- #1 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
97% matchVery Positive88% of 6,329 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 23.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.2%, Strategy 12.4%, RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a deep, class-based tactical combat system that mirrors the strategic depth and party management found in Druidstone.
- #2 The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
96% matchVery Positive87% of 8,010 reviews2020
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.6%, RPG 10.6%, Strategy 8.3%, Tactical 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features intricate, grid-based tactical combat and party-based humor that captures the lighthearted yet challenging spirit of the seed game.
- #3 Voidspire Tactics
96% matchVery Positive97% of 289 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Strategy 16.6%, RPG 14.9%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on tactical positioning and environmental interaction, providing a similar puzzle-like feel to combat encounters.
- #4 The Iron Oath
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 912 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Strategy 8.9%, Tactical 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical turn-based combat with party management and a persistent world that feels like a natural evolution of the Druidstone experience.
- #5 Lords of Xulima
94% matchVery Positive81% of 1,259 reviews2014
Dev: Numantian Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lords of Xulima is a challenging Role-playing game set on the mythical continent of Xulima, where Gods and humans once walked side by side. Experience a genuine RPG featuring over 100 hours of gameplay, and discover one of the most epic sagas ever told.
Why similar: Turn-Based 62.1%, RPG 15.3%, Isometric 6.8%, Fantasy 5.2%, Strategy 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging party-based RPG that emphasizes strategic combat and exploration in a classic fantasy world.
- #6 Ash of Gods: Redemption
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,462 reviews2018
Dev: AurumDust
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, Isometric 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Strategy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical, turn-based combat with a narrative-heavy fantasy journey that echoes the atmosphere of Druidstone.
- #7 Wartales
91% matchVery Positive86% of 35,141 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.1%, RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 19%, Strategy 11.3%, Adventure 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a gritty, party-based tactical experience where managing your heroes' abilities and positioning is essential for survival.
- #8 Grimshade
93% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Strategy 10.8%, Isometric 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich tactical RPG that focuses on party-based combat mechanics and character-driven progression.
- #9 Legend of Grimrock 2
92% matchVery Positive91% of 4,049 reviews2014
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons.
Why similar: RPG 37.1%, Fantasy 17.4%, Turn-Based 12.1%, Puzzle 11.1%, Adventure 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team as Druidstone, this title shares a similar commitment to handcrafted level design and rewarding environmental puzzles.
- #10 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
91% matchVery Positive94% of 9,756 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.5 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 49.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Strategy 9.2%, RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features an incredibly deep tactical combat system with extensive character customization that appeals to fans of complex turn-based strategy.
- #11 Wildermyth
88% matchVery Positive95% of 18,187 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 18.4 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 42.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 30.9%, Fantasy 9.4%, RPG 7.5%, Strategy 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique, story-driven tactical experience where party synergy and positioning are key to overcoming challenging encounters.
- #12 Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition
90% matchMixed61% of 259 reviews2020
Dev: Shockwork GamesPub: No Gravity Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Alder's Blood is a tactical strategy game with stealth-based combat, RPG elements, crafting, resources gathering, and management, exploration, and a rich storyline. Set in a grim world, where mankind killed their God and is facing extinction.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Strategy 8.9%, Tactical 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes stealth and careful movement, mirroring the high-stakes combat of the Menhir Forest.
- #13 Warbanners
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 610 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Strategy 7.5%, Tactical 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A pure tactical experience that emphasizes unit positioning and turn-based strategy in a fantasy setting.
- #14 Zoria: Age of Shattering
87% matchMostly Positive78% of 622 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based 49.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Strategy 12.7%, RPG 10.4%, Fantasy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a classic isometric tactical RPG experience with a focus on party composition and strategic combat.
- #15 Super Dungeon Tactics
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 148 reviews2016
Dev: Underbite Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Super Dungeon® Tactics is a classic turn-based game featuring exciting, new gameplay mechanics. Along with traditional RPG characters making you feel right at home, the dynamic gameplay will keep you on your toes.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Strategy 8.8%, RPG 7.2%, Isometric 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features grid-based combat and party-based mechanics that feel very similar to the mission-focused structure of Druidstone.
- #16 Expeditions: Rome
86% matchVery Positive87% of 6,635 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.1%, Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based 16%, RPG 15.9%, Tactical 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features robust tactical combat and party management, rewarding players for thoughtful planning and ability usage.
- #17 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 182 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, RPG 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical combat and party-based strategy, offering a similar feel to the mission-based structure of the seed game.
