- #1 Terraforming Mars
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 7,108 reviews2018
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The taming of the Red Planet has begun! Corporations are competing to transform Mars into a habitable planet by spending vast resources and using innovative technology to raise temperature, create a breathable atmosphere, and make oceans of water.
Why similar: Board Game 25.1%, Mars 21.2% ★, Space 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Tabletop 8.6%
- #2 Galaxy Trucker: Extended Edition
96% matchVery Positive89% of 234 reviews2019
Dev: CGE Digital
Windows · Mac
Sign up to be a galaxy trucker today! An adaptation of Vlaada Chvátil’s award-winning board game is now on Steam. Already includes the ALIEN TECHNOLOGIES expansion!
Why similar: Board Game 27.8%, Space 15.2%, Aliens 13.8%, Tabletop 10.3%, Strategy 7.6%
- #3 Terraformers
95% matchVery Positive88% of 3,606 reviews2023
Dev: Asteroid LabPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Terraform Mars in this turn-based colony builder and resource management game with roguelike elements. Explore the planet, develop spectacular cities, spread life and turn the Red Planet into a green one!
Why similar: Mars 22.1% ★, Board Game 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Space 13%, Futuristic 10.4%
- #4 Small World
96% matchMixed68% of 1,498 reviews2013
Dev: Days of Wonder
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
CONTROL FANTASY RACES, SET OFF TO CONQUER NEW LANDS, OVERTHROW YOUR ENEMIES AND CLAIM THE VICTORY! In this digital adaptation of the legendary board game, dive into a world inhabited by whimsical fantasy races.
Why similar: Board Game 55.1%, Tabletop 14.5%, Strategy 11.2%, Family Friendly 6.2%, Casual 5%
- #5 Terra Mystica
94% matchMixed62% of 270 reviews2017
Dev: DIGIDICED
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world of fantasy, called Terra Mystica, 14 races are fighting together or individually against their opponents to gain power and territory. Using their resources smartly and terraforming wisely to gain supremacy and lead their own settlers to victory.
Why similar: Board Game 53.1%, Tabletop 22.9%, Strategy 19.1%, 2D 3%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #6 Solar Settlers
94% matchVery Positive96% of 306 reviews2017
Dev: BrainGoodGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Solar Settlers is a card-driven space exploration strategy game set in the far future. Our sun is on the verge of collapse and so mankind has taken to the stars aboard colony ships to seek out a new home.
Why similar: Board Game 31.8%, Strategy 24.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Space 17.4%, Sci-fi 8.5%
- #7 Eclipse - 2nd Dawn for the Galaxy
93% matchMixed60% of 85 reviews2024
Dev: BrettspielWelt GmbHPub: Brettspielwelt GmbH
Windows · Mac
The galaxy, once peaceful after the Terran-Hegemony War, now faces rising tensions. The Galactic Council's efforts to maintain peace are failing as alliances shatter and secret treaties form. A confrontation looms—who will emerge victorious and rule the galaxy? Lead your people to victory!
Why similar: Board Game 27.3%, Aliens 18.1%, Space 11.8%, Strategy 8.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.7%
- #8 Viticulture Essential Edition
92% matchMixed69% of 233 reviews2020
Dev: DIGIDICED
Windows · Mac · Linux
This is the official digital adaption of the boardgame Viticulture by Jamey Stegmaier & Alan Stone.
Why similar: Board Game 56.7%, Strategy 25.1%, Casual 12.4%, 2D 3.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #9 Scythe: Digital Edition
91% matchVery Positive90% of 3,763 reviews2018
Dev: The Knights of Unity
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!
Why similar: Board Game 37.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Tabletop 11.4%, Strategy 10%, PvP 9.1%
- #10 Stone Age: Digital Edition
90% matchVery Positive83% of 88 reviews2023
Dev: Acram Digital
Windows · Mac
Discover Stone Age, the digital adaptation of the classic worker-placement board game. Roll dice, place Meeples wisely, and use tools to influence your luck. Compete for resources and outsmart your opponents in a race to become the most prosperous leader of the age!
