- #1 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
97% matchVery Positive95% of 14,248 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 28%, RPG 27.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.8%, Strategy 14.2%, Indie 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a deep strategy RPG experience with anime-inspired aesthetics and complex unit management that mirrors the tactical depth of the seed game.
- #2 Banner of the Maid
96% matchVery Positive87% of 8,133 reviews2019
Dev: Azure Flame StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Banner of the Maid is a tribute to the golden age of tactical RPGs. Set in an alternate French Revolution, you play as Pauline Bonaparte, commanding your army on smoke-filled battlefields and navigating the turbulent political salons of Paris to forge a heroic epic like no other.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Strategy 23.2%, RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: It features a strong blend of turn-based tactical combat and anime-style character design set against a historical fantasy backdrop.
- #3 迷霧國度: 傳承 Myth of Mist:Legacy
96% matchVery Positive80% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: 赫米兔娛樂Skvader EntertainmentPub: 英特衛多媒體股份有限公司Interwise Multimedia Corp.
Windows
In the mist-surrounded City of Time and Eternity, you are the son of a noble family, going between various factions aiming to fight against the upcoming disaster of the Mist of Doomsday. This game is for players who love SLGs and multi-ending RPGs. Join us and write your own legend!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, RPG 12.9%, Strategy 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game combines narrative-heavy RPG elements with turn-based strategy, mirroring the indie spirit of the seed game.
- #4 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
94% 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: Strategy RPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, RPG 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A highly detailed tactical RPG that provides extensive character customization and grid-based combat similar to the seed game's focus.
- #5 Mercenaries Rebirth: Call of the Wild Lynx
95% matchMostly Positive76% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: ESQUADRA,inc.Pub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Obtain the sword of victory together with Princess Kiera and the Wild Lynx Mercenaries! Mercenaries Rebirth is a tactical RPG set in a fantasy world.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, RPG 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential turn-based tactical RPG that emphasizes party management and strategic positioning on the battlefield.
- #6 Dark Deity
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,983 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.5 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: Strategy RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, RPG 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a classic tactical RPG experience with anime-style character portraits and grid-based combat mechanics.
- #7 吞食孔明传 Tunshi Kongming Legends
93% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,218 reviews2019
Dev: Sunny ShowPub: Phoenix Games
Windows
吞食孔明传是一款传统的回合制角色扮演独立游戏,讲述了东汉末年的战乱之中,诸葛孔明与刘关张三人从桃园结义开始至一统天下的传奇故事。八个章节的正统剧本,两百位武将登场,可加入玩家阵营突破五十名,二周目开启,百种天赋技能及成就待解锁。
Why similar: RPG 34.5%, RPGMaker 29.7% ★, Strategy 26.5%, Indie 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This RPGMaker-based title offers a classic turn-based combat experience with a focus on historical strategy and character development.
- #8 Vestaria Saga I: War of the Scions
92% matchVery Positive85% of 999 reviews2019
Dev: Vestaria ProjectPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A prince in flight, charged with defending the last of the royal family, determined to secure a future for his kingdom, unaware he would be fighting for stakes greater still.
Why similar: RPG 23.8%, Strategy 23.7%, Simulation 16.2%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: Created by the designer of Fire Emblem, this game captures the classic turn-based tactical feel and challenging difficulty found in indie strategy RPGs.
- #9 Grey Heritage: Faded Vision
91% matchVery Positive80% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Command a rebellion as Leon Beaumont, Exiled Prince of Astrea, against the king that betrayed him. Engage in a classic turn-based tactical RPG experience as you unravel untold secrets from the past. Recruit allies, manage inventory, and train your soldiers in this JRPG inspired journey!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy 12.3%, RPG 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that leans into turn-based mechanics and character-driven storytelling within an indie framework.
- #10 RedEyes 赤瞳之勋
91% matchMixed69% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: RiceMaster
Windows
~ 一款精美的JRPG游戏,全手绘地图,kawaii的像素人物,炫酷的特效,精彩悠长的剧情,多元化战斗系统,回合制战斗,弹幕模式,arpg战斗和解密任务,开启你新世界的大门吧 ~
Why similar: RPG 43.7%, Strategy 39.5%, Indie 16.7%
Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that incorporates strategy and tactical elements, maintaining a similar tone and visual style to the seed game.
- #11 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
90% 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 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Strategy 17.1%, Strategy RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a robust tactical RPG experience with deep class systems and grid-based combat that fans of the genre will appreciate.
