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Games Like Sengoku

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

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Use your power as a Feudal Lord to unite the land of the Rising Sun under your iron fist.

Reviews: Mixed — 62% — of 473 reviews
Released: 2011-09-15
Developer: Paradox Development Studio
Publisher: Paradox Interactive
Genres: RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 2.0 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 88%

Overview

Sengoku is a unique character-driven grand strategy game that captures the cutthroat political landscape of feudal Japan using Paradox's signature real-time-with-pause mechanics. These recommendations focus on titles that emphasize deep historical simulation, clan-based diplomacy, and the complex management of characters and territories within a medieval or ancient setting.

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  1. #1 Crusader Kings III
    97% matchVery Positive91% of 137,655 reviews2020
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 28.8 hrsMean: 143.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 36.2%, Historical 20.4%, Strategy 16.5%, Simulation 8.5%, RPG 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the spiritual successor to the character-driven management and political intrigue found in Sengoku.

  2. #2 Crusader Kings II
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 73,445 reviews2012
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 60.3%, Historical 15.2%, Strategy 10%, Simulation 4.6%, Medieval 4.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the exact same engine and design philosophy as Sengoku, offering a deep, complex simulation of feudal power dynamics.

  3. #3 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening
    96% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,610 reviews2022
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 20.2 hrsMean: 68.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 47.9%, Historical 28.6%, Strategy 14.8%, Simulation 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly detailed simulation of the Sengoku period's political and military landscape with a focus on clan leadership.

  4. #4 Europa Universalis IV
    95% matchVery Positive88% of 135,916 reviews2013
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 279.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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 41%, Historical 24.6%, Strategy 13.4%, Real-Time with Pause 11.7%, Simulation 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for Paradox grand strategy, sharing the same UI philosophy and deep historical simulation roots.

  5. #5 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 614 reviews2015
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Become a Daimyo of the Warring States period of Japanese history in NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION, a historical simulation game of conquest and domination. It is the 30th anniversary of this series and this current release, NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence, is the crown of the series.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 44.8%, Historical 28.3%, Strategy 16.3%, Simulation 10.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the intricate clan management, diplomacy, and historical events of the Sengoku era.

  6. #6 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,461 reviews2022
    Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Become the king and fight over Europe in this fresh take on medieval real-time grand strategy. Manage provinces, gather armies, initiate diplomacy, and dabble in espionage. The path is open: become the true Sovereign of your people and bring them to glory.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 43.4%, Strategy 24%, Historical 14.5%, Simulation 11.9%, Medieval 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar real-time grand strategy experience with a focus on medieval management and kingdom expansion.

  7. #7 Imperator: Rome
    92% matchMixed65% of 26,771 reviews2019
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 47.6%, Historical 20.9%, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 9.4%, Real-Time with Pause 1.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines character management with grand strategy in a historical setting, capturing the same feel of managing a growing empire.

  8. #8 Total War: THREE KINGDOMS
    91% matchVery Positive82% of 92,481 reviews2019
    Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 21.9 hrsMean: 89.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Total War: THREE KINGDOMS is the first in the award-winning series to recreate epic conflict across ancient China. Combining a gripping turn-based campaign of empire-building & conquest with stunning real-time battles, THREE KINGDOMS redefines the series in an age of heroes & legends.

    Why similar: Historical 37.7%, Grand Strategy 33.4%, Strategy 26.8%, Simulation 2%

    Why You'll Like It: Features excellent character-driven diplomacy and warfare in an Asian historical setting that mirrors the intensity of feudal politics.

  9. #9 Sengoku Jidai: Shadow of the Shogun
    91% matchMostly Positive77% of 197 reviews2016
    Dev: Byzantine GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    Sengoku Jidai: Shadow of the Shogun is a turn-based tactical and strategic game set during the Sengoku era; primarily focusing on the Japanese Warring States period and Japanese Invasion of Korea.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 39%, Strategy 31.2%, Historical 29.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers tactical depth set specifically during the Sengoku period, focusing on the military conflicts of the era.

  10. #10 A Total War Saga: FALL OF THE SAMURAI
    90% matchMixed70% of 1,679 reviews2012
    Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Experience the dramatic conflict of samurai culture and modern weaponry between the Imperial throne and the last Shogunate in 19th century Japan.

