- #1 The Three Kingdoms: The Tales of Jian An
97% matchVery Positive91% of 865 reviews2025
Dev: 开翼网络
Windows
This is a historical strategy game set in the Three Kingdoms era, told from Liu Bei's perspective. It covers the Yellow Turban Rebellion to early Three Kingdoms. Featuring classic turn-based gameplay, it reinterprets historical events, offering both engaging battles and rich cultural insights.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Tactical RPG 18.3%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Historical 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%
- #2 Three Kingdoms: Innovatory
96% matchMixed59% of 978 reviews2024
Dev: 瞬息万变工作室Pub: Moment HK
Windows
This is a classic historical simulation + real-time strategy game, where you will go back to the era of the Three Kingdoms and play as various renowned sovereigns.
Why similar: Historical 36.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Story Rich 12%, Strategy 11.2%, Tactical 10%
- #3 The Hilarious Three Kingdoms
96% matchVery Positive82% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: 老K666 Studio
Windows
In the game, players will play the role of Liu Bei, the monarch of Shu Han during The Three Kingdoms period, and defeat the strong enemies encountered by cultivating the military generals and forming the characteristic army. Whether you can change your life and unify the three countries is up to you
Why similar: Historical 18.7%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Board Game 13.3%, Tactical RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #4 Echoes of Vision
95% matchVery Positive87% of 85 reviews2026
Dev: Azure Flame Studio
Windows
This is a turn-based strategy game. You'll assume the role of the Special Investigations Division Chief at the Bureau of Crisis Response (BCR), leading agents deep into Bleak Mountains City, a metropolis steeped in retro 1980s charm, to investigate and contain various supernatural “Visions”.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Board Game 12.7%, Alternate History 11%
- #5 逆乱封神之武王伐纣
94% matchVery Positive91% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: 赚大钱工作室
Windows
A turn based battle chess game called Fengshen Bang
Why similar: Board Game 21.4%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Historical 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Alternate History 8.9%
- #6 Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings
94% matchVery Positive94% of 86 reviews2023
Dev: Lord Forte Games
Windows
Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings is a high fantasy RPG that reenvisions turn-based combat in dynamic ways, telling the story of Alexander—an idealistic yet pragmatic nobleman—and his allies as they navigate politics, intrigue, ruling, and love amidst a tempestuous civil war.
Why similar: Historical 26.3%, JRPG 19.4%, Lore-Rich 18.1%, Tactical 11.9%, Story Rich 11.7%
- #7 Danmo Three Kingdoms: Battle of Wits
93% matchNo user reviews81% of 96 reviews2026
Dev: 墨春秋Pub: 量子艺界(QUANTUM ARTS)
Windows
A Three Kingdoms-themed tactical chess game with light strategy and easy controls. Step into the era as a strategist, use over 200 historical figures—each with unique traits and counters—to form teams, revisit key battles, and shape outcomes with your tactics.
Why similar: Board Game 19%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Tactical RPG 11.6%, Historical 9.7%
- #8 列传:革新战争
92% matchMostly Positive79% of 231 reviews2021
Dev: Ash Game Studio
Windows
《列传:革新战争》是灰烬游戏工作室出品的战棋游戏。游戏为SRPG类型,加入了华丽的技能演出与深度的战斗系统。游戏以幻想中世纪为舞台,编写了三十万字以上,“王道中的邪道式”新颖故事。相信喜欢日式SRPG、JPRG的玩家一定会喜欢本作。
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Tactical RPG 16.8%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, JRPG 15.6%, Alternate History 13.9%
- #9 Spirit of Europe - Origins
91% matchVery Positive88% of 120 reviews2021
Dev: Predict Edumedia
Windows
An edutainment jRPG experience, spanning from ancient Greece to the 12th century European Renaissance, brimming with historically-accurate characters and events, experienced through two realms: of spirits, thoughts and emotions, and the material world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.7%, JRPG 24.6%, Historical 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, RPG 10.4%
- #10 Roam Across
90% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: NanoGiant
Windows
Civil war continues down south, even the emperor bows to the mighty warlords. Han Empire will soon divide into THREE KINGDOMS. What should the young master do to keep his tribesmen on prairie safe and sound? Everything is in the turn-based RPG: Roam Across.
