Games Like Battle Mages

A thousand years had passed since the great battle between the Lord of Chaos and the forces of the Order. Little by little, life returned back to normal. The story begins, when a young neophyte journeys north, to learn from an eccentric wizard, one of the most ancient and powerful Guild’s members.

Why similar: RPG 47.7%, Strategy 43.1%, RTS 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, offering more of the same unique RPG-RTS hybrid gameplay.

In times of war and chaos you will assume the role of a young man, who is supposed to liberate the entire world of Eo from the new, nameless evil. Along with a group of diverse heroes and a dragon as trustful companions, you will fight to gain information about this mysterious new enemy and thereby discover your own true destiny.

Why similar: RPG 40.8%, Strategy 34.4%, RTS 19.1%, Fantasy 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that perfectly balances tactical real-time combat with traditional RPG questing.

SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!

Why similar: RPG 38.9%, RTS 28.1%, Strategy 26.6%, Fantasy 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title is the definitive modern evolution of the RPG-RTS hybrid genre, featuring deep hero progression and large-scale base building.

Demons of the Past is the epic new chapter of SpellForce, the unique blend of RPG and RTS. Experience this worthy conclusion of all previous games in the SpellForce-series. Check out the new single player campaign with 25+ hours of gameplay, in which nearly all races are playable – Pact, Clan, Shaikan…The StoryZazhut is free, and his...

Why similar: RPG 41.9%, Strategy 37.3%, RTS 16.9%, Fantasy 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Another excellent standalone expansion in the SpellForce series that maintains the core RPG-RTS hybrid experience.

In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the Kingdom. Your rule is not absolute, however, as you face subjects that are independent and stubborn. They will need a great deal of persuasion before they carry out your wishes...

Why similar: Strategy 53.3%, RTS 38.4%, Fantasy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique fantasy setting where you manage heroes indirectly, capturing the spirit of fantasy strategy and magic.

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: RPG 45.5%, Strategy 43.6%, Fantasy 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical strategy game that focuses heavily on the life and progression of a powerful mage.

Delve into an original adventure and defy the forces of evil in strategic, action-packed battles. Summon and control large armies of up to 100 Guardians thanks to intuitive and innovative gameplay and make quick tactical decisions to prevail.

Why similar: Strategy 40.4%, RPG 36.9%, RTS 22.7%

Why You'll Like It: This action-strategy hybrid focuses on commanding magical units and hero-led tactics in a vibrant fantasy world.

Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles!

Why similar: Strategy 42.3%, RTS 32.6%, RPG 19.2%, Fantasy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same era and genre DNA as the seed, offering a massive scale of RTS combat combined with a powerful hero character.

Ascension to the Throne is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements. In a vast fantasy world the hero will have to pass many tests on his way to victory. Enemies seek to stop players from regaining power and taking revenge. Gain new friends to aid you in reclaiming the throne.

Why similar: RPG 52%, Strategy 43.4%, Fantasy 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game with strong RPG elements that focuses on a hero's journey through a fantasy realm.

In a world of magic, your mind is your greatest weapon. Learn the ways of magic and design your own spells to fight enemies, navigate treacherous terrain, and right past wrongs in the kingdom of Mystralia.

Why similar: RPG 76.4%, Fantasy 23.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more action-oriented, it captures the core fantasy of being a mage learning to master complex spells.

Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.

Why similar: Strategy 41.1%, RTS 27.8%, RPG 24.5%, Fantasy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that heavily emphasizes hero units that level up and gain skills, much like the protagonist in Battle Mages.

Braveland Wizard - old school turn-based strategy game is back! The graduate of the Academy of Magic is ready for new adventures.

Why similar: Strategy 53.7%, RPG 32.3%, Fantasy 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, hand-drawn strategy game that follows a wizard's journey through a fantasy world.

Fantasy General invites you to enter a world of heroes, swords, magic and beasts. You must lead your army into battle with the Shadowlord’s forces and defeat each of his lieutenants across varying terrain and battlefields.

Why similar: Strategy 84.7%, Fantasy 15.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic strategy title that focuses on unit progression and tactical combat within a rich fantasy setting.

Mittelborg: City of Mages is a strategic adventure with elements of rogue-like and resource management. You are crowned to be Chancellor of the city, but this power is a heavy burden. Face tough decisions, fight mystical tempests, look for the cause of upcoming chaos. Will Mittelborg have a future?

Why similar: Strategy 82.7%, Fantasy 17.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy strategy game that focuses on the management of magical resources and city defense.

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: RPG 50.4%, Strategy 41.8%, Fantasy 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential fantasy strategy-RPG that focuses on tactical combat and magical exploration.

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: Strategy 76.9%, Fantasy 23.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy strategy game that provides the ultimate experience in spellcasting and magical empire management.

Develop a prestigious university of mages. Build rooms, train your students, fight orcs, slay the bureaucrats, manage your budget... a director's life is not a quiet one.

