Our favorite RPGs on Android include games inspired by classic franchises like Pokémon and original mobile-exclusive titles. Whatever kind of RPG you enjoy, we guarantee there's one for you on the Play Store; they're some of the best games available on Android.

While these RPGs can be enjoyed on any Android device, we recommend pairing them with one of our favorite Android-compatible controllers. These games are mostly controller-compatible, and picking one up will make those hours-long RPG sessions much more comfortable.

1 Coromon

Coromon was one of our favorite new games from November 2023 for good reason. While it's not subtle about drawing inspiration from the Game Boy era of Pokémon games, it has enough fresh ideas to make this a must-play. You'll adventure through a charming pixel-art world collecting and battling various monsters after selecting one of three starter Coromon (sound familiar?).

Coromon has a variety of settings to suit all kinds of players, but it isn't just about the gameplay. There's a compelling story involving unexpected plot twists and a wide cast of characters, and the environments you'll traverse through keep things fresh.

2 Harry Potter Magic Awakened

Harry Potter: Magic Awakened might be one of our favorite games of 2023, not just July. This game offers players a charming exploration through the world of Harry Potter, offering a deep but not complicated battling system to keep things fresh. It's technically a card-battler, but the game draws in RTS and RPG mechanics to keep things interesting.

If you're frustrated by the low quality of Harry Potter games on Android, give this a try, as it's easily one of the best. While it's geared towards competitive play thanks to its ranked leaderboard, casual gamers will find plenty to enjoy in Magic Awakened.

3 Undecember

Undecember is one of our favorite Diablo Immortal alternatives for good reason. It's ARPG combat isn't revolutionary, but it's perfect for players who like to bring games to 100% completion. It brings in a few multiplayer features for flavor, but don't worry; this isn't an MMORPG.

Undecember is a fantastic ARPG that offers players a staggering amount of customization. However, those who choose an RPG based on the strength of its story may want to give this a pass; the combat is the standout feature here.

4 Endling - Extinction is Forever

Endling - Extinction Is Forever is a short but powerful RPG in which you'll experience environmental devastation through the perspective of a mother fox. As you strive to protect your cubs against the world, you must make difficult decisions to keep them alive.

Play Endling - Extinction Forever if you want an RPG that doesn't sacrifice quality for quantity. Just note that it is a shorter experience, so don't expect to spend weeks wrapped up in this game.

5 Honkai: Star Rail

Honkai: Star Rail is easily one of the best gacha games on Android. While Genshin Impact fans may find it a little too derivative, the spectacular and strategic combat is the shining star that crowns this expansive RPG.

Play Honkai: Star Rail if you want an RPG that doesn't stop giving. There's plenty to lose yourself in here, and the gacha mechanics can be ignored if they aren't to your taste.

6 To the Moon

To the Moon is an emotional, story-driven RPG that remains a masterpiece a decade after its original release, despite being over a decade old. You'll follow the story of Dr. Rosalene and Dr. Watts, who let dying patients relive their lives, helping them fulfill their dreams. In To the Moon, you'll focus on one patient, Johnny, who, as the title suggests, dreamed of going to the moon.

To the Moon's strength lies in its exceptional storytelling. There's no combat, no filler content, and no side-quests. It's a short experience that can be completed in a few hours, but these few hours are more compelling than most AAA RPGs.

7 Papers, Please

Like To the Moon, Papers, Please is an indie title that caused waves due to its innovative blending of gameplay and story. Playing as an immigration inspector for the fictional state of Arstotzka, you'll decide who gets turned away. You have limited tools at your disposal but make too many mistakes, and you'll be fired from your post, leaving your family to starve. For another layer of pressure, you're paid per decision, so go too slowly, and your family may have to live without necessities until you pick up your pace.

Papers, Please might be old, but it's still a must-play. Few games manage to integrate their mechanics as seamlessly as this, and the steady gameplay soon evolves into a heart-pounding race against bureaucracy.

8 Monster Hunter Stories

Monster Hunter Stories is a 3DS game ported to Android in 2018. It's a kid-friendly version of the Monster Hunter franchise that, despite diverting heavily from the franchise's mechanics, is still a thoroughly enjoyable RPG for anyone of any age. Expect an experience closer to a Pokémon game, including turn-based battles, monster collecting, and online multiplayer battles.

This mobile version offers improvements over the original 3DS version, including HD graphics, autosave, and a redesigned UI. So, give Monster Hunter Stories a shot if you're looking for a kid-friendly game or want to see what this quirky take on the Monster Hunter franchise is all about. It comes as a free demo, so you can test it out before paying the full price ($19.99).

9 Doom and Destiny: Advanced

Doom and Destiny Advanced is a humorous turn-based RPG perfect for any D&D fan. But anyone who wants something lighthearted in tone but has enough content to absorb them for days should give it a shot. While it's based on a traditional JRPG party system, it's got enough unique features that we recommend this game to anyone, regardless of how many RPGs you've played.

If you haven't played the original Doom and Destiny, don't worry. Doom and Destiny Advanced is a standalone adventure, but veteran players will be satisfied with the callbacks to the original. Overall, it's an excellent choice for anyone looking for something different from the array of gritty RPGs that populate the Play Store.

10 Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

Star Wars: KOTOR will take you through an adventure set 4000 years before the events of "Star Wars: A New Hope." While we won't spoil the story, it's guaranteed to satisfy any Star Wars fan who's serious about their lore. New players will find the graphics dated, but this soon becomes irrelevant.

There's massive customization here, allowing you to build your own Star Wars character from scratch. Throughout your quest, you'll explore classic locations, use brand-new weapons, and encounter many interesting characters. We recommend using an Android controller for the best experience.

