- #1 Gaia's Decision
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miraoriem
Windows
Dr. Gaia believes that planets are living beings with the natural system within them. From his point of view, the people who kill nature are the cancer cells of this planet. The world needs treatment.
Why similar: Strategy 40%, Simulation 35.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.4%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #2 Project Tarvotan
97% matchMixed59% of 71 reviews2015
Dev: FlagmanJeremy
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Project Tarvotan allows you to explore the depths of the Milky Way and local universe. Use your wit and resources at hand to plan out your path through each sector. Your demise lurks around every decision. Can you survive long enough and restore balance to the universe?
Why similar: Strategy 46.6%, Simulation 25.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.1%, Indie 3.9%
- #3 Battles For Spain
96% matchPositive81% of 32 reviews2019
Dev: Headquarter S.L.Pub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
This game represents Four Battles of the Spanish Civil War, battles of Ebro, Teruel, Guadalajara and Merida or La Serena. Players can play as Nationalists, Republican or both in player vs player game. Unit size is battalion for infantry and cavalry, company or battalion for armoured cars or tanks, batteries for artillery and squadron for...
Why similar: Strategy 36%, Simulation 30.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.7%, Indie 4.7%
- #4 In Search of a Home
94% matchMostly Negative33% of 15 reviews2019
Dev: Ghostly Bear Games
Windows
In Search of a Home (ISH) is a strategy rogue-like space exploration game where you lead a small fleet of ships and people out into unknown galaxies to find a new home. Not everyone will make it to your new home, and not everything is essential.
Why similar: Strategy 47.2%, Simulation 27.4%, Roguelite 19.1%, Indie 6.3%
- #5 BackToThreeKingdoms
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BecoachStudio
Windows
Back To Three Kingdoms is a turn-based tactical wargame .You play as a food delivery man who travels back to the the Three Kingdoms period. Assemble an army led by three powerful generals to take on a series of distinct levels . Unlock more unique generals and formidable equipment as you progress.
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 31.2%, Roguelite 26.7%, 2D 5.7%, Indie 1.7%
- #6 魔法迷域
92% matchVery Positive94% of 119 reviews2021
Dev: 武汉幻狮科技有限公司
Windows
魔法迷域是卡牌构筑+Roguelike+战旗
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.9%, Strategy 29.2%, Roguelite 27%, Indie 3.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #7 Star Merchant
94% matchMixed66% of 180 reviews2017
Dev: SimProse StudiosPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Star Merchant is a galactic trading sim where you become a space entrepreneur. Buy and sell items, fight pirates, upgrade your ship and try to meet your goal without going broke!
Why similar: Strategy 46.2%, Simulation 27%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Resource Management 8.3%, Indie 4%
- #8 Lukewarm Ironclad
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ethereal Crack
Windows
You thought that you've had terrible bosses before? Wrong. It is now up to you to lay tracks, harass unionized workers, build resorts, blow up towns, bring in tourists, irreparably alter the weather, and overall make a lot of cash. Puzzle meets strategy in this live-action business simulation game.
Why similar: Strategy 55.9%, Simulation 44.1%
- #9 Global Fortune
93% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: 9th Floor ArcadePub: 9th Floor Arcade Inc
Windows · Mac
Global Fortune is a business management game on a global scale. Build and manage a global supply chain, take advantage of regional specialties in production, and ship your products around the world to maximize your profits. How large can your corporate empire be?
Why similar: Strategy 47.8%, Simulation 40.2%, Resource Management 12%
- #10 HUNGER
91% matchMostly Negative32% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Black Smerch
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 99%
HUNGER: Computer game in the genre of survival, telling the story of a lonely soldier, abandoned to an unexplored island. People say that there is life on this island and the settlers of this island are building their civilization there.
Why similar: Strategy 46.7%, Simulation 42%, Indie 6.3%, 2D 5%
- #11 Police Tactics: Imperio
89% matchMixed62% of 423 reviews2016
Dev: CyberphobX Ltd.Pub: astragon Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
In POLICE TACTICS: IMPERIO you start your career as an aspiring police chief in Newport Falls, a city that is dirty and corrupt to its core. You are responsible for upholding law and order. Coordinate the emergency vehicles and personnel of the municipal precinct and put a stop to crime.
Why similar: Strategy 55.1%, Simulation 44.9%
- #12 TerTD
88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: TeraHard
Windows
TerTD is a mix of tower defense and real-time strategy. The player can build various types of towers and choose your favorite upgrades. Defeat the enemy and get the victory!
Why similar: Strategy 54.8%, Simulation 45.2%
- #13 Late Night Empire
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ThroneGutter
Windows
Build your dream late-night TV empire in this deep management sim. Book celebrity guests, shape your show's identity, hire staff, craft unforgettable episodes, and battle rival networks for ratings, relevance, and cultural dominance in a living entertainment world of fame.
Why similar: Strategy 35.4%, Simulation 34.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 29%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #14 IndustrySim Virtual Platform
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IndustrySim Ltd.
