Games Like Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance

For a thousand years, three opposing forces have waged war for what they believe is true. There can be no room for compromise: their way is the only way. Dubbed The Infinite War, this devastating conflict has taken its toll on a once-peaceful galaxy and has only served to deepen the hatred between the factions.

Why similar: RTS 44.3%, Strategy 16.8%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Real-Time with Pause 6.7% ★, Real-Time 6.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor that established the core mechanics of massive-scale economy and strategic zoom.

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 38%, Grand Strategy 12.3% ★, Strategy 11%, Base Building 8.8%, Sci-fi 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor that pushes the scale even further with planet-spanning warfare and orbital mechanics.

What began as a conflict over the transfer of consciousness from flesh to machines escalated into a war which has decimated a million worlds. The Core and the Arm have all but exhausted the resources of a galaxy in their struggle for domination.

Why similar: RTS 51.8%, Strategy 16.2%, Classic 7.9% ★, Sci-fi 7.8%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: The classic title that pioneered the resource-based RTS gameplay found in the Supreme Commander series.

With 100+ truly unique units, Zero-K is an RTS of freedom and creativity, tempered by a decade of refinement. Sculpt land into a castle and throw invaders off it with a Jugglenaut. Explore a massive campaign, solo or co-op. Hop online for epic 32 player battles or fast paced 1v1, on 100s of maps.

Why similar: RTS 48.7%, Strategy 17.5%, Real-Time 11.6% ★, Multiplayer 7.8%, Co-op 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished, free-to-play RTS that shares the deep physics-based combat and massive unit counts of the Forged Alliance engine.

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: RTS 38.8%, Strategy 14.8%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Real-Time 8.1% ★, Multiplayer 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time strategy with 4X elements to provide a massive, galaxy-spanning combat experience.

A massive-scale real-time strategy game where you command entire armies on a dynamic battlefield. Conquer multiple worlds across several single-player campaigns; or play with your friends in multiplayer combat.

Why similar: RTS 37%, Moddable 13.7% ★, Base Building 11.7%, Strategy 10.4%, Sci-fi 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on massive-scale battles with thousands of units, mirroring the grand strategic feel of Supreme Commander.

Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!

Why similar: RTS 40.6%, Strategy 16.3%, Grand Strategy 8.1% ★, Base Building 7.2%, Sci-fi 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A more streamlined, faster-paced entry in the series that retains the core base-building and experimental unit concepts.

Command distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources in Tempest Rising - a classic RTS set on Earth after a nuclear war.

Why similar: RTS 64.5%, Strategy 19.2%, Base Building 7.2%, Real-Time 3.6% ★, Multiplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to classic RTS titles that focuses on base-building and resource management.

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: RTS 49.8%, Strategy 16.8%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Classic 5.6% ★, Multiplayer 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an epic sci-fi RTS experience with a focus on three-dimensional movement and massive fleet management.

Fight for control of a frontier world. Gather resources, build your base, and command your forces in battle. Survive long enough to unleash your ultimate weapon - THE EPIC.

Why similar: RTS 50.1%, Strategy 16.5%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Base Building 7.4%, Multiplayer 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional RTS that emphasizes base-building and distinct faction mechanics in a sci-fi setting.

The year is 2047. A massive nuclear fireball explodes high in the night sky, marking the dramatic beginning of the Third Tiberium War and the long-awaited return of the most groundbreaking Real-Time Strategy franchise of all time

Why similar: RTS 46.7%, Strategy 17%, Base Building 13.2%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Sci-fi 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, classic RTS experience with strong base-building and unit variety.

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: RTS 28.1%, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Real-Time 9.8% ★, Moddable 8.8% ★, Multiplayer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features asymmetric warfare against a massive, intelligent AI opponent, requiring deep strategic planning and scale management.

Command & Conquer and Red Alert are both remastered in 4K by the former Westwood Studios team members. Includes all 3 expansions, rebuilt multiplayer, a modernized UI, Map Editor, bonus footage gallery, and over 7 hours of remastered music.

