- #1 Victoria 3
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 58,205 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 114.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Political Sim 12.1% ★, Diplomacy 10.4% ★, Politics 10.1% ★, Capitalism 7.7%
- #2 Gilded Destiny
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aquila InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Forge empires, incite revolutions, and reshape society in Gilded Destiny, the definitive grand strategy game of the Industrial Age. Take command of your chosen nation and lead it to glory through masterful diplomacy, sweeping industrialization, and decisive warfare.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 11.1% ★, Diplomacy 10.8% ★, Political Sim 10.8% ★, Politics 10.5% ★, Real-Time with Pause 8.6% ★
- #3 Trade Conquest
96% 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: Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, Political Sim 12.4% ★, Diplomacy 11.9% ★, Politics 11.6% ★, Real-Time with Pause 10.3% ★
- #4 Victoria II
95% matchVery Positive92% of 19,875 reviews2010
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion and colonization, to finally become a truly great power by the dawn of the 20th century. Victoria II is a grand strategy game played during the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country, guiding...
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.4% ★, Political Sim 14.3% ★, Politics 13.7% ★, Historical 9.7%, Real-Time with Pause 9.1% ★
- #5 1992: Rasputie
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: A2B games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take a place of a politician in the post-Soviet space and immerse yourself in the struggle for power amid the ruins of the former empire. Your decisions will determine the path of the young state's development.
Why similar: Political Sim 15.6% ★, Politics 12.2% ★, Grand Strategy 12% ★, Capitalism 8.5%, Political 8.2% ★
- #6 Arms Race 2
94% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race 2 is a PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR that took place in the 20th century.
Why similar: Political Sim 15.7% ★, Grand Strategy 15.4% ★, Diplomacy 15.3% ★, Politics 9.5% ★, Alternate History 9.1%
- #7 Hedge Fund Tycoon
93% matchMixed42% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: Stikcy
Windows
Are you ready to climb the ranks of the elite and become the wealthiest hedge fund in the world? In this thrilling new stock market game, you'll trade stocks, bonds, and use corruption to achieve your goals. Don't miss your chance to dominate the world of finance and amass a fortune.
Why similar: Political Sim 16.6% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Politics 13.3% ★, Capitalism 11.8%, Diplomacy 10.8% ★
- #8 Strategeist
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Starfish, Inc.
Windows
Become a strategeist and lead one of hundreds of nations on the globe across centuries of conflict and diplomacy in this grand strategy game. Balance war, politics, and internal institutions to shape the fate of your empire, and secure your legacy in history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18% ★, Diplomacy 14.2% ★, Politics 11.5% ★, Historical 10.1%, Alternate History 8.3%
- #9 Three Kingdoms : Alias
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plotrick
Windows
A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.
Why similar: Political Sim 15.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Politics 13% ★, Diplomacy 9.4% ★, Historical 8.7%
- #10 Politica: Nothing Ideological. It's Just Business
91% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Festina Lente Games
Windows
Politica is a mini-game political simulator. Assuming the role of a lobbyist in republican Italy, players will have to accumulate as much money and power as possible through lobbying strategies, political relations and intrigue.
Why similar: Political Sim 22% ★, Politics 20.4% ★, Capitalism 12.4%, Diplomacy 10.4% ★, Grand Strategy 8.6% ★
- #11 Systemic War
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play of Battle SA
Windows
Lead your nation in a modern grand strategy game (2008–2025), using a macroeconomic model with exchange rates, diplomacy, and hybrid warfare. Engage in kinetic warfare on the strategic map, then shift to RTS battles at focal points.
