- #1 Mount & Blade: Warband
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 171,960 reviews2010
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.6 hrsMean: 121.4 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 34.2%, Open World 16.8%, RPG 11.9%, Sandbox 9.6%, Moddable 8.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: The definitive version of the original formula, offering refined mechanics and a massive modding community.
- #2 Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
96% matchVery Positive88% of 296,418 reviews2022
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows
Median: 61.6 hrsMean: 155.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A strategy/action RPG. Create a character, engage in diplomacy, craft, trade and conquer new lands in a vast medieval sandbox. Raise armies to lead into battle and command and fight alongside your troops in massive real-time battles using a deep but intuitive skill-based combat system.
Why similar: Medieval 29.1%, Open World 16.8%, RPG 10.4%, Sandbox 10%, Moddable 7.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: The modern, graphically superior successor that expands on every aspect of the original game's sandbox and combat.
- #3 Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword
96% matchVery Positive88% of 14,027 reviews2011
Dev: TaleWorlds Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The standalone expansion for Mount & Blade! With Fire & Sword builds and expands upon the highly regarded combat system from Mount & Blade: Warband. Firearms have been introduced to the battlefield.
Why similar: Medieval 25.3%, Open World 17.2%, RPG 14.1%, Sandbox 7.6%, Historical 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A unique historical spin on the series that introduces firearms and more complex faction politics.
- #4 Sands of Salzaar
95% matchVery Positive82% of 23,019 reviews2021
Dev: 汉家松鼠Han-Squirrel StudioPub: XD
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Bringing you to an exotic desert where you’ll recruit, train, and guide your troops into battle against rival cities and factions. Embark on an adventure that’s uniquely yours; Customizable characters, professions, and factions. The land is filled with a variety of hidden secrets.
Why similar: Open World 26.5%, RPG 15.8%, Sandbox 12.3%, Moddable 12.2% ★, Strategy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed sandbox RPG that directly mirrors the Mount & Blade structure of army recruitment and territory conquest.
- #5 Battle Brothers
94% matchVery Positive88% of 28,621 reviews2017
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 94.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Medieval 21.2%, Open World 14.1%, Moddable 12.3% ★, Sandbox 10.7%, RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the gritty mercenary management and tactical combat feel of Mount & Blade in a turn-based format.
- #6 Wartales
94% matchVery Positive86% of 35,540 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro Games
Windows
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 51.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wartales is an open world RPG in which you lead a group of mercenaries in their search for wealth across a massive medieval universe. Explore the world, recruit companions, collect bounties and unravel the secrets of the tombs of the ancients!
Why similar: Medieval 31.6%, Open World 26.5%, RPG 19.9%, Sandbox 9%, Strategy 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a band of mercenaries in a harsh open world with tactical turn-based combat and progression.
- #7 Kenshi
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 115,920 reviews2018
Dev: Lo-Fi Games
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 71.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A free-roaming squad based RPG. Focusing on open-ended sandbox gameplay features rather than a linear story. Be a trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, a slave, or just food for the cannibals. Train your men up from puny victims to master warriors.
Why similar: Open World 30.9%, Sandbox 23.9%, RPG 21%, Action RPG 11.3%, Character Customization 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar zero-to-hero sandbox experience in a brutal, unforgiving open world where you can build your own faction.
- #8 Kingdom Come: Deliverance
92% matchVery Positive84% of 184,967 reviews2018
Dev: Warhorse Studios
Windows
Median: 13.7 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!
Why similar: Medieval 39.8%, Open World 23.7%, RPG 16.7%, Historical 8.6%, Action RPG 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the most immersive, grounded medieval open-world experience with a focus on realistic combat and progression.
- #9 Freeman: Guerrilla Warfare
91% matchMixed65% of 12,453 reviews2019
Dev: KK Game Studio
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In the anarchic world of Freeman: Guerrilla Warfare, only the mightiest warlord rules. Start with a pistol and a few militias, you will set yourself on a wild and ambitious journey towards world domination. Enjoy the immersive combination of intense FPS and sandbox strategy.
