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Games Like Fuga: Melodies of Steel

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, JRPG, Singleplayer, Strategy.

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Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an RPG where you place children, each with their own unique characteristics and skills, at different gun turrets in a tank to fight against the enemy.

Reviews: Very Positive — 94% — of 1,286 reviews
Released: 2021-07-28
Developer: CyberConnect2
Genres: RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 7.9 hrs
Mean playtime: 18.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 89%

Overview

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a uniquely emotional tactical RPG where you manage a crew of children inside a massive war machine, balancing desperate combat with heartfelt narrative choices. These recommendations focus on turn-based tactical combat, mech or vehicle-driven warfare, and deep strategic management. Whether you enjoy positioning units on a grid or experiencing dramatic, character-driven war stories, these titles capture the spirit of Fuga.

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  1. #1 Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2
    97% matchVery Positive97% of 388 reviews2023
    Dev: CyberConnect2
    Windows

    The sequel to the captivating tale of Fuga: Melodies of Steel has arrived! This turn-based RPG is back with a ramped up battle system for more strategy, as well as a brand new event system that gives you more thrilling choices to affect your experience!

    Why similar: Tanks 13.2% ★, Tactical RPG 10.9%, JRPG 10.5%, Turn-Based 10.4%, Strategy RPG 8.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Directly continues the emotional narrative and unique tank-based tactical combat of the original game.

  2. #2 Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 7,115 reviews2018
    Dev: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A Continent Engulfed in the Bitter Flames of War! Commander Claude Wallace and his childhood friends set out to fight in a desperate war, but bone-chilling blizzards, waves of imperial soldiers, and the godlike powers of the Valkyria stand between them and victory.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, War 10.8%, JRPG 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical turn-based combat with heavy wartime drama and vehicle management.

  3. #3 Super Robot Wars 30
    96% matchVery Positive86% of 6,515 reviews2021
    Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 55.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    30 years on, the battle for our world's future continues. Super Robot Wars is a tactical RPG that brings characters and robots from a variety of mecha anime together to battle their mutual foes.

    Why similar: JRPG 15.9%, Tactical RPG 14.5%, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Features tactical mecha combat and grid-based strategy heavily focused on powerful mechanical units.

  4. #4 FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake
    95% matchMostly Positive78% of 784 reviews2023
    Dev: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake is an immersive, tactical turn-based RPG, placing you in command of the awe-inspiring Wanzers – powerful military machines.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Tanks 17% ★, Strategy 13.8%, RPG 13.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers deep turn-based tactical gameplay where you customize and command heavy mechanical units in battle.

  5. #5 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
    94% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,786 reviews2022
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 22.2 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: Strategy RPG 22.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.9%, JRPG 17.5%, War 9.1%, Tactical RPG 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Delivers intense tactical turn-based battles driven by heavy narrative choices and character positioning.

  6. #6 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
    94% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,630 reviews2022
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.2%, Strategy RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based 9.2%, JRPG 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in tactical RPG combat, featuring deep grid-based strategy and a mature war story.

  7. #7 SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS
    93% matchVery Positive82% of 8,196 reviews2019
    Dev: TOM CREATEPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 51.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Beyond creation, four eras come together as one! Discover the latest entry in this iconic Tactical RPG series. Form your own team of SD Gundams and deploy for battle -- with units from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, SEED, 00, and Iron-Blooded Orphans!

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based 16.4%, JRPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Strategy RPG 12.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on commanding specialized mechs and managing rosters of units in turn-based strategy combat.

  8. #8 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
    92% matchVery Positive93% of 9,873 reviews2020
    Dev: Dandylion
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 16%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, JRPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides deep tactical combat with a heavy emphasis on squad management and synergies between unique characters.

  9. #9 Persona 5 Tactica
    91% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,214 reviews2023
    Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Join the Phantom Thieves as they lead an uprising of the heart! Assemble an all-star team of heroes in a brand-new story in this thrilling combat adventure set in Persona’s iconic universe.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.2%, JRPG 17.4%, Strategy RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Adapts familiar turn-based characters into a grid-based tactical RPG with stylish combat mechanics.

