Best Indie Games from Steam’s Turn-Based RPG Fest

Explore the Most Exciting Turn-Based Indie RPGs on Sale

Steam Turn-Based RPG Fest Is a Treasure Trove of Indie Games

Dive Into Classic Adventures and Discover Hidden Indie Gems

Steam’s Turn-Based RPG Fest has brought some incredible discounts on beloved indie games, making it the perfect opportunity to dive into some classic adventures or discover new games. Here are the best indie games featured in this festival.

Chained Echoes - Where Mechs Meets Magic

Chained Echoes is an homage to classic JRPGs, featuring a rich story, vibrant pixel art and tactical, turn-based combat. Developed by Matthias Linda, this indie gem takes players on an epic journey across a war-torn land filled with magic, mechs and monsters. Chained Echoes is currently on sale for 30% off and priced at $17.49 USD.

Wildermyth - Craft your Own Epic Tale

Wildermyth is a procedurally generated tactical RPG where your heroes age, grow, and become legends over time. Because each playthrough is different, every decision you make shapes your characters’ arcs resulting in unique narratives. If you love creating your own legends in a tabletop-inspired setting, this game is for you. Wildermyth is currently on sale for 30% off and priced at $17.49 USD.

You can also watch out for Wildermyth's arrival to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2024. You can read more about its console release in our article!

Sea of Stars - A Modern Classic with a Retro Soul

Heavily inspired by the greats like Chrono Trigger, Sea of Stars pays tribute to the 16-bit era but with modern visuals and a unique combat system. In Sea of Stars, players control Solstice Warriors, Valere and Zale who must use the powers of the sun and moon to thwart the forces of evil. Sea of Stars is currently on sale for 30% off and priced at $24.49 USD.

The Banner Saga 1, 2 and 3 - An Epic Norse Adventure

In the Banner Saga trilogy, you lead a caravan of warriors and villagers through a war-torn, Viking land. Known for its grid-based combat and a well-written emotional story, the trilogy offers great value in this year’s Steam’s fest. All Banner Saga titles are on sale for 80% off and currently priced at $4.99 USD each. You can also purchase The Banner Saga Trilogy Stoic Edition for $16.89 USD at 85% off which contains the soundtrack for all three games including Legendary Items and Deluxe Items for The Banner Saga 3.

Darkest Dungeon - Embrace the Madness

In Darkest Dungeon, players guide a band of flawed heroes through haunting dungeons filled with nightmarish creatures. Renowned for its punishing difficulty, The game stands out for its stress system, where characters’ mental health deteriorates alongside their actual physical health, creating a sense of constant tension. This game is a steal for those who love challenging games with good mechanics and a haunting atmosphere. Darkest Dungeon is on sale for 80% off and currently priced at $3.74 USD.

Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch Remastered - A Studio Ghibli Adventure

For fans of Studio Ghibli comes a beautifully animated, story rich RPG, Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch Remastered that offers an unforgettable journey. The game follows the story of Oliver, a young boy who embarks on a magical adventure to save his mother and bring peace to the world. Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch Remastered is currently on sale for 85% off and priced at $7.49 USD.

Ash of Gods: Redemption - A World Where Choices Matter

Ash of Gods: Redemption is a narrative-driven, turn-based RPG from AurumDust that is a mix of tactical turn-based combat with a rogue-like storyline and card mechanics. In this game, players must navigate a world on the brink of destruction, where choices can lead to life or death, and every decision has far-reaching consequences. Ash of Gods: Redemption is currently on sale for 70% off and priced at $7.49 USD.

Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark - A Tactical Gem

For fans of tactical RPGs like Final Fantasy Tactics, Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark by 6 Eyes Studios offers strategic combat with rich character customization. In Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark, players command a group of Arbiters as they enforce the law across the land. The game features hand-drawn art and over 20 character classes to choose from. Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark is currently on sale for 85% off and priced at $4.49 USD.

Into the Breach - Turn-Based Mech Combat at Its Finest

From the creators of FTL: Faster than Light, Into the Breach is a tactical RPG where players command powerful mechs to defend cities from an invading alien force. Into the Breach is currently on sale for 50% off and priced at $7.49 USD.

Battle Brothers - Lead a Band of Mercenaries

Battle Brothers is a turn-based strategy RPG set in a gritty medieval world. Developed by Overhype Studios, the game places players in charge of a mercenary company, where they must manage their band of warriors, engage in tactical battles and make difficult decisions in a brutal world. Battle Brothers has permadeath, so losing characters will have lasting effects. Battle Brothers is currently on sale for 50% and priced at $14.99 USD.

The Steam Turn-Based RPG Fest runs from September 30 and ends on October 7, 2024 at 10am PT.