- #1 Armory Doctrine
97% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Nightride Games
Windows
Armory Doctrine is a real-time grand strategy game where you run a private arms empire and fight your own wars in a modern world sliding toward war. Expand your factory, master the global weapons market, and decide the fate of every shipment: sell it for profit, equip your own forces or arm a proxy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.5% ★, Diplomacy 18.2% ★, RTS 14.1%, War 12.9%, Military 8.5%
- #2 Dummynation
96% matchVery Positive88% of 3,234 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 36.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Geopolitical management game with real-time shifting borders and a streamlined gameplay, designed to minimize all burdensome chores while allowing an absolute strategic control, from military recruitment and deployment, to diplomatic and economic management.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.3% ★, Diplomacy 21% ★, RTS 13.5%, Military 11.9%, War 9.4%
- #3 Age of Resistance
96% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: Luis Humberto
Windows
Age of Resistance is a modern grand strategy set in South America. Manage your economy, internal stability, political ideologies, and regional conflicts in real-time with pause. Will you be able to dominate the continent?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.6% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, RTS 15.9%, Military 9.1%, War 8.6%
- #4 Relentless Expanse
95% matchVery Positive90% of 110 reviews2025
Dev: Cowmera Games
Windows
Capture and upgrade planets, outsmart your enemies, and conquer the galaxy! Simple yet addicting, you can play alone or outsmart your friends in this 2D top-down space RTS. Completely free, no monetization, just fun!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.3% ★, RTS 18.6%, Diplomacy 17.9% ★, Space 9.7%, Sci-fi 6.4%
- #5 Countryballs Conquest
94% matchVery Positive86% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: Indenial Games
Windows
Lead your country through the Victorian age, expand your empire as you go head to head with the great powers of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.9% ★, War 15.6%, Military 12.7%, Diplomacy 11.2% ★, RTS 8.7%
- #6 Commanders Fury
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RoboFox Games LLC
Windows
Take command of the war machine of an empire in this 4x RTS hybrid. Fight battles with your flagship fleet in fully 3D real-time space combat. Recruit, train and dispatch commanders. Give them orders, directives and equip their fleets. Manage your empire’s supply logistics and fleet operations.
Why similar: RTS 19%, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Diplomacy 13.2% ★, Space 11.1%, Strategy 7.3%
- #7 Great Houses of Calderia
93% matchMixed61% of 442 reviews2024
Dev: Resistance GamesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Great Houses of Calderia is a Feudal Grand Strategy game focusing on family dynamics & stories. Use your family strengths to compete against rivals to rise in the ranks of Calderia - produce, trade, scheme, bribe, and battle to build your legacy of power!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.1% ★, Diplomacy 15.9% ★, Military 10.1%, RTS 9.1%, War 8.4%
- #8 RUPTURR
92% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Aikon Interactive
Windows
Develop your nation, command your army, and dominate the world in a real-time strategy game combining economic management, diplomacy, technological progress, and military conquest.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.9% ★, Diplomacy 21.5% ★, RTS 17.7%, Military 9.8%, War 7.1%
- #9 Renaissance Kingdom Wars
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 170 reviews2024
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
The year is 1510. As wars rage across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, it is the age of gunpowder and mercenaries - that changed the course of history. You can do it as well, going from a leader of men to the ruler of an empire in this unique mix of RTS and grand strategy.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.3% ★, Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, RTS 14.7%, War 9.9%, Military 9.9%
- #10 PicoBellum
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PicoBellum
Windows · Linux
The war between Humans and Orcs continues to ravage the world. Lead your faction into war, besiege castles, clash on open battlefields, and conquer enemy territory. End the conflict and claim the throne of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.4% ★, RTS 21.1%, War 18.6%, Strategy 11.9%, Military 10.8%
- #11 Stellar Reach
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: Stelleas
Windows
Stellar Reach is a 4X hard sci-fi strategy game where you control a faction vying for dominance across a hostile galactic frontier. Guide your empire through conquest, prosperity, or industrial power as you advance through six distinct tech trees and forge your path to victory.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, RTS 13%, Space 10.7%, Futuristic 9%, Military 8.8%
- #12 Ascendance
89% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Torchdrive
Windows
Ascendance is a real-time space strategy game that sees you lead your civilisation into a vast and mysterious galaxy. Experience an immersive journey with detailed civilisations, deeply-simulated economies, internal politics, nuanced diplomacy, and intense space battles.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.7% ★, RTS 16.8%, Diplomacy 14.7% ★, Space 9.2%, Futuristic 6.9%
- #13 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence
89% matchVery Positive84% of 620 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Become a Daimyo of the Warring States period of Japanese history in NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION, a historical simulation game of conquest and domination. It is the 30th anniversary of this series and this current release, NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence, is the crown of the series.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.9% ★, Diplomacy 20.4% ★, RTS 16.6%, War 11.9%, Military 9.6%
- #14 NWO - Anarchy Collapsed
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KNK DEVELOP
Windows · Mac
A grand strategy game of world domination. Conquer and unite 195 countries before an unknown enemy arrives. Build your economy, military, and influence. Choose war or diplomacy, control resources, and shape the future—only one ruler will rise to the top. Will it be you?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.3% ★, Diplomacy 23.2% ★, RTS 17.5%, Military 12.3%, Economy 6.8%
- #15 Magna Conquest
87% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: CH4WORKS
Windows
Lead a kingdom in a real-time medieval fantasy grand strategy where the campaign world and battles unfold simultaneously. Command armies of up to 100,000 units while shaping your realm through diplomacy, kingdom management, research, and legendary heroes in single-player or campaign multiplayer.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.4% ★, Diplomacy 19.9% ★, RTS 15.6%, War 11.5%, Military 9.1%
- #16 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Souzou
86% matchVery Positive87% of 1,238 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 39.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.2% ★, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, RTS 16%, War 13.5%, Military 13.1%
- #17 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Taishi
86% matchMixed50% of 998 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 26.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
"Nobunaga's Ambition: Taishi" is the 15th entry in the historical simulation game series Nobunaga's Ambition. Where a warrior's resolve exceeds their ambition. We offer the grandest warring states experience to all the fans out there!
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.5% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, RTS 15.4%, War 12.1%, Military 11.8%
- #18 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence - Ascension
85% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,099 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.
Why similar: Diplomacy 26% ★, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, RTS 16.2%, Military 13.2%, War 12.4%
- #19 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tendou with Power Up Kit
84% matchVery Positive82% of 238 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Nobunaga’s Ambition, a series synonymous with Historical Simulation Games, has now released an extension of the 13th release in that series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou, at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Diplomacy 24% ★, Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, RTS 15.6%, Military 12.8%, War 12.5%
- #20 Near Sol
84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: LTide
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space 4X game with the ability to build factories, extract resources, with characters, internal and external markets ... Take part in the discussion of the game, share your vision)
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.4% ★, RTS 19.9%, Space 10.2%, Strategy 6.5%, Simulation 6.4%
- #21 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII
83% matchMixed58% of 7,609 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 115.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"The ultimate depiction of the Three Kingdom. A heroic drama of a gathering of Legends. "With this as the concept behind Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13, we have compiled an experience that will immerse you even deeper into the world of the Three Kingdoms, with "human drama," seen through the interactions of the...
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 20.5% ★, RTS 15.7%, Military 12.4%, War 12.1%
- #22 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 154 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Tenkasousei," which was released in 2003 as the 11th game in the series. Lord of Creation or King of Destruction... Administration and battle depicted in full 3D for the first time in the series.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.9% ★, Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, RTS 15.5%, War 12.4%, Military 12.1%
- #23 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Kakushin with Power Up Kit
82% matchVery Positive81% of 350 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
An extension of the 12th release in the Nobunaga’s Ambition series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle, has appeared at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Diplomacy 24% ★, Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, RTS 15.5%, War 13.2%, Military 12.6%
- #24 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XII with Power Up Kit
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 489 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12," which was released in 2012 as the 12th game in the series. The stage is set. Create the story.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25% ★, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, RTS 15.9%, Military 12.5%, War 12.1%
- #25 Strategeist
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Starfish, Inc.
