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Games like Shadows Behind the Throne 2

2021PC6.59 €

You play the forces of darkness trying to destroy a fantasy world. Faction politics and many different paths to doom give it strategic variety.

  • Choices with consequences
  • Tactical depth
  • Fantasy setting
  • Dark, serious atmosphere

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In short: Games like Shadows Behind the Throne 2

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Shadows Behind the Throne 2 special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Shadows of Forbidden Gods

97 %Match

2023PC, Steam Deck playable91 % positive16.79 €

Brings what grabs you about Shadows Behind the Throne 2: tactical depth, a dark atmosphere and a fantasy setting.

A dark fantasy strategy simulation where you aim to end the world, sending covert agents across a living map to scheme, perform rituals, spread plague and summon horrors.

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Eador: Imperium

Tactical depth

Eador: Imperium blends turn-based tactical battles with empire management and hero development. You recruit heroes, assemble armies and defend your realm in a grim fantasy world.

Roots Devour

Tactical depth

A dark strategy game where you spread hungry roots across swamps, frozen mountains and human cities using a card-connecting mechanic. Relentless expansion drives its horror-tinged fantasy mood.

Dominions 3: The Awakening

Tactical depth

A remarkably deep turn-based fantasy strategy game where you play a godlike being leading a nation, commanding mages and armies, and reshaping the world with powerful rituals. Complex and demanding, with a strong multiplayer scene.

Sorcerer King

Tactical depth

A fantasy 4X game where you face a single overwhelmingly powerful Sorcerer King instead of rival factions, with a ticking clock pressuring you throughout. You rebuild cities, lead heroes and armies, and race against his looming victory.

Reverse Crawl

Calm and deliberate

You are the dungeon itself, commanding your minions in tactical turn-based fights against meddling heroes while unlocking evil powers. A dynamic campaign and branching storyline turn the classic dungeon crawl upside down.

Long Live the Queen

Choices with consequences

As a fourteen-year-old princess thrust onto the throne after your mother's death, you schedule skills week by week to survive intrigue, assassinations and crises. Many endings and harsh consequences encourage repeat playthroughs.

Eador: Genesis

Tactical depth

As an immortal Master you conquer and manage provinces on floating shards of land, leading heroes and troops in tactical turn-based battles. The blend of empire management, hero building and RPG elements makes it a distinctive strategy game.

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