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The most interesting strategy games released in 1999

All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.

The Battleground Collection 2
The Battleground Collection 2

Strategy 01 January 1999

A compilation of four strategic productions set in the realities of the American Civil War, which took place in 1861-1865. The available scenarios reflect the most important battles of that period, including the Battles of Gettysburg, Shiloh and the Antietam River.

PC

The Battleground Collection 1
The Battleground Collection 1

Strategy 01 January 1999

Compilation of four strategy games referring to the historical period of the Napoleonic Wars and the great sea battles of the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries.

PC

Gangsters: Organized Crime
Gangsters: Organized Crime

Strategy 10 January 1999

An unusual combination of a strategy game with economic threads. If you would like to make a "non-rejectable proposal" to someone, take on the role of gang leader in the world of America of the 1920s.

PC

Close Combat III: The Russian Front
Close Combat III: The Russian Front

Strategy 12 January 1999

Another part of a very good strategy game set in the realities of World War II. This time the player has the opportunity to stand up for one of the parties involved in activities on the eastern front.

PC

SimCity 3000
SimCity 3000

Strategy 27 January 1999

SimCity is the third full-fledged version of the cycle of economic strategies developed by Maxis. The player again has the opportunity to try his hand at the role of builder and manager of a large metropolis. The creators of the game put emphasis on the aspect of simulation of city life, which translated into an increase in the number of dependencies between the various socio-economic factors.

PC

Gruntz
Gruntz

Strategy 05 February 1999

Gruntz is a strategy produced by Monolith Productions studio with elements of action and logic game. The player's task is to help the friendly creatures - the title Grounds - get out of the cave into which they jumped fleeing from the dangerous Clan of the Discontented and safely return to their kingdom in the land of Groan.

PC

Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri
Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri

Strategy 10 February 1999

Colonizing an alien planet, defeating its indigenous peoples and other contenders for power is a challenge for player Alpha Centauri, another game of legendary Sida Meier.

PC

Monster Rancher 2
Monster Rancher 2

Strategy 25 February 1999

The second part of a series of strategy games with elements of RPG and life simulation, in which we play the role of a beginner trainer of title monsters. Our task is to acquire new specimens and gradually increase their combat potential, so that they can win new victories during turn-based battles on the arena.

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Army Men II
Army Men II

Strategy 02 March 1999

Army Men II is the second installment of the popular real-time strategy cycle (RTS), developed by 3DO Company. The player once again takes command of the plastic soldiers who this time have to face the mad Colonel at the head of a sinister cult, as well as stop the zombie army created by the infamous Dr. Madda.

PC

Heroes of Might and Magic III: The Restoration of Erathia
Heroes of Might and Magic III: The Restoration of Erathia

Strategy 03 March 1999

The third installment in a popular series of turn-based strategy games set in a fantasy universe and developed by New World Computing. After the death of king Gryphonheart, Erathia was brought to its knees by the dark forces of Nighon and Eofol. Gryphonheart's daughter - Queen Catherine, the ruler of Enroth. returns to her homeland in order to unite her compatriots in the fight against the forces of evil.

PC

Battleground 9: Chickamauga
Battleground 9: Chickamauga

Strategy 10 March 1999

After a break due to the development of a new series, TalonSoft serves the ninth installment of its most famous strategic series. For the fifth time in the history of the cycle, the Civil War was taken to the workshop, this time focusing on the battles fought in September 1863 on the Chickamauga Creek River.

PC

Battle of Britain (1999)
Battle of Britain (1999)

Strategy 17 March 1999

Take part in the decisive moments of the Battle of England. A strategy game in which we can lead one side of the conflict - as a RAF or Luftwaffe Commander.

PC

Alien Nations
Alien Nations

Strategy 20 March 1999

Alien Nations is a strategy game set in a fantastic land inhabited by three different nations: brave Amazons, cunning Sajikis and brave Pimmons.

