- #1 Fleet Craft
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aries
Windows
"Fleet Craft" is a real-time strategy game with a science fiction theme. Players can build land fleets composed of large tanks, robots and other units. You can customize the weapons on the unit to achieve different functions.
Why similar: RTS 40.3%, Strategy 31.6%, War 11.3%, Top-Down 9%, 3D 6.4%
- #2 Pact
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Liberation Games
Windows
Build your alliance of evil as you regain your lost power in this classically-inspired fantasy RTS. Choose how your enthusiastically loyal minions will build, plunder, and pillage their way across an ever-shifting battlefield, guiding them to new opportunities and allies on your path to domination.
Why similar: RTS 34%, Strategy 27.6%, PvE 10.7%, Top-Down 9.4%, War 7.5%
- #3 Warrior Kings: Battles
95% matchVery Positive91% of 323 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Warrior Kings: Battles maintains the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leading RTS. It is a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.
Why similar: RTS 54.1%, Strategy 45.9%
- #4 BattleMore
94% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Heat Wave Games
Windows
From battling rocket squirrels to lead zeppelins, this goofy single player RTS will keep your hands full and APM high.
Why similar: RTS 58%, Strategy 42%
- #5 Celtic Kings: Rage of War
94% matchVery Positive90% of 170 reviews2019
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows
Celtic Kings: Rage of War is an RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2002. It is the first game of the award-winning franchise Celtic Kings
Why similar: RTS 58.6%, Strategy 41.4%
- #6 Empires:The Rise
93% matchMixed61% of 62 reviews2019
Dev: 阿龟与阿飞Pub: MZ Times
Windows
《Empries:The Rise》 is the a Cross-Platform Real-Time-Strategy (R.T.S.) game. Choose your nation and conquer those, who stand in your way!
Why similar: RTS 53.2%, Strategy 46.8%
- #7 reconquest
92% matchMixed55% of 263 reviews2016
Dev: StormCube Games
Windows · Mac
Reconquest is a real-time strategy base building game. After World War III, mankind got close to extinction. You have to reconquer Earth by making better strategic decisions than your opponents.
Why similar: RTS 52.9%, Strategy 47.1%
- #8 Z Steel Soldiers
91% matchMixed52% of 286 reviews2014
Dev: TickTock GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
In the bloody aftermath of ‘Z’ comes The Bitmap Brothers classic, “Z Steel Soldiers”: a new breed of robot with a taste for war and a warped sense of humour.
Why similar: RTS 52.2%, Strategy 47.8%
- #9 Armor Clash
91% matchMixed69% of 85 reviews2015
Dev: Windforce
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 49.6%, Strategy 28.3%, War 18.6%, Indie 3.4%
- #10 Rising Kingdoms
90% matchVery Positive92% of 247 reviews2019
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows
Rising Kingdoms is a fantasy-themed RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2005
Why similar: RTS 51.5%, Strategy 48.5%
- #11 Planet X16
89% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: 8-Bit Productions, LLCPub: NMSE & Co LLC
Windows · Mac
Planet X16 the spiritual successor to the Planet X3 strategy game. You are up against the Protoids again. You need to mine resources, build infrastructure and build offensive units to defeat them. All while protecting your bases now with mouse controls
Why similar: RTS 45.1%, Strategy 37.1%, Top-Down 16.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #12 Warfare
89% matchVery Positive86% of 239 reviews2009
Dev: GFI RussiaPub: Game Factory Interactive
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Saudi Arabia, one of the world's leading oil suppliers and a key U.S. ally, has been taken over by a highly organized group of radical terrorists. The government is in a state of collapse and turmoil and you have been chosen to lead the United States' armed forces to restore control.
Why similar: Strategy 50.4%, RTS 49.6%
- #13 Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries
88% matchVery Positive95% of 240 reviews2016
Dev: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Conquer the world and build your empire! Lead one civilization to glory through sophisticated trade, diplomacy, espionage and conquest.
Why similar: Strategy 52.7%, RTS 47.3%
- #14 Warrior Kings
87% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Restoring the power of a kingdom to its former glory using innate cunning, military might and a fearsome will to win.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, RTS 46.5%
- #15 Dust Front RTS
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: rtsDimon
Windows
Dust Front is a classic RTS with grand strategy elements and a non-linear campaign. Lead strategic maneuvers, overwhelm your enemies with cannon fodder, or stomp them into the stone age with carpet bombing on the lifeless fields of Dust Front.
