- #1 Songs of Conquest
97% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 19.2%, Local Multiplayer 16.3%, Tactical 13.3%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Magic 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is the premier modern successor to the classic turn-based strategy formula, featuring beautiful pixel art and deep tactical combat.
- #2 Hero's Hour
96% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,658 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Tactical 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a fast-paced, real-time combat twist on the classic turn-based exploration and city-building formula.
- #3 Countryball: Europe 1890
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 725 reviews2022
Dev: SHN Games
Windows
Discover the 19th and 20th centuries with countryballs!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31%, Wargame 25.9%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, Strategy 8.6%, Cute 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game shares the specific Countryball theme while focusing on turn-based tactical warfare and historical strategy.
- #4 Might & Magic® Heroes® VII
95% matchMixed54% of 7,076 reviews2015
Dev: Limbic EntertainmentPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Might & Magic® Heroes® VII makes a triumphant return bringing you the essence of turn based strategy gaming. Set in a fantasy universe with RPG progression with a strong story narrative, you will embark on a journey that you will never forget!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.5%, Turn-Based 24.3%, Strategy 14.2%, Fantasy 13.1%, Multiplayer 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: As a direct descendant of the genre that inspired CountryBalls Heroes, it offers the quintessential experience of managing heroes and armies on a fantasy map.
- #5 King's Bounty: The Legend
94% matchVery Positive90% of 3,682 reviews2009
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
King’s Bounty: The Legend is a fan-favorite classic fantasy adventure and an early entry into the modern King’s Bounty era, built around tough battles, smart decisions, and turn-based tactics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26%, Turn-Based 24.7%, Strategy 14.5%, Fantasy 14.4%, Tactical 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG that heavily influenced the hero-led exploration and turn-based combat style found in the seed game.
- #6 Fort Triumph
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 994 reviews2020
Dev: CookieByte Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A strategy game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with the world exploration of HOMM. Build towns, collect artifacts, improve your heroes, and influence your tactical surroundings using physics!
Why similar: Parody 17.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Turn-Based 15.6%, Local Multiplayer 13.3%, Tactical 11%
Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical turn-based combat with environmental interaction, making every battle feel like a strategic puzzle.
- #7 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
93% matchVery Positive81% of 2,560 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 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: Grand Strategy 23.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Magic 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: It blends turn-based tactical combat with RPG elements and base building, providing a rich fantasy strategy experience.
- #8 The Battle of Polytopia
92% matchVery Positive94% of 5,740 reviews2020
Dev: Midjiwan AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 24%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, PvP 9.9%, Multiplayer 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A streamlined, highly polished 4X strategy game that captures the essence of turn-based conquest in a colorful, accessible way.
- #9 Age of Wonders 4
91% matchVery Positive81% of 21,784 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.4 hrsMean: 58.8 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: Grand Strategy 26.5% ★, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Tactical 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Fantasy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers deep 4X strategy and tactical combat with extensive customization options for your fantasy factions.
- #10 Countryballs: Power Protocol
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: KNK DEVELOP
Windows
Play as a Countryball and conquer the world—through force, cunning deals, or clever tricks. Grow your economy, build your army, forge alliances or rivalries, and rule all 195 countries. Global domination, rounder and funnier.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 73% ★, Strategy 16%, 2D 7.3%, Singleplayer 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title continues the Countryball theme with a focus on strategy and simulation mechanics.
- #11 Clash II
90% matchMostly Positive72% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: Prime Bit Games SA
Windows
Clash II is a turn-based strategy game in a world steeped in ancient magic. Immerse yourself in its history and explore forgotten land full of magical creatures. Gather and train an army, expand your stronghold, upgrade your heroes! Lead one side of the conflict and decide the fate of the continent!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Tactical 12.7%, Magic 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Strategy RPG 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: It features turn-based tactical combat and fantasy elements that mirror the core gameplay loop of the seed game.
- #12 Countryballs Conquest
89% matchVery Positive88% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Indenial Games
Windows
Lead your country through the Victorian age, expand your empire as you go head to head with the great powers of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 64.9% ★, Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, 2D 5.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation-heavy strategy game that allows you to lead your favorite Countryball through global conquest.
- #13 Master of Magic
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,174 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, City Builder 15.4%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful remake of the classic 4X fantasy strategy game, focusing on powerful magic and tactical army management.
- #14 AlexanderBall: A Countryball Tale
88% matchVery Positive90% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Red Thorn Interactive
Windows · Mac
Ascend to the Macedonian throne as Alexander the Great and relive his conquests! Fighting alongside redoubtable and quirky commanders, recruit numerous types of balls for your army, construct countless cities named Alexandria, and build an empire that stretches to the ends of the known world!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Strategy RPG 9.5%, PvP 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a narrative-driven grand strategy experience within the unique Countryball universe.
