Best Turn-Based Tactics 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 tactics games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free turn-based tactics games are available at the bottom of the page.
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X-COM: Apocalypse
There's something evil in the city tonight... Earth has been ravaged by human excess, petty conflict and alien invasion. The world's population has been herded into huge cities, the first of which was Mega Primus. 2084: A Utopia shattered, social collapse and civil unrest reigns in Mega Primus. Fiendish aliens terrorize the city.
Telltale Texas Hold ‘Em
Join poker's most outspoken players for a hand of Telltale Texas Hold'em, the card game stacked high with personality. Quips will fly, chips will fall, and you may just end up rolling in the aisles.This is your chance to play in a poker tournament against four characters of such lethal absurdity, you'll either die laughing or die trying.
X-COM: Terror From the Deep
The war continues... X-COM: UFO Defense brought you to a galactic battlefield. X-COM: Terror from the Deep brings the alien terror into a totally new dimension.Seeking to take advantage of a weakened Earth, X-COM's deep space foes unexpectedly change strategy and launch a powerful second front against planet Earth.Most played turn-based tactics games on Steam
Take a look at the top turn-based tactics games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 08th 2025.
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. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played turn-based tactics game, thanks to its 8,120 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.5
48,269
7,991
8,120
players
2. 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 101,170 reviews of which 85,694 were positive and 15,476 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. While seeing 2,963 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among turn-based tactics games based on player count.
8.4
85,694
15,476
2,963
players
3. BATTLETECH
Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war. BATTLETECH is a mechs, strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Harebrained Schemes and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on April 24th 2018 has received 31,431 reviews of which 26,323 were positive and 5,108 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 1,442 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among turn-based tactics games based on player count.
8.2
26,323
5,108
1,442
players
4. Darkest Dungeon® II
Darkest Dungeon II is a roguelike road trip of the damned. Form a party, equip your stagecoach, and set off across the decaying landscape on a last gasp quest to avert the apocalypse. The greatest dangers you face, however, may come from within... Darkest Dungeon® II is a turn-based tactics, rogue-lite and dungeon crawler game developed and published by Red Hook Studios. Released on May 08th 2023 has received 21,103 reviews of which 16,023 were positive and 5,080 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 890 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
7.5
16,023
5,080
890
players
5. ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV
Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors! ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV is a turn-based tactics, wargame and military game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on January 15th 2020 has received 15,057 reviews of which 9,377 were positive and 5,680 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. With 674 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
6.2
9,377
5,680
674
players
6. Sword of Convallaria
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny. Sword of Convallaria is a free to play, jrpg and tactical rpg game developed and published by XD. Released on July 31st 2024 has received 3,786 reviews of which 2,810 were positive and 976 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 630 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
7.2
2,810
976
630
players
7. Skill Legends Royale
This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion. Skill Legends Royale is a auto battler, strategy and card battler game developed and published by ZGGame. Released on November 04th 2024 has received 1,951 reviews of which 1,515 were positive and 436 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 479 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
7.5
1,515
436
479
players
8. The Last Spell
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics. The Last Spell is a strategy, turn-based strategy and singleplayer game developed by Ishtar Games and published by The Arcade Crew, Gamera Games, DANGEN Entertainment and Nacon. Released on March 09th 2023 has received 11,383 reviews of which 10,449 were positive and 934 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 476 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
8.9
10,449
934
476
players
9. Monster Train
Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time. Monster Train is a card battler, rogue-lite and card game game developed by Shiny Shoe and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on May 21st 2020 has received 21,715 reviews of which 20,850 were positive and 865 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 452 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
9.4
20,850
865
452
players
10. 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 12,841 reviews of which 11,485 were positive and 1,356 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 401 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played turn-based tactics games.
8.7
11,485
1,356
401
players
Best deals on turn-based tactics games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of turn-based tactics games available on Steam right now, updated on May 08th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted turn-based tactics 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 899 reviews of which 787 were positive and 112 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Featuring a massive 96% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for turn-based tactics category.
8.3
787
112
-96%
25.00€
1.00€
2. 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 2,256 reviews of which 1,796 were positive and 460 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in turn-based tactics games.
7.7
1,796
460
-96%
33.50€
1.34€
3. Tales & Tactics
Roguelike Squad-based Autobattler in a Tabletop RPG setting. Draft your army, carefully equip and position your units, make important choices, and meet a colorful cast of characters as you make ready for the Grand Tournament. Tales & Tactics is a hex grid, auto battler and strategy game developed by Table 9 Studio and published by Yogscast Games and Gamersky Games. Released on August 15th 2024 has received 1,716 reviews of which 1,367 were positive and 349 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in turn-based tactics games.
7.7
1,367
349
-94%
16.67€
1.00€
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 4,781 reviews of which 3,935 were positive and 846 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 tactics games.
8.0
3,935
846
-93%
31.29€
2.19€
5. 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 12,841 reviews of which 11,485 were positive and 1,356 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for turn-based tactics games.
8.7
11,485
1,356
-92%
43.63€
3.49€
6. Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector
Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in the grimdark universe of the 41st Millennium. Pick your force, develop your army, field mighty heroes and fight for victory using superior strategy, awesome abilities, and devastating weaponry. Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a strategy, warhammer 40k and turn-based tactics game developed and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on July 22nd 2021 has received 5,486 reviews of which 4,840 were positive and 646 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for turn-based tactics games.
