- #1 Age of Wonders 4
97% matchVery Positive81% of 21,784 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.4 hrsMean: 58.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!
Why similar: 4X 32.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Strategy 15.6%, Fantasy 7.6%, RPG 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: The direct successor that refines the tactical combat and empire-building mechanics of its predecessor with modern features.
- #2 Songs of Conquest
96% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: 4X 39.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 25.4%, Strategy 16.3%, Fantasy 9.1%, Tactical 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A modern spiritual successor to classic turn-based strategy games that emphasizes tactical combat and hero-led army management.
- #3 ENDLESS™ Legend
96% matchVery Positive84% of 18,949 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
Why similar: 4X 29% ★, Strategy 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Fantasy 6%
Why You'll Like It: A highly acclaimed fantasy 4X game that offers unique faction mechanics and a beautiful, distinct art style.
- #4 SpellForce: Conquest of Eo
94% matchVery Positive81% of 2,560 reviews2023
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
On a journey to great magical might, explore and control the lands of Eo in this ever-changing turn-based strategy role-playing game. Field armies and heroes in tactical combat, finish hundreds of quests, and gather spells and artefacts to become the most powerful mage of all.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.3%, Strategy 22.4%, Dwarf 20.1% ★, Fantasy 9.8%, RPG 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An excellent hybrid that combines 4X strategy with deep RPG progression and turn-based tactical battles.
- #5 Age of Wonders: Planetfall
95% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,593 reviews2019
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.
Why similar: 4X 28.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 27%, Strategy 18.7%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Hex Grid 5.4% ★
Why You'll Like It: Built on the same engine as the seed game, this title brings the tactical depth of the series to a compelling sci-fi setting.
- #6 Master of Magic
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,174 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic?
Why similar: 4X 40.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 26.1%, Strategy 18%, Fantasy 9.4%, Grand Strategy 5.4% ★
Why You'll Like It: The definitive remake of the classic fantasy 4X game that originally inspired the entire genre.
- #7 Total War: WARHAMMER II
92% matchVery Positive93% of 121,266 reviews2017
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 41.5 hrsMean: 180.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Strategy gaming perfected. A breath-taking campaign of exploration, expansion and conquest across a fantasy world. Turn-based civilisation management and real-time epic strategy battles with thousands of troops and monsters at your command.
Why similar: Strategy 33.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.8%, Fantasy 11.5%, Turn-Based 10.5%, Grand Strategy 5.6% ★
Why You'll Like It: A cornerstone of fantasy grand strategy that excels at balancing complex faction mechanics with epic tactical battles.
- #8 Total War: WARHAMMER III
91% matchMostly Positive70% of 141,189 reviews2022
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 32.8 hrsMean: 152.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.4%, Strategy 26.2%, Dwarf 13.9% ★, Fantasy 9.8%, Grand Strategy 7% ★
Why You'll Like It: Offers massive-scale fantasy warfare combined with turn-based empire management and powerful hero units.
- #9 Warlock 2: The Exiled
93% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,292 reviews2014
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Warlock 2 is a turn-based strategy game of fantasy warfare. Rival against Great Mages, lead mighty armies into fierce battles, wield ancient magic and faith as your weapons.
Why similar: Strategy 25.6%, 4X 24.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Fantasy 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy 4X game that focuses heavily on spellcasting and tactical combat on a hex-based map.
- #10 Eador. Masters of the Broken World
91% matchMixed68% of 2,793 reviews2013
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Eador is a universe made of countless shards of land drifting in the Great Nothing. Each of the shards is a little world unto itself, with geography and denizens of its own. The power over the shards is bitterly contested by Masters, the immortal beings mortals believe to be gods.
Why similar: Strategy 78.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%, Turn-Based 4.6%, 4X 3.2% ★, Fantasy 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of turn-based strategy and RPG that focuses on conquering fragmented shards of a broken world.
- #11 Deity Empires
89% matchVery Positive86% of 338 reviews2018
Dev: BaileyHausdorff Systems
Windows
Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world.
Why similar: 4X 26% ★, Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based 13%, Dwarf 7.5% ★
Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly deep hero customization and RPG elements within a traditional 4X strategy framework.
