Games like Space Empires V
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Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.
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-80%$1.99Space Empires IV Deluxe
Feb 7 · Malfador Machinations
Both: 4X · Sci-fi · Space
The award-winning Space Empires IV Deluxe is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. A grand strategy title in the space 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate) genre, Space Empires has already found a place in the heart of strategy gamers everywhere.
Strategy4XSci-fiSpaceTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedSingleplayer👍 260
$5.99Master of Orion 2
Feb 25 · SimTex
Both: 4X · Turn-Based · Space
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Strategy4XTurn-BasedSpaceSci-fiClassicTurn-Based StrategyMultiplayerSingleplayerRetro👍 1,658
$5.99Master of Orion 1
Feb 25 · SimTex
Both: 4X · Turn-Based · Space
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Strategy4XTurn-BasedSpaceClassicSci-fiSingleplayerTurn-Based Strategy2D1990's👍 441
$9.99ENDLESS Space™ - Definitive Edition
Jul 4 · AMPLITUDE Studios
Both: 4X · Space · Sci-fi
ENDLESS Space™ is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS Universe™, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.
Strategy4XSpaceSci-fiTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedMultiplayerSingleplayerIndieExploration👍 6,626
$39.99ENDLESS Space™ 2
May 18 · AMPLITUDE Studios
Both: Space · Sci-fi · 4X
ENDLESS Space™ 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS Universe™. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?
StrategySpaceSci-fi4XTurn-Based StrategyMultiplayerTurn-BasedGrand StrategyGreat SoundtrackSingleplayer👍 17,284
$9.99Master of Orion 3
Aug 25 · Quicksilver Software
Both: 4X · Space · Turn-Based
Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.
Strategy4XSpaceTurn-BasedSci-fiTurn-Based Strategy👍 177
$29.99Interstellar Space: Genesis
Jul 25 · Praxis Games
Both: 4X · Sci-fi · Space
Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!
StrategyIndie4XSci-fiSpaceTurn-BasedTurn-Based StrategyExplorationSingleplayerTurn-Based Tactics👍 712
$14.99Stellar Monarch
Dec 5 · Silver Lemur Games
Both: 4X · Turn-Based · Sci-fi
Asymmetric space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. No micromanagement, grand scale, fast paced, audiences, assassins, imperial court, disloyal admirals.
Grand Strategy4XTurn-BasedStrategySci-fiTurn-Based StrategySpaceSingleplayerDiplomacyManagement👍 207
$24.99Lords of the Black Sun
Sep 12 · Arkavi Studios
Both: 4X · Space · Turn-Based
Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.
Strategy4XIndieSpaceTurn-BasedSci-fiTurn-Based StrategyAdventureSingleplayer👍 330
$29.99Sid Meier's Civilization® V
Sep 21 · Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)
Both: Turn-Based Strategy · Turn-Based · 4X
Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!
Turn-Based StrategyStrategyTurn-BasedMultiplayerHistorical4XAddictiveSingleplayerHex GridGrand Strategy👍 128,211
$19.99Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition
Nov 30 · Kerberos Productions
Both: 4X · Space · Sci-fi
The Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included.
Strategy4XSpaceSci-fiSingleplayerMultiplayerTurn-Based StrategyLore-RichTacticalTurn-Based👍 680
$24.99Master of Orion
Aug 25 · NGD Studios
Both: 4X · Space · Turn-Based
The ascendant spacefaring 4X strategy game returns! A new chapter in the epic Master of Orion saga is poised to once again capture the imaginations of millions of gamers.
Strategy4XSpaceTurn-BasedSci-fiMultiplayerSingleplayerGrand StrategyClassicRemake👍 7,333
$4.99Galactic Civilizations® I: Ultimate Edition
Aug 14 · Stardock Entertainment
Both: 4X · Turn-Based · Turn-Based Strategy
Galactic Civilizations is a space based strategy game in which you are in control of humanity's destiny.
4XGrand StrategyTurn-BasedStrategyPvEDifficultTurn-Based Strategy2DSandboxTop-Down👍 139
$24.99Stars in Shadow
Jan 19 · Ashdar Games
Both: 4X · Turn-Based Strategy · Space
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
Strategy4XIndieTurn-Based StrategySpaceTurn-Based CombatSci-fiTurn-BasedTurn-Based Tactics👍 734
-75%$3.74Sid Meier's Starships
Mar 12 · Firaxis Games
Both: Space · Turn-Based Strategy · Sci-fi
Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.
StrategySpaceTurn-Based StrategySci-fiSingleplayerTacticalCasual4XTurn-Based👍 1,964
$19.99Armada 2526 Gold Edition
Feb 28 · Ntronium Games
Both: 4X · Turn-Based Strategy · Space
Conquer the Galaxy In This ‘4x’ Strategy Game. Lead one of 18 different alien races to become a mighty pan-galactic empire. Manage your colonies, deploy your fleets and conduct research. Plot your strategy and turn your planets into mighty bastions.
StrategyIndie4XTurn-Based StrategySpaceSci-fi
$19.99The Last Federation
Apr 18 · Arcen Games
Both: Space · Turn-Based · 4X
From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.
StrategySpaceSimulationIndieTurn-Based4XSci-fiGrand StrategyReal-Time with PauseTactical👍 380
$29.99StarDrive 2
Apr 9 · Zero Sum Games
Both: Space · Sci-fi · 4X
StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles.
StrategyIndieSpaceSci-fi4XManagementTurn-BasedSingleplayer👍 1,933
-80%$0.79Space Empires III
Oct 8 · Malfador Machinations
Both: Turn-Based Strategy · 4X · Sci-fi
The third game within the Space Empires series brings the dawn of a new age of exploration. Your race keeps running through the fabric of space and moves to other solar systems beyond your own.
