- #1 Fire Isle
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SneezeDev
Windows
Set the world ablaze in Fire Isle! Choose your fire —Happy, Sad, Angry, or Grumpy— and vs. your friends online to see who can scorch the most of a tropical paradise. Keep your flames alive as rising costs, rainstorms, and other fires try to snuff you out. Can you conquer the Isle?
Why similar: Hex Grid 34.6% ★, Strategy 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Multiplayer 9.9%, 4X 9.4% ★
- #2 扩张吧王国 Expand the Kingdom
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: 奥特斯盗
Windows
"Expand the Kingdom" is a strategy game based on construction and expansion. In the game, you need to expand and plan land, acquire resources to maintain the internal balance of the kingdom, and survive and defeat all opponents in the competition between kingdoms.
Why similar: Hex Grid 49.9% ★, 4X 13.9% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.8%, War 4.4%
- #3 Crow's Foot
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Thelix
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based hex strategy you can finish over lunch. Outsmart AI rivals, each with their own grudges, ambitions, and breaking points. Conquer provinces, command knights, scouts, assassins, and more. Unlock rule-bending scrolls. Go bankrupt and your own army defects.
Why similar: 4X 24.6% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Hex Grid 9.3% ★
- #4 Revival: Recolonization
95% matchMixed69% of 425 reviews2024
Dev: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Set in a post-apoc version of Earth, Revival is a 4x strategy game where the world and its rules can change at key moments, creating a deep and highly replayable experience.
Why similar: Hex Grid 26.1% ★, Diplomacy 17.5% ★, 4X 17.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.5%, Economy 7.1%
- #5 From Village to Empire
94% matchMostly Positive70% of 57 reviews2018
Dev: Witch Laboratory
Windows · Linux
From Village to Empire is an indie turn based strategy game with a historical setting. Build cities, research technologies, and train units to discover new lands and conquer the world!
Why similar: Hex Grid 29.7% ★, 4X 19% ★, Strategy 17.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.7%, War 7%
- #6 Mech and Tech 1
93% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: colmer_it UG
Windows · Mac
Conquer. Build. Survive. A tactical strategy game on procedural hex grids - intense, deep. Plan every move: establish your base, secure supply lines, and unleash suppression fire against all who stand in your way. Research new technologies - improve your units. Play solo, co-op, or PvP.
Why similar: Hex Grid 24.7% ★, Strategy 16.9%, 4X 16.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Multiplayer 9.8%
- #7 Hexpand
93% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: kafk
Windows · Mac
Real-time multiplayer strategy on the actual map of Earth. Spread hex territory across continents, capture cities for income, launch planes around the globe, and broker alliances you'll probably betray. 5–20 minute matches. The world is on the table.
Why similar: Hex Grid 36.4% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, Strategy 16.3%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Team-Based 4.9%
- #8 Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War
92% matchVery Positive82% of 18,612 reviews2018
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.
Why similar: Hex Grid 25.6% ★, 4X 24.5% ★, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Multiplayer 7.3%
- #9 Imperialist
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BRR Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
From a veteran 4X Strategy developer comes a new deep strategy game of logistics, empire, and control. Develop the New World, industrialise your capital, manage your growing Empire, and outmanoeuvre rivals to become history's first Superpower. Can you exploit the New World to control the Old?
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.2% ★, 4X 20.2% ★, Hex Grid 16.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9%, Strategy 8.8%
- #10 Frostward
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KoPoint Games
Windows
Plan industrial districts and strive toward monumental wonders while defending humanity against hostile forces and the endless winter.
Why similar: Hex Grid 34.6% ★, 4X 26.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Strategy 11%, Tactical 6.6%
- #11 Beard of Stone
90% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Dwarfaparte Games
Windows
4x turn based strategy mixed with real time (turn stealing) bidding mechanics. Complete single player or competitive online matches with up to 4 players in a single sitting, while telling the history of a fantasy world from the creation of its continents to the twilight of its gods.
Why similar: Hex Grid 28.2% ★, 4X 26.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Strategy 12.2%, Multiplayer 10.2%
- #12 Diehexegy
89% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Aebersoft
Windows · Linux
Diehexegy is a hex grid turn-based 4x game with a unique twist: your armies are composed of dice. It has multiple victory conditions and straightforward gameplay.
