- #1 Trailblader
97% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2025
Dev: 迟到的南雨亭
Windows
Trailblader is a turn-based strategy game that features loop-based combat, integrating 4X strategy and hero development. The game tells the story of a hero who, having lost their homeland, leads the people to migrate to the wilderness to rebuild their home.
Why similar: 4X 34.1% ★, Deckbuilding 13.4%, Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #2 Uncivilized
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jamorian 5
Windows · Mac
A short-form empire building strategy game. Explore the planet and grow your colony, while attempting to negotiate with the many characterful rival factions. Make friends, break allegiances, or just drop nukes on them.
Why similar: 4X 34.3% ★, Diplomacy 24.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.9%, War 6.6%
- #3 Imperial Kingdoms
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BaroxxTech
Windows · Linux
Expand your kingdom: Gather resources and transport them to your capital city to produce the materials you need to expand your army and conquer new regions. Research new technologies to improve your economy and army. Use your troops wisely to outmanoeuvre your enemies.
Why similar: 4X 39.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Strategy 10.7%, Historical 10.7%, Economy 6.8%
- #4 Napoleon 1813
95% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Empire Interactive EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
In an enormous strategic area stretching from Paris to Breslau, from Hamburg to Vienna, control everything from major strategic territorial decisions to tactical battle manoeuvres.
Why similar: 4X 39.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.5%, Strategy 10.7%, Historical 9.1%
- #5 1492 - Colonization of the New World
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Salty Olives
Windows · Linux
Chart your nation’s rise in 1492 Colonization of the New World, a turn-based strategy game where you explore, settle, trade, and lead your colonies to independence amid rival empires and native alliances during the Age of Discovery.
Why similar: 4X 40.2% ★, Diplomacy 16.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Strategy 11.1%, Historical 9.1%
- #6 Rules of War
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Active Endeavour Games
Windows
Take command in this 4X-lite strategy game with fast-paced tactical combat and missile warfare. Build your economy, deploy land, sea, and air units, expand borders, advance technology, and navigate deceitful diplomacy. In a world of collapsing nuclear powers, can you lead your nation to victory?
Why similar: 4X 30% ★, Diplomacy 15.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Economy 10%
- #7 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
93% matchMixed48% of 53,475 reviews2025
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier's Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!
Why similar: 4X 25.8% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Historical 12.3%, War 9.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.7%
- #8 Rogue State Revolution
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 531 reviews2021
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.Pub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Greetings your Excellency. Time to rebuild, reform and prepare for new challenges in the People's Republic of Basenji. In this thrilling political strategy, you will appoint ministers and lead the country to success. Be careful — you may find yourself replaced in the next election.
Why similar: 4X 26.8% ★, Diplomacy 16.3% ★, Historical 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, War 9.8%
- #9 Legions
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: MindscapePub: SNEG
Windows
In Legions, lead your empire to glory across 10 historical scenarios, from Caesar’s conquest of Gaul to the rise of Charlemagne. Master diplomacy, economy, and military strategy to dominate rivals in this immersive strategy game set in the ancient world.
Why similar: Diplomacy 33.2% ★, Historical 18.1%, Economy 13.9%, Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%
- #10 Kyivan Rus
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Plawius
Windows · Mac · Linux
A historical turn-based strategy game, where you evolve as a leader, gather armies, research technologies, found cities, build the economy, unite the tribes and expand your lands to strengthen your country! Play in a single-player campaign or skirmish against AI.
Why similar: 4X 33.6% ★, Historical 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Economy 10%
- #11 Rule of Iron: Dark Age
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Eisengeist Studio
Windows
Build your realm in a turn-based campaign. Break theirs in battle. Real-time, 1:1-scale warfare where tactics, not spreadsheets, win clashes between tens of thousands of soldiers.
Why similar: 4X 24.3% ★, Diplomacy 18.3% ★, Historical 11.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%
- #12 Timeline
89% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Taueon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Timeline is a turn-based strategy game where you can play through the human history from stone age to modern times. In the game you command wide range of units, make them collect resources and build buildings, towns and cities, explore the map and meet other players controlled by AI.
