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10 Short JRPGs That Are Worth Playing

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10 Short JRPGs That Are Worth Playing
JRPGs are known for their length, and unfortunately as we get older we just don't have all that much time to spare. But there are some JRPGs out there that are both high quality, and less taxing in terms of time sacrificed. Here are 10 short JRPGs that are worth playing.
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  • @TheKisekiNut
    @TheKisekiNut Жыл бұрын

    Time is our only enemy. Edit - I realise I've made a faux pas on the Megaman commentary, my bad there, and only saw that this morning after a Saturday night bender. I meant to say the quality diminishes after the third game (only what I've read on forums and articles). But yes, I'm not saying the first one is the best.

  • @user-cf6yi5yq5i

    @user-cf6yi5yq5i

    Жыл бұрын

    I would also recomend Heroines of Sword and Spells. Around 20-25 hours for full game and around 4 hours for free dlc. Short and really funny game about really balanced party of priestess who cant heal warrior who cant tank rouge who cant steal and Mage who dont know even one spell)

  • @pokelogikx

    @pokelogikx

    Жыл бұрын

    Megaman battlenetwork 4 is the only real bad one in the second half, 5 regularly makes it to third place on peoples lists and 6 is widely regarded as the best game alongside 3 with 6 winning more on gameplay and 3 winning more on story. 2 is considered ok and better than 1 but has some whack pacing issues. 1 exists and although people would say try it once, everyone admits not to force yourself to finish it and is widely regarded as worse than 4 but not like worse worse if that makes sense.

  • @TheTigerspy

    @TheTigerspy

    Жыл бұрын

    You also first typed Y's IV when talking about Y's VI. As the self-proclaimed typo king, it was Y'sy to spot.

  • @lucinae8510

    @lucinae8510

    Жыл бұрын

    You also said Live A Live is coming to the Switch, but I think you were meant to say PC.

  • @leaftune4427

    @leaftune4427

    Жыл бұрын

    @@pokelogikx Yup, that perfectly sums up my thoughts and observations as well. I have also played all of them, but 3, 5, & 6 are the only ones I have replayed multiple times.

  • @ignis.valorant
    @ignis.valorant Жыл бұрын

    The NDS version of the World Ends With You is just amazing. It offers a unique gameplay that utilizes both screens of the NDS. I also enjoyed the story and how fashion trends affect the stats. The soundtrack is addictive, the art style mesmerizing. Overall 10/10 for me. This game does not disappoint.

  • @handsoaphandsoap

    @handsoaphandsoap

    8 ай бұрын

    It really does not suit the Switch at all, the controls are just so clunky on it. I found the best way to play the Switch version is to play with a friend using the two player mode, if you have someone willing to play with you. Since the other person will control the party member, you only have to worry about controlling Neku (or vice versa) which makes the gameplay experience so much easier. We only really struggled whenever the party member got swapped out since the person I was playing with isn’t the most experienced gamer so they had trouble adjusting to the control scheme shifting around so often.

  • @XelaShade
    @XelaShade Жыл бұрын

    Fun Fact: Ara Fell was originally developed on RPG Maker 2003, it was developed over decade ago but in recent years Ported over to Unity for Enhanced version, the original game was called "Ara Fell - The Legend of Dirisetsu Hollow" if you're interesting in reading some of its history you can find some archives still dating back. I know about it because when trying to play some of this RPG's on my Miyoo Mini portable I stumbled across it

  • @chrisglare6354
    @chrisglare6354 Жыл бұрын

    Live A Live was so fun. It sort of reminds me of a compressed Octopath, which is a huge compliment.

  • @ungabungus01

    @ungabungus01

    Жыл бұрын

    Better than octopath imo

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    It's really good as a shorter experience. Packed full of content and the variety is a big plus.

  • @gasparguruoftime5475

    @gasparguruoftime5475

    Жыл бұрын

    See, I view Octopath as an over-bloated Live A Live.

  • @brotbrotsen1100

    @brotbrotsen1100

    Жыл бұрын

    I don't see a octopath traveler in there at all. Just because of the graphics? That's pretty much the only thing they have in common....

  • @chrisglare6354

    @chrisglare6354

    Жыл бұрын

    @@brotbrotsen1100 did you also forget live a live has 8 different protagonists and turn based combat? I’m pretty sure those would classify as similarities.

