- #1 Songs of Conquest
97% matchVery Positive86% of 13,308 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 30%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Strategy 12.8%, Fantasy 10%, Strategy RPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: This modern successor to classic turn-based strategy games features beautiful pixel art and deep tactical combat that feels like a spiritual evolution of the genre.
- #2 Wargroove
96% matchVery Positive83% of 5,236 reviews2019
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.9%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Strategy 14.3%, Multiplayer 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the exact spirit of accessible yet deep turn-based tactical combat on a grid with a charming fantasy aesthetic.
- #3 Fantasy General II
96% matchVery Positive81% of 1,944 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Hex Grid 23.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Turn-Based 16%, Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated hex-based fantasy wargame that emphasizes unit types, terrain bonuses, and campaign progression.
- #4 Battle Brothers
95% matchVery Positive88% of 27,494 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 93.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.4%, Strategy 28.9%, Fantasy 19.6%, Medieval 15.3%, RPG 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: While grittier, its focus on tactical positioning, unit development, and high-stakes turn-based combat makes it a perfect match for Wesnoth veterans.
- #5 Conquest of Elysium 5
94% matchVery Positive90% of 1,765 reviews2021
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Conquest of Elysium 5 is a quick turn based fantasy strategy game with a touch of rogue-like. The game is full of depth, details and monsters. There are also a huge number of factions, each with its own unique gameplay and magic rituals.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 47.1%, Strategy 20.9%, Fantasy 15.2%, Medieval 8%, Multiplayer 6%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a complex, simulation-heavy approach to fantasy strategy that mirrors the depth and variety found in Wesnoth's campaigns.
- #6 King's Bounty: Crossworlds
94% matchVery Positive92% of 1,590 reviews2010
Dev: Katauri InteractivePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
King’s Bounty: Crossworlds is a standalone expansion that includes Armored Princess, two additional campaigns, and a world editor, expanding the classic King’s Bounty formula with new challenges and content.
Why similar: Hex Grid 32.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based 19.2%, Strategy 17.3%, Fantasy 5%
Why You'll Like It: This classic title perfectly blends exploration with tactical, grid-based combat against diverse fantasy creatures.
- #7 Age of Wonders 4
93% matchVery Positive81% of 22,264 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.2 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.4%, Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 12%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Strategy RPG 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers the ultimate fantasy 4X experience with highly detailed tactical battles that reward careful unit management and terrain usage.
- #8 Hero's Hour
92% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,674 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Strategy 10%, Fantasy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: It combines fast-paced turn-based exploration with large-scale tactical battles, capturing the addictive loop of classic strategy games.
- #9 Low Magic Age
91% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 28.7%, Turn-Based 28.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Strategy 8.9%, Strategy RPG 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on D&D-style tactical combat, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy the granular unit mechanics of Wesnoth.
- #10 Card Hunter
91% matchVery Positive86% of 5,302 reviews2015
Dev: The Knights of Unity
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Shuffle your cards and ready your dice - Card Hunter is a fresh new card gaming spin on classic tabletop RPGs. Battle your way through a massive campaign solo or with friends and compete with other players in ranked play and tournaments.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Strategy 13.7%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Fantasy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: It brings a unique tabletop board game aesthetic to tactical combat, focusing on deck-building and grid-based movement.
- #11 ENDLESS™ Legend
90% matchVery Positive83% of 18,996 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
Why similar: Hex Grid 23.3% ★, Turn-Based 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A highly polished 4X strategy game with unique factions and a distinct tactical combat system set in a fascinating fantasy world.
- #12 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
88% matchVery Positive80% of 2,601 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.7%, Dwarves 19.4% ★, Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Fantasy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that focuses on hero development and tactical combat within a rich, evolving fantasy world.
- #13 Pox Nora
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 886 reviews2014
Dev: Desert Owl Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 88.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Delve into classic turn-based strategy gaming with elements of table top miniatures, fantasy RPG and TCG style gameplay all wrapped into one.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Strategy 9.3%, Fantasy 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This hybrid of a collectible card game and a turn-based tactical strategy game offers immense variety in unit abilities and battlefield tactics.
