Games from the Middle Ages to the present. The best knight games

  • 13.03.2020

Life is sometimes very boring. What do we gamers do in this case? That's right, we sit down at some interesting toy. But it happens that you want to play life simulator - at least to see if it will be interesting to live at least in virtuality. If anyone doesn't know - a classic example of a life simulator is The Sims. But this is not the only game of this type. There are all kinds dating simulators (many of which are rated 18+), which we will also talk about later.

It is believed that only girls play games of this genre. But this, at least, is not entirely true. It's just that male gamers are somehow ashamed to admit that they spend their time on such "frivolous" projects. Of course, gutting monsters is a much more serious, and in general, purely male occupation. However, enough introductions - let's move on to our TOP-10 life simulators. Go!

10. Singles. Flirt Up Your Life!

What Singles? It's kind of like The Sims, but our goal here is to improve the personal lives of the characters. All games in this series are rated 18+, because the whole ... let's say, the process is very well worked out here. And the development of relations, and their culmination, and all the characters are done very well both in terms of their characters and in terms of anatomy. There are several games in the series, and we recommend that you familiarize yourself with all of them - after all, this is a very high-quality dating simulator that many will surely enjoy.

9. Space Colony

Game from Firefly studios... If someone does not know, then it is “ Fireflies»Developed a well-known strategy Stronghold... And here they again made an unusual project - a combination of strategy and life simulator. There are familiar elements from the strategy here, like the development of the base, military operations (if you play not in the Peaceful, but in the War Campaign), but with the life simulator, everything is somewhat more interesting. We have several characters at the base, each with its own character, skills and preferences. They do not always get along with each other, many like to "play up", and, as soon as someone offends someone, the efficiency of work at the base immediately drops. In general, it won't be too easy here, but it's interesting - for sure. Add some pretty good humor to all of the above - and you get one of those projects that you better not miss.

8. Virtual Villagers

This game has five whole parts. We here manage (though not directly) the life of one tribe living on an unnamed island somewhere in the tropics. Each of our charges has his own character, and getting them to do what we need is not an easy task. Perhaps someone will not want to climb into the cave (he, you see, is afraid of the dark). And the other, on the contrary, will put himself in danger while swimming with sharks (well, he loves water, nothing can be done). And you need to monitor everyone, develop your settlement, make it comfortable and, along the way, achieve your goals. In total, the game has as many as five parts (not counting the various add-ons), so there is something to play here.

7. Viva Pinata

Surreal and funny toy about growing piñatas. What pinata? Actually, it is a hollow figurine filled with sweets (in Mexico there is a custom to give them for various holidays). They are in the form of animals, people and various fabulous animals. And so we have to grow them (in the sense of piñatas). To create certain conditions for them, to develop our farm (which at the beginning is nothing special), to attract new species of our pets. Then we will need to find mates for them, breed them, and sell the "cubs". The project is a very funny hybrid of a life simulator and an economic strategy game that kids will especially love.

6. Europa 1400: The Guild

Medieval life simulator... A very unusual and interesting toy in which you can be anyone you want. Do you want to be the mayor? You are welcome. Or maybe you prefer a career as a guard? Or, on the contrary, do you dream of becoming the leader of a robbery gang? All these options are available, moreover, it all depends on you whether your protagonist will succeed or not. By the way, all the characters here are mortal, so make sure that you have a capable heir who will continue your business. Or, if you want, he can change careers - it's up to you. And by the way, the game has a second part called Guild 2... Well, the third is in development, and should be released in the second half of 2016. Which means you still have time to complete the first two games.

5.7 Sins

Do you love to sin? Not? Why, then, did they turn so red? Okay, don't be embarrassed, everyone loves to sin. Therefore the game 7 SinsSeven sins») Is suitable for everyone. Well, everyone who is already 18 years old. Our hero wants to climb to the top of the social ladder, and he will do this, indulging in various sins. Along the way, seducing another beauty. The gameplay is unusual and sometimes funny, but we will not talk about it so as not to spoil your pleasure from acquaintance with the game. We can only say that we will have to sin a lot and often, and we will rarely remember about conscience and for a very short time. In general, if you are tired of having to be good, you are welcome.

4. The Good Life

A very interesting project that combines several genres. It is both a life simulator and sailing yacht simulatorand economic strategy... You are the owner of a small boat that organizes excursions on the water. Your clients are very wealthy people, and you have to work hard for your business to flourish. You can equip your yacht, buy various items (from a sun lounger to a hotel), arrange surface and underwater cruises, go treasure hunting and other interesting things. The game is unusual, very beautiful and with a truly original gameplay. Be sure to play.

3. Love City 3D

Another MMO project in the style of a life simulator, and again with a "strawberry". It's kind of like The Sims, but online and sex-centered first and foremost (again). Everything is the same - we create our character, and we begin to live with it. Want to have a good time? Go to a party or relax on the beach. Missing something? Buy a house and furnish it, buy new things or even change your appearance. Boring? Make friends, or even start dating (this is where the game leads you). It is quite possible that your virtual acquaintances will become real, and through the game you will find new acquaintances. And if you're lucky - then your soul mate.

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2. 3DXChat

Another project from the category 18+. The previous game is an erotic dating simulator, the only drawback of which is that you can only play there alone, and the graphics are rather weak. And if you do a similar thing in the MMO version? Then we get 3DXChat... Here you are engaged in seducing the characters of other players, not computer mobs. The lesson is much more interesting, albeit more difficult. The graphics here are just top-notch. If you've been looking for a life simulator for adults (I hope you know what I mean), then 3DXChat is the best you can find. Sign up without hesitation - the game is truly unique and offers an incredibly realistic simulation of a slightly (okay, not slightly, but even very) depraved life. Develop your character, look for various adventures on your ... hmm, head, build relationships with other players - and who knows, maybe you will transfer them to real life? It's worth a try.

