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24 games like Orcs Must Die! Unchained (2026)

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The short version

Closest match: Albion Online, which both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy.
Orcs Must Die! Unchained is tagged Free to Play, Tower Defense, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action, Strategy, MOBA, PvE 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.
11 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.

Why players value Orcs Must Die! Unchained

The five things Steam players tag Orcs Must Die! Unchained 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.

Free to Play
Tower Defense
Multiplayer
Co-op
Action

Orcs Must Die! Unchained at a glance
Reception	Mixed on Steam (69% of 6,107)
Watch-outs	no widespread problems reported by players
Price	Not listed

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
Albion Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, 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: Mostly Positive (78% of 93,490)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGSurvivalPvPPvEFantasyStrategy
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2
Knight Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 8 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: Mixed (51% of 11,259)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 3 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Action, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGStrategySurvivalFantasyMOBA
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3
Gigantic
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MOBA and Strategy; released around the same time (2017).
Gigantic is a fast and fluid Strategic Hero Shooter, where you battle against and alongside massive Guardians, in deeply strategic team gameplay. Think fast, be bold, Go Gigantic!
Gigantic at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Motiga Inc.
Player sentiment 77% positive of 7,389 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 7,389)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, MOBA, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMOBAStrategyPvPThird PersonFantasyMassively MultiplayerRPG
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4
WildStar
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2016).
Critically acclaimed and now Free to Play, WildStar is a fantastical sci-fi MMO where you can join your friends or undertake your own epic adventures on the fabled planet Nexus!
WildStar at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Carbine Studios
Player sentiment 75% positive of 5,124 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (75% of 5,124)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, MMORPG, Open World, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGPvPPvEFunnyFantasySurvival
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5
Dungeon Defenders
Why it matched: both survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Online Co-Op, Tower Defense and Strategy.
Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!
Dungeon Defenders at a glance
Released 2011 Studio Chromatic Games
Player sentiment 93% positive of 18,981 Price $14.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (93% of 18,981)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 2 of 5 — Tower Defense, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Tower Defense, Singleplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Online Co-OpTower DefenseStrategySurvivalFunnyFantasyPvERPG
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6
PixARK
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Survival, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2019).
Enter a world of mystery, danger, ancient dinosaurs, mythical beasts, and cubes! Work by yourself or with a tribe of others to gather materials, craft useful items, tame wild creatures, and build huge bases to survive in PixARK!
PixARK at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Snail Games USA
Player sentiment 72% positive of 13,440 Price $4.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (72% of 13,440)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Adventure, Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:SurvivalMassively MultiplayerRPGStrategyPvPFPS
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7
Conan Exiles Enhanced
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Survival, 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: Mostly Positive (79% of 117,272)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Nudity, Building, Open World Survival Craft — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:SurvivalRPGMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpFantasyPvP
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8
Strife
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MOBA and Strategy; 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 Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, MOBA, Multiplayer, Action, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMOBAStrategyRPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyOnline Co-OpPvP
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9
Realm Royale
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and PvP; released around the same time (2018).
Join 20+ million players and experience a new kind of battle royale in Realm Royale Reforged! Choose your class, forge deadly weapons, and master powerful abilities to be the last champion standing. Mount up alone or with a team to explore a fantasy world while outrunning the deadly fog.
Realm Royale at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Heroic Leap Games
Player sentiment 76% positive of 56,228 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (76% of 56,228)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Battle Royale, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Shooter, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlaySurvivalPvPThird PersonFPSFantasyMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-Op
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10
NosTale - Anime MMORPG
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
NosTale is a free-to-play anime action MMORPG which takes you on an exciting journey through a world full of mystery with your friends. More than 30 specialist classes and tons of loyal pets provide plenty of excitement and variety in PvP, PvE and raids
NosTale - Anime MMORPG at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Entwell Co., Ltd.
Player sentiment 70% positive of 3,632 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (70% of 3,632)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Anime, Massively Multiplayer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGPvEFantasyPvPSurvivalOnline Co-Op
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11
ARK: Survival Of The Fittest
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2017).
ARK: The Survival of the Fittest is a prototype spin-off of ARK: Survival Evolved, pitting up to 60 combatants against each other in a fast-paced, action-packed struggle for survival, where players are ultimately pushed into an epic final showdown leading their Dinosaur Armies into battle.
ARK: Survival Of The Fittest at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Studio Wildcard
Player sentiment 66% positive of 11,804 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: Mixed (66% of 11,804)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 3 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Dinosaurs, Multiplayer, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGStrategyFPS
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12
School of Dragons
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; 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: Mixed (62% of 5,502)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
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 Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyOnline Co-OpSurvivalFunnyPvP
