- #1 Expeditions: Viking
97% matchVery Positive83% of 4,189 reviews2017
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 16.5%, RPG 15.3%, Historical 13.6%, Tactical RPG 9.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: As a direct predecessor, it shares the same core DNA of party-based tactical combat, historical setting, and narrative-driven choices.
- #2 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: Tactical RPG 24.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, CRPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar focus on tactical, grid-based combat combined with party management and dark, historical-fantasy narrative choices.
- #3 Expeditions: Conquistador
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,618 reviews2013
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Historical 15.2%, Strategy 13%, CRPG 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title established the series' signature blend of exploration, tactical combat, and management in a historical context.
- #4 Wartales
94% matchVery Positive86% of 35,540 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: Party-Based RPG 30.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.1%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: This open-world mercenary management game mirrors the party-based tactical combat and strategic resource management found in Rome.
- #5 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: CRPG 39.3%, RPG 24%, Party-Based RPG 12.2%, Choices Matter 11.1%, Story Rich 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: It excels at delivering a CRPG experience where your choices significantly impact the political landscape and the fate of the world.
- #6 Jagged Alliance 3
93% matchVery Positive89% of 14,785 reviews2023
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Tactical RPG 17.5%, Strategy 11.6%, Tactical 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers deep tactical turn-based combat and squad management that feels very similar to the Praetorian party mechanics.
- #7 The Age of Decadence
94% matchVery Positive82% of 4,045 reviews2015
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 24.7% ★, CRPG 19.1%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a brutal, Roman-inspired world where player choices and political maneuvering are just as important as combat.
- #8 Solasta: Crown of the Magister
92% matchVery Positive87% of 22,429 reviews2021
Dev: Tactical Adventures
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.4 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: Party-Based RPG 24.7%, CRPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, RPG 9.4%, Top-Down 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on verticality and tactical positioning in turn-based combat, appealing to players who enjoy the mechanics of Rome.
- #9 Baldur's Gate 3
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 854,568 reviews2023
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 78.9 hrsMean: 134.1 hrs≥1hr: 98%
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 37.8%, RPG 20.9%, Choices Matter 12%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Strategy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: It provides the gold standard for party-based tactical combat and deep, branching narrative choices within a high-fantasy setting.
- #10 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
91% matchVery Positive84% of 43,984 reviews2021
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: META Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 58.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 29.5%, Tactical RPG 23.3%, Tactical 10%, RPG 9.1%, Strategy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: This deep CRPG offers extensive party customization and complex strategic decisions that mirror the scale of Rome's campaign.
- #11 Battle Brothers
90% matchVery Positive88% of 28,621 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 94.7 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: Historical 30%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.8%, RPG 17.8%, Strategy 15.9%, Character Customization 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the gritty reality of managing a mercenary company with high-stakes tactical combat and permanent consequences.
- #12 Lost Eidolons
89% matchMixed68% of 2,384 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: CRPG 14.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, Tactical RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: It is a dedicated tactical RPG that focuses on war-torn narratives and grid-based combat mechanics.
- #13 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
89% matchVery Positive88% of 6,353 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Tactical RPG 17.9%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Strategy 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical RPG features deep party customization and turn-based combat that rewards strategic planning.
- #14 Wildermyth
87% matchVery Positive95% of 18,226 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 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: Party-Based RPG 32.1%, Tactical RPG 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Choices Matter 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: It combines procedural storytelling with party-based tactical combat, creating a unique and personal narrative experience for your squad.
- #15 Colony Ship: A Post-Earth Role Playing Game
86% matchVery Positive88% of 4,190 reviews2023
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 20.2%, Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Tactical RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: This CRPG emphasizes tactical combat and complex dialogue choices in a world where every decision has lasting consequences.
- #16 The Banner Saga
88% matchVery Positive89% of 15,944 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: Tactical RPG 29%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.8%, RPG 11%, Strategy 7.8%, Tactical 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: This narrative-driven tactical RPG focuses on party management and difficult choices during a journey across a harsh, historical-inspired landscape.
- #17 King Arthur: Legion IX
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 828 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 25.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, RPG 9.8%, Strategy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A spin-off that directly utilizes Roman themes and tactical, turn-based combat mechanics.
