Games Like Star Ruler 2

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 39% ★, Space 22.5%, RTS 19.6%, Strategy 10.6%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the premier real-time 4X experience that mirrors the scale and tactical depth of Star Ruler 2.

Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.

Why similar: 4X 53.7% ★, Space 19%, Strategy 16.2%, Sci-fi 11%

Why You'll Like It: This game excels at providing a massive, living galaxy with deep automation and complex simulation elements.

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 48.5% ★, Space 27.4%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Strategy 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a massive, real-time grand strategy experience with deep customization and galactic-scale diplomacy.

Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...

Why similar: 4X 42.3% ★, Space 19.3%, Strategy 15.5%, RTS 14.3%, Sci-fi 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the seed game, offering a similar focus on massive ship design and galactic-scale RTS combat.

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 63.6% ★, Space 22%, Strategy 14.4%

Why You'll Like It: A complex grand strategy game that focuses on long-term solar system colonization and geopolitical maneuvering.

Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.

Why similar: 4X 51.6% ★, Space 20.2%, Strategy 11.7%, Sci-fi 8.2%, RTS 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The original massive-scale space 4X that defined the genre for players who love deep simulation and automation.

The most devious and acclaimed artificial intelligence in strategy gaming is better than ever. A grand strategy/RTS hybrid that reverses many conventions of both genres. Take territory without attracting attention, build your empire with care, and adapt to an ever-evolving galactic battleground.

Why similar: 4X 52.8% ★, RTS 18.3%, Space 14.2%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Strategy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: An indie masterpiece that focuses on massive-scale RTS combat against a superior AI, perfectly capturing the underdog struggle of Star Ruler 2.

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 41.9% ★, RTS 20.9%, Space 18%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Strategy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic real-time 4X title that remains a gold standard for space-based strategy and fleet management.

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 74.4%, 4X 11.6% ★, Space 10.2%, Sci-fi 3.1%, RTS 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: While turn-based, it offers a highly polished 4X experience with deep faction differentiation and strategic depth.

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 52.2% ★, Space 24%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Strategy 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A deep 4X strategy game that emphasizes empire management, political maneuvering, and complex tech trees.

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 52.3% ★, Space 20.9%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Strategy 12%, Indie 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern 4X title that captures the classic feel of space exploration and empire building with refined mechanics.

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 58.8% ★, Space 16.4%, Strategy 14.2%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Indie 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant 4X game that focuses on tactical combat and distinct alien civilizations in a classic sci-fi setting.

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 58.2% ★, Space 17.3%, Strategy 16.9%, Sci-fi 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic of the 4X genre that set the standard for empire management and tactical ship combat.

Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection is the original Sword of the Stars games and the three expansions Born of Blood, A Murder of Crows and Argos Naval Yard. It is the year 2405, and human scientists have discovered a new technology that allows travel from star to star at speeds faster than light.

Why similar: 4X 56.2% ★, Space 17.8%, Strategy 16.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 4X title that features unique real-time combat and distinct technological paths for each race.

StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles.

Why similar: 4X 43.1% ★, Space 21.4%, Strategy 20.7%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Indie 3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines 4X strategy with a robust ship designer and tactical combat encounters.

Stellar Monarch 2 is a feudal space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. Great noble houses, usurpers to the throne, rebels, assassins, court intrigues, disloyal admirals, incompetent governors and ever-present alien threat.

Why similar: 4X 58.4% ★, Space 16.1%, Strategy 15.3%, Sci-fi 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the grand strategy of managing an empire rather than just tactical movement, perfect for fans of political depth.

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 55.5% ★, Strategy 18.6%, Space 17.3%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex 4X game known for its incredible level of customization and ship design options.

Galactic Ruler offers real time strategy game play at both planetary level and in space! Lead your faction in diplomacy or conquest across a procedurally generated galactic map where any system might hold hostile enemies or resource riches. Develop advanced technologies to rule the galaxy!

Why similar: 4X 44% ★, Space 20.1%, RTS 17.8%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Strategy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time strategy game that emphasizes large-scale galactic warfare and procedural generation.

Dawn of Andromeda is a pausable, real-time 4X space strategy game providing an accessible, fun and immersive experience, introducing fresh ideas to the genre. Build your empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research technologies and build great fleets.

Why similar: 4X 51.3% ★, Space 19.2%, Strategy 18.1%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined 4X game that focuses on real-time empire management and exploration.

