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Games Like An Elaborate History of Chess

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An Elaborate History of Chess is a crafting strategy game touring the history of Chess. In true Chess tradition build castles, explore dungeons, farm turnips and get checkmated by a tree. Find answers to Chess's darkest questions, like why the horse piece moves in an L-shape.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: Coming soon
Developer: Iteration Games
Genres: Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Tanami Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    City of Promotion est un jeu qui combine les échecs et la construction de colonies, où les joueurs utilisent les règles de déplacement des pièces d'échecs pour collecter des ressources, développer des colonies et résister aux attaques de monstres en essaim.

    Why similar: Chess 45.7%, City Builder 14.7%, Management 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 5.2%

  2. #2 Grandmaster's Revenge
    96% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Two in One
    Windows

    They say one person in the field is not a warrior. And what if this one is called to fight by the White Grandmaster himself, endowed with super powers and even the ground on which he steps helps him. Find out in the new skirmish of the Grandmasters and regain control over all the clans of Whitehills

    Why similar: Chess 56.5%, Turn-Based Combat 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Procedural Generation 5.9%, Puzzle 5.5%

  3. #3 Chess of Doom
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: New Dawn Interactive
    Windows

    Chess of doom is a chess-based roguelike where you're outnumbered at every turn. Harness the dungeon's power to battle enemy hordes, familiar and strange. Die, learn, master, conquer!

    Why similar: Chess 56.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Dungeon Crawler 9.8%, Strategy 6.8%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%

  4. #4 Reborn Tribe
    95% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2021
    Dev: Luper
    Windows

    Reborn Tribe is a medieval style simulation INDIE GAME developed by one person. In this game, players build houses and hire staffs to run the farms, pastures, etc. You have to encounter a lot difficulties and find out the reason why your tribe disappeared.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 24%, City Builder 15.9%, Agriculture 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Survival 8.4%

  5. #5 Bee Craft Sweet
    94% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Ultimate.Games
    Windows

    Real-time simulation game of bees Can you survive?

    Why similar: RTS 22.5%, City Builder 20.2%, Base Building 14.1%, Real Time Tactics 12.1%, Crafting 9.7%

  6. #6 Bee Craft
    94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: Ultimate.Games
    Windows

    Real-time simulation game of bees Can you survive?

    Why similar: Real Time Tactics 18.3%, RTS 17.8%, City Builder 14%, Base Building 13.8%, Agriculture 13.7%

  7. #7 Pathless Woods
    93% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,093 reviews2024
    Dev: AniYa Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Embark on a cozy open-world survival journey inspired by ancient China's heritage. Gather resources, cultivate crops, build your dream home, and defend it from marauders. Team up with friends to explore and uncover a world where adventure meets serenity.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 26.9%, City Builder 17.2%, Base Building 13.9%, Crafting 10.2%, Survival 9.1%

  8. #8 Guardener
    92% matchVery Positive84% of 146 reviews2022
    Dev: Sokpop Collective
    Windows · Mac

    An arcade strategy game about defending your garden. Grow potatoes, onions and carrots to defend your lawn!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.3%, Real Time Tactics 20%, Agriculture 17.4%, Base Building 8.1%, Strategy 6.4%

  9. #9 Grandiose
    91% matchMixed66% of 213 reviews2021
    Dev: Valentin SupiotPub: Heldenlied
    Windows

    Grandiose is a calming and creative base builder game full of botany, building and strategy. Land on the island that will become your domain in a universe soon to be borrowed from the ingenious and creative abilities of your mind.

    Why similar: Agriculture 19.5%, Farming Sim 18.6%, Management 13.4%, Real Time Tactics 12.6%, Base Building 11.9%

  10. #10 The Tower Of Babel
    91% matchNegative15% of 13 reviews2024
    Dev: SmartOliveGames LtdPub: HandMade Games
    Windows

    Play the most popular story from the bible. The tower of babel is a unique tower - builder and RPG. Pick a leader, hire workers, manage the economy of the building site and the lives of your workers. Remember you have 7 days to complete the tower before language barrier becomes a major problem.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 25.5%, City Builder 18%, Real Time Tactics 15.8%, RTS 15.3%, Management 5.9%

  11. #11 California Escapades
    90% matchMostly Positive72% of 310 reviews2024
    Dev: NUTS POWER ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED
    Windows

