- #1 Tactics Returners
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Triple Tech Arts
Windows
Tactics Returners, inspired by the golden age of TRPGs, aims to combine modern gameplay mechanics and advanced 2D visuals. Join the struggle for freedom, face decisive tactical challenges against superior forces, and shape the fate of the Returners!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, JRPG 8.6%
- #2 Far Away From Home
96% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: Matthew Wong
Windows
Far Away From Home is a story-driven tactical RPG. Battle foes in turn-based combat, turn monstrous enemies into friends, customize your party with a variety of builds, and craft powerful gear to enhance your playstyle. Unfold the mystery of your lost party as you try to find a way home.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, JRPG 9%
- #3 Mercenary Brotherhood
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SC Strategy Games
Windows
A deep turn‑based tactics RPG featuring emergent stories, procedural world events, enemy factions, magical loot with drawbacks, and a fully simulated fantasy sandbox. Build your mercenary company, survive brutal battles, and uncover new content. Solo‑dev indie project with active development.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Tactical RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy RPG 15.5%, Strategy 8.5%
- #4 Etherland Tactics
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Icaro Games
Windows · Linux
A tactical RPG combining strategy, narrative, and extensive character and skill customization, set in a medieval fantasy world inspired by the giants of the genre.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, JRPG 8%
- #5 Clowned King
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moonana
Windows
In a world made of glass, an exiled Prince becomes a clown to conceal his bloody past behind a mask of laughter. In this tactical JRPG inspired by Brazilian culture, play as the Clown Prince Matheus, as he tries to save his kingdom from his father, the mad King Marduk.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.4%, Strategy RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Party-Based RPG 10%
- #6 Hero Tactics
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Goodberry Games
Windows · Mac
A love letter to oldschool tactics rpgs, assemble a motley band of heroes and fight through gauntlet of battles to save the land from evil.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Party-Based RPG 9.8%
- #7 Legend of Zero
93% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Yunkai
Windows
This is the next installment of Legend of Cina, it's a bit more simple and hopefully you will like it.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, RPG 9%
- #8 Driftbane: The Long Awaited
92% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Pale Reef Games
Windows
A disgraced captain, a wanted murderer, a haunted nurse: three outcasts shipwrecked on shores that shouldn't exist, changed by powers they don't understand. Driftbane is a tactical RPG of grid combat, recruited beast-folk allies, and a creeping corruption killing two worlds.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Party-Based RPG 9.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #9 Vermilion Sea
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Michael Kiang
Windows
Tactical 2D turn-based combat. Upgrade your ship, train your crew, and manage your limited resources to fight the invading pirates... and perhaps an even greater threat from within.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.9%, Tactical RPG 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Party-Based RPG 7.6%
- #10 Legend of Ixtona
91% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: WorldWideSoftwarePub: KEMCO
Windows
Fight turn-based strategy battles and save the kingdom of Ixtona!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, JRPG 10.4%
- #11 Luck & Tactics
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frostbyte Forge
Windows
A turn-based tactics RPG in a world where alchemy is a science. A great war has ended, its outcome decided by a stone of unmatched power. Lead five strangers from once-warring kingdoms across a vast world where position, a well-placed strike, and a measure of luck decide every battle.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Strategy RPG 15%, Party-Based RPG 9.2%
- #12 Shadow Spell Saga: The Winds of Fate
89% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Evan C Weber
Windows
A tactical grid-based RPG set in an original fantasy world. Driven by story, characters, and nostalgic strategy gameplay. 26 chapters, 40+ playable characters, and dozens of secrets to discover.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.1%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%
- #13 Grey Heritage: Counter Gambit
89% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: BTrain Studio
Windows
Grey Heritage: Counter Gambit is the grand finale to the tactical RPG trilogy. Command a massive cast of returning heroes in the series’ most strategic entry yet. Master evolved turn-based combat, guide your army through tactical challenges, and witness the conclusion to every character's story.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, JRPG 10.8%
- #14 Saldyr: Before the Crown Fell
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Saldyria
Windows
A 2D tactical RPG set in an empire on the brink. Lead your soldiers, exploit weapon matchups and break enemy morale. Eight chapters, solo or in co-op for two to three, with different endings shaped by the battles. Play in English, French or Italian.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.7%, Strategy RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, RPG 8.7%
- #15 Celestial of Dolls
87% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: KumaPaw
Windows · Mac
Lead a humanoid squad from a roaming settlement base into a Dyson megastructure built by runaway AI under a binary star system. Fight the AI Guards, the Empire, and the Humanoid Cult, use Scarlet Particles and terrain tricks, and escort Io to rewrite civilization’s fate.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%
