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Dungeon Explorers 2 - Early AccessA Journey of Strategy, Romance, and Adventure! In a world shrouded in supernatural darkness, where the war between Chaos and the gods has left eternal scars, a young warrior embarks on his crusade against Chaos itself. Immerse yourself in a high-fantasy RPG that blends first-person dungeon exploration, intense tactical battles, and faction management. Forge allia… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Explorers 2.

The continent of Terramare is burning. Whilst two armies fight for control of Lucentium — a volatile arcane resource that grants superhuman power to those who wield it, from the depths of the earth, something far worse is rising. Arcflame Frontiers is a turn-based tactics wargame where positioning, timing, and decisive action determine the outcome of every battle. Command one of three mechani… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcflame Frontiers.

A brutal dark-fantasy tactical RPG where positioning, weapon choice, Hunger and Psych can decide a fight before the first blow lands. Enter reality-tearing Shimmers, make choices that refuse to stay buried, and draw the attention of six divided gods. Who will you serve? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cradle of Life.

Eternals’ Path is a rogue-like, turn-based tactical RPG. It’s about choices, the ones you made, the ones you regret, and those that will haunt you to your grave, and beyond… In this Narrative and Strategic game, build up Experience and Skills to face the 40 characters of two different procedurally generated Stages. Talk with them to influence the encounter, use your Conscience as a moral compass a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternals' Path.

Game OverviewAshen Dungeon is a turn-based strategy RPG where players lead an expedition to explore dungeons, gather and craft resources, and engage in tactical combat. Combining the unpredictability of dice rolls with the strategic use of skills, each turn requires careful decision-making and an awareness of luck to determine your path of growth. Story & WorldbuildingIn a world where hope… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashen Dungeon.

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.

Only one survives. Will it be your build? Enter the Last Warrior Arena, a fast-paced roguelike autobattler where strategy, planning, and smart decision-making determine your fate. Build your warrior, craft powerful synergies, and fight through relentless arena stages where every choice matters. Prepare your character, then watch intense 1v1 battles unfold — victory depends not on reflexes, but o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Warrior Arena.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

STEAM STORE PAGE IS UP AND RUNNING, DON'T FORGET TO WISHLIST IF YOU'RE INTERESTED! Mycelium is a turn-based RPG, set in the world of constant, non-ending war between two world capitals. A company of wanderers meet in the ancient cave system, infamous among citizens. Glory, wisdom and treasures await adventurers there, though not everyone are able of carrying them outside. Main cast of vast charac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mycelium.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

85% User Score Based on 102 reviews

In Whispers of the Eyeless, you are not merely a wanderer — you are a force of change. As the First Prophet, you build a cult, command disciples, and unleash divine power in the name of Wrath, Desire, or Madness. The city of Aranthor is crumbling under intrigue and conflict, its districts filled with peril, secrets, and those who would see you undone. Turn-Based Combat: Every Battle Leaves a Scar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whispers of the Eyeless.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, character development

79% User Score Based on 428 reviews

“Dungeon Rats, named after the 7th Heavy Armored Division of the Imperial Guards, is a turn-based, party-based dungeon crawler set in the Age of Decadence world. It's an RPG focused almost exclusively on combat for players who like turn-based combat in general and AoD combat in particular, so if you want to fight your way out of a prison mine (or die trying) you've come to the right place.” If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Rats.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

84% User Score Based on 99 reviews

Thyria is an RPG, a unique combination of dynamic exploration and turn-based combat. Summon your Guardians and get into the minds of the cursed villagers. Explore the dreams to collect Soul Dusts, Inks and knowledge. Treat your patient to increase the rewards but also the many risks... Each Guardian will offer a range of spells, and unique abilities. Redouble your strategy and perseverance to ov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thyria.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

84% User Score Based on 1,209 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

[Media 29704843] Fig | Website | Youtube | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Patreon | Discord Embark on a perilous journey across a realm forsaken by the gods and devastated by an... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vagrus - The Riven Realms.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

