Best Medieval 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 medieval games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free medieval games are available at the bottom of the page.
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The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav
Face your Destiny! In Andergast, whose inhabitants are considered to be superstitious, King Efferdan awaits a state visit from high-ranking dignitaries. For centuries the kingdom has been at odds with neighboring Nostria, but now first steps are being undertaken toward a lasting peace.
Game of Thrones
Experience an amazing adventure in one of the most fascinating universes! Amidst conspiracy and betrayal, try to survive the orchestrated machinations around the Iron Throne.
Thief™ II: The Metal Age
The ultimate thief is back! Tread softly as you make your way through 15 new complex, non-linear levels full of loot to steal and guards to outsmart. Improved enemy AI, new gadgets and a riveting story will draw you into the world of Thief™ II: The Metal Age, a place of powerful new technologies, fanatical religions and corruption.
Thief™ Gold
Stalk your prey on the quest for stolen goods with your blackjack, sword, and an assortment of unique arrows. Steal for money and uncover the hidden agendas of your allies and enemies as you play through an unravelling story of deception and revenge.
The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings Enhanced Edition
A time of untold chaos has come. Mighty forces clash behind the scenes in a struggle for power and influence. The Northern Kingdoms mobilize for war. But armies on the march are not enough to stop a bloody conspiracy...
Stronghold Kingdoms
A massively multiplayer grand strategy game, Stronghold Kingdoms is about forging alliances, political mind games, city-building and castle sieges with thousands of other players!
Crusader Kings II
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Fable - The Lost Chapters
Each person you aid, each flower you crush, and each creature you slay will change this world forever. Fable: Who will you be?
Assassin's Creed® Revelations
Ezio Auditore walks in the footsteps of the legendary mentor Altair, on a dangerous journey of discovery and revelation.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
EPIC FANTASY REBORN The next chapter in the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the makers of the 2006 and 2008 Games of the Year, Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose.
The Cursed Crusade
Two seasoned warriors quest across a Western Europe ablaze with the turmoil of a newly begun Fourth Crusade.
Rock of Ages
A rock-solid combination of rock-rolling action, deep strategy, and captivating art and music from different ages of history, this is a game of crush or be crushed!
Robin Hood: The Legend of Sherwood
Roam the dense foliage of Sherwood, come face to face with royal trouble and battle against Prince John’s forces as you take on the role of legendary nobleman, Robin Hood.
The First Templar - Steam Special Edition
Uncover the mysteries behind the Templar Order! Steam Exclusive Edition includes bonus mission “The Arena”.
Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword
The standalone expansion for Mount & Blade! With Fire & Sword builds and expands upon the highly regarded combat system from Mount & Blade: Warband. Firearms have been introduced to the battlefield.
Assassin’s Creed® Brotherhood
It’s time to join the Brotherhood.
Total War: SHOGUN 2
Total War: SHOGUN 2 is the perfect mix of real-time and turn-based strategy gaming for newcomers and veterans alike.
Two Worlds II HD
Check out the new Velvet Edition bundle including both Two Worlds II and Pirates of the Flying Fortress DLC.
Patrician III
Become a fellow of the famous medieval Hanse trading association in the 13th century. Manage the politics, prestige and economic success in your city and the known parts of Europe!
The Guild II Renaissance
For centuries Europe has been dominated by the church and nobility. On the shoulders of ordinary people the servants of god and the noble families justified their power and wealth. This was the incontrovertible, divine world order. A truly dark era… In the 14th Century the world order is beginning to transform itself.
The Guild II
The Guild 2 is the shining successor of the ultra successful medieval life sim, Europe 1400. The Guild 2 is a unique mixture of RPG and life simulation in an immersive middle ages scenario. The player and his party become part of history and can even change it in real-time. Go back to the dark middle ages and found a new dynasty!
Mount & Blade: Warband
In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!
Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II
Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II pits three teams against each other in a struggle for wealth, power and total domination. Whether using the Gunpowder Keg to clear out a territory full of enemies, or the Javelin to pin your dead foes to a wall, you'll find this game both hilarious and exhilarating.
Gothic II: Gold Edition
Gothic II: Gold Edition brings together the excitement of Gothic II and the add-on Night of the Raven to your fingertips!
