- #1 Beastmancer
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 reviews2017
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Beastmancer is a monster tamer tactical RPG. Play as an adventurer in a fantasy world, capture monsters and make them fight in turn based battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.4%, Turn-Based 24.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%
- #2 Monster Sanctuary
96% matchVery Positive91% of 12,643 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Turn-Based 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Exploration 5.9%
- #3 RatSpiderFrog
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flawberry Studio
Windows
A cursed auto-battler where you take control of a bunch of rats to fend off enemy attacks. Crossbreed them. Grill them. Feed them. Make them POWERFUL!
Why similar: Creature Collector 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Comic Book 14%, Dark Humor 13%, Deckbuilding 12.4%
- #4 Mars Tactics
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Takibi GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
The Red Planet is at war. Lead either Capital’s corporate army or Labor’s worker revolutionaries and wage war across a vast strategic map, then assume direct control in turn-based tactical battles featuring artillery, vehicles, and fully-destructible environments.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Dark Humor 14.2%, Comic Book 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
- #5 Kaardik
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tropical Tempo Games
Windows
Capture, train, and battle with unique creatures in this monster-collection RPG featuring turn-based combat and card game strategy. Explore a vibrant world, build your perfect team, and challenge rivals in epic battles!
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Deckbuilding 9.6%, RPG 9.3%
- #6 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
94% matchVery Positive83% of 1,395 reviews2019
Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A tactical, turn-based RPG from the makers of Legend of Grimrock games. Every action, every turn counts as you control your party of heroes through challenging, handcrafted missions in the ancient, mist-clad Menhir Forest.
Why similar: Turn-Based 46.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Strategy 9.1%, RPG 7.7%
- #7 Knight Dice
93% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Prince Game Studio
Windows
Knight Dice is a turn-based dice game, upgrade and reroll your dice to defeat the dangerous enemies on your adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Deckbuilding 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #8 Amber Island
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dynamic Cell Games
Windows
Amber Island is an open world creature collector where you explore the wilderness to hunt and tame creatures. Anticipate and counter your opponent with defensive moves in strategic battles and tournaments. Explore new lands each filled with new challenges and creatures to collect and breed.
Why similar: Creature Collector 34.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Exploration 8.3%, RPG 8.1%
- #9 Trial of the Gods: Siralim CCG
91% matchVery Positive85% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows
Trial of the Gods is a collectible card game based in the world of Siralim. Collect over 100 creature cards with unique traits and use them to battle against the gods. Features a lengthy campaign with two difficulty modes, along with randomly generated post-game content!
Why similar: Creature Collector 22.9%, Turn-Based 21.2%, Deckbuilding 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%
- #10 Paws and Whiskers
91% matchPositive84% of 38 reviews2025
Dev: JohnHang
Windows
roguelike game which backpackage manage to army make army stronger.Your choice will make a diffrent end to the story.
Why similar: Creature Collector 32.8%, Deckbuilding 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Exploration 9.1%, Strategy 9.1%
- #11 Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition
90% matchVery Positive90% of 13,155 reviews2019
Dev: h.a.n.d., Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.
Why similar: Creature Collector 35.3%, Turn-Based 28.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, RPG 6.2%, Cute 3.5%
- #12 Spirita Battler
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludi Elemental
Windows · Mac · Linux
A casual fun multiplayer creature battler. Build your own teams by choosing unique creatures, their skills and special abilities! Develop strategies to better deal against though opponents and climb the ladder to the top!
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 23%, RPG 10.6%, Strategy 10%, Turn-Based Combat 5.1%
- #13 EvoCreo
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 86 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.
Why similar: Creature Collector 35.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Top-Down 9.4%, RPG 8.2%
- #14 Coromon
88% matchVery Positive85% of 8,014 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on a complete 30+ hour monster-taming RPG adventure, now remastered for PC! Catch and train more than 100 Coromon, explore six diverse regions, and master strategic turn-based battles as you unravel a mystery that could change Velua forever.
Why similar: Creature Collector 35%, Turn-Based 24.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%, Exploration 8.4%, RPG 5.5%
- #15 Nexomon: Extinction
87% matchVery Positive90% of 4,038 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.
Why similar: Creature Collector 46.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.8%, Top-Down 10.1%, RPG 9.5%, Exploration 3.8%
- #16 PLOY
86% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: RookGameDev
Windows
Imagine chess but with capturing, team building, and creatures!