PC

RollerCoaster Tycoon
RollerCoaster Tycoon

Strategy 22 March 1999

RollerCoaster Tycoon is an economic strategy developed by Microprose. Players have the task of managing a virtual amusement park, taking care of its development, generated profits and visitors' satisfaction. The game also allows you to design your own attractions, including the title mountain queues.

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Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration
Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration

Strategy 23 March 1999

Continuation of an extensive strategy game. As the leader of one of the European powers from the 16th century, we want to achieve a dominant position in Europe. We are trying to achieve this goal by pursuing military, economic and political policies. The New World is also the arena of operations, the proper operation of which may determine our success.

PC

WarZone 2100
WarZone 2100

Strategy 26 March 1999

In 2100 the Earth is plunged into total chaos following the global nuclear catastrophe. The remnants of civilized nations are waging a war of control over what remains.

PCPS1

WarCraft II: Battle.net Edition
WarCraft II: Battle.net Edition

Strategy 30 March 1999

The definitive edition of one of the most famous real-time strategies in the history of electronic entertainment, which was originally released in March 1995. Warcraft II: Battle.net Edition offers the full content of the base game Warcraft II: Tides of Darkness and the expansion Beyond the Dark Portal released a year later (although the developers also planned to include two additional mission packs).

PC

Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty
Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty

Strategy 31 March 1999

An independent expansion for Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines – a famous tactical real-time strategy developed by Spanish Pyro Studios. The described expansion offers eight complex and dangerous missions that are entrusted to a small group of commandos, made up from soldiers with different abilities. Our team receives completely new tasks, such as capturing enemy soldiers, destroying artillery emplacements, or sabotaging a prototype plane.

PC

Civilization: Call to Power
Civilization: Call to Power

Strategy 31 March 1999

An alternative version of the cult "Civilization" which was not prepared by the creator of the series, i.e. Sid Meier. In production we play the role of the leader of one of the available nations and we care about its development. The authors decided to introduce a lot of new ideas to the game and at the same time resigned from a few classic solutions. Despite this, the game deserves attention because it contains a large number of units, wonders, buildings and technologies.

PC

East Front II
East Front II

Strategy 02 April 1999

Another part of the turn-based strategy game about World War II, by TalonSoft Inc. The game includes the eastern fronts of the title in 1941-1945. The game has improved graphics and interface, as well as improved multiplayer mode for 16 players.

PC

Small Soldiers: Squad Commander
Small Soldiers: Squad Commander

Strategy 05 April 1999

Small Soldiers: Squad Commander is a combination of real-time strategy and action based on an animated film called Small Soldiers.

PC

Aztec Empire (1999)
Aztec Empire (1999)

Strategy 15 April 1999

The Aztec Empire is a real-time strategy (RTS), whose plot presents an alternative vision of world history. The civilisation of the Aztecs has flourished to the other side of the Atlantic. The player has the opportunity to take part in a fictitious conflict between the title Aztec Empire, China and Russia. Developers from the New Media Generation studio have prepared an extensive single-player campaign and a network multiplayer mode for up to 7 participants.

PC

Yoot Tower
Yoot Tower

Strategy 19 April 1999

If you want to take care of real estate, start with... Yoot Tower. This sequel to the famous Sim Tower game will put a number of tasks and problems to solve for you as future builders and managers of skyscrapers.

PC

Malkari
Malkari

Strategy 20 April 1999

A strategic turn-based game set in space. We start with a small asteroid. Our goal is great expansion and conquest of the cosmos.

PC

Magic & Mayhem
Magic & Mayhem

Strategy 30 April 1999

Move to the land of mighty magic, great wizards and terrible monsters. There are many bloody clashes ahead of you on the way to final victory.

PC

Operational Art Of War: Century of Warfare
Operational Art Of War: Century of Warfare

Strategy 30 April 1999

The game is the highest challenge for strategy lovers and war games, many consider it to be the most perfect, but also the most difficult game of this type.

PC

Jane's Fleet Command
Jane's Fleet Command

Strategy 12 May 1999

As the commander of the American naval strike group, face the threats that await in the inflammatory points of our globe. A strategic real-time game set in full 3D.

