- #1 Frozen Cortex
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 272 reviews2015
Dev: Mode 7
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
A hard-hitting simultaneous-turn-based tactical game from the creators of Frozen Synapse. Defeat your opponent’s plans on a randomly-generated playfield in this brutal futuresport.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.5%, Strategy 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.2%, Tactical 18.1%, Indie 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game featuring robot sports that mirrors the arena-style combat and strategic planning found in Clatter.
- #2 GLADIABOTS - AI Combat Arena
96% matchVery Positive89% of 887 reviews2019
Dev: GFX47
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Assemble your robot squad, construct their AI and send them in the battle arena to see your strategy play out. Iterate, improve and repeat until you outsmart all your opponents and friends online.
Why similar: Strategy 70.2%, Multiplayer 18.9%, Tactical 6.6%, Indie 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on building and customizing robot squads for autonomous arena combat, emphasizing strategic preparation over real-time reflexes.
- #3 Into the Breach
96% matchVery Positive94% of 21,742 reviews2018
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Strategy 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features grid-based tactical combat with mechs and a heavy emphasis on physics-based movement and positioning.
- #4 Mechabellum
95% matchVery Positive84% of 18,295 reviews2024
Dev: Game RiverPub: Dreamhaven
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 53.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Command massive armies in this epic mech auto-battler. Draft your troops, customize your units, master your formations, and crush enemies in spectacular 3D battles. All strategy, no clickfest. Outsmart opponents in 1v1, 2v2, free-for-all, or Survival Mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.2%, Strategy 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Tactical 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%
Why You'll Like It: An auto-battler focused on building and upgrading massive armies of robots to counter enemy strategies in an arena setting.
- #5 SteamWorld Heist
94% matchVery Positive94% of 6,137 reviews2016
Dev: Image & Form Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts in SteamWorld Heist. This is turn-based strategy with a twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action!
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.7%, Strategy 28.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%, Indie 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game featuring a squad of steam-powered robots with a strong emphasis on positioning and ricochet-based combat.
- #6 WARBORN
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 79 reviews2020
Dev: Raredrop Games LtdPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Deploy for battle in the Variable Armour, a technologically advanced suit of war. With turn-based tactics and quick-fire clashes, lead a strike force of deadly mecha to bring peace to the solar system in a 40-mission campaign. Create your own maps, practice in skirmish, or battle across multiplayer.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14%
Why You'll Like It: Features turn-based tactical combat with giant mechs, focusing on unit abilities and map control.
- #7 Mech Armada
92% matchVery Positive81% of 679 reviews2022
Dev: Lioncode Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Create and command custom Mechs to outmaneuver The Swarm in this post-apocalyptic tactical turn-based rogue-lite. Leverage the terrain, learn each Mech's unique skills and use strategy and resources to survive an ever-changing series of battles to give humanity hope.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite tactical game where you build custom mechs to survive turn-based encounters against waves of enemies.
- #8 TINY METAL
93% matchMostly Positive70% of 285 reviews2017
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. / UNTIES
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Craft unique strategies and outmaneuver your foes in TINY METAL, a turn-based Japanese wargame! With new tactical options, you will command over 16 tactically diverse units, flank, assault, deploy heroes from orbital dropships, and focus the firepower of multiple units to even out otherwise disastrous odds.
Why similar: Turn-Based 23%, Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based wargame that focuses on unit types and strategic positioning on a grid.
- #9 Wargroove
91% matchVery Positive83% of 5,221 reviews2019
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!
Why similar: Strategy 22%, Turn-Based 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Tactical 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a cute, vibrant aesthetic paired with deep, turn-based tactical combat that rewards careful unit management.
- #10 Bionic Dues
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 993 reviews2013
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Bionic Dues is a tactical, turn-based roguelite with mech customization. Out-think wide-ranging tactical situations featuring robots with bad GPS, terrible aim, insecurity, a lack of focus, a tendency to backstab, and dozens of other maladies to exploit.
