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Games Like Grimshade

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, Strategy, Turn-Based Combat, Fantasy.

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Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 72% — of 141 reviews
Released: 2019-03-26
Developer: TALEROCK
Publisher: Asterion Games
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 4.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 5.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 85%

Overview

Grimshade is a unique blend of 90s-inspired JRPG storytelling and modern tactical turn-based combat, set in a grim, war-torn world. These recommendations focus on games that capture that specific intersection of party-based character development, isometric tactical depth, and narrative-driven fantasy adventures.

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    Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Isometric 11.4%, Tactical RPG 10.3%, Strategy RPG 9.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the grim, choice-driven narrative and tactical combat style that defines the experience of Grimshade.

  2. #2 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why similar: RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Tactical RPG 11.4%, Strategy 10.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This title offers deep, party-based tactical combat with a strong emphasis on character customization and strategic positioning.

  3. #3 Battle Chasers: Nightwar
    96% matchVery Positive87% of 7,332 reviews2017
    Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: THQ Nordic
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 38.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 31.8%, RPG 21.5%, JRPG 16.5%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Fantasy 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the JRPG-inspired turn-based combat and party-based progression found in Grimshade.

  4. #4 The Iron Oath
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 15.1%, Tactical RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Strategy RPG 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: This game features a dark, gritty fantasy world where party management and tactical combat are central to the experience.

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    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 28.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Strategy 10.9%, Isometric 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical, party-based adventure that emphasizes puzzle-like combat encounters and character abilities.

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 14.7%, Party-Based RPG 14.2%, Tactical RPG 13%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, JRPG 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers an incredibly deep tactical system and party-based progression that will appeal to fans of complex turn-based mechanics.

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    Why You'll Like It: It provides a rich, isometric, party-based RPG experience with a mature story and tactical turn-based combat.

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    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 14%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Strategy RPG 11.1%, Tactical RPG 10.8%, JRPG 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into the JRPG aesthetic with a focus on tactical grid-based combat and character growth.

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    Why similar: Turn-Based 23.1%, RPG 22%, Party-Based RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Isometric 7%

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  11. #11 Arcadian Atlas
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    Why You'll Like It: This game features a beautiful pixel-art style and tactical combat that feels like a love letter to classic strategy RPGs.

  12. #12 Expeditions: Rome
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 6,559 reviews2022
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    Windows
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    76% matchMostly Positive80% of 244 reviews2023
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    78% matchMostly Positive80% of 578 reviews2017
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    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.5 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 21.7%, RPG 11.5%, Party-Based RPG 11.5%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, JRPG 8.7%

  47. #47 Deck of Ashes
    72% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,064 reviews2020
    Dev: AYGamesPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Deck of Ashes is an adventure game with tactical card combat. One character at a time, lead the cast of antiheroes on a quest for redemption. Explore the cursed fantasy world and hunt down powerful cards. Forge a unique Battle Deck, and crush your foes! Can you rid the world of the Ash Curse?

    Why similar: Turn-Based 22%, RPG 19.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, Strategy 15.4%, Hand-drawn 8.5%

  48. #48 Lost Eidolons
    71% matchMixed68% of 2,333 reviews2022
    Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    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 12.1%, Party-Based RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based 11.1%, Tactical RPG 10.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%

  49. #49 FLAMBERGE
    73% matchMixed69% of 137 reviews2015
    Dev: HYDEZEKE
    Windows · Mac

    Flamberge is a tactics RPG featuring free movement and simultaneous turns. Players plan out their moves ahead of time, then during execution, both allies and enemies will act at the same time.

    Why similar: RPG 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 13.7%, Tactical RPG 13.1%, Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%

  50. #50 Sword Legacy: Omen
    72% matchMixed66% of 869 reviews2018
    Dev: Firecast Studio
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.1%, RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based 10.1%

  51. #51 AntharioN
    73% 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 18.7%, RPG 16.1%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%

  52. #52 8-Bit Adventures 2
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 305 reviews2023
    Dev: Critical Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Pilot your Airship, prepare your party, and explore a vast World Map in 8-Bit Adventures 2 – an exciting, emotional tribute to the Golden Age of JRPGs. Dynamic turn-based battles & pixels with personality!

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based 18.8%, JRPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, RPG 9.1%

  53. #53 Mechajammer
    71% matchMixed52% of 239 reviews2021
    Dev: Whalenought StudiosPub: Modern Wolf
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    A tactical cyberpunk turn-based RPG set on an off-world grindhouse jungle colony. Skulk through the shadows or charge in guns blazing. Recruit a unique party for large squad-based assaults as your adventure plunges you deep into the city’s secrets.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Tactical 16.8%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Tactical RPG 13.4%, Strategy RPG 11.6%

  54. #54 Masquerada: Songs and Shadows
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 546 reviews2016
    Dev: Witching Hour StudiosPub: Ysbryd Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Masquerada is a single-player tactical RPG set in a Renaissance-inspired city of magic, where real-time combat can be paused to set up elemental combos powered by Venetian-styled masks. Come for gorgeous hand-drawn art; stay for the rich lore & a thoughtful, fully-voiced tale of intrigue & tragedy.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.7%, Isometric 16.2%, Tactical RPG 13.1%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, RPG 10.1%

  55. #55 Crawl Tactics
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 209 reviews2022
    Dev: icefill
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 14.1%, Party-Based RPG 13.4%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%

  56. #56 Gordian Quest
    66% matchVery Positive89% of 5,961 reviews2022
    Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 18.2%, Party-Based RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Tactical 10.8%, RPG 9.9%

  57. #57 Leman
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 56 reviews2022
    Dev: MDH Software
    Windows

    A bloodthirsty, high fantasy, turn-based combat, open-world RPG! Light on story, this game is about deadly tactical combat and developing a legendary adventuring party!

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 16.5%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Strategy RPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%

  58. #58 The Secret of Varonis
    65% matchVery Positive99% of 77 reviews2024
    Dev: Wombat Logic
    Windows · Mac

    An indie Gameboy-style RPG. Build a party from four unique races and unravel the mystery of Varonis through challenging old-school turn-based combat.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.3%, RPG 26.2%, JRPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Fantasy 3.9%

  59. #59 Dream Tactics
    63% matchVery Positive93% of 654 reviews2024
    Dev: Spectra Entertainment Inc.Pub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Dream Tactics is a GBA-styled strategy RPG with cunning card combos and deep character customization. Pick your party, manage cards to create unique playstyles, and outsmart hordes of pillows in turn-based combat to save the Dream World from its inevitable collapse.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 14.9%, JRPG 14.1%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, Strategy RPG 11.1%, Tactical 10.9%

  60. #60 Inkshade
    62% matchVery Positive88% of 612 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Vezelle
    Windows

    Inkshade is a turn-based tactics game carved out of strange wooden miniatures, wrapped in a web of locked rooms, and orchestrated by an otherworldly game master. Victory is not guaranteed, and the only constant is the cruel black ink that flows within the pieces.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.7%, Turn-Based Combat 19%, RPG 17%, Strategy 14.6%, Tactical 9.4%

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