- #1 The Iron Oath
97% 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 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Medieval 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%
- #2 Veterum
96% matchVery Positive93% of 147 reviews2025
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows
Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Hex Grid 13.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%
- #3 Warbanners
96% 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 Tactics 18.7%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Medieval 9.4%
- #4 Mercenaries Rebirth: Call of the Wild Lynx
95% matchMostly Positive76% of 84 reviews2022
Dev: ESQUADRA,inc.Pub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Obtain the sword of victory together with Princess Kiera and the Wild Lynx Mercenaries! Mercenaries Rebirth is a tactical RPG set in a fantasy world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23%, Strategy RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Medieval 8.4%, Strategy 8.1%
- #5 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
94% matchVery Positive90% of 480 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lead troops in tense tactical battles, just you and your brain against the dying world. Can you save it? Manage a mercenary company, scavenge supplies, build an army. Go on a quest! Burn down a village or two... Explore the rich medieval fantasy world in a mix of LOTR, Warhammer, FTL and Total War.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Medieval 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #6 Dark Deity
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,047 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Strategy RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, RPG 7.6%
- #7 Vanaris Tactics
93% matchMostly Positive72% of 172 reviews2022
Dev: Matheus ReisPub: Toge Productions
Windows
Vanaris Tactics is a short narrative tactical RPG experience that tells a story about refugees fleeing their occupied motherland. You lead a group of refugees looking for freedom outside the walls of Vanaris, unite your people and use tactical prowess to escape your oppressors.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.4%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Medieval 11.3%, RPG 8.7%
- #8 Valor of Man
91% matchVery Positive90% of 162 reviews2026
Dev: Legacy ForgePub: Numskull Games
Windows
Forge your party. Master your fate. In this turn-based roguelite RPG, lead four heroes through a fractured realm of danger and destiny. Build synergies, unlock powerful abilities, and face ever-shifting challenges in an epic battle for survival. No journey is ever the same.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Medieval 9%
- #9 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
92% 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 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, RPG 10.2%
- #10 Glorious Companions
91% matchMixed62% of 206 reviews2024
Dev: Ancient Forge
Windows
Explore the open world of Terscara as you advance through the challenging and tactical encounters in this epic turn-based tactical RPG. Form and lead a group of battle-proven companions, delve into the ancient dungeons to collect the elusive vault crystals, and end Xandar’s Wraith once and for all.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #11 Our Adventurer Guild
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,311 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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: Turn-Based Tactics 34.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%, Strategy RPG 7.7%
- #12 Dead Monarchy
89% matchVery Positive81% of 139 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Zhang
Windows
Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.9%, Turn-Based 17.9%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy 11.2%, Medieval 10.6%
- #13 Mortal Glory 2
89% matchVery Positive88% of 306 reviews2024
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Manage a team of traveling gladiators in this turn-based fantasy roguelike. Find the best recruits, discover powerful item combinations and come up with clever tactics on the battlefield. The tournament awaits those who desire MORTAL GLORY!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 39%, Turn-Based Combat 21.3%, Top-Down 9.6%, RPG 8.7%, Retro 7.8%
- #14 Wardrum
88% matchVery Positive85% of 84 reviews2026
Dev: Mopeful GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Lead a tribal warband and time your attacks to the beat of the Wardrum in this tactical turn-based roguelite! Forge a path across a harsh fantasy world full of rhythm magic, face death and strengthen your warriors until you have the power to destroy the dark sorcery infecting the lands.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Turn-Based 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #15 Live by the Sword: Tactics
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: Labrador Studios
Windows · Mac
Live By The Sword: Tactics is a streamlined tactical RPG that blends classic and contemporary gameplay elements. The game is set in a world recovering from the ravages of war, you must navigate the treacherous landscape to prevent further turmoil. Single Player and Multiplayer modes available.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.8%, Strategy RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Strategy 7.2%
- #16 Voidspire Tactics
86% 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 Tactics 23.3%, Turn-Based 21.8%, RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Strategy 11.5%
- #17 Mortal Glory
86% matchVery Positive87% of 582 reviews2020
