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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Singleplayer, Tower Defense, Sci-fi.

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Busy but Addictive! This BATTLE x MEDICAL Counter-Invasion Real-Time Strategy is like nothing you've ever seen! An army of aliens is here to invade the Earth! Show the Earth-style greeting to those unwanted visitors who lounge around our grounds! Lead your troops to extinguish zillions of aliens!

Reviews: Very Positive — 89% — of 83 reviews
Released: 2025-11-19
Developer: Asobism.Co.,Ltd
Genres: Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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  1. #1 Radiant Defense
    97% matchVery Positive83% of 149 reviews2014
    Dev: Hexage
    Windows

    MILLIONS OF ALIENS WILL DIE!Radiant Defense is a tower defense game set in a vibrant universe invaded by countless alien hordes.Build your space fortress any way you wish, set up wide variety of weapons and traps and let the invasions begin!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 30.8%, Wargame 19%, 2.5D 12.4%, Strategy 11%, Cartoon 8.1%

  2. #2 Swarm Queen
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 410 reviews2017
    Dev: Helmi Bastami (Flyborg.net)
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    A quick-to-learn but challenging real-time strategy game where you spawn an army of space-bugs that control themselves.

    Why similar: RTS 23.5%, Auto Battler 19.9%, 2.5D 16.8%, Wargame 11.7%, Aliens 11.1%

  3. #3 Northend Tower Defense
    96% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,454 reviews2024
    Dev: Northend Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Jump into a realtime strategy, action filled battlefield, deploy relentless soldiers, unlock powerful troops and vehicles, upgrade your army, decimate the enemy. If that's not enough, jump into a chaotic Zombie mode, with traps, fun upgrades, and a new gameplay!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 43.6%, Tower Defense 37.3%, Strategy 11.9%, Simulation 7.1%

  4. #4 Operation: Polygon Storm
    95% matchMixed70% of 292 reviews2024
    Dev: Toxic Studio
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    A fastpaced, military tug-of-war game with minimal micromanagement. Choose and deploy from a mix of specialized military units to overwhelm the enemy. Experiment with a huge variety of unit compositions, synergies, abilities, and upgrades to lead your army to victory!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 24.2%, Wargame 20.3%, Tower Defense 17.9%, RTS 17.5%, Roguelite 9.9%

  5. #5 Infested Planet
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 3,039 reviews2014
    Dev: Rocket Bear Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Command a team of 5 elite soldiers against an alien horde of 100,000. Surrounded on all sides, you must outmaneuver and outsmart the enemy.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 34.9%, RTS 32%, Strategy 18%, Aliens 7.7%, Sci-fi 5.7%

  6. #6 Xeno Command
    94% matchVery Positive82% of 57 reviews2022
    Dev: ChillyRoomPub: ChillyRoom
    Windows

    Defend galaxy against Alien invasion in the RTS offline game with roguelike fun

    Why similar: Wargame 28%, Tower Defense 24.4%, RTS 23.7%, Aliens 8.2%, Strategy 8.1%

  7. #7 Beat the Humans
    93% matchMostly Positive77% of 66 reviews2025
    Dev: Dochungryest
    Windows

    Beat the Humans is the turn-based tactical strategy game. Here you lead an army of aliens against invaders from the human race. Collect your squad, protect planets, strengthen your army with equipment and look for allies if you want to survive and win.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.6%, Strategy RPG 28.2%, RPG 12.7%, Strategy 12.4%, Roguelite 12.1%

  8. #8 Strain Tactics
    92% matchVery Positive86% of 242 reviews2017
    Dev: Touch Dimensions Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Strain Tactics is a real-time-with-pause tactical game, where you command a squad of soldiers to liberate earth from an alien infestation. Using your helibase, deploy your custom squad and provide air support. Remember to keep your crew sane and motivated while staying clear of alien contamination!

