- #1 World of Tanks Blitz
97% matchMostly Positive78% of 151,993 reviews2016
Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 98.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Blow off steam and tank turrets in a free-to-play online 7v7 tank shooter! Drive hundreds of tanks, from museum classics to "did-that-ever-exist?" specials, in quick 5 to 7-minute brawls packed with metal mayhem. Play solo or team up with a friend and enjoy smooth action even on modest hardware!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive free-to-play tank combat experience that mirrors the arcade-action and progression style of the seed game.
- #2 World of Tanks
96% matchVery Positive81% of 97,557 reviews2021
Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 58.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%
World of Tanks is a tactical action game with very different gameplay depending on the vehicle type and role. Aside from regular PvP, there are competitive and clan-based modes, special PvE and PvPvE events, and much more. Whether you play to dominate or just enjoy the ride, you'll fit right in.
Why You'll Like It: A more expansive, high-fidelity version of the tank combat experience with a massive player base and deep tactical depth.
- #3 Battle Tanks: World War II
96% matchMixed66% of 1,588 reviews2019
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Are you ready to fight? Download this incredibly addictive tank game right now! Choose a tank and fight with your friends in dynamic real-time battles.Meet the legendary tank shooter Battle Tanks! Show the whole world who's in charge here!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a similar free-to-play, arcade-focused tank combat experience set in the World War II era.
- #4 War Thunder
95% matchMostly Positive73% of 730,871 reviews2013
Dev: Gaijin EntertainmentPub: Gaijin Network Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 194.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly realistic and comprehensive tank combat experience that remains a staple for fans of armored warfare games.
- #5 Total Tank Simulator
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 8,576 reviews2020
Dev: Noobz from PolandPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Commander in the ranks. Soldier at heart. Choose a faction and deploy and command your army into massive physics-driven WWII battles to the last man standing. Destroy everything on sight with an insane amount of units that will behave tactically.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: Combines large-scale strategy with physics-based tank combat, offering a fun and chaotic take on the genre.
- #6 Grand Tanks: WW2 Tank Games
94% matchMixed63% of 83 reviews2023
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
The game combines the two best sides of gameplay: part from a serious tank simulator and part from exciting and fast arcade battles. Millions of players from all over the world are fighting on the best representatives of tank equipment of the Second World War.
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, action-oriented tank game that fits the arcade-style combat found in the seed game.
- #7 Blitzkrieg 3
93% matchMixed54% of 7,303 reviews2017
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on real-time tactical combat with a strong emphasis on historical tank units and strategic maneuvering.
- #8 Tank Force: Online Shooter Game
91% matchMixed66% of 3,116 reviews2017
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 77.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Tank Force - the coolest free online tank shooter! This is a new word in online tank battles, which combines the best qualities of a tank simulator and thrilling arcade battles.
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a competitive, free-to-play tank shooter experience with a focus on online multiplayer skirmishes.
- #9 Company of Heroes 2
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 112,211 reviews2013
Dev: Relic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 57.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A premier real-time strategy game that emphasizes tactical tank positioning and historical World War II combat.
- #10 Clash of Irons
90% matchMixed67% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: HQ Games
Windows
Real-time tank RPG+SLG game. It recreates the classic tanks of World War II and restores the shocking war scenes with fantasy World War II plots. Command your futuristic tanks across history and rekindle your war spirit with the will of iron and blood.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused wargame that emphasizes military management and tank-based combat scenarios.
- #11 Men of War: Assault Squad 2
89% matchVery Positive91% of 46,011 reviews2014
Dev: DigitalmindsoftPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 63.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: Offers unparalleled tactical control over individual units and tanks in intense World War II battle scenarios.
- #12 Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg
89% matchVery Positive85% of 505 reviews2020
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg is a turn-based strategy set in the period of WW2. It brings a modern look and new features to a good old wargame genre. You are to lead the German Armed forces overcoming unthinkable odds and claiming the ultimate bittersweet victory in Europe. Blitzkrieg is the way!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that provides a deep, narrative-driven approach to World War II tank strategy.
- #13 Steel Division 2
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,441 reviews2019
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A deep, grand-scale strategy game that focuses on the realistic deployment and management of armored divisions.
