Games Like Age of Mythology: Extended Edition

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: Mythology 37.5%, RTS 34.1%, Strategy 13.4%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Fantasy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It is the most direct alternative possible, modernizing the same civs, god powers, myth units, and campaign structure that made the original so beloved.

42 Civilizations, 229 Campaign Missions, Singleplayer, Co-Op, Multiplayer, In-Game Editor, Mods, Cross-play...It is good to be the king.

Why similar: RTS 40.2%, Strategy 23.5%, Classic 16.5% ★, Multiplayer 7.9%, Real-Time 3.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: This is the closest non-mythology match for AoM’s villager economy, age progression, counter-based armies, and classic Ensemble RTS flow.

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 55.3%, Strategy 28.1%, Multiplayer 10.2%, Historical 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a modern take on the Age formula with strong faction asymmetry, readable battles, and polished base-building strategy.

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

Why similar: RTS 27.7%, Classic 23.4% ★, Strategy 14.7%, Nostalgia 14.7% ★, Epic 7% ★

Why You'll Like It: Its age progression, territorial expansion, and classic macro-heavy RTS pacing make it a great fit for players who love AoM’s empire-building side.

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.

Why similar: RTS 52.1%, Strategy 29.3%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Historical 5.3%, Co-op 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: Another close sibling from the same design lineage, with fast base-building, civ identity, and flashy powers that echo AoM’s momentum.

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 36.2%, Strategy 22.3%, Classic 22.2% ★, Multiplayer 7.2%, Historical 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: AoM grew directly out of this formula, so its ancient setting and straightforward gather-build-tech-attack loop feel instantly familiar.

Godsworn is a classic mythological RTS. Experience an epic fantasy retelling of the Baltic Crusades, where pagan gods and their tribes clash against crusaders and armies of heaven. Choose a divine hero, rally worshippers alongside mythical creatures, and smite the unworthy!

Why similar: Mythology 38.8%, RTS 34.1%, Real-Time 10.5% ★, Multiplayer 7.6%, Fantasy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: This mythological RTS leans into heroes, divine powers, and faction identity in a way that clearly targets the Age of Mythology audience.

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

Why similar: RTS 43.7%, Classic 22.3% ★, Strategy 21.2%, Multiplayer 7.2%, Real-Time 2.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: Built on the Age engine, it plays strikingly similarly to AoM in economy, teching, base layout, and army control despite the different theme.

Return of the Classic, now remastered! Battle Realms is a fantasy RTS inspired by the stories told in martial- arts movies and oriental mythology. Develop your peasants into a highly trained and deadly efficient clan of warriors who are ready to die with your name on their lips.

Why similar: RTS 40.2%, Classic 28.3% ★, Strategy 23.9%, Multiplayer 5%, Fantasy 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Another classic RTS with mystical flavor, unique unit progression, and a campaign-driven style that resonates with AoM’s era of design.

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 52.7%, Strategy 22.1%, Classic 8.8% ★, Multiplayer 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a streamlined but satisfying RTS loop with distinct factions, strong campaign focus, and smooth escalation from base-building to big clashes.

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 41.2%, Classic 26.1% ★, Strategy 17.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Multiplayer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: If you mainly want the nostalgic feel of harvesting, base-building, and commanding armies in a classic RTS, this is one of the strongest alternatives.

SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!

Why similar: RTS 51.6%, Strategy 22.2%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%, Fantasy 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This fantasy RTS/RPG hybrid scratches the same itch for hero-led armies, faction flavor, and large-scale battles with magical spectacle.

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 50%, Strategy 27.3%, Multiplayer 11.5%, Historical 6.6%, Co-op 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its emphasis on booming economies, tech progression, and enormous armies makes it a strong pick for players who enjoy AoM’s macro scale.

Stronghold Crusader 2 is the long awaited sequel to the original castle sim. After 12 years Stronghold returns to the desert with a new 3D engine and powerful Havok Physics. Crusader 2 recaptures the original game’s addictive, fast-paced gameplay and authentic castle simulation.

