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24 games like Minion Masters (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

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The short version

Closest match: Monster Train, which both fantasy and strategy.
Minion Masters is tagged PvE, Trading Card Game, Stylized, Turn-Based Tactics, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Card Battler, PvP 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.
10 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.

Why players value Minion Masters

The five things Steam players tag Minion Masters 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.

PvE
Trading Card Game
Stylized
Turn-Based Tactics
Free to Play

Minion Masters at a glance
Reception	Very Positive on Steam (89% of 65,286)
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

1
Monster Train
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Card Battler, Card Game and Turn-Based Tactics; released around the same time (2020).
Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.
Monster Train at a glance
Released 2020 Studio Shiny Shoe
Player sentiment 96% positive of 22,925 Price $24.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (96% of 22,925)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Card Battler, Rogue-lite, Card Game, Turn-Based Tactics, Deckbuilding — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $24.99 — $24.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Card BattlerCard GameTurn-Based TacticsDeckbuildingPvPStrategyColorfulFantasy
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2
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Card Game; released around the same time (2020).
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game at a glance
Released 2020 Studio CD PROJEKT RED
Player sentiment 86% positive of 27,710 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 27,710)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — Trading Card Game, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Card Game, RPG, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayStrategyCard GameDeckbuildingTrading Card GamePvPFantasyCard Battler
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3
Shadowverse CCG
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Card Battler and Trading Card Game; released around the same time (2016).
Four million battles every day. One Shadowverse. Japan's #1 strategic card game. Made by card gamers for card gamers.
Shadowverse CCG at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Cygames, Inc.
Player sentiment 74% positive of 15,062 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (74% of 15,062)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — Trading Card Game, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Battler, Trading Card Game, Deckbuilding, Anime — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayCard BattlerTrading Card GameDeckbuildingCard GameStrategyFantasyPvP
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4
Eternal Card Game
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Card Battler; released around the same time (2018).
Six-guns and sorcery collide in Eternal, the new strategy card game of unlimited choices and unbelievable fun. Eternal brings AAA pace and polish to the infinite possibilities of a deep strategy card game. The only limits are your own creativity.
Eternal Card Game at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Dire Wolf
Player sentiment 77% positive of 7,040 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 7,040)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — Trading Card Game, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Card Battler, Strategy, Deckbuilding — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayCard GameCard BattlerStrategyDeckbuildingTrading Card GamePvPFantasy
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5
Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Turn-Based Tactics, PvP and Card Battler.
Outplay your opponent with simultaneous turns and commander-driven deck-building in a fully free-to-play PvP experience. Build your deck from 1000+ cards across 8 unique factions, and face opponents on a truly level playing field. In Infinity Wars, skill is the only factor that determines victory!
Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Lightmare Studios
Player sentiment 77% positive of 3,466 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 3,466)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — Trading Card Game, Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Turn-Based Tactics, PvP, Post-apocalyptic, Turn-Based Combat, Card Battler — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Turn-Based TacticsPvPCard BattlerTrading Card GameCard GameStrategyDeckbuildingFantasy
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6
Marvel's Midnight Suns
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Turn-Based Tactics, Deckbuilding and Tactical RPG; released around the same time (2022).
FIGHT AND STRATEGIZE LIKE A SUPER HERO IN THE DARKER CORNERS OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE. Play as The Hunter, a legendary demon slayer who must lead a team of Super Heroes and supernatural warriors facing apocalyptic threats.
Marvel's Midnight Suns at a glance
Released 2022 Studio Firaxis Games
Player sentiment 82% positive of 24,314 Price $59.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 24,314)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Superhero, Turn-Based Tactics, Deckbuilding, Turn-Based Strategy, Tactical RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $59.99 — $59.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Turn-Based TacticsDeckbuildingTactical RPGCard GameStrategyCard BattlerFantasy
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7
Orcs Must Die! Unchained
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Tower Defense and Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
Orcs Must Die! Unchained takes the award-winning Orcs Must Die! action tower defense game to a whole new level with team-based gameplay! Bust skulls with your best pals in PvE co-op Survival, or put your teamwork to the real test in Sabotage Mode!
Orcs Must Die! Unchained at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Robot Entertainment