Why similar: Board Game 34.9%, Family Friendly 13.3%, Tabletop 13%, Strategy 9.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 9%
- #11 Ark Nova
89% matchVery Positive94% of 761 reviews2025
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Plan and build a modern, scientifically managed zoo to support conservation projects in an acclaimed strategy board game.
Why similar: Board Game 43%, Strategy 17.2%, PvP 17.1%, Tabletop 11%, Resource Management 10.4%
- #12 Patchwork
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 278 reviews2016
Dev: DIGIDICEDPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
In the long-awaited digital adaptation of Uwe Rosenberg's Patchwork, players patch their way to victory using fabric pieces of assorted sizes, colors, and buttons.
Why similar: Board Game 60%, Strategy 26.5%, Casual 13.5%
- #13 Oceans
89% matchMixed64% of 64 reviews2022
Dev: North Star Games
Windows · Mac
Adapt your Species to survive and thrive in the Oceans depths in this turn-based strategy game based on the hit board game Oceans.
Why similar: Board Game 31.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Tabletop 11.7%, Strategy 9.9%, Hand-drawn 8.9%
- #14 Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™
88% matchMixed60% of 22,976 reviews2014
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 29.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth is a new science-fiction-themed entry into the award winning Civilization series. As part of an expedition sent to find a home beyond Earth, lead your people into a new frontier, explore and colonize an alien planet and create a new civilization in space.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 29.4%, Space 17.3%, Strategy 14.7%, Aliens 14.6%, Sci-fi 11.7%
- #15 Carcassonne - Tiles & Tactics
87% matchVery Positive85% of 2,652 reviews2017
Dev: Artefacts StudioPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
The official adaptation of the famous board game Carcassonne! A modern classic tile-placement game based on the award winning game in which the players draw and place a tile with a piece of southern French landscape on it. The player can then decide to place one of his followers, called Meeples.
Why similar: Board Game 34.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Tabletop 11.5%, Family Friendly 10.1%, Strategy 8.9%
- #16 Through the Ages
86% matchVery Positive91% of 2,310 reviews2018
Dev: CGE Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 38.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Legendary board game classic from award winning designer Vlaada Chvátil
Why similar: Board Game 34.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Tabletop 13.2%, Strategy 10.5%, Resource Management 10.4%
- #17 Escape Gaia
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Current Games
Windows
you will play as Gaia, the shattered will of a planet, and command your spaceship to explore new worlds, collect and refine various resources, build a home on the damaged spacecraft, summon a wide range of monsters, and ultimately, devour other shattered wills to repair yourself.
Why similar: Board Game 43.9%, Futuristic 20.8%, Strategy 18.4%, Casual 9%, Resource Management 2.9%
- #18 SpaceCorp: 2025-2300AD
84% matchVery Positive82% of 68 reviews2025
Dev: Logix Interactive
Windows · Mac
Lead mankind's exploration into outer space! Build bases on the Moon and Mars, survey the rings of Saturn, and send generational Colony ships to Alpha Centauri, all in one sitting! SpaceCorp: 2025-2300 AD is a fast-playing, single-player, turn-based, sci-fi strategy game.
Why similar: Board Game 23.9%, Mars 20.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Space 14.1%, Tabletop 8.3%
- #19 Evolution Board Game
85% matchVery Positive84% of 442 reviews2019
Dev: North Star Digital StudiosPub: North Star Games
Windows · Mac
Predators lurk, food is scarce, you must adapt - or go extinct. Evolve your species to survive and dominate as you explore the campaign or go head-to-head with the skill-based matchmaker.
Why similar: Board Game 33.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Tabletop 12.4%, PvP 8.2%, Strategy 8.1%
- #20 One Deck Galaxy
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Handelabra Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Roll your dice and cleverly use them to build up your civilization from its humble homeworld, growing to create a Federation spanning countless star systems.
