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Evoland 2 is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 19 gameplay attributes and found 40 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Evoland, Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth lead the list, with Evoland reaching a 98/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Evoland 2 special.

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The closest game to Evoland 2 is Evoland — scoring 98/100 on our similarity scale. Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth follow close behind.

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Games like Evoland 2

40 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

98

Evoland

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloFantasy2DIsometricPixel Art

Steam👍 83%· 5.9KIGDB80· 2

Year 2013Dev Shiro GamesOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Both are turn-based JRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: loot and gear systems and skill tree progression, while skipping precision platforming

Steam GOG itch.io

#2Yakuza: Like a Dragon

94

Yakuza: Like a Dragon

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkThird Person

Steam👍 94%· 37KIGDB86· 16OC86· 154

Year 2020Dev Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios · SegaOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with open world exploration, combat tactical and exploration and discovery, while skipping puzzle design

#3Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

94

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkThird Person

Steam👍 91%· 23KIGDB87· 5OC90· 161

Year 2024Dev Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios · SegaOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with combat tactical, while skipping puzzle design

#4FINAL FANTASY VIII

93

FINAL FANTASY VIII

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloNarrativeFantasyIsometricThird Person

Steam👍 88%· 9.4KRAWG👍 86%· 423MC90

Year 1999Dev Square · Square EnixPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, setting scifi and exploration and discovery, while skipping puzzle design

#5Shining Force II

90

Shining Force II

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeFantasyIsometric2D

Steam👍 100%· 14RAWG👍 91%· 32

Year 1993Dev SEGAOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings combat magic, ranged combat and combat tactical, while skipping adventure storytelling

87

Hylics 2

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

Solo2DPixel ArtTacticalExploration

Steam👍 97%· 3.4K

Year 2020Dev Mason LindrothPlaytime ~7hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings combat tactical, exploration and discovery and loot and gear systems, while skipping puzzle design

#7Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition

87

Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyThird PersonIsometric2D

Steam👍 93%· 12KIGDB92· 4

Year 2019Dev Square Enix Business Division 6 · NintendoOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based JRPGs: deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, combat tactical and setting anime, while skipping puzzle design

Steam Epic Xbox

86

Felvidek

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloDarkNarrativeFantasyHorror2DPixel ArtIsometric

Steam👍 98%· 5.6KRAWG👍 92%· 24

Year 2024Dev Jozef PavelkaPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with linear, story-driven structure, combat tactical and setting medieval, while skipping adventure storytelling

#9Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

87

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkFantasyThird Person

Steam👍 95%· 266KRAWG👍 87%· 438IGDB87· 5OC92· 204

Year 2025Dev Sundial Interactive · Kepler InteractivePlaytime ~26hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings punishing difficulty, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping puzzle design

Steam Epic Xbox

#10Lisa: The Painful

86

Lisa: The Painful

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloNarrativeDarkHorrorPixel Art2D

Steam👍 95%· 15K

Year 2014Dev DingalingOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with horror tension, survival mechanics and combat tactical, while skipping puzzle design

#11Final Fantasy XIII-2

93

Final Fantasy XIII-2

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyThird Person

Steam👍 58%· 6.2KIGDB75· 11

Year 2011Dev Square Enix 1st Production Department · Square EnixOn PlayStation 3 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based JRPGs: deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, open world exploration and setting scifi, while skipping puzzle design

#12Scarlet Nexus

89

Scarlet Nexus

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloMeleeFantasyThird PersonHardcore

Steam👍 81%· 18KIGDB81· 10OC79· 145

Year 2021Dev Bandai Namco Studios · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings punishing difficulty, open world exploration and setting anime, while skipping puzzle design

#13Metaphor: ReFantazio

85

Metaphor: ReFantazio

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloNarrativeDarkFantasyThird Person

Steam👍 90%· 41KIGDB94· 7OC93· 172

Year 2024Dev Studio Zero · AtlusOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based JRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with combat tactical, setting anime and visual 3d, while skipping puzzle design

#14Grimm's Hollow

83

Grimm's Hollow

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloNarrativePixel Art2DTactical

Steam👍 99%· 14K

Year 2019Dev ghosthunterPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Both are turn-based JRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings cozy, relaxing feel, combat tactical and free to play, while skipping puzzle design

83

Hylics

GenreRPGSubgenreJRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based JRPG

SoloNarrativeFantasyIsometricPixel Art2D

Steam👍 98%· 8.6KRAWG👍 94%· 34

Year 2015Dev Mason LindrothPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Both are turn-based JRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings combat tactical, exploration and discovery and visual first person, while skipping puzzle design

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Evoland 2?: The closest game to Evoland 2 is Evoland, scoring 98/100 on our similarity scale. They share 10 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Evoland 2?: The three closest games to Evoland 2 are: 1. Evoland (98/100, 10 shared attributes) 2. Yakuza: Like a Dragon (94/100, 9 shared attributes) 3. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (94/100, 11 shared attributes). All share Evoland 2's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 40 candidates across 19 dimensions.
Is Yakuza: Like a Dragon similar to Evoland 2?: Yes, very much so — Yakuza: Like a Dragon scores 94/100 similarity to Evoland 2. They share 9 attributes, including deep RPG systems and JRPG narrative and systems. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Evoland 2?: The best RPG games similar to Evoland 2 are Evoland, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and FINAL FANTASY VIII. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Evoland 2 attributes like deep RPG systems, JRPG narrative and systems and adventure storytelling.
How is similarity to Evoland 2 calculated?: We compare Evoland 2 against every game in our catalog using 19 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Evoland 2 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.