- #12 非常魔王(Beelzebub)
89% matchVery Positive92% of 84 reviews2020
Dev: 王韋Pub: RMAsia
Windows
This is an RPG strategy game that plays the role of a devil to find a way to conquer the world. Let evil descend on this beautiful and peaceful world!
Why similar: RPG 33.5%, Strategy RPG 32%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.4%, Strategy 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends strategy RPG elements with a unique anime-inspired aesthetic and turn-based combat.
- #13 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
87% 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: Strategy RPG 30.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.6%, RPG 18.5%, Simulation 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: As a foundational tactical RPG, it offers the deep strategic combat and branching narrative paths that define the genre.
- #14 Way Back Witness
88% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2021
Dev: 青椒
Windows
《归路:见证 》是一款架空世界回合制RPG游戏。 玩家将在这本不属于自己的世界内,见证忒瑞阴德上的悲欢离合,是是非非。 在冒险和旅行中,踏上那条注定不平凡的归路。
Why similar: RPGMaker 44.5% ★, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Indie 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-rich RPGMaker title that focuses on turn-based combat and character-driven storytelling.
- #15 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,531 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 30.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.6%, RPG 15.1%, Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a heavy focus on tactical grid-based combat and narrative choices, providing a high-quality experience for strategy fans.
- #16 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
85% matchVery Positive81% of 101 reviews2022
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Experience a Fast-Paced Roguelite Turn-Based Strategy game with a New Turn-Based System which will need you to plan early on and create strategies that would lead your army to victory. Create an army with different Characters and Leaders to choose from and explore this Roguelite world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.6%, RPG 23.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.4%, Strategy 21.3%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a turn-based strategy experience with a focus on tactical positioning and unit management.
- #17 Unsung Story
86% matchMostly Negative31% of 70 reviews2020
Dev: Little Orbit
Windows
Unsung Story is a spiritual successor to Final Fantasy Tactics that takes place in a world where spells are cast as songs and a 77-year war has damaged the foundations of magic. Build a team to work backwards in time from the final battle to find a way to save Lasfaria.
Why similar: RPG 28.9%, Strategy 26.2%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on grid-based combat and character-driven narrative progression.
- #18 Obscure Chronicle of Dynasty
84% matchVery Positive95% of 75 reviews2023
Dev: IsaacZhang
Windows
This is a "fictional, but plausible" strategy role-playing game with a plot which can be regarded as a history of the Three Kingdoms in a different realm. Thus, those who have received little or no attention in the original history may blossom in this very different time and space.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 27.4%, Strategy 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy RPG that blends historical drama with turn-based tactical combat mechanics.
- #19 Tenderfoot Tactics
84% matchVery Positive82% of 266 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin MaxonPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A party of goblins, granted magic by an ancient spirit, wanders the archipelago, fighting back the terrible Fog. Wield elemental power with wild repercussions in this open-world tactics RPG.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Strategy 13.7%
Why You'll Like It: A unique tactical RPG that emphasizes exploration and grid-based combat with a distinct art style.
- #20 求闻编年史 ~ Gensokyo Recollection
83% matchVery Positive98% of 222 reviews2022
Dev: Forever Shrine
Windows
这是一部以九代阿礼少女为主角展开的宏大叙事向东方同人RPG:拥有过目不忘能力的稗田阿求因一场噩梦丧失了所有前世的记忆。 为了找寻自己的记忆,稗田阿求跟随幻想乡众人踏遍幻想乡的每一个角落,重新见证幻想乡的历史。
Why similar: Strategy RPG 30.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.1%, Turn-Based Combat 20.3%, RPG 20.1%, Anime 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: An indie strategy RPG that utilizes turn-based combat and anime-inspired character designs.
- #21 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
82% matchVery Positive85% of 1,309 reviews2022
Dev: Happinet
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 17.5 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: Strategy 25.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.6%, Strategy RPG 15.5%, Simulation 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy RPG that emphasizes turn-based tactical battles and large-scale map control.
- #22 Mystery Of Dust
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Pink Rabbit
Windows
A sudden mechanical rebellion. An ordinary girl who has gained power. Faced with a "world-class" crisis. Is there a secret behind the rebellion? Is the power gained safe? Can a few people's journey save the world? Find out in our Tower Defense game-- Mystery of the Dust!