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.2%, Strategy 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Tactical 9.5%, Indie 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelike tactical game where you manage a squad of robots to defend against waves of mechanical threats.
- #11 Ironclad Tactics
90% matchMixed69% of 621 reviews2013
Dev: Zachtronics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Ironclad Tactics is a fast-paced, card-based tactics game set in an alternate history Civil War - with steam-powered military robots!
Why similar: Strategy 46%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, Tactical 16.8%, Indie 15.1%
Why You'll Like It: A card-driven tactical game featuring steampunk robots that emphasizes lane-based strategy and unit deployment.
- #12 Duelyst II
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,777 reviews2022
Dev: Dream Sloth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Choose your faction, construct your deck and put your strategy to the test in the evolution of the ultimate collectible tactics game.
Why similar: Strategy 22%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Tactical 11%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical grid-based game that combines card-based unit summoning with deep positioning-focused combat.
- #13 Telepath Tactics
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2015
Dev: Sinister Design
Windows
A deep indie strategy RPG with destructible battlefields; the ability to build bridges, traps, and barricades; the ability to shove enemies off cliffs and into lava; and full-fledged mod support.
Why similar: Strategy 40.3%, Turn-Based 24.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Indie 15.1%
Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical game that emphasizes environmental interaction and unit positioning.
- #14 Anomaly Collapse
87% matchVery Positive86% of 634 reviews2024
Dev: RocketPunch Games
Windows
Command a squad of adorably fierce warriors in Anomaly Collapse, a turn-based Roguelite strategy game that offers a fresh twist to an old formula! Face off against otherworldly beings and uncover the dark secrets of supernatural calamities. Immerse yourself in a story where every move counts!
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.1%, Strategy 14.4%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical game that emphasizes positioning and turn-based strategy in a compact arena.
- #15 Gears Tactics
88% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,500 reviews2020
Dev: Splash DamagePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Gears Tactics is the fast-paced, turn-based strategy game from one of the most-acclaimed video game franchises – Gears of War. Outnumbered and fighting for survival, recruit and command your squad to hunt down an evil mastermind who makes monsters.
Why similar: Strategy 40.6%, Turn-Based 23.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Tactical 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-intensity, turn-based tactical experience with deep squad customization and aggressive combat mechanics.
- #16 Voidspire Tactics
86% 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: Strategy 31.1%, Turn-Based 26%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Indie 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on grid-based combat and environmental manipulation to gain an advantage.
- #17 BATTLETECH
84% matchVery Positive84% of 32,635 reviews2018
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.6%, Strategy 23.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Tactical 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, turn-based tactical combat with highly customizable mechs and squad management.
- #18 Ground Breakers
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: UnitedIndie
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Battle with robots on dynamic, randomly generated battlegrounds, as you attempt to take on the world in this unique turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Strategy 27.3%, Turn-Based 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that focuses on squad management and arena-style combat.
- #19 Phantom Brigade
82% matchVery Positive80% of 4,177 reviews2023
Dev: Brace Yourself Games
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Phantom Brigade 2.0 is a cinematic, tactical mech strategy game with a revolutionary timeline-based command system. See the future, predict enemy actions, and plot your counterattack on the timeline! Recruit and level up your squad of rebels to retake war-torn Fyrland from the Kaskad occupation.
Why similar: Strategy 22.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Tactical 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG featuring mechs that uses a unique timeline-based combat system to predict and counter enemy moves.
- #20 Last Regiment
84% 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 24%, Strategy 17.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer-focused tactical game that blends card-based unit summoning with turn-based grid strategy.
- #21 One-inch Tactics
82% matchVery Positive94% of 89 reviews2024
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Turn the tide of the war with nuanced strategies in One-inch Tactics, introducing players to a unique turn-based strategy experience.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Strategy 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Tactical 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical wargame that focuses on small-scale mech combat and precise movement on the battlefield.
