TURN BASED GAMES

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Turn Based Games

Turn based games give you time to breathe. Instead of scrambling for split second reactions, you pick an action, watch the result, then plan your next move. This simple loop stretches back to chess and Go, yet it still feels fresh in modern digital titles.


Because the action pauses between turns, the genre is friendly to newcomers and deep enough for veterans. You can study the map, weigh the odds, and even sip your coffee without missing a beat. Fans love the clear cause and effect: you move a unit, the enemy reacts, and every choice feels fair.


The style branches into many flavors. Turn based strategy lets you guide whole civilizations across sprawling campaigns. Tactics games zoom in on small squads, rewarding clever positioning. RPGs mix in stories, leveling, and flashy skills, while card battlers focus on hand management and combos. No matter the theme, the core promise is the same, careful decisions win the day.


Thanks to browsers and mobile devices, it is easier than ever to try a quick match during lunch or an epic campaign after work. Whether you are conquering planets in a 4X empire builder or slaying monsters one spell at a time, turn based games invite you to think first, act second, and enjoy the journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a turn based game?
A turn based game is one where players act in a set order. You make your move, the game or another player responds, and play continues in rounds until a goal is met.
Are turn based games good for beginners?
Yes, the pause between turns removes time pressure. This lets new players read tooltips, learn rules, and plan without stress.
Can I play turn based games with friends online?
Many titles support asynchronous multiplayer, so each player takes turns whenever they have time. Others offer live online sessions for real time chatting.
Do turn based games still offer challenge?
Absolutely. The lack of timers means designers can add complex systems, smart AI, and deep strategy that reward careful thought.

Play the Best Turn Based Games!

  • Geo Land: The Lost Time

    Relive earth's past when only Geo's populated it :P A fun RPG game that'll have you hooked until ...

  • Stop The Bus

    Try not to get thrown off the bus in this fun card game! Get as close to *31* as you can with a ...

  • World's End Chapter 3

    The darkly comedic strategy RPG continues. Will Tevoran and Company find fortune as they plunge d...

  • Lute Quest

    A text-adventure dungeon hack. Can you find the Lute?

  • Kumu's Adventure

    Roguelike SRPG, your Magic and Tech next adventure.

  • Army of Pixels

    An indie game where you strategically place your armies in order to gain the upper hand. Combine ...

  • Aztec: Tactical Conquest

    Are you ready for the Mexican jungle full of hostile savages and ancient armies? Then take the ro...

  • Blob Wars

    Blob Wars is a turn based strategy game, where you have to save Blob Land, a peaceful planet inha...

  • The 7 Elders

    Can you defeat the 7 Elders in battle using only your deck of cards and wits? Based on the popula...

  • Gear Hero

    Collect 47 items and defeat 30 enemies to become champion of the arena and The Gear Hero!