Games Like Stellar Tactics

Colony Ship is a turn-based, party-based role-playing game set aboard a generation ship launched to Proxima Centauri. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and branching dialogue trees.

Why similar: CRPG 22%, Tactical RPG 18.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Isometric 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers the same crunchy, turn-based tactical combat and deep character customization found in the best isometric CRPGs.

You are the captain of a starship venturing through a massive open universe. Customize your crew and take command at the helm of your very own ship as you explore a galaxy torn apart by internal strife, alien threats, and political intrigue.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 32.8%, Sandbox 16.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Space 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the sandbox space exploration and crew management elements of Stellar Tactics with a focus on deep economic and tactical systems.

UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.

Why similar: CRPG 28%, Isometric 18.7%, Post-apocalyptic 17%, RPG 10.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, isometric CRPG that emphasizes tactical combat and exploration in a dense, atmospheric sci-fi environment.

Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.

Why similar: CRPG 27.6%, Tactical RPG 23.2%, Character Customization 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Space 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, party-based CRPG set in a massive sci-fi universe that perfectly captures the scale and tactical complexity of Stellar Tactics.

A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.

Why similar: CRPG 32.5%, Post-apocalyptic 14.9%, Isometric 12.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, RPG 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the isometric, turn-based, and sci-fi RPG roots of Stellar Tactics with a heavy emphasis on character development.

Following the critically acclaimed 2014 Game of the Year winner Wasteland 2, the RPG series that pioneered the post-apocalyptic genre in video games returns with Wasteland 3.

Why similar: CRPG 19.6%, Tactical RPG 14.2%, Party-Based RPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%, Isometric 9%

Why You'll Like It: A premier party-based RPG that excels at combining tactical squad combat with meaningful choices in a harsh, post-apocalyptic setting.

Cyberpunk mercenaries RPG! Turn-based squad tactics with unique heist-planning strategy. Build your crew wisely; their stories will become interwoven with your own. Pull off heists with powerful cyberware, faction connections, multiclassing, weapon modding, stealth, hacking, and more!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 18%, Party-Based RPG 16.2%, Isometric 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Post-apocalyptic 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, party-based RPG that focuses on squad management and high-stakes combat within a gritty, futuristic setting.

StarCrawlers is a modern take on a classic cRPG dungeon crawler set in a gritty spacepunk universe. Build a crew of renegade adventurers on the fringes of space, taking jobs from megacorps to hunt bounties, sabotage rivals and conduct corporate espionage.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 31.2%, CRPG 27.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, RPG 11.5%, Sci-fi 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi dungeon crawler that focuses on party management and tactical combat in procedurally generated environments.

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: CRPG 20.3%, Tactical RPG 18.9%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, party-based RPG that emphasizes long-term management and strategic combat in a dynamic, evolving world.

The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.7%, Tactical RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Tactical 13.3%, Isometric 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: While lacking the space setting, its deep squad-based tactical combat and mercenary management are highly reminiscent of the ground combat in Stellar Tactics.

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: Tactical RPG 31.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Party-Based RPG 20%, RPG 14.2%, Character Customization 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A pure tactical RPG that prioritizes exploration and deep character customization through a unique class system.

Sector Unknown is a solo-developed, isometric sci-fi RPG set in a shadowy expanse of space. Begin on a desolate planet, establish a stronghold, explore space, ally with or dominate local factions, and combat a despotic organization set on ruthlessly exploiting the sector's resources and inhabitants.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.7%, CRPG 25.2%, Isometric 16.6%, Character Customization 11%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric, dialogue-heavy RPG that captures the tactical and character-focused spirit of classic sci-fi dungeon crawlers.

Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!

Why similar: CRPG 27%, Isometric 21.6%, RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Tactical 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional isometric CRPG that balances tactical turn-based combat with a rich, immersive sci-fi narrative.

A turn-based, party-based RPG set in the Age of Decadence world and focused on squad level tactical combat. Fight your way out of prison mine or die trying.

