Games Like RISK: Global Domination

Play the classic board game, Axis & Allies 1942 2nd Edition! Act as WWII powers in a turn-based strategy game that fits your screen and schedule— get notified on your turn and command armies at your own pace! Team up with friends, challenge the world’s top players, or go solo vs. A.I.

Why similar: Board Game 29.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, War 10.6%, Tabletop 10.5%, Multiplayer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Like RISK, it turns world war into a digital board game of territorial expansion, calculated attacks, and long-form multiplayer strategy.

Lux Delux is a fast-paced turn-based-strategy game of risk and world domination, with so much more! Highly moddable, Lux has over 900 maps, diverse random map generators, a biohazard mode, an AI SDK, and an online multi-player league.

Why similar: Board Game 33.5%, Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Turn-Based 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is one of the purest RISK-likes on Steam, centered on simple turn-based map conquest across tons of custom battlefields.

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: Board Game 27.6%, Strategy 18.4%, War 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Turn-Based 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: It follows the same territory-grabbing, troop-shuffling design as RISK while adding factions and scenario variety for repeat play.

Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.

Why similar: War 19.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, Board Game 17.5%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Strategy 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is a straightforward turn-based world conquest game where you expand province by province much like a more historical and campaign-heavy RISK.

Might makes right in the wild wood! The award-winning board game of asymmetrical woodland warfare comes to cross-platform digital play! Combine subtle strategy and bold daring to guide your forest faction to victory!

Why similar: Board Game 35.7%, War 17.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Tabletop 12.7%, Multiplayer 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: If you enjoy fighting over a shared map and constantly reading opponents' intentions, Root delivers a deeper and more asymmetric area-control version of that tension.

CONTROL FANTASY RACES, SET OFF TO CONQUER NEW LANDS, OVERTHROW YOUR ENEMIES AND CLAIM THE VICTORY! In this digital adaptation of the legendary board game, dive into a world inhabited by whimsical fantasy races.

Why similar: Board Game 49.3%, Turn-Based 14.1%, Tabletop 13%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Strategy 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its board-game focus on conquering adjacent regions with limited armies makes it feel like a faster, more tactical cousin to RISK.

Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!

Why similar: War 29.2%, Strategy 18.4%, Board Game 16.2%, Multiplayer 15%, Grand Strategy 10.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of RISK is slowly taking over continents through alliances and betrayals, this WWI grand strategy game leans hard into that feeling.

Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!

Why similar: Board Game 31.3%, Turn-Based 15.8%, Multiplayer 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10%, Tabletop 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Scythe captures the same thrill of expanding across a contested map, building power, and threatening opponents even though its systems are richer than classic RISK.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, War 18.5%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, Strategy 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: It distills empire expansion and border pressure into brisk, elegant turns that scratch a very similar map-control itch.

Armello is a grim fairy-tale board game come to life, with every match combining deep, tactical card play, rich tabletop strategy and RPG elements. Leverage subterfuge, spells and careful strategy to wrangle control of the game's chaotic odds as you quest for the throne.

Why similar: Board Game 36.2%, Turn-Based 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.5%, Tabletop 11.4%, Strategy 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Armello blends digital board-game structure, turn-based movement, and positional conflict in a way that should appeal to players who like strategy wrapped in tabletop rules.

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: War 18.6%, Turn-Based 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Multiplayer 12.9%, Tactical 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This fast hybrid of board game, card game, and 4X play is all about grabbing land efficiently and outmaneuvering rivals on a shared map.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 24.4%, Strategy 18.6%, Turn-Based 14.8%, Multiplayer 14.2%, War 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: While broader than RISK, it still delivers satisfying turn-based expansion, border control, and domination victories on a world map.

Turn-based strategy at its finest.

Why similar: Turn-Based 34.7%, Strategy 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.7%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Board Game 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its turn-based board-game format and constant battle for fragile territory create the same push-pull of expansion and denial that makes RISK compelling.

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: War 19.9%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Tactical 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its emphasis on territorial growth, warfare, and turn-based empire management makes it a strong step up for players who want a deeper conquest game.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, Strategy 20.6%, Multiplayer 17.4%, Turn-Based 12.2%, War 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: HUMANKIND turns map control and military expansion into a full historical empire game, making it a natural pick if you want a larger-scale version of RISK's conquest arc.

Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.7%, Turn-Based 17.1%, Strategy 13.2%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: It swaps global maps for battlefield maps, but its turn-based army maneuvering and objective-focused warfare hit a similar strategic sweet spot.

In Dominions 6 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to old dragons or an enormous tree. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 37.7%, Strategy 25.2%, Grand Strategy 15.4% ★, Multiplayer 12.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Players who love the grand-scale conquest and diplomacy side of RISK may enjoy this much deeper fantasy game about expanding across a shared strategic map.

