- #1 War for the Overworld
96% matchVery Positive86% of 8,005 reviews2015
Dev: Brightrock GamesPub: Mythwright
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
War for the Overworld is an unholy union of Dungeon Management and Strategy that rewards all those villainous thoughts you’ve been having. Craft your own perilous dungeon and defend it against pesky heroes who keep exploring it and taking your stuff.
Why similar: Base Building 21.3%, Simulation 18%, RTS 17.3%, Strategy 15.5%, City Builder 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon management game that captures the dark humor and indirect control style of the genre.
- #2 Noble Fates
96% matchVery Positive83% of 1,455 reviews2021
Dev: Xobermon, LLC
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Harness your Demigod powers to lead a group from rags to riches in this 3D Fantasy Kingdom Management Sim with RPG elements. Command from the sky or take control in 3rd Person to BUILD, BATTLE, and RULE. Navigate a world of interesting Nobles, earn their respect, and decide their Fates.
Why similar: Strategy 25.4%, Base Building 21.8%, City Builder 17.6%, Fantasy 14.4%, Simulation 14.2%
Why You'll Like It: A direct successor in spirit that features autonomous heroes with their own personalities and needs that you must influence.
- #3 Evil Genius 2: World Domination
95% matchMixed69% of 13,065 reviews2021
Dev: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A satirical spy-fi lair builder where YOU are the criminal mastermind! Construct your base, train your minions, defend your operations from the Forces of Justice, and achieve global domination!
Why similar: Strategy 38.3%, Base Building 27.9%, Simulation 20.3%, Management 6.2%, RTS 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a base and minions who act autonomously based on their needs and your overarching goals.
- #4 Dungeons 3
94% matchVery Positive94% of 18,617 reviews2017
Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
At last, the Dungeon Lord has successfully united the forces of evil and established his dark empire. Time for the next step in his most diabolical quest: expansion!
Why similar: Strategy 28.4%, RTS 26%, Base Building 20.4%, Simulation 16.8%, Management 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines dungeon management with real-time strategy combat, offering a polished experience similar to the Majesty series.
- #5 Kingdom Two Crowns
94% 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: Strategy 24.9%, Base Building 20.6%, City Builder 18.6%, Simulation 16.8%, Fantasy 16.2%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling strategy game where you manage a kingdom through indirect influence and resource allocation.
- #6 Foundation
92% matchVery Positive86% of 23,481 reviews2025
Dev: Polymorph Games
Windows
Median: 11.0 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Foundation is a grid-less, laidback medieval city-building game with a focus on organic development, monument construction and resource management.
Why similar: City Builder 26.9%, Strategy 25.6%, Simulation 19.6%, RTS 11.3%, Base Building 10%
Why You'll Like It: An organic city-builder where villagers have their own needs and paths, creating a living, breathing fantasy settlement.
- #7 Songs of Syx
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,777 reviews2020
Dev: Gamatron AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Songs of Syx is a fantasy city-builder with vast battles simulating thousands of citizens and soldiers. Start off as a small village and build, scheme, and fight your way towards a mighty empire. The mechanics are deep and true to life, where tiny events can spiral into the collapse of kingdoms.
Why similar: Strategy 26.3%, Base Building 20.5%, City Builder 18.5%, Simulation 17%, Fantasy 14.8%
Why You'll Like It: A massive-scale colony simulator where your citizens act autonomously, requiring you to manage their needs and societal structure.
- #8 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
91% 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: Strategy 46%, RTS 26.9%, Simulation 22.7%, City Builder 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that blends real-time kingdom management with tactical combat in a medieval setting.
- #9 Fabledom
91% matchVery Positive85% of 7,347 reviews2024
Dev: Grenaa GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Set in a wholesome fairytale world, Fabledom is a laid-back City builder. Enjoy the growth of your settlement, interact with your neighbors and defend your kingdom from magical creatures. All to find true love and live happily ever after!
Why similar: Strategy 21.6%, City Builder 19.9%, Base Building 18.3%, Simulation 18.2%, Fantasy 16%
Why You'll Like It: A charming fantasy city-builder that emphasizes management and the growth of your kingdom through indirect influence.
- #10 Dungeon Keeper™ 2
90% matchVery Positive93% of 1,194 reviews2024
Dev: Bullfrog ProductionsPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Bad guys have all the fun. Discover your dark side as you build an evil underground kingdom and defend it against the forces of good.
Why similar: Strategy 69%, RTS 16.5%, Base Building 9.4%, Singleplayer 5%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic that inspired the dungeon management sub-genre with its hands-off approach to minion control.
