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iRank82
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-FiIsometric
Steam👍 83%· 23KIGDB80· 7OC82· 46
Year 2017Dev Amplitude Studios · SegaOn PC · Mac
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If Endless Space left you wanting more, this list of 50 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — turn-based strategy, procedural generation and setting scifi — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 10 attributes. Endless Space 2 comes closest (69/100).
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The closest game to Endless Space is Endless Space 2 — scoring 69/100 on our similarity scale. Master of Orion and Master of Orion 2 follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Endless Space. Each one has been evaluated across 10 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.
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iRank86
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerSci-FiSpaceExploration
Steam👍 90%· 441IGDB84· 2OC79· 19
Year 1993Dev Simtex · Wargaming.netOn Linux · PC · Mac
✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, setting scifi and setting space
≠ Where it differs: brings visual isometric and visual pixel, while skipping procedural generation
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: progression.
It predates Endless Space by 19 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Setting100Game mode72Progression39
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
MultiplayerSoloSci-FiSpaceIsometric
Steam👍 96%· 1.7KRAWG👍 75%· 65
Year 1996Dev SimTex · WargamingPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux
✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, setting scifi and setting space
≠ Its own twist: visual isometric, while skipping procedural generation
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. The need for galactic expansion is critical.
It predates Endless Space by 16 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Setting100Game mode72
75
iRank38
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerCo-opProceduralSci-FiExploration
Steam👍 46%· 227RAWG👍 3%· 34MC68
Year 2013Dev Arcen GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux
✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, procedural generation and setting scifi
≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping setting space
A modern take on the 16-bit era, A Valley Without Wind 2 blends a variety of mechanics across multiple genres, seamlessly bringing together the best qualities of old-school platform-shooters and turn-based strategy games.
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: progression and setting.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Endless Space.
Genre100Game mode100World100Setting34Progression33
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
MultiplayerSoloCo-opOfflineTactical
Steam👍 94%· 11K
Year 1999Dev InfogramesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC
✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings precision platforming, shooter and combat tactical, while skipping procedural generation
It predates Endless Space by 13 years, with what that implies technically.
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-FiOffline
Steam👍 90%· 1.7KRAWG👍 45%· 20IGDB85· 2
Year 2014Dev Handelabra GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Android
✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, setting scifi and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, offline and online features, while skipping procedural generation
Calling all Sentinels! Do you have what it takes to defend the Multiverse? Compose a team of comic book heroes, each with their own playstyles, backstories, and grudges. Pit them against a variety of maniacal and formidable villains. Defeat your enemies and save the Multiverse!
Genre100Game mode73Setting58
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerCo-op2D
IGDB80· 1
Year 2003Dev Zonic Limited · Feral InteractiveOn PC · Mac
✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Stands apart with visual 2d, while skipping procedural generation
It predates Endless Space by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
Co-opMultiplayerProceduralOfflineNarrative
Steam👍 97%· 17KRAWG👍 93%· 419MC67IGDB84· 5OC86· 23
Year 2015Dev Steel Crate GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, procedural generation and co op
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, deep simulation and card game strategy, while skipping setting scifi
Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes is a game about defusing a bomb. It was initially made for virtual reality headsets but also supports traditional screens and controls. ###Player cooperation The game is meant to be played by at least two people in cooperation.
Released 3 years after Endless Space.
Genre100World100Game mode69
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalMagic
Steam👍 87%· 1.3KRAWG👍 63%· 56MC77IGDB80· 4
Year 2012Dev Stainless Games · Wizards of the CoastPlaytime ~8hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping procedural generation
Special EditionThe Magic: The Gathering –Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Special Edition includes: Magic: The Gathering – Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013 Full Game Magic 2013 Official Soundtrack Wallpapers: 5 wallpapers; in multiple sizes. 2nd Path of the Planeswalkers Graphic novel .
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: setting.
Genre100Game mode100Setting0
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
MultiplayerSoloCo-opMagicFantasy
Steam👍 88%· 1.0KRAWG👍 56%· 41MC77IGDB75· 2
Year 2011Dev Stainless Games · Wizards of the CoastPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with card game strategy, puzzle design and combat magic, while skipping procedural generation
All-new and redesigned, Magic: The Gathering — Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 takes last year’s massive hit game to even greater heights with better graphics, more options, and new challenges!
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: setting.
Genre100Game mode100Setting0
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerSci-FiTacticalIsometric
IGDB91· 2
Year 2003Dev Intelligent Systems · Nintendo
✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, setting scifi and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: combat tactical and visual isometric, while skipping procedural generation
It predates Endless Space by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode72Setting58
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerCo-opTacticalMagic
Steam👍 83%· 4.6KRAWG👍 55%· 99MC80IGDB77· 4
Year 2013Dev Stainless Games · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Fits the turn-based strategy games cluster, with turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, combat tactical and combat magic, while skipping procedural generation
Special EditionThe Special Edition includes the following: Magic: The Gathering 2014 - Duels of the Planeswalkers Base Game Soundtrack: Planar themes and the licensed I Fight Dragons song as MP3s Wallpapers: 5 desktop wallpapers; in multiple sizes eBook: “Return To Ravnica” novella in PDF format…
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: setting.
Genre100Game mode100Setting0
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
MultiplayerCo-opSoloOfflineCasual
Steam👍 97%· 6.6KIGDB78· 6OC80· 15
Year 2016Dev Jackbox GamesOn PS4 · Linux · Android
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
MultiplayerCo-opSoloCozyCasual
Steam👍 91%· 30KRAWG👍 42%· 165
Year 2013Dev Orange_Juice · Fruitbat FactoryPlaytime ~4hOn PC
✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, multiplayer gameplay and co op
≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual, while skipping procedural generation
100% Orange Juice is a digital multiplayer board game populated by developer Orange Juice's all-star cast. Characters from Flying Red Barrel, QP Shooting, Suguri and Sora come together with all-new characters to duke it out... with dice.
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: setting.
Genre100Game mode100Setting0
58
iRank88
StrategyTurn-Based Strategy
SoloMultiplayerLootSkill TreeMagic
IGDB88· 9
Year 2014Dev Blizzard EntertainmentOn Android · PC · iOS
✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Its own twist: card game strategy, combat magic and fantasy world, while skipping procedural generation
Where it drifts furthest from Endless Space: setting.
Genre100Progression86Game mode72Setting0
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- What is the best game similar to Endless Space?
- The closest game to Endless Space is Endless Space 2, scoring 69/100 on our similarity scale. They share 5 gameplay attributes, including turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
- What are the top games like Endless Space?
- The three closest games to Endless Space are: 1. Endless Space 2 (69/100, 5 shared attributes) 2. Master of Orion (66/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Master of Orion 2 (64/100, 5 shared attributes). All share Endless Space's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 10 dimensions.
- Is Master of Orion similar to Endless Space?
- Yes — Master of Orion scores 66/100 similarity to Endless Space. They share 6 attributes, including turn-based strategy and single-player focus. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.
- What Turn-Based Strategy games are similar to Endless Space?
- The best Turn-Based Strategy games similar to Endless Space are Endless Space 2, Master of Orion, Master of Orion 2 and A Valley Without Wind 2. All share the Turn-Based Strategy genre alongside other key Endless Space attributes like turn-based strategy, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay.
- How is similarity to Endless Space calculated?
- We compare Endless Space against every game in our catalog using 10 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Endless Space experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.