- #1 FAREWELL SEN
97% matchVery Positive94% of 170 reviews2022
Dev: amoxy
Windows
MAKE FRIENDS WITH GHOSTS
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Combat 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Violent 10.2%
- #2 INTO THE AETHER
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SPLEE TEAM Games
Windows
A spell gone wrong sends Celeste and her friends INTO THE AETHER, the surreal land of the spirits. Explore vibrant and mysterious worlds, battle unusual enemies, and forge unbreakable bonds in this turn-based adventure with real-time mechanics inspired by Nintendo RPGs.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Visual Novel 10.2%, Linear 9.5%, Combat 8.7%
- #3 A World At War Tactics
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wolfsoft Games
Windows
Immerse yourself in intense World War II turn-based tactical battles with a charming pixel art style. Modify the terrain to your advantage and enjoy a unique isometric perspective as you lead your troops to victory.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.9%, Turn-Based Combat 21.3%, Violent 12.8%, Strategy 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #4 Tale of Ronin
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dead Mage
Windows · Mac
A game about a fallen samurai carrying out his lord’s final request. Travel as a ronin through a changing land and face the consequences of your choices along the way.
Why similar: Swordplay 37.9%, Turn-Based Combat 22.5%, Historical 16.3%, Story Rich 8.8%, Violent 6.4%
- #5 Cyrano
94% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: Popcannibal
Windows · Mac · Linux
Write love letters and cross swords in a one hour adaptation of the classic play: Cyrano de Bergerac!
Why similar: Swordplay 26.1%, Visual Novel 20%, Historical 17.8%, Linear 12.7%, Combat 7.5%
- #6 The Nameless Braves: Heaven (Episode 1)
94% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: ArsSanctum
Windows
The Nameless Braves is a kinetic-style Visual Novel. Set in the fantasy continent of Ankh-Seah during a dour era referred to as "The Dark Age", one young man strives through trials and heartbreak to accomplish his dream of becoming a hero.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.2%, Swordplay 26.3%, Adventure 12.9%, Linear 10.4%, Lore-Rich 9.5%
- #7 Gingar Ail
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pandora Chung
Mac
Gingar Ail is a story-based SF RPG indie game set on the Moon Base. Become Asta, the protagonist and one of the agents who lost all her memories in an accident, and discover secrets of the Moon Base. Battles involve turn-based strategy.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Story Rich 8.1%, Linear 7.1%
- #8 Paplion
92% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Spheanix
Windows
Fight along with your Papling through the chapters of a mysterious book called Paplion! Explore unique places, befriend new Papling and evolve them to defeat your opponents in this classic style monster-catcher RPG and 2D platforming adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 19.9%, Quick-Time Events 15.6% ★, Side Scroller 14%, Combat 8%
- #9 SpellWheel
91% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Maxim Tsai
Windows
Strategic puzzle-like combat where you mix runes with a magic wheel to defeat goblins, knights, and killer robots. Experiment with magical runes, fight quirky enemies, and defy the will of Death itself, all to rescue your beloved.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.3%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Combat 11.9%, Adventure 8.6%, Colorful 7.2%
- #10 Al Bassel
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2023
Dev: Lucky 7 Studios
Windows
Al bassel is a turn-based puzzle game where you play as a soldier trying to save his kingdom from foreign invasion. you will strategically maneuver around the battlefield and try to outsmart and outmaneuver your enemies.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.2%, Turn-Based Combat 21.3%, Historical 17.4%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Story Rich 7.5%
- #11 Novaxandria Volume 01
90% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: JoL's AtelierPub: JoL
Windows · Mac
This game is a combination of a visual novel and a 2D turn-based strategy game. It marks the first volume in the Novaxandria series. Join young Iris, our main protagonist, as she develops friendship with a group of other kids, and fights against the injustice that’s happening in their orphanage.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.1%, Visual Novel 22.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Linear 9.8%, Strategy 8.8%
- #12 Land of Ghosts
89% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2026
Dev: brutal_vap
Windows
A literary horror adventure made in RPG Maker MV, where you explore a land of endless rain and continue a lonely journey through fleeting encounters with ghosts. Rain-soaked landscapes and quiet conversations shape a desolate, melancholic road ahead.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Adventure 14.6%, Violent 14%
- #13 Dark Renaissance
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio VPub: Leonardo Interactive
Windows
An exciting Interactive History Drama that will let you experience first-hand the real and darker story of Renaissance. Take on the role of an indomitable mercenary captain, fight fearsome enemies, make influential choices and forge your own path to glory.