PC

Saga: Rage of the Vikings
Saga: Rage of the Vikings

Strategy 14 May 1999

Saga: Viking Anger is a Cryo Interactive real-time strategy (RTS) with action set in the realities of Nordic mythology. The player directs the actions of the Viking clan, which must resist adversity and constantly threatening enemies. The advantage of the game is, among other things, a functional editor, which allows you to create your own scenarios and maps.

PC

Caesar III
Caesar III

Strategy 24 May 1999

Thanks to this game you can taste the taste of power felt by the emperor of the largest empire in human history, climb the ladder of Roman political career and build the most perfect city in the world.

PC

Ancient Conquest: Quest for the Golden Fleece
Ancient Conquest: Quest for the Golden Fleece

Strategy 08 June 1999

A real time strategy taking place in mythological realities. The creators prepared 14 missions comprising the Golden Fleece campaign and a multitude of individual scenarios. During the game we collect raw materials, fight against mythical beasts, recruit heroes and develop the fleet. In addition, a map and mission editor is available in the game.

PC

Worms United
Worms United

Strategy 11 June 1999

Worms United is a special edition of the cult turn-based strategy of Team 17 Software. The set includes: the first part of the Worms series and the Worms Reinforcements plug-in, containing a new campaign, as well as a refreshed interface and a map editor.

PC

Star Trek: The Next Generation - Birth of the Federation
Star Trek: The Next Generation - Birth of the Federation

Strategy 12 June 1999

Star Trek: Birth of Federation is a 4X strategy that focuses primarily on exploration, expansion, exploitation and extermination. This title is set in the realities of the best-selling sci-fi series Star Trek.

PC

Incubation: The Wilderness Missions
Incubation: The Wilderness Missions

Strategy 15 June 1999

Official addition to Incubation strategy turn-based game, offering 39 new missions in the dark jungle on the planet Scayra. For lovers of multiplayer games, the authors have also prepared 10 fresh multiplayer levels. The gameplay is also significantly extended by the map editor.

PC

Total Annihilation: Kingdoms
Total Annihilation: Kingdoms

Strategy 22 June 1999

Total Annihilation: Kingdoms is a real-time strategy created by developers from the Cavedog Entertainment studio. The action of the game is set in the fantastic land of Darien, where the war between four factions takes place. The player directs the actions of one side of the conflict, trying to defeat the opponents. The creators predicted 48 different missions in solo fun mode and the possibility of struggling with live opponents in multiplayer online games.

PC

Worms: Armageddon
Worms: Armageddon

Strategy 22 June 1999

Worms: Armageddon is an extended version of the cult turn-based strategy, Team 17 Software. The creators remained true to the original Worms gameplay, but added new fun modes, additional weapons and accessories for the title games. Along with the release of the game, WORMNET network service servers were also launched, allowing for multiplayer clashes via the Internet.

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Dungeon Keeper 2
Dungeon Keeper 2

Strategy 26 June 1999

Continuation of Bullfrog Productions' perverse and humorous real-time strategy. In the cellars it is again crowded with troublemakers looking for fame and riches. The dungeon guard has his hands full of robots setting traps on intruders, and he dreams of conquering the world on the surface.

PC

Black Moon Chronicles
Black Moon Chronicles

Strategy 27 June 1999

Become a brave and fearless knight, stand on one side of the conflict taking place in a beautiful fantastic, magical land and fight to defend the interests of your ruler.

PC

Extermination (1999)
Extermination (1999)

Strategy 05 July 1999

Polish RTS, which enables fighting on many fronts at the same time, as well as transport of troops and resources between the captured colonies.

PC

Rage of Mages II: Necromancer
Rage of Mages II: Necromancer

Strategy 10 July 1999

Rage of Mages II: Necromancer is the second part of a strategy game combining elements of RTS and cRPG, created by Nival's develeporan studio. The action is set in a fantastic world, and players have the opportunity to face more than 80 different monsters in 43 different missions. In addition to the solo mode, the game also offers a multiplayer option, in which up to 16 people can participate.

