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Games like ELS Saga: Episode I

Games like ELS Saga: Episode I

Games like ELS Saga: Episode I

Looking for games like ELS Saga: Episode I? Here are top tactical role playing recommendations with a fantasy and dark fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Tower Song, ARCHETYPE BLUE or Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds.

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  1. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Tower Song is a turn-based JRPG/strategy RPG hybrid. Choose your hero, customize your party's skills and gear, and hone strategies to defeat challenging enemies in this narrative-led adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower Song.

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  2. In ARCHETYPE BLUE, a deck building rogue-lite game of collecting, using, and strengthening cards, players are invited to become legendary heroes who embark with their companions on expeditions into the various parts of this fantasy world. ※ Work in progress. The game will support English. Lead your venturing party successfully to their destination using a deck suited to your own particular… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARCHETYPE BLUE.

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  3. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 148 reviews

    Enter the Realm of Aarde: An ancient entity stirs in the darkness, casting a veil of shadows across the land and threatening all of humanity. This growing menace has escalated the already dire situation on the newly discovered continent of Andra, where tensions run high. As a fledgling on your first mission for the Heroes Guild, you will be unwittingly drawn into the heart of this unfolding crisi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds.

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  4. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    79% User Score Based on 123 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 20 reviews

    The Emperor or Empress of Avalon begins the game as King Leon and later plays as his various heirs down through the game years. Leon hands his kingdom over to his son, Gellard. At the end of Gellard's reign, the player is able to choose his or her own successor and pass on Gellard's abilities to them. At the end of each generation, he or she will be given a choice of four heirs. Their identity is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Romancing SaGa 2.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    96% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Experience Pixelot as you defeat enemies, collect items, and complete quests! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixelot.

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  6. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    72% User Score Based on 137 reviews

    Chapter 1 in a four-part series! Journey across a massive world on a quest to thwart a power-crazed lunatic who wants to enslave humanity! Two hundred years ago, a sorcerer attempted to fulfill a dark prophecy that would see him rule the world. He died before his goal was realized, but the prophecy lingered on. Today, another maniac stands determined to succeed where the sorcerer failed and he nee… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aveyond 3-1: Lord of Twilight.

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  7. Basic Controls: Mouse: Left-click to move Left-click = Confirm Right-click = Cancel Keyboard: WASD or Arrow Keys (↑←↓→) to move Space or Enter = Confirm Esc key = Cancel Mouse and keyboard controls can be used interchangeably. Background Story: In the year 3011, humanity faces growing peril as monsters invade year after year. Fortunately, a group of Demon Hunters protects their ki… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 破烂系统.

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  8. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    83% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    ■The highly rated SRPG "STRANGER SAGA," which ranked high on Japanese distribution sites, is finally coming to Steam! Train ordinary citizens into elite warriors and overcome fierce tactical battles! "STRANGER SAGA" is a turn-based SRPG where you lead a resistance army against a mighty enemy force. The key to victory lies with the "Civilians"—ordinary people with … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STRANGER SAGA -Stranger Bach and Iskiyeld's Ambition-.

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  9. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 285 reviews

    Combining Sonny 1 and Sonny 2, revitalized for modern platforms, Sonny Legacy Collection delivers the ultimate versions of these iconic RPGs. Embark on a journey as Sonny, a zombie seeking to unravel the mysteries of his existence in a world teeming with dark secrets. SONNY 1 Discover the origins of Sonny's saga, fighting for survival and clues to your identity. Engage in deep, turn-based combat. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonny Legacy Collection.

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  10. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    93% User Score Based on 190 reviews

    Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure, released in Japan as The Puppet Princess of Marl Kingdom is a tactical role-playing game for the PlayStation from Atlus USA and Nippon Ichi Software, the creators of Disgaea, and is part of the Marl Kingdom series. Rhapsody, along with its sequels, are considered musical RPGs, meaning in place of FMV cutscenes, there are musical numbers, complete with vocals. The ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure.

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  11. Story Overview Help Erica, the skinner's daughter, gather her three dysfunctional companions before embarking on an epic quest to slay powerful God-Beasts and reap vengeance on an old Necromancer foe! Who else will save the realm from monsterkind!!? Unfortunately, her companions include a drunken knight with a fractured personality, an elf obsessed with hunting/firearms, and a goblin healer whose… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ericanskinsmonsters.

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  12. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 73 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    Vestaria Saga II continues the adventures of Zade, bringing the tales of him and his companions to a thrilling, satisfying end. They will encounter allies both new and old while uncovering more mysteries behind the vile Margulites and their plan to plunge Vestaria into a new age of darkness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vestaria Saga II: The Sacred Sword of Silvanister.

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  13. Embark on a skybound fantasy JRPG adventure as Vashio seeks revenge against the false gods. Master strategic turn-based battles, customize your airship, craft powerful gear, recruit crew members, and explore a vast world filled with quests, fishing, puzzles, and secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asdivine Knot.

