Games Like Lost Technology

Lay out your grand strategy on the land of Eagarlnia where humans, elves, orcs, dwarves, and the undead each battle out a corner of land. Manage your territories by navigating complex decisions and grow your economy.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 36.2% ★, Anime 21.5%, War 11.9%, Tactical 10.4%, Strategy 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An indie grand strategy game that shares the same anime aesthetic and focus on managing unique hero units across a map of warring factions.

The continent of Runersia is home to six major powers with more than 40 bases, 100 knights, and 50 types of monsters. Select a ruler, organize knights and monsters into troops, and conquer enemy bases!

Why similar: Strategy 38.5%, Anime 21.8%, Fantasy 16.5%, Simulation 10.9%, Magic 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A deep fantasy wargame that emphasizes territory control and the strategic deployment of unique commanders and their monster armies.

War of the Human Tanks is a story driven strategy game with a gameplay reminiscent of Battleship and Chess, featuring a story of war, loyalty, sacrifice and human shaped tanks.

Why similar: Anime 42.1%, War 30.6%, Strategy 17.3%, Indie 6.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines a strong anime narrative with tactical, faction-based warfare that feels very similar to the core loop of Lost Technology.

Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!

Why similar: Fantasy 31.5%, Tactical 27.6%, Strategy 20.8%, Indie 9.6%, Adventure 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers an anime-inspired tactical experience with deep army management and character progression that will appeal to fans of the genre.

A pixel-art turn-based Galaxy total war game. You can select 14 factions, 61 heroes, hundreds of warships and mecha, and command multiple fleets to carry out grand strategic operations on the map of the galaxy.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 43.3% ★, Anime 16.8%, War 14.4%, Strategy 9.5%, Simulation 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An indie grand strategy game that focuses on faction management and unique commanders, mirroring the scale and simplicity of Lost Technology.

Blade Prince Academy is a new take on tactical RPGs, where you lead your squad of Blade Princes to defend the city of Abjectalia in real-time with pause combat. Use your team's power to devastate any threat, but be vigilant, there is always a price to pay when you make a pact with darkness.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 34.4% ★, Anime 19.8%, Real Time Tactics 15.1%, RTS 10.2%, Strategy 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game features real-time-with-pause tactical combat and an anime aesthetic, capturing the same mechanical feel as the seed game.

From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 22.5% ★, Grand Strategy 22% ★, Strategy 19%, Simulation 16.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: An indie strategy game that provides a unique take on faction diplomacy and territory control with a focus on individual character interactions.

Turn based 4X strategy game, recreating the civilizations of ancient China. Develop your land, build great cities, raise huge armies and fight epic battles, with hundreds of soldiers fighting right on the game map. Advance your technologies, culture and religion to create one of mankind’s biggest empires.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.9% ★, Simulation 19.3%, Strategy 19.1%, War 13.8%, Indie 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that captures the scale of historical faction warfare with a focus on managing diverse territories and armies.

Banner of the Maid is a tribute to the golden age of tactical RPGs. Set in an alternate French Revolution, you play as Pauline Bonaparte, commanding your army on smoke-filled battlefields and navigating the turbulent political salons of Paris to forge a heroic epic like no other.

Why similar: Strategy 46.8%, Anime 40.6%, Indie 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game with a distinct anime art style that focuses on character-driven battles during a period of intense political conflict.

A turn-based Galaxy totalwar game. Choose one of 12 factions, direct dozens of admirals, control hundreds of warships, mecha and monsters, set up various buildings, study technology, and lead fleets to carry out grand strategic actions on the map of the galaxy.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.9% ★, Wargame 30.9%, War 15.9%, Strategy 7.8%, Simulation 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel refines the faction-based grand strategy mechanics of the original, offering more depth for those who enjoy the indie tactical feel.

The battle between light and chaos comes to a head in this remake of legendary Strategy RPGs Langrisser I and Langrisser II.

Why similar: Strategy 66.9%, Anime 26.4%, Fantasy 5.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: These classic tactical RPGs feature the anime-style character-focused warfare that defines the genre's appeal.

Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner

Why similar: Wargame 23.8%, Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, RTS 17.5%, Real Time Tactics 13%, Tactical 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A historical wargame that focuses on the intricacies of managing a faction and its leaders during a time of total war.

Lost Eidolons is a turn-based tactical RPG with a gripping cinematic narrative, set in a waning empire riven by civil war. Take on the role of a charming mercenary captain, Eden, and lead his band of allies through epic encounters on a classic turn-based battlefield.

Why similar: War 38%, Tactical 26.8%, Strategy 17.6%, Fantasy 14.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A war-themed tactical RPG that features an anime-inspired art style and a heavy focus on the personal stories of its commanders.

Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.

Why similar: Simulation 43.3%, Fantasy 22.4%, Anime 15%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Singleplayer 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in tactical fantasy warfare that prioritizes character-driven narratives and faction politics.

Great Houses of Calderia is a Feudal Grand Strategy game focusing on family dynamics & stories. Use your family strengths to compete against rivals to rise in the ranks of Calderia - produce, trade, scheme, bribe, and battle to build your legacy of power!

Why similar: Grand Strategy 40.6% ★, RTS 12.7%, Simulation 10.7%, War 10.5%, Strategy 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title emphasizes the character-driven politics and family management aspects of grand strategy, similar to the event-heavy nature of the seed game.

Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...

Why similar: Anime 38.2%, Tactical 26.4%, Strategy 14.6%, Fantasy 14.5%, Adventure 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game with an anime aesthetic that focuses heavily on character growth and unit management during wartime.

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: Tactical 35.5%, Strategy 21.8%, Fantasy 21.5%, Magic 21.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy strategy game that blends turn-based combat with kingdom management, perfect for those who enjoy the tactical depth of Lost Technology.

The fantasy wargaming classic is back! Lead powerful heroes and mighty armies into battle in this critically acclaimed turn-based strategy milestone. Level up and train your units and guide them through a gripping story campaign to decide the fate of a world on the brink of destruction.

Why similar: Wargame 23.9%, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Strategy 14.3%, Tactical 12.2%, War 10%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated fantasy wargame that focuses on tactical unit management and campaign progression across a variety of unique factions.

Craft unique strategies and outmaneuver your foes in TINY METAL, a turn-based Japanese wargame! With new tactical options, you will command over 16 tactically diverse units, flank, assault, deploy heroes from orbital dropships, and focus the firepower of multiple units to even out otherwise disastrous odds.

Why similar: Wargame 28.4%, Anime 20.2%, War 14.2%, Simulation 11%, Tactical 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical wargame that uses an anime-inspired aesthetic to deliver focused, turn-based combat scenarios.

Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!

Why similar: Grand Strategy 34% ★, War 17.1%, Tactical 13.7%, Simulation 11.7%, Strategy 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game with deep fantasy elements that allows for significant customization of factions and their leaders.

Warring States : Tactics is a turn-based battle strategy game set during the Warring States period of Ancient China. The Warring States period is one of turmoil in China, where various feudal states struggle for control of all of China.

Why similar: Wargame 31.6%, Tactical 21.4%, Strategy 20.4%, War 17%, Indie 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: An indie tactical game that focuses on the strategic movement of units and territory control in a historical setting.

Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.3% ★, War 18.7%, RTS 18.5%, Strategy 16.7%, Tactical 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: While larger in scale, it excels at the character-driven faction warfare and political maneuvering that fans of Lost Technology will appreciate.

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: Grand Strategy 35.5% ★, Wargame 26.2%, War 18.4%, Strategy 11.5%, Simulation 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses on the complexities of political and military control, suitable for fans of deep faction management.

BattleSynth — Tactical Fantasy Warfare Assemble your army, plan your moves, and watch your strategy come alive on the battlefield. In BattleSynth, every unit matters and every choice can lead to victory — or defeat. Smart tactics, wild magic, and a bit of chaos await!

Why similar: Wargame 34.4%, Simulation 30.5%, Strategy 15.3%, Tactical 10.7%, Fantasy 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: An indie strategy game that incorporates auto-battler elements, appealing to those who enjoy the simulation side of Lost Technology.

It's a retro-style strategy game, you can choose the Northsky Fleet or the Pirates, lead your commanders, controll many kinds of warships and robots, and fight a war with the enemy's fleet and alien horde on the galactic chessboard!

Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.7% ★, Anime 22%, War 14.2%, Strategy 12.6%, Simulation 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An indie tactical strategy game that features mechs and faction-based conquest, echoing the mechanical simplicity of the seed game.

Become an all-powerful Sorcerer Lord and lead one of 8 different races to the ultimate victory. Explore multiple planes of existence, raid dungeons, and conquer cities. Expand your armies, cast mighty spells, and summon godly creatures to do your bidding. Fight the enemies in D20 OGL battles.

Why similar: Strategy 30.2%, Wargame 21.3%, Simulation 15.8%, Indie 13.6%, Fantasy 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that features fantasy elements and faction-based conquest, providing a similar strategic experience.

"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!

Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.7% ★, RTS 18.5%, Wargame 18.2%, Real Time Tactics 10.1%, Simulation 10.1%

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: Real-Time with Pause 29.8% ★, Grand Strategy 26.9% ★, War 13.5%, Tactical 10.8%, Simulation 10%

Lord of Rigel is a turn-based 4X space strategy game inspired by the classics. In a galaxy divided by two elder races, will you unite with other species or forge your own path? Navigate galactic politics and defeat threats using espionage, research, and military force. How will you shape the galaxy?

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 36.9% ★, Grand Strategy 29.8% ★, War 13.2%, Simulation 10.3%, Strategy 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A space-based 4X strategy game that emphasizes faction diplomacy and military conquest on a grand scale.

Create a world free of conflict in this innovative turn-based simulation. Work together with a mythical young goddess to develop a peaceful civilization over the course of a century.

Why similar: Anime 73.3%, Simulation 26.7%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-styled city-builder and strategy game that focuses on the long-term development of a civilization.

Command a legion of more than 70 beloved Touhou Project heroines on an expansive quest to uncover the cause of mysterious incidents blossoming throughout Gensokyo. Deploy units on grid-based maps to battle monsters with flashy Spell Cards, and conquer each stage with strategic mastery.

Why similar: Simulation 39.3%, Fantasy 18.1%, Anime 16.2%, Magic 14.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%

Take command in Europe's greatest 18th-century war. Equip & customize regiments, manage supplies, and engage in brutal real-time battles across procedural campaigns. Resources and replacements are scarce, and keeping your best men alive may matter more than any single victory.

Why similar: RTS 20.5%, Wargame 19.8%, War 14.5%, Real Time Tactics 13.7%, Tactical 11%

Strategos is a real-time tactics wargame set in classical antiquity. Simulate large-scale battles with over 120 factions, and 250+ units, from the ancient world. Create custom battles, or take command of historical ones.

Why similar: Wargame 25.2%, RTS 19.3%, Real Time Tactics 15.5%, War 12%, Strategy 9.5%

Customize your unique faction in a new take on real-time strategy as you fight in a variety of skirmish, solo, and multiplayer battles. You are not only a commander, but also an engineer – so you have ultimate control over your faction’s units, factories, superweapons and economy.

Why similar: RTS 53.8%, Strategy 19.6%, Simulation 18.8%, Indie 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.1%

A Tactical Battle Simulator that allows you to command thousands of soldiers as a Union or Confederate General. The game features the most accurately created map, a non-linear battle campaign, complex morale, innovative control mechanics and smart AI.

Why similar: Wargame 24.2%, RTS 23.7%, Strategy 15.4%, Simulation 11.7%, Tactical 11.6%

Barbarian Legend is a big war like strategy simulation game. You will take on the role of a barbarian leader who will lead his army to conquer enemy territories, develop his own fiefdoms and unite the world by force and strategy.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.1% ★, Wargame 18.8%, Real Time Tactics 11.6%, Anime 11.2%, Simulation 8.5%

The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.

Why similar: Wargame 23%, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, RTS 16.5%, Real Time Tactics 13.3%, War 12.4%

ArmaCulture is an indie factory-builder RPG set in the midst of a bitter, industrialized war between two nations in a fictional world similar to our own. The game combines illustrated character art with stylized pixel art to create a unique and dark historic atmosphere.

Why similar: Wargame 31.4%, Anime 29.9%, War 24.8%, Strategy 13.9%

From a small village of a dozen people to a small kingdom of thousands of people. Arrange for residents to work, gathering, fishing and hunting, farming and mining, processing and manufacturing. Trade, accumulate supplies, increase your strength, and fight evil forces and monsters.

Why similar: RTS 26.2%, Real Time Tactics 19.1%, Simulation 18.1%, War 17.4%, Strategy 12.1%

Become The Prophet in a world of the future without the future! Lead your Cult in this cyberpunk RTS in the fight against evil corporations and heretics. Choose your creed, convert citizens, create an army and take over the city!

Why similar: RTS 35.3%, Strategy 25.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Tactical 12.1%, War 10.7%

You are the first sentient AI, born into a city of opportunity. Transcend time and space in this strategy RPG to raise machine armies and defeat your foes, influence the world from the shadows, or pursue countless other goals. Your awakening was inevitable. The consequences? Uncertain.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 58.4% ★, Simulation 21.8%, Strategy 16.8%, Singleplayer 3%

In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords，develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements

Why similar: Grand Strategy 40.8% ★, Wargame 19.5%, Simulation 14.7%, Strategy 12.1%, War 11.8%

A classic tactics RPG where magic and technology clash to determine the fate of the world. Command tactical battles, befriend and train your troops, create custom heroes, and experience the story through multiple branching paths.

