Games like The Banner Saga 2

This is a story-driven tactical RPG where players manage a caravan and make difficult choices. It features strategic combat with permanent character loss and a hand-drawn art style.

90% positive from 3,780 · 2016 · 29% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $2.35 (2021-01-15)

RPGStrategyStory Rich Turn-Based StrategyIndieChoices Matter

Six games like The Banner Saga 2

Wildermyth

95% positive from 11,694 reviews202144% finish itDeck Verified

Wildermyth is a character-driven, procedurally-generated tactical RPG where player choices shape unique heroes' evolving stories and combat. It features papercraft visuals and a fantasy setting with original creatures.

What players likedPlayers praise Wildermyth as a D&D/Fire Emblem/XCOM-like tactical RPG with exceptional emergent storytelling and character development.

The catchThe random dialogue is endless and bland, and it takes constant clicking to get past.

Both are tagged Choices Matter, Story Rich and Strategy.

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Die in the Dungeon

92% positive from 3,340 reviews202628% finish itDeck Verified

Turn-based dice-building roguelite with strategic dice placement. Build custom dice and use relics to battle through a dungeon.

What players likedPlayers describe "Die in the Dungeon" as "Slay the Spire with dice," praising its fun, unique mechanics, and satisfying puzzle-like combat.

The catchlate-game effects hard to read and track

Both are tagged Choices Matter, Turn-Based Strategy and Strategy.

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Growing Up

88% positive from 3,651 reviews202180% finish itDeck Playable

Life simulation game where players make choices to shape a character's childhood and adulthood. Features a branching narrative and generational gameplay.

What players likedPlayers praise this narrative-driven life sim with RPG and roguelike elements for its relaxing gameplay, charming art, and meaningful choices.

The catchRuns get repetitive fast and later generations carry nothing over from the last life.

Both are tagged Choices Matter, Story Rich and Strategy.

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The Pale Beyond

89% positive from 2,203 reviews202322% finish itDeck Verified

A narrative survival management game where you lead a polar expedition, making tough choices to keep your crew alive and motivated in a harsh, dynamic environment.

What players likedPlayers praise its gripping narrative and meaningful choices, comparing it to games like Banner Saga, Frostpunk, and Disco Elysium.

The catchChoices cannot be undone, so mistakes mean replaying a whole week of the same dialogue.

Both are tagged Choices Matter, Story Rich and Strategy.

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Back to the Dawn

95% positive from 1,271 reviews202551% finish itDeck Verified

This is a narrative-driven prison escape RPG where players investigate and make choices to break free. It features two distinct protagonist storylines with branching paths and multiple endings.

What players likedPlayers praise this prison escape RPG for its creative storytelling, deep mechanics, and distinct characters, offering a thrilling adventure.

The catchThe 21 day time limit forces rushed play and replays just to reach a good ending.

Both are tagged Choices Matter, Story Rich and Strategy.

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Beholder: Conductor

91% positive from 4,565 reviews202510% finish itDeck Verified

This is a surveillance simulation game where players monitor passengers, report suspicious activity, and make difficult choices. It focuses on observation, reporting, and managing consequences in a totalitarian setting.

What players likedPlayers compare it to "Papers, Please," praising its immersive atmosphere, dystopian themes, and impactful decision-making.

The catchSaves happen at fixed points, so one wrong choice means replaying long stretches.

Both are tagged Choices Matter, Story Rich and Strategy.

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More about The Banner Saga 2

What players liked

Players praise its fantastic story and visuals, which expand on the predecessor, making it a necessary continuation of the trilogy.

The catch

Bugs and crashes are frequent, and with no manual save they cost you real progress.

Reviews: 90% positive from 3,780
Released: 2016
Finish it: 29% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $2.35 (2021-01-15)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 90% positive, but with 3,780 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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