- #1 Shardorium
97% 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 51.2% ★, 4X 12.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Strategy 9.8%, Medieval 4.9%
- #2 From Village to Empire
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Witch Laboratory
Windows · Linux
From Village to Empire is an indie turn based strategy game with a historical setting. Build cities, research technologies, and train units to discover new lands and conquer the world!
Why similar: Hex Grid 38.7% ★, 4X 17.9% ★, Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.3%, War 6.1%
- #3 Knights of Legends
96% matchMostly Negative41% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: KOL StudioPub: KOL Games
Windows
CLASSIC TURN-BASED STRATEGY GAME 1.DIFFERENT RACES DIFFERENT HEROES 2.BUILD YOUR OWN KINGDOM 3.RECRUIT POWERFUL UNITS 4.EXPLORE AND CONQUER 5.CLASSIC SIMULATION RPG
Why similar: Hex Grid 50.2% ★, 4X 20.8% ★, Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Medieval 6.1%
- #4 军团战棋Legion War
95% matchVery Positive90% of 819 reviews2021
Dev: Bear & Cat Studio
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
"Legion War" is a 4X strategy game in a fantasy setting. You can build and expand your territory, explore unknown lands, and search for mysterious treasure, cultivate your own heroes and troops while exterminating your opponent's, and challenge the god who rules the world behind the scenes.
Why similar: Hex Grid 45.1% ★, 4X 20.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Strategy 8.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%
- #5 BOC: Birth of Cultures
94% 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: Hex Grid 35.8% ★, 4X 18.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.9%, Strategy 6.7%
- #6 Imperial Kingdoms
94% 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 24.3% ★, Hex Grid 18.7% ★, Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Medieval 8%
- #7 Diehexegy
93% 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: Hex Grid 31.9% ★, 4X 27.5% ★, Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Medieval 9.2%
- #8 Great Powers
92% 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: Hex Grid 35.7% ★, 4X 20.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%, Strategy 7.4%
- #9 Commander: Modern War
91% matchPositive84% of 38 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the thrill of a modern conflict between two factions, as you outsmart your opponents in an epic game of strategy and cunning. Take command of your ground, air, and naval units and lead them to victory in the most immersive turn-based battle simulation. The battlefield awaits.
Why similar: Hex Grid 25.9% ★, 4X 24% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Isometric 7%
- #10 Battle for Wesnoth
91% matchVery Positive94% of 5,785 reviews2018
Dev: The Battle for Wesnoth ProjectPub: Wesnoth Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Why similar: Hex Grid 54.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Strategy 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.5%, Medieval 4.2%
- #11 Monument
90% 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 40.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Medieval 7.8%
- #12 Ultakia
89% 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: Hex Grid 44.6% ★, 4X 22.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%, Strategy 7.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.9%
- #13 Ever War
89% 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: Hex Grid 37.1% ★, 4X 22.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Turn-Based Tactics 11%, Strategy 7.5%
- #14 Sich Tactics
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gard Interactive
Windows · Mac
Sich Tactics is a small turn-based tactics set in Ukrainian mythology world. Take control over a party of Cossacks of different classes in procedurally generated battles, fight with chorts, muscovites and other unholy spirits, complete scenarios or compete with other players in special mode.
Why similar: Hex Grid 56.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.8%, Isometric 5.3%
- #15 Devils & Demons
88% matchMixed40% of 115 reviews2015
Dev: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 31%
In a magic age, where dragons ruled and the world of Desola was at the height of its glory, a demonic portal opened its infernal abyss in the shadowlands. The realm was ravaged by Devils & Demons.
Why similar: Hex Grid 81.4% ★, Strategy 18.6%
- #16 Fire Isle
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SneezeDev
Windows
Set the world ablaze in Fire Isle! Choose your fire —Happy, Sad, Angry, or Grumpy— and vs. your friends online to see who can scorch the most of a tropical paradise. Keep your flames alive as rising costs, rainstorms, and other fires try to snuff you out. Can you conquer the Isle?
Why similar: Hex Grid 54% ★, Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, 4X 10.6% ★, Resource Management 2.8%
- #17 Havenreach: Last Refuge
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Leonix Games Studio
Windows
Fight for your people’s survival in this turn-based strategy game as you compete against other refugees for land. Expand tile by tile, defend your borders, and sustain your people through gathering or force. A streamlined 4X experience designed to finish in one sitting.
