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What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and…

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What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.

Reviews: Mixed — 62% — of 3,851 reviews
Released: 2014-01-22
Developer: Daedalic Entertainment
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 6.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 89%

Overview

Blackguards is defined by its brutal hex-based tactical combat, dark fantasy narrative, and the management of a morally ambiguous party of misfits. These recommendations focus on games that prioritize deep turn-based tactical systems, challenging party-based progression, and gritty, consequence-driven storytelling.

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    97% matchMixed67% of 1,254 reviews2015
    Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Blackguards 2 is a turn-based strategy-RPG and will deliver challenging hexfield battles and a gritty story filled with violence and crime. - Includes bonus content: Soundtrack, digital Art Book and Strategy Guide Book!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.7%, RPG 17.6%, Strategy 9.6%, Tactical 7.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel refines the tactical hex-based combat and character progression systems of the original.

  2. #2 Expeditions: Conquistador
    96% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,596 reviews2013
    Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Conquer the New world: In the 16th Century, Spanish explorers and soldiers reached the shores of America. The search for gold, fame, and adventure drove these travelers into a treacherous wilderness where they faced hunger, disease, and dangerous predators. In their wake, the Aztec Empires lay in ruins.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 43.8%, RPG 20.1%, Strategy 9.8%, Tactical 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the focus on party management, difficult tactical combat, and meaningful narrative choices in a historical setting.

  3. #3 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
    96% 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: RPG 23%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Strategy 11.3%, Tactical 8%, Tactical RPG 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This game offers deep, complex tactical combat and class customization that mirrors the depth found in Blackguards.

  4. #4 The Age of Decadence
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 3,941 reviews2015
    Dev: Iron Tower Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic, post-apocalyptic 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 35%, RPG 12%, Tactical RPG 9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Tactical 8%

    Why You'll Like It: A hardcore RPG that emphasizes difficult tactical combat and a dark, unforgiving world where choices have significant consequences.

  5. #5 Wasteland 2: Director's Cut
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 8,092 reviews2014
    Dev: inXile Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 22.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    From the producer of the original Fallout comes Wasteland 2. With over 80 hours of gameplay, deck out your Ranger squad with devastating weaponry, test the limits of your strategy skills, and bring justice to the Wasteland! The choices are yours…but so are the consequences.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 46.9%, RPG 21.8%, Tactical 11.5%, Strategy 7.1%, Isometric 4.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic party-based tactical RPG that features a dark, post-apocalyptic setting and complex character development.

  6. #6 Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 6,474 reviews2014
    Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Turn-Based 45.7%, RPG 20.4%, Tactical 9.4%, Isometric 5.7%, Strategy 5.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep, story-rich tactical RPG experience with a dark, cyberpunk aesthetic and excellent party interaction.

  7. #7 Battle Brothers
    93% 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: RPG 35.7%, Strategy 22.2%, Fantasy 17.2%, Character Customization 12.1%, Story Rich 4.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This gritty mercenary management game features hex-based tactical combat and a dark, low-fantasy atmosphere.

  8. #8 Wartales
    92% matchVery Positive87% of 34,222 reviews2023
    Dev: Shiro Games
    Windows
    Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.2 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 29.9%, RPG 27.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Tactical RPG 9.3%, Strategy 8%

    Why You'll Like It: Players manage a band of mercenaries in an open world, focusing on tactical combat and survival in a harsh environment.

  9. #9 Hard West
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,873 reviews2015
    Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Turn-Based 33.7%, RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Tactical 12.1%, Strategy 10.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends tactical, turn-based combat with a dark, supernatural western theme that feels similar to the tone of Blackguards.

  10. #10 The Banner Saga
    90% 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 44.8%, RPG 16.9%, Tactical 11.8%, Strategy 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7%

    Why You'll Like It: This game combines tactical turn-based combat with a heavy emphasis on narrative consequence and a dark, atmospheric world.