Why similar: Strategy 100%

Why You'll Like It: This management simulation focuses on the administrative side of running a school for mages, perfect for fans of the magic theme.

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: Strategy 45.3%, RPG 42%, Fantasy 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers deep fantasy strategy with significant RPG elements, including hero customization and spellcasting.

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: RPG 55.5%, Strategy 44.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that blends deep character development with strategic map control and fantasy warfare.

Play as mythological Gods and smite your enemies in this award-winning, mythological Real-Time Strategy classic given new life. Wage war across timeless campaigns, fierce skirmishes, and god-powered multiplayer modes.

Why similar: RTS 47.4%, Strategy 41.4%, Fantasy 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary fantasy RTS that features hero units and divine powers that function similarly to high-level magic.

In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

Why similar: RPG 57.7%, Strategy 39.7%, Fantasy 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines large-scale army management with personal RPG combat, mirroring the feeling of being a commander on the battlefield.

Prepare to take off, soldier! The galaxy needs your strategy! Prove your RTS expertise, explore an entire galaxy and defend it from a threatening invasion.

Why similar: RTS 51.4%, Strategy 38.8%, Fantasy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced RTS that emphasizes hero units and tactical abilities on the battlefield.

The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?

Why similar: Strategy 47%, RTS 42.9%, Fantasy 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a grand-scale fantasy strategy experience with powerful legendary lords and magical units.

Bad guys have all the fun. Discover your dark side as you build an evil underground kingdom and defend it against the forces of good.

Why similar: Strategy 79.2%, RTS 20.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic strategy game that allows you to manage a dungeon, utilizing dark magic and tactical unit placement.

Your magic can change the world, but at what cost? Battle dragons, skyships, and evil Inquisitors, as you protect your homeland, conquer it, or destroy it forever!

Why similar: RPG 100%

Why You'll Like It: A text-based RPG that allows players to make critical decisions as a mage, focusing on the narrative side of magic.

Three years after the Purity Wars, Nortander is on the cusp of a new era.

Why similar: RPG 39.4%, RTS 28%, Strategy 27.3%, Fantasy 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A standalone expansion that refines the RPG-RTS mechanics of the base game with new factions and heroes.

Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.

Why similar: Strategy 68.8%, RTS 31.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical combat and strategic map management in a historical setting that feels grounded like the seed game.

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

Why similar: Strategy 86.9%, Fantasy 13.1%

D'arc is a sixteen-year-old Mage to be. A sinister plot threatens his initiation and risks plunging the land of Iginor into conflict and chaos. Choose from four classes and train in the Elemental arts. Master a unique range of spells to solve puzzles, battle monsters, and confront the ultimate evil.

Why similar: RPG 89.8%, Fantasy 10.2%

In this tower defence game, you enter the world of Magonia and defend it against hordes of humans, orcs, ogres and other evil forces. Fight in different areas and adapt your strategy to the terrain and the enemy forces.

Why similar: Strategy 51.7%, RPG 39.1%, Fantasy 9.3%

Warage is a classic RTS that will take you to a magical fantasy world.

Why similar: Strategy 58.4%, RTS 41.6%

The kingdom of Cubia call for your help, come to this vast kingdom where you will face strong enemies and hard challenges, you are the chosen to defend the cristals of life and finally bring peace to reign of Cubia.

Why similar: Strategy 47.7%, RTS 37.8%, Fantasy 14.4%

Get ready for an epic journey to defend your kingdom against hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends using a vast arsenal of towers and spells at your command!Fight on forests, mountains and wastelands, customizing your defensive strategy with different tower upgrades and specializations!

Why similar: Strategy 68.1%, RPG 18%, Fantasy 13.9%

Command your elven army and defend mystical lands from sea serpents, evil sorcerers, and wave after wave of gnoll tribesman, all with the help of brand-spankin’ new towers, heroes, and spells to fend off every last baddie.

Why similar: Strategy 55.8%, RPG 31.5%, Fantasy 12.7%

Colorful crazy world of a fantastic planet. Bizarre plants, strange landscapes! Under these unusual conditions there arose steam-robots civilization. But there’s no peace there - robots are at war.

Why similar: Cult Classic 45.3% ★, Strategy 39.7%, RTS 15.1%

Recruit a hero to lead your army, and use spells while they fight for you. Mage & Monsters 2 is an active auto battler, where you choose to either enhance the strength of your hero, reinforce the might of your army, or increase the power of your spells.

Why similar: Strategy 87.3%, Fantasy 12.7%

Flora, a former leader of Nova's army, is back in service. Still alive baal the necromancer contaminates the pago lands with his evil power. Flora's mission is to build a large army and recover power artifacts to annihilate her enemies. In her quest she will need you! Are you up to the challenge?

Why similar: RTS 46.8%, Strategy 40.9%, Fantasy 12.3%

Create an army and use spells while it fights for you. Mage & Monsters is an active auto battler, where you must choose wisely between upgrading the might of your army, or increasing the power of your spells.

