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Games Like Wartales

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, RPG, Turn-Based Strategy, Singleplayer.

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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!

Reviews: Very Positive — 85% — of 36,051 reviews
Released: 2023-04-12
Developer: Shiro Games
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 21.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 51.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 90%

Overview

Wartales stands out for combining a grounded medieval mercenary sandbox with squad management, free-roaming exploration, contracts, survival pressures, and deliberate turn-based battles. These recommendations prioritize games that capture its party-building and campaign-layer freedom, with the closest picks emphasizing mercenary-company management and tactical combat over merely sharing a fantasy setting.

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    97% matchVery Positive88% of 28,918 reviews2017
    Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 94.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.3%, Tactical RPG 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Turn-Based 17.2%, RPG 12.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Its harsh sandbox campaign of hiring, equipping, paying, and leading a medieval mercenary company is the closest match to Wartales' core loop.

  2. #2 The Iron Oath
    96% 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: Party-Based RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Open World 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Lead a persistent band of mercenaries through a grim fantasy world, balancing tactical missions, injuries, aging companions, and company reputation.

  3. #3 Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
    95% matchVery Positive88% of 298,242 reviews2022
    Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 62.4 hrsMean: 156.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    A strategy/action RPG. Create a character, engage in diplomacy, craft, trade and conquer new lands in a vast medieval sandbox. Raise armies to lead into battle and command and fight alongside your troops in massive real-time battles using a deep but intuitive skill-based combat system.

    Why similar: Medieval 30.6%, Open World 27.7%, RPG 14.1%, Sandbox 10.1%, Multiplayer 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its open medieval sandbox lets you build a band of warriors, pursue contracts and wealth, and rise through a politically reactive world.

  4. #4 Expeditions: Viking
    96% 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: Turn-Based 23.7%, RPG 21.7%, Medieval 15.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.2%, Tactical RPG 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This grounded historical RPG combines overworld travel, resource management, party development, consequential choices, and tactical turn-based encounters.

  5. #5 Vagrus - The Riven Realms
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 1,889 reviews2021
    Dev: Lost Pilgrims StudioPub: Lost Pilgrims Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Embark on a perilous journey across a realm forsaken by the gods and devastated by an arcane cataclysm. Lead a traveling company through a harsh, unforgiving world where survival is never guaranteed in Vagrus, an award-winning turn-based post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG.

    Why similar: Open World 27.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.1%, Turn-Based 16%, RPG 14.3%, Story Rich 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Managing a caravan crew, supplies, trade routes, contracts, and dangerous expeditions gives it a similarly demanding roaming-company feel.

  6. #6 Expeditions: Rome
    94% 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: Party-Based RPG 30.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.2%, Tactical RPG 16.1%, RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a campaign-scale blend of party-based tactical battles, equipment management, exploration, and leadership decisions in a historical setting.

  7. #7 Stoneshard
    93% matchMostly Positive75% of 35,730 reviews2020
    Dev: Ink Stains GamesPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

    Why similar: RPG 24%, Turn-Based 16.7%, Medieval 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Survival 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Its low-fantasy world, survival needs, punishing travel, contracts, and grounded equipment progression share Wartales' rough adventuring atmosphere.

  8. #8 Urtuk: The Desolation
    92% matchVery Positive88% of 2,546 reviews2021
    Dev: David Kaleta
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Urtuk is an open world, tactical turn-based RPG in a low-fantasy setting. Guide your band of adventurers through the ruins of an ancient world. Recruit new followers, loot the corpses of your fallen foes, and do your best to survive in this harsh and unforgiving realm.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Strategy 5.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It centers on a customizable wandering band, difficult hex-based tactical fights, scavenged gear, and permanent consequences for wounded fighters.

  9. #9 Kenshi
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 117,010 reviews2018
    Dev: Lo-Fi Games
    Windows
    Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 71.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    A free-roaming squad based RPG. Focusing on open-ended sandbox gameplay features rather than a linear story. Be a trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, a slave, or just food for the cannibals. Train your men up from puny victims to master warriors.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 37.4%, Open World 25.8%, RPG 14.5%, Sandbox 12.1%, Survival 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This punishing open-ended sandbox is ideal for players who enjoy recruiting a vulnerable squad, surviving a hostile world, and forging their own mercenary story.

  10. #10 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: Turn-Based Strategy 28.8%, Turn-Based Combat 19.6%, Tactical RPG 17.6%, RPG 11.6%, Strategy 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Although modern rather than medieval, its open campaign map, mercenary hiring, sector management, and excellent turn-based squad combat strongly echo Wartales.

