Games Like Pendragon: Narrative Tactics

A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.2%, Mythology 21%, Choices Matter 13.7%, Turn-Based 12.9%, RPG 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A darker, more tactical take on the Arthurian mythos that focuses heavily on party management and narrative consequences.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 31.2%, Choices Matter 21.1%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Story Rich 12.2%, Fantasy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features procedural storytelling that evolves based on your choices, creating a unique narrative journey similar to Pendragon's dynamic story system.

Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.9%, Choices Matter 16.5%, Strategy 12.8%, RPG 12.4%, Story Rich 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the blend of high-stakes narrative choices and turn-based tactical combat found in Pendragon.

1872, with a steampunk twist. Phileas Fogg has wagered he can circumnavigate the world in just 80 days. Travel by airship, submarine, mechanical camel, steam-train and more. Race other players and a clock that never stops in TIME Magazine's Game of 2014.

Why similar: Choices Matter 26.1%, Interactive Fiction 25.2%, Story Rich 15.8%, Strategy 14.6%, Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same developers, this title shares the same commitment to elegant, choice-driven interactive storytelling.

The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based rogue-lite RPG in which Arthurian legend meets with sci-fi horror. Recruit mortal heroes to explore lands rife with otherworldly evil, make narrative bending choices in unique interactive encounters, and search for the lost fragments of your soul across the multiverse!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 34.4%, Strategy 15.2%, Story Rich 14%, Fantasy 13.8%, RPG 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines Arthurian legend with tactical roguelike combat, emphasizing the journey across a fractured, magical landscape.

Create your own epic saga of survival, mythology and diplomacy! Rule your clan, make strategic decisions that affect the game world, win battles and expand your influence in this unique mix of RPG, strategy and story-telling.

Why similar: Mythology 26.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.3%, Strategy 11.7%, Choices Matter 11.1%, Fantasy 9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic narrative-strategy hybrid that heavily influences the genre of choice-driven, mythological simulation.

Life between myths. Lead the Riders clan into legend or obscurity as you explore an ancient world. Plan ahead as you navigate this challenging storybook strategy game, immersing you in the land of old gods and magic also seen in King of Dragon Pass.

Why similar: Mythology 25.4%, Interactive Fiction 16%, Choices Matter 14.8%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Strategy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, choice-heavy strategy game that focuses on clan management and mythology, capturing the same 'story-rich' feel.

Decide the fate of the world in this ingenious story-driven card game. Foretales offers a unique take on the adventure genre, with a multitude of playstyles and story paths through which you can save the world… or bring about its end.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.3%, Choices Matter 17.3%, Story Rich 12.5%, Board Game 11.8%, Fantasy 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven card game where every choice impacts the story and the world, mirroring the interactive fiction elements of Pendragon.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Choices Matter 15.9%, Turn-Based 11.9%, Story Rich 10.6%, Strategy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a branching narrative where the story continues even if your main characters fall in tactical combat.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 23.6%, Turn-Based 15.2%, Choices Matter 12.6%, Story Rich 10.1%, Strategy 10%

Why You'll Like It: Features a persistent world where your tactical decisions and character choices have long-term consequences for your mercenary company.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 34.1%, Strategy 16.3%, RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Story Rich 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that draws heavily from Arthurian themes and features a distinct, stylized approach to turn-based combat.

The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.

Why similar: Choices Matter 17.5%, RPG 16.3%, Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Story Rich 15%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the narrative-tactical excellence of the original with even more complex character relationships and choices.

The Warlock of Firetop Mountain is a tabletop adventure come to life! This fantasy solo RPG combines unique, simultaneous turn-based combat with a journey that changes based on each figurine you take into Firetop Mountain! Which hero will you take into Zagor's lair THIS time?

Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Interactive Fiction 15.8%, Board Game 13.6%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Fantasy 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: An interactive fiction game that integrates tactical combat into its narrative, capturing the feel of a tabletop adventure.

A tactical, turn-based RPG from the makers of Legend of Grimrock games. Every action, every turn counts as you control your party of heroes through challenging, handcrafted missions in the ancient, mist-clad Menhir Forest.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.2%, Turn-Based 29%, Strategy 15.3%, Fantasy 9.3%, RPG 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on elegant, puzzle-like combat encounters within a rich fantasy setting.

