- #1 Kingdom Under Fire: Heroes
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 489 reviews2020
Dev: Blueside
Windows
The cult hit Kingdom Under Fire saga continues on PC in glorious HD. Control seven new heroes across fifty brutal missions of hybrid hack n’ slash action and strategy. Crush your foes, hoard their treasure, and upgrade your forces for the next battle.
Why similar: RTS 29.7%, Strategy 16.6%, Strategy RPG 16.3%, RPG 16.2%, Action 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct follow-up to the seed game, offering more of the same refined hybrid RTS and action-RPG gameplay.
- #2 Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
96% matchVery Positive88% of 290,096 reviews2022
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows
Median: 62.3 hrsMean: 154.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A strategy/action RPG. Create a character, engage in diplomacy, craft, trade and conquer new lands in a vast medieval sandbox. Raise armies to lead into battle and command and fight alongside your troops in massive real-time battles using a deep but intuitive skill-based combat system.
Why similar: Medieval 30.4%, War 26.2%, Strategy 14.2%, RPG 12.7%, Simulation 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive modern experience for leading armies from the front lines in a persistent, tactical world.
- #3 Mount & Blade: Warband
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 170,920 reviews2010
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.5 hrsMean: 120.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!
Why similar: Medieval 41.3%, RPG 16.9%, Strategy 12.4%, Hack and Slash 11.1%, Action 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: The classic sandbox experience that set the standard for commanding troops while participating in real-time medieval combat.
- #4 SpellForce 3 Reforced
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,863 reviews2017
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Why similar: RTS 43.8%, RPG 19.9%, Strategy 14.4%, Fantasy 11.9%, Nudity 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly balances traditional RTS base-building with deep, hero-focused RPG combat mechanics.
- #5 Empire of Ember
94% matchMixed66% of 148 reviews2022
Dev: Poleaxe Games LLC
Windows
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.
Why similar: War 16.4%, Medieval 16.3%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Action RPG 12.3%, Fantasy 9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a mix of first-person combat and large-scale army management within a destructible fantasy world.
- #6 Divinity: Dragon Commander
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,514 reviews2013
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
You are the Dragon Commander. Your mission it is to reunite a broken empire and become the new emperor. Success depends entirely on your ability to efficiently rule your empire, build invincible armies and lead them to victory.
Why similar: RTS 36.9%, Strategy 20.4%, RPG 18.4%, Fantasy 14%, Action 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game combines grand strategy and RTS elements with direct, hero-controlled combat in a fantasy setting.
- #7 Brutal Legend
92% matchVery Positive93% of 20,120 reviews2013
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.4%, RTS 25.1%, Action 11.9%, Strategy 10.4%, Third Person 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the heavy metal fantasy aesthetic and features a unique blend of action-adventure and RTS unit management.
- #8 Warlords Battlecry III
91% matchVery Positive84% of 1,008 reviews2016
Dev: Infinite InteractivePub: Retroism
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 101.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.
Why similar: RTS 48.1%, Strategy 24.7%, RPG 13.8%, Fantasy 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS/RPG hybrid that emphasizes hero progression and powerful hero units alongside army management.
- #9 Legends of Ellaria
91% matchMixed57% of 827 reviews2021
Dev: Larkon Studio
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Legends of Ellaria is a unique blend of sandbox action-RPG and real-time strategy. Build a new kingdom for your people, construct and manage its cities, command your troops in epic battles and join them fighting in third-person action, and live adventures in an immersive high fantasy world.
Why similar: RPG 24.2%, Strategy 22.9%, RTS 18.3%, Action 11.8%, Indie 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Blends first-person exploration and combat with RTS-style army command and kingdom management.
- #10 Wars and Warriors: Joan of Arc
90% matchVery Positive93% of 408 reviews2015
Dev: Enlight Software LimitedPub: Retroism
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Relive the most intense battle scenarios of medieval Europe in this third-person 3D epic saga. Brandish your sword as you slay enemies amidst adrenaline-pumping action while you lead your troops to victory.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.9%, Strategy 26.7%, Medieval 24.4%, Action 16.4%, Singleplayer 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: An older title that closely mirrors the hero-led combat and tactical command structure of the seed game.
