- #1 Geneforge 2 - Infestation
97% matchVery Positive98% of 173 reviews2024
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Wildly open-ended adventure in a unique fantasy world. Use battle or diplomacy and trickery to change the world, served by an army of custom-made mutant monsters. Almost 90 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Enormous range of abilities, factions, quests, and paths to victory.
Why similar: CRPG 23.9%, Party-Based RPG 21.1%, Dungeon Crawler 14.2%, Isometric 10.1%, RPG 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: This is the modern, overhauled sequel to the Geneforge series, offering the same creature-creation mechanics and faction-based storytelling.
- #2 The Age of Decadence
96% matchVery Positive82% of 3,941 reviews2015
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic, post-apocalyptic fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees.
Why similar: CRPG 28%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Isometric 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: Like Geneforge, this game emphasizes extreme player agency and faction-based choices where your decisions fundamentally alter the world.
- #3 Colony Ship: A Post-Earth Role Playing Game
96% matchVery Positive88% of 3,873 reviews2023
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Colony Ship is a turn-based, party-based role-playing game set aboard a generation ship launched to Proxima Centauri. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and branching dialogue trees.
Why similar: CRPG 24.2%, Turn-Based 21.3%, Party-Based RPG 19.5%, Isometric 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team as The Age of Decadence, it offers a deep, tactical, and choice-heavy isometric CRPG experience.
- #4 UnderRail
95% matchVery Positive86% of 7,028 reviews2015
Dev: Stygian Software
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 39.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.
Why similar: CRPG 29.6%, Turn-Based 25.2%, Isometric 18.1%, RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, challenging isometric CRPG that focuses on tactical turn-based combat and complex character builds.
- #5 Caves of Qud
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,086 reviews2024
Dev: Freehold GamesPub: Kitfox Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Inhabit a deeply-simulated science fantasy world and chisel through layers of thousand-year-old civilizations. Build a character from over a hundred mutations and cybernetics. The award-winning sandbox roguelike & RPG full of robots, deep lore, and sentient plants.
Why similar: Turn-Based 40.6%, CRPG 29.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, RPG 7%, Story Rich 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a mutation-based progression system and an open-world structure that mirrors the experimental nature of the Geneforge series.
- #6 Tyranny
94% matchVery Positive87% of 13,114 reviews2016
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.
Why similar: CRPG 35.6%, Isometric 18.5%, RPG 16.7%, Party-Based RPG 9.2%, Story Rich 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on faction politics and the consequences of your choices in a world where evil has already won.
- #7 Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura
93% matchVery Positive89% of 1,916 reviews2016
Dev: Troika GamesPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Imagine a place of wonder, where magick and technology coexist in an uneasy balance, and an adventurer might just as easily wield a flintlock pistol as a flaming sword. Welcome to the land of Arcanum.
Why similar: CRPG 35.4%, Isometric 20%, RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based 10%, Story Rich 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic isometric CRPG that offers unparalleled freedom in character building and world interaction.
- #8 Avernum: Escape From the Pit
92% matchVery Positive91% of 1,292 reviews2012
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Avernum is a land underground, a subterranean nation full of rogues, misfits, and brigands, struggling for survival in the monster-infested darkness. Hunt for glory, treasure, and justice in the underworld. Fight for survival, freedom, and even vengeance in the epic indie cult-classic.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based 17%, CRPG 16.2%, Isometric 13.4%, RPG 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Another classic Spiderweb Software title that shares the same engine, UI, and exploration-focused design as Geneforge.
- #9 Queen's Wish: The Conqueror
91% matchVery Positive83% of 365 reviews2019
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
At last, the Queen has given you power and freedom! The cost? You must rebuild her Empire. Will you? In this epic, indie fantasy adventure, you are free to explore, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose. Escape into an unpredictable open-ended story and cunning tactical combat.
Why similar: CRPG 19.5%, Turn-Based 18.7%, Party-Based RPG 11.7%, RPG 11.3%, Isometric 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A unique title from Spiderweb Software that blends traditional RPG elements with kingdom management and diplomatic choices.
