The role playing genre was a massive success on the early Nintendo consoles bringing to the world titles like Dragon warrior (aka Dragon Quest), Chrono Trigger, Earth Bound, and more. The Nintendo Wii was home to a lot of role-playing games taking advantage of the new and fun controls the console had to offer paving the way for the developers’ creativity, introducing innovative gameplay mechanics that made the genre accessible to newcomers.
Unfortunately, some of these games stayed in the shadows for a very long time, a few were ported and remastered to various consoles later (Xenoblade Chronicles, Little King’s Story, Chocobo Dungeon) leading to gaining greater success and even turning into big franchises.
With so many options to choose from, there is something here for every type of gamer. Today we are blowing the dust off the Wii RPGs library to bring to you our top 15 Wii RPGs of all time.
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 | Super Paper Mario2007 スーパーペーパーマリオ (Sūpā Pēpā Mario) |
| About | |
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| Release Date April 09, 2007 | |
 | Developer Intelligent Systems |
 | Publisher Nintendo |
 | Franchise Mario |
| Genre 2D Platformer | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2007-04-09 |
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| 2007-04-19 |
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| 2007-09-14 |
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Super Paper Mario is an RPG/Platforming game and the third installment in the Paper Mario series. This one took a different approach regarding gameplay compared to the previous games in the series, instead of a turn-based battle system the game is in real-time. The story starts with princess Peach being kidnapped again (I know) by Count Bleck as always Mario comes to the rescue jumping to another dimension with the help of his new friend Tippi Mario needs to find 8 pure hearts to save the situation and stop Count Bleck’s master plan to destroy dimensions.
There are 4 playable characters Mario, Peach, Bowser, and Luigi. You can earn experience points by beating enemies the traditional way while solving various puzzles and revealing secrets by swapping between the 2d world and the 3d one, if you’re into classic 2d platforming games with slight RPGs elements you should definitely pick up Super Paper Mario.
 | Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon2009 フラジール ～さよなら月の廃墟～ (Furajīru: Sayonara Tsuki no Haikyo) |
| About | |
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| Release Date January 22, 2009 | |
 | Developer Tri-Crescendo |
 | Publisher Bandai Namco |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2009-01-22 |
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| 2010-03-16 |
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| 2010-03-19 |
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Fragile Dreams is an action JRPG with the most stunning visuals on the Wii but hopefully, it has more than just looks. You take control of Seto a young boy who travels through a mysterious apocalyptic version of earth in hopes that he finds any survivors. You traverse the ruins fighting off ghosts in a 3rd person perspective, moving with the Wii Nunchuk and pointing/aiming at the ghosts with the Wii mote.
The game controls might be a bit rough around the edges but the game has an amazing story to tell, bringing to the surface topics like isolation, death, and memories. If you’re into action JRPGs with a pinch of awkwardness and mystery this is definitely for you.
 | Pandora's Tower2011 パンドラの塔 君のもとへ帰るまで (Pandora No Tō Kiminomotohe Kaeru Made) |
| About | |
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| Release Date May 26, 2011 | |
 | Developer Ganbarion |
| Publisher Nintendo |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2011-05-26 |
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| 2012-04-13 |
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| 2013-04-16 |
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Pandora’s towers is an action Jrpg with interesting mechanics, you take control of Aeron who’s in search of a cure for his lover Elena who’s been partially transformed into a monster as a result of a curse. As you defeat monsters and masters through your gameplay you need to give Elena their fleshes to eat and reverse her curse.
Aeron’s main weapon is a chain that you can use to tie bind and swing enemies around, the game has multiple endings depending on how you interact with Elena after each battle. If you like action JRPGs with a darker tone then this might be your cup of tea.
 | The Last Story2011 ラストストーリー (Rasuto Sutōrī) |
| About | |
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| Release Date January 27, 2011 | |
| Developer Mistwalker | |
 | Publisher AQ Interactive |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2011-01-27 |
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| 2012-02-24 |
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| 2012-08-14 |
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The Last Story is an action JRPG that was made by the famous Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi. You take control of Zael a young mercenary who is looking for fame and wealth alongside his crew. The combat is in real-time, combining hack n slash with stealth and mild shooting elements.
If you’re willing to overcome some minor flaws in the story-telling and you’re a fan of Mr.Hinobu’s previous works then the last story is definitely worth a try.
 | Arc Rise Fantasia2009 アークライズファンタジア (Āku Raizu Fantajia) |
| About | |
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| Release Date June 04, 2009 | |
 | Developer Imageepoch |
 | Publisher Marvelous |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2009-06-04 |
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| 2010-07-27 |
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Arc Rise Fantasia is a jRPG to the core with classic gameplay and some of a cliché story, but who doesn’t enjoy a cheesy game from time to time. You take control of L’Arc a young mercenary who was sent by the meridian empire to fight a horde of Feldragons, he nearly dies after being knocked out of the ship and exposed to an exploding Feldragon, a mysterious girl named Ryfia appears stopping the blaze.