Why similar: 4X 29% ★, Diplomacy 19.9% ★, Historical 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Economy 8.9%
- #13 Dominions - Priests, Prophets & Pretenders
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Linux
In Dominions you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. It all takes place in a fantasy world with monsters, magic items and world altering spells. Dominions is a 4x turn based strategy game with a large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: 4X 54.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, Strategy 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, 2D 3.5%
- #14 Chess: Three Kingdom
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 超级鸽
Windows
"Chess: Three Kingdoms" is a game built upon chess rules, integrating tactical war-game strategy with a Three Kingdoms setting. Command distinctive troop types, recruit armies with random traits, and enhance your official rank for the chance to enlist rare elite units.
Why similar: Historical 17.1%, Deckbuilding 14.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, War 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%
- #15 Millennia
87% 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 30.6% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Historical 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, War 9.7%
- #16 Grand Strategy: The Three Kingdoms
86% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2026
Dev: Yiming
Windows
Based on the classic history of the Three countries, the 2D grand strategy game integrates deep strategy, resource management, diplomatic game and sand table, presenting a magnificent stage for players in the turbulent world.
Why similar: 4X 43.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Strategy 12.3%, Historical 10.9%, War 7.8%
- #17 Commander: World War II
86% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Commander: World War II is a turn-based tactical game where you lead either the Allies or the Axis to victory. Deploy infantry, tanks, planes, and naval units, capture locations, use the terrain, and counter specialized units in intense battles. Design your own maps and dominate the battlefield.
Why similar: 4X 42.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Strategy 11.6%, War 7.7%
- #18 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
84% matchVery Positive84% of 2,346 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 28.4% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, Historical 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, War 10.6%
- #19 Old World
85% matchVery Positive82% of 6,135 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
Why similar: 4X 28.2% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, Historical 13.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, War 10.5%
- #20 Fool`s Road
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pikas
Windows
Turn-based strategy where chess-like battles evolve into full army command. Build your class fantasy, recruit troops, and enjoy thoughtful tactical runs.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 22.7%, Deckbuilding 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Strategy 13.6%, Roguelike 12.9%
- #21 Phase Line Red
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Savukuru
Windows
Take command in Phase Line Red, a WEGO turn-based tactical wargame. Plan company-level operations, issue orders to your platoons, and watch the chaos of WW2 combat unfold in thrilling, simultaneous cinematic replays. Master the fog of war and push the frontline forward.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Historical 19.4%, Strategy 13.8%, War 11.5%
- #22 Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 28% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Historical 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, War 10.6%
- #23 Horn of the Warlord
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagicKrol
Windows · Mac
A turn-based grand strategy game focused on ruthless conquest and clever planning. Command armies, conquer procedurally generated regions, manage resources, and outthink rival warlords through smart timing, army composition, and siege tactics.
Why similar: 4X 42% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Historical 13.1%, Strategy 11.1%, War 8.9%
- #24 Plane Starship2:Galactic Contender
81% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: 爱芙尔
Windows
This is a 4x turn-base strategy game. You can develop your planet, expand your territory by colonizing and building space stations, research technology to unlock more ships, and ultimately discover and eliminate your enemies.
Why similar: 4X 42.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, War 10.5%, Strategy 8.6%
- #25 Dominium Mundi
81% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Dusan Petrovic
Windows · Linux
Dominium Mundi is a lightweight 4X strategy game set in the medieval period where 4 players compete to create the most influential empire. Expand your empire over the map, convert more people to your religion, and control more trade routes.
Why similar: 4X 57.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Historical 11.4%, Strategy 9.1%, Medieval 6.4%
- #26 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
79% 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 32.4% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, War 11.6%, Historical 10.1%
- #27 The Civil War
80% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Dagger Interactive TechnologiesPub: Strategy First
Windows
This old-school turn-based strategy game covers the American Civil War from the years 1861 to 1865. Play as the North or South, and take over a certain amount of cities of the opposing side before the war ends.
Why similar: Diplomacy 39.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #28 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
79% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Aserisoft
Windows · Mac
Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms is a turn-based 4X grand strategy game, played on a procedurally generated world. Battles are real-time and tactical. Every world-map and battlefield is entirely unique, so this game will always have something to throw at you.
