- #1 Pax Dei
96% matchMixed57% of 10,783 reviews2025
Dev: Mainframe Industries
Windows
Median: 15.9 hrsMean: 69.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to a vast, social sandbox MMO inspired by the legends of the medieval era. Here, myths are real, ghosts exist, and magic is unquestioned. Join thousands of players as you explore the land, build your home, forge your reputation, and craft your own stories. What world will you make?
Why similar: MMORPG 25.6% ★, Sandbox 9.7%, Medieval 9%, Open World 8.5%, Crafting 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A social sandbox MMORPG that focuses on player-led development and building within a vast, persistent medieval world.
- #2 Life is Feudal: MMO
97% matchMixed40% of 7,330 reviews2018
Dev: LTG
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 45.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Experience the hardcore reality of the Middle Ages. Master survival, engage in deep-rooted RPG elements, navigate a bustling economy, build communities, and employ diplomatic strategy to thrive in Abella's vast expanse.
Why similar: MMORPG 31% ★, Massively Multiplayer 10.9%, Medieval 10.8%, Sandbox 10.6%, PvP 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a similar hardcore medieval sandbox experience with a heavy emphasis on realistic crafting and player-driven territory control.
- #3 Myth of Empires
96% matchMixed67% of 17,261 reviews2024
Dev: Angela GamePub: Imperium Interactive Entertainment
Windows
Median: 15.4 hrsMean: 230.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Myth of Empires is a multiplayer war sandbox game featuring a high degree of freedom and multiple civilizations. Players must survive, craft, create, and lead troops in their quest to conquer PVE or PVP territory and build their own empire. Xizhou Civilization Pack is now officially released!
Why similar: MMORPG 36.6% ★, Sandbox 14.1%, Open World 11.9%, Character Customization 10.2%, Medieval 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines large-scale medieval warfare with deep sandbox building and survival mechanics in an open world.
- #4 Last Oasis
95% matchMixed62% of 24,198 reviews2020
Dev: Donkey Crew
Windows
Median: 17.9 hrsMean: 121.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Nomadic Survival MMO. Build wooden walking machines to travel to new lands. Create clans and fight for territory. Resources deplete fast, so take your sword and scavenge, pirate, and trade to stay alive.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 19.6%, Open World 13.1%, Survival 10.9%, MMORPG 10.7% ★, Crafting 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A nomadic survival game that emphasizes large-scale PvP and resource management in a harsh, shifting environment.
- #5 Albion Online
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 90,120 reviews2018
Dev: Sandbox Interactive GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 81.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.
Why similar: MMORPG 39.1% ★, Massively Multiplayer 12.5%, Open World 12.4%, Sandbox 8.7%, Crafting 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down sandbox MMORPG defined by its full-loot PvP system and a completely player-driven economy.
- #6 Conan Exiles
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 111,441 reviews2018
Dev: Funcom
Windows
Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 111.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
An online multiplayer survival game, now with sorcery, set in the lands of Conan the Barbarian. Survive in a vast open world sandbox, build your home into a kingdom, and dominate your enemies in single or multiplayer.
Why similar: Open World 19.1%, Survival 16.3%, Crafting 13.4%, Sandbox 11.5%, Massively Multiplayer 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a brutal, unforgiving survival experience with intense PvP and complex base-building in a fantasy setting.
- #7 Reign of Guilds
91% matchMixed62% of 1,341 reviews2025
Dev: Atlant Games ltd
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Reign of Guilds — the spiritual successor to the old-school fantasy where steel, magic, and skill decide your fate. Inspired by the legacy of Ultima Online and EverQuest.
Why similar: MMORPG 22.6% ★, Massively Multiplayer 9.4%, Medieval 8.6%, Open World 8.3%, PvP 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on medieval political intrigue and large-scale guild warfare in a persistent, player-influenced world.
- #8 Wurm Online
92% matchMixed63% of 2,510 reviews2020
Dev: Code Club AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 38.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A sandbox MMORPG that has pushed the boundaries on what it means to be open world and stood the test of time. Dig, mine, shape the world around you and make your lasting mark!
Why similar: MMORPG 31% ★, Massively Multiplayer 18.3%, Sandbox 18.2%, RPG 7%, PvP 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its incredibly deep crafting and terraforming systems, it serves as a foundational sandbox experience for those who enjoy building.
