- #1 Old World
97% matchVery Positive82% of 6,533 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
Why similar: 4X 15.7% ★, Grand Strategy 12.3% ★, Diplomacy 11.9% ★, Turn-Based 7.8%, Alternate History 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines 4X empire building with character-driven narrative and a unique order-based turn system.
- #2 HUMANKIND™
96% matchMixed69% of 28,395 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 25% ★, Grand Strategy 15.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Historical 9.8%, Strategy 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features a similar focus on evolving your civilization through distinct historical eras and cultural combinations.
- #3 Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI
96% matchVery Positive86% of 373,909 reviews2016
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.1 hrsMean: 99.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time?
Why similar: 4X 16.9% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Historical 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive historical 4X experience that shares the core turn-based empire-building loop found in Millennia.
- #4 Age of Wonders 4
95% matchVery Positive81% of 22,264 reviews2023
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 22.2 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: 4X 30% ★, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, War 10.8%, Tactical 7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep faction customization and tactical combat that mirrors the strategic depth of Millennia's development trees.
- #5 Europa Universalis IV
94% matchVery Positive88% of 136,424 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 280.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.
Why similar: 4X 17.1% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Diplomacy 14% ★, Alternate History 10.3%, Political 9.4% ★
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for historical grand strategy, offering unparalleled depth in diplomacy, trade, and nation-building.
- #6 ENDLESS™ Legend
94% matchVery Positive83% of 18,996 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 21.9 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 36.2% ★, Turn-Based 18.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Hex Grid 10.7% ★, Strategy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A highly stylized 4X game with unique faction mechanics and a focus on terrain-based strategic development.
- #7 Shadow Empire
93% matchVery Positive84% of 1,875 reviews2020
Dev: VR DesignsPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 70.1 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 21.3% ★, Grand Strategy 15.6% ★, Hex Grid 11.4% ★, Turn-Based 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex 4X wargame that emphasizes logistics, supply chains, and procedural world generation.
- #8 Victoria 3
92% matchMostly Positive70% of 59,549 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 116.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22% ★, Diplomacy 16.7% ★, Historical 11.3%, Economy 10.6%, Alternate History 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the complex economic and social simulations that underpin the growth of a global power.
- #9 Stellaris
91% matchVery Positive86% of 194,059 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 143.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
Why similar: 4X 34.4% ★, Grand Strategy 29% ★, Diplomacy 13.2% ★, Strategy 6.4%, Military 6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive grand strategy experience with deep exploration and empire management in a sci-fi setting.
- #10 Galactic Civilizations IV
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,448 reviews2023
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Take command of a civilization that has just achieved faster-than-light travel in Galactic Civilizations IV, the newest entry in the award-winning space 4X strategy game series. Explore the galaxy, colonize worlds, shape cultures, make alliances, fight wars and pioneer new technologies.
Why similar: 4X 25.4% ★, Grand Strategy 20.8% ★, Diplomacy 18% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Hex Grid 9.4% ★
Why You'll Like It: A robust space-based 4X game that features extensive empire customization and political systems.
- #11 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
90% matchVery Positive88% of 1,638 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 19% ★, Grand Strategy 15.6% ★, Hex Grid 9.9% ★, Historical 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A streamlined, fast-paced 4X game that focuses on the strategic essentials of empire management.
- #12 Imperator: Rome
89% matchMixed66% of 26,807 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 38% ★, Historical 15.7%, Political 10.9% ★, Strategy 10.7%, Economy 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy title that focuses on the political and military management of ancient civilizations.
- #13 Field of Glory: Empires
89% matchVery Positive82% of 862 reviews2019
Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture.
Why similar: 4X 19.2% ★, Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, Turn-Based 12.2%, Historical 9.4%, War 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game focused on the rise and fall of ancient empires with a strong emphasis on historical accuracy.
- #14 Revival: Recolonization
88% matchMixed69% of 424 reviews2024
Dev: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 4.9 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 17.1% ★, Grand Strategy 13.1% ★, Diplomacy 12.8% ★, Hex Grid 9.3% ★, Turn-Based 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic 4X game that features dynamic world changes and tactical combat.
- #15 Terra Invicta
86% matchVery Positive81% of 9,264 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: 4X 15.7% ★, Grand Strategy 12.4% ★, Diplomacy 12.2% ★, Alternate History 8.4%, Turn-Based 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A highly complex grand strategy game that focuses on global politics and long-term planning.