Most played medieval games on Steam
Take a look at the top medieval games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Crusader Kings III
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages. Crusader Kings III is a strategy, medieval and grand strategy game developed by Paradox Development Studio and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on September 01st 2020 has received 126,909 reviews of which 114,259 were positive and 12,650 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played medieval game, thanks to its 16,838 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.9
114,259
12,650
16,838
players
2. Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
A strategy/action RPG. Create a character, engage in diplomacy, craft, trade and conquer new lands in a vast medieval sandbox. Raise armies to lead into battle and command and fight alongside your troops in massive real-time battles using a deep but intuitive skill-based combat system. Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord is a medieval, strategy and open world game developed and published by TaleWorlds Entertainment. Released on October 25th 2022 has received 264,391 reviews of which 232,360 were positive and 32,031 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. While seeing 16,649 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among medieval games based on player count.
8.7
232,360
32,031
16,649
players
3. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a rpg, medieval and open world game developed by Warhorse Studios and published by Deep Silver. Released on February 04th 2025 has received 102,337 reviews of which 96,279 were positive and 6,058 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 8,785 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among medieval games based on player count.
9.3
96,279
6,058
8,785
players
4. Dark and Darker
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters. Dark and Darker is a early access, dungeon crawler and multiplayer game developed and published by IRONMACE. Released on June 07th 2024 has received 72,206 reviews of which 48,530 were positive and 23,676 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 4,555 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played medieval games.
6.7
48,530
23,676
4,555
players
5. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition is a strategy, medieval and historical game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on November 15th 2006 has received 33,344 reviews of which 31,910 were positive and 1,434 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 3,534 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played medieval games.
9.4
31,910
1,434
3,534
players
6. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans! Shop Titans is a idler, shop keeper and medieval game developed and published by Kabam Games and Inc.. Released on May 05th 2020 has received 16,928 reviews of which 13,249 were positive and 3,679 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. With 3,440 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played medieval games.
7.7
13,249
3,679
3,440
players
7. FOR HONOR™
Fight alone or with friends in For Honor, a third-person hero-based melee fighting game. Enter the chaos of war as a Knight, a Viking, a Samurai, a Wu Lin, or an Outlander. Fight in brutal PvP and team-oriented modes, or play the thrilling story campaign. FOR HONOR™ is a medieval, swordplay and action game developed by Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Quebec, Ubisoft Toronto and Blue Byte and published by Ubisoft. Released on March 14th 2024 has received 150,256 reviews of which 104,468 were positive and 45,788 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 3,159 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played medieval games.
6.9
104,468
45,788
3,159
players
8. Chivalry 2
Chivalry 2 is a multiplayer first person slasher inspired by epic medieval movie battles. Players are thrust into the action of every iconic moment of the era - from clashing swords, to storms of flaming arrows, to sprawling castle sieges and more. Chivalry 2 is a swordplay, medieval and massively multiplayer game developed by Torn Banner Studios and published by Tripwire Presents. Released on June 12th 2022 has received 46,961 reviews of which 37,673 were positive and 9,288 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 3,101 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played medieval games.
7.9
37,673
9,288
3,101
players
9. Age of Empires II (Retired)
Age of Empires II has been re-imagined in high definition. With the release of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, this product will not be updated further. Age of Empires II (Retired) is a strategy, rts and medieval game developed by SkyBox Labs, Hidden Path Entertainment, Ensemble Studios and Forgotten Empires and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on April 09th 2013 has received 101,351 reviews of which 97,083 were positive and 4,268 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 2,893 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played medieval games.
9.4
97,083
4,268
2,893
players
10. Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents' death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore castles, forests, villages and other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia! Kingdom Come: Deliverance is a medieval, rpg and open world game developed by Warhorse Studios and published by Warhorse Studios and Deep Silver. Released on February 13th 2018 has received 162,206 reviews of which 136,446 were positive and 25,760 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 2,751 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played medieval games.
8.3
136,446
25,760
2,751
players
Best deals on medieval games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of medieval games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted medieval games.
1. Inkulinati
Inkulinati is a turn-based strategy game straight from medieval manuscripts, where a rabbit’s bum can be deadlier than a dog's sword. Become a master of the Living Ink, build your own bestiary, defeat medieval superstars and collect perks to unleash hidden powers. Inkulinati is a medieval, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Yaza Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on February 22nd 2024 has received 928 reviews of which 808 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for medieval category.
