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Games like Rites of Thaw

Games like Rites of Thaw

Games like Rites of Thaw

Looking for games like Rites of Thaw? Here are top tactical turn-based strategy recommendations with a fantasy, medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Norectus: Theatre of War, Vanguard Exiles or SkyShard: City Battler.

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  1. NORECTUS: THEATRE OF WAR Five nations. One battlefield. Every match, you take a Leader to war and build the deck that wins it. Norectus is a strategy card game about reading your opponent and committing at the right moment. You spend crystals to summon units and hold up tactics to punish a greedy attack, all while wearing down a Leader who is trying to do the same to you. The cards matter. The… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Norectus: Theatre of War.

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  2. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Blending deep board game strategy with auto-battling mastery, and designed by Richard Garfield (creator of Magic: The Gathering), lead your Squads over an ever-changing dieselpunk battlefield where no two games are ever the same. Think ahead, adapt fast, outwit your opponent and claim victory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vanguard Exiles.

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  3. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, monetization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    City Building Auto Battler! Build your kingdom with powerful weapons, walls, houses, and endless synergies, then battle other players in asynchronous multiplayer, or overcome various solo challenges. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SkyShard: City Battler.

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  4. CARD COLLECTOR BATTLE is a 2D turn-based auto-battler about collecting the guardians of six mythologies and sending five of them into a fight. Korea, China, Japan, Egypt, Norse and Greece bring 432 gods and monsters into one catalog, and the loop of summoning, fusing and raising them feeds straight back into combat. There is nothing to press once a battle starts. What decides it is which cards y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Card Collector Battle.

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  5. The gods are real. They are jacked. And Sean must die. Somewhere down there is a mortal who owes the world a game. Every god wants to be the one who collects. Only one of them gets to. Slay Sean, Save The World! is a fast, funny comic-book AUTO-BATTLER: draft a team of gods, build a broken board in the shop, and let the fists fly. Every run is a fresh puzzle. On the ranked ladder you fight rea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slay Sean, Save The World!.

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  6. Build your base in Agestan, form your army with cards, and crush your rivals. Conquer all lands solo or clash with a friend in PvP... Choose a blind spot, fire the catapult, and destroy their base. Remember: you can only see each other on the battlefield! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agestan.

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  7. Kodama Battles is a singleplayer AutoChess Roguelite with a jolly bunch of Kodamas to collect, gather and upgrade. Build an unique team with unexpected synergies, try new playstyles each run and become king of the moonlight forest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kodama Battles.

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  9. We have integrated card games, Roguelike, and auto-battling chess to create this single-player board game. Match the strongest exploration team, build a unique deck, discover new events, and adventure through vast worlds! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ArcaneDeck ChessWraith.

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  10. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 130 reviews

    Become the Moon has a new demo available on Steam! It will be coming to itch.io in the coming weeks. Play the Demo Become The Moon is an out-of-this-world Deckbuilding Auto Battler developed by Feldspar Games. Explore a chaotic world of broken magic and strange beings as you ascend to new cosmic heights. DRAFT YOUR DECK Assemble unique decks of minions, spells, and relics. Each round, you’ll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Become the Moon.

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  11. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Lead your people back to the homeland! To do that you need to make it in time for the Eclipse. Choose your leader and build towns to defeat obstacles in this roguelike city builder with deck building mechanics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seekers of Eclipse.

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  12. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    90% User Score Based on 274 reviews

    Arcane Trigger Now Available! About the Game Welcome to the Devil's Castle! Endgame of Devil is a casual game that combines the gameplay of auto chess with a roguelike style. Utilize your wisdom and strategic skills to achieve victory, while also acknowledging the role of luck in your journey! Unlike other fantasy games where you strive to become a champion or hero, in Endgame of Devil, yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endgame of Devil.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    62% User Score Based on 3,168 reviews

    Draft your favorite characters from story and myth in this 8-player autobattler! Over 40 different heroes to command. Will you side with the evil vampire, Snow Wight? Or team up with the good Princess Peep and her battle hardened sheep? Deep strategy meets enchanting fun in Storybook Brawl! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Storybook Brawl.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    78% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Craft explosive combos of units and powers to use in head-to-head auto battler combat against players worldwide. Outplay your opponent with strategic maneuvers and watch the battle unfold on a tabletop arena. Win matches to climb the ranks and become Godlike in this lunchtime eSport! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Godsbane.

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  15. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 334 reviews

    Price of Life is the next episode of Winter Falling, a tactical strategy game to manage your army properly and beat the undead army. Release Date May 2020 Developer Winter Falling: Price of Life was developed by Rarykos. Platforms Web browser Steam If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Winter Falling: Price of Life.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
    86% User Score Based on 7,560 reviews

    Legion TD 2 is the first competitive tower defense for PC. It's the standalone successor to the popular Warcraft III mod, Legion TD, and brought to you by the same team. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legion TD 2.

