Games Like Ultimate General: Gettysburg

Ultimate General: Civil War is a tactical real time strategy war-game. Experience the bloodiest period of U.S. history - the American Civil War of 1861-1865.

Why similar: Wargame 21.8%, RTS 20.6%, Historical 19.2%, War 11.5%, Strategy 10%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct evolution of the seed game, expanding the tactical scope into a full-scale campaign with unit progression and logistics.

Take command of the Union or the Confederacy. Prepare your nation for war, recruit and organize great armies and fleets under legendary commanders like Grant, Lee, Jackson or Farragut, plan cunning maneuvers on an epic campaign map and defeat your enemies in real-time battles!

Why similar: Historical 31.2%, Strategy 27%, RTS 19.7%, Wargame 12.3%, War 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly bridges the gap between grand strategy and real-time tactical battles, providing a comprehensive Civil War experience.

Steel Division 2 is a historically-accurate WW2 real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front. Features 1:1-scale turn-based army management and real-time tactical battles with thousands of men at your order.

Why similar: RTS 22.7%, Historical 16.5%, Strategy 13.8%, Wargame 13.5%, War 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features large-scale tactical combat with a focus on unit management, morale, and realistic line-of-sight mechanics.

Your quest for the true immersive Civil War battle experience ends here. Voted in PC Gamers list of Best 100 Games of All Time, Take Command is an RTCS "Real-Time Combat Simulator" and you've never played anything like it!

Why similar: Wargame 22.3%, RTS 20%, Historical 19%, War 11.2%, Tactical 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical simulation that focuses on the same era and command style as the seed game, emphasizing realistic troop movements.

American Revolution is a sandbox strategy game featuring the epic historical period during the rebellion of the American colonies against the British Empire.

Why similar: Historical 21.1%, RTS 18.6%, Wargame 17%, Strategy 10%, Tactical 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the series, it retains the core tactical DNA while introducing a massive, dynamic grand-strategy campaign map.

Welcome to Scourge of War, a real-time 3D computer game/simulation developed by NorbSoftDev, the company headed by renowned game designer Norb Timpko, designer of Mad Minute Games' acclaimed Take Command series. Scourge of War is the epitome of historical command simulations.

Why similar: Historical 24.8%, Wargame 21.7%, RTS 18.8%, Strategy 10.7%, Tactical 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, highly detailed tactical simulation that provides a more granular look at the same battle featured in the seed game.

The latest title in the famous Combat Mission franchise of wargames, now on Steam. Shock Force 2 brings you to a hypothetical conflict in Syria between the forces of NATO and the Syrian Army. Play either on WeGo or Real Time in an incredibly detailed and realistic 1:1 tactical simulation.

Why similar: RTS 20.9%, Wargame 18.9%, Historical 18%, Strategy 11.3%, Tactical 9%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a high-fidelity tactical simulation that rewards careful planning and understanding of unit capabilities.

Graviteam Tactics: Mius-Front - tactical battalion level combat simulation. Action takes place in the summer of 1943 at Mius river and Saur-Mogila tumulus area of over 140 sq. km. Four large-scale operations for the Red Army and Wehrmacht.

Why similar: Wargame 23.4%, Strategy 19.9%, RTS 15.5%, Historical 13.2%, Simulation 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its unparalleled tactical realism and complex terrain simulation, it is a must-play for those who value historical accuracy.

The Great War: Western Front is the definitive WW1 strategy game. Play a deciding role in history with this real-time tactical experience as you take charge in the iconic Western Front from 1914 to 1919. Pick your faction and lead your forces to victory.

Why similar: RTS 23.8%, Historical 21.8%, Strategy 17.5%, Wargame 12.7%, Tactical 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It combines turn-based strategic front-line management with real-time tactical battles, capturing the grueling nature of historical warfare.

It's WWII. You're a general sitting in a tent. All you have is a map, and a radio. Can you win the battle? Radio General is a unique strategy game where you interact with your units over the radio using speech recognition. Test your mettle and relive famous battles as a WWII general.

Why similar: RTS 22.1%, Historical 19.6%, Strategy 18.1%, War 11.5%, Simulation 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique command-based interface that forces players to rely on reports and maps, mimicking the feel of historical battlefield command.

