- #1 Sanctuary Saga
97% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Boomer's WorkshopPub: V Publishing
Windows
Protect your caravan and face the brutal Untamed Wilds in roguelite turn-based RPG Sanctuary Saga. Engage in row-based combat across multiple varied biomes and keep your group together using a dynamic relationship system.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16%, Strategy RPG 11.3%, Class-Based 11%, JRPG 10.8%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%
- #2 Hero Tactics
96% 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 25.4%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Party-Based RPG 12.6%, Female Protagonist 5.9%
- #3 Banbard
96% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Hoboayoyo
Windows
An RPG focused on character customization for combat, and having characters break their own fate to grow and build upon themselves. Customize your play style as you see fit, build relationships with your party and grow to overcome any challenge that comes your way.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.3%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Party-Based RPG 12.1%, JRPG 11.7%
- #4 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
95% matchVery Positive89% of 6,679 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 18.3%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Class-Based 11.5%, JRPG 10.5%
- #5 Years of Division
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cold Sap Games, LLC
Windows
Command a squad of loyal warriors and lead them to victory in turn-based tactical battles. Guide your team as they learn new skills and form bonds with one another, shaping their growth to suit your strategy. Fight back against a war of betrayal to discover the truth behind the Years of Division!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.6%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Party-Based RPG 9.6%, Class-Based 9.2%
- #6 RuneCipher
94% 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 20.9%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, JRPG 11.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10.7%
- #7 Burning Faith
93% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: ID Card
Windows
With its great production values, beautiful art, intense narrative drama and epic fantasy adventure, Burning Faith is a Tactical RPG in the classic style of Feda the Emblem of Justice and Shining Force, that will satisfy the itch of T-RPG and RPG fans alike.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.4%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Grid-Based Movement 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, JRPG 10.6%
- #8 Clowned King
92% 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: Tactical RPG 22.2%, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Party-Based RPG 13.3%, JRPG 11.9%
- #9 Grey Heritage: Noble Duty
91% matchPositive89% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Grey Heritage: Noble Duty is an anime Tactical RPG. Follow Jaden, as he travels across the land and learn what it means to love ones country. Learn the origin of the war that leads to Grey Heritage: Faded Vision. Fight enemies in tactical combat and manage your army in this JRPG inspired journey!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.1%, JRPG 12.5%, Grid-Based Movement 11.7%, Party-Based RPG 11.1%, Strategy RPG 10.5%
- #10 Dark Deity 3
91% 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 22.5%, Strategy RPG 19.5%, Class-Based 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Party-Based RPG 6.3%
- #11 Path of the Ory
90% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Starving Lama Games
Windows
A 32-bit adventure of fate, survival, and the rise of legends. Before the rise of the Belt, before the Maid of Venia, there was Kayla—a lone survivor of a brutal bandit raid, rescued by a mysterious warrior of the Ory. Now, Kayla must carve her own path.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, JRPG 14.6%, Female Protagonist 7.9%
- #12 La Pucelle: Ragnarok
89% 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 20.4%, Strategy RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, JRPG 12.3%, Grid-Based Movement 11.7%
- #13 Shearline
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hasteward
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG where time is terrain. Fast, slow, and unstable ground change movement, status, and combat advantage. Put each character on the ground they understand best, adapt as the battlefield shifts, and win the fight on your terms before the gradient turns against you.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.9%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Grid-Based Movement 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Class-Based 8.2%
- #14 Rise Eterna
89% matchMixed42% of 209 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 26.2%, JRPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Party-Based RPG 9.3%
- #15 Mythara Chronicles
87% matchNo user reviews2027
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: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Party-Based RPG 13.1%, JRPG 12.4%
