- #1 Hero Generations: ReGen
97% matchMixed60% of 93 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Shaped Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
An innovative Roguelike / 4X Strategy game where every turn is one year of your life. Explore, find a mate, and raise a child before you die to build a great legacy. ReGen is an amazing complete remake, redesigned, re-imagined, and packed with 100s of new features.
Why similar: 4X 25.9% ★, Turn-Based 11%, Perma Death 9.7%, Strategy RPG 8.5%, Open World 6.8%
- #2 Mystical Tactics
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pierre "Morm" ChamponPub: MormWare
Windows · Mac
Mystical Tactics is a turn-based tactical-RPG roguelike in which you control a squad of adventurers in a mystical world. Train your heroes in fast-paced tactical battles, equip them with powerful items and lead them to repel the Dark Lord and his legions.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.7%, Turn-Based 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%, Hex Grid 7.5% ★
- #3 Burned Land
96% matchMixed56% of 102 reviews2021
Dev: Koya Game
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Burned Land is a 4x game in which you will take control of a nascent human race and try to avoid its extinction. Build, explore, conquer until you are worthy of gods. Then confront their anger.
Why similar: 4X 32.5% ★, Hex Grid 11.8% ★, Perma Death 11.1%, Turn-Based 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%
- #4 ENDLESS™ Legend
95% matchVery Positive84% of 18,949 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
Why similar: 4X 38.2% ★, Turn-Based 16%, Hex Grid 12.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Strategy 10.7%
- #5 Askara
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lazy Kitty
Windows
Askara is a rogue-like turn-based tactics game, you choose how long each run takes, from a half an hour, to a few days if you want to! Multiple layers of mechanics mesh together to ensure that every run will be unique. It is easy to pick up, but will take years to master.
Why similar: 4X 32% ★, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%
- #6 fullybroKEN - A Unique Mix of 4X / Post-Apocalypse / RPG / Roguelike
94% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Not The Best Games
Windows
Play as single character in a 4x game. Survive. Thrive. Die. Unite the country of Mir. Kill, make hard choice, become anything you want in this unique post-apocalyptic game. Die. With ideas from 4X, Match-3 RPGs, Traditional RPGs and roguelikes, fullybroKEN offers an experience unlike anything else.
Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Turn-Based 11.3%, Perma Death 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%, Sandbox 7.2%
- #7 Farabel
93% 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: Hex Grid 22.3% ★, Turn-Based 16.8%, Tactical RPG 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Strategy 8.6%
- #8 Monstrous Realms
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lockbow Games
Windows · Linux
Monstrous Realms is a Grand Strategy-Tactical RPG Hybrid in a medieval fantasy world. Govern a kingdom, directing heroes and monsters to conquer the continent. Victory is grasped through warfare, research, city development, diplomacy, trade, dungeon delving, crafting, and unit customization.
Why similar: 4X 29.1% ★, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Perma Death 11.6%, Procedural Generation 8.8%, Strategy RPG 7.2%
- #9 Wizard Warfare
91% matchVery Positive98% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.
Why similar: 4X 42.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Hex Grid 10.2% ★, Procedural Generation 10%, Turn-Based 8.7%
- #10 Warlock - Master of the Arcane
91% matchVery Positive86% of 2,624 reviews2012
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In a time of chaotic upheaval, the player takes the role of a great mage, a warlord vying for ultimate power.
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, Turn-Based 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Strategy 10.9%, Hex Grid 10.5% ★
- #11 Crowntakers
90% 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: Hex Grid 18.1% ★, Turn-Based 15.7%, Perma Death 12.7%, Procedural Generation 8.5%, Roguelike 8.4%
- #12 Warlock 2: The Exiled
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,292 reviews2014
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Warlock 2 is a turn-based strategy game of fantasy warfare. Rival against Great Mages, lead mighty armies into fierce battles, wield ancient magic and faith as your weapons.
Why similar: 4X 34.7% ★, Turn-Based 20.8%, Strategy 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Fantasy 9.9%
- #13 Ashes & Blood
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Small Strategy
Windows · Mac
Ashes & Blood is a fantasy strategy RPG with fast paced tactical battles and a 4X sandbox campaign. Break the rules, build absurd combos, exploit the world, and unlock even more chaos with each run. Turn based strategy has never been this unhinged.
Why similar: 4X 32.6% ★, Tactical RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Strategy RPG 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8%
- #14 Thea: The Awakening
88% matchVery Positive88% of 3,754 reviews2015
Dev: MuHa Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Thea: The Awakening is a turn-based strategic survival game inspired by the Slavic mythology and set in a procedural dark fantasy world infused with non-linear story and unique combat system.
