- #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: Diplomacy 14.6% ★, Grand Strategy 12.8% ★, Wargame 11.1%, RTS 9%, Real Time Tactics 9%
- #2 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,610 reviews2022
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 20.2 hrsMean: 68.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.2% ★, Wargame 13.9%, RTS 11.5%, Historical 10.9%, Real Time Tactics 10.7%
- #3 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Taishi
96% 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: Diplomacy 12.7% ★, Grand Strategy 11.9% ★, Wargame 9.3%, RTS 8.3%, Real Time Tactics 7.7%
- #4 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII
95% 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: Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Wargame 10.4%, RTS 9.3%, Historical 8.4%
- #5 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Souzou
94% 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: Diplomacy 14.2% ★, Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, Wargame 11.1%, Real Time Tactics 9.1%, RTS 9%
- #6 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV
94% 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: Diplomacy 16% ★, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Wargame 11.6%, Historical 9.5%, War 8.9%
- #7 Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
92% 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 23.4%, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, War 16.3%, RTS 12.7%, Strategy 10.3%
- #8 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tendou with Power Up Kit
93% 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: Diplomacy 13% ★, Grand Strategy 11.7% ★, Wargame 10.3%, RTS 8.4%, Real Time Tactics 8.4%
- #9 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS 8 REMAKE
90% 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: Diplomacy 17.6% ★, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Wargame 13.3%, RTS 10.3%, Military 9.2%
- #10 Sengoku
91% 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 44.8% ★, Historical 28.3%, Strategy 16.3%, Simulation 10.6%
- #11 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Kakushin with Power Up Kit
91% 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: Diplomacy 12.9% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Wargame 10.5%, Real Time Tactics 8.6%, RTS 8.3%
- #12 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with Power Up Kit
88% 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: Diplomacy 15.4% ★, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Wargame 11.4%, War 9%, Historical 8.5%
- #13 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenkasousei with Power Up Kit
89% 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: Diplomacy 14.1% ★, Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, Wargame 10.2%, RTS 9%, War 8.2%
- #14 Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition
86% 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 23.6% ★, Historical 21.6%, Military 13.3%, Strategy 11.4%, War 10.8%
- #15 Total War: NAPOLEON – Definitive Edition
86% 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 22.8%, Grand Strategy 21.3% ★, War 12.1%, RTS 11.9%, Strategy 10.9%
- #16 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenshouki with Power Up Kit HD Version
87% 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: Diplomacy 16.3% ★, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Wargame 11.7%, War 8.9%, Historical 8.8%
- #17 Old World
84% 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 21% ★, Diplomacy 19.9% ★, Historical 13.5%, War 11.6%, Alternate History 9.5%
- #18 Hearts of Iron III
85% matchMostly Positive76% of 6,046 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Hearts of Iron III lets you play the most engaging conflict in world history, World War 2, on all fronts as any country and through multiple different scenarios. Guide your nation to glory between 1936 and 1948 and wage war, conduct diplomacy and build your industry in the most detailed World War 2 game ever made.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 41.5% ★, Historical 17.4%, Military 9.3%, Strategy 8.7%, War 7.2%
- #19 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: Diplomacy 16.5% ★, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, Wargame 12.1%, War 8.8%, Military 8.5%
- #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: Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Grand Strategy 12.6% ★, Wargame 10.6%, RTS 9.2%, War 8%
- #21 Knights of Honor
82% matchVery Positive93% of 2,365 reviews2009
Dev: Black Sea Studios LtdPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
As King, it is your duty to lead your people in their struggle to raise your kingdom from its humble beginnings to a position of power and prestige. War, diplomacy and a burgeoning economy are the means by which you increase your power and expand your influence.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 34.2% ★, RTS 20.4%, Strategy 16.3%, Historical 15.6%, War 12.8%
- #22 Europa Universalis V
78% 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 24% ★, Diplomacy 14.5% ★, Historical 12.7%, Wargame 10.4%, Alternate History 8.8%
- #23 Total War: ROME REMASTERED
80% 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 21.6% ★, Diplomacy 15.3% ★, RTS 12.6%, Wargame 11.9%, Real Time Tactics 10.7%
- #24 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit
82% 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: Diplomacy 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Wargame 13.4%, War 9.5%, Military 9%
- #25 Europa Universalis III Complete
81% matchVery Positive83% of 1,992 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Europa Universalis III Complete includes the original Europa Universalis III as well as the expansions In Nomine and Napoleons Ambition Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 52.1% ★, Historical 25.6%, Strategy 10.8%, RTS 3.3%, War 2.8%
- #26 DYNASTY WARRIORS 8 Empires
81% 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: Character Customization 43.8%, Historical 37.9%, Strategy 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #27 Victoria II
79% matchVery Positive92% of 19,875 reviews2010
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion and colonization, to finally become a truly great power by the dawn of the 20th century. Victoria II is a grand strategy game played during the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country, guiding...
Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.9% ★, Historical 18%, Diplomacy 8.7% ★, Military 7.1%, Strategy 6.8%
- #28 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: Diplomacy 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.4% ★, Wargame 13.3%, Military 9.2%, War 9.1%
- #29 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VIII with Power Up Kit
78% 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: Diplomacy 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.1% ★, Wargame 12.4%, War 8.8%, Military 8.7%
- #30 Master of Command
72% 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: Historical 15.6%, RTS 15.1%, War 13.6%, Wargame 12.9%, Real Time Tactics 12.8%
- #31 Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
76% 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 23.1% ★, Historical 18.4%, RTS 13.7%, War 12.5%, Strategy 11.3%
- #32 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
77% 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 22.4% ★, Wargame 14.5%, RTS 14.4%, Military 11%, Alternate History 7.8%
- #33 Europa Universalis IV
75% 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 23.3% ★, Diplomacy 19.3% ★, Historical 14.9%, Wargame 13.2%, Alternate History 10.6%
- #34 A Total War Saga: THRONES OF BRITANNIA
76% matchMostly Positive70% of 14,652 reviews2018
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
From the multi-award-winning strategy series, A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia combines huge real-time battles with engrossing turn-based campaign, set at a critical flashpoint in history. Anglo-Saxons, Gaelic clans and Viking settlers clash for control. What Kingdom will you build?
