- #1 War of Tanks: Blitzkrieg
97% matchMixed58% of 174 reviews2019
Dev: HQGames
Windows
Real-time tank RPG game. It recreates the classic tanks of World War II and restores the shocking war scenes with fantasy World War II plots. Command your futuristic tanks across history and rekindle your war spirit with the will of iron and blood.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #2 World War 2: Strategy Simulator
96% matchMostly Negative37% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: joynowstudio
Windows
★Tactics & Collocations 30+ Historical Campaigns: Normandy Landing, Operation Market Garden 2 Warfare Conflict Camps: Allies faction and ally Axis 30+ large battlefield maps are provide in this strategy games Omni-directional combat space: naval battle, air combat, land battle.
Why similar: Tanks 20.4% ★, World War II 19.7% ★, Wargame 15%, Grand Strategy 13% ★, Military 12%
- #3 Iron Warriors: T-72 Tank Command
95% matchMixed64% of 295 reviews2006
Dev: Crazy HousePub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 63.3 hrs≥1hr: 26%
The most devastating mechanized armor to ever roll onto a battlefield is brought to life in Iron Warriors: T72-Tank Command. This epic combat simulator allows the player to command an entire platoon of tanks and ALL associated support units, or assume the role of ANY member in a complete tank crew!
Why similar: Tanks 36% ★, Military 19.9%, Wargame 15.5%, Strategy 6.8%, Simulation 6.5%
- #4 Battle Tanks: World War II
94% matchMixed66% of 1,588 reviews2019
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Are you ready to fight? Download this incredibly addictive tank game right now! Choose a tank and fight with your friends in dynamic real-time battles.Meet the legendary tank shooter Battle Tanks! Show the whole world who's in charge here!
Why similar: Tanks 29.7% ★, World War II 24.8% ★, Military 14.8%, Wargame 13.4%, War 7.6%
- #5 World War Armies
94% matchMixed62% of 965 reviews2024
Dev: Hypemasters, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%
World War Armies is the ultimate PvP real-time strategy game. Command advanced war machines and compete for free against other players worldwide. Revolutionary mechanics reduce downtime and focus on direct engagement with the enemy, you get to the fun parts of RTS faster.
Why similar: Tanks 23.1% ★, RTS 16.7%, Military 14.4%, World War II 11.7% ★, Wargame 9.8%
- #6 Armored Brigade II
92% matchVery Positive90% of 220 reviews2025
Dev: Veitikka StudiosPub: Matrix Games
Windows
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: Tanks 18.4% ★, Wargame 17.7%, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, RTS 14.7%, Military 7.9%
- #7 WWII Tanks: Battlefield
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 71 reviews2021
Dev: SP GAMES
Windows
Immerse yourself in a world of armored tank battles. Choose from a wide range of famous tanks of the major combatants. Pick the best tank and blast your way across the battlefield. Defeat your enemies with force and strategic decisions! And lead your team on a glorious road to victory!
Why similar: Tanks 33.6% ★, World War II 32% ★, Military 14%, Simulation 12.3%, War 8.1%
- #8 Tank Arena:Total Operation
91% matchVery Positive89% of 1,017 reviews2024
Dev: BEIJING WANYU HUDONG TECHNOLOGY CO.LTD.Pub: HK Yimei Entertainment Technology Co., Limited
Windows
Tank Arena:Total Operation is a free MMO war game where you play as a commander, drive thousands of types of tanks, armored vehicles or helicopters on a massive battlefield engaging in 12v12 team-based battles against players globally. Enjoy the fun!
Why similar: Tanks 32.1% ★, World War II 20.5% ★, Military 13.8%, RTS 9%, War 5.8%
- #9 Supremacy: Call of War 1942
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 6,188 reviews2017
Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 35.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!
Why similar: World War II 25.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Military 13.2%, Wargame 9.9%, RTS 8.1%
- #10 PANZERKAMPF®
90% matchMixed41% of 361 reviews2025
Dev: Krieg Games Ltd.
Windows
World war of tanks rages on. Join the battle in one of our real-world tanks! Upgrade your vehicles and destroy the enemy! Play with friends and dominate the war! Play for free, in intuitive and easy to grasp UI, with state-of-the-art graphics, particle effects and authentic sound!
