- #1 Battle Realms: Zen Edition
96% matchVery Positive88% of 4,182 reviews2025
Dev: Ed Del Castillo
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 33.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Return of the Classic, now remastered! Battle Realms is a fantasy RTS inspired by the stories told in martial- arts movies and oriental mythology. Develop your peasants into a highly trained and deadly efficient clan of warriors who are ready to die with your name on their lips.
Why similar: RTS 49.6%, Strategy 45.8%, Fantasy 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that emphasizes squad-based combat and unique unit training mechanics similar to Kohan's company system.
- #2 Kohan: Ahriman's Gift
97% matchVery Positive89% of 150 reviews2011
Dev: TimeGate Studios
Windows
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Why similar: Strategy 61.5%, RTS 38.5%
Why You'll Like It: This standalone expansion provides the most authentic continuation of the Kohan gameplay experience.
- #3 Kohan II: Kings of War
96% matchVery Positive94% of 279 reviews2011
Dev: TimeGate Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Even as the world erupts in civil war, an ancient evil gives out a call, and the Shadow-touched begin to gather.
Why similar: RTS 49.1%, Strategy 44.1%, Fantasy 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel refines the squad-based mechanics and fantasy setting of the original game.
- #4 Warlords Battlecry III
95% matchVery Positive84% of 1,003 reviews2016
Dev: Infinite InteractivePub: Retroism
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 103.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.
Why similar: Strategy 46.2%, RTS 44.3%, Fantasy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep hero progression and a fantasy RTS foundation that mirrors the RPG-strategy hybrid feel of Kohan.
- #5 Warrior Kings: Battles
94% matchVery Positive91% of 323 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Warrior Kings: Battles maintains the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leading RTS. It is a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.
Why similar: Strategy 52.2%, RTS 47.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers complex tactical formations and a deep strategic layer that rewards careful army composition.
- #6 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,461 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory.
Why similar: Strategy 53.9%, RTS 46.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines grand strategy with real-time tactical battles, focusing on the management of kingdoms and heroes.
- #7 Majesty 2 Collection
94% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,531 reviews2011
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the Kingdom. Your rule is not absolute, however, as you face subjects that are independent and stubborn. They will need a great deal of persuasion before they carry out your wishes...
Why similar: RTS 46%, Strategy 45%, Fantasy 9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on indirect control of hero-led units, capturing the fantasy management spirit of Kohan.
- #8 Age of Mythology: Retold
91% matchVery Positive91% of 21,438 reviews2024
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Play as mythological Gods and smite your enemies in this award-winning, mythological Real-Time Strategy classic given new life. Wage war across timeless campaigns, fierce skirmishes, and god-powered multiplayer modes.
Why similar: RTS 54.8%, Strategy 33.4%, Fantasy 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A definitive fantasy RTS that features powerful hero units and strategic base-building mechanics.
- #9 Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries
92% matchVery Positive95% of 240 reviews2016
Dev: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Conquer the world and build your empire! Lead one civilization to glory through sophisticated trade, diplomacy, espionage and conquest.
Why similar: Strategy 58.9%, RTS 41.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic strategy title that emphasizes diplomacy, trade, and complex unit management.
- #10 SpellForce 3 Reforced
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 7,810 reviews2017
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Why similar: RTS 53.3%, Strategy 35.6%, Fantasy 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: Perfectly blends real-time strategy with RPG hero management in a high-fantasy setting.
- #11 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
89% matchVery Positive95% of 15,511 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!
Why similar: RTS 54.8%, Strategy 45.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the grand strategic depth and supply-line management that Kohan fans will appreciate.
- #12 Heroes of Annihilated Empires
90% matchVery Positive85% of 770 reviews2006
Dev: GSC Game World
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles!
Why similar: RTS 48%, Strategy 44%, Fantasy 8%
Why You'll Like It: Blends traditional RTS base building with heavy RPG hero progression and massive unit counts.
