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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

We filtered the 43 games similar to BattleTech down to the 10 that fit the “PvP” category. Northgard, Armello and Divinity: Original Sin II top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to BattleTech.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG
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NarrativeSoloMultiplayer
Year 2018Dev Harebrained Schemes

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Within the “PvP” category, the closest game to BattleTech is Northgard — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. Armello and Divinity: Original Sin II follow close behind.

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The best pvP games like BattleTech

10 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to BattleTech. Each one has been evaluated across 16 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Northgard
Northgard
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalNarrativeManagementIsometric
Steam👍 85%· 68KIGDB81· 4OC79· 21
Year 2018Dev Shiro Games · PlaydigiousOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, survival mechanics and punishing difficulty, while skipping melee combat

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting and progression.

Genre100Visuals100Combat86Game mode79Tone46Progression34
Armello
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
PvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeIsometric
Steam👍 82%· 16KIGDB73· 6OC79· 59
Year 2015Dev League of GeeksOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, dark, oppressive atmosphere and fantasy world, while skipping melee combat

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting and visuals.

Genre100Combat87Game mode83Tone49Visuals43Setting0
Divinity: Original Sin II
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
PvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeSkill TreeIsometric
Steam👍 96%· 203KIGDB91· 13
Year 2017Dev Larian StudiosOn PC · iOS · Mac

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world, co op and offline, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting.

Genre100Tone100Visuals100Combat90Game mode72Progression58
Divinity: Original Sin 2
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
PvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeSkill TreeIsometric
Steam👍 96%· 203KRAWG👍 92%· 593MC94IGDB91· 13OC93· 80
Year 2018Dev Larian Studios · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: fantasy world, offline and co op, while skipping deep simulation

The Divine is dead. The Void approaches. And the powers lying dormant within you are soon to awaken. The battle for Divinity has begun. Choose wisely and trust sparingly; darkness lurks within every heart. Who will you be?

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting.

Genre100Tone100Visuals100Combat90Game mode65Progression58
#5DEFCON
DEFCON
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
PvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeManagementIsometric
Steam👍 87%· 4.3KRAWG👍 51%· 176MC84IGDB85· 2
Year 2006Dev Introversion SoftwarePlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, punishing difficulty and open world exploration, while skipping adventure storytelling

DEFCON is a unique RTS from British Introversion Software, known for such experimental projects. The user interface is minimalistic and simple: it resembles a tactical card stylized as Cold War films such as Dr. Strangelove and WarGames.

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting and tone.

It predates BattleTech by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat90Progression79Game mode64Visuals46Tone42
#6Hearts of Iron IV
Hearts of Iron IV
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalMeleeIsometric
Steam👍 90%· 365KRAWG👍 83%· 381MC83IGDB84· 6OC83· 22
Year 2016Dev Paradox Development Studio · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~8hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, sandbox freedom and competitive edge, while skipping adventure storytelling

Death or Dishonor!Death or Dishonor is a new Country Pack for Hearts of Iron IV, and expands upon players’ ability to experience history’s greatest conflict from any point of view.

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: tone and setting.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Game mode77Tone0Setting0
Stronghold Kingdoms
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
MultiplayerSoloPvPTacticalIsometric
Steam👍 64%· 9.5KRAWG👍 12%· 74MC75
Year 2011Dev FireFly StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings real-time strategy, sandbox freedom and open world exploration, while skipping adventure storytelling

Just UpdatedNow Available - Stronghold Kingdoms: Heretic Designed for PvE and PvP players battling together in a single game world, Stronghold Kingdoms: Heretic offers you two choices... Either crusade with fellow lords against nefarious Stronghold characters like The Wolf or join them go heretic!

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting and progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for BattleTech.

Genre100Visuals100Combat88Game mode62Setting0Progression0
#8Spice&Wolf VR2
Spice&Wolf VR2
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloPvPMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeSci-Fi
Steam👍 65%· 1.4KRAWG👍 26%· 28MC59
Year 2014Dev HeroCraftPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping adventure storytelling

WIN SPECIAL REWARDS IN NEW GAME MODE! About the Game Please read this open letter from the devs to learn more the game and it's future! http://steamcommunity.com/games/553210/announcements/detail/240217815951193297 Take command of a Space Wolves squad led by Valgard Twice Slain.

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: visuals and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for BattleTech.

Genre100Game mode100Combat88Tone41Setting40Visuals0
Monster Train
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalNarrative
Steam👍 96%· 23KRAWG👍 87%· 128MC86IGDB85· 5OC83· 36
Year 2020Dev Good Shepherd EntertainmentPlaytime ~7hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping adventure storytelling

Hell has frozen over. Only you can protect the final burning pyre from the forces of heaven and restore the inferno. Monster Train brings a new strategic layer to roguelike deck building, with three vertical play fields to defend.

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Combat66Tone37Setting0Visuals0
Wargroove
RPGCRPGTurn-Based CRPG
SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalIsometric
Steam👍 83%· 5.2KIGDB85· 9OC83· 89
Year 2019Dev Chucklefish GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with fantasy world, co op and offline, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from BattleTech: setting and visuals.

Genre100Combat90Game mode59Visuals45Setting0

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