24 Games with a historical setting like Sid Meier's Civilization VII that you should try

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We filtered the 38 games similar to Sid Meier's Civilization VII down to the 24 that fit the “Historical” category. Turmoil, Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI and Crusader Kings III top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Sid Meier's Civilization VII.

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The best games with a historical setting like Sid Meier's Civilization VII

24 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Sid Meier's Civilization VII. 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.

#1TurmoilClosest overall match

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Steam👍 93%· 16KOC72· 11

Year 2016Dev Gamious · PlaydigiousOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Like Sid Meier's Civilization VII, it's known for deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe relaxing, co op and visual 2d, while skipping base building

Where it drifts furthest from Sid Meier's Civilization VII: visuals.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Sid Meier’s Civilization® VIClosest on progression

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Steam👍 86%· 374KRAWG👍 88%· 1.4KMC88IGDB87· 20OC89· 95

Year 2016Dev Aspyr Media · 2K GamesPlaytime ~15hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Sid Meier's Civilization VII, it's known for deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: fantasy world, while skipping PvP competition

The sixth installment in Sid Meier’s Civilization series.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam👍 90%· 140KRAWG👍 89%· 465MC86IGDB91· 3OC90· 94

Year 2020Dev Paradox Developement Studios · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~12hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, expect deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and real-time strategy, while skipping PvP competition

A grand strategy game about dynasties rather than borders: characters have traits, stress, secrets and lifespans, and most of the story comes from managing relatives who want what you have. Far more approachable than CK2. Warfare is the shallow part, and once you understand the systems the difficulty largely disappears past the first century.

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#4Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution

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Year 2008Dev Firaxis Games · 2K GamesOn PlayStation 3

✓ If you enjoyed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, expect deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with fantasy world, while skipping PvP competition

Civilization compressed for consoles: games finish in a couple of hours, the tech tree is trimmed hard, and turns are fast enough to play with a controller comfortably. That compression is the trade — the diplomacy and economic layers are thin, and anyone coming from the PC entries will find the strategic ceiling low.

Same studio: Firaxis Games.

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#5Sid Meier's Civilization® V

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Steam👍 96%· 209KRAWG👍 91%· 2.0KMC90IGDB87· 5

Year 2010Dev Aspyr Media · 2K GamesPlaytime ~27hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, expect turn-based strategy, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: ranged combat, fantasy world and setting scifi, while skipping PvP competition

Real-time strategy genre has always been about domination over your opponent, and Civilization in general expanded on the concept. Civilization 5 allows players to pick one of the 43 civilizations available in, including DLCs and the expansions.

Where it drifts furthest from Sid Meier's Civilization VII: progression.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization

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Steam👍 87%· 1.5KRAWG👍 69%· 163MC83IGDB77· 3

Year 2008Dev Aspyr Media · 2K GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, expect turn-based strategy, deep simulation and historical setting

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling and fantasy world, while skipping combat tactical

Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Colonization is a remake of the famous turn-based strategy game Sid Meier's Colonization which was released in 1994. The game was totally remade with the Civilization IV engine.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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MultiplayerSoloHistoricalIsometricSandbox World

Steam👍 91%· 74KRAWG👍 64%· 755MC82IGDB84· 2

Year 2012Dev Paradox Development Studio · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, expect turn-based strategy, deep simulation and historical setting

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, sandbox freedom and sandbox world, while skipping combat tactical

Crusader Kings II is a global RTS which takes place in the Middle Ages of Europe. The players will govern a house of nobility of that time, and ensure that its heritage will last for centuries.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Travellin Cats in China

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Steam👍 92%· 1.0K

Dev KremlingamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like Sid Meier's Civilization VII, it's known for deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Year 1976, the stormy Cultural revolution has died down, hard times of hongweibing and public critics are coming to an end. Old and sick Mao Zedong will soon leave China to his comrades from CPC.

Where it drifts furthest from Sid Meier's Civilization VII: visuals and game mode.

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#9Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)

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Steam👍 96%· 1.1K

Year 2014Dev MicroProse Software · Nightdive StudiosPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like Sid Meier's Civilization VII, it's known for deep simulation, turn-based strategy and historical setting

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and visual pixel, while skipping combat tactical

Special OfferOfficially Licensed Sid Meier's Colonization T-Shirts are available on Amazon! About the GameThe Tradition of Civilization Continues The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore.

Where it drifts furthest from Sid Meier's Civilization VII: game mode.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam👍 80%· 992RAWG👍 14%· 21

Year 2016Dev TriverskePlaytime ~4hOn PC · Linux

✓ Like Sid Meier's Civilization VII, it's known for turn-based strategy, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, horror tension and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Many will enter, one will win. It has taken a few millennia for the art of the arena to be perfected, but we've finally done it. Ultimate Arena puts you in charge of the greatest battle royale, the one that you pick who fights and the conditions they fight under. Take charge by setting up landmines, deploying care packages, and initiating arena events.

Where it drifts furthest from Sid Meier's Civilization VII: game mode and visuals.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloTacticalHistoricalManagementMagic

Steam👍 72%· 1.9KRAWG👍 36%· 131MC73IGDB70· 3OC74· 32

Year 2015Dev Double Fine ProductionsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Sid Meier's Civilization VII, expect deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, roguelike runs and deep RPG systems, while skipping multiplayer gameplay

Massive Chalice is a fantasy turn-based tactical game in the vein of XCOM. ###Plot The player assumes the role of an immortal leader in a fantasy kingdom. A dark power called Cadence repeatedly attacks the kingdom, corrupting everything it touches.

Where it drifts furthest from Sid Meier's Civilization VII: game mode and progression.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#12Commander: Conquest of the Americas

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Steam👍 52%· 188MC68

Year 2010Dev Nitro GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Shared with Sid Meier's Civilization VII: deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, adventure storytelling and fantasy world, while skipping PvP competition

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.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13East India Company

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Steam👍 52%· 205MC67

Year 2009Dev Nitro GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Shared with Sid Meier's Civilization VII: deep simulation, turn-based strategy and combat tactical

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, adventure storytelling and setting medieval, while skipping PvP competition

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.

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14Victoria II

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Steam👍 92%· 20KIGDB76· 1

Year 2010Dev Paradox InteractiveOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Shared with Sid Meier's Civilization VII: turn-based strategy, deep simulation and combat tactical

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, sandbox freedom and sandbox world, while skipping PvP competition

It predates Sid Meier's Civilization VII by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition

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

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

✓ Shared with Sid Meier's Civilization VII: deep simulation, combat tactical and historical setting

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, setting medieval and co op, 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.

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