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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Simulation, Grand Strategy, Singleplayer.

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You are the 100th challenger. In a world marked by the legacy of 99 predecessors, wield patents as your weapon, build your company, and uncover the hidden truth. Fight through invention, patent filings, licensing, and litigation in this free-to-play business simulation with boss battles and a story.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2026-04-17
Developer: Torasute
Genres: Simulation, Strategy, Free To Play
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Political Mastery
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Powehi Games
    Windows · Mac

    Every decision reshapes the nation’s future. Manage powerful lobbies, control the media narrative, balance swing states, and turn crises into opportunity. In Political Mastery, power hangs by a thread of strategy and reputation. The White House won’t wait for you — you must claim it.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 36%, Simulation 21%, Strategy 18.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Management 7%

  2. #2 March of the Eagles
    96% matchMixed67% of 382 reviews2013
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    “he Who Fears Being Conquered Is Sure Of Defeat.”The war-game March of the Eagles focuses on the dramatic conflicts of Europe during 1805 to 1820. Explore one of the defining periods in European history with this experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy, Paradox Development Studio.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 51%, Strategy 28%, Simulation 21.1%

  3. #3 Dope Wars - The Dopest
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: JohnDou
    Windows · Linux

    Hustle 6 cities. Dodge the cops. Stack millions. The dopest trading game — premium edition, no ads, no IAP, no PTW.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 44.6%, Simulation 28%, Strategy 24.1%, 2D 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  4. #4 Dynasty Game 2
    95% matchMostly Positive72% of 25 reviews2025
    Dev: Yocone
    Windows · Mac

    Core gameplay of the game: operate on a large map, farm, recruit talents, govern, create, trade, build armies, conquer cities and territories, and defend strategic passes to ensure the safety of one side. Suitable for players who enjoy governing the country, farming, and opening up new territories 

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 33.1%, Simulation 21.6%, Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

  5. #5 Metawork - Antique Shop Simulator
    94% matchMixed56% of 16 reviews2025
    Dev: Flugames
    Windows

    Run your own antique shop: buy, restore, and sell rare items. Expand your business, unlock new areas, and protect your store from thieves!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 40.6%, Simulation 32.6%, Strategy 25.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  6. #6 Hearth & Shadow
    93% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Ilya873Pub: OPG EUPHORE
    Windows

    Build, expand, and destroy. In this card strategy game, you're not just surviving — you're fighting a war. Collect poker combinations, manage individual decks of Outposts, and use powerful artifacts. Your goal is to completely clear the map of monsters.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 48.1%, Strategy 26.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.7%, Simulation 9.4%, 2D 3.8%

  7. #7 Sengoku
    94% 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 50.3%, Strategy 27.7%, Simulation 22%

  8. #8 War of Resistance
    91% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: chenjd
    Windows

    In this turn-based strategy game simulating the Second Sino-Japanese War, players will take on the role of the Communist forces, fighting against the Japanese army in the upcoming War of Resistance, and later, battling the Republic of China to win the Civil War.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 38.5%, Simulation 25.2%, Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, 2D 2.2%

  9. #9 Oraiah
    92% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: PageBoy
    Windows

    Become the King of your own nation and restore the ancient empire of Oraiah. Claim the imperial throne by submitting your enemies by strength or by shining so much that it will force the other pretenders to the throne to submit to you. What will you do, my Lord?

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.4%, Simulation 28.2%, Strategy 25.1%, Management 13%, 2D 2.5%

  10. #10 The Terminal 2
    91% matchMostly Negative26% of 176 reviews2014
    Dev: FrameLineNetwork
    Windows

    'The Terminal 2' game is a realistic airport management game. Land, park, unload, load, fuel and take off your fleet. The better you play the more planes you get every game-day. Expand your airport with more jetways, runways and terminal buildings. Connect the local transportation to get more passengers to your Terminal complex.

    Why similar: Simulation 45.8%, Strategy 41.8%, Management 12.4%

  11. #11 Airport Master
    90% matchMostly Negative26% of 58 reviews2017
    Dev: STICLI Games
    Windows

    Very detailed game about airport management and aviation in general, including Real World aircraft, procedures, IFR\VFR traffic, ATC, resources, upgrades and sounds! Enjoy the Ultimate Airport Management Experience!

    Why similar: Simulation 42.4%, Strategy 40.2%, Management 17.4%

  12. #12 三国記II
    88% matchPositive83% of 40 reviews2022
    Dev: lufy
    Windows · Mac

    《三国记II》是三国记系列的第2部作品,是一款正统的历史模拟策略游戏。以中国东汉末年的三国时期为总体背景,围绕着争夺大陆霸权,展开了一系列的故事。 《三国记II》采取直接在大地图上进行游戏和战斗,让玩家体验征战四方的快感。

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.4%, Strategy 23%, Simulation 21.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, 2D 2.2%

  13. #13 Europa Universalis III: Divine Wind
    89% matchPositive80% of 45 reviews2011
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows

    The 4th expansion of the classic historical strategy game Europa Universalis III enhances every aspect of the game to create a deeper experience.

    Why similar: Strategy 55.3%, Grand Strategy 44.7%

  14. #14 Anime Studio Saga
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Night Llama Games
    Windows

    Embark on Anime Studio Saga! Go from a Manga Artist living with your mom to establishing your anime studio, create chart-topping series, developing talent, and pioneer new stories. Ascend to industry leadership, captivating a global fanbase as the unparalleled anime visionary!