- #18 Battle Brothers
83% matchVery Positive88% of 28,141 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.0 hrsMean: 93.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 37%, Strategy 21.2%, RPG 16.5%, Fantasy 14.6%, Adventure 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A brutal, turn-based tactical game where managing your party's positioning and equipment is vital to success.
- #19 Heroes of Steel RPG
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 284 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Heroes of Steel is a tactical RPG set in a grim post-apocalyptic fantasy world. Coordinate your party of four heroes in turn-based combat and navigate a engaging world and story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Strategy 7.8%, Tactical 7%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that prioritizes character builds and strategic combat encounters.
- #20 Robothorium
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 373 reviews2019
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!
Why similar: Turn-Based 46.4%, Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes party synergy and turn-based combat mechanics in a challenging environment.
- #21 Crowntakers
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 682 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Turn-Based 44.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Strategy 10.7%, RPG 8%, Fantasy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines turn-based strategy with roguelite elements, focusing on party management and tactical combat in a fantasy world.
- #22 Songs of Conquest
79% matchVery Positive86% of 13,444 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: Turn-Based Tactics 35.4%, Turn-Based Combat 20.7%, Tactical 16.2%, Strategy 15.4%, Fantasy 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy RPG that features tactical, grid-based combat and party-based progression in a vibrant fantasy world.
- #23 Legends of Eisenwald
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,828 reviews2015
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 60.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Tactical 8.6%, Strategy 8.5%, RPG 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that blends strategy and party-based combat with a unique, choose-your-own-adventure style narrative.
- #24 Crawl Tactics
80% matchVery Positive92% of 215 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Isometric 9.2%, Strategy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on grid-based combat and party-based strategy in a compact, mission-driven format.
- #25 Dungeon Rushers
82% matchMixed62% of 1,236 reviews2016
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Dive in an off-beat universe, manage your team and craft mighty gear to equip them! Build your own dungeon by hiding traps and monsters in your galleries, then challenge other players to clean it!
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, Strategy 9.2%, RPG 7%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling tactical RPG that features turn-based combat and party management similar to Druidstone.
- #26 Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion
81% matchMixed65% of 106 reviews2015
Dev: Witching Hour StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion is a turn-based wargame, where strategic troop placement is essential to succeed, but this is just one of the many choices you will face while fighting your way through your many battles!
Why similar: Turn-Based 40.9%, Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, RPG 12.4%, Tactical 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a focus on tactical unit management and turn-based combat that will appeal to fans of Druidstone's strategic depth.
- #27 The Banner Saga
78% matchVery Positive89% of 15,908 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
Why similar: Turn-Based 57.6%, Strategy 9.8%, RPG 9.6%, Tactical 7.5%, Fantasy 6%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven tactical RPG that emphasizes party management and strategic positioning during turn-based combat.
- #28 King's Bounty II
79% matchMixed62% of 5,513 reviews2021
Dev: Fulqrum GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.8%, Strategy 17.3%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a grand-scale tactical RPG experience with a heavy focus on turn-based combat and party management.
- #29 AntharioN
81% matchMixed69% of 191 reviews2015
Dev: Orphic Software
Windows · Mac
Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.2%, Strategy 12.5%, RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style party-based RPG that emphasizes tactical combat and strategic character development.
- #30 Tactical Nexus
78% matchVery Positive96% of 246 reviews2019
Dev: Team-Tactical Nexus
Windows
Niche Puzzle RPG that can be played for 10,000 hours. A resource management game with overwhelming "functionality" to conquer games with overwhelmingly high difficulty. This game is inspired by Tower of the Sorcerer. (The free main package can only be played for just 1000 hours.)
Why similar: Strategy 34.3%, RPG 27.8%, Puzzle 14.2%, Indie 14.1%, Difficult 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A pure puzzle-tactical game that strips away the fluff to focus entirely on the mechanics of grid-based movement and combat.
