- #1 Plague Lords: Witch Hunt
97% 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 17.6%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Zombies 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Base Building 10.1%
- #2 Tattered Banners
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CookieByte Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Lead your mercenary company in a turn-based tactics RPG set in a living, simulated world shaped by your actions. Raid, bribe, steal, spy, assassinate, lay siege, and more - and watch the consequences ripple through and change a realm at war.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Medieval 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Open World 10.9%
- #3 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
96% 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: Tactical RPG 18.5%, Medieval 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, Turn-Based 10.7%
- #4 Redemption Reapers
95% matchMostly Positive75% of 542 reviews2023
Dev: AdglobePub: Binary Haze Interactive
Windows
Descending suddenly on the world, the macabre Mort armies destroy nation after nation, leaving humanity decimated in their wake. Among the forces resisting the Mort is a small band of mercenaries known as the Ashen Hawk Brigade.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.7%, Tactical RPG 18.1%, Medieval 14%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%, Simulation 10.1%
- #5 Wartales
94% matchVery Positive87% of 34,222 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, Medieval 14.8%, Open World 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%
- #6 Age of Fear: The Undead King
94% 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 21.4%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Zombies 10.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%
- #7 Tales of Kathay
93% 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 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Sandbox 11.5%, Open World 11.3%
- #8 Dreadstone Keep
92% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Crit42 StudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Dreadstone Keep is a roguelike, strategy turn-based game where you must defeat the two powerful entities that rule the ancient castle. Acquire upgrades, use your wits and battle powerful pixel art enemies!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Medieval 8.8%
- #9 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
91% matchVery Positive84% of 7,361 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Tactical RPG 24.9%, Dark Fantasy 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Medieval 9.6%
- #10 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 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Base Building 11.2%, RPG 10.4%
- #11 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
90% matchMixed60% of 580 reviews2024
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Tactical RPG 11.7%, Medieval 11.4%
- #12 RV Kingdom 0x0297
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OOO Moya Oborona
Windows
Save the world from the upcoming demon invasion or join the evil forces! Gather a party of gangsters and kick ass! Explore the world within three years and prepare for the great battle that will change the history forever!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Medieval 14%, Sandbox 8.9%
- #13 Of Blades & Tails
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 388 reviews2023
Dev: Felix LaukelPub: Pineapple Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 26.4%, Medieval 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Sandbox 11%
- #14 Necromaster
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dragon Dropper
Windows · Linux
The Necromaster rises again! Raise the dead and reclaim your kingdom from the man who murdered you in this tactical RPG.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.2%, Zombies 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Medieval 12.1%
- #15 Tyrant's Twilight
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Caio Ramaglio
Windows
Tyrant's Twilight is a Strategy RPG with an Action twist! Command allies across the battlefield in turn-based tactical gameplay, but be prepared to get your hands dirty as you slash, shoot, pierce and cast spells in real time action combat.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.1%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #16 Dead Weight
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Klukva Games
Windows
Face the Ancient Gods! Set the sails of your flying pirate ship and embark on a roguelite adventure in the steampunk world of Dead Weight. Explore floating islands in search of loot. Choose a class and enjoy turn-based tactical combat on tiny battlefields where every step matters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Tactical RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Sandbox 10.5%
- #17 Abyssal
85% matchPositive84% of 45 reviews2024
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
A 3D turn-based strategy game where a Monk, wielding arcane magic, and his minions battle hordes of Eldritch-like creatures.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 37.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Strategy 11.8%, Medieval 10.2%
- #18 Outland Kingdoms
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: GBL
Windows
Colony building RPG with detailed characters, driven by procedurally generated Stories. Build a hut, a village, a town, a city, a kingdom. 5 different races. Ally with unique factions. Rule an Undead empire. Craft Legendary items. Tame creatures. Enslave enemies. It's all here.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Base Building 12.3%, Medieval 11.3%, Open World 7.8%
- #19 Warbanners
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 603 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Medieval 10.6%
- #20 King's Bounty II
82% matchMixed62% of 5,472 reviews2021
Dev: Fulqrum GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Medieval 15.3%, Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #21 Bastard
83% matchMixed59% of 169 reviews2018
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Are you used to being a noble knight in shining armor who protects the weak and punishes the evil ones? Sure, you might answer, everybody wants to see oneself as one - especially in a game. But did you consider which price you would have to pay for it in your real life?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.7%, Medieval 17%, Turn-Based 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%
- #22 Glorious Companions
81% 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 22.1%, Turn-Based 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Sandbox 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
- #23 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 179 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
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: Tactical RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #24 Evolutio Tactics
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShotDash
Windows
A tactical RPG in stunning HD-2D style. Evolve through five races, master turn-based strategy, and uncover Waglin’s masked secrets in a city shaped by transformation.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, 2.5D 12%, RPG 10.9%
- #25 5 Crowns
80% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: HoriZon
Windows
When crowns tremble and oaths shatter, Bianké ignites. Gather your allies, wield steel and cunning, and lead the Amethyst Fangs in a tactical RPG where every decision forges the story… or dooms it.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.9%, RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #26 Ashigaru Tactics
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mr Crops
Windows
Ashigaru Tactics is a turn-based hex tactical combat sandbox game, set in Sengoku-era Japan. Assemble a squad of mercenaries and fight, survive, and kill in a land ravaged by clan wars, bandit incursions, and whispers of Yokai emerging.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.2%, Medieval 15.3%, Sandbox 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Management 9.4%
- #27 逆战勇士团
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZhengKesheng
Windows
As a soul awakened in chaos, lead 17 heroes to revolt against the Dragon Empire. This SRPG blends tactics with Diablo-style loot. Conquer 31 battles, collect "Black Gold" gear, and break level limits. Every choice you make writes the final chapter of this epic redemption!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.3%, Turn-Based 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Strategy 9.9%
- #28 The Lost King of Avallon
79% 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 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Medieval 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Sandbox 11%
- #29 Realm Keep
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Harry Mahal
Windows
Realm keep is a turn based tactical RPG where you build and defend your settlement. You lead your colonists, plan battles, explore distant dungeons and destroy them.
