- #1 Warside
97% matchMixed70% of 602 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 11.2%, Tanks 11% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #2 Headquarters: World War II
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 668 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 15.2% ★, Wargame 13.1%, PvP 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%
- #3 Tactical Troops: Anthracite Shift
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 55 reviews2021
Dev: QED Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 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 Hex of Steel
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 840 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%
- #5 Apewar
94% matchVery Positive93% of 7,921 reviews2023
Dev: Radatomic Studios
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 12.5 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 28.5%, Multiplayer 23.3%, Stylized 9.9%, Colorful 7.1%
- #6 TINY METAL
94% matchMostly Positive70% of 288 reviews2017
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. / UNTIES
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 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 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Military 9.1%
- #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 18.1%, PvP 11%, Tanks 9.1% ★
- #8 Earth vs Mars
90% 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%
- #9 Waronoi
91% 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 17.6%, Strategy 13.2%, War 11.5%, PvP 8.9%
- #10 Operation: Polygon Storm
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 288 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%
- #11 Fire & Maneuver
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,757 reviews2023
Dev: Armchair Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 21.2 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%
- #12 Möbius Front '83
89% matchMixed69% of 504 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%
- #13 Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector
87% matchVery Positive87% of 6,578 reviews2021
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21%, Tactical 12.5%, Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 9%
- #14 One-inch Tactics
86% matchVery Positive94% of 90 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 18.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Grid-Based Movement 15%, Tactical 14.9%
- #15 Axis & Allies 1942 Online
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,018 reviews2021
Dev: Beamdog
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 49.2 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 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Military 12.1%, War 9.8%
- #16 Techwars Online
86% 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%
- #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 Athena Crisis
82% 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%
- #19 Line War
82% matchVery Positive80% of 1,164 reviews2022
Dev: Studio Centurion
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 10.4 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 20.1% ★, Wargame 19.8%, PvP 16.7%, Multiplayer 12.2%, War 12%
- #20 Fantasy Wars
83% matchVery Positive86% of 310 reviews2010
Dev: Ino-CoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 24.4 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: Turn-Based Strategy 45%, Strategy 35.1%, Tactical 17.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #21 Empires Shall Fall
79% matchVery Positive88% of 144 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 17.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Tactical 11.6%, Military 9.2%
- #22 Raifu Wars
80% 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%
- #23 Battle of the Bulge
81% matchMostly Positive71% 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 18.2%, Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%
- #24 Hedgewars
78% 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 13.6%, PvP 12.2%
- #25 Instant War
79% 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 19.2% ★, Military 14.7%, War 11%, PvP 9.1%
- #26 Second Front
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 656 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 16.5% ★, Wargame 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Tactical 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%
- #27 Future Wars
81% matchMostly Negative30% of 310 reviews2010
Dev: Radon Labs
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 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%
- #28 Panzer Strategy
78% 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 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Military 12.5%, Tactical 11.4%
- #29 Rusted Warfare - RTS
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,206 reviews2017
Dev: Corroding Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 33.1 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 34.1%, Multiplayer 30.5%, War 21.8%, Retro 10.7%, Singleplayer 3%
- #30 Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific
75% matchVery Positive89% of 115 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%
- #31 Warpips
75% matchVery Positive87% of 5,087 reviews2022
Dev: Skirmish Mode GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.0 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 28.1%, Tactical 25.7%, Wargame 23.4%, Strategy 13.9%, Stylized 4.1%
- #32 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%
- #33 Crossfire: Dungeons
77% 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 41%, Turn-Based Strategy 39.5%, Strategy 19.5%
- #34 Tokyo Warfare Turbo
73% matchVery Positive84% 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 34.4% ★, Military 15.7%, War 15%, 1990's 11.8%, Multiplayer 11.1%
- #35 SOVL: Fantasy Warfare
71% matchVery Positive88% of 2,619 reviews2023
Dev: Dalen Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.4 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 9.4%
- #36 Live by the Sword: Tactics
73% 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%
- #37 Total Tank Generals
72% 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 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, War 12.9%, Military 12%
- #38 Lock 'n Load Tactical Digital: Core Game
73% matchVery Positive84% of 576 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 32.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 27.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, War 9.3%, Strategy 9.1%
- #39 Battlefield Commander WWII
71% 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 11%, War 9.5%
- #40 Neuroshima Hex
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 95 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 17.2%, Tanks 13.6% ★, PvP 12.3%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%
- #41 Firmament Wars
74% 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 23%, Tactical 20.9%, War 18.3%, Multiplayer 14.4%
- #42 Countryballs at War
70% matchVery Positive91% of 64 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%
- #43 Dogs of War Online
74% 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 34.3%, Multiplayer 16.6%, Tactical 12.8%
- #44 Napoleon's Eagles: Game of the Napoleonic Wars
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 147 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 10.8%
- #45 Retro Commander
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 357 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 27.9% ★, Multiplayer 13.3%, PvP 13.1%, Strategy 10.5%
- #46 Reflex Unit: Strike Ops
67% matchVery Positive88% of 69 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 17.1%, Multiplayer 13%, Tactical 12.7%, Retro 9.9%
- #47 Theatre of War
72% matchMixed62% of 371 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 34.8%, Tanks 33.7% ★, War 19.7%, Multiplayer 11.9%
- #48 WARNO
65% matchMostly Positive80% of 15,442 reviews2024
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 70.4 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 19.5%, Tanks 16.4% ★, Military 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, War 10.7%
- #49 Frontline: World War II
69% 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 14.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11%
- #50 Outlive 25
63% matchVery Positive96% of 206 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%
- #51 Wizard Warfare
68% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2019
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 44%, Tactical 36%, Strategy 18.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #52 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
65% matchVery Positive88% of 1,638 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Tactical 13.1%, Military 12.5%, War 11.4%
- #53 Ground Pounders
70% matchMostly Negative41% of 54 reviews2014
Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Ground Pounders is a turn-based, strategy wargame. Inspired by classic strategy games like Panzer General, and steeped in the lore of the Sword of the Stars universe, Ground Pounders offers a new generation of gamers an updated taste of turn-based strategic warfare.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 56.7%, Strategy 43.3%
- #54 TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE
67% matchVery Positive81% of 185 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 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%
- #55 World War Armies
66% matchMixed61% of 992 reviews2024
Dev: Hypemasters, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
World War Armies is the ultimate PvP real-time strategy game. Command advanced war machines and compete for free against other players worldwide. Revolutionary mechanics reduce downtime and focus on direct engagement with the enemy, you get to the fun parts of RTS faster.
Why similar: Tanks 19.5% ★, Military 17.4%, Tactical 12.9%, PvP 12.8%, Wargame 11.1%