11 Stardew Valley

Stardew Valley is a farming RPG for people who like to build something meaningful. Heavily inspired by Harvest Moon, you'll farm parsnips, defeat skeletons, and sail to distant islands to restore your grandfather's farm. It's relaxed, cheerful, and bound to bring a smile to your face.

While it is geared towards the casual gamer, there are plenty of opportunities for the competitive-minded player. A special end-game dungeon will push your combat skills to their limits, and reaching 100% completion requires a savvy knowledge of the game's mechanics. Overall, it's a fantastic game that every kind of gamer will find appealing.

12 Vampire: The Masquerade - Night Road

RPGs are, at their core, about the story. There's no point in having flashy graphics or perfect animations if the story is lackluster and dull. Vampire: The Masquerade originated as a tabletop RPG in 1991, and Night Road is the modern retelling of that story. It's a game for people who like their RPGs to be chock-full of information and lore.

Vampire: The Masquerade - Night Road is entirely text-based, with over 650,000 words of story and dialogue (For comparison, the Lord of the Rings trilogy has just over 576,000). It's a gripping, immersive RPG that perfectly demonstrates how to absorb the player into a story.

13 Siege of Dragonspear

Fans of Baldur's Gate have to give Siege of Dragonspear a try. Set between the events of Baldur's Gate and Baldur's Gate II, Siege of Dragonspear brings characters from those games together into a brand-new story. You'll lead your party of heroes in a 30-hour adventure, battling monsters, delving into dungeons, and exploring a world shrouded in mystery.

Unfortunately, accessibility is not one of Siege of Dragonspear's watchwords. Newcomers to the series will struggle against the byzantine game mechanics, but it's worth pushing through the initial roadblocks to the meat of the game. Just note that while it is playable on any device, Siege of Dragonspear is optimized for Android tablets, so we recommend picking up one of the best Android tablets for the smoothest experience.

14 Eternium

Eternium is ideal for those looking for an original fantasy RPG experience that doesn't stray too far from the classics. But unlike those classic RPGs, it's far more accessible. This is a modern game with modern features. Its tap-to-move controls are surprisingly intuitive, so you'll be blasting skeletons and looting dungeons like a pro in no time.

Eternium is a fully fleshed-out RPG that can stand up to any big PC or console exclusive. It's free, but there are no pay-to-win mechanics like other F2P games. It's a must-play for fans of classic RPGs who have already played Baldur's Gate a hundred times.

15 Portal Knights

Portal Knights is an RPG for the creative gamer. Drawing inspiration from Minecraft, Portal Knights combines sandbox mechanics with classic RPG tropes. This combination of genres offers players a purpose to the sandbox experience beyond building elaborate structures.

Portal Knights doesn't sacrifice sandbox building for an RPG experience; it strikes a careful balance between the two genres. Players can defeat bosses, recruit NPCs, unlock new skills, and experience exciting events while having the freedom to explore and build at their own pace.

16 Chrono Trigger

Chrono Trigger was originally released on SNES in 1995. The Android version is a direct port of the DS version from 2010 that came with extra content and cutscenes. Our original review for Chrono Trigger called it "one of the best games of all time in a convenient form." While we recommend this to anyone who played the original release, it's a splendid RPG for players of all ages.

Graphics in the 90s were a mixed bag, but Chrono Trigger's are utterly timeless; you'll never find yourself wincing at janky animations or muddled visuals. Beyond this, Chrono Trigger combines a charming story, a memorable soundtrack, and an impressive amount of replayability to create an RPG you'll never want to put down.

17 AnimA ARPG

AnimA is inspired by retro RPGs, emphasizing deep customization and fast-paced combat. It can sometimes feel frustrating and repetitive, especially if you're used to RPGs like Chrono Trigger. However, you can overcome everything in this game with strategy and patience, and it rewards you well after finding that elusive item or defeating a tricky boss.

AnimA is ideal for those who find modern RPGs too easy and prefer to solve challenges without assistance. But this doesn't mean casual gamers can't enjoy it, too. This title has a wealth of customization options, extensive replayability, intuitive controls, and beautiful graphics that make it a must-play.

18 Battle Chasers: Nightwar

Battle Chasers: Nightwar might have a ridiculous name, but there's nothing silly about how it plays. A throwback to the JRPGs of old, Battle Chasers: Nightwar offers players an original experience that keeps gameplay fresh and cut down on the grind. Dungeons are randomized each time you re-enter them, avoiding the repetitive slog that afflicts many JRPGs.

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an excellent choice for players who like a decent amount of complexity in their RPGs. Combat can seem overwhelming at first, but once you've mastered the available options, you'll be amazed at how rewarding it can be.

19 Titan Quest: Legendary Edition

Titan Quest is another classic RPG ported to Android. It's a hack-and-slash game centered around slaying classic mythological beasts (as well as a few original ones). Players interact with mythical creatures throughout the game, explore ancient civilizations, and master multiple combat skills.

It's advertised as offering over 60 hours of content, so you'll have plenty of time to lose yourself in its frenetic combat system and open world. The Legendary Edition contains all the DLCs, so we recommend picking this over the base game.

20 Sky: Children of the Light

RPGs don't have to be about endless inventory management and stressful combat. Sky: Children of the Light is an atmospheric RPG bound to put your mind at ease. It's online, so you'll interact with other players but don't mistake this for a traditional MMORPG. While there are other players around, it progresses at a much more relaxed pace. Team up to adventure into dungeons, or relax and play your instruments. Don't worry about microtransactions either; while they do exist, they are purely cosmetic.