- #1 Legendary Hoplite
97% matchMixed64% of 383 reviews2024
Dev: TripleBricksGamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
A combination of Action RPG and Tower Defense: slay monsters, find weapons, upgrade your armies, defend your base… Prevent humanity from extinction at the hands of monsters from Greek mythology and ancient tribes. Don't let them cross the gate, commander!
Why similar: Tower Defense 19.8%, Real Time Tactics 19.4%, Hack and Slash 16%, Action RPG 12.6%, Tactical 9.6%
- #2 The Gate Must Stand
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 257 reviews2026
Dev: Senmu StudioPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Fend off brutal waves of demonic hordes in this epic fantasy tower defense survivors like! Hack and slash among the action or zoom to strategically control the battlefield. You are the city’s last line of defense, build your base, defend the gate!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 22.7%, Tower Defense 21.7%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Medieval 6.2%
- #3 Hyper Knights
96% matchVery Positive89% of 837 reviews2017
Dev: Endless Loop Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Slash and Dash, raise your army, learn powerful combos and take back your land!
Why similar: Hack and Slash 39.8%, Medieval 30%, Strategy 14.1%, Action 13.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #4 Ajax’s Trial
95% matchVery Positive82% of 328 reviews2023
Dev: TripleBricksGamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Legendary Hoplite: Ajax's Trial is the prologue version of Legendary Hoplite, a game that combines Tower Defense and Action RPG genres. In this game, you'll need to build fortifications, upgrade your army, and create your own unique strategy to fight off hordes of monsters across 7 levels.
Why similar: Tower Defense 22.4%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Real Time Tactics 17.2%, Action RPG 14.3%, Tactical 10.7%
- #5 Land of Glarefall
94% matchVery Positive87% of 232 reviews2026
Dev: BLAIKE GAMES
Windows
An action-adventure survival game where every night could be your last. Explore a vast, dangerous world where survival depends on smart resource management, tactical combat, and what you choose to do before night falls.
Why similar: Tower Defense 19.8%, Hack and Slash 17%, Real Time Tactics 13.9%, Action RPG 13.7%, Medieval 8.5%
- #6 Don't Lose Aggro
93% matchNo user reviews84% of 137 reviews2026
Dev: Oren Koren
Windows
Protect your team by forcing enemies to attack you in this single-player action roguelite inspired by MMO raids. Create unique builds, unlock powerful talents and master the art of tanking to command the chaos!
Why similar: Tower Defense 23.1%, Hack and Slash 18.9%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Action RPG 11.4%, Third Person 7.5%
- #7 Little Kingdom RTS
91% matchVery Positive87% of 82 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: Tower Defense 34%, Real Time Tactics 30.4%, Medieval 17.3%, Strategy 9.1%, Combat 3.9%
- #8 Robber Knight
92% matchMixed65% of 303 reviews2022
Dev: Sartorian
Windows
RPG/Strategy. Lead your army through intense battles, make decisions that influence the story, and conquer vast lands. Play solo or fight side by side with up to 4 friends.
Why similar: Action RPG 32.9%, Medieval 32.3%, Strategy 15.9%, RPG 15.8%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #9 Hold The Fort
91% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2019
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Dive into intense, fantasy, tower defense action! Using turrets, spells, and your cunning, you must defend your kingdom against an onslaught of enemies launching a surprise attack while the king is away.
Why similar: Tower Defense 38.9%, Strategy 19.1%, Tactical 13.5%, Medieval 12.7%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #10 Legendary Hoplite: Arachne’s Trial
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 268 reviews2024
Dev: TripleBricksGamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Legendary Hoplite: Arachne’s Trial is a combination of Tower Defense and Action RPG. Upgrade your army, get the best gear, and craft unique strategies across 10 levels. Face Arachne, and seamlessly transfer progress to the main game.