- #16 Hexarchy
86% matchVery Positive82% of 1,571 reviews2023
Dev: Main Tank SoftwarePub: Yogscast Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Hexarchy is an innovative, fast-paced, historical 4x strategy game where you use cards and deckbuilding to make your decisions. Single-player and online multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 18.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.9% ★, Turn-Based 9.9%, Hex Grid 9.8% ★, Historical 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 4X game that incorporates deckbuilding mechanics to manage your empire's growth.
- #17 Oriental Empires
87% matchVery Positive80% of 2,991 reviews2017
Dev: Shining Pixel StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: 4X 25.6% ★, Turn-Based 14.8%, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Historical 11.9%, Military 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A historical 4X game set in ancient China that emphasizes large-scale warfare and cultural development.
- #18 Songs of Conquest
84% matchVery Positive86% of 13,308 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 48.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Tactical 13.3%, Turn-Based Combat 10.6%, Strategy 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that blends classic 4X exploration with tactical combat and city management.
- #19 Aggressors: Ancient Rome
85% matchVery Positive83% of 280 reviews2018
Dev: Kubat SoftwarePub: Kube Games
Windows
A mix of deep gameplay and rich historical flavor, Aggressors: Ancient Rome lets you relive history as the ruler of one of the mighty civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Choose one of twenty available factions and conquer the world.
Why similar: 4X 26.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Historical 12.1%, Military 9.2%, Turn-Based 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A detailed 4X strategy game focused on the military and economic challenges of the ancient Mediterranean.
- #20 Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
84% matchVery Positive82% of 17,446 reviews2018
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 19.9 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 29% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Turn-Based 11.4%, Hex Grid 10.9% ★, Grand Strategy 10.6% ★
Why You'll Like It: A pure 4X experience that strips away diplomacy to focus entirely on combat, expansion, and resource management.
- #21 Master of Orion
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 8,131 reviews2016
Dev: NGD StudiosPub: Wargaming Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 101.8 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 56.3% ★, Turn-Based 17.8%, Strategy 13.6%, Grand Strategy 7.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic space 4X title that defined many of the mechanics found in modern turn-based strategy games.
- #22 Interstellar Space: Genesis
82% matchVery Positive84% of 825 reviews2019
Dev: Praxis Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!
Why similar: 4X 28.2% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Turn-Based 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Diplomacy 9.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: A traditional space 4X game that emphasizes exploration and empire-building mechanics.
- #23 Age of History II
81% matchVery Positive90% of 49,603 reviews2018
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 61.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Age of History II is a grand strategy wargame that is simple to learn yet hard to master.Your objective is to use military tactics and cunning diplomacy to either unify the world, or conquer it.Will the world bleed out or bow before you? The choice is yours..
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, Historical 13.7%, War 11.7%, Diplomacy 10.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that covers the entire span of human history with a focus on map-based conquest.
- #24 Pax Nova
82% matchMixed56% of 449 reviews2020
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as dangers. Build cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space.
Why similar: 4X 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, Diplomacy 14% ★, Turn-Based 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi 4X game that allows for exploration of both planets and space, similar to the scope of Millennia.
- #25 Total War: WARHAMMER III
79% matchMostly Positive70% of 143,427 reviews2022
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 151.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 39.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.3%, War 15.9%, Strategy 10.8%, Tactical 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Blends turn-based grand strategy with real-time tactical battles, offering a massive scale of conquest.
- #26 Making History: The First World War
81% matchMixed67% of 114 reviews2021
Dev: Factus Games
Windows · Linux
A turn-based WWI Grand Strategy game. Rush to field new modern weaponry and survive the horrendous attrition battles. Join the global conflict between the Great Powers of the age and forge a new world order for freedom or tyranny.
Why similar: 4X 15.3% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Turn-Based 9.5%, Historical 8.8%, Alternate History 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses on the economic and military complexities of the early 20th century.
- #27 ENDLESS™ Space 2
79% matchVery Positive83% of 22,888 reviews2017
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
ENDLESS™ Space 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS™ Universe. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?
Why similar: Strategy 69.9%, 4X 14% ★, Grand Strategy 4.5% ★, Turn-Based 4.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi 4X game with deep faction-specific mechanics and a strong focus on technological progression.
- #28 ENDLESS™ Legend 2
77% matchVery Positive84% of 2,525 reviews2025
Dev: AMPLITUDE StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.
Why similar: 4X 16.9% ★, Diplomacy 13.2% ★, Grand Strategy 13.2% ★, Turn-Based 8.3%, Historical 7.3%
- #29 Galactic Civilizations III
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,376 reviews2015
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.
