- #1 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Souzou
97% matchVery Positive86% of 1,212 reviews2014
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The 14th entry of the the historical simulation series "Nobunaga's Ambition." Become a daimyō of the Warring States era, and unite the land! With "the creation of a new age" as the key concept, this title features beautifully recreated castle towns, dynamic battlefield action and dramatic event scenes.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.6% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Wargame 17.9%, Real Time Tactics 15.7%, Military 12.4%
- #2 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence - Ascension
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,078 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In the simulation game series "Nobunaga's Ambition", players aim to unify Japan in the troubled times of the Warring States era. In this release we include "Officer Play" for the first time in the series, allowing players to advance from retainer to Castle Lord and then on to Daimyo.
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.3% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Wargame 17.9%, Real Time Tactics 15.5%, Military 12.4%
- #3 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Kakushin with Power Up Kit
96% matchVery Positive81% of 342 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
An extension of the 12th release in the Nobunaga’s Ambition series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle, has appeared at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Iron Triangle w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.8% ★, Wargame 18.1%, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 15.8%, Military 12.1%
- #4 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Tendou with Power Up Kit
95% matchVery Positive82% of 231 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Nobunaga’s Ambition, a series synonymous with Historical Simulation Games, has now released an extension of the 13th release in that series, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou, at the Steam Store as Nobunaga’s Ambition: Tendou w/Power-up Kit!
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.2% ★, Grand Strategy 17.9% ★, Wargame 17.7%, Real Time Tactics 15.5%, Military 12.4%
- #5 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Taishi
94% matchMixed50% of 984 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
"Nobunaga's Ambition: Taishi" is the 15th entry in the historical simulation game series Nobunaga's Ambition. Where a warrior's resolve exceeds their ambition. We offer the grandest warring states experience to all the fans out there!
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.4% ★, Grand Strategy 18.8% ★, Wargame 16.6%, Real Time Tactics 14.8%, Military 11.9%
- #6 Supreme Ruler 2030
94% matchMixed64% of 536 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Diplomacy 17.1% ★, Wargame 14.8%, Politics 14.5% ★, Military 10.6%
- #7 Grand Tactician: Napoleonic Wars (1792-1815)
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grand Engineer Corps
Windows
Fight the campaigns and battles of Napoleon from the French Revolutionary Wars all the way to Waterloo’s muddy, crimson fields.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 17.2%, Wargame 13.7%, Politics 13.2% ★, Strategy 10.9%
- #8 Maneuver Warfare 2: BTG
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Decisive Action Games
Windows
A simulation of the 2022 Russo-Ukrainian War where the player maneuvers battalion tactical groups on a map and controls assets such as aircraft, special forces teams, satellites, field hospitals, and repair facilities to support these. The player can play single battles or a campaign game.
Why similar: Wargame 27.5%, Grand Strategy 26.4% ★, Military 19.7%, Strategy 12.9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #9 东方崛起
91% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 我爱云云
Windows
无缝合全新超大沙盘大战略即时游戏 游戏第一个剧本为三国时代(不代表只结束于这一个时代和剧本) 游戏中包含1200多个据点,100多个家族,近百个势力。每个士兵代表1000人,千级士兵规模来还原百万军队。 游戏依托大量历史真实数据从补给中心,物资运输,战争机制,政治,经济,贸易等因素重新设计了新的游戏玩法。
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.4% ★, Wargame 19.5%, Diplomacy 14.5% ★, Politics 14% ★, Military 10.6%
- #10 Front Frontiers
91% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: baus96
Windows
The World is on the brink of irreversible Tragedy. Global tensions are rising, alliances are falling apart and states are preparing to decide their fate in the shadow of a massive war. Front Frontiers invites you to fight a massive war, offering an in-depth strategy experience.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.1% ★, Wargame 19.1%, Diplomacy 16.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 13.8%, War 6.3%
- #11 Relentless Expanse
89% matchVery Positive90% of 102 reviews2025
Dev: Cowmera Games
Windows
Capture and upgrade planets, outsmart your enemies, and conquer the galaxy! Simple yet addicting, you can play alone or outsmart your friends in this 2D top-down space RTS. Completely free, no monetization, just fun!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.4% ★, Diplomacy 21.1% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.6%, Space 7.4%, Strategy 7.2%
- #12 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sphere of Influence
90% matchVery Positive83% of 614 reviews2015
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Grand Strategy 22.2% ★, Diplomacy 21.2% ★, Wargame 16.2%, Real Time Tactics 14.3%, Military 10.1%
- #13 Renaissance Kingdom Wars
89% matchMostly Positive73% of 161 reviews2024
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
The year is 1510. As wars rage across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, it is the age of gunpowder and mercenaries - that changed the course of history. You can do it as well, going from a leader of men to the ruler of an empire in this unique mix of RTS and grand strategy.
