- #1 Baldur's Gate 3
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 859,751 reviews2023
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 79.0 hrsMean: 134.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Why similar: CRPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.2%, Character Customization 12.1%, Romance 9.8%, Choices Matter 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A lavish party-based CRPG with extensive character customization, consequential choices, companion relationships, exploration, and excellent turn-based tactical combat.
- #2 Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
96% matchVery Positive83% of 44,424 reviews2021
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: META Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 58.3 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 17%, Tactical RPG 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, Romance 10.1%, Dark Fantasy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: From Rogue Trader developer Owlcat, it offers enormous build depth, companion-driven storytelling, meaningful branching decisions, and optional turn-based combat.
- #3 Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 206,376 reviews2017
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 31.2 hrsMean: 75.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Why similar: CRPG 22.2%, Tactical RPG 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Character Customization 11%, Romance 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its highly reactive quests, flexible party builds, environmental turn-based battles, and co-op-friendly campaign make it one of Rogue Trader's closest mechanical relatives.
- #4 Wasteland 3
95% matchVery Positive85% of 22,446 reviews2020
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Following the critically acclaimed 2014 Game of the Year winner Wasteland 2, the RPG series that pioneered the post-apocalyptic genre in video games returns with Wasteland 3.
Why similar: CRPG 24.3%, Tactical RPG 18.3%, Character Customization 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Choices Matter 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This post-apocalyptic CRPG pairs difficult squad tactics with genuinely consequential dialogue choices, faction politics, and a strongly reactive campaign.
- #5 Solasta: Crown of the Magister
94% matchVery Positive87% of 22,589 reviews2021
Dev: Tactical Adventures
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Roll for initiative, take attacks of opportunity, manage player location and the verticality of the battle field in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.1 Ruleset. In Solasta, you make the choices, dice decide your destiny.
Why similar: CRPG 20.3%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Character Customization 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Choices Matter 9%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful tabletop-style party RPG whose vertical, grid-based turn-based combat and custom adventuring parties suit the tactical side of Rogue Trader.
- #6 Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 35,225 reviews2018
Dev: Owlcat GamesPub: Knights Peak
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 50.8 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 31.2%, RPG 14.5%, Character Customization 13.9%, Choices Matter 10.7%, Fantasy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Another deep Owlcat CRPG built around party creation, sprawling questlines, kingdom-scale decisions, and optional turn-based battles.
- #7 Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
93% matchVery Positive89% of 14,868 reviews2018
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Character Customization 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Co-op 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It trades Rogue Trader's dialogue depth for exceptionally atmospheric 40K turn-based combat, squad customization, and difficult strategic choices.
- #8 Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 14,819 reviews2022
Dev: Complex GamesPub: Frontier Foundry
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.5%, Character Customization 12.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Tactical RPG 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dark 40K tactical campaign centered on upgrading elite warriors, managing a starship, and winning punishing turn-based missions.
- #9 Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
91% matchVery Positive89% of 6,644 reviews2014
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!
Why similar: CRPG 27%, RPG 19%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Story Rich 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A superb cyberpunk tactical CRPG with memorable companions, choice-heavy investigations, and compact turn-based squad encounters.
- #10 Expeditions: Rome
91% matchVery Positive87% of 6,804 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: CRPG 26.1%, Tactical RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, RPG 8%, Strategy 7%
Why You'll Like It: It combines a roleplaying-heavy political story, a customizable protagonist, party relationships, and satisfying turn-based tactical missions.
- #11 Jagged Alliance 3
90% matchVery Positive89% of 14,995 reviews2023
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.0 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: Tactical RPG 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Strategy 12.8%, RPG 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Its open-ended mercenary campaign, persistent squad progression, tactical positioning, and faction-driven world offer a more sandbox-focused alternative.
- #12 Tyranny
89% matchVery Positive86% of 13,461 reviews2016
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.
Why similar: CRPG 29.5%, RPG 14.4%, Choices Matter 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.8%, Story Rich 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Its unusual premise and deeply branching political decisions make it a strong choice for players who value roleplaying consequences over straightforward heroism.