Why similar: Tanks 30.4% ★, World War II 22.5% ★, Military 13.8%, Tactical 9%, Vehicular Combat 6.9% ★
- #11 World of Tanks
89% matchVery Positive81% of 97,557 reviews2021
Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 58.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%
World of Tanks is a tactical action game with very different gameplay depending on the vehicle type and role. Aside from regular PvP, there are competitive and clan-based modes, special PvE and PvPvE events, and much more. Whether you play to dominate or just enjoy the ride, you'll fit right in.
Why similar: Tanks 41.5% ★, World War II 15.4% ★, Military 14%, Tactical 7.6%, Vehicular Combat 6.3% ★
- #12 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
87% matchMixed69% of 47,196 reviews2020
Dev: 1939 Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 46.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 31.6% ★, Tanks 20.3% ★, Wargame 19.2%, Military 11%, War 5.3%
- #13 Instant War
88% matchMixed67% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Playwing LTD
Windows
Embark on a military strategy 4X RTS game, in a world where your battle tactics and your massive army are the keys to victory. Instant War delivers an amazing battlefield experience in a realistic military game. As a commander, you develop your military base and lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.4% ★, Tanks 22% ★, Wargame 21.2%, Military 14.4%, Strategy 7.2%
- #14 Sherman Commander
86% matchMixed69% of 116 reviews2026
Dev: Iron Wolf Studio S.A.Pub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Command a platoon of Sherman tanks over the most famous theaters of WWII. Take the commander’s seat and give specific orders to your crew, or open the tactical map to coordinate your actions with accompanying units.
Why similar: Tanks 18.9% ★, World War II 18.8% ★, Wargame 12.7%, Military 11.7%, RTS 10.5%
- #15 Iron Order 1919
86% matchMixed69% of 432 reviews2022
Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
Windows · Mac
An unique long-term strategy game with week-long matches with up to 101 players, set in the alternate reality of 1919.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, Wargame 16.3%, RTS 15.5%, Military 11.7%, Strategy RPG 11.7%
- #16 Call to Arms: Panzer Elite
84% matchMixed70% of 1,425 reviews2025
Dev: DigitalmindsoftPub: Digitalmindsoft Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 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: Tanks 29.5% ★, World War II 25.8% ★, Wargame 17.2%, Military 11.1%, War 5.2%
- #17 Close Combat: Cross of Iron
85% matchVery Positive81% of 162 reviews2020
Dev: Strategy 3 TacticsPub: Matrix Games
Windows
In Close Combat: Cross of Iron you start off as a junior officer leading your men into battle in real-time, focusing on the Eastern Front of World War II. Earn promotions as you deal with an unforgiving enemy. Fight and survive through the frozen winter, hot dusty summer and muddy autumn.
Why similar: World War II 23.4% ★, Wargame 17.4%, RTS 16.5%, Military 12.4%, Strategy 9.4%
- #18 Grand Tanks: WW2 Tank Games
84% matchMixed63% of 83 reviews2023
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
The game combines the two best sides of gameplay: part from a serious tank simulator and part from exciting and fast arcade battles. Millions of players from all over the world are fighting on the best representatives of tank equipment of the Second World War.
Why similar: World War II 37.6% ★, Military 25.8%, Wargame 21.3%, Simulation 8.6%, PvP 6.8%
- #19 World of Tanks Blitz
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 151,993 reviews2016
Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 98.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blow off steam and tank turrets in a free-to-play online 7v7 tank shooter! Drive hundreds of tanks, from museum classics to "did-that-ever-exist?" specials, in quick 5 to 7-minute brawls packed with metal mayhem. Play solo or team up with a friend and enjoy smooth action even on modest hardware!
Why similar: Tanks 54.8% ★, World War II 17% ★, Military 10.7%, War 5.2%, Realistic 3.5%
- #20 Steel Division: Normandy 44
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 6,291 reviews2017
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 34.9% ★, RTS 18.7%, Military 13.8%, Wargame 7.7%, Strategy 6.8%
- #21 Hex of Steel
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 801 reviews2020
Dev: War Frogs Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 27.9% ★, Tanks 23% ★, Wargame 20%, Military 17.3%, Strategy 5.8%
- #22 Armored of Doom
80% matchMostly Positive74% of 303 reviews2024
Dev: Future Studio
Windows
"Armored of Doom" is a TPS game with "tank vehicle" + "MOBA" gameplay. You will use famous active and retired tanks to compete on the battlefield. The game combines the strategic depth of traditional tank battles with the excitement of MOBA games, bringing an unprecedented gaming experience.
