Top Android RPGs for Those Long, Dark Winter Nights

Winter evenings are long, dark, and often rainy. What better way to pass the time than with a captivating RPG? This genre offers extensive adventures, stunning environments, and intricate mechanics to explore. Here's our curated list of the best Android RPGs to keep you entertained. If your favorite isn't listed, let us know in the comments!

We've narrowed down the options, excluding gacha games (those are covered in our separate best Android gacha games list). This list primarily features premium games with complete, readily accessible content.

Top-Tier Android RPGs

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2

A controversial pick for the top spot? Perhaps. But KOTOR 2 shines as a brilliant, touchscreen-optimized version of a classic. It's massive, brimming with compelling characters, and truly captures the essence of Star Wars.

Neverwinter Nights

If sci-fi isn't your cup of tea, Neverwinter Nights offers a dark fantasy adventure in the Forgotten Realms. Beamdog's enhanced version of this Bioware classic is exceptional.

Dragon Quest VIII

Often hailed as the best Dragon Quest game, Dragon Quest VIII is also our top mobile JRPG choice. Square Enix has meticulously adapted it for mobile, including portrait mode for on-the-go play.

Chrono Trigger

A legendary JRPG, Chrono Trigger's mobile port naturally earns a place on this list. While 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 remarkably engaging. A strong contender for the ultimate strategy RPG, and certainly a standout mobile title.

The Banner Saga

The Banner Saga (note: the third game requires a different platform) is a dark, challenging, and deeply strategic experience. Imagine a blend of Game of Thrones and Fire Emblem.

Pascal’s Wager

A dark and atmospheric hack-and-slash ARPG, Pascal’s Wager is not just one of the best action RPGs on mobile, but one of the best overall. It's packed with content and innovative ideas.

Grimvalor

Grimvalor is an exceptional side-scrolling Metroidvania RPG with stunning visuals and a Souls-like progression system.

Oceanhorn

Oceanhorn is a standout, non-Zelda title and one of the best-looking mobile games. (Note: the sequel is Apple Arcade exclusive.)

The Quest

The Quest is a frequently overlooked first-person dungeon crawler, drawing inspiration from classics like early Might & Magic and Wizardry. Its hand-drawn visuals and regular expansions make it a must-play.

Final Fantasy (Series)

No RPG discussion is complete without mentioning Final Fantasy. Several excellent titles from the series, including VII, IX, and VI, are available on Android.

9th Dawn III RPG

Despite the name, 9th Dawn III: Shadow of Erthil is a polished and expansive top-down RPG. It boasts a massive amount of content, including exploration, loot, monster recruitment, and even a built-in card game.

Titan Quest

A former Diablo competitor, Titan Quest is now available on mobile. While the port isn't perfect, it's a decent hack-and-slash option if you lack alternatives.

Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth

Valkyrie Profile, with its Norse mythology theme, is a fantastic RPG series. Lenneth is particularly well-suited for mobile play, allowing saves at any point.