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.9% ★, Grand Strategy 19.9% ★, Wargame 15.7%, Real Time Tactics 12.6%, Military 10.7%
- #14 Supreme Power
88% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Samuel Parker
Windows
Fight and stand your ground as you build a nation, research and develop armies and cities alike to earn the title of the Supreme Power. Make lasting choices on how you will forge a new empire. Will you create an economic powerhouse to eclipse all or take what is yours with sword and grit.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.3% ★, Wargame 22%, Real Time Tactics 19%, Military 15.1%, War 6.6%
- #15 Dummynation
87% matchVery Positive88% of 2,951 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 36.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Geopolitical management game with real-time shifting borders and a streamlined gameplay, designed to minimize all burdensome chores while allowing an absolute strategic control, from military recruitment and deployment, to diplomatic and economic management.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.5% ★, Grand Strategy 25.2% ★, Military 14.6%, Politics 11.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 10.2%
- #16 Renaissance Kingdom Wars - Prologue
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
The year is 1510. In this grand strategy & RTS hybrid you play as one of a dozen characters across medieval Europe, Africa and Middle East. Start as a landless mercenary captain. Fight your way to become a minor lord. Rise up through Kingdoms hierarchy and be crowned, then expand your Kingdom.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.3% ★, Diplomacy 23.2% ★, Wargame 17.6%, Real Time Tactics 17.1%, Top-Down 6.6%
- #17 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Bushou Fuunroku
86% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Bushou Fuunroku" is the 4th in this orthodox simulation game series, released in 1990. The theme is "Culture&Technology." Tea ceremonies and the gathering of tea items add a cultural element, while the creation of guns and plated ships express the technology of the time.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.2% ★, Wargame 21.9%, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Military 15%, War 6.9%
- #18 NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Shouseiroku with Power Up Kit
85% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Shoseiroku with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Shoseiroku," which was released in 1997 as the 7th game in the series. In Shoseiroku, the theme is "The Warring States from the viewpoint of a Castle Daimyou.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.7% ★, Wargame 20.1%, Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, Military 14.2%, War 6.5%
- #19 NationWar:Annals
84% matchMixed68% of 168 reviews2021
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a deep focus on the Spring and Autumn period of the Warring States period of the grand strategy and real-time combat fusion sandbox game.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.5% ★, Grand Strategy 19.3% ★, Wargame 15.2%, Real Time Tactics 14.9%, Military 10.1%
- #20 Age of Resistance
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Luis Humberto
Windows
Age of Resistance is a modern grand strategy set in South America. Manage your economy, internal stability, political ideologies, and regional conflicts in real-time with pause. Will you be able to dominate the continent?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.8% ★, Diplomacy 24.1% ★, Wargame 16.7%, Military 11.3%, Strategy 9%
- #21 State of Command
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Layth
Windows · Linux
A modern grand strategy game where you act as head of state, managing military forces, economic development, and diplomacy while directing large-scale operations on dynamic frontlines.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.3% ★, Wargame 21.5%, Real Time Tactics 17.3%, Strategy 10%, Military 7.9%
- #22 Dato of Srivijaya
83% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Sengkala Dev
Windows
Dato of Srivijaya is Historical RTS about rise of Srivijaya Empire in 7th century from unknown power in South Sumatra’s river to strong maritime power in Asia for almost 3.5 centuries! Explore Southeast Asia in 7th-10th century and build the strong empire!
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.3% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Real Time Tactics 14.6%, Wargame 14.3%, Politics 10.6% ★
- #23 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
82% matchMixed62% of 849 reviews2020
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new version of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Stop the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and restart the economy, participate in the US elections or engage in lightning wars with new 2020 scenarios.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.4% ★, Grand Strategy 23.3% ★, Wargame 16.4%, Military 10.5%, Strategy 6.2%
- #24 Scourge Of War - Gettysburg
81% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Norb Software Development LLC
Windows
Welcome to Scourge of War, a real-time 3D computer game/simulation developed by NorbSoftDev, the company headed by renowned game designer Norb Timpko, designer of Mad Minute Games' acclaimed Take Command series. Scourge of War is the epitome of historical command simulations.
