Best Grid-Based Movement Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated grid-based movement games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free grid-based movement games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Feed All Monsters
Feed All Monsters is a cute and cozy Line Puzzle game. Assist a team of delivery workers in their quest to bring tasty food to all the little monsters. Find the optimal path for each worker in order to get all the monsters fed.
Etrian Odyssey III HD
Set sail to an undersea labyrinth in search of the Deep City of Armoroad! Lead a party of adventurers to explore the vast dungeon in search of untold technology, treasure, and lost secrets.
Etrian Odyssey HD
Beyond the village of Etria lies a mysterious forest with a colossal crack opening to a puzzling labyrinth. Lead a team of explorers into the dungeon with the promise of riches, fame, and adventure!
Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG.
Abalon: Roguelike Tactics CCG
Abalon is a roguelike adventure that fuses tactical turn-based combat and card strategy. Choose your summoner and explore a tabletop world to discover its secrets. Build the perfect deck, outsmart your enemies and become legend!
Dungeon Drafters
Dungeon Drafters is a mystery dungeon adventure set in a world where magic is cards, and cards are magic. Explore ancient ruins, loot rare cards and employ clever combos to defeat your foes and build the legendary spell deck that could save the world.
Fire & Maneuver
The Armchair Historian brings you a new turn-based strategy game set in the Victorian Era. As muskets become rifles and infantry is confronted by modernizing artillery, it is imperative to adapt to a rapidly changing battlefield. This is a new age, not of courage and chivalry, but of Blood and Iron.
Shardpunk
The war is lost, the Capitol lies in ruins, and you’re on the run! Shardpunk mixes turn-based tactical strategy with RPG, survival, and resource management as you gather your team, scavenge for resources, fight enemy hordes, and seek shelter to live another day.
Can of Wormholes
Push, slice, ingest, flip, and squish worms in this puzzle game in which you play as a little sentient tin can.
Duelyst II
Choose your faction, construct your deck and put your strategy to the test in the evolution of the ultimate collectible tactics game.
TRIANGLE STRATEGY
A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.
MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp!
Tiny Tactics
Tiny Tactics is a Tower Defense game with a heavy focus on mazing, with mechanics inspired by the Auto Chess genre.
Hard West 2
Hard West 2 is a journey to the heart of darkness in the American West. Take control of a supernatural posse and catch the mysterious Ghost Train. Outsmart, outcheat and outgun your enemies in this turn-based tactics game set in a Wild West world where nothing is as it seems.
Disgaea 6 Complete
Join Zed on his quest to destroy the God of Destruction in the newest installment of the SRPG series, Disgaea! Join the zany cast for one HL of an adventure and use specialized abilities like Super Reincarnation to battle your way to victory! Disgaea 6 Complete includes all previously released DLC!
Save Room - Organization Puzzle
When you enter a save room you know you are safe, no danger can come to you, you can relax. Take advantage of this short period of time to organize your inventory, heal your wounds and reload your weapons. Can you make all the items fit in your inventory?
King Arthur: Knight's Tale
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.
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
Delve with Shovel Knight into the depths of the Pocket Dungeon in an action-packed puzzle adventure mashup like none other!
FIGHT KNIGHT
FIGHT KNIGHT is a first-person dungeon-brawler! Grid-based dungeon crawling meets action-packed real time enemy encounters. Fight your way through puzzles and enemies to save those trapped in the Tower's eternal night!
DUSK '82: ULTIMATE EDITION
DUSK '82 is a simple but addictive action-puzzler demake of the cult shooter DUSK, inspired by classics like Chip's Challenge and Sokoban.
DUNGEON ENCOUNTERS
Dungeon Encounters is a unique dungeon exploration RPG in which you lead an expedition to chart the depths of an otherworldly labyrinth. Plan and prepare to overcome numerous obstacles, solve puzzles, and defeat monsters. Strategize to survive!
Pawnbarian
Pawnbarian is a quick-playing, turn-based puzzle roguelike. Play cards to move your hero like a chess piece, and conquer challenging dungeons full of cunning monsters!
