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  1. #1 Pandora: First Contact
    97% matchMixed63% of 643 reviews2014
    Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 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 49.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Hex Grid 11.2%, Strategy 8.7%, Sci-fi 7.9%

  2. #2 Stellar Monarch 2
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 130 reviews2022
    Dev: Silver Lemur Games
    Windows

    Stellar Monarch 2 is a feudal space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. Great noble houses, usurpers to the throne, rebels, assassins, court intrigues, disloyal admirals, incompetent governors and ever-present alien threat.

    Why similar: 4X 46.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Grand Strategy 15.4%, Space 8.3%, Strategy 7.4%

  3. #3 Cosmist
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Gulbrandr Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Conquer the galaxy in this arcade-like strategy game. Pick and send your generals to deploy the fleet in the far-off star sectors, mine resources, and upgrade your ships forgeries. Deities might interfere with your plans.

    Why similar: 4X 44.5%, Grand Strategy 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Space 9.5%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  4. #4 Ultakia
    95% 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 37.8%, Hex Grid 19.4%, Space 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Sci-fi 7.4%

  5. #5 Galactum Meridian
    94% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Hedra Games
    Windows

    Lead humanity's first deep survey beyond Sol in a research-first space strategy game. Explore star systems, investigate worlds, deploy probes, and turn scientific discoveries into strategic power.

    Why similar: 4X 41.4%, Space Sim 20%, Space 10.9%, Strategy 8.3%, Grand Strategy 8%

  6. #6 Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™
    94% matchMixed61% of 23,068 reviews2014
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 29.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth is a new science-fiction-themed entry into the award winning Civilization series. As part of an expedition sent to find a home beyond Earth, lead your people into a new frontier, explore and colonize an alien planet and create a new civilization in space.

    Why similar: 4X 33.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, Hex Grid 10.8%, Space 9.9%, Sci-fi 9.7%

  7. #7 万象战略
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: MeleePsycho
    Windows

    Myriad Strategies: a turn-based strategy game. Rule a nation amid wars, famine, plague, and refugees. Manage cities, talent, economy. The world shifts. Win by holding cities, stabilizing lives, solving refugee crises, building food systems & spy networks, or surviving the chaos.

    Why similar: 4X 42.6%, Grand Strategy 14.5%, Hex Grid 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Strategy 6.2%

  8. #8 EOL: End Of Line
    92% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: MLS Games, LLC
    Windows

    A sci-fi turn-based strategy game, no gimmicky mechanics just pure 4x glory.

    Why similar: 4X 43.1%, Grand Strategy 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Hex Grid 11%, Strategy 9.2%

  9. #9 Space Empires IV Deluxe
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 289 reviews2006
    Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    The award-winning Space Empires IV Deluxe is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. A grand strategy title in the space 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) genre, Space Empires has already found a place in the heart of strategy gamers everywhere.

    Why similar: 4X 60.2%, Strategy 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Space 9.7%, Sci-fi 8.6%

  10. #10 Distant Worlds 2
    90% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,520 reviews2022
    Dev: CodeForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.

    Why similar: 4X 47.9%, Grand Strategy 15.5%, Space 11.1%, Strategy 8.9%, Sci-fi 8.7%

  11. #11 Galactic Inheritors
    91% matchMixed43% of 88 reviews2015
    Dev: Crispon GamesPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Colonise solar systems and watch them grow. Explore the galaxy to find its strategic choke points. Build up your empire and your fleet and then use the power of the media to prepare your people for the inevitable war. At the same time watch your opponents, keep on an eye on their own media and watch for threats and opportunities.

    Why similar: 4X 52.7%, Space 18.7%, Grand Strategy 11.5%, Strategy 8.9%, Sci-fi 8.2%

  12. #12 Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
    89% matchVery Positive82% of 18,111 reviews2018
    Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.

    Why similar: 4X 42.3%, Hex Grid 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Strategy 7.7%, Grand Strategy 7.3%

  13. #13 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
    89% matchMixed44% of 958 reviews2012
    Dev: Kerberos ProductionsPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    The Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included.

    Why similar: 4X 59.2%, Space 13.4%, Strategy 11.1%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.2%

  14. #14 ENDLESS Space™ - Definitive Edition
    88% matchVery Positive81% of 9,584 reviews2012
    Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    ENDLESS Space™ is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS Universe™, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.

    Why similar: 4X 49.6%, Space 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Strategy 12%, Sci-fi 7.9%

  15. #15 Stellar Sovereigns
    87% matchMixed65% of 31 reviews2023
    Dev: Imagined Reality
    Windows

    Indie 4X space strategy game with TB empire management and RTS combat set in a 3D star cluster. Build an interstellar empire by colonizing and conquering star systems, develop your colonies establish trade routes and construct fleets from a range of retrofittable capital & escort class vessels.

