- #1 The Adventure of Fred - The traveler's dial -
97% 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 21.8%, Hex Grid 12.7% ★, Survival 11.6%, Procedural Generation 10.4%, Crafting 9.5%
- #2 Evil Tactics
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: David Deraedt
Windows · Mac
Outsmart evil forces in this minimalist turn-based combat strategy game with telegraphed enemy attacks and no RNG where you control a growing group of survivors who explore a city infested by monsters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.4%, Post-apocalyptic 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #3 Tales of Kathay
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jouwee
Windows · Linux
Tales of Kathay is a turn-based RPG set in a deeply simulated, fully procedural world. Explore rich histories, shape evolving civilizations, and fight tactical battles where your choices echo across generations.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19%, Procedural Generation 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13%, Open World 10.2%, Crafting 9.9%
- #4 Veterum
95% 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 24%, Hex Grid 14.1% ★, Procedural Generation 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%
- #5 HeatWave
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Perimeter Games
Windows
HeatWave is a sandbox, non-linear guerrilla group simulator set in Alaska affected by climate change. It combines mechanics of strategy, manager and adventure games. As leader of a guerilla group, you start a fight for freedom and the shape of a liberated country.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21%, Open World Survival Craft 17.6% ★, Post-apocalyptic 16.7%, Survival 11.2%, Open World 9.1%
- #6 Irsen
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Datchannin
Windows
IRSEN is a turn-based roguelite where your character fights alone against coordinated enemy squads. Build your hero through a gene system, reshape your abilities mid-run, and endure the growing pressure of corruption.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, RPG 7.4%
- #7 Wormhole Adventurer
93% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Lakea Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore the wormhole network, defeat the hostiles, mine and craft to rebuild your space station. customize your ship to your playstyle
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.5%, Hex Grid 12.1% ★, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%, Crafting 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%
- #8 Bereshipsis
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vic
Windows
A turn-based tactical roguelike where defeated enemies drop materials used to craft skills. Build teams, experiment with synergies, and adapt your strategy every battle
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.5%, Crafting 13.9%, Hex Grid 11.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%, Post-apocalyptic 9.5%
- #9 Spire of Sorcery
91% matchMixed41% of 156 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: Tactical RPG 20.9%, Hex Grid 16.1% ★, Procedural Generation 11.6%, Open World 8.7%, Survival 8.1%
- #10 The Lost King of Avallon
91% 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 26.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Procedural Generation 11.5%, Open World 8.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%
- #11 Shardpunk 2
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Clockwork PilePub: Retrovibe
Windows
The Empire may have fallen, but humanity continues the fight. Shardpunk 2 puts you in command of a human outpost in this potent mix of turn-based tactical strategy, RPG, survival and resource management as you gather your team, scavenge for resources and prepare for a new, evolving threat.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.9%, Survival 13.1%, Post-apocalyptic 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%
- #12 Neath
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Cellar Door Games
Windows
Manipulate the turns of friend and foe alike in this Eldritch roguelike tactical RPG by the makers of Rogue Legacy. Ascend the inverted tower. Kill an indolent god. Control every "moment".
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.5%, RPG 9.9%, Procedural Generation 8.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, Strategy 8.5%
- #13 Space Scum
89% 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 23%, Survival 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Open World 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%
- #14 Nemire
88% matchMostly Positive74% of 27 reviews2024
Dev: Egidijus Adomaitis
Windows
Slay, crush, burn and explode filthy humans for their souls to infuse your squad with new powers and advance for total annihilation. You are the Undead in a turn based tactical RPG controlling a squad.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.6%, RPG 6.6%
- #15 NEO Scavenger
87% matchVery Positive90% of 5,372 reviews2014
Dev: Blue Bottle Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
NEO Scavenger is a game where you must survive in the wasteland long enough to figure out who you are. Each turn, you must decide where to go, how to scavenge for supplies, and how to deal with anything and anyone you encounter.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 23.6%, Survival 20.7%, Crafting 12.2%, Procedural Generation 11.7%, Hex Grid 7.5% ★
- #16 The Outer Zone: Survival Tactics
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sappy Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Outer Zone is a turn-based strategy roguelite where you must manage a caravan of survivors through a world on the brink of collapse. Engage in stealth or combat as you scavenge for supplies, upgrade your caravan, and make difficult choices.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.1%, Post-apocalyptic 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Procedural Generation 9.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%
- #17 Caravan Tactics: For Gold & Glory
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UnlikeGames
Windows
Caravan Tactics is a roguelite casual RPG with turn-based mechanics. Travel from town to town, deliver goods, fight enemies, and overcome challenging encounters. Assemble your three heroes, each with their own unique abilities, and battle for gold and glory. Will you keep the caravan alive?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 37%, Hex Grid 12.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, RPG 9.5%
- #18 Urtuk: The Desolation
85% matchVery Positive88% of 2,505 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.7 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 21.9%, Hex Grid 16.9% ★, Post-apocalyptic 14.8%, Procedural Generation 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%
- #19 Ruinlander
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: wineviper
