Best Turn-Based Strategy 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 strategy games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free turn-based strategy games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Attack of the Earthlings Take on Galactoil, a comically dysfunctional intergalactic energy corporation, and its larger-than-life employees in a tactical-stealth game that fuses satisfying strategic gameplay and dark comedy in a quirky single-player story.

Price -5% 12.00€
Rating 7.9
Release 08 Feb 2018
Tangledeep Enter the magical world of Tangledeep, a beautifully polished dungeon crawler inspired by classic 16-bit RPGs! Colorful characters, a unique job system, tons of skills, items, and diverse environments with deep, turn-based roguelike gameplay. A different adventure every time you play!

Price -84% 2.00€
Rating 7.9
Release 01 Feb 2018
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XII with Power Up Kit "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12," which was released in 2012 as the 12th game in the series. The stage is set. Create the story.

Price -50% 18.49€
Rating 7.0
Release 16 Jan 2018
Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11," which was released in 2006 as the 11th game in the series. The grand battles that shaped the course of Chinese history are shown in 3D space! In Administration, players freely develop cities.

Price -50% 18.49€
Rating 8.9
Release 16 Jan 2018
Romancing SaGa 2™ Sit upon the throne of the Varennes Empire and control several generations of rulers in a valiant battle against the Seven Heroes.

Price 24.99€
Rating 6.5
Release 15 Dec 2017
qop 2 qop 2 is a minimalistic puzzle which goal is to get the cube to finish using 4 directions in space.

Price 1.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 12 Dec 2017
Shadowhand: RPG Card Game Shadowhand is a strategic RPG card game. Duel powerful enemies in 18th Century England with unique solitaire-style turn-based combat. Equip your character strategically to sneak, slice and blast through foes!

Price -96% 0.71€
Rating 7.8
Release 07 Dec 2017
Romance of the Three Kingdoms X with Power Up Kit "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ," which was released in 2004 as the 10th game in the series. In this release, the all-officer playable advances.

Price -50% 13.99€
Rating 7.8
Release 05 Dec 2017
Carcassonne - Tiles & Tactics The official adaptation of the famous board game Carcassonne! A modern classic tile-placement game based on the award winning game in which the players draw and place a tile with a piece of southern French landscape on it. The player can then decide to place one of his followers, called Meeples.

Price -65% 3.49€
Rating 8.2
Release 29 Nov 2017
Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith In Dominions 5 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to huge titans or large monuments. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.

Price 38.99€
Rating 9.0
Release 27 Nov 2017
Eiyu*Senki – The World Conquest A mysterious hero from the heavens and the young ruler of Zipang, Himiko, set their sights on ending the eternal war burning around them, but to bring peace to the world they must first conquer it.

Price 24.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 10 Nov 2017
Golden Krone Hotel Golden Krone Hotel is a gothic horror roguelike. Fight vampires with sunlight or become a vampire yourself and sneak in the shadows. Combines classic turn-based combat with dynamic lighting, an innovative potion system, and fast paced gameplay.

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 26 Oct 2017
Warbanners Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!

Price -96% 0.80€
Rating 6.8
Release 18 Oct 2017
Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX with Power Up Kit "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ," which was released in 2003 as the 9th game in the series. RTK Ⅸ is a strategy based simulation game based in China's chaotic Three Kingdoms period.

Price -50% 13.99€
Rating 8.0
Release 17 Oct 2017
Field of Glory II Field of Glory II is a turn-based tactical game set during the Rise of Rome from 280 BC to 25 BC.

Price -98% 0.66€
Rating 7.9
Release 12 Oct 2017
Total War: WARHAMMER II Strategy gaming perfected. A breath-taking campaign of exploration, expansion and conquest across a fantasy world. Turn-based civilisation management and real-time epic strategy battles with thousands of troops and monsters at your command.

Price -89% 7.00€
Rating 9.1
Release 28 Sep 2017
Bronze Age - HD Edition What was it like to be a chief of a tribe in 6000 year B.C.? Oh, you know, the usual - feed your people, build them shelters, defend them from raids of neighbors. And if you are lucky, sooner or later you will build a kingdom and become their king!

