- #1 Defend Them !
67% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Butter Fly Games
Windows
Defend Them ! is a fictionally ironic tower defense game about killing enemies and defending human infrastructure.
Why similar: RPG 31.2%, Strategy 30.7%, Action 16.2%, Indie 12.5%, Tower Defense 9.4%
- #2 Eidetus
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Expletive Studios
Windows
Remember Your Power
Why similar: RPG 39.8%, Strategy 38.5%, Action 21.7%
- #3 Fading of Zarya 7
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SiBear Games
Windows
About the Game Rare chemical materials have been found on a newly discovered planet – Tesaur, far into space. He who controls these resources will make a great leap in energy and economic areas for humanity.
Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Strategy 33.1%, Action 18.4%, Indie 14.2%
- #4 星辰大海
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Abyss Studio
Windows
《The Galaxy》是一款以塔防为核心玩法的游戏。在游戏中,玩家将扮演一位能够在宇宙中“看到”航道的探星舰船长,体验和一众美少女船员探索星空,并和各种各样的宇宙生物战斗的故事。
Why similar: RPG 29.4%, Strategy 25.9%, Tower Defense 23.1%, Real Time Tactics 18.2%, Indie 3.5%
- #5 Soul Tech: Millennium
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Must Imagine Entertainment
Windows
Inspired by the likes of MechWarrior, Armored Core, Pacific Rim, and more... With unique combat mechanics and engaging story-driven campaign, Soul Tech is not your average Mecha.
Why similar: RPG 35.4%, Strategy 32.6%, Action 18.1%, Indie 13.9%
- #6 Star Fighters
59% matchNo user reviews2040
Dev: Orakga
Windows · Mac · Linux
Star Fighters is a fully cross-platform shooter RPG where you can hunt down other players' spaceships or AI bots, either by yourself or as a team with your friends.
Why similar: RPG 34.8%, Strategy 33.7%, Action 17.8%, Indie 13.7%
- #7 Forged
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Martov CoPub: Martov Co
Windows
Forged is a PvP and PvE arena battler. With diverse influences ranging from Clash Royale and Warcraft 3 to Slay the Spire and Returnal Forged offers players short fast paced 5 minute matches against their friends, or against different bot heroes. Play in VR or desktop with native cross play.
Why similar: RPG 38.3%, Strategy 37%, Action 19.6%, Indie 5%
- #8 Legend of Towercraft
66% matchMixed70% of 96 reviews2020
Dev: Martin Bartsch
Windows
'Legend of Towercraft' is a Free-to-Play Tower Defense/ARPG which has NO Pay-to-Win elements. The world is in ruins and as the Guardian of your community below the mountain, you have the task to rebuild your town and protect it from the growing corruption.
Why similar: Strategy 34.9%, RPG 34%, Tower Defense 17.3%, Indie 13.9%
- #9 夜之归途 Night Homing
67% matchMixed61% of 46 reviews2019
Dev: 凌晨两点
Windows
扮演小魔女寻找回家的路,在路途中结识到各个种族的萌萌哒的使魔,召唤使魔替小魔女迎击阻挠前进的敌人吧!
Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Strategy 34.8%, Tower Defense 15.8%, Indie 14.2%
- #10 Miner Lou
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 87 reviews2019
Dev: Fuzzy Code Studio LLC
Windows
Mine and combine gems for your defenses. Play Arcade Mode and accompany Lou on a journey to save the Star Babies.
Why similar: Strategy 33.7%, RPG 28.7%, Tower Defense 24.2%, Indie 13.4%
- #11 Brutal Scales
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Missiles are Magic
Windows
Tactics Role Playing Game where you and your friends fight for control of your school.
Why similar: RPG 42.4%, Strategy 40.9%, Indie 16.7%
- #12 Seven Sins - Academic Version
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: much2pro4youPub: MediaCube Games
Windows
Seven Sins is a 4-6 player online multiplayer game, in which you and your teammates have to work together in order to survive - but beware! Everyone could be stained with one of the seven sins or decide to betray the group and follow their own goals...
