- #1 Seven Kingdoms: Ancient Adversaries
97% matchVery Positive94% of 248 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: RTS 58.5%, Strategy 41.5%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct predecessor to the seed game and shares its core mechanics of espionage, trade, and RTS conquest.
- #2 Knights of Honor II: Sovereign
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,602 reviews2022
Dev: Black Sea GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.2 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: RTS 24.3%, Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, Strategy 13.9%, Historical 12.8%, 4X 11% ★
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep blend of grand strategy, diplomacy, and real-time tactical battles in a medieval setting.
- #3 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
96% matchVery Positive95% of 15,707 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!
Why similar: RTS 39.4%, Historical 16.5%, Strategy 16.1%, Classic 15.1% ★, Multiplayer 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly bridges the gap between 4X turn-based strategy and real-time strategy, much like the seed game.
- #4 Old World
95% matchVery Positive82% of 6,627 reviews2022
Dev: Mohawk GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: 4X 20.9% ★, Diplomacy 19.5% ★, Grand Strategy 13% ★, Historical 12.4%, Economy 11%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that focuses heavily on character-driven diplomacy and historical management.
- #5 Stronghold: Definitive Edition
94% matchVery Positive86% of 10,135 reviews2023
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.
Why similar: RTS 18.8%, Economy 14.8%, Historical 12.9%, Real Time Tactics 11.2%, Isometric 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the intricate balance of castle building, resource management, and siege warfare.
- #6 Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
94% matchVery Positive95% of 179,516 reviews2019
Dev: World's EdgePub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 87.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
42 Civilizations, 229 Campaign Missions, Singleplayer, Co-Op, Multiplayer, In-Game Editor, Mods, Cross-play...It is good to be the king.
Why similar: RTS 36.8%, Strategy 16.6%, Historical 16.1%, Resource Management 10.6%, Multiplayer 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for historical RTS games that emphasizes economic management and base building.
- #7 Manor Lords
92% matchVery Positive84% of 88,052 reviews2024
Dev: Slavic MagicPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Historical 20.2%, Diplomacy 11% ★, 4X 10.8% ★, Economy 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sophisticated city-builder that integrates realistic economic management with real-time tactical combat.
- #8 Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 35,942 reviews2006
Dev: CREATIVE ASSEMBLYPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 36.9 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: Historical 22.5%, RTS 20%, Grand Strategy 18.9% ★, Strategy 15.4%, Real Time Tactics 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a turn-based grand strategy campaign map with intense real-time tactical battles.
- #9 Medieval Kingdom Wars
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,611 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: Diplomacy 20.4% ★, 4X 17.8% ★, RTS 16.5%, Grand Strategy 13.9% ★, Economy 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy RTS hybrid that focuses on the struggles of medieval kingdoms with a strong emphasis on building and economy.
- #10 Victoria 3
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 59,962 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 118.1 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: Diplomacy 20.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Economy 15.7%, Historical 15.4%, Resource Management 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly deep economic and political simulation that mirrors the complexity of managing a nation's trade and industry.
- #11 Circle Empires
89% matchVery Positive90% of 4,141 reviews2018
Dev: LuminousPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.
Why similar: RTS 51%, Strategy 25.8%, Indie 8.5%, Fantasy 7.7%, Multiplayer 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced RTS that incorporates 4X-lite elements and territory expansion in a unique circular map format.
- #12 Commander: Conquest of the Americas
90% matchMixed52% of 189 reviews2010
Dev: Nitro Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Set sail for the New World and shape the destiny of your empire. Lead one of seven European factions in this blend of colony management, exploration, and naval strategy. Build settlements, explore vast territories, and secure your legacy through diplomacy and tactical naval combat.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.4% ★, RTS 19.8%, Historical 14.5%, Economy 14.3%, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the economic and diplomatic aspects of colonial expansion with naval combat elements.
- #13 Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders
87% matchVery Positive92% of 1,080 reviews2020
Dev: Blueside
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 56%
The cult heavy metal fantasy action-strategy gem comes to PC in HD. Lead your armies from the front lines, giving strategic orders to your forces while wading into hack n’ slash action battle. Crush your foes across four campaigns, and spend the spoils of war on upgrading your forces.