Why similar: 4X 27.4% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Hex Grid 14.4% ★, Turn-Based 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive space 4X game known for its deep ship designer and extensive diplomatic options.
- #30 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
78% matchMixed48% of 55,216 reviews2025
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.1 hrsMean: 45.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Lead empires that evolve or endure through the Ages. Build something you believe in with Sid Meier's Civilization® VII.
Why similar: 4X 15.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Diplomacy 13.2% ★, Alternate History 7.7%, Historical 7.2%
- #31 Ara History Untold: Anniversary Edition
78% matchMixed70% of 2,225 reviews2024
Dev: Oxide GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history.
Why similar: 4X 24.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Diplomacy 14.2% ★, Alternate History 13.5%, Historical 8.8%
- #32 Europa Universalis V
76% matchMixed69% of 28,382 reviews2025
Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 50.7 hrsMean: 103.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 18.7% ★, Grand Strategy 17.3% ★, Diplomacy 16.8% ★, Alternate History 11.5%, Historical 9.6%
- #33 Heart of the Machine
75% matchVery Positive92% of 1,968 reviews2026
Dev: Arcen GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: 4X 20.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Diplomacy 17.7% ★, Alternate History 11.4%, Historical 10%
- #34 Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
74% matchVery Positive89% of 16,795 reviews2026
Dev: UnfrozenPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 19% ★, Grand Strategy 15.1% ★, Turn-Based 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.7%, Historical 8.2%
- #35 Rebel Inc: Escalation
76% matchVery Positive82% of 7,279 reviews2021
Dev: Ndemic CreationsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.
Why similar: 4X 17.7% ★, Diplomacy 14% ★, Grand Strategy 13.9% ★, Alternate History 9.2%, Historical 7.8%
- #36 Imperiums: Greek Wars
77% matchVery Positive86% of 541 reviews2020
Dev: Kube Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Unique combination of turn-based 4X and historical grand strategy with a mythological twist. Explore the ancient world and build a world leading civilization. Survive, expand, conquer... and win!
Why similar: 4X 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 13.2% ★, Diplomacy 10.5% ★, Alternate History 9%, Political 7.6% ★
- #37 Age of Wonders: Planetfall
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,617 reviews2019
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.
Why similar: 4X 26.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Hex Grid 9.8% ★, Economy 9.2%
- #38 Yield! Fall of Rome
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 261 reviews2025
Dev: BillionworldsPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Forge your Kingdom amidst the Ruins of Rome in this turn-based 4X strategy game! As the world crumbles, rebuild civilization and shape your people’s destiny. Unleash your strategic prowess, conquer provinces, and crush all who stand in your way.
Why similar: 4X 20.6% ★, Grand Strategy 13.7% ★, Turn-Based 10.8%, Hex Grid 10.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8.8%
- #39 World Warfare & Economics
74% matchMixed61% of 677 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: 4X 20.1% ★, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Political 9.6% ★, Economy 7.8%
- #40 Warnament
70% matchVery Positive85% of 439 reviews2025
Dev: Luden.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based grand strategy game, simple for newbies yet challenging for masters. As the leader of a nation, you will conquer territories and advance in military, technology, culture, or politics. Choose from historical scenarios or create your own with an editor.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.9% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Turn-Based 13.1%, Political 11.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%
- #41 Nova Roma
68% matchVery Positive95% of 1,833 reviews2026
Dev: Lion ShieldPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The glory of Rome is at your fingertips in this city-building game where you must appease the gods, enact laws, and develop complex supply chains to meet the needs of your citizens.
Why similar: 4X 22.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21% ★, Diplomacy 18.2% ★, Historical 11.9%, Economy 10.6%
- #42 Making History: The Second World War
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 286 reviews2018
Dev: Factus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Choose a nation and prepare for the greatest conflict in human history, World War II. Build your military and industrial power, form alliances and race to achieve the advanced technologies that will bring total victory in this global-wide turn-based Grand Strategy struggle.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 15.4% ★, 4X 14.3% ★, Turn-Based 10.6%, Historical 8.9%, War 8.7%
- #43 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
68% matchVery Positive91% of 25,891 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 73.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Build a soviet republic from an impoverished country into a rich industrial superpower in a city builder with intricate production chains and a fully simulated global economy. Manage the lives of your citizens from education to work and party loyalty to criminal activity.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.8% ★, 4X 16.7% ★, Diplomacy 14.2% ★, Historical 11.6%, Economy 10.7%
- #44 Sid Meier's Civilization® V
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 209,586 reviews2010
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.9 hrsMean: 124.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, 4X 17.1% ★, Turn-Based 14.3%, Historical 9.7%, Grand Strategy 8.2% ★
- #45 Rogue State Revolution
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 533 reviews2021
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.Pub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Greetings your Excellency. Time to rebuild, reform and prepare for new challenges in the People's Republic of Basenji. In this thrilling political strategy, you will appoint ministers and lead the country to success. Be careful — you may find yourself replaced in the next election.