- #13 Lords of Magic: Special Edition
89% matchVery Positive92% of 546 reviews2015
Dev: Impressions GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Urak, once peaceful, is now a land of darkness, chaos and death. The people yearn for a champion to drive away the forces of evil. That champion is you.
Why similar: Strategy 90.8%, Fantasy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fantasy strategy game that emphasizes hero-led parties and tactical exploration.
- #14 Dungeon Keeper™ 2
85% matchVery Positive93% of 1,194 reviews2024
Dev: Bullfrog ProductionsPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Bad guys have all the fun. Discover your dark side as you build an evil underground kingdom and defend it against the forces of good.
Why similar: Strategy 74%, RTS 26%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique fantasy management experience where you oversee units with distinct behaviors and needs.
- #15 Cultures - 8th Wonder of the World
86% matchVery Positive83% of 503 reviews2015
Dev: Funatics SoftwarePub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Solve the mystery surrounding the 8th Wonder of the World with your heroes and banish evil from the Earth! Play this RTS-Classic.
Why similar: Strategy 59.3%, RTS 40.7%
Why You'll Like It: A management-heavy strategy game that focuses on the individual needs and roles of your units.
- #16 A Game of Thrones - Genesis
88% matchMostly Negative35% of 711 reviews2011
Dev: Cyanide StudiosPub: 1C-SoftClub
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Immerse yourself into the battles and intrigues between the Houses that shaped the Kingdom of Westeros and keep your spot on the Iron Throne by any means.
Why similar: Strategy 63.4%, RTS 30.4%, Fantasy 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that prioritizes political maneuvering and strategic unit placement over brute force.
- #17 King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame
87% matchMixed56% of 509 reviews2012
Dev: NeocoreGamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Experience the sequel to the Role-playing Real Time Strategy Hit!
Why similar: Strategy 54.9%, RTS 37.3%, Fantasy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time tactical battles with a heavy emphasis on RPG hero development and fantasy lore.
- #18 Stronghold Crusader HD (2012)
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 20,726 reviews2013
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
Why similar: Strategy 54%, RTS 46%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on intricate supply-line management and base defense, essential elements for any strategy enthusiast.
- #19 Imperial Glory
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,323 reviews2014
Dev: Pyro StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
It is a time of war in Europe. Driven by new ideas of Enlightenment, the hearts of men and women across the continent are inflamed with dreams of freedom and glory. This is the moment for a military genius to forge himself a name to be remembered throughout all eternity. This is your moment.
Why similar: Strategy 54.3%, RTS 45.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a mix of turn-based grand strategy and real-time tactical battles for a comprehensive experience.
- #20 Cossacks 3
84% matchVery Positive82% of 15,735 reviews2016
Dev: GSC Game World
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!
Why similar: RTS 54.1%, Strategy 45.9%
Why You'll Like It: A large-scale RTS that requires careful resource management and formation-based tactical maneuvers.
- #21 Etherlords II
83% matchVery Positive83% of 490 reviews2014
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 41%
The saga continues! Etherlords II takes you back to the world of Ether and into a whole new realm of fantastic possibilities. Lead your hero on an unforgettable journey through lands filled with unsurpassed beauty and danger to unlock the ultimate mystery.
Why similar: Strategy 77.5%, Fantasy 22.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features tactical combat and hero-driven strategy within a high-fantasy world.
- #22 Ground Control II: Operation Exodus
82% matchVery Positive89% of 317 reviews2015
Dev: Massive EntertainmentPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
It’s 2741 and the universe is at war. The Terran Empire is laying siege to the NSA, a treaty of colonies that upholds freedom and democracy. After losing the battle in space, the NSA is forced to retreat to its last stronghold. Can you snatch victory from impending doom?
Why similar: Strategy 67.7%, RTS 32.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on squad-based tactical combat, stripping away base building to emphasize unit management.
- #23 Rising Kingdoms
81% matchVery Positive92% of 247 reviews2019
Dev: Haemimont Games
Windows
Rising Kingdoms is a fantasy-themed RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2005
Why similar: Strategy 54.8%, RTS 45.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fantasy RTS that utilizes hero units to lead armies and capture strategic points on the map.
