- #1 Stones Keeper: King Aurelius
97% matchMostly Positive77% of 185 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
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: Strategy RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Isometric 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Local Co-Op 8.7%
- #2 Stones Keeper: Prologue
96% matchMixed65% of 52 reviews2021
Dev: SK Team
Windows
Control your own flying castle. Take part in the campaign for the Order of the Screaming Griffin against the forces of the undead that have invaded your provinces. Try to penetrate the secrets of the world around you.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%, Isometric 9.1%
- #3 Songs of Conquest
95% 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: Strategy RPG 14.1%, Tactical RPG 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%
- #4 Warbanners
96% 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: Tactical RPG 16.6%, Strategy RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%
- #5 Dark Envoy
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 866 reviews2023
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Lead a party of relic hunters in an epic cRPG adventure set in a war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world. Experiment with a tactical slo-mo and a modern combat system!
Why similar: Isometric 31.8%, Dark Fantasy 27.5%, RPG 12.1%, Fantasy 11.7%, Atmospheric 9.3%
- #6 Alder's Blood: Definitive Edition
94% matchMixed62% of 258 reviews2020
Dev: Shockwork GamesPub: No Gravity Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Alder's Blood is a tactical strategy game with stealth-based combat, RPG elements, crafting, resources gathering, and management, exploration, and a rich storyline. Set in a grim world, where mankind killed their God and is facing extinction.
Why similar: Gothic 26.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.4%, Tactical 10.5%
- #7 Kingsvein
92% 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: Tactical RPG 20.3%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%
- #8 Veterum
91% 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: Tactical RPG 16.3%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%
- #9 Paths & Danger
93% matchMixed66% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Embark on an enchanting journey to Paths & Danger, a masterfully crafted procedural turn-based RPG that seamlessly blends simplicity with tactical brilliance. Get ready to be captivated as you assemble a formidable fellowship, where the art of teamwork takes center stage.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%
- #10 Abalon: Roguelike Tactics CCG
90% matchVery Positive94% of 736 reviews2023
Dev: D20Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Abalon is a roguelike adventure that fuses tactical turn-based combat and card strategy. Choose your summoner and explore a tabletop world to discover its secrets. Build the perfect deck, outsmart your enemies and become legend!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.1%, Turn-Based Combat 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Fantasy 9.2%, RPG 8.7%
- #11 Ash of Gods: Redemption
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,448 reviews2018
Dev: AurumDust
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.5%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Isometric 15%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.1%
- #12 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: Strategy RPG 16.3%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%
- #13 Of Blades & Tails
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 398 reviews2023
Dev: Felix LaukelPub: Pineapple Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A turn-based RPG that is action-oriented but rewards a thoughtful approach. Explore a fantastic land populated by different animal tribes. Follow the main story or hunt for treasures in ancient ruins and mysterious dungeons. Develop your character and gain powerful equipment.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.7%, Turn-Based Combat 19%, Dark Fantasy 17.7%, RPG 8.3%, Fantasy 7.4%
- #14 Runestone Keeper
88% matchVery Positive84% of 2,460 reviews2015
Dev: BlackfirePub: Cimugames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Runestone Keeper is a roguelike dungeon crawler that blends classic RPG elements and turn based strategy. Heroes, monsters, equipment, events, magic and skills, traps and devices, shrines and altars, Goddesses and merchants. Choose your weapon and begin an epic adventure!
