- #1 Empire Earth: Gold Edition
97% matchVery Positive89% of 180 reviews2026
Dev: Stainless Steel StudiosPub: Rebellion
Windows
With dozens of hours of gameplay set across a rich tapestry of time, Empire Earth: Gold Edition offers real-time strategy for the ages. Choose any point in time - from the discovery of fire to the laser battles of the future - and command your civilization with one goal: make Earth your Empire.
Why similar: Strategy 35.1%, RTS 27%, Top-Down 14%, Building 12.9%, Combat 9.5%
- #2 Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
96% matchVery Positive86% of 54,625 reviews2020
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 44.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Lead powerful civilizations across the globe, master strategies and tactics, and relive history in co op battles—now remastered in stunning 4K and modernized gameplay.
Why similar: Strategy 47.2%, RTS 43.1%, Combat 7.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #3 Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
96% matchVery Positive95% of 181,563 reviews2019
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 88.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
42 Civilizations, 229 Campaign Missions, Singleplayer, Co-Op, Multiplayer, In-Game Editor, Mods, Cross-play...It is good to be the king.
Why similar: Strategy 52%, RTS 45.7%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #4 Age of Empires: Definitive Edition
95% matchVery Positive84% of 15,592 reviews2019
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Age of Empires, the pivotal real-time strategy game that launched a 20-year legacy returns with modernized gameplay, all-new 4K visuals, 8-person multiplayer battles and a host of other new features. Welcome back to history.
Why similar: Strategy 52.2%, RTS 44.8%, Singleplayer 3%
- #5 Age of Mythology: Retold
94% matchVery Positive90% of 23,333 reviews2024
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 39.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Play as mythological Gods and smite your enemies in this award-winning, mythological Real-Time Strategy classic given new life. Wage war across timeless campaigns, fierce skirmishes, and god-powered multiplayer modes.
Why similar: RTS 41.6%, Strategy 31.4%, Top-Down 23.7%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #6 Age of Empires II (Retired)
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 102,788 reviews2013
Dev: Skybox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 48.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Age of Empires II has been re-imagined in high definition. With the release of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, this product will not be updated further.
Why similar: RTS 50.3%, Strategy 48.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #7 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
93% matchVery Positive95% of 15,840 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!
Why similar: Strategy 47.8%, RTS 46.6%, Building 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #8 Command & Conquer™ Remastered Collection
92% matchVery Positive91% of 34,927 reviews2020
Dev: PetroglyphPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Command & Conquer and Red Alert are both remastered in 4K by the former Westwood Studios team members. Includes all 3 expansions, rebuilt multiplayer, a modernized UI, Map Editor, bonus footage gallery, and over 7 hours of remastered music.
Why similar: RTS 45.4%, Strategy 38.1%, Real Time Tactics 14.8%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #9 Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition
91% matchVery Positive86% of 95,185 reviews2021
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 77.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world.
Why similar: RTS 48.8%, Strategy 48.4%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #10 Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition
90% matchVery Positive86% of 12,609 reviews2025
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: Relic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition is the ultimate Dawn of War experience, featuring the original Dawn of War and all its expansions, along with enhanced visuals, an improved camera, and 64-bit platform support.
Why similar: RTS 54.5%, Strategy 41.4%, Singleplayer 4%
- #11 Age of Mythology: Extended Edition
91% matchVery Positive93% of 36,229 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Age of Mythology is back! Choose your god and take to the battlefield in this classic, upgraded with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features.
Why similar: Strategy 50.2%, RTS 48.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #12 Advanced Tactics Gold
89% matchVery Positive84% of 177 reviews2014
Dev: VR DesignsPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Advanced Tactics: Gold offers a unique and infinitely replayable wargaming experience for any strategy fan. Building off of the enormous success of Advanced Tactics: World War II, the Gold edition gives players a more powerful game editor, much improved random game engine, many new features and abilities, and more.
Why similar: Strategy 96.4%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #13 Sudden Strike Gold
89% matchVery Positive88% of 507 reviews2017
Dev: FireglowPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Set in World War 2, Sudden Strike offers revolutionary real-time-strategy gameplay. Command Russian, German, French, American and British armies in large scale battles including urban warfare, beach landings and aerial invasions. Whichever tactics you choose, you will find it in Sudden Strike!