Why similar: Wargame 27.3%, Tanks 26% ★, Military 14.3%, Strategy 9.6%, War 8.2%
- #23 Theatre of War
83% matchMixed61% of 364 reviews2010
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 41%
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 45.2% ★, Tanks 19.2% ★, RTS 16%, Strategy 14.2%, War 5.4%
- #24 Armor Clash
81% matchMixed69% of 85 reviews2015
Dev: Windforce
Windows · Mac · Linux
Armor Clash is an RTS game of modern warfare, containing classic features like base building, unit training etc. Players can pick modern armors such as M1A2, T-14 to form identical legions. With realistic effects and fast paced battle, players will enjoy commanding their armored forces to break down the enemy.
Why similar: RTS 47.9%, Strategy 19.5%, War 17%, Simulation 15.6%
- #25 Total Tank Generals
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 320 reviews2023
Dev: Noobz From PolandPub: 505 Games
Windows
Every war has its Generals. Take command of an army during World War II and lead them to victory. Strategize your way through many scenarios and real historical military campaigns of past generals.
Why similar: World War II 33.8% ★, Wargame 15%, Military 12.1%, Strategy RPG 10.5%, Tactical 7.6%
- #26 Metal Force: Tank Games Online
79% matchMixed52% of 71 reviews2022
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lots of battle arenas in all corners of the world await you! You will have various combat military vehicles in your battle arsenal. Each machine represents a unique tactic, a unique warfare style.
Why similar: Military 37.6%, Wargame 16.8%, War 16.7%, Simulation 11%, PvP 7.3%
- #27 Armoured Commander II
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 581 reviews2021
Dev: Gregory Adam Scott
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 30.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In this roguelike wargame, take command of a tank and its crew in the Second World War, joining one of over 50 campaigns across Europe, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific. Fight against over 1300 historically-based unit types, where each day is a struggle for survival.
Why similar: Tanks 27.3% ★, World War II 23% ★, Wargame 12.1%, Military 11.7%, Tactical 5.2%
- #28 STUG
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 118 reviews2023
Dev: Bombsight Games
Windows
STUG is a free multiplayer physics based tank combat game where every shot counts. Angle your armor to bounce incoming fire, and ricochet shots off walls to hit enemies in their weak points.
Why similar: Tanks 38.4% ★, World War II 24.1% ★, Tactical 11.3%, Vehicular Combat 9% ★, War 7.8%
- #29 Command Ops 2 Core Game
78% matchVery Positive83% of 413 reviews2017
Dev: Panther Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Command Ops 2 is a wargame engine that lets you assess, plan, order and react at the operational level just like a real Corps, Division and Brigade commander. What sets Command Ops 2 apart from the competition is the most advanced and realistic model of command decision-making.
Why similar: World War II 38.7% ★, Wargame 24.6%, Military 12.6%, Strategy 10.5%, Simulation 7.8%
- #30 Tank On Tank Digital - West Front
79% matchMixed57% of 54 reviews2017
Dev: Lock 'n Load Publishing
Windows · Mac
Tank on Tank Digital brings World War II tactical ground combat on Western Front 1944.
Why similar: World War II 29% ★, Tanks 23.9% ★, Tactical 11.4%, Strategy 9%, War 8.3%
- #31 Retro Commander
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 355 reviews2023
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Retro Commander is a post-apocalyptic real-time strategy wargame (RTS).
Why similar: Tanks 30.8% ★, Wargame 25.9%, RTS 23%, Strategy 8.3%, Vehicular Combat 7.8% ★
- #32 Heavyarms Assemble: WWII
76% matchMixed66% of 86 reviews2023
Dev: XR Studio
Windows
This is a strategy game with the theme of WWII. As a battlefield commander, maintaining your army's motivation and satisfaction, promoting your generals, managing your own economy, dealing with your friends' armies, and real time grand battle. What kind of commander will you become in the process?
Why similar: World War II 20.4% ★, Wargame 15.5%, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Military 12.9%, RTS 11.7%
- #33 Total Tank Simulator
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 8,576 reviews2020
Dev: Noobz from PolandPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Commander in the ranks. Soldier at heart. Choose a faction and deploy and command your army into massive physics-driven WWII battles to the last man standing. Destroy everything on sight with an insane amount of units that will behave tactically.
