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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Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth
October 24, 2014
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Hotseat, Internet, Colonization, Multiplayer, PBeM, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Turn-based.
Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth is a turn-based strategy game released as a spin-off to the Civilization series. The game was produced by Firaxis Games studio, led by Sid Meier. The game is set on the surface of a distant planet, where the player has to build a self-sufficient colony. Gameplay mechanics follows the standards set by Sid Meier's Civilization V. Therefore, the game has you manage resources, develop new technologies, and constantly expand your settlement. The job is made more difficult by the rivaling nations that have their own plans to take over the planet. Apart from competing against AI, Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth offers multiplayer mode for up to 8 players.
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Banished
February 18, 2014
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Indie Games, RTS, Singleplayer, Survival.
Banished is a real-time economical strategy game, the first one developed by Luke Hodorowicz, the founder of the independent studio Shining Rock Software LLC. The player controls a small group of people exiled from their home country, who are trying to settle down in a new place and create the foundations of a powerful kingdom. The task calls, first and foremost, for ensuring the survival of a small society, and then managing its development. The gameplay focuses heavily on reasonable use of resources and methodical care for the player's subjects, constantly threatened by such dangers as hunger, diseases or unfavorable weather conditions (drought, harsh winters, etc.). Along the course of the game, the village grows in size and the gameplay difficulty increases.
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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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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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Project Hospital
October 30, 2018
Strategy, Economic, Indie Games, Medical, Singleplayer.
Project Hospital is a strategy game developed by independent studio Oxymoron Games. It enables the players to manage a virtual hospital. The title resembles Theme Hospital, a game released during the nineties by famous company Bullfrog.
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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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Sid Meier's Civilization IV
October 25, 2005
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Turn-based.
The fourth installment of the bestselling turn-based strategy games series launched back in 1991 by the gaming industry legend, Sid Meier. Civilization IV is another important step in the development of the franchise, combining the classical solutions of its predecessors with modern graphics and introducing a number of novelties and changes. Once again, the player assumes control over a nation of his choosing and leads it through subsequent millennia to total domination over a randomly generated world. Compared to the previous installments in the series, the fourth entry has a different system of state management and features expanded diplomatic options; furthermore, an emphasis was put on such factors as culture and religion. The game also offers new units, nations (18 in total), buildings, inventions, and resources to be traded. Thanks to the 3D graphics engine, the map is full of animated objects and can be freely zoomed and rotated.
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Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
December 6, 2016
Strategy, Historical, Ninja, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, RTS, Singleplayer, Stealth, Tactics, 17th Century.
A tactical real-time strategy game inspired by the Commandos series. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is set in Japan in 1615. The new shogun decided to enforce peace in the entire country which requires him to silently eliminate all the opposition that may dream of rebelling against him. To achieve this, he asks a group of five specialists who deal in murder, sabotage, and espionage. It is the team that the player will lead in the course of the campaign that consists of over a dozen extensive missions. In Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, the action is presented from a camera placed high above the characters’ heads which provides us with a good grasp of the environment and lets us efficiently issue orders to our agents. Since they perform risky tasks on enemy territory, it is necessary to stay out of guards’ sight and act stealthily. Maps were designed in a way that allows for any mission to be completed in various ways. To succeed, the player always has to cunningly use the unique skills of every character and devise plans that involve strict cooperation within the party.
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Universe at War: Earth Assault
December 10, 2007
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
Universe at War: Earth Assault is a real-time strategy title created by Petroglyph studio, the people responsible for Star Wars: Empire at War.
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Timberborn
March 12, 2026
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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Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
April 30, 2026, Early Access
Strategy, 2.5D, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Internet, Might & Magic, Multiplayer, PC Game Pass, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
A prequel to the third installment of the popular turn-based strategy series. Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era takes us to a fantasy world, allowing to explore maps, collect resources, take over buildings, build armies, develop heroes and fortify cities. The game features 6 playable factions and a campaign mode.
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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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Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia
May 3, 2018
Strategy, Historical, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages, Turn-based, The Vikings.
