Games Like Final Theory

Take command of Naval Strike Group 7 and lead your fleet to victory in full 3D tactical space combat. Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a sci-fi strategy saga that will test your skills as both capital assault ship Captain and naval fleet Commander.

Why similar: Turn-Based 27.9%, Space 14.8%, Strategy 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Tactical 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar tactical space combat experience with a strong emphasis on positioning and weapon management.

Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!

Why similar: 4X 28.6% ★, Turn-Based 18.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.4%, Space 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A polished 4X space strategy game that captures the classic feel of galactic exploration and expansion.

Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.

Why similar: 4X 40.7% ★, Turn-Based 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.8%, Strategy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a vibrant art style and streamlined 4X mechanics that make for an accessible space strategy experience.

Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.

Why similar: 4X 24.5% ★, Hex Grid 15.9% ★, Turn-Based 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Strategy 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi 4X game that features deep, turn-based tactical battles on hex grids.

In this sci-fi turn-based strategy with real-time base-building elements, you’ll be defending human territories against the transhuman Augments. Expand your HQ, and manufacture and upgrade an army of advanced drones to wage interplanetary war for Humanity!

Why similar: Hex Grid 28.1% ★, Turn-Based 21.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%, Space 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines base building with hex-grid tactical battles that feel very similar to the combat mechanics in Final Theory.

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in the grimdark universe of the 41st Millennium. Pick your force, develop your army, field mighty heroes and fight for victory using superior strategy, awesome abilities, and devastating weaponry.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based 13.3%, Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-quality, hex-based tactical experience that focuses on unit synergy and positioning.

StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles.

Why similar: 4X 42.3% ★, Strategy 17.7%, Space 15.1%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Turn-Based 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Blends 4X strategy with turn-based tactical combat, allowing for custom ship designs.

Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.

Why similar: 4X 23.8% ★, Hex Grid 22.4% ★, Turn-Based 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Space 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A staple of the 4X genre that offers extensive ship design and empire management options.

Shadow Empire is a deep turn-based 4X wargame with a unique blend of military focus, procedurally generated content and role-playing features. Players take the seat of the supreme ruler of a small nation, with the goal of reconquering a devastated planet.

Why similar: 4X 22.4% ★, Hex Grid 21.5% ★, Turn-Based 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%, Turn-Based Combat 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A complex wargame that provides a gritty, deep simulation of planetary conquest and logistics.

ENDLESS™ Space 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS™ Universe. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?

Why similar: Strategy 67.9%, 4X 12.1% ★, Space 7.6%, Turn-Based 5%, Sci-fi 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly immersive 4X experience with deep faction customization and strategic depth.

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 39.6% ★, Hex Grid 16.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based 10.6%, Strategy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style 4X strategy game that focuses on the struggle for survival on a hostile alien world.

A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as dangers. Build cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space.

Why similar: 4X 33.1% ★, Turn-Based 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%, Space 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space-based 4X game that focuses on exploration and empire building across multiple planets.

From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.

Why similar: 4X 28.9% ★, Turn-Based 21.7%, Space 13.1%, Strategy 11.3%, Sci-fi 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique strategy simulation that focuses on diplomacy and fleet management in a dynamic galaxy.

Astra Exodus is a single player turn based Sci-fi 4X strategy game inspired by the classics, with a multiple choice narrative driven epic campaign, top down real time tactical battles and an extensive semi-randomized research grid.

Why similar: 4X 25.1% ★, Strategy 24.7%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired 4X space strategy game that features a narrative-driven campaign and tactical combat.

Hexarchy is an innovative, fast-paced, historical 4x strategy game where you use cards and deckbuilding to make your decisions. Single-player and online multiplayer.

Why similar: 4X 23.9% ★, Hex Grid 22.3% ★, Turn-Based 16.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 4X game that uses deckbuilding mechanics to streamline tactical and strategic decisions.

Asymmetric space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. No micromanagement, grand scale, fast paced, audiences, assassins, imperial court, disloyal admirals.

Why similar: 4X 34.6% ★, Turn-Based 24.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Space 9.4%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the grand-strategy aspects of ruling a galactic empire with a unique, hands-off approach to fleet management.

In this turn-based strategic artillery game, players wage interplanetary wars by developing their home planets and firing massive barrages through the unpredictable gravity fields of the solar system.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.2%, Strategy 17%, Space 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features turn-based artillery combat between planets, emphasizing physics and tactical aiming.