As the story progress, you’re exposed to multiple twists in the story. Gameplay-wise the combat is a turn-based traditional RPG, If you’re into gameplay more than story and you’re willing to overcome the awful English dub then Arc Rise Fantasia should keep you busy for a long time.
 | Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors2007 ドラゴンクエストソード 仮面の女王と鏡の塔 (Doragon Kuesuto Sōdo Kamen No Joō To Kagami No Tō) |
| About | |
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| Release Date July 12, 2007 | |
 | Developer Genius Sonority |
 | Publisher Square Enix |
 | Franchise Dragon Quest™ |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concepts Dragon, Fantasy, Fantasy Creatures, Medieval | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2007-07-12 |
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| 2008-02-19 |
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| 2008-05-09 |
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Dragon Quest Swords The Masked Queen is a hack n slash first-person action JRPG, the game is a spin-off of the well-known Dragon Quest series. You play as Hero (Optional name) as he turns sixteen, he needs to prove himself in front of his swordmaster by conquering a certain cave and defeating its master, this certain event leads to another opening the story to further incidents.
You play on a first-person perspective hacking your way through enemies using wii motion controls while blocking monsters attack the same way. The game is completely on-rails except when you’re in town, if you can enjoy new ideas and love Akira Toriyama’s art style then this game is definitely worth your time.
 | Fire Emblem™ Radiant Dawn2007 ファイアーエムブレム 暁の女神 (Faiā Emuburemu akatsuki no megami) |
| About | |
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| Release Date February 22, 2007 | |
| Developer Intelligent Systems |
| Publisher Nintendo |
 | Franchise Fire Emblem |
| Genre Tactical RPG | |
| Graphics 3D | |
| Perspective Isometric | |
| Interaction Turn-Based | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2007-02-22 |
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| 2007-11-11 |
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| 2008-03-14 |
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Fire Emblem: Radiant Dawn is a tactical RPG and acts as the tenth game in the well-known Fire Emblem franchise and a direct sequel to Gamecube’s Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance. The game plays just like its predecessor on the GameCube, you control your troops over a square map giving orders to each individual. However, this game is not a piece of cake if you go into it uncarefully you will risk consequences as party members permadeath.
The control is not taking advantage of any motion controls the game support both the Gamecube controller and the classic Wii controller. If you like thinking your way out in challenging situations, you should give fire emblem radiant dawn a chance.
 | Opoona2007 オプーナ (Opūna) |
| About | |
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| Release Date November 01, 2007 | |
 | Developer ArtePiazza |
 | Publisher Koei Tecmo |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Sci-Fi | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2007-11-01 |
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| 2008-03-25 |
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| 2008-12-11 |
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Opoona is a very unique cutesy Sci-Fi JRPG, developed by Artepiazza the team behind several Dragon Quests games, it combines elements of turn-based combat RPG and life simulation games, after an unfortunate space accident Opoona finds himself separated from his family members as he finds what happened to his family Opoona is forced to discover a new planet.
You need to take various jobs and explore several locations to progress through the game, if you’re new to the RPG genre or love a more casual friendly game then this might be your cup of tea.
 | Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo's Dungeon2007 チョコボの不思議なダンジョン 時忘れの迷宮 (Chokobo no Fushigi na Danjon Toki Wasure no Meikyū) |
| About | |
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| Release Date December 13, 2007 | |
 | Developer h.a.n.d |
| Publisher Square Enix |
 | Franchise Final Fantasy |
| Genre Dungeon Crawler | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2007-12-13 |
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| 2008-07-08 |
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| 2008-11-07 |
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Final Fantasy Fables Chocobo’s Dungeon is a roguelike dungeon crawler, unlike most roguelikes this game is a bit on the easy side leaving room for new people to experience the genre for the first time. You take control of Chocobo as he enters residents’ minds to cure their amnesia.
The dungeons are randomly generated and the battle is turn-based, if you’re into roguelike formula mixed with a bit of dungeon crawling then this game might be enjoyable.
 | Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World2008 テイルズ オブ シンフォニア - ラタトスクの騎士 (Teiruzu obu Shinfonia -Ratatosuku no Kishi) |
| About | |
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| Release Date June 26, 2008 | |
 | Developer Namco Tales Studio |
| Publisher Bandai Namco |
 | Franchise Tales of |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2008-06-26 |
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| 2008-11-11 |
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| 2009-11-13 |
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Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World is an action JRPG and a spin-off of the famous Tales Of series as well as the sequel of Tales Of Symphonia. You play as Emil a very cowardly protagonist who is seemingly afraid of everything, he partners up with his friends and goes on an adventure to prevent world destruction, while the story seems a bit of a cliché the gameplay is where the game shines.