Windows
Become a strategeist and lead one of hundreds of nations on the globe across centuries of conflict and diplomacy in this grand strategy game. Balance war, politics, and internal institutions to shape the fate of your empire, and secure your legacy in history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.5% ★, Diplomacy 22.5% ★, Military 9.7%, RTS 9.2%, War 9%
- #26 Divided Empire: SENGOKU
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Composition GS
Windows
Lead your clan through Japan's turbulent Sengoku period. Craft wise strategies to expand your domain and use cunning tactics to defeat your enemies on the battlefield. Emerge victorious, restore order, and claim the title of Shogun!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.9% ★, RTS 20.7%, War 13.9%, Strategy 10.7%, Military 8.4%
- #27 World Warfare & Economics
78% matchMixed60% of 687 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.9% ★, Diplomacy 20.6% ★, RTS 16%, Military 10.8%, War 10.6%
- #28 Lord of Rigel
78% matchMixed68% of 115 reviews2024
Dev: Rhombus Studios
Windows
Lord of Rigel is a turn-based 4X space strategy game inspired by the classics. In a galaxy divided by two elder races, will you unite with other species or forge your own path? Navigate galactic politics and defeat threats using espionage, research, and military force. How will you shape the galaxy?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21% ★, Diplomacy 20.3% ★, Military 12.2%, War 10.1%, Space 9.2%
- #29 Eon Empires
77% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Aeonforge Studio
Windows
Create and lead your civilization from the Stone Age to a futuristic era. Shape history on customizable maps through war, diplomacy, culture, trade, science, and religion.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.5% ★, Diplomacy 21.3% ★, Military 11.7%, Strategy 9.3%, War 8.8%
- #30 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Ranseiki with Power Up Kit
79% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Ranseiki with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Ranseiki," which was released in 2001 as the 9th game in the series. Ranseiki is a strategy based simulation game based in Japan's chaotic Warring States period.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.3% ★, Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, RTS 15.7%, Military 13.9%, War 13.1%
- #31 Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion
77% matchVery Positive93% of 16,336 reviews2012
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.9% ★, Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, RTS 15.5%, Military 11.5%, Space 8.9%
- #32 PlanetX
76% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: Giedrius Talzunas
Windows · Mac
PlanetX is a real-time strategy MMO set on a spherical planet. Players expand territories, construct buildings, and manage resources to develop their empire. The ultimate goal is to conquer the entire planet by claiming all land plots and outpacing rivals in strategic growth and domination.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.2% ★, RTS 20%, War 9.7%, Futuristic 8.2%, Economy 7.5%
- #33 Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Creative AssemblyPub: SEGA
Windows
Experience the brutal fusion of galactic strategy and grimdark warfare in Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000. Take command of iconic factions, customise your war machine, and engage in devastating battles as you carve a bloody warpath across the stars.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 35.2% ★, RTS 26.1%, Strategy 11.9%, War 11.1%, Space 8.9%
- #34 Supreme Ruler 2030
75% matchMixed65% of 553 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.8% ★, Diplomacy 18.8% ★, RTS 16.6%, War 13.5%, Military 11.6%
- #35 Nexus Legacy
73% matchMixed68% of 326 reviews2026
Dev: Nexus Legacy Team
Windows
Rebuild civilization from a single planet in Nexus Legacy, a persistent sci-fi 4X MMO. Colonize worlds, manage resources, research technologies, command fleets, forge alliances, and fight for control of a living galaxy.