- #16 Shieldlinked
86% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Jebbester
Windows
In this turn-based tactical RPG, coordinate your attacks with close allies to overcome the enemy with the unique Link system. Win battles through clever planning, spare opponents to earn their equipment or recruit them to your cause, and resist those who sow division.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.4%, Strategy RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%
- #17 Perfect Steel
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grzegorz Zachar
Windows
Perfect Steel is a turn based strategy RPG inspired by SNES and PSX era classics. It features grid based combat, class system, world map and a story to explore.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Strategy RPG 10%, JRPG 7.3%
- #18 Rise Eterna
86% matchMixed42% of 210 reviews2021
Dev: MakeePub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Follow the story of Lua and unveil the mysteries surrounding her origins in the tactical RPG, reminiscence of the 16-bit era Japanese strategy games. Recruit up to 14 characters with unique abilities and defeat your worst nightmare in epic fights.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, JRPG 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #19 Legend of Snake
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Yunkai
Windows
Another Fire Emblem Clone, this one has a unique spin, overall I consider this an improved version of the previous 2 Legend of games, the game has 3 modes including the classic permanent death mode, it's slightly harder than the previous 2 Legend games I made, hope you enjoy.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.4%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%
- #20 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
84% matchVery Positive88% of 6,367 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 19.7%, Tactical RPG 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, RPG 11.6%, Strategy RPG 11.1%
- #21 Personality Imprint
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 有个朋友工作室
Windows
Personality Imprint is a grid-based tactical RPG where MBTI traits drive your strategic choices. In a dark fantasy dystopia, deep-dive into your squad's personalities, master the Imprint combination, and conquer a constantly shifting battlefield.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 22.3%, Tactical RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19%, Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%
- #22 Curse of Dominion
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lonevale
Windows
Lead captains in grid-based battles across a conquest map where every victory expands your territory and income. Invest in regions, upgrade gear, and build class paths and loyalty bonds in a campaign focused on strategy, growth, and momentum.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.6%, Strategy RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, JRPG 10.5%
- #23 Disgaea 4 Complete+
82% matchVery Positive88% of 895 reviews2020
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The ultimate Disgaea has arrived to Steam! HL-raising action and a horde of special features await you in this tale of fiery revolution.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.4%, Strategy RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, JRPG 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%
- #24 Zanerdin: The Unbound
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sanctuary Games Co., Ltd.
Windows
Zanerdin: The Unbound is a strategy-driven, hero-collecting turn-based RPG where every choice—from your heroes’ action order and party composition to your card and equipment loadouts—is yours to make.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Tactical RPG 16%, RPG 12.5%, Strategy 12%
- #25 Veilfall: True Strength
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lurking Moose Games
Windows
A story-driven fantasy turn-based strategy rpg where players mix-and-match skills, carefully balance their equipment, and manage character deployment to minimize Fatigue.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.8%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Party-Based RPG 7.9%
- #26 Fernageddon
80% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
Do you like to burn things? We do! A combat turn-based RPG / strategy game. About burning down the world... New - Play in Heretic mode and fight a sandbox style fight against the forces of fire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.4%, Strategy RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, RPG 8.1%
- #27 Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds
78% matchVery Positive86% of 348 reviews2024
Dev: Ocelot
Windows
On your maiden voyage with the Heroes Guild, your ship was capsized by an enigmatic maelstrom, stranding your party on Respite Island. Navigate your way through pirates, ferocious beasts, and shady alchemists as you unravel its mysteries.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Strategy RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, JRPG 9.3%
- #28 Disgaea 6 Complete
79% matchMixed64% of 439 reviews2022
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Join Zed on his quest to destroy the God of Destruction in the newest installment of the SRPG series, Disgaea! Join the zany cast for one HL of an adventure and use specialized abilities like Super Reincarnation to battle your way to victory! Disgaea 6 Complete includes all previously released DLC!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.5%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, JRPG 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%
- #29 Dark Deity 3
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
The Eternal Order is back! Build your army, customize your units, and conquer challenging tactical battles. Sinister death cults are spreading and now threaten all of Terrazael. You’ll have to move heaven and earth to win this war - will your army be up to the task?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Strategy RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, RPG 6.2%
- #30 StrayDoll Conflict
