- #1 Songs of Conquest
97% matchVery Positive86% of 13,308 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Tactical 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the classic hero-led army management and turn-based tactical combat found in Clash II.
- #2 Fantasy General II
96% matchVery Positive81% of 1,944 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Tactical 13.4%, War 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep, grid-based tactical experience set in a rich fantasy world with a strong focus on army composition.
- #3 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
96% matchVery Positive80% of 2,601 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Medieval 11.8%, Magic 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully blends 4X-style exploration with turn-based tactical battles and hero progression in a magical setting.
- #4 Age of Wonders 4
94% matchVery Positive81% of 22,264 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.2 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, War 14.7%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Tactical 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides the ultimate experience in fantasy empire-building, hero customization, and complex turn-based tactical combat.
- #5 Stones Keeper
95% matchMostly Positive71% of 119 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, recruit and enhance your fighters, control a flying island, search for artifacts, and learn the secrets of the ancients.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: It features a unique blend of turn-based strategy and tactical combat with a distinct dark fantasy aesthetic.
- #6 Warlock 2: The Exiled
94% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,296 reviews2014
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Warlock 2 is a turn-based strategy game of fantasy warfare. Rival against Great Mages, lead mighty armies into fierce battles, wield ancient magic and faith as your weapons.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 53.3%, Strategy 23.6%, Magic 16%, Multiplayer 6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic 4X fantasy strategy game that emphasizes magical warfare and hero units on a grand scale.
- #7 King's Bounty II
93% matchMixed62% of 5,490 reviews2021
Dev: Fulqrum GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.2%, Medieval 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Tactical 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game shifts the classic formula into a more immersive 3D perspective while maintaining the core focus on tactical grid combat and army recruitment.
- #8 Wartales
91% matchVery Positive86% of 34,811 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 51.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.2%, Medieval 24%, Turn-Based Combat 23.3%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Exploration 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: While more mercenary-focused, it offers deep tactical combat and army management that will appeal to fans of Clash II's strategic depth.
- #9 King Arthur: Legion IX
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 804 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Strategy RPG 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical RPG offers intense grid-based combat and hero-centric gameplay within a dark, magical setting.
- #10 Disciples: Liberation
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,914 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.4 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 20.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Tactical 14.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines dark fantasy narrative with turn-based tactical combat and hero-driven army development.
- #11 Dark Deity
90% 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 18.8%, Tactical 16.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on character-driven tactical combat that rewards careful positioning and strategic planning.
- #12 Battle Brothers
89% matchVery Positive88% of 27,494 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 93.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: War 31.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 29%, Medieval 28.5%, Strategy 7.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: This gritty tactical game excels at the management of a mercenary company through challenging, grid-based turn-based combat.
- #13 Warlords III: Darklords Rising
89% matchVery Positive91% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Conquer kingdoms, wield dark magic, and lead armies in Warlords III: Darklords Rising. Master strategy in this fantasy world of warfare.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Grid-Based Movement 20.4%, Magic 15.7%, Strategy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A retro classic that pioneered the hero-led army management and turn-based strategy mechanics seen in modern titles.
- #14 Pennon and Battle
88% matchMixed69% of 182 reviews2025
Dev: PB StudioPub: Luckycalf
Windows
"Pennon and Battle" is a turn-based strategy war game. As a lord, you will play a crucial role in the revival of the kingdom! Lead heroes and armies to expand territory in Ruachland, utilize tactics and magic to eliminate enemy forces, and create your own legend!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Magic 12.4%, PvP 11%
Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a classic 4X strategy experience with a strong focus on turn-based tactical battles.
- #15 Shields of Loyalty
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 172 reviews2025
Dev: Mosaic Mask StudioPub: indie.io
Windows
Experience tactically challenging turn-based strategy in the hostile island world of Mantaria. Command a dynamic army of various unit types and classes to slay a dark and possessed undead army. Train forces into powerful warriors and fight fervently until the snake's head is at your feet!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Tactical 16%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Medieval 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: It is a dedicated turn-based tactical game that captures the feel of classic fantasy wargames.
- #16 Hero's Hour
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,674 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Strategy RPG 17.9%, Tactical 15%, PvP 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a fast-paced take on the turn-based strategy genre with a heavy emphasis on army building and tactical combat.
- #17 Veterum
86% matchVery Positive92% of 138 reviews2025
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows
Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Grid-Based Movement 14.5%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Tactical 11%
Why You'll Like It: This strategy-RPG focuses on tactical combat and hero progression within a classic fantasy framework.
- #18 Zoria: Age of Shattering
83% matchMostly Positive78% of 620 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 33.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 32.5%, Exploration 10.7%, 3D 10.2%, Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: It combines exploration with tactical, party-based combat in a rich fantasy world.
- #19 Expeditions: Rome
82% matchVery Positive88% of 6,559 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.7%, Tactical 13.2%, Top-Down 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers deep tactical combat and party management that will satisfy players looking for strategic depth.
