8 PvP games like Hearts of Iron IV that you should try

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We filtered the 50 games similar to Hearts of Iron IV down to the 8 that fit the “PvP” category. Stronghold Kingdoms, Northgard and Wargroove top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Hearts of Iron IV.

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

The best pvP games like Hearts of Iron IV

8 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Hearts of Iron IV. Each one has been evaluated across 17 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.

#1Stronghold Kingdoms

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

MultiplayerSoloCo-opPvPTacticalOpen WorldSandbox WorldHistoricalExplorationIsometric

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 real-time strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings setting medieval, online features and base building, while skipping competitive edge

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opPvPTacticalHistoricalExplorationIsometric

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 real-time strategy

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and punishing difficulty, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opPvPTacticalIsometric

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 fantasy world, offline and online features, while skipping deep simulation

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#4DEFCON

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opPvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalOpen WorldHistoricalIsometric

Steam👍 87%· 4.3KRAWG👍 51%· 176MC84IGDB85· 2

Year 2006Dev Introversion SoftwarePlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

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

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, strong narrative focus and online features, while skipping sandbox freedom

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#5Armello

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

PvPSoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalIsometric

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 dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping real-time strategy

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#6Divinity: Original Sin II

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opPvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalExplorationIsometric

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 fantasy world, while skipping deep simulation

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#7Divinity: Original Sin 2

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GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

Co-opPvPSoloMultiplayerTacticalExplorationIsometric

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 fantasy world, while skipping deep simulation

GenreRPGSubgenreCRPGSub-subgenreTurn-Based CRPG

SoloPvPMultiplayerTacticalHistorical

Steam👍 65%· 1.4KRAWG👍 26%· 28MC59

Year 2014Dev HeroCraftPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep simulation

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