Rank 01Why this
Also Asynchronous Multiplayer and Turn-Based, like Frozen Synapse 2.
- $24.99 (Price checked Oct 31)
- 2011
Games like Frozen Synapse 2
- 24 games
- Updated May 4, 2026
Players who liked Frozen Synapse 2 also play
The closest matches to Frozen Synapse 2: Frozen Synapse, Frozen Synapse Prime, Frozen Cortex, Xenonauts, and Into the Breach. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02- Deck Playable
- 2014
Rank 03Why this
Same challenging mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
- $24.99 (Price checked Oct 31)
- 2015
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Xenonauts
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Isometric, like Frozen Synapse 2.
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Into the Breach
Why this: Shares tactical positioning with Frozen Synapse 2.
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Invisible, Inc.
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Cyberpunk, like Frozen Synapse 2.
The full ranked list: top 24 games like Frozen Synapse 2
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- 1Frozen Synapse
Also Asynchronous Multiplayer and Turn-Based, like Frozen Synapse 2.
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- Released: 2018
- Developer: Mode 7
- Price: $29.99checked Oct 31
- Steam Deck: Deck Playable
- 63% of 187 reviews
- Genres: Strategy, Indie
- Metacritic 76
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- City scale faction management adds strategic depth
- Replayable campaign with procedural missions
- Simultaneous turn execution feels like real time combat
- Atmospheric
- Challenging
- Contemplative
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Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Frozen Synapse 2 at current Steam store prices.
Panzer Corps 2
Why this: Same contemplative mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
Wargroove
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
Blackguards
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Isometric, like Frozen Synapse 2.
Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
Why this: Also Turn-Based and Cyberpunk, like Frozen Synapse 2.
Bionic Dues
Why this: Shares procedural mission generation with Frozen Synapse 2.
Free alternatives
Free games the recommender matches to Frozen Synapse 2, limited to titles with at least 500 Steam reviews and 80% positive.
Battle for Wesnoth
Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
Phobies
Why this: Also Asynchronous Multiplayer and Turn-Based Tactics, like Frozen Synapse 2.
Dota Underlords
Why this: Same contemplative mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
Tactical Monsters Rumble Arena
Why this: Same challenging mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
SOVL: Fantasy Warfare
Why this: Also Turn-Based Tactics and Turn-Based Strategy, like Frozen Synapse 2.
Die in the Dungeon: Origins
Why this: Same tense mood as Frozen Synapse 2.
About Frozen Synapse 2
The closest matches to Frozen Synapse 2: Frozen Synapse, Frozen Synapse Prime, Frozen Cortex, Xenonauts, and Into the Breach. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Frozen Synapse 2 is your kind of game, the closest matches are Frozen Synapse, Frozen Synapse Prime and Frozen Cortex — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, challenging and contemplative, and single out its auto save reload and diplomatic negotiation. 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 Frozen Synapse 2: Frozen Synapse 2 is the sequel to the award-winning turn-based tactical game. Command your squads in a vast procedurally generated city: enter any building, perform any mission, execute any strategy.
Is Frozen Synapse 2 worth buying?
Players are split
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 63% of 187 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Price: $29.99 (checked Nov 7).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 20 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics had played a median of 18 h before their negative review.
- Steam Deck Playable: works, with some rough edges.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- City scale faction management adds strategic depth
- Replayable campaign with procedural missions
- Simultaneous turn execution feels like real time combat
- Tactical positioning matters more than raw firepower
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“On paper, this game introduces new mechanics and a whole new level of gameplay. I really like the idea of the city mode, in which you have multiple squads stationed in different buildings and off completing different missions. However, the…”
“I really really enjoyed this game. A nice update to the series. Lovely music. But I just wish it was bug-free and polished! The Campaign is fun to play, but honestly the bugs in it are really annoying. And... lots of other things... But if…”
People who play it also play: Frozen Synapse, Frozen Synapse Prime, Frozen Cortex
Frequently asked about Frozen Synapse 2
Can I run it?
Does Frozen Synapse 2 run on Steam Deck?
Frozen Synapse 2 is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Frozen Synapse 2 cost?
Frozen Synapse 2 is listed on Steam at 29.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Frozen Synapse 2 have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Frozen Synapse 2 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player).
What games are most similar to Frozen Synapse 2?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Frozen Synapse 2 are Frozen Synapse, Frozen Synapse Prime, Frozen Cortex.
Who developed Frozen Synapse 2?
Frozen Synapse 2 was developed by Mode 7.