- #1 Star Ruler 2
97% matchVery Positive82% of 721 reviews2015
Dev: Blind Mind Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Massive scale 4X-RTS set in space. Control hundreds of planets, manipulate galactic politics, research numerous advanced technologies, and command thousands of units and hundreds of planets in your quest for galactic dominance.
Why similar: 4X 42.1% ★, RTS 19.6%, Space 15.6%, Strategy 14.5%, Sci-fi 8.2%
- #2 StarDrive
96% matchMixed45% of 1,487 reviews2013
Dev: Zero Sum Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.
Why similar: 4X 47.8% ★, Strategy 15.6%, RTS 15.3%, Space 14.9%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #3 Star Ruler
96% matchVery Positive83% of 340 reviews2010
Dev: Blind Mind Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...
Why similar: 4X 43.5% ★, Strategy 18.7%, RTS 16.1%, Space 16.1%, Sci-fi 5.4%
- #4 StarWay
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: jiahuiJIA
Windows
Technology, Magic, and Immortals collide in a universe torn apart by endless aggression. War is total; even the laws of existence are erased. Lead your fleets to invade worlds across the stars. Your goal is simple: Expand. Conquer. Destroy. Supports LAN & Online Multiplayer (PvP & Co-op).
Why similar: 4X 35.7% ★, RTS 20.6%, Wargame 16.8%, Strategy 10.3%, Space 6.2%
- #5 Imperium Galactica II
94% matchVery Positive88% of 644 reviews2017
Dev: Digital RealityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Reintroducing a classic from the golden era of gaming, the original empire building space RTS, Imperium Galactica 2 is back and looking better than ever with new high-res textures and vivid colors.
Why similar: 4X 34.9% ★, Strategy 28.5%, RTS 19%, Space 17.7%
- #6 SPACECOM
94% matchMixed68% of 532 reviews2014
Dev: Flow CombinePub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
SPACECOM – a strategic-to-the-bone, starfleet command game in which deception, smart movement, and choices to battle decide victory or defeat.
Why similar: 4X 36.3% ★, RTS 27.9%, Strategy 12%, Space 10.4%, Sci-fi 6.6%
- #7 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
93% matchMixed44% of 958 reviews2012
Dev: Kerberos ProductionsPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
The Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included.
Why similar: 4X 55.9% ★, Strategy 20.3%, Space 15.6%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #8 TerraMartis4x
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LeBroGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
For gamers who love Master of Orion and Homeworld but want something new and different. For gamers with a small time budget. A lightweight fresh take on the space 4x game genre about the war between Terra and Mars.
Why similar: 4X 38.9% ★, RTS 20.7%, Wargame 13.4%, Strategy 11.3%, Space 8.4%
- #9 StarDrive 2
91% matchMixed55% of 2,101 reviews2015
Dev: Zero Sum GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles.
Why similar: 4X 45.3% ★, Strategy 25.6%, Space 18.2%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #10 Master of Orion 3
91% matchMixed54% of 187 reviews2016
Dev: Quicksilver SoftwarePub: Wargaming Labs
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.
Why similar: 4X 63.1% ★, Strategy 23.1%, Space 9.4%, Sci-fi 4.3%
- #11 Space Empires IV Deluxe
90% matchVery Positive86% of 289 reviews2006
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 37%
The award-winning Space Empires IV Deluxe is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. A grand strategy title in the space 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) genre, Space Empires has already found a place in the heart of strategy gamers everywhere.
Why similar: 4X 58.6% ★, Strategy 21.3%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #12 Age of Space
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PodPal Games
Windows
Evolve from being a nobody to being the center of power! Age of space combines real time resource management with tactical combat. Work as a mercenary for clients in our solar system as you gradually get dragged into a liberation war between the Martians and the UEA. Who will you side with?
Why similar: 4X 30% ★, RTS 23.6%, Space 20.2%, Strategy 20%, Sci-fi 5.6%
- #13 Distant Worlds: Universe
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,851 reviews2014
Dev: Code ForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.
Why similar: 4X 52.6% ★, Space 16.6%, Strategy 14%, RTS 8.8%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #14 Master of Orion
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,153 reviews2016
Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 101.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.
Why similar: 4X 58% ★, Strategy 21.2%, Space 13.8%, Sci-fi 5.6%, RTS 1.2%
- #15 Lords of the Black Sun
87% matchMostly Negative20% of 396 reviews2014
Dev: Arkavi StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.
