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We filtered the 50 games similar to Europa Universalis V down to the 9 that fit the “Xbox” category. Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013, Magic 2014 — Duels of the Planeswalkers and UNO top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Europa Universalis V.

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The best games like Europa Universalis V on Xbox

9 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Europa Universalis V. Each one has been evaluated across 6 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.

#1Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013Closest overall match

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SoloMultiplayerCo-opIsometricTactical

Steam👍 87%· 1.3KRAWG👍 63%· 56MC77IGDB80· 4

Year 2012Dev Stainless Games · Wizards of the CoastPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping historical setting

Special EditionThe Magic: The Gathering –Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Special Edition includes: Magic: The Gathering – Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Full Game Magic 2013 Official Soundtrack Wallpapers: 5 wallpapers; in multiple sizes. 2nd Path of the Planeswalkers Graphic novel .

Where it drifts furthest from Europa Universalis V: setting.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Magic 2014 — Duels of the Planeswalkers

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerCo-opIsometricTactical

Steam👍 83%· 4.6KRAWG👍 55%· 99MC80IGDB77· 4

Year 2013Dev Stainless Games · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping historical setting

Special EditionThe Special Edition includes the following: Magic: The Gathering 2014 - Duels of the Planeswalkers Base Game Soundtrack: Planar themes and the licensed I Fight Dragons song as MP3s Wallpapers: 5 desktop wallpapers; in multiple sizes eBook: “Return To Ravnica” novella in PDF format…

Where it drifts furthest from Europa Universalis V: setting.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3UNO

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerSoloCo-opIsometricOnline

Steam👍 70%· 54KRAWG👍 74%· 265MC66IGDB53· 2OC64· 24

Year 2016Dev Ubisoft · Ubisoft EntertainmentPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, vibe casual and online features, while skipping historical setting

UNO is a video game adaptation of a famous card game developed in the 20th century. The aim is to be the first one to win 500 points. There is also a variation of the game called Uno Rush, announced two years later than the original. ###Gameplay The rules and card design do not differ from the original. Four players are sitting across the table.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerSoloCo-opMagicFantasy

Steam👍 88%· 1.0KRAWG👍 56%· 41MC77IGDB75· 2

Year 2011Dev Stainless Games · Wizards of the CoastPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, puzzle design and combat magic, while skipping historical setting

All-new and redesigned, Magic: The Gathering — Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 takes last year’s massive hit game to even greater heights with better graphics, more options, and new challenges!

Where it drifts furthest from Europa Universalis V: setting.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Ticket to Ride: Classic EditionClosest on setting

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerHistoricalIsometricOffline

Steam👍 86%· 5.5KRAWG👍 67%· 117MC91IGDB63· 3

Year 2009Dev Plug In Digital · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, historical setting and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, adventure storytelling and vibe casual, while skipping co op

Ticket to Ride is a turn-based strategy game, an adaptation of a board game of the same name. ### Gameplay The gameplay copies the board game entirely. The game takes place on a map of the United States and south Canada filled with multicolored railroads.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6The Jackbox Party Pack 3

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerCo-opSoloOfflineCasual

Steam👍 97%· 6.6KIGDB78· 6OC80· 15

Year 2016Dev Jackbox GamesOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and co op

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, puzzle design and vibe casual, while skipping historical setting

It predates Europa Universalis V by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Magic 2015 - Duels of the Planeswalkers

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

MultiplayerSoloIsometricTacticalMagic

Steam👍 45%· 4.0KRAWG👍 52%· 65MC60IGDB57· 6

Year 2014Dev Stainless Games · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping historical setting

GARRUK'S REVENGE EXPANSION NOW AVAILABLE! Walk in the footsteps of the Multiverse's greatest hunter. Featuring additional campaign levels, challenges, and new cards to collect, you take on the role of Garruk and hunt your prey across the planes!

Where it drifts furthest from Europa Universalis V: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Europa Universalis V.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

Co-opMultiplayerOfflineNarrativeDark

Steam👍 97%· 17KRAWG👍 93%· 419MC67IGDB84· 5OC86· 23

Year 2015Dev Steel Crate GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, co op and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, deep simulation and card game strategy, while skipping historical setting

Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes is a game about defusing a bomb. It was initially made for virtual reality headsets but also supports traditional screens and controls. ###Player cooperation The game is meant to be played by at least two people in cooperation.

Where it drifts furthest from Europa Universalis V: visuals.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloCasualNarrativeFirst Person

Steam👍 88%· 7.4KRAWG👍 68%· 220MC75IGDB65· 3

Year 2013Dev Telltale GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, sports simulation and puzzle design, while skipping historical setting

Playing poker is good in itself and as an occasion for live communication, a disclosure of communicative talents, a great way to spend time with friends. Especially if these friends know how to play and have fun playing. This poker simulator allows you to spend time in a beautiful company.

Where it drifts furthest from Europa Universalis V: visuals and game mode.

It predates Europa Universalis V by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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