    Why similar: Strategy 39.9%, Aliens 27.8%, RPG 17.8%, Sci-fi 14.4%

  9. #9 Iron Marines Invasion
    91% matchMixed68% of 369 reviews2023
    Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Prepare to take off, soldier! The galaxy needs your strategy! Prove your RTS expertise, explore an entire galaxy and defend it from a threatening invasion.

    Why similar: RTS 54.4%, Strategy 15.7%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Cute 11.1%, 2D 6.6%

  10. #10 No Creeps Were Harmed TD
    90% matchVery Positive89% of 495 reviews2024
    Dev: MinMax Games Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Employ lethal turrets, traps, and gadgets to defend against an onslaught of evolving creeps! Step into a twisted, hyper 3D, mind bending realm. Upgrade and adapt your defenses. Become a master maze crafter. Collect bizarre artifacts. Rush creeps for lucrative rewards, and succumb to greed!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 54.7%, Aliens 17.2%, Strategy 16.2%, Sci-fi 11.9%

  11. #11 Defend Your Life: TD
    91% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,092 reviews2015
    Dev: Alda Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Defend Your Life! Is tower defense set in human body where players are fighting against villain hordes of viruses and bacteria. Levels and units correspond to reality of human anatomy.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 35.6%, RTS 29.5%, Cartoon 12.6%, Strategy 11.5%, Cute 6%

  12. #12 Starship Troopers: Terran Command
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 12,012 reviews2022
    Dev: The ArtistocratsPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Lead the Mobile Infantry in this RTS game set in the Starship Troopers film universe. Balance your army composition with a diverse set of unit types, overcome line-of-sight and line-of-fire challenges through tactical positioning, and use special abilities to smash the Arachnid hordes!

    Why similar: RTS 43.1%, Strategy 18.2%, Wargame 18.1%, Tower Defense 8.7%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  13. #13 Bees vs Zombees
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 107 reviews2024
    Dev: DeadPixelPub: DeadPIxel
    Windows

    A fast-paced roguelike tower defense where you choose your Queen Bee with unique skills and the Artisan to build turrets and cast powerful spells to defend your hive through regions infested with zombees. Face bosses with insane mechanics and survive the Zumbeecalypse!

    Why similar: RTS 23.3%, Tower Defense 23.3%, Wargame 22.5%, Roguelite 12.5%, Strategy 7.8%

  14. #14 Defense high
    89% matchMixed68% of 50 reviews2020
    Dev: TowerSergiPub: khukhrovr
    Windows

    "Defend your land from invading creatures in Defense High! Place diverse towers strategically, mine enemy paths, collect coins, and upgrade towers for more power. Face challenging waves and bosses, use special abilities, and save your people in this action-packed Tower Defense game!"

    Why similar: Tower Defense 74.2%, Strategy 25.8%

  15. #15 Defend Earth: Xenos Survivors
    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: ReijaPub: indie.io
    Windows

    You are Earth's last line of defense in a relentless alien invasion. Experience intense top-down roguelite action across diverse landscapes, fighting invaders with a versatile arsenal. Outsmart, outgun, and survive your foes. Every run increases the challenge - so adapt, evolve, dominate!

    Why similar: Roguelite 36.7%, Aliens 26.8%, RPG 21.4%, Sci-fi 15.1%

  16. #16 Towerful Defense: Prologue
    86% matchVery Positive88% of 75 reviews2024
    Dev: Mini Fun Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A tower defense action roguelike where you control a single tower to fight against hordes of aliens coming from all directions. Pick your tower, equip up to 4 skills, and choose from a variety of traits and items to craft powerful builds that lead you to victory.