Why similar: RTS 39.8%, Real Time Tactics 16.8%, Strategy 12.8%, Simulation 9.9%, Fantasy 9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends action-heavy combat with strategic unit management and army positioning.
- #14 Hearthlands
88% matchVery Positive82% of 414 reviews2017
Dev: Four White Cats
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Hearthlands is a medieval/fantasy city-building real time strategy game in which you take a role of a king in a procedurally generated world. You can not control your subjects directly; instead you focus on city-building, resource management, diplomacy, magic, etc.
Why similar: RTS 18.9%, Diplomacy 13.3% ★, Resource Management 11.3%, Economy 10.8%, Isometric 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A city-building game that prioritizes economic management and colony simulation over pure combat.
- #15 Europa Universalis IV
86% matchVery Positive88% of 136,659 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 280.9 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: Diplomacy 19.6% ★, 4X 19.5% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Historical 14.2%, Economy 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: The premier grand strategy experience for those who enjoy complex diplomacy, trade, and historical expansion.
- #16 Pizza Connection 2
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 312 reviews2017
Dev: Assemble Entertainment
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 36%
It's your empire... Take control! The game has it all! the depth of gameplay will have you on the edge of your seat for hours on-end. Build, manage, strategize and conquer the competition with the richest gameplay tycoon product ever offered!
Why similar: Economy 24.9%, Strategy 19.8%, Simulation 19.5%, Management 12.7%, Classic 11.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: A classic management simulation that highlights the economic and competitive aspects of business strategy.
- #17 Galactic Civilizations® II: Ultimate Edition
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,705 reviews2011
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 44.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Get the complete GalCiv II saga including Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords, the expansion pack Dark Avatar, and the newest expansion pack Twilight of the Arnor!
Why similar: 4X 45.8% ★, Grand Strategy 27.9% ★, Diplomacy 10.9% ★, Strategy 10.1%, Sandbox 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X space strategy game that features robust diplomacy and economic systems similar to the seed game's depth.
- #18 Three Kingdoms: Innovatory
84% matchMixed59% of 977 reviews2024
Dev: 瞬息万变工作室Pub: Moment HK
Windows
This is a classic historical simulation + real-time strategy game, where you will go back to the era of the Three Kingdoms and play as various renowned sovereigns.
Why similar: 4X 28.1% ★, RTS 22.7%, Grand Strategy 16.4% ★, Historical 13.3%, Real Time Tactics 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A wargame that incorporates tactical real-time elements with strategic management.
- #19 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,251 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.7 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: RTS 30.8%, Grand Strategy 26.9% ★, Historical 13.3%, Sandbox 8.8%, Strategy 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a complex geopolitical simulation that requires managing economy, military, and diplomacy on a global scale.
- #20 World Warfare & Economics
83% matchMixed61% of 681 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: 4X 19.2% ★, Diplomacy 16.8% ★, RTS 14.6%, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Economy 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A modern strategy game that emphasizes political simulation and economic control in a global conflict.
- #21 Renaissance Kingdom Wars
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 166 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: Diplomacy 20.9% ★, RTS 16.2%, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Economy 12%, Historical 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: Combines grand strategy map management with real-time tactical battles in a historical setting.
- #22 The Settlers® : Heritage of Kings - History Edition
82% matchVery Positive84% of 831 reviews2019
Dev: Ubisoft Blue BytePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 67.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
With this modernized History Edition dive into the diversified mix of enthralling build-up matches and exciting real-time fights. Manifold landscapes await to be explored and populated. Includes the main game plus the two expansions.
Why similar: RTS 63.6%, Strategy 36.4%
Why You'll Like It: An economy-driven RTS where resource chains and city growth are essential to military success.
- #23 DSS 2: War Industry
79% matchVery Positive86% of 170 reviews2025
Dev: vikingfabian
Windows · Linux
In this real-time grand strategy game, command armies, build cities, and manage a dynamic economy. Establish automated supply routes within your territory to streamline production. Fortify your defenses and brace for intense battles. Can you lead your empire to dominance?
Why similar: RTS 27.2%, Economy 22.2%, Grand Strategy 21% ★, Resource Management 9.7%, Strategy 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the intersection of industrial production, economy, and military strategy.
