- #1 Eufloria HD
97% matchVery Positive88% of 885 reviews2014
Dev: Rudolf Kremers & Alex MayPub: Omni Systems
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Experience the celebrated strategy gameplay of Eufloria HD. Conquer asteroids in space and use their resources to grow floral creatures that do your bidding. Expand your empire and fight against several teams of AI opponents that all vie for the same resources and can offer fierce opposition.
Why similar: Strategy 47.7%, RTS 24%, Relaxing 12.5%, Casual 7.9%, Indie 7.1%
- #2 Imperium Galactica II
96% matchVery Positive88% of 646 reviews2017
Dev: Digital RealityPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%
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 58.9%, RTS 41.1%
- #3 Plants vs. Zombies™: Replanted
95% matchMixed66% of 7,239 reviews2025
Dev: PopCap GamesPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The classic Plants vs. Zombies returns in glorious HD! The original battle between Plants and Zombies is back — bigger, brighter, and crazier than ever before! Experience the game that started it all, now remastered with stunning HD graphics and packed with new secrets and content to uncover.
Why similar: Strategy 65.8%, Casual 29.3%, Singleplayer 4.9%
- #4 SunAge: Battle for Elysium
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 188 reviews2014
Dev: vertex4 entertainment GmbH
Windows · Mac
A return to the roots of real-time strategy, providing beautiful 2D visuals combined with all the features that we came to expect from old school classics. This remastered version is a culmination of all the improvements and new features based upon suggestions from the community.
Why similar: RTS 54.1%, Strategy 25.7%, 2D 6.2%, Atmospheric 5.1%, Indie 5%
- #5 Duck Life 4 Classic
94% matchVery Positive88% of 68 reviews2025
Dev: Wix GamesPub: MAD.com
Windows · Mac
The Flash-era classic returns! Duck Life 4 Classic is the original, now in HD with modern quality-of-life polish. Grind training mini-games, crush races and tournaments, and build, name, and style a custom duck team. No browser needed, just pure nostalgia on PC
Why similar: Life Sim 48.7%, Casual 19.6%, Family Friendly 8.9%, Colorful 8.1%, 2D 5.9%
- #6 Loria
94% matchVery Positive84% of 289 reviews2018
Dev: Loria
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Loria is a homage to classics from golden era of strategy games, with modern spin on controls and user experience.
Why similar: RTS 53.7%, Strategy 44.1%, Indie 2.2%
- #7 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
93% matchVery Positive95% of 15,848 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: RTS 61.1%, Strategy 37.2%, Atmospheric 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%, Action 0.4%
- #8 Age of Mythology: Extended Edition
92% matchVery Positive93% of 36,248 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: RTS 60.1%, Strategy 37.2%, Atmospheric 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%, Action 0.4%
- #9 Vectorio Classic
91% matchVery Positive93% of 1,479 reviews2021
Dev: Ben NicholsPub: BN Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The original, uncompleted version of Vectorio. Claim resources, unlock new buildings, and expand your defenses as you fight back against enemy forces in the classic edition of Vectorio! Play for free now.
Why similar: Strategy 39.3%, Top-Down 23%, Casual 13.8%, Colorful 11.8%, 2D 9.9%
- #10 Rusted Warfare - RTS
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,535 reviews2017
Dev: Corroding Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
{{An RTS inspired by the classics of the past!}} Making up for it's subpar retro graphics with fun gameplay and modern multi-threaded tech enabling huge battles to run smooth... Featuring singleplayer challenges, skirmish, sandbox, 10-player multiplayer & workshop modding.
Why similar: RTS 56.7%, Strategy 19.6%, Moddable 17.4% ★, 2D 3%, Indie 1.9%
- #11 FLASHOUT 3D: Enhanced Edition
90% matchMixed69% of 134 reviews2022
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Salient Games
Windows
The classical AG racer, FLASHOUT 3D, initially released more than 10 years ago, is back, to celebrate the upcoming launch of FLASHOUT 3! But we bring you not only the first installement of the series for FREE, but we have also remastered it and enhanced with upgraded graphics and new features!
Why similar: Action 31.9%, Colorful 29.7%, Casual 23%, Indie 11.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #12 Army Men RTS
89% matchVery Positive88% of 1,475 reviews2017
Dev: Pandemic StudiosPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Army Men RTS brings you back to the days of staging battles with tiny plastic soldiers in your backyard...except these green soldiers carry out your every command!
