Best Dwarf games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated dwarf games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free dwarf games are available at the bottom of the page.
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SpellForce - Platinum Edition
Included in the Platinum Edition are three titles:SpellForce: The Order of DawnIn a world beyond imagination...In their immeasurable greed and constant thirst for power, the thirteen most powerful Mages of all time doomed the land, hurling it into an endless spiral of chaos and despair.
Drakensang
Drakensang is a third-person party-based RPG based on the pen & paper role-play rules of The Dark Eye. Drakensang is the first PC game for over 10 years to be based on Germany's most successful and popular role-play system. Drakensang builds on the pen & paper rules as applied in version 4.0.
Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate
Take part in a thrilling new adventure in the world of Ashan with the Hammers of Fate expansion. Discover uncharted territories and experience new ways of playing Heroes of Might & Magic V. Introducing a brand-new Dwarves faction, made up of heroic warriors and rune magic adepts who stalk the deepest mountains and most hostile regions of...
Sacred Gold
A shadow of evil has fallen on the kingdom of Ancaria. It is a time for champions - a time to journey into the perilous world of SACRED. Battle blood-thirsty orcs & lumbering ogres... Destroy undead wizards & rotting mummies... Slay hellish demons & legendary dragons.
Heroes of Annihilated Empires
Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles!
Disciples II: Rise of the Elves
The award-winning series Disciples introduced a milestone in the game's very successful history; the introduction of a new race: The Elves. The Elven Race added a new dimension to the game and added countless hours of gameplay. Now that series has expanded further with Disciples II: Rise Of The Elves.
Dungeon Siege II
It’s been a generation since you vanquished the evil that plagued the Land of Ehb, and now…a new menace has awakened. In Dungeon Siege II, the sequel to the best-selling RPG from Gas Powered Games, you will be called on to again wield sword and spell to save the world from a growing abomination many years in the making.Most played dwarf games on Steam
Take a look at the top dwarf games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.
1. Deep Rock Galactic
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves, 100% destructible environments, procedurally-generated caves, and endless hordes of alien monsters. Deep Rock Galactic is a dwarf, co-op and pve game developed by Ghost Ship Games and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. Released on May 13th 2020 has received 338,542 reviews of which 329,265 were positive and 9,277 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played dwarf game, thanks to its 5,181 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
329,265
9,277
5,181
players
2. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: SURVIVOR is a single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It's one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes! Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is a dwarf, action roguelike and bullet hell game developed by Funday Games and published by Ghost Ship Publishing. Released on February 14th 2024 has received 35,722 reviews of which 30,929 were positive and 4,793 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 1,973 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among dwarf games based on player count.
8.5
30,929
4,793
1,973
players
3. Dwarf Fortress
The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created. The legendary Dwarf Fortress is now on Steam. Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Dwarf Fortress is a dwarf, colony sim and strategy game developed by Bay 12 Games and published by Kitfox Games. Released on December 06th 2022 has received 28,235 reviews of which 26,807 were positive and 1,428 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 1,125 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among dwarf games based on player count.
9.3
26,807
1,428
1,125
players
4. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™
The only survival crafting game set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth™. Embark on an epic journey to reclaim the Dwarven homeland of Moria, and explore, craft, and build in procedurally generated worlds. Play as a solo adventurer, or join friends in co-op gameplay for up to 8 players. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™ is a open world survival craft, dwarf and base-building game developed by Free Range Games and published by North Beach Games. Released on August 27th 2024 has received 7,697 reviews of which 6,418 were positive and 1,279 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 1,109 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played dwarf games.
8.1
6,418
1,279
1,109
players
5. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine
Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine is a dwarf, simulation and software game developed and published by The DFHack Team. Released on April 13th 2023 has received 692 reviews of which 687 were positive and 5 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 260 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played dwarf games.
9.2
687
5
260
players
6. Craft The World
Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress.Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need. Craft The World is a colony sim, crafting and dwarf game developed by Dekovir Entertainment and published by Black Maple Games. Released on November 24th 2014 has received 15,833 reviews of which 14,017 were positive and 1,816 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 203 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played dwarf games.