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 28.8% ★, Strategy 26.8%, War 24.6%, Multiplayer 18.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the diplomacy, alliances, betrayals, and continent-scale expansion fantasy of RISK in a far deeper real-time grand strategy form.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based 17.3%, Strategy 16.1%, Multiplayer 12.9%, War 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is a more combat-heavy take on territorial expansion, where controlling land and pressing military advantage are everything.

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: War 33.4%, Strategy 22.7%, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Multiplayer 15.4%, Tactical 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: If RISK's world war framing is what hooks you, this offers a much more detailed version of planning invasions and dominating the map.

Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!

Why similar: Board Game 29.1%, Turn-Based 17.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Multiplayer 11%, Tabletop 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is a strong fit if you want more detailed turn-based war planning while keeping the same core pleasure of taking and holding territory.

Conquest of Elysium 5 is a quick turn based fantasy strategy game with a touch of rogue-like. The game is full of depth, details and monsters. There are also a huge number of factions, each with its own unique gameplay and magic rituals.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 43.4%, Strategy 23.4%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its turn-based structure and relentless struggle for provinces make it feel like a more chaotic and asymmetric cousin to RISK.

Every war has its Generals. Take command of an army during World War II and lead them to victory. Strategize your way through many scenarios and real historical military campaigns of past generals.

Why similar: Board Game 29.2%, War 17.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Tabletop 12.1%, Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This streamlined wargame delivers approachable turn-based operational combat for players who like conquest without overwhelming complexity.

Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.4%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Strategy 16.2%, War 14.9%, Multiplayer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It is less board-game-like than RISK, but its accessible turn-based warfare and emphasis on front lines and momentum make it an easy next step.

Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.

Why similar: Strategy 62.4%, Multiplayer 23.1%, Casual 8.7%, Indie 4%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its compact map-conquest gameplay is real-time instead of turn-based, but the focus on expanding into neighboring territories makes it feel very familiar.

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: Board Game 38.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%, Tabletop 13.9%, Strategy 9.8%, Turn-Based 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Although card-driven rather than troop-driven, it recreates the same global pressure and territorial influence battle that makes RISK so tense.

Easy to learn, hard to master. A simple & free RTS game.

Why similar: Strategy 33.8%, Multiplayer 27.3%, War 22.7%, Tactical 12.3%, Casual 2%

Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.

Why similar: Board Game 39.2%, Multiplayer 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Tabletop 13%, Strategy 9.9%

Business Tour is a free-to-play multiplayer tabletop game. Build your own monopoly, play with friends, complete daily tasks, and compete against players from around the world. Easy to learn, fun to master, and perfect for quick matches.

Why similar: Board Game 62.8%, Multiplayer 16.4%, Strategy 8.6%, Tabletop 5.6%, Online Co-Op 2.3%

Trade – build – settle: Become Lord of Catan! Get to know Catan and play the starter scenario in multiplayer mode. Purchase the complete base game, expansions, card game and much more to discover the entire Universe of Catan.

Why similar: Board Game 64.3%, Multiplayer 16.1%, Strategy 9.1%, Tabletop 8.8%, Casual 1.7%

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: Strategy 29%, Board Game 28.4%, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Multiplayer 8.8%, Massively Multiplayer 5.5%

War Selection is a compelling RTS game featuring base building, resource extraction and warfare. Evolve from a stone age tribe to a distinct industrial nation with unique game mechanics and battle for supremacy with dozens of players on a unique procedurally generated map.

Why similar: Multiplayer 31.8%, Strategy 28.7%, War 28.5%, Online Co-Op 5.9%, Massively Multiplayer 3.2%

Pro Soccer Online is a 1st/3rd person, highly skill based, online multiplayer soccer game. It offers a sports game experience unlike any other with smooth, physics based, input driven gameplay that is competitive and rewarding with no pay to win mechanics.

Why similar: Multiplayer 100%

Learn and play Go, the classic board game that has been played for thousands of years, and compete in the race to conquer the most land in the in-game world, or compete online against opponents around the real world.

Why similar: Board Game 25.1%, Turn-Based 14.9%, War 11.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%, Tabletop 9.5%

Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!

Why similar: War 25.6%, Board Game 21.5%, Strategy 16.7%, Multiplayer 13.7%, Grand Strategy 10.7% ★

The ChessThemed Chess offers a relaxing, minimalist chess experience with multiple boards, piece sets, AI opponents, and multiplayer. Play in 3D or 2D, learn the game’s history, and explore RPG-themed DLC. Free to Play – Download now and enjoy endless strategy!

Why similar: War 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%, Turn-Based 10.8%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Board Game 10.2%

King of the World is the gameplay from RISK in a Real-time strategy setting. Fight up to 12 players at once while scheming, backstabbing, making shallow alliances or simply conquer to become the last man standing.

