Best Turn-Based Combat 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 turn-based combat games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free turn-based combat games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Deck Hunter
Deck Hunter is a roguelike card game. The World of Klanojh has been cursed by Glatta, the Goddess of Anger. Build your deck, make combos, defeat fantasy creatures and help Avery to face the evil and restore the balance!
Vambrace: Cold Soul
Vambrace: Cold Soul is a story-driven roguelite set amidst a frozen landscape. Plan expeditions, then journey to the cursed city surface with your party. Wield unique powers, avoid traps, brave strange encounters, and survive deadly combat in this gothic fantasy adventure!
Banner of the Maid
Banner of the Maid is a mix of turn-based strategy and JRPG. Set in an alternate French Revolution with fantasy elements. As the young officer Pauline Bonaparte you will have to lead your troops to battle and play a role in the political vortex of Paris.
Atelier Lulua ~The Scion of Arland~
The long awaited 4th installment of the popular "Arland" series that had begun with the "Atelier Rorona"! In this new story, players will revisit the nostalgic world of Arland and embark on exciting journey of alchemy together with Rorona's daughter, Lulua.
Death end re;Quest
Death end re;Quest takes the classic turn-based RPG and flips it upside-down. Switch between the RPG action of the game world and the visual novel segments of the real world. In the realm of game development, it may seem all fun and games until the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur.
Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
A tactical, turn-based RPG from the makers of Legend of Grimrock games. Every action, every turn counts as you control your party of heroes through challenging, handcrafted missions in the ancient, mist-clad Menhir Forest.
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Swords and Sandals Classic Collection
"Gladiator, gladiator, gladiator, Swords and Sandals, Gladiatorrrrr!"You grew up playing the legendary Swords and Sandals turn based combat game series. These games have been played over half a billion times. Swords and Sandals is nostalgia, Swords and Sandals is life.
中华三国志 the Three Kingdoms of China
Three Kingdoms of China is a free, open-source single-machine strategy three-country game developed by the domestic folk team. The game does not have any commercial nature, hoping to create a dream of Three Kingdoms for the fans of the three kingdoms.
Fight of Gods
Your prayers have been answered! For the first time ever, gods, holy spirits and mythological characters from around the globe and throughout history will clash in an explosive 2D fighter where the entire world is at stake!
Warhammer The Horus Heresy: Legions
A card battler based in the rich universe of the Horus Heresy, the origin story of Warhammer 40,000. Play through epic single-player campaigns, take part in draft tournaments based on famous battles, or build your own unstoppable deck and compete in fast and epic duels against players worldwide.
Robothorium
Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!
Rogue Empire: Dungeon Crawler RPG
Explore randomly generated content and experience the thrill of a classic tactical turn-based rogue-like RPG! Choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of strategy, skill, and discovery.
Age of Fear: The Free World
Age of Fear: The Free World is an introduction to a decade-old turn-based strategy series that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements. Choose your faction (Undead Legion, Human Kingdom or Greenskins Horde), build a unique army and embark on exploring the realm!
YIIK: A Postmodern RPG
Experience YIIK: A Postmodern RPG 1.5 (I.V) update with revamped battles and cutscenes. A child relinquishes her name for a birthday invite, hoping to find her brother. Alex's reality unravels, guided by a mysterious cat, witnessing a woman vanish, igniting an obsession that threatens his world.
ATOM RPG: Post-apocalyptic indie game
ATOM RPG is a post-apocalyptic indie game, inspired by classic CRPGs: Fallout, Wasteland, Deus Ex, Baldur's Gate and many others.
Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden
A tactical game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with story, exploration, stealth, and strategy. Take control of a team of Mutants navigating a post-human Earth. Created by a team including former HITMAN leads and the designer of PAYDAY.
Atelier Totori ~The Adventurer of Arland~ DX
The second release in the Arland series. In a search for her missing mother, Totori tours the world of Arland as an adventurer accompanied by her friends. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to fulfil requests, raise her rank as an adventurer and venture into brand new lands.
