Games Like Battle Academy

Sequel to its successful predecessor, Battle Academy 2 moves the action east – to the bloodied plains of Mother Russia. When a gritty new look, great new features, and random mission generation meet battle-proven gameplay you can be sure of a turn-based strategy classic!

Why similar: World War II 35.8% ★, Strategy 19.6%, Turn-Based 19.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Wargame 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel refines the core tactical mechanics of the original while expanding the scope to the Eastern Front.

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 38.3% ★, Turn-Based 16.4%, Wargame 15.7%, Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly accessible, hex-based tactical experience with a focus on unit variety and mission-driven objectives.

Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards.

Why similar: World War II 35.2% ★, Turn-Based 17.4%, Wargame 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for modern turn-based WWII strategy, it balances deep tactical depth with a polished, modern interface.

Unity of Command is an innovative and refreshing operational-level wargame that covers the entire 1942/43 Stalingrad Campaign on the Eastern Front.

Why similar: World War II 36.7% ★, Turn-Based 17%, Wargame 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Strategy 14.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a challenging, puzzle-like tactical experience that rewards careful planning and efficient unit movement.

Unity of Command II is the sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed strategy games of all time; a game critics called 'the perfect gateway' into computer war games.

Why similar: World War II 39.7% ★, Turn-Based 19.6%, Wargame 15.8%, Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at teaching players the importance of supply lines and logistics through a streamlined and visually clear interface.

Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe is a deeply immersive turn based strategy game covering the greatest conflict in modern history!

Why similar: Strategy 47.3%, World War II 37.5% ★, Turn-Based 15.2%

Why You'll Like It: While slightly more grand in scale, it maintains the turn-based hex-grid integrity that fans of tactical wargaming appreciate.

Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!

Why similar: World War II 33.7% ★, Turn-Based 19.5%, Wargame 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Strategy 9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, indie-developed wargame that prioritizes a clean UI and deep tactical combat across a massive global map.

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 49.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, Strategy 23.2%, Multiplayer 3.3%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a more realistic, simulation-heavy approach to tactical WWII combat while maintaining a turn-based structure.

Take one of the most modern, fun and engaging board games created in recent years. Match it with cutting-edge technology. Add a ridiculously well-crafted art style and a ton of extra content. This is the recipe to one of the most thrilling, charming and captivating strategy games you will ever find.

Why similar: World War II 50.4% ★, Turn-Based 20.1%, Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.7%, Multiplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the fast-paced, board-game-inspired tactical combat that mirrors the lighthearted yet intense feel of Battle Academy.

The ultimate edition of Panzer Corps, containing hundreds of scenarios and all its expansions. Panzer Corps Gold is the culmination of the wargame that has enthralled millions of fans all around the globe, and now it’s your chance to fully experience a real classic.

Why similar: World War II 40.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Wargame 15.4%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Strategy 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: This classic title remains a staple for those who enjoy the classic 'Panzer General' style of turn-based tactical progression.

Command a true operational structure. Can you balance and prioritize three different Theatres in order to achieve your objective?

Why similar: World War II 44.7% ★, Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Wargame 12.2%, Multiplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: It blends traditional hex-based wargaming with RPG-like command decisions, adding a layer of historical narrative to the combat.

Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg is a turn-based strategy set in the period of WW2. It brings a modern look and new features to a good old wargame genre. You are to lead the German Armed forces overcoming unthinkable odds and claiming the ultimate bittersweet victory in Europe. Blitzkrieg is the way!

Why similar: World War II 34.6% ★, Wargame 21.5%, Turn-Based 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Strategy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on high-production-value tactical combat with a strong emphasis on historical unit progression and cinematic presentation.

Battle of the Bulge is a fast-paced WW2 game where precise movement and detailed planning make the difference between a vain attempt and a brave operation.

Why similar: World War II 37.1% ★, Turn-Based 18.8%, Wargame 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Strategy 13.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, focused tactical game that emphasizes the critical importance of terrain and momentum in WWII combat.

Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific is a turn-based strategy game. It offers a comprehensive experience of the Pacific Theater, challenging you to achieve victory in one of history's greatest conflicts.

Why similar: World War II 31.4% ★, Wargame 26.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Strategy 18.8%, Multiplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep, turn-based strategic experience focused on the unique naval and island-hopping warfare of the Pacific theater.

