- #1 Blood & Bananas
97% matchMixed64% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Spotted Moth
Windows
Enter the world of corporate politics, in this cold war grand strategy, become a monopoly of resources, buy the market, build an army, drop a nuke or hire a spy as you conspire against your peers and leaders. Become the greatest power via trade or war, in blood & bananas
Why similar: Cold War 14.6% ★, Political Sim 12.6% ★, Diplomacy 10.9% ★, Capitalism 10.5%, Trading 10.1% ★
- #2 Government Contractors: Arms of Influence
96% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Dan K.Pub: Strategy Games Interactive
Windows
Historically accurate strategy game where you act as a government contractor researching, developing, and manufacturing weapons and technology for your clients. You choose the parts for each product, but be aware that cheap or wrong political choices may affect your success rate!
Why similar: 4X 14.3% ★, Cold War 13.7% ★, Political Sim 12.5% ★, Diplomacy 12.4% ★, Wargame 9.5%
- #3 EraTurn
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lobelia Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape your civilization’s destiny in this epic turn-based strategy game. Manage resources, advance technology, and conquer through the ages. Every choice transforms history—will your empire rise to greatness or fall to obscurity?
Why similar: Diplomacy 13.8% ★, 4X 13.4% ★, Political Sim 12.6% ★, Politics 11.4% ★, Wargame 9.5%
- #4 Tropico 7
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gaming Minds StudiosPub: Kalypso Media
Windows
Get rich or die trying! In Tropico 7, you step into El Presidente’s shiny boots again to build your island nation and – literally – move mountains. As glorious leader you guide your loyal citizens (and your Swiss Bank Account) through the ages toward untold prosperity.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.7% ★, Colony Sim 11.4% ★, City Builder 11.1%, Cold War 10.4% ★, Politics 10% ★
- #5 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition
94% matchMixed58% of 621 reviews2023
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The latest edition of the ultrarealistic world simulator where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition! New Additions: dive deeper into the war in the Ukraine with artillery, trenches, mines, troop morale, etc; detailed immigration management; the justice system; and children.
Why similar: Diplomacy 19.7% ★, Political Sim 18.6% ★, Politics 17.8% ★, Wargame 12.9%, Trading 12.5% ★
- #6 Precipice
94% matchVery Positive80% of 323 reviews2019
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A game of diplomacy and war in the atomic age. Safeguard your closest allies and change unfavorable regimes without giving away your long-term ambitions. Every action risks an enemy reprisal, and if nobody backs down from a standoff, we all lose.
Why similar: Cold War 21.3% ★, Political Sim 17.3% ★, Politics 15.7% ★, Diplomacy 15.5% ★, 4X 9.3% ★
- #7 To Victory
93% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Old_Gamer
Windows
This is a single player strategy management game.Base on a randomly generated map.It includes construction, trading, strategy, and management elements . Players need to make decisions to achieve the final victory.
Why similar: 4X 18.9% ★, Political Sim 14.7% ★, Cold War 14.3% ★, Wargame 11.6%, Diplomacy 11.4% ★
- #8 Edge of Power
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: David IusPub: Red Border Studio
Windows
A political sandbox where you become the architect of your state. Change the laws, manage the economy, and change the lives of citizens! Here you write your own history of your own country and the whole world. See how your decisions will affect the course of history!
Why similar: Cold War 15.8% ★, Diplomacy 14.6% ★, Political Sim 13.4% ★, Trading 11.4% ★, Wargame 10.4%
- #9 World Warfare & Economics
91% matchMixed63% of 666 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: 4X 16.5% ★, Political Sim 15.7% ★, Diplomacy 15.1% ★, Politics 13% ★, RTS 9.1%
- #10 Megacity Builder
91% matchMixed49% of 49 reviews2017
Dev: Andrew Rowe
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A city builder that has all the bells and whistles you know and love with one twist. In Megacity Builder you build a whole nation not just a city. Pass laws at the national level. Build cities like in classic city builders while producing resources to feed your massive capital.