Why similar: World War II 34.5% ★, Tanks 33.2% ★, Strategy 10.6%, War 9.4%, Simulation 9.2%
- #34 War Planet Online: Global Conquest
76% matchMixed63% of 961 reviews2017
Dev: Gameloft
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Build your army, dominate your region and lead your alliance to conquer the globe!
Why similar: Tanks 23.2% ★, World War II 22.8% ★, Wargame 14.1%, RTS 11.6%, Tactical 10.5%
- #35 七雄纷争
75% matchMixed68% of 87 reviews2022
Dev: 海南慕远信息技术有限公司Pub: 成都上游数字娱乐有限公司
Windows
The classic strategy SLG mobile game "Clash of Seven Heroes" uses a brand-new war strategy and magnificent scenes to unfold the intricate historical scroll of the "Warring States" period for you.
Why similar: RTS 24.2%, Wargame 21.1%, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Strategy 14.1%, Simulation 11.5%
- #36 Steel Division 2
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,441 reviews2019
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 23.5% ★, RTS 14.9%, Military 13.7%, Grand Strategy 11.5% ★, Wargame 11.5%
- #37 Tank Operations: European Campaign
72% matchVery Positive83% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: Linked DimensionsPub: 2tainment GmbH
Windows
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 27.1% ★, Tanks 19.7% ★, Wargame 13.7%, Military 12.7%, Strategy 12.6%
- #38 Blitzkrieg 3
74% matchMixed54% of 7,303 reviews2017
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 24% ★, Tanks 20.3% ★, Military 13.5%, RTS 13.3%, Tactical 7.7%
- #39 Headquarters: World War II
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 654 reviews2024
Dev: Starni GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
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: Tanks 21.5% ★, World War II 18.9% ★, Wargame 14.9%, Military 11.7%, Strategy RPG 9.3%
- #40 Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty - Prologue 1939
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty is a history-driven turn-based strategy set in WW2. Lead the scarce Finnish forces through the Winter War, Continuation War, and Lapland War. Save your country’s very existence from the Red Menace. Niet Molotoff!
Why similar: Tanks 22.6% ★, World War II 19.6% ★, Wargame 15.4%, Military 12.9%, Strategy RPG 9.4%
- #41 Strategic Mind: Spectre of Communism
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 223 reviews2020
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Tanks 23.3% ★, World War II 19.1% ★, Wargame 17.1%, Military 13.9%, Strategy RPG 8.7%
- #42 Second Front
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 653 reviews2023
Dev: HexdrawPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Second Front is a tactical WWII turn-based strategy game. Craft & share your own scenarios and maps or use your strategic prowess in 48 scenarios set in iconic locations. Command over 40 types of infantry and 216 tanks, vehicles and guns. An infinite tactical sandbox experience.
Why similar: World War II 26.6% ★, Tanks 22.7% ★, Wargame 16.9%, Tactical 10.8%, War 6.7%
- #43 Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg
70% matchVery Positive85% of 505 reviews2020
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: Tanks 23.7% ★, World War II 20.9% ★, Wargame 16.3%, Military 13.8%, Strategy RPG 9.4%
- #44 Soldiers: Heroes of World War II - Enhanced Edition
70% matchVery Positive86% of 1,068 reviews2014
Dev: Best WayPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The first installment in the real-time tactics series that would become known as Men of War, now refreshed and enhanced! Take command of American, British, Soviet, or German forces and fight on the battlefields of World War II in 32 single-player missions or with others in PvP and co-op sessions.
Why similar: Tanks 22.9% ★, World War II 22.8% ★, RTS 13.5%, Wargame 12%, Military 9.6%
- #45 Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front
69% matchVery Positive89% of 1,099 reviews2016
Dev: Graviteam
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 27.4% ★, Tanks 18.9% ★, Wargame 15.2%, RTS 8.3%, Military 7.9%
- #46 Strategic Mind: Fight for Freedom
69% matchVery Positive88% of 156 reviews2021
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Strategic Mind: Fight for Freedom is a history-driven turn-based strategy set in WW2. Take command of the Allied forces and protect your homeland and the whole of Europe from totalitarian madness. Form armies. Win battles. Change history.
