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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Strategy, Singleplayer, Turn-Based Strategy, World War I.

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Steam Squad - a classical tactical wargame with honest physics simulation of battles set in an alternative universe during the First World War. Players acting for the 3 of the superpowers - the Holy Roman, British and Tianxian Empires complete 30 missions with squads of up to 8 units.

Reviews: Mixed — 65% — of 89 reviews
Released: 2016-07-28
Developer: Bretwalda Games
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 3.7 hrs
Mean playtime: 7.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 90%

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  1. #1 Battle of Empires : 1914-1918
    97% matchMixed69% of 2,101 reviews2015
    Dev: Great War TeamPub: Best Way Soft
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Battle of Empires: 1914-1918 is a story-driven RTS that brings to life some of the most brutal battles of the Great War. Each mission showcases the era’s most devastating weaponry — sabotage, stealth, trench warfare, gas attacks, artillery, and mobile infantry. BoE delivers the full WWI experience.

    Why similar: World War I 78.8%, Strategy 16.8%, Indie 2.4%, Atmospheric 1.9%

  2. #2 Making History: The Great War
    96% matchMostly Positive76% of 453 reviews2015
    Dev: Muzzy Lane SoftwarePub: Factus Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    The Great War is a turn-based grand strategy game based on the epic struggles of the WWI era. Experience the battles of attrition and punishing artillery barrages. Play as any nation of the period as the modern world of industrialized warfare replaces an age of kings with a struggle of ideologies.

    Why similar: World War I 59.2%, Turn-Based 14.2%, Strategy 13.2%, Alternate History 10.5%, Indie 3%

  3. #3 Spirit of War
    96% matchMixed59% of 80 reviews2015
    Dev: G-OLDPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Spirit of War: The Great War is a turn-based strategy game set during World War I. Drawing inspiration from board games classics, Spirit Of War is a unique arcade/strategy experience.

    Why similar: World War I 66.5%, Strategy 33.5%

  4. #4 Iron Harvest
    94% matchMostly Positive73% of 15,723 reviews2020
    Dev: KING ArtPub: Prime Matter
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    A classic real-time strategy game with an epic single player campaign, multiplayer & coop, set in the alternate reality of 1920+

    Why similar: World War I 47.2%, Steampunk 23%, Alternate History 16.2%, Strategy 13.5%

  5. #5 WARMACHINE: Tactics
    95% matchMixed44% of 1,160 reviews2014
    Dev: WhiteMoon DreamsPub: Privateer Press Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Turn-based tactical combat set in the award-winning world of the Iron Kingdoms. Command your custom squad of steam-powered robots and elite warriors in raging battles dominated by magic and mechanika. Battle in online multiplayer and play the epic 21-mission single player campaign!

    Why similar: Steampunk 38.7%, Turn-Based 36.4%, Strategy 22.4%, Indie 2.4%

  6. #6 Making History: The First World War
    94% matchMixed67% of 114 reviews2021
    Dev: Factus Games
    Windows · Linux

    A turn-based WWI Grand Strategy game. Rush to field new modern weaponry and survive the horrendous attrition battles. Join the global conflict between the Great Powers of the age and forge a new world order for freedom or tyranny.

    Why similar: World War I 47.3%, Turn-Based 18.6%, Alternate History 10.7%, Wargame 10.3%, Strategy 10.1%

  7. #7 Empires Shall Fall
    92% matchVery Positive88% of 132 reviews2024
    Dev: Weird Penguin Games
    Windows

    Empires Shall Fall is a turn-based tactics game set in a dieselpunk world. Upgrade your army and command your troops, then exploit terrain to eradicate your enemies with sheer power and sharp tactics.

    Why similar: World War I 52.3%, Alternate History 14.7%, Strategy 13.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.1%, Wargame 6.8%

  8. #8 Airship Dragoon
    93% matchMixed50% of 62 reviews2014
    Dev: YorkshireRifles
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Uber-Hardcore, Turn-Based, Steampunk, Squad Tactics. Battle 6 other factions for control of Pangea in emergent, tactical gameplay.