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1. The Sims

Naturally, they were at the top of our TOP-10 The sims... The whole series - we decided not to divide it into separate projects. There are classic life simulators (of an ordinary person in an ordinary city), pet-oriented options (something like an advanced Tamagotchi), and even all sorts of exotic things like life simulators on a pirate island somewhere in the Caribbean. It makes no sense to talk about this series - everyone who has ever been interested in computer games has heard about it. One can only say that on this moment Several dozen games from this series have already been released, among which everyone can find a project to their liking. The main thing is to just look.

Hello everyone! Below are the games about knights on PC. I constantly monitor games and add new games here as I find them. If you know more games with knights then write in the comments.

Stronghold

release date: 2001

Genre: Real time strategy pro, economic simulator

The action of the game takes you to the times of the High Middle Ages. The player will be able to play the role of a prince who avenges the death of his father and gradually recaptures the kingdom that was captured by vile traitors. The game is included in.

The player begins his journey with a small settlement and a detachment of loyal warriors who need to be developed and improved. The first step is to start mining resources for the construction of buildings and food for their inhabitants. Since the game is not only a strategy, but also an economic simulator, a gamer must carefully monitor all parameters and choose the most successful and cost-effective solutions.

Severance: Blade of Darkness

release date: 2001

Genre: Third-person action, slasher,

The whole fate of the world is in the hands of a random warrior who must get an ancient weapon - the Sword of Iannna and with its help stop the invasion of dark forces. To do this, the hero embarks on a dangerous journey in which he must collect enchanted runes, find artifacts and fight the leader of chaos himself.

The game implements a non-standard combat system that resembles a fighting game. To make successful strikes and combos, the player must press a specific sequence of keys. There are many attacks in the game that are effective against some enemies and completely useless against others. The player can choose from about 70 types of various melee weapons, divided into the class of one-handed two-handed.

Knights of the Temple: Infernal Crusade

release date: 2004

Genre: Slasher, third person action pro, fantasy, sword fighting

Knight Templar goes to dangerous mission, in which he must rescue young Adele - a girl endowed with a special gift, as well as stop the crazy bishop who has entered into an agreement with the leaders of Hell. On the way, the knight has an army of minions of darkness, insidious Saracens, demons, undead and Purgatory itself.

The gameplay is a classic third-person action game in which the player explores different locations, solves puzzles and riddles, and also fights against a large number of enemies. There are many types of opponents in the game, each of which requires a special approach and battle tactics. The project has a dark medieval atmosphere and a mystical plot. Other features of the game include several types of sword fighting techniques, huge bosses, and a large selection of medieval weapons.

Knights of the Temple 2

release date: 2005

Genre: Third person action, fantasy, RPG

The player acts as a Knight Templar, who is called upon to protect the world from the invasion of the forces of darkness. To do this, the hero goes in search of three magical artifacts - the Eye of God, the Sword and the Key. These enchanted items will help the knight find the hellish gates, defeat demonic enemies and lock them into eternal oblivion. To find all the lost artifacts, the hero must visit the islands of Sirmiut and Ilgard, as well as visit the ancient city of Yuzra.

The game is a third-person action game with RPG elements. In the process of passing the player will be able to take additional tasks, the completion of which will be rewarded with weapons and equipment, as well as influence the ending. The project features several combat techniques, as well as a large selection of cold medieval weapons. Key points include: non-linear passage, a variety of enemies, as well as dynamic sword battles.

Medieval 2: Total War

release date: 2006

The actions of the game cover a period of time from 1080 to 1530. The plot is built on the confrontation of medieval states that develop, create alliances, capture other kingdoms, etc. The player will be able to take on the role of the leader of one of the European countries and try to create a real empire out of his kingdom. The project implements significant historical events, such as the plague pandemic, the invention of gunpowder, and the Mongol-Tatar yoke.

The gameplay is divided into two parts - turn-based battles on the global map and real-time battles in detailed locations. In turn-based mode, events take place across the continent, and each faction takes its own step (studies technologies, attacks enemies, creates alliances and makes other global actions). A real-time battle mode, represented by a classic strategy in which you need to control troops and individual squads. In general, the project has gained immense popularity among fans of tactical strategies, the Middle Ages and all total series War.

Age of chivalry

release date: 2007

Genre: Multiplayer team action from the first person about the Middle Ages,

The actions of the game tell about the confrontation between two orders - the knights of the kingdom of Agatha and the Order of Mason, who are fighting for the right to own the kingdom. Depending on the chosen location and scenario, the players are divided into two equal teams and complete the assigned tasks. The game has several game modes such as capturing points, pushing a cart, freeing a prisoner, siege, etc.

The class system is implemented in the project. A slow, heavily armored knight with a sword, mace or war hammer, a fast and agile infantryman armed with a short, sword and shield, a spearman, a fighter with a halberd, an archer and a crossbowman are available for the game. Each class is an important combat unit that builds the entire battle tactics. The project will be able to please all fans of multiplayer team games, as well as fans of projects about the Middle Ages.

King Arthur: The Role-Playing Wargame

release date: 2009

Genre: RTS, RPG, turn based strategy, fantasy

The player will be able to be the commander of a small squad of knights of the round table who fight various monsters and carry the truth of King Arthur to the most remote areas of the fantasy world. The project is divided into two equal parts - a global map with a turn-based system, as well as the battle itself in real time.

The project combines genres such as turn-based strategy, tactical strategy and RPG. The player must manage his army, train soldiers, improve equipment, etc. During the game, the gamer will come across text quests, passing which, the player will be able to determine the temperament of his character, which will affect the ending of the game. In addition to battles in real time, you need to constantly follow the events on the global map. In general, the game can appeal to all fans of strategies like Total war, as well as fantasy lovers.

