What is the best game similar to Knights of the Round?

The closest game to Knights of the Round is LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes, scoring 78/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Knights of the Round?

The three closest games to Knights of the Round are: 1. LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes (78/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Nioh (76/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (78/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Knights of the Round's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 11 dimensions.

Is Nioh similar to Knights of the Round?

Yes, very much so — Nioh scores 76/100 similarity to Knights of the Round. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What RPG games are similar to Knights of the Round?

The best RPG games similar to Knights of the Round are LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes, Nioh, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and Hunted: The Demon’s Forge. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Knights of the Round attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus.

How is similarity to Knights of the Round calculated?

We compare Knights of the Round against every game in our catalog using 11 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 Knights of the Round experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

Are there free games similar to Knights of the Round?

Yes — World of Tanks Blitz is free and scores well on similarity to Knights of the Round. 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.

If Knights of the Round left you wanting more, this list of 50 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — deep RPG systems, combat magic and historical setting — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 11 attributes. LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes comes closest (78/100).

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Top games similar to Knights of the Round

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Knights of the Round. Each one has been evaluated across 11 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.

#1LEGO® Marvel™ Super HeroesClosest on genre

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMagicRangedThird Person2D

Steam👍 96%· 30KRAWG👍 78%· 677MC78IGDB85· 19OC82· 44

Year 2013Dev Feral InteractivePlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat magic

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and vibe casual, while skipping historical setting

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes is an action-adventure video game set in Marvel universe where players have to play with Marvel characters as Lego heroes.

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 22 years after Knights of the Round.

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#2NiohClosest on game mode

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opHistoricalThird Person

IGDB88· 22OC88· 132

Year 2017Dev Team NINJA · Koei Tecmo GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and historical setting

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and loot and gear systems, while skipping combat magic

Released 26 years after Knights of the Round.

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#3The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMagicRangedThird Person

IGDB75· 2

Year 2003Dev EA Redwood Shores · Aspyr MediaOn PC · Mac

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat magic

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat, while skipping historical setting

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 12 years after Knights of the Round.

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#4Hunted: The Demon’s ForgeClosest overall match

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloCo-opMagicRangedHistoricalMedievalThird Person

Steam👍 75%· 1.4KRAWG👍 41%· 79MC61IGDB66· 5

Year 2011Dev Bethesda SoftworksPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat magic

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Powered by the Unreal 3 engine, Hunted: The Demon’s Forge™ is a fresh take on the classic fantasy game that delivers the intensity and action of a modern-day shooter.

Released 20 years after Knights of the Round.

Genre100Setting82Game mode80Combat73Visuals66

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMagicMedievalThird Person

Steam👍 61%· 114KIGDB91· 6

Year 2024Dev Capcom Development Division 1 · CapcomOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat magic

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, open world exploration and melee combat, while skipping ranged combat

Released 33 years after Knights of the Round.

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#6Mount & Blade: Warband

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerRangedMedievalHistoricalThird Person

Steam👍 98%· 171KRAWG👍 89%· 742MC78IGDB69· 5

Year 2010Dev TaleWorlds EntertainmentPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and ranged combat

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, adventure storytelling and shooter, while skipping combat magic

In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: combat and visuals.

Released 19 years after Knights of the Round.

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#7Mount & BladeClosest on setting

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerRangedMedievalHistoricalThird Person

Steam👍 92%· 6.7KIGDB65· 4

Year 2008Dev Taleworlds · Paradox InteractiveOn PC

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and ranged combat

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, adventure storytelling and shooter, while skipping combat magic

Released 17 years after Knights of the Round.

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#8Demon's SoulsClosest on combat

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMagicRangedMedievalThird Person

IGDB88· 7

Year 2009Dev FromSoftware · AtlusOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, combat magic and ranged combat

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, sandbox freedom and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 18 years after Knights of the Round.

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#9Overlord II

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMagicThird Person

Steam👍 89%· 4.9KIGDB79· 4

Year 2009Dev Triumph Studios · CodemastersOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat magic

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, puzzle design and real-time strategy, while skipping ranged combat

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 18 years after Knights of the Round.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals66Combat58Setting0

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonSci-Fi

IGDB89· 11OC87· 112

Year 2019Dev PlatinumGames · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Fits the third-person Action RPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling and setting scifi, while skipping combat magic

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 28 years after Knights of the Round.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals65Setting0

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opHistoricalMedievalThird Person

Steam👍 87%· 44KIGDB66· 13OC64· 77

Year 2013Dev Crytek Frankfurt · Deep SilverOn PC · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and historical setting

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping combat magic

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: combat.