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: オートリ電子
Windows
横視点のタクティクス。高所をとって有利に戦局をすすめよう。
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.7%, Strategy RPG 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, JRPG 13.8%, Party-Based RPG 9.9%
- #31 Hellenica
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2017
Dev: The Dragonloft
Windows · Mac
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 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.1%, Strategy RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Strategy 7.7%
- #32 Chronicles of Ultiria
77% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Snowalski Studios LLC
Windows
Chronicles of Ultiria is a classic strategy RPG where you command a diverse cast of characters through turn and grid-based battles. Strategize to overcome enemies, traverse dangerous maps, and unravel the dark plots of the Ultiran Emperor.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.8%, Strategy RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, RPG 8.8%
- #33 Scathefire
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Polykin
Windows
Scathefire is a tactical RPG sandbox-with-a-story. Fight through a handcrafted narrative in the spirit of classic fantasy JRPGs, or step into a brutal sandbox campaign mode with permadeath where every choice matters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, JRPG 9.6%
- #34 Untamed Tactics
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 134 reviews2023
Dev: Grumpy Owl GamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac
Untamed Tactics is a Tactical RPG set in world of colorful animals. Relive the legend of Greycoat’s escape into the untamed Wilds in a tale of lost honor and finding a new home as you fight, talk, and think your way through this beautifully illustrated adventure!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Party-Based RPG 10.6%, Strategy RPG 8.7%
- #35 制服少女
76% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: 小闲
Windows
采用了类似《火焰之纹章》的战棋模式,讲述一个佣兵团帮助人们排忧解难的小游戏。
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Strategy RPG 17.6%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Strategy 13.5%
- #36 RV Kingdom 0x0297
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OOO Moya Oborona
Windows
Save the world from the upcoming demon invasion or join the evil forces! Gather a party of gangsters and kick ass! Explore the world within three years and prepare for the great battle that will change the history forever!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Party-Based RPG 11.3%
- #37 FINAL FANTASY TACTICS - The Ivalice Chronicles
72% matchVery Positive89% of 6,876 reviews2025
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Featuring fully voiced dialogue, beautifully enhanced graphics, and countless gameplay improvements, the genre-defining tactical RPG makes its long-awaited return.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, JRPG 8.5%
- #38 Blooming of Calintea
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Montcabrer Games
Windows
Glory to Calintea’s Great Tournament! Follow Fata and his friends in a Tactics RPG where you fight for the destiny of the nation of Calintea and unveil the secrets hidden beneath its roots.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.8%, RPG 15.4%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%
- #39 Hibera, Requiem for the Forgotten
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bad Juice Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
War looms, and your allies need you. Fight your way through strife and turmoil on both sides of a conflict that threatens the continent of Hibera in this Strategy RPG, featuring a sweeping story, memorable characters, classic weapon triangle combat, and stakes with irreversible consequences.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.5%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy 8%
- #40 STARDUST: Wish of Witch
71% matchVery Positive82% of 817 reviews2026
Dev: Kniv Studio Co., Ltd.Pub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
STARDUST: Wish of Witch is a single-player SRPG beautifully crafted in pixel art. Follow the secret of the wish-granting star and join the adventure of the girl “Star” and the mage “Yu”.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, JRPG 9.2%
- #41 Moons of True Magic
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Filthy Peasants
Windows
MOTM is a classic JRPG, heavy focused on story line, puzzle and combat.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 18.4%, Tactical RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Party-Based RPG 11%
- #42 Protostar Twilight
73% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Tactical ElysiumPub: holo Indie
Windows
Protostar twilight is a fan-made HoloStars EN SRPG. This game includes art entirely made by our extremely talented team, enticing battles, a completely original story, music, and items. This game is available to play only on Windows.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, RPG 7.3%
- #43 Monads II
74% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Team Monad
Windows
The second work following [Monads], released in 2019.This is a puzzle-tactics game without RNGs, so you can revert your action anytime. Find your own solution of prepared stages, following the story of 6 protagonists.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.5%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, RPG 8.8%
- #44 GeneWars
72% matchPositive100% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: Maker製造機Pub: RMAsia
Windows · Mac · Linux
Gene Wars is a WarSong(Langrisser) like turn-based game . You will lead the army of cells to fight for the jihad of creating life. Train soldiers and characters, master the combat between arms and defeat the enemy on the battlefield!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Strategy RPG 16.7%, Tactical RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, JRPG 9.1%
- #45 Verdant Requiem
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Med.y.m
Windows
