- #1 Mechabellum
97% matchVery Positive84% of 19,701 reviews2024
Dev: Game RiverPub: Dreamhaven
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 55.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Command massive armies in this epic mech auto-battler. Draft your troops, customize your units, master your formations, and crush enemies in spectacular 3D battles. All strategy, no clickfest. Outsmart opponents in 1v1, 2v2, free-for-all, or Survival Mode.
Why similar: RTS 35.4%, War 17.3%, Multiplayer 15.3%, Strategy 14.4%, Co-op 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This auto-battler features deep unit customization and strategic positioning that mirrors the tactical depth of Red Tides.
- #2 AirMech
96% matchVery Positive84% of 10,875 reviews2018
Dev: Carbon Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!
Why similar: RTS 31.2%, MOBA 30.7% ★, Multiplayer 15.7%, Strategy 13.3%, Co-op 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RTS hybrid where players control a powerful unit while managing the deployment of an army.
- #3 War Selection
96% matchVery Positive85% of 23,654 reviews2019
Dev: Glyph Worlds
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
War Selection is a compelling RTS game featuring base building, resource extraction and warfare. Evolve from a stone age tribe to a distinct industrial nation with unique game mechanics and battle for supremacy with dozens of players on a unique procedurally generated map.
Why similar: RTS 42.6%, Strategy 19%, Multiplayer 17%, War 14.6%, Co-op 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: An RTS that combines base-building and unit management with a focus on competitive multiplayer progression.
- #4 Stormgate
94% matchMixed47% of 9,266 reviews2025
Dev: Frost Giant Studios
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Stormgate is a free-to-play real-time strategy game with a full single-player campaign, 3-player co-op, and PvP versus modes on over 60 maps. Our Editor is also freely available for you to craft just about any custom game mode you can imagine. Join our development journey today!
Why similar: RTS 38.9%, War 21.8%, Multiplayer 16.2%, Strategy 12.9%, Co-op 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A modern RTS that emphasizes competitive play and strategic unit interaction in a sci-fi setting.
- #5 Minion Masters
95% matchVery Positive89% of 65,305 reviews2019
Dev: BetaDwarf
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!
Why similar: RTS 47%, Multiplayer 20.1%, Strategy 15.9%, Co-op 11.4%, PvP 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, lane-based strategy game where deck-building and unit deployment are the core mechanics.
- #6 Tooth and Tail
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 4,154 reviews2017
Dev: Pocketwatch Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Lead the revolution with an army of flamethrowing Boars, mustard gas-lobbing Skunks, and paratrooper-puking Owls. Tooth and Tail is a Real-Time-Strategy game featuring Single Player, Online Competitive Play, Split Screen, Replays, and more. Build a base, lead your army, eat your enemies!
Why similar: RTS 56.9%, Strategy 20.9%, Multiplayer 16.2%, Action 2%, Indie 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: A streamlined RTS designed for controllers and fast-paced matches, focusing on lane control and unit management.
- #7 Zero-K
92% matchVery Positive94% of 4,393 reviews2018
Dev: Zero-K Team
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
With 100+ truly unique units, Zero-K is an RTS of freedom and creativity, tempered by a decade of refinement. Sculpt land into a castle and throw invaders off it with a Jugglenaut. Explore a massive campaign, solo or co-op. Hop online for epic 32 player battles or fast paced 1v1, on 100s of maps.
Why similar: RTS 54.8%, Strategy 20.7%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Co-op 5.1%, Indie 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: A large-scale, free-to-play RTS that emphasizes tactical unit movement and terrain control.
- #8 Dropzone
93% matchMixed70% of 873 reviews2017
Dev: Sparkypants Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Dropzone is a game of action, strategy and skill. Win 15 minute battles by scoring points. Unlock gear, customize your squad of up to 3 Units and compete in Team 3v3, 2v2 or 1v1 matches. Lay claim to the riches of Europa!
Why similar: MOBA 46.9% ★, RTS 24.9%, Strategy 15.6%, Co-op 4.4%, PvP 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A MOBA-RTS hybrid that allows for deep unit customization and fast-paced tactical combat.
- #9 Planetary Annihilation: TITANS
91% matchVery Positive84% of 14,720 reviews2015
Dev: Planetary Annihilation Inc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Wage war across entire solar systems with massive armies at your command. Annihilate enemy forces with world-shattering TITAN-class units, and demolish planets with massive super weapons!
