- #1 Veilfall: True Strength
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lurking Moose Games
Windows
A story-driven fantasy turn-based strategy rpg where players mix-and-match skills, carefully balance their equipment, and manage character deployment to minimize Fatigue.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 12.3%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%
- #2 Luck & Tactics
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostbyte Forge
Windows
A turn-based tactics RPG in a world where alchemy is a science. A great war has ended, its outcome decided by a stone of unmatched power. Lead five strangers from once-warring kingdoms across a vast world where position, a well-placed strike, and a measure of luck decide every battle.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.4%, Party-Based RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%
- #3 100th Bug Brigade
96% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: Aidan AndreasenPub: Varick Santana
Windows
100th Bug Brigade is an accessible, story-rich, tactical, team-based roleplaying game featuring very cute bugs in a very uncute time.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 16.9%, Tactical RPG 16.6%, Strategy RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%
- #4 Grey Heritage: Counter Gambit
94% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Grey Heritage: Counter Gambit is the grand finale to the tactical RPG trilogy. Command a massive cast of returning heroes in the series’ most strategic entry yet. Master evolved turn-based combat, guide your army through tactical challenges, and witness the conclusion to every character's story.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 16.7%, Tactical RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, JRPG 9.1%
- #5 Clowned King
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moonana
Windows
In a world made of glass, an exiled Prince becomes a clown to conceal his bloody past behind a mask of laughter. In this tactical JRPG inspired by Brazilian culture, play as the Clown Prince Matheus, as he tries to save his kingdom from his father, the mad King Marduk.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #6 Driftbane: The Long Awaited
93% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Pale Reef Games
Windows
A disgraced captain, a wanted murderer, a haunted nurse: three outcasts shipwrecked on shores that shouldn't exist, changed by powers they don't understand. Driftbane is a tactical RPG of grid combat, recruited beast-folk allies, and a creeping corruption killing two worlds.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.4%, Tactical RPG 16.7%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
- #7 Fernageddon
92% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
Do you like to burn things? We do! A combat turn-based RPG / strategy game. About burning down the world... New - Play in Heretic mode and fight a sandbox style fight against the forces of fire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.3%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%
- #8 Untamed Tactics
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 134 reviews2023
Dev: Grumpy Owl GamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac
Untamed Tactics is a Tactical RPG set in world of colorful animals. Relive the legend of Greycoat’s escape into the untamed Wilds in a tale of lost honor and finding a new home as you fight, talk, and think your way through this beautifully illustrated adventure!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Party-Based RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Strategy RPG 7.3%
- #9 The Rebellion
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Cagatay Urfali
Windows · Mac
Fuel a people’s uprising through fast turn-based tactical battles and hard choices; lead your heroes, stretch scarce resources, heed the crowd’s needs, plan each move with care, break the tyrant’s grip, and let hope rise again!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Tactical RPG 8.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
- #10 Tactics Returners
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Triple Tech Arts
Windows
Tactics Returners, inspired by the golden age of TRPGs, aims to combine modern gameplay mechanics and advanced 2D visuals. Join the struggle for freedom, face decisive tactical challenges against superior forces, and shape the fate of the Returners!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 13.9%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #11 Shieldwall Chronicles: Realm of Madness
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.Pub: V Publishing
Windows
Shieldwall Chronicles: Realm of Madness is a strategic turn-based tactics RPG. Forge legendary heroes as you venture through a corrupted land ruled by dark forces. Be warned: heroes don’t fare well in the North…
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.8%, Party-Based RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Strategy RPG 11.5%
- #12 RV Kingdom 0x0297
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OOO Moya Oborona
Windows
Save the world from the upcoming demon invasion or join the evil forces! Gather a party of gangsters and kick ass! Explore the world within three years and prepare for the great battle that will change the history forever!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%
- #13 Elsia War
88% matchPositive88% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: SRG工作室
Windows
Join the fight to end the never-ending struggle of the Elsia continent. In this classic SRPG, enhance your units' strength with limited resources and achieve victory. Your choices throughout the game will impact relationships, life and death, and the starting forces and plot progression.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.1%, Tactical RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Strategy RPG 11%, Lore-Rich 7.9%
- #14 Hero Tactics
87% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Goodberry Games
Windows · Mac
A love letter to oldschool tactics rpgs, assemble a motley band of heroes and fight through gauntlet of battles to save the land from evil.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.9%, Party-Based RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #15 Dreadloop
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 42traviss
Windows
