Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Battle Brothers (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Battle Brothers on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like Battle Brothers on a map
Compare the whole catalogueThe same 24 games, plotted rather than listed. The two axes below are the ones the ranking is built from, so a game sitting high and right is a game the formula placed near the top. Change either axis to see the field a different way. Where we hold a publisher wordmark, the game is drawn as its mark rather than a dot.
24 games have both
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Players. The share of Steam reviews marked positive, pulled toward the catalogue average in proportion to how few reviews stand behind it. A game with 200 reviews moves a long way toward the average; one with 200,000 barely moves at all. Without this a title sitting at 100 percent on nine reviews outranks Half-Life 2 at 98 percent on 278,000.
Popularity. A blend of two things that are not the same. Audience is how many people wrote a Steam review, which is a floor on how many played it. Reach is how many language editions of Wikipedia document the game, which is cultural footprint rather than sales. A game can score high on one and low on the other: a huge free-to-play title has audience without reach, and a landmark console exclusive has reach without a Steam audience at all. Where both exist they are averaged; where only one does, that one carries it.
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The short version
- Closest match: Mount & Blade, which both open world, war, historical and strategy.
- Battle Brothers is tagged Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World, Turn-Based Tactics, Turn-Based Strategy, Character Customization, War by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 2 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Battle Brothers
The five things Steam players tag Battle Brothers with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Strategy
- RPG
- Medieval
- Open World
- Turn-Based Tactics
| Reception | on Steam (88% of 28,671) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $8.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Mount & Blade
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 10 player tags including RPG, Medieval and Strategy.
Calradia is a land at war, offering great riches and even greater dangers to adventurers and mercenaries that flock to shed their blood on its soil. With courage and a strong sword, an unknown stranger can make a name as a warrior. Free-form sand-box gameplay.
Mount & Blade at a glance Released 2008 Studio TaleWorlds Player sentiment 92% positive of 6,718 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (92% of 6,718)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 4 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World
Why players like it: RPG, Medieval, Open World, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $9.99 — $1.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Battle Brothers:RPGMedievalStrategySandboxModdableHistoricalCharacter CustomizationSimulation
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Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Medieval, Strategy and RPG; released around the same time (2020).
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.
Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord at a glance Released 2020 Studio TaleWorlds Player sentiment 88% positive of 296,754 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (88% of 296,754)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 4 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World
Why players like it: Medieval, Strategy, Open World, RPG, War — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $49.99 — $41.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Battle Brothers:MedievalStrategyRPGWarSandboxCharacter CustomizationSimulationModdable
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Crusader Kings III
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Medieval and Simulation; released around the same time (2020).
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.
Crusader Kings III at a glance Released 2020 Studio Development Studio Player sentiment 90% positive of 143,235 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (90% of 143,235)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 3 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval
Why players like it: Strategy, Medieval, Grand Strategy, Simulation, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $49.99 — $41.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyMedievalSimulationRPGHistoricalCharacter CustomizationSandboxWar
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Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 10 player tags including Strategy, Medieval and Historical.
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.
Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2006 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 96% positive of 36,357 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (96% of 36,357)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Medieval
Why players like it: Strategy, Medieval, Historical, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $24.99 — $16.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyMedievalHistoricalTurn-Based StrategyWarTacticalModdableTurn-Based
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Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Medieval and Strategy.
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.
Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword at a glance Released 2011 Studio TaleWorlds Entertainment Player sentiment 88% positive of 14,037 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (88% of 14,037)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 4 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World
Why players like it: RPG, Open World, Medieval, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $9.99 — $1.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:RPGMedievalStrategyHistoricalWarSandboxCharacter CustomizationModdable
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ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 11 player tags including Turn-Based Tactics, War and Character Customization; released around the same time (2020).
Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors!
ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV at a glance Released 2020 Studio KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. Player sentiment 63% positive of 15,932 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: (63% of 15,932)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 3 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Turn-Based Tactics, Wargame, Military, Immersive Sim, Diplomacy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $59.99 — $51.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:Turn-Based TacticsWarCharacter CustomizationTurn-Based StrategyStrategyHistoricalSimulationTactical
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Total War: ATTILA
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Historical and War; released around the same time (2015).
