Games Like Tower of Time

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 27.8% ★, Party-Based RPG 19.3%, Isometric 16.6%, RPG 11.2%, CRPG 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential isometric CRPG that features the same tactical pause-and-play combat and rich world-building found in Tower of Time.

Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 27% ★, Isometric 18.3%, RPG 12.6%, CRPG 10.6%, Party-Based RPG 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique perspective on tactical combat with a heavy emphasis on narrative consequences and party management.

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 26.6% ★, Real Time Tactics 15.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.5%, Isometric 9.8%, Lore-Rich 9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern party-based RPG that emphasizes tactical combat and dungeon exploration with a distinct steampunk-fantasy aesthetic.

Masquerada is a single-player tactical RPG set in a Renaissance-inspired city of magic, where real-time combat can be paused to set up elemental combos powered by Venetian-styled masks. Come for gorgeous hand-drawn art; stay for the rich lore & a thoughtful, fully-voiced tale of intrigue & tragedy.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 38.8% ★, Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Isometric 13.3%, Lore-Rich 11.6%, RPG 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a tactical pause-and-play combat system centered on party synergy and positioning in an isometric view.

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 38.5% ★, Party-Based RPG 27.1%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 8.6%, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the gold standard for party-based, real-time-with-pause tactical combat and deep narrative choices.

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: Isometric 31.9%, CRPG 18.5%, RPG 11.1%, Strategy 11%, Fantasy 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly deep tactical experience with the option to play in real-time-with-pause, perfect for fans of complex party builds.

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 55.4% ★, RPG 10.5%, Strategy 10%, Party-Based RPG 9.7%, Fantasy 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on tactical, real-time-with-pause combat that feels very similar to the fast-paced, ability-driven encounters in Tower of Time.

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: Real-Time 31.6% ★, Isometric 21.6%, RPG 15%, Party-Based RPG 14.6%, CRPG 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique party-swapping mechanic that adds a tactical layer to its isometric action-RPG combat.

Torment: Tides of Numenera is the thematic successor to Planescape: Torment, one of the most critically acclaimed role-playing games of all time. Immerse yourself in a single-player, isometric, story-driven RPG set in Monte Cook’s Numenera universe. What does one life matter? Find your answer.

Why similar: Isometric 25.4%, RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based 13.5%, CRPG 11.6%, Party-Based RPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Prioritizes deep, lore-rich storytelling and complex world-building within an isometric RPG framework.

Return to a timeless RPG masterpiece. Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Edition brings the classic 2000 adventure back to life with thoughtful modern refinements, letting you gather your party and dive once more into a rich, choice‑driven fantasy epic.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 34.2% ★, Party-Based RPG 19.8%, Isometric 11.9%, CRPG 8.2%, RPG 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic party-based RPG that established the tactical depth and isometric exploration many modern games emulate.

The frozen classic returns. Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition preserves the spirit of the original adventure while refining it for modern players, letting you build a party of Dungeons & Dragons heroes and brave the harsh, haunting beauty of the Spine of the World.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 29.8% ★, Party-Based RPG 23.3%, Isometric 12%, CRPG 9.6%, RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the dungeon-crawling experience and managing a party through challenging tactical encounters.

Black Geyser is an isometric, party-based fantasy RPG inspired by genre classics. Recruit characters with unique personalities and explore a land ravaged by civil war and a mysterious curse of greed. Your choices, good or evil, will decide the fate of the Kingdom of Isilmerald.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 39.6% ★, Party-Based RPG 21.6%, Isometric 14.4%, CRPG 8.7%, RPG 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric party-based RPG that leans into the classic real-time-with-pause combat style.

Uncover secrets of past lives in this story-rich, tactical roleplaying game set in Sigil, a dark fantasy city at the heart of the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse. Explore the planes, survive combat alongside a party of bizarre companions, and solve puzzles unlike any ever seen in the genre.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 36.5% ★, Isometric 17.1%, CRPG 10.6%, RPG 8.1%, Story Rich 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative masterpiece that provides the same level of deep, text-heavy world-building found in Tower of Time.

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: Party-Based RPG 22%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Isometric 17.2%, Lore-Rich 10%, CRPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical, grid-based combat with a dark, story-rich narrative that forces difficult choices.

SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!