- #14 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 305 reviews2017
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Build an army and lead your heroes into battle in an epic fantasy strategy game. Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes is a turn-based strategy game that will put you right in the middle of war between Humans, Orcs, Goblins, Elves, Dwarves and the undead.
Why similar: Hex Grid 36% ★, Turn-Based 29.3%, Strategy 23.8%, Fantasy 5.7%, Indie 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward hex-based strategy game that captures the core mechanics of unit movement and combat in a fantasy setting.
- #15 SOVL: Fantasy Warfare
86% matchVery Positive88% of 2,619 reviews2023
Dev: Dalen Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
SOVL is a ruleset for playing fantasy wargames. It can be played with miniatures on a table or digitally on Steam.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Dwarves 15.8% ★, Strategy 11.6%, Wargame 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Designed to feel like a digital tabletop wargame, it focuses purely on tactical movement and unit interaction.
- #16 Age of Wonders III
87% matchVery Positive80% of 12,777 reviews2014
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.5%, Strategy 22.9%, Turn-Based 16.1%, Hex Grid 10.3% ★, Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A cornerstone of the fantasy strategy genre that offers robust turn-based combat and deep empire management.
- #17 Age of Conquest IV
86% matchVery Positive82% of 2,815 reviews2016
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 41.3%, Strategy 20.7%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Multiplayer 11.3%, Medieval 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses on map control and turn-based warfare, offering a more macro-focused experience.
- #18 Master of Magic
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,191 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Strategy 16.3%, Fantasy 12%, Strategy RPG 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful remake of the legendary fantasy 4X game that features deep tactical combat and extensive spellcasting options.
- #19 Warlock 2: The Exiled
85% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,296 reviews2014
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Warlock 2 is a turn-based strategy game of fantasy warfare. Rival against Great Mages, lead mighty armies into fierce battles, wield ancient magic and faith as your weapons.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Strategy 22.6%, Fantasy 10.9%, Hex Grid 10.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: A hex-based fantasy strategy game that emphasizes magic and tactical warfare on a grand scale.
- #20 For The King
82% matchVery Positive88% of 43,368 reviews2018
Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.6%, Hex Grid 16.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Strategy 13.6%, Multiplayer 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A blend of tabletop RPG and strategy that emphasizes party-based tactical combat and exploration.
- #21 Duelyst II
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,792 reviews2022
Dev: Dream Sloth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Choose your faction, construct your deck and put your strategy to the test in the evolution of the ultimate collectible tactics game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Strategy 15.9%, Multiplayer 8.4%, Fantasy 7%
Why You'll Like It: A highly tactical card-battler that takes place on a grid, requiring careful positioning and unit synergy.
- #22 Immortal Empire
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 309 reviews2015
Dev: Tactic Studios Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Immortal Empire is a multiplayer tactics role playing game. Control a party of up to 5 immortals as you travel through a unique fantasy world, using spells and strategy to defeat your enemies. Play co-op, versus, or solo through a compelling campaign storyline with fully voiced characters.
Why similar: Strategy 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Multiplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play fantasy strategy game that captures the essence of classic turn-based tactical RPGs.
- #23 Fantasy Wars
82% matchVery Positive86% of 310 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Fantasy Wars is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Combining both classic strategy gameplay and sophisticated 3D graphics players can experience epic battles like never before. Taking place in a fantasy world of Human kingdoms, Orc clans, Dwarfs' citadels and Elven forests the player is thrust into a world of war and...
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.9%, Strategy 22.2%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Hex Grid 21.5% ★, Fantasy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic hex-based strategy game that focuses on campaign-driven fantasy warfare and unit experience.
- #24 Demise of Nations
81% matchVery Positive82% of 546 reviews2017
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.
Why similar: Hex Grid 36.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based 15.1%, Strategy 11.6%, Multiplayer 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that provides a broad view of warfare and empire management in a turn-based format.
- #25 Into the Breach
79% matchVery Positive94% of 21,909 reviews2018
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 31.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.4%, Turn-Based 18.7%, Strategy 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi themed, its focus on perfect information and grid-based tactical puzzles is the gold standard for turn-based strategy fans.