  • @DrCasey
    @DrCasey Жыл бұрын

    It's still weird to see Ara Fell as an officially-released game that's given tons of reviews on KZread. I remember back in 2005 when it was just a free, unfinished RPG Maker game (it was originally intended to be a six-part series but was cancelled after the first game) in the then-much more niche and underground RPG Maker scene.

  • @TylerMire

    @TylerMire

    Жыл бұрын

    I remember those days too! Gaming world ftw

  • @DrCasey

    @DrCasey

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TylerMire Oh damn, I'd completely forgotten the name. Now there's a sudden rush of nostalgia, Gaming World was so middle school and high school for me as the Class of 2006. Did you ever play The Way? That was my favorite RPG Maker game ever by a mile. Wish it hadn't been aborted due to the creator's depression at the time.

  • @TylerMire

    @TylerMire

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DrCasey the creator of The Way (Lun C) was the level designer and writer for Shadows of Adam (I was composer). The game was mentioned in the video and we all met in the rpgmaker days. I never got through every chapter of The Way tho!

  • @HybridAngelZero
    @HybridAngelZero Жыл бұрын

    While I still love my big ol' chonky epics, there's something special about an RPG you can clear in few sittings. One note, the Battle Network games, outside the Battle Network 4, are overall pretty solid and don't decline in quality at all! As a matter of fact, the first game is probably one of the weaker ones (though still worth playing)

  • @lucariojet

    @lucariojet

    Жыл бұрын

    Right - I was sitting here thinking BN 5 was one of my favorites for the new mechanics.

  • @johnathoncarter5886

    @johnathoncarter5886

    Жыл бұрын

    Everyone hates 4 but it's one of my favorites personally

  • @greyspot00

    @greyspot00

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah, strange take. 6 is generally considered the best of the series followed by 5, 3 and 2, with 1 and 4 taking up the bottom tier.

  • @statesminds
    @statesminds Жыл бұрын

    Ys 6 is one of my favorite Ys games. The music is so good! Some people might find a character that looks like Arios from Trails haha. Ernst reminds me of him. Most all Ys games aren’t long so all worth of being on this list. The games just got longer with 8. Live a Live is great and doesn’t take long every with true ending. Pretty neat and imaginative & innovative for the time period it came out

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    It's actually surprising how well the concept held up for Live A Live even now. Some people felt it was overrated but I was all on board.

  • @Eagleknight815
    @Eagleknight815 Жыл бұрын

    Keeping this list. Good idea for "pallet cleanser" games. After spending 70 or more hours on certain RPGs, it's nice to know to come back to something like this for a quick win/breather

  • @henrikfisch
    @henrikfisch Жыл бұрын

    Thank you sooo much for putting out this video! ❤ That's exactly what I needed: A list of short games playing inbetween some longer titles (yes, I am looking at you "Trails of Cold Steel").

  • @statesminds

    @statesminds

    Жыл бұрын

    I played Trails games back to back. It’s like watching One Piece lmao

  • @henrikfisch

    @henrikfisch

    Жыл бұрын

    @@statesminds Definitely. But after having played over 90 hours on the ToCS1 ... I need a rest. :)

  • @rodelcorton8815
    @rodelcorton8815 Жыл бұрын

    The random encounters in mmbn was crazy i couldnt remember if it was that high since my gba cartridges are aleady gone still a fun and nostalgic game

  • @gedora5539
    @gedora5539 Жыл бұрын

    I would also give an honorable mention to the first Dragon Quest. For both being the original JRPG and not taking most people longer than 10+ hours on their first run.

  • @NerdyZanoth
    @NerdyZanoth Жыл бұрын

    For Megaman Battle Network, the first 3 games each improve. 1 is serviceable, 2 improves the gameplay, 3 improves the story. 4 is generally considered the worst (though best selling due to 3's quality and 4's advertisement budget). 5 is very hit or miss with fans depending on whether you like adding a layer of turn based strategy tactics to the campaign. 6 is generally considered to have the best combat system due to the incremental improvements over the series duration.

  • @Arthas30000
    @Arthas30000 Жыл бұрын

    For Mega Man Battle Network, I want to point out that games 3 & 6 are considered to be the best in the series, though 4 & 5 also have a special place in my heart. I really enjoyed them, and definitely reccomend.

