- #1 Galactic Civilizations IV
97% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,448 reviews2023
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, 4X 16.5% ★, Diplomacy 13.1% ★, Moddable 10.9% ★, Space 8.8%
- #2 Stellaris
96% matchVery Positive86% of 194,059 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 143.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21% ★, 4X 20.1% ★, Space 13.1%, Diplomacy 8.6% ★, Moddable 7.5% ★
- #3 Galactic Civilizations III
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,376 reviews2015
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 17.3% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Moddable 12.7% ★, Hex Grid 12.1% ★, Aliens 10.1%
- #4 Fragile Existence
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fragile ContinuumPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Save humanity from the brink of extinction in this sci-fi strategy game of survival. Travel among the stars to seek out resources, establish and develop colonies to sustain civilization, and grow your military might to push back against an overwhelming threat.
Why similar: 4X 16.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.2% ★, Diplomacy 14.6% ★, Moddable 12.2% ★, Space 8.5%
- #5 Distant Worlds 2
94% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,504 reviews2022
Dev: CodeForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 30.6% ★, Grand Strategy 25.6% ★, Space 12.5%, Strategy 9.2%, Simulation 8.6%
- #6 Falling Frontier
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stutter Fox StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Conquer a vast procedurally generated star system in Falling Frontier, a sci-fi RTS where intel and logistics are decisive factors. Design ships and raid enemy supply lines, lay minefields and construct recon stations, and ambush enemy forces within asteroid fields and nebulae.
Why similar: 4X 18.2% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Diplomacy 13.5% ★, Moddable 12.1% ★, Space 9.9%
- #7 Dust Fleet
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 220 reviews2023
Dev: Orbiting DiscoPub: indie.io
Windows
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 36.5% ★, Space 19%, Space Sim 14.9%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Strategy 9.2%
- #8 Distant Worlds: Universe
92% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,848 reviews2014
Dev: Code ForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 36.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Space 16.6%, Strategy 8.3%, Sci-fi 7%
- #9 Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™
91% matchMixed60% of 23,044 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: 4X 22.6% ★, Grand Strategy 12% ★, Space 12%, Hex Grid 9.9% ★, Strategy 9.1%
- #10 Ascendance
91% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Torchdrive
Windows
Ascendance is a real-time space strategy game that sees you lead your civilisation into a vast and mysterious galaxy. Experience an immersive journey with detailed civilisations, deeply-simulated economies, internal politics, nuanced diplomacy, and intense space battles.
Why similar: 4X 22.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.2% ★, Diplomacy 11.7% ★, Space 10.4%, Moddable 9.9% ★
- #11 Alliance of the Sacred Suns
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KatHawk Studios
Windows · Mac
Alliance of the Sacred Suns is a sci-fi grand-strategy RPG that begins with your coronation as the head of an interstellar Empire, and ends with your demise. Manage feuding noble houses and the schemes of would-be usurpers as you try to revive the glory of an Empire on the brink of collapse.
Why similar: 4X 19.9% ★, Grand Strategy 18.4% ★, Moddable 13% ★, Hex Grid 12.7% ★, Space 10.2%
- #12 Commanders Fury
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RoboFox Games LLC
Windows
Take command of the war machine of an empire in this 4x RTS hybrid. Fight battles with your flagship fleet in fully 3D real-time space combat. Recruit, train and dispatch commanders. Give them orders, directives and equip their fleets. Manage your empire’s supply logistics and fleet operations.
Why similar: 4X 25.1% ★, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Space 13.3%, Diplomacy 11.2% ★, Strategy 7.4%
- #13 Gate Builders
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pyralis Studio
Windows · Linux
Gate Builders is a sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game. Build space stations, manage work force, exploit, trade and transform resources. Face space pirates and enemy factions. Build, Expand, Thrive!
Why similar: 4X 24.1% ★, Grand Strategy 22.7% ★, Diplomacy 13% ★, Space 10.9%, Sci-fi 7.3%
- #14 Tachyon Wars
88% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Fair Games
Windows
Tachyon Wars is a sci-fi real-time space strategy game. It introduces seriously deep gameplay with an emphasis on fleet control. Open space to explore, large-scale battles, crafty AI. All of it is well seasoned with novel real-time game mechanics.
Why similar: 4X 28.8% ★, Grand Strategy 23.3% ★, Space 14.9%, Strategy 10.1%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #15 Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion
87% matchVery Positive93% of 16,284 reviews2012
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.
Why similar: 4X 19.2% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Space 9.5%, Space Sim 8.7%
- #16 Galactic Ruler
86% matchMixed49% of 121 reviews2022
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Galactic Ruler offers real time strategy game play at both planetary level and in space! Lead your faction in diplomacy or conquest across a procedurally generated galactic map where any system might hold hostile enemies or resource riches. Develop advanced technologies to rule the galaxy!
