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ODD JOB is a modern take on the 90-degree, tile-based, RPG dungeon crawler genre. With old-school vibes and fresh rogue-like mechanics, it combines classic gameplay with a new and immersive twist. You are part of Human Fist, a revolutionary group fighting to stop robots from taking human jobs. Infiltrate Human Robotics and delve deeper into enemy territory as you battle machines and uncover the c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odd Job.

BUILD YOUR OWN COMBAT SHIPTake command in Pixelorbit, a Space ARPG about loot, progression and building your own combat ship. Fight through hostile sectors, collect powerful items, explore an MMO-inspired galaxy and shape your ship through Extras, Mods and Passives. Instead of following a fixed upgrade path, you create your own playstyle — stacking effects, modifying your weapons and turning upgr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixelorbit.

Space Grunts is a combination of turn-based tactics and fast paced arcade action. Navigate your way through procedurally generated space stations, taking out enemies or using the shockwave of your rockets, grenades and other explosions to simply move those enemies out of the way on your path to the end goal. (Planned) Key features Fast turn-based gameplay (as seen and enjoyed in the original S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Grunts 3.

PoW is an immersive open-world RPG that rewards exploration with exciting surprises at every turn. One of the key features of the game is its customizable gameplay, which allows you to distribute stats freely among your three characters and choose from a vast array of over 50 unique skills and three factions, each with its own unique gear. This not only affects your options in combat but als… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planet of War: The Legend of Fu.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

80% User Score Based on 430 reviews

Critic Score 100%Based on 1 reviews

The game mechanics were based directly on those used in the tabletop role-playing games Tunnels and Trolls and Mercenaries, Spies and Private Eyes created by Wasteland developers Ken St. Andre and Michael Stackpole. Characters in Wasteland consequently have various statistics (strength, intelligence and luck among others) that allow them to use different skills and weapons. Experience is gained th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wasteland.

Turn based combat with immersive ShootingThe core gameplay of Galactic Space Guard is turn-based tactical combat. Position your units cleverly, take aim, and eliminate enemy forces. What sets it apart is a unique twist: the shooting mechanics feel more like a third-person shooter than a traditional tactics game. You manually aim with each squad member, and every shot is calculated individually, t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Space Guard.

For fans of 90s Old-school post-apocalyptic survival horror RPG If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DUST - post apocalyptic rpg.

Archrebel is a sci-fi turn-based strategy war game, strongly inspired by the classic Rebelstar released in 1986. In Archrebel, players control a few dozen units on a grid-based map, performing actions limited by a classic action-point system similar to the one found in UFO: Enemy Unknown. Below is the description of features that contrast with the classic Rebelstar. Classic features: Turn-based… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Archrebel Tactics.

⚔️ Bienvenue dans l'univers épique de Fluffy Fighters⚔️  ⚔️ Plongez dans un monde médiéval où vous contrôlez une équipe de chats ⚔️ chevaliers miniatures. Préparez-vous à affronter d'autres équipes dans des arènes stratégiques, où chaque décision compte ! ⚔️ Gameplay : Combat Tactique au Tour par Tour : Planifiez les mouvements et les attaques de vos chats sur une grille de combat. La stratégie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fluffy Fighters - Tactical.

Embrace the untamed remnants of a shattered world, scavenge, craft, and conquer to rise as the beacon of hope in the desolate Echo of Extinction In the desolate remnants of a world once thriving, you must scavenge and explore the open landscapes of Echo of Extinction. Uncover precious resources scattered throughout, harnessing their power to forge formidable gear. With each crafted weapon and ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echo of Extinction.

RPG1 is a single player post-apocalyptic retro-inspired roguelike party management roleplaying game with lots of other applicable superlatives, set in the not-so-distant future.  In the post-corporate apocalypse, the planet is a devastated wasteland of toxic waste, flowing radioactive magma, and horribly disfigured mutant survivors and, of course, yourself, the lone wanderer exploring the life aro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RPG1: Rancid Polluted Globe - Radioactive Plastic Wasteland.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

87% User Score Based on 165 reviews

Inspired by classic western isometric RPGs, this is an intentionally short hardcore role-playing game set in space 20 years after a major conflict over asteroid mining. Roleplaying Multiple solutions Choice & Consequence Optional but unlimited violence Note: this is a stand-alone prologue for the full game. While it also serves the purpose of the demo version, it has the beginning, substantia… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Wreck.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

