- #1 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence - Ascension
97% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,078 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.
Why similar: Wargame 18.2%, Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 13.8%, RTS 12%, Immersive Sim 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: It offers the most similar blend of deep clan management and historical simulation set in the Sengoku period.
- #2 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence
96% matchVery Positive83% of 614 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Become a Daimyo of the Warring States period of Japanese history in NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION, a historical simulation game of conquest and domination. It is the 30th anniversary of this series and this current release, NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence, is the crown of the series.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.2% ★, Wargame 13.9%, RTS 11.5%, Historical 10.9%, Real Time Tactics 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A foundational entry in the series that balances grand strategy and tactical combat with high historical accuracy.
- #3 Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
94% matchVery Positive82% of 92,481 reviews2019
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 21.9 hrsMean: 89.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Total War: THREE KINGDOMS is the first in the award-winning series to recreate epic conflict across ancient China. Combining a gripping turn-based campaign of empire-building & conquest with stunning real-time battles, THREE KINGDOMS redefines the series in an age of heroes & legends.
Why similar: Historical 27.4%, Grand Strategy 24.2% ★, RTS 16%, Strategy 10.8%, Military 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: It combines deep character relationships and diplomacy with large-scale real-time battles, mirroring the political complexity of the Nobunaga series.
- #4 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Taishi
95% matchMixed50% of 984 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
"Nobunaga's Ambition: Taishi" is the 15th entry in the historical simulation game series Nobunaga's Ambition. Where a warrior's resolve exceeds their ambition. We offer the grandest warring states experience to all the fans out there!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Wargame 14.9%, Real Time Tactics 11.6%, RTS 10.7%, Alternate History 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the resolve and personality of historical figures, providing a unique perspective on Sengoku-era leadership.
- #5 Crusader Kings III
94% matchVery Positive91% of 137,655 reviews2020
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.8 hrsMean: 143.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 41.5% ★, Historical 23.5%, RTS 17.5%, Strategy 10.5%, Simulation 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: It provides an unparalleled character-driven grand strategy experience where managing your lineage and vassals is as important as military conquest.
- #6 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV
93% matchMixed63% of 15,669 reviews2020
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 24.7 hrsMean: 110.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.2% ★, Wargame 20.4%, Alternate History 13.6%, Historical 12.6%, Immersive Sim 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the same developer DNA as the Nobunaga series, focusing on hex-based territorial control and officer management.
- #7 Europa Universalis IV
92% matchVery Positive88% of 135,916 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 279.6 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: Grand Strategy 28.3% ★, Wargame 20%, Historical 17.1%, Alternate History 15.7%, Military 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for grand strategy, offering complex administrative and diplomatic systems that appeal to fans of deep simulation.
- #8 A Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAI
91% matchMixed70% of 1,679 reviews2012
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the dramatic conflict of samurai culture and modern weaponry between the Imperial throne and the last Shogunate in 19th century Japan.
Why similar: Historical 27.6%, RTS 25.4%, Strategy 21.9%, Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, Military 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the transition of Japan into the modern era with a focus on tactical warfare and strategic regional control.
- #9 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Souzou
91% matchVery Positive86% of 1,212 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.
Why similar: Wargame 18.3%, Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 14%, RTS 12%, Immersive Sim 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its massive map and focus on the unification of Japan through both diplomacy and military might.
- #10 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII
90% matchMixed58% of 7,530 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 116.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"The ultimate depiction of the Three Kingdom. A heroic drama of a gathering of Legends. "With this as the concept behind Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13, we have compiled an experience that will immerse you even deeper into the world of the Three Kingdoms, with "human drama," seen through the interactions of the...
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18% ★, Wargame 17.6%, RTS 12.8%, Alternate History 11.4%, Historical 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly immersive officer-play experience that mirrors the personal narrative focus of the Nobunaga series.
- #11 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8 REMAKE
89% matchMixed50% of 3,792 reviews2024
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Theater of war, infinite drama. A masterpiece of historical simulation "ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8" is revived after 20 years. Enjoy the greatest military drama in the Three Kingdoms series, with the largest number of officers and scenarios!
Why similar: Wargame 20.4%, Grand Strategy 17.3% ★, RTS 12.8%, Immersive Sim 9.3%, Historical 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on a classic title that emphasizes the personal stories and relationships of historical officers.
- #12 Sengoku
89% matchMixed62% of 473 reviews2011
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Use your power as a Feudal Lord to unite the land of the Rising Sun under your iron fist.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 47.9% ★, Historical 28.6%, Strategy 14.8%, Simulation 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated grand strategy game focused specifically on the Sengoku period, emphasizing the struggle for the Shogunate.
