- #1 Wargroove 2
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 432 reviews2023
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Trouble stirs on the shores of Aurania. An ambitious new faction has unearthed forbidden relics capable of catastrophic consequences. But how far will they go to achieve glory? Take to the battlefield, sea, and sky with a cast of new Commanders, using your wits to wage turn-based war!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Strategy RPG 11.3%, Local Co-Op 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel expands upon the original's mechanics with new commanders, units, and a refined campaign experience.
- #2 Athena Crisis
96% matchVery Positive82% of 140 reviews2024
Dev: Nakazawa Tech
Windows · Mac · Linux
Athena Crisis is a modern retro turn-based strategy game that places you in command of 40+ units in your journey across the multiverse. Embark on a challenging single-player quest or dive into the thrill of ranked or casual multiplayer modes to become the best Athena Crisis player!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Tactical 10.9%, Online Co-Op 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A modern strategy game that perfectly captures the spirit of classic 90s turn-based tactical games with its grid-based combat and unit variety.
- #3 Songs of Conquest
95% 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 16.9%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Strategy RPG 13.6%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: It blends turn-based tactical combat with 4X-style map exploration and city building, echoing the depth of classic strategy titles.
- #4 TINY METAL
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 285 reviews2017
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. / UNTIES
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Craft unique strategies and outmaneuver your foes in TINY METAL, a turn-based Japanese wargame! With new tactical options, you will command over 16 tactically diverse units, flank, assault, deploy heroes from orbital dropships, and focus the firepower of multiple units to even out otherwise disastrous odds.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Tactical 10.7%, Strategy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: It is a direct spiritual successor to the Advance Wars series, featuring similar unit production and capture mechanics.
- #5 Into the Breach
94% matchVery Positive94% of 21,742 reviews2018
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 22%, Turn-Based 16.9%, Strategy 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a highly refined, puzzle-like approach to grid-based tactical combat where every move is critical.
- #6 Battle for Wesnoth
94% matchVery Positive94% of 5,785 reviews2018
Dev: The Battle for Wesnoth ProjectPub: Wesnoth Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.9%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Strategy 14.5%, Multiplayer 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic open-source fantasy strategy game that features deep hex-based tactical combat and a massive variety of units.
- #7 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
92% 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 38.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Tactical 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: This tactical RPG focuses on managing large armies and unit compositions, offering a deep strategic layer similar to Wargroove.
- #8 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
93% 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 24.1%, Tactical RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Strategy 11.6%, Strategy RPG 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A complex tactical RPG that emphasizes character customization and challenging turn-based combat scenarios.
- #9 Fae Tactics
91% 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 31.1%, Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Tactical 11.5%, Tactical RPG 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: It features a unique elemental-based tactical combat system that rewards clever positioning and synergy between units.
- #10 Dark Deity
91% 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: Tactical RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Strategy RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Tactical 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a classic tactical RPG experience with a focus on unit growth and strategic positioning on the battlefield.
- #11 Fort Triumph
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 994 reviews2020
Dev: CookieByte Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A strategy game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with the world exploration of HOMM. Build towns, collect artifacts, improve your heroes, and influence your tactical surroundings using physics!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Local Co-Op 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: It incorporates environmental interactions into its tactical combat, allowing players to use the terrain to their advantage.
- #12 Live by the Sword: Tactics
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Labrador Studios
Windows · Mac
Live By The Sword: Tactics is a streamlined tactical RPG that blends classic and contemporary gameplay elements. The game is set in a world recovering from the ravages of war, you must navigate the treacherous landscape to prevent further turmoil. Single Player and Multiplayer modes available.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Tactical RPG 12.4%, Tactical 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A pure tactical combat experience that strips away the fluff to focus entirely on grid-based strategy and unit abilities.
- #13 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
89% 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: Turn-Based Tactics 37%, Strategy RPG 28.2%, Tactical RPG 11%, Strategy 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game combines deep, narrative-driven decision-making with challenging, elevation-based tactical combat.
- #14 Warside
88% matchMixed70% of 586 reviews2025
Dev: LAVABIRDPub: First Break Labs
Windows · Linux
Welcome to Warside, the fast-paced turn-based tactics game. With a single-player story campaign, multiplayer support, and a built-in map editor, the fight for victory never ends. Choose your Commander, assemble your forces, and battle your way to victory.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.1%, Strategy 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, PvP 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers retro-styled, turn-based tactical combat that emphasizes positioning and unit-specific skills.
- #15 Crying Suns
87% matchVery Positive86% of 4,448 reviews2019
Dev: Alt Shift
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.