Why similar: 4X 54.5% ★, Strategy 21.8%, Space 18.4%, Sci-fi 5.3%
- #16 Space Empires V
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 475 reviews2006
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 56% ★, Strategy 22.1%, Space 14.1%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #17 Uciana
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Birdshel, LLC
Windows
Explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate in this sci-fi 4X turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 51.2% ★, Strategy 21.4%, Space 11.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
- #18 Gewevo : Interstellar
86% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Victor Filipiak
Windows
Gewevo : Interstallar is a space strategy game derived from the tabletop RPG universe Gewevo. It offers an approach a little closer to a wargame with regard to the empire management aspect. Made with passion by a one-man team;)
Why similar: 4X 44.1% ★, RTS 22.3%, Strategy 18.5%, Space 10.2%, Sci-fi 4.6%
- #19 Galactic Inheritors
84% matchMixed43% of 88 reviews2015
Dev: Crispon GamesPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Colonise solar systems and watch them grow. Explore the galaxy to find its strategic choke points. Build up your empire and your fleet and then use the power of the media to prepare your people for the inevitable war. At the same time watch your opponents, keep on an eye on their own media and watch for threats and opportunities.
Why similar: 4X 52.1% ★, Space 22.9%, Strategy 17%, Sci-fi 8%
- #20 Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection
83% matchVery Positive88% of 710 reviews2010
Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.Pub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection is the original Sword of the Stars games and the three expansions Born of Blood, A Murder of Crows and Argos Naval Yard. It is the year 2405, and human scientists have discovered a new technology that allows travel from star to star at speeds faster than light.
Why similar: 4X 57% ★, Strategy 20%, Space 14.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #21 Etherium
84% matchMostly Negative37% of 953 reviews2015
Dev: Tindalos InteractivePub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Etherium is a real-time strategy game set in a science-fiction universe, where three factions battle it out for a mysterious and rare resource known as ‘Etherium’.
Why similar: RTS 26.5%, Strategy 23.7%, Sci-fi 21.3%, 4X 16.9% ★, Space 11.3%
- #22 Uncharted Space - project 3062
82% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Kong Linghui
Windows
In this game, you are a leader, leading a force of army to fight other forces in the deep spaces. You will plunder their resources, build your homelands, explore and expand, managing your army both strategically and tactically. This will be a saga written with blood and fire.
Why similar: 4X 38% ★, RTS 23.7%, Strategy 17.3%, Military 9.1%, Space 7%
- #23 Chieftain
81% matchMixed55% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: Splout Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Chieftain is a fantasy game of world conquest - containing elements of a procedurally generated 4X world, and real-time skirmishes including hundreds of soldiers on screen battling for your dominion and reign to be supreme!
Why similar: 4X 42.4% ★, Strategy 32.5%, RTS 25.1%
- #24 Sins of a Solar Empire II
79% matchVery Positive84% of 8,475 reviews2024
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.
Why similar: 4X 38.3% ★, RTS 21.1%, Space 17.9%, Strategy 12.2%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #25 AI War: Fleet Command
81% matchVery Positive82% of 1,611 reviews2009
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
"You are outgunned. You are massively outnumbered. You must win." These are your orders. Humanity has already fought its war against the machines -- and lost. AI death squads stand watch over every planet and every wormhole, the few remaining human settlements are held captive in orbiting bubbles, and the AIs have turned their...
Why similar: Strategy 32.6%, 4X 26% ★, RTS 21.8%, Space 13.1%, Sci-fi 5.8%
- #26 Commanders Fury
80% 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: 4X 37.2% ★, RTS 21.1%, Space 13.8%, Strategy 12.9%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #27 Land and Castles
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anmoco
Windows · Mac
A retro real time strategy game with solo and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 38.1% ★, RTS 25.9%, Strategy 15%, Military 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 3%
- #28 Stellar Reach
78% 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: 4X 42% ★, RTS 14.1%, Space 13%, Strategy 11.6%, Military 8.9%
- #29 ENDLESS Space™ - Definitive Edition
77% matchVery Positive81% of 9,592 reviews2012
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
ENDLESS Space™ is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS Universe™, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.
Why similar: 4X 50.2% ★, Strategy 23.4%, Space 17.2%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Exploration 1.1%
- #30 Shallow Space
78% matchMostly Negative25% of 231 reviews2015
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Construct your Taskforce and lead your forces to domination in the ultimate Fleet Warfare RTS!
Why similar: RTS 26.4%, Space 23.5%, Strategy 22.3%, 4X 21% ★, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #31 The Qin Empire
77% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: MAX GAME PTE. LTD.
Windows
真·春秋戦国戦略SLG―中国史上最もドラマチックな時代が舞台! 名もなき小国の人物から成長し、春秋時代の戦国武将を集め、領土を広げ、他のプレイヤーや味方と同盟を結んで共に戦い、戦略と知恵を駆使して始皇帝の如く天下を制覇しよう! いざ出陣だ!これは、始皇帝へとつながる戦乱!