Why similar: RTS 44.8%, Strategy 25.9%, War 19.7%, Resource Management 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #16 Kohan: Ahriman's Gift
86% matchVery Positive89% of 150 reviews2011
Dev: TimeGate Studios
Windows
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Why similar: Strategy 55.4%, RTS 44.6%
- #17 Tempest Rising
84% matchVery Positive88% of 10,866 reviews2025
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 62.9%, Strategy 28.2%, War 4.6%, 3D 1.9%, Top-Down 1.6%
- #18 Meridian: New World
85% matchMixed48% of 530 reviews2014
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slip into the role of Daniel Hanson, commander of the first mission to a remote planet called Meridian. Assured of the fact that the planet is uninhabited, the unexpected reception of a distress call from the surface could mean many things, none of which you are prepared for.
Why similar: RTS 58.6%, Strategy 37.9%, Indie 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #19 Rogue Production Facility
84% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Eivind Magnus Noersterud Hvidevold
Windows
RPF is a simple real-time strategy game with lush graphics and easy gameplay. You mine resources and send your medieval units from one floating island to another to conquer enemies who reside there in quest of treasure and empire.
Why similar: RTS 38.8%, Strategy 27.4%, Top-Down 13.9%, War 8.2%, 3D 6.7%
- #20 Fractured State
83% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Mechanical Monocle
Windows
Fractured State refines the RTS genre into fast-paced strategic urban combat. Take part as the machine driven imperialistic faction of the Laperian Imperial Army battle to remain in control against the Children of the Ancients, worshipers and masters of an ancient power. Includes Map Editor.
Why similar: RTS 49.3%, Strategy 45%, Indie 5.7%
- #21 Soil
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nuclear Fallow
Windows
Soil is a slow-paced space RTS game where you mine resources, build ships and fight your enemies. Campaign features persistent fleet, research, and optional mission objectives that can affect rest of the missions.
Why similar: RTS 42.9%, Strategy 33.7%, War 14.5%, 3D 8.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #22 Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns
82% matchVery Positive84% of 115 reviews2011
Dev: TimeGate Studios
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 50%
If you are to return your race to their rightful glory, you must solve the mystery of their destruction.
Why similar: Strategy 50.3%, RTS 49.7%
- #23 Cro Magnon
81% matchMostly Negative36% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Thor Gaming
Windows
Europe, 39000 BC. A group of people have arrived at a location suitable for a settlement. The lands are rich and fertile, but not uninhabited. You will take command of a newly formed clan of Cro Magnon, in the final days of the Neanderthals. Your goal is survival and dominance.
Why similar: RTS 48.2%, Strategy 45.5%, Indie 6.3%
- #24 Sunflower Stronghold
79% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Phone UnBusters
Windows · Mac
Grow Crops, Process Resources and Construct Towers and Defend!
Why similar: RTS 35.7%, Strategy 26.5%, Top-Down 13.2%, Management 11.5%, Resource Management 7.9%
- #25 War, the Game
81% matchMixed68% of 461 reviews2015
Dev: GabberGames.com
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
'War, the Game' is a RTS for pc in realistic present day setting.The controls are intuitive, the game rules are simple and transparent.The game focuses on strategy and the use of ones brain to complete the scenarios.The map is a spherical version of earth. That's new.
Why similar: Strategy 46.9%, RTS 31.6%, War 17.4%, Indie 4.1%
- #26 Intruder Alert: Ixian Operations
79% matchMixed66% of 71 reviews2016
Dev: Frudelsoft
Windows
Intruder Alert is an science-fiction RTS having 6 totally different factions. It contains a single-player campaign, local LAN multiplayer, simple single player games and special challenges like Tower Defense.
Why similar: RTS 48.5%, Strategy 45.8%, Indie 5.7%
- #27 JKEnterprises
78% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: JKEnterprises
Windows
Take command of a galactic megacorporation and engage your competitors in planetary battles in this spherical RTS.
Why similar: RTS 47%, Strategy 36.6%, 3D 7.5%, PvE 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #28 Howl Of Heavens
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: kokonGames
Windows
Howl of Heavens is a real-time tactical strategy game that tells the story of a young lieutenant who has taken command of a field headquarters. The successful achievement of strategic objectives and the outcome of the entire military campaign are in your hands!
Why similar: RTS 37.8%, Strategy 31.8%, Management 11.4%, War 9.5%, Resource Management 6.9%
- #29 A Game of Thrones - Genesis
78% matchMostly Negative35% of 711 reviews2011
Dev: Cyanide StudiosPub: 1C-SoftClub
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Immerse yourself into the battles and intrigues between the Houses that shaped the Kingdom of Westeros and keep your spot on the Iron Throne by any means.
