- #1 The King's Dilemma: Chronicles
97% matchMostly Positive73% of 140 reviews2023
Dev: Big Trouble
Windows · Mac
Lead the King’s Council for generations as the consequences of your decisions decide the kingdom’s resources and political standing. Form alliances, solve dilemmas, and prepare for the final uprising that was foretold by an ancient prophecy
Why similar: Political Sim 37.7% ★, Politics 23.6% ★, Medieval 11.4%, Choices Matter 10.5%, Management 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly mirrors the political choice-making and narrative consequences found in the seed game.
- #2 Reigns
96% matchVery Positive87% of 8,051 reviews2016
Dev: NerialPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Sit on the throne as a benevolent (or malevolent) medieval monarch of the modern age and swipe your royal controller either left or right to impose your will upon the kingdom.
Why similar: Medieval 32.4%, Choices Matter 30.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 20.3%, Strategy 6.1%, Fantasy 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist monarch simulator that relies entirely on binary choices to determine the fate of your kingdom.
- #3 Throne of Lies®: Medieval Politics
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,711 reviews2017
Dev: PT.farm Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The 3D online multiplayer game of social deduction and mischief, inspired by medieval politics and the Werewolf/Mafia (1986) genre. Gather 'round the tabletop, uniting allies of the realm with strategy to distinguish friend from foe.
Why similar: Medieval 35.2%, Choices Matter 26.9%, Multiplayer 21.9%, Strategy 16%
Why You'll Like It: A social deduction game that captures the betrayal and political maneuvering inherent in the seed game.
- #4 Yes, Your Grace
95% matchVery Positive87% of 13,642 reviews2020
Dev: Brave At NightPub: No More Robots
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
These are troubling times, Your Grace. The petitioners’ petty matters exceed our limited resources, to say nothing of the war. A careful balance must be struck. Your throne awaits.
Why similar: Medieval 22.8%, Choices Matter 18%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.7%, Management 14.3%, Story Rich 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a kingdom through difficult choices and balancing the needs of your subjects.
- #5 Crusader Kings III
94% matchVery Positive91% of 137,655 reviews2020
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.8 hrsMean: 143.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Medieval 28.6%, Management 18.5%, Strategy 16.8%, Character Customization 14.5%, Choices Matter 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers the deepest medieval political simulation available, focusing on dynasty management and intrigue.
- #6 For The King
94% matchVery Positive88% of 43,089 reviews2018
Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.
Why similar: Co-op 41.7%, Multiplayer 28.2%, Strategy 21.8%, Fantasy 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op fantasy strategy game that emphasizes party coordination and turn-based decision-making.
- #7 For The King II
93% matchMostly Positive70% of 15,158 reviews2023
Dev: IronOak GamesPub: Curve Games
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Battle against Fahrul's tyrannical Queen alone or as a party of four players in the sequel to For The King, the massively popular turn-based roguelite tabletop RPG. Will you unravel the once beloved Queen's terrible secret?
Why similar: Co-op 36%, Multiplayer 23.3%, Strategy 22.4%, Fantasy 18.4%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on the original with refined co-op mechanics and deeper party-based strategy.
- #8 Lords of Infinity
92% matchVery Positive96% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead an ancient and crumbling noble house in a rich gunpowder fantasy setting. Lie, bribe, and conspire to secure power and prestige – or to save a doomed kingdom from itself.
Why similar: Political Sim 37.8% ★, Diplomacy 29.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Management 9.5%, Choices Matter 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A text-based political epic that emphasizes diplomacy and the consequences of your leadership.
- #9 Kingdom Two Crowns
91% matchVery Positive90% of 37,612 reviews2018
Dev: Stumpy🐙SquidPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gather coins, build defenses and reclaim your fallen Kingdom. Explore and uncover secrets, unlock new technologies and protect your crown versus waves of Greed monsters that come at night. Kingdom is a solo or co-op micro-strategy and tower defense game set in an atmospheric pixel world.
