SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars
April 7, 2006
Strategy, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer.
The second major installment of the popular series that combines the features of real-time strategy game with the traits characteristic of cRPG titles. The story of Spellforce 2: Shadow Wars focuses on a new threat caused by the titular Shadows. The player is tasked with leading one of three factions that declared war on the forces of evil. Similarly as in case of the first installment in the series, the gameplay is based on two pillars. The first pillar is based on completing various main and side quests, developing the protagonist (among the available classes there is a mage and a rogue) and obtaining more and more powerful equipment. The strategic aspect of the game allows the player to control one of nine races and it focuses on expanding the settlements, providing them with technology and recruits. In addition to the regular infantry and cavalry, in the game there are also flying units and heroes with unique abilities. The story campaign for the single player is the main attraction of Spellforce 2: Shadow Wars, but the game contains a multiplayer mode as well.
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Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor
April 7, 2009
Strategy, World War II, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Tactics.
The second standalone expansion to the popular war RTS from Relic Entertainment, released in Poland under the name Kompania Braci. Along with the expansion we get three more campaigns set in key moments of World War II: Causeway, Battle of Falaise and Ace of Tigers. The most noteworthy campaign is the one in which we take control over a single German tank with its four-man crew and a group of infantry covering it. Each of the tankers has a slightly different role, and the gameplay is a bit like a hybrid of strategy and RPG.
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Anno: Create a New World
May 20, 2009
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Colonization, Singleplayer.
The fourth major installment in the popular series of economy simulators that began in 1998. It was developed by Related Designs, a subsidiary of Ubisoft. As the title says, the action takes place in the Middle Ages during the Age of Discovery, and the players assume the role of colonists who managed to reach the eastern coast of Asia. The gameplay mechanics do not deviate from the well-known standards of the series. Starting out with a modest colony established on a remote island, we have to develop it and transform subsequent cities into metropolises brimming with life. Anno 1404 offers a sophisticated economy model that involves creating complex production chains as well as effective trade and diplomacy. Among this myriad of lesser novelties, especially noteworthy one is the sandbox mode that allows us to play freely without any plot limitations.
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Total War: Medieval II
November 10, 2006
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, The Middle Ages, Turn-based.
The next installment in a strategy game franchise from Creative Assembly. The game is set in the period of years 1080-1503, once again taking the players into the Medieval period. The developers did their best to faithfully recreate the epoch, including economy, trade, and political relations. Players can choose from 21 playable nations that differ in more than appearance, but also preferring various combat tactics. The story campaign lets you expand across Europe, Middle East, as well as South and Latin America. As always, gameplay consists of two layers – turn-based, in which you manage your kingdom, and real-time, where the battles are fought. As compared with the previous games in the series, this one offers extended tactical options, including e.g. new siege weapons and heavy artillery. Furthermore, the visuals, as well as animations and the destruction model, were significantly improved.
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Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak
January 20, 2016
Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
An online RTS developed as the debut project from Blackbird Interactive, studio founded by former employees of Relic Entertainment - the creators of the cult Homeworld series. Originally, this game was entitled Hardware: Shipbreakers, however, the partnership with the current owner of the Homeworld franchise, the Gearbox Software company, resulted in changing the game’s title and its official inclusion as a part of the series. The game is set on the surface of a newly discovered planet, filled with shipwrecks left by alien civilizations. Under the supervision of the ruthless LMI corporation you roam the desert planet, digging out the wrecks for trading purposes. As there are more parties interested in such discoveries, all disputes quickly expand into armed conflicts. As you play, you can engage in exploration, undertake missions, or fight enemy AI either on your own or in cooperation with friends.
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Sid Meier's Civilization VII
February 11, 2025
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Internet, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is the seventh installment in the iconic series of 4X turn-based strategies, focused on leading a civilization through years of development. One of the main features in Civ7 is the civilization collapse, forcing us to change to a new one during the campaign.
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Age of Empires II: HD Edition
April 9, 2013
Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, Remaster/remake, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages.
