- #1 Soda Dungeon 2
97% 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: Turn-Based 21.7%, Idler 21%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, RPG 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the addictive, automated progression loop and lighthearted RPG humor found in the seed game.
- #2 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 5,955 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 45.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.6%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Funny 13.2%, RPG 10%, Fantasy 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This turn-based RPG features a similar sense of humor and deep, satisfying combat mechanics.
- #3 Swag and Sorcery
96% matchMixed54% of 3,233 reviews2019
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Grind for resources, manage your own fantasy village, create and equip your heroes and send them to collect swag in Swag and Sorcery - a new streamlined RPG from the creators of Punch Club and Graveyard Keeper.
Why similar: Idler 28.2%, RPG 15.4%, Funny 12.8%, Cartoony 12.4%, Fantasy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the management and crafting aspects of RPG progression, mirroring the training and preparation loop.
- #4 Dragon Cliff
95% matchVery Positive89% of 8,079 reviews2018
Dev: Meta Interaction
Windows
Median: 17.1 hrsMean: 64.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Dragon Cliff is a Semi-Idle RPG game with deep and complex itemization/skill systems to support endless character builds. Players are to collect adventurers, kill monsters, advance talent trees, enchant/reforge equipment, discover scrolls and finally assemble the most powerful adventure team!
Why similar: Idler 31.6%, RPG 22.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Turn-Based 11.1%, Strategy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: It combines idle mechanics with deep RPG party management and loot collection.
- #5 Knights of Pen and Paper 2
94% matchVery Positive87% of 2,824 reviews2015
Dev: Kyy GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Prepare to inhabit a world of chivalry, class warfare and off-beat pop references. Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is a turn-based, retro style, pixel-art adventure full of danger, intrigue, death, and saving throws!
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.7%, RPG 24.8%, Strategy 8.2%, Fantasy 5.5%, Turn-Based Combat 5%
Why You'll Like It: It uses a meta-humorous approach to RPGs with turn-based combat that feels familiar and accessible.
- #6 Cat Quest
94% matchVery Positive95% of 10,435 reviews2017
Dev: The GentlebrosPub: Kepler Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The multi award-winning Action RPG. Some say 'Diablo with Cats' others a 'Super-cute Skyrim', whatever your take, Cat Quest's loot-fuelled cat-venture is as beautifully crafted, as its combat and magic are ultra-satisfying. Universally adored by critics - it'll have you purring for joy!
Why similar: RPG 27.3%, Action RPG 25.4%, Funny 11.2%, Fantasy 9%, Indie 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: This charming 2D action-RPG offers a lighthearted adventure with satisfying character customization.
- #7 Punch Club
93% matchVery Positive80% of 15,468 reviews2016
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Train hard, fight crocodiles and find love. Earn your place in the Punch Club ranks, and discover who brutally murdered your father, in this choose your own adventure boxing management tycoon.
Why similar: RPG 28.5%, Cartoony 26.6%, Funny 26.5%, 2D 12%, Action 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: The game centers on a training-and-management loop that feels very similar to the skill-based training in the seed game.
- #8 Battle Chasers: Nightwar
92% matchVery Positive87% of 7,312 reviews2017
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 46.7%, RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based 18.9%, Fantasy 6.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a high-quality turn-based combat experience with beautiful 2D-inspired art and deep character growth.
- #9 Monster Sanctuary
91% matchVery Positive91% of 12,318 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 31.4%, Turn-Based 27.1%, RPG 11.5%, Fantasy 10.3%, Strategy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends turn-based combat with monster collection and RPG-style skill trees.
- #10 West of Loathing
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,145 reviews2017
Dev: Asymmetric
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
West of Loathing — a slapstick comedy stick-figure wild west adventure role-playing game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.8%, RPG 16.5%, Funny 14.1%, Character Customization 13%
Why You'll Like It: It is a hilarious, stick-figure RPG that focuses on exploration and turn-based combat.
