Dragon Quest II: Luminaries of the Legendary Line

Series: Dragon Quest

The game that defined Japanese RPGs, Dragon Quest (known as Dragon Warrior in North America initially) introduced core mechanics that became genre staples: turn-based combat, experience points, and equipment progression.

Series: Dragon Quest

The epic conclusion to the Erdrick Trilogy, Dragon Quest III follows a young hero destined to defeat the archfiend Baramos. Featuring a revolutionary class system and expansive world, it set new standards for JRPGs and remains one of the most influential games in the genre.

Series: Dragon Quest

Dragon Quest IV is a landmark JRPG that introduced a revolutionary chapter-based narrative structure. The game follows multiple protagonists whose stories eventually converge in an epic quest to save the world from the evil Necrosaro.

Series: Mother

EarthBound, known as Mother in Japan, is a role-playing video game developed by Ape Inc. and HAL Laboratory, and published by Nintendo. The game follows Ness, a young boy with psychic abilities, and his friends as they journey across the world to collect melodies and defeat the cosmic horror Giygas.

Series: Final Fantasy

The game that saved Square from bankruptcy and launched one of gaming's most iconic franchises. This NES classic established core RPG mechanics like the job system, turn-based battles, and an epic fantasy narrative.

Series: Final Fantasy

The groundbreaking sequel that reinvented JRPG mechanics, following four orphans in their rebellion against the Palamecian Empire. Introduced character progression through skill usage rather than levels, and pioneered narrative-driven storytelling in RPGs.