- #1 Warside
97% matchMixed69% of 611 reviews2025
Dev: LAVABIRDPub: First Break Labs
Windows · Linux
Welcome to Warside, the fast-paced turn-based tactics game. With a single-player story campaign, multiplayer support, and a built-in map editor, the fight for victory never ends. Choose your Commander, assemble your forces, and battle your way to victory.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 15.3%, Wargame 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Tanks 11.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
- #2 Headquarters: World War II
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 674 reviews2024
Dev: Starni GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Headquarters: World War II is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game where your battlefield tactics are as important as your army management skills. Experience both sides of the war, battling in Europe as the USA, the UK, or Germany. Storm bunkers, occupy houses, win tank duels.
Why similar: Tanks 15.3% ★, Wargame 13.1%, PvP 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%
- #3 Tactical Troops: Anthracite Shift
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 55 reviews2021
Dev: QED Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Dive into a top-down, turn-based strategy game with 80's sci-fi flair. Command elite soldiers in multiplayer duels on 24 maps, local hot-seat mode, or a thrilling singleplayer campaign. Master teleportation and gridless movement on the mysterious planet Anthracite.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Tactical 12.1%, PvP 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #4 TINY METAL
95% matchMostly Positive71% of 290 reviews2017
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. / UNTIES
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Craft unique strategies and outmaneuver your foes in TINY METAL, a turn-based Japanese wargame! With new tactical options, you will command over 16 tactically diverse units, flank, assault, deploy heroes from orbital dropships, and focus the firepower of multiple units to even out otherwise disastrous odds.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 16.2%, Wargame 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Military 9.1%
- #5 Hex of Steel
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 857 reviews2020
Dev: War Frogs Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!
Why similar: Wargame 16.8%, Tanks 15.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Military 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%
- #6 Apewar
94% matchVery Positive93% of 7,977 reviews2023
Dev: Radatomic Studios
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Apewar is an online tactical and action FPS/TPS monkey war game adapted from real life. Build your monkey team and fight against your enemies. By playing in a coordinated way, you can have fun and win with a good strategy. Monkeys are strong together!
Why similar: PvP 31.2%, War 28.6%, Multiplayer 23.3%, Stylized 9.9%, Colorful 7.1%
- #7 Tactical Warfare
92% matchMixed67% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: Mizrab
Windows
The enemy attack on your base is imminent; secure your defenses, mobilize your troops, reinforce key positions, and get ready for the next battle. RTS Tactical Warfare will test your resilience and strategic prowess.
Why similar: War 35.8%, Multiplayer 23%, Strategy 18%, PvP 11%, Tanks 9.2% ★
- #8 Fantasy Wars
91% matchVery Positive86% of 312 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 45%, Strategy 35.1%, Tactical 17.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #9 Earth vs Mars
89% matchVery Positive86% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: Relic Labs
Windows
Faced with a terrifying Martian invasion, you must lead Earth’s forces in a battle for our planet’s future. Create powerful human-creature super soldiers to fight an alien menace in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Grid-Based Movement 14.6%, PvP 11.1%, Tactical 9.2%
- #10 Waronoi
90% matchMostly Positive78% of 69 reviews2020
Dev: MFCPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Command modern military armies by zooming out and issuing orders to large formations, or zooming in to issue orders to individual squads and vehicles. Waronoi is the real-time strategy war game.
Why similar: Wargame 25.7%, Military 17.7%, Strategy 13.2%, War 11.6%, PvP 8.9%
- #11 Operation: Polygon Storm
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 291 reviews2024
Dev: Toxic Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
A fastpaced, military tug-of-war game with minimal micromanagement. Choose and deploy from a mix of specialized military units to overwhelm the enemy. Experiment with a huge variety of unit compositions, synergies, abilities, and upgrades to lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Wargame 36.4%, Military 22.1%, War 13.7%, Tactical 13.6%, Strategy 9.6%
- #12 Fire & Maneuver
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,766 reviews2023
Dev: Armchair Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
The Armchair Historian brings you a new turn-based strategy game set in the Victorian Era. As muskets become rifles and infantry is confronted by modernizing artillery, it is imperative to adapt to a rapidly changing battlefield. This is a new age, not of courage and chivalry, but of Blood and Iron.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Military 11.3%, Grid-Based Movement 10.8%, Tactical 9.4%
- #13 Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector
86% matchVery Positive87% of 6,700 reviews2021
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in the grimdark universe of the 41st Millennium. Pick your force, develop your army, field mighty heroes and fight for victory using superior strategy, awesome abilities, and devastating weaponry.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21%, Tactical 12.5%, Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9%
- #14 Möbius Front '83
87% matchMixed69% of 507 reviews2020
Dev: Zachtronics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Defend America from an alternate-universe America using state-of-the-art 1980s military hardware in this intricate and tactical turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Wargame 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Tanks 12.9% ★, Military 12.7%, War 9.5%
- #15 Axis & Allies 1942 Online
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,038 reviews2021
Dev: Beamdog
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 48.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Play the classic board game, Axis & Allies 1942 2nd Edition! Act as WWII powers in a turn-based strategy game that fits your screen and schedule— get notified on your turn and command armies at your own pace! Team up with friends, challenge the world’s top players, or go solo vs. A.I.