Why similar: 4X 44.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Strategy 11.6%, Medieval 9.4%, War 7.9%
- #29 Terrol
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Max Krupp
Windows
Terrol is a grand strategy game focused on capturing and holding strategic resources. The objective is simple: control all resources and destroy rival empires.
Why similar: 4X 34.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, War 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%, Strategy 10.5%
- #30 Ever War
76% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Utium Games
Windows
Ever War is a turn-based strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. This game combines empire-building, resource management and large-scale tactical turn-based battles.
Why similar: 4X 41.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Economy 9.5%, Strategy 6.9%
- #31 Kingdoms of Myth
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Marcos Cruz
Windows
Lead a global army with unique units and heroes, each with their own skills. Kingdoms of Myth features 100 civilizations with unique armies, tech, and skills, providing diverse ways to defeat enemies.
Why similar: 4X 36.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Historical 13.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.2%, Strategy 7%
- #32 Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization
78% matchVery Positive87% of 1,513 reviews2008
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game experience in which players will lead a European...
Why similar: 4X 43.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Historical 18.7%, Strategy 15.1%, Economy 2.4%
- #33 Terra Invicta
75% matchVery Positive81% of 9,023 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.4 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 27.7% ★, Diplomacy 19.2% ★, Historical 12.9%, War 10.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%
- #34 Infinite Borders: Three Kingdoms
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NetEase Games
Windows
《万民长歌:三国》是一款单机 · 历史 · 战争策略游戏。在无缝连续、真实还原的3D沙盘地图上,玩家可以自选视角、以自己的意志重演三国。来体验真实的三国策略——真实的沙盘,真实的二十四节气,真实的百姓,真实的战争!
Why similar: 4X 38.5% ★, Historical 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, War 11.5%, Strategy 7.5%
- #35 The Battle of Polytopia
75% matchVery Positive94% of 5,740 reviews2020
Dev: Midjiwan AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
Why similar: 4X 31.6% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, War 10.8%
- #36 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%
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: 4X 31.8% ★, Diplomacy 21% ★, Historical 17.1%, War 9.3%, Economy 8.7%
- #37 Samurai Conqueror
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miura Production
Windows
Conquer Japanese History! A “Historical Timeline Strategy” fought on the grand timeline of Japan
Why similar: 4X 33.4% ★, Historical 16.6%, War 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.4%
- #38 Palm Kingdoms 3
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hack The Publisher
Windows · Mac
Palm Kingdoms 3 is a turn-based strategy game with deep mechanics. Explore maps, build your kingdom, and lead armies in rich, tactical combat. Here, power lies not in a single character, but in the unique Commanders you cultivate within your ranks.
Why similar: 4X 33.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, War 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, Strategy 7.8%
- #39 Conquer: Napoleonic Wars
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: Estuego Games
Windows
A turn-based strategy game based off the Napoleonic Wars! Lead, attack, buy, and communicate. Learn how to play difficult 4x grand strategy games by starting with simple strategy. *Disclaimer, this game is made by a teenager for a school project*
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Historical 13.2%, War 6.8%
- #40 Tank Operations - Diary of the War
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Linked Dimensions
Windows
Experience World War II’s defining battles from a new perspective! In Tank Operations: Diary of the War, you command Allied forces through intense, turn-based warfare. Master battlefield tactics, upgrade your troops, and face an expansive campaign.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 23.7%, War 22.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.6%, Historical 20.4%, Strategy 13.2%
- #41 Great Powers
72% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2025
Dev: Flame-Dragons
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 4x global turn-based strategy game with a well-developed economic and military model.
Why similar: 4X 37.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Historical 11.5%, Economy 7.2%
- #42 Hexarchy
72% matchVery Positive82% of 1,534 reviews2023
Dev: Main Tank SoftwarePub: Yogscast Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Hexarchy is an innovative, fast-paced, historical 4x strategy game where you use cards and deckbuilding to make your decisions. Single-player and online multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 29.7% ★, Historical 13.2%, Deckbuilding 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, War 11.4%
- #43 Kingdom's Life
73% matchMixed63% of 259 reviews2022
Dev: Strudio Company
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Kingdom's Life - Large turn-based global strategy game in pixel style. You have to create your own people and state. Can you lead the state to political, economic, technological and military triumph? It depends on you.
