- #1 Artillery Tycoon
97% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Awful Waffle Studio
Windows
Build and manage an artillery factory in the WWI era. Research authentic weapon components, engineer deadly firepower, test prototypes on your firing range, and compete for lucrative government contracts. From the French 75 to the German 7.7, your designs will decide the fate of nations.
Why similar: Military 19.7%, Historical 17.5%, Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Economy 10.8%, Crafting 7.6%
- #2 Logistics Battalion
96% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Awful Waffle Studio
Windows
Take on the role as a WW2 supply manager from 1939 to 1940 and make sure the troops in your sector get what they need to push the enemy back. Choose between food, ammunition and fuel, who needs what and how much. The success of the troops largely depend on you supplying them!
Why similar: Shop Keeper 28.7% ★, Grand Strategy 24.6% ★, Historical 10%, Military 9.8%, Economy 7.8%
- #3 WW2: Bunker Simulator
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 407 reviews2022
Dev: BEPLAYERPub: Art Games Studio S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 62%
During WWII you are an American soldier who captured the german bunker in Normandy. You must defend it at all costs and survive this World War II. Complete missions, cook & shoot, search the bodies for medicines, ammo, and food to survive. WW2: Bunker Simulator is a mix of fps and simulator.
Why similar: World War II 17.7% ★, Military 17.6%, Historical 13.5%, Resource Management 12.8%, Crafting 10.6%
- #4 Making History: The Second World War
95% matchMostly Positive78% of 289 reviews2018
Dev: Factus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Choose a nation and prepare for the greatest conflict in human history, World War II. Build your military and industrial power, form alliances and race to achieve the advanced technologies that will bring total victory in this global-wide turn-based Grand Strategy struggle.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.8% ★, World War II 17% ★, Military 14.8%, Historical 14.1%, War 10.1%
- #5 Hearts of Iron III
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 6,070 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Hearts of Iron III lets you play the most engaging conflict in world history, World War 2, on all fronts as any country and through multiple different scenarios. Guide your nation to glory between 1936 and 1948 and wage war, conduct diplomacy and build your industry in the most detailed World War 2 game ever made.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 33.6% ★, World War II 24.2% ★, Historical 16.1%, Military 12.7%, Strategy 5.4%
- #6 Caravanserai Simulator
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BehaUlasPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Build, manage, and expand your own trading outpost on the harsh Silk Road. Draw water from the well, care for merchants' camels, trade goods, and upgrade your caravanserai from a dusty camp into a thriving desert empire.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 40.8% ★, Economy 17.4%, Management 11.6%, Crafting 10.9%, Resource Management 7.7%
- #7 Evil Bank Manager
93% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,760 reviews2018
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
What could be better than having a million dollars, a billion? This will not make you all powerful in the world, your goal will not only be to make lots of money, but to print money and become a Federal reserve system
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.5% ★, Economy 17.9%, Management 12.8%, Military 12.7%, Historical 11.9%
- #8 Hearts of Iron IV
92% matchVery Positive90% of 371,076 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30.3 hrsMean: 296.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.1% ★, World War II 20.5% ★, Military 17.3%, Historical 16.1%, War 11.5%
- #9 Countryballs Conquest
91% matchVery Positive86% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: Indenial Games
Windows
Lead your country through the Victorian age, expand your empire as you go head to head with the great powers of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.6% ★, Military 20.3%, War 14.4%, Management 11.1%, Historical 7.9%
- #10 Of Crowns & Chains
91% matchMixed67% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: BlueJayAvis
Windows · Mac · Linux
A solo-developed grand-strategy sandbox where you lead a nation in a dynamic, historically-inspired world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.8% ★, Economy 12.1%, Historical 11%, Management 9.8%, Military 9.6%
- #11 Steel Covenant 钢铁盟约
90% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: 金戈兄
Windows
"Steel Covenant" is a 3D real-time strategy game. The game is set against the backdrop of World War II. Players can transform into Allied or German commanders, commanding multiple units to participate in battles
Why similar: Military 21%, World War II 20.7% ★, Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, Historical 18.6%, RTS 6.2%
- #12 Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition
89% matchVery Positive91% of 37,770 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: Historical 26.2%, Grand Strategy 25.4% ★, Military 24.3%, War 10.2%, Strategy 9.4%
- #13 SEO or Die
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Zakhoda Oleksandr
Windows
Start with a single website and build a sprawling online empire. Grow traffic, manage clients, expand your team, and survive fifteen years of internet evolution in a life sim and business management RPG where every decision can lead to fortune or failure.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 33.9% ★, Economy 14.3%, Resource Management 13.2%, Historical 12.1%, Management 11.9%
- #14 Steel Division 2
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,528 reviews2019
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 52.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.
