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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.

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We filtered the 50 games similar to Dungeon Tycoon down to the 22 that fit the “Fantasy” category. Craft The World, Stronghold Crusader and Stronghold HD (2012) top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Dungeon Tycoon.

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Within the “Fantasy” category, the closest game to Dungeon Tycoon is Craft The World — scoring 73/100 on our similarity scale. Stronghold Crusader and Stronghold HD (2012) follow close behind.

#1Craft The World73 #2Stronghold Crusader71 #3Stronghold HD (2012)70 #4Stronghold67 #5Thronefall61

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The best games with a fantasy setting like Dungeon Tycoon

22 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Dungeon Tycoon. Each one has been evaluated across 15 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.

#1Craft The WorldClosest overall match

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Craft The World

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloSandbox WorldFantasyMedievalBase BuildingExplorationManagementLoot

Steam👍 88%· 17KRAWG👍 75%· 157

Year 2014Dev Dekovir EntertainmentPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the tower defense games cluster, with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and deep RPG systems

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and roguelike runs, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress. Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need.

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and visuals.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Progression81World62Game mode35Tone0

#2Stronghold CrusaderClosest on world

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Stronghold Crusader

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloTacticalSandbox WorldMedievalFantasyBase BuildingManagement

Steam👍 98%· 21KIGDB80· 1

Year 2002Dev Firefly Studios · Take-Two InteractiveOn PC

✓ Both are tower defense games — sharing deep simulation, sandbox freedom and tower defense planning

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, melee combat and ranged combat, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: visuals.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100World100Setting77Combat72Progression70Game mode55

#3Stronghold HD (2012)Closest on combat

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Stronghold HD (2012)

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloTacticalSandbox WorldMedievalFantasyBase BuildingManagementExploration

Steam👍 96%· 10KRAWG👍 82%· 310MC81

Year 2012Dev FireFly StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of tower defense games: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and tower defense planning

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping deep RPG systems

Stronghold is a real-time strategy game, the first installment in Firefly Studio’s Stronghold series. Gameplay### The game takes place in Medieval Brittan of XI century.

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and visuals.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting83World83Progression83Game mode55

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Stronghold

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloTacticalSandbox WorldMedievalFantasyBase BuildingManagementExploration

Steam👍 96%· 10K

Year 2001Dev Firefly Studios · Take-Two InteractiveOn PC · Mac

✓ Both are tower defense games — sharing deep simulation, sandbox freedom and tower defense planning

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and visuals.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 23 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting83World83Progression83Combat66Game mode55

#5ThronefallClosest on game mode

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Thronefall

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloTacticalMedievalFantasyBase Building

Steam👍 96%· 23KRAWG👍 85%· 37OC86· 9

Year 2023Dev GrizzlyGamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Nintendo

✓ Fits the tower defense games cluster, with tower defense planning, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with fighting mechanics, survival mechanics and melee combat, while skipping deep RPG systems

Get involved! About the GameA strategy game without all the headache? We got you covered. Saddle the horses! See your kingdom come to life, fight gripping battles to defend it and still be done in time for lunch.

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: visuals and progression.

Genre100Game mode100Setting100Combat78Progression42Visuals0

#6Kingdom Two Crowns

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Kingdom Two Crowns

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloFantasyMedievalBase BuildingPixel Art

Steam👍 90%· 38KOC78· 25

Year 2018Dev Noio · Raw FuryOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the tower defense games cluster, with tower defense planning, deep simulation and deep RPG systems

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and strong narrative focus, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and game mode.

Genre100Setting100Visuals73Progression42Game mode20Tone0

#7Kingdom: Classic

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Kingdom: Classic

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloFantasyMedievalBase BuildingManagementPixel Art

Steam👍 91%· 23KIGDB70· 2

Year 2015Dev Licorice · Raw FuryOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Same family of tower defense games: deep simulation, deep RPG systems and tower defense planning

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and roguelike runs, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: combat and tone.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Setting81Visuals71Progression68Combat0

#8Kingdom: New Lands

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Kingdom: New Lands

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloFantasyMedievalBase BuildingExplorationPixel Art

Steam👍 86%· 12KIGDB75· 2OC73· 12

Year 2016Dev Licorice · Raw FuryOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of tower defense games: tower defense planning, deep simulation and fantasy world

