1. Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One
It’s not entirely a ‘JRPG’ game, but it does introduce something new to the way
we know about Bandai Namco’s renowned Dragon Ball title.
Relive the story of Goku as you do more than just fighting and exchanging power levels.
For the first time in a long time, get to explore the world of Dragon Ball. Transformed
into an action-RPG game, embrace Goku’s newfound freedom of adventure and relive key
moments from the series.
Take him to go fishing, or maybe go on a ride to roam around the series’ important locations.
At its core, the game is still a fighting game. Face off against iconic characters from
the franchise and watch them duke it out in insane battles. It comes out this January
17, 2020 for the PC, PS4, and X1.
2. Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - Remastered Edition and Nintendo Switch
Return to the hopeful spirits of the Crystal Caravan in this remastered version of the
2003 GameCube title. Crystal Chronicles enhances the experience of their epic journey to cleanse
their world from a mysterious miasma.
As an enhanced title, expect improved visuals, sound and other bonus content that make this
adventure worthwhile. Team up with other friends online to help you in your brave quest. Enlist
other heroes from all over the world for the first time with Square Enix’s Cross-Play
feature! You are not alone in this, the game is set to release this January 23, 2020 for
the PS4.
3. Final Fantasy VII Remake One of next year’s biggest titles is the
comeback of everyone’s favorite brooding super soldier wielding a massive sword.
Final Fantasy VII Remake takes us once again into the beautiful yet corrupted Midgar controlled
by a greedy corporation. Rebuilt from the ground up, play FFVII with realistic graphics,
improved character models and gameplay completely reinvented for the modern audience.
Relive the adventures of Cloud and friends as they stop the evil Shinra from destroying
their precious homeworld. Only Chapter 1 of the bigger picture, the game comes out this
3rd of March, 2020 as a PlayStation 4 Exclusive.
4. Trials Of Mana on PS4, PC, and Switch Another remake made to appease longtime fans
of the series. This modern revival of the 3rd Seiken Densetsu title is fully rebuilt
from the ground up in 3D, with few handfuls of improvements including an upgraded battle
system that’s no longer as tedious as the original.
Aside from enhanced voice acting and visuals, you can pick your own protagonist that will
greatly affect the entirety of the game’s story. The legend of Mana lives on, and it
comes out on the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch on Apr 24, 2020.
5. Persona 5: Royal Steal some hearts and reform society once
again in ATLUS’ definitive Persona 5 experience. Royal takes you into the familiar land of
Tokyo, Japan where you still control the same protagonist, Joker, and meet a cast of memorable
characters.
Although familiar, ATLUS continues to spice things up by adding new characters and an
interesting new story details. Royal introduces a whole new character, Kasumi, who’s gonna
help you with her badass ballerina skills. It’s still pretty much the same, really,
but with a slight tweak to its gameplay and story. No release date yet, but it’s slated
for a 2020 release as a PlayStation 4 Exclusive.
6. Langrisser I & II on the Switch, PS4, and PC
This list has a lot of remakes. NIS America’s revival of the legendary Langrisser I and
II is taking us to their magical kingdom once again, now in high-definition!
Featuring two games in one, experience each Langrisser title with an improved presentation.
Just like any other remake, the story remains unchanged. In these two different titles,
you still end up taking a quest to stop the forces of evil from threatening the fate of
your world.
Fans of the classic titles will enjoy this revitalized version, especially with its reorchestrated
music and some helpful quality of life improvements. Coming this Early 2020 for the Nintendo Switch,
PC and PS4.
7. Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen on PS4 and PS5
Another title from NIS America, and another remake of a classic PlayStation 4 and PS Vita
title. Uncover the origins of the Utawarerumono as it finally launches to Western shores.
Awaken into a mysterious world where you encounter strange and friendly villagers who show you
their ways. Serving as a prequel to the main titles, this features every typical JRPG story
where you protect your beloved place from harm’s way and meet a wide cast of characters
with traumatic pasts.
There aren’t many details about this game as of the moment, but it’s slated to come
out this Early 2020 for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
8. Tales Of Arise on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One
The latest of the Tales games and definitely the most ambitious of them all. Arise takes
you into a divided world where the rich exploit the poor.
