Games Like Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition

Delve into a role-playing game of horror, loss and madness set in the strange worlds of HP Lovecraft. Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones offers a mix of rich role-playing and turn-based tactical combat, represented in an illustrative visual style. Can you find salvation in a dead world?

Why similar: Lovecraftian 44.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, RPG 13.7%, Horror 10.4%, Story Rich 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deep RPG that leans heavily into the Lovecraftian themes and psychological horror found in the seed game.

As Humanity’s last hope, lead your army to combat in an intricate dance of spectacular actions and counters, using an original Dynamic Timeline System, and face fearsome bosses in epic battles.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based 13.8%, Gothic 13.2% ★, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a striking dark aesthetic and challenging turn-based tactical combat that mirrors the grim intensity of Alder's Blood.

A tactical game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with story, exploration, stealth, and strategy. Take control of a team of Mutants navigating a post-human Earth. Created by a team including former HITMAN leads and the designer of PAYDAY.

Why similar: Turn-Based 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Tactical 12.4%, Stealth 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines stealth-based exploration with turn-based tactical combat in a post-apocalyptic setting.

Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

Why similar: Lovecraftian 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Turn-Based 11%, Difficult 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the same oppressive, Lovecraftian atmosphere and high-stakes management of a struggling party.

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 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Lovecraftian 12.1%, RPG 9.9%, Turn-Based 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based roguelike where you manage an army of undead, mirroring the grim management aspects of the seed game.

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: Turn-Based 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Tactical 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Difficult 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a dark, alternate-history setting with complex tactical combat and a focus on character management.

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

Why similar: Turn-Based 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Hand-drawn 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich, turn-based RPG with a dark, mature narrative and difficult tactical choices.

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 Combat 28.8%, Turn-Based 27.2%, RPG 23.1%, Strategy 9.1%, Story Rich 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a mercenary group in a grim, unforgiving world with deep tactical combat and survival mechanics.

Challenge the horrifying reign of Nazi terror and battle an immortal evil in Achtung! Cthulhu Tactics; a turn-based tactical strategy game set in the award-winning Achtung! Cthulhu universe.

Why similar: Turn-Based 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Lovecraftian 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, RPG 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Blends turn-based strategy with Lovecraftian horror and supernatural elements in a dark setting.

Stirring Abyss is an indie tactical squad-based game with strong RPG elements in which you uncover the ancient mysteries of the depths depicted in the classic vein of Lovecraftian horror.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 37.7%, Turn-Based 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%, Tactical 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical game set in a Lovecraftian underwater environment that emphasizes exploration and survival.

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 27.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Tactical 16.7%, RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a brutal, low-fantasy tactical experience where managing resources and your party's survival is paramount.

The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.6%, Stealth 23.8%, Turn-Based 17.2%, Tactical 11.3%, Strategy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that emphasizes stealth, reconnaissance, and careful planning over brute force.

A tactical, turn-based RPG from the makers of Legend of Grimrock games. Every action, every turn counts as you control your party of heroes through challenging, handcrafted missions in the ancient, mist-clad Menhir Forest.

Why similar: Turn-Based 37.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Strategy 8.7%, Tactical 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-inspired tactical RPG with challenging turn-based encounters and a focus on character progression.

Explore a flooded world and save humanity from a terrible threat in this turn based, tactical RPG with roguelike elements

Why similar: Turn-Based 32.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 11.2%, Strategy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic tactical RPG that emphasizes squad management and survival in a hostile environment.

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 35.2%, Tactical 13%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, RPG 10.6%, Strategy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a somber, narrative-driven journey through a dying world with tactical turn-based combat.

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: Lovecraftian 30.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Horror 14.5%, Story Rich 10.1%, Strategy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, dark-fantasy RPG that captures a similar sense of dread and exploration.

Stones Keeper: Director's Cut is a turn-based tactical RPG set in a distinctive hand-drawn world. Assemble a squad of unique fighters, raise your own fortress into the sky, and lead the Order of the Griffin in a war for the kingdom's future.

Why similar: Gothic 26.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Tactical 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game with dark fantasy themes and a focus on tactical combat and management.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 20.9%, Tactical 17.6%, RPG 17.4%, Strategy 16.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on complex decision-making and party management in a dark fantasy setting.

Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!

Why similar: Turn-Based 40.1%, RPG 16.3%, Tactical 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Story Rich 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a rich, atmospheric RPG experience with tactical combat and a dark, gritty urban fantasy setting.

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 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Tactical 10.9%, RPG 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that features a unique art style and a focus on party-based combat and exploration.