  11. #11 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
    91% matchMixed60% of 714 reviews2024
    Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.2%, Turn-Based 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 15%, RPG 12.2%, Medieval 12%

    Why You'll Like It: Recruit and train a medieval squad, outfit them for missions, and undertake grid-based tactical operations amid a dark feudal conflict.

  12. #12 Solasta: Crown of the Magister
    89% 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: Party-Based RPG 27.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, RPG 12.6%, Online Co-Op 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A strong choice for Wartales players who want more party-based fantasy exploration and deeply tactical, terrain-aware turn-based combat.

  13. #13 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
    89% 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 23.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Medieval 14.1%, Turn-Based 12.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Build a round-table roster and lead them through weighty turn-based tactical missions with injuries, morality systems, and kingdom-level decisions.

  14. #14 Wildermyth
    88% 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: Party-Based RPG 40%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Tactical RPG 16.8%, Turn-Based 10.5%, RPG 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its procedural campaigns create memorable long-term party stories through tactical combat, travel, relationships, and lasting character changes.

  15. #15 For The King
    87% matchVery Positive88% of 43,840 reviews2018
    Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.

    Why similar: Open World 15.8%, Turn-Based 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Party-Based RPG 10.8%, RPG 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Its procedural expeditions, party coordination, world-map movement, and survival-minded resource management make it a lighter but fitting alternative.

  16. #16 Our Adventurer Guild
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,614 reviews2024
    Dev: GreenGuy
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 27.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 41%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.8%, RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%, Tactical RPG 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Manage a growing adventurer guild by recruiting heroes, taking contracts, developing facilities, and fighting tactical turn-based battles.

  17. #17 For The King II
    86% matchMostly Positive71% of 16,225 reviews2023
    Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Battle against Fahrul's tyrannical Queen alone or as a party of four players in the sequel to For The King, the massively popular turn-based roguelite tabletop RPG. Will you unravel the once beloved Queen's terrible secret?

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 24.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, RPG 9.9%, Open World 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This co-op-friendly roguelite adventure combines party travel across an overworld, supplies and encounters, and accessible turn-based combat.

  18. #18 Gloomhaven
    84% matchVery Positive82% of 16,147 reviews2021
    Dev: Flaming Fowl StudiosPub: Twin Sails Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Lead your band of mercenaries in the land of Gloomhaven, work with unsavoury individuals, shape the fate of the region, fight your way through horrific places and get rich or die trying in this ruthless Tactical-RPG.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Tactical RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Turn-Based 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a demanding tactical campaign where a persistent mercenary party improves its abilities, manages retirement, and tackles difficult missions cooperatively.

  19. #19 The Banner Saga
    85% matchVery Positive89% of 15,975 reviews2014
    Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.9%, Tactical RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based 20%, RPG 13.9%, Strategy 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its bleak caravan journey, difficult resource choices, permanent losses, and tactical battles capture Wartales' sense of leading people through hardship.

  20. #20 Songs of Conquest
    83% matchVery Positive86% of 13,568 reviews2024
    Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 Strategy 33%, Turn-Based Combat 22.2%, Tactical RPG 21%, Co-op 13.1%, Strategy 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: While more kingdom-focused, its medieval-fantasy exploration map, resource gathering, recruitment, and tactical battles offer a broader strategic alternative.

  21. #21 Baldur's Gate 3
    81% 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: Turn-Based Combat 32.3%, RPG 30.1%, Online Co-Op 10.5%, Multiplayer 8.5%, Story Rich 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Players who value exploring a reactive world with a customizable party and rich tactical combat will find a more narrative-focused counterpart here.

  22. #22 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
    84% matchVery Positive88% of 6,367 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: RPG 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Tactical RPG 17%, Turn-Based Combat 15.4%, Turn-Based 9.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides highly customizable squad building, challenging grid tactics, and a lengthy fantasy campaign with meaningful character progression.

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    82% 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: Party-Based RPG 30.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.8%, Tactical RPG 20.9%, RPG 12.3%, Exploration 4.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers expansive exploration, cooperative party adventuring, flexible character builds, and unusually systemic turn-based encounters.

  24. #24 Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition
    82% 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: Party-Based RPG 34.9%, RPG 23.2%, Medieval 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%, Turn-Based 8%

    Why You'll Like It: Its large adventure map, recruitable party, kingdom responsibilities, and optional turn-based combat suit players wanting a denser CRPG version of Wartales.

