Games Like Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™

Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.

Why similar: 4X 21.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.2%, Turn-Based 11.5%, Strategy 9.2%, Hex Grid 7.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: It combines 4X empire management with tactical turn-based combat in a rich, sci-fi setting featuring distinct factions.

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

Why similar: 4X 46.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Strategy 14.6%, Space 13.2%, Multiplayer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct spiritual predecessor to Beyond Earth, offering deep planetary colonization and ideological faction mechanics.

ENDLESS Space™ 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS Universe™. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?

Why similar: Strategy 71.3%, 4X 8.2% ★, Space 7.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 3.9%, Sci-fi 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a highly polished space-based 4X experience with unique faction playstyles and deep technological progression.

Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.

Why similar: 4X 30.5% ★, Space 17.3%, Grand Strategy 14.9%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Strategy 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: While grand-strategy in nature, it provides the most immersive space exploration and empire-building experience available.

Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time?

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.2%, 4X 18.4% ★, Strategy 16.3%, Turn-Based 13.5%, Grand Strategy 10%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the core series, providing the most refined version of the turn-based 4X mechanics found in Beyond Earth.

Take command of a civilization that has just achieved faster-than-light travel in Galactic Civilizations IV, the newest entry in the award-winning space 4X strategy game series. Explore the galaxy, colonize worlds, shape cultures, make alliances, fight wars and pioneer new technologies.

Why similar: 4X 22.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Grand Strategy 10.8%, Space 10.5%, Hex Grid 8.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: A robust space 4X game that excels at ship customization and large-scale galactic empire management.

An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.

Why similar: 4X 26.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.8%, Turn-Based 13.4%, Grand Strategy 12.3%, Space 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, realistic sci-fi strategy game that focuses on geopolitical maneuvering and planetary defense against an alien threat.

Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.3%, 4X 17.3% ★, Turn-Based 16.6%, Strategy 12.8%, Hex Grid 7.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: Beyond Earth was built upon the engine and core design philosophy of this title, making it a very familiar experience.

Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.

Why similar: 4X 29% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Strategy 15.1%, Grand Strategy 10.4%, Turn-Based 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This 4X game introduces innovative culture-swapping mechanics that allow for a dynamic evolution of your civilization over time.

Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.

Why similar: 4X 19.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Turn-Based 10.8%, Hex Grid 10.5% ★, Grand Strategy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A solid space 4X title that offers extensive customization options for your ships and empire policies.

ENDLESS Legend™ is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS Space™ and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!

Why similar: 4X 30% ★, Turn-Based 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Strategy 14.2%, Hex Grid 8.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: Though fantasy-themed, it shares the same developer, polished UI, and innovative quest-driven 4X design as Beyond Earth.

Shadow Empire is a deep turn-based 4X wargame with a unique blend of military focus, procedurally generated content and role-playing features. Players take the seat of the supreme ruler of a small nation, with the goal of reconquering a devastated planet.

Why similar: 4X 19.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Turn-Based 12.2%, Hex Grid 10.7% ★, Grand Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, gritty wargame that focuses on planetary colonization and survival in a post-apocalyptic sci-fi setting.

The XCOM: Enemy Unknown - Slingshot Pack is Now Available!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.8%, Turn-Based 20.3%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Strategy 11.5%, Aliens 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: While tactical-focused, it captures the same sci-fi atmosphere and research-driven progression against alien threats.

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.

Why similar: 4X 27.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Turn-Based 12.7%, Strategy 11.3%, Hex Grid 10.3% ★

Why You'll Like It: A 4X game that strips away diplomacy to focus entirely on combat, exploration, and survival on a hostile alien world.

Mars has been colonized, and Earth's corporate titans fight to dominate this new market. Competition is fierce in this fast-paced economic RTS from Civilization IV Lead Designer, Soren Johnson.

Why similar: Sci-fi 26.7%, Space 23.1%, Strategy 22.2%, Multiplayer 12.9%, Exploration 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: An economic-focused strategy game set on Mars that captures the resource-management tension of planetary colonization.

Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.

Why similar: 4X 27.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.4%, Turn-Based 15.3%, Grand Strategy 11.9%, Hex Grid 9.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: A modern 4X game that allows for non-linear historical and futuristic progression through alternate timelines.

Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.7%, Space 21.8%, Strategy 16.9%, Sci-fi 13.1%, 4X 12.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: A lighter, tactical sci-fi strategy game set in the same universe as Beyond Earth.

The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.

Why similar: 4X 40.6% ★, Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based 14.9%, Space 12.1%, Sci-fi 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern reimagining of the classic space 4X formula that emphasizes exploration and diplomacy.

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 27.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Turn-Based 16.2%, Grand Strategy 12.4%, Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This 4X game blends traditional empire building with character-driven narratives and political intrigue.

In Anno 2205™, you join humankind‘s next step into the future with the promise to build a better tomorrow. You conquer Earth, establishing rich, bustling cities and grand industrial complexes, but to secure the prosperity of your people, you must travel into space.

Why similar: 4X 36.2% ★, Strategy 18.5%, Sci-fi 13.2%, Space 12.9%, Futuristic 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: This city-builder features futuristic technology and space colonization elements that mirror the aesthetic of Beyond Earth.

Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.

Why similar: 4X 34.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.5%, Strategy 13.3%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Turn-Based 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A direct homage to the planetary colonization style of early 4X games, focusing on surviving a dangerous new world.

Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!

Why similar: 4X 26.3% ★, Turn-Based 15.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Space 10.5%, Sci-fi 9%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based space 4X game that focuses heavily on exploration and unique planetary discovery mechanics.

Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

Why similar: 4X 36.7% ★, Turn-Based 19.6%, Strategy 14.5%, Space 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for classic space 4X strategy, it remains highly influential to the genre.

Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.3%, Turn-Based 18.2%, Grand Strategy 15.9%, Sci-fi 13.2%, Space 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi 4X game that emphasizes the social and political relationships between leaders in a crumbling interstellar empire.

Build your society of the future, colonize islands, and create sprawling megacities with multitudes of buildings, vehicles, and resources to manage.

Why similar: Strategy 40.9%, Futuristic 21.3%, Sci-fi 12.5%, 4X 10.6% ★, Multiplayer 10%

Why You'll Like It: A futuristic city-builder that focuses on resource management and the environmental impact of industrial expansion.

XCOM: Chimera Squad delivers an all-new story and turn-based tactical combat experience in the XCOM universe.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.4%, Turn-Based 22.7%, Strategy 21.3%, Aliens 12.1%, Sci-fi 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical turn-based game that focuses on squad-level sci-fi missions in a post-war setting.

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: Turn-Based Strategy 28.6%, 4X 24.6% ★, Strategy 18.3%, Turn-Based 18%, Grand Strategy 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: The classic 4X experience that established many of the foundational mechanics used in later Civilization titles.

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 29.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.2%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Grand Strategy 13.3%, Strategy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic space 4X title that remains relevant due to its deep ship design and diplomacy systems.

Lead empires that evolve or endure through the Ages. Build something you believe in with Sid Meier's Civilization® VII.

Why similar: 4X 30.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Grand Strategy 15.2%, Hex Grid 13.7% ★, Strategy 9.1%

Lead your people to victory on an ever-evolving world in this strategy game featuring asymmetric factions led by powerful heroes. Build your empire, wield political influence, and raise grand armies to wage war in a race to uncover dark secrets buried within the planet.

Why similar: 4X 27% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.6%, Turn-Based 16.4%, Grand Strategy 12.2%, Strategy 8.2%

ENDLESS Space™ is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS Universe™, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.

Why similar: 4X 29.1% ★, Strategy 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.5%, Space 12.4%, Turn-Based 12.3%

Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.

Why similar: 4X 23.9% ★, Turn-Based 12.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Grand Strategy 11.5%, Space 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A space 4X game that emphasizes ship design and the challenges of early-stage planetary exploration.

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: 4X 29.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 25%, Turn-Based 18.8%, Strategy 15.5%, Multiplayer 3.4%

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: 4X 29.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 23.2%, Turn-Based 21.3%, Strategy 17.4%, Multiplayer 3.6%

XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 28.9%, Turn-Based 28.2%, Sci-fi 16.4%, Strategy 14%, Tactical 10.7%

Galactic Civilizations is a space based strategy game in which you are in control of humanity's destiny.

Why similar: 4X 25.6% ★, Turn-Based 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Grand Strategy 11.1%, Space 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational title for the Galactic Civilizations series, offering a pure 4X experience.

With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new...

