- #1 Orch Star
97% matchPositive81% of 32 reviews2018
Dev: Orch Star StudiosPub: White Warlock AB
Windows
Orch Star is a real-time strategy game set in an immersive space universe where orchs and elves fight for domination. Crush your opponents as you lead a rebellion through the campaign, or challenge other players in online battles to conquer the galaxy.
Why similar: VR 40.9%, Strategy 36.3%, Indie 15.3%, Sci-fi 7.5%
- #2 Skylight
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: E McNeill
Windows
Skylight is a turn-based tactics game of colossal space battles, with VR and non-VR versions. Command nimble squadrons of fighters, specialized frigates, and giant capital ships as you orchestrate your forces toward victory.
Why similar: Strategy 30.6%, VR 28.8%, Indie 12.1%, Futuristic 8.6%, Tactical 7.6%
- #3 Wizard King
96% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: Maru Games
Windows
Wizard King is a strategy collectible card game. (CCG / TCG) However, instead of playing cards, you will play the game with real summon creature and magic. Therefore, you can enjoy more easy and active games than ordinary card games.
Why similar: Strategy 70%, Indie 30%
- #4 TurretMaster
95% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: Hikati GamesPub: Hikati Games LLC
Windows
An invading army that does not stop. One survivor that can turn coffee creamer into a flame thrower and junk metal into shells. Defend the land against ground and air threats and move up the ranks. Become a creator with the level editor and challenge friends from all over the world with your own visions of an impossible invasion.
Why similar: Strategy 71%, Indie 29%
- #5 Deck Casters
94% matchVery Positive90% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: Rock Nano Global
Windows
Experience an entirely new kind of strategic gameplay that fuses together deck-building, RTS and MOBA in one epic experience. Wield the 5 elements, build your deck and unleash powerful spells and creatures to crush your opponent.
Why similar: Strategy 39.5%, RTS 30.9%, Indie 16.9%, Multiplayer 12.7%
- #6 Lazerbait
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 512 reviews2016
Dev: Taylor Stapleton
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Lazerbait is a free arcade strategy game set in virtual reality with one simple goal: capture all the planets to build more ships and destroy your enemies!
Why similar: Strategy 36.8%, VR 32.3%, RTS 17.2%, Indie 13.7%
- #7 Warden of the Isles
93% matchPositive89% of 38 reviews2020
Dev: Beardlings LLC
Windows
Use wits, magic, and a powerful throwing arm to build and defend your town while commanding troops to fight enemies in this lighthearted VR blend of RTS and Mage Simulator. Defend against a looming and mysterious threat, uncover its dark origins, and become... The Warden of the Isles!
Why similar: Strategy 37.9%, VR 27.1%, RTS 19%, Indie 16%
- #8 Airborne Empires
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stenkross Studios
Windows
Tabletop war gaming has come to life as a fully immersive VR experience! As the supreme leader of your own miniature army, you must use all your wits and cunning to outsmart your opponent on the battlefield.
Why similar: VR 44.1%, Strategy 40.2%, Indie 15.6%
- #9 Ascension VR
92% matchMixed63% of 24 reviews2016
Dev: Temple Gates Games
Windows
Now updated with the War of Shadows expansion and support for motion controls! Come try out the expansion with the devs, Tuesday nights at 8pm Pacific. Ascension VR is the first deckbuilding Virtual Reality experience.
Why similar: Strategy 43.2%, VR 39.2%, Indie 17.6%
- #10 Bazaar
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Temple Gates Games
Windows
Fly on a magic carpet through the mystical land of Bazaar, collecting exotic trinkets for your journey! Beware dart traps, sea cobras, and hungry crocs that lurk around corners. Vandal monkeys have stolen relics from the guardian of the labyrinth - will you recover them in time or be trapped forever?
Why similar: Strategy 42.6%, VR 39.2%, Indie 18.2%
- #11 Coffee Pot Terrarium
91% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2016
Dev: Brothers Flint
Windows · Mac · Linux
Created by two brothers, Coffee Pot Terrarium is a turn-based puzzle game of tile manipulation. Raise new pathways to traverse the map, drop tiles to eliminate the enemy. Stop and smell the cherry blossoms.
Why similar: Strategy 71%, Indie 29%
- #12 Expansion VR
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: Plazma Studio
Windows
Expansion is a sci-fi Action RTS where deck-building strategy meets fast-paced VR duels — battle AI or challenge real players.