Why similar: Open World 26.1%, RPG 21.1%, Sandbox 18%, Strategy 16.1%, Action 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Applies the exact Mount & Blade sandbox formula to a modern tactical shooter setting.
- #10 Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 36,336 reviews2006
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 37.3 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: Medieval 47.4%, Strategy 16%, Historical 13.8%, Moddable 9.2% ★, Multiplayer 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for large-scale medieval strategy and battlefield command.
- #11 Blood and Gold: Caribbean!
91% matchMixed60% of 1,278 reviews2015
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
'Blood & Gold: Caribbean!' is a blend of economic strategy and open-world RPG, set in the pirate era of XVII Century Caribbean. The game is based on the significantly improved Mount & Blade: Warband engine.
Why similar: RPG 32.3%, Open World 17.2%, Strategy 15.2%, Sandbox 12.7%, Historical 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Built on the Mount & Blade engine, this game offers a pirate-themed sandbox experience with naval combat.
- #12 Age of Reforging: The Freelands
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,479 reviews2025
Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Age of Reforging: The Freelands is a medieval high-freedom sandbox adventure CRPG. You'll be a reforger in the freelands chosen by the Goddess to embark on a medieval adventure tour at your own pace, gathering teammates, fighting for survival, and craft your unique legend!
Why similar: Medieval 27.8%, Open World 23.3%, Sandbox 16.9%, RPG 14.4%, Strategy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox RPG that mirrors the Mount & Blade structure of exploration, mercenary work, and army building.
- #13 Legends of Ellaria
89% 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 31.8%, Strategy 16.3%, Open World 12.1%, Medieval 9.5%, Sandbox 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Blends first-person RPG exploration with kingdom management and large-scale strategy.
- #14 Manor Lords
87% matchVery Positive84% of 90,512 reviews2024
Dev: Slavic MagicPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.
Why similar: Medieval 41.6%, Historical 15.6%, Open World 11.1%, Strategy 10.3%, Sandbox 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines deep medieval city-building with tactical real-time army combat that feels reminiscent of M&B battles.
- #15 Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
86% matchVery Positive94% of 193,295 reviews2025
Dev: Warhorse StudiosPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 54.9 hrsMean: 76.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
Why similar: Medieval 38.3%, Open World 25%, RPG 18.5%, Historical 8.3%, First-Person 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the realistic medieval narrative and open-world exploration of its predecessor with improved systems.
- #16 Conqueror's Blade
88% matchMixed67% of 38,899 reviews2020
Dev: Booming TechPub: Poros Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 73.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Why similar: Medieval 29.4%, Open World 16.5%, Sandbox 13.7%, RPG 10.9%, Strategy 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the tactical command of units within a massive medieval multiplayer environment.
- #17 Bellwright
86% matchVery Positive80% of 21,324 reviews2024
Dev: Donkey Crew
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 41.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Establish and expand your own settlements, liberate the land and assist its villagers, and recruit others to your cause while learning more about a life you had to leave behind. Command your forces, prove your valor through combat, and cement yourself as the hero of your people.
Why similar: Medieval 37.6%, Open World 29.4%, RPG 11%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Strategy 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines medieval survival and base building with the ability to lead armies into battle against oppressive lords.
- #18 Gloria Victis: Medieval MMORPG
85% matchMixed68% of 11,915 reviews2026
Dev: gamigo US
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 26.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Medieval 36.3%, Open World 24%, RPG 13.1%, Sandbox 6.6%, Multiplayer 6%
Why You'll Like It: Features a persistent open world with a heavy focus on medieval combat and faction-based warfare.
- #19 Chivalry: Medieval Warfare
84% matchVery Positive83% of 65,320 reviews2012
Dev: Torn Banner Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Besiege castles and raid villages in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, a fast-paced medieval first person slasher with a focus on multiplayer battles
Why similar: Medieval 72.2%, Multiplayer 10.2%, Action 4.8%, Third Person 3.8%, Historical 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides fast-paced, first-person medieval combat that emphasizes skill, timing, and large-scale skirmishes.
