What is the best game similar to Ancient Warfare 3?

The closest game to Ancient Warfare 3 is The Scroll Of Taiwu, scoring 58/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and deep simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Ancient Warfare 3?

The three closest games to Ancient Warfare 3 are: 1. The Scroll Of Taiwu (58/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Tabletop Simulator (52/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Suikoden II (48/100, 4 shared attributes). All share Ancient Warfare 3's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 16 dimensions.

Is Tabletop Simulator similar to Ancient Warfare 3?

Yes — Tabletop Simulator scores 52/100 similarity to Ancient Warfare 3. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.

What RPG games are similar to Ancient Warfare 3?

The best RPG games similar to Ancient Warfare 3 are The Scroll Of Taiwu, Tabletop Simulator, Suikoden II and Off. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Ancient Warfare 3 attributes like deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and deep simulation.

How is similarity to Ancient Warfare 3 calculated?

We compare Ancient Warfare 3 against every game in our catalog using 16 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Ancient Warfare 3 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

If Ancient Warfare 3 left you wanting more, this list of 50 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and sandbox world — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 16 attributes. The Scroll Of Taiwu comes closest (58/100).

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Ancient Warfare 3. Each one has been evaluated across 16 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1The Scroll Of TaiwuClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldEarly AccessCasual

Steam👍 70%· 62KRAWG👍 78%· 27

Year 2018Dev ConchShip GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC

✓ Like Ancient Warfare 3, it's known for deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, fighting mechanics and roguelike runs, while skipping shooter

OverviewIn the "Taiwu" Universe, besides playing as a "successor of Taiwu", you will live your life in many different ways: being kind, evil, or somewhere between.

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: tone and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Ancient Warfare 3.

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#2Tabletop SimulatorClosest on world

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloSandbox WorldFirst PersonMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 96%· 73KRAWG👍 86%· 673

Year 2015Dev Berserk GamesPlaytime ~7hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like Ancient Warfare 3, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, vibe casual and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping shooter

###Mods and Kickstarter A unique set of digitized board games from the Berserk Games studio. The studio successfully raised funds for development in 2014 at Kickstarter and released the project in the same year.

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: tone and game mode.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloHistoricalFantasyMedievalThird Person

IGDB100· 1

Year 1998Dev KonamiOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Like Ancient Warfare 3, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and historical setting

≠ Its own twist: fantasy world, setting medieval and visual third person, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 26 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4OffClosest on tone

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloDarkHorrorPixel ArtFantasy

OC79· 49

Year 2008Dev Unproductive Fun TimeOn PC

✓ Shared with Ancient Warfare 3: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and fantasy world, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: visuals and setting.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Yes, Your GraceClosest on visuals

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SoloHistoricalPixel ArtNarrativeCasual

Steam👍 87%· 14KIGDB77· 5OC74· 22

Year 2020Dev Brave At Night · No More RobotsOn Xbox · Android · PC

✓ Shared with Ancient Warfare 3: deep RPG systems, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and vibe casual, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: tone and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Ancient Warfare 3.

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#6Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloDarkExploration2D

IGDB91· 3

Year 2005Dev AlphaDream · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Ancient Warfare 3: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and exploration and discovery, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 19 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Shin Megami Tensei IV

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloDarkHorrorPixel ArtHardcore

IGDB86· 6

Year 2013Dev Atlus · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Ancient Warfare 3: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: setting and visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloDarkFantasyLootSkill Tree

IGDB86· 1

Year 2003Dev AlphaDream · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Ancient Warfare 3: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and loot and gear systems, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: setting and visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story

iRank96

GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloFantasyExplorationLootSkill Tree

IGDB96· 5

Year 2009Dev AlphaDream · Nintendo

✓ Like Ancient Warfare 3, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, fantasy world and exploration and discovery, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: setting and visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Undertale

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SoloDarkHorrorPixel ArtRanged

Steam👍 96%· 323KRAWG👍 85%· 1.9KMC92IGDB96· 13OC93· 76

Year 2015Dev 8-4Playtime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Ancient Warfare 3, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and horror tension, while skipping deep simulation

Undertale is an independent role-playing game developed by Toby Fox. Once upon a time, there were two races on Earth: monsters and humans, but a war broke out between them and the latter won. Seven greatest mages sealed the monsters underground and left one entrance through a hole in the Ebott mountain. A lot of time passed since the war, but a human child accidentally falls down the mountain.