- #13 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tendou with Power Up Kit
88% matchVery Positive82% of 231 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Nobunaga’s Ambition, a series synonymous with Historical Simulation Games, has now released an extension of the 13th release in that series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou, at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Wargame 16.4%, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Real Time Tactics 12.5%, RTS 10.9%, Alternate History 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique road-building mechanic that adds a distinct layer of strategic planning to your military campaigns.
- #14 Oriental Empires
87% matchVery Positive81% of 2,990 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: Grand Strategy 29.5% ★, Historical 28.6%, Military 14.8%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A historical 4X strategy game that captures the feel of ancient Asian empire management and large-scale warfare.
- #15 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit
86% matchVery Positive92% of 3,971 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 57.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 11," which was released in 2006 as the 11th game in the series. The grand battles that shaped the course of Chinese history are shown in 3D space! In Administration, players freely develop cities.
Why similar: Wargame 19.8%, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Alternate History 12.2%, Historical 11.2%, Immersive Sim 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Highly regarded for its beautiful art style and deep, turn-based tactical combat system.
- #16 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Kakushin with Power Up Kit
86% matchVery Positive81% of 342 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
An extension of the 12th release in the Nobunaga’s Ambition series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle, has appeared at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Wargame 16.8%, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Real Time Tactics 12.8%, RTS 10.7%, Alternate History 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that emphasizes real-time tactical combat and the importance of technological advancement.
- #17 Field of Glory: Empires
85% matchVery Positive83% of 858 reviews2019
Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 30.4 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: Grand Strategy 29.8% ★, Historical 17.3%, Wargame 15.8%, Strategy 9.4%, Military 9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a complex, turn-based grand strategy experience that emphasizes the long-term sustainability and culture of your civilization.
- #18 Romance of the Three Kingdoms X with Power Up Kit
84% matchVery Positive82% of 714 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ," which was released in 2004 as the 10th game in the series. In this release, the all-officer playable advances.
Why similar: Wargame 21%, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Alternate History 11.8%, Historical 10.8%, Immersive Sim 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the role-playing aspects of being a historical officer in a war-torn land.
- #19 Imperator: Rome
84% matchMixed65% of 26,771 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.3 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 53.8% ★, Historical 23.8%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 6.4%, Alternate History 2%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep political and character management systems that will feel familiar to players who enjoy the officer-focused gameplay of the Nobunaga series.
- #20 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XII with Power Up Kit
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 467 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12 with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms 12," which was released in 2012 as the 12th game in the series. The stage is set. Create the story.
Why similar: Wargame 17.6%, Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, RTS 12.5%, Alternate History 10.6%, Historical 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Introduces real-time tactical elements that make the battles feel fast-paced and impactful.
- #21 Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX with Power Up Kit
82% matchVery Positive84% of 589 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 67.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ," which was released in 2003 as the 9th game in the series. RTK Ⅸ is a strategy based simulation game based in China's chaotic Three Kingdoms period.
Why similar: Wargame 20.5%, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Alternate History 12%, Historical 11.3%, Immersive Sim 10%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique command system that emphasizes the importance of strategic planning before the battle begins.
- #22 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 149 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Tenkasousei," which was released in 2003 as the 11th game in the series. Lord of Creation or King of Destruction... Administration and battle depicted in full 3D for the first time in the series.
Why similar: Wargame 17.2%, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, RTS 12.3%, Alternate History 10.9%, Historical 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the development of your castle towns and the management of your local economy.
- #23 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenshouki with Power Up Kit HD Version
81% matchMixed56% of 66 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
The 6th release of the "Nobunaga's Ambition" historical simulation game series has been reborn at the STEAM store as "Tenshouki with Power-up Kit HD Version." Players become the rulers of their clans and aim to unify the country under their leadership.
Why similar: Wargame 20.4%, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Alternate History 12.3%, Historical 11.5%, Immersive Sim 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic title that emphasizes the importance of officer skills and training in the quest for unification.
- #24 Europa Universalis V
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 26,573 reviews2025
Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 45.3 hrsMean: 90.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Grand Strategy 29.4% ★, Wargame 16%, Historical 14.7%, Alternate History 13.1%, Resource Management 10%
- #25 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit
81% matchMixed64% of 70 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden," which was released in 1999 as the 8th game in the series. Reppuden is a strategy based simulation game in which players delve into the lives of the heroes who roamed the chaotic Warring States period.
