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Games like Wavefront: Vanguard

Games like Wavefront: Vanguard

Games like Wavefront: Vanguard

Looking for games like Wavefront: Vanguard? Here are top tactical real-time strategy recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Carrier Command 2, Trident: Naval Doctrine or Islands.

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  1. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 4,332 reviews
    Critic Score 62%Based on 2 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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  2. Join Discord About the GameReal time naval tactics game with entire fleets, squadrons or single surface combatants at your command. Employ every modern military technology: anti-ship and anti-radiation missiles, airborne early warning, sonar and signal surveillance, stand-off radar jamming and layered anti-air defense. Tailor your fleet composition down to the equipment of a specific ship or air… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trident: Naval Doctrine.

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  3. Island Island Island is a low-poly cartoon-style sandbox survival crafting game. Set in an infinitely dynamically generated world of floating islands, all terrain unfolds in real time as you move—the map has no boundaries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Islands.

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  4. Background story In 1942, the brutal actions of Japanese fascism became increasingly rampant on the Pacific battlefield. They slaughtered civilians, abused prisoners of war, and forced soldiers to carry out kamikaze attacks, causing unprecedented levels of terror on the battlefield. In this extreme situation, you are summoned to go on a mission to end all these atrocities. Game Features Rich w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Judgment Day: Pacific Assault.

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  5. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    88% User Score Based on 380 reviews

    Command your crew in Boat Crew, a gripping action-strategy experience amidst the Pacific War. Take charge of a PT boat against Imperial Japan, skillfully managing resources and personnel by any means necessary to ensure victory in this high-stakes conflict. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boat Crew.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    ⚠️ IMPORTANT WARNINGX-POINT IS NOT A CASUAL GAME. There is no simplified tutorial There are no quick victories There is no “press a button - get fun” Mistakes have consequences If you are not ready to study, read, analyze, and learn from your own failures - please do not buy this game. ❌ WHAT THIS GAME DOES NOT OFFER To avoid false expectations: ❌ this is not a shooter ❌ this is not… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X-POINT.

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  7. You play as zombie or human. Real players only, no artificial intelligence. Epic open world multiplayer first-person shooter. Be part of massive teams clashing together, fighting for dominance in a beautiful tropical island setting far away from civilization where only the best survive. Let's bite! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombielantis.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    80% User Score Based on 906 reviews

    Inspired by classic RTS titles like Command & Conquer with a nod to famed board game Axis & Allies, Line War combines elements of 4X, wargame, and real-time tactics genres into a unique strategic experience for veterans and newcomers. This game has a never-before-seen approach that lets you focus on drawing commands and executing a strategy rather than managing individual units. Chain commands an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Line War.

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  9. About This Game Hannibal is a grand strategy and real-time tactics game where every decision on the campaign map can turn into a decisive battlefield clash. Build your power across regions, plan your invasions, manage your army, and when war begins, take direct control of your forces in real-time battles. In Hannibal, conquest is not only about having the largest army. Victory depends on timing,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hannibal.

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  10. Build a Bronze Age empire in a real-time 4X grand strategy game where battlefield tactics, logistics and political upheaval shape every campaign. Trade caravans support your armies. Roads make dangerous crossings more manageable. Government reforms can weaken your forces just as a war reaches its decisive moment. Start with your first settlement. Build the economy that supports your ambitions and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fertile Crescent.

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  11. A real-time naval strategy game set in an alternate-universe archipelago. Design your own warships and aircraft, refine resources to fuel a war economy, then command fleets to launch carrier strikes, hunt submarines, and seize islands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flotsam Front.

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  12. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Panzer vor is a real-time strategy with tank-only battles. Player can to create and customize own teams, hire crew, buy and modify tanks. Take part in various battles on different maps, customize your setup and tactics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Panzer Vor.

