- #1 Swords and Sandals Immortals
97% matchVery Positive85% of 1,115 reviews2023
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Gladiator! Grab your sword, equip your sandals and take on the world in multiplayer Swords and Sandals! Brutal turn-based combat where gladiators can lose limbs, wield guitars and yell so loudly enemy heads will fall off. This is the most fun you'll ever have in the arena!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 14.6%, CRPG 11.3%, Strategy RPG 10.2%, Tactical RPG 9.9%, Martial Arts 9.3% ★
- #2 Swords and Sandals Classic Collection
96% matchVery Positive93% of 2,880 reviews2019
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
"Gladiator, gladiator, gladiator, Swords and Sandals, Gladiatorrrrr!"You grew up playing the legendary Swords and Sandals turn based combat game series. These games have been played over half a billion times. Swords and Sandals is nostalgia, Swords and Sandals is life.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 24%, Roguelike 16.6%, RPG 15.4%, Strategy 15.3%, Comedy 13.8%
- #3 Swords and Sandals 2 Redux
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 573 reviews2017
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The world's favourite gladiator game has returned, bigger and more action packed than ever. Swords and Sandals 2: Emperor's Reign, remastered with all new graphics, music and powerful new skills and awesome Arena Champions Pharoah King, John the Butcher and Ultra Flavlus
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.7%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Tactical RPG 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #4 Swords and Sandals 5 Redux: Maximus Edition
95% matchMixed62% of 210 reviews2018
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Gladiator, it is time to go underground! For the first time ever, you shall step beyond the arena sands and into the dark dungeons of the world.Swords and Sandals V Redux, the latest thrilling installment in the world's greatest gladiator game series, has arrived!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Roguelike 11.2%, RPG 10.4%, Medieval 9.7%
- #5 Swords and Sandals Crusader Redux
94% matchMixed61% of 158 reviews2020
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows · Mac
The world of Swords and Sandals is at war! Join the Crusade against Emperor Antares! For the first time since 2007, the beloved Swords and Sandals Crusader returns, reforged from the ground up. Fast paced, addictive tactical warfare is back and better than ever!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 31.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.3%, RPG 11.2%, Strategy 10%, Medieval 8.7%
- #6 Gladiators and Glory
93% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: Oguz Kemerli
Windows
A Turn-Based Fighting Game Set in the Roman Era, where you can develop your Gladiators and fight them in arenas to increase the glory of your Ludus.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.2%, 2D Fighter 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Strategy 11%, RPG 10.7%
- #7 Swords and Sandals Medieval
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 52 reviews2017
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows · Mac
Gladiator, you are now a knight! The greatest gladiator series in the world, Swords and Sandals, has just gone medieval! Swords and Sandals moves into the middle ages in this action packed, turn-based combat RPG.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 20.3%, Tactical RPG 17.8%, CRPG 15.7%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #8 Swords and Sandals Pirates
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
Windows · Mac
You have been a knight. You have been a gladiator. Now for the first time in Swords and Sandals, you are a PIRATE! Embark upon the grandest adventure of all in Swords and Sandals Pirates, the latest epic chapter in the hugely popular RPG series!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 27.7%, Roguelike 18.6%, RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Strategy 15.5%
- #9 Class of Heroes 3 Remaster
91% matchMostly Positive71% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.Pub: PQube
Windows
The classic, school-based 3D dungeon-crawling RPG is back! After a 15 year wait, the third instalment in the series comes to the West, with new features, more characters, classes and bigger dungeons.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Martial Arts 16.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, RPG 10.5%
- #10 Sons of Triskelion
91% matchMixed58% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: Warfare Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Another classic RPG from Warfare Studios! Enter the merciless world of gladiators! Can you be the king of the Arena?
Why similar: RPG 50.6%, Strategy 49.4%
- #11 Blackthorn Arena: Reforged
89% matchMixed67% of 968 reviews2024
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Light Up Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Re-experience the thrill and challenges of managing a Gladiator arena in this management/simulation game. With new content, new graphics, Quality of Life updates, and all DLCs packed into this new experience, this is how Blackthorn Arena was meant to be experienced.