Why similar: Wargame 23%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Military 12.2%, War 9.8%
- #16 One-inch Tactics
84% matchVery Positive95% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Turn the tide of the war with nuanced strategies in One-inch Tactics, introducing players to a unique turn-based strategy experience.
Why similar: Wargame 20.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Grid-Based Movement 15%, Tactical 14.8%
- #17 Godless Tactics
84% matchVery Positive95% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: Ice Arrow Games
Windows
Lead an elite strike team through the wars of a reborn civilisation, and decide the fate of humanity through your achievements and choices. Traverse a dynamic war-map, engage in fast, turn-based battles, and explore the world of 2952.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 32.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 25%, Strategy 20.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #18 Line War
83% matchVery Positive80% of 1,169 reviews2022
Dev: Studio Centurion
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A new type of RTS with elements from 4X, Wargame, and Real-Time Tactics. Draw commands and execute a superior strategy to defeat your opponent, focusing on high-level decisions rather than constant micromanagement.
Why similar: Tanks 20.2% ★, Wargame 19.8%, PvP 16.7%, Multiplayer 12.2%, War 12%
- #19 Athena Crisis
81% matchVery Positive82% of 143 reviews2024
Dev: Nakazawa Tech
Windows · Mac · Linux
Athena Crisis is a modern retro turn-based strategy game that places you in command of 40+ units in your journey across the multiverse. Embark on a challenging single-player quest or dive into the thrill of ranked or casual multiplayer modes to become the best Athena Crisis player!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Tactical 16.6%, PvP 13.4%, Multiplayer 7.7%
- #20 Warpips
81% matchVery Positive87% of 5,108 reviews2022
Dev: Skirmish Mode GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Warpips is the ultimate quick to learn but amazingly deep tug-of-war strategy game. Deploy the right composition of soldiers, tanks, helicopters and planes in this tight, streamlined strategy-focused war game. Compose the best army, research the right tech; overwhelm your enemy!
Why similar: War 28.2%, Tactical 25.7%, Wargame 23.4%, Strategy 13.8%, Stylized 4.1%
- #21 Techwars Online
82% matchMixed63% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: Argus Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Immerse yourself in a world of old-school turn-based strategy with massive combat mechs. Real hardcore PvP: two factions, each with just one mech with 20 additional specializations and a pilot-neuroimplant system.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.9%, Tactical 25.2%, Strategy 21.9%, Multiplayer 14.1%, Singleplayer 2%
- #22 Empires Shall Fall
78% matchVery Positive88% of 145 reviews2024
Dev: Weird Penguin Games
Windows
Empires Shall Fall is a turn-based tactics game set in a dieselpunk world. Upgrade your army and command your troops, then exploit terrain to eradicate your enemies with sheer power and sharp tactics.
Why similar: Tanks 17.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Tactical 11.6%, Military 9.3%
- #23 Raifu Wars
79% matchVery Positive90% of 93 reviews2022
Dev: Yotis StudiosPub: Schneewolf Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Strategize and battle for victory in this cute multiplayer turn-based strategy featuring bolt-action rifle girls!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.3%, Grid-Based Movement 20%, Military 13.6%, PvP 13.2%, Multiplayer 12%
- #24 Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: Tortuga Team
Windows
Median: 3.1 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: Grid-Based Movement 24%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Tactical 15%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%
- #25 Future Wars
82% matchMostly Negative30% of 310 reviews2010
Dev: Radon Labs
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 17%
Battle it out on the proving grounds and get ready for Future Wars. Similar to classic titles such as Advance Wars and Battle Isle, the game takes strategy gaming away from the micro-management overkill that it has become and using simple, proven rock-paper-scissors principles, reopens the genre to everyone.