8.6
14,017
1,816
203
players
7. Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot
Create your fully customizable army of dwarves and lead them to victory! Strategize with up to 10 individual beardlings in this combination of classic RPGs, roguelikes and auto-battlers. Forge your own path and decimate orcs, fight trolls or battle dragons - There will be Glory, Death and Loot! Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot is a early access, dwarf and auto battler game developed by ichbinhamma and published by Gamersky Games and INSTINCT3. Released on August 16th 2023 has received 1,568 reviews of which 1,278 were positive and 290 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 181 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played dwarf games.
7.8
1,278
290
181
players
8. Bronzebeard's Tavern
Bronzebeard's Tavern is a goofy and playful restaurant manager sim where 1-8 players can work as a team with multiplayer co-op. Fulfill a number of different roles, serve a diverse range of customers and cook up delicious dwarven cuisine. Bronzebeard's Tavern is a dwarf, multiplayer and simulation game developed and published by The Mermaid MenZ. Released on November 30th 2023 has received 4,996 reviews of which 4,708 were positive and 288 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 116 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played dwarf games.
9.1
4,708
288
116
players
9. Might and Magic: Heroes VII – Trial by Fire
Five years after the epic events of Might & Magic Heroes VII, lead the new Fortress faction to define the destiny of the Dwarves and shed light on some of the darkest chapters of their history. Might and Magic: Heroes VII – Trial by Fire is a strategy, rpg and dwarf game developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Ubisoft. Released on August 04th 2016 has received 1,561 reviews of which 1,028 were positive and 533 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played dwarf games.
6.4
1,028
533
83
players
10. Dwarven Realms
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience. Dwarven Realms is a action rpg, hack and slash and dwarf game developed and published by Crater Studios. Released on September 27th 2024 has received 3,028 reviews of which 2,550 were positive and 478 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played dwarf games.
8.1
2,550
478
64
players
Best deals on dwarf games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of dwarf games available on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted dwarf games.
1. We Are The Dwarves
We Are The Dwarves is a real-time tactical adventure where you take control of three Dwarven astronauts and lead them through the hordes of enemies in the depths of their Universe. We Are The Dwarves is a indie, adventure and action game developed and published by Whale Rock Games. Released on February 25th 2016 has received 1,314 reviews of which 891 were positive and 423 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for dwarf category.
6.6
891
423
-97%
43.00€
1.29€
2. Disciples Sacred Lands Gold
Disciples GOLD takes the phenomenal gameplay, stunning graphics, over 100 spells and a powerful scenario editor of Disciples and adds new scenarios and gameplay features that set the new standard in Turn-Based Strategy. Disciples Sacred Lands Gold is a strategy, turn-based and fantasy game developed and published by Strategy First. Released on October 07th 2014 has received 377 reviews of which 322 were positive and 55 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in dwarf games.
8.0
322
55
-80%
4.99€
0.99€
3. Craft The World
Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress.Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need. Craft The World is a colony sim, crafting and dwarf game developed by Dekovir Entertainment and published by Black Maple Games. Released on November 24th 2014 has received 15,833 reviews of which 14,017 were positive and 1,816 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 79% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in dwarf games.
