Games Like The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily

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 28.1%, Tactical RPG 22%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Strategy 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A perfect match featuring a female protagonist leading armies in a tactical RPG set against a backdrop of political upheaval.

Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!

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

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical squad management and large-scale warfare that mirrors the strategic complexity of the seed game.

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 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Strategy RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Female Protagonist 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep tactical system with extensive character development and a unique 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: Tactical RPG 38.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.8%, Strategy RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.4%, Simulation 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive tactical RPG experience that excels in political storytelling and branching paths based on player choices.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 27.3%, Tactical RPG 21.9%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Strategy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a robust tactical combat system with deep character customization and a strong narrative focus.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 34%, Strategy RPG 27.6%, War 13.4%, Tactical RPG 10.1%, Strategy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features intense political drama and grid-based tactical combat where every decision impacts the story's outcome.

You awaken in a field of snow with no memory of even your name. The local monstrosities nearly devour you before you meet your rescuer, a beautiful girl named Kuon—who has animal ears and a tail. She names you Haku⸺ The Japanese hit tactics-RPG visual novel series returns to PC at last!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 32.7%, Tactical RPG 30%, Anime 18.1%, Strategy 10%, Simulation 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a heavy, character-focused visual novel narrative with engaging tactical combat and anime aesthetics.

Experience the newest tactical RPG from the creators of Girls’ Frontline. Some 30 years in the future, AU agent Mendo and the mysterious girl Jefuty find themselves in gruesome battles against armed URNC forces…

Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 26.1%, Strategy RPG 18.5%, Anime 10%, Strategy 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A high-production tactical RPG with a gripping story and complex mission objectives.

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

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.1%, Strategy 24.8%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Tactical RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: Classic tactical RPG gameplay with anime-style character designs and a focus on commanding units in war.

A 2D narrative-focused strategic RPG with visual novel elements. You play as Willow Wisp, a campfire spirit who guides a group of amateur adventurers in harnessing the warm magic of self love to fend off the Frost that surrounds them.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.2%, LGBTQ+ 21.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features LGBTQ themes and tactical RPG gameplay that aligns well with the tone and character focus of the seed game.

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 23.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Tactical 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG with a strong anime aesthetic and card-based mechanics that add a layer of strategic variety.

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 23.1%, Strategy RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, LGBTQ+ 9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes character-driven storytelling and strategic unit management.

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 26.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG featuring a female protagonist and grid-based combat that emphasizes narrative choices.

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 21%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Tactical 11%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical combat and character relationships, capturing the spirit of classic anime-style strategy games.

Rule the world or die trying!Being a Princess is not an easy job. Being a Queen is even harder. Especially when you're only fourteen years old, and the reason you've inherited the throne is that your royal mother has just met an untimely end.Now power is up for grabs.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.6%, Anime 31.2%, Strategy 10%, Cute 8.7%, Simulation 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A political simulation game that captures the high-stakes pressure of being a female ruler in a dangerous court.

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

Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.8%, Anime 14.7%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, War 12.4%, Tactical 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends anime-inspired storytelling with unique tactical combat mechanics in a war-torn setting.

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 Tactics 33.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 29.9%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Strategy 12.2%, Anime 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that emphasizes tactical battles and the conquest of territories to become a ruler.

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: Grand Strategy 28.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, War 13.9%, Anime 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that allows players to manage armies and characters in a fantasy world.

My Lovely Empress is an empire management sim inspired by Asian mythology. As the Emperor of the Crimson Empire, you will build relations with neighboring rulers, balance internal factions, and ensure the prosperity of your people, all before you reap their souls to resurrect your beloved empress.

Why similar: Romance 60%, Simulation 27.1%, Story Rich 5.9%, Strategy 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the burden of leadership and political maneuvering, fitting the 'villainess' and empress themes.

Prepare the next monarch by finding her hobbies, training her for battle, and befriending the citizens she'll one day protect. Dive into an all-new parenting-simulator-RPG adventure, where every decision you make will not only affect the future of your daughter but that of an entire empire!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.8%, Anime 22.1%, Cute 11.6%, Story Rich 10.6%, Strategy 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A life-simulation game with multiple endings and choices that matter, centered on raising a daughter in a fantasy world.

