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Looking for games like Thumb Defense? Here are top action recommendations with a medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Type Knight, Gryphon Knight Epic or Super Sanctum TD.

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  1. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    93% User Score Based on 208 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

    Type Knight is a short atmospheric typing game. Type as fast as you can on your keyboard to survive. Discover what lies at the end of the cemetery at the cost of your life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Type Knight.

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  2. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    Gryphon Knight Epic is a 2D Medieval Shoot’em up that mixes elements from classical shoot’em ups, exploration and duel-like boss battles, it tells the story of Sir Oliver and Aquila, an accomplished knight and his loyal gryphon that are forced back to adventure once again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gryphon Knight Epic.

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  3. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 861 reviews

    Super Sanctum TD is a retro-styled Tower Defense game that focuses on strategy, customization and replayability. Build advanced mazes and construct powerful towers to prevent alien hordes from reaching the Core! When the aliens swarm your maze and everything seems lost, use active abilities like Air Strike and Freeze to tilt the battlefield to your advantage. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Sanctum TD.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    58% User Score Based on 270 reviews

    This digital download edition includes: 99 Spirits 99 Spirits: Artbook and Soundtrack Pack Next to the base game includes a digital artbook (76 pages) and the digital soundtrack with 17 tracks, featuring Yoshiyuki Obi and Karen Tachibana. The extras can also be purchased separately, outside of this edition. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 99 Spirits.

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  5. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 251 reviews

    Claim and defend the Tomb of Tyrants against greedy adventurers by matching tiles to build a deadly dungeon full of traps, minions, and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb of Tyrants.

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  6. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 1,360 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 8 reviews

    It’s Knights vs. Vikings in CastleStorm, where medieval warfare meets 2D physics-based destruction! Controlling the battle in real time, players will harness the power of medieval artillery, manage a fearsome ground attack, and cast powerful spells! CastleStorm features a story-driven solo campaign, a custom castle editor, online multiplayer, co-op modes, and more. Building castles and knocking th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CastleStorm.

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  7. 36%Game Brain Score
    36% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Mini's Magic World is an action platformer with a diverse cast of characters and levels to explore. Fight bosses, find hidden treasures, follow the rhythm of music, chase or be chased. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mini's Magic World.

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  8. Blood & MoneyBlood & Money delivers relentless Gauntlet-style co-op carnage, powered by a raw punk rock soundtrack and retro 256-color art. Join a friend to blast through monster-filled dungeons with fireballs and explosives, grabbing loot in a kingdom torn by a traitor’s pact. Retro action awaits! StoryEons ago, a traitor king’s unholy pact with a dark sorceress unleashed a monstrous… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood & Money.

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  10. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 864 reviews

    What genre is the game? It is a mixture of Tower Defense, RPG & RTS with some shoot’em’up and Snake elements. What's Gameplay like? Move Brad around the battlefield and dodge incoming enemy attacks and projectiles. Brad is constantly playing his axe-lute and generating notes, standing still will cause him to "jam" and generate notes even faster. These notes act as your in-game resource; you can s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bardbarian.

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  11. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 672 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Dark Quest 2 is a turn based RPG inspired by legendary board game Hero Quest. The game features a party based system where you control a group of heroes, an isometric hand-drawn art style, dice based mechanics for all computations - (it rolls dice to determine an outcome) and much more. Each map is designed to take you through an adventure that will test your party's strength, courage and sanit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Quest 2.

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  12. 【神兵武装,逆天改命】 获取特殊武器,印记,并分别升到满级,合成威力超强的武器,享受极爽刷怪体验! 【女神系统,羁绊觉醒】 攻克“龙皇女神”,“凤凰女神”等5位美艳女神,强强联手,共同退敌! 【史诗战场,火力全开】 横跨武侠妖魔世界的终极试炼:从武林废墟到妖魔领地,50种妖魔鬼怪,15个魔头BOSS。无限挑战模式+roguelike天赋树,真正定义末日生存美学! 【开发者寄语】 30小时主线内容+无限重玩价值,快邀请你的本命女神,开启逆天改命的传奇征程! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 武侠幸存者.

