- #1 We Are The Dwarves
97% matchMixed70% of 1,644 reviews2016
Dev: Whale Rock Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
We Are The Dwarves is a real-time tactical adventure where you take control of three Dwarven astronauts and lead them through the hordes of enemies in the depths of their Universe. Tactical Adventure Sci-Fi Space Dwarves
Why similar: Fantasy 46%, Open World 22.5%, Action RPG 14.2%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares the exact thematic focus on dwarven protagonists and tactical real-time combat in a fantasy setting.
- #2 Drakensang
96% matchVery Positive81% of 786 reviews2009
Dev: Radon LabsPub: DTP Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Drakensang is a third-person party-based RPG based on the pen & paper role-play rules of The Dark Eye. Drakensang is the first PC game for over 10 years to be based on Germany's most successful and popular role-play system. Drakensang builds on the pen & paper rules as applied in version 4.0.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 46.2% ★, RPG 35%, Fantasy 16.1%, Adventure 1.1%, Story Rich 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: As a classic German-developed RPG, it offers a similar traditional fantasy atmosphere and party-based tactical gameplay.
- #3 Drakensang: The River of Time
95% matchVery Positive81% of 405 reviews2011
Dev: DTPPub: Cosmi/ValuSoft
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
The prequel to Radon Labs' award-winning RPG, Drakensang: The River of Time introduces a brand new story within the Drakensang universe. The new story brings many innovations and new game elements for experienced as well for first time players, who will jump right into the fascinating medieval fantasy RPG scenario of Drakensang: The...
Why similar: RPG 40%, Real-Time with Pause 39.1% ★, Fantasy 18%, Adventure 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: This prequel maintains the same high-fantasy world-building and tactical combat mechanics found in the original Drakensang.
- #4 Tyranny
94% matchVery Positive87% of 13,190 reviews2016
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 41.5% ★, RPG 34.9%, Fantasy 10.3%, Story Rich 5.4%, Adventure 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a strong narrative-driven experience with complex choices and tactical real-time-with-pause combat.
- #5 Pillars of Eternity
94% matchVery Positive89% of 25,809 reviews2015
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Obsidian Entertainment, the developer of Fallout: New Vegas™ and South Park: The Stick of Truth™, together with Paradox Interactive is proud to present Pillars of Eternity.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 42.6% ★, RPG 31%, Fantasy 15.8%, Story Rich 4.2%, Open World 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers deep, isometric party-based tactical combat that rewards careful planning and character management.
- #6 SpellForce 3 Reforced
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,863 reviews2017
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Why similar: RPG 50.8%, Fantasy 29%, Open World 7.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Singleplayer 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title masterfully blends traditional RPG character progression with real-time strategy elements.
- #7 Of Orcs And Men
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,164 reviews2012
Dev: Cyanide Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%
You have been appointed to fulfill an extremely dangerous mission, deep in enemy territory: to kill one man... the Emperor himself. Lead the revolution of the Orcs and Goblins!
Why similar: RPG 52.8%, Fantasy 30.2%, Story Rich 5.7%, Action 3.7%, Great Soundtrack 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: It features a unique fantasy perspective with a focus on non-human protagonists and party-based action.
- #8 Wartales
90% matchVery Positive86% of 34,811 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.6 hrsMean: 51.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: RPG 37.7%, Tactical RPG 36.9%, Open World 17.1%, Adventure 3.6%, Story Rich 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a gritty, party-based tactical experience where managing your group's survival is as important as the combat.
- #9 Aarklash: Legacy
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 850 reviews2013
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Aarklash: Legacy take command of a mercenary squad in search of truth and guide it through countless battles.Welcome to Aarklash, a land of chaos where incessant battles between the forces of Light, Destiny and Darkness have lasted since the beginning of time.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 62.4% ★, RPG 21.2%, Fantasy 13.1%, Adventure 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on tactical, real-time-with-pause combat where managing party abilities is essential for survival.
- #10 Shadows: Awakening
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,466 reviews2018
Dev: Games FarmPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics.
Why similar: RPG 61.3%, Fantasy 19.6%, Action RPG 6.6%, Action 4.6%, Story Rich 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a unique party-switching mechanic that adds a tactical layer to its isometric action combat.
