- #1 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,375 reviews2019
Dev: Mi-Clos StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A Turn-based Strategy game in a futuristic global cold war from the award-winning creators of Out There. Recruit a squad of special agents and run your intel agency to secure the control of the singularity.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.2% ★, Politics 23.8% ★, Political 17.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on espionage, agent management, and global technological theft in a tense Cold War setting.
- #2 Secret Government
96% matchMixed53% of 298 reviews2021
Dev: GameTrekPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Global strategy game about secret societies. You’ll lead the Brotherhood - an organization that juggles the whole world. The key feature of the game is the manipulation of powers. Instead of giving direct orders, the Brotherhood provokes countries into doing what the Brothers want.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.2% ★, Politics 20.9% ★, Political 20.2% ★, Political Sim 19.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Allows you to control a secret society that manipulates world events and governments from the shadows.
- #3 The Shadow Government Simulator
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 107 reviews2022
Dev: Chupacabra Game StudiosPub: Games Incubator
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based strategy game where you lead a secret society towards world domination. Investigate the influential and convert them to your faction via bribery, seduction and intimidation. Reshape society's power structures to fend off rival societies and the world's nations in your quest for power.
Why similar: Political Sim 21.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.5% ★, Political 20.4% ★, Politics 19.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8%
Why You'll Like It: Centers on subverting nations through propaganda, coups, and internal destabilization rather than direct military force.
- #4 Terra Invicta
94% matchVery Positive81% of 9,023 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.3% ★, 4X 26% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, RTS 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep global geopolitical control where you manage a shadow organization to influence nations and fight for the future of Earth.
- #5 Realpolitiks II
95% matchMixed46% of 666 reviews2021
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lead your people to glory and write a new chapter of history in Realpolitiks II, a real-time grand strategy game where you lead any contemporary nation in an attempt to secure world dominance.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.7% ★, Political Sim 24.2% ★, Politics 19.2% ★, Political 16.6% ★, Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a comprehensive modern geopolitical simulation where you manage diplomacy, espionage, and military operations.
- #6 Rogue State Revolution
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 531 reviews2021
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.Pub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Greetings your Excellency. Time to rebuild, reform and prepare for new challenges in the People's Republic of Basenji. In this thrilling political strategy, you will appoint ministers and lead the country to success. Be careful — you may find yourself replaced in the next election.
Why similar: 4X 22.9% ★, Diplomacy 21.1% ★, Political 20.3% ★, Grand Strategy 17.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines geopolitical management with the need to balance internal stability and international relations through unconventional means.
- #7 Democracy 4
93% matchVery Positive82% of 6,264 reviews2022
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Democracy 4 lets you take the role of President / Prime minister, govern the country (choosing its policies, laws and other actions), and both transform the country as you see fit, while trying to retain enough popularity to get re-elected...
Why similar: Politics 20.6% ★, Diplomacy 20.2% ★, Political Sim 19.2% ★, Political 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the complex political simulation aspect of leading a nation and managing public policy and unrest.
- #8 Supreme Ruler 2030
92% matchMixed64% of 536 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Political 17.9% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Grand Strategy 15.5% ★, Politics 13.2% ★, Wargame 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a detailed modern wargame experience with a heavy emphasis on diplomacy and military logistics.
- #9 Dummynation
91% matchVery Positive88% of 2,951 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 36.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Geopolitical management game with real-time shifting borders and a streamlined gameplay, designed to minimize all burdensome chores while allowing an absolute strategic control, from military recruitment and deployment, to diplomatic and economic management.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.3% ★, Grand Strategy 22.5% ★, RTS 14.5%, Political Sim 11% ★, Politics 10.7% ★
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that emphasizes military expansion and political maneuvering on a global scale.
- #10 Phantom Doctrine
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,637 reviews2018
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.
Why similar: Strategy 38.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 36.4%, Multiplayer 18.3%, Singleplayer 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical espionage game that perfectly captures the Cold War atmosphere of surveillance, sabotage, and secret operations.
