- #1 The Iron Oath
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 889 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.3%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that emphasizes long-term consequences and strategic decision-making in a rich fantasy setting.
- #2 Battle Brothers
96% matchVery Positive88% of 27,117 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Strategy 33.9%, RPG 30.7%, Fantasy 23.1%, Singleplayer 6.5%, Adventure 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a brutal, open-world tactical experience where managing your mercenary company's survival is just as important as the turn-based combat.
- #3 Urtuk: The Desolation
96% matchVery Positive88% of 2,484 reviews2021
Dev: David Kaleta
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.
Why similar: Hex Grid 19% ★, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, Strategy RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, hex-based tactical RPG that rewards careful positioning and tactical mastery in a harsh, unforgiving world.
- #4 Wartales
95% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 34.9%, Tactical RPG 22%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, RPG 15.3%, Strategy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features an expansive open world and party management mechanics that mirror the exploration and tactical depth found in Veterum.
- #5 Dark Deity
94% 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 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Tactical RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Tactical 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style tactical RPG that focuses on character growth and strategic movement across diverse battlefields.
- #6 Untamed Tactics
94% 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 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Strategy RPG 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on party-based tactical combat with a strong emphasis on character abilities and environmental interaction.
- #7 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
93% 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 28.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.2%, Strategy RPG 23.3%, RPG 7.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for tactical RPGs, providing deep grid-based combat and a complex narrative that will appeal to any fan of the genre.
- #8 Wildermyth
92% 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: Turn-Based Tactics 28%, Tactical RPG 24.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Fantasy 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines hand-drawn art with procedural storytelling and tactical combat, capturing the adventurous spirit of exploring a fantasy world.
- #9 King Arthur: Legion IX
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 781 reviews2024
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Dive into a unique blend of turn-based tactics and character-centric RPGs. Lead the skilled Roman tribune Gaius Julius Mento as he navigates through the dark fantasy realm of Avalon.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.1%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Grid-Based Movement 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a dark fantasy tactical experience with a focus on unique unit abilities and strategic map control.
- #10 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
91% 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 19.7%, Tactical RPG 13.7%, Strategy RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, RPG 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, class-based tactical RPG experience with complex combat systems and high customization.
- #11 Glorious Companions
90% 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 16.7%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Isometric 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox tactical RPG that allows for significant freedom in how you build and manage your party of warriors.
- #12 The Banner Saga
89% matchVery Positive89% of 15,850 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.3%, Tactical 14.8%, RPG 14.3%, Tactical RPG 14.3%, Strategy 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features stunning hand-drawn visuals and a tactical combat system that forces you to make difficult choices while leading a caravan.
- #13 Shields of Loyalty
87% matchMostly Positive74% of 164 reviews2025
Dev: Mosaic Mask StudioPub: indie.io
Windows
Experience tactically challenging turn-based strategy in the hostile island world of Mantaria. Command a dynamic army of various unit types and classes to slay a dark and possessed undead army. Train forces into powerful warriors and fight fervently until the snake's head is at your feet!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Tactical 14.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy tactical game that focuses on squad-based combat and strategic positioning on the battlefield.
- #14 Sword Legacy: Omen
89% matchMixed65% of 716 reviews2018
Dev: Firecast Studio
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Tactical RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Strategy RPG 10.6%, Strategy 9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, tactical RPG that focuses on party-based combat and strategic ability usage in a gritty fantasy world.
- #15 Stones Keeper
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 118 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, recruit and enhance your fighters, control a flying island, search for artifacts, and learn the secrets of the ancients.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 13.9%, Tactical RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Isometric 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that features a unique blend of fantasy combat and strategic army management.
- #16 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
86% matchVery Positive94% of 9,639 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21%, Strategy RPG 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An incredibly deep tactical RPG with complex character builds and a massive amount of content for strategy enthusiasts.
- #17 Ash of Gods: Redemption
86% 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: Strategy RPG 16.9%, Tactical RPG 15.4%, Isometric 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique hand-drawn art style and a tactical combat system that emphasizes resource management and strategic positioning.
