Games Like Tooth and Tail

Take command of mighty Vikings, sly Persians or brutish Demons! Destroy your opponent’s base while defending your own in this action-packed side-scrolling RTS!

Why similar: RTS 33.5%, Strategy 24.3%, Competitive 11.5%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar side-scrolling lane-based RTS structure that is highly accessible and perfect for controller play.

Go back to the awesome glory days of Real-Time Strategy games. Crush Your Enemies has everything you love of the genre: Planning, choosing different types of units, managing resources, taking enemy territory and outwitting your opponent with the ingenious formations of your men.

Why similar: RTS 55.6%, Strategy 25.8%, Action 6.6%, Indie 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, fast-paced RTS that strips away complexity to focus on quick, brutal tactical decisions.

{{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 65.5%, Strategy 15.3%, Multiplayer 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 5%, Indie 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A lightweight, indie-developed RTS that captures the classic feel of base-building and unit management without the bloat.

In Mushroom Wars 2, enemy tribes of feisty mushroom creatures face off in short but fierce RTS battles. Step into the shoes of a fearless Mushroom Commander, choose a hero to lead your army, and take control of the battlefield in a variety of multiplayer modes or challenging story campaign.

Why similar: RTS 52.6%, Strategy 24.2%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Action 3.9%, Indie 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly streamlined, lane-based RTS experience that emphasizes rapid unit production and map control.

In this fast-paced multiplayer RTS, you and your friends will take control of your own tiny kingdoms and conquer a world made of circles. Each one is overflowing with enemies to fight, monsters to hunt and loot to hoard – but watch out... Friends can quickly become rivals!

Why similar: RTS 41.3%, Competitive 22.8%, Strategy 15%, Multiplayer 14.7%, Action 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a chaotic, fast-paced RTS experience with a unique circular map design that feels fresh and accessible.

Cannon Brawl is action RTS and artillery hybrid. Pilot an airship, command powerful weapon emplacements and use the destructible terrain to out think and destroy your enemy! It's a new take on artillery strategy!

Why similar: RTS 45.2%, Multiplayer 16.3%, Strategy 14.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.2%, Indie 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-strategy game that focuses on artillery combat and territory control in a way that feels very similar to Tooth and Tail's skirmishes.

Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!

Why similar: Strategy 32%, Pixel Graphics 21.6%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Local Co-Op 11%, Local Multiplayer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: While turn-based, it shares the pixel-art charm and tactical unit-counter system that makes Tooth and Tail so engaging.

Northgard: Definitive Edition is a critically acclaimed real-time strategy game based on Norse mythology. Lead your clan, uncover the secrets of a mysterious newfound continent and defeat your enemies to conquer the Throne!

Why similar: RTS 66%, Strategy 21.6%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Co-op 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, streamlined RTS that balances base management and combat with excellent controller support.

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

Why similar: RTS 61.3%, Strategy 16.8%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Competitive 8.1%, Action 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: An RTS built with console-friendly controls in mind, featuring deep tactical combat and a unique diesel-punk aesthetic.

An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!

Why similar: RTS 60.7%, Strategy 18.6%, Multiplayer 17%, Co-op 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines lane-based RTS mechanics with deck-building for a fast, competitive experience that mirrors the intensity of Tooth and Tail.

Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.

Why similar: RTS 54.6%, Strategy 27.6%, Indie 6.2%, Multiplayer 6.1%, Casual 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: The original title that introduced the unique circular map RTS concept, focusing on quick expansion and conquest.

Diplomacy is Not an Option is a strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. Build your town and defenses, raise huge armies and fight against massive hordes of enemies. How long can you survive?

Why similar: RTS 67.1%, Strategy 20.2%, Isometric 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on base defense and large-scale unit management against overwhelming odds, capturing the frantic energy of a revolution.

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 58.2%, Strategy 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Competitive 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A more traditional RTS that simplifies base-building mechanics to allow for a greater focus on unit positioning and tactical movement.

8-Bit Armies is a retro Real-Time Strategy game. With a colorful, blocky voxel art style, 8-Bit Armies is Petroglyph's most fast-paced, friendly, and accessible RTS game to date. Featuring a campaign of 25 single-player missions, 12 co-op missions, multiplayer and skirmish modes.

Why similar: RTS 47.5%, Strategy 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Multiplayer 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, classic-style RTS that is easy to pick up and play for quick matches.

S.W.I.N.E. HD Remaster is the new edition of the challenging classic strategy game S.W.I.N.E! The filthiest of all wars between the Rabbit and the Pig armies is a sophisticated real-time strategy with completely revised textures, detailed unit models, a 16:9 adapted interface.

