Games Like Swords and Sandals 5 Redux: Maximus Edition

The world's favourite gladiator game has returned, bigger and more action packed than ever. Swords and Sandals 2: Emperor's Reign, remastered with all new graphics, music and powerful new skills and awesome Arena Champions Pharoah King, John the Butcher and Ultra Flavlus

Why similar: Fighting 21.9% ★, Turn-Based Combat 16%, Strategy RPG 15.3%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Medieval 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the quintessential gladiator arena combat experience that defines the series' roots.

Gladiator, you are now a knight! The greatest gladiator series in the world, Swords and Sandals, has just gone medieval! Swords and Sandals moves into the middle ages in this action packed, turn-based combat RPG.

Why similar: Fighting 18.5% ★, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Strategy RPG 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.2%, Medieval 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similar tactical turn-based combat system set in a medieval fantasy world.

The world of Swords and Sandals is at war! Join the Crusade against Emperor Antares! For the first time since 2007, the beloved Swords and Sandals Crusader returns, reforged from the ground up. Fast paced, addictive tactical warfare is back and better than ever!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 28.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.9%, Medieval 13.1%, RPG 10.7%, Strategy 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It expands the series' mechanics into a broader strategy-rpg format while keeping the familiar gladiator aesthetic.

Train gladiators. Manage a ludus. Fight in the arenas. Conquer the tower. Gods of Sand is a gladiator manager with intense turn-based combat, inspired by the Swords and Sandals series, in a dark and unforgiving setting.

Why similar: Turn-Based 40.1%, Turn-Based Combat 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Strategy 8.4%, RPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on the gladiator management and brutal arena combat themes found in the seed game.

Everyone’s favorite laid-back dungeon crawler returns in Soda Dungeon 2. Featuring a new adventure, a whole town to upgrade, crafting, new classes, alternate dimensions, and more! It’s everything you loved about the original plus all the stuff you’ve been asking for.

Why similar: Turn-Based 20.5%, Dungeon Crawler 16.7%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Medieval 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a similarly addictive, casual dungeon-crawling experience with party management and lighthearted humor.

In this rogue-lite turn-based RPG, you create a bloodline of gladiators, fight online with or against your friends in the arena, decide the fate of your fallen rivals, and bring honor, wealth, and the spoils of war to improve your legacy.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.7%, Strategy RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 12.7%, Medieval 12.6%, Comedy 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features humorous, turn-based gladiator combat that mirrors the lighthearted tone of the Swords and Sandals series.

A Turn-Based Fighting Game Set in the Roman Era, where you can develop your Gladiators and fight them in arenas to increase the glory of your Ludus.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.8%, Medieval 19.6%, RPG 15%, Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines tactical turn-based combat with the management of a gladiator school.

Prepare to inhabit a world of chivalry, class warfare and off-beat pop references. Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is a turn-based, retro style, pixel-art adventure full of danger, intrigue, death, and saving throws!

Why similar: Turn-Based 44.7%, RPG 22.6%, Strategy 9.4%, Comedy 6.7%, Adventure 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game uses a meta-narrative, humorous approach to turn-based RPG combat that feels very similar to the seed game.

A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!

Why similar: Turn-Based 39.1%, Turn-Based Combat 16.8%, Comedy 15.1%, RPG 9.5%, Strategy 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features deep turn-based combat and a vibrant, humorous art style that appeals to fans of casual RPGs.

Shieldwall Chronicles: Swords of the North is a gripping, tactical RPG that lets you build a powerful band of adventurers and partake in a grand adventure.

Why similar: Turn-Based 21.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Strategy RPG 12.7%, RPG 10.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on tactical turn-based combat in a fantasy setting with a strong emphasis on party-based strategy.

Crush monsters and get loots in the classic turn-based style of deep dungeons and high adventure! Grow the Dungeonmans Academy, a bastion of learning that expands as you play. Serious gameplay with a light-hearted atmosphere, combining the feel of history's great RPGs and dice-slinging adventures around the tabletop.

