- #1 Gemini Wars
97% matchMostly Negative32% of 165 reviews2012
Dev: Camel 101
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take control of a fleet commander returned from exile, rise through the ranks of the United Space Federation forces and join an epic war across the stars.
Why similar: Wargame 17.6%, 4X 17.4% ★, Grand Strategy 12.6% ★, Space Sim 11.6%, RTS 10.2%
- #2 Stellar Sovereigns
96% matchMixed65% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: Imagined Reality
Windows
Indie 4X space strategy game with TB empire management and RTS combat set in a 3D star cluster. Build an interstellar empire by colonizing and conquering star systems, develop your colonies establish trade routes and construct fleets from a range of retrofittable capital & escort class vessels.
Why similar: 4X 19.7% ★, Space Sim 15.2%, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Wargame 10.5%, RTS 10.4%
- #3 War For Galaxy: New Era
96% matchMixed44% of 39 reviews2023
Dev: UAB Kinelija
Windows · Mac
Become the ruler of the entire Galaxy: colonize planets, extract resources, build defenses and fight in planetary battles!
Why similar: 4X 20.5% ★, Wargame 18.9%, RTS 13.4%, Space Sim 12.1%, Space 11.6%
- #4 Solar Wave
95% 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 21.5% ★, Wargame 19.1%, Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, Space 13.9%, RTS 13.3%
- #5 Descending Empires
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Parcyval
Windows
A multiplayer space RTS blending in depth mechanics with fast paced skirmish matches. control and manage an empire together with your team in large-scale physic-based online battles, and expand your army mit modded factions
Why similar: 4X 17.2% ★, Wargame 16.5%, Space Sim 13.8%, Grand Strategy 13.7% ★, RTS 12.6%
- #6 New Stars
94% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: adamjr
Windows · Linux
Expand your own galactic empire across new stars, research technologies, and challenge great alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, and starbases to gather more resources. Explore a unique galaxy full of secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities.
Why similar: 4X 20.1% ★, Wargame 15.3%, Grand Strategy 14.8% ★, Space Sim 12.6%, Space 11.6%
- #7 Final Vanguard
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Pepper Inc.
Windows
Rule a living interstellar empire in this real-time 4X grand strategy. Make decisions that shape civilian lives, manage fragile supply lines, lead military conquests, and decide whether your civilization thrives or collapses under its own expansion.
Why similar: 4X 19.4% ★, Wargame 16.6%, Grand Strategy 14% ★, Space Sim 13.8%, RTS 12.1%
- #8 Starithm
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Game Orithm
Windows
Become the dominant star-fairing-civilization throughout the procedurally generated star systems. The player must establish/pursue: (1) Ideology; (2) Population; (3) Military assets; (4) 4x dominance (5) Technologies; (6) Artificial Evolution; (7) Cyber attacks; (8) Peace or war.
Why similar: 4X 24% ★, Wargame 21.8%, Grand Strategy 17.3% ★, RTS 14.7%, Strategy 7%
- #9 Clash of Stars
91% matchMixed52% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Star Magic
Windows
MMO Real-time strategy star game.
Why similar: Wargame 23.4%, 4X 21.3% ★, RTS 14.2%, Space Sim 10.3%, Space 9.3%
- #10 Three Kingdoms: Innovatory
91% matchMixed59% of 975 reviews2024
Dev: 瞬息万变工作室Pub: Moment HK
Windows
This is a classic historical simulation + real-time strategy game, where you will go back to the era of the Three Kingdoms and play as various renowned sovereigns.
Why similar: Wargame 25.1%, 4X 21.1% ★, RTS 15.3%, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Real Time Tactics 6.8%
- #11 Tachyon Wars
90% 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 26.5% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Space 16.5%, Strategy 10.9%, Wargame 10.6%
- #12 Star Conqueror 舰队指挥官
89% 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: Wargame 24.8%, 4X 16.6% ★, Space Sim 15.1%, Space 13.9%, RTS 8.8%
- #13 NULLSPACE
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kaigan Games
Windows
Experience epic space battles in NULLSPACE, a story driven real-time strategy set in a retrofuturistic universe. Command massive fleets across the battlefield or jump in and take direct control of individual squadrons. Lead your forces to victory in visceral space combat.
