Best Android RPGs - Updated!

Long winter evenings call for immersive RPGs. This genre thrives on lengthy adventures, stunning environments, and intricate gameplay. Here's a curated list of the best Android RPGs to banish the winter blues. If your favorite isn't here, let us know in the comments!

We've focused on premium titles with readily accessible content, excluding gacha games (check our separate Android gacha games list for those).

Top Android RPGs

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2

A classic, brilliantly adapted for touchscreens. Massive in scope, brimming with compelling characters, and a true Star Wars experience.

Neverwinter Nights

Prefer fantasy? This enhanced edition of Bioware's classic delivers a dark fantasy adventure in the Forgotten Realms.

Dragon Quest VIII

Often cited as the best Dragon Quest game, and a top mobile JRPG. Optimized for mobile, even playable in portrait mode.

Chrono Trigger

A legendary JRPG, now available on mobile. Not the ideal platform, but a viable option if alternatives are scarce.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions

A timeless strategy RPG, still incredibly engaging. A strong contender for the ultimate strategy RPG on mobile.

The Banner Saga

(Note: Part 3 requires a different platform) A dark, challenging, and strategic experience blending Game of Thrones and Fire Emblem. A compelling series to delve into.

Pascal’s Wager

A top-tier action RPG, not just on mobile but overall. Packed with content and innovative ideas.

Grimvalor

A superb side-scrolling Metroidvania RPG with stunning visuals and a Souls-like progression system.

Oceanhorn

A standout non-Zelda game, and a visual masterpiece on mobile. (Sequel is Apple Arcade exclusive).

The Quest

An often-overlooked first-person dungeon crawler inspired by Might & Magic, Eye of the Beholder, and Wizardry. Hand-drawn visuals and ongoing expansions.

Final Fantasy (Series)

Several excellent Final Fantasy titles grace Android, including VII, IX, and VI. A must-have for RPG fans.

9th Dawn III RPG

A massive top-down RPG brimming with content, exploration, monster recruitment, and even a unique card game.

Titan Quest

A mobile port of the classic Diablo-style action RPG. Not perfect, but a decent hack-and-slash option.

Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth

A fantastic RPG based on Norse mythology, well-suited for mobile play with convenient save points.