Why similar: RPG 27.3%, Strategy 20.3%, Fantasy 14.8%, Isometric 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends real-time strategy elements with party-based RPG combat, offering a similar tactical feel to the seed game.

Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.

Why similar: Turn-Based 43.4%, RPG 17.5%, Isometric 11.5%, Fantasy 7.1%, CRPG 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers exceptional party-based tactical combat, though it uses a turn-based system that rewards the same strategic thinking as the seed game.

Ember is a homage to classic role-playing games (RPG) that features a deep branching story, endless exploration across dynamic and living environments, a robust skill system, and an intricate crafting system.

Why similar: Isometric 24.4%, Real-Time with Pause 20.6% ★, RPG 16.4%, Fantasy 11.3%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: An isometric party-based RPG that emphasizes real-time combat and exploration in a fantasy setting.

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: Turn-Based 53.5%, Isometric 15.7%, Strategy 10.3%, RPG 7.8%, Fantasy 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly tactical, party-based combat experience that feels like a series of challenging puzzles.

A tactical roguelike RPG inspired by our favorite tabletop games that lets you create any ability, item, villain, hero, and game imaginable.

Why similar: Turn-Based 34.7%, Party-Based RPG 20.3%, RPG 11.9%, Strategy 11.2%, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on dungeon crawling and party customization with a unique visual style.

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: Turn-Based 21.9%, Party-Based RPG 21%, Lore-Rich 14.2%, CRPG 7.9%, Dungeon Crawler 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based RPG that features tactical combat and exploration, focusing on managing your team's strengths.

Escape the Mad Empire is a party-based, rogue-like dungeon crawler with intense and deeply tactical combat. Overcome the challenges as a band of heroes, and preserve their lives and sanity by managing resources and growing your base. Can you Escape the Mad Empire?

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 35.6% ★, Party-Based RPG 21.8%, Isometric 13.7%, CRPG 8.6%, Dungeon Crawler 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical party-based dungeon crawler that emphasizes strategic combat and party survival.

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: Real-Time with Pause 35.5% ★, RPG 20.3%, Party-Based RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based 9.5%, Fantasy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic party-based RPG that features real-time-with-pause combat and a strong focus on adventure.

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: Turn-Based 38.7%, Isometric 17.2%, RPG 11%, Dungeon Crawler 10.1%, Strategy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical dungeon crawler that focuses on party management and strategic positioning during combat.

A deep party-based RPG. Crawl dungeons. Battle monsters with your weapons, spells, abilities. Utilize the 'time flows as you move' system to make decisions. Loot, level up, craft, develop your town. Unlock new classes and races, spells, items - to make a party able survive the hardest challenges.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 44.2%, RPG 27.3%, Fantasy 23.7%, Singleplayer 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the dungeon-crawling experience with tactical elements and procedural generation.

Embark on an epic adventure to rise to power in this new Real-Time-With-Pause medieval fantasy RPG that combines action and strategy mechanics. Fight a lot, explore, choose how you fight, configure your abilities, create powerful builds and combos. Awaken your true power!

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 39.3% ★, Party-Based RPG 26.1%, RPG 7.4%, CRPG 6.7%, Fantasy 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RPG that focuses on tactical combat and magic-based party synergy.

A Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Dive in an off-beat universe, manage your team and craft mighty gear to equip them! Build your own dungeon by hiding traps and monsters in your galleries, then challenge other players to clean it!

Why similar: Turn-Based 43.8%, Dungeon Crawler 17.1%, Strategy 11.4%, RPG 11.1%, Fantasy 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon-crawler that emphasizes tactical combat and party management in a lighthearted, roguelite-inspired format.

Age of Reforging: The Freelands is a medieval high-freedom sandbox adventure CRPG. You'll be a reforger in the freelands chosen by the Goddess to embark on a medieval adventure tour at your own pace, gathering teammates, fighting for survival, and craft your unique legend!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 32.7%, Real Time Tactics 25.1%, RPG 8%, Strategy 7.9%, Dungeon Crawler 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world tactical RPG that allows for exploration and strategic party development.

Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world.

Why similar: Turn-Based 27.8%, Party-Based RPG 19.2%, RPG 10.7%, Strategy 9%, Isometric 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: An old-school party-based RPG that features tactical combat and a large world to explore.