Why similar: Diplomacy 18.1% ★, Political Sim 17.7% ★, Politics 14.1% ★, Capitalism 12%, Trading 11.5% ★
- #11 Kingdom Wars 4
90% matchMixed67% of 236 reviews2021
Dev: Reverie World StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 39%
It's 1347, the time of the Hundred Years' War. In this historical grand strategy and RTS hybrid you play as one of 200 minor lords across medieval Europe, Africa or Middle East. Rise up to take over your Kingdom and be crowned, then fight to preserve your empire as Black Death descends on Europe.
Why similar: 4X 15.3% ★, Diplomacy 14.5% ★, Wargame 11.4%, Colony Sim 10.9% ★, RTS 9.8%
- #12 Uncharted Sectors
89% matchNo user reviews2029
Dev: Luc ToupensePub: N42C
Windows · Linux
A grand strategy game built on a deep economic simulation and orchestrated by an intelligent AI storyteller. Ensure the survival of your domain at the edge of the galaxy: colonize worlds, manage populations, navigate politics, design custom goods, and master dynamic markets.
Why similar: Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Political Sim 15.1% ★, 4X 14% ★, Economy 11.7%, Capitalism 11.1%
- #13 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
89% matchMixed56% of 836 reviews2021
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
A new expansion of the ultra-realistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! New Features for 2021: administration of the EU, Covid vaccinations, Biden's Challenge, political coalitions, diplomatic negotiations, worldwide tax and free-trade agreements.
Why similar: 4X 19.4% ★, Political Sim 16.7% ★, Politics 13.3% ★, Wargame 12.3%, RTS 10%
- #14 Three Kingdoms : Alias
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plotrick
Windows
A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.
Why similar: Political Sim 16.8% ★, Politics 15.6% ★, 4X 13.8% ★, Wargame 13.6%, Diplomacy 11.5% ★
- #15 Trade Conquest
87% matchMostly Positive70% of 71 reviews2024
Dev: GrandPaw Games
Windows
Rise from a cunning strategist to a powerful ruler. Master economic warfare, manipulate global events, and build industries or armies to conquer the world. Every decision in this modern Grand Strategy game shapes your ascent to power—will you rise through wealth or force?
Why similar: Diplomacy 16.4% ★, Politics 15.7% ★, Political Sim 15.3% ★, 4X 12.3% ★, Capitalism 11.4%
- #16 Rules of War
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Active Endeavour Games
Windows
Take command in this 4X-lite strategy game with fast-paced tactical combat and missile warfare. Build your economy, deploy land, sea, and air units, expand borders, advance technology, and navigate deceitful diplomacy. In a world of collapsing nuclear powers, can you lead your nation to victory?
Why similar: Cold War 22.4% ★, 4X 21.1% ★, Diplomacy 15.3% ★, Wargame 12.1%, Economy 11.7%
- #17 Age of Enlightenment
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GSG Johan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape the destiny of the world as an 18th century ruler. Forge alliances and prepare your armed forces to expand your domain and colonize new lands. Or focus on internal development and help your subjects thrive with prudent economic policy and lawmaking. The choice is yours in Age of Enlightenment!
Why similar: Diplomacy 17.6% ★, Politics 16.8% ★, Political Sim 15.4% ★, Capitalism 12.6%, Economy 10.1%
- #18 Clash of Stars
85% matchMixed52% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Star Magic
Windows
MMO Real-time strategy star game.
Why similar: 4X 22.5% ★, Political Sim 16.1% ★, Wargame 15.9%, Massively Multiplayer 14.3%, RTS 12%
- #19 Globalism
84% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: igelanium games
Windows
A global strategy for the 21st century. The threat of nuclear war, economic inequality, overpopulation of some regions and extinction of other regions, the crisis of capitalism... Find your solutions to the current problems of mankind!