- #10 Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
90% matchVery Positive89% of 6,474 reviews2014
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.7%, CRPG 19.3%, Isometric 14.1%, RPG 12.8%, Strategy 5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a tight, tactical, and story-rich isometric experience with meaningful party interactions.
- #11 Avadon: The Black Fortress
91% matchVery Positive81% of 615 reviews2011
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Avadon: The Black Fortress is an epic, Indie fantasy role-playing saga. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law. Use your power to crush a growing rebellion! (Or join it.)
Why similar: Turn-Based 17.5%, CRPG 16.6%, Party-Based RPG 14.4%, Isometric 14.1%, RPG 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A story-driven RPG from Spiderweb Software that emphasizes faction loyalty and tactical combat.
- #12 Wasteland 3
89% matchVery Positive85% of 21,899 reviews2020
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Following the critically acclaimed 2014 Game of the Year winner Wasteland 2, the RPG series that pioneered the post-apocalyptic genre in video games returns with Wasteland 3.
Why similar: CRPG 27.9%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Party-Based RPG 18.9%, Isometric 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A squad-based tactical RPG that emphasizes faction management and difficult moral choices in a post-apocalyptic setting.
- #13 Lords of Xulima
89% matchVery Positive81% of 1,252 reviews2014
Dev: Numantian Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lords of Xulima is a challenging Role-playing game set on the mythical continent of Xulima, where Gods and humans once walked side by side. Experience a genuine RPG featuring over 100 hours of gameplay, and discover one of the most epic sagas ever told.
Why similar: Turn-Based 43.1%, RPG 16.9%, CRPG 12.5%, Party-Based RPG 9.1%, Isometric 8%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging, party-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and strategic turn-based combat.
- #14 Baldur's Gate 3
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 832,276 reviews2023
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 77.6 hrsMean: 130.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Why similar: CRPG 40%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, RPG 16.5%, Story Rich 8.7%, Fantasy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: The modern pinnacle of party-based CRPGs, offering immense freedom in how you approach quests and combat.
- #15 Siralim Ultimate
87% matchVery Positive93% of 2,420 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 35.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.5%, Isometric 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Turn-Based 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features an incredibly deep creature-collection and customization system that appeals to fans of Geneforge's mutant-creation mechanics.
- #16 Torment: Tides of Numenera
88% matchMostly Positive70% of 4,341 reviews2017
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Torment: Tides of Numenera is the thematic successor to Planescape: Torment, one of the most critically acclaimed role-playing games of all time. Immerse yourself in a single-player, isometric, story-driven RPG set in Monte Cook’s Numenera universe. What does one life matter? Find your answer.
Why similar: CRPG 28.1%, Isometric 18.2%, RPG 15%, Turn-Based 10.4%, Party-Based RPG 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on narrative depth, philosophical choices, and unique character abilities rather than traditional combat.
- #17 Geneforge 1
86% matchVery Positive93% of 393 reviews2001
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Geneforge is an Indie fantasy role-playing game, the first game in the five-part Geneforge Saga. It features an enormous world, the ability to create your own army of lethal, totally obedient creatures, and a cunning enemy AI with foes who can go on patrols, stalk you, and run for help. Geneforge has a huge and open storyline.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.2%, Isometric 19.8%, RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, CRPG 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: The original 2001 release, recommended for those interested in the historical roots of the series' mechanics.
- #18 Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,721 reviews2021
Dev: Dark Crystal GamesPub: Prime Matter
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.
Why similar: CRPG 37.2%, Turn-Based 14.4%, Isometric 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, RPG 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: An isometric CRPG that features a strong faction system and a focus on player-driven problem solving.
- #19 Eschalon: Book I
85% matchVery Positive86% of 410 reviews2009
Dev: Basilisk Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Eschalon: Book I is an old-school role-playing game that will take you across massive outdoor environments and deep into dozens of sprawling dungeons as you seek to uncover the mystery of who you are. It features a tile-built, turn-based game world where the result of absolutely every action is rolled, calculated or statistically...
