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Games like Vikings Hnefatafl: Kings of the Dark Age

Games like Vikings Hnefatafl: Kings of the Dark Age

Looking for games like Vikings Hnefatafl: Kings of the Dark Age? Here are top tactical turn-based strategy recommendations with a medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Broadsword Warlord Edition, Field of Glory II or Field of Glory II: Medieval.

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  1. Broadsword: WARLORD EDITION boasts turn-based strategy gameplay as players move from mission to mission in the Middle Ages. Command one of five different armies: the English, The French, the Spanish, the Poles or the Hapsburgs. Lead different types of units into battle -- from archers, winged hussars, knights, longbowmen, pikemen, and catapults with special units per nationality. Control special h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broadsword Warlord Edition.

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  2. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 974 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 2 reviews

    Field of Glory II is a turn-based tactical game set during the Rise of Rome from 280 BC to 25 BC. It allows you to fight large or small battles for or against Rome, or between the other nations who are as yet unaware of the Roman threat, or what-if battles between nations that never came into conflict historically. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Field of Glory II.

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  3. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 222 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 6 reviews

    Field of Glory II Medieval is a turn-based tactical game set in the High Middle Ages from 1040 AD to 1270 AD and it is direct the sequel of the acclaimed Field of Glory: 2 developed by the legendary Richard Bodley Scott it brings the best from the tabletop world into the best digital framework. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Field of Glory II: Medieval.

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  4. Horn of the Walord Become a Viking warlord and forge a kingdom through conquest, expansion and war. Lead armies across a fractured medieval world, seize territory, besiege castles and outmaneuver rival rulers in a turn-based strategy game where every decision matters and every victory is earned. Follow the journey of Jarl Eirik Stormborn and his sworn companion Torvald Ironhand as they leave Raven… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horn of the Warlord.

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  5. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 504 reviews

    The Ouroboros King combines the strategic tactical depth of chess with the build variety and replayability of roguelikes. Build a formidable army, discover powerful relics, and buy surprising gadgets to defeat the three evil witches. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ouroboros King.

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  7. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    48% User Score Based on 85 reviews

    Dark Ages is a turn-based strategy game set in the violent world of an alternate Middle Ages. Vikings against war elephants, musketeers against the Mongol cavalry, ancient phalanx legions against crusaders; the deadliest armies in history clashing in bloody war. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strategy & Tactics: Dark Ages.

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  8. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    71% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    Draft an army and fight a battle all in 15 thrilling minutes. Opponents issue orders at the same time in this unique system of simultaneous turn-based tactics. Test your wits online today! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise: Battle Lines.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    84% User Score Based on 507 reviews

    Run a thieves’ guild in a gas-lit underworld. Antihero is a fast-paced strategy game with an (Oliver) Twist. Recruit urchins, hire thugs, kit out your master thief, upgrade your guild… and bribe, blackmail, and assassinate your opposition. A turn-based multiplayer strategy game about running a thieves' guild. Antihero is all about short play sessions with super-interesting decisions. Recruit stre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Antihero.

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  11. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 2,448 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes is the new standalone expansion to Stardock’s turn-based, fantasy strategy game. Players will forge a new empire in a world sundered by powerful magic, fight against terrible creatures, complete quests and rediscover lost secrets in their bid to rule the world of Elemental. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    81% User Score Based on 3,073 reviews

    Hero's Hour is an accessible, yet-deep and content-rich Strategy Roleplaying Game. Take control of your hero, explore the world, build up your town, fight fast-paced battles, level up your hero and amass an army large enough to take out the opponents - before they take you out. Turn Based + Real TimeWhile exploring the overworld and developing your town and army are both turn-based, giving you tim… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero's Hour.

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  13. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 1,890 reviews

    You are a God! You are master and ruler of a loyal nation. You have unimaginable powers at your disposal. You have claimed this world as yours. But there are others who stand in your way. You must defeat and destroy these pretenders. Only then can you ascend to godhood and become the new Pantokrator. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dominions 4: Thrones of Ascension.

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  14. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    92% User Score Based on 602 reviews

    CEO is a multiplayer tactics game that offers chess-like army creation, collectible units, and a dynamic global economy. It is currently available on Steam. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chess Evolved Online.

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  15. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    A Druid's Duel is a fast paced turn-based strategy game set in a world of Celtic lore where players can create and destroy the board by harnessing the power of nature. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Druid's Duel.

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  16. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    75% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    Hex Empire 3 is turn-based strategy game where you can fulfill all of your deepest dreams of becoming a bloodthirsty dictator. All without even taking your fluffy slippers of your feet! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hex Empire 3.