- #18 Tenebris: Terra Incognita
85% matchVery Positive88% of 218 reviews2024
Dev: Phantasmica Studios
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG in which you will explore a harsh planet teeming with terrifying monsters. Experiment with talent builds for 23 heroes. Combine abilities with equipment and other characters. Assemble a squad and learn the secrets of the planet Tenebris!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Tactical 9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that blends dungeon-crawling with strategic decision-making and character management.
- #19 Expeditions: Rome
84% matchVery Positive88% of 6,478 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Tactical RPG 22%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Strategy 10.3%, RPG 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Blends historical strategy with tactical RPG combat and party management, offering a high level of depth and narrative choice.
- #20 Jagged Alliance 3
83% 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 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Tactical 11.5%, Strategy RPG 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides excellent environmental interaction and tactical combat that rewards creative use of the battlefield.
- #21 Songs of Conquest
82% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.2%, Strategy RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Tactical RPG 15%, Tactical 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that captures the feel of classic fantasy adventures with a focus on army management and tactical combat.
- #22 Dead Monarchy
84% matchVery Positive83% of 135 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 Tactics 20.8%, Strategy 14.6%, RPG 12.8%, Tactical 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%
Why You'll Like It: An indie tactical RPG that focuses on gritty, low-fantasy combat and long-term party survival.
- #23 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
82% matchVery Positive91% of 467 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Lead troops in tense tactical battles, just you and your brain against the dying world. Can you save it? Manage a mercenary company, scavenge supplies, build an army. Go on a quest! Burn down a village or two... Explore the rich medieval fantasy world in a mix of LOTR, Warhammer, FTL and Total War.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Tactical RPG 14.1%, Tactical 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on large-scale tactical movement and strategic combat within a fantasy setting.
- #24 Blightstone
81% matchVery Positive81% of 471 reviews2026
Dev: Unfinished Pixel
Windows
A challenging, turn-based strategy with a roguelike edge. Lead a team of adventurers to destroy the Blightstone and free the world from corruption. Use free movement, dynamic environments and collectable skills to save the crystal, and save the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Isometric 13.9%, Tactical 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes dark fantasy themes and challenging turn-based combat encounters.
- #25 Heroes of Steel RPG
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 282 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: Strategy RPG 20.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Tactical 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that excels in dungeon-crawling and deep, turn-based combat mechanics.
- #26 The Last Spell
77% matchVery Positive92% of 12,839 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 15.4%, Tactical RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Tactical 9.3%
- #27 Telepath Tactics Liberated
79% matchVery Positive85% of 155 reviews2022
Dev: Sinister DesignPub: indie.io
Windows
An SRPG fan's SRPG! Imagine Fire Emblem with destructible battlefields; the ability to place traps; the ability to shove enemies off cliffs, into lava, or into each other; and a built-in campaign creator.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.5%, Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Grid-Based Movement 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that heavily emphasizes environmental interaction, allowing you to manipulate the terrain to gain an advantage.
- #28 MENACE
74% matchVery Positive91% of 10,002 reviews2026
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lead a strike force against an alien threat in this turn-based tactical RPG from the developers of Battle Brothers. Answer distress calls across different worlds, train and equip infantry, deploy tanks and mechs, and plan and execute missions in detailed turn-based battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Tactical 11.3%, Strategy 9.2%
- #29 The Banner Saga 2
78% matchVery Positive90% of 3,748 reviews2016
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The award-winning adventure continues in Banner Saga 2! This epic, story-based, role-playing game continues its emotional journey across a breaking world. Bold leadership decisions, wise use of resources, and skillful battle tactics are vital to ensure your viking clans make it through alive.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.5%, RPG 17.2%, Strategy 13.9%, Tactical 8.3%, Fantasy 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the tactical excellence and hand-drawn narrative style of the original, expanding on the strategic combat mechanics.
- #30 Grimshade
80% 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: Tactical RPG 12.5%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Isometric 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that features a unique party-based combat system and an engaging, story-driven adventure.
- #31 Forged of Blood
79% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Strategy 10.7%, Grid-Based Movement 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that offers a complex magic system and deep party-based combat in a dark fantasy world.
