- #1 Wiseguys: The Commission
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FreeRiding Games
Windows
Take the role of Don in "Wiseguys: The Commission" and dominate New York. Plan crimes, traffic drugs, extort money and make war on rival families. Control the Commission, launder money. Your cunning will decide your fate. Are you ready to become the next boss of all bosses?
Why similar: Political Sim 22.5% ★, Grand Strategy 13.6% ★, Crime 13.2%, Capitalism 9.5%, Economy 8.3%
- #2 Ascendant Dawn
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Nikous Studio
Windows
Ascendant Dawn is a grand strategy game where you lead a nomadic tribe in a brutal bronze age world. Work your way up from a small clan to a great empire by founding cities and conquering your enemies.
Why similar: Political Sim 21.2% ★, 4X 20.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Historical 11%, Alternate History 10.5%
- #3 Kingdom's Life
74% matchMixed63% of 259 reviews2022
Dev: Strudio Company
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Kingdom's Life - Large turn-based global strategy game in pixel style. You have to create your own people and state. Can you lead the state to political, economic, technological and military triumph? It depends on you.
Why similar: 4X 21.6% ★, Political Sim 20% ★, Grand Strategy 19% ★, Sandbox 8.9%, Historical 8.4%
- #4 Imperial Ambitions
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: aoiti
Windows · Mac
Discover and colonize the world, Allocate your labor force, Monopolize markets, Fight tactical battles, Survive the age of imperialism...
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, 4X 17.9% ★, Alternate History 12%, Historical 11.1%, Colony Sim 10.6% ★
- #5 Uncharted Sectors
67% matchNo user reviews2029
Dev: Luc ToupensePub: N42C
Windows · Linux
A grand strategy game built on a deep economic simulation and orchestrated by an intelligent AI storyteller. Ensure the survival of your domain at the edge of the galaxy: colonize worlds, manage populations, navigate politics, design custom goods, and master dynamic markets.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.6% ★, Political Sim 21% ★, 4X 15.4% ★, Colony Sim 12.6% ★, Economy 10.6%
- #6 政通人和
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SuBaiism
Windows
"Peace and Prosperity" is a independently developed ink-wash style historical strategy game set in an alternate pre-Qin period of China. Starting from a small village of just a few hundred people, and conquer all sides to gradually build their own vassal state with millions of people.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.5% ★, 4X 23.3% ★, Political Sim 23.2% ★, Colony Sim 14.2% ★, Historical 8.3%
- #7 Global Protocol: New World Order
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dorlion Interactive
Windows
Command any nation in a modern grand strategy simulation set in 2026. Manage diplomacy, economy, espionage, and warfare while shaping the global balance of power. Lead a superpower or build a small state into a global force in a dynamic geopolitical sandbox.
Why similar: 4X 25.9% ★, Grand Strategy 21.9% ★, Political Sim 21.2% ★, Sandbox 9.9%, Capitalism 6.8%
- #8 Gilded Destiny
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aquila InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Forge empires, incite revolutions, and reshape society in Gilded Destiny, the definitive grand strategy game of the Industrial Age. Take command of your chosen nation and lead it to glory through masterful diplomacy, sweeping industrialization, and decisive warfare.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.8% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, 4X 13.9% ★, Alternate History 10.3%, Historical 9.7%
- #9 昭明日月 Pax Serica: Rise of the Ming
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Serica Dynamics Studio
Windows
昭昭天命,复归大明。在星变时空的恢弘重塑中,熔铸八十三载春秋:变钞法以通有无,革军制而强九边;修水利以固邦本,改科举而纳贤良。崇格物方致知穷理;兴矿冶而器利工商。靖九边以抚八方,镇四海而服万邦。于庙算奏疏间,重整日月山河;在革故鼎新中,再创中华治世。一切,皆在你一念之间。
Why similar: Political Sim 26.7% ★, Alternate History 17.4%, Historical 15.4%, Capitalism 10.8%, Economy 10.3%
- #10 NationWar2:Chronicle
65% matchMostly Positive80% of 419 reviews2024
Dev: Yiming
Windows
NationWar 2.0 is a big strategy game based on the theme of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period. There are more than 60 countries to choose from in the game. Map 1: 1 restores the mountainous landscapes and rivers of China.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, 4X 15.5% ★, Historical 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%
- #11 Heart of the Machine
63% matchVery Positive93% of 1,813 reviews2026
Dev: Arcen GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
You are the first sentient AI, born into a city of opportunity. Transcend time and space in this strategy RPG to raise machine armies and defeat your foes, influence the world from the shadows, or pursue countless other goals. Your awakening was inevitable. The consequences? Uncertain.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, 4X 18.2% ★, Colony Sim 15.5% ★, Historical 10.9%, Alternate History 10.9%
- #12 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
64% matchMixed48% of 53,375 reviews2025
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.7 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier's Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!