  10. #10 Digimon Survive
    91% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,741 reviews2022
    Dev: HYDE, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Digimon Survive presents a hybrid visual novel and tactical RPG set in a mysterious world filled with dangerous monsters and deadly battles that will test your ability to survive.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, JRPG 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends a dark, story-rich visual novel format with tactical grid-based battles involving youthful characters.

  11. #11 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 6,367 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 17.9%, Tactical RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Strategy RPG 11%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG featuring intricate turn-based strategy and deep squad customization.

  12. #12 The DioField Chronicle
    90% matchMixed51% of 803 reviews2022
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    A gritty and immersive story brought to life with the latest technology. Introducing "Real Time Tactical Battle" (RTTB), a new, deeply strategic, real-time battle system. The beginnings of a new Strategy RPG, crafted by a skilled and experienced development team.

    Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, Strategy RPG 27.6%, RPG 15%, Strategy 12.1%, Tactical RPG 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Presents a strategic combat system with real-time tactical elements centered around a specialized military unit.

  13. #13 Lost Eidolons
    89% matchMixed68% of 2,410 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: JRPG 13.9%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based 11.7%, War 11%, Strategy RPG 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG featuring gritty medieval warfare, leadership management, and strategic positioning.

  14. #14 Dark Deity
    88% 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: Strategy RPG 15.5%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, JRPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Channels classic tactical RPG vibes with turn-based grid combat and unique character growth mechanics.

  15. #15 Chained Echoes
    86% matchVery Positive89% of 8,193 reviews2022
    Dev: Umami Tiger (Matthias Linda)Pub: Deck13
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.5%, JRPG 27.7%, RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Story Rich 3%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredible turn-based RPG adventure featuring customizable mechs that shift the flow of combat.

  16. #16 Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars
    87% matchVery Positive80% of 1,442 reviews2021
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars is an RPG set in a world of swords and sorcery, told entirely through the medium of cards.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 31.7%, JRPG 24.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, RPG 9%, Strategy 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Presents a unique tabletop-inspired aesthetic with strategic turn-based combat and a charming, melancholic story.

  17. #17 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,665 reviews2024
    Dev: Rabbit & Bear StudiosPub: 505 Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.

    Why similar: JRPG 35.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based 9.5%, Fantasy 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A sprawling JRPG focused on recruiting and managing a massive army of distinct characters with unique roles.

  18. #18 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
    84% 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 28.8%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, JRPG 11.4%, RPG 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on squad-based tactical combat and large-scale strategic warfare reminiscent of classic classics.

  19. #19 Fairy Fencer F: Refrain Chord
    85% matchVery Positive81% of 133 reviews2023
    Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Idea Factory International
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Help Fang and the gang harness the power of song in this comedic tactical RPG romp.

    Why similar: JRPG 19.5%, Tactical RPG 18%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, RPG 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines vibrant JRPG storytelling with tactical turn-based positioning and party synergy.

  20. #20 Mercenaries Blaze
    84% matchMostly Positive76% of 580 reviews2021
    Dev: ESQUADRA,inc.Pub: Flyhigh Works
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 11.5 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 21.1%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, RPG 10.8%, JRPG 10.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward tactical RPG focusing on grid-based movement, class progression, and turn-based skirmishes.

  21. #21 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
    82% matchVery Positive85% of 1,411 reviews2022
    Dev: Happinet
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.0 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 Strategy 25.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Strategy RPG 14.9%, Strategy 13.1%, JRPG 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A grand-scale tactical strategy game focused on continent-wide conquest and organizing squads of fantasy troops.

  22. #22 SteamWorld Heist
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 6,250 reviews2016
    Dev: Image & Form Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts in SteamWorld Heist. This is turn-based strategy with a twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 45.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Strategy 13.2%, RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Involves strategic turn-based combat where positioning and manual aiming inside mechanical settings are crucial.

