Games Like Shields of Loyalty

The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Turn-Based 16.2%, 4X 15.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Tactical 9.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same core DNA as the seed game, focusing on grid-based tactical movement and army composition within a high-fantasy setting.

Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.

Why similar: 4X 28.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Tactical 12.9%, 2.5D 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title masterfully blends turn-based strategy with tactical combat, featuring beautiful pixel art and deep unit management.

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: Turn-Based 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Tactical 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: It combines intense turn-based tactical combat with dark, apocalyptic themes and complex unit customization.

Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

Why similar: Military 37.3%, Medieval 29.4%, Fantasy 14.9%, Strategy 14.3%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers the definitive dark fantasy mercenary management experience with deep, unforgiving tactical turn-based 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 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Tactical 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that features a dark, evolving world and meaningful character progression through turn-based combat.

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 33.5%, Medieval 21.4%, Turn-Based 19.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Strategy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, dark fantasy mercenary simulator that emphasizes tactical positioning and the survival of your unique unit roster.

As Humanity’s last hope, lead your army to combat in an intricate dance of spectacular actions and counters, using an original Dynamic Timeline System, and face fearsome bosses in epic battles.

Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Tactical 11%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a striking dark aesthetic and a unique initiative-based tactical system that rewards careful planning.

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 24.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A direct tactical combat experience that focuses on squad-based strategy and unit positioning in a harsh fantasy environment.

Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.5%, Turn-Based 21.1%, 2.5D 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for grid-based tactical RPGs, offering unparalleled depth in unit classes and strategic battlefield control.

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 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Tactical 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging tactical game that emphasizes grid-based movement and the importance of unit synergy in turn-based combat.

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: Tactical 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Fantasy 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on unit progression and challenging turn-based battles with a distinct anime-inspired aesthetic.

On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Military 17.2%, Dark Fantasy 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Medieval 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A strategic fantasy game that balances world-building with tactical, turn-based battles against a variety of dark foes.

Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.1%, Medieval 13.4%, Tactical 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes party-based combat and strategic movement in a dense, atmospheric world.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Medieval 14.9%, Tactical 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines medieval strategy with tactical turn-based combat, requiring careful management of your forces and resources.

Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Tactical 17%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy strategy RPG that focuses on tactical combat and managing a diverse army of units across a grim world.

Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.8%, Turn-Based 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Strategy 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a robust class system and grid-based tactical combat that will appeal to fans of deep strategy and unit customization.

Tyberia has been turned into a paradise by the Tyrant, free from war, suffering, and death - because nearly everyone has been turned into the undead. Take charge of the last living warriors in tactical, turn-based battles and drive the Dead Army into the sea!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, 2.5D 17.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelite that emphasizes careful positioning and unit management to overcome an undead-themed threat.

Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.

Why similar: Turn-Based 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Tactical 12.8%, Strategy 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, indie tactical RPG that leans heavily into the dark fantasy aesthetic and brutal, turn-based combat.

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 44.2%, Tabletop 12.9%, Tactical 12.3%, Strategy 10.8%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides deep, grid-based tactical combat with a focus on positioning and exploiting environmental advantages.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Tactical 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused RPG that emphasizes turn-based tactical combat and unit building.

A challenging, turn-based strategy with a roguelike edge. Lead a team of adventurers to destroy the Blightstone and free the world from corruption. Use free movement, dynamic environments and collectable skills to save the crystal, and save the world.

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Tactical 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, 2.5D 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical roguelite that forces players to make difficult decisions during turn-based encounters.

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: Turn-Based 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Level Editor 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Tactical 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A focused tactical game that strips away the fluff to provide pure, grid-based combat challenges.

Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.

Why similar: 4X 38.5% ★, Mythology 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Fantasy 8.5%, Strategy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique blend of fast-paced strategic movement and tactical, card-based combat in a fantasy world.

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 30.9%, Level Editor 15.8%, Medieval 13.3%, Tactical 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on the management of a small, specialized army in a dark, medieval fantasy setting.

Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!

Why similar: 4X 33.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Dark Fantasy 13.6%, Tactical 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: While a 4X game, its tactical combat layer provides the same grid-based, unit-focused satisfaction found in the seed game.

Clash II is a turn-based strategy game in a world steeped in ancient magic. Immerse yourself in its history and explore forgotten land full of magical creatures. Gather and train an army, expand your stronghold, upgrade your heroes! Lead one side of the conflict and decide the fate of the continent!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Tactical 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Medieval 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that emphasizes grid-based tactical combat and magic usage in a fantasy world.

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 33.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Strategy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers immense depth in character customization and tactical combat, perfect for players who enjoy complex unit management.

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 21.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Medieval 15.2%, Tactical 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A medieval-themed tactical game that focuses on squad-based combat and strategic positioning.

Dark Bestiary is a turn-based tactic game with RPG elements. The very core of the game consists of continuous and exciting battles with monsters rather than a deep story. So, you will have to explore a rich combat system and discover your character’s possibilities.

Why similar: Turn-Based 28.7%, Dark Fantasy 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Medieval 10.7%, Fantasy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes character builds and turn-based combat efficiency.

Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic?

Why similar: 4X 32.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy strategy game that provides a deep tactical layer for those who enjoy managing magical units and armies.