Player sentiment 69% positive of 6,107 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: Mixed (69% of 6,107)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — PvE, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Tower Defense, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayTower DefenseStrategyPvEFantasyPvPOnline Co-Op
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8
Dota Underlords
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Turn-Based Tactics; released around the same time (2019).
Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.
Dota Underlords at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Valve
Player sentiment 82% positive of 90,947 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 90,947)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — Turn-Based Tactics, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Auto Battler, Casual, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayStrategyTurn-Based TacticsFantasyCard GameDeckbuildingPvP
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9
The Elder Scrolls: Legends
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Card Game and Trading Card Game; released around the same time (2017).
The Elder Scrolls: Legends™ is an award- winning free-to-play strategy card game based on the world and lore of the Elder Scrolls series. Play for hours or minutes across many game modes that are easy to learn but challenging to master.
The Elder Scrolls: Legends at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Sparkypants Studios, LLC
Player sentiment 75% positive of 11,074 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (75% of 11,074)
Matches Minion Masters on: 3 of 5 — Trading Card Game, Turn-Based Tactics, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Card Game, Trading Card Game, Multiplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayCard GameTrading Card GameStrategyFantasyDeckbuildingTurn-Based Tactics
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10
Dota 2
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Online Co-Op.
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 at a glance
Released 2013 Studio Not recorded
Player sentiment 81% positive of 2,768,190 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (81% of 2,768,190)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Strategy, e-sports — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report servers and connection (details)
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayStrategyOnline Co-OpPvPRTSTower DefenseFantasy
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11
Total War: WARHAMMER III
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, RTS and Fantasy; released around the same time (2022).
The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?
Total War: WARHAMMER III at a glance
Released 2022 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY
Player sentiment 71% positive of 147,877 Price $59.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (71% of 147,877)
Matches Minion Masters on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, Grand Strategy, RTS, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $59.99 — $59.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:StrategyRTSFantasyReal Time TacticsColorfulPvPOnline Co-Op
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12
Gloomhaven
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Online Co-Op, Card Game and Tactical RPG; released around the same time (2021).
Lead your band of mercenaries in the land of Gloomhaven, work with unsavoury individuals, shape the fate of the region, fight your way through horrific places and get rich or die trying in this ruthless Tactical-RPG.
Gloomhaven at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Flaming Fowl Studios
Player sentiment 82% positive of 16,097 Price $34.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 16,097)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Online Co-Op, Dark Fantasy, Turn-Based Combat, Card Game, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $34.99 — $34.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Online Co-OpCard GameTactical RPGStrategyDeckbuildingTurn-Based Tactics
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13
Strife
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and RTS; 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: Mostly Positive (77% of 4,886)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayStrategyRTSFantasyOnline Co-OpPvP
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14
Orcs Must Die! 3
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Tower Defense, Strategy and PvE; released around the same time (2021).
Slice, burn, toss, zap, grind and gib massive hordes of repugnant orcs in this long-awaited successor to the award-winning Orcs Must Die! series.
Orcs Must Die! 3 at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Robot Entertainment
Player sentiment 86% positive of 14,895 Price $29.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 14,895)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — PvE, Stylized
Why players like it: Tower Defense, Co-op, Strategy, Third-Person Shooter, PvE — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $29.99 — $29.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Tower DefenseStrategyPvEOnline Co-OpFantasyStylized
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15
Legion TD 2 - Multiplayer Tower Defense
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Tower Defense, Strategy and PvP; released around the same time (2021).
An infinitely replayable multiplayer and single-player tower defense. Defend against waves of enemies and destroy the enemy's king before they destroy yours. Legion TD 2 is a one-of-a-kind game of tactics, teamwork, and prediction. Party as 1-8 players.
Legion TD 2 - Multiplayer Tower Defense at a glance
Released 2021 Studio AutoAttack Games
Player sentiment 86% positive of 15,264 Price $24.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 15,264)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — PvE
Why players like it: Tower Defense, Multiplayer, Auto Battler, Strategy, PvP — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $24.99 — $24.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Tower DefenseStrategyPvPOnline Co-OpPvEFantasy
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16
Paladins
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, PvP and Online Co-Op; released around the same time (2018).
Paladins is the ultimate fantasy team-based shooter experience, with over 50 customizable Champions fighting in 5v5 action across a diverse Realm of modes and maps!