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 25.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Female Protagonist 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that prioritizes character-driven narratives and strategic grid-based combat.

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: Turn-Based Tactics 41.5%, Tactical RPG 13.9%, Strategy 13.1%, Tactical 11.9%, Strategy RPG 10%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant tactical RPG with unique grid-based combat and a distinct visual style.

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 22.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, War 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short but impactful tactical RPG that focuses on a narrative of rebellion and survival.

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 37.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 33.1%, Strategy 14.8%, Anime 6.3%, Female Protagonist 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG known for its unique card-based combat system and anime aesthetic.

You are the Evil Emperor's only daughter, but can you claim the throne? Raise stats, make deals, appoint advisors, and scheme your way through the Imperial Election - unless an assassin gets you first. Rule the galaxy or die trying!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 31.6%, Female Protagonist 28.6%, Anime 15.7%, Story Rich 9.2%, Strategy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A political simulation and visual novel that explores diplomacy and leadership from a female perspective.

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 31.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Strategy 14.5%, Anime 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical combat with card-based abilities, offering a fresh take on the genre.

This is a Rogue-like game with a combination of JRPG, auto chess, and galgame elements. Players can choose from two different female protagonists to embark on a unique adventure. Additionally, players can recruit followers, strategize their formations, and develop their town!

Why similar: Auto Battler 56.9%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Strategy 10.2%, Story Rich 7.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: An auto-battler with roguelike elements and a female lead that mirrors the tactical auto-battler aspects of the seed game.

Save the world of online multiplayer games from a rogue AI in this deck-building strategy roguelite! Collect more than 160 cute and colourful Bullets as you move through maps based on iconic game genres and defeat enemies in challenging turn-based combat.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Tactical RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Female Protagonist 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused game with a heavy anime aesthetic and deck-building mechanics.

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 26.9%, Strategy RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Cute 5.6%

"JOR: Dawn Dew" is a 2D turn-based game with a box-like map. In the game, act "Dew" to adventure. On adventure, collect and freely choose your way of fighting. As the exploration progresses, deter the threat of the black beast tide, and finally defeat the monstrous malice.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 33.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Cute 7.4%, Story Rich 6.9%

RED DAWN is an SRPG game with cute graphics! Take command of Baker squad and fight back against Tiesov's invasion! The Winning or Losing of Carimae School is depends to you.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.2%, War 13.7%, Anime 9.8%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

A new spin on strategy RPG gaming! Slimes, the weakest of RPG characters, can take over an enemy unit and fight! This twist on the genre allows Slimes of various types to take over and control a broad range of powerful human units - it's a wonderful underdog story!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, Tactical 7.7%

It's adorable! It's tactical! The doujin/indie SRPG - Moékuri! 151+ Cute Creatures to try, over a solid grid-based tactical system! Fight through 25 story stages with your own unique strategy!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.3%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Anime 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.4%

Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Tactical RPG 19%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Tactical 10%

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 27.6%, War 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Strategy 5.7%

In this turn-based RPG you'll embark on the journey of becoming a Magical Girl cosplayer! But don't let this journey fool you, because this is not just roleplaying: your costumes will give you real life powers, and the world's fate will be in your hands!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, LGBTQ+ 14.3%, Female Protagonist 10.9%

A mysterious force of power transforms you and other highly attractive people in your area into superheroes and villains! TEXT, DATE and FIGHT your friends and enemies alike.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Romance 11.2%

This is a game of S·RPG, which tells the story of the of Jane .As the second work of crossing the series, there is a great leap forward compared with the previous one.You can play strategy, also can nurture your favorite roles.Everything depends on your decision!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.5%, Strategy RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Tactical 10%, Female Protagonist 9.4%

In this refreshing and exciting shooting game, lead the brave and fearless girl soldiers to fight with the enemy. Refit different types of machine armour, reasonably deploy machine soldiers with different skills, repel all kinds of enemies, and protect the Empire behind you in the gunfire.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 45%, Anime 36%, Strategy 14.6%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Uncover the mystery of a land beset by a Falling Star's curse in this Roguelike Strategy RPG inspired by the classics. Build your party, recruit new allies, and synergize your team's skills for decisive victory.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Female Protagonist 10.6%