- #14 World War Armies
86% matchMixed62% of 965 reviews2024
Dev: Hypemasters, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%
World War Armies is the ultimate PvP real-time strategy game. Command advanced war machines and compete for free against other players worldwide. Revolutionary mechanics reduce downtime and focus on direct engagement with the enemy, you get to the fun parts of RTS faster.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A modern real-time strategy game that focuses on fast-paced tank combat and tactical unit control.
- #15 Panzer Corps 2
87% matchVery Positive85% of 4,064 reviews2020
Dev: Flashback GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 58.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A classic turn-based strategy game that captures the strategic essence of World War II tank warfare.
- #16 WWII Tanks: Battlefield
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 71 reviews2021
Dev: SP GAMES
Windows
Immerse yourself in a world of armored tank battles. Choose from a wide range of famous tanks of the major combatants. Pick the best tank and blast your way across the battlefield. Defeat your enemies with force and strategic decisions! And lead your team on a glorious road to victory!
Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy tank simulation that focuses on the intensity of World War II combat.
- #17 Steel Armor: Blaze of War
86% matchVery Positive84% of 351 reviews2015
Dev: Graviteam
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Steel Armor: Blaze of War is realistic tank simulator with tactical elements. The game models Soviet T-62 tank and US M60A1 tank in detail. Each tank has interactive cockpit with crew. Player controls a tank, and commands a tank platoon and attached forces in 4 large scale dynamic campaigns.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a unique blend of tank simulation and tactical command, perfect for players who want more depth than a standard shooter.
- #18 Armored of Doom
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 303 reviews2024
Dev: Future Studio
Windows
"Armored of Doom" is a TPS game with "tank vehicle" + "MOBA" gameplay. You will use famous active and retired tanks to compete on the battlefield. The game combines the strategic depth of traditional tank battles with the excitement of MOBA games, bringing an unprecedented gaming experience.
Why similar: Strategy 58.8%, RPG 41.2%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy-RPG hybrid that incorporates tank combat into a broader wargame framework.
- #19 Panzer Strategy
84% matchMixed65% of 469 reviews2018
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Panzer Strategy is a World War II wargame that combines classic turn-based strategy gameplay with modern looks. Command your armies and adapt your units to any objective using a huge selection of real-life military equipment and battle skills.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A hex-based strategy game that offers a complex look at World War II logistics and armored warfare.
- #20 Theatre of War
85% matchMixed61% of 364 reviews2010
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Command a special task force composed of different kinds of units, including tanks, APCs, field guns, mortars, various infantry regiments and will also have an opportunity to call for artillery and air support.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A classic real-time strategy game that provides a gritty and realistic portrayal of World War II battles.
- #21 Retro Commander
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 355 reviews2023
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Retro Commander is a post-apocalyptic real-time strategy wargame (RTS).
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A post-apocalyptic RTS that features base building and tank combat in a strategic environment.
- #22 Military Tanks
81% matchMixed59% of 286 reviews2023
Dev: XTORNADO GAMESPub: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac
Do you like tanks game? Are you ready to feel the full power of a tank games?
Why You'll Like It: A shooter-focused tank game that provides simple, accessible combat for fans of the genre.
- #23 World War II: Panzer Claws
83% matchMixed70% of 671 reviews2013
Pub: Topware Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
WORLD WAR II: PANZER CLAWS [aka Frontline Attack: War over Europe] pushes back the boundaries of real-time strategy gaming!Take control of the Allied, German, or the Russian in the harsh reality of the battlefields of World War II.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A real-time strategy game that focuses on the tactical use of armored units in historical settings.
- #24 Armor Clash 3
82% matchMixed55% of 154 reviews2019
Dev: Windforce
Windows · Mac · Linux
Armor Clash 3 is an old-school modern warfare RTS game with base building and navies. There are 3 factions with unique units, buildings and technology systems. There are both skirmish and challenge modes. The battle is fast-paced, with realistic graphics and physical effects, and the performance is also optimized.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: An RTS game that features fast-paced tank combat and base-building mechanics similar to classic strategy titles.
- #25 PANZERKAMPF®
78% matchMixed41% of 361 reviews2025
Dev: Krieg Games Ltd.
Windows
World war of tanks rages on. Join the battle in one of our real-world tanks! Upgrade your vehicles and destroy the enemy! Play with friends and dominate the war! Play for free, in intuitive and easy to grasp UI, with state-of-the-art graphics, particle effects and authentic sound!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #26 Blitzkrieg Anthology
82% matchVery Positive90% of 1,520 reviews2014
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
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: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A collection of classic strategy games that defined the real-time tactical tank combat genre.