Dreadloop is a turn-based RPG set in a dark-fantasy world, where life is bound by memories - etched in text, captured in paint and sculpted by hand - a gift turned curse, that must be broken. Gather a team, claim powerful gear and kill anyone in your way.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 14.6%, Tactical RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Strategy RPG 11.4%
- #16 Rise Eterna
86% matchMixed42% of 210 reviews2021
Dev: MakeePub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Follow the story of Lua and unveil the mysteries surrounding her origins in the tactical RPG, reminiscence of the 16-bit era Japanese strategy games. Recruit up to 14 characters with unique abilities and defeat your worst nightmare in epic fights.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Party-Based RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Strategy RPG 10.3%
- #17 Era of Darkness
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Karume
Windows
Era of Darkness is a dungeon exploration RPG that organizes parties to explore dungeons, collects loot and upgrades facilities and party.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Party-Based RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Tactical RPG 11%
- #18 Kingsvein
84% matchVery Positive92% of 317 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: Party-Based RPG 18.1%, Tactical RPG 16.7%, Strategy RPG 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%
- #19 Leman
84% matchVery Positive82% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
A bloodthirsty, high fantasy, turn-based combat, open-world RPG! Light on story, this game is about deadly tactical combat and developing a legendary adventuring party!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.8%, Party-Based RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Strategy RPG 11.4%
- #20 Dark Deity
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,115 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 14.2 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: Party-Based RPG 13.6%, Strategy RPG 12%, Tactical RPG 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%
- #21 RuneCipher
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rasmalai Studios
Windows
RuneCipher is a tactics RPG that combines turn-based strategy with active combat. Recruit unlikely allies, explore long-forgotten ruins, and uncover the secrets of an ancient magic to save your guild in this Strategy RPG inspired by genre classics.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%
- #22 Scathefire
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Polykin
Windows
Scathefire is a tactical RPG sandbox-with-a-story. Fight through a handcrafted narrative in the spirit of classic fantasy JRPGs, or step into a brutal sandbox campaign mode with permadeath where every choice matters.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 16.6%, Tactical RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 9%
- #23 Far Away From Home
82% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: Matthew Wong
Windows
Far Away From Home is a story-driven tactical RPG. Battle foes in turn-based combat, turn monstrous enemies into friends, customize your party with a variety of builds, and craft powerful gear to enhance your playstyle. Unfold the mystery of your lost party as you try to find a way home.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Party-Based RPG 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%
- #24 Noob - The Factionless
81% matchVery Positive82% of 1,126 reviews2023
Dev: BlackPixel StudioPub: Olydri Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 14.8%, Tactical RPG 13.7%, Strategy RPG 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%
- #25 Dark Deity 3
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
The Eternal Order is back! Build your army, customize your units, and conquer challenging tactical battles. Sinister death cults are spreading and now threaten all of Terrazael. You’ll have to move heaven and earth to win this war - will your army be up to the task?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.9%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Party-Based RPG 8.8%
- #26 Those Who Rule 2
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eldin Turulja
Windows
When a country cracks, those willing to act will decide its future. From a small militia to a force that shapes a nation, forge your squad, customize builds, and outmaneuver foes in challenging turn-based battles as you shape a gripping story of hope, betrayal, and the price of unity.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%
- #27 Grey Heritage: Faded Vision
79% matchVery Positive81% of 62 reviews2022
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Command a rebellion as Leon Beaumont, Exiled Prince of Astrea, against the king that betrayed him. Engage in a classic turn-based tactical RPG experience as you unravel untold secrets from the past. Recruit allies, manage inventory, and train your soldiers in this JRPG inspired journey!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.8%, Party-Based RPG 15.3%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #28 Vermilion Sea
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Michael Kiang
Windows
Tactical 2D turn-based combat. Upgrade your ship, train your crew, and manage your limited resources to fight the invading pirates... and perhaps an even greater threat from within.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.7%, Tactical RPG 15.9%, Party-Based RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%
- #29 Mercenary Brotherhood
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SC Strategy Games
Windows
A deep turn‑based tactics RPG featuring emergent stories, procedural world events, enemy factions, magical loot with drawbacks, and a fully simulated fantasy sandbox. Build your mercenary company, survive brutal battles, and uncover new content. Solo‑dev indie project with active development.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Strategy RPG 15%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
- #30 Shieldlinked
76% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Jebbester
Windows
In this turn-based tactical RPG, coordinate your attacks with close allies to overcome the enemy with the unique Link system. Win battles through clever planning, spare opponents to earn their equipment or recruit them to your cause, and resist those who sow division.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.3%, Party-Based RPG 19.4%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.2%
- #31 Ash of Gods: Redemption
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,476 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 14.5%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, Strategy RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.4%
