Games Like A Legionary's Life

Hardcore survival RPG with non-linear story that lets you play as a young medieval soldier who over the course of battles and adventures becomes the most formidable and respected knight of his era. Or, if he’s not lucky enough, perishes in the chaos of the Hundred Years' War.

Why similar: War 18.4%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Perma Death 17.3%, Historical 16.1%, Text-Based 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Shares a similar focus on gritty, turn-based survival, narrative choices, and the brutal reality of life in the ancient world.

Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?

Why similar: Rome 59% ★, Historical 15.8%, RPG 8.6%, Turn-Based Combat 6%, Turn-Based 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-quality, party-based RPG experience set in the Roman era with deep tactical combat and historical narrative.

Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

Why similar: Historical 40.5%, War 35.4%, RPG 13.5%, Simulation 7.8%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deep, tactical mercenary management experience with high stakes, permadeath, and a gritty historical-fantasy aesthetic.

Train gladiators. Manage a ludus. Fight in the arenas. Conquer the tower. Gods of Sand is a gladiator manager with intense turn-based combat, inspired by the Swords and Sandals series, in a dark and unforgiving setting.

Why similar: Rome 42.5% ★, Turn-Based 20.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.7%, Perma Death 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A gladiator management game that mirrors the pixel-art style and brutal, turn-based combat found in the seed game.

Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a combination of a tactical role-playing game and visual novel, in which you will assume the role of a medieval soldier.

Why similar: Turn-Based 17.4%, Historical 16%, Perma Death 13.7%, War 13%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A direct companion to the Reforged title, focusing on roguelike elements and historical narrative choices.

Never Second in Rome is a turn-based historical game with RPG and management elements. You are a Roman centurion in the army of Julius Caesar. You will control both your character and the unit under his command.

Why similar: Rome 33.1% ★, Turn-Based 14.2%, Historical 11.9%, War 8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated Roman-themed RPG that focuses on the life and career progression of a citizen within the empire.

Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 35.4%, Turn-Based 35.1%, RPG 25.4%, Singleplayer 2.4%, Indie 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the life of a mercenary band in a harsh world, emphasizing survival, tactical combat, and character progression.

A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world ruled by real but unrelenting gods. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice has a price and entails consequences. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!

Why similar: Choices Matter 36.2%, Text-Based 31.8%, RPG 21.6%, Simulation 5.5%, Indie 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the life-simulation and narrative-heavy aspects of rising through social ranks in a harsh, unforgiving historical setting.

Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

Why similar: Turn-Based 35.7%, RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Combat 17.5%, Roguelike 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, turn-based RPG that emphasizes survival, gritty combat, and the harsh reality of an adventurer's life.

Age of Gladiators II: Rome is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities. Build your story. Build your empire.

Why similar: Rome 52.5% ★, Turn-Based 14%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Historical 9.2%, RPG 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a management-heavy experience centered on the life and death of gladiators in the Roman arena.

Life sim set in the Ancient Roman Republic. Experience life and events in Ancient Rome through multiple generations of a family, helping them grow from lowly commoners to mighty Senators. Long live the Republic!

Why similar: Rome 47.4% ★, Historical 17.2%, Text-Based 11.7%, Old School 7.6%, Roguelite 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the life-simulation aspects of Roman society, allowing players to manage a family line through history.

Roma Invicta combines action packed real-time battles with turn-based strategy on a big campaign map. Supply your legions and conquer ancient Gaul turn by turn. Fight by yourself or hand over your soldiers to the AI ​​and enjoy the spectacle.

Why similar: Rome 62.4% ★, Historical 18%, War 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Indie 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art strategy game that captures the aesthetic and historical themes of the Roman military.

Relive the conflict between the mighty Roman Republic and the brave Celtiberian people of Numantia! Featuring hand-drawn illustrations, classic turn-based strategy mechanics, and combat tactics, with decision-making and side missions.

Why similar: Rome 50.7% ★, Historical 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 12.9%, War 9.9%, Choices Matter 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features tactical turn-based combat and a historical setting that aligns well with the military focus of the seed game.

Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.

Why similar: Turn-Based 37%, Turn-Based Combat 27%, Roguelite 13.9%, RPG 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines turn-based tactical combat with the management of a mercenary company, featuring permadeath and long-term character growth.

A mix of deep gameplay and rich historical flavor, Aggressors: Ancient Rome lets you relive history as the ruler of one of the mighty civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Choose one of twenty available factions and conquer the world.

Why similar: Rome 50.5% ★, Historical 20.9%, Turn-Based 11.9%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%, War 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeper strategic look at the Roman era, perfect for those who enjoy the historical context of the seed game.