  • @ELFudgeOreos

    @ELFudgeOreos

    Жыл бұрын

    3 and 6 are my favorite because those ones got me right in the feels

  • @Arthas30000

    @Arthas30000

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ELFudgeOreos 6 def goes right in the feels. Especially the ending 😭 and the twist with Iris

  • @blues2807

    @blues2807

    Жыл бұрын

    How long is 6?

  • @Arthas30000

    @Arthas30000

    Жыл бұрын

    @@blues2807 If you just stick to the main game and don't skip the cutscenes, may 8h? Maybe more? With post game it's definitely pretty long

  • @Bass7am
    @Bass7am Жыл бұрын

    I really appreciate your content , thank you so much for your hard work P.S : hope one day you make a list for "feel-good" jrpg games

  • @robertmoorhead3731
    @robertmoorhead3731 Жыл бұрын

    I will admit that I bought Cosmic Star Heroine based on your last mention of it. BUT YES!! I'm an adult! I've got a house to run! A job to work! It's why I'm still working through Zero when I already own Azure. It's pain I'll tell you...

  • @michaelperrigo
    @michaelperrigo Жыл бұрын

    Subbed because you literally dove straight in without any setup /bs

  • @DaakkuuYRS
    @DaakkuuYRS Жыл бұрын

    Blue Reflection for me. Took me around 13 hours, and that's when I took my time for grinding. Great game.

  • @VXMasterson

    @VXMasterson

    Жыл бұрын

    How?? Blue Reflection took me 30 hours and I missed a bunch of content

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    That's on my backlog for this year, so who knows could be on a future one of these!

  • @gmoney0987
    @gmoney0987 Жыл бұрын

    Cool list. Definitely some stuff worth checking out on here. Some other great short Jrpgs are Suikoden, Crisis Core, Chrono Trigger, and Child of Light (super underrated game)

  • @SumKindofGaming
    @SumKindofGaming Жыл бұрын

    Came here for the indies and ypu didnt dissapoint with 2 bangers straight up! The indie rpg scene is VERY accessible right now

  • @weewer3369
    @weewer3369 Жыл бұрын

    I had to take a pause when you said the quality diminishes in 5 and 6. What!? Those are the best ones. It consistently gets better after the first to clear up confusions, with only 4 being a bit of let from compared to 3. Asides from that, very cool list!

  • @SpringdayAutumnmoon
    @SpringdayAutumnmoon Жыл бұрын

    Super Lesbian Animal RPG is an extraordinarily beautiful masterpiece and is only 20 hours at most if you're doing all the side quests. If you just wanna do the main story, it's only 15 at most. It's a life changing experience and a dream come true, one that filled me with warm, fuzzy bliss. If a single word in the title appeals to you, you should absolutely play it.

  • @alejandromarinetti8622
    @alejandromarinetti8622 Жыл бұрын

    Chrono Trigger and Mario RPG will always be the best short RPG games to play

  • @WolfBetter
    @WolfBetter Жыл бұрын

    I love how KZread is suggesting me smaller-time youtuber these days. I'm finally finding new creators!

  • @alexmorpheus6762
    @alexmorpheus676219 күн бұрын

    I played Ys 6, Rhapsody and The World ends with You. Rhapsody A musical adventure is the most underrated and also the shortest JRPGs I've ever played.

  • @leaftune4427
    @leaftune4427 Жыл бұрын

    Nice list, I been thinking about Rhapsody. I'll have to disagree with the "quality diminishes after the third game" in regards to MMBN, 5 often rivals 2 for 3rd place in a person's top 3, while 6 often rivals 3 for 1st place. (though 6 is known as the best for PVP battles.) My personal top 3 are 6, 5, & 3. (Not really sure what order... I have a lot of nostalgia for 3, but it does have some grindy elements if you're going for 100%.)

  • @WaruiDeshou
    @WaruiDeshou Жыл бұрын

    You've got the wrong Roman numeral for Ys 6 in its title card. Should be VI rather than IV. It's fixed during the time when the title is in the bottom corner, but when it's front and center, it is incorrect. Love your work, thanks for all the great vids!

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep, it's been noted by a few people. Sometimes a typo like that will get through, it's a one man crew over here and with limited time to boot.

  • @WaruiDeshou

    @WaruiDeshou

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheKisekiNut Absolutely. Just wanted to let you know, as I would appreciate the same courtesy from others if the roles were swapped. Thanks again for your hard work!