Why similar: Roguelike 36.2%, Turn-Based 30.9%, RPG 11.7%, Dungeon Crawler 10.3%, Strategy 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is a classic-style dungeon crawler that balances deep mechanics with a humorous and lighthearted tone.

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 41%, Turn-Based 19.5%, RPG 19.3%, Dungeon Crawler 17.9%, Indie 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a polished, turn-based dungeon-crawling experience with a strong emphasis on character progression.

Darkest Dungeon is a challenging gothic roguelike turn-based RPG about the psychological stresses of adventuring. Recruit, train, and lead a team of flawed heroes against unimaginable horrors, stress, disease, and the ever-encroaching dark. Can you keep your heroes together when all hope is lost?

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 28.6%, Dungeon Crawler 22.6%, Turn-Based 19.4%, Roguelike 10.9%, RPG 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a more challenging, high-stakes take on the turn-based dungeon-crawling genre.

Enter the world of PIXEL HEROES and prepare yourself for a thrilling RPG/Roguelike experience like you have never seen before!

Why similar: Turn-Based 31.2%, RPG 18.7%, Roguelike 12.3%, Roguelite 11%, Turn-Based Combat 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a casual, retro-styled RPG experience that focuses on party management and turn-based battles.

SanctuaryRPG: Black Edition is a humorous and strategic turn-based dungeon crawling ASCII adventure. Drawing heavy inspiration from both Roguelikes and Japanese RPGs, the game offers a robust action-RPG inspired combat system.

Why similar: RPG 18.2%, Dungeon Crawler 16.2%, Strategy RPG 13.2%, Roguelike 11.7%, Retro 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep, text-based, and retro-inspired RPG experience with complex turn-based combat.

Legend of Keepers is the perfect mix between Dungeon Defender and Roguelite. You have been hired as a dungeon manager by the Dungeons Company. Your job is simple: protect their dungeons!

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.6%, Turn-Based Combat 21.6%, Dungeon Crawler 20.6%, Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelite 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game flips the script by having you manage a dungeon, offering a strategic twist on the dungeon-crawler genre.

Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a turn-based tactical roguelike RPG set in a dark fantasy universe. Lead an army of undead to help an angry necromancer in his quest to reach the surface world and bring death to the mortal realms!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 25.6%, Turn-Based 16%, RPG 15%, Roguelike 11.8%, Strategy 11%

Why You'll Like It: It features dark, turn-based combat and dungeon exploration where you manage a team of minions.

Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!

Why similar: Turn-Based 28.9%, Turn-Based Combat 15.2%, Dungeon Crawler 11.3%, RPG 10.5%, Strategy 10%

Why You'll Like It: This title features turn-based, roguelite combat with a focus on party management and strategic decision-making.

In this successor to the celebrated RPG-parody Grotesque Tactics, you will experience an ironic story-driven RPG with humorous dialogue-puzzles in the style of Monkey Island.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.6%, RPG 16.9%, Strategy RPG 11.2%, Strategy 10.4%, Dungeon Crawler 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines tactical turn-based combat with a satirical, humorous fantasy story.

For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.5%, Roguelike 10.5%, RPG 9.9%, Roguelite 7%

Why You'll Like It: It blends turn-based combat with board-game-like exploration and party-based RPG mechanics.

Crossroads is a hardcore roguelike RPG dungeon crawler stylized as a card game. Create your hero and go to the adventures to gain levels, loot new gear, learn different spells and finally complete your quest!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23.8%, Strategy RPG 23.4%, Roguelite 16.4%, RPG 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a casual, roguelite dungeon-crawling experience with a focus on quick, turn-based encounters.

Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.

Why similar: Turn-Based 24.8%, Turn-Based Combat 19%, Dungeon Crawler 16.3%, RPG 13.5%, Strategy 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines turn-based combat with dungeon exploration in a unique, comic-book-inspired setting.

