- #1 Star Conqueror 舰队指挥官
97% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MirrorAlice Studio
Windows
Engage in real-time battles with customizable space warships. Explore the galaxy, forge alliances, develop powerful ships, and defeat alien invaders.
Why similar: Wargame 21.6%, 4X 20.7% ★, Trading 12.3%, PvP 9%, Space 8.9%
- #2 StarWay
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: jiahuiJIA
Windows
Technology, Magic, and Immortals collide in a universe torn apart by endless aggression. War is total; even the laws of existence are erased. Lead your fleets to invade worlds across the stars. Your goal is simple: Expand. Conquer. Destroy. Supports LAN & Online Multiplayer (PvP & Co-op).
Why similar: 4X 31.8% ★, Wargame 27.8%, PvP 10.7%, PvE 9.2%, Strategy 5%
- #3 Commander Bug Wars
96% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive into the thrilling clash between humans and cybernetic bugs. Lead your infantry, tanks, aircraft, and ships through intense battles. Use strategy and tactics to outsmart your foes. Every decision shapes the war's outcome. Are you ready for the challenge? Time to eat the Bugs!
Why similar: 4X 24.3% ★, Wargame 22.6%, Strategy RPG 14.9%, Trading 14.1%, PvP 10.2%
- #4 New Stars
95% 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 30.8% ★, Wargame 16.3%, Trading 11%, Space 9.1%, Procedural Generation 8.4%
- #5 Nova: Space Armada
94% matchMixed51% of 251 reviews2024
Dev: STONE3 PTE. LTD.
Windows
An exceptional sci-fi strategy game based on space adventure as its core.
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, Wargame 16.7%, PvP 9.4%, PvE 7.1%, Space 6.7%
- #6 Commander: World War II
94% matchPositive87% of 30 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Commander: World War II is a turn-based tactical game where you lead either the Allies or the Axis to victory. Deploy infantry, tanks, planes, and naval units, capture locations, use the terrain, and counter specialized units in intense battles. Design your own maps and dominate the battlefield.
Why similar: 4X 41% ★, Strategy RPG 22.6%, Wargame 20.4%, Strategy 9%, Top-Down 4.8%
- #7 WARONOMY
92% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Aventine Legends
Windows
Waronomy is a deceptively simple, yet highly strategic turn-based conquest wargame set in a medieval fantasy world, where strategy is everything: raise armies, empower heroes, forge elite stacks, and annihilate rival warlords until every castle on the map is yours.
Why similar: 4X 39.8% ★, Wargame 24.9%, PvP 8.2%, PvE 7.2%, Strategy 7.1%
- #8 Lords of Kingdoms
93% matchMixed43% of 88 reviews2018
Dev: ThankGame.com
Windows
Lords of Kingdoms is a multiplayer online war game. Turn your small castle into a mighty fortress and become ruler of the greatest realm.
Why similar: 4X 52% ★, Wargame 38.2%, Strategy 7.3%, PvP 1.4%, RPG 0.7%
- #9 Doomsday: Last Survivors
91% matchMixed65% of 895 reviews2023
Dev: IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 100.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Z-Virus Adventure upgrade! Defend the survivors' last shelter from the zombies!
Why similar: 4X 35.6% ★, Strategy RPG 22.2%, Wargame 21.9%, Strategy 8.9%, PvP 6.4%
- #10 Viking Rise
91% matchMixed69% of 934 reviews2024
Dev: IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 88.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Win a limited Castle Skin and precious decor in the season's grand celebration!
Why similar: 4X 33% ★, Wargame 23.2%, Strategy RPG 19.4%, PvP 7.9%, RPG 5.9%
- #11 Sovereign Stars
90% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: KYDEN
Windows
Build your galactic empire, conquer planets and emerge as the last player standing in this real-time strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 36.4% ★, Wargame 24%, Economy 8.8%, Top-Down 6.1%, Space 6%
- #12 OpenFront
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Evan PellegriniPub: OpenFront Inc
Windows · Mac · Linux
OpenFront is an intense PvP battle-royale where hundreds clash on a vast map, forging alliances, amassing wealth, and unleashing nuclear strikes to dominate the world.