- #12 Might & Magic® Heroes® VII
90% matchMixed54% of 7,076 reviews2015
Dev: Limbic EntertainmentPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 34.2%, Strategy 28.8%, Turn-Based 15%, Fantasy 8.4%, RPG 7%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the legacy of the classic series with turn-based tactical combat and hero-driven exploration.
- #13 Heroes of Might & Magic V
89% matchVery Positive88% of 4,179 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Witness the amazing evolution of the genre-defining strategy game as it becomes a next-generation phenomenon, melding classic deep fantasy with next-generation visuals and gameplay. In the renowned Might & Magic universe, demon swarms spread chaos over the land in a relentless assault.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 34.1%, Strategy 26.5%, Turn-Based 15.1%, Fantasy 8.7%, RPG 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered one of the best entries in the series for its tactical depth and polished fantasy aesthetic.
- #14 Warlock - Master of the Arcane
88% matchVery Positive86% of 2,624 reviews2012
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In a time of chaotic upheaval, the player takes the role of a great mage, a warlord vying for ultimate power.
Why similar: 4X 25.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 25.1%, Strategy 20.3%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Fantasy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward fantasy 4X experience that captures the essence of magical warfare and city expansion.
- #15 Heroes® of Might & Magic® III - HD Edition
87% matchMostly Positive80% of 24,337 reviews2015
Dev: DotemuPub: Ubisoft Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 31.2%, Strategy 29.2%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Fantasy 7.7%, Classic 5.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard of turn-based fantasy strategy, offering timeless gameplay and iconic unit design.
- #16 King's Bounty II
86% matchMixed62% of 5,472 reviews2021
Dev: Fulqrum GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.1%, Strategy 26.5%, Turn-Based 12%, RPG 10.8%, Fantasy 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A modern evolution of the series that adds more immersive exploration and narrative depth to the tactical combat.
- #17 Fantasy General II
85% matchVery Positive81% of 1,900 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Strategy 20.3%, 4X 18.1% ★, Turn-Based 15.1%, Fantasy 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated turn-based tactical game that focuses on unit progression and battlefield strategy in a fantasy world.
- #18 King's Bounty: The Legend
86% matchVery Positive90% of 3,682 reviews2009
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
King’s Bounty: The Legend is a fan-favorite classic fantasy adventure and an early entry into the modern King’s Bounty era, built around tough battles, smart decisions, and turn-based tactics.
Why similar: Strategy 26.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.6%, Turn-Based 13.9%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the tactical combat and RPG progression aspects of the genre with a charming fantasy narrative.
- #19 Old World
83% matchVery Positive82% of 6,135 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: 4X 31.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.9%, Turn-Based 15.5%, Strategy 14.2%, Tactical 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: While historical, its focus on character-driven narratives and RPG-like decision-making makes it a perfect match for AoW fans.
- #20 Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI
84% matchVery Positive86% of 371,365 reviews2016
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.0 hrsMean: 98.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.8%, Strategy 26%, 4X 19.4% ★, Turn-Based 12.3%, Multiplayer 4%
Why You'll Like It: The benchmark for 4X empire-building, providing a polished experience for those who enjoy the map-conquest aspect of the seed game.
- #21 HUMANKIND™
81% matchMixed69% of 28,231 reviews2021
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.
Why similar: 4X 31% ★, Strategy 24.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.4%, Turn-Based 8.4%, Multiplayer 4%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that allows for unique culture-blending, offering a fresh take on empire management.
- #22 SpellForce 3 Reforced
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,810 reviews2017
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Why similar: Strategy 40.8%, RPG 22.6%, Fantasy 17.2%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Dwarf 3.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: Successfully blends real-time strategy with RPG elements, perfect for players who enjoy the hero-centric combat of the seed game.
- #23 Disciples: Liberation
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,871 reviews2021
Dev: Frima StudioPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Disciples: Liberation is a mature, dark fantasy strategy RPG with turn-based combat. Liberate the land of Nevendaar and uncover the endless stories hidden within this richly detailed world where every decision has a consequence, and every wrong move could be deadly.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 41.9%, Strategy 30.5%, RPG 14.4%, Tactical 9.4%, Female Protagonist 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: A dark fantasy strategy RPG that emphasizes hero development and tactical turn-based battles.
