Games like Howl
Below are 15 hand-picked alternatives to Howl for fans of strategy, indie, adventure, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Howl also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, more from Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH, and Steam Deck–friendly options. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.
About Howl: Howl is a turn-based tactical folktale set in medieval times. A sinister "howling plague" has ravaged the land, turning all who hear it into feral beasts. You play a deaf heroine plunging into danger in search of a cure.
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Ranked by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries plus content overlap on genres, tags, and developers.
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Mercenaries Blaze
Top pick for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Howl.
“Mercenaries Blaze”is the 5th fantasy tactical simulation RPG. Turn-based battles are carried out on an isometric map. Attack and defense results vary depending on the direction you face, distance and elevation, making gameplay challenging enough to satisfy the even pickiest strategy lovers.
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Forged of Blood
Second-strongest match for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
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Demeo: PC Edition
Third-strongest match for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
It’s dangerous to go alone! Grab your friends and assemble a party, because plumbing the depths of Demeo requires strategy, cunning, and teamwork. An award-winning cooperative tabletop adventure for up to four players.
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The Dragoness: Command of the Flame
Ranked #4 for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Howl.
The Dragoness mixes HOMM-like exploration, city-building and turn-based strategic combat, with a roguelite twist. Choose your battles, paths and skills as you explore a world ravaged by war. Gather and manage your army of beasts, collect resources and expand your city.
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The Banner Saga 3
Ranked #5 for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Banner Saga 3 is the epic conclusion to a sweeping viking saga six years in the making. This strategic RPG, acclaimed for its strong story and compelling characters has won over 20 awards and been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards.
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Songs of Silence
Ranked #6 for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.
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Rising Lords
Ranked #7 for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Rising Lords is a medieval turn-based strategy game with card and board game elements. Send your serfs to fight and die in your name... or let them prosper, and use them to your advantage!
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Demeo
Ranked #8 for Howl fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Adventurers, it’s time to unite! Gather your friends and battle the dark forces that have overtaken the world of Resolution Games' award-winning RPG dungeon crawler, Demeo. The next generation of tabletop adventure has arrived!
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More from Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH
Other recommendable Steam games by Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
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The Lion's Song: Episode 1 - Silence
Another title from Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH, the studio behind Howl. Shares Indie and Adventure with Howl.
„The Lion's Song: Episode 1 – Silence" draws the player into the life of a talented young composer, Wilma, preparing for her breakthrough concert, the defining moment of her career. Searching for inspiration she escapes from the pressure for success to the solitude of the Austrian Alps.
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The Flower Collectors
Another title from Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH, the studio behind Howl. Shares Indie and Adventure with Howl.
Barcelona, 1977. An ex-cop in a wheelchair witnesses a murder, and teams up with a young ambitious journalist to bring the truth to light. With camera, binoculars and transmitter in hand, uncover the town’s secrets from your balcony in this soul-searching detective mystery.
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Black Jacket
Another title from Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH, the studio behind Howl. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Gamble your way out of hell in this blackjack-inspired rogue-lite deckbuilder. Play powerful card combos or cheat to outwit your opponents and earn your freedom. Win their Soul coins! Bribe the ferryman! And uncover the story of those who stand in your way.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
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Mercenaries Blaze
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy with Howl.
“Mercenaries Blaze”is the 5th fantasy tactical simulation RPG. Turn-based battles are carried out on an isometric map. Attack and defense results vary depending on the direction you face, distance and elevation, making gameplay challenging enough to satisfy the even pickiest strategy lovers.
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Demeo: PC Edition
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
It’s dangerous to go alone! Grab your friends and assemble a party, because plumbing the depths of Demeo requires strategy, cunning, and teamwork. An award-winning cooperative tabletop adventure for up to four players.
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Songs of Silence
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.
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Demeo
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and Indie with Howl.
Adventurers, it’s time to unite! Gather your friends and battle the dark forces that have overtaken the world of Resolution Games' award-winning RPG dungeon crawler, Demeo. The next generation of tabletop adventure has arrived!
Frequently asked about Howl
- Is Howl verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — Howl 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 Howl cost?
- Howl is listed on Steam at 9.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to Howl?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Howl are Mercenaries Blaze, Forged of Blood, Demeo: PC Edition.
- Who developed Howl?
- Howl was developed by Mi'pu'mi Games GmbH and published by astragon Entertainment.
imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Howl.
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