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Mortal Glory is a fantasy-themed tactical roguelike game about recruiting a team of gladiators and pitting them against brutal competition in a blood-soaked tournament. Train your gladiators, find a legendary sword, learn ancient spells, recruit a celebrity, cheat - do whatever it takes to bring glory to your name!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.4%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%
- #18 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
85% matchMixed60% of 620 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 22.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Medieval 11.1%
- #19 King Arthur: Legion IX
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 817 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 10.1 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: Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%
- #20 Skygard Arena
83% matchMostly Positive80% of 113 reviews2025
Dev: Gemelli Games
Windows
Lead your squad of Champions to victory in this fantasy turn-based tactical skirmish game. Save the 5 factions of Skygard in the story mode missions or battle other players online. Customize your Champions to fit your strategy, capture objectives, pick up resources and strike with your spells!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.4%, Turn-Based 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%
- #21 Urtuk: The Desolation
81% matchVery Positive88% of 2,518 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Hex Grid 18.1% ★, Turn-Based 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
- #22 The Last Spell
79% matchVery Positive91% of 13,461 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #23 Tinyfolks
81% matchVery Positive93% of 1,088 reviews2022
Dev: Pierre VandermaesenPub: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.1%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Medieval 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, RPG 9.1%
- #24 MEMOLITH: Forsaken by Light
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 222 reviews2026
Dev: Black AnchorPub: Webzen
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG set in a medieval city overrun by horrific creatures, where only your wits and strategies can keep you alive. Plunge into The Dark Shroud to rescue survivors, inherit the memories of the fallen, and restore the shattered "Memolith" to reclaim the lost light.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.1%, Strategy RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Medieval 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%
- #25 Heroes of Steel RPG
82% 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 Tactics 18.6%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, Medieval 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
- #26 The Bell Echoes
78% matchVery Positive97% of 117 reviews2026
Dev: 七颗枚
Windows
The Bell Echoes is a story-driven tactical roguelite. Fight alongside a cast of distinctive companions as you venture deeper into the Corrupted Lands, defeat powerful foes, collect Echoes and memory fragments, and uncover the truth behind the characters and the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #27 Blackguards
82% matchMixed62% of 3,896 reviews2014
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37%, RPG 16.5%, Strategy 8.6%, Hex Grid 7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.9%
- #28 Kingsvein
77% matchVery Positive91% of 305 reviews2024
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Strategy RPG 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.4%, Medieval 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%
- #29 Alvora Tactics
79% matchVery Positive93% of 150 reviews2017
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22%, Turn-Based 16.9%, RPG 15.3%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Strategy 12.5%
- #30 Prophecy of Ashen
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 223 reviews2026
Dev: hhyuGame
Windows
Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Magic 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%
- #31 Fae Tactics
77% matchVery Positive85% of 1,731 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.4%, Turn-Based 16.9%, RPG 16.5%, Strategy 12.3%, Strategy RPG 7.5%
- #32 Vanaris Tactics - Prologue
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 57 reviews2022
Dev: Matheus ReisPub: Toge Productions
Windows
Play the Prologue chapter of Vanaris Tactics. Lead a group of refugees looking for freedom outside the walls of Vanaris, and experience the first three battles and story of Vanaris Tactics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.5%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Medieval 10.6%, RPG 8.5%
- #33 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
75% matchVery Positive81% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Lipsar Studio
Windows
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.2%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Strategy 11.4%, RPG 10.4%
- #34 Mercenaries Blaze
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 576 reviews2021
Dev: ESQUADRA,inc.Pub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
“Mercenaries Blaze”is the 5th fantasy tactical simulation RPG. Turn-based battles are carried out on an isometric map. Attack and defense results vary depending on the direction you face, distance and elevation, making gameplay challenging enough to satisfy the even pickiest strategy lovers.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.2%, Strategy RPG 16%, RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Medieval 8.8%
- #35 Deep Fringe
73% matchVery Positive94% of 82 reviews2026
Dev: Bosoneon StudioPub: Thousand Generation
Windows
Deep Fringe is a deep tactical RPG set in a biopunk post-apocalyptic wasteland. Lead powerful factions in turn-based brutal battles, leveraging the strategic use of an interactive environment. Modify or destroy terrain to achieve tactical supremacy. Craft legendary chapters with the level editor.