Why similar: CRPG 18.8%, Tactical RPG 18.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A focused, turn-based tactical RPG that strips away the fluff to provide intense, party-based combat encounters.

Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.

Why similar: CRPG 32.1%, Party-Based RPG 22.2%, Dungeon Crawler 18.2%, Isometric 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic CRPG experience that allows for deep character customization and tactical party control in a unique sci-fi fantasy world.

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: CRPG 31.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Character Customization 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Tactical 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical sci-fi RPG that emphasizes squad-level combat and meaningful choices within a sprawling, war-torn galaxy.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 25.6%, Sandbox 22.4%, Character Customization 20.7%, Open World 16.2%, RPG 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a brutal, sandbox mercenary management experience that shares the tactical depth and party-building focus of Stellar Tactics.

A tactical cyberpunk turn-based RPG set on an off-world grindhouse jungle colony. Skulk through the shadows or charge in guns blazing. Recruit a unique party for large squad-based assaults as your adventure plunges you deep into the city’s secrets.

Why similar: CRPG 23.3%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Tactical 10.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Open World 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, open-world sci-fi RPG that emphasizes tactical combat and exploration in a gritty, cyberpunk-inspired setting.

Fight nerve-wracking spaceship battles in this turn-based tactical space opera RPG! Manage your crew of feline warriors to adapt to every strategic situation and dive into a thrilling space opera story where your choices will determine your path.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.3%, Character Customization 13.2%, Space 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines space exploration and turn-based tactical combat with a focus on ship management and crew positioning.

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 20%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Isometric 10.8%, Sandbox 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox tactical RPG that allows players to build and manage a mercenary company in a turn-based environment.

Approaching Infinity is a turn-based space RPG in the spirit of the sci-fi classics, with endless progression and exploration. Fight tactical battles or use diplomacy. Seek powerful artifacts. Quest, mine, trade, and craft. Level up forever or attempt 10 victories in hardcore or adventure mode.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.9%, Open World 15.9%, Space 13.2%, Exploration 12.3%, Sci-fi 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, sci-fi sandbox exploration game that focuses on the vastness of space and constant character progression.

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: CRPG 19.6%, Tactical RPG 17.8%, Party-Based RPG 16.1%, Dungeon Crawler 12.9%, Character Customization 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and tactical combat within a large, atmospheric world.

Explore a flooded world and save humanity from a terrible threat in this turn based, tactical RPG with roguelike elements

Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Party-Based RPG 16.7%, CRPG 14.6%, Post-apocalyptic 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based RPG set in a flooded post-apocalyptic world that focuses on squad recruitment and combat.

Age of Reforging: The Freelands is a medieval high-freedom sandbox adventure CRPG. You'll be a reforger in the freelands chosen by the Goddess to embark on a medieval adventure tour at your own pace, gathering teammates, fighting for survival, and craft your unique legend!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 17.8%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, CRPG 13.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11%, Sandbox 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox adventure that offers significant freedom in exploration and character development within a tactical framework.

Vendir: Plague of Lies is a classic party-based RPG with a deep storyline and turn-based combat. Experience an intricately crafted world, steeped in history and brought to life through a carefully crafted atmosphere and the trials and tribulations of stories of the people that inhabit it.

Why similar: CRPG 23.2%, Tactical RPG 18%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, Isometric 8.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich CRPG that features deep character customization and tactical, party-based combat.

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: CRPG 25.7%, Party-Based RPG 21.5%, Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, RPG 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features robust party-based tactical combat and strategic management systems that will appeal to fans of complex RPG mechanics.

A turn-based RPG with deep character-driven combat, and a story written by Final Fantasy veterans. Finding yourself on the wrong side of the Crown, you and your companions must fight or perish. Build a team of mercenaries, forge alliances, and explore distant lands.

Why similar: CRPG 28.1%, Tactical RPG 20.8%, Party-Based RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D, party-based CRPG that features a unique tactical combat system and a focus on exploration.

Become the Captain of an interstellar cruiser and journey across the galaxy to save the Republic. During your journey you will have to make important decisions, improve the weaponry of your ship and fight against numerous enemies.

