- #1 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
97% matchVery Positive88% of 6,240 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 18.2%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based 11.7%, Strategy RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a class-based system and tactical depth that closely mirrors the build-crafting complexity found in Troubleshooter.
- #2 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,357 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 27.7%, Strategy RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Turn-Based 9.5%, JRPG 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive tactical RPG that provides deep party management and a branching narrative similar to the Troubleshooter experience.
- #3 Disgaea 5 Complete
96% matchVery Positive87% of 3,529 reviews2018
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 42.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The nefarious Overlord Void Dark seeks to enslave countless Netherworlds...and only the young demon Killia can stop him! Assemble your tenacious army of rebels and unleash vengeance in this hell-raising adventure! The stakes are high, the damage cap is higher, and the destruction is limitless!
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, JRPG 15.1%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Strategy RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features unparalleled character progression and stat-crunching depth for players who love optimizing their party members.
- #4 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
95% matchVery Positive95% of 14,248 reviews2022
Dev: Dancing Dragon GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.7 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: Tactical RPG 26.2%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Party-Based RPG 10.3%, Lore-Rich 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an expansive army-building experience with deep customization options for every unit.
- #5 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,531 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Strategy RPG 27%, Turn-Based Tactics 27%, JRPG 16.9%, Tactical RPG 8.8%, RPG 6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides high-stakes tactical combat combined with a mature, choice-driven narrative that feels like a natural progression from Troubleshooter.
- #6 Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
94% matchVery Positive87% of 6,923 reviews2018
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Continent Engulfed in the Bitter Flames of War! Commander Claude Wallace and his childhood friends set out to fight in a desperate war, but bone-chilling blizzards, waves of imperial soldiers, and the godlike powers of the Valkyria stand between them and victory.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.9%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, JRPG 10.9%, Tactical RPG 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Blends unique tactical grid combat with a strong anime aesthetic and character-focused storytelling.
- #7 Wildermyth
93% matchVery Positive95% of 18,060 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.3 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 26.9%, Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Turn-Based 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical turn-based combat with procedural storytelling that makes every party member feel unique and personal.
- #8 Chrono Ark
91% matchVery Positive91% of 13,325 reviews2024
Dev: Al Fine
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Chrono Ark is a singleplayer roguelike that combines elements from deckbuilders and party-based RPGs. Recruit, train, and build a team of unique Investigators to restore the Twisted World!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19%, Anime 18.6%, Turn-Based 14.3%, RPG 13.2%, Strategy 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique party-based combat system that requires deep tactical thinking and team synergy.
- #9 Arcadian Atlas
92% matchMixed54% of 184 reviews2023
Dev: Twin Otter StudiosPub: Serenity Forge
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 15.7%, Turn-Based 14.6%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, CRPG 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style tactical RPG that emphasizes grid-based positioning and diverse character classes.
- #10 Jagged Alliance 3
91% matchVery Positive89% of 14,231 reviews2023
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.8%, Tactical RPG 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Strategy RPG 11%
Why You'll Like It: Features complex tactical combat and squad management that will appeal to fans of Troubleshooter's mission-based structure.
- #11 Wartales
89% matchVery Positive87% of 34,222 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on open-world party management and deep character progression that rewards strategic decision-making.
- #12 XCOM® 2
90% matchVery Positive85% of 107,051 reviews2016
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 61.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity.
Why similar: Turn-Based 29.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for tactical grid combat, offering deep squad management and high-stakes missions that demand careful planning.
- #13 Star Renegades
89% matchVery Positive83% of 2,997 reviews2020
Dev: Massive Damage, Inc.Pub: Raw Fury
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Star Renegades is a dimension spanning rogue-lite strategy RPG. Outsmart uniquely generated adversaries, forge bonds between heroes and end the cycle!
Why similar: Turn-Based 24%, Tactical RPG 22.3%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, JRPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly polished turn-based combat system with a focus on timeline manipulation and tactical depth.
- #14 Fae Tactics
88% matchVery Positive85% of 1,708 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.0 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: Turn-Based Tactics 29.2%, Turn-Based 18.9%, RPG 12.2%, Tactical RPG 10.8%, Strategy 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant tactical RPG that rewards creative use of elemental synergies and character positioning.