A remastered version of Age of Empire II: The Age of the Kings, a popular real-time strategy game and its expansion - Age of Empires II: The Conqueror. The new edition was developed by Hidden Path Entertainment in cooperation with Microsoft Game Studios. Compared to the 1999’s original, the changes introduced in Age of Empires II: HD Edition involve mainly improved graphics, which were adjusted to HD standard. The developers remained faithful to the classic gameplay mechanics — the players assume the role of a leader of one of 18 historical nations and control their progress through subsequent centuries. Victory can be achieved in various ways, including military conquest, diplomacy, and economic expansion.
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Europa Universalis IV
August 13, 2013
Strategy, Economic, Grand Strategy, Historical, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy.
The fourth installment in a highly popular strategic game franchise - Europa Universalis. The title was developed by Paradox Development Studio. In accordance with the tradition of the series, Europa Universalis IV lets you command and develop a chosen nation over the course of several centuries. This time the historical framework spans from 11 November 1444 to 2 January 1821. The gameplay is based on classic solutions of the 4X genre (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate). The player has to manage his provinces, develop new technologies, command armies, and conduct diplomacy. Apart from AI enemies the game offers online multiplayer for up to 32 people.
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Two Point Hospital
August 30, 2018
Strategy, EA Play, Economic, Humorous, Medical, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer.
An economic strategy game with simulation features. The players assume control of a clinic and are tasked with helping the ones that need it, and with expanding their hospital business. Two Point Hospital was developed by Two Point Studios founded by the creators of the cult classic Theme Hospital.
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Fallout Shelter
June 15, 2015
Strategy, 2D, Economic, Post-apocalypse, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
A mobile spin-off to the post-apocalyptic Fallout franchise, accompanying the fourth major installment. In contrast to the main-stream Fallout games this one is a simulation strategy, in which you take on a role of a vault overseer and have to look after its inhabitants. The game has you expand the vault by new rooms, including living quarters, and public facilities, to provide for all needs of your dwellers. You also have to gather supplies, which requires you to send expeditions outside the vault, having previously equipped (or not) your men with weapons and protective gear. Each vault dweller has their own statistics and gains experience, thus unlocking new abilities and equipment.
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Command & Conquer: Tiberian Sun
August 24, 1999
Strategy, EA Play, Game Pass, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
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. Despite what we could have thought, the charismatic leader of Nod did not die under the ruins of his temple and is quick to begin a new conflict, which can change the world forever. Gameplay of Tiberian Sun doesn’t differ much from the original, though the creators from Westood studio made sure to implement some changes and novelties. Each faction has new buildings and units that force us to develop new tactics. There also additions like new, three-dimensional game engine, improved cutscenes with well-known actors (including James Earl Jones and Michael Biehn) and enhanced multiplayer for up to 8 players.
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Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis
March 11, 2003
Strategy, Economic, Movies, Singleplayer.
Developed by Blue Tongue Software, an economic tycoon, in which you need to build a thriving theme park where the dinosaurs from Spielberg’s films serve as the main attraction. Gameplay of Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis consists of developing and expanding your park (terrain edition included), erecting diverse buildings and attractions, and taking care of the park’s budget along with high-quality customer service. During the campaign composed of 12 huge missions, you need to display management skills and quick reaction to emergencies (like bloodthirsty Velociraptors at large). The title enables the players to walk in a visitor’s shoes – you can explore the park by foot, while flying a helicopter, or in a car. You can step out of a vehicle anytime and e.g. take some pictures.
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This War of Mine
November 14, 2014
Strategy, 2.5D, Crafting, EA Play, Game Pass, Games for Impact, Polish, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Survival, Modern Conflicts.
An extraordinary war game with focus on survival. It was inspired by the real stories of people who at some point of their lives struggled to survive a war. The game was developed by Polish studio 11 bit, known for an original strategy game series Anomaly. The game gives you control over a group of civilians trying to survive in a ruined city, where the biggest enemies are such problems as starvation and shortage of medicines. Depending on the time of day you can improve your hideout, craft weapons, furniture, and tools, or explore city streets in search for food and useful items. Randomly generated missions provide players with varied challenges and dilemmas, which may require sacrificing one person for the good of the others. The gloomy atmosphere is emphasized by an original visual style based on light and shadow contrasts.
