- #1 Never Second in Rome
97% matchVery Positive80% of 647 reviews2026
Dev: Alessandro Roberti
Windows
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 41.4% ★, Historical 11.4%, Turn-Based 10.8%, Text-Based 8.3%, RPG 6.1%
- #2 Age of Gladiators
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 769 reviews2016
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
"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 38.5% ★, Auto Battler 11.4%, Turn-Based 9.7%, Historical 9.7%, RPG 7.3%
- #3 Gladiators of Citadelum
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Abylight BarcelonaPub: Abylight Studios
Windows
The ultimate gladiator management sim. Hire and train fighters in different disciplines, defeat your rivals in the arena, climb through the ranks and, remember, give the best spectacle Rome has ever seen to survive. Blood and glory await!
Why similar: Rome 58.9% ★, Auto Battler 16.3%, Historical 9.7%, RPG 4.6%, Simulation 3.9%
- #4 Gladiator Command
95% matchVery Positive96% of 254 reviews2026
Dev: Marius Spikas
Windows
Build a legendary gladiator school in ancient Rome. Recruit and develop unique fighters, manage the business behind the bloodshed and watch your decisions tested in brutal real-time arena combat.
Why similar: Rome 40.6% ★, Auto Battler 32.7%, Historical 8.8%, Management 8%, Simulation 6.5%
- #5 Forum Mortuorum
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Vittoria Games
Windows · Linux
Take the reins of a Roman gladiator school. Hire, equip, and train your team and invest in your facilities. Avail yourself of the unique items and rare magic offered by eclectic visitors. Manage your team wisely: once in the arena, your gladiators must fend for themselves. Glory and death!
Why similar: Rome 53.9% ★, Auto Battler 16.8%, Historical 10.9%, Management 5.7%, RPG 5.5%
- #6 A Legionary's Life
94% matchVery Positive87% of 2,499 reviews2019
Dev: Alessandro Roberti
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A Legionary's Life lets you play as a Roman soldier during the years of the Second Punic War and beyond. Rise up through the ranks and win prestigious awards or just focus on making it home in one piece; it's up to you.
Why similar: Rome 49% ★, Historical 13.8%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Text-Based 8.8%, RPG 7.5%
- #7 Dominus Gladiatus
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Brain Seal LtdPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Dominus Gladiatus is a brutal gladiator management simulator where you recruit, train and equip gladiators and make life or death decisions throughout a deadly 160-day tournament against rival Domini.
Why similar: Rome 50.3% ★, Auto Battler 23.7%, Historical 11.7%, Management 6.8%, Simulation 4.8%
- #8 Age of Gladiators II: Rome
92% matchMixed68% of 280 reviews2018
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 53.4% ★, RPG 9.2%, Turn-Based 8.8%, Historical 7.2%, Management 6%
- #9 Legacy of the Gladiators
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Victory Lap Creative LLC
Windows
Train and upgrade gladiators, navigate dynamic narratives, and rise to power among rival houses in Ancient Rome. Build your Ludus, manage gladiators from the sidelines, or take direct control in the arena to shape their fates.
Why similar: Rome 54.5% ★, Auto Battler 20.4%, RPG 9.4%, Historical 7.3%, Management 3.6%
- #10 Portilus - Civitas Sanguinis
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VIWESA GAMES
Windows
Enter the world of a gladiator where only the strongest survive. Rise from an unknown fighter to a legend in this RPG. Master skills, weapons, and strategic turn-based combat. Manage fatigue, armor, and risk permanent death. Earn points after each session to grow stronger in your next life
Why similar: Rome 67.7% ★, RPG 13.3%, Simulation 7.1%, Text-Based 6.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 3.4%
- #11 Gods of Sand
89% matchVery Positive87% of 758 reviews2026
Dev: Achenar Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 55% ★, Turn-Based 16.1%, RPG 6.5%, Management 6.3%, Turn-Based Combat 4.9%
- #12 Ludus
90% matchMixed69% of 888 reviews2020
Dev: Cheesecake Dev
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Build the best ludus in the world! and survive in ancient Rome.
