- #1 Songs of Conquest
97% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 34.8% ★, Lore-Rich 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Magic 11.6%, Fantasy 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to classic turn-based strategy games that perfectly mirrors the army management and exploration of the seed game.
- #2 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
96% matchVery Positive95% of 14,248 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.7 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: Auto Battler 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Lore-Rich 15.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, RPG 9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical army building and squad management that feels very similar to the auto-battler mechanics of the seed game.
- #3 Age of Wonders 4
96% matchVery Positive81% of 21,784 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.4 hrsMean: 58.8 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 36% ★, War 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Fantasy 7.2%, Multiplayer 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for fantasy 4X strategy, offering immense depth in empire building and tactical combat.
- #4 Hero's Hour
95% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,658 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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: Auto Battler 29.1%, 4X 19.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Multiplayer 8.9%, Fantasy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, accessible take on the turn-based strategy genre with a strong focus on auto-battler combat.
- #5 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
94% matchVery Positive81% of 2,560 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 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 25.4%, Lore-Rich 24.2%, Magic 16.8%, Strategy 10.4%, Fantasy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines 4X strategy with deep RPG elements and tactical combat in a rich fantasy setting.
- #6 ENDLESS™ Legend
94% matchVery Positive84% of 18,949 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
Why similar: 4X 47.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Strategy 12.7%, Fantasy 8.3%, Multiplayer 6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique fantasy 4X game known for its deep world-building and distinct faction mechanics.
- #7 King's Bounty II
93% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 31.2%, RPG 17.7%, Strategy 17.4%, Fantasy 12.4%, Adventure 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the adventure and tactical combat aspects of fantasy strategy games.
- #8 The Banner Saga
92% matchVery Positive89% of 15,850 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 Strategy 26.7%, RPG 18.3%, Strategy 14.2%, Story Rich 10.7%, Fantasy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features stunning, hand-drawn art and a narrative-driven approach to tactical turn-based combat.
- #9 Fantasy General II
91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,900 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.1 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: 4X 29.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.3%, War 14.8%, Strategy 12.5%, Fantasy 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated turn-based tactical game that captures the essence of commanding fantasy armies.
- #10 Disciples: Liberation
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,871 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.3 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: Turn-Based Strategy 30.3%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, RPG 14.8%, Strategy 12.6%, Story Rich 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes army composition and turn-based combat.
- #11 Stones Keeper: King Aurelius
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, and live through the final moments of King Aurelius
Why similar: 4X 26.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Magic 13.8%, Fantasy 8.3%, Multiplayer 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends turn-based strategy with RPG elements in a visually distinct fantasy world.
- #12 Age of Wonders III
89% matchVery Positive80% of 12,750 reviews2014
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!
Why similar: 4X 35.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 24.2%, Strategy 16%, Fantasy 9%, RPG 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy strategy title that excels in tactical turn-based combat and hero progression.
- #13 Shields of Loyalty
87% matchMostly Positive74% of 164 reviews2025
Dev: Mosaic Mask StudioPub: indie.io
Windows
Experience tactically challenging turn-based strategy in the hostile island world of Mantaria. Command a dynamic army of various unit types and classes to slay a dark and possessed undead army. Train forces into powerful warriors and fight fervently until the snake's head is at your feet!
Why similar: 4X 38.5% ★, Mythology 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Fantasy 8.5%, Strategy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based game that leans into a dark fantasy aesthetic and challenging combat.
- #14 Heroes of Might & Magic V
88% matchVery Positive88% of 4,179 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Witness the amazing evolution of the genre-defining strategy game as it becomes a next-generation phenomenon, melding classic deep fantasy with next-generation visuals and gameplay. In the renowned Might & Magic universe, demon swarms spread chaos over the land in a relentless assault.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 39.9%, Strategy 17.7%, Fantasy 13.3%, Multiplayer 10%, RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential turn-based fantasy strategy experience that defined the genre's core loop.