Play as three intrepid paladins through a terrible war of succession to save a sinister medieval kingdom from political turmoil. Pick a side amongst noble families to choose the future monarch and crush those who stand in your way through board-shattering tactical card combat!

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.7%, Choices Matter 15.1%, Turn-Based 13.6%, Story Rich 10.8%, Strategy 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused RPG that emphasizes political intrigue and character-driven choices in a fantasy setting.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 23.6%, Turn-Based 23%, Strategy 15.5%, Fantasy 12.2%, RPG 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike tactical RPG that focuses on a journey across a kingdom, blending exploration with turn-based combat.

Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.

Why similar: Turn-Based 28.5%, Board Game 19.9%, Strategy 16.4%, RPG 12.5%, Fantasy 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A digital board game that excels at creating emergent narrative moments through its blend of strategy and card-based mechanics.

Seize the throne in the age of King Arthur! Lead an army of Britons against the darkest of enemies in this epic interactive medieval fantasy novel.

Why similar: RPG 81.9%, Indie 18.1%

Why You'll Like It: A text-based interactive fiction game that explores the Arthurian legend through a choice-heavy, character-focused lens.

Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.6%, Mythology 17.6%, Choices Matter 13%, Strategy 12.3%, RPG 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG set in the Arthurian universe that focuses on a unique, dark narrative perspective.

Banner Saga 3 is the epic conclusion to a sweeping viking saga six years in the making. This strategic RPG, acclaimed for its strong story and compelling characters has won over 20 awards and been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.5%, Strategy 17.5%, RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based 11.3%, Choices Matter 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: The conclusion to the trilogy that maintains the high standard of choice-driven tactical gameplay.

A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 57.9%, Strategy 13.8%, RPG 12.1%, Choices Matter 8.8%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that places a massive emphasis on branching narrative paths and moral dilemmas that affect the world.

Roleplaying in the ruins of interplanetary capitalism. Live the life of an escaped worker, washed-up on a lawless station at the edge of an interstellar society. Inspired by the flexibility and freedom of TTRPGs, explore the station, choose your friends, escape your past and change your future.

Why similar: Narrative 55.6% ★, Interactive Fiction 16.8%, Story Rich 10%, RPG 8.3%, Multiple Endings 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: While less tactical, it captures the same feeling of navigating a complex, choice-heavy narrative where every decision carries weight.

Welcome to the lost age of chivalry, where magic and myth is alive, and you are destined to be one of the living legends: Arthur, the son of Uther Pendragon, the Once and Future King of the prophecies. Fulfill your destiny and claim your rightful place on the throne of Britannia.

Why similar: Strategy 39.7%, RPG 24.7%, Turn-Based 18.9%, Fantasy 14.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A grand-strategy take on the Arthurian mythos that allows for significant moral choices that shape your kingdom.

Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.

Why similar: Turn-Based 22.5%, Choices Matter 21.1%, Historical 13.8%, Story Rich 11%, Medieval 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on exploration and choice-driven quests in a dark, medieval setting.

Lead the Knights of the Round Table through King Arthur's legend in a unique RPG, full of honor, magic and romance. Plunge into a colorful world inspired by medieval art, tales and music. Undertake perilous quests and fiercely defend your kingdom to make the flower of chivalry blossom again.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Historical 20%, Choices Matter 14.1%, Story Rich 10.2%, Strategy 10.2%

Dust and Salt is a text-based narrative adventure with a pinch of turn-based tactical battles which has you as the main hero leading your troops in a gritty, low-power, medieval fantasy world. You decide where to go and whom to form alliances with. Force your will with either diplomacy or through war.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 35.6%, Story Rich 20.2%, RPG 19.4%, Adventure 9.4%, Medieval 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy RPG that focuses on player choice and world-building through a unique, text-based tactical interface.

Knights of the Chalice is a 2D RPG with turn-based combat. Create four Adventurers and embark on a bold journey to save the Land from Slavers, Demons, Dragons and other Evil Forces, as your Heroic Party progresses all the way from level 1 to level 20. The free Demo/Tutorial is a unique adventure.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 43.9%, Choices Matter 22.6%, Fantasy 15.2%, RPG 12.9%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, rules-heavy tactical RPG that captures the essence of classic tabletop combat and party management.

