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Looking for games like Monster Hunter Stories? Here are top tactical role playing recommendations with a fantasy and anime focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age, Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age or Bravely Default 2.

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  1. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 9,286 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 54 reviews

    Dragon Quest XI continues the gameplay of previous games in the series, in which players explore worlds and fight against various monsters, including the ability to explore high areas. Before entering battle, players can also toggle between the 3D and 2D graphical styles. The game features the series' traditional turn-based battle system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age.

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  2. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 6,090 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 28 reviews

    Experience the beginning of an all-new adventure! Join a young hero as he takes his first steps towards becoming the Luminary, a legendary hero destined to save Erdrea—and then carry over your progress into the full game! This demo will give you a generous glimpse of the epic tale that awaits you in DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age.

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  3. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 1,434 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 58 reviews

    The team behind the Bravely series and OCTOPATH TRAVELER return with BRAVELY DEFAULT II, coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch in 2020! Expect an exciting new story, a brand new world, and new Heroes of Light in this successor to the original Bravely Default. BRAVELY DEFAULT II will feature new music from Revo (Sound Horizon/Linked Horizon). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bravely Default 2.

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  4. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 5,763 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 25 reviews

    Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition brings everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory together in one game, giving fans the full Cyber Sleuth experience! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth.

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  5. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 459 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 22 reviews

    Journey into a fantastical world on a quest for revenge in DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince.Psaro is cursed and is unable to harm anything with monster blood. Now, he must become a Monster Wrangler to create an army for battle.The hunt for high-ranked monsters takes Psaro through the ever-changing seasons of Nadiria and its unique environments, with rivers of bubbling lava, mysterious ancien… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince.

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  6. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 1,940 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 4 reviews

    DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.

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  8. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 5,773 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 4 reviews

    A pixel art monster collecting game featuring sideview visuals, metroidvania like exploration and challenging turn based combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Sanctuary.

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  9. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    91% User Score Based on 1,606 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 15 reviews

    Choose from one of two protagonists whose destinies are intertwined by mysterious forces. Use sacred treasures to fight against the Blight’s many forms to restore the people, and even gods, to their natural glory. Take farming further, as you’ll manage more than a plot, rebuilding entire villages and cultivating new allies and resources along the way. Explore seasonal-themed villages heavily inspi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma.

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  10. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    89% User Score Based on 20,596 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 61 reviews

    Buy Tales of Arise for PS4. Experience the next chapter in the 'Tales of' series in this captivating JRPG where you'll challenge the fate that binds you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Arise.

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  11. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    85% User Score Based on 1,530 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 7 reviews

    Discover Visions of Mana on the official PlayStation website - trailers, screenshots, gameplay and story details, how to buy If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Visions of Mana.

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  13. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 26,812 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 13 reviews

    Monster Hunter Rise (Deluxe Edition) is a compilation of: - Monster Hunter Rise (base game) - Monster Hunter Rise: Deluxe Kit (DLC) If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Hunter Rise.

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  15. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 5,531 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 63 reviews

    Lose yourself in the ultimate Ni no Kuni experience with this Prince's edition including: -Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom (full game) -The season pass granting access to two future game expansions that add hours of additional gameplay -The Prince's equipment package Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom, unite his world and save its people from a terribl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ni no Kuni 2: Revenant Kingdom.

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  16. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 8,079 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 44 reviews

    Enter an era of war within the world of Ivalice. The small kingdom of Dalmasca, conquered by the Archadian Empire, is left in ruin and uncertainty. Princess Ashe, the one and only heir to the throne, devotes herself to the resistance to liberate her country. Vaan, a young man who lost his family in the war, dreams of flying freely in the skies. In a fight for freedom and fallen royalty, join these… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age.

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  17. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    94% User Score Based on 5,747 reviews

    Explore game FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time for PS5,PS4 console from the official PlayStation website.Check out FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time features, news, videos, screen shots, and buy the game now from PlayStation Store. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time.

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  19. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 1,173 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 2 reviews

    Set off on a grand adventure in a fantasy world with the latest entry in the Rune Factory simulation RPG series. After losing their memory, the hero lands in a small town blessed by nature. There, they are recruited into a band of peacekeeping rangers, and their new life begins. In addition to their normal duties, the hero can farm the land, cast a line into the nearby river, and so much more! Tea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rune Factory 5.

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  20. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 2,769 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 56 reviews

    Buy Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin on PlayStation Store. From Team Ninja (Nioh, Dead or Alive) comes a brand new take on the Final Fantasy series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN.

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  21. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    76% User Score Based on 2,656 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 55 reviews

    The World of Final Fantasy: Limited Edition features the game, special 24-Page Artbook showing off the stunning WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY creative direction, and extra digital bonus content including: Sephiroth summon - White Chocobo Choco-gallop to Grymoire's rescue on this rare, white chocobo. You can now also play the game with Japanese audio! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY.

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  22. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 16,165 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 54 reviews

    Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.

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  23. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 8,118 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 9 reviews

    In Tales Of Berseria players embark on a journey as they assume the role of Velvet, a young woman whose once gentle nature has been replaced and overcome with a festering anger and hatred after a traumatic experience three years prior to the events within Tales Of Berseria imbued her left hand with a special ability. Along her journey, Velvet will meet a whole cast of characters, including a young… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Berseria.

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  24. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    87% User Score Based on 8,289 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 42 reviews

    Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Octopath Traveler.

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  25. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 906 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 7 reviews

    Blue Reflection, a new RPG title from Gust Studios, puts the player in the shoes of Hinako Shirai, a seemingly normal high school girl who gains the mysterious power of a Reflector, a champion able to manipulate the dimension known as The Common. Follow her story as she creates new bonds and gain new strength as she fights through dangers of The Common. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blue Reflection.