Atelier Rorona ~The Alchemist of Arland~ DX
First release in the Arland series. The main character Rorona must save her Atelier from being closed by the Kingdom. Using Synthesis, Exploration, and Battle, gain recognition for the Atelier and save it from being closed.
Epic Battle Fantasy 5
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?Most played turn-based combat games on Steam
Take a look at the top turn-based combat games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power. Baldur's Gate 3 is a rpg, character customization and choices matter game developed and published by Larian Studios. Released on August 03rd 2023 has received 750,126 reviews of which 726,468 were positive and 23,658 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played turn-based combat game, thanks to its 80,336 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
726,468
23,658
80,336
players
2. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a turn-based combat, story rich and fantasy game developed by Sandfall Interactive and published by Kepler Interactive. Released on April 24th 2025 has received 20,857 reviews of which 19,311 were positive and 1,546 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. While seeing 58,990 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among turn-based combat games based on player count.
9.1
19,311
1,546
58,990
players
3. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs. Limbus Company is a lore-rich, story rich and free to play game developed and published by ProjectMoon. Released on February 26th 2023 has received 56,260 reviews of which 48,269 were positive and 7,991 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 6,949 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among turn-based combat games based on player count.
8.5
48,269
7,991
6,949
players
4. Persona 5 Royal
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways! Persona 5 Royal is a jrpg, story rich and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 100,454 reviews of which 97,086 were positive and 3,368 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 3,436 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
9.5
97,086
3,368
3,436
players
5. XCOM® 2
XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity. XCOM® 2 is a isometric, post-apocalyptic and turn-based combat game developed by Firaxis Games and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and 2K. Released on February 04th 2016 has received 101,020 reviews of which 85,555 were positive and 15,465 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 2,906 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
8.4
85,555
15,465
2,906
players
6. Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition
Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed 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. Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition is a adventure, turn-based combat and singleplayer game developed by Owlcat Games and published by Owlcat Games and META Publishing. Released on September 02nd 2021 has received 38,018 reviews of which 31,943 were positive and 6,075 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 2,031 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
8.3
31,943
6,075
2,031
players
7. Darkest Dungeon®
Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost? Darkest Dungeon® is a turn-based combat, dark fantasy and dungeon crawler game developed and published by Red Hook Studios. Released on January 19th 2016 has received 148,198 reviews of which 135,897 were positive and 12,301 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 1,955 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
9.1
135,897
12,301
1,955
players
8. Metaphor: ReFantazio
The throne sits empty after the king’s assassination. With no heirs, the will of the late king decrees that the next monarch will be elected by the people, & thus begins your fight for the throne.. Metaphor: ReFantazio is a rpg, jrpg and turn-based combat game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on October 10th 2024 has received 33,896 reviews of which 30,857 were positive and 3,039 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 1,811 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
8.9
30,857
3,039
1,811
players
9. Multiverse Loot Hunter
This is a brush treasure adventure game across the heavens. The protagonist awakens his powers and freely passes through different planes such as Xiuxian, history, Wuxia, magic, and future. Collect equipment, spirits, characters and cheats distributed across all planes through battle. Multiverse Loot Hunter is a rpg, strategy and loot game developed and published by 游戏养家工作室. Released on January 02nd 2025 has received 1,461 reviews of which 1,202 were positive and 259 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 1,185 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
7.9
1,202
259
1,185
players
10. Persona 4 Golden
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders. Persona 4 Golden is a jrpg, great soundtrack and story rich game developed by ATLUS and published by SEGA. Released on June 13th 2020 has received 77,426 reviews of which 75,117 were positive and 2,309 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 1,037 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played turn-based combat games.
9.5
75,117
2,309
1,037
players
Best deals on turn-based combat games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of turn-based combat games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted turn-based combat games.
1. The Lamplighters League
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. The Lamplighters League is a story rich, adventure and rpg game developed by Harebrained Schemes and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on October 03rd 2023 has received 900 reviews of which 637 were positive and 263 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for turn-based combat category.
