- #1 Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 942 reviews2023
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 40.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 19.6%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Strategy RPG 11.1%, Strategy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series offers the most modern take on the classic Disgaea tactical formula.
- #2 Disgaea 4 Complete+
96% matchVery Positive88% of 872 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%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Strategy RPG 11.3%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered one of the best entries in the series, featuring a beloved cast and refined tactical mechanics.
- #3 Disgaea 6 Complete
96% matchMixed63% of 428 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 22.4%, Tactical RPG 13.3%, RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Strategy 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Introduces quality-of-life features like auto-battle that cater to the series' signature grind-heavy gameplay.
- #4 Disgaea 2 PC
95% matchVery Positive91% of 1,658 reviews2017
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 23.7 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%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Tactical RPG 12.6%, Anime 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that solidified the series' reputation for deep item world exploration and complex character building.
- #5 Disgaea PC
94% matchVery Positive87% of 4,758 reviews2016
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.8 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 19.4%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Strategy RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Tactical RPG 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: The original game that started the franchise, essential for understanding the roots of its tactical depth.
- #6 Makai Kingdom: Reclaimed and Rebound
94% matchVery Positive89% of 152 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 30.6%, RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Strategy 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features the same over-the-top humor and NIS-style tactical gameplay found in the Disgaea series.
- #7 Soul Nomad & the World Eaters
93% matchMostly Positive78% of 183 reviews2021
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
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 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.4%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, RPG 12.2%, Strategy 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A cult classic from the same developers that shares the same chaotic energy and deep tactical customization.
- #8 Phantom Brave PC
92% matchVery Positive85% of 682 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 24.8%, Tactical RPG 14.5%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based 12.8%, RPG 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: Utilizes a unique gridless tactical system that offers a fresh twist on the familiar NIS tactical RPG style.
- #9 La Pucelle: Ragnarok
91% matchVery Positive90% of 92 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 18.3%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, RPG 8%
Why You'll Like It: An early tactical RPG from the same creators that features unique grid-based mechanics and anime charm.
- #10 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
91% 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: Tactical RPG 25%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.8%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, JRPG 10.5%, Turn-Based 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for tactical RPGs, offering deep political narratives and complex grid-based combat.
- #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: Turn-Based Tactics 22%, RPG 13.7%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RPG that captures the spirit of classic grid-based strategy with excellent class systems.
- #12 Persona 5 Tactica
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,078 reviews2023
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 16.3 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 25.7%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, RPG 13.8%, Strategy 13%, Strategy RPG 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical spin-off that translates the stylish combat and character-driven focus of the Persona series into a grid-based format.
- #13 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
89% 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: Turn-Based 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, JRPG 15.1%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Strategy RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep character customization system that rivals the complexity of Disgaea's stat management.
- #14 Dark Deity
88% 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: JRPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Tactical RPG 12.3%, Strategy RPG 10.1%, Anime 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical grid combat and character growth, capturing the feel of classic turn-based strategy games.
- #15 Langrisser I & II
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 925 reviews2020
Dev: Chara-ani CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.9 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: Strategy 22.9%, RPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, JRPG 11.5%, Turn-Based 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Classic tactical RPGs that emphasize unit management and grid-based positioning with a distinct anime aesthetic.
- #16 Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
86% matchVery Positive87% of 6,923 reviews2018
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 16.9 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 20.5%, JRPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Anime 11.2%, Strategy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical turn-based combat with a strong anime narrative and unique battlefield mechanics.
- #17 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
86% 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: Turn-Based Tactics 33.2%, Strategy 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Strategy RPG 10.9%, JRPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines grand strategy with tactical grid-based battles, perfect for those who enjoy managing large armies.
- #18 Trillion: God of Destruction
85% matchMixed67% of 481 reviews2016
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 10.7 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 35.6%, RPG 21.2%, Strategy 21.1%, Anime 19.9%, Fantasy 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines high-stakes management with tactical elements, mirroring the intense pressure of Disgaea's boss encounters.
- #19 GOD WARS The Complete Legend
84% 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: JRPG 22.6%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%
Why You'll Like It: A traditional tactical RPG that draws heavily on Japanese folklore and offers a deep class-based progression system.
- #20 Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance
81% matchVery Positive92% of 11,586 reviews2024
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 20.7 hrsMean: 41.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 38%, Turn-Based 24.4%, RPG 12.6%, Anime 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides deep, strategic turn-based combat with a heavy emphasis on demon collection and team building.
