Games Like Command & Conquer™ Generals

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 55%, Strategy 28%, Base Building 8%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to classic RTS titles that captures the same spirit of base construction and faction-based warfare found in the Command & Conquer series.

Tomorrow's War Is NOW Ripped from today's headlines, Act of War: Direct Action™ is a frightening tale of suspense, international intrigue and geopolitical military conflict. This real-time strategy experience puts you squarely in control of counterterrorist forces and delivers a first look at tomorrow's war.

Why similar: RTS 64.1%, Strategy 19.8%, Multiplayer 10.2%, Action 5%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the most DNA with Generals, featuring a near-future setting, modern military units, and high-intensity base-building combat.

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 46.2%, Strategy 25.1%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Base Building 11.8%, Classic 2% ★

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Act of War, this title offers a deep, modern-military RTS experience with complex resource management and base defense.

The world erupts in conflict as Soviet forces invade American soil in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. You are the Supreme Commander. Arm yourself to the teeth with top-secret technologies and lead the Soviet or Allied troops to victory.

Why similar: RTS 39.4%, Strategy 22.4%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Base Building 8%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the pinnacle of the classic C&C formula, it offers fast-paced, faction-diverse combat that feels right at home for any Generals fan.

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 43.8%, Strategy 24.9%, Base Building 14.4%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a streamlined, accessible approach to base-building and unit management that feels very similar to the pacing of Generals.

Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.

Why similar: Strategy 65.7%, RTS 24%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Base Building 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: While more tactical, it provides the same visceral, high-stakes military combat and base-management feel that fans of Generals appreciate.

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 41.5%, Strategy 24.6%, Base Building 14.6%, Multiplayer 11.3%, Classic 6.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: This collection provides the essential foundation of the series, offering the classic RTS experience that defined the genre.

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 40.2%, Multiplayer 19.7%, Strategy 18.9%, Base Building 8.7%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: The essential expansion to the seed game that adds new units, generals, and game modes to the core experience.

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 40.6%, Strategy 36.7%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Base Building 8%, Action 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: Created by former Westwood Studios developers, this game strips RTS mechanics down to the core, fast-paced base-building fun found in classic C&C.

The year is 2047. A massive nuclear fireball explodes high in the night sky, marking the dramatic beginning of the Third Tiberium War and the long-awaited return of the most groundbreaking Real-Time Strategy franchise of all time

Why similar: RTS 36.8%, Strategy 22.9%, Multiplayer 15%, Base Building 13.4%, Action 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title modernized the C&C formula with high-fidelity graphics and intense, faction-based warfare that feels like a natural evolution of the series.

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

Why similar: RTS 45.7%, Strategy 22.3%, Base Building 14.9%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features distinct factions and a heavy emphasis on base-building and tactical positioning that mirrors the strategic flow of Generals.

A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.

Why similar: RTS 51.5%, Strategy 32.2%, Multiplayer 12.9%, Action 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: This ground-based RTS captures the tactical depth and modern military aesthetic of Generals within a compelling campaign structure.

The last days of man are at hand.. Two years after the Infinite War the once great warring nations now lie in ruins, and humanity’s hope for a brighter future is nothing but a bitter memory. A new, seemingly unstoppable enemy, supported by the zealots of The Order, now seeks to eradicate mankind: UEF, Aeon Loyalist, and Cybran alike.

Why similar: RTS 46.9%, Strategy 27.5%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Base Building 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: It excels at large-scale base-building and massive army management, appealing to players who enjoy the grand strategic scope of Generals.

In the name of Kane! The Command & Conquer™ series continues to thrive with Command & Conquer™ 3: Kane’s Wrath.

Why similar: RTS 36.1%, Strategy 21.9%, Multiplayer 17.5%, Base Building 13.1%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This expansion adds significant depth to the Tiberium Wars experience, offering new units and sub-factions that increase tactical variety.

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 43.7%, Strategy 35.6%, Action 13.9%, Singleplayer 3.7%, Classic 3.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: The game that started it all, essential for understanding the roots of the base-building RTS genre.

Return of the Classic, now remastered! Battle Realms is a fantasy RTS inspired by the stories told in martial- arts movies and oriental mythology. Develop your peasants into a highly trained and deadly efficient clan of warriors who are ready to die with your name on their lips.

Why similar: RTS 40.6%, Strategy 33.4%, Action 9.4%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Classic 6.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: While the theme is different, the focus on unique faction mechanics and tactical unit management makes it a great alternative for RTS fans.

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 48.6%, Strategy 27.2%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Base Building 9.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game features unique, highly distinct factions and a strong focus on base-building that will feel familiar to any C&C veteran.