    In this simulation and adventure game, explore 19th-century Gold Rush California. Join Jim and Emma to build and manage your farm and city. Plant crops, raise animals, construct buildings, complete missions, uncover secrets, and collect treasures. Start your adventure now!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 33.2%, City Builder 21.6%, Agriculture 17.3%, Management 7.8%, Base Building 7.3%

  12. #12 We Are The Wall
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: NorthWall Studio
    Windows · Mac

    We Are The Wall is a city-builder / RTS where you lead a hardy dwarf settlement fighting to protect their mountain home. Train armies, gather vital resources, explore the surrounding lands, and defend the Heart of the Mountain at all costs. We Are The Wall!

    Why similar: City Builder 23.7%, Base Building 21.6%, RTS 19.2%, Real Time Tactics 13.7%, Strategy 8.7%

  13. #13 Becoming Pablo
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tentworks Interactive
    Windows

    Rule the underworld in this test of grand-strategy and city-building set in the 70’s-90’s drug trade. Conquer new territories, manage operations, and outsmart your rivals. Becoming Pablo isn’t just about building an empire - it’s about surviving it.

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  14. #14 Pocket Harvest
    88% matchVery Positive90% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Reap the joys of country life and cultivate your farm and fame!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31.1%, Agriculture 19.5%, City Builder 15.3%, RTS 14.7%, Management 7%

  15. #15 Pawndemonium
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Etienne Pouvreau
    Windows

    Crawl through the infernal checkerboards. Plan your moves, survive demonic hordes, collect unholy weapons, and descend ever deeper to reclaim your soul — but beware: in this damned game, the rules of chess have been... corrupted. Can you reach the PAWNDEMONIUM ?

    Why similar: Chess 63.7%, Turn-Based Combat 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Strategy 7.3%, Exploration 2.7%

  16. #16 Cog Foo
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Anforus Games
    Windows

    A battle-laden automation game where you have to manufacture everything from battle units down to every bullet! Engage in battles to gather survivors. Manage and feed your people. Mine, farm and Optimize production lines. Can you lead your people to victory?

    Why similar: Farming Sim 22.2%, City Builder 16.3%, Real Time Tactics 14.4%, Base Building 13.9%, RTS 11.1%

  17. #17 King's Hand
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Anomie Game Studio
    Windows

    King's Hand is a turn-based, roguelike battler that fuses the strategy of chess with deckbuilding and a dash of chaos. Face increasingly challenging waves of tactical chess gameplay with a twist!

    Why similar: Chess 74.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Strategy 10%

  18. #18 Greenfeet Haven
    85% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Owlycode makes games
    Windows

    A friendly fantasy colony sim where you manage halflings. Start with nothing, launch expeditions into the wilds, experiment with crafting to discover new items, and evolve your settlement into a thriving, self-sufficient town! Inspired by the genre of RimWorld and the ambience of Stardew Valley.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 21.8%, Base Building 16.9%, Agriculture 16%, Management 11.5%, City Builder 10.1%

  19. #19 Pieces of the Kingdom
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Birdworks
    Windows · Mac

    What if Chess…was a roguelite? Assemble your party and battle your way across a broken kingdom in a fantastical, tactical take on Chess. Loot epic gear, recruit powerful pieces with unique abilities, and strategize your way to victory.

    Why similar: Chess 71.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy 9.5%, Fantasy 4.2%

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    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ennoble Studios
    Windows

    Return to the era of knights and castles in a uniquely satisfying mix of Settlement Building, RTS and Castle Simulation genres. Manage complex and realistic medieval production chains, build your army and defences, satisfy the King and lead your people to prosperity. Will you succeed as a new lord?

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  21. #21 Blackthorn Arena: Reforged
    82% matchMixed67% of 968 reviews2024
    Dev: PersonaeGame StudioPub: Light Up Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Re-experience the thrill and challenges of managing a Gladiator arena in this management/simulation game. With new content, new graphics, Quality of Life updates, and all DLCs packed into this new experience, this is how Blackthorn Arena was meant to be experienced.

    Why similar: City Builder 16.5%, Real Time Tactics 14.6%, Management 14.2%, Dungeon Crawler 14%, Base Building 12.3%

  22. #22 Fritz Chess 14
    84% matchMostly Positive71% of 122 reviews2014
    Dev: ChessBasePub: Viva Media
    Windows

    FRITZ CHESS 14! The Ultimate Chess SoftwarePlay against FRITZ or play online at FRITZ CHESS 14 is the most comprehensive chess program in the world. Whether you are new to the game or a Grandmaster, FRITZ 14 is suitable for all skill levels!