Why similar: CRPG 31.2%, Strategy RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Medieval 13.5%, Strategy 12.1%
- #12 Avernum 4: Greed and Glory
86% matchVery Positive95% of 173 reviews2025
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows · Mac
The cult-classic saga is back! Battle for fame, power, and wealth in the subterranean nation of Avernum. Conquer an enormous underworld in this epic turn-based fantasy RPG. Features huge, clever dungeons, varied and cunning foes, 100s of artifacts to find or craft, and a really cool story.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.5%, CRPG 22.7%, RPG 18.1%, Tactical RPG 16.4%, Strategy 11.3%
- #13 Gods of Sand
88% matchVery Positive85% of 684 reviews2022
Dev: Achenar Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Train gladiators. Manage a ludus. Fight in the arenas. Conquer the tower. Gods of Sand is a gladiator manager with intense turn-based combat, inspired by the Swords and Sandals series, in a dark and unforgiving setting.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 42.9%, Strategy 21.2%, RPG 16.9%, Character Customization 11.3%, 2D 7.8%
- #14 Monsters' Den Chronicles
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2019
Dev: Monstrum
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 50%
The third installment in the classic dungeon-crawling RPG series comes to Steam, remastered and better than ever! Build your roster of heroes as you venture into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight monsters in turn-based battles, and find powerful new equipment.
Why similar: RPG 22.9%, Character Customization 16.4%, Old School 15.6%, Fantasy 13.1%, Roguelike 12.3%
- #15 Mortal Glory
87% matchVery Positive87% of 580 reviews2020
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Mortal Glory is a fantasy-themed tactical roguelike game about recruiting a team of gladiators and pitting them against brutal competition in a blood-soaked tournament. Train your gladiators, find a legendary sword, learn ancient spells, recruit a celebrity, cheat - do whatever it takes to bring glory to your name!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.4%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Roguelike 12.7%
- #16 Trolls vs Vikings: Reborn
86% matchVery Positive91% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: Megapop
Windows
Reborn is a glorious, hardcore revival of the beloved lane-defense classic. As greedy Vikings march north in search of gold, the Troll Liberation Front rise to defend their lands. Far from a “place-and-wait” TD game, every second counts in this fierce, tactical fight.
Why similar: Strategy 41.6%, Colorful 21.5%, Fantasy 20.7%, 2D 16.2%
- #17 Metal Slug Tactics
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,401 reviews2024
Dev: Leikir StudioPub: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
METAL SLUG makes an explosive return! Dive into this dynamic tactical RPG with a roguelite thrill and experience the iconic run'n'gun action of the original series, redefined. Grab your weapons, assemble your squad and conquer the battlefield to defeat the infamous Rebel Army.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.4%, Strategy RPG 20.5%, Roguelite 15.7%, Strategy 10.5%, RPG 9.7%
- #18 Dungeon Antiqua 2
83% matchVery Positive96% of 223 reviews2026
Dev: Shiromofu FactoryPub: Shiromofu Factory
Windows · Mac
Relive the golden age of dungeon RPGs with Dungeon Antiqua 2! A retro 2D dungeon crawler bursting with SNES nostalgia. Hack, slash, and survive relentless side-view encounters! With 10 jobs and endless skill combos, forge the ultimate party and conquer the depths—if you dare!
Why similar: CRPG 57.7%, RPG 36.1%, 2D 6.2%
- #19 METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,580 reviews2024
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Hard-core action with easy controls! The METAL SLUG we all love is back as a tower defense game!
Why similar: Strategy 44.2%, RPG 39.1%, 2D 16.7%
- #20 SOULCALIBUR VI
84% matchVery Positive83% of 14,091 reviews2018
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Bring more than your fists to the fight! Featuring all-new battle mechanics and characters, SOULCALIBUR VI marks a new era of the historic franchise. Welcome back to the stage of history!
