- #1 Disgaea 4 Complete+
97% matchVery Positive88% of 893 reviews2020
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The ultimate Disgaea has arrived to Steam! HL-raising action and a horde of special features await you in this tale of fiery revolution.
Why similar: JRPG 18.4%, Tactical RPG 14%, Strategy RPG 11.2%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the same core tactical engine and deep customization systems as Disgaea 5 with a similarly charismatic cast.
- #2 Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 971 reviews2023
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 39.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Disgaea is back and better than ever in Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless! Join Fuji as he embarks on a perilous journey of redemption, and experience unique features new to the Disgaea series!
Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Strategy RPG 11%, RPG 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series that evolves the formula with new mechanics like Jumbification while maintaining the classic Disgaea feel.
- #3 Disgaea 6 Complete
96% matchMixed64% of 439 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Join Zed on his quest to destroy the God of Destruction in the newest installment of the SRPG series, Disgaea! Join the zany cast for one HL of an adventure and use specialized abilities like Super Reincarnation to battle your way to victory! Disgaea 6 Complete includes all previously released DLC!
Why similar: JRPG 22.8%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Strategy RPG 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features the series' signature grind-heavy gameplay and massive damage numbers with a shift to 3D character models.
- #4 Disgaea PC
95% matchVery Positive87% of 4,812 reviews2016
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The hotheaded Laharl seeks to be the next big Overlord in the Netherworld...and will destroy anyone that gets in his way! With his devious vassal Etna and the angel trainee Flonne as his unlikely allies, he must battle his way to supremacy and retake the throne in this over-the-top RPG adventure!
Why similar: JRPG 19.5%, Turn-Based 18.7%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Tactical RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive version of the original game that started the series' focus on tactical depth and dark comedy.
- #5 Disgaea 2 PC
94% matchVery Positive92% of 1,700 reviews2017
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 23.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Overlord Zenon has cursed the land, leaving a young man named Adell to seek vengeance. However, all hell breaks loose as Adell accidentally kidnaps the Princess of the Netherworld. Will Adell be able to return the Princess, defeat Zenon, and break the Overlord's dark curse?
Why similar: JRPG 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Tactical RPG 12.6%, Anime 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Refines the original's mechanics with improved systems and a classic story that remains a staple of the genre.
- #6 Makai Kingdom: Reclaimed and Rebound
94% matchVery Positive88% of 159 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Makai Kingdom is the story of Overlord Zetta, who accidentally destroys his own Netherworld. In order to save himself, he seals his soul inside a book. Reduced to nothing more than a tome, Zetta is forced to enlist the help of his fellow Overlords to get his netherworld (and his body) back.
Why similar: JRPG 31%, RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features the chaotic, over-the-top humor and unique tactical freedom characteristic of Nippon Ichi's best work.
- #7 La Pucelle: Ragnarok
93% matchVery Positive88% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
For the first time in the West you can experience La Pucelle: Ragnarok, now loaded with lots of extra content including new scenarios, new recruits, and DLC characters! It even has new voices, new music, and quick travel, dood!
Why similar: JRPG 18.6%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic Nippon Ichi tactical RPG that shares the same DNA, humor, and grid-based combat systems as the Disgaea series.
- #8 Phantom Brave PC
92% matchVery Positive85% of 696 reviews2016
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In the world of Ivoire lives Marona, an orphan with the ability to speak with phantoms. Though shunned by society, she believes in helping others. With her phantom companion Ash, Marona aims to purchase the mysterious Phantom Isle.
Why similar: JRPG 24.5%, Tactical RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, RPG 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A unique tactical RPG from the same developers that replaces grid movement with a free-roaming circular range system.
- #9 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,578 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Tactical RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.5%, Strategy RPG 13.6%, JRPG 10.4%, Turn-Based 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for tactical RPGs, offering a more serious narrative while providing immense depth in unit management and terrain strategy.
- #10 Soul Nomad & the World Eaters
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 192 reviews2021
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
For the first time ever, Soul Nomad & the World Eaters is coming to Steam! With unique gameplay mechanics, memorable characters, and up-scaled artwork, this is a must-have for Strategy RPG fans and NIS fans alike!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, RPG 12.5%, Strategy 11%
Why You'll Like It: Another Nippon Ichi title that offers deep squad-based customization and a darker, more experimental tactical experience.