- #31 Blightstone
75% matchVery Positive80% of 536 reviews2026
Dev: Unfinished Pixel
Windows
A challenging, turn-based strategy with a roguelike edge. Lead a team of adventurers to destroy the Blightstone and free the world from corruption. Use free movement, dynamic environments and collectable skills to save the crystal, and save the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Isometric 13.5%, Tactical 9%, Strategy 8.2%
- #32 Dark Quest 2
77% matchVery Positive84% of 659 reviews2018
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG where you control a party of heroes on your epic quest to defeat the evil sorcerer and his minions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 46.4%, Isometric 11.4%, Strategy 11.3%, RPG 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.9%
- #33 Avadon 3: The Warborn
77% matchVery Positive91% of 132 reviews2016
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Huge, old-school, indie fantasy role-playing adventure. Features an epic story and tactical, turn-based combat. Explore cunning dungeons, hunt for 100s of magical artifacts, and use dozens of magical abilities. Many different endings. Will you save your people or betray them? It's up to you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.2%, Isometric 20.9%, RPG 16.7%, Strategy 13.3%, Indie 7%
- #34 Gordian Quest
72% matchVery Positive89% of 5,992 reviews2022
Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Strategy 8.6%, Tactical 8.1%
- #35 Ash of Gods: The Way
73% matchVery Positive80% of 497 reviews2023
Dev: AurumDust
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Solve tactical puzzles in constantly changing battles and overcome circumstances that are NEVER in your favor. Defend your commander, win duels, capture points, experiment with your strategy to defeat a superior enemy, and make decisions that affect your story.
Why similar: Isometric 35.5%, Tactical 21.1%, RPG 16.3%, Difficult 13%, Puzzle 11.5%
- #36 Avadon: The Black Fortress
76% matchVery Positive81% of 617 reviews2011
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Avadon: The Black Fortress is an epic, Indie fantasy role-playing saga. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law. Use your power to crush a growing rebellion! (Or join it.)
Why similar: Turn-Based 40.2%, Isometric 19.1%, RPG 16.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%
- #37 Realms of Arkania: Star Trail
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 198 reviews2017
Dev: United Independent Entertainment GmbHPub: United Independent Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Star Trail is a faithful remake of Realms of Arkania’s classic sequel. This hardcore RPG features dozens of talents and spells, distinct races and character classes as well as a challenging isometric turn-based combat system.
Why similar: Turn-Based 40.9%, RPG 30.5%, Adventure 12.9%, Indie 9.9%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #38 Spellcrafter
76% matchMostly Negative36% of 64 reviews2015
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Salient Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spellcrafter is an RPG game with deep tactical turn-based combat and a unique spell casting system. Explore the magical world, collect gold, interact with NPCs, take quests and make moral choices! Recruit heroes, assemble and summon powerful troops and send them into battle!
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.3%, Strategy 24.1%, RPG 20.1%, Adventure 10.7%, Indie 8.8%
- #39 Highlands
74% matchVery Positive81% of 241 reviews2015
Dev: Burrito Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 41.4 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Highlands is a hand-drawn turn-based strategy game with unique characters, resource management and RPG elements where the focus is directed toward decision-making.
Why similar: Turn-Based 47.1%, Strategy 24.5%, RPG 17.9%, Indie 10.5%
- #40 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
73% matchVery Positive84% of 674 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Strategy 25.9%, RPG 24.1%, Fantasy 19.9%, Difficult 13.7%, Indie 8.1%
- #41 Stones Keeper: King Aurelius
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 187 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, and live through the final moments of King Aurelius
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Isometric 12.7%, Strategy 9.3%, Tactical 7.3%
- #42 Jagged Alliance Flashback
75% matchMixed47% of 776 reviews2014
Dev: Full Control
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Jagged Alliance Flashback brings back the true spirit of this legendary series: Turn-based tactics meets crazy mercenary personalities and intense battles. Manage your squad of unique mercenaries, secure your income and take back the island - sector by sector, turn by turn.
Why similar: Turn-Based 54.8%, Strategy 18.8%, Tactical 10.1%, RPG 8.4%, Isometric 4.3%
- #43 The Banner Saga 2
71% matchVery Positive90% of 3,783 reviews2016
Dev: Stoic
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.5%, RPG 16.3%, Strategy 15.3%, Fantasy 6.5%, Tactical 5.6%
- #44 Dark Quest
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 205 reviews2015
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Dark Quest is a turn-based dungeon crawler where you command a party of heroes on an epic quest to defeat the dark sorcerer and his minions, and save the land from his dark magic.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Strategy 10.2%, RPG 8.7%
- #45 The Hand of Merlin
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 360 reviews2022
Dev: Room-C GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based rogue-lite RPG in which Arthurian legend meets with sci-fi horror. Recruit mortal heroes to explore lands rife with otherworldly evil, make narrative bending choices in unique interactive encounters, and search for the lost fragments of your soul across the multiverse!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.4%, Tactical 14.5%, Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Fantasy 10.7%
- #46 Stoneshard
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 34,862 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 38.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: Turn-Based 51%, RPG 17.6%, Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Difficult 4.5%
- #47 Fort Triumph
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 997 reviews2020
Dev: CookieByte Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A strategy game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with the world exploration of HOMM. Build towns, collect artifacts, improve your heroes, and influence your tactical surroundings using physics!
