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Games Like RTS Chess

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

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In this unique RTS twist on the classic game, every move on the chessboard opens up new possibilities for building, upgrading and dominating your opponents. Play chess on a new hexagon board that allows you to reach new places and make the tactical part of chess even more tactical.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: Coming soon
Developer: ToastyGameStudio
Genres: Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Just Chess
    96% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Pupugames
    Windows · Linux

    Enjoy a pure, distraction-free chess experience with Just Chess! Includes a built-in engine, UCI support, and a Puzzle Arena with 4M+ puzzles. Lichess integration lets you challenge players and watch live tournament broadcasts.

    Why similar: Chess 40%, Logic 16.1%, PvP 12.6%, Board Game 11.6%, Multiplayer 9.3%

  2. #2 Act of Aggression - Reboot Edition
    96% matchMixed67% of 3,289 reviews2015
    Dev: Eugen Systems
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Act of Aggression – Reboot Edition brings the techno-thriller RTS game Act of Aggression to a higher level. The Reboot Edition offers a full gameplay overhaul in skirmish mode against the AI and in your multiplayer battles.

    Why similar: RTS 44.8%, Strategy 21.4%, Base Building 13.8%, Multiplayer 9%, Military 7.5%

  3. #3 Hexagoner
    95% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Wes W
    Windows

    Assemble your adorable team of battlers, navigate the unique hexagonal grid, and outsmart opponents in thrilling battles. Command a colorful cast of whimsical game pieces with special abilities. Manage resources wisely, adapt your strategies, and seize victory.

    Why similar: Strategy 24.4%, Logic 18.7%, Board Game 13.6%, PvP 13.3%, Multiplayer 11.4%

  4. #4 Kings of Emperor Bonaparte
    94% matchMixed50% of 22 reviews2024
    Dev: Rapid Iterations
    Windows

    A persistent online wargame set in Napoleonic Europe. Command infantry, cavalry, and artillery to achieve victory.

    Why similar: RTS 33.8%, Multiplayer 14.5%, PvP 14.5%, Wargame 13.2%, Strategy 13%

  5. #5 Tempest Rising
    93% matchVery Positive88% of 10,866 reviews2025
    Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Command distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources in Tempest Rising - a classic RTS set on Earth after a nuclear war.

    Why similar: RTS 53.8%, Strategy 24.3%, Base Building 9.5%, Multiplayer 4.8%, PvP 2.6%

  6. #6 Conflict 2: Blitz
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: YQ Game StudiosPub: HuaMeng Games
    Windows

    Traditional RTS real-time strategy, from the beginning of high school to now, Conflict 1, Conflict 2 Western Front, Conflict 2 Blitz. In general, a person development, overall simple, please forgive me.

    Why similar: RTS 27.8%, Strategy 27.2%, PvP 14%, Multiplayer 13.1%, Wargame 8.9%

  7. #7 Command & Conquer™ Generals
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 1,893 reviews2024
    Dev: EA PacificPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Be the Ultimate Modern Warfare General

    Why similar: RTS 36.8%, Strategy 34.3%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Base Building 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  8. #8 Steel Command
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Smitty Games
    Windows

    A classic RTS featuring traditional base-building, resource-driven warfare, PvP, skirmish, and a powerful, easy-to-use Mission Editor. Build your base. Secure the ECO. Conquer the battlefield.

    Why similar: RTS 35.7%, Strategy 21.4%, Base Building 15.6%, Multiplayer 9.6%, PvP 8.9%

  9. #9 Fritz Chess 17 Steam Edition
    90% matchMixed67% of 81 reviews2020
    Dev: ChessBase GmbH
    Windows

    At the turn of the century, Fritz fascinated the chess world with victories over Garry Kasparov and then-reigning World Champion Vladimir Kramnik. The "most popular chess program" offers you everything you will need as a dedicated chess enthusiast.

    Why similar: Chess 48.6%, Strategy 20%, Board Game 12.5%, Tactical 9.1%, Multiplayer 6.4%

  10. #10 Battle Match: Samurai Wars
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Recreative Research AB
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Command thousands of individually-simulated samurai in tactical real-time battles. Free sandbox mode. Online multiplayer.