Earthlock is an indie developed, adventure RPG inspired by the classic 3D RPGs of the late 90's, with a fresh take on turn based combat and character progression.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.2%, Party-Based RPG 19%, RPG 15.8%, Strategy 13.1%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A party-based RPG that features tactical combat and a focus on adventure and exploration.

In this tactical combat & dungeon crawler mash-up, explore a massive dungeon, full of danger, mystery and secrets. Fight your way through hordes of enemies and powerful creatures, with your tank, healer & damage dealers party.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 42.3% ★, Party-Based RPG 21.5%, Dungeon Crawler 10.7%, RPG 8.2%, Strategy 6.9%

Manually trigger every ability in Real-Time in this Party-Based Extraction RPG. Manage cooldowns and react to enemy mechanics. Loot resources to complete quests, craft powerful gear, and combine skills. The world has fallen into the grasp of a creature that erases everything, even thoughts.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 39.4% ★, Party-Based RPG 30.8%, Dungeon Crawler 8.6%, RPG 6.5%, CRPG 6.5%

Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!

Why similar: Turn-Based 40.9%, Party-Based RPG 20%, Strategy 13.7%, RPG 11.6%, Dungeon Crawler 6.9%

Dungeon of Dragon Knight is a retro dungeon crawler RPG in modern visual design. Pointed by a mysterious witch, your party will descend into a dungeon with traps and monsters in search of the evil Dragon Knight and his treasure weapon. Or, are you fooled by the witch?

Why similar: Real-Time 33.1% ★, Party-Based RPG 26.8%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%, RPG 8.6%, Fantasy 6%

Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat.

Why similar: Turn-Based 31.6%, Party-Based RPG 24.7%, RPG 11.1%, Dungeon Crawler 9.6%, CRPG 6.6%

Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location and the verticality of the battle field in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.1 Ruleset. In Solasta, you make the choices, dice decide your destiny.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 42.2%, CRPG 16.1%, RPG 12.3%, Fantasy 11.8%, Story Rich 11.4%

ARE YOU READY FOR CLASSIC REALTIME TACTICS? Be the nameless heroine in the wastelands of DUSTWIND's story campaign or find with two friends a new home or fight against and with human players in the elaborate Multiplayer mode or design your very own story campaigns and maps in the mighty map editor!

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 34.5% ★, Real Time Tactics 21.4%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, Isometric 14.3%, Strategy 4.6%

Blade Prince Academy is a new take on tactical RPGs, where you lead your squad of Blade Princes to defend the city of Abjectalia in real-time with pause combat. Use your team's power to devastate any threat, but be vigilant, there is always a price to pay when you make a pact with darkness.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 37.5% ★, Real Time Tactics 23%, Party-Based RPG 17.7%, Strategy 5.7%, Lore-Rich 5.4%

Explore the subterranean depths in this first-person dungeon crawler with real-time combat, a unique rune magic system, exploration, and puzzle solving. This game will awaken memories of what made old-school dungeons so much fun to play while you fight, hunt for hidden treasures, and avoid deadly traps.

Why similar: Real-Time 67.6% ★, Dungeon Crawler 10.8%, RPG 8.2%, Fantasy 7.6%, Adventure 2.5%

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: Turn-Based 33.6%, Party-Based RPG 28%, Isometric 15.5%, RPG 8.4%, Strategy 8%

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 23.3%, Turn-Based 23%, Isometric 15.3%, RPG 9.7%, Strategy 9%

Aeon of Sands – The Trail is a roleplaying game set in a post-apocalyptic desert world. It combines real-time exploration gameplay with classic gamebooks where you create your very own non-linear story adventure.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.6%, Real-Time 23.1% ★, Dungeon Crawler 12.4%, RPG 12.3%, CRPG 8.7%

All You Need Is Heal! Monsters have cornered you in the dungeon corridors. As a newly hired Priest, your duties are to use your magical abilities to heal your comrade, a Knight on the front-line, and provide support during battle. Will these two brave souls live to see the light of day again?

Why similar: Real-Time 57.7% ★, Dungeon Crawler 10.3%, Strategy 8.9%, RPG 8.4%, Fantasy 5.4%

StarCrawlers is a modern take on a classic cRPG dungeon crawler set in a gritty spacepunk universe. Build a crew of renegade adventurers on the fringes of space, taking jobs from megacorps to hunt bounties, sabotage rivals and conduct corporate espionage.