Why similar: Military 20.4%, World War II 20.2% ★, Grand Strategy 16.6% ★, Historical 12.7%, War 10.2%
- #15 Cup and Counter: Coffee Shop Simulator
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Little Big Byte
Windows
Build up your very own Cafe. Make a variety of Coffees to keep your customers happy. Keep your Coffee shop well-stocked, money flowing, and you will quickly expand and build the Cafe of your dreams.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 44.3% ★, Crafting 16%, Economy 16%, Management 12%, Resource Management 9.1%
- #16 Industrial War
86% matchMixed46% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Yocone
Windows · Mac
Explore the world In the 1920s, with more than 800 cities and 200 mines. Know your industrial chain and plan the role of each city; know your nation's unique polity structure and adjust your overall strategy. Resist the restlessness of your neighbors, acquire resources, and develop your industry.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.8% ★, Military 15.8%, Historical 14.5%, World War II 11.9% ★, Strategy 8.9%
- #17 Dummynation
86% matchVery Positive88% of 3,145 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 35.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Geopolitical management game with real-time shifting borders and a streamlined gameplay, designed to minimize all burdensome chores while allowing an absolute strategic control, from military recruitment and deployment, to diplomatic and economic management.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.2% ★, Military 21.9%, Economy 11.7%, War 10%, Resource Management 9.6%
- #18 Divided Empire: SENGOKU
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Composition GS
Windows
Lead your clan through Japan's turbulent Sengoku period. Craft wise strategies to expand your domain and use cunning tactics to defeat your enemies on the battlefield. Emerge victorious, restore order, and claim the title of Shogun!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.1% ★, Historical 22.2%, Military 12.8%, War 12.2%, Strategy 8%
- #19 KAISERPUNK
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 847 reviews2025
Dev: Overseer Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Build a city to rule the world in Kaiserpunk, a grand city builder blending production-focused city building with world conquest in an alternate 20th century world. Manage your city, grow industries, build a military, and defeat rivals to become the greatest empire.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.5% ★, Military 16.2%, World War II 14% ★, Historical 12.5%, War 9.9%
- #20 Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
84% matchVery Positive82% of 93,176 reviews2019
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 21.5 hrsMean: 89.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.
