- #1 Ever War
97% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Utium Games
Windows
Ever War is a turn-based strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. This game combines empire-building, resource management and large-scale tactical turn-based battles.
Why similar: 4X 22.9% ★, Hex Grid 14.2% ★, Grand Strategy 11% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%
- #2 Imperial Kingdoms
96% 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 27.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Hex Grid 8.1% ★, Strategy 7.5%
- #3 Great Powers
96% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2025
Dev: Flame-Dragons
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 4x global turn-based strategy game with a well-developed economic and military model.
Why similar: 4X 23% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Hex Grid 15.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.2%
- #4 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
95% matchVery Positive88% of 1,626 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 18.7% ★, Hex Grid 14.5% ★, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, Historical 8.3%, Economy 8.2%
- #5 Imperial Ambitions
94% 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: 4X 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.4% ★, Hex Grid 12.6% ★, Colony Sim 9.4% ★, Economy 9.2%
- #6 Astro Protocol
94% matchPositive98% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: Null Vector Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Astro Protocol is a high-stakes, turn-based 4X space strategy game distilled into intense one-hour matches. Six factions, randomized maps, tech trees, and anomalies ensure every run is unique. Victories are earned against challenging opponents that play to win.
Why similar: 4X 23.3% ★, Hex Grid 13.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Grand Strategy 10% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 9.9%
- #7 BOC: Birth of Cultures
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Code::Arts
Windows
BoC is a historical 4X strategy game. Play on diverse planets with climate simulation and non-linear progression over the last 60,000 years of human evolution. Develop your own ancient civilization starting as a nomadic tribe from the last Ice Age.
Why similar: 4X 23% ★, Hex Grid 16.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.9% ★, Resource Management 8.1%, Historical 8%
- #8 Napoleon 1813
92% 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 29.9% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Strategy 8%
- #9 Deity Empires
91% matchVery Positive86% of 338 reviews2018
Dev: BaileyHausdorff Systems
Windows
Deity Empires is a 4X, turn-based strategy game with a powerful “just one more turn” feel! Enter an intricate fantasy world as one of many deities posed to become ruler of the world.
Why similar: 4X 26.2% ★, Hex Grid 18.3% ★, Dwarf 15.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #10 Critias Empire
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crystalline Green Ltd.
Windows
Turn-Based 4X-like Strategy: Build the peaceful kingdom of Atlantis into a flourishing civilization. Plan carefully or be ready to adapt as the ancient Gods of Olympus rain down floods, earthquakes, volcanoes and all types of disaster.
Why similar: 4X 25.3% ★, Grand Strategy 13.5% ★, Hex Grid 11.9% ★, Colony Sim 10.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%
- #11 Kingdoms of Myth
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Marcos Cruz
Windows
Lead a global army with unique units and heroes, each with their own skills. Kingdoms of Myth features 100 civilizations with unique armies, tech, and skills, providing diverse ways to defeat enemies.
Why similar: 4X 26% ★, Tactical RPG 13.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Historical 9%
- #12 Clay Soldiers
89% matchMixed55% of 44 reviews2023
Dev: ArchDawn
Windows · Mac · Linux
The war rages on, choose to side with the Mercenaries, the Undead, the Angels, and more! Play through the single-player campaign, unifying the factions. Fight against other players and AI in the battleground's mode! Or strive for a conquest that takes you through the ages in war mode.
Why similar: 4X 22.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, Economy 8.9%
- #13 Beard of Stone
89% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Dwarfaparte Games
Windows
4x turn based strategy mixed with real time (turn stealing) bidding mechanics. Complete single player or competitive online matches with up to 4 players in a single sitting, while telling the history of a fantasy world from the creation of its continents to the twilight of its gods.
Why similar: 4X 32.5% ★, Hex Grid 18% ★, Dwarf 15.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Strategy 5.9%
- #14 Politon
87% matchVery Positive90% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
Politon: A turn-based strategy game that will push your strategic and management skills to the limit! Expand your territory, strengthen your economy, and outsmart your enemies by planning your strategy carefully.
Why similar: 4X 23.6% ★, Hex Grid 19.6% ★, Grand Strategy 13.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%
- #15 Shardorium
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Turtle Speed Development
Windows · Mac · Linux
Indie turn-based strategy game. Capture the whole shard by defeating their guards, build your own stronghold, level up your heroes and equip most powerful items!
Why similar: Hex Grid 29.8% ★, 4X 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Grid-Based Movement 7.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%
- #16 The Ancients
86% matchMixed58% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: GorillaSoftWorksPub: Camlann Games
Windows
The Ancients is a turn-based survival strategy game where you lead a prehistoric hunter-gatherer tribe through the last ice age. Survive the elements, hunt fierce animals, migrate to new continents, advance your technology, make social and political tribe decisions, and evolve your civilization.
