Games Like Battle Realms: Zen Edition

Play as mythological Gods and smite your enemies in this award-winning, mythological Real-Time Strategy classic given new life. Wage war across timeless campaigns, fierce skirmishes, and god-powered multiplayer modes.

Why similar: RTS 59.6%, Strategy 24%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Fantasy 6.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same mythological fantasy focus and classic RTS base-building mechanics found in Battle Realms.

Age of Mythology is back! Choose your god and take to the battlefield in this classic, upgraded with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features.

Why similar: RTS 40.7%, Classic 28.9% ★, Strategy 22.8%, Multiplayer 5%, Fantasy 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a quintessential mythological RTS experience with distinct factions and powerful god abilities.

Command & Conquer and Red Alert are both remastered in 4K by the former Westwood Studios team members. Includes all 3 expansions, rebuilt multiplayer, a modernized UI, Map Editor, bonus footage gallery, and over 7 hours of remastered music.

Why similar: RTS 47.5%, Classic 25.5% ★, Strategy 21.4%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for fast-paced, classic base-building RTS gameplay.

SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!

Why similar: RTS 58.4%, Strategy 26%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Fantasy 6.3%, Action 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends deep RTS base-building with hero-focused RPG elements, mirroring the tactical depth of Battle Realms.

Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.

Why similar: RTS 41.1%, Strategy 28.4%, Classic 26.1% ★, Fantasy 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy RTS that emphasizes hero units and unique unit progression systems.

Ancestors Legacy is a squad-based real time strategy with a strong focus on tactics. Inspired by medieval European history, it brings to life four different nations and their conflicts, usually solved by war.

Why similar: RTS 56.4%, Strategy 35.9%, Multiplayer 5.2%, Action 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on squad-based tactical combat and gritty, realistic warfare that rewards careful unit positioning.

Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!

Why similar: RTS 41.8%, Classic 30.2% ★, Strategy 23.1%, Multiplayer 4.2%, Action 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines classic RTS mechanics with grand strategy elements for a deep, long-term tactical experience.

A classic real-time strategy game with an epic single player campaign, multiplayer & coop, set in the alternate reality of 1920+

Why similar: RTS 64.7%, Strategy 24%, Multiplayer 6.9%, Action 4.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers tactical, cover-based combat and base-building in a unique alternate-history setting.

Northgard: Definitive Edition is a critically acclaimed real-time strategy game based on Norse mythology. Lead your clan, uncover the secrets of a mysterious newfound continent and defeat your enemies to conquer the Throne!

Why similar: RTS 64.3%, Strategy 28.4%, Multiplayer 6.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique clan-based mechanics and resource management that require thoughtful strategic planning.

Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world.

Why similar: RTS 59.5%, Strategy 31.9%, Multiplayer 8.1%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern evolution of the classic RTS formula with a heavy emphasis on base-building and historical warfare.

Godsworn is a classic RTS with single-player & co-op focus. Experience an epic fantasy retelling of the Baltic Crusades set in a world inspired by pagan mythology. Choose a divine hero, rally worshippers alongside mythical creatures, and smite the unworthy!

Why similar: RTS 78%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Fantasy 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A mythology-themed RTS that focuses on hero units and base-building in a competitive environment.

Even as the world erupts in civil war, an ancient evil gives out a call, and the Shadow-touched begin to gather.

Why similar: RTS 47.5%, Strategy 28.2%, Classic 20.8% ★, Fantasy 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A squad-based fantasy RTS that emphasizes unit formations and tactical synergy.

Impossible Creatures is a 3D RTS game that pits the player against an evil villain. Using Earth’s most formidable animals as building blocks, the player must create an army of genetically-altered mutant monsters in a titanic struggle to protect an unsuspecting world.

Why similar: RTS 46.9%, Classic 24.7% ★, Strategy 21.1%, Multiplayer 5.5%, Action 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique unit creation system that allows for creative experimentation similar to training peasants in Battle Realms.

Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.

Why similar: RTS 61.5%, Strategy 31.8%, Multiplayer 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the intricate balance of base-building, economy management, and defensive siege warfare.