- #11 The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
89% matchVery Positive87% of 7,964 reviews2020
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: RPG 56.2%, Fantasy 19.1%, Adventure 7.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Story Rich 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a humorous but mechanically deep party-based tactical fantasy experience.
- #12 Tower of Time
89% matchVery Positive83% of 2,584 reviews2018
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A new kind of RPG awaits you. A story-rich dungeon crawler with innovative real-time combat that lets you pause or slow time. Tactical thinking is essential to succeed. Now with RPGlite and Permadeath for fast-paced game.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 65.1% ★, RPG 14.4%, Fantasy 11.6%, Story Rich 3.5%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on tactical, real-time-with-pause combat that requires precise positioning and ability usage.
- #13 Baldur's Gate 3
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 840,324 reviews2023
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 78.6 hrsMean: 131.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
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 53.1%, Fantasy 29.3%, Story Rich 10.7%, Adventure 5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: This modern masterpiece provides the ultimate party-based fantasy adventure with deep tactical combat and rich storytelling.
- #14 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
88% matchVery Positive84% of 42,844 reviews2021
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: META Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 37.2%, RPG 18.3%, Fantasy 18%, Open World 9.1%, Action RPG 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It offers an incredibly deep party-based tactical experience with both turn-based and real-time-with-pause combat options.
- #15 Total War: WARHAMMER
87% matchMostly Positive78% of 52,224 reviews2016
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 62.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Old World is yours to command. Lead Legendary Lords in a combination of turn-based campaign and magically charged, strategic real-time battles, and decide the fate of your chosen race in a fight against Chaos.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 44%, RPG 35.5%, Fantasy 20.5%
Why You'll Like It: It excels at large-scale tactical fantasy battles, mirroring the epic horde-fighting feel of the seed game.
- #16 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 202,747 reviews2017
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 31.7 hrsMean: 75.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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: Tactical RPG 48.3%, RPG 23.5%, Fantasy 21.9%, Story Rich 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: It features highly interactive environments and deep tactical combat that will appeal to fans of the seed game's mechanics.
- #17 Heroes of Annihilated Empires
86% matchVery Positive85% of 780 reviews2006
Dev: GSC Game World
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles!
Why similar: Fantasy 50.8%, RPG 47.7%, Singleplayer 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a unique mix of RTS and RPG mechanics set in a classic fantasy world.
- #18 SpellForce 3 Soul Harvest
84% matchVery Positive85% of 2,310 reviews2019
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Three years after the Purity Wars, Nortander is on the cusp of a new era.
Why similar: RPG 53.2%, Fantasy 24.3%, Gore 11%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%, Story Rich 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: This standalone expansion refines the RTS/RPG hybrid formula with new tactical depth and dwarven units.
- #19 Warhammer: Chaosbane
85% matchMixed58% of 6,316 reviews2019
Dev: Eko SoftwarePub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
In a world ravaged by war and dominated by magic, you must rise up to face the Chaos hordes. Playing solo or with up to four players in local or online co-op, choose a hero from four character classes and prepare for epic battles wielding some of the most powerful artefacts of the Old World.
Why similar: RPG 63.8%, Action RPG 15.9%, Adventure 9%, Singleplayer 6.1%, Action 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This top-down action RPG captures the feel of fighting massive hordes in a dark fantasy setting.
- #20 Dwarven Realms
82% matchVery Positive82% of 3,507 reviews2024
Dev: Crater Studios
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 52.3%, RPG 20.2%, Fantasy 18.6%, Action RPG 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: It is an action RPG specifically built around dwarven themes and large-scale combat encounters.
- #21 GreedFall
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 21,716 reviews2019
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Engage in a core roleplaying experience, and forge the destiny of a new world seeping with magic, and filled with riches, lost secrets, and fantastic creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become part of a living, evolving world - influence its course and shape your story.
Why similar: RPG 47.8%, Fantasy 17.9%, Open World 16.5%, Story Rich 6.8%, Action RPG 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: This action RPG emphasizes party management and narrative choices within a rich, atmospheric fantasy world.
- #22 Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot
80% matchVery Positive83% of 2,558 reviews2026
Dev: Hamma StudiosPub: Sidekick Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Build and command your own party of Dwarves in this mix of RPGs, roguelike and auto battlers. Prepare formations, assign equipment, and decide the fate of up to 10 Beardlings, as you lead the raid through reckless runs filled with Glory, Death, and Loot!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 48.2%, RPG 28.8%, Fantasy 19.5%, Adventure 2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical roguelike focuses on managing a dwarven army with deep character customization.
