Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Blood of Steel (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Blood of Steel 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 Blood of Steel 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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How positions are decided
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The short version
- Closest match: Crusader Kings III, which both open world, war, historical and strategy.
- Blood of Steel is tagged Hack and Slash, RPG, Medieval, Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer, War, 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.
- 6 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Blood of Steel
The five things Steam players tag Blood of Steel 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.
- Hack and Slash
- RPG
- Medieval
- Free to Play
- Strategy
| Reception | on Steam (75% of 6,901) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | Free |
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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Crusader Kings III
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Medieval and Grand Strategy; 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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Medieval, Grand Strategy, Simulation, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $49.99 — $49.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyMedievalGrand StrategyRPGHistoricalSandboxRTSWar
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Conqueror's Blade
Why it matched: both war and strategy; shares 11 player tags including Medieval, Tactical and Strategy; released around the same time (2019).
Master the art of siege tactics in Conqueror's Blade, a tactical action MMO brought to you by Booming Tech. Create your hero, command medieval units, and ride out for epic online battles in a vast new world. Play for free today!
Conqueror's Blade at a glance Released 2019 Studio Booming Tech Player sentiment 75% positive of 29,826 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: (75% of 29,826)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — Medieval, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Medieval, Tactical, Strategy, Action, Free to Play — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:MedievalTacticalStrategyFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerWarGrand StrategyOnline Co-Op
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Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Medieval, Strategy, Open World, RPG, War — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $49.99 — $49.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Blood of Steel:MedievalStrategyRPGWarSandboxHorsesHistorical
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Battle Brothers
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $8.99 — $8.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyRPGMedievalWarSandboxTacticalHistorical
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Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 8 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 Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Medieval, Historical, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $24.99 — $24.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyMedievalHistoricalGrand StrategyWarRTSTacticalSandbox
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Call of War: World War 2
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Free to Play and War; released around the same time (2017).
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!
Call of War: World War 2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Bytro Labs GmbH Player sentiment 71% positive of 6,372 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: (71% of 6,372)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Free to Play, World War II, War, Grand Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyFree to PlayWarGrand StrategyTacticalHistoricalMassively MultiplayerRTS
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Hearts of Iron IV
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Grand Strategy and War; 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 Blood of Steel on: 1 of 5 — Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, World War II, Grand Strategy, War, Historical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $49.99 — $49.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyGrand StrategyWarHistoricalTacticalRTSSandbox
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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 Blood of Steel on: 4 of 5 — Hack and Slash, RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Medieval, RPG, Open World, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Blood of Steel:MedievalRPGStrategySandboxHorsesHistoricalHack and Slash
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Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 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 Blood of Steel 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 Blood of Steel: $39.99 — $39.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyHistoricalWarGrand StrategyRTSTacticalSandbox
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Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: RPG, Open World, Medieval, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $9.99 — $9.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:RPGMedievalStrategyHistoricalWarSandboxHorses
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Heroes & Generals
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, War and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2016).
Shoot, blow sh!t up, fly or bark orders in the ultimate Free-to-Play, large scale, multiplayer, shooter experience. Thousands of players in multiple battles fighting one massive war of nations. The first to capture 15 cities takes the glory.
Heroes & Generals at a glance Released 2016 Studio TLM Partners Player sentiment 68% positive of 141,628 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (68% of 141,628)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Free to Play, World War II, FPS, Multiplayer, War — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:Free to PlayWarMassively MultiplayerStrategyTacticalHistoricalRTS
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Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, RTS and War; released around the same time (2021).
Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world.
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition at a glance Released 2021 Studio World's Edge Player sentiment 86% positive of 95,393 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (86% of 95,393)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, RTS, Base-Building, Multiplayer, War — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $39.99 — $39.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyRTSWarMedievalHistoricalPvPOnline Co-Op
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War Selection
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Free to Play and RTS; released around the same time (2019).
War Selection is a compelling RTS game featuring base building, resource extraction and warfare. Evolve from a stone age tribe to a distinct industrial nation with unique game mechanics and battle for supremacy with dozens of players on a unique procedurally generated map.
