- #1 Braveland Wizard
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 497 reviews2014
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Braveland Wizard - old school turn-based strategy game is back! The graduate of the Academy of Magic is ready for new adventures.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 50%, Strategy 22.5%, Casual 11.4%, Hex Grid 3.7% ★, Turn-Based 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A direct sequel that maintains the exact tactical mechanics and hand-drawn art style of the original.
- #2 Braveland Pirate
96% matchVery Positive85% of 464 reviews2015
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The Braveland trilogy concludes with the most exciting book of all, number three – welcome to Braveland Pirate strategy game! A crew of pirates led by Captain Jim embarks on a search for the Eternal Treasure.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 47.9%, Strategy 23.2%, Casual 10.5%, Hex Grid 3.7% ★, Tactical RPG 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the core gameplay loop of the series with a new nautical-themed setting and tactical challenges.
- #3 Braveland Heroes
96% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 66%, Casual 11.9%, Hex Grid 5.3% ★, Turn-Based 3.7%, Tactical RPG 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: Expands the Braveland formula with added multiplayer features while retaining the familiar hex-grid combat.
- #4 King's Bounty: Warriors of the North
95% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,001 reviews2012
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
King’s Bounty: Warriors of the North is a standalone entry of the beloved tactical RPG series set in the world of The Legend, generations after its events. You will lead a Viking hero, wield Rune Magic, command Valkyries, and defend the northern lands of Endoria from an undead invasion.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 58%, Strategy 35.6%, Turn-Based 1.8%, Hex Grid 1.3% ★, Strategy RPG 1%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the classic King's Bounty formula with expanded unit variety and fantasy tactical depth.
- #5 King's Bounty: The Legend
94% 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 57.8%, Strategy 33.4%, Hex Grid 2.5% ★, Turn-Based 2.1%, Tactical RPG 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: The primary inspiration for Braveland's tactical hex-combat and exploration-based progression.
- #6 Legends of Kingdom Rush
94% matchMixed65% of 1,713 reviews2022
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
RPG turn-based combat game with deep tactics and bad jokes! Do you have what it takes to save the kingdom?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 61.7%, Strategy 20.5%, Hex Grid 4.2% ★, Tactical RPG 2.9%, Strategy RPG 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: Translates the popular tower defense series into a polished, turn-based tactical RPG with a similar art style.
- #7 Songs of Conquest
91% 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 63.2%, Strategy 23.4%, Tactical RPG 2.6%, Strategy RPG 2.5%, Turn-Based Combat 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: A modern spiritual successor to classic turn-based strategy games with beautiful pixel art and hex-based combat.
- #8 The Banner Saga
92% matchVery Positive89% of 15,879 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 Strategy 65.1%, Strategy 20.4%, Turn-Based 3.9%, Tactical RPG 3.4%, Strategy RPG 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a more narrative-heavy tactical RPG experience with beautiful hand-drawn art and grid-based combat.
- #9 Crowntakers
93% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 51.7%, Strategy 32%, Hex Grid 5.2% ★, Turn-Based 4.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: Blends roguelike exploration with turn-based tactical combat in a charming fantasy setting.
- #10 Fantasy Wars
91% 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 50.6%, Strategy 42.5%, Turn-Based 2.9%, Hex Grid 2.2% ★, Fantasy 1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic hex-based strategy game that shares the same tactical DNA and fantasy setting as Braveland.
- #11 Untamed Tactics
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 132 reviews2023
Dev: Grumpy Owl GamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac
Untamed Tactics is a Tactical RPG set in world of colorful animals. Relive the legend of Greycoat’s escape into the untamed Wilds in a tale of lost honor and finding a new home as you fight, talk, and think your way through this beautifully illustrated adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 54.7%, Strategy 26.8%, Tactical RPG 4.9%, Turn-Based Combat 3.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical positioning and party-based skills in a colorful, story-driven world.
- #12 Eador. Masters of the Broken World
90% matchMixed68% of 2,799 reviews2013
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Eador is a universe made of countless shards of land drifting in the Great Nothing. Each of the shards is a little world unto itself, with geography and denizens of its own. The power over the shards is bitterly contested by Masters, the immortal beings mortals believe to be gods.
Why similar: Strategy 84.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based 0.6%, Hex Grid 0.3% ★, Fantasy 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep turn-based strategy and fantasy empire management for those who want more complexity.
- #13 Wargroove
89% 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 59.7%, Strategy 28.7%, Tactical RPG 2.9%, Turn-Based 2.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly accessible, charming tactical experience with a focus on unit synergy and map control.
- #14 Dark Deity
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,017 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 63.7%, Strategy 23.3%, Tactical RPG 2.7%, Strategy RPG 2.6%, Tactical 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes character growth and grid-based combat similar to classic genre staples.