- #20 MORDHAU
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 113,182 reviews2019
Dev: Triternion
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 74.6 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: Medieval 57.6%, Multiplayer 12%, Historical 8.5%, Third Person 6.2%, First-Person 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the visceral, skill-based melee combat that defines the core of the Mount & Blade experience.
- #21 Life is Feudal: Your Own
83% matchMixed66% of 12,061 reviews2015
Dev: Bitbox Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 57.9 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 36.5%, Open World 24.3%, Sandbox 15.8%, RPG 9.6%, Multiplayer 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a hardcore medieval sandbox experience with a focus on crafting, survival, and territory building.
- #22 Risen
82% matchVery Positive89% of 10,803 reviews2009
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Delve into a gritty, raw and atmospheric fantasy world in which every action has a consequence. In the epic world of Risen, filled with mysterious earthquakes, fearsome monsters and unimaginable treasures, forge your path with the sword, learn the art of staff fighting or become a powerful mage.
Why similar: Open World 35.3%, RPG 32.3%, Medieval 10.9%, Third Person 6.3%, Sandbox 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A traditional open-world RPG that captures the sense of adventure and discovery found in early Mount & Blade.
- #23 Medieval Dynasty
81% matchVery Positive90% of 52,032 reviews2021
Dev: Render CubePub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 36.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Hunt, survive, build and lead in the harsh Middle Ages: Create your own Medieval Dynasty and ensure its long-lasting prosperity or die trying! Play alone or team up with friends to enjoy the ultimate medieval experience.
Why similar: Medieval 32%, Open World 20%, Sandbox 13.8%, RPG 11.3%, Historical 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the survival and management aspects of medieval life in an open world with a focus on building a legacy.
- #24 Gothic® 3
82% matchVery Positive82% of 12,361 reviews2009
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 32.6 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A nameless hero becomes a legend! Myrtana, a world in upheaval: overrun by orcs from the dark lands in the north, King Rhobar is defending Vengard, the former stronghold of the humans, with his last troop of followers.
Why similar: Open World 31.6%, RPG 27.3%, Medieval 19.4%, Third Person 5.9%, Sandbox 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a classic open-world RPG experience with a focus on faction reputation and exploration.
- #25 Jagged Alliance 3
79% matchVery Positive89% of 14,785 reviews2023
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.
Why similar: RPG 47.4%, Strategy 43.2%, Action 5.2%, Singleplayer 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers deep mercenary management and tactical combat that feels like a spiritual cousin to the M&B experience.
- #26 Expeditions: Rome
79% matchVery Positive87% of 6,746 reviews2022
Dev: Logic ArtistsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?
Why similar: RPG 47.9%, Strategy 23.7%, Historical 23.6%, Character Customization 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a strong blend of RPG character progression and tactical squad-based warfare in a historical setting.
- #27 Mortal Online
81% matchMixed52% of 2,959 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: Open World 30.9%, Medieval 23.3%, Sandbox 19.3%, RPG 13.5%, Multiplayer 5%
Why You'll Like It: A persistent sandbox MMORPG that emphasizes player freedom, economy, and brutal medieval combat.
- #28 King Arthur: Knight's Tale
78% matchVery Positive84% of 7,518 reviews2022
Dev: NeocoreGames
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 25.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Medieval 51.3%, RPG 33%, Strategy 12.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines dark fantasy narrative with tactical army management and turn-based combat.
- #29 Reign Of Kings
80% 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: Medieval 38.9%, Open World 27.7%, Sandbox 12.1%, Multiplayer 8.2%, RPG 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a sandbox survival experience with a focus on medieval politics, territory control, and player-driven conflict.
