- #1 Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord GOLD
98% matchMostly Positive79% of 338 reviews2015
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Play as either Bel'Kara, a seductive Succubus at odds with the Underworld, or Katzok, a brutal Orc Chieftan fighting for his clan's dominance. The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy (full of humour!) that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based 13.2%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, Tabletop 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%
- #2 Blackguards 2
91% matchMixed67% of 1,249 reviews2015
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Blackguards 2 is a turn-based strategy-RPG and will deliver challenging hexfield battles and a gritty story filled with violence and crime. - Includes bonus content: Soundtrack, digital Art Book and Strategy Guide Book!
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.8%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%, RPG 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%
- #3 Age of Fear 5: The Day of the Rat
85% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as Indulf, a Black Knight in the Undead Legion with ambitions to build an empire of his own. Alongside the young Witch Lexa, set out on a lawless quest to plunder the realm. Age of Fear is a complex turn-based strategy series (full of jokes!) that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Tabletop 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%
- #4 Warbanners
85% matchMostly Positive71% of 602 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based 16.6%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #5 Age of Fear: Total
83% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2023
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
This rich fantasy world loved by fans for its deep tactics and epic stories is due to become that much larger once the upcoming Ratmen enter the fold, bringing with it a brand new, meaty mainline quest for fans to battle through. But like any good adventure, it's never really over!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.3%, Strategy RPG 14%, Tabletop 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%
- #6 Satisfactory
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 264,678 reviews2024
Dev: Coffee Stain StudiosPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows
Median: 31.7 hrsMean: 108.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Satisfactory is a first-person open-world factory building game with a dash of exploration and combat. Play alone or with friends, explore an alien planet, create multi-story factories, and enter conveyor belt heaven!
Why similar: Open World 77.8%, Strategy 14.6%, Adventure 7.5%
- #7 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
79% matchVery Positive92% of 180 reviews2017
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Play as either Nairi, an imprisoned Dryad fighting for her freedom, or Gilrock, a drunken Dwarven Lord on a quest to restore his family's honour (or just to kick some arse!). The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.8%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Tabletop 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
- #8 The Elder Scrolls® Online
78% matchVery Positive81% of 158,933 reviews2017
Dev: ZeniMax Online StudiosPub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows · Mac
Median: 17.8 hrsMean: 175.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.
Why similar: Open World 38.3%, RPG 24.6%, Fantasy 19.9%, Story Rich 9.6%, Adventure 7.7%
- #9 Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion
80% matchMixed64% of 104 reviews2015
Dev: Witching Hour StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion is a turn-based wargame, where strategic troop placement is essential to succeed, but this is just one of the many choices you will face while fighting your way through your many battles!
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, RPG 11.7%
- #10 Tyrant's Twilight
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Caio Ramaglio
Windows
Tyrant's Twilight is a Strategy RPG with an Action twist! Command allies across the battlefield in turn-based tactical gameplay, but be prepared to get your hands dirty as you slash, shoot, pierce and cast spells in real time action combat.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.6%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #11 Blackguards
76% matchMixed62% of 3,849 reviews2014
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37%, RPG 11%, Tactical 10.2%, Tactical RPG 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%
- #12 Age of Fear: The Free World
75% matchVery Positive83% of 409 reviews2019
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Age of Fear: The Free World is an introduction to a decade-old turn-based strategy series that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements. Choose your faction (Undead Legion, Human Kingdom or Greenskins Horde), build a unique army and embark on exploring the realm!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Tabletop 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%
- #13 Planar Conquest
74% matchMixed62% of 574 reviews2016
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 40%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.1%, Strategy 15.3%, RPG 14.7%, Fantasy 5.9%
- #14 1953: NATO vs Warsaw Pact
69% matchMixed48% of 179 reviews2025
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Cold War turns hot in 1953: massive hex strategy with nukes, supply, and sabotage.