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.7% ★, Grand Strategy 22.1% ★, Military 11.5%, War 11.3%, Space 9.5%
- #36 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
74% matchMostly Negative38% of 299 reviews2025
Dev: JujubeePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prove your political brilliance in a grand strategy like no other: pick any contemporary country, set up your government and navigate the pitfalls of domestic and international politics. A glorious destiny awaits - the domination of not just the Earth, but the whole Solar system!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.4% ★, Diplomacy 22.7% ★, Space 9.3%, Economy 8.8%, Strategy 7%
- #37 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
75% matchMixed62% of 856 reviews2020
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new version of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Stop the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and restart the economy, participate in the US elections or engage in lightning wars with new 2020 scenarios.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.9% ★, Grand Strategy 25.5% ★, Military 10.6%, War 9.4%, Economy 7.1%
- #38 Chronicle of the States: Qin Shi Huang
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 流风Game
Windows
This is a grand strategy game set in the Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States Period. Become an empire ruler or an ambitious noble, shaping your dynasty through politics and war. Face family conspiracies and minister betrayals, and write an immortal legend with your brilliant strategies.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.3% ★, Diplomacy 17% ★, RTS 12.2%, War 9.9%, Strategy 9.7%
- #39 Existence: The Outer Reach
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cozy Orchards
Windows
Existence is a strategy game on a massive scale. Lead your expanding empire, explore the galaxy, and master simultaneous space and planetary battles. Engage in solo play or team up with friends for intense PvP and co-op action.
Why similar: Diplomacy 31% ★, Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, RTS 14.5%, Space 9.8%, Military 9.2%
- #40 Rename the History
72% match9 user reviews40% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Codime Dev
Windows
Lead your country in one of the most difficult periods of post-war history. At this time, you will have to choose between the strong, or become a great power. To go west or east? It's up to you to decide.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.5% ★, Diplomacy 21.8% ★, RTS 15.2%, War 14.2%, Military 13.4%
- #41 Element
73% matchMixed68% of 50 reviews2018
Dev: Flightless
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Element is a realtime strategy space game for people who don't have time to play realtime strategy space games. Generate energy, mine element, build attack and defence units, and destroy the enemy while maintaining a balance between earth, air and water.
Why similar: RTS 22.3%, Grand Strategy 20% ★, War 13.7%, Space 11%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #42 Supreme Commander 2
72% matchVery Positive88% of 12,961 reviews2010
Dev: Gas Powered GamesPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!
Why similar: RTS 35.8%, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, Strategy 13.5%, Robots 7.9%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #43 Rank & Ruin
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Summit Studio
Windows
Real-time squad combat meets roguelite progression. Pick your faction, earn legendary heroes on the battlefield, and grow stronger with every run in Rank & Ruin
Why similar: RTS 27.7%, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Military 14.9%, War 12.7%, Strategy 9.8%
- #44 NationWar:Annals
71% matchMixed68% of 169 reviews2021
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a deep focus on the Spring and Autumn period of the Warring States period of the grand strategy and real-time combat fusion sandbox game.
Why similar: Diplomacy 26.6% ★, Grand Strategy 21.6% ★, RTS 17.8%, Military 10.5%, War 9.9%
- #45 Renaissance Kingdom Wars - Prologue
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
The year is 1510. In this grand strategy & RTS hybrid you play as one of a dozen characters across medieval Europe, Africa and Middle East. Start as a landless mercenary captain. Fight your way to become a minor lord. Rise up through Kingdoms hierarchy and be crowned, then expand your Kingdom.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.4% ★, Diplomacy 24.3% ★, RTS 20.1%, War 8.5%, Economy 6.8%
- #46 War, the Game
71% matchMixed69% of 465 reviews2015
Dev: GabberGames.com
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
'War, the Game' is a RTS for pc in realistic present day setting.The controls are intuitive, the game rules are simple and transparent.The game focuses on strategy and the use of ones brain to complete the scenarios.The map is a spherical version of earth. That's new.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28% ★, RTS 24.6%, Strategy 22.7%, War 18.5%, Indie 6.2%
- #47 Crowns of Medieval Europe
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: plausegame7
Windows
Lead one of ten medieval kingdoms in this turn-based grand strategy game. Expand your territory, develop your economy, strengthen your army, and shape the future of Europe through diplomacy, war, and strategic decisions.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.2% ★, Diplomacy 19.4% ★, Military 10.2%, Strategy 9.8%, Simulation 9.7%
- #48 Systemic War
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Play of Battle SA
Windows
Lead your nation in a modern grand strategy game (2008–2025), using a macroeconomic model with exchange rates, diplomacy, and hybrid warfare. Engage in kinetic warfare on the strategic map, then shift to RTS battles at focal points.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.9% ★, Grand Strategy 22.5% ★, RTS 16.7%, Military 12.1%, War 10.2%
- #49 Imperium Sine Fine: Eternal Emperor
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Peter NorbergPub: Aeternum Studio
Windows
Your generals grow old. Your cities grow restless. Your empire need not end. Lead one of 14 factions in a living fantasy world of grand strategy, where populations migrate, crime festers, and every grain shipment matters. Build, conquer, and rule, without end.