Why similar: Tower Defense 22%, Real Time Tactics 17.5%, Hack and Slash 17.2%, Action RPG 14.2%, Tactical 9.9%
- #11 The Last King
89% matchMostly Positive83% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: Mayawi software
Windows
Command a fearless Greek army against Persian invasion. Recruit, train, and promote your army. Build marching camp, resource gathering stations, trade outposts and REBUILD your razed city. Master ancient war tactics and strategies to defeat your enemies
Why similar: Medieval 25.3%, Survival 21.3%, Third Person 17.1%, RPG 14.1%, Strategy 12.2%
- #12 Call Of The Mighty Warriors
90% matchMixed60% of 355 reviews2019
Dev: Jaison Robson GusavaPub: SC Jogos
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Two kingdoms in battle against each other, the king Bennevert called for the legendary mighty mercenaries to defend strategic posts in dangerous lands in the battlefield. Are you prepared to be a mercenary?
Why similar: Tower Defense 33.7%, Real Time Tactics 27.1%, Tactical 13.6%, Fantasy 8.4%, Strategy 8.4%
- #13 Castle Of Alchemists
88% matchVery Positive81% of 774 reviews2025
Dev: Team Machiavelli
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Defend your castle in this fast-paced tower defense/action hybrid game with stunning pixel art graphics! Play as alchemically enhanced warrior Bellator, set traps, build towers, craft powerful weapons, and defend your home! The fate of the castle lies in your hands!
Why similar: Tower Defense 25.1%, Real Time Tactics 21.4%, Action RPG 15.5%, Tactical 11%, Combat 6.2%
- #14 Defend the Rook
87% matchMostly Positive76% of 244 reviews2021
Dev: One Up PlusPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A roguelike tactics board combat combined with tower defense elements. Defeat the invading hordes to stay alive and save the land! Enjoy more tactics than a normal TD game, combined with the added challenge of building towers and fighting off waves of enemies!
Why similar: Tower Defense 39.2%, Medieval 19.3%, Tactical 19.2%, RPG 10.7%, Strategy 9.8%
- #15 Kingdom Rush Origins - Tower Defense
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 8,099 reviews2018
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Command your elven army and defend mystical lands from sea serpents, evil sorcerers, and wave after wave of gnoll tribesman, all with the help of brand-spankin’ new towers, heroes, and spells to fend off every last baddie.
Why similar: Tower Defense 44.1%, Tactical 14.9%, Medieval 14.8%, Strategy 9%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #16 Cube Land Arena
86% matchMixed62% of 347 reviews2019
Dev: Jaison Robson GusavaPub: SC Jogos
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The kingdom of Cubia call for your help, come to this vast kingdom where you will face strong enemies and hard challenges, you are the chosen to defend the cristals of life and finally bring peace to reign of Cubia.
Why similar: Tower Defense 33%, Real Time Tactics 24%, Tactical 11.6%, Fantasy 8%, Strategy 8%
- #17 Hero Barrier
86% matchMixed63% of 76 reviews2017
Dev: The Rock StudioPub: Beijing New Era Network Technology Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
As a RPG type TD game,player will be playing as the DEAD Knight. Defending the kindom,even the whole world from the catastrophe brought by the Devil Lord-Zypheria Die with glory on the battlefield,or Survive to the end of the doom?It's all on you !
Why similar: Action 100%
- #18 Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns
83% matchMixed67% of 227 reviews2026
Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
The legendary medieval strategy adventure has returned – enhanced for a new generation of knights. Conquer provinces, raise armies, storm castles, and influence the balance of power through bold strategy and action moments.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 35.8%, RPG 23.1%, Strategy 20.7%, Medieval 14.6%, Tactical 5.8%
- #19 Lonely Knight
85% matchMixed59% of 116 reviews2022
Dev: The NRPub: NR Studio
Windows
Lonely Knight is a story that immerses you in an epic adventure in the medieval era. Avenge your wife as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast-paced combat, castle sieges, and more.
Why similar: Third Person 28.4%, Hack and Slash 24.4%, Medieval 24.3%, Action 11.2%, Combat 10.2%
- #20 Moonlight Chess
82% matchVery Positive84% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Andgo Games
Windows
Moonlight Chess is a turn-based tactical auto-battler where you must assemble your own army, defeat waves of enemies, and vanquish the evil ravaging the kingdom!
