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Games like Battle Chasers: Nightwar

If Battle Chasers: Nightwar is your kind of game, the closest matches are Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™, LEGRAND LEGACY: Tale of the Fatebounds and Tactics Ogre: Reborn — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its tactical positioning matters, writing quality is exceptional and atmospheric. 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.

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Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG developed by Airship Syndicate and published by THQ Nordic. Set in a fantasy world, it combines turn-based combat with character customization and a skill-perks system. The game features procedurally generated dungeons and emphasizes tactical positioning, which reviewers highlight as a key strategic element. Players describe the atmosphere as immersive, with the comic-book art style drawing comparisons to classic illustrated narratives. Released in 2017 at $29.99, it offers a long, challenging experience for solo players. The game is marked as playable on Steam Deck and holds an 86% positive rating from over 2,400 Steam reviews.

About Battle Chasers: Nightwar: Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

2017IndieRPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableMetacritic 78Windows · macOS · Linuxby Airship Syndicate
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Art style reminiscent of classic comicsTactical positioning mattersWriting quality is exceptionalAtmosphericImmersiveCharacter customization

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  1. Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Top pick for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Rise Against Ruin - Unite a party of League of Legends Champions, explore Bilgewater and set sail for the Shadow Isles to uncover the secrets of the deadly Black Mist in this immersive turn-based RPG.

    2021IndieRPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. LEGRAND LEGACY: Tale of the Fatebounds

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Second-strongest match for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Join the Fatebounds as they travel the world of Legrand in a desperate attempt to stop the Mugna Feud, a war of unparalleled savagery, and uncover the sinister forces behind it!

    2018ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Tactics Ogre: Reborn

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.

    2022SimulationRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. The Legend of Bean

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    A mercenaries, Kaim! He is going to The Cadiaden Empire with His companion. On the way, they met a girl. She is the princess of the Titeserret Kingdom. So they took the job of escort her back to Titeserret.

    2017IndieAdventureRPG2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Keylocker | Turn Based Cyberpunk Action

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Ranked #5 for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    In a silent world where music is outlawed, play as a singer to shatter the strings of fate and sing the melody of freedom in this unforgiving Turn Based Rhythm JRPG.

    2024IndieAdventureRPG12.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Pixel Noir

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Ranked #6 for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Untangle a gripping conspiracy in this noir-influenced mystery, laced with classic RPG elements. Navigate seedy streets to collect clues, upgrade skills and customize weapons. Brawl in turn-based combat with timed hits & combos, to reveal the dark truth that plagues the city’s core and your sanity.

    2024IndieRPG24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Grimshade

    WHY THIS

    Shares turn based combat and an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Ranked #7 for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Grimshade is a party-based role-playing game inspired by JRPG of the 90s, featuring a tactical turn-based combat system and a grim story of war and personal choices.

    2019StrategyIndieAdventure19.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Ranked #8 for Battle Chasers: Nightwar fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.

    2017RPG39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Battle Chasers: Nightwar at current Steam store prices.

  1. Terraria

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!

    2011ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~83% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.

    2006IndieSimulationCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Stardew Valley

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?

    2016IndieSimulationRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Lethal Company

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    A co-op horror about scavenging at abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Hollow Knight

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

    2017ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. People Playground

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

    2019ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Fallout: New Vegas

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Welcome to Vegas. New Vegas. Enjoy your stay!

    2010ActionRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Undertale

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~67% under Battle Chasers: Nightwar on Steam right now. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.

    2015IndieRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Looker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.

    2022IndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Airship Syndicate

Other recommendable Steam games by Airship Syndicate, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Wayfinder

    WHY THIS

    Shares procedural dungeons and an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Another title from Airship Syndicate, the studio behind Battle Chasers: Nightwar. Shares RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Become a Wayfinder, and unlock their powers as you choose your path and playstyle while pushing back a hostile force that has overtaken your world. A Co-Op ARPG where you directly shape and customize the endless adventures you go on with friends, because Wayfinders are stronger together.

    2024ActionAdventureRPG24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Another title from Airship Syndicate, the studio behind Battle Chasers: Nightwar. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Rise Against Ruin - Unite a party of League of Legends Champions, explore Bilgewater and set sail for the Shadow Isles to uncover the secrets of the deadly Black Mist in this immersive turn-based RPG.

    2021IndieRPG29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Darksiders Genesis

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Another title from Airship Syndicate, the studio behind Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    DARKSIDERS: GENESIS gives players their first look at the world of DARKSIDERS before the events of the original game. Furthermore, it introduces the fourth and last horseman STRIFE, as well as Co-op gameplay for the first time in the history of the franchise.

    2019ActionAdventure4.49 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. Tactics Ogre: Reborn

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.

    2022SimulationRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Pixel Noir

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Indie and RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Untangle a gripping conspiracy in this noir-influenced mystery, laced with classic RPG elements. Navigate seedy streets to collect clues, upgrade skills and customize weapons. Brawl in turn-based combat with timed hits & combos, to reveal the dark truth that plagues the city’s core and your sanity.

    2024IndieRPG24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares RPG with Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

    At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.

    2017RPG39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Battle Chasers: Nightwar

Does Battle Chasers: Nightwar run on Steam Deck?
Battle Chasers: Nightwar 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 Battle Chasers: Nightwar cost?
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is listed on Steam at 29.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Battle Chasers: Nightwar?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Battle Chasers: Nightwar are Ruined King: A League of Legends Story™, LEGRAND LEGACY: Tale of the Fatebounds, Tactics Ogre: Reborn.
Who developed Battle Chasers: Nightwar?
Battle Chasers: Nightwar was developed by Airship Syndicate and published by THQ Nordic.

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