Why similar: RPG 51.1%, Strategy 48.9%
- #15 Clash II
87% 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 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.6%
- #16 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
86% 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 Tactics 23.3%, Isometric 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Strategy 10.3%, RPG 9.8%
- #17 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
84% 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: Strategy RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Tactical RPG 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%
- #18 Prophecy of Ashen
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 217 reviews2026
Dev: hhyuGame
Windows
Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Dark Fantasy 11.8%
- #19 Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 19%, Strategy RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Co-op 11.2%
- #20 The Dragoness: Command of the Flame
83% matchMostly Positive70% of 168 reviews2022
Dev: Crazy Goat GamesPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The Dragoness mixes HOMM-like exploration, city-building and turn-based strategic combat, with a roguelite twist. Choose your battles, paths and skills as you explore a world ravaged by war. Gather and manage your army of beasts, collect resources and expand your city.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Strategy RPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Tactical 9.3%
- #21 Wulin Chess
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2024
Dev: LameCat StudioPub: East2west Games
Windows
Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.8%, Tactical RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Tactical 8.8%
- #22 Fight Life: Vanguard
81% 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 Tactics 17.6%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%
- #23 Blightstone
80% 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: Tactical RPG 17.4%, Dark Fantasy 14.4%, Isometric 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%
- #24 Spellcrafter
85% matchMostly Negative36% of 64 reviews2015
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Salient Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spellcrafter is an RPG game with deep tactical turn-based combat and a unique spell casting system. Explore the magical world, collect gold, interact with NPCs, take quests and make moral choices! Recruit heroes, assemble and summon powerful troops and send them into battle!
Why similar: RPG 47.1%, Strategy 35%, Adventure 17.9%
- #25 Glorious Companions
81% matchMixed62% of 206 reviews2024
Dev: Ancient Forge
Windows
Explore the open world of Terscara as you advance through the challenging and tactical encounters in this epic turn-based tactical RPG. Form and lead a group of battle-proven companions, delve into the ancient dungeons to collect the elusive vault crystals, and end Xandar’s Wraith once and for all.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.6%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Isometric 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #26 King Arthur: Legion IX
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 804 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.9%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%
- #27 Songs of Silence
77% 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: Strategy RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Tactical 13.3%, RPG 7.4%
- #28 Tenebris: Terra Incognita
77% matchVery Positive87% of 245 reviews2024
Dev: Phantasmica Studios
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG in which you will explore a harsh planet teeming with terrifying monsters. Experiment with talent builds for 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment and other characters. Assemble a squad and learn the secrets of the planet Tenebris!
Why similar: Gothic 18.6% ★, Tactical RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Combat 9.5%
- #29 Grimshade
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 14%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Isometric 12.8%, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%
- #30 Revelatio
75% 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: Strategy RPG 16.6%, Tactical RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
- #31 Dark Quest 2
78% 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: Isometric 26.9%, RPG 18.8%, Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Tactical 11%
- #32 Skygard Arena
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Gemelli Games
Windows
Lead your squad of Champions to victory in this fantasy turn-based tactical skirmish game. Save the 5 factions of Skygard in the story mode missions or battle other players online. Customize your Champions to fit your strategy, capture objectives, pick up resources and strike with your spells!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Isometric 10.1%
- #33 Disciples: Liberation
76% 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: Tactical RPG 16.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Isometric 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%
- #34 Necromancer Returns
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: Greenolor StudioPub: Kaser Studio
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A turn-based strategy game. The world of a fantasy kingdom has been thrown into disarray by the return of the Necromancer – a creature of darkness that wishes to enslave all living beings.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Tactical 10.7%
- #35 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,517 reviews2024
Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, Magic 13.3%, Strategy 10%, Atmospheric 9.7%
- #36 Fates of Ort
76% matchVery Positive89% of 168 reviews2020
Dev: 8BitSkull
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fates of Ort is a retro fantasy RPG focused on strategic action, in a land where time is frozen when you stand still. Cast powerful spells - but beware, they will cost you your life.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 21.3%, Tactical 15.4%, Magic 14.5%, Isometric 13.7%, Tactical RPG 11.3%
- #37 Ash of Gods: The Way
73% 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: Tactical RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Isometric 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Tactical 12.1%
- #38 Fort Triumph
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 995 reviews2020
Dev: CookieByte Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A strategy game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with the world exploration of HOMM. Build towns, collect artifacts, improve your heroes, and influence your tactical surroundings using physics!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Local Co-Op 11.5%
- #39 Kingsgrave
72% matchMostly Positive80% of 615 reviews2024
Dev: Egg or Chicken GamesPub: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
Why similar: Isometric 23.5%, Dark Fantasy 22.7%, Magic 15.8%, RPG 11.9%, Fantasy 9.6%
- #40 Zoria: Age of Shattering
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 620 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 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: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, RPG 9.4%, Fantasy 8.8%
- #41 Corpse Keeper
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,399 reviews2024
Dev: Melancholia StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Corpse Keeper is a very challenging action-strategy roguelite. You'll need to lead a squad of three corpses to explore the grim and dark medieval world within limited time, build a powerful army of the living dead, and finally kill the demon lurking in the deep end of the cathedral.