    Why similar: 4X 33.8%, Space Sim 19.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Grand Strategy 12%, Space 7.8%

  16. #16 CIVIREVIVAL
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: DIMENSION CREATIONS LIMITED
    Windows

    In this 4X + RPG strategy game, lead humanity’s last ark and rebuild a new home among the mysterious ruins of the stars. Starting from nothing, you will develop technology, build powerful fleets, resist external threats, and shape the rebirth of human civilization.

    Why similar: 4X 28.5%, Space Sim 17%, Space 11.9%, Hex Grid 10.4%, Grand Strategy 9.8%

  17. #17 Distant Worlds: Universe
    86% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,848 reviews2014
    Dev: Code ForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.

    Why similar: 4X 54.9%, Space 14%, Grand Strategy 10.8%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Strategy 7.6%

  18. #18 Stars in Shadow
    85% matchMostly Positive79% of 830 reviews2017
    Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 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 57.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Space 10.5%, Strategy 8.6%, Sci-fi 6.7%

  19. #19 Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 592 reviews2024
    Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack includes the original Alpha Centauri and the expansion, Alien Crossfire.

    Why similar: 4X 64.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Space 12.2%, Strategy 9.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  20. #20 Stargazer's Terraforming Estate Co.
    84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Ashina Studios
    Windows

    Stargazer's Terraforming Estate Company terraforms & sells planets for years. Be a respectful member of the family and monopolize the galaxy by building dyson spheres in the name of the company.

    Why similar: 4X 28.8%, Hex Grid 22.2%, Space 14.2%, Space Sim 12.9%, Strategy 8.4%

  21. #21 Beyond
    82% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Quixotic Universe
    Windows

    Beyond is a sci-fi turn-based strategy game set in a generated solar system that orbits a distant star every round. Play as one of five alien species as you race to collect resources, build your military, develop new tech, expand the area you control, and drive opposing factions from the system.

    Why similar: 4X 34.1%, Hex Grid 18%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Grand Strategy 10.6%, Space 8.8%

  22. #22 Astro Protocol
    81% matchVery Positive96% of 56 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 35.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Grand Strategy 12.8%, Hex Grid 12.7%, Space 9.4%

  23. #23 Imperial Kingdoms
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: BaroxxTech
    Windows · Linux

    Lead a medieval kingdom through expansion, warfare and economic growth. Manage resources, supply your capital and research new technologies to strengthen your realm. Customize your armies and conquer rival kingdoms across dynamic hex maps.

    Why similar: 4X 45.2%, Grand Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Strategy 9.5%, Hex Grid 8.8%

  24. #24 Lords of the Black Sun
    83% matchVery Negative20% of 396 reviews2014
    Dev: Arkavi StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.

    Why similar: 4X 57.5%, Space 15.7%, Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.2%, Sci-fi 5.7%

  25. #25 Space Empires V
    81% matchMostly Positive72% of 475 reviews2006
    Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.

    Why similar: 4X 59.2%, Strategy 12.2%, Space 12%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.8%

  26. #26 Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection
    80% matchVery Positive88% of 710 reviews2010
    Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.Pub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection is the original Sword of the Stars games and the three expansions Born of Blood, A Murder of Crows and Argos Naval Yard. It is the year 2405, and human scientists have discovered a new technology that allows travel from star to star at speeds faster than light.

    Why similar: 4X 60.3%, Space 12.4%, Strategy 11%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.7%

  27. #27 Exodus: The Colonization of Space
    78% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2025
    Dev: Artex
    Windows · Linux

    Colonize a galaxy in 256 colors! In this RiscOS gem from 1997, the fate of human civilization lies in your hands. Travel the stars, claim uninhabited planets or fight over them against your alien opponents. Your ultimate chance to relive the original experience, on the PC for the first time ever.

    Why similar: 4X 33.6%, Space Sim 21.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Strategy 8.2%, Simulation 8%

  28. #28 Hex Kingdoms
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Blue Sunset GamesPub: SIG Publishing
    Windows

    Hex Kingdoms is a turn-based strategy game set in medevial times with fantasy themes. Expand your kingdom, set up your defenses, train soldiers and monsters to become the only ruler of the land.

    Why similar: 4X 35.5%, Hex Grid 17.1%, Grand Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, War 9.5%

  29. #29 Master of Orion
    78% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,144 reviews2016
    Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 101.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.

    Why similar: 4X 63%, Space 12.1%, Strategy 11.9%, Sci-fi 6.3%, Grand Strategy 4.1%

  30. #30 Shattered Spheres
    77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    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 47%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Grand Strategy 13.4%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 5.4%

  31. #31 Alliance of the Sacred Suns
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: KatHawk Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Alliance of the Sacred Suns is a sci-fi grand-strategy RPG that begins with your coronation as the head of an interstellar Empire, and ends with your demise. Manage feuding noble houses and the schemes of would-be usurpers as you try to revive the glory of an Empire on the brink of collapse.

