The Best Empire Games

Update, 14 February 2023: 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.

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

Rise of Industry (2019)

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

Empire of Sin (2020)

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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.

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

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

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.

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