- #1 Gears Tactics
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,500 reviews2020
Dev: Splash DamagePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Gears Tactics is the fast-paced, turn-based strategy game from one of the most-acclaimed video game franchises – Gears of War. Outnumbered and fighting for survival, recruit and command your squad to hunt down an evil mastermind who makes monsters.
Why similar: Strategy 40.9%, Turn-Based 37.1%, Tactical 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.8%, Multiplayer 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-production, fast-paced tactical experience that emphasizes aggressive positioning and squad synergy.
- #2 BATTLETECH
96% matchVery Positive84% of 32,635 reviews2018
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 43.6 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 40.7%, Strategy 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Tactical 14.4%, Multiplayer 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep, turn-based tactical combat centered around customizable mechs, mirroring the core appeal of Warmachine.
- #3 Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
96% matchVery Positive91% of 14,312 reviews2018
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.8 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 37.7%, Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Tactical 16.7%, RPG 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar grim, tactical experience with a focus on squad management and powerful, specialized units.
- #4 Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector
94% matchVery Positive88% of 6,417 reviews2021
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.9 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 30.7%, Strategy 27.4%, Turn-Based 20.7%, Tactical 17.4%, Multiplayer 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers large-scale, turn-based tactical battles that feel very similar to the tabletop wargaming roots of the seed game.
- #5 Mordheim: City of the Damned
95% matchMostly Positive70% of 8,319 reviews2015
Dev: Rogue FactorPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Mordheim: City of the Damned is the first video game adaptation of Games Workshop's cult classic tabletop game Mordheim. Set in the Warhammer World's decimated Empire city, Mordheim: City of the Damned is a turn-based tactical game where you lead warbands into bloody and lethal skirmishes.
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.5%, Tactical 22.4%, Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Multiplayer 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A direct adaptation of a tabletop game that captures the gritty, lethal, and tactical feel of squad-based combat.
- #6 Chaos Reborn
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,136 reviews2015
Dev: Snapshot Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Turn-based wizard combat with the tactical positioning of chess and the bluff of poker. Features wizard customization, 100s of gear items, single player realm adventures, online leagues and co-op play.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.5%, Strategy 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Tactical 10.2%, Multiplayer 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: Designed by the creator of Laser Squad, this game features magic-heavy, grid-based tactical combat with strong tabletop influences.
- #7 SteamWorld Heist
93% 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: Steampunk 39.9% ★, Turn-Based 35%, Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.7%, RPG 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed tactical game that focuses on positioning and ricochet mechanics in a unique 2D perspective.
- #8 Iron Harvest
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 15,723 reviews2020
Dev: KING ArtPub: Prime Matter
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A classic real-time strategy game with an epic single player campaign, multiplayer & coop, set in the alternate reality of 1920+
Why similar: Steampunk 57.3% ★, Strategy 35.3%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: An RTS that perfectly captures the steampunk mech aesthetic and tactical combat feel of the Iron Kingdoms.
- #9 WARBORN
92% 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: Turn-Based 40.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, Tactical 16.5%, Strategy 16.2%, Multiplayer 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features mechs and grid-based tactical combat that directly align with the core gameplay loop of Warmachine.
- #10 XCOM® 2
91% matchVery Positive85% of 107,051 reviews2016
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 61.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Tactical 19.9%, Strategy 16.8%, RPG 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for squad-based tactical combat, offering intense turn-based encounters and deep unit customization.
- #11 Into the Breach
88% 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 32.1%, Turn-Based 29.5%, Strategy 23.2%, Tactical 11.3%, Indie 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in grid-based tactical combat where positioning and predicting enemy moves are paramount.
- #12 Acaratus
90% matchMixed50% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: Nodbrim Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Acaratus is a turnbased tactical RPG set in a medieval steampunk world where you build and fight with your mechanized battle suits to help Adina free the people enslaved by the emperor Helios, their oppressor.
Why similar: Turn-Based 46%, Strategy 41%, RPG 5%, Indie 4.6%, Adventure 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Allows for deep customization of mechs, which are then used in turn-based tactical combat on a grid.
- #13 Ironclad Tactics
89% matchMixed69% of 621 reviews2013
Dev: Zachtronics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Ironclad Tactics is a fast-paced, card-based tactics game set in an alternate history Civil War - with steam-powered military robots!