- #18 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
85% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,748 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 42.1%, RPG 14.9%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, Strategy 11.5%, Tactical 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: It features a strong emphasis on tactical grid-based combat and a branching narrative where your political decisions shape the story.
- #19 Old World
84% matchVery Positive82% of 6,828 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 31.3%, Historical 27.7%, Tactical 16.3%, Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep historical strategy experience that focuses on the lives of leaders and the political intrigue of ancient civilizations.
- #20 A Legionary's Life
84% matchVery Positive87% of 2,491 reviews2019
Dev: Alessandro Roberti
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 59.7% ★, Historical 15.6%, RPG 8.5%, Turn-Based Combat 5.8%, Turn-Based 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A focused RPG experience that puts you directly in the shoes of a Roman soldier with historical accuracy and turn-based combat.
- #21 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
83% matchVery Positive80% of 2,663 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 26.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, RPG 11.2%, Strategy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game successfully blends turn-based strategy with RPG elements and tactical combat on a grand scale.
- #22 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
81% 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: CRPG 22.7%, Party-Based RPG 22.1%, Tactical RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, RPG 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly interactive tactical combat system and a rich, party-based narrative experience.
- #23 Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 35,089 reviews2018
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: Knights Peak
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 50.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 30.1%, CRPG 28.6%, RPG 16.6%, Choices Matter 5.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a massive CRPG experience with kingdom-building elements that parallel the legion management in Rome.
- #24 Ash of Gods: Redemption
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,470 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: Party-Based RPG 21.1%, CRPG 18.7%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, RPG 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: It features a dark, narrative-heavy story with turn-based tactical combat and party management.
- #25 Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew
79% matchVery Positive91% of 6,521 reviews2023
Dev: Mimimi GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 22.5%, Party-Based RPG 18.8%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, RPG 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly tactical approach to squad-based missions where character abilities and positioning are paramount.
- #26 Disciples: Liberation
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,973 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, RPG 10.9%, Tactical 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy RPG features a mix of tactical combat and strategic exploration that feels familiar to fans of the genre.
- #27 The Iron Oath
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 923 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.9 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: Party-Based RPG 17.5%, CRPG 17%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that focuses on the long-term management and evolution of a mercenary company.
- #28 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
77% matchVery Positive94% of 14,748 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 30.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.9%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.8%
- #29 Never Second in Rome
76% matchVery Positive81% of 620 reviews2026
Dev: Alessandro Roberti
Windows
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 43.4% ★, Tactical RPG 11.2%, Historical 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%
- #30 MENACE
74% matchVery Positive91% of 13,267 reviews2026
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 24.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Tactical 8.2%, RPG 8.1%
- #31 XCOM® 2
78% matchVery Positive85% of 109,126 reviews2016
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 61.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Tactical 12.1%, RPG 10.6%, Strategy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi, it remains the definitive experience for squad-based tactical combat and strategic base management.
- #32 Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,794 reviews2021
Dev: Dark Crystal GamesPub: Prime Matter
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 44.4%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Tactical 6%
Why You'll Like It: This CRPG features a robust tactical combat system and a heavy emphasis on player choice and faction interaction.
- #33 Phantom Doctrine
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,689 reviews2018
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 35.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Strategy 14.4%, RPG 11.6%, Tactical 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends historical settings with tactical combat and management, focusing on intelligence and covert operations.
- #34 NORSE: Oath of Blood
75% matchMixed57% of 2,884 reviews2026
Dev: Arctic HazardPub: Tripwire Presents
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Historical 11.1%, RPG 7.2%
- #35 Songs of Steel: Hispania
75% matchVery Positive92% of 60 reviews2024
Dev: Meteorbyte StudiosPub: Combat Time
Windows
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 30.3% ★, Tactical RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Historical 8.4%
- #36 Wasteland 3
76% matchVery Positive85% of 22,342 reviews2020
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 22.7%, Party-Based RPG 18.5%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, RPG 6.5%
- #37 Expeditions: Samurai
74% matchMixed62% of 261 reviews2026
Dev: Campfire CabalPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
The sun rises on another civil war, as you land in Japan aboard a battered Dutch ship. Thrust into command of its motley crew, you must navigate the politics of Sengoku-era Japan using stealth, diplomacy, or violence in this party-based RPG where every choice matters.