Why similar: RTS 64.4%, Strategy 31.7%, Action 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #13 State of War : Warmonger / 蓝色警戒 (Classic 2000)
89% matchVery Positive90% of 687 reviews2019
Dev: Cypron InteractivePub: Cypronia
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy an unforgettable blast from the past with this classic real-time strategy experience. This all-inclusive bundle includes the original 22 missions from State of War (2000), and 16 additional missions from its sequel, State of War: Warmonger (2003).
Why similar: RTS 45.3%, Strategy 44.4%, Action 5.7%, Indie 2.8%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #14 Halo Wars: Definitive Edition
88% matchVery Positive91% of 9,507 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 65.3%, Strategy 31.1%, Action 1.6%, Singleplayer 1%, Atmospheric 0.9%
- #15 Battlezone 98 Redux
87% matchVery Positive91% of 1,140 reviews2016
Dev: Big Boat InteractivePub: Rebellion
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
One of the greatest sci-fi strategy games of all time returns with remastered visuals, online multiplayer and near unlimited mod content from Steam Workshop. Experience thrilling first person action and acclaimed RTS in this explosive alternate vision of the 1960s space race.
Why similar: RTS 56.6%, Strategy 36.8%, Action 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #16 Praetorians - HD Remaster
86% 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 60.6%, RTS 39.4%
- #17 Nuke Them All
85% matchVery Positive82% of 129 reviews2024
Dev: Indie PapaMikePub: GameEraStudios
Windows · Mac · Linux
An RTS classic reborn with a twist. Time is of the essence, Commander! Capture the flags, conquer the territories, and eliminate the enemy fort. And finally, nuke them all! This old-school sci-fi Indie real time strategy game, crafted by devoted team, revives the genre's enduring allure.
Why similar: Action RTS 44.2% ★, RTS 35.3%, Strategy 14.1%, Procedural Generation 6.4%
- #18 Elasto Mania Remastered
84% matchVery Positive99% of 289 reviews2020
Dev: Elasto Mania Team
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The original cult classic returns. A blast from the past, better than ever. Are you ready?
Why similar: Casual 66.1%, Indie 33.9%
- #19 Homeworld Remastered Collection
84% matchVery Positive88% of 14,154 reviews2015
Dev: Gearbox SoftwarePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 34.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Experience the epic space strategy games that redefined the RTS genre. Control your fleet and build an armada across more than 30 single-player missions. Choose unit types, fleet formations and flight tactics for each strategic situation.
Why similar: RTS 58.5%, Strategy 28.3%, Moddable 8.1% ★, Atmospheric 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #20 Robowars
86% matchMixed46% of 292 reviews2014
Dev: N-Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Robowars is back on Steam! Fight off troops of droids for freedom and honor in our classical tower defense game. Lead the forces of the Solar Union to protect the peaceful planet of Praymos from the aggressive Trade Confederation.
Why similar: Action RTS 43.9% ★, RTS 30.1%, Strategy 13.2%, Top-Down 8.7%, Action 1.9%
- #21 Auralux: Constellations
83% matchVery Positive81% of 182 reviews2016
Dev: Grove Street Games
Windows
Auralux: Constellations is the awaited sequel to Auralux, the critically acclaimed minimalistic Real Time Strategy game. Explore a dozen new gameplay mechanics through each constellation, one new feature at a time. It's Real-Time Strategy, deconstructed.
Why similar: RTS 46.6%, Strategy 22.2%, Casual 8.8%, Colorful 7.4%, Relaxing 6.1%
- #22 Floorball League 2010
80% matchVery Positive89% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: Prodigium Game StudiosPub: FIJOY Games
Windows
The first official floorball video game is back! Play real teams, enter tournaments, and relive the fast-paced action of 2010.
Why similar: Moddable 40.9% ★, Strategy 30.8%, Top-Down 25.2%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #23 Master of Orion
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,174 reviews2016
Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 101.4 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: Strategy 90.8%, RTS 5.2%, Atmospheric 2%, Singleplayer 1%, Action 0.9%
- #24 Battlezone: Combat Commander
81% matchVery Positive90% of 948 reviews2018
Dev: Big Boat InteractivePub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Battlezone: Combat Commander remasters FPS-RTS classic Battlezone II with slick new visuals, brand new achievements, Steam Workshop support and much more! The solar system is at war. Take command.