Why similar: 4X 29.5% ★, Hex Grid 24.8% ★, Strategy 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Multiplayer 6%
- #13 Tartaria: Frozen Frontier
88% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Rubedo Games
Windows
Lead your clan, build settlements, and survive enemy raids in a turn-based strategy set in the harsh northern lands.
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.7% ★, 4X 19.5% ★, Diplomacy 11.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Strategy 9.3%
- #14 Ultakia
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Simon Alber
Windows
Ultakia is a turn-based space 4X strategy game with distinctive resource management. Explore exotic systems and acquire powerful technologies. Exploit your planets, trade with other races and destroy those who stand in your way.
Why similar: Hex Grid 34.5% ★, 4X 23.5% ★, Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Strategy 9.8%
- #15 Pollute & Conquer
87% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: GOSHA GAMES
Windows
An economic war over territories and resources is raging on the planet. Will you destroy the planet and all life on it in the chaos of pollution... or prevent the end of the world by developing new technologies? Play with friends using "Steam Remote" or play against smart AI!
Why similar: Hex Grid 28.6% ★, 4X 13.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Economy 9.8%, Strategy 9.6%
- #16 Millennia
86% matchMixed67% of 3,777 reviews2024
Dev: C Prompt GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 36.2 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: 4X 19.7% ★, Hex Grid 18.2% ★, Diplomacy 17.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Strategy 8.7%
- #17 Numeral Lord
86% matchVery Positive91% of 69 reviews2022
Dev: Flint Games
Windows
minimalism strategy game
Why similar: Hex Grid 21% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, 4X 17.1% ★, Strategy 15.6%, Multiplayer 11.5%
- #18 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
84% matchMixed48% of 58,486 reviews2025
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.6 hrsMean: 49.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Lead empires that evolve or endure through the Ages. Build something you believe in with Sid Meier's Civilization® VII.
Why similar: Hex Grid 21.3% ★, Diplomacy 19.2% ★, 4X 16.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7.9%, Strategy 7.3%
- #19 Demise of Nations
85% matchVery Positive81% of 556 reviews2017
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.
Why similar: Hex Grid 31.3% ★, 4X 22.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12%, Strategy 11%, Multiplayer 9.4%
- #20 Last Days of Old Earth
84% matchMixed60% of 57 reviews2016
Dev: Auroch DigitalPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Last Days of Old Earth is a rich strategy game set in our far, far future where the sun is dying. Can you command the last noble tribes of humanity as they attempt to survive among the machines and marauding clans?
Why similar: Hex Grid 38.3% ★, Strategy 16.4%, 4X 15.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Multiplayer 9.9%
- #21 The Mystic
83% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: PipeDream
Windows
The Mystic is a dark fantasy, turn-based strategy game. Become a follower of the first gods, gain their favour, overthrow the High King by innovative combat and magic systems and establish harmony. The game offers an exciting campaign full of twists, battles and difficult decisions and multiplayer.
Why similar: 4X 27.5% ★, Hex Grid 24.2% ★, Strategy 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, Procedural Generation 4.1%
- #22 Mordfield Command
82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Software Verde, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Set in a world seized by machines, Mordfield Command is a turn-based hex wargame. Reclaim territory under mounting pressure and expand your control of the battlefield. Move too slowly, and the Algorithm’s growing forces will overrun you.
Why similar: Hex Grid 28.7% ★, 4X 20.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.1%, Strategy 8.9%, Multiplayer 7.9%
- #23 Wizard Warfare
82% matchVery Positive97% of 63 reviews2019
Dev: Psyanotek Limited
Windows
Wizard Warfare is a fantasy-themed, 4X-style, turn-based strategy game with a strategic empire management layer supported by a detailed tactical battle simulation layer.
Why similar: 4X 31% ★, Hex Grid 19.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Strategy 14.5%, Tactical 9.2%
- #24 Hex Kingdoms
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Sunset GamesPub: SIG Publishing
Windows
Hex Kingdoms is a turn-based strategy game set in medevial times with fantasy themes. Expand your kingdom, set up your defenses, train soldiers and monsters to become the only ruler of the land.
Why similar: Hex Grid 28.7% ★, 4X 21% ★, Strategy 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, War 9.1%
- #25 Shardorium
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Turtle Speed Development
Windows · Mac · Linux
Indie turn-based strategy game. Capture the whole shard by defeating their guards, build your own stronghold, level up your heroes and equip most powerful items!
