Games Like Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga

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 47.5%, Strategy RPG 19.9%, RPG 9.5%, JRPG 6.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive tactical RPG experience that heavily influenced the squad-based army management found in Symphony of War.

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: Tactical RPG 28.3%, RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Strategy 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers an incredibly robust class and skill system that allows for the same level of granular squad customization found in the seed game.

A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 31.4%, JRPG 16.7%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, RPG 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-production tactical RPG that focuses on complex political narratives and grid-based combat where terrain and positioning are vital.

The continent of Runersia is home to six major powers with more than 40 bases, 100 knights, and 50 types of monsters. Select a ruler, organize knights and monsters into troops, and conquer enemy bases!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 46.1%, Strategy RPG 21%, Strategy 14.1%, Fantasy 11.6%, JRPG 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features a grand-scale map where you manage multiple armies and heroes to conquer territory through deep turn-based tactical combat.

TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.2%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%, Lore-Rich 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides an immense amount of depth in character building and tactical combat, perfect for players who love optimizing their units.

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: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Lore-Rich 9.8%, Party-Based RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: This title mirrors the classic tactical RPG aesthetic and focus on unit growth, making it a natural fit for fans of the genre.

Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.1%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, JRPG 12%, Party-Based RPG 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical RPG that focuses on large-scale war themes and character development within a gritty, fantasy-inspired world.

Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.6%, RPG 16.8%, Tactical 10.2%, Story Rich 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical turn-based combat with a heavy emphasis on narrative choices and managing the morale and survival of a traveling caravan.

Banner of the Maid is a tribute to the golden age of tactical RPGs. Set in an alternate French Revolution, you play as Pauline Bonaparte, commanding your army on smoke-filled battlefields and navigating the turbulent political salons of Paris to forge a heroic epic like no other.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.7%, Tactical RPG 28.9%, RPG 12.6%, JRPG 9%, Female Protagonist 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Set in an alternate history, this game offers challenging turn-based tactical combat with a strong focus on managing unique hero units.

In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.

Why similar: RPG 23.8%, Tactical RPG 19.5%, Tactical 11.5%, Strategy 11%, Strategy RPG 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique, vibrant take on tactical combat with a heavy emphasis on positioning and elemental synergy between units.

Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, JRPG 12.8%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RPG that utilizes beautiful pixel art and deep grid-based combat mechanics reminiscent of classic genre staples.

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: Tactical RPG 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Lore-Rich 12.6%, Tactical 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: While it leans into 4X elements, the army management and tactical battle system provide a similar feeling of leading a growing force to victory.

The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II.

Why similar: RPG 32.5%, Strategy 16.3%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: These classic remakes feature the core mechanic of commanding units and their subordinate troops, which is central to the gameplay loop of Symphony of War.

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: Tactical RPG 32.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Party-Based RPG 17.5%, RPG 11.6%, Tactical 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It balances a strategic campaign map with complex, party-based tactical combat, rewarding players for careful planning and unit management.

Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 38.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Tactical 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the essence of strategic unit management and terrain utilization on a grid, offering a polished and classic tactical experience.

As Humanity’s last hope, lead your army to combat in an intricate dance of spectacular actions and counters, using an original Dynamic Timeline System, and face fearsome bosses in epic battles.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 27.7%, Strategy 19.9%, Tactical 17.5%, Indie 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a dark, atmospheric take on tactical combat where managing your units' health and resources is critical to survival.

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: Auto Battler 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Lore-Rich 15.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a unique blend of strategic army management and fast-paced tactical battles in a beautifully stylized fantasy world.

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: Tactical RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, Lore-Rich 10%, Party-Based RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel refines the classic tactical RPG formula, offering more depth and polish for fans of the original game.

The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.5%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, JRPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, RPG 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends tactical turn-based strategy with real-time movement, focusing on the management of a squad during a large-scale war.

Arcadian Atlas is a Tactical RPG about the choices people make for love and power, and how those decisions tear a kingdom apart.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Strategy RPG 14%, JRPG 9.3%, Female Protagonist 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This pixel-art tactical RPG focuses on deep class systems and grid-based combat that will feel very familiar to fans of the genre.

Dream Tactics is a GBA-styled strategy RPG with cunning card combos and deep character customization. Pick your party, manage cards to create unique playstyles, and outsmart hordes of pillows in turn-based combat to save the Dream World from its inevitable collapse.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.2%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, JRPG 11.5%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%, Tactical 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It adds a layer of deck-building strategy to the traditional tactical RPG formula, allowing for creative unit builds.

