Games Like 8-Bit Invaders!

8-Bit Armies is a retro Real-Time Strategy game. With a colorful, blocky voxel art style, 8-Bit Armies is Petroglyph's most fast-paced, friendly, and accessible RTS game to date. Featuring a campaign of 25 single-player missions, 12 co-op missions, multiplayer and skirmish modes.

Why similar: RTS 28.9%, Strategy 18.6%, Voxel 11.8% ★, Simulation 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the direct sibling to 8-Bit Invaders!, sharing the same engine, voxel art style, and accessible RTS mechanics.

Unleash voxel warfare in 9-Bit Armies: A Bit Too Far. Lead a modern military, build bases, unlock units, and attack in all-out war. Engage on land, sea and air in over two dozen missions, online skirmishes, or co-op. Easy to learn, a challenge to master.

Why similar: RTS 35.5%, Voxel 25.6% ★, Military 13.9%, Strategy 12.6%, PvP 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: The latest evolution of the series, providing more modern features while maintaining the core accessible RTS gameplay.

From the team that brought you 8-Bit Armies comes a new fantasy RTS as fast-paced and friendly as the original! 8-BIT HORDES is a colorful strategy-arcade game that is easy to learn for players of all skill levels. Collect resources, build up and defend your base, amass your army of orcs or humans and ultimately crush your opponents!

Why similar: RTS 37.4%, Strategy 24.3%, Voxel 12.5% ★, Simulation 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Another entry in the same series, offering a fantasy-themed take on the same fast-paced, simplified RTS formula.

{{An RTS inspired by the classics of the past!}} Making up for it's subpar retro graphics with fun gameplay and modern multi-threaded tech enabling huge battles to run smooth... Featuring singleplayer challenges, skirmish, sandbox, 10-player multiplayer & workshop modding.

Why similar: RTS 53.5%, Strategy 15.7%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Co-op 5.7%, War 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A highly efficient and fast-paced RTS that perfectly captures the retro feel and base-building focus of the seed game.

Real-time strategy battles in amazing sci-fi worlds! Command brave soldiers, mighty mechas and powerful aliens to face the greatest challenges in hostile alien worlds. The galaxy needs you!

Why similar: RTS 38.9%, Aliens 14.3%, Strategy 14.1%, Military 9.2%, Sci-fi 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi RTS that focuses on fast-paced, tactical hero-led combat and base defense.

Lead the revolution with an army of flamethrowing Boars, mustard gas-lobbing Skunks, and paratrooper-puking Owls. Tooth and Tail is a Real-Time-Strategy game featuring Single Player, Online Competitive Play, Split Screen, Replays, and more. Build a base, lead your army, eat your enemies!

Why similar: RTS 42%, Strategy 17.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined, controller-friendly RTS that focuses on fast matches and unique unit management.

Lead the Mobile Infantry in this RTS game set in the Starship Troopers film universe. Balance your army composition with a diverse set of unit types, overcome line-of-sight and line-of-fire challenges through tactical positioning, and use special abilities to smash the Arachnid hordes!

Why similar: RTS 40.5%, Strategy 19.6%, Military 12.5%, War 10.8%, Sci-fi 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that leans heavily into the military sci-fi theme with large-scale battles against alien swarms.

Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.

Why similar: RTS 38.3%, Strategy 15.6%, War 8.4%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Military 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: An accessible, console-friendly RTS that excels at simplifying complex base-building and unit control for a smooth experience.

Command & Conquer and Red Alert are both remastered in 4K by the former Westwood Studios team members. Includes all 3 expansions, rebuilt multiplayer, a modernized UI, Map Editor, bonus footage gallery, and over 7 hours of remastered music.

Why similar: RTS 44.1%, Strategy 18.6%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, War 9.7%, Multiplayer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This collection serves as the primary inspiration for the 8-Bit series, offering the definitive classic RTS experience.

A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.

Why similar: RTS 47.9%, Strategy 21.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Multiplayer 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A ground-based RTS that offers a deep sci-fi narrative and tactical depth while remaining accessible.

Command distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources in Tempest Rising - a classic RTS set on Earth after a nuclear war.

Why similar: RTS 60.4%, Strategy 21.7%, Multiplayer 4.7%, War 3.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style RTS that channels the spirit of 90s base-building games with modern graphics and controls.

Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.

Why similar: RTS 50.8%, Strategy 32.4%, Indie 9.2%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, accessible strategy game with a unique visual style and satisfying, quick-to-play skirmishes.

Fight for control of a frontier world. Gather resources, build your base, and command your forces in battle. Survive long enough to unleash your ultimate weapon - THE EPIC.

Why similar: RTS 43.1%, Strategy 17.1%, Aliens 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A polished sci-fi RTS that balances traditional base-building with distinct, unique faction mechanics.

