- #1 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
97% matchVery Positive92% of 181 reviews2017
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 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 19.8%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Tabletop 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Open World 6.1%
- #2 Age of Fear: The Undead King
96% matchVery Positive88% of 366 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: Tactical RPG 19.9%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Tabletop 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%
- #3 Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord GOLD
96% 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 21%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Tabletop 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 6.3%
- #4 Age of Fear: The Free World
95% 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 25.2%, Strategy RPG 19.7%, Tabletop 18.9%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Open World 7%
- #5 Age of Fear: The Undead King GOLD
94% matchVery Positive94% of 93 reviews2019
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as either Sir Edward, a noble Knight defending the Human Kingdom, or Krill, a wicked Necromancer with an unearthly lust for power! The game is a greatly expanded version of the series' first entry and adds multiple features such as open world, global events, faction bases, new units, and so on.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Strategy RPG 17.9%, Tabletop 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Open World 6%
- #6 Tahira: Echoes of the Astral Empire
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 115 reviews2016
Dev: Whale Hammer Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Guide Tahira, the 20-year old princess of Avestan, through the most challenging night of her life in this epic tactical turn-based adventure. You must fight to save your people from the genocidal Astral Empire on a world fallen into a medieval dark age after the collapse of a spacefaring civilisation.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.3%, Female Protagonist 22.8%, Medieval 20.3%, Strategy 12.1%, 2D 6.7%
- #7 Age of Wonders 4
91% matchVery Positive81% of 22,647 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.1 hrsMean: 60.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.5%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Moddable 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #8 Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor
92% matchVery Positive90% of 105 reviews2022
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
You are in a barbarian land. They are trying to kill you. The Queen demands you tame them. So what now? Escape into an exciting, open-ended story and cunning tactical combat. Epic, indie fantasy adventure. Freely explore a huge world, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 50.4%, Strategy 14.9%, Open World 9.9%, Fantasy 9.6%, 2D 6.9%
- #9 Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition
93% matchMixed61% of 259 reviews2020
Dev: Shockwork GamesPub: No Gravity Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Alder's Blood is a tactical strategy game with stealth-based combat, RPG elements, crafting, resources gathering, and management, exploration, and a rich storyline. Set in a grim world, where mankind killed their God and is facing extinction.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 31.8%, Tactical 23.8%, Strategy 14.4%, Story Rich 14.3%, 2D 8%
- #10 Astral Throne
91% matchVery Positive81% of 266 reviews2025
Dev: Zero Sun Games
Windows
Uncover the mystery of a land beset by a Falling Star's curse in this Roguelike Strategy RPG inspired by the classics. Build your party, recruit new allies, and synergize your team's skills for decisive victory.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.1%, Strategy RPG 21.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Female Protagonist 9%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #11 Wintermoor Tactics Club
89% matchVery Positive88% of 645 reviews2020
Dev: EVC GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wintermoor Tactics Club is a story about surviving high school, with gameplay inspired by tactics RPGs and visual novels.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.1%, Tabletop 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Tactical 7.8%
- #12 Necromancer Returns
90% 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: Tactical RPG 19.6%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Tactical 9.5%, Female Protagonist 9.2%
- #13 SCP Operations
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 89 reviews2024
Dev: LUXO InteractivePub: LUK KUS SOFT
Windows
Step into the enigmatic world of SCP OPERATIONS. Lead your team of elite agents through tactical, turn-based combat against the Chaos Insurgency and dangerous SCP objects. Uncover secrets and protect humanity.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.8%, Strategy RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #14 Aether & Iron
86% matchVery Positive84% of 502 reviews2026
Dev: Seismic Squirrel
Windows · Mac
Immerse yourself in this Decopunk Narrative RPG set in an alternate 1930s where anti-gravitational technology has taken cars, roads, and even New York City into the sky. Muster a crew, master tactical turn-based combat, and unravel the dark secrets lurking beneath the floating metropolis.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 35.3%, Strategy RPG 24%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Story Rich 7.5%
- #15 Mechajammer
88% matchMixed52% of 239 reviews2021
Dev: Whalenought StudiosPub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
A tactical cyberpunk turn-based RPG set on an off-world grindhouse jungle colony. Skulk through the shadows or charge in guns blazing. Recruit a unique party for large squad-based assaults as your adventure plunges you deep into the city’s secrets.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.7%, Strategy RPG 15.8%, Tabletop 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Tactical 12.5%
- #16 Iron Danger
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,013 reviews2020
Dev: Action Squad StudiosPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Iron Danger is a tactical combat puzzler with a unique time manipulation mechanic. A never before seen combination that blends the tactical depth of turn-based games with the exciting action of real-time games.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Top-Down 9.6%
- #17 Forged of Blood
87% 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 25.3%, Strategy RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy 14.4%, Tactical 11.5%
- #18 Disciples: Liberation
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,954 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Tactical 9.7%
- #19 Age of Reforging: The Freelands
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,310 reviews2025
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Age of Reforging: The Freelands is a medieval high-freedom sandbox adventure CRPG. You'll be a reforger in the freelands chosen by the Goddess to embark on a medieval adventure tour at your own pace, gathering teammates, fighting for survival, and craft your unique legend!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 21.9%, Tactical RPG 21.3%, Open World 13.6%, Medieval 11.3%, Exploration 9.7%
- #20 Ashes of Immortality
85% matchMostly Positive76% of 113 reviews2015
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Vampires vs Werewolves vs Hunters... Guess which group you're playing with? Find out in this exciting 16-bit style RPG full of twists and colorful characters!
