Games like Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius

92% positive from 2,805 reviewsReleased 2014Steam Deck Verified

What it is

This is a sci-fi visual novel and tactical RPG where you manage a mech squadron and build relationships with allies to save the galaxy. You command mechs in turn-based battles, balancing resources for upgrades and research.

The catch

The turn-based battles are unfairly hard and drag on far longer than they should.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 92% positive, but with 2,805 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius

SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS

82% positive from 8,149 reviews201932% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a tactical RPG where players form SD Gundam teams from four series to battle. It features development, design, and capture mechanics for strategic team building.

What players likedGundam fans will enjoy unlocking units and customizing them into powerful machines, reminiscent of other tactical RPGs.

Both are tagged Mechs, Anime and Strategy.

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Muv-Luv

93% positive from 2,012 reviews201811% finish itDeck Verified

This is a visual novel with a genre shift from romantic comedy to sci-fi war drama. Its core loop involves experiencing a branching narrative with significant emotional impact.

What players likedPlayers praise its excellent character building, storytelling, and emotional depth, especially as a setup for its sequel.

The catchThe first half is a padded, cliched romcom slog before the real story starts.

Both are tagged Mechs, Visual Novel and Anime.

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Phantom Brigade

81% positive from 4,363 reviews20236% finish itDeck Playable

Tactical mech combat game with deep pilot customization and a dynamic, evolving overworld. Players command mechs and pilots through a reworked campaign with new challenges.

What players likedPlayers praise Phantom Brigade as a unique tactical mech game akin to XCOM and Battletech, with a standout predictive timeline combat system.

The catchPlanned turns often play out wrong, with sure-hit shots whiffing and orders wasted.

Both are tagged Mechs, Strategy and Indie.

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Cavalry Girls

89% positive from 1,966 reviews2023Deck Playable

Top-down roguelike shooter with mecha customization and strategic resource management. Features an Ideology System influencing story and a Synthesis System for equipment.

The catchThe English translation is poor and stats and systems are barely explained.

Both are tagged Mechs, Anime and Strategy.

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Baldr Sky

94% positive from 1,589 reviews201968% finish itDeck Unsupported

This is a visual novel with 3D mech action combat. Players pilot mechs in fast-paced battles while unraveling a cyberpunk mystery.

What players likedPlayers praise Baldr Sky's unique blend of visual novel storytelling and high-speed mech combat, comparing it to Corpse Party for its memorable characters and emotional depth.

The catchLong slice of life school flashbacks constantly break the pacing of the main story.

Both are tagged Mechs, Visual Novel and RPG.

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HARDCORE MECHA

83% positive from 2,678 reviews201925% finish itDeck Playable

This is a 2D action game featuring fast-paced mecha combat with customizable gear and a story-driven campaign. It offers seamless transitions between platforming and combat with polished animations.

What players likedPlayers praise the game's anime art style and flavorful, epic story.

The catchControls are clunky with little remapping, and some controllers are never detected.

Both are tagged Mechs, Anime and Indie.

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