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.9%, Isometric 22.3%, RPG 20.2%, CRPG 14.3%, Fantasy 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic indie isometric RPG that focuses on exploration, character skills, and a traditional fantasy narrative.
- #20 Wizardry 8
84% matchVery Positive90% of 1,186 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-Tech CanadaPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 36 minMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
A New Wizardry for a New GenerationThe universe is in the throes of violent upheaval and change. Vast and mysterious forces are preparing for the final confrontation. A small group of heroes from distant lands must plunge into the heart of the maelstrom, to uncover long-forgotten secrets, and bring about a new era.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.4%, Dungeon Crawler 16.8%, CRPG 16.1%, Turn-Based 13.1%, RPG 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic party-based dungeon crawler that offers deep character building and tactical combat in a 3D environment.
- #21 Jagged Alliance 3
81% matchVery Positive89% of 14,231 reviews2023
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.7%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Strategy 15.6%, Isometric 14.1%
Why You'll Like It: While more tactical, it offers the same squad-based management and strategic depth found in the Geneforge series.
- #22 Archaelund
82% matchVery Positive84% of 389 reviews2024
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows
Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22.7%, Turn-Based 18.4%, CRPG 17.7%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Grid-Based Movement 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world, party-based RPG that captures the spirit of classic isometric exploration and tactical combat.
- #23 Geneforge 5: Overthrow
83% matchVery Positive93% of 121 reviews2008
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Geneforge 5: Overthrow is an Indie fantasy role-playing adventure, the final chapter of the epic Geneforge Saga. Return to the world of the Shapers one final time. Explore a vast, war-torn world, create and mold your own army of strange, powerful monsters, and choose a side to help lead to final victory.
Why similar: RPG 35.6%, Isometric 24.9%, Turn-Based Combat 18.6%, Strategy 17.7%, Indie 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: The final chapter of the original Geneforge saga, providing a satisfying conclusion to the faction conflicts.
- #24 Expeditions: Rome
80% matchVery Positive88% of 6,478 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Why similar: CRPG 29.7%, Party-Based RPG 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, RPG 8.7%, Strategy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical turn-based combat with faction-based narrative choices in a historical setting.
- #25 Black Geyser: Couriers of Darkness
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 991 reviews2022
Dev: GrapeOcean TechnologiesPub: V Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Black Geyser is an isometric, party-based fantasy RPG inspired by genre classics. Recruit characters with unique personalities and explore a land ravaged by civil war and a mysterious curse of greed. Your choices, good or evil, will decide the fate of the Kingdom of Isilmerald.
Why similar: CRPG 32.9%, Party-Based RPG 26.9%, Isometric 16.4%, RPG 7.8%, Old School 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based, isometric CRPG that emphasizes tactical combat and a reactive, choice-driven world.
- #26 Geneforge 3
82% matchVery Positive86% of 57 reviews2005
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Geneforge 3 is an Indie fantasy role-playing adventure, the third chapter of the Geneforge Saga. In this fantasy adventure, you can explore strange, hostile lands, choose which side you will fight for, and, as always, make your own horde of completely obedient mutant monsters. Geneforge 3 has a huge and open storyline.
Why similar: RPG 36.5%, Isometric 24.5%, Strategy 18.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, Indie 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that continues the story of the Shapers and the ethics of creation magic.
- #27 Avernum 2: Crystal Souls
79% matchVery Positive90% of 323 reviews2015
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Huge indie fantasy role-playing adventure in a massive, underground land. Packed with over 100 towns and dungeons and an epic story. Fight to complete up to three distinct game-winning quests. Master over 60 spells and abilities. Hunt for hundreds of magical artifacts. Over 50 hours of gameplay.
Why similar: CRPG 22.8%, Turn-Based 15.6%, Party-Based RPG 14.2%, Isometric 13.3%, RPG 9.9%
- #28 Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor
78% matchVery Positive90% of 104 reviews2022
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
You are in a barbarian land. They are trying to kill you. The Queen demands you tame them. So what now? Escape into an exciting, open-ended story and cunning tactical combat. Epic, indie fantasy adventure. Freely explore a huge world, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose.