- #30 The Bloodline
77% matchVery Positive83% of 3,934 reviews2023
Dev: Shieldbearer StudiosPub: 505 Pulse
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Medieval 26%, Open World 15.7%, Sandbox 13.1%, RPG 12.3%, Action RPG 6.1%
- #31 Sons of Valhalla
77% matchMixed67% of 976 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Chest
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Sons of Valhalla is a roguelike strategy game set in the Viking Age. Build fortresses, gather warriors, and lay siege to enemy strongholds, engaging in personal combat as you raid and conquer across England.
Why similar: Medieval 21.5%, Open World 14.1%, Moddable 11.9% ★, Sandbox 10.6%, RPG 9.6%
- #32 Han Xiongnu Wars
78% matchMixed60% of 4,116 reviews2017
Dev: Shangshi Studio
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 50.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Welcome to Han Xiongnu Wars. A stand-along game and synergy of historical Far East and multiple features in role-playing, real-time strategy and action gameplay. This game brings you to the eventful years of the early Han Dynasty, and faithfully presents the ancient eastern culture with many objects and scenes faithfully reconstructed...
Why similar: Medieval 22.1%, Open World 15.6%, Sandbox 12.2%, RPG 11.7%, Historical 9.6%
- #33 Valorborn
75% matchMixed62% of 532 reviews2026
Dev: Laps Games
Windows
Dive into a living medieval fantasy sandbox RPG where the world moves with or without you and factions rise and fall. Become a thief, hunter, or sellsword, survive alone or with a party, and shape your story in a fully enterable world where every building, cave, and road hides opportunity or danger.
Why similar: Medieval 28.7%, Open World 22.1%, Sandbox 16.7%, RPG 15.2%, Strategy 7.3%
- #34 Viking Frontiers
75% matchMixed52% of 545 reviews2025
Dev: BLUM EntertainmentPub: GameHunters
Windows
Survival of your people - that's the only thing that matters. Become the leader of a newly founded Viking settlement and lead it to safety and glory. Gather, build, craft, hunt, raid and follow your Gods to endure hardships of nature and save your clan from violent destruction.
Why similar: Medieval 23.9%, Open World 16.9%, RPG 12%, Sandbox 11.1%, Moddable 11% ★
- #35 KINGDOMS
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 4,086 reviews2015
Dev: Oreol
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
KINGDOMS is a procedural medieval RPG in a randomly generated open world. The main feature of KINGDOMS is a smart AI system that completely controls NPC behavior. As the player, you can fully interact with this massive world and become any person you want to be.
Why similar: Medieval 33.8%, Open World 25.3%, RPG 13.9%, Sandbox 12.6%, Strategy 3.2%
- #36 Life is Feudal: Arden
74% matchMixed42% of 885 reviews2025
Dev: LTG
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: Medieval 24%, RPG 18%, Sandbox 17.6%, Open World 12.9%, Historical 9.7%
- #37 Crusader Kings II
74% matchVery Positive91% of 73,892 reviews2012
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 55.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Why similar: Medieval 42.1%, Historical 13.8%, Strategy 10.6%, RPG 10.3%, Sandbox 10%
- #38 Crusader Kings III
72% matchVery Positive90% of 143,057 reviews2020
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.7 hrsMean: 149.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Medieval 31.6%, RPG 13.5%, Historical 10.9%, Strategy 10.4%, Moddable 10.3% ★
- #39 Empire of Ember
73% matchMixed66% of 149 reviews2022
Dev: Poleaxe Games LLC
Windows
Become a battlemage, build a city, and command your troops in this fantasy warfare simulator. Jump into the fray and use your might, magic, and wits to fight enemies in battles of up to a hundred units and fully destructible city siege combat. The fate of an empire is in your hands.
Why similar: Medieval 29.1%, Open World 19.3%, RPG 13.2%, Moddable 11.8% ★, Action RPG 7.3%
- #40 Robber Knight
73% 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: Medieval 34.1%, Open World 22.1%, RPG 14.8%, Strategy 8.7%, Action RPG 7.4%
- #41 Blade and Sorcery
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 62,038 reviews2024
Dev: WarpFrog
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Blade & Sorcery is a built-for-VR medieval fantasy with full physics driven melee, ranged and magic combat. Become a powerful warrior, ranger or sorcerer and devastate your enemies.
