- #1 Monomyth
97% matchVery Positive92% of 617 reviews2024
Dev: Rat Tower
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
MONOMYTH is an immersive, first-person dungeon-crawling RPG inspired by the genre's late classics. Embark on a journey through a vast and highly interactive game world as you unravel the mysteries hidden beneath the ancient fortress of Lysandria.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.4%, Open World 18%, Action RPG 14.8%, RPG 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game excels at first-person dungeon crawling with immersive sim elements that feel very similar to the exploration segments of Archaelund.
- #2 Might & Magic X - Legacy
96% matchMixed66% of 3,405 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
After a decade, a Might & Magic® RPG is back with both the unique core formula and a new set of improved and fine-tuned features. The best RPG of its class!In the wake of the spectacular events in Might & Magic® Heroes® VI, you will play in a party of four adventurers entangled in intrigue and political machinations unfolding in...
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.3%, RPG 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.5%, Grid-Based Movement 8.7%, CRPG 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive modern example of grid-based, first-person party exploration that mirrors the core gameplay loop of Archaelund.
- #3 Wizardry 8
96% matchVery Positive90% of 1,195 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-Tech CanadaPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 43%
A New Wizardry for a New GenerationThe universe is in the throes of violent upheaval and change. Vast and mysterious forces are preparing for the final confrontation. A small group of heroes from distant lands must plunge into the heart of the maelstrom, to uncover long-forgotten secrets, and bring about a new era.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based 11.9%, CRPG 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary party-based, turn-based dungeon crawler that serves as a foundational inspiration for the genre.
- #4 Operencia: The Stolen Sun
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 560 reviews2020
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Operencia: The Stolen Sun embraces everything you love about classic first-person dungeon-crawlers, enhancing the old-school turn-based RPG experience with modern sensibilities. Guide a team of memorable characters through a world inspired by Central European mythology.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 14.4%, Grid-Based Movement 12.1%, CRPG 12%
Why You'll Like It: It combines traditional grid-based movement with modern production values and engaging tactical combat.
- #5 The Bard's Tale IV: Director's Cut
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,296 reviews2019
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Bard's Tale IV: Director's Cut is the triumphant return of one of the most iconic RPG series of all-time. Delve into a tactically rich combat system that rewards creativity, solve puzzles to gain treasure and advantages, and discover a beautifully crafted world.
Why similar: RPG 25.9%, Party-Based RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based 19.4%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, CRPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title features high-quality first-person, grid-based movement and tactical turn-based combat in a rich fantasy world.
- #6 Legends of Amberland: The Forgotten Crown
94% matchVery Positive94% of 304 reviews2019
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Legends of Amberland: The Forgotten Crown is a classic western RPG inspired by the games from the 90s. Basically, it’s the kind of game I personally find missing nowadays. Light, fairy tale, epic, heroic, slightly humorous and without the need of endless grind to progress.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.5%, Grid-Based Movement 17.4%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, CRPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the classic party-based, grid-based exploration feel with a focus on open-world discovery.
- #7 The Quest
93% matchVery Positive86% of 536 reviews2016
Dev: Redshift Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The Quest is a beautifully hand-drawn open world role playing game with old school grid-based movement, turn based combat and intricate quests. Explore a huge world, full of challenging mysteries and dangerous monsters!
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 26.8%, Dungeon Crawler 21%, RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based 10.6%, Open World 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic open-world, first-person, grid-based RPG that offers a vast world to explore at your own pace.
- #8 Low Magic Age
92% matchVery Positive89% of 3,458 reviews2017
Dev: Low Magic Studios
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.6%, Turn-Based 21%, Grid-Based Movement 20.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, CRPG 14.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on tactical turn-based combat based on D&D rules, perfect for fans of the combat in Archaelund.
- #9 Dungeon Kingdom: Sign of the Moon
91% matchMixed66% of 164 reviews2015
Dev: Hydro Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dungeon Kingdom: Sign of the Moon is a modern real-time dungeon crawling RPG. Immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure in the lands of Pohe Fakesys and investigate the cause of the returning chaos and darkness.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 35.6%, Dungeon Crawler 34.7%, RPG 16.6%, Fantasy 5.5%, Adventure 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated first-person dungeon crawler that utilizes grid-based movement and environmental puzzles.
- #10 Dawn of the Ashen Queen
90% matchVery Positive82% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: Shattered Moon Games
Windows
Dawn of the Ashen Queen is a classic grid-based dungeon crawler. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you in your mission.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.8%, Grid-Based Movement 19.4%, CRPG 16.2%, Dungeon Crawler 15.3%, RPG 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a focused experience on exploration and grid-based movement within a classic CRPG framework.