- #24 Knights of Honor
79% matchVery Positive93% of 2,365 reviews2009
Dev: Black Sea Studios LtdPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
As King, it is your duty to lead your people in their struggle to raise your kingdom from its humble beginnings to a position of power and prestige. War, diplomacy and a burgeoning economy are the means by which you increase your power and expand your influence.
Why similar: Strategy 60.4%, RTS 39.6%
- #25 Warrior Kings
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 141 reviews2014
Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
Windows
Restoring the power of a kingdom to its former glory using innate cunning, military might and a fearsome will to win.
Why similar: Strategy 59.6%, RTS 40.4%
- #26 Dominions 4: Thrones of Ascension
79% matchVery Positive91% of 1,450 reviews2013
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 48.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
You are a God! You are master and ruler of a loyal nation. You have unimaginable powers at your disposal. You have claimed this world as yours. But there are others who stand in your way. You must defeat and destroy these pretenders. Only then can you ascend to godhood and become the new Pantokrator.
Why similar: Strategy 82.3%, Fantasy 17.7%
- #27 SpellForce 2: Faith in Destiny
80% matchMixed60% of 379 reviews2012
Dev: Mind Over Matter StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
In times of war and chaos you will assume the role of a young man, who is supposed to liberate the entire world of Eo from the new, nameless evil. Along with a group of diverse heroes and a dragon as trustful companions, you will fight to gain information about this mysterious new enemy and thereby discover your own true destiny.
Why similar: Strategy 50%, RTS 39.4%, Fantasy 10.6%
- #28 Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars
78% matchMixed58% of 642 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars sends the player into the heroic XIX century where they assume the role of a commander to take part in the massive historical battles for the supremacy over Europe.
Why similar: Strategy 60.6%, RTS 39.4%
- #29 Shadow of Kingdoms
78% matchMostly Negative32% of 110 reviews2015
Dev: TernGamePub: Admax Game
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Can you defeat the shadow of your kingdom? Play as the last of the survivors of a former glorious dynasty to defeat evil and restore the honor and glory to your land!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #30 Battle for Orion 2
76% matchVery Positive80% of 75 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Loop Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Earth has been destroyed. Mankind is fractured. The galaxy is at war. But one hope remains: a new home for mankind. Probes detected a habitable planet in the Orion sector. You must fight your way to it, but nothing is as it seems. A more devious plan is underway that threatens the entire galaxy.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #31 Master of Orion 2
74% 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: Strategy 100%
- #32 Achron
77% matchMixed64% of 112 reviews2011
Dev: Hazardous Software Inc.
Windows
As one of the survivors and humankind's first “Achronal” being, you must piece together what happened and unravel the mysteries surrounding the alien invasion.
Why similar: Strategy 54.2%, RTS 45.8%
- #33 Age of Darkness: Final Stand
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 10,403 reviews2025
Dev: PlaySide
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Age of Darkness: Final Stand is a dark fantasy survival RTS where you must illuminate, build and defend humanity’s last bastion against hordes of Nightmares. Set in the remnants of a kingdom consumed by a deadly fog, you decide. Will you hide in the light? Or take back your world.
Why similar: RTS 54.7%, Strategy 32.9%, Fantasy 12.5%
- #34 Elven Legacy
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 189 reviews2009
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
This sequel to Fantasy Wars continues its story after banishing the archdemon. The shadows of destruction begin to loom on the horizon once a human mage uncovers a dark and powerful secret dating back to the remote past of the Elven race.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #35 Songs of Silence
70% matchVery Positive81% of 2,580 reviews2024
Dev: Chimera Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Lead armies, rebuild fallen kingdoms, and rise to greatness! Embark on an epic journey of strategy in a visually stunning world. Fight intense battles and uncover a captivating story.
Why similar: Strategy 70.6%, Fantasy 29.4%
- #36 reconquest
75% matchMixed55% of 263 reviews2016
Dev: StormCube Games
Windows · Mac
Reconquest is a real-time strategy base building game. After World War III, mankind got close to extinction. You have to reconquer Earth by making better strategic decisions than your opponents.
