- #1 Knights of Honor
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,429 reviews2009
Dev: Black Sea Studios LtdPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
As King, it is your duty to lead your people in their struggle to raise your kingdom from its humble beginnings to a position of power and prestige. War, diplomacy and a burgeoning economy are the means by which you increase your power and expand your influence.
Why similar: Strategy 51.4%, Medieval 30.6%, Classic 16.1% ★, Multiplayer 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep, real-time grand strategy experience with a strong focus on medieval kingdom management and army logistics.
- #2 Rising Lords
95% matchMostly Positive71% of 974 reviews2024
Dev: ArgonwoodPub: Deck13
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Rising Lords is a medieval turn-based strategy game with card and board game elements. Send your serfs to fight and die in your name... or let them prosper, and use them to your advantage!
Why similar: Strategy 31.8%, Medieval 31.7%, Turn-Based 30%, Multiplayer 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to classic medieval strategy games that emphasizes turn-based tactical combat and kingdom management.
- #3 Lords of the Realm
96% matchVery Positive82% of 130 reviews2015
Dev: Impressions GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 36%
The year is 1268 and the English throne lies empty. Fight for the right to be King in this classic blend of turn-based and real-time strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: The original predecessor provides the foundational mechanics and charm that established the series.
- #4 Stronghold HD (2012)
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,454 reviews2013
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The original castle sim, Stronghold HD allows you to design, build and destroy historical castles. Engage in medieval warfare against the AI in one of two single player campaigns or online with up to 8 players.
Why similar: Strategy 50.4%, Medieval 49.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on the castle-building and siege mechanics that made the original Lords of the Realm series so iconic.
- #5 Stronghold Crusader HD (2012)
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 21,122 reviews2013
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
Why similar: Strategy 50.8%, Medieval 49.2%
Why You'll Like It: It refines the castle-building and siege warfare mechanics with a desert setting and intense real-time combat scenarios.
- #6 Age of Wonders
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,053 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Welcome to Age of Wonders, the authentic turn based fantasy strategy classic that started the hit series. Age of Wonders’ intimate atmosphere with painterly graphics still shines today. The game’s fully patched up, start building your fantasy empire today!
Why similar: Strategy 35.5%, Classic 24.1% ★, Turn-Based 22.1%, RPG 15.8%, Multiplayer 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based strategy game that shares the deep tactical combat and kingdom-building roots of the genre.
- #7 Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne
92% matchVery Positive83% of 414 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Age of Wonders II is the wildly anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy phenomenon. Delivering an invigorating mix of Empire Building, Role-playing, and Warfare, Age of Wonders II brings s turn-based strategy to new heights.
Why similar: Strategy 43.7%, Turn-Based 24.7%, RPG 19.9%, Classic 11.7% ★
Why You'll Like It: It expands on the classic turn-based formula with improved visuals and deeper strategic layers.
- #8 Medieval: Total War™ - Collection
91% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,462 reviews2015
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
MEDIEVAL: Total War™ - Collection Edition is the compilation of the critically-acclaimed Medieval: Total War and its official expansion pack - Viking Invasion.
Why similar: Strategy 50%, Medieval 19.9%, Classic 19.5% ★, Turn-Based 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that focuses on historical medieval conquest through a mix of turn-based strategy and real-time battles.
- #9 Mount & Blade: Warband
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 172,245 reviews2010
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.6 hrsMean: 121.6 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 44.6%, Strategy 27%, RPG 21.6%, Multiplayer 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique blend of army management and real-time medieval combat that allows you to lead your troops directly on the battlefield.
- #10 Battle Brothers
89% matchVery Positive88% of 28,918 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 94.7 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: Turn-Based 46.3%, Strategy 33.6%, RPG 20.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game excels at the gritty management of a mercenary company in a medieval setting, featuring deep tactical turn-based combat.
- #11 Crusader Kings Complete
91% matchMixed58% of 256 reviews2012
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Europe is in turmoil. The lands are fragmented into petty fiefs and the Emperor struggles with the Pope. At this very moment the Pope has declared that those who go to liberate the Holy Land will be freed of all sins. Gather prestige and piety and the world will whisper your name in awe.
