In this episode, we’ll cover an extensive overview of the Japanese RPG landscape in 2025, highlighting a significant trend toward remakes and fresh adventures that merge nostalgia with modern gaming mechanics. The text details ten standout titles, ranging from major franchises like the Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series—which received HD-2D remakes—to smaller, distinct entries like the farming-focused Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma and the narrative-heavy The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy. Furthermore, the article notes that major studios like Atlus and Square Enix released key games, with Atlus focusing on just a few titles, including a release for the new Nintendo Switch 2, while also mentioning other notable releases in an honorable mentions section to demonstrate the robustness of the JRPG market that year.