89% User Score Based on 100 reviews

Lawless Lands is an old-school role-playing game featuring a unique setting and innovative mechanics that allow players to delve into a dark medieval, low-fantasy world of epic proportions. Discover and destroy the darkness that has taken hold over these Lawless Lands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lawless Lands.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

79% User Score Based on 4,338 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Age of Decadence.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

88% User Score Based on 1,450 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

A fusion of card-based RPGs and Adventure games, “Black Book” is a haunting tale of a young sorceress, who gave her life to serve the dark forces. Dive into the cold, yet alluring world of folk tales - and uncover the secrets that hide in the darkness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Book.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization

73% User Score Based on 146 reviews

Knights of the Chalice 2 is a 2D RPG with turn-based combat. Create six Adventurers and set forth on an epic adventure against Evil. Overcome the odds with superior tactics. Enjoy a whole new dimension of complexity and variety based on the 3.5 ruleset! Includes a Module Editor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights of the Chalice 2.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

85% User Score Based on 5,590 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 17 reviews

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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King Arthur: Knight's Tale.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

67% User Score Based on 1,049 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 17 reviews

Turn-based story-driven RPG with tactical combat where every character can die. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ash of Gods: Redemption.

About this game (Proof of concept. Not gameplay footage) Tales of the Trail is a challenging tactical roguelite RPG set in the rough ‘n tumble wild west. Find a balance in inventory and resource management, along with clever thinking while you undertake tactical, grid-based combat to set out west for glory. Take on the role of the Sheriff (Proof of concept. Not gameplay footage) Comm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of the Trail.

Fantasy Classic: Dungeon Crawler is a party-based computer role-playing game inspired by the traditions of old-school tabletop fantasy adventure. Create and manage a band of heroes, prepare them for danger, and lead them from the safety of town into ancient ruins, hostile caverns, forgotten chambers, and monster-haunted depths. The first adventure, Into the Mountain of Garang, begins in a trouble… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantasy Classic: Dungeon Crawler.

Rewarding Tactical RPG Combat with no random encounters.   Work the angles, answer attacks with counters and keep your party standing with timely healing. Each companion gives you another way to handle the fight. Each victory over the corrupted will loosen the corruption in your zone. Strengthen your spirit bond Find Driftborn shrines scattered across the world and complete challenges to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Driftbane: The Long Awaited.

CLIMB THE TOWER. BUILD YOUR PARTY. ADAPT OR FALL. Edroseph's Tower is a dark fantasy tactical turn-based roguelike RPG, playable solo or in online co-op with up to 4 players. Every run begins at level 1. No permanent power carries over from previous ascents. What defines each run is the party you build, the rooms you encounter, the equipment you find and the decisions you make along the way. Cl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edroseph's Tower.

You are the commander, and your choices define your fate. Lead warriors on a perilous journey under the ghastly Umbral Moon. Defeat brutal enemies in tactical combat where momentum is everything. Brave deadly narrative encounters and manage the volatile bonds of your team of misfits to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Killing Momentum: Umbral Moon.

A roguelike strategy RPG where each expedition shapes a multi-generational legacy. Explore, recruit allies, and continue your adventure through your descendants. --- Early Demo: The current state of the project aims to showcase the basic core loop! UI/UX polish, tutorials and content are not fully fleshed out at the moment.---Wishlist us on Steam!https://store.steampowered.com/app/4021640/Of_Bl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Of Blood and Descent.

Darkest Cube fuses card games, roguelikes, and RPG elements – adapt your starting deck with cards gained from quests, and adjust your strategies to seal the mysterious Dark Cubes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkest Cube.

