- #1 The Banner Saga
97% matchVery Positive89% of 15,850 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.7%, Tactical RPG 13.3%, Tactical 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: It excels at combining meaningful narrative choices with challenging turn-based tactical battles in a harsh, atmospheric setting.
- #2 Battle Brothers
96% matchVery Positive88% of 27,117 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Medieval 22.5%, Historical 20.3%, Character Customization 19.2%, Third Person 13.1%, Story Rich 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers the most authentic experience of managing a mercenary company in a gritty, unforgiving medieval world with deep tactical combat.
- #3 Wartales
95% matchVery Positive87% of 34,222 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Medieval 17.5%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: This open-world mercenary RPG perfectly mirrors the management and tactical combat loop found in the seed game.
- #4 Expeditions: Viking
96% matchVery Positive83% of 4,124 reviews2017
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Circa 790 AD. A small band of Norse warriors lands on the shores of England. History may have forgotten their names, but their actions live on. As the chieftain of your clan, let ambition guide your choices in the party-based RPG Expeditions: Viking. How will history remember you?
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.7%, Character Customization 9.4%, Historical 9.3%, Tactical RPG 8.9%, Medieval 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a deep historical setting where your choices significantly impact the story and the survival of your party.
- #5 The Iron Oath
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 889 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based 17%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Medieval 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a persistent world where your mercenary company evolves through tactical combat and management decisions.
- #6 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
93% matchVery Positive84% of 7,361 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.2%, Turn-Based 17.8%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%, Medieval 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes character management and difficult, story-driven choices.
- #7 Ash of Gods: Redemption
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,435 reviews2018
Dev: AurumDust
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Tactical RPG 18.9%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based 15.2%, Medieval 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich tactical RPG where your decisions directly affect the survival of your party members.
- #8 The Age of Decadence
92% 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: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based 21.2%, Difficult 10.4%, Choices Matter 10.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an uncompromising, difficult experience where choices have massive consequences in a low-fantasy, gritty world.
- #9 Lost Eidolons
91% matchMixed69% of 2,301 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based 18.3%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, Tactical 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based game that focuses on the politics and warfare of a crumbling empire.
- #10 Blackguards
91% matchMixed62% of 3,851 reviews2014
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.
Why similar: Turn-Based 44.8%, Tactical 12.2%, Tactical RPG 10.8%, RPG 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, tactical RPG that focuses on hex-based combat and a gritty narrative experience.
- #11 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
90% matchMixed60% of 580 reviews2024
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Tactical RPG 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%, Character Customization 9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on feudal warfare and tactical combat within a historical medieval setting.
- #12 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
89% matchVery Positive88% of 6,240 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based 16.1%, Strategy RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, RPG 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides deep tactical combat and extensive character customization for those who enjoy the strategy-RPG elements.
- #13 Warbanners
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 603 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.7%, Tactical RPG 19.9%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A pure tactical turn-based game that focuses on army management and battlefield positioning.
- #14 Eisenwald: Blood of November
89% matchMixed52% of 180 reviews2016
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Eisenwald: Blood of November is a new sandbox adventure in the world of Eisenwald. Take up your arms and fight for your cause (and find out first who or what you want to be fighting for).
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.8%, Strategy RPG 19.6%, Medieval 12.2%, Tactical 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This is a direct expansion of the seed game, offering more of the same tactical medieval gameplay.
- #15 Disciples: Liberation
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,871 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Multiple Endings 12.4%, Tactical 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines dark fantasy exploration with tactical turn-based combat and significant narrative branching.
- #16 Expeditions: Conquistador
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,596 reviews2013
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Conquer the New world: In the 16th Century, Spanish explorers and soldiers reached the shores of America. The search for gold, fame, and adventure drove these travelers into a treacherous wilderness where they faced hunger, disease, and dangerous predators. In their wake, the Aztec Empires lay in ruins.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.3%, Historical 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, RPG 9.3%, Tactical 8%
Why You'll Like It: A historical strategy RPG that emphasizes exploration and difficult choices during a period of colonization.
- #17 Vagrus - The Riven Realms
86% 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: Strategy RPG 21.4%, Turn-Based 21.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.9%, Difficult 11.9%, Choices Matter 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging management-heavy RPG that focuses on survival, exploration, and narrative-driven decision-making.