Why similar: Tower Defense 49.6%, Tactical 21.4%, Strategy 11.7%, Fantasy 9.5%, Combat 5.8%
- #21 Fortify
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 98 reviews2016
Dev: Holgersson Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Fortify is a real-time strategy game with a tower defense twist. Defend your castle from attacking monsters and siege weapons by using ranged and melee defenders, catapults, cannons, oil fields and more. You start at the iron age, advancing to the medieval age, and later, the imperial age.
Why similar: Strategy 67.6%, Action 32.4%
- #22 Kingdoms vs Zombies
81% matchVery Positive85% of 55 reviews2026
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Andgo Games
Windows
Kingdoms vs Zombies is a blend of strategy, tower defense, and roguelike gameplay, where you must defend your kingdom against endless hordes of the undead.
Why similar: Tower Defense 43.3%, Strategy 20.7%, Medieval 15.4%, Action 9.8%, Fantasy 8.1%
- #23 Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 175 reviews2023
Dev: Gambir StudioPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Step into the greaves of King Arthur in this fantasy action roguelite and wield the Broken Excalibur in a quest to rescue the scattered citizens of Camelot, vanquish the calamitous Void Giant, and escape from the Astral Dimension once and for all.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24%, Action Roguelike 22.9%, Action RPG 19.6%, Medieval 12.5%, RPG 9.2%
- #24 BURGGEIST
79% matchVery Positive97% of 273 reviews2024
Dev: GHRIAN STUDIO
Windows
With the walking fortress Burggeist at your command, fight back the enemies and build "the Tower."
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 36.7%, Medieval 17.2%, Strategy 15.4%, Action 8.5%, 3D 8.2%
- #25 Dwerve
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 552 reviews2022
Dev: Half Human Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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: Tower Defense 26.5%, Action RPG 15.3%, Real Time Tactics 14.7%, Hack and Slash 14.2%, Tactical 10.2%
- #26 Last Stand: Defense
80% matchVery Positive84% of 131 reviews2025
Dev: ZiiTech Games
Windows · Mac
"Last Stand:Defense" is a tower defense-themed Rogue-like game. Players need to defend against waves of enemies by building bases, matching talents, and performing delicate operations during battles. Remember, every choice you make will affect the final outcome of the battle!
Why similar: Tower Defense 39.6%, Medieval 11%, Strategy 10.8%, Fantasy 9%, Tactical 7.9%
- #27 Bad North: Jotunn Edition
78% matchVery Positive93% of 14,358 reviews2018
Dev: Plausible ConceptPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Bad North is a charming but brutal real-time tactics roguelite. Defend your idyllic island kingdom against a horde of Viking invaders, as you lead the desperate exodus of your people. Command your loyal subjects to take full tactical advantage of the unique shape of each island.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 27%, Tower Defense 25.5%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Tactical 9.7%, Survival 9.4%
- #28 Legacy of Defense
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 570 reviews2026
Dev: Enter the Game Studios
Windows
Become the hero who protects the fantasy world and stop the monster invasion! 'Legacy of Defense' combines defense with deck-building. Build your deck, use powerful skills, gain experience, upgrade, clear stages, and defeat the final boss. Ready to test your strategy and luck?
Why similar: Tower Defense 48.4%, Hack and Slash 21.4%, Strategy 10.8%, Medieval 9.8%, Fantasy 8.1%
- #29 Border Pioneer
77% matchVery Positive87% of 1,928 reviews2025
Dev: Yahzj GamesPub: Yogscast Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
As the kingdom's most promising pioneer, embark on a legendary journey to tame the frontier! Build thriving towns across various landscapes, fending off waves of diverse enemies until you establish a firm foothold and have explored everything the eye can see!
Why similar: Tower Defense 44.1%, Medieval 20.5%, Strategy 10.9%, Combat 9.4%, Fantasy 8.8%
- #30 Thronefall
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 23,759 reviews2024
Dev: GrizzlyGamesPub: Mythwright
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A minimalist game about building and defending your little kingdom.
