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Persona 3

Persona 3 is a landmark JRPG that introduced the core mechanics of the Persona series, blending high school life simulat...

Music JRPG Cult Classic Social

8.8 Very Good

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Persona 4

Persona 4 is a beloved JRPG that popularized the series with its engaging story, memorable characters, and unique blend...

Music JRPG Cult Classic Social

8.0 Very Good

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Shin Megami Tensei IV

Shin Megami Tensei V offers a darker and more challenging experience than the mainline Persona games, drawing heavily fr...

JRPG Atlus Challenging Metroidvania

8.0 Very Good

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Hollow Knight

A masterclass in the Metroidvania genre, Hollow Knight immerses players in the vast, decaying insect kingdom of Hallowne...

Action Exploration Hand Drawn Metroidvania

9.8 Brilliant

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Persona 5 Royal

Persona 5 Royal is an enhanced version of the stylish Japanese RPG from Atlus. It masterfully blends traditional dungeon...

Stylish Turn Based JRPG Life Simulation

9.6 Brilliant

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Final Fantasy VII

Final Fantasy VII revolutionized the JRPG genre with its groundbreaking 3D graphics (for its time) and a deeply emotiona...

Music RPG Fantasy Adventure

9.5 Brilliant

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Dark Souls III

Dark Souls III is the culmination of the Dark Souls trilogy, delivering a refined and challenging experience within a be...

Combat Action RPG Boss Rush Metroidvania

9.3 Excellent

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Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth - Hacker's Memory

Hacker's Memory builds upon the foundation of Cyber Sleuth, delivering a refined and engaging JRPG experience. The story...

Story Driven JRPG Mystery

9.2 Excellent

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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is a massive JRPG and the latest mainline entry in the Yakuza/Like a Dragon series. It co...

Turn Based JRPG Story Rich Yakuza

9.2 Excellent

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Persona 5

Persona 5 established a new standard for the series with its striking visual style, captivating soundtrack, and compelli...

Music Stylish RPG Modern

9.0 Excellent

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Xenogears

A cult classic that delves into complex themes of philosophy and psychology, Xenogears offers a rich narrative intertwin...

RPG Mecha Story Driven Turn Based

8.9 Very Good

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Digimon World: Next Order

Next Order offers a sprawling open-world experience where players raise and battle alongside two Digimon partners. The g...

Open World Exploration JRPG

8.8 Very Good

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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth continues the acclaimed remake project, expanding the world and deepening the narrative. With...

Fantasy Adventure Turn Based JRPG

8.8 Very Good

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Bloodborne

Bloodborne is a gothic horror action RPG that stands apart from the Dark Souls series with its aggressive, offensive-foc...

Combat Action RPG Boss Rush Metroidvania

8.8 Very Good

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky

This gem of a JRPG is known for its intricate world-building and character-driven storytelling. Trails in the Sky invite...

RPG Exploration Turn Based JRPG

8.6 Very Good

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Digimon Survive

Digimon Survive distinguishes itself with a unique blend of visual novel storytelling and strategic turn-based combat. P...

Strategy JRPG Choices Matter Visual Novel

8.5 Very Good

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GTA Vice City

Set in the vibrant and stylish 1980s, GTA Vice City offers a unique blend of action, adventure, and crime. Its iconic so...

Music Open World Crime Action Adventure

7.8 Good

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Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a vibrant 2.5D action-adventure Metroidvania that revitalizes the classic franchise....

Single Player Ubisoft Metroidvania Action Platformer

7.7 Good

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Last Epoch

Last Epoch is a feature-complete action RPG developed by Eleventh Hour Games, blending time travel, deep character custo...

Time Travel Action RPG Hack And Slash Loot Based

7.6 Good

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Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne

Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne is a notoriously challenging and atmospheric JRPG known for its bleak setting and compl...

Combat JRPG Atlus Challenging

6.8 Fair