- #9 Project: Gorgon
89% matchVery Positive87% of 4,441 reviews2026
Dev: Elder Game, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 75.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Project: Gorgon is a fantasy MMORPG that allows you to forge your own path through exploration and discovery.
Why similar: MMORPG 39.6% ★, Massively Multiplayer 30.6%, RPG 10.3%, Open World 5.8%, Sandbox 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style sandbox MMORPG that rewards exploration and experimentation with deep character customization.
- #10 Dark and Light
91% matchMixed52% of 11,804 reviews2017
Dev: Snail Games USA
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 49.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Dark and Light is a vast sandbox survival RPG set in a world dominated by powerful elemental forces. Find your way in a meticulously crafted world, featuring breathtaking landscapes, a wide variety of mythical creatures, and limitless possibility to craft, build, and unlock dozens of powerful weapons, spells, and skills.
Why similar: MMORPG 19.5% ★, Massively Multiplayer 15.4%, Open World 13.4%, Sandbox 12.1%, Survival 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy sandbox survival game that allows for massive exploration and magic-based combat in an open world.
- #11 Wild Terra 2: New Lands
90% matchMixed52% of 3,315 reviews2022
Dev: Juvty Worlds
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 42%
MMORPG full of details that create a unique immersion and the spirit of adventure! Play your role in the life-filled medieval world controlled by players.
Why similar: MMORPG 22.8% ★, Massively Multiplayer 14.8%, Sandbox 12.5%, Crafting 8.5%, Medieval 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore sandbox survival game that emphasizes crafting, gathering, and building in a persistent world.
- #12 Citadel: Forged with Fire
89% matchMixed68% of 5,882 reviews2019
Dev: Blue Isle StudiosPub: Blue Isle Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
This massive online sandbox RPG features elements of magic, spellcasting, building, exploring and crafting. As a newly minted apprentice of the magic arts, you will set off to the dangerous world of Ignus. Tame mighty beasts, forge alliances, explore uncharted territories or fight for dominance!
Why similar: MMORPG 17.4% ★, Massively Multiplayer 14.2%, Open World 14.1%, Magic 9.8%, Sandbox 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features extensive building and magic-focused combat in a large, open-world sandbox environment.
- #13 Dune: Awakening
87% matchMostly Positive70% of 74,372 reviews2025
Dev: Funcom
Windows
Median: 47.7 hrsMean: 95.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Dune: Awakening is an Open World Survival RPG where you can fully immerse yourself in the epic world of Dune. Alone or with friends, explore a vast open world Arrakis, survive the sandworms, build a home, craft an ornithopter, and unravel the mystery of the missing Fremen.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 13.8%, Sandbox 12.6%, Open World 11.8%, PvP 11.7%, Character Customization 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: An upcoming open-world survival MMO that promises high-stakes PvP and resource competition in a harsh environment.
- #14 V Rising
86% matchVery Positive89% of 132,034 reviews2024
Dev: Stunlock Studios
Windows
Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 57.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Awaken as a Vampire. Hunt for blood in nearby settlements to regain your strength and evade the scorching sun to survive. Raise your castle and thrive in an ever-changing, open world full of mystery. Gain allies online and conquer the land of the living.
Why similar: Open World 20.6%, Crafting 15.4%, Survival 15.1%, PvP 12.2%, Massively Multiplayer 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines isometric action-RPG combat with intense PvP and castle-building mechanics.
- #15 Life is Feudal: Your Own
88% matchMixed66% of 12,039 reviews2015
Dev: Bitbox Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 58.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Hardcore and realistic; LiF is a Medieval multiplayer sandbox RPG, with free terraforming, a rich crafting system and preset and modular building construction. With engaging survival aspects, no target physics-based combat and a unique formation system - along with numerous other features - LiF is not for the faint of heart!
Why similar: Medieval 16.4%, Open World 15.5%, MMORPG 15% ★, Sandbox 14.5%, Crafting 13%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a more controlled, private-server version of the hardcore medieval survival and building experience.
- #16 Rust
86% matchVery Positive87% of 1,344,289 reviews2018
Dev: Facepunch Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 52.0 hrsMean: 416.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
The only aim in Rust is to survive. Everything wants you to die - the island’s wildlife, other inhabitants, the environment, and other survivors. Do whatever it takes to last another night.
Why similar: Survival 21.7%, Crafting 18.5%, Open World 18.3%, Sandbox 13%, PvP 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for full-loot, high-stakes PvP survival, sharing the same unforgiving DNA as Mortal Online 2.