Why similar: Wargame 23.9%, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Immersive Sim 11.2%, Alternate History 10.6%, Military 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep look at the logistics and infrastructure required to maintain a successful military campaign.
- #26 Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms
76% matchVery Positive89% of 7,704 reviews2025
Dev: Free Wing
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
"Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms" is a single-player RPG where you shape the Three Kingdoms era. Choose to be a ruler, a loyal advisor, or a cunning mercenary. Marry, build homes, or train in martial arts. Restore peace through diplomacy or conquer with mighty armies.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.7% ★, Wargame 23.4%, Historical 13%, Immersive Sim 11%, Military 9%
- #27 Ancient Warfare: The Han Dynasty
78% matchVery Positive80% of 1,843 reviews2023
Dev: 不秋草游戏工作室(Bamboo Games)Pub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ancient Warfare: The Han Dynasty is a wargame demonstrating ancient warfare in China and combining elements of Big Strategy, RTS and RPG. You can learn little-known stories of heroes in ancient China by experiencing battles accommodating thousands of soldiers.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.4% ★, Wargame 18.8%, Historical 14.7%, Real Time Tactics 10.5%, RTS 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a tactical, historical wargame experience that focuses on the military challenges of ancient Chinese dynasties.
- #28 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VII with Power Up Kit
80% matchMixed68% of 152 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅶ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅶ," which was released in 2000 as the 7th game in the series. With "Enjoy the lives of all the Romance Warriors!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Wargame 19.3%, Alternate History 12.7%, Historical 11.6%, Immersive Sim 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: One of the first titles to introduce the officer-based RPG style that defines the modern Koei Tecmo strategy games.
- #29 Master of Command
75% matchVery Positive92% of 3,127 reviews2025
Dev: Armchair Interactive
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Take command in Europe's greatest 18th-century war. Equip & customize regiments, manage supplies, and engage in brutal real-time battles across procedural campaigns. Resources and replacements are scarce, and keeping your best men alive may matter more than any single victory.
Why similar: Wargame 18.5%, RTS 17.5%, Real Time Tactics 17.1%, Historical 16.8%, Military 10.6%
- #30 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VIII with Power Up Kit
79% matchMixed68% of 176 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅷ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅷ," which was released in 2001 as the 8th game in the series. RTK Ⅷ is a Historical Simulation game where players direct their heroes in a bid for power over all of China amongst the turbulent times of the...
Why similar: Wargame 21.7%, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Alternate History 11.8%, Historical 11.1%, Immersive Sim 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its deep character interaction systems and the ability to play as almost any officer in the era.
- #31 Three Kingdoms: Innovatory
77% matchMixed59% of 973 reviews2024
Dev: 瞬息万变工作室Pub: Moment HK
Windows
This is a classic historical simulation + real-time strategy game, where you will go back to the era of the Three Kingdoms and play as various renowned sovereigns.
Why similar: Wargame 21%, Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.4%, RTS 15.7%, Historical 10.2%
- #32 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Soutenroku with Power Up Kit
79% matchMixed65% of 84 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Soutenroku with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Soutenroku," which was released in 2002 as the 10th game in the series. With the theme "Retainers supplant Lords," for the first time in the series, players can play as a retainer officer.
Why similar: Wargame 23.7%, Grand Strategy 20.4% ★, Immersive Sim 11.5%, Military 10.5%, Alternate History 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Unique for its focus on the political maneuvering and backstabbing inherent in the Sengoku period.
- #33 NationWar:Chronicles | 国战:列国志传
78% matchMixed70% of 444 reviews2019
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a sandbox game that is deeply rooted in the rich historical information of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. The story of the game unfolds slowly in the eighth century BC on the vast and mysterious land of China.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.5% ★, RTS 14.8%, Wargame 14.1%, Historical 13.6%, Real Time Tactics 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that focuses on the historical conflicts of the Warring States period with a focus on large-scale map control.
