Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like The Banner Saga (2026)
Every game below overlaps with The Banner Saga on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: Divinity: Original Sin (Classic), which both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy.
- The Banner Saga is tagged RPG, Turn-Based, Strategy, Indie, Tactical, Turn-Based Strategy, Story Rich, Fantasy by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Divinity: Original Sin (Classic)
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Fantasy; released around the same time (2014).
Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.
Divinity: Original Sin (Classic) at a glance Released 2014 Studio Larian Studios Player sentiment 92% positive of 11,898 Price Not listed RPGTurn-BasedFantasyStrategyStory RichKickstarterIndieTurn-Based Strategy
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Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Story Rich; released around the same time (2014).
Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!
Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut at a glance Released 2014 Studio Harebrained Schemes Player sentiment 89% positive of 6,570 Price $14.99 RPGTurn-BasedStory RichStrategyTacticalIndieFantasyTurn-Based Strategy
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Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Story Rich; released around the same time (2015).
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition is the capstone title in Harebrained Schemes' Shadowrun series - and now includes the all-new, 6+ hr Shadows of Hong Kong Bonus Campaign. Experience the most impressive Shadowrun RPG yet, hailed as one of the best cRPG / strategy games of 2015!
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition at a glance Released 2015 Studio Harebrained Schemes Player sentiment 87% positive of 4,839 Price $19.99 RPGTurn-BasedStory RichStrategyIndieKickstarterTacticalGreat Soundtrack
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Child of Light
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2014).
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Child of Light at a glance Released 2014 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 91% positive of 13,481 Price $14.99 RPGFantasyGreat SoundtrackTurn-Based2DStory RichHand-drawnTurn-Based Strategy
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The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Strategy.
Step into the wacky heroic fantasy universe of the Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. Lead a team of unlikely and clumsy heroes in an epic and challenging tactical RPG. Live an adventure filled with humor, surprises and silly encounters.
The Dungeon Of Naheulbeuk: The Amulet Of Chaos at a glance Released 2020 Studio Artefacts Studio Player sentiment 87% positive of 8,064 Price $5.24 RPGTurn-BasedStrategyTurn-Based StrategyIndieTacticalFantasyStory Rich
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Wildermyth
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 10 player tags including Choices Matter, Story Rich and Tactical RPG.
Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.
Wildermyth at a glance Released 2021 Studio Worldwalker Games LLC Player sentiment 95% positive of 18,232 Price $24.99 Choices MatterStory RichTactical RPGFantasyTurn-Based StrategyHand-drawnRPGTurn-Based
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 10 player tags including Story Rich, RPG and Great Soundtrack.
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 94% positive of 10,375 Price $19.99 Story RichRPGGreat SoundtrackTurn-BasedFantasyTurn-Based StrategyTactical RPGStrategy
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Blackguards
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Strategy; released around the same time (2014).
What happens when the only hope of a threatened world lies not with heroes in shining armor, but in the hands of a band of misfits and criminals? Blackguards, a new turn-based strategy RPG, explores this very question. You will discover over 180 unique hex-based battlegrounds within a dark and mature story of crime, drugs, and murder.
Blackguards at a glance Released 2014 Studio Daedalic Entertainment Player sentiment 62% positive of 3,917 Price $0.99 RPGTurn-BasedStrategyTacticalFantasyIndieTurn-Based StrategyTactical RPG
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Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Tactical RPG, RPG and Turn-Based Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2017 Studio Larian Studios Player sentiment 96% positive of 205,637 Price $44.99 Tactical RPGRPGTurn-Based StrategyStory RichFantasyStrategy RPGChoices MatterStrategy
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Total War: WARHAMMER II
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Fantasy and Turn-Based Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
The forces of Lustria await your command. Choose your Legendary Lord, expand your armies, forge alliances in a strategic turn-based campaign, and unleash the might of your monstrous forces in fast-paced real-time battles.
Total War: WARHAMMER II at a glance Released 2017 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 93% positive of 121,450 Price $59.99 StrategyFantasyTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedTacticalStory RichGreat Soundtrack
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Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Story Rich and Choices Matter; released around the same time (2018).
Discover a brand new RPG from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Facing an imminent invasion, Meve — war-veteran and Queen of Lyria and Rivia — is forced to once again enter the warpath and set out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.
Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales at a glance Released 2018 Studio CD PROJEKT RED Player sentiment 90% positive of 17,339 Price $19.99 RPGStory RichChoices MatterFantasyStrategyGreat SoundtrackTurn-Based
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Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Fantasy; released around the same time (2015).
Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot's PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there's never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!
Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition at a glance Released 2015 Studio Larian Studios Player sentiment 89% positive of 32,922 Price $39.99 RPGTurn-BasedFantasyStrategyStory RichIndieTurn-Based StrategyGreat Soundtrack
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Tyranny
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Choices Matter and Story Rich; released around the same time (2016).
