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Games Like Ascension to the Throne

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Fantasy, RPG, Turn-Based Strategy.

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Ascension to the Throne is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements. In a vast fantasy world the hero will have to pass many tests on his way to victory. Enemies seek to stop players from regaining power and taking revenge. Gain new friends to aid you in reclaiming the throne.

Reviews: Very Positive — 90% — of 674 reviews
Released: 2014-04-23
Developer: DVS
Publisher: Fulqrum Publishing
Genres: RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 36 min
Mean playtime: 10.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 46%

Overview

Ascension to the Throne is a distinct hybrid that blends traditional RPG character progression with tactical, turn-based army management in a sprawling fantasy world. These recommendations focus on titles that capture this specific 'hero-led army' dynamic, prioritizing games that balance strategic map exploration with deep, turn-based tactical combat.

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Eschalon: Book I is an old-school role-playing game that will take you across massive outdoor environments and deep into dozens of sprawling dungeons as you seek to uncover the mystery of who you are. It features a tile-built, turn-based game world where the result of absolutely every action is rolled, calculated or statistically...

    Why similar: RPG 49.5%, Turn-Based 44%, Fantasy 5.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  49. #49 Braveland
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 3,217 reviews2014
    Dev: Tortuga Team
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Braveland is a turn-based game inspired by old-school strategies with hexagonal battlefield. You will start as a humble warrior's son whose village was cruelly raided and will end as talented commander of your army.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 51.9%, Strategy 43.2%, Turn-Based 4.1%, Fantasy 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.1%

  50. #50 Songs of Silence
    66% matchVery Positive81% of 2,682 reviews2024
    Dev: Chimera Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.3%, RPG 30.1%, Strategy 26.2%, Fantasy 10.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  51. #51 Planar Conquest
    71% matchMixed62% of 578 reviews2016
    Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Become an all-powerful Sorcerer Lord and lead one of 8 different races to the ultimate victory. Explore multiple planes of existence, raid dungeons, and conquer cities. Expand your armies, cast mighty spells, and summon godly creatures to do your bidding. Fight the enemies in D20 OGL battles.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 33.3%, RPG 24.5%, Strategy 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Fantasy 3.6%

  52. #52 Battle for Wesnoth
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 5,916 reviews2018
    Dev: The Battle for Wesnoth ProjectPub: Wesnoth Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 35.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 27%, Strategy 26.1%, Fantasy 6.7%, RPG 3.9%

  53. #53 Guild of Ascension
    69% matchMostly Positive76% of 59 reviews2021
    Dev: WhileOne ProductionsPub: PID Games
    Windows

    Guild of Ascension is a Tactical-Action-RPG with rogue-lite elements, mixing turn-based combat with real-time action combo system. Craft weapons, learn skills, befriend critters, encounter bizarre creatures, and fight giant Bosses in your Ascension of the Tower!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 46.8%, RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Strategy 14.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  54. #54 Deity Empires
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 340 reviews2018
    Dev: BaileyHausdorff Systems
    Windows

    Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.8%, Strategy 22.6%, RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Fantasy 6.1%

  55. #55 Warrior Kings
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 143 reviews2014
    Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
    Windows

    Restoring the power of a kingdom to its former glory using innate cunning, military might and a fearsome will to win.

    Why similar: Strategy 100%

  56. #56 Tales & Tactics
    65% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,165 reviews2024
    Dev: Table 9 StudioPub: Yogscast Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Roguelike Squad-based Autobattler in a Tabletop RPG setting. Draft your army, carefully equip and position your units, make important choices, and meet a colorful cast of characters as you make ready for the Grand Tournament.

    Why similar: RPG 42.9%, Strategy 40.2%, Fantasy 14.4%, Singleplayer 2.5%

  57. #57 Those Who Rule
    64% matchVery Positive90% of 1,053 reviews2025
    Dev: Eldin Turulja
    Windows

    Join three fresh recruits caught in a web of betrayal as war looms over the land. Lead your band of heroes through tactical turn-based battles, master unique abilities, and forge powerful gear to turn the tide of battle. Will you unravel the conspiracy driving the conflict—or be consumed by it?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.5%, RPG 35.9%, Strategy 27.6%

  58. #58 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 3,237 reviews2008
    Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    For the first time, play as the Orc faction and recruit heroes, build armies and manage cities as you explore and conquer legendary lands. Use tactics, skills and magic to outsmart fantasy armies while developing your heroes and unveiling the dark plot that threatens to tear the world of Ashan apart.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 31.4%, Strategy 30%, Turn-Based Strategy 24%, RPG 7.9%, Fantasy 6.2%

  59. #59 Ash of Gods: Redemption
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,462 reviews2018
    Dev: AurumDust
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 39.7%, RPG 29.3%, Strategy 22.1%, Fantasy 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%

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