  11. #11 King's Bounty: Dark Side
    91% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,877 reviews2014
    Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Time has come to begin a Dark Journey to the other side of Teana and explore a mysterious region never before seen by royal bounty hunters. King’s Bounty: Dark Side lets you play as the villains in a full standalone campaign with new heroes, dark factions, and a fresh tactical perspective.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, RPG 28.6%, Strategy 15.3%, Hex Grid 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It features hex-based tactical combat and a dark fantasy narrative where you play as the villainous side of the conflict.

  12. #12 Vigilantes
    89% matchVery Positive81% of 301 reviews2018
    Dev: Timeslip Softworks
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Vigilantes is a combat focused, turn-based tactical RPG set in the crime riddled city of Reiker. The game offers hardcore squad-level combat in a gritty neo-noir setting, intel gathering through surveillance and interrogation, a detailed character system, base facilities, crafting, and more.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.3%, RPG 10.7%, Tactical 9.8%, Strategy 8.7%, Tactical RPG 7.7%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 45.9%, RPG 20.5%, Strategy 8%, Tactical 5.3%, Hex Grid 4.3%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why similar: Turn-Based 37.8%, RPG 13.5%, Hex Grid 10.6%, Tactical 9.6%, Strategy 8.8%

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  16. #16 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
    85% 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 44%, RPG 13.1%, Tactical RPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Strategy 7.8%

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    86% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,435 reviews2018
    Dev: AurumDust
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 30.4%, RPG 16.3%, Tactical RPG 9.5%, Isometric 8.9%, Strategy 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that forces players to make difficult narrative choices that impact the survival of their party.

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    84% matchVery Positive87% of 21,849 reviews2021
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Why similar: RPG 33.1%, Strategy 16.5%, Fantasy 15%, Character Customization 10.6%, CRPG 10.5%

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    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 21.1%, RPG 20.5%, Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Tactical RPG 8.9%

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    Windows

    Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 27.8%, RPG 21.5%, Strategy 13.8%, Tactical 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.1%

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    Windows
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    Windows
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    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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    Windows
    Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 28.5%, RPG 13.3%, Tactical 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Strategy 8.1%

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    79% matchVery Positive86% of 7,028 reviews2015
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    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 39.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 47%, RPG 30%, Isometric 10.7%, CRPG 5.7%, Turn-Based Combat 2.4%

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  29. #29 Warbanners
    80% matchMostly Positive71% of 603 reviews2017
    Dev: Crasleen Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 35.5%, Tactical 12.6%, RPG 9.7%, Tactical RPG 8.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%

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  30. #30 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
    79% matchMostly Positive77% of 179 reviews2018
    Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
    Windows

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.6%, RPG 21.9%, Strategy 12.8%, Tactical RPG 6.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.4%

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    74% matchVery Positive81% of 471 reviews2026
    Dev: Unfinished Pixel
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    Why similar: Turn-Based 32.4%, Tactical 14.2%, RPG 10.7%, Tactical RPG 7.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%

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    76% matchVery Positive83% of 1,383 reviews2019
    Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 51.8%, RPG 11.5%, Strategy 9.5%, Tactical 7.5%, Fantasy 5.2%

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    78% matchMixed59% of 169 reviews2018
    Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
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    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    77% matchMixed69% of 80 reviews2017
    Dev: Tom Kingston
    Windows

    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.

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    77% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
    Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
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    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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  36. #36 The Storm Guard: Darkness is Coming
    76% matchMostly Positive80% of 169 reviews2016
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    Windows · Mac

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    74% matchVery Positive88% of 3,754 reviews2015
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    Windows
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    75% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,973 reviews2012
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    73% matchMixed62% of 201 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    71% matchVery Positive96% of 80 reviews2026
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    70% matchVery Positive87% of 7,902 reviews2020
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    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    70% matchVery Positive88% of 2,484 reviews2021
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    72% matchMostly Positive72% of 114 reviews2018
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    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 30%, Tactical 12.6%, RPG 12.4%, Tactical RPG 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%

  46. #46 Fallen: A2P Protocol
    73% matchMostly Negative38% of 226 reviews2015
    Dev: Red Katana
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    A post-apocalyptic, turn based, tactical combat and strategy game where you lead your caravan on a quest for revenge.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 39%, RPG 14%, Tactical 11.3%, Strategy 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.1%

  47. #47 Halfway
    71% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,012 reviews2014
    Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Halfway is a turn-based strategy RPG taking place a few hundred years into the future. Humanity has started colonising new worlds. Until now, they were alone ...

