Best Turn-Based 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 games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free turn-based games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG
A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.
BRAVELY DEFAULT II
A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!
Star Dynasties
Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.
Rift Wizard
Rift Wizard is a tough as nails fantasy roguelike featuring challenging turn based combat and deep open ended character building. Craft your spellbook from over 100 unique spells and abilities and fight your way through a series of procedurally generated challenges to defeat your nemesis.
THE LEGEND OF HEROES: HAJIMARI NO KISEKI
The empires of Zemuria have narrowly managed to escape the Great Twilight, a curse that threatened to end the world, thanks to the valiant efforts of those known as heroes. This has resulted in a ripple effect of events that hurtles the series toward its thrilling conclusion.
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.
HUMANKIND™
Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.
The Doors of Trithius
The Doors of Trithius is an open-world RPG roguelike. Engage in tactical turn-based combat in a living world of warring factions, wandering behemoths, and ancient magic. Level your skills, cook, craft, and explore dungeons. Will you follow the story, or let adventure be your guide?
Library Of Ruina
"May you find your book in this place." Combat between the guests and the librarians breaks out as if it were on a stage. Defeated guests turn into books, and the Library grows onward. And eventually, get your hands on… The one singular, perfect book.
Black Book
“Black Book” is a dark RPG Adventure, based on Slavic myths, in which you play as a young sorceress. Fight evil forces in card-based battles and explore the world, where humans live alongside mythological creatures.
City of Gangsters
In this management tycoon game, you’ll start a criminal operation from nothing and grow it into a well-oiled money machine! Build speakeasies and illegal distilleries. Manage production chains and resource distribution. Leverage favors, chase down debtors, and bribe the police to look the other way.
Jupiter Hell
True Roguelike. Turn-based shooter. Permadeath. Tribute to the sci-fi classics of the Golden VHS era. Successor to DRL. Just you and your gun against hordes of horrors and monstrosities. Give them hell to the rhythm of heavy metal.
Banners of Ruin
Assemble your party. Answer the call. Win the war. Build a deck and fight a series of turn-based combats with up to 6 party characters through the city of Dawn's Point. Each character can unlock a set of unique cards and abilities that can augment your deck in powerful, exciting ways.
Fuga: Melodies of Steel
Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an RPG where you place children, each with their own unique characteristics and skills, at different gun turrets in a tank to fight against the enemy.
FINAL FANTASY III
The original FINAL FANTASY III comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the third game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
FINAL FANTASY II
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
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.
Cris Tales
Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs with a new perspective. Peer into the past, act in the present, and watch as your choices dynamically change the future -- all on one screen as you play!
军团战棋Legion War
"Legion War" is a 4X strategy game in a fantasy setting. You can build and expand your territory, explore unknown lands, and search for mysterious treasure, cultivate your own heroes and troops while exterminating your opponent's, and challenge the god who rules the world behind the scenes.
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.
Roguebook
Embrace the challenge of a roguelike deckbuilder with unique mechanics from the developers of Faeria and Richard Garfield, creator of Magic: The Gathering™. Build a team of two heroes, unleash powerful combos and defeat the legends of the Roguebook!
Wildermyth
Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.
Edge Of Eternity
Wage epic turn-based battles as you follow Daryon and Selene on their quest to find a cure to the all-consuming Corrosion in this grand tale of hope and sacrifice, created by a small team of passionate JRPG lovers.
Most played turn-based games on Steam
Take a look at the top turn-based games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. 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 203,684 reviews of which 195,180 were positive and 8,504 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played turn-based game, thanks to its 11,528 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
195,180
8,504
11,528
players
2. 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 31,396 reviews of which 26,290 were positive and 5,106 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 1,394 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among turn-based games based on player count.
8.2
26,290
5,106
1,394
players
3. Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit. Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword is a strategy, turn-based strategy and 4x game developed by Firaxis Games and published by 2K. Released on July 24th 2007 has received 4,555 reviews of which 4,389 were positive and 166 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 1,375 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among turn-based games based on player count.
9.3
4,389
166
1,375
players
4. Sid Meier's Civilization® III Complete
Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete, the latest offering in the Sid Meier's Civilization III franchise, provides gaming fans with Sid Meier's Civilization III, the highly-addictive journey of discovery. Sid Meier's Civilization® III Complete is a strategy, turn-based strategy and turn-based game developed by Firaxis Games and published by 2K. Released on October 25th 2006 has received 7,170 reviews of which 6,430 were positive and 740 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 1,316 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played turn-based games.