Why similar: RTS 21.5%, VR 21%, Strategy 19.3%, Tactical 8.5%, Military 7.5%
- #13 Simple RTS
89% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2017
Dev: Gal Hajaj
Windows
A Simple Real-Time-Strategy Game Like in the good old days, with 20 types of units. The goal is simply to conquer all territories on the map, which is also your AI opponent's goal...
Why similar: Strategy 71%, Indie 29%
- #14 void LINK
89% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2017
Dev: Zentrifuge
Windows
Casual "takes-1-minute-to-learn" Space RTS, designed for VR: Gather resources, build your fleet, seek out rivals, craft custom ships, and go to battle, in truly 3-dimensional playgrounds. 2-Player online, competitive.
Why similar: Strategy 32.6%, VR 31.8%, RTS 17.6%, Indie 12.9%, Sci-fi 5.1%
- #15 Skyworld: Kingdom Brawl
88% matchMostly Positive73% of 64 reviews2019
Dev: Vertigo Games
Windows
Obliterate friendships in the unforgiving VR battle arenas of Skyworld: Kingdom Brawl. From the creators of Arizona Sunshine, set in the universe of Skyworld, comes an action-packed real-time multiplayer game, exclusively for VR.
Why similar: Strategy 54.1%, VR 25.3%, Indie 20.6%
- #16 Bionic Attack
87% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: The Selenite Forge
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bionic Attack is a fast paced Real Time Strategy game set in a post apocalyptic world, where two factions are fighting for the planet domination. During the campaign or fight mode, you will play both factions, each one has a special unit with a unique gameplay.
Why similar: Strategy 48.5%, RTS 22.1%, Indie 21.1%, Sci-fi 8.3%
- #17 Intruder Alert: Ixian Operations
86% matchMixed66% of 71 reviews2016
Dev: Frudelsoft
Windows
Intruder Alert is an science-fiction RTS having 6 totally different factions. It contains a single-player campaign, local LAN multiplayer, simple single player games and special challenges like Tower Defense.
Why similar: Strategy 44.1%, RTS 30.1%, Indie 18%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #18 Fracture the Flag
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 110 reviews2016
Dev: One Wheel Studio
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Fracture the Flag is not the usual hyper click fest of an RTS... Take some time, gather your resources, plan your strategy and then knock the crud out your opponents!
Why similar: Strategy 42.5%, RTS 27.4%, Indie 17.8%, Multiplayer 12.3%
- #19 Hoop Route
85% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Neither One Games
Windows
A VR game where you use motion controllers to guide a hoop along wire pathways. Maneuver the hoop to the end of each course while avoiding obstacles along the way. Use steady hands and precise timing to avoid letting the hoop touch any surfaces.
Why similar: VR 63.1%, Indie 36.9%
- #20 Saga of the Void: Admirals
84% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: RowlesCorp StudiosPub: Self-Published
Windows
Saga of the Void: Admirals is a full, space based rts in vr!
Why similar: Strategy 43.9%, VR 33.7%, RTS 22.5%
- #21 Astraeus
82% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2018
Dev: E McNeill
Windows
Astraeus is a VR asteroid mining RTS game that's quick to play, easy to learn, and enormous in scope. Build a mining network from dozens of bases, and watch as hundreds of ships swarm around you.
Why similar: Strategy 29.7%, VR 19.1%, RTS 13.1%, Indie 12.1%, Futuristic 7.6%
- #22 Nightside
83% matchMixed62% of 131 reviews2015
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A four races sci-fi base building real time strategy game set on the dark side of an unknown planet where the valuable "green ice" resource can be found.
Why similar: Strategy 42.7%, RTS 31.6%, Indie 15.5%, Sci-fi 10.1%
- #23 三国志猛将传
80% matchMixed57% of 118 reviews2020
Dev: OneOneGames
Windows
摒弃传统三国游戏的数据对碰,实现对每个单位都进行独立的实时演算。国产单机三国游戏,尽可能在保留三国历史原貌同时还原壮观的冷兵器决战场景。
Why similar: Strategy 48.3%, Indie 19.7%, RTS 14.2%, Military 10.5%, Tactical 7.3%
- #24 Tethered
81% matchVery Positive81% of 210 reviews2017
Dev: Secret Sorcery Limited
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Thirteen unique islands await your guiding hand in this beautiful and engrossing real-time strategy game, unlike anything you have experienced before!
