What is the best game similar to Glorious Companions?

The closest game to Glorious Companions is KeeperRL, scoring 78/100 on our similarity scale. They share 13 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Glorious Companions?

The three closest games to Glorious Companions are: 1. KeeperRL (78/100, 13 shared attributes) 2. Armello (79/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Hearts of Iron IV (76/100, 12 shared attributes). All share Glorious Companions's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 19 dimensions.

Is Armello similar to Glorious Companions?

Yes, very much so — Armello scores 79/100 similarity to Glorious Companions. 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 Glorious Companions?

The best RPG games similar to Glorious Companions are KeeperRL, Armello, Hearts of Iron IV and RimWorld. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Glorious Companions attributes like deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom.

How is similarity to Glorious Companions calculated?

We compare Glorious Companions against every game in our catalog using 19 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 Glorious Companions experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

Are there free games similar to Glorious Companions?

Yes — Dota Underlords is free and scores well on similarity to Glorious Companions. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.

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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.

Glorious Companions is hard to replace: few games combine deep RPG systems, dark, oppressive atmosphere and sandbox world in quite the same way. We compared Glorious Companions against over 6,700 titles across 19 gameplay attributes and found 49 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. KeeperRL, Armello and Hearts of Iron IV lead the list, with KeeperRL reaching a 78/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Glorious Companions special.

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Top games similar to Glorious Companions

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Glorious Companions. Each one has been evaluated across 19 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.

#1KeeperRLClosest on genre

iRank84

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalDarkProceduralSandbox WorldFantasyManagementExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 84%· 1.8K

Year 2015Dev Michal BrzozowskiPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with roguelike runs, survival mechanics and adventure storytelling, while skipping open world exploration

KeeperRL is an ambitious dungeon simulator with roguelike and RPG elements. Take the role of an evil wizard and study the methods of black magic. Equip your minions and explore the world, murder innocent villagers and burn their homes.

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: game mode and visuals.

It predates Glorious Companions by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2ArmelloClosest on setting

iRank79

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

PvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalDarkFantasy3DIsometric

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 deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping sandbox freedom

It predates Glorious Companions by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Visuals82Game mode72Tone69

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 90%· 365KRAWG👍 83%· 381MC83IGDB84· 6OC83· 22

Year 2016Dev Paradox Development Studio · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~8hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

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

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, competitive edge and melee combat, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Death or Dishonor!Death or Dishonor is a new Country Pack for Hearts of Iron IV, and expands upon players’ ability to experience history’s greatest conflict from any point of view.

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: tone and setting.

It predates Glorious Companions by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat94World70Game mode65Visuals60Progression29

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#4RimWorldClosest on world

iRank88

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalSandbox WorldOpen WorldProceduralManagementExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 98%· 239KRAWG👍 87%· 620MC87IGDB75· 2OC86· 11

Year 2016Dev Ludeon StudiosPlaytime ~19hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with survival mechanics, real-time strategy and setting scifi, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

RimWorld is a sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Inspired by Dwarf Fortress, Firefly, and Dune. You begin with three survivors of a shipwreck on a distant world. Manage colonists' moods, needs, wounds, and illnesses.

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: setting and game mode.

It predates Glorious Companions by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG

#5Divinity: Original Sin IIClosest on progression

iRank94

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

PvPSoloMultiplayerOfflineTacticalFantasySkill TreeExplorationIsometric

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 combat tactical

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

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: tone.

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Steam GOG

#6Divinity: Original Sin 2Closest on game mode

iRank94

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

OfflinePvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasySkill TreeExplorationIsometric

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 combat tactical

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

The Divine is dead. The Void approaches. And the powers lying dormant within you are soon to awaken. The battle for Divinity has begun. Choose wisely and trust sparingly; darkness lurks within every heart. Who will you be?

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: tone.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Game mode89Progression80Visuals62

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Steam GOG Xbox

#7Stronghold KingdomsClosest overall match

iRank51

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

MultiplayerSoloPvPTacticalOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 64%· 9.5KRAWG👍 12%· 74MC75

Year 2011Dev FireFly StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the turn-based CRPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings real-time strategy, historical setting and setting medieval, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Just UpdatedNow Available - Stronghold Kingdoms: Heretic Designed for PvE and PvP players battling together in a single game world, Stronghold Kingdoms: Heretic offers you two choices... Either crusade with fellow lords against nefarious Stronghold characters like The Wolf or join them go heretic!

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: setting and progression.

It predates Glorious Companions by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100World74Visuals62Game mode56Progression29

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalFantasyManagementExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 68KIGDB81· 4OC79· 21

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

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

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: tone.