- #24 Great Houses of Calderia
81% matchMixed61% of 425 reviews2024
Dev: Resistance GamesPub: Firesquid
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 18.1% ★, Diplomacy 13.9% ★, 4X 12.4% ★, Economy 11.5%, RTS 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on dynasty management and strategic decision-making within a fantasy setting.
- #25 Trade Conquest
80% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2024
Dev: GrandPaw Games
Windows
Rise from a cunning strategist to a powerful ruler. Master economic warfare, manipulate global events, and build industries or armies to conquer the world. Every decision in this modern Grand Strategy game shapes your ascent to power—will you rise through wealth or force?
Why similar: Diplomacy 19.1% ★, 4X 16% ★, Grand Strategy 14% ★, Economy 12.8%, RTS 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that places a heavy emphasis on trade routes, economy, and political maneuvering.
- #26 Deadlock II: Shrine Wars
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 79 reviews2014
Dev: Cyberlore Studios, Inc.Pub: Atari
Windows
Build your empire upon the bodies of others! Deadlock II: Shrine wars is an exciting game of strategy, resource management and military conquest. Take control of one of seven races as you search for the secret power an ancient civilization.
Why similar: Strategy 60.3%, Classic 39.7% ★
Why You'll Like It: A classic hybrid that blends 4X exploration and research with real-time tactical combat.
- #27 Lords of Solgrund
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Sillylas
Windows
Lords of Solgrund combines elements of real time strategy, city building and other unique additions. The game features detailed animations, complex gameplay systems inspired by the early middle ages and elements of fantasy.
Why similar: RTS 22%, Economy 19.2%, Historical 14%, Isometric 13.8%, Sandbox 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A management-heavy city builder that requires careful planning of resources and economic growth.
- #28 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
77% matchVery Positive82% of 250 reviews2026
Dev: 古玩工作室
Windows
"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!
Why similar: 4X 21.4% ★, RTS 20.2%, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, Historical 15.4%, Real Time Tactics 7.6%
- #29 Supreme Ruler 2030
78% matchMixed64% of 548 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Diplomacy 20.1% ★, RTS 19.7%, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Economy 11.3%, Real Time Tactics 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A modern geopolitical strategy game that requires balancing national budgets, diplomacy, and military operations.
- #30 Knights of the Crusades
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 172 reviews2025
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Travel to the Holy Land with the First Crusades. Rise from a humble knight to the founding father of a world-spanning holy order. Lead through war, faith, diplomacy, and cunning schemes. Experience a unique blend of RTS, city-building, and sandbox gameplay, and shape history!
Why similar: RTS 21.2%, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, 4X 17.3% ★, Diplomacy 16% ★, Sandbox 8.7%
- #31 Majesty Gold HD
78% matchVery Positive93% of 592 reviews2009
Dev: CyberlorePub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 33%
The High Definition edition of Majesty Gold contains main game, the Northern Expansion Pack as well as 2 new quests and several other graphics and gameplay updates.Majesty is a Real-time strategy game with indirect control – your heroes have a will of their own!
Why similar: Strategy 23.6%, RTS 20.2%, Simulation 18%, Economy 12.1%, Isometric 8.7%
- #32 Tropico Reloaded
76% matchVery Positive88% of 976 reviews2009
Dev: PopTop SoftwarePub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
TROPICO RELOADED is the ultimate game compilation for hobby-dictators and those dreaming of their own Caribbean island. Tropico combines real-time strategy and simulation elements with a healthy dose of political intrigue and Caribbean flair to create a unique and critically acclaimed game experience.
Why similar: Simulation 23%, Strategy 22.2%, Classic 16% ★, Management 12.9%, Economy 12.3%
- #33 AlexanderBall: A Countryball Tale
75% matchVery Positive90% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: Red Thorn Interactive
Windows · Mac
Ascend to the Macedonian throne as Alexander the Great and relive his conquests! Fighting alongside redoubtable and quirky commanders, recruit numerous types of balls for your army, construct countless cities named Alexandria, and build an empire that stretches to the ends of the known world!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.2% ★, Historical 16.2%, 4X 14.7% ★, Economy 13.8%
- #34 Stronghold Legends: Steam Edition
75% matchVery Positive88% of 2,681 reviews2016
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Catapult werewolves over castle walls, incinerate troops with dragon fire and command the Knights of the Round Table! This remaster of the mythical ‘castle sim’ features Steam multiplayer, Workshop support, new maps, achievements and DLC campaigns.