- #32 Veilkeeper
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PocketLore Studios
Windows · Linux
A tactical RPG where your army shrinks the deeper you push. Lead fragile expeditions into unstable rifts, secure relay nodes to hold your connection, and build a shard that grows stronger with every return. Decide when to advance, when to retreat, and what you're willing to leave behind.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #33 Barry of Wrath
77% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Wolfs Moon Studios
Windows
A fantasy adventure that will take the players on a journey they wanted nothing to do with!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.7%, Tactical RPG 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, JRPG 10.3%
- #34 Mythara Chronicles
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wind Arthouse
Windows · Linux
Lead the charge in Mythara Chronicles, a tactical RPG set in a world of magic and conflict. Unite factions, explore a hand-painted isometric world, and engage in grid-based combat against demons and bosses. Your choices shape alliances, the region's fate, and your party's journey toward hope.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.9%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Lore-Rich 8.2%
- #35 Primus Numen
74% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: ACLH Studios
Windows
A turn-based, grid-based, tactical RPG where you combine classes and join together to unleash an evolving Nexus Beast.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.5%, Party-Based RPG 16%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%
- #36 Hired Blade
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Longsword Games
Windows
Hired Blade is a tactical turn based RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Become a warchief of your own mercenary band, recruit hired blades, take on contracts, fight bandits and monsters. Unwind in taverns to boost your squad's morale! Embrace the hard life of a true gritty sellsword!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.2%, Party-Based RPG 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Strategy RPG 10.1%
- #37 Prelude Dark Pain
71% matchVery Positive80% of 450 reviews2026
Dev: QUICKFIREGAMESPub: Firesquid
Windows
Prelude Dark Pain is a Tactical RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Assume the role of a local blacksmith named Soren, lead an uprising against the Order of the Ashen Crusade and save a world ravaged by war.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Strategy RPG 10.3%
- #38 The Hilarious Three Kingdoms 2
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 老K666 Studio
Windows
This is a traditional turn-based strategy game set in the era of the Three Kingdoms.Control different feudal lords, step onto the historical battlefield, experience the funny plot, strategize and unite the world!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.1%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%
- #39 Soul Dier - Part 1
72% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: GaweholdPub: Ponpoppocpok Software
Windows
Soul Dier is a story-driven turn-based tactical JRPG. Non-repetitive hand-crafted levels with vastly different themes. Challenging but fair gameplay with unique level mechanics. Simple progression system with 0 grinding. All animated cutscenes to explore a mysterious world with vivid characters.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.2%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%
- #40 Moons of True Magic
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Filthy Peasants
Windows
MOTM is a classic JRPG, heavy focused on story line, puzzle and combat.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%
- #41 Warriors Heaven
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MajinSweet Productions
Windows
Warriors Heaven is a turn based RPG with an arcade style game flow. Select your characters, buy their items, customize their weapons, and win as many battles as possible to get a high score. Various game modes and a deep, dynamic combat system allows for a well of player expression and replay value.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #42 Tyrant's Twilight
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Caio Ramaglio
Windows
Tyrant's Twilight is a Strategy RPG with an Action twist! Command allies across the battlefield in turn-based tactical gameplay, but be prepared to get your hands dirty as you slash, shoot, pierce and cast spells in real time action combat.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.8%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #43 Saldyr: Before the Crown Fell
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Saldyria
Windows
A 2D tactical RPG set in an empire on the brink. Lead your soldiers, exploit weapon matchups and break enemy morale. Eight chapters, solo or in co-op for two to three, with different endings shaped by the battles. Play in English, French or Italian.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.9%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%
- #44 Anchorite: Heritage Ascension
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Effort 2 Pixel
Windows
Reclaim your legacy in a story-rich dark fantasy RPG. Master deep turn-based combat, rebuild and manage your settlement, restore control over your lands, and shape their future alongside companions whose beliefs may clash with your own.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Tactical RPG 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.8%
- #45 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
70% matchVery Positive94% of 14,883 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.6 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 23.8%, Strategy RPG 11.5%, Party-Based RPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Lore-Rich 8%
- #46 Disciples: Domination
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 317 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 17.9%, Tactical RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%
- #47 A Path Untrodden
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: ANTertainment
Windows
A dark turn-based RPG in a world consumed by Mushroom Forest. Lead a group of survivors on a sacred journey to the White City, a land of promised salvation. Fight mutants, manage food, develop heroes, and make choices with lasting consequences. How much will you sacrifice to reach the White City?