    Why similar: Strategy 45.7%, Historical 31.9%, Grand Strategy 22.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Captures the dramatic transition of the Sengoku-era culture into the modern age through intense military strategy.

  11. #11 Knights of Honor
    89% matchVery Positive93% of 2,365 reviews2009
    Dev: Black Sea Studios LtdPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    As King, it is your duty to lead your people in their struggle to raise your kingdom from its humble beginnings to a position of power and prestige. War, diplomacy and a burgeoning economy are the means by which you increase your power and expand your influence.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 42.5%, Strategy 31%, Historical 18.2%, Medieval 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: The original real-time grand strategy game that shares the spirit of managing a kingdom in real-time.

  12. #12 Oriental Empires
    89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,990 reviews2017
    Dev: Shining Pixel StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Turn based 4X strategy game, recreating the civilizations of ancient China. Develop your land, build great cities, raise huge armies and fight epic battles, with hundreds of soldiers fighting right on the game map. Advance your technologies, culture and religion to create one of mankind’s biggest empires.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 31.4%, Historical 30.2%, Strategy 24.6%, Simulation 13.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on building an empire in ancient China with deep grand strategy layers and historical authenticity.

  13. #13 Grand Ages: Medieval
    88% matchMixed48% of 1,970 reviews2015
    Dev: Gaming Minds StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Rise from the humble role of a simple mayor governing a small settlement and rule over all of Europe.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 39.1%, Strategy 26.4%, Historical 13.9%, Simulation 13.6%, Medieval 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on trade and empire building in a medieval setting with a focus on economic management.

  14. #14 ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS XIV
    86% matchMixed63% of 15,669 reviews2020
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 24.7 hrsMean: 110.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Triumph over the land, take charge of the fate of China! Conquer territories and fly your colors!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 46%, Historical 27.2%, Strategy 15.2%, Simulation 10.2%, RPG 1.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a complex simulation of feudal politics and military command in a historical East Asian setting.

  15. #15 Hearts of Iron IV
    85% matchVery Positive90% of 360,411 reviews2016
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 292.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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: Grand Strategy 44.1%, Historical 23.6%, Strategy 19.8%, Real-Time with Pause 7.1%, Simulation 5.4%

    Why You'll Like It: The premier military-focused grand strategy game from Paradox, offering unparalleled depth in war management.

  16. #16 March of the Eagles
    87% matchMixed67% of 382 reviews2013
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%

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

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 41%, Strategy 22.7%, Historical 17.7%, Simulation 11.7%, Real-Time with Pause 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A focused Paradox grand strategy title centered on military conflict and territorial control.

  17. #17 Old World
    84% matchVery Positive82% of 6,135 reviews2022
    Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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: Grand Strategy 45.7%, Historical 27.6%, Strategy 15.6%, Simulation 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends 4X mechanics with character-driven narrative events that echo the internal politics of Sengoku.

  18. #18 Field of Glory: Empires
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 858 reviews2019
    Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    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: Grand Strategy 46.6%, Historical 27%, Strategy 26.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A deep grand strategy game that emphasizes historical simulation and the management of a growing civilization.

  19. #19 Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar
    86% matchMixed60% of 449 reviews2014
    Dev: Longbow Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar takes you to the plains and forests of ancient Gaul where Julius Caesar wages a decade long war to subjugate the barbarian hordes. Hegemony Rome will immerse you in the history like no other real time strategy game ever before, forcing you to pay close attention to the changing seasons and rapidly...

    Why similar: Strategy 33.9%, Historical 24.5%, Grand Strategy 19.5%, Simulation 9.5%, Real-Time with Pause 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique real-time approach to historical grand strategy with a focus on logistics and military movement.

  20. #20 Victoria 3
    82% matchMostly Positive71% of 58,205 reviews2022
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 114.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 45.1%, Historical 25%, Strategy 12.7%, Real-Time with Pause 9.7%, Simulation 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A deep economic and political simulation from the same developer as Sengoku, focusing on the complexities of statecraft.

