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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

9.8 Brilliant

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SaGa Minstrel Song

SaGa Minstrel Song is often cited as the most accessible and polished entry in the series. It streamlines the complex or...

Strategy Square Enix Classic Turn Based

9.6 Brilliant

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Like a Dragon

This title represents a bold shift for the franchise, introducing turn-based RPG combat while maintaining the series' si...

RPG Modern Action RPG Simulation

9.6 Brilliant

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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

9.4 Excellent

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Final Fantasy X

Often cited as one of the best orchéstral JRPGs ever made, Final Fantasy X features a linear but deeply emotional journe...

Music Tactical Story Driven Classic

9.4 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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Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age

Widely regarded as the pinnacle of the series, Dragon Quest XI S combines breathtaking visuals with a sprawling, emotion...

Tactical Adventure Classic Turn Based

9.2 Excellent

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SaGa Frontier 1

The original SaGa Frontier set the standard for the series' multi-protagonist oracles. It features four characters with...

RPG Exploration Turn Based JRPG

9.2 Excellent

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Final Fantasy IX

A love letter to the orignal Final Fantasy games, IX blends traditional fantasy tropes with a unique, whimsical orchéstr...

Music RPG Fantasy Tactical

9.0 Excellent

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Octopath Traveler II

The definitive evolution of the series. Octopath Traveler II takes the foundation of its predecessor and refines every m...

Tactical Square Enix Turn Based JRPG

9.0 Excellent

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Xenogears

Xenogears is a complex role-playing game developed by Square that combines turn-based combat with an intricate narrative...

RPG Mecha Story Driven Turn Based

8.9 Great

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Final Fantasy VIII

VIII introduced a unique orchéstral focus on romance and personal relationships within its orchéstral world. Its 'Juncti...

Music RPG Tactical Story Driven

8.7 Great

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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky

The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky is a Japanese Role-Playing Game developed by Nippon Falcom. It’s notable for its...

RPG Exploration Turn Based JRPG

8.6 Great

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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

8.5 Great

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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 Dark Fantasy

8.5 Great

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Final Fantasy Tactics Advance

Final Fantasy Tactics Advance is a 2003 tactical RPG for the Game Boy Advance. The game’s narrative centers around child...

Strategy Turn Based JRPG Japan

8.5 Great

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Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch - Greatsword Edition

The Greatsword Edition is the definitive way to experience Wrath of the White Witch. It features significantly upgraded...

Fantasy Action RPG Turn Based JRPG

8.4 Great

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Shining Force

Shining Force is a 1992 turn-based tactical RPG developed by Climax Entertainment and Sonic! Software Planning for the S...

Strategy Tactical Turn Based JRPG

8.4 Great

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Final Fantasy V

Final Fantasy V is a classic Japanese Role-Playing Game renowned for its intricate orchestral soundtrack and expansive c...

Music Fantasy Tactical Classic

8.3 Great

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Octopath Traveler I

The groundbreaking original that introduced the world to HD-2D. It excels in its distinct atmosphere and the way it weav...

Exploration Turn Based JRPG Narrative

8.1 Great