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  1. #1 Dominions - Priests, Prophets & Pretenders
    97% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Illwinter Game Design
    Windows · Linux

    In Dominions you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. It all takes place in a fantasy world with monsters, magic items and world altering spells. Dominions is a 4x turn based strategy game with a large variety of spells and units.

    Why similar: 4X 54.9%, Strategy 25.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%

  2. #2 Feudalism
    96% matchMostly Negative33% of 45 reviews2016
    Dev: ImagimotionPub: IV Productions
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Conquer Europe, become an Emperor. Build your family’s dynasty through seven centuries, from 800 A.D. to 1492 A.D., up until the inevitable collapse of the feudal system.

    Why similar: 4X 62.6%, Strategy 37.4%

  3. #3 Pandora: First Contact
    96% matchMixed63% of 638 reviews2014
    Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 41.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.

    Why similar: 4X 57.6%, Strategy 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Simulation 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  4. #4 Armada 2526 Gold Edition
    95% matchMixed68% of 108 reviews2013
    Dev: Ntronium GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    Conquer the Galaxy In This ‘4x’ Strategy Game. Lead one of 18 different alien races to become a mighty pan-galactic empire. Manage your colonies, deploy your fleets and conduct research. Plot your strategy and turn your planets into mighty bastions.

    Why similar: 4X 48.9%, Strategy 34.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%

  5. #5 Defense X
    94% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Hcenter GamePub: 30 Game Studio
    Windows

    Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.

    Why similar: 4X 46.5%, Strategy 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Top-Down 7.4%, Simulation 7%

  6. #6 Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack
    93% matchVery Positive91% of 552 reviews2024
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack includes the original Alpha Centauri and the expansion, Alien Crossfire.

    Why similar: 4X 66.2%, Strategy 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  7. #7 Space Empires IV Deluxe
    94% matchVery Positive86% of 285 reviews2006
    Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    The award-winning Space Empires IV Deluxe is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. A grand strategy title in the space 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) genre, Space Empires has already found a place in the heart of strategy gamers everywhere.

    Why similar: 4X 63.8%, Strategy 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  8. #8 Askara
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lazy Kitty
    Windows

    Askara is a rogue-like turn-based tactics game, you choose how long each run takes, from a half an hour, to a few days if you want to! Multiple layers of mechanics mesh together to ensure that every run will be unique. It is easy to pick up, but will take years to master.

    Why similar: 4X 40.9%, Tactical RPG 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 14.1%, Top-Down 5.2%

  9. #9 Civilization IV®: Warlords
    91% matchVery Positive91% of 532 reviews2007
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 12 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords is the first expansion pack for the award-winning game that has become an instant world-wide hit. Paying homage to some of history's greatest military leaders, the expansion delivers six unique and interesting scenarios, giving players the chance to change the course of history with the help of their...

    Why similar: 4X 50.9%, Strategy 30.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  10. #10 Master of Orion 3
    90% matchMixed53% of 183 reviews2016
    Dev: Quicksilver SoftwarePub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.

    Why similar: 4X 71.7%, Strategy 28.3%

  11. #11 Stars in Shadow
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 816 reviews2017
    Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.

    Why similar: 4X 62.2%, Strategy 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%

  12. #12 Fantastic Creatures
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2019
    Dev: Blue Callisto
    Windows · Linux

    Mythological Units. Ancient China. Experience a turn-based 4X strategy game where the land around you is slowly dying. Incarnate one of the four Fantastic Creatures: Dragon, Tiger, Turtle or Vermilion Bird and fight for survival.

    Why similar: 4X 44.1%, Strategy 34.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Simulation 3.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  13. #13 Master of Orion 1
    88% matchVery Positive90% of 436 reviews2016
    Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

    Why similar: 4X 70%, Strategy 22%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  14. #14 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
    87% matchMixed44% of 956 reviews2012
    Dev: Kerberos ProductionsPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    The Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included.

    Why similar: 4X 65.4%, Strategy 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  15. #15 Space Empires V
    86% matchMostly Positive73% of 469 reviews2006
    Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.

    Why similar: 4X 63.4%, Strategy 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  16. #16 Guildmaster’s Quest
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 4 Lakes Games
    Windows

    You were brought to another world by a goddess to rebuild humanity’s strength… but every death, disease, and war fuels the Demon Lord’s return. Manage your guild, guide adventurers, and help shape kingdoms as time ticks toward the inevitable. Can you save this world before it collapses?