Why similar: Tactical 33.2%, Strategy 30.5%, Pixel Graphics 24.7%, Indie 7.7%, Singleplayer 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game set in space that focuses on fleet management and grid-based combat encounters.
- #16 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
86% 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 35.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 25.7%, Strategy RPG 20.1%, Turn-Based 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered a gold standard for the tactical RPG genre, it offers intricate grid-based combat and a branching narrative.
- #17 Pathway
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,235 reviews2019
Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Turn-Based 15.5%, Strategy RPG 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends tactical turn-based combat with a pulp-adventure theme and procedural exploration.
- #18 The Banner Saga
85% 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 33.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Tactical RPG 14.7%, Tactical 13%, Strategy 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical game that emphasizes high-stakes decision-making and grid-based combat within a beautifully illustrated world.
- #19 Pit People®
84% matchVery Positive93% of 8,111 reviews2018
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In this fast-paced, turn-based, co-op adventure you'll quest and explore, find awesome loot, customize your fighters, and recruit strange species! Come master your destiny in this strategic game of positioning.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.6%, Online Co-Op 14.3%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A quirky, turn-based tactical game with a unique art style and deep team-building mechanics.
- #20 Hero's Hour
83% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,658 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.
Why similar: Turn-Based 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Local Co-Op 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game combines turn-based exploration with fast-paced, semi-automated tactical battles.
- #21 Sunderfolk
81% matchVery Positive92% of 1,846 reviews2025
Dev: Secret DoorPub: Dreamhaven
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rediscover game night in this tactical RPG where shared strategy shapes every turn. Adventure across the Sunderlands with up to four players in online multiplayer using your mouse & keyboard or play couch co-op using phones as controllers. Play the first 4 missions for free!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Local Co-Op 13%, Strategy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A party-based tactical RPG that emphasizes cooperative play and strategic positioning in a fantasy setting.
- #22 The Battle of Polytopia
82% matchVery Positive94% of 5,740 reviews2020
Dev: Midjiwan AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Strategy 10.9%, Multiplayer 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A streamlined, highly accessible turn-based strategy game that focuses on expansion and tactical unit movement.
- #23 Exorder
84% matchMixed68% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: Solid9 StudioPub: No Gravity Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A fantasy turn-based strategy game, fight for Cerulean and claim the crown as her rightful heir! Enjoy hours of our single-player campaign and battle your friends with cross-platform multiplayer. Expand your skills as a commander with the challenge mode.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based 14.6%, Strategy RPG 12%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that centers on commander units and resource management, very similar to the core loop of Wargroove.
- #24 Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
82% 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 25.6%, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Strategy 12.7%, Tactical RPG 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a unique hybrid of turn-based strategy and real-time movement, offering a fresh take on tactical war games.
- #25 Jagged Alliance 3
78% 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 21.2%, Tactical RPG 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Tactical 11.5%, Strategy 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, squad-based tactical game that offers immense freedom in how players approach combat encounters.
- #26 Popup Dungeon
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,044 reviews2020
Dev: Triple.B.TitlesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 23.3%, Tactical RPG 19.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Strategy 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: A highly customizable tactical RPG that allows players to create their own units and abilities for unique combat scenarios.
- #27 Monster Sanctuary
79% matchVery Positive91% of 12,318 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 34.7%, Turn-Based 23%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Strategy 11.4%, PvP 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines creature collection with deep, turn-based tactical combat that requires careful team synergy.
- #28 WARSAW RISING: City of Heroes
80% matchMixed65% of 1,373 reviews2019
Dev: Pixelated MilkPub: Instytut Pamięci Narodowej
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
WARSAW RISING: City of Heroes is a challenging turn-based tactical RPG set in an occupied capital during WWII. Pick your heroes. Navigate historic streets. Confront occupiers. And try to survive the 63 days of hell in this historically accurate portrayal of Poles fighting for their city.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 32.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Strategy RPG 21.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Strategy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on squad management and survival in a historical, turn-based setting.
- #29 Phantom Doctrine
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,637 reviews2018
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.4%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Strategy 14.5%, Tactical 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A Cold War-themed tactical game that emphasizes stealth and grid-based combat maneuvers.
- #30 One Step From Eden
77% matchVery Positive93% of 7,592 reviews2020
Dev: Thomas Moon KangPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Build a powerful deck, cast spells on the fly, battle evolving enemies, find game-changing artifacts, make friends or make enemies, just make it to Eden.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.9%, Strategy 31%, Pixel Graphics 24.2%, Indie 8.8%
- #31 SteamWorld Heist
78% matchVery Positive94% of 6,137 reviews2016
Dev: Image & Form Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts in SteamWorld Heist. This is turn-based strategy with a twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action!
