What is the best game similar to Farthest Frontier?

The closest game to Farthest Frontier is Europa Universalis IV, scoring 69/100 on our similarity scale. They share 10 gameplay attributes, including real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Farthest Frontier?

The three closest games to Farthest Frontier are: 1. Europa Universalis IV (69/100, 10 shared attributes) 2. Frostpunk (66/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. Medieval II: Total War (65/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Farthest Frontier's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 15 dimensions.

Is Frostpunk similar to Farthest Frontier?

Yes — Frostpunk scores 66/100 similarity to Farthest Frontier. They share 8 attributes, including real-time strategy and deep simulation. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.

What RTS games are similar to Farthest Frontier?

The best RTS games similar to Farthest Frontier are Europa Universalis IV, Frostpunk, Medieval II: Total War and Stronghold 2: Steam Edition. All share the RTS genre alongside other key Farthest Frontier attributes like real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy.

How is similarity to Farthest Frontier calculated?

We compare Farthest Frontier against every game in our catalog using 15 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 Farthest Frontier experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

If Farthest Frontier left you wanting more, this list of 50 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — real-time strategy, strong narrative focus and open world exploration — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 15 attributes. Europa Universalis IV comes closest (69/100).

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Farthest Frontier. Each one has been evaluated across 15 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.

#1Europa Universalis IVClosest on genre

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Steam👍 88%· 136KRAWG👍 83%· 396MC87IGDB85· 2

Year 2013Dev Paradox Development Studio · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~6hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the real-time strategy games cluster, with real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, sandbox world and fantasy world, while skipping survival mechanics

Europa Universalis IV is a global strategy game developed by Paradox Interactive. It is the fifth game in the series, not counting the add-ons. ###Gameplay The game can take place at any time starting from the late Middle Age to the Napolean Wars era.

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: game mode.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2FrostpunkClosest on game mode

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SoloNarrativeBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 93%· 134KRAWG👍 88%· 1.1KMC85IGDB86· 9OC86· 103

Year 2018Dev 11 Bit Studios · 11 bit studiosPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the real-time strategy games cluster, with real-time strategy, deep simulation and survival mechanics

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, punishing difficulty and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping turn-based strategy

In an ultimately frozen world, people develop steam-powered technology to oppose the overwhelming cold. The city ruler has to manage both the inhabitants and the infrastracture the citizens live in.

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: setting.

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#3Medieval II: Total WarClosest on setting

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SoloTacticalMedievalHistoricalIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 36KIGDB90· 3

Year 2006Dev The Creative Assembly · SegaOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings melee combat, ranged combat and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping survival mechanics

It predates Farthest Frontier by 19 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Stronghold 2: Steam EditionClosest on visuals

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SoloTacticalOpen WorldMedievalHistoricalBase BuildingManagementIsometricTop-Down

Steam👍 89%· 5.6KRAWG👍 68%· 40

Year 2005Dev FireFly Studios · 2K GamesOn PC

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, deep simulation and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, sandbox world and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping turn-based strategy

Stronghold 2 is a real time strategy computer game released in April 2005 in which the player develops a stronghold in the middle ages. It is the sequel to Stronghold, released in 2001, also by Firefly Studios.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Total War: Shogun 2

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SoloTacticalHistoricalMedievalIsometric

Steam👍 92%· 67KIGDB88· 4

Year 2011Dev The Creative Assembly · SegaOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Same family of real-time strategy games: real-time strategy, turn-based strategy and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with ranged combat, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: game mode.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloTacticalOpen WorldMedievalHistoricalBase BuildingManagementIsometricTop-Down

Steam👍 89%· 5.6KIGDB70· 3

Year 2005Dev Firefly Studios · 2K GamesOn PC

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, deep simulation and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and melee combat, while skipping turn-based strategy

It predates Farthest Frontier by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7East India CompanyClosest overall match

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SoloTacticalHistoricalMedievalManagementBase Building

Steam👍 52%· 205MC67

Year 2009Dev Nitro GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping survival mechanics

In East India Company, players will enjoy building the World's most powerful trading empire & engaging in vigorous battles in both single player & multiplayer modes, all within a breathtaking cinematic game environment.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Farthest Frontier.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloTacticalHistoricalIsometricMultiplayer

Steam👍 95%· 17KIGDB91· 3

Year 2004Dev The Creative Assembly · SegaOn Android · PC · iOS

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, turn-based strategy and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: melee combat, ranged combat and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping survival mechanics

It predates Farthest Frontier by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Commander: Conquest of the Americas

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SoloTacticalHistoricalManagementBase Building

Steam👍 52%· 188MC68

Year 2010Dev Nitro GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping survival mechanics

Combining elements from both trading and strategy games, Commander: Conquest of the Americas will appeal to a wide range of players. Players take charge of one of the many European powers aiming to conquer the New World.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Farthest Frontier.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

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SoloTacticalHistoricalMedievalBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 178KRAWG👍 88%· 307MC85IGDB78· 3

Year 2019Dev Forgotten Empires · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the real-time strategy games cluster, with real-time strategy, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with ranged combat, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping turn-based strategy

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.