Why similar: RPG 41.4%, Strategy 39.1%, Anime 14%, Indie 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends tactical RPG elements with strategy and tower-defense mechanics for a unique tactical experience.
- #23 Untitled Crossing Record
81% matchMixed66% of 91 reviews2022
Dev: NekoPad StudioPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
未命名穿越记录是一款异世界题材的团队养成策略游戏,讲述一名小说家意外穿越到自己的作品中,在与自己创作的背景似是而非的世界里建立自己的公会、探险并获得足以影响世界的力量、揭露时空扭曲的真相并寻找同样迷失在异世界中的青梅竹马的故事。
Why similar: Strategy RPG 34.5%, RPG 23%, Strategy 22.9%, Simulation 19.6%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation-heavy RPG that incorporates strategy elements and party-based combat.
- #24 Of Gods and Men: The Daybreak Empire
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Dead Genre Studios
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired turn-based strategy. Conquer your way across a war-ravaged world to forge a new empire and impart an unprecedented era of peace!
Why similar: RPG 21.5%, Strategy 21.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%
Why You'll Like It: This indie RPG offers a mix of strategy and turn-based combat with a focus on character-driven storytelling.
- #25 Echoes of Vision
78% matchVery Positive87% of 70 reviews2026
Dev: Azure Flame Studio
Windows
This is a turn-based strategy game. You'll assume the role of the Special Investigations Division Chief at the Bureau of Crisis Response (BCR), leading agents deep into Bleak Mountains City, a metropolis steeped in retro 1980s charm, to investigate and contain various supernatural “Visions”.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Strategy 12.6%, RPG 11.7%
- #26 Wish Giver 偿愿人
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 242 reviews2018
Dev: KelPub: 0Cube
Windows
《Wish Giver》is a role playing game for solving puzzles. The game tells us that the protagonist, as a new wish giver, has received very challenging entrustment due to huge rewards.But the road to fulfill the wish of the aspirant is far more complicated than she imagined.
Why similar: RPGMaker 33.6% ★, RPG 21%, Simulation 15.8%, Strategy 14.7%, Indie 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: An indie adventure RPG that captures the charm and simplicity of the RPGMaker genre.
- #27 GOD WARS The Complete Legend
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 223 reviews2019
Dev: DRAGAMI GAMES, LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The latest in full-scale Tactical RPG receiving great reviews all around the world is finally on PC Steam! Enjoy the ensemble cast of heroes who fought in ancient Japan and capture the best in Tactical RPG consisting an overwhelming game volume of 142 battle stages and 160 hours in total play time.
Why similar: RPG 31.2%, Simulation 26.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, Anime 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: This strategy RPG features Japanese mythology-inspired themes and classic turn-based tactical combat.
- #28 法利恩戰記(Furion Chronicles)
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 125 reviews2020
Dev: Minstrel Studio
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The emergence of the Empire's flying city has no surprise decided the direction of the whole war. In order to avoid defeat, the countries and counties in the southern mainland signed a peace agreement with the Empire. At this time, the southern continent of farien, the city-state union of caldis, was attacked like a tide of demons
Why similar: RPGMaker 20.4% ★, Strategy 18.7%, Simulation 15.4%, Strategy RPG 9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: An indie strategy simulation game that incorporates RPG elements and turn-based tactical combat.
- #29 Earthling's Undertaking
77% matchMixed66% of 998 reviews2023
Dev: Current Games
Windows
《天地归虚》是一款中国上古神话题材的修仙RPG+策略战棋游戏。玩家扮演一名落魄宗门的掌门人,游历神秘莫测的太初世界,经营门派培养弟子,寻仙求道提升修为,探索太初世界天道倾斜的原因,揭露诸仙背后隐藏的阴谋,打破命运的樊笼,谱写属于自己的神话传说。
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.8%, RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%
- #30 武林立志傳
76% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2023
Dev: T-Time Technology CO., LTD.
Windows
◆ 巧妙搭配各大派“武功秘笈”,練就獨步武林之絕世神功 ◆ 創新仇恨值戰鬥系統,重視團隊分工的作戰技巧 ◆ 可改變的裝備屬性的合成系統 ◆ 網狀式的關卡設計與多樣化的分歧路線,故事結局由你決定!◆ STEAM版本加強功能!
