- #1 The Civil War
97% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Dagger Interactive TechnologiesPub: Strategy First
Windows
This old-school turn-based strategy game covers the American Civil War from the years 1861 to 1865. Play as the North or South, and take over a certain amount of cities of the opposing side before the war ends.
Why similar: Diplomacy 54.2% ★, Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #2 Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX with Power Up Kit
96% matchVery Positive84% of 611 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 65.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ," which was released in 2003 as the 9th game in the series. RTK Ⅸ is a strategy based simulation game based in China's chaotic Three Kingdoms period.
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.9%, Character Customization 10.8%, Military 8.6%, Resource Management 7.7%
- #3 Romance of the Three Kingdoms X with Power Up Kit
96% matchVery Positive83% of 739 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ," which was released in 2004 as the 10th game in the series. In this release, the all-officer playable advances.
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.8%, Character Customization 10.9%, Military 9.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%
- #4 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VI with Power Up Kit
95% matchMixed51% of 39 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅵ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅵ," which was released in 1998 as the 6th game in the series. "Time of the Heavens" is depicted in dramatic historical events that enliven the world of the Three Kingdoms.
Why similar: Diplomacy 35.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.6%, Character Customization 11.2%, Military 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%
- #5 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VII with Power Up Kit
94% matchMixed68% of 160 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅶ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅶ," which was released in 2000 as the 7th game in the series. With "Enjoy the lives of all the Romance Warriors!
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Character Customization 11.4%, Military 8.7%, Resource Management 8.3%
- #6 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit
94% matchVery Positive92% of 4,124 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 61.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11," which was released in 2006 as the 11th game in the series. The grand battles that shaped the course of Chinese history are shown in 3D space! In Administration, players freely develop cities.
Why similar: Diplomacy 32.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Character Customization 11.4%, Military 8.5%, Resource Management 8.4%
- #7 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV
93% matchMixed63% of 16,294 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.7 hrsMean: 102.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors!
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Character Customization 12.1%, Military 8.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
- #8 Romance of the Three Kingdoms IV with Power Up Kit
92% matchMixed51% of 46 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅳ with Power Up Kit" was released in 1994 as an expansion to the 4th release in the series. About 450 officers appear in the game and "Frontier Tribes" have been added as a diplomatic element.
Why similar: Diplomacy 35.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Character Customization 10.9%, Military 9.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%
- #9 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VIII with Power Up Kit
91% matchMixed66% of 177 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅷ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅷ," which was released in 2001 as the 8th game in the series. RTK Ⅷ is a Historical Simulation game where players direct their heroes in a bid for power over all of China amongst the turbulent times of the...
Why similar: Diplomacy 35.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Character Customization 11%, Military 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%
- #10 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII
91% matchMixed58% of 7,626 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 18.7 hrsMean: 115.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
"The ultimate depiction of the Three Kingdom. A heroic drama of a gathering of Legends. "With this as the concept behind Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13, we have compiled an experience that will immerse you even deeper into the world of the Three Kingdoms, with "human drama," seen through the interactions of the...
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.2%, Character Customization 11.5%, Military 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%
- #11 My Liege
89% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: SugoiPenguin Gaming
Windows
As lord of the smallest noble house sworn to your Liege, you must lead your people and family through turmoil. In this choose your own adventure RPG, can you grow your influence while keeping neighbors from taking over thy lands? Pick everything from house name, sigil, and commands for your house!
Why similar: Diplomacy 26.5% ★, Choices Matter 12.6%, Resource Management 12%, RPG 9.7%, Character Customization 9.1%
- #12 Romance of the Three Kingdoms III
90% matchMostly Negative36% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms III" was released in 1992. The battle for unification moves from a Force base to a City base. Players issue orders to their retainers to effectively protect and expand their city, while simultaneously trying to unify the 46 main cities spread across China.
Why similar: Diplomacy 35.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19.4%, Character Customization 10.5%, Military 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.6%
- #13 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 154 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Tenkasousei," which was released in 2003 as the 11th game in the series. Lord of Creation or King of Destruction... Administration and battle depicted in full 3D for the first time in the series.