Windows · Linux
Instead of saving the world, worry about what to eat and how not to get a dose of radiation or not to freeze in changing conditions. Travel, search abandoned cities for supplies, make contacts with different factions or try to join one of them. Decide for yourself how exactly to survive.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 22.5% ★, Post-apocalyptic 18.5%, Survival 14.4%, Open World 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
- #20 Lost Scavenger
84% matchMixed54% of 243 reviews2022
Dev: Rockbee
Windows
How long could you survive in a parallel universe where the Mist dictates its rules? Would you be able to find the way to your homeworld, or will you adapt to live under the Mist domain? Fight for resources, get together with other survivors and discover the secrets of this world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.7%, Post-apocalyptic 16.6%, Survival 11.8%, Hex Grid 11.7% ★, Crafting 10.9%
- #21 Sand Nomads
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tortuga TeamPub: PlayPanic
Windows
Sand Nomads is an open world tactical RPG where you lead a team of nomads looking for riches and fame across a massive futuristic desert planet. Explore the world, recruit companions, chase rewards and unravel the mysteries of ancient alien ruins!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.4%, Open World 12%, Survival 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #22 Ozone Wipeout
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CitrioN
Windows
Ozone Wipeout is a post apocalyptic zombie survival game in a procedurally generated open world. Staying alive is your only goal which is much easier said than done. Harsh weather conditions, zombies and resource scarcity are only a few of many things you will have to deal with.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 24% ★, Post-apocalyptic 17.7%, Survival 13.3%, Procedural Generation 12.4%, Open World 10.1%
- #23 Terminus: Zombie Survivors
81% matchVery Positive94% of 4,417 reviews2024
Dev: Longplay Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.2 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: Open World Survival Craft 24.4% ★, Survival 14.9%, Post-apocalyptic 12%, Crafting 11.2%, Open World 9.1%
- #24 Drifter at World's End
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Drifter Studio
Windows
A dice-driven doomsday survival sandbox game. Drive your RV across the wasteland, build your mobile fortress, and shape your survival story with every choice and dice roll.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 22.1% ★, Post-apocalyptic 15.3%, Crafting 11.9%, Survival 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
- #25 Covert Crew
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TYB Games
Windows
A Superpowered SRPG! Covert Crew is a 2D strategic roleplaying game inspired by the classics of old with a modern twist.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%, Procedural Generation 8.1%
- #26 Regenesis
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 68 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 31.1%, Post-apocalyptic 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9%
- #27 Swappy World
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Awakening Games srls
Windows · Mac
Two main actions: swipe to move and tap to interact in an open-world survival crafting experience made through cards. Handle your energy tactically to survive as long as possible. Craft weapons, build your base and be prepared to explore a world full of secrets.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 27% ★, Crafting 14.7%, Procedural Generation 14.1%, Survival 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #28 The Gods Are Fickle
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Critique Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your army of souls has been summoned by vain gods - fight for their glory or spit in their face! Embark in roguelite campaigns, discover Souls & Artifacts, deal with the godly politicking they produce. Anticipate moves & checkmate your foes in this no-RNG, procedura turn-based tactical!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.2%, Procedural Generation 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Tactical 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%
- #29 New Spring: Survival
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Promination Studios
Windows
New Spring is a open world zombie survival RPG where you spend the daytime exploring and scavenging for tools and weapons, and defend your base when night falls. How long can you stave off the hordes?
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 22% ★, Post-apocalyptic 15.8%, Crafting 14%, Survival 13.4%, Open World 12.4%
- #30 Tattered Banners
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CookieByte Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Lead a mercenary company in a turn-based tactics RPG set in a dynamic, simulated world shaped by your actions. Recruit, equip, and evolve your warband to survive a medieval-fantasy realm where cities rise and fall, noble houses pursue personal agendas, and the land bears the scars of your decisions.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.6%, Open World 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #31 Dunnigan's Trail
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Banana Hammer Games, LLC
Windows
You're a merchant looking to strike it rich. Lead a wagon of hired swords on a trail of danger and hijinks that's a different experience every time. Defend your wares in turn-based tactical battles in this choose your own adventure fantasy roguelite. Make decisions, manage resources, and survive!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.8%, Procedural Generation 15%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8%
- #32 Gobs and Gods
76% 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 26.8%, Hex Grid 11% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Procedural Generation 9.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.4%
- #33 UFO2: Extraterrestrials
77% matchMixed58% of 157 reviews2021
Dev: Chaos Concept
Windows
Are strategy games with strong RPG elements your cup of tea? Did you enjoy games like Xcom: UFO Defence, the Fallout series, the Civilization series, the Heroes of Might and magic? And now you are looking for something new to satisfy your craving for turn-based fun?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 40.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, RPG 10%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%
- #34 Nimoyd - Survival Sandbox
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nudge Nudge Games
Windows
You’ve crash-landed on Earth in 2702. Craft, dig, fight through a vast and colorful post-apocalyptic open world full of wonder, generated cities, dungeons, aliens, mechs, and an underworld. Find love. Or beat the ultimate Underlord!
