- #1 Systemic War
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play of Battle SA
Windows
Lead your nation in a modern grand strategy game (2008–2025), using a macroeconomic model with exchange rates, diplomacy, and hybrid warfare. Engage in kinetic warfare on the strategic map, then shift to RTS battles at focal points.
Why similar: Diplomacy 11.6% ★, Political Sim 11.6% ★, Grand Strategy 11% ★, Political 8.7% ★, Wargame 7.9%
- #2 Blood & Bananas
96% matchMixed64% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Spotted Moth
Windows
Enter the world of corporate politics, in this cold war grand strategy, become a monopoly of resources, buy the market, build an army, drop a nuke or hire a spy as you conspire against your peers and leaders. Become the greatest power via trade or war, in blood & bananas
Why similar: Political Sim 14.4% ★, Cold War 13.3% ★, Grand Strategy 11.8% ★, Diplomacy 9.6% ★, Capitalism 9.4%
- #3 World Warfare & Economics
96% matchMixed63% of 666 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: Political Sim 14.5% ★, 4X 14.2% ★, Grand Strategy 12% ★, Diplomacy 10.7% ★, Political 8.8% ★
- #4 NationWar:Annals
95% matchMixed68% of 168 reviews2021
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a deep focus on the Spring and Autumn period of the Warring States period of the grand strategy and real-time combat fusion sandbox game.
Why similar: 4X 15.9% ★, Diplomacy 14.2% ★, Political Sim 13.6% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Wargame 9%
- #5 Arms Race - TCWE
94% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2017
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race - TCWE is PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR
Why similar: Political Sim 19.7% ★, Cold War 15.2% ★, Grand Strategy 11% ★, Diplomacy 9.8% ★, Political 9.5% ★
- #6 The Cold War Era
94% matchMixed56% of 25 reviews2016
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
The Cold War Era is strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR
Why similar: Political Sim 22% ★, Cold War 15.9% ★, Diplomacy 9.7% ★, Grand Strategy 8.5% ★, Political 7.5% ★
- #7 Geo-Political Simulator 5
93% matchMostly Negative34% of 690 reviews2024
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The new 5th edition of the hyperrealistic global simulator game where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition or the president of a large multinational company, with a completely redesigned interface, a new ultra-detailed map, complete control of companies and new scenarios for 2024.
Why similar: Political Sim 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Wargame 10.6%, Political 9.7% ★, RTS 9.4%
- #8 To Victory
92% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Old_Gamer
Windows
This is a single player strategy management game.Base on a randomly generated map.It includes construction, trading, strategy, and management elements . Players need to make decisions to achieve the final victory.
Why similar: 4X 17.9% ★, Political Sim 14.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.1% ★, Cold War 11.6% ★, Wargame 9.9%
- #9 King's Orders
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 238 reviews2024
Dev: AFTERLIFE👻Pub: Games Operators
Windows
King's Orders is a simplified historical strategy game with an important innovation. You command your armies by sending letters with orders. Messengers with these letters travel the land and can be lost or intercepted. Generals execute orders upon receipt and send you reports the same dangerous way.
Why similar: Political Sim 13.1% ★, Political 13% ★, Diplomacy 11.2% ★, Grand Strategy 10.7% ★, Military 8.9%
- #10 Global Protocol: New World Order
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dorlion Interactive
Windows
Command any nation in a modern grand strategy simulation set in 2026. Manage diplomacy, economy, espionage, and warfare while shaping the global balance of power. Lead a superpower or build a small state into a global force in a dynamic geopolitical sandbox.
Why similar: 4X 21% ★, Grand Strategy 15.3% ★, Political Sim 14.6% ★, Diplomacy 9.4% ★, Wargame 8.4%
- #11 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
90% matchMixed56% of 836 reviews2021
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
A new expansion of the ultra-realistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! New Features for 2021: administration of the EU, Covid vaccinations, Biden's Challenge, political coalitions, diplomatic negotiations, worldwide tax and free-trade agreements.