Lead the revolution with an army of flamethrowing Boars, mustard gas-lobbing Skunks, and paratrooper-puking Owls. Tooth and Tail is a Real-Time-Strategy game featuring Single Player, Online Competitive Play, Split Screen, Replays, and more. Build a base, lead your army, eat your enemies!

Why similar: RTS 59.7%, Strategy 26.8%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Action 5.4%, Singleplayer 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, streamlined RTS designed for intense, bite-sized matches that capture the urgency of Battle Realms.

Rising Kingdoms is a fantasy-themed RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2005

Why similar: RTS 55.2%, Strategy 44.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RTS that features hero units and unique base-building mechanics in a vibrant world.

Act of Aggression – Reboot Edition brings the techno-thriller RTS game Act of Aggression to a higher level. The Reboot Edition offers a full gameplay overhaul in skirmish mode against the AI and in your multiplayer battles.

Why similar: RTS 58.7%, Strategy 24.2%, Classic 8.8% ★, Multiplayer 6.2%, Action 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern RTS that channels the spirit of 90s classic base-building and resource management.

Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.

Why similar: RTS 57.9%, Strategy 24.9%, Classic 8.2% ★, Multiplayer 5.6%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined, fast-paced RTS that prioritizes tactical engagement and unit control over complex macro-management.

Fight for control of a frontier world. Gather resources, build your base, and command your forces in battle. Survive long enough to unleash your ultimate weapon - THE EPIC.

Why similar: RTS 64.7%, Strategy 27.5%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Action 0.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic base-building RTS with highly asymmetrical factions that require unique strategic approaches.

Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!

Why similar: RTS 53.8%, Strategy 30.3%, Multiplayer 9%, Action 6.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A large-scale classic RTS that emphasizes massive unit formations and historical tactical depth.

Relive the celebrated real-time strategy classic Praetorians, re-imagined in high definition. Praetorians is set amidst the political machinations of an emerging Roman Empire.

Why similar: Strategy 54.9%, RTS 39.5%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on tactical, formation-based combat, stripping away base-building for pure strategy.

Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.

Why similar: RTS 54.2%, Strategy 36.9%, Fantasy 4.3%, Multiplayer 4.2%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, fantasy-themed RTS with unique map mechanics that encourage aggressive expansion.

Restoring the power of a kingdom to its former glory using innate cunning, military might and a fearsome will to win.

Why similar: RTS 50.2%, Strategy 49.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RTS that focuses on tactical formations and deep unit development trees.

Go back to the awesome glory days of Real-Time Strategy games. Crush Your Enemies has everything you love of the genre: Planning, choosing different types of units, managing resources, taking enemy territory and outwitting your opponent with the ingenious formations of your men.

Why similar: RTS 49.4%, Strategy 30.9%, Action 11.8%, Fast-Paced 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, bite-sized RTS that strips away the fluff to focus on pure tactical combat.

Age of Darkness: Final Stand is a dark fantasy survival RTS where you must illuminate, build and defend humanity’s last bastion against hordes of Nightmares. Set in the remnants of a kingdom consumed by a deadly fog, you decide. Will you hide in the light? Or take back your world.

Why similar: RTS 59.9%, Strategy 24.4%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Fantasy 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused RTS that combines base-building with intense defensive combat against massive hordes.

Tzar: The Burden of the Crown is an RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2000

Why similar: RTS 36.7%, Strategy 33.4%, Classic 29.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy RTS with a similar aesthetic and a focus on unit progression and base development.

Stormgate is a free-to-play real-time strategy game with a full single-player campaign, 3-player co-op, and PvP versus modes on over 60 maps. Our Editor is also freely available for you to craft just about any custom game mode you can imagine. Join our development journey today!

Why similar: RTS 55.7%, Strategy 22.5%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Fantasy 5.4%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern RTS built by genre veterans that emphasizes fast-paced, classic gameplay and responsive controls.

Command distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources in Tempest Rising - a classic RTS set on Earth after a nuclear war.

Why similar: RTS 68.7%, Strategy 26.6%, Multiplayer 3.2%, Action 1.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Age of Empires, the pivotal real-time strategy game that launched a 20-year legacy returns with modernized gameplay, all-new 4K visuals, 8-person multiplayer battles and a host of other new features. Welcome back to history.

Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Strategy 27.1%, Classic 22.2% ★, Multiplayer 6.1%, Action 1%

Command & Conquer Generals puts your trigger finger on the pulse of modern warfare. Prepare your forces General... it's time to engage in the next generation of real-time strategy.

Why similar: RTS 41.2%, Strategy 32.9%, Action 9.2%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Classic 6.9% ★

A singleplayer fast-paced classic RTS game in which you take on the role of a fallen lord on his journey back to become one of the mightiest in the medieval realm of Valtoria.

Why similar: RTS 51.6%, Strategy 25.9%, Fast-Paced 15.7%, Fantasy 6%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A medieval RTS that emphasizes tactical combat and base-building in a competitive, fast-paced environment.

8-Bit Armies is a retro Real-Time Strategy game. With a colorful, blocky voxel art style, 8-Bit Armies is Petroglyph's most fast-paced, friendly, and accessible RTS game to date. Featuring a campaign of 25 single-player missions, 12 co-op missions, multiplayer and skirmish modes.

Why similar: RTS 54.1%, Strategy 37.2%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Action 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.1%

Why You'll Like It: A simple, fast-paced RTS that captures the nostalgic, classic feel of 90s strategy games.

Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour brings you closer to the enemy than ever before. Engage opposing forces at hot spots around the globe as you match strategies and arsenals against the new masterminds of modern war.

Why similar: RTS 53.5%, Strategy 19.2%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Classic 9.8% ★, Action 6.1%

Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.

Why similar: RTS 61%, Strategy 39%

Army Men RTS brings you back to the days of staging battles with tiny plastic soldiers in your backyard...except these green soldiers carry out your every command!

Why similar: RTS 47.3%, Strategy 21.1%, Classic 19.4% ★, Multiplayer 6.6%, Action 5.5%

Lead powerful civilizations across the globe, master strategies and tactics, and relive history in co op battles—now remastered in stunning 4K and modernized gameplay.

Why similar: RTS 57.2%, Strategy 33.6%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%

From the team that brought you 8-Bit Armies comes a new fantasy RTS as fast-paced and friendly as the original! 8-BIT HORDES is a colorful strategy-arcade game that is easy to learn for players of all skill levels. Collect resources, build up and defend your base, amass your army of orcs or humans and ultimately crush your opponents!

Why similar: RTS 54.9%, Strategy 37.6%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Fantasy 2.2%

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.

Why similar: Strategy 67.4%, Multiplayer 30.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%

One of the greatest sci-fi strategy games of all time returns with remastered visuals, online multiplayer and near unlimited mod content from Steam Workshop. Experience thrilling first person action and acclaimed RTS in this explosive alternate vision of the 1960s space race.

Why similar: RTS 35.1%, Classic 32% ★, Strategy 20.7%, Action 7.3%, Multiplayer 4.6%

Catapult werewolves over castle walls, incinerate troops with dragon fire and command the Knights of the Round Table! This remaster of the mythical ‘castle sim’ features Steam multiplayer, Workshop support, new maps, achievements and DLC campaigns.

Why similar: RTS 66.3%, Strategy 27.1%, Fantasy 6.6%

Stronghold Crusader 2 is the long awaited sequel to the original castle sim. After 12 years Stronghold returns to the desert with a new 3D engine and powerful Havok Physics. Crusader 2 recaptures the original game’s addictive, fast-paced gameplay and authentic castle simulation.

Why similar: RTS 39.5%, Strategy 35.6%, Classic 15.9% ★, Multiplayer 7.1%, Action 1.7%

One of the most innovative Real-Time Strategy Games comes back totally renewed and improved to the smallest detail, with epic large scale battles, new civilizations, unit customization system never seen before in a game, 8K support, and much more.

Why similar: RTS 70%, Strategy 30%

The Scouring is an RTS with fast pace, high attention to detail and next generation experience. Lead humans or orcs in a Classic Mode or use one of powerful Heroes to fight for victory! Play alone or with friends. Use our modding tools to create maps and custom game modes! Join The Scouring!