- #24 Might & Magic: Heroes VI
84% matchMixed48% of 9,158 reviews2011
Dev: BlackholePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 37.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Heroes VI is a fast-paced epic story where Angels plot to end -- once and for all -- an unfinished war with their ancient rivals, the Faceless.
Why similar: Strategy 28.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.7%, Turn-Based 20.8%, RPG 8%, Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a streamlined approach to the classic turn-based fantasy strategy formula with strong hero-driven mechanics.
- #25 King's Bounty: Armored Princess
82% matchVery Positive91% of 1,330 reviews2009
Dev: Katauri InteractivePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%
King’s Bounty: Armored Princess builds on the foundation of The Legend, expanding the classic formula with deeper turn-based tactics, a huge hand-crafted world, and new mechanics that change how you approach battles and progression.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31.5%, Strategy 21.3%, Turn-Based 14.5%, RPG 12.4%, Fantasy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on the tactical combat of the series with a strong focus on hero progression and unit variety.
- #26 King's Bounty: Crossworlds
81% matchVery Positive92% of 1,546 reviews2010
Dev: Katauri InteractivePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
King’s Bounty: Crossworlds is a standalone expansion that includes Armored Princess, two additional campaigns, and a world editor, expanding the classic King’s Bounty formula with new challenges and content.
Why similar: Strategy 29.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.6%, Turn-Based 18.2%, RPG 13%, Hex Grid 8.9% ★
Why You'll Like It: Adds significant depth to the tactical hex-grid combat and RPG systems of the King's Bounty series.
- #27 Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
78% matchVery Positive82% of 16,851 reviews2018
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.
Why similar: 4X 31.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Strategy 19.1%, Turn-Based 12.2%, Hex Grid 6.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: A pure 4X experience that strips away diplomacy to focus entirely on tactical combat and unit management.
- #28 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East
80% matchVery Positive92% of 3,154 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
For the first time, play as the Orc faction and recruit heroes, build armies and manage cities as you explore and conquer legendary lands. Use tactics, skills and magic to outsmart fantasy armies while developing your heroes and unveiling the dark plot that threatens to tear the world of Ashan apart.
Why similar: Strategy 32.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 32.3%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Fantasy 9.1%, Multiplayer 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: An essential expansion that adds significant content and balance improvements to the core HoMM V experience.
- #29 Braveland
79% matchVery Positive81% of 3,196 reviews2014
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Braveland is a turn-based game inspired by old-school strategies with hexagonal battlefield. You will start as a humble warrior's son whose village was cruelly raided and will end as talented commander of your army.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 57.2%, Strategy 38.6%, Turn-Based 1.8%, Hex Grid 0.9% ★, Fantasy 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: A more casual, accessible take on the turn-based tactical strategy genre with a charming fantasy theme.
- #30 ENDLESS™ Space 2
76% matchVery Positive83% of 22,789 reviews2017
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
ENDLESS™ Space 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS™ Universe. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?
Why similar: Strategy 86.5%, 4X 6.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 3.1%, Turn-Based 2.1%, Multiplayer 0.6%
- #31 Age of Wonders Shadow Magic
78% matchVery Positive89% of 632 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Age of Wonders: Shadow Magic is the third entry in the award winning fantasy strategy series. This fan-favorite enhances the series' praised fusion of empire building, role-playing and tactical combat with the eerie Shadow World and battle with races never before seen, across new and diverse landscapes.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.5%, Strategy 22.1%, 4X 19% ★, Turn-Based 13.9%, Fantasy 8.3%
- #32 ENDLESS™ Space - Definitive Edition
77% matchVery Positive81% of 9,559 reviews2012
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
ENDLESS™ Space is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS™ Universe, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.
Why similar: 4X 36.5% ★, Strategy 29.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Multiplayer 1.9%
- #33 Age of Wonders II: The Wizard's Throne
77% matchVery Positive83% of 393 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Age of Wonders II is the wildly anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy phenomenon. Delivering an invigorating mix of Empire Building, Role-playing, and Warfare, Age of Wonders II brings s turn-based strategy to new heights.