Why similar: RTS 35.3%, Strategy 31%, Classic 16.9% ★, Multiplayer 8.6%, Historical 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the pleasure of building up an economy and fortified base before unleashing large medieval RTS battles.

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

Why similar: RTS 47.7%, Strategy 23.1%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Real-Time 7.7% ★, Great Soundtrack 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: This colorful traditional RTS offers asymmetrical civilizations and a clean, familiar economy-to-battle flow similar to classic Age games.

Zeus + Poseidon delivers hundreds of hours of gameplay in one game!

Why similar: Mythology 44.2%, Classic 25.6% ★, Strategy 25.5%, Historical 2.8%, Simulation 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is more city-builder than RTS, but few games match AoM as well on sheer ancient-mythology atmosphere and divine theme.

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: Strategy 52.8%, RTS 39.6%, Multiplayer 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It is more tactics-focused than AoM, but its ancient setting and classic battlefield readability still make it a solid adjacent recommendation.

Inspired by The Iliad and brought to life through the award-winning strategy game series, A Total War Saga: TROY brings a blend of grand, turn-based empire management and spectacular real-time battles to the heart of the Trojan War.

Why similar: RTS 32.7%, Mythology 31.2%, Strategy 17.4%, Multiplayer 5.9%, Historical 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It shifts into Total War’s hybrid structure, but its Bronze Age warfare and myth-inflected atmosphere are an excellent thematic fit.

Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.

Why similar: RTS 39.5%, Classic 30.1% ★, Strategy 26.5%, Fantasy 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its fantasy setting, hero persistence, asymmetric races, and spell-heavy battles make it a natural deep-cut recommendation for AoM fans.

All of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War in one glorious package. Play the genre-defining classic real time strategy game in all its blood-soaked glory, including four complete campaigns and nine full-fledged factions.

Why similar: RTS 45.7%, Strategy 21.3%, Classic 11.2% ★, Real-Time 6% ★, Multiplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Though more squad-focused, it delivers memorable factions, powers, and a classic RTS campaign structure with plenty of personality.

The Absolute Evil and its trusted *cough* servant, the Dark Elf Thalya, return in Dungeons 4 after the events of its fabulous predecessor to bring about their triumph over the forces of good once more.

Why similar: RTS 51.5%, Strategy 21.2%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Fantasy 5.4%, Co-op 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its fantasy creatures, spell use, and strategic map pressure will appeal if you enjoy AoM for its magical warfare more than strict historical RTS.

Impossible Creatures is a 3D RTS game that pits the player against an evil villain. Using Earth’s most formidable animals as building blocks, the player must create an army of genetically-altered mutant monsters in a titanic struggle to protect an unsuspecting world.

Why similar: RTS 41.5%, Classic 25.3% ★, Strategy 18%, Real-Time 7.4% ★, Multiplayer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the classic gather-build-battle rhythm intact while replacing myth units with inventive custom creature armies.

Experience the epic space strategy games that redefined the RTS genre. Control your fleet and build an armada across more than 30 single-player missions. Choose unit types, fleet formations and flight tactics for each strategic situation.

Why similar: RTS 36.2%, Classic 26.7% ★, Strategy 15.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Epic 5.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: It matches AoM less in theme than in that same sense of commanding an epic, classic RTS with strong atmosphere and memorable campaigns.

Loria is a homage to classics from golden era of strategy games, with modern spin on controls and user experience.

Why similar: RTS 45.5%, Strategy 30.5%, Classic 22.2% ★, Story Rich 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A compact fantasy RTS with old-school base-building and magical armies, it fits well if you want a lighter modern throwback to classic RTS design.

Wage a campaign of brutal conquest in this realm-shattering real-time strategy game set in the Warhammer Age of Sigmar universe. Become a warlord and lead four unique factions to conquer the wild and savage Realm of Ghur in tense and tactical battles.

Why similar: RTS 55.1%, Strategy 23.5%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Fantasy 5.7%, Tactical 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers fantasy faction warfare and tactical real-time battles, though it is more streamlined and less economy-driven than AoM.