    Why similar: 4X 45.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Tactical RPG 18.5%, Strategy 15.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  17. #17 Diehexegy
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Aebersoft
    Windows · Linux

    Diehexegy is a hex grid turn-based 4x game with a unique twist: your armies are composed of dice. It has multiple victory conditions and straightforward gameplay.

    Why similar: 4X 55%, Strategy 24.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  18. #18 Lords of the Black Sun
    85% matchMostly Negative20% of 395 reviews2014
    Dev: Arkavi StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.

    Why similar: 4X 62.6%, Strategy 26.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%

  19. #19 Age of Wonders III
    84% matchVery Positive80% of 12,750 reviews2014
    Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!

    Why similar: 4X 42.3%, Strategy 31.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  20. #20 Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
    83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,918 reviews2007
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 44.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit.

    Why similar: 4X 50%, Strategy 24.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  21. #21 ENDLESS™ Space - Definitive Edition
    82% matchVery Positive81% of 9,559 reviews2012
    Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    ENDLESS™ Space is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS™ Universe, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.

    Why similar: 4X 55.8%, Strategy 28%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%, Simulation 0.4%

  22. #22 荒野国度 LEGENDS OF THE WILD
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 圆桌工作室Pub: 瓦弄游戏
    Windows

    Recruit animal heroes, understand their attributes and create your own team Conquer land with your allies, make rational use of all resources on the continent, and defeat enemies from other faction Step by step, move towards the center of the continent, and finally seize the heart of the world.

    Why similar: 4X 56.2%, Strategy 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%

  23. #23 1492 - Colonization of the New World
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Salty Olives
    Windows · Linux

    Chart your nation’s rise in 1492 Colonization of the New World, a turn-based strategy game where you explore, settle, trade, and lead your colonies to independence amid rival empires and native alliances during the Age of Discovery.

    Why similar: 4X 49.7%, Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Top-Down 6.5%, Simulation 5.1%

  24. #24 Jon Shafer's At the Gates
    80% matchMixed41% of 498 reviews2019
    Dev: Conifer Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    At the Gates is an indie strategy game from Jon Shafer, designer of Civilization 5. You are a dark age lord building a kingdom to replace the crumbling Roman Empire. Manage your clans, explore the landscape around you, harvest its resources, and build a mighty economic and military machine.

    Why similar: 4X 54.8%, Strategy 45.2%

  25. #25 Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection
    79% matchVery Positive88% of 705 reviews2010
    Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.Pub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 28.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection is the original Sword of the Stars games and the three expansions Born of Blood, A Murder of Crows and Argos Naval Yard. It is the year 2405, and human scientists have discovered a new technology that allows travel from star to star at speeds faster than light.

    Why similar: 4X 66.3%, Strategy 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  26. #26 Worshippers
    78% matchMostly Positive79% of 105 reviews2018
    Dev: Brainwashing Games
    Windows

    It's hard to be a god! Worshipper is a fast-paced strategy combined with collectible card game. Explore and conquer the land, face dreadful creatures, lead your people to glory! With every victory you will unlock new units, spells and buildings, use them to develop your own unique strategies!

    Why similar: 4X 52.4%, Strategy 24.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%

  27. #27 Grand Strategy: The Three Kingdoms
    76% 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 51.9%, Strategy 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Top-Down 6.1%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  28. #28 Children of the Galaxy
    78% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2017
    Dev: Filip Dusek, Empty Keys
    Windows

    Children of the Galaxy is a grand scale 4x turn-based strategy game with a turn-based combat and tactical elements. You can explore the galaxy, colonize planets and build huge armies of starships to fight in epic space battles.

    Why similar: 4X 64.2%, Strategy 27.2%, Simulation 8.6%

  29. #29 Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 1,513 reviews2008
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 30 minMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game experience in which players will lead a European...

    Why similar: 4X 49.3%, Strategy 27.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%, Simulation 0.7%

  30. #30 Hero Generations
    77% matchMixed55% of 224 reviews2015
    Dev: Heart Shaped Games LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    The original roguelike/4X strategy game where every turn is one year of your life. Explore, find a mate, build a home, and raise a child before you die to keep your legacy going. Praised as "the offspring of Sid Meier's Civilization, Passage, and The Legend of Zelda." IndieCade Finalist.

