- #1 Wildermyth
97% matchVery Positive95% of 18,135 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Party-Based RPG 30.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, RPG 18.4%, Strategy 12.3%, Hand-drawn 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep party-based tactical combat and procedural storytelling that mirrors the character-driven nature of the seed game.
- #2 Tenderfoot Tactics
96% matchVery Positive82% of 268 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin MaxonPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A party of goblins, granted magic by an ancient spirit, wanders the archipelago, fighting back the terrible Fog. Wield elemental power with wild repercussions in this open-world tactics RPG.
Why similar: Strategy 28.1%, Party-Based RPG 27.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.3%, RPG 21.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a similarly unique, hand-drawn aesthetic paired with complex tactical turn-based combat and party management.
- #3 Urtuk: The Desolation
96% matchVery Positive88% of 2,505 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.
Why similar: Strategy 38.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 35.3%, Tactical 23%, Singleplayer 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging tactical roguelite that emphasizes party survival and brutal turn-based combat.
- #4 Crowntakers
95% matchMostly Positive73% of 682 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Strategy 27%, RPG 26.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Indie 10.1%, Roguelike 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends turn-based strategy and roguelite elements with a party-based system that feels very similar to the seed game.
- #5 Ash of Gods: Redemption
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,448 reviews2018
Dev: AurumDust
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: RPG 29.2%, Strategy 24.3%, Party-Based RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Hand-drawn 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical, turn-based combat and a branching narrative that forces players to live with the consequences of their actions.
- #6 The Hand of Merlin
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 359 reviews2022
Dev: Room-C GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based rogue-lite RPG in which Arthurian legend meets with sci-fi horror. Recruit mortal heroes to explore lands rife with otherworldly evil, make narrative bending choices in unique interactive encounters, and search for the lost fragments of your soul across the multiverse!
Why similar: Strategy 24.9%, RPG 22.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Tactical 15%, Roguelike 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelite that emphasizes party composition and strategic positioning in challenging turn-based encounters.
- #7 The Banner Saga
93% matchVery Positive89% of 15,879 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: RPG 36.3%, Strategy 28.1%, Tactical 12.8%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Indie 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a striking, painterly art style with high-stakes tactical combat and difficult narrative choices.
- #8 Shogun Showdown
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,740 reviews2024
Dev: RoboatinoPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Shogun Showdown is a turn-based combat game with rogue-like and deck-building elements. Position yourself and attack at the right time, upgrade your tiles and combo them to get ready to face the Shogun!
Why similar: Strategy 33.1%, RPG 22.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.2%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the Japanese-inspired theme with a highly tactical, turn-based roguelike combat system.
- #9 Voidspire Tactics
92% matchVery Positive97% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Strategy 29.4%, Indie 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Party-Based RPG 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, party-based tactical RPG experience with a focus on exploration and character customization.
- #10 Trials of Fire
91% matchVery Positive86% of 3,249 reviews2021
Dev: Whatboy Games
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A Tactical, Deck-Building Roguelite. Choose 3 Heroes and adventure into a post-Cataclysmic wasteland. Engage enemies in a unique meld of card-play and tactical, positional combat. Level up and scavenge what you can to customise your decks and build a party to take on any challenge!
Why similar: RPG 28.2%, Strategy 25.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.3%, Roguelike 11.2%, Roguelite 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines card-based mechanics with tactical positioning in a harsh, roguelite world.
- #11 Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
89% matchVery Positive82% of 1,322 reviews2025
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Veil of the Witch is a roguelite strategy RPG with turn-based combat and branching progression. Set in the world of “Lost Eidolons,” build a nimble squad of five, pick your skills as you level, and adapt to each unique run. May the gods favor the bold and the wise.
Why similar: Strategy 28.5%, RPG 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Roguelike 11.7%, Roguelite 9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RPG that leans into the roguelite structure and turn-based strategy elements.
- #12 Dark Deity
90% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,017 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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: RPG 24.6%, Strategy 23.6%, Party-Based RPG 19.1%, Tactical 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on character-driven tactical combat with a strong emphasis on party growth and strategy.
- #13 Grimshade
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.
Why similar: RPG 27.8%, Strategy 24.9%, Party-Based RPG 13.5%, Indie 10.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a tactical, turn-based combat system with a strong emphasis on party-based RPG mechanics.