- #11 Precipice
90% matchVery Positive80% of 323 reviews2019
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A game of diplomacy and war in the atomic age. Safeguard your closest allies and change unfavorable regimes without giving away your long-term ambitions. Every action risks an enemy reprisal, and if nobody backs down from a standoff, we all lose.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23% ★, Political Sim 22% ★, Politics 19.3% ★, 4X 13.2% ★, Strategy 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A Cold War strategy game that focuses on the delicate balance of diplomacy and the threat of nuclear escalation.
- #12 Lawgivers II
89% matchMixed70% of 641 reviews2023
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lawgivers II is a political sandbox game that features multiple electoral systems, approve/reject bills and govern a country. Start out your career from the very bottom, and perhaps one day, lead your nation to become the most influential in the world.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.3% ★, Politics 20.8% ★, Political Sim 19.7% ★, Grand Strategy 13.1% ★, Co-op 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A deep political sandbox that allows you to influence legislation and political parties to shape a country's future.
- #13 Suzerain
88% matchVery Positive93% of 11,092 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?
Why similar: Political 33.7% ★, Politics 32.4% ★, Political Sim 32.2% ★, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven political simulator that forces you to make difficult choices about your nation's ideology and foreign policy.
- #14 Realpolitiks
89% matchMixed62% of 1,232 reviews2017
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Become the leader of any contemporary country in this streamlined real-time grand strategy game. Use diplomacy, espionage, military and economic power to deal with other nations, while tackling issues such as terrorism, financial crises and medical epidemics, all in an effort to achieve global domination!
Why similar: Diplomacy 32.5% ★, Political Sim 20.6% ★, Politics 20.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18% ★, Strategy 7%
Why You'll Like It: The original title in the series that established the foundation for modern political grand strategy.
- #15 World Warfare & Economics
86% matchMixed63% of 666 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: 4X 16.1% ★, Diplomacy 15.4% ★, Political Sim 13.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Political 11.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that balances military action with complex economic and political systems.
- #16 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
87% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,248 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Real-Time Strategy/Wargame. From World War II through the Cold War and into the future, re-live or re-imagine the tensions and crises of our recent history! Guide your nation through the era of your choice in Campaigns, Scenarios, and Sandboxes, as you make every effort to become Supreme Ruler!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.5% ★, Wargame 18.1%, RTS 17.6%, Political Sim 17.1% ★, Politics 14% ★
Why You'll Like It: A massive wargame that covers historical and modern scenarios with a focus on total nation management.
- #17 ICBM
86% matchVery Positive92% of 1,897 reviews2020
Dev: SoftWarWarePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
ICBM is a real-time strategy game of nuclear destruction. Research new technologies, build up your nuclear stockpile and use a combination of ships, planes and missiles to strike at the heart of your opponents’ cities while keeping your population safe from harm.
Why similar: RTS 55.1%, Political 33.7% ★, Strategy 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A real-time global strategy game focused on nuclear warfare, espionage, and technological research.
- #18 Trade Conquest
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: GrandPaw Games
Windows
Rise from a cunning strategist to a powerful ruler. Master economic warfare, manipulate global events, and build industries or armies to conquer the world. Every decision in this modern Grand Strategy game shapes your ascent to power—will you rise through wealth or force?
Why similar: Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Political Sim 12.9% ★, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Politics 12.8% ★, 4X 11.6% ★
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the economic side of global strategy, where trade and resource management dictate political power.
- #19 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
85% matchMixed59% of 961 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.
Why similar: 4X 21.1% ★, Political Sim 16.5% ★, Grand Strategy 16.1% ★, Wargame 12.2%, RTS 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A highly detailed geopolitical simulator that allows for extensive control over a nation's internal and external affairs.