Why similar: 4X 17.7% ★, Political Sim 16.3% ★, Grand Strategy 13.4% ★, Wargame 10%, RTS 8.8%
- #12 AfterWar
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political Sim 14.7% ★, Political 12.8% ★, Grand Strategy 12.3% ★, Diplomacy 9.5% ★, Capitalism 9.4%
- #13 NWO - Anarchy Collapsed
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KNK DEVELOP
Windows · Mac
A grand strategy game of world domination. Conquer and unite 195 countries before an unknown enemy arrives. Build your economy, military, and influence. Choose war or diplomacy, control resources, and shape the future—only one ruler will rise to the top. Will it be you?
Why similar: 4X 17.9% ★, Grand Strategy 15.3% ★, Diplomacy 14% ★, Political 11.2% ★, Wargame 10.2%
- #14 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
88% matchMixed49% of 196 reviews2025
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The latest expansion of the ultra-realistic world simulator, where you play as the head of state or the opposition! New Features: tourism simulator, party strategies with regime censures, personal wealth management, a European army, AI and robotics.
Why similar: Political Sim 18.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.7% ★, Wargame 11.4%, RTS 10%, Political 9% ★
- #15 EraTurn
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lobelia Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape your civilization’s destiny in this epic turn-based strategy game. Manage resources, advance technology, and conquer through the ages. Every choice transforms history—will your empire rise to greatness or fall to obscurity?
Why similar: Political Sim 13.7% ★, 4X 13.7% ★, Diplomacy 11.6% ★, Grand Strategy 10.5% ★, Political 9% ★
- #16 Age of Resistance
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Luis Humberto
Windows
Age of Resistance is a modern grand strategy set in South America. Manage your economy, internal stability, political ideologies, and regional conflicts in real-time with pause. Will you be able to dominate the continent?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Diplomacy 14.6% ★, Political Sim 12.2% ★, RTS 10.8%, Wargame 10.8%
- #17 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
86% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A Giant Strategy Sandbox experience set in Warlord China. *Tons of playable factions! *Communist insurgents, * Boxers like rebels, *Greedy warlords, *Mongol riders, *A mad russian baron, *Shanghai gangsters, *And armored trains!
Why similar: 4X 18.4% ★, Political Sim 14.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.1% ★, Diplomacy 12.8% ★, Political 10.2% ★
- #18 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 古玩工作室
Windows
"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!
Why similar: 4X 16% ★, Grand Strategy 16% ★, Political Sim 14.4% ★, RTS 10.6%, Wargame 10.4%
- #19 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
84% matchMixed59% of 961 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.
Why similar: 4X 19.1% ★, Political Sim 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Wargame 10.6%, RTS 9.2%
- #20 3 Days War
84% matchVery Positive84% of 707 reviews2023
Dev: 荆棘鸟工作室
Windows
3 Days War is a unique multiplayer strategy war game. Integrating the mechanics of RTS+4X, it allows dozens of players to engage in a three-day real-time strategy competitionon. Commanders, use your skills, strategies, games and even deception to become the ultimate winner!
Why similar: Cold War 15.4% ★, 4X 15.2% ★, Political Sim 14.3% ★, Grand Strategy 12.5% ★, Wargame 9.5%
- #21 Red Pearl Pirates
83% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Eoin Tolster
Windows · Linux
Command vast fleets in epic space battles, master a turn-based galactic campaign, and unite a pirate rebellion to find the legendary Red Pearl and stand against the tyrannical Z-Army. They can't take the stars from us!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.9% ★, 4X 18.6% ★, Political Sim 13.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 11.3%, Military 9.7%
- #22 Three Kingdoms : Alias
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plotrick
Windows
A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.1% ★, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, 4X 13.1% ★, Wargame 11.7%, Diplomacy 9% ★
- #23 Age of Enlightenment
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GSG Johan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape the destiny of the world as an 18th century ruler. Forge alliances and prepare your armed forces to expand your domain and colonize new lands. Or focus on internal development and help your subjects thrive with prudent economic policy and lawmaking. The choice is yours in Age of Enlightenment!