8.7
6,430
740
1,316
players
5. Wandering Sword
Wandering Sword is a Chinese martial-arts RPG where you play a young swordsman caught up in a feud and nearly dies. Escaping the event puts you on the path of pursuing the highest form of martial arts and exploring the pugilistic world to become the great hero you are always destined to be. Wandering Sword is a rpg, martial arts and pixel graphics game developed by The Swordman Studio and published by Spiral Up Games. Released on September 14th 2023 has received 29,536 reviews of which 28,011 were positive and 1,525 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 604 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played turn-based games.
9.3
28,011
1,525
604
players
6. Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new... Sid Meier's Civilization® IV is a strategy, turn-based strategy and turn-based game developed by Firaxis Games and published by 2K. Released on October 25th 2006 has received 3,349 reviews of which 3,111 were positive and 238 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 603 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played turn-based games.
8.9
3,111
238
603
players
7. 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 56,237 reviews of which 52,569 were positive and 3,668 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 578 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played turn-based games.
9.2
52,569
3,668
578
players
8. Peglin
Peglin is a Pachinko Roguelike - Fight enemies by collecting special orbs and popping pegs to deal damage. Acquire special relics that radically change the game and ensure no two runs are the same. Aim carefully to survive in this unique turn-based RPG! Peglin is a deckbuilding, rogue-lite and rogue-like game developed by Red Nexus Games Inc. and published by Red Nexus Games Inc. and IndieArk. Released on August 27th 2024 has received 15,834 reviews of which 13,241 were positive and 2,593 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 548 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played turn-based games.
8.2
13,241
2,593
548
players
9. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is a strategy, warhammer 40k and 4x game developed by Proxy Studios and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on July 12th 2018 has received 14,238 reviews of which 11,571 were positive and 2,667 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 495 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played turn-based games.
8.0
11,571
2,667
495
players
10. Panzer Corps 2
Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards. Panzer Corps 2 is a strategy, world war ii and turn-based strategy game developed by Flashback Games and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 3,736 reviews of which 3,156 were positive and 580 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 429 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played turn-based games.
8.2
3,156
580
429
players
Best deals on turn-based games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of turn-based 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 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 category.
8.3
787
112
-96%
25.00€
1.00€
2. Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy! Coromon is a creature collector, exploration and jrpg game developed by TRAGsoft and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 6,506 reviews of which 5,562 were positive and 944 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 games.
8.3
5,562
944
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. PGA TOUR 2K21
Play against the pros. Play with your crew. In PGA TOUR 2K21, you can play by the rules or create your own featuring a new PGA TOUR Career Mode, licensed courses and more! Powered by The Golf Club. PGA TOUR 2K21 is a sports, simulation and local multiplayer game developed by HB Studios Multimedia Ltd. and published by 2K. Released on August 20th 2020 has received 7,607 reviews of which 6,374 were positive and 1,233 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in turn-based games.
8.2
6,374
1,233
-95%
63.40€
3.17€
4. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is a strategy, warhammer 40k and 4x game developed by Proxy Studios and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on July 12th 2018 has received 14,238 reviews of which 11,571 were positive and 2,667 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
8.0
11,571
2,667
-95%
42.80€
2.14€
5. Hexarchy
Hexarchy is an innovative, fast-paced, historical 4x strategy game where you use cards and deckbuilding to make your decisions. Single-player and online multiplayer. Hexarchy is a turn-based, card game and resource management game developed by Main Tank Software and published by Yogscast Games and Gamersky Games. Released on October 19th 2023 has received 1,135 reviews of which 925 were positive and 210 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
7.8
925
210
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
6. 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. Oriental Empires is a strategy, simulation and indie game developed by Shining Pixel Studios and published by Iceberg Interactive. Released on September 14th 2017 has received 2,930 reviews of which 2,355 were positive and 575 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
7.8
2,355
575
-95%
30.00€
1.50€
7. Mordheim: City of the Damned
Mordheim: City of the Damned is the first video game adaptation of Games Workshop's cult classic tabletop game Mordheim. Set in the Warhammer World's decimated Empire city, Mordheim: City of the Damned is a turn-based tactical game where you lead warbands into bloody and lethal skirmishes. Mordheim: City of the Damned is a tactical, games workshop and rpg game developed by Rogue Factor and published by Nacon. Released on November 19th 2015 has received 8,014 reviews of which 5,634 were positive and 2,380 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
6.9
5,634
2,380
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
8. 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 56,237 reviews of which 52,569 were positive and 3,668 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
9.2
52,569
3,668
-92%
18.75€
1.50€
9. Panzer Corps Gold
The ultimate edition of Panzer Corps, containing hundreds of scenarios and all its expansions. Panzer Corps Gold is the culmination of the wargame that has enthralled millions of fans all around the globe, and now it’s your chance to fully experience a real classic. Panzer Corps Gold is a strategy, world war ii and turn-based strategy game developed by Flashback Games and The Lordz Games Studio and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on March 12th 2014 has received 2,592 reviews of which 2,378 were positive and 214 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
8.8
2,378
214
-92%
27.25€
2.18€
10. For The King
For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally. For The King is a rpg, online co-op and turn-based game developed by IronOak Games and published by Curve Games. Released on April 19th 2018 has received 41,205 reviews of which 36,349 were positive and 4,856 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for turn-based games.