Why similar: Strategy 41.3%, VR 27.4%, Indie 16%, RTS 15.3%
- #25 Fractured State
79% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Mechanical Monocle
Windows
Fractured State refines the RTS genre into fast-paced strategic urban combat. Take part as the machine driven imperialistic faction of the Laperian Imperial Army battle to remain in control against the Children of the Ancients, worshipers and masters of an ancient power. Includes Map Editor.
Why similar: Strategy 47.3%, RTS 33.4%, Indie 19.3%
- #26 Cro Magnon
81% matchMostly Negative36% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Thor Gaming
Windows
Europe, 39000 BC. A group of people have arrived at a location suitable for a settlement. The lands are rich and fertile, but not uninhabited. You will take command of a newly formed clan of Cro Magnon, in the final days of the Neanderthals. Your goal is survival and dominance.
Why similar: Strategy 46.9%, RTS 32.1%, Indie 21%
- #27 Final Assault
78% matchVery Positive92% of 492 reviews2019
Dev: Phaser Lock Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Final Assault is a WWII themed Action Strategy Game that capitalizes on the full power of Virtual Reality. Command massive ground battles as the skies erupt in dynamic dog fights and bombing runs. Combat requires quick thinking and fast reflexes. Fight the battle, win the war!
Why similar: VR 42.4%, Strategy 41.4%, RTS 16.2%
- #28 Heavenly Duels
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Vast Reality
Windows
High on top of mountains is a heavenly arena where gods duel to become the most celebrated of all. Join the battle and command your troops to victory. As you gain fame in your battles more will join your army. Strategize strong unit combos and join in on the action with spells and weapons.
Why similar: Strategy 42.4%, VR 40.3%, Indie 17.3%
- #29 Fantasy Royal VR
75% matchMixed52% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: JH Soft Co., Ltd.
Windows
"Fantasy Royal VR" is a VR strategy battle game played in a sci-fi world. Make one's mark in the world through future virtual strategic sports. Only those who can control various battlefields and unique units can become true champions.
Why similar: Strategy 35.8%, RTS 30.6%, VR 22.3%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #30 Astroderps
77% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2016
Dev: Chronos VR
Windows
Astroderps is a fun puzzle game that you can play for all ages. Your goal is to guide your Astroderps from one portal to the next while avoiding dangerous obstacles.
Why similar: Strategy 43.8%, VR 38.4%, Indie 17.9%
- #31 varBlocks
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Parallel Intersection Studio
Windows
varBlocks is an adventure VR game. You will go into a wooden world and find a wooden man, he was cursed by the blocks, and wait for the hero who can help him to break the curse. Hero, It's you? Help the wooden man to break through all the defenses, and take him into the bright world.
Why similar: Strategy 43.8%, VR 38.4%, Indie 17.9%
- #32 AirMech Command
76% matchMixed68% of 199 reviews2017
Dev: Carbon Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
AirMech Command is the definitive Action/RTS experience in VR. With all new tactical room-space controls AND ground-level flight controls, you can command troops and units from orbit, or grab the stick and pilot your AirMech directly. Lots of mechs, units, and unlockable vanity items--no microtrans!
Why similar: VR 46.1%, Strategy 38.8%, Indie 15.1%
- #33 Radar Defense
75% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Adage Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Radar Defense is the first Strategy Tower Defense Game with a “seek and destroy” game mechanic. Use your Radar to find and identify the threat, or use your intuition to guess the position and the types of the enemy units. Destroy them with the right weapon.
Why similar: Strategy 71%, Indie 29%
- #34 Meridian: New World
78% matchMixed48% of 530 reviews2014
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Slip into the role of Daniel Hanson, commander of the first mission to a remote planet called Meridian. Assured of the fact that the planet is uninhabited, the unexpected reception of a distress call from the surface could mean many things, none of which you are prepared for.
Why similar: Strategy 40.8%, RTS 40.8%, Indie 9.7%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #35 The Steadfast VR Challenge
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: Lanclan, LLC
Windows
The Steadfast VR Challenge is a hybrid of First Person Shooter and Tower Defense that forces you to incorporate strategy with marksmanship in a virtual world! It's delivered in an infinite wave based format where you'll find yourself frequently combining fast, deliberate decisions with quick reflexes to pull off the unthinkable.