Lionheart: Kings' Crusade

release date: 2010

Genre: Real time strategy, RPG,

The game takes place during medieval Europe and the Crusades. The player will be able to take control of the army of the crusaders and, with the help of tactics and military skill, conquer the entire Middle East. There are several companies and scenarios available in the project, each of which differs in unique types of troops, heroes, weapons, etc.

The gameplay of the project is made in the form of a classic real-time strategy. The player must evaluate the controlled forces and forces of the enemy, look for gaps in the defense and attack / defend in time with the help of suitable types of warriors. Heroes deserve special attention - stronger units that have unique abilities and significantly increase the strength of the surrounding soldiers. The game can be enjoyed by all fans of historical strategies, as well as fans of strategy games with RPG elements.

Dante's Inferno

release date: 2010

Genre: Slasher, Action, Third Person RPG, Sword Fights

The player will be able to play the role of Dante - a professional warrior and knight-crusader. The hero goes to hell to free his beloved, who was stolen by the supreme demon Lucifer. To free the girl, the player must go through all the circles of hell and fight with the terrible monsters that inhabit this terrible place.

The project is a classic representative of the slasher genre. The player must combine attacks to destroy hordes of enemies. For this, the hero receives souls that can be spent on learning special abilities. Also in the game there are many riddles and puzzles that will constantly be found in every circle of hell. The key advantage of the game is an interesting plot, which closely intersects with the famous work of the poet and thinker Dante Alighieri.

Mount & Blade: Warband

release date: 2010

The player will be able to play the role of an adventurer who must make a name for himself in a medieval world ravaged by constant wars and raids by barbarians. For this, the hero can become the best warrior, professional commander, master merchant or caravaneer. The game provides complete freedom of action, so the player can choose many paths to fame and wealth.

The game combines many genres like strategy, slasher and action. The hero will be able to personally take part in large-scale battles or control an entire army. There are no classic quests or assignments in the project. The player simply finds himself in a medieval world in which you can do anything and become anyone. Of the key advantages of the game, it is worth noting a large selection of historical weapons and equipment, dynamic battles, battles on horseback, the opportunity to personally participate in large-scale battles and sieges of fortresses.

The first templar

release date: 2011

Genre: Third person action, slasher, RPG

In the Order of the Knights Templar, there was a conspiracy of founders who decided to betray their ideals and gain power. They are opposed by two apostates - the wandering knight Selian and Marie - a young girl, unjustifiably recognized as a heretic.

The gameplay is a dynamic action game with many puzzles and battles with enemies. A player in the company of a girl (in a cooperative passage, the second player can play as Mari) travels through medieval Europe and searches for ancient artifacts in various catacombs, ancient monasteries, etc. The main opponents are the rebellious Templars. Also in the project, the pumping of skills and special abilities is implemented, and some tasks will require interaction between the characters.

The cursed crusade

release date: 2011

Genre: Third person slasher, action, sword fighting

The game takes place during the Fourth Crusade. The player will be able to play the role of the Templar Denz de Beil, who, together with his companion, the mercenary Esteban, must survive in the difficult conditions of constant battles and battles.

The game is a slasher with a wide range of combos and attacks. The player will be able to learn new skills and apply them in battle, against superior enemy forces. The player can choose from - a huge arsenal of medieval melee weapons, from classic two-handed swords, to sixpins and halberds. The main advantages of the game include a cooperative passage mode, a dynamic and exciting plot, as well as more than 400 types of attacks and attacks.

War of the roses

release date: 2012

Genre: A third-person team action game about the Middle Ages, sword fighting

The plot of the game takes the player back to the times of medieval England, during the Civil War of the Scarlet and White Rose. Battles take place between the Lancaster, Plantagenet and York factions. The player will be able to accept either side of the conflict and try to bring his team to a leading position.

At the beginning of the game, gamers are divided into two teams (maximum 64 people). Then, depending on the location and scenario, players must complete tactical missions as well as fight each other in close combat. The game has several modes that define the task and purpose of each mission. There is also a class system. The player will be able to choose an armored knight, infantryman, archer, etc. The role-playing system is made in the form of pumping the hero. Each defeated enemy or completed task will bring experience points that can be spent on researching new techniques, skills and passive abilities.

Chivalry Medieval Warfare

release date: 2012

Genre: First-person team action about the Middle Ages, sword fighting

The Knightly Order of the Mason seized power in the kingdom and brutally murdered the king. At this time, another knightly order of Agatha returned from a long crusade. Finding the kingdom captured, the knights of Agatha decided to regain power and destroy all traitors to the crown.

The game is a session-based team action game. Players are divided into teams, choose classes and perform assigned tasks, which depend on the location and scenario of the game. The following classes are available in the game: shooter, light infantryman, knight and heavy infantryman. Each class has its own set of skills. For example, an armored knight has increased defense, but low speed, while a light infantryman is quite agile, but dies from any serious hit. In addition to classes, the player will be able to choose various weapons such as clubs, swords, bows, crossbows, throwing daggers, etc.

Dark Souls Series

release date: 2011-2016

Genre: RPG third person, open world, sword fighting

The player will be able to play the role of a fallen knight, who fell into a gloomy afterlife filled with terrible monsters, dangerous bosses and other wandering souls. According to legend, there is a way out of purgatory, but to find it you need to explore the most remote corners and dungeons of the dark underworld.

The gameplay is a dynamic and hardcore third-person action game. At the beginning of the game, the gamer creates his character, chooses his class, preferred weapons and magical abilities. The style of play will depend on the choice. It is worth noting that even the most armored hero will die from several hits of ordinary opponents. The game requires skill and knowledge of all the abilities of your character. In the process of passing, the hero will receive new levels, discover special skills, and also find more powerful weapons. The second part of Dark Souls hit the.