Why similar: Strategy 21.4%, RPG 20.3%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%
- #31 The Heroic Legend of Eagarlnia
75% matchVery Positive85% of 1,618 reviews2022
Dev: HongShou StudioPub: Pixmain
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Lay out your grand strategy on the land of Eagarlnia where humans, elves, orcs, dwarves, and the undead each battle out a corner of land. Manage your territories by navigating complex decisions and grow your economy.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.9%, Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, Anime 13.3%
- #32 You... and who else?
78% matchMixed61% of 54 reviews2017
Dev: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
YOU... and who else? is an addictive Strategy game developed by Aldorlea Games. Recruit troops, improve your skills, conquer castles and progressively unite the world under one banner. Your ability to come up with a good tactic will be tested!
Why similar: RPGMaker 38% ★, Strategy 20%, RPG 15.6%, Simulation 12.7%, Indie 7.9%
- #33 The Adventurers
74% matchVery Positive88% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: Eternal Vigilance Entertainment
Windows
The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Lead your party of heroes in an open world filled with random events that affect your story. Survive a high fantasy landscape where your epic saga is waiting to be written.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, RPG 19.7%, Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%
- #34 Veterum
73% matchVery Positive93% of 126 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: Strategy RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Strategy 15.4%, RPG 13.7%
- #35 Fated Land
75% matchMixed67% of 51 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: RPG 26.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 26.3%, Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Indie 4.6%
- #36 末法时代
77% matchMixed55% of 69 reviews2020
Dev: 末法时代制作组
Windows
踏上你的修仙旅途,用自己的方式,得道正果。寻找自己的仇人,为家门复仇。在探索中慢慢揭开世界之谜的神秘面纱,最终飞升成仙。这也许不是一个拯救世界的故事,但你可以。
Why similar: Strategy 31.1%, RPG 31%, Simulation 26%, Indie 11.9%
- #37 浮世万千之前世今生
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: 飞天大胖喵
Windows
"Floating world before the world this life" is an independent stand-alone game, this game is floating world myriad game series in the second.The game is a full-length xiuxian novel stream game, using the traditional turn-based combat system.
Why similar: RPGMaker 40% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, RPG 15.1%, Strategy 12.7%, Anime 9.8%
- #38 叛逆の守護者
72% matchVery Positive93% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: 朧燕
Windows
A classic war-chronicle fantasy SRPG set on the continent of Falnea, where beings known as “Guardians” wield power beyond mortals. Lead Arzes—the son of a Guardian—against the Ruzeroa Empire’s bid for unification and the shadowy forces stoking the war.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Strategy 15.8%, Simulation 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%
- #39 Isekai Adventurer Guild
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 91 reviews2026
Dev: Beard Bear
Windows
Isekai Adventurer Guild is an SRPG roguelite where you train adventurers and go on quests together.People and monsters from Isekai have appeared.As the guild master, train adventurers and fight alongside them to solve the mysteries threatening the world!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 30.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Strategy 21.7%, Simulation 17.9%, Anime 7.6%
- #40 无限投影
73% matchMixed59% of 218 reviews2022
Dev: A2 Game Studio
Windows
In the novel and anime worlds, players could collect apostles and fight against the forces of chaos. Build the legendary team and conquer all the multiverses!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 26.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Strategy 18.5%, Simulation 17%, Anime 12%
- #41 Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms
68% matchVery Positive89% of 7,704 reviews2025
Dev: Free Wing
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
"Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms" is a single-player RPG where you shape the Three Kingdoms era. Choose to be a ruler, a loyal advisor, or a cunning mercenary. Marry, build homes, or train in martial arts. Restore peace through diplomacy or conquer with mighty armies.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Strategy 19.3%, RPG 18.6%, Simulation 16.7%
- #42 魔塔三国之群雄争霸
72% matchVery Positive87% of 71 reviews2022
Dev: 赚大钱工作室
Windows
Players play one of the heroes in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, conquer other forces and unify the world
Why similar: Strategy 28.9%, Strategy RPG 27.9%, RPG 27.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Indie 3.6%
- #43 军团战棋Legion War
70% matchVery Positive90% of 819 reviews2021
Dev: Bear & Cat Studio
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 43.4 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 28.1%, Strategy 26%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.4%, Anime 13%, Indie 9.5%
- #44 Broken Alliance
69% matchVery Positive87% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: Placeholder Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
From the makers of Death & Taxes comes a turn-based adventure-strategy game, an indie love letter to pixel art, old-school adventure games, mythical creatures and fantasy storytelling. Choose your faction and harness the vast power of magic to save your dying world, shaping your personal storyline.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 27.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Strategy 17.7%, RPG 17.5%
- #45 Winged Sakura: Demon Civil War
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: WINGED SAKURA GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Incarnated into a world of demons, you find yourself caught up in a middle of a demon civil war. Form contracts with demons and aid the Rebellions to take back what's rightfully theirs in this beautifully illustrated turn-based RPG!