Why similar: Turn-Based 43.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.3%, Top-Down 12%, Strategy 11.2%, 2D 4.9%
- #15 Diablo® IV
67% matchMixed64% of 66,607 reviews2023
Dev: Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Windows
Median: 45.6 hrsMean: 113.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36%, RPG 33.4%, Fantasy 17%, Story Rich 13.6%
- #16 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
69% matchVery Positive84% of 669 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Old School 27.3%, RPG 21.9%, Strategy 17.7%, Fantasy 17.7%, Retro 11.2%
- #17 Powers Downtown
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Masaharu Studio
Windows
Powers Downtown is a turn-based combat RPG that features a unique fighting system. Your objective is to roam the rooftops of the city, battle enemies of varying abilities and gain experience when defeating enemies. Search for strong fighters to recruit and build a formidable team.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Tactical RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%
- #18 The Last Spell
66% matchVery Positive92% of 12,688 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 15.8%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #19 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
67% matchVery Positive88% of 6,237 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based 11.6%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%
- #20 Worlds of Magic
70% matchMixed50% of 586 reviews2015
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Worlds of Magic is a 4X turn-based strategy game. Players can explore and conquer an almost limitless number of procedurally generated universes, using military and magical power to overcome their foes. Found cities, raise armies, research and cast spells, hire powerful heroes, and create powerful magical artifacts.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Strategy 17.7%, RPG 11.9%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #21 Legends of Eisenwald
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,821 reviews2015
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Turn-Based 23.6%, Strategy RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #22 The Forest of Doom (Standalone)
68% matchVery Positive81% of 303 reviews2014
Dev: Tin Man Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
YOU are the hero in Forest of Doom! Explore the sinister Darkwood Forest in the digital Fighting Fantasy Standalone version of Ian Livingstone's classic RPG gamebook!
Why similar: RPG 74.3%, Adventure 25.7%
- #23 DOOM Eternal
65% matchVery Positive91% of 213,322 reviews2020
Dev: id SoftwarePub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.
Why similar: Story Rich 75.2%, Adventure 24.8%
- #24 Tactics V: "Obsidian Brigade"
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2019
Dev: From Nothing Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tactics V: "Obsidian Brigade" is a retro-style tactical turn-based video game in homage to console tactical RPGs from the 1990s.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.6%, Tactical RPG 18.8%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, RPG 8.5%
- #25 Guile & Glory: Firstborn
66% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Elston Studios
Windows
Make the battlefield your weapon to vanquish monstrous foes in turn-based, tactical combat. Explore the mysterious Drowned Lands in a tale of heroic fantasy inspired by the arcade classics of old.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Strategy RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%
- #26 Shadow Spell Saga: The Winds of Fate
65% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Evan C Weber
Windows
A tactical RPG set in an original fantasy world. Driven by story, characters, and nostalgic strategy gameplay. 26 chapters, 40+ playable characters, and dozens of secrets to discover.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20%, Strategy RPG 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, RPG 8.9%
- #27 Expeditions: Conquistador
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,596 reviews2013
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Conquer the New world: In the 16th Century, Spanish explorers and soldiers reached the shores of America. The search for gold, fame, and adventure drove these travelers into a treacherous wilderness where they faced hunger, disease, and dangerous predators. In their wake, the Aztec Empires lay in ruins.
Why similar: Turn-Based 40.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, RPG 12.9%, Strategy 9.7%, Tactical 8.4%
- #28 逆战勇士团
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZhengKesheng
Windows
As a soul awakened in chaos, lead 17 heroes to revolt against the Dragon Empire. This SRPG blends tactics with Diablo-style loot. Conquer 31 battles, collect "Black Gold" gear, and break level limits. Every choice you make writes the final chapter of this epic redemption!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Turn-Based 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #29 Eisenwald: Blood of November
68% matchMixed52% of 180 reviews2016
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Eisenwald: Blood of November is a new sandbox adventure in the world of Eisenwald. Take up your arms and fight for your cause (and find out first who or what you want to be fighting for).