    Why similar: Steampunk 37%, Turn-Based 26%, Strategy 12.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.1%, Wargame 10%

  9. #9 Silent Storm Gold Edition
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 1,061 reviews2013
    Dev: NivalPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Silent Storm from leading Russian developer Nival is a true 3D tactical turn-based Role-Playing-Game set against the backdrop of WWII. As the conflict rages on the frontlines, you’ll be leading a small multinational squad behind enemy lines to gather information and wreak havoc on your enemies while trying to thwart a mysterious new...

    Why similar: Turn-Based 45%, Turn-Based Tactics 21.7%, Strategy 18.9%, Alternate History 14.5%

  10. #10 Iron Order 1919
    91% matchMixed69% of 432 reviews2022
    Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
    Windows · Mac

    An unique long-term strategy game with week-long matches with up to 101 players, set in the alternate reality of 1919.

    Why similar: Steampunk 33%, Alternate History 31.7%, Strategy 18.3%, Wargame 17%

  11. #11 Naval Hurricane
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 94 reviews2022
    Dev: Efril
    Windows

    Turn based tactical game about war at sea between British Royal Navy and Imperial German Navy during World War I. Command powerful dreadnoughts, fast destroyers and stealthy submarines, conduct artillery battles, torpedo attacks and fight for the survivability of damaged ships.

    Why similar: World War I 68.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Strategy 14.1%, Indie 3.1%

  12. #12 All Quiet in the Trenches
    88% matchVery Positive90% of 855 reviews2024
    Dev: Totally Not Aliens
    Windows · Linux

    All Quiet in the Trenches is a narrative turn-based strategy RPG set in World War I. Get to know your soldiers, take care of their needs and lead them in battle, trying to strike a precarious balance between the ambitions of your superiors and the survival of your men.

    Why similar: World War I 61.3%, Turn-Based 22.3%, Strategy 11.8%, Indie 2.4%, Atmospheric 2.2%

  13. #13 Steam Tactics
    90% matchVery Positive88% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: Igor Rashkuev
    Windows · Mac

    Welcome aboard your airship, captain! Engage in tactical combats, upgrade your ships and weapons, level up your pilots.

    Why similar: Steampunk 45.1%, Turn-Based 27.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.5%, Strategy 8.5%, Indie 4.4%

  14. #14 Ironclad Tactics
    89% matchMixed69% of 621 reviews2013
    Dev: Zachtronics
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Ironclad Tactics is a fast-paced, card-based tactics game set in an alternate history Civil War - with steam-powered military robots!

    Why similar: Steampunk 63.7%, Strategy 28.3%, Indie 8%

  15. #15 The Great War: Western Front™
    86% matchMixed66% of 3,181 reviews2023
    Dev: PetroglyphPub: Frontier Foundry
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    The Great War: Western Front is the definitive WW1 strategy game. Play a deciding role in history with this real-time tactical experience as you take charge in the iconic Western Front from 1914 to 1919. Pick your faction and lead your forces to victory.

    Why similar: World War I 72%, Strategy 19.5%, Wargame 8.5%

  16. #16 Colonial Conquest
    87% matchMixed62% of 262 reviews2015
    Dev: Argonauts InteractivePub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Colonial Conquest is a conquest simulation set in the Victorian age of warfare and expansion of the late 1800's and early 1900's.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 39.6%, Strategy 22.1%, Wargame 20.5%, Alternate History 13.7%, Indie 4.1%

  17. #17 Ratten Reich
    84% matchMixed45% of 659 reviews2025
    Dev: METALLADLERSTUDIO
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Ratten Reich is an RTS focusing on realistic combat in a unique, steampunk/dieselpunk world ripped apart by an ongoing war between rats, mice, cockroaches, and lizards.