- #18 Songs of Conquest
84% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.1%, Strategy RPG 24.2%, Tactical 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the classic world exploration and army management feel that inspired the tactical structure of the seed game.
- #19 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
83% matchVery Positive81% of 2,560 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.3%, Strategy RPG 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Medieval 13.3%, RPG 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Blends strategic map management with tactical turn-based combat in a rich fantasy setting.
- #20 Sword Legacy: Omen
85% matchMixed65% of 716 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 28.3%, Turn-Based 16.9%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, RPG 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, tactical turn-based game that focuses on party management and strategic positioning.
- #21 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
84% matchVery Positive83% of 1,383 reviews2019
Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 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 59.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Tactical 8.8%, Strategy 8.7%, RPG 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes character progression and puzzle-like combat encounters.
- #22 Yaengard
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 134 reviews2022
Dev: Planeshift Interactive
Windows
Who will you become to triumph? A turn-based RPG where your personality traits change your powers and proficiencies. Combine personality traits, rare weapons, and 20+ classes into endless team compositions; combos & builds are the keys to surviving your long journey towards Yaengard.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.8%, Choices Matter 12.2%, Character Customization 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Medieval 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based RPG that focuses heavily on choices and consequences within its tactical combat system.
- #23 Those Who Rule
79% matchVery Positive90% of 946 reviews2025
Dev: Eldin Turulja
Windows
Join three fresh recruits caught in a web of betrayal as war looms over the land. Lead your band of heroes through tactical turn-based battles, master unique abilities, and forge powerful gear to turn the tide of battle. Will you unravel the conspiracy driving the conflict—or be consumed by it?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Medieval 8.6%, Difficult 8.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes strategic combat and party management in a fantasy world.
- #24 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
79% matchVery Positive91% of 467 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lead troops in tense tactical battles, just you and your brain against the dying world. Can you save it? Manage a mercenary company, scavenge supplies, build an army. Go on a quest! Burn down a village or two... Explore the rich medieval fantasy world in a mix of LOTR, Warhammer, FTL and Total War.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.3%, Tactical RPG 14.5%, Level Editor 13.9%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Medieval 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical positioning and army management during large-scale engagements.
- #25 Crowntakers
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 681 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Turn-Based 43.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Tactical 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%, Medieval 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Mixes roguelike elements with tactical turn-based combat and party management.
- #26 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 179 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.9%, Tactical RPG 18.6%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Medieval 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on party management and turn-based combat in a fantasy setting.
- #27 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
80% matchVery Positive92% of 180 reviews2017
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Play as either Nairi, an imprisoned Dryad fighting for her freedom, or Gilrock, a drunken Dwarven Lord on a quest to restore his family's honour (or just to kick some arse!). The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.2%, Strategy RPG 19.8%, Difficult 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult tactical RPG that focuses on army building and strategic combat depth.
- #28 Heroes of Steel RPG
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 282 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Heroes of Steel is a tactical RPG set in a grim post-apocalyptic fantasy world. Coordinate your party of four heroes in turn-based combat and navigate a engaging world and story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.6%, Strategy RPG 19.7%, Difficult 10.4%, Medieval 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that emphasizes dungeon crawling and strategic combat mechanics.
- #29 Heads Will Roll: Downfall
78% matchMixed68% of 417 reviews2022
Dev: 1917 StudiosPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a combination of a tactical role-playing game and visual novel, in which you will assume the role of a medieval soldier.
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.4%, Historical 12.2%, Medieval 11%, Difficult 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy RPG with tactical combat that forces you to make difficult choices under high stakes.
- #30 Eador. Imperium
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,258 reviews2017
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Hire heroes, build an army, prevail in battles and try to keep your empire intact in the face of grave danger. Eador. Imperium is a new chapter in Eador series, known for its unique blend of grand strategy, turn-based tactics and RPG elements.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.7%, Strategy 26.2%, RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep strategic map management combined with tactical combat for a grand-scale experience.