- #11 Against the Storm
89% matchVery Positive95% of 35,504 reviews2023
Dev: Eremite GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Why similar: Strategy 28.3%, Base Building 22.9%, Simulation 20.2%, City Builder 17.9%, Management 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A unique fantasy city-builder with roguelite elements that focuses on efficient management and resource logistics.
- #12 RimWorld
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 236,346 reviews2018
Dev: Ludeon Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 59.1 hrsMean: 259.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Generates stories by simulating psychology, ecology, gunplay, melee combat, climate, biomes, diplomacy, interpersonal relationships, art, medicine, trade, and more.
Why similar: Base Building 31.3%, Strategy 26.7%, Simulation 18.8%, City Builder 12.7%, Management 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A deep colony simulator where the autonomous personalities of your pawns drive the narrative and gameplay.
- #13 Dwarf Fortress
87% matchVery Positive95% of 30,806 reviews2022
Dev: Bay 12 GamesPub: Kitfox Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Keep your dwarves happy, grow their community and beware of digging too deeply. The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created.
Why similar: Strategy 27.3%, Base Building 22.8%, Simulation 19.8%, City Builder 17.5%, Management 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: The ultimate complex colony simulator where autonomous dwarves create emergent stories through their own complex AI.
- #14 Hearthlands
89% matchVery Positive82% of 414 reviews2017
Dev: Four White Cats
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Hearthlands is a medieval/fantasy city-building real time strategy game in which you take a role of a king in a procedurally generated world. You can not control your subjects directly; instead you focus on city-building, resource management, diplomacy, magic, etc.
Why similar: Strategy 25.4%, RTS 20.3%, City Builder 17.6%, Simulation 17.5%, Fantasy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy city-builder that focuses on management and the growth of your kingdom without direct unit control.
- #15 Going Medieval
84% matchVery Positive89% of 20,287 reviews2026
Dev: Foxy VoxelPub: Mythwright
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 30.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Build and manage your own castle settlement in a land reclaimed by wilderness. With detailed management, survival strategy, and a moddable sandbox world, Going Medieval challenges you to build the mightiest colony this side of the apocalypse.
Why similar: Strategy 28.2%, Base Building 23.7%, Simulation 19.1%, City Builder 17.9%, Management 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A colony simulator set in a medieval fantasy world where settlers manage their own daily tasks and survival needs.
- #16 Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,633 reviews2025
Dev: Rockbee TeamPub: Polden Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lessaria is an RTS inspired by Majesty 👑 where you guide heroes with indirect control. Play through the campaign or relax in sandbox mode as you build your magical kingdom.
Why similar: RTS 25%, Strategy 23.2%, Simulation 15.7%, City Builder 14.1%, Fantasy 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated fantasy kingdom management game that focuses on the simulation of your realm's growth.
- #17 Gnomoria
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,532 reviews2016
Dev: Robotronic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Gnomoria is a sandbox village management game where you help lead a small group of gnomes, who have set out on their own, to thrive into a bustling kingdom! Anything you see can be broken down and rebuilt elsewhere.
Why similar: Strategy 33%, Simulation 22.5%, City Builder 22.3%, RTS 6.9%, Fantasy 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox colony simulator where you manage a group of gnomes as they build and defend their kingdom.
- #18 Grand Ages: Rome
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 806 reviews2009
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 53%
As Governor of a Roman Province in the time-honoured Roman Empire, its fortune very much lies in your hands. Choose one of five Roman noble families such as Caesar’s Julii with different abilities to accomplish the comprehensive missions.
Why similar: Strategy 46.6%, Simulation 22%, City Builder 22%, RTS 8.5%, Singleplayer 1%
Why You'll Like It: A city-builder that focuses on economic management and expansion within a historical fantasy-adjacent setting.
- #19 Impire
86% matchMixed46% of 451 reviews2013
Dev: Cyanide MontrealPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Deep in the underworld of Ardania, a threat of the most evil nature grows and multiplies with an appetite for destruction that is unsurpassed. Summoned from the depths of the Bottomless Pit, the (once) mighty Báal-Abaddon has been torn from his throne of skulls and imprisoned in an earthly body of less-than-imposing stature (he's an Imp,...
Why similar: Strategy 85.5%, Fantasy 14.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon management game where you control a creature that must build its lair and defend against heroes.