    Why similar: 4X 53.7%, Strategy 26.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Simulation 3.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  31. #31 Stellar Monarch 2
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 123 reviews2022
    Dev: Silver Lemur Games
    Windows

    Stellar Monarch 2 is a feudal space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. Great noble houses, usurpers to the throne, rebels, assassins, court intrigues, disloyal admirals, incompetent governors and ever-present alien threat.

    Why similar: 4X 59.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Strategy 19.8%

  32. #32 Dominium Mundi
    76% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Dusan Petrovic
    Windows · Linux

    Dominium Mundi is a lightweight 4X strategy game set in the medieval period where 4 players compete to create the most influential empire. Expand your empire over the map, convert more people to your religion, and control more trade routes.

    Why similar: 4X 67.2%, Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  33. #33 Master of Orion
    75% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,105 reviews2016
    Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 101.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.

    Why similar: 4X 69.7%, Strategy 27.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  34. #34 Warlock - Master of the Arcane
    74% matchVery Positive86% of 2,624 reviews2012
    Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    In a time of chaotic upheaval, the player takes the role of a great mage, a warlord vying for ultimate power.

    Why similar: 4X 48.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 27.5%, Strategy 23.6%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  35. #35 EOL: End Of Line
    74% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: MLS Games, LLC
    Windows

    A sci-fi turn-based strategy game, no gimmicky mechanics just pure 4x glory.

    Why similar: 4X 51.3%, Strategy 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Top-Down 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  36. #36 ENDLESS™ Legend
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 18,949 reviews2014
    Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!

    Why similar: 4X 55.4%, Strategy 24.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  37. #37 Dominions 2 - The Ascension Wars
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Illwinter Game Design
    Windows · Linux

    Dominions II is turn based fantasy game in which you take the role of a powerful being that is trying to become the supreme god. The type of Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to old dragons or statues. The game features a large variety of spells and units.

    Why similar: 4X 67.3%, Strategy 31.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  38. #38 Worlds of Magic
    73% matchMixed50% of 586 reviews2015
    Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Worlds of Magic is a 4X turn-based strategy game. Players can explore and conquer an almost limitless number of procedurally generated universes, using military and magical power to overcome their foes. Found cities, raise armies, research and cast spells, hire powerful heroes, and create powerful magical artifacts.

    Why similar: 4X 52.4%, Strategy 30%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%

  39. #39 Master of Luna
    70% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: Aleksandr Tiupin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Master of Luna is a turn-based strategy game where you take the role of a half-forgotten deity seeking to regain their former power. It features powerful magic, tactical battles, city building, sweet pixel art and a calm melancholic atmosphere.

    Why similar: 4X 55.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, Strategy 16.1%, Tactical RPG 8.2%, Singleplayer 1%

  40. #40 Godking: Master of Rituals
    72% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2020
    Dev: Sensiga
    Windows

    Godking: Master of Rituals is a fantasy strategy game inspired by great classics, bringing a host of new features and a rich new world to conquer. Pick your faction and your god-like avatar. Build your empire and crush all enemies in this glorious 4X with endless replayability.

    Why similar: Strategy 49.5%, 4X 36.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%

  41. #41 WarKind
    72% matchMixed53% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: MajerGames
    Windows

    Turn-based strategy game with different races and heroes

    Why similar: 4X 55%, Strategy 25%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%

  42. #42 Warlock 2: The Exiled
    71% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,292 reviews2014
    Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Warlock 2 is a turn-based strategy game of fantasy warfare. Rival against Great Mages, lead mighty armies into fierce battles, wield ancient magic and faith as your weapons.

    Why similar: 4X 47.7%, Strategy 30.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%

  43. #43 Napoleon 1813
    69% 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 52.4%, Strategy 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Top-Down 7%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  44. #44 The Mystic
    71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: PipeDream
    Windows

    The Mystic is a dark fantasy, turn-based strategy game. Become a follower of the first gods, gain their favour, overthrow the High King by innovative combat and magic systems and establish harmony. The game offers an exciting campaign full of twists, battles and difficult decisions and multiplayer.