Swords & Souls: Neverseen is a unique RPG where leveling up takes skill! Create, train and upgrade your character as you please, discover The Neverseen and its eccentric locals, and battle across the lands to foil an evil witch's plans!

Why similar: Turn-Based 30%, Turn-Based Combat 24.1%, Strategy RPG 16.1%, RPG 10.5%, Strategy 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game features addictive, skill-based training mini-games and turn-based combat that feels very similar to the seed game.

Emberlight is a true roguelite dungeon crawler, set in a world where the Gods have given you a great gift - and a great curse. Explore procedurally generated dungeons as a Knight of the Ember Order. Conquer the quests set out before your party, and uncover the lore of the land.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.2%, Dungeon Crawler 15.8%, RPG 15.7%, Roguelite 13%, Strategy 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is a roguelite dungeon crawler that emphasizes turn-based combat and character growth.

Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.

Why similar: Turn-Based 43.1%, Roguelike 28.7%, RPG 9.2%, Dungeon Crawler 6.2%, Comedy 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title is a masterclass in puzzle-like, turn-based dungeon crawling that is easy to pick up but hard to master.

Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.1%, RPG 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Dungeon Crawler 13.7%, Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a gritty, turn-based dungeon-crawling experience with a high level of tactical depth.

A stylish blend of deck-building, turn-based tactics, and thrilling animated fight sequences in classic action-movie settings. Learn to balance your hand, momentum, and positioning to overcome the odds to defeat your adversaries. Build your deck, control the space and live to fight another day.

Why similar: Turn-Based 32.4%, Turn-Based Combat 26.3%, Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Roguelike 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on tactical, turn-based combat that emphasizes positioning and strategic card usage.

Another classic RPG from Warfare Studios! Enter the merciless world of gladiators! Can you be the king of the Arena?

Why similar: RPG 31.6%, Strategy 26.4%, Adventure 17.1%, Casual 15.8%, Indie 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a casual, adventure-focused experience with turn-based strategy elements.

A legend returns! The beloved classic Swords and Sandals 3 is back, re-forged in glory! Step back into the Gladiae Ultratus once more and prepare to take on the greatest gladiators in all Brandor. It's the hardest, most metal gladiator game ever made.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Roguelike 11.2%, RPG 10.4%, Medieval 9.7%

Tales of Maj’Eyal is a roguelike RPG, featuring tactical turn-based combat and advanced character building. Play as one of many unique races and classes in the lore-filled world of Eyal, exploring random dungeons, facing challenging battles, and developing characters with your own tailored mix of abilities and powers.

Why similar: Turn-Based 43.8%, Dungeon Crawler 28.2%, Roguelike 15.2%, RPG 9.2%, 2D 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep, traditional roguelike experience with complex turn-based combat and character builds.

"Gladiator, gladiator, gladiator, Swords and Sandals, Gladiatorrrrr!"You grew up playing the legendary Swords and Sandals turn based combat game series. These games have been played over half a billion times. Swords and Sandals is nostalgia, Swords and Sandals is life.

Why similar: Turn-Based 24.3%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Comedy 8.6%, RPG 7.2%

Gladiator! Grab your sword, equip your sandals and take on the world in multiplayer Swords and Sandals! Brutal turn-based combat where gladiators can lose limbs, wield guitars and yell so loudly enemy heads will fall off. This is the most fun you'll ever have in the arena!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 20%, Medieval 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Roguelike 9.3%

Grab your weapon of choice, polish your Rogue senses, and get ready to be thrown into the dark and oppressing dungeons of Claustrophobia! Experience deep character development, fast-paced tactical combat, and mountains of epic loot. Here begins a roguelike quest for glory, slaughter, and anything shiny!

Why similar: RPG 34.4%, Roguelike 31.8%, Strategy 25.3%, Indie 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the core loop of dungeon exploration and turn-based combat in a challenging environment.