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Commandos 2: Men of Courage
September 21, 2001
Strategy, World War II, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Tactics.
The sequel of the popular turn-based tactics game from 1998, developed by Spanish Pyro Studios. In Commandos 2: Men of Courage we take over a squad of well-trained commandos, sent to complete various missions behind enemy lines. The group now consists of a green beret, a sapper, a spy, a driver, a sniper, and a diver, with occasional appearances of Natasha, a seductress, and Whiskey, a dog, which is a completely new addition to the series. Each of the characters has his own set of skills, which are often indispensable for the mission to end with victory. The game contains 10 complex levels taking place all around the world, and divided into a number of smaller segments. Our commandos can now move around interiors (including a submarine), and have new skills and movement options. The game is powered by an improved graphical engine that offers various zoom levels, and four different camera shots (every 90 degrees).
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Commandos: Origins
April 9, 2025
Strategy, Game Pass, World War II, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Stealth, Tactics.
The fourth mainline installment in an iconic series of tactical strategy games. Commandos: Origins portrays the beginnings of the titular commandos, foiling the Germans and Axis forces during World War II.
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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III
April 27, 2017
Strategy, Games Workshop, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Warhammer 40,000.
Developed by Relic Entertainment, the third installment of the real-time strategy set in a dark science fiction world. The action of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III once again takes us to the popular universe created by Games Workshop. During gameplay you can lead one of the three available races: Space Marines, Eldars, and Orks. Each of them has unique heroes, units, buildings, and abilities. Mechanically, the title combines the best solutions from the previous parts of the franchise and concentrates on spectacular battles waged on vast maps with hundreds of units. The game features RPG elements, such as customization of units and heroes that can be provided with special equipment and abilities obtained with the increase of experience. The title utilizes a modern graphics engine which offers attractive, 3D visuals and large-scale environment destruction.
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Total War: Warhammer II
September 28, 2017
Strategy, Fantasy, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Turn-based, Warhammer.
Another installment in a popular series of strategy games created by Creative Assembly. Unlike the first part of the subseries, which was set in the Old World, this time the players travel to the west, where they wage a war across four continents: Ulthuan, Naggaroth, Southern Realms, and Lustria. Four races take part in the conflict, i.e. the High Elves, the Dark Elves, the Lizardmen, and the Skaven. Each of these factions fights for control over the Great Vortex, which they can heal or disperse using various rituals. Once more, gameplay in Total War: Warhammer II is based on two pillars. In a strategy map view you move your armies, manage economy and expand cities (all this in turns), while battles are waged in real time on 3D battlefields. Each race has its unique mechanics, units and heroes. Besides, owners of the first and second game can download a huge map that combines both game worlds. This way you can play a campaign of truly epic scale while controlling any of the factions available in Total War: Warhammer and its sequel.
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Weedcraft Inc
April 11, 2019
Strategy, Economic, Indie Games, Polish, Singleplayer.
Weedcraft Inc. is an economic strategy set in the modern United States, in which we manufacture and distribute cannabis. While having fun we have to grow plants, manage staff, serve customers and deal with competition and politicians.
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StarCraft: Remastered
August 14, 2017
Strategy, Game Pass, Internet, Multiplayer, Remaster/remake, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
An upgraded version of the bestselling 1998 RTS game. Both versions were developed by Blizzard Entertainment. Compared to the original release, the game (including the Brood War expansion) features mainly significantly improved audiovisuals. Although the visuals remain two-dimensional, all the graphic elements have become more detailed. Furthermore, the game supports high resolutions (up to 4K), as well as refreshed audio, which also applies to dialogues between characters. Changes were introduced to the game's online component as well - StarCraft: Remastered offers an advanced system of matchmaking, the option to store one's save files in the cloud, quick button re-mapping, and easy access to fan-made maps and replays. The mechanics remain unchanged - the game is a classic RTS, featuring three playable races (the Terrans, the Protoss, and the Zerg). The gameplay is based on gathering resources, building one's base, conducting research, producing units, and fighting enemies - in combat, taking advantage of both the enemy's weak spots and the strong spots of the player's forces, constitutes the key to success. Apart from six story campaigns (two for each of the races), the game offers an extensive multiplayer component with various game modes.