  23. #23 Tears of Avia
    83% matchMixed50% of 104 reviews2020
    Dev: CooCooSqueaky GamesPub: PQube
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Tears of Avia is a turn-based strategy and tactics RPG set in the beautiful world of Estera. As a Seeker, journey through war-torn environments and build your party to save the world from its horrible fate.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 21.2%, JRPG 17.5%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8%

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  24. #24 Wildermyth
    79% matchVery Positive95% of 18,287 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: Tactical RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Turn-Based 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Emotional 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Features turn-based tactical combat where characters age, form deep bonds, and face permanent consequences.

  25. #25 Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
    82% matchVery Positive86% of 392 reviews2016
    Dev: MokyuSoftPub: Culture Select
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    It's adorable! It's tactical! The doujin/indie SRPG - Moékuri! 151+ Cute Creatures to try, over a solid grid-based tactical system! Fight through 25 story stages with your own unique strategy!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 15.1%, Tactical RPG 15%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, JRPG 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A traditional grid-based tactical RPG with cute character designs and surprising depth in combat.

  26. #26 Zold:out
    80% matchMixed69% of 331 reviews2023
    Dev: C4cat Entertainment limited
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%

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    Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.9%, JRPG 15.5%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based RPG that emphasizes weapon positioning and strategic combat combinations.

  27. #27 Into the Breach
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 22,436 reviews2018
    Dev: Subset Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.7%, Turn-Based 22.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A tight, highly strategic turn-based game focused on mech positioning and protecting vulnerable assets from destruction.

  28. #28 SUPER ROBOT WARS Y
    77% matchVery Positive83% of 2,830 reviews2025
    Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 40.3 hrsMean: 70.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Super Robot Wars is a grid-based tactical combat RPG that brings units and pilots from a variety of anime together to battle their mutual foes. Rise, Unite, and Triumph!

    Why similar: JRPG 19.2%, Tactical RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%

  29. #29 Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3
    77% matchVery Positive90% of 237 reviews2025
    Dev: CyberConnect2
    Windows

    The dramatic RPG Fuga: Melodies of Steel series is now complete!

    Why similar: Tanks 13% ★, Tactical RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based 10.4%, JRPG 9.9%, Strategy RPG 8.9%

  30. #30 Banner of the Maid
    78% matchVery Positive86% of 8,363 reviews2019
    Dev: Azure Flame StudioPub: 2P Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Banner of the Maid is a tribute to the golden age of tactical RPGs. Set in an alternate French Revolution, you play as Pauline Bonaparte, commanding your army on smoke-filled battlefields and navigating the turbulent political salons of Paris to forge a heroic epic like no other.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, JRPG 12.4%, Strategy 10.1%

    Why You'll Like It: An alternate-history tactical RPG featuring detailed grid battles and unit management inspired by the French Revolution.

  31. #31 Mugen Souls
    81% matchMostly Positive70% of 292 reviews2015
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Ghostlight LTD
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Mugen Souls features a free-roaming battle map, turn-based combat, and massive amounts of customization and growth to maximize the fun players can have with the game.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 15.8%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, JRPG 15%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A quirky JRPG featuring turn-based combat and unique systemic mechanics for turning enemies into allies.

  32. #32 The Banner Saga
    78% matchVery Positive89% of 15,975 reviews2014
    Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.0 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: Turn-Based 22.9%, Tactical RPG 21.4%, Strategy RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, RPG 6.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A harsh tactical RPG where managing a traveling caravan of vulnerable people carries heavy emotional weight.

  33. #33 NITRO GEN OMEGA
    73% matchVery Positive85% of 456 reviews2026
    Dev: DESTINYbit
    Windows

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    Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.1%, Turn-Based 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%

  34. #34 Little Hearts
    75% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2022
    Dev: ゆーぎり
    Windows

    Turn-based strategy simulation RPG in a fantasy world of swords and sorcery, featuring light dot-drawing animation.

