- #1 Songs of Conquest
97% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 30.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Strategy 12.9%, Fantasy 10%, Strategy RPG 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the classic fantasy turn-based strategy feel with beautiful pixel art and deep tactical combat.
- #2 Wargroove
96% matchVery Positive83% of 5,221 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 14.7%, Strategy 14.5%, Multiplayer 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game is the closest modern mechanical successor to the tactical movement and unit-capture style of Wesnoth.
- #3 Battle Brothers
96% matchVery Positive88% of 27,117 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Strategy 37.8%, Fantasy 25.6%, Medieval 19.9%, Story Rich 8%, RPG 5%
Why You'll Like It: While grittier, it offers unparalleled tactical depth and unit management that will appeal to any Wesnoth veteran.
- #4 Fantasy General II
95% matchVery Positive81% of 1,900 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.1 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 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated hex-based tactical game that focuses heavily on fantasy unit types and terrain advantages.
- #5 Conquest of Elysium 5
94% matchVery Positive89% of 1,662 reviews2021
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 33.2 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 21%, Fantasy 15.2%, Medieval 8%, Multiplayer 6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a massive, complex fantasy world with a focus on unique faction mechanics and strategic depth.
- #6 Age of Wonders III
94% matchVery Positive80% of 12,750 reviews2014
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.1 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 29.7%, Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based 16.2%, Hex Grid 10.3% ★, Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly balances 4X empire management with deep, turn-based tactical battles on a hex grid.
- #7 Hero's Hour
93% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,658 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 21.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Strategy 10.1%, Fantasy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced turn-based strategy game that retains the charm of classic fantasy exploration and tactical combat.
- #8 Low Magic Age
92% matchVery Positive89% of 3,411 reviews2017
Dev: Low Magic Studios
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.5 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 31.5%, Turn-Based 31.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%, Medieval 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game translates D&D-style tactical combat into a grid-based system that feels very familiar to Wesnoth players.
- #9 Chaos Reborn
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,136 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 30.8% ★, Turn-Based 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy 11%, Fantasy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Created by the designer of the original Chaos, it offers intense tactical fantasy combat with a focus on spellcasting and positioning.
- #10 Fantasy Wars
91% matchVery Positive86% of 308 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.6 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 22.3%, Turn-Based 22%, Hex Grid 21.4% ★, Fantasy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A pure hex-based tactical strategy game that focuses on fantasy armies and terrain-based combat.
- #11 SOVL: Fantasy Warfare
89% matchVery Positive88% of 2,545 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 30%, Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Fantasy 10.6%, Multiplayer 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A tabletop-inspired strategy game that focuses on movement and positioning in a fantasy environment.
- #12 King's Bounty: The Legend
90% matchVery Positive90% of 3,682 reviews2009
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.0 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 26.3%, Hex Grid 24.6% ★, Strategy 17.7%, Turn-Based 16%, Fantasy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes army composition and turn-based combat on a hex grid.
- #13 Immortal Empire
89% 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 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Turn-Based 19.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Multiplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play fantasy strategy game that captures the spirit of classic turn-based tactical titles.
- #14 Age of Wonders 4
86% matchVery Positive81% of 21,784 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.4 hrsMean: 58.8 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 35.7%, Strategy 17.7%, Fantasy 12.1%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Strategy RPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: The latest evolution in the series, offering deep customization and tactical combat in a high-fantasy setting.
- #15 Age of Conquest IV
88% matchVery Positive82% of 2,804 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 20.8%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Multiplayer 11.3%, Medieval 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, accessible hex-based strategy game that emphasizes map control and war.
- #16 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
87% matchMostly Positive77% of 304 reviews2017
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.1 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 35.9% ★, Turn-Based 29.2%, Strategy 23.9%, Fantasy 5.7%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated hex-grid strategy game that simplifies tactical combat for quick, satisfying sessions.
- #17 Master of Magic
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,174 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.3 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 18.1%, Strategy 16.4%, Fantasy 12%, Strategy RPG 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This remake of the legendary 4X game offers deep fantasy strategy and tactical combat that defined the genre.