A turn-based tactical RPG. Experiment with the talent trees of 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment. Defeat 17 terrifying bosses and uncover the secrets of the planet Tenebris!

Why similar: Gothic 20.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Tactical 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical dungeon-crawler set in a dark sci-fi universe with a focus on survival and management.

Hard West 2 is a journey to the heart of darkness in the American West. Take control of a supernatural posse and catch the mysterious Ghost Train. Outsmart, outcheat and outgun your enemies in this turn-based tactics game set in a Wild West world where nothing is as it seems.

Why similar: Turn-Based 22.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Tactical 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, RPG 8%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural-themed tactical game that rewards aggressive play and careful positioning in a dark world.

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 21.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Tactical 11.4%, Difficult 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical game that emphasizes unit management and turn-based combat in a fantasy setting.

Deck of Ashes is an adventure game with tactical card combat. One character at a time, lead the cast of antiheroes on a quest for redemption. Explore the cursed fantasy world and hunt down powerful cards. Forge a unique Battle Deck, and crush your foes! Can you rid the world of the Ash Curse?

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, RPG 12.9%, Hand-drawn 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy card-battler that incorporates RPG elements and resource management in a ruined world.

Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.9%, RPG 15.2%, Tactical 14.7%, Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines deep tactical combat with RPG elements and a focus on managing a campaign in a harsh world.

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 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Tactical 11.4%, RPG 10.9%, Strategy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, open-world tactical RPG that focuses on survival and management in a brutal, low-fantasy setting.

Inkshade is a turn-based tactics game carved out of strange wooden miniatures, wrapped in a web of locked rooms, and orchestrated by an otherworldly game master. Victory is not guaranteed, and the only constant is the cruel black ink that flows within the pieces.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.8%, Lovecraftian 19%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Roguelike 10.9%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric tactical game that uses board-game mechanics to create a unique, dark-fantasy experience.

"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: Dark Fantasy 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Roguelike 12.6%, Tactical 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy tactical RPG that focuses on turn-based combat and roguelike elements.

A challenging, turn-based strategy with a roguelike edge. Lead a team of adventurers to destroy the Blightstone and free the world from corruption. Use free movement, dynamic environments and collectable skills to save the crystal, and save the world.

Why similar: Turn-Based 22.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Tactical 14.8%, Roguelike 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy tactical game that emphasizes character progression and challenging turn-based encounters.

Seven Deadly Sins. Have you heard about the 8th? Delve into madness in Sin Slayers, a challenging RPG Roguelite where you decide how much sin to bear as you transform the world. Assemble a party of wicked adventurers, kill, and pillage to drive off a gluttonous nightmare in turn-based battles

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Roguelike 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Strategy 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based roguelite that focuses on party management and surviving a corrupted world.

Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!

Why similar: Roguelike 17.7%, Hand-drawn 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, RPG 14.1%

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%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Strategy 13.4%, RPG 12.9%, Resource Management 7.5%

Abalon is a roguelike adventure that fuses tactical turn-based combat and card strategy. Choose your summoner and explore a tabletop world to discover its secrets. Build the perfect deck, outsmart your enemies and become legend!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.2%, Turn-Based Combat 24.6%, Roguelike 17.9%, RPG 11.2%, Strategy 8.8%

Nadir is a roguelike deck-builder with a twist: the cost to play a card is an enemy reaction you can predict. Craft your own cards to slay powerful demons. Gather resources, expand your city, grow in power and conquer the underworld.

Why similar: Turn-Based 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Roguelike 11.1%

Vigilantes is a combat focused, turn-based tactical RPG set in the crime riddled city of Reiker. The game offers hardcore squad-level combat in a gritty neo-noir setting, intel gathering through surveillance and interrogation, a detailed character system, base facilities, crafting, and more.

Why similar: Turn-Based 29%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, Tactical 11.7%, Strategy 8.8%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Turn-Based 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, Difficult 13.3%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Difficult 15%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Tactical 10.5%

Peregrino is a dark isometric survival adventure where you explore a cursed forest by day and manage your caravan by night. Gather resources, hunt deadly creatures, upgrade your caravan, care for your companions, and lead them through the vast wilderness in search of New Eden.

