Winter nights are long, dark, and rainy—perfect for RPGs! This genre thrives on epic adventures, stunning visuals, and complex gameplay. Here are some of the best Android RPGs to brighten those dark evenings. If your favorite isn't listed, let us know in the comments!
We've curated this list, excluding gacha games (check our separate gacha game list for those), focusing on premium titles with complete, readily accessible content.
Top Android RPGs
Let's dive into the best role-playing games available.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2
A bold choice for the top spot, perhaps? But KOTOR 2 is a masterful adaptation of a classic, perfectly optimized for touchscreens. It's expansive, features memorable characters, and truly captures the essence of Star Wars.
Neverwinter Nights
Prefer fantasy to sci-fi? Neverwinter Nights offers a captivating dark fantasy journey through the Forgotten Realms. Beamdog's enhanced edition of this BioWare classic is exceptional.
Dragon Quest VIII
Frequently hailed as the best Dragon Quest game, Dragon Quest VIII is our top pick for mobile JRPGs. Square Enix's meticulous port ensures smooth gameplay, even in portrait mode for on-the-go adventures.
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
Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions remains incredibly enjoyable, a testament to its enduring quality. It's a strong contender for the ultimate strategy RPG, especially on mobile.
The Banner Saga
Note: The third installment requires a different platform. The Banner Saga is a compelling, challenging, and deeply strategic game. Imagine a blend of Game of Thrones and Fire Emblem. A series well worth exploring.
Pascal’s Wager
Pascal's Wager is a superb action RPG, not just on mobile, but overall. Its dark atmosphere, rich content, and innovative ideas make it a must-play.
Grimvalor
Released earlier this year, Grimvalor is a fantastic side-scrolling Metroidvania RPG. Its stunning visuals and Souls-like progression system are highlights.
Oceanhorn
Oceanhorn is a remarkable non-Zelda experience, and one of the most visually impressive mobile games. Unfortunately, the sequel is an Apple Arcade exclusive.
The Quest
A frequently overlooked gem, The Quest is a first-person dungeon crawler inspired by classics like Might & Magic. Its hand-drawn visuals and ongoing expansions are noteworthy.
Final Fantasy (Series)
No RPG discussion is complete without Final Fantasy. Several excellent titles from the series, including VII, IX, and VI, are available for Android.
9th Dawn III RPG
While it's the third, not the ninth, 9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil is a polished and expansive RPG. Explore, loot, recruit monsters, and even play its integrated card game, Fyued.
Titan Quest
A former Diablo competitor, Titan Quest is now available on mobile. Though not a perfect port, it's a decent hack-and-slash option if alternatives are limited.
Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth
Less known than Final Fantasy or Chrono Trigger, the Valkyrie Profile series is exceptional. Lenneth is particularly well-suited for mobile play, with convenient save-anywhere functionality.
