- #1 The Mystic
97% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: PipeDream
Windows
The Mystic is a dark fantasy, turn-based strategy game. Become a follower of the first gods, gain their favour, overthrow the High King by innovative combat and magic systems and establish harmony. The game offers an exciting campaign full of twists, battles and difficult decisions and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 31.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Hex Grid 13.4% ★, Level Editor 9%, Strategy 8.1%
- #2 军团战棋Legion War
96% matchVery Positive90% of 819 reviews2021
Dev: Bear & Cat Studio
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%
"Legion War" is a 4X strategy game in a fantasy setting. You can build and expand your territory, explore unknown lands, and search for mysterious treasure, cultivate your own heroes and troops while exterminating your opponent's, and challenge the god who rules the world behind the scenes.
Why similar: 4X 29.6% ★, Hex Grid 22.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Level Editor 7.3%
- #3 Empis
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kyle Meadows
Windows
Empis is a turn-based strategy game that focuses on short and sweet multiplayer matches. Choose from individual factions each with their own unique units and upgrades, unlock technology, and build sprawling cities with buildings and fortifications.
Why similar: 4X 24.1% ★, Hex Grid 20.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.8%, Turn-Based Combat 11.3%
- #4 Mech and Tech 1
95% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: colmer_it UG
Windows · Mac
Conquer. Build. Survive. A tactical strategy game on procedural hex grids - intense, deep. Plan every move: establish your base, secure supply lines, and unleash suppression fire against all who stand in your way. Research new technologies - improve your units. Play solo, co-op, or PvP.
Why similar: 4X 23.5% ★, Hex Grid 16.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, PvP 10.4%
- #5 Ever War
94% 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 32.4% ★, Hex Grid 18.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.4%
- #6 Shardorium
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Turtle Speed Development
Windows · Mac · Linux
Indie turn-based strategy game. Capture the whole shard by defeating their guards, build your own stronghold, level up your heroes and equip most powerful items!
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.1% ★, 4X 22.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.9%, Strategy 7.2%
- #7 Realm Divided
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devil Kitty Games, LLC
Windows
Dive into the world of deep strategy, where resources are your lifeline, fortifications your stronghold, and forces your arsenal. 🏰⚔️ Unleash your strategic prowess in thrilling turn-based battles! 💥 Gather faith, wield game-changing abilities, and rewrite the battlefield's destiny.
Why similar: 4X 26.6% ★, Hex Grid 16.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, PvP 9.6%
- #8 Kingdoms of Myth
92% 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 30.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 12.9%, Lore-Rich 9.6%, Hex Grid 7.7% ★
- #9 Songs of Conquest
91% matchVery Positive86% of 13,137 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: 4X 27.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Lore-Rich 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%
- #10 Diehexegy
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aebersoft
Windows · Linux
Diehexegy is a hex grid turn-based 4x game with a unique twist: your armies are composed of dice. It has multiple victory conditions and straightforward gameplay.
Why similar: 4X 42.7% ★, Hex Grid 17.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Strategy 10.2%, PvP 8.5%
- #11 Mordfield Command
90% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Software Verde, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in a world seized by machines, Mordfield Command is a turn-based hex wargame. Reclaim territory under mounting pressure and expand your control of the battlefield. Move too slowly, and the Algorithm’s growing forces will overrun you.
Why similar: 4X 28.2% ★, Hex Grid 19.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 9.1%
- #12 Politon
89% matchVery Positive90% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
Politon: A turn-based strategy game that will push your strategic and management skills to the limit! Expand your territory, strengthen your economy, and outsmart your enemies by planning your strategy carefully.
Why similar: 4X 27.8% ★, Hex Grid 21.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 12%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%
- #13 Master of Luna
89% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: Aleksandr Tiupin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master of Luna is a turn-based strategy game where you take the role of a half-forgotten deity seeking to regain their former power. It features powerful magic, tactical battles, city building, sweet pixel art and a calm melancholic atmosphere.
Why similar: 4X 40.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Turn-Based Combat 15.1%, Hex Grid 9.6% ★, Magic 7.1%
- #14 Fantasy Fighters
88% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: CozyCoupleCoding
Windows
Prepare for epic battles in "Fantasy Fighters"! Choose your faction, plan your moves, and unleash devastating attacks on your opponents in local multiplayer. Explore a rich world filled with engaging characters.
Why similar: 4X 33.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, PvP 8.9%
- #15 Fealty
87% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: ToddMakesGames
Windows · Mac
A turn-based war game where you must fight for the throne! Use tactics, strategy and magic to wage war. Destroy your enemies with steel and fireballs, or force them to bend the knee, and you will be king of the island!
Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Hex Grid 22.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.4%, PvP 8.5%
- #16 Beard of Stone
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Dwarfaparte Games
Windows
4x turn based strategy mixed with real time (turn stealing) bidding mechanics. Complete single player or competitive online matches with up to 4 players in a single sitting, while telling the history of a fantasy world from the creation of its continents to the twilight of its gods.
Why similar: 4X 39.8% ★, Hex Grid 20.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based Combat 7.7%, Strategy 6.2%
- #17 荒野国度 LEGENDS OF THE WILD
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 圆桌工作室Pub: 瓦弄游戏
Windows
Recruit animal heroes, understand their attributes and create your own team Conquer land with your allies, make rational use of all resources on the continent, and defeat enemies from other faction Step by step, move towards the center of the continent, and finally seize the heart of the world.
Why similar: 4X 44.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy 10.7%, PvP 8.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.6%
- #18 Heroes of Science and Fiction
84% matchVery Positive92% of 696 reviews2026
Dev: Oxymoron Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.
Why similar: 4X 28.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.4%, Lore-Rich 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.8%
- #19 Hexteria
85% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Red Bird Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hexteria is a casual Turn-Based Strategy and Puzzle game. The concept is simple: each turn you rotate one tile on the hexagonal board, in order to take over your opponents' tiles. Play against your friends or the AI, or challenge yourself with the Single Player Campaign!
Why similar: Hex Grid 21.7% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Level Editor 14.1%, PvP 11.7%
- #20 Commander: Modern War
84% 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 38.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Hex Grid 14.6% ★, Strategy 9.2%, Level Editor 8.9%
- #21 Astro Protocol
82% matchPositive98% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: Null Vector Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Astro Protocol is a high-stakes, turn-based 4X space strategy game distilled into intense one-hour matches. Six factions, randomized maps, tech trees, and anomalies ensure every run is unique. Victories are earned against challenging opponents that play to win.
Why similar: 4X 32.3% ★, Hex Grid 17.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Combat 7.4%
- #22 The Last Exodus
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Logos Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Turn-based tactical strategy with massive capital ships, frigates, gunships and fighter squads. Gather resources, research technologies, design and expand your fleet. Destroy your enemies. Single player and multi player mode, hot seat mod also available.
Why similar: 4X 28.4% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Lore-Rich 11.8%, PvP 11.2%
- #23 Lostria
82% match7 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Krysta Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
- BETA VERSION - Lostria is an online turn-based tactical game in a fantasy universe. Players build teams and compete among themself in tactical battles to become the best strategist in the world.
Why similar: Hex Grid 17.5% ★, Level Editor 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.7%, PvP 10.7%
- #24 Hexbotica
81% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: FiFi
Windows
Do you enjoy turn based strategy games but prefer streamlined gameplay that doesn't overwhelm you with countless mechanics? Dive into tactical battles across three distinct layers Ground, Sky, and Underground each offering unique strategic opportunities in Hexbotica.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, PvP 15.1%, Hex Grid 14.4% ★, Turn-Based Combat 14.1%
- #25 Defense X
80% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Hcenter GamePub: 30 Game Studio
Windows
Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.
Why similar: 4X 41.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%
- #26 龙骑战歌
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Chengdu UUO Technology Co., Ltd
Windows
This is a classic Hexagon War Chess game for senior player.This game is not a fast-food game, IQ matters.You need to focus on battlefield strategy.Every map is an IQ battle, and every player can be the creator or the challenger.
Why similar: Hex Grid 27.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Level Editor 13.9%, PvP 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.6%
- #27 Wizarre
79% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
Dev: Flying Cactus Limited
Windows
Wizarre is a turn-based multiplayer game. Build and customize your team of Wizards, select from over 100 different spells, and manage your time and mana. Play with friends, compete against other players, and climb the global leaderboard across devices with crossplay support.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, PvP 14.3%, Character Customization 13.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%
- #28 Numeral Lord
79% matchVery Positive91% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: Flint Games
Windows
minimalism strategy game
Why similar: 4X 26.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.9%, PvP 15.7%, Hex Grid 14.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 10.1%
- #29 ALL IN THE GAME: Crime Strategy
78% matchPositive88% of 34 reviews2024
Dev: Strangelet Games
Windows
ALL IN THE GAME is a turn-based crime strategy game. Start off with a small street gang, earn money through robberies and black market, expand your territory and become a kingpin running a fearsome criminal empire. Use violence, money and clout to take over the city before the other players do.
Why similar: 4X 36.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.4%, PvP 12.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%
- #30 Stars in Shadow
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 816 reviews2017
Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
Why similar: 4X 53.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 12.8%, Strategy 8.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.1%
- #31 扩张吧王国 Expand the Kingdom
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: 奥特斯盗
Windows
"Expand the Kingdom" is a strategy game based on construction and expansion. In the game, you need to expand and plan land, acquire resources to maintain the internal balance of the kingdom, and survive and defeat all opponents in the competition between kingdoms.