Against a darkening background of famine, disease and war, a new power is rising in the great steppes of the East. With a million horsemen at his back, the ultimate warrior king approaches, and his sights are set on Rome… The next instalment in the multi award-winning PC series that combines turn-based strategy with real-time tactics,...
Total War: ATTILA at a glance Released 2015 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 82% positive of 37,686 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (82% of 37,686)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 3 of 5 — Strategy, Medieval, Open World
Why players like it: Strategy, Historical, War, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $44.99 — $36.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalWarTurn-Based StrategyTacticalMedievalTurn-BasedSimulation
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Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Historical and War; released around the same time (2019).
Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.
Total War: THREE KINGDOMS at a glance Released 2019 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 82% positive of 93,602 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (82% of 93,602)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Historical, War, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $39.99 — $31.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalWarTurn-Based StrategyTacticalTurn-BasedSimulationSandbox
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HUMANKIND
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy and Historical; released around the same time (2021).
Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.
HUMANKIND at a glance Released 2021 Studio AMPLITUDE Studios Player sentiment 69% positive of 28,708 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (69% of 28,708)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Open World
Why players like it: Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, 4X, Multiplayer, City Builder — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $4.99 — $4.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyTurn-Based StrategyHistoricalTurn-BasedWarSimulationTacticalCharacter Customization
- 10
Age of History II
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Historical and War; released around the same time (2018).
Age of History II is a grand strategy wargame that is simple to learn yet hard to master.Your objective is to use military tactics and cunning diplomacy to either unify the world, or conquer it.Will the world bleed out or bow before you? The choice is yours..
Age of History II at a glance Released 2018 Studio Łukasz Jakowski Player sentiment 90% positive of 49,963 Price $5.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (90% of 49,963)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Open World
Why players like it: Strategy, Historical, War, Grand Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $5.99 — $3.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalWarTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedSimulationSandbox
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Mount & Blade: Warband
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Medieval, RPG and Strategy.
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!
Mount & Blade: Warband at a glance Released 2010 Studio TaleWorlds Player sentiment 98% positive of 172,005 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (98% of 172,005)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 4 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World
Why players like it: Medieval, RPG, Open World, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $19.99 — $11.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Battle Brothers:MedievalRPGStrategySandboxModdableHistoricalSimulation
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Crusader Kings II
Why it matched: both open world, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Medieval and Historical.
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Crusader Kings II at a glance Released 2012 Studio Development Studio Player sentiment 91% positive of 73,903 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (91% of 73,903)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 3 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval
Why players like it: Grand Strategy, Strategy, Medieval, Historical, Political Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyMedievalHistoricalSimulationRPGSandboxReplay ValueModdable
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Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Historical and Turn-Based Strategy; released around the same time (2013).
Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch.
Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition at a glance Released 2013 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 88% positive of 88,148 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (88% of 88,148)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Strategy, Historical, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy, Rome — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $59.99 — $51.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalTurn-Based StrategyTacticalWarTurn-BasedSimulationTurn-Based Tactics
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Blood of Steel
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Medieval and Strategy; released around the same time (2020).
"Blood of Steel" is a fair competitive multiplayer online game. You will ride into a battlefield where thousands clash, employing unique four-directional slashing maneuvers and strategic formations to defeat your opponents, experiencing the charm of warfare in the age of cold weapons!
Blood of Steel at a glance Released 2020 Studio YC Games Player sentiment 75% positive of 6,901 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (75% of 6,901)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 3 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Medieval
Why players like it: Hack and Slash, RPG, Medieval, Free to Play, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:RPGMedievalStrategyWarSandboxHistoricalTactical
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Hearts of Iron IV
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, War and Historical; released around the same time (2016).
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.
Hearts of Iron IV at a glance Released 2016 Studio Paradox Development Studio Player sentiment 90% positive of 375,658 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (90% of 375,658)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Open World
Why players like it: Strategy, World War II, Grand Strategy, War, Historical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $49.99 — $41.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyWarHistoricalSimulationTacticalSandbox
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Sid Meier's Civilization IV
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy and Turn-Based.
With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new...
Sid Meier's Civilization IV at a glance Released 2006 Studio Firaxis Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 57 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: (95% of 57)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, Turn-Based, 4X, Historical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $19.99 — $11.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedHistoricalModdableReplay ValueSimulationWar
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Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Historical and War.
