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Looking for games like Elysium? Here are top tactical strategy recommendations with a historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Imperialist, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization or Europa Universalis: Rome.

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  1. Imperialist is a colonial-era 4X Strategy game where the path to becoming a Superpower runs through logistics, governance, and the slow burn of economic dominance — not just the size of your army. Your Capital is the Engine of EverythingEvery resource extracted from every province flows back to your Capital. Raw timber, iron ore, grain, silver — transported by wagon and cargo ship through a logis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperialist.

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  2. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 1,439 reviews

    This is the standalone expansion to Civilization IV and it doesn't require the base game in order to run. Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is the third offering in the award winning Civilization IV series. A re-imagining of the classic Colonization game Sid Meier created in 1994, Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a total conversion of the Civilization IV engine into a game expe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization.

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  3. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    62% User Score Based on 276 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Europa Universalis Rome Gold combines the epic strategy title Europa Universalis Rome with the expansion pack Vae Victis. Experience one of the most defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Europa Universalis: Rome.

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  4. A Turning Point in History The year is 1600. Across the world, nations and peoples stand almost simultaneously at turning points that will shape the centuries to come Rule from the Highest Seat of PowerIn Mandate 1600: The East, you are not simply choosing a country - you are taking responsibility for governing it. Can the central treasury afford another war? How much taxation can the provinces… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mandate 1600: The East.

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  5. 35%Game Brain Score
    35% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Rise of the Roman Empire, the strategy war game of Roman Empire. Go back to the age of Empires and build a dynasty that will stand the test of time! Caesar, we will plunge you into the age of great empires and conquest! Strategically upgrade your warriors, and protect your city, travel back to the age of Empires. Join the battle to rewrite history of Rome and Europe! The glory of Rome awaits you i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of the Roman Empire: Rome.

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  7. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    51% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Combining elements from both trading and strategy games, Commander: Conquest of the Americas will appeal to a wide range of players.Players take charge of one of the many European powers aiming to conquer the New World. Starting from 16th century, players can choose from many different nations, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. Founding new colonies and then making them thrive i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commander: Conquest of the Americas.

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  8. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 918 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 4 reviews

    Field of Glory: Empires is a grand strategy game in which you will have to move in an intricate and living tapestry of nations and tribes, each one with their distinctive culture. Set in Europe and in the Mediterranean Area during the Classical Age, experience what truly means to manage an Empire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Field of Glory: Empires.

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  9. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    55% User Score Based on 164 reviews

    What will be the strategy game if you throw out all the grind from it, all the boring annoying actions and leave only strategy and tactics? It became interesting to us and as a result we received Generals & Rulers. Try it now! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Generals & Rulers.

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  10. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 552 reviews

    Write your own story and change the course of history as you lead of one of the Great Powers during the era of the First World War. Can you prevail as modern industrialized warfare changes the age of empires forever? Your actions will influence world events as you navigate a path through shifting alliances, emerging technologies and self-serving nations who hold power over vast populations eager … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Making History: The Great War.

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  11. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    82% User Score Based on 58 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 2 reviews

    Four centuries of detailed history come alive in Paradox’s classic grand strategy game. Lead any nation from Renaissance to Revolution in a complex simulation of the early modern world. Master the art of war, diplomacy and trade to shape and change your nation’s history! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Europa Universalis IV.

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  12. Are you ready to set sail into the unknown and lead your people to glory? Accept your appointment as His Majesty’s Viceroy of the New World. Take command of your country's finest men during the Age of Exploration. Discover the mysteries of this distant, uncharted land to the west. Build, trade, rule. Outwit your rivals. Outlast the storms. Quell the discontent. Govern with authority. Establish… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colonerra Age of Exploration.

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  13. Build your legion and military camp, providing your legionnaires with everything they need. Find friends of Rome through diplomacy or seize resources and turn your enemies into slaves. You will immerse yourself in a harsh Roman world where there is no place for the weak. The Empire is an ever-hungry beast. Its greatness is built upon the bones of conquered tribes, and its heart beats only a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legatus.

