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Re-experience the thrill and challenges of managing a Gladiator arena in this management/simulation game. With new content, new graphics, Quality of Life updates, and all DLCs packed into this new experience, this is how Blackthorn Arena was meant to be experienced.

Reviews: Mixed — 67% — of 968 reviews
Released: 2024-11-02
Developer: PersonaeGame Studio
Publisher: Light Up Games
Genres: Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 4.9 hrs
Mean playtime: 7.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 83%

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    Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Light Up Games
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    Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Blackthorn Arena is a strategy/management sim with a real-time/turn based combat system, set in a world of mythical monsters and classic fantasy races. Play as the master of Blackthorn Arena, train your slaves into gladiators, forge them into your champions, and send them to fight for your glory!

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  2. #2 Gladiator Guild Manager
    96% matchVery Positive81% of 3,874 reviews2024
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    A strategic autobattler sim where you build a team of gladiators, compete in arenas, plan fight tactics, and form alliances. Combine fighters, beasts, and mages, develop and equip them to optimize your well-oiled fighting machine, dominate the championships, and leave your mark on the world.

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  3. #3 Age of Gladiators II: Rome
    96% matchMixed67% of 264 reviews2018
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    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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  5. #5 Gladiator Guild Manager: Prologue
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    66% matchMostly Positive78% of 383 reviews2024
    Dev: Quantum Gear Studios
    Windows

    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: Management 30.2%, Strategy RPG 21.2%, Simulation 14.1%, Strategy 13.2%, Choices Matter 12.4%

  55. #55 Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻
    64% matchVery Positive92% of 4,300 reviews2024
    Dev: One More Time
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Restore your fantasy tavern to its full glory. Repair, improve and expand the establishment. Cook delicious food and keep an eye on the mood of the visitors. Create a unique atmosphere for unforgettable adventures!

    Why similar: Management 27.8%, Base Building 23.4%, Immersive Sim 21.8%, Simulation 13.6%, Fantasy 13.4%

  56. #56 Boxing Club Manager
    69% matchMixed54% of 92 reviews2022
    Dev: Alternative Software Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    You've waited long enough. Boxing management is now in your gloves. Winning fights is your goal. Running the best gym is your future. Take control. Train and steer your boxers to glory in the ring! Build up your gym, make it World class!

    Why similar: Management 32%, Strategy 20.9%, Real Time Tactics 20.2%, Simulation 18.6%, Choices Matter 5%

  57. #57 Swords and Sandals Crusader Redux
    69% matchMixed61% of 158 reviews2020
    Dev: Whiskeybarrel StudiosPub: eGames.com
    Windows · Mac

    The world of Swords and Sandals is at war! Join the Crusade against Emperor Antares! For the first time since 2007, the beloved Swords and Sandals Crusader returns, reforged from the ground up. Fast paced, addictive tactical warfare is back and better than ever!

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 38.4%, Medieval 27.1%, Strategy 18%, Fantasy 16.4%

  58. #58 Siege Survival: Gloria Victis
    67% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,722 reviews2021
    Dev: Black Eye GamesPub: Ravenscourt
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    A medieval city under siege and a handful of civilians are all that keep the walls from falling. Mixing survival strategy and resource management, build your camp, craft supplies, and scavenge the occupied city to supply the last troops holding back the invaders.

    Why similar: City Builder 16.8%, Medieval 11.4%, Immersive Sim 10.7%, Management 10.4%, Crafting 10.4%

  59. #59 Lords of Solgrund
    66% matchMostly Positive79% of 68 reviews2024
    Dev: Sillylas
    Windows

    Lords of Solgrund combines elements of real time strategy, city building and other unique additions. The game features detailed animations, complex gameplay systems inspired by the early middle ages and elements of fantasy.

    Why similar: City Builder 24.8%, Medieval 16.7%, Management 16.3%, Base Building 15.6%, Isometric 7.9%

  60. #60 Highrise City
    65% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,282 reviews2023
    Dev: Fourexo EntertainmentPub: Deck13
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Highrise City offers a new spin on City Simulations & Tycoon games expanding the economy and resource management aspect. Experience a modern take on the genre enriched with a complex resource based economy system.

    Why similar: City Builder 37%, Immersive Sim 19.3%, Management 14.2%, Strategy 13.1%, Simulation 13%

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