Games like Breath of Death VII

84% positive from 1,459 reviewsReleased 2011Steam Deck Verified

What it is

Retro parody RPG with fast-paced turn-based combat and branching character customization. It offers a short, replayable quest with a humorous, undead theme.

What players liked

Players praise this cheap, fun parody of older turn-based RPGs for its interesting gameplay.

The catch

Dungeons are long bland mazes and battles turn into grinding and button mashing.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 84% positive, but with 1,459 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Breath of Death VII

Cthulhu Saves the World

92% positive from 3,475 reviews2011Deck Verified

This is a parody RPG with a retro style. Players inflict insanity on enemies and aim to become a hero to destroy the world.

What players likedPlayers praise its funny story and witty characters, comparing it to classic Dragon Quest games with a unique battle counter.

The catchMaze like dungeons and constant random encounters turn the combat into a tedious slog.

Both are tagged Retro, JRPG and Comedy.

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Epic Battle Fantasy 3

97% positive from 2,399 reviews201620% finish itDeck Playable

A free, silly turn-based JRPG with over 10 hours of content. It features hundreds of items and a lighthearted, nonsensical feel.

What players likedPlayers praise this free, classic turn-based RPG for its fun combat, excellent music, and continued improvements in later games.

The catchThe comedy is dated and juvenile, and the dialogue rarely lands.

Both are tagged JRPG, Comedy and Funny.

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Disgaea PC

87% positive from 4,791 reviews20168% finish itDeck Verified

Disgaea PC is a tactical RPG with deep character progression and over-the-top combat. Players level characters to 9999, transmigration, and explore the Item World for immense damage.

What players likedPlayers praise Disgaea PC as a great, goofy, and funny tactical RPG with amusing characters and satisfying "number go up" grinding.

The catchA buggy, crash prone port missing the quality of life features later versions added.

Both are tagged JRPG, Comedy and RPG.

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Arcade Paradise

81% positive from 2,027 reviews20229% finish itDeck Verified

Retro arcade simulator where you build and manage an arcade, playing over 35 distinct games. It features a 90s aesthetic and a core loop of playing, earning, and expanding.

What players likedPlayers praise this immersive 80s arcade management sim for its playable games and the satisfying progression from laundromat work.

The catchThe laundry work is a slow, repetitive grind that keeps interrupting the arcade games.

Both are tagged Retro, Comedy and Indie.

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Epic Battle Fantasy 5

98% positive from 2,827 reviews201829% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is an over-the-top turn-based RPG with monster catching and strategic combat. It features juvenile humor, anime fanservice, and extensive customization.

What players likedPlayers praise EBF5 as a content-rich, polished traditional turn-based RPG with in-depth combat and charming hand-drawn art.

The catchBattles drag because animations are slow and there is no way to speed them up.

Both are tagged JRPG, Funny and RPG.

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WitchSpring R

97% positive from 2,262 reviews202322% finish itDeck Verified

This is a story-driven RPG with simulation and crafting elements where players train a witch, collect ingredients, and battle monsters. The game features character growth through player choices and a focus on uncovering hidden stories.

What players likedPlayers praise WitchSpring R as a charming JRPG with an engaging story and characters, often compared to Atelier games for its combat and crafting.

The catchCombat stays shallow and gets trivially easy, with one strategy clearing everything.

Both are tagged JRPG, Funny and RPG.

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