81% User Score Based on 27 reviews

Bionic Battle Mutants is an indie old school turnbased tactical game. Where you can build your own team of cyberneticly enhanced super mutants. Fighting your way through the Deathzone of the outlaw planet Cerberus 7. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bionic Battle Mutants.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

75% User Score Based on 178 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

Tactical adventure inspired by XCOM and legendary sci-fi novels. Lead team of space rangers, outsmart alien monsters and discover secrets of uncharted planet. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

68% User Score Based on 63 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 1 reviews

After The End: The Harvest is an immersive retro space adventure and exploration RPG. Seamlessly travel across space, catch monsters, take on quests and fight monsters in whatever order you choose. Fly your ship, land on planets and hunt gigantic titans. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After The End: The Harvest.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere

96% User Score Based on 114 reviews

Explore an alien world, meet a variety of eccentric characters, unveil an unconventional story, and experience a combat system that blends turn-based strategy with skillful combo execution in this classically-inspired retro RPG adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kor.

Caten VillageIn an age of endless war, the small border village of Caten becomes the starting point of destiny. Players take control of Iori, a young kid drawn into the chaos of the continent. Caten Village is a story-driven traditional turn-based RPG, where you’ll explore the land, meet allies, and make choices that shape the future of the world. Game Features: Classic turn-based combat insp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 卡恩特村.

Investigate a signal emanating from deep within the moon and fight through a dark reflection of human nature. Are you being tested, or punished for the actions of humanity? Descent of Lunaris is a classic dungeon-crawling turn-based RPG inspired by Wizardry and Shin Megami Tensei. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Descent Of Lunaris.

A Classic JRPG ReimaginedValley of Rain is a turn-based JRPG inspired by the golden age of 16-bit adventures. Set out with Aerin from her quiet seaside home and venture into a mysterious valley filled with forgotten ruins, strange creatures, ancient magic, and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Master the Art of Turn-Based CombatTake your time, study your enemies, and choose your actions carefull… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Valley of Rains.

Intergalactic Defenders is a retro-inspired space shooter combining fast-paced arcade action with rogue-like progression and handcrafted pixel art. If you love classic shoot 'em up (shmup) gameplay with modern upgrades and replayability, this is your next obsession. The year is 2187. Humanity's colonies are under siege. The alien Caedons have launched a merciless invasion — and you're the United … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intergalactic Defenders.

Embark on a Magical Adventure in "LITTLE BOY: Whisper Tales"! Overview: "LITTLE BOY: Whisper Tales" is a captivating side-scrolling action shooting game that brings the enchanting world of classic fairy tales to life. Developed in a charming casual Disney animation style, the game invites players to explore and restore the order of beloved storybook worlds turned chaotic. Story: Players … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LITTLE BOY: Whisper Tales.

The distant planet of Eldo is rarely reached by space freighters from the central worlds. It is inhabited by the Tarabs, for whom the technology of interstellar travel is intertwined with archaic superstition. Sand Nomads is an open world turn-based RPG which has you leading a company of nomads in a dangerous sci-fi world. You decide where to go, whom to hire or to fight, what contracts to take … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sand Nomads.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

78% User Score Based on 36 reviews

The Wreckage resounds with the echoes of countless songs, filling the air of a constantly shifting maze where bravery and sacrifice are key to staying alive. Then, without warning, one song goes silent. Will you step into this dicey labyrinth and uncover its secrets in this minimalist and dark RPG? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Songs of Rats.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

70% User Score Based on 337 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

A poetic, roguelike space odyssey in a procedurally generated world When home is no more... Resources are sparse. The world is infinite and unknown. The universe is lonely, open and unforgiving. You're drifting, in a big, empty and silent space. Searching for a new home. You know a few coordinates to some random locations; but this is the only information you got. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RymdResa.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

79% User Score Based on 107 reviews

Might is Right is an old-school turn-based strategy game, it has simple controls and deep complex mechanics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Might is Right.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

87% User Score Based on 24 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Fight all of the bad guys! Axe Cop and his team of colorful characters must go on an epic adventure, that covers his ten-year comic book history, to rid the world of all bad guys once and for all! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axe Cop.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

81% User Score Based on 223 reviews

You are not the hero. You are the villain. As leader of a merciless band of post-apocalyptic raiders, build and manage your forces while pillaging, kidnapping, and battling mercenaries tasked with stopping your rampage. The wasteland doesn't need another hero... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wasteland Raiders.