  21. #21 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
    83% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
    Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Take up the reins of your country, guide domestic and foreign policy, navigate thousands of historical figures and events, engage in various struggles and lead your country to prosperity – all in the name of glory!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 41.9%, Historical 25%, Strategy 14.7%, Simulation 10.9%, Real-Time with Pause 4.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic Paradox title that shares the same historical simulation roots and engine as Sengoku.

  22. #22 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
    79% matchVery Positive81% of 375 reviews2025
    Dev: Mr.Lordy
    Windows

    In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords,develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 40.2%, Historical 22.6%, Strategy 14.2%, Simulation 9.5%, RPG 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A modern take on medieval grand strategy and simulation that focuses on the challenges of ruling a kingdom.

  23. #23 Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms
    78% matchVery Positive89% of 7,704 reviews2025
    Dev: Free Wing
    Windows
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    "Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms" is a single-player RPG where you shape the Three Kingdoms era. Choose to be a ruler, a loyal advisor, or a cunning mercenary. Marry, build homes, or train in martial arts. Restore peace through diplomacy or conquer with mighty armies.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 41.9%, Historical 19.5%, Strategy 16.7%, Simulation 12.3%, RPG 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines RPG elements with strategy in a historical Chinese setting, focusing on individual character growth.

  24. #24 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
    81% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,248 reviews2014
    Dev: BattleGoat Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Grand Strategy 47.8%, Real-Time with Pause 15.2%, Historical 14.9%, Strategy 13.2%, Simulation 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive scale of grand strategy simulation with a focus on geopolitical management.

  25. #25 Aggressors: Ancient Rome
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 277 reviews2018
    Dev: Kubat SoftwarePub: Kube Games
    Windows

    A mix of deep gameplay and rich historical flavor, Aggressors: Ancient Rome lets you relive history as the ruler of one of the mighty civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean. Choose one of twenty available factions and conquer the world.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 40.5%, Historical 30.4%, Strategy 25.2%, Simulation 3.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A turn-based grand strategy game with a strong focus on historical accuracy and resource management.

  26. #26 Pride of Nations
    82% matchMixed49% of 136 reviews2011
    Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 39%

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

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 42.7%, Strategy 24.9%, Historical 20.7%, Simulation 11.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A complex historical simulation that emphasizes political and diplomatic management on a global scale.

  27. #27 Rise Of Three Kingdoms
    78% matchMixed61% of 126 reviews2024
    Dev: SLGames
    Windows

    Rise Of Kingdoms is a game with features that connected with strategies and turn-based system. It is also mixed with real historical events and monarchs that appeared in the history.

    Why similar: Strategy 35.8%, Historical 34.4%, Simulation 22.8%, RPG 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A strategy simulation focused on the political turmoil and military campaigns of the Three Kingdoms period.

  28. #28 Europa Universalis: Rome - Gold Edition
    80% matchMixed67% of 237 reviews2008
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Europa Universalis Rome Gold combines the epic strategy title Europa Universalis Rome with the expansion pack Vae Victis. Experience one of the most defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 44.1%, Strategy 22.4%, Historical 21.5%, Real-Time with Pause 8%, Simulation 3.9%

    Why You'll Like It: An early Paradox grand strategy title that shares the engine and style of Sengoku.

  29. #29 Civil War II
    79% matchMostly Positive78% of 345 reviews2014
    Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    You take the part of the military and political leadership, trying to lead your nation to victory, in the midst of some of the toughest operations of the Civil War. You will build, organize and command your armies over one of the largest maps of the USA ever made for a Civil War game.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.6%, Strategy 27.6%, Historical 27.2%, Simulation 14.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A deep, turn-based historical simulation focused on the military and political strategy of the American Civil War.

  30. #30 Victoria II
    77% matchVery Positive92% of 19,875 reviews2010
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Grand Strategy 50.2%, Historical 22.4%, Strategy 13.8%, Real-Time with Pause 7.8%, Simulation 5.7%

  31. #31 Europa Universalis V
    73% matchMostly Positive72% of 26,573 reviews2025
    Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 45.3 hrsMean: 90.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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: Grand Strategy 51.2%, Historical 25.4%, Strategy 14.7%, Simulation 8.7%

  32. #32 Hearts of Iron III
    77% matchMostly Positive76% of 6,046 reviews2009
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    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: Grand Strategy 50.5%, Historical 20%, Strategy 16.1%, Real-Time with Pause 7.7%, Simulation 5.7%

  33. #33 Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 35,447 reviews2006
    Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 36.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 35.7%, Historical 26.7%, Strategy 26.6%, Medieval 8%, Simulation 3%

  34. #34 Sengoku Dynasty
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,351 reviews2024
    Dev: SuperkamiPub: Toplitz Productions
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Sengoku Dynasty is the ultimate feudal Japan experience: build villages, grow your community, and shape the open world through combat or economy. The choice is yours alone - or that of up to 4 players in multiplayer co-op!