Why similar: Medieval 29%, Moddable 24.9% ★, Sandbox 20.3%, RPG 8.5%, Action 4.3%
- #42 Sid Meier's Pirates!
73% matchVery Positive94% of 7,534 reviews2005
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Sail the Caribbean, marauding all on the high seas or ally your ship and crew as a privateer in search of riches - the life you choose is up to you. Face dogged enemies, raid unsuspecting villages, woo fair maidens, avoid capture or dig for buried treasure. Discover what it takes to become one of the most famous pirates in history!
Why similar: Open World 37.6%, RPG 21.3%, Sandbox 15.2%, Historical 11%, Strategy 6.7%
- #43 Knights of the Crusades
70% matchMixed70% of 181 reviews2025
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Travel to the Holy Land with the First Crusades. Rise from a humble knight to the founding father of a world-spanning holy order. Lead through war, faith, diplomacy, and cunning schemes. Experience a unique blend of RTS, city-building, and sandbox gameplay, and shape history!
Why similar: Medieval 43%, Sandbox 30.5%, Strategy 12.3%, Action 3.7%, Simulation 3.6%
- #44 Mortal Online 2
71% matchMixed60% of 13,911 reviews2022
Dev: Star Vault AB
Windows
Median: 14.1 hrsMean: 150.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Step into Nave, a vast fantasy sandbox world with a player-driven economy, persistent housing, and deep crafting systems. Engage in first-person, full-loot PvP combat with other players and perilous foes. Build, explore, and conquer in an unforgiving world. The land is yours—who will you become?
Why similar: Medieval 28.5%, Open World 22.3%, Sandbox 17.3%, RPG 13.7%, Character Customization 6.5%
- #45 Medieval Kingdom Wars
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,615 reviews2019
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Rewrite medieval history through bloody siege combat in a fusion of RTS and Grand Strategy genres. Rule, build, and serve your King as a minor lord in medieval Europe. Experience siege, field and naval combat with an unseen degree of brutality. Rogue-like progression, epic towns and battles await…
Why similar: Medieval 55.6%, Sandbox 24.8%, Strategy 12.6%, War 4.1%, Simulation 3%
- #46 Ultimate Epic Battle Simulator
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 12,254 reviews2017
Dev: Brilliant Game Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Here is a sandbox like no other. Create massive battles with absolutely no limits. Want to see 10,000 chickens fight an army of Romans?? Sure, why not. Want to see a company of WW2 U.S soldiers fight 11,000 Medieval soldiers?? There are simply no limits to the carnage you can achieve in UEBS.
Why similar: Sandbox 29%, Medieval 28.7%, Open World 11.2%, Strategy 9.7%, Simulation 5%
- #47 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
68% matchVery Positive81% of 380 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: Medieval 39.1%, RPG 16.7%, Sandbox 15%, Historical 13.3%, Strategy 9.8%
- #48 Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms
69% matchOverwhelmingly Negative16% of 2,385 reviews2026
Dev: Booming Tech
Windows
Conqueror's Blade: Three Kingdoms is an open-world action war game blending hero combat and troop command. Lead legendary armies alongside allies to siege cities and claim vital resources. Forge alliances, crush rival factions, and seize the realm with steel and strategy!
Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Sandbox 20%, Strategy 12.7%, Action RPG 11.2%, Open World 9%
- #49 Gothic 1
70% matchVery Positive93% of 18,298 reviews2001
Dev: Piranha BytesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...
Why similar: Open World 31%, RPG 30.9%, Medieval 21%, Third Person 6.1%, Action RPG 3.3%
- #50 Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™
68% matchVery Positive89% of 116,571 reviews2017
Dev: Monolith ProductionsPub: WB Games
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Experience an epic open-world brought to life by the award-winning Nemesis System. Forge a new Ring of Power, conquer Fortresses in massive battles and dominate Mordor with your personal orc army in Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™.