Why similar: Turn-Based 29.7%, Dungeon Crawler 20.2%, RPG 17.7%, CRPG 13.9%, Party-Based RPG 11.7%

Vaporum is a grid-based dungeon crawler RPG in an original steampunk setting, inspired by old-school classics of the genre. Stranded in the middle of an ocean, in front of a gigantic tower, the hero has to find out what the place is, what happened there, and most importantly, who he is.

Why similar: Real-Time 48.3% ★, CRPG 14.3%, Dungeon Crawler 11.4%, RPG 8.5%, Fantasy 7.3%

Step into the epic world of Descent with the first fantasy co-op tactical RPG forged from the legendary dungeon crawling board game. Lead a company of fearless heroes across Terrinoth®, survive against epic boss battles in turn-based combat, and settle the fate of a world facing unending darkness.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 20.6%, RPG 14.8%, Lore-Rich 12.2%, Strategy 10.3%, CRPG 10.1%

Emberlight is a true roguelite dungeon crawler, set in a world where the Gods have given you a great gift - and a great curse. Explore procedurally generated dungeons as a Knight of the Ember Order. Conquer the quests set out before your party, and uncover the lore of the land.

Why similar: Turn-Based 35%, RPG 16.5%, Strategy 15.4%, Isometric 14.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.1%

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: Turn-Based 36.9%, Party-Based RPG 26.5%, RPG 17.4%, Strategy 15.1%, Indie 4%

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.3%, RPG 23.5%, Dungeon Crawler 12.1%, Fantasy 8.7%, Isometric 7.1%

TimeMelters is a strategy hero defense where every run generates a new timeline

Why similar: Real Time Tactics 61.5%, Strategy 13%, Fantasy 12%, Story Rich 10.5%, Indie 3%

RLLL: Tower of Choices blends party-based RPG, deck-building, and roguelite elements. Roll dice to move, make choices that matter, and build your perfect party through class advancement and companion recruitment. Discover powerful synergies between artifacts and skills with each new run.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.7%, CRPG 25.9%, Strategy 20.4%, Fantasy 18.5%, RPG 8.5%

Huge, old-school, indie fantasy role-playing adventure. Features an epic story and tactical, turn-based combat. Explore cunning dungeons, hunt for 100s of magical artifacts, and use dozens of magical abilities. Many different endings. Will you save your people or betray them? It's up to you.

Why similar: Isometric 21.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based 16%, RPG 12.4%, CRPG 9.4%

Infinite Adventures® is a turn-based, first-person dungeon crawler with deep party customization, strategic combat, and a fully voiced story. Inspired by classic RPGs for a nostalgic yet modern gameplay experience. Assemble your party and explore the Labyrinth to discover the truths of your past.

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 36.4%, Turn-Based 27.5%, Dungeon Crawler 11.7%, RPG 8.1%, Story Rich 7.2%

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: Real-Time with Pause 30.5% ★, Isometric 26.3%, RPG 19.2%, Fantasy 9.4%, CRPG 5.8%

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: Turn-Based 31.9%, Party-Based RPG 30.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.7%, RPG 6.8%, Strategy 6.8%

Iron Danger is a tactical combat puzzler with a unique time manipulation mechanic. A never before seen combination that blends the tactical depth of turn-based games with the exciting action of real-time games.

Why similar: Isometric 42.5%, Strategy 16.3%, RPG 14.3%, Story Rich 14.1%, Fantasy 12.8%

Heroic strategy RPG with deep solo campaign and real-time head to head battles!

Why similar: Party-Based RPG 40.2%, Turn-Based 31.9%, RPG 17.1%, Strategy 8.5%, Adventure 2.4%

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: Turn-Based 43.8%, RPG 14.6%, Strategy 9%, Dungeon Crawler 8.6%, Fantasy 4.8%

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: Party-Based RPG 26.8%, Lore-Rich 20.6%, Story Rich 13.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.3%, Fantasy 10.3%

Tower Realm is a high-strategy Magic Tower RPG collection with fixed maps and stats, auto turn-based battles, and precise resource-route planning. Clear hardcore with no supplies, or use the Green Key to lower difficulty. Earn clear points to unlock custom challenges.

Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, RPG 31.9%, Dungeon Crawler 16.4%, Adventure 14.4%, Indie 2.5%