Real-Time Games

1503 A.D. - The New World

1503 A.D. - The New World

Platform: PC
March 23, 2003
(Also known as "Anno 1503") Lay Claim to the New World. The New World is yours for the taking in this epic saga of adventure and discovery. Establish prosperous colonies and live in peace with your neighbors. Or expand your empire through military might and conquer entire civilizations. The power is yours to forge an empire of your own design. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.6
1701 A.D.

1701 A.D.

Platform: PC
November 6, 2006
(Known as "Anno 1701" in the UK/EU) 1701 A.D. is a unique empire building simulation set in the 17th century. In this third episode of the incredibly successful series, players are immersed in the golden age of exploration and trade, where they set out to discover and inhabit new islands – islands that will soon be home to huge cities. Players are tasked with establishing, expanding and maintaining a flourishing medieval metropolis while interacting with other players through trade, diplomacy or military conflicts. 1701 A.D. presents players with a 3D gaming world bursting with life from the vibrant citizens, to the incredibly varied flora and fauna to detailed animated animals. [Aspyr]
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.1
4Towers Onslaught: Combo TD

4Towers Onslaught: Combo TD

Platform: iOS
August 25, 2011
Start with just 4 simple towers and combine them in different ways to access many many more abilities and effects! Find the right tower combinations to fend off the alien swarms as they get bigger, faster and stealthier. ------------Key Features------------COMBO CARNAGE: Start with just 3 basic towers and combine them in 18 different ways to unleash worlds of pain!TACTICAL TENSION: Stack or stagger? Mix or match? Upgrade your towers to maximize your massacres or recycle them for their full value back! Speed up the waves or pause and redeploy at will!FEAR THE SWARM: Defend against 15 different creep types and bosses (and their combinations of course!) as they flood your screen – up to 200 at a time, giving you over 20 hours of gameplay across 3 difficulties!LOOT AND PLUNDER: Collect alien BIOMATTER and pick up trinkets and equipment to boost your tower stats!FIND YOUR PLAY-STYLE: More customization when you form your insignia! Choose your upgrade path to access Long Ranged Cannons, High Speed Snipers and much more! Theres more than one way to skin a creep!Join us on Facebook to get the latest news:www.lambdamugames.com/facebook
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
8-Bit Armies

8-Bit Armies

Platform: Xbox One
September 21, 2018
8-Bit Armies is Petroglyph's first game in the 8-Bit RTS series. It commemorates the first Command & Conquer games with its accessible gameplay mechanics while providing a fun and timeless art style that introduces new players to the genre. A unique console controller scheme makes it easier than ever to build bases and command large armies without complex button memorization. FEATURES: * Jump right in with easy to understand modern military units and structures. * Play cooperatively or versus the AI choosing from multiple difficulty options. * Use classic RTS Base-Building mechanics to construct the ultimate HQ from which to attack your foes. * Explore a variety of locales, destroying everything that gets in your way with devastating superweapons. * Two campaigns with a total of 40 single-player combat missions for many hours of gameplay. * Join your friends to play 12 co-op missions against a variety of AI opponents. * Gather up to 8 online players to team up in one of the dozen multiplayer/skirmish maps.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
8-Bit Armies

8-Bit Armies

Platform: PlayStation 4
September 21, 2018
8-Bit Armies is Petroglyph's first game in the 8-Bit RTS series. It commemorates the first Command & Conquer games with its accessible gameplay mechanics while providing a fun and timeless art style that introduces new players to the genre. A unique console controller scheme makes it easier than ever to build bases and command large armies without complex button memorization. FEATURES: * Jump right in with easy to understand modern military units and structures. * Play cooperatively or versus the AI choosing from multiple difficulty options. * Use classic RTS Base-Building mechanics to construct the ultimate HQ from which to attack your foes. * Explore a variety of locales, destroying everything that gets in your way with devastating superweapons. * Two campaigns with a total of 40 single-player combat missions for many hours of gameplay. * Join your friends to play 12 co-op missions against a variety of AI opponents. * Gather up to 8 online players to team up in one of the dozen multiplayer/skirmish maps.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
8-Bit Armies

8-Bit Armies

Platform: PC
April 22, 2016
8-Bit Armies is Petroglyph's first game in the 8-Bit RTS series. It commemorates the first Command & Conquer games with its accessible gameplay mechanics while providing a fun and timeless art style that introduces new players to the genre. A unique console controller scheme makes it easier than ever to build bases and command large armies without complex button memorization. FEATURES: * Jump right in with easy to understand modern military units and structures. * Play cooperatively or versus the AI choosing from multiple difficulty options. * Use classic RTS Base-Building mechanics to construct the ultimate HQ from which to attack your foes. * Explore a variety of locales, destroying everything that gets in your way with devastating superweapons. * Two campaigns with a total of 40 single-player combat missions for many hours of gameplay. * Join your friends to play 12 co-op missions against a variety of AI opponents. * Gather up to 8 online players to team up in one of the dozen multiplayer/skirmish maps.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.2
8-Bit Hordes

8-Bit Hordes

Platform: PlayStation 4
February 1, 2019
From the team that brought you 8-Bit Armies comes a new fantasy RTS as fast-paced and friendly as the original! 8-BIT HORDES is a colorful strategy-arcade game that is easy to learn for players of all skill levels. Collect resources, build up and defend your base, amass your army of orcs or humans and ultimately crush your opponents! 8-Bit Hordes features offline single-player missions, two-player cooperative missions, AI skirmish mode, and Player-vs-Player Multiplayer modes running on dedicated game servers.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
3.0
A Game of Thrones: Genesis

A Game of Thrones: Genesis

Platform: PC
September 28, 2011
A Game of Thrones: Genesis is a new PC strategy game that is adapted from George R.R. Martin's series of best-seller novels "A Song of Ice and Fire."
Metascore:
53
User Score:
4.1
A Knights Dawn

A Knights Dawn

Platform: iOS
May 24, 2011
*We realize some iPad2 users have problems with the keyboard input at the character creation, we are working hard on solving this asap! Until then, rebooting your iPad2 after the installation seems to be solving the problem as well, thank you for the reports!*Universal App - Play it on any iPhone 3GS, iPhone4, iPad, iPad 2, iPod Touch 3 (16 GB and up) or iPod Touch 4!To Celebrate the release, low introductory price only for a few days, Get it Now!"Wow, I am already Addicted!"  - Blaquadrat Podcast“ This looks amazing! …I'm very much looking forward to this.“ - www.TheAPPera.com"My first impression of the game: WOW!" - www.iphone-blog.ch“ …the artwork for the game is beautiful.” – www.BuyMeAniPhone.comDefense strategy brought to another level: Multilevel!Be prepared for the ultimate Defense game experience!  "A Knights Dawn" offers brilliant graphics with full Retina support, hours of fun and tactical battles in multiple levels.  If you have been waiting for a multilevel defense game, then wait no more, here you get the full package!Features:-Original hand drawn, brilliant graphics-Strategic multilevel defense game-Six different units with a variety of capabilities-Special attacks-Upgrades for units-A menu system that develops with you-Dramatic original sound effects and voice-Original Orchestrated Music-Variable controls-High Replay value due to different playmodes-In game Achievements-High definition graphics on the iPhone and the iPad-Facebook integration"A Knights Dawn" tells the story of a King and his long, hard path to power.  Together with his fearless companions and dedicated followers, he must free his homeland from the endless Hordes of evil Invaders.  Now its up to you to take the helm and lead your force to victory!
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia

A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia

Platform: PC
May 2, 2018
From the multi-award-winning strategy series, A Total War Saga: Thrones of Britannia combines huge real-time battles with engrossing turn-based campaign, set at a critical flashpoint in history. Anglo-Saxons, Gaelic clans and Viking settlers clash for control. What Kingdom will you build?
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.4
A Total War Saga: TROY