For Honor

release date: 2017

Genre: Multiplayer third person team action, fighting game,

The plot of the game is based on the confrontation between three factions. On the battlefields, knights, Vikings, as well as samurai who fight for leadership converge. Depending on the game mode, location and scenario, players must complete various tactical tasks and engage in bloody duels with representatives of other factions.

The gameplay is a third person slasher. To win, the player must complete tasks and fight, placing blocks in time and fending off enemy attacks. There are many techniques available in the project, in addition to standard cutting and chopping blows, there are blows with the hilt, arms, legs and body. Among the key features of the game, it is worth noting dynamic battles, excellent graphics, a large selection of weapons and equipment, as well as well-developed locations that convey the atmosphere of medieval battles

Kingdom Come: Deliverance

release date: 2018

Genre: First person RPG, medieval, open world

The events of the game are transferred to medieval Europe, which is mired in constant battles for power. The player will be able to feel like Henry - a simple resident and the son of a blacksmith. The hero wants to take revenge on the enemy kingdom for the murder of his entire family and therefore Henry goes to the service.

The game has a unique combat system. Almost all techniques were recorded with the help of fencing experts. The player will have access to several techniques and 18 zones through which you can make various attacks. Also, the game has an unusual classless pumping system. The gamer will be able to combine skills and create a truly unique character with his own characteristics. Of the key features of the project, it is worth noting excellent graphics, dynamic game process, as well as a realistic model of combat and horse riding.

Best Online Knight Games

Time for a Hero

Release date:2014

Genre:RPG, browser

A browser-based role-playing game in a medieval knightly setting. At first glance, the project is quite simple and does not differ much from other similar games, however, there are many unique differences here. So, for example, there are no fixed classes in the game, instead the player chooses his faction and gender of the hero, and the classes are replaced by masks of heroes and monsters. That is, putting on a mask on a character, we give him the properties of this mask, abilities and even appearance. In this case, the masks can be changed depending on the situation.

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Skills are acquired here for money, so with prolonged farming, you can pump your character pretty much. The plot does not let you get bored, and tasks that are not tied to the level can present a lot of surprises (including unpleasant ones). But do not be upset if you failed to complete some mission the first time. Just do other tasks, and come back to this a little later, gaining experience!

King Arthur's sword

Release date:2017

Genre:MMO, strategy, browser, RPG

Browser strategy with RPG elements and tactical battles unfolding in real time. The game takes place in a dark medieval fantasy setting, in which the knights of King Arthur fight against the orcs, suppress the uprisings of the lords and perform feats of knighthood. The game has 19 types of troops and 30 unique heroes with their own skills and perks that are unlocked as you level up.

PLAY

This project is primarily a strategy, so be prepared for the fact that most of the time you will have to deal with the development of the castle and adjacent lands. In addition to building a castle, defensive structures and recruiting troops, players will be able to perform various plot tasks, create or find legendary artifacts, lay siege to castles and fight other players for control over the endless lands of this fantasy world.

The medieval era is a difficult and contradictory time in the minds of the current generation. For some, it is dirty and disgusting, full of dark superstitions and prejudices, cruelty, injustice and oppression. And for others it is a glorious time, fanned by the romance of chivalrous adventures and exploits.

Can computer games give the final answer, what was the Middle Ages? Absolutely not. But they can amuse us great, giving us the opportunity, albeit very conditional, to get away from the routine of gray everyday life and feel the taste of the mysterious past with its noble, powerful kings, greedy merchants, beautiful ladies, endless battles and uprisings, strict religious dogmatism and other unusually fascinating things.

1. MORDHAU

Online action game with unusually realistic and bloody medieval battles of various formations: massive carnage in an open field, sieges of castles, cavalry attacks, noble duels, and so on. Here you can even try to fire from some siege weapon of that time. Maximum amount players involved in one battle can reach 64 people.

At the same time, as already noted, the developers tried to make the battles as exciting and spectacular as possible on the one hand, and realistic on the other. Sharp attacks and wide swings of blades, severed limbs and gushing blood in all directions - no censorship and indulgence, everything is naturalistic and cruel. I am very pleased with the flexible system, as well as the abundance of weapons, armor and other military equipment.

2. Mount & Blade: Warband

A wonderful RPG with a realistic medieval setting, addicting versatile gameplay and a powerful atmosphere, which no other similar game has yet managed to surpass. And this despite the fact that the release of Mount & Blade: Warband took place in 2010.

In addition to the single-player freeplay mode, Mount & Blade: Warband also has a mode (or rather, several modes) that allows dozens of players to converge on the battlefield.

In fact, Mount & Blade: Warband can be called the most ideal medieval simulator at the moment, every element of the gameplay in which is thought out and perfected to the smallest detail. Moreover, other games in the Mount & Blade series also deserve attention, because in fact they are variations of one game with some gameplay and setting differences caused by the fact that they are dedicated to different time periods of the Middle Ages. Mount & Blade 2 is also known to be in development and is expected to be released in March 2020.

3. Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

Brutal multiplayer first-person action game designed for team battles in different modes and in different arenas. A good selection of playable classes and weapons, the ability to customize characters, good level graphics and design of arenas, and most importantly - simple and at the same time fascinating made Chivalry: Medieval Warfare, if not the most popular, then highly demanded game among multiplayer medieval action games.

4. Life is Feudal: Your Own

One of the best survival games with RPG elements in our top games about the Middle Ages, combining all the best features and developments from sandbox games (large, free and terraforming, an abundance of crafts and recipes for, etc.) with the atmosphere of the true Middle Ages!

