- #1 The Iron Oath
97% matchMostly Positive78% of 900 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: Party-Based RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Tactical RPG 11.5%, CRPG 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10%
Why You'll Like It: It features a similar focus on party management and tactical turn-based combat within a gritty, evolving medieval world.
- #2 Solasta: Crown of the Magister
96% matchVery Positive87% of 22,100 reviews2021
Dev: Tactical Adventures
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location and the verticality of the battle field in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.1 Ruleset. In Solasta, you make the choices, dice decide your destiny.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.2%, CRPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Team-Based 13.5%, Strategy RPG 13%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers the most authentic D&D 5e tactical grid-based combat experience currently available on Steam.
- #3 Battle Brothers
96% matchVery Positive88% of 27,494 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 93.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Turn-Based Tactics 25.9%, Medieval 24.1%, Character Customization 19.6%, Sandbox 18.6%, Strategy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging strategy RPG that shares the grid-based movement and brutal, high-stakes tactical combat found in Low Magic Age.
- #4 Wartales
95% matchVery Positive86% of 34,811 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 51.8 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: Party-Based RPG 23.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Medieval 12.7%, Tactical RPG 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: This open-world mercenary simulator excels at party-based tactical combat and grid-based positioning in a medieval setting.
- #5 Netherguild
94% matchVery Positive96% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: David Vinokurov
Windows · Linux
Descend into Netherguild, a tactical grid-based roguelite. Lead expeditions deep into mysterious, strange depths. Explore, battle dangerous foes, and manage resources carefully. Push your limits before returning to resupply. What secrets await below?
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 14.3%, Tactical RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Turn-Based 13%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling focused RPG that emphasizes party management and tactical turn-based combat in a dark fantasy setting.
- #6 Stoneshard
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 34,341 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: Turn-Based 29.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, Roguelike 13.4%, Medieval 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, turn-based roguelike RPG that captures the gritty, methodical dungeon-crawling feel of the seed game.
- #7 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
93% matchVery Positive84% of 42,844 reviews2021
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: META Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations.
Why similar: CRPG 27.9%, Tactical RPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Combat 22.8%, Character Customization 15.1%, Strategy 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly deep character-building system and robust turn-based combat options for fans of complex RPG mechanics.
- #8 Voidspire Tactics
92% 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: Turn-Based 21%, Tactical RPG 18.4%, Party-Based RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy RPG 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: An indie gem that prioritizes tactical grid-based combat and character growth through a flexible class system.
- #9 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
91% matchVery Positive88% of 6,291 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: Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Turn-Based 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style tactical RPG that focuses heavily on grid-based movement and diverse character class customization.
- #10 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 202,747 reviews2017
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 31.7 hrsMean: 75.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.9%, CRPG 18.7%, Tactical RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Strategy RPG 14.1%
Why You'll Like It: Offers exceptional tactical depth and environmental interaction in a party-based, turn-based fantasy RPG format.
- #11 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
90% matchVery Positive94% of 9,707 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.1%, Party-Based RPG 14.7%, CRPG 13.9%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features an incredibly deep tactical grid-based combat system with extensive character customization and ability synergy.
- #12 Tales of Maj'Eyal
89% matchVery Positive95% of 7,315 reviews2013
Dev: Netcore Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 39.9% ★, Turn-Based 29.1%, Dungeon Crawler 18.8%, Roguelike 10.7%, Character Customization 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, turn-based roguelike that offers immense character build variety and tactical complexity for dungeon-crawling enthusiasts.
- #13 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
88% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,427 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.6%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive tactical RPG that masterfully balances grid-based combat, party composition, and strategic decision-making.
- #14 Archaelund
87% matchVery Positive84% of 392 reviews2024
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows
Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.6%, Turn-Based 21%, Grid-Based Movement 20.1%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, CRPG 14.4%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world party-based RPG that utilizes a grid-based combat system reminiscent of classic tabletop dungeon crawlers.
- #15 Wildermyth
86% matchVery Positive95% of 18,135 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based 14.7%, Character Customization 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines procedural storytelling with engaging tactical combat that rewards clever positioning and party coordination.
- #16 Heroes of Steel RPG
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 284 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: Party-Based RPG 15%, Turn-Based 14.3%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Dungeon Crawler 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on party-based tactical combat and dungeon exploration with a strong emphasis on character abilities and positioning.