Why similar: Medieval 24.1%, Minimalist 21%, Co-op 20.2%, Fantasy 12.3%, Multiplayer 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op medieval management game that focuses on building and defending your realm with a partner.
- #10 King of Dragon Pass
91% matchMostly Positive80% of 550 reviews2015
Dev: A SharpPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Create your own epic saga of survival, mythology and diplomacy! Rule your clan, make strategic decisions that affect the game world, win battles and expand your influence in this unique mix of RPG, strategy and story-telling.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 22.7%, Medieval 17.7%, Choices Matter 15%, Strategy 14.8%, Fantasy 14.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic narrative-driven strategy game where tribal politics and difficult choices define your success.
- #11 Long Live The Queen
90% matchVery Positive95% of 7,115 reviews2013
Dev: Hanako Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rule the world or die trying!Being a Princess is not an easy job. Being a Queen is even harder. Especially when you're only fourteen years old, and the reason you've inherited the throne is that your royal mother has just met an untimely end.Now power is up for grabs.
Why similar: Political Sim 56.9% ★, Politics 9.7% ★, Medieval 6.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 6.4%, Fantasy 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A political management visual novel where every decision can lead to a sudden downfall.
- #12 Dice Kingdoms
89% matchVery Positive84% of 672 reviews2024
Dev: Fivemid Studio
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Compete against friends in games filled with unpredictable twists and turns. Roll the dice to gather resources and test your adaptability. Lead your kingdom to success through military power, religious knowledge, or architectural ingenuity.
Why similar: Medieval 31.9%, Management 18.7%, Stylized 15%, Strategy 13.1%, Colorful 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer medieval strategy game where luck and tactical choices determine your survival.
- #13 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,461 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory.
Why similar: Medieval 51%, Strategy 36.1%, Multiplayer 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a grand strategy experience with a strong focus on medieval diplomacy and court management.
- #14 Suzerain
87% matchVery Positive93% of 11,092 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?
Why similar: Political Sim 34.9% ★, Politics 30.3% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.4%, Choices Matter 10.7%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: An intense political simulation that forces you to navigate complex legislative and social choices.
- #15 Songs of Conquest
85% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 33.7%, Co-op 22.6%, Fantasy 16.6%, Strategy 13.8%, Story Rich 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that captures the medieval fantasy aesthetic and tactical depth.
- #16 Town of Salem 2
86% matchMostly Positive70% of 8,777 reviews2023
Dev: BlankMediaGames LLCPub: Digital Bandidos
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
A multiplayer online social deduction game for 7–15 players. Use deception, strategy, and teamwork to find the truth—or get away with murder.
Why similar: Co-op 27.1%, Multiplayer 26.5%, Strategy 17.8%, Fantasy 11%, 2D 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A social deduction game that mirrors the paranoia and betrayal found in multiplayer political settings.
- #17 No Heroes Here
86% matchVery Positive90% of 479 reviews2017
Dev: Mad Mimic
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%
No Heroes Here is a frantic co-op game for 1 to 4 players, available in local and online modes. Craft and use several items effectively whilst coordinating your ragtag band of non-heroes to defend castles and survive! ...Oh, as well as saving the Kingdom in the meantime!
Why similar: Medieval 27.2%, Co-op 16.5%, Strategy 13.2%, Management 12.7%, Fantasy 12%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op tower defense game that emphasizes teamwork and medieval-themed party chaos.
- #18 Choice of Life: Middle Ages
84% matchVery Positive89% of 1,774 reviews2020
Dev: Blazing Planet Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A card game in a Medieval setting where you make decisions on which not only your life will depend, but also the future of the kingdom!
Why similar: Medieval 25.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 22.4%, Choices Matter 22%, Strategy 12.9%, Fantasy 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A choice-driven narrative game that places you in the shoes of a medieval citizen making life-or-death decisions.
- #19 Choice of Life: Middle Ages 2
84% matchVery Positive95% of 967 reviews2022
Dev: Blazing Planet Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore your kingdom and rule wisely in the card game - Choice of Life: Middle Ages 2
Why similar: Medieval 21.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 20.7%, Choices Matter 17.4%, Fantasy 10.4%, Strategy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the choice-driven medieval narrative with expanded scenarios and consequences.