- #11 Aeon of Sands - The Trail
91% matchVery Positive87% of 114 reviews2018
Dev: Two Bits Kid
Windows · Mac · Linux
Aeon of Sands – The Trail is a roleplaying game set in a post-apocalyptic desert world. It combines real-time exploration gameplay with classic gamebooks where you create your very own non-linear story adventure.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 23.3%, Party-Based RPG 23%, Dungeon Crawler 18.3%, CRPG 11%, RPG 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A strong focus on grid-based exploration and party management in a unique, atmospheric desert setting.
- #12 Ludus Mortis
89% matchVery Positive89% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: 68k Studios
Windows · Linux
Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler set in a Dark Fantasy version of the Imperial Rome. Create and develop your party, explore catacombs, manage your Gladiatorial School and fight demons and undead to free Rome. Inspired by old-school cRPG from the 80s and 90s.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27%, Grid-Based Movement 22.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.4%, CRPG 14.9%, RPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes grid-based movement and strategic character development.
- #13 StarCrawlers
89% matchVery Positive83% of 899 reviews2017
Dev: Juggernaut Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
StarCrawlers is a modern take on a classic cRPG dungeon crawler set in a gritty spacepunk universe. Build a crew of renegade adventurers on the fringes of space, taking jobs from megacorps to hunt bounties, sabotage rivals and conduct corporate espionage.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 25%, Grid-Based Movement 20.5%, CRPG 14.8%, Turn-Based 13.1%, RPG 13%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a first-person dungeon crawling experience paired with a robust tactical turn-based combat system.
- #14 Crystal Project
87% matchVery Positive92% of 2,480 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 53.1%, RPG 17%, Fantasy 10%, Third Person 8.5%, Adventure 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a massive open world to explore with a highly tactical turn-based combat system that emphasizes party composition.
- #15 Stellar Tactics
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,678 reviews2026
Dev: Don WilkinsPub: Maverick Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.4%, CRPG 21.7%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Open World 10%, Dark Humor 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines deep party-based tactical combat with extensive exploration across a vast, open-ended universe.
- #16 Eschalon: Book I
88% matchVery Positive86% of 412 reviews2009
Dev: Basilisk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Eschalon: Book I is an old-school role-playing game that will take you across massive outdoor environments and deep into dozens of sprawling dungeons as you seek to uncover the mystery of who you are. It features a tile-built, turn-based game world where the result of absolutely every action is rolled, calculated or statistically...
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.2%, RPG 34.1%, CRPG 14.6%, Fantasy 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic isometric turn-based RPG that captures the same old-school spirit and exploration focus.
- #17 Exiled Kingdoms
86% matchVery Positive90% of 1,112 reviews2018
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!
Why similar: RPG 24.7%, Open World 22.4%, Dungeon Crawler 22%, Adventure 9.3%, Fantasy 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG that provides a similar sense of adventure and party-based progression.
- #18 Geneforge 1 - Mutagen
85% matchVery Positive94% of 437 reviews2021
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22.7%, Turn-Based 18.8%, CRPG 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15%, Grid-Based Movement 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep party-based tactical combat and a focus on exploration within a unique fantasy world.
- #19 Dread Delusion
83% matchVery Positive90% of 5,040 reviews2024
Dev: Lovely HellplacePub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Dread Delusion is an open world RPG brimming with strange places and dark perils. Carve your own path through the flying continents of a shattered land. Discover curious towns, unearth occult secrets, master powerful magic - and change the world through your choices.
Why similar: Open World 23.2%, RPG 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Story Rich 9.3%, First-Person 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG that captures a similar sense of discovery and dark fantasy atmosphere.
- #20 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
84% matchVery Positive84% of 673 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.3%, Party-Based RPG 22.6%, Grid-Based Movement 22.5%, RPG 10.5%, Fantasy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that prioritizes party strategy and tactical combat encounters.
- #21 AntharioN
84% matchMixed69% of 190 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: Turn-Based 20.5%, Party-Based RPG 18.8%, CRPG 14.4%, Dungeon Crawler 12.9%, RPG 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: An indie party-based, turn-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and classic questing.
- #22 Dark Envoy
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 866 reviews2023
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Lead a party of relic hunters in an epic cRPG adventure set in a war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world. Experiment with a tactical slo-mo and a modern combat system!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.6%, CRPG 16.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.7%, Action RPG 8.5%, Dark Fantasy 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features tactical party-based combat and exploration in a steampunk-infused fantasy setting.