Why similar: Strategy 57%, Turn-Based Strategy 40.6%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #26 Battle of the Bulge
80% matchMostly Positive72% of 168 reviews2015
Dev: Shenandoah StudioPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Battle of the Bulge is a fast-paced WW2 game where precise movement and detailed planning make the difference between a vain attempt and a brave operation.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Wargame 20.8%, War 18.3%, Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%
- #27 Hedgewars
77% matchVery Positive90% of 130 reviews2022
Dev: Hedgewars Team
Windows
Turn-based strategy, artillery, action and comedy game, featuring the antics of pink hedgehogs with attitude as they battle from the depths of hell to the depths of space.
Why similar: Wargame 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, PvP 12.3%
- #28 Instant War
78% matchMixed67% of 87 reviews2022
Dev: Playwing LTD
Windows
Embark on a military strategy 4X RTS game, in a world where your battle tactics and your massive army are the keys to victory. Instant War delivers an amazing battlefield experience in a realistic military game. As a commander, you develop your military base and lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Wargame 23%, Tanks 19.3% ★, Military 14.7%, War 11%, PvP 9.1%
- #29 Classified: France '44
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 979 reviews2024
Dev: Absolutely GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Command an elite team of allied special operators in Nazi-occupied France wreaking havoc in the run up to D-Day in this ambitious turn-based tactics game. Take on the might of Germany's war machine and launch daring raids in occupied territory. Can you do enough to ensure Allied victory?
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 21%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Tactical 11.7%, Military 11.2%
- #30 Panzer Strategy
77% matchMixed65% of 469 reviews2018
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Panzer Strategy is a World War II wargame that combines classic turn-based strategy gameplay with modern looks. Command your armies and adapt your units to any objective using a huge selection of real-life military equipment and battle skills.
Why similar: Tanks 19.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Military 12.5%, Tactical 11.4%
- #31 Second Front
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 662 reviews2023
Dev: HexdrawPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Second Front is a tactical WWII turn-based strategy game. Craft & share your own scenarios and maps or use your strategic prowess in 48 scenarios set in iconic locations. Command over 40 types of infantry and 216 tanks, vehicles and guns. An infinite tactical sandbox experience.
Why similar: Tanks 16.6% ★, Wargame 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Tactical 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%
- #32 Rusted Warfare - RTS
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,298 reviews2017
Dev: Corroding Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 33.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
{{An RTS inspired by the classics of the past!}} Making up for it's subpar retro graphics with fun gameplay and modern multi-threaded tech enabling huge battles to run smooth... Featuring singleplayer challenges, skirmish, sandbox, 10-player multiplayer & workshop modding.
Why similar: Strategy 34%, Multiplayer 30.5%, War 21.8%, Retro 10.7%, Singleplayer 3%
- #33 Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific
74% matchVery Positive88% of 118 reviews2024
Dev: Fury SoftwarePub: Matrix Games
Windows
Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific is a turn-based strategy game. It offers a comprehensive experience of the Pacific Theater, challenging you to achieve victory in one of history's greatest conflicts.
Why similar: Wargame 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Military 12.5%, Strategy 11.5%, War 10.3%
- #34 Hexarchy
73% matchVery Positive82% of 1,576 reviews2023
Dev: Main Tank SoftwarePub: Yogscast Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Hexarchy is an innovative, fast-paced, historical 4x strategy game where you use cards and deckbuilding to make your decisions. Single-player and online multiplayer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Military 13.6%, Tactical 12.9%, War 12.9%
- #35 Multiwinia
76% matchVery Positive82% of 600 reviews2008
Dev: Introversion Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Multiwinia is a fast-paced, retro-inspired RTS that blends arcade action with strategic depth. Command armies of Multiwinians in multiplayer battles across vibrant, nostalgic environments. With simple controls and dynamic gameplay, it offers endless fun and challenge for players of all skill levels.
