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Games like Barren Planet Expansion: Waterworld

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  1. The mining planet Dapra, over which many battles have been fought, is mainly an arid desert world. But at the poles there is water, in the form of snow and ice. Volcanic activity produces running and free-standing water in the form of icy rivers and lakes. In the previous strife between the two mining corporations Nuvutech and Avuscorp, the polar regions were ignored, as being even more inhospitab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Barren Planet Expansion: The Polar Expedition.

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  2. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Dapra is a barren planet at the edge of settled space, surveyed only recently. The climate over most of the planet is arid and unpleasant. There is apparently no life on this world today, although ruins of a past civilisation remain.  But Dapra has a high concentration of valuable minerals that have attracted the attention of interstellar mining corporations. Two corporations in particular, Nuvute… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Barren Planet.

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  3. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 4,332 reviews

    Carrier Command 2 is Strategy, Planning and Teamwork on a scale that is both engaging and manageable. True to MicroProse's heritage and the debut title of the development company Geometa , Carrier Command 2 is all about meaningful decisions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carrier Command 2.

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  4. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    92% User Score Based on 109 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Athena Crisis is a modern retro turn-based strategy game that places you in command of distinct units including infantry, tanks, and air forces in your journey across multiple worlds. Embark on a challenging single-player quest or dive into the thrill of ranked or casual multiplayer modes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Athena Crisis.

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  6. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    82% User Score Based on 210 reviews
    Critic Score 0%Based on 13 reviews

    Welcome back to the world of TINY METAL, Commander! TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE puts you in the boots of three unique commanders bonded by fate, each with their own squads to command and strengthen up on their quest to put an end to a new mysterious, rising threat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TINY METAL: FULL METAL RUMBLE.

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  7. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    78% User Score Based on 1,273 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    Galactic Civilizations II: Endless Universe is a compilation featuring the content of Dread Lords, Dark Avatar and Twilight of the Arnor. It was released exclusively in Europe on September 26, 2008 and it was published by Kalypso Media. The compilation was released as Galactic Civilizations II: Ultimate Edition in North America on February 9, 2009. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Civilizations II: Endless Universe.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 182 reviews

    WarPlan is an incredibly accurate World War II simulation engine. It is a balance of realism and playability incorporating the best from 50 years of World War II board wargaming. Play a recreated World War II in every detail, thanks to the engine flexibility and database. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WarPlan.

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  9. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 451 reviews

    Your heroes and your armies will need strong leadership to take them on a spellbinding odyssey that has everything a gamer’s heart could wish for breathtaking worlds in space, battles against cunning enemies and even downright treason from your own government faction - are you up to it? Accept the challenge…let this gripping EARTH 2150 RTS trilogy thrust you into the far future… and YOU will decid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earth 2150 Trilogy.

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  10. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    67% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Admiral of Fleet: Carrier Battles in WW2 is a real-time, tactical naval warfare simulation game focusing on carrier battles in WW2. It features 20 scenarios covering the naval battles between carriers in the early stage of the war, from December 1941 to the end of 1942, before US mighty industry tipped the balance in her favor and finally overwhelmed Japanese resistance. You are posted as overall … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carrier Battles WW2: Admiral of the Fleet.

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  11. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    WarPlan Pacific is an operational level wargame which covers all the nations at war in the Pacific theatre from December 1941 to 1945 on a massive game scale.SCALES WarPlan Pacific uses the same game system as WarPlan Europe with additional features and improvements. The game covers all the nations at war in the Pacific theatre from December 1941 to 1945. The game's scale is massive, covering 62 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warplan Pacific.

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  12. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 8,492 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    The Infinite War rages on across the galaxy. Negotiations have failed and our only hope for an end to the destruction is through victory in combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance.

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  13. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 154 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 2 reviews

    A pixel-art turn-based Galaxy total war game. You can select 14 factions, 54 heroes, hundreds of warships and mecha, and command multiple fleets to carry out great strategic operations on the map of the galaxy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaos Galaxy.