Why similar: Gothic 27.1% ★, Lovecraftian 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 20.5%, RPG 9.4%, Strategy 7.3%

A grim RPG with card-based combat where nothing stays dead. Lead a party of survivors through a world undone by shattered Laws. Restore them and reshape the rules of the game, but be ready to face the consequences.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.9%, Turn-Based Combat 20.7%, RPG 13%, Story Rich 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%

Become a cult leader and unleash divine power in this dark fantasy strategy RPG. You are the villain - you command disciples, outwit enemies in combat, and shape the fate of the fallen city as you awaken the Dead Gods — Wrath, Desire, and Madness.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 27%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Roguelike 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%

Take command of an 'Age of Sail' ship and her crew, exploring a vast, story-filled world that reacts to your decisions. Engage enemy vessels, fortifications and sea monsters in brutal tactical combat, all framed in an art style inspired by classic Naval Oil Paintings.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 38.2%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Tactical 14.2%, Roguelike 9.5%, Story Rich 8%

Immortal Realms: Vampire Wars is an engaging strategy game set in a dark vampire world in turmoil, that combines empire management and turn-based combat with unique card-game elements.

Why similar: Gothic 27.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Tactical 12.6%

Bleed the world back to life in a series of tactical, turn-based bloodbaths! Lead your STILLAE, elite warriors in the fight to save a dying world from the forces of STASIS. Slay foes, kick them back on the timeline, and trigger chain events where elegance and blood flow as one.

Why similar: Turn-Based 24.3%, Gothic 20.7% ★, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Strategy 7%

Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.2%, Gothic 25.7% ★, Difficult 11.8%, Roguelike 11.3%, Horror 7.5%

Dive deep into this Lovecraft-inspired RTS survival. Assemble your team using different classes, skills, and weaponry. It's up to your squad to survive the onslaught of nightmares that are surely coming your way. Will you find the source of the darkness?

Why similar: Resource Management 31.8%, Tactical 27.9%, Strategy 18.5%, Atmospheric 16.7%, Singleplayer 5.2%

DEAD IN VINLAND is a survival/management game, mixed with RPG and adventure elements, about a Viking family trying their best to survive on a mysterious island.

Why similar: Turn-Based 29.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, RPG 15%, Resource Management 11.5%, Strategy 10.9%

In the dark lands inspired by Slavic myth, life is a struggle for survival against ever increasing odds, be it natural or malevolent. Can you lead your flock to prosperity in this innovative blend of 4X strategy, RPG and card game?

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.6%, RPG 19.9%, Strategy 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 16.6%, Roguelike 8.8%

The Fortress is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler with turn-based combat, mixing strategy and risk. Choose a class, delve into cursed chambers, roll dice to fight brutal enemies, and grab loot. Face tough choices, survive epic bosses, and fight to escape... or fall to the shadows

Why similar: Gothic 28.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Roguelike 12.1%, Horror 9%

Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!

Why similar: Turn-Based 31.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Strategy 12.5%, RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%

Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 15.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Difficult 12.6%, Tactical 12.3%, Hand-drawn 11.8%

Forge your strategy around powerful relics in this turn-based tactical roguelite. Choose your slots, manage their constraints, and face formidable bosses.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.6%, Roguelike 23.8%, Strategy 21.8%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%

Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based 19.7%, RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Difficult 7.9%

Extend your roots, imbibe fresh blood, and expand without end. Roots Devour is a strategic exploration game centered around a card-connecting mechanism. Drive your frenzied roots through swamps and over frozen mountains, invading human cities until the darkness... descends.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 43.1%, Resource Management 13.6%, Horror 12.8%, Strategy 9%, Atmospheric 7.6%

Solve tactical puzzles in constantly changing battles and overcome circumstances that are NEVER in your favor. Defend your commander, win duels, capture points, experiment with your strategy to defeat a superior enemy, and make decisions that affect your story.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Tactical 14.5%, Difficult 13.6%

Fates of Ort is a retro fantasy RPG focused on strategic action, in a land where time is frozen when you stand still. Cast powerful spells - but beware, they will cost you your life.

Why similar: Tactical 44.6%, RPG 25.2%, Story Rich 16.6%, Atmospheric 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Huge, old-school, indie fantasy role-playing adventure. Features an epic story and tactical, turn-based combat. Explore cunning dungeons, hunt for 100s of magical artifacts, and use dozens of magical abilities. Many different endings. Will you save your people or betray them? It's up to you.

Why similar: RPG 28.9%, Turn-Based 26.9%, Strategy 15.5%, Story Rich 12.5%, Indie 8.4%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 22.1%, Difficult 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Tactical 9.7%

A grim medieval deckbuilder where you use your dubious healing methods to protect bizarre villagers from the corrupting influence of ancient evils.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 46.3%, Dark Fantasy 22.4%, Hand-drawn 16.8%, Strategy 7.5%, 2D 3.3%