- #1 Urtuk: The Desolation
97% matchVery Positive88% of 2,546 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.3%, Post-apocalyptic 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Strategy RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a grim, open-world tactical experience with a focus on party survival and brutal turn-based combat.
- #2 Kingsvein
96% matchVery Positive92% of 317 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 19.6%, Party-Based RPG 16.2%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art tactical RPG that emphasizes party-based strategy and exploration in a dark fantasy setting.
- #3 The Iron Oath
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 926 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 20.2%, Party-Based RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep party management and tactical turn-based combat set in a dark, evolving fantasy world.
- #4 Stoneshard
95% matchMostly Positive75% of 35,730 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 38.9 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: RPG 22.9%, Survival 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Medieval 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a gritty, turn-based experience with a focus on survival, tactical positioning, and punishing difficulty.
- #5 The Last Spell
94% matchVery Positive91% of 13,760 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.4%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical turn-based defense with dark, atmospheric survival elements in a world on the brink of destruction.
- #6 Battle Brothers
94% matchVery Positive88% of 28,918 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 94.7 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: Tactical RPG 24.2%, Strategy RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Tactical 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential tactical mercenary simulator that captures the high-stakes survival and grim atmosphere found in Memolith.
- #7 Wartales
92% matchVery Positive85% of 36,051 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: Party-Based RPG 25.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.4%, Tactical RPG 19.9%, Medieval 12%, RPG 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines open-world exploration with party-based tactical combat and survival mechanics in a harsh, unforgiving world.
- #8 Voidspire Tactics
93% matchVery Positive97% of 291 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 25%, Party-Based RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, RPG 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep, grid-based tactical combat and character customization reminiscent of classic party-based RPGs.
- #9 Dead Grid
91% matchVery Positive94% of 534 reviews2026
Dev: Atom Void
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Dead Grid is a turn-based strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, infused with an 80s retro vibe. Lead a squad of elite mercenaries, fight relentless hordes, discover survivors, and build up your camp with hundreds of scavenged upgrades.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic tactical game that focuses on loot, gore, and turn-based combat against hordes of enemies.
- #10 Dark Deity
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,115 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.5%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Tactical 11%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style tactical RPG that emphasizes character growth and turn-based strategy in a war-torn world.
- #11 Forgotten Mines
90% matchVery Positive80% of 333 reviews2024
Dev: Cannibal GoosePub: Ishtar Games
Windows
Wreak vengeance and retake lost mines from goblins, orcs, skeletons, and demons in this small-scale tactical roguelite RPG. Build the perfect expedition team and turn the underworld red with each challenging, fast-paced run.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.4%, Strategy RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, RPG 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelite that emphasizes party management and turn-based combat within a dark, subterranean setting.
- #12 Wildermyth
89% matchVery Positive95% of 18,287 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 33.3%, Tactical RPG 26.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, RPG 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on procedural storytelling and tactical party-based combat that evolves based on your characters' choices.
- #13 Urban Strife
88% matchMostly Positive70% of 698 reviews2026
Dev: White Pond GamesPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Old school TBS, post-apoc survival and RPG. Recruit deranged locals in your militia, ally local factions and fight those you hate. Haul loot back and rebuild your shelter, doctor your wounds, and fix your guns. People need feeding, booze needs brewing and there is an end of the world to enjoy.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 15.2%, Post-apocalyptic 14.4%, Zombies 12.8%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game focusing on survival and base management in a post-apocalyptic urban setting.
- #14 Black Legend
89% matchMixed65% of 213 reviews2021
Dev: Warcave
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A dark, immersive Turn Based Strategy RPG. Master tactical combat and the art of 17th century alchemy to liberate a doomed city from a bloodthirsty cult inspired by the great alchemist Mephisto.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Tactical 14.9%, Dark 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, turn-based tactical RPG set in an alternate-history 17th-century city filled with alchemy and combat.
- #15 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
87% matchVery Positive93% of 9,873 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.6 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: Tactical RPG 24.9%, Strategy RPG 19.5%, Party-Based RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep tactical system with complex character builds and a focus on party-based progression.
- #16 Wanna Survive
86% matchVery Positive93% of 304 reviews2019
Dev: PINIX
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
HIGH SPEED ZOMBIE TACTICS - Fight mobs of undead attacking from all sides in this streamlined turn-based tactics that emphasizes unit placement and synergies. Help the survivors live through fights and manage their rations to avoid permanent death, and they just might be able to reach the Sanctuary.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Zombies 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Tactical 14.1%, Post-apocalyptic 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult, turn-based tactical game centered on managing a group of survivors in a zombie-infested world.
- #17 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
84% matchVery Positive94% of 14,883 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.2%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Party-Based RPG 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features squad-based tactical combat with a focus on unit management and strategic army building.
