Games Like UFO: Aftermath

Xenonauts is a strategy game in which you control a multi-national military organisation defending a Cold War-era Earth from alien invasion, using small squads of persistent soldiers to eliminate the extraterrestrials and recover their technology in turn-based ground combat.

Why similar: Strategy 29.4%, Aliens 28.4%, Tactical 27.2%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the closest spiritual successor to the original X-COM formula, offering deep tactical combat and global base management.

UFO: Aftershock is a combination of tactical squad combat and global strategy that enhances and expands upon its prequel, UFO: Aftermath.

Why similar: Strategy 44.8%, Real-Time with Pause 16% ★, Aliens 14.1%, Tactical 12.1%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel to the seed game, it retains the core real-time-with-pause mechanics while expanding on the strategic layer.

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Why similar: Tactical 30.8%, Strategy 29.9%, Aliens 24%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive modern tactical experience that refines the alien-defense loop with high-production value and squad customization.

The story is situated on Mars. It starts where UFO: Aftermath left off and runs simultaneously with UFO: Aftershock. While the Laputans on Earth are fighting Wargots and Starghosts and finding out what caused the destruction of their home planet, a small colony on Mars is trying to survive and flourish.

Why similar: Strategy 32.6%, Real-Time with Pause 29.5% ★, Tactical 16.7%, Aliens 12.5%, Sci-fi 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title completes the trilogy with similar tactical gameplay, focusing on colony management on Mars.

Drop into the gripping journey of Aliens: Dark Descent, a squad-based, single-player action game in the iconic Alien franchise. Lead your soldiers in real-time to stop a new and terrifying kind of Xenomorph outbreak on Planet Lethe.

Why similar: Strategy 34.4%, Tactical 28.8%, Aliens 18.1%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Space 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the terrifying atmosphere of fighting aliens in real-time with a squad-based tactical focus.

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

Why similar: Strategy 40%, Aliens 25.2%, Tactical 21.3%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: The foundational classic that established the genre conventions found in the seed game.

There's something evil in the city tonight... Earth has been ravaged by human excess, petty conflict and alien invasion. The world's population has been herded into huge cities, the first of which was Mega Primus. 2084: A Utopia shattered, social collapse and civil unrest reigns in Mega Primus. Fiendish aliens terrorize the city.

Why similar: Strategy 30.9%, Real-Time with Pause 25.2% ★, Tactical 17.7%, Aliens 17%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a complex urban tactical environment with a mix of real-time and turn-based combat options.

Silent Storm from leading Russian developer Nival is a true 3D tactical turn-based Role-Playing-Game set against the backdrop of WWII. As the conflict rages on the frontlines, you’ll be leading a small multinational squad behind enemy lines to gather information and wreak havoc on your enemies while trying to thwart a mysterious new...

Why similar: Strategy 53.6%, Tactical 39.3%, Sci-fi 5.3%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic isometric tactical game that features highly destructible environments and deep squad-based combat.

The country of Grand Chien is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and the paramilitary force known as “the Legion” seizes control. Hire mercs, meet interesting characters, and fight in tactically deep turn-based combat in this true successor to a beloved franchise.

Why similar: Strategy 54.8%, Tactical 42.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: While set in a different theme, it offers the same deep squad management and tactical combat on a global map.

XCOM: Chimera Squad delivers an all-new story and turn-based tactical combat experience in the XCOM universe.

Why similar: Strategy 52.4%, Aliens 25.4%, Tactical 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A focused tactical experience that emphasizes unique character abilities and breach-and-clear mechanics.

The war continues... X-COM: UFO Defense brought you to a galactic battlefield. X-COM: Terror from the Deep brings the alien terror into a totally new dimension.Seeking to take advantage of a weakened Earth, X-COM's deep space foes unexpectedly change strategy and launch a powerful second front against planet Earth.

Why similar: Strategy 41.3%, Aliens 23.3%, Tactical 22%, Sci-fi 12%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging classic that brings the alien invasion threat to an underwater setting with high tactical difficulty.