Why similar: Historical 24.7%, Grand Strategy 22% ★, RTS 21%, War 13.2%, Strategy 11.9%
- #35 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,461 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 39.6% ★, RTS 23.3%, Strategy 14.4%, Historical 14.1%, Simulation 8.5%
- #36 Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker
77% matchMixed66% of 351 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 50.5 hrs≥1hr: 42%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker" celebrates the 30th anniversary of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" series. It has been realized through a collaboration between the creators of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" series, Koei Tecmo Games, and the creators of the "TSUKURU" series, KADOKAWA.
Why similar: Diplomacy 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 16.9% ★, Wargame 12.1%, Historical 11.1%, War 9.9%
- #37 Imperator: Rome
74% 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 48.1% ★, Historical 22.6%, Strategy 13.6%, Simulation 7.5%, War 6.5%
- #38 Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX with Power Up Kit
74% 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: Diplomacy 15.5% ★, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Wargame 11.9%, War 9.1%, Historical 8.6%
- #39 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VII with Power Up Kit
75% 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: Diplomacy 15.9% ★, Grand Strategy 14.2% ★, Wargame 11.2%, Historical 9%, War 8.6%
- #40 Hegemony III: Clash of the Ancients
73% 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 18.7% ★, Historical 17.4%, RTS 14.5%, Wargame 13.3%, Real Time Tactics 11.4%
- #41 Crusader Kings II
71% matchVery Positive91% of 73,445 reviews2012
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 60% ★, Historical 16.1%, Diplomacy 8.9% ★, Strategy 6.5%, Simulation 3.6%
- #42 Oriental Empires
72% 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: Historical 24%, Grand Strategy 23.5% ★, Military 14.6%, War 12.9%, Strategy 12%
- #43 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 21.6% ★, Diplomacy 18.8% ★, Wargame 17%, RTS 13.1%, Alternate History 10.7%
- #44 Field of Glory: Empires
71% 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 25.9% ★, Historical 16%, War 12.5%, Wargame 11%, Military 9.7%
- #45 Rebel Inc: Escalation
69% matchVery Positive82% of 7,070 reviews2021
Dev: Ndemic CreationsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.5 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: Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Historical 11.8%, RTS 10.9%, War 10.6%
- #46 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
70% matchVery Positive95% of 15,511 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!
Why similar: RTS 41.5%, Historical 20.8%, Strategy 18%, War 13.9%, Simulation 4.6%
- #47 Imperiums: Greek Wars
70% matchVery Positive86% of 540 reviews2020
Dev: Kube Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 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: Grand Strategy 23.2% ★, Diplomacy 18.1% ★, Historical 14.7%, War 11.7%, Alternate History 11.6%
- #48 Millennia
68% matchMixed67% of 3,746 reviews2024
Dev: C Prompt GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.2% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Historical 13%, Alternate History 11.8%, War 10.9%
- #49 Ultimate General: Gettysburg
70% 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 23.3%, RTS 18.9%, Wargame 17.1%, Strategy 10.8%, War 9.5%
- #50 A Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAI
71% 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 25.4%, Strategy 22.3%, RTS 21.7%, Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, War 8.9%
- #51 Three Kingdoms: Innovatory
68% 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: Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Wargame 17.3%, RTS 16%, Real Time Tactics 14.5%, Historical 11.2%
- #52 Scourge Of War - Remastered
66% 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: Grand Strategy 16% ★, Wargame 15.4%, Real Time Tactics 12.9%, RTS 11.4%, War 11.2%
- #53 NationWar:Annals
69% 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: Diplomacy 17.6% ★, Grand Strategy 15.6% ★, RTS 11.7%, Wargame 10.8%, Real Time Tactics 9.9%
- #54 Supreme Ruler 2030
67% matchMixed64% of 536 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Diplomacy 14.1% ★, Wargame 12.6%, RTS 12.3%, War 11.3%
- #55 Ultimate General: Civil War
67% 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 19.6% ★, Wargame 15.3%, RTS 13.4%, Real Time Tactics 12.8%, War 12.2%
- #56 DYNASTY WARRIORS 9 Empires
68% matchMixed50% of 1,911 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A new release in the Empires series, featuring a mix of thrilling action and country capturing simulation. Experience the human drama of the Three Kingdoms in a way only Empires can provide. Fight exciting Castle Sieges and manipulate the country's Politics. Welcome to the Empires experience!
Why similar: Historical 34.8%, Character Customization 30.8%, Strategy 19.6%, Simulation 14.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #57 HUMANKIND™
66% matchMixed69% of 28,231 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: Grand Strategy 32.9% ★, Historical 24%, Strategy 16.1%, War 11.1%, Alternate History 6.1%
- #58 Total War: ATTILA
66% matchVery Positive82% of 36,976 reviews2015
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Linux
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 80.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Against a darkening background of famine, disease and war, a new power is rising in the great steppes of the East. With a million horsemen at his back, the ultimate warrior king approaches, and his sights are set on Rome… The next instalment in the multi award-winning PC series that combines turn-based strategy with real-time tactics,...
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.2% ★, Historical 20.6%, War 16.8%, RTS 14%, Strategy 10.5%