Why similar: Tower Defense 46%, Medieval 18.4%, Strategy 11%, Hack and Slash 6.2%, Fantasy 4.8%
- #31 Kingdom Rush - Tower Defense
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 17,818 reviews2014
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Get ready for an epic journey to defend your kingdom against hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends using a vast arsenal of towers and spells at your command!Fight on forests, mountains and wastelands, customizing your defensive strategy with different tower upgrades and specializations!
Why similar: Tower Defense 54.8%, Tactical 12.1%, Medieval 11.5%, Strategy 8.9%, Fantasy 6.1%
- #32 Kingdom Defense
79% matchMixed43% of 126 reviews2017
Dev: Mikhail MelnikovPub: SA Industry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
In Kingdom Defense you have to be in the role of the commander of the defense of the kingdom. You will have to keep defense using three towers, soldiers, traps and a variety of improvements for them. For a successful level you need to hold out under the pressure of hostile troops, not allowing him to get to the territory of the kingdom.
Why similar: Tower Defense 68.7%, Strategy 31.3%
- #33 The Monarch
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 106 reviews2024
Dev: Citadel Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Will you be the savior to purify this land? The Monarch is a lane-defense game where you control a monarch, expand your kingdom, and defend against evil by strategically managing gold resources, recruiting diverse units, and exploring a world filled with mythical threats.
Why similar: Tower Defense 31.5%, Real Time Tactics 27.1%, Medieval 13.7%, Survival 12.4%, Third Person 9.4%
- #34 Trench Lord: Eastern Front
73% matchVery Positive83% of 838 reviews2026
Dev: Tracer StudioPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
The enemy has invaded the territory, the motherland needs you, soldier! Gather your troops and defeat all enemies!
Why similar: Military 35.6%, Real Time Tactics 35.5%, Strategy 12.9%, Combat 7.8%, Action 5.6%
- #35 Sentry Knight Tactics
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 140 reviews2016
Dev: Tyler Myers
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.1 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: Action RPG 24%, RPG 23.2%, Strategy 20.9%, Tactical 10.8%, Action 10.1%
- #36 Legends of Ellaria
76% matchMixed57% of 827 reviews2021
Dev: Larkon Studio
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 3.6 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 33%, Strategy 28.9%, Action 14%, Medieval 8.8%, Third Person 8.5%
- #37 Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders
74% matchVery Positive92% of 1,093 reviews2020
Dev: Blueside
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 56%
The cult heavy metal fantasy action-strategy gem comes to PC in HD. Lead your armies from the front lines, giving strategic orders to your forces while wading into hack n’ slash action battle. Crush your foes across four campaigns, and spend the spoils of war on upgrading your forces.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 22.7%, Hack and Slash 22.2%, Medieval 11.6%, Action RPG 11.5%, RPG 7.6%
- #38 Stick Infinite Kingdom
74% matchMixed67% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Arckon Arts
Windows
Master strategic gameplay as you build, train, and upgrade units to protect your base. With an immersive storyline, stunning visuals, and easy controls, it's an epic battle for survival!
Why similar: Tower Defense 37.7%, Third Person 13.5%, Medieval 10.6%, Strategy 10.3%, Tactical 8.6%
- #39 Three Kingdom: The Journey
73% matchVery Positive81% of 249 reviews2023
Dev: Senmu StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Craft a legendary deck and lead your troops to protect the Kingdom for the glory of the Han Dynasty in this fast-paced deck-building strategy roguelike. The Kingdom is on the verge of disaster against the Yellow Turbans rebellion, and only you – and your skills as a general – stand in their way!
Why similar: Strategy 91%, Singleplayer 9%
- #40 Abyss Horde
70% matchVery Positive85% of 96 reviews2026
Dev: Solo Gaming
Windows
Darkness tears reality apart. Hordes of beasts, monsters, and abyssal demons surge from the depths mindless, driven only by destruction. Adventurer, the line needs you! In 《Abyss Horde》, defend against ever-stronger waves. Every run builds a new defense; every upgrade shifts the tide.