Surrender is not an option

Why similar: Strategy 42.1%, RTS 37.8%, Action 13.2%, Singleplayer 4.2%, RPG 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational RTS experience that provides the classic, fast-paced gameplay that C&C fans crave.

The Second Tiberium War begins in this legendary sequel to the original Command & Conquer. With his forces stronger than ever, arch villain and leader of The Brotherhood of Nod - Kane - is pitched in an epic battle against the world's war machine - the Global Defense Initiative.

Why similar: Strategy 39.8%, RTS 39.6%, Action 11.6%, Singleplayer 4%, Classic 3% ★

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that established many of the core mechanics and atmosphere found in later C&C titles.

The desperate leadership of a doomed Soviet Union travels back in time to change history and restore the glory of Mother Russia.

Why similar: RTS 35.9%, Strategy 22.3%, Multiplayer 15.5%, Base Building 14.2%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the fast-paced, over-the-top action of the series while introducing new mechanics like naval combat and co-op campaigns.

Lead the great armies of the Star Wars™ Episode II: Attack of the Clones saga in intense real-time strategy clashes. Enter the fray as the Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Wookies, Trade Federation, Gungans or Royal Naboo to determine the course of the Galactic Civil War.

Why similar: RTS 41.2%, Strategy 27.4%, Multiplayer 12.3%, Base Building 6.2%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that utilizes a proven engine to deliver large-scale base-building and faction-based combat.

The new reference in RTS at its best! The Wargame series returns to duty, larger, richer and more spectacular than ever before. In Wargame Red Dragon, you are engaged in a large-scale conflict where Western forces clash against the Communist bloc.

Why similar: RTS 50.4%, Strategy 34.8%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Action 2.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: For those who love the modern military theme of Generals, this game offers unparalleled depth in unit variety and tactical warfare.

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 43%, Strategy 25.2%, Multiplayer 14.7%, Action 6.1%, Base Building 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and accessible RTS that uses the classic C&C formula to deliver a fun, base-building experience.

Joint Task Force is the real-time strategy (RTS) game where you command the frontline forces in tomorrow's most hazardous conflicts. Lead twenty dramatic missions in explosive war-zones including the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Balkans.

Why similar: Strategy 45%, RTS 42.1%, Action 13%

Why You'll Like It: A modern military RTS that focuses on tactical combat and mission-based objectives, mirroring the feel of a Generals campaign.

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: RTS 49.1%, Strategy 32.6%, Multiplayer 14.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep tactical RTS that focuses on realistic military units and large-scale battles, perfect for players who enjoy the military theme of Generals.

Command & Conquer gets up close and personal in this classic First Person Shooter for one of the most iconic franchises.

Why similar: RTS 39%, Strategy 25.5%, Multiplayer 18.2%, Action 13.1%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Sudden Strike is back! The beloved Real Time Strategy series returns, this time with bigger battlefields, more units, better graphics, new scenarios and legendary commanders – making Sudden Strike 4 more tactical and realistic than ever before!

Why similar: RTS 47.8%, Strategy 39.5%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Action 1.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical military combat and unit management, providing a more grounded experience for fans of the military RTS genre.

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 57.3%, Strategy 30.6%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique unit-customization system that allows players to tailor their army to their specific playstyle, much like the general-specific upgrades in Generals.

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 36.7%, Strategy 30.2%, Multiplayer 12.8%, Base Building 11.3%, Classic 5.4% ★

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 37.4%, Strategy 28.9%, Base Building 17.6%, Multiplayer 14%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Create the ultimate fortress and wreak havoc, raining destruction on your enemies with catapult-flinging fun!

Why similar: Strategy 34.2%, RTS 27%, Action 13.1%, Base Building 11.7%, Multiplayer 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on base-building and defensive structures, which is a key component of the Generals experience.

Live the thrilling career of an army commander and lead your army to victory in a massive online World War III! Take control of the U.S.-led Joint Strike Force, the European Enforcers Corps, or the Russian Spetsnaz Guards Brigade in a persistent ongoing World War.

Why similar: RTS 46.7%, Strategy 42.6%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!

Why similar: RTS 43.3%, Strategy 29.6%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Base Building 10%, Action 2.7%

Set in World War 2, Sudden Strike offers revolutionary real-time-strategy gameplay. Command Russian, German, French, American and British armies in large scale battles including urban warfare, beach landings and aerial invasions. Whichever tactics you choose, you will find it in Sudden Strike!

Why similar: Strategy 50%, RTS 40.5%, Classic 9.5% ★

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: RTS 43.5%, Strategy 28.4%, Multiplayer 12.2%, Base Building 7.5%, Action 5.1%

For a thousand years, three opposing forces have waged war for what they believe is true. There can be no room for compromise: their way is the only way. Dubbed The Infinite War, this devastating conflict has taken its toll on a once-peaceful galaxy and has only served to deepen the hatred between the factions.

