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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Sci-fi, Space, 4X.

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Guide your civilization to epic victory in Ephemeris, the upcoming turn-based space war strategy game. Spread your civilization across the galaxy, unlock new tech, design warships and crush your enemies in cinematic, fully 3D real-time space battles!

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: YrdVaab
Genres: Action, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    Why similar: 4X 27.4%, RTS 16.8%, Space Sim 14.8%, Grand Strategy 9%, Action RTS 7.3%

  56. #56 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 36%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.8%, Turn-Based 18.6%, Strategy 14.6%, Tactical 4.8%

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