Why similar: Diplomacy 14.6% ★, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Political Sim 12.6% ★, Capitalism 8.5%, Alternate History 8.5%
- #12 AfterWar
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Political Sim 14.1% ★, Politics 13.2% ★, Capitalism 10.8%, Diplomacy 10.6% ★
- #13 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
89% 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: Grand Strategy 17.3% ★, Politics 13.8% ★, Diplomacy 13% ★, Political 9.7% ★, Economy 9.1%
- #14 Grey Eminence
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Nestinars
Windows
Spanning from 1356 to 1956, steer the fate of any country on Earth through six epic centuries of conflict. Diplomacy, economics, warfare and intrigue are all weapons in your arsenal to transform the world that was into the world that could be.
Why similar: Political Sim 15.1% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Diplomacy 13.9% ★, Capitalism 9.8%, Alternate History 8.5%
- #15 Blood & Bananas
87% matchMixed64% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Spotted Moth
Windows
Enter the world of corporate politics, in this cold war grand strategy, become a monopoly of resources, buy the market, build an army, drop a nuke or hire a spy as you conspire against your peers and leaders. Become the greatest power via trade or war, in blood & bananas
Why similar: Political Sim 15.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.1% ★, Capitalism 12%, Diplomacy 11.9% ★, Politics 9.4% ★
- #16 Rename the History
86% match7 user reviews50% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Codime Dev
Windows
Lead your country in one of the most difficult periods of post-war history. At this time, you will have to choose between the strong, or become a great power. To go west or east? It's up to you to decide.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Diplomacy 13.9% ★, Historical 9.6%, Alternate History 9.5%, Politics 9.3% ★
- #17 Plutocracy
86% matchVery Positive80% of 1,348 reviews2019
Dev: Redwood
Windows · Mac · Linux
The business simulator Plutocracy gives you the chance to become wealthy and powerful to take control over the world. Where policy, laws, officials and people are only the chess pieces how do you play your game?
Why similar: Political Sim 16% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Politics 14.2% ★, Capitalism 10.4%, Political 8.5% ★
- #18 Clockwork Dawn
85% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Terra Studios LLC
Windows
A new dawn approaches with the advent of intricate mechanical designs that will transform the world into an era of steam and steel. Take control of a country in this alternate history steampunk timeline and either survive and prosper or be forgotten in the dust of ages past.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Political Sim 15.1% ★, Diplomacy 13.7% ★, Alternate History 10.6%, Historical 9.2%
- #19 War and Politics
84% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: JIYUTORISEI
Windows
A strategy simulation that combines elements of war and politics. Take on the role of President (or Prime Minister) and manage the government, policy, taxes, military, and diplomacy. Win elections and achieve victory in war. Turn your beliefs into reality.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.5% ★, Diplomacy 17% ★, Politics 12.5% ★, Grand Strategy 12.3% ★, Economy 8.6%
- #20 Democracy 4
84% 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 17.9% ★, Political Sim 17.8% ★, Diplomacy 14.3% ★, Grand Strategy 12.5% ★, Economy 9.1%
- #21 Imperialism: Concert of Europe
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Decision Space
Windows
It is the 19th century - an age of steam power, revolution, and imperialist expansion. Engage in turn-based gameplay as you strive to ascend to unparalleled power through astute management of trade, industry, research, diplomacy, colonization, and warfare.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Politics 12.6% ★, Capitalism 11.6%, Alternate History 10%
- #22 Europa Universalis IV
82% 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: Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Real-Time with Pause 12.4% ★, Historical 9.7%, Alternate History 8.3%
- #23 The Emperor and State
82% matchMixed57% of 317 reviews2024
Dev: 涂途Pub: Hawthorn Games
Windows
The Emperor and State is a turn-based strategy game that simulates the rule of an ancient feudal monarch. It involves the administration, policy adjustment, diplomatic checks and balances, national wars, as well as the emperor's self-cultivation, the cultivation of successors and so on.