A Total War Saga: TROY

Platform: PC
August 13, 2020
A Total War Saga: TROY is the first in the award-winning strategy series to focus on the Bronze-Age Mediterranean and the legendary twenty-year conflict between the kingdoms of Troy and Mycenaean Greece, known as the Trojan War.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
6.1
A.I.R Defense

A.I.R Defense

Platform: iOS
April 14, 2011
Protect the Earth from alien attack in this futuristic take on the line drawing tower defense genre. Use a variety of defensive fortifications, quick fingers and even quicker thinking to keep your base in one piece during the massive alien invasion. MASS DESTRUCTION Rain destruction down on the Alien hordes using a variety of attacks. Not to mention some huge super powered weapons! VARIETY OF MODES Choose from the story driven campaign mode or see how long you can last in the challenging Survival Mode! TONS OF ALIENS The enemies come in all shapes and sizes, including epic bosses. It’s up to you to stop them any way you can! --- Facebook.com/Chillingo Twitter.com/Chillingo
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
A3: STILL ALIVE

A3: STILL ALIVE

Platform: iOS
November 8, 2020
A3: STILL ALIVE offers various competitive PvP battle modes that players can enjoy solo or with a group. ▶ Dark Presence: Open-field 100 vs 100 large scale battle mode with unrestricted PK between two teams in the darkness! ◀ Fight to survive under the darkness of a red moon. Beware! Your allies or guild members might suddenly become enemies! Try to survive the darkness with your team by defeating berserk players! ▶ Battle Royale: A survival game mode that ends with a sole victor. ◀ A real-time battle for survival where 30 players fight under the same conditions! Experience the tension that comes with fog of war as the battlefield shrinks with every passing moment. Earn rare and exclusive loot by becoming the final survivor! ▶ Soul Linkers: The next generation of battle partners. ◀ No need to fight all alone! Strategically select your Soul Linkers based on the situation to become the ruler of the battlefield! There are over 270+ different kinds of Soul Linkers sorted into 3 types: ATK, DEF, and SUPP. Become the ruler of the battlefield with the aide your Soul Linker's Ultimate powers!
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
Aarklash: Legacy

Aarklash: Legacy

Platform: PC
September 12, 2013
Aarklash: Legacy is a tactical role playing game centered around the principles of planification and strategy. Master tactical combat through the use of active pause to coordinate the various heroes and their skills. Play cleverly to defeat all the merciless creatures living in Aarklash. Learn their weaknesses and send them to their graves. Sharpen your skills/techniques and attempt to defeat the game in Ragnarok mode, if you dare.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.8
Achron

Achron

Platform: PC
August 29, 2011
How would combat change if you could foresee the future? If you could prevent your past mistakes from ever happening? What if your enemy could too? Achron is the first game to feature single-player and multiplayer free-form time travel. It is the world's first meta-time strategy game, a real-time strategy game where players and units can jump to and play at different times simultaneously and independently. You can undo your mistakes, change your strategy after committing to it, preview the future, freeze time to perfectly coordinate attacks, and send entire fleets through time to when they are needed. However, all of your opponents will also be independently moving across time, attempting to rewrite history in their favor...
Metascore:
54
User Score:
7.3
Act of Aggression

Act of Aggression

Platform: PC
September 2, 2015
In what is shaping up to be their most ambitious project since Act of War, Eugen Systems will deliver a real-time strategy experience set in the 2020's in a darkly realistic future where 3 major factions fight for their interests. In a world where international crisis and financial order is set in a seemingly unending loop, the shadowy organization known as "The Cartel" attempt to complete a secret agenda with high-tech technology, stolen prototypes and stealthy operatives. Against this looming threat stands the Chimere, a UNO funded, classified military organization specialized in fast strikes, which attempts to maintain global peace and order. Finally, somewhere between the two stands the US Army, worn out by two decades of being kept on a war footing with too few replacements, but still fielding a great deal of battle-hardened veterans.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.1
Act of War: Direct Action

Act of War: Direct Action

Platform: PC
March 15, 2005
Act of War: Direct Action tells a highly realistic, near-future story of a US elite force fighting an international plot to overthrow the current world order. While offering a "First Look at Tomorrow's War", the game takes you through a frightening and believable reality filled with suspense, international intrigue and geopolitical military conflict, wrapped in a top-quality strategy gaming experience. Act of War: Direct Action offers players the opportunity to zoom in and engage in the battle from street level perspective on urban battlefields such as San Francisco, Washington DC, London and Moscow, with incredible detail and without slowing down any of the action. Act of War features a single-player story mode and various multiplayer modes including 8-player online skirmishes. [Atari]
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.2
Act of War: High Treason

Act of War: High Treason

Platform: PC
May 30, 2006
On the eve of the U.S. Presidential election, terror strikes again in the worst possible way - as both candidates are attacked, the sitting president is assassinated. As America tumbles into turmoil, confusion and chaos, only one man can save the nation from a threat that's growing more frightening by the day. In this expansion pack we follow major Jason Richter and his Task Force Talon on a desperate race against time to unravel a gigantic plot to cripple the world's only super-power, with connections back to the Consortium, the shadowy organization we got to know in Direct Action. Aside from theathers of war ranging from New York and Manhattan to Cuba, Mexico and Florida, in this installment we also take the fight to the murky waters inbetween - as we're introduced to modern naval combat in the same ultra-realistic style as we did on land in Direct Action. [Atari]
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.5
Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault

Aegis of Earth: Protonovus Assault

Platform: PlayStation 4
March 15, 2016
A frenetic new spin on action strategy gaming. Dig in, plan out and build up your defenses as hordes of hulking monstrosities bombard your heavily fortified city in an attempt to wipe you off the Earth for good. Command the final bastion of humanity as you fight for the survival of the species using fantastic tech, cunning tactics and massive weapons. [Aksys]
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.5
Age of Booty

Age of Booty

Platform: Xbox 360
October 15, 2008
[Xbox Live Arcade] Set in the swashbuckling era, Age of Booty is a casual real-time multiplayer strategy game that puts players at the helm of their own pirate ship with the goal of sending your enemies to the briny deep, and looting and capturing towns for your pirate faction. In Age of Booty, players team up with other online players or AI-controlled pirate ships to raid, pillage, sink, and destroy their way to dominance on the high seas. Spoils of war and booty are used to upgrade and customize pirate ships to make them even more deadly as players take on 25 unique challenges and seven of the most devious Pirate Alliances on the high seas. Gain notoriety and fame by climbing the online leader boards. Create and share custom maps using the intuitive map creation system. Single player and multiplayer real-time action strategy from Certain Affinity, lead by Max Hoberman, designer of Halo 2 and 3's multiplayer game. Raid villages, sink merchants, seize towns, steal gold, upgrade your pirate ship and use your guns and your wits to send your foes to the briny deep. Master twenty-five unique multiplayer maps or create your own and share them with your friends. Up to four players on one console, up to eight players over LAN or the Internet. Tons of customizable options that allow you to tune the game to meet your taste. [Capcom]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.2
Age of Booty

Age of Booty

Platform: PlayStation 3
October 16, 2008
[Playstation Network] Set in the swashbuckling era, Age of Booty is a casual real-time multiplayer strategy game that puts players at the helm of their own pirate ship with the goal of sending your enemies to the briny deep, and looting and capturing towns for your pirate faction. In Age of Booty, players team up with other online players or AI-controlled pirate ships to raid, pillage, sink, and destroy their way to dominance on the high seas. Spoils of war and booty are used to upgrade and customize pirate ships to make them even more deadly as players take on 25 unique challenges and seven of the most devious Pirate Alliances on the high seas. Gain notoriety and fame by climbing the online leader boards. Create and share custom maps using the intuitive map creation system. Single player and multiplayer real-time action strategy from Certain Affinity, lead by Max Hoberman, designer of Halo 2 and 3's multiplayer game. Raid villages, sink merchants, seize towns, steal gold, upgrade your pirate ship and use your guns and your wits to send your foes to the briny deep. Master twenty-five unique multiplayer maps or create your own and share them with your friends. Up to four players on one console, up to eight players over LAN or the Internet. Tons of customizable options that allow you to tune the game to meet your taste. [Capcom]
Metascore:
74
User Score:
5.7
Age of Darkness: Final Stand