- #20 Diplomacy is Not an Option
82% matchVery Positive85% of 11,517 reviews2024
Dev: Door 407
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Diplomacy is Not an Option is a strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. Build your town and defenses, raise huge armies and fight against massive hordes of enemies. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Medieval 81.5%, Strategy 18.5%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that forces you to manage the chaos of defending a kingdom against overwhelming odds.
- #21 Lawgivers II
83% matchMixed70% of 641 reviews2023
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lawgivers II is a political sandbox game that features multiple electoral systems, approve/reject bills and govern a country. Start out your career from the very bottom, and perhaps one day, lead your nation to become the most influential in the world.
Why similar: Political Sim 20.9% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, Politics 19% ★, Management 6.2%, Co-op 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A political simulation game that focuses on the legislative process and managing a government.
- #22 Overthrown
82% matchMixed63% of 265 reviews2026
Dev: BrimstonePub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Lift and throw anything as you build and manage your kingdom in this chaotic city builder for 1-6 players. Harness the power of your soul-stealing crown to defend your citizens from bandits and mutants, farm the land, and gather resources. Keep citizens happy or see them desert you!
Why similar: Management 42%, Multiplayer 28.7%, Fantasy 16.2%, Colorful 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: A city-builder with management elements that focuses on the struggle of ruling and expanding a territory.
- #23 Papers, Please
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 78,508 reviews2013
Dev: Lucas PopePub: 3909
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling.
Why similar: Story Rich 45.1%, Strategy 26.9%, 2D 17.5%, Casual 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dystopian political simulator that forces players to make life-altering choices under pressure.
- #24 Among Us
79% matchVery Positive92% of 725,594 reviews2018
Dev: Innersloth
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
An online and local party game of teamwork and betrayal for 4-15 players...in space!
Why similar: Party Game 38% ★, Multiplayer 28.2%, Co-op 18.9%, Colorful 6%, 2D 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential social deduction party game focused on identifying traitors in a group.
- #25 Silmaris: Dice Kingdom
81% matchMixed66% of 98 reviews2020
Dev: PyrogenPub: Mi-Clos Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Unforgiving storytelling adventure with dice rolls and turn-based management. Make the right choices and roll the dice to rally the monarchs to your medieval kingdom by diplomacy, war or deception.
Why similar: Medieval 53.4%, Choices Matter 34.7%, Fantasy 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A medieval resource management game that uses turn-based strategy to simulate kingdom survival.
- #26 Cultist Simulator
80% matchMostly Positive80% of 13,737 reviews2018
Dev: Weather Factory
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Seize forbidden treasures. Summon alien gods. Feed on your disciples. Cultist Simulator is a game of apocalypse and yearning. Play as a seeker after unholy mysteries, in a 1920s-themed setting of hidden gods and secret histories.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 26.7%, Management 24.6%, Choices Matter 21.5%, Story Rich 13.9%, Strategy 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy management game where complex choices drive your rise to power.
- #27 We Were Here
79% matchVery Positive90% of 32,003 reviews2017
Dev: Total Mayhem Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Lost in a frozen wasteland and split up from your partner inside an abandoned castle, the only possession you have left is a walkie-talkie with a familiar voice on the other end. Can the two of you find your way out in time?
Why similar: Co-op 61.8%, Multiplayer 33.1%, Casual 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op game that relies entirely on communication to solve puzzles, mirroring the social necessity of the seed game.
- #28 Politics The Game
77% matchVery Positive95% of 2,186 reviews2025
Dev: Simplicity Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Become a parliamentarian, create a powerful party, and lead it to victory in this humorous adventure game. Manage your popularity and dignity, use unique powers, and navigate a storyline inspired by current events.
