- #1 Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander
97% matchVery Positive84% of 1,312 reviews2016
Dev: Massive Damage, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is a retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling.
Why similar: Space 25.2%, Turn-Based 21.2%, Base Building 20.8%, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%
- #2 Xenonauts
96% matchVery Positive87% of 5,012 reviews2014
Dev: Goldhawk Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Xenonauts is a strategy game in which you control a multi-national military organisation defending a Cold War-era Earth from alien invasion, using small squads of persistent soldiers to eliminate the extraterrestrials and recover their technology in turn-based ground combat.
Why similar: Base Building 18%, Turn-Based 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Tactical 10%
- #3 ShellMobile: Titan Rampart
94% matchVery Positive98% of 206 reviews2025
Dev: 红景天娱乐
Windows
On the cosmic frontier, humanity has fought alien species for a century. As traditional defenses fall to new-gen alien mechs, tech giant ShellMobile—human-centered at its core—kindles new hope via breakthroughs in extraterrestrial titanium ore research.
Why similar: Mechs 32% ★, Wargame 27%, Base Building 17%, Strategy 8.7%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #4 One-inch Tactics
93% matchVery Positive94% of 89 reviews2024
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Turn the tide of the war with nuanced strategies in One-inch Tactics, introducing players to a unique turn-based strategy experience.
Why similar: Mechs 22.9% ★, Turn-Based 16.3%, Wargame 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%
- #5 Ground Breakers
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: UnitedIndie
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Battle with robots on dynamic, randomly generated battlegrounds, as you attempt to take on the world in this unique turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based 18.5%, Strategy 15.6%, Robots 15.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%
- #6 Kaiju Wars
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 269 reviews2022
Dev: Foolish Mortals Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Play out a Kaiju movie as the (hopelessly) outclassed military in this stylish 2D turn-based strategy game. Construct buildings and defend your city with cannon-fodder tanks, jets and more as the devastating kaiju grow in power with every attack.
Why similar: Mechs 23.3% ★, Turn-Based 19.2%, Base Building 11.9%, Tactical 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
- #7 WARBORN
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 79 reviews2020
Dev: Raredrop Games LtdPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Deploy for battle in the Variable Armour, a technologically advanced suit of war. With turn-based tactics and quick-fire clashes, lead a strike force of deadly mecha to bring peace to the solar system in a 40-mission campaign. Create your own maps, practice in skirmish, or battle across multiplayer.
Why similar: Mechs 19.9% ★, Hex Grid 17.1% ★, Turn-Based 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #8 Interplanetary: Enhanced Edition
91% matchVery Positive85% of 919 reviews2017
Dev: Team Jolly RogerPub: Black Smoke Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In this turn-based strategic artillery game, players wage interplanetary wars by developing their home planets and firing massive barrages through the unpredictable gravity fields of the solar system.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.2%, Space 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%
- #9 Grey Goo
90% matchMixed68% of 4,315 reviews2015
Dev: PetroglyphPub: Six Foot
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Mechs 22.5% ★, Base Building 17.6%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Strategy 16.1%, Robots 12.6%
- #10 Role of Hex
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 95 reviews2023
Dev: Verde
Windows
Role of Hex is a real-time strategy game where you defend your hexagonal base from the dangers of the universe. Gather upgrades and unlock special buildings to survive this hostile land as endless waves of enemies approach. But be quick, time is ticking and the waves are getting bigger.
Why similar: Hex Grid 34.3% ★, Base Building 27.9%, Sci-fi 16.7%, Tactical 12%, Strategy 9.1%
- #11 Xeno Command
88% matchVery Positive84% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: ChillyRoomPub: ChillyRoom
Windows
Defend galaxy against Alien invasion in the RTS offline game with roguelike fun
Why similar: Wargame 26.8%, Mechs 26.5% ★, Base Building 14.6%, Space 11.1%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #12 Planets Under Attack
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,241 reviews2012
Dev: Targem GamesPub: Topware Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Play as humans or robots in a brand new sci-fi strategy adventure! Travel into the far reaches of space, through cleverly designed star constellations and variable game modes, conquering enemy planets using 15 combinable technologies.