Why similar: 4X 19.7% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Aliens 10.7%, Space 10.4%, Moddable 9.2% ★
- #17 Existence: The Outer Reach
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cozy Orchards
Windows
Existence is a strategy game on a massive scale. Lead your expanding empire, explore the galaxy, and master simultaneous space and planetary battles. Engage in solo play or team up with friends for intense PvP and co-op action.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.1% ★, 4X 18.6% ★, Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Space 10.3%, Space Sim 7.2%
- #18 Astronomics Rise of a New Empire
85% matchMixed50% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: JayFiArts
Windows
Astronomics Rise of a New Empire is an easy-to-learn real-time global strategy(4X) game. Control your faction in an intergalactic conflict. Manage your economy, conduct diplomatic negotiations and build a fleet to rule the galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 21.9% ★, Grand Strategy 21.7% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Space 11.6%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #19 Lord of Rigel
84% matchMixed68% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: Rhombus Studios
Windows
Lord of Rigel is a turn-based 4X space strategy game inspired by the classics. In a galaxy divided by two elder races, will you unite with other species or forge your own path? Navigate galactic politics and defeat threats using espionage, research, and military force. How will you shape the galaxy?
Why similar: 4X 19.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18.9% ★, Diplomacy 15.5% ★, Space 9.9%, Space Sim 7.6%
- #20 Star Trek: Infinite
84% matchMixed42% of 3,483 reviews2023
Dev: Nimble Giant EntertainmentPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Star Trek: Infinite is a grand strategy experience that lets you play your own Star Trek story as the leader of one of four major factions in the galaxy. Follow the specially crafted story or blaze your own trail in the first Star Trek grand strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 23.7% ★, Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.5% ★, Space 11.3%, Space Sim 7.5%
- #21 The Pegasus Expedition
83% matchMixed63% of 385 reviews2023
Dev: Kalla GameworksPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The Pegasus Expedition is a story-driven sci-fi grand strategy game set in a key moment for humankind’s survival. Facing an overwhelming threat at home, humanity sends expeditions to the Pegasus Galaxy in a desperate attempt to find a refuge for the population of Earth.
Why similar: 4X 19.9% ★, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Diplomacy 17.9% ★, Space 9.8%, Aliens 9.1%
- #22 Stellar Sovereigns
82% matchMixed65% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: Imagined Reality
Windows
Indie 4X space strategy game with TB empire management and RTS combat set in a 3D star cluster. Build an interstellar empire by colonizing and conquering star systems, develop your colonies establish trade routes and construct fleets from a range of retrofittable capital & escort class vessels.
Why similar: 4X 23.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.7% ★, Space Sim 10.6%, Space 9.7%, Diplomacy 9.7% ★
- #23 Galactic Inheritors
82% matchMixed44% of 86 reviews2015
Dev: Crispon GamesPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Colonise solar systems and watch them grow. Explore the galaxy to find its strategic choke points. Build up your empire and your fleet and then use the power of the media to prepare your people for the inevitable war. At the same time watch your opponents, keep on an eye on their own media and watch for threats and opportunities.
Why similar: 4X 37.3% ★, Space 23.4%, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Sci-fi 7.9%
- #24 Antropico: Colonies
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Scassius Systems
Windows · Linux
Un gioco di strategia spaziale su larga scala che mira a costruire e mantenere il potere in una galassia simulata. Costruisci, sviluppa e sopravvivi in una galassia plasmata dalla storia e conseguenze.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.3% ★, 4X 26.5% ★, Strategy 10.5%, Simulation 9.5%, Space 9.4%
- #25 Interstellar Space: Genesis
81% matchVery Positive84% of 825 reviews2019
Dev: Praxis Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
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 27.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, Space 12.8%, Diplomacy 10.7% ★, Sci-fi 7.7%
- #26 Horizon
80% 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: Grand Strategy 26.4% ★, 4X 25.7% ★, Space 13.1%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Strategy 6.1%
- #27 Imperialist
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BRR Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Can you exploit the New World to control the Old? Lead your nation over five centuries of history in this 4X Strategy game. Build production chains, manage logistics, grow your Empire, and outmanoeuvre rivals diplomatically or on the battlefield, to become history's first Superpower.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.5% ★, 4X 27.4% ★, Diplomacy 20.9% ★, Simulation 6.5%, Strategy 6.1%
- #28 Rise of Hegemony
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Loewe
Windows
Take control of a country from its very first beginnings and lead it successfully to become a global hegemon. In a complex simulation of economy, diplomacy and warfare the path you chose to triumph is up to you.
Why similar: 4X 22.8% ★, Grand Strategy 21.3% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Moddable 11.4% ★, Hex Grid 9.7% ★
- #29 Stellar Monarch 2
78% matchVery Positive88% of 128 reviews2022
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Stellar Monarch 2 is a feudal space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. Great noble houses, usurpers to the throne, rebels, assassins, court intrigues, disloyal admirals, incompetent governors and ever-present alien threat.