- #23 Infinite Adventures®
82% matchVery Positive90% of 136 reviews2018
Dev: Stormseeker Games
Windows
Infinite Adventures® is a turn-based, first-person dungeon crawler with deep party customization, strategic combat, and a fully voiced story. Inspired by classic RPGs for a nostalgic yet modern gameplay experience. Assemble your party and explore the Labyrinth to discover the truths of your past.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.9%, Grid-Based Movement 18.1%, Dungeon Crawler 17.8%, Turn-Based 15.2%, RPG 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based dungeon crawler with a heavy emphasis on character customization and turn-based combat.
- #24 New Arc Line
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 719 reviews2024
Dev: DreamatePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Take a stand in the eternal conflict between Arcane Magic and Steampunk Revolution and tip the uneasy balance between sorcery, elves, dwarves and mysterious monsters on one side and steampunk gadgets, zeppelins, and tesla guns on the other in this single-player, party-based, story-rich RPG.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.1%, CRPG 27.3%, RPG 10.6%, Fantasy 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich, tactical, party-based RPG that offers deep character progression.
- #25 Fabled Lands
80% matchVery Positive80% of 535 reviews2022
Dev: Prime Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Fabled Lands is a challenging old-school narrative RPG set in an open world. Complete quests, fight, trade goods and develop your character. Explore a vast land of adventure: travel across the war-torn kingdom, survive the plains of howling darkness, and escape the Court of Hidden Faces.
Why similar: CRPG 38.4%, Open World 25.7%, RPG 14.9%, Story Rich 10.8%, Fantasy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world, choose-your-own-adventure style RPG that encourages exploration and non-linear questing.
- #26 Zavix Tower
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 343 reviews2016
Dev: Batholith EntertainmentPub: Indie Voyage
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based 18.7%, Grid-Based Movement 15.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.4%, RPG 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style dungeon crawler that focuses on party building and turn-based tactical battles.
- #27 The Darkness Below
78% matchVery Positive83% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: ELEFTHERIADIS SAVVAS
Windows · Linux
Embark on an epic journey into "The Darkness Below", a homage to the golden era of 90's cRPGs, with grid-based movement, turn-based combat and 2.5D perspective. Wander a vast and colorful fantasy world filled with puzzles, exotic creatures, forgotten dungeons and ancient guardians.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.2%, Grid-Based Movement 19.7%, CRPG 18.3%, Dungeon Crawler 16.7%, RPG 8%
- #28 Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
76% matchVery Positive88% of 31,665 reviews2025
Dev: QuestlinePub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Median: 15.0 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.
Why similar: Open World 23%, RPG 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Action RPG 11.9%, Third Person 8.1%
- #29 A Kobold Story : Trenchcoat Adventurer
78% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Crystal Spider Games
Windows
Join three hungry Kobolds (and several Trenchcoats) in a hand-drawn, classical dungeon-crawling adventure to be Great Heroes - but mostly to find Shiny Things and Eat Good Food!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.1%, Grid-Based Movement 20%, CRPG 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.9%, RPG 7.1%
- #30 Heroes of a Broken Land
81% matchVery Positive86% of 229 reviews2014
Dev: Winged Pixel Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A Broken Land, shattered by the Wizards of old, the Fragments of the Old World are adrift in the Void. You must visit and restore each Fragment of the Void, only then can the World be rebuilt. However you are trapped in a crystal body, unable to act alone. Heroes of a Broken Land is a turn-based, dungeon crawling, town management RPG.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25%, RPG 21.8%, Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Grid-Based Movement 14.6%, Party-Based RPG 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features procedural dungeon crawling combined with turn-based combat and party management.
- #31 Age of Reforging: The Freelands
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,276 reviews2025
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Party-Based RPG 29.7%, Open World 16.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, CRPG 12.1%, RPG 9%
- #32 Cyclopean: The Great Abyss
77% matchVery Positive89% of 157 reviews2025
Dev: Schmidt Workshops
Windows
Cyclopean: The Great Abyss is a small scale, mechanics driven CRPG/Roguelike in a retro, monochromatic style, that takes place in the underworld of H.P. Lovecraft's Dreamlands.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.5%, Grid-Based Movement 18.5%, Dungeon Crawler 15.9%, CRPG 15.5%, Lovecraftian 9.8%
- #33 Nox Archaist
79% matchVery Positive86% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: 6502 Workshop
Windows · Mac
An 8-bit RPG modeled after the iconic games of the 1980s. You control a party of adventurers who travel the Realm, talk to NPCs in towns and castles, explore dungeons, and fight monsters as you seek to save the world from a terrible danger.