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 38.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, RPG 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Tactical 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical RPG that emphasizes army building and strategic combat across a sprawling, narrative-rich campaign.

In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 38.3%, JRPG 18%, Party-Based RPG 17.2%, Lore-Rich 9.7%, RPG 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This remake offers deep tactical party-based combat and a focus on building a legacy over generations.

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: Tactical RPG 28%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Party-Based RPG 11.8%, RPG 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical turn-based combat with long-term party management and a dynamic, evolving world.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.

Why similar: JRPG 22.9%, RPG 15.1%, Drama 12.4%, Party-Based RPG 11.4%, Story Rich 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: While primarily a JRPG, it features large-scale army battles and a massive roster of characters to recruit and manage.

Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, RPG 11.3%, Fantasy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the management and growth of a guild, providing a satisfying loop of recruitment and tactical mission success.

Vanaris Tactics is a short narrative tactical RPG experience that tells a story about refugees fleeing their occupied motherland. You lead a group of refugees looking for freedom outside the walls of Vanaris, unite your people and use tactical prowess to escape your oppressors.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, RPG 8.4%, Tactical 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A focused, narrative-driven tactical RPG that emphasizes the importance of positioning and unit synergy in every encounter.

Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.3%, Romance 10.7%, RPG 9.2%

In order to recapture her homeland, Yggdra gathers her allies and confronts the empire. "Yggdra Union" is a tactics RPG that features three elements: the "Union System", in which players team up with her allies to launch attacks, the exhilarating "Clash" through army battles, and the "Tactics Card".

Why similar: Strategy RPG 33%, RPG 25.5%, Strategy 11.1%, Fantasy 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

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: Tactical RPG 29.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.2%, RPG 15.8%, Fantasy 8.7%, Strategy 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on leading armies in turn-based tactical battles while exploring a rich, story-driven fantasy world.

Join three fresh recruits caught in a web of betrayal as war looms over the land. Lead your band of heroes through tactical turn-based battles, master unique abilities, and forge powerful gear to turn the tide of battle. Will you unravel the conspiracy driving the conflict—or be consumed by it?

Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.5%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Party-Based RPG 11.9%, JRPG 8.9%

Tyberia has been turned into a paradise by the Tyrant, free from war, suffering, and death - because nearly everyone has been turned into the undead. Take charge of the last living warriors in tactical, turn-based battles and drive the Dead Army into the sea!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 36.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, JRPG 11.8%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, RPG 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a challenging tactical experience where every decision in combat has significant consequences for your army.

The latest in full-scale Tactical RPG receiving great reviews all around the world is finally on PC Steam! Enjoy the ensemble cast of heroes who fought in ancient Japan and capture the best in Tactical RPG consisting an overwhelming game volume of 142 battle stages and 160 hours in total play time.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 40.4%, RPG 18.5%, JRPG 16.7%, Strategy RPG 10.9%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional tactical RPG that focuses on deep character customization and grid-based combat within a Japanese mythology-inspired setting.

Command a rebellion as Leon Beaumont, Exiled Prince of Astrea, against the king that betrayed him. Engage in a classic turn-based tactical RPG experience as you unravel untold secrets from the past. Recruit allies, manage inventory, and train your soldiers in this JRPG inspired journey!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.5%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Party-Based RPG 10.1%, Lore-Rich 9.5%

Gales of Nayeli is a Grid-Based Strategy RPG featuring 40+ playable characters. Follow Nayeli as she travels across Iuven on her way to face the tyrant, Bloodlust. Along the way, she will meet victims of Bloodlust’s reign lead the last charge against a darkness that echoes across time and space.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.5%, Strategy RPG 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, RPG 9.5%, Fantasy 6.5%

Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!

Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, RPG 18.2%, Story Rich 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Strategy 9.6%

On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 32.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Strategy RPG 16.6%, Lore-Rich 12%, RPG 8.9%

The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily is a turn-based strategy game. Framed for murdering the Emperor, villainess Scarlet and Lily, fight the Empire as the first Streamers in history. Capture every enemy and turn them into allies for a happy ending... Or execute everyone and become the Demon Queen!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Auto Battler 12.9%, Strategy RPG 12.8%, Romance 9.4%

Bringing you to an exotic desert where you’ll recruit, train, and guide your troops into battle against rival cities and factions. Embark on an adventure that’s uniquely yours; Customizable characters, professions, and factions. The land is filled with a variety of hidden secrets.