Why similar: RTS 53.7%, Strategy 21%, Multiplayer 10%, Action 8%, Fantasy 6.6%

An RTS classic updated in 2026 for modern systems. Welcome to Hell, soldier, and mind the radioactive dust. Join one of two groups battling tooth, claw, tentacle, and any other appendage for survival in this post-nuclear real-time strategy game.

Why similar: Strategy 42.9%, RTS 38.7%, Classic 18.4% ★

In Mushroom Wars 2, enemy tribes of feisty mushroom creatures face off in short but fierce RTS battles. Step into the shoes of a fearless Mushroom Commander, choose a hero to lead your army, and take control of the battlefield in a variety of multiplayer modes or challenging story campaign.

Why similar: RTS 44.6%, Strategy 27.7%, Classic 12.5% ★, Multiplayer 8.6%, Action 6.6%

Sacrifice is the acclaimed real-time strategy game that focuses on combat instead of resource gathering. The only two resources you'll need to worry about are mana and souls. Need more units? Capture the souls of your enemy. Cast spells of awesome power.

Why similar: RTS 38%, Classic 34.8% ★, Strategy 18.8%, Fantasy 4.2%, Multiplayer 2.4%

Warrior Kings: Battles maintains the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leading RTS. It is a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.

Why similar: RTS 57.7%, Strategy 42.3%

Conquer the world and build your empire! Lead one civilization to glory through sophisticated trade, diplomacy, espionage and conquest.

Why similar: RTS 51%, Strategy 49%

The great Lords of England have their eyes on the the English throne! Muster an army and overrun your enemies' castles in this classic, nail-biting strategy game that blends turn-based and real-time gameplay.

Why similar: Strategy 58.1%, Classic 36.7% ★, Multiplayer 5.3%

Age of Empires II has been re-imagined in high definition. With the release of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, this product will not be updated further.

Why similar: RTS 44.7%, Classic 25.8% ★, Strategy 23%, Multiplayer 5.6%, Action 0.7%

Loria is a homage to classics from golden era of strategy games, with modern spin on controls and user experience.

Why similar: RTS 45.8%, Strategy 34.2%, Classic 20% ★

Golden-age RTS classic. Fast-paced action & strategic decision-making, battling evil arch-enemies, zombies, and retro-futuristic technologies. All to a '90s electro-metal soundtrack and FMV live-action cut scenes.

Why similar: RTS 62.7%, Strategy 27.3%, Action 9.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%

All of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War in one glorious package. Play the genre-defining classic real time strategy game in all its blood-soaked glory, including four complete campaigns and nine full-fledged factions.

Why similar: RTS 54%, Strategy 26.3%, Classic 11.6% ★, Multiplayer 5.2%, Action 1.8%

Armor Clash II is an old-school RTS game, with classic features like base building, modern armors and navies etc. 2 factions and sub-factions for each one, from high tech stealth destroyers to hardcore battleships. In Skirmishes players build base from the start, while in the Random Generated Mission, fast paced combats start immediately.

Why similar: RTS 48.8%, Strategy 37%, Action 14.2%

A return to the roots of real-time strategy, providing beautiful 2D visuals combined with all the features that we came to expect from old school classics. This remastered version is a culmination of all the improvements and new features based upon suggestions from the community.

Why similar: RTS 60.7%, Strategy 26.3%, Action 8.4%, Multiplayer 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.2%

The legendary RTS game which started it all. Will you side with the humanistic GDI or bring the world to its knees with Kane and the Brotherhood of Nod. Your adversaries are without mercy. And so are you.

Why similar: RTS 46.7%, Strategy 28.9%, Action 12.1%, Classic 11.6% ★, Singleplayer 0.6%

Customize your unique faction in a new take on real-time strategy as you fight in a variety of skirmish, solo, and multiplayer battles. You are not only a commander, but also an engineer – so you have ultimate control over your faction’s units, factories, superweapons and economy.

Why similar: RTS 67.3%, Strategy 27.4%, Multiplayer 5.1%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Gather resources, build your base, and lead your people to victory in this captivating reimagining of classic RTS, set in the Bronze Age. Secure fertile land, fend off raids, and stockpile food to generate knowledge and unlock powerful village advancements.

Why similar: RTS 60.7%, Strategy 26.6%, Multiplayer 12.7%