Why similar: CRPG 26.9%, Party-Based RPG 26.5%, Open World 13.8%, RPG 12.1%, Fantasy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A modern love letter to classic CRPGs that features turn-based combat and a nostalgic exploration feel.
- #34 Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 783 reviews2025
Dev: AtomTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Swordhaven is a party‑based low‑magic fantasy cRPG with a deep character creation system, rich storytelling, and seamless turn‑based/RTwP combat. Explore Nova Drakonia, uncover ancient secrets, meet hundreds of NPCs with unique quests, and shape the fate of the world through your choices.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.3%, CRPG 23.6%, Action RPG 10.2%, RPG 8.2%, Fantasy 8%
- #35 THYSIASTERY
74% matchVery Positive81% of 266 reviews2026
Dev: DIRGA
Windows · Linux
THYSIASTERY is a dungeon crawler RPG featuring traditional roguelike and turn-based gameplay. Command a party of bearers of the Brand, drawn into a vast Labyrinth. Recruit while exploring the Labyrinth in hope of finding a way out, and its secrets will be revealed as you delve deeper.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22%, Turn-Based 20.7%, Dungeon Crawler 17.8%, Grid-Based Movement 16.3%, RPG 7.6%
- #36 The Doors of Trithius
75% matchVery Positive94% of 883 reviews2021
Dev: Jake Donkersgoed
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The Doors of Trithius is an open-world RPG roguelike. Engage in tactical turn-based combat in a living world of warring factions, wandering behemoths, and ancient magic. Level your skills, cook, craft, and explore dungeons. Will you follow the story, or let adventure be your guide?
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.9%, Open World 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, CRPG 18%, RPG 8.3%
- #37 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,517 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: Party-Based RPG 26.7%, CRPG 18.9%, Lovecraftian 10.3%, Story Rich 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 8%
- #38 Old School RPG
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 54 reviews2024
Dev: Head Buzz Games, LLC
Windows
Old School RPG is a first-person fantasy role playing game. It is heavily influenced by The Bard's Tale, Might and Magic and Wizardry series of games. Create a party of adventurers and clear out dungeons and solve puzzles. Find and eliminate the source of evil that has come to your lands.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 54.5%, Dungeon Crawler 19%, RPG 13.4%, Fantasy 5.8%, First-Person 4.2%
- #39 Veterum
74% matchVery Positive92% of 138 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: Grid-Based Movement 35.7%, RPG 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Open World 15.1%, Fantasy 12.2%
- #40 Wartales
73% matchVery Positive86% of 34,811 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 51.8 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: Party-Based RPG 36.8%, Open World 22%, Turn-Based 14.7%, RPG 14.5%, Adventure 3.8%
- #41 Of Ash and Steel
72% matchMixed65% of 6,426 reviews2025
Dev: Fire & FrostPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 30.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Of Ash and Steel is an immersive third-person open-world RPG created by a passionate team that values the essence of classic old-school RPGs and modern design. Explore the lands of a once-prosperous island, hone your combat skills, and survive in the unforgiving realm of the Kingdom of the Seven.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.5%, RPG 18.5%, Open World 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Adventure 9.4%
- #42 Zoria: Age of Shattering
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 620 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 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: Party-Based RPG 22.6%, Turn-Based 17.7%, CRPG 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 14.5%, RPG 7.9%
- #43 A Quest That Became Legend
71% matchVery Positive85% of 98 reviews2023
Dev: Neon Light Studio
Windows
A Quest That Became Legend is a game inspired by old school RPG classics, with turn based combat and an open world environment. Set out on an epic quest to defeat the dark conjurers and save your world from destruction.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19%, Open World 12.9%, RPG 10.2%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #44 Avernum: Escape From the Pit
72% matchVery Positive92% of 1,297 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: Party-Based RPG 25.8%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Grid-Based Movement 13.3%, RPG 12.9%, CRPG 12.9%
- #45 The Iron Oath
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 900 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 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: Party-Based RPG 27.3%, Turn-Based 19.4%, CRPG 18.2%, Open World 12%, RPG 8.5%
- #46 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 267,104 reviews2025
Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
Windows
Median: 32.4 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 28.5%, Story Rich 14.4%, Fantasy 13%, RPG 12.6%, Action RPG 8.3%
- #47 Vaporum
70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,047 reviews2017
Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.
Why similar: CRPG 19%, Dungeon Crawler 17.7%, Grid-Based Movement 17.6%, Action RPG 8.6%, RPG 7.8%
- #48 Dungeon Of Dragon Knight
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 352 reviews2019
Dev: HexGameStudio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Dungeon of Dragon Knight is a retro dungeon crawler RPG in modern visual design. Pointed by a mysterious witch, your party will descend into a dungeon with traps and monsters in search of the evil Dragon Knight and his treasure weapon. Or, are you fooled by the witch?