Why similar: Historical 30.7%, Grand Strategy 23% ★, War 16.6%, Military 14.8%, Strategy 9.1%
- #21 Souq Boss Simulator
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sandy Studios
Windows · Mac
Run your own Baqala in a nostalgic 2002 Gulf neighborhood inspired by old Dubai and Riyadh. Stock iconic childhood products, serve familiar faces, complete quests, unlock special items, make deliveries with friends, and use your BB Gun to stop thieves as you build your way to becoming the Souq Boss
Why similar: Shop Keeper 50.1% ★, Economy 17.5%, Management 14.2%, Resource Management 5.8%, Realistic 5.4%
- #22 历史模拟器:崇祯
81% matchNo user reviews53% of 2,168 reviews
Dev: 青干工作室
Windows
本作的初衷不在于让崇祯单纯地赢,而是编写一部属于你的王朝兴衰故事。虽然历史绝对不可改写,但在世界模型的推演下,你的每一次抉择都将引发蝴蝶效应,书写出全新的篇章。我们希望玩家在体验演义故事的疯狂与逻辑博弈的残酷时,能在直面王朝或崩塌或强盛的激荡中,悄悄生出对真实历史的敬畏。
Why similar: Grand Strategy 35.7% ★, Historical 23.5%, Military 17%, War 8.2%, Management 7.1%
- #23 Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game
83% matchVery Positive90% of 2,087 reviews2011
Dev: Martin IvanovPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Developed by a team of experienced modders from the Paradox forum, Darkest Hour is a stand-alone Hearts of Iron game. The game features a mixture of short and in-depth campaigns set across the darkest chapters of the 20th century. Play from the outbreak of the Great War up until the onset of the Cold War.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.6% ★, World War II 25.3% ★, Historical 17.3%, Military 10.1%, Strategy 6.9%
- #24 Strategeist
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Starfish, Inc.
Windows
Become a strategeist and lead one of hundreds of nations on the globe across centuries of conflict and diplomacy in this grand strategy game. Balance war, politics, and internal institutions to shape the fate of your empire, and secure your legacy in history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.3% ★, Historical 18.2%, Military 14.5%, Economy 9.8%, War 7.8%
- #25 Bomber Command
81% matchMixed41% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Silent S Studios, LLC
Windows
Take command of what would become the greatest air armada in history! Build, plan, coordinate, and command your forces into a mighty aerial armada against a smart German economy that adapts to your attacks, researches tech, and smartly reacts to your moves. Take over the Bomber Command.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.4% ★, World War II 19.5% ★, Military 17.3%, Historical 16.2%, Economy 8.5%
- #26 Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition
80% matchVery Positive92% of 27,286 reviews2010
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Complete your Total War collection with this Definitive Edition of Total War: NAPOLEON, which includes all DLC and feature updates since the game’s release
Why similar: Historical 31%, Grand Strategy 25.6% ★, Military 15.2%, War 12.6%, Strategy 10%
- #27 SGS Operation Downfall
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Strategy Game StudioPub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
Project Manhattan failed! Operation Downfall, the Allied plan for the invasion of the Japanese home islands is set in motion. Start with Operation Olympic to capture Kyushu, and move on with Coronet, the landing near Tokyo. Force Japan surrender with the largest amphibious operation in history.
Why similar: Military 25%, Historical 22.9%, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, World War II 15.6% ★, War 10.5%
- #28 B-17 Squadron
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Big Cheese Studio
Windows
Take control of a B-17 in a realistic bomber simulator. Destroy key targets by dropping tons of bombs on them. Command each member of the crew and feel their stress and tension. Take part in the historical campaign across occupied Europe.
Why similar: Military 29.1%, War 19.6%, Historical 16.7%, Management 15.1%, Resource Management 13.2%
- #29 Hearts of Iron 2 Complete
79% matchVery Positive86% of 663 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Includes Hearts of Iron II plus the two expansions, Doomsday and Armageddon When Germany is defeated in 1945, the Allies and the new Soviet alliance fight for supremacy. World War III is drawing closer. Play as the ruler of one of 175 countries through World Wars II and III.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 39.3% ★, World War II 26.1% ★, Historical 21%, Strategy 11.5%, RTS 2.2%
- #30 Ground of Aces
76% matchVery Positive85% of 1,455 reviews2025
Dev: Blindflug Studios AG
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Take command of a remote military air base during World War II. Build your own airfield, manage iconic aircraft and oversee your crew’s well-being. Prepare them against air raids and send your pilots on dangerous missions. Survive and help your nation win the war!