Most played grid-based movement games on Steam
Take a look at the top grid-based movement games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Path of the Abyss
Dive deep into the Abyss. Path of the Abyss is a early access, dungeon crawler and rpg game developed and published by Suzuki Suzuzou. Released on June 13th 2025 has received 460 reviews of which 435 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
8.8
435
25
82
players
2. Classified: France '44
Command an elite team of allied special operators in Nazi-occupied France wreaking havoc in the run up to D-Day in this ambitious turn-based tactics game. Take on the might of Germany's war machine and launch daring raids in occupied territory. Can you do enough to ensure Allied victory? Classified: France '44 is a turn-based combat, singleplayer and turn-based tactics game developed by Absolutely Games and published by Team17. Released on March 05th 2024 has received 685 reviews of which 516 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
7.2
516
169
47
players
3. Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG. Pirate101 is a mmorpg, turn-based tactics and grid-based movement game developed by KingsIsle Entertainment and published by KingsIsle Entertainment and gamigo group. Released on May 31st 2023 has received 383 reviews of which 316 were positive and 67 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
7.7
316
67
45
players
4. The Bard's Tale Trilogy
The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a complete remaster of the iconic series that helped define the RPG genre. Featuring updated graphics and optional quality of life gameplay features, this is the ideal way to experience the dungeon crawling challenge that made the original games beloved classics. The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a rpg, dungeon crawler and classic game developed by Krome Studios and inXile Entertainment and published by inXile Entertainment. Released on August 14th 2018 has received 1,423 reviews of which 1,355 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
9.0
1,355
68
41
players
5. Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
From the world of "Lost Eidolons" comes an all-new roguelite tactical RPG! Stranded on a mysterious island with scattered memories, your only means of survival is to fight. Recruit allies, undertake a perilous journey, and battle to reclaim what you've lost... no matter how many deaths it takes. Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch is a early access, turn-based combat and grid-based movement game developed by Ocean Drive Studio and Inc. and published by Ocean Drive Studio, Inc. and Kakao Games. Released on November 05th 2024 has received 481 reviews of which 386 were positive and 95 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
7.6
386
95
40
players
6. Legend of Grimrock
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve. Legend of Grimrock is a dungeon crawler, rpg and grid-based movement game developed and published by Almost Human Games. Released on April 11th 2012 has received 6,401 reviews of which 5,995 were positive and 406 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
9.1
5,995
406
27
players
7. Legend of Grimrock 2
Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons. Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawler, rpg and grid-based movement game developed and published by Almost Human Games. Released on October 15th 2014 has received 3,806 reviews of which 3,458 were positive and 348 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
8.7
3,458
348
25
players
8. Guidus Zero
Guidus Zero is a real-time grid-based action roguelike game. Explore the sinkhole known as the "Scar" to search for spirits and treasure chests, and defeat the corrupted enemies and bosses as you strive to reach the deepest floor of the Scar, where the source of chaos awaits. Guidus Zero is a adventure, rpg and rogue-lite game developed by IZZLE and published by Com2us Holdings. Released on March 26th 2025 has received 359 reviews of which 254 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
6.7
254
105
10
players
9. Wizardry: Labyrinth of Lost Souls
The magic torches are lit, the monsters are ravenous, and the kingdom is waiting for a new hero. Experience the legendary Wizardry series’ modern rebirth as you traverse perilous dungeons and take on hordes of fantastic enemies. Are you up to the challenge? Wizardry: Labyrinth of Lost Souls is a rpg, dungeon crawler and grid-based movement game developed by ACQUIRE Corp. and published by XSEED Games, Marvelous USA and Inc.. Released on January 15th 2020 has received 415 reviews of which 289 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
6.6
289
126
7
players
10. Can of Wormholes
Push, slice, ingest, flip, and squish worms in this puzzle game in which you play as a little sentient tin can. Can of Wormholes is a sokoban, indie and puzzle game developed and published by munted finger. Released on March 24th 2023 has received 452 reviews of which 447 were positive and 5 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played grid-based movement games.
9.1
447
5
4
players
Best deals on grid-based movement games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of grid-based movement games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted grid-based movement games.
1. Classified: France '44
Command an elite team of allied special operators in Nazi-occupied France wreaking havoc in the run up to D-Day in this ambitious turn-based tactics game. Take on the might of Germany's war machine and launch daring raids in occupied territory. Can you do enough to ensure Allied victory? Classified: France '44 is a turn-based combat, singleplayer and turn-based tactics game developed by Absolutely Games and published by Team17. Released on March 05th 2024 has received 685 reviews of which 516 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for grid-based movement category.