    Why similar: Simulation 41.6%, Strategy 35.5%, Management 15.7%, 2D 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  15. #15 Dopamine Racing
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dopamine
    Windows

    A thrilling pixel-art horse racing betting game! Watch your favorite Dopanis charge down the track with their own unique racing styles — Frontrunner, Pacer, Chaser, or Closer. Place your bets across Win, Exacta, Trio, and more. Can you predict the winner? Your dopamine is about to go wild!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 39.3%, Simulation 23.9%, Strategy 20.8%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, PvE 2.8%

  16. #16 Pride of Nations
    87% matchMixed49% of 136 reviews2011
    Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    Pride of Nations is a turn-based historical strategy game set in the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country and guides it through industrialization, military conquest, and colonization.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 50.1%, Strategy 29%, Simulation 19.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%

  17. #17 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
    82% 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 51.1%, Strategy 28%, Simulation 20.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  18. #18 Arsenal of Democracy: A Hearts of Iron Game
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 387 reviews2010
    Dev: BL-LogicPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Taking place from 1936-64, Arsenal of Democracy lets you play as any nation during the era of WW2, complete with detailed models for economics, diplomacy, research, and intelligence. Warfare is also fully represented with all three branches of operations: land, sea, and air.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 58%, Strategy 42%

  19. #19 Global Fortune
    84% 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: Simulation 44.4%, Strategy 43.3%, Management 12.3%

  20. #20 Game Tycoon 1.5
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Negative15% of 663 reviews2014
    Dev: Sunlight Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Welcome to the Game Industry!The year is 1982. Three young entrepreneurs discover the computer and potential to strike it rich in the Games Industry! Their love for computer games is a common bond that they all share but they are also in fierce competition with one another in a race to build a successful Games Development House…They...

    Why similar: Simulation 56.1%, Strategy 29.7%, Management 14.2%

  21. #21 Crusader Kings Complete
    83% matchMixed62% of 240 reviews2012
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    Europe is in turmoil. The lands are fragmented into petty fiefs and the Emperor struggles with the Pope. At this very moment the Pope has declared that those who go to liberate the Holy Land will be freed of all sins. Gather prestige and piety and the world will whisper your name in awe.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 61.9%, Strategy 38.1%

  22. #22 Airport Simulator 2019
    82% 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: Simulation 53.7%, Strategy 46.3%

  23. #23 EEP Train Simulator Mission
    81% matchMostly Negative20% of 15 reviews2017
    Dev: Trend Redaktions- und Verlagsgesellschaft mbH
    Windows

    Are you ready for a job in the railways industrie?EEP TS Mission is a true innovation. For the first time in the history of EEP, the world's most successful railway simulation , you have the opportunity to take on complex tasks in the railway industrie inmidst realistic scenarios.And there's plenty of work to do.

    Why similar: Simulation 53.7%, Strategy 46.3%

  24. #24 Soviet Monsters: Ekranoplans
    81% matchMostly Negative38% of 34 reviews2016
    Dev: santasco.comPub: IV Productions
    Windows

    You are in charge of the day to day running of the Ekranoplan program. Manage resources and staff to keep your craft operational. When a mission arrives from on high you must be ready to face the challenge and pilot your Ekranoplan / command the crew to a successful and glorious outcome!

    Why similar: Simulation 54.2%, Strategy 45.8%

  25. #25 Nightclub Emporium
    80% matchNegative7% of 15 reviews2015
    Dev: United Independent Entertainment
    Windows

    Start your own enterprising odyssey and turn night into day as the boss of your very own Nightclub Emporium!

    Why similar: Simulation 54.6%, Strategy 45.4%

  26. #26 Carpe Deal 'Em
    79% 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: Simulation 52.7%, Strategy 47.3%

  27. #27 Ironclads 2: War of the Pacific
    79% 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: Simulation 52.5%, Strategy 47.5%

  28. #28 Cosmic Buddies Town
    78% 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: Simulation 52.5%, Strategy 47.5%

  29. #29 Traffic Giant
    77% 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: Simulation 52.5%, Strategy 47.5%

  30. #30 The Race for the White House 2016
    78% 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: Simulation 52.5%, Strategy 47.5%

  31. #31 IndustrySim Virtual Platform
    74% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  32. #32 Hotel Giant
    75% 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: Simulation 52%, Strategy 48%

  33. #33 Nature Zen
    73% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  34. #34 Wars of Succession
    75% 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: Simulation 51.9%, Strategy 48.1%

  35. #35 M.U.D. TV
    76% 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: Simulation 52.1%, Strategy 47.9%

  36. #36 Industry Transporters
    74% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  37. #37 Cosmic Cash
    73% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  38. #38 Noble In Exile / 落魄之家
    71% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  39. #39 The Great Art Race
    71% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  40. #40 大戦略SSB2
    65% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2026
    Dev: Systemsoft beta, Inc.
    Windows

    Wield over 300 modern weapons, from jets to tanks, and outmaneuver rival forces with your strategy. From small islands to massive total-war maps, turn-based battles let both newcomers and veterans play at their own pace.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 38.4%, Simulation 24.3%, Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.9%, Singleplayer 0.4%

  41. #41 Shop Tycoon The Boss
    70% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  42. #42 ALVAROK
    70% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  43. #43 Oligopoly: Industrial Revolution
    70% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  44. #44 Antiquitas
    69% 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: Simulation 50.6%, Strategy 49.4%

  45. #45 Conflict of Heroes: Awakening the Bear
    69% 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: Simulation 51.4%, Strategy 48.6%

  46. #46 Lukewarm Ironclad
    66% 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 51%, Simulation 49%

  47. #47 Dungeon Manager ZV
    67% 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: Simulation 50.3%, Strategy 49.7%

  48. #48 TerTD
    66% 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: Simulation 50.1%, Strategy 49.9%

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