Best Strategy RPG games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated strategy rpg games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free strategy rpg games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Crisis in the Kremlin

Don’t let the Soviet Union collapse, and fall in the darkness of history or lead the Union by a new path – democracy and free market! But before you decide something, think – wouldn’t it cause more harm than good?

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 20 Mar 2017

Disgaea 2 PC

The Overlord Zenon has cursed the land, leaving a young man named Adell to seek vengeance. However, all hell breaks loose as Adell accidentally kidnaps the Princess of the Netherworld. Will Adell be able to return the Princess, defeat Zenon, and break the Overlord's dark curse?

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 30 Jan 2017

Low Magic Age

Adventure and fight in a medieval fantasy open world! Build heroic characters with various abilities, travel through villages, cities, or perilous dungeons. Strategic turn-based combat system and advanced character building - Fog of war, charging and flanking, and more in the fast-paced Arena mode.

Price -60% 5.91€
Rating 8.6
Release 10 Jan 2017

Moekuri: Adorable + Tactical SRPG

It's adorable! It's tactical! The doujin/indie SRPG - Moékuri! 151+ Cute Creatures to try, over a solid grid-based tactical system! Fight through 25 story stages with your own unique strategy!

Price 11.99€
Rating 8.0
Release 16 Dec 2016

Masquerada: Songs and Shadows

Masquerada is a single-player tactical RPG set in a Renaissance-inspired city of magic, where real-time combat can be paused to set up elemental combos powered by Venetian-styled masks. Come for gorgeous hand-drawn art; stay for the rich lore & a thoughtful, fully-voiced tale of intrigue & tragedy.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 30 Sep 2016

Sorcerer King: Rivals

Explore a rich fantasy world, go on quests for powerful weapons, and forge a new civilization in Sorcerer King: Rivals. Can you build a civilization to topple the malevolent Sorcerer King and become a god yourself?

Price 19.50€
Rating 6.1
Release 22 Sep 2016

Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander

Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is a retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling.

Price 14.99€
Rating 8.0
Release 08 Sep 2016

The Hive

The Hive is a strategy game with RPG elements where you assume command as the insectoid hivemind. Build and expand your underground colony, harvest resources, and evolve your swarm using DNA. Will you survive in this hostile yet beautiful underworld?

Price -50% 9.99€
Rating 6.9
Release 25 Aug 2016

Siralim 2

Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.

Price 14.79€
Rating 8.6
Release 12 Aug 2016

Phantom Brave PC

In the world of Ivoire lives Marona, an orphan with the ability to speak with phantoms. Though shunned by society, she believes in helping others. With her phantom companion Ash, Marona aims to purchase the mysterious Phantom Isle.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.0
Release 25 Jul 2016

Hearts of Iron IV

Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.

Price -76% 9.77€
Rating 8.8
Release 06 Jun 2016

Hyperdevotion Noire: Goddess Black Heart (Neptunia)

In this chibi-style* strategy role-playing game you'll amass an army of game-referencing allies, fight on trap-laden maps, and beef up Lily Rank for crazy damage. But look out for status ailments or you might be (literal) tofu! You ain't seen the Neptunia characters like this before!

Price 12.49€
Rating 7.5
Release 26 Apr 2016

Polaris Sector

Can anyone build an empire in a place like this? Other factions are naturally suspicious of newcomers and may wage war at the first sign of unidentified craft. Here, a natural death is an uncommon luxury.

Price 38.99€
Rating 6.8
Release 22 Mar 2016

Age of Gladiators

Age of Gladiators is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities.

Price 7.99€
Rating 7.5
Release 25 Feb 2016

Disgaea PC

The hotheaded Laharl seeks to be the next big Overlord in the Netherworld...and will destroy anyone that gets in his way! With his devious vassal Etna and the angel trainee Flonne as his unlikely allies, he must battle his way to supremacy and retake the throne in this over-the-top RPG adventure!

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 24 Feb 2016

Reverse Crawl

A dungeon crawl where YOU are the dungeon! Lead your minions in tactical turn-based combat against the pesky heroes, and unlock a variety of evil Powers. With a dynamic campaign system and a branching storyline, "Reverse Crawl" lets you experience an RPG from a whole new angle!

