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2006

Contact is an offbeat DS role-playing game where you use the stylus and touch screen for combat and puzzles. Its quirky, slightly surreal story sets it apart from typical JRPGs.

Turn-based combat
Strong character progression
Puzzles and brain teasers
Strong, story-driven narrative

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Dragon Quest XI S

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2017USK 12PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck playable92 % positive39.99 €

A warm-hearted classic fantasy RPG with turn-based combat and plenty of charm.

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