Why similar: Gothic 45.7% ★, Dark Fantasy 23.4%, Fantasy 11.5%, Strategy 8.4%, Atmospheric 8.1%
- #42 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
74% 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 Combat 15.3%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, RPG 9.9%
- #43 Wartales
68% 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 27.5%, Tactical RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.4%, RPG 13%, Co-op 12.3%
- #44 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
71% 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 17.4%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #45 Knights in Tight Spaces
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 860 reviews2025
Dev: Ground ShatterPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Control your environment, gather your party, and build your best deck to overcome outlaws and supernatural forces, across a rich fantasy world. Watch as your tactical choices and deckbuilding prowess play out through stylish fight sequences.
Why similar: Isometric 16.9%, Tactical RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Strategy RPG 13.1%
- #46 Ascension to the Throne
72% matchVery Positive90% of 666 reviews2014
Dev: DVSPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ascension to the Throne is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements. In a vast fantasy world the hero will have to pass many tests on his way to victory. Enemies seek to stop players from regaining power and taking revenge. Gain new friends to aid you in reclaiming the throne.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33%, RPG 32.4%, Strategy 23.2%, Fantasy 9.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #47 Forged of Blood
73% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 13.2%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, RPG 9.2%
- #48 The Lamplighters League
69% matchMixed69% of 1,165 reviews2023
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%
- #49 Exiled Kingdoms
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,112 reviews2018
Dev: 4 Dimension Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Roam freely through a huge open world full with dangers, ancient secrets and adventure. An old-school action-RPG with a challenging environment, tough choices and a unique setting. Explore, fight, make friends and enemies... and above all, Roleplay!
Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Isometric 33.9%, Fantasy 12.3%, Adventure 10.6%, 2D 5.7%
- #50 Crowntakers
71% 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 Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.8%, Tactical 13.1%, RPG 12.1%
- #51 Vigilantes
70% matchVery Positive81% of 303 reviews2018
Dev: Timeslip Softworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Vigilantes is a combat focused, turn-based tactical RPG set in the crime riddled city of Reiker. The game offers hardcore squad-level combat in a gritty neo-noir setting, intel gathering through surveillance and interrogation, a detailed character system, base facilities, crafting, and more.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Strategy RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.3%, Isometric 11.8%
- #52 Dark Bestiary
68% 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 Combat 24.4%, Dark Fantasy 22.5%, Tactical RPG 19.8%, RPG 9.8%, Fantasy 9.3%
- #53 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
60% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 267,104 reviews2025
Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
Windows
Median: 32.4 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 46.9%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Fantasy 14.7%, RPG 13.3%, Adventure 4%
- #54 Shuffle Tactics
66% 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: Tactical RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 13.4%, Isometric 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #55 Divinity: Original Sin (Classic)
67% matchVery Positive92% of 11,881 reviews2014
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.
Why similar: RPG 26%, Co-op 19.6%, Isometric 15.5%, Fantasy 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%
- #56 The Bell Echoes
63% 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: Tactical RPG 16.3%, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%
- #57 Shields of Loyalty
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 172 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: Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Tactical 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%
- #58 Beastmancer
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 87 reviews2017
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Beastmancer is a monster tamer tactical RPG. Play as an adventurer in a fantasy world, capture monsters and make them fight in turn based battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, RPG 16.1%, Tactical 11.3%
- #59 Stolen Realm
63% matchVery Positive84% of 3,823 reviews2024
Dev: Burst2Flame Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 23.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Stolen Realm is a simultaneous turn-based tactical dungeon crawling looter with action RPG elements where you control up to 6 heroes, solo or through online co-op, venturing forth in adventures set in a high-fantasy, low-poly world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Local Co-Op 10.7%