- #16 Curse of Dominion
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lonevale
Windows
Lead captains in grid-based battles across a conquest map where every victory expands your territory and income. Invest in regions, upgrade gear, and build class paths and loyalty bonds in a campaign focused on strategy, growth, and momentum.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, JRPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Grid-Based Movement 7.8%
- #17 StrayDoll Conflict
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: オートリ電子
Windows
横視点のタクティクス。高所をとって有利に戦局をすすめよう。
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27%, Strategy RPG 19.7%, JRPG 18.9%, Party-Based RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #18 Shieldlinked
85% 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 26.3%, Strategy RPG 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Party-Based RPG 14.4%, Female Protagonist 6.3%
- #19 Twilight Memoria : Freedom
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TwilghtPub: YSY Softworks
Windows
Twilight Memoria: Freedom is a turn-based JRPG about two women from different worlds. Customize every character’s class and unleash devastating combos in a battle system where strategy meets emotion. Two lives. Two fates. One chance to break free.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.3%, Class-Based 14.2%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, JRPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%
- #20 Tactics of Scarlet
84% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Wolf of Scarlet
Windows
Tactics of Scarlet is a Japanese-Style Tactical RPG inspired by the classics from the GBA era. Cross swords through 3 campaigns with radically different gameplay as you discover multiple sides of the story.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Strategy RPG 23%, JRPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Multiple Endings 7.4%
- #21 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,566 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 34.2%, Strategy RPG 22%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, JRPG 7.4%, Party-Based RPG 4.2%
- #22 Eldgear
82% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: MCF Co.,Ltd.Pub: KEMCO
Windows
Live a grand adventure as an agent of Eldia to seal the ancient ruins!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 21.8%, Tactical RPG 17%, JRPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%
- #23 Velana Adventures: Chapter I
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Loreweaver Creativeworks
Windows
Velana Adventures: Chapter I is a short, retro-inspired Tactical JRPG adventure in the bright fantasy world of Velana.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, JRPG 12.8%, Party-Based RPG 8.2%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #24 Sacred Constellars: Ruin Raiders
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tempest Knight Studios
Windows
Play as the noble spellsword Manathir in an adventure of a lifetime with a discovery that might just change the world. Master tactical battles both large and small, take on unique boss encounters that push your tactical prowess. Explore a science-fantasy world while forging bonds with characters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Strategy RPG 19.5%, JRPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Medieval 5.4%
- #25 Etherland Tactics
80% 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 24.2%, Strategy RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, JRPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%
- #26 Castellan of Aurelwatch
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lionblade Software
Windows
Lead your heroes in tactical turn-based battles, explore a magical world, and build a thriving village hub.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.9%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Grid-Based Movement 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%
- #27 Final Hope: The Plot
81% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Djamp Games
Windows
Final Hope: The Plot is a turn-based Tactical RPG with a medieval theme. Create your hero and embark on the odyssey of Uthread, a young adventurer who was born predestined to change the history of his world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27%, Strategy RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Class-Based 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
- #28 War of Velana
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Loreweaver Creativeworks
Windows
War of Velana is a 16-bit Tactical JRPG where you play as a group of villagers that stumble upon curious events and try to prevent a new war from sparking in their homeland. Explore Alta, find new friends, and discover secrets as they chase after a mysterious elven woman with dark magic.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, JRPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%, Class-Based 7.3%
- #29 Gales of Nayeli