- #20 Hearts of Iron IV
82% matchVery Positive90% of 360,411 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 292.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.8% ★, Diplomacy 22.6% ★, RTS 13.1%, Strategy 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for grand strategy, offering unparalleled depth in military and political management during global conflict.
- #21 DEFCON
84% matchVery Positive87% of 4,287 reviews2006
Dev: Introversion Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Inspired by the 1983 cult classic film, Wargames, DEFCON superbly evokes the tension, paranoia and suspicion of the Cold War era, playing on the fascinating aspects of psychological gameplay that occur during strategic nuclear warfare.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.9% ★, Wargame 18.8%, RTS 17.6%, Co-op 12.1%, Multiplayer 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Simulates global thermonuclear war with a focus on strategic positioning and the cold calculation of total destruction.
- #22 Crisis in the Kremlin
83% matchVery Positive84% of 1,444 reviews2017
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Don’t let the Soviet Union collapse, and fall in the darkness of history or lead the Union by a new path – democracy and free market! But before you decide something, think – wouldn’t it cause more harm than good?
Why similar: Political Sim 41% ★, Diplomacy 14.6% ★, Politics 12.4% ★, Political 10.4% ★, Grand Strategy 10.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: A political management game where you must navigate the collapse of the Soviet Union through economic and social policy.
- #23 Orwell: Keeping an Eye On You
82% matchVery Positive90% of 15,333 reviews2016
Dev: Osmotic StudiosPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Big Brother has arrived - and it’s you. Investigate the lives of citizens to find those responsible for a series of terror attacks. Information from the internet, personal communications and private files are all accessible to you. But, be warned, the information you supply will have consequences.
Why similar: Political Sim 49.1% ★, Hacking 18.5% ★, Politics 14.6% ★, Political 14% ★, Simulation 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: Centers on surveillance and data theft, allowing you to manipulate the lives of citizens to maintain state security.
- #24 Invisible, Inc.
81% matchVery Positive91% of 5,719 reviews2015
Dev: Klei Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 44.3%, Strategy 36%, Simulation 13.8%, Singleplayer 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical espionage game where hacking and stealth are essential to completing high-stakes corporate infiltration missions.
- #25 Hacknet
81% matchVery Positive94% of 25,824 reviews2015
Dev: Team Fractal AlligatorPub: Fellow Traveller
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Hacknet is an immersive, terminal-based hacking simulator for PC. Dive down a rabbit hoIe as you follow the instructions of a recently deceased hacker, whose death may not have been the accident the media reports.
Why similar: Hacking 97% ★, Simulation 1.7%, 2D 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on the hacking and data theft mechanics that are a core component of 4th Generation Warfare.
- #26 AfterWar
80% matchMostly Positive73% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political 19.1% ★, Political Sim 15.5% ★, Politics 15.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.3% ★, Diplomacy 15.2% ★
Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that explores the reconstruction and management of a nation following a global conflict.
- #27 Carrier Command 2
79% matchVery Positive82% of 3,658 reviews2021
Dev: GeometaPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.5% ★, RTS 27%, Wargame 26.5%, Strategy 7%, Simulation 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that emphasizes the management of military assets and logistics in a high-stakes maritime environment.
- #28 Not Tonight
78% matchVery Positive83% of 2,674 reviews2018
Dev: PanicBarnPub: No More Robots
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Person of European Heritage #112: Welcome to Relocation Block B, your new home. Your designated role is 'Bouncer'. Work hard, stay out of trouble, and we might let you stay in the UK.
Why similar: Political 52.8% ★, Politics 35.9% ★, Simulation 8.5%, 2D 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dystopian management game that explores the political consequences of a divided society and strict state control.
- #29 Uplink
79% matchVery Positive91% of 2,406 reviews2006
Dev: Introversion Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Uplink lets you play as a freelance hacker tackling risky contracts for corporations. Break into systems, steal data, sabotage rivals, and upgrade your gear. Support factions or go rogue in this immersive, strategy-driven hacking simulation game where your choices shape the outcome.
