Games like Defend the Rook

"Hadean Tactics" is a turn-based strategy game set in a dark, procedurally generated underworld. Assemble a party of unique heroes, each with their own abilities and upgrade trees, to battle through hordes of nightmarish creatures. With permanent death and permissive saving, every decision matters in this intense, unforgiving experience.

"The Last Spell" is a turn-based tactical RPG with roguelite elements, where you must defend a city from hordes of enemies over consecutive nights. During the day, strategize by building defenses, leveling up heroes, and choosing skills and weapons. Overcome challenges, break the magic seal, and banish all magic from the world. Experience a range of stats, skills, perks, and traits for a deep RPG experience.

"SpellRogue is a single-player strategy game with fantastic mechanics and perfect graphics. Manipulate dice to control Mana Dice and cast spells, while battling enemies that can sabotage your plans. Fight through the Deadwoods, Scorched Desert and more to cleanse the land of corruption."

Trials of Fire is a tactical deck-building adventure game set in a ruined fantasy world. Command a party of heroes in combat, utilizing card synergies and positional play to emerge victorious. Explore the wilderness to discover new items and upgrades for your party's weapons and gear. With a variety of game modes, heroes, and encounters, each playthrough offers new challenges and strategies.

"Alina of the Arena" is an action-packed, hack-and-slash game set in a fantasy world. As Alina, a skilled gladiator, players must fight their way through hordes of enemies in various arenas to win fame and fortune. With fast-paced combat, upgradeable skills and equipment, and epic boss battles, it offers an exciting and challenging experience for players who love action games.

"Monster Train" is a roguelike deck-building game where you must protect the last pyre of hell from heaven's forces. With five clans to choose from, each with unique gameplay, players can strategize and build their own deck to fit their playstyle. The game features three vertical playfields for defense and numerous locations to power up, ensuring no two playthroughs are the same with over 220 cards available.

"Star Renegades" is a tactical rogue-lite RPG with a procedurally generated campaign and a reactive battle system. Fight against the Imperial army using interrupts and counters, while facing off against an adaptive Adversary system. As heroes fall, recruit new ones and continue the battle to resist and reclaim.

"Dice & Fold" is a turn-based dungeon crawler that combines strategic card unfolding with dice rolling combat mechanics, similar to table-top RPGs and Solitaire. Players must strategize their dice rolls to maximize damage and control the battlefield, while anticipating enemy counterattacks. With over 20 distinct creature cards, the game offers a risk-reward system for players to balance aggressive tactics against self-preservation.

"Tales & Tactics" is a single-player roguelike strategy game with squad-based autobattler elements, offering a relaxed pace for players to learn the mechanics and strategize. The game features a complex unlock system that allows for depth and challenge at one's own pace, and follows the story of a hero on their journey to victory in the Grand Tournament.

"Arcanium: Rise of Akhan" is a turn-based tactical RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Assemble a party of heroes, each with unique abilities and gear, to defeat enemies and bosses in tactical combat. Explore a procedurally generated world filled with quests, loot, and permadeath, challenging you to make every decision count.