  • @collin2401
    @collin2401 Жыл бұрын

    Great list! I'd definitely add Chained Echoes, as it's basically Xenogears but 25 hours instead of 80 👍

  • @Zaizeku

    @Zaizeku

    Жыл бұрын

    Chained echoes is great, but I'm way over 25 hours and have not finished it yet XD (granted I do tend to take my time XD)

  • @SquishyPasta

    @SquishyPasta

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Zaizeku same… don’t think I’m near the end and I’m around 20 hours.. I am taking my sweet time though. Glad it’s not just me

  • @Zaizeku

    @Zaizeku

    Жыл бұрын

    @@SquishyPasta yeah, I'm not done with it yet and i am nearing 50 hours XD

  • @statesminds
    @statesminds Жыл бұрын

    I can’t wait til i get my Ara Fell and Rise of the Third Power physical copy for Switch. Glad Langrisser/War Song on this list. I wish i could use the old classic game sprites though since can change the art of characters. I would also recommend the Mercenaries games

  • @hadesKIU
    @hadesKIU Жыл бұрын

    It goes without saying for anyone here, but if you still don't know Chrono Trigger... Play it! It's short-ish, all killer no filler, and it's one of the best games ever made.

  • @8bitwalkthrough
    @8bitwalkthrough Жыл бұрын

    Live A Live finally comes out for Steam this coming week, so hopefully I'll pick it up. Great video.

  • @MiamiSunrise
    @MiamiSunrise Жыл бұрын

    I have not played Ara Fell or Rise of the Third Power but will do so when Limited Run sends me the physicals for them soon. I really need to get around to Cosmic Star Heroine because I have clearly missed out. Much like Rhapsody, I need to step into these wonderful games between the bigger games more often. Megaman Battle Network Legacy Collection will be a good way to do that shortly. Also, I'm thankful you showed off Noora since I knew nothing about that game and it looks like something I'd love. Thanks for the great video TKN!

  • @SWORDMA
    @SWORDMA Жыл бұрын

    Great list! Love the comfy focus. While it's a totally different flavor, Parasite Eve is excellent and clocks in under 10 hours.

  • @goranisacson2502
    @goranisacson2502 Жыл бұрын

    I also wholeheartedly recommend The World Ends With You for the story- I played it back on the Nintendo DS so I don't know what it plays like on the Switch, but I loved it back then so I'd recommend it to people anyway they can get it!

  • @yodastitch4227
    @yodastitch4227 Жыл бұрын

    Well, you got me interested in Noora and the time studio, gonna have to find it somewhere. Also, I can vouch for Live a Live, it's a real gem, and any Ys game is worth playing. :)

  • @amurter19
    @amurter19 Жыл бұрын

    Feel like the common opinion on battle network is 1 was a weak game that got improved on, 4 was a misstep, and everything else is pretty good.

  • @HoroJoga
    @HoroJoga Жыл бұрын

    I'd add Grandia 2 to the list. It isn't exactly short short, being 30-hours long, but the pacing is extremely satisfying, and it has barely any exploration and town shenanigans. Besides, the battle system is astonishing good.

  • @JerryFlowersIII
    @JerryFlowersIII Жыл бұрын

    Hey Kiseki Dude. I've played Ys Origins-IV My question to you Should I play in numbered order and play VI next (because of course 6 comes after 4) Or should I play in chronological order and play VIII Lacrimosa of Dana next? My favorites are ranked in the order that I played them so far, by coincidence or maybe not, if that has any impact on your answer. I also just like talking about Ys (And trails) I think Ys is such an interesting series, especially because of it's long history.

  • @JuliusSky
    @JuliusSky Жыл бұрын

    TWEWY was always one of those games I could never talk about to people, but I'm glad it's at least recognizable now 🥳

  • @phoenixact7219
    @phoenixact7219 Жыл бұрын

    Those are some nice picks! There's even a couple I've never heard of in there, so I'll have to check them out!

  • @ussfrhni8085
    @ussfrhni8085 Жыл бұрын

    I always feel like I need 10 lifetimes to play only the most popular jrpgs. Let alone all of them... Thank you for this

  • @ty_sylicus
    @ty_sylicus Жыл бұрын

    Was luckily to experience The World Ends With You on the Nintendo DS and man did it feel like an underrated game back then.