Why similar: Strategy 86.2%, Space 6.8%, Indie 3.6%, Sci-fi 3.4%
- #13 Into the Breach
84% matchVery Positive94% of 21,742 reviews2018
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Mechs 28.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Strategy 8.8%
- #14 MechCorp
86% matchVery Positive81% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: k.Song Tan
Windows
MechCorp. is a turn-based-tactics/strategy game where you take command of a mercenary mech squadron in space. Decide which battles to fight and what contracts to pursue while managing every aspect of the squad including mech lineup, crew management, research and production.
Why similar: Mechs 34.6% ★, Hex Grid 30.7% ★, Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Sci-fi 7.7%
- #15 Star Traders: 4X Empires
87% matchMixed63% of 82 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take command of humanity’s last survivors and rebuild an empire in the stars. In this immersive turn-based strategy game, you will have to fight to protect your people, control rival factions, and unlock lost technology.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.8%, Space 21.3%, Sci-fi 17.9%, Building 14%, Aliens 13.5%
- #16 Siege of Centauri
86% matchMixed66% of 448 reviews2019
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Defend against thousands of enemies in this explosive tower defense game. Deploy upgradable towers and unleash powerful orbital abilities as you try to protect Earth's first colony world from destruction.
Why similar: Base Building 29.8%, Robots 22.1%, Tactical 16.5%, Sci-fi 14.6%, Strategy 12.3%
- #17 Vactics
84% matchVery Positive98% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: The Lemur Conspiracy
Windows · Mac
Build the mech to fight against robotic Vactics in tactical chess-like combat. The war is already over and the heroes of the city have fallen. Take on a new randomly generated challenge every time you play and join with the citizens to fight for a better future.
Why similar: Mechs 24.2% ★, Robots 19.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.7%, Tactical 14.6%, Hex Grid 11.3% ★
- #18 Starport Delta
85% matchMostly Positive72% of 75 reviews2020
Dev: Cloudfire Studios
Windows
Build amongst the stars in Starport Delta, a light sci-fi strategy game that focuses on survival. Station Commanders across the universe will turn to you for guidance to expand, defend, and survive. Help them build a thriving station, but watch out, there are many dangers hiding in space...
Why similar: Hex Grid 19.7% ★, Strategy 18.4%, Base Building 17.5%, Space 15.3%, Sci-fi 9%
- #19 Heroes of Science and Fiction
81% matchVery Positive92% of 696 reviews2026
Dev: Oxymoron Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.
Why similar: Base Building 28.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.3%, Sci-fi 14.3%, Strategy 10.2%
- #20 Beat the Humans
82% matchVery Positive80% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Dochungryest
Windows
Beat the Humans is the turn-based tactical strategy game. Here you lead an army of aliens against invaders from the human race. Collect your squad, protect planets, strengthen your army with equipment and look for allies if you want to survive and win.
Why similar: Turn-Based 29.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Tactical 16.5%, Strategy 10.7%
- #21 Interstellar Space: Genesis
83% matchVery Positive84% of 818 reviews2019
Dev: Praxis Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.5%, Space 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Sci-fi 12.1%
- #22 Repel The Rifts
80% matchVery Positive86% of 313 reviews2025
Dev: RefinedBearGamesPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Linux
Repel the Rifts is a roguelite tower defense game where you lead a commander through an alien world, uncovering new terrain each wave, drafting powerful upgrades, and constructing defenses to hold back the chaos.
Why similar: Mechs 30.8% ★, Turn-Based 20.7%, Space 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, Tactical 10.4%
- #23 Final Theory
81% matchMostly Positive80% of 392 reviews2018
Dev: Monticube
Windows
Final Theory is a 4X-lite turn-based strategy game where you command fleets of battleships engaged in a galactic civil war. It presents an exciting experience for both veteran players and those new to the genre. It features innovative combat mechanics but also hearkens back to some of the classics.