Why similar: Political Sim 15.1% ★, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, Diplomacy 13.4% ★, Capitalism 9.8%, Economy 7.5%
- #24 Trade Conquest
81% matchMostly Positive70% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: GrandPaw Games
Windows
Rise from a cunning strategist to a powerful ruler. Master economic warfare, manipulate global events, and build industries or armies to conquer the world. Every decision in this modern Grand Strategy game shapes your ascent to power—will you rise through wealth or force?
Why similar: Political Sim 15.4% ★, Grand Strategy 13.1% ★, Diplomacy 12.8% ★, 4X 11.6% ★, Wargame 9.2%
- #25 Gilded Destiny
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aquila InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Forge empires, incite revolutions, and reshape society in Gilded Destiny, the definitive grand strategy game of the Industrial Age. Take command of your chosen nation and lead it to glory through masterful diplomacy, sweeping industrialization, and decisive warfare.
Why similar: Political Sim 14.7% ★, Diplomacy 12.8% ★, Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, 4X 12.2% ★, Political 10.2% ★
- #26 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
81% matchMixed62% of 849 reviews2020
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new version of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Stop the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and restart the economy, participate in the US elections or engage in lightning wars with new 2020 scenarios.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.7% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Grand Strategy 16.1% ★, Wargame 11.2%, Military 7.6%
- #27 World War Forex
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Leobot Electronics
Windows
Rule the Financial Frontier: Immerse yourself in the role of a powerful politician in a world of war and unrest. Lead your nation to prosperity through cunning forex trades and dominate the financial battlefield. Live the life of a master strategist in this innovative game
Why similar: 4X 14.3% ★, Cold War 13.7% ★, Political Sim 12.5% ★, Diplomacy 12.4% ★, Wargame 9.5%
- #28 Grey Eminence
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Nestinars
Windows
Spanning from 1356 to 1956, steer the fate of any country on Earth through six epic centuries of conflict. Diplomacy, economics, warfare and intrigue are all weapons in your arsenal to transform the world that was into the world that could be.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.2% ★, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Diplomacy 13.7% ★, Capitalism 9.3%, Political 9.1% ★
- #29 Final Vanguard
77% 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 20% ★, Grand Strategy 15.1% ★, Political Sim 14.6% ★, Diplomacy 13.2% ★, Wargame 10%
- #30 Dummynation
77% matchVery Positive88% of 2,951 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 36.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 17.9% ★, Diplomacy 16.9% ★, Military 10.8%, Political Sim 10.2% ★, RTS 9.9%
- #31 Simulator of Countries
76% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Almost Games
Windows
This game is a global strategy game that gives you the opportunity to play for countries in the modern world. Here you will be given a choice of 198 countries for which you can play.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.3% ★, Wargame 17.9%, Grand Strategy 12.6% ★, Military 11.6%, RTS 10.6%
- #32 War and Politics
76% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: JIYUTORISEI
Windows
A strategy simulation that combines elements of war and politics. Take on the role of President (or Prime Minister) and manage the government, policy, taxes, military, and diplomacy. Win elections and achieve victory in war. Turn your beliefs into reality.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.6% ★, Diplomacy 16.5% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Political 10.9% ★, Wargame 9.4%
- #33 Front Frontiers
75% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: baus96
Windows
The World is on the brink of irreversible Tragedy. Global tensions are rising, alliances are falling apart and states are preparing to decide their fate in the shadow of a massive war. Front Frontiers invites you to fight a massive war, offering an in-depth strategy experience.
Why similar: Political Sim 18% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Wargame 14.1%, Diplomacy 11.6% ★, Real Time Tactics 9.6%
- #34 Ascendant Dawn
74% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Nikous Studio
Windows
Ascendant Dawn is a grand strategy game where you lead a nomadic tribe in a brutal bronze age world. Work your way up from a small clan to a great empire by founding cities and conquering your enemies.