- #15 Disciples: Liberation
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,871 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.3 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 Tactics 29.7%, Tactical 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, PvP 11.5%, Strategy 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that focuses on hero progression and turn-based combat within a grand strategy framework.
- #16 Fantasy General II
86% matchVery Positive81% of 1,900 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.1 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 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Wargame 13.4%, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated hex-based tactical wargame that emphasizes unit management and strategic positioning in a fantasy setting.
- #17 Eador. Imperium
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,258 reviews2017
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Hire heroes, build an army, prevail in battles and try to keep your empire intact in the face of grave danger. Eador. Imperium is a new chapter in Eador series, known for its unique blend of grand strategy, turn-based tactics and RPG elements.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.5%, Strategy 32.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Fantasy 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a complex mix of turn-based strategy and RPG elements, perfect for players who enjoy hero-led campaigns.
- #18 Braveland Heroes
86% matchMixed54% of 473 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 63.8 hrs≥1hr: 57%
The famous Braveland series returns! Destroy your enemies in online duels and uncover the secret of the king's scepter in this new turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Tactical 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A hex-grid tactical game that focuses on multiplayer battles and hero-based army recruitment.
- #19 Circle Empires Rivals
84% matchVery Positive90% of 1,934 reviews2020
Dev: LuminousPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
In this fast-paced multiplayer RTS, you and your friends will take control of your own tiny kingdoms and conquer a world made of circles. Each one is overflowing with enemies to fight, monsters to hunt and loot to hoard – but watch out... Friends can quickly become rivals!
Why similar: Tactical 29.5%, PvP 15%, Multiplayer 13.9%, Fantasy 13.7%, Top-Down 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced tactical strategy game that emphasizes army building and quick, decisive battles.
- #20 Legends of Callasia
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 287 reviews2016
Dev: Boomzap Inc
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Choose your faction. Choose your heroes. Choose your troops. Conquer lands, create kingdoms, and destroy your enemies. All the lands of Callasia are yours to dominate in this original strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.9%, Wargame 28.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.2%, Fantasy 11.5%, Strategy 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy turn-based strategy game that emphasizes simultaneous turns and tactical map control.
- #21 Wargroove
83% 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: Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Strategy RPG 12%, Tactical 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based strategy game that emphasizes unit synergy and commander abilities on the battlefield.
- #22 Pennon and Battle
81% matchMixed69% of 180 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 Tactics 21.9%, Wargame 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, Magic 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X turn-based strategy game that focuses on tactical combat and large-scale army maneuvers.
- #23 Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,515 reviews2013
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fallen Enchantress is 4X strategy game from the makers of Sins of a Solar Empire and Galactic Civilizations. Build a civilization in the magical world of Elemental. Recruit heroes, train armies, build cities, forge alliances and save the world in this rich world where it's never the same game twice.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.9% ★, Magic 17.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, City Builder 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X fantasy strategy game that allows for deep hero customization and tactical turn-based combat.
- #24 Fantasy Hearts
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Crazy Barbarian Games
Windows
FANTASY HEARTS is a new old-school fantasy tactical battler with PvP and PvE hex-based battles. Battle for victory by assembling a squad of 25 unique heroes. Customize your strategy, train in epic multiplayer battles and conquer the top rankings!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Strategy RPG 16%, PvP 10.3%, Fantasy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn tactical RPG that emphasizes turn-based combat and strategic party management.
- #25 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 304 reviews2017
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.1 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: Turn-Based 60.1%, Strategy 26%, Fantasy 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: It offers straightforward hex-based tactical combat with a focus on fantasy unit types and hero abilities.
- #26 The Heroic Legend of Eagarlnia
79% 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: Grand Strategy 31.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Tactical 13.6%, Fantasy 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that features tactical combat and hero management within an anime-inspired fantasy world.
- #27 Totally Accurate Battle Simulator
77% 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: Wargame 40.6%, Fantasy 22.2%, Strategy 19.5%, Cute 11.2%, Singleplayer 6.6%
- #28 Champions of Anteria™
81% matchMixed48% of 163 reviews2016
Dev: Blue BytePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Champions of Anteria is a tactical Real Time Strategy Game that will allow players to lead and develop their group of cheerful champions into tactical action battles, to save the legendary Kingdom of Anteria.
Why similar: City Builder 50.3%, Strategy 33.6%, Fantasy 16.1%
Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical combat with city-building and crafting, offering a varied strategic experience.
- #29 Dictators:No Peace Countryballs
76% matchVery Positive94% of 6,195 reviews2020
Dev: RPN Indie Developer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Dictators : No Peace Countryballs is a war simulation and dictator game. This is a fun,simple and some say a funny countryballs game. If you like simulation games, you will love playing Dictators : No Peace. Play as a dictator of your favourite country and colonize the world.