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  13. 31%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    47% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Real-time Online PvP(12 vs 12) and PvE Battles: Experience heart-pounding action in real-time battles against players from around the world. Engage in intense PvP and PvE battles in different game modes, bringing historical realism to Navy Field, the ultimate online action game. Command Legendary Warships: Take control of over 500 warships from the USA, UK, Japan, Germany, Soviet Union, France, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NAVYFIELD : CROSSFIRE.

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  14. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    73% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Battlefield Commander WWII is a real-time tactics game that emphasizes strategic decision-making over micromanagement, with a focus on realistic combat and authentic unit behavior. Years and Theaters The game contains units from the Soviet Union and Germany spanning the late war period (1944-45). Units from the early war ('39-'41) and mid-war ('42-'43) are planned to be introduced. Other nations, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battlefield Commander WWII.

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  15. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    76% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Renaissance was an era of science, arts, philosophy - and the art of war. Split between warring kingdoms, merchants, and religions, the Renaissance saw the rise of mercenary armies, waging war across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East for the highest bidder, with captains of these forces making or breaking nations. Renaissance Kingdom Wars puts you in the well-trodden shoes of one such captain. Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Renaissance Kingdom Wars.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 5,048 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

    You play the role of a military commander hidden deep within an underground bunker. Your mission - to successfully exterminate your enemy's civilian population whilst disabling their ability to attack your own. Start by launching your battleships, submarines, and bombers in order to decimate your opponent's defences. Scramble together your alliances, but remember only one can stand victorious. Pre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEFCON.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 2,148 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    NOVEMBER 5TH, 1983. Here, now, at the height of the Cold War, hundreds of America’s brightest men and women are poised deep underground in concrete bunkers known as Launch Control Centers, ready and awaiting the order to unleash nuclear armaggedon. Today, USAF First Lieutenant Derek Evans joins their ranks. And his first day on the job could be a big one. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ICBM.

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  18. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 9,825 reviews

    Wargame Red Dragon is thrilling in single-player mode with its new dynamic campaign system, and also offers an extensive multiplayer mode where up to 20 players can compete against each other simultaneously. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wargame Red Dragon.

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  19. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    50% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    IMPORTANT NOTICEThis game will be permanently removed from the Steam Store on October 6th, 2025. The multiplayer servers are expected to remain online until Summer 2026. If you already own the game, you can keep playing it from your library. For more details, please read our full announcement. About the Game Of Ships & Scoundrels takes you on a journey to unknown lands that wait to be exp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Of Ships & Scoundrels.

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  20. Welcome to the exhilarating world of Paper Planes, Prepare to embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey where strategy, skill, and precision are the keys to victory. In this fast-paced game, you'll engage in epic dogfights, outmaneuver rivals, and strategically dismantle their bases to claim dominance in the skies. Gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Planes.

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  21. RoadmapTo end early access Story mode : Act 2 and 3 Multiplayer mode : more levels in the catalog Multiplayer mode : different difficulty level for the bots Tower workshop : improve Bunker and Tall base Better balance fights Fix bugs About the GameA tower defense revisiting the genre for both enjoyers of the old sweet TD days and newcomers. Defend your kingdom, customize your towers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Towers Heritage.

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  22. Command your one and only army in a compact turn-based strategy played across a medieval war board. Roll for Action Points, cut enemy supply lines, build your realm and storm rival capitals, then watch your tiny soldiers settle the fight in fast automatic battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Provinces.

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  23. Ironholm: Reign of the Isles is a real-time strategy game about conquering medieval islands. Expand your kingdom, capture new regions, and defeat all opposing factions. Plan your expansion, strengthen the most important points on the map, and look for the right moment to strike. You begin with a small headquarters on a new island. From there, your expansion begins: grow your territory, buil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ironholm: Reign of the Isles.

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  24. END OF EMPIRES: BREAKING THE CYCLE is a Sci-Hy (scientific hypothesis) game—the second in the genre WILLSWAYSTUDIOS is pioneering. It explores Center Libertarianism through play: a multi-perspective 3D strategy-ARPG set in World War III where you survive, craft, build, fight, and participate in counter-economics and direct democracy. The entire world—every building, character, and vehicle—is built… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to End of Empires: Breaking the Cycle.