Why similar: RTS 51.4%, Strategy 17.9%, Base Building 14%, Multiplayer 7%, Classic 5% ★

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for classic base-building RTS gameplay that influenced the entire genre.

Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?

Why similar: RTS 41.8%, Strategy 17.6%, Moddable 10.2% ★, Sci-fi 8.7%, Multiplayer 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a blend of planetary base-building and large-scale space fleet combat.

The world erupts in conflict as Soviet forces invade American soil in Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2. You are the Supreme Commander. Arm yourself to the teeth with top-secret technologies and lead the Soviet or Allied troops to victory.

Why similar: RTS 53.4%, Strategy 17.6%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Base Building 7.7%, Classic 3.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: A beloved classic that defined the fast-paced, base-building RTS style of the early 2000s.

A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.

Why similar: RTS 54.9%, Strategy 20%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Real-Time 2.2% ★

Why You'll Like It: A ground-based tactical RTS that retains the cinematic scale and atmosphere of the Homeworld series.

Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.

Why similar: RTS 49.6%, Strategy 16.7%, Base Building 12.5%, Sci-fi 6.7%, Multiplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined RTS designed for large-scale unit control and base management.

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

Why similar: RTS 43.2%, Strategy 12.3%, Base Building 10.9%, Grand Strategy 6.2% ★, Real-Time 6.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique diesel-punk aesthetic with a strong emphasis on base-building and tactical positioning.

Be the Ultimate Modern Warfare General

Why similar: RTS 45.9%, Strategy 28.1%, Multiplayer 12.9%, Base Building 8.2%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that emphasizes base construction and distinct faction-based technology trees.

Executive Assault is an indie real-time strategy/first-person shooter where you can not only build your base and create armies, but also take control of your units and fight as one of them.

Why similar: RTS 44.6%, Strategy 16.1%, Base Building 8.3%, Real-Time 7.9% ★, Sci-fi 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that allows players to command armies like an RTS while jumping into units for FPS combat.

The Second Tiberium War begins in this legendary sequel to the original Command & Conquer. With his forces stronger than ever, arch villain and leader of The Brotherhood of Nod - Kane - is pitched in an epic battle against the world's war machine - the Global Defense Initiative.

Why similar: RTS 56.3%, Strategy 33.1%, Sci-fi 3.8%, Classic 2.7% ★, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that features deep lore and traditional base-building mechanics.

It’s 2741 and the universe is at war. The Terran Empire is laying siege to the NSA, a treaty of colonies that upholds freedom and democracy. After losing the battle in space, the NSA is forced to retreat to its last stronghold. Can you snatch victory from impending doom?

Why similar: Strategy 47.1%, RTS 43.7%, Sci-fi 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical unit management and objective-based combat in a sci-fi setting.

In the name of Kane! The Command & Conquer™ series continues to thrive with Command & Conquer™ 3: Kane’s Wrath.

Why similar: RTS 34.7%, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Base Building 9.8%, Multiplayer 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the base-building and strategic depth of the Tiberium Wars campaign.

Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour brings you closer to the enemy than ever before. Engage opposing forces at hot spots around the globe as you match strategies and arsenals against the new masterminds of modern war.

Why similar: RTS 49.6%, Strategy 13.8%, Multiplayer 12.1%, Co-op 8.5%, Base Building 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive expansion for Generals, adding significant depth to the base-building and unit roster.

Lead the great armies of the Star Wars™ Episode II: Attack of the Clones saga in intense real-time strategy clashes. Enter the fray as the Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Wookies, Trade Federation, Gungans or Royal Naboo to determine the course of the Galactic Civil War.

Why similar: RTS 50.8%, Strategy 19.7%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Sci-fi 6.4%, Base Building 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic RTS that utilizes a familiar engine to manage large-scale battles and base development.

An open-ended factory management game with RTS and tower defense elements.

Why similar: RTS 30.5%, Base Building 27.1%, Strategy 21%, Multiplayer 10.5%, Co-op 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines base-building, automation, and tower defense with RTS-style unit control for complex logistical challenges.

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition is the ultimate Dawn of War experience, featuring the original Dawn of War and all its expansions, along with enhanced visuals, an improved camera, and 64-bit platform support.