Why similar: Space 25.9%, Tactical RPG 18.1%, Sandbox 15.5%, RPG 14%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A space-faring RPG that blends ship-to-ship combat with character-based decision making and exploration.

Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.9%, Tactical RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Character Customization 15.9%, RPG 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A procedural, party-based RPG that excels at tactical combat and character-driven storytelling.

Embark on a space voyage with your ragtag crew of civilians in search of a new home. Build spaceships tile by tile, create optimal gas conditions, manage the needs and moods of their crew, encounter other space-faring groups, and explore the universe in this spaceship colony simulation.

Why similar: Sandbox 22.1%, Post-apocalyptic 19.4%, Space 17.5%, Open World 14%, Exploration 10.6%

Survive the galaxy's toughest prison and rise to the top of a space gang! Explore, fight, craft, trade and learn convicts' stories to escape the facility. Space Prison is a turn-based tactical survival game with deep strategy and social RPG elements.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.7%, Dungeon Crawler 18.8%, Dark Humor 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Space 9.2%

Explore the vast reaches of VoidExpanse -- mine asteroids, upgrade your ship, trade, complete missions, advance your character and survive fast-paced combat with hostile aliens and mercenaries in the rich and exciting Sci-Fi universe of VoidExpanse!

Why similar: Space 26.7%, Sandbox 19.4%, Open World 16.6%, Character Customization 11.9%, RPG 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space-focused, open-world RPG that emphasizes ship customization and exploration in a vast galaxy.

Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.9%, Space 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Sandbox 12.1%, Sci-fi 11.6%

Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home.

Why similar: Space 35.2%, Exploration 16%, Open World 15.6%, Sci-fi 15.3%, RPG 13.3%

Effulgence RPG is a party-based RPG set in a unique character-based world where enemies are more than just obstacles - they ARE the resource. 💀 Destroy them to forge better gear!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22.6%, Tactical RPG 20.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Dark Humor 15%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%

Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world.

Why similar: CRPG 22%, Party-Based RPG 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, RPG 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.4%

Torment: Tides of Numenera is the thematic successor to Planescape: Torment, one of the most critically acclaimed role-playing games of all time. Immerse yourself in a single-player, isometric, story-driven RPG set in Monte Cook’s Numenera universe. What does one life matter? Find your answer.

Why similar: CRPG 34%, Isometric 24.3%, RPG 15.6%, Party-Based RPG 8.5%, Turn-Based Combat 8.5%

Explore a vast open world and crawl through dungeons in first person, then fight tactical turn-based battles from a top-down perspective. Guide your adventuring party through Archaelund, mankind's last frontier, and uncover its many secrets.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.1%, CRPG 21.8%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Open World 10.2%, Dark Humor 8.7%

Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 28%, Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, RPG 17.9%, Space 15.9%, Tactical 8.3%

Managing a fleet across a dangerous galaxy. Every star and planet holds untold riches and dangers. Each encounter will require skills in trading, diplomacy, and combat. Allocate power to engines, charge all weapons, and take on the worst the galaxy has to handle.

Why similar: Space 33.2%, Exploration 22.6%, Tactical 20.8%, Sci-fi 19.8%, Adventure 3.6%

Starcom: Unknown Space is an action RPG of space exploration and adventure. Build your own starship while discovering an epic story in a universe of strange mysteries, alien factions and uncharted worlds.

Why similar: Space 30.9%, Open World 21.8%, Exploration 17.7%, Sci-fi 11.7%, RPG 10.2%

You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.

Why similar: CRPG 27.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.5%, Isometric 13%, Character Customization 10.4%, Post-apocalyptic 10.1%

Incredibly dynamic turn-based strategy, reviving the traditions of the old school tactics. Lead a team of the most desperate fighters, destroy alien monsters and uncover the secrets of the lost planet.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Isometric 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Space 9.3%

A sandbox tactical RPG of steel, fire, friendship, and shonen anime. Assemble your crew, customize your Mech, and lead them in cinematic turn-based battles through a world ruled by rogue AI. The bonds you forge will decide who survives!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.3%, Party-Based RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Sandbox 10.6%, Post-apocalyptic 9.3%

Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.