Why similar: 4X 35% ★, Wargame 26.5%, Economy 10.8%, PvE 6.9%, PvP 6.6%
- #13 Moons That Belong
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: v4.games
Windows
Embark on a journey of strategy and domination in Moons That Belong, a 2D space strategy game that challenges your tactical prowess. Command your fleet, conquer planets, and outsmart your opponents in this visually captivating and intellectually engaging adventure.
Why similar: 4X 39% ★, Space 12.5%, Procedural Generation 11.6%, PvE 9.1%, PvP 9.1%
- #14 We Will Be Gods
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cult of the North
Windows
We Will Be Gods is a free-to-play strategy war game on a massive scale. Large kingdoms of players must work together to face-off against other player-owned kingdoms, battling it out in massive, months-long wars in a bid to attain godhood and ultimate victory.
Why similar: 4X 32.5% ★, Wargame 23.4%, Strategy RPG 19.9%, Action RPG 9.6%, PvP 8.2%
- #15 Solar Wave
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SavGus Studio
Windows
A large-scale 4X strategy game with indirect control and a focus on simulating a space empire. Capture systems, develop your economy and logistics, call up hundreds of powerful fleets and watch them incinerate enemies of the Solar Empire.
Why similar: 4X 36.2% ★, Wargame 22.3%, Space 11.9%, Economy 9.6%, Procedural Generation 7.3%
- #16 Rivers of Chaos
87% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Bugarug GamesPub: Burgarug Games
Windows
Conquer the galaxy in this cinematic, battle-simulator. Each playthrough offering a completely unique galaxy, over 100 total specialized ships to command, and distinct commanders to lead your people. Pick your favorite faction and lead your forces into a dynamically generated battlefield.
Why similar: 4X 35.4% ★, Wargame 23%, Space 13.2%, PvE 9.7%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #17 TerraMartis4x
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LeBroGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
For gamers who love Master of Orion and Homeworld but want something new and different. For gamers with a small time budget. A lightweight fresh take on the space 4x game genre about the war between Terra and Mars.
Why similar: 4X 40.9% ★, Wargame 26.2%, Space 7.8%, Top-Down 6.9%, Strategy 6.6%
- #18 荒野国度 LEGENDS OF THE WILD
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 圆桌工作室Pub: 瓦弄游戏
Windows
Recruit animal heroes, understand their attributes and create your own team Conquer land with your allies, make rational use of all resources on the continent, and defeat enemies from other faction Step by step, move towards the center of the continent, and finally seize the heart of the world.
Why similar: 4X 49.7% ★, Wargame 28.4%, Strategy 11.6%, PvP 10.3%
- #19 War and Magic: Kingdom Reborn
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GOAT Games
Windows
A free 4X wargame combining real-time and turn-based tactical gameplay. Quick strategy game that’s easy to pick up, but winning depends on your strategy!
Why similar: 4X 38.6% ★, Wargame 24.7%, Strategy RPG 15%, Strategy 8%, RPG 7.4%
- #20 War and Empires: 4X RTS Battle
84% matchMostly Negative38% of 41 reviews2022
Dev: DOWNJOY HK
Windows
War and Empires is a war strategy game set in the Middle Ages. It tells a story about the ferocious barbarians continued to expand into the empire's territory and occupied the holy city symbolizing imperial power in the dark ages!
Why similar: 4X 46.3% ★, Wargame 30.2%, Strategy 9.9%, PvP 9.3%, Combat 4.3%
- #21 The Qin Empire
83% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: MAX GAME PTE. LTD.
Windows
真·春秋戦国戦略SLG―中国史上最もドラマチックな時代が舞台! 名もなき小国の人物から成長し、春秋時代の戦国武将を集め、領土を広げ、他のプレイヤーや味方と同盟を結んで共に戦い、戦略と知恵を駆使して始皇帝の如く天下を制覇しよう! いざ出陣だ!これは、始皇帝へとつながる戦乱!