Lead humanity’s greatest weapon, the Grey Knights, in this fast-paced turn-based tactical RPG. Root out and purge a galaxy-spanning plague in a cinematic, story-driven campaign, using the tactics and talents of your own personalised squad of Daemonhunters.

Why similar: Tactical 45%, Strategy 41.8%, Sci-fi 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features intense squad-based tactical combat with deep character progression and strategic base management.

Star wolves is a 3D space RPG with deep strategy and tactical elements. The game thrusts players into a world of freelance space hunters in the XXI-XXII century A.D. during a time of political crisis for the all-powerful Empire and the three mega-corporations that control all the known worlds.

Why similar: Strategy 63.4%, Space 26.5%, Sci-fi 10%

Why You'll Like It: Features real-time-with-pause space combat with RPG elements that mirror the tactical feel of the seed game.

Shock Tactics is a single player turn-based sci-fi strategy game with tactical combat, exploration, squad management and base building.

Why similar: Strategy 100%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical squad combat with exploration and base building on an alien planet.

Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.

Why similar: Strategy 69%, Space 15.2%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: A deep 4X strategy game that allows for extensive customization of ships and tactical combat scenarios.

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: Strategy 82.7%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Space 7%

Why You'll Like It: A unique sci-fi strategy game that focuses on terrain manipulation and base defense.

The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.

Why similar: Strategy 61.9%, Tactical 34.4%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep tactical experience with base management and a global strategy layer, albeit with a Cold War espionage theme.

Hard West 2 is a journey to the heart of darkness in the American West. Take control of a supernatural posse and catch the mysterious Ghost Train. Outsmart, outcheat and outgun your enemies in this turn-based tactics game set in a Wild West world where nothing is as it seems.

Why similar: Strategy 51.3%, Tactical 45.2%, Singleplayer 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features highly tactical turn-based combat with a focus on aggressive squad abilities and positioning.

Gears Tactics is the fast-paced, turn-based strategy game from one of the most-acclaimed video game franchises – Gears of War. Outnumbered and fighting for survival, recruit and command your squad to hunt down an evil mastermind who makes monsters.

Why similar: Strategy 72.8%, Tactical 22.1%, Sci-fi 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced tactical game that emphasizes aggressive movement and squad synergy in a sci-fi universe.

Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.

Why similar: Strategy 70.8%, Sci-fi 19.3%, Space 7.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that emphasizes exploration and tactical combat on a hostile alien world.

Galaxy squad is a hardcore turn-based tactical roguelike, inspired by FTL and XCOM.

Why similar: Strategy 42.3%, Tactical 21.8%, Aliens 13.1%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that focuses on squad-level combat against alien threats.

A tactical game combining the turn-based combat of XCOM with story, exploration, stealth, and strategy. Take control of a team of Mutants navigating a post-human Earth. Created by a team including former HITMAN leads and the designer of PAYDAY.

Why similar: Strategy 62%, Tactical 35.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends stealth, exploration, and tactical squad combat in a post-apocalyptic sci-fi setting.

They're back...only this time the heinous aliens are out to destroy Earth and rule the new frontier. As X-COM commander, it's your sole duty to protect humanity and the prized mining operations in outer space.

Why similar: Strategy 66.9%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Space 13.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space combat simulation set in the X-COM universe that focuses on the aerial interception aspect of the series.

Wage a global war of resistance against an alien invasion. Command turn-based tactical battles, build a network of covert bases, directly control your fighter wings, and achieve strategic victory in a simulation of asymmetric warfare against a technologically superior foe.

Why similar: Strategy 39.6%, Tactical 37.9%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Singleplayer 3.9%

Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

Why similar: Strategy 39.6%, Tactical 39.1%, Sci-fi 17.4%, Singleplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers unparalleled depth in squad management and tactical combat, focusing on the survival of your mercenary company.

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: Strategy 65.9%, Space 18.6%, Sci-fi 15.4%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant 4X space strategy game that features focused tactical ship-to-ship combat.