Conquer the Galaxy In This ‘4x’ Strategy Game. Lead one of 18 different alien races to become a mighty pan-galactic empire. Manage your colonies, deploy your fleets and conduct research. Plot your strategy and turn your planets into mighty bastions.

Why similar: 4X 49% ★, Strategy 27.2%, Space 18.6%, Indie 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 4X game that balances empire management with tactical fleet battles.

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 57.6% ★, Strategy 17.9%, Space 17%, Sci-fi 6.5%, RTS 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: The 2016 reboot provides a modern, accessible entry point into the classic 4X formula.

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 59.2% ★, Space 13.8%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Strategy 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cult-classic 4X game known for its deep lore, political intrigue, and complex strategic layers.

Unending Galaxy is a unique space-sim in which you can fill any role from pirate or trader to the leader of a large galactic empire.

Why similar: 4X 41% ★, Space 23.8%, Strategy 22.3%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Indie 5%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox-focused space game that emphasizes simulation and the feeling of a living, breathing galaxy.

Construct your Taskforce and lead your forces to domination in the ultimate Fleet Warfare RTS!

Why similar: Space 28.7%, RTS 23.9%, 4X 20.8% ★, Strategy 18.8%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An indie RTS that focuses on ship customization and large-scale battles in a 3D space environment.

This is a fun yet challenging RTS game. To survive in the vast galaxy, you need to build up your own fleet and customize your warships. You will also learn to control them efficiently in battle to defeat your enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire!

Why similar: Space 32.7%, RTS 29.4%, Strategy 23%, Sci-fi 12%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time strategy game that focuses heavily on fleet combat and tactical positioning in space.

Play as humans or robots in a brand new sci-fi strategy adventure! Travel into the far reaches of space, through cleverly designed star constellations and variable game modes, conquering enemy planets using 15 combinable technologies.

Why similar: Strategy 88.7%, Space 6.3%, Sci-fi 2.7%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced RTS that simplifies the 4X experience into intense, tactical planet-conquering combat.

Colonise solar systems and watch them grow. Explore the galaxy to find its strategic choke points. Build up your empire and your fleet and then use the power of the media to prepare your people for the inevitable war. At the same time watch your opponents, keep on an eye on their own media and watch for threats and opportunities.

Why similar: 4X 48.9% ★, Space 26.6%, Strategy 13.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Indie 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that focuses on the expansion and development of a space-faring empire.

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: Space 39.2%, Strategy 22.5%, 4X 22.3% ★, Sci-fi 16%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, turn-based space game that focuses on fleet management and mission-based objectives.

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 49.6% ★, Space 21%, Strategy 19.6%, Sci-fi 9%, Indie 0.8%

Take command of humanity’s last survivors and rebuild an empire in the stars. In this immersive turn-based strategy game, you will have to fight to protect your people, control rival factions, and unlock lost technology.

Why similar: 4X 58.6% ★, Space 19.1%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Strategy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based 4X game that emphasizes diplomacy and empire-wide management in a sci-fi setting.

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 55.4% ★, Space 19.9%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Strategy 11.2%

Strategy from the front lines! Starpoint Gemini Warlords combines 3rd person capital spaceship combat with 4X strategy and RPG gameplay elements. Build mighty war fleets and send them into battle or lead them into combat yourself. Become the Warlord and conquer the Gemini system!

Why similar: 4X 46.3% ★, Space 27.3%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Strategy 11.9%, Indie 2.1%

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 46.5% ★, Space 17.9%, RTS 13.6%, Strategy 12.9%, Sci-fi 7.1%

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 51.5% ★, Space 22.7%, Strategy 12.2%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Indie 1.4%

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 35.9%, RTS 32.1%, Strategy 15.2%, Sci-fi 13.2%, 4X 3.6% ★

Ambitious megacorporations monopolize the conquest of space and the colonization of the solar system. At the very edge of the solar system, the companies make a discovery that will shift the technological advantage and upset the balance. And so a new conflict is born: "The Jupiter Incident."

Why similar: Space 37.4%, RTS 24.1%, Strategy 20.5%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Indie 1.4%

In this Grand Strategy game, you take control of the Solar System's Great Powers in 2092 and weather the storm of change as you navigate the uncertain waters of the future. Control the greatest military forces in the world and wage wars on an epic scale: outer space is yours to conquer!