Why similar: Strategy 61.9%, RTS 38.1%
- #30 Forged Battalion
76% matchMixed58% of 1,108 reviews2018
Dev: Petroglyph
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 65.7%, Strategy 31%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #31 BC Kings
77% matchMixed64% of 215 reviews2009
Dev: Mascot EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%
BC Kings features several new elements not commonly found in strategy games. In addition to gathering resources, training an army and defeating the enemy, you will have to solve adventure and role-playing elements as well.
Why similar: Strategy 65.9%, RTS 34.1%
- #32 Ground Control II: Operation Exodus
76% matchVery Positive89% of 317 reviews2015
Dev: Massive EntertainmentPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
It’s 2741 and the universe is at war. The Terran Empire is laying siege to the NSA, a treaty of colonies that upholds freedom and democracy. After losing the battle in space, the NSA is forced to retreat to its last stronghold. Can you snatch victory from impending doom?
Why similar: Strategy 61.9%, RTS 38.1%
- #33 Stalingrad
75% matchVery Positive87% of 462 reviews2015
Dev: DTF gamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Stalingrad is a real-time strategy title that places gamers in the middle of the most dramatic periods of World War II, covering major events from June 1942 till January 1943.
Why similar: Strategy 43%, RTS 39.5%, War 17.5%
- #34 Nightside
75% matchMixed62% of 131 reviews2015
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A four races sci-fi base building real time strategy game set on the dark side of an unknown planet where the valuable "green ice" resource can be found.
Why similar: RTS 50.8%, Strategy 44.3%, Indie 5%
- #35 American Conquest: Fight Back
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 599 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
American Conquest: Fight Back is the sequel to American Conquest. The most significant events of that glorious time have found their way into this title.
Why similar: RTS 56%, Strategy 43.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #36 Perimeter
74% matchVery Positive85% of 259 reviews2014
Dev: K-D LabPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Perimeter is an innovative Real-Time-Strategy game that pits players against each other or AI opponents in a life and death struggle to seize territory and establish crucial protective “perimeters.” Players will be introduced to the game’s unique terraforming feature, allowing them to move, build, construct and destroy the map...
Why similar: RTS 53.6%, Strategy 46.4%
- #37 Terra Division
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ushanka Games
Windows
Combine FPS skill and RTS strategy in one game. From the strategic overview of a commander to the focused fire of a frontline soldier, every perspective serves the same purpose: absolute victory. Experience a war where every life has value and every order carries the weight of consequence.
Why similar: RTS 46.6%, Strategy 23.9%, War 10.5%, Top-Down 9.2%, Resource Management 4.4%
- #38 Horn sounds
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Soomka Games
Windows
Your task is to destroy all enemies on the map. Farms will provide you with provisions, with which you can hire new soldiers. Gather squads, hire new soldiers, capture farms... All this will help you win!
Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Strategy 36.9%, War 17%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #39 Machines At War 3
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 85 reviews2014
Dev: Isotope 244 LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Real time strategy game featuring over 130 different types of units and technologies, 21 campaign missions with characters and an intriguing story, unlimited random map skirmishes with many customizable settings, network multiplayer to challenge your friends, and so much more in this RTS!
Why similar: RTS 49.1%, Strategy 46.3%, Indie 4.6%
- #40 Kuroba: Oghuz
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ancyra Studio
Windows
Kuroba is a historical RTS set in the brutal frontier of 13th-century Anatolia. Build settlements, manage logistics, and command armies in grounded, realistic combat. No magic, no heroes—only economy, strategy, and leadership determine who endures.
Why similar: RTS 39.1%, Strategy 22.9%, War 17%, Resource Management 8.4%, Management 7.5%
- #41 Planet X3 (DOS)
72% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: 8-Bit Productions, LLCPub: NMSE & Co LLC
Windows · Mac
Planet X3 is a new retro real-time strategy game for DOS. You are up against the Protoids. You need to mine resources, build infrastructure and build offensive units to defeat them. All while protecting your bases. Relive the VGA, AdLib and keyboard controls experience of early 90s PC gaming.
Why similar: RTS 42.5%, Strategy 32.9%, Resource Management 13.9%, Top-Down 8.4%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #42 Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
71% matchVery Positive86% of 91,161 reviews2021
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 75.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 40.8%, Strategy 25.1%, War 15.8%, Resource Management 8.8%, Management 3.9%
- #43 UNDEAD FACTORY:Zombie Pandemic
71% matchMixed58% of 100 reviews2018
Dev: BTD STUDIO Co.,ltd.
Windows
Survive zombie apocalypse! Plunder resources for survival!
Why similar: RTS 51.9%, Strategy 45.2%, Indie 2.8%
- #44 Command & Conquer™ Tiberian Sun™ and Firestorm™
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,188 reviews2024
Dev: Westwood StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 42%
The Second Tiberium War begins in this legendary sequel to the original Command & Conquer. With his forces stronger than ever, arch villain and leader of The Brotherhood of Nod - Kane - is pitched in an epic battle against the world's war machine - the Global Defense Initiative.