All 5 classic games from SoulGame Studio in one epic collection. Slash through enemies and apples in Swords & Souls. Grab the wheel and outrun trouble in The Soul Driver. Outsmart and outmaneuver foes in the runners Rogue Soul & Rogue Soul 2 and solve clever puzzles with a flourish in The Gentleman.

Why similar: Turn-Based 24.9%, Strategy RPG 18.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Comedy 10.6%, RPG 7.2%

Relive the golden age of dungeon RPGs with Dungeon Antiqua 2! A retro 2D dungeon crawler bursting with SNES nostalgia. Hack, slash, and survive relentless side-view encounters! With 10 jobs and endless skill combos, forge the ultimate party and conquer the depths—if you dare!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.5%, RPG 27.8%, Hack and Slash 15.3%, Turn-Based 14.8%, 2D 5.8%

Pop the top on some legendary action with Soda Dungeon, the fresh and fizzy hit mobile RPG adventure, now available on your desktop! Manage your team as you raid the local dungeons, upgrade your tavern, and attract new party members. Gold, legendary items, and more await you.

Why similar: Turn-Based 32.3%, Dungeon Crawler 19%, RPG 17.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%, Casual 5.8%

The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 27.2%, Turn-Based Combat 25.7%, RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Retro 6.8%

You have been a knight. You have been a gladiator. Now for the first time in Swords and Sandals, you are a PIRATE! Embark upon the grandest adventure of all in Swords and Sandals Pirates, the latest epic chapter in the hugely popular RPG series!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 25%, RPG 15.1%, Roguelike 12.7%, Strategy 12.4%, Retro 9.5%

Desktop Dungeons: Rewind - Daily Demo is a new, procedurally generated challenge, designed to rack the strongest minds…DAILY! So grab your sword, embark on this brain-teasing roguelike adventure, explore dangerous dungeons, and prepare for the full game! Do you have what it takes to be the GOAT?!

Why similar: Turn-Based 32%, Dungeon Crawler 13.3%, Comedy 12.9%, Roguelike 10.8%, Roguelite 7.9%

The cult-classic saga is back! Battle for fame, power, and wealth in the subterranean nation of Avernum. Conquer an enormous underworld in this epic turn-based fantasy RPG. Features huge, clever dungeons, varied and cunning foes, 100s of artifacts to find or craft, and a really cool story.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 27%, RPG 21.5%, Dungeon Crawler 18.5%, Strategy 11.5%, Retro 9.2%

Welcome to the world of dungeon crawling! The classic dungeon crawler released back in 2006, returns to Steam with improved UI and more.

Why similar: Turn-Based 29.3%, Dungeon Crawler 23.8%, Turn-Based Combat 14.7%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, RPG 9.2%

Embark on a free, exciting roguelike adventure with Gumballs & Dungeons! Collect and find hundreds of Gumballs, all with their own unique abilities, and create a synergistic team to tackle procedurally generated dungeons, discovering secrets and a trove of easter eggs as you explore!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 20.7%, Strategy RPG 20.2%, Roguelike 11.9%, RPG 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%

Set out on a grand adventure in this turn-based, retro style, pixel-art RPG, inspired by the great titles of the 90's. Take on the roles of in-game players taking on the roles of their characters in a traditional pen and paper RPG session in the ultimate meta roleplaying experience.

Why similar: Turn-Based 53.7%, RPG 22.4%, Comedy 8.6%, Retro 4.2%, Indie 3.7%

From the universe of Shakes & Fidget, the NEW Team Battle RPG dungeon crawler!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.6%, Comedy 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.2%, RPG 14.9%, Adventure 7.1%

Are you ready to take on dark winding dungeons crawling with magic and monsters? Prepare yourself for a remastered classic dungeon crawler, full of exploration, combat, and endless opportunities.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 31%, Dungeon Crawler 27.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, RPG 13.1%, Adventure 6.7%

Pixel Dungeon is an exciting and extremely popular roguelike (more than 2 million mobile installs!). Explore the depths of Pixel Dungeon, collect useful items and fight fierce monsters to find the Amulet of Yendor - the ultimate artefact of this game world!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 32.4%, Roguelike 22%, RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Adventure 6.4%

"The oldest and most abhorrent Prophecy has become reality. This is endless and merciless warfare for Buriedbornes, army can revive forever." The long-awaited sequel to the easy-to-play turn-based dungeon RPG series is finally here!