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  14. ROME HAS COME TO BRITAIN. Invasion of Britannia is a third-person strategy RPG set during the Roman invasion of Britain in AD 43. Step into a living, historically grounded world where settlements grow, trade, starve, fight, and fall without waiting for the player to arrive. You begin as part of Rome's expeditionary force, learning to survive on the edge of the empire by gathering resources, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invasion Of Britannia.

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  15. 80%Game Brain Score
    80% User Score Based on 92 reviews

    An epic turn-based conquest and strategy game set during the years of the glorious Roman Empire. Hail Caesar! Your legions await you to conquer the world and lead Rome and your dynasty to eternal glory. Transform Rome from a small city-state in the heart of the Italian peninsula into the greatest civilization the world has ever seen. Lead your legions in epic battles against every kingdom and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Dynasties: Roman Empire.

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  16. Fires in the villages and cities in the south of France haven't yet extinguished and big English armies are already wreaking havoc in the north. War spreads over new territories, more countries are involved in the conflict, Brittany is plunging into a civil war, and high war taxes are pushing peasants into revolts. The power of the Church has also been broken, it is fought by simony, nepotism and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noble's Life: Kingdom Reborn.

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  17. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    If you enjoyed the game, consider supporting me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mysteriousdeveloperIf you want to play a similar strategy game, check out Feudalism Game:https://mysteriousdeveloper.itch.io/feudalism-game Instructions Further Below Welcome to Fall of Bronze, a game taking place during the Bronze Age Collapse(Extra Credits videos linked below). You must take care of the nation of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fall of Bronze.

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  20. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    75% User Score Based on 988 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 4 reviews

    It is a time of war in Europe. Driven by new ideas of Enlightenment, the hearts of men and women across the continent are inflamed with dreams of freedom and glory. This is the moment for a military genius to forge himself a name to be remembered throughout all eternity. This is your moment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperial Glory.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    71% User Score Based on 320 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    Assume control of a Middle Eastern country recovering from a violent revolution. It is up to you: Forge alliances, grow your economy, invade your neighbors, or pacify your population. Rogue State is a geopolitical strategy game that will force you to always stay one step ahead of your rivals to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue State.

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  22. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    64% User Score Based on 70 reviews

    A turn-based WWI Grand Strategy game. Rush to field new modern weaponry and survive the horrendous attrition battles. Join the global conflict between the Great Powers of the age and forge a new world order for freedom or tyranny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Making History: The First World War.

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  23. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    65% User Score Based on 24,020 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 13 reviews

    "Paradox Development Studio returns to ancient history with Imperator: Rome, a new title set around the growth of Roman power in a threatening Mediterranean. Unify Italy and then the world under the eagles of your legions. Or rule an Eastern monarchy with claims to the mantle of Alexander. Slaves, barbarians and war elephants bring the distant past to life in Imperator: Rome. Can you be a Caesar?" If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperator: Rome.

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  24. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    81% User Score Based on 203 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 2 reviews

    Aggressors is a historical 4X turn based strategy game set in ancient times. The game is focused on military tactics, trading, home politics, advanced foreign relations, economics, esprit de corps, human motivation, research and is based on historical maps and sources. The main goal of the player is to lead his country through history and conquer other countries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aggressors: Ancient Rome.

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  25. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    58% User Score Based on 246 reviews

    Colonial Conquest is a conquest simulation set in the Victorian age of warfare and expansion of the late 1800's and early 1900's. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colonial Conquest.

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  26. Annals of Rome begins in 273BC and sets you as a Roman senator, with the ultimate aim of colonizing as much of the known world as possible, and retaining that power against Carthaginians, Vandals, Parthians, Persians and all the other world forces. You have a strong army at your disposal, and can direct your generals as to which countries they attempt to invade. The game is turn-based, and these … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Annals of Rome.

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  27. *treud- is proto-indo-european word means "to press, to apply force, to squeeze" which evolved in many forms including English "threat" or Russian "труд" (meaning labour/work) All game systems – production, society, control, war, and others – create a realistic simulation of the last 12,000 years of history (the Holocene), involving hundreds of tribes and states. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TREUD.

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  28. Era of TribesLead your tribe. Build a civilization. Shape the history of Europe. Era of Tribes is a grand strategy and civilization game in which you lead your people from the Neolithic Age to the High Middle Ages. Starting as a small tribe in an untamed Europe, you must expand your territory, establish cities, gather resources, develop new technologies and compete with rival civilizations for i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Era of Tribes.

