- #1 Duelyst II
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,777 reviews2022
Dev: Dream Sloth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Choose your faction, construct your deck and put your strategy to the test in the evolution of the ultimate collectible tactics game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27%, Card Game 21%, Turn-Based Combat 19.9%, Strategy 19.3%, Multiplayer 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive grid-based tactical card battler that perfectly captures the positioning and unit-deployment mechanics of the seed game.
- #2 Cards and Castles
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 776 reviews2015
Dev: Red Team Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Collectible cards come to life in this tactics and CCG hybrid! Collect cards, build decks, and challenge players head to head on a Tactical Game Board. Play as Vikings, Pirates, Ninjas and more!
Why similar: Card Game 54.5%, Strategy 35.4%, Indie 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the seed's core loop by blending collectible card mechanics with a tactical grid-based battlefield.
- #3 Faeria
94% matchVery Positive84% of 7,177 reviews2017
Dev: Abrakam Entertainment SAPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
With its unique living board, Faeria is also the only card game where you can gain all 300 cards in less than 50 hours.
Why similar: Card Game 40.8%, Strategy 24.6%, Turn-Based 21.1%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Indie 4%
Why You'll Like It: It combines traditional card game mechanics with a living board that you build as you play, emphasizing tactical positioning.
- #4 KROSMAGA
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,048 reviews2017
Dev: Ankama StudioPub: Ankama Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Krosmaga is a game of skill where the Twelve Gods of the Krosmoz universe settle their differences by pitting creatures, mortals, and demi-gods against each other in a battle of truly epic proportions!
Why similar: Card Game 26.7%, Strategy 24.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Multiplayer 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: It uses a lane-based tactical system that requires careful unit placement and strategic card play to defend your towers.
- #5 Shardbound: Forge Your Path, Master Your Strategy
93% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,342 reviews2017
Dev: Bazooka Tango
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Shardbound brings fast, fun, and tactical card strategy to the table! Build your deck, take control of the board, and face off in exciting battles that are as unpredictable as they are action-packed.
Why similar: Turn-Based 32.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21%, Card Game 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Strategy 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical card-battler that utilizes a grid-based map to emphasize unit positioning and board control.
- #6 Eternal Card Game
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,005 reviews2018
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 61.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Six-guns and sorcery collide in Eternal, the new strategy card game of unlimited choices and unbelievable fun. Eternal brings AAA pace and polish to the infinite possibilities of a deep strategy card game. The only limits are your own creativity.
Why similar: Card Game 47.6%, Strategy 33.8%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Multiplayer 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A polished card-battler that provides deep strategic deckbuilding and competitive play for fans of the genre.
- #7 Wargroove
91% matchVery Positive83% of 5,221 reviews2019
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.7%, Strategy 23.1%, Multiplayer 9%, Indie 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: While not a card game, its grid-based tactical combat and unit deployment system provide the same strategic satisfaction found in Epic Arena.
- #8 DungeonTop
89% matchVery Positive82% of 573 reviews2020
Dev: One Up Plus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A rogue-like deck-building experience coupled with table top battles. Choose a hero and allegiance then dive deep into the dungeon, evolving your deck for survival. Each choice you make matters, even in between battles!
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.9%, Card Game 24%, Turn-Based Combat 20.2%, Strategy 13%
Why You'll Like It: A clever fusion of deckbuilding and grid-based tactical combat that rewards careful positioning on the battlefield.
- #9 Mindbug Online
88% matchMostly Positive73% of 291 reviews2024
Dev: Kissaki Studios GmbH
Windows · Linux
Mindbug redefines the card-battler genre, focusing on pure strategy and fast-paced excitement from the very first turn. Outsmart opponents with the groundbreaking Mindbug mechanic and rise through the new roguelike mode, discovering fresh powers, creatures, and combos each run.
Why similar: Turn-Based 32.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.1%, Card Game 18.6%, Strategy 17.5%, Multiplayer 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A highly strategic card-battler that focuses on outsmarting the opponent through tactical card usage and counter-play.
