What is the best game similar to Hex of Steel?

The closest game to Hex of Steel is Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition, scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including turn-based strategy, card game strategy and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Hex of Steel?

The three closest games to Hex of Steel are: 1. Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition (77/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Ascension: Deckbuilding Game (68/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy (65/100, 6 shared attributes). All share Hex of Steel's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 45 candidates across 10 dimensions.

Is Ascension: Deckbuilding Game similar to Hex of Steel?

Yes — Ascension: Deckbuilding Game scores 68/100 similarity to Hex of Steel. They share 7 attributes, including card game strategy and turn-based strategy. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.

What Turn-Based Strategy games are similar to Hex of Steel?

The best Turn-Based Strategy games similar to Hex of Steel are Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition, Ascension: Deckbuilding Game, Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy and Dead Man's Draw. All share the Turn-Based Strategy genre alongside other key Hex of Steel attributes like turn-based strategy, card game strategy and single-player focus.

How is similarity to Hex of Steel calculated?

We compare Hex of Steel against every game in our catalog using 10 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Hex of Steel experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Looking for games like Hex of Steel? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — turn-based strategy, combat tactical and historical setting — against over 6,700 titles. These 45 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition leads with 77/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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Top games similar to Hex of Steel

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Hex of Steel. Each one has been evaluated across 10 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.

#1Ticket to Ride: Classic EditionClosest overall match

iRank78

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalHistorical2D

Steam👍 86%· 5.5KRAWG👍 67%· 117MC91IGDB63· 3

Year 2009Dev Plug In Digital · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, card game strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, vibe casual and competitive edge, while skipping co op

Ticket to Ride is a turn-based strategy game, an adaptation of a board game of the same name. ### Gameplay The gameplay copies the board game entirely. The game takes place on a map of the United States and south Canada filled with multicolored railroads.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Ascension: Deckbuilding Game

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerPvPTactical2D

Steam👍 89%· 1.7KMC84

Year 2011Dev Playdek · Asmodee DigitalPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing card game strategy, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping historical setting

Ascension: Chronicle of the Godslayer, was the first officially licensed deck building card game for iOS, and is now available for your PC as Ascension: Deckbuilding Game, complete with 5 full expansion decks! Play alone or with friends to battle against the Fallen One for honor and victory.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

PvPSoloHistorical2DNarrative

Steam👍 90%· 338RAWG👍 85%· 20MC76

Year 2009Dev HeR InteractivePlaytime ~6hOn PC

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, card game strategy and historical setting

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and precision platforming, while skipping combat tactical

Nancy Drew®: Warnings at Waverly Academy is a first-person perspective, point-and-click adventure game. The player is Nancy Drew and has to solve a mystery. Explore rich environments for clues, interrogate suspects, and solve puzzles and mini-games.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Game mode69Visuals41

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

Co-opSoloTactical2DCasual

Steam👍 84%· 644

Year 2013Dev Stardock EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · iOS

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with card game strategy, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: vibe casual, while skipping historical setting

The critically acclaimed card game is now available on PC! Dead Man’s Draw is a simple and strategic game of luck and skill that boils down strategy gameplay into a single, tense decision: to play it safe or risk everything in pursuit of killer combos and boundless treasure.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalMagic

Steam👍 87%· 1.3KRAWG👍 63%· 56MC77IGDB80· 4

Year 2012Dev Stainless Games · Wizards of the CoastPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: card game strategy, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: combat magic, fantasy world and visual isometric, while skipping historical setting

Special EditionThe Magic: The Gathering –Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Special Edition includes: Magic: The Gathering – Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Full Game Magic 2013 Official Soundtrack Wallpapers: 5 wallpapers; in multiple sizes. 2nd Path of the Planeswalkers Graphic novel .

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6SpectromancerClosest on game mode

iRank88

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerSoloCo-opPvP2D

Steam👍 88%· 374

Year 2009Dev Apus Software · Three DonkeysPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, card game strategy and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, punishing difficulty and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping combat tactical

Open your mind and discover your power as you explore the world of Spectromancer!

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: combat and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Magic 2014 — Duels of the Planeswalkers

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalMagic

Steam👍 83%· 4.6KRAWG👍 55%· 99MC80IGDB77· 4

Year 2013Dev Stainless Games · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with card game strategy, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: combat magic, fantasy world and visual isometric, while skipping historical setting

Special EditionThe Special Edition includes the following: Magic: The Gathering 2014 - Duels of the Planeswalkers Base Game Soundtrack: Planar themes and the licensed I Fight Dragons song as MP3s Wallpapers: 5 desktop wallpapers; in multiple sizes eBook: “Return To Ravnica” novella in PDF format…

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat75Game mode75Setting0Visuals0

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerCo-opSolo2DCozy

Steam👍 91%· 30KRAWG👍 42%· 165

Year 2013Dev Orange_Juice · Fruitbat FactoryPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, card game strategy and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: cozy, relaxing feel, vibe casual and punishing difficulty, while skipping combat tactical

100% Orange Juice is a digital multiplayer board game populated by developer Orange Juice's all-star cast. Characters from Flying Red Barrel, QP Shooting, Suguri and Sora come together with all-new characters to duke it out... with dice.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode75Visuals33Setting0

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerSoloCo-opTactical2D

Steam👍 94%· 11K

Year 1999Dev InfogramesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, combat tactical and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, shooter and ranged combat, while skipping card game strategy