“SRPG in Search of Balance" On a continent where three nations’ ideals clash, what will you choose, and what will you protect? Verdant Requiem is a SRPG about a war for balance beyond good and evil, featuring detailed 2D maps, branching storylines, resource management, and elemental balance.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.6%, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, JRPG 11.7%
- #46 Crystal Horizons
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Whirlwind
Windows
Lead your band of sky pirates on a tactical adventure across the floating islands of Sazdemir! A Tactics RPG inspired by legends of old, with fresh new ideas. Build your crew from a variety of unique and technical classes, master Elemental Reactions on the field, and execute masterful strategies!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, JRPG 8.4%
- #47 100th Bug Brigade
70% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: Aidan AndreasenPub: Varick Santana
Windows
100th Bug Brigade is an accessible, story-rich, tactical, team-based roleplaying game featuring very cute bugs in a very uncute time.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Party-Based RPG 10.5%
- #48 The White Raven
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GatherRound StudiosPub: Curve Games
Windows
The race to choose a new true god has dawned upon us, and you are its final candidate. Raise or raze settlements, and decide who friend or foe is, as you seek out the 7 False God acolytes that hold the key to your ascension in this party-based, story rich RPG.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Party-Based RPG 10.7%
- #49 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,630 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 30.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.3%, Strategy RPG 19.7%, RPG 7.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.6%
- #50 Banner Tactics
69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Moondolino
Windows
Deploy your soldiers to the battlefield, outwit enemy pursuit, and train powerful troops to carry out missions for survival.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.5%, Strategy RPG 20.1%, Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, RPG 7.4%
- #51 Celestial Descends
67% matchVery Positive87% of 249 reviews2026
Dev: Destined Game Studio
Windows
Celestial beings see mortals as pawns—but you were never meant to exist on destiny's board. Recruit 15 companions, lead them through warring factions and hidden realms in tactical grid combat. Deep build-crafting fuels brain-burning strategy. 30+ hours in Early Access, updated through launch.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.8%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Strategy 6.9%
- #52 The Seventh Variable 第七变量
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crystal Depths Studio
Windows
Infiltrate Shuangqing City, a cyberpunk metropolis. As a mercenary, plan your base by day and execute high-stakes contracts by night. Use your hacking skills to tip the balance of power among three factions and shape the city's future.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Strategy RPG 16%, Tactical RPG 15.9%, Strategy 12%, JRPG 10.9%
- #53 The Simple Balance
67% matchMostly Negative36% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: deCode GmbH
Windows
„The Simple Balance“ is a tactical turn-based RPG. Explore a dark fantasy world and defeat enemies with magic spells, mighty weapons, and learned abilitys. Manage your team and deploy them promisingly to win the battle. Find out what is going on in this mysterious world and why you are here.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.6%, Strategy RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Character Customization 6.9%
- #54 Warriors Heaven
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MajinSweet Productions
Windows
Warriors Heaven is a turn based RPG with an arcade style game flow. Select your characters, buy their items, customize their weapons, and win as many battles as possible to get a high score. Various game modes and a deep, dynamic combat system allows for a well of player expression and replay value.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, JRPG 10.6%
- #55 Spellpowder: Uprising
67% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Rogandir Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Witness the Uprising - a rebellion seeking to overthrow the noble rule - in this strategy RPG set in a steampunk fantasy world. Create your character, form a party of trusted companions, and bring justice to a world torn by conflict through tactical turn-based battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Strategy RPG 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Party-Based RPG 9.4%
- #56 列传:革新战争
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 231 reviews2021
Dev: Ash Game Studio
Windows
《列传:革新战争》是灰烬游戏工作室出品的战棋游戏。游戏为SRPG类型,加入了华丽的技能演出与深度的战斗系统。游戏以幻想中世纪为舞台,编写了三十万字以上,“王道中的邪道式”新颖故事。相信喜欢日式SRPG、JPRG的玩家一定会喜欢本作。
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.9%, Strategy RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, JRPG 11.6%
- #57 Dark Deity 2
65% matchVery Positive89% of 1,759 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%, Party-Based RPG 6.9%
- #58 Soul Dier - Part 1
66% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: GaweholdPub: Ponpoppocpok Software
Windows
Soul Dier is a story-driven turn-based tactical JRPG. Non-repetitive hand-crafted levels with vastly different themes. Challenging but fair gameplay with unique level mechanics. Simple progression system with 0 grinding. All animated cutscenes to explore a mysterious world with vivid characters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Party-Based RPG 9.7%
- #59 War of Velana
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Loreweaver Creativeworks
Windows
War of Velana is a 16-bit Tactical JRPG where you play as a group of villagers that stumble upon curious events and try to prevent a new war from sparking in their homeland. Explore Alta, find new friends, and discover secrets as they chase after a mysterious elven woman with dark magic.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.8%, Strategy RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, JRPG 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%