- #1 B-17 Flying Fortress: The Mighty 8th
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 91 reviews2014
Dev: Wayward DesignPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 16%
Feel the power of flying a 10-men crew on a B-17 over occupied Europe in WWII. Plan the mission, choose your men and take action in every post onboard, from pilot to bombardier and machine gunners. Get ready for a high-flying adventure in this all-time classic.
Why similar: Flight 28.6%, World War II 28.2% ★, War 12.8%, Simulation 8.3%, Strategy 7.6%
- #2 IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,984 reviews2014
Dev: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad is the continuation of the legendary IL-2 Sturmovik series that has set the standard for PC combat flight games for more than ten years. This new entry into the series will offer virtual pilots an even more accurate simulation of the most famous air battles.
Why similar: Flight 49.8%, World War II 21.9% ★, Wargame 9.8%, Simulation 7.4%, War 6.8%
- #3 Bomber Crew
96% matchVery Positive88% of 15,551 reviews2017
Dev: Runner DuckPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Chocks away! Bomber Crew is a strategic simulation game, where picking the right crew and keeping your bomber in tip top shape is the difference between completing your mission or losing it all! USAAF DLC NOW AVAILABLE! FLY THE ICONIC AMERICAN BOMBER!
Why similar: World War II 39.7% ★, Flight 27.6%, Simulation 10.4%, War 9.9%, Strategy 9.1%
- #4 IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946
95% matchVery Positive87% of 3,217 reviews2008
Dev: 1C: Maddox GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Il-2 1946 includes all of the original IL-2 series content: IL-2 Sturmovik™: Forgotten Battles, Ace Expansion Pack, Pacific Fighters™ and alternate histry campaigns of year 1946. What was years ago began as a one-aircraft study sim is now an astonishing anthology, with a whopping 229 flyable aircraft and over 300 aircraft total!
Why similar: Flight 46.4%, World War II 32.9% ★, Simulation 16%, War 2.2%, Action 1.4%
- #5 IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover
94% matchMixed67% of 1,014 reviews2011
Dev: 1C: Maddox GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Join the Royal Air Force, face off against the deadly German Luftwaffe and the Italian air forces and battle for Britain!
Why similar: Flight 41.3%, World War II 40.7% ★, Simulation 18%
- #6 IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,782 reviews2017
Dev: Team Fusion SimulationsPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Scramble to intercept in your RAF Spitfire or Hurricane. Or join huge formations of German or Italian Fighters and Bombers as they roar across the Channel towards London. Decide the fate of Britain!
Why similar: Flight 33.7%, World War II 33.4% ★, War 15.2%, Simulation 11.9%, Action 3.2%
- #7 Battlestations Pacific
93% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,606 reviews2009
Dev: Eidos Studio HungaryPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Experience one war through two epic sagas where you will be a part of history or change it. Feel the power of the historically authentic and decisive battles of the Pacific War. Relive some of the grandest and most critical naval battles of recent history and for the first time, choose to lead your fleet to a completely different ending...
Why similar: World War II 50.1% ★, Flight 19.2%, Strategy 12.1%, Simulation 7.1%, Action 6.3%
- #8 Wings of Prey: Special Edition
92% matchMixed63% of 744 reviews2010
Dev: Gaijin Entertainment CorporationPub: Gaijin Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Wings of Prey is based around large-scale aerial combat in World War II. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, attack aircraft and bombers across a range of thrilling missions.
Why similar: Flight 32.5%, World War II 30.2% ★, Simulation 13.2%, War 12.9%, Action 4.2%
- #9 Battlestations: Midway
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 976 reviews2007
Dev: Eidos InteractivePub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Battlestations: Midway is an immense action game that drops players into massive air, sea, and undersea battles from Pearl Harbor to the Battle of Midway.
Why similar: World War II 40.9% ★, Flight 24.9%, War 11.1%, Strategy 8.1%, Action 7.7%
- #10 Boat Crew
90% matchVery Positive89% of 454 reviews2022
Dev: Tabbing TabbyPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Command your crew in Boat Crew, a gripping action-strategy experience amidst the Pacific War. Take charge of a PT boat against Imperial Japan, skillfully managing resources and personnel by any means necessary to ensure victory in this high-stakes conflict.