Why similar: Diplomacy 33.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Character Customization 11.2%, Military 8.6%, Resource Management 8.3%
- #14 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XII with Power Up Kit
88% matchMostly Positive74% of 496 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12," which was released in 2012 as the 12th game in the series. The stage is set. Create the story.
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.8%, Character Customization 10.7%, Military 8.8%, Resource Management 8.8%
- #15 Mortis Chronicles: Tale of Cowardice
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Radiance Digital
Windows · Mac
A 2D turn-based RPG set in a mythical world where humans and demons collide! Conjure powerful spells, master unique skill trees, and strategically dictate the fate of each fight.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Open World 13.3%, Character Customization 10.6%, Choices Matter 7.4%
- #16 Conquero : Rise or Kneel
86% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Tugrul Kavasgil
Windows
Conquero is a turn-based strategy game with procedurally generated maps. Research, build, and upgrade armies. Manage food, taxes, and happiness to grow your realm. Hire mercenaries, explore ruins, siege castles, and face disasters, bandits, pirates, and rival nobles to conquer the land.
Why similar: Diplomacy 32% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 24.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Strategy 11.1%, Choices Matter 10.1%
- #17 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8 REMAKE
84% matchMixed50% of 3,959 reviews2024
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Theater of war, infinite drama. A masterpiece of historical simulation "ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8" is revived after 20 years. Enjoy the greatest military drama in the Three Kingdoms series, with the largest number of officers and scenarios!
Why similar: Diplomacy 38.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Character Customization 11.9%, Military 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #18 Ashbane
85% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Shiverblade Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ashbane is a turn-based tactics RPG built around expeditions. Recruit Freeblades, grow your roster, and deploy a warband to accept paid jobs or launch your own raids. Choose your path, push deeper, and bear the cost.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.3%, RPG 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Strategy 12.6%, Character Customization 12.3%
- #19 Dictator Simulator: Gradnar
84% matchVery Positive98% of 93 reviews2025
Dev: GortagonGame
Windows
Become the Dictator of Gradnar! Rule the nation, choose between democracy and tyranny, wage wars with a unique card-based mechanic, and expand your empire. A political dystopia packed with satire and humor!
Why similar: Diplomacy 36.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Nonlinear 11.9%, Choices Matter 8.8%, Resource Management 8.4%
- #20 Romance of the Three Kingdoms V with Power Up Kit
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 113 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Released in 1995, "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅴ with Power Up Kit" is the enhanced version of the 5th release in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms series. It places more focus on the common people with "Fame," which was an indicator of how well the Ruler grasped the hearts of the people.
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Character Customization 11.8%, Military 8.8%, Resource Management 8.1%
- #21 魔石
83% match1 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: ZCN Games
Windows
In a vast continent, there is a country called Reese, where ancient human civilization lives for hundreds of years of peace. Until one day, evil forces descended from the sky and launched the most brutal attack in history, plunging Reese into endless chaos...
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 45.8%, Character Customization 18.5%, RPG 16.5%, Choices Matter 9.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #22 Brave Saga: Artifact Reborn
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 水狗工作室
Windows · Mac
《Brave Saga: Artifact Reborn》is a customizable RPG game where you take on the role of a hero, search for suitable teammates to embark on an adventure together, find the seven legendary artifacts, crush the enemy's conspiracy, and ultimately defeat powerful enemies to save the world!
Why similar: Character Customization 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Open World 14.5%, RPG 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
- #23 Three Kingdoms: Rival Mandates
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TEVROK
Windows · Mac
Choose your ruler, recruit officers, develop your cities, and win the war. Three Kingdoms: Rival Mandates is a strategy game set in the Three Kingdoms era. Grow your power through domestic affairs and diplomacy, and use your officers’ abilities and special skills in turn-based battles.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Strategy 13.6%, Resource Management 6.2%
- #24 SPARTA 2035 Prologue & Sea of Pirates DLC
81% matchMostly Positive81% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Lipsar Studio
Windows
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.4%, Strategy 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, RPG 11.8%, Character Customization 10.7%
- #25 Code Of Superheroes
81% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: SimProse Studios
Windows
A strategic turn-based game where you play a superhero in a randomly generated world. Battle villains, play side games and experience many different adventures with lots of choices and variation.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Resource Management 10.8%, Strategy 9.3%, Choices Matter 8.6%
- #26 Vox Populi II: 2026-2029
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Velsin
Windows
Create or choose a character with a fully customizable ideology, campaign in elections across numerous countries, then take control of Parliament and the government to lead your nation as you see fit! Your own objectives will determine your victory conditions!