Why similar: CRPG 23.5%, Party-Based RPG 20%, Dungeon Crawler 13.7%, Isometric 9.7%, RPG 6.5%
- #29 Avadon 3: The Warborn
79% matchVery Positive91% of 128 reviews2016
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Huge, old-school, indie fantasy role-playing adventure. Features an epic story and tactical, turn-based combat. Explore cunning dungeons, hunt for 100s of magical artifacts, and use dozens of magical abilities. Many different endings. Will you save your people or betray them? It's up to you.
Why similar: CRPG 21.4%, Isometric 14.6%, Party-Based RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based 11.5%, RPG 10.9%
- #30 Avernum 3: Ruined World
77% matchVery Positive84% of 329 reviews2018
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Wander free through this epic, indie fantasy adventure. Explore a huge world that evolves as time passes. Towns fight battles. Refugees flee. Disasters happen. Features cunning adventures, great depth, and unlimited freedom. Be a merchant or bounty hunter, buy a home, save the world!
Why similar: CRPG 25.5%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, Isometric 13.7%, RPG 12.1%, Strategy 7.9%
- #31 Geneforge 2
78% matchVery Positive88% of 83 reviews2003
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Geneforge 2 is an Indie fantasy role-playing adventure with a science fiction twist. Explore a huge world, choose which side you will fight for, and make your own horde of completely obedient mutant monsters. Geneforge 2 has a huge and open storyline. You can join with any of several factions and reach dozens of different endings.
Why similar: RPG 27.9%, Turn-Based 23.2%, Isometric 20.3%, Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%
- #32 Tales of Maj'Eyal
76% matchVery Positive95% of 7,237 reviews2013
Dev: Netcore Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.
Why similar: Turn-Based 49.3%, Dungeon Crawler 35.4%, RPG 10%, Fantasy 2.3%, 2D 1.6%
- #33 Avernum 4: Greed and Glory
72% matchVery Positive95% of 173 reviews2025
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
The cult-classic saga is back! Battle for fame, power, and wealth in the subterranean nation of Avernum. Conquer an enormous underworld in this epic turn-based fantasy RPG. Features huge, clever dungeons, varied and cunning foes, 100s of artifacts to find or craft, and a really cool story.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.5%, CRPG 18.7%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, RPG 11.2%, Isometric 6.9%
- #34 Balrum
76% matchMostly Positive80% of 781 reviews2016
Dev: Balcony Softworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Balrum is an old-school, turn-based, open world RPG with deep tactical combat. Explore a huge living fantasy world with dozens of side quests next to an epic main quest. Grow your own crops, build your home, and craft your own custom items.
Why similar: CRPG 26.1%, Turn-Based 20.4%, Isometric 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, RPG 6.7%
- #35 Siralim 3
74% matchVery Positive95% of 988 reviews2018
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Siralim 3 is a mechanically deep, monster taming RPG. Summon and customize over 700 different creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through randomly generated dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to craft new items, empower your creatures, learn new spells, and much more.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.7%, Party-Based RPG 17.6%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Isometric 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%
- #36 AntharioN
77% matchMixed69% of 190 reviews2015
Dev: Orphic Software
Windows · Mac
Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.2%, CRPG 19.1%, Party-Based RPG 14.4%, Dungeon Crawler 11.9%, RPG 9.5%
- #37 Zoria: Age of Shattering
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 608 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: CRPG 18.7%, Turn-Based 16.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.3%, Dungeon Crawler 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%
- #38 Low Magic Age
74% matchVery Positive89% of 3,411 reviews2017
Dev: Low Magic Studios
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.8%, Party-Based RPG 18.5%, CRPG 17.4%, Dungeon Crawler 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%
- #39 The Quest
75% matchVery Positive86% of 531 reviews2016
Dev: Redshift Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The Quest is a beautifully hand-drawn open world role playing game with old school grid-based movement, turn based combat and intricate quests. Explore a huge world, full of challenging mysteries and dangerous monsters!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 30.5%, Grid-Based Movement 18.5%, Turn-Based 15.9%, RPG 14.6%, CRPG 10.2%
- #40 Avadon 2: The Corruption
75% matchVery Positive81% of 207 reviews2013
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Avadon 2: The Corruption is a huge, indie fantasy role-playing adventure, the second chapter in the epic Avadon trilogy. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Isometric 14.1%, CRPG 12%, RPG 11.2%
- #41 Siralim 2
73% matchVery Positive92% of 450 reviews2016
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.7%, Dungeon Crawler 22.2%, Party-Based RPG 20.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, RPG 8.1%
- #42 Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 726 reviews2025
Dev: AtomTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Swordhaven is a party‑based low‑magic fantasy cRPG with a deep character creation system, rich storytelling, and seamless turn‑based/RTwP combat. Explore Nova Drakonia, uncover ancient secrets, meet hundreds of NPCs with unique quests, and shape the fate of the world through your choices.
