • underground
  • fiction
  • pixel

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Jack Move (2022)

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Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Mac OS

Jack Move is a JRPG that features a unique blend of gritty cyberpunk story telling, turn based battles and beautiful modern pixel art. Take on the role of Noa, a vigilante hacker who is thrust into a world of murder, kidnapping and dark research after her father goes missing.


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

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The Vale: Shadow of the Crown (2021)

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Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch j Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox One

The Vale: Shadow of the Crown is an RPG that relies solely on auditory perception to create an immersive experience for both those with vision impairments and those without. It follows Alex, a princess born blind who has been banished to the borderlands of her kingdom, as she attempts to reunite with her brother while supernatural forces attempt to prevent her from succeeding.


What we like:
  • Incredible immersion
  • Sold gameplay mechanics
  • Phenomenal sound direction and fascinating story and characters
  • Forgiving approach to failure
  • Creative "do over" experience for story proposes
What could be improved:
  • Requires some level of patience
  • Gamers with hearing impairments might not be able to enjoy the title

  • rpg
  • medieval
  • action-adventure
  • narrative
  • archery
  • drama
  • emotional
  • combat
  • fantasy
  • swordplay
  • story
  • audio
  • hunting
  • magic
  • adventure

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