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 24 Sep 2015

Templar Battleforce

An addictive mix of strategic combat and army building, with the precision of an RPG. Design your squad members' exact build of equipment and talents to create unique fireteam combinations. Step into the pilot suit of a Leviathan mech, lead the Templar Knights in turn-based tactical warfare.

Price 9.75€
Rating 8.8
Release 21 Sep 2015

Braveland Pirate

The Braveland trilogy concludes with the most exciting book of all, number three – welcome to Braveland Pirate strategy game! A crew of pirates led by Captain Jim embarks on a search for the Eternal Treasure.

Price 14.79€
Rating 8.0
Release 14 Sep 2015

SMITE®

Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!

Price Free to play
Rating 7.8
Release 08 Sep 2015

Gary Grigsby's War in the East

War on an Epic scale from Moscow to Berlin – this is War in the East!

Price 79.86€
Rating 8.4
Release 09 Jul 2015

The Red Solstice

2280 A.D. The last few survivors of a ruined Earth seek a new home: Mars, a planet whose inhabitants didn't take too kindly to outsiders. The Red Solstice is a tense, tactical, squad-based action game. Fight to survive with up to 8 players in co-op, or lead your own squad in single-player mode.

Price 9.99€
Rating 6.9
Release 09 Jul 2015

Legends of Eisenwald

Legends of Eisenwald is an adventure game with tactical battles, RPG and strategy elements. Take the lead of a small feudal army and try to defend your right to survive in this ruthless medieval world.

Price 19.99€
Rating 7.3
Release 02 Jul 2015

Age of Fear: The Undead King

Play as either Sir Edward, a noble Knight defending the Human Kingdom, or Krill, a wicked Necromancer with an unearthly lust for power! The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy (full of humour!) that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 26 Jun 2015

Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord GOLD

Play as either Bel'Kara, a seductive Succubus at odds with the Underworld, or Katzok, a brutal Orc Chieftan fighting for his clan's dominance. The Age of Fear series is a deep and complex turn-based strategy (full of humour!) that fuses a tabletop wargame with RPG elements.

Price 19.99€
Rating 7.4
Release 27 Mar 2015

Most played strategy rpg games on Steam

Take a look at the top strategy rpg games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 17th 2025.

1. 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! Summoners War is a free to play, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on January 07th 2024 has received 8,285 reviews of which 5,858 were positive and 2,427 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played strategy rpg game, thanks to its 11,708 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.9
5,858
2,427

11,708
players

2. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM

GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a Post-Apocalyptic Tactical RPG. Players take on the role of a commander who acts as a bounty hunter, leading a squad of tactical dolls through the contaminated zones. While accepting and completing various missions, players will face continuous waves of enemies. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a strategy, rpg and anime game developed by SUNBORN Information Co. and Ltd. and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on February 10th 2025 has received 1,236 reviews of which 848 were positive and 388 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. While seeing 589 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among strategy rpg games based on player count.
6.6
848
388

589
players

3. 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 is a rpg, visual novel and story rich game developed and published by BLUEPOCH GAMES CO. and LIMITED. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 1,893 reviews of which 1,779 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. While seeing 497 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among strategy rpg games based on player count.
8.9
1,779
114

497
players

4. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters

Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters is a warhammer 40k, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Complex Games and published by Frontier Foundry. Released on May 05th 2022 has received 12,885 reviews of which 10,005 were positive and 2,880 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 478 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
7.6
10,005
2,880

478
players

5. Dark Deity 2

Verroa is a peaceful continent on the brink of war as the Asverellian Empire seeks to expand - at your homeland’s expense. Command unlikely heroes, fight challenging turn-based battles, and watch hardship forge iron into steel. Dark Deity is back, bigger and better than before! Dark Deity 2 is a turn-based strategy, strategy rpg and anime game developed by Sword & Axe LLC and published by indie.io and Smilegate. Released on March 24th 2025 has received 824 reviews of which 787 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 429 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
9.0
787
37

429
players

6. Doomsday: Last Survivors

New tower defense gameplay! The apocalypse has come, and zombies are running amok. As the leader of the survivors, collect and use resources to defend their last shelter! Doomsday: Last Survivors is a strategy, strategy rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on June 25th 2023 has received 605 reviews of which 409 were positive and 196 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 394 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
6.5
409
196