- #11 Swords and Sandals Classic Collection
90% 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: Turn-Based 29.2%, Turn-Based Combat 23.7%, Strategy RPG 10.7%, RPG 10%, Funny 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: It is a classic gladiator-themed RPG that focuses on turn-based combat and training.
- #12 UnderMine
89% matchVery Positive90% of 9,748 reviews2020
Dev: Thorium
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An action-adventure roguelike with a bit of RPG tossed in. Adventure deep into the UnderMine and discover powerful relics, deadly enemies, hidden secrets, and a few friends to help along the way.
Why similar: RPG 37%, Indie 13.3%, Fantasy 13.2%, Funny 12.2%, 2D 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: It combines action-roguelite mechanics with RPG progression and character upgrades.
- #13 Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,432 reviews2010
Dev: EasyGameStationPub: Carpe Fulgur LLC
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Recettear is the story of an item shop, the girl who lives in it, and the fairy who turned her life upside down. Recette Lemongrass finds herself in charge of an item shop built into her house, in order to pay back a loan her father took and then skipped out on - and Tear, her newfound fairy "companion", won't take no for an answer!
Why similar: RPG 37.9%, Action RPG 28.4%, Indie 11.2%, Fantasy 7.3%, Singleplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: It balances shop management with dungeon crawling, offering a unique take on the RPG progression loop.
- #14 Soda Dungeon
88% matchVery Positive94% of 6,265 reviews2017
Dev: AN ProductionsPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 49.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.8%, RPG 22.2%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Idler 7.7%, 2D 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: The original title provides the same core idle-RPG loop as its sequel.
- #15 Tails of Iron
86% matchVery Positive88% of 14,278 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Action RPG 42.7%, Character Customization 18%, RPG 13%, Fantasy 10%, 2D 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-RPG that emphasizes skill-based combat and challenging boss encounters.
- #16 Moonlighter
87% matchVery Positive82% of 21,581 reviews2018
Dev: Digital SunPub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.
Why similar: Action RPG 42.3%, RPG 23.9%, Fantasy 15.1%, 2D 8.3%, Singleplayer 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: The gameplay loop of managing a shop by day and fighting in dungeons by night provides a great sense of progression.
- #17 Springblades
86% matchVery Positive93% of 148 reviews2022
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
Springblades is an action RPG where you battle your way through a fantasy island filled with funny characters. 🐉 Time your attacks and dodge enemy blows in exhilarating battles. Fight beehives, dragons and ordinary peasants on your epic quest to find 3 mysterious gems . . .
Why similar: Action RPG 21.8%, Character Customization 19.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, RPG 14.5%, Funny 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: It is a cute action-RPG that focuses on character customization and adventure.
- #18 CrossCode
85% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
Why similar: Action RPG 57.5%, RPG 20.7%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 6.9%, Singleplayer 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: This action-RPG features skill-based combat and a vibrant 2D world that rewards player mastery.
- #19 Quest Hunter
84% matchVery Positive81% of 2,291 reviews2019
Dev: 2 Zombie Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Quest Hunter is an isometric action-RPG where your choice drives the story. Find tons of treasures and secrets, solve puzzles, equip your character, level up your skills and finish off enemy bosses. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!
Why similar: Character Customization 37.5%, Funny 15.6%, RPG 15.2%, Relaxing 14.4%, Fantasy 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: An isometric RPG that focuses on exploration, character customization, and lighthearted adventure.
- #20 Epic Battle Fantasy 4
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,277 reviews2014
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A light-hearted turn-based RPG, heavily inspired by old 2D classics. You will battle through waves of cute enemies, grow your characters, explore a diverse world, solve puzzles, and of course, save the world. (Just updated to version 3!)
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Funny 12.4%, RPG 11.2%, Fantasy 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A predecessor to the fifth game, offering similar turn-based combat and humorous writing.
