Games Like Total Annihilation

The last days of man are at hand.. Two years after the Infinite War the once great warring nations now lie in ruins, and humanity’s hope for a brighter future is nothing but a bitter memory. A new, seemingly unstoppable enemy, supported by the zealots of The Order, now seeks to eradicate mankind: UEF, Aeon Loyalist, and Cybran alike.

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

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same lead designer as Total Annihilation, it perfectly evolves the scale and strategic depth of the original.

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 52.2%, Strategy 13.7%, Robots 11.8%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Multiplayer 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct spiritual successor to Total Annihilation, featuring planet-spanning combat and massive unit variety.

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 52%, Strategy 17.8%, Classic 9.7% ★, Sci-fi 8.3%, Multiplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: The original successor that brought the massive-scale RTS vision into the modern era with incredible zoom and unit count.

Includes 47 Steam achievements, leaderboards, and stats!

Why similar: RTS 49.5%, Strategy 18%, Robots 8.1%, Sci-fi 7.2%, Classic 5.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: A more streamlined take on the series that maintains the sci-fi mech-focused combat of the original.

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 60%, Strategy 19.5%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Robots 6.3%, Sci-fi 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play engine-based successor that stays incredibly faithful to the core gameplay loop and physics of Total Annihilation.

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 38.1%, Classic 29.2% ★, Strategy 12%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Multiplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic RTS experience that shares the same foundational DNA and base-building focus as Total Annihilation.

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 42.5%, Classic 24.8% ★, Strategy 12.7%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential RTS experience that balances fast-paced combat with iconic base-building mechanics.

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 35.5%, Classic 31.5% ★, Strategy 10.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Sci-fi 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeply atmospheric and tactical sci-fi experience that mirrors the grand scope and narrative weight of the genre.

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 51.9%, Strategy 13.2%, Robots 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Base Building 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the massive scale of warfare, allowing for thousands of units on screen simultaneously just like the classic TA experience.

Metal Fatigue is a real-time strategy game taking the genre to new heights - literally. Build and customize your massive Combots to dominate the three battlefield levels simultaneously - from orbit, to the surface, and even underground!

Why similar: RTS 35.4%, Classic 34.7% ★, Strategy 21.4%, Robots 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cult classic that emphasizes mech customization and high-intensity combat in a sci-fi setting.

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 36.5%, Classic 31.6% ★, Strategy 19.4%, Base Building 4.2%, Multiplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a deep tech-tree and modular unit design that rewards the same strategic planning found in classic RTS titles.

Be the Ultimate Modern Warfare General

Why similar: RTS 46.4%, Strategy 25.8%, Classic 11.5% ★, Multiplayer 10.7%, Base Building 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a more modern, fast-paced take on the classic RTS formula with diverse faction capabilities.

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 51.9%, Strategy 14.7%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Base Building 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time strategy with grand-scale space combat, capturing the epic feel of a galaxy-wide conflict.

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 50.5%, Strategy 15%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Sci-fi 9%, Robots 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern sci-fi RTS that emphasizes distinct faction mechanics and large-scale base defense.

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 53.9%, Strategy 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Multiplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Brings the tactical depth of the Homeworld series to a ground-based setting with a heavy focus on terrain and positioning.

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 70.6%, Strategy 19%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%, Multiplayer 3.2%, Base Building 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern homage to the golden age of RTS games, featuring classic base-building and resource gathering.

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 46.1%, Classic 24.9% ★, Strategy 23.9%, Sci-fi 5%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique terrain manipulation mechanics and a distinct sci-fi atmosphere that challenges traditional RTS conventions.

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 46.1%, Strategy 15.2%, Classic 13.4% ★, Multiplayer 7.7%, Sci-fi 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A high-fidelity RTS that captures the classic base-building and unit-production feel of the late 90s era.

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 50.9%, Strategy 15.5%, Classic 10.3% ★, Sci-fi 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished, accessible sci-fi RTS that excels at large-scale unit management.

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: RTS 46.4%, Strategy 45.3%, Sci-fi 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical squad-based combat with a heavy emphasis on unit positioning and terrain advantage.