- #15 Wargroove 2
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 432 reviews2023
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Trouble stirs on the shores of Aurania. An ambitious new faction has unearthed forbidden relics capable of catastrophic consequences. But how far will they go to achieve glory? Take to the battlefield, sea, and sky with a cast of new Commanders, using your wits to wage turn-based war!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 39.1%, Multiplayer 21.7%, Fantasy 17.9%, Strategy 14.6%, Singleplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features charming art and deep tactical gameplay that emphasizes unit positioning and strategy.
- #16 Zoria: Age of Shattering
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 608 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 25.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, Fantasy 11%, Story Rich 10.1%, RPG 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes exploration and party management in a fantasy setting.
- #17 Might & Magic® Heroes® VII
86% matchMixed54% of 7,076 reviews2015
Dev: Limbic EntertainmentPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Might & Magic® Heroes® VII makes a triumphant return bringing you the essence of turn based strategy gaming. Set in a fantasy universe with RPG progression with a strong story narrative, you will embark on a journey that you will never forget!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.6%, Strategy 17.1%, Fantasy 11.4%, Multiplayer 10.9%, RPG 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the classic turn-based fantasy formula with a focus on hero-led army combat.
- #18 Pennon and Battle
84% matchMixed69% of 180 reviews2025
Dev: PB StudioPub: Luckycalf
Windows
"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: 4X 40.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Magic 11.6%, Strategy 7%, Fantasy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on 4X strategy and tactical combat with a strong emphasis on army positioning.
- #19 Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes
85% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,515 reviews2013
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fallen Enchantress is 4X strategy game from the makers of Sins of a Solar Empire and Galactic Civilizations. Build a civilization in the magical world of Elemental. Recruit heroes, train armies, build cities, forge alliances and save the world in this rich world where it's never the same game twice.
Why similar: 4X 35% ★, Magic 16.2%, Lore-Rich 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Fantasy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy 4X title that emphasizes hero-focused gameplay and magical research.
- #20 Master of Magic
83% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,174 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.3 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 54.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23%, Fantasy 10.9%, Strategy 9.1%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic fantasy 4X experience that heavily influenced the genre.
- #21 Battle Brothers
81% matchVery Positive88% of 27,117 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: War 34.3%, Fantasy 12.4%, RPG 11.5%, Strategy 11.2%, Story Rich 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, tactical game that focuses on mercenary management and complex turn-based combat.
- #22 Eador. Imperium
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,258 reviews2017
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Hire heroes, build an army, prevail in battles and try to keep your empire intact in the face of grave danger. Eador. Imperium is a new chapter in Eador series, known for its unique blend of grand strategy, turn-based tactics and RPG elements.
Why similar: 4X 30.1% ★, Strategy 23.4%, RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Indie 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A complex turn-based strategy game with strong RPG roots and deep world-building.
- #23 Elemental: Reforged
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 340 reviews2026
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
A 4X strategy game in a fantasy RPG world. Create your own sovereign hero, build a dynasty, design custom units, and wage turn-based war across a world that's different every time you play. Every unit is an individual with their own name, gear, and story.
Why similar: 4X 41.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Magic 14%, Fantasy 8.3%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game focused on magic and fantasy empire building.
- #24 Of Gods and Men: The Daybreak Empire
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Dead Genre Studios
Windows · Mac
A retro-inspired turn-based strategy. Conquer your way across a war-ravaged world to forge a new empire and impart an unprecedented era of peace!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, RPG 15.8%, Strategy 15.3%, Fantasy 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: An indie tactical RPG that features fantasy themes and turn-based combat.
- #25 Expeditions: Rome
79% matchVery Positive88% of 6,478 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 39.4%, RPG 18.2%, Strategy 16.3%, Atmospheric 9.7%, Female Protagonist 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines deep tactical combat with strategic map management and character-driven narratives.
- #26 Godking: Master of Rituals
81% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2020
Dev: Sensiga
Windows
Godking: Master of Rituals is a fantasy strategy game inspired by great classics, bringing a host of new features and a rich new world to conquer. Pick your faction and your god-like avatar. Build your empire and crush all enemies in this glorious 4X with endless replayability.