Why similar: Fantasy 17.2%, Story Rich 16.3%, Strategy 15.9%, Top-Down 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%
- #21 The Iron Oath
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 912 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.8%, Strategy RPG 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Medieval 8.9%, Open World 8.6%
- #22 Avernum: Escape From the Pit
82% matchVery Positive91% of 1,305 reviews2012
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
Why similar: Fantasy 25.2%, Open World 21.6%, Strategy 20.9%, Story Rich 12.7%, Exploration 9.6%
- #23 Fae Tactics
81% matchVery Positive85% of 1,731 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Strategy 22.4%, Tactical RPG 22.3%, Tactical 19.6%, Strategy RPG 18.9%, Female Protagonist 12.6%
- #24 Of Gods and Men: The Daybreak Empire
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Dead Genre Studios
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired turn-based strategy. Conquer your way across a war-ravaged world to forge a new empire and impart an unprecedented era of peace!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.9%, Female Protagonist 21.6%, Strategy 18.4%, Fantasy 11%, Story Rich 10.4%
- #25 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
80% matchMixed69% of 134 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a turn-based, tactical RPG featuring strategic battles, intriguing puzzles and exciting quests. Customize your heroes’ unique, class-based attacks and abilities to defeat Father Eldritch's oppressive armies throughout dozens of unique, hand-crafted maps!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.2%, Strategy RPG 23.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Top-Down 8.7%
- #26 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
77% matchVery Positive95% of 14,598 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.8%, Strategy RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Female Protagonist 8.4%, Story Rich 5.7%
- #27 Thyria
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 161 reviews2024
Dev: TwokatsPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Linux
Thyria is an RPG, a unique combination of dynamic exploration, turn-based combat and crafting. Summon and train a team of Guardians, who will accompany Thyria into the minds of the cursed villagers. Help them vanquish their nightmares.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Exploration 10.6%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #28 The Age of Decadence
78% matchVery Positive82% of 4,006 reviews2015
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic 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 32.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, Medieval 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Tactical 8.6%
- #29 Avadon: The Black Fortress
79% matchVery Positive81% of 617 reviews2011
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Avadon: The Black Fortress is an epic, Indie fantasy role-playing saga. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law. Use your power to crush a growing rebellion! (Or join it.)
Why similar: Fantasy 41%, Story Rich 21.2%, Exploration 12.6%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, 2D 11.4%
- #30 Black Legend
79% matchMixed65% of 210 reviews2021
Dev: Warcave
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A dark, immersive Turn Based Strategy RPG. Master tactical combat and the art of 17th century alchemy to liberate a doomed city from a bloodthirsty cult inspired by the great alchemist Mephisto.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 40.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.7%, Tactical 17.4%, Strategy 10.2%, Atmospheric 5.1%
- #31 Gales of Nayeli
75% matchVery Positive87% of 94 reviews2025
Dev: Blindcoco Studios
Windows
Gales of Nayeli is a Grid-Based Strategy RPG featuring 40+ playable characters. Follow Nayeli as she travels across Iuven on her way to face the tyrant, Bloodlust. Along the way, she will meet victims of Bloodlust’s reign lead the last charge against a darkness that echoes across time and space.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.2%, Strategy RPG 27.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Female Protagonist 8%, Strategy 7.2%
- #32 Veterum
74% matchVery Positive93% of 147 reviews2025
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows
Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Strategy RPG 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Tactical 8.6%
- #33 Glorious Companions
76% matchMixed62% of 206 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 27.7%, Strategy RPG 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Open World 8.5%
- #34 Zoria: Age of Shattering
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 622 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Exploration 12.3%, Strategy 8.8%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #35 DragonFangZ - The Rose & Dungeon of Time
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 178 reviews2018
Dev: Toydea Inc.