Why similar: RTS 59.2%, Strategy 26.1%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 3.8%, Animals 1.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: A classic, humorous RTS that focuses on tactical maneuvering and unit abilities rather than complex base management.

Choose between different factions, with their own set of expendable soldiers, mechas, and weapons. Protect your brain, mine gold, and destroy the enemy cortex in his bunker complex!

Why similar: Strategy 76.2%, RTS 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%, Local Co-Op 3.2%, Indie 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based 2D strategy game that features chaotic, destructible environments and intense unit combat.

Trouble stirs on the shores of Aurania. An ambitious new faction has unearthed forbidden relics capable of catastrophic consequences. But how far will they go to achieve glory? Take to the battlefield, sea, and sky with a cast of new Commanders, using your wits to wage turn-based war!

Why similar: Strategy 23.2%, Multiplayer 21.1%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Refines the tactical, pixel-art strategy gameplay of its predecessor with new mechanics and deeper unit variety.

Ancestors Legacy is a squad-based real time strategy with a strong focus on tactics. Inspired by medieval European history, it brings to life four different nations and their conflicts, usually solved by war.

Why similar: RTS 54.7%, Strategy 25.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Multiplayer 7.2%, Action 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A squad-based RTS that emphasizes tactical positioning and environmental awareness over traditional base building.

The Absolute Evil and its trusted *cough* servant, the Dark Elf Thalya, return in Dungeons 4 after the events of its fabulous predecessor to bring about their triumph over the forces of good once more.

Why similar: RTS 61%, Strategy 19.5%, Multiplayer 15.7%, Co-op 2.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: Blends base-building and RTS combat with a humorous tone that matches the quirky nature of the seed game.

Battlepillars is a real-time tug-of-war strategy game in which you command caterpillars armed to the teeth with flamethrowers, sticky honey, mines, machine guns, and more!

Why similar: Strategy 73.2%, Action 10.3%, Indie 9.2%, Casual 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A simple, lane-based RTS that focuses on unit composition and timing to overwhelm the enemy base.

8-Bit Invaders! is a fast-paced, retro Real-Time Strategy game for the PC. Control the military might of the Galactic Marine Corps or Invade with the devastating power of the Cranioids! Mine, Build, and Fight your way to victory! Conquering the Multiverse was never so easy.

Why similar: RTS 42.7%, Strategy 17.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Maintains the simple, fast-paced RTS mechanics of the 8-Bit series with a fun sci-fi theme.

In this fast-paced, turn-based, co-op adventure you'll quest and explore, find awesome loot, customize your fighters, and recruit strange species! Come master your destiny in this strategic game of positioning.

Why similar: Strategy 31.6%, Multiplayer 22.8%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, 2D 7.8%, Indie 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the quirky, hand-drawn aesthetic and strategic depth, even though it utilizes a turn-based combat system.

From the team that brought you 8-Bit Armies comes a new fantasy RTS as fast-paced and friendly as the original! 8-BIT HORDES is a colorful strategy-arcade game that is easy to learn for players of all skill levels. Collect resources, build up and defend your base, amass your army of orcs or humans and ultimately crush your opponents!

Why similar: RTS 53.6%, Strategy 27.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Multiplayer 7.4%, Indie 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a fantasy-themed, accessible RTS experience that is perfect for those who enjoy the simplicity of Tooth and Tail.

At last, the Dungeon Lord has successfully united the forces of evil and established his dark empire. Time for the next step in his most diabolical quest: expansion!

Why similar: RTS 56.7%, Strategy 21%, Multiplayer 14%, Isometric 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar mix of dungeon management and real-time surface combat with a strong emphasis on personality.

Embark on a journey of brotherhood and redemption in The Valiant, a squad-based RTS set in 13th Century Europe and the Middle East. Command and level-up your medieval knights as you fight through an epic SP campaign, then take your skills online in both cooperative and competitive MP modes.

Why similar: RTS 53.4%, Strategy 19%, Competitive 13.3%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Isometric 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on small-scale, hero-led squad combat that feels like a more grounded, tactical version of RTS skirmishes.

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 67.5%, Strategy 26.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%, Action 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that focuses on managing infantry units against massive swarms, mirroring the scale of Tooth and Tail's battles.

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 69.6%, Strategy 19.9%, Multiplayer 4.6%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%, Isometric 2%

Mushroom Wars is a dynamic real-time strategy game, where smart strategy meets furious action in epic PvP and PvE battles.