  • @FranzBinder20
    @FranzBinder20 Жыл бұрын

    Are there also 3D-JRPGs in this category? Could this maybe be another list?

  • @Rysskylt
    @Rysskylt Жыл бұрын

    One contradiction here, is whilst the MMBN games do lose quality in the 4th and 5th entry, the 6th one is considered one of the high points of the series. Realistically common sentiment puts them in this order (best to worst) MMBN3 MMBN6 MMBN2 MMBN5 MMBN MMBN4 All are great though.

  • @theraycat9681
    @theraycat9681 Жыл бұрын

    "Just because we have responsibilities doesn't mean we can't have fun." Tell em TKN, in a time where we are always told to "grow up".. (me in my 30s)😅

  • @glswenson
    @glswenson Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been looking for turn based JRPGs for a while now, and have been having trouble finding them on steam. Went back to play Final Fantasy X yet again. This video was exactly what I need, and I hope I’ll be able to try some of these out.

  • @stevenanderson7620
    @stevenanderson7620 Жыл бұрын

    This is great! I tend to play a lot of long games anyway, but these seem to be great changes of pace to cleanse my palate in between. Do you plan on getting the FF Pixel Remasters now that they’re coming to consoles and will likely be patched for PC games as well? I’d love to see you review those games.

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    I will definitely be playing the Pixel Remasters!

  • @CojoTruk
    @CojoTruk Жыл бұрын

    If you like cyberpunk themed media, the indie JRPG Jack Move took me about 10 hours to beat. It has great music and it was very satisfying. It's on Switch and Steam

  • @Christian-wr4ge
    @Christian-wr4ge Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this. I've been looking for a recent list like this for a long time :)

  • @silvermoon2608
    @silvermoon2608 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad Live Alive is moving away from its switch exclusivity so I can finally play it on the switch. It’s about time

  • @nightwolf235
    @nightwolf235 Жыл бұрын

    currently reliving my childhood days playing through the MMBN legacy collection on MmBN2 right now

  • @RadicalKingJames
    @RadicalKingJames Жыл бұрын

    If you can, play The World Ends With You on a DS or 3DS (but get a screen protector lol). That’s really the best way to enjoy the game, but playing it on a tablet is a close second. Never tried the Switch version, but the sequel is incredibly good.

  • @ShockStormRPG
    @ShockStormRPG Жыл бұрын

    Ys VI! Yes excellent!

  • @Drewsefer89
    @Drewsefer89 Жыл бұрын

    I’ll add THE LONGEST 5 MINUTES super fun RPG reminiscent of Earthbound & at around 8-10 hours

  • @gnuwaves743
    @gnuwaves743 Жыл бұрын

    Nora is a game I keep picking up to play, letting life get in the way, come back and restart because I forgot what's happening.

  • @DangerCrow
    @DangerCrow Жыл бұрын

    Dang, I wish Noora was more accessible, it looks very up my alley.

  • @B00tsnake
    @B00tsnake Жыл бұрын

    Can easily recommend the mobile port of The World Ends With You. It's a closer HD port of the NDS style and works much better than the Switch port.

  • @ryancraig110
    @ryancraig110 Жыл бұрын

    the 6th game in the battle network series is usually considered the second best 3 the best the first game is considered one of the worst along with 4 and 5 is considered the third best or third worst depending on your preferences with 2 being somewhere in the middle

  • @ryancraig110

    @ryancraig110

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheKisekiNut that makes no sense grammatically or as an arguement but you have fixed the mistake and also it wasn't intentional so I shouldn't of called you a liar I am sorry I have now taken that part out of the original cormorant

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ryancraig110 ah, that reply wasn't meant for you. The creator studio sometimes bugs out and looks like it went to you. This reply was intended for someone who said they wouldn't play Ara Fell because of the graphics.

  • @ryancraig110

    @ryancraig110

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheKisekiNut oh ok

  • @ohmyupoorchild
    @ohmyupoorchild Жыл бұрын

    Check out Jack Move! It’s a cyberpunk Jrpg, 10-15 hours! Very fun, great detail and theme

  • @Siinory
    @Siinory Жыл бұрын

    Shadows of Adam is a very neat game and I cannot urge people to chekc their next game, The Quartet. I'll also recommend another extremely overlook RPG on the DS buuuuut it's not a short one, Sands of Destruction

  • @Sikthy
    @Sikthy Жыл бұрын

    Comic star heroine kinder reminds me of old phantasy star

  • @cowien
    @cowien Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video, Langrisser looks so cool. Getting it because of this video.

