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2014PC58 % positive27.99 €

A turn-based 4X space strategy game where you lead humanity through galactic exploration, border defense and diplomacy or war with ten alien species. The freely navigable galaxy adds a sense of discovery.

  • Turn-based combat
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Tactical depth
  • Deep systems to master

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Endless Space

99 %Match

2012USK 6PCSteam Deck playable79 % positive9.49 €

Fits your focus: Combat like Horizon.

A turn-based space 4X game where you lead one of several factions to explore star systems, grow an empire, research technology and command fleets. The mystery of the ancient Endless and the substance Dust fuels the race for the galaxy.

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Stars in Shadow

  • Combat like Horizon

A turn-based space 4X game in the spirit of classics like Master of Orion: explore and colonize star systems, build fleets, and win the galaxy through diplomacy or force. Its hand-crafted look and tactical fleet battles stand out.

Master of Orion

  • Combat like Horizon

A founding classic of the 4X genre: as an immortal emperor you guide an alien race, explore the galaxy, research technologies and manage planets. Diplomacy, fleet battles and expansion decide who rules the stars.

Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords

  • Combat like Horizon

A turn-based space 4X game where you colonize planets, research technologies, and conquer the galaxy through diplomacy, culture, or force. It is especially praised for its strong AI, which challenges you without cheating.

Endless Legend

  • Combat like Horizon

A turn-based 4X strategy game set on Auriga, a world where each winter grows harsher than the last. Its highly asymmetric factions come with their own quest lines, and battles play out tactically on the hex map itself, so every campaign feels distinct.

The Last Federation

  • Combat like Horizon

As the last Hydral, you shape the fate of a deeply simulated solar system, trying to unite or destroy the eight other races through diplomacy, manipulation or force. Turn-based tactical space battles complement the grand strategy layer.

Age of Wonders: Planetfall

  • Combat like Horizon

A turn-based sci-fi 4X strategy game where you rebuild a civilization from the ruins of a fallen galactic empire and fight deep tactical battles with customized units and heroes. The factions differ strongly in playstyle and technology.

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