Games Like Old World

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 22.6%, 4X 14.4% ★, Historical 12.9%, Moddable 9.4%, War 8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers the most comparable experience to Old World's focus on dynasty management, character relationships, and political intrigue.

Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time?

Why similar: 4X 15.2% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Historical 11.4%, Turn-Based 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential 4X experience that shares the core map-painting and city-building mechanics found in Old World.

Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.

Why similar: 4X 24.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9%, Historical 11.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Turn-Based 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern 4X title that emphasizes historical progression and cultural evolution across different eras.

Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 38.4%, Historical 17.5%, Strategy 10%, Economy 6.1%, Simulation 6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep historical grand strategy experience set in the ancient world with a focus on character management and political stability.

Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!

Why similar: 4X 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 18%, Moddable 11.3%, War 10.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines deep 4X empire building with highly tactical turn-based combat and significant character customization.

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 14.9%, 4X 14.6% ★, Diplomacy 13.1% ★, Historical 9.2%, Moddable 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for historical grand strategy, offering unparalleled depth in diplomacy, trade, and empire management.

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: 4X 16.1% ★, Grand Strategy 12.5%, Diplomacy 11.1% ★, Turn-Based 8.4%, Alternate History 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on historical eras and alternative timelines, allowing players to shape their civilization through unique historical turning points.

In Total War: PHARAOH, the newest entry in the award-winning grand strategy series, immerse yourself in ancient Egypt at the zenith of its power and experience the dramatic events that threaten its destruction.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.2%, War 14.1%, 4X 13% ★, Tactical 10.9%, Historical 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses specifically on the Bronze Age, providing a tactical military experience that complements the historical setting of Old World.

Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture.

Why similar: 4X 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 17.3%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Historical 10.1%, War 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A sophisticated grand strategy game that focuses on the ancient world and the rise and fall of civilizations.

Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer.

Why similar: 4X 20.1% ★, Grand Strategy 17.4%, Historical 10.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.1%, Economy 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined 4X experience that focuses specifically on the Bronze Age, making it a perfect thematic companion to Old World.

A mix of deep gameplay and rich historical flavor, Aggressors: Ancient Rome lets you relive history as the ruler of one of the mighty civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Choose one of twenty available factions and conquer the world.

Why similar: 4X 24.6% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5%, Historical 12.7%, Military 9.1%, Turn-Based 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A deep 4X strategy game that captures the feel of ancient Mediterranean power struggles with complex logistics.

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 40.8%, Historical 14.5%, 4X 14.4% ★, Strategy 13.5%, Simulation 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines grand strategy with real-time elements, focusing on managing a royal court and expanding a medieval kingdom.

Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 19.6%, Diplomacy 15.3% ★, Historical 10.9%, Moddable 9.3%, Economy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep economic and political simulation that appeals to players who enjoy the management aspects of Old World.

Unique combination of turn-based 4X and historical grand strategy with a mythological twist. Explore the ancient world and build a world leading civilization. Survive, expand, conquer... and win!

Why similar: 4X 16.6% ★, Grand Strategy 13%, Diplomacy 10.7% ★, Moddable 8.3%, Historical 8%

Why You'll Like It: A detailed historical 4X game that captures the specific political and military landscape of ancient Greece.

An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.

Why similar: 4X 13.2% ★, Diplomacy 11.2% ★, Grand Strategy 11%, Moddable 7.1%, Historical 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A complex grand strategy game that requires long-term planning and political maneuvering on a global scale.

Determine the destiny of Rome as you conquer foreign lands and navigate political intrigue in this turn-based RPG. Directly fight with your party of Praetorians, guide your legion to victory, and choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. How will you shape the future of Rome?

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 31%, Historical 28%, Tactical 16.3%, Strategy 14.1%, Turn-Based 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical turn-based combat with a strong historical narrative and meaningful character-driven choices.

Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.

Why similar: 4X 18.8% ★, Diplomacy 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8%, Moddable 12%, Historical 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends intricate city-building with tactical combat in a grounded, historical medieval setting.

Turn based 4X strategy game, recreating the civilizations of ancient China. Develop your land, build great cities, raise huge armies and fight epic battles, with hundreds of soldiers fighting right on the game map. Advance your technologies, culture and religion to create one of mankind’s biggest empires.

Why similar: 4X 23.2% ★, Turn-Based 14.4%, Grand Strategy 12.6%, Historical 12.2%, Military 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A historical 4X strategy game that focuses on the development of ancient Chinese dynasties.

A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.

Why similar: 4X 18.4% ★, Diplomacy 16.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.2%, Moddable 11.8%, Historical 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique roguelite city-builder that emphasizes resource management and strategic decision-making under pressure.