  25. #25 The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 8,099 reviews2020
    Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32%, RPG 25.7%, Turn-Based 24.1%, Strategy 6.8%, Adventure 5.2%

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  26. #26 Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 14,883 reviews2022
    Dev: Dancing Dragon Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.6 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 28%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.6%, Party-Based RPG 18.5%, RPG 14.8%, Story Rich 4.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Build and customize squads from a broad roster, manage their equipment and classes, and lead them through large-scale tactical fantasy battles.

  27. #27 Horizon's Gate
    80% matchVery Positive95% of 1,268 reviews2020
    Dev: Rad Codex
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 40.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Voyage into the wide world of Eral as an explorer, trader, or privateer. Defeat your enemies on land or at sea in deep but straightforward tactical combat. Unravel the secrets behind Dominio's betrayal – or sail off in search of your own adventure.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Open World 15.3%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Its open-ended world lets you recruit a party, take jobs, explore freely, trade, and engage in flexible tactical combat with a strong sandbox spirit.

  28. #28 SKALD: Against the Black Priory
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 3,660 reviews2024
    Dev: High North Studios ASPub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

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    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.8%, Party-Based RPG 29.7%, RPG 11.4%, Strategy 7.6%, Exploration 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This old-school party RPG emphasizes dangerous expeditions, grounded character progression, tactical combat, and an oppressive low-fantasy atmosphere.

  29. #29 Tactics Ogre: Reborn
    79% 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.

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  30. #30 Age of Wonders 4
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 23,080 reviews2023
    Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
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    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!

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  31. #31 Darkest Dungeon®
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 162,804 reviews2016
    Dev: Red Hook Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 45.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

    Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 47.9%, RPG 23.3%, Turn-Based 20.9%, Strategy 5.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Its expedition preparation, roster management, stress and injury systems, and brutal turn-based battles match Wartales' concern for every party member's survival.

  32. #32 Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 48,452 reviews2023
    Dev: Owlcat Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 59.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.

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    77% matchVery Positive85% of 22,446 reviews2020
    Dev: inXile Entertainment
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    The Adventurers is a turn-based tactical RPG where every decision shapes your legacy. Lead your party of heroes in an open world filled with random events that affect your story. Survive a high fantasy landscape where your epic saga is waiting to be written.

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  36. #36 Glorious Companions
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    Dev: Ancient Forge
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    73% matchVery Positive80% of 21,714 reviews2024
    Dev: Donkey Crew
    Windows
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    Why similar: Open World 26.9%, Medieval 21.9%, Survival 11.7%, Co-op 9.5%, Online Co-Op 8.6%

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    Dev: Laps Games
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    Dive into a living medieval fantasy sandbox RPG where the world moves with or without you and factions rise and fall. Become a thief, hunter, or sellsword, survive alone or with a party, and shape your story in a fully enterable world where every building, cave, and road hides opportunity or danger.

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    Dev: Long JauntPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
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  40. #40 Dead Monarchy
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    Dev: Kevin Zhang
    Windows

    Dead Monarchy is an open-world, turn-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy world. Personally lead and manage your mercenary company as the captain and embark on your personal quest to defeat the arena champions.

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    72% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,555 reviews2025
    Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
    Windows
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    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 25.4%, Open World 19.1%, Medieval 14.4%, Tactical RPG 11.5%, RPG 9.7%

  42. #42 MENACE
    68% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 26.6%, Tactical RPG 18.7%, Turn-Based Combat 17.9%, Turn-Based 17.1%, RPG 12.7%

  43. #43 Veterum
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 252 reviews2026
    Dev: Crasleen Games
    Windows · Linux

    Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26%, Tactical RPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Medieval 11.4%, RPG 11.1%

  44. #44 Medieval Dynasty
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 52,440 reviews2021
    Dev: Render CubePub: Toplitz Productions
    Windows
    Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 36.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Hunt, survive, build and lead in the harsh Middle Ages: Create your own Medieval Dynasty and ensure its long-lasting prosperity or die trying! Play alone or team up with friends to enjoy the ultimate medieval experience.