Why similar: Historical 25.7%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, JRPG 12.5%, Retro 11%
- #11 三国游侠志
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 81 reviews2018
Dev: Flying Star Games
Windows
三国游侠志是一款集合角色扮演和策略游戏中有趣元素的单机游戏。玩家将在游戏中扮演一个从现代穿越到古代的角色诸葛南阳,去拯救被张角和上古魔兽九婴搅的秩序混乱的三国世界。玩家在游历的过程中会结识三国演义中耳熟能详的君主、名将、谋士和其他知名人物。
Why similar: Alternate History 18.5%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, JRPG 12.8%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%
- #12 Wars Across The World
89% matchVery Positive82% of 221 reviews2017
Dev: StrategiaePub: Plug In Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
WAW is a unique historical strategy turn-based game, in a boardgame spirit, which aims at simulating in one single system ALL kind of wars and conflicts throughout the world (and beyond) from Prehistoric times to nowadays, on the operational or strategic levels.
Why similar: Board Game 35.3%, Turn-Based 25.7%, Historical 16.3%, Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.2%
- #13 Elysium Above 履云录
87% matchVery Positive84% of 116 reviews2023
Dev: 上海泼泼猫文化传媒有限公司
Windows
In SRPG Elysium Above, you will be a Commander of state Bo to direct the heroes to fight against enemies, and defend the newly restored land that has been annexed for 11 years! Wit the era of chaos and excitement with eight heroes!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, JRPG 15%, Strategy RPG 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.2%, Historical 10.6%
- #14 古战三国 Ancient War: Three Kingdoms
89% matchMixed61% of 132 reviews2019
Dev: Ancient War Studios
Windows
《古战三国》是一款回合制战棋游戏,玩家可以招募武将、组建军队,使用多样化的技能和丰富多变的战斗策略击败敌人。剧情战役完整重现了三国历史,匹配对战能够与其他玩家一决高下。创新的战斗玩法与独树一帜的美术风格碰撞,给你带来全新的三国游戏体验!
Why similar: Historical 37.6%, Turn-Based 33.9%, Strategy 19.3%, RPG 9.3%
- #15 Heroes of Three Kingdoms
88% matchMixed51% of 204 reviews2020
Dev: WuweiPub: Bantu
Windows
The unique game of war chess, hundreds of military generals and equipment, experience the plot story of millions of copywriting, recruit generals all the way, obtain equipment, from a cloth clothes to the king of Hanzhong, until the defeat of Yiling.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 25.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.4%, Historical 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Strategy 7.6%
- #16 Fantasia Sango Mysteria
86% matchMixed68% of 638 reviews2023
Dev: USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd.
Windows
單機劇情RPG《幻想三國誌》全新篇章登場! 在《幻想三國誌-天元異事錄》中再次體驗人神仙妖魔共存,虛實交織的世界。
Why similar: Historical 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Alternate History 13.5%, Lore-Rich 11.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.2%
- #17 The Emperor and State
86% matchMixed57% of 334 reviews2024
Dev: 涂途Pub: Hawthorn Games
Windows
The Emperor and State is a turn-based strategy game that simulates the rule of an ancient feudal monarch. It involves the administration, policy adjustment, diplomatic checks and balances, national wars, as well as the emperor's self-cultivation, the cultivation of successors and so on.
Why similar: Alternate History 27.6%, Historical 25.8%, Strategy RPG 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Strategy 6.2%
- #18 战棋三国英雄
85% matchVery Positive88% of 113 reviews2023
Dev: Dreamers Studio
Windows
This is a 3D chess strategy turn role-playing game. The game is easy to operate, fun to play and unique story perspective.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 21.3%, Tactical RPG 18.3%, JRPG 17.1%, Strategy 13.3%, Story Rich 12.3%
- #19 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
83% matchVery Positive81% of 378 reviews2025
Dev: Mr.Lordy
Windows
In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords,develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements
Why similar: Historical 34.6%, Strategy RPG 27.6%, Tactical RPG 18.7%, Strategy 9.5%, RPG 7.3%
- #20 Rise Of Three Kingdoms
84% matchMixed61% of 127 reviews2024
Dev: SLGames
Windows
Rise Of Kingdoms is a game with features that connected with strategies and turn-based system. It is also mixed with real historical events and monarchs that appeared in the history.