Lead a Roman expeditionary force into the heart of Ancient Britain! Recruit, promote, and upgrade your legionaries while constructing a series of fortified marching camps. Use Roman tactics and strategies to conquer the entire island and become Warlord!

Why similar: Rome 71.4% ★, Historical 25.8%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world Roman military simulation that emphasizes the day-to-day struggle of occupying hostile territory.

Field of Glory II is a turn-based tactical game set during the Rise of Rome from 280 BC to 25 BC.

Why similar: Rome 36.3% ★, Historical 22.3%, Turn-Based 14.8%, War 10.3%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A premier turn-based tactical wargame that focuses on the intricacies of ancient military formations and combat.

In this roguelike wargame, take command of a tank and its crew in the Second World War, joining one of over 50 campaigns across Europe, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific. Fight against over 1300 historically-based unit types, where each day is a struggle for survival.

Why similar: Historical 34.5%, War 16.6%, Roguelike 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14%, Retro 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike tactical game that captures the feeling of individual survival and progression in a war-torn environment.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar takes you to the plains and forests of ancient Gaul where Julius Caesar wages a decade long war to subjugate the barbarian hordes. Hegemony Rome will immerse you in the history like no other real time strategy game ever before, forcing you to pay close attention to the changing seasons and rapidly...

Why similar: Rome 60.2% ★, Historical 26.6%, RPG 5.7%, Simulation 5%, Indie 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a grander scale of Roman military history while maintaining a focus on historical accuracy.

Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.

Why similar: Turn-Based 68.8%, RPG 20.3%, Choices Matter 7%, Indie 2.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features tactical combat and a narrative-driven journey where every decision and death carries significant weight.

All Quiet in the Trenches is a narrative turn-based strategy RPG set in World War I. Get to know your soldiers, take care of their needs and lead them in battle, trying to strike a precarious balance between the ambitions of your superiors and the survival of your men.

Why similar: War 26.5%, Turn-Based 26.4%, Historical 21.1%, Choices Matter 10.5%, RPG 9%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused war game that emphasizes the personal choices and morale of individual soldiers.

A Turn-Based Fighting Game Set in the Roman Era, where you can develop your Gladiators and fight them in arenas to increase the glory of your Ludus.

Why similar: Rome 48.3% ★, Turn-Based Combat 29.2%, RPG 15.3%, Roguelite 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical RPG elements and the life of a gladiator, mirroring the combat-centric progression of the seed game.

“ALEA JACTA EST” (The Die is Cast) is what Caesar said as he crossed the Rubicon River when he learned that the Senate had removed him from his command. Crossing that small Italian river was equivalent to disobeying Rome’s orders and entering into open rebellion in this historical turn-based strategy wargame .

Why similar: Rome 67.2% ★, Historical 24.5%, Simulation 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that provides deep historical context for the Roman civil wars and military campaigns.

A text-based RPG full of choice and action. Fight for survival in the midst of the Roman invasion of ancient Caledonia. Strategize one dice roll at a time as emotions affect your performance. Use willpower to outsmart opponents, gain allies, wage war, or strive for peace. How will your story end?

Why similar: Text-Based 38.1%, Choices Matter 26.6%, RPG 17.5%, Simulation 10.1%, Indie 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven RPG that emphasizes choices and character development in a historical setting.

Grid-Based First Person Dungeon Crawler set in a Dark Fantasy version of the Imperial Rome. Create and develop your party, explore catacombs, manage your Gladiatorial School and fight demons and undead to free Rome. Inspired by old-school cRPG from the 80s and 90s.

Why similar: Rome 58.4% ★, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Old School 10.5%, RPG 8.4%, Historical 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that utilizes Roman themes and party-based tactical combat.

Praetorians is set amidst the political machinations of an emerging Roman Empire. You will be transported back to the dusty battlefields of Egypt, the combat theaters of Gaul and finally to the heart of the Empire itself, Italy in the crusade to become Emperor.

Why similar: Rome 71.3% ★, Historical 16%, War 11.4%, Indie 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic real-time strategy game that highlights the tactical discipline of the Roman legions.

Build the best ludus in the world! and survive in ancient Rome.

Why similar: Rome 65% ★, Historical 14.9%, RPG 9.7%, Simulation 7%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A simulation game that focuses on the management and training of gladiators in a Roman setting.

A turn-based strategy war chess game. You will play a commander in the Roman period, and command the generals and troops to complete the specified mission objectives and occupy important strongholds in the level. Rome, Samnite, Epirus, Carthage. Different choices will open different histories!

Why similar: Rome 61.2% ★, War 17.9%, Historical 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 8%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical wargame that focuses on the military expansion of Rome through turn-based combat.

