- #1 Conquer: Napoleonic Wars
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: Estuego Games
Windows
A turn-based strategy game based off the Napoleonic Wars! Lead, attack, buy, and communicate. Learn how to play difficult 4x grand strategy games by starting with simple strategy. *Disclaimer, this game is made by a teenager for a school project*
Why similar: 4X 29.8% ★, Wargame 15%, Alternate History 12.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Historical 11.4%
- #2 Kingdoms of Myth
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Marcos Cruz
Windows
Lead a global army with unique units and heroes, each with their own skills. Kingdoms of Myth features 100 civilizations with unique armies, tech, and skills, providing diverse ways to defeat enemies.
Why similar: 4X 31.8% ★, Wargame 14.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Historical 11.9%, Magic 8%
- #3 Great Powers
96% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2025
Dev: Flame-Dragons
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 4x global turn-based strategy game with a well-developed economic and military model.
Why similar: 4X 32.1% ★, Wargame 13.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Historical 10%, Isometric 8.1%
- #4 Defense of the Oasis
95% matchVery Positive93% of 60 reviews2020
Dev: Mind Control Software
Windows
One part Minesweeper, one part Civilization. With every click of the mouse your empire grows stronger. But will it be strong enough to withstand the barbarian hordes?
Why similar: 4X 29.6% ★, Mythology 21%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Historical 11.2%, Strategy 7.1%
- #5 荒野国度 LEGENDS OF THE WILD
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 圆桌工作室Pub: 瓦弄游戏
Windows
Recruit animal heroes, understand their attributes and create your own team Conquer land with your allies, make rational use of all resources on the continent, and defeat enemies from other faction Step by step, move towards the center of the continent, and finally seize the heart of the world.
Why similar: 4X 44.9% ★, Wargame 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy 13.1%, Magic 9.5%
- #6 三国.群英录
94% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: DRAGONJOY Studios
Windows · Mac
点燃你的战魂,投身乱世掀起惊天风暴!化身铁血诸侯,号令三国名将,统领无敌雄师,在真实还原的三国版图上纵横沙场,血战四方!
Why similar: 4X 28.6% ★, Historical 13.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Alternate History 12.1%, Wargame 11.9%
- #7 Deformity
93% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Andrey Larionenko
Windows
Deformity is a turn-based fantasy strategy about a world dominated by sins.
Why similar: 4X 32.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Wargame 13%, Magic 10.6%, Medieval 8.1%
- #8 Pixel Domain
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Minmaxdog
Windows
Play cards to capture territories. Improve territories to get better cards and make the island your domain.
Why similar: 4X 27.7% ★, Wargame 12.6%, Historical 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.2%, Old School 8.2%
- #9 Grand Strategy: The Three Kingdoms
91% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2026
Dev: Yiming
Windows
Based on the classic history of the Three countries, the 2D grand strategy game integrates deep strategy, resource management, diplomatic game and sand table, presenting a magnificent stage for players in the turbulent world.
Why similar: 4X 40.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.9%, Wargame 15.7%, Strategy 11.7%, Historical 10.2%
- #10 Commander: Modern War
91% matchPositive84% of 38 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the thrill of a modern conflict between two factions, as you outsmart your opponents in an epic game of strategy and cunning. Take command of your ground, air, and naval units and lead them to victory in the most immersive turn-based battle simulation. The battlefield awaits.
Why similar: 4X 39.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Alternate History 14.3%, Strategy 11.5%, Isometric 11.2%
- #11 Warlords I + II
90% matchVery Positive98% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: Strategic Studies GroupPub: SNEG
Windows
Warlords 1 + Warlords II Deluxe is a compilation of two great award-winning games. Both bring different worlds to conquer, mighty armies to conquer, and enemies to vanquish.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.6%, Magic 15.1%, Strategy 14.4%, Old School 12.9%, Top-Down 9.1%
- #12 Kingdom Wars
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Obsidiagon
Windows
A medieval themed turn-based strategy/tactical game where you will build a kingdom, lead armies to the war, fight tactical battles and conquer enemy cities. Choose your main leader character from the 7 different available factions and start building your kingdom.
Why similar: 4X 31.4% ★, Wargame 15.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Alternate History 11.9%, Medieval 6.4%
- #13 三國.爭霸
89% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: 龙吟天下工作室
Windows · Mac
在这款沉浸式三国策略卡牌游戏中,你将化身一方主公,招揽名将、打造无敌军团,体验从乱世枭雄到一统天下的霸业征程!
