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24 games like Wartales (2026)

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

Every game below overlaps with Wartales 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.

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24 games have both

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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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The short version

  • Closest match: Wasteland 3, which both open world, story-rich and strategy.
  • Wartales is tagged RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG, Medieval, Co-op, Adventure, Turn-Based Combat 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 free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.

Why players value Wartales

The five things Steam players tag Wartales 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.

  1. RPG
  2. Open World
  3. Turn-Based Strategy
  4. Party-Based RPG
  5. Medieval
Wartales at a glance
ReceptionVery Positive on Steam (86% of 35,569)
Watch-outsno widespread problems reported by players
Price$34.99

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

  1. 1

    Wasteland 3

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Story Rich, Violent and RPG; released around the same time (2020).

    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
    Released2020StudioinXile Entertainment
    Player sentiment85% positive of 22,363Price$39.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (85% of 22,363)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: CRPG, Character Customization, Choices Matter, Story Rich, Sexual Content — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $39.99 — $5.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:Story RichViolentRPGTactical RPGParty-Based RPGTurn-BasedStrategyTurn-Based Combat

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  2. 2

    Stoneshard

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Survival; released around the same time (2020).

    Stoneshard is a hardcore turn-based RPG about the harsh life of a medieval mercenary: travel with your own caravan, descend into procedurally generated dungeons, learn new skills, survive hunger and injuries - and remember, every mistake can mean death and loss of progress.

    Stoneshard at a glance
    Released2020StudioInk Stains Games
    Player sentiment75% positive of 35,515Price$24.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (75% of 35,515)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Medieval

    Why players like it: RPG, Rogue-like, Strategy, Pixel Graphics, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $24.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGStrategySurvivalTurn-BasedTurn-Based CombatIndieMedievalSandbox

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  3. 3

    Curious Expedition 2

    Why it matched: both survival, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Exploration, Survival and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2021).

    Curious Expedition 2 is a turn-based narrative roguelike set in a reimagined version of the late 19th century that uses procedural gameplay and story elements to create completely unique and epic adventures every time you play.

    Curious Expedition 2 at a glance
    Released2021StudioMaschinen-Mensch
    Player sentiment89% positive of 4,143Price$4.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 4,143)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Turn-Based Strategy

    Why players like it: Adventure, Simulation, Dynamic Narration, Alternate History, Hex Grid — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $4.99 — $30.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:ExplorationSurvivalTurn-BasedTurn-Based StrategyRPGStrategyStory RichTurn-Based Combat

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  4. 4

    Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Party-Based RPG.

    Gather your party and get ready for the kick-ass new version of GameSpot's PC Game of the Year 2014. With hours of new content, new game modes, full voiceovers, split-screen multiplayer, and thousands of improvements, there's never been a better time to explore the epic world of Rivellon!

    Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition at a glance
    Released2015StudioLarian Studios
    Player sentiment89% positive of 32,922Price$39.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 32,922)

    Matches Wartales on: 4 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: RPG, Turn-Based, Co-op, Adventure, Fantasy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $39.99 — $5.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGTurn-BasedParty-Based RPGStrategyTurn-Based CombatStory RichIndieTurn-Based Strategy

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  5. 5

    Foundation

    Why it matched: both open world, survival, story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Medieval, Strategy and Sandbox; released around the same time (2025).

    Foundation is a grid-less, laidback medieval city-building game with a focus on organic development, monument construction and resource management.

    Foundation at a glance
    Released2025StudioPolymorph Games
    Player sentiment87% positive of 24,163Price$23.44

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 24,163)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — Open World, Medieval

    Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Medieval, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $23.44 — $11.55 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:MedievalStrategySandboxIndieSurvival

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  6. 6

    Dawn of Man

    Why it matched: both open world, survival, story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Strategy and Sandbox; released around the same time (2019).

    Command a settlement of ancient humans, guide them through the ages in their struggle for survival. Hunt, gather, craft tools, fight, research new techs and face the challenges the environment will throw at you.

    Dawn of Man at a glance
    Released2019StudioMadruga Works
    Player sentiment87% positive of 17,830Price$12.49

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 17,830)

    Matches Wartales on: 1 of 5 — Open World

    Why players like it: City Builder, Colony Sim, Survival, Strategy, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $12.49 — $22.50 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:SurvivalStrategySandboxIndieStory Rich

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  7. 7

    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners

    Why it matched: both open world, survival, story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Violent, Survival and RPG; released around the same time (2020).

    Saints & Sinners is a game unlike any other in The Walking Dead universe. Every challenge you face and decision you make is driven by YOU. Fight the undead, scavenge through the flooded ruins of New Orleans, and face gut-wrenching choices for you and the other survivors. Live The Walking Dead.