Why similar: World War II 26.5% ★, Wargame 23.1%, War 12.3%, Tactical 9.1%, Strategy 7.4%
- #11 Easy Red 2
89% matchVery Positive90% of 15,222 reviews2022
Dev: Marco AmadeiPub: Corvostudio di Amadei Marco
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience massive battles with infantry, tanks, artillery, and aircraft on large destructible open-world maps. Equip yourself, coordinate with your squad, and fight through World War II in singleplayer, co-op, or multiplayer!
Why similar: World War II 39.1% ★, War 17.8%, Tactical 15.3%, Vehicular Combat 10.8%, Simulation 8.9%
- #12 Iron Front: Digital War Edition
91% matchMixed59% of 870 reviews2012
Dev: X1 SoftwarePub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Command your own troops, man authentic weaponry and take to the sky in deadly warplanes.
Why similar: World War II 37% ★, War 19.1%, Tactical 15.3%, Simulation 9.9%, Strategy 9.8%
- #13 Ground of Aces
88% matchVery Positive86% of 1,558 reviews2025
Dev: Blindflug Studios AG
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Take command of a remote military air base during World War II. Build your own airfield, manage iconic aircraft and oversee your crew’s well-being. Prepare them against air raids and send your pilots on dangerous missions. Survive and help your nation win the war!
Why similar: World War II 37.2% ★, Flight 23%, War 14%, Strategy 11.5%, Simulation 10.7%
- #14 Rise of Flight United
89% matchMixed56% of 2,739 reviews2013
Dev: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Pilot legendary aircraft of the early years of aviation, French Spad 13, German Albatros D.Va and Russian built Nieuport 17, in the free-to-play Rise of Flight United! This WWI aviation sim that has something for every flight-sim fan, from single player skirmish and career to multiplayer dogfights, but one thing is for certain, the...
Why similar: Flight 59%, Simulation 18.9%, World War II 10.6% ★, War 5.3%, Action 3%
- #15 Warplanes: WW2 Dogfight
87% matchVery Positive87% of 1,798 reviews2019
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Grab the control yoke of a warplane and jump into the battlefields of World War 2 in this thrilling combat flight action game. In each of the campaigns for USA, Great Britain, USSR, Germany and Japan you will assume the role of a pilot and squadron leader of an elite air force unit.
Why similar: Flight 37.8%, World War II 35.3% ★, Wargame 12.6%, Simulation 4.3%, War 4.2%
- #16 Carrier Command 2
86% matchVery Positive82% of 3,781 reviews2021
Dev: GeometaPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!
Why similar: Wargame 29%, War 19%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Strategy 11.6%, Simulation 11.1%
- #17 Project Wingman
85% matchVery Positive94% of 22,394 reviews2020
Dev: Sector D2
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.
Why similar: Flight 65%, War 19.2%, Action 7.6%, Simulation 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #18 Squad 44
86% matchMostly Positive74% of 25,440 reviews2018
Dev: Offworld
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 45.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Team up and join the frontline in Squad 44, the most authentic tactical WW2 shooter. Experience ruthless realism with an immense arsenal of faithfully recreated weapons and vehicles across massive WW2 battlefields.
Why similar: World War II 48.1% ★, War 15.8%, Simulation 11.1%, Tactical 8.2%, Strategy 8.2%
- #19 Nuclear Option
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,179 reviews2023
Dev: Shockfront Studios
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 28.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Fly near-future aircraft with immersive physics across dynamic battlefields, facing land, air, and sea threats. Wage war against AI or rival pilots using an array of advanced weaponry, including tactical and strategic nuclear weapons capable of annihilating anything in your path.
Why similar: Flight 34%, Wargame 28.4%, War 17.3%, Simulation 9.4%, Action 5.7%
- #20 Scramble: Battle of Britain
84% matchVery Positive89% of 244 reviews2024
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Scramble: Battle of Britain is a tactical dogfighting game set in 1940, featuring intense aerial battles in a 3D airspace. Take control of a squadron of fighters, planning maneuvers, witnessing real-time simulations, and analyzing battle damage with detailed camera tools.
Why similar: Flight 32.8%, World War II 28.2% ★, Tactical 12.9%, War 9.5%, Strategy 7.9%
- #21 ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN
83% matchVery Positive88% of 57,034 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Become an ace pilot and soar through photorealistic skies with full 360 degree movement; down enemy aircraft and experience the thrill of engaging in realistic sorties! Aerial combat has never looked or felt better!