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 44.9%, Strategy 17%, Classic 16.5% ★, Sci-fi 8%, Great Soundtrack 6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines large-scale space battles with ground-based RTS combat in a familiar sci-fi universe.

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

Why similar: RTS 63.7%, Strategy 16.5%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Base Building 5.7%, Sci-fi 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on mech-based warfare with a tactical emphasis that feels like a grounded evolution of classic RTS combat.

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 43%, Classic 26.4% ★, Strategy 15.1%, Multiplayer 5.2%, Sci-fi 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Utilizes a classic RTS engine to deliver large-scale battles in a beloved sci-fi setting.

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 49.3%, Strategy 26.2%, Classic 18.8% ★, Sci-fi 2.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%

One of the greatest sci-fi strategy games of all time returns with remastered visuals, online multiplayer and near unlimited mod content from Steam Workshop. Experience thrilling first person action and acclaimed RTS in this explosive alternate vision of the 1960s space race.

Why similar: Classic 38.8% ★, RTS 30.2%, Strategy 12.4%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Multiplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: Blends first-person vehicle combat with RTS elements, providing a unique perspective on sci-fi warfare.

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 42.5%, Classic 31.1% ★, Strategy 13.3%, Multiplayer 5%, Sci-fi 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Allows for deep unit customization by combining different animal DNA, mirroring the experimental spirit of TA's unit design.

The legendary RTS game which started it all. Will you side with the humanistic GDI or bring the world to its knees with Kane and the Brotherhood of Nod. Your adversaries are without mercy. And so are you.

Why similar: RTS 53.9%, Strategy 23.8%, Classic 19.4% ★, Singleplayer 1.7%, Action 1.1%

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 49.8%, RTS 43.4%, Sci-fi 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical RTS that pioneered the removal of base building in favor of pure, intense unit-based combat.

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 54.5%, Strategy 26.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Base Building 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, accessible RTS that strips the genre down to its core mechanics for pure, chaotic fun.

Tempelhof, Berlin, dawn of 8th April 1949.A major armed conflict is brewing between the Western powers and the Soviet bloc. The Red Army has been growing ever stronger since the end of World War II. With the growth of their army the Soviets realize that they hold the advantage, and are only waiting for the right moment to attack.

Why similar: RTS 47.8%, Classic 20.6% ★, Strategy 17%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Multiplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that focuses on unit preservation and careful maneuvering in a realistic war setting.

Ambitious megacorporations monopolize the conquest of space and the colonization of the solar system. At the very edge of the solar system, the companies make a discovery that will shift the technological advantage and upset the balance. And so a new conflict is born: "The Jupiter Incident."

Why similar: RTS 37%, Classic 24.7% ★, Strategy 20.4%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Multiplayer 3%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical space RTS that prioritizes ship-to-ship combat and strategic positioning over base construction.

It is a time of great upheaval. The first Death Star has been destroyed, marking a major victory for the Rebellion. But the Empire remains strong. As commander, you must choose to take control of either the Rebel Alliance or the Galactic Empire. Your goal: complete domination of the galaxy.

Why similar: Classic 38.9% ★, RTS 26%, Strategy 24.7%, Sci-fi 7%, 1990's 2.5%

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 62.7%, Strategy 22.8%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%

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 46%, Strategy 15.2%, Classic 13.3% ★, Multiplayer 8.1%, Base Building 5%

An epic struggle for control!

Why similar: RTS 53.7%, Strategy 37.2%, Sci-fi 9.1%

Welcome to Hell, soldier, and mind the radioactive dust. Join one of two groups battling tooth, claw, tentacle, and any other appendage for survival in this post-nuclear real-time strategy game.

Why similar: RTS 35.9%, Strategy 29.4%, Classic 24% ★, Sci-fi 7.4%, Retro 3.3%

"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 38.1%, Strategy 34.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Classic 8.2% ★, Sci-fi 6.2%

You are in control of X-COM: an organization formed by the world's governments to fight the ever-increasing alien menace.

