Games like STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R

This is a 2.5D JRPG remake featuring dual protagonists, a unique visual style, and a story-driven adventure with relationship building. It combines fantasy and sci-fi elements with new battle mechanics and full voice acting.

95% positive from 2,051 · 2023 · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $19.99 (2025-09-18)

RPGJRPG Pixel Graphics Action RPGActionPvE

Six games like STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R

MEGATON MUSASHI W: WIRED

80% positive from 711 reviews20246% finish itDeck Playable

This is a mecha action RPG where players customize giant robots to fight aliens. The core loop involves hack-and-slash combat, collecting parts, and cooperative or versus multiplayer.

What players likedPlayers praise this super robot anime-like musou game for its combat and top-tier mecha customization.

The catchLong visual novel cutscenes swallow most of the runtime between short mech missions.

Both are tagged PvE, JRPG and RPG.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate

83% positive from 4,231 reviews202429% finish itDeck Verified

This is a co-op roguelike action game where players use unique Turtle powers and randomized upgrades in fast-paced runs. It features arcade and story modes with iconic TMNT locations and enemies.

What players likedPlayers praise this "Hades-like" roguelike for its addictive co-op gameplay, fun combat, and nostalgic TMNT charm.

The catchderivative Hades clone with spongy, grindy progression

Both are tagged PvE, RPG and Action.

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Inkbound

87% positive from 4,001 reviews20241% finish itDeck Playable

Turn-based roguelike with simultaneous multiplayer combat. Explore diverse builds and save magical stories in a cooperative adventure.

What players likedPlayers praise this tactical roguelike as a "Slay the Spire" with ability-based combat, offering deep builds and high replayability.

The catchThe developers dropped support, so missing features and bugs are never getting fixed.

Both are tagged PvE, RPG and Action.

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Alien Shooter 2: Reloaded

92% positive from 3,554 reviews2009Deck Playable

This is an arcade action RPG with a core loop of shooting hordes of aliens and upgrading weapons. It offers intense, fast-paced combat with a sci-fi horror feel.

The catchIt is capped at a low resolution and oversized UI text blocks the screen.

Both are tagged PvE, RPG and Action.

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Revita

81% positive from 2,414 reviews202257% finish itDeck Unsupported

Fast-paced twin-stick roguelite platformer. Trade health for power in procedural combat to reclaim memories.

What players likedPlayers praise Revita's unique art and high replayability, offering a challenging platformer experience.

The catchHealth doubles as currency, so every chest and upgrade leaves runs starved.

Both are tagged PvE, RPG and Action.

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Dwarven Realms

82% positive from 3,535 reviews2024Deck Playable

This is an action RPG with deep customization and intense mob-slaying combat. Players craft gear and develop unique builds to survive challenging seasonal content.

What players likedIt's a streamlined ARPG/MMO hack-and-slash with addictive grind, in-depth builds, and competitive leaderboards.

The catchEvery map is the same circular arena grind, and upgrades are just bigger stat numbers.

Both are tagged PvE and Action RPG.

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More about STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R

What players liked

Players praise its dynamic combat and replayability, comparing its engaging story and concepts to Chrono Trigger.

The catch

Supporting characters and dialogue feel thin and underdeveloped

Reviews: 95% positive from 2,051
Released: 2023
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $19.99 (2025-09-18)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 95% positive, but with 2,051 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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