6.8
637
263
-97%
44.33€
1.33€
2. Iratus: Lord of the Dead
Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms! Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a rpg, strategy and indie game developed by Unfrozen and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on April 23rd 2020 has received 7,713 reviews of which 6,621 were positive and 1,092 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in turn-based combat games.
8.3
6,621
1,092
-95%
32.20€
1.61€
3. Rogue Lords
A dark fantasy roguelike where you play as the Devil! Lead famous evil geniuses through events and turn-based fights to spread terror and corruption. Create synergies between your disciples, use your evil powers and take revenge on those miserable Demon Hunters. Rogue Lords is a rpg, rogue-like and dark fantasy game developed by Leikir Studio and Cyanide Studio and published by Nacon. Released on September 30th 2021 has received 1,750 reviews of which 1,231 were positive and 519 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in turn-based combat games.
6.8
1,231
519
-95%
27.40€
1.37€
4. Othercide
As Humanity’s last hope, lead your army to combat in an intricate dance of spectacular actions and counters, using an original Dynamic Timeline System, and face fearsome bosses in epic battles. Othercide is a strategy, indie and turn-based tactics game developed by Lightbulb Crew and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on July 27th 2020 has received 4,776 reviews of which 3,932 were positive and 844 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
8.0
3,932
844
-93%
31.29€
2.19€
5. Dead Age
Survive the zombie apocalypse with a “Final Fantasy” turn-based combat and permanent death! Manage survivors, craft materials, and make difficult decisions. Defend your camp against hordes of the undead to prevail in this non-linear rogue-lite (comparable to FTL). Innovative Indie Survival-RPG! Dead Age is a rpg, zombies and strategy game developed by Silent Dreams and published by Headup. Released on November 04th 2016 has received 5,464 reviews of which 4,461 were positive and 1,003 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
7.9
4,461
1,003
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
6. Hard West
When a tragic turn of events sets one man down a path of supernatural chaos and revenge, he must brutally hunt down all those who wronged him. Fight and survive through 8 unique story-based scenarios, and try your hand at 40 individually designed turn-based combat missions Hard West is a western, turn-based strategy and strategy game developed by CreativeForge Games and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on November 18th 2015 has received 4,740 reviews of which 3,569 were positive and 1,171 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
7.3
3,569
1,171
-93%
21.29€
1.49€
7. Ash of Gods: Redemption
Ash of Gods: Redemption is a turn-based RPG that combines tactical combat, CCG elements, and a constantly evolving story in which no one is safe from death, including the main characters. Ash of Gods: Redemption is a rpg, singleplayer and turn-based combat game developed by AurumDust and published by AurumDust and WhisperGames. Released on March 23rd 2018 has received 3,354 reviews of which 2,473 were positive and 881 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
7.2
2,473
881
-93%
24.00€
1.68€
8. Jagged Alliance 3
The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise. Jagged Alliance 3 is a strategy, turn-based tactics and tactical game developed by Haemimont Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on July 14th 2023 has received 12,792 reviews of which 11,441 were positive and 1,351 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
8.7
11,441
1,351
-92%
43.63€
3.49€
9. The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep
The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep is the triumphant return of one of the most iconic RPG series of all-time. Delve into a tactically rich combat system that rewards creativity, solve puzzles to gain treasure and advantages, and discover a beautifully crafted world. The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep is a rpg, dungeon crawler and turn-based combat game developed and published by inXile Entertainment. Released on September 18th 2018 has received 1,476 reviews of which 992 were positive and 484 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
6.5
992
484
-90%
33.30€
3.33€
10. Dungeon Rushers
A Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Dive in an off-beat universe, manage your team and craft mighty gear to equip them! Build your own dungeon by hiding traps and monsters in your galleries, then challenge other players to clean it! Dungeon Rushers is a dungeon crawler, rogue-lite and turn-based combat game developed by Goblinz Studio and published by Goblinz Publishing and WhisperGames. Released on September 06th 2016 has received 1,218 reviews of which 758 were positive and 460 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for turn-based combat games.
