Games Like Precipice

Twilight Struggle is a two-player game where players play as either the US or USSR during the Cold War. Using actual events from history, players must plan out their strategies in order to obtain world dominance. Play Twilight Struggle and change the course of history.

Why similar: Cold War 30.3% ★, Political Sim 19.2% ★, Historical 9.2%, Diplomacy 7.5% ★, Strategy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This definitive board game adaptation perfectly captures the global tug-of-war and brinkmanship of the Cold War era.

Touch the world with your fingertips! Your retro terminal awaits your command, for the balance of power, in this definitive Cold War strategy game. Here you belong; assert your leadership through turn based strategic tit-for-tat, on the brink of mutually assured destruction. Don't let it slip away!

Why similar: Cold War 33.7% ★, Political Sim 24.3% ★, Strategy 7.8%, Board Game 6.3%, War 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep simulation of the Cold War standoff with a heavy focus on diplomatic tension and nuclear deterrence.

Don’t let the Soviet Union collapse, and fall in the darkness of history or lead the Union by a new path – democracy and free market! But before you decide something, think – wouldn’t it cause more harm than good?

Why similar: Political Sim 45.5% ★, Cold War 15.9% ★, Strategy 12.2%, Diplomacy 10% ★, Alternate History 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a complex political simulation of the Soviet Union, requiring players to balance internal stability with external geopolitical pressure.

A Turn-based Strategy game in a futuristic global cold war from the award-winning creators of Out There. Recruit a squad of special agents and run your intel agency to secure the control of the singularity.

Why similar: Political Sim 43.8% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, War 10.7%, Strategy 8.7%, Tactical 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at simulating the espionage and diplomatic maneuvering required to secure technological dominance during the Cold War.

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: Diplomacy 22.7% ★, 4X 14.3% ★, Alternate History 12.8%, War 10.5%, Historical 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the complexities of proxy wars and stabilizing regions through a mix of military and political intervention.

Inspired by the 1983 cult classic film, Wargames, DEFCON superbly evokes the tension, paranoia and suspicion of the Cold War era, playing on the fascinating aspects of psychological gameplay that occur during strategic nuclear warfare.

Why similar: Cold War 37% ★, Diplomacy 24.1% ★, Tactical 13.3%, Strategy 8.7%, Wargame 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses entirely on the terrifying mechanics of nuclear war and the strategic management of global destruction.

Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?

Why similar: Political Sim 62.5% ★, Alternate History 29.9%, Simulation 5.6%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: While set in a fictional world, it provides a masterclass in political decision-making, diplomacy, and managing national stability.

The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.

Why similar: Cold War 57.4% ★, Strategy 15%, Tactical 9%, Great Soundtrack 5%, Alternate History 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based game that captures the clandestine, paranoid atmosphere of Cold War intelligence operations.

The confrontation between the East and the West is coming to an end, but not between East and West Germany. The old party leaders are still sitting in their offices, not changing anything and waiting for exclamations from Moscow. But their end is close – Gorbachev and Kohl have already decided...

Why similar: Cold War 26.9% ★, Political Sim 24.2% ★, Diplomacy 15.2% ★, Alternate History 11.5%, Historical 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a granular look at the political management of Eastern Bloc nations during the collapse of the Soviet sphere.

Defend America from an alternate-universe America using state-of-the-art 1980s military hardware in this intricate and tactical turn-based strategy game.

Why similar: Cold War 38.8% ★, Alternate History 16.2%, War 11.3%, Tactical 8%, Wargame 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical wargame set in an alternate history 1980s that captures the aesthetic and strategic feel of the era.

What if the Warsaw Pact had attacked NATO in the mid-1980s. Or the other way around? Study this titanic conflict, within its most emblematic theater, Germany and Central Europe. Will you be able to achieve your goals without escalating into an uncontrollable nuclear conflict?

Why similar: Political Sim 27.9% ★, Cold War 22.6% ★, Alternate History 11.5%, Strategy 9.1%, Wargame 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A detailed wargame that simulates the potential for a conventional Cold War conflict escalating into a wider war in Europe.

ICBM is a real-time strategy game of nuclear destruction. Research new technologies, build up your nuclear stockpile and use a combination of ships, planes and missiles to strike at the heart of your opponents’ cities while keeping your population safe from harm.

