The Best Turn-based Games for PC Windows - Page 3

Update : Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown added at rank #25.
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Jagged Alliance 3 (2023)

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Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X l Playstation 5 Playstation 4

In Jagged Alliance 3, you're a skilled mercenary on a thrilling adventure in the chaotic nation of Grand Chien. Recruit unique characters, engage in strategic turn-based combat, and make decisions that shape the future. Explore the open world, defend against enemies, and join forces with friends in online co-op mode in this immersive RPG.

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What we like:
  • Deep and engaging turn-based strategy
  • Hilarious dialogue and engaging gameplay
  • Precise obstacle and terrain consideration in combat
  • Diverse cast of characters with unique abilities
  • Rich and immersive open-world exploration
What could be improved:
  • Clunky movement and pathfinding
  • Humor may not appeal to all
  • Map design could be improved

  • tactical
  • turn-based
  • strategy
  • squad
  • rpg
  • combat
  • cover

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Shogun Showdown (2024)

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early access Linux Xbox Series X web browser Xbox One Playstation 4 Playstation 5 PC Windows Mac OS Nintendo Switch

Shogun Showdown is a turn-based combat game with rogue-like and deck-building elements. Position yourself and attack at the right time, upgrade your tiles and combo them to get ready to face the Shogun!


  • turn-based
  • rogue-like
  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like-deckbuilder
  • strategy
  • tactical
  • replay-value
  • ninja

23

Ruined King: A League of Legends Story (2021)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Xbox One Playstation 4

Explore the mysterious world of League of Legends in Ruined King: A League of Legends Story! Unite a party of champions, sail to the Shadow Isles, and uncover the secrets of the deadly Black Mist. With top-notch art direction and a unique combat timeline mechanic, this well-written, engaging RPG is a must-play for anyone who loves turn-based games.


What we like:
  • High production values with top-notch art direction
  • Novel combat timeline mechanic that works nicely
  • Well-built and voiced characters with an enjoyable story
  • Takes well-known LoL characters and gives them character and depth
  • No gridding feelings
What could be improved:
  • Items and loot could have more depth
  • Minor bugs like completion tracking and clunky quest design
  • Lack of support for a relatively small game
  • Collectables to increase enchanting can completely break the game

  • turn-based
  • rpg
  • combat
  • battle
  • dungeon
  • japanese

24

The Lamplighters League (2023)

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Xbox One PC Windows

Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.

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  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • stealth
  • real-time
  • combat
  • strategy

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown (2025)

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j Xbox Series X PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s

Splinter and Shredder are dead. Help the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles tackle deadly new threats and the approach of adulthood in this fast-paced turn-based beat-em-up!


  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • brawler
  • strategy
  • beat-em-up
  • rpg
  • isometric
  • comic

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SpellForce: Conquest of Eo - Demon Scourge (2023)

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Playstation 5 j Xbox Series X PC Windows

On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all. 

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  • turn-based
  • strategy
  • tactical
  • rpg
  • fantasy
  • 4x
  • dwarf
  • grand-strategy
  • crafting
  • lore
  • real-time
  • battle
  • horses
  • military
  • combat

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Floppy Knights (2022)

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Mac OS Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows

Join Phoebe in the fun and quirky world of Floppy Knights, a unique combination of card game and tactical gameplay. With cute art style, lively music, and endless possibilities, mix and match your snazzy card combos to make a winning strategy. Complete odd jobs and battle on a grid to save up enough cash to move out of her parents' place. Will you lead your Knights to victory?

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What we like:
  • Unique combination of card game and tactical gameplay
  • Cute art style and lively music
  • Plenty of challenge levels to provide extra gameplay
  • Accessible to those not experienced in deck building games
  • Well-crafted world and characters.
What could be improved:
  • No mid-game saving or undo button, requiring starting from the beginning
  • Slow game speed with no option to increase speed
  • Shallow card play compared to similar games

  • turn-based
  • card
  • tactical
  • deckbuilder
  • battler
  • strategy
  • family-friendly

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Fuga: Melodies of Steel (2021)

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Playstation 4 PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an RPG where you place children, each with their own unique characteristics and skills, at different gun turrets in a tank to fight against the enemy.

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  • rpg
  • turn-based
  • japanese
  • jrpg
  • strategy
  • war
  • tactical
  • drama
  • tanks

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Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters (2022)

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PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox One Xbox Series X

Lead the Grey Knights in a turn-based RPG against chaos in Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters. With precision targeting, customised warriors, and evolving environments, engage in cinematic slaughter against mutated monstrosities and their minions. Follow the journey of elite warriors in a narrative penned by acclaimed author, Aaron Dembski-Bowden.

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What we like:
  • Cover system is well-designed
  • Environmental damage adds more fun
  • Warhammer 40K fans will enjoy storyline, callbacks and lore
  • Mechanics are fine-tuned and better than other turn-based games.
What could be improved:
  • Randomized events generation can ruin a game
  • Difficulty slopes with the early game being hardest
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Lack of basic info regarding enemies.

  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • strategy
  • squad
  • xcom
  • battle
  • combat
  • warhammer-40k
  • cover

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Relapse (2025)

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PC Windows

Relapse is a card-based game where you go on a crusade to lift mankind's curse. You get to draw ability cards and use them as long as your action points allow you to. In addition, you get allies to help you in your battles, but beware of environmental hazards that might change your course. There are over 170 unlockables and 240+ cards to choose from. Will you claim victory? Join the quest and find out! Made by a solo developer, who's always open to suggestions and feedback.

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What we like:
  • Affordable price
  • Fun and casual gameplay
  • Responsive developer who fixes bugs quickly
  • Unique classes and synergies
  • Good meta progression system
What could be improved:
  • Some graphics and design elements need more polish
  • Starting deck can be boring
  • Limited options for starting a fresh run
  • Mixed reviews on difficulty

  • turn-based
  • deckbuilder
  • rogue-like
  • card
  • battler
  • character
  • strategy
  • combat
  • customization
  • tactical

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