- #21 Fae Tactics
82% 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 28.9%, RPG 16.3%, Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based 14.6%, Tactical RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers vibrant, grid-based tactical combat with a unique art style and deep unit customization.
- #22 Mugen Souls
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 291 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.7 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 18.8%, Turn-Based 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Strategy RPG 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features the same over-the-top, grind-focused gameplay and anime aesthetics that define the Disgaea experience.
- #23 Record of Agarest War Mariage
83% matchMixed64% of 168 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 77.7 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 29.2%, RPG 24.2%, Strategy 22.6%, Anime 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy-heavy JRPG that focuses on lineage and tactical combat within an anime-inspired world.
- #24 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth1
81% matchVery Positive94% of 12,198 reviews2015
Dev: IDEA FACTORY Co., Ltd.Pub: Idea Factory International, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 57.2 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 36.7%, Anime 22.2%, Turn-Based 15%, RPG 10.3%, Strategy 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features the same anime-focused JRPG charm and turn-based combat systems found in many NIS-adjacent titles.
- #25 Agarest: Generations of War Zero
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 392 reviews2014
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 48.8 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 27.9%, Anime 16.5%, Turn-Based 13.7%, RPG 9.7%, Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical JRPG that emphasizes long-term planning and strategy across multiple generations of characters.
- #26 VenusBlood GAIA International
79% matchMixed66% of 119 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%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Tactical RPG 17%, Strategy 14.3%, RPG 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a blend of strategy and management in a dark fantasy setting, appealing to fans of complex tactical systems.
- #27 The Alliance Alive HD Remastered
80% matchVery Positive82% of 302 reviews2020
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 13.4 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 61.5%, JRPG 22.2%, Anime 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic JRPG experience that features turn-based combat and a charming, anime-inspired world.
- #28 Wargroove 2
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 432 reviews2023
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Trouble stirs on the shores of Aurania. An ambitious new faction has unearthed forbidden relics capable of catastrophic consequences. But how far will they go to achieve glory? Take to the battlefield, sea, and sky with a cast of new Commanders, using your wits to wage turn-based war!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.9%, Tactical RPG 24%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Strategy 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: A polished grid-based strategy game that emphasizes unit management and tactical positioning on the battlefield.
- #29 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth2: Sisters Generation
77% matchVery Positive92% of 3,320 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 61.2 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 31.5%, Turn-Based 19.2%, Anime 18.7%, RPG 10.3%, Strategy 7.1%
- #30 Megadimension Neptunia VII
77% matchVery Positive94% of 3,247 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 101.2 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 31.5%, Anime 18.3%, Turn-Based 18.2%, RPG 9.5%, Strategy 7.4%
- #31 Children of Zodiarcs
78% matchMostly Positive70% of 528 reviews2017
Dev: Cardboard UtopiaPub: Square Enix
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A story-driven, tactical RPG set in the fantasy realm of Lumus; a world divided by affluence and poverty. Take control of Nahmi and her fellow outcasts, utilising a brand new deck and dice based combat system to strike a blow to the noble Lords’ and Ladies’ unquenchable thirst for profit.
Why similar: Strategy 23.5%, Tactical RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based 18.2%, RPG 14.3%, JRPG 12.6%
Why You'll Like It: Uses a unique card and dice system to add a layer of unpredictability to its grid-based tactical combat.
- #32 Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Neptunia)
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 973 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 113.8 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 29.3%, Anime 17.2%, Strategy 12.5%, RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%
- #33 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 5,955 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 45.0 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 31.7%, Turn-Based 27.4%, RPG 9.5%, Anime 7.3%, Strategy 6.7%
- #34 Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3 V Generation
75% matchVery Positive94% of 3,510 reviews2015
Dev: Idea Factory
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 77.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 36.8%, Anime 23.2%, Turn-Based 15.6%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 4.9%
- #35 Mercenaries Blaze
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 573 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 25.7%, RPG 14.1%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, JRPG 12.3%, Strategy 11.1%
- #36 Mugen Souls Z
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.4 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 21.8%, Turn-Based 19.9%, Tactical RPG 17.7%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Strategy 7.6%
- #37 Super Robot Wars 30
73% matchVery Positive86% of 6,369 reviews2021
Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 58.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Strategy RPG 10.5%, Strategy 9.2%
- #38 Dark Deity 2
71% matchVery Positive91% of 1,474 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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 14.2%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Tactical RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Anime 10.2%
- #39 Fairy Fencer F
73% matchVery Positive89% of 2,373 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Long ago, the Vile God and the Goddess waged war with each other. Equally matched, they were sealed away in another world… Now a lazy young man named Fang somehow finds himself a key part of this war he’d really rather not deal with, but fate beckons in this uncommon RPG!
