Final fantasy always feels like King Jrpgs. With heritage as long, stormy and granted as it is, it is easy to feel as if there was nothing more that could compete with the series. Final Fantasy is an absolutely prominent foundation in the genre and in JRPG's history has made several pioneering moments, so it deserves its praise.
However, this does not mean that it is the best or only JRPG series. I would even dare say that there are several series in several aspects that are better than the final fantasy. Do not only try one JRPG, because these series are even better than the giant JRPG itself.
Yakuza: Like a dragon
Better immersion
Like a dragon: Endless wealth
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January 26, 2024
- Esrb
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M for mature 17+ due to blood and gore, intense violence, sexual themes, simulated gambling, strong tongue
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Studio Ryu Ga Gotoku
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Dragon
A huge candidate in the race for the best JRPGS, as a dragon series, is brilliant and does not get the love it deserves. You bring imagination to the real world in a way that can not do on this list, that you meet Ichiban and its companions when they deal with situations with greater than life in a very regular environment.
The fantastic nature of the life of fantasy in the real world makes the series shining in an incomparable way. You throw your classic turn -based fighting, a party of relative and interesting characters, side tasks and Easter eggs for other JRPGS, and you have a game that is now better than some Final Fantasy titles.
Persona 5: Royal
Better artistic direction
Persona 5 Royal
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October 31, 2019
- Esrb
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m
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P Studio, Atlus
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P Studio, Atlus
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Proprietary engine
Unfortunately, there is no fight against what the person has achieved. Between Persona 3 Reload and Persona 5 Royal and, of course, with older games with the Persona series cemented as a standout in the genre, and these titles themselves are better than some games in the Final Fantasy series.
Whether you look at the design of the user interface, the appearance and impression of the struggle based on turn, music or stories, you will find the level of Polish invisible in other JRPG. The stories of the upcoming age are also relative, so you feel like a part of the gang.
Dragon Quest 11
A better classic feeling
Dragon Quest is one of the most popular JRPG series and its history somewhat reflects the history of Final Fantasy. Its history has been as long as the final fantasy and has games that keep the classic JRPG feeling alive.
It is your average set of heroes to save the world from darkness, but with a significant taste that improves and more fun with every entry. The classic Dragon Quest also returns with the remake HD-2D, so you can explore the whole series, compare it with the final fantasy for yourself and find out where this influence comes.
Stories arise
Better fight
Stories arise
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September 10, 2021
- Esrb
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T for teens: reference to alcohol, blood, tongue, suggestive themes, violence
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Bandai namco studios
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Bandai namco studios
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Unrealistic engine 4
The stories of the series specialize in a unique and engaging struggle with every new entry. Tales of Aris brought it to the forefront and mixed its ability to switch between JRPG action style. Every character felt and played differently and combined with his story, personality and brilliant voice acting, stories that they arise is better than some of the Final Fantasy titles in all these areas.
Adding two players in some older games gives him an advantage because you can enjoy a large adventure with friends in a way that you can't with the title Final Fantasy. Bandai Namco gives Square Enix running for his money with some titles in this series, visually stunning areas, convincing stories and great combat options. Do not forget the beautiful anime cutscenes scattered during the games.
Xenoblade chronicles 3
Better survey
Xenoblade chronicles 3

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29. July 2022
- Esrb
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T for teens because of language, mild blood, suggestive themes, violence
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Monolith
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Nintendo
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Xc2/torna
Not everyone will agree that every entry to the Xenoblade Chronicles series is better than the final fantasy that I liked to admit. However, it cannot be denied that Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is special and better than a few finals Fantasy.
This game has some of the best narratives in the series, which will affect a great balance between urgency and interest. With tons of characters to get to know each other, everyone feels strange in themselves. Add a frenetic but fun game, a large world to explore and the overall range of the game and you have a JRPG masterpiece that can take over the giant fantasy.
Kingdom Hearts 2
A better magical feeling and integration
Kingdom Hearts 2


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March 28, 2006
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E10+ for all 10+ due to mild blood, alcohol use, violence
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Square Enix
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Square Enix
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Unrealistic engine 4
Sure, there is a combination of final fantasy, but this combination of characters and borrowed content makes Kingdom Hearts better than some Final Fantasy games. Although there are some valid critics that you can do about this series, magic and innocence, besides a miracle that you can see your favorite Disney characters, the series makes certain FF games.
Especially Kingdom Hearts 2 is a perfect balance between elements of JRPG, Disney and Final Fantasy. Great playing improved from the original and a unique mixture of friendly faces from both companies, brilliant soundtrack and some great payouts for fans, in the Final Fantasy series there is not much that could build Kingdom Hearts 2.
Octopath Traveler 2
Better innovation
Octopath Traveler 2
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February 24, 2023
- Esrb
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Rate T for teen for fantasy violence, mild blood, mild tongue, suggestive themes and use of alcohol and tobacco.
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Unrealistic engine 4
Octopath Traveler 2 is a masterpiece that learns from its predecessors, everything that is great about JRPGS about an old school mixed with new and fresh ideas and refined content from previous records. The Break and Boost system was improved and created more opportunities for strategy to play the fighting parts of the game.
Combinations of classes that give players to experiment with players to return to classic large parties that explore the story of each character individually, and adapt this nostalgic look with the HD-2D engine, Octopath Traveler 2 has all JRPG necessary.
Chrono trigger
One of the best jrpg of all time
Chrono trigger
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March 11, 1995
- Esrb
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T for teens: fantasy violence, mild blood
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Cocos Creator Engine
- Multiplayer
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Local team
Whenever these JRPG lists appear for the best games in the genre, you will be obliged to see Chrono start somewhere on the list. Chrono Trigger has a bit of everything in it, so every reason the other JRPG is better than the final fantasy on this list, pack them all in one and you have a chrono trigger.
Great music, a convincing story with more endings, a good comfort fight and unique and interesting characters that make you really want to grind the story and discover their fate. If there is one game better than the Final Fantasy series, it is a classic that is Chrono Trigger.