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  13. Wrenched from your world, you face a hostile arena. Your only defense? A mysterious, ever-evolving shield. Shield Hero is an action-packed, strategic arena combat game that flips the script on traditional shooters. Here, your shield is not just for defense—it's your ultimate weapon. Trapped in a strange, unforgiving world with no memory of your past, you must survive relentless waves of enemies, u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shield Hero.

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  14. Swallow’s Keep is a place of great prosperity; however, not all lands share in its wealth, and it has caught the eye of ambitious adversaries. Can you defend your home against the bandits? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales of Valoris: Swallow's Defenders.

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  15. Chronocide brings a horde of undead for you to shoot, burn, crush, throw, impale, poison, freeze and hurt in other imaginative ways.Grind your enemies down on their way to the temporal portals with cleverly placed traps and your weapons. Save civilization from being wiped out while you're at it. Earn up to 5 stars per level, each grade rewards more points to use for acquiring items or upgrading yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronocide.

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  16. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    In a world dominated by evil, only one hero against many enemies, explore, conquer, and don't give up if you get lost! Help our hero in this platform game in the fight against the forces of evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Hero: Journey to the Unknown.

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  17. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    Things That Bounce and Explode is a fast-paced blend of brick-breaker and action RPG. Fight against the Blokolonian menace with an arsenal of mighty B.A.L.L.s, and master thousands of builds in this ever-evolving bouncing adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Things That Bounce and Explode.

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  18. Terror strikes on the night of Day of the Dead as the devil himself manages to reach Earth for the first time in over a thousand years, this time arriving with a malicious plan. With the intention of conquering the world with his minions as well as finding a bride to accompany him to the throne, he ends up interrupting a romantic date between a cowardly peasant named Juan and the beloved Princess … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Juan Sin Miedo.

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  19. 0%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    About Throneforge - The Fortress War: Embark on a strategic journey in Throneforge - The Fortress War, a captivating 2D tower defense game that challenges players to defend their city against relentless waves of enemies. As the guardian of your realm, it is your duty to construct powerful towers, conduct groundbreaking research, and manage a workforce to fortify your defenses and secure the surviv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ThroneForge - The Fortress War.

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  21. Original SoundtrackThe game features an original soundtrack (OST) created by Honywood Lofi, an independent music studio. About the GameOverviewVespia: Shield of Aberration is a tower-defense game where you combine spells to modify the effects of your projectiles. In this game, it is not the tower that defines its magic power, but how you choose to apply modifications to it. Create a shotgun wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vespia: Shield of Aberration.

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  22. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    97% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights of the Road.

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  24. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 11,640 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 3 reviews

    Orcs Must Die! 2 thrusts players and their friends back into battle against a terrifying mob of orcs and other monsters. With a redesigned spellbook, players will have a broader range of options to build a deadly arsenal of defenses. Investing hard-earned skulls in an enormous new upgrade system will allow players to cater to their favorite methods of burning, grinding, tossing, or dismembering or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orcs Must Die! 2.

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  25. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    76% User Score Based on 97 reviews

    Command an army of various unit types and classes through a hostile island world. Experience tactically challenging turn-based strategy action and train your army to become powerful followers. Meet a dark and possessed enemy and fight fervently until the snake's head is at your feet! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shields of Loyalty.

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  26. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 896 reviews

    Chicken Invaders puts you at the forefront of a battle against invading intergalactic chickens, bent on revenge for our oppression of Earth chickens. This time, the chickens have hatched a devious plan to block out sunlight and freeze Earth to death! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chicken Invaders 5.

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  27. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    55% User Score Based on 184 reviews

    The Book of Legends is an epic, sprawling role-playing game packed full with characters, quests, items and secrets, evocative of the greats of the genre such as Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest and Phantasy Star. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Book of Legends.

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  28. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Pandora ventures into the Dark Realm to slay the demons who threaten her world. Collect Soul Orbs to upgrade your abilities and uncover arcane weaponry. Slash your way through frozen wastelands, lava filled chambers, and caverns of putrefying flesh as you slaughter hordes of condemned monstrosities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dire Vengeance.

