Games Like Act of Aggression - Reboot Edition

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 46.3%, Base Building 18%, Strategy 14.7%, War 6.3%, Classic 6.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: This collection defines the classic base-building RTS genre that Act of Aggression seeks to emulate.

Command & Conquer Generals puts your trigger finger on the pulse of modern warfare. Prepare your forces General... it's time to engage in the next generation of real-time strategy.

Why similar: RTS 45.7%, Strategy 25.5%, Base Building 12%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Classic 1.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: As the primary inspiration for Act of Aggression, this title offers the most similar modern military RTS experience.

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 62.4%, Strategy 16.9%, Base Building 9.9%, Multiplayer 3.3%, Military 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to the classic C&C formula that mirrors the base-building and resource-gathering mechanics of the seed game.

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 46.3%, Base Building 16.6%, Strategy 14%, Military 7.5%, War 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined, console-friendly RTS that maintains the core military base-building and unit production loop.

Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!

Why similar: RTS 51.3%, Strategy 19.8%, Classic 9% ★, Multiplayer 6%, War 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeper strategic layer while maintaining the classic RTS feel of managing resources and building armies.

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

Why similar: RTS 49.2%, Base Building 17.6%, Strategy 12.7%, War 9.3%, Multiplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional base-building with a gritty, alternate-history military aesthetic that feels tactically similar.

The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed game Act of War: Direct Action picks up where the techno-thriller left off. On the eve of the U.S. Presidential elections, simultaneous terrorist attacks hit both candidates. Clues point to corrupt elements within the U.S.

Why similar: RTS 62.5%, Strategy 19.1%, Military 16.1%, Action 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio, this game shares the techno-thriller narrative and core RTS mechanics of the seed game.

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 60.5%, Strategy 18.1%, Base Building 12.7%, Multiplayer 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features distinct factions and a heavy emphasis on traditional base-building and macro-management.

The new reference in RTS at its best! The Wargame series returns to duty, larger, richer and more spectacular than ever before. In Wargame Red Dragon, you are engaged in a large-scale conflict where Western forces clash against the Communist bloc.

Why similar: RTS 46.8%, Military 19.4%, Strategy 17.1%, War 5.4%, Multiplayer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a much more realistic and complex take on the modern military combat found in Act of Aggression.

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 72%, Strategy 20.4%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Indie 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: Allows for deep customization of units, which complements the tactical variety found in Act of Aggression.

Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. This legacy version also grants access to the latest version of COH, just called "Company of Heroes".

Why similar: RTS 44.5%, Strategy 15.4%, Military 13.4%, Base Building 8.5%, Multiplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical military combat with a high level of polish and intense, real-time action.

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 40.4%, Base Building 18.1%, Military 15.2%, Strategy 10.3%, War 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on massive-scale warfare and base-building, perfect for players who enjoy the strategic depth of modern RTS.

Age of Empires, the pivotal real-time strategy game that launched a 20-year legacy returns with modernized gameplay, all-new 4K visuals, 8-person multiplayer battles and a host of other new features. Welcome back to history.

Why similar: RTS 45.1%, Strategy 19.9%, Base Building 15.5%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Classic 5.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for resource management and base-building, providing a foundational RTS experience.

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 49.9%, Strategy 24.3%, Base Building 10.7%, Multiplayer 7.3%, War 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, accessible RTS that strips the genre down to its core base-building and combat elements.

Sudden Strike is back! The beloved Real Time Strategy series returns, this time with bigger battlefields, more units, better graphics, new scenarios and legendary commanders – making Sudden Strike 4 more tactical and realistic than ever before!

Why similar: RTS 44.1%, Strategy 19.4%, War 10.1%, Military 9%, Multiplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that emphasizes unit positioning and military strategy over traditional base construction.

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 48.6%, Base Building 16%, Strategy 12.8%, War 9.3%, Multiplayer 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a massive scale of combat and base-building that pushes the boundaries of traditional RTS mechanics.