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.5% ★, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, RTS 15.8%, Economy 9.6%, Strategy 6.8%
- #50 AfterWar
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 144 reviews2026
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a simple yet feature-rich strategy game for everyone.
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 24.4% ★, RTS 16.9%, War 12.7%, Economy 7.4%
- #51 Uncharted Sectors
69% matchNo user reviews2029
Dev: Luc ToupensePub: N42C
Windows · Linux
A grand strategy game built on a deep economic simulation and orchestrated by an intelligent AI storyteller. Ensure the survival of your domain at the edge of the galaxy: colonize worlds, manage populations, navigate politics, design custom goods, and master dynamic markets.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.5% ★, Diplomacy 24.7% ★, Military 10.5%, Space 9.5%, Economy 9.1%
- #52 Supreme Power
68% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Samuel Parker
Windows
Fight and stand your ground as you build a nation, research and develop armies and cities alike to earn the title of the Supreme Power. Make lasting choices on how you will forge a new empire. Will you create an economic powerhouse to eclipse all or take what is yours with sword and grit.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.8% ★, RTS 17.8%, Military 15.8%, War 14.2%, Strategy 5.8%
- #53 Dawn Watcher
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gao Yunpeng
Windows
Lead your army
Why similar: RTS 33.8%, Grand Strategy 24% ★, Strategy 11.1%, Military 8.2%, Combat 7.6%
- #54 Supergalactix
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Betalord
Windows · Linux
A casual planet-conquering strategic game that in its simplicity offers great complexity and numerous game modes like tournaments, campaigns, online/LAN play, and much more! Bundled with a multitude of AI bots, maps and missions. Prepare for hours of fun! :-)
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.8% ★, Grand Strategy 26.7% ★, Military 13.2%, War 7.1%, Space 6.9%
- #55 NEBULOUS: Fleet Command
68% matchVery Positive81% of 4,412 reviews2022
Dev: Eridanus IndustriesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Take command of your hand-tailored fleet of space warships and use realistic radar, electronic warfare, advanced movement controls in 3D space, and precision targeting to outmaneuver and outwit your opponents in a simulation-heavy tactical space game like no other.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.5% ★, Diplomacy 21.5% ★, RTS 14.6%, War 12.2%, Military 12.1%
- #56 King's Orders
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 268 reviews2024
Dev: AFTERLIFE👻Pub: Games Operators
Windows
King's Orders is a simplified historical strategy game with an important innovation. You command your armies by sending letters with orders. Messengers with these letters travel the land and can be lost or intercepted. Generals execute orders upon receipt and send you reports the same dangerous way.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.1% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, RTS 15.1%, Military 14.9%, War 12.2%
- #57 Dune: Spice Wars
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 13,540 reviews2023
Dev: Shiro GamesPub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A 4X real-time strategy game from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. Set in Frank Herbert’s groundbreaking Dune universe, you must lead your faction and battle for control and dominance over the harsh desert planet of Arrakis.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23% ★, Grand Strategy 21.3% ★, RTS 16.7%, War 11.5%, Sci-fi 7.9%
- #58 Theo
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Theo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The player is the architect of the world, plays for one of the world forces and achieves its dominance in the world with the help of tools and through indirect influence on countries and key figures. The story-driven game takes place through key historical events that have impacted the modern world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.4% ★, Diplomacy 21.8% ★, War 11.6%, Strategy 11.2%, Futuristic 8.6%
- #59 Solar Wave
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 71 reviews2026
Dev: SavGus Studio
Windows
A large-scale 4X strategy game with indirect control and a focus on simulating a space empire. Capture systems, develop your economy and logistics, call up hundreds of powerful fleets and watch them incinerate enemies of the Solar Empire.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.3% ★, RTS 19.5%, Space 13.2%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Economy 7.2%