- #1 Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 161 reviews2015
Dev: Black Lab GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Take command of Naval Strike Group 7 and lead your fleet to victory in full 3D tactical space combat. Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a sci-fi strategy saga that will test your skills as both capital assault ship Captain and naval fleet Commander.
Why similar: Strategy 23.9%, Turn-Based 23.3%, Space 18.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.2%, Tactical 9%
- #2 Warbanners
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 615 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Turn-Based 20%, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Strategy RPG 9.9%
- #3 Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 413 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Incredibly dynamic turn-based strategy, reviving the traditions of the old school tactics. Lead a team of the most desperate fighters, destroy alien monsters and uncover the secrets of the lost planet.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Space 12.7%, Strategy RPG 11.8%
- #4 Frontier: Path of Shadows
94% matchVery Positive91% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: Oduvan GamesPub: 3_PUBLISHING
Windows
25th century. The war is over, but the Frontier is still full of danger and old secrets. You are a mercenary bound to a mysterious crystal. Explore the sector, shape its story, build your team and win tactical battles.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 15.3%, Party-Based RPG 12.8%, Space 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%, Tactical 8.1%
- #5 Ancient Space
95% matchMixed44% of 374 reviews2014
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.
Why similar: Strategy 43.1%, Space 40%, Sci-fi 14.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%, Indie 0.8%
- #6 Star Traders: Frontiers
94% matchVery Positive83% of 3,816 reviews2018
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
You are the captain of a starship venturing through a massive open universe. Customize your crew and take command at the helm of your very own ship as you explore a galaxy torn apart by internal strife, alien threats, and political intrigue.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.7%, Sci-fi 16.2%, Space 15.8%, Strategy 15.7%, Procedural Generation 11.8%
- #7 Chaos Front
93% matchMixed62% of 266 reviews2026
Dev: Han ZhiyuPub: ChaosGalaxyStudio
Windows
A turn-based space mecha mercenary game. You can recruit pilots and captains with varying stories and skills, buy and modify spaceships, mecha, artillery, and fighters, take missions, participate in battles between Galactic Powers, change the situations, and experience different stories.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19%, Tactical RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Party-Based RPG 10.6%
- #8 Stellar Tactics
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,749 reviews2026
Dev: Don WilkinsPub: Maverick Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.9%, Party-Based RPG 17.8%, Space 13.4%, Tactical 8.5%
- #9 Pax Nova
92% matchMixed56% of 453 reviews2020
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as dangers. Build cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space.
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Strategy 16.8%, Space 15.2%, Sci-fi 10.3%
- #10 Templar Battleforce
91% matchVery Positive93% of 984 reviews2015
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
An addictive mix of strategic combat and army building, with the precision of an RPG. Design your squad members' exact build of equipment and talents to create unique fireteam combinations. Step into the pilot suit of a Leviathan mech, lead the Templar Knights in turn-based tactical warfare.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.6%, Tactical RPG 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Strategy RPG 10.6%
- #11 Distant Star: Revenant Fleet
90% matchMixed66% of 298 reviews2015
Dev: Blazing Griffin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
BAFTA award winning fleet-based RTS meets rogue-lite. In Distant Star: Revenant Fleet, build your fleet of up to 5 ships from a choice of 8 classes and traverse a randomly generated galaxy to defeat the Erebus Platform. NOW AVAILABLE ON MAC AND LINUX
Why similar: Space 28.1%, Strategy 26.6%, Sci-fi 16.9%, Procedural Generation 14.9%, Tactical 7.4%
- #12 Depth of Extinction
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 209 reviews2018
Dev: HOF Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a flooded world and save humanity from a terrible threat in this turn based, tactical RPG with roguelike elements
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.4%, Tactical RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Strategy 11.8%, Party-Based RPG 9%
- #13 Trigon: Space Story
88% matchMixed68% of 1,423 reviews2022
Dev: Sernur.techPub: Gameforge 4D GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Trigon: Space Story sees you take command of your very own spaceship. Carry out tactical battles, defend your vessel against space pirates, and escape from enemy territory. On your voyages, you’ll face a slew of tricky decisions in your quest to uncover the mystery of the galaxy.