Why similar: Historical 46.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Strategy 21.1%, RPG 5.9%, 2D 4%
- #21 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
82% matchVery Positive82% of 264 reviews2026
Dev: 古玩工作室
Windows
"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!
Why similar: Historical 56%, Alternate History 26.5%, Strategy 14.9%, 2D 2.5%
- #22 Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms
80% matchVery Positive89% of 7,978 reviews2025
Dev: Free Wing
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
"Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms" is a single-player RPG where you shape the Three Kingdoms era. Choose to be a ruler, a loyal advisor, or a cunning mercenary. Marry, build homes, or train in martial arts. Restore peace through diplomacy or conquer with mighty armies.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.3%, Tactical RPG 21.8%, Historical 21.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Strategy 7.9%
- #23 三国佣兵传奇
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 80 reviews2019
Dev: Flying Star Games
Windows
三国佣兵传奇是一款幻想版的策略战棋游戏。玩家将作为蜀汉的传奇佣兵团白耳军的主帅,跟随刘备关羽张飞三兄弟完成匡扶汉室的桃园梦想。玩家需要不断招募在野的佣兵们为刘皇叔效力,并完成一系列困难重重的传奇战役。麴义的先登兵团和高顺的陷阵营等三国英雄在幻想版中都有机会加入玩家的阵营。
Why similar: Alternate History 16.8%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, JRPG 9.8%, Tactical RPG 9.6%
- #24 百花三国志(Banner of the THREE KINGDOMS)
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 57 reviews2023
Dev: Flying Star Games
Windows
百花三国志是一款以三国和武侠为题材的战棋游戏。玩家将扮演穿越回二次元的平行三国世界的左慈弟子,和化身为美少女的上百名可以加入队伍的三国武将一起,找出妄图颠覆三国世界的幕后神秘人。三国名将们除了拥有专属的主动武将技外,关系亲密的武将同时出场战斗还会产生联动效果。
Why similar: Alternate History 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Tactical RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based 7.8%
- #25 Ancient Warfare: The Han Dynasty
81% matchMixed70% of 2,058 reviews2023
Dev: 不秋草游戏工作室(Bamboo Games)Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ancient Warfare: The Han Dynasty is a wargame demonstrating ancient warfare in China and combining elements of Big Strategy, RTS and RPG. You can learn little-known stories of heroes in ancient China by experiencing battles accommodating thousands of soldiers.
Why similar: Historical 32.5%, Tactical RPG 22.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Tactical 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%
- #26 The Scroll of Taiwu : Beyond The Dome
77% matchMixed66% of 69,055 reviews2026
Dev: ConchShip Games
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 59.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"The Scroll of Taiwu" is an indie game themed around Chinese mythology and wuxia. Players assume the role of the mysterious "heir of the Taiwu clan" in an alternate ancient China, working through generations of heirs to defeat a powerful hereditary enemy and shape the fate of the human world.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 52.1%, RPG 22.4%, Strategy 18.1%, 2D 7.4%
- #27 Three Kingdoms Mushouden
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,132 reviews2025
Dev: NanBei StudioPub: Paleo
Windows
Set on the eve of the Yellow Turban Rebellion (AD 182), you can play as an original character or a historical warlord, building forces and forging alliances. Whether you choose to be a lone wanderer or rally famous generals, use your knowledge and wisdom to reshape history!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 28.5%, Historical 28.2%, Tactical RPG 26.8%, Strategy 7.8%, RPG 5.2%
- #28 Warring States
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 105 reviews2018
Dev: polynation games ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Warring States : Tactics is a turn-based battle strategy game set during the Warring States period of Ancient China. The Warring States period is one of turmoil in China, where various feudal states struggle for control of all of China.