Why similar: 4X 37.2% ★, Historical 12.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, War 10.7%, Economy 8.2%
- #44 Ara History Untold: Anniversary Edition
71% matchMixed70% of 2,201 reviews2024
Dev: Oxide GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history.
Why similar: 4X 41% ★, Diplomacy 21% ★, Historical 15.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.9%, Strategy 7.5%
- #45 Tracktopia
71% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: GalaDev
Windows
Tracktopia is a strategy game with city-building elements, where your city moves on tracks and serves as a super powerful unit. Expand it to boost production, advance technologies, and create smaller units to ultimately defeat the enemy nation!
Why similar: 4X 37.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, War 12%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%, Economy 8%
- #46 Commander: Modern War
71% matchPositive84% of 38 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the thrill of a modern conflict between two factions, as you outsmart your opponents in an epic game of strategy and cunning. Take command of your ground, air, and naval units and lead them to victory in the most immersive turn-based battle simulation. The battlefield awaits.
Why similar: 4X 44.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17%, Strategy 12.6%, War 9.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.7%
- #47 Imperiums: Greek Wars
70% matchVery Positive86% of 540 reviews2020
Dev: Kube Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Unique combination of turn-based 4X and historical grand strategy with a mythological twist. Explore the ancient world and build a world leading civilization. Survive, expand, conquer... and win!
Why similar: 4X 31.8% ★, Diplomacy 16.8% ★, Historical 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, War 10.4%
- #48 Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
70% matchVery Positive92% of 3,559 reviews2006
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new...
Why similar: 4X 40.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Historical 16.4%, Strategy 13.6%, War 3.5%
- #49 Ascendant Realms
68% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Soaring Pals
Windows · Linux
In Ascendant Realms you lead a nation in a struggle for glory. Cozy setting meets tactical thinking from classic turn based strategies, but twists it with compact gameplay. Develop your city, research new technologies, fight other leaders - or just create your own story in the sandbox.
Why similar: 4X 38.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, War 11.1%, Economy 9%
- #50 HUMANKIND™
68% matchMixed69% of 28,231 reviews2021
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.
Why similar: 4X 41.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.1%, Historical 17.2%, Strategy 12.7%, War 7.5%
- #51 Folk Emerging
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Curious Dynamics
Windows
Lead nomadic families through the Stone Age in this turn-based 4X strategy game with in-depth characters, cultures, and ecosystems. Explore the wilderness, hunt megafauna, outsmart competitors in trade & autobattler combat. Discover fire, agriculture, politics... and survive to tell the tale.
Why similar: 4X 39.6% ★, Historical 16.9%, Diplomacy 16.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Strategy 5.6%
- #52 决胜千里:三国 VICTORY HORIZON:THREE KINGDOMS
67% matchPositive84% of 37 reviews2025
Dev: 超自然游戏
Windows
Victory Away:Three Kingdoms is a traditional battle chess game where you will play the role of Liu Bei and embark on the journey of reviving the Han dynasty.
Why similar: Historical 28.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 24.6%, Strategy 13.6%, 2D 4.9%
- #53 My Empire
69% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Brandon SteckleinPub: Ape Apps
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead your empire to greatness in a turn-based 4X strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 40.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Historical 16.4%, War 10%, Strategy 8.4%
- #54 Total War: ROME REMASTERED
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 13,138 reviews2021
Dev: Creative AssemblyPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.
Why similar: 4X 31.1% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Historical 12.8%, Strategy 8.2%
- #55 Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,918 reviews2007
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 44.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit.
Why similar: 4X 47% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Strategy 14.6%, Historical 14.4%
- #56 Defense X
67% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Hcenter GamePub: 30 Game Studio
Windows
Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.
Why similar: 4X 48.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Strategy 14.3%, Tactical 5.4%
- #57 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
66% matchVery Positive88% of 1,626 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.3 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: 4X 31.2% ★, Historical 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.8%, Economy 9.8%
- #58 Empire’s Supreme Command
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: iGindisGames
Windows · Mac
Turn-based strategy. Build, trade, fight, and lead your empire to victory.
Why similar: 4X 34.7% ★, Diplomacy 17.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.2%, War 8.9%