    Why similar: Medieval 22.4%, Open World 21.9%, Co-op 14.9%, RPG 10.2%, Survival 9.3%

  45. #45 Lost Eidolons
    72% matchMixed68% of 2,410 reviews2022
    Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Tactical RPG 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.7%, Turn-Based 11.5%

  46. #46 Immortal Tactics: War of the Eternals
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 101 reviews2022
    Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
    Windows

    Experience a Fast-Paced Roguelite Turn-Based Strategy game with a New Turn-Based System which will need you to plan early on and create strategies that would lead your army to victory. Create an army with different Characters and Leaders to choose from and explore this Roguelite world.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Medieval 14.1%, Open World 13.8%, Tactical RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%

  47. #47 Plague Lords: Witch Hunt
    71% matchMixed56% of 140 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Unit StudiosPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows

    What seemed like an easy coin leads a small detachment of mercenaries and their employer to a barony lost in the woods, afflicted by a strange disease. The prologue to Plague Lords will introduce you to the basics of the game and take control of a small squad of trained soldiers.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Open World 15.4%, Tactical RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Turn-Based 12.5%

  48. #48 Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 22,960 reviews2026
    Dev: UnfrozenPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29%, Turn-Based 15.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, RPG 13.7%, Sandbox 9.8%

  49. #49 Manor Lords
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 92,096 reviews2024
    Dev: Slavic MagicPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows
    Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.

    Why similar: Open World 45.5%, Sandbox 21.6%, Survival 18.3%, Strategy 11.4%, Singleplayer 3.2%

  50. #50 Warbanners
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 615 reviews2017
    Dev: Crasleen Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Tactical RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.2%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Medieval 12.1%

  51. #51 King's Bounty II
    71% matchMixed62% of 5,542 reviews2021
    Dev: Fulqrum GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.4%, RPG 15.7%, Medieval 15%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%

  52. #52 Sandwalkers - Prologue
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 188 reviews2024
    Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Sandwalkers is a roguelike turn-based strategy game. Convoy goods to neighboring tribes, build relationships, survive hostile creatures, and discover a new world. Inspired by great games like Wartales, Curious Expedition, or For The King.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 33.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.1%, RPG 11.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%, Strategy 5%

  53. #53 Going Medieval
    65% matchVery Positive89% of 21,464 reviews2026
    Dev: Foxy VoxelPub: Mythwright
    Windows
    Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Build and manage your own castle settlement in a land reclaimed by wilderness. With detailed management, survival strategy, and a moddable sandbox world, Going Medieval challenges you to build the mightiest colony this side of the apocalypse.

    Why similar: RPG 31%, Sandbox 26.9%, Survival 23.7%, Strategy 14.4%, Singleplayer 4.1%

  54. #54 Mount & Blade
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 6,733 reviews2008
    Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Calradia is a land at war, offering great riches and even greater dangers to adventurers and mercenaries that flock to shed their blood on its soil. With courage and a strong sword, an unknown stranger can make a name as a warrior. Free-form sand-box gameplay.

    Why similar: Medieval 31.6%, Open World 26.6%, RPG 20%, Sandbox 8.9%, Strategy 4.8%

  55. #55 Low Magic Age
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 3,533 reviews2017
    Dev: Low Magic Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based Combat 13.1%, Medieval 12.7%, Turn-Based 11.8%

  56. #56 Solasta II
    66% 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: Party-Based RPG 29.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, Tactical RPG 16.4%, RPG 10.3%, Online Co-Op 8.1%

  57. #57 Of Blades & Tails
    68% matchMostly Positive76% of 412 reviews2023
    Dev: Felix LaukelPub: Pineapple Works
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    A turn-based RPG that is action-oriented but rewards a thoughtful approach. Explore a fantastic land populated by different animal tribes. Follow the main story or hunt for treasures in ancient ruins and mysterious dungeons. Develop your character and gain powerful equipment.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Medieval 17.9%, Open World 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, RPG 9.8%

  58. #58 Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 183 reviews2018
    Dev: Wave Light Games Inc.
    Windows

    Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.

    Why similar: RPG 17.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based 14%, Tactical RPG 13.1%

  59. #59 Mount & Blade: Warband
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 172,245 reviews2010
    Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 18.6 hrsMean: 121.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

    Why similar: Medieval 34.5%, Open World 26.5%, RPG 15.6%, Sandbox 9.2%, Multiplayer 6.5%

  60. #60 Endless RPG - Untold Tales
    65% matchVery Positive98% of 95 reviews2025
    Dev: Kezarus
    Windows

    Craft a party of diverse characters, each with customizable skills and looks. Explore a living world with dynamic day-night cycles, changing seasons, and diverse biomes. Embark on an epic journey where you shape your destiny as the director of your unique story.

    Why similar: Party-Based RPG 31.2%, Open World 17.8%, Medieval 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, RPG 11.2%

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