Men of War: Assault Squad 2 expands the real-time tactics series with new skirmish missions, massive multiplayer battles, enhanced visuals, improved AI, and full Direct Control. Command five factions across 65 maps, 250 vehicles, and 200 soldiers in one of the most detailed WWII RTS experiences.

Why similar: RTS 37.4%, Strategy 20%, Military 14.7%, War 11.3%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly detailed simulation of military combat for players who want a more granular tactical experience.

Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.

Why similar: RTS 43.7%, Military 19.5%, Strategy 15.5%, War 9.6%, Multiplayer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on historical military accuracy and large-scale tactical battles for players who enjoy the war aspect of the seed game.

Call to Arms offers an innovative mix of real-time strategy and 3rd, as well as 1st person controls. Set in the time of modern warfare, the game offers realistically modeled vehicles and heavy weaponry. Command your troops to victory or fight by yourself in the 3rd or 1st person action mode.

Why similar: RTS 35.7%, Military 21.1%, Strategy 18.6%, War 8.6%, Multiplayer 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that allows for both traditional RTS command and direct third-person control of military units.

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 49.9%, Strategy 18.1%, Military 16.4%, War 8.1%, Real-Time 3.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RTS that focuses on military positioning and managing large-scale infantry engagements.

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 67.3%, Strategy 22.4%, Multiplayer 8%, Real-Time 1.1% ★, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A ground-based military RTS that captures the high-stakes tension and tactical movement of modern warfare.

Steel Division: Normandy is a tactical real-time strategy (RTS) game that pits players against AI enemies in a single-player campaign -- or against several opponents in massive 10-on-10 multiplayer battles.

Why similar: RTS 49%, Military 17.6%, Strategy 15.1%, War 7.2%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on realistic military unit deployment and front-line strategy in a historical setting.

Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!

Why similar: RTS 48%, Strategy 17.5%, Base Building 12.2%, Military 6.3%, Multiplayer 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its massive scale and focus on high-tech unit production and base defense.

Battlezone: Combat Commander remasters FPS-RTS classic Battlezone II with slick new visuals, brand new achievements, Steam Workshop support and much more! The solar system is at war. Take command.

Why similar: RTS 50.1%, Strategy 27.5%, Multiplayer 8.1%, Real-Time 5.7% ★, Tanks 4% ★

Why You'll Like It: Blends RTS base-building with first-person combat for a unique perspective on military strategy.

Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!

Why similar: RTS 43%, Strategy 17%, Base Building 16.5%, War 11.3%, Multiplayer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that emphasizes massive armies and complex resource management systems.

Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour brings you closer to the enemy than ever before. Engage opposing forces at hot spots around the globe as you match strategies and arsenals against the new masterminds of modern war.

Why similar: RTS 38.7%, Military 17.8%, War 10.4%, Strategy 9.6%, Multiplayer 9%

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition is the ultimate Dawn of War experience, featuring the original Dawn of War and all its expansions, along with enhanced visuals, an improved camera, and 64-bit platform support.

Why similar: RTS 51.4%, Base Building 17.7%, Strategy 15.1%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Tactical 2.5%

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 51%, Strategy 16.7%, Base Building 13.5%, War 6.6%, Multiplayer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines base-building RTS mechanics with the ability to jump into the action as a first-person shooter.

Relive the celebrated real-time strategy classic Praetorians, re-imagined in high definition. Praetorians is set amidst the political machinations of an emerging Roman Empire.

Why similar: RTS 45.7%, Strategy 44.4%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Real Time Tactics 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A pure tactical RTS that removes base-building to focus entirely on unit management and battlefield control.

S.W.I.N.E. HD Remaster is the new edition of the challenging classic strategy game S.W.I.N.E! The filthiest of all wars between the Rabbit and the Pig armies is a sophisticated real-time strategy with completely revised textures, detailed unit models, a 16:9 adapted interface.