- #13 Colony Ship: A Post-Earth Role Playing Game
88% matchVery Positive88% of 4,308 reviews2023
Dev: Iron Tower Studio
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 23.8%, Tactical RPG 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Choices Matter 9.8%, Turn-Based Combat 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: This hard-sci-fi CRPG emphasizes faction consequences, specialized character builds, dialogue checks, and lethal turn-based combat aboard a generation ship.
- #14 Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire
89% matchVery Positive88% of 20,099 reviews2018
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 43.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Patch 5.0 - Turn-based mode and The Ultimate challenge out now! Pursue a rogue god over land and sea in the sequel to the multi-award-winning RPG Pillars of Eternity. Captain your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago region of the Deadfire.
Why similar: CRPG 33.3%, RPG 17.7%, Character Customization 13%, Choices Matter 9.2%, Story Rich 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A rich isometric CRPG with companion quests, faction reputation, naval exploration, and a highly reactive world, despite using real-time-with-pause combat by default.
- #15 Wartales
86% matchVery Positive85% of 36,051 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 23.1%, Tactical RPG 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Co-op 12.4%, RPG 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: Its mercenary-company management, open-ended travel, evolving companions, and turn-based fights suit players who enjoyed building a crew in the Koronus Expanse.
- #16 Pillars of Eternity
87% matchVery Positive88% of 26,157 reviews2015
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 42.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Prepare to be enchanted by a world where the choices you make and the paths you choose shape your destiny. Obsidian Entertainment, the developer of Fallout: New Vegas™ and South Park: The Stick of Truth™, together with Paradox Interactive is proud to present Pillars of Eternity.
Why similar: CRPG 33.7%, RPG 18.9%, Fantasy 11.3%, Story Rich 9.8%, Character Customization 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its dense lore, companion writing, faction choices, and traditional isometric party-RPG structure make it ideal for players seeking another substantial CRPG.
- #17 Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition
86% matchVery Positive86% of 4,868 reviews2015
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 21.7 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: CRPG 26.5%, RPG 19.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Story Rich 10.5%, Strategy 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: It delivers a strong crew-focused cyberpunk story with investigative choices, class-based character building, and tactical grid combat.
- #18 Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,818 reviews2021
Dev: Dark Crystal GamesPub: Prime Matter
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.
Why similar: CRPG 35.3%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, Sci-fi 8.7%, RPG 8.5%, Strategy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Its retro-futurist setting, skill-check-heavy dialogue, factions, and tactical encounters closely fit Rogue Trader's old-school CRPG sensibilities.
- #19 Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector
83% matchVery Positive87% of 6,883 reviews2021
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in the grimdark universe of the 41st Millennium. Pick your force, develop your army, field mighty heroes and fight for victory using superior strategy, awesome abilities, and devastating weaponry.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.5%, Turn-Based Combat 21%, Strategy 16.1%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Multiplayer 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides focused 40K turn-based warfare with faction-specific units and satisfying tactical combat, though with far less narrative roleplaying.
- #20 Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 22,328 reviews2018
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enter the Chaos-infested Caligari Sector and purge the unclean with the most powerful agents of the Imperium of Man! W40k: Inquisitor – Martyr is a grim Action-RPG featuring multiple classes of the Inquisition who will carry out the Emperor’s will.
Why similar: Space 22.1%, Co-op 21.1%, RPG 17.3%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Multiplayer 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: While it is an action RPG rather than a tactical CRPG, it remains a strong pick for players wanting another grim, lore-heavy 40K campaign with character progression.
- #21 Torment: Tides of Numenera
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 4,378 reviews2017
Dev: inXile Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 16.9 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 28.7%, RPG 16.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Story Rich 8.9%, Choices Matter 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: This narrative-first science-fiction CRPG excels at strange worlds, philosophical choices, and detailed dialogue-driven roleplaying.