The Operational Art of War IV is the new generation of operational wargames. With more flexibility than before and with a new array of exciting features, it will make you relive the most iconic battles from the dawn of the 20th Century to modern day, including the ones that never occurred!

Why similar: World War II 29.9% ★, Wargame 25.8%, Strategy 23.9%, Turn-Based 20.4%

Why You'll Like It: For players looking to graduate to more complex simulations, this game offers unparalleled depth in operational-level wargaming.

Silent Storm from leading Russian developer Nival is a true 3D tactical turn-based Role-Playing-Game set against the backdrop of WWII. As the conflict rages on the frontlines, you’ll be leading a small multinational squad behind enemy lines to gather information and wreak havoc on your enemies while trying to thwart a mysterious new...

Why similar: World War II 41.9% ★, Turn-Based 30.8%, Strategy 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based tactical game that features destructible environments and squad-level combat similar to the intensity of Battle Academy missions.

WarPlan is an incredibly accurate World War II simulation engine. It is a balance of realism and playability incorporating the best from 50 years of World War II board wargaming. Play a recreated World War II in every detail, thanks to the engine flexibility and database

Why similar: World War II 34.6% ★, Wargame 21.1%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive turn-based strategy game that manages to keep complex logistics and combat mechanics accessible.

March into the real-time strategy legend, Blitzkrieg, and prepare for war. This legendary WWII RTS blends unprecedented realism and accuracy to form immersive 3D backgrounds and a game where brute force often takes a back seat to strategy and wits.

Why similar: World War II 71.2% ★, Strategy 25.8%, Multiplayer 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A collection of classic tactical titles that defined the genre's approach to mission-based WWII combat.

Close Combat: The Bloody First is the latest release in the critically-acclaimed Close Combat series, and the first using the new 3D Archon engine. With this Close Combat: The Bloody First combines classic Close Combat tactical gameplay with battles fought across a wide variety of diverse 3D landscapes including craggy ridgelines, narrow...

Why similar: World War II 46.8% ★, Wargame 29.1%, Strategy 18.4%, Multiplayer 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: It brings a tactical, squad-based perspective to the WWII battlefield with a focus on unit morale and realistic engagement ranges.

Can you lead? Burden of Command is an emotionally authentic tactical leadership RPG. You’re a company Captain in the historical Cottonbalers. Fighting psychology as much as bullets, you must build respect, trust, and battlefield experience to bring your brothers safely home.

Why similar: World War II 42% ★, Wargame 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Strategy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes the leadership aspect of tactical combat, forcing players to manage the morale and lives of their soldiers.

War in the East 2 is the most comprehensive, most realistic, and most advanced wargame modeling Eastern Front warfare in World War Two.

Why similar: World War II 32.5% ★, Wargame 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Strategy 17.7%, Multiplayer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: The ultimate challenge for players who want to move from tactical skirmishes to massive, high-fidelity operational campaigns.

The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 41%, Strategy 35.9%, Turn-Based 21.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Though not set in WWII, its turn-based tactical combat and squad management are among the best in the genre.

Set during the events of WW2, Strategic War in Europe is a classic turn-based strategy game that combines a deep strategic layer with accessibility and ease-of-use.

Why similar: World War II 39.1% ★, Strategy 17.9%, Wargame 16.5%, Turn-Based 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: A simplified, accessible grand strategy game that focuses on the broad strokes of the European conflict.

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 67.6% ★, Strategy 27.7%, Multiplayer 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: While it features real-time elements, its deep tactical control over individual units and vehicles makes it a great fit for fans of tactical combat.

Strategists to the frontline!The HD remake of the Nintendo DS classic.Are you the strategist that the world has been waiting for?

Why similar: World War II 48.7% ★, Strategy 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Wargame 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: A visually updated classic that delivers a solid, turn-based tactical campaign focused on the European theater.

Use the radio to give commands to the soldiers on the battlefield. Keep track of the situation based on their voice reports only. Lead US platoons to clash with Vietcong in a realistic, innovative approach to the RTS genre. Make hard choices in a narrative driven experience, and face the outcome.

Why similar: Wargame 68.8%, Strategy 27.5%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique tactical perspective where you command units via radio reports, focusing on the fog of war and communication.

Time of Wrath gives a fine piece of wargaming for every fan of WW2 era. This strategy allows players to take control over any country during World War 2 era in Europe and North Africa theater.

Why similar: World War II 57.8% ★, Turn-Based 21.4%, Strategy 20.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a classic turn-based experience with a focus on historical accuracy and unit management.

Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.

Why similar: World War II 48% ★, Wargame 18.6%, Strategy 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Multiplayer 3.4%

Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2?

Why similar: World War II 74.6% ★, Strategy 18.1%, Multiplayer 5.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Men of War: Assault Squad delivers a deeply tactical WWII experience, blending large-scale strategy with intense, hands-on combat. Fight across multiple fronts – from European countryside to Pacific jungles and command every unit and every bullet on the battlefield.

Why similar: World War II 66.1% ★, Strategy 28.5%, Multiplayer 4.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Blitzkrieg 3 is a WW2 RTS made for true admirers of strategic mastery! Challenge your tactical skills in historical campaigns and defeat powerful Neural Network AI in competitive matches.

Why similar: World War II 72.2% ★, Strategy 20.2%, Multiplayer 5.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Theatre of War 2: Kursk 1943, the historically accurate and detailed real-time tactical war game, welcomes military history fans to the battle which gave the Red Army the strategic initiative for the rest of the war.

Why similar: World War II 58.1% ★, Strategy 41.9%

Faces of War puts you in the heart of World War II – not as a distant commander, but as the leader on the ground. Combining the tactical depth of real-time strategy with the immediacy of direct control, it lets you issue precise orders or jump straight into battle as one of your soldiers.

Why similar: World War II 70.3% ★, Strategy 25.8%, Multiplayer 3.9%

Realistic, immersive, breathtaking. WARNO is the ultimate World War III battle simulator from the masters of strategy, Eugen Systems. A Cold War turns decisively hot as you command hundreds of units on a beautiful and brutal battlefield. Outsmart, outfight, and lead your forces to total victory.

Why similar: Wargame 49.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 27.7%, Strategy 18.5%, Multiplayer 4.4%

The Armchair Historian brings you a new turn-based strategy game set in the Victorian Era. As muskets become rifles and infantry is confronted by modernizing artillery, it is imperative to adapt to a rapidly changing battlefield. This is a new age, not of courage and chivalry, but of Blood and Iron.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 54.2%, Strategy 33.3%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Men of War is a stunning Real-Time Strategy game that takes place during the height of World War II. Intense battles span Europe and North Africa as gamers play as Soviet, Allied or German forces across 19 massive single-player missions.

Why similar: World War II 65% ★, Strategy 30.1%, Multiplayer 4.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Making History® delivers the open-ended gameplay of strategy-game classics, but with compelling new economic, military, and diplomatic systems and deep research that lets you play with real historical challenges.

Why similar: World War II 48.6% ★, Strategy 29.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%

Steel Division: Normandy is a tactical real-time strategy (RTS) game that pits players against AI enemies in a single-player campaign -- or against several opponents in massive 10-on-10 multiplayer battles.

Why similar: World War II 67.5% ★, Strategy 17%, Wargame 11.8%, Multiplayer 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Armored Brigade II revolutionizes real-time tactical warfare in 3D, focusing on the intense combined arms combat of the Cold War era, from 1965 to 1991. Boasting a meticulously researched database and huge real-world terrain maps, this game offers an unparalleled combat simulation experience.

Why similar: Wargame 65%, Strategy 34.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Advanced Tactics: Gold offers a unique and infinitely replayable wargaming experience for any strategy fan. Building off of the enormous success of Advanced Tactics: World War II, the Gold edition gives players a more powerful game editor, much improved random game engine, many new features and abilities, and more.

Why similar: Wargame 24.3%, World War II 22.8% ★, Turn-Based 20.9%, Strategy 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%

Command a special task force composed of different kinds of units, including tanks, APCs, field guns, mortars, various infantry regiments and will also have an opportunity to call for artillery and air support.

Why similar: World War II 69.3% ★, Strategy 28.2%, Multiplayer 2.5%

Strategic Mind: The Pacific is a turn-based strategy set in the WW2 period depicting the war between the USA and the Empire of Japan waged in the Pacific Ocean with mindblowing historical accuracy and attention to detail. Two Sides. Two Commanders. Two Destinies.

Why similar: World War II 34.9% ★, Wargame 20.7%, Turn-Based 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Strategy 8.2%

Strategic Mind: Spectre of Communism is a (hi)story-driven turn-based strategy set in the WW2 period. It offers refined wargame mechanics, story-rich gameplay, and modern 3D graphics. Lead the USSR Armed forces staging the world Communist revolution. For Stalin! For the Motherland!