Why similar: Wargame 18.8%, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.9%, Military 12.9%, Artificial Intelligence 10.1%
- #25 Countryballs Conquest
79% matchVery Positive88% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Indenial Games
Windows
Lead your country through the Victorian age, expand your empire as you go head to head with the great powers of the world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 31.3% ★, Real Time Tactics 19.3%, Military 14.9%, Diplomacy 13% ★, War 8.9%
- #26 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit
81% matchMixed64% of 70 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Reppuden with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Reppuden," which was released in 1999 as the 8th game in the series. Reppuden is a strategy based simulation game in which players delve into the lives of the heroes who roamed the chaotic Warring States period.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.8% ★, Wargame 20.5%, Grand Strategy 18.6% ★, Military 14.2%, War 6.6%
- #27 Scrum Down
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ITL GamesPub: World Script
Windows
Scrum Down: Epic Battles, Unique Classes, and Monthly Mayhem! With Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon, evolve powerful weapons monthly. In Story Mode, discover new worlds with each phase. Constant updates bring the thrill that keeps the war's flame burning! Get ready for the unimaginable!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.8% ★, Wargame 19.9%, Real Time Tactics 19%, Military 12.5%, Strategy 6.6%
- #28 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION
80% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2016
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Nobunaga's Ambition, the first of the series, was released in 1983. Players assume the mantle of either Nobunaga Oda or Shingen Takeda and strive to conquer the entire land (17 areas in the Kansai and central Japan region). They manage their country to make it rich, then prepare their military forces.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.9% ★, Wargame 21.2%, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Military 14.1%, War 7.2%
- #29 Scourge Of War - Remastered
77% matchVery Positive89% of 167 reviews2024
Dev: Norb Software Development LLC
Windows
Welcome to Scourge of War, a real-time 3D computer game/simulation developed by NorbSoftDev, the company headed by renowned game designer Norb Timpko, designer of Mad Minute Games' acclaimed Take Command series. Scourge of War is the epitome of historical command simulations.
Why similar: Wargame 21.4%, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Real Time Tactics 19.2%, Military 14.8%, Artificial Intelligence 9.9%
- #30 Kwarn Armada Tactics
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: 3dlight-studio
Windows
KAT is a real-time tactical combat scifi game that puts you at the head of an armada of drones. Unleash the special powers of your general to overthrow the course of the battle. K.A.T will experience your tactical sense and your speed of reflexion like never before!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23% ★, Wargame 18.1%, Real Time Tactics 17.6%, Military 10.1%, Artificial Intelligence 6.6%
- #31 Divided Empire: SENGOKU
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Composition GS
Windows
Lead your clan through Japan's turbulent Sengoku period. Craft wise strategies to expand your domain and use cunning tactics to defeat your enemies on the battlefield. Emerge victorious, restore order, and claim the title of Shogun!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 32.1% ★, Wargame 15.5%, Real Time Tactics 15.2%, Strategy 11%, Military 8.9%
- #32 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Sengoku Gunyuuden
78% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Nobunaga's Ambition: Sengoku Gun'yuden" is the third in the series and was released in Japan in 1988 and later in the US as "Nobunaga's Ambition II." In this simulation game, players take on the role of a Daimyo of the Warring States period, attract followers, and use strategy and tactics to gain control of the 38...
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.1% ★, Wargame 21.9%, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Military 15%, War 6.9%
- #33 Thorough Strife
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Summit Studio
Windows
A 2D War game inspired by Total War. Lead pixel armies, use formations and strategy to outmaneuver enemies, and grow your warband through a roguelite campaign or custom battle simulator.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 22.6%, Wargame 21.4%, Grand Strategy 18.4% ★, Military 15.1%, Strategy 9.6%
- #34 Firefight
77% matchVery Positive86% of 328 reviews2016
Dev: Sean O'Connor
Windows
Firefight is a World War II real-time simulation game similar in style to the old Close Combat series but brought up to date with better AI, individual soldier modelling, a faster frame rate to give more intense and realistic combat and an easy to use command interface.