Why similar: Strategy 63.6%, RTS 36.4%
- #14 Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition
88% matchVery Positive88% of 87,981 reviews2013
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 24.8 hrsMean: 114.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch.
Why similar: Strategy 56%, Real Time Tactics 26.1%, RTS 16.7%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #15 Stronghold: Definitive Edition
86% matchVery Positive86% of 10,318 reviews2023
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 39.8%, RTS 20.9%, Strategy 20.1%, Building 19.1%
- #16 Command & Conquer™ Generals Zero Hour
85% matchVery Positive91% of 6,244 reviews2024
Dev: EA PacificPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour brings you closer to the enemy than ever before. Engage opposing forces at hot spots around the globe as you match strategies and arsenals against the new masterminds of modern war.
Why similar: RTS 57.1%, Strategy 37.9%, Singleplayer 5%
- #17 Sudden Strike 2 Gold
87% matchVery Positive86% of 350 reviews2017
Dev: FireglowPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 37%
At the height of World War 2, take command of German, Russian, British, American and Imperial Japanese armies on battelfields across the globe. Sudden Strike 2 expands on all aspects of the classic RTS game with new units, maps and epic campaigns.
Why similar: Strategy 59.1%, RTS 40.9%
- #18 Stronghold Crusader HD (2012)
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 21,033 reviews2013
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 42.9%, Building 24%, Strategy 19.7%, RTS 13.5%
- #19 Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition
83% matchVery Positive92% of 11,497 reviews2025
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 38.3%, Strategy 22.7%, RTS 19.5%, Building 19.4%
- #20 STAR WARS™ Empire at War - Gold Pack
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 43,022 reviews2010
Dev: PetroglyphPub: LucasArts
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?
Why similar: Strategy 48.7%, RTS 48.4%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #21 Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition
82% matchVery Positive91% of 37,985 reviews2009
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe.
Why similar: Strategy 60.5%, RTS 21.9%, Real Time Tactics 16.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #22 XIII Century – Gold Edition
84% matchMixed56% of 194 reviews2009
Dev: Unicorn Games StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 31%
XIII Century Gold Edition combines the highly successful strategy game XIII Century: Death or Glory with the follow-up sequel, XIII Century: Blood of Europe.XIII Century: Death or Glory is an RTS game which immerses players in the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Strategy 80.8%, RTS 19.2%
- #23 Cossacks 3
81% matchVery Positive82% of 16,092 reviews2016
Dev: GSC Game World
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 50.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!
Why similar: Strategy 49.4%, RTS 47%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #24 AI War 2
81% matchVery Positive87% of 1,558 reviews2019
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The most devious and acclaimed artificial intelligence in strategy gaming is better than ever. A grand strategy/RTS hybrid that reverses many conventions of both genres. Take territory without attracting attention, build your empire with care, and adapt to an ever-evolving galactic battleground.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 48.3%, RTS 31.8%, Strategy 19.9%
- #25 Armored Brigade II
78% matchVery Positive89% of 248 reviews2025
Dev: Veitikka StudiosPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Armored Brigade II revolutionizes real-time tactical warfare in 3D, focusing on the intense combined arms combat of the Cold War era, from 1965 to 1991. Boasting a meticulously researched database and huge real-world terrain maps, this game offers an unparalleled combat simulation experience.
Why similar: RTS 48.6%, Strategy 42.4%, Real Time Tactics 8%, Singleplayer 1%
- #26 Circle Empires
80% matchVery Positive90% of 4,166 reviews2018
Dev: LuminousPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.
Why similar: Strategy 55.3%, RTS 43.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #27 Europa Universalis: Rome - Gold Edition
82% matchMixed68% of 241 reviews2008
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Europa Universalis Rome Gold combines the epic strategy title Europa Universalis Rome with the expansion pack Vae Victis. Experience one of the most defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #28 Sudden Strike 4
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 8,315 reviews2017
Dev: Kite GamesPub: Kalypso Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Sudden Strike is back! The beloved Real Time Strategy series returns, this time with bigger battlefields, more units, better graphics, new scenarios and legendary commanders – making Sudden Strike 4 more tactical and realistic than ever before!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 40.1%, Strategy 30.9%, RTS 26.4%, Combat 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #29 Warrior Kings: Battles
79% matchVery Positive91% of 332 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Warrior Kings: Battles maintains the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leading RTS. It is a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.