Why similar: 4X 37.8% ★, Grand Strategy 32.4% ★, Space 12.1%, Strategy 9.9%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #30 Galactic Civilizations® I: Ultimate Edition
79% matchMixed50% of 305 reviews2012
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Galactic Civilizations is a space based strategy game in which you are in control of humanity's destiny.
Why similar: 4X 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 22.8% ★, Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Space 8.9%, Aliens 8.1%
- #31 Revival: Recolonization
77% matchMixed69% of 424 reviews2024
Dev: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 12.3 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: 4X 22% ★, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Diplomacy 18.4% ★, Hex Grid 15.9% ★, Futuristic 6.9%
- #32 Ultakia
77% 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: 4X 28.7% ★, Hex Grid 19.9% ★, Space 15%, Diplomacy 14.7% ★, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #33 Shadow Empire
76% matchVery Positive84% of 1,875 reviews2020
Dev: VR DesignsPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 70.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 22.6% ★, Grand Strategy 20.5% ★, Hex Grid 16.1% ★, Aliens 10.3%, Space 10.3%
- #34 Stellar Reach
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: Stelleas
Windows
Stellar Reach is a 4X hard sci-fi strategy game where you control a faction vying for dominance across a hostile galactic frontier. Guide your empire through conquest, prosperity, or industrial power as you advance through six distinct tech trees and forge your path to victory.
Why similar: 4X 31% ★, Grand Strategy 20.4% ★, Space 13.6%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Futuristic 8.3%
- #35 Beyond
75% match4 user reviews75% of 4 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: 4X 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Hex Grid 17.6% ★, Space 11.3%, Aliens 8.3%
- #36 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.1% ★, 4X 23% ★, Diplomacy 19.2% ★, Moddable 11.6% ★, Simulation 6.6%
- #37 EOL: End Of Line
74% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MLS Games, LLC
Windows
A sci-fi turn-based strategy game, no gimmicky mechanics just pure 4x glory.
Why similar: 4X 32.8% ★, Grand Strategy 29.3% ★, Strategy 11.4%, Hex Grid 11.3% ★, Futuristic 7%
- #38 Solar Wave
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SavGus Studio
Windows
A large-scale 4X strategy game with indirect control and a focus on simulating a space empire. Capture systems, develop your economy and logistics, call up hundreds of powerful fleets and watch them incinerate enemies of the Solar Empire.
Why similar: 4X 27.3% ★, Grand Strategy 27.2% ★, Space 14.6%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Strategy 6.7%
- #39 ENDLESS™ Space - Definitive Edition
74% matchVery Positive81% of 9,577 reviews2012
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.4 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: 4X 37% ★, Space 18.1%, Strategy 14.6%, Sci-fi 8%, Diplomacy 6.2% ★
- #40 Nova Historia
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BairdyDev
Windows
A unique 4X real-time historical strategy game, set on a procedurally generated globe. Play from ancient times, right through to the modern day. Expand your empire, build settlements, units, buildings and construct world wonders. Make History, Your Way.
Why similar: 4X 36.3% ★, Grand Strategy 26.7% ★, Strategy 10%, Simulation 9.9%, Hex Grid 7.7% ★
- #41 Cosmist
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gulbrandr Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Conquer the galaxy in this arcade-like strategy game. Pick and send your generals to deploy the fleet in the far-off star sectors, mine resources, and upgrade your ships forgeries. Deities might interfere with your plans.
Why similar: 4X 36.1% ★, Grand Strategy 30.7% ★, Space 13.1%, Strategy 7.4%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #42 Uncharted Sectors
72% matchNo user reviews2029
Dev: Luc ToupensePub: N42C
Windows · Linux
A grand strategy game built on a deep economic simulation and orchestrated by an intelligent AI storyteller. Ensure the survival of your domain at the edge of the galaxy: colonize worlds, manage populations, navigate politics, design custom goods, and master dynamic markets.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.1% ★, Diplomacy 20% ★, 4X 17.3% ★, Space 10.9%, Simulation 5.6%
- #43 Nexus Legacy
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nexus Legacy Team
Windows
Rebuild civilization from a single planet in Nexus Legacy, a persistent sci-fi 4X MMO. Colonize worlds, manage resources, research technologies, command fleets, forge alliances, and fight for control of a living galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 22.3% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Space 10.9%, Futuristic 6.6%
- #44 Stargazer's Terraforming Estate Co.
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Ashina Studios
Windows
Stargazer's Terraforming Estate Company terraforms & sells planets for years. Be a respectful member of the family and monopolize the galaxy by building dyson spheres in the name of the company.
