6 Puzzle games like CrossCode that you should try

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We filtered the 48 games similar to CrossCode down to the 6 that fit the “Puzzle” category. Yakuza 5 Remastered, Finding Paradise and Cladun X2 top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to CrossCode.

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GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreAction JRPG

The best puzzle games like CrossCode

6 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to CrossCode. Each one has been evaluated across 16 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Yakuza 5 Remastered

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GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreAction JRPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeAnimeDark

Steam👍 89%· 7.2KOC82· 12

Year 2019Dev Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios · SegaOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the action JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, dark, oppressive atmosphere and open world exploration, while skipping shooter

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreAction JRPG

SoloNarrativeSci-FiPixel Art2DIsometric

Steam👍 98%· 20KRAWG👍 87%· 248IGDB93· 1OC85· 16

Year 2017Dev X.D. NetworkPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of action JRPGs: deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, cozy, relaxing feel and visual topdown, while skipping action RPG combat

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreAction JRPG

SoloMeleeAnimePixel ArtDark

Steam👍 64%· 167MC74

Year 2011Dev NIS AmericaPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS

✓ Fits the action JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with roguelike runs, dark, oppressive atmosphere and procedural generation, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#4Word Game: Episode 0

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GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreAction JRPG

SoloNarrativePixel Art2DMagic

Steam👍 99%· 4.6K

Year 2021Dev Team9Playtime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of action JRPGs: deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: precision platforming, dark, oppressive atmosphere and linear, story-driven structure, while skipping action RPG combat

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#5Evoland

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GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

Solo2DIsometricPixel ArtFantasy

Steam👍 83%· 5.9KIGDB80· 2

Year 2013Dev Shiro GamesOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Shared with CrossCode: deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, fantasy world and loot and gear systems, while skipping action RPG combat

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#6Touhou Mystia's Izakaya

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GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreAction JRPG

SoloNarrativeAnimePixel ArtIsometric2D

Steam👍 99%· 32K

Year 2021Dev 二色幽紫蝶Playtime ~4hOn PC

✓ Both are action JRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and puzzle design

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, vibe casual and combat magic, while skipping action RPG combat

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