- #17 Geneforge 1 - Mutagen
86% matchVery Positive94% of 437 reviews2021
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.4%, Party-Based RPG 18%, CRPG 16.9%, Dungeon Crawler 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A unique CRPG that allows for deep party-based customization and strategic turn-based combat in a distinct fantasy world.
- #18 Gloomhaven
85% matchVery Positive82% of 15,902 reviews2021
Dev: Flaming Fowl StudiosPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lead your band of mercenaries in the land of Gloomhaven, work with unsavoury individuals, shape the fate of the region, fight your way through horrific places and get rich or die trying in this ruthless Tactical-RPG.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.2%, Turn-Based 19%, Tactical RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful digital adaptation of the board game that focuses entirely on high-stakes, grid-based tactical combat and party synergy.
- #19 Expeditions: Rome
84% matchVery Positive88% of 6,559 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.0 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: Party-Based RPG 23.1%, CRPG 17.9%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features a strong emphasis on party-based tactical combat and RPG elements set against a historical backdrop.
- #20 Glorious Companions
84% matchMixed62% of 206 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: Turn-Based 16.1%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Strategy RPG 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox tactical RPG that features grid-based combat and party management similar to the seed game's mechanics.
- #21 Crawl Tactics
82% 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 16.5%, Party-Based RPG 14.7%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A focused tactical RPG that emphasizes grid-based movement and turn-based combat within a dungeon-crawling loop.
- #22 Dungeonmans
83% matchVery Positive91% of 1,217 reviews2014
Dev: Adventurepro Games LLC
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Crush monsters and get loots in the classic turn-based style of deep dungeons and high adventure! Grow the Dungeonmans Academy, a bastion of learning that expands as you play. Serious gameplay with a light-hearted atmosphere, combining the feel of history's great RPGs and dice-slinging adventures around the tabletop.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 52.1% ★, Grid-Based Movement 16.2%, Roguelike 14.1%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Dungeon Crawler 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted but mechanically deep dungeon crawler that utilizes turn-based movement and combat systems.
- #23 Darkest Dungeon®
81% matchVery Positive92% of 159,462 reviews2016
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 34.3%, Dungeon Crawler 26.5%, Turn-Based 22.5%, Roguelike 13.5%, Strategy 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: While side-scrolling, it captures the intense party management and tactical decision-making required for successful dungeon crawling.
- #24 Mortal Glory
81% matchVery Positive87% of 582 reviews2020
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Mortal Glory is a fantasy-themed tactical roguelike game about recruiting a team of gladiators and pitting them against brutal competition in a blood-soaked tournament. Train your gladiators, find a legendary sword, learn ancient spells, recruit a celebrity, cheat - do whatever it takes to bring glory to your name!
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 12.4% ★, Turn-Based 11.3%, Party-Based RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%, Tactical RPG 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines roguelike elements with tactical, turn-based combat and party management in a gladiatorial setting.
- #25 Paths & Danger
82% matchMixed66% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Embark on an enchanting journey to Paths & Danger, a masterfully crafted procedural turn-based RPG that seamlessly blends simplicity with tactical brilliance. Get ready to be captivated as you assemble a formidable fellowship, where the art of teamwork takes center stage.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based 14%, Grid-Based Movement 13.2%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that focuses on turn-based combat and strategic positioning in a dark fantasy world.
- #26 UnderRail
80% matchVery Positive86% of 7,097 reviews2015
Dev: Stygian Software
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 39.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.6%, CRPG 30.2%, Turn-Based Combat 21.6%, Old School 8.1%, Sandbox 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, turn-based RPG that rewards tactical thinking and character build optimization in a dangerous, atmospheric world.
- #27 Age of Reforging: The Freelands
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,276 reviews2025
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 10.0 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: Party-Based RPG 20.9%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.1%, Medieval 10.5%
- #28 The Banner Saga
79% matchVery Positive89% of 15,879 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 30%, Tactical RPG 23.2%, Strategy RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Strategy 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct grid-based tactical combat system that emphasizes party management and difficult narrative choices.
