- #1 Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord GOLD
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 338 reviews2015
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.4 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 13.7%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, Tabletop 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel expands on the original's mechanics with improved depth and more diverse tactical scenarios.
- #2 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
96% matchVery Positive92% of 181 reviews2017
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 15.9%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Tabletop 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: It continues the series' tradition of complex turn-based strategy and dark fantasy storytelling.
- #3 Battle Brothers
96% matchVery Positive88% of 28,621 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 94.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 33.5%, Open World 24.4%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy 12.6%, Fantasy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the brutal, mercenary-focused tabletop wargame feel that defines the Age of Fear series.
- #4 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
95% matchVery Positive88% of 6,353 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 16.8%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Strategy RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a robust class system and intricate turn-based tactical combat that will satisfy fans of the genre's complexity.
- #5 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
94% matchVery Positive84% of 7,518 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 25.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy tactical RPG combines grid-based combat with meaningful party choices and character management.
- #6 Wartales
93% matchVery Positive86% of 35,540 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Tactical RPG 18.8%, Open World 15.2%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12%
Why You'll Like It: This open-world RPG features deep party management and tactical combat that mirrors the squad-building focus of the seed game.
- #7 The Iron Oath
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 923 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.9 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 17.3%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: It blends turn-based tactical combat with a persistent world and party-based RPG elements in a grim fantasy setting.
- #8 Warbanners
92% matchMostly Positive71% of 612 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 17.1%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a pure turn-based tactical experience with a focus on unit management and battlefield positioning.
- #9 Age of Fear: The Undead King GOLD
91% 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 19%, Strategy RPG 13.4%, Tabletop 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This enhanced version of the seed game provides a more polished experience with additional content and balance tweaks.
- #10 Wildermyth
89% matchVery Positive95% of 18,226 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Turn-Based 19.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Story Rich 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: The game's procedural storytelling and tabletop-inspired combat feel provide a similar sense of adventure and tactical depth.
- #11 Age of Fear 4: The Iron Killer
91% 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 20%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Tabletop 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series refines the tactical formula with new exploration mechanics and updated visuals.
- #12 Voidspire Tactics
90% matchVery Positive97% of 290 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.6%, Turn-Based 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Strategy RPG 11.2%, RPG 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on tactical grid movement and deep character customization, mirroring the core gameplay loop of Age of Fear.
- #13 Urtuk: The Desolation
89% matchVery Positive88% of 2,535 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based 14.2%, Strategy RPG 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This grim, party-based tactical RPG features brutal combat and character development that aligns well with the seed game's tone.
- #14 Kingsvein
88% matchVery Positive91% of 313 reviews2024
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a dark, tactical RPG experience with a focus on party-based combat and exploration in a complex world.
- #15 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,578 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.1%, Strategy RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Turn-Based 10.6%, RPG 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: As a classic of the genre, it provides the gold standard for deep, grid-based tactical RPG combat and party management.
- #16 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
86% matchVery Positive94% of 14,748 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.5 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 32.2%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.5%, RPG 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: It features large-scale squad-based tactical combat that captures the wargame spirit of the seed title.
- #17 Alvora Tactics
86% matchVery Positive92% of 151 reviews2017
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: An indie tactical RPG that focuses on grid-based combat and party progression, similar to the core loop of the seed game.
- #18 The Age of Decadence
84% matchVery Positive82% of 4,045 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 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 24.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a hardcore, choice-driven RPG experience with challenging turn-based combat that rewards strategic thinking.
- #19 Heroes of Steel RPG
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 285 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Heroes of Steel is a tactical RPG set in a grim post-apocalyptic fantasy world. Coordinate your party of four heroes in turn-based combat and navigate a engaging world and story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.9%, Strategy RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This dungeon-crawler features deep tactical combat and party management that feels very similar to the seed game's mechanics.
- #20 The Ouroboros King
82% matchVery Positive80% of 569 reviews2023
Dev: Oriol Cosp Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
The Ouroboros King combines the strategic depth of chess with the build variety and replayability of roguelikes. Assemble a formidable army, discover powerful relics, and buy surprising gadgets to defeat the Coven.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 42.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 31%, Strategy 10.6%, Fantasy 9.9%, 2D 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This roguelite tactical game uses chess-like mechanics to create a unique and challenging strategic experience.