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  14. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    78% User Score Based on 5,124 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 12 reviews

    Rekindle humanity’s adventurous spirit by leaving the tired Earth to find new fortunes in the untapped resources of Mars in Offworld Trading Company, the economic real-time strategy game from Civilization IV designer Soren Johnson. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Offworld Trading Company.

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  15. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    89% User Score Based on 188 reviews

    CARRIER BATTLES is a classic hex-and-counter digital wargame covering the naval-air battles of the Pacific War, from 1942 to 1943. Find your opponent and strike at him before he sinks your precious carriers, while preventing them from invading or supporting your own amphibious operations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carrier Battles 4 Guadalcanal: Pacific War Naval Warfare.

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  16. WEGO World War II: Overlord is an operational-level, ground-centric WEGOWW2 game system. Built on the engine of Desert War/Stalingrad, this hex-based wargame recreates the Allied invasion of Western Europe. The game includes 14 historical scenarios, ranging from the landing at Omaha beach to a huge 135-turn campaign that covers the entire Normandy campaign. The game can be played by both sides usi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WEGO World War II: Overlord.

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  17. Lead the Invasion. Conquer the Galaxy. Learn from Your Mistakes. (Or Don't.) Zyx empire is rising again! Now, it's your job to invade planets, harvest resources, and strategically obliterate any species standing in your way. Deploy. Gather Intel. Survive or Eliminate Everyone. Each mission drops you into enemy territory. Your job? Land, scout, extract resources, and analyze enemy b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invaderz.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 5,870 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

    Endless Space - Definitive Edition includes all the expansions and updates released for the game (including Endless Space Disharmony). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endless Space.

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  19. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 12,624 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 8 reviews

    Dune: Spice Wars is a real-time strategy game with 4X elements, from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. Set in Frank Herbert’s groundbreaking Dune universe, you must lead your faction and battle for control and dominance over the harsh desert planet of Arrakis. Best your opponents through political intrigue, crush them in combat, and undermine them with your network of illusive … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dune: Spice Wars.

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  20. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    87% User Score Based on 85 reviews

    DESCRIPTION Flashpoint Campaigns: Southern Storm is a grand tactical wargame set at the height of the Cold War, with the action centered on the year 1989. As the force Commander, you will plan and then issue orders and Standard Operating Procedures to your battalion, brigade, or regimental forces shaping the fight by maneuver and your intent. The game engine is based on asynchronous WEGO turns. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flashpoint Campaigns: Southern Storm.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 836 reviews

    Build Your Navy, from pre-Dreadnoughts to Aircraft Carriers and Missile Cruisers! Rule the Waves 3 is a simulation of naval ship design and construction, fleet management and naval warfare from 1890 to 1970 and will place you in the role of 'Grand Admiral' of a navy from the time when steam and iron dominated warship design up to the missile age. Rule the Waves 3 will let you design and build the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rule the Waves 3.

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  22. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    68% User Score Based on 160 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 19 reviews

    Tiny Metal is a military themed turn-based tactics game. It's simple yet has deep gameplay with an engaging story. Play as Artemisian Lieutenant, Nathan Gries, as he commands his units to victory against the villainous nation of Zipang. There will be several friends and enemies along the way with varied factions, units, and abilities in the 8-10 hours of single player campaign gameplay. Players wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TINY METAL.

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  23. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    63% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Ancient Frontier is a turn-based strategy RPG set in the far future. You command the fleet. Players will explore, conquer, pillage, or liberate the frontiers of space. Take control of massive fleets of capital ships and support craft as you play through multiple campaigns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancient Frontier.

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  24. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 1,490 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Distant Worlds: Universe is the newest chapter of this critically acclaimed sci-fi series, adding incredible new features and an exciting new storyline.  Universe is also the ultimate collector’s edition, the first time all previous Distant Worlds releases have been included in one package, along with an updated manual and greatly expanded modding support. Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Distant Worlds: Universe.

