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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.

Story BackgroundIn the year 2313, nearly 300 years have passed since the planet was struck by the “Seed.” The Seed is a colonization weapon created by an advanced civilization. It alters the natural environment of a planet, making it hostile to humans while spawning predators designed to eradicate all life. Humanity discovered the existence of the Seed a century later—but by then it was already t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seed 2313.

This is a free fan work of Metal Max. The project was initiated in 2010 as a War3 RPG map, undergoing three complete overhauls during development. Constrained by the technical limitations of the War3 engine, the team had to migrate to a new engine and is now completely reconstructing it on Unreal Engine 4. The game features traditional turn-based combat, random encounters (both visible and invisib… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 机械皇朝.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

A fanmade Tactical RPG inspired by Fire Emblem, made using characters from Holostars English. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Protostar Twilight.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

69% User Score Based on 342 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

UFO: Afterlight takes us to Mars, where a human colony has been built with the help of the Reticulans not long before the events of UFO: Aftershock took place. The Martian base is self-sustainable and provides all the necessities for the survival of humans on a foreign planet, mainly breathable air, water and food. Although the people inhabiting this colony have the technologies and knowledge requ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UFO: Afterlight.

⚔️ 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.

An unpredictable star domain is a moving star domain in the universe. There are teleportation channels connecting planets within the star domain, which allow one to shuttle between planets. During the movement of an unpredictable star domain, sometimes new planets may be transported into its own system. During the transmission process, the energy of the planet will be balanced. Therefore, on vario… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unpredictable Star.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

94% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Dead Metal is a 1-4 player co op roguelike where you take control of a squad filled with humanity's only hope, Dead Metal Suits. Robotics melded with psionic power capable of mass destruction as well as the ability to organically learn. Proceed through randomly generated levels filled with enemies secrets and most importantly loot. Build up your squad and build more prototype suits to replace th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Metal.

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.

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.

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.

In this classic-inspired 2D retro pixel turn-based RPG, you play as Nia, the adventurer, embarking on an epic journey across the continent of Latia. Challenge the legendary guardians of each major city-state to claim the highest glory; delve into the wilderness corrupted by the Abyss to safeguard peace in every land. With no restrictions, freely combine skills and equipment to craft a unique comb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duel Abyss Latia.

SFERA - Action platformer. A mix of 3D and retro 2D graphics. You are an assassin for the SFERA corporation. You are tasked with destroying a gang of robots. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SFERA.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

92% User Score Based on 26 reviews

"Our ambition was…quantum. We truly believed we were prepared to explore the deep universe. The hubris."

Welcome to Castaway Station, an exciting survival game that takes you on an unintended journey on a hostile planet after a catastrophic accident on your space cruiser. Stranded on an unknown planet with limited resources, you must use all your wits and skills, along with any tools you scavenge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castaway Station.

Absented Age is a fresh mix of genres: an action RPG outside of combat that becomes a roguelike-style strategy RPG during combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AbsentedAge 2: Ghostbound.

PRESENTATION From the Ashes is an old-school 2D RPG in the style of Ashes of Immortality and Midnight's Curse.FEATURES Dynamic Party System Control up to six party members simultaneously Fast paced and exciting storytelling Moving themes that are central to the human life, such as courage, virtue and perseverance Custom detailed sprite work that focuses on bringing out the personality of each… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From the Ashes.

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.

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.

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.

ADAPT. PREDICT. SURVIVE. Compulse is a fast-paced simultaneous tactical roguelite where evolving bio-organic entities clash inside compact alien arenas. Plan actions, predict enemy behavior, and watch every unit execute its decisions in real time through a unique WeGo-inspired combat system. Lead a squad of living Compulsors through a hostile ecosystem shaped by mutation, biological fusion, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Compulse.

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 combine for a compelling gaming experience.Core Features Select squads of 4 marines from a roster of over 10 distinct characters each with unique abilities. Take up to 2 squads on each mission and swap be… 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.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Hand-crafted pixel art brings a classic RPG world to life, featuring unique characters, nostalgic combat, with roguelike progression. Beneath the retro look lies a modern roguelike core: procedurally driven encounters, evolving challenges, and constant variation ensure that every run feels fresh. Unique Characters & AbilitiesInspired by the legendary RPGs of the 16-bit era, the game feature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lastlore Saga.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

87% User Score Based on 16 reviews

PARACOM [PARAnormal COMmando] is squad based tactical horror rpg inspired by SCP, Backrooms, Delta Green, The Thing and Quake."Swat team vs Eldritch gods" * Control the RRMTF (Rapid Response Mobile Task Force) Seven-Headed Dragon Gamma Fireteam. * Investigate the Anomaly and locate the missing group * Complex and rich tactical combat with a variety of weapons to choose from Sub-machine … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paracom.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

80% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Beat the Humans is the turn-based tactical role-playing game. Here you lead a squad of aliens against invaders from the human race. Your choices as well as the tactical and combat skills of your soldiers will determine whether the free races of the galaxy will be able to resist the superior force of the human army. On the space map the squad under your command will have to thwart enemy atta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat the Humans.

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.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

87% User Score Based on 239 reviews

Critic Score 87%Based on 6 reviews

Inspired by classic sci-fi movies, Beyond Galaxyland is an intergalactic, 2.5D adventure-RPG set among the stars. Step into the sneakers of high-schooler Doug, as he’s whisked away to ‘Galaxyland’ - a zoo-like solar system of planets - on an epic quest to save Earth itself. An all-new take on the beloved RPG adventures of old, prepare for a journey like no other, skyrocketing through teeming j… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Galaxyland.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

98% User Score Based on 82 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Build your mech to fight against the robotic Vactics. Each time you play the game will assemble a new randomised Solitude City to liberate in tactical combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vactics.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere

76% User Score Based on 127 reviews

Blood Running is a stylish extraction shooter where you'll enter the cyber-wasteland, fight off creatures and bandits, loot valuable gear, and venture into the remnants of a world in ruins. Are you willing to bleed to survive, Blood Runner? Explore procedurally generated maps, each with a unique keystone location, featuring constantly changing environments, loot locations, and layouts. Impr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Running.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

93% User Score Based on 208 reviews

Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alvora Tactics.

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.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

99% User Score Based on 138 reviews

You drag yourself from the black tides, across the corpses of drowned men, and onto the unwelcoming, craggy shoreline. Gulls cry overhead and the stink of seaweed fills your nose. By some miracle you have made it to Idra. It will take all your skill to survive and unravel the eldritch mysteries of the Black Priory. Pray your sanity holds.About the Prologue ‘Skald: Against the Black Priory’ is an o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skald: Against the Black Priory - the Prologue.

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.