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: Historical 36.7%, Wargame 31.3%, Strategy 28%, Multiplayer 3.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the essential grand strategic context for the Civil War, allowing players to manage the entire war effort.

Regiments is a Real-Time Tactics game set in Germany 1989. The Cold War has gone hot, and the inferno is raging. Lead your Regiment through the fires of conflict and the fog of war. Break through the lines, call in artillery, maneuver, feign retreats, stage defenses, counter-attack. Do not relent.

Why similar: Wargame 25.9%, RTS 23.9%, Strategy 13.7%, Tactical 12.6%, War 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical RTS that emphasizes unit formation, morale, and the importance of combined arms in a realistic setting.

Real Time Strategy with a high degree of realism. The game is based on a true story.

Why similar: RTS 22.2%, Historical 20.9%, Wargame 19.1%, Tactical 10.2%, Military 9%

Why You'll Like It: A realistic tactical RTS that focuses on unit preservation and morale, rewarding players who treat their soldiers as valuable assets.

Men of War: Assault Squad 2 expands the real-time tactics series with new skirmish missions, massive multiplayer battles, enhanced visuals, improved AI, and full Direct Control. Command five factions across 65 maps, 250 vehicles, and 200 soldiers in one of the most detailed WWII RTS experiences.

Why similar: RTS 24%, Strategy 22.1%, Historical 13.2%, War 12.9%, Tactical 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, granular control over individual units and squads, perfect for players who enjoy the tactical micro-management of the seed game.

You take the part of the military and political leadership, trying to lead your nation to victory, in the midst of some of the toughest operations of the Civil War. You will build, organize and command your armies over one of the largest maps of the USA ever made for a Civil War game.

Why similar: Historical 36.6%, Strategy 29.3%, Wargame 17.2%, Simulation 11.8%, America 3.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: A deep, turn-based grand strategy game that offers a comprehensive look at the political and military challenges of the American Civil War.

The ultimate wargame set in the age of Pike and Shot is back. You are now in full charge of your nation’s armies, throughout a long campaign in the struggle for dominance.

Why similar: Historical 34.5%, Wargame 27.9%, Strategy 26.4%, Tactical 7.9%, Multiplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers deep, historically accurate tactical combat that emphasizes positioning and unit morale in a similar fashion to the seed game.

The new reference in RTS at its best! The Wargame series returns to duty, larger, richer and more spectacular than ever before. In Wargame Red Dragon, you are engaged in a large-scale conflict where Western forces clash against the Communist bloc.

Why similar: RTS 30.9%, Strategy 19.5%, Wargame 18.1%, Military 10.7%, Tactical 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, deep tactical wargame that requires significant strategic foresight and mastery of diverse unit types.

Realistic, immersive, breathtaking. WARNO is the ultimate World War III battle simulator from the masters of strategy, Eugen Systems. A Cold War turns decisively hot as you command hundreds of units on a beautiful and brutal battlefield. Outsmart, outfight, and lead your forces to total victory.

Why similar: Wargame 22%, RTS 20.4%, Historical 16.6%, Strategy 9.6%, Military 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on modern tactical combat with deep unit customization and realistic engagement ranges, appealing to fans of tactical depth.

Ultimate Admiral: Age of Sail is a tactical wargame from the creators of the Ultimate General series set amidst the epic naval campaigns in the period of the American Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars.

Why similar: Strategy 30.5%, Historical 25.7%, Simulation 15%, RTS 11.9%, Wargame 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the same developer's innovative UI and tactical design philosophy, applied to naval warfare during the same historical era.

Victory and Glory: The American Civil War is a game of grand strategy and fast-play tactical battles where you take the role of either the Union or the Confederates and attempt to win.

Why similar: Strategy 35.5%, Wargame 21.3%, Simulation 18.7%, War 10.8%, Military 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a strategic board-game style map with tactical battle resolution, capturing the essence of the Civil War conflict.

Field of Glory II is a turn-based tactical game set during the Rise of Rome from 280 BC to 25 BC.

Why similar: Historical 27.1%, Strategy 25%, Wargame 19.4%, Simulation 11.5%, Tactical 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent turn-based tactical game that focuses on the nuances of ancient warfare and unit cohesion.

Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe.

Why similar: Historical 34.7%, Strategy 23.5%, RTS 13.1%, Military 10.1%, War 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers large-scale historical battles that blend strategy and tactics, set in an era of line infantry and artillery.

Real-Time Strategy/Wargame. From World War II through the Cold War and into the future, re-live or re-imagine the tensions and crises of our recent history! Guide your nation through the era of your choice in Campaigns, Scenarios, and Sandboxes, as you make every effort to become Supreme Ruler!

Why similar: RTS 21.6%, Wargame 20%, Historical 13.4%, Tactical 13%, Military 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A massive grand strategy game for players who want to manage the entire military and economic machine of a nation.

Take command in Europe's greatest 18th-century war. Equip & customize regiments, manage supplies, and engage in brutal real-time battles across procedural campaigns. Resources and replacements are scarce, and keeping your best men alive may matter more than any single victory.

Why similar: Historical 22.8%, RTS 18.4%, Wargame 14.4%, Tactical 10.4%, Strategy 10.2%

Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards.

Why similar: Historical 22.3%, Wargame 21.4%, Strategy 21.1%, Military 10.1%, Tactical 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A refined tactical wargame that excels in presenting historical scenarios with clear, deep mechanics.

Battle of Empires: 1914-1918 is a story-driven RTS that brings to life some of the most brutal battles of the Great War. Each mission showcases the era’s most devastating weaponry — sabotage, stealth, trench warfare, gas attacks, artillery, and mobile infantry. BoE delivers the full WWI experience.

Why similar: Historical 29.1%, RTS 24.1%, Strategy 19.2%, War 15.7%, Simulation 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS that focuses on the specific challenges of WWI infantry and artillery combat.

Command: Modern Operations is the next generation in cross-domain modern wargaming. It enables you to simulate every military engagement from post World War II to the present day and beyond. The scale is primarily tactical/operational, although strategic scale operations are also possible.

Why similar: Wargame 25%, RTS 21.4%, Military 17.3%, Simulation 15.8%, Strategy 15.8%

Why You'll Like It: The ultimate simulation for those who love the technical, data-driven side of military command and modern warfare.

Unity of Command II is the sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed strategy games of all time; a game critics called 'the perfect gateway' into computer war games.

Why similar: Wargame 23.4%, Strategy 22.6%, Historical 18.7%, War 9.3%, Military 8%

Why You'll Like It: An operational-level wargame that emphasizes supply lines and tactical movement, perfect for those who enjoy the logistical side of war.

War of Rights is a first person multiplayer game featuring massive 400 player battles with a focus on historical authenticity, teamplay and immersion. It is set during the perilous days of the American Civil War, in the Maryland Campaign of September, 1862.

Why similar: Historical 44.1%, War 18.4%, Military 11%, Strategy 9.7%, Simulation 6.8%

Battleplan: American Civil War introduces you to fastplay wargaming, a new kind of strategy game experience. Take command of either Confederate or Union troops and fight your way through eleven of the American Civil War’s most famous battles.

Why similar: Strategy 46.5%, Historical 37%, Simulation 16.5%

Why You'll Like It: A more accessible, streamlined tactical approach to the American Civil War that is easy to pick up but still offers strategic depth.

Strategos is a real-time tactics wargame set in classical antiquity. Simulate large-scale battles with over 120 factions, and 250+ units, from the ancient world. Create custom battles, or take command of historical ones.

Why similar: Historical 22.4%, Wargame 19.1%, RTS 18%, Strategy 11.9%, War 8.6%

Steel Division: Normandy is a tactical real-time strategy (RTS) game that pits players against AI enemies in a single-player campaign -- or against several opponents in massive 10-on-10 multiplayer battles.

Why similar: RTS 31.2%, Strategy 16.6%, Wargame 9.9%, Tactical 9.6%, Military 9.3%

Close Combat: The Bloody First is the latest release in the critically-acclaimed Close Combat series, and the first using the new 3D Archon engine. With this Close Combat: The Bloody First combines classic Close Combat tactical gameplay with battles fought across a wide variety of diverse 3D landscapes including craggy ridgelines, narrow...