- #11 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
89% matchVery Positive94% of 14,748 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.5 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: Tactical RPG 27.7%, JRPG 14.7%, RPG 11.6%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on large-scale army building and squad management that will appeal to players who enjoy the strategic depth of Disgaea.
- #12 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
90% matchVery Positive88% of 6,353 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.9%, RPG 13.9%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Strategy 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RPG that excels at class-based customization and challenging grid-based combat.
- #13 Super Robot Wars 30
88% matchVery Positive86% of 6,483 reviews2021
Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 56.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
30 years on, the battle for our world's future continues. Super Robot Wars is a tactical RPG that brings characters and robots from a variety of mecha anime together to battle their mutual foes.
Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, Strategy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A massive crossover tactical RPG that captures the anime spectacle and turn-based strategic fun of the genre.
- #14 Langrisser I & II
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 952 reviews2020
Dev: Chara-ani CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II.
Why similar: RPG 22.6%, Strategy 22.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, JRPG 11.7%, Turn-Based 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Classic tactical RPGs that emphasize unit types and commander-based strategy in a traditional fantasy setting.
- #15 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
87% matchVery Positive93% of 9,828 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.8 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: Turn-Based 17%, JRPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Strategy RPG 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep mastery and ability system that rivals Disgaea in complexity and character build potential.
- #16 Persona 5 Tactica
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,188 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Join the Phantom Thieves as they lead an uprising of the heart! Assemble an all-star team of heroes in a brand-new story in this thrilling combat adventure set in Persona’s iconic universe.
Why similar: JRPG 19.6%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, Anime 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Brings the stylish anime aesthetic and turn-based combat of the Persona series into a grid-based tactical format.
- #17 Fae Tactics
86% matchVery Positive85% of 1,744 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 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 28.6%, RPG 16.5%, Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Tactical RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a vibrant art style and a unique tactical system that rewards creative use of elemental interactions.
- #18 Banner of the Maid
84% matchVery Positive86% of 8,330 reviews2019
Dev: Azure Flame StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.9 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 Tactics 16.9%, Strategy 14.2%, JRPG 14.1%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG with a distinct anime aesthetic that focuses on unit management and battlefield positioning.
- #19 Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
84% matchVery Positive86% of 7,074 reviews2018
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Continent Engulfed in the Bitter Flames of War! Commander Claude Wallace and his childhood friends set out to fight in a desperate war, but bone-chilling blizzards, waves of imperial soldiers, and the godlike powers of the Valkyria stand between them and victory.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21%, JRPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Anime 11.2%, Strategy 10%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical turn-based strategy with real-time movement and a strong anime-inspired narrative.
- #20 Mugen Souls
85% matchMostly Positive70% of 292 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Mugen Souls features a free-roaming battle map, turn-based combat, and massive amounts of customization and growth to maximize the fun players can have with the game.
Why similar: JRPG 19%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Strategy RPG 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: An over-the-top JRPG that shares the same sense of humor and focus on breaking game mechanics as the Disgaea series.
- #21 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
81% matchVery Positive92% of 12,696 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 15.5 hrsMean: 35.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Become a mighty demigod and battle through a decimated Tokyo in a war between angels and demons. Make new allies along your journey, engage in intense, turn-based combat, recruit hundreds of demons and forge your own path to dictate the fate of all existence.
Why similar: JRPG 37.9%, Turn-Based 25.7%, RPG 12.5%, Anime 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, challenging turn-based combat system with extensive demon-collecting and party-building mechanics.
- #22 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,101 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Why similar: JRPG 32%, Turn-Based 27.7%, RPG 9.5%, Anime 7.2%, Strategy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that captures the chaotic, high-damage, and humorous spirit of the genre perfectly.
- #23 Megadimension Neptunia VII
82% matchVery Positive94% of 3,253 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 103.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
New challengers are taking control of Gamindustri, and Neptune's nowhere in sight. Now she’s gotta help a mysterious stranger fight a colossal new evil, reclaim her Goddess title, and find some time for pudding! Go next gen with Giant Battles and multi-worlds in this JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 33.6%, Turn-Based 22.5%, Anime 19.3%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: While more of a traditional JRPG, it shares the same self-aware humor and anime aesthetic found in the Disgaea series.
- #24 Trillion: God of Destruction
83% matchMixed67% of 498 reviews2016
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
An ancient god consumes your world. Now you must train and build relationships with each of your Overlords in this challenging raising sim/roguelike/SRPG hybrid. How many Overlords will you sacrifice to defeat an enemy with a trillion hit points?