    Why similar: RTS 30%, Strategy 17.8%, Wargame 14%, Tactical 13.2%, Multiplayer 9.8%

  11. #11 Halo Wars: Definitive Edition
    89% matchVery Positive91% of 9,133 reviews2017
    Dev: Ensemble StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.

    Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Strategy 22.1%, Base Building 17.3%, Multiplayer 8.4%, Military 4.2%

  12. #12 JKEnterprises
    88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: JKEnterprises
    Windows

    Take command of a galactic megacorporation and engage your competitors in planetary battles in this spherical RTS.

    Why similar: RTS 40.2%, Strategy 31.4%, Multiplayer 14%, PvP 9%, 3D 3.9%

  13. #13 Army Men RTS
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 1,388 reviews2017
    Dev: Pandemic StudiosPub: 2K
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Army Men RTS brings you back to the days of staging battles with tiny plastic soldiers in your backyard...except these green soldiers carry out your every command!

    Why similar: RTS 49%, Strategy 26.1%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Base Building 7%, Military 3.2%

  14. #14 Fierce Kingdoms
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Chocolate Dolphin
    Windows · Linux

    A medieval RTS where you're the king. Command peasants to expand your base and grow your economy. Research powerful technologies. Then, mass an army to crush your enemies! Conquer other kingdoms in Campaign mode to unlock new perks.

    Why similar: RTS 36.3%, Strategy 28.4%, Base Building 16.3%, PvP 9.9%, Multiplayer 8.6%

  15. #15 War Selection
    86% matchVery Positive85% of 23,033 reviews2019
    Dev: Glyph Worlds
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    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: RTS 32.7%, Strategy 20.4%, Base Building 20.3%, Multiplayer 11.9%, PvP 7.3%

  16. #16 迷你王国战争 Mini Kingdom Wars
    85% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: 枫叶FengYe工作室
    Windows

    This is a medieval strategy war game where you can freely choose your faction, acquire resources, purchase armies from crystals, strengthen yourself, defeat enemy armies, break down enemy walls, and destroy enemy crystals to win the game. You can compete with AI and invite friends to play online.

    Why similar: RTS 35.2%, Strategy 26.3%, Wargame 12.5%, Tactical 8.2%, PvP 6.7%

  17. #17 Chinese Chess - Xiangqi
    84% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Popoko VM Games
    Windows · Mac

    Master Xiangqi anytime! Thrilling games, custom boards & challenging AI.

    Why similar: Chess 42.5%, Strategy 14.6%, PvP 11.6%, Logic 11%, Board Game 9.5%

  18. #18 Flocking Wars
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: eoin tolster
    Windows · Linux

    Command armies of flocking creatures in this fast-paced RTS. Battle for control of strategic nodes, utilize terrain advantages, and dominate the continent in the single-player campaign.

    Why similar: RTS 34.9%, Strategy 26.3%, Wargame 13.2%, PvP 10.6%, Tactical 7.2%

  19. #19 Chess: Definitive Edition
    83% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: Aphoenicis
    Windows

    A new patch just dropped for the ancient game of Chess. The Definitive Edition adds new pieces, chaotic cards, and modernized rules. Reshape the board and bring down the enemy Kings, heirs, and pretenders. Master the first major update in centuries.

    Why similar: Chess 45.2%, Strategy 19.4%, Multiplayer 11.1%, PvP 11%, Board Game 7.5%

  20. #20 Shapes of War
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ethibyte
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Face off with or against friends using 3D shapes! Lead your cubes, spheres, and cones to capture flags and unlock powerful upgrades. Dominate the map and seize your opponent's capitol building to claim victory!

    Why similar: RTS 30%, Strategy 16.6%, Base Building 15.4%, Multiplayer 10.2%, PvP 9.9%

  21. #21 Chill Chess
    81% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Chris Pawlowski aka presto3000
    Windows

    Relax, strategize, and master chess in a sleek 3D sci-fi world. Play against friends or other players online, or challenge smart AI.