Why similar: Strategy 63.3%, Multiplayer 20.1%, 2D 16.6%
- #30 Battle Nations
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,810 reviews2014
Dev: Madrona Games Inc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Battle Nations is back! Build your empire and lead your armies to victory! Choose from traditional troops and vehicles or unleash exotic forces like mammoths, velociraptors, sandworms, and futuristic plasma units!
Why similar: City Builder 30.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 30.1%, Multiplayer 17.7%, Strategy 12.7%, 2D 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that features base building and tactical combat with a focus on multiplayer engagement.
- #31 Kingdom, Dungeon, and Hero
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 168 reviews2024
Dev: Kraken Studios
Windows
Lead your kingdoms. protect your lands, conquer your enemies. Stop the fallen god Draeul. Collect the Unity Runes to prevent the Corruption Curse from destroying the realm. Armies keep you in power, Heroes do your bidding and adventure to defeat the horrific creations of the curse.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, Wargame 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based 8.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%
- #32 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East
77% matchVery Positive92% of 3,154 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
For the first time, play as the Orc faction and recruit heroes, build armies and manage cities as you explore and conquer legendary lands. Use tactics, skills and magic to outsmart fantasy armies while developing your heroes and unveiling the dark plot that threatens to tear the world of Ashan apart.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.9%, Turn-Based 26.4%, Strategy 15.1%, Fantasy 13.2%, Multiplayer 11.3%
- #33 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
72% 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: Grand Strategy 29.5% ★, Turn-Based 21.1%, Tactical 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Multiplayer 9.1%
- #34 Toy Tactics
73% matchVery Positive93% of 162 reviews2024
Dev: Kraken EmpirePub: Joystick Ventures
Windows
Become a master strategist in this physics-based Real-Time Tactics game! Command minifig-inspired armies and customize strategies with hand-drawn formations. Conquer unique campaigns for all five armies and unleash massive battles in both single-player and multiplayer modes. Victory awaits!
Why similar: Magic 32.3%, Tactical 31.6%, Multiplayer 18%, Strategy 11.3%, Singleplayer 6.8%
- #35 Hexguardian
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 685 reviews2024
Dev: Split Second GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hexguardian is a roguelite, tower defense game where you build your own maps with hexagonal tiles! Build and upgrade towers, recruit armies, learn spells, construct wonders and place hexagonal tiles to create a path to enhance your defenses. With plenty of game modes and talents to unlock!
Why similar: Tactical 25.3%, Magic 21.6%, City Builder 21%, Fantasy 12.7%, Cute 8.8%
- #36 Fantasy General
74% matchVery Positive95% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: Strategic SimulationsPub: SNEG
Windows
Fantasy General invites you to enter a world of heroes, swords, magic and beasts. You must lead your army into battle with the Shadowlord’s forces and defeat each of his lieutenants across varying terrain and battlefields.
Why similar: Wargame 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Magic 12.1%, Strategy 11.1%
- #37 Legends of Kingdom Rush
75% matchMixed65% of 1,681 reviews2022
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
RPG turn-based combat game with deep tactics and bad jokes! Do you have what it takes to save the kingdom?
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.8%, Strategy RPG 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Fantasy 8.2%, Cute 6.7%
- #38 Legends of Heropolis DX
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Build the town of Heropolis.Gather your strongest heroes and destroy Evilcorp!
Why similar: City Builder 65.9%, Cute 14.4%, Strategy 8.9%, 2D 8.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #39 Hearthlands
74% matchVery Positive82% of 414 reviews2017
Dev: Four White Cats
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Hearthlands is a medieval/fantasy city-building real time strategy game in which you take a role of a king in a procedurally generated world. You can not control your subjects directly; instead you focus on city-building, resource management, diplomacy, magic, etc.
Why similar: City Builder 45.7%, Fantasy 13.2%, Magic 12.1%, Strategy 11.2%, Cute 7.7%
- #40 Warlords III: Darklords Rising
71% matchVery Positive91% of 90 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 Tactics 27.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19%, Magic 18.2%, Wargame 15.4%, Strategy 11%
- #41 Heroes of Science and Fiction
69% matchVery Positive92% of 696 reviews2026
Dev: Oxymoron Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.7%, Strategy RPG 19.6%, Local Multiplayer 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, PvP 12%
- #42 Crownbound - Fantasy Kingdom Sim
72% matchMixed50% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Bart Mamzer
Windows
You’re the ruler, but your heroes have minds of their own. Recruit heroes, set rewards, build a thriving kingdom and hope your warriors don’t run off chasing squirrels instead of fighting monsters.
