Uploaded January 2022 | Updated September 2026, 12 minutes ago
There's no question that Japanese role-playing gamesusually take a bit longer to play considering the length of their campaigns and the breadth of content, but hey, we're not complaining. Over the past few years, the Nintendo Switch has proved to be one of the best ways to play for long stints due to its portability and versatility. Whether you're looking for something strategic, something with social simulation mechanics thrown in, or a title that is going to challenge not only your gaming skills but your resolve and tenacity, the best JRPGs on the Switch offer something for every type of gamer.
While the 'J' in JRPG stands for Japanese, this list isn't simply focusing on RPGs made in Japan. Instead, it features classic Japanese role-playing games that exude a certain gameplay style, namely games that place a heavy emphasis on deep, thought-provoking plots andcomprehensive character development. FromSwitch exclusives like Fire Emblem: Three Houses and Pokmon Sword and Shield to epicJRPGs likeTrails of Cold Steel III and Dragon Quest XI, there are tons of options to help you get your RPG fix at home or on the go, with plenty of great games coming to the Switch in the not-too-distant future. Of course, the Switch is also home to a growing library of older RPG classics, including all the PS1-era Final Fantasy games.
Check out all the top Switch JRPGs and vote up all the games you loved playing the most, that way other gamers can see which titles to check out next
0:00 - Intro
0:00:08 - The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
0:00:17 - Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana
0:00:25 - Xenoblade Chronicles 2
0:00:32 - Fire Emblem: Three Houses
0:00:40 - Final Fantasy XII:The Zodiac Age
0:00:48 - Octopath Traveler
0:00:58 - Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
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There's no question that Japanese role-playing gamesusually take a bit longer to play considering the length of their campaigns and the breadth of content, but hey, we're not complaining. Over the past few years, the Nintendo Switch has proved to be one of the best ways to play for long stints due to its portability and versatility. Whether you're looking for something strategic, something with social simulation mechanics thrown in, or a title that is going to challenge not only your gaming skills but your resolve and tenacity, the best JRPGs on the Switch offer something for every type of gamer.
While the 'J' in JRPG stands for Japanese, this list isn't simply focusing on RPGs made in Japan. Instead, it features classic Japanese role-playing games that exude a certain gameplay style, namely games that place a heavy emphasis on deep, thought-provoking plots andcomprehensive character development. FromSwitch exclusives like Fire Emblem: Three Houses and Pokmon Sword and Shield to epicJRPGs likeTrails of Cold Steel III and Dragon Quest XI, there are tons of options to help you get your RPG fix at home or on the go, with plenty of great games coming to the Switch in the not-too-distant future. Of course, the Switch is also home to a growing library of older RPG classics, including all the PS1-era Final Fantasy games.
Check out all the top Switch JRPGs and vote up all the games you loved playing the most, that way other gamers can see which titles to check out next
0:00 - Intro
0:00:08 - The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
0:00:17 - Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana
0:00:25 - Xenoblade Chronicles 2
0:00:32 - Fire Emblem: Three Houses
0:00:40 - Final Fantasy XII:The Zodiac Age
0:00:48 - Octopath Traveler
0:00:58 - Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age
▶️ MUSIC BY: bit.ly/DreamHeaven
🌠About Topopedia----------
Topopedia works for you, we made interesting, diverse, fun tops of events, performers, actors, politicians, places, and much more. don't miss everyday updates
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🌠Big thanks for free music goes to DreamHeaven----------
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