    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners at a glance
    Released2020StudioSkydance Interactive
    Player sentiment86% positive of 10,074Price$9.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 10,074)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    Why players like it: VR, Zombies, Action, Gore, Horror — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $9.99 — $25.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:ViolentSurvivalRPGIndieStrategy

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  8. 8

    Octopath Traveler

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Story Rich.

    Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.

    Octopath Traveler at a glance
    Released2018StudioSquare Enix
    Player sentiment86% positive of 17,150Price$59.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 17,150)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: RPG, JRPG, Pixel Graphics, Turn-Based, Story Rich — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $59.99 — $25.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: players report servers and connection (details)

    Shared with Wartales:RPGTurn-BasedStory RichTurn-Based CombatStrategySandboxParty-Based RPG

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  9. 9

    Wasteland 2: Director's Cut

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Strategy.

    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
    Released2014StudioinXile Entertainment
    Player sentiment83% positive of 8,104Price$29.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 8,104)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy

    Why players like it: RPG, Post-apocalyptic, Turn-Based, Strategy, Tactical — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $29.99 — $5.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGTurn-BasedStrategyIndieTurn-Based StrategySurvivalExploration

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  10. 10

    Divinity: Original Sin (Classic)

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Turn-Based and Strategy.

    Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.

    Divinity: Original Sin (Classic) at a glance
    Released2014StudioLarian Studios
    Player sentiment92% positive of 11,898PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 11,898)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy

    Why players like it: RPG, Turn-Based, Co-op, Fantasy, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGTurn-BasedStrategyStory RichIndieTurn-Based StrategyOnline Co-Op

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  11. 11

    Battle Brothers

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, RPG and Medieval.

    Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

    Battle Brothers at a glance
    Released2017StudioOverhype Studios
    Player sentiment88% positive of 28,671Price$8.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 28,671)

    Matches Wartales on: 4 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy, Medieval

    Why players like it: Strategy, RPG, Medieval, Open World, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $8.99 — $26.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:StrategyRPGMedievalTurn-Based StrategySandboxTactical RPGTurn-Based CombatTurn-Based

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  12. 12

    Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom

    Why it matched: both open world, survival, story-rich and strategy; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Story Rich and Strategy.

    Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

    Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom at a glance
    Released2018StudioLEVEL5 Inc.
    Player sentiment84% positive of 11,158Price$59.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (84% of 11,158)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    Why players like it: RPG, JRPG, Anime, Adventure, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $59.99 — $25.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGStory RichStrategyExplorationSurvival

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  13. 13

    Conan Exiles Enhanced

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Survival, Sandbox and RPG.

    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
    Released2018StudioFuncom
    Player sentiment79% positive of 117,272Price$39.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (79% of 117,272)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    Why players like it: Survival, Open World, Nudity, Building, Open World Survival Craft — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $39.99 — $5.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:SurvivalSandboxRPGOnline Co-OpExplorationViolent

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  14. 14

    Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Party-Based RPG and Story Rich.

    Pathfinder: Kingmaker - Enhanced Plus Edition is the first isometric party-based cRPG set in the Pathfinder fantasy universe. Enjoy a classic RPG experience inspired by games like Baldur's Gate, Fallout 1 and 2 and Arcanum. Explore and conquer the Stolen Lands and make them your kingdom!

    Pathfinder: Kingmaker — Enhanced Plus Edition at a glance
    Released2018StudioOwlcat Games
    Player sentiment78% positive of 35,118Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (78% of 35,118)

    Matches Wartales on: 5 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG, Medieval

    Why players like it: RPG, Party-Based RPG, Fantasy, CRPG, Isometric — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $19.99 — $15.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGParty-Based RPGStory RichStrategyTurn-BasedMedievalTurn-Based Strategy

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  15. 15

    ARK: Survival Of The Fittest

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Survival, RPG and Strategy.

    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
    Released2017StudioStudio Wildcard
    Player sentiment66% positive of 11,804PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.0/10 · Steam: Mixed (66% of 11,804)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    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 Wartales:SurvivalRPGStrategyExplorationSandboxIndie

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  16. 16

    Persona 4 Golden

    Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Story Rich, Turn-Based Combat and RPG; released around the same time (2020).

    A coming of age story that sets the protagonist and his friends on a journey kickstarted by a chain of serial murders.

    Persona 4 Golden at a glance
    Released2020StudioATLUS
    Player sentiment97% positive of 87,112Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (97% of 87,112)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: JRPG, Great Soundtrack, Story Rich, Anime, Turn-Based Combat — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $19.99 — $15.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:Story RichTurn-Based CombatRPGParty-Based RPGTurn-Based StrategyStrategyViolentTurn-Based

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  17. 17

    Wildermyth

    Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Party-Based RPG, Story Rich and Tactical RPG; released around the same time (2021).

    Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.