Why similar: 4X 23.1% ★, Turn-Based 20.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Hex Grid 10.8% ★, Strategy 9.3%
- #15 Empis
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kyle Meadows
Windows
Empis is a turn-based strategy game that focuses on short and sweet multiplayer matches. Choose from individual factions each with their own unique units and upgrades, unlock technology, and build sprawling cities with buildings and fortifications.
Why similar: 4X 26.9% ★, Hex Grid 18.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Procedural Generation 8.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%
- #16 Hero Generations
86% matchMixed55% of 224 reviews2015
Dev: Heart Shaped Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The original roguelike/4X strategy game where every turn is one year of your life. Explore, find a mate, build a home, and raise a child before you die to keep your legacy going. Praised as "the offspring of Sid Meier's Civilization, Passage, and The Legend of Zelda." IndieCade Finalist.
Why similar: 4X 40.8% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Roguelike 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, RPG 7%
- #17 Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord GOLD
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 338 reviews2015
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Play as either Bel'Kara, a seductive Succubus at odds with the Underworld, or Katzok, a brutal Orc Chieftan fighting for his clan's dominance. 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 18.4%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Perma Death 12.9%, Strategy RPG 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #18 Paths & Danger
84% matchMixed66% of 76 reviews2022
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: 4X 21.7% ★, Tactical RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based 11.6%, Hex Grid 11.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #19 Worlds of Magic
85% matchMixed50% of 586 reviews2015
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Worlds of Magic is a 4X turn-based strategy game. Players can explore and conquer an almost limitless number of procedurally generated universes, using military and magical power to overcome their foes. Found cities, raise armies, research and cast spells, hire powerful heroes, and create powerful magical artifacts.
Why similar: 4X 39.5% ★, Turn-Based 19.6%, Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, RPG 8.1%
- #20 Lost In The Open
83% 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 17.7%, Turn-Based 12.5%, Perma Death 11.7%, 2.5D 8.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
- #21 Wizards and Warlords
84% matchVery Positive84% of 257 reviews2020
Dev: Valravn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wizards and Warlords is an indie turn-based strategy game, where you play in a randomly generated fantasy world, contending with rival wizards, warlords, roaming marauders and hidden ancient evils. Create a customized sovereign or choose from one of many predefined templates.
Why similar: 4X 30.2% ★, Hex Grid 15.8% ★, Turn-Based 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Procedural Generation 9.3%
- #22 Hello, Cave Monster!
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Computechnosoft
Windows
Hello, Cave Monster! is a tactical RPG about conflict resolution. Convince cave creatures to chill out, and stop murdering you. Ride a cool Drillship. Lead a team of weirdos, as they search for exotic knowledge and sensible negotiating partners.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17%, Turn-Based 14.1%, Hex Grid 12.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Strategy RPG 9.3%
- #23 Spire of Sorcery
82% matchMixed42% of 153 reviews2021
Dev: Charlie Oscar
Windows
Lead a party of runaway mages through the dangerous world of Rund. Discover alchemy. Master magic. Explore the land. Survive the challenges.
Why similar: Hex Grid 18.4% ★, Tactical RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Procedural Generation 8.6%, Open World 8.2%
- #24 Age of Wonders III
81% matchVery Positive80% of 12,750 reviews2014
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!
Why similar: 4X 33.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based 13.2%, Fantasy 7.9%
- #25 Summoner Arise!
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CookieLegends
Windows
Turn-based. Tactics. Roguelike. Summon units and battle your way past wave after wave of enemies. Start with a fixed amount of mana as you ascend a mysterious ruined world. Run out and you lose. With 300+ upgrades available, customize and command your army to victory!
Why similar: Turn-Based 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Tactical RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Procedural Generation 11.9%
- #26 Glorious Companions
80% 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 17.8%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Strategy RPG 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Sandbox 8.9%
- #27 Age of Fear: The Undead King GOLD
79% matchVery Positive94% of 92 reviews2019
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as either Sir Edward, a noble Knight defending the Human Kingdom, or Krill, a wicked Necromancer with an unearthly lust for power! The game is a greatly expanded version of the series' first entry and adds multiple features such as open world, global events, faction bases, new units, and so on.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.6%, Perma Death 12.7%, Strategy RPG 9.5%, Sandbox 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #28 Defense Legend 5: Survivor TD
78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Gcenter GamePub: 130 Game Studio
Windows
Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.
Why similar: 4X 45.2% ★, Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Strategy 13.2%, Character Customization 6%
- #29 Deity Empires
79% matchVery Positive86% of 338 reviews2018
Dev: BaileyHausdorff Systems
Windows
Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world.
Why similar: 4X 34.3% ★, Hex Grid 17.8% ★, Turn-Based 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%, Strategy 8.2%
- #30 Master of Luna
76% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: Aleksandr Tiupin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master of Luna is a turn-based strategy game where you take the role of a half-forgotten deity seeking to regain their former power. It features powerful magic, tactical battles, city building, sweet pixel art and a calm melancholic atmosphere.