- #11 Ancient Wars: Medieval Crusades
89% matchVery Positive83% of 89 reviews2024
Dev: JOTASOFT STUDIOS
Windows
New Real Time Strategy Game based on medieval times, where you will control powerful factions and empires, with large-scale epic battles, asymmetric civilizations, unit customization system with RPG elements, dynamic AI, 8K support and much more.
Why similar: RTS 22.3%, Real Time Tactics 17.1%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Medieval 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A traditional RTS that captures the historical medieval warfare feel and unit variety.
- #12 Conqueror's Blade
89% matchMixed67% of 38,141 reviews2020
Dev: Booming TechPub: Poros Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 73.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Why similar: Medieval 24.2%, War 23.8%, Action RPG 14.4%, Strategy 11.9%, RPG 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the specific thrill of commanding diverse medieval units while fighting as a hero in large-scale battles.
- #13 Crown Wars: The Black Prince
87% matchMixed60% of 598 reviews2024
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
The War of Crowns rages on. Knights and brigands run rampant throughout the land, sowing destruction. From your castle base, rise to become the lord who leads the battle against the forces of evil in this turn-based tactics and strategy game.
Why similar: Medieval 20.8%, RPG 19.3%, Strategy 17.7%, Tactical RPG 15%, Fantasy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a tactical, dark-fantasy approach to medieval warfare with a focus on squad-level management.
- #14 Total War: WARHAMMER III
86% matchMostly Positive70% of 143,427 reviews2022
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 151.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?
Why similar: RTS 30.4%, Real Time Tactics 20.2%, War 14.8%, Strategy 11.6%, Fantasy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the same sense of massive-scale dark fantasy warfare and tactical unit management found in the seed game.
- #15 King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame
88% matchMixed56% of 511 reviews2012
Dev: NeocoreGamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Experience the sequel to the Role-playing Real Time Strategy Hit!
Why similar: RTS 36%, RPG 26.2%, Strategy 26.1%, Fantasy 9.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical wargaming with deep RPG hero development in a dark fantasy setting.
- #16 Kingdom Wars 2: Definitive Edition
86% matchMixed66% of 451 reviews2019
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
An intense real-time strategy game set in a dark fantasy world of Orcs, Elves and Dragons. Kingdom Wars 2 combines the best of Zombie survival and crafting with complex fast-paced city building. Fight massive siege battles that turn beautiful landscapes into gory blood-soaked battlefields.
Why similar: RTS 26%, Real Time Tactics 19.5%, War 13.5%, Medieval 12.2%, Dark Fantasy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides dark fantasy RTS combat with a strong focus on unit management and crafting.
- #17 No King No Kingdom
85% matchVery Positive85% of 145 reviews2020
Dev: Fullmetal Developer
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
No King No Kingdom – First-Person Strategy Game. Ride Dragons! Command peasants! Build towns! Raise Armies! Tame Epic Creatures! Take your own sword and fight side by side with your troops against powerful giant bosses.
Why similar: RTS 22.6%, Real Time Tactics 18.2%, War 13.2%, Strategy 8.5%, Strategy RPG 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines strategy and action elements with a focus on leading troops in a low-poly fantasy world.
- #18 Age of Reforging: The Freelands
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,276 reviews2025
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Age of Reforging: The Freelands is a medieval high-freedom sandbox adventure CRPG. You'll be a reforger in the freelands chosen by the Goddess to embark on a medieval adventure tour at your own pace, gathering teammates, fighting for survival, and craft your unique legend!
Why similar: RTS 22.6%, Real Time Tactics 16.3%, Strategy RPG 13.3%, Medieval 13.1%, Tactical RPG 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a sandbox approach to hero-led exploration and tactical combat.
- #19 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8: Xtreme Legends Complete Edition
84% matchVery Positive84% of 13,988 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
"Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends" introduces entirely new levels of fun to the refreshing gameplay vanquishing swarms of enemies with mighty warriors found in "Dynasty Warriors 8."
