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2001PlayStation

A dark JRPG set in pre-World War I Europe where Yuri can transform into monsters. The Judgment Ring system demands timed inputs on every action, making turn-based battles more engaging.

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

The closest matches for Shadow Hearts are Ruined King: A League of Legends Story, Suikoden II and The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Shadow Hearts special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Ruined King: A League of Legends Story

88 %Match

2021PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck playable89 % positive29.99 €

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

A turn-based story RPG set in Runeterra where you lead familiar League of Legends champions against the curse of the Black Mist. Its initiative-based combat with timing decisions and striking art style set it apart.

Suikoden II

Turn-based combat

A classic JRPG with a gripping war story of friendship and betrayal. Over 100 recruitable characters, a growing home base, plus duels and army battles keep the gameplay varied.

Breath of Fire IV

Turn-based combat

A classic PlayStation JRPG with a hand-drawn look, following Ryu and Princess Nina through an emotional tale of war and dragon powers. Turn-based combat with dragon transformations and a master-apprentice skill system give it its own character.

Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2

Dark, serious atmosphere

The conclusion of the Digital Devil Saga duology offers demanding turn-based combat built around exploiting weaknesses, set in a bleak, philosophical post-apocalyptic world. The reworked Mantra grid and Berserk Mode add depth to building your party.

Ragna Maya

Fantasy setting

You play the Dullahan, descending through the Labyrinth of Razuri to reclaim your head from the witch who killed you. A retro-styled JRPG with classic turn-based combat.

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