- #15 Dark Deity
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,983 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.5 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: Strategy RPG 13.5%, Tactical RPG 13.3%, Party-Based RPG 12.6%, JRPG 10.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%
Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG that focuses on unit growth and challenging turn-based encounters.
- #16 Utawarerumono: Prelude to the Fallen
86% matchVery Positive94% of 1,340 reviews2021
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 135.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The first game in the Utawarerumono trilogy of story-rich tactics RPGs. Into a world filled with verdant nature, populated by folk with fluffy ears and fuzzy tails, awakens Hakuowlo, a man of masked mien and missing memory.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Lore-Rich 14.5%, Tactical RPG 14.3%, Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Perfect for those who enjoy a strong narrative-heavy tactical RPG with anime-inspired character designs.
- #17 Banner of the Maid
85% matchVery Positive87% of 8,133 reviews2019
Dev: Azure Flame StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 20.3%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, JRPG 9.9%, Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A historical tactical RPG that features complex battlefield mechanics and a strong focus on unit management.
- #18 Langrisser I & II
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 925 reviews2020
Dev: Chara-ani CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II.
Why similar: RPG 17.1%, Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, JRPG 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Classic tactical RPGs that offer deep unit customization and strategic battlefield management.
- #19 Super Robot Wars 30
84% matchVery Positive86% of 6,369 reviews2021
Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 58.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
30 years on, the battle for our world's future continues. Super Robot Wars is a tactical RPG that brings characters and robots from a variety of mecha anime together to battle their mutual foes.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.1%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, JRPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a spectacle-filled tactical experience with deep customization for a massive roster of mechs and pilots.
- #20 Lost Eidolons
84% matchMixed69% of 2,301 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based 12.9%, JRPG 12.5%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Party-Based RPG 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical RPG that emphasizes character development and strategic combat maneuvers.
- #21 Fuga: Melodies of Steel
82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,215 reviews2021
Dev: CyberConnect2
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 15.9%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, JRPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique party management system where character relationships directly impact tactical performance.
- #22 Wintermoor Tactics Club
83% matchVery Positive88% of 643 reviews2020
Dev: EVC GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wintermoor Tactics Club is a story about surviving high school, with gameplay inspired by tactics RPGs and visual novels.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a charming tactical RPG experience that balances grid-based combat with a lighthearted narrative.
- #23 Untamed Tactics
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 132 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 23.4%, Party-Based RPG 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Strategy RPG 9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical combat with a focus on party-based synergies and character-driven progression.
- #24 Noob - The Factionless
81% matchVery Positive82% of 1,111 reviews2023
Dev: BlackPixel StudioPub: Olydri Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds!
Why similar: CRPG 14.8%, Tactical RPG 12.9%, Party-Based RPG 11.6%, Strategy RPG 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that captures the spirit of classic turn-based strategy games.
- #25 Dream Tactics
79% matchVery Positive93% of 631 reviews2024
Dev: Spectra Entertainment Inc.Pub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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 18.8%, Strategy RPG 15%, JRPG 15%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical RPG gameplay with deckbuilding elements for a fresh take on turn-based strategy.
- #26 Our Adventurer Guild
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,084 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?
Why similar: Party-Based RPG 26.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Tactical RPG 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%
- #27 Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG
80% matchVery Positive86% of 392 reviews2016
Dev: MokyuSoftPub: Culture Select
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 16.9%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Strategy RPG 13%, JRPG 9.5%, Anime 9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on anime-themed tactical combat with a large variety of units to collect and customize.
- #28 Home Behind 2
77% matchVery Positive87% of 7,178 reviews2022
Dev: TPP StudioPub: Spiral Up Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.7 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: Turn-Based 26.2%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, RPG 11.2%, Strategy 10.6%
- #29 Rise Eterna
81% matchMixed43% of 203 reviews2021
Dev: MakeePub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
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 21.2%, JRPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Strategy RPG 11.2%, Party-Based RPG 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward tactical RPG that pays homage to the genre's roots with a focus on unit management.
- #30 Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition
79% matchVery Positive87% of 4,767 reviews2015
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition is the capstone title in Harebrained Schemes' Shadowrun series - and now includes the all-new, 6+ hr Shadows of Hong Kong Bonus Campaign. Experience the most impressive Shadowrun RPG yet, hailed as one of the best cRPG / strategy games of 2015!
