- #1 Fantasy General II
97% matchVery Positive81% of 1,944 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
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 16.3%, 4X 15.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, 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.
- #2 Songs of Conquest
96% matchVery Positive86% of 13,308 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 13%, 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.
- #3 The Last Spell
96% matchVery Positive91% of 13,289 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 24.5 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: Turn-Based 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Tactical 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Dark Fantasy 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: It combines intense turn-based tactical combat with dark, apocalyptic themes and complex unit customization.
- #4 Battle Brothers
95% matchVery Positive88% of 27,494 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 93.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 28.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.8%, Medieval 22.6%, Fantasy 11.5%, Strategy 11%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers the definitive dark fantasy mercenary management experience with deep, unforgiving tactical turn-based combat.
- #5 The Iron Oath
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 900 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, 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.
- #6 Wartales
94% matchVery Positive86% of 34,811 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 51.8 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 33.4%, Medieval 21.3%, Turn-Based 20.2%, 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.
- #7 Othercide
93% matchVery Positive82% of 5,202 reviews2020
Dev: Lightbulb CrewPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, 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.
- #8 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
92% matchMostly Positive76% of 180 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: Turn-Based 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A direct tactical combat experience that focuses on squad-based strategy and unit positioning in a harsh fantasy environment.
- #9 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,427 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 34.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 36.1%, Turn-Based 21.3%, 2.5D 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for grid-based tactical RPGs, offering unparalleled depth in unit classes and strategic battlefield control.
- #10 Warbanners
91% matchMostly Positive71% of 610 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Tactical 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging tactical game that emphasizes grid-based movement and the importance of unit synergy in turn-based combat.
- #11 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
90% matchVery Positive80% of 2,601 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 17.3%, Dark Fantasy 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Medieval 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: A strategic fantasy game that balances world-building with tactical, turn-based battles against a variety of dark foes.
- #12 Kingsvein
89% matchVery Positive92% of 300 reviews2024
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
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 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.1%, Medieval 13.4%, Tactical 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes party-based combat and strategic movement in a dense, atmospheric world.
- #13 Dark Deity
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,017 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: Tactical 23%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Fantasy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on unit progression and challenging turn-based battles with a distinct anime-inspired aesthetic.
- #14 Rising Lords
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 963 reviews2024
Dev: ArgonwoodPub: Deck13
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 12.0 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: Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Medieval 14.9%, Tactical 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: Combines medieval strategy with tactical turn-based combat, requiring careful management of your forces and resources.
- #15 Disciples: Liberation
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,914 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 21.9%, 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.
- #16 Tyrant's Blessing
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 365 reviews2022
Dev: Mercury Game StudioPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 45%
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 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.2%, 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.
- #17 Dead Monarchy
86% matchVery Positive82% of 137 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Zhang
Windows
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 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Tactical 12.9%, Strategy 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, indie tactical RPG that leans heavily into the dark fantasy aesthetic and brutal, turn-based combat.
- #18 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
85% matchVery Positive88% of 6,291 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 23.9%, Turn-Based 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, 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.
- #19 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,599 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 12.8%, Tactical 12.2%, Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides deep, grid-based tactical combat with a focus on positioning and exploiting environmental advantages.
- #20 Blightstone
83% matchVery Positive80% of 519 reviews2026
Dev: Unfinished Pixel
Windows
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 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Tactical 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, 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.
- #21 Veterum
82% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Tactical 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused RPG that emphasizes turn-based tactical combat and unit building.
- #22 Legends of Eisenwald
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,825 reviews2015
Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 31.1%, Level Editor 15.8%, Tactical 13.2%, Medieval 13.1%, 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.
- #23 Songs of Silence
81% matchVery Positive81% of 2,653 reviews2024
Dev: Chimera Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 35.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Tactical 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique blend of fast-paced strategic movement and tactical, card-based combat in a fantasy world.
- #24 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
82% matchVery Positive91% of 476 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 21.2%, Level Editor 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Tactical 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A focused tactical game that strips away the fluff to provide pure, grid-based combat challenges.
- #25 Age of Wonders 4
81% matchVery Positive81% of 22,264 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.2 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 33.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, 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.
- #26 Clash II
80% matchMostly Positive72% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: Prime Bit Games SA
Windows
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 16%, Dark Fantasy 13.7%, 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.
- #27 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
78% matchVery Positive94% of 9,707 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, 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.
- #28 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
79% matchVery Positive81% of 101 reviews2022
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Experience a Fast-Paced Roguelite Turn-Based Strategy game with a New Turn-Based System which will need you to plan early on and create strategies that would lead your army to victory. Create an army with different Characters and Leaders to choose from and explore this Roguelite world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Medieval 15.1%, 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.
- #29 Dark Bestiary
79% matchVery Positive89% of 523 reviews2020
Dev: Qd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 29%, Dark Fantasy 20%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Medieval 10.6%, Fantasy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes character builds and turn-based combat efficiency.