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: game mode.

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#11Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition

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SoloTacticalHistoricalMedievalBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 85%· 53KRAWG👍 74%· 106MC75IGDB81· 4OC83· 100

Year 2020Dev Forgotten Empires · Xbox Game StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are real-time strategy games — sharing real-time strategy, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with multiplayer gameplay, co op and PvP competition, while skipping turn-based strategy

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition completes the celebration of one of the most beloved real-time strategy franchises in definitive form with enhanced features and modernized gameplay.

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: game mode and visuals.

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#12Sunless Sea

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SoloNarrativeOpen WorldHistoricalIsometricTop-Down

Steam👍 83%· 9.5KIGDB85· 4OC81· 28

Year 2015Dev Failbetter GamesOn Linux · PC · iOS

✓ Same family of real-time strategy games: real-time strategy, survival mechanics and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs, while skipping turn-based strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: progression and setting.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Total War: AttilaClosest on tone

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SoloTacticalNarrativeHistoricalMedievalIsometric

Steam👍 82%· 37KIGDB77· 10OC79· 47

Year 2015Dev The Creative Assembly · SegaOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Same family of real-time strategy games: real-time strategy, turn-based strategy and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with melee combat, fantasy world and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Farthest Frontier: game mode.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Pharaoh

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SoloHistoricalBase BuildingIsometric

Steam👍 92%· 2.5KIGDB70· 1

Year 1999Dev Impressions Games · Sierra EntertainmentOn PC

✓ Nearly identical: real-time strategy, deep simulation and historical setting.

≠ Missing: turn-based strategy.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 26 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15Evil Genius

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SoloBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 93%· 3.6KRAWG👍 71%· 137MC75IGDB83· 4

Year 2004Dev Elixir Studios · RebellionPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the real-time strategy games cluster, with real-time strategy, deep simulation and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, while skipping turn-based strategy

Everybody wants to rule the world! Achieve global power with EVIL GENIUS, the one and only complete world domination simulator.

It predates Farthest Frontier by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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RTS · Turn-Based Strat

Napoleon: Total War

RTS · Turn-Based Strat

Football Club Simulator - FCS #21

RTS · Sports

Impossible Creatures Steam Edition

RTS · Simulation

Star Wars: Empire at War

RTS · Turn-Based Strat

Shogun: Total War

RTS · Turn-Based Strat

Total War: THREE KINGDOMS

RTS · Turn-Based Strat

Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive

RTS

The Settlers III

RTS · Simulation

Dawn of Discovery

RTS · Simulation

Stronghold 3 Gold

RTS · Simulation

18 Wheels of Steel: American Long Haul

RTS · Simulation

Rise of Nations

RTS

Theme Park

RTS · Simulation

Plague Inc.

RTS · Simulation

Grand Ages: Rome

RTS · Simulation

Company of Heroes 2

RTS · Simulation

Theme Hospital

RTS · Simulation

Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

RTS

World in Conflict

RTS

The Mims Beginning

RTS · Simulation

Anno 1602: Creation of a New World

RTS · Simulation

Cossacks: European Wars

RTS

Command & Conquer: Generals

RTS

Command & Conquer: Red Alert

RTS

Total Annihilation

RTS

Lazerbait

RTS

Homeworld

RTS · Adventure

StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm

RTS

Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2

RTS

A Game of Dwarves

RTS · Simulation

StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void

RTS

Knights and Merchants

RTS · Simulation

Pikmin

RTS · Adventure

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Farthest Frontier?: The closest game to Farthest Frontier is Europa Universalis IV, scoring 69/100 on our similarity scale. They share 10 gameplay attributes, including real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Farthest Frontier?: The three closest games to Farthest Frontier are: 1. Europa Universalis IV (69/100, 10 shared attributes) 2. Frostpunk (66/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. Medieval II: Total War (65/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Farthest Frontier's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 15 dimensions.
Is Frostpunk similar to Farthest Frontier?: Yes — Frostpunk scores 66/100 similarity to Farthest Frontier. They share 8 attributes, including real-time strategy and deep simulation. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.
What RTS games are similar to Farthest Frontier?: The best RTS games similar to Farthest Frontier are Europa Universalis IV, Frostpunk, Medieval II: Total War and Stronghold 2: Steam Edition. All share the RTS genre alongside other key Farthest Frontier attributes like real-time strategy, deep simulation and turn-based strategy.
How is similarity to Farthest Frontier calculated?: We compare Farthest Frontier against every game in our catalog using 15 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 Farthest Frontier experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.