- #22 WARMACHINE: Tactics
85% matchMixed44% of 1,160 reviews2014
Dev: WhiteMoon DreamsPub: Privateer Press Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Turn-based tactical combat set in the award-winning world of the Iron Kingdoms. Command your custom squad of steam-powered robots and elite warriors in raging battles dominated by magic and mechanika. Battle in online multiplayer and play the epic 21-mission single player campaign!
Why similar: Strategy 32.2%, Turn-Based 30.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Tactical 12.9%, Indie 4%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game based on the tabletop franchise, featuring heavy steampunk robots and squad-based strategy.
- #23 Wildermyth
81% matchVery Positive95% of 18,060 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.1%, Turn-Based 26.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Strategy 12.3%, Character Customization 11%
Why You'll Like It: Features a cute, paper-craft aesthetic with deep, turn-based tactical combat and character progression.
- #24 Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
79% matchVery Positive91% of 14,312 reviews2018
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.2%, Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a squad of cybernetic units in turn-based tactical combat with deep customization.
- #25 Invisible, Inc.
80% matchVery Positive91% of 5,719 reviews2015
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.2%, Strategy 20.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Tactical 13%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that emphasizes stealth, positioning, and high-stakes decision-making.
- #26 Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden
79% 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: Strategy 26.5%, Turn-Based 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Tactical 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines turn-based tactical combat with exploration and squad management in a unique setting.
- #27 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,357 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 47%, Turn-Based 27.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic grid-based tactical RPG that emphasizes unit variety and strategic positioning.
- #28 Faeria
78% matchVery Positive84% of 7,177 reviews2017
Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
With its unique living board, Faeria is also the only card game where you can gain all 300 cards in less than 50 hours.
Why similar: Strategy 45.7%, Turn-Based 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Indie 9.5%, Multiplayer 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical game that combines card-based mechanics with a dynamic, grid-based board that you build as you play.
- #29 Goo Gladiators
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 95 reviews2022
Dev: SFS Studios
Windows
Mutate and battle a collection of super cute goos in Goo Gladiators. Grow your team and fight others online in strategic auto-battling arenas. Form 'Goo Gangs' with your friends and rise up the leaderboards to become a 'Goo Master'.
Why similar: Strategy 55.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Character Customization 8.6%, Cute 7.4%, Multiplayer 5.8%
- #30 Mecharashi
75% matchMixed69% of 1,359 reviews2025
Dev: BlackJack StudioPub: HK TEN TREE LIMITED
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Mecharashi is a mecha-themed tactical turn-based game. The game adopts a unique part-destruction combat system, where you can assemble mechas however you want, equip a wide selection of weapons, and choose your favorite pilots to engage in battle.
Why similar: Strategy 38.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 31.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.1%, Multiplayer 3.7%
- #31 Tiny Auto Knights
73% matchVery Positive85% of 200 reviews2025
Dev: Mumpitz Games
Windows · Linux
A chill PvP auto battler where you build your team on a 3x3 grid. Recruit and upgrade unique heroes, strategically place them on the battlefield and find the best synergies.
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.6%, Strategy 29%, Tactical 11.6%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Indie 5.9%
- #32 Backpack Battles
71% matchVery Positive91% of 19,754 reviews2025
Dev: PlayWithFurciferPub: IndieArk
Windows · Linux
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A PvP inventory management auto battler! Buy and craft powerful items, then carefully arrange them in your backpack.
Why similar: Strategy 37.1%, Turn-Based 27.6%, Tactical 16.1%, Indie 8.7%, Multiplayer 8.1%
- #33 Raifu Wars
75% matchVery Positive90% of 92 reviews2022
Dev: Yotis StudiosPub: Schneewolf Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Strategize and battle for victory in this cute multiplayer turn-based strategy featuring bolt-action rifle girls!