Why similar: Hack and Slash 68.4%, Action 10.8%, Third Person 8.9%, Action RPG 5.1%, RPG 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the 'one-man army' hack-and-slash intensity of the hero segments in the seed game.
- #20 Han Xiongnu Wars
84% matchMixed60% of 4,110 reviews2017
Dev: Shangshi Studio
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 50.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Welcome to Han Xiongnu Wars. A stand-along game and synergy of historical Far East and multiple features in role-playing, real-time strategy and action gameplay. This game brings you to the eventful years of the early Han Dynasty, and faithfully presents the ancient eastern culture with many objects and scenes faithfully reconstructed...
Why similar: RTS 19.8%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, War 14.2%, Medieval 12.4%, Action RPG 9%
Why You'll Like It: A historical strategy-RPG that emphasizes army command and direct battlefield participation.
- #21 Masters of Anima
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 420 reviews2018
Dev: Passtech GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Delve into an original adventure and defy the forces of evil in strategic, action-packed battles. Summon and control large armies of up to 100 Guardians thanks to intuitive and innovative gameplay and make quick tactical decisions to prevail.
Why similar: RTS 39.4%, Strategy 24.4%, RPG 20.9%, Action 15.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on commanding an army of spirits in a fantasy setting with action-oriented combat mechanics.
- #22 Freeman: Guerrilla Warfare
81% matchMixed65% of 12,409 reviews2019
Dev: KK Game Studio
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In the anarchic world of Freeman: Guerrilla Warfare, only the mightiest warlord rules. Start with a pistol and a few militias, you will set yourself on a wild and ambitious journey towards world domination. Enjoy the immersive combination of intense FPS and sandbox strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 23.2%, RTS 20%, War 18.6%, RPG 16.7%, Action 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: Applies the hybrid RTS/FPS formula to a modern military setting, focusing on leading troops while fighting on the ground.
- #23 Blade of Darkness
80% matchVery Positive90% of 2,502 reviews2021
Dev: Rebel Act StudiosPub: SNEG
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Blade of Darkness is a hardcore fantasy action-adventure with unique combat mechanics and role-playing elements that pioneered the “soulsborne” genre. Pick one of four characters to hack and slash through a gory quest to save the world from the forces of Chaos.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 23.7%, Dark Fantasy 19.9%, RPG 14.3%, Action RPG 14.1%, Third Person 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the visceral, difficult hack-and-slash combat found in the hero segments of the seed game.
- #24 Dwerve
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 551 reviews2022
Dev: Half Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
An epic action-adventure with tower defense combat! Dungeon crawl through a ruined kingdom, fending off hordes with turrets and traps! Punch them into pits! Pull them into spinblades! Zap and burn them!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15%, Hack and Slash 14.8%, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Real Time Tactics 13.1%, Action RPG 11%
Why You'll Like It: Blends tower defense and action-RPG elements with a focus on tactical placement and hero movement.
- #25 Legendary Knight
79% matchVery Positive95% of 75 reviews2020
Dev: Oki AkiPub: Oki Game Lab
Windows
The enemy is invading your lands, and only the Legendary Knight, the king himself, can rally his forces to stand against them. As both ruler and commander, you must lead your army, fortify defenses, and push back relentless waves of invaders to safeguard your kingdom.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 22.9%, Hack and Slash 22.1%, Medieval 11.7%, Action RPG 11.4%, RPG 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features hack-and-slash combat with tactical elements and army defense mechanics.
- #26 Citadels
82% matchVery Negative15% of 492 reviews2013
Dev: Games Distillery s.r.o.Pub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Legend Of King Arthur Reborn! A vast army has gathered in front of the castle gates and is preparing to attack King Arthur! How has it come to this? Witness important events in the history of the legendary king and accompany him and his army on the path to an uncertain future.
Why similar: RTS 30.8%, Medieval 18.2%, Strategy 14.6%, War 9.8%, Simulation 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features medieval RTS combat with a focus on hero units and siege mechanics.