Play as the Sovereign of a magical tower in this story-rich, Round Table management RPG. Recruit eccentric Knights, assign quests and balance egos whilst carving out your kingdom's destiny. If destiny doesn’t go your way, keep turning back time, uncover secrets and rewrite fate again and again.

Why similar: Choices Matter 27.9%, Interactive Fiction 18%, Medieval 15%, Story Rich 12.6%, RPG 10.6%

From the makers of Death & Taxes comes a turn-based adventure-strategy game, an indie love letter to pixel art, old-school adventure games, mythical creatures and fantasy storytelling. Choose your faction and harness the vast power of magic to save your dying world, shaping your personal storyline.

Why similar: Mythology 26.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Magic 9.7%, Strategy 9.6%

"Pennon and Battle" is a turn-based strategy war game. As a lord, you will play a crucial role in the revival of the kingdom! Lead heroes and armies to expand territory in Ruachland, utilize tactics and magic to eliminate enemy forces, and create your own legend!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.5%, Strategy 15%, Magic 14.6%, Fantasy 11.4%, RPG 9.5%

Super Dungeon® Tactics is a classic turn-based game featuring exciting, new gameplay mechanics. Along with traditional RPG characters making you feel right at home, the dynamic gameplay will keep you on your toes.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.5%, Turn-Based 19.3%, Strategy 12.6%, Board Game 11.8%, RPG 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on grid-based tactical combat with a lighthearted, story-driven approach to dungeon crawling.

Unforgiving storytelling adventure with dice rolls and turn-based management. Make the right choices and roll the dice to rally the monarchs to your medieval kingdom by diplomacy, war or deception.

Why similar: Turn-Based 31.1%, Choices Matter 28.7%, Medieval 18.1%, Indie 9.5%, Fantasy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that uses resource management and choice-based events to tell a compelling story about ruling a kingdom.

Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.4%, Strategy 17.7%, Turn-Based 17.6%, RPG 14.7%, Magic 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes party-based combat and strategic positioning in a harsh, unforgiving world.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 41.4%, Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 17.2%, RPG 13.7%, Adventure 6.4%

Liberate the Fallen Kingdom and Ignite a New Hope! A classic fantasy SRPG featuring a simple system and a cast of captivating characters woven into an epic tale.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.8%, Fantasy 16.5%, Medieval 14.8%, Story Rich 14.5%, Strategy 14.4%

A story-rich gothic RPG. Master the rituals of an ancient spellbook. Commune with the realm of the dead and struggle with your descent into madness. Build the power to raise an undead army and march against your enemies. Progress through secrecy, diplomacy, blackmail, coercion and seduction.

Why similar: Narrative 39.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Choices Matter 10.6%, Magic 9.9%, Historical 9.6%

Willy-Nilly Knight is the great story, based on the legend of King Arthur. Immerse yourself in a single-player, isometric, story-driven RPG with real-time gameplay and turn-based combat, set in the colorful fantasy universe. Will you find the power to save the world in the war of gods? Find your answer.

Why similar: RPG 29.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Turn-Based 18.9%, Fantasy 14.2%, Adventure 11%

An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.1%, Turn-Based 23.1%, Strategy 14.5%, Fantasy 12.7%, RPG 11.8%

Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.

Why similar: Choices Matter 25.6%, Story Rich 20%, Strategy 16.6%, RPG 13.1%, Stylized 7.5%

Curious Expedition 2 is a turn-based narrative roguelike set in a reimagined version of the late 19th century that uses procedural gameplay and story elements to create completely unique and epic adventures every time you play.

Why similar: Turn-Based 27.6%, Board Game 17.6%, Strategy 16.4%, Story Rich 15.5%, RPG 12.8%

Wartile is a cool-down based strategy game in which you control a warband of Viking figurines in a miniature universe inspired by Norse mythology. Unravel its secrets and rein the powers of the gods.