The battle system is in real-time, you can go into the menu and assign to your party members different battle strategies, you can also capture monsters you fight and use them as your own the monsters can level up and get various skill sets just like your party members. If you like action RPGs and you want a bit of a forgiving and easy experience as well as a long gameplay length (a lot of backtracking) then this might be your next RPG to play on the Wii.
 | Xenoblade Chronicles™2010 ゼノブレイド (Zenobureido) |
| About | |
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| Release Date June 10, 2010 | |
 | Developer Monolith Soft |
| Publisher Nintendo |
 | Franchise Xeno |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Sci-Fi | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2010-06-10 |
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| 2011-08-19 |
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| 2012-04-06 |
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Xenoblade Chronicles is an open-world action JRPG game and a part of the big Xeno series starting way back on the mighty Ps1, this one was a bit of a surprise by Nintendo as it came’s really late on the console’s life. You take control of Shulk a young scientist who comes into possession of the Monado a mysterious sword with mythical powers, as Shulk discovers more about the sword and meets new companions through his adventure several mysteries and plot twists come in into the surface.
The gameplay is in real-time for the main leader while the other party members are on auto-attack, gameplay is more like a hybrid between action JRPGs and MMO-style combat systems. If you like action JRPGS, a rich deep story with a huge world to explore then Xenoblade Chronicles is definitely worth your time.
 | Dokapon Kingdom2007 ドカポンキングダム (Dokapon Kingudamu) |
| About | |
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| Release Date November 22, 2007 | |
 | Developer Sting |
 | Publisher Examu |
| Genre Board | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players PvP, Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2008-07-31 |
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| 2008-10-14 |
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| 2010-03-26 |
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Dokapon Kingdom is a board game merged with RPGs elements, each player takes turns moving on the board by spinning a wheel that goes from 0 to 6. The combat is done in a turn-based system, the king gives the player objectives to complete while freeing towns from monsters. The story is divided into chapters you can progress through each chapter by completing the objective needed.
If you like party games and RPGs then Dokapon Kingdom is the best hybrid you can find out in the wild, it’s a fun casual, and very entertaining experience check it out!
 | Little King’s Story2009 王様物語 (Ōsama Monogatari) |
| About | |
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| Release Date April 24, 2009 | |
 | Developer Cing |
| Publisher Marvelous |
| Genre RTS | |
| Concept Fantasy | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2009-04-24 |
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| 2009-07-21 |
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| 2009-09-03 |
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Little King’s Story is an RPGs real-time strategy game combined with some life simulation games elements. You play as Crobo a little boy who finds a mysterious crown that gives him the power to charm people into following his orders. The game shares a huge similarity with the Pikmin series, as you take control of citizens to do various jobs for you. You start with a small land as your kingdom and expand through doing various jobs across the kingdom by fighting guardians of the land you can get access to more territory.
Little King’s Story is a great game combining various games genres if you like casual friendly, fun games, and Pikmin like controls then this will keep you busy for a long time.
 | Rune Factory Frontier2008 ルーンファクトリー フロンティア (Rūn Fakutorī Furontia) |
| About | |
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| Release Date November 27, 2008 | |
 | Developer Neverland |
| Publisher Marvelous |
 | Franchise Rune Factory |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concepts Fantasy, Medieval | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2008-11-27 |
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| 2010-04-01 |
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Rune Factory Frontier is a simulation Role-Playing game the game is a part of the Rune Factory series which started as a spin-off of the well know Harvest Moon series. The twist here is instead of just being a farming simulation game which this game is, the game has a lot more to offer such as exploring dungeons and fighting monsters. The combat system is pretty basic you fight in real-time conquering dungeons and building up your character stat the classic way.
If you like games like Harvest Moon and Stardew Valley with some light RPGs elements then this is definitely your next game to play on the Wii.
 | Sakura Wars So Long, My Love2007 サクラ大戦V 〜さらば愛しき人よ〜 (Sakura taisen V 〜 saraba itoshikihitoyo 〜) |
| About | |
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| Release Date July 07, 2007 | |
 | Developer SEGA |
| Publisher SEGA |
| Genre JRPG | |
| Concept Steampunk | |
| Players Single Player | |
| Monetization Buy to Play | |
| Country of Origin Japan |
| Wii Releases | |
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| 2010-03-30 |
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| 2010-04-09 |
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Sakura Wars So Long My Love is a tactical RPG combining elements of TRPGs and Dating Sim’s genre, the game is the fifth installment in the well-known Sakura Wars series. You play as Shinjiro Taiga and his female companions you fight alongside them to stop the main game villain Oda Nobunaga from conquering the world. The gameplay consists of two parts a Visual-Novel mode where you interact with several characters and a turn-based tactical RPGs mech combat mode.
If you like beautiful 2d anime style character design and a very enjoyable story experience with great characters and a pinch of TRPG mech style goodness then Sakura Wars So Long My Love might be your next pick.