Why similar: RTS 49.3%, Strategy 42.7%, Action 7.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #25 SimCity™ 3000 Unlimited
79% matchVery Positive84% of 777 reviews2024
Dev: MaxisPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 31%
SimCity 3000 Unlimited brings you the classic strategy gaming of SimCity 3000 with all-new scenarios that open up a whole world of city planning and building possibilities! The thrills of the classic SimCity 3000 are here again!
Why similar: Strategy 73.6%, Casual 23.3%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #26 Spoids
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 116 reviews2017
Dev: AirWave GamesPub: BindleBot
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Spoids is a challenging throwback to the original brand of tower defense games. Command the Remote Defense Space Station and respond to distress calls of those who are being attacked by the invaders. Travel from planet to planet using your powerful arsenal to hold back the Spoids.
Why similar: Strategy 75%, Indie 15.1%, Action 9.9%
- #27 Knytt Classic
76% matchVery Positive100% of 58 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Kid, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the indie freeware classic, rebuilt for modern machines! Explore a maze-like planet as the Knytt, a peaceful being abducted by aliens, find your missing ship parts, and get back home in this zen-like atmospheric platformer.
Why similar: Family Friendly 27.1%, Colorful 24.6%, 2D 22.3%, Atmospheric 14.1%, Indie 10.6%
- #28 Space Rangers HD: A War Apart
78% matchVery Positive94% of 7,267 reviews2013
Dev: SNK GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Space adventure, open world RPG, strategy, arcade, quest and more!
Why similar: Strategy 51.9%, RTS 26.6%, Atmospheric 7.5%, Procedural Generation 6.1%, Action 3.8%
- #29 Age of Mythology: Retold
75% matchVery Positive90% of 23,380 reviews2024
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 40.0 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: Action RTS 32.1% ★, RTS 30.4%, Moddable 15.4% ★, Strategy 13.6%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #30 The Bluecoats: North & South
79% matchMixed60% of 247 reviews2020
Dev: Appeal StudiosPub: Microids
Windows · Mac
Reunite with Sergeant Cornelius M. Chesterfield and Corporal Blutch in this remastered game that combines turn-based strategy and real-time action. This new version will delight fans of the original game, initially released on the Amiga at the end of the 1980s!
Why similar: RTS 62.4%, Strategy 21.2%, Colorful 10.7%, Action 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #31 Age of Empires: Definitive Edition
76% matchVery Positive84% of 15,601 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: RTS 58%, Strategy 40%, Singleplayer 1.3%, Action 0.6%
- #32 Raptor: Call of The Shadows - 2015 Edition
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 616 reviews2015
Dev: Scott Host
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 34%
The great action-crazed, guns blazing, shoot ‘em up game comes back straight out of the ‘90s. Raptor: Call of the Shadows and its futuristic world are ready to challenge your flying skills.
Why similar: Top-Down 44%, Casual 22%, 2D 20.7%, Action 10.8%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #33 Act of Aggression - Reboot Edition
77% matchMixed67% of 3,323 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 67%, Strategy 30.5%, Action 1%, Indie 0.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #34 Reach for the Sun
77% matchMostly Positive70% of 343 reviews2013
Dev: Filament Classic
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Version 1.2 Out Now!Strategy mode is now available on the plant selection screenThis mode uses a set number of turns with no time limit. Plants will automatically collect resources between turns. Keep your plant balanced and try to maximize your resources on every turn to fruit each flower before winter comes!
Why similar: Strategy 58.9%, Casual 28.9%, Indie 12.2%
- #35 Samorost 1
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,450 reviews2021
Dev: Amanita Design
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 38.2 hrs≥1hr: 8%
Explore the beginnings of the Samorost series in the space gnome’s original bite-sized adventure, formerly released in 2003. Now with remastered sounds, enhanced graphics, and new music by Floex.
Why similar: Casual 29.1%, Relaxing 28.4%, Colorful 17.2%, 2D 13.8%, Family Friendly 6.3%
- #36 Warfare Legacy Collection
71% matchVery Positive93% of 1,123 reviews2025
Dev: Con Artist GamesPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Warfare 1917 and 1944 return, fully remastered with enhanced visuals, full-screen support, and custom battles. Warfare Legacy Collection also Includes the Battle of the Bulge, a brand-new campaign set during WWII’s final offensive with all-new missions, snowy maps, and intense front-line action.
