Best Medieval

Crusader Kings III is a grand strategy role-playing game where you guide a medieval dynasty through centuries of intrigue, warfare, and diplomacy. The games core mechanic revolves around character rel...

Perhaps the most iconic film in Scandinavian history, this Bergman classic follows a medieval knight returning from the Crusades to find his homeland ravaged by the Black Death. He challenges Death to...

Set during Christmas 1183, this film depicts the intense, razor-sharp power struggle between King Henry II of England and his estranged wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, as they maneuver to decide which of...

Windsor Castle, located in Berkshire, England, is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. Dating back to the 11th century, it has served as a royal residence for over 900 years and remain...

Nicolas E. Ouellets *Between Two Fires* offers a unique blend of historical fiction and dark fantasy set during the Black Death. It follows a disgraced priest who must escort a young boy believed to b...

Dante Alighieri is the architect of the Italian language and the author of the 'Divine Comedy,' one of the greatest achievements in world literature. His work is a monumental synthesis of theology, ph...

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord is a sandbox action RPG and strategy game set in a medieval world. Players can rise from a humble mercenary to a powerful lord, commanding armies and conquering territorie...

Medieval Dynasty is a first-person survival and village-building game set in medieval Europe. Players start as a lone wanderer and must build a life for themselves, crafting tools, farming land, and c...

The 10269 Medieval Castle is a sprawling and impressive recreation of a classic medieval fortress. It features intricate details, including a working drawbridge, gatehouse, and towers. The set inclu...

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a stunning remaster of a beloved classic. It retains the core gameplay of building a civilization from the Dark Age through the Imperial Age, gathering resourc...

Kingdoms of Valor is a return to form for the real-time strategy genre. Focusing on large-scale medieval warfare, it tasks players with building thriving kingdoms and commanding massive armies. The ga...

The Pillars of the Earth, based on Ken Follett's novel, depicts the construction of a cathedral in 12th-century England. The series explores the political and social conflicts surrounding the project,...

The Great is a satirical and irreverent comedy series loosely based on the life of Catherine the Great. The shows witty writing, absurd situations, and Elle Fannings captivating performance as Catheri...

Monschau, located in the Eifel region of Germany, is a picturesque town characterized by its half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and a stunning castle overlooking the valley. The Rur River wind...

This 1994 film is a darkly comedic take on divorce, following a wealthy couple whose bitter separation escalates into a destructive and increasingly violent battle for their possessions. Michael Dougl...

Manor Lords is a stunning medieval city-builder that incorporates organic city planning and large-scale tactical battles. Unlike traditional grid-based builders, it allows for free-form construction,...

David Michôd's 'The King' is a gritty and visceral adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2.' Timothée Chalamet portrays a young and reluctant King Henry V as he navigates the treacherous wo...

Robin Hood is a gritty, grounded reimagining of the classic legend. Scott attempts to provide a realistic origin story for the character, focusing on the political turmoil of 12th-century England. Whi...

Banished is a classic survival-city-builder that set the standard for the genre. You lead a group of exiled travelers to start a new life in a harsh, unforgiving wilderness. The game focuses on resour...

Umberto Eco's 'The Name of the Rose' is a historical mystery novel, exceeding 500 pages (often published in extended editions over 1000). Set in a 14th-century Italian monastery, it follows a Francisc...

Hildegard von Bingen was a 12th-century German Benedictine abbess, writer, philosopher, and composer. She is one of the earliest known composers in Western history with a significant surviving output...

Ralph Bakshi's 'Dragonslayer' is a gritty and visually striking dark fantasy film. The film follows a young apprentice wizard who must slay a fearsome dragon terrorizing a medieval kingdom. The films...

Age of Empires IV successfully modernizes the classic RTS formula while retaining the soul of the original series. It features distinct civilizations that play very differently, a robust campaign mode...

Gloria Victis is a medieval sandbox MMORPG focused on territory control and player-driven conflict. The Steam Deck version offers a unique opportunity to experience this immersive world on the go. The...

Army of Darkness takes the character of Ash Williams from the Evil Dead series and drops him into the Middle Ages. It is a full-blown fantasy-adventure comedy that leans even further into slapstick an...

House of the Dragon, a prequel to Game of Thrones, delivers a compelling narrative centered on the Targaryen dynasty's civil war. The series features impressive visual effects, particularly the dragon...

Noah Gordon's 'The Physician' is a historical fiction novel, typically exceeding 1000 pages, following Rob Cole's journey to study medicine in 11th-century Persia. The novel offers a detailed and imme...

The 10266 Medieval Marketplace is a vibrant and detailed recreation of a bustling medieval town square. It features a variety of stalls, buildings, and minifigures, creating a lively and immersive sce...

Castelo de Guimarães, a historic castle in northern Portugal, is considered the birthplace of the nation. Built in the 10th century, it played a crucial role in the formation of Portugal as an indepen...