- #18 Tenebris: Terra Incognita
84% matchVery Positive81% of 463 reviews2026
Dev: Phantasmica Studios
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG. Experiment with the talent trees of 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment. Defeat 17 terrifying bosses and uncover the secrets of the planet Tenebris!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Tactical 11.1%, RPG 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawling tactical RPG that challenges players to survive in a dark, mysterious environment.
- #19 Low Magic Age
85% matchVery Positive89% of 3,533 reviews2017
Dev: Low Magic Studios
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21.4%, Tactical RPG 20.5%, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful adaptation of tabletop-style tactical combat that prioritizes party synergy and strategic positioning.
- #20 Depth of Extinction
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 209 reviews2018
Dev: HOF Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a flooded world and save humanity from a terrible threat in this turn based, tactical RPG with roguelike elements
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.1%, Party-Based RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic tactical RPG that focuses on squad-based combat and scavenging for survival.
- #21 Escape The Mad Empire
83% matchVery Positive88% of 433 reviews2025
Dev: XperimentalZ Games
Windows
Escape the Mad Empire is a party-based, rogue-like dungeon crawler with intense and deeply tactical combat. Overcome the challenges as a band of heroes, and preserve their lives and sanity by managing resources and growing your base. Can you Escape the Mad Empire?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.7%, Party-Based RPG 22.2%, Strategy RPG 21.5%, Survival 7.5%, Dark Fantasy 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based roguelite that emphasizes tactical combat and resource management in a dark, isometric world.
- #22 Subterrain: Mines of Titan
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 743 reviews2024
Dev: Pixellore IncPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Awaken from an abandoned stasis pod and discover a doomed mining camp on Titan in an uncompromising turn-based survival RPG. Survive the evolving horrors that lurk below and craft equipment, research new gear, fight against overwhelming odds, or even discover your true fate.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 30.9%, Survival 16.1%, Tactical 15.3%, RPG 12.6%, Dark 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused RPG with turn-based combat set in a dark, sci-fi environment.
- #23 Revelatio
81% matchVery Positive93% of 98 reviews2024
Dev: Guild Studio
Windows
"Revelatio" is a turn-based strategy game that combines tile-based combat and elements of roguelike. Strategically summon and control units to claim victory. Stain the world with your darkness by corrupting various units, bosses and even NPCs.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21%, Strategy RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that focuses on turn-based combat and roguelike progression.
- #24 Dead Monarchy
81% matchVery Positive81% of 139 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Zhang
Windows
Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.9%, Tactical 16.4%, RPG 14.3%, Gore 13.6%, Strategy 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A violent, indie tactical RPG that emphasizes party management and strategic combat in a harsh world.
- #25 Tinyfolks
80% matchVery Positive93% of 1,104 reviews2022
Dev: Pierre VandermaesenPub: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.9%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Tactical 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist tactical RPG that focuses on party management and turn-based combat with a distinct pixel-art style.
- #26 Terminus: Zombie Survivors
77% matchVery Positive94% of 4,509 reviews2024
Dev: Longplay Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Terminus: Zombie Survivors is a 2D turn-based survival roguelike set during a zombie apocalypse. Each journey is unique, and every decision can mean the difference between life and death. Can you brave hunger, cold, and the undead in order to reach the Terminus and find salvation?
Why similar: Zombies 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Post-apocalyptic 15.5%, Survival 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #27 Shields of Loyalty
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 185 reviews2025
Dev: Mosaic Mask StudioPub: indie.io
Windows
A dark fantasy turn-based strategy game where unit synergy, positioning and map control wins. Combine your troops strategically and unlock devastating special abilities and combos. Three factions. Three commanders. Infinite tactical possibilities.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Tactical 14.5%, Medieval 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy turn-based strategy game that focuses on tactical positioning and party survival.
- #28 BEAST: False Prophet
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 244 reviews2023
Dev: False Prophet
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%
BEAST is a brutal, gridless tactical RPG that sends players to the dark ages rife with plague and raiders. Join forces with your warband, develop your skills, and unleash your inner beast to shred through your enemies. But take heed, as your choices have consequences – in and out of battle.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.6%, Strategy RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Medieval 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic, tactical RPG that features a unique sanity system and brutal turn-based combat.
- #29 Shardpunk
78% matchVery Positive93% of 784 reviews2023
Dev: Clockwork PilePub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The war is lost, the Capitol lies in ruins, and you’re on the run! Shardpunk mixes turn-based tactical strategy with RPG, survival, and resource management as you gather your team, scavenge for resources, fight enemy hordes, and seek shelter to live another day.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23%, Party-Based RPG 17.5%, Strategy RPG 17%, Post-apocalyptic 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%
- #30 Fallen: A2P Protocol
82% 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: Post-apocalyptic 16.9%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Strategy RPG 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic tactical RPG that emphasizes turn-based combat and exploration in a desolate wasteland.
