Games Like Arcanists

The worms are back in their most destructive game yet. With a gorgeous, hand-drawn 2D look, brand new weapons, the introduction of crafting, vehicles and buildings plus the return of some much-loved classic weapons and gameplay, Worms W.M.D is the best worms experience ever.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30%, Multiplayer 27.6%, Strategy 20.2%, Co-op 10.5%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive turn-based artillery game featuring the same destructible terrain and physics-based combat that makes Arcanists so engaging.

Enter a world of magic and battle, where your wits and reflexes will be pushed to their limits! Choose your spells, enter the ever-changing arena and prepare to obliterate all who stand in your way!

Why similar: eSports 29.9% ★, Magic 16.2%, PvP 15.1%, Co-op 13.9%, Multiplayer 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive arena combat game that emphasizes spell-casting, positioning, and outmaneuvering opponents in a confined space.

Those intrepid invertebrates return with a vengeance in the much-loved Worms™ Armageddon. It’s a whole new can of worms! It’s hilarious fun that you can enjoy on your own or with all your friends.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.2%, Multiplayer 27.9%, Strategy 20.8%, Co-op 12.7%, 2D 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic title that perfected the turn-based artillery formula with deep weapon variety and tactical environmental destruction.

Demolish your friends with hundreds of upgradable weapons shot from your customizable tank in this action-packed online multiplayer tanks game. Earn XP to level up and unlock new tanks, weapons, and gear. Fight against or alongside your friends for strategic team or free-for-all matches.

Why similar: Multiplayer 32.3%, Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Co-op 13.2%, 2D 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based artillery game that focuses on massive weapon variety and strategic positioning in a competitive multiplayer setting.

A wizard brawler about spell drafting and beard envy, MageQuit allows up to 10 mages to battle online or locally. Beards grow longer with each kill; the wizard with the longest beard after 9 rounds wins!

Why similar: PvP 31.7%, Magic 30.6%, Multiplayer 24.5%, Strategy 9.9%, Action 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: An arena-based spellcasting game that utilizes physics-heavy combat and chaotic multiplayer interactions similar to Arcanists.

Turn-based strategy, artillery, action and comedy game, featuring the antics of pink hedgehogs with attitude as they battle from the depths of hell to the depths of space.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.9%, Strategy 26.5%, PvP 18.8%, Multiplayer 11.5%, 2D 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play, open-source spiritual successor to the classic artillery genre that mirrors the turn-based destruction mechanics of Arcanists.

Ten years on from Worms™ Armageddon and the turn-based comic mayhem continues in Worms™ Reloaded, an all-new edition available for PC through Steam.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30%, Strategy 28.5%, Multiplayer 23.5%, 2D 7.7%, Co-op 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the quintessential 2D turn-based artillery experience with a high degree of customization and competitive depth.

Worms™ Revolution is the latest game in the classic turn-based strategy series to come to the PC.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.9%, Multiplayer 28.2%, Strategy 26.2%, Co-op 10.9%, Action 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: Introduces physics-based objects and class-based gameplay to the classic artillery formula, adding a layer of strategic complexity.

Worms™ Clan Wars is the biggest and best Worms™ game to date - more worms, larger landscapes, more dynamic water, more weapons and more customisation items than ever before.

Why similar: Multiplayer 42%, Strategy 41.9%, 2D 4.3%, Cartoony 4.2%, Turn-Based Combat 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the turn-based destruction formula with integrated clan support and multiplayer-focused features.

Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.

Why similar: Co-op 41%, Magic 25.1%, Multiplayer 21%, Action 8.2%, Arcade 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a chaotic spell-casting system where environmental interaction and physics play a major role in combat outcomes.

Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!

Why similar: Magic 31%, Co-op 26.1%, Multiplayer 23.5%, Procedural Generation 7.7%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced spell-based combat game that rewards strategic build creation and precise execution of abilities.

Stick Fight is a physics-based couch/online fighting game where you battle it out as the iconic stick figures from the golden age of the internet.

Why similar: Multiplayer 41.5%, PvP 24.5%, Co-op 13.2%, Action 5.9%, Casual 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platforming brawler that captures the chaotic, unpredictable fun of Arcanists' multiplayer matches.

Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.

Why similar: Multiplayer 50.2%, Co-op 16.4%, Retro 13.4%, 2D 8.7%, Action 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, physics-driven multiplayer game that emphasizes quick thinking and weapon usage in a retro-styled arena.