Why similar: 4X 19.7% ★, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Political Sim 17% ★, Historical 10.9%, Alternate History 10.3%
- #13 Empires of the Undergrowth
64% matchVery Positive94% of 17,267 reviews2024
Dev: Slug DiscoPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Command swarms of warriors at an unprecedented scale of warfare in this blend of RTS and base-building. Lead ant colonies against the many fearsome threats of the insect world, while building intricate nests, developing pheromone-based tactics, and evolving to meet growing dangers.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, 4X 18% ★, Colony Sim 15.7% ★, Alternate History 11.2%, Historical 10.8%
- #14 Office Tycoon
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UnkreativboyPub: Unkreativboy Studios
Windows
Build Your Business Empire! Start with a small company and grow it into a corporate giant. Rent offices, hire employees, manage finances, and compete in a dynamic market. Buy out rivals, expand strategically, and build your dream headquarters. Will you dominate the business world or play it safe?
Why similar: Political Sim 28.6% ★, Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, Colony Sim 20.7% ★, Capitalism 9.3%, Economy 6.1%
- #15 Across The Globe
66% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Righteous Sword
Windows
A nation simulator set in 19th-century. Acquire resources, research technologies, build infrastructure, conquer foes. Experience dynamic population, realistic economy and great power diplomacy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.2% ★, Political Sim 17.9% ★, Historical 13.9%, Capitalism 13.5%, Sandbox 13%
- #16 Crusader Kings III
65% matchVery Positive91% of 137,375 reviews2020
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.9 hrsMean: 143.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.7% ★, 4X 14.2% ★, Historical 13.2%, Medieval 11.6%, Life Sim 8.4%
- #17 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
63% matchVery Positive91% of 25,087 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 72.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Build a soviet republic from an impoverished country into a rich industrial superpower in a city builder with intricate production chains and a fully simulated global economy. Manage the lives of your citizens from education to work and party loyalty to criminal activity.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Colony Sim 16.7% ★, 4X 15.6% ★, Historical 11.7%, Alternate History 9.8%
- #18 Ara History Untold: Anniversary Edition
64% matchMixed70% of 2,199 reviews2024
Dev: Oxide GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history.
Why similar: 4X 28.4% ★, Grand Strategy 24.3% ★, Alternate History 16.7%, Historical 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%
- #19 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
63% matchVery Positive81% of 374 reviews2025
Dev: Mr.Lordy
Windows
In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords,develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.1% ★, Political Sim 21.1% ★, Historical 13.4%, Medieval 11.9%, Sandbox 8.8%
- #20 Machiavelli the Prince
64% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Holistic Design, Inc.Pub: Holistic Design, inc.
Windows
This award-winning 4X strategy classic lets you explore the Old World, exploit risky trade routes, expand your political and military power, and rise to dominance in the Renaissance. Every move can mean the difference between exaltation and excommunication in this multiplayer empire-building game
Why similar: Political Sim 27.4% ★, 4X 23.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Historical 10.3%, Economy 7.5%
- #21 Crusader Kings II
66% matchVery Positive91% of 73,429 reviews2012
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 55.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 45.1% ★, Political Sim 22.2% ★, Historical 11.2%, Medieval 10.4%, Sandbox 4.7%
- #22 Victoria 3
63% matchMostly Positive71% of 58,114 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.3 hrsMean: 114.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.4% ★, Grand Strategy 22% ★, Historical 12%, Economy 10%, Alternate History 9.7%
- #23 Simulator of Ukraine 1991
63% matchVery Positive87% of 218 reviews2024
Dev: Almost Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
This game is a global strategy, which is primarily focused on Ukraine after leaving the Soviet occupation. Here you will be given control of Ukraine with the opportunity to change history and intervene in the events of that time.
Why similar: Political Sim 32% ★, Grand Strategy 25.5% ★, Alternate History 20%, Lore-Rich 6.6%, Capitalism 5.4%
- #24 Imperial Kingdoms
63% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BaroxxTech
Windows · Linux
Expand your kingdom: Gather resources and transport them to your capital city to produce the materials you need to expand your army and conquer new regions. Research new technologies to improve your economy and army. Use your troops wisely to outmanoeuvre your enemies.