Why similar: Hex Grid 41.8% ★, 4X 24.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.9%, Strategy 7.4%
- #32 Deformity
77% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Andrey Larionenko
Windows
Deformity is a turn-based fantasy strategy about a world dominated by sins.
Why similar: 4X 33% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, PvP 10.7%, Magic 7.3%
- #33 Warlock - Master of the Arcane
77% matchVery Positive86% of 2,624 reviews2012
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In a time of chaotic upheaval, the player takes the role of a great mage, a warlord vying for ultimate power.
Why similar: 4X 39.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, Hex Grid 14.5% ★, Strategy 10.2%, Fantasy 6.3%
- #34 Pandora: First Contact
76% matchMixed63% of 638 reviews2014
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 41.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.
Why similar: 4X 53.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.7%, Hex Grid 16.7% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #35 Space Empires III
75% matchPositive80% of 41 reviews2020
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
The third game within the Space Empires series brings the dawn of a new age of exploration. Your race keeps running through the fabric of space and moves to other solar systems beyond your own.
Why similar: 4X 37.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Strategy 10%, Retro 6.9%
- #36 Interstellar Conquest
75% matchMixed47% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take planets and assemble your fleet. The conquest of space is now, navigate through asteroid fields and hide in nebulas to outsmart your opponents. Experience the challenge of ion storms disrupting your ship's sensors and become the ultimate space fleet commander.
Why similar: 4X 34.5% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Hex Grid 12.1% ★, Level Editor 7%
- #37 Thule
73% match4 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Xeaker
Windows · Linux
A quick turn-based 4X strategy game with RPG elements. Explore and conquer randomly generated worlds, complete diverse missions and forge a powerful empire.
Why similar: 4X 39.4% ★, Hex Grid 23.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Magic 6%, Strategy 5.5%
- #38 Wizards and Warlords
74% matchVery Positive84% of 257 reviews2020
Dev: Valravn Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wizards and Warlords is an indie turn-based strategy game, where you play in a randomly generated fantasy world, contending with rival wizards, warlords, roaming marauders and hidden ancient evils. Create a customized sovereign or choose from one of many predefined templates.
Why similar: 4X 32.4% ★, Hex Grid 21% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Level Editor 8.3%, Turn-Based Combat 5.9%
- #39 World of Asgabas
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nathan Istace
Windows · Linux
What happens when a Viking meets a Cowboy? He fights him, of course! The World is not big enough for both of them. World of Asgabas is a turn-based strategy game opposing multiple factions fighting to dominate the world!
Why similar: 4X 39.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 17.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based Combat 12.1%, Strategy 6.4%
- #40 Shattered Spheres
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Data Vikings
Windows
Shattered Spheres is a turn-based 2D space 4X strategy game inspired by the classics of the genre. Explore a living galaxy, build your empire, and crush your rivals through military conquest or diplomatic cunning — without the micromanagement bloat of modern 4X games.
Why similar: 4X 42.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Turn-Based Combat 7.1%, PvP 6.5%
- #41 Burned Land
73% matchMixed56% of 102 reviews2021
Dev: Koya Game
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Burned Land is a 4x game in which you will take control of a nascent human race and try to avoid its extinction. Build, explore, conquer until you are worthy of gods. Then confront their anger.
Why similar: 4X 39.5% ★, Hex Grid 17.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.9%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%
- #42 Wizard Warfare 2: Cephalopod Wars
71% matchPositive86% of 35 reviews2025
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare 2: Cephalopod Wars is the sequel to Wizard Warfare, a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer. Now includes fully simulated naval battles.
Why similar: 4X 39.3% ★, Hex Grid 21.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Magic 7.3%, Strategy 5.9%
- #43 HexBat
72% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Rienovie
Windows
Challenge your Friends in this Free turn-based, chess-like strategy game with Healers, Rogues, Archers, and more! Create your own Hexagon Grids for near endless variation.
Why similar: Hex Grid 22.9% ★, Level Editor 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, PvP 10.4%, Turn-Based Combat 10.1%
- #44 Flora Domina
71% matchMixed58% of 45 reviews2023
Dev: Dave Van VerdegemPub: Hogeschool West-Vlaanderen
Windows
In this unique take on turn-based 4X strategy, play as a nature goddess that defends her island by playing cards to use nature as your ally.