Why similar: RTS 43.9%, War 16.2%, Strategy 13.6%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Co-op 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A grand-scale RTS that features massive battles and complex unit management across multiple planets.
- #10 SpellForce 3 Versus Edition
88% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,622 reviews2020
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%
The SpellForce 3: Versus Edition gives you the chance to enter the battlefields of Eo for free, letting you test your RTS skills against AI opponents or even other human players.
Why similar: RTS 49.8%, Strategy 27.6%, Multiplayer 18.7%, PvP 3.8%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: This RTS-RPG hybrid offers competitive multiplayer modes that emphasize hero and unit control.
- #11 Empires Apart
87% matchMixed68% of 2,493 reviews2018
Dev: DESTINYbitPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
An exciting free-to-play Real Time Strategy game set in medieval times. Uniquely designed factions, customization options, singleplayer and multiplayer gameplay. Gather resources, raise an army and lead your civilization to victory in a classic RTS, brought to the modern age.
Why similar: RTS 47.4%, Strategy 19.8%, War 14.4%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Co-op 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: An RTS that focuses on civilization-based combat and real-time tactical decision-making.
- #12 Battlerite
83% matchVery Positive85% of 59,426 reviews2017
Dev: Stunlock Studios
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
BATTLERITE is an action-packed team arena brawler. Experience the unique combination of top-down shooter meets fast-paced fighting game and challenge friends and foes in a battle of reaction. The Arena awaits!
Why similar: MOBA 57.6% ★, Multiplayer 27.8%, PvP 7.3%, Strategy 4.4%, Action 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down arena brawler that captures the competitive, skill-based combat feel of a MOBA.
- #13 Blood of Steel
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 6,905 reviews2020
Dev: YC Games
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 43.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
"Blood of Steel" is a fair competitive multiplayer online game. You will ride into a battlefield where thousands clash, employing unique four-directional slashing maneuvers and strategic formations to defeat your opponents, experiencing the charm of warfare in the age of cold weapons!
Why similar: MOBA 26.3% ★, RTS 26%, War 18.3%, Multiplayer 13.5%, Strategy 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A MOBA-like game that features large-scale unit control and tactical melee combat.
- #14 Battle Islands: Commanders
84% matchMixed48% of 901 reviews2017
Dev: DR StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Take part in major WWII battles in Battle Islands: Commanders, from the sandy dunes of North Africa to the bitter cold of the Eastern Front! Master the art of war against real opponents from around the world and reap the spoils of war.
Why similar: Strategy 44%, Multiplayer 26.3%, War 22.7%, Action 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A lane-based strategy game featuring World War II military units and competitive multiplayer.
- #15 War of Dots
76% matchVery Positive81% of 7,370 reviews2026
Dev: TeaAndPython
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Easy to learn, hard to master. A simple & free RTS game.
Why similar: RTS 42.7%, Strategy 24.3%, Multiplayer 16.1%, War 12.9%, PvP 2%
- #16 Age of Conquest IV
82% matchVery Positive82% of 2,824 reviews2016
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.
Why similar: War 30.2%, Strategy 23.4%, Multiplayer 20.6%, RTS 15.9%, Co-op 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that emphasizes map control and war-based decision-making.
- #17 The Art of War: Card Game
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Brightdawn Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead one of four factions of your choice and defeat all your opponents in fierce card battles with real players from all around the world. Destroy your enemies, reinforce the power of your empire, and comprehend “The Art of War”!
Why similar: Strategy 58.8%, Multiplayer 31.5%, Casual 4.2%, PvP 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #18 ONRAID
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,779 reviews2017
Dev: Pragmatix Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Onraid is a challenging 2D shooter game, where you are free to develop your own play style and tactics to destroy your enemies.
Why similar: Multiplayer 40.4%, Strategy 22.7%, Co-op 14.2%, MOBA 11.3% ★, Action 7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game that incorporates MOBA-like objectives and team-based combat.
- #19 Zombie Defense
78% matchVery Positive84% of 2,178 reviews2016
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%
A modern hybrid of the classic RTS and modern Tower Defense. Recruit soldiers, place them on slots and let them shoot incoming waves of zombies by their own. Order supplies, throw grenades, order airstrikes and many more... Perfect mix of strategy, tactics and micromanagement.