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.5%, Character Customization 12.1%, Strategy 11.2%, Nonlinear 9.1%
- #27 Crisis Cabinet
79% match4 user reviews60% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Function Labs LimitedPub: Function Labs
Windows
Lead a nation through elections, unrest, war, scandals and economic collapse in this turn-based political strategy simulation. Spend political capital, manage budgets, survive crises and decide how far you’ll go to stay in power.
Why similar: Diplomacy 41.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Military 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%, Strategy 7.2%
- #28 Legions
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: MindscapePub: SNEG
Windows
In Legions, lead your empire to glory across 10 historical scenarios, from Caesar’s conquest of Gaul to the rise of Charlemagne. Master diplomacy, economy, and military strategy to dominate rivals in this immersive strategy game set in the ancient world.
Why similar: Diplomacy 56.9% ★, Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #29 SIM Election USA
78% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: SunsixStudios
Windows
Run a presidential campaign in this turn-based strategy game where you manage funding, media, and political influence to win the election.
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Resource Management 9.5%, Strategy 8.8%
- #30 Diabolocracy
77% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Chaos Gremlin Games
Windows
Diabolocracy is hatemail for corporate bureaucracy in roguelite turn-based tactics form. Build your team of corporate hellions, battle other Sins for supremacy, survive meetings, and choose your SIN-ergies wisely. Can you complete your hostile takeover before the boss gets back from vacation?
Why similar: Dark Comedy 25.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Management 9%, Choices Matter 8.4%
- #31 All Hands
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terrestrial Software
Windows
All Hands is a Sci-fi Strategy RPG with Turn Based combat and a focus on relationship management with the Corporate Nations that rule the stars. Journey with your fleet through the universe dealing with the situations that present themselves, and face the reward or consequences of your choices.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.8%, Nonlinear 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, RPG 11%, Strategy 10.1%
- #32 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Soutenroku with Power Up Kit
78% matchMixed63% of 89 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Soutenroku with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Soutenroku," which was released in 2002 as the 10th game in the series. With the theme "Retainers supplant Lords," for the first time in the series, players can play as a retainer officer.
Why similar: Diplomacy 36.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19.2%, Character Customization 10.6%, Military 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%
- #33 Slavic Warband
75% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Jar Games
Windows · Linux
Slavic Warband is a tactical RPG in which you lead a pack of peasants searching for a better life in early medieval Eastern Europe. Explore, fight, equip, and level up your company to ultimately create your own small kingdom.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.8%, RPG 21.1%, Strategy 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Open World 14.7%
- #34 Feudal Baron: King's Land: Prologue
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sim Farm S.A.
Windows
Would you make a good Feudal Baron? Establish and develop a medieval settlement. Create a prosperous city, take care of its inhabitants and make tough decisions.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.7% ★, Resource Management 19.6%, Nonlinear 16.1%, Strategy 14.7%, Realistic 8.1%
- #35 Romance of the Three Kingdoms II
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 42 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms II" is the second in the series and was first released in 1989. Experience the strategies of the Three Kingdom. A variety of strategies brings the world of the Three Kingdoms to vivid life. Players take the role of a Ruler of the time and strategize their way into total control.
Why similar: Diplomacy 39.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Military 10.1%, Resource Management 9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #36 Contract Corps: Lead your Aces
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nightfall Foundry
Windows
Turn-based strategy where elite squad tactics meet 200v200 battlefields. Combine direct hero control with indirect orders to your wider army. Minimal wait times as the AI executes its turns simultaneously. Customize unit loadouts and skill trees, and wage multi-mission battles on procedural maps.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 30.1%, Character Customization 18.6%, Strategy 11.6%, RPG 9.9%, Management 9.8%
- #37 CEO Sim: Cyberpunk
72% matchPositive80% of 29 reviews2026
Dev: JAD Labs
Windows · Mac
As CEO of a cyberpunk corporation, lead your company through crisis, corporate wars, and boardroom pressure in this turn-based economic strategy game. Analyze reports, manage initiatives, and make long-term decisions that shape the future of your corporation.