Why similar: 4X 41.2% ★, Strategy 33.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Deep 4X strategy with a focus on fantasy themes and complex ritual mechanics.
- #27 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
76% matchVery Positive84% of 2,346 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.
Why similar: 4X 39.6% ★, War 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Multiplayer 9.4%, Strategy 6.7%
- #28 Worshippers
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 105 reviews2018
Dev: Brainwashing Games
Windows
It's hard to be a god! Worshipper is a fast-paced strategy combined with collectible card game. Explore and conquer the land, face dreadful creatures, lead your people to glory! With every victory you will unlock new units, spells and buildings, use them to develop your own unique strategies!
Why similar: 4X 47.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.3%, RPG 13.6%, Strategy 13.2%, Indie 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Strategy-focused gameplay with board-game influences and fantasy world-building.
- #29 Age of Wonders: Planetfall
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,593 reviews2019
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.
Why similar: 4X 43.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 26.8%, War 10.7%, Strategy 10.6%, Multiplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi, it shares the core tactical and 4X mechanics that define the Age of Wonders series.
- #30 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
75% matchVery Positive90% of 3,444 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Why similar: Auto Battler 30.6%, Mythology 23.1%, Strategy 8.2%, RPG 8%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #31 Gord
78% matchMixed54% of 976 reviews2023
Dev: Covenant.devPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Gord is a single-player adventure strategy. To survive, you must build, but to prevail, you must conquer the darkness beyond the gates. In this dark fantasy world, you must complete quests while managing a populace whose personal stories and well-being decide the fate of your tribe.
Why similar: Mythology 34.2%, Lore-Rich 22.5%, Magic 15.8%, Atmospheric 9.6%, Strategy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric strategy game that blends city-building with dark fantasy exploration.
- #32 Lords and Legions
76% matchVery Positive80% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Warborne Studios
Windows
Get ready to battle, make your mark, and create epic battles. Lead your Hero starting with small battles and grow into epic-scale armies and high fantasy wars. Unlock heroes, abilities, and 80+ units in a campaign or build castles, shape battlefields, and create endless wars in Battle Creator.
Why similar: Auto Battler 40.4%, War 28.5%, Fantasy 11.7%, Magic 5.7%, Simulation 5.4%
- #33 Knightica
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,114 reviews2025
Dev: Mad Mango GamesPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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: Auto Battler 51.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Strategy 10.6%, Fantasy 10.2%, Adventure 3.2%
- #34 MementoMori
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 450 reviews2025
Dev: Bank of Innovation, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dive into a World Where Sorrow Meets Beauty
Why similar: Auto Battler 38.1%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Magic 12%, RPG 9.3%, Simulation 8%
- #35 The Banner Saga 2
75% matchVery Positive90% of 3,748 reviews2016
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 27.9%, RPG 16.6%, Story Rich 13.4%, Strategy 11.9%, Fantasy 8.1%
- #36 Planar Conquest
77% matchMixed62% of 574 reviews2016
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Become an all-powerful Sorcerer Lord and lead one of 8 different races to the ultimate victory. Explore multiple planes of existence, raid dungeons, and conquer cities. Expand your armies, cast mighty spells, and summon godly creatures to do your bidding. Fight the enemies in D20 OGL battles.
Why similar: 4X 39.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Strategy 11.6%, RPG 11.1%, Magic 6.7%
- #37 Songs of Syx
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,777 reviews2020
Dev: Gamatron AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Songs of Syx is a fantasy city-builder with vast battles simulating thousands of citizens and soldiers. Start off as a small village and build, scheme, and fight your way towards a mighty empire. The mechanics are deep and true to life, where tiny events can spiral into the collapse of kingdoms.
Why similar: 4X 63.9% ★, Fantasy 12%, Strategy 11.1%, Simulation 9.6%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #38 The Last Flame
72% matchVery Positive85% of 2,804 reviews2025
Dev: Hotloop
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Recruit a party of unique heroes, fight deadly encounters, loot and craft powerful gear, discover and create thousands of synergetic builds! The Last Flame is an endless roguelike auto-battler in which you guide a righteous party of heroes through many challenges.
