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24 games like Populous: The Beginning (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Populous: The Beginning 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 Populous: The Beginning on a map
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24 games have both
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The short version
- Closest match: Populous, which made by the same studio, Bullfrog Productions.
- Populous: The Beginning is tagged God Game, Grand Strategy, Isometric, Strategy RPG, Tactical, Strategy, RPG 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.
- 1 are from the same studio: Populous.
Why players value Populous: The Beginning
The five things Steam players tag Populous: The Beginning 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.
- God Game
- Grand Strategy
- Isometric
- Strategy RPG
- Tactical
| Reception | on Steam (88% of 448) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | players report crashes and freezes |
| Price | $4.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Populous
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Bullfrog Productions; both strategy; shares 5 player tags including Strategy, RPG and God Game.
Move mountains, part the seas, and lead mortal armies to victory in Populous. Take on the powers of a mighty deity and battle for supremacy against an enemy god, using thoughtful strategy to shape the isometric world and the fate of its people.
Populous at a glance Released 1989 Studio Bullfrog Productions Player sentiment 85% positive of 66 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: (85% of 66)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 3 of 5 — God Game, Isometric, Strategy RPG
Why players like it: Strategy, RPG, God Game, Isometric, Strategy RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $4.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGGod GameIsometricStrategy RPG
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Isometric.
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky at a glance Released 2004 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 94% positive of 10,375 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (94% of 10,375)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 3 of 5 — Isometric, Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: JRPG, Story Rich, RPG, Anime, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGStrategyIsometricStrategy RPGTactical
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Kingdom Heroes 8
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 5 player tags including Strategy RPG, Grand Strategy and Strategy.
The " Kingdom Heroes" series is a classic horizontal battle single-player game developed by Userjoy, which has been released seven generations since 1998. The latest sequel, " Kingdom Heroes 8", will feature a new look and exciting battles, interpreting the magnificent era of the Three Kingdoms.
Kingdom Heroes 8 at a glance Released 2021 Studio USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. Player sentiment 54% positive of 14,707 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.3/10 · Steam: (54% of 14,707)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 3 of 5 — Grand Strategy, Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: RTS, Tactical RPG, Real Time Tactics, War, Strategy RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:Strategy RPGGrand StrategyStrategyRPGTactical
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Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Strategy RPG and Isometric.
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2017 Studio Larian Studios Player sentiment 96% positive of 205,637 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.8/10 · Steam: (96% of 205,637)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Strategy RPG
Why players like it: Tactical RPG, RPG, Turn-Based Strategy, Story Rich, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $44.99 — $40.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGStrategy RPGIsometricStrategy
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Into the Breach
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Tactical and Isometric.
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Into the Breach at a glance Released 2018 Studio Subset Games Player sentiment 94% positive of 22,246 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (94% of 22,246)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Tactical
Why players like it: Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, Indie, Pixel Graphics, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $14.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyTacticalIsometricRPG
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Dungeon Defenders
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Tactical and Strategy RPG.
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: (93% of 18,981)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Tower Defense, Singleplayer, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $14.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyTacticalStrategy RPGRPG
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The Last Spell
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Tactical.
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: (91% of 13,649)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: Strategy, Singleplayer, Turn-Based Strategy, RPG, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $6.24 — $1.25 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGTacticalStrategy RPG
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Valkyria Chronicles
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Tactical.
The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!
Valkyria Chronicles at a glance Released 2014 Studio SEGA Player sentiment 90% positive of 13,296 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (90% of 13,296)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: Anime, Strategy, Turn-Based, Story Rich, JRPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGTacticalStrategy RPG
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SPORE Galactic Adventures
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 3 player tags including Strategy, God Game and RPG; published by the same company.
Take Your Creature From Zero To Galactic HeroGet out of your starship and turn your Spore creatures into legendary Space Captains. For the first time, beam down with your allies to take on action-packed, planetside adventures. Complete quests, collect rewards, and even create your own missions.
SPORE Galactic Adventures at a glance Released 2009 Studio EA - Maxis Player sentiment 89% positive of 7,761 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (89% of 7,761)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 1 of 5 — God Game
Why players like it: Simulation, Action, Space, Adventure, Exploration — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyGod GameRPG
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The Banner Saga
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Tactical.
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
The Banner Saga at a glance Released 2014 Studio Stoic Player sentiment 89% positive of 15,950 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (89% of 15,950)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: RPG, Turn-Based, Strategy, Indie, Tactical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $24.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGStrategyTacticalStrategy RPG
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Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Isometric and Strategy.
Harebrained Schemes' biggest Shadowrun game to date, and the definitive Shadowrun RPG experience available on PC. Now a standalone title with tons of new content & improvements!
Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut at a glance Released 2014 Studio Harebrained Schemes Player sentiment 89% positive of 6,570 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (89% of 6,570)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Tactical
Why players like it: RPG, Cyberpunk, Turn-Based, Isometric, Story Rich — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $14.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGIsometricStrategyTactical
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Heroes' Vow: Three Kingdoms
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Grand Strategy.
This Three Kingdoms sandbox RPG lets you do whatever you wish in the late Han Dynasty. Be a ruler, courtier, or hermit. Make friends, marry, raise children, manage estates, train yourself & allies, govern, drill troops, experience & alter history, and conquer all to win the hearts of the people.
Heroes' Vow: Three Kingdoms at a glance Released 2026 Studio Free Wing Player sentiment 89% positive of 8,162 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (89% of 8,162)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Grand Strategy, Strategy RPG
Why players like it: Early Access, Simulation, Strategy, RPG, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $17.99 — $13.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGGrand StrategyStrategy RPG
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Town of Salem
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Tactical.