- #15 Sword Legacy: Omen
87% matchMixed66% of 869 reviews2018
Dev: Firecast Studio
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 57.2%, Strategy 32.2%, Tactical RPG 2.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.2%, Turn-Based 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG with a distinct comic-book art style and challenging turn-based encounters.
- #16 BoardLand
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 928 reviews2024
Dev: High FishPub: Jungle Game Lab
Windows
BoardLand is a turn-based strategy board game where you use the numbers rolled by dice to grow your own board and battle monsters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 60.9%, Strategy 29.2%, Strategy RPG 2.6%, Turn-Based Combat 2.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A board-game-inspired strategy title that mirrors the simple, accessible nature of Braveland.
- #17 Farabel
86% matchMostly Positive74% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: Frogames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Farabel is a turn-based strategy game where you start at the end of the story. Develop your cleverness, your strategic prowess, and your inventive capabilities in order to survive!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 53.1%, Strategy 31.2%, Hex Grid 4.9% ★, Turn-Based 3.5%, Tactical RPG 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A unique tactical game where you start at max level and grow weaker, providing a fresh twist on turn-based strategy.
- #18 Fated Land
84% matchMixed65% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: AlxmoPub: Leyo Games
Windows
This is a Pixel Tactical Self-Propelled RPG Games The battle system adopts a semi-turn-based design, Quick Battle or Enter the Battlefield? It's time to decide! In this journey full of magic, you will also meet a variety of characters, who may become your allies, or your partners...
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 61.1%, Strategy 33.7%, Tactical RPG 2.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world RPG that incorporates turn-based tactical combat and party management.
- #19 Crawl Tactics
82% matchVery Positive92% of 209 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 44.6%, Strategy 25.7%, Casual 15%, Turn-Based 3.6%, Tactical RPG 3%
Why You'll Like It: A casual-friendly tactical RPG that emphasizes quick, grid-based combat encounters.
- #20 Tinyfolks
82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,081 reviews2022
Dev: Pierre VandermaesenPub: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 62.9%, Strategy 25%, Tactical RPG 4%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.4%, Tactical 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist tactical RPG that focuses on managing a growing army through simple, effective combat.
- #21 Spellcrafter
85% 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: Strategy 95.3%, Turn-Based 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines exploration with tactical combat and a unique spell-casting mechanic in a fantasy world.
- #22 Chaos Reborn
83% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 55%, Strategy 32.7%, Hex Grid 4.9% ★, Turn-Based 4.3%, Tactical 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep tactical combat and wizardry in a fantasy setting created by the designer of X-COM.
- #23 Wizards and Warlords
81% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 61.1%, Strategy 26.9%, Hex Grid 4% ★, Turn-Based 3.1%, Strategy RPG 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that leans into fantasy themes and turn-based tactical depth.
- #24 Tales & Tactics
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,114 reviews2024
Dev: Table 9 StudioPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Roguelike Squad-based Autobattler in a Tabletop RPG setting. Draft your army, carefully equip and position your units, make important choices, and meet a colorful cast of characters as you make ready for the Grand Tournament.
Why similar: Strategy 59.4%, Hex Grid 14.5% ★, Tactical RPG 7.4%, Strategy RPG 4.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: An auto-battler that utilizes hex-grids and tactical positioning for a modern spin on the genre.
- #25 Hexguardian
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 692 reviews2024
Dev: Split Second GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Hexguardian is a roguelite, tower defense game where you build your own maps with hexagonal tiles! Build and upgrade towers, recruit armies, learn spells, construct wonders and place hexagonal tiles to create a path to enhance your defenses. With plenty of game modes and talents to unlock!
Why similar: Strategy 69%, Hex Grid 14.4% ★, Tactical 5.2%, Cartoony 3.9%, Fantasy 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite strategy game that uses hex-based maps and tower defense elements.
- #26 Grimshade
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: Strategy 68.9%, Turn-Based 5.9%, Tactical RPG 4.6%, Turn-Based Combat 4.6%, Strategy RPG 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A story-driven RPG with a focus on tactical combat and party synergy.
- #27 Six Braves 🕌
78% matchMixed66% of 834 reviews2022
Dev: Zeros
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Strategy RPG game , full of childhood memories!
Why similar: Strategy 78%, Casual 13%, Strategy RPG 4.8%, Turn-Based Combat 1.9%, Fantasy 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: A JRPG-inspired strategy game with a focus on party management and 2D tactical combat.