Genre100Combat100Game mode68Setting65Visuals60Progression51

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerOfflinePvPTacticalFantasyIsometric

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 co op, online features and visual pixel, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: visuals.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Game mode78Visuals36

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

MultiplayerSoloOfflineTacticalProceduralOpen WorldFantasyExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 88%· 43KIGDB76· 3OC75· 22

Year 2018Dev IronOak Games · Curve DigitalOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are turn-based CRPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and procedural generation

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, roguelike runs and card game strategy, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: progression and game mode.

Genre100Combat100Setting100World77Game mode49Visuals49

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Steam GOG Epic

#11Fire Emblem Heroes

iRank75

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalFantasyIsometric

IGDB75· 8

Year 2017Dev Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development · NintendoOn Android · iOS

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

≠ Its own twist: ranged combat, historical setting and setting medieval, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: game mode and setting.

Genre100Combat79Visuals60Setting46Game mode44

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerPvPTacticalProceduralFantasy

Steam👍 96%· 23KRAWG👍 87%· 128MC86IGDB85· 5OC83· 36

Year 2020Dev Good Shepherd EntertainmentPlaytime ~7hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Same family of turn-based CRPGs: deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and procedural generation

≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping sandbox freedom

Hell has frozen over. Only you can protect the final burning pyre from the forces of heaven and restore the inferno. Monster Train brings a new strategic layer to roguelike deck building, with three vertical play fields to defend.

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: tone and visuals.

Genre100Setting100Game mode81Combat76World55Tone0

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyManagementIsometric

Steam👍 93%· 4.6KRAWG👍 66%· 95MC75IGDB72· 7OC76· 29

Year 2015Dev BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America · BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment USPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, visual pixel and visual 2d, while skipping sandbox freedom

Chroma Squad is a tactical role-playing video game. The game is influenced by tokusatsu TV shows, particularly the Super Sentai and Power Rangers. ###Tokusatsu The genre of tokusatsu TV shows is briefly defined as “a fantastic movie with special effects about superheroes”.

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: game mode and visuals.

It predates Glorious Companions by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100Progression46Visuals41Game mode20

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Steam GOG Xbox

#14Wasteland 3

iRank86

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerTacticalDarkOpen WorldSkill TreeExplorationIsometric

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 dark, oppressive atmosphere

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

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: setting and game mode.

Genre100Combat100Progression70Tone67Visuals63World40

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloTacticalFantasyIsometricBase Building

IGDB85· 11OC85· 48

Year 2013Dev Silicon Studio · Nintendo

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

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, base building and visual third person, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Glorious Companions: progression and game mode.

It predates Glorious Companions by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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Nintendo

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The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Glorious Companions, 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.

Loop Hero

RPG · Roguelike

Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fantasy Grounds Classic

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Horizon's Gate

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Into the Breach

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem: Three Houses

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

RPG · Adventure

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

RPG · Puzzle

Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (DX edition)

RPG · Tower Defense

Jagged Alliance: Crossfire

RPG · Simulation

Darkest Dungeon II

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Super Mario RPG

RPG · Adventure

Etherlords

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Might & Magic: Heroes VI

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Engage

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

King's Bounty: Warriors of the North

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Gears Tactics

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Blackguards

RPG · Adventure

Paper Mario: The Origami King

RPG · Puzzle

Etherlords II

RPG · Deck Builder

Eador. Masters of the Broken World

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Dota Underlords

RPG · Deck Builder

Derelict Star

RPG · Deck Builder

Spice&Wolf VR2

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Gorky 17

RPG · Puzzle

Willy-Nilly Knight

RPG · Adventure

Wizardry 6: Bane of the Cosmic Forge

RPG · Adventure

Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

Fate/Grand Order

RPG · Visual Novel

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Glorious Companions?: The closest game to Glorious Companions is KeeperRL, scoring 78/100 on our similarity scale. They share 13 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Glorious Companions?: The three closest games to Glorious Companions are: 1. KeeperRL (78/100, 13 shared attributes) 2. Armello (79/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Hearts of Iron IV (76/100, 12 shared attributes). All share Glorious Companions's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 19 dimensions.
Is Armello similar to Glorious Companions?: Yes, very much so — Armello scores 79/100 similarity to Glorious Companions. 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 Glorious Companions?: The best RPG games similar to Glorious Companions are KeeperRL, Armello, Hearts of Iron IV and RimWorld. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Glorious Companions attributes like deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom.
How is similarity to Glorious Companions calculated?: We compare Glorious Companions against every game in our catalog using 19 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 Glorious Companions experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Glorious Companions?: Yes — Dota Underlords is free and scores well on similarity to Glorious Companions. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.