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Games like Ys II DS

Looking for games like Ys II DS? Here are top role playing recommendations with a fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Ys DS, Trials of Mana or Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter.

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  1. This is a remake of the first game in the Ys series for the DS release. The games have been remade in 3D, with new music, art, and a new translation, while still keeping the feel of the older games. Also featured are touch control and local wireless multiplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ys DS.

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  2. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 177 reviews

    Trials of Mana is the 3D remake of the hit classic RPG released in 1995 as Seiken Densetsu 3. This daring tale of overcoming the tests of fate has been given new life! Experience the beloved adventure fully modernized with graphic improvements, character voiceover support, a remastered soundtrack and a new episode which you can experience after the ending, in addition to an ability system and a n… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trials of Mana.

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  3. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 2,312 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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  4. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 325 reviews

    Wanzers return to the battlefield once more! Prepare for battle with Front Mission 1st: Remake, a remake of the sci-fi turn-based strategy game Front Mission 1st. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake.

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  5. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development
    88% User Score Based on 436 reviews

    The tag-team fighting game based on the original "Umineko When They Cry" series, finally released on Steam, in English and with improved rollback netplay! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Umineko: Golden Fantasia.

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  6. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 178 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 7 reviews

    Quintessential JRPG series "Collection of Mana" is now on Nintendo Switch! Fall in love with the Mana series all over again, including the first-ever release of the action-packed third game in the trilogy: "Trials of Mana"! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Collection of Mana.

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  7. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    63% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Just when he thought his life was regaining some semblance of normality, Simon's wonder years are once again turned upside down when the evil sorcerer Sordid returns from the grave with only one thing on his mind - revenge! Sordid reconstructs his Fortress of Doom and sends a magical wardrobe to fetch Simon, but it accidentally ends up on the doorstep of Calypso, the wizard Simon had to save in th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Simon the Sorcerer 2: 25th Anniversary Edition.

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  9. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    94% User Score Based on 1,125 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 33 reviews

    Keep the good times rolling with a new entry in the Katamari Damacy series! In this puzzle action-adventure game, you'll roll your Katamari through time itself. Journey through the Jurassic Period, Ice Age, historic Japan, and more eras to rebuild the starry sky. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Once Upon A KATAMARI.

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  10. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 32 reviews
    Critic Score 35%Based on 1 reviews

    Bring iconic Nickelodeon heroes into a world of fantasy and real-time RPG action. Throw the dice and dive into a wild, action-packed adventure with a selection of Nickelodeon characters. Featuring epic battles, dynamic environments, it's an engaging gameplay experience for players of all ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny.

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  11. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 416 reviews

    Dive into the enchanting worlds of LUNAR: Silver Star Story Complete and LUNAR 2: Eternal Blue Complete, two beloved JRPGs that have captured the hearts of gamers for generations. LUNAR: Silver Star Story introduces Alex, an aspiring Dragonmaster who bands together with his friends to combat the perilous emergence of the Magic Emperor and stop him from taking over the world. LUNAR 2: Eternal B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LUNAR Remastered Collection.

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  12. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    50% User Score Based on 204 reviews

    Magical Drop Is Back!!! Yes, the cult-classic returns with all the fast-paced action you expect from the franchise, mixed with modern visuals and multi-player online experiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magical Drop V.

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  16. 31%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    47% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Cotton, the legendary witch is back, and this time in 3D! Get ready for this formerly Japanese exclusive cute ‘em up gem to be “reconjured”. ININ and Success have teamed up once again to bring you a massively improved - and for the first time worldwide - re-release of Rainbow Cotton. Originally released in 2000 on Sega's Dreamcast, Rainbow Cotton takes you on an arcade-inspired journey… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rainbow Cotton.

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  17. 20%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    33% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    On your marks for The Giganto Games, a roar-some sports party for one to four dinos! Play as Mazu, Rocky, Bill and Tiny and compete in eight chomp-sized games. You’ll fly across deserts, race across glaciers, blast targets with berrys and more. But look out – Giganto himself might just stomp into the action! With lots of game modes you can create your own tournaments, take on AI opponents, or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gigantosaurus: Dino Sports.

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  18. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 130 reviews

    The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins… CHRONO TRIGGER is the timeless role-playing classic developed by the ‘Dream Team’ of DRAGON QUEST creator Yuji Horii, Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, and the creators of FINAL FANTASY. As the story unfolds, embark on a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chrono Trigger.

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  19. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 173 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 22 reviews

    Travel to the past to save the present as you restore forgotten lands and battle an unknown evil in this classic DRAGON QUEST adventure completely rebuilt from the ground up for the Nintendo 3DS system. Customize your party with over 30 vocations and level up in turn-based battles to learn new spells and abilities in this timeless quest! Featuring character and monster designs from acclaimed arti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past.

