The Best Classic JRPGs You Can Still Easily Play Today

Remakes and remasters have become standard practice in recent years—Capcom's Resident Evil four remake and Square Enix's Final Fantasy seven Remake trilogy among recent high-profile examples. But per Polygon, not every classic JRPG needs such treatment to remain playable and engaging. Some older role-playing games hold up perfectly well in their original form, and the outlet has compiled a guide to classics that remain accessible and enjoyable decades after their original release, no glow-up required.

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