Best Turn-Based Strategy Games
370 Turn-Based Strategy games, ranked by the Rank and Play community.
King's Bounty: Crossworlds
Released: Sep 17, 2010
Critic rating: 74.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game modes: Single player
King’s Bounty: Crossworlds is the expansion for the famous King's Bounty: Armored Princess role-playing game.
ShellShock Live
Released: Mar 7, 2019
Critic rating: 69.2 / 100 • 39 votes
Rating: E
Genres: Shooter, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox One
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
ShellShock Live is a strategic online multiplayer artillery game currently in active development by kChamp Games.Fight Alongside your Friends (Or blow them up...
Poker Night at the Inventory
Released: Nov 22, 2010
Critic rating: 69.1 / 100 • 50 votes
Genres: Sport, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical, Indie, Card & Board Game
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac
Game modes: Single player
Prepare for a different kind of poker night in a very different kind of club.
MU Online
Released: Nov 1, 2001
Critic rating: 69.1 / 100 • 29 votes
Rating: T
Genres: Fighting, Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game modes: Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
MU Online is a highly involved fantasy RPG based on the legendary Continent of MU.
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket
Released: Oct 27, 2024
Critic rating: 68.7 / 100 • 50 votes
Rating: E
Genres: Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Card & Board Game
Platforms: Android, iOS
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket lets you easily collect Pokémon cards.
Worms Revolution
Released: Oct 9, 2012
Critic rating: 67.5 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox 360
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Worms Revolution is the latest game in the classic turn-based strategy series to come to the PC, featuring exciting new features and beautiful 3D graphics whilst retaining the classic 2D gameplay that fans love.
Fire Emblem Heroes
Released: Feb 2, 2017
Critic rating: 74.9 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Platforms: Android, iOS, Legacy Mobile Device
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
"Take part in strategic turn-based battles streamlined for on-the-go play with maps that fit in the palm of your hand!
Company of Heroes 3
Released: Feb 23, 2023
Critic rating: 76.7 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
The legendary strategy franchise is back!
This Is the Police 2
Released: Jul 31, 2018
Critic rating: 63.0 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical, Adventure, Indie, Visual Novel
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
Interpret the law as you see fit in This Is the Police 2, sequel to the acclaimed noir drama This Is the Police!
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond
Released: Nov 19, 2021
Critic rating: 78.8 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
Revisit the Sinnoh region and the story of the Pokémon Diamond Version game Experience the nostalgic story from the Pokémon Diamond Version game in a reimagined adventure, Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, now on the Nintendo Switch system! Adventures in the Pokémon Brilliant Diamond game will take place in the familiar Sinnoh region. Rich in nature and with mighty Mount Coronet at its heart, Sinnoh is a land of many myths passed down through the ages. You’ll choose either Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup to be your first partner Pokémon and then set off on your journey to become the Champion of the Pokémon League. Along the way, you’ll be able to encounter the Legendary Pokémon Dialga.
Pokémon Stadium 2
Released: Dec 14, 2000
Critic rating: 60.0 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Platforms: Nintendo 64
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
While Pokémon Stadium 2 does have a storyline, progress in the game can be made by winning Cups in the Stadium and completing the Gym Leader Castle.
Costume Quest 2
Released: Oct 7, 2014
Critic rating: 65.0 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Wii U, Xbox 360, Xbox One
Game modes: Single player
In developer Double Fine’s triumphant return to Auburn Pines, our candy-crazed crusaders Wren and Reynold must once again protect Halloween from untold horrors, and grown-ups!
John Wick Hex
Released: Oct 8, 2019
Critic rating: 76.1 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
John Wick Hex is the first John Wick PC/console game inspired by Lionsgate’s hit action franchise.
Tharsis
Released: Jan 11, 2016
Critic rating: 63.4 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Puzzle, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure, Indie, Card & Board Game
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Wii U, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
Tharsis is a turn-based space strategy game.
Ash of Gods: Redemption
Released: Mar 23, 2018
Critic rating: 70.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical, Adventure, Indie, Card & Board Game
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Legacy Mobile Device, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Ash of Gods is а multi-genre project that features most of the typical elements of a visual novel, tactical turn-based role-playing game and card strategy.
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes
Released: Sep 1, 2015
Critic rating: 70.0 / 100
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical
Platforms: Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
Live your Star Wars dreams as you fight with your favorite dark and light side heroes across iconic locations to become master of the galaxy.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Darkness
Released: Sep 13, 2007
Critic rating: 55.0 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Platforms: Nintendo DS
Game modes: Single player, Co-operative
Embark on a journey after you get turned into a Pokémon as a result of a freak accident, causing you to lose your memory as well as contact with and knowledge of your previous adventuring partner, with whom you were on a secret mission to save the world.
King's Bounty: Warriors of the North
Released: Oct 25, 2012
Critic rating: 67.5 / 100 • 25 votes
Rating: PEGI 12
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac
Game modes: Single player
King’s Bounty: Warriors of the North is the next chapter in the cult RPG/adventure saga.
Etherlords II
Released: Oct 1, 2003
Critic rating: 70.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure, Indie, Card & Board Game
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Etherlords 2 is an exciting mix of role-playing, adventure, and tactical combat in the fine tradition of fantasy trading card games.
Might & Magic Heroes VII
Released: Sep 29, 2015
Critic rating: 66.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Our story takes place during a war of succession.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky
Released: Apr 18, 2009
Critic rating: 50.0 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Platforms: Wii U, Nintendo DS
Game modes: Single player, Co-operative
Embark on a journey after you get turned into a Pokémon as a result of a freak accident, causing you to lose your memory as well as contact with and knowledge of your previous adventuring partner, with whom you were on a secret mission to save the world.
Pokémon Shield
Released: Nov 15, 2019
Critic rating: 67.5 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Pokémon Shield is a role-playing game set in the Galar region, a fictional land inspired by the United Kingdom.
Mario Party DS
Released: Nov 8, 2007
Critic rating: 55.0 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Puzzle, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure, Card & Board Game
Platforms: Wii U, Nintendo DS
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
He's captured Mario and his friends in his pursuit of a crystal that the group collected when it fell from the sky, and he doesn't hesitate to shrink them to miniature size to get rid of them and get his hands on the other four crystals.
Blackguards
Released: Jan 24, 2014
Critic rating: 67.4 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Indie
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac
Game modes: Single player
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals?
Pit People
Released: Mar 2, 2018
Critic rating: 76.8 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
In the fast-paced, turn-based, co-op adventure you'll quest and explore, find awesome loot, customize your fighters, and recruit strange species.