Windows
IndustrySim Virtual Platform is an award-winning, industry-themed serious game about constructing, operating and managing an industrial environment. The professional-level simulation engine, along with real-life events and gamification, enables you to learn and experiment while having a lot of gameplay fun.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #15 Nature Zen
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Octane
Windows · Linux
Nature Zen the first game created by Team Octane. In the game the player plays as god, manipulating the terrain that animals live on. Will you create an ecosystem full of happy animals, or will everything go extinct because of a lack of food in the area.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #16 Dungeon Manager ZV
84% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2015
Dev: StudioGIWPub: Zoo Corporation
Windows
Japan’s megahit dungeon simulation game is now in English and available globally. Manage your own dungeon and micro-manage your zombies, monsters, minions and traps. Think strategically to summon your forces, level them up and defend against endless invaders and boss units.
Why similar: Strategy 54.5%, Simulation 45.5%
- #17 Antiquitas
83% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: Ape Apps
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build a thriving Roman empire in this offline city-building simulation game.
Why similar: Strategy 54.3%, Simulation 45.7%
- #18 Noble In Exile / 落魄之家
81% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2019
Dev: LemoNeko Software
Windows
As one of a once noble family, design and build your own ancient Chinese town using your remaining resources and influence. Plan and manage every industry and every store individually. Casual on simulation, hardcore on management.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #19 Lords of the Realm III
82% matchMixed55% of 49 reviews2015
Dev: Impressions GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
When it comes to medieval real-time strategy, Lords of the Realm III flies the flag high. Whether it's maneuvering troops on the battlefield, negotiating trade and alliances, or overseeing armies across the lands, RTS fans will find plenty here to enjoy.
Why similar: Strategy 57.8%, Simulation 42.2%
- #20 ALVAROK
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: StudioGIWPub: Zoo Corporation
Windows
Japanese Indie developer StudioGIW is back with ALVAROK, a fun and easy-to-play Tactical Defense game. Play locally with friends or hone your skills against the computer with its built-in deep learning AI system. Adapt and strategize, utilize your various troops to defend and attack simultaneously.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #21 Industry Transporters
79% matchMostly Negative25% of 48 reviews2015
Dev: Markus FickPub: MK game production
Windows
An economic simulation where you build up production chains as effectively as possible on a large scale terrain. You can choose from a large variety of wares and buildings to build up your production chain and use up to 4 types of transportation.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #22 Conflict of Heroes: Awakening the Bear
78% matchMixed59% of 39 reviews2016
Dev: Western Civilization SoftwarePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
This exciting new release is a faithful adaptation of the renowned Conflict of Heroes board game that won the Origins Historical Game of the Year, Charles Roberts Wargame of the Year and the James F. Dunnigan Design Elegance Award, as well as many others!
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #23 Oligopoly: Industrial Revolution
75% matchMixed44% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: Viny Game Studio
Windows · Linux
Oligopoly is a strategy game where you have to set up the production, distribution and trade of various goods. Exploit natural resources, build factories and infrastructures, produce goods and distribute them using trucks, trains or ships.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #24 Shop Tycoon The Boss
75% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: JNA Game
Windows
Shop tycoon the Boss is a store simulation.You have to run your store as well as possible.There are as few as possible when running the storerestrictions. Making it pretty realistic.Every decision you take has always consequences.In the rest of the game.Will you become our new Shop owner?
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #25 Cosmic Cash
74% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Rabbit Hole Studios
Windows
Ever wonder what baby a slot machine and a classic shooter would make? Well wonder no more! Cosmic Cash combines the retro action packed feel of arcade shooters with the thrill of winning big at the slots.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #26 Hotel Giant
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 24 reviews2019
Dev: QLOCPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Become the ultimate hotel-mogul! You now have the chance to prove your managerial and planning skills in the hotel industry.
Why similar: Strategy 52.9%, Simulation 47.1%
- #27 Wars of Succession
73% matchPositive84% of 37 reviews2018
Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Ageod’s Wars of Succession is a new game designed to cover two major wars that consumed Europe at the eve of the 18th Century.
Why similar: Strategy 52.9%, Simulation 47.1%
- #28 Space Battle Core
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Korion
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space Battle Core is a new 4X sci-fi game combining turn based hex combat gameplay with a real-time exploration experience.After the Earth’s demise, it is your task to recreate and spread human civilization in space.
Why similar: Strategy 50%, Simulation 43.5%, Indie 6.5%
- #29 Traffic Giant
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 164 reviews2018
Dev: QLOCPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Traffic Giant is an amazing simulation game that brings public transport on the right track.
Why similar: Strategy 52.4%, Simulation 47.6%
- #30 Idle Cooking Emperor
71% matchMixed54% of 145 reviews2019
Dev: Shugasu GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 118.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
You live in a world where cooking is everything. You start out weak and then train with the goal to become the best cook in the world. Fight cooking battles, raise fairies, own restaurants, become rich!
Why similar: Strategy 59.5%, Simulation 40.5%
- #31 Time of Fury
72% matchMixed60% of 92 reviews2014
Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Time of Fury takes you right into the European Theater of Operations. Strategic Command is the essence of winning the war and in Time of Fury the World War 2 is just huge, ideal for every strategy game fan.