  • @LightMageMike
    @LightMageMike Жыл бұрын

    I have been meaning to pick up the Langrisser remakes, but I just haven't been able to find the right time for it. It does look like something right up my alley though. And oh man Ark of Napishtim. I really love that game. For just so many reasons. I don't think it's my favorite of the Ys games, but it's one that lives in a place where I could pretty much be down to pick it up any time and play through a little. Just... The characters are super lovable, the story is solid even if the villain is a bit lackluster, the ties to the broader lore are excellent, I actually kind of prefer its take on the Napishtim engine to the next to just because it feels a little bit more like Ys 2 in the simplicity of its combat and the way you can have a healing item equipped, the progression in levelling is super satisfying, the music has a brilliant kind of nostalgia to it that can take me back to my childhood just through style alone, the exploration is outstanding... I mean, it's just a great game. And thanks for the video! Always enjoy watching.

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    If you like SRPGs you'll enjoy it. It's a LOT of gameplay too.

  • @Nikita_Akashya
    @Nikita_Akashya Жыл бұрын

    This video reminds me that I still haven't touched Langrisser yet. And I think Fire Emblem 13 can also be played through in a very short time if you don't grind like I always do. The day I bought Awakening was a Friday. I finished it in 2 days. Although I was too hype too sleep, so I guess around 30 hours maybe. I also played Revenant Saga and finally finished it last year. I have over 40 hours playtime due to not turning off my switch that one time. If I had, it would have barely scratched 20 hours. Most Ace Attorney games also take around 30 hours to beat. Just remember to save scum your way out of everything. The bad thing about these games is that Apollo Justice and the 3DS titles are pretty hard to play these days without emulation. I have the OG DS cartridge for my version of Apollo Justice and the other games except Professor Layton on my 3DS. But some people are not that lucky. Rhapsody was indeed very short and I just remember loving the cat enemies, because they were so cute. But yeah, Ace Attorney. Play it. I know a lawyer game sounds silly, but the music is lit and finding those contradictions is oh so satisfying. I love my silly Lawyer game.

  • @grodon909

    @grodon909

    Жыл бұрын

    Aren't most of the Pheonix Wright titles easily available on mobile?

  • @Nikita_Akashya

    @Nikita_Akashya

    Жыл бұрын

    @@grodon909 I have them on my switch and my DS and my 3DS. But I heard from some people that the mobile versions can't be played any more after a certain update. Which sucks, because that was one of the only ways to legit play Apollo Justice after the eshop closed down. I hope it gets fixed somehow.

  • @Nikita_Akashya

    @Nikita_Akashya

    9 ай бұрын

    @@grodon909 Hello my friend from the past and have you seen the announcement for the second trilogy? Problem solved, I guess. Now all the games are on modern platforms. Except Investigations and the layton crossover, but who cares? Am I right? I wonder if that will be the next trilogy or something? I never played the Edgeworth games. Maybe we will get those games next or something. No idea though.

  • @grodon909

    @grodon909

    9 ай бұрын

    @@Nikita_Akashya Here's to another couple dozen hours!

  • @cyrahomega
    @cyrahomega4 ай бұрын

    Warsong was so cool back in the day

  • @user-vu7on5gf3w
    @user-vu7on5gf3w Жыл бұрын

    Sword of Mana for the GBA actually took me 22hrs to beat.

  • @StamatisIoannou
    @StamatisIoannou Жыл бұрын

    I was thinking of Live a Live when I saw the pixel art of the first game in the list and.. what do you know? it is on number 10. Live a Live is actually a remake/remaster of the SNES title of the same game. The story is very powerful and I like how each scenario connects nicely to the main narrative. The newly added voice acting and enhanced battle effects is what this game was worth.

  • @PseudoWounds
    @PseudoWounds Жыл бұрын

    Gonna pick up Noora right now, seemed pretty interesting

  • @luliby2309
    @luliby2309 Жыл бұрын

    Nice and useful video for finding short RPGs, though there are a few errors here and there. You already addressed your Battle Network comments about how the later half is considered to be weaker and how the first game is also not considered to be the best. Really though, it was more of a saturation issue than anything else. (Also, I personally don't consider Battle Network to be RPGs, like with Zelda, but eh, it's close enough to scratch that itch for many people.) You also had Ark Of Napishtim labeled as Ys 4 instead of 6, called "HD 2D" "2.5D", which is a different thing, and you said Live A Live was coming to the Switch at the end instead of PC. XD Small issues, but worth noting. Thanks for the game recommendations!

