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Games Like Vendir: Plague of Lies

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Vendir: Plague of Lies is a classic party-based RPG with a deep storyline and turn-based combat. Experience an intricately crafted world, steeped in history and brought to life through a carefully crafted atmosphere and the trials and tribulations of stories of the people that inhabit it.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 75% — of 248 reviews
Released: 2024-05-30
Developer: Early Morning Studio
Genres: RPG
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Vendir: Plague of Lies captures the essence of classic party-based cRPGs through its deep tactical combat, dark fantasy atmosphere, and exploration-heavy gameplay. These recommendations prioritize titles that offer rich narrative choices, complex turn-based systems, and the satisfying management of a party in an immersive world.

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    Why similar: CRPG 16.3%, Tactical RPG 13.3%, Party-Based RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep character progression system and a massive, dark fantasy narrative that rewards strategic party building.

  2. #2 Pillars of Eternity
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why similar: CRPG 24.8%, Party-Based RPG 18.3%, Isometric 13.9%, RPG 12.9%, Story Rich 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A quintessential isometric cRPG that captures the classic feel of exploration and party-driven narrative found in Vendir.

  3. #3 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
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    Why similar: CRPG 20%, Tactical RPG 17.6%, Party-Based RPG 15.4%, Strategy RPG 10.3%, Character Customization 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the gold standard for party-based turn-based cRPGs, offering unparalleled tactical depth and environmental interaction.

  4. #4 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
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    Why similar: CRPG 18.2%, Party-Based RPG 14.1%, Minimalist 11.2%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%, Character Customization 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a strong dark fantasy atmosphere and retro-inspired cRPG mechanics that mirror the classic feel of Vendir.

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    Why similar: CRPG 26.9%, Isometric 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, RPG 12.2%, Choices Matter 9.1%

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    Why You'll Like It: Features excellent party-based tactical combat and a reactive, dark world where your choices significantly impact the story.

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    Why similar: CRPG 22.2%, Party-Based RPG 17.2%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Isometric 10.2%, Character Customization 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic isometric cRPG that emphasizes party-based exploration and a dark, reactive fantasy world.

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    Why similar: CRPG 17.9%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Party-Based RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Character Customization 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a blend of party-based exploration and tactical combat within a rich, atmospheric fantasy setting.

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    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21%, Dark Fantasy 19.1%, Tactical RPG 17.6%, Character Customization 11.9%, RPG 7.6%

  45. #45 Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 34,558 reviews2018
    Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: Knights Peak
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 49.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Pathfinder: Kingmaker - Enhanced Plus Edition is the first isometric party-based cRPG set in the Pathfinder fantasy universe. Enjoy a classic RPG experience inspired by games like Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 and 2 and Arcanum. Explore and conquer the Stolen Lands and make them your kingdom!

    Why similar: CRPG 22.9%, Party-Based RPG 19.1%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Isometric 10.6%, RPG 9.7%

  46. #46 Inquisitor
    73% matchMixed68% of 691 reviews2013
    Dev: CINEMAX GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Action-oriented combat with a deep and involving tale of betrayal, torture, madness, and infernal damnation. If a gritty old-school open-ended isometric RPG is what you looking for, look no further. Inquisitor will provide you with hours of gameplay and a dark, involving story.

    Why similar: Isometric 27.4%, RPG 23.7%, Dark Fantasy 23.6%, CRPG 13.2%, Fantasy 5.6%

  47. #47 Colony Ship: A Post-Earth Role Playing Game
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 3,873 reviews2023
    Dev: Iron Tower Studio
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Colony Ship is a turn-based, party-based role-playing game set aboard a generation ship launched to Proxima Centauri. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and branching dialogue trees.

    Why similar: CRPG 22.8%, Tactical RPG 18.6%, Party-Based RPG 17.4%, Isometric 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9%

  48. #48 ATOM RPG: Post-apocalyptic indie game
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 10,424 reviews2018
    Dev: AtomTeam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 27.3 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 38.6%, Isometric 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Exploration 8.4%, RPG 7.9%

  49. #49 Operencia: The Stolen Sun
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 553 reviews2020
    Dev: Zen Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Operencia: The Stolen Sun embraces everything you love about classic first-person dungeon-crawlers, enhancing the old-school turn-based RPG experience with modern sensibilities. Guide a team of memorable characters through a world inspired by Central European mythology.

    Why similar: CRPG 27.4%, Party-Based RPG 26.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, RPG 8%, Fantasy 6.8%

  50. #50 Vagrus - The Riven Realms
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 1,691 reviews2021
    Dev: Lost Pilgrims StudioPub: Lost Pilgrims Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Embark on a perilous journey across a realm forsaken by the gods and devastated by an arcane cataclysm. Accompanied by a hardy crew, you must trade, fight, and explore your way to success as the leader of a traveling company in Vagrus, an award-winning turn-based post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG.

    Why similar: CRPG 31.7%, Strategy RPG 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, Story Rich 9.4%, Choices Matter 7.9%

  51. #51 Legends of Eisenwald
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,821 reviews2015
    Dev: Aterdux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.1%, Strategy RPG 18%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Character Customization 11.5%, Choices Matter 9.9%

  52. #52 The Lamplighters League
    68% matchMixed69% of 1,134 reviews2023
    Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Story Rich 9.4%

  53. #53 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
    62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 260,033 reviews2025
    Dev: Sandfall InteractivePub: Kepler Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 32.0 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    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: Turn-Based Combat 29.2%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, Story Rich 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.1%, Fantasy 8.6%

  54. #54 Dawn of the Ashen Queen
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 59 reviews2024
    Dev: Shattered Moon Games
    Windows

    Dawn of the Ashen Queen is a classic grid-based dungeon crawler. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you in your mission.

    Why similar: CRPG 30.6%, Party-Based RPG 21.4%, Character Customization 9.9%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Story Rich 7.2%

  55. #55 Broken Roads
    68% matchMixed53% of 436 reviews2024
    Dev: Drop Bear BytesPub: Versus Evil
    Windows
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Broken Roads is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in a decaying, post-apocalyptic version of the vast Australian Outback, featuring a genre-redefining morality system. Survive, form bonds, and make tough choices that will shape your dangerous yet mesmerizing 25+ hour journey across the wilds.

    Why similar: CRPG 23.6%, Party-Based RPG 16.2%, Isometric 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Strategy RPG 9%

  56. #56 AntharioN
    70% matchMixed69% of 190 reviews2015
    Dev: Orphic Software
    Windows · Mac

    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: CRPG 25.2%, Party-Based RPG 18%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, RPG 12.1%, Strategy 9.2%

  57. #57 Glorious Companions
    67% matchMixed62% of 201 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: Tactical RPG 20.1%, Party-Based RPG 17.1%, Strategy RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%

  58. #58 Zoria: Prologue (2020)
    67% matchVery Positive83% of 475 reviews2020
    Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Zoria Prologue (2020) - a demo introduction to the world of Zoria. A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and follower management, set in the expansive Fantasy world. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks.

    Why similar: CRPG 15.8%, RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Party-Based RPG 12.9%

  59. #59 ATOM RPG Trudograd
    65% matchVery Positive84% of 4,354 reviews2021
    Dev: AtomTeam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    ATOM RPG: Trudograd is a turn-based post-apocalyptic roleplaying game, which continues the story of ATOM RPG as a stand-alone sequel/expansion, and follows the traditions set by classic cRPGs such as the early Fallout and Wasteland titles.

    Why similar: CRPG 36.9%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Isometric 13.5%, RPG 7.9%, Story Rich 7.2%

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