Its simply so addictive that you may be looking for another JRPG that is just as good.
This is where the following best JRPGs, likeMetaphor: ReFantazio,come in.
The enemies never stop coming.

Well, unless youre out and about saying Aloha to people in the streets.
In this way, the game adapts the social aspect ofMetaphor: ReFantazio.
If only goes further to add anAnimal Crossing-like minigame, among many more fun ways to keep yourself busy.
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13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rimcomes from the same studio asMetaphor: ReFantazio: Atlus.
It excels at storytelling, crafting a sci-fi mystery.
However, the unique aspect of this game is that there are 13 different story paths you could take.
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Even more exciting, you could rewind time to try out a new storyline.
Etrian Odyssey
Etrian Odyssey, also an Atlus game, is among the bestJRPGslikeMetaphor: ReFantazio.
It does stray away from the norm, delving into the dungeon-crawling sub-genre.
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While the gameplay is entirely different, youll find references that cross over from one game to another.
Otherwise, its still an engaging game with a compelling story youll have fun unraveling.
It has solid dating and combat mechanics that sync seamlessly together.
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Youll be switching from going on a date to surviving an apocalypse, all in a heartbeat.
Visions of Mana
Elemental spirits abound in the world ofVisions of Mana.
But more so, the classes you could experiment with to the tune of 45.
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Additionally, the world is like the Matrix, where you enter complex dungeons seeking devils.
Interestingly, its a spin-off of the Shin Megami Tensei franchise, and so has quite similar gameplay.
Persona 5 Royal
Personal 5 Royalalso has similar turn-based gameplay.
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But it also puts heavy emphasis on socialization.
Both gameplay elements feed into one another, especially when youre managing your party.
Gravity Rush: Remastered
Perhaps you want something a little more different.
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Well,Gravity Rush: Remasteredis a good choice.
You explore a more open-ended world and engage in more frantic action.
Exploration feels more freer, while combat has no bounds.
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Meanwhile, the story is just as engaging, taking you on a wild steampunk adventure.
The combat system is so good it influenced major franchises likePersonaandMetaphor.
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Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.