Why similar: 4X 26.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 24.4%, Turn-Based 20%, Strategy 15.2%, Grand Strategy 5.1%

Rule a fantasy realm of your own design! Explore new magical realms in Age of Wonders’ signature blend of 4X strategy and turn-based tactical combat. Control a faction that grows and changes as you expand your empire with each turn!

Why similar: 4X 33.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.5%, Grand Strategy 13.3%, Strategy 10.6%, Tactical 6.3%

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: 4X 33.1% ★, Turn-Based 22.9%, Strategy 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.8%, Multiplayer 1.8%

Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.

Why similar: 4X 37.6% ★, Space 22.2%, Strategy 14.1%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Tactical 6.5%

Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.

Why similar: 4X 34.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.5%, Space 14.8%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Strategy 10.2%

The award-winning Space Empires IV Deluxe is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. A grand strategy title in the space 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) genre, Space Empires has already found a place in the heart of strategy gamers everywhere.

Why similar: 4X 40.3% ★, Strategy 16.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Turn-Based 11%, Space 10%

A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as dangers. Build cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space.

Why similar: 4X 26.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Turn-Based 14.5%, Grand Strategy 11%, Space 9.9%

Command interstellar forces in this epic return of the 4X strategy classic. From planetary politics to galactic warfare, the stakes couldn’t be higher as you lead your Royal House through battles on land, sea, air, and the vast reaches of space.

Why similar: 4X 33.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.4%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Strategy 10.3%, Space 7.9%

Build a new home for humanity in Aven Colony. Discover Aven Prime - an alien planet of deserts, tundras, and wetlands light years from earth. Build your colonies into massive, sprawling cities whilst dealing with the challenges faced when settling on a new world.

Why similar: Strategy 36.2%, Sci-fi 35.6%, Space 22.1%, Simulation 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Set in a post-apoc version of Earth, Revival is a 4x strategy game where the world and its rules can change at key moments, creating a deep and highly replayable experience.

Why similar: 4X 22.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based 13.2%, Hex Grid 12.2% ★, Grand Strategy 9.9%

Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.

Why similar: 4X 37.5% ★, Strategy 17.1%, Turn-Based 15.5%, Space 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 9%

The award-winning sci-fi city builder is back - remastered, expanded and even more stunning. Colonize Mars and survive the process, from exploration and infrastructure to welcoming colonists and achieving long-term stability. Are you ready? Mars is waiting.

Why similar: Space 37.8%, Strategy 32%, Moddable 15.8%, Exploration 7.5%, Simulation 4.7%

Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike!

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 26.4%, 4X 25.5% ★, Strategy 20.4%, Turn-Based 14.2%, Hex Grid 4.4% ★

Experience the epic space strategy games that redefined the RTS genre. Control your fleet and build an armada across more than 30 single-player missions. Choose unit types, fleet formations and flight tactics for each strategic situation.

Why similar: Space 36.9%, Strategy 21%, Sci-fi 19.8%, Multiplayer 5.8%, Tactical 4.8%

Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.

Why similar: 4X 50.8% ★, Strategy 21.5%, Turn-Based 12.5%, Space 9.4%, Sci-fi 5.9%

Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

Why similar: 4X 46.1% ★, Turn-Based 16.1%, Strategy 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%, Space 7.9%

Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war.

Why similar: Turn-Based 26.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.9%, Strategy 16.1%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Space 7.5%

Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.

Why similar: 4X 39.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.8%, Strategy 12.6%, Space 11.1%, Turn-Based 10%

Jump straight into managing your own planets as you guide a civilization through the ages. Build the ultimate empire in The Universim, a new breed of God Game in development by Crytivo.

Why similar: Space 31.9%, Strategy 21.9%, Sci-fi 19.4%, Aliens 19.3%, Simulation 3.1%

A 4X real-time strategy game from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. Set in Frank Herbert’s groundbreaking Dune universe, you must lead your faction and battle for control and dominance over the harsh desert planet of Arrakis.

Why similar: 4X 36.8% ★, Sci-fi 17.5%, Grand Strategy 16.2%, Strategy 11%, Tactical 8%

Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.

Why similar: 4X 37.8% ★, Strategy 17.4%, Space 15.9%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.9%

As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.

Why similar: 4X 50.1% ★, Space 19.3%, Strategy 18.9%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%