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Games Like Vagrus - The Riven Realms

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Embark on a perilous journey across a realm forsaken by the gods and devastated by an arcane cataclysm. Lead a traveling company through a harsh, unforgiving world where survival is never guaranteed in Vagrus, an award-winning turn-based post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG.

Reviews: Very Positive — 85% — of 1,858 reviews
Released: 2021-10-05
Developer: Lost Pilgrims Studio
Publisher: Lost Pilgrims Studios
Genres: Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 4.0 hrs
Mean playtime: 18.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 75%

Overview

Vagrus - The Riven Realms is a unique blend of caravan management, brutal survival, and deep, choice-driven narrative set in a desolate dark fantasy world. These recommendations focus on titles that emphasize harsh resource management, tactical turn-based combat, and atmospheric exploration where every decision carries significant weight.

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    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    In the dark lands inspired by Slavic myth, life is a struggle for survival against ever increasing odds, be it natural or malevolent. Can you lead your flock to prosperity in this innovative blend of 4X strategy, RPG and card game?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based 18%, Strategy RPG 16.6%, RPG 16%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%

  45. #45 Star Traders: Frontiers
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 3,805 reviews2018
    Dev: Trese Brothers
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    You are the captain of a starship venturing through a massive open universe. Customize your crew and take command at the helm of your very own ship as you explore a galaxy torn apart by internal strife, alien threats, and political intrigue.

    Why similar: Trading 41%, Difficult 20.6%, Open World 18.7%, RPG 9.9%, Strategy 5.8%

  46. #46 Fallen: A2P Protocol
    75% matchMostly Negative38% of 226 reviews2015
    Dev: Red Katana
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    A post-apocalyptic, turn based, tactical combat and strategy game where you lead your caravan on a quest for revenge.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 26.2%, CRPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Post-apocalyptic 12%, Strategy RPG 11.9%

  47. #47 The Thaumaturge
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 5,876 reviews2024
    Dev: Fool's TheoryPub: 11 bit studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The Thaumaturge is a character-driven RPG with a rich story, morally ambiguous choices, and turn-based combat. In a city on the brink of change, use your mystical powers to read emotions, uncover motives, and command folklore-inspired demons — while resisting the temptation of your own pride.

    Why similar: Narrative 32.1%, CRPG 25.5%, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Choices Matter 8.3%, Story Rich 8%

  48. #48 The Hand of Merlin
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 360 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: Turn-Based Strategy 32%, Difficult 27.6%, Story Rich 17.1%, RPG 12.7%, Strategy 8.5%

  49. #49 Lost Eidolons
    70% matchMixed68% of 2,384 reviews2022
    Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 19.1 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: Strategy RPG 22.8%, CRPG 22.4%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Story Rich 8.6%

  50. #50 The Doors of Trithius
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 979 reviews2021
    Dev: Jake Donkersgoed
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    The Doors of Trithius is an open-world RPG roguelike. Engage in tactical turn-based combat in a living world of warring factions, wandering behemoths, and ancient magic. Level your skills, cook, craft, and explore dungeons. Will you follow the story, or let adventure be your guide?

    Why similar: CRPG 20.5%, Open World 19.8%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Difficult 15.9%, Lore-Rich 15.3%

  51. #51 Prophecy of Ashen
    67% matchMostly Positive80% of 232 reviews2026
    Dev: hhyuGame
    Windows

    Prophecy of Ashen: a dark fantasy tactical CRPG. Be a secret messenger between the Hall's judgment and the Ashborne's vengeance. Recruit allies, use terrain and magic in turn-based combat. Your choices reshape Rattalan: uphold order or ignite destruction.

    Why similar: CRPG 30.3%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, RPG 8.3%

  52. #52 Black Geyser: Couriers of Darkness
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,033 reviews2022
    Dev: GrapeOcean TechnologiesPub: V Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    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: CRPG 31.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.9%, Open World 15.7%, Choices Matter 10.4%, Story Rich 8.7%

  53. #53 Blackguards
    71% matchMixed62% of 3,917 reviews2014
    Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 44.1%, RPG 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Strategy 6.8%, CRPG 6.2%

  54. #54 Dead Monarchy
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 139 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: Turn-Based 26.3%, RPG 18.3%, Difficult 14.9%, Open World 14.2%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%

  55. #55 Lords of Xulima
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,261 reviews2014
    Dev: Numantian Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Lords of Xulima is a challenging Role-playing game set on the mythical continent of Xulima, where Gods and humans once walked side by side. Experience a genuine RPG featuring over 100 hours of gameplay, and discover one of the most epic sagas ever told.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 53.1%, RPG 25%, CRPG 16.5%, Strategy 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  56. #56 Geneforge 1 - Mutagen
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 441 reviews2021
    Dev: Spiderweb Software
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Unique, truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a strange, new world. Use battle or cunning to change the world, served by your own army of custom-made mutant monsters. Over 80 zones to explore and 50+ hours of gameplay. Multitudes of skills, abilities, factions, treasures, and servants to create.

    Why similar: CRPG 35.2%, Turn-Based 25.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, RPG 8.7%, Story Rich 7%

  57. #57 Torment: Tides of Numenera
    68% matchMostly Positive71% of 4,370 reviews2017
    Dev: inXile Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    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: CRPG 35%, RPG 21%, Story Rich 13%, Turn-Based 12%, Choices Matter 9.5%

  58. #58 Glorious Companions
    66% matchMixed62% of 206 reviews2024
    Dev: Ancient Forge
    Windows

    Explore the open world of Terscara as you advance through the challenging and tactical encounters in this epic turn-based tactical RPG. Form and lead a group of battle-proven companions, delve into the ancient dungeons to collect the elusive vault crystals, and end Xandar’s Wraith once and for all.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 24.5%, Turn-Based 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Open World 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.2%

  59. #59 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
    64% matchVery Positive84% of 43,984 reviews2021
    Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: META Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 58.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: CRPG 28.8%, Open World 15.8%, Dark Fantasy 15.4%, Choices Matter 10.4%, Story Rich 9.1%

  60. #60 ATOM RPG: Post-apocalyptic indie game
    66% matchVery Positive85% of 10,540 reviews2018
    Dev: AtomTeam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    ATOM RPG is a post-apocalyptic indie game, inspired by classic CRPGs: Fallout, Wasteland, Deus Ex, Baldur's Gate and many others.

    Why similar: CRPG 29.9%, Turn-Based 22.6%, Post-apocalyptic 13%, Open World 10.5%, RPG 7.2%

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