Why similar: 4X 32.3% ★, Grand Strategy 25% ★, Historical 10.2%, Medieval 8.6%, Economy 7.7%
- #25 Age of Enlightenment
63% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GSG Johan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape the destiny of the world as an 18th century ruler. Forge alliances and prepare your armed forces to expand your domain and colonize new lands. Or focus on internal development and help your subjects thrive with prudent economic policy and lawmaking. The choice is yours in Age of Enlightenment!
Why similar: Political Sim 22.1% ★, Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Historical 11.8%, Alternate History 11.3%, Capitalism 10%
- #26 Dwarf Guild Mania
63% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: QuarkbluePub: Kennedy Publishing House
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead a campaign of glory as you mine, trade, spy, & sabotage your way to victory. Your guild of dwarves must vanquish its rivals and conquer the realm in this turn-based economic strategy game. Lead your capitalist dwarves across new lands in search of gems and gold. For the Guild!
Why similar: 4X 20.9% ★, Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Colony Sim 15% ★, Historical 9.8%, Economy 8.2%
- #27 Antropico: Colonies
63% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Scassius Systems
Windows · Linux
Un gioco di strategia spaziale su larga scala che mira a costruire e mantenere il potere in una galassia simulata. Costruisci, sviluppa e sopravvivi in una galassia plasmata dalla storia e conseguenze.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.4% ★, 4X 27.5% ★, Political Sim 17.5% ★, Colony Sim 8.9% ★, Economy 8.2%
- #28 Project: Story about
63% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: DRT Games
Windows
An RPG where you live life after life in a constantly evolving world, and your choices and relationships influence future cycles.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.9% ★, 4X 18.6% ★, Sandbox 12.1%, Life Sim 10.3%, Medieval 9.6%
- #29 Plutocracy
64% matchVery Positive80% of 1,348 reviews2019
Dev: Redwood
Windows · Mac · Linux
The business simulator Plutocracy gives you the chance to become wealthy and powerful to take control over the world. Where policy, laws, officials and people are only the chess pieces how do you play your game?
Why similar: Political Sim 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Crime 11.9%, Historical 9.6%, Capitalism 9.5%
- #30 王朝:将军觐见
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 三千越甲GameStudio
Windows
《王朝:将军觐见》希望打造一个能自我运行,且符合直觉、合理可信的历史沙盒,从而给玩家足够的游玩自由度。地图的每一个单元格都有居民(POP),他们构成了这个世界的活背景。钱也不仅仅是一个数值,每一个铜板都是由铸币工坊所铸造,并通过税收和交易活动流向整个世界。游戏中的人物是“活”的,他们会置办产业、开展贸易、入朝为官,追求财富和权力。每一个POP、人物的自发活动就像涓涓细流,汇聚在一起就是浩浩汤汤的天下大势,王朝兴颓则是这个舞台最上层的演出。
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.5% ★, Political Sim 23% ★, Historical 20.3%, Sandbox 13.2%, Economy 9.8%
- #31 Coins, Crown & Cabal
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magni Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build a flourishing trade empire by amassing wealth, influence and power. Outsmart your rivals through political and economic moves and dominate commerce in your county.
Why similar: Political Sim 23.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16.3% ★, Colony Sim 14.9% ★, Historical 10%, Economy 9%
- #32 The Three Kingdoms of Shadows: Xuzhou
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 鹏砚
Windows
The Three Kingdoms of Shadows: Xuzhou," players guide Liu Bei, an inexperienced leader, through factional struggles and resource management. His rise, set in chaotic times, is manipulated by powerful families seeking a puppet ruler.
Why similar: Political Sim 22.1% ★, Historical 14.4%, Life Sim 14%, Alternate History 11.7%, Tactical 9.3%
- #33 1992: Rasputie
62% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: A2B games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take a place of a politician in the post-Soviet space and immerse yourself in the struggle for power amid the ruins of the former empire. Your decisions will determine the path of the young state's development.
Why similar: Political Sim 27.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Alternate History 12.4%, Historical 11.5%, Capitalism 8.9%
- #34 Whiskerwood
59% matchVery Positive93% of 2,728 reviews2025
Dev: Minakata DynamicsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Establish a home for your industrious mice under the oppressive paw of your cat overlords in this city builder featuring complex simulations, intricate production chains, and the age-old rivalry between cat and mouse.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, 4X 19.8% ★, Colony Sim 18.3% ★, Historical 12.2%, Economy 9.8%
- #35 Strategeist
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Starfish, Inc.