Why similar: Multiplayer 22.5%, PvP 21.3%, Retro 15.4%, Top-Down 15.2%, Strategy 14.8%
- #36 Crossfire: Dungeons
76% matchMixed48% of 91 reviews2015
Dev: Random Thoughts EntertainmentPub: Random Thoughts Enterainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Battle against rival fantasy armies in this fast paced turn based strategy game. Fight powerful bosses while you hunt for treasure in dungeon mode, play through over one hundred single player missions in campaign mode, or match wits against your friends in multiplayer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 40.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 39.5%, Strategy 19.5%
- #37 Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game
72% matchVery Positive84% of 577 reviews2020
Dev: Lock 'n Load Publishing
Windows · Mac
Lock 'n Load Tactical is fast and Furious tactical combat that is fast to learn. In LnLT you get squads, weapon teams, armored vehicles, fixed-wing aircraft, and, in the modern-era games, helicopters. Individuals such as Leaders, Medics, Snipers, Chaplains, Advisors, and, of course, Heroes.
Why similar: Wargame 32.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, War 9.4%, Strategy 9.1%
- #38 Total Tank Generals
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 322 reviews2023
Dev: Noobz From PolandPub: 505 Games
Windows
Every war has its Generals. Take command of an army during World War II and lead them to victory. Strategize your way through many scenarios and real historical military campaigns of past generals.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Wargame 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, War 13%, Military 12.1%
- #39 Tokyo Warfare Turbo
72% matchVery Positive83% of 431 reviews2019
Dev: Pablo Vidaurre Sanz
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Fast paced arcade tank battles in Japan locations
Why similar: Tanks 34.5% ★, Military 15.7%, War 15%, 1990's 11.8%, Multiplayer 11.1%
- #40 Firmament Wars
73% matchMixed65% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: Neverworks Games
Windows
Firmament Wars is a multiplayer strategy game with fast-paced real-time warfare. Build a wall, fire cannons, and launch missiles on your way to victory! Select from 7 government types and compete with up to 8 players on a variety of maps! Go forth and conquer!
Why similar: Wargame 23.5%, Strategy 22.9%, Tactical 20.9%, War 18.3%, Multiplayer 14.4%
- #41 SOVL: Fantasy Warfare
69% matchVery Positive88% of 2,648 reviews2023
Dev: Dalen Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
SOVL is a ruleset for playing fantasy wargames. It can be played with miniatures on a table or digitally on Steam.
Why similar: Wargame 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, PvP 10.4%, Tactical 9.5%
- #42 Battlefield Commander WWII
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Sword of SteelPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Battlefield Commander WWII is a real-time tactical game where you lead the soldiers and vehicles that battled across the globe during this time in history. Play hundreds of unique units across multiple game modes.
Why similar: Wargame 20.5%, Tanks 16.5% ★, Military 12.8%, Tactical 10.9%, War 9.5%
- #43 Neuroshima Hex
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 97 reviews2025
Dev: Baked Games
Windows
Neuroshima Hex is a post-apocalyptic tactical game from the designers of Neuroshima, the board game. It is all about strategy and tactics on one hexagonal battlefield. The game offers many different units, technologies and special abilities that can be used for an effective strategy.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, Tanks 13.7% ★, PvP 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%
- #44 Live by the Sword: Tactics
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: Labrador Studios
Windows · Mac
Live By The Sword: Tactics is a streamlined tactical RPG that blends classic and contemporary gameplay elements. The game is set in a world recovering from the ravages of war, you must navigate the treacherous landscape to prevent further turmoil. Single Player and Multiplayer modes available.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19%, Tactical 14.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.5%, Multiplayer 8.1%
- #45 Countryballs at War
68% matchVery Positive90% of 72 reviews2025
Dev: SHN Games
Windows
Countryballs at War is a grand strategy wargame that combines turn-based empire building with real-time battles. Lead any countryball nation, expand your territory through conquest or diplomacy, and rise as the ultimate superpower.
Why similar: Wargame 21.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Strategy 12.2%, Military 12.1%
- #46 Dogs of War Online
73% matchMixed64% of 711 reviews2014
Dev: Cyanide StudioPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Dogs Of War Online is a multiplayer tactical game, based on the classic board game "Confrontation". Build your own company of mercenaries from the wide range of units available and challenge thousands of players in intense battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.3%, Strategy 34.2%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Tactical 12.8%
- #47 Napoleon's Eagles: Game of the Napoleonic Wars
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 148 reviews2023
Dev: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
Napoleon's Eagles is the classic board game War & Peace for computer. Be Napoleon – or stand against him – in a series of short scenarios that cover the epic battles of the age, or in a multiplayer-only grand campaign that may – or may not – end on the field of Waterloo.