- #27 Instant War
80% matchMixed67% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Playwing LTD
Windows
Embark on a military strategy 4X RTS game, in a world where your battle tactics and your massive army are the keys to victory. Instant War delivers an amazing battlefield experience in a realistic military game. As a commander, you develop your military base and lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
Why You'll Like It: A 4X strategy game that incorporates real-time tank combat and grand-scale military management.
- #28 Tank Arena:Total Operation
75% matchVery Positive89% of 1,017 reviews2024
Dev: BEIJING WANYU HUDONG TECHNOLOGY CO.LTD.Pub: HK Yimei Entertainment Technology Co., Limited
Windows
Tank Arena:Total Operation is a free MMO war game where you play as a commander, drive thousands of types of tanks, armored vehicles or helicopters on a massive battlefield engaging in 12v12 team-based battles against players globally. Enjoy the fun!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #29 Metal Force: Tank Games Online
76% matchMixed52% of 71 reviews2022
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lots of battle arenas in all corners of the world await you! You will have various combat military vehicles in your battle arsenal. Each machine represents a unique tactic, a unique warfare style.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #30 Modern Assault Tanks
77% matchMixed45% of 120 reviews2021
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Compete on war and prove your superiority in the tank games genre PVP!
- #31 Modern Tanks: War Tank Games
78% matchMixed54% of 373 reviews2018
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
The team war begins — get in your tank and open fire! This is a competitive arena where the best fight. A simulator, a shooter, an action game, and at the same time a completely free game. Mistakes are not forgiven here. Go ahead!
- #32 War Planet Online: Global Conquest
77% matchMixed63% of 961 reviews2017
Dev: Gameloft
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Build your army, dominate your region and lead your alliance to conquer the globe!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #33 Metal Waltz: Anime tank girls
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,716 reviews2017
Dev: WuL Game Studio
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 59.7 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Military Strategy + RPG + Collection + Story. This is a story of the war between mankind and the tank monsters. The hope of the human relies on the girls, whose bodies have been rebuilt and combined with armor parts. All the girls are under your command. Lead your army, won the war!
Why similar: Strategy 55.8%, RPG 44.2%
- #34 World Of Robots
74% matchMixed59% of 350 reviews2022
Dev: Super Games Studio
Windows
World of Robots is the tactical online shooter with simple controls
Why similar: RPG 100%
- #35 坦克大战
73% matchMixed41% of 54 reviews2022
Dev: Shanghai Islands of Adventure Infotech Co.,Ltd
Windows
Epic 3D tank PVP battle! Modern vehicles with future war theme! Adrenaline packed 5v5 online combats! Build your own machine to assault in the best action shooter game!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #36 World War 2: Strategy Simulator
72% matchMostly Negative37% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: joynowstudio
Windows
★Tactics & Collocations 30+ Historical Campaigns: Normandy Landing, Operation Market Garden 2 Warfare Conflict Camps: Allies faction and ally Axis 30+ large battlefield maps are provide in this strategy games Omni-directional combat space: naval battle, air combat, land battle.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #37 Tank Operations: European Campaign
67% matchVery Positive83% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: Linked DimensionsPub: 2tainment GmbH
Windows
Tank Operation: European Campaign - is a turn-based, tactical war game with a dozen nerve-racking historical scenarios on the various battlefields of World War II. As an allied general you fight right on the frontline to defeat the Third Reich with all its destructive potential.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #38 Call to Arms: Panzer Elite
64% matchMixed70% of 1,425 reviews2025
Dev: DigitalmindsoftPub: Digitalmindsoft Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Lead a platoon of WWII tanks in this immersive TPP and FPP game. Engage in realistic, tactical combat across historic battlefields. Play through campaign or challenge yourself in skirmish mode as either German or US forces.