- #14 Darkest Dungeon®
87% matchVery Positive92% of 159,462 reviews2016
Dev: Red Hook Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 44.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?
Why similar: RPG 45.3%, Strategy 22.8%, Roguelike 18.2%, Indie 7.3%, Roguelite 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive party-based roguelite that emphasizes the psychological and physical toll of tactical combat.
- #15 Depth of Extinction
88% matchMostly Positive75% of 209 reviews2018
Dev: HOF Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a flooded world and save humanity from a terrible threat in this turn based, tactical RPG with roguelike elements
Why similar: RPG 29.1%, Strategy 27.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Party-Based RPG 16.8%, Roguelite 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, party-based RPG with roguelite elements and a focus on turn-based combat.
- #16 Zoria: Age of Shattering
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 620 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: RPG 36.8%, Strategy 33.9%, Party-Based RPG 26.1%, Singleplayer 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, party-based RPG that emphasizes exploration and strategic turn-based combat.
- #17 Anomaly Collapse
85% matchVery Positive86% of 636 reviews2024
Dev: RocketPunch Games
Windows
Command a squad of adorably fierce warriors in Anomaly Collapse, a turn-based Roguelite strategy game that offers a fresh twist to an old formula! Face off against otherworldly beings and uncover the dark secrets of supernatural calamities. Immerse yourself in a story where every move counts!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.5%, Strategy 25.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.8%, Roguelike 10.1%, Roguelite 8%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that emphasizes party positioning and unique combat mechanics.
- #18 For The King
84% matchVery Positive88% of 43,368 reviews2018
Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.
Why similar: RPG 35.6%, Strategy 29.5%, Roguelike 12.1%, Party-Based RPG 11.7%, Roguelite 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A cooperative-focused roguelite that uses tactical, turn-based combat and party-based exploration.
- #19 Fae Tactics
84% matchVery Positive85% of 1,719 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
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 36.4%, Strategy 32%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Tactical 9.5%, Indie 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features vibrant, anime-inspired art and a deep, grid-based tactical combat system with party management.
- #20 Overfall
86% matchMixed47% of 879 reviews2016
Dev: Pera Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Set sail in Overfall, a whimsical roguelike turn-based RPG of diplomacy and danger. Recruit unlikely heroes, forge alliances or crush your foes across ever-shifting seas to find a lost king. Every run is fresh with procedural worlds, permanent death, branching story encounters, and hand-drawn art.
Why similar: RPG 23.4%, Party-Based RPG 23.3%, Strategy 22%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Roguelike 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based roguelite that emphasizes exploration and party-based decision-making.
- #21 Pathway
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,248 reviews2019
Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat!
Why similar: RPG 26.9%, Strategy 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Tactical 12.1%, Roguelike 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based roguelite with a distinct visual style and party-based exploration mechanics.
- #22 Battle Brothers
82% 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 38.7%, Strategy 37.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.6%, Singleplayer 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: A gritty, tactical roguelite that focuses on managing a mercenary company through dangerous, turn-based battles.
- #23 Labyrinth of Zangetsu
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 76 reviews2023
Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.Pub: PQube
Windows
Fight Japanese-folklore-inspired Yokai in a ink-brush illustrated Dungeon Crawler! Set in the moonlit city of Ido, the world has blackened under the 'Ink of Ruin' disaster. Conscript & customise your team of warriors as you venture deep into labyrinths and ink your destiny in a winding narrative...
Why similar: RPG 24.3%, Party-Based RPG 22%, Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Hand-drawn 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features a striking, ink-wash art style and traditional dungeon-crawling mechanics set in a Japanese-inspired world.
- #24 Tower Song
81% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: OI Games
Windows · Mac
Tower Song is a challenging turn-based RPG that rewards clever planning and decisive tactics in unrepeatable battles. Eldritch tower-borne beasts threaten to breach reality and overrun the capital of Qadam. Lead your chosen Mana Knight in this tightly plotted quest to push back the darkness.
Why similar: RPG 52.3%, Party-Based RPG 47.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep character customization and party-based tactical combat in a challenging RPG environment.
- #25 Sandwalkers
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 530 reviews2025
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sandwalkers is a roguelike turn-based exploration game. Build your team, traverse varied hostile environments, face countless dangers, and gain knowledge that will help you find and resurrect the Mother Tree Umama.
