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Games like Northern Tale 2

Below are 24 hand-picked alternatives to Northern Tale 2 for fans of strategy, adventure, simulation, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Northern Tale 2 also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, cheaper alternatives, free-to-play picks, more from Qumaron. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

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About Northern Tale 2: After the evil witch Gesta was defeated, the time of peace was restored. The viking king Ragnar decides to restore the kingdom in its former glory — repair the ruined villages, heal the cursed trees. However, Gesta is still alive, and the even greater evil is threatening the vikings.

2017StrategyAdventureSimulationCasual3.99 USDDeck PlayableWindowsby Qumaron
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Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Northern Tale 2 at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    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?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Adventure and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    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?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    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.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Adventure and Casual with Northern Tale 2.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation and Casual with Northern Tale 2.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Northern Tale 2.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Northern Tale 2 on Steam right now. Shares Adventure and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. The Lab

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Welcome to The Lab, a compilation of Valve’s room-scale VR experiments set in a pocket universe within Aperture Science. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog, and more. Still not sold? It’s free!

    2016Free To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  2. AdVenture Capitalist

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Casual with Northern Tale 2.

    Welcome, eager young investor, to AdVenture Capitalist! Arguably the world's greatest Capitalism simulator!

    2015IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Fallout Shelter

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.

    2017SimulationRPGFree To PlayFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Clicker Heroes

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    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.

    2015StrategyIndieAdventureFreeSteam ↗
  5. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy with Northern Tale 2.

    Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold!

    2017StrategyFree To PlayFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Kingdom: Classic

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    Kingdom is a 2D sidescrolling strategy/resource management hybrid with a minimalist feel wrapped in a beautiful, modern pixel art aesthetic.

    2015StrategyIndieSimulationFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Mr.Mine

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    Explore the depths of the earth and uncover hidden treasures in this addictive idle mining game. Unlock the power of your drill with hundreds of upgrades, discover mysterious relics, and unearth priceless gems. Can you master the mines and reveal their deepest secrets? Dive in and dig deep!

    2020StrategyIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Endless Sky

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.

    2015ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Qumaron

Other recommendable Steam games by Qumaron, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Turtle Odyssey

    WHY THIS

    Shares a whimsical mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Adventure and Casual with Northern Tale 2.

    Help a brave little turtle get his shell back in this exciting adventure.

    2015ActionAdventureCasual2.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Farm Mania 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares time management and a whimsical mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    Great news: Anna is back again! This time she is even more enthusiastic, active and full of great ideas! Do you want to take up farming? Then dont miss your chance! Fruits and vegetables, animals and birds, bakeries and textile factories — its all waiting for you in the brand new game Farm Mania 2 !

    2018StrategySimulationCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. All My Gods

    WHY THIS

    Shares a whimsical mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    Become a Roman god! Don't be shy! Epic game that topped the charts on Big Fish Games and GameHouse!

    2015StrategyAdventureSimulation3.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Removed (Demi)

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Adventure and Simulation with Northern Tale 2.

    The app has been removed from Steam and is no longer supported.

    2015AdventureSimulationCasualSteam ↗
  5. Roads of Rome

    WHY THIS

    Shares time management and a challenging mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    Advance into the unknown territories full of secrets and dangers. Expand the famous road system to the far corners of mighty Roman Empire in this blend of casual strategy, sim and time management genres!

    2015StrategyAdventureSimulation3.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Roads of Rome 2

    WHY THIS

    Shares level progression, resource allocation and a challenging mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    Take up new tricky tasks and overcome dangerous challenges in Roads of Rome 2, an addictive game that successfully combines strategy and time management features!

    2015StrategyAdventureSimulation3.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Roads of Rome 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    Be brave and the good luck won't leave you, clear up your way and build roads, help the Romans get their prosperous and peaceful life back. Restore broken roads and settlements, save the Roman Empire from barbarian invasion!

    2015StrategyAdventureSimulation3.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Island Tribe

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Northern Tale 2.

    Another title from Qumaron, the studio behind Northern Tale 2. Shares Strategy and Adventure with Northern Tale 2.

    You find yourself on a mysterious island in the middle of the ocean inhabited by a forgotten tribe. The islanders lived a carefree and quiet life and everything seemed to be perfect…

    2015StrategyAdventureSimulation2.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Northern Tale 2

Does Northern Tale 2 run on Steam Deck?
Northern Tale 2 is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Northern Tale 2 cost?
Northern Tale 2 is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Who developed Northern Tale 2?
Northern Tale 2 was developed by Qumaron.

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