8.5
4,840
646
-90%
42.00€
4.20€
7. I am not a Monster: First Contact
Retro sci-fi tactical turn-based strategy with an exciting storyline. The Albatross space liner is overrun by lizard-like monsters that can infect humans and turn them into their own kind. Save the passengers and defeat the hostile creatures. I am not a Monster: First Contact is a turn-based tactics, strategy and sci-fi game developed by Cheerdealers and published by Alawar. Released on September 27th 2018 has received 1,255 reviews of which 965 were positive and 290 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10.
7.4
965
290
10.79€
8. Rebel Cops
Lead a ragtag squad of cops in rebellion against their town's new criminal power and see how long you can hold out in this unforgiving turn-based spin-off game from This Is the Police. You'll be desperately short on supplies, and a single shot can cost a cop their life. Rebel Cops is a strategy, turn-based and turn-based tactics game developed by Weappy Studio and published by THQ Nordic. Released on September 17th 2019 has received 1,655 reviews of which 1,257 were positive and 398 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for turn-based tactics games.
7.3
1,257
398
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
9. Oaken
Oaken, a turn-based tactical roguelike set in the spirit inhabited world. Explore the Great Oak, gather allies and trinkets, learn to use the positioning for your advantage, choose how to upgrade your cards. Wake the spirits and save the Oak! Oaken is a turn-based tactics, card battler and singleplayer game developed by Laki Studios and published by Goblinz Publishing and Surefire.Games. Released on July 20th 2023 has received 359 reviews of which 279 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for turn-based tactics games.
7.3
279
80
-90%
19.80€
1.98€
10. The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters. The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos is a rpg, turn-based tactics and adventure game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Dear Villagers and E-Home Entertainment. Released on September 17th 2020 has received 7,436 reviews of which 6,509 were positive and 927 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for turn-based tactics games.
8.5
6,509
927
-86%
35.29€
4.94€
Free turn-based tactics games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play turn-based tactics games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 08th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play turn-based tactics 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 8,120 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
8.5
48,269
7,991
8,120
players
2. Sword of Convallaria
Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny. Sword of Convallaria is a free to play, jrpg and tactical rpg game developed and published by XD. Released on July 31st 2024 has received 3,786 reviews of which 2,810 were positive and 976 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 630, this turn-based tactics game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
7.2
2,810
976
630
players
3. Skill Legends Royale
This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion. Skill Legends Royale is a auto battler, strategy and card battler game developed and published by ZGGame. Released on November 04th 2024 has received 1,951 reviews of which 1,515 were positive and 436 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 479, this turn-based tactics game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
7.5
1,515
436
479
players
4. Alpha League
Alpha League is a free-to-play, hero based Auto Chess. 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 is a auto battler, turn-based tactics and roguelite game developed and published by Beaveroid Entertainment. Released on February 22nd 2024 has received 1,229 reviews of which 1,031 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 341 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
8.0
1,031
198
341
players
5. Minion Masters
An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free! Minion Masters is a pve, trading card game and stylized game developed and published by BetaDwarf. Released on May 24th 2019 has received 64,863 reviews of which 58,076 were positive and 6,787 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 257 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
8.8
58,076
6,787
257
players
6. King Arthur: Legends Rise
Embark on a dark squad RPG journey inspired by King Arthur's perilous adventures. Gather loyal heroes, explore a vast world, and battle against mythical bosses and monsters to restore the kingdom's former glory. King Arthur: Legends Rise is a exploration, strategy and crpg game developed by Kabam Games and Inc. and published by Netmarble. Released on January 21st 2025 has received 497 reviews of which 324 were positive and 173 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 209 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
6.3
324
173
209
players
7. Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game
Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game is an online DBG which contains a PVE mode called Uncharted Realms and a PVP mode. Every game is a deck building from scratch. Players can have stronger decks by changing cards, and then build more powerful routines to defeat all opponents to win. Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game is a free to play, card battler and strategy game developed by Darksun Studio and published by Gamirror Games and Gamera Games. Released on January 21st 2024 has received 6,049 reviews of which 4,466 were positive and 1,583 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 136 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
7.2
4,466
1,583
136
players
8. Waven
Forge your own destiny! Choose your character, equip your best spells and sail from island to island in quest of fortune and glory. Level up your hero and your strategy in this free-to-play tactical multiplayer RPG with unique colorful graphics. Waven is a tactical rpg, turn-based tactics and pve game developed by Ankama Studio and published by Ankama Games and New Tales. Released on August 16th 2023 has received 4,853 reviews of which 3,929 were positive and 924 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
7.9
3,929
924
59
players
9. Shinobi Warfare
Play an 2d turn based RPG multiplayer game, stylize your own shinobi and play different game modes alone or with your friends! Level up, unlock various items and skills and procced in your journey of becoming the next Kage! Shinobi Warfare is a rpg, turn-based tactics and ninja game developed and published by TechnoTal. Released on June 14th 2022 has received 3,234 reviews of which 3,011 were positive and 223 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
8.9
3,011
223
52
players
10. Pox Nora
Delve into classic turn-based strategy gaming with elements of table top miniatures, fantasy RPG and TCG style gameplay all wrapped into one. Pox Nora is a trading card game, turn-based tactics and pvp game developed and published by Desert Owl Games LLC. Released on October 15th 2014 has received 848 reviews of which 645 were positive and 203 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free turn-based tactics games on Steam.
7.3
645
203
35
players