Why similar: 4X 16.6% ★, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Diplomacy 11.4% ★, Political 9.6% ★, Turn-Based 9.2%
- #46 Anno 117: Pax Romana
69% matchMixed70% of 11,936 reviews2025
Dev: Ubisoft MainzPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 13.8 hrsMean: 25.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Shape the Roman Empire in this genre-defining strategic builder game. Build cities while expanding your influence through Roman provinces. Govern using your economic prowess, diplomatic skills, or military might.
Why similar: Economy 22.3%, Political 21.1% ★, Historical 19.6%, Strategy 13.1%, Simulation 10.1%
- #47 Making History: The Great War
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 454 reviews2015
Dev: Muzzy Lane SoftwarePub: Factus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The Great War is a turn-based grand strategy game based on the epic struggles of the WWI era. Experience the battles of attrition and punishing artillery barrages. Play as any nation of the period as the modern world of industrialized warfare replaces an age of kings with a struggle of ideologies.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, 4X 11.9% ★, Historical 9.4%, Alternate History 8.7%, War 8.4%
- #48 Empires of the Undergrowth
67% matchVery Positive94% of 17,871 reviews2024
Dev: Slug DiscoPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Command swarms of warriors at an unprecedented scale of warfare in this blend of RTS and base-building. Lead ant colonies against the many fearsome threats of the insect world, while building intricate nests, developing pheromone-based tactics, and evolving to meet growing dangers.
Why similar: 4X 20.6% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Alternate History 12%, Historical 10.1%
- #49 Demise of Nations
71% matchVery Positive82% of 546 reviews2017
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
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 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Hex Grid 12% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%, Turn-Based 9.1%
- #50 Age of History 3
67% matchVery Positive85% of 17,831 reviews2024
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Grand strategy wargame where the destiny of Civilizations rests in your hands - will they stand united under your leadership or fall divided in conflict? Journey through the entire saga of human civilization, from its earliest days to the futuristic era, crafting your legacy age by age.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.1% ★, Diplomacy 23% ★, Alternate History 17.5%, Economy 11.1%, War 8.9%
- #51 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!
Why similar: 4X 19.3% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Alternate History 10.6%, Historical 9.8%
- #52 Hearts of Iron IV
67% matchVery Positive90% of 365,658 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 31.0 hrsMean: 296.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25% ★, Alternate History 12.7%, Historical 12.4%, War 12%, Diplomacy 11% ★
- #53 ENDLESS™ Space - Definitive Edition
70% matchVery Positive81% of 9,577 reviews2012
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 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 42.7% ★, Turn-Based 15.7%, Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Diplomacy 6.4% ★
- #54 From Village to Empire
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: Witch Laboratory
Windows · Linux
From Village to Empire is an indie turn based strategy game with a historical setting. Build cities, research technologies, and train units to discover new lands and conquer the world!
Why similar: 4X 23.6% ★, Hex Grid 13.1% ★, Turn-Based 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, Historical 9.2%
- #55 Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization
69% matchVery Positive87% of 1,534 reviews2008
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game experience in which players will lead a European...
Why similar: 4X 31.2% ★, Turn-Based 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, Historical 12.7%, Strategy 10.5%
- #56 Politon
66% 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 26.6% ★, Grand Strategy 16.2% ★, Hex Grid 14.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Alternate History 11.1%
- #57 Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™
69% matchMixed60% of 23,044 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 27.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Grand Strategy 11.9% ★, Hex Grid 9.1% ★
- #58 Star Dynasties
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 496 reviews2021
Dev: Pawley GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.2% ★, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Political 13.1% ★, Turn-Based 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%
- #59 Pride of Nations
71% matchMixed49% of 137 reviews2011
Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Pride of Nations is a turn-based historical strategy game set in the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country and guides it through industrialization, military conquest, and colonization.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.4% ★, Turn-Based 17.4%, Historical 14.6%, Strategy 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%