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  25. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    65% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    I am excited to announce that Stellar Sovereigns has qualified to GDWC 2022 and its submission is now open for the public. I invite you to take a look at and like and share to increase its ranking. Stellar Sovereigns is an Indie 4X space strategy game with turn based empire management and real time strategic combat set in a customizable 3D star cluster.  Build an interstellar empire by colonizing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Sovereigns.

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  26. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    65% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Our civilization has fallen. From the ashes, four new powers emerge. Immerse yourself in a combat-heavy twist on a classic turn-based 4X strategy where steam, steel, atom and diesel-punk corporations clash to spread their technology and the way of life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Punk Wars.

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  28. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    A hybrid of challenging turn-based strategy and customizable card collection gameplay set in a medieval fantasy universe. Campaigns Gather your armies, ready your spells and delve into an engaging single player campaign. Complete missions for each of the 4 factions to gain more cards and immerse yourself in the unique story of each of Humans, Undead, Orcs, and Elves. With more chapters released … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Draw.

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  29. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, optimization
    98% User Score Based on 786 reviews

    In Armoured Commander II, you take on the role of a tank commander in World War II. Featuring a roguelike focus on turn-based and procedurally-generated strategic gameplay, you must lead your tank crew through a multi-week campaign where your ultimate goal is simply to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armoured Commander II.

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  30. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    95% User Score Based on 1,055 reviews

    Voyage into the wide world of Eral as an explorer, trader, or privateer. Defeat your enemies on land or at sea in deep but straightforward tactical combat. Unravel the secrets behind Dominio's betrayal – or sail off in search of your own adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horizon's Gate.

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  31. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 3,260 reviews

    After tracking a Soviet landing force bound for Iceland it is time to plan your attack. Do you silently close in to torpedo the landing ships and escape during the resulting chaos? Or strike with long-range missiles but risk counterattack from the enemy escorts? Have you detected them all, could another submarine be out there listening for you? Has the hunter become the hunted? Will you survive th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cold Waters.

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  32. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 12,958 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 11 reviews

    Galactic Civilizations III is the largest strategy sandbox ever made. Start with a single world and expand across the galaxy through diplomacy, trade, cultural hegemony or military conquest in this single-player or multiplayer 4X strategy game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Civilizations III.

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  33. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    74% User Score Based on 678 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 2 reviews

    From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Federation.

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  34. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    64% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Deadlock II: Shrine Wars is an exciting game of strategy, resource management and military conquest. Each race has its own strengths and weaknesses - learn to exploit them to your advantage. Build, trade, research, attack, as you search for the ancient knowledge that will grant you ultimate control over the entire Universe. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadlock II: Shrine Wars.

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  35. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 416 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

    Attack of the Earthlings combines turn-based combat and stealth in a dark comedic single player campaign, where you the player, take control of the native alien race to defend your homeworld from the invading humans. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Attack of the Earthlings.

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  36. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    76% User Score Based on 462 reviews

    Welcome Admiral! Select your fleet, assign weapons, and sink the enemy fleet by controlling each of your ships down to setting the aim and range of each weapon's shot. Features include full open world Pacific & Atlantic campaigns, cross-platform multiplayer and awesome turn-based naval battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle Fleet 2.

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  37. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 586 reviews

    Deceptively simple... amazingly deep. Creeper World 2 thrusts you into the 14th millennium fighting and enemy that flows and oozes through the terrain. Employ advanced weapons,gravity manipulating repulsors, wormhole like rifts, and your own wit against this never yielding enemy. Excavate terrain, unearth techs, crystals, remnants and other artifacts. Face a new mechanical enemy that employs gravi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creeper World 2 Anniversary Edition.