Why similar: 4X 21.7% ★, Political Sim 18.9% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Wargame 11.6%, Alternate History 8.9%
- #35 Arms Race 2
75% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race 2 is a PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR that took place in the 20th century.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.1% ★, Diplomacy 16.2% ★, Grand Strategy 15.7% ★, Alternate History 10%, Political 9.7% ★
- #36 Edge of Power
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: David IusPub: Red Border Studio
Windows
A political sandbox where you become the architect of your state. Change the laws, manage the economy, and change the lives of citizens! Here you write your own history of your own country and the whole world. See how your decisions will affect the course of history!
Why similar: Political Sim 15.2% ★, Cold War 14.4% ★, Diplomacy 12.8% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Wargame 9.9%
- #37 Clockwork Dawn
73% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Terra Studios LLC
Windows
A new dawn approaches with the advent of intricate mechanical designs that will transform the world into an era of steam and steel. Take control of a country in this alternate history steampunk timeline and either survive and prosper or be forgotten in the dust of ages past.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.2% ★, Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Diplomacy 13.5% ★, Alternate History 10.9%, Wargame 10.6%
- #38 Supreme Ruler 2030
73% matchMixed64% of 536 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 14% ★, Political 13.4% ★, Diplomacy 12.2% ★, Wargame 11.2%, RTS 9.7%
- #39 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 18.4% ★, Political Sim 16.8% ★, Diplomacy 15.9% ★, 4X 14.6% ★, Economy 9.9%
- #40 Sovereign Stars
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: KYDEN
Windows
Build your galactic empire, conquer planets and emerge as the last player standing in this real-time strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 24.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Wargame 13.4%, Real Time Tactics 12.4%, Capitalism 10.5%
- #41 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Souzou
73% matchVery Positive86% of 1,212 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.
Why similar: Diplomacy 18.2% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Wargame 14.6%, Real Time Tactics 12.1%, Military 10.7%
- #42 A World To Win
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leafbug Labs
Windows
A Cold War real-time grand strategy game. Players lead a country through the revolutions and superpower conflicts of the late 20th century, competing in the space race and nuclear arms race, destabilizing and overthrowing rival powers to expand their spheres of influence.
Why similar: Political Sim 22.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.6% ★, Cold War 17.5% ★, Diplomacy 14.2% ★, RTS 13.7%
- #43 Great Houses of Calderia
71% matchMixed61% of 418 reviews2024
Dev: Resistance GamesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 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 21.3% ★, Political 15.5% ★, 4X 11.8% ★, Diplomacy 11.4% ★, Military 8.2%
- #44 Millennia
70% matchMixed67% of 3,746 reviews2024
Dev: C Prompt GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.
Why similar: 4X 20.6% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Diplomacy 13.8% ★, Alternate History 9.6%, Political 9.5% ★
- #45 SuperPower 3
72% matchOverwhelmingly Negative10% of 1,212 reviews2022
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
SuperPower 3 is a modern geopolitical sim in a planet Earth setup. Rule the world or challenge your knowledge about demography, economics, military strategy, as well as political issues across the globe. Compete with or against other players, or just try to do better than the real-life politicians.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 14.6% ★, Wargame 11.1%, RTS 10%, Real Time Tactics 9.8%
- #46 Territorial Conquest
68% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Uğur CANPub: Stechkom Software
Windows
Lead your nation in Territorial Conquest through the Middle Ages, WWII, and Modern Era. Expand borders, build armies, trade, sabotage enemies, make political decisions, and conquer the world in immersive real-time strategy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.6% ★, Political Sim 16.4% ★, RTS 12.1%, Real Time Tactics 10.9%, Wargame 10.8%
- #47 Hedge Fund Tycoon
70% matchMixed42% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: Stikcy
Windows
Are you ready to climb the ranks of the elite and become the wealthiest hedge fund in the world? In this thrilling new stock market game, you'll trade stocks, bonds, and use corruption to achieve your goals. Don't miss your chance to dominate the world of finance and amass a fortune.