Why similar: Strategy 83.4%, Fantasy 16.6%

Defend your ancestral castle – show the invader who the master is! Build towers, save money, train your spells, and your enemy will be vanquished.

Why similar: Strategy 47.7%, RPG 44.1%, Fantasy 8.1%

In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.

Why similar: RPG 52.9%, Strategy 44.4%, Fantasy 2.7%

Spellcrafter is an RPG game with deep tactical turn-based combat and a unique spell casting system. Explore the magical world, collect gold, interact with NPCs, take quests and make moral choices! Recruit heroes, assemble and summon powerful troops and send them into battle!

Why similar: RPG 53.6%, Strategy 46.4%

RuneQuest: Warlords is a battle-scale turn-based strategy game set in the RuneQuest universe. Immerse yourself in the rich lore of Glorantha. Become a warlord, master the use of runes and defend your tribe against the incursions of Chaos. Field an army drawing from heroes and creatures.

Why similar: Strategy 87%, Fantasy 13%

An enemy army is at our gates! Build an ideal chain of traps. Use magic and the power of the elements: earth, ice, fire and shadow.

Why similar: RPG 48.1%, Strategy 46.1%, Fantasy 5.8%

Magic Quest is a tower defense game with towers, mighty enemies, bosses and heroes with unique abilities.

Why similar: Strategy 87.8%, Fantasy 12.2%

Blade Prince Academy is a new take on tactical RPGs, where you lead your squad of Blade Princes to defend the city of Abjectalia in real-time with pause combat. Use your team's power to devastate any threat, but be vigilant, there is always a price to pay when you make a pact with darkness.

Why similar: Strategy 41.4%, RPG 37.1%, RTS 21.5%

Surpass the challenges of the Spire. Your legacy begins now. Prove your worth.

Why similar: Strategy 83%, Fantasy 17%

Protect the magic crystal, to which waves of enemies are coming!

Why similar: RPG 36.3%, Strategy 32.2%, RTS 31.5%

The castle needs a hero – hordes of trolls are surrounding it! Build towers, save money, learn spells - don't let the enemy in! Follow the exciting story of the dwarven kingdom's eternal struggle against the troll hordes, who want only to crush the dwarves and claim their territory.

Why similar: Strategy 85.5%, Fantasy 14.5%

Magic duels are the way to solve any dispute in a kingdom conquered by the cruel witch. Every monster will challenge you, but magic will help you destroy the enemy. Master the destructive power of the spheres and become the most fearsome mage ever!

Why similar: RPG 100%

A turn-based strategy game where your tactical decisions are key to surviving relentless waves of enemy attacks. While battles unfold automatically, your choices before the clash, such as resource management, unit training, and skill selection, are critical to securing victory.

Why similar: Strategy 79.3%, Fantasy 20.7%

Become the hero who protects the fantasy world and stop the monster invasion! 'Legacy of Defense' combines defense with deck-building. Build your deck, use powerful skills, gain experience, upgrade, clear stages, and defeat the final boss. Ready to test your strategy and luck?

Why similar: Strategy 81.9%, Fantasy 18.1%

An epic, challenging tower defense game with an emphasis on strategy and replayability. Summon gems of immense magical potency and harness their unique abilities against a seemingly endless horde of monsters. The archdemon seeks to swallow the world, and you must journey to stand against her.

Why similar: Strategy 92%, Fantasy 8%

Be a young sword man to explore and save the world. A turn-based WuXia RPG game with strategic combat system.

Why similar: RPG 56.3%, Strategy 43.7%

Become a battlemage, build a city, and command your troops in this fantasy warfare simulator. Jump into the fray and use your might, magic, and wits to fight enemies in battles of up to a hundred units and fully destructible city siege combat. The fate of an empire is in your hands.

Why similar: RPG 45.2%, Strategy 41.9%, Fantasy 12.9%

Protect the world from Mr. CL-34N! You're designated to use magnets in order to progress, but nothing can stop you!

Why similar: RPG 100%

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: Strategy 86.5%, Fantasy 13.5%

Engage in tactical turn-based combat, manage and upgrade each character, and strive to reclaim harmony in a world on the brink of oblivion. Take on the mantle of leadership as you guide a mercenary squad through perilous landscapes, selecting your comrades from a diverse pool of skilled recruits.

Why similar: RPG 50.4%, Strategy 39.6%, Fantasy 10%

Sentry Knight Tactics is a charming, cute action-strategy RPG adventure. Set in a land under siege by a transdimensional evil, you command your team of powerful heroes through various realms as you slaughter enemy hordes, complete quests, upgrade your gear and save the world.

Why similar: RPG 49%, Strategy 45%, Fantasy 6%

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

Why similar: RPG 30.9%, Strategy 30.6%, RTS 28.4%, Fantasy 10.1%