- #1 SpellForce 3 Reforced
97% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,929 reviews2017
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Why similar: RTS 34.9%, RPG 24.5%, Strategy 19.5%, Fantasy 12%, Multiplayer 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly captures the blend of deep RPG character progression and real-time strategy base-building found in the seed game.
- #2 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 205,494 reviews2017
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 31.2 hrsMean: 75.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Why similar: RPG 35.4%, Fantasy 28.3%, Strategy 17%, Choices Matter 7.3%, Story Rich 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: While more turn-based, it shares the same Larian Studios DNA, offering deep narrative choices and a rich fantasy world.
- #3 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
96% matchVery Positive84% of 7,518 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 25.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.8%, RPG 31.1%, Strategy 23.7%, Choices Matter 10.6%, Singleplayer 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar focus on tactical combat combined with significant political and moral decision-making that shapes your kingdom.
- #4 Tyranny
95% matchVery Positive87% of 13,315 reviews2016
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.
Why similar: RPG 42.2%, Real-Time with Pause 17.5% ★, Choices Matter 10.8%, Fantasy 10.7%, Turn-Based 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on the political and moral weight of your decisions as a ruler, mirroring the governance aspects of the seed game.
- #5 Age of Wonders 4
94% matchVery Positive81% of 22,944 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.4 hrsMean: 60.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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: Strategy 31.1%, RPG 24.7%, Fantasy 22.4%, Choices Matter 9.1%, Multiplayer 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game balances 4X strategy with tactical combat and RPG-like hero customization in a high-fantasy setting.
- #6 Total War: WARHAMMER III
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 147,533 reviews2022
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.7 hrsMean: 150.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?
Why similar: RTS 44.5%, Strategy 28.9%, Fantasy 15.8%, Action 3.6%, Multiplayer 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides the grand-scale fantasy strategy and real-time tactical battles that mirror the scope of Dragon Commander's campaign.
- #7 Dragon Age: Origins - Ultimate Edition
93% matchVery Positive86% of 31,297 reviews2010
Dev: BioWarePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 26.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore a stunning world, make complex moral choices, and engage in bone-crushing combat against massive and terrifying creatures. The Ultimate Edition includes Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening and all nine content packs.
Why similar: RPG 25.1%, Dragons 25% ★, Fantasy 15.9%, Real-Time with Pause 15.4% ★, Choices Matter 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: It is a quintessential fantasy RPG that emphasizes the political consequences of your choices, much like the ruling mechanics in Dragon Commander.
- #8 Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
91% matchVery Positive88% of 296,418 reviews2022
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows
Median: 61.6 hrsMean: 155.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A strategy/action RPG. Create a character, engage in diplomacy, craft, trade and conquer new lands in a vast medieval sandbox. Raise armies to lead into battle and command and fight alongside your troops in massive real-time battles using a deep but intuitive skill-based combat system.
Why similar: Strategy 43.9%, RPG 36.1%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Action 6.2%, Singleplayer 3%
Why You'll Like It: It excels at combining grand strategy map management with direct, action-oriented combat where you lead your armies on the front lines.
- #9 Songs of Conquest
90% matchVery Positive86% of 13,519 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Strategy 46.5%, Fantasy 37.9%, Story Rich 7.9%, Co-op 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title combines turn-based exploration and city management with tactical combat, capturing the strategic loop of the seed game.
- #10 Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,529 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: Dragons 64.7% ★, Strategy 18.4%, Fantasy 14.4%, Singleplayer 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a strong blend of 4X strategy and RPG elements, allowing you to shape your kingdom through hero-led expansion.
- #11 Majesty 2 Collection
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,560 reviews2011
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the Kingdom. Your rule is not absolute, however, as you face subjects that are independent and stubborn. They will need a great deal of persuasion before they carry out your wishes...
Why similar: RTS 46.2%, Strategy 37.8%, Fantasy 14.9%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a unique take on strategy where you influence heroes rather than controlling them directly, offering a fresh perspective on management.
- #12 Dominions 6 - Rise of the Pantokrator
86% matchVery Positive91% of 1,756 reviews2024
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 43.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
In Dominions 6 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to old dragons or an enormous tree. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: Strategy 63.8%, Fantasy 25.8%, Multiplayer 4.9%, Co-op 3.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: For those who enjoy the deep, complex political and strategic management aspects of Dragon Commander, this is a highly detailed alternative.