Why similar: RPG 42.4%, Strategy 40.9%, Indie 16.7%
- #13 Pixel Force 像素特攻队
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gemini Stars Games
Windows
“Pixel Force” is the fourth work of TSM series. This work adopts a new way of turn-based game. I believe it will bring you a fresh world. ·New Sandbox world ·Collect materials and synthesize equipment ·Optional battlefield
Why similar: RPG 42.2%, Strategy 40.8%, Indie 16.9%
- #14 净土英雄 - Heroes of Pure land
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cloudmoon Studios
Windows
“Heroes of Pure land” is an independent game that integrates strategy, cultivation and moba-like gameplay.Players need to collect all kinds of skills, and then through the battlefield, challenge the BOSS, one-on-one hit, martial arts conference and other ways to cultivate the characteristics of the hero, unify the last pure land.
Why similar: RPG 41.6%, Strategy 41.5%, Indie 16.9%
- #15 Mistress of Maids
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: YDKR
Windows
Turn-based, but fast-paced, roguelike-game when you do not need to think over each turn and count the HP. If you see the weak - kill him! And if you see a strong man - run away, or think how to defeat him and earn experience and money.
Why similar: RPG 43.4%, Strategy 40.2%, Indie 16.4%
- #16 Capsize
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OctoBeet Studio
Windows
Capsize is a rogue-like, deck-building, single player adventure. Build your pirate crew, stealing crew members from the other factions and promote them to unlock new powers. All in comic hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Strategy 42%, RPG 40.8%, Indie 17.1%
- #17 Arcane Legacy
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wisdom Games
Windows
Arcane Legacy: Turn-Based Fantasy Tactical Game This is Lodmor, the land of the Fathers, the Empire's Core. To help maintaining the peace, the emperor has established the Judgement of the arcanium, where Champions selected by the Great Houses – the Archmages – battle against each other.
Why similar: Strategy 42.4%, RPG 41.9%, Indie 15.7%
- #18 For Inco
66% matchMixed65% of 57 reviews2019
Dev: MoonlightGames
Windows
This is a RPG game that grows through killing monsters to raise levels and create various items.
Why similar: RPG 34.6%, Strategy 31.8%, Action 19.4%, Indie 14.3%
- #19 Neonoen
57% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rabbit - Pajama Monkey GamesPub: Rabbit
Windows
Solve an array of mind (and light) bending puzzles and engage in strategic, action-filled combat with several epic neon guardians to move forward through the labyrinth of Neonorn, all in an effort to try to save the world from eternal darkness.
Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Strategy 33.1%, Action 18.7%, Indie 14%
- #20 Soulcaster: Part I & II
67% matchVery Positive86% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: MagicalTimeBean
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Take control of a squadron of epic summons in this unique take on dungeon crawling!
Why similar: Strategy 32.4%, Tower Defense 21.1%, Action 17.1%, Real Time Tactics 15.8%, Indie 13.6%
- #21 Magic Tower
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 40 reviews2017
Dev: 夕
Windows
Inspired by RPG map in "Warcraft III" , the core gameplay is plunder resources from enemies. This game is not only a simple thief, but also a test of the collocation between the various defensive towers, as well as a balance between the defense tower injury and the enemy's blood volume.
Why similar: Strategy 32.5%, RPG 30.4%, Tower Defense 24.4%, Indie 12.6%
- #22 Glory Warrior : Lord of Darkness
56% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HGames-ArtWorks
Windows · Mac · Linux
After centuries of peace, the world has been thrown into darkness and chaos. The dead have risen to reclaim the realm for themselves. The Lord of Darkness plans to destroy your kingdom and cast the world into an infernal apocalypse
Why similar: RPG 36.2%, Strategy 30.6%, Action 20.1%, Indie 13.1%
- #23 异界仙踪Immortal Sword
56% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: tyxz
Windows
Immortal Sword is a strategy and role-playing game that combines tower defense, tower pushing, and lightweight rouge. You will defeat various strong enemies in the world of swords and magic, gradually regaining your power.
Why similar: Strategy 25.9%, RPG 23.5%, Tower Defense 19.3%, Real Time Tactics 14.3%, RTS 14.2%
- #24 炽焰帝国:十字军东征
56% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BluesidePub: FHYX(凤凰游戏)
Windows
《炽焰帝国:十字军东征》Kingdom Under Fire The Crusaders是一款结合了动作与策略的经典游戏,以中古幻想为背景,玩家将展开颇具震撼的大规模战斗,现在官方中文高清版正式登陆PC平台。
Why similar: RPG 34.9%, Strategy 34.5%, Action 18.3%, RTS 12.3%
- #25 Witchcraft
66% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2018
Dev: Silky Smooth Studio
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
In Witchcraft you will be able to create your own character configuration and fight against your friends, or AI, in 1vs.1 or 2vs.2 battles. The way you customize your character and the way you manage yourself in the battlefield, will have huge consequences in leading you to victory or defeat.