Why similar: Wargame 19.9%, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.4%, Military 10.8%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #35 Countryballs at War
74% matchPositive85% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: SHN Games
Windows
Countryballs at War is a grand strategy wargame that combines turn-based empire building with real-time battles. Lead any countryball nation, expand your territory through conquest or diplomacy, and rise as the ultimate superpower.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 31.1% ★, Wargame 20.5%, Real Time Tactics 20.3%, Strategy 11.2%, Military 11%
- #36 Red Pearl Pirates
75% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Eoin Tolster
Windows · Linux
Command vast fleets in epic space battles, master a turn-based galactic campaign, and unite a pirate rebellion to find the legendary Red Pearl and stand against the tyrannical Z-Army. They can't take the stars from us!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.3% ★, Real Time Tactics 18.7%, Wargame 14.9%, Military 14.4%, Strategy 6.3%
- #37 War and Politics
73% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: JIYUTORISEI
Windows
A strategy simulation that combines elements of war and politics. Take on the role of President (or Prime Minister) and manage the government, policy, taxes, military, and diplomacy. Win elections and achieve victory in war. Turn your beliefs into reality.
Why similar: Diplomacy 26% ★, Politics 17.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Wargame 14%, Military 9.3%
- #38 BannerBound
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Cosmic noise
Windows
Bannerbound is a flag-capturing game where you lead a customized army, combining strategy and action to dominate the battlefield. Organize your troops, adapt your tactics, and fight for victory!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 30.1% ★, Wargame 23.6%, Real Time Tactics 20.3%, Military 8.4%, Strategy 8.3%
- #39 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 古玩工作室
Windows
"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25.6% ★, Politics 17.4% ★, Wargame 16.8%, Real Time Tactics 14.2%, Military 10.9%
- #40 Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX with Power Up Kit
74% matchVery Positive84% of 589 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 67.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅸ," which was released in 2003 as the 9th game in the series. RTK Ⅸ is a strategy based simulation game based in China's chaotic Three Kingdoms period.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.6% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Wargame 19%, Military 13.8%, War 6.6%
- #41 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Zenkokuban
75% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
The second game in the series, "Nobunaga's Ambition-Nation" was released in 1986. It became the first of the series to be released outside of Japan under the name, "Nobunaga's Ambition." Players take the role of one of the main characters of the period, Nobunaga Oda, Shingen Takeda, Kenshin Uesugi, or others and try...
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.1% ★, Wargame 21.6%, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Military 14.9%, War 6.8%
- #42 The Emperor and State
71% matchMixed57% of 317 reviews2024
Dev: 涂途Pub: Hawthorn Games
Windows
The Emperor and State is a turn-based strategy game that simulates the rule of an ancient feudal monarch. It involves the administration, policy adjustment, diplomatic checks and balances, national wars, as well as the emperor's self-cultivation, the cultivation of successors and so on.
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.9% ★, Grand Strategy 22.3% ★, Politics 21.2% ★, Wargame 16.5%, War 5.6%
- #43 Of Crowns & Chains
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: BlueJayAvis
Windows · Mac · Linux
A solo-developed grand-strategy sandbox where you lead a nation in a dynamic, historically-inspired world.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.3% ★, Politics 21.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 17.6%, Wargame 14.4%, Military 7.3%
- #44 SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,805 reviews2018
Dev: Dorado Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26% ★, Wargame 22.7%, Diplomacy 21.7% ★, Politics 19.4% ★, Strategy 9%
- #45 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Haouden with Power Up Kit
72% matchMixed47% of 19 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Haouden with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Haouden," which was released in 1992 as the 5th game in the series. Up to now in the series, warfare was focused on whole countries. Haouden changes that focus towards individual castles.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.2% ★, Wargame 22.1%, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Military 15.3%, War 6.8%
- #46 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VI with Power Up Kit
72% matchMixed53% of 38 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅵ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅵ," which was released in 1998 as the 6th game in the series. "Time of the Heavens" is depicted in dramatic historical events that enliven the world of the Three Kingdoms.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.7% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Wargame 20.7%, Military 14.7%, War 6.6%
- #47 Romance of the Three Kingdoms X with Power Up Kit
71% matchVery Positive82% of 714 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅹ," which was released in 2004 as the 10th game in the series. In this release, the all-officer playable advances.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.3% ★, Grand Strategy 21.4% ★, Wargame 20.2%, Military 14.7%, War 6.7%
- #48 World Warfare & Economics
69% matchMixed63% of 666 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 21.9% ★, Diplomacy 21.1% ★, Politics 17% ★, Real Time Tactics 14.5%, Military 11.1%
- #49 Decision Point: Battlegroup Operational Simulator
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NCED Wargames
Windows
Plans meet friction in Decision Point, a wargame where you issue NATO-standard orders, observe AI execution in real time, and adapt as the battlefield evolves. At key Decision Points, the action pauses—giving you time to reassess, redirect your forces, and outmanoeuvre the enemy.