- #13 Of Orcs And Men
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,193 reviews2012
Dev: Cyanide Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
You have been appointed to fulfill an extremely dangerous mission, deep in enemy territory: to kill one man... the Emperor himself. Lead the revolution of the Orcs and Goblins!
Why similar: RPG 46.4%, Fantasy 22.7%, Action 9.4%, Strategy 8.1%, Turn-Based 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the narrative and political tension of a fantasy world, providing a more intimate look at the themes found in the seed game.
- #14 Divinity II: Developer's Cut
88% matchVery Positive85% of 5,327 reviews2012
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Dragons: they have been hunted, they have been slain, but now the hour to strike back has come.
Why similar: Dragons 56.5% ★, RPG 23.5%, Fantasy 13.3%, Action 2.3%, Great Soundtrack 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the same universe and allows you to transform into a dragon, providing a more action-focused RPG experience.
- #15 Warlords Battlecry III
87% matchVery Positive84% of 1,019 reviews2016
Dev: Infinite InteractivePub: Retroism
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 99.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.
Why similar: RTS 37.4%, Strategy 32.6%, RPG 16.8%, Fantasy 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that features persistent hero units and RPG elements, serving as a spiritual ancestor to the hybrid genre.
- #16 Dungeons 4
84% matchVery Positive87% of 3,289 reviews2023
Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Absolute Evil and its trusted *cough* servant, the Dark Elf Thalya, return in Dungeons 4 after the events of its fabulous predecessor to bring about their triumph over the forces of good once more.
Why similar: RTS 46.1%, Strategy 24.7%, Fantasy 17.1%, Multiplayer 5.2%, Co-op 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: It blends base-building and management with real-time tactical combat, maintaining a lighthearted but strategic tone.
- #17 SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,359 reviews2009
Dev: PhenomicPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition presents the award-winning SpellForce saga hits: "SpellForce 2 – Shadow Wars" and the add-on "SpellForce 2 – Dragon Storm" for a spectacular game experience!
Why similar: RTS 31.9%, Strategy 27.2%, RPG 26.7%, Fantasy 10.3%, Action 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A foundational title in the RTS/RPG hybrid genre that offers a similar balance of base building and hero-led combat.
- #18 King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame
86% matchMixed56% of 512 reviews2012
Dev: NeocoreGamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Experience the sequel to the Role-playing Real Time Strategy Hit!
Why similar: Strategy 32.8%, RPG 30.3%, RTS 26.7%, Fantasy 9.3%, Singleplayer 1%
Why You'll Like It: It explicitly combines real-time tactical battles with a role-playing campaign map, making it a very close mechanical match.
- #19 Age of Wonders III
84% matchVery Positive80% of 12,812 reviews2014
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!
Why similar: Strategy 44.1%, Turn-Based 18.4%, RPG 16.6%, Fantasy 15.9%, Multiplayer 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title features deep turn-based strategy and tactical combat with a heavy emphasis on hero development.
- #20 SpellForce 3 Soul Harvest
82% matchVery Positive85% of 2,331 reviews2019
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Three years after the Purity Wars, Nortander is on the cusp of a new era.
Why similar: RTS 35.9%, RPG 26.1%, Strategy 20.6%, Fantasy 10.1%, Multiplayer 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: This standalone expansion refines the RTS/RPG hybrid mechanics, providing more tactical depth for fans of the genre.
- #21 Eador. Imperium
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,265 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: Strategy 46.5%, RPG 29.5%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Fantasy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a complex mix of turn-based strategy and RPG progression, focusing on the expansion of your empire.
- #22 SpellForce 2: Faith in Destiny
83% matchMixed61% of 389 reviews2012
Dev: Mind Over Matter StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
In times of war and chaos you will assume the role of a young man, who is supposed to liberate the entire world of Eo from the new, nameless evil. Along with a group of diverse heroes and a dragon as trustful companions, you will fight to gain information about this mysterious new enemy and thereby discover your own true destiny.
Why similar: RPG 30.3%, Strategy 29.5%, RTS 27.9%, Fantasy 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides additional content for the SpellForce 2 engine, focusing on the tactical RTS combat that fans of Dragon Commander will appreciate.