Why similar: 4X 22.2% ★, Hex Grid 17% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Historical 10.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #17 Cosmist
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gulbrandr Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Conquer the galaxy in this arcade-like strategy game. Pick and send your generals to deploy the fleet in the far-off star sectors, mine resources, and upgrade your ships forgeries. Deities might interfere with your plans.
Why similar: 4X 35.4% ★, Grand Strategy 22.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Resource Management 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%
- #18 Space Empires I
85% matchMixed54% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Space Empires I is the first chapter of the Space Empires series. A classic galactic conquest and turn-based strategy video game where you are the leader of a race of intelligent beings building large spaceships for interplanetary and interstellar travel through warp points between star systems.
Why similar: 4X 29% ★, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Strategy 9.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%
- #19 Fantasy General II
84% matchVery Positive81% of 1,900 reviews2019
Dev: Owned by GravityPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: 4X 16.3% ★, Hex Grid 16.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Grand Strategy 12.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%
- #20 Yield! Fall of Rome
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 258 reviews2025
Dev: BillionworldsPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Forge your Kingdom amidst the Ruins of Rome in this turn-based 4X strategy game! As the world crumbles, rebuild civilization and shape your people’s destiny. Unleash your strategic prowess, conquer provinces, and crush all who stand in your way.
Why similar: 4X 20.7% ★, Hex Grid 15.1% ★, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%
- #21 Timeline
84% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Taueon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Timeline is a turn-based strategy game where you can play through the human history from stone age to modern times. In the game you command wide range of units, make them collect resources and build buildings, towns and cities, explore the map and meet other players controlled by AI.
Why similar: 4X 22.7% ★, Hex Grid 12% ★, Historical 9.8%, Economy 9.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #22 扩张吧王国 Expand the Kingdom
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: 奥特斯盗
Windows
"Expand the Kingdom" is a strategy game based on construction and expansion. In the game, you need to expand and plan land, acquire resources to maintain the internal balance of the kingdom, and survive and defeat all opponents in the competition between kingdoms.
Why similar: Hex Grid 36.4% ★, 4X 19.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.6%, Medieval 8.3%
- #23 Nova Historia
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BairdyDev
Windows
A unique 4X real-time historical strategy game, set on a procedurally generated globe. Play from ancient times, right through to the modern day. Expand your empire, build settlements, units, buildings and construct world wonders. Make History, Your Way.
Why similar: 4X 36.3% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Historical 9.7%, Hex Grid 8.6% ★, Strategy 7.9%
- #24 Underfoot Queens
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ElVillano
Windows · Linux
Underfoot Queens is an ant themed 4x where you will lead your species across generations. Explore, forage for food, expand your colony, fight off competitors, and survive the elements on your path to evolution. In the end, only the most adaptable species will survive.
Why similar: 4X 26.7% ★, Colony Sim 17.6% ★, Hex Grid 15.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Grid-Based Movement 10.1%
- #25 Dominium Mundi
81% 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 44.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Historical 8.2%, Strategy 6.9%
- #26 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
80% 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 33.4% ★, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Medieval 9.3%, Strategy 8.7%
- #27 Rise of Realms
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Goat Works Ltd
Windows · Mac
Rise of Realms is a 4X RPG, for 1-6 players, in a medieval fantasy setting. Command an empire and recruit heroes to lead your armies. Use your tactical abilities to conquer the lands and reshape them in your image. Wishlist now.
Why similar: 4X 24.5% ★, Hex Grid 19.5% ★, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Economy 10.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%
- #28 Demise of Nations
79% matchVery Positive81% of 542 reviews2017
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.
Why similar: 4X 28.9% ★, Hex Grid 20.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Historical 10.5%
- #29 1492 - Colonization of the New World
78% 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 34.2% ★, Colony Sim 22.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Strategy 9.3%, Economy 8.2%
- #30 Space Empires III
78% matchPositive80% of 41 reviews2020
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
The third game within the Space Empires series brings the dawn of a new age of exploration. Your race keeps running through the fabric of space and moves to other solar systems beyond your own.
Why similar: 4X 30.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Strategy 9.5%
- #31 All Men Are Brothers / 水浒豪
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 221 Games
Windows
《水浒豪》是一款回合制战略游戏,是《三国志》、《文明》、《欧陆风云》的粉丝们不容错过的作品。您扮演山寨之主,运筹帷幄,纵横捭阖。原著中528位好汉、116处据点、49个势力在游戏中登场。被奸臣谋害,魂断蓼儿洼?呸!洒家要清君侧!慢着……洒家要当皇帝!兀那赵老官!给洒家从宝座上爬下来!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.8% ★, 4X 23.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Historical 15.2%, Strategy 8.4%
- #32 Revival: Recolonization
76% matchMixed69% of 424 reviews2024
Dev: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Set in a post-apoc version of Earth, Revival is a 4x strategy game where the world and its rules can change at key moments, creating a deep and highly replayable experience.