Why similar: 4X 45.7% ★, Strategy RPG 22.8%, Wargame 20.8%, Strategy 10.7%
- #22 The Last Exodus
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Logos Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Turn-based tactical strategy with massive capital ships, frigates, gunships and fighter squads. Gather resources, research technologies, design and expand your fleet. Destroy your enemies. Single player and multi player mode, hot seat mod also available.
Why similar: 4X 31.9% ★, Wargame 27.7%, PvP 13.3%, PvE 12%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #23 Station Commander
82% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Ben Marks Game Studios
Windows
Station Commander is an economy strategy game that has you take control of a futuristic space station. Your goal is to build ships, gather resources, and trade with neighboring planets to upgrade your station and ships. Upgrading your station gives you access to better ships and ship abilities.
Why similar: 4X 28.8% ★, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Economy 10.3%, PvE 8.7%, Action RPG 8.5%
- #24 A Right to Rule
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WildSyeGames
Windows
A medieval isometric strategy game where you manage regional economies, sway faction loyalties, and use cards to influence politics, production, and warfare.
Why similar: 4X 46.1% ★, Wargame 18.1%, Economy 15.2%, Strategy 10.2%, Trading 8.8%
- #25 Uciana
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Birdshel, LLC
Windows
Explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate in this sci-fi 4X turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 53.9% ★, Strategy 12.4%, Space 10.4%, Procedural Generation 10%, Sci-fi 8.2%
- #26 Castle Empire
79% matchMixed54% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: HaoPlay Limited
Windows
Empire falls eventually. Build your own empire and conquer the world.
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, Wargame 21.7%, Strategy RPG 18%, RPG 6.3%, Top-Down 5.8%
- #27 Pennon and Battle
78% matchMixed69% of 182 reviews2025
Dev: PB StudioPub: Luckycalf
Windows
"Pennon and Battle" is a turn-based strategy war game. As a lord, you will play a crucial role in the revival of the kingdom! Lead heroes and armies to expand territory in Ruachland, utilize tactics and magic to eliminate enemy forces, and create your own legend!
Why similar: 4X 36.2% ★, Wargame 20.2%, Strategy RPG 18.3%, PvP 11.3%, Strategy 5.3%
- #28 Mayhem Intergalactic
81% matchMixed50% of 28 reviews2009
Dev: Inventive Dingo
Windows
Wage war on your friends and enemies in this simple and engaging strategy game. Easy to learn and quick to play, Mayhem Intergalactic is surprisingly strategic. Play against the computer, or duke it out with friends over the internet. The universe shall be yours!
Why similar: 4X 40% ★, PvP 15.5%, Procedural Generation 11.3%, Space 9.9%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #29 Eternity Protectors
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Underway Gaming Studio
Windows
20 minutes session Hero Defense: Shoot, dodge, summon, run, defend, die, respawn, unlock new characters, replay. Have fun.
Why similar: Wargame 31.9%, Strategy RPG 22.1%, PvE 14%, Action RPG 13.3%, RPG 7.6%
- #30 Deformity
78% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Andrey Larionenko
Windows
Deformity is a turn-based fantasy strategy about a world dominated by sins.
Why similar: 4X 37% ★, Wargame 23.2%, PvP 12.7%, PvE 8.4%, Strategy 6.5%
- #31 Pixel Imperium
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tuki Byte
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play a grand strategy game in any world you want, on land or in space. Import real maps, play a procedurely generated world, or hand-draw your own fictional universe. Then lead your faction to domination by managing its economy, diplomacy, and military.
Why similar: 4X 39.9% ★, Wargame 21.4%, PvE 8.7%, Exploration 7.5%, Strategy 6.7%
- #32 Tachyon Wars
76% 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 45.7% ★, Space 14.6%, Wargame 12.7%, Strategy 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.3%
- #33 Space Imperia 4X
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Breich Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A faithful digital adaptation of the acclaimed board game Space Empires 4X by GMT Games, beloved by wargamers for almost two decades. Command the rise of your civilization and the fall of others, all in one to two hours.