Why similar: Political Sim 16.6% ★, Politics 14.5% ★, War 13.1%, Wargame 13.1%, Trading 11.5% ★
- #20 NationWar:Annals
84% matchMixed68% of 168 reviews2021
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a deep focus on the Spring and Autumn period of the Warring States period of the grand strategy and real-time combat fusion sandbox game.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.4% ★, 4X 19.7% ★, Political Sim 15.8% ★, Wargame 12.4%, RTS 11.1%
- #21 Agecraft
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SnakyDevelop
Windows
Agecraft is a historical strategy and city-building sim. Build your settlement, develop the economy, take care of your people, and guide your civilization through the ages, from the Stone Age to the future.
Why similar: 4X 20.7% ★, Trading 13.5% ★, Diplomacy 12.9% ★, Colony Sim 12.4% ★, City Builder 12.2%
- #22 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
82% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A Giant Strategy Sandbox experience set in Warlord China. *Tons of playable factions! *Communist insurgents, * Boxers like rebels, *Greedy warlords, *Mongol riders, *A mad russian baron, *Shanghai gangsters, *And armored trains!
Why similar: 4X 21.1% ★, Diplomacy 17.8% ★, Political Sim 16% ★, Politics 14.6% ★, Wargame 10.8%
- #23 Autocrats
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Singular Programmer
Windows
Rule your nation in a first-person government simulator. Expand your territory, command armies, control resources, and forge alliances. Lead your people to prosperity or dominate all nations.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.8% ★, Politics 17.1% ★, Wargame 14.9%, City Builder 11.4%, Economy 10.4%
- #24 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
81% matchMixed59% of 961 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.
Why similar: 4X 21.9% ★, Political Sim 19% ★, Wargame 13.5%, Politics 13.1% ★, RTS 10.9%
- #25 The Blackout Project
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Lone Roc Games
Windows
Manage your contry energy requirements, avoid blackouts, sustain industrial developpement, avoid civilization collapsing.
Why similar: Trading 19.2% ★, Political Sim 16.9% ★, Politics 16.9% ★, Diplomacy 16.5% ★, Capitalism 13.9%
- #26 War and Politics
79% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: JIYUTORISEI
Windows
A strategy simulation that combines elements of war and politics. Take on the role of President (or Prime Minister) and manage the government, policy, taxes, military, and diplomacy. Win elections and achieve victory in war. Turn your beliefs into reality.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.5% ★, Political Sim 19.8% ★, Politics 15.5% ★, Wargame 11.3%, War 11%
- #27 暗色战争(Dark Conflict)
80% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Li
Windows
Welcome to "Dark Conflict"! This is a game full of strategy and war elements, allowing you to play as a leader, constructing buildings, assembling armies, and developing resources to compete for the glory of victory.
Why similar: Political Sim 20.7% ★, Wargame 17.1%, RTS 14.7%, City Builder 14.3%, Economy 12%
- #28 NWO - Anarchy Collapsed
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KNK DEVELOP
Windows · Mac
A grand strategy game of world domination. Conquer and unite 195 countries before an unknown enemy arrives. Build your economy, military, and influence. Choose war or diplomacy, control resources, and shape the future—only one ruler will rise to the top. Will it be you?
Why similar: 4X 21.6% ★, Diplomacy 20.5% ★, Wargame 13.6%, RTS 12%, Military 11%
- #29 3 Days War
78% matchVery Positive84% of 707 reviews2023
Dev: 荆棘鸟工作室
Windows
3 Days War is a unique multiplayer strategy war game. Integrating the mechanics of RTS+4X, it allows dozens of players to engage in a three-day real-time strategy competitionon. Commanders, use your skills, strategies, games and even deception to become the ultimate winner!
Why similar: Cold War 20.9% ★, 4X 17.7% ★, Political Sim 15.5% ★, Wargame 12.2%, RTS 10.7%
- #30 Build It Up! - The Holy Roman Empire
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tec Enterprise
Windows
Build thriving cities in the Holy Roman Empire! Manage resources, production, and trade in a complex economy. Plan defense and siege. Expand your empire through military might or diplomacy and claim the imperial crown!