Why similar: Strategy 70.6%, Medieval 29.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides an unparalleled depth of medieval political and dynastic management, perfect for those who enjoy the kingdom-building aspect of the genre.
- #12 Knights and Merchants
89% matchVery Positive85% of 4,965 reviews2013
Dev: Topware Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
KNIGHTS and MERCHANTS recreates the era of the Middle Ages. Apart from the purely fictitious geography of our world, all game elements and scenes are based on the Anglo-Saxon period, 1200 A.D. And we haven't used imaginary elements like fabled creatures, either. The player takes on the role of an ordinary captain in the Palace Guard.
Why similar: Strategy 81.2%, Classic 9.7% ★, Medieval 8.2%, Multiplayer 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic real-time strategy game that focuses heavily on complex supply chains and medieval city building.
- #13 Age of Wonders Shadow Magic
88% matchVery Positive90% of 654 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Age of Wonders: Shadow Magic is the third entry in the award winning fantasy strategy series. This fan-favorite enhances the series' praised fusion of empire building, role-playing and tactical combat with the eerie Shadow World and battle with races never before seen, across new and diverse landscapes.
Why similar: Strategy 35.7%, Turn-Based 25.2%, Classic 18.1% ★, RPG 17.7%, Multiplayer 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a refined turn-based experience that remains a staple for fans of classic strategy games.
- #14 Master of Magic Classic
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 766 reviews2020
Dev: SimTexPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 42.4 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Master of Magic is a classic, one of the most popular strategy games of the 90s. It is a 4X fantasy strategy game that allows you to play as an extremely powerful wizard, leading your troops and overcoming your magical opponents.
Why similar: Strategy 55.5%, Classic 23.2% ★, Turn-Based 21.3%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary turn-based strategy game that provides deep kingdom management and magical research mechanics.
- #15 King Arthur - The Role-playing Wargame
87% matchMixed68% of 620 reviews2009
Dev: NeocoreGamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Welcome to the lost age of chivalry, where magic and myth is alive, and you are destined to be one of the living legends: Arthur, the son of Uther Pendragon, the Once and Future King of the prophecies. Fulfill your destiny and claim your rightful place on the throne of Britannia.
Why similar: Strategy 53.1%, RPG 25.4%, Turn-Based 21.4%
Why You'll Like It: It blends turn-based campaign management with real-time tactical battles, set against a backdrop of Arthurian legend.
- #16 Lords of Magic: Special Edition
86% matchVery Positive92% of 557 reviews2015
Dev: Impressions GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Urak, once peaceful, is now a land of darkness, chaos and death. The people yearn for a champion to drive away the forces of evil. That champion is you.
Why similar: Strategy 41.3%, RPG 23%, Classic 18.6% ★, Turn-Based 17.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title combines turn-based exploration with real-time tactical combat in a high-fantasy medieval setting.
- #17 King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame
86% matchMixed56% of 518 reviews2012
Dev: NeocoreGamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Experience the sequel to the Role-playing Real Time Strategy Hit!
Why similar: Strategy 63%, RPG 37%
Why You'll Like It: This sequel enhances the tactical and role-playing elements of the first game with more complex battle scenarios.
- #18 The Guild II
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 845 reviews2010
Dev: 4HEAD StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
The Guild 2 is the shining successor of the ultra successful medieval life sim, Europe 1400. The Guild 2 is a unique mixture of RPG and life simulation in an immersive middle ages scenario. The player and his party become part of history and can even change it in real-time. Go back to the dark middle ages and found a new dynasty!
Why similar: Strategy 51.5%, Medieval 31.1%, RPG 15.9%, Multiplayer 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a unique life-simulation approach to medieval management, focusing on trade, politics, and family legacy.
- #19 Fantasy Wars
84% matchVery Positive86% of 319 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Fantasy Wars is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Combining both classic strategy gameplay and sophisticated 3D graphics players can experience epic battles like never before. Taking place in a fantasy world of Human kingdoms, Orc clans, Dwarfs' citadels and Elven forests the player is thrust into a world of war and...
Why similar: Strategy 60.3%, Turn-Based 39.7%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a challenging turn-based tactical experience that rewards careful unit positioning and terrain usage.