    Why similar: Strategy 30.4%, Chess 25.7%, Logic 21.1%, PvP 10.9%, Multiplayer 7.9%

  22. #22 Majesty 2 Collection
    82% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,531 reviews2011
    Dev: 1C:InoCoPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    In the world of Majesty, you are the ruler of the Kingdom. Your rule is not absolute, however, as you face subjects that are independent and stubborn. They will need a great deal of persuasion before they carry out your wishes...

    Why similar: RTS 48.9%, Strategy 37.4%, Base Building 12.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  23. #23 StrateZ
    81% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: Kottabos Games
    Windows

    StrateZ is a casual post-apocalyptic RTS game where you fight to survive as one of three separate factions be it Survivor, Zombie or Marauder.

    Why similar: RTS 39.9%, Strategy 31%, Base Building 15.6%, Wargame 9.2%, 3D 2.7%

  24. #24 Link Empire
    80% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 沒工作工作室
    Windows

    Link Empire is a real-time strategy game based on a hexagonal grid. In this game, you just need to link nodes to command your forces, not control every unit. Focus on your development, unit combination. Choose your attack timing and path carefully. Defeat your enemies on a truly strategic level!

    Why similar: RTS 31.7%, Strategy 19.6%, Wargame 14.6%, Board Game 12.4%, Base Building 9.8%

  25. #25 Randomish
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: PawanPub: Tonic Innovations
    Windows · Mac

    Simple Arcade style challenging Multiplayer games

    Why similar: Logic 30.8%, Strategy 27.2%, Tactical 17.5%, PvP 14.3%, Multiplayer 10.3%

  26. #26 Reversi
    78% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Popoko VM Games
    Windows · Mac

    Reversi - A Board Game of Strategy and Tactics!

    Why similar: Strategy 26.7%, Chess 20.8%, Logic 17.8%, Board Game 15.3%, PvP 10.8%

  27. #27 The Touhou Empires
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: NeetpiaPub: Phoenixx Inc.
    Windows

    Touhou meets real-time warfare! Explore maps, gather resources, and build your army! Become the conqueror of Gensokyo!

    Why similar: RTS 38.5%, Strategy 27.7%, PvP 8.8%, Tactical 8.4%, Multiplayer 7.8%

  28. #28 Chessemble
    78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Giga Glitch
    Windows

    Customize your board with a host of new pieces. Start with an aggressive forward assault, Or perhaps a defensive fortress designed to weather the storm. Will you outwit, outmanoeuvre, or out-explode your way to victory?

    Why similar: Chess 40.3%, Strategy 15.2%, PvP 12.6%, Tactical 11.3%, Board Game 8.8%

  29. #29 Space Chess
    76% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Jacob Bambeck
    Windows · Mac

    Play Capture-the-King Raumschach, invented in 1907 and made more playable by futuristic visuals! Spread out cells and helpful highlighting maximize the player's ability to visualize the board. The game features public and private lobbies.

    Why similar: Strategy 29.6%, Chess 26%, Logic 16.7%, Board Game 15.8%, Multiplayer 8%

  30. #30 Supreme Commander 2
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 12,779 reviews2010
    Dev: Gas Powered GamesPub: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!

    Why similar: RTS 43.5%, Strategy 26.5%, Base Building 12.3%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Tactical 4%

  31. #31 MetaChess
    75% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: MetaChess
    Windows · Mac

    MetaChess is chess that lets you build your own army and rewrite the board. With alternate roles for every piece, it creates billions of new possible games possibilities. No more memorized openings, no more solved meta. Every decision matters. Outdraft, outthink, and outplay your opponent.

    Why similar: Chess 45.1%, Strategy 13.2%, PvP 12.7%, Board Game 12.1%, Multiplayer 8%

  32. #32 STAR WARS™ Galactic Battlegrounds Saga
    76% matchVery Positive91% of 4,575 reviews2016
    Dev: Ensemble StudiosPub: Disney
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Lead the great armies of the Star Wars™ Episode II: Attack of the Clones saga in intense real-time strategy clashes. Enter the fray as the Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Wookies, Trade Federation, Gungans or Royal Naboo to determine the course of the Galactic Civil War.