8.2
808
120
-99%
24.99€
0.44€
2. Ancestors Legacy
Ancestors Legacy is a squad-based real time strategy with a strong focus on tactics. Inspired by medieval European history, it brings to life four different nations and their conflicts, usually solved by war. Ancestors Legacy is a strategy, medieval and rts game developed and published by Destructive Creations. Released on May 22nd 2018 has received 8,373 reviews of which 6,597 were positive and 1,776 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in medieval games.
7.7
6,597
1,776
-95%
34.99€
1.85€
3. Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory. Knights of Honor II: Sovereign is a strategy, simulation and medieval game developed by Black Sea Games and published by THQ Nordic. Released on December 06th 2022 has received 5,792 reviews of which 4,450 were positive and 1,342 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in medieval games.
7.5
4,450
1,342
-98%
44.99€
0.98€
4. Rustler (Grand Theft Horse)
Become a medieval thug in a crazy open-world action game, full of pop-culture references. Complete insane quests, kill heroes, steal horses, fight guards, rob peasants, listen to some bard music, and much more! All packed in old-school gameplay style! Rustler (Grand Theft Horse) is a crime, open world and funny game developed by Jutsu Games and published by Games Operators and Modus Games. Released on August 31st 2021 has received 1,726 reviews of which 1,301 were positive and 425 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for medieval games.
7.3
1,301
425
-98%
20.99€
0.58€
5. Stronghold Crusader 2
Stronghold Crusader 2 is the long awaited sequel to the original castle sim. After 12 years Stronghold returns to the desert with a new 3D engine and powerful Havok Physics. Crusader 2 recaptures the original game’s addictive, fast-paced gameplay and authentic castle simulation. Stronghold Crusader 2 is a strategy, medieval and city builder game developed and published by FireFly Studios. Released on September 22nd 2014 has received 17,082 reviews of which 12,328 were positive and 4,754 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for medieval games.
7.1
12,328
4,754
-98%
29.99€
0.87€
6. Chivalry: Medieval Warfare
Besiege castles and raid villages in Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, a fast-paced medieval first person slasher with a focus on multiplayer battles Chivalry: Medieval Warfare is a medieval, multiplayer and action game developed and published by Torn Banner Studios. Released on October 16th 2012 has received 65,444 reviews of which 54,016 were positive and 11,428 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for medieval games.
8.1
54,016
11,428
-97%
22.99€
0.90€
7. Life is Feudal: Forest Village
LiF:Forest Village is a city builder with survival aspects in a realistic harsh medieval world. Shape, build and expand your settlement, grow various food to prevent your villagers from avitaminosis and starvation. Possess them for additional micromanagement or simply to wander around. Life is Feudal: Forest Village is a city builder, colony sim and strategy game developed by Mindillusion and published by Bitbox Ltd.. Released on May 26th 2017 has received 5,890 reviews of which 3,904 were positive and 1,986 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for medieval games.
6.5
3,904
1,986
-97%
22.99€
0.83€
8. Besiege
Besiege is a physics building game about constructing mechanical machines to annihilate armies, obliterate castles and overcome challenging obstacles. Conquer the campaign or skirmish with friends in Multiplayer! Besiege is a simulation, sandbox and destruction game developed and published by Spiderling Studios. Released on February 18th 2020 has received 49,754 reviews of which 47,491 were positive and 2,263 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for medieval games.
9.4
47,491
2,263
-96%
14.79€
0.70€
9. Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator
Potion Craft is an alchemist simulator where you physically interact with your tools and ingredients to brew potions. You're in full control of the whole shop: invent new recipes, attract customers and experiment to your heart's content. Just remember: the whole town is counting on you. Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator is a crafting, singleplayer and relaxing game developed by niceplay games and published by tinyBuild. Released on December 13th 2022 has received 37,608 reviews of which 34,716 were positive and 2,892 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for medieval games.
9.1
34,716
2,892
-96%
19.50€
0.80€
10. Medieval Kingdom Wars
Rewrite medieval history through bloody siege combat in a fusion of RTS and Grand Strategy genres. Rule, build, and serve your King as a minor lord in medieval Europe. Experience siege, field and naval combat with an unseen degree of brutality. Rogue-like progression, epic towns and battles await… Medieval Kingdom Wars is a grand strategy, rts and medieval game developed by Reverie World Studios and published by indie.io. Released on January 03rd 2019 has received 2,584 reviews of which 1,975 were positive and 609 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for medieval games.