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.6%, Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Indie 7.6%
- #34 Beat the Humans
74% matchVery Positive80% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Dochungryest
Windows
Beat the Humans is the turn-based tactical strategy game. Here you lead an army of aliens against invaders from the human race. Collect your squad, protect planets, strengthen your army with equipment and look for allies if you want to survive and win.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.6%, Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%
- #35 Claws & Chaos
74% matchMixed66% of 112 reviews2024
Dev: Parhelion Studio
Windows
Claws & Chaos is an auto-chess-style battler featuring quirky creatures in dire circumstances. Build your team and hone your skills while battling across both story and PvP modes. Will you earn your place on the Ark?
Why similar: Strategy 40.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 39.3%, Multiplayer 11.4%, Cute 8.9%
- #36 Skygard Arena
72% 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 21.5%, Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%
- #37 Mechanibot
73% matchVery Positive92% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: Jon Nielsen
Windows
In this tactical rogue-like auto battler, you'll build your unique team of robots and keep them alive as they fight. Battle through waves of enemies as you travel from planet to planet on a mission to fix the sun. Strategize, protect, survive. A Mechanibot's wrench never rests.
Why similar: Strategy 46.7%, Tactical 41.2%, Cute 7.4%, Indie 4.8%
- #38 Arma Tactics
76% matchMostly Negative32% of 991 reviews2013
Dev: Bohemia Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Arma Tactics is a turn-based close-combat strategy game, where you take control of a four-member Special Forces team. There are no given strategies, rails to move on, or paths to follow; it‘s up to you to decide how you will play through both the story-driven missions and generated missions with randomized objectives.
Why similar: Strategy 38.5%, Turn-Based 35.8%, Tactical 15.9%, Indie 8.4%, Multiplayer 1.4%
- #39 Together in Battle
69% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: Sinister Design
Windows
A fantasy gladiator strategy RPG with vibrant characters, funny random events, team management mechanics, and emergent relationship-building. Uncover a sinister conspiracy; fight deep turn-based tactical battles; watch your characters grow together!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 31.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 30.6%, Strategy 27%, Character Customization 11.3%
- #40 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 33.1%, Turn-Based 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Indie 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%
- #41 Space Cats Tactics
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 130 reviews2023
Dev: Mitzi Games
Windows
Fight nerve-wracking spaceship battles in this turn-based tactical space opera RPG! Manage your crew of feline warriors to adapt to every strategic situation and dive into a thrilling space opera story where your choices will determine your path.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%
- #42 Vactics
70% matchVery Positive98% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: The Lemur Conspiracy
Windows · Mac
Build the mech to fight against robotic Vactics in tactical chess-like combat. The war is already over and the heroes of the city have fallen. Take on a new randomly generated challenge every time you play and join with the citizens to fight for a better future.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 38.8%, Strategy 30.8%, Tactical 30.4%
- #43 RoBoRumble
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 307 reviews2015
Dev: MetropolisPub: TopWare Interactive ACE
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Build powerful battle robots from components like Chassis, Weapon and Booster. The battle’s starting and you’re right in it – with freely definable camera perspectives, spectacular effects, unlimited zoom and scroll, colored light sources, terrain morphing and 3D sound. Pure action – pure excitement!
Why similar: Strategy 92.6%, Indie 7.4%
- #44 Death Ring: Second Impact
68% matchVery Positive85% of 163 reviews2025
Dev: Rouge Mecha
Windows
Death Ring: Second Impact is a turn-based Roguelite strategy game. As the commander of the "Griffin" squadron, you must lead your Mechas and Pilots to resist the threat of mutated monsters and approaching to the secrets hidden behind the Death Ring.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.8%, Strategy 23.2%, Tactical 12.6%, Character Customization 9%
- #45 Robothorium
71% matchMostly Positive70% of 368 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!
Why similar: Turn-Based 33%, Strategy 32.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Indie 9.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #46 Floppy Knights
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 398 reviews2022
Dev: Rose City Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Meet the Floppy Knights: tangible projections summoned from floppy disks! Tactics fuse with card game mechanics as Phoebe and Carlton, a brilliant young inventor & her robot-arm bestie, square off in turn-based battles. Select your Knights, hone your deck, and execute your strategy for victory!