Why similar: Strategy 59%, Simulation 41%
- #32 The Great Art Race
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 177 reviews
Dev: Ascaron Entertainment ltd.Pub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%
The famous art collection of your family was stolen. By investing the profits of your coffee or tobacco plantations you might have the chance to save the heritage of your ancestors – but only if you manage your colonial enterprise wisely.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 46.5%
- #33 Cosmic Buddies Town
70% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Ghost ClustersPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Part of an Animated Educational series for children between 1 to 7 years old – this time, we need to get straight to work helping the Cosmic Buddies build their town! Collect wood, food and other resources to turn a deserted island into your dream adventure land!
Why similar: Strategy 52.3%, Simulation 47.7%
- #34 Twisty Tumble (VR)
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pixel After Pixel
Windows
It's a tricky puzzle game in Virtual Reality. Chill out in the calm, hypnotic undersea environment, and challenge your mind to reassemble the pyramids!
Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, Simulation 43.4%, Indie 6.7%
- #35 The Parchment - For The Realm
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PatuTec
Windows
The Parchment is a turn-based strategie game, pitting different houses against each other in the fight for the crown. Use diplomacy, intrigue, trade and your military to subjugate other houses into vassalship or wipe them from history altogether.
Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, Simulation 43.4%, Indie 6.7%
- #36 Future Simulation World
61% matchMixed57% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: KANNADE
Windows
Drawing on the existing real-world data and current state-of-the-art research and exploration results, and taking into account historical data provided by the World Bank, a streamlined and relatively sensible data model that outlines all possible options for future development is built.
Why similar: Strategy 49.2%, Simulation 44.2%, Indie 6.6%
- #37 Libertad o Muerte!
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: Headquarter S.L.Pub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
Libertad o Muerte!, the wars of independence of the Spanish Colonies is a turn-based game in 19th century America. Players are the Patriots, fighting for freedom, or the Royalists, trying to keep the empire under Spanish control. Who will prevail?
Why similar: Strategy 42.9%, Simulation 36.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Indie 5.7%
- #38 BIGHARDSUN
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pavel Smushkovich
Windows
You were exiled to an old castle in the desert. Command people, monitor their condition, explore, improve the castle, and make tough decisions - all to survive! And while you're struggling with the hottest summer, the temperature is only rising, and the storms won't subside.
Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, Simulation 43.4%, Indie 6.7%
- #39 Ironclads 2: War of the Pacific
70% matchMixed63% of 38 reviews2016
Dev: Totem GamesPub: Strategy First
Windows
Create your fleet and army, hunt the enemy's fleet, hide your weak squadrons in protected ports until reinforcements arrive, blockade enemy trade routes, struggle for dominance over the seas! Command a battle formation and experience the power of iron and steam!
Why similar: Strategy 52.3%, Simulation 47.7%
- #40 M.U.D. TV
72% matchMixed41% of 190 reviews2010
Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Always wanted to see if you can hack the day-to-day life of a TV producer? Here's your chance! M.U.D. TV is your ticket to the weird wild world of television.
Why similar: Strategy 52.8%, Simulation 47.2%
- #41 Initiative
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Indelve
Windows · Mac
Initiative is an Aerospace Company Manager. Build and grow your aerospace company on Earth and be the first to establish a self-sustainable colony on Mars.
Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, Simulation 43.4%, Indie 6.7%
- #42 The Race for the White House 2016
69% matchMixed45% of 29 reviews2016
Dev: Eversim
Windows
Play as a real-world candidate and completely immerse yourself into the 2016 presidential election! Travel around the United States, try to woo voters across the country, create your own political agenda, skillfully manage your campaign budget... and perhaps you will be the next White House occupant!
Why similar: Strategy 52.3%, Simulation 47.7%
- #43 Carpe Deal 'Em
69% match9 user reviews56% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: DDD Wares
Windows · Linux
Carpe Deal 'Em is a life simulator / card game hybrid, with elements from the visual novel / CYOA genres.
Why similar: Strategy 52.2%, Simulation 47.8%
- #44 城市生存计划 / City Survival Project
66% matchMixed68% of 57 reviews2019
Dev: HAN GUANG
Windows · Mac
The player will play as someone trying to make it in the big city. Within 90 days, the game abstracts the difficulties, pressures, and choices in the form of continuous decision making. This decision-making game is based on a combination of talented and professional pathways, there are over dozens of career paths to advance and over 50...
Why similar: Strategy 48.6%, Simulation 43.3%, Indie 6.7%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #45 Airport Simulator 2019
68% matchMostly Negative29% of 153 reviews2018
Dev: KittehfacePub: Toplitz
Windows
Airport Simulator 2019 places you as the manager of a major international airport. Your duties range from planning and allocating personnel to procuring and maintaining a vehicle fleet, facility maintenance and handling ever larger aircraft from a variety of airlines.
Why similar: Strategy 51.2%, Simulation 48.8%