- #20 Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor
82% matchVery Positive90% of 105 reviews2022
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
You are in a barbarian land. They are trying to kill you. The Queen demands you tame them. So what now? Escape into an exciting, open-ended story and cunning tactical combat. Epic, indie fantasy adventure. Freely explore a huge world, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 59.5%, Turn-Based Combat 20.1%, Strategy 19.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep, party-based tactical experience with a strong emphasis on world-building and strategic choices.
- #21 Forged of Blood
84% 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: Grid-Based Movement 17.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a complex tactical combat system that emphasizes player choice and army management.
- #22 The Banner Saga
81% 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 36.5%, Strategy RPG 32.6%, Tactical 18.2%, Strategy 6.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 4%
Why You'll Like It: It features a beautiful art style and highly tactical, grid-based combat that emphasizes hero survival and army morale.
- #23 Skygard Arena
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Gemelli Games
Windows
Lead your squad of Champions to victory in this fantasy turn-based tactical skirmish game. Save the 5 factions of Skygard in the story mode missions or battle other players online. Customize your Champions to fit your strategy, capture objectives, pick up resources and strike with your spells!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Grid-Based Movement 12.9%, Strategy RPG 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on competitive turn-based tactical combat with a variety of hero units.
- #24 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
80% matchVery Positive88% of 6,291 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 Tactics 29.7%, Turn-Based Combat 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Tactical 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A deep tactical RPG that focuses on complex class systems and grid-based combat encounters.
- #25 Fight Life: Vanguard
77% 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 Tactics 19.7%, Medieval 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%
- #26 Dark Quest 2
79% matchVery Positive84% of 659 reviews2018
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG where you control a party of heroes on your epic quest to defeat the evil sorcerer and his minions.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.8%, Tactical 25.6%, Strategy 19.1%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling tactical game that emphasizes hero abilities and grid-based movement.
- #27 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 180 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Medieval 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a challenging tactical experience with a focus on grid-based combat and party management.
- #28 Battle Synth
76% matchVery Positive91% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: Cow Games
Windows
BattleSynth — Tactical Fantasy Warfare Assemble your army, plan your moves, and watch your strategy come alive on the battlefield. In BattleSynth, every unit matters and every choice can lead to victory — or defeat. Smart tactics, wild magic, and a bit of chaos await!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.2%, Medieval 14.6%, Tactical 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #29 Solasta II
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,676 reviews2026
Dev: Tactical Adventures
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In a Mana-infused land, a dark force led by the enigmatic Shadwyn threatens Neokos. Bring your party of adventurers together across perilous realms in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.2 ruleset. You make the choices, dice decide your destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.7%, Strategy RPG 31%, Top-Down 19.9%, Strategy 8.4%, Singleplayer 4%
- #30 Guards II: Chaos in Hell
76% matchVery Positive96% of 147 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: Grid-Based Movement 25.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Tactical 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%
- #31 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
77% matchMixed60% of 598 reviews2024
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.6%, Turn-Based Combat 20.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Tactical 12.5%, Medieval 12.1%
- #32 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
74% matchVery Positive84% of 2,525 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, War 21.8%, Medieval 19.5%, Tactical 18.3%, Multiplayer 9.7%
- #33 Fantasy Wars
78% 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 52.8%, Strategy 25%, Tactical 18.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based strategy game that focuses on tactical positioning and unit management in a fantasy setting.
- #34 RuneQuest: Warlords
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: VirtuosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
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: Turn-Based Strategy 30.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.9%, Magic 12.1%, Strategy 11.9%, 3D 7.3%
- #35 Rising Lords
75% matchMostly Positive71% of 963 reviews2024
Dev: ArgonwoodPub: Deck13
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Rising Lords is a medieval turn-based strategy game with card and board game elements. Send your serfs to fight and die in your name... or let them prosper, and use them to your advantage!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.2%, Medieval 19%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Tactical 11.9%
- #36 Dark Deity 2
73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,600 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Strategy RPG 20.6%, Tactical 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Top-Down 11%
- #37 STRANGER SAGA -Stranger Bach and Iskiyeld's Ambition-
73% matchVery Positive86% of 196 reviews2025
Dev: Retro Game Balance & Mechanics -レトロゲームの手応えとバランスを追求するデザイン工房-
Windows
"STRANGER SAGA" is a turn-based SRPG where you lead a resistance army against a mighty enemy force. Raise citizens into elite warriors and conquer challenging strategy battles!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, War 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Medieval 13.3%, Strategy RPG 13.1%
- #38 Spellcrafter
78% 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 100%
Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical combat with a unique spell-casting system that rewards strategic planning.