Price 2.99€
Rating 7.2
Release 25 Sep 2017
Niche - a genetics survival game Niche - a genetics survival game is a turn-based strategy game combined with simulation and roguelike elements. Shape your own species of animals based on real genetics. Keep your species alive against all odds, such as predators, climate change and spreading sickness.

Price -75% 4.54€
Rating 8.4
Release 21 Sep 2017
Warbands: Bushido Warbands:Bushido is a miniatures board game arena with cards, miniatures, dice and beautiful terrains to fight on, with both multiplayer battles boardgamers are used to, and challenging single-player scenarios.

Price Free to play
Rating 6.7
Release 15 Sep 2017
Oriental Empires Turn based 4X strategy game, recreating the civilizations of ancient China. Develop your land, build great cities, raise huge armies and fight epic battles, with hundreds of soldiers fighting right on the game map. Advance your technologies, culture and religion to create one of mankind’s biggest empires.

Price -98% 0.84€
Rating 7.8
Release 14 Sep 2017
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.

Price 44.99€
Rating 9.5
Release 14 Sep 2017
Battlestar Galactica Deadlock In Battlestar Galactica Deadlock™ you’ll take command of the Colonial Fleet in defense of the Twelve Colonies during the First Cylon War. Lead many different types of ships in this 3D tactical game. Every decision counts, your strategy will be vital – can you ensure mankind’s survival?

Price -99% 0.48€
Rating 8.1
Release 31 Aug 2017
West of Loathing West of Loathing — a slapstick comedy stick-figure wild west adventure role-playing game.

Price 10.99€
Rating 9.5
Release 10 Aug 2017
Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander (LIGHTSPEED EDITION) A retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling. Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition is a massively enhanced version of the Award Winning indie strategy RPG, Halcyon 6.

Price 14.99€
Rating 7.5
Release 09 Aug 2017

Most played turn-based strategy games on Steam

Take a look at the top turn-based strategy games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.

1. Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI

Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time? Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI is a strategy, turn-based strategy and multiplayer game developed by Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac) and Aspyr (Linux) and published by Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux) and 2K. Released on October 20th 2016 has received 349,920 reviews of which 304,053 were positive and 45,867 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played turn-based strategy game, thanks to its 25,209 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
304,053
45,867

25,209
players

2. Total War: WARHAMMER III

The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them? Total War: WARHAMMER III is a strategy, turn-based strategy and grand strategy game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive and published by Feral Interactive and SEGA. Released on February 16th 2022 has received 119,858 reviews of which 87,141 were positive and 32,717 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. While seeing 20,478 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among turn-based strategy games based on player count.
7.2
87,141
32,717

20,478
players

3. Sid Meier's Civilization® V

Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more! Sid Meier's Civilization® V is a turn-based strategy, strategy and turn-based game developed by Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac) and Aspyr (Linux) and published by Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux) and 2K. Released on September 23rd 2010 has received 204,265 reviews of which 195,724 were positive and 8,541 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 14,891 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among turn-based strategy games based on player count.
9.5
195,724
8,541

14,891
players

4. 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 8,700 reviews of which 6,171 were positive and 2,529 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 7,758 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
7.0
6,171
2,529

7,758
players

5. Monster Train 2

Monster Train returns with all new clans, new enemy factions, new challenges, new modes and more! Defend your Pyre in the classic three-tiered, vertical gameplay that made the original roguelike deckbuilder a hit. Monster Train 2 is a strategy, card game and rogue-like game developed by Shiny Shoe and published by Big Fan Games. Released on May 21st 2025 has received 3,664 reviews of which 3,505 were positive and 159 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 6,038 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
9.2
3,505
159

6,038
players

6. Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition

Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch. Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition is a strategy, historical and turn-based strategy game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive and published by SEGA and Feral Interactive. Released on September 02nd 2013 has received 88,173 reviews of which 73,559 were positive and 14,614 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 5,268 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
8.2
73,559
14,614

5,268
players

7. Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition

The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God. Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition is a tactical rpg, rpg and turn-based strategy game developed and published by Larian Studios. Released on September 14th 2017 has received 190,124 reviews of which 182,166 were positive and 7,958 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 4,056 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
9.5
182,166
7,958

4,056
players

8. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a character customization, cinematic and story rich game developed and published by Owlcat Games. Released on December 07th 2023 has received 30,805 reviews of which 26,360 were positive and 4,445 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 3,621 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
8.4
26,360
4,445

