- #1 Fortain
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ainspire
Windows
Build your castle, grow your economy, and raise a mighty army in this medieval strategy game. Manage resources, train Mamluk warriors, raid enemy camps, and defend against barbarian attacks. Can you amass enough glory to conquer the Horde Fortress?
Why similar: RTS 24.5%, City Builder 22.3%, Strategy 17.3%, Simulation 16.6%, Destruction 8.4%
- #2 Escape Matrix
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Andrei Serbanescu
Windows
Escape Matrix is a first-person logic puzzle and escape room game. Trapped in an abstract reality, you must find, carry, and place mathematical symbols to complete calculus equations on the walls. Reconstruct the formulas, unlock the security doors, and escape the simulation!
Why similar: RTS 27.6%, Strategy 21.6%, Simulation 20.1%, Life Sim 17.3%, Casual 8.4%
- #3 Battlefleet Engineer
95% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2017
Dev: Tomi Syväjärvi
Windows
Engineer spaceships, compose fleets and command them in in real-time battles. All ships are completely defined by their module composition. Achieve victory with brilliant command on the battlefield and by engineering it into your fleet.
Why similar: RTS 38.8%, Strategy 30.8%, Simulation 27.3%, Indie 3.1%
- #4 Cultures - 8th Wonder of the World
94% matchVery Positive83% of 522 reviews2015
Dev: Funatics SoftwarePub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Solve the mystery surrounding the 8th Wonder of the World with your heroes and banish evil from the Earth! Play this RTS-Classic.
Why similar: Strategy 33.5%, RTS 31.4%, City Builder 31%, Economy 4.1%
- #5 Conan Unconquered
94% matchMixed68% of 1,863 reviews2019
Dev: PetroglyphPub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
From the Command & Conquer veterans at Petroglyph comes the first ever survival RTS set in the savage world of Conan the Barbarian. Play solo or team up in multiplayer in Conan Unconquered’s action-packed co-op Mode where you build a shared stronghold and fend off the hordes together.
Why similar: RTS 32.3%, Strategy 25.7%, City Builder 22.4%, Destruction 9.2%, Simulation 8.8%
- #6 Construction Company
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Single Game Production
Windows
Your grandfather's construction company is now in your hands. Take over a business burdened by debt and lead it to success. Hire workers, build crews, purchase equipment, complete contracts, expand your office, and turn the company into a thriving construction empire.
Why similar: City Builder 26%, RTS 25.7%, Strategy 21.9%, Simulation 21.3%, Economy 4.5%
- #7 Convenience Stories
91% matchVery Positive93% of 300 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Customize your own store with a wide variety of products and business goals.
Why similar: RTS 23.5%, Simulation 19.7%, Strategy 18%, City Builder 16.1%, Life Sim 12.4%
- #8 Armor Clash 3
91% matchMixed54% of 156 reviews2019
Dev: Windforce
Windows · Mac · Linux
Armor Clash 3 is an old-school modern warfare RTS game with base building and navies. There are 3 factions with unique units, buildings and technology systems. There are both skirmish and challenge modes. The battle is fast-paced, with realistic graphics and physical effects, and the performance is also optimized.
Why similar: Strategy 35.6%, RTS 33.3%, Simulation 27.8%, Indie 3.3%
- #9 Forged Battalion
90% matchMixed58% of 1,113 reviews2018
Dev: Petroglyph
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 55.8%, Strategy 25.3%, Simulation 16.4%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #10 Mega Mall Story 2
89% matchVery Positive95% of 167 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A brand new business sim! Build cafés, movie theaters, aquariums, and more!
Why similar: RTS 24.9%, Simulation 19.6%, Life Sim 15.9%, City Builder 15.9%, Strategy 15.7%
- #11 Mountain Madness
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matthew ProctorPub: Imagineering Studios
Windows
Mountain Madness is a chilled, stylized role playing game where you lead a team of climbers and helpers as they travel towards the summit of mountains around the world!
Why similar: City Builder 26.6%, RTS 24.1%, Strategy 22.2%, Life Sim 16.6%, Simulation 6.3%
- #12 Loop Firefighters
87% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Darius games
Windows
Save homes, plan your tactics on the circular track and build a deck of abilities as Loop Firefighters combines deckbuilding with strategic decision making on a procedural city loop.