- #31 Vultures - Scavengers of Death
77% matchVery Positive81% of 607 reviews2026
Dev: Team VulturesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
VULTURES is a tactical turn-based survival horror, inspired by 90's survival horror classics. As an operative, scavenge the infested metropolis for materials and information that could cure the infection plaguing the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.8%, Post-apocalyptic 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Zombies 13.3%
- #32 Lost In The Open
78% matchMixed64% of 166 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 26.9%, Strategy RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Tactical 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelike that emphasizes party-based survival and decision-making in a dangerous world.
- #33 Valor of Man
76% matchVery Positive89% of 176 reviews2026
Dev: Legacy ForgePub: Numskull Games
Windows
Forge your party. Master your fate. In this turn-based roguelite RPG, lead four heroes through a fractured realm of danger and destiny. Build synergies, unlock powerful abilities, and face ever-shifting challenges in an epic battle for survival. No journey is ever the same.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Party-Based RPG 11%, Tactical 8.2%
- #34 Lootbound
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,392 reviews2026
Dev: ArtDockPub: Dreland Enterprises
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Lootbound is a tactical roguelite with turn-based combat, loot management and D&D elements set in a dark fantasy world. Fight dangerous enemies, collect epic loot, recruit allies and lead them on a path of adventure.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 29.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.4%, Tactical 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, RPG 8.7%
- #35 Shards of Order
74% matchVery Positive90% of 644 reviews2026
Dev: FardustPub: Awaken Realms
Windows
A grim RPG with card-based combat where nothing stays dead. Lead a party of survivors through a world undone by shattered Laws. Restore them and reshape the rules of the game, but be ready to face the consequences.
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 42%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Dark 8.1%
- #36 Veterum
75% matchVery Positive86% of 252 reviews2026
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
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 24%, Strategy RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Tactical 9.6%
- #37 Blightstone
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 550 reviews2026
Dev: Unfinished Pixel
Windows
A challenging, turn-based strategy with a roguelike edge. Lead a team of adventurers to destroy the Blightstone and free the world from corruption. Use free movement, dynamic environments and collectable skills to save the crystal, and save the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.1%, Post-apocalyptic 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Tactical 12%
- #38 Prelude Dark Pain
73% matchVery Positive80% of 450 reviews2026
Dev: QUICKFIREGAMESPub: Firesquid
Windows
Prelude Dark Pain is a Tactical RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Assume the role of a local blacksmith named Soren, lead an uprising against the Order of the Ashen Crusade and save a world ravaged by war.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.2%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Medieval 7.8%
- #39 Quasimorph
71% matchVery Positive83% of 8,316 reviews2026
Dev: Magnum ScriptumPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 29.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Take on a role of a hardened PMC fighter in a dark turn-based cyberpunk RPG. Engage in unforgiving combat, manage your ship and pile up the bodies of your clones to unravel the dark mystery behind threat to all life.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.6%, Tactical 24%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, RPG 12.8%, Strategy 9.9%
- #40 Sword Legacy: Omen
76% matchMixed66% of 883 reviews2018
Dev: Firecast Studio
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.2 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 22.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, RPG 8.2%
- #41 Tarnished Blood 🩸 [Tactic RPG]
73% matchVery Positive90% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Juggler GamesPub: Galaktus
Windows
Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 42.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, RPG 13.3%, Dark 9.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
- #42 Fight Life: Vanguard
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 178 reviews2026
Dev: StartImpulsePub: Two Cakes Studio
Windows
Engage in tactical turn-based combat, manage and upgrade each character, and strive to reclaim harmony in a world on the brink of oblivion. Take on the mantle of leadership as you guide a mercenary squad through perilous landscapes, selecting your comrades from a diverse pool of skilled recruits.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.9%, Strategy RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Medieval 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%
- #43 Ash of Gods: Redemption
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,476 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 22.6%, Strategy RPG 20.2%, Party-Based RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Medieval 8.8%
- #44 Nightmare Frontier
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 270 reviews2026
Dev: Ice Code GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Behold! The first-ever Tactical Extraction Looter where you pit your courage and leadership against fears made manifest: the Dreadweavers. Lead a band of Scavengers into a devastated West Coast City of the alternative 1900s. Get in, face the monsters, grab the loot you can carry and get out. Alive.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.6%, Strategy RPG 25.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Strategy 5%
- #45 The Bell Echoes
68% matchVery Positive95% of 214 reviews2026
Dev: 七颗枚
Windows
The Bell Echoes is a story-driven tactical roguelite. Fight alongside a cast of distinctive companions as you venture deeper into the Corrupted Lands, defeat powerful foes, collect Echoes and memory fragments, and uncover the truth behind the characters and the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.1%, Strategy RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 6.2%
- #46 Iratus: Lord of the Dead
70% matchVery Positive86% of 8,273 reviews2020
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!
