- #1 Ultimate Space Commando
97% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: Creatio 49Pub: Angry Cat Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
USC is a turn-based, top-down view tactics game in which you control the crew of a stranded recon vessel in a "first contact war" for survival, featuring a detailed combat system with RPG elements, fully interactive randomized maps, unique weapons and gadgets, crafting, and custom multiplayer modes.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 68.6%, Strategy 31.4%
- #2 USC: Counterforce
96% matchMixed67% of 237 reviews2024
Dev: Angry Cat StudiosPub: Firesquid
Windows
Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Space 16.2%, Crafting 12.8%, Tactical 11.6%
- #3 Overlooting
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,600 reviews2025
Dev: Posing Possums
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Adapt your strategy to a skill tree that changes every run, combine pieces of equipment to form powerful synergies and create a game-changing build capable of defeating the bosses that will try to stop you. In this Inventory Management Roguelike two games never feel the same!
Why similar: Loot 30.8%, Inventory Management 29.9%, Dungeon Crawler 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Strategy 3.7%
- #4 Astro Protocol
94% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: Null Vector Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Astro Protocol is a high-stakes, turn-based 4X space strategy game distilled into intense one-hour matches. Six factions, randomized maps, tech trees, and anomalies ensure every run is unique. Victories are earned against challenging opponents that play to win.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Space 14.6%, Base Building 13%, Resource Management 9.7%
- #5 Ruin Raiders
95% matchMixed67% of 88 reviews2021
Dev: OverPowered TeamPub: indie.io
Windows
Ruin Raiders is a turn-based tactical roguelike where you command customizable squads on a one-way journey into the ruins of an ancient civilization. Master turn-based combat, craft new technologies, and dive into ever-changing ruins to unveil the past!
Why similar: Loot 26.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Space 13.3%, Tactical 9.3%
- #6 Galaxy Squad
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 430 reviews2019
Dev: Kazakov Oleg
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Galaxy squad is a hardcore turn-based tactical roguelike, inspired by FTL and XCOM.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.3%, Space 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Tactical 11.7%, Strategy 11.3%
- #7 Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Incredibly dynamic turn-based strategy, reviving the traditions of the old school tactics. Lead a team of the most desperate fighters, destroy alien monsters and uncover the secrets of the lost planet.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 19%, Space 17.6%, Tactical 12.9%, Sci-fi 9.3%
- #8 Megaloot
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,997 reviews2024
Dev: axiliratePub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Megaloot is an addictive Inventory Management Roguelike RPG, where meticulous loot management lets you create diverse and powerful builds for each run. With every new attempt, start from scratch and loot strategically to craft dominating setups and become the ultimate power hunter.
Why similar: Loot 29.8%, Inventory Management 29.3%, Dungeon Crawler 23.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Strategy 4%
- #9 Ancient Frontier
92% matchMixed66% of 133 reviews2017
Dev: Fair Weather Studios
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ancient Frontier is a turn-based strategy RPG set in the far future. You command the fleet. Buy new ships, outfit them with crew and equipment, then deploy and destroy the enemy. Take control of massive fleets of capital ships and support craft as you play through two unique campaigns.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Space 16.7%, Strategy 12.3%, Tactical 8.3%
- #10 Space Prison
91% matchVery Positive85% of 278 reviews2024
Dev: Wooden AlienPub: Firesquid
Windows
Survive the galaxy's toughest prison and rise to the top of a space gang! Explore, fight, craft, trade and learn convicts' stories to escape the facility. Space Prison is a turn-based tactical survival game with deep strategy and social RPG elements.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28%, Dungeon Crawler 22.8%, Space 13.6%, Crafting 11.2%, Sci-fi 8.3%
- #11 Mainframe Defenders
90% matchVery Positive87% of 781 reviews2020
Dev: Synthetic Domain
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
MAINFRAME DEFENDERS - Turn-based tactics centered around gear and unit customization. It offers simple combat, high replayability, and tons of loot. Items don't just provide stats boost, but also offer distinct mechanics that can be combined into powerful builds.
Why similar: Strategy 51.4%, Exploration 48.6%
- #12 Zoria: Age of Shattering
88% matchMostly Positive78% of 622 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: Dungeon Crawler 29.1%, Base Building 24.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Stylized 8%, Strategy 7.8%
- #13 Inventorix
86% matchVery Positive100% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: Arcaludi
Windows
INVENTORIX is an inventory-management money-making roguelike deckbuilder. Creatively pack and synergize items and alien perks to create astronomical wealth and pay a mysterious space debt!