Why similar: RTS 53.3%, Strategy 20.7%, Multiplayer 13%, Action 5.1%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: The original title that established the fast-paced, lane-based RTS formula for the series.

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 68.2%, Strategy 20.6%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Allows for deep unit customization, giving players control over their army's composition in a fast-paced RTS environment.

Unleash voxel warfare in 9-Bit Armies: A Bit Too Far. Lead a modern military, build bases, unlock units, and attack in all-out war. Engage on land, sea and air in over two dozen missions, online skirmishes, or co-op. Easy to learn, a challenge to master.

Why similar: RTS 65.5%, Strategy 18.5%, Isometric 11.1%, Action 4.8%

An exciting free-to-play Real Time Strategy game set in medieval times. Uniquely designed factions, customization options, singleplayer and multiplayer gameplay. Gather resources, raise an army and lead your civilization to victory in a classic RTS, brought to the modern age.

Why similar: RTS 59.4%, Strategy 22.4%, Multiplayer 10.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, Co-op 1%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time strategy game that focuses on quick matches and distinct civilization abilities.

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 62.4%, Strategy 21.7%, Multiplayer 7.7%, Action 4.4%, Indie 2.1%

CIRCLE EMPIRES returns! Expand your empire, circle by circle, in this fast-paced follow-up to the hit RTS. Gather resources, build armies, and defeat bosses (or your friends) in a world that changes with every game. With unique units and biomes, it's an addictive battle of wits and tactics.

Why similar: RTS 51.8%, Competitive 25.6%, Strategy 14.5%, Action 3.5%, Casual 2.8%

Become a fox and work together with your pack to hunt down a variety of different animals in the overgrown ruins of an ancient civilization. Unlock new skills and watch the seasons change around you in this small pixel game.

Why similar: Strategy 38.7%, Pixel Graphics 22.1%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Casual 8.1%, 2D 6.7%

The ultimate stealth battle adventure where everyone’s invisible! Risk versus reward guides your journey through the full-length single player campaign and local/online multiplayer. Vigilance is key as environmental tells such as footprints and other disturbances will point out careless cadets.

Why similar: Strategy 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 15%, Multiplayer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Competitive 10.7%

Build bases, lead an army of robots, and squash brains in this radical hybrid between RTS and third-person shooter. Join a duo of quirky heroes on a mission to save Earth, smash an evil alien corporation, and complete their comic book collection.

Why similar: RTS 41%, Split Screen 12.7% ★, Strategy 12.6%, Multiplayer 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%

Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.

Why similar: Strategy 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Split Screen 7.5% ★, Action 7%

Claws & Chaos is an auto-chess-style battler featuring quirky creatures in dire circumstances. Build your team and hone your skills while battling across both story and PvP modes. Will you earn your place on the Ark?

Why similar: Strategy 31.8%, Multiplayer 25.9%, Isometric 18.8%, Action 7.6%, 2D 7.2%

Welcome to the coziest way to kill your friends. Super Animal Royale is a 64-player, top-down 2D battle royale where adorably murderous animals fight tooth, claw, and machine gun. Then, relax in Super Animal World with fishing, hamsterball races, and story quests before the next fight to the death.

Why similar: Multiplayer 40.3%, Animals 24% ★, Action 10.1%, Indie 9.2%, 2D 8.7%

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 62%, Strategy 21.2%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Indie 3.5%, Co-op 1%

War Mongrels is an isometric real-time tactics game that takes place on the eastern front of World War II. Dynamic and tactical gameplay with stealth elements, tightly packed into a dark, fascinating story! Play on your own or in online co-op (PC).

Why similar: RTS 63.7%, Strategy 20.3%, Isometric 12%, Co-op 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Unique fusion of a top-down shooter and tower defense strategy. You are the invader! Use destructive weapons or lead your enemies into a maze of towers. Strategize in the build mode by carefully selecting various types of alien towers or throw yourself right into the heat of the battle.

Why similar: Strategy 39.5%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Isometric 16.7%, Action 9.8%, Indie 8.6%

Castle Chaos is a fast paced multiplayer game for up to 4 players inspired by the old classic game "Rampart". Build castles with tetris-like shapes and shoot cannons to destroy your opponents' castles. Available for PC, Mac and Linux.

Why similar: RTS 32.7%, Strategy 15.3%, Multiplayer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Local Co-Op 6.9%

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: RTS 47%, Strategy 30%, Multiplayer 15.2%, Indie 7.8%

Warpips is the ultimate quick to learn but amazingly deep tug-of-war strategy game. Deploy the right composition of soldiers, tanks, helicopters and planes in this tight, streamlined strategy-focused war game. Compose the best army, research the right tech; overwhelm your enemy!