Why similar: Character Customization 37.4%, Arcade 30%, Fantasy 20.3%, Medieval 12.3%
- #21 Mortal Glory 2
82% matchVery Positive88% of 300 reviews2024
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Manage a team of traveling gladiators in this turn-based fantasy roguelike. Find the best recruits, discover powerful item combinations and come up with clever tactics on the battlefield. The tournament awaits those who desire MORTAL GLORY!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Roguelike 17.8%, Roguelite 14.4%, Old School 11.1%
- #22 Heroes® of Might & Magic® III - HD Edition
82% matchMostly Positive80% of 24,337 reviews2015
Dev: DotemuPub: Ubisoft Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The most popular Heroes® title of all time is back in HD! Fifteen years later, rediscover the epic tale of Queen Catherine Ironfist, as she re-embarks on her critically acclaimed quest to unite her ravaged homeland and re-conquer the kingdom of Erathia.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 46.8%, Strategy 30.1%, RPG 12.4%, Fantasy 10.8%
- #23 Wasteland 3
79% matchVery Positive85% of 21,899 reviews2020
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 33.7%, Tactical RPG 23.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, RPG 9.4%, Strategy 7.3%
- #24 Gladiator Trainer
81% matchMostly Positive70% of 284 reviews2016
Dev: Pilgrim AdventuresPub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rise through the ranks and lead your band of Gladiators to glory. Can you build the ultimate fighting force and a kingdom to rule all! Be careful who you trust. Becoming a Gladiator Trainer isn't easy.
Why similar: Roguelike 18.4%, Tactical RPG 15.5%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Strategy 12.7%
- #25 Puzzle Quest 3
80% matchMixed53% of 863 reviews2023
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The original Match-3 RPG returns with an all-new adventure, bringing the classic combination of strategic puzzle battles with epic monsters, unique hero classes, and rich fantasy stories.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, RPG 14.8%, Strategy 13.2%, Medieval 11%
- #26 Soda Dungeon 2
78% matchVery Positive94% of 5,591 reviews2020
Dev: AN ProductionsPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 67.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 34.1%, RPG 18%, Comedy 13.7%, Medieval 12.1%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #27 Nethergate: Resurrection
81% matchVery Positive89% of 105 reviews2012
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Spiderweb Software's classic adventure of treachery and battle in ancient times has returned! Travel back to ancient Britannia for a tale of cunning foes, vicious battles, and a race to rediscover the lost secrets of magic. Britannia is a land ravaged by war.
Why similar: RPG 38.2%, CRPG 32.3%, Strategy 21.2%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #28 Street karate 3
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 56 reviews2021
Dev: Essential Tactics Games
Windows
Street Karate 3 is a thrilling beat 'em up game where you combat numerous foes in unequal duels. Wield improvised weapons, execute powerful strikes wisely, and utilize throws and jumps to conquer challenges. Revive strategically, prove your skill, and emerge victorious!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.5%, Martial Arts 29.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Arcade 11.8%, Strategy 8.9%
- #29 The Bard's Tale Trilogy
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,515 reviews2018
Dev: Krome StudiosPub: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a complete remaster of the iconic series that helped define the RPG genre. Featuring updated graphics and optional quality of life gameplay features, this is the ideal way to experience the dungeon crawling challenge that made the original games beloved classics.
Why similar: RPG 63.9%, Old School 21%, Fantasy 15.1%
- #30 Age of Gladiators II: Death League
79% matchMixed66% of 98 reviews2017
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Age of Gladiators II: Death League is a single-player strategy game set in the futuristic 3000AD, during the rebirth of the violent and hyper-competitive gladiatorial games. Manage your franchise while forging the attributes and abilities of your warriors. Build your story. Build your empire.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.5%, Strategy RPG 22.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, RPG 13.9%, Strategy 12.6%
- #31 Desktop Dungeons: Rewind
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 649 reviews2023
Dev: QCF DesignPub: Prismatika
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Desktop Dungeons: Rewind bestows bites of tactical roguelike action, which will quickly fester into a deep, lingering, and strategic obsession. Bargain with gods, equip your spoon and pick your battles, before retreating into the healing darkness. But beware… there are still many monsters to face!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.1%, Roguelike 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Roguelite 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%
- #32 Wrestling Empire
73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,010 reviews2021
Dev: MDickie
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The lightweight champion of wrestling comes full circle with higher resolution visuals and a smoother frame rate - whilst still retaining the retro style that puts the fun first! Now featuring whole other booking & roaming modes at no extra cost for the biggest Triple Threat in wrestling.
Why similar: Martial Arts 60.9% ★, Character Customization 22.9%, Colorful 16.2%
- #33 Sonny
77% matchMixed56% of 521 reviews2017
Dev: Krin JuangbhanichPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Undead. Unstoppable. A challenging, turn-based indie sci-fi RPG that brings the beloved classic into the modern era with all new content and gameplay.
