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1995 Classic

A timeless JRPG classic where a band of heroes hops between eras, from prehistory to a ruined future, to avert the world's destruction. Combo techs in active-time battles, many endings and a legendary soundtrack make it unforgettable.

What defines Chrono Trigger:

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Choices with consequences
  • Strong, story-driven narrative

The closest matches for Chrono Trigger are Chrono Trigger, Another Eden Begins and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Chrono Trigger special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Chrono Trigger

97 %

2018 PC 14.99 € 👍 88 % Very positive, 11,200 reviews on Steam

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Strong, story-driven narrative

A timeless classic JRPG in which a party of heroes hops across eras to prevent the end of the world. Active-time combo combat, multiple endings and a superb soundtrack set it apart; the PC version adds bonus dungeons.

Another Eden Begins

Turn-based combat

A classic-style JRPG about time travel with command-based battles, with story work from Chrono Trigger writer Masato Kato. New Game+ lets you replay with your upgraded party and chase more than ten different endings.

Final Fantasy VII

Turn-based combat

A landmark JRPG in which Cloud and his allies take on the powerful Shinra corporation. The flexible Materia system, a dramatic epic and unforgettable music make it a classic.

Chrono Cross

Turn-based combat

Chrono Cross is a JRPG classic in which Serge hops between two parallel worlds while uncovering his own fate. Over 40 recruitable characters, an unusual element-based combat system instead of standard leveling, and a superb soundtrack set it apart.

Final Fantasy XIII-2

Turn-based combat

A JRPG with a fast paradigm-shifting battle system where you hop through time across different eras and timelines. You recruit monsters as allies and solve occasional puzzles and paradoxes along the way.

Final Fantasy VI

Turn-based combat

A classic JRPG with a large ensemble cast, a tyrannical empire, and a dramatic world-shattering plot. The Pixel Remaster polishes the 2D visuals and music while keeping the proven turn-based combat.

Final Fantasy Resonance

Fantasy setting

A Final Fantasy in modern pixel art that revives the classic turn-based formula. A party bound by fate calls on Visions in battle to stop a force threatening to destroy the world.

Final Fantasy VIII

Turn-based combat

Squall and his SeeD mercenary comrades are drawn into a conflict with a time-bending sorceress, in a blend of romance and military drama set in a world mixing magic and technology. Its quirky Junction system, where drawn spells power up your stats, and the addictive Triple Triad card game set it apart.

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