Those who prefer robbery and battles to peaceful labor will be impressed by the local dynamic combat system based on non-target and the possibility of simultaneous participation in the battle of 64 people - this is exactly the number of players that servers in: Your Own are designed for. And those who want even more epic battles can try their hand and the ability to survive in Life is Feudal: MMO - a more global variation of the game, arranged according to the principle.

5. Kingdom Come: Deliverance

Role-playing project of 2018, until its release, stubbornly positioned by its creators as "The best game about the Middle Ages on the PC among RPGs." However, after the release, it turned out to be more than controversial due to its dampness, numerous flaws and unfulfilled promises.

Fortunately, at the moment, after a significant time after the release, the developers have managed to bring it into a more or less playable form through numerous patches. Of the unambiguous advantages of this game, it is worth noting the very good graphics and design of the world, solid, based on real events (albeit with some loose interpretations from the creators) and a classless character development system.

The combat system in Kingdom Come: Deliverance turned out as promised, but there are strong doubts about its fascination and reliability - it all looks too clumsy and ridiculous, and the behavior of opponents sometimes causes unpleasant amazement. In general, the AI \u200b\u200bof the inhabitants of Kingdom Come is lame in all limbs, plus the impression is exacerbated by the so far completely unresolved bugs.

6. Gloria Victis

MMORPG with a huge open medieval world and a little bit of fantasy that does not spoil the overall experience of the game and does not violate the clear aspiration of Gloria Victis for realism.

Gloria Victis has all the characteristic features of a massive multiplayer game: a large and varied world, several warring factions, various NPCs and other live players, exciting battles, the possibility of cooperation with other users, as well as many other elements that form the basis of the gameplay.

At the same time, there are some features related specifically to the medieval setting of the game: a more realistic combat system, a large number of medieval crafts, a reputation system, an impressive number of authentically reconstructed types of weapons and armor, climate and terrain that recreate the territory of western, central and eastern Europe ...

7. For Honor

The well-known multiplayer game on PC, offering a kind of medieval crossover, allowing warriors of completely different civilizations and historical eras to come together in battle: knights, etc.

Moreover, each faction has its own story-based story (in addition to multiplayer modes in For Honor there is also a pretty good training campaign with a script that reveals the features of all three sides) and unique classes. The hero of each class has a unique appearance and the tactics of the game, determined by the weapons and skills of the character.

The ART OF BATTLE combat system itself is also innovative in For Honor, at first it seems quite difficult to master, for which many players actively scolded (and continue to scold) the game, preferring simpler and more understandable network action games on the theme of the Middle Ages to it. We admit that the threshold for entering For Honor is really high, and it will be very difficult for beginners in the early stages. But if you still endure and master all the wisdom of the combat system, in the future the game will be able to give a lot of vivid emotions and impressions of breathtaking battles in various modes.

8. The Cursed Crusade

9. The Black Death

The black Death is a multiplayer game in the setting of the Middle Ages, which can hardly be called the best in the chosen category, but despite this, it definitely stands out for its originality of concept.

The fact is that the action of The Black Death takes place during a plague that decimated almost half of the population of medieval Europe and was nicknamed the "Black Death" for this. It is this dark feature, skillfully conveyed by developers from Syrin Studios and Small Impact Games in the style and atmosphere of the game, that makes The Black Death so curious.

Otherwise, The Black Death is a completely standard multiplayer with an open world, the essence of the gameplay of which is exploring the environment, building, mining and crafting, as well as battles (or other methods of interaction, for example, exchange or cooperation) with other unfortunate inhabitants of Europe in dark times. But since the game is in the early access stage, there is a clear flaw in many mechanics and ideas, which should certainly be taken into account by everyone who wants to plunge into the world of The Black Death.

10. Wars and Warriors: Joan of Arc

The next project on our list of the best Medieval games on PC is even more significant in age, as it was released on PC already in 2004. Despite this, fans of realistic historical games Wars and Warriors: Joan of Arc will certainly like its elaborate and reliable setting, as well as the plot, which is based on the famous "Hundred Years War", which unfolded in the XIV-XV centuries between the French and the British.

In terms of gameplay, Wars and Warriors: Joan of Arc is a simple third-person action game dedicated to battles and other types of cutting / thrusting weapons, the main character of which is the greatest warrior and national heroine of France, Jeanne D'Arc. All story missions (in Wars and Warriors only a single scenario is available) are as close as possible to the real events of the "Hundred Years War", and in addition to Jeanne, players will be able to contemplate many other historical figures of that time. There was also a place in the game for typical RPG elements: the heroine gradually gains experience and grows in level, pumps parameters, can use inventory, change weapons and equipment.

Also in Wars and Warriors: Joan of Arc there is a very unusual element that sets a significant proportion of the game atmosphere: along with Zhanna, other commanders participate in battles along with their squads, and some of the commanders can be taken under your direct control. Together with epic battle music and characteristic medieval scenery, this massiveness greatly affects the immersion in the gameplay and creates a natural feeling of participation in one of the greatest wars of the Middle Ages.

11. Age of Chivalry

Age of Chivalry is a multiplayer modification for Half-Life 2, developed and released by the amateur studio Team Chivalry back in 2007, but has not lost its relevance in our time.

Even though Age of Chivalry is visually inferior modern games about the Middle Ages, this does not interfere with immersion in the local wonderful world medieval battles and castle sieges. Players expect a first-person view and three different warrior classes: knight, archer and scout, for each of which a wide selection of weapons is available. The combat system of Age of Chivalry stands out for its hardcore and realism, however, here it is worth considering the considerable age of the engine. In addition to sieges and group battles, you can also take part in storyline battles that mimic those of real medieval history.