7.2
516
169
-99%
34.99€
0.51€
2. Heroes of the Monkey Tavern
After countless days and nights celebrating within the infamous Monkey Tavern, our team of adventurers have spent every last penny... Their fates, however are about to change... Heroes of the Monkey Tavern is a dungeon crawler, rpg and grid-based movement game developed and published by Monkey Stories. Released on September 22nd 2016 has received 398 reviews of which 294 were positive and 104 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in grid-based movement games.
7.0
294
104
-96%
9.99€
0.49€
3. Legend of Grimrock
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve. Legend of Grimrock is a dungeon crawler, rpg and grid-based movement game developed and published by Almost Human Games. Released on April 11th 2012 has received 6,401 reviews of which 5,995 were positive and 406 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in grid-based movement games.
9.1
5,995
406
-94%
14.79€
0.90€
4. Shattered Planet
Explore a dangerous planet that's different every time and try to survive! The Galactic Union's job for you is clear: research the alien wildlife -- for science! However, in this case, researching may include lasers, explosions, hungry aliens, space sushi, and other similarly delicious-or-terrifying hazards. Shattered Planet is a rpg, procedural generation and strategy game developed and published by Kitfox Games. Released on July 03rd 2014 has received 641 reviews of which 439 were positive and 202 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for grid-based movement games.
6.6
439
202
-94%
14.79€
0.99€
5. Legend of Grimrock 2
Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawling role playing game with a modern execution but an oldschool heart. A group of four prisoners have shipwrecked on the secluded Isle of Nex. The island is filled with ancient crumbled ruins, mysterious shrines and a vast underground network of dungeons. Legend of Grimrock 2 is a dungeon crawler, rpg and grid-based movement game developed and published by Almost Human Games. Released on October 15th 2014 has received 3,806 reviews of which 3,458 were positive and 348 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 82% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for grid-based movement games.
8.7
3,458
348
-82%
23.52€
4.36€
6. The Bard's Tale Trilogy
The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a complete remaster of the iconic series that helped define the RPG genre. Featuring updated graphics and optional quality of life gameplay features, this is the ideal way to experience the dungeon crawling challenge that made the original games beloved classics. The Bard's Tale Trilogy is a rpg, dungeon crawler and classic game developed by Krome Studios and inXile Entertainment and published by inXile Entertainment. Released on August 14th 2018 has received 1,423 reviews of which 1,355 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for grid-based movement games.
9.0
1,355
68
-80%
12.49€
2.49€
7. Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
From the world of "Lost Eidolons" comes an all-new roguelite tactical RPG! Stranded on a mysterious island with scattered memories, your only means of survival is to fight. Recruit allies, undertake a perilous journey, and battle to reclaim what you've lost... no matter how many deaths it takes. Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch is a early access, turn-based combat and grid-based movement game developed by Ocean Drive Studio and Inc. and published by Ocean Drive Studio, Inc. and Kakao Games. Released on November 05th 2024 has received 481 reviews of which 386 were positive and 95 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a 40% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for grid-based movement games.
7.6
386
95
-40%
19.99€
12.00€
8. Guidus Zero
Guidus Zero is a real-time grid-based action roguelike game. Explore the sinkhole known as the "Scar" to search for spirits and treasure chests, and defeat the corrupted enemies and bosses as you strive to reach the deepest floor of the Scar, where the source of chaos awaits. Guidus Zero is a adventure, rpg and rogue-lite game developed by IZZLE and published by Com2us Holdings. Released on March 26th 2025 has received 359 reviews of which 254 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 28% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for grid-based movement games.
6.7
254
105
-28%
14.79€
10.73€
Free grid-based movement games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play grid-based movement games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play grid-based movement games.
1. Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG. Pirate101 is a mmorpg, turn-based tactics and grid-based movement game developed by KingsIsle Entertainment and published by KingsIsle Entertainment and gamigo group. Released on May 31st 2023 has received 383 reviews of which 316 were positive and 67 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free grid-based movement games on Steam.
7.7
316
67
45
players