- #34 Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition
76% matchVery Positive91% of 37,274 reviews2009
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.7% ★, Historical 23.9%, Military 12.6%, RTS 11.6%, Strategy 11.4%
- #35 Sanguo's Ambition 4 :Three Kingdoms
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 114 reviews2026
Dev: Youshen Interactive
Windows · Mac
A real-time strategy+team competition game, in 189, the Han Dynasty launched a mutual attack and expansion of territories, operating their own forces, and seizing generals and resources until the world was unified.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Wargame 20.1%, RTS 14.5%, Real Time Tactics 12.2%, Immersive Sim 8.5%
- #36 Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition
75% matchVery Positive92% of 26,827 reviews2010
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Complete your Total War collection with this Definitive Edition of Total War: NAPOLEON, which includes all DLC and feature updates since the game’s release
Why similar: Historical 25.3%, Grand Strategy 25% ★, RTS 14.2%, Strategy 10.8%, Real Time Tactics 9.1%
- #37 DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS
71% matchVery Positive93% of 28,542 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 30.0 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Become immersed in exhilarating battles as a nameless hero in the Three Kingdoms
Why similar: Wargame 48.3%, Historical 27.2%, Strategy 8.8%, Tactical 7%, Story Rich 4.6%
- #38 Grand Tactician: The Civil War (1861-1865)
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,322 reviews2021
Dev: Grand Engineer Corps
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 83.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Take command of the Union or the Confederacy. Prepare your nation for war, recruit and organize great armies and fleets under legendary commanders like Grant, Lee, Jackson or Farragut, plan cunning maneuvers on an epic campaign map and defeat your enemies in real-time battles!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, Historical 19.8%, RTS 16.1%, Real Time Tactics 14.3%, Wargame 13.5%
- #39 Hegemony III: Clash of the Ancients
74% matchVery Positive82% of 552 reviews2015
Dev: Longbow Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Command armies, manage resources, and build an empire in this real-time strategy wargame from Longbow Games. Will Rome fulfil its destiny to rule the ancient world or will history be rewritten to forge a new Etruscan, Gallic, or Greek hegemony!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.9% ★, Wargame 16%, Historical 15.8%, RTS 14.1%, Real Time Tactics 12.8%
- #40 Ultimate General: Civil War
73% matchVery Positive89% of 8,396 reviews2017
Dev: Game-Labs
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 46.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ultimate General: Civil War is a tactical real time strategy war-game. Experience the bloodiest period of U.S. history - the American Civil War of 1861-1865.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.4% ★, Wargame 21%, Real Time Tactics 16.3%, RTS 14.9%, Historical 10.6%
- #41 Ultimate General: Gettysburg
73% matchVery Positive81% of 2,701 reviews2014
Dev: Game-Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A Tactical Battle Simulator that allows you to command thousands of soldiers as a Union or Confederate General. The game features the most accurately created map, a non-linear battle campaign, complex morale, innovative control mechanics and smart AI.
Why similar: Historical 24.3%, Wargame 23.7%, RTS 21.3%, Strategy 10.2%, Tactical 9.7%
- #42 WARNO
70% matchVery Positive81% of 14,911 reviews2024
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 15.4 hrsMean: 69.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Realistic, immersive, breathtaking. WARNO is the ultimate World War III battle simulator from the masters of strategy, Eugen Systems. A Cold War turns decisively hot as you command hundreds of units on a beautiful and brutal battlefield. Outsmart, outfight, and lead your forces to total victory.
Why similar: Wargame 25.8%, Real Time Tactics 19.2%, RTS 18.1%, Historical 11.9%, Military 11.6%
- #43 Scourge Of War - Remastered
70% matchVery Positive89% of 167 reviews2024
Dev: Norb Software Development LLC
Windows
Welcome to Scourge of War, a real-time 3D computer game/simulation developed by NorbSoftDev, the company headed by renowned game designer Norb Timpko, designer of Mad Minute Games' acclaimed Take Command series. Scourge of War is the epitome of historical command simulations.
Why similar: Wargame 20.9%, Grand Strategy 17.3% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.3%, RTS 12.6%, Immersive Sim 9.4%
- #44 Take Command - 2nd Manassas
72% matchVery Positive94% of 85 reviews2016
Dev: MadMinute GamesPub: Norb Software Development LLC
Windows
Your quest for the true immersive Civil War battle experience ends here. Voted in PC Gamers list of Best 100 Games of All Time, Take Command is an RTCS "Real-Time Combat Simulator" and you've never played anything like it!