Why similar: Diplomacy 38.7% ★, Resource Management 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%, Choices Matter 9.5%
- #38 OverTime
75% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Heart Art Games
Windows
An adventure-RPG game with a set of fresh gameplay mechanics, inspired by cult classics such as the Gothic game series.
Why similar: Open World 23.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, RPG 13.3%, Nonlinear 11.7%, Choices Matter 8.9%
- #39 House of Legacy
71% matchVery Positive83% of 3,987 reviews2025
Dev: S3 StudioPub: Thermite Games
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Step into the shoes of a fallen clan leader, starting with nothing but a crumbling estate and a handful of hopes, rising through careful planning, trade, and diplomacy to become one of the most powerful families in the land. Now it’s time to forge a legendary dynasty that leaves its mark on history.
Why similar: Diplomacy 50.3% ★, Open World 15.5%, Resource Management 10.3%, Management 9.1%, RPG 7.7%
- #40 Revolution Triumph
76% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: KomGamesStudio
Windows
Revolution Triumph - step-by-step strategy for the Russian Civil war. The game reflects the events of the battle of Tsaritsyn. You will have to manage the course of hostilities, as well as monitor the situation on the entire southern front.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Strategy 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Military 10.9%, Management 10.8%
- #41 Socialize: 2023
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rokyte Studio
Windows
If you're a fan of Altis life, DarkRP, GTAV RP and more, Socialize is the multiplayer role-playing game you've been waiting for! Join a unique community that will fit your vision of roleplaying in this endless living world and write your own story with no limits!
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.6% ★, Nonlinear 15.8%, Open World 14.4%, Character Customization 10.7%, Resource Management 9.2%
- #42 Khaligrad
73% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Orbi Universo Team
Windows · Linux
Slip on the boots of a freshly-arrived officer in Khaligrad, a strategy game that plunges you into the heart of a grueling military campaign. Lead your battalion for the Empire or the Union, with intense turn-based battles and unforgiving management phases.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 33%, Strategy 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Military 9.9%, Management 9.1%
- #43 Gobs and Gods
72% matchVery Positive96% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: Space Peons
Windows · Linux
Hire a band of almost-heroic goblins to fight and die for you in tactical turn-based battles, accomplish silly quests for the weird inhabitants of this fantastic world, and truly become a god - at least by goblin standards.
Why similar: Dark Comedy 22.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Character Customization 14%, Open World 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%
- #44 Falnarion Tactics: Oathbreaker
73% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Team Syukino
Windows
Choose a side and fight a series of action-packed quests to dominate the world of Nerfelo in this SRPG.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 36.2%, RPG 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Strategy 16.2%, War 6.7%
- #45 Throneforged
71% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Genesis Worlds
Windows
Forge your empire. Claim the throne. A competitive 4X strategy game where every tile matters, every decision counts, ZERO RNG, and one win condition exists. Claim the central Throne and hold it for 10 turns.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Character Customization 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Military 6.9%
- #46 Dead Famous
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Get On This
Windows
Run a turn-based horror movie studio where every production becomes a story. Draft volatile stars—or import your own cast—commission films, manage feuds and rivals, create iconic killers, design posters and build a Horrorwood legacy.
Why similar: Dark Comedy 24.3%, Strategy 15.1%, Resource Management 13.8%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Management 12.5%
- #47 Valor and Glory: Napoleonic Wars
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zeuta Caffe
Windows
Take on the campaign and lead one of 5 factions in an epic war to defend your lands and drive out the enemies.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.3%, Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Military 10.4%, Management 9.7%
- #48 Noir Tycoon
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Joybyte GamesPub: Empera Games
Windows
Build your criminal empire in the turbulent 1960s, manage rackets, outsmart rival gangs, and rise from the streets to the top of the underworld.
