Best Dwarf games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated dwarf games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free dwarf games are available at the bottom of the page.

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SpellForce - Platinum Edition

Included in the Platinum Edition are three titles:SpellForce: The Order of DawnIn a world beyond imagination...In their immeasurable greed and constant thirst for power, the thirteen most powerful Mages of all time doomed the land, hurling it into an endless spiral of chaos and despair.

Price -90% 1.00€
Rating 8.4
Release 03 Nov 2009

Drakensang

Drakensang is a third-person party-based RPG based on the pen & paper role-play rules of The Dark Eye. Drakensang is the first PC game for over 10 years to be based on Germany's most successful and popular role-play system. Drakensang builds on the pen & paper rules as applied in version 4.0.

Price 9.99€
Rating 7.6
Release 09 Mar 2009

Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate

Take part in a thrilling new adventure in the world of Ashan with the Hammers of Fate expansion. Discover uncharted territories and experience new ways of playing Heroes of Might & Magic V. Introducing a brand-new Dwarves faction, made up of heroic warriors and rune magic adepts who stalk the deepest mountains and most hostile regions of...

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.0
Release 10 Oct 2008

Sacred Gold

A shadow of evil has fallen on the kingdom of Ancaria. It is a time for champions - a time to journey into the perilous world of SACRED. Battle blood-thirsty orcs & lumbering ogres... Destroy undead wizards & rotting mummies... Slay hellish demons & legendary dragons.

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 09 Jul 2008

Heroes of Annihilated Empires

Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles!

Price -76% 1.91€
Rating 8.1
Release 22 Nov 2006

Disciples II: Rise of the Elves

The award-winning series Disciples introduced a milestone in the game's very successful history; the introduction of a new race: The Elves. The Elven Race added a new dimension to the game and added countless hours of gameplay. Now that series has expanded further with Disciples II: Rise Of The Elves.

Price -80% 1.19€
Rating 8.3
Release 06 Jul 2006

Dungeon Siege II

It’s been a generation since you vanquished the evil that plagued the Land of Ehb, and now…a new menace has awakened. In Dungeon Siege II, the sequel to the best-selling RPG from Gas Powered Games, you will be called on to again wield sword and spell to save the world from a growing abomination many years in the making.

Price -79% 1.48€
Rating 7.4
Release 16 Aug 2005

Most played dwarf games on Steam

Take a look at the top dwarf games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.

1. Deep Rock Galactic

Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves, 100% destructible environments, procedurally-generated caves, and endless hordes of alien monsters. Deep Rock Galactic is a dwarf, co-op and pve game developed by Ghost Ship Games and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. Released on May 13th 2020 has received 339,834 reviews of which 330,525 were positive and 9,309 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played dwarf game, thanks to its 3,898 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
330,525
9,309

3,898
players

2. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor

DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: SURVIVOR is a single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It's one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes! Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is a dwarf, action roguelike and bullet hell game developed by Funday Games and published by Ghost Ship Publishing. Released on February 14th 2024 has received 35,963 reviews of which 31,157 were positive and 4,806 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 1,335 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among dwarf games based on player count.
8.5
31,157
4,806

1,335
players

3. Dwarf Fortress

The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created. The legendary Dwarf Fortress is now on Steam. Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Dwarf Fortress is a dwarf, colony sim and strategy game developed by Bay 12 Games and published by Kitfox Games. Released on December 06th 2022 has received 28,387 reviews of which 26,952 were positive and 1,435 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 978 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among dwarf games based on player count.
9.3
26,952
1,435

978
players

4. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™

The only survival crafting game set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth™. Embark on an epic journey to reclaim the Dwarven homeland of Moria, and explore, craft, and build in procedurally generated worlds. Play as a solo adventurer, or join friends in co-op gameplay for up to 8 players. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™ is a open world survival craft, base-building and dwarf game developed by Free Range Games and published by North Beach Games. Released on August 27th 2024 has received 7,921 reviews of which 6,589 were positive and 1,332 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 716 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played dwarf games.
8.1
6,589
1,332

716
players

5. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine

Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine is a dwarf, simulation and software game developed and published by The DFHack Team. Released on April 13th 2023 has received 708 reviews of which 703 were positive and 5 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 224 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played dwarf games.
9.3
703
5

224
players

6. Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot

Create your fully customizable army of dwarves and lead them to victory! Strategize with up to 10 individual beardlings in this combination of classic RPGs, roguelikes and auto-battlers. Forge your own path and decimate orcs, fight trolls or battle dragons - There will be Glory, Death and Loot! Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot is a early access, dwarf and auto battler game developed by ichbinhamma and published by Gamersky Games and INSTINCT3. Released on August 16th 2023 has received 1,604 reviews of which 1,306 were positive and 298 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 221 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played dwarf games.
7.8
1,306
298

221
players

7. Craft The World

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 is a dwarf, colony sim and crafting game developed by Dekovir Entertainment and published by Black Maple Games. Released on November 24th 2014 has received 15,885 reviews of which 14,060 were positive and 1,825 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 172 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played dwarf games.
8.6
14,060
1,825

172
players

8. Bronzebeard's Tavern

Bronzebeard's Tavern is a goofy and playful restaurant manager sim where 1-8 players can work as a team with multiplayer co-op. Fulfill a number of different roles, serve a diverse range of customers and cook up delicious dwarven cuisine. Bronzebeard's Tavern is a dwarf, multiplayer and simulation game developed and published by The Mermaid MenZ. Released on November 30th 2023 has received 5,110 reviews of which 4,812 were positive and 298 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 156 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played dwarf games.
9.1
4,812
298

