The 25 Best JRPGs for iPhone and iPad (iOS)

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Updated August 2024 – games traded. Original list by Jon Mundy, updated by Jupiter Hadley.

There are RPGs and then there are Japanese RPGs. The Japanese take on the Western-born genre is just as obsessed with hit points and deep fantasy lore, but it applies a unique pace and feel to the action.

JRPGs often feature quirky characters, often with shaggy hair and amnesia, and maybe even a ridiculously large sword.

OK, so we’re just talking about Cloud from Final Fantasy VII. But we could also talk about dozens of other JRPG heroes.

Alongside the seminal (and seemingly never-ending) Final Fantasy franchise, many other JRPG IPs have made their mark. Dragon Quest is beloved by many, as are the SaGa and Monster Hunter games.

The great thing is that you can now play all those blockbuster franchises right here on your iPhone or iPad. And there are tons of brand new JRPGs to discover, both on Apple Arcade and the wider App Store.

We had to leave out quite a few iOS JRPGs from the list below, so let us know which are your favorites in the comments section below.

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