- #31 King Arthur: Legion IX
76% matchMostly Positive73% of 781 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.2%, Strategy RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Choices Matter 7.6%
- #32 The Adventurers
76% matchVery Positive88% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: Eternal Vigilance Entertainment
Windows
The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Lead your party of heroes in an open world filled with random events that affect your story. Survive a high fantasy landscape where your epic saga is waiting to be written.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.4%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Inventory Management 12.2%, Medieval 12%, Character Customization 9%
- #33 The Banner Saga 2
77% matchVery Positive90% of 3,748 reviews2016
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Choices Matter 13.3%, Story Rich 10.5%, RPG 10.3%
- #34 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
75% matchVery Positive81% of 101 reviews2022
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Experience a Fast-Paced Roguelite Turn-Based Strategy game with a New Turn-Based System which will need you to plan early on and create strategies that would lead your army to victory. Create an army with different Characters and Leaders to choose from and explore this Roguelite world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based 20.3%, Medieval 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%
- #35 Bastard
77% matchMixed59% of 169 reviews2018
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Are you used to being a noble knight in shining armor who protects the weak and punishes the evil ones? Sure, you might answer, everybody wants to see oneself as one - especially in a game. But did you consider which price you would have to pay for it in your real life?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Medieval 10.1%, Multiple Endings 7.5%
- #36 Lost In The Open
73% matchMixed68% of 158 reviews2025
Dev: Black Voyage GamesPub: WhisperGames
Windows
An unexpected assassination attempt leaves you wounded and fleeing across no man's land. To survive in this roguelike, low-fantasy tactical RPG, you must recruit strategically, fight desperately and repent sincerely.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based 19.9%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Difficult 9.3%, Medieval 7.8%
- #37 King's Bounty: The Legend
74% matchVery Positive90% of 3,682 reviews2009
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
King’s Bounty: The Legend is a fan-favorite classic fantasy adventure and an early entry into the modern King’s Bounty era, built around tough battles, smart decisions, and turn-based tactics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, RPG 12.6%, Strategy 10.8%
- #38 Age of Reforging: The Freelands
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,196 reviews2025
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Age of Reforging: The Freelands is a medieval high-freedom sandbox adventure CRPG. You'll be a reforger in the freelands chosen by the Goddess to embark on a medieval adventure tour at your own pace, gathering teammates, fighting for survival, and craft your unique legend!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.1%, Strategy RPG 22%, Medieval 15.4%, Character Customization 11.6%, Tactical 8.6%
- #39 Grey Heritage: Faded Vision
73% matchVery Positive80% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Command a rebellion as Leon Beaumont, Exiled Prince of Astrea, against the king that betrayed him. Engage in a classic turn-based tactical RPG experience as you unravel untold secrets from the past. Recruit allies, manage inventory, and train your soldiers in this JRPG inspired journey!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.5%, Strategy RPG 21.3%, Inventory Management 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Choices Matter 6.5%
- #40 Grimshade
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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.
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.3%, Tactical RPG 20.2%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, Tactical 9.5%
- #41 Leman
73% matchVery Positive82% of 55 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: Tactical RPG 31.4%, Strategy RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Character Customization 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #42 Templar Battleforce
72% matchVery Positive93% of 973 reviews2015
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
An addictive mix of strategic combat and army building, with the precision of an RPG. Design your squad members' exact build of equipment and talents to create unique fireteam combinations. Step into the pilot suit of a Leviathan mech, lead the Templar Knights in turn-based tactical warfare.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.4%, Turn-Based 20.7%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Difficult 9.6%, Character Customization 7.9%
- #43 Voidspire Tactics
72% matchVery Positive97% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29%, Turn-Based 27%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, RPG 10%, Strategy 8.3%
- #44 Burden of Command™
69% matchVery Positive84% of 593 reviews2025
Dev: Green Tree Games LLC
Windows
Can you lead? Burden of Command is an emotionally authentic tactical leadership RPG. You’re a company Captain in the historical Cottonbalers. Fighting psychology as much as bullets, you must build respect, trust, and battlefield experience to bring your brothers safely home.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.4%, Strategy RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based 11.2%, Historical 10.3%, Tactical 8.2%
- #45 Guild of Ascension
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 59 reviews2021
Dev: WhileOne ProductionsPub: PID Games
Windows
Guild of Ascension is a Tactical-Action-RPG with rogue-lite elements, mixing turn-based combat with real-time action combo system. Craft weapons, learn skills, befriend critters, encounter bizarre creatures, and fight giant Bosses in your Ascension of the Tower!
