Best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 5,235 Turn-Based Combat games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Turn-Based Combat game rankings were last updated on 8/27/2025.
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1. Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Baldur's Gate 3 holds the #1 spot for "best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 778,978 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 754,458 positive reviews and 24,520 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2023 |
| Franchise | Larian Studios |
| Developer | Larian Studios |
| Publisher | Larian Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1086940 |
2. Persona 4 Golden
A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.
Persona 4 Golden has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,443 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,041 positive reviews and 2,402 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
3. Persona 5 Royal
Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways!
Persona 5 Royal has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 110,059 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 106,292 positive reviews and 3,767 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
4. Hylics
Hylics is a recreational program with light JRPG elements.
Hylics has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,273 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,147 positive reviews and 126 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 10/2/2015 |
| Developer | Mason Lindroth |
| Publisher | Mason Lindroth |
| Steam App Id | 397740 |
5. Felvidek
In Felvidek, a JRPG set in 15th century Slovakia, you embrace the role of an alcoholic knight Pavol. Meet diverse and interesting characters to help you drive out the Hussites and Ottomans who blight this land.
Felvidek has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,420 positive reviews and 62 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $10.99 |
| Release Date | 3/29/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2299900 |
6. West of Loathing
West of Loathing — a slapstick comedy stick-figure wild west adventure role-playing game.
West of Loathing has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,868 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,642 positive reviews and 226 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $10.99 |
| Release Date | 8/10/2017 |
| Developer | Asymmetric |
| Publisher | Asymmetric |
| Steam App Id | 597220 |
7. In Stars And Time
Live with the ever-present burden of being trapped in a time loop only you can know about in this turn-based RPG. Create a better future for you and your friends. Find hope where there is none left. Pray to the stars and free yourself from time.
In Stars And Time has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,888 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,705 positive reviews and 183 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 11/20/2023 |
| Franchise | Armor Games |
| Developer | insertdisc5 |
| Publisher | Armor Games Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1677310 |
8. Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!
Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,586 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,434 positive reviews and 152 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 11/21/2019 |
| Developer | Moonsprout Games |
| Publisher | DANGEN Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1082710 |
9. StarVaders
Pilot a powerful mech to fight off the alien invasion in this ULTIMATE fusion of deckbuilding and grid-based tactics. Discover game-breaking combos, rewind time to alter your fate, and protect the future of humanity in this endlessly replayable roguelike.
StarVaders has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,751 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,695 positive reviews and 56 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $22.49 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $22.49 |
| Release Date | 4/30/2025 |
| Franchise | Playworks |
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| Steam App Id | 2097570 |
10. WitchSpring R
WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!
WitchSpring R has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,956 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,704 positive reviews and 252 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $22.74 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 46,299 | 8/3/2023 | 96 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,112 | 6/13/2020 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7,765 | 10/21/2022 | 95 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 10/2/2015 | 95 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 3/29/2024 | 95 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 8/10/2017 | 95 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 42 | 11/20/2023 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 21 | 11/21/2019 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 161 | 4/30/2025 | 94 | $22.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,009 | 9/26/2023 | 93 | $22.74 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). Felvidek on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 26). West of Loathing on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). In Stars And Time on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 12). Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling on Steam. Steam Store.
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). WitchSpring R on Steam. Steam Store.