    Why similar: 4X 31.1%, Hex Grid 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Grand Strategy 11.2%, Space 9%

  32. #32 ENDLESS Legend™
    76% matchVery Positive83% of 19,012 reviews2014
    Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 22.0 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 50.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Hex Grid 14.8%, Strategy 10.8%, Grand Strategy 3.9%

  33. #33 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
    76% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Aserisoft
    Windows · Mac

    Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms is a turn-based 4X grand strategy game, played on a procedurally generated world. Battles are real-time and tactical. Every world-map and battlefield is entirely unique, so this game will always have something to throw at you.

    Why similar: 4X 46.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Grand Strategy 14%, Strategy 9.4%, Simulation 5.7%

  34. #34 Shadow Empire
    75% matchVery Positive84% of 1,906 reviews2020
    Dev: VR DesignsPub: Matrix Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 72.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Shadow Empire is a deep turn-based 4X wargame with a unique blend of military focus, procedurally generated content and role-playing features. Players take the seat of the supreme ruler of a small nation, with the goal of reconquering a devastated planet.

    Why similar: 4X 30.9%, Hex Grid 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Grand Strategy 10.9%, Space 7.9%

  35. #35 Tachyon Wars
    75% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2021
    Dev: Fair Games
    Windows

    Tachyon Wars is a sci-fi real-time space strategy game. It introduces seriously deep gameplay with an emphasis on fleet control. Open space to explore, large-scale battles, crafty AI. All of it is well seasoned with novel real-time game mechanics.

    Why similar: 4X 45.4%, Grand Strategy 14.2%, Space 13.2%, Strategy 9.8%, Sci-fi 9.1%

  36. #36 Diehexegy
    74% matchNo user reviews2028
    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 53%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Hex Grid 15.6%, Strategy 11.5%, 2D 1.4%

  37. #37 Imperium of the Stars
    74% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Imperium of the Stars
    Windows · Mac

    A real-time grand strategy 4X set in a living Gothic Space Opera galaxy. Lead asymmetric factions, expand across the stars, survive galactic crises, and adapt to a universe shaped by a dynamic Game Director.

    Why similar: 4X 51.4%, Grand Strategy 16.9%, Space 11.2%, Strategy 8.2%, Sci-fi 6.8%

  38. #38 Napoleon 1813
    72% match6 user reviews67% of 6 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 47%, Grand Strategy 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Strategy 9.9%, War 6.5%

  39. #39 Demise of Nations
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 550 reviews2017
    Dev: Noble Master LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.

    Why similar: 4X 40.2%, Hex Grid 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Grand Strategy 12.9%, War 6.5%

  40. #40 Beard of Stone
    73% 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 48.1%, Hex Grid 17.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Strategy 6.9%, War 6.5%

  41. #41 New Stars
    71% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: adamjr
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Expand your own galactic empire across new stars, research technologies, and challenge great alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, and starbases to gather more resources. Explore a unique galaxy full of secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities.

    Why similar: 4X 35.7%, Space Sim 16.8%, Grand Strategy 13%, Space 9.6%, War 8.4%

  42. #42 Galactic Ruler Enlightenment
    71% matchMixed63% of 19 reviews2024
    Dev: BattleGoat Studios
    Windows

    Play campaign stories within the Galactic Ruler universe. Invade the galaxy to eliminate those who stand in your way or rally alien races to defend against the invaders. Fight battles at both planet and space across a procedurally generated galaxy. Use new unit control systems to manage your forces.

    Why similar: 4X 31.7%, Grand Strategy 13.9%, Hex Grid 13.6%, Space Sim 11%, Space 11%

  43. #43 Star Ruler
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 340 reviews2010
    Dev: Blind Mind Studios
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...

    Why similar: 4X 54.6%, Space 16.3%, Strategy 12.2%, Grand Strategy 9.7%, Sci-fi 6.9%

  44. #44 Solar War
    72% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2015
    Dev: Snipefish Entertainment
    Windows · Linux

    A turn-based grand strategy game in space, set in the near future: Defend Earth against an alien invasion from the edge of the Solar System and expand your campaign to push them back to their base.

    Why similar: 4X 31.7%, Space Sim 17.1%, Grand Strategy 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Space 9.9%

  45. #45 Galactic Empire
    70% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2023
    Dev: NeuroCore Studios
    Windows

    Build your own galactic empire and lead it to dominance across the cosmos. Develop technology, manage your fleet, colonize planets, and engage in turn-based battles. Every decision shapes your path to victory in a dynamic sci-fi strategy game.