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: combat and tone.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11Federal Reserve Simulator

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloFree to Play

Steam👍 93%· 4.5K

Year 2022Dev Bluepoch Co.,Ltd. · BLUEPOCH GAMES COPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ If you enjoyed Ancient Warfare 3, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with free to play, while skipping deep simulation

Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. On the last day of 1999, the "Storm" fell upon the world. You witnessed an era reversed beneath the rising raindrops. Defying all reasons, what unfolds in front of you is the world of an era long past.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Ancient Warfare 3.

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#12Suikoden

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloFantasyThird Person

IGDB93· 2

Year 1995Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo · KonamiOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Like Ancient Warfare 3, it's known for deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, fantasy world and visual third person, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: setting and visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 29 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13EarthBound

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloFirst PersonNarrativeFantasySci-Fi

IGDB93· 3

Year 1994Dev Creatures Inc. · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Ancient Warfare 3: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: tone and setting.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 30 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Pokémon FireRed Version

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloMultiplayerFantasySci-FiIsometric

IGDB100· 1

Year 2004Dev Game Freak · NintendoOn Switch

✓ If you enjoyed Ancient Warfare 3, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and setting scifi, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: setting and visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15Mario & Luigi: Dream Team

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GenreRPGSubgenreTactical RPG

SoloFantasyExplorationIsometric2D

IGDB80· 10

Year 2013Dev AlphaDream · Nintendo

✓ If you enjoyed Ancient Warfare 3, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, precision platforming and adventure storytelling, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Ancient Warfare 3: setting and visuals.

It predates Ancient Warfare 3 by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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Complete list of Ancient Warfare 3 alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Ancient Warfare 3, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

Jagged Alliance 2 - Wildfire

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Paper Mario: Sticker Star

RPG · Puzzle

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Northmark: Hour of the Wolf

RPG · Deck Builder

Multiwinia

RPG · RTS

Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon HeartGold Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Citizen Sleeper

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Conquest

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon SoulSilver Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Alpha Sapphire

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Black Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Sun

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Silver Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Moon

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Costume Quest

RPG · Adventure

Pokémon Diamond Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Black Version 2

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Endless Legend

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Heroes of Might and Magic V: Tribes of the East

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Omega Ruby

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon White Version 2

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon White Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Mother 3

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Honkai: Star Rail

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Final Fantasy: Mystic Quest

RPG · Adventure

Pokémon LeafGreen Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Colosseum

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

The Legend of Dragoon

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

The Hive

RPG · RTS

Pox Nora

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Pearl Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Pokémon Sapphire Version

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Ancient Warfare 3?: The closest game to Ancient Warfare 3 is The Scroll Of Taiwu, scoring 58/100 on our similarity scale. They share 8 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and deep simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Ancient Warfare 3?: The three closest games to Ancient Warfare 3 are: 1. The Scroll Of Taiwu (58/100, 8 shared attributes) 2. Tabletop Simulator (52/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. Suikoden II (48/100, 4 shared attributes). All share Ancient Warfare 3's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 16 dimensions.
Is Tabletop Simulator similar to Ancient Warfare 3?: Yes — Tabletop Simulator scores 52/100 similarity to Ancient Warfare 3. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.
What RPG games are similar to Ancient Warfare 3?: The best RPG games similar to Ancient Warfare 3 are The Scroll Of Taiwu, Tabletop Simulator, Suikoden II and Off. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Ancient Warfare 3 attributes like deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and deep simulation.
How is similarity to Ancient Warfare 3 calculated?: We compare Ancient Warfare 3 against every game in our catalog using 16 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Ancient Warfare 3 experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.