From the Command & Conquer veterans at Petroglyph comes the first ever survival RTS set in the savage world of Conan the Barbarian. Play solo or team up in multiplayer in Conan Unconquered’s action-packed co-op Mode where you build a shared stronghold and fend off the hordes together.

Why similar: RTS 49.9%, Strategy 34.4%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Co-op 3.2%, Simulation 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: This survival-leaning RTS emphasizes tense base-building under pressure, which can scratch the same defensive macro itch as AoM’s harder scenarios.

Get ready for an exciting real-time strategy game experience like no other with Seven Kingdoms 2! Say goodbye to the monotony of resource gathering and army building, its unique gameplay offers a thrilling blend of city management, trade, industry, espionage, diplomacy, and conquest!

Why similar: RTS 43.8%, Strategy 18.4%, Classic 16.2% ★, Multiplayer 7.6%, Historical 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This older strategy game blends economy, warfare, and mythic elements in a way that makes it an interesting off-path match for AoM fans.

Age of Empires II has been re-imagined in high definition. With the release of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, this product will not be updated further.

Why similar: RTS 39.4%, Classic 26.5% ★, Strategy 19.4%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Real-Time 2.9% ★

Northgard: Definitive Edition is a critically acclaimed real-time strategy game based on Norse mythology. Lead your clan, uncover the secrets of a mysterious newfound continent and defeat your enemies to conquer the Throne!

Why similar: RTS 57.1%, Strategy 24.1%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Simulation 4%, Tactical 3.1%

The most popular Heroes® title of all time is back in HD! Fifteen years later, rediscover the epic tale of Queen Catherine Ironfist, as she re-embarks on her critically acclaimed quest to unite her ravaged homeland and re-conquer the kingdom of Erathia.

Why similar: Classic 47.7% ★, Strategy 23.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Multiplayer 8.1%, Nostalgia 5.8% ★

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: Nostalgia 36.4% ★, RTS 32.7%, Strategy 11.3%, Multiplayer 8.9%, Classic 6.6% ★

Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.

Why similar: RTS 51.5%, Strategy 30.1%, Historical 6.9%, Multiplayer 6.6%, Tactical 3.5%

Cossacks: Back to War contains all of the gameplay features of Cossacks: European Wars and Cossacks: The Art of War, this is a complete care package for all current and future Cossacks fans. This add-on contains two new nations: Switzerland and Hungary.

Why similar: Classic 33.1% ★, RTS 29%, Strategy 22.5%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Nostalgia 6.2% ★

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: RTS 53.2%, Strategy 26.7%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Historical 7.2%, Simulation 3%

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 55.9%, Strategy 22.5%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Tactical 3.1%, Co-op 3%

Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!

Why similar: Strategy 64.4%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Classic 8.9% ★, Fantasy 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%

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: RTS 55.8%, Strategy 32.9%, Historical 7.1%, Simulation 2.6%, Atmospheric 1.6%

Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!

Why similar: Mythology 39.1%, Nostalgia 33.6% ★, Strategy 12.8%, Multiplayer 11.7%, Co-op 1.9%

Catapult werewolves over castle walls, incinerate troops with dragon fire and command the Knights of the Round Table! This remaster of the mythical ‘castle sim’ features Steam multiplayer, Workshop support, new maps, achievements and DLC campaigns.

Why similar: RTS 50.1%, Strategy 19.5%, Real-Time 16% ★, Historical 7.1%, Fantasy 4.4%

Welcome to Age of Wonders, the authentic turn based fantasy strategy classic that started the hit series. Age of Wonders’ intimate atmosphere with painterly graphics still shines today. The game’s fully patched up, start building your fantasy empire today!

Why similar: Classic 42.8% ★, Strategy 34.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Fantasy 6.1%, Multiplayer 5.7%

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 65.6%, Strategy 24.3%, Multiplayer 4.1%, Real-Time 2.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 2.4%

Reintroducing a classic from the golden era of gaming, the original empire building space RTS, Imperium Galactica 2 is back and looking better than ever with new high-res textures and vivid colors.