    Why similar: Historical 61.6%, RPG 21.5%, Medieval 16.9%

  35. #35 Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition
    74% matchVery Positive91% of 37,274 reviews2009
    Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 44.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 38.5%, Historical 33.1%, Strategy 28.4%

  36. #36 Crusader Kings Complete
    76% matchMixed62% of 240 reviews2012
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 31%

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

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 48.9%, Strategy 30.4%, Historical 15.1%, Medieval 5.6%

  37. #37 Victoria I Complete
    76% matchMixed70% of 266 reviews2010
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 24%

    Carefully guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion, colonization and social upheaval, to emerge as one of the great world powers by the dawn of the 20th century in Victoria Complete.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 46.3%, Strategy 27.6%, Historical 15.9%, Real-Time with Pause 10.3%

  38. #38 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence - Ascension
    75% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,078 reviews2016
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 51%, Historical 17.4%, Strategy 15.6%, RPG 9.8%, Simulation 6.3%

  39. #39 Europa Universalis III Complete
    74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,992 reviews2009
    Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Europa Universalis III Complete includes the original Europa Universalis III as well as the expansions In Nomine and Napoleons Ambition Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 50.1%, Historical 23.1%, Strategy 15.9%, Real-Time with Pause 7.6%, Simulation 2.9%

  40. #40 Age of History II
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 49,233 reviews2018
    Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
    Windows
    Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 61.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    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: Grand Strategy 41.6%, Historical 30.7%, Strategy 21.5%, Simulation 6.2%

  41. #41 Total War: ATTILA
    72% matchVery Positive82% of 36,976 reviews2015
    Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 80.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Against a darkening background of famine, disease and war, a new power is rising in the great steppes of the East. With a million horsemen at his back, the ultimate warrior king approaches, and his sights are set on Rome… The next instalment in the multi award-winning PC series that combines turn-based strategy with real-time tactics,...

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 37.9%, Historical 31.7%, Strategy 26.2%, Medieval 2.5%, Simulation 1.7%

  42. #42 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII
    73% matchMixed58% of 7,530 reviews2016
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 116.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    "The ultimate depiction of the Three Kingdom. A heroic drama of a gathering of Legends. "With this as the concept behind Romance of the Three Kingdoms 13, we have compiled an experience that will immerse you even deeper into the world of the Three Kingdoms, with "human drama," seen through the interactions of the...

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 45.2%, Historical 27%, Strategy 14.9%, Simulation 9.9%, RPG 3%

  43. #43 Field of Glory: Kingdoms
    70% matchVery Positive83% of 317 reviews2024
    Dev: AGEODPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    Politics, religion, war. They are nothing without a legacy that can stand the test of time. Lead any nation, and turn it into a mighty kingdom in one of the most compelling grand strategy games ever created.

    Why similar: Strategy 41.9%, Historical 39.7%, Grand Strategy 18.4%

  44. #44 Supreme Ruler 1936
    72% matchMostly Positive74% of 303 reviews2014
    Dev: BattleGoat Studios
    Windows
    Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    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: Grand Strategy 40.9%, Historical 24%, Strategy 14.8%, Real-Time with Pause 10.1%, Simulation 10.1%

  45. #45 Age of History 3
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 17,231 reviews2024
    Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 36.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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: Grand Strategy 69%, Strategy 24.2%, Medieval 6.9%

  46. #46 Medieval Kingdom Wars
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,602 reviews2019
    Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Rewrite medieval history through bloody siege combat in a fusion of RTS and Grand Strategy genres. Rule, build, and serve your King as a minor lord in medieval Europe. Experience siege, field and naval combat with an unseen degree of brutality. Rogue-like progression, epic towns and battles await…