- #20 Tzar: The Burden of the Crown
82% matchVery Positive90% of 568 reviews2019
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Tzar: The Burden of the Crown is an RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2000
Why similar: Strategy 54.7%, Classic 32.2% ★, Medieval 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic real-time strategy game that incorporates RPG elements and medieval unit management.
- #21 Disciples II: Rise of the Elves
82% matchVery Positive88% of 1,445 reviews2006
Dev: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
The award-winning series Disciples introduced a milestone in the game's very successful history; the introduction of a new race: The Elves. The Elven Race added a new dimension to the game and added countless hours of gameplay. Now that series has expanded further with Disciples II: Rise Of The Elves.
Why similar: Strategy 36.1%, Classic 31.9% ★, Turn-Based 26.3%, RPG 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based strategy game that features distinct factions and deep tactical combat mechanics.
- #22 Real Warfare 1242
83% matchMixed55% of 95 reviews2011
Dev: Unicorn Games StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Real Warfare: 1242, is a realistic real-time strategy game based on authentic historic events.
Why similar: Strategy 79.3%, Medieval 20.7%
Why You'll Like It: A historically focused real-time strategy game that emphasizes realistic medieval troop formations and combat.
- #23 Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries
81% matchVery Positive94% of 256 reviews2016
Dev: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Conquer the world and build your empire! Lead one civilization to glory through sophisticated trade, diplomacy, espionage and conquest.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique blend of diplomacy, trade, and real-time combat that challenges your strategic planning.
- #24 Grand Ages: Medieval
81% matchMixed48% of 1,977 reviews2015
Dev: Gaming Minds StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Rise from the humble role of a simple mayor governing a small settlement and rule over all of Europe.
Why similar: Strategy 58.8%, Medieval 35.4%, Multiplayer 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes the economic and trade-based aspects of medieval kingdom management on a massive scale.
- #25 Deadlock II: Shrine Wars
80% matchMostly Positive71% of 82 reviews2014
Dev: Cyberlore Studios, Inc.Pub: Atari
Windows
Build your empire upon the bodies of others! Deadlock II: Shrine wars is an exciting game of strategy, resource management and military conquest. Take control of one of seven races as you search for the secret power an ancient civilization.
Why similar: Strategy 47.4%, Classic 28.7% ★, Turn-Based 23.9%
Why You'll Like It: While sci-fi themed, its classic turn-based and real-time hybrid mechanics will feel very familiar to fans of the genre.
- #26 Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns
74% 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: Strategy 52.1%, RPG 31.6%, Medieval 16.3%
- #27 Ascension to the Throne
78% matchVery Positive90% of 688 reviews2014
Dev: DVSPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Ascension to the Throne is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements. In a vast fantasy world the hero will have to pass many tests on his way to victory. Enemies seek to stop players from regaining power and taking revenge. Gain new friends to aid you in reclaiming the throne.
Why similar: Strategy 39.4%, Turn-Based 34.7%, RPG 25.9%
Why You'll Like It: A hybrid RPG and strategy game that focuses on turn-based combat and kingdom-level decision making.
- #28 Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood
79% matchMixed67% of 1,673 reviews2011
Dev: SpellboundPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Roam the dense foliage of Sherwood, come face to face with royal trouble and battle against Prince John’s forces as you take on the role of legendary nobleman, Robin Hood.
Why similar: Strategy 50.4%, Classic 22.4% ★, Medieval 20%, RPG 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a tactical, isometric approach to medieval combat with a strong emphasis on stealth and unit-specific abilities.
- #29 Warhammer: Dark Omen (Classic)
73% matchVery Positive92% of 138 reviews2026
Dev: MindscapePub: SNEG
Windows
Enter the Warhammer Fantasy world in Warhammer: Dark Omen, a classic real-time strategy game known for its tactical battles, atmospheric campaign, and cult-classic status.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #30 Real Warfare 2: Northern Crusades
79% matchMixed48% of 137 reviews2011
Dev: Unicorn Games StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Real Warfare 2: Northern Crusades is the next installment in this series of realistic real-time strategy games covering various periods in the development of the present day civilization – from the Middle Ages to today.