- #17 New World: Aeternum
85% matchMixed67% of 296,565 reviews2021
Dev: Amazon Game Studios
Windows
Median: 58.9 hrsMean: 196.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Experience a thrilling action RPG set on the supernatural island of Aeternum. Forge your destiny on an adventure filled with danger and opportunity.
Why similar: MMORPG 37.4% ★, Massively Multiplayer 15.9%, Open World 13.4%, PvP 7.6%, Character Customization 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world action MMORPG that features significant territory control and faction-based PvP combat.
- #18 BitCraft Online
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,304 reviews2025
Dev: Clockwork Laboratories, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 91.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Join thousands of players in a true single-world MMORPG. Carve out a cozy nook, master a player-driven economy, or band together to transform the ancient wilderness into thriving cities. From humble beginnings to legend, your choices matter - because in BitCraft, your actions shape our world.
Why similar: MMORPG 42.4% ★, Sandbox 14.1%, Crafting 9.2%, Open World 9.1%, Character Customization 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox MMORPG that emphasizes exploration, building, and community cooperation in a persistent world.
- #19 Mortal Online
84% matchMixed52% of 2,957 reviews2015
Dev: Star Vault AB
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Mortal Online is a first-person medieval fantasy MMORPG, set in a huge, open, unforgiving world. Choose your race, choose your playstyle, choose a profession, choose where to place your loyalties - if you have any...
Why similar: MMORPG 21.2% ★, Massively Multiplayer 15.6%, Open World 13.2%, Sandbox 11.9%, PvP 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: The original predecessor that established the hardcore, first-person, full-loot sandbox formula.
- #20 Renown
81% matchMixed60% of 1,544 reviews2025
Dev: RDBK Studios
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Renown is an intense medieval multiplayer survival experience set in a vast, ever-evolving world. Whether alone or rallying allies, gather resources, build powerful strongholds, and engage in brutal battles for dominance.
Why similar: Sandbox 12.4%, Medieval 12.4%, Massively Multiplayer 12.2%, Open World 12.2%, Crafting 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore survival game that focuses on medieval combat, building, and high-stakes player competition.
- #21 ATLAS
83% matchMixed47% of 42,842 reviews2018
Dev: Grapeshot Games
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 112.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Set sail for the ultimate pirate experience! Embark on a grand adventure alongside thousands of other players in one of the largest game worlds ever built (and even claim a piece of it to call your own). Build your ship, assemble your crew, sail the high seas, and become a pirate legend!
Why similar: MMORPG 27% ★, Massively Multiplayer 13.5%, Open World 13.2%, Survival 10.3%, Crafting 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A massive open-world survival game focused on sailing, naval combat, and building empires across the sea.
- #22 Valheim
79% matchVery Positive94% of 529,829 reviews2021
Dev: Iron Gate ABPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 25.6 hrsMean: 76.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!
Why similar: Open World 24%, Survival 19%, Crafting 18.9%, Sandbox 15.3%, Multiplayer 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: While more PvE-focused, it offers a compelling medieval survival and building loop that resonates with sandbox fans.
- #23 Wild Terra Online
82% matchMixed60% of 1,830 reviews2017
Dev: Juvty Worlds
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Wild Terra Online is a sandbox RPG, in a completely player-controlled medieval world. You will have to survive in a forest full of predators, build a shelter and improve your crafts skills, tame animals and fight for treasures. You can become anyone and do whatever you want!
Why similar: MMORPG 19.8% ★, Massively Multiplayer 17.2%, Sandbox 14%, Open World 11.6%, Survival 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic sandbox survival game that focuses on crafting and building from the ground up.
- #24 DayZ
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 456,703 reviews2018
Dev: Bohemia Interactive
Windows
Median: 39.6 hrsMean: 272.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
How long can you survive a post-apocalyptic world? A land overrun with an infected "zombie" population, where you compete with other survivors for limited resources. Will you team up with strangers and stay strong together? Or play as a lone wolf to avoid betrayal? This is DayZ – this is your story.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 18.3%, Survival 16.8%, Sandbox 16.4%, Open World 15.5%, PvP 14.8%
Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, first-person survival game that captures the tension of full-loot encounters and persistent world interaction.