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.3%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%
- #48 Adventure Awaits
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: MocaJet
Windows
Adventure Awaits bucks the current trend of endless stats & dialog by restoring the era of the 80s Ultimas when RPGs were simpler and more approachable. The story, quests, and all maps are procedurally generated to provide endless replayability. The free demo and paid full versions are identical.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.9%, Tactical RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 6%
- #49 The Stars are Right
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Funny Fish Studio
Windows
Overpower your enemies in the name of unrivaled power in this turn based, party-system, pvp rpg.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Strategy RPG 11%
- #50 The Doors to Netherwhere
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overhill Games
Windows · Mac
Foul foes approach. Prepare the villagers, organize your defenses, and decide whether to risk opening the Doors that have been sealed for generations. The Doors to Netherwhere is a rogue-like RPG inspired by classic JRPG set-pieces like the Esper Defense sequence from FFVI.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18.4%, Tactical RPG 12.4%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%
- #51 Dark Age Legends
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Winterdreams
Windows
The necromancer has brought the dark age to the world, and the realm's mightiest champions embark on a journey to defeat him and become legends. Build your team right, craft items, hone your skills, and bring an end to the dark age.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Tactical RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #52 Never's End
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hypersect
Windows
Master a deeply systemic battlefield where every force interacts. Move heat to create wind, shift humidity to change the weather, and compress the earth, turning rock into lava. Possess townsfolk, explore an open world, and fight back the ever-creeping Never in this turn-based tactical RPG.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.3%, Tactical RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #53 Grimshade
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 16%, Tactical RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Strategy RPG 9.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%
- #54 Etherland Tactics
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Icaro Games
Windows · Linux
A tactical RPG combining strategy, narrative, and extensive character and skill customization, set in a medieval fantasy world inspired by the giants of the genre.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.1%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #55 Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds
66% matchVery Positive86% of 348 reviews2024
Dev: Ocelot
Windows
On your maiden voyage with the Heroes Guild, your ship was capsized by an enigmatic maelstrom, stranding your party on Respite Island. Navigate your way through pirates, ferocious beasts, and shady alchemists as you unravel its mysteries.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.9%, Party-Based RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Strategy RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #56 Into the Evernight
66% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Basoosh
Windows
A retro-styled, tactical RPG with a heavy emphasis on player choice and branching story paths. Long ago, the sun went out and the world went dark. Now, the last remaining sources of light are starting to wane. How will you stop the spreading darkness? Or will you even be able to?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Party-Based RPG 16.3%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Strategy RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%
- #57 Tactics Quest: Erynari
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Taylor BrownPub: Argyle Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tactics Quest: Erynari is a story-rich, turn-based tactical RPG. Join a dysfunctional cast in what starts off as a lighthearted comedy, but slowly descends into a psychological horror.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.3%, Party-Based RPG 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.4%
- #58 Lords of Nysera
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anthony MullPub: Lazy Warlock Games
Windows
Lords of Nysera is a Tactical RPG inspired by games like Fire Emblem 4, Shining Force, Final Fantasy Tactics, and D&D. As the player, you will recruit beautifully rendered characters each with rich personalities, thoughtful story arcs and unique abilities to aid you in battle.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.2%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Lore-Rich 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%