Why similar: 4X 18.4% ★, City Builder 15%, Trading 14.3% ★, Economy 13.7%, Colony Sim 13.2% ★
- #31 Logistic Master
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strudio Company
Windows
Have you long dreamed of feeling like a businessman? Welcome to the world of house and money! Create your own huge company and seize power in the country. Build cities, sell resources, transport goods, change laws to suit your needs!
Why similar: 4X 17.6% ★, Political Sim 15.9% ★, Trading 13.9% ★, Capitalism 11.6%, Colony Sim 11% ★
- #32 SandTable War: Three Kingdoms
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 古玩工作室
Windows
"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: 4X 19.1% ★, Political Sim 16% ★, Politics 15.8% ★, Wargame 13.8%, RTS 13%
- #33 Twilight Struggle: Red Sea
76% matchMixed68% of 44 reviews2023
Dev: Playdek, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Answer the summons of the trumpets and bear the burden of the Twilight Struggle. Set during the ideological tension of the Cold War, Twilight Struggle: Red Sea places the United States and the Soviet Union at odds in the Horn of Africa. Every choice you make will impact the balance of power.
Why similar: Cold War 26.3% ★, Politics 22.3% ★, Wargame 16.6%, Military 12.2%, War 11.4%
- #34 Billionaire in the Oil Boom
74% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2025
Dev: Pizza OK Games
Windows
Wealth, power, greed: in the oil boom of the 1960s, money never sleeps. Invest in stocks, commodities and real estate, acquire companies and manipulate markets to build a financial empire. Use mergers, Ruthless speculation and strategies to dominate the global economy.
Why similar: Capitalism 21.4%, Political Sim 17.3% ★, Economy 15.6%, Trading 12.9% ★, Politics 11.4% ★
- #35 Gilded Destiny
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aquila InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Forge empires, incite revolutions, and reshape society in Gilded Destiny, the definitive grand strategy game of the Industrial Age. Take command of your chosen nation and lead it to glory through masterful diplomacy, sweeping industrialization, and decisive warfare.
Why similar: Diplomacy 17.6% ★, Politics 16.8% ★, Political Sim 15.6% ★, 4X 13.9% ★, Capitalism 11.8%
- #36 Age of Resistance
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Luis Humberto
Windows
Age of Resistance is a modern grand strategy set in South America. Manage your economy, internal stability, political ideologies, and regional conflicts in real-time with pause. Will you be able to dominate the continent?
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.4% ★, Wargame 14.5%, Political Sim 13.8% ★, RTS 13.4%, Military 10.1%
- #37 Final Vanguard
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Pepper Inc.
Windows
Rule a living interstellar empire in this real-time 4X grand strategy. Make decisions that shape civilian lives, manage fragile supply lines, lead military conquests, and decide whether your civilization thrives or collapses under its own expansion.
Why similar: 4X 22.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.9% ★, Political Sim 15.3% ★, Wargame 12.5%, RTS 11.4%
- #38 European Card Wars
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Run-O Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Classic strategy drama of the century, you take control of a nation. Rule your country and gain freedom, become the ruler of the world with depth and historical consistency. Rewrite the history of the world and build a magnificent empire.
Why similar: 4X 21.3% ★, Diplomacy 19.2% ★, Politics 16.8% ★, Wargame 13.4%, Military 9.9%
- #39 Economic Miracle
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strudio Company
Windows
Build your own state in the most detailed economic simulator! Playing for the government of any country in the world, you will have to conduct domestic and foreign policy, pass laws, carry out economic reforms and fight. Try a real simulator of modern times!
Why similar: Political Sim 21.6% ★, 4X 18.8% ★, Trading 17.7% ★, Capitalism 16%, War 12.3%
- #40 Impeached 2
72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Justin Proulx
Windows · Mac · Linux
Anyone can be President, so why not you? Become President of the United States in this text-based political satire strategy game, then push your morals and values upon hundreds of millions of people. Will you be a benevolent leader or a ruthless dictator?
