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Empires of a Tiny Universe is a relaxed single-player RTS where you build and expand your empire across space. Manage planetary infrastructure, develop new technologies for your fleet, and conquer the galaxy - all from a clear, minimalist perspective.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: Coming soon
Developer: Cactus Games
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Linux

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    79% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Victor Filipiak
    Windows

    Gewevo : Interstallar is a space strategy game derived from the tabletop RPG universe Gewevo. It offers an approach a little closer to a wargame with regard to the empire management aspect. Made with passion by a one-man team;)

    Why similar: 4X 39.4%, RTS 20.6%, Strategy 12.2%, War 7.4%, Futuristic 6.7%

  2. #2 Star Ruler 2
    77% matchVery Positive82% of 719 reviews2015
    Dev: Blind Mind Studios
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Massive scale 4X-RTS set in space. Control hundreds of planets, manipulate galactic politics, research numerous advanced technologies, and command thousands of units and hundreds of planets in your quest for galactic dominance.

    Why similar: 4X 46.9%, RTS 22.5%, Strategy 11.9%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 6.8%

  3. #3 StarDrive
    77% matchMixed45% of 1,482 reviews2013
    Dev: Zero Sum Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    Why similar: 4X 53%, RTS 17.5%, Strategy 12.7%, Space 11.1%, Sci-fi 5.2%

  4. #4 Empires Edge
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kaser Studio
    Windows

    Empires Edge is a 4X-lite strategy game about building a civilization on floating islands, inspired by the classic Tyrants: Fight Through Time (Mega Lo Mania). Lead your people, achieve technological breakthroughs, and conquer new territories as you forge an empire at the edge of the Universe.

    Why similar: 4X 42.4%, RTS 22.3%, Strategy 12.7%, Building 10.6%, Base Building 6.7%

  5. #5 Star Ruler
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 340 reviews2010
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    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%

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    72% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Kong Linghui
    Windows

    In this game, you are a leader, leading a force of army to fight other forces in the deep spaces. You will plunder their resources, build your homelands, explore and expand, managing your army both strategically and tactically. This will be a saga written with blood and fire.

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  7. #7 Tachyon Wars
    71% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2021
    Dev: Fair Games
    Windows

    Tachyon Wars is a sci-fi real-time space strategy game. It introduces seriously deep gameplay with an emphasis on fleet control. Open space to explore, large-scale battles, crafty AI. All of it is well seasoned with novel real-time game mechanics.

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    70% matchMixed64% of 230 reviews2023
    Dev: CasualogicPub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows

    This is the story about the beginning of the conquest of outer space by earthlings. It began as a global idea of saving mankind from hunger and lack of resources, and ended as a brutal and merciless war in space far from Earth.

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    70% matchVery Positive84% of 116 reviews2020
    Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    Well-received by gamers and critics alike, Legion Gold is the expanded and improved version of its predecessor, Legion, and includes not only the original Legion game but a hefty expansion pack too.

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  10. #10 Stellar Reach
    68% matchMostly Positive78% of 32 reviews2025
    Dev: Stelleas
    Windows

    Stellar Reach is a 4X hard sci-fi strategy game where you control a faction vying for dominance across a hostile galactic frontier. Guide your empire through conquest, prosperity, or industrial power as you advance through six distinct tech trees and forge your path to victory.

    Why similar: 4X 43.1%, RTS 14.9%, Futuristic 10.1%, Space 9%, Strategy 8.8%

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    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: PodPal Games
    Windows

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    Why similar: 4X 32.1%, RTS 26.1%, Strategy 15.8%, Space 14.5%, War 6.7%

  12. #12 Commanders Fury
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RoboFox Games LLC
    Windows

    Take command of the war machine of an empire in this 4x RTS hybrid. Fight battles with your flagship fleet in fully 3D real-time space combat. Recruit, train and dispatch commanders. Give them orders, directives and equip their fleets. Manage your empire’s supply logistics and fleet operations.

    Why similar: 4X 39.1%, RTS 23%, Space 9.8%, Strategy 8.4%, Futuristic 7.7%

  13. #13 Exogate Initiative
    66% matchMostly Positive76% of 698 reviews2025
    Dev: Xeno Bits
    Windows

    Build and manage mankind’s first mission across the universe! Create a sprawling facility underground, recruit a diverse group of specialists from around the globe and explore mysterious new worlds through the Exogate.