Why similar: Strategy 30.2%, Party-Based RPG 25.5%, Tactical 18.1%, Roguelike 13.6%, Roguelite 9%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based roguelite that focuses on survival and tactical combat in a harsh, shifting environment.
- #26 AETHERIS
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 244 reviews2023
Dev: WILD WITS
Windows · Mac
Aetheris is a tactical RPG with challenging turn-based battles set in an immersive and vibrant environment. Make the right choices and find the best strategy to survive in the unforgiving Wilderness. Journey alone or as a party of four—the adventure awaits!
Why similar: RPG 23.4%, Strategy 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Hand-drawn 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based, turn-based combat game that emphasizes narrative choices and tactical survival.
- #27 Heroes of Steel RPG
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 284 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Heroes of Steel is a tactical RPG set in a grim post-apocalyptic fantasy world. Coordinate your party of four heroes in turn-based combat and navigate a engaging world and story.
Why similar: RPG 19%, Strategy 18.3%, Party-Based RPG 17.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Tactical 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that focuses on dungeon crawling and challenging turn-based encounters.
- #28 Shores Unknown
80% matchMixed69% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: VallynnePub: Hitcents
Windows
A turn-based RPG with deep character-driven combat, and a story written by Final Fantasy veterans. Finding yourself on the wrong side of the Crown, you and your companions must fight or perish. Build a team of mercenaries, forge alliances, and explore distant lands.
Why similar: RPG 39.2%, Party-Based RPG 35.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Tactical 6%, Singleplayer 2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, party-based RPG with a unique movement-based combat system and deep character development.
- #29 Wardrum
76% matchVery Positive87% of 75 reviews2026
Dev: Mopeful GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Lead a tribal warband and time your attacks to the beat of the Wardrum in this tactical turn-based roguelite! Forge a path across a harsh fantasy world full of rhythm magic, face death and strengthen your warriors until you have the power to destroy the dark sorcery infecting the lands.
Why similar: Strategy 29.8%, RPG 25.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Tactical 9.1%, Roguelite 7.9%
- #30 Wulin Chess
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2024
Dev: LameCat StudioPub: East2west Games
Windows
Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.
Why similar: RPG 28.3%, Strategy 26.5%, Tactical 13.7%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Roguelike 11%
- #31 Lost Flame
75% matchVery Positive96% of 157 reviews2026
Dev: Bartosz Bojarowski
Windows · Linux
Lost Flame is a modern roguelike game featuring unique and challenging turn-based combat. Find your way in the ruined kingdom of Hiraeth while fighting against legendary warriors of the past and spawn of the unfathomable Abysm.
Why similar: RPG 43%, Roguelike 37.6%, Indie 19.4%
- #32 Defend the Rook
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 243 reviews2021
Dev: One Up PlusPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A roguelike tactics board combat combined with tower defense elements. Defeat the invading hordes to stay alive and save the land! Enjoy more tactics than a normal TD game, combined with the added challenge of building towers and fighting off waves of enemies!
Why similar: RPG 24.1%, Strategy 23.4%, Party-Based RPG 21.2%, Tactical 13.1%, Roguelike 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical, turn-based combat with roguelite elements and base-defense mechanics.
- #33 Those Who Rule
75% matchVery Positive90% of 1,005 reviews2025
Dev: Eldin Turulja
Windows
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: RPG 26.5%, Strategy 22.6%, Party-Based RPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Tactical 12.2%
- #34 Break the Loop
76% matchVery Positive85% of 88 reviews2024
Dev: Mastodonte
Windows
Break the Loop is a turn-based Rogue-like RPG. Compose your team and create a timeline by selecting the events you'll go through. Each decision will bring you one step closer to the ultimate threat, but will you have accumulated enough power to stop the apocalypse?
Why similar: RPG 30.7%, Strategy 30.6%, Indie 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%, Roguelite 8.4%
- #35 Astral Throne
74% matchVery Positive81% of 264 reviews2025
Dev: Zero Sun Games
Windows
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: RPG 25.9%, Strategy 24.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Roguelike 10.5%, Tactical 10.1%
- #36 Warbanners
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 610 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Strategy 27.5%, RPG 25.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.8%, Tactical 15.7%, Indie 8.1%
- #37 Haque
77% matchVery Positive86% of 165 reviews2017
Dev: SuperTry Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Haque is a glitch fantasy roguelike adventure about cute monsters, low-bit hauntings, and a suspiciously talkative narrator. Choose your character and battle through forests, deserts and dungeons to defeat a mysterious evil. Die often. Try again!