Why similar: Swordplay 23.5%, Historical 18%, Quick-Time Events 17.2% ★, Visual Novel 16.7%, Story Rich 7.2%
- #14 Reaper Rules
88% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Finaltime Game Studio
Windows
Mix 2D platforming, action, and mystery in a compact adventure designed to be played in a single sitting. Reaper Rules is short, challenging, and full of personality.
Why similar: Linear 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 20.6%, Story Rich 15.7%, Side Scroller 15.7%, 2D 10.9%
- #15 Evard The Hermit: Through Fears
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ljuros
Windows
Evard can absorb other people's fears and phobias. But this gift is also his biggest curse. Step into his story and uncover the truth about his origins. Explore a 2D medieval world, find the sources of various fears, and defeat them.
Why similar: Swordplay 38.8%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Combat 13.3%, Story Rich 9.7%, Linear 8.1%
- #16 AMEDAMA
86% matchVery Positive86% of 110 reviews2024
Dev: IzanagiGames
Windows
Side-scrolling, soul-shifting sandbox action adventure brought to life with a striking new 2D style! With only his soul remaining, Yushin must fight tooth and nail, possessing body after body on a quest to find his sister. With just seven days left until his soul departs, can he save her in time?
Why similar: Swordplay 35.3%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Historical 14.5%, Combat 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #17 Zaria
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zaap
Windows
A young family finds itself at the heart of an unprecedented family drama. Manipulate the all-powerful white and black dices in this turn-based narrative roguelike, and help them get out of this mess.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Story Rich 12.6%, Lore-Rich 11.7%
- #18 Endless Samurai
85% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Montblanc Hatch
Windows
One Strike. Total Tension. A Japanese parry-driven roguelite that blends turn-based depth with fast-paced action. Master the parry. Control the battle.
Why similar: Swordplay 28.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.2%, Historical 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #19 Heart Decay
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: NuttyCat Games
Windows
Heart Decay is a story-driven turn-based strategy game featuring 32-bit pixel art visuals. Execute lethal counter-attacks with precise timing during reaction windows that open during enemy moves. Shape your destiny in a dark world defined by a rich narrative.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Quick-Time Events 12.3% ★, Violent 9.1%
- #20 PixelQuest - Herb's Adventure
84% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: AntaresVids
Windows
A classic, story-driven JRPG with a modern dice-building combat system. Level up your skills and dice, meet intriguing characters, and guide Herb on his path to become a hero!
Why similar: Swordplay 28.9%, Turn-Based Combat 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Combat 8.2%, Story Rich 8.2%
- #21 Territorial Hissing
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: hrok
Windows
Territorial Hissing is a 2D sidescroller adventure about bringing down a corrupt corporation in an otherwise bright and colorful land. Something smells fishy. Save your home in this comedy adventure!
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.3%, Violent 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Linear 11.7%, Colorful 8.6%
- #22 NORSE: Oath of Blood
81% matchMixed55% of 2,647 reviews2026
Dev: Arctic HazardPub: Tripwire Presents
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A Turn-Based Tactics game set in Viking-Age Norway. Build a settlement, forge alliances, and fight strategic battles. Manage a community of craftspeople, farmers, and warriors, as you grow strong on your path to vengeance in this story-rich saga.