- #25 Black Desert
80% matchMostly Positive74% of 92,177 reviews2017
Dev: Pearl Abyss
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 178.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Played by over 20 million Adventurers - Black Desert Online is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more!
Why similar: MMORPG 32.9% ★, Sandbox 13.3%, Medieval 11.4%, PvP 10.8%, Crafting 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a massive, detailed world with complex life-skilling systems and sandbox elements.
- #26 Shroud of the Avatar: Forsaken Virtues
81% matchMixed53% of 3,152 reviews2018
Dev: Catnip Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 151.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
SHROUD OF THE AVATAR: FORSAKEN VIRTUES is a multiplayer fantasy RPG that sets the player on a path filled with peril and tough choices as they explore a persistent realm that can be shared with other Avatars. It is the spiritual successor to Richard Garriott’s Ultima games.
Why similar: MMORPG 30% ★, Massively Multiplayer 12.7%, Sandbox 11%, Medieval 9.1%, Crafting 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox RPG that allows for significant player housing and community-driven world development.
- #27 Empyrion - Galactic Survival
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 34,087 reviews2020
Dev: Eleon Game Studios
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 76.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Build and explore in a true space sandbox survival adventure. Construct mighty capital vessels, sprawling planetary settlements, and vast space stations in your galactic journey to discover the mysteries of Empyrion!
Why similar: Open World 19%, Sandbox 18.9%, PvP 15.8%, Crafting 15.4%, Survival 14%
Why You'll Like It: A deep sandbox survival game that allows for complex ship and base construction in a vast, persistent universe.
- #28 Gloria Victis: Medieval MMORPG
77% matchMixed68% of 10,474 reviews2023
Dev: gamigo US
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Gloria Victis is an MMORPG with an emphasis on realism, set in a low-fantasy medieval open world. Enjoy MMO with skill-based non-target combat, open PVP with territory control, deep crafting system and player-driven economy – all that served with beautiful graphics and an immersive atmosphere.
Why similar: MMORPG 28.3% ★, Massively Multiplayer 10.9%, Medieval 9.9%, Open World 9.3%, Swordplay 8.3% ★
- #29 EVE Online
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 38,402 reviews2010
Dev: CCP
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 136.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 19.5%, Open World 19.3%, Sandbox 17.6%, Character Customization 15.6%, PvP 14.9%
Why You'll Like It: The ultimate player-driven economy and sandbox experience, providing the blueprint for the social and economic depth found in Mortal Online 2.
- #30 The Quinfall
76% matchMixed54% of 10,809 reviews2026
Dev: Vawraek Technology Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 39.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Embark on an adventurous journey to explore the Quinfall universe. Be a part of unique battles and an immersive story with dozens of different professions in the depths of medieval times in an all-new MMORPG experience.
Why similar: MMORPG 28.3% ★, Massively Multiplayer 11.9%, Open World 9.4%, Medieval 9.1%, Character Customization 9%
- #31 Ashes of Creation
76% matchMostly Negative37% of 18,678 reviews2025
Dev: Intrepid Studios, Inc
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 76.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ashes of Creation is an old-school take on the modern MMORPG set in a living, reactive world where your choices shape civilization. In this PvX open world sandbox, players will build cities, forge empires, and lay siege to foes. Uncover the Ancients as you fight to reclaim the fallen world of Verra.
Why similar: MMORPG 47.6% ★, Character Customization 14.7%, Crafting 13.3%, RPG 7.8%, Exploration 7%
- #32 Life is Feudal: Arden
77% matchMixed42% of 817 reviews2025
Dev: LTG
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 25.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Life is Feudal: Arden is a new free-to-play open-world MMORPG set in the Middle Ages, built on the foundation of Life is Feudal: MMO. Engage in thrilling PvP combat, navigate political intrigue, master a variety of professions and craft unique items. Forge your own path to power and greatness!
Why similar: MMORPG 35.9% ★, Sandbox 13.4%, Crafting 9.6%, Medieval 8.7%, Open World 6.6%
- #33 EverQuest II
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,840 reviews2011
Dev: Darkpaw GamesPub: Daybreak Game Company
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
EverQuest® II is a deep fantasy MMORPG with over two decades of content, a thriving world, and ongoing expansions that keep Norrath growing. Create your hero and adventure through a massively rich, ever-evolving universe.