- #26 Wizards and Warlords
79% matchVery Positive83% of 258 reviews2020
Dev: Valravn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wizards and Warlords is an indie turn-based strategy game, where you play in a randomly generated fantasy world, contending with rival wizards, warlords, roaming marauders and hidden ancient evils. Create a customized sovereign or choose from one of many predefined templates.
Why similar: Hex Grid 30.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Strategy 10.7%, Fantasy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, indie-developed fantasy strategy game that focuses on magic systems and tactical combat.
- #27 Braveland Heroes
80% matchMixed54% of 474 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
The famous Braveland series returns! Destroy your enemies in online duels and uncover the secret of the king's scepter in this new turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Hex Grid 32.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Turn-Based 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Multiplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful, hex-based tactical game that is easy to pick up and offers a variety of units to command.
- #28 Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
71% matchVery Positive89% of 16,795 reviews2026
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.8%, Turn-Based 25.9%, Strategy 14%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Fantasy 10.2%
- #29 Eador: Genesis
78% matchVery Positive83% of 452 reviews2013
Dev: Alexey BokulevPub: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Eador: Genesis is an indie turn-based strategy game created by Alexey Bokulev. It has inspired the development of Eador: Masters of the Broken World.Take the role of a mighty Master and shape the destiny of Eador, on land and within the astral plane itself.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 38%, Strategy 25.7%, Turn-Based 21.2%, Fantasy 8.8%, Indie 5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic indie strategy game that features deep campaign progression and turn-based tactical battles.
- #30 Conquest of Elysium 4
77% matchVery Positive89% of 565 reviews2015
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 35.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Conquest of Elysium 4 is a quick turn based fantasy strategy game with a touch of rogue-like. The game is full of depth, details and monsters. There are also a huge number of factions, each with its own unique gameplay and magic rituals.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, Strategy 19.6%, Dwarves 10.9% ★, Fantasy 8.6%
- #31 King's Bounty: The Legend
76% matchVery Positive90% of 3,771 reviews2009
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
King’s Bounty: The Legend is a fan-favorite classic fantasy adventure and an early entry into the modern King’s Bounty era, built around tough battles, smart decisions, and turn-based tactics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26%, Hex Grid 24.9% ★, Strategy 17.3%, Turn-Based 16.1%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #32 Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith
74% matchVery Positive94% of 2,164 reviews2017
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 102.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
In Dominions 5 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to huge titans or large monuments. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.2%, Turn-Based 23.2%, Strategy 18.3%, Fantasy 10.9%, Multiplayer 6.2%
- #33 Age of Wonders
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,029 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Welcome to Age of Wonders, the authentic turn based fantasy strategy classic that started the hit series. Age of Wonders’ intimate atmosphere with painterly graphics still shines today. The game’s fully patched up, start building your fantasy empire today!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.7%, Strategy 22%, Turn-Based 21.5%, Dwarves 12% ★, Fantasy 10.5%
- #34 Deity Empires
75% matchVery Positive86% of 340 reviews2018
Dev: BaileyHausdorff Systems
Windows
Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world.
Why similar: Hex Grid 30.9% ★, Turn-Based 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy 12.5%, Dwarves 9.8% ★
- #35 Chaos Reborn
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,141 reviews2015
Dev: Snapshot Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Turn-based wizard combat with the tactical positioning of chess and the bluff of poker. Features wizard customization, 100s of gear items, single player realm adventures, online leagues and co-op play.
Why similar: Hex Grid 30.9% ★, Turn-Based 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy 10.9%, Fantasy 6.4%
- #36 Heroes of Might & Magic V
73% matchVery Positive88% of 4,224 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Witness the amazing evolution of the genre-defining strategy game as it becomes a next-generation phenomenon, melding classic deep fantasy with next-generation visuals and gameplay. In the renowned Might & Magic universe, demon swarms spread chaos over the land in a relentless assault.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 38.2%, Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based 19.8%, Fantasy 9.1%, Multiplayer 6%
- #37 Realm Grinder
72% matchVery Positive87% of 7,385 reviews2017
Dev: Divine GamesPub: Kongregate
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 131.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Grow your realm, build alliances, and explore one of the deepest idle RPGs ever!
