Games Like Age of History 2: Definitive Edition

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: Political Sim 14.1% ★, Grand Strategy 11.4% ★, Diplomacy 11.1% ★, War 10.6%, World War I 9.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor remains a foundational experience for fans of map-based grand strategy and sandbox conquest.

Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.

Why similar: Diplomacy 22.5% ★, Political 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 14.8% ★, Wargame 13.8%, Alternate History 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for historical grand strategy, offering unparalleled depth in diplomacy, trade, and map-painting.

Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.

Why similar: World War II 26.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Diplomacy 14.2% ★, War 13.7%, Alternate History 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides the most comprehensive grand strategy experience for those specifically interested in World War II military and political management.

Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you create and observe custom AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Paint beautiful maps and scenarios, and command nations to change history into your liking!

Why similar: Political Sim 24.1% ★, Diplomacy 20.6% ★, Wargame 14.7%, World War II 13.5% ★, Sandbox 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the pure sandbox, map-painting, and automated simulation feel of the Age of History series.

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: Political Sim 24.9% ★, Diplomacy 20.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Political 13.8% ★, Historical 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A perfect choice for players who enjoy the economic and political simulation aspects of managing a nation through history.

Real-Time Strategy/Wargame. From World War II through the Cold War and into the future, re-live or re-imagine the tensions and crises of our recent history! Guide your nation through the era of your choice in Campaigns, Scenarios, and Sandboxes, as you make every effort to become Supreme Ruler!

Why similar: Political Sim 18.2% ★, Wargame 15.1%, World War II 14.6% ★, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, World War I 11.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time global strategy with granular military control across a massive timeline.

Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.8% ★, Political 22.6% ★, War 12.9%, Historical 11.1%, Sandbox 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: It excels at blending grand strategy with deep character-driven political intrigue and internal nation management.

Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.

Why similar: Political Sim 31.7% ★, Grand Strategy 25.4% ★, Political 15.5% ★, Historical 8.6%, Strategy 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a massive map and deep internal political management set in the classical era.

A turn-based grand strategy game, simple for newbies yet challenging for masters. As the leader of a nation, you will conquer territories and advance in military, technology, culture, or politics. Choose from historical scenarios or create your own with an editor.

Why similar: World War I 19.4% ★, Diplomacy 18.8% ★, Political 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Sandbox 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox wargame that emphasizes map-based conquest and customizable diplomacy settings.

An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.

Why similar: Diplomacy 27.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.6% ★, War 12.6%, Sandbox 9.2%, Alternate History 9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly complex, realistic geopolitical simulation that challenges players to manage global factions.

Addictive yet chill. An immersive Cold War sandbox. Revive the Cold War in this classic strategy game—easy to pick up, yet challenging and deep, offering endless replayability.

Why similar: Political Sim 24.6% ★, Political 17.3% ★, Wargame 13.8%, Grand Strategy 9.9% ★, Sandbox 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the specific political and military tensions of the Cold War era in a sandbox format.

Lead your people to glory and write a new chapter of history in Realpolitiks II, a real-time grand strategy game where you lead any contemporary nation in an attempt to secure world dominance.

Why similar: Political Sim 40.8% ★, Grand Strategy 24.3% ★, Political 21.3% ★, Strategy 9.8%, Simulation 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern geopolitical simulator that mirrors the political-sim focus and global decision-making of the seed game.

Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?

Why similar: Diplomacy 27.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16% ★, War 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Alternate History 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Blends 4X mechanics with character-driven political drama, bridging the gap between strategy and simulation.

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 60.6% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, War 10.9%, Strategy 6.9%, Simulation 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic geopolitical simulator that allows for total control over a nation's domestic and foreign policy.

Shadow Empire is a deep turn-based 4X wargame with a unique blend of military focus, procedurally generated content and role-playing features. Players take the seat of the supreme ruler of a small nation, with the goal of reconquering a devastated planet.

Why similar: Wargame 30.1%, Grand Strategy 24.5% ★, War 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Strategy 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, procedural wargame that focuses on logistics, empire management, and complex geopolitical survival.

A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.

Why similar: Diplomacy 30.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, War 13.6%, Sandbox 10%, Alternate History 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the complex political and military challenges of stabilizing a region, mirroring the simulation aspects of the seed.

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: Political Sim 19.7% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Political 14.4% ★, Grand Strategy 11.4% ★, Wargame 11%

Why You'll Like It: A highly detailed political simulation set in the chaotic Chinese Warlord Era.

Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.9% ★, Wargame 18.9%, War 18.6%, Historical 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based grand strategy game with a strong focus on regional management and cultural expansion.

Strategic Command: World War I is a new chapter in the Strategic Command Franchise. Relive this momentous conflict from the opening shots of 1914 to the final offensives. Strategic Command: World War I covers all the main aspects and theatres of the war.

Why similar: World War I 46.8% ★, Wargame 24.1%, Strategy 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a classic, highly polished turn-based hex-grid wargame experience.