Why similar: 4X 42.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Strategy RPG 10.6%, Hex Grid 8.1% ★, Strategy 7.8%
- #31 The Storm Guard: Darkness is Coming
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 169 reviews2016
Dev: Bitmen Studios
Windows · Mac
The Storm Guard is a challenging turn-based roguelike role-playing game inspired by the Night’s Watch in the Game of Thrones. You assume the role of the Lord Commander of the Storm Guard leading the order during difficult times. An ancient dragon and its minions have returned, threatening the realm of men.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.4%, Perma Death 11.6%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%, Strategy RPG 8.7%
- #32 The Adventure of Fred - The traveler's dial -
76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: FredsGamesStudios
Windows
A tactical survival RPG on a hexagonal grid. Time is your enemy: every day makes the Bosses stronger. Hunt, manage your campsite, and craft torches to explore pitch-black dungeons. Without light, your stats drop to zero. Reassemble the Traveler's Dial to win.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Hex Grid 16.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Survival 9.2%, Procedural Generation 8.8%
- #33 Flat Gravity Cult
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MadMedois
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based strategy roguelike with auto battles and 4x elements. Choose a faction, explore, build, research, fight, level up units and more. Set in a fantasy world.
Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Turn-Based 13.4%, Perma Death 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 8%
- #34 Slaves of Magic
75% matchPositive79% of 39 reviews2025
Dev: Amethyst Dreamers
Windows
Humanity has been invaded by otherworldly forces wielding magic. Lead the resistance against the oppressors in this fantasy turn-based strategy game to save humanity from becoming the Slaves of Magic!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Perma Death 10.4%, Tabletop 9.3%
- #35 Pandora: First Contact
77% matchMixed63% of 638 reviews2014
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 41.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.
Why similar: 4X 52% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Hex Grid 13% ★, Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based 8.8%
- #36 Gobs and Gods
74% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2024
Dev: Alexandre GilottePub: None
Windows · Linux
Hire a band of almost-heroic goblins to fight and die for you in tactical turn-based battles, accomplish silly quests for the weird inhabitants of this fantastic world, and truly become a god - at least by goblin standards.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.1%, Hex Grid 12.1% ★, Strategy RPG 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Sandbox 9.7%
- #37 Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander (LIGHTSPEED EDITION)
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 830 reviews2017
Dev: Massive Damage, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling. Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition is a massively enhanced version of the Award Winning indie strategy RPG, Halcyon 6.
Why similar: 4X 32.4% ★, Tactical RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Strategy RPG 9.8%
- #38 The Mystic
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: PipeDream
Windows
The Mystic is a dark fantasy, turn-based strategy game. Become a follower of the first gods, gain their favour, overthrow the High King by innovative combat and magic systems and establish harmony. The game offers an exciting campaign full of twists, battles and difficult decisions and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 41.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Hex Grid 14.1% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Fantasy 6.6%
- #39 Fossilpunk
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ahsaurus
Windows
A roguelike base builder about founding your tiny new dino nation. Balance between growing charming cities while defending against massive empires in this tight but comforting turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 29.5% ★, Turn-Based 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%
- #40 Void Eclipse
73% matchMostly Negative38% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: Tau Ceti Studios
Windows
Void Eclipse is turn-based strategy in an immersive sci-fi world, blending card battle tactics with 4X grand strategy. Explore the stars, Evolve your army and Fight an alien threat. Help characters or harm them - will you be Feared, Admired, or Respected?
Why similar: 4X 35.6% ★, Turn-Based 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Tactical RPG 8.6%
- #41 Myriads: Renaissance
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 39 reviews2023
Dev: Sleeping Eight Studio
Windows
Myriads: Renaissance is a turn-based strategy game with city-building and 4X mechanics. Set in a fantasy world made up of thousands of floating islands, you must grow your capital and expand your kingdom. Resist waves of powerful corsairs and construct defence towers to survive their incursions.
Why similar: 4X 33.4% ★, Turn-Based 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Hex Grid 9.5% ★, Procedural Generation 9.3%
- #42 Age of Fear: The Undead King
72% 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 20.5%, Turn-Based 15.4%, Strategy RPG 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Tabletop 10%
- #43 Sorcerer King: Rivals
72% matchMixed63% of 408 reviews2016
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Explore a rich fantasy world, go on quests for powerful weapons, and forge a new civilization in Sorcerer King: Rivals. Can you build a civilization to topple the malevolent Sorcerer King and become a god yourself?