- #21 Dungreed
83% matchVery Positive93% of 9,514 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM HORAY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dungreed is a 2D side-scrolling action game with 2D Rogue-LITE elements. You become an adventurer exploring a continuously evolving dungeon to prevent the town from being destroyed. Eliminate enemies, use a variety of weapons and magic, eat food, and defeat evil in the dungeon!
Why similar: Indie 25%, 2D 24.5%, RPG 20.9%, Action 18.3%, Singleplayer 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: This action-roguelite features pixel-art graphics and a focus on character growth through loot.
- #22 Punch Club 2: Fast Forward
81% matchVery Positive83% of 4,326 reviews2023
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Train, fight, and rise to the top in this knockout sequel to the smashing fighter management simulator! Mentor your fighter and guide him to become the ultimate champion: choose from different combat styles, control his routine, and watch him kick some butt like a proud sensei!
Why similar: Strategy RPG 50.3%, RPG 26.3%, Funny 23.4%
Why You'll Like It: It continues the management and training simulation gameplay of the original with a futuristic twist.
- #23 Ara Fell: Enhanced Edition
82% matchVery Positive94% of 2,258 reviews2016
Dev: Stegosoft GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take in the beauty of a magical world floating above the clouds, then take on a menacing race of vampires hidden in the dark. Ara Fell combines the best parts of Japanese-style roleplaying games with the best parts of western RPGs. The new Enhanced Edition features a slew of new features!
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.4%, Turn-Based Combat 25.8%, RPG 11.4%, Fantasy 7.8%, 2D 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a beautiful, story-driven RPG experience with accessible turn-based combat.
- #24 Shadows of Adam
82% matchVery Positive90% of 260 reviews2017
Dev: Something Classic Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Gorgeous pixel art. Intense, blazing fast battles. An epic adventure. This is the must-play retro indie JRPG built for the modern era.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 32.6%, RPG 26.4%, Turn-Based 22.3%, Indie 11.9%, 2D 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, retro-inspired turn-based RPG that focuses on tight combat and character-driven storytelling.
- #25 Cosmic Star Heroine
81% matchVery Positive89% of 1,021 reviews2017
Dev: Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
3 exotic planets to explore. Aliens. Robots. Magic. Forbidden technology. Ruined Worlds. Ghosts. Long-lost secrets. Conspiracies. A galactic threat. And one brave heroine to make things right. Cosmic Star Heroine is an exciting new RPG from the creators of Cthulhu Saves the World.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 30.6%, Turn-Based 23.9%, RPG 20.6%, Funny 12.2%, Indie 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, turn-based RPG that emphasizes strategic combat and character customization.
- #26 Swords & Souls Legacy Collection
77% matchVery Positive94% of 305 reviews2025
Dev: SoulGame StudioPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
All 5 classic games from SoulGame Studio in one epic collection. Slash through enemies and apples in Swords & Souls. Grab the wheel and outrun trouble in The Soul Driver. Outsmart and outmaneuver foes in the runners Rogue Soul & Rogue Soul 2 and solve clever puzzles with a flourish in The Gentleman.
Why similar: Archery 16.2% ★, Turn-Based 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%, Character Customization 8.7%, Strategy RPG 8.4%
- #27 Nobody Saves the World
78% matchVery Positive91% of 6,624 reviews2022
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?
Why similar: Action RPG 25.9%, RPG 14.4%, Funny 13.3%, Fantasy 11.5%, Indie 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers deep character customization through a unique form-shifting mechanic in a colorful 2D world.
- #28 Cauldron
77% matchVery Positive93% of 1,569 reviews2025
Dev: SleepyDad GamesPub: Caketown Interactive
Windows
Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 35.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Cauldron is an upgrade-heavy, minigame-centric, turn-based RPG. Play minigames to strengthen your party, then win battles to uncover more map, more heroes, more minigames, more everything! If your favorite plant is an upgrade tree, then this game is for you!
