
Best Turn-based strategy (TBS) Games of 2016
15 Turn-based strategy (TBS) games from 2016 ranked by critic score
The highest-rated Turn-based strategy (TBS) games released in 2016, ranked by critics on CriticDB. Scores are aggregated from leading gaming publications worldwide.
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Persona 5
9527 critic reviews·Sep 14, 2016·SegaPS3PS4Persona 5, a turn-based JRPG with visual novel elements, follows a high school student with a criminal record for a crime he didn't commit. Soon he meets several characters who share similar fates to…
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Final Fantasy IX
887 critic reviews·Feb 8, 2016·Square EnixPCAlong with the graphic improvements, this version of Final Fantasy IX also includes the usual set of new features to be found on Final Fantasy ports, with a suite of achievements available to unlock…
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Total War: Warhammer
8719 critic reviews·May 23, 2016·SegaPCA unique combination of colossal real-time battles and an addictive turn-based sandbox campaign game of statecraft, politics and empire building, Total War: WARHAMMER will deliver hundreds of hours…
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XCOM 2
8628 critic reviews·Feb 3, 2016·2K GamesPCPS4Xbox OneSwitchXCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite…
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Sid Meier's Civilization VI
868 critic reviews·Oct 19, 2016·2K GamesPCPS4Xbox OneSwitchCivilization is a turn-based strategy game in which you attempt to build an empire to stand the test of time. Become Ruler of the World by establishing and leading a civilization from the Stone Age…
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Darkest Dungeon
8424 critic reviews·Jan 18, 2016·Red Hook StudiosPCPS4Xbox OneSwitchDarkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors,…
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Deus Ex GO
817 critic reviews·Aug 17, 2016·Square EnixPCDeus Ex GO is a turn-based infiltration puzzle game set in a stylized interpretation of the Deus Ex Universe. As double agent Adam Jensen, you’ll use hacking, combat, and augmentations to solve the…
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Worms W.M.D
8012 critic reviews·Aug 22, 2016·Team17PCPS4Xbox OneSwitchThe worms are back in their most destructive game yet! With a gorgeous, hand-drawn 2D look, brand new weapons, the introduction of crafting, vehicles and buildings plus the return of some much-loved…
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Atlas Reactor
795 critic reviews·Oct 3, 2016·Trion WorldsPCAtlas Reactor is a 4v4 team-based tactical/strategic PvP game that uses simultaneous turns with 4 action phases during combat. Prep -> Dash -> Blast -> Move. Players can't Move after a Dash action.…
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Duelyst
785 critic reviews·Aug 22, 2016·Counterplay Games Inc.PCDuelyst is a competitive strategy game focused on tactical combat, squad building, and ranked ladder play. Each battle is a 1v1 match between two online opponents. Gameplay in Duelyst is turn-based,…
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Hitman Go: Definitive Edition
718 critic reviews·Feb 22, 2016·Crystal DynamicsPCPS4Hitman Go is a simple to play, but difficult to master turn-based strategy game set in a stunning interpretation of the Hitman universe. You will strategically navigate fixed spaces on a grid to…
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Rogue Wizards
705 critic reviews·Sep 26, 2016·Spellbind StudiosPCPS4Xbox OneSwitchBattle creatures, collect loot, master magic, and build your very own Wizard Tower sanctuary in this rogue-like, dungeon-crawling RPG.
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Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth
709 critic reviews·Sep 20, 2016·AquaplusPCPS3PS4Switch"The epic story of Utawarerumono comes to an end in Mask of Truth, as the fate of the world will be determined by warring nations. The game features exciting SRPG battles, a colorful cast of…
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Dynasty Warriors: Godseekers
659 critic reviews·Aug 2, 2016·Koei Tecmo America CorporationPS3PS4Dynasty Warriors: Godseekers unfolds during the chaotic end days of the Han dynasty, when ancient China was overwhelmed by uprisings and internal strife within its imperial court. The story follows…
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Dungeon Rushers
575 critic reviews·Sep 5, 2016·Plug In DigitalPCPS4Xbox OneSwitchDungeon Rushers is a Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Manage your team, loot dusty dungeons, crush armies of monsters and craft mighty equipment.…