Why similar: 4X 30.1% ★, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based 12.5%, Strategy RPG 9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #44 The Lost King of Avallon
71% matchMixed57% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: Freeline Games GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Lost King of Avallon is a challenging turn-based rogue-lite RPG set in a medieval world. The open world will allow you to do what you want and be whoever you want: warrior, magician, elemental, demon, angel... Gather a team of heroes and find a clue to the strange story of the king of Avallon
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Perma Death 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Sandbox 9.2%, Procedural Generation 9%
- #45 Stones Keeper: King Aurelius
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, and live through the final moments of King Aurelius
Why similar: 4X 21.5% ★, Hex Grid 16.7% ★, Turn-Based 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Strategy RPG 10.2%
- #46 梅斯特姆
71% matchMostly Negative37% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: Pyraminx Soft
Windows
《THE INHERITOR》is an open world independent game which is set up in an unreal western fantasy world. In game, player will act as an inheritor of ancient inclined family. In 《THE INHERITOR》 world, with the effort of each generation of inheritor, player will make the glory of their family reappears.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Open World 10.8%, Sandbox 9.8%
- #47 Space Scum
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sole Survivor GamesPub: Forklift Interactive
Windows
Lead a band of mercenaries through battle after battle in this Sci-Fi, turn-based RPG. Fight your way across different planets, earning loot and equipment to outfit your team – and remember, no option is off the table when survival is on the line.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.8%, Sandbox 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Strategy RPG 10.1%, Open World 10.1%
- #48 Gladiator Immortal
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Birchwood Games
Windows
Gladiator Immortal is a turn-based fantasy Medieval Gladiator Roguelike game where you manage a team of warriors who fight for the glory of the gods. Build up your town, hire and level up warriors, find powerful weapons and armour, learn and develop new skills and win favour with the gods.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Perma Death 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
- #49 Cosmic Crashers
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sunderpath Games
Windows
Fast paced, action packed roguelite in space. Pilot your space ship to defeat waves of enemies, but be careful - they are coming for your station.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.8%, Perma Death 15.1%, Turn-Based 11.7%, Strategy RPG 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.2%
- #50 Overpowered Tactics
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Virtuose Technologies
Windows · Mac · Linux
The 'Nexus' stops time, giving you the power to predict every enemy move in advance. Outsmart their attacks and optimize your actions. Each turn becomes a tactical puzzle where planning and anticipation are key, rather than reaction.
Why similar: Hex Grid 21.7% ★, Tactical RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%
- #51 King's Bounty: The Legend
69% 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 Strategy 17.4%, Hex Grid 16.4% ★, Turn-Based 14.6%, Strategy 13.4%, RPG 13.2%
- #52 Dominions - Priests, Prophets & Pretenders
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Linux
In Dominions you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. It all takes place in a fantasy world with monsters, magic items and world altering spells. Dominions is a 4x turn based strategy game with a large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: 4X 55.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Strategy 16.3%, Fantasy 8%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%
- #53 Templar Battleforce
69% 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 19.7%, Turn-Based 14.5%, Perma Death 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%, Strategy RPG 10%
- #54 Plague Lords: Witch Hunt
67% matchMixed56% of 118 reviews2025
Dev: Red Unit StudiosPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
What seemed like an easy coin leads a small detachment of mercenaries and their employer to a barony lost in the woods, afflicted by a strange disease. The prologue to Plague Lords will introduce you to the basics of the game and take control of a small squad of trained soldiers.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Perma Death 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Open World 9%
- #55 Civilization IV®: Warlords
68% matchVery Positive91% of 532 reviews2007
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords is the first expansion pack for the award-winning game that has become an instant world-wide hit. Paying homage to some of history's greatest military leaders, the expansion delivers six unique and interesting scenarios, giving players the chance to change the course of history with the help of their...
Why similar: 4X 45.8% ★, Turn-Based 22.4%, Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%
- #56 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
68% 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 21%, Perma Death 14.8%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Tabletop 10.2%
- #57 Primal Fray
65% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: ImagoPub: Indie Games Starter
Windows
Primal Fray is a turn-based strategy roguelite. Enter the Rift and fight your way through enemies while building a team of primals and collecting buffs along the way. Outmaneuver your foes and surprise them with powerful combos of a well-built and synergistic team to learn the truth about the Rift.
Why similar: Hex Grid 16.5% ★, Turn-Based 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Strategy RPG 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%
- #58 Guildmaster’s Quest
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 4 Lakes Games
Windows
You were brought to another world by a goddess to rebuild humanity’s strength… but every death, disease, and war fuels the Demon Lord’s return. Manage your guild, guide adventurers, and help shape kingdoms as time ticks toward the inevitable. Can you save this world before it collapses?
Why similar: 4X 39.9% ★, Tactical RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Strategy 8.7%
- #59 Night Fantasy 夜色幻想
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SpringLeaf
Windows
Night Fantasy is a roguelike tactical SRPG featuring build customization and fast-paced turn-based combat. In a world shrouded by eternal night, players will lead three adventurers to climb the Demon Tower, defeat the Demon Lord, and bring long-lost light back to the land.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.2%, Perma Death 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Strategy RPG 10.3%