Why similar: CRPG 32.7%, Party-Based RPG 29.5%, Historical 8.9%, RPG 8.1%, Choices Matter 6.1%
- #38 Imperator: Rome
77% matchMixed66% of 26,881 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 67% ★, Historical 17%, Strategy 14.9%, Choices Matter 0.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #39 Anno 117: Pax Romana
72% matchMixed70% of 12,661 reviews2025
Dev: Ubisoft MainzPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 49.4% ★, Historical 22.6%, Strategy 18.8%, Choices Matter 6.7%, Story Rich 1.8%
- #40 Total War: PHARAOH DYNASTIES
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,673 reviews2024
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 34.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Strategy 17.6%, Historical 17%, Tactical 6.7%
- #41 The Thaumaturge
71% matchVery Positive83% of 5,876 reviews2024
Dev: Fool's TheoryPub: 11 bit studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 49.3%, RPG 16.7%, Choices Matter 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Atmospheric 6.7%
- #42 Those Who Rule
70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,112 reviews2025
Dev: Eldin Turulja
Windows
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%, CRPG 17.2%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%
- #43 Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 14,700 reviews2022
Dev: Complex GamesPub: Frontier Foundry
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 22.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Tactical RPG 11%, Tactical 10.9%, Strategy 8%
- #44 Xenonauts 2
69% matchVery Positive81% of 5,738 reviews2026
Dev: Goldhawk InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Tactical 8.1%, RPG 8%
- #45 Age of Wonders 4
70% 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: Tactical RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.6%, Strategy 11.1%, Tactical 10.9%, RPG 10.7%
- #46 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,695 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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%, Historical 40.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #47 Age of Gladiators II: Rome
73% matchMixed68% of 280 reviews2018
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 46.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%, RPG 7.4%, Strategy 6.9%
- #48 Legends of Eisenwald
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,830 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: Tactical RPG 27.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Historical 11%, Tactical 7.8%, Choices Matter 7.7%
- #49 Total War: PHARAOH
70% matchMixed63% of 5,410 reviews2023
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 25.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, Historical 17.3%, Tactical 15.3%, Strategy 14%
- #50 Aggressors: Ancient Rome
71% matchVery Positive82% of 281 reviews2018
Dev: Kubat SoftwarePub: Kube Games
Windows
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 46.4% ★, Historical 13.6%, Strategy 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
- #51 Our Adventurer Guild
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,502 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 33.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, RPG 8.6%, Tactical RPG 8.6%
- #52 Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
66% matchVery Positive88% of 47,586 reviews2023
Dev: Owlcat Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 58.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 26%, Tactical RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, RPG 8%, Strategy 7%
- #53 Bloodgrounds
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 606 reviews2026
Dev: Exordium GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 39.2% ★, Party-Based RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Tactical RPG 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%
- #54 GreedFall
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 21,967 reviews2019
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 48.5%, Choices Matter 21.8%, Character Customization 9.6%, Story Rich 8.9%, Atmospheric 4.5%
- #55 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
68% matchMixed60% of 645 reviews2024
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
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 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, RPG 11.1%, Tactical RPG 11.1%, Strategy 9.1%
- #56 The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
68% matchVery Positive87% of 8,059 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 Tactics 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, RPG 18.1%, Strategy 9.8%, Turn-Based 8%
- #57 Total War: ROME REMASTERED
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 13,703 reviews2021
Dev: Creative AssemblyPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 39.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 50.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Historical 11.3%, Strategy 9.6%, Tactical 5.5%
- #58 The Banner Saga 3
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,091 reviews2018
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Banner Saga 3 is the epic conclusion to a sweeping viking saga six years in the making. This strategic RPG, acclaimed for its strong story and compelling characters has won over 20 awards and been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Strategy 13.2%
- #59 Crusader Kings III
65% matchVery Positive90% of 143,057 reviews2020
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.7 hrsMean: 149.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Historical 36.5%, Strategy 26.7%, RPG 20.9%, Choices Matter 10.4%, Character Customization 4.4%
- #60 Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
67% matchVery Positive88% of 20,034 reviews2018
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 34.2%, CRPG 29.7%, RPG 19.8%, Choices Matter 5%, Turn-Based 3.7%