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  23. #23 Chex
    81% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: KonsolKongenPub: Stuen
    Windows

    Chex is a strategic board game currently based on Gliński's hexagonal variant of chess. Players must use their pieces to capture their opponent's king. The hexagonal board introduces new challenges and opportunities.

    Why similar: Chess 73.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Strategy 5.1%, Fantasy 2.8%

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    81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Zbuki Games
    Windows

    Humorous strategy with unique set of characters: buff genius, precious kung fu lady, half-ton puppy, cool spitter and much more. Plus some non-standard structures to build and quirky maps to explore. You can find these only in Zbukiland.

    Why similar: Real Time Tactics 23.4%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Base Building 16.2%, Management 15.8%, RTS 13.1%

  25. #25 Kai Yuan
    80% matchMostly Positive74% of 62 reviews2023
    Dev: Crown Game
    Windows

    This is a city building game with the historical background of the Tang Dynasty of China in the 7-8th century. In the game, you will build a prosperous city in the Tang Dynasty of China.

    Why similar: City Builder 29.9%, Base Building 21.3%, Management 17.7%, Real Time Tactics 15.1%, Strategy 9.4%

  26. #26 Brave Village
    79% matchMixed45% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: Tenten Studio
    Windows · Mac

    This is a casual adventure simulation game where you'll manage a small village and explore dark mines. Upgrade villagers and buildings, craft equipment and food, defeat evil goblins, and reclaim lost lands.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37.5%, City Builder 24.2%, Crafting 8.6%, Strategy 8.2%, Management 7%

  27. #27 Nortopia
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SQRT Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Create a new life in the MMO Idle Strategy on the island of Nortopia! Build a fortress, trade with other families, explore dungeons, embark on sea voyages for treasures, and participate in clan battles for power!

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  28. #28 Catizens
    78% matchVery Positive82% of 366 reviews2024
    Dev: badopticsgamesPub: HeroCraft PC
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Inspired by RimWorld and The Sims, Catizens is a colony management simulation game where you watch over unique cats with quirky personalities, as you help them build and grow their settlement while exploring new lands, facing off against wildlife and overcoming the challenges of each environment.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 24%, City Builder 20.5%, Base Building 11.8%, Management 11.6%, Survival 8.8%

  29. #29 Dunchess
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Firenap Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Master the art of turn-based chess mechanics in ever-changing dungeons! Navigate bridges, teleporters, and more as you strategize your way to victory in this unique chess roguelike adventure. Plus, create your own maps and explore others' creations!

    Why similar: Chess 58.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Dungeon Crawler 15.1%, Puzzle 5.2%, Strategy 4.9%

  30. #30 Chess Corp
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Piotr Dul
    Windows

    ChessCorp - an indie puzzle game that takes you to a pixel art world to solve the mystery of your existence. Tackle AI-generated chess puzzles, develop your own thinking machine, and win the Grand Tournament. This is the only way.

    Why similar: Chess 71%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Strategy 9.2%, Puzzle 3.2%

  31. #31 Chess Royal
    77% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Inlogic SoftwarePub: Silesia Games
    Windows

    A simple yet satisfying game of chess that anyone can play - and learn from. Challenge a powerful chess AI, play against your friends, and try to get through a massive tower of puzzles!

    Why similar: Chess 62.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Strategy 11.5%, Puzzle 7%

  32. #32 Chesslike
    76% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
    Dev: Bad Habit Gaming
    Windows · Linux

    A new outlook on the classic strategy game, battle your way to winning.

    Why similar: Chess 72.3%, Turn-Based Combat 18.1%, Strategy 9.7%

  33. #33 Kill King
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Anton KatkovPub: Not yet
    Windows

    Participate in a one-on-one battle with other players or fight against AI and complete the first chapter of the campaign. Give orders to your army and watch them fight. Kill King is a fresh look at the world's most popular game - chess. Enjoy the turn-based strategy battle with RPG elements.

    Why similar: Chess 50.6%, Real Time Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Strategy 4.5%

  34. #34 Checkmate Challenge
    76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Erik Fast
    Windows

    A chess arcade game where you play against the strongest chess engine in the world.