Why similar: Medieval 17.6%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Roguelike 14.2%, RPG 12.3%

Dive into the world of Royal Booty Quest and experience the thrill of deckbuilding and roguelike adventure like never before.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 22.7%, Turn-Based Combat 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Roguelike 11.6%, Roguelite 10.6%

Explore randomly generated content and experience the thrill of a classic tactical turn-based rogue-like RPG! Choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Get ready for an unforgettable journey of strategy, skill, and discovery.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.8%, Dungeon Crawler 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.4%, Roguelike 12%, RPG 9.1%

Enter a labyrinth that moves as you move, where mastering the elements is key to defeating enemies and uncovering the mysteries of this underground world. With a new experience awaiting every time you enter the dungeon, let the power bestowed by the crown guide you in this challenging adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based 23%, Turn-Based Combat 17.6%, Dungeon Crawler 15.2%, Roguelike 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%

The third installment in the classic dungeon-crawling RPG series comes to Steam, remastered and better than ever! Build your roster of heroes as you venture into procedurally-generated dungeons, fight monsters in turn-based battles, and find powerful new equipment.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.4%, Turn-Based Combat 23.6%, Turn-Based 11.8%, RPG 11.4%, 2D 5.7%

Re-experience the thrill and challenges of managing a Gladiator arena in this management/simulation game. With new content, new graphics, Quality of Life updates, and all DLCs packed into this new experience, this is how Blackthorn Arena was meant to be experienced.

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 29.1%, Medieval 24.5%, Strategy RPG 23.1%, Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%

FATE fans! You asked for it and we delivered. FATE: Undiscovered Realms, the dungeon crawl-ier sequel to our classic dungeon crawler, is now available! Take up the quest to find a mysterious tome. Import your characters from the original FATE and start a new adventure today!

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 41%, RPG 30.3%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, Adventure 12.1%

Gladius is an immersive VR sword fighting game set in ancient Rome. As a gladiator, you will choose your weapons, train against different enemies, and finally fight for your freedom in an epic battle against the mightiest warriors and mythical creatures of the time. Win the crowd and you will win your freedom.

Why similar: Fighting 42.9% ★, Dungeon Crawler 20.9%, Medieval 14.2%, Hack and Slash 13.2%, Adventure 5.3%

Manage a team of traveling gladiators in this turn-based fantasy roguelike. Find the best recruits, discover powerful item combinations and come up with clever tactics on the battlefield. The tournament awaits those who desire MORTAL GLORY!

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 36%, Roguelike 19.6%, Roguelite 14.9%, RPG 10%, Retro 9.4%

Spin your way to victory in this slotmachine-driven dungeon crawler. Battle monsters, collect loot and unleash the power of the random reels !

Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 26.1%, RPG 18.6%, Turn-Based Combat 15.8%, Roguelike 14.3%, Roguelite 10.4%

A fantasy gladiator strategy RPG with vibrant characters, funny random events, team management mechanics, and emergent relationship-building. Uncover a sinister conspiracy; fight deep turn-based tactical battles; watch your characters grow together!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 39.9%, Turn-Based Combat 34%, RPG 10.8%, Strategy 9.9%, Colorful 5.4%

Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself in your quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in Shovel Knight Dig, an all-new Shovel Knight adventure!

Why similar: Roguelike 47.1%, 2D 20.2%, Colorful 13.3%, Adventure 10.6%, Retro 7.3%