Why similar: 4X 34% ★, Hex Grid 20.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.5%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #45 Theater of Carnage
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Arrow^2 team
Windows
Battle for glory in the arena, fighting challengers and climbing the ranks. Show your tactical prowess in this turn-based strategy game. Choose one of distinct factions and put together a team of champions with a set of unique skills. Outsmart and destroy your opponents.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 28.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.7%, PvP 16.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12%, Strategy 10.1%
- #46 Space Imperia 4X
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Breich Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A faithful digital adaptation of the acclaimed board game Space Empires 4X by GMT Games, beloved by wargamers for almost two decades. Command the rise of your civilization and the fall of others, all in one to two hours.
Why similar: 4X 37.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.3%, Hex Grid 11.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, PvP 9.6%
- #47 Ultakia
70% 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 37.6% ★, Hex Grid 26.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%, Strategy 5.3%
- #48 Commander: World War II
70% 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 42.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based Combat 6.8%
- #49 Fire Isle
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SneezeDev
Windows
Set the world ablaze in Fire Isle! Choose your fire —Happy, Sad, Angry, or Grumpy— and vs. your friends online to see who can scorch the most of a tropical paradise. Keep your flames alive as rising costs, rainstorms, and other fires try to snuff you out. Can you conquer the Isle?
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20%, 4X 17.5% ★, PvP 12.9%, Strategy 10.8%
- #50 ENDLESS™ Legend
69% matchVery Positive84% of 18,949 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
Why similar: 4X 46.1% ★, Hex Grid 18.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Strategy 10.9%, Fantasy 5.2%
- #51 Final Theory
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 392 reviews2018
Dev: Monticube
Windows
Final Theory is a 4X-lite turn-based strategy game where you command fleets of battleships engaged in a galactic civil war. It presents an exciting experience for both veteran players and those new to the genre. It features innovative combat mechanics but also hearkens back to some of the classics.
Why similar: 4X 30.2% ★, Hex Grid 23.9% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Turn-Based Combat 9.8%
- #52 braverBOTS
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AJRPG
Windows
braverBOTS is a turn-based strategy game like no other. Assemble a team from your fleet of BOTS, battle and defeat opponents in short online matches, and become champion of the Galactic BOTS League.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 24.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, PvP 17.2%, Character Customization 16.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.9%
- #53 Master of Cladia
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Quasar Games FactoryPub: BackGRID Responsive Technologies S.L.
Windows
Master a world of massive turn-based strategy. As an Alchemist, hatch powerful dragons, discover devastating spells, and manage your empire in a persistent world shared by hundreds of players. Will you bring peace through science or rule over the ashes? The throne awaits.
Why similar: 4X 38.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 23.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.5%, Strategy 8.3%
- #54 Defense Legend 5: Survivor TD
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Gcenter GamePub: 130 Game Studio
Windows
Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.
Why similar: 4X 49.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Strategy 12.1%, Top-Down 10%, Character Customization 9.2%
- #55 Stay Human
68% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Ratbyte Software
Windows
Explore a hex based procedurally generated cityscape, infested with assorted zombies, collect powerful and novel zombie slaying weapons, medical supplies and food. Rescue fellow survivors to grow your party, defeat powerful zombie bosses, escape the city... but most importantly... Stay Human!
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Turn-Based Combat 11.5%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #56 BOC: Birth of Cultures
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Code::Arts
Windows
BoC is a historical 4X strategy game. Play on diverse planets with climate simulation and non-linear progression over the last 60,000 years of human evolution. Develop your own ancient civilization starting as a nomadic tribe from the last Ice Age.
Why similar: 4X 33.5% ★, Hex Grid 22.6% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Level Editor 8.1%
- #57 Napoleon 1813
66% 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 43.8% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy 10.1%, Top-Down 7%
- #58 Ashbane
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Shiverblade Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ashbane is a turn-based tactics RPG built around expeditions. Recruit Freeblades, grow your roster, and deploy a warband to accept paid jobs or launch your own raids. Choose your path, push deeper, and bear the cost.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Turn-Based Combat 19.3%, Character Customization 9.9%, Strategy 8.9%
- #59 Lorhaven: Cursed War
66% matchMixed68% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac
Lead your castle through the haunted provinces of Lorhaven, where the once-forgotten undead now menace the living. Recruit diverse units and legendary heroes, each strategically countering the encroaching darkness. Immerse yourself and unveil the mysteries of the Cursed War.
Why similar: 4X 40.1% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Turn-Based Combat 8.6%, PvP 8.4%
- #60 A New World: Kingdoms
69% matchNegative0% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Red Phoenix Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A New World: Kingdoms is a turn-based strategic 4X game. Carefully expand your kingdom by constructing buildings and managing your resources. Building your own empire is not easy; there will be challenges along the way, from mountains to navigate to your rival and his warriors.
Why similar: 4X 36.3% ★, Turn-Based Tactics 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%, Top-Down 8.2%