Why similar: City Builder 38.9%, Strategy RPG 31.1%, Fantasy 17.7%, Strategy 10.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #43 Hero's Warband
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 60 reviews2024
Dev: J.A.P Studio
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in Hero’s Warband, a captivating 2D Survival Autobattler. Recruit and manage a diverse array of heroes with unique classes and skills. Discover the perfect synergy between classes to suit your strategic vision. Lead your heroes to greatness and conquer the land of Astoria!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 47.4%, Fantasy 22.3%, Strategy 17.2%, 2D 8.8%, Singleplayer 4.3%
- #44 Might & Magic Fates - Heroes TCG
70% matchMixed53% of 1,157 reviews2026
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Might & Magic Fates TCG is an original card battle game where you command Heroes, summon iconic creatures, cast devastating spells, and build tactical structures. Collect tons of cards, build unique decks and crush rivals in epic duels to become a legend of the Sea of Fates.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, PvP 13.2%, Fantasy 11.4%, Magic 9.5%
- #45 魔塔三国之群雄争霸
71% 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: Wargame 31.4%, Strategy RPG 28.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Strategy 14.3%, 2D 4.5%
- #46 Clatter
70% matchVery Positive83% of 1,223 reviews2018
Dev: Facepunch Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Create and command your own customizable squads of fighting robots in this turn-based, arena tactics game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.6%, Tactical 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Strategy 14.5%
- #47 Cave Heroes
70% matchMixed56% of 124 reviews2023
Dev: VSTGames
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Lead a party of Cave Heroes to explore dungeons, battle monsters and defeat tough archdemons. Build your village, collect loot, rescue pets and much more in this idle RPG.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 40.4%, Magic 20.2%, Strategy 13.6%, Cute 10.4%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #48 Top Heroes
68% matchMixed50% of 68 reviews2025
Dev: Rivergame HK Limited
Windows
◆ Embark on an Adventure Explore unknown lands, unlock ancient ruins, and brave dangerous dungeons! ◆ Build Your Kingdom Create a thriving realm from scratch and turn your dream city into reality! ◆ Achieve Glory with Your Guild Form powerful alliances with players worldwide, and conquer the world!
Why similar: Strategy 53.8%, Multiplayer 46.2%
- #49 Elemental: Reforged
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 340 reviews2026
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
A 4X strategy game in a fantasy RPG world. Create your own sovereign hero, build a dynasty, design custom units, and wage turn-based war across a world that's different every time you play. Every unit is an individual with their own name, gear, and story.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.5% ★, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Magic 14.1%, Tactical 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%
- #50 Braveland
69% matchVery Positive81% of 3,196 reviews2014
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Braveland is a turn-based game inspired by old-school strategies with hexagonal battlefield. You will start as a humble warrior's son whose village was cruelly raided and will end as talented commander of your army.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 61.5%, Strategy 23%, Turn-Based 3.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 3.1%, Tactical 2.4%
- #51 Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,633 reviews2025
Dev: Rockbee TeamPub: Polden Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lessaria is an RTS inspired by Majesty 👑 where you guide heroes with indirect control. Play through the campaign or relax in sandbox mode as you build your magical kingdom.
Why similar: City Builder 32.1%, Strategy RPG 22.8%, Magic 19.6%, Fantasy 14.1%, Strategy 9%
- #52 Politon
66% matchVery Positive90% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
Politon: A turn-based strategy game that will push your strategic and management skills to the limit! Expand your territory, strengthen your economy, and outsmart your enemies by planning your strategy carefully.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Wargame 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Tactical 9.1%
- #53 Coin Push RPG
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 753 reviews2025
Dev: RAmenPub: Wise Games
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Coin Push RPG is a unique blend of Semi-Idle RPG and coin-pusher gameplay! Recruit legendary heroes, equip them with powerful gear, upgrade your town, construct buildings, and unlock stunning backgrounds as you expand your influence. Build a diverse and unstoppable team with your own unique style .
Why similar: Fantasy 36%, Atmospheric 32.5%, Strategy 24.3%, Singleplayer 7.2%
- #54 Wizards and Warlords
68% matchVery Positive84% of 257 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: Grand Strategy 23.6% ★, Turn-Based 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Magic 11.5%, Fantasy 9.9%
- #55 Fantasy General II: Prologue
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 105 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: Wargame 22.3%, Strategy RPG 19.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, Tactical 14%, Magic 11.1%
- #56 Topple Tactics
65% matchVery Positive89% of 1,518 reviews2023
Dev: Braian StrakPub: Tewtiy
Windows
Topple Tactics is a physics-based multiplayer tower defense game where one huge player controls the map by placing towers and using abilities, whilst the little players level up their stats and equipment to reach the end of the map and defeat the huge player!
Why similar: PvP 35.2%, Multiplayer 28.8%, Cute 18.7%, Strategy 17.3%
- #57 Circle Empires
66% matchVery Positive90% of 4,100 reviews2018
Dev: LuminousPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.
Why similar: Strategy 46.1%, Fantasy 29.2%, Multiplayer 17.1%, 2D 4.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%