Why similar: RTS 24.7%, City Builder 19.7%, Strategy 17.7%, Simulation 17%, Card Game 16.3%
- #13 Roadworks 2
88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Taxsoft
Windows
City building real time strategy economy simulation game. Manage the resources on the map and build a city connected through road networks of different types of road so that you can meet production targets.
Why similar: City Builder 28.4%, RTS 24.3%, Strategy 19.9%, Simulation 14.7%, Economy 9.7%
- #14 Ordo Et Chao: New World
86% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Kobold Workforce Studios
Windows
Inspired by famed series like "The Settlers", "Battle for Middle-Earth", "Anno" and "Age of Empires", Ordo Et Chao is a solo-player strategy game combining elements of real time strategy, resource management and city building.
Why similar: Strategy 36.2%, RTS 31.9%, City Builder 31.9%
- #15 Lumber Tycoon Island
84% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: Gamesforgames
Windows
One axe. A whole island. A logging empire.
Why similar: RTS 38.5%, Strategy 18.9%, Simulation 18.1%, Casual 11.2%, Colorful 5.6%
- #16 Civitas Nova
86% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: SASTE Software
Windows
About Civitias Nova: Build, manage, research and create the largest army to expand your influence from a single village to an empire or try the peaceful way. The choice is yours.
Why similar: Strategy 37.6%, Simulation 31.3%, RTS 27.6%, Indie 3.6%
- #17 Armor Clash II
85% matchMixed61% of 116 reviews2017
Dev: Windforce
Windows · Mac · Linux
Armor Clash II is an old-school RTS game, with classic features like base building, modern armors and navies etc. 2 factions and sub-factions for each one, from high tech stealth destroyers to hardcore battleships. In Skirmishes players build base from the start, while in the Random Generated Mission, fast paced combats start immediately.
Why similar: RTS 39.3%, Strategy 33.3%, Simulation 27.4%
- #18 City Life 2008
84% matchVery Positive81% of 254 reviews2008
Dev: Monte CristoPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Construct the city of the 21st Century with City Life! City Life 2008 Edition is a next-generation City Builder. Its 3D game engine provides a level of detail and animation unprecedented in the City Builder genre, with total freedom of construction.
Why similar: City Builder 41.9%, Strategy 30.3%, Simulation 27.8%
- #19 Bastide
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 355 reviews2020
Dev: MedievalNexus
Windows
Build. Survive. Thrive. Bastide is a 13th-century city-building strategy game where you transform a vulnerable peasant village into a fortified town. Manage your workforce and protect your people from the constant threats of starvation, disease, winter, and bandits.
Why similar: City Builder 34.4%, Strategy 30.2%, Simulation 24.9%, Casual 7.9%, Indie 2.5%
- #20 Survival Era
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DENG BIN
Windows
Era of Survival is a turn-based strategy survival game blending resource management and 攻防 (offensive-defensive) gameplay. As a frontier settler, you’ll build a wilderness stronghold and fend off 30 waves of relentless enemies, proving your strategic skill through shrewd tactics.
Why similar: RTS 28.6%, Strategy 22.6%, Simulation 21.1%, Card Game 14.7%, Casual 8.8%
- #21 Model Railway Millionaire
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Redbrick Studios Ltd
Windows
Model railway builder with economy simulation. Edit the terrain, build the track, and place all the highly detailed objects to create exciting model railway layouts! Deliver food and row materials to the cities to earn money and expand your world! Be a model railway millionaire!
Why similar: City Builder 27.2%, Strategy 22%, Simulation 21.2%, Life Sim 17.1%, Economy 5.3%
- #22 Knights Province
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Krom Stern
Windows
Real-Time Strategy game focused around town-building and resource management
Why similar: Strategy 36.1%, RTS 31.8%, City Builder 29.2%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #23 Tribes of the Ridge
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lukáš Anděl
Windows · Mac
Lead your tribe in this minimalistic 2D side-scrolling strategy and resource management game. Transform a small settlement into a thriving civilization. Build efficient production chains, discover new occupations, and construct advanced buildings!