Why similar: Swordplay 29%, Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Historical 13.3%, Lore-Rich 8.9%
- #23 Empire of Angels IV
82% matchMixed66% of 440 reviews2016
Dev: SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
This is a SLG game that developed by SOFTSTAR in Taiwan. Is a dramatic, beautiful painting, use full-time vocal and funniest 3D game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 43%, Turn-Based Combat 24.7%, Adventure 11.9%, Strategy 9.8%, Story Rich 8%
- #24 War of Zanzor III: Birth of Unity
82% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ben Bartee
Windows
A traditional turn based RPG with a huge focus on story. An endless evil plagues the world but are they truly evil? Watch the world change before your eyes as the universe reaches its end! Save the universe from the secrets of your world in War of Zanzor III: Birth of Unity!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Turn-Based Combat 19.8%, Linear 17.3%, Historical 14.2%, Story Rich 10.6%
- #25 北斗将星录
80% matchVery Positive84% of 62 reviews2024
Dev: 土猫重工
Windows
《BeiDou hero legend》is a turn-based RPG game.You will play the role of a Taoist and go back to the Three Kingdoms Period.You must collect seven powerful magic weapons and use the power of historic hero to fight with the evil king.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.3%, Historical 19.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Linear 13.1%, Adventure 8%
- #26 Unto The End
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 471 reviews2020
Dev: 2 Ton Studios
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Master tactical sword fighting combat, or discover ways to avoid bloodshed. A journey that trusts you from beginning to end.
Why similar: Swordplay 51.8%, Violent 14.2%, Adventure 12%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Combat 5.2%
- #27 Hungry For Loot
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dragon's Isle Software
Windows · Linux
A story driven RPG where you play as a party of slimes searching for food to feed their clan through winter, only to get dragged into a greater fight for survival. * This game is under active development.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.5%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Linear 12.2%, Story Rich 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #28 The Battle of Visby
79% matchMixed53% of 15 reviews2020
Dev: ChalkstoneInteractivePub: Chalkstone Interactive
Windows
The Battle of Visby takes place during the summer of 1361. King Valdemar of Denmark invandes the Swedish Island Gotland. A ragtag army of farmers decides to take up arms against the invaders. -The game is a narrative "walking simulator" mixed with "Quick time events.
Why similar: Violent 34.6%, Quick-Time Events 25.3% ★, Historical 18.1%, Adventure 15.9%, Indie 6%
- #29 浮世万千三天地情殇
78% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: 飞天大胖喵
Windows
Xianxia story to independent games, original story, personal development, text volume of more than 300,000 words.
Why similar: Swordplay 35.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Adventure 7.3%, Lore-Rich 7.1%
- #30 Three Kingdom Legend:Zhào Yún - 7 In 7 Out
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 晟shèng
Windows
Embody Zhào Yún, the historical figure. Through turn-based combat and strategy, experience the lone valor of 7 In 7 Out and the gallant fire of rescuing the helpless to relive this Heroic Epic.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.5%, Turn-Based Combat 28.6%, Historical 24.6%, 2D 6.5%, Strategy 4%
- #31 Narb Fortunii
76% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Hoppy
Windows · Linux
Narb Fortunii is a short, story driven adventure. Move through the environment and read the characters dialogue while you enjoy the music. Complete a platforming challenge to reach the final conversation of this whimsical adventure.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.2%, Adventure 17.6%, Lore-Rich 16.9%, Linear 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%
- #32 World Zero
77% matchPositive94% of 36 reviews2022
Dev: Ashton Chiu
Windows
World Zero is a simple easy to pick up turn based rpg. You play as Shouta Kitano, a boy who fell from an alternate universe thanks to his missing father's watch. Now he is tasked to deliver the core and save the world from the Black Mist to return home.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.2%, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #33 Limbus Company
74% matchVery Positive88% of 106,294 reviews2023
Dev: ProjectMoon
Windows
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 210.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 22.9%, Visual Novel 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Lore-Rich 16.9%, Story Rich 12.7%
- #34 Elium - Prison Escape
78% matchMostly Positive71% of 44 reviews2018
Dev: Lone Artisan Games
Windows
Elium - Prison Escape is a skill-based swordfighting action roguelite in a medieval setting. Play in First and 3rd Person view with shooter-like controls, in a challenging and unforgiving prison environment with the main goal of finding an escape.
Why similar: Swordplay 68%, Violent 26.3%, Indie 3.2%, First-Person 2.5%
- #35 BackToThreeKingdoms
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BecoachStudio
Windows
Back To Three Kingdoms is a turn-based tactical wargame .You play as a food delivery man who travels back to the the Three Kingdoms period. Assemble an army led by three powerful generals to take on a series of distinct levels . Unlock more unique generals and formidable equipment as you progress.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.4%, Historical 22%, Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, Strategy 10.2%, 2D 8%
- #36 觉梦:赛博
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: 雨晨
Windows · Mac
一个无所事事的网络侦探,有一天他的好友刘玄介绍了一个疑点重重的委托,拜托他去调查赛博梦境的杀人案,主角确卷入了更大的阴谋。
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.7%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Adventure 14.3%, Strategy 9.7%, 2D 5.4%
- #37 Driven Out
75% matchVery Positive84% of 273 reviews2019
Dev: No Pest ProductionsPub: Jens Kolhammar
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Beautiful 16 bit retro art style with fluid animations and deliberate combat. Read the enemy and act accordingly in this seamless world without any load screens.