Why similar: 4X 26.2% ★, Historical 14.8%, Wargame 14.3%, Alternate History 14.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%
- #14 Master of Luna
86% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: Aleksandr Tiupin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master of Luna is a turn-based strategy game where you take the role of a half-forgotten deity seeking to regain their former power. It features powerful magic, tactical battles, city building, sweet pixel art and a calm melancholic atmosphere.
Why similar: 4X 44.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, Magic 11.8%, Strategy 8.4%, Turn-Based Combat 8.3%
- #15 My Empire
88% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Brandon SteckleinPub: Ape Apps
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead your empire to greatness in a turn-based 4X strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 37.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Historical 15.2%, Military 8.1%, Strategy 7.8%
- #16 Samurai Conqueror
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miura Production
Windows
Conquer Japanese History! A “Historical Timeline Strategy” fought on the grand timeline of Japan
Why similar: 4X 31.2% ★, Historical 15.7%, Wargame 12%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.5%, Alternate History 11.4%
- #17 三国画卷
86% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: 三国画卷制作组
Windows
"Three Kingdoms Scroll" is a game that respects authentic historical elements, with careful research into historical details as the foundation of its design. We have strived to make this title a Three Kingdoms-themed strategy game that emphasizes local culture, traditions, and human connections.
Why similar: 4X 40.1% ★, Wargame 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.6%, Strategy 11.1%, Historical 9.8%
- #18 World War: Rome - Free Strategy Game
85% matchMixed70% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Joynow Games
Windows
A turn-based strategy war chess game. You will play a commander in the Roman period, and command the generals and troops to complete the specified mission objectives and occupy important strongholds in the level. Rome, Samnite, Epirus, Carthage. Different choices will open different histories!
Why similar: 4X 34.5% ★, Wargame 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Historical 11.3%, Strategy 6.3%
- #19 The Great Tribes
84% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Ladik Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blending the best of classic and modern 4X strategy! Lead humanity from nomadic tribes to space conquest. Shape the land, mix cultures, and forge your own laws. Face a fair AI system, which learns and explores the world just as you do.
Why similar: 4X 30% ★, Alternate History 14.4%, Historical 12.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Old School 9.1%
- #20 Wargame Construction Set
84% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Strategic SimulationsPub: SNEG
Windows
Ever dreamed of crafting your own wargames, from maps to soldiers? Design simple or complex battles, from man-to-man combat to large-scale campaigns. Build maps, customize units, and choose from historical, modern, fantasy, or sci-fi settings. Play ready-to-go games or unleash your creativity.
Why similar: Wargame 18.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Historical 15.6%, Old School 10%, Military 8.8%
- #21 Magic And Dragons : 4X Battle
83% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: The Team With a TPub: The Developer With a D
Windows
Turn-based strategy game in a world filled with magics, demons and dragons! Build, expand, conquer, form alliances and wage wars.
Why similar: 4X 32.9% ★, Wargame 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Magic 10.5%, Isometric 8.9%
- #22 Simple Sanguo
82% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: clip_on
Windows · Mac
连角色头像都没有,谁会想玩吗?你别说,汉字就是有这样的魔力。有的人,你只要看到了他的姓名,就愿意舍命追随!恰好,刘备就是这样的人!如果你也厌倦了武力、智力的争吵,简易三国志同样是你不该错过的游戏!在《刘备篇》里跟随刘备纵横天下,然后在无尽挑战中验证自己的操作吧!!
Why similar: Alternate History 19%, Historical 18.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.6%, Wargame 16.5%, Strategy 7.9%
- #23 Politon
81% matchVery Positive90% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
Politon: A turn-based strategy game that will push your strategic and management skills to the limit! Expand your territory, strengthen your economy, and outsmart your enemies by planning your strategy carefully.
Why similar: 4X 32% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.2%, Wargame 13.9%, Alternate History 11.5%, Isometric 7.8%
- #24 Dominium Mundi
82% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Dusan Petrovic
Windows · Linux
Dominium Mundi is a lightweight 4X strategy game set in the medieval period where 4 players compete to create the most influential empire. Expand your empire over the map, convert more people to your religion, and control more trade routes.
