The Best Turn-based Games for Xbox One |

Update 6 December 2023: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader added at rank #6.

Here are our 10 Best Turn-based Games for Xbox One: 1

Cassette Beasts (2023)

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Xbox One Linux PC Windows

Embark on an epic adventure in Cassette Beasts, a fresh take on monster collecting games! Capture, transform, and fuse monsters for thrilling turn-based battles. Explore the rich world of New Wirral, master a deep battle system, and enjoy the compelling narrative and stunning art. This game is a must-play for all monster collector enthusiasts!

What we like:

Unique and original monster collecting concept
Intuitive and strategic battle system
Gorgeous art and creature designs
Engaging story with complex themes
Immersive soundtrack

What could be improved:

Main story ending
Confusing puzzle and map design
Lack of clear instructions on battle mechanics
Post-game content feels unrewarding

turn-based
rpg
japanese
battle
open-world
collector
creature
jrpg
pixel
pokemon
exploration
local
combat
boss-fight
retro

Good match + 31 Bad match

Sea Of Stars (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X/s Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X PC Windows

Dive into Sea of Stars, a modernized RPG adventure with a nostalgic charm. Engage in turn-based combat, explore a seamless world, and join original characters on a captivating journey. Sync your actions with animations for maximum impact and enjoy activities like sailing, cooking, and playing tabletop games. With its beautiful pixel art and engaging story, Sea of Stars is a must-play for fans of the genre.

What we like:

Excellent music and overall art
Engaging combat with unique mechanics
Simple yet impactful story
Beautiful pixel art and animations
Well-designed levels and puzzles

What could be improved:

Initial poor writing quality
Limited character movesets
Some issues with the lock system
Generic equipment and lack of buffs
Collectibles tied to true ending can be tedious

rpg
turn-based
japanese
jrpg
classic
retro
pixel
combat
battle

Good match + 12 Bad match

Wartales (2021)

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PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch

In Wartales, you will lead a group of mercenaries through an open-world medieval landscape, filled with treasure and mysteries to uncover. Customize your team with specialized skills and equipment, as you traverse a vast terrain via horseback or on foot. With a turn-based combat system, anticipate encountering various enemies requiring strategic planning and coordination for success. Bond with your fellow comrades and celebrate an accomplished day of pillaging with a well-earned feast. In this harsh world, will you endure and prosper? Play Wartales and find out!

What we like:

Exciting turn-based combat
Extensive customization options
Immersive map interactions
Amusing lock picking and puzzle-solving
Enticing exploration opportunities

What could be improved:

Harsh early-game difficulty
Repetitive late-game combat
No horse-riding option for faster travel
Lack of hints for in-game quests
Troop deployment is somewhat illogical

turn-based
rpg
tactical
open-world
medieval
combat
low-fantasy
strategy
battle
survival
cooperative
skill
crafting

Good match + 5 Bad match

Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

The sequel to the captivating tale of Fuga: Melodies of Steel has arrived! This turn-based RPG is back with a ramped up battle system for more strategy, as well as a brand new event system that gives you more thrilling choices to affect your experience!

turn-based
rpg
japanese
tactical
strategy
jrpg
tanks
war

Good match + 1 Bad match

Jagged Alliance 3 (2023)

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Xbox One PC Windows Xbox Series X l Playstation 5 Playstation 4

In Jagged Alliance 3, you're a skilled mercenary on a thrilling adventure in the chaotic nation of Grand Chien. Recruit unique characters, engage in strategic turn-based combat, and make decisions that shape the future. Explore the open world, defend against enemies, and join forces with friends in online co-op mode in this immersive RPG.

What we like:

Deep and engaging turn-based strategy
Hilarious dialogue and engaging gameplay
Precise obstacle and terrain consideration in combat
Diverse cast of characters with unique abilities
Rich and immersive open-world exploration

What could be improved:

Clunky movement and pathfinding
Humor may not appeal to all
Map design could be improved

tactical
turn-based
strategy
squad
rpg
combat
cover

Good match + 7 Bad match

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (2023)

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Screenshot of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

PC Windows Xbox One Mac OS Xbox Series X Playstation 5

Dive into the grim darkness of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, where your decisions forge an empire or doom worlds. Command voidships, battle Chaos, and ally with unique crew in a universe brimming with peril and glory. Tactical combat and deep customization await in this epic RPG saga!