Why similar: MMORPG 41% ★, Massively Multiplayer 19%, Crafting 8.1%, Open World 7.3%, RPG 7.2%
- #34 World of Sea Battle
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,909 reviews2025
Dev: Thera Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Set sail in World of Sea Battle, an action-packed open-world MMO in the Golden Age of Sail! Command historic ships, battle in PvP & PvE, shape the economy, and engage in territorial guild wars in your quest for glory across the high seas!
Why similar: MMORPG 36.1% ★, Massively Multiplayer 14.5%, Sandbox 11.9%, Open World 11.6%, PvP 9.1%
- #35 Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,978 reviews2024
Dev: Visionary Realms
Windows
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 74.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen is a deeply social high fantasy MMORPG that challenges its players and rewards effort. Join the denizens of Terminus to uncover the mysteries of a world divided by Celestial loyalty… and betrayal.
Why similar: MMORPG 45.6% ★, Massively Multiplayer 14.5%, RPG 9.1%, Character Customization 9%, Open World 8.7%
- #36 MORDHAU
72% matchVery Positive80% of 113,010 reviews2019
Dev: Triternion
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 73.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
MORDHAU is a multiplayer medieval slasher. Create your mercenary and fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast paced combat, castle sieges, cavalry charges, and more.
Why similar: Swordplay 27.5% ★, Medieval 20%, PvP 12%, First-Person 9.7%, Multiplayer 9.1%
- #37 Conqueror's Blade
71% matchMixed68% of 37,668 reviews2020
Dev: Booming TechPub: Poros Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 72.6 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: MMORPG 23.5% ★, Swordplay 19.5% ★, Massively Multiplayer 11%, Medieval 9.3%, PvP 8.9%
- #38 Reign Of Kings
73% matchMixed57% of 14,891 reviews2015
Dev: Code}{atch
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 47.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Struggle to survive in a harsh medieval world. Hunt wildlife, mine resources, build structures, and craft weapons and armor in order to protect yourself. You may form a guild, bring war to all opposition, and try to seize the throne and become king!
Why similar: Open World 17%, Medieval 16.8%, Crafting 14.6%, Survival 13.2%, PvP 10.8%
- #39 The Bloodline
70% matchVery Positive83% of 3,777 reviews2023
Dev: Shieldbearer StudiosPub: 505 Pulse
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Bloodline is a sandbox adventure RPG that lets you play your way. Reforge bonds between kingdoms, explore the wilds, craft and plan adventures and wield mighty weapons or magic as you prepare for what is to come…
Why similar: Swordplay 23.6% ★, Sandbox 12.9%, Medieval 12.4%, Open World 11.2%, Character Customization 11%
- #40 Wurm Unlimited
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,128 reviews2015
Dev: Code Club ABPub: Plug In Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Wurm Unlimited is the standalone version of the fantasy sandbox world Wurm Online, the MMORPG where the players are in charge! A pioneer in the ideas of player influence, crafting and adventure, it is now one of the most deep and feature packed true sandbox experiences available.
Why similar: MMORPG 18.5% ★, Sandbox 16.9%, Open World 15.1%, Crafting 12.6%, Survival 8.8%
- #41 Eldegarde
69% matchMixed63% of 5,765 reviews2026
Dev: Notorious Studios
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Eldegarde is a mini-MMO Action RPG with PvE, PvPvE and Arena modes. Explore vast outdoor zones, craft powerful gear, and fight to survive in a living fantasy world.
Why similar: MMORPG 52.5% ★, PvP 15.7%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Fantasy 8.5%, RPG 7.6%
- #42 Heartwood Online
70% matchMixed69% of 3,249 reviews2023
Dev: E Bros
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Heartwood Online is a cross-platform free-to-play MMO. Explore a vast world filled with adventure where you choose your own path. Immerse yourself in crafting, trade, PvP & PvE battles, guilds, politics, and a thriving player economy.
Why similar: MMORPG 43.7% ★, Massively Multiplayer 15.3%, Crafting 8.1%, Open World 7.9%, Medieval 7.2%
- #43 Throne and Liberty
68% matchMixed67% of 67,805 reviews2024
Dev: NCSOFTPub: Amazon Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 76.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Throne and Liberty captures the essence of classic MMORPGs while introducing new gameplay elements, depth and excitement at every turn. Gather your guild, prepare for battle, and set forth for throne... and liberty!
