9 Simulation games like The Banner Saga 2 that you should try

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We filtered the 49 games similar to The Banner Saga 2 down to the 9 that fit the “Simulation” category. 鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal, Gladiator Guild Manager: Prologue and Horsey Game top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to The Banner Saga 2.

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The best simulation games like The Banner Saga 2

9 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to The Banner Saga 2. Each one has been evaluated across 13 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.

#1鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloTacticalNarrative2DMelee

Steam👍 55%· 226K

Year 2021Dev 鬼谷工作室 · Lightning GamesPlaytime ~13hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed The Banner Saga 2, expect deep RPG systems, deep simulation and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, sandbox freedom and visual novel storytelling, while skipping combat magic

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#2Gladiator Guild Manager: Prologue

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloTacticalMagicFantasyMedievalHistorical

Steam👍 93%· 1.6K

Year 2020Dev Entertainment Forge · GrabTheGamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed The Banner Saga 2, expect deep RPG systems, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with survival mechanics, resource management and base building, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicNarrativeFantasyAnime

Steam👍 90%· 1.0KRAWG👍 52%· 23

Year 2012Dev Hanako GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like The Banner Saga 2, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings visual novel storytelling, setting anime and skill tree progression, while skipping turn-based strategy

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#4Magical Diary: Horse Hall

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicNarrativeFantasyAnime

Steam👍 90%· 1.0KRAWG👍 52%· 23

Year 2012Dev Hanako GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with The Banner Saga 2: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: visual novel storytelling, setting anime and skill tree progression, while skipping turn-based strategy

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloRangedFantasyMeleeProcedural

Steam👍 80%· 255MC65

Year 2008Dev Tilted Mill EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like The Banner Saga 2, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, real-time strategy and roguelike runs, while skipping turn-based strategy

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#6Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicTacticalNarrativeFantasy

Steam👍 74%· 2.5KRAWG👍 50%· 39MC80IGDB80· 1

Year 2013Dev Stardock EntertainmentPlaytime ~6hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed The Banner Saga 2, expect deep RPG systems, turn-based strategy and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, sandbox world and co op, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#7X3: Terran Conflict

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSandbox WorldOpen WorldSpace

Steam👍 85%· 2.8KRAWG👍 60%· 63MC73IGDB90· 1

Year 2008Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed The Banner Saga 2, expect deep RPG systems, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloNarrative2DMeleeCasual

Steam👍 97%· 150KRAWG👍 87%· 188OC90· 87

Year 2023Dev MINTROCKET · NexonPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Nintendo

✓ Shared with The Banner Saga 2: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, vibe casual and vibe relaxing, while skipping turn-based strategy

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMagicHistoricalMedieval2D

Steam👍 90%· 2.4KRAWG👍 80%· 45MC67IGDB80· 1

Year 2012Dev EightyEight GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Like The Banner Saga 2, it's known for deep RPG systems, deep simulation and combat magic

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe casual and melee combat, while skipping adventure storytelling

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