Games like Monster Hunter Stories

Monster Hunter Stories is a turn-based RPG where you raise and bond with monsters. You explore a world, battle enemies, and uncover a story of cooperation.

91% positive from 1,977 · 2024 · 46% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $6.94 (2025-12-13)

RPGJRPG3DFantasy PvPSingleplayer

Six games like Monster Hunter Stories

THE LEGEND OF HEROES: HAJIMARI NO KISEKI

84% positive from 1,098 reviews202158% finish itDeck Playable

A story RPG with cross-story gameplay, switching between three protagonists. It features a dramatic narrative with a concluding feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its intricate storytelling and character development, continuing the tradition of the Trails series with an ambitious, multi-protagonist narrative.

The catchThe PC port is poorly optimised, with heavy frame drops and blurry visuals.

Both are tagged 3D, JRPG and Fantasy.

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Walkabout Mini Golf VR

97% positive from 2,731 reviews2020Deck Unsupported

VR mini-golf game with realistic physics and diverse courses. Players putt through fantasy locations, with a challenging hard mode and 8-player crossplay.

What players likedPlayers praise its realistic yet imaginative mini golf, offering endless fun and replayability across diverse courses.

The catchSmooth locomotion is badly implemented, forward only with turning on the same stick.

Both are tagged PvP and 3D.

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The Last Remnant™

81% positive from 4,126 reviews2009Deck Verified

This is a PC Japanese role-playing game featuring strategic union-based combat and a story-driven adventure. It offers fast-paced battles and character customization.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique squad-based combat system, despite awkward controls, for its strategic depth and charming characters.

The catchEnemies scale with your grinding, so levelling up can soft lock you out of progress.

Both are tagged JRPG, Fantasy and Singleplayer.

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Fairy Fencer F

89% positive from 2,375 reviews20158% finish itDeck Playable

This is a turn-based RPG featuring a reluctant hero, a unique "Fairizing" mechanic for powered-up forms, and a world-shaping system. It offers humorous storytelling and strategic dungeon exploration.

The catchA separately sold enhanced version makes this original an inferior way to play.

Both are tagged JRPG, Fantasy and Singleplayer.

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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 3D, JRPG and RPG.

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BRAVELY DEFAULT II

81% positive from 2,042 reviews202119% finish itDeck Playable

This is a turn-based JRPG with a job system and the Brave/Default combat mechanic. It features a classic fantasy adventure feel with a focus on strategic battles.

What players likedPlayers praise its grind-friendly, chain-battle system for quick JP, comparing it to Final Fantasy 3 DS.

The catchBosses counter everything and spike in difficulty, forcing long grinding sessions.

Both are tagged 3D, JRPG and RPG.

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