Games like Children of the Galaxy
Looking for games like Children of the Galaxy? Here are top strategy recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Galactic Civilizations IV, Pax Nova or Endless Space 2.
- 73%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, grinding74% User Score 1,870 reviewsCritic Score 73%9 reviews
As the all-powerful leader of a spacefaring civilization, you must seek out new star systems and discover the exciting potential of the subspace realm. There are thousands of worlds to colonize and dozens of civilizations - both old and new - to encounter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Civilizations IV.
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- 57%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, music55% User Score 292 reviewsCritic Score 65%1 reviews
A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as new dangers. Build new cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pax Nova.
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- 81%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, optimization82% User Score 12,281 reviewsCritic Score 80%18 reviews
Endless Space 2 will put you in the fascinating role of a leader guiding a civilization in making its first steps into the cold depths of interstellar space. You will explore mysterious star systems, discover the secrets of ancient races, develop advanced technologies of unthinkable power, and, of course, encounter new life forms to understand, to court or to conquer. Your story unfolds in a gal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endless Space 2.
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- 82%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsgrinding, story82% User Score 1,092 reviews
Massive scale 4X-RTS set in space. Control hundreds of planets, manipulate galactic politics, research numerous advanced technologies, and command thousands of units and hundreds of planets in your quest for galactic dominance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Ruler 2.
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- 72%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaystability, grinding76% User Score 5,101 reviewsCritic Score 66%6 reviews
Master of Orion, the award-winning and critically acclaimed strategy game, has returned. The iconic 4X strategy gameplay of Explore, Expand, Exploit and Exterminate that formed the blueprint for a whole generation has been resurrected and upgraded. Stunningly enhanced for a new line of players, Master of Orion inherits and redefines its core elements, providing a graphically beautiful and deeply r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Master of Orion.
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- 61%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, grinding55% User Score 2,790 reviewsCritic Score 69%6 reviews
StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles. As the galactic ruler of your race you will lead your people into a procedurally-generated galaxy, exploring and expanding your space empire to greatness. Exploi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarDrive 2.
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- 48%Game Brain Scoregameplay, emotionalgraphics, stability48% User Score 66 reviews
Predestination is a turn-based sci-fi 4X game set in the distant past of our own galaxy. Ships from countless races are sent back in time by an enemy known as the Revenants and must now work to rebuild their empires. Explore the galaxy, colonise habitable worlds, meet alien races, and wage war. Predestination aims to blend the gameplay of classic titles like Master of Orion II with more modern 3D … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Predestination.
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- 87%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsgrinding, monetization87% User Score 4,904 reviews
Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sins of a Solar Empire II.
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- 47%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, story43% User Score 1,175 reviewsCritic Score 64%2 reviews
StarDrive sets a new benchmark for the ‘4X Space Strategy’ genre. Starting with a single planet and a small number of space-worthy vessels, you must venture forth into the galaxy, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours. How you play is your decision. Use diplomacy or brute force. Trade, spy and research your way to galactic … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarDrive.
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- 73%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsoptimization, music70% User Score 3,688 reviewsCritic Score 80%4 reviews
Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game. The Universe is Yours!Huge Galaxies with up to 2,000 star systems and tens of thousands of planets, moons and asteroids are yours to explore and exploit, whether pe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Distant Worlds 2.
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