Windows · Mac
Test your wits and courage against a dungeon packed with mystery, monsters and fangs where the rules of the rogue-like are not always obeyed!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #36 Fatermyth
73% matchVery Positive83% of 533 reviews2024
Dev: KDreamPub: Merlion Games
Windows
"Fatermyth" is an RPG game that combines tabletop role-playing and adventure. The storylines of seven characters from different eras intertwine, depicting an epic of human heroes. The strategic battles with dice + skills add more challenges to the adventure.
Why similar: Tabletop 32.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Story Rich 8.5%, Fantasy 7.2%
- #37 Wicked Seed
70% matchVery Positive95% of 1,089 reviews2026
Dev: Dead Right Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A modern-day horror RPG with tactical combat and survival horror roots. Customize your loadout, manage limited resources, and exploit enemy weaknesses in tense, strategic encounters.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 86.1%, Atmospheric 13.9%
- #38 Trulon: The Shadow Engine
76% matchMixed64% of 94 reviews2016
Dev: Kyy Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
In a world of steampunk and magic you take the role of Gladia, a monster huntress set on a quest to find a cure to the disease that is spreading across Tripudia. Trulon combines adventure RPG elements with a unique card combat system.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 71.8%, Strategy 28.2%
- #39 Dawnsbury Days
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 930 reviews2024
Dev: Dawnsbury Studios
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Lead a group of childhood friends through their first adventures in a turn-based tactical RPG played under the rules of PF2E, the second edition of a powerful OGL ruleset. Customize their builds, acquire loot and level up, and ultimately defeat the sinister enemies who threaten your hometown.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.1%, Tabletop 25.5%, Moddable 16.5%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Strategy 7.8%
- #40 Circus Electrique
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 274 reviews2022
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Circus Electrique is part story-driven RPG, part tactics, part circus management, and completely enthralling– all with a steampunk twist. When everyday Londoners mysteriously turn into vicious killers, only the show’s talented performers possess the skills necessary to save the city.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 37.8%, Strategy RPG 32.3%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Strategy 8.1%, Tactical 7%
- #41 Paths & Danger
73% matchMixed66% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Embark on an enchanting journey to Paths & Danger, a masterfully crafted procedural turn-based RPG that seamlessly blends simplicity with tactical brilliance. Get ready to be captivated as you assemble a formidable fellowship, where the art of teamwork takes center stage.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 36.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Medieval 10.2%, Strategy 8.1%
- #42 The Lamplighters League
71% matchMixed69% of 1,188 reviews2023
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.1%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Tactical 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%
- #43 Songs of Silence
69% 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: Strategy RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Tactical 10.3%, War 8.9%
- #44 Blackguards 2
74% matchMixed67% of 1,300 reviews2015
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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: Tactical RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Strategy 13.3%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, Tactical 9.9%
- #45 Ash of Gods: Redemption
72% 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: Tactical RPG 27%, Strategy RPG 25.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Medieval 11.4%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #46 Journey of Realm:Dawn Dew
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,234 reviews2025
Dev: 葱色兔兔/Scallion RabbitPub: Anotherindie
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"JOR: Dawn Dew" is a 2D turn-based game with a box-like map. In the game, act "Dew" to adventure. On adventure, collect and freely choose your way of fighting. As the exploration progresses, deter the threat of the black beast tide, and finally defeat the monstrous malice.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.6%, Female Protagonist 26.8%, Fantasy 14.9%, Story Rich 11.7%, Strategy 8.9%
- #47 Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 5,120 reviews2024
Dev: Shanghai Sunborn Network Technology Co., Ltd.Pub: XD
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Experience the newest tactical RPG from the creators of Girls’ Frontline. Some 30 years in the future, AU agent Mendo and the mysterious girl Jefuty find themselves in gruesome battles against armed URNC forces…
Why similar: Tactical RPG 36.6%, Strategy RPG 26.9%, Top-Down 12.8%, Strategy 8.1%, Story Rich 5.6%
- #48 Avernum 4: Greed and Glory
68% matchVery Positive95% of 182 reviews2025
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
The cult-classic saga is back! Battle for fame, power, and wealth in the subterranean nation of Avernum. Conquer an enormous underworld in this epic turn-based fantasy RPG. Features huge, clever dungeons, varied and cunning foes, 100s of artifacts to find or craft, and a really cool story.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 33%, Tactical RPG 26.4%, Strategy 11.8%, Story Rich 11.6%, Crafting 5.7%
- #49 Dark Quest 4
68% matchVery Positive82% of 169 reviews2025
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
A turn based dungeon crawler where you create a party of heroes to go on epic quests.
