The Last Spell

For fans of tactical depth and dark fantasy, The Last Spell blends city defense and squad design into a tense loop. Developed by Ishtar Games and released March 9, 2023, this indie Tactical Strategy RPG asks players to build, craft, and fortify a haven by day, then command turn-based battles by night. Layers of planning drive the appeal: heroes are constructed through perk trees, gear crafting, and synergies; towns are designed with walls, ballistae, traps, and economy buildings that reshape each run. Procedural waves, permadeath stakes, and roguelite meta-progression reward patience and thoughtful preparation over reflexes. Rich lore frames humanity’s last bastion, while clear UI and smart tooltips support meticulous team composition and base optimization on PC. As comparisons go, it comfortably sits among tactical rpg games like Final Fantasy Tactics, with a harsher, defense-oriented twist that strategy games reviews often highlight.