Galaxy Admirals is a multiplayer turn-based cosmic strategy with pretty innovative and challenging gameplay. Improve your command skills with AI and conquer the whole universe by fighting with real players.

Why similar: Strategy 28.8%, Hex Grid 24.1% ★, Turn-Based 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Space 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, turn-based tactical game focused entirely on ship-to-ship combat.

Lead your orbital battleships to victory in Flotilla! Fight, trade, and explore new planets in your journey through the galaxy. Featuring tactically rich 3D combat, flank and surprise the enemy from any direction. When the dust settles, generate another randomized universe for a brand new adventure!

Why similar: Turn-Based 28.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, turn-based space strategy game that emphasizes quick, tactical skirmishes.

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: 4X 43.9% ★, Turn-Based 20.2%, Strategy 12.9%, Space 9.8%, Sci-fi 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, deep 4X strategy game known for its immense customization and complex mechanics.

Massive scale 4X-RTS set in space. Control hundreds of planets, manipulate galactic politics, research numerous advanced technologies, and command thousands of units and hundreds of planets in your quest for galactic dominance.

Why similar: 4X 54.6% ★, Space 18%, Strategy 13.9%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Indie 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A grand-scale 4X game that allows for massive fleet battles and complex economic management.

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 24.6% ★, Hex Grid 23.8% ★, Turn-Based 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Tactical 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game set on a post-apocalyptic Earth that utilizes hex-based tactical combat.

Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.

Why similar: 4X 27.5% ★, Turn-Based 16.4%, Space 8.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional 4X space strategy game that focuses on exploration and technological advancement.

MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Strategy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: While ground-based, it offers excellent turn-based tactical combat that will appeal to fans of Final Theory's tactical depth.

Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !

Why similar: 4X 27% ★, Turn-Based 24.8%, Space 18.3%, Strategy 13.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines space exploration with RPG elements and turn-based combat in a procedurally generated galaxy.

Strategy from the front lines! Starpoint Gemini Warlords combines 3rd person capital spaceship combat with 4X strategy and RPG gameplay elements. Build mighty war fleets and send them into battle or lead them into combat yourself. Become the Warlord and conquer the Gemini system!

Why similar: Spaceships 40.8% ★, 4X 30% ★, Space 12.7%, Sci-fi 8%, Strategy 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends RPG, 4X, and tactical combat into a cohesive space-faring experience.

Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture.

Why similar: 4X 27.4% ★, Turn-Based 22.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Strategy 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses on the rise and fall of civilizations with a strong emphasis on tactical wargaming.

Take command of a civilization that has just achieved faster-than-light travel in Galactic Civilizations IV, the newest entry in the award-winning space 4X strategy game series. Explore the galaxy, colonize worlds, shape cultures, make alliances, fight wars and pioneer new technologies.

Why similar: 4X 32.8% ★, Hex Grid 21.8% ★, Space 10.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Sci-fi 7.9%

Take control of a fleet commander returned from exile, rise through the ranks of the United Space Federation forces and join an epic war across the stars.

Why similar: 4X 49.6% ★, Space 14.2%, Tactical 9.4%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Strategy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A space-based strategy game that focuses on fleet management and tactical engagements.

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: 4X 48.6% ★, Turn-Based 19.8%, Strategy 13.2%, Space 10.3%, Sci-fi 5.4%

Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!

Why similar: Hex Grid 34.5% ★, Turn-Based 23.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%, Strategy 6.8%

ENDLESS™ Space is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS™ Universe, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.

Why similar: 4X 37.6% ★, Turn-Based 17.7%, Strategy 13%, Space 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%

A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.

Why similar: 4X 35.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%

Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.

Why similar: 4X 60.3% ★, Space 17.1%, Strategy 12%, Sci-fi 9.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...

Why similar: 4X 54.6% ★, Space 17.9%, Strategy 17.4%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Indie 1.8%

An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.

Why similar: 4X 39.1% ★, Turn-Based 22.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Tactical 10.9%, Strategy 7.8%

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: 4X 43.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Strategy 8.4%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%

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: 4X 41.5% ★, Space 17.1%, Strategy 9.8%, Tactical 9.3%, Sci-fi 8.9%

Galaxy squad is a hardcore turn-based tactical roguelike, inspired by FTL and XCOM.