    Why similar: Chess 91.8%, Strategy 8.2%

  35. #35 Questy Chess
    74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Dadako
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A unique chess-RPG-puzzle hybrid set inside a corrupted 90s computer. Battle an evil chess invasion across 24 handcrafted levels, purge glitched worlds and bosses, and restore the system. Minimal Bauhaus visuals and a deep drone soundtrack shape a tense, atmospheric journey.

    Why similar: Chess 69.3%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Strategy 8.7%, Puzzle 6.9%

  36. #36 Farm Manager World
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 607 reviews2025
    Dev: Cleversan GamesPub: Sim Farm S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Dive into the agricultural life with Farm Manager World! Manage your own farm across vibrant global locations, cultivate exotic crops, and build your agribusiness empire. Welcome to sustainable farming at its finest.

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  37. #37 Farm Day 2023
    75% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: indiegames3000
    Windows

    Looking for a fun and addictive farming simulation game? Look no further than Farm Day 2023! Develop your farming capabilities, grow crops, and build your own town. With beautiful graphics and a relaxed gameplay style, it's perfect for players of all ages. Start your farming adventure today!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.1%, City Builder 25.6%, Management 10.6%, Crafting 9.4%, Strategy 7.9%

  38. #38 Passant: A Chess Roguelike
    71% matchVery Positive80% of 338 reviews2025
    Dev: Marc Makes Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Passant is a chess roguelike that changes all the rules. Progress through challenging rounds while collecting powerful pieces and game-changing items to seize victory.

    Why similar: Chess 73.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Strategy 9%

  39. #39 Backstabbing King
    72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Flown
    Windows

    Strategize your way through a variety of encounters, each with various twists. Kill all of the other pieces on the board through night and day until only the two kings remain.

    Why similar: Chess 68.6%, Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Puzzle 7.2%, Colorful 2.6%

  40. #40 Pawns Survival
    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Pawn Bros Games
    Windows

    Pawn Survival is a turn-based survival strategy game where you command a small community of pawns struggling to survive, send them to gather resources, explore unknown lands, grow your village, and forge powerful equipment to withstand whatever this brutal world throws at you.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.8%, Base Building 20%, Survival 12.4%, Strategy 11.7%, Crafting 10%

  41. #41 Infernal Chess
    73% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Hard Shark Games
    Windows

    Infernal Chess is a dark fantasy chess game set in the fiery depths of hell. Battle on a volcanic chessboard with creature-themed pieces and master strategic gameplay as you navigate the intense atmosphere of the inferno!

    Why similar: Chess 57.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Strategy 5.4%, Puzzle 4.7%

  42. #42 Chessaria: The Tactical Adventure (Chess)
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 127 reviews2018
    Dev: Pixel Wizards
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Experience a 4K graphics strategy game with tactical depth, breadth, and challenge like nothing you have played before: the perfect mix of Chess, tactical setups and quests inpired by classic RPGs

    Why similar: Chess 63.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.6%, Strategy 7.5%, Fantasy 4.3%

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    72% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: REVO team'sPub: STuNT
    Windows

    In the game you will lead your settlement. You will have to build various buildings starting with a castle and ending with an institute. Every decision you make should be balanced, because the economy of your settlement is growing, and the lack of resources can catch up instantly!

    Why similar: City Builder 24.7%, Real Time Tactics 23%, RTS 22.3%, Management 12.4%, Strategy 7.7%

  44. #44 Node Farm
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 74 reviews2024
    Dev: ByerN
    Windows

    Node Farm is a game about building a fully automated farm using nodes. Connect nodes, harvest and sell veggies, buy new islands, discover new nodes, and automate the process - all in a cozy farm simulation formula!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 27.5%, City Builder 15.2%, Base Building 12.9%, Management 12.4%, RTS 9%

  45. #45 Liliput Defender
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GFM Software LTD
    Windows

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  46. #46 The Rookery
    69% matchVery Positive96% of 94 reviews2024
    Dev: Glyder Games
    Windows · Mac

    An exciting and fast-paced chess roguelite, full of ridiculous abilities! Explode your opponent's pieces, spawn queens all over the board, move twice in a row... But watch out for the bosses, who have crazy powers of their own!