Why similar: Space 25.9%, Strategy 21.8%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Procedural Generation 13.6%, Resource Management 13.1%
- #14 Into the Void
89% matchMixed63% of 136 reviews2015
Dev: Mozg Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !
Why similar: Space 23.6%, Strategy 23.5%, Turn-Based 21.5%, Tactical RPG 10%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%
- #15 Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander
86% matchVery Positive84% of 1,321 reviews2016
Dev: Massive Damage, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is a retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling.
Why similar: Strategy 21.7%, Space 20.5%, Turn-Based 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Strategy RPG 11.6%
- #16 Star Dynasties
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 505 reviews2021
Dev: Pawley GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Space 11.7%, Strategy 10.9%
- #17 Sid Meier's Starships
87% matchMixed50% of 2,476 reviews2015
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.
Why similar: Space 26.9%, Strategy 25.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Sci-fi 12%, Tactical 8%
- #18 Void War
82% matchVery Positive94% of 4,044 reviews2025
Dev: Tundra
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.
Why similar: Space 27%, Strategy 19.4%, Sci-fi 12%, Procedural Generation 11.5%, Resource Management 10.8%
- #19 Abandon Ship
85% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,355 reviews2019
Dev: Fireblade Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Take command of an 'Age of Sail' ship and her crew, exploring a vast, story-filled world that reacts to your decisions. Engage enemy vessels, fortifications and sea monsters in brutal tactical combat, all framed in an art style inspired by classic Naval Oil Paintings.
Why similar: Strategy 24.8%, Tactical 21.3%, Dark Fantasy 19.6%, Procedural Generation 17%, Story Rich 9.2%
- #20 Halfway
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,020 reviews2014
Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Halfway is a turn-based strategy RPG taking place a few hundred years into the future. Humanity has started colonising new worlds. Until now, they were alone ...
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.3%, Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Sci-fi 8.7%, RPG 8.2%
- #21 Galaxy Squad
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 432 reviews2019
Dev: Kazakov Oleg
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Galaxy squad is a hardcore turn-based tactical roguelike, inspired by FTL and XCOM.
Why similar: Strategy 23.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Space 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Tactical 9.7%
- #22 Deep Fringe
80% matchVery Positive92% of 85 reviews2026
Dev: Bosoneon StudioPub: Thousand Generation
Windows
Deep Fringe is a deep tactical RPG set in a biopunk post-apocalyptic wasteland. Lead powerful factions in turn-based brutal battles, leveraging the strategic use of an interactive environment. Modify or destroy terrain to achieve tactical supremacy. Craft legendary chapters with the level editor.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.6%, Tactical RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Strategy 10.5%
- #23 Chaos Galaxy 2
81% matchVery Positive83% of 333 reviews2023
Dev: Han ZhiyuPub: ChaosGalaxyStudio
Windows
A turn-based Galaxy totalwar game. Choose one of 12 factions, direct dozens of admirals, control hundreds of warships, mecha and monsters, set up various buildings, study technology, and lead fleets to carry out grand strategic actions on the map of the galaxy.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.2%, Strategy RPG 18.6%, Strategy 15.2%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #24 Approaching Infinity
78% matchVery Positive94% of 745 reviews2025
Dev: IBOL
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Approaching Infinity is a turn-based space RPG in the spirit of the sci-fi classics, with endless progression and exploration. Fight tactical battles or use diplomacy. Seek powerful artifacts. Quest, mine, trade, and craft. Level up forever or attempt 10 victories in hardcore or adventure mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.9%, Space 18.8%, Sci-fi 15.8%, Strategy 12.9%, Procedural Generation 12.7%
- #25 Dawn of Andromeda
83% matchMixed43% of 244 reviews2017
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dawn of Andromeda is a pausable, real-time 4X space strategy game providing an accessible, fun and immersive experience, introducing fresh ideas to the genre. Build your empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research technologies and build great fleets.