- #20 Rise to Ruins
83% matchVery Positive88% of 7,737 reviews2019
Dev: Raymond DoerrPub: SixtyGig Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A brutal godlike village sim that melds the god game, management, and tower defense genres! Fight off hoards of monsters at night, and expand your village in the day time. Inspired by games like Black and White, Rimworld, and Dwarf Fortress but not quite like any of them.
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, City Builder 25.2%, Base Building 22.3%, Simulation 17.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: Blends god-game mechanics with village management, requiring you to guide your people through harsh environments.
- #21 Knights and Merchants
82% matchVery Positive85% of 4,913 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 80.4%, RTS 8.1%, City Builder 5%, Simulation 4.6%, Difficult 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that emphasizes complex supply chains and indirect management of your population's needs.
- #22 The Guild 3
81% matchMixed61% of 7,840 reviews2022
Dev: Purple LampPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The Guild 3 is a fascinating trade and life simulation that takes place during the late Middle Ages. Step into the shoes of a citizen, acquire businesses and mansions, produce goods and trade them, start intrigues in politics and society, love, hate, bribe, fight and live through good and bad times!
Why similar: Strategy 47.2%, Simulation 38.1%, RTS 7.5%, Management 4.5%, Singleplayer 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A life and economic simulation game where you manage a dynasty and influence the politics of a medieval city.
- #23 SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,326 reviews2009
Dev: PhenomicPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition presents the award-winning SpellForce saga hits: "SpellForce 2 – Shadow Wars" and the add-on "SpellForce 2 – Dragon Storm" for a spectacular game experience!
Why similar: Strategy 46.9%, RTS 31.3%, Fantasy 14.5%, Base Building 5.3%, Singleplayer 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines RPG hero progression with RTS base-building in a high-fantasy setting.
- #24 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
78% matchVery Positive84% of 7,361 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A unique hybrid between turn-based tactical games and traditional, character-centric RPGs. Knight's Tale is a modern retelling of a classic Arthurian mythology story filtered through the dark fantasy tropes, a twist on the traditional tales of chivalry.
Why similar: Strategy 53.9%, Base Building 39.7%, Singleplayer 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that includes kingdom management elements and hero-focused decision making.
- #25 Warrior Kings
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Restoring the power of a kingdom to its former glory using innate cunning, military might and a fearsome will to win.
Why similar: Strategy 68.4%, RTS 31.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RTS that offers unique unit management and strategic depth for kingdom development.
- #26 SpellForce 3 Reforced
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,810 reviews2017
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Why similar: RTS 37.4%, Strategy 36.6%, Fantasy 18.5%, Base Building 4.7%, Singleplayer 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: Blends RTS base-building with RPG hero management, offering a similar fantasy tactical feel.
- #27 Kohan II: Kings of War
80% matchVery Positive94% of 279 reviews2011
Dev: TimeGate Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Even as the world erupts in civil war, an ancient evil gives out a call, and the Shadow-touched begin to gather.
Why similar: Strategy 49.8%, RTS 37.9%, Fantasy 12.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RTS that utilizes a unique company-based unit management system that feels distinct from standard RTS games.
- #28 Forged Battalion
79% matchMixed58% of 1,108 reviews2018
Dev: Petroglyph
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Customize your unique faction in a new take on real-time strategy as you fight in a variety of skirmish, solo, and multiplayer battles. You are not only a commander, but also an engineer – so you have ultimate control over your faction’s units, factories, superweapons and economy.
Why similar: RTS 41.9%, Strategy 37.2%, Simulation 19.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: An RTS that allows for deep unit customization, providing a different but satisfying strategic management experience.
- #29 Majesty 2 Collection
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,531 reviews2011
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the Kingdom. Your rule is not absolute, however, as you face subjects that are independent and stubborn. They will need a great deal of persuasion before they carry out your wishes...
Why similar: Strategy 40.3%, RTS 28.1%, Fantasy 13%, Base Building 10.4%, Simulation 7%
- #30 Majesty Gold HD
77% matchVery Positive92% of 586 reviews2009
Dev: CyberlorePub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 34%
The High Definition edition of Majesty Gold contains main game, the Northern Expansion Pack as well as 2 new quests and several other graphics and gameplay updates.Majesty is a Real-time strategy game with indirect control – your heroes have a will of their own!
Why similar: Strategy 39.6%, Simulation 23.9%, RTS 11.4%, Base Building 10.4%, Fantasy 9.8%
- #31 Knights of Honor
77% matchVery Positive93% of 2,365 reviews2009
Dev: Black Sea Studios LtdPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 68%, RTS 30.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #32 Evil Genius
76% matchVery Positive93% of 3,574 reviews2009
Dev: Elixir StudiosPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Everybody wants to rule the world! Achieve global power with EVIL GENIUS, the one and only complete world domination simulator. All the everyday tasks of the deliciously wicked mastermind are available to experience and master from building your ultra-secret base to developing spectacular super-weapons to carry out your nefarious master...