Why similar: RPG 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Strategy 17.6%, Dark 10.3%
- #47 Prophecy of Ashen
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 234 reviews2026
Dev: hhyuGame
Windows
Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 15.8%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%
- #48 Z Dawn
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 292 reviews2019
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Z Dawn is a survival RPG that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world in which you get to manage a group of survivors to fight for their life, level up their skills, help fight off different breeds of zombies, build and upgrade camp, face hundreds of thrilling events and much more!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Post-apocalyptic 17.2%, Zombies 11.3%, Survival 10.7%
- #49 Regenesis
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: Klopsy
Windows
Guide a group of survivors trying to strive in this alien yet familiar environment. Fight against mutated creatures and use their parts to craft and upgrade your weapons.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Post-apocalyptic 13.2%, RPG 5.7%
- #50 Dark Bestiary
69% matchVery Positive89% of 525 reviews2020
Dev: Qd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Dark Bestiary is a turn-based tactic game with RPG elements. The very core of the game consists of continuous and exciting battles with monsters rather than a deep story. So, you will have to explore a rich combat system and discover your character’s possibilities.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 32.2%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Medieval 13%, Dark 11.9%, RPG 11%
- #51 Kaamos: Puzzle Roguelike
68% matchMostly Positive80% of 89 reviews2025
Dev: Pepperbox StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Kaamos is a bite-sized turn-based puzzle roguelike where battles are fought by matching tiles on a grid with looping rows and columns. Build your character and deck of tiles by looting equipment from your foes. Traverse a dark medieval world where the Sun went down and never rose again.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 22.5%, Tactical RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Tactical 7.3%
- #52 Heroes of Steel RPG
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 286 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: Strategy RPG 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Tactical 9.6%
- #53 Voidsayer
68% matchMixed68% of 111 reviews2025
Dev: Pavel AuseitasauPub: indie.io
Windows
The world has fallen into darkness, cursed by the Abyss. You are one of the many hapless survivors at risk of being consumed. Unlike others, you have a chance to fight back. Voidsayer is a dark monster tamer jRPG. Assemble your monster team, take on eldritch horrors, and return hope to the world.
Why similar: Tactical 29%, RPG 13.8%, Dark 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Strategy 11.4%
- #54 Warbanners
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 615 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Tactical RPG 23.7%, Strategy RPG 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Tactical 9.7%
- #55 Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
66% matchVery Positive82% of 1,412 reviews2025
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Medieval 6.3%
- #56 Path of Achra
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 3,269 reviews2024
Dev: UlfsirePub: Slouching Beast LLC
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Path of Achra is a dark fantasy roguelike of the ancient earth, with a focus on streamlined controls and rapid hero customization. A "broken build sandbox." Fight through the deadly lands of Achra to reach the horrors of the Obelisk, and discover what lies beyond...
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25.5%, RPG 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 23.7%, Medieval 16.4%, 2D 5.4%
- #57 Stories from the Outbreak
67% matchVery Positive81% of 158 reviews2024
Dev: Coldwild Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Stories from the Outbreak is a turn-based roguelike zombie RPG. Lead a group of survivors from the doomed city of Riga towards a ferry sailing across the North Sea. Scavenge for supplies, battle the undead, decide the fate of your team. What are you willing to sacrifice in order to survive?
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 27.7%, Zombies 19.8%, Post-apocalyptic 18.6%, Survival 10.8%, RPG 6.2%
- #58 The Hidden Scrolls
65% matchMostly Positive79% of 148 reviews2026
Dev: Red Dragon StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
A turn-based tactical roguelike fusing Spring and Autumn history with supernatural fantasy. Assemble knights in an ink-oil aesthetic world, venture into five perilous realms, battle monsters and human-born demons, and collect lost bamboo slips to unravel hidden secrets.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 22.2%, Party-Based RPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 9%
- #59 Guards II: Chaos in Hell
64% matchVery Positive95% of 152 reviews2025
Dev: Battlecruiser GamesPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Assemble a squad of four fearless heroes and embark on a deadly journey through the circles of Hell, inspired by dark myths from around the world. Battle legions of demons and challenge the Devil himself!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Party-Based RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Tactical 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 6.9%
- #60 Dead Age
67% matchVery Positive82% of 5,612 reviews2016
Dev: Silent DreamsPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Survive the zombie apocalypse with a “Final Fantasy” turn-based combat and permanent death! Manage survivors, craft materials, and make difficult decisions. Defend your camp against hordes of the undead to prevail in this non-linear rogue-lite (comparable to FTL). Innovative Indie Survival-RPG!
Why similar: Zombies 27%, Post-apocalyptic 16.8%, Party-Based RPG 16.5%, RPG 11.3%, Survival 10.7%