Why similar: Flight 55.6%, War 14.7%, Cinematic 14%, Simulation 6.2%, Action 3.8%
- #22 Korea. IL-2 Series
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 459 reviews2026
Dev: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
Windows
Korea. IL-2 Series is a next-generation flight simulator set during the Korean War. Climb into the cockpit of early jet fighters and shape the outcome of legendary aerial battles.
Why similar: Flight 39.1%, Wargame 21.7%, War 11.1%, Cinematic 9%, Vehicular Combat 7%
- #23 European Air War
82% matchVery Positive86% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows
Take to the skies over Europe during the most dangerous days of World War II.
Why similar: Flight 36.9%, World War II 35.9% ★, Simulation 15.6%, War 6.5%, Combat 3.8%
- #24 Vincemus - Air Combat
80% matchVery Positive82% of 116 reviews2024
Dev: Virtual Convict
Windows · Mac
Fly through the theaters of World War II with fighters planes from across the world. Intercept, Raid, Defend, Survive in theatres of World War II. Vincemus is an arcade semi-realistic air combat shooter, The game is avalable on WindowsOS and MacOS.
Why similar: Flight 27.2%, World War II 23.8% ★, Wargame 15.3%, War 12.7%, Simulation 8.3%
- #25 Wolfpack
81% matchVery Positive88% of 2,101 reviews2019
Dev: Usurpator ABPub: SUBSIM
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A crew of players experience the tense atmosphere of a WW2 U-boat, manning the stations in this realistic co-op simulation game. Several crews may play together in a wolfpack, completing missions based on iconic events during the different stages of German U-boat warfare. Solo play included.
Why similar: World War II 61.8% ★, Simulation 25%, War 8.4%, Multiplayer 2.4%, Action 1.9%
- #26 303 Squadron: Battle of Britain
82% matchMixed63% of 451 reviews2018
Dev: Atomic Jelly
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The enemies are close, would you dare to join the Squadron? Tweak planes in a 1st person mechanic mode, set the clouds on fire in aerial fights sim and discover extra missions in an open world of RAF Base. Enjoy a gameplay based on a real history and become the Ace of Sky.
Why similar: Flight 35.3%, World War II 34.4% ★, Simulation 14.3%, War 8.4%, Action 7.4%
- #27 Aces of Thunder
78% matchMixed58% of 1,208 reviews2026
Dev: Gaijin EntertainmentPub: Gaijin Network Ltd
Windows
Experience the thrill of aerial combat with Aces of Thunder, the ultimate flight simulation game with high fidelity graphics that looks perfect both with and without VR HMDs.
Why similar: Flight 33.2%, World War II 22.5% ★, War 11%, Simulation 10.2%, Cinematic 7.5%
- #28 Plane Mechanic Simulator
79% matchMixed56% of 1,688 reviews2024
Dev: Cobble GamesPub: Ultimate Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%
England, 1940. The Luftwaffe is preparing for the invasion of Britain and the RAF need every man to stop it. They need you. Join the ground crews as they struggle to keep the aircraft flying. Repair engine, patch bullet holes, rearm machine guns and more.
Why similar: World War II 46.9% ★, Simulation 26.7%, War 13.8%, Strategy 7.4%, Action 4.7%
- #29 Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway™
78% matchVery Positive91% of 2,433 reviews2008
Dev: Gearbox SoftwarePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway brings the critically acclaimed squad-based WWII shooter into the next generation of gaming with amazing graphics and sound, new cutting-edge gameplay features and a totally redesigned online component.
Why similar: World War II 57.6% ★, Tactical 18.2%, Action 9.2%, War 8.3%, Strategy 5.5%
- #30 WarBirds 2026
79% matchMixed51% of 70 reviews2015
Dev: iEntertainment Network Inc
Windows
WarBirds2026 brings newly upgraded aircraft, refined flight models, new training, and expanded terrain. Featuring over 225 Fighters, Bombers, Armored ground vehicles across solo, multiplayer, and historical online special events, continuing to deliver the WWII air combat realism for over 30 years
Why similar: World War II 25.3% ★, Flight 23.9%, Wargame 17.4%, War 8.2%, Simulation 7.7%
- #31 Battleship Command
73% matchVery Positive94% of 293 reviews2026
Dev: BracerPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Command the mighty Scharnhorst in this immersive WWII naval simulation. Walk her decks in first-person, control gunnery, radar, and navigation, and lead your fleet through the Atlantic, Arctic, and Mediterranean. Battle convoys, outwit enemies, and survive the stormy seas of war.