Why similar: RTS 46.6%, Strategy 30.3%, Multiplayer 10.3%, Base Building 8.1%, Classic 1.8% ★

The next chapter in the #1 rated RTS franchise thrusts players into a hellish war torn landscape to command two battle-hardened armies in relentless campaigns for honor and country. Players lead the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle...

Why similar: RTS 42%, Strategy 38.4%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Action 6.5%, Base Building 3.4%

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 40.8%, Strategy 28.6%, Base Building 14.7%, Multiplayer 13.6%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Level Up For the Epic Conclusion of the Tiberium Saga.

Why similar: RTS 40%, Strategy 24.6%, Multiplayer 18.3%, Base Building 13.5%, Singleplayer 3.6%

The enemy attack on your base is imminent; secure your defenses, mobilize your troops, reinforce key positions, and get ready for the next battle. RTS Tactical Warfare will test your resilience and strategic prowess.

Why similar: RTS 38.3%, Strategy 21.6%, Multiplayer 15.8%, Base Building 15.4%, Action 5.9%

Red Alert 3: Uprising features four new mini-campaigns, giving players a deeper dive into the storyline's of the Soviets, the Allies, the Empire of the Rising Sun and a unique campaign centered on the origins of everyone’s favorite psionic Japanese schoolgirl commando, Yuriko Omega.

Why similar: RTS 37.1%, Strategy 23.3%, Multiplayer 15.1%, Base Building 13.4%, Action 6.9%

From the genre-defining RTS franchise Command & Conquer comes a unique, free-to-play strategic warfare MMO experience!

Why similar: RTS 57.6%, Multiplayer 24.4%, Strategy 18%

Executive Assault is an indie real-time strategy/first-person shooter where you can not only build your base and create armies, but also take control of your units and fight as one of them.

Why similar: RTS 43.8%, Strategy 27%, Base Building 10.6%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Action 7.5%

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition is the ultimate Dawn of War experience, featuring the original Dawn of War and all its expansions, along with enhanced visuals, an improved camera, and 64-bit platform support.

Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Strategy 23.2%, Multiplayer 16.8%, Base Building 13.5%, Singleplayer 3.3%

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. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews.

Why similar: RTS 45.6%, Strategy 29.4%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Action 4.6%, Base Building 4.2%

Company of Heroes®: Tales of Valor™ is the expansion to the Game of the Year winner and highest rated real time strategy franchise Company of Heroes®. Featuring new campaigns to overcome, units to command, and battlefields to conquer, Company of Heroes®: Tales of Valor™ delivers evolved gameplay mechanics and 3 episodic adventures...

Why similar: RTS 40%, Strategy 35.1%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Base Building 9.3%, Action 3%

Reconquest is a real-time strategy base building game. After World War III, mankind got close to extinction. You have to reconquer Earth by making better strategic decisions than your opponents.

Why similar: Strategy 50.2%, RTS 49.8%

With dozens of hours of gameplay set across a rich tapestry of time, Empire Earth: Gold Edition offers real-time strategy for the ages. Choose any point in time - from the discovery of fire to the laser battles of the future - and command your civilization with one goal: make Earth your Empire.

Why similar: RTS 50.6%, Strategy 46.5%, Singleplayer 2.9%

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

Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Strategy 31.4%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Classic 8.8% ★, Base Building 4.1%

Actual Armies. Actual Weapons. Actual Political Issues.World War III - Black Gold takes the player to the near future. The political crisis has been going on for months, leading to worldwide turmoil. A secret conference of the UN Central Geological Commission reveals that worldwide oil reserves have reached dangerously low levels: Oil...

Why similar: Strategy 89.5%, RTS 8.2%, Multiplayer 2%, Singleplayer 0.3%

It’s 2741 and the universe is at war. The Terran Empire is laying siege to the NSA, a treaty of colonies that upholds freedom and democracy. After losing the battle in space, the NSA is forced to retreat to its last stronghold. Can you snatch victory from impending doom?

Why similar: Strategy 64.8%, RTS 35.2%

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 41.6%, Strategy 22.1%, Base Building 17.2%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Singleplayer 3.5%

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 56.2%, RTS 38.6%, Classic 5.2% ★

Uprising offers more strategy than a military sim, and more action strategy than a shoot'em up. Using your hi-tech assault tank, loaded with powerful weapons, you need to establish tidal bases, mine for power, build factories and direct legions of allied units against the enemy

Why similar: Strategy 70.8%, Action 29.2%