Age of Darkness: Final Stand

Platform: PC
January 15, 2025
The darkness is an entity of evil. Some say it is the manifestation of human fear and nightmares, others say it is a wandering mass of damned souls haunting us. The origin of the darkness itself is unknown, but one thing for certain is that we can keep it at bay through the power of light and fire. Brace yourself against huge tidal waves of Nightmares. Leveraging an internally developed technology called 'SwarmTech' allows the game to render over 70,000 enemy units on the screen at one time. These enemy legions claw their way up through seething fissures in the earth to reinforce 'The Veil'. Age of Darkness: Final Stand is a dark fantasy survival RTS where you must illuminate, build and defend humanity's last bastion against hordes of Nightmares. Set in the remnants of a kingdom consumed by a deadly fog, you decide. Will you hide in the light? Or take back your world.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Age of Empires

Age of Empires

Platform: PC
September 30, 1997
Age of Empires is an epic real-time strategy game spanning 10,000 years, in which players are the guiding spirit in the evolution of small stone age tribes. Starting with minimal resources, players are challenged to build their tribes into great civilizations. Gamers can choose from one of several ways to win the game, including: world domination by conquering enemy civilizations, exploration of the known world and economic victory through the accumulation of wealth. Age of Empires was developed by Ensemble Studios and features the expertise of Bruce Shelley, co-designer of the hit strategy game "Civilization." [Microsoft]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Platform: PC
November 14, 2019
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 20th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a new and fully remastered soundtrack, and brand-new content, “The Last Khans” with 3 new campaigns and 4 new civilizations.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.8
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Platform: PlayStation 5
May 6, 2025
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 20th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a new and fully remastered soundtrack, and brand-new content, "The Last Khans" with 3 new campaigns and 4 new civilizations. Explore all the original campaigns like never before as well as the best-selling expansions, spanning over 200 hours of gameplay and 1,000 years of human history. Head online to challenge other players with 35 different civilizations in your quest for world domination throughout the ages. Choose your path to greatness with this definitive remaster to one of the most beloved strategy games of all time.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Platform: Xbox Series X
January 31, 2023
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 20th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a new and fully remastered soundtrack, and brand-new content, "The Last Khans" with 3 new campaigns and 4 new civilizations. Explore all the original campaigns like never before as well as the best-selling expansions, spanning over 200 hours of gameplay and 1,000 years of human history. Head online to challenge other players with 35 different civilizations in your quest for world domination throughout the ages. Choose your path to greatness with this definitive remaster to one of the most beloved strategy games of all time.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.5
Age of Empires II: HD Edition

Age of Empires II: HD Edition

Platform: PC
April 9, 2013
In Age of Empires II: HD Edition, fans of the original game and new players alike will fall in love with the classic Age of Empires II experience. Explore all the original single player campaigns from both Age of Kings and The Conquerors expansion, choose from 18 civilizations spanning over a thousand years of history, and head online to challenge other Steam players in your quest for world domination throughout the ages. Originally developed by Ensemble Studios and reimagined in high definition by Hidden Path Entertainment, Microsoft Studios is proud to bring Age of Empires II: HD Edition to Steam!
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.9
Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

Platform: PC
September 30, 1999
Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings is the sequel to the award-winning, best-selling real-time strategy game "Age of Empires." Age of Empires II spans a thousand years, from the fall of Rome through the Middle Ages in which players lead one of 13 civilizations into greatness. The game keeps the epic scope of Age of Empires' game play while evolving the combat and economic features. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
92
User Score:
9.0
Age of Empires II: The Conquerors Expansion

Age of Empires II: The Conquerors Expansion

Platform: PC
August 25, 2000
The official add-on to the best-selling, real-time strategy game "Age Of Empires II: The Age Of Kings" challenges veterans and novices to wage war on an epic scale with all-new civilizations, unique units and technologies, and campaigns based on infamous conquerors, such as Attila the Hun, El Cid, and Montezuma. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
88
User Score:
9.1
Age of Empires III

Age of Empires III

Platform: PC
October 18, 2005
Age of Empires III offers gamers the next level of realism, with advanced battle physics and unparalleled visual detail. The new game picks up where Age of "Empires II: Age of Kings" left off, placing gamers in the position of a European power determined to explore, colonize and conquer the New World. This time period features stunning scenes, from towering European cathedrals to courageous tribes of Native Americans, and spectacular combat with Industrial Age units like rifled infantry, cavalry and tall ships bristling with cannons. Age of Empires III excites strategy gamers with new game-play elements, including the concept of a "Home City," new civilizations, units, technologies and an immersive new single-player campaign that will span three generations. [Ensemble Studios]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition

Platform: PC
October 15, 2020
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition completes the celebration of one of the most beloved real-time strategy franchises with remastered graphics and music, all previously released expansions and brand-new content to enjoy for the very first time.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.4
Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties

Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties

Platform: PC
October 23, 2007
Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties is the second expansion pack for Age of Empires III. Engaging gamers of all ages and types in epic warfare in the Eastern world, Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties will lead Japanese, Chinese and Indian civilizations to expand their empires. Playable Asian civilizations. Lead one of three unique Asian civilizations — Japan, China and India — to expand their empires and fight for control in the Eastern world. Each Asian civilization, led by powerful leaders, will have unique groups, armies and wonders, as well as buildings that reflect the culture’s architectural style. New gameplay elements. Extending upon the innovative gameplay of Age of Empires III, Age of Empires: The Asian Dynasties will introduce new ways of winning and trading, random map styles that feature remixes of classic Age of Empires game styles, and 15 new Asian Wonders. Returning to the historical, civilization-based single-player campaigns, Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties will offer gamers who enjoy the solo experience a chance to engage in strategic combat with Japan, China or India through several engrossing scenarios. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs

Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs

Platform: PC
October 17, 2006
The new expansion pack builds off of the real-time-strategy gameplay of "Age of Empires III," providing players with the ability to lead one of three proud Native American civilizations, including the Iroquois Confederation, to expand their empire and fight for control of the Americas. The game provides new ways to play and win, introducing new gameplay elements and content including new civilizations, a new single player campaign, Home City enhancements and additional maps and units. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
Age of Empires IV

Age of Empires IV

Platform: PC
October 28, 2021
The real-time strategy series returns to glory with Age of Empires IV, putting you at the center of epic historical battles that shaped the world. Featuring both familiar and innovative new ways to expand your empire in vast landscapes with stunning 4K visual fidelity, Age of Empires IV brings an evolved real-time strategy game to a new generation. Return to History – The past is prologue as you are immersed in a rich historical setting of 8 diverse civilizations across the world from the English to the Chinese to the Delhi Sultanate in your quest for victory. Build cities, manage resources, and lead your troops to battle on land and at sea in 4 distinct campaigns with 35 missions that span across 500 years of history from the Dark Ages up to the Renaissance. Choose Your Path to Greatness with Historical Figures – Live the adventures of Joan of Arc in her quest to defeat the English, or command mighty Mongol troops as Genghis Khan in his conquest across Asia. The choice is yours – and every decision you make will determine the outcome of history. Customize Your Game with Mods – Available in Early 2022, play how you want with user generated content tools for custom games. Challenge the World – Jump online to compete, cooperate or spectate with up to 7 of your friends in PVP and PVE multiplayer modes. An Age for All Players – Age of Empires IV is an inviting experience for new players with a tutorial system that teaches the essence of real-time strategy and a Campaign Story Mode designed for first time players to help achieve easy setup and success, yet is challenging enough for veteran players with new game mechanics, evolved strategies, and combat techniques.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.7
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition

Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition

Platform: PlayStation 5
October 30, 2025
Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world. Featuring both familiar and innovative new ways to expand your empire in vast landscapes with stunning 4K visual fidelity, Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition brings an evolved real-time strategy game to the next level in this celebratory new version that includes a host of free new content such as brand-new civilizations, new maps, additional in-game updates and languages, and new masteries, challenges, taunts and cheats - all at an amazing value that packs in more history than ever before!
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition

Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition

Platform: Xbox Series X
August 22, 2023
Celebrating its first year of delighting millions of global players, the award-winning and best-selling strategy franchise continues with Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition, putting you at the center of even more epic historical battles that shaped the world. Featuring both familiar and innovative new ways to expand your empire in vast landscapes with stunning 4K visual fidelity, Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition brings an evolved real-time strategy game to the next level in this celebratory new version that includes a host of free new content such as brand-new civilizations, new maps, additional in-game updates and languages, and new masteries, challenges, taunts and cheats – all at an amazing value that packs in more history than ever before! Two New Civilizations, 8 New Maps - Lead the mighty Malians of West Africa as one of the richest trading nations of all-time as you focus on strong economic prowess in mining and investing in gold. Or assemble one of the longest lasting empires in history with the Ottoman civilization and its well-trained military force, which features the largest gunpowder siege weapons available – the Great Bombards – mighty cannons that can fell any opponents who stand in your way. Customize Your Game with Mods (Beta) - Chart your own course with powerful creator tools in the latest beta release of Mod Editor. Sculpt your own skirmish and multiplayer maps, craft unique mission scenarios, forge data driven tuning packs and envision new modes of play for Age of Empires IV. Return to History – The past is prologue as you are immersed in a rich historical setting of 10 diverse civilizations across the world from the English to the Chinese to the Delhi Sultanate in your quest for victory. Build cities, manage resources, and lead your troops to battle on land and at sea in 4 distinct campaigns with 35 missions that span across 500 years of history from the Dark Ages up to the Renaissance. An Age for All Players – Age of Empires IV is an inviting experience for new players with a tutorial system that teaches the essence of real-time strategy and a Campaign Story Mode designed for first time players to help achieve easy setup and success, yet is challenging enough for veteran players with new game mechanics, evolved strategies, and combat techniques. Challenge the World – Jump online to compete, cooperate or spectate with up to 7 of your friends in PVP and PVE multiplayer modes that include ranked seasons and much more! Choose Your Path to Greatness with Historical Figures – Live the adventures of Joan of Arc in her quest to defeat the English, or command mighty Mongol troops as Genghis Khan in his conquest across Asia. The choice is yours – and every decision you make will determine the outcome of history.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Age of Empires Online

Age of Empires Online

Platform: PC
August 16, 2011
With more than 20 million copies sold worldwide, the “Age of Empires” series redefined real-time strategy games for Windows-based PC players. Now, the timeless franchise once again invites players to experience its rich storyline in new ways. “Age of Empires Online” will invite players to create a living, growing online world, shared with friends and friendly rivals around the globe. Begin the journey with your own Greek civilisation, and watch as it progresses from a village to an empire. Embark on quests along the way, alone or with friends, and immerse yourself in epic tales, quirky characters, adventure, history and strategy. Together with the Games for Windows – LIVE service, “Age of Empires Online” delivers a rich, social experience that lets you play however you want — anywhere, anytime.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
5.7
Age of Empires: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires: Definitive Edition

Platform: PC
February 20, 2018
In 1997, Age of Empires changed RTS games forever. Today, twenty years later, Age of Empires: Definitive Edition begins that transformation anew with all-new graphics, remastered sound and music, and a smooth UI experience rebuilt from the ground up.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.8
Age of Mythology

Age of Mythology

Platform: PC
November 1, 2002
Age of Mythology transports players to a time when heroes did battle with monsters of legend and the gods intervened in the affairs of mortal men. Players wage war using human armies and diplomacy, progress through development ages, enhance military and economic performance with improvements, and manage economics through resource gathering and trade. Mythology enters the mix when players call upon the gods to act on their behalf or reinforce their armies with more than 20 mythological creatures. Ensemble Studios' new 3D engine adds a deep richness of graphical detail and creates a unique new title based on the ancient cultural history of the Greek, Norse, and Egyptian cultures, which are divided into nine detailed civilizations. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
89
User Score:
8.9
Age of Mythology: Extended Edition

Age of Mythology: Extended Edition

Platform: PC
May 8, 2014
The classic real time strategy game that transports players to a time when heroes did battle with monsters of legend and the gods intervened in the affairs of mortals. Use mythological creatures like Minotaurs and Cyclopes to bolster your armies' strength. Call upon the gods for assistance in flattening enemy towns with meteors or scatter opposing troops with lightning storms. The Extended Edition includes: Age of Mythology Age of Mythology: The Titans Golden Gift Campaign
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.6
Age of Mythology: Retold

Age of Mythology: Retold

Platform: PlayStation 5
March 4, 2025
From the creators of the award-winning Age of Empires franchise, Age of Mythology: Retold goes beyond history to a mythical age where gods, monsters, and humans collide. Combining the best elements of the beloved Age of Mythology with modern real-time strategy design and visuals, Retold is an epic and innovative experience for old and new players alike. Secure your domain, command legendary monsters, and call upon the power of the gods to crush your enemies.   
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Age of Mythology: Retold

Age of Mythology: Retold

Platform: PC
September 4, 2024
Gods will return. Heroes will rise. Legends will battle.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Age of Mythology: Retold

Age of Mythology: Retold

Platform: Xbox Series X
August 27, 2024
Gods will return. Heroes will rise. Legends will battle.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Age of Mythology: Retold - Immortal Pillars

Age of Mythology: Retold - Immortal Pillars

Platform: PC
March 4, 2025
Embark on a legendary journey in Immortal Pillars, the first expansion for Age of Mythology: Retold! Command divine powers, lead mythical creatures, and build majestic cities as you experience a rich tapestry of Chinese culture and mythology. From its captivating deities to its intricate landscapes, Immortal Pillars expands your strategic possibilities and immerses you in a vibrant, mythological world.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
tbd
Age of Mythology: The Titans

Age of Mythology: The Titans

Platform: PC
September 30, 2003
Age of Mythology: The Titans Expansion adds a fourth mythology, the Atlanteans, to the existing Greek, Egyptian and Norse mythologies. A new single-player campaign will add yet another chapter to the franchise's expansive folklore along with the addition of new scenarios. Atlantean players will be able to call upon the might of the Titan gods (such as Atlas and Cronus) multiple times throughout the game, and may also upgrade human units to heroes. The expansion pack will introduce 12 new god powers, 15 new human units and 10 formidable myth units to the game. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.9
Age of Sail II

Age of Sail II

Platform: PC
February 1, 2001
The invading armada drifts on the horizon, preparing for war. On your order, the battle begins. Explosions break the peaceful atmosphere as the smoke distorts the scene. It was a time when nations fought for naval dominance ... a time of true adventure ... a time unlike no other. It was the Age Of Sail! [TalonSoft]
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
Age of Sail II: Privateer's Bounty

Age of Sail II: Privateer's Bounty

Platform: PC
August 13, 2002
Now you too can lead the wooden fleets of the world's most powerful nautical powers into battle in the new standard of naval combat simulation, Age of Sail II: Privateer's Bounty. Never before has every aspect of nautical combat been so faithfully reproduced, from advanced sailing tactics, to the handling of your crews. It's time for you to accept your Letter of Marques, and immerse yourself into an epoch of adventure and intrigue, into the Age of Sail. [Global Star Software]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
AI War 2