StrategyRetroTurn-Based StrategyTurn-Based Tactics4XBase BuildingExplorationManagementGrand StrategySci-fi
-50%$7.49Final Theory
Sep 21 · Monticube
Both: Turn-Based · 4X · Sci-fi
Final Theory is a 4X-lite turn-based strategy game where you command fleets of battleships engaged in a galactic civil war. It presents an exciting experience for both veteran players and those new to the genre. It features innovative combat mechanics but also hearkens back to some of the classics.
StrategyTurn-BasedSpaceshipsHex Grid4XSci-fiTurn-Based TacticsTurn-Based StrategyTurn-Based CombatSpace👍 386
$14.99Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander (LIGHTSPEED EDITION)
Aug 9 · Massive Damage, Inc.
Both: 4X · Turn-Based · Turn-Based Strategy
A retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling. Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition is a massively enhanced version of the Award Winning indie strategy RPG, Halcyon 6.
4XTactical RPGTurn-BasedExplorationTurn-Based StrategyBase BuildingStrategy RPGRPGStrategy2D👍 587
$39.99Galactic Civilizations IV
Oct 19 · Stardock Entertainment
Both: Space · 4X · Sci-fi
Take command of a civilization that has just achieved faster-than-light travel in Galactic Civilizations IV, the newest entry in the award-winning space 4X strategy game series. Explore the galaxy, colonize worlds, shape cultures, make alliances, fight wars and pioneer new technologies.
SpaceGrand StrategySimulation4XStrategySci-fiExplorationSandboxMultiplayerTurn-Based Strategy👍 2,210
-60%$0.79Space Empires I
Oct 8 · Malfador Machinations
Both: Turn-Based Strategy · 4X · Sci-fi
Space Empires I is the first chapter of the Space Empires series. A classic galactic conquest and turn-based strategy video game where you are the leader of a race of intelligent beings building large spaceships for interplanetary and interstellar travel through warp points between star systems.
StrategyExplorationManagementTurn-Based Strategy4XGrand StrategyTurn-Based TacticsSci-fiEconomySpace
$29.99StarDrive
Apr 26 · Zero Sum Games
Both: 4X · Space · Sci-fi
As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.
Strategy4XSpaceIndieSci-fiRTSSingleplayerReal-TimeExploration👍 1,253
$29.99Galactic Civilizations III
May 14 · Stardock Entertainment
Both: Sci-fi · 4X · Turn-Based Strategy
Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.
AliensSci-fi4XTurn-Based StrategySandbox3DGrand StrategyModdableHex GridPvE👍 8,337
Interplanetary
May 12 · Team Jolly Roger
Both: Space · Turn-Based Strategy · Turn-Based
In this turn-based strategy game, players wage interplanetary wars by developing their home planets and firing massive artilleries through the unpredictable gravity fields of the planetary system.
StrategyIndieSpaceTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedMultiplayerSingleplayerSci-fiPhysicsLocal Multiplayer👍 541
$1.99Galaxy Admirals
Jan 17 · Jetdogs Studios
Both: Turn-Based Strategy · Space · Turn-Based
Galaxy Admirals is a multiplayer turn-based cosmic strategy with pretty innovative and challenging gameplay. Improve your command skills with AI and conquer the whole universe by fighting with real players.
StrategyTurn-Based StrategySpaceTurn-Based2DHex GridMultiplayerSci-fiBoard GameAdventure👍 126
$7.99Star Ruler
Sep 20 · Blind Mind Studios
Both: Space · 4X · Sci-fi
Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...
StrategyIndieSpace4XRTSSci-fiGrand StrategyGreat SoundtrackSingleplayerMultiplayer👍 261
$29.99Horizon
Feb 6 · L3O Interactive
Both: Space · 4X · Sci-fi
Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.
StrategyGrand StrategySpace4XSimulationSci-fiExplorationSandboxSingleplayerTurn-Based👍 377
$59.99Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI
Oct 20 · Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux)
Both: Turn-Based Strategy · Turn-Based · 4X
Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time?
StrategyTurn-Based StrategyMultiplayerHistoricalGrand StrategySingleplayerTurn-Based4XCity BuilderWar👍 276,188
$19.99Star Ruler 2
Mar 27 · Blind Mind Studios, Glacicle
Both: Space · 4X · Sci-fi
Massive scale 4X-RTS set in space. Control hundreds of planets, manipulate galactic politics, research numerous advanced technologies, and command thousands of units and hundreds of planets in your quest for galactic dominance.
StrategySpace4XSci-fiRTSIndieMultiplayer👍 661
$49.99Stellaris
May 9 · Paradox Development Studio
Both: Space · Sci-fi · 4X
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
SpaceStrategyGrand StrategySci-fi4XExplorationSandboxSimulationMultiplayerReal-Time with Pause👍 142,911
$9.99Interstellar Conquest
Feb 27 · GoldenGod Games
Both: 4X · Turn-Based Strategy
Take planets and assemble your fleet. The conquest of space is now, navigate through asteroid fields and hide in nebulas to outsmart your opponents. Experience the challenge of ion storms disrupting your ship's sensors and become the ultimate space fleet commander.
Strategy4XTurn-Based StrategyTurn-Based TacticsWargame2DIsometricAtmosphericBuildingManagement
-70%$0.89Space Empires II
Oct 13 · Malfador Machinations
Both: Turn-Based Strategy · 4X · Sci-fi
Explore the galaxy, discover and colonize new planets to acquire enough resources. Design your ships, choosing from different hulls, weapons, shields, and several devices. Once you advance with technologies, new systems will be available, and you will have to update your designs.
StrategyBase BuildingExplorationManagementTurn-Based Strategy4XGrand StrategyTurn-Based TacticsSci-fiEconomy