Why similar: Inventory Management 60%, Space 11.7%, Resource Management 11.4%, Strategy 8.8%, Tactical 5.8%
- #14 Steam Marines
89% matchMixed50% of 333 reviews2014
Dev: Worthless Bums
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
Why similar: Space 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.1%, Tactical 20.2%, Strategy 17.1%, Sci-fi 14.5%
- #15 Stellar Tactics
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,706 reviews2026
Dev: Don WilkinsPub: Maverick Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.8%, Space 13.4%, Tactical 8.8%, Exploration 7.1%
- #16 Dark Bestiary
87% matchVery Positive89% of 524 reviews2020
Dev: Qd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Dark Bestiary is a turn-based tactic game with RPG elements. The very core of the game consists of continuous and exciting battles with monsters rather than a deep story. So, you will have to explore a rich combat system and discover your character’s possibilities.
Why similar: Loot 26.3%, Inventory Management 23.3%, Dungeon Crawler 21.2%, Dark 11.4%, Crafting 10.1%
- #17 Shock Tactics
89% matchMixed43% of 136 reviews2017
Dev: Point Blank GamesPub: EuroVideo Medien
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Shock Tactics is a single player turn-based sci-fi strategy game with tactical combat, exploration, squad management and base building.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #18 Voidspire Tactics
85% matchVery Positive97% of 289 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 52.5%, Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Exploration 7.7%
- #19 Space Cats Tactics
84% 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 Tactics 27.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Space 18.1%, Base Building 17%, Exploration 6.5%
- #20 Subterrain: Mines of Titan
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 733 reviews2024
Dev: Pixellore IncPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Awaken from an abandoned stasis pod and discover a doomed mining camp on Titan in an uncompromising turn-based survival RPG. Survive the evolving horrors that lurk below and craft equipment, research new gear, fight against overwhelming odds, or even discover your true fate.
Why similar: Inventory Management 42.2%, Dark 18.3%, Sci-fi 15%, Tactical 13.3%, Exploration 9.3%
- #21 Deep Sky Derelicts
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,876 reviews2018
Dev: Snowhound GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 37.7%, Space 25.9%, Strategy 16%, Tactical 10.4%, Sci-fi 9.9%
- #22 Quasimorph
81% matchVery Positive83% of 6,283 reviews2023
Dev: Magnum ScriptumPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Take on a role of a hardened PMC fighter in a dark turn-based cyberpunk RPG. Engage in unforgiving combat, manage your ship and pile up the bodies of your clones to unravel the dark mystery behind threat to all life.
Why similar: Extraction Shooter 53.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Space 8.7%, Tactical 7%
- #23 MechCorp
82% matchVery Positive81% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: k.Song Tan
Windows
MechCorp. is a turn-based-tactics/strategy game where you take command of a mercenary mech squadron in space. Decide which battles to fight and what contracts to pursue while managing every aspect of the squad including mech lineup, crew management, research and production.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 52.3%, Strategy 27.7%, Sci-fi 17%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #24 Underboard
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 179 reviews2026
Dev: HeadlessPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Tactical team-building roguelike auto-battler with active and passive playstyles. Draft a team as you explore maps full of monsters, build synergies, equip items and cast spells to support your team during battles and help them escape the Underboard.
Why similar: Loot 25%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Dungeon Crawler 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Tactical 9.1%
- #25 Battle Grid
80% matchVery Positive83% of 230 reviews2023
Dev: Barking Dogs
Windows
Face relentless alien hordes, collect their resources and assemble an unstoppable squadron of mechs! In this Action Roguelite, discover game-breaking synergies, mix and match weapons and units, unlock upgrades, harvest and conquer alien planets.
Why similar: Gun Customization 35.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Inventory Management 13.4%, Dark 7.8%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #26 Void Tyrant
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 114 reviews2021
Dev: Quite Fresh GamesPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Collect an intergalactic bounty of eccentric allies and deadly weapons, explore vibrant planets, and engage in risky turn-based battles to restore the Eyes of Chronos and save the galaxy in this strategic roguelike deckbuilder!
Why similar: Space 43.2%, Strategy 28.4%, Sci-fi 25.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #27 Into the Void
82% matchMixed63% of 136 reviews2015
Dev: Mozg Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !
Why similar: Space 39.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Strategy 16.2%, Tactical 10%, Adventure 8.7%
- #28 Vigilantes
79% matchVery Positive81% of 304 reviews2018
Dev: Timeslip Softworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Vigilantes is a combat focused, turn-based tactical RPG set in the crime riddled city of Reiker. The game offers hardcore squad-level combat in a gritty neo-noir setting, intel gathering through surveillance and interrogation, a detailed character system, base facilities, crafting, and more.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 39.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, Base Building 14.6%, Tactical 12.5%, Strategy 10.7%
- #29 Cyber Knights: Flashpoint
75% matchVery Positive94% of 2,977 reviews2025
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Cyberpunk mercenaries RPG! Turn-based squad tactics with unique heist-planning strategy. Build your crew wisely; their stories will become interwoven with your own. Pull off heists with powerful cyberware, faction connections, multiclassing, weapon modding, stealth, hacking, and more!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.9%, Tactical 18.4%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Strategy 8.6%
- #30 Godless Tactics
78% 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: Turn-Based Tactics 39.7%, Strategy 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.6%, Adventure 12.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #31 CosmoPirates
77% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: BlackMoon Design
Windows · Linux
Build your deck using cards, ships, items and crew! Explore a generated galaxy roguelike style. Fight gruesome battles against the medley of space scum!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 32.4%, Space 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Sci-fi 10%, Exploration 7.7%
- #32 Recon Control
78% matchVery Positive84% of 141 reviews2021
Dev: Dmitry KozlovPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Recon Control is a turn-based strategy and 2D platformer hybrid focused on combat. Lead your special operations squad through a set of challenging and deadly missions.
Why similar: Inventory Management 27.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Tactical 10.7%, Combat 7.5%
- #33 Void Marauders
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 104 reviews2025
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead a band of space pirates and loot and pillage your way across the stars in this turn based tactical game!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Loot 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Space 17.7%, Tactical 12.7%
- #34 Backpack Battles
72% matchVery Positive91% of 20,420 reviews2025
Dev: PlayWithFurciferPub: IndieArk
Windows · Linux
Median: 11.0 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A PvP inventory management auto battler! Buy and craft powerful items, then carefully arrange them in your backpack.
Why similar: Inventory Management 55.9%, Loot 20.6%, Tactical 9.2%, Strategy 8.7%, Combat 5.7%
- #35 Sector Unknown
74% matchVery Positive81% of 360 reviews2026
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Sector Unknown is a solo-developed, isometric sci-fi RPG set in a shadowy expanse of space. Begin on a desolate planet, establish a stronghold, explore space, ally with or dominate local factions, and combat a despotic organization set on ruthlessly exploiting the sector's resources and inhabitants.
Why similar: Exploration 37.2%, Space 32.2%, Base Building 30.7%
- #36 Breachway
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,443 reviews2024
Dev: Edgeflow StudioPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore the galaxy in this deckbuilding, sci-fi roguelike where ship upgrades and crew management are key to your survival. Optimize resource generation, engage in intense turn-based battles, and take on ever-growing threats as you seek out The Signal.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 76%, Strategy 19.8%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #37 Steam Tactics
76% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2017
Dev: Igor Rashkuev
Windows · Mac
Welcome aboard your airship, captain! Engage in tactical combats, upgrade your ships and weapons, level up your pilots.
Why similar: Loot 26.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.1%, Inventory Management 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Tactical 8.1%
- #38 Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion – Turn-Based Strategy
73% matchMixed66% of 150 reviews2025
Dev: QuadCom InteractivePub: Brightika, Inc.
Windows
Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion - a turn-based strategy where you command SOF forces against an alien threat. Investigate disappearances, fight the invaders, and uncover the mystery. Every decision affects the fate of humanity.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 38%, Loot 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Strategy 10.1%, Tactical 6.7%
- #39 Templar Battleforce
73% matchVery Positive93% of 980 reviews2015
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.3 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 Tactics 42.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%, Tactical 13.6%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Strategy 7.6%
- #40 Catharage
71% matchVery Positive83% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Björn MichalskiPub: Games Foundation GmbH
Windows
A space tactics roguelite with naval combat and extraction elements. Explore space, pick fights, collect loot, then escape. Upgrade and unlock new ships to strengthen your fleet and face tougher foes. Play with up to 4 friends in online coop.
Why similar: Loot 41%, Space 19.7%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Exploration 10.1%, Strategy 9.7%
- #41 Anomaly Collapse
71% matchVery Positive86% of 636 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 Tactics 47.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 32.9%, Sci-fi 9.2%, Strategy 9%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #42 Dead in Antares
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 192 reviews2026
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Dead in Antares is a turn-based survival management game with RPG elements, set on an alien planet. Lead a crew of survivors sent on a mission to save humanity. Manage their needs, strengthen their teamwork, and explore this mysterious world to find a way back home.