Why similar: World War II 19.5% ★, Military 16.7%, Historical 13.5%, Resource Management 11.7%, Economy 9.1%
- #31 Model Kit Shop Simulator
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Tenacity GamesPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Build and run your own hobby shop in this first-person store management sim. Order stock, fill shelves, set prices, match kits with paints through the Hobby Basket System, and let customers bring their projects to life at Build Tables.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 44.3% ★, Resource Management 17.6%, Economy 16.3%, Management 12.2%, Realistic 6.4%
- #32 Supremacy: Call of War 1942
78% matchMostly Positive71% of 6,310 reviews2017
Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.3% ★, World War II 21.6% ★, Military 19.2%, War 13%, Historical 13%
- #33 Pizzeria: The Pizza Restaurant Sim
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BFBulutPub: Cloud Game Studio Dev
Windows
Build and manage your own pizza restaurant from scratch! Knead the dough, choose the right toppings, control the oven, and satisfy your customers. Expand your shop, discover new recipes, and become the best pizzeria in town.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 45.5% ★, Economy 15.5%, Management 13%, Realistic 13%, Resource Management 7.1%
- #34 Radio Commander: Pacific '41
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Squadron StudioPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Command operations in the Pacific War by analyzing reports, issuing radio orders, and making strategic decisions. This new title in the Radio Commander series enhances realism, focusing on situational awareness built through radio communications.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Military 17.7%, World War II 16.9% ★, Historical 15.8%, War 11.4%
- #35 Brass Rain
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yarnhub Animation Studios
Windows · Mac
Join your friends and fight through defining battles of World War II in BRASS RAIN, a co-op combined arms combat game built around infantry, tanks, and heroic last stands. Inspired by real events, each mission recreates a unique historical battle with its own objectives, and unforgettable stories.
Why similar: Military 25.8%, World War II 24.2% ★, Historical 21%, War 15.8%, Realistic 6.3%
- #36 Bet Shop Simulator
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DepthinVision
Windows
Run your own betting shop, take sports bets, install slot machines, sell scratch cards, expand your business and turn a tiny bookmaker into a massive casino empire.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 52.6% ★, Economy 17.7%, Management 14.4%, Resource Management 5.6%, Realistic 4.4%
- #37 Smoke Easy: Hookah Lounge Simulator
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Tas Simple Games
Windows
Run your own hookah lounge! Seat guests, pack the bowl, keep the coals burning, put out fires (literally) and grow your business from a tiny spot to a place worth staying for.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 43.8% ★, Resource Management 13.2%, Management 12.8%, Crafting 10.9%, Economy 10.2%
- #38 Market Manager Simulator
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bugurca Game StudioPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Build and manage your own market. Fill the shelves, set prices, serve customers, manage online orders and grow your business. Hire employees, check stocks and turn your market into a large business.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 43% ★, Economy 18.6%, Management 16.8%, Resource Management 9.2%, Realistic 6.2%
- #39 Great Houses of Calderia
73% matchMixed61% of 426 reviews2024
Dev: Resistance GamesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Great Houses of Calderia is a Feudal Grand Strategy game focusing on family dynamics & stories. Use your family strengths to compete against rivals to rise in the ranks of Calderia - produce, trade, scheme, bribe, and battle to build your legacy of power!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.2% ★, Military 17%, Resource Management 11.2%, Economy 11.2%, Management 9%
- #40 WarPlan
73% matchVery Positive82% of 223 reviews2020
Dev: Kraken Studios
Windows
WarPlan is an incredibly accurate World War II simulation engine. It is a balance of realism and playability incorporating the best from 50 years of World War II board wargaming. Play a recreated World War II in every detail, thanks to the engine flexibility and database
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, Military 21.5%, World War II 20.4% ★, Historical 17.5%, War 9.5%
- #41 Generals & Rulers
74% matchMixed62% of 389 reviews2019
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
What will be the strategy game if you throw out all the grind from it, all the boring annoying actions and leave only strategy and tactics? It became interesting to us and as a result we received Generals & Rulers. Try it now!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.9% ★, Military 21.2%, Historical 15.4%, War 11.9%, Economy 10.2%
- #42 Pacific Fire
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Wirraway Software
Windows
Pacific Fire is a turn-based strategic wargame set in the Pacific Theater of World War II using a node-based map, rather than hexes. Take command of US, Japanese, British, Australian, New Zealand, Chinese and Dutch forces in the Pacific and Southeast Asia from 1941-1945.