- #18 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
84% matchVery Positive88% of 6,240 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 Strategy 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based 15.7%, Fantasy 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: While more RPG-focused, its grid-based tactical combat is exceptionally deep and rewarding for strategy fans.
- #19 Elven Legacy
85% matchMostly Positive74% of 189 reviews2009
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
This sequel to Fantasy Wars continues its story after banishing the archdemon. The shadows of destruction begin to loom on the horizon once a human mage uncovers a dark and powerful secret dating back to the remote past of the Elven race.
Why similar: Strategy 58.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 34.7%, RPG 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic hex-based strategy game that focuses on tactical hero-led combat within a fantasy world.
- #20 The Banner Saga
83% matchVery Positive89% of 15,850 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 37.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.6%, Strategy 15.4%, Fantasy 6.3%, Tactical 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique tactical combat system and a heavy emphasis on narrative consequences in a fantasy setting.
- #21 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
81% matchVery Positive94% of 9,639 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Strategy 10.5%, Strategy RPG 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers highly complex turn-based tactical combat with deep character customization and progression systems.
- #22 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
80% matchVery Positive81% of 2,560 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 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 30.2%, Dwarf 18.5% ★, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Fantasy 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that blends 4X elements with tactical combat and hero progression.
- #23 Age of Wonders
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,021 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 16.1 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 26.9%, Strategy 22.3%, Turn-Based 21.6%, Dwarf 11.4% ★, Fantasy 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: The original title in the series remains a fantastic example of classic fantasy turn-based strategy.
- #24 Wizards and Warlords
81% matchVery Positive84% of 257 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 18.1%, Strategy 10.7%, Fantasy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: An indie 4X fantasy strategy game that focuses on the macro-management of magical empires.
- #25 Disciples: Liberation
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,871 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 40%, Strategy 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Tactical 7.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy strategy RPG that features turn-based combat and a focus on army building.
- #26 Demise of Nations
79% matchVery Positive81% of 542 reviews2017
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.4 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 35.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based 15.2%, Strategy 11.6%, Multiplayer 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that provides a grand-scale experience with turn-based mechanics.
- #27 Tactical Nexus
78% matchVery Positive96% of 235 reviews2019
Dev: Team-Tactical Nexus
Windows
Niche Puzzle RPG that can be played for 10,000 hours. A resource management game with overwhelming "functionality" to conquer games with overwhelmingly high difficulty. This game is inspired by Tower of the Sorcerer. (The free main package can only be played for just 1000 hours.)
Why similar: Strategy 58%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Indie 15.4%, RPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging tactical game that focuses on pure strategy and puzzle-like combat scenarios.
- #28 Duelyst II
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,777 reviews2022
Dev: Dream Sloth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 18.3%, Strategy 16%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Fantasy 7%
- #29 Card Hunter
77% matchVery Positive86% of 5,289 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 31%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Strategy 13.9%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Fantasy 10%
- #30 Pox Nora
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 881 reviews2014
Dev: Desert Owl Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 86.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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 21.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Strategy 9.4%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #31 Conquest of Elysium 4
77% matchVery Positive89% of 564 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 28.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Strategy 20%, Dwarf 9.7% ★, Fantasy 8.7%
- #32 Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith
74% matchVery Positive94% of 2,163 reviews2017
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 101.8 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 35.3%, Turn-Based 23.2%, Strategy 18.2%, Fantasy 10.9%, Multiplayer 6.2%
- #33 King's Bounty: Crossworlds
75% matchVery Positive92% of 1,546 reviews2010
Dev: Katauri InteractivePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 23.1 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 33% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.3%, Turn-Based 19.2%, Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 5.1%
- #34 WAKFU
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 10,640 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 38.1%, Turn-Based 28%, Strategy 12.5%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Fantasy 5%
- #35 ENDLESS™ Legend
73% matchVery Positive84% of 18,949 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.6 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%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Strategy 17.7%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #36 Sword of Convallaria
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,577 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 62.4 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 37.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 23%, Strategy 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%
- #37 Eador: Genesis
73% matchVery Positive83% of 447 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 37.9%, Strategy 25.8%, Turn-Based 21%, Fantasy 8.7%, Indie 5.2%
- #38 Deity Empires
71% matchVery Positive86% of 338 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 31.3% ★, Turn-Based 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 12.7%, Dwarf 8.6% ★
- #39 Thea: The Awakening
71% matchVery Positive88% of 3,754 reviews2015
Dev: MuHa Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Thea: The Awakening is a turn-based strategic survival game inspired by the Slavic mythology and set in a procedural dark fantasy world infused with non-linear story and unique combat system.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Hex Grid 20.9% ★, Strategy 15.9%, Fantasy 7.5%
- #40 Braveland Heroes
72% matchMixed54% of 473 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 63.8 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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 18.7%, Turn-Based 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%, Multiplayer 6.6%
- #41 Dogs of War Online
73% matchMixed64% of 710 reviews2014
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Dogs Of War Online is a multiplayer tactical game, based on the classic board game "Confrontation". Build your own company of mercenaries from the wide range of units available and challenge thousands of players in intense battles.