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  14. Embark on a challenging journey where tactical depth meets randomness. Designed for Steam Deck (But you can play with any controller or mouse and keyboard if you like) use the trackpad to hover over stats for richer, mouse-like descriptions. Experience a unique fusion of roguelike discovery and JRPG combat systems, where every decision matters. Strategic Combat System Break free from min… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Depthbound Descent.

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  15. English localization is currently underway. The English version is planned for release in November 2026. Journey of Reincarnation is Roguelike + Auto-Battle + NES-Style Retro all combined into one RPG. Each ending can be reached in approximately 2–3 hours. Experiment with different party compositions and skill builds to discover a variety of strategies and playstyles. For players … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to journey of reincarnation.

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  16. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 1,336 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 17 reviews

    A genre-bending RPG inspired by the classic Paper Mario games! When a greedy megacorp from the real world starts taking over fairytales for their cheap labor, a newly-hired storybook hero must climb the corporate ladder, rally together other disgruntled employees, and fight back! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Ever After.

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  17. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 5 reviews

    WiZmans World Re;Try is HD remaster of legendary JRPG WiZmans World from Jaleco with enhanced 2D pixelated graphic and sound. Experience the vast world of Wizarest with 3 fairly like homunculis. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WiZmans World Re;Try.

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  18. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding
    99% User Score Based on 354 reviews

    A fantasy tactical RPG where you command over 70 characters across grid-based battles. Customize skills, unleash flashy Spell Cards, and enjoy rich animations in a strategic, story-driven adventure set in the world of Touhou. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantasy Maiden Wars: Dream of the Stray Dreamer.

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  19. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    78% User Score Based on 498 reviews

    Drown in nostalgia and go on an adventure in search of your missing childhood friend. Dokimon is a game where you capture monsters to battle alongside and push through the dangerous open world. In advances to uncover the the mystery about your missing friend, you must become stronger, allowing you to venture on into increasingly dangerous areas. Battle against fellow Dokimon battlers who are also … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dokimon Quest.

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  20. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    NOTE: This is the Android version of the game. If you are looking for the PC version, please check the Steam page here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2696760/Starlight_Legacy/ Return to the style of 16-bit JRPGs in Starlight Legacy, a non-linear adventure inspired by genre classics! Set in a post-medieval world in the Evaria Kingdom, explore a vast kingdom created with lush 2D pixel art, a n… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlight Legacy (Android Version).

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  21. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Fate intertwines two factions, setting the stage for an epic showdown of power. A new saga of heroes must unite to confront their intertwined pasts and a tumultuous present, as an unstoppable supervillain rises from the underworld, intent on claiming dominion over all celestites/yokai souls. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legends of Celestite RPG: The All Bearer.

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  22. ■A Simulation RPG Set in Modern-Day Japan!The game takes place in Kanagawa, Japan, in the present day. All of the characters are ordinary students and working adults—realistic, everyday people. Instead of swords and magic, they fight with motorcycles and their fists in this unique Simulation RPG. ■A Simultaneous-Turn Battle System Where Allies and Enemies Act in Any Order!The game features a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dramatic Road : the origin of wind.

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  23. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    95% User Score Based on 2,575 reviews

    Venture below the streets of London, and you will find the medieval kingdom of rats, mice, moles, squirrels, and shrews known as Rodentia. If the rodents have a cardinal law, it is this: never attack a god. But Verm never had much respect for the rule of law. His tail was stolen by the Yellow God of Death, and now the mouse will have to fight all manner of beasts and titans on his quest to get it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Small Saga.

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  24. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 1,223 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 4 reviews

    Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Deity 2.

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  25. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 2,680 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 4 reviews

    Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

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  26. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 182 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Guide the princess of the tiny nation of Easania, along with her unusual but reliable companions, and explore a vibrant world of humans, beasts, and dragons, while escaping the clutches of a mysterious cult in hot pursuit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tenth Line.

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  27. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    Kingsblood is a tactical party-based RPG that blends autobattler mechanics, a mercenary management and dungeon crawling with a fully voiced story.Join the fight against the Crown's injustice in this epic tactical RPG! Assemble a powerful guild, lead them through treacherous missions and dungeons, and unlock their true potential with smart combat decisions. Will you prevail? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingsblood.

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  28. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 155 reviews

    Experience the 30+ hour long continuation of the saga of the Dark Lord, Magus Drakhen Lee, in this innovative next installment that will draw you into the world of Cora like never before... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronicles of a Dark Lord: Episode 2 War of the Abyss.

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  30. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Infernis Prime is a mining colony in the Outer Rim, under brutal occupation. With the help of a hacked android and the discovery of a dark secret, the rebels finally have a chance. This is the story of how the Outer Rim Coalition formed, and how they broke free... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Shift Rebellion.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 120 reviews

    Corrosive Studios is proud to introduce Disgraced! A unique, alternate history role playing game. Disgraced allows players to lead a rebellion in a fight for freedom in occupied Feudal Japan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disgraced.

