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  1. #1 Kingdom's Life
    97% matchMixed63% of 259 reviews2022
    Dev: Strudio Company
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Kingdom's Life - Large turn-based global strategy game in pixel style. You have to create your own people and state. Can you lead the state to political, economic, technological and military triumph? It depends on you.

    Why similar: 4X 22.9%, Grand Strategy 19.7%, Political Sim 16.7%, Wargame 10.7%, Historical 8.2%

  2. #2 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 古玩工作室
    Windows

    "SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.4%, 4X 18.8%, Political Sim 15.7%, Historical 11.3%, Wargame 11%

  3. #3 Three Kingdoms : Alias
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Plotrick
    Windows

    A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.8%, Political Sim 18.6%, 4X 15.3%, Wargame 12.3%, Historical 10.3%

  4. #4 Rimefall
    95% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Vlachia
    Windows

    Your colony ship has landed on an alien planet — but the environment kills electronics. Salvage the ark, survive the early years, and build a nation as your society regresses to medieval with remnants of modern knowledge. Grand strategy with simulated population and turn-based combat.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.3%, 4X 25.2%, Political Sim 17.3%, Wargame 10.3%, Simulation 5.7%

  5. #5 Rise of Hegemony
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lion Loewe
    Windows

    Take control of a country from its very first beginnings and lead it successfully to become a global hegemon. In a complex simulation of economy, diplomacy and warfare the path you chose to triumph is up to you.

    Why similar: 4X 22.5%, Grand Strategy 19.2%, Alternate History 10.9%, Political Sim 10.1%, Economy 9.9%

  6. #6 政通人和
    94% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: SuBaiism
    Windows

    "Peace and Prosperity" is a independently developed ink-wash style historical strategy game set in an alternate pre-Qin period of China. Starting from a small village of just a few hundred people, and conquer all sides to gradually build their own vassal state with millions of people.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.2%, 4X 24.5%, Political Sim 19.3%, Wargame 9.4%, Historical 8.1%

  7. #7 Europa Universalis V
    93% matchMostly Positive72% of 26,573 reviews2025
    Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 45.3 hrsMean: 90.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.

    Why similar: 4X 25.1%, Grand Strategy 23.5%, Historical 10.9%, Wargame 9%, Alternate History 9%

  8. #8 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
    92% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
    Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.5%, 4X 22.7%, Historical 13%, Alternate History 10.8%, Economy 8.2%

  9. #9 To Victory
    91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Old_Gamer
    Windows

    This is a single player strategy management game.Base on a randomly generated map.It includes construction, trading, strategy, and management elements . Players need to make decisions to achieve the final victory.

    Why similar: 4X 23.4%, Grand Strategy 19.4%, Political Sim 18.1%, Wargame 11.6%, Historical 7.3%

  10. #10 Clockwork Dawn
    91% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: Terra Studios LLC
    Windows

    A new dawn approaches with the advent of intricate mechanical designs that will transform the world into an era of steam and steel. Take control of a country in this alternate history steampunk timeline and either survive and prosper or be forgotten in the dust of ages past.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.3%, Political Sim 18.5%, Alternate History 12.6%, Wargame 11%, Historical 10.9%

  11. #11 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
    90% matchMixed56% of 836 reviews2021
    Dev: Eversim
    Windows · Mac

    A new expansion of the ultra-realistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! New Features for 2021: administration of the EU, Covid vaccinations, Biden's Challenge, political coalitions, diplomatic negotiations, worldwide tax and free-trade agreements.

    Why similar: 4X 23.4%, Grand Strategy 20.2%, Political Sim 20%, Wargame 11.9%, Alternate History 7%

  12. #12 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2023
    Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    A Giant Strategy Sandbox experience set in Warlord China. *Tons of playable factions! *Communist insurgents, * Boxers like rebels, *Greedy warlords, *Mongol riders, *A mad russian baron, *Shanghai gangsters, *And armored trains!