Why similar: Steampunk 47.8% ★, Strategy 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Tactical 11.9%, Indie 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: A card-based tactical game that features steampunk mechs and requires careful planning of unit deployment.
- #14 Wargroove
87% matchVery Positive83% of 5,221 reviews2019
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!
Why similar: Turn-Based 32%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%, Strategy 21.4%, Tactical 15.4%, Multiplayer 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic grid-based tactical strategy game that emphasizes unit types and terrain advantages.
- #15 Steam Squad
89% matchMixed65% of 89 reviews2016
Dev: Bretwalda Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Steam Squad - a classical tactical wargame with honest physics simulation of battles set in an alternative universe during the First World War. Players acting for the 3 of the superpowers - the Holy Roman, British and Tianxian Empires complete 30 missions with squads of up to 8 units.
Why similar: Steampunk 38.7% ★, Turn-Based 36.4%, Strategy 22.4%, Indie 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed tactical game that focuses on turn-based squad combat in an alternate history setting.
- #16 Jagged Alliance 3
84% 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: Strategy 28.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.7%, Tactical 25.5%, Turn-Based 17.1%, RPG 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, squad-based tactical combat with a high degree of freedom and strategic depth.
- #17 Fantasy Wars
86% matchVery Positive86% of 308 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Fantasy Wars is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Combining both classic strategy gameplay and sophisticated 3D graphics players can experience epic battles like never before. Taking place in a fantasy world of Human kingdoms, Orc clans, Dwarfs' citadels and Elven forests the player is thrust into a world of war and...
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.5%, Strategy 31.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Tactical 7.8%, Fantasy 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy-themed tactical strategy game that focuses on army composition and terrain control.
- #18 Super Dungeon Tactics
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 147 reviews2016
Dev: Underbite Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Super Dungeon® Tactics is a classic turn-based game featuring exciting, new gameplay mechanics. Along with traditional RPG characters making you feel right at home, the dynamic gameplay will keep you on your toes.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Strategy 16.7%, Tactical 11.7%, Tabletop 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A tabletop-inspired tactical game that focuses on party composition and dice-based combat mechanics.
- #19 Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden
83% matchVery Positive90% of 20,374 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 34%, Strategy 29.1%, Tactical 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, RPG 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines stealth-based exploration with turn-based tactical combat in a unique, atmospheric world.
- #20 Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion
85% matchMixed64% of 104 reviews2015
Dev: Witching Hour StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion is a turn-based wargame, where strategic troop placement is essential to succeed, but this is just one of the many choices you will face while fighting your way through your many battles!
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.7%, Strategy 29.5%, Tactical 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, RPG 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique, grid-based tactical system that emphasizes formation and unit command.
- #21 Crowntakers
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 681 reviews2014
Dev: Bulwark StudiosPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil.
Why similar: Turn-Based 40%, Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Tactical 12.4%, Fantasy 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that blends exploration with grid-based combat encounters.
- #22 Blood Bowl 2
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,064 reviews2015
Dev: Cyanide StudiosPub: Nacon
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Blood Bowl 2 smashes Warhammer and American football together, in an explosive cocktail of turn-based strategy, humour and brutality, adapted from Games Workshop’s famous boardgame.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Tactical 16.5%, Strategy 15.8%, Multiplayer 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful tabletop adaptation that provides a complex, turn-based tactical experience with a distinct fantasy flair.
- #23 The Banner Saga
81% 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 44.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Strategy 16.5%, Tactical 14.3%, RPG 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique tactical combat system where unit health and strength are tied to their effectiveness in battle.
- #24 Last Regiment
81% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2020
Dev: Boomzap Inc
Windows
Engage in epic simultaneous turn-based combat in this fusion of cards and turn-based strategy. Assemble your regiment, claim your territory, and lead your forces to triumph!
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.9%, Strategy 18.6%, Tactical 9%, Multiplayer 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game that combines unit movement with card-based abilities for deeper combat variety.
- #25 Scythe: Digital Edition
79% matchVery Positive90% of 3,763 reviews2018
Dev: The Knights of Unity
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!
Why similar: Turn-Based 29.7%, Steampunk 26.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Strategy 12.7%, Tactical 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A board game adaptation that features iconic steampunk mechs and strategic territory control.
- #26 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
79% 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: Turn-Based 61%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.6%, RPG 8.1%, Fantasy 6.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive tactical RPG that offers deep, grid-based combat and complex unit management.