Turn-based strategy simulation RPG in a fantasy world of swords and sorcery, featuring light dot-drawing animation.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Strategy RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, War 11.4%

Sakura and the Airyvixen is an anime-inspired roguelite with cute girls and strategy to spare! Cultivate an adorable team of fighters, then lead them through challenging gauntlets to ultimate victory!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, Anime 11%

GODWARS TEAM presents the SRPG "Relayer Advanced"! The game depicts the fierce battle between the "Starchildren" and the extraterrestrial "Relayer" and lets you use the "Hate" and "Big Bang" systems to lead the battle to victory!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.5%, Strategy RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%

A fantasy turn-based strategy game, fight for Cerulean and claim the crown as her rightful heir! Enjoy hours of our single-player campaign and battle your friends with cross-platform multiplayer. Expand your skills as a commander with the challenge mode.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Female Protagonist 9.7%

Perhaps it was the curse of a black lily that bloomed too early in the winter...Before graduation, a girl falls in love with another girl... But her pure feelings are torn apart by a "loop of tragedy."By [interrupting choices] and [typing in words], you will weave her feelings into the story.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 41%, Female Protagonist 23.5%, Anime 9.9%, Story Rich 7.7%, Cute 6.7%

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an RPG where you place children, each with their own unique characteristics and skills, at different gun turrets in a tank to fight against the enemy.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, War 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%

Join Luce and her friends in this FREE first chapter: The Spark! A mysterious force transforms you and other residents of Vermillion into heroes and villains. TEXT, DATE and FIGHT in this turn-based combat dating adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, LGBTQ+ 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Romance 13.4%, Female Protagonist 11.6%

A tower defense game where you combo ultimate moves to take down enemies! Have fun unleashing those moves while learning more about the twin princesses' story. Why did the twins get trapped in a game? What's the goal of the game master? And do you have what it takes to see it all to the end?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.2%, Cute 20.7%, Strategy 19.7%, Anime 12%, Story Rich 5.4%

Choose fate. Choose story. The fate of the witches is in your hands.

Why similar: Romance 33.3%, Female Protagonist 24.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Cute 11.2%, Atmospheric 6.8%

Walk with the Living is a queer strategy melodrama focused on character-driven storytelling and player choice.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 35.9%, Strategy RPG 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.7%, Story Rich 7.2%, Anime 5.4%

Play the Prologue chapter of Vanaris Tactics. Lead a group of refugees looking for freedom outside the walls of Vanaris, and experience the first three battles and story of Vanaris Tactics.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.9%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, War 9.5%

Affogato is a RPG featuring a unique 'reverse tower defense' mechanic. Play as a sorceress managing a café in Arorua. Meet customers from all walks of life, hear their stories and travel into their minds to help them defeat their inner demons. Experience a city life that exudes magic and excitement.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 29.6%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, Anime 16.2%, Tactical 10.1%, Strategy 7.8%

War hangs like the sword of Damocles over Helvetia, a land ruled by four Dark Lords. In this age of blood and strife, Leonhardt Arknoah, a war hero and leader of the Varganian Empire's secret task force, steps onto the battlefield once more, the flames of ambition burning brightly within him.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.9%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, War 8%

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 29.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Anime 8%

Dethrone the Zodiacs, revive the Golden Age and purge the Heretics that swarm the galaxy as Virgo, the queen of Purity, in this unforgiving timed actions turn-based JRPG.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 34.6%, Female Protagonist 25.6%, Anime 15.9%, Cute 9.7%, Story Rich 9.7%

select your protagonist and explore a variety of terrible fates!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 45.4%, Romance 17%, Story Rich 11.4%, Cute 8.5%, Anime 7.9%

In this puzzle RPG, explore a steam-powered ancient Greece as Artemis' bear warrior on a mythological quest of technology and magic. Push, toss, and bounce friend and foe, and use the environment to your advantage. You choose the battles, allies, and plots you encounter.

Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 23.2%, Strategy RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Tactical 9%