    Why similar: Steampunk 33.6%, Alternate History 23.8%, Wargame 20.2%, Strategy 18.6%, Atmospheric 3.8%

  18. #18 To End All Wars
    86% matchMixed63% of 189 reviews2014
    Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    Ageod’s To End All Wars is a grand strategy game set during World War One. Players will take control over one of the major powers that so desperately fought for control over Europe and to end all wars.

    Why similar: World War I 64%, Strategy 25.4%, Wargame 10.6%

  19. #19 Scythe: Digital Edition
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 3,763 reviews2018
    Dev: The Knights of Unity
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!

    Why similar: World War I 32.5%, Turn-Based 24%, Steampunk 20.4%, Alternate History 13.8%, Strategy 9.4%

  20. #20 Wars Across The World
    85% matchVery Positive82% of 221 reviews2017
    Dev: StrategiaePub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    WAW is a unique historical strategy turn-based game, in a boardgame spirit, which aims at simulating in one single system ALL kind of wars and conflicts throughout the world (and beyond) from Prehistoric times to nowadays, on the operational or strategic levels.

    Why similar: Strategy 43.8%, Turn-Based 41.5%, Indie 14.7%

  21. #21 Strategic Command: World War I
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 464 reviews2019
    Dev: Fury SoftwarePub: Matrix Games
    Windows

    Strategic Command: World War I is a new chapter in the Strategic Command Franchise. Relive this momentous conflict from the opening shots of 1914 to the final offensives. Strategic Command: World War I covers all the main aspects and theatres of the war.

    Why similar: World War I 52.8%, Strategy 36.4%, Wargame 10.8%

  22. #22 Ultimate Space Commando
    83% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2015
    Dev: Creatio 49Pub: Angry Cat Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    USC is a turn-based, top-down view tactics game in which you control the crew of a stranded recon vessel in a "first contact war" for survival, featuring a detailed combat system with RPG elements, fully interactive randomized maps, unique weapons and gadgets, crafting, and custom multiplayer modes.

    Why similar: Strategy 52%, Turn-Based Tactics 30.1%, Indie 17.9%

  23. #23 Tank Squad
    79% matchMostly Positive71% of 756 reviews2025
    Dev: DeGenerals S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Tank Squad is a tactical-combat action game. Take part in big tank battles during World War II. Play single-player or coop (4 players). Repair your tanks, replenish supplies, manage the crew and get back to the action!

  24. #24 World War I
    82% matchMostly Positive73% of 265 reviews2015
    Dev: Dark FoxPub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%

    World War I is a real-time strategy based on the modified version of the well-known Blitzkrieg engine.

    Why similar: World War I 69.3%, Strategy 30.7%

  25. #25 Strategic Mind: Spectre of Communism
    81% matchMostly Positive79% of 223 reviews2020
    Dev: Starni Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Strategic Mind: Spectre of Communism is a (hi)story-driven turn-based strategy set in the WW2 period. It offers refined wargame mechanics, story-rich gameplay, and modern 3D graphics. Lead the USSR Armed forces staging the world Communist revolution. For Stalin! For the Motherland!

    Why similar: Alternate History 28.4%, Wargame 28%, Turn-Based Tactics 26.2%, Strategy 17.5%

  26. #26 Strategy & Tactics: Wargame Collection
    81% matchMixed69% of 284 reviews2016
    Dev: HeroLabs
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    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 50.9%, Turn-Based 25.5%, Alternate History 20.4%, Indie 3.2%

  27. #27 Frontline: Panzer Blitzkrieg!
    79% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
    Dev: Frontline: Games Series
    Windows

    Fight your way through 35 Unique WW2 battles - Aim your targets carefully, counter-attack, and strategically coordinate your Squads. The study of enemy tactics and the use of Special abilities will lead to victory!

    Why similar: World War I 45.5%, Turn-Based 24.3%, Wargame 11.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.3%, Strategy 8.4%

  28. #28 Commander: The Great War
    80% matchVery Positive80% of 292 reviews2014
    Dev: The Lordz Games StudioPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    Take Command and Secure Victory in the Great War! Commander – The Great War features a Grand Campaign covering the whole war from the invasion of Belgium on August 5, 1914 to the Armistice on the 11th of November 1918 in addition to 16 different unit types including Infantry, Cavalry, Armoured Cars and Tanks, Artillery, and much more!