Why similar: Rome 58.2% ★, RPG 11.4%, Historical 9.8%, Simulation 7.7%, Management 4.7%
- #13 Gladiators IDLE
88% matchMostly Positive74% of 34 reviews2020
Dev: DIG Games
Windows
Gladiators IDLE is an IDLE game where you will train your gladiators and upgrade your gladiators equipment. The stronger you get in this game will allow you to move further in the Arena!
Why similar: Rome 41% ★, Auto Battler 29.1%, RPG 18.2%, Text-Based 11.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #14 Alea Jacta Est
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 137 reviews2014
Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
“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 65.9% ★, Historical 17.7%, Simulation 9.2%, Strategy 6.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #15 Pax Augusta
86% matchMixed70% of 659 reviews2025
Dev: Roger GassmannPub: Senatis
Windows
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 65.2% ★, Historical 17%, Simulation 9%, Management 4.2%, Strategy 4.1%
- #16 Qvadriga
86% matchVery Positive85% of 437 reviews2014
Dev: TurnopiaPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
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 55.1% ★, Historical 15%, Turn-Based 13.8%, Simulation 7%, Strategy 3.1%
- #17 Expeditions: Rome
85% matchVery Positive87% of 6,804 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 56.3% ★, Historical 11.4%, RPG 10.8%, Tactical RPG 7.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.9%
- #18 Foederatus
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aeon & Star Interactive
Windows · Linux
In this kingdom management RPG, you assume your father’s throne in Dalmatia to lead the kingdom, build alliances, fight rivalries and hear the pleas of your people. On the brink of change, you will define the political order. By your decisions, the future of Dalmatia is in your hands.
Why similar: Rome 59.3% ★, RPG 13.3%, Text-Based 9.8%, Simulation 7.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 3.9%
- #19 Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar
84% matchMixed61% of 450 reviews2014
Dev: Longbow Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 58.2% ★, Historical 19.6%, Strategy 8.3%, RPG 7.5%, Simulation 6.1%
- #20 Ashes of Pantheon
82% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Pone Games
Windows
Become the Ash Fire. Chart your gladiator’s course through the arena with directive cards, then watch your plan play out in real time. Build your deck, manage resources, and rekindle divine power in a turn-based strategy deckbuilder steeped in ancient Roman mythology.
Why similar: Rome 60.1% ★, Turn-Based 11.9%, RPG 9.7%, Tactical RPG 5.7%, Turn-Based Combat 5%
- #21 Grand Ages: Rome
83% matchMostly Positive75% of 820 reviews2009
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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 67.4% ★, Historical 19.1%, Simulation 7.3%, Strategy 5.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #22 Ludus: A Gladiator Story
81% matchNegative15% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: A Story Interactive
Windows · Linux
A fully voiced branching narrative RPG of the Roman arena with a unique engraving and VO for every choice and outcome. Four origins, over 1,800 choices, and 19 endings. You will bleed on the sand. The only question is whether you bleed for them, or for yourself. Every choice leaves a scar.
Why similar: Rome 54.1% ★, Historical 14.7%, Text-Based 14.5%, RPG 10.6%, Adventure 3.6%
- #23 LANISTA: Shadows and Dust
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digitality Games
Windows
A classic-inspired, loot-driven, tactical roguelike mixing ancient Roman history with a pinch of post-apocalyptic bloodsports. Embrace the arena, become the LANISTA!
Why similar: Rome 37.3% ★, Auto Battler 19.3%, Historical 9.9%, RPG 9.4%, Tactical RPG 8.1%
- #24 Saul of Tarsus - Bible Game
80% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Song of Nature
Windows
Saul of Tarsus is a Bible video game in the style of a retro JRPG that follows the Apostle Paul during his youth as a new believer. Explore the ancient city of Damascus, interacting with it's citizens as you work to build a new church within the city.
