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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Singleplayer, Sandbox, Action.

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Become a battlemage, build a city, and command your troops in this fantasy warfare simulator. Jump into the fray and use your might, magic, and wits to fight enemies in battles of up to a hundred units and fully destructible city siege combat. The fate of an empire is in your hands.

Reviews: Mixed — 66% — of 149 reviews
Released: 2022-01-20
Developer: Poleaxe Games LLC
Publisher: Forthright Entertainment
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    64% matchVery Positive86% of 104,779 reviews2024
    Dev: Keen Games GmbH
    Windows
    Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 46.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    You are Flameborn, last ember of hope of a dying race. Awaken, survive the terror of a corrupting fog, and reclaim the lost beauty of your kingdom. Venture into a vast world, vanquish punishing bosses, build grand halls and forge your path in this co-op survival action RPG for up to 16 players.

    Why similar: Base Building 29%, Open World 28.7%, Action RPG 15.9%, RPG 8.6%, Fantasy 8%

  57. #57 Pompeii: The Legacy
    65% matchVery Positive82% of 280 reviews2026
    Dev: Siscia Games
    Windows

    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: City Builder 35.3%, Medieval 22.4%, Base Building 17.2%, Strategy 9.5%, Story Rich 6.9%

  58. #58 Genesis of a Small God
    67% matchVery Positive82% of 65 reviews2024
    Dev: Pierre Nury
    Windows

    You have awoken as a small god. As you accumulate the faith and souls of your followers, you will learn incredible new abilities. Protect, guide your people and smite any threats that may arise. The fate of your world is in your hands.

    Why similar: City Builder 36%, Base Building 27.6%, Open World 19.6%, Strategy 11.1%, Indie 3.3%

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