Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Chrono Trigger (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Chrono Trigger on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: Final Fantasy VIII, which made by the same studio, Square.
- Chrono Trigger is tagged JRPG, RPG, Classic, Story Rich, Great Soundtrack, Time Travel, Singleplayer, Retro by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 9 are from the same studio: Final Fantasy VIII, Final Fantasy V, Final Fantasy IV, Final Fantasy VI, Final Fantasy III, Secret of Mana, Final Fantasy II, Trials of Mana, Live A Live.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Final Fantasy VIII
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both science fiction, fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including JRPG, RPG and Classic; released around the same time (1999).
It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...
Final Fantasy VIII at a glance Released 1999 Studio Square Player sentiment 88% positive of 9,497 Price $11.99 JRPGRPGClassicGreat SoundtrackTurn-BasedStory RichFantasySci-fi
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Final Fantasy V
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 10 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D; released around the same time (1992).
The original FINAL FANTASY V comes to life with completely new graphics and audio as a 2D pixel remaster! A remodeled take on the fifth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy V at a glance Released 1992 Studio Square Player sentiment 90% positive of 2,493 Price $17.99 RPGJRPG2DPixel GraphicsRetroStory RichFantasyTurn-Based
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Final Fantasy IV
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D; released around the same time (1991).
The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy IV at a glance Released 1991 Studio Square Player sentiment 92% positive of 3,028 Price $17.99 RPGJRPG2DStory RichFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroTurn-Based
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FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
Why it matched: both science fiction, fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including JRPG, Story Rich and RPG; published by the same company.
FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster celebrates two of the most cherished and beloved entries to the world-renowned franchise, completely remastered in gorgeous High Definition & now available on PC / Windows!
FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster at a glance Released 2016 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 88% positive of 23,525 Price $29.99 JRPGStory RichRPGGreat SoundtrackFantasyClassicTurn-BasedAnime
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FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED
Why it matched: both science fiction, fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Story Rich; published by the same company.
The mega-hit RPG, FINAL FANTASY VIII returns! This Steam® version features new graphical enhancements and a whole host of options to customise your gameplay experience.
FINAL FANTASY VIII - REMASTERED at a glance Released 2019 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 76% positive of 5,605 Price $19.99 RPGJRPGStory RichTurn-BasedGreat SoundtrackClassicFantasyAnime
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Final Fantasy VI
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including RPG, 2D and JRPG; released around the same time (1994).
The original FINAL FANTASY VI comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the sixth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy VI at a glance Released 1994 Studio Square Player sentiment 92% positive of 4,975 Price $17.99 RPG2DJRPGFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroStory RichGreat Soundtrack
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Final Fantasy III
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D.
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy III at a glance Released 1990 Studio Square Player sentiment 93% positive of 2,841 Price $17.99 RPGJRPG2DFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroStory RichTurn-Based
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Secret of Mana
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including JRPG, RPG and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (1993).
The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!
Secret of Mana at a glance Released 1993 Studio Square Player sentiment 68% positive of 2,925 Price $39.99 JRPGRPGGreat SoundtrackStory RichAnimeClassicFantasyRetro
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Grandia
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 10 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Classic; released around the same time (1997).
GRANDIA HD Remaster brings enhanced visuals to both gameplay and cinematic videos.
Grandia at a glance Released 1997 Studio Game Arts Player sentiment 90% positive of 1,780 Price $19.99 RPGJRPGClassicAnimeStory RichGreat SoundtrackRetroFantasy
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Omori
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 10 player tags including Story Rich, Pixel Graphics and Great Soundtrack.
Explore a strange world full of colorful friends and foes. When the time comes, the path you’ve chosen will determine your fate... and perhaps the fate of others as well.
Omori at a glance Released 2020 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 97% positive of 88,417 Price $19.99 Story RichPixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackRPGMultiple Endings2DTurn-BasedJRPG
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FINAL FANTASY IX
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including JRPG, Story Rich and Great Soundtrack; published by the same company.
Selling over five million copies since its release in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX proudly returns on Steam! Now you can relive the adventures of Zidane and his crew on PC !
FINAL FANTASY IX at a glance Released 2016 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 95% positive of 14,266 Price $20.99 JRPGStory RichGreat SoundtrackFantasyRPGClassicTurn-BasedCult Classic
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Final Fantasy II
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D.
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Final Fantasy II at a glance Released 1988 Studio Square Player sentiment 82% positive of 3,501 Price $11.99 RPGJRPG2DFantasyPixel GraphicsRetroStory RichTurn-Based
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Trials of Mana
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Anime; released around the same time (1995).