394
players

7. Viking Rise: Valhalla

Race against other players to explore Valhalla and conquer Midgard! Viking Rise: Valhalla is a strategy, rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on May 21st 2024 has received 504 reviews of which 373 were positive and 131 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 380 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
7.0
373
131

380
players

8. Galaxy Life

The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends! Galaxy Life is a strategy, city builder and wargame game developed and published by Phoenix Network. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,942 reviews of which 7,269 were positive and 673 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 362 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
8.9
7,269
673

362
players

9. The Last Spell

Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics. The Last Spell is a tactical, singleplayer and 2d game developed by Ishtar Games and published by The Arcade Crew, Gamera Games, DANGEN Entertainment and Nacon. Released on March 09th 2023 has received 11,248 reviews of which 10,321 were positive and 927 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 258 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
8.9
10,321
927

258
players

10. Tactics Ogre: Reborn

Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots. Tactics Ogre: Reborn is a tactical rpg, turn-based tactics and rpg game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on November 11th 2022 has received 3,721 reviews of which 2,780 were positive and 941 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 249 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played strategy rpg games.
7.3
2,780
941

249
players

Best deals on strategy rpg games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of strategy rpg games available on Steam right now, updated on April 17th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted strategy rpg games.

1. Dark Deity

Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world... Dark Deity is a turn-based tactics, tactical rpg and turn-based strategy game developed by Sword & Axe LLC and published by indie.io. Released on June 15th 2021 has received 2,666 reviews of which 1,939 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for strategy rpg category.
7.1
1,939
727

-95% 24.00€ 1.20€

2. Pathway

Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat! Pathway is a turn-based tactics, pixel graphics and strategy rpg game developed by Robotality and published by Chucklefish. Released on April 11th 2019 has received 2,169 reviews of which 1,667 were positive and 502 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in strategy rpg games.
7.4
1,667
502

-90% 13.40€ 1.34€

3. Field of Glory II: Medieval

Field of Glory II Medieval is a turn-based tactical game set in the High Middle Ages from 1040 AD to 1270 AD. Developed by legendary designer Richard Bodley Scott it brings the best from the tabletop world into the best digital framework. Field of Glory II: Medieval is a simulation, strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Byzantine Games and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on February 04th 2021 has received 480 reviews of which 417 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in strategy rpg games.
8.1
417
63

-80% 29.30€ 5.86€

4. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters

Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters. Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters is a warhammer 40k, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Complex Games and published by Frontier Foundry. Released on May 05th 2022 has received 12,885 reviews of which 10,005 were positive and 2,880 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.6
10,005
2,880

-75% 44.99€ 11.24€

5. Legendary Hoplite

A combination of Action RPG and Tower Defense: slay monsters, find weapons, upgrade your armies, defend your base… Prevent humanity from extinction at the hands of monsters from Greek mythology and ancient tribes. Don't let them cross the gate, commander! Legendary Hoplite is a strategy rpg, rogue-lite and adventure game developed by TripleBricksGames and published by Ravenage Games. Released on February 02nd 2024 has received 350 reviews of which 238 were positive and 112 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
6.5
238
112

-75% 14.49€ 3.62€

6. Noob - The Factionless

Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds! Noob - The Factionless is a rpg, adventure and turn-based combat game developed by Blackpixel Studio and Olydri Games and published by Olydri Studio and Microids. Released on June 29th 2023 has received 1,072 reviews of which 882 were positive and 190 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 72% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.8
882
190

-72% 30.11€ 8.43€

7. Star Dynasties

Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy. Star Dynasties is a rpg, sci-fi and turn-based strategy game developed by Pawley Games and published by Iceberg Interactive. Released on September 01st 2021 has received 452 reviews of which 331 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 71% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.0
331
121

-71% 29.62€ 8.59€

8. Master of Magic

Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic? Master of Magic is a turn-based combat, strategy and 4x game developed by MuHa Games and Eerie Forest Studio and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on December 13th 2022 has received 1,057 reviews of which 748 were positive and 309 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 69% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
6.8
748
309

-69% 38.94€ 12.07€

9. Depersonalization

"May all stories find their best endings." "Depersonalization" is an anthology-style game featuring standalone chapters and diverse story genres. We continuously collect and create a wide variety of stories, ultimately housing them in a library that transcends the flow of time. Depersonalization is a lovecraftian, pixel graphics and investigation game developed by MeowNature and published by Gamera Games. Released on August 08th 2024 has received 5,885 reviews of which 5,502 were positive and 383 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 64% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
9.0
5,502
383