    Why similar: Chess 71.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Strategy 5.9%, Puzzle 4.4%

  47. #47 Arcadia: The Crystal Wars
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Thoranar Gaming
    Windows

    Arcadia is an open-world, squad-based fusion of role playing and strategy, combining traditional RPG elements such as character skills, talents, quests, dungeons, and raids with strategic base-building, farming, and crafting.

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  48. #48 ChessSnake
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: HowDeerYou
    Windows

    Chess... chess never changes. How much can you do?! It's time for something new - a combination of chess and snake!

    Why similar: Chess 71.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Strategy 9.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%

  49. #49 Chicken Defense
    69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Lazy4Games
    Windows

    Plant, harvest, and defend your farm! Build turrets, gather resources, and fight off waves of enemies. And most important defend your CHICKEN!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31.7%, Agriculture 18.4%, Base Building 14.3%, Management 11.3%, Crafting 7.6%

  50. #50 Anthill Village
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lychee Game Labs
    Windows

    Now that ants have evolved thumbs, they're unstoppable! Help them build villages, scour the land for resources and fend off creatures 100 times their own size.

    Why similar: City Builder 19.5%, RTS 19%, Real Time Tactics 15.4%, Base Building 14.7%, Agriculture 13.6%

  51. #51 Harvest Loop
    68% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2025
    Dev: FetterSky Studio
    Windows

    "Harvest Loop" is a Rougelike game that mainly features farming simulation and management. In the game, you need to use special crops with various abilities to adapt to the changing seasons and fight against the greedy "locust army" to protect the normal operation of the farm.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 39.7%, Agriculture 27.6%, RTS 18.2%, Strategy 9%, Survival 3.6%

  52. #52 Hardship
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Marcus
    Windows

    Hardship is a set on a dynamic world in a strange solar system. Build your city, Design your buildings and progress through an in-depth technology tree. Gather resources, craft tools, manage citizens’ needs, and battle the elements.

    Why similar: City Builder 19.4%, Agriculture 17.3%, RTS 17.2%, Base Building 14.8%, Management 10.9%

  53. #53 Advancing Chess
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LeviathanStasis
    Windows · Linux

    Experience the beloved game of chess in ways never before seen! Starting with just your King and a Pawn, you’ll strategically assemble your board with pieces of your choice. But be warned, you’ll be facing off against boards uniquely crafted by other players, there’s no telling what to expect!

    Why similar: Chess 73.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Strategy 7.1%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%

  54. #54 Sarah's Adventure: Time Travel
    67% matchMixed55% of 492 reviews2024
    Dev: NUTS POWER ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    This game unearths the essence of adventure by combining elements of exploration and puzzle-solving. The game’s appeal lies in its interactive gameplay mechanics, where your choices dictate the progression of the story.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.2%, City Builder 24.4%, Agriculture 18.3%, Management 7.5%, Base Building 7.2%

  55. #55 Combat Chess
    68% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Minds Eye ProductionsPub: Strategy First
    Windows

    Play with living, battling characters! Combat Chess takes the basic chess game and adds an imaginative element for players. Beautifully done in rendered 3D graphics, Combat Chess adds stunning animation sequences during gameplay.

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  56. #56 Summa Expeditionis
    66% matchMostly Positive74% of 227 reviews2024
    Dev: Lobico GamesPub: Megalevel
    Windows

    Summa Expeditionis is a colony sim and base building game set in ancient Roman Empire. Follow the career of a Roman soldier from Legionnaire to Centurion. Build and manage your camp, recruit more soldiers and face the barbarians for the glory of Rome.

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  57. #57 Harvest Hills
    66% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Beans
    Windows

    Harvest Hills is a charming and relaxing farm simulator that allows you to run your own rancho. Cultivate various crops, take care of animals, and produce homemade products. Sell the goods in the local market to earn money and use it to upgrade or automate the farm.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 33.7%, Agriculture 25.6%, Base Building 17.7%, Management 14.2%, Strategy 5.1%

  58. #58 Plebs
    67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: PixelWhipped
    Windows

    Plebs is a casual real time strategy game about controlling ancient Nations to victory through strategic town building, creating mighty and diverse armies, and intelligent resource management. Battle through the Campaign, Survive endless waves of enemies, or Skirmish on a variety of levels.

    Why similar: RTS 23.8%, City Builder 21.9%, Real Time Tactics 20.5%, Base Building 18.4%, Management 8.8%

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