The Most Popular JRPG Video Games Right Now
If you've ever wanted to see a list of the best JRPG games, you're in luck! We’re ranking the biggest and most popular JRPGs in 2021. These turn-based games are known for the rich storylines, deep gameplay mechanics, and awesome controls.
While classic games like Chrono Trigger, Secret of Mana, and the venerable Final Fantasy series helped define RPGs, newer games have taken role-playing games to a whole new level. Which recent JRPG is your favorite? From Aura Kingdom to God Eater 3, SoulWorker, and more, these games have a devoted following and super dense plots. Games from all consoles (PS5, PS4, Xbox X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch) are welcome, as well as PC games.
Vote up the best modern JRPGs and add your own if it's missing from the list.
- Developer: Square Enix
- Genres (Video game): Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
- Platform: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2
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- Developer: Square Enix Business Division 3
- Genres (Video game): Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
- Platform: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
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- Developer: P-Studio
- Genres (Video game): Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
- Platform: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4
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- Developer: Square Enix
- Genres (Video game): Role-playing
- Platform: Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch
- Also ranks #1 on The Best Nintendo Switch RPGs
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- Developer: PlatinumGames
- Genres (Video game): Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
- Platform: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4
- Also ranks #4 on The 75 Best Role Playing PS4 Games
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- Also ranks #8 on The Best PlayStation 4 Fantasy Games
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2020- Developer: Nihon Falcom
- Genres (Video game): Role-playing
- Platform: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft Windows
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