Games like Digimon World: Next Order

81% positive from 2,867 reviewsReleased 20231% finish itSteam Deck Verified

What it is

Monster-collecting RPG where you train two Digimon companions, manage a town, and engage in AI battles to restore the Digital World. The core loop involves exploration, Digimon care, and strategic combat.

What players liked

Players praise it as a faithful successor to Digimon World 1, offering an enhanced monster-raising experience.

The catch

Constant grinding is required, and your Digimon die and reset much of that progress.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 81% positive, but with 2,867 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Digimon World: Next Order

DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince

75% positive from 1,214 reviews202430% finish itDeck Playable

This is a monster-collecting RPG where players recruit and synthesize monsters to form teams for turn-based battles. The game features a dark fantasy story with exploration across varied environments.

What players likedIt's a Pokémon-like creature collector with deep monster synthesis/breeding, praised for its nostalgia and extensive customization.

Both are tagged Creature Collector, Party-Based RPG and JRPG.

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Siralim Ultimate

93% positive from 2,483 reviews2021Deck Playable

This is a deep monster-catching RPG with strategic 6v6 battles and extensive creature fusion. Players explore randomly generated dungeons for loot and new creatures, with massive post-game content.

What players likedPlayers praise Siralim Ultimate as a deep creature collector and team-building game, compared to Disgaea, PoE, and Pokémon.

The catchShallow progression and fusion depth despite the huge creature roster

Both are tagged Creature Collector, Party-Based RPG and RPG.

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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 Creature Collector, JRPG and RPG.

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Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven

93% positive from 4,652 reviews202450% finish itDeck Playable

This is a non-linear RPG with a generational succession mechanic where players defend an empire against vengeful heroes. It features diverse classes and tactical combat.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique, open-ended JRPG mechanics, generational system, and stylish presentation, making it an accessible entry to the SaGa series.

The catchTime skips keep replacing your party with blank characters you never get attached to.

Both are tagged Party-Based RPG, JRPG and RPG.

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FINAL FANTASY II

82% positive from 3,383 reviews202148% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D JRPG with a unique skill-based progression system and a story-driven adventure. It features retro graphics and music, with modernized gameplay elements.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique, experimental leveling system and improved storytelling, feeling like a precursor to SaGa games.

The catchLeveling stats through repeated use is grindy and tedious for most of the game.

Both are tagged Party-Based RPG, JRPG and RPG.

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Rebellion GODSOUL: Awakening

86% positive from 2,946 reviews202513% finish itDeck Playable

A story-driven RPG with card battles and anime girl collection. Link girls to awaken powers and fight oppression with tactical deck building.

What players likedPlayers praise its great combat and story, noting its inspiration and references to other games and anime.

The catchLarge chunks of text stay untranslated in Chinese, and updates keep reverting English.

Both are tagged Party-Based RPG, JRPG and RPG.

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