- #23 Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,917 reviews2020
Dev: KAIKOPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The hit RPG returns! Remastered with stunning visuals and refined gameplay Re-Reckoning delivers intense, customizable RPG combat inside a sprawling game world.
Why similar: RPG 39.5%, Fantasy 24.7%, Open World 12.4%, Action RPG 8%, Gore 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a vast open-world fantasy experience with fluid, action-oriented combat.
- #24 Bound By Flame
82% matchMixed68% of 3,985 reviews2014
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You are a mercenary possessed by a flame demon in a desperate world ravaged by seven Ice Lords. In this RPG where every choice counts, you will have to choose between unleashing the powers of the beast within and rejecting its demonic influence.
Why similar: RPG 53.2%, Fantasy 23.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.4%, Action RPG 3.8%, Action 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: This dark fantasy action RPG features party elements and a focus on character-driven storytelling.
- #25 Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 14,276 reviews2022
Dev: Complex GamesPub: Frontier Foundry
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 53.8%, RPG 34%, Story Rich 12.2%
- #26 Vikings - Wolves of Midgard
79% matchMixed59% of 4,478 reviews2017
Dev: Games FarmPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Vikings – Wolves of Midgard takes you to the Shores of Midgard, a world based upon the mythology and history of the Vikings, but with a fantasy twist. Battle the fearsome Jotan, hordes of terrifying undead monstrosities and the beasts of Ragnarok, as you strive to survive the growing cold of Fimbulwinter.
Why similar: RPG 53.5%, Gore 21.9%, Action RPG 12.4%, Adventure 5.1%, Action 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: This action RPG features visceral combat and a strong focus on mythology-inspired fantasy.
- #27 The Technomancer
79% matchMixed68% of 2,999 reviews2016
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Technomancer is a sci-fi RPG that offers players plenty of dynamic combat action based on 4 skill trees dedicated to 3 combat styles and the destructive electrical powers of the Technomancers.
Why similar: RPG 59.6%, Open World 17.9%, Great Soundtrack 5%, Adventure 4.7%, Action 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: It continues the style of party-based action RPGs with a focus on tactical combat and character development.
- #28 Battle Brothers
77% matchVery Positive88% of 27,494 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 93.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 36.6%, Fantasy 32.4%, Open World 18.2%, Adventure 6.3%, Action 3.6%
- #29 Mars: War Logs
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,013 reviews2013
Dev: SpidersPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
An Intense Cyberpunk Rpg On the Red Planet! Mars War Logs takes you to Mars, nearly a century after the cataclysm that threw the planet and its colonists into chaos. Water has become the most precious resource on the arid red planet, with a few companies fighting a perpetual war for its control.
Why similar: RPG 73.3%, Action RPG 7.2%, Story Rich 5.8%, Action 5.6%, Adventure 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Of Orcs and Men, it shares a similar focus on party-based action and narrative.
- #30 Dark Quest 2
76% matchVery Positive84% of 659 reviews2018
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG where you control a party of heroes on your epic quest to defeat the evil sorcerer and his minions.
Why similar: RPG 62.9%, Fantasy 19%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Adventure 4.9%, Story Rich 3.3%
- #31 The Waylanders
76% matchMixed47% of 447 reviews2022
Dev: GATO STUDIO
Windows
Slip the bonds of fate in this party-based RPG filled with Celtic myth and historical legend. Discover thrilling adventure alongside mortal companions and immortal allies as you explore the world of The Waylanders.
Why similar: RPG 50.4%, Real-Time with Pause 17.1% ★, Tactical RPG 8.8%, Adventure 8.7%, Fantasy 6.4%
- #32 Wigmund
73% matchVery Positive81% of 751 reviews2022
Dev: The Scholastics
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Defeat the evil Antiochus as you fight his malefic servants in this open-world fantasy action RPG with a unique, real-time combat game-play. Crafting, fishing, hunting, cooking, talents, professions and many other things are at hand.