Why similar: Hex Grid 28.1% ★, Turn-Based 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Space 8.9%
- #24 Pax Nova
82% matchMixed57% of 447 reviews2020
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as dangers. Build cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space.
Why similar: Turn-Based 28.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Space 17.4%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Strategy 10.4%
- #25 Age of Wonders: Planetfall
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,593 reviews2019
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.
Why similar: Hex Grid 21.1% ★, Turn-Based 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Space 9.5%, Strategy 9.3%
- #26 Chaos Galaxy
79% matchVery Positive83% of 296 reviews2020
Dev: Han ZhiyuPub: ChaosGalaxyStudio
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A pixel-art turn-based Galaxy total war game. You can select 14 factions, 61 heroes, hundreds of warships and mecha, and command multiple fleets to carry out grand strategic operations on the map of the galaxy.
Why similar: Mechs 29.6% ★, Turn-Based 16.1%, Robots 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%
- #27 Tower Dominion
75% matchVery Positive86% of 4,827 reviews2025
Dev: Parallel 45 Games
Windows
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Build and design the terrain while defending your stronghold against alien invasion in this unique Roguelike tower defense. Choose from 30 heroes, survive enemy waves, and upgrade a variety of destructive towers to hold the line!
Why similar: Base Building 32.7%, Tactical 19.2%, Building 13.7%, Strategy 13.2%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #28 Byte Lynx
77% matchVery Positive98% of 88 reviews2022
Dev: Artful Games
Windows
Byte Lynx is a fast-paced RTS with no units. Build defenses, dismantle your enemy, and steal their buildings in this deeply tactical building combat-based strategy game. Expand your arsenal across a series of diverse levels!
Why similar: Base Building 33.3%, Tactical 17.8%, Sci-fi 15.6%, Space 14.1%, Strategy 12.1%
- #29 Annihilate The Spance
74% matchVery Positive91% of 338 reviews2025
Dev: Skyglow Softworks
Windows
The Spance approaches, a vast and mysterious storm at the edge of humanity. Who shall claim its riches? Brave the perils of the depths in a story-rich singleplayer campaign with numerous distinct factions and bosses. An RTS base builder with huge battles, constant production, and autonomous ships.
Why similar: Base Building 25.8%, Space 20.9%, Robots 15%, Building 11.3%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #30 M.A.X.: Mechanized Assault & Exploration
78% matchVery Positive88% of 207 reviews2017
Dev: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Colonize newly-discovered planets, control the resources found there, and defend your colony against other rival factions in real-time or turn-based action.
Why similar: Strategy 50.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.7%, Sci-fi 23%
- #31 Galactic Civilizations III
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,370 reviews2015
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.
Why similar: Hex Grid 29.8% ★, Turn-Based 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Space 11.4%, Aliens 9.9%
- #32 The Last Federation
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 502 reviews2014
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.7%, Space 23.5%, Strategy 14.9%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
- #33 Calyx
71% matchVery Positive89% of 308 reviews2026
Dev: Studio 568
Windows
A strategy game with a new kind of enemy, Calyx puts you in charge of a space mining outpost, locked in battle against powerful plant-aliens. Build your base, gather resources, assemble your forces, and take on the Calyx. With only an out-of-date AI for company, can you survive?
Why similar: Base Building 35.2%, Space 27.1%, Sci-fi 19.5%, Strategy 13.5%, 3D 4.8%
- #34 Alien Marauder
76% matchMixed63% of 341 reviews2021
Dev: Vexan Studio
Windows
“Alien Marauder” is a real-time strategy game with survival and confrontation theme. In this game, you will be the leader to a treacherous alien planet, build and defend base to survive against the vexan waves. Make the right decision!