    Why similar: 4X 40.8%, Space Sim 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Space 11%, Sci-fi 8.2%

  46. #46 After the Crash : Colony
    69% matchNo user reviews86% of 14 reviews2025
    Dev: Penche Software
    Windows

    Build order on a strange planet, keep your crew alive, and gather the parts needed to repair the crashed main ship. Manage resources, explore new areas, face growing threats, and strengthen your colony a little more with each passing day.

    Why similar: 4X 41.2%, Space Sim 27.7%, Space 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Strategy 5.9%

  47. #47 Dominium Mundi
    71% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Dusan Petrovic
    Windows · Linux

    Dominium Mundi is a lightweight 4X strategy game set in the medieval period where 4 players compete to create the most influential empire. Expand your empire over the map, convert more people to your religion, and control more trade routes.

    Why similar: 4X 62.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Grand Strategy 11.8%, Strategy 7.6%, Resource Management 3.2%

  48. #48 Spaceman's Luck
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Gideon Kennedy
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Do you have a Spaceman's Luck? A space strategy game.

    Why similar: 4X 36.9%, Space 18.8%, Grand Strategy 15.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Strategy 8.3%

  49. #49 Galactic Conflict
    69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Shadowfoundry GamesPub: Sinpros Entertainment and Multimedia
    Windows

    A real-time sci-fi 4X strategy game where you explore procedurally generated star systems, expand your empire, manage resources, build fleets, and wage war against multiple AI factions in a dynamic and evolving galaxy.

    Why similar: 4X 44.6%, Space Sim 22.7%, Strategy 9.7%, Simulation 8.1%, Space 6.5%

  50. #50 Master of Orion 1
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 445 reviews2016
    Dev: SimTexPub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    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: 4X 69.4%, Strategy 10.5%, Space 7.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.1%, Sci-fi 4.8%

  51. #51 Plane Starship2:Galactic Contender
    68% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: 爱芙尔
    Windows

    This is a 4x turn-base strategy game. You can develop your planet, expand your territory by colonizing and building space stations, research technology to unlock more ships, and ultimately discover and eliminate your enemies.

    Why similar: 4X 46.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Space 10.9%, Sci-fi 7.9%, War 7.6%

  52. #52 Frostward
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: KoPoint Games
    Windows

    Plan industrial districts and strive toward monumental wonders while defending humanity against hostile forces and the endless winter.

    Why similar: 4X 48.9%, Hex Grid 22.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Strategy 6.4%, Resource Management 3.4%

  53. #53 HUMANKIND™
    67% matchMixed69% of 28,481 reviews2021
    Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.

    Why similar: 4X 42.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.1%, Grand Strategy 12.6%, Strategy 10%, Hex Grid 9.1%

  54. #54 StarDrive
    70% matchMixed45% of 1,486 reviews2013
    Dev: Zero Sum Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.

    Why similar: 4X 64.1%, Space 16.1%, Strategy 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  55. #55 Dominions - Priests, Prophets & Pretenders
    66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Illwinter Game Design
    Windows · Linux

    In Dominions you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. It all takes place in a fantasy world with monsters, magic items and world altering spells. Dominions is a 4x turn based strategy game with a large variety of spells and units.

    Why similar: 4X 63%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Strategy 14.3%, 2D 1.6%

  56. #56 Gate Builders
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pyralis Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Gate Builders is a sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game. Build space stations, manage work force, exploit, trade and transform resources. Face space pirates and enemy factions. Build, Expand, Thrive!

    Why similar: 4X 39.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Grand Strategy 14.3%, Space 10.1%, Sci-fi 8.8%

  57. #57 Revival: Recolonization
    66% matchMixed69% of 424 reviews2024
    Dev: HeroCraft PC
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Set in a post-apoc version of Earth, Revival is a 4x strategy game where the world and its rules can change at key moments, creating a deep and highly replayable experience.

    Why similar: 4X 33.1%, Hex Grid 17.8%, Grand Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, War 6.8%

  58. #58 HARD VOID
    65% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: jejoxdev
    Windows · Linux

    HARD VOID is a 4X turn-based space strategy game in a lovecraftian universe. Lead your species across galaxies and multiple dimensions to build an Empire. Design your spaceships, assemble your fleets and fight for supremacy. But beware, unthinkable Eldritch horrors lurk in the vast darkness.

    Why similar: 4X 39.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Grand Strategy 12.3%, Space 10.6%, Sci-fi 7.9%

  59. #59 Master of Orion 3
    68% matchMixed54% of 186 reviews2016
    Dev: Quicksilver SoftwarePub: Wargaming Labs
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.

    Why similar: 4X 72.4%, Strategy 13.8%, Space 8.7%, Sci-fi 5.1%

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