Why similar: RPG 43.2%, Strategy 20.3%, Story Rich 15.6%, Adventure 11%, Indie 6.4%

An open-world adventure RPG. Choose your favorite character, train your elite legion step by step, and crush all enemies on the battlefield. Strengthen yourself, establish a powerful family, create a great dynasty, and become the dominator of this fantasy world.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 37.9%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Party-Based RPG 15.4%, RPG 7.6%, Story Rich 5.1%

Follow the story of Lua and unveil the mysteries surrounding her origins in the tactical RPG, reminiscence of the 16-bit era Japanese strategy games. Recruit up to 14 characters with unique abilities and defeat your worst nightmare in epic fights.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.7%, JRPG 12%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Party-Based RPG 8.8%

Reverie Knights Tactics is a turn-based tactical RPG with strategic battles in isometric grids where every decision can alter the story. Travel through a hand-drawn fantasy world and lead your heroes in a story-rich adventure, visual novel style!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.7%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Female Protagonist 10.5%, RPG 9.1%

Command a legion of more than 70 beloved Touhou Project heroines on an expansive quest to uncover the cause of mysterious incidents blossoming throughout Gensokyo. Deploy units on grid-based maps to battle monsters with flashy Spell Cards, and conquer each stage with strategic mastery.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 28%, Strategy RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, JRPG 12.1%, RPG 10.1%

Wage epic turn-based battles as you follow Daryon and Selene on their quest to find a cure to the all-consuming Corrosion in this grand tale of hope and sacrifice, created by a small team of passionate JRPG lovers.

Why similar: JRPG 24%, Lore-Rich 17.8%, RPG 17%, Story Rich 15.1%, Fantasy 14.9%

The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.6%, Tactical RPG 21.6%, RPG 14.6%, Tactical 9.4%, Fantasy 7.9%

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: Tactical RPG 33.9%, Party-Based RPG 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Story Rich 10.3%, Fantasy 8%

A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.

Why similar: Auto Battler 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Strategy RPG 18.8%, Fantasy 9%, RPG 8.8%

Liberate the Fallen Kingdom and Ignite a New Hope! A classic fantasy SRPG featuring a simple system and a cast of captivating characters woven into an epic tale.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Strategy RPG 16.6%, Fantasy 9%, Story Rich 7.7%

Become the captain of an airship and explore the world of the skies, gather resources and build powerful weapons, uncover ancient secrets and fight beneath your ship's sails.

Why similar: RPG 35.9%, Pixel Graphics 31%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Adventure 8.7%, Indie 6.7%

Story-driven, tactical RPG with unique card combat mechanics. Follow the adventures of Eliza and her crew as they struggle to prevent an impending war.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 34%, RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Strategy 9.4%

Take up your sword, channel your magic or board your Mech. Chained Echoes is a 16-bit style RPG set in a fantasy world where dragons are as common as piloted mechanical suits.

Why similar: RPG 31.7%, JRPG 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Party-Based RPG 9.5%, Story Rich 6.3%

Lay out your grand strategy on the land of Eagarlnia where humans, elves, orcs, dwarves, and the undead each battle out a corner of land. Manage your territories by navigating complex decisions and grow your economy.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 39.1%, Tactical 15.8%, Fantasy 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Strategy 9.7%

Zoeti is a turn-based roguelite that features a deck of playing cards used to create card combos and activate skills in the heat of battle. Bolster your arsenal of skills through battles, discoverable upgrades, or aid from the locals which enhance your plays to overcome the evil plaguing your land.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.1%, Lore-Rich 19.7%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Fantasy 11.5%, Story Rich 10.4%

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: Tactical RPG 32.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Tactical 13.4%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, RPG 9.5%

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: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, RPG 10.4%, Tactical 7.6%

Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.

Why similar: JRPG 22.4%, Fantasy 15.6%, RPG 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Story Rich 11.1%

This is a Pixel Tactical Self-Propelled RPG Games The battle system adopts a semi-turn-based design, Quick Battle or Enter the Battlefield? It's time to decide! In this journey full of magic, you will also meet a variety of characters, who may become your allies, or your partners...

Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, RPG 15.9%, Party-Based RPG 14.3%, Strategy 7%

Tears of Avia is a turn-based strategy and tactics RPG set in the beautiful world of Estera. As a Seeker, journey through war-torn environments and build your party to save the world from its horrible fate.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.7%, JRPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Fantasy 12.8%, Story Rich 9.6%

Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Tactical 8.6%, RPG 8.4%