- #1 Warbanners
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 615 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: Turn-Based 18.4%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
- #2 Core Lords
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hodeochi Games
Windows
Core Lords is a tactical turn-based strategy game where you’ll use elemental interactions to create dynamic strategy and overcome challenges. Command the elements. Outwit odd creatures and bosses and demolish destructible environments in a strange and unique fantasy world!
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.3%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Strategy RPG 8.9%
- #3 Tyrant's Twilight
96% 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 19.5%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, Tactical 9%
- #4 Magicians' Legacy: Prologue
95% matchPositive90% of 49 reviews2021
Dev: Greenolor StudioPub: Kaser Studio
Windows · Mac
Magicians’ Legacy is a classic turn-based fantasy strategy. Defeat countless enemies to solve the mysteries of fading magic and bring the ancient empire back to life.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Strategy RPG 11.1%
- #5 Powers Downtown
94% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Tactical RPG 10.5%
- #6 Cavy Chronicles
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jessie The Fish
Windows
Command an adorable army of guinea pigs in fast-paced tactical combat. Strategically attack to manipulate the flow of battle and outwit clever crab combatants. Develop your forces without tedious grinding. Will you daringly rescue your captured allies or abandon them for the greater good?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 14.8%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Tactical 9.2%
- #7 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
93% matchVery Positive88% of 6,367 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 17.4%, Tactical RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%
- #8 Runerock Arena
92% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2026
Dev: Areena Games
Windows
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 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Tactical RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%
- #9 Crawl Tactics
91% matchVery Positive92% of 221 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Strategy RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%
- #10 Age of Fear: The Undead King
91% matchVery Positive88% of 368 reviews2015
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Play as either Sir Edward, a noble Knight defending the Human Kingdom, or Krill, a wicked Necromancer with an unearthly lust for power! 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: Turn-Based 18.5%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
- #11 Tactics V: "Obsidian Brigade"
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 35 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 23.6%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Tactical 10.2%
- #12 Necromancer Returns
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 116 reviews2018
Dev: Greenolor StudioPub: Kaser Studio
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A turn-based strategy game. The world of a fantasy kingdom has been thrown into disarray by the return of the Necromancer – a creature of darkness that wishes to enslave all living beings.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Strategy RPG 10.4%
- #13 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
88% matchMostly Positive81% of 88 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 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Tactical RPG 11.5%, Tactical 11%
- #14 Divine Combat
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Primordial Pistols
Windows
Divine Combat is a turn-based strategy game wherein you lead a team to victory against another team. The fights are in top-down view on a grid, much like similar turn-based unit management games. There is no penalty for losing.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Grid-Based Movement 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Tactical RPG 12.1%, Strategy RPG 12.1%
- #15 The Dragoness: Command of the Flame
87% matchMixed69% of 173 reviews2022
Dev: Crazy Goat GamesPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Dragoness mixes HOMM-like exploration, city-building and turn-based strategic combat, with a roguelite twist. Choose your battles, paths and skills as you explore a world ravaged by war. Gather and manage your army of beasts, collect resources and expand your city.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Tactical RPG 11.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10.1%, Strategy RPG 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%
- #16 Knight's Errand
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mark Shumarov
Windows
HoMM-like Rogue-Lite for those who don't have the time for classic turn-based strategies, but crave deep tactics after work. Raise an army of units with unique abilities. Empower them with hero artifacts. Turn the tide of battle with spells. Defeat the armies of other players.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.4%, Tactical RPG 19.6%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
- #17 逆战勇士团 ReconBraves
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
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: Turn-Based 24.2%, Tactical RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%
- #18 Jagged Alliance 3
85% matchVery Positive89% of 14,995 reviews2023
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Tactical RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Tactical 12.1%
- #19 Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II
84% matchMixed54% of 2,353 reviews2026
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Fast-paced tactical combat meets strategic management in this sequel to the acclaimed Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus. Take control of either the ancient and deathless Necron legions or the techno-religious acolytes of the Omnissiah, with the fate of a world in your hands.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
- #20 Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
In Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord, you will find both the well-known game mechanics of the original game as well as many new features. A signature blend of RPG and strategy with turn-based tactical battles.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 16.1%, Tactical RPG 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Grid-Based Movement 7%
- #21 Mercenary Brotherhood
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SC Strategy Games
Windows
A deep turn‑based tactics RPG featuring emergent stories, procedural world events, enemy factions, magical loot with drawbacks, and a fully simulated fantasy sandbox. Build your mercenary company, survive brutal battles, and uncover new content. Solo‑dev indie project with active development.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.4%, Tactical RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%
- #22 Element Space
82% matchMixed55% of 296 reviews2019
Dev: Sixth VowelPub: Inca Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Year 2199. Assemble an elite crew and make allies to combat a shadowy organization threatening the future of humanity. Face overwhelming odds with strategy. Make your choices and save us from extinction.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Strategy RPG 10.4%
- #23 Legend of Zero
81% match8 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 23.6%, Strategy RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #24 Artifact Conquest
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neusaap & Ivan SmirnoffPub: Neusaap
Windows
Artifact Conquest is a turn-based strategy game where you lead a team of heroes to battle fierce monsters and explore uncharted lands. Unleash powerful abilities, uncover secrets, and stop enemies from claiming an ancient evil’s power.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.9%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%
- #25 Legion Tale
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Maulidan Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 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: Turn-Based 20.4%, Tactical RPG 17%, Strategy RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%
- #26 Castellan of Aurelwatch
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lionblade Software
Windows
Lead your heroes in tactical turn-based battles, explore a magical world, and build a thriving village hub.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%
- #27 RuneCipher
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rasmalai Studios
Windows
RuneCipher is a tactics RPG that combines turn-based strategy with active combat. Recruit unlikely allies, explore long-forgotten ruins, and uncover the secrets of an ancient magic to save your guild in this Strategy RPG inspired by genre classics.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%
- #28 Skygard Arena
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 115 reviews2025
Dev: Gemelli Games
Windows
Lead your squad of Champions to victory in this fantasy turn-based tactical skirmish game. Save the 5 factions of Skygard in the story mode missions or battle other players online. Customize your Champions to fit your strategy, capture objectives, pick up resources and strike with your spells!