A free multiplayer wizard FPS which features six classes to master with thousands of possible spell loadouts. Choose your class of magic, customize your spell book with dozens of abilities, and battle against others for supremacy in FFA or Conquest, or go solo to survive against waves of the undead.

Why similar: Magic 47.6%, Multiplayer 39%, Action 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer arena combat game centered on spell-casting and tactical movement within a fantasy setting.

ARENA OF KINGS is a fast-paced team arena brawler. Experience MMORPG-style combat without the grind. Create a hero from 10 unique classes. Level up, learn new spells, and collect epic loot. Casual, Ranked, and Tournament game modes. PLAY FOR FREE!

Why similar: eSports 46.8% ★, PvP 23.1%, Multiplayer 14.9%, Character Customization 11.4%, Action 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive arena combat game that emphasizes team-based strategy and diverse spell-casting abilities.

A co-op PvP experience about using your voice to cast spells in the Mage Arena to settle an ages-old feud between sorcerers and warlocks.

Why similar: eSports 36.4% ★, PvP 23.8%, Magic 21.6%, Cartoony 8.1%, Casual 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive spell-casting arena that focuses on fast-paced PvP combat and strategic ability usage.

With your brilliant robe and magic powers, it’s time to build some Tricky Towers! Stack your bricks in this land of fable, whose marvelous tower will be the most stable? Battle your friends and rise to fame, in this frantic physics game.

Why similar: PvP 25.3%, Multiplayer 22.8%, Cartoony 15.8%, Arcade 14.7%, Strategy 13%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based competitive puzzle game that shares the chaotic, turn-based tension and environmental interaction of Arcanists.

BATTLERITE​ ​is​ ​an​ ​action-packed​ ​team​ ​arena​ ​brawler.​ ​Experience​ ​the​ ​unique​ ​combination​ ​of​ top-down​ ​shooter​ meets​ ​fast-paced​ ​fighting​ ​game and challenge ​friends​ ​and​ foes​ ​in​ ​a​ ​battle​ ​of reaction. The Arena awaits!

Why similar: PvP 44.9%, Multiplayer 28.9%, eSports 16.5% ★, Action 5.4%, Strategy 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down arena combat game that focuses heavily on skill-shots, positioning, and spell-based tactical combat.

Gang Beasts is a silly multiplayer party game with surly gelatinous characters, brutal slapstick fight sequences, and absurd hazardous environments, set in the mean streets of Beef City.

Why similar: Multiplayer 50.7%, Co-op 36.4%, Casual 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based multiplayer brawler that relies on environmental hazards and clumsy, hilarious combat mechanics.

An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.

Why similar: eSports 41.1% ★, Multiplayer 21.1%, Co-op 18.2%, Cartoony 10.4%, Casual 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive platform fighter that offers the same accessible, high-energy multiplayer focus found in Arcanists.

Pummel Paladins is a 1v1 brawler with a creative twist. Don't be mistaken, just because the knights lost their weapons doesn't mean they are going to stop their destined duel. Push, parry, utilize the environment and items to outplay your opponent in this retro, dungeon arena!

Why similar: eSports 34.7% ★, PvP 19.2%, Magic 15.3%, Retro 12.7%, Arcade 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired multiplayer combat game that features arcade-style action and competitive arena battles.

A Fantasy MOBA game that focuses on champions summoned from other worlds to fight in the Isekai Wars. Take control of powerful champions, and fight for freedom or domination!

Why similar: eSports 23.7% ★, PvP 20.7%, Magic 15.9%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Co-op 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented strategy game that features competitive multiplayer combat and tactical ability usage.

Arcane Rivals is a combo‑driven, voice‑interactive PvP fighter. Weave hand signs, then speak the spell into your mic to unleash anime‑inspired techniques. Chain, counter, and outplay in fast duels where precision, timing, and clear calls decide the winner.

Why similar: PvP 24%, Magic 23.7%, Co-op 19%, Multiplayer 12.1%, Casual 9%

Battle Brawlers is a fast-paced, globally served RTS game. In 1v1, 2v2 battles, only goal is to strategically place troops and flexibly cast magic spells to defeat enemy's War Gods!

Why similar: PvP 53%, Strategy 47%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive strategy game that incorporates tower-defense elements and multiplayer combat mechanics.