Why similar: Wargame 24.7%, World War II 22% ★, Simulation 13.7%, Strategy 13.4%, War 10.7%
- #32 Helicopter Gunship DEX
75% matchVery Positive86% of 214 reviews2022
Dev: Jimmy Arcade Limited
Windows
Fly helicopter gunships in a tactical combat sim inspired by 90s classics. Master scalable flight controls, sensors and weapons across several combat zones. Tackle procedurally generated missions that play out differently each time. Play with gamepad, mouse and keyboard, or full HOTAS controls.
Why similar: Flight 32.4%, Wargame 25.4%, War 9.9%, Simulation 9.7%, Tactical 8.3%
- #33 Sky Gamblers: Storm Raiders
76% matchVery Positive81% of 254 reviews2015
Dev: Atypical Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
THIS IS THE ULTIMATE WWII AIR COMBAT GAME! You’ll participate in visceral dogfights, protect cities and fleets, bomb enemy structures and even fly through tunnels. Everything is set up in accurately recreated real life locations like Pearl Harbor, Coast of Dover, Midway, Germany and France.
Why similar: Flight 51.6%, World War II 25.2% ★, Simulation 14%, Action 9.2%
- #34 Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition
74% matchVery Positive87% of 26,544 reviews2014
Dev: Microsoft Game StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Take to the skies in the World’s favourite flight simulator! The multi award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X lands on Steam for the first time. Take off from anywhere in the world, flying some of the world’s most iconic aircraft to any one of 24,000 destinations.
Why similar: Flight 74.9%, Simulation 19%, Multiplayer 2.4%, Action 1.7%, Strategy 1.6%
- #35 Air Conflicts: Pacific Carriers
77% matchMixed54% of 565 reviews2012
Dev: Games Farm
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 38%
True heroes know no bounds!Experience top combat action in this brand new arcade flight sim and become immersed in the exploits of famous aircraft carriers. Choose the side you want to play on: the US Navy or the Imperial Japanese Navy. Climb into the cockpit and re-live the most famous battles of the War in the Pacific.
Why similar: Flight 38.8%, World War II 34.6% ★, Simulation 16.6%, Action 10.1%
- #36 Silent Hunter® III
75% matchVery Positive88% of 2,636 reviews2008
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
The king of submarine simulations returns with an all-new 3D engine, new crew command features, and more realistic WWII naval action than ever before. The movie-like graphics and simple, tension-filled gameplay make this the perfect game for the realism fanatic and the casual gamer.
Why similar: World War II 66.1% ★, Simulation 23.8%, War 3.6%, Strategy 3%, Action 2.2%
- #37 Dogfight 1942
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,180 reviews2012
Dev: City InteractivePub: CI Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Piloting a wide range of aircraft, players engage in aerial dogfights and dangerous fighter missions across the major theaters of war during WWII.
Why similar: Flight 46.4%, World War II 35% ★, Simulation 14.7%, Action 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #38 UBOAT
71% matchVery Positive84% of 27,344 reviews2024
Dev: Deep Water StudioPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 52.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
UBOAT is a simulator of a submarine from WWII era. It is a survival sandbox with crew management mechanics while its primary theme is life of German sailors. The boat is their home, but it can become their grave at any time.
Why similar: World War II 53.6% ★, War 23.6%, Simulation 15.5%, Action 6.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #39 Armored Battle Crew [World War 1] - Tank Warfare and Crew Management Simulator
77% matchMostly Negative34% of 660 reviews2019
Dev: Gattai Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Armored Battle Crew is a Tank and Crew Management Simulation game, where your skills as a Tank commander is tested. Customize your tank carefully and make strategic battle choices to achieve mission success! The fate of your crew lies in your hands!