Finally, the undeniable advantage of Age of Chivalry over most medieval games is that it is completely free to download and play! True, for this you need to have any game with the engine on your account: Half-Life 2, Counter-Strike: Source, and so on.

12. Legends of Eisenwald

Legends of Eisenwald is a wandering knight simulator that takes the player on an exciting adventure across the lands of old Germany. The local setting is a cross between the real Middle Ages and fantasy. There are no fictional races here, however, one should not expect strict adherence to history textbooks, because all events, characters and geography are fictional. Also present in the game.

The gameplay of Legends of Eisenwald is a successful combination of role-playing and very unusual mechanics battle. The player leads a small army, into which he selects knights at his discretion, pumps and equips. Moving around the map is free, without reference to the plot, and the campaign itself has a non-linear development.

13. Reign Of Kings

14. Assassin's Creed

The first part of the famous series dedicated to the confrontation between two secret organizations - the Order of the Templars and Assassins. The game takes place in 1191, during the Third Crusade. The main character - the assassin Altair ibn La-Ahad, who arrived in the Holy Land with a whole list of important tasks, the common goal of which is to prevent the Templars from getting to one very important artifact.

In addition to the magnificently recreated surroundings of that time, an eventful plot and the ability to freely explore the Holy Land "in miniature", Assassin's Creed gained recognition from millions of players thanks to a dynamic and unusual combat system for its time, as well as stealth, which also occupy an important place in the gameplay.

15. Knights of the Temple series

RPG action games with a third-person view (you can include a view from the eyes), dedicated to the Knight Templar Paul De Rac, traveling through medieval Europe and trying to stop the invasion of Darkness into the human world. To do this, he has to explore linear locations filled with a variety of enemies, including bosses, complete story tasks, collect artifacts and solve simple ones.

The role-playing element in Knights of the Temple is represented by the ability to increase the effectiveness of the skills and actions available to the hero, implemented according to the same principle that was used in Morrowind: the more often the hero does something, the better he gets it.

Where could I buy: in official digital services the game could not be found.

16. Medieval Engineers

A sandbox game about cheerful medieval engineers and architects who make and build something every hour under the close control of the player. A true constructor set in medieval settings, where you can build amazingly complex architectural ensembles and create cunning machines. And all this is taking into account the laws.

18. The First Templar

Haemimont Games Adventure Slasher unusual couple heroes - a knight of the Order of the Templars and his beautiful companion Marie d'Ibelin, who was saved by him from the Inquisition. According to the plot, which takes place in the 13th century, the heroes are trying to uncover a conspiracy against the Order, and at the same time find the Holy Grail. In this noble deed, they are trying with all their might to prevent numerous and very powerful enemies, including the servants of the Inquisition, the Saracens and even the French king Philip IV.

19. The Guild Series

The Guild is a very unusual games, which can be described as realistic in the Middle Ages, in the gameplay of which the characteristic features of many genres can be traced: RPG, manager and some others. The player finds himself in a real medieval city, where he decides his further destiny: he can become a farmer or artisan, join a trade guild, lead a gang of robbers, or try his hand at the political arena.

20. Foundation

A city building simulator in which the player gets a huge toolbox and unlimited freedom for creativity, with which you can create a real medieval city of dreams and then take up its management. Here you can even develop designs of buildings yourself, and then integrate your creations into the gameplay.

21. Besiege

A fascinating interactive constructor that allows you to create medieval siege machines and weapons, and then test their effectiveness in action, directing their power against random villages, majestic castles, armored knights and other targets. By the way, you can create not only real historical machines, but also something truly fantastic and unimaginable, for example, a trebuchet floating in the air.

22. A Plague Tale: Innocence

23. Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth

An exciting adventure and quest game with point and click mechanics, based on the popular book by British writer Ken Follett "The Pillars of the Earth". The game takes place in a small English town of the 12th century, the fate of the inhabitants of which intertwined with each other in an amazing and tragic story, revealed against the backdrop of the construction of one of the most grandiose cathedrals of that time. In addition to a fascinating plot taken from the book and adapted for a computer game, Ken Follett’s The Pillars of the Earth is a great pleasure for its highly artistic 2D design of locations and characters, good acting voice and powerful orchestral.

24. Exanima

The only game on our list with a medieval setting that contains essential elements. Despite this, Exanima is different from all other fantasy ones and feels more like survival in the Middle Ages, with a well-developed and highly interactive environment, hardcore battles with original controls, a dark atmosphere and a low level of fantasy. On last feature Exanima is strongly insisted by the developers from Bare Mettle Entertainment and we completely agree with them on this: if you remove all the dead, demons, magic and the occult from the game, you get a very serious and convincing game about the Middle Ages. By the way, the game is still actively developing - the developers are planning to add multiplayer in the near future.

25. Winkeltje: The Little Shop

Winkeltje: The Little Shop is a game for those who are tired of epic adventures, exploits and bloody battles, and want to enjoy a quiet and peaceful life in a medieval setting. Here the player gets a unique opportunity to become the owner of his own retail store, equip it at his own discretion, do business with clients and solve pleasant everyday issues. Forget about tedious wanderings and dangerous skirmishes, and just expand the range of goods (you can craft items for trade yourself), move cabinets and cabinets to create a proper interior, take care of flower beds (crops grown in beds, by the way, can also be sold) and have fun with contemplation of pastoral views outside the window.

Looking forward to: Inquisitor: The Hammer of Witches

Inquisitor: The Hammer of Witches is an action game, the exact release date of which is still unknown. But this project is definitely worth waiting for, because the developers promise us a rather unusual story for the genre, a deep plot, the development of which will depend on the decisions made by the player.

