Games Like Expeditions: Rome

Circa 790 AD. A small band of Norse warriors lands on the shores of England. History may have forgotten their names, but their actions live on. As the chieftain of your clan, let ambition guide your choices in the party-based RPG Expeditions: Viking. How will history remember you?

Why similar: CRPG 16.3%, RPG 15.3%, Historical 13.8%, Tactical RPG 9.5%, Strategy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this title shares the core DNA of historical setting, party management, and tactical turn-based combat.

Conquer the New world: In the 16th Century, Spanish explorers and soldiers reached the shores of America. The search for gold, fame, and adventure drove these travelers into a treacherous wilderness where they faced hunger, disease, and dangerous predators. In their wake, the Aztec Empires lay in ruins.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19%, RPG 18.6%, Historical 15.3%, Strategy 13.2%, CRPG 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the series, it offers a similar blend of exploration, party management, and historical narrative.

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: Party-Based RPG 30.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.1%, Tactical RPG 16%, RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a mercenary company in a gritty world with deep tactical combat and party progression.

The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees.

Why similar: Rome 24.1% ★, CRPG 19%, Tactical RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore CRPG set in a Roman-inspired world where political choices and character builds drastically alter the outcome.

The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, Strategy 11.8%, Tactical 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a robust turn-based tactical experience with squad management and strategic map control.

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: Tactical RPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, CRPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, RPG 8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes party management and difficult moral choices in a historical-mythological setting.

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: CRPG 38.8%, RPG 24%, Party-Based RPG 12.4%, Choices Matter 11.4%, Story Rich 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on political intrigue and the consequences of your choices in a world where evil has already won.

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: Party-Based RPG 24.9%, CRPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, RPG 9.2%, Top-Down 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Prioritizes faithful D&D-based tactical combat and party synergy in a highly interactive environment.

Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.6%, Historical 27.7%, Tactical 16.4%, Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A historical 4X strategy game that emphasizes the political and familial management aspects of ancient civilizations.

Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations.

Why similar: CRPG 29.2%, Tactical RPG 23.2%, Tactical 10.1%, RPG 9%, Strategy 8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an expansive CRPG experience with deep party customization and complex tactical combat.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.

Why similar: CRPG 37.6%, RPG 20.5%, Choices Matter 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, Strategy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: The premier party-based CRPG that offers unparalleled tactical depth and narrative reactivity.

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: Historical 30.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.6%, RPG 17.6%, Strategy 15.9%, Character Customization 5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging mercenary management game that captures the gritty feel of leading a squad through dangerous historical-inspired lands.

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: CRPG 22.5%, Party-Based RPG 22.3%, Tactical RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, RPG 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features highly interactive turn-based combat and deep party-based roleplaying mechanics.

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 20.8%, Tactical RPG 17.9%, RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Strategy 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style tactical RPG with deep character customization and complex turn-based combat scenarios.

Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 14.9%, CRPG 14.7%, Tactical RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG centered on a war-torn narrative and character-driven storytelling.

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: Party-Based RPG 17.7%, CRPG 16.8%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features mercenary company management and tactical turn-based combat with a focus on long-term party development.

Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.

Why similar: Rome 66.3% ★, Historical 17.3%, Strategy 15.3%, Choices Matter 0.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that provides the macro-scale political and military experience of the Roman era.

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: Party-Based RPG 21.3%, CRPG 18.5%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy turn-based RPG where your choices directly impact the survival of your party members.

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: Tactical RPG 29%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.1%, RPG 10.8%, Strategy 7.8%, Tactical 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven tactical RPG where every decision carries significant weight and consequences for your caravan.

A Legionary's Life lets you play as a Roman soldier during the years of the Second Punic War and beyond. Rise up through the ranks and win prestigious awards or just focus on making it home in one piece; it's up to you.

Why similar: Rome 59.1% ★, Historical 15.9%, RPG 8.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6%, Turn-Based 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique RPG that focuses specifically on the life of a Roman soldier with tactical combat and historical authenticity.

A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 42.6%, RPG 14.8%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Strategy 11.8%, Tactical 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that places a heavy emphasis on political intrigue, branching paths, and moral dilemmas.

Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, RPG 10.7%, Tactical 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines dark fantasy tactical combat with party management and kingdom-building elements.

On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, RPG 11%, Strategy 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical turn-based combat with RPG progression and strategic map management.

Assemble your crew and set sail on an infamous ghost ship to sneak, stab, and spellcast your way through the Inquisition in this non-linear stealth strategy game. Chart a course, develop uncanny abilities, and use unconventional tactics to find a powerful pirate artifact!

Why similar: CRPG 22.3%, Party-Based RPG 19%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game that emphasizes character-based storytelling and creative problem-solving.

Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, RPG 9.6%, Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG set in the Roman era that focuses on turn-based combat and dark historical themes.

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: Tactical RPG 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.8%, Strategy 11.1%, Tactical 10.9%, RPG 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep 4X strategy with tactical combat and strong hero-based RPG progression.

Following the critically acclaimed 2014 Game of the Year winner Wasteland 2, the RPG series that pioneered the post-apocalyptic genre in video games returns with Wasteland 3.

Why similar: CRPG 22.6%, Party-Based RPG 18.7%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, RPG 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based CRPG with tactical combat and a heavy focus on narrative choices and consequences.

Pathfinder: Kingmaker - Enhanced Plus Edition is the first isometric party-based cRPG set in the Pathfinder fantasy universe. Enjoy a classic RPG experience inspired by games like Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 and 2 and Arcanum. Explore and conquer the Stolen Lands and make them your kingdom!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 30.4%, CRPG 28.4%, RPG 16.4%, Choices Matter 6%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: An extensive CRPG that includes kingdom management mechanics alongside party-based adventuring.

Never Second in Rome is a turn-based historical game with RPG and management elements. You are a Roman centurion in the army of Julius Caesar. You will control both your character and the unit under his command.

Why similar: Rome 42.7% ★, Tactical RPG 11.3%, Historical 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%

Lead a strike force against an alien threat in this turn-based tactical RPG from the developers of Battle Brothers. Answer distress calls across different worlds, train and equip infantry, deploy tanks and mechs, and plan and execute missions in detailed turn-based battles.

Why similar: CRPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, RPG 8.4%, Strategy 7.4%

Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Party-Based RPG 16.1%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%

In Total War: PHARAOH, the newest entry in the award-winning grand strategy series, immerse yourself in ancient Egypt at the zenith of its power and experience the dramatic events that threaten its destruction.

Why similar: Rome 24.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Historical 17.3%, Tactical 15.4%, Strategy 14.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a grand strategy experience with a focus on historical warfare and tactical battles.

Relive the conflict between the mighty Roman Republic and the brave Celtiberian people of Numantia! Featuring hand-drawn illustrations, classic turn-based strategy mechanics, and combat tactics, with decision-making and side missions.

Why similar: Rome 29% ★, Tactical RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Historical 8.5%

A Turn-Based Tactics game set in Viking-Age Norway. Build a settlement, forge alliances, and fight strategic battles. Manage a community of craftspeople, farmers, and warriors, as you grow strong on your path to vengeance in this story-rich saga.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Historical 11%, RPG 7.1%

Wage total war across the ancient world from the Aegean to Mesopotamia in this free addition to Total War: PHARAOH. Challenge the Bronze Age Collapse by building your own dynasty and leading your faction to victory with new cultures, new units and dramatic new battle mechanics.

Why similar: Rome 35.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.6%, Strategy 17.6%, Historical 16.4%, Tactical 6.4%

Wage a global war of resistance against an alien invasion. Command turn-based tactical battles, build a network of covert bases, directly control your fighter wings, and achieve strategic victory in a simulation of asymmetric warfare against a technologically superior foe.

Why similar: CRPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Tactical 8.1%, RPG 7.9%

Age of Gladiators II: Rome is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities. Build your story. Build your empire.

Why similar: Rome 46% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%, RPG 7.4%, Strategy 7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the management of a gladiatorial school in Rome, blending strategy with RPG elements.