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13
Witch It
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Funny, Online Co-Op and Survival; released around the same time (2020).
Witch It is a multiplayer hide & seek game set in a vibrant, magical world. Brave hunters seek hidden witches that curse their villages!
Witch It at a glance
Released 2020 Studio Barrel Roll Games
Player sentiment 89% positive of 19,870 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 19,870)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 3 of 5 — Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Funny, Casual, Action, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:FunnyOnline Co-OpSurvivalFantasyPvPStrategy
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14
The Lord of the Rings Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and Fantasy.
Join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the award-winning online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.
The Lord of the Rings Online at a glance
Released 2012 Studio Standing Stone Games
Player sentiment 81% positive of 23,171 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (81% of 23,171)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerFantasyRPGOnline Co-OpSurvivalThird PersonPvP
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15
Digimon Masters Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2016).
DMO is MMO featuring the ever-popular Digimon franchise. This long awaited game will feature a deeper RPG experience, enhanced graphics and adrenaline-pumping real-time combat. Both new and long-time Digimon fans can now immerse themselves into this new epic adventure with their very own Digimons.
Digimon Masters Online at a glance
Released 2016 Studio Move Games Co., Ltd.
Player sentiment 67% positive of 8,126 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: Mixed (67% of 8,126)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Anime, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyOnline Co-OpSurvivalFPS
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16
Riders of Icarus
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2016).
Take the battle to the sky with fantastical flying mount combat unlike anything you’ve seen before in Riders of Icarus, the new unprecedented action-adventure MMORPG experience that lets you ride and fight on the back of the realm’s most dangerous winged beasts…dragons.
Riders of Icarus at a glance
Released 2016 Studio WeMade
Player sentiment 66% positive of 10,691 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: Mixed (66% of 10,691)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, MMORPG, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyPvPSurvivalFPS
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17
XERA: Survival
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2021).
Action-focused, open world survival shooter, PvPvE against fellow mercenaries and lethal XOIDS. Raid for resources alone or with team-mates, build and defend your base, stash your gear and survive against the odds. You are the hunters. You are the hunted. And the robots never sleep…
XERA: Survival at a glance
Released 2021 Studio Spotted Kiwi Interactive
Player sentiment 66% positive of 7,941 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: Mixed (66% of 7,941)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 3 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Action
Why players like it: Base-Building, Open World Survival Craft, Multiplayer, Free to Play, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerFPSPvPPvEThird Person
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18
RIFT
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Fantasy.
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: Mostly Positive (74% of 11,635)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, RPG, Fantasy, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayRPGFantasyMassively MultiplayerPvPOnline Co-OpThird PersonSurvival
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19
Last Man Standing
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2017).
The Ultimate BATTLE ROYALE! Sharpen your skills and kill everyone in your way as you hunt for guns, gear and glory in a massive battlefield where only ONE can be crowned the LAST MAN STANDING. Earn cash prizes in a monthly competitions,
Last Man Standing at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Free Reign Entertainment
Player sentiment 61% positive of 17,338 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.8/10 · Steam: Mixed (61% of 17,338)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvPFPSStrategyThird Person
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20
Villagers and Heroes
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2014).
Step into a cozy fantasy MMORPG where adventure feels like home. Craft gear, farm, and build your village—then band together with a warm community to take on challenging boss raids, explore dangerous realms, and forge your legend.
Villagers and Heroes at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Mad Otter Games
Player sentiment 61% positive of 3,457 Price Free
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.5/10 · Steam: Mixed (61% of 3,457)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasySurvivalFunnyFPS
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21
Craft The World
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Strategy and RPG; released around the same time (2014).
Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress. Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need.
Craft The World at a glance
Released 2014 Studio Dekovir Entertainment
Player sentiment 88% positive of 17,058 Price $18.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 17,058)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 2 of 5 — Tower Defense, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Dwarf, Colony Sim, Crafting, Building, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:SurvivalStrategyRPGFantasyTower Defense
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22
Paladins
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, FPS and PvP; 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 Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer, Co-op, Action
Why players like it: Hero Shooter, Free to Play, Multiplayer, FPS, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayFPSPvPMOBAOnline Co-OpFantasyStrategyMassively Multiplayer
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23
Warspear Online
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, 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: Mostly Positive (72% of 3,147)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 2 of 5 — Free to Play, Multiplayer
Why players like it: MMORPG, Free to Play, Pixel Graphics, Massively Multiplayer, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGOnline Co-OpFantasyPvPStrategy
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Day of Dragons
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Survival, Massively Multiplayer and PvE; released around the same time (2019).
Day of Dragons is an online creature survival game set in a large, beautiful, sandbox open world with multiple biomes and distinct creatures. Rule the world as one of several dragon species, or play as an elemental.
Day of Dragons at a glance
Released 2019 Studio Beawesome Games
Player sentiment 65% positive of 7,900 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.8/10 · Steam: Mixed (65% of 7,900)
Matches Orcs Must Die! Unchained on: 1 of 5 — Multiplayer
Why players like it: Early Access, Dragons, Survival, Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Orcs Must Die! Unchained:SurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvEPvPFantasyRPGThird Person
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Albion Online at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Sandbox Interactive GmbH
Player sentiment	78% positive of 93,490	Price	Free