Why similar: Space 36.3%, Sci-fi 30.2%, RPG 27.4%, Singleplayer 3.8%, Adventure 2.4%

Voyage into the wide world of Eral as an explorer, trader, or privateer. Defeat your enemies on land or at sea in deep but straightforward tactical combat. Unravel the secrets behind Dominio's betrayal – or sail off in search of your own adventure.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.9%, Party-Based RPG 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Character Customization 11.1%, Open World 9.7%

Experience hardcore, sci-fi dungeon crawling in this dark, atmospheric roguelike. Xenomarine offers tactical turn-based combat with hundreds of unique items and upgradable weapons and armor, as well as massive replayability thanks to its randomly generated content.

Why similar: RPG 50.2%, Sci-fi 32.9%, Adventure 17%

You just got hired by EIRI; researching and battling the Visitors, a dark sci-fi RPG with themes of exploration and survival.

Why similar: CRPG 29.7%, Dungeon Crawler 17.2%, Isometric 12.7%, Character Customization 10.5%, Post-apocalyptic 8.4%

Star wolves is a 3D space RPG with deep strategy and tactical elements. The game thrusts players into a world of freelance space hunters in the XXI-XXII century A.D. during a time of political crisis for the all-powerful Empire and the three mega-corporations that control all the known worlds.

Why similar: Space 51.3%, RPG 36.6%, Sci-fi 12.1%

Lead a band of space pirates and loot and pillage your way across the stars in this turn based tactical game!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Isometric 16.8%, Space 15.9%, Tactical 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%

Awaken from an abandoned stasis pod and discover a doomed mining camp on Titan in an uncompromising turn-based survival RPG. Survive the evolving horrors that lurk below and craft equipment, research new gear, fight against overwhelming odds, or even discover your true fate.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 23.9%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, Exploration 13.5%, RPG 12.7%, Sci-fi 12.1%

As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.

Why similar: Space 67.8%, Sci-fi 30.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !

Why similar: Space 26.7%, Tactical RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, RPG 10.9%, Tactical 8.8%

Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.

Why similar: Space 31.9%, Turn-Based Combat 31.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Sci-fi 16.5%

Take command of an 'Age of Sail' ship and her crew, exploring a vast, story-filled world that reacts to your decisions. Engage enemy vessels, fortifications and sea monsters in brutal tactical combat, all framed in an art style inspired by classic Naval Oil Paintings.

Why similar: Sandbox 25.4%, Open World 23.1%, Tactical 21%, Exploration 17.9%, RPG 12.6%

Assemble your crew and set sail on an infamous ghost ship to sneak, stab, and spellcast your way through the Inquisition in this non-linear stealth strategy game. Chart a course, develop uncanny abilities, and use unconventional tactics to find a powerful pirate artifact!

Why similar: CRPG 26.9%, Tactical RPG 19.6%, Party-Based RPG 17.7%, Character Customization 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%

Star Control is a space role-playing game in which you command Earth's first interstellar starship on a mission to save the Earth from hostile alien empires.

Why similar: Dark Humor 37.8%, Space 20.6%, Exploration 16.9%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Atmospheric 7%

Space adventure, open world RPG, strategy, arcade, quest and more!

Why similar: Space 39%, RPG 17.5%, Open World 14.3%, Sandbox 11.3%, Sci-fi 9.2%

USC is a turn-based, top-down view tactics game in which you control the crew of a stranded recon vessel in a "first contact war" for survival, featuring a detailed combat system with RPG elements, fully interactive randomized maps, unique weapons and gadgets, crafting, and custom multiplayer modes.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 61.5%, RPG 38.5%

ATOM RPG is a post-apocalyptic indie game, inspired by classic CRPGs: Fallout, Wasteland, Deus Ex, Baldur's Gate and many others.

Why similar: CRPG 29.8%, Isometric 14.2%, Post-apocalyptic 13%, Sandbox 11.7%, Exploration 6.9%