Why similar: RPG 33.3%, Fantasy 31.1%, Open World 16.2%, Action RPG 10.2%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #33 SpellForce - Platinum Edition
75% matchVery Positive88% of 2,861 reviews2009
Dev: PhenomicPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 33.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Included in the Platinum Edition are three titles:SpellForce: The Order of DawnIn a world beyond imagination...In their immeasurable greed and constant thirst for power, the thirteen most powerful Mages of all time doomed the land, hurling it into an endless spiral of chaos and despair.
Why similar: RPG 56.7%, Fantasy 32.6%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%, Story Rich 2.8%, Action 2.6%
- #34 Skilltree Saga
78% matchMostly Negative32% of 198 reviews2014
Dev: Silent Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Skilltree Saga is the first Rogue-like RPG set in Aventuria - the world of The Dark Eye. Choose to play as human, elf or dwarf and battle randomly generated opponents in over 100 stages, developing a set of magical, enhanceable skills.
Why similar: RPG 54.9%, Fantasy 29.1%, Adventure 9.3%, Action 4.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a casual but engaging fantasy RPG experience with a focus on skill progression.
- #35 Dungeon Siege
75% matchVery Positive82% of 4,173 reviews2011
Dev: Gas Powered GamesPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Dungeon Siege® combines the immersive elements of a role-playing game with over-the-top intensity and non-stop action. Dungeon Siege plunges you into a continuous 3D fantasy world where you face off against an army of evil that has been unleashed.
Why similar: RPG 34.2%, Real-Time with Pause 30.3% ★, Fantasy 20.8%, Action RPG 5.7%, Open World 2.8%
- #36 WARTILE
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 711 reviews2018
Dev: Playwood Project
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Wartile is a cool-down based strategy game in which you control a warband of Viking figurines in a miniature universe inspired by Norse mythology. Unravel its secrets and rein the powers of the gods.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 49%, RPG 25.9%, Fantasy 12.2%, Action RPG 7.5%, Adventure 3.9%
- #37 Dragon Age: Origins - Ultimate Edition
73% matchVery Positive86% of 30,619 reviews2010
Dev: BioWarePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore a stunning world, make complex moral choices, and engage in bone-crushing combat against massive and terrifying creatures. The Ultimate Edition includes Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening and all nine content packs.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 45.2% ★, RPG 25.9%, Fantasy 19.1%, Story Rich 5.1%, Open World 2.3%
- #38 Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 21,401 reviews2015
Dev: Fatshark
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Vermintide is an epic co-operative action combat adventure set in the End Times of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy world.
Why similar: Fantasy 32.1%, Gore 30.4%, RPG 16.6%, Action RPG 7.3%, Action 6.6%
- #39 The Adventurers
70% matchVery Positive87% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Eternal Vigilance Entertainment
Windows
The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Lead your party of heroes in an open world filled with random events that affect your story. Survive a high fantasy landscape where your epic saga is waiting to be written.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 39.1%, RPG 25.9%, Fantasy 23.1%, Open World 12%
- #40 The Dwarf Run
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 160 reviews2015
Dev: Alexander Mirdzveli
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
The Dwarf Run is an old-fashioned RPG featuring turn-based combat, elements of point-n-click adventure and intriguing story line.
Why similar: RPG 61.8%, Fantasy 21.5%, Adventure 10.1%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #41 SpellForce 3 Fallen God
71% matchVery Positive88% of 1,544 reviews2020
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Command the Trolls and lead them on an epic journey across the wild continent of Urgath. As Chieftain of the Moonkin, a tribe driven from its home by tusk hunters and disease, their survival is in your hands.
Why similar: RPG 61.9%, Fantasy 27.7%, Gore 9%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #42 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
70% matchVery Positive80% of 2,601 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 50.1%, RPG 26.4%, Fantasy 21.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #43 Dwerve
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 551 reviews2022
Dev: Half Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
An epic action-adventure with tower defense combat! Dungeon crawl through a ruined kingdom, fending off hordes with turrets and traps! Punch them into pits! Pull them into spinblades! Zap and burn them!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 42.5%, RPG 24.2%, Fantasy 15.1%, Action RPG 6.8%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #44 Dark Envoy
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 866 reviews2023
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Lead a party of relic hunters in an epic cRPG adventure set in a war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world. Experiment with a tactical slo-mo and a modern combat system!
