Games Like Arco

Iron Danger is a tactical combat puzzler with a unique time manipulation mechanic. A never before seen combination that blends the tactical depth of turn-based games with the exciting action of real-time games.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Bullet Time 16.6% ★, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a time-manipulation combat system that feels very similar to the hybrid real-time and turn-based tactical flow found in Arco.

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 Strategy 35.6%, Choices Matter 15.4%, RPG 14.5%, Story Rich 9.9%, Strategy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the high-stakes decision-making, tactical combat, and unique art style that defines the narrative weight of Arco.

Roadwarden is an illustrated text-based RPG that uses isometric pixel art and combines mechanics borrowed from RPGs, Visual Novels, adventure games and interactive fiction.

Why similar: RPG 24.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Choices Matter 15%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.8%, Story Rich 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title emphasizes exploration and narrative choices in a harsh, unforgiving world, mirroring the atmospheric storytelling of Arco.

Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.

Why similar: RPG 30.4%, Turn-Based Combat 29.1%, Pixel Graphics 22.9%, Story Rich 7.1%, Exploration 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers exceptional pixel art and a deep, story-rich turn-based combat system that feels polished and engaging.

Survive and unveil the mysteries of the Weird West through the intertwined destinies of its unusual heroes in an Action RPG from the co-creators of Dishonored and Prey.

Why similar: Western 40.1% ★, Choices Matter 16.9%, RPG 13.6%, Story Rich 12.8%, Dark 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures a gritty, revenge-focused atmosphere with deep player agency and isometric exploration that aligns well with the themes of Arco.

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 Combat 30.4%, Choices Matter 17.5%, Story Rich 12.8%, RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features a strong focus on difficult moral choices and tactical turn-based combat within a dark, story-rich fantasy setting.

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: Western 26.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the Western-themed tactical combat and revenge-driven narrative structure that makes Arco so compelling.

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: Choices Matter 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Story Rich 15.7%, RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at procedural storytelling and impactful choices, creating a deeply personal narrative journey similar to the character-driven stories in Arco.

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: Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Story Rich 9.4%, RPG 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines tactical combat with long-term consequences and character-driven stories, providing a similar sense of world-building.

Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 36.4%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Story Rich 14.6%, RPG 13.6%, Exploration 7%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides high-quality pixel art and engaging turn-based combat that matches the visual and mechanical polish of Arco.

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: Choices Matter 27.3%, RPG 18.1%, Exploration 14.6%, Story Rich 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on tactical magic and open-world exploration with meaningful choices that affect the game world.

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: Turn-Based Combat 45.5%, Story Rich 19.5%, RPG 12.4%, Exploration 10.4%, Fantasy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern turn-based RPG with a strong focus on narrative, fantasy themes, and high-quality presentation.

After his assassination, the will of the late king decrees the next monarch to be elected by the people. Forge bonds and win over a kingdom divided in this award-winning fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat, party customization with powerful Archetypes, and hours of exploration.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 30.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, RPG 13.3%, Story Rich 12%, Choose Your Own Adventure 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-budget turn-based RPG with a unique fantasy setting and a deep, character-driven story that mirrors the ambition of Arco.

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 Combat 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Strategy 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides deep tactical combat with a strong emphasis on character progression and a serious, story-driven campaign.

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 Combat 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, RPG 17.5%, Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a complex tactical system where player choices have lasting impacts on the political landscape and story.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar adventure-exploration feel with turn-based combat and a distinct pixel-art style set in a historical fantasy world.

Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.1%, Turn-Based Combat 24.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Story Rich 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game features beautiful pixel art combined with a blend of turn-based strategy and exploration that feels very similar to Arco's world-map traversal.

The miserable journey of a broken man...

Why similar: Choices Matter 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, RPG 16.5%, Story Rich 16.4%, Dark 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: It features a dark, revenge-fueled narrative with impactful choices and a distinct, memorable pixel-art aesthetic.

A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.9%, RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Strategy 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on political choices and tactical turn-based battles, where every decision significantly alters the narrative path.