Why similar: Resource Management 37.1%, Strategy 14.5%, Sci-fi 13%, Tactical 12.4%, Adventure 9.4%
- #43 Space Grunts
73% matchVery Positive81% of 78 reviews2016
Dev: Orangepixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A turn-based game on a planet outpost - with no waiting between turns! Play it at the speed of an arcade game, or take your time and think about your next step.. no matter how fast you take your turn, it might be your last!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.4%, Space 32.4%, Sci-fi 16.4%, Strategy 12.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #44 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
70% matchVery Positive81% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Lipsar Studio
Windows
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 40%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.7%, Tactical 18.2%, Strategy 14.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #45 Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander
72% matchVery Positive84% of 1,318 reviews2016
Dev: Massive Damage, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is a retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling.
Why similar: Space 34.6%, Base Building 27.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Strategy 15.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #46 Tales & Tactics
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,165 reviews2024
Dev: Table 9 StudioPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.0 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: Loot 33.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.2%, Resource Management 13.6%, Tactical 13.6%, Strategy 7%
- #47 StarCrawlers
71% matchVery Positive83% of 899 reviews2017
Dev: Juggernaut Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
StarCrawlers is a modern take on a classic cRPG dungeon crawler set in a gritty spacepunk universe. Build a crew of renegade adventurers on the fringes of space, taking jobs from megacorps to hunt bounties, sabotage rivals and conduct corporate espionage.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 74.8%, Sci-fi 18.9%, Adventure 6.3%
- #48 Void War
66% matchVery Positive94% of 3,803 reviews2025
Dev: Tundra
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.
Why similar: Space 35.8%, Resource Management 21.1%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Tactical 13.3%, Strategy 10.7%
- #49 LONESTAR
67% matchVery Positive91% of 2,408 reviews2025
Dev: Math TidePub: Thermite Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
LONESTAR is a strategic Roguelike spaceship deckbuilder. As a bounty hunter, you will capture criminals scattered across the universe. Win the shockwave battle to gain rewards and vacations. Find treasures, customize spaceships, unlock talents, defeat the felons and be a legend!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 35%, Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Dungeon Crawler 20.3%, Tactical 10.8%, Strategy 8.7%
- #50 Dark Sky
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 69 reviews2024
Dev: Ganymede GamesPub: Midwest Games
Windows
Dark Sky is a narrative RPG deckbuilder that features tactical combat and a branching card upgrade system. Assemble your party, customize your deck, and harness powerful synergies to master strategic battles as you unravel the mystery behind a planetary catastrophe.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 39.1%, Sci-fi 20.5%, Strategy 18.1%, Exploration 11%, Adventure 8.1%
- #51 Mech Engineer
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 938 reviews2024
Dev: KiberKrekerPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
A dark sci-fi mech assembling manager with semi-auto battles against mutating, alien bio-weapon.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 50.9%, Resource Management 29.5%, Strategy 11.7%, Stylized 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #52 No Escape from Madness
68% matchMixed67% of 274 reviews2025
Dev: qiqin
Windows
No Escape from Madness is a thrilling shooting adventure game that blends Lovecraftian elements with extraction gameplay. You will guide the self-sacrificing infantry operators into the Sector where The Elder One is poised to descend.
Why similar: Extraction Shooter 82.7% ★, Base Building 11%, Sci-fi 3.9%, Adventure 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #53 Beat the Humans
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 65 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 Tactics 40.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.2%, Tactical 18.9%, Strategy 10.4%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #54 Enter the Chronosphere
64% matchVery Positive95% of 379 reviews2026
Dev: Effort StarPub: Joystick Ventures
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Everything moves when you do in Enter the Chronosphere, the turn-based roguelike. Each chronosphere is procedurally generated with defenders and biomes from the worlds it has consumed. Break in, find exotic weaponry and gadgets, outsmart hostile aliens, and fight your way to the core.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.1%, Space 30.7%, Sci-fi 15.6%, Strategy 8.8%, Tactical 7%
- #55 Xenomarine
69% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2019
Dev: Fourfold Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience hardcore, sci-fi dungeon crawling in this dark, atmospheric roguelike. Xenomarine offers tactical turn-based combat with hundreds of unique items and upgradable weapons and armor, as well as massive replayability thanks to its randomly generated content.
Why similar: Strategy 40.2%, Sci-fi 35.5%, Adventure 24.2%
- #56 Robothorium
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 373 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 8.4 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: Dungeon Crawler 41.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.6%, Strategy 25.1%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #57 Mech Armada
65% matchVery Positive81% of 696 reviews2022
Dev: Lioncode Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 Tactics 39.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.5%, Tactical 14%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Strategy 8%
- #58 Regenesis
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 68 reviews2023
Dev: Klopsy
Windows
Guide a group of survivors trying to strive in this alien yet familiar environment. Fight against mutated creatures and use their parts to craft and upgrade your weapons.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 47.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 32.3%, Strategy 10.9%, Tactical 9.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%