8.7
36,349
4,856
-92%
20.00€
1.60€
Free turn-based games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play turn-based 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 games.
1. Order of Battle: World War II
Order of Battle: World War II is a breath of fresh air for all strategy fans. It is a game that takes wargaming to a new level by upgrading every single game element and rebooting the genre for a new generation of players. Order of Battle: World War II is a strategy, free to play and world war ii game developed by The Artistocrats and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on April 30th 2015 has received 2,969 reviews of which 2,326 were positive and 643 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 188 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free turn-based games on Steam.
7.6
2,326
643
188
players
2. Onmyoji
Onmyoji is a turn-based fantasy strategy game with PVP or PVE battles, where you can strengthen your beloved shikigami to build your dream tactical team and defeat various demons to become the ultimate onmyoji. Cross-platform play available for both Steam and English mobile versions. Onmyoji is a rpg, free to play and anime game developed and published by NetEase Games. Released on April 18th 2018 has received 2,992 reviews of which 2,453 were positive and 539 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 159, this turn-based game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free turn-based games on Steam.
7.9
2,453
539
159
players
3. Die in the Dungeon: Origins
Fight your way through a mysterious dungeon in this deck-building, turn-based roguelike game where you don't use cards, but DICE! Deal with enemies by combining dice on your board, boost their effects with magical relics, and discover the story behind Die in the Dungeon! Die in the Dungeon: Origins is a roguelike deckbuilder, card game and deckbuilding game developed by ATICO and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on December 01st 2023 has received 3,403 reviews of which 3,282 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free turn-based games on Steam.
9.2
3,282
121
12
players
4. Rogue Agent
Rogue Agent is a turn-based strategy game, fast-paced, that pits the player against the computer on a secret service thriller around the world. Rogue Agent is a free to play, strategy and casual game developed by Jorge Aires and published by . Released on April 29th 2018 has received 392 reviews of which 328 were positive and 64 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free turn-based games on Steam.
7.8
328
64
8
players
5. Eschalon: Book I
Eschalon: Book I is an old-school role-playing game that will take you across massive outdoor environments and deep into dozens of sprawling dungeons as you seek to uncover the mystery of who you are. It features a tile-built, turn-based game world where the result of absolutely every action is rolled, calculated or statistically... Eschalon: Book I is a rpg, indie and isometric game developed and published by Basilisk Games. Released on February 10th 2009 has received 367 reviews of which 318 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free turn-based games on Steam.
8.1
318
49
4
players
6. 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 #6 spot among the most played free turn-based games on Steam.
7.9
937
197
2
players
7. 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! Age of Fear: The Free World is a tactical rpg, turn-based tactics and party-based rpg game developed by Leslaw Sliwko and published by Age of Fear. Released on January 18th 2019 has received 401 reviews of which 338 were positive and 63 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 games on Steam.
7.9
338
63
1
players
8. J-Jump Arena
J-Jump Arena is a free-to-play, turn-based elimination party game, challenging you to master jumps and weapon skills. Play solo or in multiplayer with up to 10 players, where moves happen simultaneously! Outsmart opponents in this fast-paced game that’s easy to learn but hard to master. J-Jump Arena is a early access, turn-based and turn-based strategy game developed and published by Pawel Zajac (Artbarian Games). Released on August 24th 2023 has received 497 reviews of which 387 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free turn-based games on Steam.
7.4
387
110
1
players
9. Dogs of War Online
Dogs Of War Online is a multiplayer tactical game, based on the classic board game "Confrontation". Build your own company of mercenaries from the wide range of units available and challenge thousands of players in intense battles. Dogs of War Online is a free to play, strategy and turn-based strategy game developed by Cyanide Studio and published by Nacon. Released on February 04th 2014 has received 705 reviews of which 454 were positive and 251 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free turn-based games on Steam.
6.2
454
251