Why similar: World War II 21.8% ★, Military 20.9%, Historical 19.6%, Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, War 11.6%
- #43 Mandate Order
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Digital Sky
Windows
Mandate Order is a Warring States war city-builder set in ancient China. Build a stronghold, manage industries and logistics, recruit scholars from the Hundred Schools of Thought, raise armies, and command real-time tactical battles with thousands of soldiers.
Why similar: Military 21.1%, Historical 18.1%, Grand Strategy 15.6% ★, Resource Management 13.2%, Management 9.2%
- #44 Victory At Sea Ironclad
72% matchMixed50% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: Evil Twin Artworks
Windows · Mac
Victory at Sea Ironclad is the exciting game of naval RTS combat set during the American Civil War. Bringing an epic approach to real time strategy war gaming, search and destroy enemy fleets across an open world sandbox in a desperate attempt to change the course of history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.1% ★, Military 19.3%, Historical 17.7%, Economy 11%, War 8.5%
- #45 Izakaya Diaries - Sushi Restaurant Simulator
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Space Muffins
Windows
Izakaya Diaries is a cozy sushi restaurant game. Alongside serving incoming orders, managing your restaurant, and progressing to experience new content with the money and fame you earn, you will also witness the historical events of the Edo period
Why similar: Shop Keeper 44.3% ★, Crafting 16%, Historical 15.7%, Management 12.2%, Resource Management 8.6%
- #46 Imperial Kingdoms
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BaroxxTech
Windows · Linux
Lead a medieval kingdom through expansion, warfare and economic growth. Manage resources, supply your capital and research new technologies to strengthen your realm. Customize your armies and conquer rival kingdoms across dynamic hex maps.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.8% ★, Historical 15.9%, Military 14.4%, Resource Management 11.6%, Economy 11.2%
- #47 Inventor Simulator
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Golden Syrup Games
Windows
Craft inventions and sell them to customers, then automate your workbench, workshop and store! Research new inventions or create your own from scratch. Set prices based on an economic model, unlock and craft upgrades, and vertically integrate your supply chain. Become the world's greatest inventor!
Why similar: Shop Keeper 40.7% ★, Crafting 17.9%, Economy 11.6%, Resource Management 11.3%, Management 9.6%
- #48 Optical Shop Simulator
69% matchNegative15% of 20 reviews2026
Dev: Vitrum GamesPub: Pulsorax
Windows
Master the art of opticianry in Optical Shop Simulator! Manage your own clinic, perform precise lens measurements, and help customers find their perfect style. Grow your business, upgrade equipment, and become the industry leader in this realistic management simulation.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 47.5% ★, Economy 17.4%, Management 15.7%, Realistic 10.1%, Simulation 5.1%
- #49 Taverntasia
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MvM Interactive
Windows
Manage your very own tavern as a wizard! Host guests from diverse races. Brew special magical drinks with potions and herbs, and serve delicious meals. Keep your customers happy with quick and quality service. Build your reputation, earn money, and take your tavern to the top!
