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Games Like Those Who Rule

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Tactical RPG, RPG, Strategy, Turn-Based Tactics.

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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?

Reviews: Very Positive — 90% — of 1,138 reviews
Released: 2025-01-27
Developer: Eldin Turulja
Genres: Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Those Who Rule is a standout tactical RPG that blends deep party management, high-stakes perma-death, and a narrative-heavy CRPG structure. These recommendations focus on titles that prioritize complex turn-based tactical combat, meaningful character progression, and the weight of difficult narrative choices.

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  45. #45 Songs of Silence
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 2,772 reviews2024
    Dev: Chimera Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    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: Strategy RPG 24.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Tactical 14.5%, RPG 8%

  46. #46 Zoria: Age of Shattering
    70% matchMostly Positive78% of 640 reviews2024
    Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    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: Tactical RPG 18.1%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, CRPG 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%

  47. #47 Tactical Breach Wizards
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 12,205 reviews2024
    Dev: Suspicious Developments
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    In Tactical Breach Wizards, you lead a team of renegade wizards in kevlar through turn-based battles to unravel a modern conspiracy plot. Combine their unique spells in clever ways, or rewind time to try every crazy plan you can think of to punch a Traffic Warlock through a 4th story window.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Tactical 10.5%

  48. #48 Dice Gambit
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 1,162 reviews2025
    Dev: Chromatic InkPub: Spelkollektivet
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Shape and lead your own fully customisable (and debt-ridden) family of Inquisitors in charge of hunting the chromatic monsters infesting the city. Unlock unique abilities, hang out with eccentric nobles, learn the secrets the city holds while occasionally delivering ice cream!

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 13.3%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Perma Death 12%, JRPG 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%

  49. #49 Shuffle Tactics
    69% matchMostly Positive71% of 113 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: Tactical RPG 15.2%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Perma Death 11.4%, Isometric 10.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%

  50. #50 Vanaris Tactics
    70% matchMostly Positive72% of 174 reviews2022
    Dev: Matheus ReisPub: Toge Productions
    Windows

    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 19.8%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Isometric 11.5%

  51. #51 Forsworn
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 373 reviews2026
    Dev: Resummon Studios LLC
    Windows · Linux

    Stack game-breaking synergies until your party can slay gods. Command a party of heroes, forge powerful synergies, and level them up across runs in this turn-based tactics roguelite. Battle the gods solo or in co-op, where defeat is just another beginning.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.7%, Party-Based RPG 14.4%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%

  52. #52 Grimshade
    71% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2019
    Dev: TALEROCKPub: Asterion Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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: Party-Based RPG 14.7%, Tactical RPG 12.8%, Strategy RPG 10.4%, Isometric 10.2%, JRPG 9.9%

  53. #53 Ash of Gods: The Way
    69% matchVery Positive80% of 507 reviews2023
    Dev: AurumDust
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    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: Tactical RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Isometric 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Difficult 11%

  54. #54 Voidspire Tactics
    70% matchVery Positive97% of 291 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: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Party-Based RPG 15.5%, RPG 12.2%, Strategy RPG 12.1%

  55. #55 Lost In The Open
    68% matchMixed64% of 166 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: Tactical RPG 15.5%, Perma Death 11.9%, Grid-Based Movement 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Strategy RPG 9.6%

  56. #56 The Lamplighters League
    68% matchMixed69% of 1,256 reviews2023
    Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    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: Tactical RPG 20.5%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Tactical 9.9%

  57. #57 STRANGER SAGA -Stranger Bach and Iskiyeld's Ambition-
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 229 reviews2025
    Dev: Retro Game Balance & Mechanics -レトロゲームの手応えとバランスを追求するデザイン工房-
    Windows

    "STRANGER SAGA" is a turn-based SRPG where you lead a resistance army against a mighty enemy force. Raise citizens into elite warriors and conquer challenging strategy battles!

    Why similar: CRPG 18.1%, Tactical RPG 17.7%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, JRPG 9.3%

  58. #58 Crawl Tactics
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 221 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: Tactical RPG 15.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Grid-Based Movement 8.6%

  59. #59 Defend the Rook
    67% matchMostly Positive76% of 244 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: Tactical RPG 15.1%, Party-Based RPG 14%, Perma Death 12.6%, Strategy RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%

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