Why similar: Strategy 60%, Multiplayer 35.6%, Indie 4.4%

Go head to head with other players in a Bloon-popping battle for victory. From the creators of best-selling Bloons TD 6, this all new Battles game is specially designed for multiplayer combat, featuring the ability to control bloons directly and send them charging past your opponent's defenses.

Why similar: Multiplayer 58%, Strategy 35.6%, Massively Multiplayer 2.6%, Casual 2.5%, Singleplayer 1%

Welcome to Feign, an intriguing role-based game that blends mystery, strategy, and deception. Step into a quirky, small town where Innocents, Impostors, and Neutrals navigate suspenseful gameplay. Your mission unfolds under the cover of night - then it's up to the village by day to vote someone out!

Why similar: Multiplayer 52%, Strategy 26%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Casual 5.3%

UNO™ is the iconic card game reimagined with a large variety of gameplay and customization options. Play solo or with friends, personalize your experience from rules to cosmetics, and try the Happy Hour!

Why similar: Board Game 40.3%, Multiplayer 24.5%, Tabletop 19.8%, Strategy 5.4%, Classic 4.6% ★

THE GAME OF LIFE showcases a beautifully rendered digital game board, cards and spinner that capture the fun of the Classic game full of adventure & surprises! THE GAME OF LIFE will take players on a journey where fortunes can be won…and lost!

Why similar: Board Game 45%, Multiplayer 17.1%, Tabletop 12.8%, Turn-Based 9.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.1%

Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.

Why similar: Multiplayer 87.8%, Psychological Horror 8.1%, Casual 4.1%

You only wanted to make a visit to your sick colleague, but what you encounter is beyond your imagination. Discover the secrets of your colleague and find a way to escape the trap.

Why similar: Multiplayer 95.4%, Casual 2.7%, Psychological Horror 1.9%

From the creators of Bloons TD6... Bloons TD Battles 2 is a brand new installment of the top-rated head-to-head tower defense game. Gather your Hero, choose your team of powerful Monkey Towers, and prepare to battle one on one against other players and relentless waves of Bloons!

Why similar: Multiplayer 42.6%, Strategy 26.4%, Tactical 25.9%, Casual 3.3%, Indie 1.8%

You are a cunning warlord, craving for intensive short mental combats and becoming the best. Enter this online multiplayer strategy board game: a 1vs1 turn based resource game that is easy to understand, but complex to master. NOW FOR FREE!

Why similar: Board Game 62.5%, Strategy 16%, Tabletop 10.5%, Tactical 7.2%, Casual 2.7%

Clash with global players in this epic real-time strategy game!

Why similar: War 39.8%, Strategy 27.3%, Multiplayer 23.9%, Massively Multiplayer 7.5%, Casual 1.4%

Expand a small kingdom to a mighty Dominion! Play the Spiel des Jahres winning boardgame beloved by millions around the world. Discover the game that defined a genre, Dominion was first to popularize deck-building and remains a staple of tabletop. This is the officially licensed implementation.

Why similar: Board Game 55%, Tabletop 19.5%, Strategy 13.5%, Multiplayer 8.9%, Local Multiplayer 2.6%

Just Act Natural is a hand-crafted online party game where players must hide among NPC characters to avoid detection from the seeker. Compete against your friends in a variety of game modes over a course of different rounds to be crowned the winner!

Why similar: Multiplayer 90.3%, Casual 8.3%, Indie 1.4%

Hasbro's Battleship is the original strategic naval war game. Choose your Captain, position your ships, aim your missiles and sink the enemy's fleet! Face them in Classic mode, or step-up the stakes in the all new Commanders Mode. Ready, aim, FIRE!

Why similar: Board Game 39.2%, Multiplayer 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%, Tabletop 13.5%, Strategy 8.7%

Inspired by the party games Werewolf and Mafia, Town of Salem is a game of murder, mystery and deception.

Why similar: Multiplayer 50.8%, Strategy 29.3%, Tactical 12.8%, Massively Multiplayer 3.2%, Casual 2.7%

Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.

Why similar: Turn-Based 23.1%, War 19.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Multiplayer 16.2%, Strategy 11.5%

Slapshot: Rebound is a physics-based multiplayer game where you play an arcade style match of hockey. No shoot button, no puck glue, no RNG. It’s up to you and your team to take control of the puck, pass, shoot, outplay your opponents. Play with your friends or team up with other Slapshot players!

Why similar: Multiplayer 73.3%, Online Co-Op 19.2%, Casual 7.5%

Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Turn-Based 15.1%, War 14.9%, Strategy 12.2%

Fight for survival in Blazing Sails, a fast-paced pirate PvP game! Create your own unique pirate and ship. Band together with other players to command your mighty vessel! Explore different game-modes, maps, weapons, ship types and more while eliminating other crews in epic battles on land and sea!

Why similar: Multiplayer 67.1%, Online Co-Op 32.9%