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We filtered the 50 games similar to Shape of Dreams down to the 25 that fit the “Tactical” category. Dungeon Siege II, Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II and Dragons and Titans top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Shape of Dreams.

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The best tactical games like Shape of Dreams

25 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Shape of Dreams. 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.

#1Dungeon Siege IIClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalFantasySkill TreeExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 77%· 2.8KRAWG👍 76%· 191MC80IGDB83· 4

Year 2005Dev Gas Powered Games · Square EnixPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with melee combat, combat magic and ranged combat, while skipping MOBA team gameplay

The game combines the genres of Action / RPG / Hack and slash. Dungeon Siege II is part of the Dungeon Siege series.

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shape of Dreams.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

Co-opMultiplayerSoloTacticalNarrativeFantasyExplorationSkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 79%· 649IGDB76· 2OC62· 17

Year 2004Dev Black Isle Studios · Acclaim EntertainmentOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings melee combat, combat magic and ranged combat, while skipping MOBA team gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: setting and combat.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shape of Dreams.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Dragons and TitansClosest on visuals

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 79%· 3.5KRAWG👍 3%· 32MC43IGDB44· 1

Year 2014Dev Wyrmbyte · Versus EvilPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and MOBA team gameplay

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, melee combat and online features, while skipping action RPG combat

Dragons and Titans is a fast paced MOBA with classic RPG elements, where your champions are Dragons and a variety of game modes gives you the power on how to play. Show true courage and skill to become the ultimate Dragon Lord as you embark on your quest to free your Titan from captivity.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shape of Dreams.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloCo-opMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeFantasyExplorationSkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 82%· 998IGDB85· 2OC64· 10

Year 2001Dev Snowblind Studios · Pacific Century CyberWorksOn Xbox · PS4 · Linux

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings melee combat, combat magic and ranged combat, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: combat and visuals.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 24 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

MultiplayerCo-opSoloTacticalFantasySkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 93%· 19KRAWG👍 51%· 284MC81IGDB78· 4

Year 2010Dev Trendy Entertainment · Reverb CommunicationsPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning, survival mechanics and turn-based strategy, while skipping MOBA team gameplay

A tower defence and action RPG hybrid: build the maze between waves, then fight in it yourself with a levelling hero, designed for four-player co-op and long loot grinds. The first game is still the one people return to. The complaint from long-time players is what happened after — a steady stream of paid DLC of visibly lower quality than the original release.

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: setting.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalNarrativeFantasySkill TreeExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 97%· 839KMC97IGDB95· 10OC96· 163

Year 2023Dev Larian StudiosPlaytime ~20hOn Mac · PC · Xbox Series S/X

✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, dark, oppressive atmosphere and combat magic, while skipping action RPG combat

Gather your party, and return to the Forgotten Realms in a tale of fellowship and betrayal, sacrifice and survival, and the lure of absolute power. Mysterious abilities are awakening inside you, drawn from a Mind Flayer parasite planted in your brain.

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#7Pyre

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeFantasySkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 90%· 9.3KIGDB86· 18OC84· 82

Year 2017Dev Supergiant GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of isometric Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: visual novel storytelling, melee combat and offline, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Shape of Dreams by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 80%· 13KIGDB80· 5OC82· 21

Year 2014Dev Triumph StudiosOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, combat tactical and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat magic and visual third person, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Shape of Dreams by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Fire Emblem: Fuuin no Tsurugi

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

Year 2002Dev Nintendo R&D1 · Nintendo

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, combat magic and ranged combat, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Shape of Dreams by 23 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Final Fantasy Tactics Advance

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB90· 1

Year 2003Dev Square Product Development Division 4 · Nintendo

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings turn-based strategy, combat magic and melee combat, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Shape of Dreams by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11WARTILE

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 75%· 711IGDB60· 1OC72· 22

Year 2017Dev Deck13 Interactive · Deck13Playtime ~1hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, card game strategy and melee combat, while skipping MOBA team gameplay

A miniature Universe coming to life Experience a living, breathing tabletop video game that invites the player into a Viking fantasy universe inspired by Norse mythology. Fresh and innovative combat system Wartile is a cool down based game that keeps the action going, but still leaves you just enough time to plan your next move or play a figurine ability or special power card.

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: setting and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shape of Dreams.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB76· 3

Year 2004Dev Intelligent Systems · Nintendo

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat magic and melee combat, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Shape of Dreams by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Total War: Warhammer

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalNarrativeFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 78%· 52KIGDB85· 23OC86· 66

Year 2016Dev The Creative Assembly · Feral InteractiveOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Both are isometric Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, real-time strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: tone.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shape of Dreams.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Legends of EisenwaldClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeHardcoreFantasySkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 76%· 1.8KRAWG👍 47%· 50MC71IGDB68· 2

Year 2015Dev Aterdux EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings turn-based strategy, combat magic and ranged combat, while skipping action RPG combat

Knight's EditionThe Knight's Edition contains Legends of Eisenwald OST in MP3 and FLAC formats and artbook. The last two screenshots above in the carousel are from the arbtook. About the GameLegends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements.

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: setting and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Shape of Dreams.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15Shadowrun: Hong Kong

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreIsometric ARPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeFantasySkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 87%· 4.8KIGDB78· 3OC82· 25

Year 2015Dev Harebrained SchemesOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Fits the isometric Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, combat magic and melee combat, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Shape of Dreams: setting and game mode.

It predates Shape of Dreams by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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