Discounted JRPG games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated jrpg games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free jrpg games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus
Yuma, an amnesiac detective-in-training, and Shinigami, the spirit haunting him, tackle unsolved mysteries.
Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness.
KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC)
KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC) brings one chapter of the series to a close. Travel to exciting new Disney and Pixar worlds, and prepare for the final showdown.
Monster Hunter Stories
Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.
Athenian Rhapsody
Forge your own story and explore the world of Athens in Athenian Rhapsody, a souls-like platonic dating simulator with cooking-mama and WarioWare style battle mechanics... and by that I mean it's a choose-your-own-adventure action RPG with the ability to trade ENTIRE PLAYTHROUGHS between friends!!
SaGa Emerald Beyond
FORGE YOUR OWN TALE The latest standalone entry in the SaGa franchise, SaGa Emerald Beyond, brings together the very best elements of the beloved series to offer each player their own unique gameplay experience.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
Eiyuden Chronicle: 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.
Dream Tactics
Dream Tactics is a GBA-styled strategy RPG with cunning card combos and deep character customization. Pick your party, manage cards to create unique playstyles, and outsmart hordes of pillows in turn-based combat to save the Dream World from its inevitable collapse.
Ys X: Nordics
The story takes place in the northern sea Obelia Bay, a bay filled with countless islands of all sizes. Ys X: Nordics depicts a brand-new adventure in the northern sea Obelia Bay, featuring the young adventurer, Adol Christin, as its protagonist!
Girls of The Tower
This is a Rogue-like game with a combination of JRPG, auto chess, and galgame elements. Players can choose from two different female protagonists to embark on a unique adventure. Additionally, players can recruit followers, strategize their formations, and develop their town!
Persona 3 Reload
Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink
A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Two larger-than-life heroes, Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu are brought together by the hand of fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Live it up in Japan and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an RPG adventure so big it spans the Pacific.
Path of the Abyss
Dive deep into the Abyss.
Persona 5 Tactica
Join the Phantom Thieves as they lead an uprising of the heart! Assemble an all-star team of heroes in a brand-new story in this thrilling combat adventure set in Persona’s iconic universe.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
ERASE YOUR PAST TO PROTECT YOUR FUTURE Once a legendary yakuza, Kazuma Kiryu faked his own death and abandoned his name for the sake of protecting his family. Now, he is thrust into conflict by a mysterious figure attempting to drive him out of hiding.
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
Wizardry: The Five Ordeals
Welcome to the world of dungeon crawling! The classic dungeon crawler released back in 2006, returns to Steam with improved UI and more.
CRYMACHINA
CRYMACHINA is an action RPG where mechanical girls strive to survive in a post-apocalyptic world to become “Real Humans''. But what does it mean to be a “Real Human”?Most played jrpg games on Steam
Take a look at the top jrpg games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a turn-based combat, story rich and fantasy game developed by Sandfall Interactive and published by Kepler Interactive. Released on April 24th 2025 has received 20,857 reviews of which 19,311 were positive and 1,546 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played jrpg game, thanks to its 58,990 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.1
19,311
1,546
58,990
players
2. Persona 5 Royal
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! Persona 5 Royal is a jrpg, story rich and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 100,454 reviews of which 97,086 were positive and 3,368 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 3,436 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among jrpg games based on player count.
9.5
97,086
3,368
3,436
players
3. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
The Unknown Journey Continues... After escaping from the dystopian city of Midgar, Cloud and his friends set out on a journey across the planet. New adventures await in a vibrant and vast world in this standalone entry to the FFVII remake trilogy! FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH is a rpg, action and adventure game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on January 23rd 2025 has received 18,685 reviews of which 14,461 were positive and 4,224 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. While seeing 2,297 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among jrpg games based on player count.
7.6
14,461
4,224
2,297
players
4. Persona 3 Reload
Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart. Persona 3 Reload is a captivating reimagining of the genre-defining RPG, reborn for the modern era with cutting-edge graphics and gameplay. Persona 3 Reload is a jrpg, rpg and anime game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on February 01st 2024 has received 40,860 reviews of which 38,590 were positive and 2,270 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 1,945 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played jrpg games.
9.3
38,590
2,270
1,945
players
5. Metaphor: ReFantazio
The throne sits empty after the king’s assassination. With no heirs, the will of the late king decrees that the next monarch will be elected by the people, & thus begins your fight for the throne.. Metaphor: ReFantazio is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 10th 2024 has received 33,896 reviews of which 30,857 were positive and 3,039 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 1,811 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played jrpg games.