  • @Andeijogando
    @Andeijogando Жыл бұрын

    "The shortest JRPG is the one that you never play it." -Miyamoto

  • @raulsantandertirado4400
    @raulsantandertirado4400 Жыл бұрын

    The Ys one reminded me of RO. I might get that one, or perhaps The World Ends with You. Anyways, I appreciate the list.

  • @Evilriku13

    @Evilriku13

    Жыл бұрын

    Falcom back then ported Arcturus: The Curse and Loss of Divinity alongside Ragnarok Online to japanese markets, which is how and where they got the inspiration from I say for the Napisthim Engine and Trails in the Sky to Trails of Azure. Kinda wish they had kept that style forevermore for those series :/

  • @popskar
    @popskar Жыл бұрын

    If you like advance wars, Wargroove is a nice little SRPG that nets you around 20 Hours for the main campaign!

  • @sozaj
    @sozaj Жыл бұрын

    Panzer Dragoon Saga is a great short RPG... if you can ever afford it.

  • @Aaron-mj9ie
    @Aaron-mj9ie Жыл бұрын

    JRPGs were originally written with the idea of playing about half an hour of them each night before you go to bed... It's just that people really don't play them in small chunks...

  • @thomasbryans6547
    @thomasbryans65475 күн бұрын

    I’m sure someone else said it Mega Man Battlenetwork games to NOT get worse as they go on. It’s pretty much consensus that 3 is the best, 5 is runner up and 6 is a great ending to the series, though not the best game.

  • @SlowpokeReads
    @SlowpokeReads Жыл бұрын

    Noora looks really adorable

  • @dawnaeaclaudiuscaesaraugus714
    @dawnaeaclaudiuscaesaraugus714 Жыл бұрын

    Great shout out for Langrisser! I enjoyed these more than I did the more recent Fire Emblem games for their absolutely insane branching story pathways.

  • @HeartbrokenHeartshooter
    @HeartbrokenHeartshooter Жыл бұрын

    Busy doesn’t mean it has to be short. It just has to respect my time. I have no issues taking a whole year to play a single game over 2-3 sessions a week. It just has to be a game that’s worth it.

  • @Omegexis
    @Omegexis Жыл бұрын

    Very confused where you got your info regarding the megaman battle network games diminishing in quality in further titles, because it is widely regarded that the opposite is true and that the first game is the weakest by far.

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    A typo unfortunately when writing the script. I wanted to get away for the weekend and neglected proof reading, so that's on me! I updated the pinned comment after realising.

  • @NeoGhiofish
    @NeoGhiofish Жыл бұрын

    I'd suggest Super Mario RPG and Parasite Eve (both around 10-12 hours) - two experimental titles from Squaresoft's heyday

  • @NothingHereForYou
    @NothingHereForYou Жыл бұрын

    Now this is the type of game list for me. Maybe Panzer Dragoon Saga would be good for this list. I haven’t beat it but I got to the second disc in like 2 hours so maybe it isn’t too long. I wish they would port it, but the emulation on pc is great

  • @PseudoWounds
    @PseudoWounds Жыл бұрын

    Very useful video!

  • @Momosexual
    @Momosexual Жыл бұрын

    I'm currently playing Live A Live and am at the Near Future era

  • @TheInfinityMaster1
    @TheInfinityMaster1 Жыл бұрын

    Regarding Mega Man Battle Network, my *dream* for a future game in that franchise is a *3D Mega Man.EXE game* with a gameplay similar to *Kingdom Hearts* (i.e. using the side menu to equip battle chips on the fly during combat) and a story that follows the "Mega Man NT Warrior" TV show!

  • @amandap7733
    @amandap7733 Жыл бұрын

    People really need to respect shorter games more so I'm glad this video exists.

  • @SquishyPasta

    @SquishyPasta

    Жыл бұрын

    100% agree. Some of the shorter ones focus more on telling a good story with refined gameplay. Filler content in some of the bigger games can turn it into a chore sometimes

  • @countpicula
    @countpicula Жыл бұрын

    I haven’t gotten an alert form you in ages. Just got this. Dam Susan.