War Selection at a glance Released 2019 Studio Glyph Worlds Player sentiment 85% positive of 23,534 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (85% of 23,534)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Base-Building, Free to Play, RTS, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyFree to PlayRTSWarOnline Co-OpMassively MultiplayerPvPHistorical
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Crusader Kings II
Why it matched: both open world, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Grand Strategy, Strategy and Medieval.
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 Blood of Steel on: 4 of 5 — RPG, Medieval, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Grand Strategy, Strategy, Medieval, Historical, Political Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:Grand StrategyStrategyMedievalHistoricalRPGSandboxFree to PlayRTS
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Foxhole
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Massively Multiplayer, Sandbox and War; released around the same time (2022).
Foxhole is a massively multiplayer game where thousands of players shape the outcome of a persistent online war. Every individual soldier is a player that contributes to the war effort through logistics, base building, reconnaissance, combat, and more.
Foxhole at a glance Released 2022 Studio Siege Camp Player sentiment 79% positive of 52,962 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (79% of 52,962)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Strategy
Why players like it: Massively Multiplayer, Wargame, Military, Base-Building, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $29.99 — $29.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:Massively MultiplayerSandboxWarTacticalPvPStrategyRPG
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Europa Universalis III
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Grand Strategy, Strategy and Historical.
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 Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Grand Strategy, Strategy, Historical, Political Sim, Real-Time with Pause — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $14.99 — $14.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Blood of Steel:Grand StrategyStrategyHistoricalSandboxRTSWarMedieval
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PlanetSide 2
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and War.
PlanetSide 2 is an all-out planetary war, where thousands of players battle as one across enormous continents. Utilize infantry, ground and air vehicles, and teamwork to destroy your enemies in this revolutionary first-person shooter on a massive scale.
PlanetSide 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio Rogue Planet Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 74,813 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (80% of 74,813)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Free to Play, FPS, Massively Multiplayer, Shooter, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerWarTacticalPvPOnline Co-OpStrategyRPG
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Total War Battles: KINGDOM
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Free to Play and Medieval.
The Cross Platform, bite-sized Total War – Easy to pick up, quick-fire strategy gaming sessions where you can expand your realm and fight battles no matter which device you choose.
Total War Battles: KINGDOM at a glance Released 2015 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 52% positive of 3,499 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.9/10 · Steam: (52% of 3,499)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — Medieval, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Free to Play, Medieval, Multiplayer, War — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyFree to PlayMedievalWarRTSSandboxHistorical
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Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both war, historical and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, RTS and Historical; released around the same time (2020).
Lead powerful civilizations across the globe, master strategies and tactics, and relive history in co op battles—now remastered in stunning 4K and modernized gameplay.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio World's Edge Player sentiment 86% positive of 54,770 Price $34.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (86% of 54,770)
Matches Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — Medieval, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Base-Building, RTS, Multiplayer, Military — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $34.99 — $34.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyRTSHistoricalWarFree to PlayPvPOnline Co-OpMedieval
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Mount & Blade
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 6 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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: RPG, Medieval, Open World, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $9.99 — $9.99 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Blood of Steel:RPGMedievalStrategySandboxHistoricalWar
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Total War: ATTILA
Why it matched: both open world, war, historical and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Historical and War.
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 Blood of Steel on: 2 of 5 — Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Historical, War, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $44.99 — $44.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:StrategyHistoricalWarGrand StrategyRTSTacticalMedieval
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For Honor
Why it matched: both war and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Medieval, Swordplay and PvP; 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 Blood of Steel on: 4 of 5 — Hack and Slash, RPG, Medieval, Strategy
Why players like it: Medieval, Swordplay, Action, Multiplayer, Fighting — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: $29.99 — $29.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:MedievalSwordplayPvPWarOnline Co-OpHack and SlashStrategyRPG
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EVE Online
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Space, Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report monetisation inside the game (details)
Shared with Blood of Steel:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGSandboxPvPStrategyWar
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Knight Online
Why it matched: both open world, war and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, 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 Blood of Steel on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Free to Play, Strategy
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Action, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Blood of Steel: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Blood of Steel:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGWarStrategyMOBA
Common questions
What game is most like Blood of Steel?
Crusader Kings III, 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 Blood of Steel" 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 Blood of Steel. 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.