Why similar: Base Building 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Sandbox 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
- #30 Gladiators and Glory
77% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: Oguz Kemerli
Windows
A Turn-Based Fighting Game Set in the Roman Era, where you can develop your Gladiators and fight them in arenas to increase the glory of your Ludus.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18.6%, Medieval 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Strategy 10%
- #31 Castellan of Aurelwatch
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lionblade Software
Windows
Lead your heroes in tactical turn-based battles, explore a magical world, and build a thriving village hub.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.1%, Turn-Based Combat 22.2%, Medieval 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Base Building 7.5%
- #32 The Black Breath
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Silverland Games
Windows
Manage a caravan of survivors, take crucial decisions on the journey, and fight multiple enemies in turn-based battles to escape The Black Breath.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 29.9%, Tactical RPG 19.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Strategy 10.4%
- #33 Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander
76% matchVery Positive84% of 1,312 reviews2016
Dev: Massive Damage, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is a retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 18.3%, Base Building 17.4%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based 11.9%
- #34 Paths & Danger
76% 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: Tactical RPG 22%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Turn-Based 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%
- #35 Valorborn
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Laps Games
Windows
Dive into a living medieval fantasy sandbox RPG where the world moves with or without you and factions rise and fall. Become a thief, hunter, or sellsword, survive alone or with a party, and shape your story in a fully enterable world where every building, cave, and road hides opportunity or danger.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.4%, Medieval 14.2%, Sandbox 13.5%, Open World 11.8%, Base Building 11.6%
- #36 Edge Islands
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 94 reviews2025
Dev: LS Games
Windows
Discover a unique blend of Colony Sim and Tactical RPG. Recruit and train your heroes, build your outpost, explore dungeons and engage in turn-based strategic battles to protect and expand your domain. Shape your stories by managing moods, relationships, ambitions and more!
Why similar: Base Building 21.3%, Sandbox 12.8%, Tactical RPG 9.5%, Management 8.9%, Open World 8.6%
- #37 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
75% 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 25.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10%, Zombies 9.6%
- #38 The Last Spell
72% matchVery Positive92% of 12,839 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%
- #39 The Vagabond Emperor
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2021
Dev: WigglingEyebrows
Windows
"The Vagabond Emperor" is a 2D RPG where you start as a simple vagabond and become an emperor. Smite enemies, build a town, create a family, suffer from the curse, do what you want.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.7%, Medieval 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Sandbox 13%, Open World 9.3%
- #40 Tales of Terrabanthis: Fall of the Demonlords
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kortex Gaming Studios
Windows
A third person, turn based RPG. Save the corrupted world from demon rule. Level up, build magic skills, and create the perfect team to bring peace to the land.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.7%, Strategy 8.1%
- #41 Outerlands Guilds
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GlareByte
Windows
Outerlands Guilds is a turn based tactical RPG which has you manage a mercenary guild in a medieval fantasy world. Featuring a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Sandbox 15%, Medieval 11%, Turn-Based Combat 10%
- #42 Hired Blade
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kobanchik
Windows
Hired Blade is a tactical turn based RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Become a warchief of your own mercenary band, recruit hired blades, take on contracts, fight bandits and monsters. Unwind in taverns to boost your squad's morale! Embrace the hard life of a true gritty sellsword!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Medieval 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%
- #43 Slaves of Magic
70% 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 21.9%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Medieval 12.9%
- #44 Nemire
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 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 29.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Medieval 11.5%, Strategy 7.9%
- #45 Tenrei
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Alan Lun
Windows · Mac
Forge your legacy in a sprawling fantasy world where every choice shapes your fate. Explore an open‑ended sandbox blending freedom with tactical turn‑based combat. Rise as ruler, raider, or trader—the path is yours to carve.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20%, Sandbox 17.9%, Open World 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Simulation 9.3%
- #46 Instruments of Power
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Iron Loop Games
Windows
Build powerful spells in this tactical RPG, then send disposable avatars into battle to unleash them. Explore ancient sites of power, devastate foes with your magic, and acquire forgotten knowledge. But where does true power come from?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Medieval 11.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%
- #47 Gladiator Guild Manager
68% matchVery Positive81% of 3,874 reviews2024
