Tactics Ogre: Reborn and games like it

The WhatsNext verdict

For Players who enjoy politically charged fantasy, consequential choices, and methodical tactical battles: A branching war story meets turn-based squad tactics, where positioning, terrain, and unit preparation shape each fight. Tradeoff: Battles are deliberate and can run long; the dense story and many systems ask for patience.

What it does best

role-playing (rpg)
simulator
strategy
turn-based strategy (tbs)

The setup

What you are walking into

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.