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.1%, Historical 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Tactical 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #29 The End of History
78% matchMixed69% of 377 reviews2025
Dev: TatamibeyaPub: WorldMap
Windows
A historical sandbox simulation where every NPC lives their own life. They don't wait for you. They ally, marry, betray, and die. Kingdoms rise and fall by someone's will. Sometimes you shape history, sometimes it sweeps you away. An observer of a once-in-a-lifetime story that only you can witness.
Why similar: Historical 31.9%, Strategy RPG 26.7%, Tactical RPG 24.2%, Story Rich 11.6%, RPG 5.5%
- #30 吞食天地之乱舞三国
77% matchVery Positive93% of 275 reviews2025
Dev: FC Maker
Windows
This game starts from Yuan Shu's proclaimed emperor,Liu Bei's crusade by imperial decree,participated in Dong Cheng's plan to assassinate Cao Cao on the way.Main chapters:Attack Yuan Shu、war of Guandu、Story of Jingzhou、war of Chibi、Attack the Cities near Jingzhou、capture Sichuan、Attack Wei State.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.2%, Tactical RPG 16.8%, Historical 16.1%, JRPG 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #31 Untitled Crossing Record
79% matchMixed66% of 91 reviews2022
Dev: NekoPad StudioPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
未命名穿越记录是一款异世界题材的团队养成策略游戏,讲述一名小说家意外穿越到自己的作品中,在与自己创作的背景似是而非的世界里建立自己的公会、探险并获得足以影响世界的力量、揭露时空扭曲的真相并寻找同样迷失在异世界中的青梅竹马的故事。
Why similar: Strategy RPG 30.6%, JRPG 26.5%, Retro 11.7%, Story Rich 10.7%, Strategy 8.9%
- #32 吾皇万岁
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 433 reviews2026
Dev: AI GAME STUDIO
Windows
You'll time-travel to a turbulent ancient Chinese dynasty as a young monarch. Ascend the throne amidst chaos and navigate among powerful officials, noble clans, and common scholars. Each vermilion note harbors danger. Your choice will shape history: Create a prosperous era or be a fallen king.
Why similar: Historical 33.1%, Turn-Based 26.9%, Strategy RPG 24.5%, RPG 7.1%, Strategy 6.2%
- #33 NationWar:Chronicles | 国战:列国志传
78% matchMixed69% of 444 reviews2019
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a sandbox game that is deeply rooted in the rich historical information of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. The story of the game unfolds slowly in the eighth century BC on the vast and mysterious land of China.
Why similar: Historical 62.4%, Tactical 22.4%, Strategy 15.2%
- #34 Dark Deity
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,047 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 13.9 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 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Tactical RPG 14%, JRPG 13.6%, Lore-Rich 11.7%
- #35 本草归元录
74% matchVery Positive80% of 155 reviews2025
Dev: Orange Paper StudioPub: CC_Games
Windows
"Herbals tycoon" is a game that combines ancient style with deep management strategy, bringing players into a mysterious and fantastic world of traditional Chinese medicine. Here, you are not only a healer but also an explorer, manager, and inheritor, writing your own herbal legend every moment.
Why similar: Story Rich 49%, RPG 37.4%, 2D 13.6%
- #36 鸿源战纪 - Tales of Hongyuan
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 474 reviews2017
Dev: Hongyuan Game
Windows
As a Chinese RPG game, our story happened in a land called Ground Hong where you can experience wars between two kingdoms, make your friends and uncover a dust-laden history.