    Why similar: 4X 23.9%, Grand Strategy 19.3%, Political Sim 18%, Wargame 9.9%, Historical 7.9%

  13. #13 三国.群英录
    89% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: DRAGONJOY Studios
    Windows · Mac

    点燃你的战魂,投身乱世掀起惊天风暴!化身铁血诸侯,号令三国名将,统领无敌雄师,在真实还原的三国版图上纵横沙场,血战四方!

    Why similar: 4X 23.8%, Grand Strategy 21.7%, Historical 11.8%, Wargame 11.5%, Alternate History 10.2%

  14. #14 Nova Historia
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BairdyDev
    Windows

    A unique 4X real-time historical strategy game, set on a procedurally generated globe. Play from ancient times, right through to the modern day. Expand your empire, build settlements, units, buildings and construct world wonders. Make History, Your Way.

    Why similar: 4X 36.2%, Grand Strategy 24.4%, Historical 10.9%, Strategy 7.7%, Simulation 7.2%

  15. #15 三國.爭霸
    87% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: 龙吟天下工作室
    Windows · Mac

    在这款沉浸式三国策略卡牌游戏中,你将化身一方主公,招揽名将、打造无敌军团,体验从乱世枭雄到一统天下的霸业征程!

    Why similar: 4X 20.9%, Grand Strategy 18.7%, Wargame 13.3%, Historical 12.5%, Alternate History 11.3%

  16. #16 Solar Nations 2
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2025
    Dev: Flomgus Games
    Windows

    In this Grand Strategy game, you take control of the Solar System's Great Powers in 2092 and weather the storm of change as you navigate the uncertain waters of the future. Control the greatest military forces in the world and wage wars on an epic scale: outer space is yours to conquer!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.8%, 4X 22%, Political Sim 16.6%, Wargame 11%, Alternate History 8.7%

  17. #17 Machiavelli the Prince
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Holistic Design, Inc.Pub: Holistic Design, inc.
    Windows

    This award-winning 4X strategy classic lets you explore the Old World, exploit risky trade routes, expand your political and military power, and rise to dominance in the Renaissance. Every move can mean the difference between exaltation and excommunication in this multiplayer empire-building game

    Why similar: 4X 25%, Political Sim 22.8%, Grand Strategy 20.8%, Historical 10%, Economy 7.6%

  18. #18 Small Kingdoms Prologue
    85% matchMostly Positive75% of 32 reviews2023
    Dev: Bad Logic Studios
    Windows

    Rule a small fantasy kingdom and conquer your rival as you build up your cities and armies on the world map and command your troops on the battlefield. Small Kingdoms is a streamlined grand strategy and real-time strategy game, the Small Kingdoms Prologue is a free introductory campaign

    Why similar: 4X 26.5%, Grand Strategy 24.5%, Wargame 13.1%, Economy 9.5%, Building 6.8%

  19. #19 Imperial Ambitions
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: aoiti
    Windows · Mac

    Discover and colonize the world, Allocate your labor force, Monopolize markets, Fight tactical battles, Survive the age of imperialism...

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 22%, 4X 21%, Historical 12.1%, Wargame 12%, Alternate History 11.5%

  20. #20 Samurai Conqueror
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Miura Production
    Windows

    Conquer Japanese History! A “Historical Timeline Strategy” fought on the grand timeline of Japan

    Why similar: 4X 24.8%, Grand Strategy 23.8%, Historical 13.2%, Wargame 11.1%, Alternate History 9.2%

  21. #21 Flames in Modern Europe
    83% matchMostly Positive73% of 30 reviews2025
    Dev: Volodymyr Marsenko
    Windows · Mac

    A real-time global strategy game about the Old Continent! You are the leader of the state, and you must discover new technologies, build a powerful economy, armed forces and even nuclear weapons! But remember - the opposition will always be breathing down your neck...