Why similar: Auto Battler 46%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Strategy 8.8%, Fantasy 7.8%, RPG 7.5%
- #39 Worlds of Magic
77% matchMixed50% of 586 reviews2015
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Worlds of Magic is a 4X turn-based strategy game. Players can explore and conquer an almost limitless number of procedurally generated universes, using military and magical power to overcome their foes. Found cities, raise armies, research and cast spells, hire powerful heroes, and create powerful magical artifacts.
Why similar: 4X 43.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 14.9%, RPG 9.9%, Fantasy 8.2%
- #40 Othercide
73% matchVery Positive82% of 5,143 reviews2020
Dev: Lightbulb CrewPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Female Protagonist 30.6%, Strategy 26.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.2%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Indie 7.5%
- #41 Battle Synth
71% matchVery Positive94% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Cow Games
Windows
BattleSynth — Tactical Fantasy Warfare Assemble your army, plan your moves, and watch your strategy come alive on the battlefield. In BattleSynth, every unit matters and every choice can lead to victory — or defeat. Smart tactics, wild magic, and a bit of chaos await!
Why similar: Auto Battler 44.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.5%, Simulation 15.1%, Strategy 10.3%, Fantasy 4.9%
- #42 Songs of Life
71% matchVery Positive82% of 134 reviews2025
Dev: DreamStepPub: 2P Games
Windows
Famine and war have ravaged the land, leaving it in ruins. Step into the shoes of three legendary physicians—Hua Tuo, Zhang Zhongjing, and Dong Feng—and harness surgery, potions, and divine powers to restore order, end the chaos, and uncover the conspiracy behind the epidemic.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.3%, Story Rich 24.6%, Simulation 13.7%, Adventure 11.4%, Singleplayer 6.3%
- #43 Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,633 reviews2025
Dev: Rockbee TeamPub: Polden Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lessaria is an RTS inspired by Majesty 👑 where you guide heroes with indirect control. Play through the campaign or relax in sandbox mode as you build your magical kingdom.
Why similar: Magic 27.5%, Fantasy 19.6%, Strategy 17.2%, RPG 15.9%, Simulation 15.5%
- #44 Paths & Danger
72% 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: 4X 41.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23%, RPG 9.8%, Strategy 9.2%, Atmospheric 8.8%
- #45 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
70% 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: Auto Battler 34.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.2%, Fantasy 13.4%, Strategy 10.4%, RPG 7.9%
- #46 Winter Voices
73% matchMixed66% of 274 reviews2010
Dev: Clara Lehenaff
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A unique adventure, a stunning scenario to discover in one season!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.7%, RPG 21.8%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Adventure 8.1%
- #47 Kurukshetra: Ascension
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 111 reviews2022
Dev: Studio Sirah
Windows
Test your skills in an all-new strategic card battler. Master swift positioning with melee and ranged rows. Plan your path to victory in the dead of night. Explore a deeply rooted universe in a rogue-lite story campaign. Collect, build, command your army, and emerge victorious.
Why similar: Mythology 28.2%, War 19.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #48 Heroes of Science and Fiction
67% matchVery Positive92% of 696 reviews2026
Dev: Oxymoron Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.
Why similar: 4X 40.7% ★, Lore-Rich 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Story Rich 6.7%, RPG 6.7%
- #49 Polygon Fantasy Battle Simulator
69% matchVery Positive89% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: Aerilon Studios
Windows
Welcome to Polygon Fantasy Battle Simulator, the most colorful medieval fantasy battle simulator in existence! Throw tens of thousands of soldiers into battle, enjoy the show, or take direct control of one of them to prove your valor!