One Tower is a fast-paced head-to-head MOBA pitting two players against each other in epic duels of strategy and skill. Players unleash customized minion waves, command powerful Heroes, and cast potent spells to defend their stronghold against enemy marauders or invade new lands to take down their opponent's tower.

Why similar: eSports 48.1% ★, PvP 21.4%, Strategy 17.6%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Casual 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A strategic lane-based combat game that requires quick thinking and efficient spell management to overcome opponents.

Load your weapons and experience a whole new dimension in destructive turn-based cartoon action!

Why similar: Multiplayer 32.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 30.7%, Strategy 25.9%, Co-op 6.4%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D turn-based artillery game that successfully translates the destructible terrain mechanics into a three-dimensional space.

Imagine taking the perfect online gaming experience and one of the most popular Worms games ever made, adding a touch of Steam achievements, leaderboards, cloud saves, full controller support; a little sprinkle of 1080 / 60FPS, and you have Worms World Party Remastered!

Why similar: Multiplayer 37.7%, Strategy 35.9%, Action 11.7%, Cartoony 10%, 2D 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the turn-based artillery genre that maintains the core mechanics of terrain destruction and strategic weapon use.

Artillery tactics games are back! Grab some friends and get ready for an all out Wizard war! Create your own way of play with tons of unique spells to choose from. With randomly generated terrain and unlimited combinations, you'll never know what will happen next. Completely free to play.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.8%, Magic 23.4%, Strategy 16.8%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Casual 8.4%

Team up with your wizard friends to pillage the magic tower! Create elemental synergies, defeat powerful bosses and claim the tower's treasure in this rogue-like dungeon-raider.

Why similar: Co-op 34.3%, Magic 29.9%, Character Customization 25.8%, Multiplayer 5.2%, Action 4.8%

A strategic fast-paced MOBA-styled game where you play as a team to complete objectives against the opposing team. Play as unique agents with a third-person view and use their abilities to change the outcomes of the chaotic battle arena with various game modes! No pay to win, just pure skill!

Why similar: eSports 23.2% ★, PvP 18.5%, Multiplayer 14.7%, Magic 11.5%, Strategy 10.4%

Mysterious cosmic forces have created the Fightland, and they’ve plucked warriors from across space and time to do battle there. Join with up to 100 other players in this massive team battle arena game where individual skill, squad tactics, and overall teamwork will determine the victor!

Why similar: PvP 19.9%, Arcade 13.8%, Magic 13.5%, Multiplayer 13.5%, Cartoony 13.3%

CAST. FLY. FIGHT. COOPERATE. In intense 3V3 action-strategy battles, summon hundreds of creatures, cast devastating spells, and call upon the might of Titans to rise as the most powerful member of the community of Spellcasters – and shape the fate of the world. Together.

Why similar: Multiplayer 26.3%, PvP 22.5%, Strategy 21.7%, Magic 21.4%, Action 8.2%

This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion.

Why similar: PvP 39.1%, Strategy 22.2%, Multiplayer 20.2%, Casual 10%, 2D 8.5%

Wheelchair Wizards is a 4 player party game where you battle your friends while upgrading your wizard.

Why similar: PvP 34.8%, Magic 26.9%, Multiplayer 8.5%, Cartoony 8.5%, 2D 6.4%

Eternal Battlefield is a free multiplayer royale-style arena game. 4 teams of 2 go head-to-head in an exciting, spell filled arena death match where the last team standing wins. Defeat neutral creeps and enemy players to grow your forces!

Why similar: Strategy 53.1%, Casual 28.6%, Multiplayer 18.2%

League of Masters is a new take on the Auto Chess genre. Our game is a dynamic PvP experience with a deep progression system. Challenge friends and foes in an epic battle of wits that will determine who the true strategist is.

Why similar: eSports 31.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, PvP 15.5%, Magic 12%, Multiplayer 11.5%

ARCANE RUSH: Epic Card Battles. Clash, strategize, dominate!

Why similar: Strategy 30.7%, Casual 17.1%, Multiplayer 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, PvP 13.4%

Mage Noir is a strategy card game. Become true Mages and fight with the power of the elements. Craft your spells and make good use of the shared Mana pool to defeat your opponent.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.6%, PvP 23.1%, Magic 16%, Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%

Mutate and battle a collection of super cute goos in Goo Gladiators. Grow your team and fight others online in strategic auto-battling arenas. Form 'Goo Gangs' with your friends and rise up the leaderboards to become a 'Goo Master'.