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 19%, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Strategy 13.6%, Space 12.9%

Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%, Space 8.9%

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: 4X 48% ★, Turn-Based 14.7%, Strategy 13%, Space 8.5%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.

Why similar: 4X 39.1% ★, Hex Grid 15.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based 12.8%, Tactical 9.9%

Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.

Why similar: Space 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, 4X 16.8% ★, Strategy 14.8%, Sci-fi 12%

Dawn of Andromeda is a pausable, real-time 4X space strategy game providing an accessible, fun and immersive experience, introducing fresh ideas to the genre. Build your empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research technologies and build great fleets.

Why similar: 4X 56.3% ★, Strategy 17.4%, Space 15.1%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Indie 1.7%

An indie space-sim and strategy game featuring ship and fleet combat mixed with RTS elements. Complete contracts and Claim sectors for your faction in the near-future, where resource exploiting corporations are in a state of constant conflict over territory control.

Why similar: Space 29.3%, Sci-fi 21.1%, Tactical 16.6%, Strategy 14.9%, War 7.7%

Helm your own ship, battle for supremacy in a multi-faction war, and conquer the cosmos in this science fiction turn-based strategy game. Select from more than 100+ diverse star ships and fight for territory across a 2D hex-based grid.

Why similar: Hex Grid 43.6% ★, Tactical 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Strategy 14.1%, Indie 1%

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 26.6% ★, 4X 26.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 7.9%

Engage in epic simultaneous turn-based combat in this fusion of cards and turn-based strategy. Assemble your regiment, claim your territory, and lead your forces to triumph!

Why similar: Hex Grid 27.7% ★, Turn-Based 22.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.6%, Turn-Based Combat 8.9%

As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.

Why similar: 4X 58.8% ★, Space 16.2%, Strategy 14.2%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Indie 1.4%

Take command of humanity’s last survivors and rebuild an empire in the stars. In this immersive turn-based strategy game, you will have to fight to protect your people, control rival factions, and unlock lost technology.

Why similar: Spaceships 32% ★, 4X 30.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 9.3%, Sci-fi 7.1%

Take command of your hand-tailored fleet of space warships and use realistic radar, electronic warfare, advanced movement controls in 3D space, and precision targeting to outmaneuver and outwit your opponents in a simulation-heavy tactical space game like no other.

Why similar: Tactical 40.9%, Strategy 28.2%, War 18.9%, Multiplayer 7.4%, Singleplayer 4.6%

In Sins of a Solar Empire: Trinity, you are the leader of a civilization embroiled in a galactic war, fighting for the survival of your entire race against relentless foes.

Why similar: 4X 41.3% ★, Space 11.6%, Tactical 11%, Sci-fi 9%, PvE 8.6%

Pixel Starships is an FTL-style online sci-fi strategy builder and management game with a competitive PVP tournament. Set in the retro galaxy, your role is to explore space, meet aliens, and develop your ship, crew and AI. The game contains deep strategic and 4x elements. PSS is community-driven.

Why similar: 4X 44.6% ★, Space 16.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Strategy 9.9%

Assume command of a battle fleet and deploy immediately to the Dust Zone, commander. Our main food supply station has gone dark and the United Earth Nations (UEN) needs to know why in this 4X RTS space sim. Manage your ships, control space stations, and watch your back.

Why similar: 4X 43.3% ★, Space 14%, Tactical 12%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Strategy 9.5%

Dive into a top-down, turn-based strategy game with 80's sci-fi flair. Command elite soldiers in multiplayer duels on 24 maps, local hot-seat mode, or a thrilling singleplayer campaign. Master teleportation and gridless movement on the mysterious planet Anthracite.

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.7%

eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, eXterminate, EXPRESS. All of the depth, diplomacy, conflict and conquest of a turn-based 4X epic but played in fast-paced 60-minute competitive sessions. Play Solo or Multiplayer for 2-8 players.

Why similar: 4X 31.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 11%, Space 9.3%

Predestination is a turn-based sci-fi 4X game set in the distant past of our own galaxy. Ships from countless races are flung back in time by a powerful hostile race known as the Revenants, and must now work to rebuild their empires and somehow stop the Revenants in the past.

Why similar: 4X 37.4% ★, Turn-Based 23.2%, Strategy 12.5%, Space 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.7%

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: Space 26.9%, Sci-fi 20.4%, Strategy 16.1%, PvE 14.8%, 3D 7%