Why similar: RPG 39%, Strategy 32.9%, Indie 14.1%, Roguelike 14%
- #38 The Iron Oath
74% 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: RPG 25.3%, Strategy 21.8%, Party-Based RPG 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Tactical 12.1%
- #39 Lost In The Open
73% matchMixed66% of 163 reviews2025
Dev: Black Voyage GamesPub: WhisperGames
Windows
An unexpected assassination attempt leaves you wounded and fleeing across no man's land. To survive in this roguelike, low-fantasy tactical RPG, you must recruit strategically, fight desperately and repent sincerely.
Why similar: Strategy 26.9%, RPG 25%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Tactical 12.1%, Roguelike 10.5%
- #40 Journey to the Void
71% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: RuneHeads
Windows · Mac
Prepare to fend off attacks from all directions in this hybrid strategy roguelite deck builder. On your journey through varied grid-based biomes, battle unique foes and make tough moral choices to restore a corrupted land and decide the fate of your world.
Why similar: RPG 32.1%, Strategy 31.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 8.1%
- #41 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
73% matchVery Positive83% of 1,388 reviews2019
Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Strategy 34%, RPG 26.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Indie 13.3%, Tactical 8.2%
- #42 The Bell Echoes
70% matchVery Positive97% of 109 reviews2026
Dev: 七颗枚
Windows
The Bell Echoes is a story-driven tactical roguelite. Fight alongside a cast of distinctive companions as you venture deeper into the Corrupted Lands, defeat powerful foes, collect Echoes and memory fragments, and uncover the truth behind the characters and the world.
Why similar: RPG 29.1%, Strategy 28.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Roguelike 11.6%, Roguelite 9.1%
- #43 Dead Monarchy
73% matchVery Positive82% of 137 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Zhang
Windows
Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.
Why similar: RPG 31.1%, Strategy 30.9%, Indie 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Tactical 8.8%
- #44 Vagrus - The Riven Realms
72% matchVery Positive85% of 1,734 reviews2021
Dev: Lost Pilgrims StudioPub: Lost Pilgrims Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: RPG 61%, Strategy 36.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #45 Crawl Tactics
71% matchVery Positive92% of 209 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: RPG 24.5%, Strategy 22.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Indie 7.8%
- #46 Shuffle Tactics
71% matchMixed70% of 106 reviews2025
Dev: Club SandwichPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Shuffle Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding tactical RPG. Strategize to survive tough battles, pick the right cards to create powerful synergies, and bond with your sidekicks to get an edge in battle. Adventure awaits! Will you rise as Asteria's new King?
Why similar: Strategy 29.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.8%, Tactical 16.5%, Roguelike 14.5%, Indie 13.6%
- #47 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
68% matchVery Positive95% of 14,466 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: RPG 38.5%, Strategy 19.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, Tactical 9.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%
- #48 Castle Morihisa
72% matchMixed68% of 448 reviews2022
Dev: Smokingbear StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
"Castle Morihisa" is a roguelike featuring strategic deckbuilder. You need to build up your deck through constant battles, acquire powerful talents, and wield the power of the Fallen Heroes to unveil the truth behind the rebellion in Castle Morihisa.
Why similar: Strategy 31.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.8%, RPG 20.9%, Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 6.5%
- #49 Tarnished Blood 🩸 [Tactic RPG]
70% matchVery Positive90% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Juggler GamesPub: Galaktus
Windows
Tarnished Blood is a turn-based roguelite RPG with a unique time-bending battle mechanic. Hunt massive beasts, harvest their essence, and help a group of hunters survive in the brutal world beneath the Dome!
Why similar: RPG 48.1%, Roguelike 16.6%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Strategy 6.8%
- #50 Shadowveil: Legend of The Five Rings
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 483 reviews2025
Dev: Palindrome Interactive
Windows
Train unique samurai, embark on missions, and play the cards dealt each run on an epic roguelite adventure in the Legend of the Five Rings universe. Each defeat opens new strategic skill tree options and more powerful cards to face the growing threat in the Shadowlands.