Why similar: RTS 36.5%, Strategy 19.6%, City Builder 16.3%, Simulation 12.6%, Minimalist 4.5%
- #24 SimCity™ 3000 Unlimited
78% matchVery Positive84% of 777 reviews2024
Dev: MaxisPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 31%
SimCity 3000 Unlimited brings you the classic strategy gaming of SimCity 3000 with all-new scenarios that open up a whole world of city planning and building possibilities! The thrills of the classic SimCity 3000 are here again!
Why similar: City Builder 42.5%, Simulation 26.3%, Strategy 23.6%, Casual 6.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #25 Majesty 2
80% matchMixed69% of 1,297 reviews2009
Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the kingdom Ardania. At your service are your loyal and somewhat obnoxious subordinates, who have their own minds about how things should be done. In fact, Majesty is the only game where your heroes decide on their own what should be done and when, leaving you to try to control them through...
Why similar: Strategy 36.6%, RTS 25.7%, Simulation 24.5%, City Builder 11.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #26 Escape the End
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Damaged Development Studio
Windows
Lead survivors through a crumbling city, building a thriving colony amidst chaos. Manage resources, construct buildings and defences, and deploy units to protect your people. Every decision shapes your colony's fate in this strategic survival management game.
Why similar: RTS 25.4%, City Builder 25.3%, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 19.9%, Destruction 8.5%
- #27 Cheaters Blackjack 21
79% matchMostly Negative34% of 29 reviews2016
Dev: BlackOpzFXPub: BlackOpzFX Labs
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
CHEATERS BLACKJACK 21 adds the ‘Cheating’ twist to the classic game. Play 100% Fair or against Cheating CPU opponents to Win Match Play. Compete against Players Worldwide to Post the Best Match Totals. 6 Exciting Blackjack Game Modes.
Why similar: Strategy 34.4%, Simulation 31.5%, Card Game 22.1%, Casual 12.1%
- #28 Cultures - Northland
78% matchVery Positive83% of 692 reviews2015
Dev: Funatics SoftwarePub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The Vikings are back! Get this RTS classic!
Why similar: City Builder 37.8%, RTS 31.7%, Strategy 29.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #29 Chinese Empire: Prologue
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: YeyunaPub: G11 S.A.
Windows
Chinese Empire is an economic city-building strategy taking place in the picturesque areas of China. The prologue will introduce you to the world of Chinese Empire!
Why similar: City Builder 31.1%, Strategy 20.9%, RTS 18.9%, Simulation 16.9%, Economy 7.9%
- #30 Community Inc
77% matchMostly Negative40% of 199 reviews2017
Dev: T4 InteractivePub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
As a new Manager, build a happy community and trade with other races... for profit. Yes, that's right, we need their happiness so we can power up our portals. The Lings, your workers, will obey you and help you with your village. But beware, they can cause a lot of problems too.
Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, City Builder 32.2%, Simulation 31.2%, Indie 3.4%
- #31 Hurricane Abyss
76% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Hurricane Abyss
Windows
It is a space simulation adventure game that combines spacecraft control and planet exploration.
Why similar: RTS 33.8%, Strategy 30.2%, Card Game 22.9%, Casual 9.3%, 2D 3%
- #32 Anno 2070™
75% matchMixed60% of 12,702 reviews2011
Dev: Blue BytePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 10.5 hrsMean: 30.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Build your society of the future, colonize islands, and create sprawling megacities with multitudes of buildings, vehicles, and resources to manage.
Why similar: City Builder 40.4%, Strategy 22.9%, RTS 19.5%, Simulation 10.9%, Economy 5.6%
- #33 Can't Sleep!
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: ADing
Windows
This game is a Single Player Rougelike Deckbuilder includes 2 playable character. Your goal is to reduce their soberness at Night by spending time to play cards. Build and enhance your deck to conquer Insomnia! Also face even more Challenge in Deep Dream Mode where game gets harder everyday!