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.3%, Tactical RPG 20%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Medieval 9.4%, Difficult 7.9%
- #46 Fallen: A2P Protocol
75% matchMostly Negative38% of 226 reviews2015
Dev: Red Katana
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A post-apocalyptic, turn based, tactical combat and strategy game where you lead your caravan on a quest for revenge.
Why similar: Turn-Based 32.3%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Strategy RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Tactical 9.5%
- #47 Kingsvein
68% matchVery Positive92% of 293 reviews2024
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.2%, Strategy RPG 23%, Medieval 11%, Character Customization 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%
- #48 Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
67% matchVery Positive82% of 1,248 reviews2025
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 28.5%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Medieval 8.9%
- #49 Age of Fear: The Undead King
70% matchVery Positive89% of 366 reviews2015
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Play as either Sir Edward, a noble Knight defending the Human Kingdom, or Krill, a wicked Necromancer with an unearthly lust for power! The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy (full of humour!) that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Turn-Based 23.6%, Strategy RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #50 King's Bounty II
70% matchMixed62% of 5,472 reviews2021
Dev: Fulqrum GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.6%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Medieval 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, RPG 7.5%
- #51 Outcast Tales: The First Journey
68% matchVery Positive85% of 248 reviews2024
Dev: Hardlane StudioPub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Experience the beginning of a grand adventure in Outcast Tales: The First Journey. Engage in deep tactical battles, make tough decisions, and choose your own adventures - write an Outcast Tale that’s unique to you!
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.3%, Tactical RPG 17.7%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Tactical 9.1%
- #52 Aarklash: Legacy
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 847 reviews2013
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Aarklash: Legacy take command of a mercenary squad in search of truth and guide it through countless battles.Welcome to Aarklash, a land of chaos where incessant battles between the forces of Light, Destiny and Darkness have lasted since the beginning of time.
Why similar: Tactical 42.4%, RPG 25.5%, Strategy 23.1%, Difficult 9%
- #53 The Lamplighters League
68% matchMixed69% of 1,134 reviews2023
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.3%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Choices Matter 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #54 Dead In Vinland
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,795 reviews2018
Dev: Ishtar Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
DEAD IN VINLAND is a survival/management game, mixed with RPG and adventure elements, about a Viking family trying their best to survive on a mysterious island.
Why similar: Turn-Based 47.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, RPG 13.7%, Strategy 11.2%, Difficult 9.6%
- #55 Veterum
65% matchVery Positive93% of 126 reviews2025
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows
Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Strategy RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Tactical 9.9%, Difficult 8.9%
- #56 Blackguards 2
70% matchMixed67% of 1,254 reviews2015
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Blackguards 2 is a turn-based strategy-RPG and will deliver challenging hexfield battles and a gritty story filled with violence and crime. - Includes bonus content: Soundtrack, digital Art Book and Strategy Guide Book!
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.4%, Tactical RPG 15%, RPG 8.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%
- #57 Expeditions: Rome
66% 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: Tactical RPG 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Historical 10.9%, Choices Matter 8%, Tactical 7.8%
- #58 Glorious Companions
67% matchMixed62% of 201 reviews2024
Dev: Ancient Forge
Windows
Explore the open world of Terscara as you advance through the challenging and tactical encounters in this epic turn-based tactical RPG. Form and lead a group of battle-proven companions, delve into the ancient dungeons to collect the elusive vault crystals, and end Xandar’s Wraith once and for all.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.4%, Turn-Based 22.1%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Character Customization 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8%
- #59 Farabel
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: Frogames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Farabel is a turn-based strategy game where you start at the end of the story. Develop your cleverness, your strategic prowess, and your inventive capabilities in order to survive!
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.6%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%, Tactical 7.7%
- #60 Age of Fear: The Free World
67% matchVery Positive83% of 409 reviews2019
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Age of Fear: The Free World is an introduction to a decade-old turn-based strategy series that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements. Choose your faction (Undead Legion, Human Kingdom or Greenskins Horde), build a unique army and embark on exploring the realm!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.6%, Turn-Based 25.7%, Strategy RPG 19%, Character Customization 10.2%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%