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 25.9%, Party-Based RPG 24.1%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, RPG 9.4%, Fantasy 6.5%
- #49 Lawless Lands
70% matchVery Positive88% of 114 reviews2020
Dev: Corrosive Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Lawless Lands is a dark medieval role-playing game featuring a grim setting and innovative mechanics that allow players to delve into a low-fantasy, apocalyptic world of epic proportions. Defy and destroy the darkness that has taken hold over these Lawless Lands.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.1%, CRPG 15.8%, Open World 13.6%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.8%
- #50 Black Geyser: Couriers of Darkness
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,009 reviews2022
Dev: GrapeOcean TechnologiesPub: V Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Black Geyser is an isometric, party-based fantasy RPG inspired by genre classics. Recruit characters with unique personalities and explore a land ravaged by civil war and a mysterious curse of greed. Your choices, good or evil, will decide the fate of the Kingdom of Isilmerald.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 32.7%, CRPG 23%, Open World 14.2%, RPG 9.7%, Fantasy 7.7%
- #51 Serpent in the Staglands
71% matchMixed66% of 205 reviews2015
Dev: Whalenought Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A true role-playing adventure. Set in the icy Staglands, this party-based CRPG has you take the role of a trapped god on a perilous journey across a beautiful, deadly peninsula.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.2%, CRPG 23.6%, RPG 14.8%, Open World 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.8%
- #52 Avadon 3: The Warborn
69% matchVery Positive91% of 130 reviews2016
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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: CRPG 18%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, RPG 16.4%, Grid-Based Movement 16.4%, Turn-Based 13.1%
- #53 Avernum 3: Ruined World
69% matchVery Positive84% of 334 reviews2018
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Wander free through this epic, indie fantasy adventure. Explore a huge world that evolves as time passes. Towns fight battles. Refugees flee. Disasters happen. Features cunning adventures, great depth, and unlimited freedom. Be a merchant or bounty hunter, buy a home, save the world!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23%, CRPG 22.2%, RPG 18.8%, Grid-Based Movement 14%, Fantasy 7.6%
- #54 Glorious Companions
67% 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: Party-Based RPG 32.4%, Turn-Based 27.6%, Open World 13.3%, RPG 8.9%, Dark Fantasy 7.7%
- #55 Terra Randoma
66% matchVery Positive90% of 164 reviews2024
Dev: Deniz K.
Windows
Terra Randoma is a turn-based roguelike RPG in a procedurally generated open world. Travel a world full of curiousity and perilous dungeons. Develop your character however you want with skills, talent stones and randomized items while you discover an ancient secret.
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.4%, Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Open World 17.9%, Grid-Based Movement 16.4%, RPG 7.2%
- #56 Erenshor
63% matchVery Positive94% of 1,977 reviews2025
Dev: Burgee Media
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Erenshor is a single player RPG with the soul of a classic MMO - built for players who miss the journey. Partner up with Erenshor's signature SimPlayers and explore an open world where every reward comes with a story. Discover thousands of items, quests, raids, and secrets - all at your own pace.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.3%, RPG 16%, Open World 14.4%, Fantasy 11.6%, Third Person 8.7%
- #57 The Altered Lands
68% matchMixed62% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: VoidCompiler
Windows
Start your journey in a dark fantasy world. Prepare to face challenging enemies with Swords, Bows and powerful Magics. Choose your path! Fight, Craft, Explore and find out the dark secret of The Altered Lands.
Why similar: CRPG 22.7%, Open World 18.4%, Action RPG 13%, RPG 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%
- #58 Naudrion: Fall of The Empire
68% matchMixed66% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Aleksey Skvortsov
Windows
Dark fantasy RPG with open world. Together with Markus, you can experience an unforgettable journey, any of your actions may have consequences.
Why similar: Open World 27.6%, CRPG 18.5%, Fantasy 12.3%, Third Person 11.6%, Action RPG 11.1%
- #59 Shores Unknown
68% matchMixed69% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: VallynnePub: Hitcents
Windows
A turn-based RPG with deep character-driven combat, and a story written by Final Fantasy veterans. Finding yourself on the wrong side of the Crown, you and your companions must fight or perish. Build a team of mercenaries, forge alliances, and explore distant lands.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 32.4%, CRPG 26.5%, RPG 8.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.5%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #60 Stoneshard
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 34,341 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34%, RPG 24.5%, Dungeon Crawler 21.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%, Open World 8.5%