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Call to Arms: Gates of Hell - Ostfront
June 11, 2021
Strategy, Simulation Elements, Arcade Elements, World War II, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Tactics.
A tactical RTS set during World War II that expands on the Men of War franchise. It was developed by Barbed Wire studio, known for its modifications to both games from Men of War: Assault Squad series. Gates of Hell gives us a wide view on the war, taking us on battlefields of all years and fronts: from snowy plains of USSR to sun-scorched sands of Africa. Gameplay is focused on the tactical layer, without any form of resource gathering or base building. We direct all of our attention to commanding our units, with building being limited to trenches or setting up barbed wire and mine fields. We can also take control of a single soldier and control him like in an action game. One of the strongest elements of the production is realism: the creators have carefully recreated not only appearance, but also battle skills of various armies.
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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II
February 19, 2009
Strategy, RPG Elements, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Tactics, Warhammer 40,000.
A sequel to the popular real-time strategy game by Relic Entertainment, set in the cult Warhammer 40,000 universe, where over a dozen feuding factions fight a bloody war. In the story campaign, we can assume control of the armies of four sides of the conflict: humans (Space Marines), Orks, the Eldar, and the Tyranids. Contrary to its predecessor, in Dawn of War II we have a much larger freedom in terms of playing and can determine the order of conquest. Moreover, every mission ends with a fight against a so-called boss who is more resistant to damage and has more powerful attacks at his disposal. In the title, we command units that usually consist of only several troops, which serves to strengthen the tactical side of the gameplay and the way players bond with their subordinates. As we progress, the experience level of our armies also rise, thanks to which they can perform increasingly better on the battlefield.
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Zeus: Master of Olympus
October 17, 2000
Strategy, 2D, City Builder, Economic, Greek Mythology, RTS, Singleplayer, Ancient Greece, Ancient History.
Another economic strategy game by Impressions Games, known from e.g. Lords of the Realm and the Caesar series. The production is set in ancient Greece, where you play as a leader of a city, which means, you have not only to develop your domain, but also to care for its citizens and appease the gods overseeing the region. You can also expand you city by founding colonies and fighting other factions — you can send ordinary troops to battle or use heroes, who can defeat mythological creatures, loot mysterious ruins, and lead armies in the most important battles. Zeus: Master of Olympus features high-quality visuals, with detailed building models and ubiquitous citizens, going on about their daily lives.
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Cossacks 3
September 20, 2016
Strategy, Historical, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, 17th Century, 18th Century.
The third installment in a real-time strategy series, set in a historical setting of the 17th and 18th century. The game was created by the reactivated GSC Game World studio, known for such titles as S.T.A.L.K.E.R. or American Conquest. In terms of the plot, this game is a remake of the first installment, originally released in 2000. In the game you can select any of the 12 available historical nations, each having their own buildings, units, and technologies. Gameplay is based on the classic mechanics of RTS genre, so your responsibilities include expanding your base, gathering resources, and recruiting an army to fight your enemies. Although you command massive armies in battles (up to 10 thousand units at one time), it is possible to give orders to individual soldiers. Each one has his own statistics, such as health, morale, level of training, experience, and fatigue.
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Stellaris
May 9, 2016
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Game Pass, Grand Strategy, Internet, Space, Multiplayer, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, RTS, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
A real-time space strategy with RPG elements developed by Paradox Interactive – the creators of such renowned series as Europa Universalis or Crusader Kings. The game is played in a procedurally generated interstellar space, where your job is to build a galactic empire. A the beginning of the game you choose one of the 7 playable races that differ in appearance, skills, and ethics. The game focuses on exploration and expansion, giving you the choice to subdue other species by force or ally with them, using an advanced diplomacy system. Either way, the nations unwilling to engage in peace talks will have to be persuaded on the battlefield, where battle-hardened fleets serve as your envoys. The title offers three independent technological trees, allowing you to focus on developing your civilization's society, engineering, or physics, depending on your preferences.