Why similar: Strategy 42.9%, VR 39.5%, Indie 17.5%
- #36 Re-O-Ri
71% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Get Out Games
Windows
Do you have what it takes to become the next Re-O-Ri? Battle to claim the title of “King of Kings” in this turn-based single and multiplayer strategy VR card game!
Why similar: Strategy 62.7%, Indie 25.8%, VR 11.5%
- #37 The Woods: VR Escape the Room
73% matchMixed41% of 17 reviews2019
Windows
After a walk in the woods, you find yourself locked in a swaying cage above the forest floor, with no recollection of how you got there. Discover the mysteries this forest has to offer. Solve puzzles, decipher ancient texts, and uncover the mystical secrets hidden within these woods for many years.
Why similar: VR 44.2%, Strategy 39.1%, Indie 16.8%
- #38 CubeWorks
73% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2017
Dev: TinMoon Studios
Windows
CubeWorks is a VR strategy & puzzle game with a custom interface to challenge your spatial problem solving abilities. Players must rely on a complete 360-degree manipulation of objects in a fully immersive 3D world to advance through the game and strive to reach their highest scores.
Why similar: Strategy 46%, VR 35.3%, Indie 18.8%
- #39 Submerged: VR Escape the Room
73% matchMostly Positive70% of 30 reviews2018
Dev: Blue Entropy Studios
Windows
Trapped inside a room filling with water, you will decipher secrets and tools to aid your escape. Hold your breath and dive for answers within a submarine deep below the ocean.
Why similar: Strategy 46.8%, VR 34.2%, Indie 19.1%
- #40 Crooked Waters
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 27 reviews2018
Dev: Craft Game Studio
Windows
Crooked Waters is a multiplayer virtual reality game where you and your pirate crew participate in thrilling sea battles. Play with random players or join up with your friends to fight other crews using your ship.
Why similar: Strategy 47.9%, VR 33.4%, Indie 18.7%
- #41 9th Company: Roots Of Terror
77% matchMixed59% of 251 reviews2009
Dev: Новый ДискPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 45%
9th Company Roots of Terror is an action-oriented real-time strategy game based on actual events that took place during the Soviet military campaign in Afghanistan.
Why similar: Strategy 45%, RTS 34.4%, Military 20.5%
- #42 BREACH IT
74% matchMixed48% of 220 reviews2017
Dev: Domas SabockisPub: My Way Games
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
"BREACH IT" is tactical multiplayer attack - defend type shooter. As an attacker destroy walls, doors with C4, hammers or tons of bullets to get to the enemy from an angle they would not expect. If you're on defending team, then it's time to get to work! Board doors, reinforce walls and get to position!
Why similar: VR 39.5%, Strategy 35%, Indie 14.7%, Multiplayer 10.7%
- #43 Toy Clash
71% matchPositive98% of 43 reviews2017
Dev: 5minlab Corp.
Windows
Get ready for a fierce battle of cute toys on table-top! Use your mighty magic and unique toys to stop annoying opponents from making a disturbance.
Why similar: Strategy 47.2%, VR 34.5%, Indie 18.3%
- #44 Kingdom-Heroes
63% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: InfinityMr
Windows
Kingdom-Heroes offers real time strategy fun in 2D Pixelart optics and cool atmospheric music and sound. Build up your Colony by placing every building where you want and recruiting as many units as you want! Build outposts, Farming stations or strengthen your defenses!
Why similar: Strategy 53%, RTS 24.9%, Indie 20.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #45 Toy Generals
71% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: Arjuna Games
Windows
Toy soldiers! Prepare for battle! The house is full of enemies and we must drive them out! Sniper - get in position! Grenadier - your target is the tower. Infantry - attack! Check every nook and cranny, battle the enemy in the attic, in the garden, up in the treehouse. Build up your unique squad and take back the house!
Why similar: Strategy 40%, RTS 23.4%, Military 20.2%, Indie 16.3%
- #46 Flat Worlds
70% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: Che
Windows
Flat Worlds is a VR space transport game set in our very own Solar System. Setup transport networks of people and natural resources, guiding the path of human colonization around the Solar System's planets and moons. What will we find when there is no more room to grow?
Why similar: Strategy 44.9%, VR 36.8%, Indie 18.3%
- #47 Tower Island: Explore, Discover and Disassemble
72% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2016
Dev: Team of Light Media LLC
Windows
Tower Island was built exclusively for VR on the HTC Vive and takes full advantage of “Room Scale” playability by placing you on a virtual island that is ready to be explored. Part scavenger hunt, part puzzle, part strategy, 100% fun filled adventure for all ages!
