Rank 01Why this
Also Cinematic and JRPG, like FINAL FANTASY XIII.
- $19.99 (Price checked Nov 7)
- Deck Playable
- 2014
Games like FINAL FANTASY® XIII
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- Updated May 4, 2026
Players who liked FINAL FANTASY® XIII also play
The closest matches to FINAL FANTASY® XIII: FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2, LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII, FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Tales of ARISE. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Same epic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
- $19.99 (Price checked Nov 7)
- Deck Playable
- 2015
Rank 03Why this
Also JRPG and Turn-Based Combat, like FINAL FANTASY XIII.
- $29.99 (Price checked Nov 7)
- Deck Playable
- 2016
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Tales of ARISE
Why this: Same cinematic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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The full ranked list: top 24 games like FINAL FANTASY® XIII
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Also JRPG and Turn-Based Combat, like FINAL FANTASY XIII.
- 89% of 10,776 reviews
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Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
- 82% of 17,959 reviews
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- Released: 2014
- Developer: Square Enix
- Price: $15.99checked Nov 7
- Steam Deck: Deck Playable
- 75% of 9,047 reviews
- Genres: RPG
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Character arcs carry genuine emotional weight
- Paradigm system forces constant strategic adaptation
- Soundtrack enhances sci fi fantasy atmosphere
- Cinematic
- Contemplative
- Epic
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Why this: Same immersive mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Same epic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Same cinematic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Same immersive mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
Tomb Raider: Legend
Why this: Same epic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
The Tenth Line
Why this: Also JRPG and Turn-Based Combat, like FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION
Why this: Also Cinematic and JRPG, like FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Same contemplative mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Same epic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Same cinematic mood as FINAL FANTASY XIII.
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Why this: Also Cinematic and JRPG, like FINAL FANTASY XIII.
About FINAL FANTASY® XIII
The closest matches to FINAL FANTASY® XIII: FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2, LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII, FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Tales of ARISE. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If FINAL FANTASY® XIII is your kind of game, the closest matches are FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2, LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII and FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as cinematic, contemplative and epic, and single out its auto battle toggle and grinding farming. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Final Fantasy XIII is a linear RPG developed by Square Enix that released on Steam in 2014 for $6.39. Players control a party as they navigate a sci-fi fantasy world spanning the floating city of Cocoon and the ancient realm of Pulse. The game features a paradigm-shifting combat system where players switch between specialized roles during battle, combined with auto-battle options for grinding and farming. Reviewers note that character arcs carry genuine emotional weight throughout the narrative, with the story unfolding through rich layered lore. Players describe the atmosphere as cinematic and immersive, with the soundtrack enhancing the sci-fi fantasy setting. The game offers substantial length for solo players with superbosses providing endgame challenges. It holds a 75% positive rating from over 9,000 Steam reviews and is playable on Steam Deck.
About FINAL FANTASY® XIII: Final Fantasy XIII is a fantasy RPG in which a band of brave humans struggle against fate in the utopian sky city of Cocoon and the primeval world of Pulse. Follow stylish heroine Lightning's fast paced battles and high adventure in a mysterious new world.
Is FINAL FANTASY® XIII worth buying?
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 75% of 9,047 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 76% positive across 79 new reviews, in line with its all-time score.
- Price: $15.99 (checked Nov 8).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 47 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics had played a median of 17 h before their negative review.
- Steam Deck Playable: works, with some rough edges.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Character arcs carry genuine emotional weight
- Paradigm system forces constant strategic adaptation
- Soundtrack enhances sci fi fantasy atmosphere
- Story unfolds through rich layered lore
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“Do not buy this game! The launcher is still broken even after 10 years! Some fixes work for some people, for others nothing works. I am one of the unfortunate where everything I try never works. After starting the game from the launcher…”
“Considering how much of a pain it is to make work on PC, I can't recommend it. Overall the game isn't bad and its worth a playthrough, just not this version of the game. FF13 remaster with a proper port on PC one day hopefully.”
People who play it also play: FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2, LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII, FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster
Frequently asked about FINAL FANTASY® XIII
Can I run it?
Does FINAL FANTASY® XIII run on Steam Deck?
FINAL FANTASY® XIII is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does FINAL FANTASY® XIII cost?
FINAL FANTASY® XIII is listed on Steam at 15.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to FINAL FANTASY® XIII?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside FINAL FANTASY® XIII are FINAL FANTASY® XIII-2, LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII, FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remaster.
Who developed FINAL FANTASY® XIII?
FINAL FANTASY® XIII was developed by Square Enix.