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 63%, Strategy 18.7%, Simulation 9.8%, Medieval 8.4%

  47. #47 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Souzou
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 1,212 reviews2014
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 56.6%, Historical 19.1%, Strategy 17.4%, Simulation 6.9%

  48. #48 Realpolitiks
    71% matchMixed62% of 1,232 reviews2017
    Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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: Grand Strategy 45%, Strategy 32.1%, Historical 17.1%, Simulation 5.8%

  49. #49 Great Houses of Calderia
    69% matchMixed61% of 418 reviews2024
    Dev: Resistance GamesPub: Firesquid
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Great Houses of Calderia is a Feudal Grand Strategy game focusing on family dynamics & stories. Use your family strengths to compete against rivals to rise in the ranks of Calderia - produce, trade, scheme, bribe, and battle to build your legacy of power!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 57.4%, Strategy 17.3%, RPG 10.7%, Simulation 10%, Medieval 4.6%

  50. #50 Bellfortis
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 124 reviews2025
    Dev: Rake in Grass
    Windows

    Bellfortis is a strategy game from the early Middle Ages. Expand your kingdom, use politics and power. Strategic planning on the map alternates with realtime battles of armies. Play as a grand strategy or on smaller local maps, build, recruit armies and fight!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 47.1%, Historical 25.8%, Strategy 15%, Medieval 6.1%, Simulation 6.1%

  51. #51 Renaissance Kingdom Wars
    67% matchMostly Positive73% of 161 reviews2024
    Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
    Windows

    The year is 1510. As wars rage across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, it is the age of gunpowder and mercenaries - that changed the course of history. You can do it as well, going from a leader of men to the ruler of an empire in this unique mix of RTS and grand strategy.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 44.3%, Historical 24.7%, Strategy 15.6%, Simulation 9.8%, Medieval 5.6%

  52. #52 A Total War Saga: THRONES OF BRITANNIA
    68% matchMostly Positive70% of 14,652 reviews2018
    Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    From the multi-award-winning strategy series, A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia combines huge real-time battles with engrossing turn-based campaign, set at a critical flashpoint in history. Anglo-Saxons, Gaelic clans and Viking settlers clash for control. What Kingdom will you build?

    Why similar: Historical 34.5%, Grand Strategy 32.6%, Strategy 26.9%, Medieval 5.9%

  53. #53 兵法:战国篇
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 142 reviews2020
    Dev: 奇正游戏
    Windows

    A tactical strategy game with a background set in the Warring States Period.

    Why similar: Strategy 72.5%, Historical 21.8%, Simulation 5.7%

  54. #54 Hegemony III: Clash of the Ancients
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 552 reviews2015
    Dev: Longbow Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Command armies, manage resources, and build an empire in this real-time strategy wargame from Longbow Games. Will Rome fulfil its destiny to rule the ancient world or will history be rewritten to forge a new Etruscan, Gallic, or Greek hegemony!

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.8%, Historical 26.2%, Strategy 22.6%, Simulation 12.1%, Real-Time with Pause 9.4%

  55. #55 Realpolitiks II
    69% matchMixed46% of 666 reviews2021
    Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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: Grand Strategy 50.9%, Strategy 29.4%, Simulation 19.7%

  56. #56 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tenshouki with Power Up Kit HD Version
    69% matchMixed56% of 66 reviews2015
    Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
    Windows

    The 6th release of the "Nobunaga's Ambition" historical simulation game series has been reborn at the STEAM store as "Tenshouki with Power-up Kit HD Version." Players become the rulers of their clans and aim to unify the country under their leadership.

    Why similar: Grand Strategy 47.4%, Historical 27.5%, Strategy 15.1%, Simulation 10%

  57. #57 Three Kingdoms Mushouden
    64% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,063 reviews2025
    Dev: NanBei StudioPub: Paleo
    Windows

    Set on the eve of the Yellow Turban Rebellion (AD 182), you can play as an original character or a historical warlord, building forces and forging alliances. Whether you choose to be a lone wanderer or rally famous generals, use your knowledge and wisdom to reshape history!

    Why similar: Historical 43.4%, Strategy 27.4%, Simulation 16.3%, RPG 12.9%

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