Games like Lords of the Black Sun
Looking for games like Lords of the Black Sun? Here are top strategy recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with StarDrive, Galactic Civilizations III or StarDrive 2.
1 47%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, story43% User Score 1,175 reviewsCritic Score 64%2 reviewsStarDrive 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 …
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2 80%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, grinding78% User Score 12,958 reviewsCritic Score 82%11 reviewsGalactic 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.
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3 61%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, grinding55% User Score 2,790 reviewsCritic Score 69%6 reviewsStarDrive 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…
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4 72%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaystability, grinding76% User Score 5,101 reviewsCritic Score 66%6 reviewsMaster 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…
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5 45%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, grinding45% User Score 1,184 reviewsCast off! Cosmonautica is a fresh take on space trading in a procedurally generated universe, paired with quirky humor for your intergalactic enjoyment. Are you ready for some hilarious adventures in outer space? Start by boarding a washed-up space cruiser and fulfill your destiny as an aspiring captain on the hunt for fame and fortune. Cosmonautica combines elements of space trading and crew simu…
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6 43%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, optimization40% User Score 747 reviewsCritic Score 55%1 reviewsThe Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included. Customize your own starships, amass your fleet, explore the outer reaches of the galax…
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7 58%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaygrinding, music58% User Score 316 reviewsCritic Score 56%1 reviewsHorizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets. You will also learn more about the galaxy as you come into contact with ten other species, each with their own unique culture, history and schemes. A full…
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8 81%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, optimization82% User Score 12,281 reviewsCritic Score 80%18 reviewsEndless 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…
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9 57%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, music55% User Score 292 reviewsCritic Score 65%1 reviewsA 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.
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10 82%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsgrinding, stability80% User Score 766 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviewsGalactic 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.
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