Free Turn-Based Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,639 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 3/14/2025.
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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.
Limbus Company holds the #1 spot for "best free Turn-Based Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 84. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 52,640 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,843 positive reviews and 7,797 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 over 1,500 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
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 8,161 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,757 positive reviews and 2,404 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.
3. 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!
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,157 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,048 positive reviews and 2,109 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 |
4. 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.
RAID: Shadow Legends has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,799 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,095 positive reviews and 704 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 |
5. 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.
Sword of Convallaria has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,652 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,718 positive reviews and 934 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 |
6. Wizard101
Unleash your inner magic and prepare to unravel the mysteries surrounding a death professor gone rogue. Darkness threatens to engulf the Spiral as you master powerful spells, explore over 22 whimsical worlds, and team-up with friends in this nostalgic wizard turn-based deckbuilding MMORPG.
Wizard101 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,952 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,505 positive reviews and 1,447 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 Wizard101 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/6/2018 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 799960 |
7. 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.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,977 positive reviews and 8,563 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 |
8. 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.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,777 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,670 positive reviews and 107 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 |
9. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM
Hello Commanders, Please board the Elmo and set off into the breaking dawn.
GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,065 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 955 positive reviews and 110 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/10/2025 |
| Developer | SUNBORN Information Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Darkwinter Software Limited |
| Steam App Id | 3347400 |
10. Dragonheir: Silent Gods
Dragonheir: Silent Gods is an open-world high-fantasy RPG that puts you in control of over 200 heroes. In the multiversal adventure, you'll experience strategic combat like never before, where every move counts and every decision could be the difference between victory and defeat.
Dragonheir: Silent Gods has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Turn-Based Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,731 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,636 positive reviews and 1,095 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dragonheir: Silent Gods on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/26/2023 |
| Developer | SGRA Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2203070 |
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| 10,215 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,648 | 1/8/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 965 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 796 | 1/9/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 776 | 7/31/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 771 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 641 | 4/15/2020 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 576 | 10/9/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 563 | 2/10/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 552 | 10/26/2023 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 514 | 7/17/2023 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 471 | 1/21/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 333 | 7/9/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 324 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 304 | 6/29/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 285 | 4/30/2015 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 278 | 5/2/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 275 | 9/18/2014 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 251 | 5/14/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 224 | 1/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 5). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Sword of Convallaria on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Wizard101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 8). GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Dragonheir: Silent Gods on Steam. Steam Store.