    Why similar: 4X 52.9%, Strategy 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  45. #45 Wizard Warfare
    70% 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: 4X 60%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Strategy 18%, Singleplayer 0.6%

  46. #46 Siege of Turtle Enclave
    71% matchMostly Negative29% of 17 reviews2015
    Dev: The Conjurer's Tower
    Windows · Linux

    A turn based strategy game with real time battles! Build up your settlement, train mighty armies, research technologies, cast spells, discover hidden goodies and more as you fight your way across the map to overthrow the enemy warlord in his keep!

    Why similar: 4X 66.5%, Strategy 33.5%

  47. #47 Commander: World War II
    69% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2023
    Dev: GoldenGod Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Commander: World War II is a turn-based tactical game where you lead either the Allies or the Axis to victory. Deploy infantry, tanks, planes, and naval units, capture locations, use the terrain, and counter specialized units in intense battles. Design your own maps and dominate the battlefield.

    Why similar: 4X 53.2%, Strategy 22.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Top-Down 6.2%

  48. #48 Abyssal
    68% matchPositive84% of 45 reviews2024
    Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    A 3D turn-based strategy game where a Monk, wielding arcane magic, and his minions battle hordes of Eldritch-like creatures.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 37.9%, Strategy 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 25%, Top-Down 11%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  49. #49 Master of Orion 2
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,693 reviews2016
    Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 18 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

    Why similar: 4X 65.9%, Strategy 24.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%

  50. #50 Predestination
    70% matchMixed45% of 86 reviews2019
    Dev: Brain and Nerd Ltd
    Windows

    Predestination is a turn-based sci-fi 4X game set in the distant past of our own galaxy. Ships from countless races are flung back in time by a powerful hostile race known as the Revenants, and must now work to rebuild their empires and somehow stop the Revenants in the past.

    Why similar: 4X 58.7%, Strategy 28.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%

  51. #51 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
    68% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Aserisoft
    Windows · Mac

    Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms is a turn-based 4X grand strategy game, played on a procedurally generated world. Battles are real-time and tactical. Every world-map and battlefield is entirely unique, so this game will always have something to throw at you.

    Why similar: 4X 53.4%, Strategy 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Simulation 4.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  52. #52 Vega Chronicle
    68% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Just Add Lava
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Choose peace or destruction to conquer the stars in this turn-based 4X game. Trade and negotiate with alien civilizations. Command semi-autonomous fleets in real-time combat. Explore the galaxy and build your colonies. Unlock ancestral virtues to enhance your civilization for the next play-through.

    Why similar: 4X 59.4%, Strategy 25.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  53. #53 三国画卷
    66% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2026
    Dev: 三国画卷制作组
    Windows

    "Three Kingdoms Scroll" is a game that respects authentic historical elements, with careful research into historical details as the foundation of its design. We have strived to make this title a Three Kingdoms-themed strategy game that emphasizes local culture, traditions, and human connections.

    Why similar: 4X 51.7%, Strategy 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Simulation 7.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  54. #54 Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 3,559 reviews2006
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new...

    Why similar: 4X 47.3%, Strategy 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.4%, Simulation 1%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  55. #55 War and Magic: Kingdom Reborn
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GOAT Games
    Windows

    A free 4X wargame combining real-time and turn-based tactical gameplay. Quick strategy game that’s easy to pick up, but winning depends on your strategy!

    Why similar: 4X 48%, Strategy 19.4%, Tactical RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Top-Down 5.4%

  56. #56 Ashes & Blood
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Small Strategy
    Windows · Mac

    Ashes & Blood is a fantasy strategy RPG with fast paced tactical battles and a 4X sandbox campaign. Break the rules, build absurd combos, exploit the world, and unlock even more chaos with each run. Turn based strategy has never been this unhinged.

    Why similar: 4X 46.6%, Tactical RPG 21.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Strategy 13.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  57. #57 Xenia's Ark
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2021
    Dev: Malicious Games
    Windows

    Xenia’s Ark is a new turn-based, 4X Sci-Fi Strategy Game developed by Malicious Games that blends Planetary, Star System and Galaxy maps with new takes on traditional 4X mechanics. If you want a comfortable 4X strategy game with new systems and twists, it's time you embarked on Xenia's Ark.

    Why similar: Strategy 50.6%, 4X 49.4%

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