Why similar: Strategy 48.8%, Space 31.2%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Indie 4.9%
- #26 Horizon
82% matchMixed59% of 477 reviews2014
Dev: L3O Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.
Why similar: Turn-Based 21%, Space 16.6%, Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%
- #27 Starborne Frontiers
79% matchMixed67% of 310 reviews2024
Dev: Solid Clouds hf.
Windows
Starborne: Frontiers is a free-to-play tactical autobattler with hundreds of unique ships. Form your fleet, customize it with a variety of equipment, and use strategy to create the perfect battlefield formation. Take on bounties, engage in the PvP arena, and bring order to the Frontier.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Strategy RPG 14.6%, Strategy 13.9%, Space 12.8%, Tactical 8.4%
- #28 Zoria: Age of Shattering
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 640 reviews2024
Dev: Tiny Trinket GamesPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A squad-based tactical RPG with fluid turn-based combat, outpost, and followers management, set in the expansive fantasy world of Zoria. Lead a team of four heroes with their unique skills and perks. Every team member contributes to undertaken battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.8%, Tactical RPG 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Strategy 14.3%, Party-Based RPG 13.7%
- #29 Deck & Conn
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 124 reviews2026
Dev: Funtime ElectricsPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take command of a nuclear-powered space corvette in a Cold War-flavored sci-fi campaign. Balance tactics, crew, and limited resources in a dynamic forever-war. Retro pixel art meets deep strategy fifteen minutes into the future of 1989.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Strategy 17%, Space 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%
- #30 Shock Tactics
81% matchMixed43% of 136 reviews2017
Dev: Point Blank GamesPub: EuroVideo Medien
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Shock Tactics is a single player turn-based sci-fi strategy game with tactical combat, exploration, squad management and base building.
Why similar: Strategy 80%, RPG 20%
- #31 Dust Fleet
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 233 reviews2023
Dev: Orbiting DiscoPub: indie.io
Windows
Assume command of a battle fleet and deploy immediately to the Dust Zone, commander. Our main food supply station has gone dark and the United Earth Nations (UEN) needs to know why in this 4X RTS space sim. Manage your ships, control space stations, and watch your back.
Why similar: Space 30.4%, Strategy 28.2%, Sci-fi 19%, Tactical 18.6%, Indie 3%
- #32 Element Space
78% matchMixed55% of 296 reviews2019
Dev: Sixth VowelPub: Inca Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Year 2199. Assemble an elite crew and make allies to combat a shadowy organization threatening the future of humanity. Face overwhelming odds with strategy. Make your choices and save us from extinction.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19%, Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Tactical RPG 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%
- #33 Flotilla
77% matchVery Positive82% of 243 reviews2010
Dev: Blendo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Lead your orbital battleships to victory in Flotilla! Fight, trade, and explore new planets in your journey through the galaxy. Featuring tactically rich 3D combat, flank and surprise the enemy from any direction. When the dust settles, generate another randomized universe for a brand new adventure!
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.6%, Strategy 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Space 10.7%
- #34 Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest
74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,398 reviews2019
Dev: Ctrl Alt Ninja Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A tactical, turn-based RPG from the makers of Legend of Grimrock games. Every action, every turn counts as you control your party of heroes through challenging, handcrafted missions in the ancient, mist-clad Menhir Forest.
Why similar: Turn-Based 42.8%, Strategy 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Tactical 6.6%, RPG 4.9%
- #35 Space Rogue
76% matchMixed64% of 453 reviews2016
Dev: Red Beat
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take on the role of a spaceship captain. Explore new worlds, and engage in intense ship-to-ship battles. Develop unique battle tactics, upgrade your ship, and recruit crew members as you fight for peace or piracy.