- #27 Kingdom Under Fire: A War of Heroes (GOLD Edition)
78% matchVery Positive86% of 270 reviews2022
Dev: Bloom TechnologyPub: IncrediSoft
Windows
- World first to achieve a successful serverless online gaming feature by utilizing Locus Chain Blockchain technology - RPG game mode with multi-play capability - Unique RTS/RPG Hybrid
Why similar: RTS 44.8%, Strategy 21.9%, RPG 20.1%, Action 11.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #28 Alaloth: Champions of The Four Kingdoms
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,570 reviews2024
Dev: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A hardcore high fantasy isometric action RPG set in a huge sandbox world ruled by magic and monsters. Master deep skill-based combat, forge powerful builds, explore unforgiving lands and dungeons, face brutal boss fights, uncover ancient secrets, and save Plamen from its inevitable doom!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 31.3%, Action RPG 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Fantasy 12.4%, RPG 10.6%
- #29 Total War: WARHAMMER II
76% matchVery Positive93% of 121,341 reviews2017
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 41.3 hrsMean: 179.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The forces of Lustria await your command. Choose your Legendary Lord, expand your armies, forge alliances in a strategic turn-based campaign, and unleash the might of your monstrous forces in fast-paced real-time battles.
Why similar: RTS 30.1%, Strategy 17.1%, War 14.9%, Fantasy 11.6%, Real Time Tactics 10%
- #30 Sentry Knight Tactics
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 139 reviews2016
Dev: Tyler Myers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sentry Knight Tactics is a charming, cute action-strategy RPG adventure. Set in a land under siege by a transdimensional evil, you command your team of powerful heroes through various realms as you slaughter enemy hordes, complete quests, upgrade your gear and save the world.
Why similar: RPG 25.1%, Strategy 24.5%, Action RPG 16.2%, Action 12.6%, Fantasy 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines action-RPG elements with tactical unit placement and defense mechanics.
- #31 Total War: WARHAMMER
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 52,224 reviews2016
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 62.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Old World is yours to command. Lead Legendary Lords in a combination of turn-based campaign and magically charged, strategic real-time battles, and decide the fate of your chosen race in a fight against Chaos.
Why similar: RTS 20.1%, Real Time Tactics 16.9%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, Tactical RPG 12.4%, RPG 10.1%
- #32 Polygon Fantasy Battle Simulator
76% matchVery Positive89% of 73 reviews2023
Dev: Aerilon Studios
Windows
Welcome to Polygon Fantasy Battle Simulator, the most colorful medieval fantasy battle simulator in existence! Throw tens of thousands of soldiers into battle, enjoy the show, or take direct control of one of them to prove your valor!
Why similar: RTS 25.9%, Real Time Tactics 20.8%, War 10.5%, Strategy 10.2%, Simulation 8.5%
- #33 Knights of the Crusades
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 169 reviews2025
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Travel to the Holy Land with the First Crusades. Rise from a humble knight to the founding father of a world-spanning holy order. Lead through war, faith, diplomacy, and cunning schemes. Experience a unique blend of RTS, city-building, and sandbox gameplay, and shape history!
Why similar: RTS 33.8%, Real Time Tactics 16.9%, Medieval 14.9%, War 10.9%, Strategy 9.2%
- #34 Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 236 reviews2007
Dev: Pandemic StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Sequel to the critically acclaimed, squad-based/real-time tactical combat game, Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers delivers the most authentic and realistic infantry combat experience ever. As Squad Leader, coordinate the actions of multiple infantry squads, leading them through over 12 levels of intense action.
Why similar: Strategy 66.3%, Action 33.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical squad-based combat, positioning, and commanding units in real-time.