Why similar: Board Game 31.7%, Aliens 15.5%, Space 12%, Tabletop 11.2%, Futuristic 9.9%
- #21 Terraformers: First Steps on Mars
82% matchVery Positive89% of 696 reviews2021
Dev: Asteroid LabPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Terraformers: First Steps on Mars is a free prologue of Terraformers, featuring an exclusive challenge to lead humanity's first attempt at settling the Red Planet.
Why similar: Mars 24.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Futuristic 11.8%, Resource Management 10.1%, Strategy 9.5%
- #22 Galaxy Admirals
83% matchVery Positive86% of 331 reviews2017
Dev: Jetdogs Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
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 40.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Board Game 16.6%, Space 15.6%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #23 Raiders of the North Sea
82% matchVery Positive87% of 259 reviews2019
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
It's Raiding Season! Plunder your way to Viking adventure in the digital adaptation of the award-winning worker-placement board game!
Why similar: Board Game 32.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Tabletop 11.5%, Strategy 10%, PvP 8.9%
- #24 Planetiles
81% matchVery Positive84% of 93 reviews2024
Dev: MythicOwl
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive into Planetiles, where strategy and creativity converge. Build and transform barren planets into flourishing worlds. Outwit natural disasters, develop vibrant habitats, and navigate complex challenges. Embrace a boardgame-like depth with thoughtful planning and strategic decision-making.
Why similar: Board Game 24.4%, Mars 22% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Space 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%
- #25 Dune: Imperium
78% matchVery Positive94% of 3,969 reviews2024
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The award-winning board game of strategy and intrigue in the iconic universe of Dune. The Spice must flow.
Why similar: Board Game 38.5%, Futuristic 12.6%, Tabletop 12.4%, Space 12%, Sci-fi 11.1%
- #26 ENDLESS™ Space - Definitive Edition
81% matchVery Positive81% of 9,559 reviews2012
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Space 28.3%, Strategy 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.9%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Aliens 5.5%
- #27 Cascadia
77% matchVery Positive99% of 213 reviews2025
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Compete to create the most perfect ecosystem in the award-winning board game journey!
Why similar: Board Game 50.2%, Strategy 15.1%, PvP 13.1%, Resource Management 8.5%, Tabletop 7.6%
- #28 Moonbreaker
78% matchVery Positive84% of 1,448 reviews2024
Dev: Unknown Worlds EntertainmentPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Moonbreaker is a turn-based strategy, tactical skirmish game. The game is designed to be a true digital miniatures experience, set in an expansive sci-fi universe crafted by Brandon Sanderson. Direct Captain and Crew in gripping, ever-changing competition and adventure.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, PvP 17.8%, Space 14.8%, Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%
- #29 Charterstone: Digital Edition
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 252 reviews2020
Dev: Acram Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Build and discover in Charterstone - a digital board game campaign. Shape your village into the new Eternal City!☁️🏙️☁️
Why similar: Board Game 30.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Tabletop 13.1%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Resource Management 10%
- #30 Earth vs Mars
76% matchVery Positive88% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Relic EntertainmentPub: Relic Labs
Windows
Faced with a terrifying Martian invasion, you must lead Earth’s forces in a battle for our planet’s future. Create powerful human-creature super soldiers to fight an alien menace in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Aliens 21.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.2%, Mars 20.4% ★, PvP 15.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%
- #31 Tokaido
79% matchMixed68% of 156 reviews2017
Dev: FunforgePub: Acram Digital
Windows · Mac
Discover the digital adaptation of Tokaido, the board game phenomenon!
Why similar: Board Game 29.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, PvP 13.7%, Tabletop 10.9%, Family Friendly 10.7%
- #32 Age of Wonders: Planetfall
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,593 reviews2019
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 29.5%, Aliens 13.3%, Strategy 13%, Space 12.4%, Futuristic 11.4%
- #33 Agricola: All Creatures Big and Small
80% matchMixed40% of 130 reviews2017
Dev: DIGIDICEDPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Agricola: All Creatures Big & Small is a digital adaptation of Uwe Rosenberg's award-winning two-player board game featuring farming and livestock breeding.