Why similar: Cold War 54.8% ★, War 15.2%, Strategy 11.6%, Tactical 10.7%, Military 6%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the strategic management of nuclear arsenals and the logistics of global nuclear warfare.

Cold War turns hot in 1953: massive hex strategy with nukes, supply, and sabotage.

Why similar: Cold War 37.4% ★, Diplomacy 12.5% ★, Strategy 11.5%, War 9.2%, Wargame 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strategic wargame that explores the early Cold War tensions and the potential for direct military confrontation.

Democracy 4 lets you take the role of President / Prime minister, govern the country (choosing its policies, laws and other actions), and both transform the country as you see fit, while trying to retain enough popularity to get re-elected...

Why similar: Political Sim 44.1% ★, Diplomacy 27.9% ★, Strategy 12.2%, Simulation 6.9%, Tactical 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deep political simulation that forces players to balance policy decisions with public opinion and economic reality.

Arms Race - TCWE is PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR

Why similar: Political Sim 26.8% ★, Cold War 24.4% ★, Diplomacy 12.4% ★, Strategy 10.7%, Alternate History 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the economic and political competition between superpowers during the Cold War era.

Lead your people to glory and write a new chapter of history in Realpolitiks II, a real-time grand strategy game where you lead any contemporary nation in an attempt to secure world dominance.

Why similar: Political Sim 34.1% ★, Politics 29.9% ★, Strategy 18.2%, Simulation 10.8%, Indie 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that emphasizes modern diplomacy, economic management, and political influence.

FIRST STRIKE is a fast paced real time strategy game where you play one of the twelve biggest nuclear superpowers of the world – from known superpowers like the USA to an upstart hellraiser like North Korea – and try to be the last one remaining when the whole world blows to smithereens.

Why similar: Cold War 34.5% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, War 11%, Strategy 8.4%, Tactical 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced strategy game that simplifies the mechanics of nuclear escalation into a tense, high-stakes experience.

Global strategy game about secret societies. You’ll lead the Brotherhood - an organization that juggles the whole world. The key feature of the game is the manipulation of powers. Instead of giving direct orders, the Brotherhood provokes countries into doing what the Brothers want.

Why similar: Politics 32% ★, Political Sim 27.7% ★, Alternate History 12.3%, Historical 8.5%, Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the shadow-side of politics, where players manipulate global events and regimes from behind the scenes.

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: Political Sim 21.8% ★, Historical 14.9%, Diplomacy 14.3% ★, War 14.1%, Strategy 14%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that allows for extensive control over historical map borders and diplomatic relations.

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: Political Sim 21.1% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, 4X 14.1% ★, War 9.9%, Historical 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A political management game where you must navigate the challenges of ruling a rogue nation on the global stage.

Spiritual Successor to the Microprose Classic “Red Storm Rising”.

Why similar: Cold War 49.8% ★, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 10.2%, War 9.3%, Tactical 6%

Why You'll Like It: An immersive naval simulation that captures the tension of Cold War submarine warfare and the constant threat of detection.

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: Diplomacy 19.8% ★, 4X 15.6% ★, Alternate History 14.6%, Historical 9.7%, War 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that allows players to explore alternate history paths and manage the evolution of their civilization.

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: Strategy 16.8%, Diplomacy 16% ★, Alternate History 16%, War 15.8%, Historical 14.8%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for grand strategy, offering unparalleled depth in managing military and political logistics during the mid-20th century.

Addictive yet chill. An immersive Cold War sandbox. Revive the Cold War in this classic strategy game—easy to pick up, yet challenging and deep, offering endless replayability.

Why similar: Politics 23.2% ★, Political Sim 22% ★, Cold War 21.3% ★, Alternate History 7.2%, Historical 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A political and strategic simulation that focuses on the specific challenges of the Cold War era.

Lead the CIA or KGB in a turn-based global strategy. Influence nations, run covert ops, and win the Cold War without firing a shot.

Why similar: Cold War 30.4% ★, Politics 12.9% ★, Strategy 11.8%, Diplomacy 9.6% ★, Political Sim 7.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that focuses on the ideological and military conflicts of the Cold War.