Verfall: A Dark and Strategic RPGThe world of Verfall is in ruins. The "Servants of Corrosion" have been unleashed, and now it's a race against time to save what remains. Heroes marked by the "Mark" carry the burden of a curse and must unite, facing the challenge with the few resources available. Traditional power-ups are not an option — every battle must be fought with what yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Verfall.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

86% User Score Based on 148 reviews

Explore the beautiful and detailed environments of Crown Nation, breed endless monsters with the most robust and polished true crossbreeding system devised in a video game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Crown: Sin Eater.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

97% User Score Based on 174 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 7 reviews

Once upon a time, there was a great heroHe swore a covenant to rid the world of all evilWielding a holy sword He slayed the dragonHis deeds were etched into the fabric of this landYet His figure, faded from memoryAnd His name, was never celebrated...This is your hero's story! ---------- game features ----------- EXPLORATION IS AS IMPORTANT AS COMBAT. Observe, listen, think, communicate, act, yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nameless: Slay Dragon.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

100% User Score Based on 25 reviews

A retro-styled tactical RPG with a heavy emphasis on player choice and branching story paths. Long ago, the sun went out and the world went dark. Now, the last remaining sources of light are starting to wane. How will you stop the spreading darkness? Or will you even be able to? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into the Evernight.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

81% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Feedback form:  https://forms.gle/KKgq9vCXaRHwBszTA Bug report form: https://forms.gle/cvqhXqi28c4xze3G7 It is said that riches beyond imagination lay at the bottom of the dungeon of Faveg. Driven by greed, adventurers flock there to meet their ends. Will you be better than them? Brave the hordes of monsters below as you train your party in this Roguelike take on class based progression. E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Depths of Faveg.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

69% User Score Based on 405 reviews

King Arthur: Legion IX is a turn-based, character-centric tactical RPG in the King Arthur: Knight's Tale universe - a dark fantasy version of the Arthurian myth. King Arthur: Legion IX welcomes new players to the mythical land of Avalon with an all-new story and heroes, also offering tough challenges to returning veterans.A new threat looms over Avalon as the long-lost, infamous Ninth Legion of Ro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King Arthur: Legion IX.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

66% User Score Based on 59 reviews

Embark on a journey alongside once mighty and generous, now the forgotten god, whose energy slowly dissipates from the world. Betrayed by his human apprentice who decided to become a new divine by sacrificing his master, the Divine Spirit initially distrusts humanity until witnessing their bravery in defending against darkness. Before going to the void God is ready to make his last call to save hu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fight Life: Vanguard.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

91% User Score Based on 166 reviews

A CITY ON THE BRINK Dredgeport is spiralling out of control. Gangs rule the slums, corruption trumps the law, and corpses of the war-dead are burned daily for fuel. You are an ex-soldier, mistaken for dead and shipped back to Dredgeport for processing. After a narrow escape, you find yourself alone in the guts of the city, with only two things to your name: your life and your sanity. Keeping both … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duskpunk.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

98% User Score Based on 168 reviews

Geneforge 2 – Infestation is a truly open-ended fantasy adventure in a unique world of alien fantasy. You are one of the Shapers, wizards with the awesome power to create life. Want a tool, a trap, an army? You summon it into existence. You create mighty beasts, and they totally obey you. Usually.But your people have grown lazy and complacent, and a threat has appeared. Your creations are no longe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geneforge 2 - Infestation.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

92% User Score Based on 8,525 reviews

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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MENACE.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

85% User Score Based on 141 reviews

Star Knightess Aura is an RPG with nsfw erotic content, made with RPG Maker MZ. The game features themes of corruption, brainwashing, mental changes, possession, mind control, and NTR. All characters are 18+. This is the installer for the Star Knightess Aura Restoration Patch. This is not the main game. To use this patch, you will need to buy the game on Steam. Alternatively, you can also buy th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Knightess Aura.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

82% User Score Based on 30,282 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

83% User Score Based on 258 reviews

The Storm Guard is a turn-based tactical game in a fantasy setting. Wildings, undead and even greater horrors from the north have crossed the borders and are now invading the realm of men causing death and destruction. You assume the role of the Lord Commander and have to manage this conflict. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Storm Guard: Darkness is Coming.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