Why similar: Strategy 34.7%, RPG 32.5%, Action 19.2%, Indie 13.5%
- #26 Sentinels of Freedom
63% matchMostly Positive75% of 263 reviews2020
Dev: Underbite Games
Windows
Prepare for a story-driven campaign within the Sentinel Comics universe as you join forces with an ever-growing team to face a wide variety of villains. Create your hero, gather your team, and save the world in this exciting new turn-based strategy!
Why similar: Superhero 34.1% ★, RPG 22.8%, Strategy 22.1%, Action 11.7%, Indie 9.3%
- #27 The Cleansing - Versus
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 17 reviews2017
Dev: Grindstone Interactive
Windows
The Cleansing - Versus is a competitive, real time tactic, PvP game with RPG elements, set in a feudal dystopian future. You take control of a party of heroes and go to battle. Raise your banner over captured territories to gain capture points and resources.
Why similar: Strategy 33.9%, RPG 33.4%, Action 18.8%, Indie 13.8%
- #28 Art of Guile
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Unphysical Machinery
Windows
Customize your units as they level up according to your needs. Suppress, scare and surround your enemy. Use terrain to your advantage. Exploit their weaknesses. Diminish your foes and bring dominance to the battlefield!
Why similar: Strategy 34.8%, RPG 30.9%, Action 20.2%, Indie 14.2%
- #29 Cybernetica
64% matchNegative10% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Kedexa
Windows
Cybernetica is a tower defense game. The player’s task is to destroy the enemies with the help of buildings before they cross the base. With the help of 7 towers you need to cope with 50 waves of enemies. Each tower has its own characteristics and cost.
Why similar: Strategy 26.3%, RPG 25.4%, Tower Defense 23.8%, Action 13.4%, Indie 11.1%
- #30 Emberrush
59% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: SoomkaGames
Windows
Immerse yourself in a fabulous atmosphere in Emberrush! You have to fight off waves of enemies that are heading towards your settlement.
Why similar: Strategy 32.5%, Tower Defense 25.5%, Real Time Tactics 21.8%, Action 15.6%, Indie 4.6%
- #31 Solmec: Colony Adrift
66% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Octopus 8 Studios
Windows
Solmec: Colony Adrift is a turn-based tactical RPG that follows a civilisation seeking refuge on the Ankazil: colossal space-faring beasts. Lead a party of warriors across a procedurally-generated overworld; gathering resources to upgrade, encountering other inhabitants and confronting the advancing Rot.
Why similar: Strategy 35.1%, RPG 33%, Action 17.7%, Indie 14.3%
- #32 Badland Envoys
54% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brave New GamesPub: ARP Games
Windows
Become a Badland Envoy. Gather your crew, arm your rides, and travers the desolated wastelands filled with danger, high octane destruction, and fast paced chases. Manage expeditions in tactical mode or take direct control over the action.
Why similar: RPG 34.1%, Strategy 32.6%, Action 17.5%, Indie 13.3%, Real Time Tactics 2.4%
- #33 Battle Buddies VR
54% matchNo user reviews
Dev: C5A
Windows
Battle Buddies is a local co-op Tower defence and VR first person shooter in one.
Why similar: Strategy 34.8%, RPG 30.9%, Action 20.2%, Indie 14.2%
- #34 Birth of Shadows®
66% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2015
Dev: Precision Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Play as a Shadow Knight with unique rage mechanics. Campaign and Co-op multiplayer. Create new content with powerful map editor.
Why similar: RPG 35.2%, Strategy 32.9%, Action 18%, Indie 13.9%
- #35 Blackout!!
60% matchMixed54% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Sun StudiosPub: EVAD
Windows
Blackout!! is a Tower Defence Action-RPG where you must defend the land of Suwemba from the evil Olrinds! Select one of two heroes to fight back wave after wave of enemies by summoning defences while participating in the action-packed combat!