8 Bit HunterDive into a pixelated retro world, inspired by the legends of the 8-bit era! You are a bounty hunter—cold, precise, and always on the hunt. Protect villages from bandits, monsters, and sinister invaders from foreign bit-worlds. Every mission is different. Every mistake can be fatal. Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate 8-bit hunter? Gameplay HighlightsTactical Combat – St… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8BIT HUNTER.

LeapDrive Tactics Command a small fleet of ships and drones defending Sol from an ancient alien probe in LeapDrive Tactics. LeapDrive Tactics is a single-player turn-based tactics game developed by SquareDog Studios. The player takes command of the Heavy Cruiser Chicago as you engage the ships and structures built by the Myrathen probe that has been lurking in the Sol system for millions of years… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LeapDrive Tactics.

Set in a hard sci-fi universe, Miramar follows a group of Tac Marines sent to investigate why contact has been lost with a far off colony. Exploration, turn-based combat, and roguelike gameplay collide. Can your squad survive? Core Features Select squads of 4 marines from a roster of over 10 distinct characters each with unique abilities. Explore the colony as you investigate the fate of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miramar.

IMMINENCE is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot-’em-up inspired by the golden age of 16-bit gaming. Built using real Sega Genesis development tools, IMMINENCE delivers authentic retro gameplay with modern polish, featuring intense combat, massive bosses, cinematic story sequences, and a dark science-fiction world filled with mystery. You are a Piezo-Chemical Augment — a soldier enhanced beyon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imminence.

In a grim dystopian future, where mankind has scattered across the galaxy and the human society has split into two distinct classes, you are a poor stateless outcast forced to live off scraps from derelict alien stations and ships in the outer space, yet you dream of becoming a privileged citizen and living on the surface of a habitable planet, enjoying non-synthetic air, water and food. A fabled … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Sky Derelicts Definitive.

About This GameSignal Scavenger is a tactical third-person extraction shooter set in a fog-covered, post-apocalyptic world where humanity no longer exists—only remnants of a controlling organization and the prisoners it sends to die. You are one of them. Deployed into hostile regions filled with mutated threats and unstable signal zones, your mission is simple: clear, disable, survive, and extra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Signal Scavenger.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

79% User Score Based on 28 reviews

Create your own story — manage your party and fortress, explore, craft, forge alliances or become the enemy they fear. Shards of the Realm is a complex old-school Strategy/Tactical RPG, inspired by the classic X-Com series. It features a living open world and a wide range of deeply interconnected mechanics across both tactical and strategic layers, with over 50 hours of gameplay. Develop your st… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shards of the Realm.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Support the game by wishlisting on Steam! Following an attack on her temple, Carys finds herself at the mercy of the Gwyllgi, Bleddyn. Though despite their differences, they find greater similarities in their stories and wishes. Experience a world inspired by Welsh Mythology, with a heartfelt fairytale story of love, recovery and hope. A multi-hour demo featuring the first three chapters.A sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toward Dawn.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

70% User Score Based on 43 reviews

Ephemeral Tale is a classically inspired RPG for the modern age, featuring hand-crafted dungeons, classic JRPG-style combat, and a loot-driven progression system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ephemeral Tale.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

74% User Score Based on 207 reviews

Ten years ago, Wizardry set the standards in Fantasy Role-Playing (FRP). Now after two million copies have been sold and dozens of awards have been won, Bane of the Cosmic Forge raises and redefines those standards. This new Wizardry , the truest simulation ever of Fantasy Role Playing, will push your computer, your mind, and your sense of adventure to their very limits. Only through the power of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wizardry: Bane of the Cosmic Forge.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

58% User Score Based on 24 reviews

Flatspace IIk is a top-down space trading game with the emphasis on free exploration. In Flatspace, you choose your profession and are given a small spaceship with a scattering of random weapons, then you are free to earn a living, explore, hunt, trade, grow; upgrading your ship and equipment. Each game is different, with an intelligent random universe, populated by thousands of intelligent ships. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flatspace IIk.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