- #22 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
82% matchVery Positive84% of 7,561 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.6%, CRPG 15.3%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A grim party-based tactical RPG built around a strategic map, permanent character development, moral decisions, and challenging turn-based battles.
- #23 UnderRail
82% matchVery Positive86% of 7,264 reviews2015
Dev: Stygian Software
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 39.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
UnderRail is an old-school turn-based isometric role-playing game that features a large open post-apocalyptic world, deep and challenging combat and an intricate storyline.
Why similar: CRPG 41.4%, Turn-Based Combat 21.6%, RPG 19.3%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Atmospheric 5%
Why You'll Like It: A demanding isometric sci-fi RPG with meticulous character builds, exploratory freedom, tough turn-based encounters, and numerous quest approaches.
- #24 Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
81% matchVery Positive82% of 18,807 reviews2018
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.1%, Strategy 16%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Co-op 13.3%, Multiplayer 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: This 4X strategy game captures the hostile 40K setting through faction warfare, unit research, city development, and long-form campaigns.
- #25 Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden
80% matchVery Positive90% of 20,576 reviews2018
Dev: The Bearded LadiesPub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A tactical game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with story, exploration, stealth, and strategy. Take control of a team of Mutants navigating a post-human Earth. Created by a team including former HITMAN leads and the designer of PAYDAY.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 33.8%, Strategy 18.1%, RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 6%
Why You'll Like It: A story-led squad tactics game that blends real-time exploration and ambush planning with tense XCOM-style turn-based encounters.
- #26 TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
79% matchVery Positive93% of 9,873 reviews2020
Dev: Dandylion
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 30.6 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: CRPG 27.4%, Tactical RPG 24.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, RPG 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: This exceptionally deep tactical RPG offers a large recruitable cast, elaborate build crafting, and lengthy mission-based turn-based combat.
- #27 Expeditions: Viking
81% matchVery Positive83% of 4,210 reviews2017
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Circa 790 AD. A small band of Norse warriors lands on the shores of England. History may have forgotten their names, but their actions live on. As the chieftain of your clan, let ambition guide your choices in the party-based RPG Expeditions: Viking. How will history remember you?
Why similar: CRPG 18.4%, Character Customization 15.2%, RPG 13.8%, Tactical RPG 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A lower-budget but highly reactive historical CRPG featuring party management, reputation-driven choices, and tactical turn-based combat.
- #28 The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
79% matchVery Positive87% of 8,099 reviews2020
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.1%, RPG 17.5%, Character Customization 16.4%, Strategy 10%, Fantasy 7%
Why You'll Like It: Behind its comic fantasy tone is a polished party tactics RPG with distinct classes, positioning-heavy battles, and character-focused questing.
- #29 Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II
78% matchMixed54% of 2,353 reviews2026
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Fast-paced tactical combat meets strategic management in this sequel to the acclaimed Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus. Take control of either the ancient and deathless Necron legions or the techno-religious acolytes of the Omnissiah, with the fate of a world in your hands.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 14.6%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Character Customization 8%
- #30 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 4,630 reviews2022
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 56.2%, RPG 12.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Fantasy 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RPG whose branching story routes, ethically difficult decisions, class systems, and party combat reward replaying different choices.
- #31 Age of Wonders 4
77% matchVery Positive81% of 23,080 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.5 hrsMean: 61.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Character Customization 10.4%
- #32 Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
75% matchVery Positive84% of 227,089 reviews2024
Dev: Saber InteractivePub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 14.5 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of a Space Marine. Unleash deadly abilities and devastating weaponry to obliterate the relentless Tyranid swarms. Defend the Imperium in spectacular third-person action in solo or multiplayer modes.
Why similar: Co-op 27.7%, Multiplayer 18%, Space 17.6%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #33 Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 139,437 reviews2022
Dev: Fatshark
Windows
Median: 23.9 hrsMean: 104.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise.