3,621
players

9. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition

Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition is a strategy, medieval and historical game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on November 15th 2006 has received 33,344 reviews of which 31,910 were positive and 1,434 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 3,534 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
9.4
31,910
1,434

3,534
players

10. Total War: THREE KINGDOMS

Total War: THREE KINGDOMS is the first in the award-winning series to recreate epic conflict across ancient China. Combining a gripping turn-based campaign of empire-building & conquest with stunning real-time battles, THREE KINGDOMS redefines the series in an age of heroes & legends. Total War: THREE KINGDOMS is a strategy, historical and war game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on May 23rd 2019 has received 103,745 reviews of which 74,951 were positive and 28,794 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 2,850 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
7.2
74,951
28,794

2,850
players

Best deals on turn-based strategy games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of turn-based strategy 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 turn-based strategy games.

1. Inkulinati

Inkulinati is a turn-based strategy game straight from medieval manuscripts, where a rabbit’s bum can be deadlier than a dog's sword. Become a master of the Living Ink, build your own bestiary, defeat medieval superstars and collect perks to unleash hidden powers. Inkulinati is a medieval, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Yaza Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on February 22nd 2024 has received 928 reviews of which 808 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for turn-based strategy category.
8.2
808
120

-99% 24.99€ 0.44€

2. Battlestar Galactica Deadlock

In Battlestar Galactica Deadlock™ you’ll take command of the Colonial Fleet in defense of the Twelve Colonies during the First Cylon War. Lead many different types of ships in this 3D tactical game. Every decision counts, your strategy will be vital – can you ensure mankind’s survival? Battlestar Galactica Deadlock is a strategy, space and sci-fi game developed by Black Lab Games and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on August 31st 2017 has received 3,460 reviews of which 2,906 were positive and 554 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in turn-based strategy games.
8.1
2,906
554

-99% 38.99€ 0.48€

3. Old World

Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind? Old World is a strategy, simulation and 4x game developed by Mohawk Games and published by Hooded Horse. Released on May 18th 2022 has received 4,673 reviews of which 3,841 were positive and 832 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in turn-based strategy games.
8.0
3,841
832

-99% 39.99€ 0.48€

4. Age of Wonders III

Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike! Age of Wonders III is a strategy, turn-based strategy and fantasy game developed by Triumph Studios and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on March 31st 2014 has received 12,578 reviews of which 10,093 were positive and 2,485 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
7.9
10,093
2,485

-99% 29.99€ 0.42€

5. Miasma Chronicles

From the creators of Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden comes a beautifully crafted tactical adventure you won’t forget. Embark on a quest across a post-apocalyptic wasteland torn apart by a savage force known only as the ‘Miasma’. Miasma Chronicles is a tactical rpg, turn-based strategy and tactical game developed by The Bearded Ladies and published by 505 Games Official. Released on May 23rd 2023 has received 2,314 reviews of which 1,835 were positive and 479 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
7.7
1,835
479

-99% 34.99€ 0.56€

6. 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 99% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
7.0
1,995
758

-99% 22.99€ 0.42€

7. Iron Danger

Iron Danger is a tactical combat puzzler with a unique time manipulation mechanic. A never before seen combination that blends the tactical depth of turn-based games with the exciting action of real-time games. Iron Danger is a puzzle, turn-based tactics and turn-based strategy game developed by Action Squad Studios and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on March 25th 2020 has received 970 reviews of which 704 were positive and 266 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
7.0
704
266

-99% 19.99€ 0.34€

8. Battle vs Chess

Commanders, assemble your armies! BATTLE vs. CHESS calls for an interactive feather duster, chartering the successful chess game principle into the present day multimedia world. Animated fantasy figurines assemble in magical worlds and await your command! Battle vs Chess is a strategy, chess and casual game developed by Targem Games and published by TopWare Interactive ACE. Released on August 16th 2012 has received 976 reviews of which 695 were positive and 281 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
6.9
695
281

-99% 24.50€ 0.39€

9. King's Bounty II

Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre. King's Bounty II is a strategy, rpg and turn-based strategy game developed by Fulqrum Games and published by Fulqrum Publishing, Prime Matter and 方块游戏 (China). Released on August 24th 2021 has received 5,329 reviews of which 3,322 were positive and 2,007 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
6.1
3,322
2,007