Why similar: Wargame 19.5%, 4X 14.5% ★, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, RTS 12.8%, Space Sim 11.8%
- #14 Deep Dark Forest
88% matchPositive86% of 49 reviews2025
Dev: pixiangames
Windows
You will have to lead the civilization, develop the economy, enhance the technology, stabilize the people and colonize new galaxies; when encountering unknown civilizations, will you hide yourself or communicate with them in a friendly way? In this "dark forest", every decision will be crucial.
Why similar: Wargame 20.8%, Space Sim 16.2%, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, RTS 14.5%, Space 9.4%
- #15 StarWay
87% 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: Wargame 31.7%, 4X 25.1% ★, RTS 18.1%, Space 7.5%, Strategy 7.1%
- #16 Commanders Fury
86% 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 23.7% ★, RTS 16.8%, Space 15.2%, Grand Strategy 12.5% ★, Strategy 8.1%
- #17 Dust Fleet
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 220 reviews2023
Dev: Orbiting DiscoPub: indie.io
Windows
Assume command of a battle fleet and deploy immediately to the Dust Zone, commander. Our main food supply station has gone dark and the United Earth Nations (UEN) needs to know why in this 4X RTS space sim. Manage your ships, control space stations, and watch your back.
Why similar: 4X 22.9% ★, Space Sim 16%, Space 14.4%, Wargame 10.9%, Real Time Tactics 7%
- #18 Near Sol
85% 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 25.9% ★, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, RTS 16.3%, Space 12.9%, Strategy 6.8%
- #19 Space Commander
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gambit Games StudioPub: TBA
Windows
The endless expanse of space has never been such a dangerous place. Take command as a Space Fleet Admiral who will face the challenge of galactic war and determine the fate of the universe.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.9%, Wargame 22%, RTS 17%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 8.6%
- #20 Galactic Conflict
83% 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 26.4% ★, Space Sim 18%, RTS 16.7%, Strategy 10.9%, Space 8.2%
- #21 Small Kingdoms Prologue
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Bad Logic Studios
Windows
Rule a small fantasy kingdom and conquer your rival as you build up your cities and armies on the world map and command your troops on the battlefield. Small Kingdoms is a streamlined grand strategy and real-time strategy game, the Small Kingdoms Prologue is a free introductory campaign
Why similar: 4X 22.4% ★, Wargame 21.3%, Grand Strategy 17.6% ★, RTS 15.6%, Strategy 6.4%
- #22 Red Pearl Pirates
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Eoin Tolster
Windows · Linux
Command vast fleets in epic space battles, master a turn-based galactic campaign, and unite a pirate rebellion to find the legendary Red Pearl and stand against the tyrannical Z-Army. They can't take the stars from us!
Why similar: 4X 20.4% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Wargame 18%, Space 10.6%, Real Time Tactics 6.8%
- #23 Small Kingdoms
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bad Logic Studios
Windows
Small Kingdoms is a streamlined grand strategy and RTS game with procedurally generated campaigns. Build up your cities and armies on the world map and command your troops on the battlefield. Rule a medieval fantasy kingdom and conquer your rivals.
Why similar: 4X 21.7% ★, Wargame 21.1%, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, RTS 14.9%, War 5.8%
- #24 Rivers of Chaos
82% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Bugarug GamesPub: Burgarug Games
Windows
Conquer the galaxy in this cinematic, battle-simulator. Each playthrough offering a completely unique galaxy, over 100 total specialized ships to command, and distinct commanders to lead your people. Pick your favorite faction and lead your forces into a dynamically generated battlefield.
Why similar: 4X 23.4% ★, Wargame 21.9%, Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, Space 17.1%, Strategy 6.4%
- #25 Creeper World 4
81% matchVery Positive95% of 4,652 reviews2020
Dev: Knuckle Cracker
Windows
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 29.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The unstoppable fluid enemy has returned and destroyed every world in its path! Defend against Creeper as it floods across the 3D terrain in this real time strategy game where the enemy is a fluid.