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  25. Wood’N’Destroy is an explosive real-time strategy game where you must build your base, manage your resources, and annihilate your enemies in intense tactical battles. Chop wood, grow your economy, train your army, and prepare to destroy enemy bases before they destroy yours. Every match is a fight for dominance: strategy, adaptation, and timing will make the difference between victory and destru… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wood'N'Destroy.

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  26. Project Ardeal is a real-time strategy game where you manage your citizens, develop a robust economy, and command your armies in strategic battles. Game Features Classic RTS Action: Build up your town, gather resources, and lead your armies to victory! City Builder Mechanics: Manage your settlement with care. Ensure your citizens’ needs are met to prevent unrest, avoid desertions, and fend o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Ardeal.

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  27. Immerse yourself in the ultimate real-time strategy war game where all of human history is at your command. Create powerful empires across all eras on a scale never seen before. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium Eternal.

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  28. Delta Poly: Block Ops is a low-poly, large-scale tactical FPS built for epic, extended battles. Join up to 64 players on massive maps in conquest-style warfare, where vehicles, class roles, and territorial control define the fight. Engage across desert, urban, and varied terrain as you command jets, tanks, helicopters, Humvees, motorbikes, AA guns, missile trucks, and more. Capture strategic poin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delta Poly: Block Ops.

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  29. Take command and join 400 players in a massive WW2 strategy game lasting TWO-MONTHS in real-time. Queue up commands and watch them play out over the day. Collaborate, strategize and relive D-Day like never before. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Real-Time General.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Set sail in Rum N’ Gold, a naval Battle Royale action that takes you back to the age of sail. With tactical combat, ship customization, and a relentless storm, every round is a thrilling adventure!DYNAMIC SAILSHIP COMBAT Engage in tactical battles on the high seas. Anticipate enemy moves, pick your shot, unleash your cannons, and dodge the return fire.CUSTOMIZE YOUR SHIP Unlock a variety of ships … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rum N' Gold Royale.

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  31. Unfortunately due to geopolitical reason, production is postponed until further announcement. Welcome to AirFlow, where the vast expanse of the sky becomes your battleground! Prepare to embark on adrenaline-fueled adventures in epic aerial combat like never before. In AirFlow, you'll pilot powerful airplanes in intense battles for sky, land and sea, mastering the art of dodging enemy fire, while s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AirFlow: Sky Is The Limit.

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  32. A physics-driven RTS set in modern conflicts. Every jet, tank, helicopter, and missile is truly simulated — guided missiles can be evaded and misled. Plan operations from CENTCOM briefings, hand-pick your roster, bring every soldier home, and seize the oil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Military Destruction: Shock & Awe.

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  33. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Experience Strategy and Excitement with Square Wars! ️ Are you ready to rule vast territories starting from a single square? ⚔️ Build your strategy, manage your resources wisely, and rise to the top by defeating your enemies! Square Wars invites you to a thrilling world where you can play solo or with friends. Single Player, Local Co-op, and Online Multiplayer Modes! Conquer alone or challen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ⁤Square Wars.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    60% User Score Based on 10,827 reviews

    Broken Arrow is a large-scale real-time modern warfare tactics game that combines the complexity of joint-forces wargaming with action-packed real-time tactics gameplay.  Featuring over 300 realistic military units and technologies, each battle offers an immersive experience with endless replayability. Experience a gripping narrative-driven campaign featuring 19 handcrafted missions set in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Arrow.

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  35. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    85% User Score Based on 9,518 reviews

    Command massive armies in this epic mech auto-battler. Draft your troops, customize your units, master your formations, and crush enemies in spectacular 3D battles. All strategy, no clickfest. Outsmart opponents in 1v1, 2v2, free-for-all, or Survival Mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mechabellum.

