Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Villagers and Heroes (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Villagers and Heroes 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 Villagers and Heroes on a map
Compare the whole catalogueThe same 24 games, plotted rather than listed. The two axes below are the ones the ranking is built from, so a game sitting high and right is a game the formula placed near the top. Change either axis to see the field a different way. Where we hold a publisher wordmark, the game is drawn as its mark rather than a dot.
24 games have both
Axes are fitted to these 24 games rather than the full 0 to 100 scale, because a filtered list shares a narrow band and would otherwise sit in one corner. End values are marked. A point on the left edge is the lowest of thesegames, not a low score.
Players. The share of Steam reviews marked positive, pulled toward the catalogue average in proportion to how few reviews stand behind it. A game with 200 reviews moves a long way toward the average; one with 200,000 barely moves at all. Without this a title sitting at 100 percent on nine reviews outranks Half-Life 2 at 98 percent on 278,000.
Popularity. A blend of two things that are not the same. Audience is how many people wrote a Steam review, which is a floor on how many played it. Reach is how many language editions of Wikipedia document the game, which is cultural footprint rather than sales. A game can score high on one and low on the other: a huge free-to-play title has audience without reach, and a landmark console exclusive has reach without a Steam audience at all. Where both exist they are averaged; where only one does, that one carries it.
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- A position is not an endorsement. It says how a game was received and what it costs, not that we recommend it. Where we do recommend something, it carries a written review with a name on it.
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The short version
- Closest match: Digimon Masters Online, which both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing.
- Villagers and Heroes is tagged Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer, Indie, Adventure, MMORPG 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.
- 14 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Villagers and Heroes
The five things Steam players tag Villagers and Heroes 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
- Massively Multiplayer
- RPG
- Open World
- Multiplayer
| Reception | on Steam (61% of 3,457) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | Free |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Digimon Masters Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer; 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: (67% of 8,126)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Anime, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCasualFantasySurvivalFPS
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PixARK
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Survival, Massively Multiplayer and Sandbox.
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: (72% of 13,440)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Adventure, Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: $4.99 — $4.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:SurvivalMassively MultiplayerSandboxRPGCasualCraftingMagicFPS
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Albion Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer; 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: (78% of 93,490)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Open World, Massively Multiplayer, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerSandboxRPGCraftingSurvivalMedieval
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Cubic Castles
Why it matched: both open world, survival and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Sandbox and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2014).
Your blocks, your castle, your world! Build anything you can dream up and explore with other players! Cubic Castles is a mini-MMO that combines the best of block-building and 3D platform action! Create fantastic parkour challenges, explore worlds made by other players, or even make friend!
Cubic Castles at a glance Released 2014 Studio Raptisoft Player sentiment 74% positive of 4,276 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: (74% of 4,276)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Open World Survival Craft, Building, Multiplayer, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlaySandboxMassively MultiplayerCraftingSurvivalCasualIndieRPG
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Dark and Light
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including Survival, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2017).
Dark and Light is a vast sandbox survival RPG set in a world dominated by powerful elemental forces. Find your way in a meticulously crafted world, featuring breathtaking landscapes, a wide variety of mythical creatures, and limitless possibility to craft, build, and unlock dozens of powerful weapons, spells, and skills.
Dark and Light at a glance Released 2017 Studio Snail Games USA Player sentiment 52% positive of 11,829 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.1/10 · Steam: (52% of 11,829)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Open World, Survival, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: $17.99 — $17.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:SurvivalMassively MultiplayerRPGSandboxFantasyMagicMMORPGCrafting
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Mortal Online 2
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 9 player tags including MMORPG, Sandbox and RPG.
Step into Nave, a vast fantasy sandbox world with a player-driven economy, persistent housing, and deep crafting systems. Engage in first-person, full-loot PvP combat with other players and perilous foes. Build, explore, and conquer in an unforgiving world. The land is yours—who will you become?
