Games like Riftborne
If Riftborne is your kind of game, the closest matches are Kingdom Wars 4, Solargene and Driftland: The Magic Revival — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, competitive and contemplative. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →About Riftborne: Riftborne is a classic terminal based, real time, grand strategy game. Construct space ships. Take part in factional warfare. Hire galactic hit-men on your rivals. Raid neighbors for rare resources. Train spies to infiltrate enemy bases for key intel. Grow your empire to dominate the galaxy.
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Kingdom Wars 4
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Top pick for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
It's 1347, the time of the Hundred Years' War. In this historical grand strategy and RTS hybrid you play as one of 200 minor lords across medieval Europe, Africa or Middle East. Rise up to take over your Kingdom and be crowned, then fight to preserve your empire as Black Death descends on Europe.
Solargene
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Second-strongest match for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
Take Command of a Space Corporation in the Sci-Fi Simulator Solargene! Manage personnel, design and develop colonies and orbital stations across the solar system! Mine resources, establish logistics, research cutting-edge technologies, trade, and complete missions
Driftland: The Magic Revival
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Third-strongest match for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
After a devastating war between ancient mages, a powerful spell is all that holds together the shattered planet of Driftland. Take on the role of a powerful mage capable of moving and connecting floating lands, develop a mighty empire, and restore Driftland to its former glory!
Galactic Ruler
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with Riftborne.
Ranked #4 for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
Galactic Ruler offers real time strategy game play at both planetary level and in space! Lead your faction in diplomacy or conquest across a procedurally generated galactic map where any system might hold hostile enemies or resource riches. Develop advanced technologies to rule the galaxy!
AI War 2
WHY THIS
Shares fleet management and an intense mood with Riftborne.
Ranked #5 for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
The most devious and acclaimed artificial intelligence in strategy gaming is better than ever. A grand strategy/RTS hybrid that reverses many conventions of both genres. Take territory without attracting attention, build your empire with care, and adapt to an ever-evolving galactic battleground.
Songs of Silence
WHY THIS
Shares faction politics and an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Ranked #6 for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.
Old World
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Ranked #7 for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Riftborne.
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Ranked #8 for Riftborne fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Riftborne.
Build a soviet republic from an impoverished country into a rich industrial superpower in a city builder with intricate production chains and a fully simulated global economy. Manage the lives of your citizens from education to work and party loyalty to criminal activity.
Reviewers mention these as similar to Riftborne
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Stellaris
WHY THIS
Shares diplomacy and an immersive mood with Riftborne.
Reviewers of Riftborne cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Riftborne.
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
Master of Orion 2
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with Riftborne.
Reviewers of Riftborne cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Riftborne.
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Starborne: Frontiers
WHY THIS
Shares ship customization, auto battle, mmo and an atmospheric mood with Riftborne.
Reviewers of Riftborne cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Riftborne.
Starborne: Frontiers is a free-to-play tactical autobattler with hundreds of unique ships. Form your fleet, customize it with a variety of equipment, and use strategy to create the perfect battlefield formation. Take on bounties, engage in the PvP arena, and bring order to the Frontier.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Riftborne at current Steam store prices.
POSTAL 2
WHY THIS
Priced ~85% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Riftborne.
Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?
Buckshot Roulette
WHY THIS
Priced ~56% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Simulation with Riftborne.
Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!
GRIS
WHY THIS
Priced ~45% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Riftborne.
Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.
The Test
WHY THIS
Priced ~71% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Simulation with Riftborne.
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk
WHY THIS
Priced ~78% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Riftborne.
A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.
Crypt of the NecroDancer
WHY THIS
Priced ~56% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Riftborne.
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
A Short Hike
WHY THIS
Priced ~41% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Riftborne.
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
Super Hexagon
WHY THIS
Priced ~56% under Riftborne on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Riftborne.
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Free alternatives
Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.
The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante — Chapter 1&2
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
A narrative-driven hardcore RPG set in a gritty world where the gods are real. Set out on a challenging lifetime journey, where every choice you make has a price to pay and consequence to it. Will you become an inquisitor, a judge, or conspire against the old order? Dare to decide!
Crusader Kings II
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Riftborne.
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Clicker Heroes
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
Click your way through hordes of monsters, earn gold, and recruit quirky heroes with powerful skills. Progress even while you're idle, and watch the numbers climb into the absurd. It’s a never-ending journey of clicks, crits, and colossal damage.
Minion Masters
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Riftborne.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.
Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Riftborne.
The epic story of evolution, technology, humanity, and dinosaurs is yours to tap.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
War Selection
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Indie with Riftborne.
War Selection is a compelling RTS game featuring base building, resource extraction and warfare. Evolve from a stone age tribe to a distinct industrial nation with unique game mechanics and battle for supremacy with dozens of players on a unique procedurally generated map.
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Frequently asked about Riftborne
- How much does Riftborne cost?
- Riftborne is listed on Steam at 6.79 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does Riftborne have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Riftborne supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Online Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Riftborne?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Riftborne are Kingdom Wars 4, Solargene, Driftland: The Magic Revival.
- Who developed Riftborne?
- Riftborne was developed by Pitio Productions.
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