Why similar: War 29%, Tactical 20.2%, Strategy 16.9%, Simulation 16.6%, Action 9.7%
- #40 Warplanes: Battles over Pacific
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 158 reviews2023
Dev: Home Net Games
Windows
Warplanes: Battles over Pacific opens the next chapter in aviation history. Become a World War II pilot and take part in the campaign against the Empire of Japan. The sequel to the hit Warplanes: WW1 Fighters, takes dogfight to a new level.
Why similar: Flight 34.6%, World War II 29.5% ★, Simulation 14%, War 11.3%, Action 6.9%
- #41 Men of War: Assault Squad 2
72% matchVery Positive91% of 46,715 reviews2014
Dev: DigitalmindsoftPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Men of War: Assault Squad 2 expands the real-time tactics series with new skirmish missions, massive multiplayer battles, enhanced visuals, improved AI, and full Direct Control. Command five factions across 65 maps, 250 vehicles, and 200 soldiers in one of the most detailed WWII RTS experiences.
Why similar: World War II 39.3% ★, War 17.4%, Strategy 17.2%, Tactical 11.1%, Simulation 8.9%
- #42 NEBULOUS: Fleet Command
71% matchVery Positive81% of 4,440 reviews2022
Dev: Eridanus IndustriesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 31.7 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: World War II 35.3% ★, War 19.4%, Tactical 15.4%, Strategy 10.6%, Simulation 10.2%
- #43 Combat Wings: Battle of Britain
74% matchVery Positive80% of 747 reviews2009
Dev: City InteractivePub: CI Games
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Destroy the Luftwaffe! There’s something new in the air, and it’s more than the hum of hundreds of aero engines... As the Luftwaffe launches its aerial offensive, the outnumbered Royal Air Force is scrambling to bring into combat new planes that will ensure victory over a stronger foe. Will they succeed?
Why similar: Flight 42.6%, World War II 37.1% ★, Simulation 16.5%, Action 2.4%, Multiplayer 1.2%
- #44 Call to Arms: Panzer Elite
70% matchMixed70% of 2,063 reviews2025
Dev: DigitalmindsoftPub: Digitalmindsoft Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lead a platoon of WWII tanks in this immersive TPP and FPP game. Engage in realistic, tactical combat across historic battlefields. Play through campaign or challenge yourself in skirmish mode as either German or US forces.
Why similar: World War II 30.3% ★, Wargame 23.4%, Cinematic 14.9%, War 10.3%, Simulation 8.8%
- #45 Heliborne Collection
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,033 reviews2017
Dev: Klabater
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Rotary-wing aviation and helicopter combat with a dynamic battlefield and the support of ground forces. Appreciated for MMO elements and an addictive gameplay loop. Use tactics and make strategic decisions or fly around and shoot in historically accurate maps.
Why similar: Flight 44.2%, War 19.5%, Simulation 10.5%, Tactical 10.3%, Action 6.2%
- #46 Tiny Combat Arena
70% matchVery Positive82% of 1,584 reviews2022
Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support.
Why similar: Flight 37%, Wargame 26.1%, War 11.5%, Simulation 10.9%, Vehicular Combat 7%
- #47 VTOL VR
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 21,888 reviews2017
Dev: Boundless Dynamics, LLC
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls.
Why similar: Flight 53.1%, War 15.6%, Simulation 10%, Vehicular Combat 9.5%, Combat 5.1%
- #48 Task Force Admiral - Vol.1: American Carrier Battles
67% matchVery Positive89% of 793 reviews2026
Dev: Drydock Dreams GamesPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Experience the thrill of leading American aircraft carriers to victory in this innovative full 3D command simulation wargame set in the Pacific in 1942. First-person or God’s eye, you lead your fleet and planes right from the center of the battle.
Why similar: World War II 39.4% ★, Tactical 19.4%, Vehicular Combat 12.9%, Simulation 11.4%, Strategy 11.2%
- #49 Order of Battle: World War II
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,179 reviews2015
Dev: The ArtistocratsPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Order of Battle: World War II is a breath of fresh air for all strategy fans. It is a game that takes wargaming to a new level by upgrading every single game element and rebooting the genre for a new generation of players.
Why similar: World War II 37.6% ★, Wargame 22.7%, Strategy 16.4%, War 9.1%, Simulation 7.6%
- #50 Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front
70% matchVery Positive89% of 1,137 reviews2016
Dev: Graviteam
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front - tactical battalion level combat simulation. Action takes place in the summer of 1943 at Mius river and Saur-Mogila tumulus area of over 140 sq. km. Four large-scale operations for the Red Army and Wehrmacht.