Why similar: Strategy 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, 4X 16.3% ★, Turn-Based 13.6%, Dwarf 8.6% ★
- #34 Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion
75% matchVery Positive93% of 16,246 reviews2012
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.
Why similar: 4X 54.1% ★, Strategy 24%, Grand Strategy 8% ★, Multiplayer 7.9%, Co-op 4.6%
- #35 Sid Meier's Civilization® V
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 208,752 reviews2010
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 29.0 hrsMean: 124.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 33.9%, Strategy 20.1%, 4X 18% ★, Turn-Based 15%, Hex Grid 4% ★
- #36 Age of Wonders
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,021 reviews2010
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 43%
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: Strategy 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, 4X 18.1% ★, Turn-Based 12.5%, Dwarf 8.1% ★
- #37 Shadowrun Returns
74% matchVery Positive88% of 13,567 reviews2013
Dev: Harebrained SchemesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The unique cyberpunk-meets-fantasy world of Shadowrun has gained a huge cult following since its creation nearly 25 years ago. Now, creator Jordan Weisman returns to the world of Shadowrun, modernizing this classic game setting as a single player, turn-based tactical RPG.
Why similar: Turn-Based 41.3%, RPG 21.5%, Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%, Tactical 5.7%
- #38 Sid Meier's Civilization® III Complete
75% matchVery Positive89% of 7,586 reviews2006
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 33%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 27.5%, Strategy 26.6%, 4X 23.6% ★, Turn-Based 15%, Classic 3% ★
- #39 Total War: WARHAMMER
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 52,179 reviews2016
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 62.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Addictive turn-based empire-building with colossal, real-time battles, all set in a world of legendary heroes, giant monsters, flying creatures and storms of magical power.
Why similar: Strategy 35.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Fantasy 11.2%, Turn-Based 8.9%, Dwarf 8.1% ★
- #40 Crusader Kings II
72% matchVery Positive91% of 73,445 reviews2012
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 48%, Grand Strategy 32.7% ★, RPG 10.2%, Multiplayer 5.2%, Moddable 2% ★
- #41 Battle for Wesnoth
71% matchVery Positive94% of 5,785 reviews2018
Dev: The Battle for Wesnoth ProjectPub: Wesnoth Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.7%, Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based 16.2%, Hex Grid 10.3% ★, Fantasy 7.9%
- #42 Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™
73% matchMixed60% of 22,976 reviews2014
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 29.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth is a new science-fiction-themed entry into the award winning Civilization series. As part of an expedition sent to find a home beyond Earth, lead your people into a new frontier, explore and colonize an alien planet and create a new civilization in space.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.7%, 4X 25.4% ★, Strategy 20.8%, Turn-Based 13.6%, Hex Grid 4.3% ★
- #43 Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,922 reviews2016
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A massive-scale real-time strategy game where you command entire armies on a dynamic battlefield. Conquer multiple worlds across several single-player campaigns; or play with your friends in multiplayer combat.
Why similar: Strategy 64.3%, Moddable 13.1% ★, Multiplayer 12.1%, Co-op 8.2%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #44 Deponia: The Complete Journey
71% matchVery Positive85% of 6,710 reviews2014
Dev: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Junk, junk and even more junk. Life on the trash-planet Deponia is anything but a walk in the park. No surprise that Rufus had enough of that and hatches one ludicrous plan after the other to escape this bleak place.
Why similar: Adventure 46.7%, Classic 21.9% ★, Great Soundtrack 19%, Singleplayer 12.4%
- #45 Disciples III: Reincarnation
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,824 reviews2014
Dev: AkellaPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 23.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
"Disciples III: Reincarnation" offers a revamped and enhanced version of "Disciples III: Renaissance" plus the addon "Resurrection" with all new features, a revised battle engine and all new graphics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 35.7%, Strategy 25%, Turn-Based 19.5%, RPG 11.5%, Fantasy 6.4%
- #46 Dominions 6 - Rise of the Pantokrator
62% matchVery Positive91% of 1,592 reviews2024
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 46.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
In Dominions 6 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to old dragons or an enormous tree. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: 4X 39.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 25.3%, Strategy 21.2%, Fantasy 5.9%, Grand Strategy 4.3% ★
- #47 Master of Orion
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,105 reviews2016
Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 101.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.