Why similar: Politics 38.2% ★, Political Sim 26% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 9%, Diplomacy 8.4% ★, Strategy 8.2%
- #29 The Jackbox Party Pack 9
78% matchVery Positive84% of 788 reviews2022
Dev: Jackbox Games, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Save your next party! 5 new games in 1 Party Pack: the trivia bluff-off Fibbage 4, the team test Quixort, the joke auction Junktopia, the silly guessfest Nonsensory and the reality TV game Roomerang.
Why similar: Party Game 50.5% ★, Co-op 13.7%, Casual 10.2%, Colorful 7.7%, Strategy 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers social party games that rely on voting and humor, similar to the vibe of the seed game.
- #30 Medieval Legacy
77% matchVery Positive85% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Ninetoplay
Windows
Start as a humble commoner and guide your family through generations in this family sim meets city builder. Climb the ranks of society to become the most influential family in the land. With wit, strategy, and a bit of luck, build your legacy - just try not to trip over your ambition!
Why similar: Political Sim 26.5% ★, Medieval 17%, Management 12.7%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #31 Crown Gambit
76% matchVery Positive97% of 350 reviews2025
Dev: WILD WITSPub: Playdigious Originals
Windows · Mac
Play as three intrepid paladins through a terrible war of succession to save a sinister medieval kingdom from political turmoil. Pick a side amongst noble families to choose the future monarch and crush those who stand in your way through board-shattering tactical card combat!
Why similar: Medieval 23.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 21.3%, Choices Matter 18%, Story Rich 13.6%, Fantasy 13%
- #32 Dokapon Kingdom: Connect
76% matchVery Positive87% of 972 reviews2023
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Make friends or frenemies! Be a savvy schemer in this hybrid RPG party game!
Why similar: Strategy 38.1%, Fantasy 27.4%, Multiplayer 18.1%, Casual 16.4%
- #33 KingSim
78% matchVery Positive85% of 209 reviews2020
Dev: Fuzzy Pixel Game Studio
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Become the King in a story-driven 8-bit style game, where choice matters. And try not to die instantly...
Why similar: Political Sim 26.6% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, Medieval 12.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.4%, Management 9.4%
- #34 The Succession of Changing Kings
74% matchVery Positive88% of 482 reviews2026
Dev: KwaKwaGames
Windows
Turn-based kingdom management simulator focused on decision-making. Will you survive and lead the kingdom to prosperity, or die in agony? The throne awaits.
Why similar: Medieval 30.4%, Choices Matter 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Management 16%, Story Rich 8.2%
- #35 King of the Hat
75% matchVery Positive98% of 173 reviews2023
Dev: Hat Games
Windows · Mac
A 2D party platformer where you fight with a hat! Throw your hat to attack, defend and bait opponents. But watch out! If someone jumps on your hat... you die!
Why similar: Party Game 50.4% ★, Co-op 17.6%, Multiplayer 16.1%, Colorful 6.8%, 2D 4.8%
- #36 HEART of CROWN Online
73% matchVery Positive85% of 456 reviews2025
Dev: illuCalabPub: PLAYISM
Windows
The great emperor's untimely death... Seven princesses are candidates for his succession! Who will save the empire from chaos? An online deck-growing card game where you grow your deck and fight for the Princess.
Why similar: Politics 31% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 20.5%, Medieval 17.9%, Strategy 11.6%, Fantasy 10.9%
- #37 You are the Judge!
74% matchMostly Positive70% of 254 reviews2023
Dev: Steel Games
Windows
As a judge of the Kobardde court, solve complex cases inspired by actual events. Your decisions will directly affect people's (and perhaps yours) lives. You may have to make difficult decisions for your family, country, and life. What kind of judge will you be?