Paladins at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Evil Mojo Games
Player sentiment 85% positive of 345,436 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (85% of 345,436)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Free to Play
Why players like it: Hero Shooter, Free to Play, Multiplayer, FPS, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayPvPOnline Co-OpFantasyStrategyColorful
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17
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, PvE and PvP.
Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Infinity Plus 2
Player sentiment 79% positive of 10,815 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 10,815)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — PvE, Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, Match 3, Puzzle, PvE, PvP — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayPvEPvPCard GameStrategyFantasy
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18
Predecessor
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and PvP.
The tactical depth and iconic heroes of a hardcore MOBA meets the explosive verticality of a 5v5 3D shooter.
Predecessor at a glance
Released 2024 Studio Omeda Studios
Player sentiment 71% positive of 17,619 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (71% of 17,619)
Matches Minion Masters on: 2 of 5 — PvE, Free to Play
Why players like it: MOBA, Free to Play, Shooter, Multiplayer, Third Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayStrategyPvPFantasyOnline Co-OpPvE
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19
Prime World
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, Strategy and Fantasy.
Prime World is a free online game in RPG / MOBA genre with a unique universe where tactical session battles, castle management, and hero development are mixed together. Gather your collection of talents, build an army of invincible heroes and become the champion!
Prime World at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Nival
Player sentiment 59% positive of 3,762 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.6/10 · Steam: Mixed (59% of 3,762)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Free to Play
Why players like it: Free to Play, MOBA, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Free to PlayStrategyFantasyOnline Co-OpPvPRTS
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20
Artifact
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Card Battler, Deckbuilding and Card Game; released around the same time (2018).
Artifact now features two games: Artifact Classic, the original Dota 2 trading card game, and Artifact Foundry, a special edition with streamlined gameplay, new cards, new single-player content, and an improved new player experience.
Artifact at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Valve
Player sentiment 47% positive of 24,768 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.5/10 · Steam: Mixed (47% of 24,768)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Trading Card Game
Why players like it: Card Battler, Deckbuilding, Card Game, Trading Card Game, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Card BattlerDeckbuildingCard GameTrading Card GameStrategyFantasy
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21
Slay the Spire
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Card Game, Card Battler and Deckbuilding; released around the same time (2019).
We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!
Slay the Spire at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Mega Crit
Player sentiment 97% positive of 217,947 Price $24.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.8/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (97% of 217,947)
Matches Minion Masters on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Roguelike Deckbuilder, Card Game, Card Battler, Rogue-like, Deckbuilding — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $24.99 — $24.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:Card GameCard BattlerDeckbuildingStrategyFantasy
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22
The Last Spell
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Strategy, Turn-Based Tactics and Tactical RPG; released around the same time (2023).
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
The Last Spell at a glance
Released 2023 Studio Ishtar Games
Player sentiment 91% positive of 13,649 Price $6.24
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 13,649)
Matches Minion Masters on: 1 of 5 — Turn-Based Tactics
Why players like it: Strategy, Singleplayer, Turn-Based Strategy, RPG, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $6.24 — $6.24 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:StrategyTurn-Based TacticsTactical RPGTower DefenseFantasy
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23
Armello
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 5 player tags including PvP, Card Game and Strategy; released around the same time (2015).
Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.
Armello at a glance
Released 2015 Studio League of Geeks
Player sentiment 82% positive of 16,058 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 16,058)
Matches Minion Masters on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Board Game, PvP, Turn-Based Strategy, Card Game, Turn-Based — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $9.99 — $9.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:PvPCard GameStrategyFantasyTactical RPG
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24
Across the Obelisk
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Strategy, Fantasy and Card Game; released around the same time (2022).
Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!
Across the Obelisk at a glance
Released 2022 Studio Dreamsite Games
Player sentiment 80% positive of 13,086 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (80% of 13,086)
Matches Minion Masters on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Rogue-like, Strategy, 2D, Fantasy, Roguelike Deckbuilder — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Minion Masters: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Minion Masters:StrategyFantasyCard GameCard BattlerDeckbuilding
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Monster Train at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	Shiny Shoe
Player sentiment	96% positive of 22,925	Price	$24.99