Why similar: Wargame 26.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, War 14.8%, Military 13.4%, Strategy 10.7%
- #48 Worms
71% matchVery Positive83% of 702 reviews2011
Dev: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 14%
Throw a grenade down memory lane with the original and classic turn-based strategy game Worms™! Up to 4 teams of worms do battle over an ever-changing battlefield with falling weapon crates, crazed exploding sheep and more besides. Winner of many industry awards, find out what all the fuss was about.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.8%, Strategy 24.9%, Multiplayer 17.9%, Retro 11.4%, 1990's 6.1%
- #49 Reflex Unit: Strike Ops
66% matchVery Positive89% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: ROBOSARU Games
Windows · Mac
Tactical Vehicle Action! Featuring diverse missions; stage daring rescues, manage resources, assault enemy bases and fight back against a sinister enemy. Strategic single and multiplayer gameplay, balance your vehicles speed, firepower, fuel and load capacity to overcome challenging missions.
Why similar: Wargame 32.3%, PvP 17.2%, Multiplayer 13%, Tactical 12.7%, Retro 9.9%
- #50 Retro Commander
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 363 reviews2023
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Retro Commander is a post-apocalyptic real-time strategy wargame (RTS).
Why similar: Wargame 29%, Tanks 28% ★, Multiplayer 13.3%, PvP 13.1%, Strategy 10.5%
- #51 Metal Slug Tactics
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,491 reviews2024
Dev: Leikir StudioPub: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%
METAL SLUG makes an explosive return! Dive into this dynamic tactical RPG with a roguelite thrill and experience the iconic run'n'gun action of the original series, redefined. Grab your weapons, assemble your squad and conquer the battlefield to defeat the infamous Rebel Army.
Why similar: Tanks 25% ★, War 21.3%, Tactical 19.1%, Military 15.7%, Strategy 9.4%
- #52 Theatre of War
70% matchMixed62% of 372 reviews2010
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Command a special task force composed of different kinds of units, including tanks, APCs, field guns, mortars, various infantry regiments and will also have an opportunity to call for artillery and air support.
Why similar: Strategy 34.6%, Tanks 33.8% ★, War 19.7%, Multiplayer 11.9%
- #53 WARNO
64% matchMostly Positive80% of 15,637 reviews2024
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 15.4 hrsMean: 70.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Realistic, immersive, breathtaking. WARNO is the ultimate World War III battle simulator from the masters of strategy, Eugen Systems. A Cold War turns decisively hot as you command hundreds of units on a beautiful and brutal battlefield. Outsmart, outfight, and lead your forces to total victory.
Why similar: Wargame 19.6%, Tanks 16.4% ★, Military 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, War 10.7%
- #54 Frontline: World War II
67% matchVery Positive84% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: Frontline: Games Series
Windows
Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of World War II, as you meticulously plan your moves and adapt to the ever-changing battlefield. With a wide array of units and tactical options at your disposal, success is determined by your strategic prowess and adaptability.
Why similar: Wargame 17.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Military 14.2%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #55 Outlive 25
62% matchVery Positive95% of 238 reviews2026
Dev: Continuum EntertainmentPub: CriticalLeap
Windows
Build your base, prepare your troops, and face your most epic battle yet in this old-school real-time strategy game. Choose between two factions, test your skills in three epic campaigns and engage in online battles with up to 16 players simultaneously.
Why similar: PvP 19.9%, Old School 18%, Multiplayer 15%, 1990's 14.3%, War 12.9%
- #56 TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE
67% matchVery Positive81% of 186 reviews2019
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: AREA 34, Inc.
Windows
The world of TINY METAL expands! Command Wolfram & the White Fangs against the mysterious Dinoldan forces. 77 skirmish maps, 21+ diverse units, 39 challenging campaigns. Stop the ancient tech excavation. Turn-based Japanese storytelling meets intense tactical warfare. All skill levels welcome.
Why similar: Grid-Based Movement 15%, Tanks 12.9% ★, Wargame 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%