Step into the shoes of two heroes born in two different worlds as they find a way to
restore balance to this chaos. It’s been a long time since we had a whole new world
in a Tales game, and Arise knows how to up the ante with its solid presentation. This
includes new characters and a fancy new upgrade to Tales’ Linear Motion Battle System. It’s
coming out sometime this 2020 for the PS4, PC and X1.
9. Digimon Survive on PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One
The Digimon games have come a long way and this latest title adds more flavor to the
already interesting concept of these digital monsters. Digimon Survive takes you into an
unfamiliar world where danger lurks in every corner.
Find your way out and use the power of these adorable Monsters to survive in this anomalous
plane. For the first time in the series, choices will affect the story. Each decision will
impact your monster's evolution and ultimately, the game’s ending. No actual release date
yet, but it’s scheduled for a 2020 release and it’s available for the PlayStation 4,
X1, Switch, and PC.
10. Unsung Story on PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch
This Kickstarter funded game from Little Orbit takes us into a war-torn land where intrigue,
warfare, espionage and betrayal are commonplace.
Spearheaded by the director of Final Fantasy Tactics and Vagrant Story, it aims to revitalize
the old class-based Tactics gameplay. Each class offers different abilities and the choice
is up to you on which to prioritize. It rewards individual playstyles so you must learn to
adapt depending on the battlefield.
Unfortunately, as a Kickstarter-funded game, it still has a long way to go, but the developers
from Little Orbit are trying their best to secure us a release date sometime this 2020.
Available for the PC, PlayStation 4, X1 and Switch.
11. Cris Tales on PC, PS4 and Xbox One Dubbed as a Love-Letter to the classic JRPG
titles like Final Fantasy 6, Chrono Trigger, and even Valkyrie Profile, this time-bending
adventure takes us into the life of Crisbell as she stops a powerful Time Empress from
messing up the future.
It doesn’t feel like an indie game at all, especially with its solid hand-drawn art style
and a fascinating world to explore. Master turn-based combat as you use the power of
time to warp them to the past, present and even future.
It’s a promising title and JRPG fans will definitely find this interesting. Just look
at that slick art! A Demo is currently available for download if you want to get a taste of
what this game is really all about. No release date yet, but it’s said to come out sometime
this 2020 for the PC, PlayStation 4 and X1.
12. Edge Of Eternity on PS4 and Xbox One A beautiful indie-JRPG from Midgar Studios.
This game is definitely inspired by the modern Final Fantasy titles such as XIII, XV and
XII.
Set in a world torn apart by a mysterious disease, it’s up to you, as the hero, to
find a cure and save its fallen kingdom. Engage in dazzling turn-based combats where you outwit
your opponents by using the environment to your advantage
It’s currently out on the PC for quite some time now as an Early Access. Despite its current
state, players gave it positive reviews as they wait for the inevitable full release
soon. Sadly, no release date yet. It’s coming to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
13. Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One
Finally, we can finally experience the anime storyline in a Sword Art Online game. Assume
control of Kirito as he goes on a quest inside the Underworld, a mysterious virtual world
in SAO’s Alicization arc. The gameplay is as intense as ever, especially with its stunning
new visuals.
Featuring themes of sadness, passion, and reunion, enter an expansive world where AI’s
behave like humans. And like the Anime, meet your favorite SAO characters including Eugeo,
Alice and so much more. No release date yet. It’s available for the PC, PS4, and X1.
14. Re:Legend on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch
This JRPG takes us into another mysterious island with no recollection of our past. Re:Legend
mixes farm sim and monster-breeding into one game. Learn to survive by cultivating plants
for your daily sustenance OR tame magical creatures known as the Magnus to aid you in
your adventure.
The island is home to many dangers. Befriend villagers and use your pet monsters to help
you in battle. But you’re never alone, with its online functionality, carry out activities
together and conquer its small world! No release date yet but it’s coming out for the PS4,
X1, and the Switch.
15. Soul Saga: Episode 1 on PC and PlayStation 4
Another Kickstarter funded game on our list. This game borrows notable elements from known
JRPGs like Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy and Breath of Fire. It takes us into a magical
world torn apart into three distinct parts. As the hero, you embark on a grand quest to
uncover the nature of the world and meet a lovable cast of characters on the way.
The first Episode takes place in one of the 3 parts of its broken world and its combat
is largely focused on turn-based mechanics. So far, the game still has a long way to go.
You can support the dev on its Kickstarter if you want.No release date yet, but it’s
coming out for the PC, PlayStation 4 and even the PlayStation 5.