AI War 2

Platform: PC
October 22, 2019
AI War II is a grand strategy/RTS hybrid against an overwhelming, inhuman enemy who has conquered the galaxy. The enemy has made only a single error: underestimating you. You must steal as much technology as you can, and take enough territory to fortify your bases and launch your attacks.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
AI War: Fleet Command

AI War: Fleet Command

Platform: PC
May 14, 2009
Space-based RTS, single player or up to 8 player co-op. Powerful emergent AI that retreats, probes defenses, and surprises even veterans with intelligent tactics. 30,000+ ships at a time on 10-120 simultaneous planetary battlefields. Different Every Time: 16 billion procedural maps, each with specific units. - A focus on deep strategy with nearly no micromanagement. [Arcen Games]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Airborne Assault: Highway to the Reich

Airborne Assault: Highway to the Reich

Platform: PC
December 10, 2003
September 1944, General Montgomery mounts the most daring Allied offensive of WW2. The plan is ambitious. Drop thirty thousand airborne troops deep behind enemy lines, seize the vital bridges across the Rhine, secure the highway to the Reich, advance the Allied armies into the German heartland and end the war by Xmas. Take command and with the aid of the world's most advanced wargame engine fight the battle and change history. The Airborne Assault game engine revolutionizes wargaming. Its pausable, continuous time game play, the most advanced artificial intelligence of any wargame, powerful and intuitive user interface and unique command system provide the most realistic and enjoyable simulation of operational warfare. Command like a real General, under real time pressures to achieve real objectives on a real map all within the fog of war. Issue orders to your powerful AI controlled subordinates or take total control of every unit. Fight the worlds most advanced AI opponent or match wits against your friends online or over a LAN. [Matrix Games]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
6.2
Airborne Assault: Red Devils Over Arnhem

Airborne Assault: Red Devils Over Arnhem

Platform: PC
June 17, 2002
Take part in the biggest Airborne operation in history! Can your British "Red Devils" seize and hold the Rhine crossings and end the war before Christmas 1944? Or can your desperate German forces resist the onslaught and eliminate this threat to the German heartland?
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.3
Airborne Kingdom

Airborne Kingdom

Platform: PC
December 17, 2020
Airborne Kingdom — the sky city builder. Grow your unique town among the clouds, and fly it across a wide-open landscape. Explore the skies to restore serenity to the world below.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.5
AirStrike Defense

AirStrike Defense

Platform: iOS
February 10, 2010
Intense air and sea combat! Take command of your navy fleet and air force firepower to destroy the enemy! AirStrike Defense combines the intuitive controls of a line-drawing game, the fast paced tactical and strategic elements of an RTS game, and the addictive gameplay of casual gaming, all of which blend to create a unique and fun new experience. Using touch controls, you take command of a full naval strike force of air and sea units. Navigate fleets of ships, including battleships and destroyers, and defend them from oncoming enemy air strikes. Guide attack planes to execute bombing runs in order to destroy entire enemy fleets. Employing these tactics, you engage in full naval battles in which you attack enemy naval units with your air force, while simultaneously defending your own fleet from enemy attacks. Your survival depends on your ability to wipe out the enemy, before they eliminate you! This fast-paced gameplay involves quick reflexes, evasive maneuvers and precise attacks. Play through different gameplay modes in the campaign missions: - Air Attack missions In these missions, you perform air attacks on enemy fleets. You guide your air force units towards the enemy and destroy their ships by strategically dropping bombs when in range. You will need to anticipate enemy movements and time attacks for critical hits! - Naval Defense missions In these missions, you navigate your ships to safety while evading enemy air attacks. You will also maneuver your ships through various obstacles, such as sea mines and floating explosives. - Battle missions This is full-on naval warfare! In these missions you attack with your air force units while simultaneously protecting your fleet from intense enemy attacks. In order to win, you will need to destroy the enemy before they eliminate you! Features: - Innovative new gameplay combining line-drawing with RTS elements - Destroy enemy ships with air strikes and bombing runs! - Navigate your ships to safety while evading enemy attacks! - Collect points and unlock special attack units for extra firepower - Complete naval and flight training, and then advance through battle in numerous campaign missions - Multiple gameplay modes - Innovative instant-switch battle system - Player rank system and upgrades - OpenFeint scoreboards and achievements
Metascore:
85
User Score:
tbd
Alchemic Jousts

Alchemic Jousts

Platform: PlayStation 4
November 22, 2016
Alchemic Jousts is a 2D action strategy game in which you discover new skills by combining the ones you already know. Command your elementals and support them with a wide variety of skills. Control the arena and crush your opponent in one-to-one encounters. [Playstation.com]
Metascore:
65
User Score:
6.3
Alexander (2004)

Alexander (2004)

Platform: PC
November 23, 2004
The RTS gameplay in Alexander is challenging enough to entice the hard core gamer, but also provides a gaming experience accessible to a larger audience of casual gamers. Players experience the epic scope of Alexander's conquests via historic campaigns, each with unique characteristics and resource management challenges, and featuring heroes from Alexander the Great's era. Players fight real-time battles using formations, combat and authentic military tactics, while commanding vast armies in foreign lands. Blood will be spilled on the battlefield and honor will be put to the test, as a combination of courage and strategy will determine the victor. [Ubisoft]
Metascore:
56
User Score:
8.4
Alien Creeps TD

Alien Creeps TD

Platform: iOS
August 27, 2014
Alien Creeps is the tower defense game that has it all: frenzied, epic battles! Hordes of devious enemies! Dazzling graphics and animations! Lighting bolts! Helicopters!
Metascore:
51
User Score:
tbd
Aliens Versus Predator: Extinction

Aliens Versus Predator: Extinction

Platform: PlayStation 2
July 30, 2003
On a cold distant planet, the war against extinction is on and your command skills will determine its outcome. Control an Alien hive, Predator clan, or lead an elite squad of Colonial Marines and fight for the survival of your race. Harness the unique advantages as an Alien, Predator or Colonial Marine to wage war in 21 single-player missions. Control one of three different races - each with its own characteristics and abilities to suit any style of play. Upgrade up to 10 different unit types of various races including new, never before seen units such as the Predator Hydra or Alien Ravager. Engage the enemy in 21 unique maps, from jungles to deserts to high-tech laboratories. Utilize powerful resources and strategies including pulse rifles, exosuits and air strikes to unleash devastating attacks on your enemies. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.6
Aliens Versus Predator: Extinction

Aliens Versus Predator: Extinction

Platform: Xbox
July 30, 2003
On a cold distant planet, the war against extinction begins, and your command skills will determine its outcome. Lead an Alien hive, a Predator clan, or an elite squad of Colonial Marines to victory in 21 single-player missions. Each race has its own characteristics, abilities, weapons, and vehicles to suit your style of play. The survival of your species depends on your ability to use powerful resources and strategies, including pulse rifles, exosuits, and air strikes.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.2
Aliens: Dark Descent

Aliens: Dark Descent

Platform: PC
June 20, 2023
In Aliens: Dark Descent, command a squad of hardened Colonial Marines to stop a terrifying Xenomorph outbreak on Moon Lethe. Lead your soldiers in real-time combat against iconic Xenomorphs, rogue operatives from the insatiable Weyland-Yutani Corporation, and a host of horrifying creatures new to the Alien franchise. Infiltrate large open levels and annihilate enemies with your squad, dispatching orders strategically and intuitively at the touch of a button. Tread carefully, as your foes will adapt their tactics to your actions while hunting you down because death is permanent. Manage your resources wisely and take calculated risks to outsmart the deadliest creature mankind has ever faced. Can you and your squad stop the outbreak before it's too late?
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.0
Aliens: Dark Descent