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Trials of Mana at a glance Released 1995 Studio Square Player sentiment 91% positive of 5,755 Price $49.99 RPGJRPGAnimeFantasyGreat SoundtrackStory RichClassic
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Final Fantasy XIII
Why it matched: both science fiction, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including JRPG, RPG and Great Soundtrack; published by the same company.
Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.
Final Fantasy XIII at a glance Released 2009 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 75% positive of 19,914 Price $15.99 JRPGRPGGreat SoundtrackFantasyStory RichSci-fiTurn-Based
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Eternal Senia
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Anime, RPG and Great Soundtrack.
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Eternal Senia at a glance Released 2015 Studio Sanctum Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 12,057 Price Free AnimeRPGGreat SoundtrackStory RichJRPG2DPixel GraphicsFantasy
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Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game
Why it matched: both science fiction and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Classic and Turn-Based.
Fallout® 2 is the sequel to the critically acclaimed game that took RPG'ing out of the dungeons and into a dynamic, apocalyptic retro-future. It's been 80 long years since your ancestors trod across the wastelands.
Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game at a glance Released 2009 Studio Black Isle Studios Player sentiment 94% positive of 17,454 Price $9.99 RPGClassicTurn-BasedStory RichSci-fiRetroGreat SoundtrackReplay Value
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CrossCode
Why it matched: both science fiction and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Pixel Graphics, RPG and Great Soundtrack.
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
CrossCode at a glance Released 2018 Studio Radical Fish Games Player sentiment 92% positive of 18,408 Price $19.99 Pixel GraphicsRPGGreat Soundtrack2DStory RichRetroAnimeSci-fi
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FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including RPG, JRPG and Fantasy; published by the same company.
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE - This revered classic returns, now fully remastered for the first time for PC, featuring all new and enhanced gameplay.
FINAL FANTASY XII THE ZODIAC AGE at a glance Released 2018 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 89% positive of 10,211 Price $49.99 RPGJRPGFantasyStory RichGreat SoundtrackClassicAnimeTurn-Based
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Cave Story
Why it matched: both science fiction and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics and 2D.
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
Cave Story at a glance Released 2004 Studio Daisuke Amaya Player sentiment 93% positive of 8,305 Price $14.99 Great SoundtrackPixel Graphics2DRetroClassicReplay ValueStory RichSci-fi
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Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
Why it matched: both science fiction, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Sci-fi and Story Rich.
It is four thousand years before the Galactic Empire and hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith. You are the last hope of the Jedi Order. Can you master the awesome power of the Force on your quest to save the Republic? Or will you fall to the lure of the dark side?
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic at a glance Released 2003 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 91% positive of 33,918 Price $9.99 RPGSci-fiStory RichClassicFantasyTurn-BasedGreat Soundtrack
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STAR WARS Knights of the Old Republic
Why it matched: both science fiction, fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Sci-fi and Story Rich.
It is four thousand years before the Galactic Empire and hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith. You are the last hope of the Jedi Order. Can you master the awesome power of the Force on your quest to save the Republic? Or will you fall to the lure of the dark side?
STAR WARS Knights of the Old Republic at a glance Released 2009 Studio BioWare Player sentiment 91% positive of 33,917 Price $9.99 RPGSci-fiStory RichClassicFantasyTurn-BasedGreat Soundtrack
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DELTARUNE
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Story Rich, Great Soundtrack and Pixel Graphics.
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!
DELTARUNE at a glance Released 2025 Studio tobyfox Player sentiment 98% positive of 133,535 Price $24.99 Story RichGreat SoundtrackPixel GraphicsRPG2DFantasyRetroJRPG
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Live A Live
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Square; both science fiction; shares 7 player tags including RPG, JRPG and 2D; released around the same time (1994).
The legend is alive! LIVE A LIVE, originally only released for the Super Famicom in Japan, is being revived on Steam! Experience this legendary RPG, brought alive in the same HD-2D visual style as OCTOPATH TRAVELER.
Live A Live at a glance Released 1994 Studio Square Player sentiment 86% positive of 938 Price $49.99 RPGJRPG2DPixel GraphicsMultiple EndingsSci-fiRetro
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including JRPG, Story Rich and RPG.
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 94% positive of 10,375 Price $19.99 JRPGStory RichRPGAnimeGreat SoundtrackTurn-BasedFantasyClassic
Common questions
What game is most like Chrono Trigger?
Final Fantasy VIII, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Square. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Chrono Trigger" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Chrono Trigger. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of Chrono Trigger do?
Final Fantasy VIII, Final Fantasy V, Final Fantasy IV, Final Fantasy VI, Final Fantasy III, Secret of Mana, Final Fantasy II, Trials of Mana, Live A Live are also from Square, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.