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  17. Build your team, place your units, and watch them fight automatically in this strategic roguelite auto-battler. Collect powerful heroes, master the board, survive challenging battles, and grow your collection as you push deeper into the game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diorama Tactics.

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  18. 10%Game Brain Score
    10% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Short Description Gather your army. Defeat other players' avatars. Claim the champion's title. Knight's Errand is a concentrated dose of tactical nostalgia, designed for quick and intense sessions. Pure tactics, no filler. About the Game Remember the golden age of turn-based strategy? Knight's Errand distills that experience into fast, 30-minute tournament runs. No the sprawling campaigns and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight's Errand.

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  19. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Storybook of Tactics mixes deck building gameplay with a colorful auto battler. As a commander, you can feel the tactical depth with equipping items, obtaining powers, and placing units of your evolving army to crush multiple waves of enemies and powerful bosses.Endless replayabilityRandomly generated maps across multiple locations, a selection of leaders with unique powers, and risk-and-reward in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Storybook of Tactics.

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  20. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Emplacement is an innovative and strategic turn-based game that combines elements of tile-laying and combat. The game is played on an isometric board, with each player taking turns to place tiles in an attempt to gain the upper hand over their opponent. The game is similar to chess in that players must think ahead and anticipate their opponent's moves in order to succeed.As the game progresses, pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emplacement.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    THE TURN BASED RTS Base Wars goes where no other game has gone before and melds the big picture strategy of RTS games with the thoughtful pacing of TBS games. The result? Tactical perfection! Build up your territory, create a brand new army composition, take control of the land, and strike down whoever stands in your way! This game feels familiar, yet entirely novel through its boundary breaking … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Base Wars.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 223 reviews

    In Turnbound, you are trying to outsmart your way to freedom from a haunted board game where each session pits you against the trapped souls of other players, battling against the tiles left behind by other real players in asynchronous PvP battles. It’s a game of competitive inventory management, where every tile you place in your grid has a strategic cause-and-effect loop that ripples through bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Turnbound.

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  23. ARB: Alien Races Battle is a lane-based alien auto-battler where strategy, economy, positioning, and army comp determine victory. Choose from 5 unique factions, command alien races, unlock upgrades + faction doctrines, and overwhelm your opponents through superior planning, control, and adaptation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARB: Alien Races Battle.

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  24. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics
    92% User Score Based on 212 reviews

    Chess Ultimate reimagines the classic game of chess with draft-based strategy and colorful 3D visuals. Build your team from a roster of unique characters, each with special abilities, and face off against opponents in tactical battles. With online and cross-platform multiplayer, every match offers fresh challenges and endless strategic depth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Ultimate.

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  25. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    78% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    "Soul Academy" is an academy simulator with automatic battle MOBA. You will manage a shabby soul academy, recruiting and training students. Your ultimate goal is to challenge various academies across the continent and reach the top. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soul Academy.

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  27. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 2,451 reviews

    He is coming is a rougelike autobattler where you have to collect and combine powerful items in order to defeat the demon king and his minions. Upgrade your weapon, discover hidden treasures and survive, because whether you're prepared or not, He is coming! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to He is Coming.

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  28. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Combo Card Clashers is an auto battler meets roguelike deckbuilder - Choose cards for your combo grid and play them all each turn! Build a balanced deck, craft powerful card combos, and use tactical decisions to unravel each hero's mystery while saving the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combo Card Clashers.

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  29. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    93% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    Recruit mercenaries, combine their traits, and forge endless synergies. Venture through the mysterious medieval realm, facing powerful foes and mighty bosses. Simple turn-based rules hide deep strategic depth—build your ultimate team, master the pieces, and uncover the secrets of the Black fog. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Master of Piece.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    Delven is a strategy game with idle and RPG elements. It is currently in development; wishlist on Steam now! Embark on an epic journey in Delven, the thrilling strategy game that combines exploration, base building, and the hunt for extraordinary loot! Immerse yourself in a world where strategy, RPG, and idle game elements meld seamlessly to create an addictive and unique gaming experience. EXPL… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delven.

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  32. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    A strategic party equipment-based auto-battler. Equip your fighters with over 125 different items and artefacts to build a strategy strong enough to be the last player standing. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Auto RiskRisk.

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  34. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    90% User Score Based on 124 reviews

    This time, 50 giant bosses have taken over 50 cities in the United States (including recently-annexed Montreal). It's your job to cross the country, gathering troops to free the terrified population. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Million Monster Militia.

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  35. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 1,066 reviews

    The Dungeon Beneath is a single-player tactical roguelike with autobattler features. The player manages a party as they battle their way through a monster-filled dungeon, looting gear and purchasing new units. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dungeon Beneath.