Why similar: Wargame 22.5%, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Real Time Tactics 17.2%, RTS 15%, Historical 11.1%
- #45 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,248 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Real-Time Strategy/Wargame. From World War II through the Cold War and into the future, re-live or re-imagine the tensions and crises of our recent history! Guide your nation through the era of your choice in Campaigns, Scenarios, and Sandboxes, as you make every effort to become Supreme Ruler!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.7% ★, Wargame 19.1%, RTS 15.4%, Alternate History 10%, Military 9.4%
- #46 NationWar:Annals
71% matchMixed68% of 168 reviews2021
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a deep focus on the Spring and Autumn period of the Warring States period of the grand strategy and real-time combat fusion sandbox game.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.5% ★, Wargame 17.8%, RTS 15.6%, Real Time Tactics 15.2%, Historical 10.4%
- #47 Age of History 3
67% matchVery Positive85% of 17,231 reviews2024
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 36.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 27.1% ★, Wargame 26.7%, RTS 16.7%, Alternate History 16.4%, Tactical 7.1%
- #48 Hearts of Iron IV
68% matchVery Positive90% of 360,411 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 292.9 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 31.8% ★, Historical 17.1%, Alternate History 14.5%, Military 10.4%, RTS 9.6%
- #49 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires
71% matchMixed66% of 1,630 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 188.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires is part of the "Empires" series, in which you aim to conquer ancient China using both strategy and the one warrior versus one thousand tactical action the WARRIORS series is known for.
Why similar: Historical 66.8%, Strategy 26%, Great Soundtrack 4.1%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #50 Romance of the Three Kingdoms V with Power Up Kit
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 109 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Released in 1995, "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅴ with Power Up Kit" is the enhanced version of the 5th release in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms series. It places more focus on the common people with "Fame," which was an indicator of how well the Ruler grasped the hearts of the people.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, Wargame 19.2%, Alternate History 12.9%, Historical 11.9%, Immersive Sim 9.5%
- #51 Lost Technology
69% matchVery Positive86% of 606 reviews2017
Dev: Studio 4DPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Lost Technology is a simulation game in which more than 100 characters belonging to 12 different factions battle to conquer each other’s territories. The faction you choose at the beginning will determine the conversations and events that unfold throughout the game between you and other factions.
Why similar: Wargame 24.1%, Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, RTS 17%, Real Time Tactics 12.9%, Tactical 7.5%
- #52 Ultimate General: American Revolution
68% matchMixed54% of 1,053 reviews2024
Dev: Game-Labs
Windows
American Revolution is a sandbox strategy game featuring the epic historical period during the rebellion of the American colonies against the British Empire.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.9% ★, Wargame 19.4%, RTS 15.8%, Historical 13.9%, Military 8.4%
- #53 Nations
66% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: Krzysztof SteinerPub: Krzysztof Steiner Games
Windows
Select an era, a nation and lead it to greatness or decay. Develop the economy and society, or focus on military and territorial expansion. In Nations you can rule your people for centuries – from ancient times to the modern day and beyond. You shape your state, history and map of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, Wargame 19.7%, Historical 19.4%, RTS 18%, Alternate History 11%
- #54 大城主战略版
69% matchMixed66% of 126 reviews2021
Dev: wywl
Windows
《大城主攻略版》是一款拥有沉浸式体验感以三国时代为背景的战争策略类游戏。军阀四起,天下大乱,玩家化身一代君王带领传世神将征战乱世。天时地利,攻城略地;排兵布阵,革图易虑,全方位展现东方战争艺术的魅力,跟随主公以国之名,平定天下,创太平盛世!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Wargame 19.8%, RTS 15.3%, Real Time Tactics 14.2%, Historical 13.6%
- #55 Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 35,447 reviews2006
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 36.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27% ★, Historical 20.3%, RTS 16.3%, Strategy 11.2%, Real Time Tactics 9.5%
- #56 SAMURAI WARRIORS: Spirit of Sanada
68% matchVery Positive84% of 729 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Struggle for survival. Death before surrender! Experience the dramatic story and epic, action-packed battles of the Sanada clan during Japan's Warring States period.
Why similar: Historical 100%
- #57 Old World
66% matchVery Positive82% of 6,135 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Grand Strategy 31.2% ★, Historical 18.9%, Alternate History 17.1%, Military 10.5%, Tactical 10.5%
- #58 Total War: ROME REMASTERED
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 13,138 reviews2021
Dev: Creative AssemblyPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.5% ★, Wargame 18.3%, RTS 15.7%, Real Time Tactics 15.4%, Historical 12%
- #59 Sangokushi Eiketsuden
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 81 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Sangokushi Eiketsuden" was released in 1995. This game is a simulation RPG in which players become Liu Bei and battle for the restoration of the Han Imperial court. The game progresses around the battle map. Players fulfill the victory conditions of each battle as they go from battlefield to battlefield to advance the story.
Why similar: Wargame 20.1%, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Alternate History 12.4%, Historical 11.5%, Immersive Sim 9.8%