Why similar: Strategy 80.8%, Medieval 19.2%
Why You'll Like It: It continues the historical focus of the series with improved mechanics for managing medieval armies in the field.
- #31 Dungeon Keeper Gold™
73% matchVery Positive93% of 615 reviews2024
Dev: Bullfrog ProductionsPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Build your dungeon & protect it with a labyrinth of dark corridors, a web of deadly traps, an arsenal of powerful spells, and an army of bloodthirsty demons
Why similar: Strategy 47.9%, RPG 28.8%, Classic 23.3% ★
- #32 Sengoku
78% matchMixed57% of 508 reviews2011
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Use your power as a Feudal Lord to unite the land of the Rising Sun under your iron fist.
Why similar: Strategy 66.2%, RPG 23.1%, Medieval 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses on the political and military struggles of feudal Japan, offering a similar depth to medieval European strategy games.
- #33 Lords of the Realm III
77% matchMixed58% of 52 reviews2015
Dev: Impressions GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
When it comes to medieval real-time strategy, Lords of the Realm III flies the flag high. Whether it's maneuvering troops on the battlefield, negotiating trade and alliances, or overseeing armies across the lands, RTS fans will find plenty here to enjoy.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #34 Langrisser I & II
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 959 reviews2020
Dev: Chara-ani CorporationPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II.
Why similar: Strategy 55.6%, RPG 33.8%, Turn-Based 10.6%
- #35 Warlords I + II
72% matchVery Positive96% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Warlords 1 + Warlords II Deluxe is a compilation of two great award-winning games. Both bring different worlds to conquer, mighty armies to conquer, and enemies to vanquish.
Why similar: Strategy 76%, Medieval 24%
- #36 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
70% matchVery Positive81% of 382 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: Strategy 40.7%, Medieval 37.2%, RPG 22.1%
- #37 Nethergate: Resurrection
76% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2012
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Spiderweb Software's classic adventure of treachery and battle in ancient times has returned! Travel back to ancient Britannia for a tale of cunning foes, vicious battles, and a race to rediscover the lost secrets of magic. Britannia is a land ravaged by war.
Why similar: RPG 34.5%, Strategy 33.7%, Turn-Based 31.8%
- #38 Disciples Sacred Lands Gold
74% matchVery Positive86% of 420 reviews2014
Dev: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 33.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Disciples GOLD takes the phenomenal gameplay, stunning graphics, over 100 spells and a powerful scenario editor of Disciples and adds new scenarios and gameplay features that set the new standard in Turn-Based Strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 44.5%, Turn-Based 38%, Classic 17.5% ★
- #39 XIII Century – Gold Edition
76% matchMixed56% of 195 reviews2009
Dev: Unicorn Games StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 31%
XIII Century Gold Edition combines the highly successful strategy game XIII Century: Death or Glory with the follow-up sequel, XIII Century: Blood of Europe.XIII Century: Death or Glory is an RTS game which immerses players in the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Strategy 81.3%, Medieval 18.7%
- #40 The Kings' Crusade
77% matchMixed40% of 177 reviews2010
Dev: NeoCoreGames
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 45%
The crowned heads of Europe launch a military campaign to conquer the Holy Land. The time has come to assemble your armies and take back the land!
Why similar: Strategy 71.2%, Medieval 28.8%
- #41 Stronghold: Definitive Edition
69% matchVery Positive87% of 10,396 reviews2023
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.
Why similar: Strategy 51.2%, Medieval 42.4%, Multiplayer 6.5%
- #42 Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition
66% matchVery Positive92% of 11,793 reviews2025
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 34.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.
Why similar: Strategy 58.1%, Medieval 41.9%
- #43 Reign: Conflict of Nations
75% matchMixed50% of 134 reviews2010
Dev: Lesta StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Reign: Conflict of Nations allows players to have a well thought-out and historically accurate system of building and assigning labor forces in cities, a large selection of scenario-based and random missions, an expansive and realistic technology tree, more than 150 types of military units and elaborated graphics and animations which brin
Why similar: Strategy 82.8%, Medieval 17.2%
- #44 Britannia
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 106 reviews2024
Dev: Avalon DigitalPub: PID Games
Windows · Mac
Relive over a thousand years of Great Britain's history in this epic game of conquest and domination. From Roman legions to the Norman Conquest led by William the Conqueror, explore the fate of numerous nations and fight to become king.