8.9
30,857
3,039
1,811
players
6. Persona 4 Golden
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders. Persona 4 Golden is a jrpg, great soundtrack and story rich game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on June 13th 2020 has received 77,426 reviews of which 75,117 were positive and 2,309 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 1,037 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played jrpg games.
9.5
75,117
2,309
1,037
players
7. KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-
KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is an HD remastered collection of 6 unforgettable KINGDOM HEARTS experiences. Take up your Keyblade to save the Disney worlds from darkness. KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX- is a action, rpg and adventure game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on June 13th 2024 has received 7,357 reviews of which 6,128 were positive and 1,229 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 902 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played jrpg games.
8.1
6,128
1,229
902
players
8. FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi. FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE is a rpg, action rpg and jrpg game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on June 17th 2022 has received 36,441 reviews of which 32,350 were positive and 4,091 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 872 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played jrpg games.
8.7
32,350
4,091
872
players
9. RPG Maker MZ
You want to create an RPG, but every game making tool you have found was either too complex or too limited? RPG Maker MZ empowers you with simple tools to create your RPG right out of the box, yet is customizable enough to make the exact RPG you want! RPG Maker MZ is a rpg, game development and rpgmaker game developed by Gotcha Gotcha Games, KADOKAWA and Yoji Ojima and published by Gotcha Gotcha Games. Released on August 27th 2020 has received 1,855 reviews of which 1,580 were positive and 275 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 720 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played jrpg games.
8.2
1,580
275
720
players
10. Sword of Convallaria
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny. Sword of Convallaria is a free to play, jrpg and tactical rpg game developed and published by XD. Released on July 31st 2024 has received 3,764 reviews of which 2,793 were positive and 971 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 656 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played jrpg games.
7.2
2,793
971
656
players
Best deals on jrpg games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of jrpg games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted jrpg games.
1. Lost Eidolons
Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield. Lost Eidolons is a jrpg, war and perma death game developed and published by Ocean Drive Studio and Inc.. Released on October 13th 2022 has received 1,931 reviews of which 1,351 were positive and 580 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for jrpg category.
6.8
1,351
580
-97%
33.33€
1.00€
2. Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy! Coromon is a creature collector, exploration and jrpg game developed by TRAGsoft and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 6,506 reviews of which 5,562 were positive and 944 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in jrpg games.
8.3
5,562
944
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. Cris Tales
Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs with a new perspective. Peer into the past, act in the present, and watch as your choices dynamically change the future -- all on one screen as you play! Cris Tales is a rpg, adventure and jrpg game developed by Dreams Uncorporated and SYCK and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on July 20th 2021 has received 487 reviews of which 318 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in jrpg games.
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318
169
-95%
39.80€
1.99€
4. .hack//G.U. Last Recode
.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection. .hack//G.U. Last Recode is a rpg, jrpg and anime game developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on November 03rd 2017 has received 3,839 reviews of which 3,334 were positive and 505 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
8.4
3,334
505
-94%
47.67€
2.86€
5. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition
Svart Alfheim and the Accelerated World have begun to merge. In the midst of the chaos, Yui has gone missing. Kirito must challenge the Seven Kings of pure color from the Accelerated World to gain access to her location. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and multiplayer game developed by ARTDINK CORPORATION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 12th 2017 has received 1,138 reviews of which 843 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
7.1
843
295
-94%
47.00€
2.82€
6. Star Renegades
Star Renegades is a dimension spanning rogue-lite strategy RPG. Outsmart uniquely generated adversaries, forge bonds between heroes and end the cycle! Star Renegades is a rogue-like, pixel graphics and turn-based game developed by Massive Damage and Inc. and published by Raw Fury. Released on September 08th 2020 has received 2,823 reviews of which 2,347 were positive and 476 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
8.0
2,347
476
-92%
24.75€
1.98€
7. Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition
2026, Sword Art: Origin, a new VRMMORPG has emerged. Kirito meets a mysterious NPC and receives a cryptic message. This game is definitively not the same as the one he escaped years ago… Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and action game developed by AQURIA and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on October 27th 2017 has received 7,553 reviews of which 5,984 were positive and 1,569 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
7.7
5,984
1,569
-92%
52.50€
4.20€
8. Battle Chasers: Nightwar
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world. Battle Chasers: Nightwar is a rpg, turn-based combat and singleplayer game developed by Airship Syndicate and published by THQ Nordic. Released on October 03rd 2017 has received 7,134 reviews of which 6,236 were positive and 898 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
8.5
6,236
898
-87%
30.62€
3.98€
9. CODE VEIN
In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN. CODE VEIN is a souls-like, anime and character customization game developed by Bandai Namco Studios and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 26th 2019 has received 56,983 reviews of which 48,081 were positive and 8,902 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
8.3
48,081
8,902
-87%
50.92€
6.62€
10. SCARLET NEXUS
Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities. SCARLET NEXUS is a anime, action and rpg game developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on June 24th 2021 has received 17,001 reviews of which 13,803 were positive and 3,198 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for jrpg games.