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  36. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    76% User Score Based on 87 reviews

    The New, fully 3D, Multiplayer Card Game incredibly tactic and easy to play where minions come to life! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runeverse.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, character development
    68% User Score Based on 109 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 7 reviews

    Pendragon is a turn-based strategy game, where every move you make drives the narrative, and every story twist opens new gameplay opportunities. Will you advance and show your mettle, or cautiously retreat? Will you slip round enemies, or encounter them head-on? And when sacrifices are required, who will you put in harm's way? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pendragon.

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  38. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    79% User Score Based on 380 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Mahokenshi is a turn-based blend of adventure, deck-building and deep hex-grid strategy. Create your deck, out-smart your enemy, battle challenging demons and adventure through the Celestial Islands to protect your home from the forces of corruption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mahokenshi.

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  39. ### Forge Your Power ### In the Lurid Age, a full treasury does not appear out of thin air. Your income at the start of each turn is a direct reflection of your control over the board. Focus on development, but watch your back – losing even a single Subject could mean you won’t afford your next crucial move. ### Weave a Web of Intrigue ### You and your rival prepare your schemes in secret and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lurid Age.

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  40. A Game Rooted In HistoryTafl style games originated in north western Europe and were popular with the Vikings who took the game from the snowy forests of Lapland to the lush green coastline of Ireland and every where in between. Along the way they invented multiple variations of the game but kept the same core mechanic throughout. The Jarl and their loyal defenders start in the centre of the boar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tafl Throne Breakers.

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  41. THE STORY A village burned. A boy taken. Something dark awakened in him — and he survived. Years later, he leads an army of monsters against the kingdom. But the king he hunts is not the man who gave that order. The new king is just, loved by his people, and will not surrender. Neither side is evil. Both sides will fight to the last.TWO CAMPAIGNS. TWO PERSPECTIVES. Defender — Command the kingdom… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revenge & Defend.

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  42. Lead a Ruined World Back to LifeIn a world devastated by the Demon Lord, you become the leader of a collapsing nation.  Advance Technology, gather Funds, grow your Population — and defeat the Demon Lord. ⚙️ The Balance of Tech, Funds, and Population Is EverythingTo develop your nation, build Facilities and raise your core resources — Tech, Funds, and Population.  What you prioritize will shap… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carmagist.

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  43. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    MAKING 24 GAMES IN 24 MONTHS! Runewood: Hundred Nights Steam Page (Wishlist it! <3) This game is part of the journey and it'll be shipped 1st of December 2025. It's made in a month. INSTRUCTIONS: Buy cards from your "hand" by placing them on your inventory (middle board)Equip cards, play cards or sell them. Press the "Attack" -button to start the autobattle (You can play cards while the auto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runewood: Hundred Nights.

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  44. Mighty WarsPrepare for epic battles and strategic warfare in Mighty Wars, one of the finest turn-based strategy games that masterfully blends RPG elements, multiplayer online battle arenas, and action-packed gameplay. Rise as the ultimate warlord, defeat ruthless enemies, and prove your dominance in the Battle Royale Warzone. Assemble an immortal team of heroes, craft your war strategies, and enga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mighty Wars.

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  45. Become the Tactical Commander and experience a brand-new Auto Chess gameplay that blends character evolution, team composition, and real-time spells! Every match is a collision of strategy and luck, and every battle lets you experience the ever-changing charm of strategy! Core Features [Character Evolution] — Synthesize and evolve to create an unstoppable army! Collect identical characters and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theater of killing.

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  46. “Commander! The whole alliance has invested in you to lead this war against the forces of evil! Do not be nervous. This war is going to be fun.” Coin War is a new twist on the Slay the Spire-like Roguelike deckbuilder that blends in grid-based unit tactics: the cards you play become units on the battlefield and remain active until their Stamina runs out! Coin War features unique mechanics, distin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coin War.

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  47. Enter the Chaotic Tower and take part in the Tower Lord's gambit in this Old-School, Tactical, Roguelike Deckbuilder. Wielding the power of your Creature and Enchantment decks, the limits of your strategy will be tested. The Tower Lord awaits a worthy opponent. Are you ready? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CardScrawl.

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  48. You will have to gather an army, explore vast strategic maps, learn spells and capture castles. Defend the royal throne in battles against enemy knights, sorcerers and evil beings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thorny Times.

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  49. Build your collection of magical tiles in this take on the Roguelike Deckbuilder. Strategically place tiles on your Arcane Board to create powerful combos. Unleash them by filling lines at the right moment to deal massive damage, survive enemy attacks, or build up your power. Outwit unique enemies that deploy their own trap or curse tiles. If you fail, try a different strategy while traversing a p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Board.

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  50. Chess, but continuous! Avalog is a free game for playing analog chess with others, either locally or online. As well as a 'classic' mode, there is a 'draft' mode, where players pick pieces from 5 different factions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Avalog.

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