- #28 Fight Life: Vanguard
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 140 reviews2026
Dev: StartImpulsePub: Two Cakes Studio
Windows
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: Turn-Based Strategy 52.6%, Strategy 29.6%, Turn-Based 3.9%, Hex Grid 3.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 3.1%
- #29 Radix Chronicle
76% matchVery Positive100% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Luna Flora
Windows · Mac · Linux
Radix is a tactical RPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. With dark themes but bright characters, this fantasy tale changes depending on how you fight! Your magic can even alter the land itself. Use your timing and skill, rather than your luck, to lead your party home safely each day!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 84.3%, Tactical RPG 4.5%, Turn-Based Combat 3.8%, Fantasy 1.7%, Tactical 1.7%
- #30 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 61.2%, Strategy 36%, Turn-Based 2%, Fantasy 0.7%
- #31 The Forgotten Land
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 102 reviews2020
Dev: rokaplay
Windows
"The Forgotten Land" is a turn-based "Combat & Puzzle Match 3" with streamlined RPG and Management elements in a Dark Fantasy setting.
Why similar: Strategy 62.9%, Casual 31.1%, Turn-Based Combat 2.5%, Fantasy 1.3%, Family Friendly 1.2%
- #32 Ascension to the Throne
77% matchVery Positive90% of 666 reviews2014
Dev: DVSPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 52%, Strategy 43.3%, Turn-Based 4%, Fantasy 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.1%
- #33 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
74% matchVery Positive85% of 1,345 reviews2022
Dev: Happinet
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The continent of Runersia is home to six major powers with more than 40 bases, 100 knights, and 50 types of monsters. Select a ruler, organize knights and monsters into troops, and conquer enemy bases!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 63.1%, Strategy 30%, Hex Grid 2.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 1.9%, Strategy RPG 1.1%
- #34 Hero of the Kingdom
73% matchVery Positive94% of 4,850 reviews2013
Dev: Lonely Troops
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Lovely adventuring RPG series. Casual, story-driven journey and quests. Your home has been raided. Your father is missing. Set off on a dangerous journey to save him, and become the hero of the kingdom.
Why similar: Casual 73%, Strategy 23.4%, Fantasy 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%, Colorful 0.3%
- #35 WARTILE
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 711 reviews2018
Dev: Playwood Project
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Wartile is a cool-down based strategy game in which you control a warband of Viking figurines in a miniature universe inspired by Norse mythology. Unravel its secrets and rein the powers of the gods.
Why similar: Strategy 65%, Hex Grid 12.6% ★, Tactical RPG 8.1%, Strategy RPG 6.7%, Tactical 4.3%
- #36 Hex Empire 3
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 106 reviews2018
Dev: Meta Sauce
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hex Empire 3 is turn-based strategy game where you can fulfill all of your deepest dreams of becoming a bloodthirsty dictator. All without even taking your fluffy slippers off your feet!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 58.8%, Strategy 41.2%
- #37 Sproggiwood
74% matchMostly Positive80% of 593 reviews2014
Dev: Freehold Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Bring civilization to Sproggiwood, a story-driven, turn-based roguelike set in a humorous world inspired by Finnish mythology. Grow your civilization and plunder procedural dungeons with six unique classes. Outsmart mischievous monsters who work together in unexpected ways. No two dungeon dives are alike.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 44.3%, Strategy 35.4%, Turn-Based 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 2.3%, Tactical RPG 2.1%
- #38 Oaken
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 382 reviews2023
Dev: Laki StudiosPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Oaken, a turn-based tactical roguelike set in the spirit inhabited world. Explore the Great Oak, gather allies and trinkets, learn to use the positioning for your advantage, choose how to upgrade your cards. Wake the spirits and save the Oak!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 65.1%, Strategy 18.3%, Hex Grid 5.5% ★, Turn-Based 3.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.6%
- #39 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
73% 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: Strategy 84.8%, Turn-Based 7.2%, Hex Grid 6.8% ★, Fantasy 1.2%
- #40 Legends of Eisenwald
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,825 reviews2015
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 57.8%, Strategy 24.2%, Turn-Based 5.6%, Tactical RPG 4.9%, Strategy RPG 3.5%
- #41 Alvora Tactics
72% matchVery Positive93% of 149 reviews2017
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!
Why similar: Strategy 45.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 44.5%, Tactical RPG 3%, Turn-Based 2.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 2%
- #42 To Battle!: Hell's Crusade
72% matchVery Positive82% of 56 reviews2019
Dev: Filthy Peasant Games
Windows
Classic, old-school, turn-based battle in a satirical medieval world. Raise a Holy Army and stop the march of Evil.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 47.6%, Strategy 36.4%, Hex Grid 4.3% ★, Turn-Based 3.1%, Tactical RPG 2.3%
- #43 Godless Tactics
71% matchVery Positive95% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: Ice Arrow Games
Windows
Lead an elite strike team through the wars of a reborn civilisation, and decide the fate of humanity through your achievements and choices. Traverse a dynamic war-map, engage in fast, turn-based battles, and explore the world of 2952.