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  35. #35 BRIGANDINE ABYSS
    75% matchMostly Negative38% of 275 reviews2026
    Dev: AdglobePub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows

    Play as one of six factions to confront the Abyssloa Empire. Command your troops, develop your bases, and take control of the continent of Meltitea in this tactical strategy RPG!

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, Emotional 7.8%

  36. #36 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
    74% matchVery Positive95% of 5,940 reviews2017
    Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 16.0 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.

    Why similar: JRPG 35.8%, Turn-Based 22.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, RPG 9.3%, Anime 8.2%

  37. #37 TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE
    76% matchVery Positive81% of 188 reviews2019
    Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: AREA 34, Inc.
    Windows

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    Why similar: Tanks 17.6% ★, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%

  38. #38 TINY METAL
    76% matchMostly Positive71% of 290 reviews2017
    Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. / UNTIES
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Craft unique strategies and outmaneuver your foes in TINY METAL, a turn-based Japanese wargame! With new tactical options, you will command over 16 tactically diverse units, flank, assault, deploy heroes from orbital dropships, and focus the firepower of multiple units to even out otherwise disastrous odds.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 24%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, War 14.1%

  39. #39 Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 4,825 reviews2024
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.

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  40. #40 Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs
    74% matchMostly Positive80% of 581 reviews2017
    Dev: Pixelated Milk
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Regalia: Of Men And Monarchs is a tactical RPG set in a cheerful fantasy world full of weirdness and wonder. Assemble your party, go adventuring, manage your kingdom, make new friends, and defeat your opponents in challenging turn-based combat.

    Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.2%

  41. #41 STRANGER SAGA -Stranger Bach and Iskiyeld's Ambition-
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 229 reviews2025
    Dev: Retro Game Balance & Mechanics -レトロゲームの手応えとバランスを追求するデザイン工房-
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    "STRANGER SAGA" is a turn-based SRPG where you lead a resistance army against a mighty enemy force. Raise citizens into elite warriors and conquer challenging strategy battles!

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  42. #42 Magellania
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 428 reviews2021
    Dev: Illunsoft
    Windows

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  43. #43 Disgaea 4 Complete+
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 895 reviews2020
    Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The ultimate Disgaea has arrived to Steam! HL-raising action and a horde of special features await you in this tale of fiery revolution.

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  44. #44 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
    72% matchMixed69% of 136 reviews2022
    Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a turn-based, tactical RPG featuring strategic battles, intriguing puzzles and exciting quests. Customize your heroes’ unique, class-based attacks and abilities to defeat Father Eldritch's oppressive armies throughout dozens of unique, hand-crafted maps!

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  45. #45 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 6,876 reviews2025
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Featuring fully voiced dialogue, beautifully enhanced graphics, and countless gameplay improvements, the genre-defining tactical RPG makes its long-awaited return.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.7%, JRPG 12.8%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%

  46. #46 MENACE
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 13,728 reviews2026
    Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 26.3 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 17.1%, Tactical RPG 14.6%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%

  47. #47 Chaos Front
    69% matchMixed62% of 266 reviews2026
    Dev: Han ZhiyuPub: ChaosGalaxyStudio
    Windows

    A turn-based space mecha mercenary game. You can recruit pilots and captains with varying stories and skills, buy and modify spaceships, mecha, artillery, and fighters, take missions, participate in battles between Galactic Powers, change the situations, and experience different stories.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 18.8%, Tactical RPG 18%, Strategy RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%

  48. #48 Reverse Collapse: Code Name Bakery
    68% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,213 reviews2024
    Dev: Shanghai Sunborn Network Technology Co., Ltd.Pub: XD
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Experience the newest tactical RPG from the creators of Girls’ Frontline. Some 30 years in the future, AU agent Mendo and the mysterious girl Jefuty find themselves in gruesome battles against armed URNC forces…

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21%, Strategy RPG 18.3%, Strategy 6.9%, Anime 6.7%

  49. #49 Rise Eterna
    73% 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 20.7%, JRPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Strategy RPG 11.1%

  50. #50 Demonschool
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 1,080 reviews2025
    Dev: Necrosoft GamesPub: Ysbryd Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Demonschool is a new-style tactics RPG where motion equals action. Defeat big weirdos in between the human and demon worlds as Faye and her misfit companions, while navigating university life on a mysterious island.