- #23 Elemental: Reforged
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 501 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: Dragons 57.9% ★, Strategy 14.5%, RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 12%, Story Rich 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the 4X strategy and empire-building aspects, allowing players to customize their leader and faction.
- #24 Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition
79% matchVery Positive89% of 32,889 reviews2015
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot's PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there's never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!
Why similar: RPG 37.8%, Turn-Based 27.1%, Strategy 12.6%, Fantasy 12.2%, Co-op 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: An excellent turn-based RPG that showcases the world-building and narrative quality expected from the Divinity franchise.
- #25 SpellForce - Platinum Edition
80% matchVery Positive88% of 2,917 reviews2009
Dev: PhenomicPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 33.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Included in the Platinum Edition are three titles:SpellForce: The Order of DawnIn a world beyond imagination...In their immeasurable greed and constant thirst for power, the thirteen most powerful Mages of all time doomed the land, hurling it into an endless spiral of chaos and despair.
Why similar: RTS 29.1%, RPG 27.7%, Strategy 21.8%, Fantasy 13.7%, Action 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: The original game that defined the RTS/RPG hybrid genre, essential for understanding the roots of this gameplay style.
- #26 Warrior Kings
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 145 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Restoring the power of a kingdom to its former glory using innate cunning, military might and a fearsome will to win.
Why similar: Strategy 55.2%, RTS 44.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that allows for significant strategic customization and base development within a fantasy setting.
- #27 Brutal Legend
78% matchVery Positive93% of 20,385 reviews2013
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes.
Why similar: RTS 29.9%, Strategy 20.8%, Action 11.6%, Fantasy 11%, Comedy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: While tonally different, it features a unique blend of action-adventure and real-time strategy mechanics where you command units on the battlefield.
- #28 SpellForce 2 - Demons of the Past
81% matchMixed49% of 368 reviews2014
Dev: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Demons of the Past is the epic new chapter of SpellForce, the unique blend of RPG and RTS. Experience this worthy conclusion of all previous games in the SpellForce-series. Check out the new single player campaign with 25+ hours of gameplay, in which nearly all races are playable – Pact, Clan, Shaikan…The StoryZazhut is free, and his...
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, RPG 32.3%, RTS 25.6%, Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This expansion continues the tradition of blending tactical RTS combat with character-driven RPG storytelling.
- #29 Divinity: Original Sin (Classic)
77% matchVery Positive92% of 11,897 reviews2014
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.
Why similar: RPG 38%, Turn-Based 29%, Fantasy 13.8%, Strategy 10.8%, Co-op 3.8%
- #30 King Arthur - The Role-playing Wargame
79% matchMixed69% of 616 reviews2009
Dev: NeocoreGamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Welcome to the lost age of chivalry, where magic and myth is alive, and you are destined to be one of the living legends: Arthur, the son of Uther Pendragon, the Once and Future King of the prophecies. Fulfill your destiny and claim your rightful place on the throne of Britannia.
Why similar: Strategy 36.1%, RPG 27.2%, Turn-Based 13.6%, Fantasy 11.3%, Real-Time with Pause 10.9% ★
Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the second game, it establishes the core loop of combining tactical wargaming with deep RPG choices.
- #31 Dragon Age™: The Veilguard
73% matchMixed68% of 44,908 reviews2024
Dev: BioWarePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 33.7 hrsMean: 48.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Unite the Veilguard and defy the gods in Dragon Age™: The Veilguard, an immersive single-player RPG.
Why similar: Dragons 29.7% ★, RPG 25%, Fantasy 21.6%, Strategy 14%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #32 No King No Kingdom
76% matchVery Positive85% of 150 reviews2020
Dev: Fullmetal Developer
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
No King No Kingdom – First-Person Strategy Game. Ride Dragons! Command peasants! Build towns! Raise Armies! Tame Epic Creatures! Take your own sword and fight side by side with your troops against powerful giant bosses.
Why similar: Dragons 36.1% ★, RTS 23.2%, Strategy 14.7%, RPG 12.1%, Fantasy 9.2%
- #33 Castle Woodwarf 2
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 85 reviews2019
Dev: Domo GamesPub: Sedoc LLC
Windows
Keep your dragon and city of Woodwarf safe with the help of your dwarven army. Upgrade your home and environment while you fight epic battles underground! Use special abilities and items and overcome waves of enemies.