    Why similar: Auto Battler 26.3%, Tower Defense 21.1%, RTS 17.3%, Roguelite 11.4%, Strategy 7.1%

  17. #17 Defense Task Force - Sci Fi Tower Defense
    87% matchMixed66% of 53 reviews2018
    Dev: ChillX Ltd
    Windows

    Defense Task Force Featuring Large Scale Procedurally Generated Tower Defense Battles with FPS Quality Visuals and Infinite Waves. 10 tower types, with different attacks , 3 levels plus boosts. 25 Enemy alien species: Regulars, Swarmers, Racers, Cloakers, Healers, Boss Units and Spawners.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 53.9%, Strategy 20.2%, Simulation 16.9%, Sci-fi 9%

  18. #18 Spaceland: Sci-Fi Indie Tactics
    85% matchMostly Positive77% of 412 reviews2019
    Dev: Tortuga Team
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Incredibly dynamic turn-based strategy, reviving the traditions of the old school tactics. Lead a team of the most desperate fighters, destroy alien monsters and uncover the secrets of the lost planet.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 31.1%, Tactical RPG 28.9%, Aliens 13.7%, Strategy 9.7%, RPG 9.2%

  19. #19 Iron Marines
    84% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,874 reviews2019
    Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Real-time strategy battles in amazing sci-fi worlds! Command brave soldiers, mighty mechas and powerful aliens to face the greatest challenges in hostile alien worlds. The galaxy needs you!

    Why similar: RTS 46.6%, Aliens 15%, Strategy 14.7%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Cartoon 7.8%

  20. #20 XENOBREAKERS: Classic Tower Defense
    83% matchVery Positive84% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: Couch Potato Studios
    Windows

    Defend Billy and his crew on their way to the extraction zone! You have been authorized to use the defense system. Protect them from giant bugs, malfunctioning droids and more...

    Why similar: Comic Book 39.5%, Strategy 24.7%, Aliens 14%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Tower Defense 8.1%

  21. #21 Unconventional Warfare
    84% matchVery Positive85% of 72 reviews2022
    Dev: Nightlife Strangers
    Windows · Linux

    In this top-down tactical shooter RPG, guide a band of cute soldiers through a warzone to safety. Rescue, train and manage your squad for the upcoming war of survival.

    Why similar: Tactical RPG 21%, RTS 18.3%, Strategy RPG 17.3%, Strategy 12%, RPG 11.9%

  22. #22 Anomaly: Warzone Earth
    82% matchVery Positive87% of 4,687 reviews2011
    Dev: 11 bit studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Lead an armored squad through the perils of this reversed tower defense action-strategy game!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 42.3%, Strategy 28.3%, RTS 15.3%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Aliens 5.9%

  23. #23 Drill Core
    78% matchVery Positive85% of 2,444 reviews2025
    Dev: Hungry Couch GamesPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Corporate greed meets strategic planet-mining in Drill Core! Drill to the heart of planets while managing workers, researching cutting-edge tech, and fortifying against alien attacks. Will you prioritize efficiency and risk your workers' safety, or focus on defense for survival?

    Why similar: Tower Defense 41.7%, Roguelite 23%, Strategy 15.8%, Aliens 8.2%, Sci-fi 6.4%

  24. #24 8-Bit Invaders!
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 445 reviews2016
    Dev: Petroglyph
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    8-Bit Invaders! is a fast-paced, retro Real-Time Strategy game for the PC. Control the military might of the Galactic Marine Corps or Invade with the devastating power of the Cranioids! Mine, Build, and Fight your way to victory! Conquering the Multiverse was never so easy.

    Why similar: RTS 45.8%, Strategy 20.1%, Simulation 14.3%, Aliens 13.1%, Sci-fi 6.6%

  25. #25 Make War
    82% matchMixed67% of 91 reviews2019
    Dev: Creepy Brothers
    Windows · Mac

    Do you want to become part of great battles? Lead the alien army in tactical-voxel simulator game Make War.

    Why similar: Wargame 28.6%, RTS 21.3%, Aliens 20%, Strategy 16.4%, Simulation 13.7%

  26. #26 Creeper World IXE
    79% matchMixed70% of 884 reviews2024
    Dev: Knuckle Cracker
    Windows
    Median: 13.7 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The unstoppable alien force known as The Creeper has returned, devouring thousands of worlds in its path, and yours is next. Battle against the Creeper fluid in a groundbreaking pixel-level simulation to prove that humanity will rule the galaxy forever!