Why similar: Strategy 57.7%, RTS 42.3%
- #30 Hegemony Gold: Wars of Ancient Greece
78% matchVery Positive95% of 223 reviews2012
Dev: Longbow Games
Windows
Conquer the ancient Greek world in Hegemony Gold: Wars of Ancient Greece, an epic strategy wargame that expands and refines the award-winning Hegemony: Philip of Macedon with brand new content and features.
Why similar: Strategy 65.2%, RTS 34.8%
- #31 Men of War II
75% matchMixed61% of 7,454 reviews2024
Dev: Best WayPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Experience warfare like never before! Men of War II, the anticipated sequel to the highly acclaimed RTS franchise is here with all-new units, locations, campaigns, game modes and true trademarks of the series: historical fidelity and action-filled gameplay on the Eastern and Western Fronts of WWII.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 38.9%, RTS 25.9%, Strategy 19.3%, Top-Down 13.5%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #32 Company of Heroes
76% matchVery Positive94% of 18,672 reviews2006
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 37.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews.
Why similar: RTS 44.5%, Strategy 40.6%, Real Time Tactics 12.6%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #33 Space Empires V
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 477 reviews2006
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 45%
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: Strategy 96.8%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #34 Halo Wars: Definitive Edition
74% matchVery Positive91% of 9,494 reviews2017
Dev: Ensemble StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.
Why similar: RTS 54.1%, Strategy 43.5%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #35 Act of Aggression - Reboot Edition
76% matchMixed67% of 3,320 reviews2015
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Act of Aggression – Reboot Edition brings the techno-thriller RTS game Act of Aggression to a higher level. The Reboot Edition offers a full gameplay overhaul in skirmish mode against the AI and in your multiplayer battles.
Why similar: RTS 52%, Strategy 40%, Real Time Tactics 6.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #36 Stronghold 2: Steam Edition
74% matchVery Positive89% of 5,751 reviews2017
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Tax, torture or treat your peasants! Rehabilitate criminals or sentence them to death? Decide as you enjoy jousting over a lavish banquet, all while under siege from the warmongering Lord Barclay.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 36.7%, Building 20%, RTS 19.6%, Strategy 15.5%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #37 Perimeter
75% matchVery Positive84% of 269 reviews2014
Dev: K-D LabPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Perimeter is an innovative Real-Time-Strategy game that pits players against each other or AI opponents in a life and death struggle to seize territory and establish crucial protective “perimeters.” Players will be introduced to the game’s unique terraforming feature, allowing them to move, build, construct and destroy the map...
Why similar: Strategy 57.9%, RTS 42.1%
- #38 Iron Harvest
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 15,945 reviews2020
Dev: KING ArtPub: Prime Matter
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A classic real-time strategy game with an epic single player campaign, multiplayer & coop, set in the alternate reality of 1920+
Why similar: RTS 58%, Strategy 40%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #39 Blitzkrieg Anthology
73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,552 reviews2014
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 53%
March into the real-time strategy legend, Blitzkrieg, and prepare for war. This legendary WWII RTS blends unprecedented realism and accuracy to form immersive 3D backgrounds and a game where brute force often takes a back seat to strategy and wits.
Why similar: Strategy 41.1%, Real Time Tactics 29.4%, RTS 27.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #40 Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition
73% matchVery Positive93% of 7,291 reviews2007
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. This legacy version also grants access to the latest version of COH, just called "Company of Heroes".
Why similar: RTS 50.7%, Strategy 46.9%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #41 Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,326 reviews2011
Dev: Gas Powered GamesPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 49.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The last days of man are at hand.. Two years after the Infinite War the once great warring nations now lie in ruins, and humanity’s hope for a brighter future is nothing but a bitter memory. A new, seemingly unstoppable enemy, supported by the zealots of The Order, now seeks to eradicate mankind: UEF, Aeon Loyalist, and Cybran alike.
Why similar: RTS 53.5%, Strategy 44.5%, Singleplayer 2%
- #42 Imperium Galactica II
71% matchVery Positive88% of 644 reviews2017
Dev: Digital RealityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Reintroducing a classic from the golden era of gaming, the original empire building space RTS, Imperium Galactica 2 is back and looking better than ever with new high-res textures and vivid colors.