- #35 Love n War: Hero by Chance II
74% matchVery Positive82% of 560 reviews2023
Dev: Reborn Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Love n War: Hero by Chance II is a tactical RPG with exciting battles and hot girls. The fight against the Drogakan empire goes on with a more sophisticated storyline this time. Build your economy, recruit gorgeous heroic girls, upgrade units, and immerse in stimulating love tales.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 18.6%, War 15%, Nudity 13%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Medieval 12.5%
- #36 DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS
71% matchVery Positive93% of 29,109 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 29.9 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms
Why similar: Hack and Slash 36.2%, Action RPG 16.3%, RPG 11.2%, Strategy 10%, War 8.9%
- #37 Little Kingdom RTS
73% matchVery Positive87% of 68 reviews2025
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Andgo Games
Windows
Little Kingdom RTS is an indie real-time strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. Gather resources, build settlements, raise walls, and grow your small kingdom. Command an army of knights, archers, and mages to fight off rival kingdoms, orcs, and undead.
Why similar: RTS 28.3%, Real Time Tactics 21%, War 15%, Medieval 14.9%, Strategy 8.8%
- #38 Kingdom Wars
75% matchMixed67% of 2,798 reviews2013
Dev: Reverie World Studios
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Kingdom Wars is a free to play 3D MMORTS with real-time siege combat, without the pay to win element so common in the genre. Kingdom Wars offers beautiful 3D online world, where players construct strongholds, direct citizens, complete quests and eventually manage a global empire.
Why similar: RTS 36.2%, Strategy 18.3%, Medieval 14.9%, RPG 9%, War 7%
- #39 Battle Brothers
72% matchVery Positive88% of 27,494 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 19.2 hrsMean: 93.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.5%, War 17.7%, Medieval 16.2%, RPG 8.7%, Strategy 8.5%
- #40 The Dark Legions
74% matchVery Positive86% of 172 reviews2016
Dev: Marcell BaranyaiPub: Mascot Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
The Dark Legions is a 3d real-time strategy game in the medieval ages. You can command your army and build your empire through story driven missions. Or you can prove your strength against computer players, on randomly generated missions.
Why similar: RTS 43.8%, Medieval 28.5%, Strategy 19.7%, Indie 8%
- #41 Swords and Sandals Crusader Redux
73% matchMixed62% of 161 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 28.2%, Medieval 16.5%, War 15.7%, RPG 13.5%, Strategy 12.4%
- #42 Seven Kingdoms 2 HD
73% matchVery Positive81% of 400 reviews2015
Dev: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Get ready for an exciting real-time strategy game experience like no other with Seven Kingdoms 2! Say goodbye to the monotony of resource gathering and army building, its unique gameplay offers a thrilling blend of city management, trade, industry, espionage, diplomacy, and conquest!
Why similar: RTS 39.7%, Real Time Tactics 16.8%, Strategy 12.8%, Simulation 10%, Fantasy 9%
- #43 How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country
70% matchVery Positive91% of 270 reviews2023
Dev: tomadanPub: OTAKU Plan
Windows
How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country is a real time strategy simulation game where you manage resources to develop your country. The player is asked by elves, beastmen... Etc. various heroines ask you for help, and then you take command of their country's army.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 17.3%, Real Time Tactics 17.2%, Nudity 16.2%, Sexual Content 12.1%, Medieval 10.6%
- #44 Nordic Warriors
72% matchVery Positive84% of 67 reviews2020
Dev: Liron PeerPub: Mashmashu Studio
Windows
Enter the real time tactical nightmare of Nordic Warriors and use your handful of brave souls to stem an endless horde of undead horrors. You'll need to take advantage of the terrain and your Hero abilities to heal and lead your units as you blast, smash or slash your way through the unfolding apocalypse.
Why similar: RTS 30.9%, Real Time Tactics 26.6%, War 17%, Strategy 9%, Dark Fantasy 5.6%
- #45 Voor De Kroon
69% matchVery Positive88% of 609 reviews2022
Dev: Future Minimalism
Windows
Fight for control during the Friso-Hollandic Wars. Set in the medieval 13th century, the game features a strategy campaign and historical battles. Fight alongside your army in 3rd person battles and command your troops in this strategy-action game.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 30.1%, War 24.2%, Medieval 22.1%, Strategy 8%, Simulation 7.5%
- #46 Godsworn
67% matchVery Positive93% of 820 reviews2024
Dev: Thunderoak Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Godsworn is a classic mythological RTS. Experience an epic fantasy retelling of the Baltic Crusades, where pagan gods and their tribes clash against crusaders and armies of heaven. Choose a divine hero, rally worshippers alongside mythical creatures, and smite the unworthy!