Why similar: Open World 36.2%, Medieval 17.9%, RPG 16.4%, Third Person 6.7%, Action RPG 4.6%
- #51 ArcaniA
71% matchMixed55% of 3,261 reviews2010
Dev: SpellboundPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
War covers the southern islands until it finally reaches the idyllic isle of Feshyr. You take on the role as the new nameless hero after your village has been pillaged and destroyed by paladins of the king. Seeking revenge, you soon realize that this cowardly attack did not just happen on a reckless mercenary`s whim.
Why similar: RPG 37.1%, Open World 28.6%, Medieval 13.3%, Third Person 7.2%, Action RPG 5.3%
- #52 Myth of Empires: Throne
67% matchMixed60% of 1,054 reviews2026
Dev: Angela GamePub: Celestial Star Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Myth of Empires: Throne is a free seasonal multiplayer warfare sandbox. Explore vast lands inspired by multiple civilizations, tame creatures, forge powerful weapons, and build your guild. Lead cross-server expeditions, conquer territories, and compete with players worldwide for the ultimate throne!
Why similar: Sandbox 26.3%, Open World 21.3%, Strategy 16.7%, Historical 9.9%, Action 8.6%
- #53 Crown and Adventure
67% matchMixed62% of 1,697 reviews2025
Dev: C3D GamesPub: Luckycalf
Windows
An open-world adventure RPG. Choose your favorite character, train your elite legion step by step, and crush all enemies on the battlefield. Strengthen yourself, establish a powerful family, create a great dynasty, and become the dominator of this fantasy world.
Why similar: Sandbox 29.5%, Open World 26.5%, RPG 21.7%, Strategy 11%, Character Customization 3%
- #54 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 882,581 reviews2015
Dev: CD PROJEKT RED
Windows
Median: 22.1 hrsMean: 99.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You are Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster slayer. Before you stands a war-torn, monster-infested continent you can explore at will. Your current contract? Tracking down Ciri — the Child of Prophecy, a living weapon that can alter the shape of the world.
Why similar: Open World 37.4%, RPG 21.6%, Medieval 20.1%, Third Person 5.5%, Action RPG 4.4%
- #55 FOR HONOR™
67% matchMixed69% of 163,877 reviews2017
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 58.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight alone or with friends in For Honor, a third-person hero-based melee fighting game. Enter the chaos of war as a Knight, a Viking, a Samurai, a Wu Lin, or an Outlander. Fight in brutal PvP and team-oriented modes, or play the thrilling story campaign.
Why similar: Medieval 79.5%, Multiplayer 5%, Third Person 4.9%, RPG 3.1%, Action 2.7%
- #56 Blood of Mehran
65% matchMixed62% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Permanent Way Game Co.Pub: Blowfish Studios
Windows
In Blood of Mehran, explore sweeping sand dunes, bustling bazaars and sprawling palaces. Go blade to blade with enemies, pick them off from a distance with your arrows, or slip by them like a ghost. Level up and build your legend.
Why similar: Historical 22.7%, RPG 22.1%, Action RPG 16.9%, Third Person 16.2%, Action 7.8%
- #57 Life is Feudal: MMO
69% matchMixed40% of 7,349 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: Medieval 32.9%, Sandbox 15.8%, Open World 15.5%, Historical 11.8%, RPG 9.3%
- #58 Voor De Kroon
65% matchVery Positive87% of 688 reviews2022
Dev: Future Minimalism
Windows
Voor de Kroon is an immersive medieval strategy-action game with historically inspired arms and armor. Fight historical battles and command your troops from the front line or the RTS camera. Use the Warforge editor to reshape the entire game and build your own medieval campaigns.
Why similar: Medieval 44.5%, Sandbox 20.8%, Historical 13.8%, Strategy 7.4%, Action 4.7%