    Wildermyth at a glance
    Released2021StudioWorldwalker Games LLC
    Player sentiment95% positive of 18,232Price$24.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 18,232)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: Party-Based RPG, Choices Matter, Story Rich, Character Customization, Turn-Based Tactics — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $24.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:Party-Based RPGStory RichTactical RPGTurn-Based StrategyRPGTurn-BasedIndieStrategy

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  18. 18

    Expeditions: Rome

    Why it matched: both story-rich and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Strategy and Turn-Based Strategy; released around the same time (2022).

    Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?

    Expeditions: Rome at a glance
    Released2022StudioLogic Artists
    Player sentiment87% positive of 6,755Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 6,755)

    Matches Wartales on: 3 of 5 — RPG, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: RPG, Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG, Rome — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $44.99 — $10.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGStrategyTurn-Based StrategyParty-Based RPGTactical RPGStory RichTurn-Based CombatTurn-Based

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  19. 19

    Amazing Cultivation Simulator

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 5 player tags including RPG, Sandbox and Strategy; released around the same time (2020).

    Rise up in a search for immortality in this strategy sim and management game based on Chinese mythology. Rebuild your sect and train new disciples through the path of cultivation. Research magic and gather mystical artifacts, face ancient dangers and other sects in your path to spiritual ascension.

    Amazing Cultivation Simulator at a glance
    Released2020StudioGSQ Games
    Player sentiment86% positive of 23,608Price$24.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: Very Positive (86% of 23,608)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    Why players like it: Simulation, Martial Arts, RPG, Sandbox, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $24.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGSandboxStrategySurvivalIndie

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    Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Turn-Based Combat, RPG and Party-Based RPG; released around the same time (2021).

    Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations.

    Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition at a glance
    Released2021StudioOwlcat Games
    Player sentiment83% positive of 44,046Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 44,046)

    Matches Wartales on: 4 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: Singleplayer, Action RPG, 3D, Third Person, Lore-Rich — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $19.99 — $15.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:Turn-Based CombatRPGParty-Based RPGStrategyTurn-Based StrategyStory Rich

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  21. 21

    Endless Sky

    Why it matched: both open world, story-rich and strategy; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Exploration and Indie.

    Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.

    Endless Sky at a glance
    Released2015StudioMichael Zahniser
    Player sentiment92% positive of 7,092PriceFree

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 7,092)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    Why players like it: Space, Free to Play, Open World, Singleplayer, Sci-fi — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: Free — free

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGExplorationIndieSandboxStrategyStory Rich

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  22. 22

    TerraTech

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Sandbox, Survival and Exploration.

    TerraTech is an open-world, sandbox adventure game, where you design and build your own creations through a mix of crafting, combat and discovery. Design vehicles from a huge library of blocks. Scavenge, craft and buy new parts to survive and become the ultimate planetary prospector.

    TerraTech at a glance
    Released2018StudioPayload Studios
    Player sentiment91% positive of 24,934Price$6.24

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 24,934)

    Matches Wartales on: 1 of 5 — Open World

    Why players like it: Building, Sandbox, Open World, Open World Survival Craft, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $6.24 — $28.75 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:SandboxSurvivalExplorationStrategyIndieOnline Co-Op

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  23. 23

    For The King

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Online Co-Op and Strategy.

    For The King is a strategic RPG that blends tabletop and roguelike elements in a challenging adventure that spans the realms. Set off on a single player experience or play cooperatively both online and locally.

    For The King at a glance
    Released2018StudioIronOak Games
    Player sentiment88% positive of 43,739Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 43,739)

    Matches Wartales on: 4 of 5 — RPG, Open World, Turn-Based Strategy, Party-Based RPG

    Why players like it: RPG, Online Co-Op, Strategy, Turn-Based, Rogue-like — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $19.99 — $15.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Wartales:RPGOnline Co-OpStrategyTurn-BasedTurn-Based CombatTurn-Based StrategyParty-Based RPGIndie

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  24. 24

    Far Cry 4

    Why it matched: both open world, survival and story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Survival, Online Co-Op and Story Rich.

    Fight to liberate a war-torn Himalayan region in this open world FPS. Wield a deadly arsenal, dominate land and sky with gyrocopters and war elephants, and take on enemy territory solo or in co-op.

    Far Cry 4 at a glance
    Released2014StudioUbisoft Toronto
    Player sentiment85% positive of 73,512Price$29.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (85% of 73,512)

    Matches Wartales on: 2 of 5 — RPG, Open World

    Why players like it: Open World, Action, FPS, Co-op, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Wartales: $29.99 — $5.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter, will not launch or install (details)

    Shared with Wartales:SurvivalOnline Co-OpStory RichExplorationSandboxRPG

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Common questions

What game is most like Wartales?

Wasteland 3, on the evidence we have. It both open world, story-rich 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 Wartales" 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 Wartales. 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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