Why similar: Tanks 21.9% ★, World War II 19.1% ★, Wargame 15.1%, Military 12.8%, Strategy RPG 8.9%
- #47 Panzer Knights
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,948 reviews2021
Dev: 樂磚Joy BrickPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Lead a German panzer platoon through the chaos of World War II in this intense, anime-inspired tank simulation. Assemble an elite crew, deploy legendary tanks, and survive fierce engagements where cunning and skill will decide victory or defeat.
Why similar: Tanks 30.7% ★, World War II 26.2% ★, Wargame 15.1%, Military 8.9%, War 7.6%
- #48 坦克大战
69% matchMixed41% of 54 reviews2022
Dev: Shanghai Islands of Adventure Infotech Co.,Ltd
Windows
Epic 3D tank PVP battle! Modern vehicles with future war theme! Adrenaline packed 5v5 online combats! Build your own machine to assault in the best action shooter game!
Why similar: World War II 30.1% ★, Wargame 28.9%, Strategy 10.7%, Simulation 10.1%, Tactical 8.7%
- #49 Three Kingdoms: Battle of Generals
67% matchMixed66% of 89 reviews2023
Dev: Youkia International Limited
Windows
Three Kingdoms: Battle of Generals is a multi-player online real-time strategy game based on the Three Kingdoms history which recreates realistic landscapes in the world map. Look out for flank attacks and road blocks from your enemies when you explore the open world and build your city.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Wargame 17.4%, RTS 12.8%, Military 11.6%, Strategy RPG 10.7%
- #50 Firefight
68% matchVery Positive86% of 328 reviews2016
Dev: Sean O'Connor
Windows
Firefight is a World War II real-time simulation game similar in style to the old Close Combat series but brought up to date with better AI, individual soldier modelling, a faster frame rate to give more intense and realistic combat and an easy to use command interface.
Why similar: World War II 22.4% ★, Wargame 16.2%, RTS 12.2%, Grand Strategy 12.1% ★, Military 10%
- #51 Regiments
65% matchVery Positive87% of 2,812 reviews2022
Dev: Bird's Eye GamesPub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Regiments is a Real-Time Tactics game set in Germany 1989. The Cold War has gone hot, and the inferno is raging. Lead your Regiment through the fires of conflict and the fog of war. Break through the lines, call in artillery, maneuver, feign retreats, stage defenses, counter-attack. Do not relent.
Why similar: Wargame 21.3%, Tanks 18.9% ★, RTS 15.3%, Military 11.7%, Tactical 9%
- #52 Fog of War
70% matchMixed48% of 799 reviews2018
Dev: Monkeys Lab.Pub: Neokosmos Technologies Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Tactical Multiplayer FPS shooter with a story based on the events of the World War II. Strategic battles with a variety of vehicles, including artillery. Multiple game modes. Ranks, titles, awards, career.
Why similar: World War II 41.1% ★, Military 18.7%, Tactical 10.9%, War 8.5%, Simulation 7.4%
- #53 Blood of Steel
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 6,874 reviews2020
Dev: YC Games
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 42.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
"Blood of Steel" is a fair competitive multiplayer online game. You will ride into a battlefield where thousands clash, employing unique four-directional slashing maneuvers and strategic formations to defeat your opponents, experiencing the charm of warfare in the age of cold weapons!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.8% ★, RTS 23.5%, Tactical 15.9%, War 15%, Strategy 9.9%
- #54 Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition
66% matchVery Positive93% of 7,201 reviews2007
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. This legacy version also grants access to the latest version of COH, just called "Company of Heroes".
Why similar: World War II 34% ★, RTS 20.4%, Military 12.6%, Tanks 11.7% ★, Strategy 8.4%
- #55 Call to Arms - Gates of Hell: Ostfront
63% matchVery Positive85% of 30,868 reviews2021
Dev: Barbedwire StudiosPub: Digitalmindsoft
Windows
Median: 14.1 hrsMean: 72.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 37.2% ★, RTS 19.2%, Military 17.2%, War 9.2%, Strategy 7%
- #56 Armored Brigade
66% matchVery Positive89% of 359 reviews2019
Dev: Veitikka StudiosPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Armored Brigade is a real-time tactical wargame, focusing on realism and playability. In Armored Brigade the Cold War has turned hot, and Europe is once again torn apart by conflict. An "Iron Curtain" divides the Western Powers gathered together under the NATO banner from the Soviet Union
Why similar: Wargame 25.5%, Strategy 18.5%, Simulation 18.1%, RTS 13.8%, Military 12.1%