Why similar: Wargame 24.2%, Base Building 20%, Robots 16.1%, Sci-fi 11%, Building 10.4%
- #35 Mech Armada
74% matchVery Positive81% of 679 reviews2022
Dev: Lioncode Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Create and command custom Mechs to outmaneuver The Swarm in this post-apocalyptic tactical turn-based rogue-lite. Leverage the terrain, learn each Mech's unique skills and use strategy and resources to survive an ever-changing series of battles to give humanity hope.
Why similar: Mechs 30.7% ★, Turn-Based 20%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #36 Chaos Sector 混沌宙域
75% matchVery Positive82% of 97 reviews2018
Dev: Han ZhiyuPub: ChaosGalaxyStudio
Windows
It's a retro-style strategy game, you can choose the Northsky Fleet or the Pirates, lead your commanders, controll many kinds of warships and robots, and fight a war with the enemy's fleet and alien horde on the galactic chessboard!
Why similar: Mechs 27.8% ★, Turn-Based 18.2%, Robots 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #37 Oasis Mission: Colony Sim
73% matchMixed63% of 114 reviews2025
Dev: Lunar pug studio
Windows · Mac
A Sci-Fi colony and strategy sim with a complex economy, immersive logistics, and a war against the rise of the machines! Build your colony and ensure supplies for your people. Automate industrial ships and create combat groups to defend against waves of enemies.
Why similar: Wargame 34.9%, Base Building 26.7%, Building 14%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Strategy 10.8%
- #38 Gemini Wars
78% 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 27.8%, Base Building 19.7%, Space 17.5%, Tactical 9.5%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #39 Stellar Initiative
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 390 reviews2024
Dev: Five Head Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Stellar Initiative is a roguelike tower defense game where you land on the planet and use your orbit ship to deliver buildings and support you with fire. Complete missions, install new upgrades, discover powerful artifacts, and find the best strategy!
Why similar: Mechs 32.5% ★, Base Building 20.2%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Space 10.8%, Strategy 10.3%
- #40 USC: Counterforce
71% matchMixed68% of 235 reviews2024
Dev: Angry Cat StudiosPub: Firesquid
Windows
Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!
Why similar: Turn-Based 27.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Space 14.5%, Tactical 11.5%
- #41 Tempest Citadel
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 61 reviews2018
Dev: Aartform Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Tempest Citadel is a base building simulation set on a storm-ruled planet with a vivid sci-fi story. Build a mighty Citadel in the clouds for your crew of explorers and conquer the deadly planet below in automated squad battles!
Why similar: Strategy 73.1%, Indie 26.9%
- #42 Galaxy Admirals
72% matchVery Positive86% of 331 reviews2017
Dev: Jetdogs Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Galaxy Admirals is a multiplayer turn-based cosmic strategy with pretty innovative and challenging gameplay. Improve your command skills with AI and conquer the whole universe by fighting with real players.
Why similar: Strategy 28.3%, Hex Grid 22.9% ★, Turn-Based 19.7%, Space 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%
- #43 Sins of a Solar Empire II
67% matchVery Positive84% of 8,167 reviews2024
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.
Why similar: Space 35.3%, Base Building 16.4%, Tactical 15.7%, Sci-fi 15.4%, Strategy 14.9%
- #44 Scythe: Digital Edition
69% matchVery Positive90% of 3,763 reviews2018
Dev: The Knights of Unity
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!
Why similar: Hex Grid 25.7% ★, Mechs 23.9% ★, Turn-Based 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, Strategy 6.4%
- #45 Taur
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,078 reviews2020
Dev: Echo Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Taur is an action-strategy sci-fi game. Control the Prime Cannon and unlock all of its powerful weapons and abilities. Build turrets, droids, aircraft and more as you fight to protect the homeworld of the Tauron droids against a relentless invasion. Will your Taur stand against the Imperion warmachine?