-64% 19.61€ 7.06€

10. TRIANGLE STRATEGY

A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia. TRIANGLE STRATEGY is a turn-based tactics, strategy rpg and rpg game developed by Square Enix and Artdink and published by Square Enix. Released on October 13th 2022 has received 2,889 reviews of which 2,333 were positive and 556 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 64% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for strategy rpg games.
7.8
2,333
556

-64% 59.39€ 21.38€

Free strategy rpg games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play strategy rpg games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 17th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play strategy rpg games.

1. 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! Summoners War is a free to play, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on January 07th 2024 has received 8,285 reviews of which 5,858 were positive and 2,427 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 11,708 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.9
5,858
2,427

11,708
players

2. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM

GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a Post-Apocalyptic Tactical RPG. Players take on the role of a commander who acts as a bounty hunter, leading a squad of tactical dolls through the contaminated zones. While accepting and completing various missions, players will face continuous waves of enemies. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a strategy, rpg and anime game developed by SUNBORN Information Co. and Ltd. and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on February 10th 2025 has received 1,236 reviews of which 848 were positive and 388 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 589, this strategy rpg game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.6
848
388

589
players

3. 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 is a rpg, visual novel and story rich game developed and published by BLUEPOCH GAMES CO. and LIMITED. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 1,893 reviews of which 1,779 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 497, this strategy rpg game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free strategy rpg games on Steam.
8.9
1,779
114

497
players

4. Doomsday: Last Survivors

New tower defense gameplay! The apocalypse has come, and zombies are running amok. As the leader of the survivors, collect and use resources to defend their last shelter! Doomsday: Last Survivors is a strategy, strategy rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on June 25th 2023 has received 605 reviews of which 409 were positive and 196 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 394 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.5
409
196

394
players

5. Viking Rise: Valhalla

Race against other players to explore Valhalla and conquer Midgard! Viking Rise: Valhalla is a strategy, rpg and 4x game developed and published by IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.. Released on May 21st 2024 has received 504 reviews of which 373 were positive and 131 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 380 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.0
373
131

380
players

6. Galaxy Life

The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends! Galaxy Life is a strategy, city builder and wargame game developed and published by Phoenix Network. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,942 reviews of which 7,269 were positive and 673 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 362 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
8.9
7,269
673

362
players

7. Bard Idle

Build a unique team, where each character has a random weapon, race and class. Strong combinations of heroes, enhanced by the ballad creation system and jelly dwarfs, will capture your adventure in history! Bard Idle is a clicker, idler and auto battler game developed and published by Illegal Turtle 🐢. Released on September 22nd 2022 has received 699 reviews of which 503 were positive and 196 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 149 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.9
503
196

149
players

8. SpellForce 3 Versus Edition

The SpellForce 3: Versus Edition gives you the chance to enter the battlefields of Eo for free, letting you test your RTS skills against AI opponents or even other human players. SpellForce 3 Versus Edition is a strategy, rpg and building game developed by Grimlore Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 03rd 2020 has received 1,501 reviews of which 1,133 were positive and 368 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 114 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.3
1,133
368

114
players

9. King Arthur: Legends Rise

Embark on a dark squad RPG journey inspired by King Arthur's perilous adventures. Gather loyal heroes, explore a vast world, and battle against mythical bosses and monsters to restore the kingdom's former glory. King Arthur: Legends Rise is a exploration, free to play and strategy game developed by Kabam Games and Inc. and published by Netmarble. Released on January 21st 2025 has received 459 reviews of which 300 were positive and 159 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free strategy rpg games on Steam.
6.3
300
159

93
players

10. Wolvesville

Wolvesville is a multiplayer game for up to 16 players. Each game has different teams such as villagers or werewolves all fighting to be the last team standing. Use special abilities to uncover the roles of other players and convince your fellow players to work with you. Wolvesville is a werewolves, pvp and party-based rpg game developed by Wolvesville GmbH & Co. KG and published by Wolvesville GmbH & Co. KG . Released on September 01st 2023 has received 988 reviews of which 807 were positive and 181 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free strategy rpg games on Steam.
7.8
807
181

27
players