    Why similar: Political Sim 25.2%, Grand Strategy 23.2%, Wargame 16.7%, Alternate History 11.3%, Historical 10.6%

  22. #22 Global Protocol: New World Order
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dorlion Interactive
    Windows

    Command any nation in a modern grand strategy simulation set in 2026. Manage diplomacy, economy, espionage, and warfare while shaping the global balance of power. Lead a superpower or build a small state into a global force in a dynamic geopolitical sandbox.

    Why similar: 4X 28.8%, Grand Strategy 23.9%, Political Sim 18.7%, Wargame 10.4%, Strategy 7.1%

  23. #23 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
    82% matchMixed59% of 961 reviews2022
    Dev: Eversim
    Windows · Mac

    New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.

    Why similar: 4X 25.4%, Grand Strategy 22.5%, Political Sim 22%, Wargame 12.6%, Simulation 4.9%

  24. #24 Simulator of Ukraine 1991
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 219 reviews2024
    Dev: Almost Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    This game is a global strategy, which is primarily focused on Ukraine after leaving the Soviet occupation. Here you will be given control of Ukraine with the opportunity to change history and intervene in the events of that time.

    Why similar: Political Sim 26.4%, Grand Strategy 26%, Alternate History 16.9%, Strategy 8.5%, Wargame 8%

  25. #25 Final Vanguard
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Heavy Pepper Inc.
    Windows

    Rule a living interstellar empire in this real-time 4X grand strategy. Make decisions that shape civilian lives, manage fragile supply lines, lead military conquests, and decide whether your civilization thrives or collapses under its own expansion.

    Why similar: 4X 25%, Grand Strategy 21.5%, Political Sim 17%, Wargame 11.3%, Economy 9%

  26. #26 SGS NATO's Nightmare
    80% matchMostly Positive72% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Strategy Game StudioPub: Avalon Digital
    Windows · Mac

    What if the Warsaw Pact had attacked NATO in the mid-1980s. Or the other way around? Study this titanic conflict, within its most emblematic theater, Germany and Central Europe. Will you be able to achieve your goals without escalating into an uncontrollable nuclear conflict?

    Why similar: Political Sim 26.1%, Grand Strategy 22.9%, Wargame 20.2%, Historical 8.9%, Alternate History 8.5%

  27. #27 Simulator of Countries
    79% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Almost Games
    Windows

    This game is a global strategy game that gives you the opportunity to play for countries in the modern world. Here you will be given a choice of 198 countries for which you can play.

    Why similar: Political Sim 28.3%, Wargame 20.1%, Grand Strategy 17.9%, Economy 11.7%, Alternate History 8.3%

  28. #28 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
    79% matchMixed48% of 53,475 reviews2025
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier's Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!

    Why similar: 4X 21.5%, Grand Strategy 20.9%, Political Sim 14.7%, Historical 11%, Alternate History 9.1%

  29. #29 昭明日月 Pax Serica: Rise of the Ming
    78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Serica Dynamics Studio
    Windows

    昭昭天命,复归大明。在星变时空的恢弘重塑中,熔铸八十三载春秋:变钞法以通有无,革军制而强九边;修水利以固邦本,改科举而纳贤良。崇格物方致知穷理;兴矿冶而器利工商。靖九边以抚八方,镇四海而服万邦。于庙算奏疏间,重整日月山河;在革故鼎新中,再创中华治世。一切,皆在你一念之间。

    Why similar: Political Sim 23.2%, Historical 15.7%, Alternate History 15.5%, Wargame 13%, Economy 10.9%

  30. #30 Infinite Borders: Three Kingdoms
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: NetEase Games
    Windows

    《万民长歌:三国》是一款单机 · 历史 · 战争策略游戏。在无缝连续、真实还原的3D沙盘地图上,玩家可以自选视角、以自己的意志重演三国。来体验真实的三国策略——真实的沙盘,真实的二十四节气,真实的百姓,真实的战争!

