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2016PCSteam Deck playable77 % positive20.99 €

A turn-based space 4X game where you explore star systems, expand colonies, research technology and build a galactic empire through diplomacy or war. A reboot of the genre classic with a modern look.

Economy and management
Deep systems to master
Sandbox with your own goals
Turn-based combat

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The closest matches for Master of Orion are Master of Orion, Endless Space 2 and Master of Orion II: Battle at Antares. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Master of Orion special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Best alternative overall: Master of Orion 99% match – Economy and management
Newest alternative: Nexus 5X 95% match – released 2024

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Master of Orion

99 %Match

1993PCSteam Deck playable90 % positive5.99 €

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.

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Endless Space 2

Sci-fi setting

A deep space 4X strategy game where you lead a distinct star-faring civilization through expansion, research, diplomacy and war. Each faction plays very differently thanks to unique mechanics and quest lines.

Master of Orion II: Battle at Antares

Turn-based combat

A classic turn-based 4X space strategy game where you explore the galaxy, colonize planets, research technology and fight tactical starship battles against rival races. Deep empire management and custom ship design have made it a cult favourite.

Sword of the Stars

Sci-fi setting

A space 4X strategy game where you expand across the stars with node drive travel, manage your empire on a turn-based strategic map, and fight fleet battles in real time. Distinct races with their own tech paths add variety.

Endless Space

Sandbox with your own goals

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.

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War

Turn-based combat

A turn-based 4X strategy game in the Warhammer 40,000 universe where you lead Space Marines, Orks, Necrons or the Astra Militarum across a contested planet. Each faction plays very differently, with its own units, heroes and tech tree.

Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth

Turn-based combat

A turn-based 4X strategy game where you found and grow a colony on an alien planet. You pick ideologies and technologies that shape humanity's future while dealing with hostile alien life and rival factions.

Nexus 5X

Turn-based combat

A turn-based space 4X set in the Stellaris universe, built around short matches of roughly an hour. You lead a faction and its leader against up to five other players in a race for galactic dominance.

Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords

Sandbox with your own goals

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.

Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri

Turn-based combat

A classic turn-based 4X game about founding a colony on an alien planet. Ideological factions, a philosophical narrative and fully customizable units set it apart.

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