Why similar: Hex Grid 48.3% ★, 4X 16.5% ★, Strategy 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Tactical 2.5%
- #26 Pandora: First Contact
81% matchMixed63% of 645 reviews2014
Dev: Proxy StudiosPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 41.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.
Why similar: 4X 35.2% ★, Hex Grid 22.7% ★, Strategy 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Multiplayer 6%
- #27 ENDLESS Legend™
79% matchVery Positive83% of 19,068 reviews2014
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 29.7% ★, Hex Grid 24.8% ★, Strategy 20.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Multiplayer 6.3%
- #28 Ever War
78% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Autware
Windows
Ever War is a turn-based strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. This game combines empire-building, resource management and large-scale tactical turn-based battles.
Why similar: Hex Grid 30.4% ★, 4X 25.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Strategy 10.6%, Economy 8.3%
- #29 Empis
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kyle Meadows
Windows
Empis is a turn-based strategy game that focuses on short and sweet multiplayer matches. Choose from individual factions each with their own unique units and upgrades, unlock technology, and build sprawling cities with buildings and fortifications.
Why similar: Hex Grid 35.3% ★, 4X 19.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Strategy 11.1%, Procedural Generation 6.2%
- #30 EOL: End Of Line
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MLS Games, LLC
Windows
A sci-fi turn-based strategy game, no gimmicky mechanics just pure 4x glory.
Why similar: 4X 27.9% ★, Hex Grid 20.4% ★, Strategy 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #31 Sid Meier's Civilization® V
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 210,570 reviews2010
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 28.9 hrsMean: 125.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.7%, Hex Grid 19.1% ★, Strategy 17.1%, 4X 15.9% ★, Multiplayer 9.3%
- #32 军团战棋Legion War
77% matchVery Positive90% of 826 reviews2021
Dev: Bear & Cat Studio
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 42.9 hrs≥1hr: 53%
"Legion War" is a 4X strategy game in a fantasy setting. You can build and expand your territory, explore unknown lands, and search for mysterious treasure, cultivate your own heroes and troops while exterminating your opponent's, and challenge the god who rules the world behind the scenes.
Why similar: Hex Grid 38.7% ★, 4X 24.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Strategy 12.7%, Tactical 5%
- #33 Fealty
76% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: ToddMakesGames
Windows · Mac
A turn-based war game where you must fight for the throne! Use tactics, strategy and magic to wage war. Destroy your enemies with steel and fireballs, or force them to bend the knee, and you will be king of the island!
Why similar: Hex Grid 33.5% ★, 4X 20.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Strategy 7.2%, War 6.1%
- #34 Waves of the Atlantide
76% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2019
Dev: Metaphore Games SAS
Windows
A finite world with infinite resources. Defeat your opponents before the world collapses under your empire in this epic Battle Royale 4X RTS! A tidal wave is putting an end to this continent, will you make it through?
Why similar: Hex Grid 27.4% ★, Strategy 23.6%, Artificial Intelligence 16.5%, 4X 14.8% ★, Top-Down 5.1%
- #35 Timeline
75% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Taueon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Timeline is a turn-based strategy game where you can play through the human history from stone age to modern times. In the game you command wide range of units, make them collect resources and build buildings, towns and cities, explore the map and meet other players controlled by AI.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.1% ★, Hex Grid 20% ★, 4X 19.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Economy 8.5%
- #36 Havenreach: Last Refuge
74% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Leonix Games Studio
Windows
Fight for your people’s survival in this turn-based strategy game as you compete against other refugees for land. Expand tile by tile, defend your borders, and sustain your people through gathering or force. A streamlined 4X experience designed to finish in one sitting.
Why similar: Hex Grid 28.8% ★, 4X 23.1% ★, Diplomacy 16.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Strategy 10.2%
- #37 Sorcerer Lord
75% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: PSSPub: MIRROR Soft
Windows · Linux
The Shadowlord, the evil sorcerer who rules the Northern Shadowlands, has invaded the ancient lands of Galanor. In this fantasy wargame simulation, you must gather the free forces of Galanor and stem the advancing might of the Shadowland.