What we like:

Engaging story and well-developed characters
Rich, atmospheric Warhammer 40K setting
Extensive character customization

What could be improved:

Occasional bugs and technical issues
Some combat encounters may feel prolonged

turn-based
rpg
warhammer-40k
tactical
strategy
tabletop
workshop
combat
cooperative
battle
shooter
action
fantasy
war
cover

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The Lamplighters League (2023)

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Xbox One PC Windows

Recruit a team of misfits with unique abilities and unforgettable personalities, and chase the Banished Court to the ends of the earth in a mix of real-time infiltration, turn-based tactical combat, and a character-driven story of adventure and intrigue.

turn-based
tactical
stealth
real-time
combat
strategy

Good match + 2 Bad match

Worms W.M.D (2016)

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Xbox One Linux Mac OS PC Windows

'Worms W.M.D' is a classic physics-based game featuring teams of pink invertebrates battling it out with an arsenal of ridiculous and comical weapons. This game brings back the original 2D engine and gameplay of the franchise, and introduces new elements such as random vehicle placements, turrets, buildings, and a crafting system.

What we like:

Fun gameplay with new features like mechs, tanks, mortars, and stationary machine guns
Entertaining and addictive
Lots of replay value

What could be improved:

Some in-game text and menus are hard to read on larger screens
Crafting tutorial is "hidden" in one stage of the campaign mode

turn-based
strategy
team
artillery
mech
crafting
online
tanks
local
multiplayer
classic
battle
ninja
tactical
physics

Good match + 132 Bad match - 133

Monster Sanctuary (2020)

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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One Mac OS Linux

Monster Sanctuary is a retro-inspired RPG where you collect over 100 unique monsters to fight alongside you in strategic turn-based combat. The game offers a huge world to explore and highly customizable equipment for each monster. With free DLCs and alternate music tracks, there's always something new to experience. Jump in and start your journey as a Monster Keeper now!

What we like:

Intricate teambuilding and turn-based gameplay
Huge map with many secret locations and over 100 monsters
No required grind, relies mostly on monster synergy and tactics
Highly customizable equipment and skill trees for each monster
Generous amount of content, including free DLCs and alternate music tracks

What could be improved:

Game may be too difficult for players expecting a Pokemon-like experience
Story and general progression may not do a great job of directing players towards building monster synergies
Sudden difficulty spike relative to the rest of the story may turn some players off
Plot is basic and nothing breathtaking

turn-based
metroidvania
rpg
battle
japanese
pixel
exploration
collector
creature
jrpg
combat
platform
fight
tactical
2d

Good match + 206 Bad match - 261

Floppy Knights (2022)

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Mac OS Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One PC Windows

Join Phoebe in the fun and quirky world of Floppy Knights, a unique combination of card game and tactical gameplay. With cute art style, lively music, and endless possibilities, mix and match your snazzy card combos to make a winning strategy. Complete odd jobs and battle on a grid to save up enough cash to move out of her parents' place. Will you lead your Knights to victory?

What we like:

Unique combination of card game and tactical gameplay
Cute art style and lively music
Plenty of challenge levels to provide extra gameplay
Accessible to those not experienced in deck building games
Well-crafted world and characters.

What could be improved:

No mid-game saving or undo button, requiring starting from the beginning
Slow game speed with no option to increase speed
Shallow card play compared to similar games

turn-based
card
tactical
deckbuilder
battler
strategy
family-friendly

Good match + 61 Bad match - 127

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The Best Turn-based Games for Xbox One

Cassette Beasts (2023)

Sea Of Stars (2023)

Wartales (2021)

Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 (2023)

Jagged Alliance 3 (2023)

Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader (2023)

The Lamplighters League (2023)

Worms W.M.D (2016)

Monster Sanctuary (2020)

Floppy Knights (2022)

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