Why similar: Tower Defense 48.6%, Medieval 14.2%, Strategy 9.8%, RPG 9.3%, Fantasy 9%
- #41 Medieval Defenders
76% matchMostly Negative36% of 256 reviews2016
Dev: CreobitPub: 8Floor
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Defend your ancestral castle – show the invader who the master is! Build towers, save money, train your spells, and your enemy will be vanquished.
Why similar: Tower Defense 40.8%, Medieval 21.8%, Strategy 11.8%, RPG 11.1%, Fantasy 6.7%
- #42 Cubes and Knights
72% matchVery Positive93% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: Sergey Bobrov
Windows
You are strong and huge, you have a heavy sword in your hands, and somewhere deep an ancient evil is hidden. The King himself sent you on a difficult campaign: to find the immortal enemy of all people. Find ancient artifacts and work your way through the labyrinths with steel and magic.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 35.4%, Action Roguelike 25%, Medieval 20.8%, Fantasy 8.4%, 3D 5.2%
- #43 Ultimate Protector
71% matchVery Positive89% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: Dongguan Liuli Game Technology Co.,Ltd
Windows
Tired of moving around without purposes? Come and protect the goddess with multiple combination of skills and elements. Discover and upgrade your weapon to super, even hyper! Play this game with a joy from both tower defense and rogue!
Why similar: Tower Defense 29.2%, Action Roguelike 22%, Hack and Slash 10.3%, Medieval 9.9%, Tactical 8.8%
- #44 Nordhold
68% matchVery Positive87% of 3,393 reviews2025
Dev: StunForgePub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enemies are coming! Every decision matters: build your city, grow the economy, and prepare for enemy waves. Strengthen your defenses, adapt your strategy, and unleash your hero’s full potential. This unique Tower Defense will test your skills – are you worthy to claim a place at Valhalla?
Why similar: Tower Defense 49.8%, Medieval 14.3%, Tactical 13.8%, Strategy 13%, RPG 7.5%
- #45 Stoneguard
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: Thorn Spire GamesPub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
To protect the magical Lifestone, you must strategise, manage and build a fortified settlement. Lead your fellow survivors into battle against waves of nocturnal monsters who wish to take this precious Lifestone from your world.
Why similar: Survival 26.2%, Medieval 25.7%, Strategy 15.7%, Combat 12.9%, Third Person 12.3%
- #46 The Monarch: First Light
71% matchMixed66% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: Citadel Games
Windows
Will you be the savior to purify this land? The Monarch is a lane-defense game where you control a monarch, expand your kingdom, and defend against evil by strategically managing gold resources, recruiting diverse units, and exploring a world filled with mythical threats.
Why similar: Tower Defense 33.3%, Real Time Tactics 27.2%, Medieval 13.1%, Survival 13%, Third Person 8%
- #47 Gods Against Machines
70% matchVery Positive80% of 112 reviews2024
Dev: Silver Eye Studios
Windows
Your world is under attack by a ruthless race of machines, and you are its only hope. Cast epic spells, summon minions or buildings, and destroy the enemy before they conquer your home in this action roguelite strategy game!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 47.6%, Survival 24.4%, Strategy 12.9%, 3D 9.5%, Action 4.5%
- #48 Knightica
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,204 reviews2025
Dev: Mad Mango GamesPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Recruit powerful units, place them strategically and find the best synergies in this Roguelike Autobattler! Knightica lets you guide a warband through many challenges to free the Kingdoms. Discover optimal combinations, weave powerful enchants, face dangerous monsters and lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Tower Defense 47%, Tactical 19.4%, Fantasy 10.8%, Strategy 10.6%, Combat 10.2%
- #49 Heldric - The legend of the shoemaker
73% matchMixed67% of 60 reviews2014
Dev: Astral Byte Ltd.
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Heldric is a unique blend of hack-n-slash and tower defense rolled into one. Build and upgrade structures to defend against waves of monsters intent on killing everyone. Fight goblins, orcs, spiders, trolls and more. Do you have what it takes to survive?