Why similar: Rome 49.3% ★, Historical 17.2%, RPG 16.8%, Simulation 7%, Strategy 4.7%
- #25 Bloodgrounds
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 622 reviews2026
Dev: Exordium GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 59.5% ★, Turn-Based 10.1%, RPG 7.1%, Tactical RPG 6.5%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%
- #26 Gallic Wars: Violens Annalis
81% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: 白新社
Windows · Mac
A turn-based strategy game set in the "Gallic Wars". It features a simple command system and a variety of storylines.
Why similar: Rome 69.3% ★, Historical 18.9%, Simulation 4.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.3%, Strategy 2.2%
- #27 Ludus Manager: Gladiator Tycoon
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stonline
Windows
Build your own ludus: recruit, train, and send fighters from dozens of classes into the arena. Manage your economy, develop estates, take on dangerous adventures, and outplay rival lanistae in Ludus Manager: Gladiator Tycoon — where glory and survival are both on the line.
Why similar: Rome 44.4% ★, Auto Battler 18.3%, Historical 11.9%, Text-Based 11.6%, Management 5.6%
- #28 UBAI Again
78% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2026
Dev: Studio UbaiPub: Kagura Games
Windows
Hit with unexpected debt, Ryouko Okada and Aina Sakurazaki turn to Ubai in desperation.
Why similar: Rome 68.8% ★, RPG 29.6%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #29 CRIXUS: Life of free Gladiator
78% matchMixed47% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Waseku
Windows
First-person simulator, Ludus manager based in ancient Rome. Manage your gladiators and make them fight for you. Take care of their needs, farm their food, heal them, train them. Fight yourself in the arena. Win tournaments and become the most famous Ludus.
Why similar: Rome 53.1% ★, Auto Battler 22.3%, Historical 13.2%, Management 5.8%, Simulation 5.2%
- #30 Roma Invicta
77% matchVery Positive83% of 253 reviews2022
Dev: Puntigames
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 57.7% ★, Auto Battler 22.3%, Historical 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 3%, Strategy 2.6%
- #31 Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition
76% matchVery Positive88% of 88,493 reviews2013
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.7 hrsMean: 115.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch.
Why similar: Rome 57.7% ★, Historical 19.9%, Turn-Based 8.3%, Strategy 6.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.7%
- #32 Warlord: Britannia
76% matchVery Positive88% of 1,951 reviews2022
Dev: Darkmatter Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 72.5% ★, Historical 20%, Strategy 4%, Adventure 2.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #33 Ballosseum
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ballosseum
Windows
Ballosseum is an auto-battler where you raise one ball, kit it out, and watch it fight. Draft from 266 augments over ten rounds, then send it into scheduled contests for parts and medals. Dress it from 600+ cosmetics — or draw your own skin in the built-in pixel editor.
Why similar: Rome 52% ★, Auto Battler 32%, Management 7.4%, Strategy 4.3%, Simulation 3.7%
- #34 The New Rome
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pendulum Interactive
Windows
The New Rome is a turn-based city-building strategy game where you help expand a city, manage a labour force, and collect resources. As a master architect, you design, plan and construct monumental Roman buildings while competing against rivals to create the city's most impressive landmarks
Why similar: Rome 58.5% ★, Historical 14.6%, Turn-Based 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.2%, Simulation 4.3%
- #35 Gods of the Arena: Blood & Sand
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aeterna Nexus
Windows
Slay your way through brutal Roman colosseums in Gods of the Arena: Blood & Sand, a fast-paced 2.5D roguelite brawler. Master diverse fighting styles, claim divine blessings from the Olympian pantheon, win the crowd's favor, and defeat titanic champions to earn your ultimate freedom: The Rudis.
Why similar: Rome 57.2% ★, RPG 24.1%, Historical 17.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #36 Age of Druids
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dejima Studios
Windows
Age of Druids is a historical turn-based strategy game, based on the Roman conquest of Britannia. Lead your Roman legions or Celtic tribes in operational level tactical campaigns to decide the fate of the Britons and walk in the footsteps of Julius Caesar and Boudicca.