Why similar: Historical 23.5%, Wargame 19.9%, Strategy 14.6%, Tactical 12.4%, War 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on squad-level tactical realism and the psychological impact of combat on individual soldiers.

Men of War: Assault Squad delivers a deeply tactical WWII experience, blending large-scale strategy with intense, hands-on combat. Fight across multiple fronts – from European countryside to Pacific jungles and command every unit and every bullet on the battlefield.

Why similar: Strategy 24%, RTS 21.5%, Tactical 14%, Historical 13.7%, War 12.4%

A one-of-a-kind real-time strategy game that allows players to bluff their enemies to lead their nation to victory. The Definitive Edition — includes all DLCs and Steam Deck support.

Why similar: RTS 37.2%, Strategy 29.6%, Historical 20.7%, War 8.6%, Multiplayer 3.3%

Battle Cry of Freedom brings brutal real-time first and third-person combat set in the 19th Century America, presenting players with the opportunity to re-fight the American Civil War as either the Union or the Confederates.

Why similar: Historical 35%, War 13.5%, Strategy 13.5%, Military 12.2%, Tactical 12.2%

2 SIDES, 12 NATIONS, 750 UNITS: THE STRATEGY GAME REFERENCE IS BACK! Richer, more beautiful and more accessible, Wargame AirLand Battle is the sequel to the explosive real-time strategy game Wargame European Escalation! 1985.

Why similar: RTS 29.5%, Strategy 19.7%, Wargame 15.9%, Military 11.8%, Tactical 8.7%

Command a platoon of Sherman tanks over the most famous theaters of WWII. Take the commander’s seat and give specific orders to your crew, or open the tactical map to coordinate your actions with accompanying units.

Why similar: Historical 22.3%, RTS 18.1%, Wargame 17%, Tactical 11.7%, War 9.1%

Command armies, manage resources, and build an empire in this real-time strategy wargame from Longbow Games. Will Rome fulfil its destiny to rule the ancient world or will history be rewritten to forge a new Etruscan, Gallic, or Greek hegemony!

Why similar: Historical 30%, RTS 20.8%, Strategy 20.4%, Wargame 17.5%, Simulation 8.4%

Men of War: Vietnam brings the acclaimed real-time tactics series into a new theater of war – the jungles of Southeast Asia, 1968. Experience the chaos of the Vietnam War through two story-driven campaigns that reveal both sides of the conflict.

Why similar: Strategy 27%, RTS 22%, Historical 19.4%, Tactical 12.2%, War 11.8%

Use the radio to give commands to the soldiers on the battlefield. Keep track of the situation based on their voice reports only. Lead US platoons to clash with Vietcong in a realistic, innovative approach to the RTS genre. Make hard choices in a narrative driven experience, and face the outcome.

Why similar: Historical 21.6%, Wargame 21.4%, RTS 20%, War 10.5%, Strategy 9.9%

Battlefield Commander WWII is a real-time tactical game where you lead the soldiers and vehicles that battled across the globe during this time in history. Play hundreds of unique units across multiple game modes.

Why similar: RTS 22.3%, Historical 21.4%, Wargame 19.9%, Strategy 12.1%, Tactical 8.8%

Unity of Command is an innovative and refreshing operational-level wargame that covers the entire 1942/43 Stalingrad Campaign on the Eastern Front.

Why similar: Wargame 31.2%, Strategy 31.2%, Historical 24.3%, War 5.8%, Military 4.1%

Men of War is a stunning Real-Time Strategy game that takes place during the height of World War II. Intense battles span Europe and North Africa as gamers play as Soviet, Allied or German forces across 19 massive single-player missions.

Why similar: Strategy 28.6%, RTS 26.4%, Tactical 12.8%, Historical 9.9%, War 8.4%

King's Orders is a simplified historical strategy game with an important innovation. You command your armies by sending letters with orders. Messengers with these letters travel the land and can be lost or intercepted. Generals execute orders upon receipt and send you reports the same dangerous way.

Why similar: Historical 19.4%, RTS 17.6%, Wargame 16.4%, Tactical 12.3%, Military 9.9%

Ukrainian Warfare: Gostomel Heroes – is a real-time strategy game with a high degree of realism. Relive the Battle of Kiev (2022), a turning point in the Ukrainian conflict. Witness the Untold Story of 2022 Through the Eyes of Those Who Fought.