Why similar: Strategy 42.8%, Top-Down 21.9%, Casual 14.6%, 2D 11.1%, Action 7.1%
- #37 Worms Reloaded
75% matchVery Positive87% of 5,095 reviews2010
Dev: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ten years on from Worms™ Armageddon and the turn-based comic mayhem continues in Worms™ Reloaded, an all-new edition available for PC through Steam.
Why similar: Strategy 79.9%, 2D 15.1%, Action 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #38 Risk of Rain Returns
71% matchVery Positive90% of 28,677 reviews2023
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!
Why similar: 2D 44.1%, Atmospheric 29.5%, Action 20.8%, Singleplayer 5.6%
- #39 Heroes® of Might & Magic® III - HD Edition
74% matchMostly Positive80% of 24,854 reviews2015
Dev: DotemuPub: Ubisoft Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 35.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The most popular Heroes® title of all time is back in HD! Fifteen years later, rediscover the epic tale of Queen Catherine Ironfist, as she re-embarks on her critically acclaimed quest to unite her ravaged homeland and re-conquer the kingdom of Erathia.
Why similar: Strategy 87.1%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%, Action 0.8%
- #40 Ancient Wars: Sparta Definitive Edition
73% 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: Action RTS 46.1% ★, RTS 36.6%, Strategy 17.3%
- #41 Crush Your Enemies
74% matchVery Positive81% of 444 reviews2016
Dev: Vile MonarchPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Go back to the awesome glory days of Real-Time Strategy games. Crush Your Enemies has everything you love of the genre: Planning, choosing different types of units, managing resources, taking enemy territory and outwitting your opponent with the ingenious formations of your men.
Why similar: RTS 51.7%, Strategy 35.7%, Indie 6.8%, Action 5.7%
- #42 FINAL FANTASY II
72% matchVery Positive82% of 3,494 reviews2021
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 61.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Why similar: 2D 87.3%, Singleplayer 12.7%
- #43 Petal by Petal
69% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2026
Dev: Orquin Games
Windows
Petal by Petal is a relaxing incremental gardening game where mindful movements are rewarded. Automate your garden, unlock powerful flower abilities, and watch your screen explode into vibrant colour as your garden grows.
Why similar: Strategy 36.9%, Relaxing 17.1%, Casual 16.1%, Colorful 11.3%, 2D 9.3%
- #44 Warage
73% matchMixed47% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: Yuri EletskikhPub: redsungames
Windows
Warage is a classic RTS that will take you to a magical fantasy world.
Why similar: RTS 52.6%, Strategy 38.6%, 2D 5.6%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #45 Hot Springs Story 2
70% matchVery Positive85% of 216 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A "hot" new hot springs resort sim with a ton of new exclusive features!
Why similar: RTS 41.6%, Life Sim 34.9%, Strategy 9.8%, Casual 8%, 2D 4.4%
- #46 Lumini
72% matchVery Positive85% of 178 reviews2015
Dev: SpeelbaarsPub: 2Awesome Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A long-forgotten species, a hostile planet and a journey of discovery! Welcome to the world of Lumini – split and reform your swarm, evolve and discover new abilities to bring the Lumini back to their former glory...
Why similar: Relaxing 52.2%, Indie 47.8%
- #47 Total War: ROME REMASTERED
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 13,703 reviews2021
Dev: Creative AssemblyPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 39.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.
Why similar: RTS 56.7%, Strategy 38.1%, Action 4.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #48 Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns
68% matchMixed67% of 205 reviews2026
Dev: Black Tower BasementPub: Nordcurrent Labs
Windows
The legendary medieval strategy adventure has returned – enhanced for a new generation of knights. Conquer provinces, raise armies, storm castles, and influence the balance of power through bold strategy and action moments.
Why similar: RTS 45.3%, Strategy 35.3%, Top-Down 8.2%, Colorful 6.6%, 2D 4.6%
- #49 Athena Crisis
69% matchVery Positive81% of 151 reviews2024
Dev: Nakazawa Tech
Windows · Mac · Linux
Athena Crisis is a modern retro turn-based strategy game that places you in command of 40+ units in your journey across the multiverse. Embark on a challenging single-player quest or dive into the thrill of ranked or casual multiplayer modes to become the best Athena Crisis player!