78% matchVery Positive88% of 98 reviews2025
Dev: Blindcoco Studios
Windows
Gales of Nayeli is a Grid-Based Strategy RPG featuring 40+ playable characters. Follow Nayeli as she travels across Iuven on her way to face the tyrant, Bloodlust. Along the way, she will meet victims of Bloodlust’s reign lead the last charge against a darkness that echoes across time and space.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23%, Strategy RPG 20.4%, Grid-Based Movement 9.7%, Class-Based 9.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.4%
- #30 Far Away From Home
78% 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 25.2%, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, JRPG 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 8.7%
- #31 Grey Heritage: Counter Gambit
77% 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: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, JRPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 13.6%
- #32 Soul Dier - Part 1
76% 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: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%, JRPG 11.6%
- #33 Telepath Tactics Liberated
77% matchVery Positive84% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Sinister DesignPub: indie.io
Windows
An SRPG fan's SRPG! Imagine Fire Emblem with destructible battlefields; the ability to place traps; the ability to shove enemies off cliffs, into lava, or into each other; and a built-in campaign creator.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Class-Based 12.6%, Grid-Based Movement 12.1%
- #34 Mossroot
76% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Fighty Boys Games
Windows
Mossroot is a party-based tactical-RPG Roguelike. Fight against a monstrous King! Climb the mountain, Increase your power, make dangerous bargains with unknown sources. Recruit allies to help fight against tyranny. Bring them to your Home, Build it to gain more power, and climb again!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.8%, Strategy RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Party-Based RPG 14%, Female Protagonist 7.7%
- #35 Story of Nararale
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NPCs
Windows
Story of Nararale is a 2.5D tactics turn based game with Quick Time Events (QTEs). Fight enemies with your own build and playstyle. Your hit chance depends on character stats and your skill in Quick Time Events.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Strategy RPG 16.9%, JRPG 13.6%, Class-Based 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%
- #36 Tales of Lyfael
74% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: AdamWeb.sk
Windows
Tales of Lyfael is an RPG game with turn-based combat and comedy elements connecting both fantasy and the real world. Choose your avatar, gather new companions, battle fierce enemies, craft mighty artefacts, learn new spells and most importantly... become the hero Lyfael needs!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.5%, JRPG 12.7%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Party-Based RPG 10.4%, Class-Based 10.3%
- #37 Warriors Heaven
74% 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 22.9%, Strategy RPG 16%, JRPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%
- #38 英雄エンブレム ~Hero Emblem~
75% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: neronsoft
Windows
Long ago, there was a war between the Aura Kingdom and the Empire. As a result, the Aura Kingdom was defeated and destroyed. The young son of King Aura lived in a remote area, hiding the truth. A dozen years later, he took action to revive the Aura Kingdom.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 25.4%, Tactical RPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Party-Based RPG 14.6%, JRPG 13.3%
- #39 Magellania
73% matchVery Positive84% of 418 reviews2021
Dev: Illunsoft
Windows
Defeat your enemies with the power of love, friendship, and violent military aggression in Magellania, a hardcore tactics-RPG set in outer space.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.1%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Party-Based RPG 13.7%, Class-Based 13.2%, JRPG 12.3%
- #40 Those Who Rule 2
73% 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 24.6%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, JRPG 9.7%, Party-Based RPG 8.1%
- #41 Spellpowder: Uprising
71% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Rogandir Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Witness the Uprising - a rebellion seeking to overthrow the noble rule - in this strategy RPG set in a steampunk fantasy world. Create your character, form a party of trusted companions, and bring justice to a world torn by conflict through tactical turn-based battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.8%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Party-Based RPG 12.7%, JRPG 11.4%
- #42 Luck & Tactics
72% 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 25.8%, Strategy RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.4%, Female Protagonist 7.1%
- #43 STARDUST: Wish of Witch
70% matchVery Positive82% of 768 reviews2026
Dev: Kniv Studio Co., Ltd.
