Top Android RPGs for Those Long, Dark Winter Nights
Long winter evenings call for immersive adventures, and RPGs are the perfect antidote to the dreary weather. This genre offers sprawling worlds, deep gameplay mechanics, and captivating storylines – perfect for escaping the cold. Here are our top picks for the best Android RPGs, excluding gacha titles (check our separate gacha list for those). We've focused primarily on premium games with complete, readily accessible content.
Our Top Choices:
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2
A controversial top pick? Perhaps. But KOTOR 2 delivers a masterful touchscreen adaptation of a classic. Its expansive world, memorable characters, and authentic Star Wars feel make it a must-play.
Neverwinter Nights
Prefer fantasy to sci-fi? Neverwinter Nights' dark fantasy setting within the Forgotten Realms delivers a captivating Bioware adventure. Beamdog's enhanced edition ensures a polished mobile experience.
Dragon Quest VIII
Often hailed as the best Dragon Quest, VIII is also our favorite mobile JRPG. Square Enix's meticulous port, optimized for portrait mode, allows for convenient play on the go.
Chrono Trigger
A legendary JRPG, Chrono Trigger's mobile version deserves a spot on this list. While perhaps not the ideal way to experience it, it's a viable option if other versions aren't accessible.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions
This enduring strategy RPG remains as engaging today as it was upon release. A strong contender for the ultimate strategy RPG, and certainly a top choice on mobile.
The Banner Saga
A compelling strategy game (note: the third entry requires a different platform). Its dark, challenging gameplay, blending Game of Thrones and Fire Emblem elements, offers a captivating series to explore.
Pascal’s Wager
A standout action RPG, Pascal's Wager is not just one of the best on mobile, but among the best overall. Its rich content and innovative ideas make it a must-play.
Grimvalor
A superb side-scrolling Metroidvania RPG, Grimvalor boasts stunning visuals and a Souls-like progression system.
Oceanhorn
The best non-Zelda game we've encountered, Oceanhorn also stands out as one of the most visually impressive mobile games. (Sequel is Apple Arcade exclusive).
The Quest
An often-overlooked first-person dungeon crawler, The Quest draws inspiration from classics like Might & Magic and Eye of the Beholder. Its hand-drawn visuals and ongoing expansions make it a hidden gem.
Final Fantasy (Series)
No RPG discussion is complete without mentioning Final Fantasy. Several top titles from the series are available on Android, including VII, IX, and VI.
9th Dawn III RPG
Despite the slightly misleading title, 9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil is a refined and expansive top-down RPG. Its massive content, including monster recruitment and a unique card game, offers endless hours of gameplay.
Titan Quest
A Diablo-style hack-and-slash from its PC days, now available on mobile. While not a perfect port, it’s a solid option if you crave this style of gameplay.
Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth
Though less famous than Final Fantasy or Chrono Trigger, Valkyrie Profile offers fantastic RPG experiences, with Lenneth being particularly well-suited for mobile play, featuring convenient save points.
