Rank 01Why this
Shares turn based combat and puzzle solving with Alterium Shift.
- $14.99 (Price checked Oct 31)
- 2017
Games like Alterium Shift
- 21 games
- Updated May 5, 2026
Players who liked Alterium Shift also play
The closest matches to Alterium Shift: Shadows of Adam, Chained Echoes, Cosmic Star Heroine, Jack Move, and 8-Bit Adventures 2. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Also Turn-Based and JRPG, like Alterium Shift.
- $24.99 (Price checked Nov 4)
- Deck Verified
- 2022
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Shares turn based combat with Alterium Shift.
- $3.59 (Price checked Oct 31)
- Deck Playable
- 2017
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Beloved Rapture
Why this: Also JRPG and Turn-Based Combat, like Alterium Shift.
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Tactics Ogre: Reborn
Why this: Also Turn-Based and 2.5D, like Alterium Shift.
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- Released: 2023
- Developer: Drattzy Games LLC
- Price: $19.99checked Oct 31
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 73% of 56 reviews
- Genres: Adventure, RPG, Early Access
- Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Players highlight
- Character specific abilities change how you interact with the world
- Demo save carries over to full game
- Pixel art meets 3d visuals stand out
- Atmospheric
- Contemplative
- Nostalgic
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Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Alterium Shift at current Steam store prices.
Avadon: The Black Fortress
Why this: Shares turn based combat with Alterium Shift.
Breath of Fire IV
Why this: Also 2.5D and JRPG, like Alterium Shift.
Cthulhu Saves the World
Why this: Also Turn-Based and JRPG, like Alterium Shift.
Swords and Sorcery - Underworld - Definitive Edition
Why this: Shares puzzle solving with Alterium Shift.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Chained Echoes
Why this: Also Turn-Based and JRPG, like Alterium Shift.
Jack Move
Why this: Shares turn based combat with Alterium Shift.
Tactics Ogre: Reborn
Why this: Also Turn-Based and 2.5D, like Alterium Shift.
About Alterium Shift
The closest matches to Alterium Shift: Shadows of Adam, Chained Echoes, Cosmic Star Heroine, Jack Move, and 8-Bit Adventures 2. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Alterium Shift is your kind of game, the closest matches are Shadows of Adam, Chained Echoes and Cosmic Star Heroine — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, contemplative and nostalgic, and single out its branching story paths and character specific abilities. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
About Alterium Shift: Embark on a journey through the living world of Alteria and experience its dynamic quests, unique turn-based combat, and choice-driven storylines. With three branching narratives and unforgettable characters, Alterium Shift is a retro-inspired JRPG that offers a new adventure with every playthrough.
Is Alterium Shift worth buying?
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 73% of 56 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Early Access: unfinished, and it can change a lot before release.
- Price: $19.99 (checked Nov 7).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 4 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Character specific abilities change how you interact with the world
- Demo save carries over to full game
- Pixel art meets 3d visuals stand out
- Shobii traversal feels unique and mechanically rewarding
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“----Buyer Beware---- Fun game, but definitely not enough content to warrant buying. Dev updates are painfully slow and is an unfinished game.”
“At a certain point in the game, you might come across a crystal that gives you the option to "stay on the current path" or "choose another path." DO NOT PICK THE SECOND OPTION. YOU WILL LOSE PROGRESS. THE GAME DOES NOT MAKE THIS CLEAR. I…”
People who play it also play: Shadows of Adam, Chained Echoes, Cosmic Star Heroine
Frequently asked about Alterium Shift
Can I run it?
Is Alterium Shift verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Alterium Shift is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Alterium Shift cost?
Alterium Shift is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Alterium Shift?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Alterium Shift are Shadows of Adam, Chained Echoes, Cosmic Star Heroine.
Who developed Alterium Shift?
Alterium Shift was developed by Drattzy Games LLC.