Why similar: Strategy 73%, Medieval 22.4%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #45 Warlords III: Darklords Rising
69% matchVery Positive92% of 103 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Conquer kingdoms, wield dark magic, and lead armies in Warlords III: Darklords Rising. Master strategy in this fantasy world of warfare.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #46 Elven Legacy
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 194 reviews2009
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
This sequel to Fantasy Wars continues its story after banishing the archdemon. The shadows of destruction begin to loom on the horizon once a human mage uncovers a dark and powerful secret dating back to the remote past of the Elven race.
Why similar: Strategy 65.1%, RPG 34.9%
- #47 Field of Glory II: Medieval
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 993 reviews2021
Dev: Byzantine GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Field of Glory II Medieval is a turn-based tactical game set in the High Middle Ages from 1040 AD to 1270 AD. Developed by legendary designer Richard Bodley Scott it brings the best from the tabletop world into the best digital framework.
Why similar: Strategy 52.1%, Medieval 42.5%, Multiplayer 5.3%
- #48 Eador. Imperium
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,266 reviews2017
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Hire heroes, build an army, prevail in battles and try to keep your empire intact in the face of grave danger. Eador. Imperium is a new chapter in Eador series, known for its unique blend of grand strategy, turn-based tactics and RPG elements.
Why similar: Strategy 56.9%, RPG 23%, Turn-Based 20.1%
- #49 Seven Kingdoms 2 HD
71% matchVery Positive81% of 408 reviews2015
Dev: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 7.0 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: Strategy 60.6%, Classic 28.8% ★, Multiplayer 10.6%
- #50 Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
62% matchVery Positive87% of 22,960 reviews2026
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.
Why similar: Turn-Based 37.9%, Strategy 33.4%, RPG 19.7%, Multiplayer 9.1%
- #51 Lords of Kingdoms
71% matchMixed43% of 89 reviews2018
Dev: ThankGame.com
Windows
Lords of Kingdoms is a multiplayer online war game. Turn your small castle into a mighty fortress and become ruler of the greatest realm.
Why similar: Strategy 85%, Medieval 10.7%, RPG 4.3%
- #52 Conquest of the New World
70% matchVery Positive91% of 123 reviews2017
Dev: Quicksilver SoftwarePub: Interplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Discover the uncharted during the Age of Exploration in this strategy game of exploration, combat and colony management.
Why similar: Strategy 39.5%, Turn-Based 29.4%, Classic 27% ★, Multiplayer 4%
- #53 Etherlords
72% matchMixed43% of 237 reviews2014
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Four races of wizards, adepts of four magical schools, collide in a brutal fight for world domination. Etherlords, an iconic strategy created by Nival, became a bestseller in the world and earned highest grades from critics.Etherlords is an exciting mix of turn-based strategy and fantasy trading card game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 33.3%, Strategy 31%, Classic 21.3% ★, RPG 14.4%
- #54 Master of Orion 2
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,760 reviews2016
Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Why similar: Strategy 40.1%, Turn-Based 34.7%, Classic 23% ★, Multiplayer 2.1%
- #55 Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 36,538 reviews2006
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.
Why similar: Strategy 42.2%, Medieval 28.8%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Classic 12% ★, Multiplayer 3.6%
- #56 Etherlords II
68% matchVery Positive83% of 500 reviews2014
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 41%
The saga continues! Etherlords II takes you back to the world of Ether and into a whole new realm of fantastic possibilities. Lead your hero on an unforgettable journey through lands filled with unsurpassed beauty and danger to unlock the ultimate mystery.
Why similar: Turn-Based 36.7%, Strategy 25%, RPG 22.9%, Classic 15.4% ★
- #57 Fantasy General II
66% matchVery Positive81% of 1,984 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.8 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 51.5%, Turn-Based 43%, Multiplayer 5.5%
- #58 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
64% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,737 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Strategy 60.5%, Medieval 35.1%, Multiplayer 4.4%
- #59 Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,156 reviews2014
Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%
The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you.
Why similar: Classic 59.9% ★, Strategy 40.1%