Why similar: Hex Grid 35.7% ★, 4X 20.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Medieval 10.4%, Strategy 7.3%
- #18 Warlord Rhapsody
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Peaceful Orc
Windows
Warlord Rhapsody is multiplayer turn-based strategy game for 2-6 players, where each player commands a unique faction with distinct abilities. Destroy the enemy base and lead your faction to victory!
Why similar: Hex Grid 36.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Strategy 14.2%, Medieval 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #19 Auro: A Monster-Bumping Adventure
85% matchVery Positive84% of 82 reviews2016
Dev: Dinofarm Games
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Auro is a unique turn-based tactical dungeon-crawler all about bumping monsters into the water. Traverse randomly generated maps and create huge spell combos as you compete against rival Kingdoms and rise through the ranks.
Why similar: Hex Grid 62.2% ★, Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Indie 2.7%
- #20 Thule
84% match4 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Xeaker
Windows · Linux
A quick turn-based 4X strategy game with RPG elements. Explore and conquer randomly generated worlds, complete diverse missions and forge a powerful empire.
Why similar: Hex Grid 42.1% ★, 4X 24.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Medieval 10%, Strategy 8%
- #21 Empis
83% 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: Hex Grid 45.2% ★, 4X 18.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.5%, Strategy 8.3%
- #22 Fairysite
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wooltyranny
Windows
In this game you manage a colony of fairies. You and the humans have complicated relationship. As a parasite, you are dependent on their resources. However, they can expand fast and overrun you. You must maintain the balance between restricting the humans and letting them grow unchecked.
Why similar: Hex Grid 52.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Strategy 7.8%, Management 6.9%, Building 6.7%
- #23 Immunity Wars
82% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Unpronounceable Studios
Windows
Fight off your body's invaders using the combined strengths of your immune system's defenders! Immunity Wars is a turn-based tactics, classic hex grid, strategy game. Wield your units together effectively to fight off all kinds of bacteria, viruses, and even your own corrupted cells.
Why similar: Hex Grid 55.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, War 5.5%
- #24 Epoch of Guardians
81% 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 57.4% ★, Strategy 11.7%, 4X 11.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.3%
- #25 Politon
81% 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: Hex Grid 41.8% ★, 4X 19.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%, Strategy 7.7%
- #26 Mech and Tech 1
80% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: colmer_it UG
Windows · Mac
Conquer. Build. Survive. A tactical strategy game on procedural hex grids - intense, deep. Plan every move: establish your base, secure supply lines, and unleash suppression fire against all who stand in your way. Research new technologies - improve your units. Play solo, co-op, or PvP.
Why similar: Hex Grid 35.5% ★, 4X 17.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%
- #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: Hex Grid 39.9% ★, 4X 19.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%, Medieval 8.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.5%
- #28 Isle of the Crown
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Devious Oatmeal
Windows
From a simple home to a mighty kingdom; explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate your opponent in this strategic pixel-art chess-like hex game using cards as your pieces and their abilities as your tools. As many games before it, and as the saying goes; easy to learn, hard to master.
Why similar: Hex Grid 26% ★, 4X 20.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.8%, Strategy 8.6%
- #29 Beard of Stone
78% 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: Hex Grid 39.4% ★, 4X 27.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Strategy 9.9%, War 5.4%
- #30 Hex Kingdoms
77% 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: Hex Grid 39% ★, 4X 20.6% ★, Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, War 8.2%
- #31 Slavic Warband
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jar Games
Windows · Linux
Slavic Warband is a tactical RPG in which you lead a pack of peasants searching for a better life in early medieval Eastern Europe. Explore, fight, equip, and level up your company to ultimately create your own small kingdom.
Why similar: Hex Grid 40.4% ★, Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Medieval 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%
- #32 Last Days of Old Earth
78% matchMixed60% of 57 reviews2016
Dev: Auroch DigitalPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Last Days of Old Earth is a rich strategy game set in our far, far future where the sun is dying. Can you command the last noble tribes of humanity as they attempt to survive among the machines and marauding clans?