Why similar: RTS 43.1%, Strategy 13.9%, Base Building 10.3%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Multiplayer 8.6%

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 29.9%, Grand Strategy 18.4% ★, Real-Time with Pause 16.3% ★, Strategy 10.6%, Competitive 7.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: A deep, tactical space combat simulator that emphasizes realistic sensor management and fleet positioning.

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 40.2%, Real-Time 11.8% ★, Base Building 10.9%, Strategy 10.9%, Sci-fi 6.5%

The desperate leadership of a doomed Soviet Union travels back in time to change history and restore the glory of Mother Russia.

Why similar: RTS 39.9%, Strategy 14.6%, Base Building 12.2%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Co-op 7%

"You are outgunned. You are massively outnumbered. You must win." These are your orders. Humanity has already fought its war against the machines -- and lost. AI death squads stand watch over every planet and every wormhole, the few remaining human settlements are held captive in orbiting bubbles, and the AIs have turned their...

Why similar: RTS 33.6%, Strategy 33.4%, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Sci-fi 6.4%, Co-op 4.3%

Level Up For the Epic Conclusion of the Tiberium Saga.

Why similar: RTS 41.6%, Strategy 14.9%, Base Building 10.8%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Multiplayer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a different take on the series with a focus on mobile base units and objective control.

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: RTS 32.2%, Grand Strategy 17.6% ★, Base Building 10.6%, Strategy 10.1%, Sci-fi 9%

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: RTS 35.9%, Real-Time 14.8% ★, Moddable 12.5% ★, Base Building 11.6%, Strategy 11.4%

{{An RTS inspired by the classics of the past!}} Making up for it's subpar retro graphics with fun gameplay and modern multi-threaded tech enabling huge battles to run smooth... Featuring singleplayer challenges, skirmish, sandbox, 10-player multiplayer & workshop modding.

Why similar: RTS 46.5%, Strategy 11.3%, Base Building 9.2%, Moddable 9.1% ★, Real-Time 6.5% ★

Lead the Mobile Infantry in this RTS game set in the Starship Troopers film universe. Balance your army composition with a diverse set of unit types, overcome line-of-sight and line-of-fire challenges through tactical positioning, and use special abilities to smash the Arachnid hordes!

Why similar: RTS 55.1%, Strategy 22.1%, Real-Time 10.2% ★, Sci-fi 8.1%, War 2.4%

Stormgate is a free-to-play real-time strategy game with a full single-player campaign, 3-player co-op, and PvP versus modes on over 60 maps. Our Editor is also freely available for you to craft just about any custom game mode you can imagine. Join our development journey today!

Why similar: RTS 41.2%, Base Building 13.6%, Strategy 12.8%, Moddable 12.4% ★, Multiplayer 9.6%

Impossible Creatures is a 3D RTS game that pits the player against an evil villain. Using Earth’s most formidable animals as building blocks, the player must create an army of genetically-altered mutant monsters in a titanic struggle to protect an unsuspecting world.

Why similar: RTS 46.6%, Strategy 16.2%, Real-Time 10.6% ★, Base Building 8.9%, Multiplayer 6.7%

Step into a brutal battle between three warring factions In Dawn of War III you will have no choice but to face your foes when a catastrophic weapon is found on the mysterious world of Acheron.

Why similar: RTS 49.2%, Strategy 17.5%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Base Building 8%, Multiplayer 7.2%

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2 is the new real-time strategy game adapted from Games Workshop’s famous tabletop game that portrays the epic space battles of the Warhammer 40,000 universe.

Why similar: RTS 54.2%, Strategy 23.4%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Multiplayer 4.7%, Space 4.6%

After the destruction of the EARTH in 2150, the leaders of the Eurasian Dynasty escaped on board an evacuation fleet. Now they are fighting for the survival of the human species. Their base is one large building comprising of smaller variable parts.

