All 2023 JRPG Release Dates

Last Updated on January 3, 2024 by Zachary Brictson

The year 2023 has a lot in store for fans of the JRPG genre, from ports and remasters to exciting sequels and new IPs.

UPDATE: The 2024 JRPG release calendar is here!

Feel free to use this page as your go-to JRPG release calendar for 2023. This list is updated on a daily basis, making it the most accurate resource out there for Japanese RPG release dates in North America.

Missed out on JRPGs from previous years? Visit past release calendars to keep your backlog in check:

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Most Anticipated JRPG Releases of 2023

Based on popularity, the most anticipated JRPGs of 2023 include Final Fantasy XVI, Forspoken, and Fire Emblem Engage.

I’m personally looking forward to Ys X: Nordics, Octopath Traveler II, Like a Dragon: Ishin!, and Atelier Ryza 3.

Of course, there will be many other JRPGs releasing in 2023, and I’ve compiled everything confirmed so far, as well as soft confirmations that are likely but still TBD.

Every JRPG Releasing in 2023

January

January always tends to be packed with new JRPG releases, and 2023 is no different.

The big one that’s got a lot of folks talking is Forspoken, which releases on January 24, 2023 for the PS5 and PC. This action JRPG has a similar feel to Final Fantasy XV, and a demo is currently available on the PlayStation Store.

Of course, equally huge is Fire Emblem Engage, which releases January 20, 2023 on the Switch. If you put hundreds of hours into The Three Houses, I feel for you.

One Piece Odyssey, releasing January 12, 2023, also looks to be a sure hit with fans of the long running anime and manga series.

February

Wallets will be hurting early into 2023, as February is shaping up to be a huge month for upcoming JRPGs.

Octopath Traveler II comes to PS5, PS4, and Switch on February 24, 2023. The original did so many things right, so it will be exciting to see how they polish and expand upon the concept!

We also have Like a Dragon: Ishin! releasing on February 21, 2023, which is a remaster of a prior Yakuza game with brawler style combat. It may not be considered a JRPG in that sense, but worth mentioning as the franchise has risen in popularity since Yakuza: Like a Dragon introduced many to the universe with an RPG system rework.

Additionally, we are getting Tales of Symphonia Remastered in February, while it looks like Atelier Ryza 3 was pushed back to March.

March

March 2023 has filled out quite a bit with new JRPG announcements.

We can look forward to The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure, which comes out on March 24, 2023 for PS4, Switch, and PC.

Team Ninja’s new action JRPG, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, releases March 3, 2023. If you enjoyed Nioh, this is probably the action JRPG for you!

After an announced delay, Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key will release March 24, 2023.

April

Spring 2023 has a lot to offer in the way of JRPG ports, remasters, and collections.

Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection releases April 14, 2023 for the PS4, Switch, and PC.

Final Fantasy I-VI pixel remaster bundle will be available digitally on PS4 and Switch on April 19, 2023.

May

May is looking lonely right now, but we’ve got a PS5 port of Ys IX: Monstrum Nox coming to PS5 on May 30, 2023.

A recent announcement reveals that Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 is releasing May 11, 2023 for a variety of platforms, including Game Pass!

June

It’s finally time. Final Fantasy XVI releases June 22, 2023 and will be exclusive to the PS5, at least for a decent period of time.

Loop8: Summer of Gods was originally planned for Spring 2023, but is now releasing June 6, 2023 for the PS4, Switch, Xbox One and PC.

Recently, it was learned that FRONT MISSION 2: Remake has been delayed to an unannounced date (originally planned for June 12).

July

July is looking super cozy with The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie coming out July 7, 2023 for the PS4, Switch, and PC.

Meanwhile, Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg releases July 13, 2023 for the PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC.

August

Sea of Stars is a JRPG inspired indie game releasing August 29, 2023 for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC platforms.

The pixel art environments of Sea of Stars look stunning, and I can’t wait for a classic turn-based experience.

September

Rune Factory 3 Special releases September 5, 2023 on the Switch and PC.

The Legend of Nayuta: Boundless Trails releases September 19, 2023 for PS4, Switch, and PC. This is a spinoff title that requires no prior experience to the series, and I’ve heard nothing but good things about it from Trails fans!

Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster releases September 14, 2023 for the Switch. A physical release is currently not planned for North America.

October

Sword Art Online: Last Recollection releases October 5, 2023 on the Switch and PC.

For those who can’t get enough of tactics games this year, Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless releases October 3, 2023 for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC.

Meanwhile, the Mercenaries Saga strategy JRPG series becomes fully available on Steam on October 12, 2023.

November

The R remakes for the original Star Ocean games continue. Star Ocean: The Second Story R releases on November 2, 2023 on PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC.

And wow, is that really a remake for Super Mario RPG? Looks like it’s coming out on Novemeber 17, 2023 for the Switch!

What other JRPGs will sneak up on us this winter?

December

Dragon Quest Monster: The Dark Prince will release worldwide on Dec 1, 2023 on the Nintendo Switch. Always in the mood for a great monster collector JRPG!

Gnosia, previously released on the Switch, will make its way to PS5, PS4, XS, and X1 on December 14, 2023.

To Be Confirmed

Let’s pray that Ys X: Nordics comes stateside in 2023 (looking doubtful now, sadly). The announcement trailer definitely got Falcom fans excited!

There is still no new information on Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate. Hopefully it makes a big splash in 2024.

As we near the end of 2023, many previously rumored releases will probably be sliding into 2024. Check back to see if any more JRPGs surprise us before the holidays, and stay tuned for the 2024 calendar (now live)!