Why similar: RTS 16.7%, Economy 15.8%, Historical 11.9%, Real Time Tactics 11.2%, Isometric 10.4%
- #35 How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country
74% matchVery Positive91% of 271 reviews2023
Dev: tomadanPub: OTAKU Plan
Windows
How a Retired Strategist Saved the Country is a real time strategy simulation game where you manage resources to develop your country. The player is asked by elves, beastmen... Etc. various heroines ask you for help, and then you take command of their country's army.
Why similar: Resource Management 19.4%, Economy 18.3%, Historical 17.3%, Real Time Tactics 12.4%, Strategy 9.9%
- #36 Rebel Inc: Escalation
73% matchVery Positive82% of 7,362 reviews2021
Dev: Ndemic CreationsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.
Why similar: 4X 18.2% ★, Diplomacy 17.6% ★, Grand Strategy 11.2% ★, Historical 10.8%, Economy 10.6%
- #37 Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
72% matchVery Positive88% of 1,642 reviews2022
Dev: The Secret Games CompanyPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 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: 4X 24.5% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Historical 14.7%, Economy 14.1%, Resource Management 10.8%
- #38 Hot Springs Story 2
73% matchVery Positive85% of 184 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A "hot" new hot springs resort sim with a ton of new exclusive features!
Why similar: RTS 55.2%, Simulation 18.5%, Retro 14.7%, Strategy 8.7%, Singleplayer 2%
- #39 Stronghold 2: Steam Edition
72% matchVery Positive89% of 5,674 reviews2017
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Tax, torture or treat your peasants! Rehabilitate criminals or sentence them to death? Decide as you enjoy jousting over a lavish banquet, all while under siege from the warmongering Lord Barclay.
Why similar: RTS 21%, Economy 17.7%, Real Time Tactics 12%, Historical 9.5%, Sandbox 9.1%
- #40 The Guild II
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 841 reviews2010
Dev: 4HEAD StudiosPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
The Guild 2 is the shining successor of the ultra successful medieval life sim, Europe 1400. The Guild 2 is a unique mixture of RPG and life simulation in an immersive middle ages scenario. The player and his party become part of history and can even change it in real-time. Go back to the dark middle ages and found a new dynasty!
Why similar: Economy 28.1%, Simulation 24.6%, Strategy 23.8%, Sandbox 11.1%, Management 8.1%
- #41 Europa Universalis V
69% matchMixed68% of 29,250 reviews2025
Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 51.3 hrsMean: 107.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.
Why similar: Diplomacy 20.2% ★, 4X 18.4% ★, Grand Strategy 13.6% ★, Historical 12.8%, Economy 12.6%
- #42 Stronghold Crusader HD (2012)
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 20,920 reviews2013
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
Why similar: RTS 15%, Real Time Tactics 14.7%, Economy 11.7%, Historical 11.1%, Sandbox 11%
- #43 Paragon Pioneers 2
70% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2024
Dev: Tobias Arlt
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive into the captivating world of Paragon Pioneers 2, an engaging city-building idle game filled with extensive content promising months of immersive gameplay. Even with limited playtime, you can delve deep into this simulation, experimenting with various strategies to enhance your realm.
Why similar: Economy 24.6%, Strategy 23%, Simulation 21.5%, Management 11%, Fantasy 10.9%
- #44 Imperiums: Greek Wars
71% matchVery Positive86% of 543 reviews2020
Dev: Kube Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Unique combination of turn-based 4X and historical grand strategy with a mythological twist. Explore the ancient world and build a world leading civilization. Survive, expand, conquer... and win!
Why similar: 4X 24.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, Historical 13.7%, Economy 12%
- #45 Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition
66% matchVery Positive92% of 10,965 reviews2025
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 12.8 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.
Why similar: RTS 19.6%, Economy 15.8%, Historical 12.9%, Real Time Tactics 12.1%, Isometric 10.7%
- #46 Dummynation
68% matchVery Positive88% of 3,113 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 35.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Geopolitical management game with real-time shifting borders and a streamlined gameplay, designed to minimize all burdensome chores while allowing an absolute strategic control, from military recruitment and deployment, to diplomatic and economic management.