Why similar: 4X 47.5% ★, Strategy 30%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 2.9%, Multiplayer 1.9%
- #48 Eador. Imperium
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,258 reviews2017
Dev: Snowbird Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Hire heroes, build an army, prevail in battles and try to keep your empire intact in the face of grave danger. Eador. Imperium is a new chapter in Eador series, known for its unique blend of grand strategy, turn-based tactics and RPG elements.
Why similar: Strategy 39%, 4X 18.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based 12.3%, RPG 10.8%
- #49 Age of Mythology: Extended Edition
68% matchVery Positive93% of 35,988 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Age of Mythology is back! Choose your god and take to the battlefield in this classic, upgraded with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features.
Why similar: Strategy 64.4%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Classic 8.9% ★, Fantasy 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%
- #50 Disciples III - Renaissance Steam Special Edition
73% matchMixed52% of 532 reviews2010
Dev: AkellaPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Disciples III: Renaissance is the next title in the award-winning Disciples series and represents a leap forward in the evolution of the turn-based strategy RPG genre.
Why similar: Strategy 36%, Turn-Based 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, RPG 15.2%, Fantasy 4.7%
- #51 Company of Heroes 2
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 112,211 reviews2013
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 57.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.
Why similar: Strategy 91.7%, Tactical 3.6%, Multiplayer 3.1%, Co-op 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #52 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
59% matchVery Positive84% of 2,346 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.
Why similar: 4X 31.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Strategy 14.3%, Tactical 5%
- #53 Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,515 reviews2013
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Fallen Enchantress is 4X strategy game from the makers of Sins of a Solar Empire and Galactic Civilizations. Build a civilization in the magical world of Elemental. Recruit heroes, train armies, build cities, forge alliances and save the world in this rich world where it's never the same game twice.
Why similar: 4X 40.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.5%, Strategy 18.2%, Fantasy 9.8%, Grand Strategy 5.9% ★
- #54 Fantasy Wars
70% matchVery Positive86% of 308 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Fantasy Wars is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Combining both classic strategy gameplay and sophisticated 3D graphics players can experience epic battles like never before. Taking place in a fantasy world of Human kingdoms, Orc clans, Dwarfs' citadels and Elven forests the player is thrust into a world of war and...
Why similar: Strategy 36%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Turn-Based 20.3%, Fantasy 9.8%, Hex Grid 5.6% ★
- #55 Elemental: Reforged
58% matchMostly Positive78% of 340 reviews2026
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
A 4X strategy game in a fantasy RPG world. Create your own sovereign hero, build a dynasty, design custom units, and wage turn-based war across a world that's different every time you play. Every unit is an individual with their own name, gear, and story.
Why similar: 4X 35.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.7%, Strategy 15%, Fantasy 8.4%, RPG 5.8%
- #56 Divinity: Original Sin (Classic)
67% matchVery Positive92% of 11,874 reviews2014
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Gather your party and get ready for a new, back-to-the-roots RPG adventure! Discuss your decisions with companions; fight foes in turn-based combat; explore an open world and interact with everything and everyone you see. Join up with a friend to play online in co-op and make your own adventures with the powerful RPG toolkit.
Why similar: Turn-Based 34.4%, RPG 20.5%, Strategy 13.4%, Fantasy 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%
- #57 Galactic Civilizations® II: Ultimate Edition
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,697 reviews2011
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Get the complete GalCiv II saga including Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords, the expansion pack Dark Avatar, and the newest expansion pack Twilight of the Arnor!
Why similar: 4X 35.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23%, Turn-Based 19.7%, Strategy 15.4%, Grand Strategy 5.3% ★
- #58 Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith
66% matchVery Positive94% of 2,163 reviews2017
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 101.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
In Dominions 5 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to huge titans or large monuments. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: 4X 25.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 25.4%, Strategy 19.4%, Turn-Based 14.2%, Fantasy 8.4%
- #59 Age of Mythology: Retold
57% matchVery Positive91% of 21,438 reviews2024
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Strategy 48.1%, Fantasy 22.9%, Multiplayer 12.2%, Moddable 7.6% ★, Co-op 6.8%