    Why similar: World War I 56.9%, Strategy 21.5%, Wargame 10.9%, Turn-Based 10.7%

  29. #29 Hex of Steel
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 801 reviews2020
    Dev: War Frogs Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 45.2%, Wargame 21.1%, Strategy 18.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%

  30. #30 On The Western Front
    75% matchVery Positive84% of 85 reviews2025
    Dev: Aggroblakh
    Windows · Mac

    January, 1915. The Race to the Sea is over. The Great War has just begun. You are the commander of a single division in the meat grinder that is the Western Front. Lead your men over the top as you attempt to break the stalemate that is to claim the lives of millions over the course of years.

    Why similar: World War I 69.3%, Strategy 17%, Wargame 8%, Indie 5.7%

  31. #31 Rising Front
    72% matchVery Positive88% of 3,874 reviews2026
    Dev: Sandstorm Studios Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    A FPS WW1 & Revolutionary War battle simulator with a focus on Workshop Content, rag-doll physics, intelligent AI, massive battles, procedural AI cover system, real-time building system and FPS combat!

    Why similar: World War I 74%, Wargame 12.7%, Strategy 11.3%, Atmospheric 1.9%

  32. #32 Galaxy Squad
    78% matchMostly Positive75% of 429 reviews2019
    Dev: Kazakov Oleg
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Galaxy squad is a hardcore turn-based tactical roguelike, inspired by FTL and XCOM.

    Why similar: Strategy 53.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 39.6%, Indie 6.5%

  33. #33 Steampunk Tower 2
    76% matchMostly Positive75% of 360 reviews2018
    Dev: DreamGate
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Steampunk Tower 2 is an action-strategy game set in the alternative Steampunk universe. In Lord Bingham’s military service there is a new secret weapon under your command, the gigantic aircraft Carrier transporting the Battle Tower.

    Why similar: Steampunk 64.6%, Strategy 16.4%, Alternate History 12.1%, Indie 5%, Atmospheric 1.8%

  34. #34 Stickman Trenches
    73% matchVery Positive80% of 1,695 reviews2023
    Dev: Big Play Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Stickman Trenches is a Real Time Strategy game in which you need to manage your men and weapons and build up your defenses in the brutal trenches of Stick World War 1.

    Why similar: World War I 75.2%, Strategy 14.4%, Wargame 10.4%

  35. #35 Squad
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 234,054 reviews2020
    Dev: Offworld
    Windows
    Median: 14.2 hrsMean: 110.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Squad is a tactical FPS that provides authentic combat experiences through teamwork, communication, and realistic combat. It bridges the gap between arcade shooter and military realism with 100-player battles, combined-arms warfare, and base building.

    Why similar: Wargame 68.1%, Strategy 31.9%

  36. #36 Warring States
    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 105 reviews2018
    Dev: polynation games ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Warring States : Tactics is a turn-based battle strategy game set during the Warring States period of Ancient China. The Warring States period is one of turmoil in China, where various feudal states struggle for control of all of China.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 45%, Strategy 21.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Wargame 12.3%, Indie 6.4%

  37. #37 Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 505 reviews2020
    Dev: Starni Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg is a turn-based strategy set in the period of WW2. It brings a modern look and new features to a good old wargame genre. You are to lead the German Armed forces overcoming unthinkable odds and claiming the ultimate bittersweet victory in Europe. Blitzkrieg is the way!

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.4%, Alternate History 21.3%, Wargame 16.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Strategy 12.6%

  38. #38 Strategic War in Europe
    77% matchMixed49% of 214 reviews2014
    Dev: Wastelands InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Set during the events of WW2, Strategic War in Europe is a classic turn-based strategy game that combines a deep strategic layer with accessibility and ease-of-use.