Why similar: Diplomacy 16.5% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Politics 15.5% ★, Historical 9.7%, Alternate History 9.6%
- #24 昭明日月 Pax Serica: Rise of the Ming
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Serica Dynamics Studio
Windows
昭昭天命,复归大明。在星变时空的恢弘重塑中,熔铸八十三载春秋:变钞法以通有无,革军制而强九边;修水利以固邦本,改科举而纳贤良。崇格物方致知穷理;兴矿冶而器利工商。靖九边以抚八方,镇四海而服万邦。于庙算奏疏间,重整日月山河;在革故鼎新中,再创中华治世。一切,皆在你一念之间。
Why similar: Political Sim 18.3% ★, Historical 12.7%, Alternate History 12.6%, Capitalism 12.5%, Economy 10.1%
- #25 Rise of Hegemony
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Loewe
Windows
Take control of a country from its very first beginnings and lead it successfully to become a global hegemon. In a complex simulation of economy, diplomacy and warfare the path you chose to triumph is up to you.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 16.1% ★, Diplomacy 15.8% ★, Politics 13.1% ★, Economy 10%, Alternate History 9.6%
- #26 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
79% 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: Grand Strategy 15.7% ★, Political Sim 14.9% ★, Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Politics 12.4% ★, Political 7.5% ★
- #27 Government Simulator 2
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ambiera
Windows
Government Simulator 2 is based on real world statistics and data and lets you control a whole country, like the USA, Germany, UK, France, Russia, and others: Change laws, taxes and budgets, and see what happens. Manage emergencies, impose tariffs, start wars.
Why similar: Political Sim 20.6% ★, Politics 20.1% ★, Diplomacy 13.8% ★, Political 9.9% ★, Economy 9.4%
- #28 Orbi Universo II
79% matchVery Positive82% of 71 reviews2025
Dev: Orbi Universo Team
Windows · Linux
Guide your very own civilization's destiny in this abstract strategy sim. Master a complex node system, overcome unique challenges, and evolve your society from humble beginnings to the mastery of the atom. Can your civilization *really* withstand the test of time?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Real-Time with Pause 13.5% ★, Political Sim 13.3% ★, Politics 13.2% ★, Historical 11.3%
- #29 State of Affairs
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Top Sigma Studios
Windows · Mac
State of Affairs is a realistic geopolitical simulator where you lead a nation through pivotal historical moments. Manage legislative bodies, balance factional tensions, and make strategic decisions that shape the political, economic, and social future of your country.
Why similar: Political Sim 21.2% ★, Politics 17.9% ★, Economy 11.6%, Political 10.4% ★, Diplomacy 7.1% ★
- #30 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 21.2% ★, Political Sim 19.2% ★, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Economy 9.1%, Wargame 7.4%
- #31 Realpolitiks
78% 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 24.8% ★, Political Sim 20.5% ★, Politics 19.2% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Strategy 7.6%
- #32 Lawgivers
77% 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: Political Sim 19.3% ★, Politics 18.1% ★, Diplomacy 16.2% ★, Grand Strategy 10.9% ★, Capitalism 9.8%
- #33 ELHKIA
76% matchNo user reviews
Windows
ELHKIA is a GPT-powered political sim where you write down your own campaign promises. Sway the public while dodging tomatoes and shape the world with your own words.
Why similar: Political Sim 16.3% ★, Diplomacy 16.2% ★, Politics 16.1% ★, Grand Strategy 16% ★, Economy 9.1%
- #34 World Warfare & Economics
76% 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: Political Sim 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Politics 12.7% ★, Economy 8.4%
- #35 Rise to Power: Banana Republic
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pizza OK Games
Windows
Take on the role of an ordinary citizen and build your political career: lead parties, influence the media, control institutions and decide the fate of Isla Paraíso.
Why similar: Political Sim 23.7% ★, Politics 21.6% ★, Diplomacy 14.1% ★, Political 11.3% ★, Economy 9.7%
- #36 Age of History II
75% 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 19.8% ★, Historical 14.3%, Political Sim 13.5% ★, Diplomacy 11% ★, Politics 9.7% ★
- #37 King's Orders
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 238 reviews2024
Dev: AFTERLIFE👻Pub: Games Operators
Windows
King's Orders is a simplified historical strategy game with an important innovation. You command your armies by sending letters with orders. Messengers with these letters travel the land and can be lost or intercepted. Generals execute orders upon receipt and send you reports the same dangerous way.