Why similar: Space 35%, Strategy 29.1%, Tactical 18.2%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Indie 3.6%
- #36 USC: Counterforce
73% matchMixed67% of 242 reviews2024
Dev: Angry Cat StudiosPub: Firesquid
Windows
Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Space 10.9%, Strategy RPG 10.4%
- #37 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
71% matchMostly Positive81% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Lipsar Studio
Windows
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20.1%, Strategy 19.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Tactical RPG 10.5%
- #38 Star Traders: 4X Empires
75% matchMixed63% of 82 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take command of humanity’s last survivors and rebuild an empire in the stars. In this immersive turn-based strategy game, you will have to fight to protect your people, control rival factions, and unlock lost technology.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.7%, Space 20.9%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Strategy 15.3%, Management 11.1%
- #39 Veterum
69% matchVery Positive86% of 252 reviews2026
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Strategy RPG 11.4%, Strategy 10.8%
- #40 MENACE
66% matchVery Positive91% of 13,728 reviews2026
Dev: Overhype StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Lead a strike force against an alien threat in this turn-based tactical RPG from the developers of Battle Brothers. Answer distress calls across different worlds, train and equip infantry, deploy tanks and mechs, and plan and execute missions in detailed turn-based battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based 19.4%, Tactical RPG 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Strategy 11%
- #41 Interstellar Space: Genesis
72% matchVery Positive84% of 850 reviews2019
Dev: Praxis Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!
Why similar: Turn-Based 23.4%, Space 15.5%, Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%
- #42 Interstellaria
74% matchMixed56% of 410 reviews2015
Dev: Coldrice Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Managing a fleet across a dangerous galaxy. Every star and planet holds untold riches and dangers. Each encounter will require skills in trading, diplomacy, and combat. Allocate power to engines, charge all weapons, and take on the worst the galaxy has to handle.
Why similar: Space 30.9%, Strategy 21%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Tactical 14.6%, Management 13.5%
- #43 Ultimate Space Commando
73% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: Creatio 49Pub: Angry Cat Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
USC is a turn-based, top-down view tactics game in which you control the crew of a stranded recon vessel in a "first contact war" for survival, featuring a detailed combat system with RPG elements, fully interactive randomized maps, unique weapons and gadgets, crafting, and custom multiplayer modes.
Why similar: Strategy 47.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.9%, RPG 15.2%, Indie 7.3%
- #44 Ruin Raiders
71% matchMixed67% of 88 reviews2021
Dev: OverPowered TeamPub: indie.io
Windows
Ruin Raiders is a turn-based tactical roguelike where you command customizable squads on a one-way journey into the ruins of an ancient civilization. Master turn-based combat, craft new technologies, and dive into ever-changing ruins to unveil the past!
Why similar: Turn-Based 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Space 11.5%, Strategy 11.3%
- #45 Star Ruler
72% matchVery Positive83% of 342 reviews2010
Dev: Blind Mind Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...
Why similar: Strategy 47%, Space 35.4%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Indie 4.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #46 Crying Suns
69% matchVery Positive86% of 4,555 reviews2019
Dev: Alt Shift
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.
Why similar: Space 22.2%, Strategy 20.5%, Tactical 12.5%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Procedural Generation 9.5%
- #47 Lords of the Black Sun
75% matchMostly Negative20% of 396 reviews2014
Dev: Arkavi StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.
Why similar: Strategy 33.7%, Space 25%, Turn-Based 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Sci-fi 7.3%
- #48 Emperor of the Fading Suns Enhanced
67% matchVery Positive95% of 193 reviews2025
Dev: Holistic Design, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Command interstellar forces in this epic return of the 4X strategy classic. From planetary politics to galactic warfare, the stakes couldn’t be higher as you lead your Royal House through battles on land, sea, air, and the vast reaches of space.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.8%, Strategy 24.5%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Space 15.3%, Resource Management 11.8%
- #49 Fallen: A2P Protocol
73% matchMostly Negative38% of 226 reviews2015
Dev: Red Katana
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A post-apocalyptic, turn based, tactical combat and strategy game where you lead your caravan on a quest for revenge.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.4%, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Tactical RPG 8.9%
- #50 Chaos Sector 混沌宙域
70% matchVery Positive82% of 98 reviews2018
Dev: Han ZhiyuPub: ChaosGalaxyStudio
Windows
It's a retro-style strategy game, you can choose the Northsky Fleet or the Pirates, lead your commanders, controll many kinds of warships and robots, and fight a war with the enemy's fleet and alien horde on the galactic chessboard!