Why similar: CRPG 30%, Party-Based RPG 22.9%, Isometric 15%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, RPG 5.8%
- #43 Endless RPG - Untold Tales
69% matchVery Positive99% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: Kezarus
Windows
Craft a party of diverse characters, each with customizable skills and looks. Explore a living world with dynamic day-night cycles, changing seasons, and diverse biomes. Embark on an epic journey where you shape your destiny as the director of your unique story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.4%, Party-Based RPG 22.8%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%
- #44 Exiled Kingdoms
72% matchVery Positive90% of 1,099 reviews2018
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.9%, RPG 26%, Isometric 21.7%, Adventure 6.5%, Fantasy 6.5%
- #45 Wizardry 7: Crusaders of the Dark Savant
73% matchVery Positive82% of 271 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-TechPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 26%
For the First TimeOutdoor CampaignsFull Soundtrack and EffectsTrue Point & Click Mouse InterfaceAuto-MappingUnprecedented Depth of StoryBegin your adventure in Crusaders of the Dark Savant. Import your characters from Bane of the Cosmic Forge or create a new party capable of surviving the rigors of a strange alien world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.7%, Party-Based RPG 17.5%, Dungeon Crawler 17.4%, CRPG 11.8%, RPG 11.5%
- #46 Infinite Adventures®
71% matchVery Positive90% of 135 reviews2018
Dev: Stormseeker Games
Windows
Infinite Adventures® is a turn-based, first-person dungeon crawler with deep party customization, strategic combat, and a fully voiced story. Inspired by classic RPGs for a nostalgic yet modern gameplay experience. Assemble your party and explore the Labyrinth to discover the truths of your past.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.6%, Dungeon Crawler 18.9%, Turn-Based 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Grid-Based Movement 9.2%
- #47 Dungeonmans
71% matchVery Positive91% of 1,211 reviews2014
Dev: Adventurepro Games LLC
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Crush monsters and get loots in the classic turn-based style of deep dungeons and high adventure! Grow the Dungeonmans Academy, a bastion of learning that expands as you play. Serious gameplay with a light-hearted atmosphere, combining the feel of history's great RPGs and dice-slinging adventures around the tabletop.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.6%, Grid-Based Movement 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 13.6%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy 6.6%
- #48 Wasteland 2: Director's Cut
71% matchVery Positive83% of 8,092 reviews2014
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 22.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
From the producer of the original Fallout comes Wasteland 2. With over 80 hours of gameplay, deck out your Ranger squad with devastating weaponry, test the limits of your strategy skills, and bring justice to the Wasteland! The choices are yours…but so are the consequences.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.1%, CRPG 21.3%, RPG 13.8%, Isometric 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
- #49 ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery)
70% matchVery Positive84% of 1,595 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Biskup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
ADOM (Ancient Domains Of Mystery) is one of the most successful roguelike games ever created, boasting a brilliant mix of story, RPG, exploration, and intensely strategic & flexible combat. The Steam version adds various features like achievements, difficulty level customization & play modes.