A spin-off to the Total War series, in which the developer studio Creative Assembly takes the players to the British Isles from the 9th century. Our task is to join a side in the war for domination over the Isles. When working on this game, the developers drew their inspirations from the previous Total War titles, thus, the game is a combination of a turn-based strategy and an RTS game.
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Among Us
June 15, 2018
Strategy, 2D, Humorous, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, LAN, Multiplayer, PC Game Pass, Science Fiction, Online, Social Deduction Game, Space Ships, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Free-to-play, Xbox Game Pass Essential.
Among Us is an unusual online game in which we try to prepare a spaceship for the journey together with other players. We are disturbed by saboteurs hidden in a group. The game was developed by Innersloth studio.
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Empire of Sin
December 1, 2020
Strategy, Interwar Period, Economic, Gangster, Historical, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, Tactics, Turn-based.
Paradox Interactive's strategy to lead a mafia organization in Chicago in the age of Prohibition. In Empire of Sin, a player must both manage the economic side of criminal activity and command gangsters in turn-based tactical battles. The production is developed by the Romero Games studio, headed by the famous John Romero.
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Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II
May 21, 2026
Strategy, Games Workshop, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Tactics, Turn-based, Warhammer 40,000.
A sequel of the well received turn-based strategy from 2018. Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II features 2 story campaigns focused on Adeptus Mechanicus and Necrons factions. We can command units in missions, but also manage the war operations for the entire planet.
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Battlestations: Midway
January 31, 2007
Strategy, World War II, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
A combination of naval simulation and real-time strategy that addresses the theme of naval battles during World War II. Thanks to this title players can see how much the war on the sea has changed over the years of World War II.
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Rome: Total War
September 22, 2004
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, Ancient History, Ancient Rome, War Strategy, Turn-based.
The third installment in the acclaimed Total War strategy game series developed by Creative Assembly. This time, the player is taken to the period during which the Roman Empire is in its prime. The player participates in historical events, such as the Spartacus slave uprising, the Punic Wars, or Julius Caesar's conquest of Gaul. The creators faithfully recreated such historical elements as different military units, machines and technologies the ancient nations depended on. As usual, the gameplay is divided into two phases. The player makes large-scope decisions in the turn-based mode featuring the world map - for example, concerning technological development, diplomacy, development of cities or army management. The battles, on the other hand, are played in real time and the player commands particular formations or individual units. Rome: Total War includes the features introduced by the previous installments, such as sieges of cities, reconnaissance or reserves. Apart from the single-player campaign, the game offers multiplayer for up to 8 competitors.
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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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Hollywood Animal
April 10, 2025, Early Access
Strategy, Economic, Simulation Elements, Singleplayer.
An economic strategy game developed by the creators of This Is the Police. Hollywood Animal has us leading our own film studio - either by-the-book, or through underhanded means.
Dyson Sphere Program
January 21, 2021, Early Access
Strategy, Economic, Indie Games, Space, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
Dyson Sphere Program is a space economic strategy in which we manage and expand the base, take care of the economy, other resources and process automation, and explore the universe to create a thriving empire.
Jurassic World Evolution
June 12, 2018
Strategy, Dinosaurs, Economic, Movies, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
Created by the seasoned developers from Frontier Developments – a studio known for creating the RollerCoaster Tycoon series) – Jurassic World: Evolution is an economic strategy game set in the universe of the Jurassic Park franchise. The action of the game takes the players to the near future, where human scientists managed to develop a technology allowing them to recreate the DNA of prehistoric reptiles. During the game, the player assumes the role of a manager of an amusement park, in which visitors can witness the dinosaurs brought back to life. As befits a tycoon game, the player is tasked with creating and exhibiting new species, as well as taking care of the entire park’s infrastructure, visitors’ security, and a number of additional attractions. The main aspect of Jurassic World: Evolution is economy – all actions taken by the player have to be aimed at the constant development of the park and increasing the venture’s profitability.
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The Movies
November 8, 2005
Strategy, Economic, Multiplayer, Singleplayer.