Join three fresh recruits caught in a web of betrayal as war looms over the land. Lead your band of heroes through tactical turn-based battles, master unique abilities, and forge powerful gear to turn the tide of battle. Will you unravel the conspiracy driving the conflict—or be consumed by it?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18.1%, CRPG 17%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%

A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.

Why similar: CRPG 44.2%, RPG 13.1%, Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Tactical 6%

Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Tactical 10.9%, Tactical RPG 10.9%, Strategy 8%

The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.

Why similar: CRPG 49.2%, RPG 16.5%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Atmospheric 6.7%

Shape the Roman Empire in this genre-defining strategic builder game. Build cities while expanding your influence through Roman provinces. Govern using your economic prowess, diplomatic skills, or military might.

Why similar: Rome 46.1% ★, Historical 23.5%, Strategy 20.3%, Choices Matter 7.4%, Story Rich 2%

A mix of deep gameplay and rich historical flavor, Aggressors: Ancient Rome lets you relive history as the ruler of one of the mighty civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Choose one of twenty available factions and conquer the world.

Why similar: Rome 45.7% ★, Historical 13.8%, Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%

Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory.

Why similar: Strategy 58.3%, Historical 40.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Colony Ship is a turn-based, party-based role-playing game set aboard a generation ship launched to Proxima Centauri. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and branching dialogue trees.

Why similar: CRPG 20%, Party-Based RPG 19.7%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%

Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.

Why similar: Rome 50% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Historical 11.4%, Strategy 9.8%, Tactical 5.5%

A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world ruled by real but unrelenting gods. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice has a price and entails consequences. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!

Why similar: Choices Matter 37.5%, RPG 31.4%, Story Rich 11.8%, Strategy 11%, Atmospheric 7%

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: Tactical RPG 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Historical 11%, Choices Matter 7.9%, Tactical 7.9%

Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.

Why similar: CRPG 25.7%, Tactical RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, RPG 7.9%, Strategy 7.1%

Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture.

Why similar: Rome 42.5% ★, Historical 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Strategy 10.3%

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 Tactics 27.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.1%, RPG 17.9%, Strategy 9.9%, Turn-Based 7.7%

Engage in a core roleplaying experience, and forge the destiny of a new world seeping with magic, and filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become part of a living, evolving world - influence its course and shape your story.

Why similar: RPG 48.1%, Choices Matter 22.1%, Character Customization 9.5%, Story Rich 8.9%, Atmospheric 4.6%

Bloodgrounds merges tactical turn-based combat with strategic management, RPG and roguelite elements. Forged in the pits of the arena, you fought your way out and now as a wealthy patron you recruit, train, and command your team of hardened Gladiators to glory - or death.

Why similar: Rome 38.5% ★, Party-Based RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Tactical RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%

The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, RPG 11.1%, Tactical RPG 10.9%, Strategy 9.3%

A turn-based strategy war chess game. You will play a commander in the Roman period, and command the generals and troops to complete the specified mission objectives and occupy important strongholds in the level. Rome, Samnite, Epirus, Carthage. Different choices will open different histories!

Why similar: Rome 50.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Historical 7.3%, Strategy 5.3%

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 Strategy 21.8%, Tactical RPG 18.4%, RPG 14.7%, Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%

Patch 5.0 - Turn-based mode and The Ultimate challenge out now! Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 34.6%, CRPG 29.5%, RPG 19.6%, Choices Matter 5.1%, Turn-Based 3.6%

Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Tactical RPG 8.7%, RPG 8.4%

Lead a Roman expeditionary force into the heart of Ancient Britain! Recruit, promote, and upgrade your legionaries while constructing a series of fortified marching camps. Use Roman tactics and strategies to conquer the entire island and become Warlord!

Why similar: Rome 67.1% ★, Historical 17.7%, Strategy 10.3%, 3D 2.4%, Atmospheric 2%

A medieval city under siege and a handful of civilians are all that keep the walls from falling. Mixing survival strategy and resource management, build your camp, craft supplies, and scavenge the occupied city to supply the last troops holding back the invaders.

Why similar: Historical 36.6%, Strategy 22.3%, RPG 20.6%, Choices Matter 17.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%