Games Like SHOGUN: Total War™ - Collection

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: Strategy 40.2%, Historical 22.3%, Grand Strategy 12.6%, Classic 8.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 8%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the pinnacle of the classic Total War formula, it perfectly balances grand strategy with massive, cinematic real-time battles.

Total War: ROME REMASTERED lets you relive the legacy that defined the award-winning strategy game series. Remastered to 4K with multiple improvements to visuals as well as refinements to gameplay, it’s time to revisit a true classic. Not everyone gets a second chance to conquer the Roman Empire.

Why similar: Strategy 35%, Historical 20.2%, Grand Strategy 18.9%, Action 10.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful update to one of the most beloved entries in the series, maintaining the core strategic depth that fans of the original Shogun will appreciate.

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: Strategy 34.7%, Historical 32.8%, Grand Strategy 22%, War 10.4%, Singleplayer 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: Set in the same Sengoku period as Shogun, this game offers an incredibly deep grand strategy experience focused on Japanese history and political maneuvering.

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

Why similar: Strategy 42.4%, Historical 27%, Grand Strategy 13.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.1%, War 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It expands the scale of the Total War formula to a global level, introducing complex naval combat and gunpowder-era warfare.

Complete your Total War collection with this Definitive Edition of Total War: NAPOLEON, which includes all DLC and feature updates since the game’s release

Why similar: Strategy 41.6%, Historical 29.5%, Grand Strategy 12.5%, War 6.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title refines the tactical combat mechanics of the series, focusing on the fast-paced warfare of the Napoleonic era.

Unite Ancient China under your rule through a thrilling blend of turn-based empire building and real-time battles. Use the Guanxi System and diplomacy to forge alliances, and build powerful armies with hundreds of unique infantry, cavalry and war machine units.

Why similar: Strategy 39.4%, Historical 30.4%, Grand Strategy 11.6%, War 8.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This entry introduces sophisticated character-driven mechanics and diplomacy that enhance the classic Total War strategic experience.

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: Strategy 56.4%, Grand Strategy 23.6%, Historical 19.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: It successfully blends a real-time grand strategy map with tactical battles, mirroring the core appeal of the Total War series.

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: Strategy 40.1%, Historical 26.6%, Grand Strategy 13.4%, War 8.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its challenging campaign and brutal tactical combat, it provides a high-stakes experience for veteran strategy players.

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: Strategy 42.5%, Historical 28.5%, Grand Strategy 21.6%, War 6.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: While it lacks real-time battles, its focus on dynasty management and historical grand strategy offers a similar sense of long-term empire building.

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: Strategy 40.2%, Historical 20.8%, Samurai 20% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that focuses specifically on the military history of the Shogun era, perfect for those who enjoy the setting.

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: Strategy 39.4%, Historical 27.5%, Grand Strategy 11.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.6%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A focused, historical grand strategy experience that tightens the scope of the Total War formula to a specific time and place.

In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

Why similar: Strategy 55.9%, Historical 23%, Action 19.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique perspective on historical warfare by allowing you to lead your troops on the battlefield from a third-person perspective.

Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch.

Why similar: Strategy 47%, Historical 23.4%, Grand Strategy 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.9%, War 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, polished entry in the series that provides a deep look at the expansion of the Roman Republic.

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: Historical 34.8%, Strategy 34.8%, Grand Strategy 24.6%, War 5.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for historical grand strategy, offering unparalleled depth in diplomacy, trade, and empire management.

Inspired by The Iliad and brought to life through the award-winning strategy game series, A Total War Saga: TROY brings a blend of grand, turn-based empire management and spectacular real-time battles to the heart of the Trojan War.

Why similar: Strategy 34.4%, Historical 25.7%, Grand Strategy 13.2%, Action 9.8%, War 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It introduces unique resource management and mythological elements to the classic Total War tactical framework.

42 Civilizations, 229 Campaign Missions, Singleplayer, Co-Op, Multiplayer, In-Game Editor, Mods, Cross-play...It is good to be the king.

Why similar: Strategy 58.9%, Historical 21.5%, Classic 16.5% ★, Action 2.2%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic historical RTS that focuses on base building and tactical unit control, capturing the spirit of real-time warfare.

Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!

Why similar: Strategy 48.4%, Historical 29%, War 10.9%, Action 10.4%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A large-scale historical RTS that emphasizes massive armies and resource management, similar to the tactical scale of Total War.

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: Strategy 46.1%, Historical 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Grand Strategy 12.6%, War 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive turn-based 4X strategy game, focusing on the long-term development of a civilization through history.

