Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Orcs Must Die! Unchained (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Orcs Must Die! Unchained 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 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.
- 9 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 2 are from the same studio: Orcs Must Die! 3, Orcs Must Die! 2.
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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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 Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGSurvivalPvPPvEFantasyStrategy
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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 Free to PlayMOBAStrategyPvPThird PersonFantasyMassively MultiplayerRPG
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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 Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGStrategySurvivalFantasyMOBA
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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 Online Co-OpTower DefenseStrategySurvivalFunnyFantasyPvERPG
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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 Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGPvPPvEFunnyFantasySurvival
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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 Free to PlayMOBAStrategyRPGMassively MultiplayerFantasyOnline Co-OpPvP
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Orcs Must Die! 3
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Robot Entertainment; both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 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 Tower DefenseStrategyPvEThird PersonOnline Co-OpFunnyFantasy
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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 Free to PlayFPSPvPMOBAOnline Co-OpFantasyStrategyMassively Multiplayer
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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 SurvivalRPGMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpFantasyPvP
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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 Free to PlaySurvivalPvPThird PersonFPSFantasyMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-Op
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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 SurvivalMassively MultiplayerRPGStrategyPvPFPS
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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 Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGPvEFantasyPvPSurvivalOnline Co-Op
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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 Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGFantasyOnline Co-OpSurvivalFunnyPvP
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Shadow Arena
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and PvP; released around the same time (2020).
Shadow Arena Early Access has ended. A heartfelt thank you to all the players who walked with us on this journey.
Shadow Arena at a glance Released 2020 Studio Pearl Abyss Player sentiment 56% positive of 5,421 Price Not listed Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerPvPStrategyRPGMOBAFantasyOnline Co-Op
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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 FunnyOnline Co-OpSurvivalFantasyPvPStrategy
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Legion TD 2 - Multiplayer Tower Defense
Why it matched: both survival, fantasy and strategy; shares 7 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 Tower DefenseStrategyPvPOnline Co-OpPvEFantasySurvival
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Orcs Must Die! 2
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Robot Entertainment; both fantasy and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Tower Defense, Strategy and Online Co-Op.
You’ve tossed, burned and sliced them by the thousands – now orcs must die more than ever before! Grab a friend and slay orcs in untold numbers in this sequel to the 2011 AIAS Strategy Game of the Year from Robot Entertainment.
Orcs Must Die! 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio Robot Entertainment Player sentiment 92% positive of 19,620 Price $14.99 Tower DefenseStrategyOnline Co-OpThird PersonRPGFantasyFunny
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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 Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerFantasyRPGOnline Co-OpSurvivalThird PersonPvP
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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 Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGStrategyFPS
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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 Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerFPSPvPPvEThird Person
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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 Free to PlayRPGFantasyMassively MultiplayerPvPOnline Co-OpThird PersonSurvival
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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 Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerPvPFPSStrategyThird Person
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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 SurvivalStrategyRPGFantasyTower Defense
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Dota 2
Why it matched: both fantasy and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MOBA and Strategy; released around the same time (2013).
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 Free to PlayMOBAStrategyOnline Co-OpPvPRPGTower DefenseFantasy
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.
What else did the makers of Orcs Must Die! Unchained do?
Orcs Must Die! 3, Orcs Must Die! 2 are also from Robot Entertainment, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
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.