Lead your noble family in this medieval colony sim, facing off against class conflict, religious struggle, and political treachery. Tend to your people’s needs, uncover the lost knowledge of a fallen empire, and engage in nefarious plots against your enemies.

Why similar: 4X 17.9% ★, Grand Strategy 16.6%, Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Moddable 11.5%, Historical 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A social simulation game that focuses on managing a noble family and their subjects in a medieval world.

A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.

Why similar: 4X 13.9% ★, Diplomacy 12% ★, Grand Strategy 11.4%, Moddable 7.4%, Historical 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on political management, stability, and counter-insurgency in a challenging historical context.

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 23.1%, Diplomacy 21.2% ★, Alternate History 12.3%, Moddable 9.6%, Economy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy wargame that allows for deep control over historical map painting and military logistics.

Wage total war across the ancient world from the Aegean to Mesopotamia in this free addition to Total War: PHARAOH. Challenge the Bronze Age Collapse by building your own dynasty and leading your faction to victory with new cultures, new units and dramatic new battle mechanics.

Why similar: 4X 30.8% ★, Grand Strategy 24.5%, Historical 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.1%, Strategy 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An expanded version of the base game that adds significant depth to the historical campaign experience.

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: Economy 26.2%, Strategy 14.2%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Simulation 10.7%, Historical 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep economic simulation and city-building experience that rewards long-term planning and trade management.

Hexarchy is an innovative, fast-paced, historical 4x strategy game where you use cards and deckbuilding to make your decisions. Single-player and online multiplayer.

Why similar: 4X 17.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based 10.3%, Historical 8.7%, War 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 4X game that incorporates deckbuilding elements to streamline the strategic experience.

Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.

Why similar: 4X 12.5% ★, Diplomacy 10.3% ★, Grand Strategy 10.2%, Turn-Based 7.2%, Moddable 6.8%

Age of History II is a grand strategy wargame that is simple to learn yet hard to master.Your objective is to use military tactics and cunning diplomacy to either unify the world, or conquer it.Will the world bleed out or bow before you? The choice is yours..

Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.1%, Historical 15.3%, War 13.5%, Diplomacy 11.2% ★, Turn-Based 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game focused on historical map painting and global diplomacy.

Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is the official prequel hailing back to the origins of the genre-defining, critically acclaimed series of turn-based strategy games. Raise grand armies and wield devastating spells to overcome your foes in both solo and multiplayer.

Why similar: 4X 15.3% ★, Grand Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based 8.3%, Moddable 8.2%, War 7.2%

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game experience in which players will lead a European...

Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Turn-Based 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Historical 13.2%, Strategy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 4X experience that focuses on specific historical goals and distinct management challenges.

Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.

Why similar: 4X 27.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based 14.3%, Economy 9.6%, Tactical 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features excellent tactical turn-based combat and empire management mechanics within a sci-fi setting.

Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.

Why similar: 4X 17.6% ★, Grand Strategy 17.3%, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Historical 10.7%, Alternate History 9.3%

Unity of Command II is the sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed strategy games of all time; a game critics called 'the perfect gateway' into computer war games.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.2%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, War 9.1%, Historical 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly tactical approach to historical warfare, focusing on supply lines and strategic movement.

Lead empires that evolve or endure through the Ages. Build something you believe in with Sid Meier's Civilization® VII.

Why similar: 4X 16.2% ★, Grand Strategy 14.5%, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Historical 8.4%, War 7.4%

You are the first sentient AI, born into a city of opportunity. Transcend time and space in this strategy RPG to raise machine armies and defeat your foes, influence the world from the shadows, or pursue countless other goals. Your awakening was inevitable. The consequences? Uncertain.

Why similar: 4X 16.4% ★, Diplomacy 15.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15.4%, Moddable 10.8%, Historical 9.3%

Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history.

Why similar: 4X 23.3% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3%, Diplomacy 14.9% ★, Alternate History 10.8%, Historical 9.8%

The legendary city-builder returns! Lead the creation of one of the greatest civilizations the world has ever seen in this HD remake with modernized UI. Build monuments, manage your population and explore 4,000 years of history through over a hundred hours of gameplay.

Why similar: Diplomacy 29.8% ★, Historical 22.1%, Economy 18.1%, Management 15.7%, Simulation 7.3%

ENDLESS Legend™ is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS Space™ and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!

Why similar: 4X 38.7% ★, Turn-Based 21.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.7%, Strategy 10.3%, Grand Strategy 6.6%

Shape the Roman Empire in this genre-defining strategic builder game. Build cities while expanding your influence through Roman provinces. Govern using your economic prowess, diplomatic skills, or military might.