Aliens: Dark Descent

Platform: PlayStation 5
June 20, 2023
In Aliens: Dark Descent, command a squad of hardened Colonial Marines to stop a terrifying Xenomorph outbreak on Moon Lethe. Lead your soldiers in real-time combat against iconic Xenomorphs, rogue operatives from the insatiable Weyland-Yutani Corporation, and a host of horrifying creatures new to the Alien franchise. Infiltrate large open levels and annihilate enemies with your squad, dispatching orders strategically and intuitively at the touch of a button. Tread carefully, as your foes will adapt their tactics to your actions while hunting you down because death is permanent. Manage your resources wisely and take calculated risks to outsmart the deadliest creature mankind has ever faced. Can you and your squad stop the outbreak before it's too late?
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.9
Aliens: Dark Descent

Aliens: Dark Descent

Platform: Xbox Series X
June 20, 2023
In Aliens: Dark Descent, command a squad of hardened Colonial Marines to stop a terrifying Xenomorph outbreak on Moon Lethe. Lead your soldiers in real-time combat against iconic Xenomorphs, rogue operatives from the insatiable Weyland-Yutani Corporation, and a host of horrifying creatures new to the Alien franchise. Infiltrate large open levels and annihilate enemies with your squad, dispatching orders strategically and intuitively at the touch of a button. Tread carefully, as your foes will adapt their tactics to your actions while hunting you down because death is permanent. Manage your resources wisely and take calculated risks to outsmart the deadliest creature mankind has ever faced. Can you and your squad stop the outbreak before it's too late?
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.9
All Walls Must Fall

All Walls Must Fall

Platform: PC
August 8, 2017
All Walls Must Fall is a Tech-Noir Tactics game set in Berlin 2089, where the Cold War never ended.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Alliance: Future Combat

Alliance: Future Combat

Platform: PC
September 8, 2006
The year is 2008. The area between Iran, Afghanistan, India and China has become the Democratic Republic of North Dzambystan (DRND). To get financial aid from the United States the DRND¹s government allowed the US military to build a top-secret subterranean base. The DRND¹s government is unaware that the heavily fortified base is in fact a research center for genetic engineering on soldiers, and a testing lab for next-generation weaponry. Features 20 action-packed combat missions full of intense tactical challenges and two interlinked campaigns putting the world's finest soldiers against the threat of global terrorism. Over 70 different choices of units that include special purpose personnel; snipers, medics, and engineers. Voice Control with natural language support. Near-future technological development, such as robotic vehicles and armed unmanned aircraft. Night and day missions with realistic weather conditions. [Strategy First]
Metascore:
43
User Score:
8.4
America

America

Platform: PC
January 14, 2001
An RTS of power, lust, ambition, and greed, America is set in the wildest days of the Wild West. You control the destiny of a group of people (settlers, Native Americans, Mexicans, and outlaws) and lead them, by your guile, to power and prosperity. [Data Becker]
Metascore:
50
User Score:
7.4
American Civil War: Take Command - Second Manassas

American Civil War: Take Command - Second Manassas

Platform: PC
April 26, 2006
Take Command: 2nd Manassas is "the most detailed Civil War game to date," according to Paradox Interactive, presenting nearly 50 scenarios with historically accurate maps, leaders and regiments as well as authentic flags that separate the different states. Play any leader on any battlefield of the 2nd Manassas campaign. You can play all main battles from both fronts with as much or as little detail as you like. Command combat from a third-person view, with full military control over your troops. Just like those who fought in the American Civil War, you will face difficulties in communication, uncertainty over enemy positions and numerous other factors affecting the outcome of each battle. What’s more, the scenarios are linked, meaning that the outcome of one battle will affect the next. In the end, there can only be one victor; you decide the outcome. [Paradox Interactive]
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.1
American Conquest: Divided Nation

American Conquest: Divided Nation

Platform: PC
March 27, 2006
Divided Nation is the next installment in the American Conquest RTS series. CDV and GSC GameWorld return to offer the player an opportunity to experience the American Civil War and key events immediately prior to and following the conflict that changed the United States. In Divided Nation, players take on multiple roles in 19th century America, including Civil War General, pirate commander and militia leader in the Texas War of Independence. [CDV]
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.0
American Conquest: Fight Back

American Conquest: Fight Back

Platform: PC
September 29, 2003
Three centuries of war continue - with even more frantic combat and more desperate power struggles raging across the American continent. The Spanish sound the attack on Yucatan amidst fierce Maya and Aztec resistance. The Germans put all their efforts into finding the legendary Eldorado. The Pontiac Uprising ends in a terrifying bloodbath between Native Americans and the British. And the Russians will do anything to conquer Alaska at the cost of the Haida. There is a fantastic bonus for shrewd strategists: the great new "battlefield" mode in single-player and multiplayer modes! Tactical skill alone will determine victory or defeat in single-player and multiplayer games. So, plunge into battle! [CDV Software]
Metascore:
66
User Score:
8.4
Amoebattle

Amoebattle

Platform: iOS
April 4, 2012
The fate of our biological future lies in your hands. Literally.- Featuring Retina Display Support for the new iPad -THE BATTLE FOR PRIMORIDAL SOUP-REMACYLead your group of amoebas against a fast spreading infection that threatens the microscopic world. Built from the ground up for the mobile touchscreen, Amoebattle delivers a highly unique RTS experience for newcomers and veterans alike.DIVE INTO THE MICROSCOPIC WORLDDiscover nine types of creatures, from the fast moving Viper to the indestructible Ursa. Journey through the beautiful yet alien landscapes, featuring a remarkable watercolor/pixel hybrid art style.THE TIDE OF BATTLEMutate into any other amoeba to fit your playstyle or try new tactics. Turn the tide of battle with powerful Probes, such as the Cryoprobe that slows enemies to a crawl.ALL THE THRILLS...Stop the infection and destroy its source in the varied and intense twelve mission campaign. Show your dominance by conquering the challenging Game Center Achievements.AND ALL THE FRILLSUniversal, iCloud Enabled, Retina Display, intuitive Multi-Touch controls, and AMI - your neighborhood friendly robotic assistant.Amoebattle brings the action and excitement of the RTS and reimagines it for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch to deliver an experience unlike anything else.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Amoebattle

Amoebattle

Platform: DS
May 3, 2012
Battle for 'Primordial Soup'-remacy! A mysterious infection threatens the microscopic world and its inhabitants, and it's up to you - and your group of loveable single-celled creatures - to stop it from spreading. Built from the ground up, Amoebattle delivers a portable twist to the real time strategy genre and brings the experience to the palm of your hand. Intuitively command your troops using the Touch Screen as you discover interesting types of amoebas, journey through fantastic environments, and lead your amoebas to victory in battle...Amoebattle!
Metascore:
68
User Score:
7.1
Anarcute

Anarcute

Platform: PC
July 12, 2016
These are dark times. A group of evil corporations has taken over the world's major cities. They've taken over the media, brainwashed the police and are now shamelessly running citizens' lives from the security of their skyscrapers. It is time to act. Assume control of the revolution to confront the terrible Brainwash Patrol who are dominating the world.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
Anarcute

Anarcute

Platform: Xbox One
July 12, 2016
These are dark times. A group of evil corporations has taken over the world's major cities. They've taken over the media, brainwashed the police and are now shamelessly running citizens' lives from the security of their skyscrapers. It is time to act. Assume control of the revolution to confront the terrible Brainwash Patrol who are dominating the world. [Xbox.com]
Metascore:
74
User Score:
7.3
Ancestors Legacy

Ancestors Legacy

Platform: PC
May 22, 2018
Ancestors Legacy is a squad-based real time strategy with a strong focus on tactics. Inspired by medieval European history, it brings to life four different nations and their conflicts, usually solved by war.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.3
Ancestors Legacy