Why similar: Turn-Based 45.6%, Strategy 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Indie 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique twist on tactical combat by incorporating manual aiming and ricochet mechanics in a 2D space.
- #32 Book of Demons
76% matchVery Positive91% of 9,468 reviews2018
Dev: Thing Trunk
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Book of Demons is a Hack & Slash in which YOU decide the length of quests. Wield magic cards instead of weapons and slay the armies of darkness in the dungeons below the Old Cathedral. Save the terror-stricken Paperverse from the clutches of the Archdemon himself!
Why similar: Singleplayer 100%
- #33 Tooth and Tail
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 4,111 reviews2017
Dev: Pocketwatch Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Lead the revolution with an army of flamethrowing Boars, mustard gas-lobbing Skunks, and paratrooper-puking Owls. Tooth and Tail is a Real-Time-Strategy game featuring Single Player, Online Competitive Play, Split Screen, Replays, and more. Build a base, lead your army, eat your enemies!
Why similar: Strategy 31%, Pixel Graphics 21%, Multiplayer 16.1%, Local Co-Op 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%
- #34 Skygard Arena
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Gemelli Games
Windows
Lead your squad of Champions to victory in this fantasy turn-based tactical skirmish game. Save the 5 factions of Skygard in the story mode missions or battle other players online. Customize your Champions to fit your strategy, capture objectives, pick up resources and strike with your spells!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Strategy RPG 9.5%
- #35 Wizard of Legend
75% matchVery Positive91% of 20,891 reviews2018
Dev: Contingent99
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Wizard of Legend is a no-nonsense, action-packed take on wizardry that emphasizes precise movements and smart comboing of spells in a rogue-like dungeon crawler that features over a hundred unique spells and relics!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.7%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Local Multiplayer 16.3%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Co-op 11.8%
- #36 Going Under
74% matchVery Positive90% of 4,013 reviews2020
Dev: Aggro CrabPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Going Under is a satirical dungeon crawler about exploring the cursed ruins of failed tech startups. As an unpaid intern in the dystopian city of Neo-Cascadia, you’ll wield office junk as weaponry as you make your way through the offbeat procedural dungeons beneath your company campus.
- #37 Voidspire Tactics
76% matchVery Positive97% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
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: Tactical RPG 23.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Turn-Based 17.1%, Strategy 13.1%, Strategy RPG 9.9%
- #38 Ring of Pain
73% matchVery Positive92% of 5,015 reviews2020
Dev: Simon BoxerPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover the secrets of the Ring of Pain.
Why similar: Turn-Based 70.1%, Strategy 22.4%, Indie 4.6%, Singleplayer 3%
- #39 WARBORN
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 79 reviews2020
Dev: Raredrop Games LtdPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Deploy for battle in the Variable Armour, a technologically advanced suit of war. With turn-based tactics and quick-fire clashes, lead a strike force of deadly mecha to bring peace to the solar system in a 40-mission campaign. Create your own maps, practice in skirmish, or battle across multiplayer.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.3%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Tactical 8.9%
- #40 Alvora Tactics
74% 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 20.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Strategy RPG 11.2%
- #41 Rivals of Aether
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 37,434 reviews2017
Dev: Aether Studios
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
RIVALS OF AETHER is an indie fighting game where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players either locally or online.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 26.9%, 4 Player Local 25%, Pixel Graphics 22%, Multiplayer 19%, Indie 6.1%
- #42 Metal Slug Tactics
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,401 reviews2024
Dev: Leikir StudioPub: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
METAL SLUG makes an explosive return! Dive into this dynamic tactical RPG with a roguelite thrill and experience the iconic run'n'gun action of the original series, redefined. Grab your weapons, assemble your squad and conquer the battlefield to defeat the infamous Rebel Army.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.5%, Turn-Based 25.2%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Tactical 11.7%, Strategy 9.7%
- #43 Little Big Workshop
72% matchVery Positive84% of 3,350 reviews2019
Dev: Mirage Game StudiosPub: HandyGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Manage your workers, stations, machines and create awesome stuff as your little big workshop grows into your dream factory!
Why similar: Strategy 76.4%, Tactical 10.5%, Indie 4.8%, Family Friendly 4.3%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #44 Automachef
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 908 reviews2019
Dev: Rhombico GamesPub: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Automachef, a resource management puzzler where you design kitchens, program machinery and watch your genius come to life! It’s time to engineer tomorrow’s kitchen, today!
Why similar: Indie 64%, Strategy 31.3%, Singleplayer 4.6%
- #45 Wandersong
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,848 reviews2018
Dev: Wishes Ultd.Pub: Greg Lobanov
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!