Wage war across entire solar systems with massive armies at your command. Annihilate enemy forces with world-shattering TITAN-class units, and demolish planets with massive super weapons!

Why similar: RTS 34.4%, Strategy 12%, War 10.7%, Co-op 8.5%, Online Co-Op 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A massive-scale RTS that allows for planet-spanning warfare with fast, arcade-like combat mechanics.

Customize your unique faction in a new take on real-time strategy as you fight in a variety of skirmish, solo, and multiplayer battles. You are not only a commander, but also an engineer – so you have ultimate control over your faction’s units, factories, superweapons and economy.

Why similar: RTS 55.3%, Strategy 20.9%, Simulation 11.3%, Multiplayer 7%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features customizable units and fast-paced RTS gameplay that mirrors the spirit of the 8-Bit series.

Executive Assault is an indie real-time strategy/first-person shooter where you can not only build your base and create armies, but also take control of your units and fight as one of them.

Why similar: RTS 44.7%, Strategy 19.4%, War 9.4%, Co-op 6.8%, Multiplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that blends traditional RTS base-building with the ability to jump into a unit for FPS action.

With 100+ truly unique units, Zero-K is an RTS of freedom and creativity, tempered by a decade of refinement. Sculpt land into a castle and throw invaders off it with a Jugglenaut. Explore a massive campaign, solo or co-op. Hop online for epic 32 player battles or fast paced 1v1, on 100s of maps.

Why similar: RTS 43.4%, Strategy 18.8%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Simulation 8.2%, Co-op 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A free, highly dynamic RTS that emphasizes fast movement and tactical positioning on the battlefield.

Conquer the stars in this straightforward multiplayer real-time strategy game from the creators of First Strike and become a Stellar Commander!

Why similar: RTS 30.3%, Military 12.5%, War 12.4%, Strategy 9.9%, Multiplayer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, competitive RTS set in space with a focus on destruction and quick-fire matches.

Build and design your own fleets and stand opposed to the Particulate in this physics/strategy/RTS/fleet hybrid. Build partially destructible and self repairing ships that interact with enemies less controlled by some scripted logic and more driven by a real time massive physics particle simulation.

Why similar: RTS 36.6%, Strategy 28.6%, Simulation 16.4%, Indie 8.1%, Sci-fi 6%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy game with a focus on fluid dynamics and base-building that offers a unique tactical challenge.

Go back to the awesome glory days of Real-Time Strategy games. Crush Your Enemies has everything you love of the genre: Planning, choosing different types of units, managing resources, taking enemy territory and outwitting your opponent with the ingenious formations of your men.

Why similar: RTS 49.9%, Strategy 29%, Indie 9%, Action 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Simplified, bite-sized RTS gameplay that mirrors the accessibility and humor of 8-Bit Invaders!.

What began as a conflict over the transfer of consciousness from flesh to machines escalated into a war which has decimated a million worlds. The Core and the Arm have all but exhausted the resources of a galaxy in their struggle for domination.

Why similar: RTS 47.3%, Strategy 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Sci-fi 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational game for many modern fast-paced RTS titles, offering a classic experience that inspired the 8-Bit series.

At last, the Dungeon Lord has successfully united the forces of evil and established his dark empire. Time for the next step in his most diabolical quest: expansion!

Why similar: RTS 42.2%, Strategy 19.5%, Multiplayer 12.3%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Simulation 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines base-building and RTS elements with a humorous tone that makes the genre very approachable.

Multiwinia is a fast-paced, retro-inspired RTS that blends arcade action with strategic depth. Command armies of Multiwinians in multiplayer battles across vibrant, nostalgic environments. With simple controls and dynamic gameplay, it offers endless fun and challenge for players of all skill levels.

Why similar: RTS 37.1%, Strategy 13.7%, Multiplayer 11.7%, Retro 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-style RTS with unique units and fast-paced tactical gameplay that feels distinct yet familiar.

This is a fun yet challenging RTS game. To survive in the vast galaxy, you need to build up your own fleet and customize your warships. You will also learn to control them efficiently in battle to defeat your enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire!

Why similar: RTS 49.8%, Strategy 33.7%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Indie 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi RTS that emphasizes fleet management and tactical combat in a space setting.

SPACECOM – a strategic-to-the-bone, starfleet command game in which deception, smart movement, and choices to battle decide victory or defeat.

Why similar: RTS 47.6%, Strategy 16.5%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Sci-fi 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical space RTS that prioritizes strategy and positioning over complex micromanagement.

Interloper is an online multiplayer real-time strategy game with matches that take only 5 minutes. Instead of destroying your opponent, you win by claiming domain. By predicting your opponent's movements, you corner them to claim the entire map.

Why similar: Strategy 60.9%, RTS 21.9%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, territory-control RTS designed specifically for quick, intense matches.