Why similar: Dragons 61.5% ★, Strategy 23.2%, Fantasy 14.2%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #34 BATTLETECH
74% matchVery Positive84% of 33,119 reviews2018
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war.
Why similar: Strategy 38.7%, Turn-Based 38.4%, RPG 11.7%, Action 3.8%, Multiplayer 2.3%
- #35 Dominions 4: Thrones of Ascension
75% matchVery Positive91% of 1,451 reviews2013
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
You are a God! You are master and ruler of a loyal nation. You have unimaginable powers at your disposal. You have claimed this world as yours. But there are others who stand in your way. You must defeat and destroy these pretenders. Only then can you ascend to godhood and become the new Pantokrator.
Why similar: Strategy 47.6%, Turn-Based 24.7%, Fantasy 20.2%, Multiplayer 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #36 Total War: WARHAMMER II
73% matchVery Positive93% of 121,438 reviews2017
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 40.5 hrsMean: 178.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The forces of Lustria await your command. Choose your Legendary Lord, expand your armies, forge alliances in a strategic turn-based campaign, and unleash the might of your monstrous forces in fast-paced real-time battles.
Why similar: RTS 32.6%, Strategy 31.2%, Fantasy 15.9%, Turn-Based 9.7%, RPG 3.5%
- #37 Driftland: The Magic Revival
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,012 reviews2019
Dev: Star Drifters
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
After a devastating war between ancient mages, a powerful spell is all that holds together the shattered planet of Driftland. Take on the role of a powerful mage capable of moving and connecting floating lands, develop a mighty empire, and restore Driftland to its former glory!
Why similar: Dragons 57.3% ★, RTS 29.1%, Strategy 13.5%
- #38 Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition
74% matchVery Positive91% of 38,025 reviews2009
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe.
Why similar: Strategy 52.3%, RTS 28.3%, Turn-Based 11.6%, Multiplayer 3.1%, Great Soundtrack 1.8%
- #39 Dragon Throne: Battle of Red Cliffs
72% matchVery Positive85% of 252 reviews2024
Dev: Object SoftwarePub: Strategy First
Windows
An epic real-time strategy game set in chaotic Ancient China. Control the kingdoms of Liu Bei, Sun Quan, or Cao Cao, warlords who played a pivotal role in Ancient China. Lead your kingdom, innovate tech, forge alliances, build a formidable army to unite the nation.
Why similar: RTS 44.8%, RPG 21.9%, Strategy 21%, Fantasy 12.2%
- #40 Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
71% matchVery Positive82% of 93,547 reviews2019
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 21.3 hrsMean: 89.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.
Why similar: Strategy 45.1%, RTS 35.9%, Turn-Based 7.9%, Multiplayer 3%, Fantasy 2.2%
- #41 Tyran
73% matchMixed45% of 67 reviews2021
Dev: Dragon's Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%
A combination of tactical elements from familiar strategic genres, with the ability to develop the character as in RPG games out of combat.
Why similar: RTS 31.4%, Strategy 23.4%, RPG 22.5%, Fantasy 12.7%, Action 6.5%
- #42 Atre: Dominance Wars
68% matchVery Positive85% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: Ironward
Windows
A fantasy strategy with turn-based tactical combat where your goal is to become a God. Build your empire, forge alliances, ascend to godhood, then watch every ally turn on you the moment you're about to win.
Why similar: Strategy 29%, RPG 26.6%, Fantasy 23.4%, Choices Matter 11%, Multiplayer 6.7%
- #43 Fantasy General II
71% matchVery Positive81% of 1,976 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.2 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: Strategy 39.1%, Turn-Based 30.5%, Fantasy 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 3.9%, Multiplayer 3.5%
- #44 Dragon Star Varnir
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 611 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory, Compile HeartPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.5 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: Dragons 52.1% ★, Turn-Based 15.5%, RPG 13.1%, Fantasy 10.3%, Romance 3.4%
- #45 Pillars of Eternity
69% matchVery Positive88% of 26,090 reviews2015
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Obsidian Entertainment, the developer of Fallout: New Vegas™ and South Park: The Stick of Truth™, together with Paradox Interactive is proud to present Pillars of Eternity.
