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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Agarest: Generations of War
At the dawn of time, a terrible war raged between the forces of good and evil, ending in the destruction of the world of Agarest. After their victory, the Gods of Light unified the decaying bodies of the Gods of Darkness and created a new world.
The Banner Saga
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
MARVEL Puzzle Quest
The best in Match 3 puzzle gameplay meets Marvel's biggest Super Heroes and Super Villains with deep RPG leveling, player-vs-player tournaments, Alliances, and much more! It's time to unleash your inner Super Hero and wage war against your enemies!
Silent Storm Gold Edition
Silent Storm from leading Russian developer Nival is a true 3D tactical turn-based Role-Playing-Game set against the backdrop of WWII. As the conflict rages on the frontlines, you’ll be leading a small multinational squad behind enemy lines to gather information and wreak havoc on your enemies while trying to thwart a mysterious new...
King's Bounty: Warriors of the North
King’s Bounty: Warriors of the North is the next chapter in the cult RPG/adventure saga.
Dungeon Defenders
Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!
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 June 09th 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 8,650 reviews of which 6,130 were positive and 2,520 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played strategy rpg game, thanks to its 6,931 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.0
6,130
2,520
6,931
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 2,252 reviews of which 2,112 were positive and 140 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 632 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
2,112
140
632
players
3. 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 13,097 reviews of which 10,155 were positive and 2,942 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. While seeing 438 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among strategy rpg games based on player count.
7.6
10,155
2,942
438
players
4. 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 565 reviews of which 409 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 427 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.9
409
156
427
players
5. 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 647 reviews of which 437 were positive and 210 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 405 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.5
437
210
405
players
6. 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 1,535 reviews of which 1,077 were positive and 458 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. With 352 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.8
1,077
458
352
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 8,019 reviews of which 7,335 were positive and 684 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 341 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
8.9
7,335
684
341
players
8. 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 3,784 reviews of which 2,824 were positive and 960 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 234 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
7.3
2,824
960
234
players
9. Shogun Showdown
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! Shogun Showdown is a replay value, strategy rpg and turn-based game developed by Roboatino and published by Goblinz Publishing and Gamirror Games. Released on September 05th 2024 has received 4,892 reviews of which 4,688 were positive and 204 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 210 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
9.2
4,688
204
210
players
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 2,715 reviews of which 2,421 were positive and 294 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 197 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
8.6
2,421
294
197
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 June 09th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted strategy rpg games.
1. 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 484 reviews of which 422 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for strategy rpg category.
8.1
422
62
-97%
28.99€
1.15€
2. Pathway
Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat! Pathway is a turn-based tactics, pixel graphics and strategy rpg game developed by Robotality and published by Chucklefish. Released on April 11th 2019 has received 2,180 reviews of which 1,677 were positive and 503 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in strategy rpg games.
7.4
1,677
503
-97%
13.99€
0.45€
3. Legends of Eisenwald
Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world. Legends of Eisenwald is a tactical rpg, turn-based and choices matter game developed and published by Aterdux Entertainment. Released on July 02nd 2015 has received 1,793 reviews of which 1,362 were positive and 431 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in strategy rpg games.
7.3
1,362
431
-97%
19.99€
0.72€
4. 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 2,753 reviews of which 1,995 were positive and 758 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.0
1,995
758
-97%
22.99€
0.84€
5. Red Solstice 2: Survivors
Sequel to the best-seller The Red Solstice. Plan your strategy and infiltrate a real-time tactical battlefield - alone or with up to 7 squad members. Can you demonstrate the combat prowess to survive and secure a future for humanity? Red Solstice 2: Survivors is a strategy rpg, zombies and third person game developed by Ironward and published by 505 Games. Released on June 17th 2021 has received 3,226 reviews of which 2,246 were positive and 980 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
6.8
2,246
980
-95%
14.99€
0.82€
6. Monsters' Den: Godfall
The popular dungeon-crawling RPG series returns! Take your party into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight in turn-based battles, loot and level up! Explore the land and uncover the mysteries of the Godfall! Monsters' Den: Godfall is a dungeon crawler, turn-based and party-based rpg game developed and published by Monstrum. Released on July 06th 2017 has received 531 reviews of which 446 were positive and 85 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.9
446
85
-94%
14.79€
0.96€
7. Reverse Crawl
A dungeon crawl where YOU are the dungeon! Lead your minions in tactical turn-based combat against the pesky heroes, and unlock a variety of evil Powers. With a dynamic campaign system and a branching storyline, "Reverse Crawl" lets you experience an RPG from a whole new angle! Reverse Crawl is a tactical rpg, dungeon crawler and turn-based strategy game developed by Nerdook Productions and published by Digerati. Released on September 24th 2015 has received 564 reviews of which 499 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
8.3
499
65
-89%
4.99€
0.58€
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 13,097 reviews of which 10,155 were positive and 2,942 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.6
10,155
2,942
-88%
44.99€
5.50€
9. Langrisser I & II
The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II. Langrisser I & II is a rpg, strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Chara-ani Corporation and published by NIS America and Inc.. Released on March 10th 2020 has received 871 reviews of which 640 were positive and 231 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.0
640
231
-80%
49.99€
10.06€
10. WARTILE
Wartile is a cool-down based strategy game in which you control a warband of Viking figurines in a miniature universe inspired by Norse mythology. Unravel its secrets and rein the powers of the gods. WARTILE is a rpg, strategy and strategy rpg game developed and published by Playwood Project. Released on February 08th 2018 has received 692 reviews of which 525 were positive and 167 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 78% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.2
525
167
-78%
19.99€
4.49€
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 June 09th 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 8,650 reviews of which 6,130 were positive and 2,520 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 6,931 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.0
6,130
2,520
6,931
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 2,252 reviews of which 2,112 were positive and 140 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 632, this strategy rpg game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free strategy rpg games on Steam.
9.0
2,112
140
632
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 565 reviews of which 409 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 427, this strategy rpg game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.9
409
156
427
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 647 reviews of which 437 were positive and 210 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 405 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
437
210
405
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 1,535 reviews of which 1,077 were positive and 458 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 352 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.8
1,077
458
352
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 8,019 reviews of which 7,335 were positive and 684 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 341 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
7,335
684
341
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 710 reviews of which 510 were positive and 200 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 126 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
510
200
126
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 1,505 reviews of which 1,132 were positive and 373 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.2
1,132
373
90
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 1,013 reviews of which 825 were positive and 188 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
825
188
36
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 932 reviews of which 752 were positive and 180 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
752
180
6
players