Why similar: Strategy 29.4%, Top-Down 21.7%, Colorful 15.2%, Relaxing 13.1%, Atmospheric 10.7%
- #50 Better Minesweeper
66% matchVery Positive98% of 157 reviews2026
Dev: Pyrite Standard
Windows · Linux
A modern take on classic Minesweeper, focused on quality-of-life improvements, flexibility, and customization.
Why similar: Strategy 52.3%, Procedural Generation 26%, 2D 13.5%, Indie 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #51 The Greenening
65% matchVery Positive97% of 478 reviews2026
Dev: Erkberg Games
Windows
A short and wholesome incremental journey about exploring and reawakening a forgotten world. Wash away the ashes to discover the secrets hidden beneath, upgrade your versatile watering abilities, and grow your own cozy space garden.
Why similar: Strategy 28.6%, Casual 17.2%, Relaxing 17%, Colorful 15.4%, Family Friendly 12.2%
- #52 Emperor of the Fading Suns Enhanced
66% matchVery Positive95% of 190 reviews2025
Dev: Holistic Design, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Command interstellar forces in this epic return of the 4X strategy classic. From planetary politics to galactic warfare, the stakes couldn’t be higher as you lead your Royal House through battles on land, sea, air, and the vast reaches of space.
Why similar: Strategy 47.8%, Moddable 44.7% ★, 2D 6%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #53 WarZone Flashpoint
71% matchMixed53% of 80 reviews2018
Dev: Dust Storm Entertainment
Windows
WarZone Flashpoint is in an RTS in development by Dust Storm Entertainment. We're an indie team bringing you a classic RTS formula which we intend to update for a long time to come!
Why similar: Strategy 47.9%, RTS 35.6%, Indie 8.8%, Action 7.6%
- #54 Plague Inc: Evolved
67% matchVery Positive94% of 65,504 reviews2016
Dev: Ndemic Creations
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Plague Inc: Evolved is a unique mix of high strategy and terrifyingly realistic simulation. Your pathogen has just infected 'Patient Zero' - now you must bring about the end of human history by evolving a deadly, global Plague whilst adapting against everything humanity can do to defend itself.
Why similar: Strategy 75.6%, Casual 8.7%, Indie 7.5%, Atmospheric 3.2%, 2D 2.8%
- #55 Mushroom Wars
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 578 reviews2016
Dev: Zillion WhalesPub: Azur Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Mushroom Wars is a dynamic real-time strategy game, where smart strategy meets furious action in epic PvP and PvE battles.
Why similar: RTS 48.9%, Strategy 28.2%, 2D 5.2%, Indie 4.9%, Atmospheric 4.7%
- #56 MUSYNX:RETURN
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 342 reviews2026
Dev: I-InfernoPub: Wave Games
Windows
The beloved indie rhythm game “MUSYNX” returns! Back to classic gameplay roots—bringing you a pure rhythm gaming experience!
Why similar: Casual 28.2%, Atmospheric 22.6%, 2D 21.1%, Action 12.2%, Indie 11.9%
- #57 Katamari Damacy REROLL
67% matchVery Positive93% of 6,670 reviews2018
Dev: MONKEYCRAFT Co. Ltd.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The beloved roll-em-up game returns with fully updated graphics, completely recreated cutscenes and in full HD!
Why similar: Colorful 29.3%, Casual 29.2%, Family Friendly 20.5%, Relaxing 10.6%, Action 7.4%
- #58 2112TD: Tower Defense Survival
67% matchVery Positive87% of 444 reviews2023
Dev: Refinery Games
Windows
Get ready for the ULTIMATE tower defense onslaught. Build, deploy, research and upgrade your defenses in this epic, old school RTS inspired sci-fi adventure.
Why similar: Strategy 49.6%, Top-Down 27.5%, 2D 11.6%, Action 7.7%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #59 Stellar Warfare
67% matchVery Positive83% of 429 reviews2021
Dev: Tense Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Space RTS with base building and ship customization. Personal passion project. More than 200 available ships, weapons and modules to design your fleet with. Contains a small campaign, several single and multiplayer game modes and a coop game mode. Also contains Wave defense!
Why similar: RTS 62.6%, Strategy 26.9%, Indie 5%, Action 4%, Singleplayer 1.5%