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  29. Check us out on Steam! What it is: Defender's of Cardom is a deckbuilding, tower defense game focus around creating synergies to defend against waves of enemies! With dozens cards in the game for you to use, ranging from spells, heroes, or upgrades. Each level has its own, unique, handcrafted waves and map, and ranges in difficulty from "tutorial" to "too hard for playtesters to beat".   Ad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defenders of Cardom.

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  30. Imagine the frantic chaos of Geometry Wars combined with the addictive progression of Vampire Survivors. That’s Geometry Rift: an explosive bullet hell roguelite where thousands of geometric enemies swarm the screen and your sole mission is to survive. Destroy endless hordes of enemies, unlock new weapons, create absurdly powerful builds and become a true machine of destruction. With frantic g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geometry Rift: Apocalypse.

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  31. In Stickman Physics Battle Arena, you must level up and become the greatest warrior to unlock the ultimate weapons in a bloody physics playground! ️ Welcome to the Battle Arena! ️ ⚔️ Dismember your enemies, litter the arena with bodies and paint the town red to earn 3 stars in every level ⚔️ Let loose in a physics playground where everything is interactive; throw shoot and explode weapons, i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stickman Physics Battle Arena.

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  32. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    *Please keep in mind, that game is still in very early access (0.1.0 version), so You'll most likely to encounter bugs and something won't work as excpected. But don't worry! We will fix everything ASAP! If You encounter any bug or balance problem etc - write us an email, please, at [email protected] with the topic name "Knights & Goblins BUG". Thank You! **Knights vs Goblins is designed for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights and Goblins.

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  33. What happens when the fundamental laws of magic are shattered? Ikode: Legacy of the Elements is a classic JRPG that follows Alex, a young boy plagued by unsettling dreams of being watched. One fateful night, Alex’s fears become reality when an intruder breaks into his home, attempting to cast a dark spell on him. The mysterious figure escapes into a nearby forest, and Alex, joined by his best fri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ikode: Legacy of the Elements.

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  34. 61%Game Brain Score
    61% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Defeat enemies and build your own kingdom in tower defense games! Are you looking for an original creative design TD? Yes, then you have found innovative action tower defence games!!! Tower defense games are survival and strategy defense games in which you introduce fascinating towers and upgrade them to maximize your turret defense. Explore different powerful towers that withstand relentless a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower & Gun TD: War of Kingdom.

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  35. Step into the epic world of strategic defense with 'The Sentinel'! Prepare yourself for an exhilarating and challenging gaming experience that will put your tactical skills to the test. At the heart of this tower defense game, you will discover your castle, a sanctuary of glory and fortitude that is under the imminent threat of a horde of voracious invaders. The action kicks off with a simpl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sentinel.

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  36. 46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Invader TD is a side scroller tower defense, where the player is in the role of an alien race with the purpose of infecting and dominating the earth, but for that you must protect yourself from the attacks of the humans, who are trying to destroy you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invader TD.

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  37. In Castle Defense Battles, you are the last line of defense for your kingdom's castle. As waves of evil troops advance, it's up to you to deploy strategic defenses, summon loyal troops, and unleash powerful magic to protect your stronghold. Strategically position defensive towers and structures along the castle walls to repel the enemy forces. Each tower has unique abilities and attacks, allowing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Defense Battles.

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  38. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    The Lone Sword is a narrative platformer where YOU are the weapon. As a living Sword, embark on a nostalgic journey to find your Maker. Explore the Castle, solve physics puzzles, master the blade with unique mechanics, and reflect on your purpose in this emotionally rich adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lone Sword.

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  39. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    B.O.T.S. and the Robofriends is a twin-stick arcade style action game set in the year 2083. Play by yourself or with friends, picking from one of four robot characters with unique attributes and attacks. Play as BRI, RED, TOM, and STU, fighting back the hoard of enemies attacking your home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to B.O.T.S. and the Robofriends.

