The Best Empire Games

Update, : Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos added at rank #4.
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Stellaris (2016)

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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.


  • grand-strategy
  • empire
  • 4x
  • sci-fi
  • strategy
  • exploration
  • real-time
  • resource
  • war
  • space

2

Rise of Industry (2019)

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PC Windows Linux Mac OS

Put your entrepreneurial skills to the test as you create & optimise intricate production lines whilst keeping an eye on the all-important bottom line. As an early 20th Century industrialist, grow your empire & adapt to an ever-changing business landscape with unexpected events that could lead to boom…or bust.


  • empire
  • management
  • city-building
  • resource-management
  • economy
  • trains
  • simulation
  • tycoon
  • trading
  • sandbox
  • farming
  • base-building
  • truck
  • strategy
  • zoo

3

Idle Billionaire Tycoon (2022)

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- Fixed 'Dragons&Dungeons' event bugs.

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  • business
  • simulation
  • empire
  • old-school
  • replay-value
  • relaxing
  • achievements
  • realistic

4

Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos (2023)

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Final Fantasy XV: War for Eos is an Android/iOS free-to-play game set in the universe of Final Fantasy XV. It features an alternate story which focuses on the rebuilding of Insomnia after the Niflheim Empire's attack.

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  • mech
  • empire
  • resource
  • waves
  • real-time
  • endless
  • war
  • bite-sized
  • buildings
  • strategy
  • experimental
  • sandbox
  • old-school
  • survival
  • battle

5

Rise of Kingdoms (2018)

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Alliances can expand their territory to gain resources, capture mountain passes and barbarian outposts to strengthen their position, and work together to unlock group achievements. Call upon dozens of historical figures who will serve as your trustworthy commanders, from Julius Caesar and Sun Tzu to Joan of Arc and Kusunoki Masashige.

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  • resource-gathering
  • empire
  • civilization
  • farming
  • resource
  • battle
  • strategy
  • real-time
  • achievements
  • city-building
  • tactical
  • buildings
  • mmo
  • historical
  • innovative

6

Idle Pocket Planet (2022)

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We've added a bunch of new features. Keep cosmetics selection when switching between planets on preview. “Void” appearance. A small narrative sequence. Upgrades notifications not updated properly when you have enough asteroids.

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  • cross-over
  • empire
  • trivia
  • family
  • sci-fi
  • achievements
  • narrative
  • entertainment

7

Empire of Sin (2020)

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Nintendo Switch Mac OS PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One

Empire of Sin is a new strategy game brought to you by Romero Games and Paradox Interactive that puts you at the heart of the ruthless criminal underworld of 1920s Prohibition-era Chicago.


  • empire
  • turn-based
  • management
  • crime
  • boss
  • strategy
  • tactical
  • combat
  • business
  • real-time
  • xcom
  • rpg
  • cover
  • fight
  • war

8

Wolf Game: Wild Animal Wars (2022)

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This maintenance aims to fix a known bug that may affect the following events, and we will send you compensation afterward.

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  • strategy
  • empire
  • subscription
  • real-time
  • open-world
  • battle

9

Sid Meier's Civilization VI (2017)

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Lead your civilization to greatness in Sid Meier's Civilization® VI by expanding your cities and engaging in espionage. With endless customization options and challenging diplomatic relationships, you will enjoy an engaging and rewarding experience. The game is packed with content, has brilliant visuals and a fantastic musical score, making it an utterly compelling and deeply satisfying experience for players of all ages.


Pros:
  • Attention-grabbing gameplay
  • Endless possibilities and variables to account for, including many DLCs
  • Fun to play with friends
  • Good for all ages
Cons:
  • Aesthetic choices may not appeal to all
  • Agenda system can be annoying
  • Workers expire after improvements
  • Might be a letdown for fans of Civ V

  • strategy
  • empire
  • military
  • turn-based
  • tile
  • war
  • 4x
  • tactical
  • city-building
  • economy
  • historical
  • resource
  • card
  • combat

10

City of Crime: Gang Wars (2022)

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Gameplay optimizations. Various bug fixes that greatly enhance the game experience.

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  • real-time
  • brawler
  • empire
  • boss
  • grand
  • innovative
  • zombies
  • survival
  • sport
  • realistic
  • war
  • fight
  • challenging
  • difficult
  • strategy

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