≠ Stands apart with survival mechanics, roguelike runs and adventure storytelling, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and world.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Setting100Visuals76Progression61Tone0

#9WorldBoxClosest on tone

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WorldBox

GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloCozySandbox WorldFantasyMedievalBase BuildingManagementPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 54K

Year 2018Dev Maxim KarpenkoOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Dungeon Tycoon, expect sandbox freedom, deep simulation and deep RPG systems

≠ Stands apart with vibe relaxing, procedural generation and setting mythology, while skipping tower defense planning

Game mode100Setting81World80Visuals73Tone71Progression67

#10Songs of Syx

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Songs of Syx

GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloTacticalSandbox WorldFantasyMedievalBase BuildingExplorationManagementPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 8.2K

Year 2020Dev Jake the Dev · Jakob de LavalPlaytime ~6hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like Dungeon Tycoon, it's known for deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, survival mechanics and vibe casual, while skipping tower defense planning

Inspired by Nordic mythology and fused with nostalgia from the ’80s-’90s, Songs of Syx aims to deliver a unique city-builder experience on an epic scale. You start off as a colony-sim, and tend to your minions, micromanage your assets and try to stay off your neighbor’s radar.

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and visuals.

Combat100Game mode100Setting100Progression82World78Genre50

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#11Defenders of Ardania

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Defenders of Ardania

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloFantasyMedievalMultiplayerMagic

Steam👍 35%· 122MC58IGDB56· 4

Year 2012Dev Most Wanted Entertainment · Deep SilverPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the tower defense games cluster, with tower defense planning, fantasy world and setting medieval

≠ Where it differs: brings real-time strategy, combat magic and historical setting, while skipping deep simulation

Defenders of Ardania (DoA) is a next-generation tower defense game set in the rich fantasy world of Majesty, but with a twist.

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: combat and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly negative, against mostly positive for Dungeon Tycoon.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting81Game mode55Combat0Visuals0

#12Clash Royale

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Clash Royale

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

TacticalFantasyMedievalMultiplayerIsometric

Year 2016Dev SupercellOn Android · iOS

✓ Fits the tower defense games cluster, with tower defense planning, combat tactical and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, card game strategy and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: game mode and visuals.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Game mode0Visuals0

#13Rise to RuinsClosest on visuals

73

Rise to Ruins

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloSandbox WorldFantasyBase BuildingManagementPixel Art

Steam👍 88%· 7.7KRAWG👍 68%· 40

Year 2019Dev Raymond Doerr · SixtyGig GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are tower defense games — sharing tower defense planning, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: survival mechanics, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping deep RPG systems

Follow Development About the Game Rise to Ruins is at heart a godlike village simulator, but it also throws in plenty of familiar game play mechanics from classic 90s era real-time strategy games like Warcraft, along with some tower defense and survival elements in an attempt to create a new kind…

Genre100Game mode100Visuals86World85Progression69Setting53

66

Dwarfs!?

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloSandbox WorldFantasyBase BuildingManagementPixel Art

Steam👍 78%· 1.1KRAWG👍 18%· 56

Year 2011Dev Power of 2 · Tripwire InteractivePlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the tower defense games cluster, with tower defense planning, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with precision platforming, survival mechanics and vibe casual, while skipping deep RPG systems

Dwarfs!? is a two-dimensional RTS developed by Power Of Two. ###Gameplay The players control a mining colony of dwarves, who dig for treasures. The players have to mine the resources and to protect the colony from environmental hazards, such as water and lava and different enemies.

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and visuals.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Progression72Setting57World53Visuals41

#15Prime World: Defenders

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Prime World: Defenders

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloTacticalFantasyCasual

Steam👍 76%· 1.1KRAWG👍 54%· 50MC58

Year 2013Dev Nival Interactive · NivalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Same family of tower defense games: tower defense planning, deep RPG systems and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, card game strategy and vibe casual, while skipping deep simulation

Just UpdatedNival officially announces that long awaited sequel of Prime World: Defenders is now available on iOS and Android! Prime World: Defenders 2 - new TD strategy game in the legendary Prime World series with unique combination of the tower defense and collectible card game!

Where it drifts furthest from Dungeon Tycoon: tone and setting.

It predates Dungeon Tycoon by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting48Tone0

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