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    It happens bud, YT's a bit weird like that.

  • @ryancoombes4360
    @ryancoombes4360 Жыл бұрын

    i would add the Legacy of Goku Series

  • @sofaris576
    @sofaris576 Жыл бұрын

    My favorite JRPG "Fuga Melodies of Steel" is only 20 houers long. Not quite as short as most on this liest but still pretty short fore a JRPG.

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    That's interesting! It's on my backlog but I was under the impression it was at least 30 hours.

  • @sofaris576

    @sofaris576

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheKisekiNut Nope its defiently not 30 houers. Its 20 houers and that is pretty accurate.

  • @ShadowBasch
    @ShadowBasch Жыл бұрын

    As a finnish person the kinda janky use of finnish words in Noora gave me a grin and few giggles. xD I actually had to google some screenshots for more. Looks like a decent game too, may have to give it a try :D

  • @Falco.exe93
    @Falco.exe93 Жыл бұрын

    Good list, but I think you got the Battle Network thing wrong there. The first one is almost always considered the worst one, alongside the 4th, and 3, 5 and 6 are the best.

  • @ryancraig110

    @ryancraig110

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree but 5 does seem to be a bit of a divisive game

  • @Falco.exe93

    @Falco.exe93

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ryancraig110 Honestly never seen any eal complaints, aside for some minor ones about the liberation missions, and those felt really nitpicky

  • @ryancraig110

    @ryancraig110

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Falco.exe93 I have seen complaints about the story and some of the characters

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah that was on me, realised I screwed up on my script when I got back on Sunday, updated the pinned comment in response.

  • @marcosdheleno
    @marcosdheleno Жыл бұрын

    the battle network might be short, but they are also full of backtracks and fetch quests that do nothing but waste your time, so aside from the first one, i dont think they really fit as rpgs for busy people.

  • @delphidelion
    @delphidelion Жыл бұрын

    Battle Network was such an effin good game.

  • @saedt
    @saedt Жыл бұрын

    Hahah I thought he was gonna joke and say it took him 12 hours to pronounce #5 😂

  • @CoNteMpTone
    @CoNteMpTone Жыл бұрын

    "Arafel is an Indiegame and as such is limited by its budget" - Check out Chained Echoes. Its made by ONE PERSON and its literally the least limited JRPG ever.

  • @trullikoi
    @trullikoi Жыл бұрын

    I liked Ara Fell a lot. I'm currently playing their other game Rise of the Third Power

  • @Oggre
    @Oggre Жыл бұрын

    Bro did you wrote Ys IV (4) but said 6... Which Ys are you reffering too 4 or 6 ?

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Search Ark of Napishtim and you'll find out.

  • @robinnewhouse1563
    @robinnewhouse1563 Жыл бұрын

    What's the name of the first song playing in the background? 😭 Sounds like from an Atelier game

  • @ssjdennis6058
    @ssjdennis6058 Жыл бұрын

    Ys Origen only took 6 hours the first time. Second and third time I even went faster. Trials of Mana is also excellent and short, around 20 hours to do everything, or faster if you just want the story.

  • @TheKisekiNut

    @TheKisekiNut

    Жыл бұрын

    The only real gripe I have with Origin is that I don't think it would appeal as much as Napishtim due to the repetition between characters. I loved the game, but I can see why others might shy away.

  • @PazuChill
    @PazuChill Жыл бұрын

    I highly recommend The Last Story for the 20-25 hours bracket. It's one of my favorite RPGs ever. Good story, great characters and music, divisive but fun (imo) gameplay.

  • @staicy

    @staicy

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes, I totally agree! It was a great game

  • @blues2807

    @blues2807

    Жыл бұрын

    😢

  • @sablen1319
    @sablen1319 Жыл бұрын

    As a Mega Man Battle Network fan, you probably shouldn’t play the first game first because it’s a little basic compared to later games and the level design is significantly worse than later games. The second or third game are definitely good starting points. Also in response to the video, I completely disagree with his take on later games. The 5th and 6th games are great and arguably the best. The only games in the series I didn’t personally enjoy were 1 and 4 Good video. It’s great to see smaller games like Ara Fell talked about

  • @SquishyPasta
    @SquishyPasta Жыл бұрын

    Stick high speed mode on and Cold Steel II is a veeery short JRPG lol