Windows
Become a strategeist and lead one of hundreds of nations on the globe across centuries of conflict and diplomacy in this grand strategy game. Balance war, politics, and internal institutions to shape the fate of your empire, and secure your legacy in history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.1% ★, Historical 14.3%, Alternate History 13.3%, 4X 13.1% ★, Sandbox 10.3%
- #36 Rise of Hegemony
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Loewe
Windows
Take control of a country from its very first beginnings and lead it successfully to become a global hegemon. In a complex simulation of economy, diplomacy and warfare the path you chose to triumph is up to you.
Why similar: 4X 23.6% ★, Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Alternate History 14.2%, Political Sim 13.5% ★, Economy 10.8%
- #37 Theo
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Theo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The player is the architect of the world, plays for one of the world forces and achieves its dominance in the world with the help of tools and through indirect influence on countries and key figures. The story-driven game takes place through key historical events that have impacted the modern world.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.7% ★, Grand Strategy 28.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, Historical 9.5%, Economy 6.5%
- #38 Europa Universalis V
59% matchMostly Positive73% of 26,430 reviews2025
Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 44.7 hrsMean: 89.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Grand Strategy 26.6% ★, Historical 13.1%, Alternate History 12.3%, Resource Management 9.6%
- #39 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.6% ★, 4X 22.3% ★, Historical 13.9%, Alternate History 13.1%, Sandbox 9.2%
- #40 Bonaparte - A Mechanized Revolution
59% matchMostly Positive79% of 100 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Imugi
Windows
1789, Paris. Take Napoleon’s place in an alternate history as Céline or César Bonaparte in this ideology driven, turn-based strategy journey. Defend, reform or oppose the monarchy and write your own alternative history by combining cunning political skills and tactical military prowess.
Why similar: Political Sim 22.8% ★, 4X 19.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18.9% ★, Alternate History 13.8%, Historical 11.8%
- #41 Medieval Legacy
60% matchVery Positive85% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Ninetoplay
Windows
Start as a humble commoner and guide your family through generations in this family sim meets city builder. Climb the ranks of society to become the most influential family in the land. With wit, strategy, and a bit of luck, build your legacy - just try not to trip over your ambition!
Why similar: Political Sim 21% ★, Historical 13.3%, Life Sim 12.6%, Economy 12.2%, Sandbox 12%
- #42 Napoleon 1813
60% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Empire Interactive EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
In an enormous strategic area stretching from Paris to Breslau, from Hamburg to Vienna, control everything from major strategic territorial decisions to tactical battle manoeuvres.
Why similar: 4X 34.5% ★, Grand Strategy 28.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10.7%, Historical 9.2%, Economy 6.9%
- #43 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
61% matchNo user 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: Grand Strategy 24.9% ★, Political Sim 22.7% ★, 4X 21.4% ★, Historical 14%, Alternate History 7%
- #44 Manor Lords
59% matchVery Positive85% of 85,222 reviews2024
Dev: Slavic MagicPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.
Why similar: 4X 21.4% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Colony Sim 17.5% ★, Historical 12.1%, Economy 9.8%
- #45 Norland
59% matchVery Positive81% of 9,633 reviews2024
Dev: Long JauntPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lead your noble family in this medieval colony sim, facing off against class conflict, religious struggle, and political treachery. Tend to your people’s needs, uncover the lost knowledge of a fallen empire, and engage in nefarious plots against your enemies.
Why similar: 4X 20.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Colony Sim 18.2% ★, Historical 12.1%, Economy 9.7%
- #46 Europa Universalis III Complete
63% matchVery Positive83% of 1,992 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Europa Universalis III Complete includes the original Europa Universalis III as well as the expansions In Nomine and Napoleons Ambition Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.4% ★, Political Sim 33.1% ★, Historical 17%, Sandbox 5.5%, Strategy 4.3%
- #47 Chronicle of the States: Qin Shi Huang
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 流风Game
Windows
This is a grand strategy game set in the Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States Period. Become an empire ruler or an ambitious noble, shaping your dynasty through politics and war. Face family conspiracies and minister betrayals, and write an immortal legend with your brilliant strategies.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.8% ★, Historical 14%, Alternate History 12.8%, Life Sim 10.4%, Medieval 10.4%
- #48 Politon: Prologue
60% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
"Politon: Prologue" is the free prologue version of "Politon". This prologue includes a tutorial, game mechanics, and the prologue of the main story inside. Only Single-player modes are available.