Why similar: RPG 50.2%, Strategy 42.2%, 2D 7.6%
- #34 Age of Gladiators II: Rome
76% matchMixed67% of 264 reviews2018
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Age of Gladiators II: Rome is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities. Build your story. Build your empire.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.4%, Strategy RPG 22.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, RPG 16.9%, Strategy 16.8%
- #35 King's Bounty II
75% 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 22.5%, Tactical RPG 20.1%, RPG 15.7%, Strategy 15.1%, Medieval 10.5%
- #36 Fable Anniversary
74% matchVery Positive86% of 15,861 reviews2014
Dev: Lionhead StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
FOR EVERY CHOICE, A CONSEQUENCE.Fully re-mastered with HD visuals and audio, Fable Anniversary is a stunning rendition of the original game that will delight faithful fans and new players alike! The all new Heroic difficulty setting will test the mettle of even the most hardcore Fable fan.
Why similar: RPG 46.3%, Fantasy 20.2%, Comedy 13.2%, Character Customization 10.1%, Medieval 10.1%
- #37 Hard Time III
71% matchVery Positive85% of 877 reviews2024
Dev: MDickie
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The toughest prison sim in the yard is back to serve its 3rd consecutive sentence - combining classic moments from the OG with the best aspects of 2D, while putting out a few hits of its own! Tackle crime from either side of the prison fence, while a larger world beyond it makes life worth living.
Why similar: Character Customization 100%
- #38 Worms W.M.D
73% matchVery Positive85% of 13,982 reviews2016
Dev: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The worms are back in their most destructive game yet. With a gorgeous, hand-drawn 2D look, brand new weapons, the introduction of crafting, vehicles and buildings plus the return of some much-loved classic weapons and gameplay, Worms W.M.D is the best worms experience ever.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 48.2%, Strategy 34%, Comedy 9.9%, 2D 7.9%
- #39 Wizardry: The Five Ordeals
71% matchVery Positive85% of 530 reviews2023
Dev: 59 StudioPub: Game*Spark Publishing
Windows
Welcome to the world of dungeon crawling! The classic dungeon crawler released back in 2006, returns to Steam with improved UI and more.
Why similar: CRPG 47%, RPG 18%, Old School 11.9%, Character Customization 9.7%, Fantasy 8.1%
- #40 Wasteland Remastered
74% matchMixed70% of 292 reviews2020
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The RPG classic rises from the nuclear ashes! Wasteland Remastered is an overhaul of the 1988 title that brought the post-apocalypse to video games. See where the Wasteland series began and experience the character and world the sequels are built on.
Why similar: RPG 30.8%, Strategy 26.5%, Tactical RPG 23.4%, CRPG 19.4%
- #41 Warriors: Rise to Glory
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 945 reviews2022
Dev: Gavra Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
In this rogue-lite turn-based RPG, you create a bloodline of gladiators, fight online with or against your friends in the arena, decide the fate of your fallen rivals, and bring honor, wealth, and the spoils of war to improve your legacy.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 21.8%, Roguelite 17.6%, Medieval 12.8%, RPG 12.1%, Strategy 11.9%
- #42 River City: Rival Showdown
72% matchMixed53% of 181 reviews2023
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!
Why similar: Old School 67%, 2D 33%
- #43 Age of Gladiators
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 753 reviews2016
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
"Age of Gladiators" is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 28.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Strategy 19.3%, RPG 18.2%, Medieval 13.6%
- #44 Songs of Steel: Hispania
69% matchVery Positive93% of 59 reviews2024
Dev: Meteorbyte StudiosPub: Combat Time
Windows
Relive the conflict between the mighty Roman Republic and the brave Celtiberian people of Numantia! Featuring hand-drawn illustrations, classic turn-based strategy mechanics, and combat tactics, with decision-making and side missions.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.2%, Strategy 15.1%, 2D 4.1%
- #45 Dark Deity 2
67% matchVery Positive91% of 1,474 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 26%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Tactical RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, RPG 8%
- #46 Class of Heroes: Anniversary Edition
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: ZerodivPub: PQube
Windows
Particus Academy is ready for a new school year! Return to school in the hit DRPG, choosing from different races and traits to create your ideal cohort of students, and throw them at the dungeons! Will you come out stronger or wind up in the infirmary, only one way to find out!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.4%, RPG 14.8%, Strategy 13.2%, Old School 9.3%
- #47 FRONT MISSION 3: Remake
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 314 reviews2026
Dev: MegaPixel Studio S.A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
The Tactical RPG classic returns! FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is the third chapter in the iconic series beloved by fans worldwide.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.4%, RPG 22.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.4%, Strategy 20.2%, Sci-fi 3.5%
- #48 Rogue Fable III
69% matchVery Positive93% of 729 reviews2021
Dev: Pixel Forge Games
Windows · Mac
Rogue Fable III is a traditional rogue-like game which combines the depth, complexity, and challenge of the genre classics with a shorter, more tightly focused game length.