7.4
1,975
609
-96%
13.99€
0.63€
Free medieval games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play medieval games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play medieval games.
1. Dark and Darker
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters. Dark and Darker is a early access, dungeon crawler and multiplayer game developed and published by IRONMACE. Released on June 07th 2024 has received 72,206 reviews of which 48,530 were positive and 23,676 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 4,555 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free medieval games on Steam.
6.7
48,530
23,676
4,555
players
2. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans! Shop Titans is a idler, shop keeper and medieval game developed and published by Kabam Games and Inc.. Released on May 05th 2020 has received 16,928 reviews of which 13,249 were positive and 3,679 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 3,440, this medieval game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free medieval games on Steam.
7.7
13,249
3,679
3,440
players
3. Crusader Kings II
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. Crusader Kings II is a grand strategy, strategy and medieval game developed by Paradox Development Studio and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on February 14th 2012 has received 73,809 reviews of which 66,359 were positive and 7,450 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 1,639, this medieval game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free medieval games on Steam.
8.9
66,359
7,450
1,639
players
4. March of Empires
Claim your title as Shogun, Highland King, Northern Tsar or Desert Sultan and join this genre-redefining strategy game where you will wage constant war for real territorial conquest! Fortify your castle, fuel a massive army, and enter the ultimate fight for realm domination! March of Empires is a free to play, medieval and wargame game developed and published by Gameloft. Released on December 11th 2017 has received 1,682 reviews of which 1,082 were positive and 600 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 765 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free medieval games on Steam.
6.3
1,082
600
765
players
5. Stronghold Kingdoms
A massively multiplayer grand strategy game, Stronghold Kingdoms is about forging alliances, political mind games, city-building and castle sieges with thousands of other players! Stronghold Kingdoms is a strategy, free to play and massively multiplayer game developed and published by FireFly Studios. Released on February 27th 2012 has received 9,341 reviews of which 5,975 were positive and 3,366 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 286 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free medieval games on Steam.
6.3
5,975
3,366
286
players
6. Dominion
Expand a small kingdom to a mighty Dominion! Play the Spiel des Jahres winning boardgame beloved by millions around the world. Discover the game that defined a genre, Dominion was first to popularize deck-building and remains a staple of tabletop. This is the officially licensed implementation. Dominion is a deckbuilding, card game and board game game developed and published by Temple Gates Games. Released on February 01st 2024 has received 1,928 reviews of which 1,663 were positive and 265 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 159 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free medieval games on Steam.
8.3
1,663
265
159
players
7. Moonring
A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic. Moonring is a rpg, retro and medieval game developed and published by Fluttermind and LLC. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 2,104 reviews of which 2,024 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free medieval games on Steam.
9.2
2,024
80
70
players
8. Blood of Steel
"Blood of Steel" is a fair competitive multiplayer online game. You will ride into a battlefield where thousands clash, employing unique four-directional slashing maneuvers and strategic formations to defeat your opponents, experiencing the charm of warfare in the age of cold weapons! Blood of Steel is a hack and slash, rpg and medieval game developed and published by YC Games. Released on October 20th 2020 has received 6,778 reviews of which 5,132 were positive and 1,646 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free medieval games on Steam.
7.4
5,132
1,646
42
players
9. Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II
Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II pits three teams against each other in a struggle for wealth, power and total domination. Whether using the Gunpowder Keg to clear out a territory full of enemies, or the Javelin to pin your dead foes to a wall, you'll find this game both hilarious and exhilarating. Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II is a free to play, multiplayer and action game developed and published by Octoshark Studios. Released on February 12th 2010 has received 5,957 reviews of which 5,227 were positive and 730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free medieval games on Steam.
8.5
5,227
730
8
players
10. Battle Clash
Battle Clash is a fast-paced medieval PVP game where 10 unique classes battle for victory. Master each class's abilities, rack up kills, and unlock powerful ultimates to crush your enemies. Dominate the battlefield and lead your way to the win! Battle Clash is a medieval, multiplayer and pvp game developed and published by Cyzeck. Released on February 17th 2024 has received 484 reviews of which 349 were positive and 135 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free medieval games on Steam.
6.9
349
135
3
players