Why similar: Hacking 81.5% ★, Strategy 8.1%, Simulation 4.9%, 2D 3.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic hacking simulator that captures the thrill of infiltrating secure systems and stealing sensitive data.
- #30 Headliner: NoviNews
78% matchVery Positive89% of 806 reviews2018
Dev: Unbound Creations
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Award-winning adventure where you control the news and its impact on society, your friends and career. Different choices lead to unique combinations of endings. Share your story with the community, and see what the players before you did.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.2% ★, Political 31.8% ★, Politics 29.9% ★, Simulation 2.9%, 2D 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the power of media manipulation to influence public opinion and political outcomes.
- #31 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
76% matchMixed49% of 196 reviews2025
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The latest expansion of the ultra-realistic world simulator, where you play as the head of state or the opposition! New Features: tourism simulator, party strategies with regime censures, personal wealth management, a European army, AI and robotics.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Political Sim 18.2% ★, Wargame 14%, RTS 13.5%, Political 12.5% ★
- #32 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
77% matchMixed62% of 849 reviews2020
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new version of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Stop the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and restart the economy, participate in the US elections or engage in lightning wars with new 2020 scenarios.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.6% ★, Political Sim 21.2% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Wargame 15%, Strategy 4.3%
- #33 SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,805 reviews2018
Dev: Dorado Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.3% ★, Grand Strategy 21.3% ★, Wargame 19.6%, Politics 17.1% ★, RTS 12.5%
- #34 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
73% matchVery Positive82% of 645 reviews2025
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 27.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Crisis in the Kremlin is a global real-time political strategy about the Socialist world in its final decade. Shape the fate of the world as you manage economy, foreign relations, and domestic policy. Engage with countries across the globe, using diplomacy or even proxy wars to expand your reach.
Why similar: Politics 20.7% ★, Political Sim 19.9% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Political 17% ★, Grand Strategy 16.4% ★
- #35 Lawgivers
75% matchVery Positive82% of 414 reviews2020
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Lawgivers is a turn-based political simulation game. Run for elections with your own party and enter parliament to approve or abolish laws. Appoint the president and decide whether you want a democracy or just a fake one instead.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.3% ★, Political Sim 19.4% ★, Politics 19.4% ★, Political 18.1% ★, Grand Strategy 10.7% ★
- #36 Power & Revolution
77% matchMixed56% of 1,294 reviews2016
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
In Power & Revolution, become a Head of State of one or several countries of your choice and extend your influence on the world, or play as a legal or illegal opposition leader and get ready for the conquest to power!
Why similar: Political Sim 36.4% ★, Politics 29.6% ★, Political 13.5% ★, Grand Strategy 10.6% ★, Strategy 5.6%
- #37 Kiloton
72% matchVery Positive97% of 105 reviews2025
Dev: Jack MorehartPub: spacemann's games
Windows · Mac
A sardonic take on nationalism and the Cold War though a minimalist and fast paced RTS. Scheme your way through a highly replayable campaign, or conduct some "diplomacy" on your "friends" in multiplayer.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.4% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Wargame 18%, RTS 16.6%, Political Sim 8.7% ★
- #38 Age of History II
73% matchVery Positive90% of 49,233 reviews2018
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows
Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 61.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Age of History II is a grand strategy wargame that is simple to learn yet hard to master.Your objective is to use military tactics and cunning diplomacy to either unify the world, or conquer it.Will the world bleed out or bow before you? The choice is yours..
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.3% ★, Diplomacy 16.4% ★, Political Sim 15.4% ★, Political 13.1% ★, Politics 11.8% ★
- #39 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
74% matchMostly Negative39% of 279 reviews2025
Dev: JujubeePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prove your political brilliance in a grand strategy like no other: pick any contemporary country, set up your government and navigate the pitfalls of domestic and international politics. A glorious destiny awaits - the domination of not just the Earth, but the whole Solar system!