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
November 14, 2019
Strategy, Game Pass, Historical, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Remaster/remake, RTS, Singleplayer.
A remastered and improved edition of Age of Empires II – the second installment in the best-selling real time strategy series, originally released in the year 2000. The enhanced edition has been developed by Forgotten Empires. The improvements implemented herein regard mostly the visuals and the interface – the visuals have been significantly improved, and the game supports 4K resolution. The developers have also decided to implement the symphonic soundtrack to accompany the player’s efforts. Similarly to its original release, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition allows the players to lead one of over a dozen nations through the centuries of development. During the game, the player has to acquire resources, erect new structures, and invent new technologies. Apart from the economic aspect, combat is an important element of the game. In order to succeed, the player has to create a large and highly diversified army – including infantry, cavalry, and numerous war engines – and come up with effective strategies. Apart from the single player campaigns and skirmishes, the game offers an elaborate multiplayer experience.
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Settlement Survival
October 24, 2022
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Indie Games, RTS, Singleplayer, Survival, The Middle Ages.
Strategy game inspired by the popular Banished. In Settlement Survival we become the leader of a group of people and our task is to build a prosperous settlement from scratch, as well as to take care of its development and ensure the safety of its inhabitants.
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Age of Mythology
October 31, 2002
Strategy, Mythology, Egyptian Mythology, Greek Mythology, Norse Mythology, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
A strategy taking place in antiquity permeated with Greek mythology. We play the role of the leader of one of several civilizations and we take care of its development. The specificity of the game means that we often fight against mythological creatures and enter into deals with gods. In terms of gameplay, the title has all the features of the Age of Empires series - economic, military or even technological.
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Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty
March 31, 1999
Strategy, World War II, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Tactics.
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. Each hero has a set of useful abilities, with sniper fire or distracting enemies with cigarettes being only the tip of the iceberg. The unit receives some help from the locals: a woman from Dutch resistance, and a Yugoslavian major. Additionally, Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty expands the core game with new buildings, vehicles, and weapons.
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Ancient Cities
March 24, 2023
Strategy, City Builder, Crowdfunding, Economic, RPG Elements, Historical, Indie Games, Prehistory, Singleplayer, Survival.
A real-time strategy game enriched with elements of RPGs, city builders, and survival games. Ancient Cities was developed by the independent developer Uncasual Games. The player assumes the role of a tribal leader living in the Neolithic era. The tasks of the player are to provide shelter and protection against predators for the members of the tribe, as well as to obtain sufficient amounts of food. Gathering resources (the whole in-game economy is based on them) resembles a survival game, as flora and fauna are simulated within a dynamic ecosystem. Consequently, wild plants and animals are soon not enough to sustain a constantly growing tribe. In harsh periods, the player has to distribute supplies wisely - for instance, foods naturally degrade over time. Things can also get complicated as a result of sudden climatic changes and natural disasters - one oftentimes has to decide whether to stay in one's settlement and try to survive a difficult period, or to abandon the base in search for a safer zone. Alongside progression, the player unlocks new upgrades in the extensive technology tree, which allows for improvements to one's methods of crafting and cultivation, making the tribe's existence easier in the long run. Members of the tribe are described by individual sets of statistics, talents and skills. These mechanics are complemented by having more or less friendly relations with other tribes.
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Stellaris: BioGenesis
May 5, 2025
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Grand Strategy, Internet, Space, Multiplayer, RTS, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
The tenth expansion for the space grand strategy from Paradox Interactive. Stellaris: BioGenesis DLC focuses on the theme of genetics, allowing us for things like creating biological ships or leading a living ecosystem with dispersed consciousness to victory.
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Timberborn
September 15, 2021, Early Access
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Indie Games, Polish, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Survival, Animals.
Timberborn is a Polish economic strategy from the genre of city builders with survival elements, in which our goal is to create a thriving town inhabited by beavers. The game was developed by Mechanistry studio.