Why similar: 4X 57.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Historical 11.5%, Strategy 9.3%, Medieval 5.9%
- #25 Napoleon 1813
80% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Empire Interactive EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
In an enormous strategic area stretching from Paris to Breslau, from Hamburg to Vienna, control everything from major strategic territorial decisions to tactical battle manoeuvres.
Why similar: 4X 44% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16%, Strategy 12.3%, Historical 10.3%, Military 7.3%
- #26 Infinite Borders: Three Kingdoms
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NetEase Games
Windows
《万民长歌:三国》是一款单机 · 历史 · 战争策略游戏。在无缝连续、真实还原的3D沙盘地图上,玩家可以自选视角、以自己的意志重演三国。来体验真实的三国策略——真实的沙盘,真实的二十四节气,真实的百姓,真实的战争!
Why similar: 4X 37.7% ★, Historical 16.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, Strategy 7.5%, Wargame 7.3%
- #27 Politon: Prologue
79% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Pinq Games
Windows · Mac
"Politon: Prologue" is the free prologue version of "Politon". This prologue includes a tutorial, game mechanics, and the prologue of the main story inside. Only Single-player modes are available.
Why similar: 4X 33.9% ★, Wargame 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Alternate History 13.5%, Isometric 9.3%
- #28 Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms
79% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Aserisoft
Windows · Mac
Conquest: Medieval Kingdoms is a turn-based 4X grand strategy game, played on a procedurally generated world. Battles are real-time and tactical. Every world-map and battlefield is entirely unique, so this game will always have something to throw at you.
Why similar: 4X 44% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.4%, Wargame 14%, Strategy 11.9%, Medieval 8.6%
- #29 Interstellar Conquest
78% matchMixed47% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take planets and assemble your fleet. The conquest of space is now, navigate through asteroid fields and hide in nebulas to outsmart your opponents. Experience the challenge of ion storms disrupting your ship's sensors and become the ultimate space fleet commander.
Why similar: 4X 36.5% ★, Wargame 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Isometric 11%, Military 7.8%
- #30 Kyivan Rus
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Plawius
Windows · Mac · Linux
A historical turn-based strategy game, where you evolve as a leader, gather armies, research technologies, found cities, build the economy, unite the tribes and expand your lands to strengthen your country! Play in a single-player campaign or skirmish against AI.
Why similar: 4X 35.5% ★, Historical 16.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Isometric 8.7%, Strategy 6.8%
- #31 Commander: World War II
77% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: GoldenGod Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Commander: World War II is a turn-based tactical game where you lead either the Allies or the Axis to victory. Deploy infantry, tanks, planes, and naval units, capture locations, use the terrain, and counter specialized units in intense battles. Design your own maps and dominate the battlefield.
Why similar: 4X 44.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 16.3%, Wargame 14.3%, Strategy 12.4%, Top-Down 5.3%
- #32 Almanach: Of Empires and Sorcery
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Foretold Entertainment
Windows
Almanach is a turn-based 4X strategy game where you take control of an empire in a world that is in a constant cycle of rebirth. Every game represents a new age of the world, and the choices you make will impact the next ones! Can you rise from the ashes of ages past and lead your people to glory?
Why similar: 4X 30.4% ★, Mythology 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Isometric 9.7%, Magic 9.1%
- #33 Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization
77% matchVery Positive87% of 1,513 reviews2008
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game experience in which players will lead a European...
Why similar: 4X 43.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 21.3%, Historical 18.9%, Strategy 15.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #34 SGS Sealion
75% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Strategy Game SudioPub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
Operation Sealion is Germany's code name for the planned invasion of Britain in 1940. It could have happened after a victory of the Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain. Find out in this game how in could have unfolded.
Why similar: Wargame 23.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 22%, Historical 15.8%, Alternate History 14.7%, Strategy 14.5%
- #35 Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,918 reviews2007
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 44.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV®: Beyond the Sword is the second expansion pack for Civilization IV - the 2005 PC Game of the Year that has become a worldwide hit.
Why similar: 4X 45.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 24.5%, Strategy 14.4%, Historical 14.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #36 Fantasy Kommander: Fascination of Evil
73% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: AgeOfGames
Windows
Command the armies of the Adamantia Empire in epic battles! Reclaim lost lands, expand your army, and lead Marcus III to victory in this turn-based strategy RPG set in a fantasy war world.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 19.5%, Wargame 16.4%, Old School 15.1%, Isometric 10.4%, Retro 10.3%
- #37 Ara History Untold: Anniversary Edition
73% matchMixed70% of 2,201 reviews2024
Dev: Oxide GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history.