Experience a story-driven RPG where your choices mean all the difference in the world.
Tyranny at a glance Released 2016 Studio Obsidian Entertainment Player sentiment 87% positive of 13,326 Price $29.99 RPGChoices MatterStory RichFantasyGreat SoundtrackTurn-BasedStrategy
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Armello
Why it matched: both fantasy, atmospheric and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Turn-Based Strategy, Turn-Based and Strategy; released around the same time (2015).
Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.
Armello at a glance Released 2015 Studio League of Geeks Player sentiment 82% positive of 16,058 Price $9.99 Turn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedStrategyRPGHand-drawn2DFantasyTactical RPG
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Total War: WARHAMMER
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Fantasy and Turn-Based Strategy; released around the same time (2016).
The Old World is yours to command. Lead Legendary Lords in a combination of turn-based campaign and magically charged, strategic real-time battles, and decide the fate of your chosen race in a fight against Chaos.
Total War: WARHAMMER at a glance Released 2016 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 79% positive of 52,323 Price $59.99 StrategyFantasyTurn-Based StrategyTacticalTurn-BasedStory RichRPG
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Songs of Conquest
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Tactical, Turn-Based Strategy and Fantasy.
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Songs of Conquest at a glance Released 2024 Studio Lavapotion Player sentiment 86% positive of 13,524 Price $29.99 TacticalTurn-Based StrategyFantasyStrategy RPGStrategyStory RichTactical RPG
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Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
Why it matched: both story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Great Soundtrack and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2018).
MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus at a glance Released 2018 Studio Bulwark Studios Player sentiment 91% positive of 14,603 Price $29.99 StrategyGreat SoundtrackTurn-BasedTacticalTurn-Based StrategyIndieRPGStory Rich
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Valkyria Chronicles
Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based and Story Rich; released around the same time (2014).
The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!
Valkyria Chronicles at a glance Released 2014 Studio SEGA Player sentiment 90% positive of 13,296 Price $19.99 StrategyTurn-BasedStory RichRPGTacticalGreat SoundtrackStrategy RPGTactical RPG
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Loop Hero
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Tactical, Choices Matter and Indie.
The Lich has thrown the world into a timeless loop and plunged its inhabitants into never ending chaos. Wield an expanding deck of mystical cards to place enemies, buildings, and terrain along each unique expedition loop for the brave hero.
Loop Hero at a glance Released 2021 Studio Four Quarters Player sentiment 93% positive of 36,517 Price $14.99 TacticalChoices MatterIndieStrategy RPG2DStory RichFantasyRPG
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Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Strategy RPG; released around the same time (2018).
Pathfinder: Kingmaker - Enhanced Plus Edition is the first isometric party-based cRPG set in the Pathfinder fantasy universe. Enjoy a classic RPG experience inspired by games like Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 and 2 and Arcanum. Explore and conquer the Stolen Lands and make them your kingdom!
Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition at a glance Released 2018 Studio Owlcat Games Player sentiment 78% positive of 35,118 Price $19.99 RPGFantasyStrategy RPGChoices MatterStory RichStrategyTurn-BasedTurn-Based Strategy
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Expeditions: Rome
Why it matched: both story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Turn-Based Strategy.
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Expeditions: Rome at a glance Released 2022 Studio Logic Artists Player sentiment 87% positive of 6,755 Price $44.99 RPGStrategyTurn-Based StrategyTactical RPGTacticalChoices MatterStory RichTurn-Based
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Hero's Hour
Why it matched: both fantasy, atmospheric and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Turn-Based, Strategy and Turn-Based Strategy.
A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.
Hero's Hour at a glance Released 2022 Studio Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" Hauer Player sentiment 79% positive of 5,735 Price $17.99 Turn-BasedStrategyTurn-Based StrategyFantasyStrategy RPGRPG2DTactical
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Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Turn-Based Strategy, Strategy RPG and Tactical.
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 at a glance Released 2022 Studio Complex Games Player sentiment 77% positive of 14,719 Price $44.99 Turn-Based StrategyStrategy RPGTacticalChoices MatterStrategyStory RichRPGTactical RPG
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Might & Magic Heroes VII
Why it matched: both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy and RPG; released around the same time (2015).
Might & Magic® Heroes® VII makes a triumphant return bringing you the essence of turn based strategy gaming. Set in a fantasy universe with RPG progression with a strong story narrative, you will embark on a journey that you will never forget!
Might & Magic Heroes VII at a glance Released 2015 Studio Limbic Entertainment Player sentiment 55% positive of 7,183 Price $29.99 StrategyTurn-Based StrategyRPGFantasyTurn-BasedStory Rich
Common questions
What game is most like The Banner Saga?
Divinity: Original Sin (Classic), on the evidence we have. It both fantasy, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to The Banner Saga" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with The Banner Saga. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.