    Why similar: 4X 29.5%, Grand Strategy 24.7%, Historical 13.4%, War 7.9%, Wargame 6.6%

  31. #31 Front Frontiers
    77% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: baus96
    Windows

    The World is on the brink of irreversible Tragedy. Global tensions are rising, alliances are falling apart and states are preparing to decide their fate in the shadow of a massive war. Front Frontiers invites you to fight a massive war, offering an in-depth strategy experience.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.4%, Political Sim 20.9%, Wargame 15.8%, Alternate History 9.6%, War 9%

  32. #32 Grand Strategy: The Three Kingdoms
    76% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2026
    Dev: Yiming
    Windows

    Based on the classic history of the Three countries, the 2D grand strategy game integrates deep strategy, resource management, diplomatic game and sand table, presenting a magnificent stage for players in the turbulent world.

    Why similar: 4X 35.4%, Political Sim 20.3%, Wargame 15.8%, Strategy 9.6%, Historical 9.4%

  33. #33 Agecraft
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SnakyDevelop
    Windows

    Agecraft is a historical strategy and city-building sim. Build your settlement, develop the economy, take care of your people, and guide your civilization through the ages, from the Stone Age to the future.

    Why similar: 4X 24.7%, Grand Strategy 22.5%, Historical 12%, Economy 8.8%, Wargame 8.3%

  34. #34 Primordial Nation
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vezeko
    Windows

    Embark on a journey to explore & expand your nation through the early ages of antiquity. Lead it to exploit the lands and exterminate those who oppose you! This ambitious 4X/Grand Strategy game incorporates immersive city-building with RTS elements to the fray!

    Why similar: 4X 22.7%, Grand Strategy 20.5%, Political Sim 18.6%, Wargame 10.2%, Alternate History 8.8%

  35. #35 Bonaparte - A Mechanized Revolution
    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 100 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Imugi
    Windows

    1789, Paris. Take Napoleon’s place in an alternate history as Céline or César Bonaparte in this ideology driven, turn-based strategy journey. Defend, reform or oppose the monarchy and write your own alternative history by combining cunning political skills and tactical military prowess.

    Why similar: 4X 19.7%, Grand Strategy 18.7%, Political Sim 18.1%, Alternate History 11.3%, Historical 11%

  36. #36 Politon: Prologue
    75% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: Pinq Games
    Windows · Mac

    "Politon: Prologue" is the free prologue version of "Politon". This prologue includes a tutorial, game mechanics, and the prologue of the main story inside. Only Single-player modes are available.

    Why similar: 4X 26.7%, Grand Strategy 23.1%, Wargame 13.6%, Alternate History 10.7%, Economy 8.4%

  37. #37 NationWar:Chronicles | 国战:列国志传
    75% matchMixed70% of 444 reviews2019
    Dev: Yiming
    Windows

    This is a sandbox game that is deeply rooted in the rich historical information of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. The story of the game unfolds slowly in the eighth century BC on the vast and mysterious land of China.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.4%, 4X 19.5%, Political Sim 15.4%, Historical 12.6%, Wargame 9.9%

  38. #38 NationWar:Annals
    74% matchMixed68% of 168 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: 4X 23.9%, Grand Strategy 19.9%, Political Sim 19.1%, Wargame 12.2%, Historical 9.3%

  39. #39 Nations
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2025
    Dev: Krzysztof SteinerPub: Krzysztof Steiner Games
    Windows

    Select an era, a nation and lead it to greatness or decay. Develop the economy and society, or focus on military and territorial expansion. In Nations you can rule your people for centuries – from ancient times to the modern day and beyond. You shape your state, history and map of the world.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.6%, Political Sim 19.2%, Historical 18.5%, Wargame 14.3%, Alternate History 9.7%

  40. #40 Antropico: Colonies
    73% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Scassius Systems
    Windows · Linux

    Un gioco di strategia spaziale su larga scala che mira a costruire e mantenere il potere in una galassia simulata. Costruisci, sviluppa e sopravvivi in ​​una galassia plasmata dalla storia e conseguenze.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 30%, 4X 29.7%, Political Sim 14.9%, Strategy 9.1%, Economy 8.5%

  41. #41 The King's Campaign
    73% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: Bad Logic Studios
    Windows

