The Best Empire Games for Nintendo Switch

Update : Arcade Archives: Zing Zing Zip added at rank #2.
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Weedcraft Inc (2019)

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Mac OS l Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One PC Windows

Weedcraft Inc. is a tycoon game about developing a weed empire that challenges the expectations of the genre. Players will learn to craft and manage their own cannabis business, hire employees and make tough decisions while navigating fluctuating consumer demand. The unique comic-book style artwork and lo-fi hip hop soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere. Get ready to explore two serious stories, meet a colorful cast of characters, have your moral codes challenged and make allegiances or rivalries.


What we like:
  • Strategic depth
  • Expressive art style
  • Character driven narrative
  • Challenging business simulation mechanics
  • Rewards creative interpretation of legality
What could be improved:
  • Long campaigns may become tedious at times
  • Some borderlines tedious mechanics

  • management
  • simulation
  • business
  • empire
  • political
  • clicker

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Arcade Archives: Zing Zing Zip (2023)

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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

The options menu and manual are available in Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.

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  • horizontal
  • vertical
  • empire
  • arcade
  • classic
  • shooter

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Sid Meier's Civilization VI (2016)

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PC Windows Android Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Mac OS Linux

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.


What we like:
  • Attention-grabbing gameplay
  • Endless possibilities and variables to account for, including many DLCs
  • Fun to play with friends
  • Good for all ages
What could be improved:
  • 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
  • turn-based
  • military
  • 4x
  • tile
  • war
  • tactical
  • city-building
  • historical
  • economy
  • resource
  • card

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King Leo (2021)

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Nintendo Switch neo geo aes Playstation 5

You are the king of the jungle and you battle through the majestic landscape of your empire. Overcome obstacles, fight your way through and send your opponents off with their tails between their legs. Get at them with a roar! Explore this funny, action-packed platform game with the brave King Leo – hours of fun guaranteed. • Four exciting worlds: Savannah, Mountains, Deserts, Jungle • More than 60 thrilling levels • Dramatic boss fights on the last level of each world

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  • empire
  • fight
  • boss-fight
  • funny
  • platform
  • classic
  • competitive
  • online
  • team
  • battle

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Junkyard Builder (2021)

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Nintendo Switch

REALISTIC WASTE PROCESSING Complete all stage of garbage and trash utilization at junkyard. VARIOUS TRASH TYPES Learn to process junk metal and other kinds of garbage Work at equipped junkyard! As you play the game, you start gaining experience, and your business is growing rapidly.

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  • empire
  • simulation
  • classic
  • online

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