Why similar: Tower Defense 19.8%, RPG 17.1%, RTS 16.5%, Strategy 16.1%, Real Time Tactics 15.5%
- #36 The Mirror's End
54% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nexent Games
Windows
The Mirror's End is an exploration-focused, top-down adventure with action elements. It combines a visually appealing low-poly aesthetic, sophisticated style, and retro gaming influences. Dive into immersive worlds, craft to your heart's content, and enjoy an engaging gameplay experience.
Why similar: Strategy 34.3%, Action 19.3%, Real Time Tactics 18.4%, Indie 14.9%, RPG 13%
- #37 Order Of The Gatekeepers
61% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2020
Dev: TimeSink Inc.
Windows
Online Co-Operative Tower Defense with endless build options and a heavy focus on rewarding creative strategies. With so many Levels, Towers, Abilities, Items, & Builder Specialties every match can be a different experience!
Why similar: Strategy 26.9%, RPG 25%, Tower Defense 22.6%, Action 14.5%, Indie 11%
- #38 Chrysalis
53% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OWLandFOX
Windows · Mac · Linux
A journey of a lifetime...and beyond!Chrysalis follows the quest of Comet - a warrior monkey descended from the stars on a mission to save his ethereal mother who has become cocooned at the centre of the earth by the one known only as the mysterious 'Long Shadow'.
Why similar: RPG 34%, Strategy 32.8%, Action 19.1%, Indie 14.1%
- #39 Gods of the Fallen Land
63% matchVery Positive82% of 119 reviews2017
Dev: Crow's Key Studios
Windows
Gods of the Fallen Land is an action-strategy game centered around base building and villager management. Take on the role of a leader trying to rebuild humanity in a broken and dangerous world. Lead your followers into battle and make strategic decisions on what to develop and build to survive.
Why similar: Strategy 29.8%, RPG 27.3%, RTS 16%, Action 15.8%, Indie 11.1%
- #40 The Cursed Village TD
53% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MD GamesPub: Next in Game
Windows
A dark curse threatens your village! Harness magical powers to build strategic defense towers and battle restless spirits from an ancient civilization. Strengthen your defenses with powerful towers, rune stones, and magic spells. Act now to halt the curse!
Why similar: Strategy 27%, Tower Defense 24.3%, Real Time Tactics 21%, Action 15.6%, Magic 8.5%
- #41 The Bubblebound Realm
53% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Diamu
Windows
A ghostly invasion forces the villagers into the unknown. Hunger and fear eat away at their last hope. As a Bubble Engineer, you return to the danger zone to recover lost ancient tech and protect them. But… where did these ghosts really come from?
Why similar: RPG 27.7%, Tower Defense 22.5%, RTS 21.1%, Real Time Tactics 18%, Strategy 7.7%
- #42 Furs of Fury
59% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Your Infamous HarpPub: Your Infamous
Windows · Mac
Creatures of the forest, unite! Rats run amok across the countryside. Demonic creeps roam the barren fields of our once lush woodland. The most peaceful of beasts are now brimming with FURY! The future of every beast is in your paws. Are you friend? Or are you fur?
Why similar: Strategy 34.6%, RPG 33.5%, Action 18.3%, Indie 13.6%
- #43 WizardCraft
64% matchMostly Positive71% of 34 reviews2016
Dev: David Mccue
Windows
WizardCraft is a retro style RTS game featuring a multitude of game modes, including; missions, skirmish and battle modes as well as a fully-fledged editor allowing you to create your own maps.
Why similar: Strategy 34.5%, RPG 31.6%, RTS 19.9%, Indie 14.1%
- #44 Dragon City
52% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TWOODY PRODUCTIONS
Windows
You probably aren't tough enough to play this game better move along.
Why similar: RPG 34.8%, Strategy 31.9%, Action 19.6%, Indie 13.7%
- #45 Portal Protectors
52% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Andrew Warrichaiet
Windows
Take the journey of the Portal Protector as you defend the portals to the divine realm from evil. Use strategy and skill to aid you in your defense against evil using magic, sword skills, and defensive towers. For you are the Portal Protector!
Why similar: Tower Defense 24.2%, Real Time Tactics 20.9%, Strategy 18.2%, Action 16.5%, RPG 9.2%
- #46 Kingdom vs Zombies
61% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Adam Cs
Windows · Mac
Build a flourishing empire, equip powerful armors and improve your character!