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 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Tactical 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%

Thyria is an RPG, a unique combination of dynamic exploration, turn-based combat and crafting. Summon and train a team of Guardians, who will accompany Thyria into the minds of the cursed villagers. Help them vanquish their nightmares.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.5%, Dark Fantasy 25.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Tactical 8%, 2D 7%

Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!

Why similar: Tactical 23.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Medieval 11.4%, Strategy 8.3%

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 42.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Tactical 9.7%, Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%

Solve tactical puzzles in constantly changing battles and overcome circumstances that are NEVER in your favor. Defend your commander, win duels, capture points, experiment with your strategy to defeat a superior enemy, and make decisions that affect your story.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28%, Dark Fantasy 24%, Tactical 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, 2D 5.7%

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: Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Tactical 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%

Assemble a squad of four fearless heroes and embark on a deadly journey through the circles of Hell, inspired by dark myths from around the world. Battle legions of demons and challenge the Devil himself!

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.8%, Mythology 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Tactical 11.7%

Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Medieval 14.5%

Conquest Tactics: Realm of Sin is a dark-fantasy roguelite tactics game. Command your army and engage in turn-based battles on a hex-based board as you advance step by step to conquer a land shrouded in sin. Your choices carry weight: will you restore order… or allow eternal darkness to reign?

Why similar: Tabletop 18.2%, Dark Fantasy 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Tactical 12.6%

A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.3%, 4X 14.4% ★, Level Editor 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%

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 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Tactical 10.8%, Strategy 7.8%

An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!

Why similar: Turn-Based 35%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.4%, Strategy 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Indie 6.5%

Recon Control is a turn-based strategy and 2D platformer hybrid focused on combat. Lead your special operations squad through a set of challenging and deadly missions.

Why similar: Turn-Based 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Military 15.5%, Tactical 12.6%

"Revelatio" is a turn-based strategy game that combines tile-based combat and elements of roguelike. Strategically summon and control units to claim victory. Stain the world with your darkness by corrupting various units, bosses and even NPCs.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Tactical 11.9%

Shuffle Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding tactical RPG. Strategize to survive tough battles, pick the right cards to create powerful synergies, and bond with your sidekicks to get an edge in battle. Adventure awaits! Will you rise as Asteria's new King?

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Tactical 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%

Lay out your grand strategy on the land of Eagarlnia where humans, elves, orcs, dwarves, and the undead each battle out a corner of land. Manage your territories by navigating complex decisions and grow your economy.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Tactical 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Strategy 8.4%

A fantasy turn-based strategy game, fight for Cerulean and claim the crown as her rightful heir! Enjoy hours of our single-player campaign and battle your friends with cross-platform multiplayer. Expand your skills as a commander with the challenge mode.

Why similar: Turn-Based 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Tactical 10.3%

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 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Strategy 10.3%

Recruit powerful units, place them strategically and find the best synergies in this Roguelike Autobattler! Knightica lets you guide a warband through many challenges to free the Kingdoms. Discover optimal combinations, weave powerful enchants, face dangerous monsters and lead your army to victory!

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Tactical 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Strategy 8.5%

Turn-based, tactical RPG where players command a powerful band of warriors.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Strategy 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.6%

End State is a turn-based tactics game where you manage a mercenary company tracking down a terrorists in a war-torn country. Hire, gear up and gain experience for your mercenaries. Take on rebels and criminal gangs, do side contracts and explore Brekovia.

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Military 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Tactical 13.2%

Conquer kingdoms, wield dark magic, and lead armies in Warlords III: Darklords Rising. Master strategy in this fantasy world of warfare.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.7%, Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%, Fantasy 6.5%

Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a turn-based, tactical RPG featuring strategic battles, intriguing puzzles and exciting quests. Customize your heroes’ unique, class-based attacks and abilities to defeat Father Eldritch's oppressive armies throughout dozens of unique, hand-crafted maps!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, Dark Fantasy 19%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Fantasy 10%

Forge your party. Master your fate. In this turn-based roguelite RPG, lead four heroes through a fractured realm of danger and destiny. Build synergies, unlock powerful abilities, and face ever-shifting challenges in an epic battle for survival. No journey is ever the same.

Why similar: Dark Fantasy 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Tactical 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%

Sentry Knight Tactics is a charming, cute action-strategy RPG adventure. Set in a land under siege by a transdimensional evil, you command your team of powerful heroes through various realms as you slaughter enemy hordes, complete quests, upgrade your gear and save the world.

Why similar: Strategy 35.2%, Tactical 21.5%, Fantasy 17.5%, Indie 12%, 2D 9.7%

Lead a strike force against an alien threat in this turn-based tactical RPG from the developers of Battle Brothers. Answer distress calls across different worlds, train and equip infantry, deploy tanks and mechs, and plan and execute missions in detailed turn-based battles.

Why similar: Turn-Based 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 12.8%, Tactical 12.1%

Classic, old-school, turn-based battle in a satirical medieval world. Raise a Holy Army and stop the march of Evil.

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.9%, Tactical 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Medieval 12.1%

Ancient Slavic knights fight against evil in turn-based tactical combat! Lead your group through the kingdom to cleanse the land from fiends and monsters! Each attempt presents a new, randomly generated journey.

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Mythology 16.7%, Tactical 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%