Why similar: Strategy 70.8%, RTS 29.2%
- #43 Disciples Sacred Lands Gold
72% matchVery Positive86% of 418 reviews2014
Dev: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Disciples GOLD takes the phenomenal gameplay, stunning graphics, over 100 spells and a powerful scenario editor of Disciples and adds new scenarios and gameplay features that set the new standard in Turn-Based Strategy.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #44 Company of Heroes 2
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 113,033 reviews2013
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.
Why similar: Strategy 78.9%, RTS 20.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #45 Legion Gold
70% matchVery Positive84% of 126 reviews2020
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Well-received by gamers and critics alike, Legion Gold is the expanded and improved version of its predecessor, Legion, and includes not only the original Legion game but a hefty expansion pack too.
Why similar: Strategy 39.1%, RTS 30.3%, Building 29.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #46 Ancient Wars: Sparta Definitive Edition
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 494 reviews2022
Dev: JOTASOFT STUDIOS
Windows
One of the most innovative Real-Time Strategy Games comes back totally renewed and improved to the smallest detail, with epic large scale battles, new civilizations, unit customization system never seen before in a game, 8K support, and much more.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 33.7%, RTS 26.4%, Strategy 21.1%, Building 18.8%
- #47 Sins of a Solar Empire II
65% matchVery Positive84% of 8,592 reviews2024
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.
Why similar: RTS 49.4%, Strategy 46.5%, Singleplayer 4%
- #48 Age of History 2: Definitive Edition
64% matchVery Positive84% of 2,445 reviews2026
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The grand strategy classic returns with improved gameplay, a massive 13,892 province map, expanded diplomacy and wartime capitulation, new civilizations and scenarios, atomic weapons, smarter AI, enhanced visuals, UI upgrades, and major performance improvements.
Why similar: Strategy 97.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #49 Praetorians - HD Remaster
68% matchVery Positive92% of 1,114 reviews2020
Dev: Torus GamesPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Relive the celebrated real-time strategy classic Praetorians, re-imagined in high definition. Praetorians is set amidst the political machinations of an emerging Roman Empire.
Why similar: Strategy 54.6%, Real Time Tactics 24.3%, RTS 21.1%
- #50 Panzer Corps Gold
69% matchVery Positive92% of 2,731 reviews2014
Dev: Flashback GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 56.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
The ultimate edition of Panzer Corps, containing hundreds of scenarios and all its expansions. Panzer Corps Gold is the culmination of the wargame that has enthralled millions of fans all around the globe, and now it’s your chance to fully experience a real classic.
Why similar: Strategy 97.4%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #51 Armageddon Empires
68% matchVery Positive92% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Cryptic Comet Games
Windows
Armageddon Empires is a computer turn based strategy game that takes the best elements of collectable card games, board games, and computer games and brings them all together to provide a unique interactive strategy war game experience.
Why similar: Strategy 66.6%, Top-Down 30.8%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #52 Empires of the Undergrowth
63% matchVery Positive94% of 18,691 reviews2024
Dev: Slug DiscoPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Building 50.4%, Strategy 44.9%, Singleplayer 4.7%
- #53 Tempest Rising
62% matchVery Positive87% of 11,832 reviews2025
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Command distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources in Tempest Rising - a classic RTS set on Earth after a nuclear war.
Why similar: RTS 55.9%, Strategy 40.2%, Top-Down 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #54 Space Empires IV Deluxe
69% matchVery Positive86% of 291 reviews2006
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.2 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: Strategy 98.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #55 Heroes of Might & Magic V
67% matchVery Positive88% of 4,281 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Witness the amazing evolution of the genre-defining strategy game as it becomes a next-generation phenomenon, melding classic deep fantasy with next-generation visuals and gameplay. In the renowned Might & Magic universe, demon swarms spread chaos over the land in a relentless assault.
Why similar: Strategy 97.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #56 Command & Conquer™ 3: Kane’s Wrath
67% matchVery Positive94% of 5,843 reviews2009
Dev: EA Los AngelesPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
In the name of Kane! The Command & Conquer™ series continues to thrive with Command & Conquer™ 3: Kane’s Wrath.
Why similar: RTS 44.8%, Strategy 38.4%, Building 12.6%, Singleplayer 4.2%