Why similar: JRPG 28.5%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Anime 13.6%, RPG 11.9%, Strategy 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A unique strategy-RPG from Nippon Ichi that focuses on training characters to defeat a boss with a trillion HP.
- #25 Agarest: Generations of War
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,867 reviews2014
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
At the dawn of time, a terrible war raged between the forces of good and evil, ending in the destruction of the world of Agarest. After their victory, the Gods of Light unified the decaying bodies of the Gods of Darkness and created a new world.
Why similar: JRPG 22.4%, Turn-Based 18%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 10.1%, Anime 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG known for its massive scale, multi-generational story, and complex party-building mechanics.
- #26 Wildermyth
79% matchVery Positive95% of 18,226 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 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 26.7%, Tactical RPG 21.2%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%, RPG 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A procedural tactical RPG that emphasizes character growth and storytelling through its unique combat and event systems.
- #27 The Alliance Alive HD Remastered
80% matchVery Positive81% of 315 reviews2020
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Rise up and ignite the resistance in The Alliance Alive HD Remastered! Explore diverse realms, awaken new skills mid-battle, and forge alliances to challenge the Daemons that have taken over the world!
Why similar: RPG 61.7%, JRPG 22.3%, Anime 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style JRPG that features a deep combat system and a sprawling world to explore.
- #28 Lost Dimension
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 248 reviews2017
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
In the near future a terrorist mastermind, known only as ‘The End’, threatens humanity with nuclear armageddon. A special task force, the S.E.A.L.E.D team, are the only ones who can stop him: a group of young combatants with incredible abilities and each with a mysterious past.
Why similar: JRPG 19.4%, Turn-Based 16.5%, Tactical RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Strategy RPG 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that incorporates a unique traitor mechanic, forcing players to manage their team's trust levels.
- #29 Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Neptunia)
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 986 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 118.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In this chibi-style* strategy role-playing game you'll amass an army of game-referencing allies, fight on trap-laden maps, and beef up Lily Rank for crazy damage. But look out for status ailments or you might be (literal) tofu! You ain't seen the Neptunia characters like this before!
Why similar: JRPG 18%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Strategy RPG 9.1%
- #30 Dark Deity
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,098 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 14.3 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: JRPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Tactical RPG 12.4%, Strategy RPG 10.1%, Anime 8.3%
- #31 Agarest: Generations of War Zero
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 393 reviews2014
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 51.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
From the void, the gods of darkness and light created Agarest, a most perfect and divine world. As the generations passed, paradise sadly fell to the ravages of time. War darkened the skies and Agarest soon became a torturous hell as the gods divided and immense armies clashed, desecrating the once beautiful land…
Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, Anime 16.5%, Turn-Based 13.9%, RPG 9.8%, Strategy 7.8%
- #32 VenusBlood GAIA International
75% matchMixed67% of 120 reviews2023
Dev: NinetailPub: JAST
Windows
Embark on the impossible quest to rescue the decaying world of Palastra in this dungeon defense SRPG, interwoven with a story of epic proportions!
Why similar: JRPG 21.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Tactical RPG 17.1%, Strategy 14.1%, RPG 11.7%
- #33 Record of Agarest War Mariage
77% matchMixed64% of 171 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 83.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The story explores reincarnation through several generations, as the Archdemon continues to spawn even after the current Hero vanquishes them. In this SRPG, fight as the Hero (or Chosen One), who is trusted to produce an heir who can put an end to the Archdemon once and for all!
Why similar: JRPG 26.7%, Turn-Based 20.6%, Anime 12.9%, RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #34 Operation Darkside DX
72% matchNo user reviews84% of 126 reviews2026
Dev: ダークネスLABPub: Mango Party
Windows
Play as the Forren Foundation’s chief scientist to capture, study, and convert the Holy Core Battlemaidens into your loyal followers!
Why similar: JRPG 25.4%, RPG 18%, Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Strategy RPG 12.8%
- #35 Mercenaries Blaze
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 578 reviews2021
Dev: ESQUADRA,inc.Pub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
“Mercenaries Blaze”is the 5th fantasy tactical simulation RPG. Turn-based battles are carried out on an isometric map. Attack and defense results vary depending on the direction you face, distance and elevation, making gameplay challenging enough to satisfy the even pickiest strategy lovers.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, RPG 14.4%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, JRPG 12.6%, Strategy 10.9%
- #36 Mugen Souls Z
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 101 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Chou-Chou and the gang return in this brand-new S-RPG sequel with a new story and even cuter, super-powerful, godly action and adventure! Lady Chou-Chou must rely on the abilities of an all-new ultimate goddess, Syrma, as she tries to stop this ancient threat to her world.