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  36. 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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  37. Real-time strategy stripped to the decision. Every factory you hold builds without pause - you choose where those ships go, and can turn them in mid-flight. Commander mode adds the war economy: iron and gold networks, turrets, satellites, orbital strikes. Up to eight online. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Helion Conflict.

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  38. Online multiplayer drone warfare in space. Persistent universe, keeps going when you aren't logged in. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Interface.

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  39. STEEL PHANTOMSA modern military real-time strategy game. Three factions fielding real-world machines - tanks, drones, rocket artillery, anti-air. Every match is decided by tactics, not reflexes. Campaign: 21 MissionsA full campaign across all three armies - 7 missions each. Storm cities, hold the line, hunt enemy commanders, and unleash devastating superweapons. Every faction fights its own way. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STEEL PHANTOMS.

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  40. Suburbia takes place in a small town full of kids with nothing but time on their hands. Enough time to start a block war. Take a journey through childhood. Every day the kids in the neighborhood gather to play a game of war that spans the entire neighborhood street block but things will inevitably get out of hand and the battle will eventually expand to take place throughout the entire county. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Suburbia.

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  41. This game is still approximately one year away from its minimum viable version. The following content will be gradually updated and added in future versions. ASSEMBLE YOUR TEAM Gear up and log in—it's training time! Seven minutes of intense action stem from 7,000 attempts! What? No gaming in the lab? Captain, let me explain... FIGHT WITH STRATEGY Control tactical bonus points, infilt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gestalt System.

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  42. Battles of Chaos is a medieval fantasy real time strategy and tactics hybrid game, blending the best elements of the two genres. Play great, realistic open-field battles or sieges in single-player, cooperative or PvP mode, where the emphasis is on combat, with base building elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battles of Chaos.

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  43. [Welcome to the Post-Apocalyptic Playground] Disrupts traditional gameplay while preserving its essence. The building will be automatically rebuilt after it is destroyed. "Map resources will run out; without expansion, the system will collapse." "Transportation Strategy: Changing Building Locations" Gravity cannon sweeping the ground When an enemy is killed, its wreck… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remnant Afterglow Tower Defense.

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  44. The First Explorers® is a settlers-like game, that offers the perfect mix of organic city-building and RTS in a bustling world. Set in the time of antiquity in Europe, you will play as the Romans, Carthaginians or Gauls. Are you ready to raise an army backed by a thriving economy? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The First Explorers®.

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  45. "Polyzone" is a dynamic war zone where strategy, skill and style collide. Enter the polygonal battlefield, customize your loadout, and join the epic multiplayer experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Get the demo for free now and become the best futuristic warrior! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Polyzone.

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  46. WarBirds26 is both an MMO and Single Player Combat Flight Simulation and aerial shooter. This is a game where flying skill matters. It is not an arcade shooter. Fly well and survive. Fly poorly and you will be called "target." Whether flying solo or joining online squadrons, WarBirds26 offers deep, realistic World War II combat across air, land, and sea. With over 30 years of developm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WarBirds26.

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  47. Your Islands Are in Danger, Lord!In a majestic land composed of countless islands, enemies have risen to destroy your settlements and annihilate your people. Yet, as the Lord of these lands, you are the last line of defense! Combine your real-time strategy skills and tactical thinking to build the perfect army, position your soldiers strategically, and defend your islands against enemy invasions. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lord Of Island.

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  48. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews
    Critic Score 46%Based on 2 reviews

    Running Fable is an online multiplayer racing-strategy game for up to 10 players, in which each player must place items and traps strategically before battling against each other on vibrant fantastical levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Running Fable.

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  50. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 1,978 reviews

    The RTS/FPS phenomenon has moved into space! Build and command fleets of starships for epic space battles, pilot fighters, mine and trade resources, assemble robots to defend or assault other stations. Take sole command or share the glory as you fight for control of the quadrant. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Executive Assault 2.

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