Why similar: Turn-Based 26%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.1%, Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Sci-fi 9.8%
- #51 Age of Gladiators II: Death League
70% matchMixed69% of 106 reviews2017
Dev: Creative Storm Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Age of Gladiators II: Death League is a single-player strategy game set in the futuristic 3000AD, during the rebirth of the violent and hyper-competitive gladiatorial games. Manage your franchise while forging the attributes and abilities of your warriors. Build your story. Build your empire.
Why similar: Turn-Based 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Space 9.6%
- #52 Last Days of Old Earth
71% matchMixed60% of 57 reviews2016
Dev: Auroch DigitalPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Last Days of Old Earth is a rich strategy game set in our far, far future where the sun is dying. Can you command the last noble tribes of humanity as they attempt to survive among the machines and marauding clans?
Why similar: Turn-Based 30.7%, Strategy 26.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%, Tactical 6.4%
- #53 Dead Weight
63% matchVery Positive82% of 618 reviews2026
Dev: Klukva Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Face the Ancient Gods! Set the sails of your flying pirate ship and embark on a roguelite adventure in the steampunk world of Dead Weight. Explore floating islands in search of loot. Choose a class and enjoy turn-based tactical combat on tiny battlefields where every step matters.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Tactical RPG 12.3%
- #54 Avadon 3: The Warborn
68% matchVery Positive91% of 134 reviews2016
Dev: Spiderweb Software
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Huge, old-school, indie fantasy role-playing adventure. Features an epic story and tactical, turn-based combat. Explore cunning dungeons, hunt for 100s of magical artifacts, and use dozens of magical abilities. Many different endings. Will you save your people or betray them? It's up to you.
Why similar: Strategy 27.7%, Turn-Based 23.7%, Party-Based RPG 15.2%, RPG 14.5%, Story Rich 6%
- #55 Stars in Shadow
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 838 reviews2017
Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
Why similar: Strategy 25.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Space 17.9%, Turn-Based 17.1%, Sci-fi 8.9%
- #56 Starless Abyss
64% matchVery Positive85% of 343 reviews2025
Dev: Konafa GamesPub: No More Robots
Windows
Earth has fallen. Science and the Occult have united forces to brace for the arrival of the Eldritch. But will the efforts against this strange, alien race be enough? Play as one of many Proximae used to help defend humanity in this turn-based, roguelike, intergalactic deck builder.
Why similar: Strategy 28.8%, Turn-Based 20.1%, Space 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Tactical 8%
- #57 Steam Marines
70% matchMixed50% of 333 reviews2014
Dev: Worthless Bums
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
Why similar: Turn-Based 25.5%, Strategy 19.9%, Space 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Tactical 9.4%
- #58 Dead in Antares
63% matchMostly Positive79% of 201 reviews2026
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Dead in Antares is a turn-based survival management game with RPG elements, set on an alien planet. Lead a crew of survivors sent on a mission to save humanity. Manage their needs, strengthen their teamwork, and explore this mysterious world to find a way back home.
Why similar: Strategy 27.3%, Resource Management 19.7%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Management 11.2%, RPG 9.4%
- #59 Ceres
69% matchMixed51% of 160 reviews2015
Dev: Jötunn GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take control of a squadron of ships in full 3D space combat. Explore, battle and trade your way through a pirate, machine and monster-infested solar system.
Why similar: Strategy 37%, Space 32.9%, Sci-fi 15.7%, RPG 9.9%, Indie 4.5%