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.8%, CRPG 18.4%, RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines deep CRPG narrative elements with tactical turn-based combat in a unique setting.
- #31 Gears Tactics
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,500 reviews2020
Dev: Splash DamagePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Gears Tactics is the fast-paced, turn-based strategy game from one of the most-acclaimed video game franchises – Gears of War. Outnumbered and fighting for survival, recruit and command your squad to hunt down an evil mastermind who makes monsters.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 33.4%, Strategy 21.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.7%, RPG 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-quality tactical game that focuses on aggressive positioning and squad synergy.
- #32 Phantom Brave PC
78% matchVery Positive85% of 682 reviews2016
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In the world of Ivoire lives Marona, an orphan with the ability to speak with phantoms. Though shunned by society, she believes in helping others. With her phantom companion Ash, Marona aims to purchase the mysterious Phantom Isle.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.5%, JRPG 18.3%, Tactical RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly unconventional tactical system with deep customization that will satisfy fans of complex RPG mechanics.
- #33 Battle Chasers: Nightwar
76% matchVery Positive87% of 7,312 reviews2017
Dev: Airship SyndicatePub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 Combat 33.1%, JRPG 24%, Turn-Based 20.2%, RPG 16.5%, Atmospheric 3.7%
- #34 Quest for the Golden Candelabra
74% matchVery Positive98% of 322 reviews2023
Dev: Dawnsbury Studios
Windows
Lead a group of childhood friends in a series of difficult encounters played under the rules of PF2E, the second edition of a powerful tabletop OGL ruleset.
Why similar: CRPG 20%, Tactical RPG 18.5%, Party-Based RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%
- #35 XCOM®: Chimera Squad
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 23,227 reviews2020
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
XCOM: Chimera Squad delivers an all-new story and turn-based tactical combat experience in the XCOM universe.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.5%, Turn-Based 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Combat 3.9%
- #36 SUPER ROBOT WARS Y
72% matchVery Positive84% of 2,530 reviews2025
Dev: Bandai Namco Forge Digitals Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 41.4 hrsMean: 67.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Super Robot Wars is a grid-based tactical combat RPG that brings units and pilots from a variety of anime together to battle their mutual foes. Rise, Unite, and Triumph!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.1%, JRPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%
- #37 ARIA CHRONICLE
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,157 reviews2020
Dev: STUDIO N9Pub: HIKE Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Randomized dungeons, strategic battles, diverse growth factors, unique characters... ARIA CHRONICLE offers an unparalleled gaming experience. Let’s set out to help the Princess of Tamageria!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.3%, Party-Based RPG 17.7%, JRPG 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10%
- #38 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
74% matchVery Positive95% of 5,775 reviews2017
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 15.2 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
Why similar: JRPG 33.7%, Turn-Based 25.6%, Anime 10.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, RPG 8.8%
- #39 Dawnsbury Days
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 865 reviews2024
Dev: Dawnsbury Studios
Windows
Lead a group of childhood friends through their first adventures in a turn-based tactical RPG played under the rules of PF2E, the second edition of a powerful OGL ruleset. Customize their builds, acquire loot and level up, and ultimately defeat the sinister enemies who threaten your hometown.
Why similar: CRPG 21.5%, Tactical RPG 18.9%, Party-Based RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%
- #40 Dark Deity 2
71% matchVery Positive91% of 1,474 reviews2025
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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 17.6%, Tactical RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Party-Based RPG 11.7%, Lore-Rich 11.1%
- #41 Gordian Quest
72% matchVery Positive89% of 5,923 reviews2022
Dev: Mixed Realms Pte Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.