Why similar: Wargame 23.8%, RTS 14.6%, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Space 12.7%, Real Time Tactics 6.7%
- #26 Sovereign Stars
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: KYDEN
Windows
Build your galactic empire, conquer planets and emerge as the last player standing in this real-time strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 24.9% ★, Wargame 23.7%, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Space 8.1%, Strategy 7%
- #27 Star Ruler
80% 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 33.4% ★, Space 21.3%, RTS 15.4%, Strategy 14.2%, Grand Strategy 11.9% ★
- #28 Structura
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Binary Station Studio
Windows · Linux
Structura is a rather unique sci-fi real-time strategy set in space. Its a hybrid of rts and fps, with emphasis on combat and survival. Build your economy for war, modify the unit by adding components, explore, expand, and survive the savage waves of enemy attacks.
Why similar: 4X 23.8% ★, Space Sim 18.1%, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, RTS 16.4%, Space 6.9%
- #29 Supreme Power
78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Samuel Parker
Windows
Fight and stand your ground as you build a nation, research and develop armies and cities alike to earn the title of the Supreme Power. Make lasting choices on how you will forge a new empire. Will you create an economic powerhouse to eclipse all or take what is yours with sword and grit.
Why similar: Wargame 28.7%, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, RTS 13.9%, Real Time Tactics 7.5%, War 7.1%
- #30 Shadow Empire
78% matchVery Positive84% of 1,875 reviews2020
Dev: VR DesignsPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 70.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Shadow Empire is a deep turn-based 4X wargame with a unique blend of military focus, procedurally generated content and role-playing features. Players take the seat of the supreme ruler of a small nation, with the goal of reconquering a devastated planet.
Why similar: Wargame 20.1%, 4X 19.2% ★, Grand Strategy 13.7% ★, Hex Grid 11.8% ★, Space 10.6%
- #31 StarFringe: Adversus
77% 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 19.4% ★, RTS 18.4%, Wargame 17.4%, Space 15.1%, Grand Strategy 12.1% ★
- #32 TerraMartis4x
77% 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 27.4% ★, Wargame 25.2%, RTS 18.2%, Space 10.3%, Strategy 7.9%
- #33 Deep Field
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: spicyPub: Deep Field Development
Windows · Mac
Build spacecraft with a realistic part-based editor and fight multiplayer orbital wars using Keplerian, Newtonian, and patched-conics flight. Engage with lasers, railguns, missiles, and EW in fast, decisive battles shaped by strategy and logistics.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.4%, Wargame 21.2%, Space 14.9%, Simulation 8%, Strategy 7.9%
- #34 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
73% matchVery Positive84% of 219 reviews2026
Dev: 古玩工作室
Windows
"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!
Why similar: Wargame 21.4%, 4X 19.1% ★, Grand Strategy 18.5% ★, RTS 16.2%, Strategy 6.5%
- #35 Missile Wars
75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Rogue NPCs LLP
Windows
Destroy or be destroyed. Missile Wars is a high-pressure arms race where players must defend their asteroid from enemy missile strikes while investing in crucial tech upgrades to gain the upper hand.
Why similar: Wargame 27.2%, Space Sim 23.3%, Strategy 11.5%, Space 10.3%, Real Time Tactics 8.2%
- #36 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
76% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Aserisoft
Windows · Mac
Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms is a turn-based 4X grand strategy game, played on a procedurally generated world. Battles are real-time and tactical. Every world-map and battlefield is entirely unique, so this game will always have something to throw at you.
Why similar: 4X 29.3% ★, Wargame 20.8%, Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Strategy 11.3%, Simulation 5.8%
- #37 Galactic Ruler
75% matchMixed49% of 121 reviews2022
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Galactic Ruler offers real time strategy game play at both planetary level and in space! Lead your faction in diplomacy or conquest across a procedurally generated galactic map where any system might hold hostile enemies or resource riches. Develop advanced technologies to rule the galaxy!