War in the East 2 is the most comprehensive, most realistic, and most advanced wargame modeling Eastern Front warfare in World War Two.

Why similar: Wargame 29.5%, World War II 25.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, War 11.8%, Strategy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The ultimate deep-dive for players who prioritize granular military wargaming and historical accuracy.

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: Political Sim 31.7% ★, Diplomacy 24.3% ★, Political 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 12.2% ★, Strategy 4%

Why You'll Like It: A pure political simulation that focuses on the domestic policy and governance aspects of grand strategy.

Fantasy Map Simulator: Create and watch imaginary worlds evolve over centuries. Design maps, simulate nations and their politics, and control destinies. See empires rise and fall on your desktop wallpaper. A unique simulation for history buffs and creative minds.

Why similar: Political Sim 30% ★, Grand Strategy 16.6% ★, Wargame 13.8%, Sandbox 12.2%, War 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a lightweight, sandbox-focused approach to map-based world building and historical simulation.

New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.

Why similar: Political Sim 34.9% ★, Wargame 20.2%, Grand Strategy 19.2% ★, Sandbox 12.5%, Strategy 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A complex geopolitical simulator that emphasizes modern international relations and head-of-state management.

The Great War is a turn-based grand strategy game based on the epic struggles of the WWI era. Experience the battles of attrition and punishing artillery barrages. Play as any nation of the period as the modern world of industrialized warfare replaces an age of kings with a struggle of ideologies.

Why similar: World War I 31% ★, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, World War II 12.5% ★, War 9.3%, Sandbox 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the specific geopolitical challenges and alliance systems of the First World War.

Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 52.5% ★, Strategy 20%, Historical 13.8%, Sandbox 6.4%, Simulation 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time grand strategy game that emphasizes map control, diplomacy, and royal court management.

Grand strategy wargame where the destiny of Civilizations rests in your hands - will they stand united under your leadership or fall divided in conflict? Journey through the entire saga of human civilization, from its earliest days to the futuristic era, crafting your legacy age by age.

Why similar: World War I 20.5% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, Wargame 15.6%, World War II 12.9% ★, Grand Strategy 12.1% ★

Developed by a team of experienced modders from the Paradox forum, Darkest Hour is a stand-alone Hearts of Iron game. The game features a mixture of short and in-depth campaigns set across the darkest chapters of the 20th century. Play from the outbreak of the Great War up until the onset of the Cold War.

Why similar: World War II 26.1% ★, World War I 23.6% ★, Grand Strategy 18.8% ★, Wargame 11.6%, Historical 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, highly detailed grand strategy experience that remains a favorite for WWII enthusiasts.

Unity of Command II is the sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed strategy games of all time; a game critics called 'the perfect gateway' into computer war games.

Why similar: World War II 32.3% ★, Wargame 17.7%, Grand Strategy 14.4% ★, War 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a polished, turn-based approach to WWII military operations with a focus on supply lines and tactical movement.

Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.

Why similar: Diplomacy 29.3% ★, Wargame 18.2%, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, War 12.2%, Alternate History 9.5%

Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.

Why similar: War 24.9%, Grand Strategy 23% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.6%, Strategy 9.1%, Sandbox 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that focuses on simple, effective map conquest and multiplayer interaction.

A mix of deep gameplay and rich historical flavor, Aggressors: Ancient Rome lets you relive history as the ruler of one of the mighty civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Choose one of twenty available factions and conquer the world.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 34% ★, Historical 19.6%, Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, War 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that emphasizes resource management, diplomacy, and territorial expansion.

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: Political Sim 25.8% ★, Grand Strategy 22.2% ★, World War I 14.5% ★, Diplomacy 9.3% ★, Historical 7.6%

Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!

Why similar: World War II 23.8% ★, Diplomacy 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.7% ★, War 13.2%, Wargame 10.2%

Select an era, a nation and lead it to greatness or decay. Develop the economy and society, or focus on military and territorial expansion. In Nations you can rule your people for centuries – from ancient times to the modern day and beyond. You shape your state, history and map of the world.

Why similar: Political Sim 21% ★, Diplomacy 17.2% ★, Wargame 15.8%, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, Historical 9%

Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!

Why similar: World War I 28.2% ★, Diplomacy 16.7% ★, War 14.2%, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Wargame 9.8%

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: Political Sim 31.5% ★, Wargame 18.6%, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Political 16.7% ★, War 7%

Hearts of Iron III lets you play the most engaging conflict in world history, World War 2, on all fronts as any country and through multiple different scenarios. Guide your nation to glory between 1936 and 1948 and wage war, conduct diplomacy and build your industry in the most detailed World War 2 game ever made.

Why similar: World War II 35.4% ★, Grand Strategy 27.5% ★, Historical 8.4%, War 6.8%, Strategy 6.1%

Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.