Why similar: Strategy 37.4%, Hex Grid 33.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Top-Down 7.4%, Tactical 7.3%
- #38 Annhexation
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: James Randall
Windows · Mac
Conquer the world in an evening. 4X distilled. Eight civilisations, three victory paths, complete games in 3-4 hours. No twelve-hour death marches. No spreadsheets. Just maps, decisions, and the next turn.
Why similar: Hex Grid 40.4% ★, 4X 30.6% ★, Strategy 22%, Multiplayer 7.1%
- #39 Battle for Wesnoth
73% matchVery Positive94% of 5,977 reviews2018
Dev: The Battle for Wesnoth ProjectPub: Wesnoth Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Why similar: Hex Grid 45.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.7%, Strategy 18.2%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Indie 3%
- #40 Settlers of Idlestan
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ratz 'N' Godz
Windows · Linux
Settlers of Idlestan is an 4X idle civilization builder set on a procedurally generated hex-grid island. Gather resources, grow your cities, research technologies, trade goods, and prestige into deeper layers to build an ever-expanding empire — even while you're away.
Why similar: Hex Grid 38.3% ★, 4X 28.5% ★, Automation 18%, Strategy 11.3%, Resource Management 4%
- #41 万象战略
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MeleePsycho
Windows
Myriad Strategies: a turn-based strategy game. Rule a nation amid wars, famine, plague, and refugees. Manage cities, talent, economy. The world shifts. Win by holding cities, stabilizing lives, solving refugee crises, building food systems & spy networks, or surviving the chaos.
Why similar: 4X 28.8% ★, Hex Grid 27% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Strategy 13.5%, Economy 5.9%
- #42 Empolicy
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StrategyMagic
Windows
Online strategy in a fantasy world with single-player options. Explore the world, expand the borders of your polis, build settlements and produce goods. Immerse yourself in the role of a powerful tycoon of the city-republic, choose your path - magic, diplomacy, espionage or war.
Why similar: Diplomacy 26.8% ★, 4X 24.8% ★, Hex Grid 16% ★, Strategy 11.4%, Economy 9.3%
- #43 Leylines
73% matchMostly Negative36% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Crystal Shard
Windows · Mac · Linux
As powerful wizard ruling a small nation, you plot to take over the world! In this 4X turn-based strategy, rule seven diverse races, from shapeshifting Theria to spider-riding Dwarves. Expand by building more cities, battle rival wizards, and cast 80 earth-shattering spells to ensure your victory.
Why similar: Hex Grid 27.8% ★, 4X 22.3% ★, Artificial Intelligence 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Strategy 8.5%
- #44 Liegecraft
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: From Chaos
Windows
You are the King. Lead your vassals, build your feudal realm and conquer foreign kingdoms in this blend of turn based 4X and realtime rpg. Attend feasts, host tourneys and fight duels. Every character has their own mind so promote the loyal, scheme against rivals and imprison the disobedient.
Why similar: Hex Grid 26% ★, Diplomacy 20.6% ★, 4X 20.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Strategy 8.1%
- #45 龙骑战歌
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Chengdu UUO Technology Co., Ltd
Windows
This is a classic Hexagon War Chess game for senior player.This game is not a fast-food game, IQ matters.You need to focus on battlefield strategy.Every map is an IQ battle, and every player can be the creator or the challenger.
Why similar: Hex Grid 40.9% ★, Strategy 19.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, War 7.3%, PvP 6.1%
- #46 Age of Wonders: Planetfall
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,643 reviews2019
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Hex Grid 21.7% ★, 4X 21.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Strategy 13.3%, Economy 8%
- #47 Commander: Modern War
70% matchPositive83% of 40 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the thrill of a modern conflict between two factions, as you outsmart your opponents in an epic game of strategy and cunning. Take command of your ground, air, and naval units and lead them to victory in the most immersive turn-based battle simulation. The battlefield awaits.
Why similar: 4X 28.4% ★, Hex Grid 22.2% ★, Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.3%, War 6.8%
- #48 Realm Divided
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devil Kitty Games, LLC
Windows
Dive into the world of deep strategy, where resources are your lifeline, fortifications your stronghold, and forces your arsenal. 🏰⚔️ Unleash your strategic prowess in thrilling turn-based battles! 💥 Gather faith, wield game-changing abilities, and rewrite the battlefield's destiny.