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.9%, Tactical RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
- #29 Forged of Blood
79% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Strategy RPG 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%
- #30 Hirelings
78% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Work Hard Games
Windows
Turn-based tactics roguelike fused with an auto-battler shop. Hire, reroll, and merge mages, vampires, and others to form an overpowered party of Hirelings... then outsmart every enemy on the grid.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Tactical RPG 13.1%, Strategy RPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%
- #31 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
77% matchMixed60% of 714 reviews2024
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Tactical RPG 8.6%
- #32 Guile & Glory: Firstborn
77% matchPositive97% of 33 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 21.4%, Strategy RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%
- #33 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
76% matchVery Positive90% of 486 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lead troops in tense tactical battles, just you and your brain against the dying world. Can you save it? Manage a mercenary company, scavenge supplies, build an army. Go on a quest! Burn down a village or two... Explore the rich medieval fantasy world in a mix of LOTR, Warhammer, FTL and Total War.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%
- #34 No Mana, Just Dice
74% matchVery Positive88% of 193 reviews2026
Dev: Dice CapitalPub: Jungle Game Lab
Windows
Zero Mana. Massive Debt. No Mana, Just Dice is a tactical turn-based roguelike. Play as a dropout witch who needs dice just to take a single step! Use your limited dice to maneuver and attack, outsmart your bad luck, and seize the wish-granting scroll to rewrite your fate.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.1%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy 9.3%
- #35 The Banner Saga 3
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,111 reviews2018
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Banner Saga 3 is the epic conclusion to a sweeping viking saga six years in the making. This strategic RPG, acclaimed for its strong story and compelling characters has won over 20 awards and been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #36 The Last Spell
73% matchVery Positive91% of 13,760 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 23.9 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 18%, Tactical RPG 14.1%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%
- #37 Dragon Iris
76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Leonardo M A SilvaPub: Consttelattions
Windows
A Rich story about Humans and Dragons living in a place called Trae. A new tale about the origin of the Dragons, their society and relationship with Humans. Play with both Humans and Dragons in a tactical battle system.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.1%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%
- #38 Overpowered Tactics
73% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Virtuose Technologies
Windows · Mac · Linux
The 'Nexus' stops time, giving you the power to predict every enemy move in advance. Outsmart their attacks and optimize your actions. Each turn becomes a tactical puzzle where planning and anticipation are key, rather than reaction.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Tactical 9.9%
- #39 Final Hope: The Plot
74% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Djamp Games
Windows
Final Hope: The Plot is a turn-based Tactical RPG with a medieval theme. Create your hero and embark on the odyssey of Uthread, a young adventurer who was born predestined to change the history of his world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.8%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #40 Fallen: A2P Protocol
75% matchMostly Negative38% of 226 reviews2015
Dev: Red Katana
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A post-apocalyptic, turn based, tactical combat and strategy game where you lead your caravan on a quest for revenge.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Tactical RPG 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #41 Kevin's Path to Wizdom
73% matchPositive100% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: Spell Loop
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are Kevin, the most handsome wizard in school — except your face just got stolen! Learn how to cast spells to fight your way through difficult dungeons in this turn-based tactics game. Can you become a master wizard and catch the thief to save your face, literally?
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.1%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%
- #42 Dyadem
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nathaniel Jones
Windows · Linux
Become the greatest tactician in this love letter to classic handheld SRPGs. It falls to you to forge the bonds of your Prince's followers, develop their skills, and shape their strategies as you fight to reclaim your homeland and save the world.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.4%, Tactical RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%
- #43 Legend of Snake
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Yunkai
Windows
Another Fire Emblem Clone, this one has a unique spin, overall I consider this an improved version of the previous 2 Legend of games, the game has 3 modes including the classic permanent death mode, it's slightly harder than the previous 2 Legend games I made, hope you enjoy.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.8%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Strategy 9%
- #44 Hidden Pass
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: GG Interactive
Windows
Chart a course in a Tactical Story-driven Roguelite RPG. Become a Wanderer - explorer, warrior, leader and tactician all in one. Build a team of skyfaring heroes, wield techno-magical devices and construct automatons as you explore sky-islands rich in secrets and dangers.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.2%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10%
- #45 Dunnigan's Trail
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Banana Hammer Games, LLC
Windows
You're a merchant looking to strike it rich. Lead a wagon of hired swords on a trail of danger and hijinks that's a different experience every time. Defend your wares in turn-based tactical battles in this choose your own adventure fantasy roguelite. Make decisions, manage resources, and survive!