Ancestors Legacy

Platform: Xbox One
August 13, 2019
A history-inspired, real-time strategy game influenced by historical events in the Middle Ages. Combining resource management and base building with large-scale, squad-based battles across vast battlefields and a cinematic action camera that puts you right in the middle of the battle.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.2
Ancestors Legacy

Ancestors Legacy

Platform: PlayStation 4
August 13, 2019
Ancestors Legacy is a squad-based real time strategy with a strong focus on tactics. Inspired by medieval European history, it brings to life four different nations and their conflicts, usually resolved by war. The game combines resource management and base building with large-scale, squad-based battles across vast battlefields.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.8
Ancestors Legacy

Ancestors Legacy

Platform: Switch
June 11, 2020
Ancestors Legacy is a history-inspired real-time strategy game influenced by historical events in the Middle Ages. The game combines resource management and base building with large-scale, squad-based battles across vast battlefields, all rendered in great detail thanks to the Unreal Engine 4 tech.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.9
Ancient Wars: Sparta

Ancient Wars: Sparta

Platform: PC
April 24, 2007
Anciet Wars: Sparta is based on the history of the ancient ages and their main nations. Spartans, Persians and Egyptians are fighting for influence around Little Asia, Europe and North Africa. Historical correct timeline is 700-300 BC and the action takes place with different campaigns for all three races. Sparta represents 3D strategy in real time with the new developed Ancient Wars Engine (AWE), where the player will have to use each nation’s powers to be superior over other competitors and build up a driving and ruling faction. The main emphasis is on large-scaled battles and complex tactical manoeuvres. Additional to this, a new method of army equipment is represented. Warriors can be equipped with weapons and shields, can be put on horses or on chariots and be given special abilities. The player can collect abandoned weapons after battles or import powerful weapons from other cultures to build more powerful and different special units. Additionally the forces of nature are very important, because fire, find etc. will affect the whole environment. Cities can be upgraded (e.g. turned to fortresses), workers gather resources to ensure the economic part. [Playlogic]
Metascore:
59
User Score:
6.9
Animal Force

Animal Force

Platform: PlayStation 4
July 10, 2018
Assemble your squad of superpowered beasts to save the world from a deadly alien invasion. Unleash your claws, paws, horns and fangs across huge 3D planetary battlefields in totally immersive 360º virtual reality – deploying mighty critters to fight waves of other-worldly enemies before they kidnap defenceless humans.
Metascore:
57
User Score:
5.0
Anno 1701: Dawn of Discovery

Anno 1701: Dawn of Discovery

Platform: DS
March 4, 2008
(Also known as "Anno 1701: Dawn of Discovery") In Anno 1701 you can experience the adventurous world of the 18th century with up to three friends, mobile and wireless. Explore, settle and expand in a completely new world. Prove yourself as adventurer and embark on the journey of your lifetime. Set sail to explore nameless islands and strange cultures, prove yourself as strategist, trader and town planner. Develop a new, powerful colony – it's up to you. Based on Germany's successful PC-Game-Franchise, ANNO 1701 for Nintendo DS is original development utilizing the unique options offered by the Nintendo DS. The island worlds of ANNO 1701 can be explored, developed and controlled solely by using the stylus. The upper screen provides all relevant game play information while the game takes its course on the touchscreen below. Three different game modes offer endless fun: a full-fledged campaign including dramatic cut scenes, a versatile endless-game-mode for free exploration and development of the island world, as well as a multiplayer mode offering competitive fun for up to four players via Nintendo WFC.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Anno 2070

Anno 2070

Platform: PC
November 17, 2011
Developed by Related Designs in collaboration with Blue Byte, Anno 2070 takes place in a near-future environment where climate change has forced humanity to adapt to rising sea levels that have left stretches of once-fertile land completely inhospitable. Players need to master new technologies while facing numerous ecological challenges to build their empires. Anno 2070 offers players the ability to be architects of the future and create the world of tomorrow.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.1
Anomaly 2

Anomaly 2

Platform: PC
May 15, 2013
11 Bit's Secret Game is an unannounced title from 11 bit that is scheduled to be announced on February 28th.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.7
Anomaly 2

Anomaly 2

Platform: PlayStation 4
September 16, 2014
In the years following the invasion of Earth in 2018, the planet is overrun by alien machines. Humankind is on the verge of extinction. Banded together in huge convoys, they search the frozen tundra for food and supplies. Since the war, the roles have been reversed: now our species seems to be the Anomaly on a machine-controlled planet. Your convoy, Commander, is called Yukon.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
6.9
Anomaly 2

Anomaly 2

Platform: iOS
October 31, 2013
Lead the Yukon convoy across a post-apocalyptic wasteland to fight for mankind's survival against the alien machines in an epic single player campaign. Use over one million tactical combinations including troops that morph into game-changing war mechs to overcome the enemy's gauntlet.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.2
Anomaly Defenders

Anomaly Defenders

Platform: PC
May 29, 2014
Anomaly Defenders is the closing installment of the Anomaly series. The original incarnation of the Tower Offense sub-genre had players controlling humans fighting alien invaders. Now, the tables have turned. The human counterattack is underway and the alien homeworld is under threat.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.5
Anomaly Defenders

Anomaly Defenders

Platform: iOS
September 25, 2014
Protect an alien Homeworld under threat from an invading human counterattack in the closing installment of the series.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Anomaly Korea

Anomaly Korea

Platform: iOS
December 20, 2012
Thrilling portable strategy is back with a new campaign in Korea! Packed with fierce battles, an engaging story, a tactical map for battle planning your approach, new units, new player powers, and an even more frantic race to build up a new battlefield against the oncoming alien hordes, this is tower defense turned on its head - again!
Metascore:
86
User Score:
6.4
Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Platform: PC
April 8, 2011
Blending fast-paced, explosive action with tactical battlefield command, Anomaly puts players in charge of a military convoy tasked with fighting back against the mysterious alien war machines that have begun to spring up in many of the world's largest cities. Players take part in battles personally to support and assist a hand-picked armor squad, utilizing their top-down tactical view to plot each and every turn of the convoy. As they progress through the story campaign and challenge modes, players will unlock upgrades and new units to build their ultimate destruction squad.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.2
Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Platform: Xbox 360
April 6, 2012
Blending fast-paced, explosive action with tactical battlefield command, Anomaly puts players in charge of a military convoy tasked with fighting back against the mysterious alien war machines that have begun to spring up in many of the world's largest cities. Players take part in battles personally to support and assist a hand-picked armor squad, utilizing their top-down tactical view to plot each and every turn of the convoy. As they progress through the story campaign and challenge modes, players will unlock upgrades and new units to build their ultimate destruction squad.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
6.1
Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Platform: iOS
August 11, 2011
Winner of the prestigious Apple Design Award, Anomaly Warzone Earth comes to iOS and turns tower defense on its head.This time you take control of the attacking force, pitting your heavily armored squad against the destructive towers of an alien horde. Carefully lead your squad through the invaders' defenses, shattering their towers and turrets with special weapons and power-ups in this groundbreaking new experience of tower offense.Press Quotes"Simply Incredible." — TouchArcade"It's a rare innovator in a genre packed with wannabes and copycats.” — PocketGamer“Anomaly has great visuals with a futuristic feel and outstanding explosions.” —AppAdvice“Forget everything you know about tower defense games, because in Anomaly Warzone Earth you play as the invading army.” — Slide To PlayAnomaly Warzone Earth Highlights• Experience a new type of tower defense formula where you’re the attacking side.• Deploy special weapons to break through alien defenses or use stealth to slip through unscathed.• Think tactically and choose the right squad and route to guarantee success.• Strategically gather resources to buy and upgrade new and more powerful units.• Play for hours on end in three unique and engaging modes of play.• Immerse yourself in the cutting-edge graphics and atmospheric soundtrack.For more information or support, please visit www.chillingo.com
Metascore:
92
User Score:
6.8
Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Anomaly: Warzone Earth

