Games Like The Banner Saga 2

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: Turn-Based 23.4%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Strategy 8.9%, Story Rich 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor that establishes the core narrative, art style, and tactical combat mechanics found in the sequel.

Banner Saga 3 is the epic conclusion to a sweeping viking saga six years in the making. This strategic RPG, acclaimed for its strong story and compelling characters has won over 20 awards and been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards.

Why similar: RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based 12.5%, Story Rich 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: The conclusion of the trilogy, offering a seamless continuation of the story and the high-stakes choices established in the previous games.

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: Turn-Based 16.7%, RPG 15.8%, Story Rich 12.2%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Strategy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a very similar art style and a branching narrative where your choices directly impact the survival of your party members.

Circa 790 AD. A small band of Norse warriors lands on the shores of England. History may have forgotten their names, but their actions live on. As the chieftain of your clan, let ambition guide your choices in the party-based RPG Expeditions: Viking. How will history remember you?

Why similar: Turn-Based 24%, Vikings 22.5% ★, RPG 18.9%, Strategy 8.5%, Choices Matter 8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deep historical RPG experience that focuses on Viking culture, leadership decisions, and tactical combat.

Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.

Why similar: RPG 27.5%, Great Soundtrack 21%, Story Rich 18.4%, Choices Matter 7.8%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven RPG from the creators of Bastion that features a unique blend of choice-based storytelling and tactical sports-like combat.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Choices Matter 15.3%, Story Rich 13.4%, RPG 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines procedural storytelling with tactical turn-based combat, emphasizing the long-term consequences of your characters' choices and relationships.

Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

Why similar: RPG 30.8%, Strategy 22.1%, Story Rich 21.7%, Fantasy 13.1%, Medieval 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the gritty, high-stakes management of a mercenary company where resource management and tactical positioning are essential for survival.

Discover a brand new RPG from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Facing an imminent invasion, Meve — war-veteran and Queen of Lyria and Rivia — is forced to once again enter the warpath and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.

Why similar: RPG 30.8%, Story Rich 18.7%, Choices Matter 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Strategy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional narrative-driven strategy game that uses card-based combat to represent the tactical decisions of a commander in a war-torn world.

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: RPG 37.5%, Choices Matter 20%, Story Rich 16.8%, Turn-Based 6.1%, Fantasy 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-focused CRPG where you play as an officer in an evil empire, emphasizing the weight of your decisions and their impact on the world.

DEAD IN VINLAND is a survival/management game, mixed with RPG and adventure elements, about a Viking family trying their best to survive on a mysterious island.

Why similar: Turn-Based 28.2%, RPG 27.8%, Strategy 16.9%, Vikings 11.3% ★, Indie 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A survival management game with a Viking theme that forces you to balance resources and character relationships under extreme pressure.

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: RPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A robust tactical RPG that emphasizes party customization and challenging turn-based combat in a unique fantasy setting.

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: RPG 28%, Turn-Based 20.1%, Tactical RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG that heavily influenced the genre, featuring complex political storytelling and difficult moral choices.

Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.

Why similar: RPG 31.9%, Choices Matter 21.3%, Story Rich 18.6%, Strategy 9.7%, Fantasy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an unparalleled level of choice and consequence within a fantasy world, featuring deep party management and tactical turn-based combat.

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: RPG 31.5%, Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Story Rich 10.1%, Choices Matter 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on deep political intrigue and tactical combat where your choices significantly alter the path of the story and the fate of your allies.

The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.4%, RPG 20%, Story Rich 15.4%, Fantasy 8.9%, Choices Matter 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in turn-based tactical combat and player agency, allowing for creative solutions to both combat and narrative challenges.

Patch 5.0 - Turn-based mode and The Ultimate challenge out now! Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.

Why similar: RPG 40.2%, Turn-Based 19%, Story Rich 13.6%, Choices Matter 11.6%, Fantasy 7%

Why You'll Like It: Features deep party-based RPG mechanics and a world that reacts to your moral alignment and leadership decisions.

Interpret the law as you see fit! Run the sheriff’s department, manage your cops, make tough decisions – and try to keep out of prison yourself – in this story-driven mixture of adventure, strategy, and turn-based tactical combat.

Why similar: Turn-Based 29.4%, Strategy 21%, Story Rich 16.2%, Choices Matter 10.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A management and strategy game that emphasizes difficult moral choices and the consequences of your leadership in a harsh environment.