Why similar: 4X 40.9% ★, Alternate History 19.3%, Historical 15.7%, Strategy 7.6%, Military 7.3%
- #38 Dominions - Priests, Prophets & Pretenders
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Illwinter Game Design
Windows · Linux
In Dominions you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. It all takes place in a fantasy world with monsters, magic items and world altering spells. Dominions is a 4x turn based strategy game with a large variety of spells and units.
Why similar: 4X 59.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 22.9%, Strategy 17.9%
- #39 Guerra Civil
74% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Mehmet Emin Uyar
Windows
You are the Commander of Revolutionaries. Manage your Revolutionaries. Resist the Fascist invasion! Change the history (in a good way)
Why similar: Wargame 17.9%, Historical 17.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, Alternate History 13.4%, Old School 7.6%
- #40 Arcane Sorcery
74% matchMixed63% of 70 reviews2015
Dev: Andrew Rowe
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Arcane Sorcery is a 4x strategy game. You are a sorcerer king. Cast powerful spells from afar from one of 4 spell books. Train units and build your economy. High strategy on a campaign map as well in turn base battles. Challenging AI that does not get buffs in all but the hardest difficulty.
Why similar: 4X 33.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Mythology 11.6%, Isometric 9.7%, Military 6.8%
- #41 Master of Cladia
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Quasar Games FactoryPub: BackGRID Responsive Technologies S.L.
Windows
Master a world of massive turn-based strategy. As an Alchemist, hatch powerful dragons, discover devastating spells, and manage your empire in a persistent world shared by hundreds of players. Will you bring peace through science or rule over the ashes? The throne awaits.
Why similar: 4X 41.2% ★, Wargame 22.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 18.8%, Strategy 10.7%, Turn-Based Combat 5.5%
- #42 Rebel Fury
71% matchPositive92% of 36 reviews2025
Dev: Hexes of WarPub: GMT Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Rebel Fury is a digital implementation of the wargame published by GMT Games and designed by Mark Herman.
Why similar: Wargame 25.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 25.2%, Historical 22.9%, Strategy 17.7%, Turn-Based Combat 7%
- #43 Sid Meier's Civilization® III Complete
72% matchVery Positive89% of 7,586 reviews2006
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete, the latest offering in the Sid Meier's Civilization III franchise, provides gaming fans with Sid Meier's Civilization III, the highly-addictive journey of discovery.
Why similar: 4X 33.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 25%, Historical 15.5%, Strategy 15.1%, Military 4.4%
- #44 Great Battles of Carolus XII
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: 𝕲𝖗𝖆𝖓𝖉𝕸𝖎𝖓𝖎 𝕾𝖙𝖚𝖉𝖎𝖔𝖘 (ᚴᛘᛋ)Pub: 𝕲𝖗𝖆𝖓𝖉𝕸𝖎𝖓𝖎 𝕾𝖙𝖚𝖉𝖎𝖔𝖘 (ᚴᛘᛋ)
Windows
GBOCXII is a simple, hexagon-based strategy game about the Great Northern War. Lead the Swedish army against the powerful enemies of the empire: Denmark, Poland-Saxony and Russia. With the Carolean gå-på spirit, you shall perform great deeds and overcome almost impossible odds!
Why similar: Historical 24%, Alternate History 23.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.9%, Wargame 11.7%, Strategy 8.2%
- #45 SGS Operation Hawaii
71% matchMixed50% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: The Strategy Game StudioPub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
On December 7th, 1941, the Empire of Japan struck a surprise blow against unsuspecting American forces at Pearl Harbor, Hawaï. In the ensuing confusion and panic, the USA feared a Japanese invasion of Oahu island, but it fortunately did not materialize. But what would have happened if it had?
Why similar: Wargame 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Historical 15.5%, Strategy 13.8%, Alternate History 13.3%
- #46 HUMANKIND™
69% matchMixed69% of 28,231 reviews2021
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 33.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Rewrite history by shaping a civilization as unique as you are. Combine 60 cultures from the Ancient Era to the Modern Age to lead your empire to victory. Build thriving cities, outsmart rivals in epic battles, spread your influence and leave your mark on HUMANKIND™.