Why similar: Family Friendly 54.8%, Indie 45.2%
- #46 Lethal League Blaze
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,608 reviews2018
Dev: Team Reptile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Banging beats and mad style, Lethal League Blaze is the most intense ball game you can play online with up to 4 players.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 36.4%, 4 Player Local 21.7%, Online Co-Op 16%, Multiplayer 15.3%, Indie 10.6%
- #47 Pawnbarian
71% matchVery Positive90% of 868 reviews2021
Dev: j4nw
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Pawnbarian is a quick-playing, turn-based puzzle roguelike. Play cards to move your hero like a chess piece, and conquer challenging dungeons full of cunning monsters!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 42%, Turn-Based Strategy 35.7%, Strategy 20.3%, Singleplayer 2%
- #48 Age of Wonders 4
69% matchVery Positive81% of 21,784 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.4 hrsMean: 58.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Strategy RPG 17.2%, Tactical 12.2%, Strategy 10.8%
- #49 Duelyst II
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,777 reviews2022
Dev: Dream Sloth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Choose your faction, construct your deck and put your strategy to the test in the evolution of the ultimate collectible tactics game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.7%, Strategy 12.1%, Tactical 10.9%, PvP 10.1%
- #50 Sea of Stars
67% matchVery Positive89% of 14,305 reviews2023
Dev: Sabotage Studio
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who will combine the powers of the sun and moon to perform Eclipse Magic, the only force capable of fending off the monstrous creations of the evil alchemist known as The Fleshmancer.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 45.9%, Pixel Graphics 26.4%, Co-op 11.5%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Indie 3.9%
- #51 Kingdom Two Crowns
69% matchVery Positive90% of 37,612 reviews2018
Dev: Stumpy🐙SquidPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gather coins, build defenses and reclaim your fallen Kingdom. Explore and uncover secrets, unlock new technologies and protect your crown versus waves of Greed monsters that come at night. Kingdom is a solo or co-op micro-strategy and tower defense game set in an atmospheric pixel world.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 22.3%, Online Co-Op 19.1%, Strategy 16.5%, Co-op 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%
- #52 Tinyfolks
68% matchVery Positive93% of 1,077 reviews2022
Dev: Pierre VandermaesenPub: VANDERMAESEN GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Tactical 12.4%, Strategy RPG 12.2%
- #53 CrossCode
68% matchVery Positive93% of 17,652 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 76.8%, Indie 14.1%, Singleplayer 9%
- #54 Loop Hero
67% matchVery Positive93% of 36,055 reviews2021
Dev: Four QuartersPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 27.9%, Strategy RPG 27.6%, Tactical 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Indie 4.5%
- #55 Moon Hunters
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,202 reviews2016
Dev: Kitfox Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Play alone or with friends! A co-op personality test about exploring an ancient, occult world in 5 days. How will you be remembered?
Why similar: Local Co-Op 69.5%, Family Friendly 30.5%
- #56 Indivisible
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,670 reviews2019
Dev: Lab Zero GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.
Why similar: Indie 85.8%, Singleplayer 14.2%
- #57 Zero Orders Tactics
65% matchVery Positive91% of 105 reviews2024
Dev: Pauloondra
Windows
🌋⚔ Terraforming + Into The Breach! An experimental puzzle strategy where you are not commanding your troops - now, you are shaping the battlefield itself! Nothing is random*, everything is predictable*, and the battlefield is changing. Every turn. By you.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.6%, Turn-Based 18.4%, Strategy 11.7%, Tactical 11.2%
- #58 Hex of Steel
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 801 reviews2020
Dev: War Frogs Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!
Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Strategy 11.7%, PvP 9%
- #59 Chroma Squad
67% matchVery Positive93% of 4,533 reviews2015
Dev: Behold Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Tactical RPG about 5 stunt actors who decide to quit their jobs and start their own Power Rangers-inspired TV show! Cast actors, upgrade your studio, craft Mechas of cardboard and duct tape. Once the cameras are rolling, control your cast of 5 colored-jumpsuit-clad warriors in turn-based battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 34.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Turn-Based 17%, Strategy 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #60 TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE
68% matchVery Positive81% of 183 reviews2019
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: AREA 34, Inc.
Windows
The world of TINY METAL expands! Command Wolfram & the White Fangs against the mysterious Dinoldan forces. 77 skirmish maps, 21+ diverse units, 39 challenging campaigns. Stop the ancient tech excavation. Turn-based Japanese storytelling meets intense tactical warfare. All skill levels welcome.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Turn-Based 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Strategy 8.6%