Why similar: Strategy 23.6%, Simulation 21.9%, Card Game 20.5%, Life Sim 17.6%, Casual 9.1%
- #34 Eufloria 2
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Omni SystemsPub: Omni Systems Publishing
Windows
Eufloria 2 is the sequel to 2009's indie hit "Eufloria", featuring major gameplay additions and innovations, and a powerful level editor. Intergalactic floral conquest has EVOLVED to the next level!
Why similar: RTS 28.9%, Strategy 22.4%, Simulation 20.5%, Life Sim 17.6%, Colorful 4.1%
- #35 Earth Simulator
72% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: Gamesforfarm
Windows
Shape a planet. Watch history unfold.
Why similar: RTS 29.4%, Strategy 23%, Simulation 22.2%, Life Sim 18.3%, Colorful 3.7%
- #36 Life and Debt: A Real Life Simulator
74% matchMixed57% of 30 reviews2018
Dev: Static City Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Life & Debt: A Real Life Simulator is a 2D pixel art game that challenges players to manage their finances and maintain their cashflow while navigating the challenges of new home ownership. Players must also overcome a shopping addiction and make decisions about how to furnish their home.
Why similar: Life Sim 28.1%, Strategy 26.9%, Simulation 25.3%, Casual 9.1%, Economy 6.1%
- #37 4 Civilizations
73% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2020
Dev: Tomas Daugela
Windows
Four Civilisations is an indie game. It brings you back to early civilization times and lets you control the destiny of your civilization. You will compete with 3 other civilizations in the game. You will need to gather resources to advance in science and upgrade your buildings.
Why similar: RTS 33.7%, Strategy 20.5%, Simulation 20.5%, City Builder 17.8%, Multiple Endings 3.2%
- #38 All Quiet Roads
72% matchVery Positive94% of 170 reviews2022
Dev: Scheme StreetPub: Scheme Street, LLC
Windows · Mac
Silence the city. A minimalist logistics puzzle where you untangle traffic jams. No stress. Just flow.
Why similar: City Builder 31.8%, Simulation 27.1%, Strategy 20.5%, Minimalist 15.4%, 2D 2.7%
- #39 Constructor
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 767 reviews2017
Dev: System 3
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
You can’t rise to the top without taking a few others down. If that means engaging in a workplace accidents, dodgy deals, and a shifty trick or two then so be it! You're going to need every trick in the book if you want to go from small-time slumlord to property tycoon!
Why similar: City Builder 36.8%, Strategy 27.7%, Simulation 22.5%, RTS 13%
- #40 Pixel Airport Tycoon
70% match8 user reviews95% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: hans-juergen mueller
Windows
Build your own airport from the ground up! Construct terminals, runways, and refueling stations, manage baggage handling and catering, research new technologies, and expand your grounds. Become the most successful airport manager – tile by tile!
Why similar: City Builder 32.6%, Strategy 28%, Simulation 27.4%, Economy 6%, 2D 4.3%
- #41 Majesty Gold HD
71% matchVery Positive93% of 595 reviews2009
Dev: CyberlorePub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 33%
The High Definition edition of Majesty Gold contains main game, the Northern Expansion Pack as well as 2 new quests and several other graphics and gameplay updates.Majesty is a Real-time strategy game with indirect control – your heroes have a will of their own!
Why similar: Strategy 37.8%, Simulation 27.7%, RTS 21.6%, City Builder 7.2%, Economy 4.9%
- #42 Tile Cities 2
70% matchVery Positive92% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: yevhen8
Windows
City-building experience reimagined as a simple relaxing puzzle game bringing the original Tile Cities to a new level
Why similar: City Builder 28.1%, Strategy 28%, Simulation 23.2%, Casual 10.4%, Minimalist 9.5%
- #43 Wheels&Meals
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SolariiX
Windows · Mac
"Past in DinningHall" is a 2D RPG where players, as students, navigate a Chinese school cafeteria's busy environment to compete for food. The goal is to not only endure until semester's end but also to manage health during cafeteria hours for a balanced diet.
Why similar: RTS 30.9%, Card Game 16.1%, Strategy 15.5%, Life Sim 13.6%, Simulation 11.8%
- #44 Cosmo Magnat
70% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: DeepRootsDevelop
Windows
Enter the world of Cosmic Megapolis, an exciting 3D construction genre game where you will become the architect of your own city in space! Your task is to create a thriving city on an uncharted planet using advanced technologies and innovative building materials.
