JRPGs Coming in November 2026: New Releases, Indies, Ports & Games to Watch

Monster-collecting RPG fans have a new adventure to look forward to with Astra Bestiary, an indie title from solo developer Bicho Feo. Players explore the mysterious world of Yselion, hatching, training, and evolving over 150 unique creatures while uncovering the secrets of a lost civilization. The game features turn-based battles, branching evolutions, and an interesting generational system where creatures can pass their powers on to future companions.

If you're a fan of Pokémon or Dragon Quest Monsters, Astra Bestiary might be worth adding to your radar.

Cooking meets tactical RPG combat in Food Devils, a quirky indie game from the creators of Path of the Midnight Sun. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, players run a restaurant while recruiting adventurers to battle monsters and gather ingredients for their next meal. The game mixes Fire Emblem-inspired turn-based battles with roguelite elements, character customization, and even romance options.

Its unusual setting and mix of gameplay styles make Food Devils an interesting pick for strategy JRPG fans looking for something a little different.

From the creators of CRYSTAR and CRYMACHINA comes CRYMELIGHT, a dark fantasy action roguelike with an Alice in Wonderland-inspired twist. Players follow Alice, a mysterious girl trapped in the afterlife, as she battles enemies, confronts the sins of others, and uncovers the secrets of her forgotten past.

If you're into darker fantasy JRPGs, CRYMELIGHT looks like one worth keeping an eye on.

Fans of classic SNES-era JRPGs will want to keep an eye on One Fenix Down, an upcoming turn-based RPG from indie developer Regalcraft Games. Set in a fantasy world recovering from a devastating war, the story follows a young miner who finds himself caught up in a much larger conflict involving ancient mysteries, betrayal, and redemption. Featuring retro-inspired pixel art, traditional turn-based combat, over 14 playable characters, and a story spanning more than 40 hours, the game draws plenty of inspiration from the golden age of '90s JRPGs.

This indie RPG looks like a promising pick for anyone who grew up playing classics like Final Fantasy VI and Chrono Trigger.

An upcoming indie that's a throwback to the golden age of PlayStation-era JRPGs. Set in a world where the sun has disappeared, players follow a young mechanic named Zero Solace through a mysterious city built inside the skeleton of a massive sea creature, where memories are sacrificed to keep the lights burning. The game features classic 32-bit visuals, chunky polygonal characters, pre-rendered backgrounds, and turn-based combat with an active time gauge.

Its unusual setting and nostalgic gameplay should catch the attention of fans of classic Final Fantasy and other late-'90s JRPGs.

*Note this game has an AI disclosure on the Steam page*

A new ArcheAge adventure is on the horizon! Set 50 years after the events of the original game, players can uncover ancient mysteries, battle powerful enemies, and explore a sprawling open world filled with dungeons, crafting, housing, and plenty of opportunities for adventure.

Powered by Unreal Engine 5, this ambitious online action RPG is now in early access.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time returns as a full remake for the Nintendo Switch 2, bringing Link's legendary journey through Hyrule to a new generation. Featuring completely overhauled visuals, fully voiced cutscenes, orchestral music, and modernized controls, Nintendo is giving the 1998 classic a major upgrade while preserving the magic of the original.

Whether you're revisiting Hyrule for the hundredth time or experiencing this iconic adventure for the first time, this is easily one of November's biggest releases for fans of Japanese adventure games.

A new fantasy adventure awaits in Soulframe, an upcoming free-to-play, open-world action-adventure RPG from the creators of Warframe. Set in a beautiful, nature-inspired world filled with ancient mysteries and powerful enemies, the game blends exploration, action RPG combat, and MMO-style elements into a shared online experience. Players can venture out solo or team up with up to three friends for cooperative adventures, while experimenting with different weapons, magical abilities, and character customization.

Soulframe is worth checking out if you're looking for a new free-to-play RPG to dive into, whether solo or with friends.

The lovable, explosive Prinnies are back, dood! Prinny Party: Going Overboard! brings the chaotic humor of Disgaea into a multiplayer party game that blends board game mechanics with turn-based RPG combat. Up to four players can battle demons, level up, collect equipment, and work together (or betray each other!) to defeat familiar Disgaea bosses.

Packed with ridiculous antics and recognizable characters, this spin-off is worth checking out for longtime Disgaea fans and anyone who can't get enough of those mischievous Prinnies!

A mysterious hot springs retreat holds more than just a relaxing getaway in Springs, Eternal, an atmospheric indie adventure from the developer behind Gone Home and Tacoma. Players explore the eerie grounds of Stillwater Springs, meeting unusual characters, uncovering hidden secrets, and piecing together memories of a past relationship.