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: Political Sim 22.8% ★, Cold War 17.7% ★, Alternate History 10.8%, Tactical 9.4%, Strategy 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive grand strategy simulation that covers the entire modern era, including the Cold War.

Crisis in the Kremlin is a global real-time political strategy about the Socialist world in its final decade. Shape the fate of the world as you manage economy, foreign relations, and domestic policy. Engage with countries across the globe, using diplomacy or even proxy wars to expand your reach.

Why similar: Cold War 27.2% ★, Political Sim 24.5% ★, Diplomacy 13.1% ★, Alternate History 12.8%, Historical 8.9%

A sardonic take on nationalism and the Cold War though a minimalist and fast paced RTS. Scheme your way through a highly replayable campaign, or conduct some "diplomacy" on your "friends" in multiplayer.

Why similar: Cold War 29.4% ★, Diplomacy 26.4% ★, Political Sim 12.7% ★, Tactical 7.9%, Wargame 7.1%

Can you face the challenges of the Oval Office? Find out in Mr. President, a sandbox simulation of the U.S. presidency. Pursue your legislative agenda. Compete with rivals Russia and China. Deal with crises from 9/11 to COVID-19; and direct the U.S. military against terror groups and rogue states.

Why similar: Political Sim 27.1% ★, Diplomacy 20.6% ★, Historical 10.2%, Strategy 8%, Board Game 6.6%

Lux Alliance is a synchronized-turns strategy war game, inspired by the classic boardgames RISK, Diplomacy and Axis & Allies. Marshall your troops, collaborate with your allies, anticipate your opponents, and capture all the enemy HQs to win!

Why similar: Diplomacy 27.4% ★, Strategy 23.3%, War 12.2%, Historical 11%, Board Game 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that emphasizes territory control and diplomatic maneuvering in a simplified, accessible format.

As the leader of a nation, dispatch and control your team of characters all around the world to destabilize your enemies and establish your supremacy. All methods are fair game: hacking, sabotage, political interference, military strikes, corruption, treachery, assassinations, data theft…

Why similar: Diplomacy 28.7% ★, Political Sim 26.8% ★, 4X 16.6% ★, Strategy 7.6%, Wargame 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical game that incorporates diplomacy and unconventional warfare into its strategic framework.

AfterWar is a simple yet feature-rich strategy game for everyone.

Why similar: Political Sim 27.2% ★, Diplomacy 21.8% ★, Alternate History 10.7%, War 10.1%, Strategy 7.6%

Regiments is a Real-Time Tactics game set in Germany 1989. The Cold War has gone hot, and the inferno is raging. Lead your Regiment through the fires of conflict and the fog of war. Break through the lines, call in artillery, maneuver, feign retreats, stage defenses, counter-attack. Do not relent.

Why similar: Cold War 39.4% ★, Alternate History 14.8%, War 10.6%, Strategy 10.2%, Tactical 8.4%

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: Diplomacy 31.5% ★, Alternate History 20.5%, Strategy 12.9%, War 10.9%, Wargame 10.7%

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: Cold War 37.5% ★, War 11.6%, Historical 9.4%, Strategy 9.2%, Wargame 8.7%

Become the leader of any contemporary country in this streamlined real-time grand strategy game. Use diplomacy, espionage, military and economic power to deal with other nations, while tackling issues such as terrorism, financial crises and medical epidemics, all in an effort to achieve global domination!

Why similar: Politics 27.3% ★, Political Sim 25.2% ★, Diplomacy 24.5% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Historical 5.2%

Lead a Three Kingdoms warlord in a turn-based grand strategy simulation focused on logistics, diplomacy, officer management, and large-scale warfare.

Why similar: Political Sim 26.7% ★, Politics 23.9% ★, War 8.9%, Alternate History 8.2%, Strategy 7.9%

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: Diplomacy 21.4% ★, 4X 14% ★, Alternate History 11.6%, Historical 10.2%, War 10.1%

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: Strategy 28.9%, Historical 26.7%, War 12.5%, Simulation 9%, Military 6.1%

Assume control of a Middle Eastern country recovering from a violent revolution. Forge alliances, grow your economy, invade your neighbors, or pacify your population. Rogue State is a geopolitical strategy game that will force you to always stay one step ahead of your rivals to survive.