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.4%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%
- #46 Spellpowder: Uprising
70% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Rogandir Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Witness the Uprising - a rebellion seeking to overthrow the noble rule - in this strategy RPG set in a steampunk fantasy world. Create your character, form a party of trusted companions, and bring justice to a world torn by conflict through tactical turn-based battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.5%, Tactical RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
- #47 Ancient Frontier: Steel Shadows
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: Fair Weather Studios
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Steel Shadows is a standalone tactics RPG set in the epic universe of Ancient Frontier. Take command of a rag tag band of pirates and outlaws as you fight your way across the Frontier for treasure and glory. Delve into our latest turn based tactical RPG.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.5%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Strategy RPG 10.5%
- #48 Adventurers Guild
71% match3 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Game Delivery
Windows
Adventurers Guild is a tactical RPG where the player manages a guild of adventurers in a dangerous and unpredictable fantasy world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.1%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%
- #49 Dunebound Tactics
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 29 reviews2026
Dev: Terahard LtdPub: indie.io
Windows
Choose who lives and crews your caravan, or sacrifice them to fuel it. Navigate unforgiving sands in search of a new home, battling ruthless factions, scavenging dwindling resources, and reshaping the terrain to your advantage in Dunebound Tactics, a Roguelite Turn-Based Tactical RPG.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15%, Turn-Based 14.6%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%
- #50 GalanWarSong
69% matchPositive87% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: Winwill Studio
Windows · Mac
A hardcore turn-based strategy game based on chess and with RPG elements. Players will play the role of the "Legendary King" Bordo Dia, summon former mercenary partners, go to Galan Castle, defeat the sin dragon, and save the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Tactical RPG 15.2%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%
- #51 Protostar Twilight
69% 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 21.5%, Strategy RPG 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #52 Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord GOLD
70% 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: Turn-Based 18.6%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
- #53 Reverie Knights Tactics: Prologue
69% matchMixed70% of 92 reviews2021
Dev: 40 Giants EntertainmentPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Reverie Knights Tactics: Prologue takes you on a journey to a hand-drawn fantasy world, where you guide your heroes through the first hour of the upcoming tactical RPG. The Prologue introduces you to the game’s story and includes three battles, as well as item crafting and character customization.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Tactical RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Strategy RPG 14.1%
- #54 Lost In The Open
67% matchMixed64% of 166 reviews2025
Dev: Black Voyage GamesPub: WhisperGames
Windows
An unexpected assassination attempt leaves you wounded and fleeing across no man's land. To survive in this roguelike, low-fantasy tactical RPG, you must recruit strategically, fight desperately and repent sincerely.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.5%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Grid-Based Movement 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #55 GeneWars
68% 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 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Tactical RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%
- #56 Mystical Tactics
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pierre "Morm" ChamponPub: MormWare
Windows · Mac
Mystical Tactics is a turn-based tactical-RPG roguelike in which you control a squad of adventurers in a mystical world. Train your heroes in fast-paced tactical battles, equip them with powerful items and lead them to repel the Dark Lord and his legions.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%
- #57 MENACE
65% matchVery Positive91% of 13,728 reviews2026
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Lead a strike force against an alien threat in this turn-based tactical RPG from the developers of Battle Brothers. Answer distress calls across different worlds, train and equip infantry, deploy tanks and mechs, and plan and execute missions in detailed turn-based battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.3%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%
- #58 Saldyr: Before the Crown Fell
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Saldyria
Windows
A 2D tactical RPG set in an empire on the brink. Lead your soldiers, exploit weapon matchups and break enemy morale. Eight chapters, solo or in co-op for two to three, with different endings shaped by the battles. Play in English, French or Italian.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.2%, Strategy RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
- #59 Disgaea 5 Complete
67% matchVery Positive88% of 3,583 reviews2018
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 42.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The nefarious Overlord Void Dark seeks to enslave countless Netherworlds...and only the young demon Killia can stop him! Assemble your tenacious army of rebels and unleash vengeance in this hell-raising adventure! The stakes are high, the damage cap is higher, and the destruction is limitless!
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, Strategy RPG 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #60 Mercenaries Blaze
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 580 reviews2021
Dev: ESQUADRA,inc.Pub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
“Mercenaries Blaze”is the 5th fantasy tactical simulation RPG. Turn-based battles are carried out on an isometric map. Attack and defense results vary depending on the direction you face, distance and elevation, making gameplay challenging enough to satisfy the even pickiest strategy lovers.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Grid-Based Movement 8.9%