Why similar: Strategy 46%, VR 35.3%, Indie 18.8%
- #48 Nick
70% matchVery Positive81% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: Firstborn Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 658.3 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Nick is a free wave defense survival game—all in virtual reality. Built in Unreal engine, this first-person, room-scale VR experience lets users take control of a variety of weapons and tools to fight off endless waves of evil robotic elves.
Why similar: VR 53.3%, Strategy 32%, Indie 14.7%
- #49 Planet X16
60% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: 8-Bit Productions, LLCPub: NMSE & Co LLC
Windows · Mac
Planet X16 the spiritual successor to the Planet X3 strategy game. You are up against the Protoids again. You need to mine resources, build infrastructure and build offensive units to defeat them. All while protecting your bases now with mouse controls
Why similar: Strategy 45.4%, RTS 35.6%, Futuristic 17%, Singleplayer 2%
- #50 Rush & Command
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VoxelBite
Windows
Rush & Command is a classic multiplayer real time strategy game, that will intrigue both highly tactical as well as casual RTS players. The game is set in an alternate world where units and armies dating back from the 1960-1980 are enriched with high-tech current technologies and knowledge.
Why similar: Strategy 39.8%, RTS 31.9%, Indie 16.6%, Multiplayer 11.7%
- #51 Test Subject 901
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 48 reviews2018
Dev: SpinVR.ca
Windows
Trudge through haunting halls and desolate rooms, teleport through the darkness and hide in the shadows as you plan your escape. Feel your heart race as your doom looms ever closer. Find a way out before your fate is sealed.
Why similar: Strategy 49.8%, VR 38.2%, Indie 8.9%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #52 RTS Commander: Smash the Rebels
69% match7 user reviews0% of 7 reviews2018
Dev: F-GamesPub: JTS Development
Windows
Welcome to the Earth Republic army! The year is 2257. Fight against Rebels, explore territories, build a new bases, develop new vehicles, discover what lies ahead and restore peace. The hope lies on your shoulders...
Why similar: Strategy 45.5%, RTS 24.1%, Indie 18%, Tactical 12.5%
- #53 Block Wave VR
70% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: RLTY CHK
Windows
Compete for the high score in this fast paced, addictive virtual reality block puzzler designed for the HTC Vive! Inspired by 1980’s Synthwave with an original score, Block Wave will keep you immersed for hours.
Why similar: VR 49.7%, Strategy 35.8%, Indie 14.6%
- #54 Star Pulse:The War
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Star Pulse
Windows
Star Pulse: The War is an independent real-time strategy game that merges science fiction with fantasy. Players will command a sci-fi faction, harnessing the power of star pulse to gather resources, construct buildings, train troops, and nurture heroes in the fight against invading magical forces.
Why similar: RTS 33.8%, Strategy 26.9%, Military 17.9%, Indie 9.6%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #55 Gangsta Underground : The Poker
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 60 reviews2020
Dev: Gangsta Underground
Windows
Gangsta Underground : The Poker is a gangsters heads up poker league which takes place in a dark backstreet. Win the game to take all bets from the loser and kill him with a gun.
Why similar: Strategy 49.8%, VR 29.8%, Indie 20.3%
- #56 Domain Defense VR
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: Inclusion Studios
Windows
Domain Defense VR is a stand alone game that has been built from the ground up for virtual reality. This tabletop style tower defense game will have you defending each unique level against waves of enemies and bosses with an arsenal of towers and special abilities.
Why similar: Strategy 52%, VR 27.4%, Indie 20.6%
- #57 Ground Control II: Operation Exodus
68% matchVery Positive89% of 317 reviews2015
Dev: Massive EntertainmentPub: Rebellion
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
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 66.3%, RTS 26.3%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #58 Chronostation
65% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2020
Dev: Manfromstars
Windows
Sci-fi Tower Defense real-time strategy with pleasant adaptive music. Play as a commander of a space station which got stuck in a time anomaly.
Why similar: Strategy 55.2%, Indie 23.4%, RTS 13%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #59 Rival Commanders
57% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miz
Windows
A fast-paced casual real-time strategy game where you command stylized armies, deploy powerful units, and outsmart rivals in explosive top-down battles.
Why similar: Strategy 34.8%, RTS 30%, Military 14.9%, Tactical 9.6%, Multiplayer 5.5%