- #27 Airship Dragoon
82% matchMixed50% of 62 reviews2014
Dev: YorkshireRifles
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Uber-Hardcore, Turn-Based, Steampunk, Squad Tactics. Battle 6 other factions for control of Pangea in emergent, tactical gameplay.
Why similar: Steampunk 35.6% ★, Turn-Based 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Strategy 12.3%, Tactical 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A steampunk-themed tactical strategy game that features airship combat and squad-based ground encounters.
- #28 TRIANGLE STRATEGY
78% 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: Strategy 51.3%, Tactical 28.4%, Tabletop 11.6%, RPG 8%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides intricate, grid-based tactical combat with a heavy emphasis on positioning and character abilities.
- #29 TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE
78% 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: Turn-Based 40.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 27.3%, Strategy 19.8%, Fantasy 4.8%, Multiplayer 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical game that focuses on capturing objectives and managing unit production.
- #30 Clatter
77% matchVery Positive83% of 1,223 reviews2018
Dev: Facepunch Studios
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Create and command your own customizable squads of fighting robots in this turn-based, arena tactics game.
Why similar: Strategy 32.2%, Turn-Based 30.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Tactical 12.9%, Indie 4%
- #31 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
75% 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 40.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Strategy 15%, Tactical 14.4%, Fantasy 4.5%
- #32 One-inch Tactics
74% matchVery Positive94% of 89 reviews2024
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Turn the tide of the war with nuanced strategies in One-inch Tactics, introducing players to a unique turn-based strategy experience.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 21%, Tactical 18.9%, Strategy 16.6%, Tabletop 6.3%
- #33 Steam Tactics
77% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2017
Dev: Igor Rashkuev
Windows · Mac
Welcome aboard your airship, captain! Engage in tactical combats, upgrade your ships and weapons, level up your pilots.
Why similar: Steampunk 40.2% ★, Turn-Based 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Tactical 10.2%, Strategy 8%
- #34 SOVL: Fantasy Warfare
72% matchVery Positive88% of 2,545 reviews2023
Dev: Dalen Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
SOVL is a ruleset for playing fantasy wargames. It can be played with miniatures on a table or digitally on Steam.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.8%, Strategy 24%, Tactical 20.8%, Tabletop 13%, Fantasy 6%
- #35 Phantom Brigade
73% matchVery Positive80% of 4,177 reviews2023
Dev: Brace Yourself Games
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Phantom Brigade 2.0 is a cinematic, tactical mech strategy game with a revolutionary timeline-based command system. See the future, predict enemy actions, and plot your counterattack on the timeline! Recruit and level up your squad of rebels to retake war-torn Fyrland from the Kaskad occupation.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.1%, Tactical 33.4%, Strategy 28.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #36 Ground Breakers
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: UnitedIndie
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Battle with robots on dynamic, randomly generated battlegrounds, as you attempt to take on the world in this unique turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Strategy 32.8%, Turn-Based 25.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Tactical 13.8%, Multiplayer 4%
- #37 Skygard Arena
71% 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: Turn-Based 36.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Strategy 17.4%, Tactical 11.9%, Fantasy 4.4%
- #38 Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Storm Ground
73% matchMixed60% of 1,113 reviews2021
Dev: Gasket GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Conquer the Mortal Realms! The first strategy videogame adaptation of Age of Sigmar’s dark-fantasy universe. Lead your highly-customisable force in challenging roguelike campaigns, unlocking new units, equipment and skills in dynamic, turn-based warfare.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 45.7%, Strategy 40%, Fantasy 8.7%, Multiplayer 4.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #39 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
72% 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 31.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.8%, Strategy 16.8%, Tactical 15.1%, Fantasy 3.8%
- #40 Iron Tides
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 79 reviews2017
Dev: Crash Wave Games Inc.
Windows · Mac
This "rogue-like Viking simulator" is an adventure at sea with epic tactical battles and dungeon-crawler elements. Conscript your warriors and prepare for a new raiding season!