Windows
STARDUST: Wish of Witch is a single-player SRPG beautifully crafted in pixel art. Follow the secret of the wish-granting star and join the adventure of the girl “Star” and the mage “Yu”.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.1%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, JRPG 13.1%, Party-Based RPG 12.2%
- #44 Crystal Horizons
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Whirlwind
Windows
Lead your band of sky pirates on a tactical adventure across the floating islands of Sazdemir! A Tactics RPG inspired by legends of old, with fresh new ideas. Build your crew from a variety of unique and technical classes, master Elemental Reactions on the field, and execute masterful strategies!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, JRPG 11.8%, Class-Based 9%
- #45 Kitty Tactics
73% matchPositive87% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: Ibe Denaux
Windows · Mac · Linux
A cute turn-based tactics game about growing stronger, making friends and conquering foes! Become a cat, expand your territory and reign supreme over your enemies through dynamic tactical combat!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Strategy RPG 17.6%, Class-Based 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%
- #46 The Land of Seidr
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nanbu Works
Windows
Lead the warriors of a doomed kingdom in this dark, tactical SRPG. All stats can be damaged by normal attacks, so even powerful units weaken over time. With scarce supplies and steadily deteriorating allies, you must make tough decisions to keep your squad alive—sometimes at great cost.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.8%, Strategy RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%, Female Protagonist 6.9%
- #47 Lords of Nysera
71% 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 23.6%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Class-Based 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%
- #48 Prelude Dark Pain
68% matchVery Positive81% of 397 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 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Class-Based 13.1%, JRPG 11.6%
- #49 Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
68% matchVery Positive82% of 1,383 reviews2025
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Tactical RPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, JRPG 13.6%, Grid-Based Movement 12.6%, Strategy RPG 12.5%
- #50 Dreamsend: Wintersong
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anthony Nguyen
Windows · Mac
Experience a new approach to turn-based tactical combat in this 2.5D cyberpunk fantasy Strategy RPG. Empower your roster with abilities and items inspired by genre classics and MOBAs. Face unforgiving battles and grand multiphase bossfights to shape the fate of Veichne, the land of eternal winters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Strategy RPG 17.6%, Grid-Based Movement 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, JRPG 11.5%
- #51 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,737 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: Strategy RPG 26.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.8%, JRPG 15.7%, Tactical RPG 9.3%, Grid-Based Movement 8.9%
- #52 Airship Armada
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Arcturus Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set sail on the Sea of Storms in this tactical roleplaying epic! Test your mettle as an airship admiral in tightly-paced missions where every decision counts. Outmaneuver rival fleets, forge alliances, and recover powerful lost artifacts... but beware of deadly mysteries lurking beneath the clouds.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 32.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.4%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, JRPG 6.9%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #53 Soul Nomad & the World Eaters
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 192 reviews2021
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
For the first time ever, Soul Nomad & the World Eaters is coming to Steam! With unique gameplay mechanics, memorable characters, and up-scaled artwork, this is a must-have for Strategy RPG fans and NIS fans alike!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.8%, Strategy RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Grid-Based Movement 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%
- #54 Runerock Arena
66% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Areena Games
Windows
Forge a lasting dynasty across a Gladiator League of Runerock in this turn-based strategy game with RPG aspects. Hire your team, outfit them with equipment and spells, then lead them into tactical combat. Guide careers from raw recruits to seasoned legends, training new successors for arena glory.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20%, Tactical RPG 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Grid-Based Movement 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%
- #55 The Legend of You
66% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: One Car Games
Windows
Shape a fantasy realm with your words. Choose your hero’s tale, recruit, train, and equip allies, and battle through turn-based encounters of your own design. Each victory writes your legend, each choice brings you closer to the ultimate treasure.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Class-Based 9.9%, Grid-Based Movement 8%
- #56 Hifu Bouenkyo
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ちゆうどうPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG set in Gensokyo. Renko and Merry are separated the moment they stumble into this strange land. Build a party from a wide Touhou cast, raise them freely through Reincarnation and added skills, and follow a story that branches into three routes.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.6%, Strategy RPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Grid-Based Movement 8.7%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #57 Dark Pact
66% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Crimson Gaze
Windows
Manipulate enemy positioning and use the environment to your advantage. Utilize clever combos to defeat overwhelming odds in this tactical turn-based strategy game with a focus on creativity rather than number crunching.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.1%, Strategy RPG 15%, Grid-Based Movement 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Female Protagonist 7.1%
- #58 Tactics Returners
67% 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 24.2%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, JRPG 14.1%, Party-Based RPG 11.5%
- #59 Crimson Standard
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: 赤旗寰宇记官方
Windows
Crimson Standard is a story-rich adventure RPG game, featuring turn-based combat and flexible character building. Follow the path of Wang Zi who accidentally traveled to an alternative China with magic, exploring the mysteries around the world, and eventually facing the hidden enemy of mankind!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, JRPG 14.9%, Grid-Based Movement 13.5%, Tactical RPG 9.5%