Why similar: Strategy 44.5%, Pixel Graphics 23.3%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Fantasy 6.5%, 2D 5.5%
- #38 Warspear Online
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,093 reviews2017
Dev: Titulum Enterprises Limited
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Create your hero and dive into an epic 2D MMORPG! Explore a vast open world, conquer castles, battle in free-for-all PvP, team up in guilds, join Alliance wars, explore dungeons, and celebrate with fun in-game events!
Why similar: Strategy 25.7%, Fantasy 19%, Multiplayer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Story Rich 8%
- #39 WAKFU
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 10,683 reviews2014
Dev: Ankama StudioPub: Ankama Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Immerse yourself in the WAKFU universe with this free to play MMORPG. Select your class, travel the world, meet adventurers to challenge powerful monsters in epic turn-based battles.Participate in the kingdom’s economy and politics and create your own legend!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 38%, Turn-Based 28.1%, Strategy 12.4%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Fantasy 5%
- #40 Dwarf Fortress
67% matchVery Positive95% of 31,055 reviews2022
Dev: Bay 12 GamesPub: Kitfox Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 38.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Keep your dwarves happy, grow their community and beware of digging too deeply. The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created.
Why similar: Dwarves 62.8% ★, Strategy 33.2%, Fantasy 4%
- #41 Fantasy General II: Prologue
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 108 reviews2020
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this free-to-play turn-based strategy game. Level up and train your units and guide them through the Curse story campaign.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.2%, Strategy 18.8%, Strategy RPG 10%, Fantasy 9.9%, Wargame 9.1%
- #42 Wizard Warfare
70% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2019
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.5%, Hex Grid 22.1% ★, Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based 13.9%, Fantasy 10.3%
- #43 Faeria
70% matchVery Positive84% of 7,195 reviews2017
Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
With its unique living board, Faeria is also the only card game where you can gain all 300 cards in less than 50 hours.
Why similar: Hex Grid 27.1% ★, Strategy 22.4%, Turn-Based 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Multiplayer 10%
- #44 Sword of Convallaria
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,656 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 64.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.7%, Strategy 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.3%
- #45 Warbanners
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 610 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Strategy 9.4%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #46 Urtuk: The Desolation
67% matchVery Positive88% of 2,505 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.
Why similar: Hex Grid 36.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Strategy 6.9%
- #47 Wartales
65% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 43%, Turn-Based 17.6%, Strategy 10.2%, Medieval 8.5%, Multiplayer 7.8%
- #48 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East
69% matchVery Positive93% of 3,200 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
For the first time, play as the Orc faction and recruit heroes, build armies and manage cities as you explore and conquer legendary lands. Use tactics, skills and magic to outsmart fantasy armies while developing your heroes and unveiling the dark plot that threatens to tear the world of Ashan apart.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.9%, Strategy 23.7%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Fantasy 9.2%, Multiplayer 8.7%
- #49 Crowntakers
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 682 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.1% ★, Turn-Based 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Strategy 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.2%
- #50 Last Regiment
66% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2020
Dev: Boomzap Inc
Windows
Engage in epic simultaneous turn-based combat in this fusion of cards and turn-based strategy. Assemble your regiment, claim your territory, and lead your forces to triumph!
Why similar: Hex Grid 27.2% ★, Turn-Based 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%, Strategy 8.6%
- #51 Conquest of Elysium 3
68% matchVery Positive81% of 330 reviews2012
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Conquest of Elysium 3 (CoE3) is a streamlined turn based fantasy strategy game with a touch of rogue-like and the complex undertones of Illwinter's Dominions series. While CoE3 appears to be a simple game with limited options at first glance, delving further into the game reveals a game of complex decision making and risky endeavors.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.1%, Strategy 24.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Dwarves 10.7% ★, Fantasy 8.8%
- #52 Age of Wonders Shadow Magic
67% matchVery Positive89% of 639 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Age of Wonders: Shadow Magic is the third entry in the award winning fantasy strategy series. This fan-favorite enhances the series' praised fusion of empire building, role-playing and tactical combat with the eerie Shadow World and battle with races never before seen, across new and diverse landscapes.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.2%, Turn-Based 23.6%, Strategy 21.2%, Fantasy 11.1%, Multiplayer 5.6%
- #53 The Iron Oath
63% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Strategy 10%, Fantasy 7.6%