- #21 Ash of Gods: Redemption
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,470 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 19%, Strategy RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines narrative-heavy RPG elements with turn-based tactical combat in a dark, unforgiving world.
- #22 Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition
84% matchMixed61% of 261 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: Turn-Based 24.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Tactical 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: This dark, atmospheric tactical RPG emphasizes survival and careful positioning in a hostile fantasy world.
- #23 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
80% matchVery Positive93% of 9,828 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20%, Turn-Based 19.7%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides an incredibly deep customization system for its tactical combat, appealing to players who enjoy complex strategy.
- #24 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 182 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19%, Tactical RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on party-based tactical combat with a strong emphasis on character abilities and positioning.
- #25 Necromancer Returns
81% 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 19.3%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, Strategy RPG 12%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the necromancy theme and turn-based strategy focus of the seed game in a more casual, indie-focused format.
- #26 Glorious Companions
79% 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 17.6%, Turn-Based 16.9%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a sandbox-style tactical RPG experience where you manage a company of warriors in a persistent world.
- #27 Forged of Blood
81% 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 17.2%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This strategy-RPG focuses on complex party management and tactical combat within a dark, morally grey world.
- #28 Fantasy General II
79% matchVery Positive81% of 1,976 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Tactical 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the essence of a tabletop wargame with its focus on unit types, terrain, and strategic movement.
- #29 Dead Age 2: The Zombie Survival RPG
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,336 reviews2021
Dev: Silent DreamsPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The successful indie survival RPG "Dead Age" is back with a vengeance! No other game offers this mix of role-playing, rogue-like, fast-paced turn-based combat and survival all in one. Inspired by Darkest Dungeon, Fallout 1+2, This War of Mine and The Walking Dead.
Why similar: Turn-Based 32%, Zombies 24.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, RPG 9%, Strategy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: It blends survival mechanics with turn-based tactical combat and party management in a post-apocalyptic setting.
- #30 Pathway
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,264 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 15.8%, Strategy RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
Why You'll Like It: This turn-based tactical game features exploration and party management in a pulp-adventure setting.
- #31 Age of Fear: The Free World
77% 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 16.2%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Tabletop 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%
- #32 The Necromancer's Tale
74% matchVery Positive92% of 935 reviews2025
Dev: Psychic Software
Windows · Mac
A story-rich gothic RPG. Master the rituals of an ancient spellbook. Commune with the realm of the dead and struggle with your descent into madness. Build the power to raise an undead army and march against your enemies. Progress through secrecy, diplomacy, blackmail, coercion and seduction.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.3%, Zombies 17%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Open World 13.2%, Top-Down 11.9%
- #33 Legends of Eisenwald
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,830 reviews2015
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.5 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: Turn-Based 24.2%, Tactical RPG 23.9%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%
- #34 Warhammer Quest (Classic)
77% matchMixed69% of 1,186 reviews2015
Dev: Rodeo GamesPub: Chilled Mouse
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Based on the classic tabletop game, Warhammer Quest is an addictive mix of role-playing and strategy.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Tabletop 10.1%, Strategy RPG 7.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.6%
- #35 Dead State: Reanimated
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,562 reviews2014
Dev: DoubleBear Productions
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 16.6 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 30.9%, Zombies 30.5%, RPG 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%
- #36 Crowntakers
76% matchMostly Positive73% of 685 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Tactical 7.6%
- #37 For The King
72% matchVery Positive88% of 43,710 reviews2018
Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28%, Tabletop 17.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Open World 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%
- #38 Age of Undead
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 97 reviews2022
Dev: Insane Dreamers
Windows
Age of Undead is a multi-genre game (turn-based, RTS, FPS) that allows you to face the frightful Zombie Apocalypse with 3 unique factions: the Army, the Infected, and the Survivors. Make strategic choices in the Campaign, then go into battle and fight to survive!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 39.6%, Zombies 27.4%, Tactical 19.3%, Strategy 13.7%
- #39 Iratus: Lord of the Dead
73% matchVery Positive86% of 8,249 reviews2020
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.5%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Dark Fantasy 16%, RPG 14.1%, Strategy 12%
- #40 Dead Age
73% matchVery Positive82% of 5,605 reviews2016
Dev: Silent DreamsPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Survive the zombie apocalypse with a “Final Fantasy” turn-based combat and permanent death! Manage survivors, craft materials, and make difficult decisions. Defend your camp against hordes of the undead to prevail in this non-linear rogue-lite (comparable to FTL). Innovative Indie Survival-RPG!