156
players

9. Might and Magic: Heroes VII – Trial by Fire

Five years after the epic events of Might & Magic Heroes VII, lead the new Fortress faction to define the destiny of the Dwarves and shed light on some of the darkest chapters of their history. Might and Magic: Heroes VII – Trial by Fire is a strategy, rpg and dwarf game developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Ubisoft. Released on August 04th 2016 has received 1,569 reviews of which 1,034 were positive and 535 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played dwarf games.
6.4
1,034
535

78
players

10. Cave Crawlers

Cave Crawlers is a 1-10 player rogue lite set deep underground in a system of randomly generated caves. Players use weapons, spells, and talents to defeat the unique bosses and enemies found in each biome. Cave Crawlers is a early access, dwarf and rpg game developed and published by Heroic Pyxel LLC. Released on July 10th 2023 has received 2,823 reviews of which 2,644 were positive and 179 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played dwarf games.
9.0
2,644
179

63
players

Best deals on dwarf games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of dwarf games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted dwarf games.

1. We Are The Dwarves

We Are The Dwarves is a real-time tactical adventure where you take control of three Dwarven astronauts and lead them through the hordes of enemies in the depths of their Universe. We Are The Dwarves is a indie, adventure and action game developed and published by Whale Rock Games. Released on February 25th 2016 has received 1,317 reviews of which 892 were positive and 425 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for dwarf category.
6.6
892
425

-97% 43.00€ 1.29€

2. A Game of Dwarves

A Dwarven Prince on a quest to reclaim his people’s stolen land will take you on a great journey. Explore a continent filled with buried treasures and unearth mysteries that have laid hidden since the Great War. A Game of Dwarves is a strategy, casual and dwarf game developed by Zeal Game Studio and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on October 23rd 2012 has received 541 reviews of which 342 were positive and 199 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in dwarf games.
6.1
342
199

-90% 10.00€ 1.00€

3. Craft The World

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 is a dwarf, colony sim and crafting game developed by Dekovir Entertainment and published by Black Maple Games. Released on November 24th 2014 has received 15,885 reviews of which 14,060 were positive and 1,825 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in dwarf games.
8.6
14,060
1,825

-80% 18.65€ 3.73€

4. Heroes of Annihilated Empires

Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles! Heroes of Annihilated Empires is a strategy, rts and fantasy game developed and published by GSC Game World. Released on November 22nd 2006 has received 724 reviews of which 619 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 76% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.1
619
105

-76% 7.96€ 1.91€

5. Lords of Magic: Special Edition

Urak, once peaceful, is now a land of darkness, chaos and death. The people yearn for a champion to drive away the forces of evil. That champion is you. Lords of Magic: Special Edition is a strategy, rpg and dwarf game developed by Impressions Games and published by Rebellion. Released on December 03rd 2015 has received 500 reviews of which 463 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 67% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.6
463
37

-67% 5.03€ 1.66€

6. Warlords Battlecry III

Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre. Warlords Battlecry III is a strategy, dwarf and rts game developed by Infinite Interactive and published by Retroism and Enlight Software Limited. Released on January 22nd 2016 has received 924 reviews of which 774 were positive and 150 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a 40% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
7.9
774
150

-40% 9.99€ 5.99€

7. Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot

Create your fully customizable army of dwarves and lead them to victory! Strategize with up to 10 individual beardlings in this combination of classic RPGs, roguelikes and auto-battlers. Forge your own path and decimate orcs, fight trolls or battle dragons - There will be Glory, Death and Loot! Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot is a early access, dwarf and auto battler game developed by ichbinhamma and published by Gamersky Games and INSTINCT3. Released on August 16th 2023 has received 1,604 reviews of which 1,306 were positive and 298 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a 25% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
7.8
1,306
298

-25% 13.79€ 10.34€

Free dwarf games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play dwarf games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play dwarf games.

1. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine

Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine is a dwarf, simulation and software game developed and published by The DFHack Team. Released on April 13th 2023 has received 708 reviews of which 703 were positive and 5 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 224 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free dwarf games on Steam.
9.3
703
5

224
players

2. Bronzebeard's Tavern

Bronzebeard's Tavern is a goofy and playful restaurant manager sim where 1-8 players can work as a team with multiplayer co-op. Fulfill a number of different roles, serve a diverse range of customers and cook up delicious dwarven cuisine. Bronzebeard's Tavern is a dwarf, multiplayer and simulation game developed and published by The Mermaid MenZ. Released on November 30th 2023 has received 5,110 reviews of which 4,812 were positive and 298 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 156, this dwarf game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free dwarf games on Steam.
9.1
4,812
298

156
players

3. Cave Crawlers

Cave Crawlers is a 1-10 player rogue lite set deep underground in a system of randomly generated caves. Players use weapons, spells, and talents to defeat the unique bosses and enemies found in each biome. Cave Crawlers is a early access, dwarf and rpg game developed and published by Heroic Pyxel LLC. Released on July 10th 2023 has received 2,823 reviews of which 2,644 were positive and 179 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free dwarf games on Steam.
9.0
2,644
179

63
players

4. Dwarfs - F2P

Dwarfs!? is an addictive, fast paced arcade-like experience, with plenty of difficulty levels and game modes, in the tradition of great games such as “Lemmings” and “Dwarf Fortress”. Dwarfs - F2P is a free to play, strategy and dwarf game developed by Power of 2 and published by Tripwire Interactive. Released on October 18th 2012 has received 1,694 reviews of which 1,446 were positive and 248 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free dwarf games on Steam.
8.2
1,446
248

1
players