Top Android RPGs: Latest Updates

As winter evenings stretch long, dark, and full of terrors—often accompanied by relentless rain—Role-Playing Games (RPGs) become the perfect companion. The genre offers expansive adventures in stunning environments, coupled with intricate systems and mechanics to explore. Here, we present a curated selection of the best Android RPGs to help you navigate through those chilly nights. If your favorite isn't on our list, feel free to share your recommendations in the comments below.

With an abundance of choices in the RPG genre, we've narrowed down our list to focus on premium games that offer a complete experience right out of the box. Gacha RPGs, which often require in-app purchases, are excluded from this roundup and can be found on our separate list of the best Android gacha games.

Best Android RPGs

Roll on the role-playing games.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2

Starting strong, perhaps controversially, with Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2. This touchscreen-enabled version of a beloved classic is massive and brimming with intriguing characters, capturing the essence of Star Wars brilliantly.

Neverwinter Nights

If sci-fi isn't your cup of tea, dive into the dark fantasy world of Neverwinter Nights. This enhanced version of a Bioware classic, brought to you by Beamdog, offers an immersive journey through the Forgotten Realms.

Dragon Quest VIII

Often hailed as the pinnacle of the Dragon Quest series, Dragon Quest VIII stands out as our top JRPG pick for mobile. Square Enix has meticulously adapted it for our devices, ensuring it's playable in portrait mode—ideal for those busy commutes.

Chrono Trigger

A timeless JRPG, Chrono Trigger earns its spot on our list. While the mobile port might not be the optimal way to experience it, it's a solid option if other platforms are unavailable.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions

Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions has aged like fine wine, remaining as engaging as ever. It's a strong contender for the best strategy RPG on mobile, showcasing timeless gameplay.

The Banner Saga

The Banner Saga delivers a dark, strategic experience reminiscent of Game of Thrones meets Fire Emblem. While the third installment requires another platform, the series offers ample content to dive into.

Pascal’s Wager

Pascal's Wager is a standout dark and gloomy hack-and-slash ARPG. Not just one of the best on mobile, it's a top-tier action RPG across all platforms, packed with innovative content.

Grimvalor

Grimvalor offers a compelling side-scrolling Metroidvania RPG experience, featuring stunning visuals and a Souls-like progression system. It's a must-try for fans of the genre.

Oceanhorn

Oceanhorn stands out as the best non-Zelda adventure we've played, boasting some of the finest mobile graphics. Note that its sequel is an Apple Arcade exclusive, unfortunately.

The Quest

The Quest is a hidden gem among first-person dungeon crawlers, drawing inspiration from classics like early Might & Magic, Eye of the Beholder, and Wizardry. Its hand-drawn visuals and regular expansions make it a standout choice.

Final Fantasy (Series)

No discussion of RPGs is complete without mentioning Final Fantasy. With classics like VII, IX, and VI available on Android, you have a wealth of legendary titles to choose from.

9th Dawn III RPG

9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil, despite its misleading title, is a vast and refined RPG. With top-down exploration, loot hunting, monster recruitment, and a unique card game called Fyued, it's a content-rich experience.

Titan Quest

Originally a competitor to Diablo, Titan Quest is now accessible on mobile. While the port may not be perfect, it's a solid option for those craving a hack-and-slash adventure on the go.

Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth

Though less mainstream than Final Fantasy or Chrono Trigger, the Valkyrie Profile series offers exceptional RPGs. Lenneth's mobile version is particularly convenient with its flexible save system, perfect for on-the-go gaming.