Best Strategy RPG 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 strategy rpg games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free strategy rpg games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Cossacks: Art of War
Cossacks: The Art of War continues the history of the great battles of XVII–XVIII centuries
King's Bounty: Crossworlds
King’s Bounty: Crossworlds is the stand alone expansion for the famous King's Bounty: Armored Princess role-playing game that contains an improved version of it, two additional campaigns and world editor.
King's Bounty: Armored Princess
King's Bounty: Armored Princess is a sequel to the critically acclaimed King’s Bounty: The Legend.
King's Bounty: The Legend
King's Bounty: The Legend is an adventure game with tactical turn-based battles and role-playing elements.
Most played strategy rpg games on Steam
Take a look at the top strategy rpg games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 14th 2025.
1. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters! Summoners War is a free to play, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on January 07th 2024 has received 8,503 reviews of which 6,019 were positive and 2,484 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played strategy rpg game, thanks to its 8,908 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.9
6,019
2,484
8,908
players
2. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999. Reverse: 1999 is a rpg, visual novel and story rich game developed and published by BLUEPOCH GAMES CO. and LIMITED. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 2,059 reviews of which 1,935 were positive and 124 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 650 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among strategy rpg games based on player count.
9.0
1,935
124
650
players
3. Viking Rise
Race against other players to explore Valhalla and conquer Midgard! Viking Rise is a strategy, rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on May 21st 2024 has received 530 reviews of which 391 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. While seeing 430 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among strategy rpg games based on player count.
7.0
391
139
430
players
4. Doomsday: Last Survivors
New tower defense gameplay! The apocalypse has come, and zombies are running amok. As the leader of the survivors, collect and use resources to defend their last shelter! Doomsday: Last Survivors is a strategy, strategy rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on June 25th 2023 has received 628 reviews of which 425 were positive and 203 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 407 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.5
425
203
407
players
5. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM
GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a Post-Apocalyptic Tactical RPG. Players take on the role of a commander who acts as a bounty hunter, leading a squad of tactical dolls through the contaminated zones. While accepting and completing various missions, players will face continuous waves of enemies. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a strategy, rpg and anime game developed by SUNBORN Information Co. and Ltd. and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on February 10th 2025 has received 1,395 reviews of which 971 were positive and 424 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 396 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.7
971
424
396
players
6. Siralim Ultimate
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot. Siralim Ultimate is a collectathon, creature collector and dungeon crawler game developed by Thylacine Studios and published by Thylacine Studios LLC. Released on December 03rd 2021 has received 1,902 reviews of which 1,795 were positive and 107 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 362 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
9.0
1,795
107
362
players
7. Galaxy Life
The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends! Galaxy Life is a strategy, city builder and wargame game developed and published by Phoenix Network. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,976 reviews of which 7,295 were positive and 681 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 283 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
8.9
7,295
681
283
players
8. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters
Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters is a warhammer 40k, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Complex Games and published by Frontier Foundry. Released on May 05th 2022 has received 13,000 reviews of which 10,082 were positive and 2,918 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 221 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
7.6
10,082
2,918
221
players
9. Tactics Ogre: Reborn
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots. Tactics Ogre: Reborn is a tactical rpg, turn-based tactics and rpg game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on November 11th 2022 has received 3,754 reviews of which 2,804 were positive and 950 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 169 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
7.3
2,804
950
169
players
10. Bard Idle
Build a unique team, where each character has a random weapon, race and class. Strong combinations of heroes, enhanced by the ballad creation system and jelly dwarfs, will capture your adventure in history! Bard Idle is a clicker, idler and auto battler game developed and published by Illegal Turtle 🐢. Released on September 22nd 2022 has received 703 reviews of which 505 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 138 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.9
505
198
138
players
Best deals on strategy rpg games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of strategy rpg games available on Steam right now, updated on May 14th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted strategy rpg games.
1. Dark Deity
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world... Dark Deity is a tactical, turn-based strategy and strategy rpg game developed by Sword & Axe LLC and published by indie.io. Released on June 15th 2021 has received 2,723 reviews of which 1,974 were positive and 749 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for strategy rpg category.
7.0
1,974
749
-95%
24.00€
1.20€
2. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters
Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters is a warhammer 40k, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Complex Games and published by Frontier Foundry. Released on May 05th 2022 has received 13,000 reviews of which 10,082 were positive and 2,918 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 84% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in strategy rpg games.
7.6
10,082
2,918
-84%
45.19€
7.23€
3. Field of Glory II: Medieval
Field of Glory II Medieval is a turn-based tactical game set in the High Middle Ages from 1040 AD to 1270 AD. Developed by legendary designer Richard Bodley Scott it brings the best from the tabletop world into the best digital framework. Field of Glory II: Medieval is a simulation, strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Byzantine Games and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on February 04th 2021 has received 481 reviews of which 419 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 79% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in strategy rpg games.