-99% 39.99€ 0.79€

10. XCOM: Enemy Unknown

The XCOM: Enemy Unknown - Slingshot Pack is Now Available! XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a turn-based strategy, tactical and strategy game developed by Firaxis Games and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral Interactive (Linux) and 2K. Released on October 11th 2012 has received 56,414 reviews of which 52,717 were positive and 3,697 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
9.2
52,717
3,697

-98% 19.99€ 0.47€

Free turn-based strategy games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play turn-based strategy 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 turn-based strategy 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 8,700 reviews of which 6,171 were positive and 2,529 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 7,758 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
7.0
6,171
2,529

7,758
players

2. Alpha League HD

Alpha League HD is a free-to-play, hero based Autobattler. In Alpha League, simply pick and build your favorite hero in a Roguelike fashion with 12 different combat genres, and then battle the other 7 Bots or Players to be the winner. Alpha League HD is a auto battler, turn-based strategy and casual game developed and published by Beaveroid Entertainment. Released on February 14th 2025 has received 884 reviews of which 795 were positive and 89 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 1,546, this turn-based strategy game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.5
795
89

1,546
players

3. Miscrits: World of Creatures

After years of absence, Miscrits is back and better than ever! Return to the world of Miscria and capture hundreds of iconic Miscrits. Train your Miscrits to their strongest forms and put a stop to the Magicites, who threaten to eliminate all Miscrit life from the world! Miscrits: World of Creatures is a adventure, creature collector and strategy game developed and published by Lightning Ball Studios. Released on May 25th 2025 has received 609 reviews of which 549 were positive and 60 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 731, this turn-based strategy game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.4
549
60

731
players

4. 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 1,580 reviews of which 1,111 were positive and 469 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 514 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
6.8
1,111
469

514
players

5. Battle Nations

Battle Nations is back! Build your empire and lead your armies to victory! Choose from traditional troops and vehicles or unleash exotic forces like mammoths, velociraptors, sandworms, and futuristic plasma units! Battle Nations is a free to play, strategy and turn-based strategy game developed and published by Madrona Games Inc. Released on September 18th 2014 has received 1,407 reviews of which 963 were positive and 444 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 280 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
6.6
963
444

280
players

6. WAKFU

Immerse yourself in the WAKFU universe with this free to play MMORPG. Select your class, travel the world, meet adventurers to challenge powerful monsters in epic turn-based battles.Participate in the kingdom’s economy and politics and create your own legend! WAKFU is a free to play, massively multiplayer and turn-based strategy game developed by Ankama Studio and published by Ankama Games. Released on September 18th 2014 has received 10,236 reviews of which 7,744 were positive and 2,492 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 234 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
7.4
7,744
2,492

234
players

7. Battle for Wesnoth

The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go. Battle for Wesnoth is a free to play, strategy and turn-based strategy game developed by The Battle for Wesnoth Project and published by Wesnoth Inc.. Released on May 01st 2018 has received 5,356 reviews of which 5,041 were positive and 315 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 169 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
9.1
5,041
315

169
players

8. SOVL: Fantasy Warfare

SOVL is a ruleset for playing fantasy wargames. It can be played with miniatures on a table or digitally on Steam. SOVL: Fantasy Warfare is a strategy, wargame and tabletop game developed and published by Dalen Studios. Released on June 29th 2023 has received 2,073 reviews of which 1,821 were positive and 252 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 161 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.4
1,821
252

161
players

9. 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 zombies, turn-based strategy and tactical rpg game developed and published by Deca Games. Released on July 30th 2024 has received 574 reviews of which 438 were positive and 136 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 108 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
7.2
438
136

108
players

10. Arcanists

Players take turns in a race against the clock, utilising an array of spells to defeat their opponents in battle! Victory is accomplished by becoming the 'last man standing' (or last team) after all other players have been reduced to zero hitpoints. Arcanists is a free to play, strategy and multiplayer game developed and published by pur3 extreme. Released on July 15th 2024 has received 561 reviews of which 491 were positive and 70 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.2
491
70

73
players