Why similar: 4X 19.5% ★, Space Sim 14.9%, Grand Strategy 14% ★, Space 12.4%, Wargame 11%
- #38 Periphery Online
73% matchMixed70% of 47 reviews2026
Dev: Aleksandr Nagaev
Windows
A refugee capsule lands on an uninhabited planet. You have to survive, rebuild civilization and, if possible, regain control over the Earth. One big universe, one endless pvp session for all players.
Why similar: RTS 20%, 4X 17.5% ★, Space 16.9%, Wargame 16.2%, Grand Strategy 14.7% ★
- #39 Star Zeal 4x
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Akuu Digital Entertainment
Windows
Star Zeal is a space based 4x strategy and rpg hybrid. A mixture between a procedural, open ended RPG and a space civilization builder. Go on an adventure with your character and their faction whilst making friends, enemies and exploring a vast galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 22.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Space Sim 15.5%, RTS 14.1%, Space 7.7%
- #40 Sidereal Dominion: Avalon
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Spatha Games
Windows
Rebuild the remnants of humanity and conquer the Milky Way in this grand strategy game. Colonize systems and corner markets, or lead your fleets to victory in real-time battles. Reclaim Earth, or terraform new worlds.
Why similar: Wargame 32.9%, Grand Strategy 24.4% ★, Space 16.5%, Strategy 8.9%, War 7.9%
- #41 Distant Worlds: Universe
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,848 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 37.3% ★, Space 20.5%, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Strategy 9.9%, RTS 7.8%
- #42 Ultimate General: American Revolution
71% matchMixed54% of 1,072 reviews2024
Dev: Game-Labs
Windows
American Revolution is a sandbox strategy game featuring the epic historical period during the rebellion of the American colonies against the British Empire.
Why similar: 4X 22.6% ★, Wargame 22.5%, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, RTS 15%, Strategy 6.1%
- #43 World Order
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TGR Studios
Windows
World order is revolutionary sci-fi real-time strategy, the main feature of which are modular units
Why similar: Wargame 30.7%, RTS 20.1%, Space 11.4%, Strategy 8.7%, Real Time Tactics 7.8%
- #44 Creeper World IXE
70% matchMixed70% of 861 reviews2024
Dev: Knuckle Cracker
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The unstoppable alien force known as The Creeper has returned, devouring thousands of worlds in its path, and yours is next. Battle against the Creeper fluid in a groundbreaking pixel-level simulation to prove that humanity will rule the galaxy forever!
Why similar: Wargame 25.8%, RTS 17.3%, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, Space 13.8%, Real Time Tactics 7.1%
- #45 Beyond
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Quixotic Universe
Windows
Beyond is a sci-fi turn-based strategy game set in a generated solar system that orbits a distant star every round. Play as one of five alien species as you race to collect resources, build your military, develop new tech, expand the area you control, and drive opposing factions from the system.
Why similar: 4X 23.2% ★, Wargame 18.9%, Grand Strategy 14.6% ★, Hex Grid 14.1% ★, Space 12.8%
- #46 Solar War
72% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2015
Dev: Snipefish Entertainment
Windows · Linux
A turn-based grand strategy game in space, set in the near future: Defend Earth against an alien invasion from the edge of the Solar System and expand your campaign to push them back to their base.
Why similar: Wargame 20.9%, 4X 20.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17.6% ★, Space Sim 14.8%, Space 13.6%
- #47 History of Kingdoms: Three Kingdoms
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: Uncle GoodBen
Windows
Set in the Three Kingdoms period of late Eastern Han China, the game History of Kingdoms: Three Kingdoms aims for players to choose from various competing warlords, unify the divided world, survive, and become the ultimate victor.
Why similar: Wargame 30.7%, Grand Strategy 25.5% ★, RTS 21.3%, Strategy 14.2%, Resource Management 4.4%
- #48 Within the Range
71% matchMixed56% of 241 reviews2021
Dev: Aries
Windows
This game is no longer updated, do not buy!! RTS with physical details. Formulate strategies based on terrain and unit characteristics
Why similar: Wargame 43.2%, RTS 26.3%, Strategy 13%, War 7.4%, Sci-fi 5.3%
- #49 WarOS
69% matchPositive86% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: The7 Studio
Windows
Step into the world of galactic combat in "WarOS", a Chinese sci-fi game! It creates its own structure, integrating the core gameplay of RTS with the details, plot and growth system of RPG, simplifying complex micro-manipulation, and making the game experience both fun and exhilarating.