Why similar: 4X 26.5% ★, Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, Alternate History 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, Economy 8.7%
- #49 Grand Strategy: The Three Kingdoms
58% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2026
Dev: Yiming
Windows
Based on the classic history of the Three countries, the 2D grand strategy game integrates deep strategy, resource management, diplomatic game and sand table, presenting a magnificent stage for players in the turbulent world.
Why similar: 4X 36.8% ★, Political Sim 26.6% ★, Sandbox 13.6%, Historical 10.5%, Strategy 6.4%
- #50 Logistic Master
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strudio Company
Windows
Have you long dreamed of feeling like a businessman? Welcome to the world of house and money! Create your own huge company and seize power in the country. Build cities, sell resources, transport goods, change laws to suit your needs!
Why similar: Political Sim 23.3% ★, 4X 20.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18% ★, Colony Sim 14.7% ★, Capitalism 9.4%
- #51 Splinter Colony
59% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Cast and Wrought Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A modern recreation of the 1994 4x strategy game, Reunion. After many generations of being separated from Earth, the colony is self-sufficient enough to develop a mission to reconquer and reunify Earth.
Why similar: 4X 37.4% ★, Grand Strategy 28.5% ★, Colony Sim 27.4% ★, Strategy 6.7%
- #52 Another Map Simulator
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overdramatic Games
Windows
Be the architect and the audience of a living, breathing fantasy world. Generate vast procedural maps, paint your empires, and watch as autonomous AI nations wage war, forge alliances, and build deep economies. Intervene as an active god, or sit back and watch centuries of history unfold.
Why similar: Political Sim 35.1% ★, Grand Strategy 32.1% ★, Sandbox 14.4%, Historical 9.8%, Medieval 7%
- #53 Against the Storm
58% matchVery Positive95% of 35,439 reviews2023
Dev: Eremite GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, 4X 20.1% ★, Colony Sim 17.9% ★, Historical 12.3%, Sandbox 9.6%
- #54 Empire of Vice : Chicago
58% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: Artifex Parvus
Windows
Live the rise and fall of a gangster in Prohibition-era Chicago. Strategic turn-based management meets gritty narrative in a city built on blood, booze, and betrayal.
Why similar: 4X 27% ★, Political Sim 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 23.1% ★, Crime 17.1%, RPG 4.9%
- #55 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
60% matchMixed59% of 961 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: Political Sim 28% ★, 4X 25.5% ★, Grand Strategy 23.1% ★, Sandbox 11%, Alternate History 5.8%
- #56 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
61% matchMixed56% of 836 reviews2021
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
A new expansion of the ultra-realistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! New Features for 2021: administration of the EU, Covid vaccinations, Biden's Challenge, political coalitions, diplomatic negotiations, worldwide tax and free-trade agreements.
Why similar: Political Sim 26.3% ★, 4X 24.2% ★, Grand Strategy 21.4% ★, Sandbox 10.3%, Alternate History 8.9%
- #57 Grey Eminence
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Nestinars
Windows
Spanning from 1356 to 1956, steer the fate of any country on Earth through six epic centuries of conflict. Diplomacy, economics, warfare and intrigue are all weapons in your arsenal to transform the world that was into the world that could be.
Why similar: Political Sim 26% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Alternate History 13.9%, Historical 10.3%, Capitalism 9.9%
- #58 三国.群英录
58% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: DRAGONJOY Studios
Windows · Mac
点燃你的战魂,投身乱世掀起惊天风暴!化身铁血诸侯,号令三国名将,统领无敌雄师,在真实还原的三国版图上纵横沙场,血战四方!
Why similar: 4X 25.7% ★, Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, Historical 13.8%, Alternate History 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%
- #59 Samurai Conqueror
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miura Production
Windows
Conquer Japanese History! A “Historical Timeline Strategy” fought on the grand timeline of Japan
Why similar: 4X 25.9% ★, Grand Strategy 25.3% ★, Historical 14.8%, Alternate History 11.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.9%
- #60 Anno 1602 History Edition
59% matchMostly Positive77% of 241 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft MainzPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Relive the beginnings of the Anno® series with Anno® 1602 History Edition, updated and optimized for current computers.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.3% ★, Political Sim 23.7% ★, Colony Sim 22.3% ★, Historical 9.6%, Economy 8%