RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonNarrative
IGDB94· 21OC94· 138
Year 2016Dev AtlusOn PlayStation 3 · PS4
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The best adventure games like Shin Megami Tensei V
31 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Shin Megami Tensei V. 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.
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonOpen World
IGDB81· 11OC78· 137
Year 2020Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch
✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, open world exploration and exploration and discovery, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Setting63
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonIsometric
IGDB93· 9OC89· 122
Year 2019Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonBase Building
IGDB85· 11OC85· 48
Year 2013Dev Silicon Studio · Nintendo
✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, base building and visual isometric, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
It predates Shin Megami Tensei V by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting63Visuals62
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonIsometric
IGDB86· 5OC81· 135
Year 2023Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonIsometric
IGDB81· 9OC84· 91
Year 2017Dev Intelligent Systems · Nintendo
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonNarrative
IGDB85· 4OC81· 25
Year 1997Dev Square Product Development Division 1 · Square EnixOn PlayStation 3
✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, setting scifi and setting cyberpunk, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: setting.
It predates Shin Megami Tensei V by 24 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals62Setting36
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyThird PersonDark
Steam👍 80%· 2.0KRAWG👍 69%· 113MC74
Year 2012Dev 1C-SoftClub · 1C CompanyPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Apple Macintosh
✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, historical setting and setting medieval, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
King’s Bounty: Warriors of the North is the next chapter in the cult RPG/adventure saga.
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: setting.
It predates Shin Megami Tensei V by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals62Setting36
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyNarrativeDark
Steam👍 93%· 36KIGDB85· 7OC84· 85
Year 2021Dev Four Quarters · Devolver DigitalOn Xbox · Linux · Android
✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, card game strategy and strong narrative focus, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: visuals.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting68Visuals0
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyIsometric
IGDB90· 1
Year 1996Dev Square · Nintendo
✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Stands apart with visual isometric, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: visuals.
It predates Shin Megami Tensei V by 25 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting63Visuals0
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyNarrativeOpen World
Steam👍 88%· 20KIGDB85· 14OC89· 88
Year 2018Dev Obsidian Entertainment · Versus EvilOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, open world exploration and skill tree progression, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: visuals.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting65Visuals0
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyIsometric
IGDB85· 6OC84· 112
Year 2023Dev ArtePiazza · NintendoOn Switch
#13Chroma Squad
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RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyManagementPixel Art
Steam👍 93%· 4.6KRAWG👍 66%· 95MC75IGDB72· 7OC76· 29
Year 2015Dev BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America · BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment USPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, resource management and visual pixel, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Chroma Squad is a tactical role-playing video game. The game is influenced by tokusatsu TV shows, particularly the Super Sentai and Power Rangers. ###Tokusatsu The genre of tokusatsu TV shows is briefly defined as “a fantastic movie with special effects about superheroes”.
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: visuals.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting63Visuals0
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyExplorationLoot
Steam👍 77%· 285RAWG👍 35%· 22
Year 1990Dev Sir-Tech · Nightdive StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux
✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Where it differs: brings exploration and discovery, loot and gear systems and visual first person, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
FULL-COLOR ANIMATED graphics DIGITIZED sound (NO add-on cards required) HARD DISK supported 11 Races, 14 Professions (with rankings!
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: visuals.
It predates Shin Megami Tensei V by 31 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting65Visuals0
#15Blackguards
77
iRank58
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloTacticalFantasyDarkSkill Tree
Steam👍 62%· 3.9KRAWG👍 33%· 87MC68IGDB67· 5OC66· 32
Year 2014Dev Daedalic EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh
✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy
≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, skill tree progression and visual isometric, while skipping post-apocalyptic world
Blackguards is a tactical RPG based on pen and paper game The Dark Eye and followed by the sequel, Blackguards 2. The protagonist of the game is blamed for killing a princess. To prove his innocence he starts an adventure and investigates the murder.
Where it drifts furthest from Shin Megami Tensei V: visuals.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting65Visuals0
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