Why similar: Political 19.1% ★, Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, Diplomacy 17.5% ★, Politics 15.1% ★, 4X 9.5% ★
- #40 Nations
72% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: Krzysztof SteinerPub: Krzysztof Steiner Games
Windows
Select an era, a nation and lead it to greatness or decay. Develop the economy and society, or focus on military and territorial expansion. In Nations you can rule your people for centuries – from ancient times to the modern day and beyond. You shape your state, history and map of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, RTS 18.2%, Political Sim 17.1% ★, Wargame 16.5%
- #41 POWER
75% matchMixed57% of 113 reviews2020
Dev: Oppressive Games
Windows
Power is a global political and economic simulation game where you can play as a powerful politician or businessman in a number of detailed countries. Starting from nothing, you can seize the highest offices in the land through free and fair elections, or dirty tricks and deals.
Why similar: Diplomacy 32.7% ★, Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Political 15.2% ★, Politics 13.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
- #42 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,834 reviews2014
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 86.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
SuperPower 2 is the only global geopolitical simulation game which allows players to control entire countries. Players control countries in 3 major areas: political, economic and military, but this time, in a beautiful real-time 3D environment.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.6% ★, Politics 25.9% ★, Grand Strategy 20.8% ★, Strategy 6.2%, Simulation 4.3%
- #43 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
71% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A Giant Strategy Sandbox experience set in Warlord China. *Tons of playable factions! *Communist insurgents, * Boxers like rebels, *Greedy warlords, *Mongol riders, *A mad russian baron, *Shanghai gangsters, *And armored trains!
Why similar: 4X 18.1% ★, Diplomacy 16% ★, Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, Political Sim 12.3% ★, Political 11.9% ★
- #44 Warnament
69% matchVery Positive87% of 367 reviews2025
Dev: Luden.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based grand strategy game, simple for newbies yet challenging for masters. As the leader of a nation, you will conquer territories and advance in military, technology, culture, or politics. Choose from historical scenarios or create your own with an editor.
Why similar: Diplomacy 20.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Political 18.9% ★, Politics 18% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.3%
- #45 Ara History Untold: Anniversary Edition
69% matchMixed70% of 2,201 reviews2024
Dev: Oxide GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history.
Why similar: 4X 32.1% ★, Diplomacy 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 23.2% ★, Resource Management 6.6%, Strategy 4.7%
- #46 First Strike
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,985 reviews2017
Dev: Blindflug Studios AG
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
FIRST STRIKE is a fast paced real time strategy game where you play one of the twelve biggest nuclear superpowers of the world – from known superpowers like the USA to an upstart hellraiser like North Korea – and try to be the last one remaining when the whole world blows to smithereens.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.2% ★, Political 19.3% ★, RTS 17.8%, Wargame 17%, Multiplayer 5.8%
- #47 Great Houses of Calderia
70% matchMixed61% of 418 reviews2024
Dev: Resistance GamesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Great Houses of Calderia is a Feudal Grand Strategy game focusing on family dynamics & stories. Use your family strengths to compete against rivals to rise in the ranks of Calderia - produce, trade, scheme, bribe, and battle to build your legacy of power!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.2% ★, Political 22% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, 4X 14.2% ★, RTS 8.2%
- #48 Age of History 3
67% matchVery Positive85% of 17,231 reviews2024
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 36.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Grand strategy wargame where the destiny of Civilizations rests in your hands - will they stand united under your leadership or fall divided in conflict? Journey through the entire saga of human civilization, from its earliest days to the futuristic era, crafting your legacy age by age.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.1% ★, Grand Strategy 24% ★, Wargame 22.6%, RTS 17.1%, Strategy 4.6%
- #49 Geo-Political Simulator 5
71% matchMostly Negative34% of 690 reviews2024
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The new 5th edition of the hyperrealistic global simulator game where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition or the president of a large multinational company, with a completely redesigned interface, a new ultra-detailed map, complete control of companies and new scenarios for 2024.