A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19%, RPG 16.8%, Choices Matter 12.1%, Strategy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Blends dark fantasy with tactical turn-based combat and kingdom management, requiring careful decision-making to restore a broken land.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 31.1%, Strategy 12.7%, Story Rich 12.7%, Tactical 12.1%, Fantasy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that combines kingdom management with tactical combat, capturing the spirit of classic fantasy strategy titles.

Blackguards 2 is a turn-based strategy-RPG and will deliver challenging hexfield battles and a gritty story filled with violence and crime. - Includes bonus content: Soundtrack, digital Art Book and Strategy Guide Book!

Why similar: Turn-Based 24.1%, RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Strategy 13.6%, Tactical 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that leans into a darker, more morally ambiguous narrative where you lead a band of mercenaries.

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

Why similar: RPG 37.2%, Story Rich 15.3%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Strategy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy RPG that prioritizes dialogue, exploration, and philosophical choices over traditional combat.

Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, RPG 19.6%, Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Story Rich 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based game with a distinct art style that focuses on a gritty, dark retelling of Arthurian legend.

ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!

Why similar: Turn-Based 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.3%, Strategy 20.5%, RPG 8.3%, Fantasy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game with strong fantasy elements and unique faction narratives that reward strategic planning and exploration.

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

Why similar: Turn-Based 32.5%, RPG 25.5%, Story Rich 9.7%, Strategy 8%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich tactical RPG that excels at world-building and character-driven narratives within a cyberpunk fantasy setting.

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: Turn-Based 24.9%, RPG 16.8%, Choices Matter 15.7%, Story Rich 14%, Strategy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A squad-based tactical RPG that forces players to make difficult moral choices while managing a group of survivors in a post-apocalyptic setting.

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 41.9%, RPG 16.3%, Strategy 15.5%, Fantasy 6.6%, Tactical 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based RPG that focuses on tight, puzzle-like combat encounters and a classic fantasy adventure.

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: RPG 23.9%, Turn-Based 22.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 16.1%, Indie 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on party-based combat and character progression in a harsh, frozen northern setting.

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 21.4%, RPG 18.5%, Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Fantasy 5.1%

Ancient Slavic knights fight against evil in turn-based tactical combat! Lead your group through the kingdom to cleanse the land from fiends and monsters! Each attempt presents a new, randomly generated journey.

Why similar: Vikings 16.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based 15.5%, RPG 9.6%, Choices Matter 7.3%

Might & Magic® Heroes® VII makes a triumphant return bringing you the essence of turn based strategy gaming. Set in a fantasy universe with RPG progression with a strong story narrative, you will embark on a journey that you will never forget!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.8%, Strategy 18.2%, Turn-Based 17.8%, RPG 15%, Fantasy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based strategy game that focuses on hero development, army management, and fantasy conquest.

Age of Wonders II is the wildly anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy phenomenon. Delivering an invigorating mix of Empire Building, Role-playing, and Warfare, Age of Wonders II brings s turn-based strategy to new heights.

Why similar: RPG 24.4%, Strategy 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.6%, Turn-Based 21.8%, Fantasy 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational turn-based strategy game that offers deep tactical combat and extensive world-building for fantasy fans.

King’s Bounty: Warriors of the North is a standalone entry of the beloved tactical RPG series set in the world of The Legend, generations after its events. You will lead a Viking hero, wield Rune Magic, command Valkyries, and defend the northern lands of Endoria from an undead invasion.

Why similar: RPG 28%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.9%, Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Vikings 8.7% ★

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: Turn-Based 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, RPG 10.6%, Strategy 8.5%, Tactical 7.3%

From the producer of the original Fallout comes Wasteland 2. With over 80 hours of gameplay, deck out your Ranger squad with devastating weaponry, test the limits of your strategy skills, and bring justice to the Wasteland! The choices are yours…but so are the consequences.

Why similar: Turn-Based 35.6%, RPG 29.1%, Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Tactical 8.1%

The saga continues! Etherlords II takes you back to the world of Ether and into a whole new realm of fantastic possibilities. Lead your hero on an unforgettable journey through lands filled with unsurpassed beauty and danger to unlock the ultimate mystery.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, RPG 22.1%, Strategy 10.3%, Tactical 5%

Rediscover the beloved RPG classic— now enhanced for modern adventurers! Gather your party of heroes and continue the legendary adventure in this story-rich fantasy epic where every choice matters.