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  17. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    58% User Score Based on 246 reviews

    Colonial Conquest is a conquest simulation set in the Victorian age of warfare and expansion of the late 1800's and early 1900's. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colonial Conquest.

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  18. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    77% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Shattered Throne is a turn based fantasy strategy game that will challenge your skills as a general. No luck to blame, only your ability to master the unique units and leaders to exploit the combo system will decide if you are victorious. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shattered Throne.

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  19. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    70% User Score Based on 1,529 reviews

    Medieval: Total War - Gold Edition is a Strategy game, developed by Creative Assembly and published by Sega, which was released in 2006 and included the Viking Invasion expansion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medieval: Total War - Collection.

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  20. The hackable indie turn-based strategy game. The game is feature-rich, with single (PvE) and multiplayer (PvP) content. Different maps, factions, heroes, upgrade trees and randomized map interaction allow for lots of exploration, while rulesets allow for endless replayability. Minigame included! Two fully assymmetric factions, with large techtrees and multiple heroes + over 10 rulesets, each … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nusantara.

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  21. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Introducing the patented Warbits+ technology by Risky Lab. Boot up a simulated battlefield and wage a more civilized war against your enemies. Don't agree with your fellow factions? You don't have to! Put those blasters down, load up Warbits, and virtually crush the opposition! Features Turn-based Strategy - Featuring grid-based movement, using an army of uniquely equipped units, special powe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warbits+.

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  22. Become a pirate legend and build a fleet worthy of fear. Shape your own style of war on the open seas and oceans against other pirates. Upgrade your ships, level up your captains, unlock devastating abilities. Chase treasure, discover mysterious islands, and step into a pirate adventure filled with danger, wonder, and ambition. Game Modes - Campaign, Arenas, Puzzles, MultiplayerCampaign - figh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BattleSail.

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  23. Genre: Turn-Based Strategy / Tactical Game with Local and Online PvP Description: Clash of the Kingdoms is a strategic game where two players compete for dominance on the battlefield, relying on tactical thinking, unique squads, and their own strategy. The events take place in a medieval fantasy world, where each battle is a true test of wit and composure. Each player commands an army of 10 uni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clash of the Kingdoms.

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  24. An addictive retro strategy simulation! Simple rules with deep strategy. A powerful, highly flexible map editor. Built by a developer who has sunk countless hours into strategy games, with one concept in mind: the perfect companion for an immortal life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Banana Kingdom.

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  25. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    82% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Dark Chess is a game of chess with fog of war. Fast paced PvP battler based on classic rules. Whether you are a die-hard chess-lover or an amateur board game admirer, Dark Chess will appeal to anyone who likes the thrill of battle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Chess.

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  26. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    A hybrid of challenging turn-based strategy and customizable card collection gameplay set in a medieval fantasy universe. Campaigns Gather your armies, ready your spells and delve into an engaging single player campaign. Complete missions for each of the 4 factions to gain more cards and immerse yourself in the unique story of each of Humans, Undead, Orcs, and Elves. With more chapters released … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Draw.

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  27. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    73% User Score Based on 898 reviews

    Rome: Total War - Alexander is the second official expansion pack to Rome: Total War. An entirely new campaign map that stretches from Macedonia to Greece and into the heart of the ancient Persian Empire New campaign game that tasks players with matching the exploits of Alexander the Great as he swept across Central Asia and dominated the Persian Empire Four new factions including the Macedoni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rome: Total War™ - Alexander.

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  28. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 532 reviews

    Death Crown is a minimalist real time strategy game in a 1bit style, where you will be play Death herself, commanding her legions of death, and punishing humanity's Kingdom for its overconfidence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Crown.

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  29. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Take on the role of a major country during World War II. You will control your country's production, trade, research, espionage, and command your troops in battle. Can you do as well as your historical counterpart? Or do you want to explore "what ifs" to see how history could have been changed. The entire world is included in the game. Want to attack Brazil? The choice is yours. The… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Destiny of the World.

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  30. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    82% User Score Based on 270 reviews

    Conquest of Elysium 3 is an old school turn based fantasy strategy game. You start by choosing one of 17 different characters, e.g. Necromancer, Demonologist, Dwarf Queen, Troll King or maybe a High Priestess of Ba'al. The different character classes vary wildly in what special abilities they have and what parts of the world they should focus on conquering. E.g. the Demonologist needs sacrifices t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Conquest of Elysium 3.

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  31. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 4,585 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools. Now with a free, new content update - Wargroove: Double Trouble If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wargroove.