Why similar: Creature Collector 35.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Strategy 12.9%, Deckbuilding 9.3%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #17 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,101 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.1%, Creature Collector 28.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Comedy 8.7%, RPG 6.8%
- #18 Run For Cover
85% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Michail Ostrowski
Windows
Run For Cover is a turn-based strategy game where you control a team of soldiers traveling through hostile territory. Maps are procedurally generated and look different every time you start a new game. Your soldiers can drive tanks, find gear, and unlock powerful abilities.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 26.5%, Strategy 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%
- #19 Volseons
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bunker Arts
Windows
Volseons is a turn-based strategy RPG with a rich and vast story, comprised of six epic chapters of intricate plots, lots of monsters to fight and a handful of characters to play!
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.3%, Turn-Based 24.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%, Exploration 7.6%
- #20 Fae Tactics
84% matchVery Positive85% of 1,744 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 34.7%, Turn-Based 22.1%, RPG 15.7%, Strategy 12.8%, Creature Collector 12.4%
- #21 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
82% matchVery Positive82% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Lipsar Studio
Windows
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.4%, Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, RPG 9.8%
- #22 Blade Blazer
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 墨镜猫工作室
Windows
This is a Chinese Xianxia JRPG, you are a swordsman who fights with a mythical Sword. You will adventure In Swirl-Wind City, where humans and monsters coexist post a celestial triumph over demons. Your quest: locate the Five Elements Soul Stones to vanquish demons and defend the city.
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, Comic Book 12.1%, Cartoony 7.8%
- #23 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,877 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 25.5 hrsMean: 35.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.
Why similar: Creature Collector 43.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, RPG 14%, Turn-Based 10.4%, Cartoony 7.3%
- #24 The Divide : Deck Tactics
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gunblade Studios
Windows
"The Divide" Is a tactical turn-based strategy game, with deckbuilding elements, set in a divided land, fight for your king, and unite the kingdom!
Why similar: Turn-Based 27%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Deckbuilding 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Cartoony 6.6%
- #25 Costume Kingdom
81% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Stratton Studios
Windows
Costume Kingdom is a Halloween themed turn based action-adventure game set in a open world environment and played from a third-person perspective. Build your team of Hallowmon and trick-or-treat your way through the breathtaking Monkchester.
Why similar: Creature Collector 26%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Comic Book 15.1%, Cartoony 7.7%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #26 Spirit Route
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Curious Forge
Windows
Escort your Spirit Nexus to its destination while building towers and tiles to stop incoming monsters. Combine unique Nexus abilities, random shop choices, and strategic path building in this tower defense adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Top-Down 8.6%, Cartoony 7.3%, Strategy 7.3%
- #27 Immortal Empire
80% matchMostly Positive72% of 309 reviews2015
Dev: Tactic Studios Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Immortal Empire is a multiplayer tactics role playing game. Control a party of up to 5 immortals as you travel through a unique fantasy world, using spells and strategy to defeat your enemies. Play co-op, versus, or solo through a compelling campaign storyline with fully voiced characters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.3%, Turn-Based 26%, Strategy 16.8%, RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%
- #28 Griftlands
78% matchVery Positive94% of 14,455 reviews2021
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Griftlands is a deck-building roguelite where you negotiate, fight, steal or otherwise persuade others to get your way. Every decision is important, be it the jobs you take, the friends you make, or the cards you collect.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.8%, Deckbuilding 16.4%, Comic Book 14.3%, Dark Humor 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #29 MASSIVE CHALICE
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,907 reviews2015
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
MASSIVE CHALICE is a tactical strategy game set on an epic timeline from Double Fine Productions. As the Immortal Ruler of the nation, you'll take command of its heroes, forge heroic marriages to strengthen your Bloodlines, and battle a mysterious enemy known as the Cadence in a 300 year war.
Why similar: Turn-Based 44.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.5%, Strategy 14.7%, Fantasy 7.1%, RPG 5.1%
- #30 Nexomon
78% matchVery Positive89% of 1,827 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!
Why similar: Creature Collector 63.4%, Turn-Based 13.9%, RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%
- #31 Abomi Nation
77% matchVery Positive83% of 138 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!
Why similar: Creature Collector 29.7%, Turn-Based 23.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Exploration 7.6%, RPG 6.8%
- #32 Tomomon
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 125 reviews2024
Dev: ManicBuild Studio
Windows
Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 27.5%, Turn-Based 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Top-Down 6.1%
- #33 Gemfall
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ERF.io Inc.
Windows · Mac
The match 3 roguelike! Battle monsters by matching gems: attack, defend, and cast spells depending on what you pop. Combine gem enchants, spells, and relics to overcome the world of Gemfall!