Why similar: Board Game 61%, Strategy 39%
- #34 Concordia: Digital Edition
75% matchVery Positive83% of 175 reviews2021
Dev: Acram Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Concordia is a strategic, Euro-style board game. 🏺 Players take the roles of powerful Roman merchants and follow the Roman expansion with their trade routes, franchises, and production houses. 🏛️
Why similar: Board Game 32.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Tabletop 12.1%, Resource Management 9.4%, Strategy 8.3%
- #35 Everdell
73% matchVery Positive89% of 675 reviews2022
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Harvest resources to build a village of woodland critters in this adaptation of the award-winning tabletop board game!
Why similar: Board Game 37.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Tabletop 13.4%, Strategy 11.2%, PvP 9.7%
- #36 Nexus 5X
72% matchVery Positive91% of 917 reviews2024
Dev: Whatboy GamesPub: Paradox Arc
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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: Board Game 28.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Space 12.2%, PvP 10.7%, Tabletop 10.7%
- #37 Mystic Vale
74% matchVery Positive89% of 455 reviews2019
Dev: Nomad Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Are you ready to lead your druidic clan and cleanse the Valley of Life? Mystic Vale is a stunning digital version of the Origins award-winning AEG card game. Debuting the unique Card Crafting System, players take turns building powerful combos in order to stop the curse. Play online or local hotseat.
Why similar: Board Game 33.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, PvP 10.6%, Tabletop 10.4%, Strategy 9.9%
- #38 Catan Universe
75% matchMixed48% of 17,548 reviews2017
Dev: Client/Frontend: Endava / Backend: SuperNimbusPub: USM
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Trade – build – settle: Become Lord of Catan! Get to know Catan and play the starter scenario in multiplayer mode. Purchase the complete base game, expansions, card game and much more to discover the entire Universe of Catan.
Why similar: Board Game 73.1%, Strategy 11.2%, Tabletop 9.9%, Casual 5.8%
- #39 Horizon
76% matchMixed59% of 477 reviews2014
Dev: L3O Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Space 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Futuristic 14.2%, Strategy 13.2%, Sci-fi 12.8%
- #40 Revival: Recolonization
71% matchMixed69% of 424 reviews2024
Dev: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 32.2%, Futuristic 23.3%, Resource Management 14.3%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Strategy 13.6%
- #41 Splendor
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,460 reviews2015
Dev: Days of WonderPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
The OFFICIAL digital adaptation of the best-selling board game. ** ONLINE MULTIPLAYER NOW AVAILABLE !!! **
Why similar: Board Game 54%, Tabletop 21.7%, Strategy 16.3%, Casual 8%
- #42 The Castles of Burgundy
72% matchVery Positive81% of 270 reviews2019
Dev: DIGIDICED
Windows · Mac · Linux
Stefan Feld's highly decorated board game "The Castles Of Burgundy" by Ravensburger is getting its digital version on Steam! Enjoy against the challenging AI or friends a beautiful digital version of the classic board game!
Why similar: Board Game 48.4%, Strategy 35.2%, Casual 16.4%
- #43 Interstellar Space: Genesis
71% matchVery Positive84% of 818 reviews2019
Dev: Praxis Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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: Turn-Based Strategy 25%, Space 23.9%, Strategy 13.2%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Futuristic 12.4%
- #44 Master of Orion 2
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,693 reviews2016
Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Why similar: Space 33.4%, Strategy 31.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #45 Last Days of Old Earth
73% 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: Turn-Based Strategy 44.4%, Strategy 30.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.7%, Resource Management 8.9%, Sci-fi 3.9%
- #46 The Conquest of Go
66% matchVery Positive94% of 531 reviews2025
Dev: Wolfey Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Learn and play Go, the classic board game that has been played for thousands of years, and compete in the race to conquer the most land in the in-game world, or compete online against opponents around the real world.
Why similar: Board Game 33.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Tabletop 12.5%, Resource Management 10.4%, Strategy 9.7%
- #47 Reiner Knizia Yellow & Yangtze
70% matchVery Positive91% of 116 reviews2019
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Lead your dynasty to victory in the new digital adaptation of the acclaimed board game!