- #39 Blades, Bows and Magic
72% matchVery Positive95% of 65 reviews2026
Dev: Funk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A casual, medieval fantasy, strategy card battler. Duel champions across the land in singleplayer and unlock new cards with special abilities. Challenge other players or your friends in online PvP multiplayer with our distinctive tactical battle system.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Multiplayer 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%, Medieval 8.4%
- #40 Magic Sword
73% matchVery Positive93% of 54 reviews2024
Dev: Virtue Voyage Gaming LLC
Windows
Magic Sword is a medieval CRPG with synchronous turn-based strategy where you develop your character, explore the map, and compete for victory points in Combat, Knowledge, Capital, Reputation, and Fellowships.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 27.4%, PvP 19.2%, Exploration 9.1%, Strategy 5.9%
- #41 Prophecy of Ashen
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 217 reviews2026
Dev: hhyuGame
Windows
Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Magic 16.1%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%
- #42 Total War: WARHAMMER II
70% matchVery Positive93% of 121,341 reviews2017
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 41.3 hrsMean: 179.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The forces of Lustria await your command. Choose your Legendary Lord, expand your armies, forge alliances in a strategic turn-based campaign, and unleash the might of your monstrous forces in fast-paced real-time battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.2%, War 23.5%, Strategy 13.3%, Tactical 10.4%, Dark Fantasy 10%
- #43 Wizards and Warlords
72% 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 36.6%, Magic 19.7%, Strategy RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Strategy 9%
- #44 军团战棋Legion War
71% matchVery Positive90% of 821 reviews2021
Dev: Bear & Cat Studio
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 43.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
"Legion War" is a 4X strategy game in a fantasy setting. You can build and expand your territory, explore unknown lands, and search for mysterious treasure, cultivate your own heroes and troops while exterminating your opponent's, and challenge the god who rules the world behind the scenes.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.6%, Tactical 14.3%, Magic 12.2%, Strategy 7.8%
- #45 Warlords I + II
70% matchVery Positive97% of 62 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Warlords 1 + Warlords II Deluxe is a compilation of two great award-winning games. Both bring different worlds to conquer, mighty armies to conquer, and enemies to vanquish.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.6%, Magic 17.7%, Top-Down 11.4%, Medieval 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%
- #46 Godless Tactics
70% 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: Grid-Based Movement 35.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, Strategy 13.9%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #47 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
71% 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 54.2%, Dark Fantasy 45.8%
- #48 The Banner Saga 2
69% matchVery Positive90% of 3,765 reviews2016
Dev: Stoic
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 48.6%, Tactical 16%, Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.4%, Turn-Based Combat 5.8%
- #49 Last Regiment
69% 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 Tactics 21.8%, War 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17.1%, Multiplayer 9.3%
- #50 CountryBalls Heroes
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 459 reviews2021
Dev: Innominate GamesPub: Games Operators
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
CountryBalls Heroes is a game where you get to play as your favorite Countryball. Become a legend by leading massive Countryball armies. Create your forces, build master-planned cities, gather powerful artifacts and prove that your Countryball is the most powerful.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Tactical 12.7%, Magic 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Strategy RPG 10.4%
- #51 Mage and Monsters II
66% matchVery Positive84% of 353 reviews2025
Dev: Lasse Zacho Malver
Windows
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: Magic 35.3%, War 31.4%, Top-Down 18.5%, Strategy 12.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #52 The Iron Oath
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 900 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Medieval 13.7%
- #53 Live by the Sword: Tactics
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: Labrador Studios
Windows · Mac
Live By The Sword: Tactics is a streamlined tactical RPG that blends classic and contemporary gameplay elements. The game is set in a world recovering from the ravages of war, you must navigate the treacherous landscape to prevent further turmoil. Single Player and Multiplayer modes available.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Tactical 11.5%
- #54 Songs of Silence
64% matchVery Positive81% of 2,653 reviews2024
Dev: Chimera Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, War 16.9%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Tactical 14.3%
- #55 Conquest Tactics : Realm of Sin
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 210 reviews2026
Dev: Singular Sunshine StudiosPub: Thousand Generation
Windows · Mac
Conquest Tactics: Realm of Sin is a dark-fantasy roguelite tactics game. Command your army and engage in turn-based battles on a hex-based board as you advance step by step to conquer a land shrouded in sin. Your choices carry weight: will you restore order… or allow eternal darkness to reign?
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Dark Fantasy 16%, Tactical 15.2%
- #56 Glorious Companions
66% matchMixed62% of 206 reviews2024
Dev: Ancient Forge
Windows
Explore the open world of Terscara as you advance through the challenging and tactical encounters in this epic turn-based tactical RPG. Form and lead a group of battle-proven companions, delve into the ancient dungeons to collect the elusive vault crystals, and end Xandar’s Wraith once and for all.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Strategy RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, PvP 11.2%
- #57 Fantasy General II: Prologue
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 108 reviews2020
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this free-to-play turn-based strategy game. Level up and train your units and guide them through the Curse story campaign.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, War 15.1%, Tactical 11.6%, Magic 9.6%
- #58 Holy Clash Cards
68% matchMostly Negative25% of 146 reviews2024
Dev: mttsus
Windows
Active Map Enhancements, Castle Wars, Building Improvements. Holy Clash Cards offers an unparalleled gaming experience that will captivate both newcomers and seasoned veterans alike. Will you rise to glory, or will your faith falter in the face of adversity? The fate of your army awaits.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Top-Down 10.2%