Why similar: Political Sim 60.4% ★, Strategy 20.7%, Simulation 13.2%, Indie 5.6%

1789, Paris. Take Napoleon’s place in an alternate history as Céline or César Bonaparte in this ideology driven, turn-based strategy journey. Defend, reform or oppose the monarchy and write your own alternative history by combining cunning political skills and tactical military prowess.

Why similar: Political Sim 24.5% ★, Alternate History 13.8%, 4X 12% ★, Historical 9.8%, War 9%

Cuban Missile Crisis is a real-time strategy game combined with a global turn-based tactical mode, thrusting gamers into a world ravaged by the military-political confrontation between the USA and USSR in 1962.

Why similar: Cold War 51.3% ★, Strategy 48.7%

A turn-based strategy game where you can experience WWII campaigns and explore alternate history scenarios made by the community.

Why similar: Cold War 29.8% ★, Diplomacy 19.8% ★, Alternate History 13.8%, Historical 10.3%, Strategy 8.5%

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: Political Sim 24.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Historical 16.1%, Strategy 15.2%, Alternate History 11.6%

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: Diplomacy 24.7% ★, Alternate History 14.7%, 4X 13.6% ★, Historical 11.7%, War 10.7%

Strategic Mind: The Pacific is a turn-based strategy set in the WW2 period depicting the war between the USA and the Empire of Japan waged in the Pacific Ocean with mindblowing historical accuracy and attention to detail. Two Sides. Two Commanders. Two Destinies.

Why similar: Alternate History 20.1%, War 16.5%, Board Game 15%, Historical 14.3%, Strategy 10.6%

Real-Time Strategy Game. Guide your nation through the most violent era in modern history. Play massive campaigns as one of the principal nations, set-piece scenarios of famous battles, or set your own victory condition and play as any nation in the world in Sandbox mode.

Why similar: Historical 20.9%, War 20%, Strategy 17.3%, Wargame 11.2%, Simulation 10.4%

Turn wealth into political power in this modern Grand Strategy game. Build a global economic empire, manipulate governments, and challenge the world's superpowers through Economic supremacy or military Conquest.

Why similar: Political Sim 34.3% ★, Diplomacy 24.9% ★, 4X 12.7% ★, Wargame 6.6%, Historical 6.2%

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: Diplomacy 22% ★, Political Sim 21.7% ★, War 14.2%, Tactical 10.5%, Strategy 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 15.4% ★, Alternate History 15.3%, Historical 14.6%, Strategy 13%, War 10.7%

As a judge of the Revolutionary Tribunal, preside over complicated cases of ordinary citizens, dangerous criminals, and enemies of the revolution in revolutionary Paris. Make judgments, plot political intrigue, and try to not lose your own head!

Why similar: Political Sim 54% ★, Historical 21.3%, Strategy 13.6%, Simulation 9.2%, Singleplayer 1.9%

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: Strategy 19.1%, 4X 17.8% ★, Historical 14.5%, War 13.2%, Tactical 10%

"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!

Why similar: Politics 21.7% ★, Political Sim 20.7% ★, 4X 11.2% ★, Historical 10%, Strategy 8.2%

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: Diplomacy 22.4% ★, 4X 14.3% ★, Alternate History 13.2%, War 10.5%, Historical 10.2%

Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!

Why similar: Political Sim 29.6% ★, Diplomacy 20.4% ★, 4X 14.1% ★, War 9.5%, Strategy 7.6%

This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.

Why similar: Diplomacy 31.9% ★, Strategy 21.9%, Alternate History 15.2%, Wargame 12.8%, Simulation 7.3%

In Power & Revolution, become a Head of State of one or several countries of your choice and extend your influence on the world, or play as a legal or illegal opposition leader and get ready for the conquest to power!

Why similar: Political Sim 42.5% ★, Politics 38.1% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Simulation 6.4%, War 2.7%

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 20.9%, War 20.8%, Strategy 15.9%, Tactical 14.6%, Wargame 9.2%

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: Political Sim 35% ★, Historical 15.3%, Strategy 12.7%, Diplomacy 10.5% ★, Alternate History 6.9%