Best Turn-Based Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,008 Turn-Based Combat games available to download and play. Explore our list of 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 6/26/2025.
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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 game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 765,962 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 741,816 positive reviews and 24,146 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $47.99 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 | $47.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2023 |
| Franchise | Larian Studios |
| Developer | Larian Studios |
| Publisher | Larian Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1086940 |
2. Volcano Princess
Prepare the next monarch by finding her hobbies, training her for battle, and befriending the citizens she'll one day protect. Dive into an all-new parenting-simulator-RPG adventure, where every decision you make will not only affect the future of your daughter but that of an entire empire!
Volcano Princess has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,843 positive reviews and 909 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.91 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Volcano Princess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $7.91 |
| Release Date | 4/21/2023 |
| Franchise | Gamera Games |
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| Steam App Id | 1669980 |
3. Grimm's Hollow
A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.
Grimm's Hollow has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,922 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,725 positive reviews and 197 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Grimm's Hollow on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/30/2019 |
| Developer | ghosthunter |
| Publisher | ghosthunter |
| Steam App Id | 1170880 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,007 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76,651 positive reviews and 2,356 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.
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,775 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 101,236 positive reviews and 3,539 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $23.99 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.
6. Epic Battle Fantasy 5
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Epic Battle Fantasy 5 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,635 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,560 positive reviews and 75 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Epic Battle Fantasy 5 on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 11/30/2018 |
| Franchise | Matt Roszak |
| Developer | Matt Roszak |
| Publisher | Matt Roszak |
| Steam App Id | 432350 |
7. Hylics
Hylics is a recreational program with light JRPG elements.
Hylics has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,805 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,688 positive reviews and 117 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.98 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 | $0.98 |
| Release Date | 10/2/2015 |
| Developer | Mason Lindroth |
| Publisher | Mason Lindroth |
| Steam App Id | 397740 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,564 positive reviews and 222 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,176 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,118 positive reviews and 58 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 |
10. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 130,979 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 125,696 positive reviews and 5,283 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $44.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $44.99 |
| Release Date | 4/24/2025 |
| Franchise | Kepler Interactive |
| Developer | Sandfall Interactive |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1903340 |
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| 58,859 | 8/3/2023 | 96 | $47.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 620 | 4/21/2023 | 96 | $7.91 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 10/30/2019 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,238 | 6/13/2020 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5,466 | 10/20/2022 | 95 | $23.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 96 | 11/30/2018 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 72 | 10/2/2015 | 95 | $0.98 | Steam Charts | |
| 86 | 8/10/2017 | 95 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 3/29/2024 | 95 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 24,052 | 4/24/2025 | 95 | $44.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 360 | 12/9/2022 | 95 | $8.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 524 | 3/21/2025 | 94 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 181 | 11/20/2023 | 94 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 93 | 5/7/2024 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/21/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 12/20/2022 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 77 | 10/29/2015 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 51 | 11/21/2019 | 94 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 398 | 5/21/2020 | 94 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 251 | 4/30/2025 | 93 | $22.49 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 29). Volcano Princess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Grimm's Hollow on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Persona 4 Golden on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Persona 5 Royal on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 28). Epic Battle Fantasy 5 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 26). Hylics on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 25). West of Loathing on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 26). Felvidek on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Steam. Steam Store.