Rank 01Why this
Shares character customization with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
- $39.99 (Price checked Nov 3)
- Deck Playable
- 2020
The closest matches to Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG: Wasteland 3, ATOM RPG Trudograd, Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game, UnderRail, and The Age of Decadence. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
Rank 01Why this
Shares character customization with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Rank 02Why this
Shares crafting with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Rank 03Why this
Shares companion management with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.

Why this: Also CRPG and Turn-Based, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.




Why this: Also CRPG and Isometric, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Shares character customization with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Shares companion management with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Also CRPG and Isometric, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Shares dialogue checks with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Shares companion management and crafting with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Also Turn-Based and Post-apocalyptic, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
Also CRPG and Turn-Based Combat, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.

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Why this: Same atmospheric mood as Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.

Why this: Also CRPG and Post-apocalyptic, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.

Why this: Same dark mood as Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.


Why this: Also Turn-Based and Isometric, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.



Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG at current Steam store prices.

Why this: Also CRPG and Turn-Based, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.

Why this: Shares character customization with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.


Why this: Shares crafting with Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.


Why this: Also Turn-Based and Post-apocalyptic, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.


Why this: Also Turn-Based and Isometric, like Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG.
The closest matches to Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG: Wasteland 3, ATOM RPG Trudograd, Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game, UnderRail, and The Age of Decadence. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG is your kind of game, the closest matches are Wasteland 3, ATOM RPG Trudograd and Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as atmospheric, dark and immersive, and single out its character customization and companion management. 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.
Encased is an isometric turn-based RPG developed by Dark Crystal Games and published by Prime Matter, set in an alternative 1970s where a massive mysterious artifact called the Dome has been discovered in a remote desert. The game blends strategy, adventure, and RPG elements with deep character customization, companion management, and faction reputation systems. Players engage in dialogue checks, crafting, and stealth mechanics that reviewers highlight as paying off in meaningful ways. Players describe the experience as atmospheric, dark, immersive, and occasionally whimsical, with character builds that feel powerful and faction politics that matter to gameplay outcomes. Released in 2021, it supports solo play only and runs as playable on Steam Deck. It holds a 74% positive rating from over 2000 Steam reviews and costs $29.99 USD.
About Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG: A tactical sci-fi RPG set in an alternative 1970's, where an enormous and inexplicable artifact –the Dome– is discovered in a remote desert. Fight enemies, explore the anomalous wasteland, level up your character, join one of the forces in the ruined world.
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“Encased starts strong, with an intriguing setting, solid writing, and satisfying RPG mechanics. The early and mid-game offer great exploration and roleplay opportunities. However, the second half quickly loses momentum. The pacing becomes…”
“I do not recommend this game. It is very good up to a certain point. However, when reaching level 7 (after about 6 hours of play), all enemies become level 14, and thus the player is hopelessly outmatched for all remaining fights. Trying…”
People who play it also play: Wasteland 3, ATOM RPG Trudograd, Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game
Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG is listed on Steam at 29.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG are Wasteland 3, ATOM RPG Trudograd, Fallout 2: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game.
Encased: A Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic RPG was developed by Dark Crystal Games and published by Prime Matter.