Why similar: Swordplay 49.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Adventure 10.5%, 2D 6.9%
- #38 Palace of a Thousand Curses
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Scruffy Dog Games
Windows
Parry and thrust your way into a 2.5D action platformer with a unique style-based combat system. As you explore hidden passageways and duel strange creatures, you will need all of your swashbuckling panache to survive.
Why similar: Swordplay 43.6%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Historical 13.6%, Combat 10.9%, 2D 4.6%
- #39 云游道士
73% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: 华亭鹤唳
Windows
在本游戏中,你将扮演一名离开山门的云游道士,四处流浪、降妖伏魔。而这一次的降魔委托,则与以往大不相同;你要面对的不是山野精怪、不是恶棍邪修,而是更深刻的存在。你会结识各种奇人异士,并将与他们的共同经历刻画为心中的印记。除去当下的委托之外,你还可以在茶馆听说书人讲述你旅途中的奇闻异事,也可以与佳人才女共赏诗文乐章,还能在乾坤盘上一展符箓之威。云游四方的途中,收获的不仅仅是一次次的战斗记忆,还有对世事无常、人心叵测的感悟······
Why similar: Historical 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Lore-Rich 12.4%
- #40 Reikon: Reawaken
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Exol
Windows
Reikon: Reawaken is a first-person slasher where mouse or joystick swings decide the way your sword attacks, providing an immersive combat experience.
Why similar: Swordplay 54.4%, Linear 18.7%, Combat 10.4%, First-Person 6.9%, Adventure 5.8%
- #41 Trek to Yomi
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,020 reviews2022
Dev: Leonard MenchiariPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman Hiroki is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.
Why similar: Swordplay 33.7%, Side Scroller 16%, Violent 13.7%, Historical 13.6%, Combat 9.2%
- #42 大侠请重来
71% matchVery Positive82% of 3,561 reviews2022
Dev: 熊窝dodox
Windows · Mac
无限重来,再战江湖,10分钟一局
Why similar: Swordplay 33.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 31.3%, Visual Novel 26.2%, 2D 5.4%, Indie 1.7%
- #43 Blocks!: Hammer of the Scots
73% matchMixed57% of 28 reviews2020
Dev: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
Hammer of the Scots brings both the rebellion of the Braveheart, William Wallace, and the uprising of Robert the Bruce, the Bandit King, to life. As English, you seek to pacify Scotland by controlling all important nobles. The Scots also seeks their allegiance to support the struggle for freedom.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.9%, Historical 23.6%, Swordplay 20.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Strategy 5.3%
- #44 My Demon Academia
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Malachite Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Raise a runt into the King of Demons, battle its siblings and overthrow the Demon King. Power is earned. Family is optional.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 42.9%, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, Linear 15.4%, 2D 8%, Strategy 6.4%
- #45 Halberd Black
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eclipse Game Studios
Windows
A sci-fi turn-based JRPG game with a rich story and a diverse cast of characters!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.9%, Violent 18.2%, Story Rich 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Adventure 8.2%
- #46 Sword's Soul Duel
73% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Simplicity Game Studio
Windows
1.On-line battle : Select a swordsman role for youself , know about its skills and property , and use it to duel with opponent. 2.Fight a battle of wits and courage: Within the on-line battle , under the limited time . 3.Single mode:Can provide the base play training and feeling about this game .
Why similar: Swordplay 34.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 30.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Strategy 9.1%, Combat 8.6%
- #47 Misdecayed
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hajimeli
Windows
An adventure RPG about life, death, rebirth, and robots, from the team that brought you vivid/stasis.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.7%, Adventure 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Story Rich 9.4%, Lore-Rich 7.9%
- #48 VANILLA - GARDEN OF JUDGEMENT
71% matchPositive95% of 38 reviews2018
Dev: CHARON
Windows
"In life and death, in the paradise between those, you will know your own crime" A visual novel ADV where raw and dead intersect "Garden of the Vanilla Judgment" Circle CHARON's latest work challenging straight from the theme of "life and death".