Why similar: RTS 46%, Real-Time 18.5% ★, Base Building 15.5%, Strategy 14.2%, Space 2.6%

Red Alert 3: Uprising features four new mini-campaigns, giving players a deeper dive into the storyline's of the Soviets, the Allies, the Empire of the Rising Sun and a unique campaign centered on the origins of everyone’s favorite psionic Japanese schoolgirl commando, Yuriko Omega.

Why similar: RTS 45%, Strategy 16.5%, Base Building 12.6%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Co-op 7.3%

The next major game in the Planetary Annihilation universe, Industrial Annihilation combines the iconic real-time strategy of the beloved Annihilation games with deep factory-building to deliver a blend of genres unlike any you’ve experienced before.

Why similar: RTS 51.2%, Strategy 23.2%, Base Building 9%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Co-op 3.7%

The next chapter in the #1 rated RTS franchise thrusts players into a hellish war torn landscape to command two battle-hardened armies in relentless campaigns for honor and country. Players lead the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle...

Why similar: RTS 56.3%, Strategy 30.1%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Base Building 3.5%, Co-op 1.6%

Battlefleet Gothic: Armada is the RTS videogame adaptation of Games Workshop’s classic tabletop game, pitting the Chaos, Imperium, Eldar, and Orks against each other in visceral space-battles.

Why similar: RTS 50.2%, Strategy 26.4%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Space 3.5%

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: RTS 30.4%, Grand Strategy 21.9% ★, Real-Time with Pause 17.1% ★, Moddable 13.5% ★, Strategy 12.8%

In the late 21st century, the world's civilizations are wiped out by a series of nuclear strikes, seemingly caused by a massive malfunction of the new NASDA (North American Strategic Defense Agency) strategic defense system.

Why similar: RTS 42.9%, Strategy 25.2%, Base Building 14%, Multiplayer 5.7%, Classic 4.7% ★

Customize your unique faction in a new take on real-time strategy as you fight in a variety of skirmish, solo, and multiplayer battles. You are not only a commander, but also an engineer – so you have ultimate control over your faction’s units, factories, superweapons and economy.

Why similar: RTS 70.7%, Strategy 22.1%, Multiplayer 6.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!

Why similar: RTS 51.9%, Strategy 22%, Classic 6.7% ★, Multiplayer 6.4%, Real-Time 4% ★

Perimeter is an innovative Real-Time-Strategy game that pits players against each other or AI opponents in a life and death struggle to seize territory and establish crucial protective “perimeters.” Players will be introduced to the game’s unique terraforming feature, allowing them to move, build, construct and destroy the map...

Why similar: RTS 56%, Strategy 32%, Sci-fi 7.1%, Classic 3.8% ★, Space 1.1%

Act of Aggression – Reboot Edition brings the techno-thriller RTS game Act of Aggression to a higher level. The Reboot Edition offers a full gameplay overhaul in skirmish mode against the AI and in your multiplayer battles.

Why similar: RTS 57%, Strategy 18%, Base Building 11.1%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Real-Time 1.8% ★

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

Why similar: RTS 40.4%, Strategy 17.7%, Real-Time with Pause 12.7% ★, Base Building 10.9%, Multiplayer 8.3%

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 89.5%, Sci-fi 3%, Grand Strategy 2.2% ★, Multiplayer 1.6%, Space 1.1%

Perimeter is a real-time strategy game with a destructible world. Utilize the environment for resource gathering and defense against enemies. Immerse yourself in the millennia-spanning history of the Chains of Worlds and lead a faction in the struggle for survival.

Why similar: RTS 53.7%, Strategy 18.5%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Robots 8.2%, Base Building 6%

The year is 2419. War has devastated Earth, and mega-corporations take to the stars to fight over colonised planets. Your employer, the Crayven Corporation, chose you to command an army of ground and air forces. You thought it would be just another brush-fire war. You were wrong.

Why similar: Strategy 51.8%, RTS 40.8%, Sci-fi 7.4%

All of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II in one package. Play the award-winning real-time strategy game in all its glory, including three full campaigns, six multiplayer factions, and a full co-op Last Stand mode with eight unique heroes.

Why similar: RTS 53.1%, Strategy 20.8%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Real-Time 3.9% ★