Free Turn-Based Combat Games on Steam

Steam currently has 4,895 Turn-Based Combat games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Turn-Based Combat game rankings were last updated on 5/30/2025.

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1. Limbus Company

As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.

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Limbus Company holds the #1 spot for "best free Turn-Based Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,744 positive reviews and 10,266 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 2/26/2023
Developer ProjectMoon
Publisher ProjectMoon
Steam App Id 1973530

2. Summoners War

A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!

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Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,642 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,123 positive reviews and 2,519 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Release Date 1/8/2024
Developer Com2uS
Publisher Com2uS
Steam App Id 2426960

3. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game

KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.

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KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,537 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,453 positive reviews and 10,084 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 4/15/2020
Developer 1939 Games
Publisher 1939 Games
Steam App Id 544810

4. Reverse: 1999

Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.

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Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,203 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,067 positive reviews and 136 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 10/9/2024
Developer BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED
Publisher BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED
Steam App Id 3092660

5. Infinity Nikki

Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.

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Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 38, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,416 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,012 positive reviews and 3,404 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Infinity Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 4/28/2025
Developer Infold Games
Publisher Infold Games
Steam App Id 3164330

6. Gems of War - Puzzle RPG

Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!

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Gems of War - Puzzle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,115 positive reviews and 2,137 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 11/20/2014
Developer Infinity Plus 2
Publisher 505 Games
Steam App Id 329110

7. Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game

Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game is an online DBG which contains a PVE mode called Uncharted Realms and a PVP mode. Every game is a deck building from scratch. Players can have stronger decks by changing cards, and then build more powerful routines to defeat all opponents to win.

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Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,519 positive reviews and 1,596 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 1/22/2024
Franchise Gamera Games
Developer Darksun Studio
Publishers
Steam App Id 1948800

8. Miscrits: World of Creatures

After years of absence, Miscrits is back and better than ever! Return to the world of Miscria and capture hundreds of iconic Miscrits. Train your Miscrits to their strongest forms and put a stop to the Magicites, who threaten to eliminate all Miscrit life from the world!

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Miscrits: World of Creatures has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 320 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 295 positive reviews and 25 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Release Date 6/30/2025 (In 29 Days)
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Steam App Id 3628960

9. RAID: Shadow Legends

RAID: Shadow Legends is a free-to-play collection RPG with 800+ playable Champions and 8 game modes. Heed the Arbiter's call and defend the dark fantasy world of Teleria.

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RAID: Shadow Legends has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,174 positive reviews and 765 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play RAID: Shadow Legends on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 1/9/2024
Developer Plarium Global Ltd
Publisher Plarium Global Ltd
Steam App Id 2333480

10. Sword of Convallaria

Fantasy Tactical RPG revitalizing the beloved Japanese turn-based & pixel art genre. Collect & train a roster of mercenaries, customize your squad, and use your own strategy to save the nation of Iria. Journey through a world of plot twists where every choice you make will reshape your destiny.

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Sword of Convallaria has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,846 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,850 positive reviews and 996 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sword of Convallaria on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 7/31/2024
Franchise XD International
Developer XD
Publisher XD
Steam App Id 2526380

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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Miscrits: World of Creatures on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
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