Why similar: CRPG 35.6%, Turn-Based 25.1%, Dungeon Crawler 19%, Grid-Based Movement 5.4%, RPG 4.5%
- #50 Fabled Lands
69% matchVery Positive81% of 528 reviews2022
Dev: Prime Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Fabled Lands is a challenging old-school narrative RPG set in an open world. Complete quests, fight, trade goods and develop your character. Explore a vast land of adventure: travel across the war-torn kingdom, survive the plains of howling darkness, and escape the Court of Hidden Faces.
Why similar: CRPG 46.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #51 Crystal Project
67% matchVery Positive92% of 2,440 reviews2022
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 40.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, RPG 12.7%, Fantasy 5.6%
- #52 Vagrus - The Riven Realms
68% matchVery Positive85% of 1,691 reviews2021
Dev: Lost Pilgrims StudioPub: Lost Pilgrims Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Embark on a perilous journey across a realm forsaken by the gods and devastated by an arcane cataclysm. Accompanied by a hardy crew, you must trade, fight, and explore your way to success as the leader of a traveling company in Vagrus, an award-winning turn-based post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG.
Why similar: CRPG 37.1%, Turn-Based 26.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, RPG 9%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #53 Stellar Tactics
65% matchVery Positive80% of 1,560 reviews2026
Dev: Don WilkinsPub: Maverick Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!
Why similar: CRPG 31.8%, Party-Based RPG 22.7%, Dungeon Crawler 18.3%, Isometric 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%
- #54 Elminage ORIGINAL - Priestess of Darkness and The Ring of the Gods
70% matchVery Positive84% of 79 reviews2017
Dev: Starfish-SD IncPub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 22.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
With simple gameplay, sense of freedom and even graphics/sound customization, create and raise your very own party of characters before setting forth across this fantasy world to defeat the monsters that lurk in the labyrinth-like dungeons in this 3D dungeon RPG.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 24%, Turn-Based 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, CRPG 11.3%, Grid-Based Movement 10.9%
- #55 Legend of Grimrock
67% matchVery Positive94% of 6,614 reviews2012
Dev: Almost Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 40.2%, Party-Based RPG 18.9%, Grid-Based Movement 14.2%, RPG 13.1%, Old School 5.2%
- #56 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
68% matchVery Positive86% of 388 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore randomly generated content and experience the thrill of a classic tactical turn-based rogue-like RPG! Choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of strategy, skill, and discovery.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35%, Dungeon Crawler 25.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 5.6%
- #57 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
69% matchVery Positive84% of 670 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28.5%, Party-Based RPG 22.9%, Grid-Based Movement 13.1%, RPG 10.3%, Strategy 7.7%
- #58 Approaching Infinity
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 709 reviews2025
Dev: IBOL
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Approaching Infinity is a turn-based space RPG in the spirit of the sci-fi classics, with endless progression and exploration. Fight tactical battles or use diplomacy. Seek powerful artifacts. Quest, mine, trade, and craft. Level up forever or attempt 10 victories in hardcore or adventure mode.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 29.1%, RPG 14.6%, Old School 11.2%, Strategy 8.5%
- #59 Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 283 reviews2013
Dev: Sir-TechPub: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 24%
FULL-COLOR ANIMATED graphics DIGITIZED sound (NO add-on cards required)HARD DISK supported11 Races, 14 Professions (with rankings!)Weaponry, Physical and Academia SkillsSix Spellbooks, 462 CombinationsNon-Player CharactersAn arsenal of over 400 researched itemsVaried Fighting ModesPrimary and Secondary AttackContinuous JourneyUnlimited...
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 18.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.1%, Turn-Based 14%, CRPG 13.4%, RPG 13%
- #60 Tangledeep
67% matchVery Positive82% of 1,458 reviews2018
Dev: Impact Gameworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.4%, Dungeon Crawler 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, RPG 8.4%