Why similar: RTS 51.8%, Strategy 45.9%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #45 Real Warfare 1242
71% matchMixed55% of 92 reviews2011
Dev: Unicorn Games StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Real Warfare: 1242, is a realistic real-time strategy game based on authentic historic events.
Why similar: Strategy 60.4%, RTS 39.6%
- #46 Ironwood Conquest
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MrMero
Windows
Medieval RTS game with building, management, and online multiplayer battles. Climb the ranks, play casual games, or create custom matches. Battle against computer opponents or challenge friends and foes in thrilling multiplayer battles.
Why similar: RTS 46.1%, Strategy 28%, Top-Down 13.8%, War 11.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #47 Majesty 2 Collection
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,531 reviews2011
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the Kingdom. Your rule is not absolute, however, as you face subjects that are independent and stubborn. They will need a great deal of persuasion before they carry out your wishes...
Why similar: RTS 56.2%, Strategy 42.8%, Singleplayer 1%
- #48 Arena Wars 2
70% matchMostly Negative32% of 387 reviews2012
Dev: ExDream GmbHPub: Just a Game
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 19%
Arena Wars 2 is the sequel of the award-winning Arena Wars series and combines revolutionary RTS fights with RPG elements.
Why similar: Strategy 54.5%, RTS 45.5%
- #49 Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars
69% matchMixed58% of 642 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars sends the player into the heroic XIX century where they assume the role of a commander to take part in the massive historical battles for the supremacy over Europe.
Why similar: Strategy 54.5%, RTS 45.5%
- #50 StarSim: BattleZone
67% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Viktor Martynovsky
Windows
StarSim: BattleZone is a real-time strategy (RTS) game set in the StarSim universe. Take command of an army and lead your faction to victory. Gameplay includes classic RTS mechanics such as: building a base, gathering resources, researching new technologies, building defences, training units, etc.
Why similar: RTS 49.1%, Strategy 30.1%, Top-Down 13.2%, PvE 6.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #51 Lootfest Wars
68% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2018
Dev: vikingfabian
Windows
A relaxing RTS
Why similar: RTS 51.8%, Strategy 42.8%, Indie 5.4%
- #52 Tanks vs Aliens
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: VR FeaturesPub: K Bros Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Hordes of alien tanks have flooded the streets, spreading chaos and terror everywhere they go. You’re the only one who can save humanity! Explore the world of futuristic tank battles in a brand new real-time strategy and base defense game.
Why similar: Strategy 57.2%, RTS 41.4%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #53 9th Company: Roots Of Terror
69% matchMixed59% of 251 reviews2009
Dev: Новый ДискPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 45%
9th Company Roots of Terror is an action-oriented real-time strategy game based on actual events that took place during the Soviet military campaign in Afghanistan.
Why similar: RTS 54.2%, Strategy 45.8%
- #54 JKRobots
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JKRobots
Windows
A real time strategy game, push the robots off the map to win, but they push back.
Why similar: RTS 56.5%, Strategy 31.2%, 3D 10.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #55 Act of War: Direct Action
67% matchVery Positive91% of 603 reviews2008
Dev: Eugen SystemsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Tomorrow's War Is NOW Ripped from today's headlines, Act of War: Direct Action™ is a frightening tale of suspense, international intrigue and geopolitical military conflict. This real-time strategy experience puts you squarely in control of counterterrorist forces and delivers a first look at tomorrow's war.
Why similar: RTS 60%, Strategy 16.1%, War 12.7%, Top-Down 7.1%, 3D 3.7%
- #56 American Conquest
68% matchMixed68% of 673 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
In American Conquest, Players set sail from Europe to discover new world and conquer its innumerable riches.
Why similar: RTS 53.5%, Strategy 45.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #57 Koloni
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UnwareStudio
Windows
Koloni is a city-building strategy game that puts you in charge of a group of pioneers who have discovered a new land to colonize. However, you're not alone in your quest to settle on this uncharted territory, as other groups have their sights set on the same land.
Why similar: RTS 34%, Strategy 18.3%, War 11.9%, Resource Management 11.5%, PvE 8.3%
- #58 The Seven Years War (1756-1763)
67% matchMixed65% of 133 reviews2015
Dev: Oliver Keppelmüller
Windows
Lead your nation through the trials of the first world war in history! Play huge campaigns with 5 playable nations or fight historic realtime battles. Beside of beating the enemy on the battlefield you now have to set up a working economy to supply your troops and your people!
Why similar: RTS 41.4%, Strategy 35.9%, War 22.7%