Why similar: Political Sim 20.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.7% ★, Capitalism 12.5%, Diplomacy 11.8% ★, Economy 9.9%
- #48 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence - Ascension
70% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,078 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.
Why similar: Diplomacy 18.6% ★, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Wargame 14.6%, Real Time Tactics 12%, Military 10.7%
- #49 4th Generation Warfare
69% matchMixed56% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows
As the leader of a nation, dispatch and control your team of characters all around the world to destabilize your enemies and establish your supremacy. All methods are fair game: hacking, sabotage, political interference, military strikes, corruption, treachery, assassinations, data theft…
Why similar: 4X 18% ★, Diplomacy 16.2% ★, Political Sim 14.1% ★, Grand Strategy 13% ★, Political 12.7% ★
- #50 Rename the History
67% match7 user reviews50% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Codime Dev
Windows
Lead your country in one of the most difficult periods of post-war history. At this time, you will have to choose between the strong, or become a great power. To go west or east? It's up to you to decide.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Alternate History 10.3%, Military 10%, War 9.9%
- #51 Iron Order 1919
68% matchMixed69% of 432 reviews2022
Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
Windows · Mac
An unique long-term strategy game with week-long matches with up to 101 players, set in the alternate reality of 1919.
Why similar: Political Sim 15.9% ★, Grand Strategy 14.6% ★, Alternate History 10.3%, RTS 9.8%, Wargame 9.7%
- #52 SGS NATO's Nightmare
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 112 reviews2023
Dev: Strategy Game StudioPub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
What if the Warsaw Pact had attacked NATO in the mid-1980s. Or the other way around? Study this titanic conflict, within its most emblematic theater, Germany and Central Europe. Will you be able to achieve your goals without escalating into an uncontrollable nuclear conflict?
Why similar: Political Sim 23.7% ★, Wargame 18.9%, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Cold War 16.4% ★, Alternate History 7.1%
- #53 Europa Universalis IV
68% matchVery Positive88% of 135,916 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 279.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.
Why similar: 4X 16.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Diplomacy 14.3% ★, Political 11.7% ★, Wargame 10%
- #54 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Kakushin with Power Up Kit
69% matchVery Positive81% of 342 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
An extension of the 12th release in the Nobunaga’s Ambition series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle, has appeared at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Diplomacy 17.1% ★, Wargame 14.4%, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 11.9%, Military 10.1%
- #55 Small Kingdoms Prologue
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Bad Logic Studios
Windows
Rule a small fantasy kingdom and conquer your rival as you build up your cities and armies on the world map and command your troops on the battlefield. Small Kingdoms is a streamlined grand strategy and real-time strategy game, the Small Kingdoms Prologue is a free introductory campaign
Why similar: 4X 22.8% ★, Grand Strategy 18.5% ★, Wargame 12.6%, RTS 12.4%, Real Time Tactics 11.6%
- #56 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
67% matchMostly Negative39% of 279 reviews2025
Dev: JujubeePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prove your political brilliance in a grand strategy like no other: pick any contemporary country, set up your government and navigate the pitfalls of domestic and international politics. A glorious destiny awaits - the domination of not just the Earth, but the whole Solar system!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, Political 15.9% ★, Diplomacy 13.6% ★, 4X 9.4% ★, Political Sim 9.2% ★
- #57 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tendou with Power Up Kit
69% matchVery Positive82% of 231 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Nobunaga’s Ambition, a series synonymous with Historical Simulation Games, has now released an extension of the 13th release in that series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou, at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Grand Strategy 14.4% ★, Wargame 14.1%, Real Time Tactics 11.7%, Military 10.4%
- #58 Victoria 3
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 58,205 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 114.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.
Why similar: Political Sim 18.7% ★, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, Diplomacy 13.9% ★, Capitalism 10%, Political 9.7% ★