Why similar: Strategy 28%, Medieval 22.9%, RPG 22.5%, Fantasy 13.1%, Adventure 9%

Roguelike Squad-based Autobattler in a Tabletop RPG setting. Draft your army, carefully equip and position your units, make important choices, and meet a colorful cast of characters as you make ready for the Grand Tournament.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 37.5%, Strategy 15.8%, Board Game 13.7%, Fantasy 13.2%, RPG 11.4%

Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27%, Historical 15.9%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Strategy 11%, Story Rich 10.6%

A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world ruled by real but unrelenting gods. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice has a price and entails consequences. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!

Why similar: Choices Matter 34%, Interactive Fiction 24.2%, Story Rich 13.9%, RPG 11%, Medieval 6.4%

A party of goblins, granted magic by an ancient spirit, wanders the archipelago, fighting back the terrible Fog. Wield elemental power with wild repercussions in this open-world tactics RPG.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 43.4%, Magic 16.9%, Strategy 15.2%, Fantasy 12.6%, RPG 8.6%

The legendary medieval strategy adventure has returned – enhanced for a new generation of knights. Conquer provinces, raise armies, storm castles, and influence the balance of power through bold strategy and action moments.

Why similar: Strategy 38.2%, RPG 30.5%, Historical 20.7%, Medieval 10.6%

Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location and the verticality of the battle field in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.1 Ruleset. In Solasta, you make the choices, dice decide your destiny.

Why similar: Choices Matter 30.4%, Fantasy 21.1%, Story Rich 20.7%, RPG 16.9%, Adventure 7%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 35.1%, Magic 18.8%, Choices Matter 13%, RPG 12.5%, Story Rich 9.5%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 49%, Strategy 17.3%, Story Rich 13.4%, RPG 13.2%, Multiple Endings 5.5%

Circa 790 AD. A small band of Norse warriors lands on the shores of England. History may have forgotten their names, but their actions live on. As the chieftain of your clan, let ambition guide your choices in the party-based RPG Expeditions: Viking. How will history remember you?

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.8%, Historical 14%, RPG 12.7%, Choices Matter 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%

Fates of Ort is a retro fantasy RPG focused on strategic action, in a land where time is frozen when you stand still. Cast powerful spells - but beware, they will cost you your life.

Why similar: Choices Matter 27.4%, Magic 20.6%, RPG 14.3%, Fantasy 13.7%, Story Rich 11.4%

The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Lead your party of heroes in an open world filled with random events that affect your story. Survive a high fantasy landscape where your epic saga is waiting to be written.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 39.2%, Strategy 17.5%, Fantasy 15.9%, RPG 14.4%, Medieval 13%

Step into a dark reimagination of Arthurian legends in this first person, open world RPG. Explore a world stuck in everlasting autumn, witness falling legends and make meaningful choices woven into a complex, branching storyline.

Why similar: Narrative 48.7% ★, Choices Matter 16.1%, RPG 12.6%, Story Rich 9.5%, Adventure 5.9%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 33.4%, Turn-Based 20.5%, Strategy 11.2%, Fantasy 10.2%, RPG 7.8%

Help the Knights to rescue their Kings and Queens in the beautiful and dangerous Vikings Lands. An innovative game concept inspired by chess: infiltrate mindfully, rescue quickly, and get out alive if you can.

Why similar: Mythology 34.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.6%, Historical 14.7%, Board Game 9.5%, Medieval 8.3%

Enter the world of Narborion Saga: an epic, high fantasy, role-playing game. A mixture of game-book, tactical combat, rogue-like dungeoneering, minigames, and much more ̶ Narborion Saga will satisfy the fans of narrative, story-driven RPGs.[/b]

Why similar: Strategy 45.4%, RPG 37%, Adventure 17.6%

Crimson Tactics: The Rise of The White Banner brings you an epic adventure in the form of a turn-based tactical RPG. Set in a medieval high fantasy world, witness a massive political disruption through the lives of different characters and fight for the fate of Wendalle.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 44.2%, Strategy 19.5%, RPG 15.6%, Medieval 12.5%, Stylized 8.2%

Table of Tales: The Crooked Crown is a role playing adventure that brings tabletop gaming to life in virtual reality! Also includes a new non-VR mode for players without VR hardware. Join a band of scoundrels in this unique sea-faring tabletop RPG adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.2%, Interactive Fiction 17.4%, Board Game 11.8%, Strategy 10.8%, RPG 8.8%