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2015PEGI 12

A steampunk turn-based tactics game where you lead an elite squad against an alien invasion. Steam energy is the resource for both movement and firing, and you aim shots yourself from a third-person view, which sets it apart from XCOM.

  • Turn-based combat
  • A party of several characters
  • Tactical depth
  • Sci-fi setting

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XCOM: Enemy Unknown

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2012USK 16PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck playable93 % positive14.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Code Name: S.T.E.A.M.: turn-based combat, a party of several characters and tactical depth.

Turn-based tactical battles against alien invaders where cover, positioning and class abilities decide the outcome. Between missions you manage your base, research and funding, and fallen soldiers are gone for good.

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Menace

Turn-based combat

A turn-based tactical RPG from the Battle Brothers developers: you lead an elite strike force against an alien menace, equipping infantry and fielding tanks and mechs in demanding, carefully planned battles.

Sunrider: Liberation Day

Sci-fi setting

You command a space rebellion in this turn-based tactics sequel to Mask of Arcadius, where a heavy, story-driven campaign carries demanding battles. The appeal lies in its tough tactical fights and a plot full of betrayal.

Massive Chalice

Turn-based combat

As an immortal ruler you guide a dynasty of heroes across centuries, arranging marriages, training heirs and sending them into turn-based tactical battles against demonic invaders. The appeal lies in generational management where fallen heroes are permanently lost.

Tiny Metal: Full Metal Rumble

Turn-based combat

You lead three commanders, each with their own squads, in turn-based battles against a mysterious new threat. The tactical fights built around tanks, artillery and infantry reward careful positioning and clever unit combinations.

Valkyria Chronicles 4

Turn-based combat

A tactical RPG with a watercolor look where you command squads through turn-based planning, then directly control units in real time on the battlefield. The war story of Claude and his friends gives it a strong narrative frame.

SD Gundam G Generation Cross Rays

Turn-based combat

A turn-based tactical RPG that brings together mobile suits and characters from several Gundam series, including Wing, Seed, 00 and Iron-Blooded Orphans. You build fleets, develop and combine units, and replay familiar storylines in chibi-style 3D.

Xenonauts

Turn-based combat

A turn-based tactics and strategy game set in the Cold War, where you run a multinational military force against an alien invasion, command squads on the ground, intercept UFOs and research captured tech. A modern homage to classic X-COM.

Robothorium

Turn-based combat

You lead a robot uprising against human rule, commanding your squad in tactical turn-based battles. Roguelike elements make each run different, so building and managing your team wisely is key.

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