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: Strategy 38.8%, Historical 33.8%, Grand Strategy 26.4%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: A deep grand strategy game that focuses on the complex economic and political shifts of the 19th century.

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: Strategy 40.3%, Historical 26%, Grand Strategy 20.6%, War 9.5%, Action 3%

Why You'll Like It: An intense grand strategy experience focused on military logistics and the global scale of World War II.

It is a time of war in Europe. Driven by new ideas of Enlightenment, the hearts of men and women across the continent are inflamed with dreams of freedom and glory. This is the moment for a military genius to forge himself a name to be remembered throughout all eternity. This is your moment.

Why similar: Strategy 58.5%, Historical 28.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, War 4.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a turn-based strategic map with real-time battles, capturing the core gameplay loop of the Total War series.

Strategy & Tactics: Wargame Collection is a set of three historical turn-based strategies, in which you are going to take command of the armies in the greatest Medieval wars as well as take control of countries and nations during World War II.

Why similar: Strategy 57.6%, Historical 18.5%, Grand Strategy 11.9%, War 7.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a variety of tactical historical scenarios that test your ability to manage units in complex war zones.

Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.

Why similar: Strategy 44.3%, Historical 22.7%, Grand Strategy 15%, War 9.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical war game that emphasizes historical accuracy and detailed unit management on the battlefield.

In American Conquest, Players set sail from Europe to discover new world and conquer its innumerable riches.

Why similar: Strategy 67.6%, Historical 31.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Cossacks, this game offers large-scale historical RTS combat in the Americas.

XIII Century Gold Edition combines the highly successful strategy game XIII Century: Death or Glory with the follow-up sequel, XIII Century: Blood of Europe.XIII Century: Death or Glory is an RTS game which immerses players in the Middle Ages.

Why similar: Strategy 100%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on the tactical aspect of medieval warfare, providing a pure combat experience for strategy fans.

Wage total war across the ancient world from the Aegean to Mesopotamia in this free addition to Total War: PHARAOH. Challenge the Bronze Age Collapse by building your own dynasty and leading your faction to victory with new cultures, new units and dramatic new battle mechanics.

Why similar: Strategy 37.9%, Historical 17.9%, Action 16.9%, Grand Strategy 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 7%

Making History® delivers the open-ended gameplay of strategy-game classics, but with compelling new economic, military, and diplomatic systems and deep research that lets you play with real historical challenges.

Why similar: Strategy 50.6%, Grand Strategy 17%, Historical 12.4%, Action 11.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that allows players to rewrite the history of the 20th century through careful planning and military action.

MEDIEVAL: Total War™ - Collection Edition is the compilation of the critically-acclaimed Medieval: Total War and its official expansion pack - Viking Invasion.

Why similar: Strategy 43.9%, Historical 17.2%, Action 14.7%, Classic 12.6% ★, Grand Strategy 5.9%

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: Strategy 50.6%, Historical 26.4%, Grand Strategy 22.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic grand strategy title that focuses on the rise of Rome, offering a deep look at ancient political and military structures.

Rome: Total War - Alexander is the second official expansion pack to Rome: Total War. An entirely new campaign map that stretches from Macedonia to Greece and into the heart of the ancient Persian Empire New campaign game that tasks players with matching the exploits of Alexander the Great as he swept across Central Asia and dominated...

Why similar: Strategy 57.7%, Historical 21.5%, Grand Strategy 9.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 5.7%, Classic 5.6% ★

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete, the latest offering in the Sid Meier's Civilization III franchise, provides gaming fans with Sid Meier's Civilization III, the highly-addictive journey of discovery.

Why similar: Strategy 43%, Classic 21.5% ★, Historical 16.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Grand Strategy 5.7%

This game is devoted to the key events of the XVII–XVIII centuries.

Why similar: Strategy 80.1%, Historical 19.3%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords is the first expansion pack for the award-winning game that has become an instant world-wide hit. Paying homage to some of history's greatest military leaders, the expansion delivers six unique and interesting scenarios, giving players the chance to change the course of history with the help of their...

Why similar: Strategy 72.3%, Historical 14.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Singleplayer 0.4%

In Total War: PHARAOH, the newest entry in the award-winning grand strategy series, immerse yourself in ancient Egypt at the zenith of its power and experience the dramatic events that threaten its destruction.