    Why similar: Strategy 38.8%, Turn-Based 33.6%, Wargame 18.9%, Indie 8.7%

  39. #39 Skies above the Great War
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 129 reviews2024
    Dev: Puntigames
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Skies above the Great War is a hybrid of action and grand strategy sandbox game set on the Western Front during the First World War. Manage your air forces or take control of any plane yourself in real time.

    Why similar: World War I 72.6%, Wargame 13.4%, Strategy 13.1%, Indie 0.9%

  40. #40 Supremacy: 1914
    73% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,236 reviews2019
    Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!

    Why similar: World War I 62.3%, Strategy 19.9%, Alternate History 9.2%, Wargame 8.6%

  41. #41 Broken Lines
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 693 reviews2020
    Dev: BirdIsland/PortaPlayPub: SuperGG.com
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Broken Lines is a story-driven tactical RPG set in an alternate-history version of WWII. Lead a squad of soldiers and face the horrors of war. In the included expansion, 'The Dead and the Drunk', guide your troops through fights against both the living and the undead.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.8%, Alternate History 22.9%, Wargame 15.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Strategy 12.9%

  42. #42 Steam Marines
    74% matchMixed50% of 333 reviews2014
    Dev: Worthless Bums
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 49.3%, Strategy 27.2%, Steampunk 15.3%, Indie 8.2%

  43. #43 Phantom Brigade
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 4,177 reviews2023
    Dev: Brace Yourself Games
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Phantom Brigade 2.0 is a cinematic, tactical mech strategy game with a revolutionary timeline-based command system. See the future, predict enemy actions, and plot your counterattack on the timeline! Recruit and level up your squad of rebels to retake war-torn Fyrland from the Kaskad occupation.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 52.9%, Strategy 47.1%

  44. #44 Strategic Mind: The Pacific
    71% matchMostly Positive75% of 620 reviews2019
    Dev: Starni Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Strategic Mind: The Pacific is a turn-based strategy set in the WW2 period depicting the war between the USA and the Empire of Japan waged in the Pacific Ocean with mindblowing historical accuracy and attention to detail. Two Sides. Two Commanders. Two Destinies.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 34.6%, Alternate History 21.3%, Wargame 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.1%, Strategy 12.4%

  45. #45 Fire & Maneuver
    67% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,756 reviews2023
    Dev: Armchair Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    The Armchair Historian brings you a new turn-based strategy game set in the Victorian Era. As muskets become rifles and infantry is confronted by modernizing artillery, it is imperative to adapt to a rapidly changing battlefield. This is a new age, not of courage and chivalry, but of Blood and Iron.

    Why similar: Strategy 52.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 47.4%

  46. #46 Ground Pounders
    73% matchMostly Negative41% of 54 reviews2014
    Dev: Kerberos Productions Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Ground Pounders is a turn-based, strategy wargame. Inspired by classic strategy games like Panzer General, and steeped in the lore of the Sword of the Stars universe, Ground Pounders offers a new generation of gamers an updated taste of turn-based strategic warfare.

    Why similar: Strategy 51.5%, Turn-Based 35.8%, Indie 12.7%

  47. #47 Battle Academy
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 362 reviews2014
    Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    A turn-based strategy game like no other has landed on Steam. Approachable, absorbing and visually impressive yet detailed, Battle Academy aims to revolutionise the strategy games market with a blend of intuitive design and compelling gameplay.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 48.4%, Strategy 30.4%, Wargame 21.2%

  48. #48 Verdun
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 37,603 reviews2015
    Dev: BlackMill Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Merciless trench warfare immerses you and your squad in intense battles of attack and defense. Verdun is the first multiplayer FPS set in an authentic World War One setting offering a rarely seen battlefield experience.

    Why similar: World War I 71.1%, Wargame 13.9%, Strategy 11.6%, Atmospheric 3.4%

  49. #49 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,248 reviews2014
    Dev: BattleGoat Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Real-Time Strategy/Wargame. From World War II through the Cold War and into the future, re-live or re-imagine the tensions and crises of our recent history! Guide your nation through the era of your choice in Campaigns, Scenarios, and Sandboxes, as you make every effort to become Supreme Ruler!