Why similar: Rome 67.2% ★, Historical 13.7%, Simulation 7%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.2%, Strategy 5.5%
- #37 Songs of Steel: Hispania
73% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: Meteorbyte StudiosPub: Combat Time
Windows
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 54.7% ★, Historical 16.3%, Tactical RPG 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.9%, Strategy 5%
- #38 Heroes of Rome 2 - The Revenge of Discordia
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: magnussoft
Windows
Caesar and Cleopatra were kidnapped by the Roman goddess Discordia! Don't waste time and go on a journey full of adventure, myths and legends.
Why similar: Rome 94% ★, Strategy 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #39 Field of Glory II
72% matchVery Positive83% of 1,240 reviews2017
Dev: Byzantine GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 32%
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 42.5% ★, Historical 19.3%, Simulation 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Strategy 6.9%
- #40 Bust Buddies
71% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: samyamPub: Zippyzappy Games
Windows
Sculpt ridiculous marble statues with up to 8 buddies in this chaotic party game! Chisel, punch, or slam your way into questionable masterpieces guided by random prompts or your friends' terrible ideas.
Why similar: Rome 83.4% ★, Historical 14.7%, Simulation 1.9%
- #41 CivCity: Rome
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 951 reviews2007
Dev: FireFly StudiosPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
CivCity: Rome, an innovative city builder inspired by the world of Sid Meiers Civilization, and created by a collaboration between Firefly Studios and Firaxis Games, invites players to shift focus from building a multi-city empire and zoom-in on the great cities of the Roman Empire, culminating in Rome itself!
Why similar: Rome 74.2% ★, Historical 13.9%, Simulation 5.8%, Strategy 5.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #42 Citizen of Rome - Dynasty Ascendant
72% matchVery Positive80% of 240 reviews2019
Dev: Citizen of Life Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 54.1% ★, Historical 15%, Text-Based 12%, RPG 7.8%, Management 5.6%
- #43 ArtFormer: Ancient Stories
71% matchMixed69% of 48 reviews2021
Dev: Frix
Windows
ArtFormer: Ancient Stories is a story-driven cinematic platformer with RPG elements. This Indie game project consists of four challenging story chapters each with a unique hero, varying gameplay, and original art-style.
Why similar: Rome 63.4% ★, Historical 19.9%, RPG 11.3%, Adventure 4.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #44 Arcana Roma
70% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Frostbloom Games
Windows
Arcana Roma is a third-person/top-down action-adventure strategy game in which you command a Roman officer and his legion with the goal of reclaiming your homeland from barbarian invaders.
Why similar: Rome 69.7% ★, Historical 13.5%, Tactical RPG 11.2%, Management 4.2%, Adventure 1.4%
- #45 BRUTUS MAXIMUS
69% matchMixed67% of 33 reviews2026
Dev: SuperStructureGames
Windows
Embark on a hellish road trip around the Roman Empire. From Teutoburg to Rome, slay anything standing in your way, survival roguelite-style. Unlock new heroes, weapons, and skills to create synergies. Wipe out entire Roman legions in this hack-and-slash, stab, and shoot survivors game.
Why similar: Rome 59.6% ★, Auto Battler 28.1%, RPG 8.4%, Adventure 3.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #46 Praetorians
71% matchVery Positive81% of 707 reviews2014
Dev: Pyro StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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 78.3% ★, Historical 14%, Strategy 7.7%
- #47 Imperator: Rome
70% matchMixed66% of 26,916 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 66% ★, Historical 18%, Simulation 6.5%, Strategy 5.3%, Management 3.5%
- #48 Shieldwall
68% matchVery Positive86% of 7,478 reviews2023
Dev: Nezon Production
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Shieldwall is a funny third-person tactical battle simulator with strategy elements. It allows you to feel like a squad leader right on the battlefield.