Why similar: Hex Grid 51.7% ★, 4X 15.4% ★, Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.1%
- #33 WinterThunder
76% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Bruin Bear GamesPub: Bruin Bear Games
Windows · Mac
A Hex and Counter turn based World War 2 game. Turns are 2 days and hexes cover 6 miles or 10 kilometers. Punch a hole in the Allied line and use Strategic Movement to break through to Belgium.
Why similar: Hex Grid 44.8% ★, Strategy 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, 2D 2.7%
- #34 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
74% 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: Hex Grid 36.6% ★, 4X 18% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.6%, Strategy 6.1%
- #35 Firezone
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: ArcadiaPub: MIRROR Soft
Windows · Linux
A game of 21st century warfare.
Why similar: Hex Grid 57.9% ★, Strategy 30.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%
- #36 Demise of Nations
75% 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: Hex Grid 43.3% ★, 4X 23.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Strategy 8.8%, War 5.6%
- #37 Interstellar Conquest
75% matchMixed47% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take planets and assemble your fleet. The conquest of space is now, navigate through asteroid fields and hide in nebulas to outsmart your opponents. Experience the challenge of ion storms disrupting your ship's sensors and become the ultimate space fleet commander.
Why similar: Hex Grid 22.5% ★, 4X 22.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Strategy 8.4%
- #38 Fealty
74% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: ToddMakesGames
Windows · Mac
A turn-based war game where you must fight for the throne! Use tactics, strategy and magic to wage war. Destroy your enemies with steel and fireballs, or force them to bend the knee, and you will be king of the island!
Why similar: Hex Grid 44.1% ★, 4X 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Medieval 7.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.5%
- #39 Brigandine The Legend of Runersia
73% matchVery Positive85% of 1,309 reviews2022
Dev: Happinet
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The continent of Runersia is home to six major powers with more than 40 bases, 100 knights, and 50 types of monsters. Select a ruler, organize knights and monsters into troops, and conquer enemy bases!
Why similar: Hex Grid 43.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Strategy 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Medieval 7.8%
- #40 The Mystic
73% 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: Hex Grid 33.6% ★, 4X 27.7% ★, Strategy 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Turn-Based Tactics 4.9%
- #41 De profundis 1454
73% 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 40.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Medieval 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Strategy 11.5%
- #42 龙骑战歌
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Chengdu UUO Technology Co., Ltd
Windows
This is a classic Hexagon War Chess game for senior player.This game is not a fast-food game, IQ matters.You need to focus on battlefield strategy.Every map is an IQ battle, and every player can be the creator or the challenger.
Why similar: Hex Grid 53.9% ★, Strategy 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.1%, War 6.4%
- #43 Kingdom Wars
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Obsidiagon
Windows
A medieval themed turn-based strategy/tactical game where you will build a kingdom, lead armies to the war, fight tactical battles and conquer enemy cities. Choose your main leader character from the 7 different available factions and start building your kingdom.
Why similar: Hex Grid 29.9% ★, 4X 21.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Medieval 10.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%
- #44 Beyond
71% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Quixotic Universe
Windows
Beyond is a sci-fi turn-based strategy game set in a generated solar system that orbits a distant star every round. Play as one of five alien species as you race to collect resources, build your military, develop new tech, expand the area you control, and drive opposing factions from the system.
Why similar: Hex Grid 43.9% ★, 4X 21.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%, Strategy 7.6%
- #45 Mini Army Tactics Medieval
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: John Caruso
Windows
Casual turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy Medieval era. Strategically command your troops on the battlefield to crush your opponent in combat. Use your troops abilities carefully to turn the tide of battle in your favor. Do you have what it takes to win the war?
Why similar: Hex Grid 41.6% ★, Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Medieval 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.2%
- #46 Qdice
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Benjamin Grosse
Windows · Linux
A turn-based multiplayer strategy boardgame inspired by Risk and Dicewars. Conquer the map, align your borders, calculate the risks, and cut through!