Why similar: RPG 38.7%, Strategy 37.4%, Indie 15.3%, Tower Defense 8.6%
- #47 Hulala Baby
52% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NN GAME
Windows
Hulala Baby, is a leisure game. It tells the story of the heroine's growth from childhood to adulthood. During her growth, she met many interesting people and things.
Why similar: RPG 38.3%, Strategy 32%, Action 16%, Indie 13.7%
- #48 Stronghold Defender
51% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devotıon Labs
Windows
Defend your castle against relentless waves of enemies! Gather resources, recruit powerful units, and unleash devastating abilities to hold the line. With multiple tower types, deep skill trees, and ever-growing hordes, every battle pushes your defenses to the limit.
Why similar: Strategy 30.7%, RPG 27.4%, Action 14.7%, RTS 14.5%, Tower Defense 12.7%
- #49 Blasted Road Terror
61% matchVery Positive82% of 94 reviews2018
Dev: Tryzna83
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Blasted Road Terror is real-time tactical looter in post apocalyptic setting. Command mighty warcrawler and manage squadron of vehicles in order to get unseen riches of the world and reach immortal glory.
Why similar: Strategy 34.9%, RPG 31.6%, Action 19.2%, Indie 14.2%
- #50 Eternal 4 Rounds
51% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Birch Juice
Windows
Eternal 4 Rounds isn't just a game. It's a struggle for glory! Each round presents a new challenge, new strategies, and new victories. Feel like a true commander and taste glory!
Why similar: Strategy 26.3%, Tower Defense 24.7%, Real Time Tactics 20.3%, RTS 20.2%, Magic 5.5%
- #51 Gates to Terra II
60% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: SeasonQuest
Windows
Simple, fast-pased multiplayer SRPG
Why similar: RPG 39.8%, Strategy 38.5%, Action 21.7%
- #52 DoomAI
60% matchVery Positive83% of 59 reviews2019
Dev: ZNY
Windows
Kind of DOTA game, experience the adventure experience of ai zi and hu together during the game. If you are a fan of casual games, then you must not miss.
Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Strategy 33.1%, Action 19.2%, Indie 13.5%
- #53 Masters of Anima
60% matchMostly Positive79% of 417 reviews2018
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Delve into an original adventure and defy the forces of evil in strategic, action-packed battles. Summon and control large armies of up to 100 Guardians thanks to intuitive and innovative gameplay and make quick tactical decisions to prevail.
Why similar: Strategy 32.6%, RPG 28.3%, RTS 19.7%, Action 19.4%
- #54 Fortified Swiss
61% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Rat Wrath Studios
Windows · Mac
Fortified Swiss is an immersive RPG tower defense experience featuring a grand campaign that spans across the continent of Fromage. Vast hordes of mice have invaded due to the Mouse King's insatiable desire to hoard the most artisan of cheeses.
Why similar: Strategy 31.7%, RPG 31.7%, Action 18.4%, Tower Defense 18.2%
- #55 The Afterwoods
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shiny Moss Studios
Windows
In this VR first person RPG, a young mage embarks on a perilous journey to gather friendly familiars, find lost magic, and learn the secrets of the dark woods to defeat a dangerous nemesis who has taken the realm.
Why similar: RPG 36%, Strategy 31.3%, Action 18.4%, Indie 14.2%
- #56 Voxel Crusade
59% matchPositive80% of 25 reviews2020
Dev: GamingPugsStudios
Windows
RTS and RPG in one game! Build your castle and see it from the view of your villagers. Design your character - build and defend your castle - get an army - fight back
Why similar: Strategy 35.6%, RPG 34.5%, Real Time Tactics 15.4%, Indie 14.5%
- #57 AboJam
48% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: 뮤탈Pub: ExP (Hongik Univ.)
Windows
Manage your own farm in a turn-based defense game, and fend off swarming gangs with avocado towers you've grown yourself.
Why similar: Strategy 29.4%, Tower Defense 24.2%, RTS 22.3%, Real Time Tactics 20.1%, Indie 3.9%
- #58 Valkyrie's Arrow | 瓦尔基丽的箭
59% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: OlinkiPub: linkflag
Windows
This is an indie game that tests your skill selection and matching strategies. You can use the fragmented time to quickly enjoy the game, thereby releasing work and study stress. . . Ollie gives !!!!!
Why similar: Strategy 35.7%, RPG 31.1%, Action 18.7%, Indie 14.4%