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A browser-based Pokémon battle simulator where you face other players online, using either random teams or ones you build yourself. The focus is purely on team-building and outguessing your opponent, with no story or catching.

  • Competing against other players
  • Turn-based combat
  • Build variety
  • Tactical depth
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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Pokémon Showdown special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Worms Clan Wars

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2013PCSteam Deck playable77 % positive24.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Pokémon Showdown: turn-based combat, competing against other players and a party of several characters.

Turn-based artillery battles where teams of worms fight with absurd weapons on destructible terrain. Classes, customisation and Workshop content add variety, and it shines most in multiplayer.

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Worms Armageddon

Co-op or multiplayer

Turn-based artillery chaos where teams of worms blast each other with bazookas, exploding sheep and holy hand grenades across destructible terrain. A timeless party classic that shines brightest in multiplayer.

Worms 2

Tactical depth

Turn-based artillery duels between teams of worms on destructible 2D terrain. Absurd weapons like the Holy Hand Grenade and slapstick humor make it a classic, especially for local multiplayer matches.

Skyworld

Tactical depth

Skyworld is a turn-based VR strategy game where you manage your economy, armies and even dragons to rebuild your father's empire. It channels classic turn-based strategy, set on floating islands in virtual reality.

Killer Queen Black

Co-op or multiplayer

Killer Queen Black is a frantic multiplayer game for up to eight players, where you fly winged creatures through arenas, collecting fruit or taking down enemies. Its blend of platforming and team strategy shines brightest when you play alongside friends against the clock and the opposing side.

Smash Legends

A party of several characters

You jump into fast real-time 3-versus-3 arena battles against other players, picking from a roster of distinct Legends with their own abilities. It is free to play and cross-platform, so you can meet friends on other devices.

Recon Control

A party of several characters

You lead a small special operations squad through missions where turn-based tactics meet 2D platforming levels. Pick the right fighters for each job, equip them and train them up along the way.

Monster Sanctuary

A party of several characters

Monster Sanctuary blends monster collecting and training with Metroidvania exploration in a 2D pixel-art world. Its turn-based 3-vs-3 battles reward smart team composition and skill trees, while monster abilities unlock hidden areas of the map.

Awesomenauts

Co-op or multiplayer

A fast 2D platformer take on the MOBA where two teams of quirky heroes with unique abilities push lanes, destroy turrets and attack the enemy base. Teamwork and item builds decide matches, wrapped in a charming cartoon look.

Pokémon Champions

Build variety

A purely battle-focused Pokémon game built around the familiar types, abilities and moves. You assemble teams, including Pokémon brought over from Pokémon HOME, and compete in strategic cross-platform duels.

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