Why similar: Wargame 23.7%, RTS 23.1%, Historical 20%, Strategy 10%, Tactical 9%

Modern-warfare RTS/sandbox game inspired by the real conflicts in the Middle East. Fight a counter-insurgency war, protect the civilian population, casevac your wounded and decide how the world sees your struggle. And remember - no one gets left behind.

Why similar: RTS 21.8%, Strategy 18.9%, Wargame 17.3%, Military 13%, Tactical 9.4%

Sudden Strike 5 delivers real-time tactics in epic WWII battles. A host of tactical options and more than 300 playable units open-up multiple approaches to reach your objectives in a 25 mission campaign on historical battlefields in Europe and North Africa.

Why similar: RTS 26.1%, Historical 22.4%, Wargame 18.6%, Strategy 14.2%, Military 7.9%

This is a strategy game with the theme of WWII. As a battlefield commander, maintaining your army's motivation and satisfaction, promoting your generals, managing your own economy, dealing with your friends' armies, and real time grand battle. What kind of commander will you become in the process?

Why similar: Historical 24.9%, Wargame 17.9%, RTS 17.5%, War 9.4%, Tactical 9.1%

Make the Reds side triumph to save the Soviet Proletarian revolution, or, on the other side, lead the Whites side to victory in order to place the old regime back in power and protect the countries of Europe from the perils of the revolution. This is the biggest civil war game you will ever play!

Why similar: Strategy 30.8%, Historical 27.2%, Wargame 26.5%, Simulation 13.1%, Multiplayer 1.8%

Design warships the way you want them, command fleets, win the naval arms race for your nation!

Why similar: Wargame 26.3%, Historical 25.5%, RTS 19.3%, Military 11.3%, War 11.1%

Blitzkrieg 3 is a WW2 RTS made for true admirers of strategic mastery! Challenge your tactical skills in historical campaigns and defeat powerful Neural Network AI in competitive matches.

Why similar: RTS 23.4%, Historical 22.2%, Strategy 13.4%, Tactical 12.1%, War 11.2%

"SandTable War: Three Kingdoms" is a strategic simulation game set during the Three Kingdoms period. Here you can play as various factions from Three Kingdoms history to conquer cities and lands, unify the realm. With abundant historical officers and scenarios, come restore the Han Dynasty!

Why similar: Historical 24.6%, RTS 22.3%, Wargame 17.9%, Strategy 11.8%, War 8.1%

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar takes you to the plains and forests of ancient Gaul where Julius Caesar wages a decade long war to subjugate the barbarian hordes. Hegemony Rome will immerse you in the history like no other real time strategy game ever before, forcing you to pay close attention to the changing seasons and rapidly...

Why similar: Strategy 34.5%, Historical 31.6%, RTS 24%, Simulation 7.4%, Indie 2.3%

War in the East 2 is the most comprehensive, most realistic, and most advanced wargame modeling Eastern Front warfare in World War Two.

Why similar: Wargame 31.8%, Strategy 24.1%, Historical 18.8%, Simulation 12.5%, War 10.1%

Complete your Total War collection with this Definitive Edition of Total War: NAPOLEON, which includes all DLC and feature updates since the game’s release

Why similar: Historical 35.7%, Strategy 21.7%, RTS 15.6%, War 9.6%, Tactical 8.2%

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 55.6%, Strategy 27.2%, Simulation 11%, Indie 2.9%, Multiplayer 2.8%

Select an era, a nation and lead it to greatness or decay. Develop the economy and society, or focus on military and territorial expansion. In Nations you can rule your people for centuries – from ancient times to the modern day and beyond. You shape your state, history and map of the world.

Why similar: Historical 32.3%, RTS 23.2%, Wargame 19%, Strategy 17.9%, War 6.4%

From the multi-award-winning strategy series, A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia combines huge real-time battles with engrossing turn-based campaign, set at a critical flashpoint in history. Anglo-Saxons, Gaelic clans and Viking settlers clash for control. What Kingdom will you build?

Why similar: Historical 34.8%, RTS 24.6%, Strategy 21.3%, War 9.5%, Tactical 4.6%