Why similar: Strategy 30.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.6%, Turn-Based 21%, Hex Grid 9.3% ★, Multiplayer 7.5%
- #42 Conquest of Elysium 3
72% matchVery Positive81% of 329 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 30.4%, Strategy 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Dwarf 9.5% ★, Fantasy 8.9%
- #43 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East
70% matchVery Positive92% of 3,154 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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 23.8%, Turn-Based 22%, Fantasy 9.2%, Multiplayer 8.7%
- #44 Urtuk: The Desolation
68% matchVery Positive88% of 2,484 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.8 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 36.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Strategy 6.9%
- #45 Warbanners
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 603 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 22.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Strategy 9.5%, Fantasy 6.9%
- #46 Waven
66% matchVery Positive80% of 5,041 reviews2023
Dev: Ankama StudioPub: Ankama Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 35.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Forge your own destiny! Choose your character, equip your best spells and sail from island to island in quest of fortune and glory. Level up your hero and your strategy in this free-to-play tactical multiplayer RPG with unique colorful graphics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.2%, Multiplayer 19.9%, Fantasy 17.9%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Strategy 6.8%
- #47 Wizard Warfare
69% matchVery Positive98% of 60 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 28.6%, Hex Grid 22.1% ★, Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based 13.9%, Fantasy 10.3%
- #48 The Iron Oath
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 889 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 21.9%, Turn-Based 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Strategy 10.1%, Fantasy 7.7%
- #49 Caves of Qud
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,086 reviews2024
Dev: Freehold GamesPub: Kitfox Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Inhabit a deeply-simulated science fantasy world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Build a character from over a hundred mutations and cybernetics. The award-winning sandbox roguelike & RPG full of robots, deep lore, and sentient plants.
Why similar: Turn-Based 66.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Story Rich 4.7%, RPG 2.6%
- #50 Dwarf Fortress
64% matchVery Positive95% of 30,806 reviews2022
Dev: Bay 12 GamesPub: Kitfox Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 38.4 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: Dwarf 60.6% ★, Strategy 35.2%, Fantasy 4.2%
- #51 Warlock 2: The Exiled
70% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,292 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 22.7%, Fantasy 10.9%, Hex Grid 10.7% ★
- #52 Legends of Callasia
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 287 reviews2016
Dev: Boomzap Inc
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Choose your faction. Choose your heroes. Choose your troops. Conquer lands, create kingdoms, and destroy your enemies. All the lands of Callasia are yours to dominate in this original strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 29.6%, Strategy 14.5%, Fantasy 10%, Wargame 7.6%
- #53 Crowntakers
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 681 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 14.2%, Strategy 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.3%
- #54 Heroes of Might & Magic V
68% matchVery Positive88% of 4,179 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 25.5 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 38.3%, Strategy 20%, Turn-Based 19.8%, Fantasy 9.1%, Multiplayer 6%
- #55 Fantasy General II: Prologue
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 105 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 37.7%, Strategy 19.1%, Fantasy 10%, Strategy RPG 9.7%, Wargame 8.6%