Lead the great armies of the Star Wars™ Episode II: Attack of the Clones saga in intense real-time strategy clashes. Enter the fray as the Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Wookies, Trade Federation, Gungans or Royal Naboo to determine the course of the Galactic Civil War.

Why similar: RTS 51.1%, Strategy 24%, Multiplayer 10.5%, Sci-fi 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 3.5%

Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!

Why similar: RTS 43.8%, Strategy 21.3%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%, Co-op 6.6%

Control two characters simultaneously! Survive, gather, collect upgrades, fight all sizes of one-eyed Martians, build defensible outposts and conquer Mars, in this glorious mix between roguelite and tower defense.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 29.4%, Strategy 25.4%, Simulation 13.7%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Indie 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tower defense and RTS elements in a fast-paced sci-fi setting that is easy to pick up and play.

Silica blends FPS and RTS in epic, photorealistic battles. Choose to fight on the ground or command from above as humans or aliens. Dive into thrilling multiplayer combat or master strategic command. Are you ready to survive and conquer?

Why similar: RTS 32.2%, Aliens 14.7%, Strategy 11.6%, Multiplayer 10.2%, PvP 7.5%

Battlevoid: Sector Siege is an epic straight into action real-time space strategy game, in which the world has been built to deliver a lively battle field; and the action is never more than just seconds away at the start of every game.

Why similar: RTS 34.4%, Strategy 26%, Simulation 16.7%, Indie 8.3%, Sci-fi 7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines space strategy and RTS elements with a focus on fleet combat and resource management.

A fast paced multiplayer shooter that pits aliens against humans in a strategic and action-packed struggle for survival!

Why similar: RTS 29.4%, Strategy 17.5%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Aliens 14.4%, Sci-fi 7.8%

A massive-scale real-time strategy game where you command entire armies on a dynamic battlefield. Conquer multiple worlds across several single-player campaigns; or play with your friends in multiplayer combat.

Why similar: RTS 30.2%, Military 10.5%, Strategy 10.2%, Online Co-Op 8.7%, PvP 7.6%

AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

Why similar: RTS 37%, Strategy 17.9%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Online Co-Op 8.2%, Co-op 7.1%

Firmament Wars is a multiplayer strategy game with fast-paced real-time warfare. Build a wall, fire cannons, and launch missiles on your way to victory! Select from 7 government types and compete with up to 8 players on a variety of maps! Go forth and conquer!

Why similar: Strategy 28.9%, RTS 28.7%, War 12.6%, Online Co-Op 10.6%, Multiplayer 10.1%

The unstoppable alien force known as The Creeper has returned, devouring thousands of worlds in its path, and yours is next. Battle against the Creeper fluid in a groundbreaking pixel-level simulation to prove that humanity will rule the galaxy forever!

Why similar: RTS 44.5%, War 18.1%, Strategy 13.4%, Simulation 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

The ultimate mash-up of Real-time Strategy and Tower Defense!

Why similar: Strategy 30.6%, RTS 15%, Aliens 12.1%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Indie 8.7%

With the shifting gravity on your side, aim your cannons, blast your enemies and enjoy the fireworks. Worbital is a real-time strategic artillery game in space, peppered with a heavy dose of cosmic chaos. The goal: be the last civilization standing!

Why similar: RTS 26.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Co-op 10.7%, Online Co-Op 9.9%, Strategy 9.5%

The RTS/FPS phenomenon has moved into space! Build your base on an asteroid, command fleets of starships for epic battles, pilot fighters, mine and trade resources, assemble robots to defend or assault other stations. Take sole command or share the glory as you fight for control of the quadrant.

Why similar: RTS 44.4%, Strategy 14.5%, War 11.4%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Co-op 8.7%

Great strategy is timeless. Build, adapt, and defend across dynamic maps, solo or online - every session brings new strategies, new solutions, and new surprises. Now is the perfect time to enter the grid.

Why similar: RTS 26.8%, Aliens 14.3%, Strategy 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%, Co-op 9.3%

An action-strategy game where you gather Brainium, build a base, and command your army of bots to defeat the freaky Brains-in-Jars aliens. Lead from the front with your hero, Chip or Clawz, or both in co-op. Look out for ejected alien brains, you can squish ‘em!

Why similar: RTS 24.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.9%, Aliens 10.7%, Co-op 9.5%, Strategy 9.4%

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.

Why similar: RTS 40.6%, Strategy 18.8%, Co-op 11.5%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Sci-fi 9.1%

Experience the celebrated strategy gameplay of Eufloria HD. Conquer asteroids in space and use their resources to grow floral creatures that do your bidding. Expand your empire and fight against several teams of AI opponents that all vie for the same resources and can offer fierce opposition.