Why similar: RTS 38.1%, City Builder 37.6%, Strategy 14.6%, Economy 7.2%, Indie 1.7%
- #45 Save Dad's Shop
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lume Games
Windows · Mac
Inherit your late father's failing retro game store and race to pay off an $8,000 bank debt in 90 days. Stock the shelves, set fair prices, hire staff, and keep the regulars happy. Every decision counts. Can you save Dad's shop?
Why similar: City Builder 23.9%, Strategy 20.7%, Simulation 19.2%, Life Sim 17.3%, Casual 8%
- #46 Success
67% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Artem Morarash
Windows
Climb from zero to the top of success! Work, study, start businesses, and build your life in a unique clicker game about the real world.
Why similar: RTS 29.5%, Strategy 21.7%, Simulation 20.9%, Life Sim 18.2%, Minimalist 6.9%
- #47 Mini Estate
67% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Lava Entertainment
Windows
A minimalist game about building skyscrapers.
Why similar: Strategy 31.3%, Simulation 25.2%, City Builder 21.1%, Minimalist 9.8%, Casual 9.2%
- #48 Stronghold 3 Gold
69% matchMostly Negative33% of 4,856 reviews2012
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Set 10 years after the original, Stronghold 3: Gold follows the vengeful story of The Wolf in the third installment of the award-winning castle building series. The Wolf has cheated death become even more bitter and twisted. Build castles, rally your troops and save medieval England!
Why similar: City Builder 30.5%, Strategy 30.3%, RTS 25.1%, Simulation 11.4%, Economy 2%
- #49 Armor Clash
69% matchMixed69% of 85 reviews2015
Dev: Windforce
Windows · Mac · Linux
Armor Clash is an RTS game of modern warfare, containing classic features like base building, unit training etc. Players can pick modern armors such as M1A2, T-14 to form identical legions. With realistic effects and fast paced battle, players will enjoy commanding their armored forces to break down the enemy.
Why similar: RTS 49.4%, Strategy 27.1%, Simulation 20.9%, Indie 2.6%
- #50 Anno 1800
66% matchVery Positive81% of 32,192 reviews2019
Dev: Ubisoft MainzPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 40.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Anno 1800™ – Lead the Industrial Revolution! Welcome to the dawn of the Industrial Age. The path you choose will define your world. Are you an innovator or an exploiter? A conqueror or a liberator? How the world remembers your name is up to you.
Why similar: City Builder 43.5%, Strategy 19%, Simulation 13.6%, RTS 12.9%, Economy 9.3%
- #51 Forebearers
68% matchMixed48% of 109 reviews2019
Dev: Sandspire Interactive
Windows
This city-building strategy game puts you as the chieftain of a tribe driven away from their homeland. Now you must rebuild and defend your tribe from both the elements and your old enemies.
Why similar: City Builder 49.3%, Strategy 26.2%, Simulation 22%, Indie 2.6%
- #52 RESCUE 2: Everyday Heroes
68% matchMixed63% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Fragment Production Ltd.Pub: astragon Sales & Services GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
HOW MANY LIVES WILL YOU SAVE?Experience your city through the eyes of a lifesaver and find out what it means to be a genuine "Everyday Hero"! Keep track of several fire stations, a variety of vehicles, a wide range of equipment and specialized staff so that you're always prepared for anything.
Why similar: Strategy 36.4%, RTS 33.4%, Simulation 28.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #53 Chinese Empire
67% matchMostly Negative39% of 36 reviews2024
Dev: Yeyuna
Windows
Chinese Empire is an economic city-building strategy taking place in the picturesque areas of China. Create your own new empire that will go down in history!
Why similar: City Builder 32.2%, RTS 26.8%, Strategy 16.8%, Simulation 12.5%, Economy 8.6%
- #54 Emergency 2014
68% matchMixed64% of 374 reviews2013
Dev: Sixteen Tons Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
You have command of paramedics, fire brigades, police and disaster relief. Send your teams out on tense real-time missions to deal with disasters in Europe's major centres.
Why similar: Simulation 44%, RTS 33%, Strategy 21.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%