Why similar: Political Sim 14% ★, Diplomacy 13.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.7% ★, Political 10.3% ★, Historical 7.9%
- #38 Age of Resistance
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Luis Humberto
Windows
Age of Resistance is a modern grand strategy set in South America. Manage your economy, internal stability, political ideologies, and regional conflicts in real-time with pause. Will you be able to dominate the continent?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Diplomacy 17.6% ★, Political Sim 12.7% ★, Wargame 7.6%, Strategy 6.1%
- #39 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: Political Sim 16.7% ★, Politics 16.4% ★, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Diplomacy 11.1% ★, Alternate History 9.9%
- #40 Government Contractors: Arms of Influence
73% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Dan K.Pub: Strategy Games Interactive
Windows
Historically accurate strategy game where you act as a government contractor researching, developing, and manufacturing weapons and technology for your clients. You choose the parts for each product, but be aware that cheap or wrong political choices may affect your success rate!
Why similar: Political Sim 15.1% ★, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, Diplomacy 13.4% ★, Capitalism 9.8%, Economy 7.5%
- #41 Uncharted Sectors
72% matchNo user reviews2029
Dev: Luc ToupensePub: N42C
Windows · Linux
A grand strategy game built on a deep economic simulation and orchestrated by an intelligent AI storyteller. Ensure the survival of your domain at the edge of the galaxy: colonize worlds, manage populations, navigate politics, design custom goods, and master dynamic markets.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Political Sim 15.8% ★, Economy 11.5%, Capitalism 10.9%
- #42 Dummynation
71% 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: Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Diplomacy 19% ★, Economy 10.3%, Political Sim 10% ★, Politics 9.2% ★
- #43 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.1% ★, Historical 11.9%, Alternate History 9.9%, Economy 8.6%
- #44 Konkwest
70% matchPositive95% of 41 reviews2024
Dev: Vincent Creative Technologies
Windows
The arcade grand strategy game. In Konkwest you and your friends can play through a world conquest campaign in an evening. Many historical starting scenarios bring you into the game world and let you lead your empire to glory. The single-resource economy makes the game accessible to all.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Diplomacy 17% ★, Politics 15.6% ★, Political Sim 11.8% ★, Alternate History 9.8%
- #45 Just Power: The Papal States
71% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Stikcy Games
Windows
Are you ready to found a dynasty which controls the Holy See over the centuries? Climb the hierarchies, hire your relatives, blackmail and bribe to get everything you want in this turn-based political simulator.
Why similar: Political Sim 18.6% ★, Politics 18.5% ★, Diplomacy 18.3% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Economy 9.5%
- #46 Globalism
70% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: igelanium games
Windows
A global strategy for the 21st century. The threat of nuclear war, economic inequality, overpopulation of some regions and extinction of other regions, the crisis of capitalism... Find your solutions to the current problems of mankind!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Political Sim 16.5% ★, Politics 13.2% ★, Economy 9.2%, War 8.1%
- #47 Europa Universalis III Complete
72% matchVery Positive83% of 1,992 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Europa Universalis III Complete includes the original Europa Universalis III as well as the expansions In Nomine and Napoleons Ambition Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 31.4% ★, Political Sim 23% ★, Historical 14.2%, Real-Time with Pause 12.4% ★, Political 6.4% ★
- #48 Here to Stay
71% matchMixed41% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Jakub KuceraPub: Powerup Company
Windows · Mac
Join the race for power in the new political strategy game. Build a strong political party, win the regional elections and have a majority in parliament. As the head of state, you are in charge of running the state, managing the state budget and diplomacy.
