Games like XCOM: Enemy Unknown
Looking for games like XCOM: Enemy Unknown? Here are top tactical turn-based strategy recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with XCOM 2, Xenonauts or Phoenix Point.
1 View Game84%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayoptimization, stability85% User Score 59,932 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviewsIn XCOM 2, players lead the resistance against an alien occupation on Earth, commanding a force of soldiers in turn-based combat missions. The game features strategy layers including base building, research, and global tactics to manage, with procedurally generated levels ensuring unique challenges. As the commander of XCOM, players must make difficult decisions and plan carefully to make every soldier count in the fight for humanity's survival.
View Game2 View Game84%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsstability, grinding87% User Score 5,068 reviewsCritic Score 70%1 reviewsXenonauts is a single-player, turn-based strategy game set in a 1960s Earth defended against alien invasion. Players manage a military organization, completing ground missions with persistent soldiers and intercepting UFOs. With good game mechanics, graphics, and soundtrack, Xenonauts offers a wholesome and replayable experience, although some bugs and grinding may be present. Based on classic X-Com games, it aims to modernize and introduce the genre to new players.
View Game3 View Game71%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, stability71% User Score 4,968 reviewsCritic Score 70%2 reviewsIn Phoenix Point, lead the Phoenix Project to reconquer a post-apocalyptic Earth overrun by mutating aliens. Manage resources, research new technologies, and build your bases to dominate the battlefield. Shape your strategy through diplomacy or combat with various human factions, all vying for survival and power in a ruined world.
View Game4 View Game81%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, optimization81% User Score 2,358 reviewsXenonauts 2 is a strategy game where you command a global organization defending Earth from alien invasions. Manage resources, research technologies, and command troops in tactical battles. Experience improved graphics, new maps, and expanded gameplay mechanics over its predecessor. Confirmation code: 480XIWKW7H
View Game5 View Game89%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsstability, optimization97% User Score 4,522 reviewsCritic Score 60%2 reviewsIn X-COM: UFO Defense, you command a global military organization fighting an alien invasion. After shooting down UFOs, lead soldiers in investigating crash sites, battling aliens, and recovering valuable technology. Researching and manufacturing alien tech brings you closer to understanding and defeating the extraterrestrial threat.
View Game6 View Game80%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayreplayability, grinding78% User Score 3,709 reviewsCritic Score 81%9 reviewsSurvive the first invastion of the Locust Army in an innovative take on the hit Gears series. Lead a squad of stranded soldiers in the initial days of the war. Use your wits to fight against the overwhelming odds. Gears Tactics merges turn-based action with an intense combat experience and a gripping character-driven narrative. Lead on, commander! Features Rich and immersive story - You are Diaz, …
View Game7 View Game81%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayoptimization, grinding80% User Score 12,574 reviewsCritic Score 83%18 reviewsIn "Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters", play as the Grey Knights, an elite group of warriors, and fight against the corrupting forces of Chaos to stop the spread of a deadly plague across the galaxy. This turn-based tactical RPG features a unique playable character, Castellan Garran Crowe, and a thrilling sci-fi setting complete with a gripping storyline and original soundtrack. Uncover the mysteries of the Grey Knights and protect humanity in this brutal and challenging game.
View Game8 View Game82%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayoptimization, stability85% User Score 16,337 reviewsCritic Score 80%28 reviewsBattleTech is a turn-based tactical 'Mech combat set in the classic 3025 era of the BattleTech Universe. From the creators of the Shadowrun Series!
View Game9 View Game76%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, optimization75% User Score 24,640 reviewsCritic Score 75%1 reviewsIn XCOM: Chimera Squad, humans and aliens work together in a post-invasion world to maintain order in City 31. As the leader of this diverse squad, you'll manage agents with unique abilities and personalities, and use strategic turn-based combat to complete missions. The game introduces new tactical elements, including breaching, disruptable environments, and a reworked weapon system, providing a fresh take on the XCOM series.
View Game10 View Game80%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaygrinding, emotional80% User Score 886 reviewsCritic Score 78%3 reviewsFantasy General II: Invasion is a turn-based strategy game with a 33 scenario campaign, featuring a prequel campaign and additional exclusive content in the Hero Edition. The General Edition includes the base game, soundtrack, artbook, printable world map, and two future expansions, providing a discounted option for purchasing future content.
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