The Movies is an economic strategy produced by the Lionhead Studios development team. The action of the game was set in the period of the so-called "golden years" of Hollywood, and the player plays the role of a debuting film producer, whose duties include hiring actors, searching for scripts and providing financial support. The creators carefully recreated the history of cinematography.
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Going Medieval
March 17, 2026
Strategy, Alternative History, City Builder, Economic, Indie Games, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages.
Going Medieval is a strategy game in which we try to build and supervise a village created in areas where civilization ceased to exist as a result of a deadly plague. The production was developed and released by Foxy Voxel studio.
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Prison Architect
October 6, 2015
Strategy, 2D, Crowdfunding, Economic, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, RTS, Singleplayer, Top-down, Prison.
An economic real-time strategy game created by British indie developer Introversion Software. Prison Architect lets you play as a headmaster of a penal facility. Your duties include designing a high-security prison, managing its budged, and providing for the needs of inmates. The authors saw to it that each prisoner had his individual personality and corresponding criminal inclinations. A virtual prison manager has to face such issues as violent behavior among inmates, gang activities, smuggling and contraband, or even mutiny. Prison Architect features very simple top-down 2D graphics.
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Endless Legend
September 18, 2014
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Fantasy, Internet, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Turn-based.
Set in fantasy realities, a 4X turn-based strategy by an independent studio Amplitude known for the space strategy game – Endless Space. The action takes us to Auria, a fantasy world which was once hit by a devastating cataclysm that pushed the civilization into the abyss. In the advent of new signs indicating the return of the apocalypse, we are in control of a small village, take care of supplies, technology development, diplomacy, and military operations. Even though mechanics of the turn-based combat system are quite simple, the game puts heavy emphasis on tactics and terrain use. The game features RPG elements, such as numerous quests and development of heroes’ skills in exchange for experience points.
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Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends
May 9, 2006
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer.
Sequel a successful strategy game, which raised the subject of the development of our civilization. This time, however, the authors of Rise of Nations decided to break with the reality we know and create a strategy set in a world where magic and technique are mixed together.
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Sid Meier's Civilization VII
February 11, 2025
Strategy, 4X, Economic, Internet, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Hotseat, For 2 Players.
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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Total War: Pharaoh
October 11, 2023
Strategy, Egypt, Economic, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, Ancient History, War Strategy, Turn-based.
Total War: Pharaoh is a historical strategy game set in the ancient Egypt. The gameplay is divided into two layers - turn-based nation management on a strategic map and real-time battles featuring thousands of units.
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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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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
November 14, 2019
Strategy, Historical, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, PC Game Pass, Remaster/remake, RTS, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, The Middle Ages.
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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Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings
September 28, 1999
Strategy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages.
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. Compared to the first installment, the visuals were improved (more detailed), as was the AI of the player's subordinates - as a result, additional orders can be given to them, such as to patrol the vicinity, to guard a designated spot, or to follow a specific target. Furthermore, an option to group units into various formations was introduced. Apart from that, the player can now trade and manipulate the prices of different resources. Age of Empires II: The Age of the Kings features both single player modes (such as a campaign devoted to a Scottish national hero William Wallace) and a multiplayer variant (PC version only).
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Wargame: European Escalation
February 23, 2012
Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, Cold War.
Advanced real-time strategy (RTS), the first installment of the Wargame series. The game was produced by Eugen Systems studio, which also has such titles as R.U.S.E. and Act of War. Wargame: European Escalation presents a hypothetical armed conflict between NATO and Warsaw Pact countries at the height of the Cold War. The gameplay mechanics is largely based on solutions known from previous productions by Eugen Systems studio.
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Two Point Hospital
August 30, 2018
Strategy, 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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Sudden Strike 5
April 23, 2026
Strategy, Historical, World War II, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy.
The fifth mainline installment of an RTS series set during World War 2. Sudden Strike 5 gives us a choice between over 300 units and features 25 campaign missions. We have a lot of freedom in terms of how we want to complete objectives and the game allows us to prepare individual tactics.
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Dragonshard
September 21, 2005
Strategy, Dungeons & Dragons, Fantasy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer.
