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1992 Classic

Final Fantasy V shines with its flexible job system, letting you mix classes and abilities to shape your party however you like. This classic turn-based quest around the elemental crystals is lighthearted in tone and tactically varied.

What defines Final Fantasy V:

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Strong character progression
  • Fantasy setting

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Legend of Legaia

97 %

1998 PlayStation

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Fantasy setting

A classic PlayStation JRPG where Vahn and his companions try to save a world choked by a deadly mist. Its combat blends turn-based menus with fighting-game-style input combos that you chain together yourself.

Breath of Fire III

Strong character progression

A classic PlayStation JRPG following Ryu, last of the dragon clan, from childhood into adulthood. Standouts are the Dragon Gene system for combining transformations, the master-apprenticeship skill learning, and a charming, varied journey.

Bravely Default II

Strong character progression

A classic turn-based JRPG where a party of four uses the Brave and Default system to borrow or save up actions. The deep job system allows many combinations and rewards clever build crafting.

Another Eden Begins

Strong character progression

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.

Suikoden

Fantasy setting

A classic JRPG where you recruit 108 Stars of Destiny, grow your own castle headquarters and lead a rebellion against an empire. Alongside turn-based party battles it features army battles and one-on-one duels.

Grandia II

Fantasy setting

A classic JRPG following the mercenary Ryudo, with battles built around a visible initiative gauge where well-timed attacks can cancel and push back enemies. The fast, dynamic combat and its story of light versus darkness make it stand out even today.

Grandia

Strong character progression

A classic JRPG about the adventurous young Justin, known for its dynamic combat where positioning and timing determine who acts when, and attacks can be interrupted. It pairs this with a warm tale of discovery and a likable party.

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