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  26. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 2,606 reviews
    Critic Score 89%Based on 8 reviews

    Flip through the pages of the iconic Trails series to where it all began with Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter! This stunning remake reimagines the beloved classic with new breathtaking visuals, refined gameplay, and the first unforgettable adventure across Liberl Kingdom. Join Estelle Bright and her adoptive brother, Joshua, as they embark on their journey as junior bracers, determined to climb the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter.

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  29. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    67% User Score Based on 684 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 10 reviews

    In Dragon Quest Heroes, the protagonists must rise up against insurmountable odds, challenging swarms of enemies and conquering gigantic monsters in an exhilarating action game. Filled with characters and monsters designed by world-renowned artist Akira Toriyama. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRAGON QUEST HEROES™ Slime Edition.

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  30. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    99% User Score Based on 2,950 reviews

    A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Battle Fantasy 5.

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  31. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 3,680 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 37 reviews

    Rise Above a World of Desolation The latest entry in the hugely popular God Eater action series is here! Fight in Style with Brand-new God Arcs! Expand your close-combat armory with the dual-wield God Arc “Biting Edge” and the two-handed moon axe ""Heavy Moon"", or fight from afar with the new ""Ray Gun"" God Arc! New Abilities for Exhilarating Battles! Ground, Air, and Step attacks evolve into po… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God Eater 3.

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  32. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 6,938 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 59 reviews

    This game is a brand-new entry in the Octopath Traveler series. It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights.In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era.Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life?Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Octopath Traveler 2.

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  33. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 2,942 reviews

    WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG with a unique gaming system blending elements of simulation, item collection, and adventure. Discover the perfect combination of fairytale-like graphics and deep worldbuilding! Accompany Pieberry, a young witch running from a Witch Hunt, as she embarks on a grand adventure If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WitchSpring R.

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  36. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    77% User Score Based on 844 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 7 reviews

    The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep takes players to an astonishing adventure packed with puzzle-filled dungeon-crawling and turn-based strategy combat. Blending classic RPG gameplay and fantasy storytelling with modern design and visuals, The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep is perfect for longtime fans and intrepid newcomers alike. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bard's Tale IV: Director's Cut.

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  37. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 1,362 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 36 reviews

    Discover SteamWorld Heist II on the official PlayStation website. Check out new trailers and screenshots, gameplay features and more for this turn-based sequel. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SteamWorld Heist 2.

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  38. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 1,970 reviews

    Full story of the original with 8 new scenarios, 4 fan favorite characters, and 3 character classes from the Disgaea series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disgaea 5 Complete.

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  39. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 420 reviews

    Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin About the GameIn this demo for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, players are able to play the opening portion of the game for free. Save data from the demo can be carried over to the retail version. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that gives players a chance to explore the world of Monster Hunter as a “Rider” who develops bonds with, raises, and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Trial Version.

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  40. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    87% User Score Based on 1,922 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 26 reviews

    SteamWorld Quest is the roleplaying card game you’ve been waiting for! Lead a party of aspiring heroes through a hand-drawn world and build, craft and upgrade your party’s decks in order to stop an ancient menace… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech.

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  41. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 1,538 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 26 reviews

    Experience this legendary fantasy adventure like never before and embark on exciting escapades with your favorite characters in the brand new Newlywed Mode! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rune Factory 4 Special.

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  42. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 3,470 reviews
    Critic Score 58%Based on 3 reviews

    The Last Remnant follows a teenage warrior on a quest to end the war, in a fictional world divided into multiple city-states and inhabited by four different species. an enthralling story, countless characters and an intricate battle system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Remnant.

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  43. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    69% User Score Based on 11,445 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 2 reviews

    Buy Biomutant on PlayStation Store. From Experiment 101 and THQ Nordic, Biomutant is an open-world, post-apocalyptic RPG, with a unique martial arts styled combat system If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Biomutant.

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  44. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 6,904 reviews

    Hold on to what you strive for! In a world torn by war between two powerful nations fighting for rule and supremacy, accept the burden of the Sheperd and fight human darkness to protect your world from Malevolence and reunite humans and Seraphim. Together with Lailah, the Lady of the Lake who guards the Sacred Blade, and his best friend Mikleo, the cast will discover soon enough a powerful for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Zestiria.

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  46. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    71% User Score Based on 957 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 18 reviews

    Explore game Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion for PS5 console from the official PlayStation website.Check out Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion features, news, videos, screen shots, and buy the game now from PlayStation Store. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion.

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  47. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    91% User Score Based on 1,117 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 15 reviews

    In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven.

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  48. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 4,836 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 30 reviews

    Discover Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance for PlayStation 5 on the official PlayStation website, with trailers, screenshots, purchase options and edition details, and gameplay features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance.

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  49. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    81% User Score Based on 1,006 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 32 reviews

    Slayers! Go forth and eradicate the Oni menace! Experience the latest hunting action game featuring a dynamic targeted destruction system! The latest installment in the hunting action series "Toukiden". From the battlefield to the village that serves as your base of operations, the game takes place in a vast "open world". Explore the vast world for yourself, and enjoy hunting action from an entir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toukiden 2.

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  50. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    70% User Score Based on 1,266 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

    I Am Setsuna introduces the authentic JRPG style of yesteryear to PlayStation4 and Steam! Journey with Setsuna as she prepares to make the ultimate sacrifice and save the people of her land. A powerfully nostalgic experience, blending a classic style of story-telling, battle system and gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I am Setsuna.

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