Why similar: 4X 46% ★, RTS 23.1%, Strategy 19.6%, Wargame 11.2%
- #32 Solar Wave
76% matchNo user 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: 4X 37.1% ★, RTS 18.5%, Space 13.8%, Wargame 12.3%, Strategy 10.7%
- #33 Galactic Conflict
75% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Shadowfoundry GamesPub: Sinpros Entertainment and Multimedia
Windows
A real-time sci-fi 4X strategy game where you explore procedurally generated star systems, expand your empire, manage resources, build fleets, and wage war against multiple AI factions in a dynamic and evolving galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 41.9% ★, RTS 21.3%, Strategy 17.5%, Space 7.6%, Sci-fi 5%
- #34 The Veiled Atlas: A Cycle of Falls
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flat Gradient
Windows
A turn-based 4X of rival governments contesting the dim Atlas through economy, war and an Influence-weighted Council. At the edge of sensor range, the Shadow does not lose - it only rises.
Why similar: 4X 53.9% ★, Strategy 23%, Space 11.4%, Sci-fi 8.7%, 2D 2.5%
- #35 Clash of Stars
75% matchMixed52% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Star Magic
Windows
MMO Real-time strategy star game.
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, RTS 18.8%, Wargame 14.4%, Military 10.1%, Strategy 9.5%
- #36 Battle for Vera
74% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: Matic
Windows
Battle for Vera is a classic Real-Time Strategy game that draws inspiration from beloved classics, and improves upon many of their ideas to create an exciting new experience.
Why similar: RTS 34.5%, Strategy 26.7%, Space 17%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #37 Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack
73% matchVery Positive91% of 600 reviews2024
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack includes the original Alpha Centauri and the expansion, Alien Crossfire.
Why similar: 4X 65.9% ★, Strategy 17.9%, Space 15.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #38 Hollow Stars
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: AppGX
Windows
A deep 2D strategy of cosmic trade and faction warfare. Build trading empires, refine asteroids, lead fleets into battle and run faction politics — solo or in four-player co-op
Why similar: 4X 43.7% ★, RTS 20.6%, Strategy 17%, Space 9.6%, Sci-fi 5%
- #39 Dawn of Andromeda
74% matchMixed43% of 243 reviews2017
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dawn of Andromeda is a pausable, real-time 4X space strategy game providing an accessible, fun and immersive experience, introducing fresh ideas to the genre. Build your empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research technologies and build great fleets.
Why similar: 4X 53.7% ★, Strategy 22.3%, Space 16.2%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #40 Master of Orion 1
72% matchVery Positive90% of 448 reviews2016
Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Why similar: 4X 66.6% ★, Strategy 19.4%, Space 9.2%, Sci-fi 4.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #41 CIVIREVIVAL
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DIMENSION CREATIONS LIMITED
Windows
In this 4X + RPG strategy game, lead humanity’s last ark and rebuild a new home among the mysterious ruins of the stars. Starting from nothing, you will develop technology, build powerful fleets, resist external threats, and shape the rebirth of human civilization.
Why similar: 4X 29.7% ★, Wargame 19.6%, RTS 18.8%, Space 15.4%, Strategy 11.8%
- #42 Vega Chronicle
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Just Add Lava
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead your civilization to galactic glory in this bite-sized 4X strategy game. Build, colonize, trade, and, by tact or might, overcome all who oppose you.
Why similar: 4X 50.4% ★, Strategy 20.4%, Space 16.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 2%
- #43 Feudalism
73% matchMostly Negative33% of 46 reviews2016
Dev: ImagimotionPub: IV Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Conquer Europe, become an Emperor. Build your family’s dynasty through seven centuries, from 800 A.D. to 1492 A.D., up until the inevitable collapse of the feudal system.
Why similar: 4X 64.4% ★, Strategy 35.6%
- #44 Stellar Dynasty
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Joshua R.D. Wilson
Windows
A sci-fi, 4X, real-time strategy game. Build, fight, and explore to survive against an unstoppable alien threat. Carry the fight from one galaxy to the next as you battle back from the brink of extinction, and unlock the secrets of the past to restore your people to the path of galactic super power.
Why similar: 4X 40.4% ★, RTS 16.5%, Space 15.6%, Strategy 12.3%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #45 Moons That Belong
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: v4.games
Windows
Embark on a journey of strategy and domination in Moons That Belong, a 2D space strategy game that challenges your tactical prowess. Command your fleet, conquer planets, and outsmart your opponents in this visually captivating and intellectually engaging adventure.