    Why similar: RTS 49.3%, Strategy 29%, Multiplayer 11.7%, Base Building 8.9%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  33. #33 Command & Conquer Red Alert™ 2 and Yuri’s Revenge™
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 9,943 reviews2024
    Dev: Westwood PacificPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    The world erupts in conflict as Soviet forces invade American soil in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. You are the Supreme Commander. Arm yourself to the teeth with top-secret technologies and lead the Soviet or Allied troops to victory.

    Why similar: RTS 48.5%, Strategy 24.2%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Base Building 11.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%

  34. #34 Cute Chess
    75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: RikkiGames Limited
    Windows

    Cute Chess is all the fun of regular chess but with cute little characters, scene designs and music to make the game even more fun. Improve your chess skills by practising against computers with a range of different difficulties or take your skills online and compete against friends.

    Why similar: Chess 47.5%, Strategy 19.9%, Board Game 11%, Logic 10.5%, PvP 6.2%

  35. #35 Warrior Kings: Battles
    74% matchVery Positive91% of 323 reviews2014
    Dev: Black CactusPub: Strategy First
    Windows

    Warrior Kings: Battles maintains the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leading RTS. It is a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.

    Why similar: RTS 54%, Strategy 46%

  36. #36 Celtic Kings: Rage of War
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 170 reviews2019
    Dev: Haemimont Games
    Windows

    Celtic Kings: Rage of War is an RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2002. It is the first game of the award-winning franchise Celtic Kings

    Why similar: RTS 58.5%, Strategy 41.5%

  37. #37 Catgirl Chess
    71% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
    Dev: Snazzy Games
    Windows

    The sequel to Chess we've all been waiting for! Yes, that's right, 3D chess with Catgirls! Play online with a friend today! A highly refined game for the delight of your intellectual capacity.

    Why similar: Chess 46.1%, Strategy 15.2%, Board Game 11.9%, Multiplayer 11.4%, Tactical 6.5%

  38. #38 BattleMore
    73% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2018
    Dev: Heat Wave Games
    Windows

    From battling rocket squirrels to lead zeppelins, this goofy single player RTS will keep your hands full and APM high.

    Why similar: RTS 57.9%, Strategy 42.1%

  39. #39 Empires:The Rise
    72% matchMixed61% of 62 reviews2019
    Dev: 阿龟与阿飞Pub: MZ Times
    Windows

    《Empries:The Rise》 is the a Cross-Platform Real-Time-Strategy (R.T.S.) game. Choose your nation and conquer those, who stand in your way!

    Why similar: RTS 53.1%, Strategy 46.9%

  40. #40 Hexachess
    70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Tricky Chaos
    Windows

    Chess on hexagonal field with local play, online multiplayer & against AI. Based on Gliński's chess variant.

    Why similar: Chess 39.1%, Logic 12.7%, Strategy 12.6%, Hex Grid 11.9%, Board Game 10.3%

  41. #41 reconquest
    72% matchMixed55% of 263 reviews2016
    Dev: StormCube Games
    Windows · Mac

    Reconquest is a real-time strategy base building game. After World War III, mankind got close to extinction. You have to reconquer Earth by making better strategic decisions than your opponents.

    Why similar: RTS 52.8%, Strategy 47.2%

  42. #42 Rising Kingdoms
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 247 reviews2019
    Dev: Haemimont Games
    Windows

    Rising Kingdoms is a fantasy-themed RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2005

    Why similar: RTS 51.3%, Strategy 48.7%

  43. #43 Andalia
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2021
    Dev: Joel St.Pub: Sundust
    Windows

    Andalia is a fantasy real-time strategy game (RTS) with a diverse range of civilisations, resources and environments. Build up your town and lead your forces into war against enemy players. Alternatively you may construct a monument and hold it long enough to reach victory.

    Why similar: RTS 36.7%, Base Building 17.3%, Strategy 15.1%, PvP 13.9%, Multiplayer 12.9%

  44. #44 Z Steel Soldiers
    71% matchMixed52% of 286 reviews2014
    Dev: TickTock GamesPub: Rebellion
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    In the bloody aftermath of ‘Z’ comes The Bitmap Brothers classic, “Z Steel Soldiers”: a new breed of robot with a taste for war and a warped sense of humour.