66% User Score Based on 672 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

Legends of Eisenwald is an original mix of RPG and strategy. Gather your troops and embark on a dangerous journey to carve your name into the legends of the grim lands of Eisenwald where all the supernatural superstitions of medieval times are found to be true. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legends of Eisenwald.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

63% User Score Based on 623 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 19 reviews

Blackguards 2 is a turn-based strategy-RPG and will deliver challenging hexfield battles and a gritty story filled with violence and crime. Choose your playstyle: no matter if front line combat monster, mage or ranged fighter it's in your hands how you want to develop your character. Every action has consequences, so make your decisions wisely. Death may be just around the corner. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blackguards 2.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

75% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Old-school solo dungeon adventure roguelike based on the board game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Dungeon.

Noctheron: The Eclipse Bringer is a dark pixel art RPG focused on story, exploration, and turn-based battles. Set against a war driven by the ambition of three kingdoms, it follows a tale of power, loss, romance, and moral choices, where every decision helps shape the protagonist’s path and the fate of those around him. In an age consumed by moral decay, each chapter reveals new conflicts, enemie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noctheron: The Eclipse Bringer.

DescriptionEverguest: The Veiled Inn is a dark fantasy roguelite strategy RPG where every run begins at a mysterious inn hidden deep within a cursed forest. What first seems like refuge soon reveals itself as a prison: a creeping veil of fog drives you deeper into the woods, and every death brings you back to the inn once more. Fight through a deadly loop of twisted encounters, branching paths, o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everguest: The Veiled Inn.

Fractured time shapes the battlefield.Shearline is a turn-based tactical RPG where the board itself decides who can move cleanly, who arrives compromised, and who controls the fight. Fast-time, slow-time, and unstable ground change movement, status, and combat advantage turn by turn. Fight through battle, defense, and escape objectives on handcrafted tactical maps Navigate temporal terrain tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shearline.

Three strangers walk into a tavern. What happens next is up to you. Parting Shadows is a story-driven RPG built around meaningful decisions. Every playthrough follows a different path through branching narratives filled with mystery, betrayal, and consequences that stick. Three Complete StoriesThe Stranger's Shadow -- A city hides a dark secret behind a familiar face. Echoes in the Dark -- Wake… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Parting Shadows.

Keg & Quest is a free-to-play idle RPG with online multiplayer, focused on long-term progression and strategic decision-making. Build and upgrade your hero, collect increasingly powerful gear, and make choices that shape your growth over time. The game blends RPG mechanics with strategic and management elements, rewarding planning rather than fast reflexes. Join a guild, cooperate with other… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Keg & Quest.

ABOUT THIS GAMERovland stands on the edge of civil war. Once two rival nations unified by conquest, the kingdom now teeters under the weight of ancient grudges and political ambition. As noble houses maneuver for the throne, a darker threat stirs beneath the surface... one that claimed your comrades, and nearly your life. You are one of the few survivors of a ruined free company. Scarred but unbr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Soravos: Ashen Company.

Dream Eater is a turn-based RPG about exploring a dark land that dreams no more. Recruit new party members, slay monsters, manage resources, and craft items as you journey to Originaught Castle in search of answers. Can you help them dream again? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Eater.

Jurassic Knights: Tactics is a turn-based tactical RPG that thrusts players into the heart of a meticulously crafted medieval fantasy filled with knights, guns and dinosaurs. Traverse a vast and dynamic landscape, where choices abound at every turn. Chart your course across diverse regions, each harboring unique opportunities and challenges. Recruit, train and equip your battalion on an in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jurassic Knights: Tactics.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music

92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Welcome to a world consumed by darkness. Take charge of the fight against the Lord of Darkness, whose army of skeletons spreads chaos and destruction. This is a turn-based strategy game with a deep storyline, where every decision you make impacts not only the outcome of battles but the fate of the entire world. Are you ready to challenge the darkness? Cinematic storytelling: The story co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Times.