Why similar: Base Building 29.3%, Robots 17.2%, Strategy 16.8%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Tactical 9.8%
- #46 MoonBase Commander
70% matchVery Positive89% of 180 reviews2014
Dev: Humongous EntertainmentPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Explore. Strategize. Conquer.In the far future, Mankind has nearly exhausted all of earth’s natural resources. Fragile alliances between nations are tested to their limits as fierce wars ignite across land and space.MoonBase Commander puts you in charge of your own lunar territory in a quest to build the most powerful empire in space.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #47 Ground Pounders
73% matchMostly Negative41% of 54 reviews2014
Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Ground Pounders is a turn-based, strategy wargame. Inspired by classic strategy games like Panzer General, and steeped in the lore of the Sword of the Stars universe, Ground Pounders offers a new generation of gamers an updated taste of turn-based strategic warfare.
Why similar: Hex Grid 26.4% ★, Strategy 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #48 Final Upgrade
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 451 reviews2022
Dev: TaosX
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Help humanity to spread throughout the cosmos by exploring new worlds, building space factories and setting up trade routes. Research advanced technologies to increase efficiency and unlock new paths of development. Fight off other artificial intelligences in your goal to reach the Final Upgrade!
Why similar: Base Building 27.5%, Space 23.7%, Building 14.5%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Strategy 8.6%
- #49 StarDrive
72% matchMixed45% of 1,482 reviews2013
Dev: Zero Sum Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.
Why similar: Space 43.9%, Strategy 28.4%, Sci-fi 20.2%, Indie 7.4%
- #50 Anomaly Defenders
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 676 reviews2014
Dev: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Anomaly Defenders is the closing installment of the Anomaly series. The original incarnation of the Tower Offense sub-genre had players controlling humans fighting alien invaders. Now, the tables have turned. The human counterattack is underway and the alien homeworld is under threat.
Why similar: Strategy 64.3%, Indie 18.2%, Sci-fi 17.5%
- #51 Wizard Warfare
68% matchVery Positive98% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.
Why similar: Hex Grid 21.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Turn-Based 17.7%, Tactical 15.8%, Strategy 11.7%
- #52 Terra Invicta
62% matchVery Positive81% of 9,023 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.
Why similar: Turn-Based 38.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.2%, Tactical 21.6%, Strategy 13.9%
- #53 Sid Meier's Starships
70% matchMixed50% of 2,454 reviews2015
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.
Why similar: Space 30.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Strategy 15.6%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Tactical 10.3%
- #54 Earth vs Mars
64% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: Relic Labs
Windows
Faced with a terrifying Martian invasion, you must lead Earth’s forces in a battle for our planet’s future. Create powerful human-creature super soldiers to fight an alien menace in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Wargame 18%, Aliens 13%, Tactical 12.5%
- #55 Planetary Annihilation: TITANS
66% matchVery Positive85% of 14,430 reviews2015
Dev: Planetary Annihilation Inc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Wage war across entire solar systems with massive armies at your command. Annihilate enemy forces with world-shattering TITAN-class units, and demolish planets with massive super weapons!
Why similar: Mechs 19.9% ★, Base Building 18.9%, Robots 16.9%, Space 13.7%, Sci-fi 9.9%
- #56 Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion – Turn-Based Strategy
64% matchMostly Positive70% of 136 reviews2025
Dev: QuadCom InteractivePub: Brightika, Inc.
Windows
Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion - a turn-based strategy where you command SOF forces against an alien threat. Investigate disappearances, fight the invaders, and uncover the mystery. Every decision affects the fate of humanity.
Why similar: Turn-Based 35.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 10.6%, Aliens 8.4%
- #57 Into the Void
69% matchMixed63% of 136 reviews2015
Dev: Mozg Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !
Why similar: Space 30.9%, Turn-Based 29.8%, Strategy 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%, Tactical 8.7%
- #58 X-COM: UFO Defense
66% matchVery Positive95% of 3,930 reviews2008
Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 24%
You are in control of X-COM: an organization formed by the world's governments to fight the ever-increasing alien menace.
Why similar: Turn-Based 24.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Strategy 11.6%, Tactical 10.5%, Sci-fi 10.1%