- #29 ATOM RPG: Post-apocalyptic indie game
79% matchVery Positive85% of 10,478 reviews2018
Dev: AtomTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
ATOM RPG is a post-apocalyptic indie game, inspired by classic CRPGs: Fallout, Wasteland, Deus Ex, Baldur's Gate and many others.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.5%, CRPG 31%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Sandbox 14%, Strategy 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style turn-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and tactical combat in a post-apocalyptic setting.
- #30 The Adventurers
78% matchVery Positive87% of 99 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: Party-Based RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Tactical RPG 12.1%, Team-Based 10.8%, Strategy RPG 10.7%
- #31 Endless RPG - Untold Tales
75% matchVery Positive99% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Kezarus
Windows
Craft a party of diverse characters, each with customizable skills and looks. Explore a living world with dynamic day-night cycles, changing seasons, and diverse biomes. Embark on an epic journey where you shape your destiny as the director of your unique story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 11.8%, Party-Based RPG 11.6%, CRPG 10.7%, Tactical RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.6%
- #32 The Doors of Trithius
76% matchVery Positive94% of 883 reviews2021
Dev: Jake Donkersgoed
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The Doors of Trithius is an open-world RPG roguelike. Engage in tactical turn-based combat in a living world of warring factions, wandering behemoths, and ancient magic. Level your skills, cook, craft, and explore dungeons. Will you follow the story, or let adventure be your guide?
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 35.6% ★, Turn-Based 18%, CRPG 13.2%, Dungeon Crawler 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%
- #33 A Kobold Story : Trenchcoat Adventurer
75% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Crystal Spider Games
Windows
Join three hungry Kobolds (and several Trenchcoats) in a hand-drawn, classical dungeon-crawling adventure to be Great Heroes - but mostly to find Shiny Things and Eat Good Food!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 15.6%, Grid-Based Movement 14.1%, CRPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%
- #34 Leman
77% 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 16.4%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Dungeon Crawler 11%
- #35 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
77% 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: Turn-Based 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Tactical RPG 14%, Grid-Based Movement 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%
- #36 Terra Randoma
74% matchVery Positive90% of 164 reviews2024
Dev: Deniz K.
Windows
Terra Randoma is a turn-based roguelike RPG in a procedurally generated open world. Travel a world full of curiousity and perilous dungeons. Develop your character however you want with skills, talent stones and randomized items while you discover an ancient secret.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 23% ★, Turn-Based 18.4%, Tactical RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.8%
- #37 Rogue Fable IV
73% matchVery Positive94% of 226 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Forge Games
Windows · Mac
Storm the lair of the immortal wizard Yendor in this fast paced, turn based, traditional rogue-like. The massive scope, deep mechanics and challenging gameplay that define the genre distilled into dense and highly varied one hour runs.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 23.3% ★, Tactical RPG 11.9%, Dungeon Crawler 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%
- #38 Abalon: Roguelike Tactics CCG
73% matchVery Positive94% of 736 reviews2023
Dev: D20Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Abalon is a roguelike adventure that fuses tactical turn-based combat and card strategy. Choose your summoner and explore a tabletop world to discover its secrets. Build the perfect deck, outsmart your enemies and become legend!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19%, Grid-Based Movement 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 13.1%
- #39 AntharioN
76% 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 23%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, CRPG 15.7%, Dungeon Crawler 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #40 Dawnsbury Days
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 899 reviews2024
Dev: Dawnsbury Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Lead a group of childhood friends through their first adventures in a turn-based tactical RPG played under the rules of PF2E, the second edition of a powerful OGL ruleset. Customize their builds, acquire loot and level up, and ultimately defeat the sinister enemies who threaten your hometown.
Why similar: CRPG 16.5%, Party-Based RPG 16%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%
- #41 Lost In The Open
72% matchMixed66% of 163 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: Turn-Based 15.9%, Grid-Based Movement 14.2%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
- #42 Tenderfoot Tactics
73% matchVery Positive82% of 268 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin MaxonPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A party of goblins, granted magic by an ancient spirit, wanders the archipelago, fighting back the terrible Fog. Wield elemental power with wild repercussions in this open-world tactics RPG.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.2%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%
- #43 Forged of Blood
74% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 15%, Grid-Based Movement 14.5%, Tactical RPG 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Strategy RPG 12.1%
- #44 The Age of Decadence
71% matchVery Positive82% of 3,976 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 fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees.
