From tactical brilliance to gothic roguelikes — ten underrated titles that deserve your time.
It’s easy to miss the games that quietly push the limits when there are so many flashy mobile and PC releases out there. With so many big-budget games out there, it can be hard to find games that are charming, creative, and have memorable gaming loops. People who took the time to play these games have liked them, even if they don’t make the news. Here is a carefully chosen list of 10 RPGs and gacha games you might not have heard of. Some are familiar, some are new, and all are worth your time.
Side Note: (This list consists of 10 Gacha Games that rank from 1 to 10, 1 being the worst and 10 being the best.)
1. Ash Echo
Developer: Aurogon Shanghai, Neocraft
Ash Echo is a great game if you like combining real-time strategy and elemental chaos. Each fight is full of creative elemental combos and character builds that are fun to watch. The animations for fighting are beautiful, and the music goes above and beyond, giving each battle emotional weight.
But the story at the beginning of the game can be hard to follow and seems to be falling apart, which could turn some players off too quickly. But if you make it through the introduction, you’ll be rewarded with a fun tactical loop and high gacha rates. It’s also brilliantly free-to-play, so you can try out good teams without spending any money. Ash Echo is a hidden gem for people who like strategy games and easy-to-play games.
2. Sword of Convallaria
Developer: XD Entertainment
Sword of Convallaria is a tactical role-playing game that falls somewhere between Fire Emblem and Final Fantasy Tactics. It does a great job of making battle deep and satisfying. The terrain is very important; you can shoot barrels at enemies to deal AoE damage or push them off hills. The map tricks make every fight interesting.
The game, available on Steam, is best known for its retro style and military accuracy. Early access bugs sometimes cause the game to crash in the middle of a fight, and the speed of the game can jump from too fast to too slow. However, for a free-to-play game, it has a lot of depth thanks to its mix of roguelike storytelling and time-loop development.
3. Dragonheir: Silent Gods
Developer: SGRA Studio
Dragonheir: Silent Gods is a great game for fans of Baldur’s Gate 3, Divinity: Original Sin, and board RPGs. The dice system, based on D&D, makes every encounter excitingly unpredictable, and the open world is full of secrets waiting to be discovered.
Though the images are stunning, they slow down the game, and older devices can experience stuttering. Sometimes it feels like the dice-based RNG isn’t being fair, but that’s part of the fun of the game. Dragon Air is one of the most engaging hidden RPGs out there, especially if you play it on PC. You can change a lot about your character and do a lot of exploring.
4. Echocalypse: Scarlet Covenant
Developer: YOOZOO (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.
Echocalypse (or “Echocalypsy,” as some people call it) is a beautiful game set in a post-apocalyptic world, with good events and beautiful character art. It’s great for “waifu collectors” because the characters wear kimonos and the art is beautiful.
Creating a character is a lot of fun, and the game gives free players a lot of event prizes. On the other hand, the shop design seems designed to be hard to use, and the endgame content could use more variety. Still, Echocalypse is a great game you should add to your library if you like great graphics, easygoing gameplay, and collector’s joy.
5. Grand Summoners
Developer: NextNinja Co., Ltd, AIDIS
Grand Summoners is a mix of old-school nostalgia and current co-op chaos. The pixel art evokes old-school JRPGs, but the intense battles and regular team-based events keep it fresh. Multiplayer raids are especially exciting, and the developers give away a lot of free stuff during events.
But flags come out too quickly, which makes players more likely to spend too much, and older units can become useless as the game’s power grows. Still, Grand Summoners has had a loyal fan base for a reason over the years. Its heart is in those big, flashy fights that are always fun to watch.
6. Silver and Blood
Developer: Vizta Games
Silver and Blood is a dark and stylish game with gloomy graphics and badass characters. It’s great for busy players because the idle prize system lets you keep making progress even when you’re not online, just like in Nikke.
It’s great for casual fun because it moves at a slow pace and has an easy growth system, but the repetitive stages and constant shop prompts can get old. Silver and Blood is a nice-looking idle game that strikes a good mix between atmosphere and ease of use, even if it doesn’t demand your full attention.
7. LastCloudia
Developer: AIDIS
LastCloudia is like a spiritual cousin to Grand Summoners and old Final Fantasy games, combining modern gacha systems with nostalgic JRPG vibes. The pixel art is beautiful, and the fight system, especially the arc mechanic, gives each team a reason to be there.
The slow pace is the downside. Sometimes dialogue goes on for too long, making you wait impatiently for the next big scene. But when you’re in battle, it feels really good to chain flashy attacks and use beast summons. Fans of old-school RPGs will love Last Gloria, which comes with a lot of free content and can be played on Steam.
8. GrandChase
Developer: KOG
For many players, GrandChase is a mix of memories and fast-paced gameplay. Even now, people still play it for its cool character designs, regular updates, and cooperative gameplay. Team fights and chaining combos bring to mind King’s Raid, and the game is fun to play because you have to be good at timing and coordinating your moves.
But power creep has been very bad. Older heroes are often not used unless they get a lot of buffs. GrandChase is still a fun, low-pressure choice for people who want a mix of chaos and nostalgia. It’s free to play, and the community is active.
9. Mecharashi
Developer: BlackJack Studio
Mecharashi is a sci-fi mech tactical role-playing game released on Steam, blending strategy and precise aiming. It’s cool that players can target specific mech parts, like an enemy’s weapon arm, which gives them more strategy options. The graphics are nice, and the idea is new to the gacha genre.
The stamina method can be frustrating because it limits how long you can play without paying or waiting. A lot of luck is also needed for the gear grind. Even with these problems, Mecharashi is unique and stands out for fans of mechs, tactics, and strategic fights.
10. Morimens
Developer: B.I.A.V Studio
Morimens, a dark and addicting roguelike card battler that feels like Slay the Spire, is at the top of the list. Every card is important, every fight feels like a puzzle, and the game takes place in a creepy, gothic library.
There is no automatic, so you have to carefully consider each move. This makes wins feel more meaningful. The translation sometimes feels like a mistake made by a computer, but the makers’ honesty and the fair, free-to-play balance make up for it. If you like roguelikes with a gothic horror twist, Murmans is a must-play. It’s hard, moody, and very rewarding.
Finally…
Each of these ten games, from the smart strategy of Sword of Convallaria to the creepy tension of Morimens, shows that great design doesn’t have to come from the biggest companies. They’re creative, kind, and not afraid to take chances, which is exactly what the game world needs. Are you interested in tactical grid fights, dice-based adventures, or relaxing gothic fantasies? These games are waiting for you to find them.
If you find yourself scrolling past the same top-grossing charts, try going in a different direction. One of these hidden gems could become your next passion.
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