Why similar: JRPG 22%, Turn-Based 20.2%, Tactical RPG 17.7%, Strategy RPG 11.5%, RPG 7.6%
- #37 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation
73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,532 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 80.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Lost in an alternate dimension, Neptune must collect enough shares to get back home. Sounds easy – except the Seven Sages want to rid Gamindustri of CPUs, including Neptune! Help defeat them and return her to her own world in this JRPG – or be stuck in the '80s forever!
Why similar: JRPG 37.1%, Anime 23.1%, Turn-Based 15.8%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 5.4%
- #38 Dark Deity 2
71% matchVery Positive89% of 1,726 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before!
Why similar: JRPG 14.5%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Tactical RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Anime 10.2%
- #39 GOD WARS The Complete Legend
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 226 reviews2019
Dev: DRAGAMI GAMES, LTD.
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 14.9 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: JRPG 22.6%, Turn-Based 18.4%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, RPG 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%
- #40 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
73% matchMixed69% of 136 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a turn-based, tactical RPG featuring strategic battles, intriguing puzzles and exciting quests. Customize your heroes’ unique, class-based attacks and abilities to defeat Father Eldritch's oppressive armies throughout dozens of unique, hand-crafted maps!
Why similar: JRPG 18.3%, Tactical RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Strategy RPG 11%, Anime 9.3%
- #41 SUPER ROBOT WARS Y
70% matchVery Positive83% of 2,779 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 39.8 hrsMean: 69.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Super Robot Wars is a grid-based tactical combat RPG that brings units and pilots from a variety of anime together to battle their mutual foes. Rise, Unite, and Triumph!
Why similar: JRPG 23.3%, Tactical RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, RPG 10.8%, Strategy 10.3%
- #42 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation
72% matchVery Positive92% of 3,352 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 62.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gamindustri has been taken over by a new threat, and the CPUs are nowhere to be found! It’s now up to their younger sisters to step into the spotlight and save the day in this hilarious, deeply customizable JRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 31.7%, Turn-Based 22.9%, Anime 18.6%, RPG 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%
- #43 Criminal Girls: Invite Only
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 649 reviews2017
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
You've been entrusted with the care of a crew of girls whose sins have damned their souls to Hell and an eternity of punishment... Their only hope of salvation is for you to recognize their unique histories, and to guide them along the path to redemption.
Why similar: JRPG 34.5%, Anime 29.4%, RPG 17.1%, Strategy 12.4%, Sexual Content 6.7%
- #44 Mary Skelter Finale
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 151 reviews2023
Dev: Compile HeartPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The last installment of the dungeon-crawling RPG trilogy reaches its stunning conclusion! Will the Blood Maidens finally get their happily ever after?
Why similar: JRPG 22.4%, Tactical RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Strategy RPG 11%, RPG 9.8%
- #45 Agarest: Generations of War 2
74% matchMixed60% of 245 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 58.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Following the huge successes of the number 1 Steam top selling epic SRPG, Agarest: Generations of War and its prequel Agarest: Generations of War ZERO, Ghostlight are proud to release the massively updated sequel to the series, Agarest: Generations Of War 2!
Why similar: JRPG 21.7%, Turn-Based 18.6%, Tactical RPG 17.4%, Strategy RPG 10.2%, RPG 6.8%
- #46 Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
71% matchVery Positive86% of 392 reviews2016
Dev: MokyuSoftPub: Culture Select
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
It's adorable! It's tactical! The doujin/indie SRPG - Moékuri! 151+ Cute Creatures to try, over a solid grid-based tactical system! Fight through 25 story stages with your own unique strategy!
Why similar: Turn-Based 14.3%, Anime 13.4%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, JRPG 12.5%, RPG 9.7%
- #47 Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord
69% matchVery Positive82% of 128 reviews2023
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Help Fang and the gang harness the power of song in this comedic tactical RPG romp.