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  20. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    The Nintendo GameCube classic Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door returns with updated graphics on Nintendo Switch! Join Mario and friends in an RPG adventure to discover the legendary treasure behind the ancient Thousand-Year Door. Will Mario complete his papery quest, or will he crumple under the pressure? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.

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  21. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    76% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    About It's a story about a frustrated executioner in late 17th century. He felt sick at his job and ran away from the gallows. It aroused a riot of monsters, he had to clean up this cruel mess, and find out the truth about the "Gloomy Oil" of this crazy world. It's a Retro PS2 style Survival Horror Action-RPG, you will use various skill to survive, beat your enemy and explore forward. Inspi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Vacation for an Executioner.

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  22. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    64% User Score Based on 85 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    A new dungeon-crawler RPG game in the Genso Wanderer series. Embark on an adventure with Reimu and friends to solve incidents. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Genso Wanderer: Foresight.

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  24. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    81% User Score Based on 613 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Banner of the Maid is a turn-base strategy game set in the time of the French Revolution. You will lead the army to break through the difficulties and experience the different stories of that most uncommon time with wine of salon and the smoke of battlefield. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Banner of the Maid.

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  25. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    Twilight Frontier's latest release is here! A Touhou Project inspired work: "MarisaLand Legacy" Eat mushrooms to increase your height in this easy to control 2D side scrolling action game! But it's not only her height which has changed, the number of players too! Marisa's adventure starts once more...!! The publisher of this game on Steam is DLsite Official. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MarisaLand Legacy.

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  26. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 109 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 25 reviews

    The 19th main game in the Atelier franchise and third game in the Mysterious game trilogy. The game features two main characters and changes some of the previous game's systems. A new crafting feature, called Enchanting Agents, was added to the Synthesis system. 6 characters participate in combat, each attacker can have a support characters to help out, and you can now craft items while in combat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Atelier Lydie & Suelle: The Alchemists and the Mysterious Paintings.

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  27. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    48% User Score Based on 126 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Lead your Z: Steel Soldiers into the next century rebooted for the rocket fueled fans of the classic hard-core strategy game. In the bloody aftermath of ‘Z’ comes Z: Steel Soldiers. All your favourite strategies and gameplay from the classic version, with graphics that have powered into the 21st century, vivid 3D landscapes, and a state of the art engine that brings your game to life. Meet the new… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Z Steel Soldiers.

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  28. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 125 reviews

    Romancing SaGa is set in the fictional world of Mardias, which was created by the God Marda. Long ago, war raged between three wicked gods, Death, Saruin, and Schirach, and the lord of all gods, Elore. At the end of that long conflict, Death and Schirach were stripped of their powers, and Saruin was imprisoned through the might of the ten Fatestones and the hero Mirsa's ultimate sacrifice. A mille… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Romancing SaGa 3.

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  29. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 81 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 36 reviews

    ■Staying true to the series legacy For Wonder Boy - Asha in Monster World, the original staff from the former Westone Bit Entertainment gathered together to create a game that stays true to the spirit of the original games. The team is led, and directed, by the creator of the Wonder Boy series, Ryuichi Nishizawa and supported by Shinichi Sakamoto (sound), Maki Ōzora (character design) and Takanor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WONDER BOY ASHA in Monster World.

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  30. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 2,085 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 8 reviews

    The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III is the eighth installment in the main Trails series, serving as a direct sequel to the events of The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II. The game follows Rean Schwarzer, now a military professor, as well as his students, and the rest of his military school friends from the prior two entries, notably exploring subjects such as the mysterious ori… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III.

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  31. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    98% User Score Based on 85 reviews

    The Legend of Sword and Fairy is a role-playing video game developed by the Taiwanese company Softstar Entertainment and its subsidiaries. The game incorporates elements of wuxia, shenmo and fantasy. Since its release in 1995, the game has spawned a successful video game franchise in Taiwan and mainland China. It was also adapted into the 2005 Chinese television series Chinese Paladin. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sword and Fairy.

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  32. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 3,244 reviews

    FINAL FANTASY VI first debuted in 1994 as the sixth instalment in the iconic FINAL FANTASY series. Innovations included the ability to play all the main characters as the game's protagonist, and to this day, its epic story intertwining each of their fates is still highly rated and wildly popular. With plenty of abilities available and the magicite system for controlling spells/summoning, players… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Fantasy VI.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 1,362 reviews

    Sacred Gold is the complete Sacred collection in one box, containing the full version of Sacred, winner of the "Best Roleplaying Game 2004" award from PC GAMER, Sacred Plus, and Sacred Underworld. This is the new name in Action-RPGs. Sacred delivers a huge, elaborate world comprising 16 regions beset with heroic quests, battle-hardened warriors, and horrific enemies. Ancaria consists of highly det… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sacred Gold.

