Nintendo has always been generous in providing its players with the best experiences that are unlike what they had yesterday. With the launch of Nintendo Switch, you are able to enjoy three modes in one – TV mode, tabletop mode, and handheld mode – you can choose your control style, and share the fun with your friends. Nintendo took things to the next level.
At the same time, its revolutionary console also offers gaming genres, such as JRPGs or Japanese role-playing games, for you to explore. Playing these games on Nintendo Switch will make your JRPG playthrough quite memorable. Here are the best JRPGs on the Nintendo Switch today.
‘Persona 5 Royal’
Taking place in Tokyo today, the story of “Persona 5 Royal” revolves around a high school student with the codename Joker. Now, he moves to a new school after getting falsely accused of assault and placed on probation. Through his school year, he and his schoolmates wake up one day, discovering they are already a part of a group of secret vigilantes known as the Phantom Thieves of Hearts. Together, they navigate the Metaverse, unlike other metaverses you know of. In this game, it is a supernatural realm born from the subconscious desires of humanity. It is a metaverse but has life on its own in such a way that it wants to steal evil intent from the hearts of adults and change them.
The group battles enemies known as Shadows using Personas or physical manifestations of their psyche. It’s a JRPG that will take you across dungeons and social simulation scenarios.
‘Xenoblade Chronicles 3’
Relatively, “Xenoblade Chronicles 3” is the best JRPG on Switch. “Persona 5 Royal” is indeed a masterpiece, incomparable at that, not to mention their availability on other platforms. But what makes “Xenoblade” genuinely unique is that it is playable only on the Nintendo Switch. Is it a drawback? No.
This game franchise has been the ultimate source of greatness, making it a masterpiece on its own. Unlike other entries, this game checks all the right curves, such as the ambitious world-building, likable characters, and deep combat system that isn’t difficult to understand. This JRPG is paramount that you are missing a lot if you don’t try it.
‘Unicorn Overlord’
This isn’t just any other type of JRPG, but a tactical JRPG. Its creators’ aim is to make a game inspired by the classic tactical games of the 90s. Set on the continent the game calls Fevrith, a place consumed and torn by war, the story follows exiled prince Alain as he gathers his allies to liberate Fevrith’s nations from the Zenoiran Empire. The gameplay of “Unicorn Overlord” follows its hero and his units of armies fighting in large-scale battles. Take note that these battles and the field movements happen in real-time. That’s impressive.
‘Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes Of An Elusive Age’
Being among the greatest JRPGs of the previous decade, “Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age” has everything that makes this genre good for playing. Its vibrant cast members are lovely on their own, as you will see and realize they have their own struggles. There are unexpected twists and turns that conquer expectations. Not only those, but the music is immaculate.
Overall, the gameplay of this magic is as perfect as JRPGs can get. Moreover, you’ll also be able to play a demo on Nintendo Switch, making it worth trying without regretting it in the end.
‘Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door’
Fans of Super Mario, it’s time to wake up. There’s a JRPG of the franchise, and that’s in the persona of “Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.” Here, Mario and Princess Peach get obsessed with searching for a mysterious treasure that carries excellent fortune, but the X-Nauts alien group kidnapped the princess. So, Mario is now responsible for finding the treasure and saving the princess of his life.
“Paper Mario” on Nintendo Switch borrows several gameplay elements from its predecessor, which include a drawing-based art style and a turn-based battle system highlighting correctly-timed moves. For the most part, you play as Mario, but you may also play as Princess Peach and Bowser, the villain, but not at all times throughout the game.
‘Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance’
On this story’s cover image, ‘Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance’ will have you exploring Tokyo and the Netherworld, not the Netherlands while fighting demons of all shapes and sizes. The game looks great on Nintendo Switch, especially with the designs of the demons and the rest of the characters. It’s a game to look forward to.
With the launch of this game, the vanilla version of the series became stale. The new game is filled with what’s in the original campaign, alongside a secondary storyline known as the Canon of Vengeance. It beefs up the content and even adds new demons to enjoy fighting. You can try this game on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation Vita, and PlayStation 4.
‘Persona 4 Golden’
Now, here’s another “Persona” game on this list, and it deserves this spot every step of the way. Several gamers like tinkering with it. You’ll play the protagonist who just moved to his new town, attended high school, and so much more. With a mature and creepy storyline is a soundtrack that’s nothing but banger after banger. Perfect fit. You’ll never regret having this game.
‘Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age’
Of course, a “Final Fantasy” game. The gripping story of the Sky Pirate Balthier and Princess Ashe is so classic the developers never thought twice about letting it go. So, it is part of this game.
However, they made alterations, such as the new job system and adding various building characters. The legacy of “Final Fantasy” never fades with “The Zodiac Age.”
So much things to love about this game. Let’s name a few – its open world, seamless battle systems, a controllable camera, and a system that lets you control the characters’ AI in battle. You wouldn’t ask for more.
The world of JRPGs is just getting bigger and more intense day by day. The experience of playing these games is distinct from what you get in other game genres, so you’ll always start with something new. For that JRPG gameplay that can make you forget the stresses of life, try those games you read about above for your Nintendo Switch. Stick with PVP Live for more gaming insights.