    Conquer Medieval Europe and North Africa in a combination of Grand Strategy and Real-Time Strategy gameplay where you rule one of 28 kingdoms as you build and manage your cities, engage in diplomacy and command massive armies on the world map and on the battlefield

    Why similar: 4X 24.1%, Grand Strategy 23.5%, Wargame 12.3%, Historical 9.9%, Alternate History 8.6%

  42. #42 Crown & Coin: The Hundred Years
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MUZINA GAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Survive the Hundred Years' War in this medieval ensemble sandbox. Play as 1,015 historical figures, from Joan of Arc to the imposter des Armoises. Gain glory as a knight, forge a new kingdom to crush England and France, or thrive as a bandit. Discover 22 tarot-based multiple endings!

    Why similar: Political Sim 21.2%, 4X 20.7%, Grand Strategy 20.2%, Historical 11%, Alternate History 10.5%

  43. #43 Government Contractors: Arms of Influence
    72% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Dan K.Pub: Strategy Games Interactive
    Windows

    Historically accurate strategy game where you act as a government contractor researching, developing, and manufacturing weapons and technology for your clients. You choose the parts for each product, but be aware that cheap or wrong political choices may affect your success rate!

    Why similar: 4X 21.7%, Political Sim 18.9%, Grand Strategy 18.2%, Wargame 11.6%, Alternate History 8.9%

  44. #44 Napoleon 1813
    71% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Empire Interactive EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
    Windows

    In an enormous strategic area stretching from Paris to Breslau, from Hamburg to Vienna, control everything from major strategic territorial decisions to tactical battle manoeuvres.

    Why similar: 4X 35.3%, Grand Strategy 28.9%, Strategy 9.4%, Historical 8.7%, Economy 6.8%

  45. #45 Crown Of Hispania
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Regalis Studio
    Windows

    In Crown of Hispania, every lord, king and queen must fight to retain his or her power. Will you become a legendary ruler, or will you be rejected by those forgotten by history? Crown of Hispania is a strategy game that plunges players into the turmoil of medieval Iberia.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.1%, 4X 19.8%, Historical 11.8%, Wargame 11.8%, Alternate History 10.9%

  46. #46 NationWar2:Chronicle
    70% matchMostly Positive80% of 419 reviews2024
    Dev: Yiming
    Windows

    NationWar 2.0 is a big strategy game based on the theme of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period. There are more than 60 countries to choose from in the game. Map 1: 1 restores the mountainous landscapes and rivers of China.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.6%, Political Sim 22.4%, 4X 17.7%, Historical 9.9%, Wargame 9.3%

  47. #47 State of Command
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Layth
    Windows · Linux

    A modern grand strategy game where you act as head of state, managing military forces, economic development, and diplomacy while directing large-scale operations on dynamic frontlines.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.6%, Political Sim 26.4%, Wargame 17.5%, Historical 9.9%, Strategy 8.6%

  48. #48 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
    71% matchMixed62% of 849 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: Political Sim 24.4%, Grand Strategy 24.3%, Wargame 13.3%, Economy 9.8%, War 6.4%

  49. #49 Strategeist
    69% 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 26.3%, Historical 14.1%, 4X 14%, Alternate History 11.6%, Economy 9%

  50. #50 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
    70% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Aserisoft
    Windows · Mac

    Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms is a turn-based 4X grand strategy game, played on a procedurally generated world. Battles are real-time and tactical. Every world-map and battlefield is entirely unique, so this game will always have something to throw at you.