Why similar: Wargame 21.5%, Real Time Tactics 19.5%, Military 15.7%, Artificial Intelligence 14%, War 7.5%
- #50 Realpolitiks
70% matchMixed62% of 1,232 reviews2017
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Become the leader of any contemporary country in this streamlined real-time grand strategy game. Use diplomacy, espionage, military and economic power to deal with other nations, while tackling issues such as terrorism, financial crises and medical epidemics, all in an effort to achieve global domination!
Why similar: Diplomacy 36.5% ★, Politics 25.7% ★, Grand Strategy 24.2% ★, Strategy 12%, War 1.5%
- #51 Rename the History
67% match7 user reviews50% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Codime Dev
Windows
Lead your country in one of the most difficult periods of post-war history. At this time, you will have to choose between the strong, or become a great power. To go west or east? It's up to you to decide.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.3% ★, Diplomacy 22.3% ★, Military 13.8%, Politics 13.7% ★, Wargame 12.1%
- #52 NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Ranseiki with Power Up Kit
70% matchMixed67% of 48 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION: Ranseiki with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Ranseiki," which was released in 2001 as the 9th game in the series. Ranseiki is a strategy based simulation game based in Japan's chaotic Warring States period.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.2% ★, Wargame 21.8%, Grand Strategy 19.7% ★, Military 15%, War 6.9%
- #53 Three Kingdoms : Alias
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plotrick
Windows
A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 22.7% ★, Politics 19.5% ★, Wargame 18.9%, Diplomacy 15.5% ★, Military 12.1%
- #54 Systemic War
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play of Battle SA
Windows
Lead your nation in a modern grand strategy game (2008–2025), using a macroeconomic model with exchange rates, diplomacy, and hybrid warfare. Engage in kinetic warfare on the strategic map, then shift to RTS battles at focal points.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.8% ★, Wargame 15.2%, Real Time Tactics 13.7%, Military 12.2%
- #55 Romance of the Three Kingdoms IV with Power Up Kit
69% matchMixed55% of 44 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅳ with Power Up Kit" was released in 1994 as an expansion to the 4th release in the series. About 450 officers appear in the game and "Frontier Tribes" have been added as a diplomatic element.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.9% ★, Wargame 21%, Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Military 14.9%, War 6.6%
- #56 北宋风云
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 石家庄龙游科技有限公司
Windows
A real-time strategy game based on the history of the Northern Song Dynasty. The player can experience the fun of conquering cities, directing the country, and ultimately uniting the world through their own efforts in the simulated historical background of the game!
Why similar: Wargame 22.8%, Grand Strategy 21.6% ★, Real Time Tactics 20.6%, Military 16.4%, War 7.8%
- #57 General Staff: Black Powder
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Riverview Artificial Intelligence, LLC
Windows
The General Staff: Black Powder Wargaming System is the ultimate in simulating 18th and 19th century battles. Built around the MATE AI it comes with dozens of battles (Waterloo, Gettysburg, Little Big Horn (with alternative scenarios including Gatling guns), Antietam, and more.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.6% ★, Wargame 23.8%, Military 17.5%, Artificial Intelligence 13.3%, Strategy 7.4%
- #58 Romance of the Three Kingdoms VIII with Power Up Kit
68% matchMixed68% of 176 reviews2017
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅷ with Power Up Kit" is an expanded version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms Ⅷ," which was released in 2001 as the 8th game in the series. RTK Ⅷ is a Historical Simulation game where players direct their heroes in a bid for power over all of China amongst the turbulent times of the...
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.7% ★, Wargame 20.7%, Military 15%, War 6.7%
- #59 帝国:权杖与文明
64% matchVery Positive86% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: 帝国项目组
Windows
在你的眼里,文明是怎么样的?是石头长矛到飞机导弹的跨时代战场,还是从三国时代到骑士之剑的地域时空跨越,亦或是和无数历史英雄一起肩并肩作战和决策的机会,更是从生命最初的萌芽,到最伟大文明的艰辛进化旅程······ 这一切,相信在《帝国:权杖与文明》中,都能找到属于你的答案。
Why similar: Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, Wargame 20.5%, Real Time Tactics 18.6%, Military 11.2%, Diplomacy 8.3% ★
- #60 Strategeist
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Starfish, Inc.
Windows
Become a strategeist and lead one of hundreds of nations on the globe across centuries of conflict and diplomacy in this grand strategy game. Balance war, politics, and internal institutions to shape the fate of your empire, and secure your legacy in history.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.1% ★, Diplomacy 23.8% ★, Politics 17.6% ★, Wargame 10.7%, Military 10.3%