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More about this game →We filtered the 45 games similar to EarthBound Beginnings down to the 37 that fit the “Fantasy” category. Chrono Trigger, Arknights and Caves of Qud top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to EarthBound Beginnings.
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Within the “Fantasy” category, the closest game to EarthBound Beginnings is Chrono Trigger — scoring 97/100 on our similarity scale. Arknights and Caves of Qud follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to EarthBound Beginnings. Each one has been evaluated across 8 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.
✓ Fits the classic CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, fantasy world and setting scifi
≠ Stands apart with open world exploration and exploration and discovery, while skipping adventure storytelling
✓ Both are classic CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, real-time strategy and survival mechanics, while skipping visual first person
✓ If you enjoyed EarthBound Beginnings, expect deep RPG systems, fantasy world and setting scifi
≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, strong narrative focus and combat tactical, while skipping adventure storytelling
✓ Shared with EarthBound Beginnings: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world
≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, strong narrative focus and combat tactical, while skipping visual first person
✓ If you enjoyed EarthBound Beginnings, expect deep RPG systems, fantasy world and setting scifi
≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping adventure storytelling
✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and fantasy world.
≠ Missing: setting scifi.
✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, fantasy world and single-player focus.
≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.
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