Why similar: Political Sim 34% ★, Diplomacy 29.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.5%, Character Customization 7.4%, Choices Matter 5.9%
- #38 Knights in Tight Spaces
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 825 reviews2025
Dev: Ground ShatterPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Control your environment, gather your party, and build your best deck to overcome outlaws and supernatural forces, across a rich fantasy world. Watch as your tactical choices and deckbuilding prowess play out through stylish fight sequences.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 42.3%, Fantasy 21.3%, Strategy 19.4%, Story Rich 17%
- #39 Turkish Throne
72% matchVery Positive94% of 324 reviews2025
Dev: Kurultaic
Windows
Lead your political party in a fierce competition to seize power against major rivals. Invest strategically, secure votes, and navigate crucial decisions to claim the presidential seat. Will you shape the destiny of Turkish politics?
Why similar: Political Sim 47.1% ★, Politics 29.9% ★, Strategy 10.2%, Management 8.6%, 2D 4.3%
- #40 Castle of Blackwater
72% matchVery Positive92% of 179 reviews2025
Dev: Castle of Blackwater
Windows · Mac
Castle of Blackwater is a 2D, action-packed, social deduction game with a magical twist. In this intense game of trust and betrayal, up to 10 strangers are trapped in a castle of danger and deception, with a mission to complete tasks and escape with their lives.
Why similar: Character Customization 29.6%, Multiplayer 23.4%, Strategy 18%, Colorful 13.3%, 2D 9%
- #41 Plebby Quest: The Crusades
73% matchVery Positive86% of 2,871 reviews2020
Dev: PiedPipers TeamPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Survive ambitious rulers dreaming of an empire, outsmart treacherous neighbors longing to burn your spoils, and navigate the religion’s predictably unreasonable demands; you need ask only one question as you build your legacy – “Will you burn them, or be burnt?”
Why similar: Medieval 30.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 21.9%, Strategy 20.6%, Choices Matter 14.1%, Casual 7.8%
- #42 The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante
71% matchVery Positive90% of 9,503 reviews2021
Dev: SeverPub: 101XP
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 33.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 22.9%, Medieval 15.7%, Story Rich 14.7%, Management 6.4%
- #43 Kingsvein
71% matchVery Positive92% of 293 reviews2024
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.3%, Medieval 25%, Character Customization 21.3%, Strategy 10.6%, Fantasy 9.2%
- #44 Fantasy Kingdom Simulator
75% matchMixed48% of 203 reviews2016
Dev: SimProse StudiosPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Fantasy Kingdom Simulator transports you into a medieval realm where you reign as King of four villages, and your duty is to help them grow and blossom into fully developed cities. You'll be making meaningful choices, important decisions and face the consequences if you plan poorly.
Why similar: Management 36%, Strategy 36%, Casual 27.9%
- #45 Kingdoms and Castles
71% matchVery Positive93% of 30,837 reviews2017
Dev: Lion Shield, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Kingdoms and Castles is a city-building simulation game about growing a kingdom from a tiny hamlet to a sprawling city and imposing castle. Make trade agreements, alliance, and war with neighboring AI controlled kingdoms. Each villager and resource is individually simulated.
Why similar: Medieval 53.7%, Strategy 26.7%, Management 16%, Colorful 3.6%
- #46 The Battle of Polytopia
70% matchVery Positive94% of 5,740 reviews2020
Dev: Midjiwan AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
Why similar: Diplomacy 39.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18%, Minimalist 13.6%, Multiplayer 12.1%, Strategy 10%
- #47 Milord
70% matchMixed66% of 118 reviews2025
Dev: iBright GamesPub: Null State Protocol
Windows · Mac
Milord is a Kingdom Management RPG with city-building mechanics. Immerse yourself in a world where your decisions shape your fiefdom's destiny. Rule wisely as you construct, strategize, and navigate the challenges of leadership. Will you rise to glory or crumble under the weight of your choices?