Why similar: Historical 21.6%, Economy 21%, Sandbox 14.8%, Management 12.2%, Strategy 11.8%

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 31.5%, Historical 14.4%, Economy 8.6%, Diplomacy 7.6% ★, Military 6%

The Great War is a turn-based grand strategy game based on the epic struggles of the WWI era. Experience the battles of attrition and punishing artillery barrages. Play as any nation of the period as the modern world of industrialized warfare replaces an age of kings with a struggle of ideologies.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.1%, Moddable 9.5%, 4X 9.5% ★, Historical 8.7%, War 8%

A 4X real-time strategy game from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. Set in Frank Herbert’s groundbreaking Dune universe, you must lead your faction and battle for control and dominance over the harsh desert planet of Arrakis.

Why similar: 4X 19.4% ★, Diplomacy 16.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.5%, Management 9%, War 9%

Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.

Why similar: Historical 21.3%, Grand Strategy 18.7%, War 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Strategy 8.8%

Greetings your Excellency. Time to rebuild, reform and prepare for new challenges in the People's Republic of Basenji. In this thrilling political strategy, you will appoint ministers and lead the country to success. Be careful — you may find yourself replaced in the next election.

Why similar: 4X 15.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.4%, Diplomacy 12% ★, Turn-Based 9.7%, Historical 7.9%

Politics, religion, war. They are nothing without a legacy that can stand the test of time. Lead any nation, and turn it into a mighty kingdom in one of the most compelling grand strategy games ever created.

Why similar: Historical 41.4%, Strategy 25.6%, Grand Strategy 18.6%, Multiplayer 14.4%

Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!

Why similar: 4X 17.2% ★, Grand Strategy 16.6%, Diplomacy 14% ★, Historical 10.2%, Alternate History 8%

Great Houses of Calderia is a Feudal Grand Strategy game focusing on family dynamics & stories. Use your family strengths to compete against rivals to rise in the ranks of Calderia - produce, trade, scheme, bribe, and battle to build your legacy of power!

Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.5%, 4X 13.7% ★, Diplomacy 13.7% ★, Economy 8.8%, Military 8.4%

A turn-based WWI Grand Strategy game. Rush to field new modern weaponry and survive the horrendous attrition battles. Join the global conflict between the Great Powers of the age and forge a new world order for freedom or tyranny.

Why similar: 4X 16% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2%, Turn-Based 10.9%, Historical 10.7%, Alternate History 7.7%

The glory of Rome is at your fingertips in this city-building game where you must appease the gods, enact laws, and develop complex supply chains to meet the needs of your citizens.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.8%, 4X 16.6% ★, Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Historical 11%, Moddable 10.9%

Discover and colonize the world, Allocate your labor force, Monopolize markets, Fight tactical battles, Survive the age of imperialism...

Why similar: 4X 19.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19%, Historical 11.7%, Alternate History 10.3%, Economy 9.3%

Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, 4X 16.4% ★, Turn-Based 15%, Historical 10.7%, Grand Strategy 8.3%

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 24.7%, Historical 20.5%, Diplomacy 16.9% ★, Moddable 10.3%, Alternate History 10.2%

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: 4X 21.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.6%, Diplomacy 16.1% ★, Historical 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%

Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.

Why similar: 4X 47.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Tactical 17.3%, Co-op 9.8%, Strategy 7.3%

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 42.3%, Historical 18.6%, Strategy 18.6%, War 16.2%, Multiplayer 3.4%

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 22.1%, Grand Strategy 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, War 12.6%, Strategy 10.1%

Inspired by The Iliad and brought to life through the award-winning strategy game series, A Total War Saga: TROY brings a blend of grand, turn-based empire management and spectacular real-time battles to the heart of the Trojan War.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 20%, Historical 16.8%, War 15.1%, 4X 10.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%

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 23%, Historical 12.5%, War 12.5%, Diplomacy 10.4% ★, Military 9.5%

An approachable turn-based grand strategy sandbox. Lead a nation, forge alliances, wage wars and rewrite history. Play solo or with friends, create your own maps and scenarios, and explore community mods on Steam Workshop.

Why similar: Grand Strategy 17%, Diplomacy 13.4% ★, Turn-Based 12.3%, Sandbox 7.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.6%

Strategy simulator of the Great Pyramids period, where you take your path from the unification of Egyptian tribes to the foundation of The First Empire. Developed with the assistance of Egyptologists.

Why similar: 4X 21.5% ★, Turn-Based 19.2%, Historical 16.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Economy 9.9%

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 23.3%, War 21.6%, Military 18.1%, Tactical 14.7%, Management 7.8%