Why similar: Hex Grid 27% ★, 4X 21.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.2%, Strategy 8.9%, Economy 8.4%
- #49 Clicker Kids
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 79 reviews2026
Dev: ForgePub: Forged Digital
Windows
A clicker / idle incremental game with simple gameplay, deep progression, and endless strategy. Level heroes, unlock powerful upgrades, and watch the numbers go up. Easy to start, hard to stop.
Why similar: Automation 38.4%, Artificial Intelligence 17.5%, Strategy 16.7%, Economy 16.7%, Resource Management 5.8%
- #50 Firezone
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: ArcadiaPub: MIRROR Soft
Windows · Linux
A game of 21st century warfare.
Why similar: Hex Grid 45.3% ★, Strategy 40.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%
- #51 Rise of Hegemony
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Loewe
Windows
Take control of a country from its very first beginnings and lead it successfully to become a global hegemon. In a complex simulation of economy, diplomacy and warfare the path you chose to triumph is up to you.
Why similar: 4X 21.8% ★, Diplomacy 21.8% ★, Hex Grid 19.6% ★, Strategy 10.7%, Economy 10.2%
- #52 Brace for Dolphins!
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: We Are the Dolphins
Windows
A fast-paced 2D top-down roguelite strategy game where you command a shifting galactic warfront. Fight real-time battles on contested planets to prevent an advanced dolphin empire from conquering the galaxy. Race to out-build and out-gun your enemy before it's too late.
Why similar: Automation 28.8%, Strategy 20.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Artificial Intelligence 12.3%, War 7.8%
- #53 Age of Wonders III
68% matchVery Positive80% of 12,812 reviews2014
Dev: Triumph StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!
Why similar: Strategy 29.3%, 4X 25.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.4%, Hex Grid 12.2% ★, Multiplayer 6.2%
- #54 Ground Pounders
69% matchMostly Negative41% of 54 reviews2014
Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Ground Pounders is a turn-based, strategy wargame. Inspired by classic strategy games like Panzer General, and steeped in the lore of the Sword of the Stars universe, Ground Pounders offers a new generation of gamers an updated taste of turn-based strategic warfare.
Why similar: Strategy 35.8%, Hex Grid 34.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.5%, Indie 7.4%
- #55 Stargazer's Terraforming Estate Co.
67% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Ashina Studios
Windows
Stargazer's Terraforming Estate Company terraforms & sells planets for years. Be a respectful member of the family and monopolize the galaxy by building dyson spheres in the name of the company.
Why similar: Hex Grid 42.3% ★, 4X 19.3% ★, Strategy 18.1%, Tactical 7.9%, Economy 7.6%
- #56 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
66% matchVery Positive88% of 1,666 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Hex Grid 29.3% ★, 4X 19.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Economy 8.8%, Strategy 8.5%
- #57 Warlock - Master of the Arcane
68% matchVery Positive86% of 2,638 reviews2012
Dev: Ino-Co PlusPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In a time of chaotic upheaval, the player takes the role of a great mage, a warlord vying for ultimate power.
Why similar: 4X 28% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.5%, Hex Grid 21.6% ★, Strategy 21.3%, Multiplayer 5.7%
- #58 Elaborate Lands
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elaborate Games
Windows
Elaborate Lands is a relaxing, turn-based strategy game. It combines unique gameplay mechanics with elements from 4X, city-builder and puzzle builder games. Build cities, gather resources, research technologies and expand your territory. Different maps and biomes offer near endless replayability.
Why similar: Hex Grid 30.3% ★, 4X 21% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Economy 10.5%, Top-Down 9.9%
- #59 Mandate of Galactic Empires
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Oddbit
Windows · Linux
A logistics-focused turn-based space 4X. Govern through Administrative Nodes, connect systems with wormhole infrastructure, assign population to production and research, and expand only as far as your empire can support.
Why similar: 4X 31.9% ★, Hex Grid 29% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Strategy 11.2%, War 6.7%
- #60 Politon
64% matchVery Positive90% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
Politon: A turn-based strategy game that will push your strategic and management skills to the limit! Expand your territory, strengthen your economy, and outsmart your enemies by planning your strategy carefully.
Why similar: Hex Grid 35% ★, 4X 22.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Strategy 11.1%, Multiplayer 9.6%