The player will become an inquisitor, judge sinners and eradicate heresy. But let the torture lovers not be too happy - the people will not forgive you senseless cruelty. Besides, knocking out recognition in this way is not the most effective solution. So that the innocent do not accidentally suffer, and the common people are favorable to you, you will have to become a real detective and use your mind more often than a whip.

conclusion

After reading this collection, you probably noticed the lack of fantasy games dedicated to the Middle Ages. Yes, we deliberately bypassed fantasy games based on this very interesting, but at the same time gloomy historical period of human civilization - for example, action series RPG The Witcher and Dragon age, slasher Castlevania: Lords of Shadow and others. Instead, we decided to focus on projects that illuminate the era as realistically as possible. Well, the theme of the fantasy Middle Ages is revealed in ours.

Action games about the Middle Ages will take you to a time when there were no machine guns and pistols, and warriors used swords and bows in battles. There is little shooting in such projects, but there is a lot of adrenaline, because the battle is fought not from behind cover and not at great distances, but on the battlefield face to face with the enemy.

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Back to the past

Long ago, brave warriors organized tournaments in honor of beautiful ladies, started wars over trifles, almost every year they redrawn the borders of states. Firearms then were not even in the most desperate fantasies of advanced inventors, so in battles the fighters beat each other with swords, jabbed with spears, chopped them with axes, and covered them with a hail of arrows and stones. Today, wars are waged by other methods, and the layman can feel like a knight in two ways: to become a role-player and arrange reconstruction of historical events, or turn to virtual world and play action games about the middle ages.

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Online games in a medieval setting allow gamers to try themselves as participants in epic battles. Modern multiplayer projects make it possible to arrange large-scale battles using various melee weapons and siege weapons, an honest calculation of the physics of bodies, and simulation of wounds. Our site contains games about the Middle Ages for every taste. and strive for realism and reproduce in detail the battles between the knights. tells the gripping tale of a Roman legionary and delights in the beauty of the CryEngine 4. For Honor showcases an alternate story where medieval crusaders, Vikings and samurai converge in battle.

Valnir Rok is a multiplayer survival simulator inspired by Norse mythology

Valhall - Battle royale with Vikings and anomalies, in which players fight for the right to save the world.

Maelstrom - "Battle Royale" with ships, which periodically interfere with different-colored sea monsters like the Kraken and Leviathans.

City of Brass is a colorful roguelike / slasher in the Middle East style with sultry deserts, minarets, genies and a skillful thief in ...

The Swordsmen X - Battle Royale with an oriental theme, martial arts and, accordingly, an emphasis on close combat.

Hellblade: Senua`s Sacrifice is a slasher with stunning graphics, Celtic gods and a frighteningly explicit theme of madness

War of the Roses - online battles performed by masked archers, swordsmen and knights who enthusiastically beat each other with melee weapons ...

Sea of \u200b\u200bThieves is a co-op action-adventure game about exploring the seas, fighting and finding treasures

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Ryse: Son of Rome is a stunningly beautiful action movie set in an antique setting, telling about the life and blood feud of the legionnaire Marius Titus

Strategy one of the first and once most popular genres computer games on a PC, the most prominent representative of which was the "Age of Empires" - RTS in the setting of the Middle Ages. The first representatives of the genre are games with simple mechanics: building a base, building units, attacking the enemy. Gradually, strategies became more complicated, elements of research were introduced that improved units and buildings, it became possible to travel through eras, etc. In this article, we present the top 15 of the most vivid and memorable strategies about the Middle Ages.

Release date: 2018 year
Genre: city \u200b\u200bbuilding simulator, real time strategy
Developer: Shiro Games
Publisher: Shiro Games

Northgard is a medieval RTS from the Shiro Games team in which you have to inhabit the continent of Northgard and populate it with mighty Vikings. At the same time, you will have to fend off animals, ghouls and establish diplomatic relations with local residents - jotuns.

Train people in various crafts, competently dispose of mined or conquered resources, managing to survive the winter and the raids of enemies. Only tactics and strategy will allow you to expand your influence in new lands teeming with very intelligent AI.

Release date: 2016 year
Genre: real time strategy
Developer: Gsc game world
Publisher: Gsc game world

Cossacks 3 is a massive real-time strategy game from the developers of GSC Game World, which tells about the battles between the 17th and 18th centuries. Several factors play a role in victory: the amount of previously mined resources, the choice of troops and weapons, landscape, physics, and even the time of day.

Join the fight by choosing one of 20 nations, including up to 32,000 units in the fight at the same time.

Multiplayer for 8 people with the ability to create teams will definitely not get bored.

Release date: year 2014
Genre: real time strategy
Developer: SkyBox Labs, Big Huge Games
Publisher: Microsoft Studios

Rise of Nations is an RTS game from Big Huge Games. The game is a synergy of traditional strategy and city-building simulator, similar to Civilization, as there are national borders and even wonders of the world.

Maximum reliability of what is happening: caravans open up new routes, naval trade campaigns create their own fleets, and cities are key buildings on the continent around which the gameplay is tied. Create your own wonder of the world to use the benefits provided by this building.

Release date: 2015 year
Genre: medieval siege construction simulator, sandbox
Developer: Spiderling Studios
Publisher: Spiderling Studios

Besiege is an indie sandbox project developed by the Spiderling Studios team. The player's task is to create a special device to achieve the goal when passing the level. With each new open map, the difficulty level increases significantly, and therefore the car has to be improved and modernized every now and then (add armor, hoist a catapult or a transport crane for the convenience of moving heavy objects).

Complete freedom of action from the very first minutes. The main task is to achieve the goal in any way.

Release date: year 2014
Genre: medieval castle construction simulator, real time strategy
Developer: FireFly Studios
Publisher: FireFly Studios

Stronghold Crusader 2 is the sequel to the original castle-sim project from FireFly Studios. The sequel is also a mixture of RTS and city-building simulator, in which the main character will have to make a difficult choice between the Crusaders and Arab fighters for justice. The further fate of the Holy Lands directly depends on the actions of the commander.

