We already published the list of best GBA games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best GBA JRPGs of all time.
With amazing titles available, the GBA definitely has a great library of JRPGs.
So, if you’re a fan of both the GBA and JRPGs, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Car Battler Joe
- Release Data: Ancient/Victor Interactive Software, 2002
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
Car Battler Joe is weird and unique, and it may not be right for your tastes.
It may not be the best role-playing game, the best strategy game, or the best action game, but as a mixture of these various styles, it works.
#9. Breath of Fire
- Release Data: Capcom, 2001
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
While it’s not the best-looking or most technically impressive RPG out for the system, Breath of Fire is still a rock-solid game.
Thanks to the faithful translation of the SNES game, the lengthy quest offers a meaty challenge for RPG fans to get sucked into.
#8. Hamtaro: Rainbow Rescue
- Release Data: Graphic Research/Nintendo, 2004
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
AlphaDream was a very strong company that has managed to craft a technically impressive and surprisingly fun GBA game about hamsters.
Now, you tell me how many other developers would even try something like that?
Grab this one if you’re interested in a cute JRPG.
#7. Lunar Legend
- Release Data: Game Arts/Media Rings, 2002
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
There are some unlockable extras that might keep you busy afterward, such as trying to find about 150 different collectible “cards”, representing all the characters and monsters you’ll meet.
So it adds up to a good value, and all in all, Lunar Legend is a fun and engaging role-playing game to play either on the go or wherever.
#6. Final Fantasy V Advance
- Release Data: TOSE/Square Enix, 2006
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
The sign of a classic is when you can approach it years and years after it originally came out and enjoy it because it still plays great.
Final Fantasy V Advance is such a game.
In spite of its humble stature as a Game Boy Advance rerelease of an old game, those who like Japanese role-playing games shouldn’t miss it.
#5. Final Fantasy IV Advance
- Release Data: TOSE/Nintendo, 2005
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
If you were fortunate to have played the game in its heyday, know that there are enough subtle differences in this version to make experiencing the game again feel fresh.
And if you either got into the Final Fantasy games later on in the series, or just haven’t played this game before, don’t miss out on it.
#4. Golden Sun: The Lost Age
- Release Data: Camelot Software Planning/Nintendo, 2003
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
Ultimately, Golden Sun: The Lost Age is an excellent follow-up to the original Golden Sun.
The game makes some solid refinements to the series’ gameplay, features a longer quest, and makes some nice tweaks to the series’ presentation.
Despite the fact that the GBA library has seen some notable entries in the genre, The Lost Age still manages to stand tall.
#3. Golden Sun
- Release Data: Camelot Software Planning/Nintendo, 2001
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
Golden Sun is a fine RPG, perfecting the classic formula whilst introducing unique mechanics of its own.
The setting is interesting, the characters are likable, and the story is gripping.
The first few hours are a slog, to be sure, but role playing adventures were never designed for the impatient.
#2. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga
- Release Data: Alphadream Corporation/Nintendo, 2003
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
In the end, Mario and Luigi: Superstar Saga is an impressive entry in the Mario franchise that is not to be missed.
Strong visuals, a goofy story, rich gameplay, and a lengthy quest all combine to make one of the best experiences on the Game Boy Advance of all time.
#1. Final Fantasy VI Advance
- Release Data: TOSE/Square Enix, 2007
- Genre: Role-Playing » Japanese-Style
Final Fantasy VI Advance is a great addition to the extensive library of Game Boy Advance role-playing games.
In fact, it is the best JRPG for the GBA.
Whether you’ve played it before or are just curious about how the series has evolved over the years, Final Fantasy VI is a classic game that shouldn’t be missed.
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Deciding which GBA JRPG is the best is no doubt a never ending topic, but it’s fun to do!