Why similar: Turn-Based 45%, Deckbuilding 14.6%, RPG 14%, Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%
- #34 Epic Arena
77% matchMixed65% of 305 reviews2015
Dev: Shadow Masters
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Epic Arena is a free-to-play turn-based strategy game. Pick one of three completely different teams and outwit your opponent in epic back-and-forth matches. Flex your tactical muscles in time-limited Blitz mode matches or take your time in turn-by-turn duels.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Strategy 15.3%
- #35 Effulgence RPG
74% matchVery Positive89% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Andrei Fomin
Windows
Effulgence RPG is a party-based RPG set in a unique character-based world where enemies are more than just obstacles - they ARE the resource. 💀 Destroy them to forge better gear!
Why similar: Turn-Based 29.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Dark Humor 17%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, RPG 8.1%
- #36 Slash Roll
75% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: NiankSoft
Windows · Linux
After slaying some spire, the taverns of Slash Roll are the ideal place to rest and play this dice pouch-building rogue-like with original mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 38.6%, Turn-Based 24.5%, Deckbuilding 17.1%, Strategy 12%, Fantasy 4.7%
- #37 The PIT: Broken Bones
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Creative Forge
Windows
The Pit is a turn-based tactical game set in dark fantasy. You will manage the guild of gladiators, fight battles for life and death.
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.2%, RPG 15.7%, Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%
- #38 Mind Over Mushroom
75% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Binary Jellyfish
Windows
Mind Over Mushroom is a turn-based, tactical strategy game where movement isn't locked to a grid. Command a diverse array of unlockable characters including giant snails, walking bombs, and necromancers. Use clever tactics and a variety of status effects to defeat a grave fungal threat.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 29%, Turn-Based Combat 17.1%, Strategy 7.3%, 3D 4.6%
- #39 Deckum Demonium
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Celthim
Windows
Craft demonic essences and brew powerful potions in this diabolical roguelike deckbuilder. Summon 150+ demons to defend your land against heavenly forces. Discover rare relics and ingredients to form the most potent synergies.
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 22%, Deckbuilding 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, Strategy 5.7%
- #40 Oaken
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 390 reviews2023
Dev: Laki StudiosPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Oaken, a turn-based tactical roguelike set in the spirit inhabited world. Explore the Great Oak, gather allies and trinkets, learn to use the positioning for your advantage, choose how to upgrade your cards. Wake the spirits and save the Oak!
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.9%, Creature Collector 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Deckbuilding 10.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.4%
- #41 Goremon
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fire Toast
Windows
Explore and collect the powerful Goremons in a world where the energy of these creatures is everything. Make important decisions, and face dangers in a world full of mysteries and challenges. Goremon will take you on an epic adventure. Begin your journey in the world of Goremon!
Why similar: Creature Collector 37.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%, Top-Down 12%, RPG 9.4%, Exploration 8.9%
- #42 The Banner Saga 3
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,091 reviews2018
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Banner Saga 3 is the epic conclusion to a sweeping viking saga six years in the making. This strategic RPG, acclaimed for its strong story and compelling characters has won over 20 awards and been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.2%, Turn-Based 22.8%, RPG 14.2%, Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%
- #43 Hex And Tricks
71% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Poisheesh
Windows
An adventure card game on witchcraft and magic recipes ! Explore the oppressive real world and the fantastic dream world. Fight colorful characters with your own deck of magic ingredients and monstrous assistants. Solve diverse puzzles to win cards and expand your collection !
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Deckbuilding 16.9%, Exploration 8.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%
- #44 Ancient lands: the Tsar awakening
72% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2019
Dev: Anatoliy Sidorov
Windows
Manage a squad of three heroes in the turn-based tactical game with card management.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Deckbuilding 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #45 Pemkie Island
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MESHUP GamesPub: MESHUP
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pemkie Island is a monster taming RPG adventure, in a roguelite format. Travel across the 5 different regions while discovering and taming unique creatures called Pemkies. Master their traits, choose the right skills and build the best team possible to restore balance!
Why similar: Creature Collector 30.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.4%, Deckbuilding 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Cartoony 6.1%
- #46 Malice & Greed
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 66 reviews2021
Dev: Xendra
Windows
Malice & Greed is a Roguelike Turn-based RPG where you force enemies & bosses to join you after each fight, sell them to the Shady Smuggler, and butcher them to steal their skills. Customize & upgrade a new team every run to build the ultimate combo as you battle to reach Nirvana!