Bloodgrounds merges tactical turn-based combat with strategic management, RPG and roguelite elements. Forged in the pits of the arena, you fought your way out and now as a wealthy patron you recruit, train, and command your team of hardened Gladiators to glory - or death.

Why similar: Rome 43.9% ★, Perma Death 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, Turn-Based 12.1%, Roguelite 4.9%

Ancient Life is a game that simulates the life of ancient people. The game contains various events that may have occurred in ancient times. Players can choose to farm, be an official, craftsman, be a hunter, be a merchant, and have different occupations.

Why similar: Historical 43.3%, Text-Based 28.7%, RPG 11%, Roguelite 7.1%, Simulation 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A text-based life simulator that explores the historical struggles and career paths of individuals in ancient times.

44 BC. Caesar, the dictator of Rome, discovers that the threat of conspiracy comes from the people closest to him. Can you resist the impending danger and rewrite history?

Why similar: Rome 39.3% ★, Historical 14%, Perma Death 12.6%, Roguelite 6.1%, Roguelike 6%

"Age of Gladiators" is a single-player strategy/management sim set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome. As your fighters increase in level, it will be up to you to decide how to forge their attributes and abilities.

Why similar: Rome 44.9% ★, Turn-Based 18.4%, Historical 14.8%, Text-Based 9.2%, RPG 6.3%

Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.

Why similar: Rome 64.2% ★, Historical 22.9%, War 6.3%, Simulation 5%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Qvadriga is a tactical game of chariot racing in ancient Roman circuses, where you take control of a four horse chariot team. Choose your preferred upgrade combinations and prove your skills at the arena.

Why similar: Rome 53.1% ★, Turn-Based 21.6%, Historical 18.9%, Simulation 5.3%, Singleplayer 1%

Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture.

Why similar: Rome 43.3% ★, Turn-Based 20.4%, Historical 16.3%, War 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%

Fight & strategize your way through spectacles and arenas -- rise from lowly slave to Grand Champion and earn your freedom. Or... die trying. This Gladiator RPG Roguelite features in-depth career management and a unique physics simulated combat system. To those who are about to die, I salute you!

Why similar: Rome 69.7% ★, Historical 24.3%, Simulation 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.

Why similar: Rome 61.8% ★, Historical 19.4%, War 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Can you lead? Burden of Command is an emotionally authentic tactical leadership RPG. You’re a company Captain in the historical Cottonbalers. Fighting psychology as much as bullets, you must build respect, trust, and battlefield experience to bring your brothers safely home.

Why similar: Historical 28.4%, War 23%, Turn-Based 17.6%, Turn-Based Combat 13.2%, Choices Matter 8.1%

As Governor of a Roman Province in the time-honoured Roman Empire, its fortune very much lies in your hands. Choose one of five Roman noble families such as Caesar’s Julii with different abilities to accomplish the comprehensive missions.

Why similar: Rome 67.9% ★, Historical 25.6%, Simulation 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Shigatari is a samurai role-playing game with historical artwork.

Why similar: RPG 32%, Historical 25.7%, Turn-Based Combat 20.9%, Roguelike 15.4%, Indie 6.1%

Rebuild Pompeii from the ashes and lead it through centuries of politics, intrigue, and survival. Shape laws, expand trade across the Empire, guide your city through disasters, and command legions in optional real-time battles. Your legacy begins now.

Why similar: Rome 66.9% ★, Historical 21.8%, Choices Matter 5.2%, Simulation 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Broken Lines is a story-driven tactical RPG set in an alternate-history version of WWII. Lead a squad of soldiers and face the horrors of war. In the included expansion, 'The Dead and the Drunk', guide your troops through fights against both the living and the undead.

Why similar: War 23.4%, Turn-Based 19.8%, Historical 18.1%, Perma Death 14.6%, Turn-Based Combat 11.4%

The Age of Decadence is a turn-based, hardcore role-playing game set in a low magic, post-apocalyptic fantasy world. The game features a detailed skill-based character system, multiple skill-based ways to handle quests, choices & consequences, and extensive dialogue trees.

Why similar: Rome 41.2% ★, Turn-Based 22.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.9%, Choices Matter 7.6%, Old School 6.5%

Strategos is a real-time tactics wargame set in classical antiquity. Simulate large-scale battles with over 120 factions, and 250+ units, from the ancient world. Create custom battles, or take command of historical ones.

Why similar: Rome 57.1% ★, Historical 22.3%, War 15.8%, Simulation 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Unique combination of turn-based 4X and historical grand strategy with a mythological twist. Explore the ancient world and build a world leading civilization. Survive, expand, conquer... and win!