Released 22 years after Knights of the Round.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMagicMedievalThird Person

Steam👍 64%· 7.0KRAWG👍 37%· 267MC76IGDB69· 6

Year 2010Dev Reality Pump · TopWare InteractivePlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and combat magic

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping ranged combat

Updated HD Version 2.03 (July 2017) A breathtaking journey into Antaloor's past. After the downfall of Aziraal, God of Fire, the Dark Lord Gandohar has nearly achieved his objective to disrupt the balance between the elements. Dark magic surges into the land to fill the void.

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 19 years after Knights of the Round.

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#13Lord of the Rings: War in the North

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opRangedMedievalThird Person

Steam👍 82%· 9.5KRAWG👍 57%· 394MC66IGDB66· 8

Year 2011Dev Feral Interactive · Warner Bros. InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and ranged combat

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, open world exploration and melee combat, while skipping combat magic

Lord of the Rings: War in the North is an action RPG developed by Snowblind Studios. The game is based on J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings series of novels. Eradan, Andriel, and Farin arrive at the Prancing Pony tavern in a small town of Bree where they meet Aragorn.

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: combat and setting.

Released 20 years after Knights of the Round.

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#14Monster Hunter Generations

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-opThird PersonFantasy

IGDB87· 19OC85· 59

Year 2015Dev Capcom

✓ Same family of third-person Action RPGs: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, fantasy world and crafting mechanics, while skipping combat magic

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Same studio: Capcom.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals65Setting0

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DThird Person

Steam👍 73%· 10.0K

Year 2016Dev HoYoverseOn Android · PC · iOS

✓ Both are third-person Action RPGs — sharing deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, visual novel storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping combat magic

Where it drifts furthest from Knights of the Round: setting.

Released 25 years after Knights of the Round.

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Complete list of Knights of the Round alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Knights of the Round, 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.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion

RPG · Action RPG

Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™

RPG · Action RPG

LEGO City Undercover

RPG · Action RPG

Enclave

RPG · Action RPG

Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR'S CUT

RPG · Action RPG

The Lord of the Rings: Conquest

RPG · Action RPG

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity

RPG · Action RPG

Red Dead Redemption 2

RPG · Adventure

Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies

RPG · Turn-Based Strat

God of War: Chains of Olympus

RPG · Action RPG

Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate

RPG · Action RPG

Hyrule Warriors

RPG · Action RPG

Ninja Gaiden

RPG · Action RPG

God of War: Ascension

RPG · Action RPG

DeathSpank: Thongs of Virtue

RPG · Action RPG

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2

RPG · Action RPG

Kid Icarus: Uprising

RPG · Action RPG

Orcs Must Die! 2

RPG · Tower Defense

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

RPG · Adventure

Bayonetta 2

RPG · Action RPG

Fable III

RPG · Action RPG

The Haunted: Hells Reach

RPG · Action RPG

Yakuza 3

RPG · Action RPG

Dante's Inferno

RPG · Action RPG

Genshin Impact

RPG · Adventure

Dauntless

RPG · Action RPG

Fable

RPG · Adventure

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord

RPG · Simulation

Tales of Symphonia

RPG · Puzzle

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

RPG · Action RPG

Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith

RPG · Action RPG

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed

RPG · Action RPG

Mass Effect: Andromeda

RPG · Shooter

As Dusk Falls

RPG · Adventure

World of Tanks Blitz

RPG · Simulation

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Knights of the Round?: The closest game to Knights of the Round is LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes, scoring 78/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Knights of the Round?: The three closest games to Knights of the Round are: 1. LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes (78/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Nioh (76/100, 7 shared attributes) 3. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (78/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Knights of the Round's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 11 dimensions.
Is Nioh similar to Knights of the Round?: Yes, very much so — Nioh scores 76/100 similarity to Knights of the Round. They share 7 attributes, including deep RPG systems and action RPG combat. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What RPG games are similar to Knights of the Round?: The best RPG games similar to Knights of the Round are LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes, Nioh, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and Hunted: The Demon’s Forge. All share the RPG genre alongside other key Knights of the Round attributes like deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and single-player focus.
How is similarity to Knights of the Round calculated?: We compare Knights of the Round against every game in our catalog using 11 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 Knights of the Round experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Knights of the Round?: Yes — World of Tanks Blitz is free and scores well on similarity to Knights of the Round. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.