Dragonshard is a real-time strategy using Dungeons & Dragons principles. In this way, its strategic side intertwines in an interesting way with elements characteristic for feature games. At the same time it is the first game, which takes place in the world of Eberron, where the climate of fantasy coexists with magical technologies.
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Stronghold 2
April 19, 2005
Strategy, Economic, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages.
The second installment in the series of strategy games which was started in 2001 by Firefly studio. The developers decided not to experiment with gameplay mechanics and instead only expanded the best features of the original. The player can once again choose from two separate campaigns which focus on either the economic or the military aspects of the gameplay. The list of available siege machines and defense tools was expanded, the realism of the game was improved and a possibility to use various battle formations was introduced. The economic part of the game was improved as well – now it offers almost 140 buildings and 20 different production chains. The necessity to keep the stronghold clean was introduced. Ignoring this can lead to plague or an epidemic outbreak. The most visible change is a fully three-dimensional graphics engine. Thanks to it one can observe the settlement from top-down perspective and the battles, in which up to 1000 units can participate, now take place also inside buildings.
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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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Last Train Home
November 28, 2023
Strategy, Historical, World War I, RTS, Singleplayer, Survival, Tactics.
A survival RTS set during the Russian civil war. Last Train Home tasks the player with leading the Czechoslovak region back to their homeland.
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Stronghold: Crusader - Definitive Edition
July 15, 2025
Strategy, Economic, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Remaster/remake, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy, The Middle Ages.
A thoroughly refreshed version of the cult RTS from 2002, expanded with new content. Stronghold: Crusader - Definitive Edition offers greatly improved visuals, sounds and music. We can also play new campaigns and new skirmishes, as well as control new units and historical characters.
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Halo Wars
February 26, 2009
Strategy, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Xbox Exclusive.
A side-episode of the flagship shooter series, transferring the well-known universe of the Halo series into the realities of a typical real-time strategy. Unlike the previous instalments in the series, this spin-off was developed by Ensemble Studios, known for their cult classic Age of Empires. Halo Wars is set before the events shown in the first Halo and focuses on the first great battle which took place on the planet Harvest between human forces and aliens known as Covenants.
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Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising
March 12, 2009
Strategy, RTS, Singleplayer, EA Play.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising is a Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 expansion, released by Electronic Arts in 2008. It expands the plot with new threads, taking place after the events of the core game. During the three campaigns, the player can support the retreating Soviets, help the Empire of the Rising Sun to regain its former glory, or tackle the corruption ravaging the ranks of the Allies. The fourth mini-campaign tells the tale of one of the Empire's leaders – Yuriko. The developers didn't forget about the implementation of new, previously unknown units, a fresh bunch of FMV cut-scenes with live actors, as well as many more minute upgrades of the mechanics. The game mode list is complimented by the challenge mode known from C&C Generals: Zero Hour. During the fifty missions of increasing difficulty, the player fights against nine AI-controlled leaders.
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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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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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StarCraft: Remastered
August 14, 2017
Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, Remaster/remake, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Isometric View, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass.
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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WorldBox: God Simulator
September 6, 2018
Strategy, 2D, Simulation Elements, Fantasy, Indie Games, RTS, Sandbox, Singleplayer, God Game, Free-to-play.
God game RTS in which we play as a deity who controls the world. In WorldBox: God Simulator we create the land from scratch and watch the actions of its inhabitants; we can also intervene, sending various plagues to the world.
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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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Dune II: Battle for Arrakis
December 1, 1992
Strategy, Books, RTS, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
Dune 2: The Building of a Dynasty is a computer game developed by Westwood development studio, which initiated the genre of real-time strategy. The plot of the title is based on the best-selling novel by Frank Herbert 'Dune'. The player takes on the role of the leader of one of the High Rhodes and fights for Spice, an extremely valuable substance extracted from the desert planet Arrakis.
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Railway Empire 2
May 25, 2023
Strategy, Economic, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Trains, Singleplayer, Transport.
Railway Empire 2 is the sequel to a warmly received economic strategy from 2018. The player's tasked with developing a train company. The game was created by Gaming Minds Studios and Kalypso Media.
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