Mortal Online 2 at a glance Released 2022 Studio Star Vault AB Player sentiment 60% positive of 13,915 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.6/10 · Steam: (60% of 13,915)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: MMORPG, Sandbox, Open World, PvP, Character Customization — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: $39.99 — $39.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:MMORPGSandboxRPGMedievalFantasyMagicCraftingSurvival
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Brick-Force
Why it matched: both open world, survival and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, FPS and Shooter; released around the same time (2014).
Brick-Force is a sandbox shooter that lets you BUILD your own battlefields, SHARE them with other players, and PLAY many challenging game modes in fast-paced PvP matches!
Brick-Force at a glance Released 2014 Studio Exe Games Inc. Player sentiment 42% positive of 3,774 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.3/10 · Steam: (42% of 3,774)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, FPS, Building, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayFPSShooterSandboxFunnySurvivalCasualMassively Multiplayer
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WildStar
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and MMORPG; 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: (75% of 5,124)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
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 Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerMMORPGRPGFunnyFantasySurvivalFPS
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Will To Live Online
Why it matched: both open world and survival; shares 9 player tags including Survival, Free to Play and FPS; released around the same time (2018).
Will To Live is a MMORPG-shooter whose action takes place in a severe post-apocalyptic world. Explore the world, engage in fights with mutants and other survivors, join the clans in the struggle for existence and prove your right to Live.
Will To Live Online at a glance Released 2018 Studio AlphaSoft LLC Player sentiment 69% positive of 18,389 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: (69% of 18,389)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Survival, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Open World, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:SurvivalFree to PlayFPSMassively MultiplayerShooterMMORPGCraftingRPG
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Fallen Earth Free2Play
Why it matched: both open world and survival; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2012).
Fallen Earth Classic is a free-to-play massively multiplayer online role-playing game developed by Reloaded Productions and operated by Little Orbit. The game takes place in a post-apocalyptic wasteland located around the American Grand Canyon.
Fallen Earth Free2Play at a glance Released 2012 Studio Little Orbit Player sentiment 60% positive of 7,569 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.9/10 · Steam: (60% of 7,569)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Survival, Open World, Multiplayer, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerCraftingRPGShooterFPSSandbox
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Knight Online
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2016).
The Great Battle between Karus and El Morad has arrived to Steam! Pledge allegiance to one of the Nations and put your skills to the test in one of the best PvP system in the MMORPG universe!
Knight Online at a glance Released 2016 Studio Noah System Player sentiment 51% positive of 11,259 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.0/10 · Steam: (51% of 11,259)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Action, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGSurvivalCasualFantasy
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RPG MO
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and MMORPG; released around the same time (2015).
RPG MO is a nostalgic MMORPG that reminds of Ultima and Runescape Classic.
RPG MO at a glance Released 2015 Studio Marxnet Player sentiment 79% positive of 2,966 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (79% of 2,966)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, RPG, MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayRPGMMORPGMassively MultiplayerSandboxIndieCraftingFantasy
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RIFT
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and RPG; released around the same time (2011).
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: (74% of 11,635)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, MMORPG, RPG, Fantasy, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMMORPGRPGFantasyMassively MultiplayerMagicCraftingSurvival
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KUBOOM
Why it matched: both open world, survival and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, FPS and Shooter; released around the same time (2016).
Cross-platform hurricane online 3D Shooter
KUBOOM at a glance Released 2016 Studio nobodyshot Player sentiment 64% positive of 4,563 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: (64% of 4,563)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Action, Multiplayer, FPS, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayFPSShooterIndieCasualMassively MultiplayerSurvivalFunny
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Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020
Why it matched: both open world, survival and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Survival, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
Infestation is a Survival Horror MMO that immerses players in a zombie-infested, post-apocalyptic world in which a viral outbreak has decimated the human population leaving in its wake, a nightmare of epic proportion.
