Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Black Desert (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Black Desert 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 Black Desert 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
Axes are fitted to these 24 games rather than the full 0 to 100 scale, because a filtered list shares a narrow band and would otherwise sit in one corner. End values are marked. A point on the left edge is the lowest of thesegames, not a low score.
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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How positions are decided
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- Fetched from live third-party data. Player sentiment from Steam, critic aggregates as published on store pages, prices checked hourly, attention from Wikipedia. Each figure carries its source and the date it was read, and we do not adjust any of them.
The short version
- Closest match: Guild Wars 2, which both fantasy, atmospheric and strategy.
- Black Desert is tagged MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG, Adventure, Fantasy, Action 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.
- 8 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Black Desert
The five things Steam players tag Black Desert 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.
- MMORPG
- Massively Multiplayer
- Open World
- Character Customization
- RPG
| Reception | on Steam (74% of 94,179) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $9.99 |
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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Guild Wars 2
Why it matched: both fantasy, atmospheric and strategy; shares 10 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Character Customization; released around the same time (2012).
Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!
Guild Wars 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio ArenaNet Player sentiment 88% positive of 29,449 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (88% of 29,449)
Matches Black Desert on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, Adventure, RPG, Character Customization, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game (details)
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGRPGCharacter CustomizationFantasy3DMassively MultiplayerPvPCombat
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Knight Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, war and strategy; shares 8 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and PvP; released around the same time (2016).
The Great Battle between Karus and El Morad has arrived to Steam! Pledge allegiance to one of the Nations and put your skills to the test in one of the best PvP system in the MMORPG universe!
Knight Online at a glance Released 2016 Studio Noah System Player sentiment 51% positive of 11,259 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.0/10 · Steam: (51% of 11,259)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Action, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGWarStrategyCharacter CustomizationFantasy
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Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, war, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and War; released around the same time (2017).
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™.
Middle-earth: Shadow of War at a glance Released 2017 Studio Monolith Productions Player sentiment 89% positive of 116,690 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (89% of 116,690)
Matches Black Desert on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Open World, Action, RPG, Singleplayer, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $4.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:RPGFantasyWarMedievalMagicStrategy
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Mount & Blade
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, war and strategy; shares 7 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 Black Desert on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Medieval, Open World, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $9.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Black Desert:RPGMedievalStrategyCharacter CustomizationSimulationFantasyWar
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Albion Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2018).
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.
Albion Online at a glance Released 2018 Studio Sandbox Interactive GmbH Player sentiment 78% positive of 93,490 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (78% of 93,490)
Matches Black Desert on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCraftingPvPMedievalFantasyStrategy
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Warspear Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
Create your hero and dive into an epic 2D MMORPG! Explore a vast open world, conquer castles, battle in free-for-all PvP, team up in guilds, join Alliance wars, explore dungeons, and celebrate with fun in-game events!
Warspear Online at a glance Released 2017 Studio Titulum Enterprises Limited Player sentiment 72% positive of 3,147 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.1/10 · Steam: (72% of 3,147)
Matches Black Desert on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, Free to Play, Pixel Graphics, Massively Multiplayer, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyPvPStrategy
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Dark and Light
Why it matched: both open world and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, RPG and Fantasy; released around the same time (2017).
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.
Dark and Light at a glance Released 2017 Studio Snail Games USA Player sentiment 52% positive of 11,829 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.1/10 · Steam: (52% of 11,829)
Matches Black Desert on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Open World, Survival, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $17.99 — $8.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:Massively MultiplayerRPGFantasyMagicMMORPGSimulationCraftingMedieval
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Mortal Online 2
Why it matched: both open world and fantasy; shares 10 player tags including MMORPG, PvP and Character Customization.
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?
Mortal Online 2 at a glance Released 2022 Studio Star Vault AB Player sentiment 60% positive of 13,915 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.6/10 · Steam: (60% of 13,915)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, Sandbox, Open World, PvP, Character Customization — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGPvPCharacter CustomizationRPGMedievalFantasyMagicCrafting
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RIFT
Why it matched: both open world and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Fantasy; released around the same time (2011).
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.
RIFT at a glance Released 2011 Studio gamigo US Inc. Player sentiment 74% positive of 11,635 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (74% of 11,635)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, RPG, Fantasy, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGRPGFantasyMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPMagicCrafting
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EVE Online
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, RPG and PvP.
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.
EVE Online at a glance Released 2003 Studio Simon & Schuster Player sentiment 73% positive of 39,389 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (73% of 39,389)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: Space, Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game (details)
Shared with Black Desert:Massively MultiplayerRPGPvPStrategyCharacter CustomizationMMORPGWar
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Mount & Blade: Warband
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, war and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Medieval, RPG and Strategy; released around the same time (2010).
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 Black Desert on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Medieval, RPG, Open World, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $19.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Black Desert:MedievalRPGStrategySimulationFantasy
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2014).
Join over 30 million adventurers worldwide and take part in an epic and ever-changing FINAL FANTASY. Experience an unforgettable story, exhilarating battles, and a myriad of captivating environments to explore.
FINAL FANTASY XIV Online at a glance Released 2014 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 87% positive of 85,571 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (87% of 85,571)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: MMORPG, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Character Customization, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $19.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationFantasyMagicCrafting
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The Elder Scrolls Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including RPG, MMORPG and Fantasy; released around the same time (2014).
Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.