Why similar: 4X 41.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Historical 17.3%, Strategy 12.9%, Alternate History 5.5%
- #47 Critias Empire
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crystalline Green Ltd.
Windows
Turn-Based 4X-like Strategy: Build the peaceful kingdom of Atlantis into a flourishing civilization. Plan carefully or be ready to adapt as the ancient Gods of Olympus rain down floods, earthquakes, volcanoes and all types of disaster.
Why similar: 4X 37.7% ★, Mythology 17.2%, Historical 14.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.8%, Isometric 6.7%
- #48 Strategic Command: American Civil War
69% matchVery Positive85% of 233 reviews2022
Dev: Fury SoftwarePub: Matrix Games
Windows
For the first time in the series’ history, Strategic Command will be taking you to the 19th century battlefields of the American Civil War. You will control the armies, research, production and diplomatic policy of either the Union or the Confederacy during a time of innovation and dramatic battles.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 27.1%, Wargame 27.1%, Historical 26.6%, Strategy 17.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #49 Defense Legend 5: Survivor TD
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Gcenter GamePub: 130 Game Studio
Windows
Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.
Why similar: 4X 53% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.5%, Strategy 15.8%, Top-Down 9.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #50 Millennia
67% matchMixed67% of 3,746 reviews2024
Dev: C Prompt GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 14.3 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Create your own nation in Millennia, a historical turn-based 4X game that challenges your strategic prowess across 10,000 years of history, from the dawn of humanity to our possible futures.
Why similar: 4X 34% ★, Alternate History 15.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.4%, Historical 14%, Military 6.9%
- #51 Civilization IV®: Warlords
70% matchVery Positive91% of 532 reviews2007
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords is the first expansion pack for the award-winning game that has become an instant world-wide hit. Paying homage to some of history's greatest military leaders, the expansion delivers six unique and interesting scenarios, giving players the chance to change the course of history with the help of their...
Why similar: 4X 49.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Strategy 19%, Historical 10.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #52 Three Kingdoms: Innovatory
68% matchMixed59% of 973 reviews2024
Dev: 瞬息万变工作室Pub: Moment HK
Windows
This is a classic historical simulation + real-time strategy game, where you will go back to the era of the Three Kingdoms and play as various renowned sovereigns.
Why similar: 4X 36.1% ★, Wargame 19.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Historical 13.5%, Strategy 6.5%
- #53 Search for Sol
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Cryptomnesic
Windows · Mac
The children of long-extinct humanity desperately search for the legendary artifact system of Sol. Search for Sol is a sci-fi 4X in the tradition of Reach for the Stars, Master of Orion, and Star Traders. Control Sol for 50 years to ascend to flesh once again.
Why similar: 4X 43.9% ★, Wargame 18.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%, Strategy 8.6%, Turn-Based Combat 5.6%
- #54 Defense X
67% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Hcenter GamePub: 30 Game Studio
Windows
Build a defense strategy to protect the peace.
Why similar: 4X 48.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Strategy 14.7%, Top-Down 8%, Turn-Based Combat 4.7%
- #55 Stars in Shadow
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 816 reviews2017
Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
Why similar: 4X 60.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 20.1%, Strategy 12%, Turn-Based Combat 7.2%
- #56 Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack
66% matchVery Positive91% of 552 reviews2024
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack includes the original Alpha Centauri and the expansion, Alien Crossfire.
Why similar: 4X 69.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Strategy 13%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #57 SGS Operation Downfall
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Strategy Game StudioPub: Avalon Digital
Windows · Mac
Project Manhattan failed! Operation Downfall, the Allied plan for the invasion of the Japanese home islands is set in motion. Start with Operation Olympic to capture Kyushu, and move on with Coronet, the landing near Tokyo. Force Japan surrender with the largest amphibious operation in history.
Why similar: Historical 22.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.9%, Wargame 13.4%, Strategy 12.5%, Military 12.3%
- #58 COPS 2170 The Power of Law
67% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: GFI
Windows
COPS 2170: The Power of Law is a hybrid of RPG and tactical strategy. The central storyline unfolds in the future where the cyberpunk culture and a highly-urban oriented society have populated North America.
Why similar: 4X 37.3% ★, Wargame 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Historical 11.3%, Old School 9.5%