Why similar: Minigames 40.6% ★, Idler 21.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.9%, Fantasy 6%, Colorful 4.3%
- #29 Infectonator 3: Apocalypse
80% matchVery Positive83% of 1,287 reviews2018
Dev: Toge ProductionsPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A campy, crazy pixelart zombie apocalypse arcade sim where you're the bad guy. Drop your virus and spread it across the globe while you unlock a whole horde of bizarre undead to do your bidding.
Why similar: Strategy 30.5%, Funny 26.9%, Indie 21.7%, Singleplayer 10.2%, Action 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: It features a humorous, strategy-based approach to simulation that fits the indie vibe.
- #30 Child of Light
79% matchVery Positive91% of 13,410 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft MontréalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Why similar: Turn-Based 47.9%, RPG 26.5%, Fantasy 15.7%, 2D 5.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: This 2D turn-based RPG features a unique art style and a focus on exploration and combat.
- #31 Kiwi Clicker - Juiced Up
78% matchVery Positive94% of 1,787 reviews2022
Dev: Dimitri Kipper
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 43.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Deliver more and more kiwis to satiate the kings' hunger - sacrifice their pulp and transcend beyond your fruital form!
Why similar: Idler 45.3%, Funny 16.6%, Strategy 10.5%, Indie 8.8%, Casual 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a simple, satisfying clicker and idler experience for fans of progression-heavy games.
- #32 Jacksmith: Weapons and Warriors
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,765 reviews2025
Dev: Flipline Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Fire up the forge and craft your finest weapons in Jacksmith: Weapons and Warriors, a reforged adventure! Equip the local warriors with custom swords, bows, shields and more in your hands-on blacksmith shop. Follow the soldiers into battle as you push onward toward the evil wizard Dudley!
Why similar: Strategy 22.5%, Fantasy 17.4%, Colorful 15%, 2D 14.2%, Casual 9.8%
- #33 Legends of Kingdom Rush
79% matchMixed65% of 1,681 reviews2022
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
RPG turn-based combat game with deep tactics and bad jokes! Do you have what it takes to save the kingdom?
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 26.2%, Strategy RPG 19.3%, RPG 10.1%, Cartoony 10.1%, Funny 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that emphasizes character abilities and strategic positioning.
- #34 Swords and Sandals Immortals
76% 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: Turn-Based Combat 28%, Strategy RPG 20%, Character Customization 17.1%, RPG 10.8%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #35 Incremental Epic Hero 2
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,622 reviews2025
Dev: HapiwakuPub: Idle System, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 190.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!
Why similar: Idler 30.2%, Character Customization 21.5%, RPG 12.8%, Cartoony 11.2%, Fantasy 9.4%
- #36 Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,884 reviews2024
Dev: Oni Gaming
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 249.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.
Why similar: Idler 42.5%, Strategy RPG 20%, Action RPG 18.1%, Funny 10.3%, Casual 5.8%
- #37 Cat Quest II
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,012 reviews2019
Dev: The GentlebrosPub: Kepler Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before!
Why similar: Action RPG 24.6%, Character Customization 22.9%, RPG 12.2%, Cartoony 12%, Funny 11.5%
- #38 Slasher's Keep
74% matchVery Positive83% of 2,271 reviews2020
Dev: Damian Schloter
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hack, slash, shoot and loot your way through procedurally generated dungeons! Smack your enemies into spikes with your inventory sack!
Why similar: RPG 57.6%, Indie 21.7%, Action 16.3%, Singleplayer 4.5%
- #39 Gladiator Guild Manager
72% matchVery Positive81% of 3,874 reviews2024
Dev: Entertainment ForgePub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A strategic autobattler sim where you build a team of gladiators, compete in arenas, plan fight tactics, and form alliances. Combine fighters, beasts, and mages, develop and equip them to optimize your well-oiled fighting machine, dominate the championships, and leave your mark on the world.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.8%, Strategy RPG 27.1%, RPG 14.7%, Strategy 9.8%, Indie 5.2%
- #40 Kingdom Rush - Tower Defense
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 16,302 reviews2014
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Get ready for an epic journey to defend your kingdom against hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends using a vast arsenal of towers and spells at your command!Fight on forests, mountains and wastelands, customizing your defensive strategy with different tower upgrades and specializations!