Why similar: Politics 19.8% ★, Political Sim 19.6% ★, Diplomacy 19.2% ★, Capitalism 13.4%, Economy 9.5%
- #41 Rise to Power: Banana Republic
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pizza OK Games
Windows
Take on the role of an ordinary citizen and build your political career: lead parties, influence the media, control institutions and decide the fate of Isla Paraíso.
Why similar: Political Sim 26.2% ★, Politics 26.1% ★, Diplomacy 17.5% ★, Economy 11.4%, RTS 8.3%
- #42 Tlatoani: Aztec Cities
71% matchVery Positive86% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: Perspective GamesPub: Paradox Arc
Windows
Give rise to wonders of the Aztec Civilization as you build your own magnificent metropolis in this ancient city builder. From humble beginnings build, trade, manage and conquer to become Tlatoani (Emperor).
Why similar: Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Colony Sim 15% ★, Trading 14.8% ★, City Builder 12.5%, RTS 10.9%
- #43 Kill Capture Destroy
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lite Nite Game Studios
Windows
Kill Capture Destroy (KCD) is a real-time strategy and combat game that combines the intensity of military vehicle gameplay with the depth of strategy and simulation. It gives you control not just over the battlefield, but over the politics and government decisions driving the wars.
Why similar: 4X 19.9% ★, Diplomacy 17.8% ★, Political Sim 17% ★, Trading 13.4% ★, Wargame 12.6%
- #44 Strategeist
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Starfish, Inc.
Windows
Become a strategeist and lead one of hundreds of nations on the globe across centuries of conflict and diplomacy in this grand strategy game. Balance war, politics, and internal institutions to shape the fate of your empire, and secure your legacy in history.
Why similar: Diplomacy 19.9% ★, Politics 15.8% ★, 4X 12.2% ★, Economy 9.9%, Wargame 8.7%
- #45 Rename the History
70% match7 user reviews50% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Codime Dev
Windows
Lead your country in one of the most difficult periods of post-war history. At this time, you will have to choose between the strong, or become a great power. To go west or east? It's up to you to decide.
Why similar: Diplomacy 18.8% ★, Politics 12.4% ★, War 12.4%, Military 11.7%, RTS 10.1%
- #46 Hedge Fund Tycoon
70% matchMixed42% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: Stikcy
Windows
Are you ready to climb the ranks of the elite and become the wealthiest hedge fund in the world? In this thrilling new stock market game, you'll trade stocks, bonds, and use corruption to achieve your goals. Don't miss your chance to dominate the world of finance and amass a fortune.
Why similar: Political Sim 21.2% ★, Politics 18.7% ★, Capitalism 16.1%, Diplomacy 15.6% ★, Economy 13.3%
- #47 Global Protocol: New World Order
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dorlion Interactive
Windows
Command any nation in a modern grand strategy simulation set in 2026. Manage diplomacy, economy, espionage, and warfare while shaping the global balance of power. Lead a superpower or build a small state into a global force in a dynamic geopolitical sandbox.
Why similar: 4X 26.5% ★, Political Sim 17.2% ★, Diplomacy 14.4% ★, Wargame 11.9%, Capitalism 10.1%
- #48 Geo-Political Simulator 5
69% matchMostly Negative34% of 690 reviews2024
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The new 5th edition of the hyperrealistic global simulator game where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition or the president of a large multinational company, with a completely redesigned interface, a new ultra-detailed map, complete control of companies and new scenarios for 2024.
Why similar: Political Sim 20.3% ★, Wargame 15.3%, Capitalism 12.7%, RTS 12.5%, Politics 11.1% ★
- #49 Socialism Simulator
69% matchVery Positive96% of 277 reviews2022
Dev: Sempiternal Rain
Windows
The civil war is over. To the rapturous cheers of the crowd, you and four of your companions take control of the country. The young socialist state proudly raises its flags, its eyes fixed on a distant, bright future.