Why similar: Hex Grid 22.6% ★, 4X 21.9% ★, Space 19.1%, Strategy 10.4%, Sci-fi 8.5%
- #45 Starpoint Gemini Warlords
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,581 reviews2017
Dev: Little Green Men Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: 4X 21.3% ★, Grand Strategy 16.3% ★, Moddable 14.8% ★, Space 14.5%, Space Sim 10.5%
- #46 Feudums
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kalamona Studios
Windows
Lead multiple branches of your noble house in a living, persistent online 4X grand strategy. Expand fiefdoms, command vassals, master warfare, and outwit rivals through diplomacy, espionage, and schemes. With NO pay-to-win, only strategy will determine the legacy you carve in history.
Why similar: 4X 20.2% ★, Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, Diplomacy 17.4% ★, Moddable 14% ★, Hex Grid 13.2% ★
- #47 New Stars
69% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: adamjr
Windows · Linux
Expand your own galactic empire across new stars, research technologies, and challenge great alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, and starbases to gather more resources. Explore a unique galaxy full of secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities.
Why similar: 4X 25.9% ★, Grand Strategy 24.4% ★, Space 12.3%, Space Sim 9.5%, Procedural Generation 6.5%
- #48 The Last Federation
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 503 reviews2014
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 27.8% ★, Space 20.3%, Grand Strategy 17.9% ★, Strategy 12.4%, Simulation 8.4%
- #49 Stellar Monarch
70% matchVery Positive80% of 227 reviews2016
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Grand Strategy 25.3% ★, 4X 25.1% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Space 10.9%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #50 Terra Invicta
67% matchVery Positive81% of 9,264 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 21.9% ★, Grand Strategy 21.4% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, Moddable 14.6% ★, Space 8.5%
- #51 Star Ruler
70% matchVery Positive83% of 340 reviews2010
Dev: Blind Mind Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
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 39.7% ★, Space 20.9%, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Strategy 14.5%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #52 Unconquered Sun
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pat Traynor
Windows
3D hard sci-fi grand strategy across a procedural galaxy. Build colonies, forge fleets, and command an interstellar empire with information constrained by the speed of light.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 36.7% ★, Space Sim 15.4%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Space 10.2%, Simulation 9.2%
- #53 Rivers of Chaos
69% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Bugarug GamesPub: Burgarug Games
Windows
Conquer the galaxy in this cinematic, battle-simulator. Each playthrough offering a completely unique galaxy, over 100 total specialized ships to command, and distinct commanders to lead your people. Pick your favorite faction and lead your forces into a dynamically generated battlefield.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.5% ★, 4X 28.1% ★, Space 17%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Strategy 6.6%
- #54 Near Sol
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: LTide
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space 4X game with the ability to build factories, extract resources, with characters, internal and external markets ... Take part in the discussion of the game, share your vision)
Why similar: 4X 31.6% ★, Grand Strategy 29.2% ★, Space 13.1%, Simulation 7.9%, Strategy 7.1%
- #55 CIVIREVIVAL
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DIMENSION CREATIONS LIMITED
Windows
In this 4X + RPG strategy game, lead humanity’s last ark and rebuild a new home among the mysterious ruins of the stars. Starting from nothing, you will develop technology, build powerful fleets, resist external threats, and shape the rebirth of human civilization.
Why similar: 4X 22.3% ★, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Space 16.5%, Hex Grid 10.9% ★, Space Sim 10.3%
- #56 Orbit Zero
68% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Kaan Özgül
Windows
Create a Company, Build structures, Collect Resources, Make Investments and Speculate on Assets. Carefully manage your Workforce, Finances, Resources, Shareholders, BOD & Political Partnerships.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.6% ★, 4X 19.8% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Space 12.7%, Space Sim 9.5%
- #57 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
66% matchVery Positive84% of 2,525 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.
Why similar: 4X 23.1% ★, Grand Strategy 22.3% ★, Diplomacy 20.3% ★, Moddable 15.1% ★, Simulation 5.3%
- #58 Final Vanguard
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Pepper Inc.
Windows
Rule a living interstellar empire in this real-time 4X grand strategy. Make decisions that shape civilian lives, manage fragile supply lines, lead military conquests, and decide whether your civilization thrives or collapses under its own expansion.
Why similar: 4X 25.4% ★, Grand Strategy 23.5% ★, Diplomacy 16% ★, Space 11%, Space Sim 10.5%
- #59 Novastride
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stradvian Games
Windows · Mac
Control your aerial and ground units using Real-Time-Strategy, OR switch during battle and join your comrades yourself in high-action dogfights and ground battles in Novastride. Dominate enemy civilizations throughout the galaxy and be the great strategist to lead your nation to victory.
Why similar: 4X 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 21.5% ★, Space 14.4%, Space Sim 8.2%, Sci-fi 8%