Why similar: Historical 46.3%, War 35%, Choices Matter 11.3%, Simulation 7.4%

Command armies, manage resources, and build an empire in this real-time strategy wargame from Longbow Games. Will Rome fulfil its destiny to rule the ancient world or will history be rewritten to forge a new Etruscan, Gallic, or Greek hegemony!

Why similar: Rome 58% ★, Historical 31.1%, Simulation 6.9%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.4%

In the game, players will play the role of Liu Bei, the monarch of Shu Han during The Three Kingdoms period, and defeat the strong enemies encountered by cultivating the military generals and forming the characteristic army. Whether you can change your life and unify the three countries is up to you

Why similar: Historical 27.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, Old School 13.2%, Roguelite 12%, RPG 10.9%

Story of a Gladiator is an arena beat 'em up where you take the role of a man in search of his destiny. Fight against waves of enemies in the arena to earn coin and fame until you are strong enough to enter the colosseum and become champion.

Why similar: Rome 62.6% ★, Historical 20.6%, Perma Death 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Indie 1.2%

The city builder strategy game Imperium Romanum is set in the time-honoured Roman Empire. As governor of a Roman province, you will devise a strategy to build a well organised, prosperous and commanding settlement. Its fortune very much lies in your own hands.

Why similar: Rome 78.1% ★, Historical 11.2%, Simulation 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Mortal Glory is a fantasy-themed tactical roguelike game about recruiting a team of gladiators and pitting them against brutal competition in a blood-soaked tournament. Train your gladiators, find a legendary sword, learn ancient spells, recruit a celebrity, cheat - do whatever it takes to bring glory to your name!

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Old School 15.1%, Roguelike 10.9%, Roguelite 10.2%

Esports History is an RPG sim where you start as a regular guy, and work your way up to the very top of esports. Defeat bosses in tournaments, make a name for yourself within the esports community, and become a real pro!

Why similar: Choices Matter 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 23.1%, RPG 19.1%, Simulation 15.7%, Retro 10%

A life simulator that leans heavily into the personal finance aspect. Pay taxes, take out mortgages, trade stocks, buy real estate, start businesses, or grind your way to victory as an employee.

Why similar: Text-Based 35.9%, Old School 20.3%, Choices Matter 17.1%, RPG 16.5%, Simulation 8.2%

Kingdom's Life - Large turn-based global strategy game in pixel style. You have to create your own people and state. Can you lead the state to political, economic, technological and military triumph? It depends on you.

Why similar: Historical 32.2%, War 28%, Turn-Based Combat 18%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Simulation 7.9%

Recon Control is a turn-based strategy and 2D platformer hybrid focused on combat. Lead your special operations squad through a set of challenging and deadly missions.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.6%, War 20.5%, Perma Death 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 15.5%, RPG 8.3%

Manage a team of traveling gladiators in this turn-based fantasy roguelike. Find the best recruits, discover powerful item combinations and come up with clever tactics on the battlefield. The tournament awaits those who desire MORTAL GLORY!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.8%, Old School 19.3%, Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 13.3%, Retro 10.7%

Circa 790 AD. A small band of Norse warriors lands on the shores of England. History may have forgotten their names, but their actions live on. As the chieftain of your clan, let ambition guide your choices in the party-based RPG Expeditions: Viking. How will history remember you?

Why similar: Turn-Based 41.6%, Historical 22.2%, RPG 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 11.8%, Choices Matter 7.7%

Summa Expeditionis is a colony sim and base building game set in ancient Roman Empire. Follow the career of a Roman soldier from Legionnaire to Centurion. Build and manage your camp, recruit more soldiers and face the barbarians for the glory of Rome.

Why similar: Rome 69.3% ★, Historical 23.9%, Simulation 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Pax Augusta is probably the most authentic ancient city-building simulation. Build flourishing cities and look after your citizens. Earn gold with production and trade of goods and build impressive monuments. Strengthen your influence and become a Roman emperor!

Why similar: Rome 68.5% ★, Historical 23.4%, Simulation 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Civil war continues down south, even the emperor bows to the mighty warlords. Han Empire will soon divide into THREE KINGDOMS. What should the young master do to keep his tribesmen on prairie safe and sound? Everything is in the turn-based RPG: Roam Across.

Why similar: Historical 29.8%, Turn-Based 23.6%, Turn-Based Combat 21.2%, Retro 11.9%, RPG 10.5%

A money-focused life simulator. Create characters with allergies and addictions. Manage their lives through financial booms and busts. Advance their careers, start a small business, invest in real estate and stocks - or roleplay a penniless hobo.

Why similar: Text-Based 32.8%, Choices Matter 24.5%, RPG 20.4%, Simulation 20.2%, Singleplayer 2.1%