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  35. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    83% User Score Based on 201 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 21 reviews

    2018 marked the 40th anniversary of legendary studio SNK! To celebrate this extraordinary milestone, a variety of classic arcade games from SNK's golden age are coming back together in one anthology on Xbox One. SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION is packed full of retro games and a treasure trove of features! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION.

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  36. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    97% User Score Based on 254 reviews

    A collection of short and silly games from the early days of the internet. There's turn-based RPGs, shoot-em-ups, platformers, and more - updated with new quality-of-life features. Plus there's a whopping 150 achievements to collect! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Battle Fantasy Collection.

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  37. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 152 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 11 reviews

    Pocky the shrine maiden and Rocky the raccoon are back together in the latest game in the long-running classic shooter series! As the evil Black Mantle attacks, Pocky and Rocky need to team up once again, this time with some new friends to take on the upcoming challenges! With 8 stages of high-paced shooting action, you'll have your hands full with creepy enemies, big bosses, and lots of twists an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocky & Rocky Reshrined.

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  38. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    SpiritSphere is a local multiplayer game that draws inspiration from classics like Zelda and Windjammers and mashes it together with the nostalgic feel of playing air hockey at your local arcade. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpiritSphere.

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  39. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Insurgence - Second Assault is a follow-up sequel to Insurgence - Chains of Renegade. Features new characters and stories from two different points of view. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Insurgence: Second Assault.

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  40. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    95% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 1 reviews

    Five characters with distresses went out for an adventure to get the medicine that was handed down from the ancient times. However, they need to gather three materials called "Sun element", "Star element" and "Moon element" and meet the god who lives in an illusionary underground temple to be able to get the medicine. In the middle of their journey, they will meet the Queen Pirates and will be b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GUNBIRD 2.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    85% User Score Based on 146 reviews

    One of the most popular entries in ASCII's RPG Maker series, RPG Maker 2000 was largely responsible for popularizing the use of RPG creation software outside of Japan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RPG Maker 2000.

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  42. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 46 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 6 reviews

    Labyrinth of Zangetsu is new 3D dungeon RPG by Acquire. Its gameplay systems are a return to the "roots" of hack-and-slash. It is a title that emphasizes "wa" (the Japanese-style), which is Acquire’s specialty. It depicts a “deep” world view illustrated by ink painting brush strokes. And features a “mixture of wa” sound that channels the music of Japan’s various eras, from "gagaku" (traditional Ja… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Labyrinth of Zangetsu.

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  43. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    Critic Score 84%Based on 21 reviews

    This is the ironically named game that started it all. You take control of the Warriors of Light, off on a journey to defeat four fiends and restore peace to the world. So many of the elements of the series that we've come to know and love make their debut right here in this very first entry: a massive world full of mystery, some iconic monster designs and that incredible music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster.

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  45. Talent alone is not enough to become a powerful cultivator. You'll need legendary artifacts, mystical abilities, powerful techniques, loyal spirit pets, and a touch of fate. Only by joining a mighty sect and becoming a true disciple can you begin to ascend the path to immortality! Paper Realm: Path of the Immortal is a Roguelike survival strategy game set in a world of Eastern cultivation. class… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 纸境小仙途.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Stick It! is an exhilarating physics-based adventure where precision and momentum define your path to victory. Take control of a stick figure and navigate a series of treacherous landscapes using a unique movement system built around angular momentum. Rotate, swing, and launch yourself through four distinct areas packed with a variety of platforms, each offering different properties—from bouncy su… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stick It!.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Join Our Discord About the GameA GLOBETROTTING 8-BIT STYLE JRPG SET IN 90s EARTH Embark on an 8-bit style JRPG adventure to save Earth circa 199X using a distinctive party-based combat system. As the high school football team’s star, Gio Zachary never thought he would find himself on a globetrotting adventure to save the world. Through a series of strange events, Gio embarks on a journey e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geo Mythica.

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  48. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    93% User Score Based on 615 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 38 reviews

    DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagining of the first two legendary adventures in the Erdrick trilogy, brought together in one package. (Players can play either DRAGON QUEST I or II whenever they want by selecting their preferred title on the game's start screen.) DRAGON QUEST I Story: Thanks to the heroic efforts of the legendary Erdrick, the Lord of the Underworld was defeate… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake.

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  49. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    88% User Score Based on 774 reviews

    Unravel the mysteries of the past in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! Gather your companions and travel beyond the shores of your small kingdom to discover why it is the only remaining island in the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined.

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  50. Trasmoz Legends is the explosive finale to the Trasmoz trilogy: a retro arcade platformer built like a lost 1980s cabinet. Featuring ultra-crisp pixel art limited to 16 colors and an authentic YM2203 chiptune soundtrack, it’s a love letter to the golden age of coin-op gaming. Choose from 4 modes — Family, Classic, Speedrun, and Endless — and face a relentless final boss that hunts you through cur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trasmoz Legends.

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