Why similar: Diplomacy 24.4% ★, Political 16.2% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, War 11.2%, Alternate History 9.8%

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 29.1% ★, Political Sim 27.3% ★, Wargame 15.1%, Grand Strategy 14.6% ★, War 8%

Unique combination of turn-based 4X and historical grand strategy with a mythological twist. Explore the ancient world and build a world leading civilization. Survive, expand, conquer... and win!

Why similar: Diplomacy 21.6% ★, Political 18.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.1% ★, War 10.9%, Alternate History 8.7%

A turn-based WWI Grand Strategy game. Rush to field new modern weaponry and survive the horrendous attrition battles. Join the global conflict between the Great Powers of the age and forge a new world order for freedom or tyranny.

Why similar: World War I 28.3% ★, Wargame 15.5%, Political 14.2% ★, Grand Strategy 11.3% ★, War 7.6%

Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards.

Why similar: World War II 29.4% ★, Wargame 18.7%, Grand Strategy 14.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, War 10.7%

AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028

Why similar: Political Sim 24.2% ★, Diplomacy 23.2% ★, Political 17% ★, Grand Strategy 13.6% ★, War 10.5%

Choose a nation and prepare for the greatest conflict in human history, World War II. Build your military and industrial power, form alliances and race to achieve the advanced technologies that will bring total victory in this global-wide turn-based Grand Strategy struggle.

Why similar: World War II 23.2% ★, Grand Strategy 14.4% ★, War 12.8%, Wargame 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.3%

The Operational Art of War IV is the new generation of operational wargames. With more flexibility than before and with a new array of exciting features, it will make you relive the most iconic battles from the dawn of the 20th Century to modern day, including the ones that never occurred!

Why similar: Wargame 28.5%, World War I 25.4% ★, World War II 23.8% ★, Strategy 11.8%, War 7%

Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.1% ★, Political Sim 27.5% ★, Diplomacy 10.1% ★, Historical 7.2%, Political 5.4% ★

The latest edition of the ultrarealistic world simulator where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition! New Additions: dive deeper into the war in the Ukraine with artillery, trenches, mines, troop morale, etc; detailed immigration management; the justice system; and children.

Why similar: Political Sim 38.8% ★, Diplomacy 35.2% ★, Wargame 21.8%, Strategy 3.2%, Simulation 1%

The new 5th edition of the hyperrealistic global simulator game where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition or the president of a large multinational company, with a completely redesigned interface, a new ultra-detailed map, complete control of companies and new scenarios for 2024.

Why similar: Political Sim 30.5% ★, Wargame 18.8%, Political 18.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17% ★, War 8.8%

A turn-based strategy game where you can experience WWII campaigns and explore alternate history scenarios made by the community.

Why similar: Diplomacy 23.9% ★, World War II 18.6% ★, Wargame 17.8%, Alternate History 9.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%

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 28% ★, Political 18.2% ★, Diplomacy 17.9% ★, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Alternate History 9.5%

NationWar 2.0 is a big strategy game based on the theme of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period. There are more than 60 countries to choose from in the game. Map 1: 1 restores the mountainous landscapes and rivers of China.

Why similar: Political Sim 33.8% ★, Grand Strategy 19.2% ★, Wargame 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Sandbox 8.7%

Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.

Why similar: Political 21.2% ★, Diplomacy 19.9% ★, Wargame 16%, Grand Strategy 13.6% ★, War 12.5%

Prove your political brilliance in a grand strategy like no other: pick any contemporary country, set up your government and navigate the pitfalls of domestic and international politics. A glorious destiny awaits - the domination of not just the Earth, but the whole Solar system!

Why similar: Political 24% ★, Diplomacy 21.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16.3% ★, Political Sim 12.9% ★, Sandbox 8.7%

Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.

Why similar: War 29.6%, Sandbox 22.5%, PvP 13%, Historical 12.6%, Strategy 11.7%

A new expansion of the ultra-realistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! New Features for 2021: administration of the EU, Covid vaccinations, Biden's Challenge, political coalitions, diplomatic negotiations, worldwide tax and free-trade agreements.

Why similar: Political Sim 33.8% ★, Wargame 20.3%, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Sandbox 12.1%, Alternate History 7%

Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.

Why similar: Sandbox 38.1%, Historical 23.1%, Strategy 17%, Open World 9.4%, 2D 5.8%

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 26.4% ★, Wargame 16.3%, Grand Strategy 15% ★, War 10.6%, Alternate History 9.2%

In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords，develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements

Why similar: Political Sim 27.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Wargame 13.2%, Sandbox 10.6%, War 9.8%

★Tactics & Collocations 30+ Historical Campaigns: Normandy Landing, Operation Market Garden 2 Warfare Conflict Camps: Allies faction and ally Axis 30+ large battlefield maps are provide in this strategy games Omni-directional combat space: naval battle, air combat, land battle.

Why similar: World War II 23.2% ★, Wargame 19.5%, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, War 12.4%, Sandbox 10.7%