    Why similar: RTS 27.6%, Wargame 26.9%, Tower Defense 26%, Strategy 7.2%, Simulation 5.7%

  27. #27 Astral Lords
    78% matchVery Positive81% of 118 reviews2026
    Dev: Dark DimensionPub: 量子艺界(QUANTUM ARTS)
    Windows

    Shatter genre boundaries in this sci-fi survival Roguelite blending bullet-hell action and base-building RTS. Dodge and unleash screen-clearing firepower against alien hordes, while constructing fortresses and real-time automated defenses to crush your enemies.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 36%, 2.5D 23.6%, Strategy 13.5%, RPG 12.2%, Sci-fi 9.3%

  28. #28 Alien Robot Monsters
    81% matchVery Positive85% of 124 reviews2015
    Dev: Kraftix Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Epic sci-fi tower defense action with 16-bit era look and feel, pitching your colonists against an almost endless horde of hostile alien robots who strongly oppose your attempts of colonizing their planet! Deluxe version includes the soundtrack!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 63.5%, Strategy 36.5%

  29. #29 Warpips
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 5,177 reviews2022
    Dev: Skirmish Mode GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Warpips is the ultimate quick to learn but amazingly deep tug-of-war strategy game. Deploy the right composition of soldiers, tanks, helicopters and planes in this tight, streamlined strategy-focused war game. Compose the best army, research the right tech; overwhelm your enemy!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 25.4%, RTS 22.2%, Tower Defense 22%, Wargame 12.1%, 2.5D 10.7%

  30. #30 Deadstone
    80% matchVery Positive80% of 70 reviews2014
    Dev: Timeslip Softworks
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Based on the inhospitable frontier world of Mars, against the backdrop of a bacterial outbreak, Deadstone offers a compelling blend of frantic combat and tower defense, backed by a highly nuanced character development system and strategic elements of resource management.

    Why similar: Split Screen 33.1%, RPG 28.4%, Strategy 24.7%, Sci-fi 13.8%

  31. #31 Control Craft 2
    79% matchMostly Positive76% of 471 reviews2016
    Dev: Cristian ManolachiPub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Control Craft 2 is a real time strategy game where you will have to act quickly against attackers who want to invade our planet! Wave after wave, your soldiers will overthrow the enemy colonies and will occupy enemy bases one after another.

    Why similar: Wargame 43.7%, RTS 39.3%, Strategy 11.8%, 2D 5.1%

  32. #32 Xenopurge
    73% matchVery Positive86% of 458 reviews2025
    Dev: TrapticsPub: Firesquid
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Xenopurge is a tactical auto-battler where you are a Commander tasked with purging the Xenos threat. Operate from a remote command center, issuing indirect orders via multi-screen interfaces. Plan routes, set priorities, and adapt as missions escalate and feel the true weight of being in command.

    Why similar: Auto Battler 28.8%, RTS 25.7%, Roguelite 15.6%, Aliens 9.7%, Strategy 9.4%

  33. #33 Alien Shooter TD
    76% matchVery Positive85% of 916 reviews2017
    Dev: Sigma Team Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Innovative Tower Defense inspired by legendary Alien Shooter series! The game was created in keeping with the best traditions of Sigma`s games, no concessions of any kind - everything is just like in real life!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 39.7%, Tactical RPG 24.4%, Aliens 14.6%, Strategy 12.8%, Sci-fi 8.6%

  34. #34 Mechs V Kaijus - Tower Defense
    75% matchVery Positive84% of 543 reviews2022
    Dev: Doble Punch Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Mechs V Kaijus is an addictive hardcore tower defense gameplay. In Mechs V Kaijus you take on the role of Commander of a powerful Mechs squadron. Improve your Mech, strategically place towers and factories on the battlefield. Deploy support units on the battlefield, and save our civilization.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 56.7%, Strategy 18%, Roguelite 14.3%, Sci-fi 5.7%, 2D 5.3%

  35. #35 Space Grunts
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 78 reviews2016
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A turn-based game on a planet outpost - with no waiting between turns! Play it at the speed of an arcade game, or take your time and think about your next step.. no matter how fast you take your turn, it might be your last!

