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10 Best Medieval Games

Our collection of the best medieval games which you can lay your hands on out there is one that’ll have you spoilt for choice if you’re a fan of such offerings. These titles that we’ve listed here feature either pure medieval settings or fantasy ones, but one thing that’s sure is that all of them look to evoke the same sense of wonder that the historical era holds in its store. Video games have since long been endorsing the medieval setting, and some have succeeded in capturing its feel better than others, and it’s these titles which we’ll be focusing on today. Here’s a list of those games then.

1 – Age of Empires II HD

Age of Empires II

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A magnificent classic developed by the veterans over at Ensemble Studios, Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings is a wonder of a game. Needless to say Age of Empires II HD is its high-definition version released earlier this year through Steam. This title presents you with deep real-time strategy gameplay, allowing you to play as a number of medieval civilizations, even as you progress through ages by achieving certain objectives.

2 – The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

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By far, one of the finest RPGs ever made, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim takes place in a fantasy medieval setting created with utmost zeal by the geniuses over at Bethesda Game Studios. The massive open world adventure that Skyrim is revolves around your efforts to defeat an ancient dragon named Alduin, who has been prophesized to destroy the world. The enchanting soundtrack and attractive visuals of this game are just plain magnificent, and so is its awesome action-RPG gameplay.

3 – Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

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Our next pick for this list is a multiplayer action game titled Chivalry: Medieval Warfare which can be described as Counter Strike with swords. Just like the latter game, this title too started its journey as a Half-Life 2 mod, and later went on to be developed into a full-fledged offering. It proffers first-person combat with swords, maces, longbows and other weapons, even as you indulge in fast-paced battles that can be participated in by up to 32 players at once. The game has just been blessed with a massive expansion pack called Deadliest Warrior which truly gives you a lot more to dive into.

4 – Mount & Blade

Mount & Blade

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Released in 2008, Mount & Blade is essentially an action-RPG which is highlighted by some ground-breaking combat mechanics as well as a deep character skill system. It’s a single-player experience taking place in the medieval land of Calradia. This title adopts a sandbox approach, and presents you with an open-ended feel through its story as well as gameplay.

5 – Anno 1404

Anno 1404

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If city-building and economic simulation is your cup of tea, you can’t afford to give Anno 1404 a miss. Based on events which transpired during the medieval and renaissance periods of history, it allows you to colonize islands, plan settlements, set up factories and more while you progress through it by achieving various interesting objectives. Available for Windows, Mac, DS and the Wii, Anno 1404 is an ace game with some really enjoyable offerings.

6 – The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings

The Witcher 2

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Here’s another action-RPG you can buy with your eyes closed. The Witcher 2 is a truly grand game which has you hooked from the word go thanks to its deep story. Aimed at mature audiences, The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings features a fantasy medieval setting, and is blessed with a incredible visual style which makes it an all the more pleasing experience. This title’s varied combat too is one of its strongpoints.

7 – Medieval 2: Total War

Medieval 2: Total War

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Developed by The Creative Assembly, Medieval 2: Total War is a turn-based strategy game containing real-time tactical battles. Transpiring between the years 1080 and 1530 from the medieval period, it has its focus set on warfare, religion and politics in the regions of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East during that time.

8 – Assassin’s Creed

Assassin’s Creed

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The first main Assassin’s Creed game has its story taking place in the High Middle Ages, but it’s a completely fictional take on various actual events that transpired during that time. Part of a massive series, Assassin’s Creed offers a blend of action-adventure and stealth gameplay, and the most striking aspect about this game has to be its parkour system which makes traversing through its environments a delight.

9 – Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Edition

Baldur's Gate II

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Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Edition is a revamped version of one of the most engaging RPGs ever, Baldur’s Gate II: Shadows of Amn. Originally developed by BioWare, it offers some extremely engaging experiences which make it a memorable offering in every sense of the term. It is played through an isometric perspective, and contains about 300 hours of content that you can treat yourselves to.

10 – Crusader Kings II

Crusader Kings II

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This Paradox game takes you through the High and Late Middle Ages, and renders you some challenging grand strategy gameplay. Available right now for Windows, Mac and Linux, it enables you to simulate dynasties during the time period of 1066 to 1453. You are needed to achieve various unique objectives by performing actions like war, marriages, assassinations and more. And on the course of your journey, you are even able to interact with various known historical figures such as William the Conqueror, Harald Hardrada, Robert Guiscard, El Cid, Constantine X Doukas, Richard the Lionheart and Saladin.

Conclusion:

We’re sure these are not the only titles eligible for a best medieval games list, but they certainly are some of the finest you’ll find out there. If you have any in mind, make sure to inform us about them.

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