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16.2% ★, RTS 16.1%, Economy 13.3%, Resource Management 8.3%
- #47 Kingdoms and Castles
67% matchVery Positive94% of 31,170 reviews2017
Dev: Lion Shield, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Kingdoms and Castles is a city-building simulation game about growing a kingdom from a tiny hamlet to a sprawling city and imposing castle. Make trade agreements, alliance, and war with neighboring AI controlled kingdoms. Each villager and resource is individually simulated.
Why similar: 4X 23.6% ★, RTS 17.6%, Economy 14.1%, Resource Management 12.8%, Historical 8%
- #48 Imperivm RTC - HD Edition "Great Battles of Rome"
69% matchMixed69% of 1,264 reviews2021
Dev: Dinamic Software
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Lead the battles that forged the greatest Empire of all time. Seven civilizations fighting for glory or freedom: Rome, Aegyptus, Britannia, Germania, Gallia, Hispania, and Carthago. Enjoy the fast-paced RTC “Real-Time Conquest” gameplay, an Old School RTS oriented to military conquest.
Why similar: RTS 42%, Historical 29.9%, Strategy 20.9%, Multiplayer 5.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #49 Myths and Legends
67% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2024
Dev: Artificial Worlds
Windows · Linux
"Myths and Legends" is our next-gen semi-idle, trading real time strategy, that takes the player 2500 years back in time, but with a sense of humor. The game combines elements of exploration, combat, trade and diplomacy on procedurally generated islands.
Why similar: 4X 29.1% ★, Diplomacy 22.5% ★, Economy 16%, Isometric 13.8%, Real Time Tactics 11.1%
- #50 For The Glory: A Europa Universalis Game
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 171 reviews2009
Dev: Crystal Empire GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%
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: 4X 20.7% ★, Diplomacy 18.9% ★, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Historical 14.2%, Economy 10.4%
- #51 Republic of Pirates
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 491 reviews2024
Dev: Crazy Goat GamesPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Establish and grow a pirate utopia during the Golden Age of Piracy. Create a resource-based economy, engage in real-time naval combat, and conduct diplomacy with rival powers. Explore the far reaches of the Caribbean in search of the ultimate fortune and glory.
Why similar: RTS 24.2%, Diplomacy 18.2% ★, Resource Management 14.9%, Historical 11.7%, Economy 10%
- #52 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII
68% matchMixed58% of 7,563 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 19.0 hrsMean: 116.0 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: Diplomacy 29.5% ★, RTS 20.9%, Grand Strategy 16.7% ★, Historical 15.8%, Strategy 6.1%
- #53 Reign: Conflict of Nations
70% matchMixed50% of 127 reviews2010
Dev: Lesta StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Reign: Conflict of Nations allows players to have a well thought-out and historically accurate system of building and assigning labor forces in cities, a large selection of scenario-based and random missions, an expansive and realistic technology tree, more than 150 types of military units and elaborated graphics and animations which brin
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #54 Empires Apart
67% matchMixed68% of 2,482 reviews2018
Dev: DESTINYbitPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
An exciting free-to-play Real Time Strategy game set in medieval times. Uniquely designed factions, customization options, singleplayer and multiplayer gameplay. Gather resources, raise an army and lead your civilization to victory in a classic RTS, brought to the modern age.
Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Historical 18.2%, Strategy 16.3%, Real Time Tactics 13.3%, Multiplayer 7.9%
- #55 Lessaria: Fantasy Kingdom Sim
63% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,906 reviews2025
Dev: Rockbee TeamPub: Polden Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lessaria is an RTS inspired by Majesty 👑 where you guide heroes with indirect control. Play through the campaign or relax in sandbox mode as you build your magical kingdom.
Why similar: RTS 40.8%, Strategy 12.8%, Sandbox 12.8%, Simulation 11%, Management 10.8%
- #56 Lords of the Realm III
69% matchMixed56% of 50 reviews2015
Dev: Impressions GamesPub: Rebellion
Windows
When it comes to medieval real-time strategy, Lords of the Realm III flies the flag high. Whether it's maneuvering troops on the battlefield, negotiating trade and alliances, or overseeing armies across the lands, RTS fans will find plenty here to enjoy.
Why similar: Strategy 57.2%, Simulation 42.8%