Inspired by the party games Werewolf and Mafia, Town of Salem is a game of murder, mystery and deception.
Town of Salem at a glance Released 2014 Studio BlankMediaGames Player sentiment 88% positive of 36,262 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (88% of 36,262)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Strategy, Mystery, Indie, Social Deduction — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $4.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGTacticalStrategy RPG
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Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Isometric and Strategy.
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition is the capstone title in Harebrained Schemes' Shadowrun series - and now includes the all-new, 6+ hr Shadows of Hong Kong Bonus Campaign. Experience the most impressive Shadowrun RPG yet, hailed as one of the best cRPG / strategy games of 2015!
Shadowrun: Hong Kong - Extended Edition at a glance Released 2015 Studio Harebrained Schemes Player sentiment 87% positive of 4,839 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (87% of 4,839)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Tactical
Why players like it: RPG, Cyberpunk, Turn-Based, Isometric, Story Rich — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGIsometricStrategyTactical
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Dragon Age: Origins - Ultimate Edition
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 3 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Tactical; published by the same company.
Explore a stunning world, make complex moral choices, and engage in bone-crushing combat against massive and terrifying creatures. The Ultimate Edition includes Dragon Age: Origins, Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening and all nine content packs.
Dragon Age: Origins - Ultimate Edition at a glance Released 2010 Studio BioWare Player sentiment 86% positive of 31,317 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (86% of 31,317)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 1 of 5 — Tactical
Why players like it: RPG, Fantasy, Story Rich, Choices Matter, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGStrategyTactical
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Wasteland 3
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Isometric and Strategy.
Following the critically acclaimed 2014 Game of the Year winner Wasteland 2, the RPG series that pioneered the post-apocalyptic genre in video games returns with Wasteland 3.
Wasteland 3 at a glance Released 2020 Studio inXile Entertainment Player sentiment 85% positive of 22,363 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (85% of 22,363)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Tactical
Why players like it: CRPG, Character Customization, Choices Matter, Story Rich, Sexual Content — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $39.99 — $35.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGIsometricStrategyTactical
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Wasteland 2: Director's Cut
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Tactical.
From the producer of the original Fallout comes Wasteland 2. With over 80 hours of gameplay, deck out your Ranger squad with devastating weaponry, test the limits of your strategy skills, and bring justice to the Wasteland! The choices are yours…but so are the consequences.
Wasteland 2: Director's Cut at a glance Released 2014 Studio inXile Entertainment Player sentiment 83% positive of 8,104 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (83% of 8,104)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Tactical
Why players like it: RPG, Post-apocalyptic, Turn-Based, Strategy, Tactical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGStrategyTacticalIsometric
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Marvel's Midnight Suns
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy RPG, Tactical and RPG.
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: (82% of 24,314)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: Superhero, Turn-Based Tactics, Deckbuilding, Turn-Based Strategy, Tactical RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $59.99 — $55.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:Strategy RPGTacticalRPGStrategy
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SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including RPG, Strategy RPG and Isometric.
Beyond creation, four eras come together as one! Discover the latest entry in this iconic Tactical RPG series. Form your own team of SD Gundams and deploy for battle -- with units from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, SEED, 00, and Iron-Blooded Orphans!
SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS at a glance Released 2019 Studio TOM CREATE Player sentiment 82% positive of 8,175 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: (82% of 8,175)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Strategy RPG
Why players like it: Mechs, Tactical RPG, Turn-Based Tactics, Anime, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:RPGStrategy RPGIsometricStrategy
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Gloomhaven
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Tactical.
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: (82% of 16,097)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Isometric, Tactical
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 Populous: The Beginning: $34.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGTacticalIsometric
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Age of Wonders 4
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Strategy RPG.
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Age of Wonders 4 at a glance Released 2023 Studio Triumph Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 22,976 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (81% of 22,976)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Grand Strategy, Strategy RPG
Why players like it: Strategy, 4X, Character Customization, Fantasy, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $49.99 — $45.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGStrategy RPGGrand Strategy
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Age of Wonders III
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Tactical.
Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!
Age of Wonders III at a glance Released 2014 Studio Triumph Studios Player sentiment 80% positive of 12,811 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (80% of 12,811)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Grand Strategy, Tactical
Why players like it: Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, Fantasy, RPG, 4X — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyRPGTacticalGrand Strategy
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Total War: WARHAMMER
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Grand Strategy and Tactical.
The Old World is yours to command. Lead Legendary Lords in a combination of turn-based campaign and magically charged, strategic real-time battles, and decide the fate of your chosen race in a fight against Chaos.
Total War: WARHAMMER at a glance Released 2016 Studio CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Player sentiment 79% positive of 52,323 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (79% of 52,323)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Grand Strategy, Tactical
Why players like it: Strategy, Fantasy, RTS, War, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $59.99 — $55.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyGrand StrategyTacticalRPG
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Hero's Hour
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 4 player tags including Strategy, Strategy RPG and RPG.
A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.
Hero's Hour at a glance Released 2022 Studio Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" Hauer Player sentiment 79% positive of 5,735 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: (79% of 5,735)
Matches Populous: The Beginning on: 2 of 5 — Strategy RPG, Tactical
Why players like it: Turn-Based, Pixel Graphics, Strategy, Singleplayer, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Populous: The Beginning: $17.99 — $13.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Populous: The Beginning:StrategyStrategy RPGRPGTactical
Common questions
What game is most like Populous: The Beginning?
Populous, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Bullfrog Productions. 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 Populous: The Beginning" 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 Populous: The Beginning. 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 Populous: The Beginning do?
Populous is also from Bullfrog Productions, and appears 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.