The Medieval setting has interested people for a while, becoming the focus of many games, books, and television. Now, there is tons of Medieval themed content, especially video games. If you want to experience this game version of the Medieval time period, you've come to the right place.
Here, we are going to go over some of the best Medieval games that you can play on Steam. It is important to note that not all of these games take place in our real world though; they have a Medieval feel but aren't technically set during our world's Medieval time period.
10 Medieval Dynasty
First up, we have Medieval Dynasty. This is a survival crafting game, taking place in a fictional valley. Your goal is to survive and build a village. Eventually, you can find a wife who gives birth to an heir, who will eventually take your place.
As a survival game, you can settle anywhere on the map, whether it's in the middle of nowhere, or right next to a bustling Medieval village. Medieval Dynasty has tons of content, keeping you immersed for hours.
9 Inkulinati
Inkulinati is a bit different than many other entries on our list. This is a turn-based strategy game taking place on paper. Your goal is to become a master of 'Living ink', drawing your way to victory.
In addition to seeing the Medieval drawings come to life, you will see a real hand dictating the moves. Interestingly, this game is inspired by real-world doodles called marginalia. These are essentially little margin drawings made by monks and other Medieval figures.
8 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt truly needs no introduction. This game is well known by many gamers across the world, with books to inspire the game, as well as a Netflix television series. While the game technically takes place in a fictional world, there is no denying the Medieval inspiration.
The Continent is comfortably sitting in its own Medieval period, with classic wooden structures, grimy locations, and horse transportation. If you are a fan of great stories in RPGs, as well as Medieval games, The Witcher 3 is a must.
7 Anno 1404
Anno 1404 is a fief-building game, where your task is to colonize and expand your reach. The goal is to essentially become the best, among the AI players who are also settled nearby. While becoming powerful, you can trade with others, or anger neighboring kingdoms. All the while, you can play through a set storyline, or choose to play in sandbox mode.
If you are a fan of Anno 1404 and city-building games, then you're in luck! There are many games in the Anno series, such as 1701, 2070, and 2205.
6 Stronghold Crusader HD
Next up, we have Stronghold Crusader. This is a relatively older game, first released in 2002. Like Anno 1404, this is a city-building game, where your goal is to siege castles, battle other kingdoms, and become the best.
In this HD version of the game, you can play through historical campaigns, as well as fight through tons of missions. The studio behind Stronghold Crusader has several other similar games as well, such as Stronghold Warlord and Romans: Age of Caesar.
5 Chivalry Medieval Warfare
Chivalry Medieval Warfare is a hack-and-slash game that places you in the role of a warrior, fighting your way to victory. This game was actually inspired by Age of Chivalry, which was originally a Half-Life 2 mod.
In the game, you can choose between four classes each with its own primary weapon. With a class chosen, you can go on sieges and raids, as well as participate in PvP content with others.
4 A Plague Tale: Innocence
A Plague Tale: Innocence follows the story of Amicia and Hugo. Set in fourteenth-century France, the two of you will need to avoid the French Inquisition, rats, and the Black Plague.
The game is heart-wrenching, showing the less-pleasant side of the Medieval time period. If this story-rich game captures your attention, then we have some good news. There is a sequel, titled A Plague Tale: Requiem.
3 Going Medieval
Going Medieval is another city-building game, but this one is a bit more 'cute' than many of the other games on our list. In the game, you can create the fortress of your dreams, all while protecting the villagers that rely on you.
The setting of the game takes place at the tail end of the plague. With much of the world dead, survivors have nowhere to turn to, but with your help, society can start to grow and thrive.
2 Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord
Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord is an open-world game set in a fictional land called Calradia. In the game, you can make your own character and explore the world, which is described as a "vast Medieval sandbox".
Mount & Blade is an ongoing series, stretching back to 2008, with the release of the first game. Most of the games have a Medieval setting, so be sure to check them out if Bannerlord interests you.
1 Age Of Empires IV
Age Of Empires is a large series, composed of historical, real-time strategy games. In these games, you choose a civilization, with the goal of expanding and conquering the map. Overall, most Age of Empires games have a great 'Medieval' feel, however, the newest in the series, Age of Empires IV, is a great starting point if you are new to the series.
This game is set during the Middle Ages, with civilizations such as the Holy Roman Empire, Mongols, and French. In addition to playing customized games, you can play through campaigns involving the Norman conquest of England and the Hundred Years War.