Best JRPG Games on iPhone

A landmark time-travel RPG widely cited as one of the greatest ever made. The iOS version brings its classic combat and multiple endings to a touchscreen.

The pixel-remastered edition of a beloved entry, with redrawn sprites, a rearranged soundtrack and a sprawling cast. A definitive way to play a classic.

A free-to-play prequel built in the HD-2D style of the console games. Follows eight travelers with a turn-based battle system focused on breaking enemy defences.

A 3D remake of the RPG that introduced the Active Time Battle system. A dramatic, story-rich adventure that helped define the series’ modern feel.

A full port of the acclaimed console RPG, with cel-shaded visuals and a charming open-feeling world. A long, classic turn-based quest.

A revered tactical RPG with deep job-class systems and grid-based battles. The ‘War of the Lions’ version adds extra content and a fuller localisation.

A return to the series’ fantasy roots with a memorable cast and a warm, theatrical story. Includes optional boosters that make replays more convenient.

The Radical Dreamers Edition remasters the spiritual sequel to Chrono Trigger, with a huge cast and a branching, dimension-hopping story.

A full 3D remake of a cult SaGa entry, with a unique generational empire system and free-form, non-linear progression. Deep and unconventional.

The original genre-defining RPG, ported to iOS with optional speed and battle boosts. The full, lengthy story of Cloud and AVALANCHE on your phone.

A beloved farming-life RPG with light combat, relationships and seasons. Not a traditional JRPG, but its pixel-art, content-rich design has a similar lasting appeal.

A free, atmospheric mobile RPG in the NieR universe with a melancholy story and command-based combat. A more recent take on the franchise built for phones.