Why similar: 4X 23.7% ★, Hex Grid 19% ★, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Economy 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%
- #33 Terrol
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Max Krupp
Windows
Terrol is a grand strategy game focused on capturing and holding strategic resources. The objective is simple: control all resources and destroy rival empires.
Why similar: 4X 26.8% ★, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%, Strategy 8%
- #34 Conquer: Napoleonic Wars
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: Estuego Games
Windows
A turn-based strategy game based off the Napoleonic Wars! Lead, attack, buy, and communicate. Learn how to play difficult 4x grand strategy games by starting with simple strategy. *Disclaimer, this game is made by a teenager for a school project*
Why similar: 4X 27% ★, Grand Strategy 19% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Historical 9.6%
- #35 Hex Kingdoms
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Sunset GamesPub: SIG Publishing
Windows
Hex Kingdoms is a turn-based strategy game set in medevial times with fantasy themes. Expand your kingdom, set up your defenses, train soldiers and monsters to become the only ruler of the land.
Why similar: 4X 27.1% ★, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Hex Grid 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Strategy 9.1%
- #36 EOL: End Of Line
75% 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 35.1% ★, Grand Strategy 23.7% ★, Hex Grid 13.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Strategy 9.6%
- #37 Infinite Borders: Three Kingdoms
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NetEase Games
Windows
《万民长歌:三国》是一款单机 · 历史 · 战争策略游戏。在无缝连续、真实还原的3D沙盘地图上,玩家可以自选视角、以自己的意志重演三国。来体验真实的三国策略——真实的沙盘,真实的二十四节气,真实的百姓,真实的战争!
Why similar: 4X 30% ★, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Historical 12.1%, Tactical 6.4%
- #38 Millennia
73% matchMixed67% of 3,746 reviews2024
Dev: C Prompt GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.
Why similar: 4X 25.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Hex Grid 12.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Historical 9.7%
- #39 Epoch of Guardians
73% matchPositive84% of 38 reviews2025
Dev: 伊洛维游戏
Windows
In history, many brilliant civilizations faced annihilation due to the invasion of powerful empires, leaving only sighs of regret. In a fictional world, you will take on the role Guardian of Civilization. Can you help these civilizations grow and thrive, resisting the invasion of formidable enemies?
Why similar: Hex Grid 29.3% ★, 4X 15.5% ★, Historical 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Grand Strategy 9.3% ★
- #40 Paths & Danger
74% matchMixed66% of 76 reviews2022
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embark on an enchanting journey to Paths & Danger, a masterfully crafted procedural turn-based RPG that seamlessly blends simplicity with tactical brilliance. Get ready to be captivated as you assemble a formidable fellowship, where the art of teamwork takes center stage.
Why similar: 4X 19.7% ★, Tactical RPG 14.9%, Hex Grid 13.7% ★, Grid-Based Movement 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%
- #41 Seres Universalis:Three Kingdoms
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boqi Island
Windows
Return to the Three Kingdoms period. On the grand strategic tactical battlefield, use terrain for defense setup and resource allocation to shift the battle situation. Control the war via hexagonal grid movement and tactical ability activation, and unify the realm.
Why similar: 4X 23.9% ★, Hex Grid 22.6% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Historical 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.3%
- #42 Sidyq
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yozamu
Windows
Sidyq combines monster collection with dynamic turn-based battles. Unleash your tactical creativity and face formidable bosses in a strategic RPG where every decision can change the outcome of the fight.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.6%, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 6.9%
- #43 Almanach: Of Empires and Sorcery
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Foretold Entertainment
Windows
Almanach is a turn-based 4X strategy game where you take control of an empire in a world that is in a constant cycle of rebirth. Every game represents a new age of the world, and the choices you make will impact the next ones! Can you rise from the ashes of ages past and lead your people to glory?
Why similar: 4X 23.9% ★, Hex Grid 18.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%
- #44 Splinter Colony
71% 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% ★, Colony Sim 24.3% ★, Grand Strategy 23.1% ★, Strategy 10.5%, Exploration 4.7%
- #45 DeckTerra
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Murray Smith
Windows · Mac · Linux
4X Deckbuilder where you harness magical spells to expand your empire. Make strategic decisions about what to construct in your cities to fend off enemies and conquer the map across infinite procedural landscapes. Play cards to take your empire from the stone age to the modern era and beyond!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Hex Grid 19.3% ★, 4X 16.9% ★, Colony Sim 12.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%
- #46 Sengoku: Shadow Strikers
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ikemoto Systems
Windows · Mac · Linux
Turn your clan into a Sengoku legend in this tactical RPG. Recruit and train warriors, shape alliances, conquer castles, and alter history through brutal turn-based battles. Influence the outcome of feudal Japan in Sengoku: Shadow Strikers.