Why similar: World War II 36.7% ★, Wargame 25%, Simulation 14.6%, Strategy 13.4%, War 7.1%
- #51 ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
66% matchMixed68% of 2,669 reviews2026
Dev: Bandai Namco Aces Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Engage in intense aerial combat to dominate the battlefield with powerful weapons. Experience a breathtaking campaign filled with high-stakes missions, hard choices, and deep squad connections.
Why similar: Flight 42.1%, Wargame 19.4%, Cinematic 12%, War 11%, Vehicular Combat 8.4%
- #52 Tank Mechanic Simulator
68% matchVery Positive88% of 9,446 reviews2020
Dev: DeGenerals S.A.Pub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Renovate & build II World War tanks. Experience highly detailed & realistic simulation game. Take tanks fully apart by using different tools. Transform them from rusty and ruined to fully working. Check them on the training ground, sell or put into your own museum.
Why similar: World War II 69.3% ★, Simulation 19.6%, Action 10.1%, Singleplayer 1%
- #53 Cleared Hot
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,999 reviews2025
Dev: Not Knowing CorporationPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
CLEARED HOT is a nostalgic helicopter shooter with satisfying physics and light tactical elements. Shoot, dodge, move your squad around the battlefield, and pick up almost anything with your rope and magnet.
Why similar: Flight 39.2%, Wargame 21.5%, Vehicular Combat 12.8%, War 9.2%, Tactical 7.8%
- #54 WWII Online
68% matchMixed51% of 3,804 reviews2023
Dev: Cornered Rat SoftwarePub: Playnet, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 28%
WWII Online is a massive, persistent free-to-play MMO FPS driven entirely by players. Fight as Army, Air, or Naval forces and earn Victory Points to access more units. One global server. No scripts. Real outcomes. No zones. Huge world (300,000 km²). ENLIST NOW!
Why similar: Flight 44.9%, World War II 20.8% ★, Wargame 11.7%, Action 7.1%, Vehicular Combat 5.6%
- #55 Aircraft Carrier Survival
68% matchMixed60% of 1,239 reviews2022
Dev: Gambit Games StudioPub: CreativeForge Games
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
When the harshness of the sea meets the cruelties of war, a challenge for perseverance makes itself known. Welcome to Aircraft Carrier Survival, a strategy game set in the Pacific Theater of World War II, where your prowess as a commander decides the fate of a naval behemoth.
Why similar: World War II 39.2% ★, War 18.4%, Tactical 14.5%, Strategy 12.1%, Simulation 8.1%
- #56 Combat Mission Battle for Normandy
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 270 reviews2023
Dev: BattlefrontPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Combat Mission Battle for Normandy faithfully recreates the experience of tactical land warfare in Western France during World War Two.
Why similar: World War II 58.9% ★, Strategy 29.7%, 3D 8.2%, Multiplayer 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #57 Tank Squad
65% matchMostly Positive71% of 903 reviews2025
Dev: DeGenerals S.A.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Tank Squad is a tactical-combat action game. Take part in big tank battles during World War II. Play single-player or coop (4 players). Repair your tanks, replenish supplies, manage the crew and get back to the action!
Why similar: World War II 38.2% ★, War 19.2%, Vehicular Combat 12.8%, Tactical 10.8%, Simulation 10.5%
- #58 Aces High III
69% matchMixed59% of 438 reviews2017
Dev: HiTech Creations Inc.
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Aces High III offers world class modeling of World War II planes, vehicles, and boats in a combat setting with hundreds of other players pitting their skills in any given online arena.
Why similar: World War II 51% ★, Flight 35.1%, Simulation 13.9%
- #59 Metal Thunder
64% matchMostly Positive76% of 613 reviews2024
Dev: Dumbbell Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Command the legendary gunship in a high-octane action-roguelite! Engage insurgents with devastating firepower in ever-changing missions. Upgrade your arsenal, adapt to dynamic challenges, and survive relentless waves of enemies. Every run offers new tactics and chaos as you dominate the skies.
Why similar: Flight 29.4%, Wargame 23.5%, War 12.2%, Vehicular Combat 10.4%, Tactical 10.2%