Why similar: PvP 27.2%, Strategy 23.7%, Cartoony 18.2%, Character Customization 16.5%, Multiplayer 10.4%

J-Jump Arena is a free-to-play, turn-based elimination party game, in which you'll probably blow yourself up - but still have a good time doing it! Think you’ve got the brains to survive the chaos?

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Character Customization 15.4%, Multiplayer 14.5%, PvP 12.7%, Co-op 11.9%

Summon troops and use magic to defeat mage lords and other foes while surviving attacks from their followers. Learn new spells and recruit troops with unique powers. Venture across the land, battling ever stronger enemies until reaching the evil Mage King.

Why similar: Strategy 30.5%, Arcade 21.9%, Magic 19.6%, Casual 11.5%, 2D 10.9%

Cast & Spell is an action-packed multiplayer game where wizards battle using elemental magic. Fight in PvP duels or team up with friends in co-op modes to defeat monsters. Master different elements and enjoy intense, strategic combat across various game modes.

Why similar: PvP 31.3%, Magic 27.9%, Character Customization 19.3%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Action 7.6%

Spellmasons is a magical, tactical roguelike where you customize your spells. Play solo or team up with your friends in online multiplayer, and explore a deep magic system where clever combinations yield powerfully satisfying results!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.2%, Co-op 17.4%, Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Procedural Generation 12.4%

Draw & cast your spells! Sharpen your magic skills with other players in VR! War of Wizards is a competitive VR MOBA game, where you fight in battles with other players by drawing magic spells. The bigger and more accurate you draw them, the stronger they are!

Why similar: PvP 38.3%, Multiplayer 29.5%, Strategy 23.3%, Action 9%

Craft explosive combos of units and powers to use in head-to-head auto battler combat against friends, other players or challenging AI. Outplay your opponent with strategic maneuvers and watch the battle unfold on a tabletop arena.

Why similar: PvP 28.6%, Multiplayer 25.1%, Strategy 20.1%, Magic 17.2%, Casual 9%

Survive waves of enemies in this horde survival roguelite. Unleash devastating spells, master unique skills, and craft unstoppable builds. Between battles, fortify your tower and unlock powerful upgrades in a strategic meta-game. Will your magic outlast the chaos?

Why similar: 2D 37.9%, Action 35.3%, Casual 26.8%

Lead one of four factions of your choice and defeat all your opponents in fierce card battles with real players from all around the world. Destroy your enemies, reinforce the power of your empire, and comprehend “The Art of War”!

Why similar: Magic 27.8%, Strategy 27.4%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Casual 12.1%, 2D 9.7%

"AutoChess of Gensokyo" is a Touhou Project multi-player AutoChess-Like game. Draw character from the deck, build your combination, upgrade the character, and fight with other players. Keep optimizing your combination to win the game.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.8%, PvP 23.9%, Strategy 17.8%, Magic 8.3%, Cartoony 7.9%

Craft spell cards, collect new effects, and build the perfect deck as you fight through rounds of turn-based combat. Survive randomly-generated dungeon layouts by countering enemy attacks with your own spells, and make the most of the powers and scrolls you pick up along the way.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.3%, Magic 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Strategy 13.6%, Character Customization 9.2%

CO-OP Time survival game with roguelite elements, up to 10 players online

Why similar: Multiplayer 33.5%, Arcade 19.8%, Magic 18.9%, Casual 12.3%, Action 8.4%

ST brings the most intense, tactical-action experience to Steam. Select your custom loadout, plan out strategies and accomplish your objectives. Addictive Survival mode and unrivaled multiplayer including Squads (1 vs 1, 2 vs 2, 2 vs 1)

Why similar: PvP 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Co-op 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Multiplayer 11.3%

BOMBERGROUNDS: Immerse in a free-to-play massive multiplayer action-packed arena inspired by classic bomber games. Dash, bomb, bat, and explode your way to victory. Your realm of relentless arcade action is just a click away—dive in and rule the grounds!

Why similar: PvP 17.1%, Co-op 16.3%, Multiplayer 15.7%, Character Customization 15%, Arcade 9.9%

Fortoresse is a 2D team-based pvp warfare game in the simplest but most efficient fashion! Shoot and conjure blocks at your advantage to lead your team to victory!

Why similar: PvP 35.2%, Multiplayer 30.9%, Strategy 18.8%, Action 9.9%, 2D 5.2%

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 Strategy 27.5%, PvP 18.7%, Character Customization 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Multiplayer 12.9%