Why similar: Cartoony 16.4%, Funny 16.2%, Strategy 16%, Fantasy 13.4%, 2D 8%
- #41 Swords and Sandals 2 Redux
75% 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: Turn-Based Combat 31.5%, Turn-Based 24.6%, Strategy RPG 21.1%, RPG 12.9%, 2D 4.9%
- #42 Who Needs a Hero?
73% matchVery Positive91% of 1,470 reviews2021
Dev: Henrique Faitta ChitolinaPub: Baby Stone Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A stick and a dream: that's all you need in an RPG. Make choices that shape your destiny, build relationships, face epic monsters, and choose between being a feared villain or a legend.
Why similar: Character Customization 33.4%, RPG 19.6%, Funny 15%, Fantasy 9.7%, 2D 7.5%
- #43 Forager
72% matchVery Positive90% of 43,003 reviews2019
Dev: HopFrogPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The highly popular and quirky "idle game that you want to actively keep playing". Explore, craft, gather & manage resources, find secrets and build your base out of nothing! Buy land to explore and expand!
Why similar: RPG 29.5%, Indie 25.7%, 2D 24%, Singleplayer 11.7%, Casual 9.1%
- #44 Kingdom Rush Origins - Tower Defense
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,641 reviews2018
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Command your elven army and defend mystical lands from sea serpents, evil sorcerers, and wave after wave of gnoll tribesman, all with the help of brand-spankin’ new towers, heroes, and spells to fend off every last baddie.
Why similar: Cartoony 21%, Strategy 15.8%, Fantasy 14.8%, RPG 12.7%, 2D 10.6%
- #45 Keep on Mining!
68% matchVery Positive94% of 7,558 reviews2025
Dev: EagleEye Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Keep on Mining! is a short incremental mining game. Mine rocks, gather materials, find artifacts, craft pickaxes and spend your materials on permanent upgrades inside the big skill tree!
Why similar: Idler 49.8%, Relaxing 17%, Casual 7.5%, Indie 6.7%, Strategy 6.5%
- #46 WitchSpring R
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,785 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 21.1 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 24.6%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Funny 17.9%, RPG 16.8%, Character Customization 11.3%
- #47 Kingdom Rush Frontiers - Tower Defense
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 10,241 reviews2016
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Command your troops through an epic (mis)adventure as you defend exotic lands from dragons, man-eating plants, and ghastly denizens of the underworld -all with flashy new towers, levels, heroes, and more goodies to help you crush your foes in this Fantasy Action Tower Defense game!
Why similar: Funny 21.5%, Strategy 19.1%, Fantasy 17%, 2D 10.9%, Indie 7.7%
- #48 Kingdom Rush Vengeance - Tower Defense
70% matchVery Positive94% of 10,436 reviews2020
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
It's payback time! Lead your mighty dark army and make the Kingdom tremble with every step. Build powerful towers, choose your arsenal for destruction, and find the deadliest combination - train legendary heroes and lead them to victory!
Why similar: Cartoony 22.5%, Strategy 20.6%, Fantasy 16.5%, 2D 13.4%, Colorful 12.3%
- #49 Necrosmith
70% matchVery Positive86% of 5,302 reviews2022
Dev: Alawar
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
A necromancer simulator. Assemble the dead using different body parts while upgrading your tower, combine the abilities of the different fantastic races to fight your way through the hordes of enemies and overrun the ’chosen ones’. To tell the truth, the dead are pretty, uhm, dumb.
Why similar: Strategy 48.4%, 2D 33.9%, Singleplayer 17.7%
- #50 Wall World
68% matchVery Positive91% of 11,769 reviews2023
Dev: Alawar
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore the mysterious Wall World on your giant robospider: mine for valuable resources, upgrade your equipment to fight off hordes of monsters, and discover exotic biomes in-between attacks. Will you be able to survive and learn the secrets of the Wall World?