Why similar: Strategy 37.7%, Base Building 31.6%, RTS 12.6%, Simulation 11.9%, Management 3.7%
- #33 Crownbound - Fantasy Kingdom Sim
74% matchMixed50% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Bart Mamzer
Windows
You’re the ruler, but your heroes have minds of their own. Recruit heroes, set rewards, build a thriving kingdom and hope your warriors don’t run off chasing squirrels instead of fighting monsters.
Why similar: RTS 24.4%, Strategy 23.8%, Simulation 16.7%, Fantasy 14.8%, City Builder 14.6%
- #34 Stronghold 2: Steam Edition
75% matchVery Positive89% of 5,569 reviews2017
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Tax, torture or treat your peasants! Rehabilitate criminals or sentence them to death? Decide as you enjoy jousting over a lavish banquet, all while under siege from the warmongering Lord Barclay.
Why similar: RTS 24.9%, Strategy 23.1%, Base Building 19.1%, City Builder 18%, Simulation 8.4%
- #35 The Guild II Renaissance
74% matchVery Positive83% of 3,996 reviews2010
Dev: Runeforge Game StudioPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
For centuries Europe has been dominated by the church and nobility. On the shoulders of ordinary people the servants of god and the noble families justified their power and wealth. This was the incontrovertible, divine world order. A truly dark era… In the 14th Century the world order is beginning to transform itself.
Why similar: Strategy 45.5%, Simulation 33.4%, City Builder 13.6%, Management 5.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #36 Norland
70% matchVery Positive82% of 9,662 reviews2024
Dev: Long JauntPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lead your noble family in this medieval colony sim, facing off against class conflict, religious struggle, and political treachery. Tend to your people’s needs, uncover the lost knowledge of a fallen empire, and engage in nefarious plots against your enemies.
Why similar: Strategy 28.4%, Base Building 22.9%, Simulation 20.2%, City Builder 17.9%, Management 7.5%
- #37 Dungeons
75% matchMixed45% of 874 reviews2011
Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Assume the role of a mighty (and mighty evil) Dungeon Lord and create your own diabolical demesnes underground. 10 different classes of heroes dare to enter your dungeon where 15 different monsters lurk in the dark.
Why similar: Strategy 72.1%, Fantasy 13%, Simulation 10.4%, Management 4.4%
- #38 Dominions 4: Thrones of Ascension
73% matchVery Positive91% of 1,450 reviews2013
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 48.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
You are a God! You are master and ruler of a loyal nation. You have unimaginable powers at your disposal. You have claimed this world as yours. But there are others who stand in your way. You must defeat and destroy these pretenders. Only then can you ascend to godhood and become the new Pantokrator.
Why similar: Strategy 63%, Fantasy 21.8%, Difficult 12.7%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #39 Stronghold: Definitive Edition
69% matchVery Positive86% of 9,888 reviews2023
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 27.6%, RTS 24.1%, City Builder 18.4%, Base Building 17.2%, Simulation 12.6%
- #40 Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns
73% matchVery Positive84% of 115 reviews2011
Dev: TimeGate Studios
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 50%
If you are to return your race to their rightful glory, you must solve the mystery of their destruction.
Why similar: Strategy 57.4%, RTS 30.1%, Fantasy 12.5%
- #41 Odd Realm
69% matchVery Positive85% of 992 reviews2024
Dev: Unknown Origin Games Inc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Forge a new kingdom in a land recovering from the Fracture. Which of the surviving races will you lead to rebuild, explore, and conquer the unknown? The dwindling yet immortal Ancients? The bold and resourceful Humans? The life stealing Ardyn? Or the secretive Gwdir who shape living groves?
Why similar: Strategy 26%, Base Building 22%, Simulation 19.6%, City Builder 12.7%, Fantasy 10.1%
- #42 King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame
73% matchMixed56% of 509 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 58%, RTS 26.9%, Fantasy 13.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #43 Conan Unconquered
71% matchMixed68% of 1,848 reviews2019
Dev: PetroglyphPub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
From the Command & Conquer veterans at Petroglyph comes the first ever survival RTS set in the savage world of Conan the Barbarian. Play solo or team up in multiplayer in Conan Unconquered’s action-packed co-op Mode where you build a shared stronghold and fend off the hordes together.