Why similar: Diplomacy 41% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Strategy 10.3%, Management 9.2%
- #49 Tenderfoot Tactics
69% matchVery Positive81% of 271 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin MaxonPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A party of goblins, granted magic by an ancient spirit, wanders the archipelago, fighting back the terrible Fog. Wield elemental power with wild repercussions in this open-world tactics RPG.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.8%, Nonlinear 16.2%, Character Customization 14.7%, Open World 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%
- #50 Romance of the Three Kingdoms
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 35 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms" was first released in 1985. It was the first historical simulation game released in Japan based on the Chinese classical literature "Romance of the Three Kingdoms". Players become the leaders of their countries and strive to unite the land under their rule.
Why similar: Diplomacy 39.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Military 10%, Resource Management 9.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%
- #51 NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Shouseiroku with Power Up Kit
70% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Shoseiroku with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Shoseiroku," which was released in 1997 as the 7th game in the series. In Shoseiroku, the theme is "The Warring States from the viewpoint of a Castle Daimyou.
Why similar: Diplomacy 42.3% ★, Character Customization 12.8%, Military 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, War 7.7%
- #52 End State
68% matchMixed65% of 142 reviews2022
Dev: Finger Squad
Windows
End State is a turn-based tactics game where you manage a mercenary company tracking down a terrorists in a war-torn country. Hire, gear up and gain experience for your mercenaries. Take on rebels and criminal gangs, do side contracts and explore Brekovia.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.1%, Character Customization 18.6%, Strategy 10.3%, Realistic 9%, Military 8.9%
- #53 Political Mastery
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Powehi Games
Windows · Mac
Every decision reshapes the nation’s future. Manage powerful lobbies, control the media narrative, balance swing states, and turn crises into opportunity. In Political Mastery, power hangs by a thread of strategy and reputation. The White House won’t wait for you — you must claim it.
Why similar: Diplomacy 36.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 23.4%, Strategy 15%, Resource Management 10.1%, Management 7%
- #54 Fantasy Sino-Japanese War:Rebirth
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 贪玩狗工作室
Windows
Dragons roar, history bends. As Admiral Ding Ruchang, you command magical sea beasts, not ships, in this thrilling SRPG. After a crushing defeat, lead the Beiyang Fleet's last hope against Japan's monsters. Rewrite the Sino-Japanese War.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 35.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 16.2%, RPG 16.1%, Party-Based RPG 7.8%
- #55 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit
69% matchMixed64% of 74 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden," which was released in 1999 as the 8th game in the series. Reppuden is a strategy based simulation game in which players delve into the lives of the heroes who roamed the chaotic Warring States period.
Why similar: Diplomacy 42.2% ★, Character Customization 12.2%, Military 10.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, War 7.8%
- #56 Chronicles: Medieval
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Raw Power Games
Windows
Step into a vast, dynamic medieval sandbox set in the age of the Hundred Years' War. Explore a brutal but beautiful, historically grounded Europe, command armies in massive battles, leave a mark the chroniclers can't ignore as you make your name one fight at a time. What story will you write?
Why similar: Diplomacy 37.8% ★, Open World 17.5%, Character Customization 10.4%, Choices Matter 9.2%, Strategy 8.8%
- #57 Lawgivers II
67% matchMostly Positive70% of 712 reviews2023
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lawgivers II is a political sandbox game that features multiple electoral systems, approve/reject bills and govern a country. Start out your career from the very bottom, and perhaps one day, lead your nation to become the most influential in the world.
Why similar: Diplomacy 41.5% ★, Character Customization 13.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Choices Matter 8.9%
- #58 Master of Galaxies
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zbigniew Peter Dudkowski
Windows
Master of Galaxies is a turn based space strategy game. Explore the galaxy and settle new planets. Research technologies and design powerful ships. Each planet can have a leader and a lot of buildings and worker improvements. Managing the empire is totally new and unique!
Why similar: Diplomacy 35.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Strategy 17.9%, Top-Down 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.1%
- #59 Colonies At War
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: John GregoryPub: Jgregorygames
Windows
Choose from 29 nations in this 19th-century strategy turn-based game. Conquer valuable lands, build armies and navies, forge alliances, wage war, and lead your nation to global dominance.
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 25.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Strategy 9.7%, Resource Management 8.9%
- #60 Ara History Untold: Anniversary Edition
65% matchMixed69% of 2,301 reviews2024
Dev: Oxide GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Diplomacy 36.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Resource Management 12.6%, Strategy 9.8%, Military 8.1%