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  14. #14 Planeticus
    67% match8 user reviews13% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: Keshbel Games
    Windows

    Planeticus offers to conquer new planets in the company of friends or strangers. The essence of the game is to capture planets, manage resources, create as many of your own super planets as possible and generate space invaders.

    Why similar: 4X 44.4%, RTS 21.1%, Strategy 9.8%, Space 9.3%, Futuristic 6.8%

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    66% matchVery Positive85% of 831 reviews2023
    Dev: TholusPub: Yooreka Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%

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    64% matchVery Positive84% of 8,142 reviews2024
    Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.

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    66% matchVery Positive98% of 88 reviews2022
    Dev: Artful Games
    Windows

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    67% matchMixed68% of 525 reviews2014
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

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    66% matchVery Positive87% of 631 reviews2017
    Dev: Digital RealityPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%

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    Why similar: 4X 38.2%, Strategy 24.7%, RTS 23.1%, Space 14%

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    66% matchMixed55% of 20 reviews2018
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Why similar: 4X 45.4%, RTS 27.9%, Strategy 25.7%, Indie 1%

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    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%

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    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%

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    65% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: SavGus Studio
    Windows

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    65% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    64% matchMostly Negative39% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: FunPlus International AG
    Windows

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    65% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,101 reviews2016
    Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 102.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.

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    65% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: MAX GAME PTE. LTD.
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    64% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Marion
    Windows

    GalacticWargames is a 4X space war game where you explore, build, and fight to conquer the galaxy. Customize your ships, form alliances, and engage in epic battles. Ready to conquer the stars?

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  29. #29 Space Empires IV Deluxe
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 285 reviews2006
    Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 37%

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    64% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    64% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: LTide
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    66% matchMixed44% of 956 reviews2012
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    Windows
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    64% matchMixed58% of 24 reviews2021
    Dev: Magnus Muscle
    Windows

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    64% matchVery Positive81% of 9,553 reviews2012
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    63% matchMostly Positive72% of 46 reviews2023
    Dev: Moonroof Studios
    Windows

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    61% matchVery Positive91% of 550 reviews2024
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    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

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    Why similar: 4X 73.4%, Strategy 14.7%, Space 11.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  37. #37 Uciana
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Birdshel, LLC
    Windows

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    Why similar: 4X 59.6%, Strategy 18.4%, Space 8.8%, Sci-fi 7.3%, 2D 5.5%

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    62% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
    Dev: 8-Bit Productions, LLCPub: NMSE & Co LLC
    Windows · Mac

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    60% matchVery Positive85% of 217 reviews2025
    Dev: RainRingStudio
    Windows

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    Why similar: 4X 34.3%, RTS 20.6%, War 13.9%, Base Building 9.8%, Strategy 8.1%

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    63% matchVery Positive88% of 704 reviews2010
    Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.Pub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 28.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%

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    Why similar: 4X 65%, Strategy 16.8%, Space 11.2%, Sci-fi 6.9%, Singleplayer 0.2%

  41. #41 Aeons of Rebirth
    61% matchMixed65% of 40 reviews2025
    Dev: Short Scale
    Windows

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    62% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,829 reviews2019
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: RTS 36.8%, Aliens 20.4%, Strategy 11.8%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Space 8.2%

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    64% matchMostly Positive73% of 469 reviews2006
    Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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    62% matchNo user reviews
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    62% matchMixed41% of 37 reviews2023
    Dev: UAB Kinelija
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    61% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    62% matchMostly Positive70% of 6,259 reviews2015
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    Windows
    Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 54.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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    61% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    61% matchVery Positive91% of 9,116 reviews2017
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    Windows
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    64% matchMostly Negative20% of 395 reviews2014
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    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    61% matchNo user reviews
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    60% matchMixed50% of 36 reviews2024
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    62% matchMostly Positive77% of 809 reviews2011
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    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%

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    61% matchVery Positive90% of 435 reviews2016
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    59% matchVery Positive91% of 336 reviews2025
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    61% matchNo user reviews
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    60% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 薮羽制作组
    Windows

    在这款幻想题材的4X类型游戏中,您将扮演真龙天子,上承天命,下安黎民。打造一个四方来朝的盛世王朝。您将在此过程中体验朝代的更迭与传承,体验或真实或奇妙的事件,经受住时代的考验。每一次风云变幻都将让您感受到独特的民族魅力与文化。谨记,帝国只有一位真龙。

    Why similar: 4X 46.8%, RTS 25.2%, War 11.5%, Strategy 9.4%, Resource Management 3.5%

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