The Elder Scrolls Online at a glance Released 2014 Studio ZeniMax Online Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 161,491 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (81% of 161,491)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, MMORPG, Open World, Fantasy, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $19.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, monetisation inside the game, servers and connection (details)
Shared with Black Desert:RPGMMORPGFantasyMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPMagic
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Total War: WARHAMMER
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, war, atmospheric and strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Fantasy and War; released around the same time (2016).
The Old World is yours to command. Lead Legendary Lords in a combination of turn-based campaign and magically charged, strategic real-time battles, and decide the fate of your chosen race in a fight against Chaos.
Total War: WARHAMMER at a glance Released 2016 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 79% positive of 52,323 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (79% of 52,323)
Matches Black Desert on: 2 of 5 — Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Strategy, Fantasy, RTS, War, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $59.99 — $50.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:StrategyFantasyWarRPG
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For Honor
Why it matched: both fantasy, war, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Medieval, PvP and War; released around the same time (2017).
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.
For Honor at a glance Released 2017 Studio Ubisoft Blue Byte Player sentiment 69% positive of 163,990 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (69% of 163,990)
Matches Black Desert on: 1 of 5 — RPG
Why players like it: Medieval, Swordplay, Action, Multiplayer, Fighting — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $29.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MedievalPvPWarStrategyRPGFantasy
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Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Medieval and Strategy; released around the same time (2011).
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 Black Desert on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Open World, Medieval, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $9.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:RPGMedievalStrategyWarCharacter CustomizationSimulation
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Battle Brothers
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Medieval; released around the same time (2017).
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.
Battle Brothers at a glance Released 2017 Studio Overhype Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 28,671 Price $8.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (88% of 28,671)
Matches Black Desert on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $8.99 — $1.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:StrategyRPGMedievalCharacter CustomizationWarSimulation
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Strife
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2015).
Strife® is a truly free to play, competitive, MOBA that features non-stop action and engaging combat. Take control of powerful and versatile heroes, each capable of dominating in unique ways, and exert your will in an epic battle between two teams.
Strife at a glance Released 2015 Studio S2 Games Player sentiment 77% positive of 4,886 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (77% of 4,886)
Matches Black Desert on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:StrategyRPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyPvPMMORPG
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Dragon Age: Inquisition
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Character Customization and Fantasy; released around the same time (2014).
Winner of over 130 Game of the Year awards, discover the definitive Dragon Age: Inquisition experience. The Game of the Year Edition includes the critically acclaimed game, all three official add-ons - Jaws of Hakkon, The Descent, and Trespasser - and more.
Dragon Age: Inquisition at a glance Released 2014 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 76% positive of 21,376 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (76% of 21,376)
Matches Black Desert on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: RPG, Character Customization, Open World, Choices Matter, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report will not launch or install, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Black Desert:RPGCharacter CustomizationFantasyStrategyCombat
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Squad
Why it matched: both open world, war, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including War, Massively Multiplayer and Strategy.
Squad is a tactical FPS that provides authentic combat experiences through teamwork, communication, and realistic combat. It bridges the gap between arcade shooter and military realism with 100-player battles, combined-arms warfare, and base building.
Squad at a glance Released 2020 Studio Offworld Player sentiment 81% positive of 242,753 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (81% of 242,753)
Matches Black Desert on: 2 of 5 — Massively Multiplayer, Open World
Why players like it: Military, Realistic, FPS, Multiplayer, Tactical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:WarMassively MultiplayerStrategySimulationPvP
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School of Dragons
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, RPG and MMORPG; released around the same time (2014).
Fly fast, train hard, and learn well to become the Ultimate Dragon Trainer! Join Chief Hiccup and Toothless and embark on the thrilling adventures of DreamWorks Animation’s ‘How to Train Your Dragon’. Play with your friends and explore mysterious worlds in this action-packed learning experience!
School of Dragons at a glance Released 2014 Studio JumpStart Games, Inc. Player sentiment 62% positive of 5,502 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.6/10 · Steam: (62% of 5,502)
Matches Black Desert on: 4 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, Dragons, Adventure, Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:Massively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGFantasySimulationPvP
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Conan Exiles Enhanced
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Crafting, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2018).
Conan Exiles Enhanced is an open world survival game set in the mythical lands of Hyboria, now fully upgraded to Unreal Engine 5 with stunning visuals and improved performance. SURVIVE, BUILD, and DOMINATE alone or with friends in a world brimming with adventure!
Conan Exiles Enhanced at a glance Released 2018 Studio Funcom Player sentiment 79% positive of 117,272 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (79% of 117,272)
Matches Black Desert on: 3 of 5 — Massively Multiplayer, Open World, RPG
Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Nudity, Building, Open World Survival Craft — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $39.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:CraftingRPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyPvP
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Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Medieval, Strategy and RPG.
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 Black Desert on: 3 of 5 — Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: Medieval, Strategy, Open World, RPG, War — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: $49.99 — $40.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Black Desert:MedievalStrategyRPGWarCharacter CustomizationSimulation
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Neverwinter
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2013).
Neverwinter is a free, action MMORPG based on the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons fantasy roleplaying game. Epic stories, action combat and classic roleplaying await those heroes courageous enough to enter the fantastic world of Neverwinter!
Neverwinter at a glance Released 2013 Studio Cryptic Studios Player sentiment 77% positive of 39,651 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (77% of 39,651)
Matches Black Desert on: 5 of 5 — MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Character Customization, RPG
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Black Desert: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Black Desert:MMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyCharacter CustomizationPvP
Common questions
What game is most like Black Desert?
Guild Wars 2, on the evidence we have. It both fantasy, atmospheric 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 Black Desert" 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 Black Desert. 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.