Complete your Total War collection with this Definitive Edition of Total War: NAPOLEON, which includes all DLC and feature updates since the game’s release
Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2010 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 92% positive of 27,543 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (92% of 27,543)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Strategy, Historical, Grand Strategy, War, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $24.99 — $16.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalWarTurn-Based StrategyTacticalTurn-BasedTurn-Based TacticsSimulation
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Men of War: Assault Squad
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, War and Tactical.
Men of War: Assault Squad delivers a deeply tactical WWII experience, blending large-scale strategy with intense, hands-on combat. Fight across multiple fronts – from European countryside to Pacific jungles and command every unit and every bullet on the battlefield.
Men of War: Assault Squad at a glance Released 2011 Studio Digitalmindsoft Player sentiment 87% positive of 5,176 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (87% of 5,176)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, World War II, War, Tactical, RTS — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $9.99 — $1.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyWarTacticalHistoricalSimulationModdableSandbox
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Europa Universalis III
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Historical and Sandbox.
Europa Universalis III Complete includes the original Europa Universalis III as well as the expansions In Nomine and Napoleons Ambition Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy.
Europa Universalis III at a glance Released 2007 Studio Development Studio Player sentiment 83% positive of 2,001 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (83% of 2,001)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Medieval
Why players like it: Grand Strategy, Strategy, Historical, Political Sim, Real-Time with Pause — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $14.99 — $6.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalSandboxSimulationWarMedievalModdable
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Imperator: Rome
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Historical; released around the same time (2019).
Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.
Imperator: Rome at a glance Released 2019 Studio Paradox Development Studio Player sentiment 66% positive of 26,891 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (66% of 26,891)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Open World
Why players like it: Strategy, Grand Strategy, Simulation, Rome, Historical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $39.99 — $31.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategySimulationHistoricalWarModdableSandbox
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Kingdom Heroes 8
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Tactical RPG, War and Historical; released around the same time (2021).
The " Kingdom Heroes" series is a classic horizontal battle single-player game developed by Userjoy, which has been released seven generations since 1998. The latest sequel, " Kingdom Heroes 8", will feature a new look and exciting battles, interpreting the magnificent era of the Three Kingdoms.
Kingdom Heroes 8 at a glance Released 2021 Studio USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. Player sentiment 54% positive of 14,707 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.3/10 · Steam: (54% of 14,707)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, RPG
Why players like it: RTS, Tactical RPG, Real Time Tactics, War, Strategy RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $29.99 — $21.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:Tactical RPGWarHistoricalCharacter CustomizationStrategyRPGSimulationTactical
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Stronghold Crusader HD (2012)
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Medieval, War and Strategy; released around the same time (2013).
The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
Stronghold Crusader HD (2012) at a glance Released 2013 Studio Firefly Studios Player sentiment 97% positive of 21,059 Price $1.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (97% of 21,059)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 2 of 5 — Strategy, Medieval
Why players like it: Military, City Builder, Real Time Tactics, Medieval, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $1.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:MedievalWarStrategySandboxHistoricalSimulation
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Europa Universalis IV
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, Historical and Simulation; released around the same time (2013).
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.
Europa Universalis IV at a glance Released 2013 Studio Development Studio Player sentiment 88% positive of 137,275 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (88% of 137,275)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Grand Strategy, Strategy, Historical, Simulation, 4X — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $49.99 — $41.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyHistoricalSimulationReplay ValueSandboxModdable
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ENDLESS Space 2
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2017).
ENDLESS Space™ 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS Universe™. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?
ENDLESS Space 2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio AMPLITUDE Studios Player sentiment 83% positive of 23,056 Price $7.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (83% of 23,056)
Matches Battle Brothers on: 3 of 5 — Strategy, RPG, Open World
Why players like it: Strategy, Space, Sci-fi, 4X, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Battle Brothers: $7.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Battle Brothers:StrategyTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedWarModdableSandboxRPG
Common questions
What game is most like Battle Brothers?
Mount & Blade, on the evidence we have. It both open world, war, historical and strategy. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Battle Brothers" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Battle Brothers. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.