91% User Score Based on 103 reviews

False Skies is a traditional turn-based RPG with an involved class system and a retro look. Explore a not-quite-modern world with a party of your own creation, and learn the truth behind the disappearance of a city that vanished 2000 years ago. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to False Skies.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

75% User Score Based on 32 reviews

Strike Team Hydra is a turn-based, tactical RPG that focuses on combat. Players will have to leverage morale, cover, special skills and suppressive fire to defeat a fearsome and ruthless alien enemy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strike Team Hydra.

What is Fractured Realms?: Fractured Realms is a UI-driven, idle-style RPG that blends classic fantasy progression with Clash of Clans-style outpost upgrade progression. Drawing inspiration from Old School RuneScape and Melvor Idle, this game offers a fresh take on skill-based progression and world-building, all without traditional character movement. Rather than controlling a character in a wor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fractured Realms.

You awaken in a mysterious world plagued with strange portals. Embark on a journey in this turn-based adventure RPG as you unravel the story and explore themes of fear and self-doubt. Battle uniquely crafted enemies! These strange creatures each serve a different role in combat. Defeat them and they may drop a rune or two... which can be used to unlock new skills! Passive abilities and enchant… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Talshard.

Years have passed. The threat from once seems so far away and unreal these days. And yet, the appearance of a stranger changes everything. Airic O' Fory brings grim news, a warning that another Dark Foray is about to happen. A danger which could consume Solitas forever. A danger also Erika cannot escape as only the descendants of the Clans of Elements have the power and at least the chance to with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elements Destiny.

DETAILSThe Goddess’s Will — 2.5D isometric Action RPG Adventure inspired by late-90s and early-00s classics. Dive into a pre-rendered, crafted world, stand against enemy factions, explore layered locations filled with vivid characters, mythic stories, and handcrafted environments. Immerse yourself in a dangerous and unforgiving golden age of power fantasy. Discover a richly detailed world shape… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Goddess's Will.

Orbital Clash is an turn-based tactical/strategic game in an austere retro graphic design. Developed by a single author for his own entertainment and made available publicly.Game Features Control and protect your HQ against aggressive aliens or a human opponent. Mine resources and build your infrastructure on a procedurally generated planet system. Build and dispatch your battleships and carrier… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Clash.

A young cleric named Verselio once devoted his life to serving the deity Treises—until the truth shattered everything he believed. When the divine is revealed to be a lie, faith turns into fury, and a journey of rebellion begins. Joined by a mysterious maiden, a disciplined vigilante chief, and a self-proclaimed deity, Verselio sets out across a vast fantasy world in search of answers. As their pa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asdivine Knot.

A classic turn-based RPG that takes place in a world filled with charismatic characters and interesting stories. "A self-proclaimed goddess asks a boy and his friends to protect Lastia, the last piece of land remaining in their world... but why them?" Join them in this adventure made with RPG Maker for fans of old school RPGs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dea.

Depths of Ascension is a Traditional Roguelike set in a fantasy world inspired by ancient Mesopotamia and the Early Bronze Age cultures, with magic, active gods, and demihuman races. In this turn-based, tile-based, dungeon-delving RPG with permadeath and procedural generation, you explore the dungeons, corridors, and caves of the twisted and ever-changing Mazes of Madness. A combat system with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Depths of Ascension.

A Quest about Soul, Love and Emotion, inspired by retro RPG style! You're a boy with dark powers, who was playing games and finds out there are monsters outside! So you decide to go out and defeat them to level up! Never lose faith in yourself! (Game contains some flashing lights, be advised) FEATURES: - Diversity of locations! Explore forests, swamps, castles, caves, graveyards and mor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emo Quest XD.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

95% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Build your tank squad. Chase down high-value targets. Outlast endless waves of enemies in a brutal post-apocalyptic warzone. Different playstyles suit different tank builds and pilot setups. Powerful gear with a rich equipment synergy system Features: Retro 8-Bit Style Classic 3-men, 3-tank squad — push into the battlefield! Fast-paced gameplay (each run lasts around 30 minutes)! Nearly 50 unique … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BROTANK.