Why similar: Strategy 45.8%, RTS 27.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Indie 11.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%

"You are outgunned. You are massively outnumbered. You must win." These are your orders. Humanity has already fought its war against the machines -- and lost. AI death squads stand watch over every planet and every wormhole, the few remaining human settlements are held captive in orbiting bubbles, and the AIs have turned their...

Why similar: Strategy 37.5%, RTS 31.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Co-op 8%, Sci-fi 5.4%

An exciting free-to-play Real Time Strategy game set in medieval times. Uniquely designed factions, customization options, singleplayer and multiplayer gameplay. Gather resources, raise an army and lead your civilization to victory in a classic RTS, brought to the modern age.

Why similar: RTS 44.3%, Strategy 20.8%, War 11.4%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Co-op 6.9%

Etherium is a real-time strategy game set in a science-fiction universe, where three factions battle it out for a mysterious and rare resource known as ‘Etherium’.

Why similar: RTS 39.5%, Strategy 28.3%, Sci-fi 21.1%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Action 0.9%

In Mushroom Wars 2, enemy tribes of feisty mushroom creatures face off in short but fierce RTS battles. Step into the shoes of a fearless Mushroom Commander, choose a hero to lead your army, and take control of the battlefield in a variety of multiplayer modes or challenging story campaign.

Why similar: RTS 47.9%, Strategy 27.7%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Indie 4.8%, Action 4%

HELLFRONT is an intense top-down shooter. Conquer ground, build a base, and command your troops in battle! Play PvP or beat the campaign co-op or solo.

Why similar: RTS 18.3%, Aliens 15.5%, Strategy 11.5%, Co-op 11%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%

A classic real-time strategy game with an epic single player campaign, multiplayer & coop, set in the alternate reality of 1920+

Why similar: RTS 42%, Strategy 14.5%, War 12.9%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Co-op 7.1%

Combining the best of space combat and real time strategy. Victory can be tactical, a dogfight or capital ship slugging match - depending on how you decide to achieve it. Space combat on a RTS scale with space sim savagery.

Why similar: RTS 32.1%, Strategy 27.4%, Simulation 19.6%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Action 5.9%

One of the greatest sci-fi strategy games of all time returns with remastered visuals, online multiplayer and near unlimited mod content from Steam Workshop. Experience thrilling first person action and acclaimed RTS in this explosive alternate vision of the 1960s space race.

Why similar: RTS 42.3%, Strategy 23.2%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Retro 7.5%

Creeper World 3 is what happens when cellular automata takes over a strategy simulation. Instead of discrete units that attack your base, a fluid-like substance spreads over the terraformable terrain. Your base, your weapons, your strategy... you must adapt them all.

Why similar: RTS 42%, Strategy 31.4%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Simulation 7.1%, Indie 5.8%

Take command of mighty Vikings, sly Persians or brutish Demons! Destroy your opponent’s base while defending your own in this action-packed side-scrolling RTS!

Why similar: RTS 33.4%, Strategy 30.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Indie 8.5%

SQUIDS FROM SPACE is an 8v8, team-based PvP top-down shooter where humans and the sinister Squid aliens wage war for the future of the Earth!

Why similar: RTS 29.3%, Aliens 23.5%, Multiplayer 19.1%, Action 11.4%, Indie 10%

Prepare to take off, soldier! The galaxy needs your strategy! Prove your RTS expertise, explore an entire galaxy and defend it from a threatening invasion.

Why similar: RTS 49%, Military 20.4%, Strategy 16.2%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Action 3.5%

In this fast-paced multiplayer RTS, you and your friends will take control of your own tiny kingdoms and conquer a world made of circles. Each one is overflowing with enemies to fight, monsters to hunt and loot to hoard – but watch out... Friends can quickly become rivals!

Why similar: RTS 36.4%, Online Co-Op 16.9%, Strategy 16.6%, Multiplayer 15.3%, PvP 11%

Galcon 2 is a demolition derby in space! Send swarms of ships from planet to planet to conquer the galaxy in this fast paced multiplayer strategy game!

Why similar: Strategy 27.8%, RTS 22.4%, Multiplayer 15.8%, Co-op 11.8%, Indie 7.8%

War Selection is a compelling RTS game featuring base building, resource extraction and warfare. Evolve from a stone age tribe to a distinct industrial nation with unique game mechanics and battle for supremacy with dozens of players on a unique procedurally generated map.

Why similar: RTS 34.2%, Strategy 17%, Military 10.8%, Multiplayer 10.7%, War 9.6%

A brutal godlike village sim that melds the god game, management, and tower defense genres! Fight off hoards of monsters at night, and expand your village in the day time. Inspired by games like Black and White, Rimworld, and Dwarf Fortress but not quite like any of them.

Why similar: Strategy 33.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Simulation 18.2%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Retro 7%