- #30 Master of Magic
78% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,191 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 32.4% ★, 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.
- #31 Fight Life: Vanguard
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 140 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: Turn-Based 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Dark Fantasy 15.7%, Medieval 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%
- #32 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
77% matchMixed60% of 598 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 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Tactical 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%
- #33 Tinyfolks
75% matchVery Positive93% of 1,081 reviews2022
Dev: Pierre VandermaesenPub: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!
Why similar: Tactical 23.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Medieval 11.3%, Strategy 8.3%
- #34 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
77% matchVery Positive83% of 1,388 reviews2019
Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 42.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Tactical 9.7%, Strategy 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.7%
- #35 Thyria
76% matchVery Positive80% of 156 reviews2024
Dev: TwokatsPub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Linux
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 34.6%, Dark Fantasy 25.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Tactical 8%, 2D 6.9%
- #36 Wardrum
74% matchVery Positive87% of 75 reviews2026
Dev: Mopeful GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Lead a tribal warband and time your attacks to the beat of the Wardrum in this tactical turn-based roguelite! Forge a path across a harsh fantasy world full of rhythm magic, face death and strengthen your warriors until you have the power to destroy the dark sorcery infecting the lands.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based 14.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, 2.5D 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
- #37 Guards II: Chaos in Hell
73% matchVery Positive96% of 147 reviews2025
Dev: Battlecruiser GamesPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
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 21.1%, Mythology 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, Tactical 11.7%
- #38 Low Magic Age
75% matchVery Positive89% of 3,458 reviews2017
Dev: Low Magic Studios
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 28.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Medieval 13.7%
- #39 Urtuk: The Desolation
74% 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: Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Tactical 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%
- #40 Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
70% matchVery Positive89% of 16,795 reviews2026
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Turn-Based 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Tactical 12.9%, Military 12.5%
- #41 Ash of Gods: The Way
72% matchVery Positive81% of 492 reviews2023
Dev: AurumDust
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 34.5%, Dark Fantasy 29.5%, Tactical 25.3%, 2D 7%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #42 The Bell Echoes
69% matchVery Positive97% of 109 reviews2026
Dev: 七颗枚
Windows
The Bell Echoes is a story-driven tactical roguelite. Fight alongside a cast of distinctive companions as you venture deeper into the Corrupted Lands, defeat powerful foes, collect Echoes and memory fragments, and uncover the truth behind the characters and the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 18.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Fantasy 8.7%
- #43 Hero's Hour
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,674 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 20.5%, 4X 14.3% ★, Level Editor 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%
- #44 Crowntakers
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 682 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Tactical 10.7%, Strategy 7.7%
- #45 Voidspire Tactics
71% matchVery Positive97% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
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 35.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.3%, Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Indie 6.5%
- #46 Revelatio
69% matchVery Positive93% of 98 reviews2024
Dev: Guild Studio
Windows
"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 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based Combat 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Tactical 12%
- #47 Recon Control
71% matchVery Positive83% of 139 reviews2021
Dev: Dmitry KozlovPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 39%
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 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Military 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Tactical 12.6%
- #48 Exorder
72% matchMixed67% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: Solid9 StudioPub: No Gravity Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%, Tactical 10.3%
- #49 Shuffle Tactics
68% matchMixed70% of 106 reviews2025
Dev: Club SandwichPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
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 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%
- #50 Sword Legacy: Omen
70% matchMixed66% of 869 reviews2018
Dev: Firecast Studio
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 17.5%, Turn-Based 15%, Strategy 10.3%
- #51 The Heroic Legend of Eagarlnia
67% matchVery Positive85% of 1,621 reviews2022
Dev: HongShou StudioPub: Pixmain
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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%
- #52 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
65% matchVery Positive95% of 14,466 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.7%, Tactical 17.8%, Fantasy 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Strategy 8.3%
- #53 Conquest Tactics : Realm of Sin
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 210 reviews2026
Dev: Singular Sunshine StudiosPub: Thousand Generation
Windows · Mac
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 12.7%
- #54 Warlords III: Darklords Rising
66% matchVery Positive91% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
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 33.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.6%, Strategy 19.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.5%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #55 Demon's Rise - Lords of Chaos
69% matchVery Positive83% of 156 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
Turn-based, tactical RPG where players command a powerful band of warriors.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Strategy 12%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%
- #56 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
68% matchMixed69% of 134 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Fantasy 10.1%
- #57 Dark Quest 2
67% matchVery Positive84% of 659 reviews2018
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG where you control a party of heroes on your epic quest to defeat the evil sorcerer and his minions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 46.3%, Strategy 13.3%, Tactical 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Level Editor 7.5%
- #58 Valor of Man
63% matchVery Positive90% of 148 reviews2026
Dev: Legacy ForgePub: Numskull Games
Windows
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 20.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Tactical 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.6%