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

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This witty, wacky, turn-based strategy game is now available for Steam. In Highborn, you’re treated to a strategy game that offers an intelligent, tactical experience without the frenetic play of a traditional RTS.

Reviews: Mixed — 67% — of 64 reviews
Released: 2013-02-19
Developer: Jet Set Games
Genres: Casual, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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