Knight Online at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Noah System
Player sentiment	51% positive of 11,259	Price	Free

Gigantic at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Motiga Inc.
Player sentiment	77% positive of 7,389	Price	Not listed

WildStar at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Carbine Studios
Player sentiment	75% positive of 5,124	Price	Not listed

Dungeon Defenders at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	Chromatic Games
Player sentiment	93% positive of 18,981	Price	$14.99

PixARK at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Snail Games USA
Player sentiment	72% positive of 13,440	Price	$4.99

Conan Exiles Enhanced at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Funcom
Player sentiment	79% positive of 117,272	Price	$39.99

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

Realm Royale at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Heroic Leap Games
Player sentiment	76% positive of 56,228	Price	Not listed

NosTale - Anime MMORPG at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Entwell Co., Ltd.
Player sentiment	70% positive of 3,632	Price	Free

ARK: Survival Of The Fittest at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Studio Wildcard
Player sentiment	66% positive of 11,804	Price	Not listed

School of Dragons at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	JumpStart Games, Inc.
Player sentiment	62% positive of 5,502	Price	Not listed

Witch It at a glance
Released	2020	Studio	Barrel Roll Games
Player sentiment	89% positive of 19,870	Price	$19.99

The Lord of the Rings Online at a glance
Released	2012	Studio	Standing Stone Games
Player sentiment	81% positive of 23,171	Price	Free

Digimon Masters Online at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Move Games Co., Ltd.
Player sentiment	67% positive of 8,126	Price	Free

Riders of Icarus at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	WeMade
Player sentiment	66% positive of 10,691	Price	Not listed

XERA: Survival at a glance
Released	2021	Studio	Spotted Kiwi Interactive
Player sentiment	66% positive of 7,941	Price	Free

RIFT at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	gamigo US Inc.
Player sentiment	74% positive of 11,635	Price	Free

Last Man Standing at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Free Reign Entertainment
Player sentiment	61% positive of 17,338	Price	Not listed

Villagers and Heroes at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Mad Otter Games
Player sentiment	61% positive of 3,457	Price	Free

Craft The World at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Dekovir Entertainment
Player sentiment	88% positive of 17,058	Price	$18.99

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

Warspear Online at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Titulum Enterprises Limited
Player sentiment	72% positive of 3,147	Price	Free

Day of Dragons at a glance
Released	2019	Studio	Beawesome Games
Player sentiment	65% positive of 7,900	Price	$19.99

Common questions

What game is most like Orcs Must Die! Unchained?

Albion Online, on the evidence we have. It both open world, survival, 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 Orcs Must Die! Unchained" 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 Orcs Must Die! Unchained. 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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