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A curated selection of the best Android RPGs to banish those long, dark winter nights. Forget the endless rain – dive into these immersive adventures. This list focuses on premium games offering complete experiences without in-app purchases. Gacha games are excluded (check our separate gacha list for those).

Top-Tier Android RPGs

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2

A controversial top pick? Perhaps. Yet, KOTOR 2 delivers a masterful touchscreen adaptation of a classic. Its expansive world, compelling 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 is captivating. 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 also our top mobile JRPG choice. Square Enix's meticulous port, playable in portrait mode, makes it perfect for on-the-go gaming.

Chrono Trigger

A legendary JRPG, Chrono Trigger's mobile version deserves a spot. While not the ideal way to experience it, it's a viable option if other platforms aren't accessible.

Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions

Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions remains remarkably engaging. A strong contender for the ultimate strategy RPG, its mobile iteration shines.

The Banner Saga

Note: The third entry requires a different platform. The Banner Saga offers a dark, challenging, and deeply strategic experience, blending Game of Thrones with Fire Emblem. A compelling series to explore.

Pascal’s Wager

Pascal's Wager, a dark hack-and-slash ARPG, is a standout, not just on mobile, but among action RPGs in general. Its rich content and innovative design make it a must-play.

Grimvalor

Grimvalor, a side-scrolling Metroidvania RPG, boasts impressive visuals and a Souls-like progression system.

Oceanhorn

Oceanhorn is arguably the best non-Zelda game, and a visually stunning mobile title. (Note: The sequel is Apple Arcade exclusive.)

The Quest

A frequently overlooked first-person dungeon crawler, The Quest draws inspiration from Might & Magic, Eye of the Beholder, and Wizardry. Its hand-drawn visuals and ongoing expansions are noteworthy.

Final Fantasy (Series)

No RPG discussion is complete without Final Fantasy. Several excellent titles, including VII, IX, and VI, are available for Android.

9th Dawn III RPG

Despite the name, 9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil is a polished RPG. This top-down adventure is massive, offering exploration, loot, monster recruitment, and even a built-in card game (Fyued).

Titan Quest

A former Diablo competitor, Titan Quest's mobile port, while not perfect, provides a hack-and-slash experience if other options are unavailable.

Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth

Valkyrie Profile, with its Norse mythology theme, is a fantastic RPG series. Lenneth is particularly well-suited for mobile play, offering convenient save points.