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  39. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    51% User Score Based on 114 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 1 reviews

    Strategic War in Europe takes you back in time to World War 2. Following the 'easy to learn, hard to master' design principle, Strategic War in Europe combines accessibility with a plethora of strategic options. A compact, large-scale map and clear basic rules will not overwhelm you, yet the choices you will be presented with should satisfy all your tactical needs. From overthrowing governments an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strategic War in Europe.

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  40. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    48% User Score Based on 158 reviews

    - Persistent and customizable squads - Upgradeable and unique (per class) skill tree for all units - Customizable mechs - Different Worlds with unique environments. - Customizable Battlecruiser. The Battlecruiser serves as the base of operations, and can be customized with weapons or infrastructures that will boost the squad numbers, teleport soldiers or even bombard the battlefield. - Faction rel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mechs & Mercs: Black Talons.

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  41. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    44% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Are you ready for a new level in online card games? Draconian Wars is possibly the most strategic and challenging online card game out there. Engage in fierce combats, manage your limited resources and outmaneuver your opponent. Draconian Wars is a game of combat, resource management and battlefield tactics. The battlefield is the lands and skies of Hyperborea, an exotic continent rich in natural … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Draconian Wars.

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  42. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    48% User Score Based on 201 reviews

    Galactic Civilizations is a space based strategy game in which you are in control of humanity's destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Civilizations I: Ultimate Edition.

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  43. 7%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    10% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Void Eclipse is turn-based strategy in an immersive sci-fi world, blending card battle tactics with 4X grand strategy. Explore the stars, Evolve your army and Fight an alien threat. Help characters or harm them - will you be Feared, Admired, or Respected? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Eclipse.

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  44. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere
    97% User Score Based on 2,547 reviews

    What began as a conflict over the transfer of consciousness from flesh to machines escalated into a war which has decimated a million worlds. The Core and the Arm have all but exhausted the resources of a galaxy in their struggle for domination. Both sides now crippled beyond repair, the remnants of their armies continue to battle on ravaged planets, their hatred fuelled by over four thousand year… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Total Annihilation.

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  45. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 928 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 7 reviews

    Become the greatest of mages in this turn-based fantasy epic set in the world of SpellForce! From the humble beginnings of your small wizard’s tower, send forth your minions and heroes to explore the realms of Eo. Grow your influence and power and fill your grimoire with arcane knowledge. Face off against magical competitors in your hunt for ancient artefacts and hidden secrets as you build up you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpellForce: Conquest of Eo.

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  46. Join Our Community About the GameTAKE COMMAND Lead a storm of land, sea, and air forces to ultimate victory in the grid-based tactical battle simulation game TINY METAL 2! As the commander, YOU decide what units to produce, what resources to capture, and when to attack. Can you triumph against an alliance of fearsome enemies, or will you be crushed under the treads of their advance? The fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TINY METAL 2.

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  47. Infinite Fantasy Battlefront is a real-time strategy game with a background setting in a world of science fiction and fantasy. It features various civilizations and factions of different styles, and more will be continuously added during the game's operation and updates. Players can use different heroes and armies to play by themselves or with friends in multiple PVP and PVE modes. The game's over… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinite Fantasy Battlefront.

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  48. ABOUT:Take a control over a faction developing unit roster, engage in missions, manage resources and laws and survive in politically fragmented sci-fi galaxy full of roaming raiders, conquer other factions and develop planets. Real time tactics -  without base building or units "spawning" during battles.  Single-player, indie. Focus is on large-scale modern to sci-fi battles with semi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mk50TWL Vehicle Battler Custom Slider.

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  49. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, monetization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Para Bellum - Hold the Line is a 3D real time small unit tactics game. Your task is to hold off enemy attacks wave after wave using a variety of different Units and Supports in your arsenal to the best of your abilities in Campaign and Skirmish modes. UNITS Deploy and order a multitude of different Units including Riflemen, Medics, Machinegunners and Anti-Vehicle Infantry. SUPPORTS Turn the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Para Bellum - Hold the Line.

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