PC

Railroad Tycoon II: The Second Century
Railroad Tycoon II: The Second Century

Strategy 21 July 1999

Railroad Tycoon II: Second Century is an addition to the famous Railroad Tycoon II strategy and economic game, thanks to which we can feel like the great 20th and 21st century railway magnates.

PC

Pizza Syndicate
Pizza Syndicate

Strategy 21 July 1999

A strategy and economic game in which we play the role of the head of a restaurant serving pizza and we have to transform our small business into a large, international corporation making a fortune on the sale of this dish.

PC

Jagged Alliance 2
Jagged Alliance 2

Strategy 23 July 1999

The second part of the cult series of turn-based tactical games by Sir-Tech studio. As the commander of a group of mercenaries, we try to liberate the Arulco state from the reign of the bad queen. Between missions we manage the base, train soldiers and accept orders. The combat system itself offers a lot of options and games that enhance the realism of skirmishes.

PC

Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War
Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War

Strategy 28 July 1999

Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War is a real-time strategy (RTS) embedded in the popular Warhammer 40K universe. The plot of the game depicts the conflict between the mystical Eldar, representing the forces of the Empire, and the biotechnologically modified Tyranides. The player chooses the side, which will be guided by his actions and tries to tip the scales of victory. Game was produced by Strategic Simulations studio.

PC

Civilization II: Test of Time
Civilization II: Test of Time

Strategy 05 August 1999

An expanded edition of the cult turn-based strategy game by Sid Meier. Civilization II: Test of Time offers new worlds and a number of enhancements. The gameplay remains nearly unchanged in comparison with the vanilla version. Our task is still to forge the most powerful of civilizations, which we can achieve by conquest, economic development, diplomacy as well as trade and science.

PC

Force 21
Force 21

Strategy 10 August 1999

Tactical real-time strategy on war topics by Red Storm studio. The plot is set in the twenty-first century, where the outbreak of the Third World War takes place. We carry out missions with a group of soldiers in various locations. The game has nice three-dimensional graphics and multi-player mode.

PC

Braveheart
Braveheart

Strategy 11 August 1999

As the leader of one of the Scottish clans, stand up to fight the English occupier. Strategy game based on the famous film "Braveheart".

PC

Star Trek: Starfleet Command
Star Trek: Starfleet Command

Strategy 12 August 1999

A tactical game based on the popular board strategy set in the Star Trek universe. Players have the opportunity to play the role of the starship commander and stand up to fight enemy units.

PC

Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun
Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun

Strategy 24 August 1999

The third entry in the ground-breaking real-time strategy game series, this time calling back to the very first game from 1995. The game itself, however, takes us to the beginning of 21st century and once again puts us in charge of the weakened Nod Brotherhood or GDI alliance that tries to maintain the world peace under the command of General Salomon.

PC

Mob Rule: A Lethal Game of Monopoly
Mob Rule: A Lethal Game of Monopoly

Strategy 28 August 1999

America at the turn of the 20's and 30's. As a freshly baked "godfather" you have the task of controlling your city with all possible means.

PC

Panzer General 3D: Assault
Panzer General 3D: Assault

Strategy 31 August 1999

Panzer General 3D: Assault is a Strategic Simulations studio-produced strategy game set in the Western Front of World War II. The creators prepared eight single-player campaigns, in which you can play as the commander of the American, British, German or French troops, as well as a multiplayer network mode designed for the game with up to 4 players.

PC

Cutthroats: Terror on the High Seas
Cutthroats: Terror on the High Seas

Strategy 17 September 1999

A strategy and war game in which our task is to collect fortune from pirate activity in the Caribbean Sea. The action begins in 1652, i.e. during the period of the greatest pirate activity in the Caribbean Sea. The authors have prepared 6 million miles of lands and oceans, where we will come across, among others, 70 cities ready to be plundered.

PC

Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings
Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

Strategy 28 September 1999

The second installment belonging to an incredibly popular series of real-time strategy games. Age of Empires II: The Age of the Kings was developed by Ensemble Studios. The player assumes command of a civilization chosen (13 in total here) and leads them through subsequent stages of development. For example, one can play as Franks, Mongols, Celts or Vikings.