Why similar: World War II 42.1% ★, Wargame 30%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Strategy 9.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%

KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.

Why similar: World War II 47.5% ★, Wargame 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Strategy 9.5%, Multiplayer 2.9%

Tank Operation: European Campaign - is a turn-based, tactical war game with a dozen nerve-racking historical scenarios on the various battlefields of World War II. As an allied general you fight right on the frontline to defeat the Third Reich with all its destructive potential.

Why similar: World War II 38.6% ★, Strategy 23.2%, Wargame 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based 10.6%

Attack at Dawn is a WWII strategy game that mixes the ease of real-time action with the depth of operational gameplay, all on beautifully crafted North Africa maps. Plan your strategy like Rommel or Montgomery and better the real history.

Why similar: World War II 39.4% ★, Turn-Based 23%, Wargame 19.6%, Strategy 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%

War on an Epic scale from Moscow to Berlin – this is War in the East!

Why similar: World War II 36.8% ★, Wargame 23%, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based 10%

Panzer Strategy is a World War II wargame that combines classic turn-based strategy gameplay with modern looks. Command your armies and adapt your units to any objective using a huge selection of real-life military equipment and battle skills.

Why similar: World War II 37.3% ★, Turn-Based 29.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Strategy 11.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Company of Heroes 3 combines heart-pounding combat with deeper strategic choices in a stunning Mediterranean theatre of war. In Company of Heroes 3, every battle tells a story...what's yours?

Why similar: World War II 39.7% ★, Wargame 27.7%, Strategy 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Multiplayer 4.3%

Experience warfare like never before! Men of War II, the anticipated sequel to the highly acclaimed RTS franchise is here with all-new units, locations, campaigns, game modes and true trademarks of the series: historical fidelity and action-filled gameplay on the Eastern and Western Fronts of WWII.

Why similar: World War II 51.4% ★, Wargame 28.3%, Strategy 13.3%, Multiplayer 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Valor & Victory is a fast-playing, easy to learn World War II squad-level game system. Based on the original Valor & Victory board game, the digital edition provides you with an accessible and deep challenge, developed for classic tabletop game lovers.

Why similar: World War II 35.8% ★, Turn-Based 20.8%, Wargame 19%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Strategy 9.4%

For the first time in the series’ history, Strategic Command will be taking you to the 19th century battlefields of the American Civil War. You will control the armies, research, production and diplomatic policy of either the Union or the Confederacy during a time of innovation and dramatic battles.

Why similar: Wargame 35.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 30.7%, Strategy 27.5%, Multiplayer 5%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Headquarters: World War II is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game where your battlefield tactics are as important as your army management skills. Experience both sides of the war, battling in Europe as the USA, the UK, or Germany. Storm bunkers, occupy houses, win tank duels.

Why similar: World War II 40.6% ★, Wargame 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.9%, Strategy 10.8%, Multiplayer 4.3%

Strategy & Tactics: Wargame Collection is a set of three historical turn-based strategies, in which you are going to take command of the armies in the greatest Medieval wars as well as take control of countries and nations during World War II.

Why similar: World War II 39% ★, Strategy 33.8%, Turn-Based 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%

Cauldrons of War Barbarossa is the turn-based strategic wargame you will launch whenever you want your WW2 shot but don't have time for a monster strategy game.From June 1941 until the Battle of Moscow, play the USSR or the Axis forces in one of the largest and bloodiest operations in history.

Why similar: World War II 33.4% ★, Wargame 21%, Turn-Based 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Strategy 8.5%

Experience the hit World War 2 real-time strategy game for the first time in full 3D glory, expanding on all strategic and tactical options. Command joint operations of naval, land-based and airborne units on the largest maps in the series.

Why similar: World War II 62.3% ★, Strategy 37.7%

WAW is a unique historical strategy turn-based game, in a boardgame spirit, which aims at simulating in one single system ALL kind of wars and conflicts throughout the world (and beyond) from Prehistoric times to nowadays, on the operational or strategic levels.

Why similar: Strategy 44.2%, Turn-Based 37.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%

Return to the bloody battlefields of World War II in this epic sequel. Blitzkrieg 2 returns you to the gritty realism of WWII battles while pushing your focus into new, strategic opportunities during global war!

Why similar: World War II 74.9% ★, Strategy 22.8%, Multiplayer 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%