Why similar: Strategy 53.4%, RTS 46.6%
- #37 Majesty 2
75% matchMixed69% of 1,271 reviews2009
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the kingdom Ardania. At your service are your loyal and somewhat obnoxious subordinates, who have their own minds about how things should be done. In fact, Majesty is the only game where your heroes decide on their own what should be done and when, leaving you to try to control them through...
Why similar: Strategy 57.4%, RTS 30.1%, Fantasy 12.5%
- #38 SpellForce - Platinum Edition
73% matchVery Positive88% of 2,827 reviews2009
Dev: PhenomicPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 33.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Included in the Platinum Edition are three titles:SpellForce: The Order of DawnIn a world beyond imagination...In their immeasurable greed and constant thirst for power, the thirteen most powerful Mages of all time doomed the land, hurling it into an endless spiral of chaos and despair.
Why similar: RTS 46.4%, Strategy 40.6%, Fantasy 12.9%
- #39 Cossacks: European Wars
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 617 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 32%
This game is devoted to the key events of the XVII–XVIII centuries.
Why similar: Strategy 70.5%, RTS 29.5%
- #40 A Game of Dwarves
74% matchMixed63% of 549 reviews2012
Dev: Zeal Game StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 56%
A Dwarven Prince on a quest to reclaim his people’s stolen land will take you on a great journey. Explore a continent filled with buried treasures and unearth mysteries that have laid hidden since the Great War.
Why similar: Strategy 82.3%, Fantasy 17.7%
- #41 Divinity: Dragon Commander
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,503 reviews2013
Dev: Larian Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
You are the Dragon Commander. Your mission it is to reunite a broken empire and become the new emperor. Success depends entirely on your ability to efficiently rule your empire, build invincible armies and lead them to victory.
Why similar: Strategy 46.5%, RTS 41.4%, Fantasy 12%
- #42 SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,326 reviews2009
Dev: PhenomicPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%
SpellForce 2 - Anniversary Edition presents the award-winning SpellForce saga hits: "SpellForce 2 – Shadow Wars" and the add-on "SpellForce 2 – Dragon Storm" for a spectacular game experience!
Why similar: Strategy 46%, RTS 45.1%, Fantasy 8.8%
- #43 SpellForce 3 Fallen God
69% matchVery Positive88% of 1,530 reviews2020
Dev: Grimlore GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Command the Trolls and lead them on an epic journey across the wild continent of Urgath. As Chieftain of the Moonkin, a tribe driven from its home by tusk hunters and disease, their survival is in your hands.
Why similar: RTS 49.3%, Strategy 42.3%, Fantasy 8.4%
- #44 Ascension
67% matchMixed61% of 2,595 reviews2025
Dev: Element Game 微元游戏Pub: 噪点游戏 SERICA GAMES
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In this cultivation 4X strategy game, your sect has been in peril, and so they open a portal—sending you, a young disciple and their last hope, inside. Stand tall as the new sect leader and guide disciples to rebuild what was lost. Sharpen your focus, master alchemy, and ascend to immortality.
Why similar: Strategy 78.3%, Fantasy 21.7%
- #45 Warlords III: Darklords Rising
67% matchVery Positive91% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Conquer kingdoms, wield dark magic, and lead armies in Warlords III: Darklords Rising. Master strategy in this fantasy world of warfare.
Why similar: Strategy 89.7%, Fantasy 10.3%
- #46 American Conquest: Fight Back
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 599 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
American Conquest: Fight Back is the sequel to American Conquest. The most significant events of that glorious time have found their way into this title.
Why similar: RTS 50.3%, Strategy 49.7%
- #47 Majesty Gold HD
71% matchVery Positive92% of 586 reviews2009
Dev: CyberlorePub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 34%
The High Definition edition of Majesty Gold contains main game, the Northern Expansion Pack as well as 2 new quests and several other graphics and gameplay updates.Majesty is a Real-time strategy game with indirect control – your heroes have a will of their own!