- #10 Into the Breach
87% matchVery Positive94% of 21,742 reviews2018
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.8%, Strategy 24.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Indie 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: While single-player, its grid-based tactical combat is the gold standard for turn-based strategy where every move and position matters.
- #11 Immortal Empire
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 309 reviews2015
Dev: Tactic Studios Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Immortal Empire is a multiplayer tactics role playing game. Control a party of up to 5 immortals as you travel through a unique fantasy world, using spells and strategy to defeat your enemies. Play co-op, versus, or solo through a compelling campaign storyline with fully voiced characters.
Why similar: Strategy 28.1%, Turn-Based 23.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Indie 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that features grid-based combat and unit management similar to the tactical depth of Epic Arena.
- #12 Prismata
86% matchVery Positive81% of 1,210 reviews2018
Dev: Lunarch Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A perfect-information strategy game inspired by RTS, deckbuilders, and board games. Choose from three distinct technology classes and outwit your foes by snowballing your starting resources into a powerful cybernetic army. ABSOLUTELY NO PAY-TO-WIN.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.2%, Strategy 25.5%, Card Game 25%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%, Multiplayer 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A pure strategy card-battler that removes luck and focuses entirely on tactical decision-making and resource management.
- #13 Frozen Synapse
86% matchVery Positive83% of 2,618 reviews2011
Dev: Mode 7
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Brings the simultaneous turn-based strategy genre up-to-date and lets you give detailed, accurate orders to your squad.
Why similar: Turn-Based 58.9%, Strategy 26.8%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Indie 5.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique simultaneous turn-based system that forces you to predict your opponent's tactical movements on a grid.
- #14 GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
84% matchVery Positive86% of 27,364 reviews2020
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 59.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
Why similar: Card Game 42.4%, Strategy 33.6%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Multiplayer 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its lane-based tactical system requires significant strategic planning and board awareness to win matches.
- #15 Creatures of Aether
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 554 reviews2021
Dev: Tako Boy StudiosPub: Aether Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Creatures of Aether is a free-to-play card battler set in the Rivals of Aether universe. Play PvP ladder matches or PvE dungeons as you construct a deck with powerful elemental abilities.
Why similar: Strategy 41.3%, Card Game 24.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Indie 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical card-battler that emphasizes elemental synergy and board control.
- #16 Ironbound
82% matchMixed68% of 265 reviews2018
Dev: Secret Level SRL
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Ironbound is a turn-based multiplayer strategy game with fast-paced duels and deep meta-game. Upgrade your character and equipment and climb to the top of the multiplayer ladder!
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.2%, Card Game 27.4%, Strategy 27.1%, Indie 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical card-based game that focuses on arena combat and character-specific abilities.
- #17 Nova Blitz
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 163 reviews2017
Dev: Dragon Foundry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Nova Blitz is a real-time, digital, card game set in a future universe ruled by five Aspects of energy: Arcane, Tech, Divine, Nature, and Chaos. Summon units, play powers, and duel in real time. Turns are simultaneous, and in combat, hidden attack and block orders let you bluff and counter-bluff your opponent.
Why similar: Card Game 53.4%, Strategy 37.2%, Indie 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced card-battler that captures the intensity of real-time strategy within a card game framework.
- #18 Epic Card Game
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 137 reviews2020
Dev: Wise Wizard Games, LLC
Windows
Epic Card Game is a fast-paced card game of fantasy combat designed by Hall of Fame Magic players Rob Dougherty and Darwin Kastle. It has all the amazing game play and beautiful art of a digital trading card game, without the costs: you get unlimited copies of every card!
Why similar: Strategy 67.7%, Card Game 21.8%, Multiplayer 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A strategic card-battler designed to provide the depth of a trading card game in a single, self-contained package.
- #19 Hobs
78% matchVery Positive85% of 1,170 reviews2019
Dev: Teneke Kafalar
Windows
Hobs is a turn based card game which you can try different strategies to beat your opponent. Find best deck for your strategy, buy new heros, try different strategies and try to place to the top.
Why similar: Card Game 48%, Strategy 40.7%, Indie 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game that incorporates card-based mechanics to influence the outcome of grid-based battles.