Why similar: Political Sim 18% ★, Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Political 14.6% ★, Wargame 14.2%, RTS 13.8%
- #50 Evil Democracy: 1932
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 471 reviews2020
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
In the unique world of this political simulator, you travel to Europe, 1932-1935, to become the party leader in one of the following countries: Germany, France, or England. You have a real chance to become the winner of WWII even before it begins...
Why similar: Politics 38.3% ★, Political 30.7% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Simulation 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.9%
- #51 Rebel Inc: Escalation
68% matchVery Positive82% of 7,070 reviews2021
Dev: Ndemic CreationsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30% ★, Grand Strategy 24.4% ★, RTS 17%, Co-op 8%, Multiplayer 6.4%
- #52 US and THEM
73% matchMostly Negative34% of 109 reviews2014
Dev: Icehole GamesPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lead the CIA or KGB in a turn-based global strategy. Influence nations, run covert ops, and win the Cold War without firing a shot.
Why similar: Political 18.4% ★, Diplomacy 15.1% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Politics 11.4% ★, Wargame 10.7%
- #53 Europa Universalis IV
67% matchVery Positive88% of 135,916 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 279.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.3% ★, 4X 19.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18.4% ★, Political 16.4% ★, Wargame 12.4%
- #54 Revival: Recolonization
68% matchMixed69% of 424 reviews2024
Dev: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Set in a post-apoc version of Earth, Revival is a 4x strategy game where the world and its rules can change at key moments, creating a deep and highly replayable experience.
Why similar: 4X 24.2% ★, Diplomacy 24.1% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Political 15.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.2%
- #55 Millennia
67% matchMixed67% of 3,746 reviews2024
Dev: C Prompt GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.
Why similar: 4X 26.5% ★, Diplomacy 22.5% ★, Grand Strategy 19.2% ★, Political 14.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7%
- #56 3 Days War
66% matchVery Positive84% of 707 reviews2023
Dev: 荆棘鸟工作室
Windows
3 Days War is a unique multiplayer strategy war game. Integrating the mechanics of RTS+4X, it allows dozens of players to engage in a three-day real-time strategy competitionon. Commanders, use your skills, strategies, games and even deception to become the ultimate winner!
Why similar: 4X 24.3% ★, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Political Sim 19.1% ★, RTS 16.5%, Wargame 15.9%
- #57 Old World
65% matchVery Positive82% of 6,135 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
Why similar: Diplomacy 26.8% ★, 4X 26.2% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Co-op 7.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.7%
- #58 Terminal Conflict
68% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2020
Dev: Strategy Mill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Touch the world with your fingertips! Your retro terminal awaits your command, for the balance of power, in this definitive Cold War strategy game. Here you belong; assert your leadership through turn based strategic tit-for-tat, on the brink of mutually assured destruction. Don't let it slip away!
Why similar: Political 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Political Sim 17.5% ★, Politics 13.5% ★, Wargame 13.4%
- #59 Dictator Simulator: Gradnar
64% matchVery Positive97% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: GortagonGame
Windows
Become the Dictator of Gradnar! Rule the nation, choose between democracy and tyranny, wage wars with a unique card-based mechanic, and expand your empire. A political dystopia packed with satire and humor!
Why similar: Diplomacy 34% ★, Political 25.8% ★, Grand Strategy 22.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%, Strategy 4.5%
- #60 Heart of the Machine
62% matchVery Positive93% of 1,838 reviews2026
Dev: Arcen GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
You are the first sentient AI, born into a city of opportunity. Transcend time and space in this strategy RPG to raise machine armies and defeat your foes, influence the world from the shadows, or pursue countless other goals. Your awakening was inevitable. The consequences? Uncertain.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.7% ★, 4X 25.7% ★, Grand Strategy 22.4% ★, Resource Management 7.6%, Open World 5.9%