- #32 Revelatio
75% matchVery Positive93% of 97 reviews2024
Dev: Guild Studio
Windows
"Revelatio" is a turn-based strategy game that combines tile-based combat and elements of roguelike. Strategically summon and control units to claim victory. Stain the world with your darkness by corrupting various units, bosses and even NPCs.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.1%, Tactical RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #33 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
76% matchVery Positive81% of 101 reviews2022
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Experience a Fast-Paced Roguelite Turn-Based Strategy game with a New Turn-Based System which will need you to plan early on and create strategies that would lead your army to victory. Create an army with different Characters and Leaders to choose from and explore this Roguelite world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.9%, Tactical RPG 19.2%, Grid-Based Movement 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Tactical 9.7%
- #34 Farabel
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: Frogames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Farabel is a turn-based strategy game where you start at the end of the story. Develop your cleverness, your strategic prowess, and your inventive capabilities in order to survive!
Why similar: Hex Grid 21.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Tactical RPG 10.4%, Strategy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that focuses on tactical combat and character progression in a fantasy world.
- #35 Warbanners
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 603 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
- #36 Zoria: Age of Shattering
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 608 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Tactical RPG 27.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Strategy 11.2%, RPG 10.6%
- #37 Stones Keeper: King Aurelius
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 183 reviews2022
Dev: SK TeamPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Stones Keeper is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements in which you explore a detailed fantasy world, lead the Order of the Griffin, and live through the final moments of King Aurelius
Why similar: Hex Grid 16.8% ★, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Isometric 12%
- #38 Crawl Tactics
73% matchVery Positive92% of 203 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Tactical RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Grid-Based Movement 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%
- #39 Low Magic Age
73% matchVery Positive89% of 3,411 reviews2017
Dev: Low Magic Studios
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Grid-Based Movement 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Tactical RPG 16.7%, Strategy RPG 16.3%
- #40 Wulin Chess
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2024
Dev: LameCat StudioPub: East2west Games
Windows
Wulin Chess is a turn-based strategy game set in a captivating dark fantasy world. Employ diverse characters across various boards/battlefields, and devise strategic thinking for victory. Strengthen your heroes by collecting equipment and enhancing attributes to face the challenges that lie ahead.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 18%, Tactical RPG 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, Tactical 8.3%
- #41 Those Who Rule
70% matchVery Positive90% of 946 reviews2025
Dev: Eldin Turulja
Windows
Join three fresh recruits caught in a web of betrayal as war looms over the land. Lead your band of heroes through tactical turn-based battles, master unique abilities, and forge powerful gear to turn the tide of battle. Will you unravel the conspiracy driving the conflict—or be consumed by it?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 12.6%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Hex Grid 12% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%
- #42 Vagrus - The Riven Realms
71% 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: Strategy RPG 34.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.6%, Difficult 14.8%, RPG 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%
- #43 Valor of Man
69% matchVery Positive94% of 93 reviews2026
Dev: Legacy ForgePub: Numskull Games
Windows
Forge your party. Master your fate. In this turn-based roguelite RPG, lead four heroes through a fractured realm of danger and destiny. Build synergies, unlock powerful abilities, and face ever-shifting challenges in an epic battle for survival. No journey is ever the same.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Isometric 9.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%
- #44 End State
73% matchMixed63% of 137 reviews2022
Dev: Finger Squad
Windows
End State is a turn-based tactics game where you manage a mercenary company tracking down a terrorists in a war-torn country. Hire, gear up and gain experience for your mercenaries. Take on rebels and criminal gangs, do side contracts and explore Brekovia.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Tactical 9.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
- #45 Stoneshard
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 33,430 reviews2020
Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.