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Steel Division 2
June 20, 2019
Strategy, Historical, World War II, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Turn-based.
A continuation of Steel Division: Normandy 44 - war strategy published in 2017. As in the case of its predecessor, the game takes place during World War II, but this time the players are thrown on the infamous eastern front.
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Railway Empire
January 26, 2018
Strategy, Economic, Trains, Singleplayer, Transport.
An economic strategy game created by an experienced studio, Gaming Minds, in which the player becomes an owner of a railroad company. Their task is to take control of the entire market and turn their company into an empire. Since the game takes place in XIX and XX century, the technology of the entire society is constantly changing. The key to success is to not only build new railroads and invest in new trains and train stations but also to use innovative technologies (divided into five historical periods), build factories, buildings in which you can repair your vehicles and provide tourists with attractions. Our competition, controlled by AI, is always on our heels – the fight for keeping our position on the market requires us to hire spies and saboteurs. Railway Empire offers a campaign mode and single missions, in which players must complete very specific goals. In addition to the aforementioned modes the players can also select a free mode that allows them to develop their virtual business without any goals imposed on them.
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Pizza Connection 3
March 22, 2018
Strategy, Economic, Gangster, Cooking, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
Another entry in the series of economic strategy games in which the player assumes the role of an owner of a pizzeria. The first game in the series debuted in 1999 and its sequel was released one year later. In the third installment the player is tasked with transforming a small business into a giant network of restaurants scattered across the world. Like before, one of the greatest attractions of the game is a pizza creator that enables the player to create his own versions of the titular dish by using more than 75 ingredients. In addition to that, the player must take care of his business – manage the restaurants and employees, decorate the buildings and perform market analyses. From time to time he must also face his competition, not always according to the rules of fair play. The main mode of Pizza Connection 3 is a story campaign. It starts in Rome, but gradually the player conquers other markets as well. The title also offers a sandbox mode in which the player can freely expand his business. It is worth mentioning that it is the first three-dimensional entry in the series.
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Endless Space 2
May 19, 2017
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Internet, Space, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
A continuation of a 2012's highly-rated, turn-based 4X space strategy game by Amplitude studio. The action of Endless Space 2 takes us once again into the distant future where we can take part in a galactic conflict between the great races fighting struggling for control over a fragment of the universe. Both our empire management and battles take place in a turn-based system, and the player's task is to explore the universe, take control of individual planets, create a functioning economy, develop new technologies, and establish trade and diplomatic relations. The military aspect plays a key role in the game, featuring an advanced ship construction module, allowing us to personally choose the individual components of our ship. The game's virtual universe is randomly generated, providing unique adventures and challenges with each new game.
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Stranded: Alien Dawn
April 25, 2023
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Colonization, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Survival.
A strategy game with survival elements, tasking us with building a colony on an alien planet. Stranded: Alien Dawn was developed by Haemimont Games - the developers of Surviving Mars, a similarly themed game, and three installments in the Tropico series.
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Punch Club 2: Fast Forward
July 20, 2023
Strategy, 2D, Boxing, Cyberpunk, Economic, Adventure Elements, RPG Elements, Indie Games, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Life Sim.
Punch Club 2: Fast Forward is a sports simulator with RPG and economic strategy elements. We play as a young martial artist living in a cyberpunk city. We must dutifully train, come up with strategies before each fight and organize other aspects of our life to reach the top.
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Ancestors Legacy
May 22, 2018
Strategy, Episodic, Historical, Internet, Multiplayer, Polish, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages, The Vikings.
Ancestors Legacy is a complex real-time strategy game developed by the Polish independent studio Destructive Creations. The game takes place in Medieval times and its single player campaign is based on the actual historical events. We can play as one of the four available factions: Slavs, Germanic peoples, Vikings, and Anglo-Saxons. In terms of gameplay, Ancestors Legacy focuses on large-scale battles. Figuring out good tactics that includes the layout of the land and skillfully flanking our enemy are the key elements that will lead us to victory. In addition to open-field battles, we can also besiege our enemies' cities and villages. We will also have to pay some attention to the economic side of our conquest (i.e. gathering materials and resources, upgrading and improving our headquarters). What makes Ancestors Legacy stand out among the similar games is the low entry threshold – both newcomers and experienced players will feel like home when playing the game.