    Why similar: Turn-Based 42.9%, RPG 23.7%, Strategy 13.8%, Tactical 7.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.2%

  48. #48 Voidspire Tactics
    69% matchVery Positive97% of 287 reviews2015
    Dev: Rad Codex
    Windows

    An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 35.8%, RPG 25.7%, Strategy 13.9%, Tactical RPG 9.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.9%

  49. #49 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
    67% matchVery Positive82% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: Lipsar Studio
    Windows

    Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 31.5%, Tactical 14.5%, RPG 14.3%, Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%

  50. #50 Lords of Xulima
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 1,252 reviews2014
    Dev: Numantian Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Lords of Xulima is a challenging Role-playing game set on the mythical continent of Xulima, where Gods and humans once walked side by side. Experience a genuine RPG featuring over 100 hours of gameplay, and discover one of the most epic sagas ever told.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 55.7%, RPG 27.2%, Fantasy 5%, Strategy 4.3%, Isometric 3.3%

  51. #51 Shadowrun Returns
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 13,567 reviews2013
    Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    The unique cyberpunk-meets-fantasy world of Shadowrun has gained a huge cult following since its creation nearly 25 years ago. Now, creator Jordan Weisman returns to the world of Shadowrun, modernizing this classic game setting as a single player, turn-based tactical RPG.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 47.3%, RPG 25.3%, Tactical 8.5%, Isometric 6.2%, Strategy 4.9%

  52. #52 Spellcrafter
    71% matchMostly Negative36% of 64 reviews2015
    Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Salient Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 36.8%, Turn-Based 33.6%, Strategy 21.5%, Indie 4.5%, Adventure 3.6%

  53. #53 King's Bounty: Crossworlds
    68% 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: Turn-Based 33.9%, RPG 24.9%, Strategy 14.2%, Hex Grid 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%

  54. #54 Fantasy Wars
    69% 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 43.6%, Strategy 20.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Fantasy 8.8%, Tactical 8.1%

  55. #55 Chaos Reborn
    69% 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: Turn-Based 39.8%, RPG 13.9%, Hex Grid 10.7%, Strategy 9.7%, Tactical 8.5%

  56. #56 Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 20,374 reviews2018
    Dev: The Bearded LadiesPub: Funcom
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A tactical game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with story, exploration, stealth, and strategy. Take control of a team of Mutants navigating a post-human Earth. Created by a team including former HITMAN leads and the designer of PAYDAY.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 33.5%, RPG 18.8%, Tactical 16.2%, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.2%

  57. #57 Geneforge 1 - Mutagen
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 435 reviews2021
    Dev: Spiderweb Software
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 44.2%, RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Strategy 8.7%, Isometric 6.5%

  58. #58 End State
    67% matchMixed63% of 137 reviews2022
    Dev: Finger Squad
    Windows

    End State is a turn-based tactics game where you manage a mercenary company tracking down a terrorists in a war-torn country. Hire, gear up and gain experience for your mercenaries. Take on rebels and criminal gangs, do side contracts and explore Brekovia.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 33.7%, Tactical 13.6%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%

  59. #59 Guards II: Chaos in Hell
    63% matchVery Positive97% of 143 reviews2025
    Dev: Battlecruiser GamesPub: HeroCraft PC
    Windows

    Assemble a squad of four fearless heroes and embark on a deadly journey through the circles of Hell, inspired by dark myths from around the world. Battle legions of demons and challenge the Devil himself!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 37.3%, Tactical 13.3%, RPG 12.1%, Tactical RPG 9.5%, Strategy 7.7%

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