Why similar: Medieval 26%, Choose Your Own Adventure 22.5%, Choices Matter 19.3%, Fantasy 11.1%, Story Rich 11.1%
- #48 King of Light
70% matchVery Positive96% of 109 reviews2023
Dev: crobatspr
Windows
A fantasy epic of war and betrayal. As a magicless prince, lead the Army of Light to reclaim a fractured Empire. Master tactical battles, crack complex mysteries, and forge a path to the throne with wisdom and heart.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 42.1%, Strategy 23.5%, Fantasy 15%, Casual 9.9%, 2D 9.5%
- #49 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
67% matchVery Positive81% of 375 reviews2025
Dev: Mr.Lordy
Windows
In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords,develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements
Why similar: Political Sim 35.7% ★, Medieval 22.9%, Management 15.2%, Choices Matter 13.6%, Strategy 10.2%
- #50 King of the Bridge
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,644 reviews2024
Dev: Finn Schuuring
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Face off against the bridge troll in his bizarre game of chess! Decrypt, Twist and Enforce the rules as your devious opponent attempts to break them in King of the Bridge!
Why similar: Strategy 45.8%, Fantasy 40.7%, 2D 13.5%
- #51 Thrive: Heavy Lies The Crown
68% matchMixed61% of 436 reviews2025
Dev: Zugalu EntertainmentPub: PlaySide
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Thrive: Heavy Lies the Crown is a complex city builder, where the fate of your kingdom hinges on your every decision. Explore this medieval land alone or with friends, make tough moral choices and conquer your foes in RTS combat. Will you struggle to survive, or find the strength to Thrive?
Why similar: Medieval 30.3%, Management 19.5%, Multiplayer 17.6%, Fantasy 14.1%, Strategy 13.5%
- #52 Solium Infernum
67% matchVery Positive88% of 1,640 reviews2024
Dev: League of Geeks
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Take the Infernal Throne in this hellish turn-based grand strategy game. The Prince of Darkness has vanished, leaving Archfiends to conspire: muster your legions while intoning dark sorceries, devilish schemes, and machiavellian plots. Who will be the new ruler of Hell and ascend the Throne?
Why similar: Politics 40.8% ★, Diplomacy 39% ★, Choices Matter 11.1%, Strategy 9.1%
- #53 A Game of Thrones: The Board Game - Digital Edition
69% matchMixed70% of 1,917 reviews2020
Dev: Dire WolfPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
A Game of Thrones: The Board Game – Digital Edition is the digital adaptation of the top-selling strategy board game from Fantasy Flight Games.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.7% ★, Politics 25.6% ★, Medieval 12.1%, Multiplayer 7.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.3%
- #54 Automatic Kingdom
65% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2026
Dev: Matthew Pontarolo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build the perfect kingdom in this turn-based strategy game that combines elements of automation, board games, and city builders. Keep your kingdom happy, endure hostile Challenges, and unlock new cards as your kingdom becomes more prosperous.
Why similar: Medieval 50.7%, Strategy 24.3%, Fantasy 13.2%, Colorful 7.4%, 2D 4.3%
- #55 Knock on the Coffin Lid
65% matchVery Positive84% of 2,838 reviews2024
Dev: RedBoon
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.
Why similar: Fantasy 37.6%, Strategy 22.2%, Story Rich 21.5%, 2D 10.4%, Casual 8.3%
- #56 The You Quiz
65% matchVery Positive94% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Hazard Wizard
Windows
The You Quiz is a multiplayer game where the questions are about you! Be the King and judge your friends' answers about yourself. Or be a Courtier, guess their quirks, tastes, and dreams. Invite up to 7 friends for free using the Friend's Pass!
Why similar: Party Game 52.1% ★, Co-op 20.6%, Multiplayer 16%, Colorful 6.7%, Casual 4.5%
- #57 Armello
68% matchVery Positive82% of 15,967 reviews2015
Dev: League of Geeks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.
Why similar: Strategy 31.7%, Fantasy 26.8%, Multiplayer 26.2%, 2D 15.4%
- #58 Heart of Crown PC
68% matchVery Positive80% of 584 reviews2017
Dev: illuCalabPub: Culture Select
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Which princess will you promote in this battle of succession? Heart of Crown is a deck-building card game with online play, scenario campaigns, and free play which offer a wide variety of challenges and enjoyment to be had.
Why similar: Medieval 45.1%, Multiplayer 23.4%, Strategy 21.5%, Casual 10%