Why similar: RPG 28%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, Strategy 16.7%, Difficult 13.1%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%
- #46 Fallen: A2P Protocol
76% 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 Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Isometric 11.5%, Tactical RPG 11%, Strategy RPG 9.9%
- #47 Leman
72% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: MDH Software
Windows
A bloodthirsty, high fantasy, turn-based combat, open-world RPG! Light on story, this game is about deadly tactical combat and developing a legendary adventuring party!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Strategy RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%
- #48 Alvora Tactics
71% matchVery Positive93% of 149 reviews2017
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Strategy 14.2%, RPG 12.9%
- #49 Ash of Gods: The Way
69% matchVery Positive82% of 483 reviews2023
Dev: AurumDust
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Solve tactical puzzles in constantly changing battles and overcome circumstances that are NEVER in your favor. Defend your commander, win duels, capture points, experiment with your strategy to defeat a superior enemy, and make decisions that affect your story.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Tactical RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Isometric 12.6%, Hand-drawn 9.5%
- #50 The Bell Echoes
67% matchVery Positive97% of 65 reviews2026
Dev: 七颗枚
Windows
The Bell Echoes is a turn-based strategy game that combines SRPG-style storytelling with roguelike gameplay.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.5%, Strategy RPG 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Isometric 10.9%
- #51 Deep Fringe
67% matchVery Positive96% of 80 reviews2026
Dev: Bosoneon StudioPub: Thousand Generation
Windows
Deep Fringe is a deep tactical RPG set in a biopunk post-apocalyptic wasteland. Lead powerful factions in turn-based brutal battles, leveraging the strategic use of an interactive environment. Modify or destroy terrain to achieve tactical supremacy. Craft legendary chapters with the level editor.
Why similar: Hex Grid 16.6% ★, Tactical RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
- #52 Interregnum: False Prophet
70% matchMixed59% of 58 reviews2024
Dev: Spacewalkers
Windows
A tactical, turn-based strategy game in a post-apocalyptic world of eternal winter. As the titular False Prophet, recruit and lead a group of survivors to a promised land. Loot, craft, and make the best of what you find.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 15%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Isometric 11.4%
- #53 Stones Keeper: Prologue
71% matchMixed65% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: SK Team
Windows
Control your own flying castle. Take part in the campaign for the Order of the Screaming Griffin against the forces of the undead that have invaded your provinces. Try to penetrate the secrets of the world around you.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Strategy 10.7%, Isometric 8.4%
- #54 The Adventurers
67% matchVery Positive88% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: Eternal Vigilance Entertainment
Windows
The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Lead your party of heroes in an open world filled with random events that affect your story. Survive a high fantasy landscape where your epic saga is waiting to be written.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Strategy RPG 17.5%, Tactical RPG 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Tactical 9.2%
- #55 Shuffle Tactics
68% matchMixed70% of 102 reviews2025
Dev: Club SandwichPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Shuffle Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding tactical RPG. Strategize to survive tough battles, pick the right cards to create powerful synergies, and bond with your sidekicks to get an edge in battle. Adventure awaits! Will you rise as Asteria's new King?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 13.5%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Isometric 10.5%, Grid-Based Movement 10%
- #56 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,383 reviews2019
Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 Tactics 25.5%, Isometric 15.4%, Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, RPG 9.2%
- #57 Spear Song
66% matchVery Positive91% of 184 reviews2024
Dev: Divovision Games
Windows
Ancient Slavic knights fight against evil in turn-based tactical combat! Lead your group through the kingdom to cleanse the land from fiends and monsters! Each attempt presents a new, randomly generated journey.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Tactical 10.3%
- #58 Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 409 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Incredibly dynamic turn-based strategy, reviving the traditions of the old school tactics. Lead a team of the most desperate fighters, destroy alien monsters and uncover the secrets of the lost planet.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Strategy RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Tactical 10.2%
- #59 Balrum
68% matchMostly Positive80% of 781 reviews2016
Dev: Balcony Softworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Balrum is an old-school, turn-based, open world RPG with deep tactical combat. Explore a huge living fantasy world with dozens of side quests next to an epic main quest. Grow your own crops, build your home, and craft your own custom items.
Why similar: Isometric 29.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, Strategy 13.5%, RPG 12.8%, Fantasy 10%
- #60 VED
65% matchVery Positive80% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: KaraclanPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
VED is a story-driven, hand-drawn RPG with a unique turn-based combat system and roguelite elements. Set in two different worlds, VED tells the story of Cyrus, a young hero who sets out on a quest to become a master of sword and magic, and save everything he knows from destruction.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Hand-drawn 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, RPG 9.5%