Why similar: Diplomacy 20.3% ★, Cold War 20% ★, Politics 19% ★, Political Sim 18.9% ★, War 10.7%
- #50 Terminal Conflict
70% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2020
Dev: Strategy Mill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Touch the world with your fingertips! Your retro terminal awaits your command, for the balance of power, in this definitive Cold War strategy game. Here you belong; assert your leadership through turn based strategic tit-for-tat, on the brink of mutually assured destruction. Don't let it slip away!
Why similar: Cold War 26% ★, Political Sim 17.7% ★, Politics 14.1% ★, Wargame 13%, Board Game 10.4%
- #51 Systemic War
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play of Battle SA
Windows
Lead your nation in a modern grand strategy game (2008–2025), using a macroeconomic model with exchange rates, diplomacy, and hybrid warfare. Engage in kinetic warfare on the strategic map, then shift to RTS battles at focal points.
Why similar: Diplomacy 20.3% ★, Political Sim 15.6% ★, Wargame 12.7%, Capitalism 11.3%, RTS 11%
- #52 4th Generation Warfare
68% matchMixed56% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows
As the leader of a nation, dispatch and control your team of characters all around the world to destabilize your enemies and establish your supremacy. All methods are fair game: hacking, sabotage, political interference, military strikes, corruption, treachery, assassinations, data theft…
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.6% ★, 4X 19.8% ★, Politics 16.9% ★, Political Sim 14.5% ★, Wargame 13.7%
- #53 Powerplay
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frantic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Powerplay is an RTS with a focus on resources and industry. Create supply chains, transport, and explore in this thrilling base builder. Grow into a powerful industrial nation, but don't spread too thin! Resources are finite and "the others" can reclaim what is theirs at any time.
Why similar: 4X 24.3% ★, Colony Sim 15.2% ★, RTS 15%, City Builder 12.8%, Wargame 12.2%
- #54 Epic City Builder 4
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2021
Dev: Andrew Rowe
Windows · Linux
In Epic City Builder 4 you build a whole nation across multiple maps. Pass laws at the national level. Fiddle with the budgets at the city level. Manage your taxes and spending well and later you could be laying out whole cities at once.
Why similar: Political Sim 21.2% ★, Diplomacy 17.4% ★, City Builder 12.6%, Capitalism 12.4%, Politics 12% ★
- #55 DOUGH: A Crime Strategy RPG
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: OMNIAPub: NotTheBestGames
Windows
A crime based 4X strategy game with heavy RPG elements. Money, power, women... in the Prohibition, the world of crime is prospering, but in it, the road to the top is filled with blood. The ruthless competition, the greedy politicians and the pesky policemen, everyone wants to come out on top!
Why similar: 4X 19.8% ★, Diplomacy 18.6% ★, Trading 15.1% ★, Political Sim 13.9% ★, Economy 10.6%
- #56 CastleOn
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lord Castleon
Windows · Linux
Build a castle! Grow economy, recruit troops from Europe and the Holy Land, man the walls and towers! Place traps and defeat attackers with arrows, wood and stone, fire, disease and cold steel! Survive the Third Crusade and conquer enemy lands in Castleon!
Why similar: Diplomacy 19% ★, Colony Sim 17.1% ★, City Builder 15.4%, Military 14%, War 13%
- #57 The Guild II Renaissance
68% matchVery Positive83% of 3,996 reviews2010
Dev: Runeforge Game StudioPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
For centuries Europe has been dominated by the church and nobility. On the shoulders of ordinary people the servants of god and the noble families justified their power and wealth. This was the incontrovertible, divine world order. A truly dark era… In the 14th Century the world order is beginning to transform itself.
Why similar: Colony Sim 22.6% ★, Economy 17.5%, Trading 17.2% ★, Politics 15.3% ★, Political Sim 9.3% ★
- #58 Sid Meier's Civilization VII
65% matchMixed48% of 53,475 reviews2025
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 44.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a revolutionary new chapter. Sid Meier's Civilization® VII empowers you to build the greatest empire the world has ever known!
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.3% ★, 4X 20.2% ★, Political Sim 13.8% ★, Military 10.8%, City Builder 10.7%