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Strategy 8%, Tactical 7.5%
- #48 Sword Legacy: Omen
71% matchMixed66% of 882 reviews2018
Dev: Firecast Studio
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Strategy 15.1%, RPG 12.9%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #49 Solasta: Crown of the Magister
67% matchVery Positive87% of 22,253 reviews2021
Dev: Tactical Adventures
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location and the verticality of the battle field in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.1 Ruleset. In Solasta, you make the choices, dice decide your destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 36.5%, Fantasy 24.7%, RPG 24.2%, Adventure 12%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #50 Avernum 2: Crystal Souls
70% matchVery Positive90% of 327 reviews2015
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Huge indie fantasy role-playing adventure in a massive, underground land. Packed with over 100 towns and dungeons and an epic story. Fight to complete up to three distinct game-winning quests. Master over 60 spells and abilities. Hunt for hundreds of magical artifacts. Over 50 hours of gameplay.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.3%, Isometric 18.3%, RPG 14.5%, Strategy 12.7%, Fantasy 7.1%
- #51 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
65% matchVery Positive94% of 3,563 reviews2024
Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat
Why similar: Strategy 42.7%, RPG 21.7%, Fantasy 19.9%, Adventure 11.3%, Singleplayer 4.3%
- #52 Legend of Grimrock
68% matchVery Positive94% of 6,676 reviews2012
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.
Why similar: RPG 41.3%, Fantasy 21.1%, Indie 11.5%, Adventure 9.8%, Puzzle 8.1%
- #53 Dimensionals
66% matchVery Positive80% of 531 reviews2025
Dev: Mino Games
Windows · Mac
Dimensionals is the hottest roguelike turn-based RPG with tons of Heroes to collect and level up. Build a party of 3 heroes and combine hundreds of skills to create insane combos in the ultimate tactical challenge. Fight through an epic story told in the style of voice acted comic book cutscenes.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Strategy 7%, Fantasy 7%
- #54 Might is Right
69% matchVery Positive81% of 137 reviews2021
Dev: Lazy Kitty
Windows
Might is Right is an old-school turn-based strategy game, it has simple controls and deep complex mechanics.
Why similar: Strategy 27.4%, RPG 22.1%, Turn-Based 20.7%, Indie 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #55 Avernum: Escape From the Pit
69% matchVery Positive91% of 1,305 reviews2012
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.6%, Isometric 18.4%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%, Strategy 6.9%
- #56 Eschalon: Book I
70% matchVery Positive86% of 414 reviews2009
Dev: Basilisk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Eschalon: Book I is an old-school role-playing game that will take you across massive outdoor environments and deep into dozens of sprawling dungeons as you seek to uncover the mystery of who you are. It features a tile-built, turn-based game world where the result of absolutely every action is rolled, calculated or statistically...
Why similar: Turn-Based 47.1%, Isometric 20.6%, RPG 19.4%, Fantasy 6.3%, Indie 6%
- #57 Tower of Time
67% matchVery Positive83% of 2,611 reviews2018
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A new kind of RPG awaits you. A story-rich dungeon crawler with innovative real-time combat that lets you pause or slow time. Tactical thinking is essential to succeed. Now with RPGlite and Permadeath for fast-paced game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 53.3%, Isometric 15.8%, Strategy 10.5%, RPG 7.8%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #58 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
68% matchVery Positive92% of 181 reviews2017
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Play as either Nairi, an imprisoned Dryad fighting for her freedom, or Gilrock, a drunken Dwarven Lord on a quest to restore his family's honour (or just to kick some arse!). The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 33.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Strategy 13.7%, RPG 11.1%, Difficult 9.7%
- #59 Stones Keeper
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 123 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, recruit and enhance your fighters, control a flying island, search for artifacts, and learn the secrets of the ancients.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.2%, Isometric 18%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Strategy 10.2%, RPG 9.8%
- #60 Tactical Breach Wizards
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 11,902 reviews2024
Dev: Suspicious Developments
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 40.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Isometric 9.2%, Tactical 7.9%, Puzzle 5.1%