Why similar: Turn-Based 26%, Party-Based RPG 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%
- #42 NEOVERSE
73% matchVery Positive84% of 3,753 reviews2020
Dev: Tinogames Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Neoverse is a beautiful, fantastic game consisting of adventures with thrilling challenges. It is a strategic, action, rogue-lite, deck building game that will test the player’s skill. Start an adventure with unique heroes to save the world along various timelines.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.2%, JRPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Anime 6.9%
- #43 Trials of Fire
73% matchVery Positive86% of 3,239 reviews2021
Dev: Whatboy Games
Windows
Median: 7.0 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: Tactical RPG 25.1%, Turn-Based 23.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 6.5%
- #44 Tyrant's Blessing
73% matchMostly Positive70% of 358 reviews2022
Dev: Mercury Game StudioPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
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 23%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, JRPG 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%
- #45 The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily
69% matchVery Positive86% of 1,393 reviews2025
Dev: Alliance Arts
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily is a turn-based strategy game. Framed for murdering the Emperor, villainess Scarlet and Lily, fight the Empire as the first Streamers in history. Capture every enemy and turn them into allies for a happy ending... Or execute everyone and become the Demon Queen!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Strategy RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Female Protagonist 10.2%
- #46 Limbus Company
70% matchVery Positive88% of 99,908 reviews2023
Dev: ProjectMoon
Windows
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 198.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Strategy RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #47 Vanaris Tactics
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 170 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 24.7%, Strategy RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, RPG 6.2%
- #48 Grimshade
71% 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: Turn-Based 14.7%, Party-Based RPG 13.7%, Tactical RPG 13%, Strategy RPG 10.5%, JRPG 10%
- #49 Ash of Gods: Redemption
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,435 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: CRPG 13.8%, Tactical RPG 13.7%, Party-Based RPG 13%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Turn-Based 10.7%
- #50 Akumi Wars
67% matchVery Positive89% of 73 reviews2024
Dev: Miltonius Arts, LLC
Windows
Calling all Bounty hunters! Akumi Wars is a turn-based RPG. Build your own party of irresponsible misfit heroes and delve into an epic world story with the ultimate goal of... avoiding needing to work retail. Armed with guns, magic, and a distracting amount of leg, hop on your ship for adventure!
Why similar: CRPG 18.7%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Party-Based RPG 15.9%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #51 Anomaly Collapse
66% matchVery Positive86% of 634 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: Turn-Based 24.4%, Party-Based RPG 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%
- #52 Demonschool
64% matchVery Positive93% of 957 reviews2025
Dev: Necrosoft GamesPub: Ysbryd Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Demonschool is a new-style tactics RPG where motion equals action. Defeat big weirdos in between the human and demon worlds as Faye and her misfit companions, while navigating university life on a mysterious island.
Why similar: JRPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Anime 6.6%
- #53 Labyrinth of Refrain: Coven of Dusk
69% matchVery Positive80% of 1,404 reviews2018
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Beneath a small town lies an endless maze known as the Labyrinth of Refrain. Dusk Witch Dronya arrives, and with her puppet soldiers, endeavors to find something buried deep within. Embark on an adventure as you discover the secrets underground.
Why similar: JRPG 26.4%, Turn-Based 18.9%, RPG 13.2%, Party-Based RPG 12.7%, Anime 11%
- #54 Dice Gambit
64% matchVery Positive88% of 1,006 reviews2025
Dev: Chromatic InkPub: Spelkollektivet
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 20.7%, Strategy RPG 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, JRPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%
- #55 Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy
68% matchMixed69% of 133 reviews2022
Dev: Curious FatePub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Absolute Tactics: Daughters of Mercy is a turn-based, tactical RPG featuring strategic battles, intriguing puzzles and exciting quests. Customize your heroes’ unique, class-based attacks and abilities to defeat Father Eldritch's oppressive armies throughout dozens of unique, hand-crafted maps!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.4%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, JRPG 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%
- #56 Tenderfoot Tactics
68% matchVery Positive82% of 266 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin MaxonPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Tactical RPG 21%, Party-Based RPG 17.3%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
- #57 Wantless : Solace at World’s End
65% matchVery Positive90% of 318 reviews2024
Dev: Drop Rate StudioPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
In this dystopic sci-fi Tactical RPG, save your patients from themselves. Craft your skills among millions of combinations, heal the mind and face ever growing nightmares in 10mn runs. Will you overcome the insidious being chasing you across minds?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based 20.3%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%
- #58 STRANGER SAGA -Stranger Bach and Iskiyeld's Ambition-
64% matchVery Positive86% of 187 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 18.5%, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Wargame 13.7%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%
- #59 Himeko Sutori
68% matchMostly Positive70% of 244 reviews2021
Dev: Rockwell Studios, LLC
Windows
Himeko Sutori is a tactical, turn-based RPG that combines intimate character development with epic battles featuring hundreds of unique characters. With the included campaign editor, you can make new worlds and new adventures, making Himeko Sutori your story.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, JRPG 13.4%, Strategy RPG 12%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%