Why similar: Co-op 33.4%, Character Customization 30.2%, Atmospheric 14.5%, RPG 14.3%, Action 7.6%
- #34 Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew
75% matchVery Positive91% of 6,595 reviews2023
Dev: Mimimi GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Assemble your crew and set sail on an infamous ghost ship to sneak, stab, and spellcast your way through the Inquisition in this non-linear stealth strategy game. Chart a course, develop uncanny abilities, and use unconventional tactics to find a powerful pirate artifact!
Why similar: CRPG 16%, Tactical RPG 12%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, Romance 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #35 Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 11,055 reviews2019
Dev: Tindalos InteractivePub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2 is the new real-time strategy game adapted from Games Workshop’s famous tabletop game that portrays the epic space battles of the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
Why similar: Space 49.6%, Strategy 18.3%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Co-op 9.6%, Multiplayer 7.3%
- #36 Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II - Anniversary Edition (Classic)
74% matchVery Positive88% of 13,993 reviews2009
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
All of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II in one package. Play the award-winning real-time strategy game in all its glory, including three full campaigns, six multiplayer factions, and a full co-op Last Stand mode with eight unique heroes.
Why similar: Strategy 27.1%, Sci-fi 22.4%, Co-op 16.7%, Multiplayer 16.3%, RPG 5.1%
- #37 Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Prophecy
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,102 reviews2019
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Foul Tyranids rampaging on barren worlds; the mysterious Aeldari waging war on the Imperium; a prophecy that could change the fate of an entire Sector. Purge the unclean with the new Tech-Adept Inquisitor and carry out the Emperor’s will in the grim Action-RPG “WH40k: Inquisitor - Prophecy”.
Why similar: Sci-fi 24.2%, Multiplayer 22.3%, RPG 17.9%, Story Rich 16%, Action 10%
- #38 Ash of Gods: Redemption
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,476 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 18.3%, Tactical RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 12.6%, Choices Matter 8.4%
- #39 Total War: WARHAMMER III
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 149,446 reviews2022
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 29.1 hrsMean: 152.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.2%, Dark Fantasy 18.7%, Strategy 12.7%, Fantasy 10.9%, Co-op 9.7%
- #40 Wildermyth
70% matchVery Positive95% of 18,287 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 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: Tactical RPG 25%, Character Customization 18.7%, Choices Matter 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Story Rich 9.6%
- #41 Space Hulk: Deathwing Enhanced Edition
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 10,939 reviews2018
Dev: Streum On StudioPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Space Hulk: Deathwing - Enhanced Edition is a First-Person Shooter based on Games Workshop’s cult classic board game set in Warhammer 40,000 universe. Expanding upon the original game, and featuring a host of new content, new features and a richer multiplayer mode.
Why similar: Co-op 36.1%, Multiplayer 16.4%, Action 12.2%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Space 8%
- #42 Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun
70% matchVery Positive89% of 18,314 reviews2023
Dev: Auroch DigitalPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Load up your Boltgun and unleash the awesome Space Marine arsenal to blast your way through an explosion of sprites, pixels and blood in a perfect blend of Warhammer 40,000, frenetic gameplay and the stylish visuals of 90’s retro shooters.
Why similar: Sci-fi 39.1%, Action 26.8%, Fantasy 25.6%, Singleplayer 8.5%
- #43 Battlefleet Gothic: Armada (Classic)
73% matchMixed69% of 6,071 reviews2016
Dev: Tindalos InteractivePub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Battlefleet Gothic: Armada is the RTS videogame adaptation of Games Workshop’s classic tabletop game, pitting the Chaos, Imperium, Eldar, and Orks against each other in visceral space-battles.
Why similar: Space 41.1%, Strategy 22.4%, Sci-fi 17.2%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Co-op 3.1%
- #44 Solasta II
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,346 reviews2026
Dev: Tactical Adventures
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
In a Mana-infused land, a dark force led by the enigmatic Shadwyn threatens Neokos. Bring your party of adventurers together across perilous realms in this Turn-Based Tactical RPG based on the SRD 5.2 ruleset. You make the choices, dice decide your destiny.