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Crusader Kings II
February 14, 2012
Strategy, Economic, Grand Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, The Middle Ages, Free-to-play.
A sequel to the expansive strategy game Crusader Kings, which came to existence in 2004 as a medieval-themed spin-off to the popular Europa Universalis franchise that has been developed for over a decade by Paradox Studios. The game is set in the 11th century, and you play as a prominent Christian noble, who aims to secure a successful future for his house. Throughout the gameplay you have to oversee a a number of areas essential to the development of your kingdom: social and feudal issues, military, diplomacy, and religion. The most noticeable modification, as compared with the previous game, is the developed psychological aspect, giving more weight to social relations and individual motivations of your subjects. Other changes include the introduction of barons who manage provinces, royal spies, increased importance of women, and far-reaching relations with the Church.
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The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth II
February 28, 2006
Strategy, Fantasy, Movies, Internet, Books, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, The Lord of The Rings.
A sequel to the bestselling real-time strategy based on the very popular Lord of the Rings book trilogy and its cinematic adaptation. This time the action takes place in the northern areas of Middle-Earth where combined forces of humans, elves and dwarves face the army of evil Sauron represented by orcs of Mordor and Isengard. Players can play 15 scenarios per each side of the conflict. The second installment in the series uses the mechanics from the original game while introducing many improvements. It is now possible for players to create their own heroes and improve his skills during the game. Lists of available units, weapons and spells were increased and the fights now take place not only on land, but on sea as well. Thanks to the improved SAGE engine, graphics of the game were enhanced, as were the looks and number of units appearing simultaneously on the screen.
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Age of Empires: The Rise of Rome
January 31, 1998
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer.
An expansion for Age of Empires, a popular strategy game developed by Ensemble Studios. The expansion introduces four new civilizations (Rome, Carthage, Palmyra, and Macedonia) and additional battle units, including armored elephants, battle chariots, camel riders, slingshooters, as well as galleys armed with burning projectiles. Additionally, the add-on introduces new technologies, such as logistics, medicine, pavises, or martyrs, and incorporates buildings characteristic for the Ancient Rome era, including its numerous landmarks – during the gameplay, we can build coliseums, aqueducts, or thermae.
Star Wars: Empire at War - Forces of Corruption
October 24, 2006
Strategy, Movies, Internet, Space, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Star Wars.
First official expansion for Star Wars: Empire at War developed by Petroglyph. This add-on continues the story from the base game – Tyber Zahn takes advantage of the turmoil caused by the destruction of the first Death Star in an attempt to become the most influential villain in the whole galaxy, surpassing even Jabba the Hutt. In Star Wars: Empire at War – Forces of Corruption players get an entirely new faction at their disposal, which is at war with both the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance. The aforementioned faction, called the Underworld Organization, is able to spy and sabotage hostile factions e.g. by limiting their unit production. This expansion also features new options for land skirmish battles such as customizable and upgradeable base structures, guerilla warfare, and additional units for all factions (Rebel B-wings, Imperial TIE interceptors, Darth Vader's Executor Super Star Destroyer and more).
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Heroes of Might and Magic V: Hammers of Fate
November 14, 2006
Strategy, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Hotseat, Internet, LAN, Might & Magic, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
The first official expansion for Heroes of Might and Magic V. The add-on was developed by Russian studio Nival Interactive. The most important new addition in the Hammers of Fate expansion pack is a new race, the dwarves, who actively join the conflict in the world of Ashan. The new race not only adds their legendary combat skills to the gameplay, but a rich set of spells as well. A story campaign consisting of 15 large missions is related to the dwarves. The game also contains 5 single scenarios and 10 multiplayer maps. The list of new features added in Heroes of Might and Magic V: Hammers of Fate is supplemented by previously unavailable locations, buildings, units and artifacts. The game also contains many improvements added due to fan’s demands – for example caravans and random map generator.