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.6%, Strategy RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, Tactical 9.1%
- #30 Protostar Twilight
64% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Tactical ElysiumPub: holo Indie
Windows
Protostar twilight is a fan-made HoloStars EN SRPG. This game includes art entirely made by our extremely talented team, enticing battles, a completely original story, music, and items. This game is available to play only on Windows.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.8%, Strategy RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%
- #31 The Banner Saga
65% matchVery Positive89% of 15,837 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Tactical 9.2%, RPG 8.8%
- #32 Legion Tale
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Maulidan Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Take part in the story set in Agia, a continent inflicted with conflicts between two races. Join Alan, a young man from Scarleta who lead a small legion of warriors, to take over the reign of Dark Lord. Find the true reason behind the conquest for Agia in this tactical turn-based game.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.2%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #33 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
63% matchVery Positive82% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Lipsar Studio
Windows
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Tactical 9.1%
- #34 Fernageddon
64% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
Do you like to burn things? We do! A combat turn-based RPG / strategy game. About burning down the world... New - Play in Heretic mode and fight a sandbox style fight against the forces of fire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.9%, Strategy RPG 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
- #35 Personality Imprint
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 有个朋友工作室
Windows
In a post-apocalyptic world ruled by "The Chosen," a squad marked by Personality Imprint marches toward the edge of the world in rebellion.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 22.8%, Tactical RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Strategy 7.4%
- #36 Warlock 2: The Exiled
66% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,292 reviews2014
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Warlock 2 is a turn-based strategy game of fantasy warfare. Rival against Great Mages, lead mighty armies into fierce battles, wield ancient magic and faith as your weapons.
Why similar: Turn-Based 44.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.6%, Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 11.2%, RPG 1.5%
- #37 Legend of Zero
65% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Yunkai
Windows
This is the next installment of Legend of Cina, it's a bit more simple and hopefully you will like it.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.1%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%
- #38 The Three Kingdoms: The Tales of Jian An
62% matchVery Positive92% of 825 reviews2025
Dev: 开翼网络
Windows
This is a historical strategy game set in the Three Kingdoms era, told from Liu Bei's perspective. It covers the Yellow Turban Rebellion to early Three Kingdoms. Featuring classic turn-based gameplay, it reinterprets historical events, offering both engaging battles and rich cultural insights.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.9%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #39 Champions Tactics Reforged
64% matchMixed48% of 286 reviews2025
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Champions Tactics REFORGED is a turn-based strategy game where players command squads of mystical figurines in tactical PvP battles. Forge unique Champions, master deep strategy, and outsmart rivals in intense duels. Shape your legend in the dark and mysterious world of Grimoria.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19%, Strategy RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%
- #40 Braveland Wizard
65% matchMostly Positive79% of 497 reviews2014
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Braveland Wizard - old school turn-based strategy game is back! The graduate of the Academy of Magic is ready for new adventures.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.5%, Tactical RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Tactical 7%
- #41 Appointment with FEAR (Standalone)
66% matchMixed57% of 106 reviews2014
Dev: Tin Man Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
YOU are Titan City's resident superhero in this interactive graphic novel! Fight crime and solve clues to discover FEAR's fiendish plot!
Why similar: Adventure 100%
- #42 Runerock Arena
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Areena Games
Windows · Linux
Forge a lasting dynasty across a Gladiator League of Runerock in this turn-based strategy game with RPG aspects. Hire your team, outfit them with equipment and spells, then lead them into tactical combat. Guide careers from raw recruits to seasoned legends, training new successors for arena glory.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.5%, Tactical RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
- #43 GeneWars
63% matchPositive100% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: Maker製造機Pub: RMAsia
Windows · Mac · Linux
Gene Wars is a WarSong(Langrisser) like turn-based game . You will lead the army of cells to fight for the jihad of creating life. Train soldiers and characters, master the combat between arms and defeat the enemy on the battlefield!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.1%, Tactical RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%
- #44 DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR'S CUT
62% matchVery Positive92% of 60,707 reviews2022
Dev: KOJIMA PRODUCTIONSPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?