Why similar: RPG 40.7%, Turn-Based Combat 25.4%, Anime 18.4%, Indie 15.6%
- #46 龙胤立志传
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,787 reviews2026
Dev: TPP StudioPub: 噪点游戏 SERICA GAMES
Windows
Median: 22.0 hrsMean: 37.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
《龙胤立志传》是一款融合门派经营的开放江湖武侠游戏。在各大门派割据一方的神州之上,你可以自由驰骋,历经奇遇,修炼神功,踏上行侠仗义或行凶作恶之路,也可以经营自己的门派,攻城略地,称霸一方,最终谱写一段独一无二的武林传奇。
Why similar: RPG 30.9%, Strategy RPG 23.6%, Simulation 22.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Strategy 8.8%
- #47 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
67% matchVery Positive84% of 2,346 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 37.8%, Strategy 33.9%, Simulation 28.2%
- #48 Fae Tactics
70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,708 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.3%, RPG 30%, Strategy 27.3%, Strategy RPG 9.7%, Indie 2.8%
- #49 Queen's Wish: The Conqueror
71% matchVery Positive83% of 365 reviews2019
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
At last, the Queen has given you power and freedom! The cost? You must rebuild her Empire. Will you? In this epic, indie fantasy adventure, you are free to explore, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose. Escape into an unpredictable open-ended story and cunning tactical combat.
Why similar: RPG 47.6%, Strategy 35.8%, Indie 16.6%
- #50 The Disguiser Of Fate
71% matchVery Positive91% of 67 reviews2019
Dev: Windward_BirdsPub: XNZONE
Windows
This is a world at the brink of destruction, but he comes from a destroyed world. Bearing the burden of changing the fate of this world and facing everything before him, especially the eminent destruction, what can he do, and what price will he pay?
Why similar: RPGMaker 48.1% ★, RPG 18.3%, Strategy 14.2%, Anime 12.5%, Indie 6.9%
- #51 The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle
68% matchMixed67% of 4,787 reviews2024
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Make a name for yourself in this old-school Wuxia RPG. Explore the chaotic lands of ancient China and engage in challenging turn-based battles to change the world of kungfu forever.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 20.8%, Strategy RPG 20.5%, RPG 18.3%, Strategy 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%
- #52 Wheel of Fate
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: UDX Interactive Inc.
Windows
Wheel of Fate is an old-school single-player fantasy RPG with a modern take on graphics and a breakthrough AI that adapts the world to the player. Become the hero of Providence and save the world in an ever-changing adventure in this new take on old classics.
Why similar: RPG 54.9%, Turn-Based Combat 25.9%, Indie 19.2%
- #53 Sword of Convallaria
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,577 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 62.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Strategy 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, RPG 16.2%
- #54 Untamed Tactics
67% 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 Tactics 21.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, RPG 15.5%, Strategy RPG 14%, Strategy 13.6%
- #55 列传:革新战争
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 231 reviews2021
Dev: Ash Game Studio
Windows
《列传:革新战争》是灰烬游戏工作室出品的战棋游戏。游戏为SRPG类型,加入了华丽的技能演出与深度的战斗系统。游戏以幻想中世纪为舞台,编写了三十万字以上,“王道中的邪道式”新颖故事。相信喜欢日式SRPG、JPRG的玩家一定会喜欢本作。
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 15%, RPG 14.4%
- #56 英雄竞起:三国
67% matchMixed61% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: 自在工作室
Windows
The world is in chaos, heroes are rising, and the public is a high-ranking official. We must take the collection of heroes as our heart, and we can help the Han dynasty and save the people.
Why similar: Strategy 29.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%, RPG 8.7%
- #57 OH! RPG!
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 397 reviews2015
Dev: RosePortal GamesPub: Aldorlea Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Heroes always win! But what happens to those who don't? Play as unique and colorful characters as the world comes to an end after our heroes' utter defeat.
Why similar: RPGMaker 55.8% ★, RPG 19.2%, Strategy 14.5%, Indie 6.1%, Anime 4.4%
- #58 Our Adventurer Guild
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,084 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 Tactics 24.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Anime 9.5%