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  29. Gameplay:Build It Up! – The Holy Roman Empire is a medieval simulation combining city-building, resource management, strategic battles and sieges. Start as a small landowner with only a few settlers and struggle to survive your first winter. By gathering resources, building production chains, and trading wisely, you provide your people with the goods they need. Step by step, your village grows … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Build It Up! - The Holy Roman Empire.

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  30. Seven Kingdoms: The Mandate of Heaven A strategy game inspired by Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Nobunaga’s Ambition. About the Game: Step into the turbulent era of the Warring States period in ancient China, where seven kingdoms vie for dominance and the chance to unify the land under their banner. As the ruler of one of these rival states, your mission is to navigate the complex worl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seven Kingdoms: The Mandate of Heaven.

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  31. 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. THE GLOBE, REIMAGINED Experience our world as it was from the Nineteenth to the early Twentieth Century, hand-crafted from over a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gilded Destiny.

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  35. The complete Spanish Civil War from July 1936 to April 1939, with all units, weapons and events included on a weekly base. The most complete strategy game made on this conflict. Fight for your ideals, and take control of Spain! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SGS Spain at War.

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  36. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 316 reviews

    Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe is a deeply immersive turn based strategy game covering the greatest conflict in modern history! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strategic Command WWII: War in Europe.

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  37. Imperium BCE is a real-time 3D strategy game in which you can build cities, control armies, use both spies and diplomats to achieve different political goals, make technological discoveries, trade, and sign laws. The game is all about making the right choices, at the right time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium BCE.

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  38. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    96% User Score Based on 2,094 reviews

    The lands of England and Wales are ruled by powerful feudal nobles who cruelly oppress the people. They all have their eyes on the English throne, and they’re willing to do anything to seize it. The people cry out for a leader who can unite them: A leader worthy of a kingdom. Advancing the series’ trademark template of turn-based and real-time strategy, If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lords of the Realm II.

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  39. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Take on the role of a major country during World War II. You will control your country's production, trade, research, espionage, and command your troops in battle. Can you do as well as your historical counterpart? Or do you want to explore "what ifs" to see how history could have been changed. The entire world is included in the game. Want to attack Brazil? The choice is yours. The… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Destiny of the World.

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  40. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    80% User Score Based on 275 reviews
    Critic Score 30%Based on 1 reviews

    Prepare for the ultimate grand strategy experience. International trade, religious and cultural strife, military campaigns, diplomatic negotiations... here, you control it all. Making History II: The War of the World gives players the power to take full control of any world nation, colonies, regions, cities, and military units during the time leading up to and during the Second World War. Armchair… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Making History II: The War of the World.

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  41. 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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  42. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    79% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Gameplay introduction"War of Nations 2" ingenuity, integration of unprecedented game mechanism - turn-based gameplay under the framework of grand strategy, this innovative combination not only innovates the traditional mode of operation, by introducing turn-based mechanism, greatly simplifies the player's operational complexity, making the strategic layout more intuitive and smooth. At t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NationWar2:Chronicle.

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  43. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 47,120 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 5 reviews

    Encompassing one of the best-known periods in world history, Total War: Rome II will combines turn-based campaigns with large, cinematic real-time battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Total War: Rome II.

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  45. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 44,664 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 2 reviews

    Enhance your Crusader Kings II experience with these unique unit graphics for the African states south of the Sahara: Nubia Abyssinia Mali Songhay Ghana If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crusader Kings II.

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  46. 30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    42% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    This strategy will take you back to the year 1805, where you'll take control of one of the Indian princely states, in order to liberate India from the British invaders, annex the rest of the countries and unite the subcontinent under your command. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fate of India.

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  47. Community Playtesting and Tournaments!For Glory is currently in closed alpha with 16+ active playtesters. The core loop, four maps, ranked system, and tournament infrastructure are live and playable! Wishlist to follow development and visit the website link to feeely sign up as a potential playtester for upcoming community tournaments for the chance to win eternal glory and 1 of 1 champion armo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ForGlory.

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