Why similar: 4X 50.2% ★, Space 24%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Strategy 12.5%

In Sins of a Solar Empire: Trinity, you are the leader of a civilization embroiled in a galactic war, fighting for the survival of your entire race against relentless foes.

Why similar: 4X 43.6% ★, RTS 20.6%, Space 17.1%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Strategy 9.2%

Wage war across entire solar systems with massive armies at your command. Annihilate enemy forces with world-shattering TITAN-class units, and demolish planets with massive super weapons!

Why similar: RTS 44%, Space 22.4%, Strategy 17.8%, Sci-fi 14%, Indie 1.8%

From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.

Why similar: 4X 42.7% ★, Space 27%, Strategy 19.1%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Indie 2.5%

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 52.1% ★, Space 21.8%, Strategy 17.7%, Sci-fi 5.8%, Indie 2.6%

Design and simulate the starships of your dreams! Command your ship or fleet in epic battles and manage your crew while exploring a dangerous galaxy. Play alone or with friends, test your ships in online PvP, and let your imagination reach for the stars!

Why similar: Space 42.3%, Sci-fi 32.8%, Strategy 19.9%, Indie 5%

Take command of your hand-tailored fleet of space warships and use realistic radar, electronic warfare, advanced movement controls in 3D space, and precision targeting to outmaneuver and outwit your opponents in a simulation-heavy tactical space game like no other.

Why similar: RTS 43.3%, Space 35.3%, Strategy 21.4%

Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.

Why similar: Space 34.2%, RTS 31.5%, Strategy 22.2%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Indie 0.6%

Discover a space strategy game filled with conquest, betrayal and subterfuge. Build alliances, make enemies and fight your way to victory and galactic domination. Will you conquer the galaxy?

Why similar: 4X 65.2% ★, Strategy 23.1%, Sci-fi 11.7%

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 63.5% ★, Strategy 19.8%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 5%

Asymmetric space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. No micromanagement, grand scale, fast paced, audiences, assassins, imperial court, disloyal admirals.

Why similar: 4X 55% ★, Space 20.7%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Strategy 11.3%, Indie 0.5%

Etherium is a real-time strategy game set in a science-fiction universe, where three factions battle it out for a mysterious and rare resource known as ‘Etherium’.

Why similar: Sci-fi 24.7%, RTS 24.3%, Strategy 20.1%, 4X 16.9% ★, Space 14%

Combining the best of space combat and real time strategy. Victory can be tactical, a dogfight or capital ship slugging match - depending on how you decide to achieve it. Space combat on a RTS scale with space sim savagery.

Why similar: Space 36.1%, RTS 23.6%, Strategy 23.3%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Indie 3.3%

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 62.9% ★, Strategy 18%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Space 7.7%

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 53.2% ★, Space 19.7%, Strategy 13.1%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Indie 1.8%

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 54.3% ★, Strategy 17.3%, Space 15.8%, Sci-fi 12.6%

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 54% ★, Space 21.2%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Strategy 12.2%

A refugee capsule lands on an uninhabited planet. You have to survive, rebuild civilization and, if possible, regain control over the Earth. One big universe, one endless pvp session for all players.

Why similar: 4X 30.9% ★, RTS 26.1%, Space 21.4%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Strategy 9.7%

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 73.3% ★, Strategy 15.5%, Space 6.9%, Sci-fi 4.2%

Rebuild civilization from a single planet in Nexus Legacy, a persistent sci-fi 4X MMO. Colonize worlds, manage resources, research technologies, command fleets, forge alliances, and fight for control of a living galaxy.

Why similar: 4X 53.6% ★, Space 22.7%, Strategy 12.3%, Sci-fi 11.4%

The RTS/FPS phenomenon has moved into space! Build your base on an asteroid, command fleets of starships for epic battles, pilot fighters, mine and trade resources, assemble robots to defend or assault other stations. Take sole command or share the glory as you fight for control of the quadrant.

Why similar: RTS 43.9%, Space 27.4%, Strategy 16.5%, Sci-fi 12.2%

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 44% ★, Strategy 16.5%, Space 15.6%, RTS 13%, Sci-fi 10.9%

The ultimate space sandbox. Participate in epic fleet battles, form alliances, strive to dominate entire galaxies and harness the universe’s resources for your industrious empire or the destruction of others. Customise your experience, the universe is yours!

Why similar: Space 66%, Sci-fi 19.8%, Strategy 11.1%, Indie 3.2%