Why similar: Strategy 63.4%, RTS 26.8%, Fantasy 9.8%
- #48 Deadlock II: Shrine Wars
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 76 reviews2014
Dev: Cyberlore Studios, Inc.Pub: Atari
Windows
Build your empire upon the bodies of others! Deadlock II: Shrine wars is an exciting game of strategy, resource management and military conquest. Take control of one of seven races as you search for the secret power an ancient civilization.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #49 American Conquest
71% matchMixed68% of 673 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
In American Conquest, Players set sail from Europe to discover new world and conquer its innumerable riches.
Why similar: Strategy 52.2%, RTS 47.8%
- #50 Gord
68% matchMixed54% of 976 reviews2023
Dev: Covenant.devPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Gord is a single-player adventure strategy. To survive, you must build, but to prevail, you must conquer the darkness beyond the gates. In this dark fantasy world, you must complete quests while managing a populace whose personal stories and well-being decide the fate of your tribe.
Why similar: RTS 60.5%, Strategy 39.5%
- #51 Command & Conquer™ Generals
65% matchVery Positive88% of 1,893 reviews2024
Dev: EA PacificPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Be the Ultimate Modern Warfare General
Why similar: Strategy 54.3%, RTS 45.7%
- #52 Cossacks II: Battle for Europe
69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,184 reviews2011
Dev: GSC Game WorldPub: GSC World Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 28.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Cossacks II: Battle for Europe is a standalone add-on for "Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars" presenting new nations with the possibility to wage multiplayer battles.
Why similar: Strategy 65.2%, RTS 34.8%
- #53 Knights of the Crusades
64% matchMostly Positive75% of 165 reviews2025
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Travel to the Holy Land with the First Crusades. Rise from a humble knight to the founding father of a world-spanning holy order. Lead through war, faith, diplomacy, and cunning schemes. Experience a unique blend of RTS, city-building, and sandbox gameplay, and shape history!
Why similar: RTS 64.4%, Strategy 35.6%
- #54 Ascension to the Throne
68% matchVery Positive90% of 656 reviews2014
Dev: DVSPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Ascension to the Throne is a turn-based strategy game with RPG elements. In a vast fantasy world the hero will have to pass many tests on his way to victory. Enemies seek to stop players from regaining power and taking revenge. Gain new friends to aid you in reclaiming the throne.
Why similar: Strategy 88.1%, Fantasy 11.9%
- #55 Commandos: Origins
62% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,206 reviews2025
Dev: Claymore Game StudiosPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
ALARM! You have been selected for a mission which will shape the fate of the entire world. Witness the very beginning of the legendary elite WWII force in Commandos: Origins. The long-awaited sequel to the Commandos series brings you right back to the foundation of the real-time tactics genre.
Why similar: RTS 56.2%, Strategy 43.8%
- #56 Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East
67% matchVery Positive92% of 3,154 reviews2008
Dev: NivalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
For the first time, play as the Orc faction and recruit heroes, build armies and manage cities as you explore and conquer legendary lands. Use tactics, skills and magic to outsmart fantasy armies while developing your heroes and unveiling the dark plot that threatens to tear the world of Ashan apart.
Why similar: Strategy 82.9%, Fantasy 17.1%
- #57 Sorcerer King: Rivals
69% matchMixed63% of 408 reviews2016
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Explore a rich fantasy world, go on quests for powerful weapons, and forge a new civilization in Sorcerer King: Rivals. Can you build a civilization to topple the malevolent Sorcerer King and become a god yourself?
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #58 Supreme Commander
67% matchVery Positive89% of 3,076 reviews2011
Dev: Gas Powered GamesPub: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 57%
For a thousand years, three opposing forces have waged war for what they believe is true. There can be no room for compromise: their way is the only way. Dubbed The Infinite War, this devastating conflict has taken its toll on a once-peaceful galaxy and has only served to deepen the hatred between the factions.
Why similar: RTS 57.6%, Strategy 42.4%