- #20 Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Storm Ground
79% matchMixed60% of 1,113 reviews2021
Dev: Gasket GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Conquer the Mortal Realms! The first strategy videogame adaptation of Age of Sigmar’s dark-fantasy universe. Lead your highly-customisable force in challenging roguelike campaigns, unlocking new units, equipment and skills in dynamic, turn-based warfare.
Why similar: Strategy 44.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 43.8%, Multiplayer 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that uses card-like unit abilities and grid movement to resolve combat.
- #21 Ancestory
81% matchMixed57% of 61 reviews2015
Dev: Kajak Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Turn-based strategy meets card game! Outwit your opponent on multiple different battlefields with cunning strategies. Build your own decks made of underworldly minions and powerful spells!
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.5%, Strategy 21.6%, Card Game 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that utilizes grid-based movement and tactical combat in a multiplayer environment.
- #22 Runewards: Strategy Card Game
80% matchMixed55% of 67 reviews2018
Dev: ReaverGames
Windows
Runewards is a free-to-play competitive strategy card game pitting you against other players in an epic duel of wits and tactics. Runewards is a game about anticipating your opponent's moves and out-smarting your foe in any way you can. The game is easy to learn but hard to master.
Why similar: Card Game 26.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.3%, Strategy 22.3%, Turn-Based 20.2%, Multiplayer 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A competitive card-battler that emphasizes strategic planning and deck synergy.
- #23 Mighty Party
77% matchMixed58% of 2,508 reviews2017
Dev: By Aliens L.L.C-FZ
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 53.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Lead your MIGHTY PARTY to victory! Fast 3-MINUTE BATTLES will not let you get bored! Dozens of heroes reveal THOUSANDS of unique tactics to defeat all the opponents! Play Imperial Archer, protect him with Wind Ninja, strengthen them with Magic of Divinity and destroy opponent’s forces!
Why similar: Card Game 33.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.7%, Strategy 23.7%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%
- #24 Pox Nora
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 881 reviews2014
Dev: Desert Owl Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 86.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Delve into classic turn-based strategy gaming with elements of table top miniatures, fantasy RPG and TCG style gameplay all wrapped into one.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Card Game 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Strategy 11.8%
- #25 Card Hunter
75% matchVery Positive86% of 5,289 reviews2015
Dev: The Knights of Unity
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Shuffle your cards and ready your dice - Card Hunter is a fresh new card gaming spin on classic tabletop RPGs. Battle your way through a massive campaign solo or with friends and compete with other players in ranked play and tournaments.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39%, Card Game 25.3%, Strategy 16%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.3%
- #26 Epic Cards Battle(TCG)
77% matchMixed51% of 758 reviews2015
Dev: momoStorm Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Abandon the brainless card games and play the real strategic cards game, 3 kinds of card types: Unit, Spell, Trigger. Next-Generation Revolutionary cards battle game in 3D with hundreds of stunning battle visual effects. Experience real-time match making and battle with players around the world.
Why similar: Card Game 59.4%, Strategy 34.8%, Multiplayer 5.8%
- #27 Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,465 reviews2014
Dev: Lightmare Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Outplay your opponent with simultaneous turns and commander-driven deck-building in a fully free-to-play PvP experience. Build your deck from 1000+ cards across 8 unique factions, and face opponents on a truly level playing field. In Infinity Wars, skill is the only factor that determines victory!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.6%, Turn-Based Combat 23.6%, Card Game 22.3%, Strategy 17.8%, Multiplayer 11.8%
- #28 Spellweaver
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,380 reviews2016
Dev: Dream Reactor
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Spellweaver is a free-to-play digital card game true to the classics of the genre, adding in several unique features for a new and fresh gameplay experience. With a focus of strategic depth and variety, it offers endless hours of fun in casual or AI matches, ranked play, drafts, and tournaments!