PCPS2

Disciples: Sacred Lands
Disciples: Sacred Lands

Strategy 28 September 1999

A strategic turn-based game set in the reality of fantasy. The game is reminiscent of the Heroes of Might & Magic series, where choosing one of the nations, we fight against numerous creatures and races, and our main goal is to take over the territory belonging to the enemy. The great possibilities of development of the main character, huge amount of spells and mode for many players make it worth giving a chance to this game.

PC

Homeworld
Homeworld

Strategy 28 September 1999

Developed by Relic Entertainment, a Canadian studio, the real-time strategy takes place entirely in three-dimensional space. Set in the distant future, the story of the game tells about the fate of the human race Kushan, living on the desert planet Kharak.

PC

Odium
Odium

Strategy 29 September 1999

An original PC game that combines elements of adventure games, turn-based strategies and RPGs, created by Polish studio Metropolis Software House, led by Adrian Chmielarz. The story of Odium is rather grim as it combines elements of political fiction, science fiction and horror. It is set inside a Russian military base on the territory of Poland, where a research on a super soldier was being conducted.

PC

Heroes of Might and Magic III: Armageddon's Blade
Heroes of Might and Magic III: Armageddon's Blade

Strategy 30 September 1999

The first official expansion to the renowned turn-based fantasy strategy game Heroes of Might and Magic III from the New World Computing studio. The storyline of the Armageddon’s Blade expansion tells the tale of the events, which took place after the end of the campaign of the vanilla version of the production.

PC

Tanktics
Tanktics

Strategy 08 October 1999

This is an RTS game in which we fight the opponent only with the help of tanks. This poorness in the arsenal and the type of weapons is compensated for by the huge, and sometimes even comical, variety in their construction.

PC

Army Men: Toys In Space
Army Men: Toys In Space

Strategy 13 October 1999

The third game from the series of real-time military strategies (RTS), whose heroes are plastic soldiers. This time the player has to help Sergeant Sarge and the Greens in defeating the Golden ones who allied with aliens. The game was produced by The 3DO Company's development studio.

PC

Seven Kingdoms II: The Fryhtan Wars
Seven Kingdoms II: The Fryhtan Wars

Strategy 15 October 1999

This title takes us to a magical world, in which we take control of one of several nations. Our task is to look after the interests of our citizens and to ensure victory in every fight.

PC

Sid Meier's Alien Crossfire
Sid Meier's Alien Crossfire

Strategy 20 October 1999

First extension to the turn-based strategy of Alpha Centauri signed with the name of Sida Meier. Alien Crossfire introduces a number of changes in the game, including seven new factions.

PC

Corsairs: Conquest at Sea
Corsairs: Conquest at Sea

Strategy 20 October 1999

A strategy-arcade game in which we play the role of an adventurous pirate. The action takes place in the 18th century. We shell ports, take part in sea battles, trade in goods, look for treasure or fulfill orders of one of the then superpowers. The authors also offered extensive city development options and an advanced diplomacy system.

PC

The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons
The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons

Strategy 27 October 1999

The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons is an extension to the third part of a series of real-time strategy developed by Blue Byte Software developers. The supplement introduces, among others, the fourth nation - Amazons, two campaigns, as well as a number of optional maps and scenarios. The creators have also enriched their game with new heroes, buildings, spells and a special unit - a thief.

PC

Rezerwowe Psy
Rezerwowe Psy

Strategy 27 October 1999

Reserve Dogs is a team tactical game produced by Nekrosoft. Players are in charge of a mercenary troop that deals with leading figures on the Polish political scene, the media, and even movie stars and celebrities. Due to the very derisive approach to the topic, the title aroused considerable controversy.