8.6
14,017
1,816
-79%
18.29€
3.84€
4. Heroes of Annihilated Empires
Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles! Heroes of Annihilated Empires is a strategy, rts and fantasy game developed and published by GSC Game World. Released on November 22nd 2006 has received 721 reviews of which 616 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 76% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.1
616
105
-76%
7.96€
1.91€
5. Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate
Take part in a thrilling new adventure in the world of Ashan with the Hammers of Fate expansion. Discover uncharted territories and experience new ways of playing Heroes of Might & Magic V. Introducing a brand-new Dwarves faction, made up of heroic warriors and rune magic adepts who stalk the deepest mountains and most hostile regions of... Heroes of Might & Magic V: Hammers of Fate is a strategy, dwarf and turn-based strategy game developed by Nival and published by Ubisoft. Released on October 10th 2008 has received 342 reviews of which 293 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.0
293
49
-75%
9.99€
2.49€
6. Might and Magic: Heroes VII – Trial by Fire
Five years after the epic events of Might & Magic Heroes VII, lead the new Fortress faction to define the destiny of the Dwarves and shed light on some of the darkest chapters of their history. Might and Magic: Heroes VII – Trial by Fire is a strategy, rpg and dwarf game developed by Limbic Entertainment and published by Ubisoft. Released on August 04th 2016 has received 1,561 reviews of which 1,028 were positive and 533 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
6.4
1,028
533
-75%
29.99€
7.49€
7. Lords of Magic: Special Edition
Urak, once peaceful, is now a land of darkness, chaos and death. The people yearn for a champion to drive away the forces of evil. That champion is you. Lords of Magic: Special Edition is a strategy, rpg and dwarf game developed by Impressions Games and published by Rebellion. Released on December 03rd 2015 has received 497 reviews of which 460 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 67% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.6
460
37
-67%
5.03€
1.66€
8. BORE BLASTERS
Blast through rocks with your machine gun drill. Collect rare gems, ores and ancient artefacts, upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Uncover the mysteries of the deep and the dangers that lurk below. BORE BLASTERS is a dwarf, mining and exploration game developed and published by 8BitSkull. Released on March 08th 2024 has received 643 reviews of which 528 were positive and 115 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
7.8
528
115
-50%
8.99€
4.49€
9. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™
The only survival crafting game set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth™. Embark on an epic journey to reclaim the Dwarven homeland of Moria, and explore, craft, and build in procedurally generated worlds. Play as a solo adventurer, or join friends in co-op gameplay for up to 8 players. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™ is a open world survival craft, dwarf and base-building game developed by Free Range Games and published by North Beach Games. Released on August 27th 2024 has received 7,697 reviews of which 6,418 were positive and 1,279 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a 36% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.1
6,418
1,279
-36%
24.50€
15.68€
10. Dwarven Realms
Face massive hordes of mobs and unleash chaotic abilities that paint the screen with mayhem. Dive into the largest mob density of any 3D ARPG and slay them all. Wield epic powers, create your build, and shape a world of endless possibilities in the action-packed ARPG experience. Dwarven Realms is a action rpg, hack and slash and dwarf game developed and published by Crater Studios. Released on September 27th 2024 has received 3,028 reviews of which 2,550 were positive and 478 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a 35% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for dwarf games.
8.1
2,550
478
-35%
9.75€
6.33€
Free dwarf games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play dwarf games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play dwarf games.
1. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine
Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine is a dwarf, simulation and software game developed and published by The DFHack Team. Released on April 13th 2023 has received 692 reviews of which 687 were positive and 5 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 260 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free dwarf games on Steam.
9.2
687
5
260
players
2. Bronzebeard's Tavern
Bronzebeard's Tavern is a goofy and playful restaurant manager sim where 1-8 players can work as a team with multiplayer co-op. Fulfill a number of different roles, serve a diverse range of customers and cook up delicious dwarven cuisine. Bronzebeard's Tavern is a dwarf, multiplayer and simulation game developed and published by The Mermaid MenZ. Released on November 30th 2023 has received 4,996 reviews of which 4,708 were positive and 288 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 116, this dwarf game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free dwarf games on Steam.
9.1
4,708
288
116
players
3. Cave Crawlers
Cave Crawlers is a 1-10 player rogue lite set deep underground in a system of randomly generated caves. Players use weapons, spells, and talents to defeat the unique bosses and enemies found in each biome. Cave Crawlers is a early access, dwarf and rpg game developed and published by Heroic Pyxel LLC. Released on July 10th 2023 has received 2,781 reviews of which 2,602 were positive and 179 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free dwarf games on Steam.
9.0
2,602
179
48
players
4. Dwarfs - F2P
Dwarfs!? is an addictive, fast paced arcade-like experience, with plenty of difficulty levels and game modes, in the tradition of great games such as “Lemmings” and “Dwarf Fortress”. Dwarfs - F2P is a free to play, strategy and dwarf game developed by Power of 2 and published by Tripwire Interactive. Released on October 18th 2012 has received 1,692 reviews of which 1,444 were positive and 248 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free dwarf games on Steam.
8.2
1,444
248
1
players