Why similar: Strategy 51.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 45.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 1.9%, 2D 0.5%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #44 Shiner
69% matchVery Positive91% of 202 reviews2023
Dev: Team ShinerPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Learn every attack that gets used against you in this turn-based strategy game. Meet (and battle) a colorful cast of fully voice-acted characters as you search for the bully who wronged you.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 64.3%, Strategy 25.8%, Strategy RPG 2.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.3%, Turn-Based Combat 1.7%
- #45 Hexworld
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 89 reviews2023
Dev: Volcanic Giraffe
Windows
Hexworld is a tactical auto-battle RTS where you control the traveling kingdom-island, manage your tiles, collect and upgrade buildings, crash into other islands and watch your precious giant golem inevitably fall off the cliff on his way to the front lines.
Why similar: Strategy 77.6%, Hex Grid 12.1% ★, Tactical 3.4%, Cartoony 2.7%, Fantasy 2.1%
- #46 Our Adventurer Guild
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,208 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 71.2%, Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 3.1%, Tactical RPG 1.6%, Turn-Based Combat 1.5%
- #47 Shogun's Empire: Hex Commander
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 70 reviews2019
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead your clan, build an army, wage wars — become Shogun and rule over Japan. Shogun’s Empire: Hex Commander is a turn-based strategy game with multi-layered gameplay mechanics.
Why similar: Strategy 52%, Turn-Based Strategy 48%
- #48 Battle for Wesnoth
68% matchVery Positive94% of 5,866 reviews2018
Dev: The Battle for Wesnoth ProjectPub: Wesnoth Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 62%, Strategy 28%, Hex Grid 4.1% ★, Turn-Based 2.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 1%
- #49 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 63.5%, Strategy 29.1%, Hex Grid 2.3% ★, Turn-Based 1.8%, Tactical 1.8%
- #50 Noob - The Factionless
68% matchVery Positive82% of 1,118 reviews2023
Dev: BlackPixel StudioPub: Olydri Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 79.3%, Tactical RPG 4.1%, Strategy RPG 3.1%, Turn-Based Combat 2.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.6%
- #51 Heroes of the Seven Islands
66% matchVery Positive100% of 165 reviews2025
Dev: Rap2hPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows · Mac · Linux
An open world party-based RPG with turn-based combat. Heroes of the Seven Islands is a comfy yet challenging mid-sized adventure in a vast fairytale world, inspired by 90s games.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.3%, Hand-drawn 28%, Family Friendly 14.1%, Fantasy 12.6%, Colorful 10.1%
- #52 Forged of Blood
70% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Strategy 45.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 43.4%, Tactical RPG 2.4%, Turn-Based Combat 2.2%, Strategy RPG 2%
- #53 Might is Right
69% matchVery Positive81% of 137 reviews2021
Dev: Lazy Kitty
Windows
Might is Right is an old-school turn-based strategy game, it has simple controls and deep complex mechanics.
Why similar: Strategy 91.9%, Turn-Based 2.3%, Tactical RPG 1.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 1.2%, Tactical 1.2%
- #54 Last Regiment
68% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 49.7%, Strategy 26%, Casual 10.5%, Hex Grid 4.3% ★, Turn-Based 3.5%
- #55 Crystal Story II
67% matchVery Positive95% of 330 reviews2015
Dev: Lanstrash
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Crystal Story II is a turn-based RPG that follows the story of a young Dragon on his quest to defeat an evil witch. He must seek allies to aid him on his journey and save the world from the oncoming invasion.
Why similar: Strategy 58.9%, Turn-Based 18%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Fantasy 4.1%, 2D 2.1%
- #56 King of Light
66% matchVery Positive95% of 111 reviews2023
Dev: crobatspr
Windows
A fantasy epic of war and betrayal. As a magicless prince, lead the Army of Light to reclaim a fractured Empire. Master tactical battles, crack complex mysteries, and forge a path to the throne with wisdom and heart.
Why similar: Strategy 55.8%, Casual 29.5%, Strategy RPG 5.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 3.9%, Cartoony 2%
- #57 Clash II
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: Prime Bit Games SA
Windows
Clash II is a turn-based strategy game in a world steeped in ancient magic. Immerse yourself in its history and explore forgotten land full of magical creatures. Gather and train an army, expand your stronghold, upgrade your heroes! Lead one side of the conflict and decide the fate of the continent!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 74.4%, Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 2.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 2.3%, Strategy RPG 2%
- #58 Exorder
69% matchMixed67% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: Solid9 StudioPub: No Gravity Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A fantasy turn-based strategy game, fight for Cerulean and claim the crown as her rightful heir! Enjoy hours of our single-player campaign and battle your friends with cross-platform multiplayer. Expand your skills as a commander with the challenge mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 56.7%, Strategy 16%, Casual 11.4%, Turn-Based 2.9%, Tactical RPG 2.7%