What is the best game similar to Wartales?

The closest game to Wartales is Wasteland 3, scoring 85/100 on our similarity scale. They share 14 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Wartales?

The three closest games to Wartales are: 1. Wasteland 3 (85/100, 14 shared attributes) 2. Fantasy Grounds Classic (80/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Stronghold Kingdoms (82/100, 13 shared attributes). All share Wartales's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 17 dimensions.

Is Fantasy Grounds Classic similar to Wartales?

Yes, very much so — Fantasy Grounds Classic scores 80/100 similarity to Wartales. They share 11 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Wartales?

The best RPG games similar to Wartales are Wasteland 3, Fantasy Grounds Classic, Stronghold Kingdoms and Northgard. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Wartales attributes like deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling.

How is similarity to Wartales calculated?

We compare Wartales against every game in our catalog using 17 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 Wartales experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

Are there free games similar to Wartales?

Yes — Dota Underlords is free and scores well on similarity to Wartales. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.

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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 Wartales? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration — against over 6,700 titles. These 49 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Wasteland 3 leads with 85/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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Top games similar to Wartales

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Wartales. Each one has been evaluated across 17 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.

#1Wasteland 3Closest overall match

iRank86

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayerOnlineTacticalNarrativeDarkOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 22KIGDB87· 9OC86· 114

Year 2020Dev inXile EntertainmentOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings post-apocalyptic world, setting scifi and skill tree progression, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and progression.

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#2Fantasy Grounds Classic

iRank79

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opMultiplayerOnlineTacticalNarrativeDarkSandbox World

Steam👍 79%· 1.2K

Year 2014Dev SmiteWorks USAPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, fantasy world and horror setting, while skipping survival mechanics

Featured DLCComplete a Bundle and SaveEven if you've already bought some of the D&D items, you can Complete the Bundle and save 25% on all the remaining items without having to re-buy anything you already own on Steam.

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Wartales.

It predates Wartales by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Stronghold KingdomsClosest on world

iRank51

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

MultiplayerSoloCo-opOnlineTacticalOpen WorldSandbox WorldMedievalExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 64%· 9.5KRAWG👍 12%· 74MC75

Year 2011Dev FireFly StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, real-time strategy and historical setting, 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!

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

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

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalNarrativeExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 68KIGDB81· 4OC79· 21

Year 2018Dev Shiro Games · PlaydigiousOn PS4 · Linux · Android

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

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, real-time strategy and punishing difficulty, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and progression.

Same studio: Shiro Games.

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#5For the KingClosest on progression

iRank82

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opMultiplayerOnlineSoloTacticalOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

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 roguelike runs, card game strategy and procedural generation, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and world.

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#6Divinity: Original Sin II

iRank94

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeExplorationIsometric

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, PvP competition and offline, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Tone79Game mode62Progression59

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

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, turn-based strategy and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, real-time strategy 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 Wartales: tone and setting.

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#8Divinity: Original Sin 2

iRank94

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeExplorationIsometric

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 PvP competition, while skipping survival mechanics

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 Wartales: setting.

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#9Armello

iRank79

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalDarkNarrativeIsometric

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, deep simulation and fantasy world, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and visuals.

It predates Wartales by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10RimWorld

iRank88

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 98%· 239KRAWG👍 87%· 620MC87IGDB75· 2OC86· 11

Year 2016Dev Ludeon StudiosPlaytime ~19hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, real-time strategy and procedural generation, while skipping adventure storytelling

RimWorld is a sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Inspired by Dwarf Fortress, Firefly, and Dune. You begin with three survivors of a shipwreck on a distant world. Manage colonists' moods, needs, wounds, and illnesses.

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and game mode.

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#11Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (DX edition)

iRank90

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeDarkMedievalIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 3.5KRAWG👍 82%· 34

Year 2012Dev Level Up LabsOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning, fantasy world and horror setting, while skipping survival mechanics

Defender's Quest is a Tower-Defense/RPG Hybrid that focuses on tactical depth, customization, and story. That means no random encounters, no spikey-haired emo kids, no forced time sinks, and no tedious, repetitive battles.

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: game mode and visuals.

It predates Wartales by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalOpen WorldExplorationSkill TreePixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 1.2K

Year 2020Dev Rad CodexPlaytime ~2hOn PC

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

≠ Its own twist: skill tree progression, visual pixel and visual topdown, while skipping survival mechanics

Voyage into the wide world of Eral as an explorer, trader, or privateer. Unravel the secrets behind Dominio's betrayal - or sail off in search of your own adventure.

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: visuals.

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#13DEFCON

iRank77

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opOnlineSoloMultiplayerTacticalNarrativeOpen WorldIsometric

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, turn-based strategy and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, real-time strategy and punishing difficulty, 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 Wartales: setting and progression.

It predates Wartales by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Wargroove

iRank84

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineTacticalIsometric

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, offline and PvP competition, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: setting and visuals.

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#15Pathfinder: Kingmaker

iRank74

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalNarrativeOpen WorldMedievalExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 78%· 35KIGDB66· 3OC72· 36

Year 2018Dev Owlcat Games · Deep SilverOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world and skill tree progression, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Wartales: game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Wartales.

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Complete list of Wartales alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Wartales, 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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RPG · Puzzle

Keep Driving

RPG · Adventure

Eador. Masters of the Broken World

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Etherlords II

RPG · Deck Builder

Tactical Breach Wizards

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

King's Bounty: Warriors of the North

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

The Banner Saga

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Final Fantasy VII

RPG · Adventure

Fire Emblem: Three Houses

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

RPG · Adventure

Fire Emblem Heroes

RPG · Simulation

Might & Magic: Heroes VI

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Torment: Tides of Numenera

RPG · Adventure

Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Super Mario RPG

RPG · Adventure

The Banner Saga 3

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Engage

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Gorky 17

RPG · Puzzle

Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Willy-Nilly Knight

RPG · Adventure

Xenogears

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Gears Tactics

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Etherlords

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge

RPG · Adventure

Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Dota Underlords

RPG · Deck Builder

Jagged Alliance: Crossfire

RPG · Simulation

Fate/Grand Order

RPG · Visual Novel

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RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Wartales?: The closest game to Wartales is Wasteland 3, scoring 85/100 on our similarity scale. They share 14 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Wartales?: The three closest games to Wartales are: 1. Wasteland 3 (85/100, 14 shared attributes) 2. Fantasy Grounds Classic (80/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Stronghold Kingdoms (82/100, 13 shared attributes). All share Wartales's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 17 dimensions.
Is Fantasy Grounds Classic similar to Wartales?: Yes, very much so — Fantasy Grounds Classic scores 80/100 similarity to Wartales. They share 11 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Wartales?: The best RPG games similar to Wartales are Wasteland 3, Fantasy Grounds Classic, Stronghold Kingdoms and Northgard. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Wartales attributes like deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling.
How is similarity to Wartales calculated?: We compare Wartales against every game in our catalog using 17 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 Wartales experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Wartales?: Yes — Dota Underlords is free and scores well on similarity to Wartales. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.