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: RPG 33.7%, Story Rich 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep, mature narrative and tactical combat in a unique, atmospheric setting that rewards careful planning.

Untamed Tactics is a Tactical RPG set in world of colorful animals. Relive the legend of Greycoat’s escape into the untamed Wilds in a tale of lost honor and finding a new home as you fight, talk, and think your way through this beautifully illustrated adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, RPG 10.8%, Story Rich 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features unique tactical combat mechanics and a strong narrative focus that emphasizes player-driven storytelling.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 28.9%, RPG 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG that features significant branching paths and story choices, echoing the narrative complexity of Arco.

Arcadian Atlas is a Tactical RPG about the choices people make for love and power, and how those decisions tear a kingdom apart.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Story Rich 11.8%, RPG 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG with beautiful pixel art and a focus on character-driven narratives and strategic combat.

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 Combat 33.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Story Rich 16%, RPG 15.8%, Strategy 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game features dark fantasy tactical combat with a focus on survival, exploration, and atmosphere.

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: Turn-Based Combat 29.6%, Choices Matter 20.6%, Story Rich 13.5%, RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A steampunk tactical RPG with a strong emphasis on player choice, moral dilemmas, and narrative depth.

The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based rogue-lite RPG in which Arthurian legend meets with sci-fi horror. Recruit mortal heroes to explore lands rife with otherworldly evil, make narrative bending choices in unique interactive encounters, and search for the lost fragments of your soul across the multiverse!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Soundtrack 16.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Story Rich 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines tactical combat with roguelike elements and a mythic, story-rich setting that encourages exploration.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 25.8%, Turn-Based Combat 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Choices Matter 11.3%, RPG 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers tactical turn-based combat set in a dark fantasy world with significant narrative depth and character development.

Earthlock is an indie developed, adventure RPG inspired by the classic 3D RPGs of the late 90's, with a fresh take on turn based combat and character progression.

Why similar: RPG 21.9%, Turn-Based Combat 21.6%, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Adventure 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming turn-based RPG with a focus on party-based combat and world exploration that feels accessible yet deep.

Kor is a retro RPG with a variety of eccentric characters, goofy dialog, and turn-based combat where - in addition to strategizing - players must skillfully execute button combos in order to make attacks!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that captures the pixel-art aesthetic and turn-based combat feel, providing a focused and enjoyable experience.

Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.3%, RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Strategy 13.8%, Story Rich 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features tactical turn-based combat with a dark, stylized art direction that complements its narrative focus.

When a tragic turn of events sets one man down a path of supernatural chaos and revenge, he must brutally hunt down all those who wronged him. Fight and survive through 8 unique story-based scenarios, and try your hand at 40 individually designed turn-based combat missions

Why similar: Western 31.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.6%, Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, RPG 8.7%, Strategy 7.3%

Radix is a tactical RPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. With dark themes but bright characters, this fantasy tale changes depending on how you fight! Your magic can even alter the land itself. Use your timing and skill, rather than your luck, to lead your party home safely each day!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.7%, Choices Matter 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, RPG 9.2%

Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.9%, Choices Matter 15%, Story Rich 12.8%, RPG 9.7%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 26.1%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, RPG 13%, Choices Matter 10.7%

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 Combat 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.9%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Story Rich 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%

A turn-based RPG that is action-oriented but rewards a thoughtful approach. Explore a fantastic land populated by different animal tribes. Follow the main story or hunt for treasures in ancient ruins and mysterious dungeons. Develop your character and gain powerful equipment.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 41.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, RPG 17.6%, Strategy 13.8%, Fantasy 8.3%

A retro-inspired turn-based strategy. Conquer your way across a war-ravaged world to forge a new empire and impart an unprecedented era of peace!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.6%, RPG 13.8%, Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%

In this turn-based RPG, wield powerful legendary instruments, gather mighty riff attacks and save the land from Rick Riffson's devilish goons and musical hybrid monsters!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Soundtrack 18.9% ★, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, RPG 8.3%, Exploration 8.3%