Do you admire Richard the Lionheart? You will have the opportunity to play on his behalf, managing to control 25 types of different units with special abilities. Difficult but interesting.

Release date: 2006 year
Genre: turn based, tactical real time strategy
Developer: The creative assembly
Publisher: SEGA

Medieval II: Total War is a global turn-based real-time strategy game from The Creative Assembly. Events will take place in parallel in North Africa, the Middle East and Europe. You have to go through such historical events as the discovery of gunpowder "Black Death", the invasion of the Mongols and more.

Participate in the Crusades for the glory of Islam or Christianity, rewrite history in your own way, without any restrictions. All is fair in war.

Measure your strength? LAN mode for 8 people is just right for this purpose.

Release date: year 2013
Genre: real time strategy
Developer: Skybox Labs, Hidden Path Entertainment, Ensemble Studios
Publisher: Microsoft Studios

Age of Empires II HD is a re-release of the cult strategy game from Ensemble Games in a new quality. The studio Skybox Labs was responsible for the remake, which in no way affected the gameplay and atmosphere of the project. The player has 13 civilizations with unique units and technologies.

Using the latter is not so easy - you need to create an appropriate building, and then develop the ability "from scratch". And remember that each faction has both strengths and weaknesses: you can win in the value of the castle, but lose as a defense.

Release date: 2017 year
Genre: turn-based strategy about Vikings with RPG elements
Developer: Logic Artists
Publisher: Logic Artists

Expeditions: Viking is a real-time strategy game from Logic Artics. You have just been appointed the leader of a Viking clan living in a small village. The task is extremely simple - to make the settlement flourish and prosper. Loyal huscarls will follow the leader anywhere, even to Valhalla.

Choose the style of the leader at your discretion, choosing the skills and characteristics of the hero that are optimal for yourself. Make peaceful alliances and write your name on the pages of history, where you will definitely find a place for heroism.

Release date: year 2012
Genre: global strategy about the middle ages
Developer: Paradox Development Studio
Publisher:Paradox Interactive

Crusader Kings II is a global RTS from Paradox Development Studio. The game recreates the feudal system of relations between medieval Europe and the Middle East, including not only the general picture of events, but also personal relationships between the characters. Here every now and then intrigues and even the struggle for the Papal throne will arise.

The player himself chooses the dynasty around which the plot is built. Explore history in a playful way by observing real-life personalities.

Release date: 2017 year
Genre: global strategy about the middle ages with RPG elements, turn-based battles
Developer: Overhype Studios
Publisher: Overhype Studios

Battle Brothers is a huge open world tactical RPG from Overhype Studios. You have to learn how to manage a squad of mercenaries in the era of medieval Germany. All battles are turn-based, according to the principle of turn-based strategy Heroes might and Magic.

Outside of battles, the hero must look for new quests for himself and take care of the welfare of the mercenaries (weapons, armor, provisions). The game is packed with fetnesian characters and representatives of German folklore.

Release date: year 2014
Genre: city \u200b\u200bbuilding simulator of a medieval village
Developer: Shining Rock Software LLC
Publisher: Shining Rock Software LLC

Banished is a city-planning sim from Shining Rock Software with a mix of strategy elements. You become a kind of God's hand, since the main resource of the game is people. They are born, they work, they multiply and die. A key measure of success is maintaining the well-being of your subjects. It is not enough to build a house - it still needs to be populated.

No conditions and conventions: build whatever you want, as long as there are enough resources. 18 types of crafts will not let you get bored, especially since there is no standard strategy here - everything is at your discretion.

Release date: 2005 year
Genre: global strategy about the middle ages
Developer: Black Sea Studios Ltd
Publisher: Paradox Interactive

Knights of Honor - RTS from the Black Sea Studios team in a historical setting. You have to rule a whole dynasty with a king at its head. Create heirs, conclude mutually beneficial agreements with representatives of other kingdoms, principalities and sultanates (pacts, alliances, trade agreements).

The emphasis in the game is made on exotic goods, since they are responsible for the advantage of a particular power and its advantageous position relative to other states.

Release date: 2017 year
Genre: global strategy about the middle ages
Developer: Reverie World Studios
Publisher: Reverie World Studios

Medieval Kingdom Wars is a global real-time strategy game from the developer Reverie World Studios. Historical setting and a huge living world of the medieval era. Create cities, fight in the name of the king, take part in large-scale sieges and show your tactical skills in battle.

Campaign mode with an abundance of international and domestic intrigue, multiplayer mode and more. A painfully realistic survival simulator awaits you, where you will even have to hunt rats to save not only your skin, but also the garrison under your control. Difficult but exciting.

Release date: 2005 year
Genre: economic strategy, city building simulator of a medieval city
Developer: Ubisoft Blue Byte Studio
Publisher: Ubisoft

The Settlers: Heritage of Kings is the fifth series of RTS The Setters from Blue Byte Software. In this part, the developers have abandoned the standard setting, adding a lot of gameplay elements similar to Cossacks: Europian Wars.

You will reincarnate as the character Dario, whose village was destroyed by the Black Knights. The hero will have to lead the militia to drive out the intruders from his territory.

Release date: 2015 year
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Developer: Creative assembly
Publisher: SEGA

Total War: Attila is a project that combines elements of RTS and turn-based strategy. Developed by Creative Assembly and is in fact the 9th part of the Total War network.

The action takes place in 395 AD since the split of the Roman Empire. You have to play for the great leader Attila, while running your own state. Special attention has been paid to buildings: industrial buildings can pollute the atmosphere, sanitary buildings can be cleaned. A balance must be sought between industry and the environment.