Why similar: Violent 52.7%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Adventure 16.6%, Indie 6.5%
- #49 Donna the Firebreather
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Peli117 Games
Windows · Linux
A 2D 1-bit pixel-art narrative adventure game about personal growth and self-discovery. Explore the city of Corado, meet its inhabitants, collect items and complete quests to save your circus family from jail.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.6%, Side Scroller 25.4%, Adventure 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #50 The Last City
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: IceWaveOne
Windows
Establish your civilization in The Lost City, a focused turn-based strategy game. Scout the wilds, deploy settlers to found new outposts, and manage your workforce to harvest timber and food. Protect your citizens from bandits and monsters in this streamlined city-building adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 43.9%, Turn-Based Combat 30.8%, 2D 10.4%, Strategy 8.7%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #51 Assault On Sector 12
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Balteika Games
Windows
A turn-based, squad-focused tactical defense game where your squad holds the line against advancing enemy waves.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34%, Turn-Based Combat 30.5%, Combat 13%, 2D 8.8%, Strategy 7.6%
- #52 Hunyadi Strategy
70% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: 8 Continents Ltd.
Windows
Hunyadi is a hexagonal strategy game based on a historical character John Hunyadi from the 15th Century. He was one of the greatest military mind of his age. He lead military campaigns mostly against the rising Ottoman empire.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29%, Historical 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Linear 13.6%, Story Rich 6.8%
- #53 Voiceover
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ALTREN WORLDS LLC
Windows
Voiceover is a single player game, inspired by Disco Elysium and classic JRPGs, where real world is shown through the prism of main character's mental disorders.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 33.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Story Rich 13%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Adventure 10.3%
- #54 江山如画
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: 七度灰工作室
Windows
This game is an RPG turn based combat game of the Three Kingdoms type. Focusing on the promotion of the plot, it tells the story of a despondent royal family who fled, made contributions, and dominated the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 38%, Historical 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 19.2%, Combat 11.1%, 2D 7.9%
- #55 Gridwardens
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Kr1sek
Windows · Linux
Gridwardens is a turn-based tactics game built for quick, satisfying battles on a grid. Pick your squad, read the battlefield, and outsmart your opponent with clever positioning, timing, and ability combos. Every turn matters, and every unit can swing the match.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Strategy 10%, Linear 7.9%
- #56 Eternal Remnant: The First Chapter
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Arcfinder StudiosPub: Electric Airship
Windows
Dive into the unforgettable tale of two siblings on the run in this emotional RPG journey. With only their wits and a cursed power too dangerous to control, they must fight, explore and scavenge to survive in an unfamiliar world. Will their bond be strong enough to endure the road ahead?
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.9%, Linear 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Story Rich 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
- #57 Blade of One
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Leo TorrijosPub: Trashmonger
Windows · Linux
Blade of One is a methodical 2D swordfighting game with simple controls. Strike down foes in a single hit, before they do the same to you.
Why similar: Swordplay 49.2%, Historical 16.5%, Linear 9.6%, Combat 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #58 Makuta Stories
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nova Star
Windows
Makuta Stories is a wacky RPG all about fast-paced and exciting turn-based combat! Play as Makuta and his friends as you explore Stardust Island, engage in both normal battles and 1vs1 duels, hunt for secrets and learn lots of different Fighting Styles for you! I hope you're up for the challenge!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 34.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Adventure 11.4%, Linear 9.3%, Strategy 7.5%
- #59 Daydream
67% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Adventure Hat
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based JRPG with a focus on characters and story.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.7%, Turn-Based Combat 23.3%, Linear 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Story Rich 10.9%
- #60 飄流幻境M
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 210 reviews2024
Dev: Chinesegamer
Windows
"Wonderland M" is a turn-based MMORPG with ancient civilizations, cute characters, and exploration. Pilot vehicles, meet characters, recruit companions, and create your dream home. Compose your own legendary adventure in "Wonderland M"!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, Linear 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%