Why similar: Multiplayer 29.6%, RTS 28.4%, Strategy 24%, Zombies 6.2%, Action 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tower defense game that incorporates strategic unit placement and real-time combat elements.
- #20 Warchief
73% matchMixed68% of 72 reviews2024
Dev: Honikou Games
Windows
Warchief is a brand new kind of Action RTS. Choose your hero, recruit and customize your armies, explore the jungle, and seize strategic objectives to become the ultimate Warchief. Ready to dominate the battlefield?
Why similar: RTS 33.2%, MOBA 31.6% ★, Strategy 11.6%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Co-op 5.3%
- #21 OpenFront
68% matchVery Positive88% of 904 reviews2026
Dev: OpenFront Inc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
A massively multiplayer real-time strategy game pitting hundreds of players against one another. Over one million nuke each other every month.
Why similar: RTS 34.5%, War 21.1%, Multiplayer 15.9%, Strategy 13.8%, Co-op 8.6%
- #22 Legion TD 2 - Multiplayer Tower Defense
74% matchVery Positive86% of 15,319 reviews2021
Dev: AutoAttack Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An infinitely replayable multiplayer and single-player tower defense. Defend against waves of enemies and destroy the enemy's king before they destroy yours. Legion TD 2 is a one-of-a-kind game of tactics, teamwork, and prediction. Party as 1-8 players.
Why similar: Multiplayer 37.1%, Strategy 27.7%, Co-op 16.4%, PvP 7%, Auto Battler 6.9%
- #23 Battle Islands
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,471 reviews2014
Dev: DR StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Battle friends over air, land and sea in this epic WW2-themed battle strategy game.
Why similar: Strategy 44.5%, Multiplayer 28.6%, War 17.2%, Co-op 5.3%, Action 2.6%
- #24 Fog Of War - Free Edition
76% matchMixed53% of 1,748 reviews2018
Dev: Monkeys Lab.
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Tactical Multiplayer FPS shooter with a story based on the events of the World War II. Strategic battles with a variety of vehicles, including artillery. Multiple game modes. Ranks, titles, awards, career.
Why similar: Multiplayer 49.5%, Violent 15.8%, War 15.1%, Co-op 7.4%, Action 7.2%
- #25 Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III
75% matchMixed48% of 23,915 reviews2017
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 30.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Step into a brutal battle between three warring factions In Dawn of War III you will have no choice but to face your foes when a catastrophic weapon is found on the mysterious world of Acheron.
Why similar: RTS 36.9%, MOBA 21.2% ★, Strategy 14.1%, Multiplayer 9.6%, War 9%
- #26 Arkheim - Realms at War
71% matchMixed62% of 78 reviews2022
Dev: Travian Games GmbH
Windows
Experience a new take on the competitive 4x genre with Arkheim - Realms at War: Team based strategy in a free to play MMO fantasy world, played in game rounds of 10 weeks each!
Why similar: Strategy 37.2%, War 29.1%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Co-op 10.6%, PvP 8.8%
- #27 CroNix
75% matchMixed48% of 446 reviews2015
Dev: MAGICS
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 28%
CroNix is a fast-paced, action-packed multiplayer PvP game set in battlefields of a post-apocalypse world.
Why similar: MOBA 47.3% ★, Multiplayer 25.2%, Strategy 14.1%, Co-op 4.6%, Action 4.2%
- #28 War Commander
66% matchMostly Negative40% of 111 reviews2026
Dev: KIXEYE
Windows
War Commander is a large-scale MMO RTS set in a post-apocalyptic world. Take the role of the Commander and push back the forces of chaos and destruction in an attempt to rebuild. Command Troops, Destroy your enemies. Welcome to the apocalypse, Commander.
Why similar: Strategy 31.9%, Multiplayer 21.8%, RTS 18.7%, War 16.6%, Violent 7.1%
- #29 Kingdom Wars
73% matchMixed67% of 2,801 reviews2013
Dev: Reverie World Studios
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Kingdom Wars is a free to play 3D MMORTS with real-time siege combat, without the pay to win element so common in the genre. Kingdom Wars offers beautiful 3D online world, where players construct strongholds, direct citizens, complete quests and eventually manage a global empire.