Featuring nostalgic late-'90s-inspired visuals, branching dialogue, and a story focused on human connections, this short but intriguing adventure is worth checking out if you're a fan of narrative-driven games and emotional storytelling.

Get ready to defend a magical moving castle in Castlebound, a colorful action roguelite indie game! Players battle waves of monsters, unlock new abilities, and upgrade their castle as they fight their way through a charming fantasy world.

If you enjoy action platformers with roguelite elements, Castlebound might be worth checking out, especially if you have a few friends to play with.

A cozy new adventure is coming to Moominvalley! Moomin: Midsummer Madness is a charming point-and-click adventure inspired by Tove Jansson's beloved Moominsummer Madness novel.

Players will explore beautifully hand-drawn environments, meet familiar characters, and solve puzzles and mini-games along the way. If you enjoyed Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley or just love relaxing, story-driven adventures, this looks like another delightful trip into the world of the Moomins.

Sonic is joining the chaotic multiplayer fun in Sonic Pico Park, a new cooperative puzzle-platformer from TECOPARK in collaboration with SEGA. Players team up to tackle tricky levels filled with obstacles, puzzles, and plenty of opportunities for things to go hilariously wrong.

Combining PICO PARK's teamwork-focused gameplay with the familiar world of Sonic the Hedgehog, this crossover looks like a fun pick for Sonic fans and anyone who enjoys a little friendly chaos with friends.

Inspired by classic Chinese martial arts films, Burning Sword: Death Sun is an upcoming action-adventure game set in 12th-century China. Players take on the role of Zhang Yixian, a skilled swordsman seeking revenge against the powerful martial arts master Gao Tianqi. The game combines fast-paced hack-and-slash combat with challenging boss fights, flashy sword techniques, and roguelite progression.

If you're into Sekiro or enjoy action RPGs that reward precise timing and mastering combat mechanics, Burning Sword: Death Sun might be worth checking out.

Espionage, intrigue, and tough decisions take center stage in Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, a narrative-driven RPG from ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium. With its distinctive art style, branching dialogue, dice-based skill checks, and a story shaped by your choices, Zero Parades promises a gripping experience where every decision could have serious consequences.

Now available on console after the PC launch last May.

Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE is making the jump to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S after its PC debut in 2025! Based on the popular Korean webtoon and anime, this action RPG follows Sung Jinwoo's journey from the weakest hunter to the powerful Shadow Monarch. Players can expect flashy, fast-paced combat, customizable skills, weapon crafting, and challenging boss battles, including four-player cooperative raids. Unlike the original, which was free-to-play, Solo Leveling: ARISE, OVERDRIVE is a standalone, premium-priced experience without gacha mechanics.

For fans of the anime or action-heavy RPGs, this could be a fun way to experience Jinwoo's story on consoles.

Get ready for a nostalgic trip back to the '80s as Kingdom of Night makes its way to consoles! Originally released on PC last December, this retro-inspired action RPG blends supernatural horror, pixel-art visuals, and classic RPG mechanics into one unforgettable night. Players take on the role of John, a teenager fighting to save his friends and hometown after a satanic cult unleashes an ancient evil.

Kingdom of Night is worth checking out for fans of old-school action RPGs with a spooky twist, and those looking for a game that has local two-player co-op options.

EVE's action-packed adventure is making its way to Nintendo Switch 2! Originally released on PlayStation 5 in 2024, Stellar Blade: Complete Edition brings its stylish combat, challenging boss battles, and post-apocalyptic sci-fi world to Nintendo's latest console.

The Switch 2 version targets 60 FPS in both handheld and docked modes, with upscaled 1080p visuals when docked, though some performance dips are expected. Complete with all previously released DLC, including NieR and Goddess of Victory: NIKKE collaborations, this is a great opportunity for action RPG fans to experience EVE's adventure on the go.

One of the most acclaimed JRPGs of 2024 is finally making its way to Nintendo Switch 2! Metaphor: ReFantazio, takes players on an epic fantasy adventure filled with political intrigue, memorable characters, and a unique combat system that blends turn-based battles with real-time action.

The Switch 2 version brings the full experience to handheld play, with upscaled visuals and an unlocked frame rate ranging from roughly 30–60 FPS, although early demo testing shows some noticeable performance fluctuations. For JRPG fans who missed out on the original release, this could be a great opportunity to experience one of Atlus's best RPGs on the go.