Why similar: RPG 44.7%, Real-Time with Pause 21.6% ★, Fantasy 19.6%, Strategy 4.7%, Story Rich 4.5%
- #46 Dragon's Chronicles~暗黒大魔王と北斗の剣(つるぎ)~
67% matchVery Positive87% of 125 reviews2025
Dev: スタジオあっとほ~む
Windows
Command two armies and resolve the continental turmoil in this traditional, robust, and highly authentic simultaneous turn-based strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 40.3%, RPG 26.8%, Fantasy 26.3%, Comedy 6%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #47 Divine Divinity
70% matchVery Positive88% of 4,036 reviews2012
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Divine Divinity is an epic role-playing game with hack-and-slash action, offering a huge world to explore and thousands of items to investigate, trade and use.
Why similar: RPG 53.1%, Fantasy 23.3%, Real-Time with Pause 16.4% ★, Singleplayer 2.1%, Action 2%
- #48 Europa Universalis IV
68% matchVery Positive88% of 137,236 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 281.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 46.8% ★, Strategy 42.3%, Co-op 4.4%, Multiplayer 4.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #49 Disciples III - Renaissance Steam Special Edition
72% matchMixed51% of 542 reviews2010
Dev: AkellaPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Disciples III: Renaissance is the next title in the award-winning Disciples series and represents a leap forward in the evolution of the turn-based strategy RPG genre.
Why similar: Strategy 35.1%, RPG 33.9%, Turn-Based 24.3%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #50 Masters of Anima
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 424 reviews2018
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Delve into an original adventure and defy the forces of evil in strategic, action-packed battles. Summon and control large armies of up to 100 Guardians thanks to intuitive and innovative gameplay and make quick tactical decisions to prevail.
Why similar: Strategy 32.7%, RTS 31.3%, RPG 25.9%, Action 10.1%
- #51 Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 8,913 reviews2016
Dev: Blackbird InteractivePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.
Why similar: RTS 55.3%, Strategy 32.8%, Multiplayer 3.5%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%, Story Rich 2.7%
- #52 Might & Magic: Heroes VI
71% matchMixed48% of 9,255 reviews2011
Dev: BlackholePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 37.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Heroes VI is a fast-paced epic story where Angels plot to end -- once and for all -- an unfinished war with their ancient rivals, the Faceless.
Why similar: Strategy 34.5%, Turn-Based 26%, RPG 21.7%, Fantasy 13.8%, Multiplayer 3.1%
- #53 Ascension to the Throne
69% matchVery Positive90% of 685 reviews2014
Dev: DVSPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ascension to the Throne is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements. In a vast fantasy world the hero will have to pass many tests on his way to victory. Enemies seek to stop players from regaining power and taking revenge. Gain new friends to aid you in reclaiming the throne.
Why similar: RPG 32.8%, Strategy 31.7%, Turn-Based 26%, Fantasy 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #54 Dark Envoy
66% matchMostly Positive70% of 900 reviews2023
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lead a party of relic hunters in an epic cRPG adventure set in a war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world. Experiment with a tactical slo-mo and a modern combat system!
Why similar: Steampunk 45.3% ★, Real-Time with Pause 22.6% ★, RPG 14.9%, Fantasy 12.3%, Story Rich 3%
- #55 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
65% matchVery Positive85% of 1,389 reviews2022
Dev: Happinet
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Dragons 53.2% ★, Strategy 33.7%, Fantasy 11.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #56 Knights of Honor
67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,387 reviews2009
Dev: Black Sea Studios LtdPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
As King, it is your duty to lead your people in their struggle to raise your kingdom from its humble beginnings to a position of power and prestige. War, diplomacy and a burgeoning economy are the means by which you increase your power and expand your influence.
Why similar: Strategy 53.2%, RTS 41.8%, Great Soundtrack 2.1%, Multiplayer 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #57 Dungeons & Dragons - Stronghold: Kingdom Simulator
66% matchPositive90% of 51 reviews2022
Dev: Stormfront StudiosPub: SNEG
Windows
Run your own kingdom in the legendary Dungeons & Dragons game world. In this remarkable kingdom simulator, your goal is to become Emperor by building and expanding your stronghold in competition against opposing computer-controlled kingdoms.
Why similar: Strategy 64.5%, RPG 19.7%, Fantasy 13.1%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #58 Blackguards
68% matchMixed62% of 3,917 reviews2014
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.4%, RPG 30.8%, Strategy 20.8%, Fantasy 12%, Singleplayer 1.1%