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For the King is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, procedural generation and combat tactical in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 17 gameplay attributes and found 46 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Wargroove, Divinity: Original Sin 2 and Divinity: Original Sin II lead the list, with Wargroove reaching a 98/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes For the King special.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

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Co-opMultiplayer

Year 2018Dev IronOak Games

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The closest game to For the King is Wargroove — scoring 98/100 on our similarity scale. Divinity: Original Sin 2 and Divinity: Original Sin II follow close behind.

#1Wargroove98 #2Divinity: Original Sin 294 #3Divinity: Original Sin II93 #4Horizon's Gate93 #5Armello92

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Games like For the King

46 similar games found

98

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Wargroove

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineOnlineTacticalFantasyIsometric2D

Steam👍 83%· 5.2KIGDB85· 9OC83· 89

Year 2019Dev Chucklefish GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with PvP competition and visual pixel, while skipping adventure storytelling

Steam PS Nintendo

#2Divinity: Original Sin 2

94

iRank94

Divinity: Original Sin 2

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

OfflineCo-opSoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 203KRAWG👍 92%· 593MC94IGDB91· 13OC93· 80

Year 2018Dev Larian Studios · Bandai Namco EntertainmentPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, PvP competition and skill tree progression, while skipping roguelike runs

#3Divinity: Original Sin II

93

iRank94

Divinity: Original Sin II

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayerOfflineTacticalFantasyExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 203KIGDB91· 13

Year 2017Dev Larian StudiosOn PC · iOS · Mac

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus, PvP competition and skill tree progression, while skipping roguelike runs

#4Horizon's Gate

93

iRank95

Horizon's Gate

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

TacticalOpen WorldExploration2DSkill Tree

Steam👍 95%· 1.2K

Year 2020Dev Rad CodexPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: skill tree progression, visual pixel and visual topdown, while skipping roguelike runs

92

iRank79

Armello

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalFantasy2DIsometric

Steam👍 82%· 16KIGDB73· 6OC79· 59

Year 2015Dev League of GeeksOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and card game strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping roguelike runs

Steam PS Nintendo

90

iRank86

Wasteland 3

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opSoloMultiplayerOnlineTacticalOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 22KIGDB87· 9OC86· 114

Year 2020Dev inXile EntertainmentOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings survival mechanics, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping roguelike runs

90

iRank83

Northgard

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalFantasyExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 68KIGDB81· 4OC79· 21

Year 2018Dev Shiro Games · PlaydigiousOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, real-time strategy and survival mechanics, while skipping roguelike runs

#8Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

90

iRank84

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloCo-opTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB83· 19OC85· 124

Year 2017Dev Ubisoft Milan · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn Switch

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design and skill tree progression, while skipping roguelike runs

#9Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon

90

iRank83

Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB83· 3

Year 2008Dev Nintendo SPD Production Group No. 2 · Nintendo

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and combat tactical.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

#10Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest

88

iRank88

Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB90· 2OC86· 65

Year 2015Dev Nintendo SPD · Nintendo

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, punishing difficulty and base building, while skipping adventure storytelling

#11Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

88

iRank88

Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB90· 2OC85· 64

Year 2015Dev Nintendo SPD · Nintendo

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Where it differs: brings strong narrative focus, base building and skill tree progression, while skipping adventure storytelling

#12Etherlords II

90

iRank79

Etherlords II

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyNarrative

Steam👍 83%· 493RAWG👍 79%· 90MC78IGDB70· 1

Year 2003Dev Nival Interactive · Strategy FirstPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, card game strategy and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, while skipping roguelike runs

#13Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

85

iRank90

Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB90· 1

Year 1996Dev Square · Nintendo

✓ Nearly identical: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy.

≠ Missing: roguelike runs.

#14Fire Emblem: Three Houses

85

iRank91

Fire Emblem: Three Houses

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometricThird Person

IGDB93· 9OC89· 122

Year 2019Dev Intelligent Systems · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with visual third person, while skipping roguelike runs

#15Keep Driving

85

iRank92

Keep Driving

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalOpen WorldProceduralExploration2D

Steam👍 94%· 6.0KIGDB90· 1OC89· 22

Year 2025Dev YCJY GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, strong narrative focus and vibe casual, while skipping card game strategy

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to For the King?: The closest game to For the King is Wargroove, scoring 98/100 on our similarity scale. They share 11 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like For the King?: The three closest games to For the King are: 1. Wargroove (98/100, 11 shared attributes) 2. Divinity: Original Sin 2 (94/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Divinity: Original Sin II (93/100, 11 shared attributes). All share For the King's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 46 candidates across 17 dimensions.
Is Divinity: Original Sin 2 similar to For the King?: Yes, very much so — Divinity: Original Sin 2 scores 94/100 similarity to For the King. They share 11 attributes, including deep RPG systems and turn-based strategy. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to For the King?: The best RPG games similar to For the King are Wargroove, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Divinity: Original Sin II and Horizon's Gate. All share the RPG genre alongside other key For the King attributes like deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and single-player focus.
How is similarity to For the King calculated?: We compare For the King against every game in our catalog using 17 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 For the King experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to For the King?: Yes — Dota Underlords is free and scores well on similarity to For the King. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.