    Why similar: JRPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Emotional 11.7%

  51. #51 Vanaris Tactics
    70% matchMostly Positive72% of 174 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: Tactical RPG 20.5%, Strategy RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, War 8.7%

  52. #52 Fantasy Maiden Wars - DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER -
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 632 reviews2025
    Dev: さんぼん堂Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
    Windows

    Command a legion of more than 70 beloved Touhou Project heroines on an expansive quest to uncover the cause of mysterious incidents blossoming throughout Gensokyo. Deploy units on grid-based maps to battle monsters with flashy Spell Cards, and conquer each stage with strategic mastery.

    Why similar: JRPG 19.4%, Tactical RPG 18.7%, Strategy RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, RPG 7.9%

  53. #53 Rime Berta
    73% matchMixed65% of 142 reviews2014
    Dev: NEXT-SOFT+Pub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Command an army of puppets in this Japanese SRPG as you hunt for a relic said to grant any wish. Livia's village is dying, and all that can help them is an ancient relic situated somewhere within a mystical tower.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 16%, Tactical RPG 15.3%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, JRPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%

  54. #54 War of the Human Tanks
    71% matchVery Positive86% of 543 reviews2014
    Dev: Yakiniku BanzaiPub: Fruitbat Factory
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    War of the Human Tanks is a story driven strategy game with a gameplay reminiscent of Battleship and Chess, featuring a story of war, loyalty, sacrifice and human shaped tanks.

    Why similar: Tanks 38.4% ★, War 20.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Strategy 8%, Anime 7.4%

  55. #55 FRONT MISSION 2: Remake
    69% matchMixed58% of 367 reviews2024
    Dev: Storm Trident S.A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    FRONT MISSION 2: Remake preserves the mature story, strategic turn-based combat, and Wanzer customization options of the original.

    Why similar: Tanks 29.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, War 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Strategy 8.9%

  56. #56 Anomaly Collapse
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 638 reviews2024
    Dev: RocketPunch Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Command a squad of adorably fierce warriors in Anomaly Collapse, a turn-based Roguelite strategy game that offers a fresh twist to an old formula! Face off against otherworldly beings and uncover the dark secrets of supernatural calamities. Immerse yourself in a story where every move counts!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 29.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, Strategy 6.3%

  57. #57 Cross Tails
    69% matchMixed68% of 73 reviews2023
    Dev: Rideon,Inc.Pub: KEMCO
    Windows

    What will the tails witness after a crossing tale? A tactical RPG that portrays a fantasy story of a war between the canine and the feline tribes playable from both points of view.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.8%, JRPG 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Simulation 8.2%

  58. #58 Himeko Sutori
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 246 reviews2021
    Dev: Rockwell Studios, LLC
    Windows

    Himeko Sutori is a tactical, turn-based RPG that combines intimate character development with epic battles featuring hundreds of unique characters. With the included campaign editor, you can make new worlds and new adventures, making Himeko Sutori your story.

    Why similar: JRPG 15.8%, Turn-Based 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%

  59. #59 La Pucelle: Ragnarok
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows

    For the first time in the West you can experience La Pucelle: Ragnarok, now loaded with lots of extra content including new scenarios, new recruits, and DLC characters! It even has new voices, new music, and quick travel, dood!

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.1%, JRPG 13.8%, Strategy RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%

  60. #60 Untamed Tactics
    68% 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 25.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Strategy RPG 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%

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