Why similar: Rome 68.4% ★, Historical 16.4%, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 3.6%, Adventure 3.3%
- #49 Ad Victoriam
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nagari Studios
Windows
Ad Victoriam lets you experience large scale immersive battles and lead Caesar's legions to victory in a groundbreaking simulator! You can start up custom battles or play a full strategy game as you conquer Gaul and establish the Roman Empire!
Why similar: Rome 55.6% ★, Auto Battler 24%, Historical 15.4%, Simulation 2.8%, Strategy 2.1%
- #50 Res Publica
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Benjamin Meyer
Windows
RES PUBLICA - Citizens of Rome, an innovative city builder, life-simulation and roleplay game, invites the player to build his own roman city, manage his character, family and household during the ancient Roman Republic in 150 BC. Ave Caesar! Its up to you to lead the way for your home and family!
Why similar: Rome 60.3% ★, Historical 17.9%, RPG 9.6%, Management 5.7%, Strategy 3%
- #51 Aggressors: Ancient Rome
69% matchVery Positive82% of 282 reviews2018
Dev: Kubat SoftwarePub: Kube Games
Windows
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 59% ★, Historical 18.7%, Turn-Based 8.6%, Strategy 4.7%, Turn-Based Combat 4%
- #52 Glory of the Colosseum
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Game Mechanix
Windows
Glory of the Colosseum is a turn-based tactical strategy game set across the Roman empire. A fresh take on tactical turn based combat with minimal randomness and maximum choice. Shape gladiators from fresh recruits to legends of the arena. Will you make it to the Colosseum and win eternal glory?
Why similar: Rome 67% ★, Historical 17.1%, Management 5.3%, Turn-Based Combat 3.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 3.4%
- #53 Rome Invictus
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ragnar Beaucoup
Windows
A Roman grand strategy game where real time battles decide the field and Senate politics decide who's still standing to fight them. Conquer, divide, and rule a living Mediterranean.
Why similar: Rome 73.3% ★, Historical 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.2%, Strategy 3.4%, Management 2.7%
- #54 Field of Glory: Empires
67% matchVery Positive82% of 869 reviews2019
Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 30.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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 53.2% ★, Turn-Based 15.6%, Historical 15.3%, Strategy 4.6%, Management 3.9%
- #55 Gladiators: Survival in Rome
66% matchMixed65% of 458 reviews2025
Dev: Colossi Games
Windows
Gladiators: Survival in Rome is an Action RPG with casual survival game mechanics and active city building. You'll experience a new type of survival game with quests & dungeons, continuous progression, seasonal events and lots of spear poking.
Why similar: Rome 68.3% ★, Historical 18.9%, RPG 8.9%, Adventure 3.9%
- #56 Age of Gladiators Reforged
67% matchMixed61% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Age of Gladiators Reforged is a REMAKE of the 2016 indie game. A single-player strategy/management experience set at the height of the bloody gladiatorial games in ancient Rome that allows you to manage your fighters as they increase in level, forging them into killing machines and champions.
Why similar: Rome 34.3% ★, Historical 15.7%, Text-Based 14%, RPG 13.2%, Simulation 6.9%
- #57 Romanizer
66% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2024
Dev: Les ClionautesPub: La Science Entre En Jeu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Immerse yourself in Roman history with this management game! Gain acceptance of the goddess Cybele into the pantheon of Roman gods, influence public opinion, and go through many historical events. Will you be able to get Cybele adopted by the Romans?
Why similar: Rome 70.3% ★, Historical 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.4%, Strategy 3.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #58 Sarmatian Heroes
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Kajetan Hrynczuk
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sarmatian Heroes is a turn-based strategy RPG where you explore the world, develop heroes, command armies, build fortified cities, and fight tactical battles on hex-based battlefields in an alternate-history setting.
Why similar: Rome 61.3% ★, RPG 15.7%, Tactical RPG 8%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.9%, Strategy 5%