Why similar: Tower Defense 47.9%, Hack and Slash 26.4%, Medieval 12.7%, Action 6.8%, Fantasy 6.2%
- #50 Lords and Legions
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: Warborne Studios
Windows
Get ready to battle, make your mark, and create epic battles. Lead your Hero starting with small battles and grow into epic-scale armies and high fantasy wars. Unlock heroes, abilities, and 80+ units in a campaign or build castles, shape battlefields, and create endless wars in Battle Creator.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 24.6%, Third Person 15.2%, Combat 12.5%, Tactical 11.9%, Fantasy 10.7%
- #51 Legacy of Sin: The Father Sacrifice
71% matchMixed62% of 81 reviews2021
Dev: Absolute Power Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Welcome to the original Legacy of Sin game! The Father's Sacrifice is a route defense combined with an epic fantasy storyline straight out of a 90s TV serial. Face an orcish army in a fantasy take on early modern warfare! Deploy your men, hold the line, and defend the kingdom!
Why similar: Tower Defense 28.5%, Real Time Tactics 22%, Tactical 12.3%, Survival 12.1%, Medieval 9.2%
- #52 Toy Shire
66% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2024
Dev: Bluespy StudiosPub: Catoptric Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Are you prepared for a thrilling toy army tower defense adventure? Welcome to the Toy Shire! Battle diverse foes in various locations, defend your family, and repel foes from your area. Save the world by strengthening your defense with toy towers!
Why similar: Tower Defense 27%, Real Time Tactics 25.9%, Military 18.3%, Tactical 12.5%, Strategy 6.9%
- #53 Warlords Under Siege
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 482 reviews2025
Dev: RedKar Devs
Windows
Warlords Under Siege is a mix of RTS and Roguelike genre, where you build a small city and defend it against continuous waves of enemies. Improve your assortment of weapons with each playthrough, unlocking new possibilities to beat the ever-increasing threat.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.6%, Medieval 23.9%, Survival 17.5%, Strategy 8.6%, Fantasy 6.8%
- #54 Kingdom Ascension
66% matchVery Positive84% of 229 reviews2025
Dev: RainRingStudio
Windows
Step into the role of a lord, starting from scratch to build your kingdom. Gather resources, construct buildings, recruit troops, explore, and embark on adventures to continuously expand your territory and defend your homeland.
Why similar: Medieval 26.8%, Survival 24.2%, Tactical 20.1%, Strategy 18.3%, 3D 8.2%
- #55 The King is Watching
63% matchVery Positive89% of 10,637 reviews2025
Dev: HypnoheadPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The King is Watching is a roguelite kingdom builder. Rule by the power of your royal gaze! Decide between producing resources, training armies, or balancing both, while adapting to unique events every run
Why similar: Tower Defense 30%, Real Time Tactics 22.1%, Medieval 13.9%, Tactical 13.4%, Fantasy 7.6%
- #56 Castle Constructor
67% matchVery Positive81% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: Sisyphean Games
Windows
Build and defend using a modular system of castle blocks. Fend off enemies who will climb over and break through your defenses. Collect new blocks and research techs to improve their strengths. From lowly soldiers to powerful siege weapons; defeat them all as you strive to protect your kingdom.
Why similar: Tower Defense 51.6%, Medieval 26.6%, Strategy 12.1%, 3D 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #57 Age of Darkness: Final Stand
64% matchMostly Positive74% of 10,665 reviews2025
Dev: PlaySide
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Age of Darkness: Final Stand is a dark fantasy survival RTS where you must illuminate, build and defend humanity’s last bastion against hordes of Nightmares. Set in the remnants of a kingdom consumed by a deadly fog, you decide. Will you hide in the light? Or take back your world.
Why similar: Tower Defense 31.3%, Medieval 15.4%, Tactical 14.6%, Survival 11%, Strategy 7.9%
- #58 Countless Army
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 99 reviews2024
Dev: Dos Estrellas
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become the villain and raise an army of undead in this real-time reverse tower defense strategy game. Send waves of monsters to battle and aid them with your evil magic until they break your enemies’ defenses. It’s time for you to rule over the continent with an iron fist as its Dark Lord!
Why similar: Tower Defense 35.9%, Tactical 17.8%, Medieval 15.3%, Strategy 9.7%, Fantasy 8.4%