Why similar: 4X 32.7% ★, Wargame 30.5%, PvP 14.4%, Space 7.5%, Sci-fi 5.5%
- #34 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
77% 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 62.9% ★, Space 15.5%, Strategy 12.6%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #35 StarDrive
76% 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 63.2% ★, Space 17.4%, Strategy 11.3%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #36 Clash of Stars
73% matchMixed52% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Star Magic
Windows
MMO Real-time strategy star game.
Why similar: 4X 37.1% ★, Wargame 28.3%, PvP 11.7%, Space 8.2%, Strategy 5.5%
- #37 Foundation: Galactic Frontier
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FunPlus International AG
Windows
Command Asimov's OFFICIAL Foundation universe! Live the life as an interstellar trader to exploit your trade routes! Build your starship home, crush enemies in explosive shootouts & outsmart rivals with fleet strategies in epic space wars - with new content expanding your saga!
Why similar: 4X 35.7% ★, Trading 16.4%, Space 12.3%, PvP 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #38 Orium
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: oStairs
Windows
Aboard your ship, exterminate your enemies, exploit planets and weave your enterprise across the stars of a dying procedural galaxy. Orium is a Lovecraftian space roguelite, infused with streamlined 4X elements.
Why similar: 4X 36.1% ★, Strategy RPG 22%, Procedural Generation 9.2%, Exploration 8.9%, Space 7.9%
- #39 Space Empires IV Deluxe
75% 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 66.1% ★, Strategy 13.2%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #40 Godzilla x Kong: Titan Chasers
71% matchMixed49% of 119 reviews2025
Dev: Hunted Cow GamesPub: Tilting Point
Windows · Mac
Hunt, capture, and command the monsters of the Monsterverse. Build your base, recruit elite Titan Chasers, and lead squads into tactical turn-based battles. Expand your territory in a shared online world, forge alliances, and face colossal threats like Godzilla, Kong, and Skullcrawlers.
Why similar: 4X 35.6% ★, Strategy RPG 22.4%, PvP 14%, PvE 12%, Sci-fi 6.5%
- #41 Dominus - Multiplayer Sim Turn Based Strategy
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: dc1ab
Windows · Mac
Dominus is a turn-based tactics and strategy game with a unique twist. Inspired by strategy legends like Civilization, Dominus focuses that epic 'just one more turn' gameplay into rapid multiplayer mayhem lasting from 5 minute squad battles to epic half-hour struggles between empires.
Why similar: 4X 35% ★, Wargame 22.5%, PvP 11.9%, Economy 9.5%, Online Co-Op 7.7%
- #42 Master of Orion 3
74% 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 71.6% ★, Strategy 14.4%, Space 9.4%, Sci-fi 4.5%
- #43 The Sons of Earth
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Michael Calloway
Windows
An asymmetric hex wargame about occupation and insurgency. Command the alien Verkhan Empire pacifying a human world — or the fractured Sons of Earth fighting to reclaim it.
Why similar: Wargame 37.1%, PvP 14.8%, Space 14.4%, PvE 11.7%, Strategy 7.2%
- #44 Zombiflux: Sleepless War
71% matchMostly Negative35% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: EGGTART
Windows
Survive and create your own civilization!
Why similar: 4X 40.5% ★, Wargame 27.5%, PvP 10.7%, Strategy 9.6%, RPG 7.8%
- #45 Drox Operative
72% matchVery Positive90% of 321 reviews2014
Dev: Soldak Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Drox Operative is a starship action RPG with warring alien races, fierce space battles, a dynamic, evolving galaxy, and co-op multiplayer for Windows and Mac.Eons ago the Drox ruled the galaxy through their mighty Operatives. These elite starship captains were trained to accomplish the impossible at whatever cost necessary.
Why similar: Space 22.8%, 4X 22.2% ★, Action RPG 20.8%, Procedural Generation 11.9%, RPG 11%
- #46 深空之劫
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 广州格零互娱科技有限公司
Windows
Cosmic Doom: Calamity' is a real-time strategy game set against the backdrop of a spiritual energy revival. The game presents a dynamic battlefield rich in strategic depth and engaging gameplay, centred on authentic real-time combat, complemented by large-scale warfare.