Why similar: RTS 50.6%, Strategy 21%, War 7.8%, Multiplayer 5.1%, Classic 4.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled tactical RTS that focuses on unit-based combat and maneuvering.

{{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 56.8%, Base Building 16.2%, Strategy 12.5%, Multiplayer 5.7%, War 3.6%

The New Fatal Error DLC includes a new 5-mission Operation and touch-screen controls.

Why similar: RTS 44.9%, Strategy 19.2%, Military 19.2%, War 5.7%, Multiplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A precursor to the modern military simulation style, focusing on Cold War-era unit tactics.

The enemy attack on your base is imminent; secure your defenses, mobilize your troops, reinforce key positions, and get ready for the next battle. RTS Tactical Warfare will test your resilience and strategic prowess.

Why similar: RTS 41.5%, Base Building 18.3%, Strategy 12.4%, War 11%, Multiplayer 8.1%

2 SIDES, 12 NATIONS, 750 UNITS: THE STRATEGY GAME REFERENCE IS BACK! Richer, more beautiful and more accessible, Wargame AirLand Battle is the sequel to the explosive real-time strategy game Wargame European Escalation! 1985.

Why similar: RTS 44.5%, Military 21.5%, Strategy 17.3%, War 4.5%, Multiplayer 3.8%

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 51.1%, Strategy 21.1%, Classic 11.3% ★, Multiplayer 7.8%, Tanks 6.1% ★

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 59.6%, Strategy 19.5%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Real-Time 5.6% ★, Base Building 3.3%

Men of War: Assault Squad delivers a deeply tactical WWII experience, blending large-scale strategy with intense, hands-on combat. Fight across multiple fronts – from European countryside to Pacific jungles and command every unit and every bullet on the battlefield.

Why similar: RTS 34.1%, Strategy 21.9%, Military 16.3%, War 11%, Multiplayer 7.1%

Experience warfare like never before! Men of War II, the anticipated sequel to the highly acclaimed RTS franchise is here with all-new units, locations, campaigns, game modes and true trademarks of the series: historical fidelity and action-filled gameplay on the Eastern and Western Fronts of WWII.

Why similar: RTS 43.4%, Military 18.6%, Strategy 12.2%, Multiplayer 10%, Tanks 4.6% ★

A one-of-a-kind real-time strategy game that allows players to bluff their enemies to lead their nation to victory. The Definitive Edition — includes all DLCs and Steam Deck support.

Why similar: RTS 56.7%, Strategy 26.4%, Multiplayer 8.6%, War 7.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Armor Clash is an RTS game of modern warfare, containing classic features like base building, unit training etc. Players can pick modern armors such as M1A2, T-14 to form identical legions. With realistic effects and fast paced battle, players will enjoy commanding their armored forces to break down the enemy.

Why similar: RTS 63.9%, Strategy 22%, War 12.9%, Indie 1.2%

Blitzkrieg 3 is a WW2 RTS made for true admirers of strategic mastery! Challenge your tactical skills in historical campaigns and defeat powerful Neural Network AI in competitive matches.

Why similar: RTS 37.5%, Military 18.6%, Strategy 12.5%, War 10.2%, Multiplayer 7.2%

Company of Heroes®: Tales of Valor™ is the expansion to the Game of the Year winner and highest rated real time strategy franchise Company of Heroes®. Featuring new campaigns to overcome, units to command, and battlefields to conquer, Company of Heroes®: Tales of Valor™ delivers evolved gameplay mechanics and 3 episodic adventures...

Why similar: RTS 43.6%, Strategy 20.4%, Military 13.5%, Base Building 10.9%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2?

Why similar: RTS 43.1%, Military 18.9%, Strategy 13.4%, War 11.8%, Multiplayer 8.2%

The next chapter in the #1 rated RTS franchise thrusts players into a hellish war torn landscape to command two battle-hardened armies in relentless campaigns for honor and country. Players lead the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle...

