Whether it's building a kingdom from scratch out of nothing but the sweat on a peasant's back or managing a centuries-old dynasty, there are plenty of great games that let gamers manage their very own kingdom. Unlike many strategy games that cast you as a god-like figure looking down from above, this one casts you as a physical being who lives on Calradia. Related Every Total War Game, Ranked The Total War franchise's legacy is studded with iconic strategy games. In the game, players take control of any region on the map, and they are free to do what they wish. Crusader Kings 3 offers near-total freedom, making it one of the best kingdom management games for players looking to be let loose in a sandbox and make their own fun.