Why similar: 4X 30.9% ★, Grand Strategy 21.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Turn-Based Combat 6.2%
- #47 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
69% matchMixed48% of 53,475 reviews2025
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 44.1 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 22.2% ★, Grand Strategy 17.9% ★, Hex Grid 14.7% ★, Historical 10%, Economy 9.4%
- #48 Politon: Prologue
70% 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 27.2% ★, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, Economy 9.1%
- #49 Master of Magic
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,174 reviews2022
Dev: MuHa GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take up the role of a great wizard, wield powerful spells, command fantasy races and challenge your rivals in this remake of a cult turn-based strategy classic. Do you have what it takes to become Master of Magic?
Why similar: 4X 24.3% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Tactical RPG 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Economy 10.1%
- #50 Shattered Spheres
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Data Vikings
Windows
Shattered Spheres is a turn-based 2D space 4X strategy game inspired by the classics of the genre. Explore a living galaxy, build your empire, and crush your rivals through military conquest or diplomatic cunning — without the micromanagement bloat of modern 4X games.
Why similar: 4X 35.9% ★, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Tactics 10%, Tactical 5.5%
- #51 Palm Kingdoms 3
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hack The Publisher
Windows · Mac
Palm Kingdoms 3 is a turn-based strategy game with deep mechanics. Explore maps, build your kingdom, and lead armies in rich, tactical combat. Here, power lies not in a single character, but in the unique Commanders you cultivate within your ranks.
Why similar: 4X 26.1% ★, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Tactical 9%
- #52 Crown & Coin: The Hundred Years
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MUZINA GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Survive the Hundred Years' War in this medieval ensemble sandbox. Play as 1,015 historical figures, from Joan of Arc to the imposter des Armoises. Gain glory as a knight, forge a new kingdom to crush England and France, or thrive as a bandit. Discover 22 tarot-based multiple endings!
Why similar: 4X 20.9% ★, Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Colony Sim 15% ★, Historical 9.8%, Economy 8.2%
- #53 De profundis 1454
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Radosław KurczewskiPub: To be announced
Windows
1454 is a turn-based tactical game set in 15th-century Prussia. Lead a desperate band of outcasts- peasants, fugitives, the forgotten- through brutal skirmishes shaped by terrain, supply, and survival. A tabletop wargame reborn for history lovers and fans of raw, grounded strategy.
Why similar: Hex Grid 20.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.4%, Historical 16.4%, Medieval 10.8%
- #54 HUMANKIND™
68% matchMixed69% of 28,231 reviews2021
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.
Why similar: 4X 32% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Historical 12.4%, Hex Grid 10% ★
- #55 Monument
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gessler Games
Windows
Monument is a turn-based strategy game where you build a town and defend it against raiders. With fast rounds and a steep difficulty curve, the game progresses quickly from a fun little builder game to a real challenge.
Why similar: Hex Grid 22.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Grid-Based Movement 11.8%, Tactical 11.2%
- #56 Ultakia
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Simon Alber
Windows
Ultakia is a turn-based space 4X strategy game with distinctive resource management. Explore exotic systems and acquire powerful technologies. Exploit your planets, trade with other races and destroy those who stand in your way.
Why similar: 4X 32% ★, Hex Grid 24.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Resource Management 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%
- #57 Space Empires II
68% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Explore the galaxy, discover and colonize new planets to acquire enough resources. Design your ships, choosing from different hulls, weapons, shields, and several devices. Once you advance with technologies, new systems will be available, and you will have to update your designs.
Why similar: 4X 27.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Strategy 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.3%
- #58 Empis
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kyle Meadows
Windows
Empis is a turn-based strategy game that focuses on short and sweet multiplayer matches. Choose from individual factions each with their own unique units and upgrades, unlock technology, and build sprawling cities with buildings and fortifications.
Why similar: 4X 25.3% ★, Hex Grid 23.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #59 Age of Wonders III
67% 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 30.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Strategy 14.2%, Dwarf 12.3% ★, Hex Grid 7.7% ★
- #60 Monstrous Realms
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lockbow Games
Windows · Linux
Monstrous Realms is a Grand Strategy-Tactical RPG Hybrid in a medieval fantasy world. Govern a kingdom, directing heroes and monsters to conquer the continent. Victory is grasped through warfare, research, city development, diplomacy, trade, dungeon delving, crafting, and unit customization.
Why similar: 4X 28.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.8% ★, Tactical RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Economy 8.9%