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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.
What defines Nexus 5X:
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The closest matches for Nexus 5X are Master of Orion, Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth and Sword of the Stars. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Nexus 5X special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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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.
98 % 39.99 €
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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.
96 % 9.99 €
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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.
94 % 9.49 €
Turn-based combat
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.
94 % 29.99 €
Turn-based combat
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.
94 % 30.49 €
Turn-based combat
A turn-based space 4X game where you grow a star empire into a galactic power through research, diplomacy, trade, culture or war. Customizable races, ship design and large maps give it great freedom and replay value.
94 % 24.50 €
Turn-based combat
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.
94 %
Turn-based combat
An approachable turn-based 4X space strategy game where you lead one of four factions and choose the scale of each match, from quick skirmishes to long conquests. It favors fast play and tactical decisions over micromanagement.
94 % −90 %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.
93 % 5.99 €
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.