Why similar: RTS 39.2%, Medieval 19.7%, RPG 14.8%, Story Rich 12.3%, Fantasy 10.9%
- #47 Veil of Crows
71% matchMixed51% of 479 reviews2018
Dev: Kerry FawdrayPub: Humble Sage Games
Windows
Veil of crows is a sandbox style real-time strategy game set in a chaotic medieval world. From violent, and overtly bloody battles, to completely destructible castles, RPG style hero development, and meaningful interactions with other factions. Trade, extort, and conquer!
Why similar: RTS 33.6%, Medieval 29%, Strategy 19.5%, RPG 16.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #48 Tempest Rising
65% matchVery Positive88% of 11,317 reviews2025
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Command distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources in Tempest Rising - a classic RTS set on Earth after a nuclear war.
Why similar: RTS 70.8%, Strategy 20.1%, War 6.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%, Action 1.3%
- #49 Kingdom Heroes 8
69% matchMixed54% of 14,674 reviews2021
Dev: USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd.
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The " Kingdom Heroes" series is a classic horizontal battle single-player game developed by Userjoy, which has been released seven generations since 1998. The latest sequel, " Kingdom Heroes 8", will feature a new look and exciting battles, interpreting the magnificent era of the Three Kingdoms.
Why similar: RTS 21.9%, Real Time Tactics 18%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, War 13.3%, Strategy RPG 13%
- #50 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,572 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.1 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: RTS 38.8%, Medieval 25.9%, Strategy 22%, Simulation 12%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #51 Weaves of Fate
70% matchMixed69% of 80 reviews2017
Dev: Tom Kingston
Windows
Weaves of Fate is a unique and epic blend of isometric role playing and tactical strategy. In the far future, a demonic invasion throughout all of time has been triggered as a result of humanity’s actions.
Why similar: Strategy 19.2%, RPG 19%, Tactical RPG 15.1%, Strategy RPG 12.6%, Action 10.3%
- #52 Fantasy General II
68% matchVery Positive81% of 1,944 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Strategy 31.7%, War 25.6%, Fantasy 22.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Singleplayer 5%
- #53 Krush Kill ‘N Destroy 2: Krossfire
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 417 reviews2020
Dev: Beam SoftwarePub: Ziggurat
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Krush Kill 'N Destroy 2: Krossfire is a fast and furious post-apocalyptic real-time strategy game where you have to be quick or be dead. Play as one of three unique factions in the struggle to seek out and conquer oil fields to fuel your army.
Why similar: Strategy 46.7%, RTS 44.6%, Action 8.7%
- #54 Epic Fantasy Battle Simulator
67% matchVery Positive84% of 454 reviews2021
Dev: Mutiny Software
Windows
Welcome to Epic Fantasy Battle Simulator, the most immersive medieval battle simulator to date! Throw tens of thousands of soldiers into battle, enjoy the show, or take control of one of them to prove your valor! The only limit is your imagination! Or maybe your CPU?
Why similar: RTS 27.1%, War 15.3%, Medieval 14.4%, Strategy 8.9%, Simulation 7.5%
- #55 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
66% matchVery Positive80% of 2,601 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Strategy RPG 20.3%, Medieval 15.3%, Strategy 11.1%, RPG 10.9%
- #56 Shields of Loyalty
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 172 reviews2025
Dev: Mosaic Mask StudioPub: indie.io
Windows
Experience tactically challenging turn-based strategy in the hostile island world of Mantaria. Command a dynamic army of various unit types and classes to slay a dark and possessed undead army. Train forces into powerful warriors and fight fervently until the snake's head is at your feet!
Why similar: Medieval 29.7%, Dark Fantasy 22.6%, Fantasy 19%, Strategy 18.5%, Indie 5.6%