Why similar: Alternate History 48.4%, JRPG 37.6%, RPG 9.9%, Story Rich 4.1%
- #37 Grey Heritage: Faded Vision
75% matchVery Positive81% of 62 reviews2022
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Command a rebellion as Leon Beaumont, Exiled Prince of Astrea, against the king that betrayed him. Engage in a classic turn-based tactical RPG experience as you unravel untold secrets from the past. Recruit allies, manage inventory, and train your soldiers in this JRPG inspired journey!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, JRPG 15%, Lore-Rich 10.9%
- #38 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
74% 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 29.4%, Tactical RPG 26.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Tactical 11.5%, Strategy 8.3%
- #39 Multiverse loot Hunter - Three Kingdoms
72% matchVery Positive80% of 209 reviews2024
Dev: 游戏养家工作室
Windows
This is a brush treasure adventure game across the heavens. The protagonist awakens his powers and freely passes through different planes such as Xiuxian, history, Wuxia, magic, and future. Collect equipment, spirits, characters and cheats distributed across all planes through battle.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.4%, JRPG 19.7%, Alternate History 18.6%, Historical 18%, RPG 7.7%
- #40 Radix Chronicle
71% matchVery Positive100% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Luna Flora
Windows · Mac · Linux
Radix is a tactical RPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. With dark themes but bright characters, this fantasy tale changes depending on how you fight! Your magic can even alter the land itself. Use your timing and skill, rather than your luck, to lead your party home safely each day!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.8%, JRPG 22.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Retro 8.2%
- #41 魔塔三国之群雄争霸
73% matchVery Positive87% of 71 reviews2022
Dev: 赚大钱工作室
Windows
Players play one of the heroes in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, conquer other forces and unify the world
Why similar: Strategy RPG 40.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.2%, Strategy 18.3%, RPG 14.9%, 2D 4.5%
- #42 江湖十一
73% matchMixed42% of 5,611 reviews2023
Dev: 万象皆春
Windows
Median: 13.7 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Jianghu11 is an open-world cultivation RPG set in the wuxia world. In this game, you will create your own character or start as a fictional or historical figure. Explore the fascinating wuxia world with enormous NPCs, search for romance, and write your own legend.
Why similar: Alternate History 17.8%, Historical 16.4%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Strategy RPG 14.8%
- #43 Fated Land
72% matchMixed64% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: AlxmoPub: Leyo Games
Windows
This is a Pixel Tactical Self-Propelled RPG Games The battle system adopts a semi-turn-based design, Quick Battle or Enter the Battlefield? It's time to decide! In this journey full of magic, you will also meet a variety of characters, who may become your allies, or your partners...
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 38.3%, Tactical RPG 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Strategy 11.4%, RPG 11.3%
- #44 Banner of the Maid
71% matchVery Positive86% of 8,287 reviews2019
Dev: Azure Flame StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Banner of the Maid is a tribute to the golden age of tactical RPGs. Set in an alternate French Revolution, you play as Pauline Bonaparte, commanding your army on smoke-filled battlefields and navigating the turbulent political salons of Paris to forge a heroic epic like no other.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, JRPG 12.7%, Strategy 10.3%
- #45 Earthling's Undertaking
71% matchMixed66% of 1,001 reviews2023
Dev: Current Games
Windows
《天地归虚》是一款中国上古神话题材的修仙RPG+策略战棋游戏。玩家扮演一名落魄宗门的掌门人,游历神秘莫测的太初世界,经营门派培养弟子,寻仙求道提升修为,探索太初世界天道倾斜的原因,揭露诸仙背后隐藏的阴谋,打破命运的樊笼,谱写属于自己的神话传说。
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Strategy RPG 20.3%, Alternate History 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%
- #46 春秋
73% matchMixed61% of 403 reviews2022
Dev: weiqianPub: INDIECN
Windows
此为以春秋时代为背景,历史战略类即时制游戏。两千多年前华夏大地锦绣山河一眼尽收,可在其间建造城郭,构筑关隘,修筑长城,农商、车船、战阵行走其间。礼崩乐坏,百家兴起、诸侯争霸、异族入侵、合纵连横,列国之伐兵、伐交、伐谋就此展开。磅礴壮丽的春秋画卷待君前来指点江山!
Why similar: Strategy 55%, RPG 45%
- #47 The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle
69% matchMixed67% of 4,828 reviews2024
Dev: ChillyRoom
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Make a name for yourself in this old-school Wuxia RPG. Explore the chaotic lands of ancient China and engage in challenging turn-based battles to change the world of kungfu forever.