Why similar: Classic 68.8% ★, Strategy 17%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Base Building 1.6%, 1990's 1.3%

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

Why similar: Classic 36.6% ★, RTS 36%, Strategy 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%, Multiplayer 3.6%

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 50.4%, Strategy 12.7%, Classic 12.3% ★, Multiplayer 10%, Nostalgia 7.3% ★

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 54.5%, Strategy 17.8%, Robots 10.1%, Sci-fi 6.8%, Multiplayer 4.7%

Submarine Titans is a real-time strategy video game that takes place in the year 2115 after a comet has struck Earth, driving two human factions, the militant White Sharks and the scientific Black Octopi, to establish underwater bases and fight for dominance over the oceans.

Why similar: Strategy 33.7%, Classic 29.6% ★, RTS 27.7%, Sci-fi 5%, Retro 2.4%

Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

Why similar: Classic 54.3% ★, Strategy 30.8%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Multiplayer 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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 59.5%, Strategy 17%, Classic 12.2% ★, Multiplayer 6.1%, Base Building 4.1%

A return to the roots of real-time strategy, providing beautiful 2D visuals combined with all the features that we came to expect from old school classics. This remastered version is a culmination of all the improvements and new features based upon suggestions from the community.

Why similar: RTS 45.9%, Strategy 13.8%, Robots 12.2%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Base Building 5.3%

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 47.3%, Strategy 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Sci-fi 6.5%

Age of Empires, the pivotal real-time strategy game that launched a 20-year legacy returns with modernized gameplay, all-new 4K visuals, 8-person multiplayer battles and a host of other new features. Welcome back to history.

Why similar: RTS 38.7%, Classic 28.6% ★, Strategy 17.3%, Multiplayer 5.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

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 54.3%, Strategy 18.8%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Multiplayer 8.4%, Base Building 3.3%

Colonize newly-discovered planets, control the resources found there, and defend your colony against other rival factions in real-time or turn-based action.

Why similar: Classic 36.4% ★, Strategy 29.7%, RTS 23.3%, Sci-fi 8%, Top-Down 1.8%

Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

Why similar: Classic 55.3% ★, Strategy 35.1%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%

All of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War in one glorious package. Play the genre-defining classic real time strategy game in all its blood-soaked glory, including four complete campaigns and nine full-fledged factions.

Why similar: RTS 50.1%, Strategy 16.9%, Classic 14.8% ★, Sci-fi 6.2%, Multiplayer 4.7%

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 58.6%, Strategy 24.1%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Base Building 3.7%, Multiplayer 3.4%

Army Men RTS brings you back to the days of staging battles with tiny plastic soldiers in your backyard...except these green soldiers carry out your every command!

Why similar: RTS 47%, Classic 28.8% ★, Strategy 15%, Multiplayer 6.9%, Base Building 1.5%

In 2032 an Earth that knows only peace is forced to relearn the art of war. Twenty years have passed since the population of Earth did a fine job of destroying nearly everything in one final struggle for power by the politicians and military leaders.

Why similar: Strategy 54%, Classic 34.9% ★, Sci-fi 9.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%, Action 0.6%

March into the real-time strategy legend, Blitzkrieg, and prepare for war. This legendary WWII RTS blends unprecedented realism and accuracy to form immersive 3D backgrounds and a game where brute force often takes a back seat to strategy and wits.

Why similar: RTS 38%, Classic 29.5% ★, Strategy 21.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Multiplayer 2.5%

Age of Mythology is back! Choose your god and take to the battlefield in this classic, upgraded with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features.

Why similar: RTS 35%, Classic 34.9% ★, Strategy 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Multiplayer 4.2%

Assemble your fleets, fill your silos with nuclear warheads, conduct research, gather resources, and wage war in a vast galaxy in this unique take on 4X Strategy. Appoint Colony Supervisors to manage your colony and deploy Spy Satellites for the ultimate in skulduggery.

Why similar: Classic 57.9% ★, Strategy 35.9%, Retro 6.1%

Creeper World 3 is what happens when cellular automata takes over a strategy simulation. Instead of discrete units that attack your base, a fluid-like substance spreads over the terraformable terrain. Your base, your weapons, your strategy... you must adapt them all.

Why similar: RTS 52.6%, Strategy 29.5%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Base Building 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%

An American geological expedition, under a UN mandate, assesses the natural resources in a distant part of Siberia, deep in the trackless steppes of Eastern Russia. But instead of oil, they discover a deposit of a hitherto unknown mineral.

Why similar: RTS 55.7%, Strategy 17.5%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%