Infestation: Survivor Stories 2020 at a glance Released Not recorded Studio Fredaikis AB Player sentiment 42% positive of 25,385 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.6/10 · Steam: (42% of 25,385)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Zombies, Survival, Massively Multiplayer, Open World, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:SurvivalMassively MultiplayerRPGIndieFPSShooterFree to PlayCasual
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MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Fantasy; released around the same time (2017).
A team of veteran developers of the FINAL FANTASY franchise, headed by venerated producer Yoshinori Kitase, brings you MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY, a mobile RPG of unprecedented quality. The PC version comes 4K visuals and 60 FPS gameplay.
MOBIUS FINAL FANTASY at a glance Released 2017 Studio Square Enix Player sentiment 73% positive of 4,380 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: (73% of 4,380)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, RPG, Fantasy, Multiplayer, MMORPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayRPGFantasyMMORPGCasualSurvival
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ARK: Survival Of The Fittest
Why it matched: both open world and survival; shares 8 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: (66% of 11,804)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
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 Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlaySurvivalMassively MultiplayerCraftingRPGFPSSandboxIndie
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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: (66% of 10,691)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
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 Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGFantasySurvivalFPS
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Portal Knights
Why it matched: both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Sandbox, RPG and Crafting; released around the same time (2017).
The world of Elysia needs YOU! Join this cooperative, 3D sandbox action RPG to level up your character, craft epic weapons, conquer enemies in real-time, and build almost anything! Craft your adventure. Forge your hero. Become the ultimate Portal Knight!
Portal Knights at a glance Released 2017 Studio Keen Games GmbH Player sentiment 83% positive of 22,351 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (83% of 22,351)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Adventure, Multiplayer, Sandbox, RPG, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: $19.99 — $19.99 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:SandboxRPGCraftingSurvivalFantasyCasual
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Mabinogi
Why it matched: both open world, fantasy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2012).
Embark on amazing adventures, build lasting friendships or even find romance in this unique social game, where a welcoming community with thousands of devoted players await! Whoever you are, or whatever your heart’s desire, come express it in Mabinogi and start living your fantasy life!
Mabinogi at a glance Released 2012 Studio NEXON Korea Corporation Player sentiment 74% positive of 4,197 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: (74% of 4,197)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, Anime, RPG, MMORPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGCasualFantasySandbox
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Orcs Must Die! Unchained
Why it matched: both open world, survival and fantasy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Fantasy; 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: (69% of 6,107)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
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 Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlaySurvivalFantasyRPGFunnyMassively MultiplayerFPS
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School of Dragons
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).
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: (62% of 5,502)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 5 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer
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 Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGFantasySurvivalFunny
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Shakes and Fidget
Why it matched: both fantasy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2016).
Shakes & Fidget is a hilarious fantasy role-playing satire and at the same time, an award-winning RPG! Sounds crazy? With over 50 million enthusiastic players, it ranks among the most celebrated online role-playing games worldwide!
Shakes and Fidget at a glance Released 2016 Studio Playa Games GmbH Player sentiment 92% positive of 36,847 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (92% of 36,847)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 4 of 5 — Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, RPG, Massively Multiplayer, Casual, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlayRPGMassively MultiplayerCasualMMORPGFantasyIndieMedieval
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Fallout Shelter
Why it matched: both open world, survival and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Survival and Casual; released around the same time (2015).
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.
Fallout Shelter at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 82,585 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (88% of 82,585)
Matches Villagers and Heroes on: 3 of 5 — Free to Play, RPG, Multiplayer
Why players like it: Free to Play, Base-Building, Survival, Post-apocalyptic, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Villagers and Heroes: Free — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, monetisation inside the game, lost progress or broken saves (details)
Shared with Villagers and Heroes:Free to PlaySurvivalCasualCraftingSandboxRPGFunny
Common questions
What game is most like Villagers and Heroes?
Digimon Masters Online, on the evidence we have. It both open world, survival, fantasy and relaxing. 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 Villagers and Heroes" 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 Villagers and Heroes. 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.