8.1
419
62
-79%
29.33€
6.16€
4. SpellForce 3 Fallen God
Command the Trolls and lead them on an epic journey across the wild continent of Urgath. As Chieftain of the Moonkin, a tribe driven from its home by tusk hunters and disease, their survival is in your hands. SpellForce 3 Fallen God is a rpg, strategy and rts game developed by Grimlore Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 03rd 2020 has received 1,461 reviews of which 1,280 were positive and 181 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
8.3
1,280
181
-75%
19.99€
4.99€
5. Master of Magic
Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic? Master of Magic is a turn-based combat, strategy and 4x game developed by MuHa Games and Eerie Forest Studio and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on December 13th 2022 has received 1,066 reviews of which 754 were positive and 312 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 72% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
6.8
754
312
-72%
39.36€
11.02€
6. Star Dynasties
Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy. Star Dynasties is a rpg, sci-fi and turn-based strategy game developed by Pawley Games and published by Iceberg Interactive. Released on September 01st 2021 has received 455 reviews of which 334 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 71% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.0
334
121
-71%
29.62€
8.59€
7. Noob - The Factionless
Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds! Noob - The Factionless is a rpg, adventure and turn-based combat game developed by Blackpixel Studio and Olydri Games and published by Olydri Studio and Microids. Released on June 29th 2023 has received 1,076 reviews of which 887 were positive and 189 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 70% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.9
887
189
-70%
29.57€
8.87€
8. TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children
TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is the first season of a turn-based strategy SRPG that takes place in the world of Troubleshooter. TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children is a crpg, tactical rpg and turn-based tactics game developed and published by Dandylion. Released on April 23rd 2020 has received 9,140 reviews of which 8,597 were positive and 543 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 66% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
9.1
8,597
543
-66%
22.99€
7.81€
9. Depersonalization
"May all stories find their best endings." "Depersonalization" is an anthology-style game featuring standalone chapters and diverse story genres. We continuously collect and create a wide variety of stories, ultimately housing them in a library that transcends the flow of time. Depersonalization is a lovecraftian, pixel graphics and investigation game developed by MeowNature and published by Gamirror Games. Released on August 08th 2024 has received 5,930 reviews of which 5,545 were positive and 385 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 66% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
9.0
5,545
385
-66%
19.50€
6.63€
10. Dungeons 4
The Absolute Evil and its trusted *cough* servant, the Dark Elf Thalya, return in Dungeons 4 after the events of its fabulous predecessor to bring about their triumph over the forces of good once more. Dungeons 4 is a strategy, simulation and city builder game developed by Realmforge Studios and published by Kalypso Media. Released on November 09th 2023 has received 2,689 reviews of which 2,396 were positive and 293 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 65% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
8.6
2,396
293
-65%
50.06€
17.52€
Free strategy rpg games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play strategy rpg games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 14th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play strategy rpg games.
1. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters! Summoners War is a free to play, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on January 07th 2024 has received 8,503 reviews of which 6,019 were positive and 2,484 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 8,908 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.9
6,019
2,484
8,908
players
2. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999. Reverse: 1999 is a rpg, visual novel and story rich game developed and published by BLUEPOCH GAMES CO. and LIMITED. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 2,059 reviews of which 1,935 were positive and 124 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 650, this strategy rpg game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free strategy rpg games on Steam.
9.0
1,935
124
650
players
3. Viking Rise
Race against other players to explore Valhalla and conquer Midgard! Viking Rise is a strategy, rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on May 21st 2024 has received 530 reviews of which 391 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 430, this strategy rpg game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.0
391
139
430
players
4. Doomsday: Last Survivors
New tower defense gameplay! The apocalypse has come, and zombies are running amok. As the leader of the survivors, collect and use resources to defend their last shelter! Doomsday: Last Survivors is a strategy, strategy rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on June 25th 2023 has received 628 reviews of which 425 were positive and 203 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 407 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.5
425
203
407
players
5. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM
GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a Post-Apocalyptic Tactical RPG. Players take on the role of a commander who acts as a bounty hunter, leading a squad of tactical dolls through the contaminated zones. While accepting and completing various missions, players will face continuous waves of enemies. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a strategy, rpg and anime game developed by SUNBORN Information Co. and Ltd. and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on February 10th 2025 has received 1,395 reviews of which 971 were positive and 424 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 396 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.7
971
424
396
players
6. Galaxy Life
The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends! Galaxy Life is a strategy, city builder and wargame game developed and published by Phoenix Network. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,976 reviews of which 7,295 were positive and 681 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 283 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
8.9
7,295
681
283
players
7. Bard Idle
Build a unique team, where each character has a random weapon, race and class. Strong combinations of heroes, enhanced by the ballad creation system and jelly dwarfs, will capture your adventure in history! Bard Idle is a clicker, idler and auto battler game developed and published by Illegal Turtle 🐢. Released on September 22nd 2022 has received 703 reviews of which 505 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 138 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.9
505
198
138
players
8. SpellForce 3 Versus Edition
The SpellForce 3: Versus Edition gives you the chance to enter the battlefields of Eo for free, letting you test your RTS skills against AI opponents or even other human players. SpellForce 3 Versus Edition is a strategy, rpg and building game developed by Grimlore Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 03rd 2020 has received 1,501 reviews of which 1,131 were positive and 370 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.3
1,131
370
35
players
9. Wolvesville
Wolvesville is a multiplayer game for up to 16 players. Each game has different teams such as villagers or werewolves all fighting to be the last team standing. Use special abilities to uncover the roles of other players and convince your fellow players to work with you. Wolvesville is a werewolves, pvp and party-based rpg game developed by Wolvesville GmbH & Co. KG and published by Wolvesville GmbH & Co. KG . Released on September 01st 2023 has received 1,002 reviews of which 816 were positive and 186 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.8
816
186
24
players
10. B100X - Auto Dungeon RPG
Devilishly addictive RPG presented by Nussygame, the developer of "Buriedbornes"! B100X - Auto Dungeon RPG is a rpg, casual and strategy game developed and published by Nussygame. Released on January 26th 2021 has received 929 reviews of which 751 were positive and 178 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.7
751
178
7
players