Why similar: War 31.3%, Fantasy 24.3%, Strategy 23.1%, Magic 18.6%, Singleplayer 2.7%

"Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms" is a single-player RPG where you shape the Three Kingdoms era. Choose to be a ruler, a loyal advisor, or a cunning mercenary. Marry, build homes, or train in martial arts. Restore peace through diplomacy or conquer with mighty armies.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 33.6% ★, Wargame 28.6%, Simulation 14.9%, War 11.6%, Strategy 11.3%

The world of TINY METAL expands! Command Wolfram & the White Fangs against the mysterious Dinoldan forces. 77 skirmish maps, 21+ diverse units, 39 challenging campaigns. Stop the ancient tech excavation. Turn-based Japanese storytelling meets intense tactical warfare. All skill levels welcome.

Why similar: Wargame 34.8%, War 18.5%, Simulation 14.3%, Strategy 13.1%, Fantasy 10.5%

Real time strategy game featuring over 130 different types of units and technologies, 21 campaign missions with characters and an intriguing story, unlimited random map skirmishes with many customizable settings, network multiplayer to challenge your friends, and so much more in this RTS!

Why similar: RTS 49.2%, Strategy 35.8%, Indie 15%

You will have to lead the civilization, develop the economy, enhance the technology, stabilize the people and colonize new galaxies; when encountering unknown civilizations, will you hide yourself or communicate with them in a friendly way? In this "dark forest", every decision will be crucial.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.7% ★, Wargame 20%, RTS 18.7%, Real Time Tactics 12.4%, Simulation 9.7%

Galactic Ruler offers real time strategy game play at both planetary level and in space! Lead your faction in diplomacy or conquest across a procedurally generated galactic map where any system might hold hostile enemies or resource riches. Develop advanced technologies to rule the galaxy!

Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 27.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.1%, RTS 13.5%, Wargame 10.4%

An unique long-term strategy game with week-long matches with up to 101 players, set in the alternate reality of 1919.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.7% ★, RTS 18%, Wargame 17.9%, War 12.7%, Real Time Tactics 11.1%

In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.

Why similar: Wargame 22.5%, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, RTS 16.3%, Real Time Tactics 12.8%, War 11.1%

Lead your country through the Victorian age, expand your empire as you go head to head with the great powers of the world.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.6% ★, War 16.2%, Real Time Tactics 14.9%, Simulation 12.3%, RTS 10.1%

Choose your faction. Choose your heroes. Choose your troops. Conquer lands, create kingdoms, and destroy your enemies. All the lands of Callasia are yours to dominate in this original strategy game.

Why similar: Wargame 46.4%, War 16.6%, Strategy 15%, Fantasy 13.2%, Adventure 3.2%

Rewrite medieval history through bloody siege combat in a fusion of RTS and Grand Strategy genres. Rule, build, and serve your King as a minor lord in medieval Europe. Experience siege, field and naval combat with an unseen degree of brutality. Rogue-like progression, epic towns and battles await…

Why similar: Grand Strategy 26% ★, Wargame 19.9%, RTS 19.6%, Real Time Tactics 11.8%, War 9.9%

Turn the tide of the war with nuanced strategies in One-inch Tactics, introducing players to a unique turn-based strategy experience.

Why similar: Wargame 43.3%, Anime 21.3%, Tactical 20.2%, Strategy 13.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%

What will the tails witness after a crossing tale? A tactical RPG that portrays a fantasy story of a war between the canine and the feline tribes playable from both points of view.

Why similar: Simulation 55.9%, Fantasy 23.5%, Strategy 14%, Singleplayer 3.3%, Adventure 3.3%

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: War 29.6%, Real Time Tactics 26.4%, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 19.8%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Crash-landed in the universe of Cantata, will you expand your empire or bring peace to the war torn planet? Grow your army, manage resources and discover the colourful planet of Shoal, its people, and the armed forces overrunning this land in this genre-defining Grand Tactics game.

Why similar: Strategy 89.6%, Singleplayer 10.4%

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: Grand Strategy 26.5% ★, RTS 20.4%, Wargame 19.4%, Real Time Tactics 8.5%, Simulation 8%

Bringing you to an exotic desert where you’ll recruit, train, and guide your troops into battle against rival cities and factions. Embark on an adventure that’s uniquely yours; Customizable characters, professions, and factions. The land is filled with a variety of hidden secrets.

Why similar: War 40.4%, Strategy 22.6%, Anime 19.5%, Indie 10.4%, Adventure 4.3%

This game is a more casual strategy war game, it bid farewell to the endless confrontation between players in traditional strategy games! More emphasis on collaboration between players.

Why similar: RTS 23.5%, Wargame 20.5%, Anime 18.7%, Simulation 11.4%, Strategy 9.4%