    Why similar: Roguelite 30.1%, Aliens 22.8%, RPG 17.8%, Strategy 17.2%, Sci-fi 12%

  36. #36 StarVaders
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,335 reviews2025
    Dev: PengonautsPub: Joystick Ventures
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Pilot a powerful mech to fight off the alien invasion in this ULTIMATE fusion of deckbuilding and grid-based tactics. Discover game-breaking combos, rewind time to alter your fate, and protect the future of humanity in this endlessly replayable roguelike.

    Why similar: Roguelite 36.8%, Strategy 20.1%, Anime 19.3%, Cute 15.1%, 2D 8.8%

  37. #37 Almost Alive
    76% matchMostly Positive73% of 225 reviews2018
    Dev: Emir CerimovicPub: Emir Games
    Windows

    Almost Alive is redefining the role playing tactical games with an awesome fast paced but complexe real time combat system in a mad hand drawn post apocalyptic world that features character mental sanity, destructible environment, a cover system, tons of loot, a none linear story, and a lot of humor.

    Why similar: RPG 56.1%, Strategy 43.9%

  38. #38 Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion – Turn-Based Strategy
    74% matchMixed63% of 156 reviews2025
    Dev: QuadCom InteractivePub: Brightika, Inc.
    Windows

    Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion - a turn-based strategy where you command SOF forces against an alien threat. Investigate disappearances, fight the invaders, and uncover the mystery. Every decision affects the fate of humanity.

    Why similar: Strategy 48.3%, Aliens 40.3%, RPG 5.9%, Simulation 5.5%

  39. #39 Drone Swarm
    75% matchMixed63% of 344 reviews2020
    Dev: stillalive studiosPub: astragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Drone Swarm is a very unique take on tactical games. Control 32,000 drones in quick, fast-paced fights. Combine your swarm abilities and counter constantly evolving attacks of your opponents. Survive varying enemy waves, get upgrades to your swarm, and make it to the next system alive!

    Why similar: RTS 53%, Sci-fi 29.2%, Strategy 17.8%

  40. #40 Tower Dominion
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 5,489 reviews2025
    Dev: Parallel 45 Games
    Windows
    Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Build and design the terrain while defending your stronghold against alien invasion in this unique Roguelike tower defense. Choose from 30 heroes, survive enemy waves, and upgrade a variety of destructive towers to hold the line!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 28.7%, RTS 22.1%, Auto Battler 20.5%, Roguelite 11.5%, Strategy 8.4%

  41. #41 Corrupted: Dawn of Havoc
    72% matchMostly Positive74% of 108 reviews2024
    Dev: 36Litters
    Windows

    A hardcore auto battle rogue-like deck-building (H.A.R.D) game, "Corrupted" has the strategy of an auto-battler and the challenging difficulty of a rogue-like. Build your own team and skill card deck, and retake the stolen planet through strategic placement and real-time card use!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 29.9%, Tower Defense 18.9%, 2.5D 11.7%, Roguelite 11.6%, Aliens 8%

  42. #42 Planet TD
    73% matchMixed62% of 276 reviews2023
    Dev: MD GamesPub: Next in Game
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    6 different types of towers! 4 planets with different characteristics! 25 different enemies. Drones, Tanks, Biorobotic enemies and many different ground and air vehicles! Snowy and Glacial maps, Desert and Arid lands! Prepare to defend the solar system against invaders!