Why similar: Turn-Based 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%
- #47 OBEY
69% matchVery Positive85% of 439 reviews2020
Dev: DezPub: The Lo-Fi Apocalypse, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
OBEY is an asymmetrical multiplayer game. In many games you send commands to teammates or AI units. In OBEY you command your (human) opponents, or are commanded by them. Players are always free to obey/disobey. And everyone deals with the consequences of their own decisions.
Why similar: Strategy 53.1%, Indie 19%, Tactical 12.3%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Cute 4.8%
- #48 Templar Battleforce
69% matchVery Positive93% of 973 reviews2015
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
An addictive mix of strategic combat and army building, with the precision of an RPG. Design your squad members' exact build of equipment and talents to create unique fireteam combinations. Step into the pilot suit of a Leviathan mech, lead the Templar Knights in turn-based tactical warfare.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%
- #49 Athena Crisis
67% matchVery Positive82% of 140 reviews2024
Dev: Nakazawa Tech
Windows · Mac · Linux
Athena Crisis is a modern retro turn-based strategy game that places you in command of 40+ units in your journey across the multiverse. Embark on a challenging single-player quest or dive into the thrill of ranked or casual multiplayer modes to become the best Athena Crisis player!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.9%, Tactical 20.9%, Strategy 20.6%, Multiplayer 6%
- #50 Monster Battles
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 474 reviews2025
Dev: FourteenPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Gather your monster squad and fight in Monster Battles! Dive into this inventory management auto-battler. Collect, combine, and strategize with your monsters. The same-race monsters get powerful buffs, and monsters can fuse and evolve. Discover endless possibilities and build your ultimate squad!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.5%, Strategy 36.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Indie 8.7%, Cute 6.3%
- #51 Super Dungeon Tactics
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 147 reviews2016
Dev: Underbite Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Super Dungeon® Tactics is a classic turn-based game featuring exciting, new gameplay mechanics. Along with traditional RPG characters making you feel right at home, the dynamic gameplay will keep you on your toes.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.8%, Strategy 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
- #52 Totally Accurate Battle Simulator
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 147,242 reviews2021
Dev: Landfall
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Be the leader of wobblers from ancient lands, spooky places, and fantasy worlds. Watch them fight in simulations made with the wobbliest physics system ever created, make your own wobblers in the unit creator and send your army off to fight your friends in multiplayer.
Why similar: Strategy 67.9%, Indie 24.7%, Cute 7.5%
- #53 ANIWARS: Call of the Void
65% matchVery Positive94% of 108 reviews2025
Dev: Breaker Interactive
Windows
ANIWARS is a challenging turn-based strategy roguelite. Assemble your squad, collect powerful items, conquer territory and dominate the enemy!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 22.9%, Strategy 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Tactical 11.5%
- #54 Dice Gambit
64% matchVery Positive88% of 1,006 reviews2025
Dev: Chromatic InkPub: Spelkollektivet
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Shape and lead your own fully customisable (and debt-ridden) family of Inquisitors in charge of hunting the chromatic monsters infesting the city. Unlock unique abilities, hang out with eccentric nobles, learn the secrets the city holds while occasionally delivering ice cream!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 32.3%, Turn-Based Combat 28.7%, Tactical 26.1%, Character Customization 12.9%
- #55 Bravery Network Online
68% matchVery Positive82% of 157 reviews2021
Dev: GLOAM
Windows · Mac
Make friends, challenge strangers, & fight strategic turn-based battles in a post-post-apocalyptic world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.9%, Turn-Based Combat 29.3%, Strategy 22.3%, Character Customization 11.9%, Multiplayer 5.5%
- #56 Yardlings
68% matchVery Positive85% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
Yardlings is a local multiplayer battle arena about vegetables in a garden! Build an adorable army, place yourself strategically on the battlefield, using special abilities, capturing potted plants (outposts) and big seed-shooting flowers while you try to gain control over the yard!
Why similar: Strategy 71.9%, Indie 28.1%