Why similar: RTS 48.8%, Strategy 23.8%, Military 10%, Multiplayer 4.4%, Base Building 4.3%

Real Time Strategy with a high degree of realism. The game is based on a true story.

Why similar: RTS 46.3%, Military 22.7%, Strategy 10.6%, War 8.1%, Real Time Tactics 3.4%

The most devious and acclaimed artificial intelligence in strategy gaming is better than ever. A grand strategy/RTS hybrid that reverses many conventions of both genres. Take territory without attracting attention, build your empire with care, and adapt to an ever-evolving galactic battleground.

Why similar: RTS 39%, Military 18.4%, War 10.2%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Strategy 9.1%

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 46.4%, Base Building 17.9%, Strategy 11.4%, War 7.4%, Multiplayer 6.8%

Armor Clash II is an old-school RTS game, with classic features like base building, modern armors and navies etc. 2 factions and sub-factions for each one, from high tech stealth destroyers to hardcore battleships. In Skirmishes players build base from the start, while in the Random Generated Mission, fast paced combats start immediately.

Why similar: RTS 63.4%, Strategy 33.6%, Action 2.9%

Broken Arrow is a large-scale real-time modern warfare tactics game that combines the complexity of joint-forces wargaming with action-packed real-time tactics gameplay.

Why similar: RTS 46.4%, Strategy 18%, Military 11.1%, War 10.6%, Multiplayer 5.4%

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 36.9%, Base Building 20.6%, Strategy 13.9%, Military 12.5%, Multiplayer 7.9%

Realistic, immersive, breathtaking. WARNO is the ultimate World War III battle simulator from the masters of strategy, Eugen Systems. A Cold War turns decisively hot as you command hundreds of units on a beautiful and brutal battlefield. Outsmart, outfight, and lead your forces to total victory.

Why similar: RTS 40.5%, Military 22.2%, Strategy 11%, War 10.3%, Multiplayer 4.9%

A return to the roots of real-time strategy, providing beautiful 2D visuals combined with all the features that we came to expect from old school classics. This remastered version is a culmination of all the improvements and new features based upon suggestions from the community.

Why similar: RTS 47.7%, Base Building 21.9%, Strategy 14.4%, War 9.8%, Multiplayer 3.9%

Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world.

Why similar: RTS 46.3%, Base Building 18.1%, Strategy 17.3%, War 9.6%, Multiplayer 7.3%

Play as mythological Gods and smite your enemies in this award-winning, mythological Real-Time Strategy classic given new life. Wage war across timeless campaigns, fierce skirmishes, and god-powered multiplayer modes.

Why similar: RTS 50.1%, Base Building 22.7%, Strategy 14.5%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Co-op 2.4%

Army Men RTS brings you back to the days of staging battles with tiny plastic soldiers in your backyard...except these green soldiers carry out your every command!

Why similar: RTS 53.6%, Strategy 17.5%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Base Building 6.9%, Military 5.7%

A next-gen re-imagination of a groundbreaking 80s classic. Carrier Command: Gaea Mission brings a breathtaking combination of action and strategy elements.

Why similar: RTS 53.4%, Strategy 38.7%, Tactical 3.8%, Action 3.1%, Singleplayer 1%

Meridian: Squad 22 is a single-player science-fiction real-time strategy game with a focus on base building and advanced tactics. Every single choice, every tactical decision you make, shapes the outcome of your story.

Why similar: RTS 54.2%, Strategy 40.1%, Action 3.6%, Indie 2.1%

Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.

Why similar: Strategy 46.1%, RTS 31.7%, Military 6.7%, War 4.2%, Multiplayer 3.9%

Sudden Strike 5 delivers real-time tactics in epic WWII battles. A host of tactical options and more than 300 playable units open-up multiple approaches to reach your objectives in a 25 mission campaign on historical battlefields in Europe and North Africa.

Why similar: RTS 52.7%, Military 18.3%, Strategy 15.9%, War 4.6%, Real Time Tactics 2.7%