Why similar: JRPG 22.6%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, RPG 9.8%, Strategy 9.6%
- #48 Reverse Crawl
70% matchVery Positive89% of 577 reviews2015
Dev: Nerdook Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
A dungeon crawl where YOU are the dungeon! Lead your minions in tactical turn-based combat against the pesky heroes, and unlock a variety of evil Powers. With a dynamic campaign system and a branching storyline, "Reverse Crawl" lets you experience an RPG from a whole new angle!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Strategy RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.2%
- #49 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1
69% matchVery Positive94% of 12,258 reviews2015
Dev: IDEA FACTORY Co., Ltd.Pub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 58.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!
Why similar: JRPG 39.3%, Anime 23.6%, Turn-Based 16.2%, RPG 11%, Turn-Based Combat 5%
- #50 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
66% matchVery Positive89% of 6,698 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Featuring fully voiced dialogue, beautifully enhanced graphics, and countless gameplay improvements, the genre-defining tactical RPG makes its long-awaited return.
Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Tactical RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Strategy RPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%
- #51 SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS
68% matchVery Positive82% of 8,175 reviews2019
Dev: TOM CREATEPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Beyond creation, four eras come together as one! Discover the latest entry in this iconic Tactical RPG series. Form your own team of SD Gundams and deploy for battle -- with units from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, SEED, 00, and Iron-Blooded Orphans!
Why similar: JRPG 16.6%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Tactical RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Anime 8.2%
- #52 Demonschool
65% matchVery Positive92% of 1,074 reviews2025
Dev: Necrosoft GamesPub: Ysbryd Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Demonschool is a new-style tactics RPG where motion equals action. Defeat big weirdos in between the human and demon worlds as Faye and her misfit companions, while navigating university life on a mysterious island.
Why similar: JRPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Anime 9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%
- #53 Magellania
69% matchVery Positive84% of 424 reviews2021
Dev: Illunsoft
Windows
Defeat your enemies with the power of love, friendship, and violent military aggression in Magellania, a hardcore tactics-RPG set in outer space.
Why similar: JRPG 18.8%, Tactical RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Strategy 9.2%
- #54 Shachibato! President, It's Time for Battle! Maju Wars
70% matchMixed60% of 94 reviews2021
Dev: Preapp Partners
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Shachibato! President, It's Time for Battle! Maju Wars is a turn based, rogue like fantasy strategy RPG! Your mission is to explore randomly generated dungeons to gather items and treasure to help expand your dungeon exploration company.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22%, JRPG 19.4%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Strategy 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #55 Yggdra Union
67% matchVery Positive93% of 312 reviews2023
Dev: Sting
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
In order to recapture her homeland, Yggdra gathers her allies and confronts the empire. "Yggdra Union" is a tactics RPG that features three elements: the "Union System", in which players team up with her allies to launch attacks, the exhilarating "Clash" through army battles, and the "Tactics Card".
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.9%, RPG 22.5%, Strategy RPG 20.7%, Strategy 19.6%, Anime 6.3%
- #56 Valkyria Chronicles™
68% matchVery Positive90% of 13,284 reviews2014
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.8%, JRPG 18.4%, Anime 14.3%, Tactical RPG 11.2%, Strategy 9.4%
- #57 Tactical Breach Wizards
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 12,112 reviews2024
Dev: Suspicious Developments
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
In Tactical Breach Wizards, you lead a team of renegade wizards in kevlar through turn-based battles to unravel a modern conspiracy plot. Combine their unique spells in clever ways, or rewind time to try every crazy plan you can think of to punch a Traffic Warlock through a 4th story window.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Strategy RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #58 Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception
67% matchVery Positive93% of 1,382 reviews2020
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 173.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
You awaken in a field of snow with no memory of even your name. The local monstrosities nearly devour you before you meet your rescuer, a beautiful girl named Kuon—who has animal ears and a tail. She names you Haku⸺ The Japanese hit tactics-RPG visual novel series returns to PC at last!
Why similar: JRPG 23.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Anime 14.7%, RPG 11.7%
- #59 Digimon World: Next Order
67% matchVery Positive81% of 2,943 reviews2023
Dev: HYDE, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The Digital World has run rampant with Machinedramon and is now in a state of utter chaos. As a Digidestined, it’s up to you to restore order to the world in Digimon World: Next Order, a monster collecting RPG.
Why similar: JRPG 51.8%, RPG 27.1%, Anime 18.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%, Adventure 0.7%