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  40. Ultimate Wall Defense Force is a single-player action game made for VR. Step into a superhero fantasy inspired by outrageous anime fights. You must guard The Wall protecting humanity by yielding powers from the last Blaster. With ultimate abilities in the palms of your hands, fly through the city to eliminate an onslaught of enemy Geodites and giant Geobosses, leaving destruction in your wake. Ep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultimate Wall Defense Force.

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  41. Embark on an exhilarating journey to protect Santa's Valley in this epic Tower Defense game, a 2D strategic Tower Defense game inspired by classic TD games. In the magical world of Christmas, dreadful creatures invade Santa's valley, making their way toward the magical portal that connects Santa's valley to Earth. In this time of crisis, Santa Claus has transformed his toys into powerful defense … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Call of Toys: Tower Defense.

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  42. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    a fun tower defense game where you fight enemies, buy upgrades, unlock achievements and collect powerful allies along the way.  DISCLAIMER This is still in development, meaning that this project is in a subject to change, if you got any recommendations on what you want to see for this game, leave it in comments down bellow. Thank you very much for playing! :) MAIN STORY A fellow travele… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battlers battle against the infection.

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  43. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    The Lost Myth is a captivating RPG inspired by the golden era of 16-bit classics. Dive into this turn-based role-playing adventure and immerse yourself in an epic story as you journey across the vast continent of Ancaria to uncover "The Truth". Prepare to embark on an incredible journey to a world where peace is fading away.The Lost Myth unfolds in Ancaria, a land once rich with life and serenity… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lost Myth.

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  44. Peaceful and really magical Match 3 adventure for a whole family! This magic and beautiful game allow you to take a look at Enchanted Forest, were many magical creatures live peacefully. The bright game without violence, quite simple on start, but challenge after first levels! Suitable for kids and adults. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gems of Magic: Lost Family.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    An evil lich as old as time itself lurks beneath the earth in ever-shifting halls. There they wait, building their horde of undead so that they may rule the world once again... Before the lich can enact their plan, mighty heroes rise to face the most infamous dungeon of them all: the INFINICRYPT!!! Play as one of three heroes, all with unique abilities, and dare to delve deeper and deeper. Will yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinicrypt.

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  46. (IMPORTANT: I WILL CONTINUOUSLY EXPAND THE GAME WITH FREE CONTENT, INCLUDING CHARACTERS, LEVELS, ETC. MY MAIN GOAL IS TO TRANSLATE THE GAME INTO ALL LANGUAGES I KNOW!) Dual Force is a fast-paced 2D action adventure where the fate of the world rests on the shoulders of two warriors. An ancient and growing darkness threatens the realm, and the forces of evil grow stronger every day. The heroes are … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dual Force.

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  47. Day night cycle strategy gameBuild during the day, fight at night - defend your territory with your mind and swords! 【Building strategy】 During the day, players need to construct and upgrade buildings, allocate resources to develop the economy, and deploy soldiers to establish defenses. ⚔️【Battle Control】 At night, players need to control the lords and command the soldiers to participate in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunbreak War.

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  48. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Engage in an epic battle to save the realm from the clutches of darkness in Legacy of Evil, a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up that puts you in command of a formidable band of legendary RPG heroes. Assemble a diverse party of warriors, mages, rogues, and more, each with unique abilities and skills. Embark on a heroic quest to vanquish the sinister Count Dravlo Stradic, a once-noble man cursed by dark f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy Of Evil.

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  49. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music
    63% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    Version Comparison All players have the same maximum limit in the out-of-battle development section; Regardless of whether players purchase Gems, they can reach this limit through daily gameplay; Gems can substitute for Diamonds and are used to refresh certain random elements in the game. About the Game'Pennon and Battle' is a turn-based strategy game. As a lord, you will explore the edg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pennon and Battle.

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  50. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    84% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Strategy meets mischief! Explore an amazing and lush fantasy world, where an epic battle between Trolls, Vikings and the Nordic Gods rages on. Get ready to don your tactical horns and dive into Trolls vs Vikings: Reborn where strategy is king, trolls reign supreme,and your sanity is the final boss! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trolls vs Vikings: Reborn.

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