Why similar: Creature Collector 26%, Turn-Based 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Deckbuilding 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%
- #47 Attack on Hex Island
70% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: ProdigalSon Games
Windows · Linux
A cute and approachable turn-based deck builder/card battler that combines the battle systems from Tetra Master/Triple Triad and Pokémon. Collect, upgrade, and customize your party to strategically defeat your opponents and save them from the attack on Hex Island.
Why similar: Creature Collector 26.1%, Turn-Based 24.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Deckbuilding 8.8%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%
- #48 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 3,367 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 47.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.9%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, RPG 14.5%, Cute 6.9%
- #49 EvoCreo 2
67% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 300 unique monsters, explore a vast world, complete 50+ quests, and master a deep battle system in this offline-friendly, story-rich monster capture RPG. Journey as a cadet in the world of Shoru, where monsters known as Creo are vanishing. Catch the perpetrators before it's too late.
Why similar: Creature Collector 33.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 8.6%, Cute 7.1%
- #50 Evolings
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 457 reviews2023
Dev: SørbPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Embark on a captivating journey in Evolings! This minimalistic turn-based roguelike lets you face hordes of evil monsters by recruiting a team of deadly yet cute creatures. With challenges and a unique experience in each playthrough, Evolings offers a captivating fusion of strategy and charm.
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, RPG 9.5%, Cute 5.5%
- #51 DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
In this RPG, you befriend monsters from the DRAGON QUEST series, raise them up, synthesize new creatures, and pit them against other monsters in battle. Join fledgling monster wranglers Bianca and Nera as they set off on the adventure of a lifetime.
Why similar: Creature Collector 24.7%, RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Turn-Based 9.4%
- #52 Soul of Giga
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 39 reviews2021
Dev: Goody PunditPub: KPL
Windows
Invoke and build your Giga team from various element and size, blast off the evil empire, and be the destined one. Explore the land of Giga in this pixel art turn-based battle adventure!
Why similar: Creature Collector 36.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, RPG 8.6%, Exploration 8.4%
- #53 TOLOM
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Inkrow Games
Windows
TOLOM is an open-world deckbuilding roguelike with turn-based combat. Equip suits that change your playstyle, fight with consumable cards, and explore at your own pace. Choose your battles, find upgrades, and decide when to face the final challenge. If you fall, come back with a new strategy.
Why similar: Creature Collector 23.7%, Turn-Based 23.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Deckbuilding 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%
- #54 Lost Totem Trajipon!
67% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: SolPlex Entertainment LLC
Windows
Capture, command, and sacrifice occult mutants in a delightfully desolate, ultra-morbid turn-based RPG! It'll take a true Minion Master to unravel the treachery that's tying up Trajipon in this entirely above-board ROM we found at a garage sale!
Why similar: Creature Collector 36.1%, Dark Humor 19.2%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8.2%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #55 Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion
68% matchMixed65% of 106 reviews2015
Dev: Witching Hour StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion is a turn-based wargame, where strategic troop placement is essential to succeed, but this is just one of the many choices you will face while fighting your way through your many battles!
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.6%, Strategy 17.6%, RPG 16.7%, Story Rich 3.7%
- #56 Telepath Tactics
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2015
Dev: Sinister Design
Windows
A deep indie strategy RPG with destructible battlefields; the ability to build bridges, traps, and barricades; the ability to shove enemies off cliffs and into lava; and full-fledged mod support.
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 29%, RPG 21.1%, Strategy 18.2%
- #57 Path to Tamer Town
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crazy Goat Games
Windows
Step into a condensed monster taming adventure. Explore, evolve and battle in a compact monster collector format. Hop on your scooter, build your dream team of Mokiton in a procedurally generated world. Every run delivers a unique map and hybrid action–turn-based combat with roguelite elements.
Why similar: Creature Collector 41%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Cartoony 8.4%, Cute 7.7%, RPG 7.2%
- #58 Team Of Titans
67% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Silver Shell Games
Windows
The evil Mirror Clan holds dominion over the region of Latos. Everyone has lost all hope, except for one. An unlikely hero must build a Team of Titans and bring an end to the reign of tyranny.
Why similar: Creature Collector 36.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, RPG 10.8%, Strategy 7.3%
- #59 XCOM®: Chimera Squad
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 23,433 reviews2020
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
XCOM: Chimera Squad delivers an all-new story and turn-based tactical combat experience in the XCOM universe.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 42%, Turn-Based 31%, Strategy 14.3%, Sci-fi 6.2%, Turn-Based Combat 4.9%