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 28.6% ★, Procedural Generation 16.8%, Crafting 15.6%, Survival 15.4%, Open World 11.2%
- #35 Persevere
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Evermyth
Windows
Persevere is a turn-based survival RPG set on a grim and mysterious island. Control your team, explore an open world and fight Affects in an innovative combat system. Will your characters survive or descend into madness?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Survival 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Hex Grid 14.4% ★, Open World 10.7%
- #36 Unbox Tactics
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: cukuto
Windows
Unbox Tactics is a rogue-like, turn-based tactical game where you command a team of characters, each unboxed with unique skills and abilities. Strategically plan your moves and assemble the ultimate party as you take on intense, tactical battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.5%, Procedural Generation 12.4%, Hex Grid 11.4% ★, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%, Grid-Based Movement 8.6%
- #37 Mystical Tactics
74% matchNo user reviews2026
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 28.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Procedural Generation 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%
- #38 Battle for Desert City
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: UF Games
Windows
Battle for Desert City - is great chance to start your journey into TBS genre in wargame settings and test your skills. Learn to think like real soldier on the battlefield and like general in war room at the same time. Achieve hard, well deserved victory fighting overwhelming enemy forces.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.2%, RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Strategy 10.6%
- #39 REIGN OVER
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pentakodas
Windows
Build a fortress, raise an army, conquer your rivals! Hire heroes, equip them with rare artifacts and master their special abilities. Capture buildings and resources to train units and hire mercenaries. Lead them to victory in turn based combat!
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 23.7%, Tactical RPG 23.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Strategy 8%
- #40 Guildmaster: Gratuitous Subtitle
73% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2020
Dev: Jim Makes Games
Windows · Linux
Command an ever changing party of four heroes into turn-based tactical combat, in this challenging and irreverent fantasy adventure.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 37%, Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Top-Down 9%
- #41 Fall of the Final Age
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dracula's Castle
Windows
Take command of the last Stronghold of humanity, fighting back against the advancing monsters. Decide where to prioritize the forces of your Heroes, as the number of turns before the invasion is limited. A turn-based tactical strategy with RPG and roguelike elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Strategy 10.1%, RPG 9.9%
- #42 Of Blades & Tails
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 398 reviews2023
Dev: Felix LaukelPub: Pineapple Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A turn-based RPG that is action-oriented but rewards a thoughtful approach. Explore a fantastic land populated by different animal tribes. Follow the main story or hunt for treasures in ancient ruins and mysterious dungeons. Develop your character and gain powerful equipment.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.8%, Procedural Generation 13%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Survival 10.6%, Open World 9%
- #43 Aniverse
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AniLab
Windows
Chop trees, cook meals, build your home and play music to control the wild! Explore a procedurally generated world and survive your way through art.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 34.7% ★, Procedural Generation 16.3%, Crafting 14%, Open World 13.2%, Survival 6.2%
- #44 Mercenary Brotherhood
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SC Strategy Games
Windows
A deep turn‑based tactics RPG featuring emergent stories, procedural world events, enemy factions, magical loot with drawbacks, and a fully simulated fantasy sandbox. Build your mercenary company, survive brutal battles, and uncover new content. Solo‑dev indie project with active development.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Strategy 8.2%
- #45 Deathwave Aftermath
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Grimm
Windows
Deathwave Aftermath is an open world post-apocalyptic turn-based strategy game inspired by classic games like Final Fantasy and Chrono Trigger but with a higher focus on giving you control over how your character is built.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.4%, Post-apocalyptic 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Top-Down 9.1%
- #46 Dunebound Tactics
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terahard LtdPub: indie.io
Windows
Lead your band of survivors on a perilous trek across unforgiving sands in search of a new home. Battle ruthless factions, scavenge dwindling resources, reshape the terrain to your advantage and make life-or-death choices in Dunebound Tactics, a Roguelite Turn-Based Tactical RPG.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 23.1%, Tactical RPG 13.6%, Procedural Generation 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%
- #47 Romestead
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 201 reviews2026
Dev: BeartwigsPub: Three Friends
Windows
Rome has fallen! Rebuild civilization in this action-adventure survival game for 1-8 players. Fight hordes of the walking dead, build settlements, restore the Roman gods... or kick back and farm with friends.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 21.4% ★, Crafting 17.5%, Procedural Generation 15.3%, Survival 13.9%, Top-Down 9%
- #48 The Fifth Day
72% matchMostly Negative37% of 941 reviews2014
Dev: Touz
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The Fifth Day is a post-apocalyptic survival game set in the time after mankind's extinction to the machines that it created. Your role, as one of these machines, is to survive in the hostile world left behind by man.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 32.4% ★, Survival 22.5%, Post-apocalyptic 20.4%, Open World 13.2%, Crafting 8.1%
- #49 As One We Survive
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Revelation Games LLC
Windows
Survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Form a community, scavenge resources, build facilities, and defend yourself against a lawless world while joining a father's desperate journey to save his sick daughter.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 27.8% ★, Post-apocalyptic 19.7%, Survival 15.9%, Open World 12%, Crafting 11.8%
- #50 PostCollapse
71% matchMixed57% of 133 reviews2018
Dev: Ambiera
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
PostCollapse is a survival simulation game set after the collapse of civilization. Gather items from the ruins, construct tools, grow your own food, go fishing and hunting. Single player only. No Zombies.