Why similar: Roguelike 43.3%, RPG 15.9%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Strategy 11.5%, Character Customization 6.1%
- #49 Age of Fear 3: The Legend
71% matchVery Positive92% of 180 reviews2017
Dev: Leslaw SliwkoPub: Age of Fear
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Play as either Nairi, an imprisoned Dryad fighting for her freedom, or Gilrock, a drunken Dwarven Lord on a quest to restore his family's honour (or just to kick some arse!). The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22%, Strategy RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, RPG 6.7%
- #50 The Bard's Tale IV: Director's Cut
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,288 reviews2019
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Bard's Tale IV: Director's Cut is the triumphant return of one of the most iconic RPG series of all-time. Delve into a tactically rich combat system that rewards creativity, solve puzzles to gain treasure and advantages, and discover a beautifully crafted world.
Why similar: RPG 63.5%, CRPG 28.8%, Fantasy 7.8%
- #51 Gladio and Glory
68% matchVery Positive91% of 4,168 reviews2021
Dev: Adi Zhavo
Windows · Mac
Goofy Ragdolls and Physics Simulated duels that will challenge your tactics. Customise & Upgrade your Gladiator, dismember opponents in the arena and climb the Leaderboard. All for free!
Why similar: Medieval 44.6%, Character Customization 30.6%, Strategy 24.8%
- #52 The Legend of Shiande
66% matchVery Positive98% of 52 reviews2026
Dev: Thales Caus
Windows
Oh, so you stumbled here thinking you can beat the hardest turn-based RPG of all time?
Why similar: Strategy RPG 32.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Old School 16.6%, RPG 16.2%, Medieval 6.3%
- #53 We Who Are About To Die
67% matchVery Positive88% of 8,154 reviews2022
Dev: Jordy Lakiere
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fight & strategize your way through spectacles and arenas -- rise from lowly slave to Grand Champion and earn your freedom. Or... die trying. This Gladiator RPG Roguelite features in-depth career management and a unique physics simulated combat system. To those who are about to die, I salute you!
Why similar: Medieval 100%
- #54 Romancing SaGa 3™
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 525 reviews2019
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The celebrated RPG classic comes West for the first time! Experience a brand-new HD remaster of the legendary 1995 RPG masterpiece introducing optimised graphics, a new dungeon to explore, new scenarios and a new game+ function.
Why similar: RPG 37.5%, Old School 23.9%, Fantasy 23.3%, 2D 15.3%
- #55 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,357 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 35.4 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: Tactical RPG 33.7%, Strategy RPG 27.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, RPG 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.6%
- #56 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
64% matchVery Positive90% of 5,849 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Featuring fully voiced dialogue, beautifully enhanced graphics, and countless gameplay improvements, the genre-defining tactical RPG makes its long-awaited return.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.5%, Strategy RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Medieval 9%
- #57 Hard Time
69% matchVery Positive89% of 314 reviews2017
Dev: MDickie
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
The toughest prison sim in the yard has been locked back up to serve another sentence in 2D!
Why similar: RPG 100%
- #58 Swords & Souls: Neverseen
66% matchVery Positive93% of 6,205 reviews2019
Dev: SoulGame StudioPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Swords & Souls: Neverseen is a unique RPG where leveling up takes skill! Create, train and upgrade your character as you please, discover The Neverseen and its eccentric locals, and battle across the lands to foil an evil witch's plans!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 31.4%, RPG 19.7%, Character Customization 12.5%, Strategy 12.5%, Fantasy 9.9%