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  32. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    95% User Score Based on 248 reviews

    Long stories Dungeon RPG with girls of "Touhou Project"! Towering Heaven-Piercing tree suddenly, losing the Amanomurakumo, and more...? Find out mastermind of the simultaneous outbreaks! Fight against the powerful enemies! Let's dig in the vast dungeon ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LABYRINTH OF TOUHOU - GENSOKYO AND THE HEAVEN-PIERCING TREE.

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  33. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:humor, graphics
    58% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Become a Legend in Jacob's Quest, a JRPG that anyone can pick up and play. Save the four crystals of the world and prevent a vile plot from unfolding. With epic battles and world progression, Jacob's Quest is the RPG of choice. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jacob's Quest Anniversary Edition.

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  34. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Knight Bewitched 2 is a jRPG featuring the story of a group of heroes and mercenaries as they work together to restore a lost kingdom and face a new threat in the world of Ambrose. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight Bewitched 2.

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  35. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    93% User Score Based on 383 reviews

    Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Siralim 2.

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  36. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 70 reviews

    Touhou Soujinengi: The Genius of Sappheiros is a fan-made Touhou Project game and a traditional turn-based RPG released at Comiket 78, heavily influenced by traditional console roleplaying games such as the SaGa Series. Despite being an RPG, it follows a traditional Touhou stage-based format, with each stage being its own dungeon. The game is made using the Unity game engine. An updated version w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou SouzinengiV -The Genius of Sappheiros-.

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  37. The perfect union between video games and comics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vesper: Ether Saga.

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  39. Enjoy solving puzzles in dungeons, and strike up conversations with the people around the world. Battles with bosses feature conversations, which might even give you some hints about tactics! Fill the skill slots with the skills you like to be prepared for strategic turn-based battles. Find the ores to craft weapons and search around pots and objects to get items for your adventure. Watch over th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Ortha.

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  40. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Dungeon Explorers 2 - Early AccessA Journey of Strategy, Romance, and Adventure! In a world shrouded in supernatural darkness, where the war between Chaos and the gods has left eternal scars, a young warrior embarks on his crusade against Chaos itself. Immerse yourself in a high-fantasy RPG that blends first-person dungeon exploration, intense tactical battles, and faction management. Forge allia… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Explorers 2.

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  41. The other half of your soul — never let go. About This Game **Emotion turns the tide. Choice writes the ending.** *Gemini in Flux* is a turn-based dark fantasy RPG. Whatever your characters feel during the story carries straight onto the battlefield as stat changes, and the choices you make along the way branch into four distinct endings. **A story that begins again, in the Afterworld.**… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 流転のジェミニ.

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  42. 82%Game Brain Score
    82% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Candlewood is a solo collectible card game with the soul of a classic JRPG. Embark on replayable dungeon runs with deceptively deep, two-choice card combat. Draft items for your backpack, master chain attacks, and even crack a few card packs...then save the world from eternal darkness! I'm looking for feedback on my demo! The game is still in development but you can join the Discord for regular u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Cards of Candlewood.

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  43. The Hundred Youkai Master A tactical command RPG featuring over 100 yokai. Form your ultimate Hyakki Yagyō, master deep strategy, and conquer deadly encounters! Challenge yourself in a battle-focused, high-difficulty RPG—no exploration, just pure tactics. Designed for players seeking high-difficulty and challenging battles. A powerless onmyoji leads a hundred yokai into battle— "Hyaku… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hundred Youkai Master.

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  44. The crystals hold the power to save Elicion—or destroy it. The choice lies in your hands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystals of Power.

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  45. Welcome to Gironia, land of legends and shadows. Once every half-century, a festival unlike any other descends upon the region. But this isn't just any festival—it's the Monster Jubilee, an event shrouded in mystery and darkness. •EXPLORE AN IMMENSE OPEN WORLD AND ITS DUNGEONS• Dive into Gironia's vast and open terrain. From its bustling cities to its darkest corners and intricate dungeons, eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oni Hunters.

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  46. "Jewel Spirits" is a new type of game that incorporates elements of party-building roguelite into turn-based strategy (strategic simulation RPG). Embark on a journey with your jewel spirits to explore the anomalies of the "Great Crystal of Time" in the innermost part of the gem cave! Choose your favorite jewel spirits and organize your party! There are only two jewel spiri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 時巡る宝石精霊.

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  48. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Inspired by classic 1980s and 90s JRPGs, this epic quest challenges you to save the world from a rising ancient darkness. Take control of Imi, a young elf mage, and recruit powerful allies across a world filled with wonder, danger, and a touch of 90s humor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SLAYER MAGE: My First RPG.

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  49. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Isekai Adventurer Guild is an SRPG roguelite where you train adventurers and go on quests together. People and monsters from Isekai have appeared. As the guild master, train adventurers and fight alongside them to solve the mysteries threatening the world! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isekai Adventurer Guild.

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  50. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    58% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    The protagonist, who has been alone, is led to the guild after finding a letter from thegrandfather. Though the grandfather is nowhere to be found at the guild, the protagonist decides to work there in search of more clues. Through a ritual to become the guild staff member, the protagonist gains the ability of “Clairvoyance”, which allows seeing and hearing through the eyes of others. You can … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PROGRESS ORDERS.

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