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Chivalry: Medieval Warfare
Chivalry: Medieval WarfareFast-paced medieval melee combat for teams and duels
War of the Roses
War of the RosesFight for the throne in brutal, historically‑inspired melee combat
Overview
Description

Chivalry: Medieval Warfare drops modern firearms for swords, axes, and shields, delivering intense, skill‑based melee battles across historic battlefields. Players can raid villages, siege castles, or fight in gladiatorial arenas in a variety of multiplayer modes. The game blends tactical blocking, counter‑attacks, and chaotic combat, offering both cooperative and competitive experiences for fans of historical warfare and hack‑and‑slash action.

War of the Roses drops players into the chaotic battles of 15th‑century England, where swords, axes and pistols clash in fast‑paced, skill‑driven combat. With a focus on realistic weapon handling and tactical positioning, the game delivers intense duels and large‑scale multiplayer skirmishes that feel both cinematic and gritty. The game offers a deep progression system, allowing players to customize their fighters with period‑accurate armor and weapons, while the multiplayer modes let you lead a squad or go solo in historically themed arenas. Whether you prefer one‑on‑one duels or chaotic team battles, War of the Roses provides a visceral experience for fans of action‑packed historical combat.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Hack & Slash
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of tactical medieval melee
Historical melee combat fans
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Torn Banner Studios
Fatshark
publisher
Lace Mamba Global, Activision, Torn Banner Studios
Paradox Interactive
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
ESRB M
multiplayer
Multiplayer, Co-operative
Multiplayer
critic score
72/100
79/100+10%
General
release date
2012-10-16
2012-10-02
msrp
—
$29.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep melee combat system
  • Varied historical environments
  • Strong multiplayer variety
  • Responsive controls
  • Deep weapon variety with realistic handling
  • Strong emphasis on skill over RNG
  • Rich historical atmosphere and accurate armor designs
  • Robust multiplayer modes for team play
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited single‑player content
  • Occasional matchmaking latency
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited single‑player content beyond tutorials
  • Occasional matchmaking latency issues
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
0
0
User rating
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

Both games offer deep, historically‑inspired melee combat with steep learning curves and limited single‑player, but War of the Roses scores higher critically and offers more weapon variety.

Key differences

  • •War of the Roses has over 30 distinct weapons with unique swing arcs; Chivalry’s weapon list is unspecified.
  • •War of the Roses critic score 79 vs Chivalry 72, indicating stronger reviews.
  • •Chivalry supports up to 32 players on dedicated servers; War of the Roses caps at 16.
  • •War of the Roses provides a detailed tutorial on historical techniques; Chivalry’s tutorial depth is not mentioned.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

War of the Roses offers more weapon variety and a stamina system, enhancing tactical depth.

War of the Roses

Platform availability

Both are listed as available on all major platforms; specific platforms not detailed.

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Price & value

War of the Roses MSRP $29.99; Chivalry price not specified, making B the clearer value.

War of the Roses

Multiplayer / co‑op

Chivalry supports up to 32 players and local co‑op; War of the Roses maxes at 16.

Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

Content & replayability

Chivalry includes varied historical environments and dynamic destructible terrain, adding replay scenarios.

Chivalry: Medieval Warfare

Difficulty & accessibility

Both note steep learning curves and limited single‑player; no differentiating data.

Tie

Graphics & performance

No graphics or performance metrics provided for either title.

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Choose Chivalry: Medieval Warfare if…

Players who prioritize large‑scale battles and local co‑op.

Choose War of the Roses if…

Players who want more weapons, higher critical acclaim, and a structured tutorial.

Common questions

Which game has a higher critic rating?

War of the Roses has a critic score of 79/100; Chivalry has 72/100.

What is the maximum number of players supported?

Chivalry supports up to 32 players; War of the Roses supports up to 16.

Is the price known for both games?

War of the Roses MSRP is $29.99; Chivalry's price is not specified in the provided data.