Why similar: Wargame 36.1%, Strategy RPG 17.6%, PvP 14.7%, PvE 11.7%, Strategy 6.5%
- #47 Lands of Achra
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UlfsirePub: Slouching Beast LLC
Windows
Lands of Achra is a dark fantasy strategy game of a lost age. Build a customized force as a hero, monster or nation, fight your enemies in brutal autobattles and strive to vanquish the procedurally generated world. Seek glory, against all who struggle upon the distorted earth...
Why similar: 4X 47.2% ★, Wargame 24.2%, Strategy 10.6%, Procedural Generation 5.9%, PvE 5.4%
- #48 Orbit Economica
69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Phoenix SmithPub: Parallel Games
Windows
Trade, Build, Spy, Negotiate, and Battle for total control of the galaxy's riches. Become the backbone of galactic commerce in a grand strategy universe ripe with opportunity for exploitation and conquest.
Why similar: 4X 35.1% ★, Trading 20.1%, Economy 12.9%, Procedural Generation 10%, Space 6.5%
- #49 Stellar Wings
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Odd Games
Windows
In this bullet-hell strategy sandbox game, lead your newly-formed fleet through a vast galaxy. Use your tactics and skills to amass wealth, build influence, engage in galactic affairs, and face the conflicts and crises threatening the entire star system.
Why similar: 4X 38.2% ★, Wargame 20.5%, Strategy RPG 18.5%, Exploration 7.8%, Top-Down 3.8%
- #50 Dictators War: Strategy Battle
69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Fantastica Games
Windows
Step into the ruthless shoes of a leader hungry for global domination! This high-stakes strategy game challenges you to build your nation’s economy, conquer rival territories, and crush anyone who dares to stand in your way.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 31%, Wargame 25.9%, Action RPG 18.5%, Strategy 11.7%, PvE 6.2%
- #51 Grand Strategy: The Three Kingdoms
67% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2026
Dev: Yiming
Windows
Based on the classic history of the Three countries, the 2D grand strategy game integrates deep strategy, resource management, diplomatic game and sand table, presenting a magnificent stage for players in the turbulent world.
Why similar: 4X 49.9% ★, Wargame 29.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Top-Down 5.9%, 2D 2.5%
- #52 Shattered Spheres
66% 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 49.3% ★, Space 13.4%, PvP 8%, PvE 7.8%, Exploration 7.3%
- #53 Master of Orion
68% 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 66.3% ★, Space 14%, Strategy 13.3%, Sci-fi 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #54 Phantom Necro
66% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: SoraKame
Windows
"Phantom Necro" is a strategic RPG about a necromancer who commands phantoms. Collect souls by defeating monsters and summon powerful creatures to fight by your side. Build your own faction in a world ruled by mighty powers and lead it to victory in an epic battle for supremacy.
Why similar: Wargame 35.8%, Strategy RPG 25%, Action RPG 15.4%, Top-Down 7.7%, RPG 6.1%
- #55 Earth of Oryn
65% matchMostly Positive71% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: Earth of Oryn
Windows · Mac
A medieval kingdom-builder focused on meaningful decision-making and long-term strategy. Rule your lands, manage resources, plan your expansion, and guide your settlement from humble beginnings to a thriving realm as the seasons turn.
Why similar: 4X 28.6% ★, Wargame 22.8%, Trading 16.1%, Economy 11.4%, Procedural Generation 9.7%
- #56 Galactic Inheritors
69% 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 58.5% ★, Space 22.7%, Strategy 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.2%
- #57 Rise of Realms
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Goat Works Ltd
Windows · Mac
Rise of Realms is a 4X RPG, for 1-6 players, in a medieval fantasy setting. Command an empire and recruit heroes to lead your armies. Use your tactical abilities to conquer the lands and reshape them in your image. Wishlist now.
Why similar: 4X 35.2% ★, Wargame 20.2%, Economy 11.3%, PvP 8.3%, PvE 7.9%
- #58 Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection
68% 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 63.9% ★, Space 14.4%, Strategy 12.3%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #59 Space Empires V
68% 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 63.4% ★, Space 14.1%, Strategy 13.8%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%