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Age of Mythology: The Titans
September 30, 2003
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Mythology, Egyptian Mythology, Greek Mythology, Norse Mythology, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
The first official extension to the "Age of Mythology" real-time strategy. This add-on enriches the original game with a new single player campaign and new units, new divine powers, etc. The add-on also enriches the original game with a new single player campaign and new units, new divine powers, etc.
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Anno 2205
November 3, 2015
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
The sixth major installment in a popular economic strategy game series, which started in the Medieval Times (1404-1701) and went all the way to the future (Anno 2070). This new title was developed by the creators of The Settlers franchise, Blue Byte Software, who took part in the development of the previous Anno game. This one lets you play as a governor of a huge futuristic metropolis, and you have to make it thrive till you can launch an expedition to the Moon. Initially, the game is set on Earth, but eventually you move to the surface of our planet’s satellite, where you set up a colony to harvest and process resources. Despite its futuristic setting, gameplay mechanics remained faithful to the traditions of the franchise. Throughout the gameplay you get to construct various residential and industrial buildings, which develop automatically or can be upgraded manually, if you prefer.
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Potionomics
October 17, 2022
Strategy, Crafting, Economic, RPG Elements, Simulation Elements, Fantasy, Indie Games, Singleplayer.
Potionomics is an economic strategy game in which the player impersonates a witch named Sylvia and runs an elixir shop. His tasks include taking care of the product range and customer service.
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Men of War: Assault Squad
February 25, 2011
Strategy, World War II, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Tactics.
A stand-alone expansion for a war-themed RTS game created by Best Way (a Ukrainian developer) and released in December, 2007. In terms of game mechanics, Assault Squad does not stray far from the formula of the base game - the player fights in various places the Second World War left its mark on, taking control over American, Soviet and German, as well as previously unavailable British and Japanese squads. Contrary to the base game, the expansion focuses mainly on multiplayer experience, offering four modes, namely the Frontlines, Combat, Assault Zones and Skirmish. For those preferring single-player games, the creators prepared fifteen missions to be played in the Skirmish mode - one can compete against their friends or bots and their goal is to take over the outposts scattered throughout the map. Men of War: Assault Squad utilizes an improved version of the engine used by the core game, which had a positive effect mainly on the visuals and vehicle models, making them look more realistic.
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Total War: Shogun 2
March 15, 2011
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Samurai, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Turn-based.
Seventh main installment in the popular series of strategic games and the sequel to Shogun: Total War. Once again, the action takes place in the 16th century in feudal Japan. You take control of one of the clans and begin making efforts to be honored with the privilege of ruling the whole country as the new shogun. To accomplish that goal you need to manage diplomacy, military operations and economical development of your territories. Almost every aspect of game mechanics has changed since Shogun: Total War’s release (except of the basic foundations of the gameplay). Brand new AI algorithms made battles more realistic than ever. Statistics of generals and units are improving with player’s progress. Naval combat and multi-stage sieges have been added, and weather conditions have greater impact on battles than before. Main story campaign can be played in either single- or multiplayer mode (in cooperation with or against other player).
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Company of Heroes 3
February 23, 2023
Strategy, World War II, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, Tactics.
Company of Heroes 3 is the third installment of the popular series of tactical real-time strategies set in the realities of World War II. This time the campaign focuses on Italy and North Africa.
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Battlefleet Gothic: Armada
April 21, 2016
Strategy, Space, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Warhammer 40,000.
A space real-time strategy game set in the popular science-fiction universe created by Games Workshop, initially for tabletop battle games. It was developed by Tindalos Interactive, an independent French studio known mostly for Stellar Impact. The action takes us to the war-torn world of Wahammer 40,000, where 4 powerful factions — Imperium, Chaos, Eldar and Orks — fight for dominance in the Gothic sector. The players assume control over a fleet of the chosen side. Available units include vessels of various size and purpose – from fast frigates to majestic warships. The gameplay focuses on fighting large-scale battles, during which our units and their personnel gain experience that can be then traded for new special abilities as well as enhancements for weapons, defensive systems, and the like. The game offers attractive graphics powered by Unreal Engine 4.
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