Why similar: Turn-Based 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Hex Grid 13.7% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.4%, Strategy RPG 11.1%
- #36 Clash II
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 110 reviews2024
Dev: Prime Bit Games SA
Windows
Clash II is a turn-based strategy game in a world steeped in ancient magic. Immerse yourself in its history and explore forgotten land full of magical creatures. Gather and train an army, expand your stronghold, upgrade your heroes! Lead one side of the conflict and decide the fate of the continent!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Medieval 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%
- #37 Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
71% matchVery Positive82% of 1,357 reviews2025
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Veil of the Witch is a roguelite strategy RPG with turn-based combat and branching progression. Set in the world of “Lost Eidolons,” build a nimble squad of five, pick your skills as you level, and adapt to each unique run. May the gods favor the bold and the wise.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.1%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Medieval 10.4%
- #38 Sword of Convallaria
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,708 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 66.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 35%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, RPG 11%, Strategy 9.2%
- #39 Godless Tactics
74% matchVery Positive95% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: Ice Arrow Games
Windows
Lead an elite strike team through the wars of a reborn civilisation, and decide the fate of humanity through your achievements and choices. Traverse a dynamic war-map, engage in fast, turn-based battles, and explore the world of 2952.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 44.4%, Strategy 30.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, 2D 4.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #40 Ash of Gods: Redemption
74% 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: Strategy RPG 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Medieval 11.8%, Turn-Based 11.8%
- #41 Shields of Loyalty
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 175 reviews2025
Dev: Mosaic Mask StudioPub: indie.io
Windows
A dark fantasy turn-based strategy game where unit synergy, positioning and map control wins. Combine your troops strategically and unlock devastating special abilities and combos. Three factions. Three commanders. Infinite tactical possibilities.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Medieval 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%
- #42 Bloodgrounds
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 580 reviews2026
Dev: Exordium GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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: Turn-Based Tactics 23.3%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%
- #43 Crowntakers
73% 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 23%, Hex Grid 17% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, RPG 8.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.2%
- #44 Those Who Rule
68% matchVery Positive90% of 1,053 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: Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Hex Grid 14% ★, Medieval 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%
- #45 Forgotten Mines
70% matchVery Positive80% of 328 reviews2024
Dev: Cannibal GoosePub: Ishtar Games
Windows
Wreak vengeance and retake lost mines from goblins, orcs, skeletons, and demons in this small-scale tactical roguelite RPG. Build the perfect expedition team and turn the underworld red with each challenging, fast-paced run.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%
- #46 Forged of Blood
73% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Strategy RPG 16%, RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Strategy 13.3%
- #47 Zoria: Age of Shattering
69% 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 30.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, RPG 12.9%, Strategy 10.1%
- #48 MENACE
65% matchVery Positive91% of 12,202 reviews2026
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 23.9 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: Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Turn-Based 18%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%
- #49 Paths & Danger
71% matchMixed66% of 79 reviews2022
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Embark on an enchanting journey to Paths & Danger, a masterfully crafted procedural turn-based RPG that seamlessly blends simplicity with tactical brilliance. Get ready to be captivated as you assemble a formidable fellowship, where the art of teamwork takes center stage.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Hex Grid 10.1% ★
- #50 End State
71% matchMixed63% of 137 reviews2022
Dev: Finger Squad
Windows
End State is a turn-based tactics game where you manage a mercenary company tracking down a terrorists in a war-torn country. Hire, gear up and gain experience for your mercenaries. Take on rebels and criminal gangs, do side contracts and explore Brekovia.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.4%, Turn-Based 18.5%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
- #51 Disciples: Domination
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 291 reviews2026
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows · Mac
Rule through the chaos! Fifteen years after Avyanna freed Nevendaar, Disciples: Domination returns you to a realm hanging in the balance. In this dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat, take your place on Queen Avyanna’s throne – holding together a crumbling kingdom.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
- #52 Crawl Tactics
68% 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 Tactics 20.6%, Turn-Based 20.4%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, RPG 8%
- #53 Radix Chronicle
66% matchVery Positive100% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Luna Flora
Windows · Mac · Linux
Radix is a tactical RPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. With dark themes but bright characters, this fantasy tale changes depending on how you fight! Your magic can even alter the land itself. Use your timing and skill, rather than your luck, to lead your party home safely each day!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 20.2%, Magic 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, RPG 9.7%
- #54 Stones Keeper
69% 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 17.5%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%
- #55 Of Gods and Men: The Daybreak Empire
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Dead Genre Studios
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired turn-based strategy. Conquer your way across a war-ravaged world to forge a new empire and impart an unprecedented era of peace!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Strategy 11.2%
- #56 Cyber Knights: Flashpoint
63% matchVery Positive94% of 2,977 reviews2025
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Cyberpunk mercenaries RPG! Turn-based squad tactics with unique heist-planning strategy. Build your crew wisely; their stories will become interwoven with your own. Pull off heists with powerful cyberware, faction connections, multiclassing, weapon modding, stealth, hacking, and more!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Turn-Based 20.1%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #57 Blightstone
65% 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 21.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Isometric 7.7%
- #58 Wulin Chess
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2024
Dev: LameCat StudioPub: East2west Games
Windows
Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 21.7%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, RPG 8.7%, Hand-drawn 8.1%
- #59 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
66% matchVery Positive85% of 1,366 reviews2022
Dev: Happinet
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The continent of Runersia is home to six major powers with more than 40 bases, 100 knights, and 50 types of monsters. Select a ruler, organize knights and monsters into troops, and conquer enemy bases!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Hex Grid 12.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Strategy RPG 9.1%