Five Nations is a real-time sci-fi strategy game for PC platform. Encompassing tactical combat in space in real-time mixed with micromanagement of economy, construction, and production featuring different kind of single player modes.

Why similar: Strategy 44.8%, Aliens 23.9%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Space 12.6%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time strategy game that captures the sci-fi aesthetic and base-building focus of the genre.

Astra Exodus is a single player turn based Sci-fi 4X strategy game inspired by the classics, with a multiple choice narrative driven epic campaign, top down real time tactical battles and an extensive semi-randomized research grid.

Why similar: Strategy 81.7%, Tactical 10.9%, Sci-fi 6.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines 4X strategy with a tactical combat system that rewards careful unit positioning.

Battlevoid: Sector Siege is an epic straight into action real-time space strategy game, in which the world has been built to deliver a lively battle field; and the action is never more than just seconds away at the start of every game.

Why similar: Strategy 37.6%, Real-Time with Pause 25.7% ★, Tactical 14.9%, Space 13%, Sci-fi 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A real-time space strategy game that emphasizes tactical fleet management and combat.

The award-winning Space Empires IV Deluxe is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. A grand strategy title in the space 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) genre, Space Empires has already found a place in the heart of strategy gamers everywhere.

Why similar: Strategy 69.7%, Sci-fi 15.9%, Space 13.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%

The game expands the story of the original Perimeter in a vast singleplayer campaign.

Why similar: Strategy 87%, Space 13%

Are strategy games with strong RPG elements your cup of tea? Did you enjoy games like Xcom: UFO Defence, the Fallout series, the Civilization series, the Heroes of Might and magic? And now you are looking for something new to satisfy your craving for turn-based fun?

Why similar: Strategy 46.3%, Aliens 22.3%, Tactical 18.6%, Sci-fi 11%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Fantasy Wars is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Combining both classic strategy gameplay and sophisticated 3D graphics players can experience epic battles like never before. Taking place in a fantasy world of Human kingdoms, Orc clans, Dwarfs' citadels and Elven forests the player is thrust into a world of war and...

Why similar: Strategy 80.1%, Tactical 17.4%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Space adventure, open world RPG, strategy, arcade, quest and more!

Why similar: Strategy 50.1%, Space 35.1%, Sci-fi 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Future War Tactics: SOF vs Alien Invasion - a turn-based strategy where you command SOF forces against an alien threat. Investigate disappearances, fight the invaders, and uncover the mystery. Every decision affects the fate of humanity.

Why similar: Strategy 51.2%, Aliens 31.1%, Tactical 16.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri™ Planetary Pack includes the original Alpha Centauri and the expansion, Alien Crossfire.

Why similar: Strategy 73%, Space 21.3%, Singleplayer 5.8%

The legendary Space Hulk returns in this epic turn based strategy game. Set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, an intriguing story of legendary battles and heroic actions unfolds.

Why similar: Strategy 61.1%, Tactical 22.6%, Sci-fi 14.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Take command of Naval Strike Group 7 and lead your fleet to victory in full 3D tactical space combat. Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a sci-fi strategy saga that will test your skills as both capital assault ship Captain and naval fleet Commander.

Why similar: Strategy 40.6%, Aliens 19.1%, Tactical 18.8%, Space 12.3%, Sci-fi 7.4%

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 90.5%, Sci-fi 9.5%

X-COM: Earth's top-secret eXtraterrestrial COMbat unit The Place: America - early 21st century The Mission: Eradicate the extraterrestrials Alien forces have invaded Earth and are terrorizing the population.

Why similar: Strategy 62%, Aliens 20.7%, Sci-fi 17.3%

In this hex-based, turn-based strategy game, players will lead the Imperial forces of the Armageddon Steel Legion and Space Marines from a variety of Chapters against the Ork invasion through over 30 scenarios, on the hostile terrain of the planet and its gigantic Hive Cities.

Why similar: Strategy 51.2%, Tactical 26.1%, Aliens 14.8%, Sci-fi 5.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Galactic Civilizations is a space based strategy game in which you are in control of humanity's destiny.