Why similar: Strategy 31.5%, Grand Strategy 20%, Historical 19%, Action 11.2%, War 9.2%

Cossacks II: Battle for Europe is a standalone add-on for "Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars" presenting new nations with the possibility to wage multiplayer battles.

Why similar: Strategy 75.5%, Historical 24.5%

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: Strategy 50.6%, Historical 16.2%, Grand Strategy 16%, Classic 11.6% ★, War 5.2%

Cossacks: Back to War contains all of the gameplay features of Cossacks: European Wars and Cossacks: The Art of War, this is a complete care package for all current and future Cossacks fans. This add-on contains two new nations: Switzerland and Hungary.

Why similar: Strategy 51.7%, Classic 30.2% ★, Historical 14.3%, War 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.3%

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

Why similar: Strategy 82.7%, Historical 13.5%, War 3.8%

Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit.

Why similar: Strategy 52.6%, Historical 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Classic 7% ★, Grand Strategy 5.2%

Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars sends the player into the heroic XIX century where they assume the role of a commander to take part in the massive historical battles for the supremacy over Europe.

Why similar: Strategy 75.5%, Historical 24.5%

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game experience in which players will lead a European...

Why similar: Strategy 56.6%, Historical 25.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.3%, Grand Strategy 3.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

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

Why similar: Strategy 50.1%, Historical 29.2%, Grand Strategy 20.8%

Age of Empires, the pivotal real-time strategy game that launched a 20-year legacy returns with modernized gameplay, all-new 4K visuals, 8-person multiplayer battles and a host of other new features. Welcome back to history.

Why similar: Strategy 52%, Historical 22%, Classic 20.6% ★, War 2.2%, Action 2%

Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner

Why similar: Historical 36.9%, Strategy 35.8%, Grand Strategy 26.1%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack includes the original Alpha Centauri and the expansion, Alien Crossfire.

Why similar: Strategy 81%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Set in World War 2, Sudden Strike offers revolutionary real-time-strategy gameplay. Command Russian, German, French, American and British armies in large scale battles including urban warfare, beach landings and aerial invasions. Whichever tactics you choose, you will find it in Sudden Strike!

Why similar: Strategy 70%, Classic 30% ★

AGEod goes back to the Napoleonic era and delivers the most detailed and comprehensive strategy game ever created about a time of struggle and conquest that forged modern Europe.

Why similar: Strategy 56.2%, Historical 24.7%, Grand Strategy 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 7.1%

Welcome to Age of Wonders, the authentic turn based fantasy strategy classic that started the hit series. Age of Wonders’ intimate atmosphere with painterly graphics still shines today. The game’s fully patched up, start building your fantasy empire today!

Why similar: Strategy 57.9%, Classic 28.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%

The legendary RTS game which started it all. Will you side with the humanistic GDI or bring the world to its knees with Kane and the Brotherhood of Nod. Your adversaries are without mercy. And so are you.

Why similar: Strategy 60.4%, Action 26.3%, Classic 11.7% ★, Singleplayer 1.6%

At the height of World War 2, take command of German, Russian, British, American and Imperial Japanese armies on battelfields across the globe. Sudden Strike 2 expands on all aspects of the classic RTS game with new units, maps and epic campaigns.

Why similar: Strategy 71.2%, Classic 28.8% ★

The ULTIMATE collection is here! It all began in ’93, and now, the weapon-based fighting game series that swept the world is ready to be taken home in a new stellar collection! Six NEOGEO titles as well as one mysterious, unreleased game are featured!

Why similar: Action 50.7%, Historical 47.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Lead a samurai invasion into the mysterious island of Awaji! Recruit, promote, and upgrade your warriors while navigating the ancient world of feudal Japan. Use samurai weapons and strategies to conquer the entire island and become Warlord!

Why similar: Strategy 28.1%, Historical 26.7%, Samurai 26.6% ★, Action 12.3%, War 5.2%

Lead a Three Kingdoms warlord in a turn-based grand strategy simulation focused on logistics, diplomacy, officer management, and large-scale warfare.

Why similar: Strategy 49.3%, Historical 24.2%, War 14%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.5%

Enter Japan in the age of warring states. At the center of this role-playing, action-adventure simulation of combat, statesmanship and intrigue, you are a samurai warrior struggling for honor!

Why similar: Samurai 30.8% ★, Historical 25.6%, Strategy 23.8%, Classic 13.6% ★, Action 5.4%

The 4th expansion of the classic historical strategy game Europa Universalis III enhances every aspect of the game to create a deeper experience.

Why similar: Strategy 84.5%, Grand Strategy 15.5%