Why similar: Strategy 39.6%, Tactical 16.5%, Roguelike 15.2%, Indie 14.7%, Roguelite 11.9%
- #51 Home Behind 2
69% matchVery Positive87% of 7,207 reviews2022
Dev: TPP StudioPub: Spiral Up Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Home Behind 2 is a Roguelike RPG which set in Scaria, a country engulfed in a ten-year civil war. Lead a patchwork group of revolutionary fighters into the depths of the government's territory as you struggle to overthrow a brutal authoritarian regime!
Why similar: RPG 31.4%, Strategy 30.5%, Roguelike 11.4%, Indie 11%, Tactical 8%
- #52 Aethermancer
66% matchVery Positive92% of 2,358 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Strategy 25.6%, RPG 24.8%, Party-Based RPG 22%, Roguelike 10.3%, Indie 9.4%
- #53 Valor of Man
67% matchVery Positive90% of 148 reviews2026
Dev: Legacy ForgePub: Numskull Games
Windows
Forge your party. Master your fate. In this turn-based roguelite RPG, lead four heroes through a fractured realm of danger and destiny. Build synergies, unlock powerful abilities, and face ever-shifting challenges in an epic battle for survival. No journey is ever the same.
Why similar: RPG 30.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Strategy 18.5%, Tactical 12.2%, Roguelite 9.3%
- #54 Mortal Glory 2
67% matchVery Positive88% of 300 reviews2024
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Manage a team of traveling gladiators in this turn-based fantasy roguelike. Find the best recruits, discover powerful item combinations and come up with clever tactics on the battlefield. The tournament awaits those who desire MORTAL GLORY!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Strategy 16.1%, RPG 16.1%, Roguelike 10%
- #55 Sigil of the Magi
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 55 reviews2023
Dev: YongjustyongPub: iterco
Windows
Sigil of the Magi blends roguelike deckbuilding with turn-based combat for a deep tactical experience. Navigate a world full of dangers and mystique as you craft your deck, obtain relics, and prepare your party of champions for any challenges ahead!
Why similar: RPG 33.1%, Strategy 28.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.7%, Roguelike 14.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #56 Madcap Mosaic
68% matchVery Positive95% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: 1classydude
Windows
Carefully craft your Mosaic in this fantasy themed deckbuilding game. Battle by battle, tile by tile, you'll form synergies and build up your Mosaic's combo potential, hoping to beat the curve as you forge deeper into enemy territory.
Why similar: Strategy 44.8%, Tactical 14.9%, Roguelike 14.8%, Roguelite 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.2%
- #57 Fight Life: Vanguard
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 140 reviews2026
Dev: StartImpulsePub: Two Cakes Studio
Windows
Engage in tactical turn-based combat, manage and upgrade each character, and strive to reclaim harmony in a world on the brink of oblivion. Take on the mantle of leadership as you guide a mercenary squad through perilous landscapes, selecting your comrades from a diverse pool of skilled recruits.
Why similar: RPG 36%, Strategy 29.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.2%, Hand-drawn 8.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #58 Unforgiving Trials: The Darkest Crusade
70% matchMixed65% of 654 reviews2016
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Embark on an epic adventure to save the lands. Form a party by selecting 4 different adventurers from a pool of over 12 unique classes. Battle your way through the cursed lands scaling the highest mountains and exploring the darkest dungeons. Face more than 30 unique challenging bosses in order to reach the capital of the kingdom.
Why similar: RPG 40.4%, Party-Based RPG 28.1%, Indie 15.4%, Roguelike 14.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #59 The Last Flame
63% matchVery Positive85% of 2,834 reviews2025
Dev: Hotloop
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Recruit a party of unique heroes, fight deadly encounters, loot and craft powerful gear, discover and create thousands of synergetic builds! The Last Flame is an endless roguelike auto-battler in which you guide a righteous party of heroes through many challenges.
Why similar: Strategy 23.1%, RPG 19.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.7%, Tactical 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%
- #60 Heads Will Roll
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 183 reviews2021
Dev: 1917 Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hardcore survival RPG with non-linear story that lets you taste the life of a medieval soldier.
Why similar: RPG 59.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 28.9%, Roguelike 9.9%, Singleplayer 2%