    Why similar: 4X 35.4%, Grand Strategy 25.3%, Wargame 13.1%, Strategy 9.1%, Simulation 5.9%

  51. #51 文明征程
    68% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: 广州小鑫互娱科技有限公司
    Windows

    《文明征程》是一款以历史文明为背景的策略游戏,让玩家扮演一位伟大的文明开拓者,带领自己的国家蓬勃发展。在游戏中,你将面临各种挑战和决策,需要智慧和策略来发展经济、建设城市、训练军队,同时也要与其他玩家进行外交交流和战争对抗。

    Why similar: 4X 28.6%, Grand Strategy 24.2%, Wargame 17.4%, Historical 15.4%, War 8.1%

  52. #52 Conquer: Napoleonic Wars
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 75 reviews2022
    Dev: Estuego Games
    Windows

    A turn-based strategy game based off the Napoleonic Wars! Lead, attack, buy, and communicate. Learn how to play difficult 4x grand strategy games by starting with simple strategy. *Disclaimer, this game is made by a teenager for a school project*

    Why similar: 4X 27.6%, Grand Strategy 23.5%, Wargame 16.2%, Alternate History 12.1%, Historical 11.1%

  53. #53 Red Pearl Pirates
    69% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Eoin Tolster
    Windows · Linux

    Command vast fleets in epic space battles, master a turn-based galactic campaign, and unite a pirate rebellion to find the legendary Red Pearl and stand against the tyrannical Z-Army. They can't take the stars from us!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.5%, 4X 25.5%, Political Sim 16.9%, Wargame 11.7%, Simulation 6.8%

  54. #54 Fall of Bali
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sengkala DevPub: CRX Entertainment
    Windows

    Fall of Bali is a historical strategy set in Bali set around 19th century. Divided in many kingdoms after fall of Bali Empire, Bali has fall in warring era for nearly 2 centuries and now the threat of imperialism come. With all your kingdom potential, can you survive and win this era?

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.8%, Political Sim 25.2%, Historical 11.6%, Building 7.1%, Wargame 6.9%

  55. #55 三国画卷
    67% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2026
    Dev: 三国画卷制作组
    Windows

    "Three Kingdoms Scroll" is a game that respects authentic historical elements, with careful research into historical details as the foundation of its design. We have strived to make this title a Three Kingdoms-themed strategy game that emphasizes local culture, traditions, and human connections.

    Why similar: 4X 34.4%, Political Sim 21.7%, Wargame 16.2%, Simulation 9.7%, Strategy 9%

  56. #56 Grey Eminence
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: The Nestinars
    Windows

    Spanning from 1356 to 1956, steer the fate of any country on Earth through six epic centuries of conflict. Diplomacy, economics, warfare and intrigue are all weapons in your arsenal to transform the world that was into the world that could be.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.4%, Political Sim 21.3%, Alternate History 11.7%, Historical 9.9%, Economy 8.7%

  57. #57 Imperial Kingdoms
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: BaroxxTech
    Windows · Linux

    Expand your kingdom: Gather resources and transport them to your capital city to produce the materials you need to expand your army and conquer new regions. Research new technologies to improve your economy and army. Use your troops wisely to outmanoeuvre your enemies.

    Why similar: 4X 36.2%, Grand Strategy 27.5%, Historical 10.6%, Strategy 9.6%, Economy 8.3%

  58. #58 Victoria II
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 19,875 reviews2010
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Carefully guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion and colonization, to finally become a truly great power by the dawn of the 20th century. Victoria II is a grand strategy game played during the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country, guiding...

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 35.6%, Political Sim 22.3%, Historical 14.8%, Economy 9.3%, Strategy 5.6%

  59. #59 Aye! My Liege
    65% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Tappole Software
    Windows · Mac

    A grand strategy game set in an alternate history. Lead your noble house to power using a 4-tier command system that allows for granular management of every individual soldier. Master complex industrial chains, navigate tariffs, and balance diplomacy to shape the continent's ultimate fate.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 29%, Political Sim 21.7%, Wargame 14.4%, Strategy 9.8%, Simulation 6.2%

  60. #60 Ultimate General: American Revolution
    66% matchMixed54% of 1,053 reviews2024
    Dev: Game-Labs
    Windows

    American Revolution is a sandbox strategy game featuring the epic historical period during the rebellion of the American colonies against the British Empire.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.7%, 4X 28.1%, Wargame 14.6%, Historical 13.8%, War 8.2%

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