Why similar: Card Game 58.7%, Strategy 33.4%, Indie 7.9%
- #29 Grace of Zordan
74% matchMixed56% of 171 reviews2017
Dev: Cybergrotex
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Tactical-strategic turn-based card game, the key focus is on the player's ability to assess the situation and control the battlefield.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26%, Card Game 21.1%, Strategy 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Multiplayer 10%
- #30 Legends of Elysium
69% matchVery Positive86% of 154 reviews2025
Dev: DA GAMES
Windows
A fantasy strategy game that combines collectible card and board game mechanics. Build custom decks, choose powerful heroes, and engage in tactical, turn-based battles in competitive PvP leagues and battlefield tournaments.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.6%, Card Game 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Strategy 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #31 Arcane Rush
69% matchMixed66% of 422 reviews2025
Dev: Gear Games
Windows · Mac
ARCANE RUSH: Epic Card Battles. Clash, strategize, dominate!
Why similar: Card Game 29.6%, Strategy 29.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Multiplayer 7.8%
- #32 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 304 reviews2017
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Build an army and lead your heroes into battle in an epic fantasy strategy game. Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes is a turn-based strategy game that will put you right in the middle of war between Humans, Orcs, Goblins, Elves, Dwarves and the undead.
Why similar: Turn-Based 51.2%, Strategy 38.3%, Indie 10.5%
- #33 Emporea: Realms of War and Magic
73% matchMixed68% of 534 reviews2016
Dev: Pixel Federation
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 103.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Emporea is an oldschool fantasy strategy game, where cooperation with other players is necessary to achieve victory. Only the best alliance can win! Multiple realms available, with new ones starting every two weeks.
Why similar: Strategy 71.2%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Indie 12.3%
- #34 Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 10,692 reviews2014
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 152.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!
Why similar: Card Game 34.5%, Turn-Based Combat 32%, Strategy 24%, Multiplayer 9.5%
- #35 Forgotten Myths CCG
71% matchMixed53% of 86 reviews2016
Dev: Anchora Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Forgotten Myths is a free to play online collectible card game that incorporates deck building, card collection and strategic gameplay in a fantastic historical background incorporating several civilizations, myths and legends in the same universe!
Why similar: Strategy 55.8%, Card Game 29.4%, Indie 14.8%
- #36 Dfiance
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 167 reviews2025
Dev: Dfiance
Windows · Mac
Free-to-play PvP card game where strategy meets battlefield tactics. Build your deck, outsmart rivals, and dominate in fast-paced, tactical duels.
Why similar: Card Game 36.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 34.2%, Strategy 29.7%
- #37 Eternal Battlefield
69% matchMixed70% of 592 reviews2019
Dev: Shenzhen Huanjing Technology Co.,Ltd
Windows
Eternal Battlefield is a free multiplayer royale-style arena game. 4 teams of 2 go head-to-head in an exciting, spell filled arena death match where the last team standing wins. Defeat neutral creeps and enemy players to grow your forces!
Why similar: Strategy 67.1%, Indie 20.9%, Multiplayer 12%
- #38 Epic Cards Battle 2 (TCG)
70% matchMixed58% of 130 reviews2018
Dev: momoStorm Entertainment
Windows
3D PVP Free Fantasy Strategy TCG Online Game!Experience the legendary battles. Hundreds of cards. 3 Card types: Creature, Spell, Trigger. Campaign and Arena and Ladder.
Why similar: Card Game 51.3%, Strategy 48.7%
- #39 Magic: The Gathering Arena
66% matchMixed62% of 27,376 reviews2023
Dev: Wizards of the Coast LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 89.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG!
Why similar: Card Game 47.9%, Strategy 39%, Multiplayer 13%
- #40 Stormbound
67% matchMixed70% of 1,206 reviews2018
Dev: Paladin StudiosPub: Stormbound B.V.
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Cards and chess collide in Stormbound. Turn-based tactical gameplay, collecting cards and beautiful 2D Art. Level up your army to conquer the ladder.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.1%, Card Game 18.9%, Strategy 12.7%, Multiplayer 6.1%
- #41 Eternal Essence
67% matchMixed66% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: Blur Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Eternal Essence is a turn-based collectible card game which pits two opponents against each other. Players construct decks of 40 cards and utilize their limited Rift Power (mana) to summon creatures, cast spells, and equip relics, with the goal of destroying the opponent's Rifter (hero).
Why similar: Strategy 55.5%, Card Game 29.3%, Indie 15.2%