Spark Ignites - A pixel fantasy RPG where the Star God's Blessing grants one wish each century. Orphan Ash and Clover uncover its bloody truth during their pilgrimage. Holding a world-changing secret, will you steal divine power or defy the gods? Every choice writes a new ending.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.2%, RPG 19.1%, Story Rich 11%, Strategy 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

This is a Pixel Tactical Self-Propelled RPG Games The battle system adopts a semi-turn-based design, Quick Battle or Enter the Battlefield? It's time to decide! In this journey full of magic, you will also meet a variety of characters, who may become your allies, or your partners...

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.5%, RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Strategy 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

Heroes of Arca is a unique blend of a turn-based strategy and RPG with an unorthodox combat system that presents a wide choice of battle tactics for the turn-based games' fans.

Why similar: RPG 54.5%, Strategy 45.5%

Wage epic turn-based battles as you follow Daryon and Selene on their quest to find a cure to the all-consuming Corrosion in this grand tale of hope and sacrifice, created by a small team of passionate JRPG lovers.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.4%, Soundtrack 23% ★, Story Rich 12.1%, RPG 11.9%, Exploration 9.7%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 27.1%, RPG 26.6%, Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Fantasy 5.5%

Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.

Why similar: RPG 31.1%, Story Rich 23.8%, Exploration 16.9%, Adventure 15%, Fantasy 13.2%

Dreamed Away is an emotional action-adventure RPG with psychological horror elements. Play as Théo, a boy lost in a dark, mysterious world. Explore a unique reality, duel against darkness in a unique, fast paced combat system and mind your choices.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.8%, Choices Matter 17.2%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Story Rich 11.8%

Embark on an 8-bit style JRPG quest to save Earth. Battle in unique party-based combat mixing real-time action and strategic commands. Join Gio and a team of lively characters as they unearth bizarre global events, forgotten legends, and battle mythical foes to unveil the secrets of Geo Mythica.

Why similar: Nonlinear 19.5%, Exploration 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Story Rich 13.8%, RPG 13.5%

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: RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.4%, Strategy 20%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%

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: Turn-Based Combat 26.8%, Choices Matter 21.2%, Exploration 14.5%, RPG 11.9%, Story Rich 11.8%

"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: Turn-Based Combat 31.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%

The Bell Echoes is a story-driven tactical roguelite. Fight alongside a cast of distinctive companions as you venture deeper into the Corrupted Lands, defeat powerful foes, collect Echoes and memory fragments, and uncover the truth behind the characters and the world.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Turn-Based Combat 23.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Story Rich 11.1%, RPG 9.1%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 26%, Turn-Based Combat 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, RPG 10%

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: Turn-Based Combat 23.2%, Choices Matter 17%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.6%, RPG 11.6%, Story Rich 11.4%

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 39.4%, Strategy 19.7%, Story Rich 17.9%, Adventure 15.1%, Fantasy 7.9%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 25%, Dialogue Heavy 17.7%, Choices Matter 17.3%, Nonlinear 11.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.6%

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: Turn-Based Combat 24.9%, Choices Matter 17.8%, Nonlinear 15.7%, Story Rich 10.6%, Exploration 10.5%

The Nameless: Slay Dragon is like a mix of CRPG and JRPG. In short - how to slay the immensely powerful and cunning evil dragon? You will play as a young man having a bloody feud with a dragon, and face powerful, sinister and tricky enemies with friends....

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Choices Matter 11.8%, RPG 11.1%, Story Rich 9.9%

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: RPG 32.5%, Choices Matter 31.8%, Story Rich 19.3%, Adventure 6.5%, Fantasy 5.2%

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: RPG 26.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Adventure 12.6%, Dark 12.1%

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: Exploration 23.4%, Story Rich 22.9%, RPG 21.9%, Fantasy 11.4%, Adventure 10.9%

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 Combat 28.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, RPG 10.9%, Strategy 8%