Why similar: Hex Grid 58.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Strategy 8.5%, Isometric 5.2%
- #47 Pandora: First Contact
71% 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 36% ★, Hex Grid 32% ★, Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #48 ENDLESS™ Legend
70% 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: Hex Grid 35.1% ★, 4X 30.3% ★, Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Medieval 2.1%
- #49 Almanach: Of Empires and Sorcery
69% 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: Hex Grid 39.4% ★, 4X 19.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Medieval 8.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.8%
- #50 Realm Divided
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devil Kitty Games, LLC
Windows
Dive into the world of deep strategy, where resources are your lifeline, fortifications your stronghold, and forces your arsenal. 🏰⚔️ Unleash your strategic prowess in thrilling turn-based battles! 💥 Gather faith, wield game-changing abilities, and rewrite the battlefield's destiny.
Why similar: Hex Grid 35.6% ★, 4X 20.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%, Strategy 6.8%
- #51 Yield! Fall of Rome
67% 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: Hex Grid 34.1% ★, 4X 17.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Medieval 8.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%
- #52 Empire at Risk
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BaroxxTech
Windows · Linux
Expand your empire and dominate dynamic maps. Conquer regions to increase your supply per turn, and move your troops wisely to outmanoeuvre your enemies.
Why similar: Hex Grid 46.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Strategy 13.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.6%, Management 7.9%
- #53 Rogue Hex Mines
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: rgyrg
Windows
Hex Minesweeper meets Roguelike — on a fog-shrouded hexagonal board, use 16 tools like fireworks, black holes, and magnets to clear mines, collect rogue cards, to reveal more tiles and defeat 8 unique Bosses. Runs as a transparent overlay on your desktop. Pick up and play anytime.
Why similar: Hex Grid 67.5% ★, Strategy 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Indie 2.1%, 2D 1.3%
- #54 Ground Pounders
70% matchMostly Negative41% of 54 reviews2014
Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Ground Pounders is a turn-based, strategy wargame. Inspired by classic strategy games like Panzer General, and steeped in the lore of the Sword of the Stars universe, Ground Pounders offers a new generation of gamers an updated taste of turn-based strategic warfare.
Why similar: Hex Grid 45.1% ★, Strategy 27.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Indie 7.9%
- #55 Mordfield Command
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Software Verde, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in a world seized by machines, Mordfield Command is a turn-based hex wargame. Reclaim territory under mounting pressure and expand your control of the battlefield. Move too slowly, and the Algorithm’s growing forces will overrun you.
Why similar: Hex Grid 41.5% ★, 4X 21.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%, Strategy 7.5%
- #56 Elaborate Lands
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elaborate Games
Windows
Elaborate Lands is a relaxing, turn-based strategy game. It combines unique gameplay mechanics with elements from 4X, city-builder and puzzle builder games. Build cities, gather resources, research technologies and expand your territory. Different maps and biomes offer near endless replayability.
Why similar: Hex Grid 39.5% ★, 4X 20% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Medieval 8.2%, Economy 7.5%
- #57 Lands of Rumour
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Vaeril Games
Windows
Lands of Rumour is a turn-based 4X game about hiding and gossip. Embrace the atmosphere of Robin Hood, develop villages, gather resources, recruit your men and defend your homeland in tactical combat, where every unit has unique abilities.
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.5% ★, 4X 22.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Strategy 8.9%, War 7.3%
- #58 Pollute & Conquer
66% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: GOSHA GAMES
Windows
An economic war over territories and resources is raging on the planet. Will you destroy the planet and all life on it in the chaos of pollution... or prevent the end of the world by developing new technologies? Play with friends using "Steam Remote" or play against smart AI!
Why similar: Hex Grid 42.5% ★, 4X 14.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Strategy 8.3%, Economy 7.9%
- #59 Farabel
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: Frogames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Farabel is a turn-based strategy game where you start at the end of the story. Develop your cleverness, your strategic prowess, and your inventive capabilities in order to survive!
Why similar: Hex Grid 61% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.2%, Indie 4.2%
- #60 Hexiv
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Graeme Little
Windows
Hexiv is a strategy deckbuilder about surviving on a lush but hostile planet. Use cards to build, explore and feed your crew while battling a determined adversary to unlock the mysteries of this genre-blending roguelike!
Why similar: Hex Grid 43.2% ★, 4X 19.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Strategy 7.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.1%