Why similar: Auto Battler 44.6%, War 16.9%, Strategy 11.2%, Simulation 11.1%, Magic 7.9%
- #50 Oriental Empires
70% matchVery Positive81% of 2,990 reviews2017
Dev: Shining Pixel StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Turn based 4X strategy game, recreating the civilizations of ancient China. Develop your land, build great cities, raise huge armies and fight epic battles, with hundreds of soldiers fighting right on the game map. Advance your technologies, culture and religion to create one of mankind’s biggest empires.
Why similar: 4X 46.1% ★, War 15.2%, Strategy 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Simulation 9.1%
- #51 Sands of Salzaar
68% matchVery Positive82% of 22,882 reviews2021
Dev: 汉家松鼠Han-Squirrel StudioPub: XD
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Bringing you to an exotic desert where you’ll recruit, train, and guide your troops into battle against rival cities and factions. Embark on an adventure that’s uniquely yours; Customizable characters, professions, and factions. The land is filled with a variety of hidden secrets.
Why similar: War 42.2%, RPG 15.5%, Strategy 13.9%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #52 Ash of Gods: The Way
69% matchVery Positive82% of 483 reviews2023
Dev: AurumDust
Windows
Median: 3.4 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 39.6%, Hand-drawn 29.7%, Story Rich 13.9%, RPG 12.1%, Singleplayer 4.7%
- #53 Kingdom Ascension
67% matchVery Positive85% of 218 reviews2025
Dev: RainRingStudio
Windows
Step into the role of a lord, starting from scratch to build your kingdom. Gather resources, construct buildings, recruit troops, explore, and embark on adventures to continuously expand your territory and defend your homeland.
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, Auto Battler 32.8%, War 21.5%, Strategy 7.3%, Adventure 2.1%
- #54 Fatermyth
68% matchVery Positive84% of 517 reviews2024
Dev: KDreamPub: Merlion Games
Windows
"Fatermyth" is an RPG game that combines tabletop role-playing and adventure. The storylines of seven characters from different eras intertwine, depicting an epic of human heroes. The strategic battles with dice + skills add more challenges to the adventure.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 27.3%, Female Protagonist 16%, Story Rich 10.6%, RPG 9.7%, Fantasy 9.6%
- #55 Fantasy of Expedition
69% matchVery Positive80% of 687 reviews2020
Dev: LW.C
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Fantasy of Expedition is a Roguelike Strategy Adventure Game where players lead their own army on an expedition mandated by the Heavens. Be careful what choices you make on our randomized maps! Recruit, purchase, and gather relics to win battles and solve events. Your destiny awaits!
Why similar: Auto Battler 43.6%, RPG 20.4%, Strategy 18.5%, Adventure 9.8%, Indie 7.7%
- #56 None Shall Intrude
66% matchMostly Positive74% of 901 reviews2025
Dev: Aeterna LudiPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Venture into None Shall Intrude, a roguelite deck-builder with tile-based combat where you become a powerful Raid Boss. Epic battles, intricate strategies, and the ever-present threat of heroic challengers seeking to vanquish your reign. Will you conquer all or fall to valiant heroes?
Why similar: Hand-drawn 37.3%, Strategy 34.2%, Fantasy 21.8%, Singleplayer 4.4%, Indie 2.3%
- #57 Spire of Glory
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 151 reviews2022
Dev: Ferran Pla
Windows · Mac
Surpass the challenges of the Spire. Your legacy begins now. Prove your worth.
Why similar: Auto Battler 52.1%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Magic 12.9%, Strategy 10.9%, Fantasy 8.9%
- #58 Stones Keeper
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 118 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, recruit and enhance your fighters, control a flying island, search for artifacts, and learn the secrets of the ancients.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.3%, Magic 19.3%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Fantasy 11.1%, RPG 10.8%
- #59 Tears of Adria
66% matchVery Positive95% of 57 reviews2023
Dev: Ark Island Studio
Windows · Mac
A real-time strategy adventure with autobattles. You begin with one hero. Soon you have a party, a dragon problem, a few questionable artifacts, and far too much confidence. Somehow this is the correct way to resurrect a dead goddess.
Why similar: Auto Battler 45.1%, Magic 20.4%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Fantasy 12%, Adventure 5.2%