    Why similar: RTS 52%, Strategy 48%

  45. #45 9th Company: Roots Of Terror
    71% matchMixed59% of 251 reviews2009
    Dev: Новый ДискPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    9th Company Roots of Terror is an action-oriented real-time strategy game based on actual events that took place during the Soviet military campaign in Afghanistan.

    Why similar: RTS 48.1%, Strategy 40.8%, Military 11.2%

  46. #46 Grid War Online
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: NasjakiPub: Nasjaki_Games
    Windows

    This game combines real-time and turn-based strategy. Each turn is divided into two phases of variable duration. This concept is especially interesting when playing with multiple players. That's why it's so easy to create and join online lobbies.

    Why similar: RTS 32.6%, Strategy 16.4%, PvP 13.7%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Logic 8.4%

  47. #47 Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 52,705 reviews2020
    Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 43.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.

    Why similar: RTS 33.2%, Strategy 22.7%, Base Building 18.6%, Multiplayer 9.9%, Military 8.1%

  48. #48 Isometric Chess
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Green Lemon Games
    Windows

    Isometric Chess is a challenging chess variant that expands the game into the third dimension in a unique way.

    Why similar: Strategy 30.9%, Chess 23.6%, Board Game 16.7%, PvP 14.7%, Multiplayer 8.8%

  49. #49 Fracture the Flag
    69% matchMostly Positive73% of 110 reviews2016
    Dev: One Wheel Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Fracture the Flag is not the usual hyper click fest of an RTS... Take some time, gather your resources, plan your strategy and then knock the crud out your opponents!

    Why similar: Strategy 41%, RTS 40.9%, Multiplayer 18.1%

  50. #50 Warfare
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 239 reviews2009
    Dev: GFI RussiaPub: Game Factory Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Saudi Arabia, one of the world's leading oil suppliers and a key U.S. ally, has been taken over by a highly organized group of radical terrorists. The government is in a state of collapse and turmoil and you have been chosen to lead the United States' armed forces to restore control.

    Why similar: Strategy 50.6%, RTS 49.4%

  51. #51 Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 240 reviews2016
    Dev: Enlight Software Limited
    Windows

    Conquer the world and build your empire! Lead one civilization to glory through sophisticated trade, diplomacy, espionage and conquest.

    Why similar: Strategy 52.8%, RTS 47.2%

  52. #52 Hexual Deflection
    66% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: reiti.net
    Windows

    Multiplayer Tower Defense Game - Send out units and defend against enemy units in this Arena RTS with up to 32 players

    Why similar: RTS 25.1%, Base Building 13.5%, Strategy 12.4%, Logic 11.2%, Hex Grid 11.2%

  53. #53 MAFIA Chess
    68% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: MAFIA Chess
    Windows

    Enter the mafia underworld of 2D Chess, where animals take on the roles of mob bosses. Play 10+0 minute games online on the Lichess server. Analyze your moves with Stockfish. Checkmate with style in this captivating cartel-themed chess adventure!

    Why similar: Chess 49.2%, Strategy 22.3%, Logic 11.6%, Board Game 11.5%, Multiplayer 4.9%

  54. #54 Primordials: Battle of Gods
    67% matchMixed45% of 75 reviews2021
    Dev: GLOBAL DODO ENTERTAINMENTPub: WIREGAMES
    Windows

    Primordials: Battle of Gods is a pure 1vs1 strategy game where players rule kingdoms and build armies to war for ever greater power. One Will Rise, Many Will Fall.

    Why similar: Strategy 55.4%, RTS 24.8%, PvP 11.8%, Multiplayer 8%

  55. #55 Rival Commanders
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Miz
    Windows

    A fast-paced casual real-time strategy game where you command stylized armies, deploy powerful units, and outsmart rivals in explosive top-down battles.

    Why similar: RTS 37.6%, Strategy 28.3%, Tactical 10.1%, PvP 9.3%, Military 7.3%

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