Why similar: Shop Keeper 54.6% ★, Management 14.9%, Resource Management 13.8%, Crafting 11.8%, Simulation 4.1%
- #50 Schwerpunkt
71% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Anonymoose Games
Windows
Schwerpunkt is a World War 2 military simulation game. Take control of hundreds of units over a large frontline, making daring manoeuvres to push your enemy back. Fight in one of the scenarios given or make your own in the map maker.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30% ★, Military 20.8%, World War II 16.6% ★, Historical 13.5%, War 11.3%
- #51 Speakeasy Simulator
68% matchVery Positive91% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: Arcana GamesPub: Bluelily Games
Windows
Manage your own speakeasy hidden from prying eyes during Prohibition. Experiment with recipes, perfect the quality of your spirits, and transform your bar into an elegant, unique venue. Combine craftsmanship, optimization, and decoration to offer your guests an unforgettable experience.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 32% ★, Historical 14.7%, Economy 11.6%, Crafting 11.3%, Management 9.2%
- #52 Outpost Market Simulator
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overload Games
Windows
Outpost Market Simulator is a 1–6 player co-op game. Build your market, order loot, craft items, sell them, research new tech, and build defenses to survive the nightly zombie attacks
Why similar: Shop Keeper 46.6% ★, Economy 14.8%, Resource Management 14.7%, Management 12.2%, Crafting 8.1%
- #53 Grand Tactician: Napoleonic Wars (1792-1815)
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grand Engineer Corps
Windows
Fight the campaigns and battles of Napoleon from the French Revolutionary Wars all the way to Waterloo’s muddy, crimson fields.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 31.6% ★, Historical 25.9%, Military 13.9%, War 10.9%, Strategy 9.2%
- #54 Makato: Your Fantasy Shop
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sleepy Sloth Games
Windows
Build your own medieval fantasy shop and sell armor, weapons, potions and more to earn money. Send out adventurers to gather goods and combine them to create more powerful and more valuable goods.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 44.8% ★, Economy 12.9%, Crafting 12.8%, Resource Management 11.5%, Management 10.6%
- #55 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
67% matchVery Positive88% of 1,650 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 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: Grand Strategy 23.6% ★, Historical 16.5%, Military 13.9%, Resource Management 11.5%, Economy 11.5%
- #56 Panzer Corps 2
67% matchVery Positive85% of 4,141 reviews2020
Dev: Flashback GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 59.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards.
Why similar: World War II 22.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, Military 19.8%, Historical 13.8%, War 8.7%
- #57 Chronicle of the States: Qin Shi Huang
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 流风Game
Windows
This is a grand strategy game set in the Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States Period. Become an empire ruler or an ambitious noble, shaping your dynasty through politics and war. Face family conspiracies and minister betrayals, and write an immortal legend with your brilliant strategies.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29% ★, Historical 18.5%, Military 12.2%, Management 9.2%, War 9.2%
- #58 Blacksmith Shop Simulator
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 48 reviews2025
Dev: Dual Cluster Studios
Windows
Run your own blacksmith shop in this immersive simulation game! Craft and sell swords, shields, armor, and more to satisfy your customers, earn profits, and expand your business. Manage your forge with a dynamic day-night cycle and become a legendary blacksmith!
Why similar: Shop Keeper 40.2% ★, Economy 15.2%, Crafting 12.5%, Management 10.3%, Resource Management 9.3%
- #59 Car Manufacture: Prologue
66% matchVery Positive86% of 317 reviews2023
Dev: STEREO GAMES S.A.Pub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Build a car factory in the beginning of XX century. Discover new cars and technologies. Manage employees. Make tons of money and stay on top. Car Manufacture: Prologue, being a shortened version of the full game, is a great way to try this automotive tycoon game.
Why similar: Historical 17.8%, Economy 16.2%, Resource Management 15%, Management 13.5%, Old School 10.4%
- #60 For The Fatherland
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 35 reviews2023
Dev: Zuckrprinz Games
Windows
6 June 1944, the greatest military invasion in human history begins with Allied soldiers landing in Normandy trying to bring an end to the war. You have been given the task of stopping the Allied invasion and defending the German territories in France. Will you be worthy and defend the Fatherland?
Why similar: World War II 20.5% ★, Military 20.2%, Historical 14.6%, War 12.7%, Resource Management 10.4%