Why similar: Strategy 46.8%, 2D 22.3%, Singleplayer 15.8%, Action 15.1%
- #51 Evoland Legendary Edition
71% matchVery Positive81% of 2,611 reviews2019
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Evoland Legendary Edition brings you two great and unique RPGs, with their graphic style and gameplay changing as you progress through the game!
Why similar: RPG 54.6%, Indie 16.4%, Action 10.7%, Casual 10.2%, Singleplayer 5%
- #52 Tap Ninja - Idle game
69% matchVery Positive85% of 9,421 reviews2022
Dev: Broken Glass
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 228.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Defeat enemies, earn gold, upgrade your village, become a Ninja Master!
Why similar: Idler 58.8%, RPG 11%, 2D 10%, Casual 8.6%, Action 4.6%
- #53 Outpath
67% matchVery Positive94% of 2,905 reviews2023
Dev: David Moralejo SánchezPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
An experimental clicker base building game. Craft, gather & manage resources, build your base and buy more islands to exploit and expand!
Why similar: Idler 47.9%, Relaxing 20.8%, Strategy 16.6%, Indie 9%, Singleplayer 5.7%
- #54 Ani Idle
67% matchVery Positive86% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Ani Dev
Windows
Ani Idle is an Idle-like RPG in which you will have to fight a variety of enemies. Kill them, collect their loot, take a rest, do some quests and craft your gear to become more and more powerful.
Why similar: Idler 31%, Character Customization 22.3%, RPG 17%, Action RPG 9.8%, Fantasy 5.8%
- #55 Knights of Pen and Paper +1 Edition
70% matchVery Positive82% of 3,243 reviews2013
Dev: Behold StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.
Why similar: Turn-Based 49.4%, RPG 23.8%, Fantasy 8.4%, Indie 6%, Funny 5.6%
- #56 Hero Tale
68% matchMixed69% of 413 reviews2024
Dev: Weird Johnny Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 55.8 hrsMean: 131.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Let Hero fight monsters while you do other things. Grind to gain experience and progress on the massive skill tree. Unlock new maps, drop the best loot and fight increasingly difficult enemies in medieval fantasy idle RPG.
Why similar: Idler 27.9%, Character Customization 20.5%, RPG 11.9%, Cartoony 10.9%, Fantasy 8.6%
- #57 Voidspire Tactics
69% matchVery Positive97% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: Turn-Based 31.3%, RPG 21.7%, Strategy RPG 13%, Strategy 12.2%, Character Customization 9.6%
- #58 White Lavender
67% matchVery Positive93% of 276 reviews2022
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
A challenging adventure game with RPG-elements. Be a bug, fight other critters with swords and magic, collect powerful items such as pencils and teaspoons, meet cool characters, and up your fashion game on a journey to brew a special tea!
Why similar: Action RPG 30.1%, RPG 16.9%, Character Customization 13.2%, Funny 11.5%, Fantasy 9%
- #59 Fretless - The Wrath of Riffson
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,293 reviews2025
Dev: Ritual StudiosPub: Klei Publishing
Windows
In this turn-based RPG, wield powerful legendary instruments, gather mighty riff attacks and save the land from Rick Riffson's devilish goons and musical hybrid monsters!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 31.1%, Cartoony 16.7%, RPG 14.3%, Fantasy 12.3%, Strategy 8.7%
- #60 Idle Slayer
66% matchVery Positive85% of 10,157 reviews2020
Dev: Pablo Leban
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 100.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Idle Slayer is an incremental game with idle and active playstyle mechanics, medieval pixel art visuals and retro 8-bit sounds and music.
Why similar: Idler 63.7%, Casual 9.5%, 2D 7.4%, RPG 5.9%, Strategy 5.3%