Why similar: Board Game 38.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, Tabletop 14.3%, Strategy 11.7%, PvP 10%
- #48 Flash Point: Fire Rescue
70% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2018
Dev: RetroEpic Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Coordinate a squad of firefighters as they navigate the hazards of a structural fire in search of the survivors trapped inside. Flash Point: Fire Rescue is a turn-based strategy port of the acclaimed board game. A unique tactical firefighting experience to enjoy with your family and friends.
Why similar: Board Game 60.3%, Strategy 19.4%, Casual 11.1%, Family Friendly 9.2%
- #49 Out of Space
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,905 reviews2020
Dev: Behold Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Strategy co-op online multiplayer game about living on a spaceship with your roommates. You'll need to generate resources, take care of a deadly alien infestation, upgrade your appliances and build your sustainable space home. Living together is never easy, especially when you are in outer space!
Why similar: Strategy 42.7%, Space 32.9%, Casual 22.9%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #50 High Strategy: Urukon
69% matchVery Positive85% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Iron Boar Labs Ltd.
Windows
Urukon is an experimental grand strategy game inspired by Euro-style board games. You play as one of 32 factions on a dying alien world. Each turn, you get to take just one of 10 actions. To achieve your chosen faction's goal, you'll need to carefully juggle multiple interactive systems.
Why similar: Strategy 40.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Resource Management 13.4%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #51 Mars Horizon
67% matchVery Positive84% of 3,058 reviews2020
Dev: Auroch Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Lead a major space agency as you guide humanity to Mars in this strategy simulation game. Construct a base, design and build rockets, conduct missions throughout the Solar System, and write your own history of Space exploration. Created with support from the European Space Agency.
Why similar: Mars 42.8% ★, Space 25.9%, Strategy 12.3%, Resource Management 11.6%, Choices Matter 5.2%
- #52 Dead in Antares
64% matchVery Positive82% of 155 reviews2026
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Dead in Antares is a turn-based survival management game with RPG elements, set on an alien planet. Lead a crew of survivors sent on a mission to save humanity. Manage their needs, strengthen their teamwork, and explore this mysterious world to find a way back home.
Why similar: Resource Management 24.1%, Futuristic 20.6%, Strategy 16.3%, Aliens 11.2%, Sci-fi 10.6%
- #53 Gomoku Let's Go
66% matchVery Positive88% of 913 reviews2021
Dev: Studio AmateurPub: indienova
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Gomoku: One of the most popular classic board games for all ages. Experience Zen style visuals, various levels of AI, seamless online multiplayer and Endgame challenges!
Why similar: Board Game 33.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Tabletop 14%, Strategy 11.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #54 Offworld Trading Company
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 5,669 reviews2016
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Mars has been colonized, and Earth's corporate titans fight to dominate this new market. Competition is fierce in this fast-paced economic RTS from Civilization IV Lead Designer, Soren Johnson.
Why similar: PvP 26.5%, Space 22.1%, Resource Management 17.2%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Strategy 15.1%
- #55 Athena Crisis
65% matchVery Positive82% of 140 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: Turn-Based Strategy 32.3%, PvP 22.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.4%, Sci-fi 14.3%, Strategy 10.8%
- #56 Distant Worlds: Universe
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,845 reviews2014
Dev: Code ForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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: Space 49.4%, Strategy 27.6%, Sci-fi 18.7%, Singleplayer 2.6%, 2D 1.8%
- #57 Dominus Galaxia: KS Edition
69% matchVery Positive84% of 242 reviews
Dev: StarChart-Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dominus Galaxia is a 4X space strategy game with a focus on amplifying strategic decisions and minimising non-strategic busywork.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #58 Power Grid
66% matchMixed53% of 58 reviews2024
Dev: Brettspielwelt GmbH
Windows · Mac
Dive into the world of the energy industry with the Power Grid app, designed by award-winning author Friedemann Friese.
Why similar: Board Game 38.4%, Strategy 17%, Tabletop 13.4%, PvP 10.7%, Casual 9.5%