Why similar: RPG 34.3%, Choices Matter 20.2%, Story Rich 20.1%, Fantasy 11.6%, Atmospheric 8.9%

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: RPG 37.9%, Turn-Based 35.7%, Strategy 13.9%, Fantasy 4.8%, Indie 3.6%

Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.8%, Strategy 23.7%, Turn-Based 17.8%, RPG 13.2%, Fantasy 7.1%

Embark on a perilous journey across a realm forsaken by the gods and devastated by an arcane cataclysm. Accompanied by a hardy crew, you must trade, fight, and explore your way to success as the leader of a traveling company in Vagrus, an award-winning turn-based post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25%, Turn-Based 23.7%, RPG 17.7%, Story Rich 16.2%, Choices Matter 13.4%

A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world ruled by real but unrelenting gods. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice has a price and entails consequences. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!

Why similar: Choices Matter 33.2%, RPG 24.9%, Story Rich 20.8%, Strategy 6.9%, Atmospheric 4.7%

The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28%, Turn-Based 23.7%, Strategy 16.9%, Tactical 8.4%, Fantasy 7.3%

Explore your kingdom and rule wisely in the card game - Choice of Life: Middle Ages 2

Why similar: Turn-Based 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, RPG 14.4%, Choices Matter 12.1%, Story Rich 10.2%

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: Turn-Based 33.1%, RPG 25.1%, Strategy 15.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%, Tactical 5.1%

Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion is a turn-based wargame, where strategic troop placement is essential to succeed, but this is just one of the many choices you will face while fighting your way through your many battles!

Why similar: RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based 21.7%, Strategy 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Tactical 8.1%

MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Strategy 12.2%, RPG 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%

For Sommerlund and the Kai! Lone Wolf is back with an exclusive storyline, stunning graphics and a deep combat system. Make meaningful choices and carve your own path.

Why similar: RPG 34.9%, Turn-Based 30.5%, Story Rich 16.2%, Fantasy 9.1%, Indie 4.6%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, RPG 14.6%, Story Rich 14.6%, Choices Matter 12.3%, Strategy 10.3%

Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Choices Matter 13.3%, Story Rich 10.5%, RPG 10.3%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 27.4%, RPG 19.3%, Strategy 12.7%, Choices Matter 8.2%, Tactical 5.9%

Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.3%, RPG 14.2%, Strategy 10.4%, Atmospheric 6%

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: Turn-Based Strategy 29.3%, Choices Matter 16.3%, RPG 13.6%, Story Rich 11.6%, Tactical 8.8%

Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.

Why similar: Turn-Based 22.7%, RPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Strategy 9%, Story Rich 5.4%

The sequel to the captivating tale of Fuga: Melodies of Steel has arrived! This turn-based RPG is back with a ramped up battle system for more strategy, as well as a brand new event system that gives you more thrilling choices to affect your experience!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.6%, Turn-Based 22.2%, RPG 16.1%, Strategy 11.1%, Tactical RPG 5.9%

Frozen Synapse 2 is the sequel to the award-winning turn-based tactical game. Command your squads in a vast procedurally generated city: enter any building, perform any mission, execute any strategy.

Why similar: Strategy 31.3%, Turn-Based 28.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, Indie 8.7%

A Turn-Based Tactics game set in Viking-Age Norway. Build a settlement, forge alliances, and fight strategic battles. Manage a community of craftspeople, farmers, and warriors, as you grow strong on your path to vengeance in this story-rich saga.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.4%, RPG 17.3%, Strategy 12%, Story Rich 10.4%, Atmospheric 7.5%

Play as three intrepid paladins through a terrible war of succession to save a sinister medieval kingdom from political turmoil. Pick a side amongst noble families to choose the future monarch and crush those who stand in your way through board-shattering tactical card combat!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based 18.6%, RPG 13.9%, Story Rich 12.1%, Choices Matter 11.2%

Create your own epic saga of survival, mythology and diplomacy! Rule your clan, make strategic decisions that affect the game world, win battles and expand your influence in this unique mix of RPG, strategy and story-telling.

Why similar: RPG 24.9%, Strategy 19.2%, Story Rich 16.7%, Choices Matter 14.1%, Fantasy 10.3%

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 34.2%, RPG 23.3%, Turn-Based 14.3%, Strategy 7.8%, Story Rich 6.1%

Avadon 2: The Corruption is a huge, indie fantasy role-playing adventure, the second chapter in the epic Avadon trilogy. You will serve the keep of Avadon, working as a spy and warrior to fight the enemies of your homeland. As a servant of the Black Fortress, your word is law.

Why similar: RPG 34.8%, Turn-Based 23.3%, Strategy 13.1%, Story Rich 11.8%, Fantasy 8.3%