6.1
758
460
-88%
15.50€
1.86€
Free turn-based combat games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play turn-based combat games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play turn-based combat games.
1. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs. Limbus Company is a lore-rich, story rich and free to play game developed and published by ProjectMoon. Released on February 26th 2023 has received 56,260 reviews of which 48,269 were positive and 7,991 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 6,949 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free turn-based combat games on Steam.
8.5
48,269
7,991
6,949
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 1,992 reviews of which 1,873 were positive and 119 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 728, this turn-based combat game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free turn-based combat games on Steam.
9.0
1,873
119
728
players
3. The Walking Dead: No Man's Land
Step into the dangerous world of The Walking Dead: No Man's Land. Lead survivors in turn-based strategy battles, manage resources, and make tough choices to ensure their survival. Fight walkers, build your base, and face endless dangers. The Walking Dead: No Man's Land is a free to play, turn-based combat and zombies game developed and published by Deca Games. Released on July 30th 2024 has received 509 reviews of which 389 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
7.2
389
120
95
players
4. GunboundM
GunboundM is the latest version of the world famous turn-shooter, Gunbound. Gamers from all over the world on Steam and mobile platforms can compete or collaborate together. Enjoy over 40 tanks and over 100 avatars with unique weapons and skills. GunboundM is a pvp, multiplayer and turn-based combat game developed and published by DargomStudio. Released on December 13th 2021 has received 455 reviews of which 297 were positive and 158 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
6.3
297
158
70
players
5. Mist Legacy
Mist Legacy gives you a new way to experience the thrills and adventures of an MMORPG. Handcrafted by a small team of passionate developers, the game features an easy to play top-down world, turn-based combat and a skill-based progression system. Try our game for free. We hope you like it! Mist Legacy is a free to play, mmorpg and turn-based combat game developed and published by Virtys. Released on September 13th 2022 has received 1,477 reviews of which 1,091 were positive and 386 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
7.1
1,091
386
44
players
6. Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game
The critically acclaimed digital card game. Outplay your opponent with simultaneous turns and unique combat zone movement. Use all 1000+ cards in online PvP with zero payment or grinding. Build a deck helmed by 3 commanders across 8 factions, combining the unique strengths of each. Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game is a turn-based tactics, pvp and post-apocalyptic game developed and published by Lightmare Studios. Released on September 05th 2014 has received 3,464 reviews of which 2,677 were positive and 787 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
7.5
2,677
787
3
players
7. Clatter
Create and command your own customizable squads of fighting robots in this turn-based, arena tactics game. Clatter is a strategy, indie and turn-based game developed and published by Facepunch Studios. Released on December 10th 2018 has received 1,134 reviews of which 937 were positive and 197 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
7.9
937
197
2
players
8. BoardLand
BoardLand is a turn-based strategy board game where you use the numbers rolled by dice to grow your own board and battle monsters. BoardLand is a strategy, board game and turn-based combat game developed by High Fish and published by Jungle Game Lab. Released on January 10th 2024 has received 830 reviews of which 816 were positive and 14 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
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14
9. Penny Arcade's On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness 3
The Startling Developments Detective Agency springs into action as On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness 3 begins, set in motion by a call from a mysterious source. The ever escalating perils on the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness will season our tender heroes to their very core! Penny Arcade's On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness 3 is a jrpg, lovecraftian and detective game developed by Zeboyd Games and published by Penny Arcade and Inc.. Released on June 25th 2012 has received 583 reviews of which 497 were positive and 86 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
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10. Heads Will Roll: Downfall
Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a combination of a tactical role-playing game and visual novel, in which you will assume the role of a medieval soldier. Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a turn-based combat, roguelike and historical game developed by 1917 Studios and published by Valkyrie Initiative. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 409 reviews of which 277 were positive and 132 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free turn-based combat games on Steam.
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