    Why similar: World War I 41.5%, Wargame 21.2%, Alternate History 21.2%, Strategy 16.2%

  50. #50 Toy Soldiers: HD
    69% matchMixed63% of 162 reviews2021
    Dev: Signal StudiosPub: Accelerate Games
    Windows

    Command antique WWI Toy Soldiers in the trench-filled battlefields of Europe. Deploy an exciting arsenal of guns, artillery, flamethrowers, tanks and planes to defend your WWI toy dioramas. Take direct control of individual units or command the entire battlefield from above.

    Why similar: World War I 60.9%, Wargame 19.8%, Strategy 19.3%

  51. #51 Second Front
    66% matchMostly Positive79% of 653 reviews2023
    Dev: HexdrawPub: MicroProse Software
    Windows

    Second Front is a tactical WWII turn-based strategy game. Craft & share your own scenarios and maps or use your strategic prowess in 48 scenarios set in iconic locations. Command over 40 types of infantry and 216 tanks, vehicles and guns. An infinite tactical sandbox experience.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 41.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.5%, Wargame 18.9%, Strategy 17.2%, Indie 3.2%

  52. #52 Total Tank Generals
    66% matchMostly Positive73% of 320 reviews2023
    Dev: Noobz From PolandPub: 505 Games
    Windows

    Every war has its Generals. Take command of an army during World War II and lead them to victory. Strategize your way through many scenarios and real historical military campaigns of past generals.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.9%, Strategy 30.6%, Wargame 30.3%, Atmospheric 7.2%

  53. #53 Panzer Strategy
    69% matchMixed65% of 469 reviews2018
    Dev: Starni Games
    Windows

    Panzer Strategy is a World War II wargame that combines classic turn-based strategy gameplay with modern looks. Command your armies and adapt your units to any objective using a huge selection of real-life military equipment and battle skills.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 54.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.8%, Strategy 18.6%, Indie 4.2%

  54. #54 Frontline: World War II
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 58 reviews2021
    Dev: Frontline: Games Series
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of World War II, as you meticulously plan your moves and adapt to the ever-changing battlefield. With a wide array of units and tactical options at your disposal, success is determined by your strategic prowess and adaptability.

    Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 31.9%, Wargame 31.7%, Strategy 28.1%, Atmospheric 8.4%

  55. #55 Wings of Glory
    67% matchVery Positive80% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Dire Wolf
    Windows · Mac

    Rule the skies in strategy dogfights in the digital adaptation of the classic tabletop board game!

    Why similar: World War I 64.5%, Strategy 13%, Wargame 11.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 10.5%

  56. #56 Frontline: Western Front
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 52 reviews2019
    Dev: Frontline: Games Series
    Windows

    A tactical scale strategy game that invites the players to take command of the Allied or German forces in an epic struggle for the control of Western Europe during World War Two.

    Why similar: Turn-Based 36.8%, Strategy 25.4%, Wargame 16.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Indie 6.5%

  57. #57 Commands & Colors: The Great War
    70% matchMixed46% of 102 reviews2017
    Dev: HexWar GamesPub: Hunted Cow Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    The Great War allow players to portray important engagements throughout WWI history. The battles focus on the historical deployment of forces and important terrain features of trench fighting in scale with the game system.

    Why similar: World War I 69.4%, Strategy 30.6%

  58. #58 Last Train Home
    63% matchVery Positive87% of 5,205 reviews2023
    Dev: Ashborne GamesPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    The Great War is over - the fight continues. Command a legion of soldiers, desperately trying to make their way home amidst the chaos of civil war. Lead them through the unforgiving wilderness onboard an armored train. Manage your crew and resources and try to survive.

    Why similar: World War I 62%, Strategy 23.7%, Wargame 11.8%, Atmospheric 2.6%

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