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 60.8% ★, RPG 14%, Fantasy 13.5%, Action RPG 4.3%, Story Rich 3.8%
- #45 Warhammer: Vermintide 2
69% matchVery Positive85% of 146,133 reviews2018
Dev: Fatshark
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 48.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The critically acclaimed Vermintide 2 is a visually stunning and groundbreaking melee action game pushing the boundaries of the first person co-op genre. Join the fight now!
Why similar: Fantasy 34.3%, RPG 26.1%, Gore 24.1%, Action RPG 7.5%, Adventure 3.7%
- #46 Blackguards
72% matchMixed62% of 3,886 reviews2014
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.
Why similar: RPG 50.9%, Fantasy 23.1%, Tactical RPG 20.6%, Adventure 1.8%, Story Rich 1.7%
- #47 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate
71% matchVery Positive87% of 404 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Take part in a thrilling new adventure in the world of Ashan with the Hammers of Fate expansion. Discover uncharted territories and experience new ways of playing Heroes of Might & Magic V. Introducing a brand-new Dwarves faction, made up of heroic warriors and rune magic adepts who stalk the deepest mountains and most hostile regions of...
Why similar: Fantasy 100%
- #48 The Iron Oath
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 900 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 43.4%, RPG 21.5%, Fantasy 19.1%, Open World 9.1%, Story Rich 5.6%
- #49 Raiders of Valhalla
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 102 reviews2024
Dev: Afil Games
Windows
Lead a fearless horde of Viking dwarves, strengthen them with legendary equipment, conquer unknown lands, and witness the colossal destruction they leave behind. How far will you be able to take your warriors? The journey to glory begins now!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 51%, RPG 24.6%, Fantasy 22.2%, Action 2.2%
- #50 Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms
71% matchMixed59% of 449 reviews2014
Dev: Games FarmPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Shadows is the next chapter in the Heretic Kingdoms saga. Experience an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics. Take on the role of the Devourer, a demon that swallows the souls of the dead and then brings them back into the mortal realm as his puppets
Why similar: RPG 52.2%, Fantasy 22.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Story Rich 6.4%, Action RPG 5.6%
- #51 Nordic Warriors
68% matchVery Positive84% of 67 reviews2020
Dev: Liron PeerPub: Mashmashu Studio
Windows
Enter the real time tactical nightmare of Nordic Warriors and use your handful of brave souls to stem an endless horde of undead horrors. You'll need to take advantage of the terrain and your Hero abilities to heal and lead your units as you blast, smash or slash your way through the unfolding apocalypse.
Why similar: Gore 59.9%, Action 11.4%, Story Rich 11.3%, Adventure 9.3%, Singleplayer 8%
- #52 The Banner Saga 2
68% matchVery Positive90% of 3,765 reviews2016
Dev: Stoic
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.
Why similar: RPG 49.1%, Fantasy 19.7%, Tactical RPG 11.3%, Story Rich 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.3%
- #53 The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™
63% matchVery Positive82% of 11,900 reviews2024
Dev: Free Range GamesPub: North Beach Games
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A survival crafting adventure set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth. Lead the Dwarves to reclaim Moria - mine, build, and battle through procedurally generated depths alone or with up to 8 players in co-op. It is time to return to Moria!
Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Fantasy 25.7%, Open World 22.7%, Adventure 10.9%, Action 3.2%
- #54 Divine Divinity
68% matchVery Positive88% of 3,946 reviews2012
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Divine Divinity is an epic role-playing game with hack-and-slash action, offering a huge world to explore and thousands of items to investigate, trade and use.
Why similar: RPG 35.5%, Real-Time with Pause 31.8% ★, Fantasy 18.4%, Open World 4.9%, Action RPG 3.8%
- #55 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
59% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 267,104 reviews2025
Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
Windows
Median: 32.4 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Why similar: Fantasy 31.7%, RPG 28.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.5%, Story Rich 11.9%, Action RPG 4.8%
- #56 A Game of Dwarves
69% matchMixed63% of 553 reviews2012
Dev: Zeal Game StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
A Dwarven Prince on a quest to reclaim his people’s stolen land will take you on a great journey. Explore a continent filled with buried treasures and unearth mysteries that have laid hidden since the Great War.
Why similar: Fantasy 96.3%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #57 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 180 reviews2018
Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
Windows
Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.
Why similar: RPG 48.3%, Tactical RPG 43.7%, Adventure 5.1%, Action 3%