Why similar: CRPG 23.1%, Tactical RPG 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Character Customization 10.1%, Choices Matter 8.6%
- #45 The Iron Oath
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 926 reviews2023
Dev: Curious Panda GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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: CRPG 19.6%, Tactical RPG 18.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Character Customization 8.8%
- #46 Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition
68% matchVery Positive86% of 12,998 reviews2025
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: Relic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition is the ultimate Dawn of War experience, featuring the original Dawn of War and all its expansions, along with enhanced visuals, an improved camera, and 64-bit platform support.
Why similar: Co-op 25.9%, Multiplayer 23.4%, Sci-fi 21.5%, Strategy 19.2%, Fantasy 5.1%
- #47 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
69% matchVery Positive94% of 3,660 reviews2024
Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
SKALD:Against the Black Priory is a retro-style party-based RPG set in a grim-dark fantasy world of tragic heroes, violent deaths and Lovecraftian horror. Take a chance and roll the dice as you embark on a compelling story filled with deadly creatures, branching story and tactical, turn-based combat
Why similar: CRPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Character Customization 10%, Choices Matter 8%
- #48 Total War: WARHAMMER
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 52,347 reviews2016
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 61.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Old World is yours to command. Lead Legendary Lords in a combination of turn-based campaign and magically charged, strategic real-time battles, and decide the fate of your chosen race in a fight against Chaos.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 28.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 18.2%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy 12.2%
- #49 Vendir: Plague of Lies
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 270 reviews2024
Dev: Early Morning Studio
Windows
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.
Why similar: CRPG 21.4%, Tactical RPG 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.5%, Character Customization 8.1%
- #50 The Thaumaturge
68% matchVery Positive83% of 5,995 reviews2024
Dev: Fool's TheoryPub: 11 bit studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.1 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: CRPG 28.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 14.1%, Choices Matter 10.4%, RPG 7.8%
- #51 BATTLETECH
69% matchVery Positive84% of 33,272 reviews2018
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Sci-fi 16.7%, Strategy 15.1%, Space 12%, Character Customization 11.6%
- #52 MENACE
65% matchVery Positive91% of 13,728 reviews2026
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: CRPG 21.3%, Tactical RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Character Customization 11%
- #53 Stellar Tactics
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,749 reviews2026
Dev: Don WilkinsPub: Maverick Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!
Why similar: CRPG 27.7%, Tactical RPG 23.3%, Character Customization 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.3%, Space 9.4%
- #54 Total War: WARHAMMER II
67% matchVery Positive93% of 121,473 reviews2017
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 40.2 hrsMean: 178.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The forces of Lustria await your command. Choose your Legendary Lord, expand your armies, forge alliances in a strategic turn-based campaign, and unleash the might of your monstrous forces in fast-paced real-time battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%, Strategy 18.1%, Fantasy 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Multiplayer 9.6%
- #55 Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy
65% matchMostly Positive76% of 877 reviews2025
Dev: AtomTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
A love letter to classic Infinity Engine cRPGs from the creators of ATOM RPG, Swordhaven is a turn-based \ RTwP, party-based, dialogue-heavy 85+ hour long adventure set in a world of Nova Drakonia.
Why similar: CRPG 28.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.3%, Character Customization 11.5%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #56 Dark Envoy
67% matchMixed70% of 931 reviews2023
Dev: Event Horizon
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Lead a party of relic hunters in an epic cRPG adventure set in a war-torn Guns N’ Sorcery world. Experiment with a tactical slo-mo and a modern combat system!
Why similar: CRPG 30.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.5%, Character Customization 14.8%, Fantasy 8.6%, Story Rich 8%
- #57 Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine - Anniversary Edition
67% matchVery Positive92% of 33,589 reviews2011
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
In Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine you are Captain Titus, a Space Marine of the Ultramarines chapter and a seasoned veteran of countless battles.
Why similar: Sci-fi 29.8%, Multiplayer 21.2%, Co-op 16.6%, Action 15.3%, Atmospheric 5.2%