Why similar: Wargame 25%, RTS 16.8%, Space 13.1%, Space Sim 12.7%, Real Time Tactics 7.1%
- #50 Distant Worlds 2
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,504 reviews2022
Dev: CodeForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 33.5% ★, Grand Strategy 21.9% ★, Space 16.6%, Strategy 11.8%, Simulation 8.1%
- #51 Idle Starfleet
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Zampia inc
Windows
Create your own carrier fleet, explore the universe, and destroy enemy ships with style!
Why similar: Wargame 22.7%, Space Sim 19.1%, RTS 17.5%, Strategy 11.4%, Space 10.1%
- #52 文明征程
68% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: 广州小鑫互娱科技有限公司
Windows
《文明征程》是一款以历史文明为背景的策略游戏,让玩家扮演一位伟大的文明开拓者,带领自己的国家蓬勃发展。在游戏中,你将面临各种挑战和决策,需要智慧和策略来发展经济、建设城市、训练军队,同时也要与其他玩家进行外交交流和战争对抗。
Why similar: Wargame 28.7%, 4X 24.6% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, RTS 12.7%, War 6.4%
- #53 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,649 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.2 hrsMean: 68.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner
Why similar: Wargame 30.8%, Grand Strategy 19.2% ★, RTS 16.9%, Real Time Tactics 7.7%, Strategy 6%
- #54 Star Ruler 2
70% 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 36.7% ★, Space 23.5%, RTS 21.2%, Strategy 12.4%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #55 Dreaded Conquest
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ExpectedTime
Windows
Dreaded Conquest is a real-time strategy game of grand-scale control, where you lead sinister forces to spread your influence across a procedurally-generated world. Use your units and skills to conquer cities and crush mortal forces.
Why similar: Wargame 30%, RTS 24.6%, Grand Strategy 13.6% ★, Strategy 11.6%, Real Time Tactics 8.9%
- #56 Space Imperia 4X
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Breich Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A faithful digital adaptation of the acclaimed board game Space Empires 4X by GMT Games, beloved by wargamers for almost two decades. Command the rise of your civilization and the fall of others, all in one to two hours.
Why similar: 4X 27.6% ★, Wargame 25.4%, Space 19.4%, Hex Grid 7.1% ★, Strategy 6.9%
- #57 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
67% matchMixed59% of 964 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.
Why similar: 4X 23.1% ★, Wargame 22.1%, Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, RTS 14.3%, Strategy 6.7%
- #58 山海:传承
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 薮羽制作组
Windows
在这款幻想题材的4X类型游戏中,您将扮演真龙天子,上承天命,下安黎民。打造一个四方来朝的盛世王朝。您将在此过程中体验朝代的更迭与传承,体验或真实或奇妙的事件,经受住时代的考验。每一次风云变幻都将让您感受到独特的民族魅力与文化。谨记,帝国只有一位真龙。
Why similar: 4X 28.2% ★, Wargame 20.4%, RTS 18.3%, Strategy 7.6%, War 6.6%
- #59 Beyond Astra
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nebule Games
Windows
Lead your civilization in a galaxy brimming with life and intrigue. Seamlessly explore and expand across uncharted worlds, from their surfaces to the stars. Forge your destiny in this sci-fi 4X offering a unique blend of grand strategy, planetary city-building, and RTS combat.
Why similar: 4X 22.1% ★, Wargame 20.6%, Grand Strategy 15.6% ★, RTS 11.8%, Space 9.8%
- #60 Ancient Warfare: The Han Dynasty
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,034 reviews2023
Dev: 不秋草游戏工作室(Bamboo Games)Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ancient Warfare: The Han Dynasty is a wargame demonstrating ancient warfare in China and combining elements of Big Strategy, RTS and RPG. You can learn little-known stories of heroes in ancient China by experiencing battles accommodating thousands of soldiers.
Why similar: Wargame 23.4%, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, 4X 14.9% ★, RTS 10.6%, War 8.3%