8.0
13,803
3,198
-87%
49.38€
6.42€
Free jrpg games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play jrpg games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play jrpg games.
1. Sword of Convallaria
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny. Sword of Convallaria is a free to play, jrpg and tactical rpg game developed and published by XD. Released on July 31st 2024 has received 3,764 reviews of which 2,793 were positive and 971 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 656 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free jrpg games on Steam.
7.2
2,793
971
656
players
2. LAST CLOUDIA
A fantasy RPG that weaves a sprawling tale with quirky characters and cinematic effects. Its gorgeous, fast-paced battles feature pixel art characters sweeping though 3D playspaces. LAST CLOUDIA is a action, rpg and adventure game developed and published by AIDIS Inc.. Released on August 30th 2021 has received 888 reviews of which 721 were positive and 167 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 295, this jrpg game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free jrpg games on Steam.
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721
167
295
players
3. FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS
Relive the most memorable moments from FFVII and experience the journey of a young hero Sephiroth in FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS. FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS is a rpg, adventure and jrpg game developed by Square Enix, Applibot and Inc. and published by Square Enix. Released on December 06th 2023 has received 2,845 reviews of which 1,746 were positive and 1,099 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 215, this jrpg game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free jrpg games on Steam.
6.0
1,746
1,099
215
players
4. VALKYRIE CONNECT
Enjoy deep character growth and co-op boss battles in this JRPG. VALKYRIE CONNECT is a free to play, rpg and adventure game developed and published by Ateam Entertainment Inc.. Released on April 02nd 2020 has received 1,082 reviews of which 808 were positive and 274 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 116 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free jrpg games on Steam.
7.2
808
274
116
players
5. ANOTHER EDEN
[Single player JRPG] Take your cat on a time-traveling adventure! ANOTHER EDEN is a free to play, jrpg and rpg game developed and published by WFS and Inc.. Released on March 30th 2021 has received 1,853 reviews of which 1,282 were positive and 571 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 113 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free jrpg games on Steam.
6.7
1,282
571
113
players
6. Aero Tales Online: The World - Anime MMORPG
Aero Tales Online is a new free-to-play Anime MMORPG featuring fantastic PvP and PvE features. You will find yourself in a mysterious story of the Key of Skylight. Choose your side, customize your character and enjoy the journey of Aero World! Aero Tales Online: The World - Anime MMORPG is a rpg, mmorpg and jrpg game developed and published by Anisage Games. Released on August 01st 2022 has received 858 reviews of which 601 were positive and 257 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free jrpg games on Steam.
6.7
601
257
34
players
7. Figure Adventure
"Figure Adventure" is a trendy game with the theme of hand-made figures, which integrates card cultivation and placement and hang-up gameplay! Figure Adventure is a adventure, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Figure Fantasy. Released on June 24th 2024 has received 889 reviews of which 769 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free jrpg games on Steam.
8.2
769
120
29
players
8. Epic Battle Fantasy 3
Epic Battle Fantasy 3 is a silly turn-based JRPG, full of useless NPCs, rabid cats, childish humor, unreasonably large weapons, anime boobs, and other nonsense. And it's totally free! Epic Battle Fantasy 3 is a jrpg, funny and rpg game developed and published by Matt Roszak. Released on September 01st 2016 has received 2,167 reviews of which 2,101 were positive and 66 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free jrpg games on Steam.
9.2
2,101
66
8
players
9. Byakuya Museum
“I should have...died...”Opened eyes again, he found himself in a bustling museum!Players need to take on the role of a raven specimen boy "Gregorio" to explore the Byakuya Museum. Your mission is to plumb the secrets of Time Town, uncover your own past, and escape from the museum. Byakuya Museum is a jrpg, rpgmaker and horror game developed and published by 墨染_Aifeimo. Released on May 26th 2023 has received 580 reviews of which 551 were positive and 29 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free jrpg games on Steam.
8.8
551
29
3
players
10. Six Braves 🕌
Strategy RPG game , full of childhood memories! Six Braves 🕌 is a rpg, strategy and jrpg game developed and published by Zeros. Released on September 13th 2022 has received 782 reviews of which 516 were positive and 266 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free jrpg games on Steam.
6.4
516
266
1
players