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 21.1%, Open World Survival Craft 19.5% ★, Crafting 15.1%, Procedural Generation 14.4%, Survival 14.3%
- #51 RoguePG
70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Tayler TolmanPub: TMT Studios
Windows
RoguePG is a strategic rogue-lite game with turn-based elements. Each run features a new band of heroes, each with unique actions and powerful skills. Upgrade your actions, find new skills, and discover game-altering baubles in your quest to conquer three floors of enemies.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 41%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Procedural Generation 10.6%, RPG 10%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%
- #52 Don't Starve
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 112,640 reviews2013
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 28.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Don’t Starve is an uncompromising wilderness survival game full of science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 32.9% ★, Survival 28.8%, Crafting 17.4%, Open World 6.4%, Moddable 6% ★
- #53 Fantasy Wars: Endless Heroes
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: waterfall21
Windows
Fantasy Wars: Endless Heroes is a turn-based tactical strategy game. You lead a team of mercenaries from different races, each with unique skills. Explore a randomly generated fantasy world, recruit defeated enemies, capture pets, challenge demon lords, or conquer the world step by step.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Procedural Generation 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%
- #54 SURVIVAL: Postapocalypse Now
69% matchMixed56% of 8,877 reviews2019
Dev: TB Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Want to survive? - Arm yourself and survive. Crafting, shooting, transport and much more awaits you in the Survival game. What happened to the world around and why he died - you may find out. But is this the main question now?
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 41.2% ★, Survival 20.5%, Post-apocalyptic 16.4%, Open World 11%, Crafting 9.3%
- #55 Wanderlost
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eli SegalPub: Crytivo
Windows
Survive then thrive in a zombie-infested world. Gather materials, craft diverse weapons and tools, build and fortify a shelter, explore a massive world filled with the secrets of a dead civilization and whatever you do: stay clear of the…
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 21.8% ★, Post-apocalyptic 13.9%, Procedural Generation 12.4%, Crafting 12.1%, Survival 11.1%
- #56 The Long Dark
67% matchVery Positive89% of 121,879 reviews2017
Dev: Hinterland Studio Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 46.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
THE LONG DARK is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.
Why similar: Open World Survival Craft 42.8% ★, Survival 23.3%, Open World 12.2%, Crafting 9.5%, Post-apocalyptic 8.2%
- #57 Hero Lodge
67% matchPositive96% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Wheat Muffin Games
Windows
Hero Lodge is a fantasy tactical turn based RPG with a focus on player strategy and knowledge. Now featuring a fully fleshed out Roguelite mode.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, Crafting 8.7%
- #58 Sprinklebottom and the Haunted Ruins
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dual Cauldron
Windows
The powerful wizard Sprinklebottom's memory is fading. He needs your help to remember the story of how he defeated a powerful evil in this turn-based roguelite adventure.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 36%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Roguelite 7.4%
- #59 Tactical Battle Chronicles: Prelude to a War
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Andrew Gardner
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tactical Battle Chronicles: Prelude to a war is a turn-based tactical rpg where you control a small group of fighters. Recruit allies and defeat your enemies to drive the bandits off.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 32.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Grid-Based Movement 9.7%
- #60 Ashbane
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Shiverblade Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ashbane is a turn-based tactics RPG built around expeditions. Recruit Freeblades, grow your roster, and deploy a warband to accept paid jobs or launch your own raids. Choose your path, push deeper, and bear the cost.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, RPG 10.5%