Why similar: Strategy 38.9%, RTS 31.2%, Classic 30% ★

Ancestors Legacy is a squad-based real time strategy with a strong focus on tactics. Inspired by medieval European history, it brings to life four different nations and their conflicts, usually solved by war.

Why similar: RTS 42.8%, Strategy 26.4%, Real-Time 8.1% ★, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Multiplayer 5.3%

For its 10 year anniversary, Titan Quest will shine in new splendour. This Anniversary Edition combines both Titan Quest and Titan Quest Immortal Throne in one game, and has been given a massive overhaul for the ultimate ARPG experience.

Why similar: Mythology 51.6%, Classic 27.4% ★, Multiplayer 9.5%, Great Soundtrack 4%, Co-op 2.5%

Act of Aggression – Reboot Edition brings the techno-thriller RTS game Act of Aggression to a higher level. The Reboot Edition offers a full gameplay overhaul in skirmish mode against the AI and in your multiplayer battles.

Why similar: RTS 56.7%, Strategy 22.3%, Classic 9.7% ★, Multiplayer 7.9%, Real-Time 1.4% ★

One of the most innovative Real-Time Strategy Games comes back totally renewed and improved to the smallest detail, with epic large scale battles, new civilizations, unit customization system never seen before in a game, 8K support, and much more.

Why similar: RTS 64.8%, Strategy 26.6%, Historical 8.6%

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: Classic 37.4% ★, RTS 35.1%, Strategy 19.9%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Might & Magic® Heroes® VII makes a triumphant return bringing you the essence of turn based strategy gaming. Set in a fantasy universe with RPG progression with a strong story narrative, you will embark on a journey that you will never forget!

Why similar: Strategy 54.8%, Multiplayer 15.8%, Classic 14.1% ★, Fantasy 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Rising Kingdoms is a fantasy-themed RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2005

Why similar: RTS 56.2%, Strategy 43.8%

Relive the captivating gameplay of a true city-building classic with Anno® 1404 History Edition.

Why similar: Strategy 50.9%, Multiplayer 20.7%, RTS 11.5%, Simulation 7%, Co-op 5.3%

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete, the latest offering in the Sid Meier's Civilization III franchise, provides gaming fans with Sid Meier's Civilization III, the highly-addictive journey of discovery.

Why similar: Classic 47.4% ★, Strategy 38%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Historical 5.8%, Simulation 1.3%

Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.

Why similar: Strategy 31.5%, RTS 31.5%, Classic 16.1% ★, Historical 6.9%, Multiplayer 6.4%

Rediscover the classic gameplay of 1701 A.D. and its expansion The Sunken Dragon in Anno® 1701 History Edition.

Why similar: RTS 57.2%, Strategy 27.7%, Historical 6.1%, Simulation 5.1%, Multiplayer 2.4%

Be the Ultimate Modern Warfare General

Why similar: RTS 42.7%, Strategy 32.7%, Multiplayer 13.5%, Classic 8.8% ★, Singleplayer 1.6%

Conquer the ancient Greek world in Hegemony Gold: Wars of Ancient Greece, an epic strategy wargame that expands and refines the award-winning Hegemony: Philip of Macedon with brand new content and features.

Why similar: RTS 45.8%, Strategy 44.1%, Historical 10.2%

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 63.6%, Strategy 26.2%, Multiplayer 6.1%, Atmospheric 1.6%, Story Rich 1.1%

Enjoy an unforgettable blast from the past with this classic real-time strategy experience. This all-inclusive bundle includes the original 22 missions from State of War (2000), and 16 additional missions from its sequel, State of War: Warmonger (2003).

Why similar: RTS 35.5%, Classic 32% ★, Strategy 30.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Action 0.8%

The world erupts in conflict as Soviet forces invade American soil in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. You are the Supreme Commander. Arm yourself to the teeth with top-secret technologies and lead the Soviet or Allied troops to victory.

Why similar: RTS 44.5%, Classic 21.5% ★, Strategy 18.3%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%