PC

Pharaoh
Pharaoh

Strategy 30 October 1999

A cult economic strategy game created by Impressions Games and published by Sierra Entertainment. Pharaoh takes place in the Nile valley, several hundred years B.C., and spans from the era of the great pyramids to the New Kingdom period. As the pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt, you have to transform local villages into great cities, take care of your people's needs, and make your country the greatest of them all.

PC

King of Dragon Pass
King of Dragon Pass

Strategy 31 October 1999

A fantasy-based production combining turn-based strategy elements, adventure games and RPGs. At the head of a small clan, we must ensure its development and prosperity and bring about the unification of similar clans into a tribe under our rule. The main medium in the game is not graphics but text, and the structure of the game resembles popular role-playing book games, in which we shape the action by making a number of decisions and choices.

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Horde: The Northern Wind
Horde: The Northern Wind

Strategy 03 November 1999

Horde: The Northern Wind is a real-time strategy with a plot referring to Russian folk tales. The player plays the role of a hero who, together with a group of faithful warriors, begins to build a settlement and during its development, must defend himself against the temptations of bloodthirsty neighbors.

PC

Theme Park World
Theme Park World

Strategy 03 November 1999

Theme Park World is an economic strategy developed by the team at Bullfrog Productions to play the role of the director of a virtual theme park. The player can not only manage the amusement park, but also design its attractions, and even visit it and play in it.

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LEGO Rock Raiders
LEGO Rock Raiders

Strategy 13 November 1999

LEGO Rock Raiders is the first real-time strategy to use licenses of famous blocks. The whole was designed with the youngest players in mind. We have to help the comic survivors to build a base, to construct mechanized equipment to move in foreign terrain and to search for valuable deposits.

PC

Diplomacy
Diplomacy

Strategy 16 November 1999

A logical board game based on the famous American board from the 1950s. The game is about managing a superpower and forming alliances with other empires in the run-up to the First World War. Hourly or even multi-day gameplay can be played with a computer or other players. A curiosity is the lack of random elements in the mechanisms of the game.

PC

Close Combat IV: Battle of the Bulge
Close Combat IV: Battle of the Bulge

Strategy 18 November 1999

Continuation of the legendary World War II strategy game series from Atomic, also known to strategy lovers from the World at War and V for Victory series.

PC

Age of Wonders
Age of Wonders

Strategy 25 November 1999

A turn-based strategy taking place in the fantasy world, which draws on a handful of series such as King's Bounty and Heroes of Might and Magic. In production we play the role of the leader of one of the twelve races and start a great adventure. While playing, we cross the map, fight and develop the hero and his subordinate army. The title has not gained much fame, but in the opinion of many players is not inferior to the mentioned Heroes of Might and Magic.

PC

Airline Tycoon
Airline Tycoon

Strategy 29 November 1999

A humorous economic strategy aimed at creating the best aviation company. We achieve this by hiring flight personnel, buying new planes, determining the best flight routes, fulfilling difficult orders from travel agencies. We have also put at our disposal several illegal methods of eliminating competition.

PC

Panzer Campaigns: Smolensk '41
Panzer Campaigns: Smolensk '41

Strategy 01 December 1999

The first of the award-winning strategic series "Panzer Campaigns" created by HPS Simulations, allowing to take part in the great German offensive of 1941, when the aim of the Army of the Centre became the city of Smolensk - the so-called gateway to Moscow.

PC

Dominant Species
Dominant Species

Strategy 03 December 1999

A three-dimensional real-time strategy in which players take on the role of a creature belonging to the ancient Mindlords telepathic civilization and have to face a human invader and other hostile fractions of their race.

PC

Sid Meier's Antietam
Sid Meier's Antietam

Strategy 10 December 1999

Sid Meier's Antietam is a real-time strategy produced by Firaxis Games. The action of the game was set during the Civil War, and players have the opportunity to take part in the famous battle of Antietam. Developers took care to present the military formations participating in this battle, as well as the topography of the area.

PC

Battlezone II: Combat Commander
Battlezone II: Combat Commander

Strategy 30 December 1999

The second part of the perfect combination of strategy and action game, in which Russians and Americans must unite forces in the face of the invasion of the foreign race Scion.

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