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We filtered the 44 games similar to Tales & Tactics down to the 9 that fit the “Deck Builder” category. For the King, Loop Hero and Derelict Star top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Tales & Tactics.

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The best deck Builder games like Tales & Tactics

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Tales & Tactics. Each one has been evaluated across 15 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.

#1For the KingClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opMultiplayerSoloTacticalProceduralFantasy

Steam👍 88%· 43KIGDB76· 3OC75· 22

Year 2018Dev IronOak Games · Curve DigitalOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, online features and offline, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from Tales & Tactics: progression and visuals.

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#2Loop HeroClosest on world

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeProceduralFantasyManagement

Steam👍 93%· 36KIGDB85· 7OC84· 85

Year 2021Dev Four Quarters · Devolver DigitalOn Xbox · Linux · Android

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, roguelike runs and card game strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, visual pixel and visual 2d, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Where it drifts furthest from Tales & Tactics: visuals and game mode.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeProceduralFantasyLoot

Steam👍 74%· 2.9KRAWG👍 44%· 62

Year 2018Dev Snowhound Games · 1C CompanyPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, card game strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, setting scifi and setting space, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

In a grim dystopian future, where mankind has scattered across the galaxy and the human society has split into two distinct classes, you are a poor stateless outcast forced to live off scraps from derelict alien stations and ships in the outer space, yet you dream of becoming a privileged citizen…

Where it drifts furthest from Tales & Tactics: visuals and setting.

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#4Armello

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalNarrativeFantasy3D

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 card game strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, dark, oppressive atmosphere and PvP competition, while skipping roguelike runs

It predates Tales & Tactics by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Etherlords IIClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeFantasy

Steam👍 83%· 493RAWG👍 79%· 90MC78IGDB70· 1

Year 2003Dev Nival Interactive · Strategy FirstPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, card game strategy and turn-based strategy.

≠ Missing: roguelike runs.

The saga continues! Etherlords II takes you back to the world of Ether and into a whole new realm of fantastic possibilities. Lead your hero on an unforgettable journey through lands filled with unsurpassed beauty and danger to unlock the ultimate mystery.

It predates Tales & Tactics by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeProceduralFantasy

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, card game strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Its own twist: punishing difficulty, combat magic and PvP competition, 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 Tales & Tactics: visuals.

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#7Spice&Wolf VR2Closest on visuals

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrative3D

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 card game strategy

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, historical setting and setting scifi, 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 Tales & Tactics: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Tales & Tactics.

It predates Tales & Tactics by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

Steam👍 42%· 233RAWG👍 74%· 71MC77IGDB50· 1

Year 2001Dev Nival Interactive · NivalPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and card game strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings visual isometric, while skipping adventure storytelling

Four races of wizards, adepts of four magical schools, collide in a brutal fight for world domination. Etherlords, an iconic strategy created by Nival, became a bestseller in the world and earned highest grades from critics.

Where it drifts furthest from Tales & Tactics: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Tales & Tactics.

It predates Tales & Tactics by 23 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

MultiplayerSoloTacticalFantasyCasual

Steam👍 82%· 91KRAWG👍 38%· 774

Year 2020Dev Valve Software · ValvePlaytime ~4hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, card game strategy and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, visual isometric and free to play, while skipping adventure storytelling

Dota Underlords is a new stand-alone game that pits you against seven opponents in a battle of wits that will have you building, combining, and leveling-up a crew in a battle of dominance for the city of White Spire.

Where it drifts furthest from Tales & Tactics: tone and visuals.

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