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  32. Conquer the Scorched Lands. Build Your Dominion.Scorched Dominion is a turn-based strategy game in which two factions compete for territory and assets across a tactical board. Victory is not achieved simply by defeating your enemies. Push the front line forward with your warriors, expand your territory, and use farmers and merchants to generate assets. Your controlled territory and the assets hel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scorched Dominion.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    About This GameSmashOff is a tabletop‑inspired, perfect‑information tactics game where both players share full visibility of the board at all times. SmashOff is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game where two players face off in intense, tactical battles. Deploy Soldiers, Jeeps, and Tanks across a grid-based battlefield, claim terrain bonuses, and outthink your opponent in a fight for domination.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SmashOff.

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  34. First released in 2005 by game designer Sergey Machin, Potion Making: Practice quickly became a standout tabletop title. The board game received multiple awards, was featured in game design textbooks, and sold over 300,000 copies, earning its place as a true classic. In 2024, an updated version was released, expanding the lore and gameplay of the original. Now, you can compete for the title of ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Potion-making: Path of the Alchemist.

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

    Forward Line is a two player, medium weight, skill-based strategy game with a World War Two theme. It features internet, LAN, hotseat multiplayer and single player against the computer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forward Line.

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  36. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    71% User Score Based on 124 reviews

    The year is 401 AD, spring is in the air as the sun is slowly setting. What seems like a completely normal night by the river of the Rhine is turning out to be the beginning of the end for the world's longest lasting empire!Yield! Fall of Rome is a turn-based 4X strategy game with fast-paced tactical gameplay set in the time of the imminent fall of the Roman Empire. Conquer provinces, expand your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yield! Fall of Rome.

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  37. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 457 reviews

    Inkulinati is an ink-based strategy 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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inkulinati.

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  38. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    64% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Embark on a journey through the haunted provinces of Lorhaven, where the long-gone undead have risen, threatening to plunge the realm into eternal darkness. As the commander of your castle, every decision you make will shape the outcome of this harrowing conflict. Key Features: 1. Recruit and Counter: Assemble your army wisely; each unit plays a vital role in countering the undead menace. Stra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lorhaven: Cursed War.

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  39. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    89% User Score Based on 1,623 reviews

    In Dominions 6 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to old dragons or an enormous tree. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dominions 6: Rise of the Pantokrator.

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  40. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    82% User Score Based on 130 reviews

    Kingdom, Dungeon, and Hero is a fantasy strategy and adventure game. Immerse yourself in a realm of horrors, magic, and strategic conquest on a hex-based map with a board game feel. Form armies, expand an economy, negotiate agreements, send heroes off on missions, explore dungeons, find magic items and artifacts to help you win the game. Play on maps with up to 50 kingdoms. Manage resourc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom, Dungeon, and Hero.

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  42. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Commander: World War II is a turn-based tactical game where you lead either the Allies or the Axis to victory. Deploy infantry, tanks, planes, and naval units, capture locations, use the terrain, and counter specialized units in intense battles. Design your own maps and dominate the battlefield. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commander: World War II.

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  43. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    76% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Buy on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1355510/Rogue_Summoner/ [Media 3578422] [Media 3578426] Rogue Summoner is a turn-based tactics roguelike about conjuring creatures to fight in... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Summoner.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 76 reviews

    A micro-RTS inspired by the Age of Empires series. Collect resources and expand your territory while defending your main unit: the king! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King Pins.

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  45. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 3,020 reviews

    The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go. Stable - This version primarily gets just bug fixes and translation updates. Download this is you want a mostly seamless experience between updates. Beta - This vers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle for Wesnoth.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
    94% User Score Based on 3,138 reviews

    Zero-K (ZK; formerly known as Complete Annihilation and CA) is a free multi-platform open source real-time strategy computer game. Initially based on content from Total Annihilation on the open source Spring Engine, it was forked and all proprietary content replaced, and evolved into a completely new game with unique features. Among the games powered by the Spring game engine, Zero-K is particular… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zero-K.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    89% User Score Based on 152 reviews

    Tile-based tactics game. Swap pieces to isolate your opponent, kill their king. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Feud.

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  50. As a powerful wizard, you start by ruling a small nation as you plot to take over the world! Rule over seven diverse races, from shapeshifting Theria, to spider-riding Dwarves, to the decadent Regency. Explore a vast fantasy world, expand by building more cities, battle the armies of rival wizards, and cast earth-shattering enchantments to ensure your victory. Leylines is a 4X game, a turn-based s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leylines.

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