Why similar: Turn-Based 26%, Zombies 24.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #41 Pawn of the Dead
73% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2021
Dev: Aslan Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience a dark twist on classic chess where your captured pieces are infected and rise to join the undead army! Adapt to asymmetrical battlefields, protect the White Kingdom, and lead King Leonard against his greatest, most sinister enemy yet: His own reflection.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Zombies 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Fantasy 8%
- #42 Veterum
70% matchVery Positive92% of 157 reviews2025
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
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 20.7%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 8%
- #43 Weaves of Fate
74% 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 15.7%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #44 King Arthur: Legion IX
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 828 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.2%, Strategy RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%
- #45 Warlords III: Darklords Rising
70% matchVery Positive92% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Conquer kingdoms, wield dark magic, and lead armies in Warlords III: Darklords Rising. Master strategy in this fantasy world of warfare.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Retro 6.7%
- #46 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
71% matchMixed69% of 136 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 21.7%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%
- #47 King of Dragon Pass
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 566 reviews2015
Dev: A SharpPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 9.8 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 24.8%, Strategy 15.3%, RPG 15.3%, Fantasy 12.9%, Story Rich 12.6%
- #48 Grimshade
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.5%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%
- #49 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
66% matchVery Positive94% of 3,616 reviews2024
Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Old School 12.5%, Strategy 11.9%, Story Rich 11%
- #50 Dark Deity
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,098 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 14.3 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: Tactical RPG 16.8%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%
- #51 Legends of Kingdom Rush
69% matchMixed66% of 1,767 reviews2022
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
RPG turn-based combat game with deep tactics and bad jokes! Do you have what it takes to save the kingdom?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.3%, Strategy RPG 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%
- #52 Revelatio
68% matchVery Positive93% of 98 reviews2024
Dev: Guild Studio
Windows
"Revelatio" is a turn-based strategy game that combines tile-based combat and elements of roguelike. Strategically summon and control units to claim victory. Stain the world with your darkness by corrupting various units, bosses and even NPCs.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.2%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%
- #53 Leman
70% matchVery Positive82% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
A bloodthirsty, high fantasy, turn-based combat, open-world RPG! Light on story, this game is about deadly tactical combat and developing a legendary adventuring party!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%
- #54 Vendir: Plague of Lies
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 263 reviews2024
Dev: Early Morning Studio
Windows
Vendir: Plague of Lies is a classic party-based RPG with a deep storyline and turn-based combat. Experience an intricately crafted world, steeped in history and brought to life through a carefully crafted atmosphere and the trials and tribulations of stories of the people that inhabit it.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.8%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Story Rich 6.7%
- #55 Dead Monarchy
69% matchVery Positive81% of 139 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Zhang
Windows
Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, RPG 10.6%, Strategy 10.2%, Tactical 9.9%
- #56 Prophecy of Ashen
66% matchMostly Positive80% of 232 reviews2026
Dev: hhyuGame
Windows
Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #57 Armello
67% matchVery Positive82% of 16,053 reviews2015
Dev: League of Geeks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.6%, Tabletop 17.2%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
- #58 Grim wanderings 2
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Ellinia games
Windows · Linux
This game combines a deep role-playing system inspired by classic board games and a full-fledged 4X strategy
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.2%, Strategy RPG 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #59 Necroking
64% matchVery Positive82% of 947 reviews2024
Dev: KORO.GAMESPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Necroking is a turn-based tactics roguelite with vast deckbuilding. You play as a Master of Necromancy. Build your skulls deck, raise skeletons and other scum to defeat settlements desecrated by life.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 32.6%, Zombies 17.3%, Tactical 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Strategy 8.6%
- #60 Zoria: Age of Shattering
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 630 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 24.1%, Turn-Based 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, RPG 6.6%