GWENT: The Witcher Card Game at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	CD PROJEKT RED
Player sentiment	86% positive of 27,710	Price	Free

Shadowverse CCG at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Cygames, Inc.
Player sentiment	74% positive of 15,062	Price	Not listed

Eternal Card Game at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Dire Wolf
Player sentiment	77% positive of 7,040	Price	Free

Infinity Wars: Animated Trading Card Game at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Lightmare Studios
Player sentiment	77% positive of 3,466	Price	Free

Marvel's Midnight Suns at a glance
Released	2022	Studio	Firaxis Games
Player sentiment	82% positive of 24,314	Price	$59.99

Orcs Must Die! Unchained at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Robot Entertainment
Player sentiment	69% positive of 6,107	Price	Not listed

Dota Underlords at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Valve
Player sentiment	82% positive of 90,947	Price	Free

The Elder Scrolls: Legends at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Sparkypants Studios, LLC
Player sentiment	75% positive of 11,074	Price	Not listed

Dota 2 at a glance
Released	2013	Studio	Not recorded
Player sentiment	81% positive of 2,768,190	Price	Free

Total War: WARHAMMER III at a glance
Released	2022	Studio	CREATIVE ASSEMBLY
Player sentiment	71% positive of 147,877	Price	$59.99

Gloomhaven at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Flaming Fowl Studios
Player sentiment	82% positive of 16,097	Price	$34.99

Strife at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	S2 Games
Player sentiment	77% positive of 4,886	Price	Free

Orcs Must Die! 3 at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Robot Entertainment
Player sentiment	86% positive of 14,895	Price	$29.99

Legion TD 2 - Multiplayer Tower Defense at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	AutoAttack Games
Player sentiment	86% positive of 15,264	Price	$24.99

Paladins at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Evil Mojo Games
Player sentiment	85% positive of 345,436	Price	Free

Gems of War - Puzzle RPG at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Infinity Plus 2
Player sentiment	79% positive of 10,815	Price	Free

Predecessor at a glance
Released	2024	Studio	Omeda Studios
Player sentiment	71% positive of 17,619	Price	Free

Prime World at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Nival
Player sentiment	59% positive of 3,762	Price	Not listed

Artifact at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Valve
Player sentiment	47% positive of 24,768	Price	Free

Slay the Spire at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Mega Crit
Player sentiment	97% positive of 217,947	Price	$24.99

The Last Spell at a glance
Released	2023	Studio	Ishtar Games
Player sentiment	91% positive of 13,649	Price	$6.24

Armello at a glance
Released	2015	Studio	League of Geeks
Player sentiment	82% positive of 16,058	Price	$9.99

Across the Obelisk at a glance
Released	2022	Studio	Dreamsite Games
Player sentiment	80% positive of 13,086	Price	$19.99

Common questions

What game is most like Minion Masters?

Monster Train, on the evidence we have. It both fantasy 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 Minion Masters" 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 Minion Masters. 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.

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