- #39 Total Tank Generals
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 320 reviews2023
Dev: Noobz From PolandPub: 505 Games
Windows
Every war has its Generals. Take command of an army during World War II and lead them to victory. Strategize your way through many scenarios and real historical military campaigns of past generals.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #40 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
68% matchMixed69% of 47,196 reviews2020
Dev: 1939 Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 46.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #41 Three Kingdoms 2019 阿达三国志2019 横版
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 345 reviews2018
Dev: 阿达游戏
Windows
最具人文气息的策略三国志游戏,正统得天下三国游戏,三国志2013(2014)的正版续作。
Why similar: Strategy 64.1%, RPG 35.9%
- #42 Battle Fleet: Ground Assault
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: Mythical City Games
Windows · Mac
Command entire companies of tanks across the battlefields of WW2 in turn based tactical strategy. Move without grids, skillfully aim every shot and use cover to lead your tanks to victory.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #43 Iron Warriors: T-72 Tank Command
73% matchMixed64% of 295 reviews2006
Dev: Crazy HousePub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 63.3 hrs≥1hr: 26%
The most devastating mechanized armor to ever roll onto a battlefield is brought to life in Iron Warriors: T72-Tank Command. This epic combat simulator allows the player to command an entire platoon of tanks and ALL associated support units, or assume the role of ANY member in a complete tank crew!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #44 Imperia Online
72% matchMixed59% of 309 reviews2016
Dev: Imperia Online JSC
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Imperia Online brings you into a world, which exists in the times before the age of gunpowder. It is the world of the sharp blade, long bow and war horse. Experience the vast amount of gameplay mechanics and compete with thousands of players in a totally realistic medieval strategic simulation!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #45 Blitzkrieg 2 Anthology
70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,270 reviews2014
Dev: Nival
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Return to the bloody battlefields of World War II in this epic sequel. Blitzkrieg 2 returns you to the gritty realism of WWII battles while pushing your focus into new, strategic opportunities during global war!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #46 Tank Battle: 1944
71% matchMixed62% of 58 reviews2016
Dev: HexWar GamesPub: Hunted Cow Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Instantly get involved in the action by joining the Allied invasion of Europe during the Second World War. Take command of an American battle group during WW2 in this turn based strategy wargame and help liberate Europe from the evil Axis power-base!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #47 Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty - Prologue 1939
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Starni Games
Windows
Strategic Mind: Spirit of Liberty is a history-driven turn-based strategy set in WW2. Lead the scarce Finnish forces through the Winter War, Continuation War, and Lapland War. Save your country’s very existence from the Red Menace. Niet Molotoff!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #48 Armored Warfare
69% matchMixed64% of 5,270 reviews2017
Dev: Obsidian EntertainmentPub: Wishlist Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Wage war against players from around the world with an unstoppable arsenal of 300+ powerful armored combat vehicles. Compete in PvP tank combat, complete co-op missions, and crush your enemies on breathtaking maps, from scorching deserts to neon-drenched urban jungles.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #49 Fog of War
71% matchMixed48% of 799 reviews2018
Dev: Monkeys Lab.Pub: Neokosmos Technologies Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Tactical Multiplayer FPS shooter with a story based on the events of the World War II. Strategic battles with a variety of vehicles, including artillery. Multiple game modes. Ranks, titles, awards, career.
Why similar: Strategy 54.3%, RPG 45.7%
- #50 ExoTanks
69% matchMixed64% of 191 reviews2020
Dev: Digital Universe
Windows
Dynamic tank shooter! Play on unique tanks of the future with individual abilities, mechanics and appearance. Upgrade your tank during the battle.
Why similar: Strategy 58.8%, RPG 41.2%
- #51 Refight:Burning Engine
68% matchMixed68% of 413 reviews2018
Dev: 梵天游戏
Windows
It's a military survival TPS game. The game is based on armored vehicles with a Battle Royal gameplay. No matter you are singer person,in small team or group,you will experience the exciting escape and kill game.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #52 Supremacy: Call of War 1942
67% matchMostly Positive72% of 6,188 reviews2017
Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 35.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #53 Trenches of War
68% matchVery Positive90% of 91 reviews2017
Dev: Vashta Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Trenches of War is a fast-paced World War I-inspired strategy game. Battle through the Alps by spawning units and capturing trenches, barracks, and factories. Cross rivers that rise when it rains. Use or destroy bridges and cornfields that may aid or deter your maneuvers.
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #54 WWR: Warfare Robots
67% matchMixed49% of 169 reviews2021
Dev: XDEVS LTD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Join robot war games. Walking war robots battle games for free. Download now!
- #55 Theatre of War 2: Kursk 1943
70% matchMixed68% of 229 reviews2010
Dev: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Theatre of War 2: Kursk 1943, the historically accurate and detailed real-time tactical war game, welcomes military history fans to the battle which gave the Red Army the strategic initiative for the rest of the war.
Why similar: Strategy 100%