Why similar: JRPG 41.7%, Anime 22.2%, Turn-Based 16.1%, RPG 13.7%, Fantasy 2.6%
- #40 SUPER ROBOT WARS Y
69% matchVery Positive84% of 2,530 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 41.4 hrsMean: 67.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 23.1%, Tactical RPG 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, RPG 10.7%, Strategy 10.5%
- #41 Agarest: Generations of War
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,865 reviews2014
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 32.5 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 22.3%, Turn-Based 17.7%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 10.3%, Anime 9%
- #42 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
72% matchMixed69% of 133 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, Strategy RPG 11%, Anime 9.2%
- #43 Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters
71% matchVery Positive83% of 831 reviews2023
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
With Gamindustri on the brink of destruction, Nepgear and the Candidates must band together and restore order!
Why similar: JRPG 41.4%, RPG 23.4%, Anime 20.3%, Character Customization 5.3%, Comedy 4.6%
- #44 Agarest: Generations of War 2
73% matchMixed61% of 243 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 55.3 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 21.5%, Turn-Based 18.3%, Tactical RPG 17.5%, Strategy RPG 10.3%, Anime 6.8%
- #45 Shachibato! President, It's Time for Battle! Maju Wars
72% matchMixed60% of 94 reviews2021
Dev: Preapp Partners
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 27.4 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 22.3%, JRPG 19%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%
- #46 Criminal Girls: Invite Only
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 641 reviews2017
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 10.0 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 34.2%, Anime 29.3%, RPG 16.9%, Strategy 12.7%, Sexual Content 6.9%
- #47 Yggdra Union
68% matchVery Positive94% of 290 reviews2023
Dev: Sting
Windows
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 26.2%, RPG 22.2%, Strategy RPG 20.6%, Strategy 19.8%, Anime 6.2%
- #48 Mary Skelter Finale
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 134 reviews2023
Dev: Compile HeartPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 22.7%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, RPG 10%
- #49 Reverse Crawl
70% matchVery Positive89% of 571 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 18.4%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%
- #50 Tactical Breach Wizards
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 11,483 reviews2024
Dev: Suspicious Developments
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 21.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%
- #51 Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord
68% matchVery Positive82% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Help Fang and the gang harness the power of song in this comedic tactical RPG romp.
Why similar: JRPG 22.1%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Strategy RPG 12%, Strategy 9.9%, RPG 9.7%
- #52 Dragon Star Varnir
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 602 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory, Compile HeartPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fight in 3-tiered battles, devour your enemies, and customize your characters in this epic RPG to end the dragon's curse!
Why similar: JRPG 40.7%, RPG 23.8%, Anime 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Adventure 2%
- #53 Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
70% 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%, Anime 13.4%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, JRPG 12.4%, RPG 9.6%
- #54 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
63% matchVery Positive90% of 5,849 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 23.3 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 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Tactical RPG 17.8%, Strategy RPG 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #55 Magellania
68% matchVery Positive88% of 310 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 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Strategy 9.5%
- #56 SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS
67% matchVery Positive83% of 8,090 reviews2019
Dev: TOM CREATEPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 52.0 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 16.4%, Tactical RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Turn-Based 15%, Strategy RPG 8.2%
- #57 Lost Dimension
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: Ghostlight LTD
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.7 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 19.2%, Turn-Based 16.1%, Tactical RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Strategy RPG 9.2%
- #58 Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception
67% matchVery Positive93% of 1,346 reviews2020
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 169.6 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 23.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Anime 14.6%, RPG 11.5%
- #59 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IV
66% matchVery Positive91% of 2,419 reviews2021
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 53.0 hrsMean: 74.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The long awaited finale to the epic engulfing a continent comes to a head in the final chapter of the Trails of Cold Steel saga!
Why similar: JRPG 32.6%, Turn-Based 24.4%, RPG 23.3%, Anime 13%, Turn-Based Combat 3.9%