Why similar: Strategy 38.6%, RTS 24.5%, City Builder 11.6%, Simulation 10.9%, Base Building 9.1%
- #44 The Guild II
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 834 reviews2010
Dev: 4HEAD StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 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 50.7%, Simulation 41.6%, Management 5.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #45 Sunset Kingdom
71% matchMixed70% of 148 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
Sunset Kingdom is a kingdom management game. In Sunset Kingdom your aim is to become the monarch of a prosperous land! Prepare to expand your kingdom, buildings roads and bridges between towns, castles, farms and more! Fend of bandit raids, get crushed by vikings, let your people starve to death and try again!
Why similar: Strategy 58.3%, Simulation 41.7%
- #46 Super Fantasy Kingdom
65% matchVery Positive88% of 5,123 reviews2025
Dev: Super Fantasy GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Rebuild your kingdom and explore a vibrant fantasy world in this roguelite city builder. Defeat hordes of monsters with a unique team of defenders as you harvest, build, mine, cook, brew, and grow. But if your defenses should fail, be prepared to watch it all burn!
Why similar: Strategy 45%, Fantasy 28.7%, Difficult 21.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #47 Lords and Villeins
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 951 reviews2022
Dev: Honestly GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Build a prosperous settlement in a unique simulation of a feudal economy - each family runs their shop, owns their goods, and trades with other villagers in a free market. You will manage the land, build houses, organise events, set taxes, and balance supply and demand while engaging in diplomacy!
Why similar: Strategy 37.4%, Simulation 25.2%, City Builder 24.1%, Management 10.3%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #48 Kingdoms and Castles
66% 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: Strategy 30.4%, City Builder 27.2%, Simulation 14.4%, Base Building 13.2%, RTS 10.1%
- #49 Dungeons - The Dark Lord
71% matchMostly Negative39% of 317 reviews2011
Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Dungeons: The Dark Lord is the sequel to Dungeons, the game where the more evil you are, the better! There are a slew of exciting new features, including four-player multiplayer in four modes!
Why similar: Strategy 59.2%, Simulation 40.8%
- #50 Kingdom Wars
69% matchMixed67% of 2,794 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: Strategy 44.6%, RTS 29.7%, Fantasy 9.5%, Simulation 8.7%, City Builder 6.5%
- #51 Grand Ages: Medieval
70% matchMixed48% of 1,970 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 41%, Simulation 21.2%, RTS 21.1%, City Builder 10.8%, Management 4.9%
- #52 Fantasy Kingdom Simulator
70% 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: Strategy 53%, Simulation 38.4%, Management 8.6%
- #53 Overthrown
65% 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: Simulation 33.3%, City Builder 32.5%, Fantasy 17.3%, Management 13.1%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #54 Banished
66% matchVery Positive90% of 42,988 reviews2014
Dev: Shining Rock Software LLC
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
In this city-building strategy game, you control a group of exiled travelers who decide to restart their lives in a new land. They have only the clothes on their backs and a cart filled with supplies from their homeland. The townspeople of Banished are your primary resource.
Why similar: Strategy 34.4%, City Builder 30.6%, Simulation 22.8%, RTS 4.2%, Difficult 3.6%
- #55 The Settlers® : Rise of an Empire - History Edition
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 730 reviews2019
Dev: Ubisoft Blue BytePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Build vibrant cities in a medieval world with this modernized version of The Settlers – Rise of an Empire. Each character leads their individual lives and can be observed by you at any time. Will you go down in history as a legendary king?
Why similar: Strategy 58.3%, City Builder 22.2%, RTS 17.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #56 Spellcaster University
66% matchVery Positive83% of 4,213 reviews2021
Dev: Sneaky Yak Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Develop a prestigious university of mages. Build rooms, train your students, fight orcs, slay the bureaucrats, manage your budget... a director's life is not a quiet one.
Why similar: Base Building 31.3%, Simulation 28.9%, Strategy 25.7%, Management 10.2%, Singleplayer 4%
- #57 Startopia
67% matchVery Positive90% of 962 reviews2013
Dev: My Little Planet Ltd
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
A once thriving network of space stations and planets have been left lifeless, redundant scars of the apocalypse. Into this age of darkness comes light. You will lead the way in rebuilding the network of space stations to a standard accepted by the individual alien races, attracting them to harness their expertise and research new...
Why similar: Strategy 22.2%, RTS 19.9%, Simulation 18.7%, Base Building 17.7%, City Builder 12.8%