Why similar: Tabletop 28.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Moddable 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Strategy 7.2%
- #50 Battle Chasers: Nightwar
70% matchVery Positive87% of 7,357 reviews2017
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.
Why similar: Fantasy 46.4%, Atmospheric 20.8%, Story Rich 18.5%, Open World 12.8%, Adventure 1.6%
- #51 Queen's Wish: The Conqueror
71% matchVery Positive83% of 366 reviews2019
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
At last, the Queen has given you power and freedom! The cost? You must rebuild her Empire. Will you? In this epic, indie fantasy adventure, you are free to explore, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose. Escape into an unpredictable open-ended story and cunning tactical combat.
Why similar: Strategy 41.5%, Story Rich 20%, Fantasy 18.2%, Adventure 10.4%, 2D 10%
- #52 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
69% matchVery Positive88% of 6,329 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: Tactical RPG 28.5%, Strategy RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Strategy 11.1%, Tactical 7.1%
- #53 AntharioN
72% matchMixed69% of 191 reviews2015
Dev: Orphic Software
Windows · Mac
Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world.
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Open World 26.5%, Fantasy 16.5%, Exploration 16.4%, Adventure 7.3%
- #54 Weaves of Fate
71% matchMixed69% of 80 reviews2017
Dev: Tom Kingston
Windows
Weaves of Fate is a unique and epic blend of isometric role playing and tactical strategy. In the far future, a demonic invasion throughout all of time has been triggered as a result of humanity’s actions.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.9%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Strategy 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%
- #55 Dark Deity
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,047 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.6%, Tactical RPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Tactical 11.9%, Top-Down 9.2%
- #56 Chaos Entropy
65% matchVery Positive93% of 72 reviews2024
Dev: MILLIDIA
Windows
This RPG features a unique combat system! After obtaining the Chaos God's Ring, you must evade the Goddess's minions while exploring the world, collecting divine weapons, and awakening heroic spirits. Assemble a knightly order to battle powerful enemies and uncover the ancient secrets of Eusayard.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 50.9%, Female Protagonist 25.8%, Tactical 17.8%, Strategy 5.6%
- #57 Vultures - Scavengers of Death
63% matchVery Positive83% of 493 reviews2026
Dev: Team VulturesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
VULTURES is a tactical turn-based survival horror, inspired by 90's survival horror classics. As an operative, scavenge the infested metropolis for materials and information that could cure the infection plaguing the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.8%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Tactical 10.9%, Exploration 10.2%
- #58 Hellenica
69% matchMostly Positive70% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: The Dragonloft
Windows · Mac
In this puzzle RPG, explore a steam-powered ancient Greece as Artemis' bear warrior on a mythological quest of technology and magic. Push, toss, and bounce friend and foe, and use the environment to your advantage. You choose the battles, allies, and plots you encounter.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.7%, Strategy RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Tactical 11.8%, Strategy 7.6%
- #59 Rain of Reflections: Set Free
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 335 reviews2019
Dev: Lionbite Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Rain of Reflections is an atmospheric, dystopian adventure game with exploration and deep character interactions. Its turn-based strategic confrontations are uniquely centered around a motivation mechanic.
Why similar: Strategy 48.1%, Female Protagonist 38%, Adventure 13.9%