Why similar: Strategy 41%, Turn-Based 32.2%, Tactical 18.9%, Indie 5.4%, Adventure 2.6%
- #41 Shields of Loyalty
68% 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 33.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Tactical 17.3%, Strategy 14.3%, Tabletop 7.3%
- #42 Mechabellum
66% matchVery Positive84% of 18,295 reviews2024
Dev: Game RiverPub: Dreamhaven
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 53.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Command massive armies in this epic mech auto-battler. Draft your troops, customize your units, master your formations, and crush enemies in spectacular 3D battles. All strategy, no clickfest. Outsmart opponents in 1v1, 2v2, free-for-all, or Survival Mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.3%, Tactical 20.1%, Strategy 19.2%, Multiplayer 5%
- #43 Wizard Warfare
70% matchVery Positive98% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27%, Turn-Based 22.3%, Strategy 22.1%, Tactical 20.8%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #44 Dark Quest 2
69% matchVery Positive84% of 653 reviews2018
Dev: Brain Seal Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG where you control a party of heroes on your epic quest to defeat the evil sorcerer and his minions.
Why similar: Turn-Based 52%, Strategy 24.2%, Tactical 10.5%, RPG 3.8%, Indie 2.9%
- #45 Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 304 reviews2017
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Build an army and lead your heroes into battle in an epic fantasy strategy game. Hex Commander: Fantasy Heroes is a turn-based strategy game that will put you right in the middle of war between Humans, Orcs, Goblins, Elves, Dwarves and the undead.
Why similar: Turn-Based 52.8%, Strategy 39%, Indie 4.7%, Fantasy 3.5%
- #46 Steam Marines
71% matchMixed50% of 333 reviews2014
Dev: Worthless Bums
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.9%, Strategy 21%, Tactical 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Steampunk 11.2% ★
- #47 Tactical Breach Wizards
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 11,483 reviews2024
Dev: Suspicious Developments
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
In Tactical Breach Wizards, you lead a team of renegade wizards in kevlar through turn-based battles to unravel a modern conspiracy plot. Combine their unique spells in clever ways, or rewind time to try every crazy plan you can think of to punch a Traffic Warlock through a 4th story window.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%, Tactical 18.3%, Strategy 8.3%, Fantasy 2.5%
- #48 Techwars Online
70% matchMixed63% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: Argus Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Immerse yourself in a world of old-school turn-based strategy with massive combat mechs. Real hardcore PvP: two factions, each with just one mech with 20 additional specializations and a pilot-neuroimplant system.
Why similar: Strategy 36.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 32.2%, Tactical 20.7%, Multiplayer 4.9%, Indie 4.7%
- #49 Moonbreaker
64% matchVery Positive84% of 1,448 reviews2024
Dev: Unknown Worlds EntertainmentPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Moonbreaker is a turn-based strategy, tactical skirmish game. The game is designed to be a true digital miniatures experience, set in an expansive sci-fi universe crafted by Brandon Sanderson. Direct Captain and Crew in gripping, ever-changing competition and adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 41.3%, Strategy 30.4%, Tabletop 11.6%, Multiplayer 9%, Fantasy 6.6%
- #50 Immortal Empire
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 309 reviews2015
Dev: Tactic Studios Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Immortal Empire is a multiplayer tactics role playing game. Control a party of up to 5 immortals as you travel through a unique fantasy world, using spells and strategy to defeat your enemies. Play co-op, versus, or solo through a compelling campaign storyline with fully voiced characters.
Why similar: Strategy 37.2%, Turn-Based 31.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, RPG 4.5%, Multiplayer 3.8%
- #51 New Arc Line
64% matchMostly Positive78% of 707 reviews2024
Dev: DreamatePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Take a stand in the eternal conflict between Arcane Magic and Steampunk Revolution and tip the uneasy balance between sorcery, elves, dwarves and mysterious monsters on one side and steampunk gadgets, zeppelins, and tesla guns on the other in this single-player, party-based, story-rich RPG.
Why similar: Steampunk 87.9% ★, Fantasy 7.6%, RPG 3.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #52 Battle for Wesnoth
65% 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 31.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.9%, Strategy 23.4%, Tactical 5.4%, Fantasy 4.3%
- #53 Age of Grit
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 65 reviews2022
Dev: IQ Soup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Adventure across a Wild West world in a rickety, steampunk airship! Inspired by the likes of Firefly and the classic CRPGs of old. A unique setting filled with rich lore, deep stories, and adventure! Contend with outlaws, gunslingers, and bounty hunters in an epic quest for redemption and revenge!
Why similar: Steampunk 38.6% ★, Turn-Based 28.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Tactical 7.2%, Strategy 6.4%
- #54 Fallen: A2P Protocol
71% 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 42.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Strategy 18.6%, Tactical 14.8%, RPG 2.5%