    Why similar: Auto Battler 24.6%, Tower Defense 21.2%, RTS 16.2%, Wargame 15.7%, 2.5D 11%

  43. #43 Holo vs Robo
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 584 reviews2026
    Dev: Pompmaker1Pub: holo Indie
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Build a strong defense of hololive dolls to defeat a robot army in this exciting hololive-themed tower defense game!!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 46.7%, Strategy 24.3%, Anime 10.5%, Cute 7.6%, 2D 5.6%

  44. #44 Mars or Die!
    74% matchMixed53% of 74 reviews2018
    Dev: 34BigThings srl
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    Control two characters simultaneously! Survive, gather, collect upgrades, fight all sizes of one-eyed Martians, build defensible outposts and conquer Mars, in this glorious mix between roguelite and tower defense.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 53.7%, Strategy 20.3%, Simulation 13.7%, Sci-fi 12.3%

  45. #45 USC: Counterforce
    71% matchMixed67% of 239 reviews2024
    Dev: Angry Cat StudiosPub: Firesquid
    Windows

    Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 53.5%, RPG 17.3%, Strategy 16.5%, Sci-fi 12.6%

  46. #46 Mini Tank Mayhem
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 105 reviews2026
    Dev: Algorocks
    Windows

    Mini Tank Mayhem is a roguelike deck-building tower defense game where you command a powerful mini-tank to repel waves of alien invaders. Craft your very own deck, deploy strategic defenses, and unleash devastating combos to protect Earth from pesky aliens!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 28.3%, Wargame 27.6%, 2.5D 15.8%, Roguelite 13.9%, Strategy 8.2%

  47. #47 Black blood
    73% matchMixed66% of 58 reviews2020
    Dev: Arcane Games
    Windows

    Black blood is a mix of hardcore Tower Defense strategy and top-down shooter. Act as a defender against alien invaders, attack and destroy all their insidious plans...

    Why similar: Tower Defense 55.4%, Aliens 26.5%, Strategy 18.1%

  48. #48 WAR RATS: The Rat em Up
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 388 reviews2025
    Dev: wootusart Industries
    Windows

    The rats told me to make this game. Run and gun alongside your troops in the Great Rat War against the vile TechnoRat armies. Recruit units, build structures, collect gear and upgrade your weapons to turn the tide of battle in your favor. The TechnoRat is all consuming!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 39.5%, Cartoon 24.3%, Roguelite 19.2%, Strategy 10.2%, 2D 6.7%

  49. #49 X-Morph: Defense
    69% matchVery Positive91% of 4,163 reviews2017
    Dev: EXOR Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Unique fusion of a top-down shooter and tower defense strategy. You are the invader! Use destructive weapons or lead your enemies into a maze of towers. Strategize in the build mode by carefully selecting various types of alien towers or throw yourself right into the heat of the battle.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 57.5%, Aliens 17.5%, Strategy 15.5%, Sci-fi 9.4%

  50. #50 Towerful Defense: A Rogue TD
    69% matchMostly Positive74% of 240 reviews2024
    Dev: Mini Fun Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    A roguelike tower defense where you control a single tower to fight against hordes of aliens coming from all directions. Pick your tower, equip up to 4 skills, and choose from a variety of traits and unique effect items to craft powerful builds that lead you to victory.

    Why similar: Auto Battler 37.5%, Tower Defense 28.4%, Roguelite 15%, Strategy 8.6%, RPG 8.3%

  51. #51 Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault
    72% matchMixed63% of 68 reviews2016
    Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.Pub: Aksys Games
    Windows

    Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault is a frenetic and explosive new spin on action strategy gaming. Plan out and build up your defenses as hordes of hulking monstrosities bombard your heavily fortified city in an attempt to wipe you off the Earth for good!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 51.5%, Strategy 33.6%, Anime 14.9%

  52. #52 Space Robinson: Hardcore Roguelike Action
    70% matchMixed69% of 229 reviews2019
    Dev: Luxorix GamesPub: Alawar
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    You think you are a die-hard? Here you will die quick! A proper hardcore RPG-action where you will die a million times across a myriad of procedurally-generated levels. Extremely difficult, but highly addictive Indie Gem in your Steam game collection!