Why similar: Political Sim 20.1% ★, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Diplomacy 17.1% ★, Politics 13.5% ★, Economy 8.6%
- #49 Turkish Throne
68% matchVery Positive94% of 324 reviews2025
Dev: Kurultaic
Windows
Lead your political party in a fierce competition to seize power against major rivals. Invest strategically, secure votes, and navigate crucial decisions to claim the presidential seat. Will you shape the destiny of Turkish politics?
Why similar: Political Sim 23.3% ★, Politics 16.2% ★, Capitalism 12.8%, Alternate History 11.2%, Political 9.4% ★
- #50 Solar Nations 2
69% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2025
Dev: Flomgus Games
Windows
In this Grand Strategy game, you take control of the Solar System's Great Powers in 2092 and weather the storm of change as you navigate the uncertain waters of the future. Control the greatest military forces in the world and wage wars on an epic scale: outer space is yours to conquer!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Political Sim 14.7% ★, Politics 12.4% ★, Real-Time with Pause 11.9% ★, Alternate History 7.9%
- #51 Lawgivers II
69% 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: Political Sim 19.1% ★, Politics 19% ★, Diplomacy 18.7% ★, Grand Strategy 13% ★, Capitalism 12.9%
- #52 Geo-Political Simulator 5
69% 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: Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, Political Sim 19% ★, Capitalism 11.2%, Politics 9.4% ★, Wargame 8.1%
- #53 Mr. President
67% matchVery Positive80% of 86 reviews2026
Dev: Exia Labs
Windows · Mac
Can you face the challenges of the Oval Office? Find out in Mr. President, a sandbox simulation of the U.S. presidency. Pursue your legislative agenda. Compete with rivals Russia and China. Deal with crises from 9/11 to COVID-19; and direct the U.S. military against terror groups and rogue states.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.8% ★, Political Sim 18.6% ★, Diplomacy 17.9% ★, Historical 11%, Wargame 7.5%
- #54 Terra Invicta
66% 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 16.3% ★, Grand Strategy 16% ★, Real-Time with Pause 12.7% ★, Historical 9.4%, Economy 9.1%
- #55 States of Power
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sarunas
Windows
Lead your nation in this strategy wargame set during WWII. Build up the economy, command unit divisions and dominate the world, online or in singleplayer! Create custom and alternate history scenarios, simulate them or play as one of the nations.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Real-Time with Pause 15.9% ★, Diplomacy 12.9% ★, Alternate History 10.8%, Politics 9% ★
- #56 Arms Race - TCWE
70% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2017
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race - TCWE is PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR
Why similar: Political Sim 22.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Diplomacy 12.9% ★, Historical 8.5%, Economy 8.4%
- #57 王朝:将军觐见
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 三千越甲GameStudio
Windows
《王朝:将军觐见》希望打造一个能自我运行,且符合直觉、合理可信的历史沙盒,从而给玩家足够的游玩自由度。地图的每一个单元格都有居民(POP),他们构成了这个世界的活背景。钱也不仅仅是一个数值,每一个铜板都是由铸币工坊所铸造,并通过税收和交易活动流向整个世界。游戏中的人物是“活”的,他们会置办产业、开展贸易、入朝为官,追求财富和权力。每一个POP、人物的自发活动就像涓涓细流,汇聚在一起就是浩浩汤汤的天下大势,王朝兴颓则是这个舞台最上层的演出。
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Historical 17.4%, Political Sim 16.4% ★, Politics 15.7% ★, Economy 10.1%
- #58 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
66% 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 21% ★, Political Sim 20.6% ★, Politics 10% ★, Capitalism 9.8%, Wargame 8.6%
- #59 EraTurn
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lobelia Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape your civilization’s destiny in this epic turn-based strategy game. Manage resources, advance technology, and conquer through the ages. Every choice transforms history—will your empire rise to greatness or fall to obscurity?
Why similar: Political Sim 15.1% ★, Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Politics 12.6% ★, Capitalism 10.3%
- #60 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition
67% 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 34.1% ★, Politics 21.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Economy 7%, Strategy 5.9%