Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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JRPGs continue to deliver some of the most unforgettable adventures in gaming, combining memorable characters, deep combat systems, and stories that stay with you long after the credits roll. Whether you're a longtime fan or just getting into the genre, there's never been a better time to jump in.

This list highlights the best JRPGs you must play right now, the titles that define the genre and deserve a place in every RPG fan's collection.

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*CHAPTERS:*
00:00 Intro
00:21 Star Ocean: The Second Story R
01:31 Visions of Mana
02:29 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
03:45 Scarlet Nexus
04:54 Unicorn Overlord
05:57 Suikoden II
07:10 Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
08:15 Granblue Fantasy: Relink
09:20 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
10:22 Octopath Traveler II
11:26 Metaphor: ReFantazio
12:23 Persona 3 Reload
13:21 Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age
14:13 Tales of Arise
15:14 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
16:00 Kingdom Hearts II
17:07 Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
18:14 NieR: Automata
19:39 More Recommendations

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