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10The Jackbox Party Pack 3

iRank88

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerCo-opSoloOfflineCasual

Steam👍 97%· 6.6KIGDB78· 6OC80· 15

Year 2016Dev Jackbox GamesOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, card game strategy and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, vibe casual and offline, while skipping combat tactical

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#11Duelyst

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerSoloTacticalIsometricPixel Art

Steam👍 82%· 4.7KRAWG👍 55%· 102MC82IGDB82· 7OC80· 16

Year 2016Dev Counterplay Games · BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment USPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: card game strategy, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with visual isometric, visual pixel and free to play, while skipping historical setting

Duelyst is a digital collectible card game and turn-based strategy hybrid. The game has four expansions: Denizens of Shim'zar, Rise of the Bloodborn, Ancient Bonds, and Unearthed Prophecy. ###Gameplay In each round, two players must fight across a tactical battlefield.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

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#12Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game

iRank55

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

PvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalOnline

Steam👍 77%· 3.5KRAWG👍 21%· 34

Year 2014Dev Lightmare StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, card game strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with competitive edge, dark, oppressive atmosphere and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping historical setting

Welcome to a unique trading card game that blends rich lore and artwork with innovative gameplay mechanics that are both simple to learn, and hard to master. Play with fully animated cards in 3D battlefields, and assemble decks from over 800 cards and 8 stylized factions.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

Genre100Combat100Game mode70Setting0

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerHistoricalFantasyMedieval

Steam👍 80%· 107

Year 1988Dev Interplay · Fujitsu InteractiveOn PC

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, card game strategy and historical setting

≠ Stands apart with fantasy world, setting medieval and visual isometric, while skipping combat tactical

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

It predates Hex of Steel by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting64Game mode48Visuals0

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerHistoricalCasualRelaxing

Steam👍 78%· 365

Year 2015Dev Ezzat StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, card game strategy and historical setting

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, sports simulation and puzzle design, while skipping combat tactical

New Important Note: To make the gameplay easier and more fun, you can press spacebar to throw the casting sticks instead of mouse click.

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

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#15Sentinels of the Multiverse

iRank75

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineOnline

Steam👍 90%· 1.7KRAWG👍 45%· 20IGDB85· 2

Year 2014Dev Handelabra GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing card game strategy, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings setting scifi, offline and online features, while skipping combat tactical

Calling all Sentinels! Do you have what it takes to defend the Multiverse? Compose a team of comic book heroes, each with their own playstyles, backstories, and grudges. Pit them against a variety of maniacal and formidable villains. Defeat your enemies and save the Multiverse!

Where it drifts furthest from Hex of Steel: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Hex of Steel.

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Complete list of Hex of Steel alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Hex of Steel, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

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Deck Builder · Turn-Based Strat

Cards and Castles

Deck Builder · Turn-Based Strat

Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes

Puzzle · Simulation

Mario Party DS

Puzzle · Turn-Based Strat

Legends of Runeterra

Turn-Based Strat · Deck Builder

Yu-Gi-Oh! Forbidden Memories

Turn-Based Strat · Deck Builder

Worms 3D

Turn-Based Strat

Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012

Deck Builder · Puzzle

Poker Night at the Inventory

Deck Builder · Sports

Worms

Turn-Based Strat

Balatro

Deck Builder · Roguelike

Endless Space 2

Turn-Based Strat

Teamfight Tactics

Turn-Based Strat · Deck Builder

The Elder Scrolls: Legends

Deck Builder · Turn-Based Strat

Endless Space

Turn-Based Strat

Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising

Turn-Based Strat

Governor of Poker 2

Adventure · Simulation

Magic 2015 - Duels of the Planeswalkers

Deck Builder · Turn-Based Strat

Abalone

Turn-Based Strat · Deck Builder

Telltale Texas Hold ‘Em

Deck Builder · Puzzle

Master of Orion 2

Turn-Based Strat

Poker Night 2

Deck Builder · Sports

Master of Orion

Turn-Based Strat

Sid Meier's Civilization II

Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Trading Card Game Online

Turn-Based Strat · Deck Builder

7 Grand Steps: What Ancients Begat

Turn-Based Strat · Deck Builder

60 Seconds!

Simulation · Survival

X-COM: UFO Defense

Turn-Based Strat · Roguelike

XCOM: Chimera Squad

Turn-Based Strat

Sid Meier's Civilization

Turn-Based Strat

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Hex of Steel?: The closest game to Hex of Steel is Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition, scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including turn-based strategy, card game strategy and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Hex of Steel?: The three closest games to Hex of Steel are: 1. Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition (77/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Ascension: Deckbuilding Game (68/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy (65/100, 6 shared attributes). All share Hex of Steel's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 45 candidates across 10 dimensions.
Is Ascension: Deckbuilding Game similar to Hex of Steel?: Yes — Ascension: Deckbuilding Game scores 68/100 similarity to Hex of Steel. They share 7 attributes, including card game strategy and turn-based strategy. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.
What Turn-Based Strategy games are similar to Hex of Steel?: The best Turn-Based Strategy games similar to Hex of Steel are Ticket to Ride: Classic Edition, Ascension: Deckbuilding Game, Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy and Dead Man's Draw. All share the Turn-Based Strategy genre alongside other key Hex of Steel attributes like turn-based strategy, card game strategy and single-player focus.
How is similarity to Hex of Steel calculated?: We compare Hex of Steel against every game in our catalog using 10 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Hex of Steel experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.