Why similar: MMORPG 39.7% ★, Massively Multiplayer 12.8%, Open World 11%, Character Customization 8.4%, PvP 7.8%
- #44 Valnir Rok Survival RPG
72% matchMixed44% of 980 reviews2017
Dev: encurio
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Valnir Rok is a multiplayer survival roleplaying game in a Viking setting with quests by bestselling author Giles Kristian. Explore a huge open world, craft items, cook meals, build houses and found clan cities. Raid other clans or place bounties. Pray to the gods and survive.
Why similar: MMORPG 18.8% ★, Open World 16.6%, Massively Multiplayer 16.3%, Survival 11.3%, RPG 6.9%
- #45 PIONER
67% matchMixed65% of 3,315 reviews2025
Dev: GFAGAMES
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
PIONER drops players into a vast, grim world, where survival hinges on exploration, crafting, and smart resource management. As an MMO FPS, it offers both PvE missions and intense PvP zones, with unique crafting mechanics, hundreds of weapons and a deep story to explore.
Why similar: MMORPG 31.9% ★, Massively Multiplayer 13.1%, Open World 11.8%, Crafting 10.5%, PvP 10.2%
- #46 Deadside
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 40,013 reviews2024
Dev: Bad Pixel
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 44.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An Open World Survival Shooter blending hardcore PVP and PVE action. Secure precious loot in safe zones or build your own fortress in the wild. With intense gunfights, stunning visuals, and performance smooth enough for any system, the challenge awaits!
Why similar: PvP 19.9%, Open World 19.9%, Survival 17.6%, Massively Multiplayer 14.3%, Crafting 11.5%
- #47 Boundless
69% matchMixed70% of 2,766 reviews2018
Dev: Monumental, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Shape your citizen, forge your destiny and sculpt your world in this epic voxel sandbox MMO built on endless possibility.
Why similar: MMORPG 22.2% ★, Massively Multiplayer 18.2%, Sandbox 16.2%, Open World 14%, Crafting 12%
- #48 Winds of Valen
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 635 reviews2025
Dev: Fiery Dog Games
Windows
Winds of Valen is a free fantasy sandbox MMORPG. Experience old-school progression where every level, skill, and drop is earned through effort. Train your combat, mining, and smithing skills, and hunt for rare and unique items in a seamless open world filled with danger and discovery.
Why similar: MMORPG 35.9% ★, Massively Multiplayer 14.6%, Open World 10.3%, Medieval 7.2%, Sandbox 6.9%
- #49 RIFT
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 11,544 reviews2011
Dev: gamigo US Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 60.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Dive into a world of epic adventure! Create your perfect hero thanks to a uniquely customizable class system. Collect, craft, and customize your gear. Go it alone or group up to challenge dungeons, raids, dynamic open-world content, and your fellow players.
Why similar: MMORPG 41.5% ★, Massively Multiplayer 12.4%, Open World 10.2%, Old School 8.3%, Fantasy 5.4%
- #50 Soulmask
64% matchVery Positive81% of 17,627 reviews2024
Dev: CampFire StudioPub: Qooland Games
Windows
Median: 13.7 hrsMean: 66.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Choose your path across a primeval continent shaped by the Mask's power. From lush rainforests to scorched sands, recruit and lead unique tribesmen, build automated production lines, and construct everything from local bases to colossal airships, uncover the secrets of the Mask
Why similar: MMORPG 34.8% ★, Sandbox 14.5%, Open World 12.9%, PvP 11.8%, Crafting 11.8%
- #51 EverQuest
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,611 reviews2012
Dev: Darkpaw GamesPub: Daybreak Game Company
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 95.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Welcome to EverQuest® - the original fantasy MMORPG. Explore huge worlds, fight challenging foes, and grow your character with friends. Discover why players have quested, grouped, and raided in Norrath for more than two decades.
Why similar: MMORPG 48.3% ★, Massively Multiplayer 21.5%, RPG 8.2%, Old School 7.2%, Fantasy 5.5%
- #52 ETHYRIAL
67% matchMixed55% of 1,387 reviews2023
Dev: Oath Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 51%
A F2P 'Open Alpha' MMORPG! 23 Unique Classes - Charming Quests & Story - 100s of Monsters - 18 Professions - 8+ Dungeons - 4 World Bosses - 1 Pinnacle Boss - Total Level, Skill, & XP Rankings - Active and Friendly Devs... & Much More!
Why similar: MMORPG 28.1% ★, Sandbox 10.1%, Massively Multiplayer 9.8%, Open World 9.1%, PvP 8.6%