    Why similar: Sci-fi 57.7%, 2D 42.3%

  53. #53 Anomaly Collapse
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 638 reviews2024
    Dev: RocketPunch Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Command a squad of adorably fierce warriors in Anomaly Collapse, a turn-based Roguelite strategy game that offers a fresh twist to an old formula! Face off against otherworldly beings and uncover the dark secrets of supernatural calamities. Immerse yourself in a story where every move counts!

    Why similar: Roguelite 37.4%, Strategy 22%, Anime 12%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Cute 9.7%

  54. #54 HYPERNOVA: Escape from Hadea
    70% matchMostly Positive80% of 83 reviews2017
    Dev: ActaLogic
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A colorful but challenging blend of classic RTS and tower defense. Build, expand, research, and defend your alien colony as you race to construct a teleportation device and escape a dying star.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 35.2%, RTS 33.1%, Strategy 10.7%, Cute 7.9%, Aliens 7.2%

  55. #55 Sir, We Have an Orc Problem
    64% matchVery Positive87% of 3,557 reviews2026
    Dev: Mumpitz Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Sir, We Have an Orc Problem is an incremental-style tower defense game where you face an overwhelming number of orcs. Greet them with even more bullets, bombs and lasers!

    Why similar: Tower Defense 52.5%, Roguelite 21.8%, Strategy 12.4%, Simulation 8.2%, 2D 5.1%

  56. #56 Every Day We Fight
    66% matchMostly Positive75% of 419 reviews2025
    Dev: Signal Space Lab
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Caught in a time loop, your band of resistance fighters is humanity’s last hope. Real-time exploration meets turn-based tactics and roguelite strategy as you learn new abilities, seek out new weapons, and develop new techniques to overcome the mysterious alien threat.

    Why similar: Strategy RPG 29.3%, Tactical RPG 27.5%, Aliens 14.1%, RPG 10.8%, Strategy 10.5%

  57. #57 Home Wars
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,184 reviews2017
    Dev: Insane Dreamers
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Do you hate bugs and arachnids? Seeing them creeps you out? Would you like them to disappear off the face of the Earth? GOOD! This is the right game for you! In HW you’ll play as a General of a toy soldiers army, with the sole purpose of saving the owner’s house from the invasion of those damn Bugs.

    Why similar: RTS 36.7%, Wargame 35.8%, Tower Defense 16.4%, Strategy 11.1%

  58. #58 Space Crew: Legendary Edition
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,182 reviews2020
    Dev: Runner DuckPub: Curve Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Time for your toughest mission yet! Recruit and train your crew to tackle the growing threat from alien and android armies as you defend Earth to become a Galactic Legend in Space Crew: Legendary Edition. All new content free to existing owners of Space Crew!

    Why similar: Wargame 43.9%, Roguelite 17.5%, Strategy 14.7%, Simulation 12.1%, Sci-fi 12%

  59. #59 Liquidation RTS
    64% matchVery Positive91% of 160 reviews2026
    Dev: DivioPub: MicroProse Software
    Windows

    Enter the war-torn world of Veá, where sci-fi and fantasy collide in Liquidation, an immersive RTS. Lead your armies and harness powerful abilities in a high-stakes battle for Quenrium, the mysterious substance that holds Veá’s fate.

    Why similar: RTS 38.2%, Wargame 33.4%, Strategy 10.1%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Simulation 8.9%

  60. #60 Siege of Centauri
    68% matchMixed66% of 451 reviews2019
    Dev: Stardock Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Defend against thousands of enemies in this explosive tower defense game. Deploy upgradable towers and unleash powerful orbital abilities as you try to protect Earth's first colony world from destruction.

    Why similar: Tower Defense 54.5%, Aliens 17.7%, Strategy 17%, Sci-fi 10.8%

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