Platform: PlayStation 3
September 11, 2012
Blending fast-paced, explosive action with tactical battlefield command, Anomaly puts players in charge of a military convoy tasked with fighting back against the mysterious alien war machines that have begun to spring up in many of the world's largest cities. Players take part in battles personally to support and assist a hand-picked armor squad, utilizing their top-down tactical view to plot each and every turn of the convoy. As they progress through the story campaign and challenge modes, players will unlock upgrades and new units to build their ultimate destruction squad.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.1
Ant Nation

Ant Nation

Platform: Wii
July 13, 2009
[WiiWare] The beloved childhood pastime of lazy Sundays spent with a magnifying glass and an ant farm finally arrives in its most mischievous form via the WiiWare service. You must train your colony of Super Ants using a devilishly fun toolset. Zap, torch and manipulate your ants to make them numerous enough and tough enough to survive a variety of increasingly difficult challenges. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Anthill

Anthill

Platform: Switch
October 24, 2019
By drawing pheromone trails, you direct your ground forces to different destinations, working with streams of units rather than individuals.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Anthill: Tactical Trail Defense

Anthill: Tactical Trail Defense

Platform: iOS
October 6, 2011
??? SPECIAL LAUNCH PRICE! ???- 33% DISCOUNT UNTIL OCT 13!"…the execution is amazingly fluid and perfectly suited to iOS." — iFanzine, 4.5/5"…a total blast!" — unboundgamer.com, 9/10?????FOR QUEEN AND COLONY! Join the ranks of Anthill, a strategy game based on the real-world behavior of ants. The award-winning user interface enables you to draw pheromone trails to direct your troops, moving streams of ants rather than individuals. Engage in the mission to protect your hill as wave upon wave of enemy bugs are thrown at you. Don't wait, join the colony today! EAT WHAT YOU KILL Take down a bug with your soldiers, then direct your workers to bring back the carcass for dinner - yum! SURGICAL STRIKES Simply tap the screen to send out bomber ants to take out those pesky ladybugs. Satisfaction guaranteed! UPGRADES! UPGRADES! UPGRADES! Buy permanent upgrades for your troops! Turn your bombers into carpet bombers, inspire courage in your workers, and make your soldiers more brutal. Boo-ya! UNIVERSAL APP Buy once, use for both your iPad and iPhone! We don't charge double for the same game. ????? With over 20 exciting missions, beautiful surroundings, dozens of different enemies and hours of gameplay, you will love your queen and colony! Compatible with iPhone 3GS/4, iPad 1/2 and 3rd/4th generation iPod touch (and newer devices). VISIT US: www.anthillgame.com FOLLOW US: www.twitter.com/imageform LIKE US: www.facebook.com/imageform
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.4
APOX

APOX

Platform: PC
January 20, 2011
APOX is a real-time strategy game that uniquely includes gameplay concepts from first-person shooters. Like in a FPS, you can prone, crouch, switch active weapons, throw grenades, and loot corpses. Soldiers in APOX have limited ammo, but ammo sharing is done seamlessly. Soldiers can be placed in vehicles, and this essentially lets you create your own unit designs. APOX keeps everything that makes RTS great like making bases, controlling strategic sites, and managing your resources. The eight missions included are designed to show basic combat and explain the unique aspects to APOX's gameplay. From there, play in one of 100 scrimmage maps against AI-controlled bots. Play with your friends against bots in co-op mode or play against other people in versus mode.
Metascore:
48
User Score:
3.9
Arcana of Paradise -The Tower-

Arcana of Paradise -The Tower-

Platform: PC
April 19, 2023
Choose from 20 children and perfect your deck as you battle against The Tower's bizarre inhabitants in real time! Time your guards, combo your attacks, charge up powerful magic, and collect legendary relics in your search for food, as you guide the children to the bottom! The Tower itself is endless, and each floor has new challenges waiting for you on every adventure. Choose your path, face different enemies, collect different cards and relics, and make the tough choice between gathering bread and pushing deeper toward the bottom!
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
Arena of Valor

Arena of Valor

Platform: Switch
September 25, 2018
Arena of Valor is a Multiplayer Online Battle Arena game designed by the experts at Tencent Games for Nintendo Switch. Explore and command a roster of over 35 fearless heroes, with roles including Tanks, Assassins, Mages, Support, Warriors, and Marksmen. Build the ultimate team with your friends to crush your opponents in real-time online battles.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
6.8
Arena Wars

Arena Wars

Platform: PC
September 13, 2004
Arena Wars is a completely new kind of 3D Real Time Strategy game, combining the gameplay principles and interface from RTS games with the fast pace of action-based shooters. Arena Wars is a single and multiplayer game. Multiplayer supports up to 8 players, who can fight against each other and challenge other players from all around the world via the AW Server, whilst the single player mode is loaded with action-packed single player missions against one or more computer opponents. There are 3 different game modes: Capture the Flag, Bombing Run, and Double Domination. In AW the goal is not simply to destroy the enemy's base or units. To score points in the various scenarios you must complete objectives that range from stealing the enemy flag, carrying a bomb into your enemy's base or seize and hold Domination zones for a period of time. The winner is the player who satisfies that particular game's objectives. For example, in a Capture the Flag game with a 'capture limit' of 5, the winner is the first player to capture 5 enemy flags. [Ascaron]
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.6
Arknights: Endfield

Arknights: Endfield

Platform: PC
January 22, 2026
Arknights: Endfield is a real-time 3D RPG with strategic elements by HYPERGRYPH. The tale of Endfield starts over at a planet called Talos-II, a dangerous place rife with catastrophes and risks. The vast wildlands and uninhabited territories stretched far beyond the colonies of the Habitable Band have yet to be surveyed. As such, players will explore this untamed world with Endfield Industries operators to uncover the mystery hidden within the abandoned ruins. Endfield features all-new gameplay mechanics and contents. Endfield allows these players to control a party as they explore Talos-II, complete missions, unlock new story chapters, and take on engaging challenges. The player's team will also meet different factions and enemies as the story progresses seamlessly. These encounters will offer an epic experience of real-time combat with various tactics.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Armies of Exigo

Armies of Exigo

Platform: PC
November 30, 2004
Worlds collide in Armies of Exigo, a fantasy RTS where the boundaries of the battlefield are broken and war is waged both above and below the ground. This game takes strategy to new depths as elves, beasts, knights, and creatures of the darkness are locked in an epic battle for survival. In the world of Exigo, where peace and prosperity have reigned for years, the empires of man and beast faces their greatest threat yet. A sinister force known as The Fallen has awaken to strike where the inhabitants of this world least expect - from underground. Users will take control of massive armies, wage wars in the forests and river valleys of the surface, then descend into the caverns and catacombs of the underworld to face off against the dark evil. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.0
Army Corps of Hell

Army Corps of Hell

Platform: PlayStation Vita
February 21, 2012
Army Corps of Hell brings vicious combat, dark humor and lightning-quick action to the PlayStation Vita. As the King of Hell you control an army of a hundred goblin soldiers with various classes and abilities to defeat a host of enemies in order to reclaim your throne. Take full advantage of the unique control features of the PlayStation Vita to experience war like never before. [Sony]
Metascore:
57
User Score:
6.6
Army Men: RTS

Army Men: RTS

Platform: PC
March 24, 2002
A deep and strategic war game without the intimidation factor of other Real-Time Strategies. Army Men: RTS features an intuitive interface and easy-to-learn controls. This is not another plastic soldier game; the game forces players to think about how to strategically build and manage troops, vehicles and buildings while involved in a full out war! [3DO]
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
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