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This strategy classic has you lead a civilization from the dawn of history into the future, founding cities, researching technology, trading and waging war. Its 'just one more turn' loop turns every game into a long, gripping saga of your own making.

Historical setting
Turn-based combat
Sandbox with your own goals
Economy and management

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2024PCSteam Deck playable66 % positive39.99 €

A turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead a nation through 10,000 years of history, from prehistory to possible futures. You expand your empire, develop technologies and hold your own against rival nations.

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Medieval: Total War

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Oriental Empires

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Total War: Rome II

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Railroad Tycoon II

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Build a railway empire across the 19th and 20th centuries by laying track, running trains, delivering goods and outmaneuvering rivals on the stock market. A classic business sim with plenty of planning depth.

Lords of the Realm II

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Medieval strategy set in a struggle for the English throne: you manage land, peasants and economy on a turn-based map, then lead your armies in real-time sieges and battles against rival nobles.