Why similar: Historical 25.6%, Strategy RPG 21.1%, Retro 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Story Rich 11%
- #48 求闻编年史 ~ Gensokyo Recollection
69% matchVery Positive97% of 230 reviews2022
Dev: Forever Shrine
Windows
这是一部以九代阿礼少女为主角展开的宏大叙事向东方同人RPG:拥有过目不忘能力的稗田阿求因一场噩梦丧失了所有前世的记忆。 为了找寻自己的记忆,稗田阿求跟随幻想乡众人踏遍幻想乡的每一个角落,重新见证幻想乡的历史。
Why similar: Strategy RPG 25.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.1%, Interactive Fiction 20.8%, Historical 18.5%, RPG 6.3%
- #49 Sword of Convallaria
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,708 reviews2024
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 66.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.5%, JRPG 18.3%, Lore-Rich 10.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #50 Pathway
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,254 reviews2019
Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat!
Why similar: Alternate History 17.4%, Turn-Based 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy RPG 15.5%, Tactical RPG 14%
- #51 Mandate Of Heaven
65% matchVery Positive91% of 6,319 reviews2025
Dev: 木焱工作室
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
You will take on the role of the Second Prince of Xuan, heir of the Southern Regime. With foreign invaders entrenched in the north and a complacent court content to linger in the south, you face a defining choice:The choice… is yours!
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 34.3%, Strategy 19.3%, RPG 18.6%, Retro 14.7%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #52 Time Break Chronicles
69% matchVery Positive89% of 304 reviews2020
Dev: Warrior General Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Time Break Chronicles is a fusion of classic JRPGs and modern Roguelites, with a cast of 100 playable classes to find and unlock. Build your team, customize their abilities, and venture into a procedurally generated adventure through space-time and beyond!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 29.4%, Tactical RPG 27.5%, JRPG 26.6%, Strategy 7.2%, RPG 6%
- #53 Doodle Empires
65% matchVery Positive92% of 1,182 reviews2025
Dev: Turtle Stack Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Doodle Empires is an alternate history sandbox game all about drawing your own nations with your own histories and stories in a variety of maps. Watch your world take shape and evolve over time, and decide which nations will rise and which nations will fall.
Why similar: Alternate History 45.5%, Historical 32%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Strategy 9.8%, 2D 2.7%
- #54 Astral Throne
66% matchVery Positive81% of 266 reviews2025
Dev: Zero Sun Games
Windows
Uncover the mystery of a land beset by a Falling Star's curse in this Roguelike Strategy RPG inspired by the classics. Build your party, recruit new allies, and synergize your team's skills for decisive victory.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.9%, Strategy RPG 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, 1990's 7%
- #55 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
66% matchVery Positive94% of 9,756 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.5 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 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, JRPG 10.9%
- #56 孟德大小姐与自爆少年THREE KINGDOM FANTASY
68% matchMixed68% of 386 reviews2023
Dev: 蓝铂工作室Pub: 旅人计划
Windows · Mac · Linux
《孟德大小姐与自爆少年》是一款文字冒险(AVG)游戏,完全原创剧情,将带给大家一段穿插了过去与未来的棋局与因缘。游戏中,玩家将扮演普通大学生郭风笑,开启一场独特的奇妙旅程。
Why similar: Historical 33%, Alternate History 25.9%, Interactive Fiction 20.9%, Story Rich 11.1%, RPG 6.2%
- #57 Grimshade
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Tactical RPG 13.4%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, JRPG 12.7%
- #58 大明王朝1789 | Ming dynasty 1789
70% matchMixed46% of 508 reviews2020
Dev: Long Qi Software Technology
Windows
In 1789, the Ming Dynasty had survived for a hundred years. At this time, just before the Great Revolution, what will the Ming Dynasty look like under the influence of players?
Why similar: Historical 52.9%, Strategy 25.7%, RPG 21.4%
- #59 Shields of Loyalty
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 175 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 35.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 26.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Tactical 11.1%, Strategy 7.8%
- #60 Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Cloud of Han
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 185 reviews2023
Dev: DOMO StudioPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
*** This game is only available in Chinese ***单人回合制角色扮演游戏。三国时代初年,大汉丞相诸葛亮在数年的休息生养之后,毅然决定展开北伐复兴大业。然而此时此刻谁也没有想到,汉军中突然出现一支来历不详、身份神秘之奇兵部队,在不久的未来,却将左右整个大汉之命运……
Why similar: Historical 39.5%, Lore-Rich 15.6%, Story Rich 14.8%, RPG 13.2%, Strategy RPG 13%