Why similar: RTS 62.4%, Strategy 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Indie 3.2%, Action 2.5%

A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.

Why similar: Strategy 26.4%, Multiplayer 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 21.8%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Procedural Generation 7.9%

The zombie apocalypse is upon us and it's up to you to evacuate everyone before they fall prey to the undead. Conduct massive rescue operations with a helping hand from snipers, artillery crews, orbital bombardments, and more.

Why similar: RTS 44.7%, Strategy 13.5%, Multiplayer 9.6%, Local Co-Op 7%, Local Multiplayer 6.2%

Tabletop Tavern is a roguelike RTS where you build an army from scratch and command them across a brutal campaign. Recruit diverse units, create devastating synergies, and make tactical choices that shape the fate of every run.

Why similar: RTS 67.3%, Strategy 21.3%, Isometric 10.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Real-time natural selection! Who will survive, a bear with a cheese or a shark with a shotgun? King of the Couch: Zoovival is the latest evolution of the platform battle arena game genre! Fight as an animal, with a wide assortment of weapons, on multiple unique battle arenas in King of the Couch: Zoovival.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 22.4%, Multiplayer 21.3%, Local Multiplayer 12.6%, Action 12.2%, Indie 11.6%

Gather resources, build your base, and lead your people to victory in this captivating reimagining of classic RTS, set in the Bronze Age. Secure fertile land, fend off raids, and stockpile food to generate knowledge and unlock powerful village advancements.

Why similar: RTS 48.2%, Strategy 15.6%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Isometric 7.9%

Discover one of the hardest tower defense games with strategic elements, individual gameplay and challenging mechanics. Play together with your friends in co-op mode, create a team and compete with other players in the online ranking.

Why similar: RTS 57.8%, Strategy 23.2%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Indie 5.3%, 2D 4.4%

This is an intense strategy board game in a steampunk world of corrupt capitalist gremlins who compete for money, political power and prestige. Save and invest, steal and extort, arrest and get arrested – in single-player and multiplayer, with ranks and ladders, team mode and spectator mode.

Why similar: Competitive 31.9%, Strategy 21.6%, Great Soundtrack 21.5%, Multiplayer 19.5%, 2D 3.9%

Multiwinia is a fast-paced, retro-inspired RTS that blends arcade action with strategic depth. Command armies of Multiwinians in multiplayer battles across vibrant, nostalgic environments. With simple controls and dynamic gameplay, it offers endless fun and challenge for players of all skill levels.

Why similar: RTS 51.7%, Strategy 15.3%, Multiplayer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 3.9%

AoG is a real-time strategy game (RTS) with simplified mechanics and cute visuals, but VERY challenging at times. Lead your goblin tribe into what they do best: expand, conquer, and exterminate each other. Any resemblance to humans is purely coincidental.

Why similar: RTS 71.2%, Strategy 20.1%, Indie 2.7%, 2D 2.5%, Casual 2.3%

A dynamic beast-rolling turn-based online arena puzzle brawler on physics.

Why similar: Multiplayer 60.2%, 2D 13.7%, Casual 12.5%, Co-op 8.8%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Bouboum is a multiplayer bomber-hamster strategy game! Engage against other hamsters and various animals in explosive battles. Clear your way and your enemies in maze-like levels and be the last one to stay alive!

Why similar: Multiplayer 28.7%, Strategy 26.4%, Pixel Graphics 21.2%, Procedural Generation 7.3%, Action 6.7%

Eyes of War is a real-time strategy game set in the medieval era, offering both single-player and multiplayer experiences where you can control every unit in character mode. Build your castle, lead your army, and dominate the map. Eyes of War invites you to epic battles of the medieval era!

Why similar: RTS 60.1%, Strategy 20%, Isometric 9.4%, Procedural Generation 4.8%, Action 2.7%

Might makes right in the wild wood! The award-winning board game of asymmetrical woodland warfare comes to cross-platform digital play! Combine subtle strategy and bold daring to guide your forest faction to victory!

Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, Multiplayer 36.5%, Indie 10.4%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Become a master strategist in this physics-based Real-Time Tactics game! Command minifig-inspired armies and customize strategies with hand-drawn formations. Conquer unique campaigns for all five armies and unleash massive battles in both single-player and multiplayer modes. Victory awaits!

Why similar: RTS 55.9%, Strategy 20.2%, Multiplayer 16.8%, Action 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%