Why similar: 4X 41.8% ★, RTS 23.2%, Space 15.1%, Strategy 9.7%, Minimalist 5.2%
- #46 Near Sol
70% 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: 4X 42.8% ★, RTS 21.6%, Space 12.4%, Strategy 11.3%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #47 Predestination
70% matchMixed45% of 86 reviews2019
Dev: Brain and Nerd Ltd
Windows
Predestination is a turn-based sci-fi 4X game set in the distant past of our own galaxy. Ships from countless races are flung back in time by a powerful hostile race known as the Revenants, and must now work to rebuild their empires and somehow stop the Revenants in the past.
Why similar: 4X 51.7% ★, Strategy 23.3%, Space 17.8%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #48 Ancient Space
70% matchMixed44% of 368 reviews2014
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.
Why similar: RTS 34.6%, Space 27.7%, Strategy 26.2%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Exploration 1%
- #49 Galaxy Reavers
69% matchMixed69% of 205 reviews2016
Dev: Good Games
Windows
This is a fun yet challenging RTS game. To survive in the vast galaxy, you need to build up your own fleet and customize your warships. You will also learn to control them efficiently in battle to defeat your enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire!
Why similar: RTS 33.5%, Strategy 28.2%, Space 27.5%, Sci-fi 10.8%
- #50 Tachyon Wars
69% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Fair Games
Windows
Tachyon Wars is a sci-fi real-time space strategy game. It introduces seriously deep gameplay with an emphasis on fleet control. Open space to explore, large-scale battles, crafty AI. All of it is well seasoned with novel real-time game mechanics.
Why similar: 4X 45.5% ★, Strategy 18.9%, Space 16.4%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Wargame 6.8%
- #51 O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 107 reviews2014
Dev: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
An epic struggle for control!
Why similar: Strategy 34.1%, RTS 29.6%, Space 28.2%, Sci-fi 8%
- #52 Master of Orion 2
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,725 reviews2016
Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Why similar: 4X 58.9% ★, Strategy 20.2%, Space 14.2%, Sci-fi 6.6%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #53 Stars in Shadow
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 833 reviews2017
Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
Why similar: 4X 61.6% ★, Strategy 17.6%, Space 13.9%, Sci-fi 7%
- #54 Armada 2526 Gold Edition
68% matchMixed67% of 108 reviews2013
Dev: Ntronium GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Conquer the Galaxy In This ‘4x’ Strategy Game. Lead one of 18 different alien races to become a mighty pan-galactic empire. Manage your colonies, deploy your fleets and conduct research. Plot your strategy and turn your planets into mighty bastions.
Why similar: 4X 51% ★, Strategy 33.3%, Space 15.7%
- #55 InfiniteConflict
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Muffinman
Windows · Mac · Linux
A free, tick-based strategy MMO where the clock never stops. Expand from one planet across six galaxies, command mega-fleets, and forge alliances. One turn every hour - a war that never sleeps.
Why similar: 4X 47.8% ★, Strategy 19.4%, Wargame 16.3%, Space 8.6%, Sci-fi 5.7%
- #56 RogueCraft Squadron
67% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Missing Sentinel Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
RogueCraft Squadron is a fast paced real-time strategy space adventure with roguelike elements. Play as a squadron commander fighting against a hostile alien race; collecting resources, researching new ships and building an armada as you fight to survive against overwhelming odds.
Why similar: RTS 34.1%, Strategy 29.3%, Space 20.7%, Sci-fi 12.6%, 2D 3.3%
- #57 Varren's Expanse
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Wonder Forge, Inc.
Windows
Varren's Expanse is a roguelite strategy game. Explore the wilderness using mice and badger legionnaires, rabbit scouts, and squirrel skirmishers. Every round builds your strength, every round brings new challenges.
Why similar: 4X 46.1% ★, RTS 26.8%, Strategy 20.4%, Exploration 2.9%, Colorful 2.3%
- #58 StarFringe: Adversus
66% matchMixed64% of 233 reviews2023
Dev: CasualogicPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
This is the story about the beginning of the conquest of outer space by earthlings. It began as a global idea of saving mankind from hunger and lack of resources, and ended as a brutal and merciless war in space far from Earth.
Why similar: 4X 32% ★, RTS 24.4%, Space 14.4%, Strategy 12.2%, Wargame 10.7%
- #59 Star Conqueror 舰队指挥官
66% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MirrorAlice Studio
Windows
Engage in real-time battles with customizable space warships. Explore the galaxy, forge alliances, develop powerful ships, and defeat alien invaders.
Why similar: 4X 29.3% ★, Wargame 16.4%, Space 14.3%, RTS 12.5%, Strategy 11.6%