Why similar: CRPG 20.3%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%
- #45 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 180 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 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Tactical RPG 11.4%, Strategy RPG 9.9%
- #46 Veterum
67% matchVery Positive92% of 138 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 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Strategy RPG 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Grid-Based Movement 13.7%
- #47 Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
71% matchVery Positive86% of 390 reviews2019
Dev: Portal Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Build unique class-and-race combinations, shape your talents, and test your strategy in a tactical roguelike dungeon crawler packed with campaigns, challenge runs, loot, bosses, and replayable depth. Your plan may be brilliant. The dungeon may disagree.
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 25% ★, Turn-Based 23.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Character Customization 11.1%
- #48 Zoria: Age of Shattering
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 620 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Team-Based 12.8%, CRPG 11%, Tactical RPG 10.8%
- #49 Our Adventurer Guild
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,208 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Character Customization 11%, Dungeon Crawler 10.5%
- #50 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
68% matchVery Positive91% of 476 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 23.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Tactical RPG 12.4%, Strategy RPG 12%
- #51 Realms of Magic
68% matchVery Positive81% of 990 reviews2022
Dev: Polished Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Embark on a journey through the Old Kingdom in Realms of Magic - a sandbox RPG where you customize your character, choose your path, and immerse yourself in the fantasy world as a knight, wizard, miner, lumberjack, farmer, and more. After all, this is YOUR adventure.
Why similar: Sandbox 63.7%, Adventure 21.8%, Character Customization 14.4%
- #52 Valorborn
67% matchMixed63% of 463 reviews2026
Dev: Laps Games
Windows
Dive into a living medieval fantasy sandbox RPG where the world moves with or without you and factions rise and fall. Become a thief, hunter, or sellsword, survive alone or with a party, and shape your story in a fully enterable world where every building, cave, and road hides opportunity or danger.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 29.1%, Tactical RPG 21.4%, Medieval 16.2%, Sandbox 14.4%, Character Customization 10.3%
- #53 Balrum
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 789 reviews2016
Dev: Balcony Softworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Balrum is an old-school, turn-based, open world RPG with deep tactical combat. Explore a huge living fantasy world with dozens of side quests next to an epic main quest. Grow your own crops, build your home, and craft your own custom items.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.9%, CRPG 22.9%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Old School 13.7%, Sandbox 12.1%
- #54 FLAMBERGE
71% 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: Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Tactical RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
- #55 Soulash 2
66% matchVery Positive86% of 2,362 reviews2023
Dev: Artur Smiarowski
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Soulash 2 is a sandbox RPG roguelike with a procedurally generated open world, simulated history, skill-based progression system, customizable abilities, material-based crafting, building, trading, and the possibility of total mayhem. Will you save your world or destroy it?
Why similar: Traditional Roguelike 54.6% ★, Turn-Based Combat 23.9%, Sandbox 21.6%
- #56 The Fall of the Dungeon Guardians - Enhanced Edition
69% matchVery Positive84% of 673 reviews2015
Dev: Mana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 24.9%, Dungeon Crawler 24.5%, Party-Based RPG 22.9%, Old School 15%, Roguelike 5.6%
- #57 Kingsvein
66% matchVery Positive92% of 300 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: Party-Based RPG 22.2%, Tactical RPG 17.4%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
- #58 Swords And Magic: Path Of Conquest
66% matchVery Positive86% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: ShadowMoon Wolf Game Tech Ltd
Windows
Swords And Magic: Path Of Conquest is a Real-Time Auto Combat game with Team RPG elements set in a fantasy world! Gather your adventurers, build your team, challenge Dungeons, claim your rightful reward and reveal the mystery of the world!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 51.7%, Medieval 20.9%, Roguelike 19.3%, Strategy 8.2%
- #59 Alvora Tactics
69% matchVery Positive93% of 149 reviews2017
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 15.5%, Tactical RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.5%
- #60 Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 783 reviews2025
Dev: AtomTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Swordhaven is a party‑based low‑magic fantasy cRPG with a deep character creation system, rich storytelling, and seamless turn‑based/RTwP combat. Explore Nova Drakonia, uncover ancient secrets, meet hundreds of NPCs with unique quests, and shape the fate of the world through your choices.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.5%, CRPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Strategy RPG 14%, Medieval 11.6%