Why similar: RTS 48.5%, Strategy 27.2%, Multiplayer 10.4%, War 8.3%, Co-op 3.2%
- #30 King of the World
71% matchVery Positive83% of 138 reviews2018
Dev: Contec Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
King of the World is the gameplay from RISK in a Real-time strategy setting. Fight up to 12 players at once while scheming, backstabbing, making shallow alliances or simply conquer to become the last man standing.
Why similar: RTS 39.6%, Strategy 37.3%, Multiplayer 18%, Indie 5.1%
- #31 Maelstrom
69% matchVery Positive83% of 2,584 reviews2019
Dev: Gunpowder Games, Inc.Pub: Forthright Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Command the seas in Maelstrom! Engage in fast-paced naval battles with powerful warships and colossal sea monsters. Customize your fleet and dominate the Abyssal Ocean. Are you ruthless enough to survive?
Why similar: Multiplayer 32.9%, Strategy 28.9%, Co-op 16.9%, PvP 9.5%, Action 6.2%
- #32 Iron League
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 805 reviews2018
Dev: DEXINT GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Behold the clash of heroes! Iron League is a MOBA teamfight of the warriors named "Ironsides". The League does not care what their motives are, as long as they give a good fight. How about you? Do you wanna be the strongest Ironside? Then, take a bold step into the Iron League!
Why similar: MOBA 60.5% ★, RTS 13.7%, Strategy 12.4%, Co-op 6.7%, PvP 3.6%
- #33 Ancestors Legacy Free Peasant Edition
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 882 reviews2018
Dev: Destructive Creations
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Ancestors Legacy Free Peasant Edition represents a part of the full product. Get a taste of medieval battles in this free version of the acclaimed historical RTS! 4 SP missions and 17 MP maps are now available to everyone. Challenge friends, AI, or take part in our League that will start in March!
Why similar: RTS 45.9%, Strategy 27.1%, Multiplayer 16%, Violent 10.9%
- #34 3 Days War
66% matchVery Positive84% of 722 reviews2023
Dev: 荆棘鸟工作室
Windows
3 Days War is a unique multiplayer strategy war game. Integrating the mechanics of RTS+4X, it allows dozens of players to engage in a three-day real-time strategy competitionon. Commanders, use your skills, strategies, games and even deception to become the ultimate winner!
Why similar: RTS 59.1%, War 21.4%, Strategy 14.1%, PvP 5.5%
- #35 [MARS] Total Warfare
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 117 reviews2018
Dev: TCR
Windows
[MARS] Total Warfare uses authentic Martian landscapes to create an intense RTS experience best described as a hybrid between team multiplayer and massively multiplayer online. Fight over natural resources vs human or AI opponents and conquer a crater ridden world, with pink sky and blue seas!
Why similar: Strategy 84.6%, Action 15.4%
- #36 Skill Legends Royale
63% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,084 reviews2024
Dev: ZGGame
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 39.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion.
Why similar: Strategy 40.7%, Multiplayer 34.8%, PvP 11.5%, Auto Battler 10%, Casual 3%
- #37 Command & Conquer™ Tiberium Alliances
64% matchMostly Negative40% of 331 reviews2025
Dev: EA PhenomicPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 54%
From the genre-defining RTS franchise Command & Conquer comes a unique, free-to-play strategic warfare MMO experience!
Why similar: RTS 61%, Multiplayer 22.9%, Strategy 11.8%, PvP 4.2%
- #38 Primordials: Battle of Gods
67% matchMixed45% of 75 reviews2021
Dev: GLOBAL DODO ENTERTAINMENTPub: WIREGAMES
Windows
Primordials: Battle of Gods is a pure 1vs1 strategy game where players rule kingdoms and build armies to war for ever greater power. One Will Rise, Many Will Fall.
Why similar: Strategy 51.9%, RTS 33.1%, Multiplayer 11.9%, PvP 3.2%
- #39 WARMODE
66% matchMixed62% of 16,454 reviews2019
Dev: Novalink
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Free to play shooter about the confrontation of two irreconcilable sides, represented by the government military housings and the armed hirelings. Try your hand at virtual battles with off-scale dynamics and hurricane gameplay in the spirit of the classical shooters.
Why similar: Multiplayer 52%, War 30.5%, Co-op 9.4%, Action 5.7%, Zombies 1.5%