Why similar: Open World 57.4%, Story Rich 34.2%, Adventure 8.4%
- #45 An Assassin in Orlandes
65% matchVery Positive82% of 93 reviews2015
Dev: Tin Man Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Search for a ruthless assassin in this Gamebook Adventure where YOU control the story!
Why similar: RPG 72.6%, Adventure 27.4%
- #46 Age of Fear 4: The Iron Killer
64% matchPositive84% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as Angela, a fearless young Vampire Hunter on the trail of a brutal murderer. Along with the mysterious Nazell, embark on an epic quest into the heart of the criminal underworld. Age of Fear is a complex turn-based strategy series (full of jokes) that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.8%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Tabletop 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
- #47 Thea: The Awakening
64% matchVery Positive88% of 3,754 reviews2015
Dev: MuHa Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Thea: The Awakening is a turn-based strategic survival game inspired by the Slavic mythology and set in a procedural dark fantasy world infused with non-linear story and unique combat system.
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Strategy 11.3%, RPG 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
- #48 Dead State: Reanimated
65% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,543 reviews2014
Dev: DoubleBear Productions
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Dead State is a narrative-driven survival RPG set at the dawn of the undead apocalypse. Drawing inspiration from classic RPGs like Fallout, X-Com, and Suikoden, Dead State combines strategic, turn-based combat with base building mechanics, character creation, and social management.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.5%, Zombies 30.3%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%
- #49 Pathway
64% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,234 reviews2019
Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based 15.4%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #50 The Age of Decadence
64% matchVery Positive82% of 3,941 reviews2015
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic, post-apocalyptic fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #51 Caverns of the Snow Witch (Standalone)
65% matchMostly Positive79% of 42 reviews2015
Dev: Tin Man Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%
YOU are the hero in Caverns of the Snow Witch! Triumph agains the villainous Snow Witch in Ian Livingstone's Fighting Fantasy classic RPG gamebook!
Why similar: RPG 74.8%, Adventure 25.2%
- #52 Boardquest: Tales of Liria
62% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Ramezware SL
Windows · Mac
Lead Orcs, Humans, Elves, or Demons toward victory over Liria in this turn-based strategy for 1-4 players. Advance your skills, wield powerful weapons, and form alliances to defeat your foes. Bring peace over Liria with the solo campaign or face your friends in a local or online multiplayer.
Why similar: Tabletop 14.8%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based 12.7%, Tactical RPG 11.8%
- #53 General Tactics: An Shi Rebellion
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Liyun
Windows
In November 755, the An Shi Rebellion broke out, with most Tang Empire's cities falling to the rebels. You will be appointed as Military Governor of Shuofang to confront them. Form legions and strengthen your power to completely defeat the rebels.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.1%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based 7.8%
- #54 Ancient Space
66% matchMixed44% of 365 reviews2014
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.
Why similar: Strategy 95.5%, Adventure 4.5%
- #55 Glorious Companions
62% matchMixed62% of 200 reviews2024
Dev: Ancient Forge
Windows
Explore the open world of Terscara as you advance through the challenging and tactical encounters in this epic turn-based tactical RPG. Form and lead a group of battle-proven companions, delve into the ancient dungeons to collect the elusive vault crystals, and end Xandar’s Wraith once and for all.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #56 King of Dragon Pass
64% matchMostly Positive80% of 550 reviews2015
Dev: A SharpPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Create your own epic saga of survival, mythology and diplomacy! Rule your clan, make strategic decisions that affect the game world, win battles and expand your influence in this unique mix of RPG, strategy and story-telling.
Why similar: Tabletop 24.9%, Strategy 15.6%, RPG 15.1%, Fantasy 12.8%, Story Rich 12.6%