20 Best Short JRPGs You Need To Play

In the mood for a JRPG but lack the time needed to play one? Then these short, excellent JRPG experiences are exactly what you need!

December 24, 2021 · 1 min · 102 words · April Snow

JRPGs are alive and well.

but there were just so many of ‘em for PS2.

While it will take roughly 30 hours to complete, it is time well spent.

A split image of cover art from Blue Reflection and Andrea from Final Fantasy 7 Remake with Juniper from Xenoblade Chronicles 3 over top.

These JRPGs include some much-needed LGBTQ+ representation.

Eternal Sonata is developed by tri-Cescendo, who you may recognize from Blue Dragon: Awakened Shadow.

However, these releases were just before Hidetaka Miyazaki joined the team, changing the company’s trajectory forever.

Split images of Pikachu from Pokemon, a Slime from Dragon Quest, and a Moogle from Final Fantasy.

It’s also available on the PlayStation 5, making it readily available on modern platforms!

Everyone knows these recognisable JRPG mascots.

JRPGs are often known for being similar to anime, but these JRPGs defy that stereotype.

Split image of 2B, Clive and Yuri Hyuuga.

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Dragon Quest 8, Persona 3 FES, and Tales of the Abyss For Best JRPGs Of The PS2 Era

A screenshot of an HD mod for Paper Mario.

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Combat screen from Lost Kingdoms.

Key art for Okage: Shadow King, showcasing the main cast of characters.

Key art of the cast from Chrono Trigger.

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A screenshot from Earthbound, showcasing the main party walking along a dirt path.

Screenshot from The World Ends With You: Final Remix.

Key art of the cast from Ys: Memories of Celceta.

A screenshot of the combat in Live A Live.

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