Dev: Entertainment ForgePub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A strategic autobattler sim where you build a team of gladiators, compete in arenas, plan fight tactics, and form alliances. Combine fighters, beasts, and mages, develop and equip them to optimize your well-oiled fighting machine, dominate the championships, and leave your mark on the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.3%, Base Building 13.8%, Medieval 13.2%, Turn-Based 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #48 Fernageddon
69% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
Do you like to burn things? We do! A combat turn-based RPG / strategy game. About burning down the world... New - Play in Heretic mode and fight a sandbox style fight against the forces of fire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 35.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Medieval 11.7%, RPG 8.1%
- #49 Endless RPG - Untold Tales
68% matchVery Positive99% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: Kezarus
Windows
Craft a party of diverse characters, each with customizable skills and looks. Explore a living world with dynamic day-night cycles, changing seasons, and diverse biomes. Embark on an epic journey where you shape your destiny as the director of your unique story.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.6%, Turn-Based 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Sandbox 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #50 Dead State: Reanimated
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,543 reviews2014
Dev: DoubleBear Productions
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Dead State is a narrative-driven survival RPG set at the dawn of the undead apocalypse. Drawing inspiration from classic RPGs like Fallout, X-Com, and Suikoden, Dead State combines strategic, turn-based combat with base building mechanics, character creation, and social management.
Why similar: Zombies 40.9%, Turn-Based 17.1%, RPG 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.4%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%
- #51 Lucid Soul
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jon Bookout
Windows · Mac
A Villain Protagonist, High Fantasy, Horror RPG in which you, Player, will control Scythe and his party of Deathtouched as they take part in a story rich conquest through the world of Trebezia. Gods and Goddesses will try to stop you... but hey you're the villain... and being evil is so. much. fun.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.2%, Zombies 17%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%
- #52 The Monster Breeder
67% matchVery Positive92% of 262 reviews2025
Dev: Fantasy Creations
Windows
Turn-based fantasy gladiatorial game with monster breeding. Crossbreed various species to create monster hybrids for gladiatorial combat. Manipulate creatures’ traits with surgery, magic, and alchemy. Manage your enterprise, craft items and upgrade your base. Fight in the arena for gold and glory!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Sandbox 12.3%, Medieval 11.5%
- #53 Blades For Hire
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DoubleTapPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Blades for Hire is a captivating strategy game where you lead a mercenary guild. Dive into the story of a man fighting for survival, facing daily choices between morality and pragmatism. Guide your guild to prosperity—or ruin—as you navigate the harsh realities of a mercenary’s life.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.2%, Medieval 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%
- #54 Tactics & Strategy Master:Joan of Arc
69% matchMixed58% of 52 reviews2018
Dev: Gemini Stars GamesPub: psmint7
Windows
This is a game of S·RPG, which tells the story of the of Jane .As the second work of crossing the series, there is a great leap forward compared with the previous one.You can play strategy, also can nurture your favorite roles.Everything depends on your decision!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.5%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Medieval 11.4%
- #55 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
67% matchVery Positive91% of 467 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lead troops in tense tactical battles, just you and your brain against the dying world. Can you save it? Manage a mercenary company, scavenge supplies, build an army. Go on a quest! Burn down a village or two... Explore the rich medieval fantasy world in a mix of LOTR, Warhammer, FTL and Total War.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19%, Turn-Based 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Medieval 14%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%
- #56 Fight Life: Vanguard
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: StartImpulsePub: Two Cakes Studio
Windows
Engage in tactical turn-based combat, manage and upgrade each character, and strive to reclaim harmony in a world on the brink of oblivion. Take on the mantle of leadership as you guide a mercenary squad through perilous landscapes, selecting your comrades from a diverse pool of skilled recruits.
Why similar: Medieval 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%
- #57 Rising Lords
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 951 reviews2024
Dev: ArgonwoodPub: Deck13
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Rising Lords is a medieval turn-based strategy game with card and board game elements. Send your serfs to fight and die in your name... or let them prosper, and use them to your advantage!
Why similar: Medieval 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Base Building 13.6%, Turn-Based 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%
- #58 Blackguards 2
68% matchMixed67% of 1,254 reviews2015
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Blackguards 2 is a turn-based strategy-RPG and will deliver challenging hexfield battles and a gritty story filled with violence and crime. - Includes bonus content: Soundtrack, digital Art Book and Strategy Guide Book!
Why similar: Turn-Based 21.6%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, RPG 11.6%