Why similar: Strategy 39.1%, Aliens 29.1%, Sci-fi 14.8%, Space 14.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%

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: Strategy 100%

Tactical Squad-Based Combat comes to the Fallout® Universe! You are the wretched refuse. You may be born from dirt, but we will forge you into steel. You will learn to bend; if not you, will you break. In these dark times, the Brotherhood - your Brotherhood - is all that stands between the rekindled flame of civilization and the howling,...

Why similar: Strategy 33.5%, Tactical 31.6%, Real-Time with Pause 24.3% ★, Sci-fi 8.7%, Singleplayer 2%

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: Strategy 51.9%, Tactical 24.5%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Aliens 10.1%, Singleplayer 3.1%

A contemporary remake of the much-loved series of turn-based mercenary-themed strategy games.

Why similar: Strategy 40.2%, Real-Time with Pause 32.8% ★, Tactical 26%, Singleplayer 1%

Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.

Why similar: Strategy 51.2%, Real-Time with Pause 17.3% ★, Sci-fi 15.1%, Space 14.3%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!

Why similar: Strategy 33.1%, Tactical 32.3%, Sci-fi 15.8%, Space 14.8%, Singleplayer 4%

Space Hulk: Ascension is a 3D, digital, turn based, strategy game, which re-interprets the classic board game experience, and adds new RPG style mechanics, new weapons and missions, new enemy types, 3 playable chapters and loads of other new features to the single player experience.

Why similar: Strategy 58.7%, Tactical 33.1%, Sci-fi 8.2%

"Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive" is the first strategy game ever to combine a movie-based and story-driven atmosphere of an adventure game with the intellectual challenge of a real time tactic game.In this western-style title, discover a game of strategy and tactics played out in exceptional real time.

Why similar: Strategy 54.5%, Tactical 43.3%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Incredibly dynamic turn-based strategy, reviving the traditions of the old school tactics. Lead a team of the most desperate fighters, destroy alien monsters and uncover the secrets of the lost planet.

Why similar: Aliens 25.3%, Tactical 24.9%, Strategy 24.3%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Space 11.2%

Weird Worlds: Return to Infinite Space is a hybrid roguelike game of space exploration, adventure and starship combat.

Why similar: Strategy 71.3%, Sci-fi 15%, Space 11.4%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.

Why similar: Strategy 44.1%, Real-Time with Pause 22.5% ★, Space 18.2%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Sector Unknown is a solo-developed, isometric sci-fi RPG set in a shadowy expanse of space. Begin on a desolate planet, establish a stronghold, explore space, ally with or dominate local factions, and combat a despotic organization set on ruthlessly exploiting the sector's resources and inhabitants.

Why similar: Space 100%

The acclaimed strategy game from the creator of X-COM. Fight tactical battles on procedural maps against a foe that adapts to your tactics. Manage diplomacy and economy on a global scale. Research, explore, overcome. Now includes Steam Workshop support for mods!

Why similar: Tactical 34.3%, Aliens 34.2%, Strategy 31.5%

From the makers of the award-winning Imperium Galactica 1 and 2 games, discover a powerful space-opera like RTS game.

Why similar: Strategy 68.3%, Space 22.3%, Sci-fi 9.4%

Age of Wonders: Planetfall is the new strategy game from Triumph Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Age of Wonders series, bringing all the exciting tactical turn-based combat and in-depth empire building of its predecessors to space in an all-new, sci-fi setting.

Why similar: Strategy 39.8%, Tactical 21.1%, Aliens 16.1%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Space 8.6%

Retro sci-fi tactical turn-based strategy with an exciting storyline. The Albatross space liner is overrun by lizard-like monsters that can infect humans and turn them into their own kind. Save the passengers and defeat the hostile creatures.

Why similar: Strategy 89.2%, Tactical 5.3%, Sci-fi 2.6%, Space 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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: Strategy 68.9%, Space 16.8%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Singleplayer 1%