50 Best Strategy Games For 2025

50 Best Strategy Games For 2025

As a strategy game enthusiast with over two decades of gaming under my belt, I can confidently say that 2025 is shaping up to be a golden year for our beloved genre! The sheer variety and depth of these upcoming titles are truly astounding, catering to every taste and playstyle.


2025 is a fantastic year for strategy game enthusiasts! Discover the crème de la crème of strategy games here. This year’s top strategy picks offer groundbreaking gameplay, strategic intricacy, and breathtaking graphics on multiple platforms. Whether you’re a devotee of classic real-time strategies (RTS), captivating turn-based tactics, or pioneering 4X and city-building simulations, our meticulously selected list of the top 50 strategy games for 2025 has something to satisfy every player. Keep your gaming edge sharp and delve into these must-play titles that are revolutionizing the strategy gaming scene in 2025!

50 – Panzer Strike

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In the past couple of days, news broke about the release announcement for Panzer Strike, a game in development by ISAK Team. This upcoming RTS is aiming to deliver an “authentic” experience reminiscent of games like Blitzkrieg and Sudden Strike from the 2000s. The visuals certainly suggest it, and the focus on large maps, numerous units, and intense combat with minimal base-building mechanics seems to back this up.

49 – Ancient Arenas: Chariots

50 Best Strategy Games For 2025

In 2014, the game Qvadriga was a big success due to its unique blend of turn-based or real-time chariot racing simulation and intricate system design. What sets it apart from other racing sims is its Roman quadriga theme. However, Turnopia didn’t fully utilize this setting and expand upon its concept as much as it could have. Now, the creators of Ancient Arenas: Chariots aim to do what Turnopia failed to achieve – build upon Qvadriga’s legacy. At the moment, not many details about Ancient Arenas are available, but it’s shaping up to be a spiritual successor to Qvadriga.

48 – Rise of Industry 2

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Originally, Rise of Industry was a game that combined management and tycoon elements, taking place during the early 20th century, where you started your journey as an aspiring industrialist. Its sole DLC, 2130, briefly ventured into the 22nd century. Now, five years following the launch of RoI, Rise of Industry 2 is returning to the 1980s, this time set in the United States, where you strive to transform your American dream into a tangible reality.

47 – Capital Command

50 Best Strategy Games For 2025

Hooded Horse currently rules supreme in the realm of strategy games, having overthrown Paradox Interactive in 2024. With control over almost every upcoming strategy title, Capital Command is one of them – a sandbox-style space sim where players command their own custom warships.

46 – Fata Deum

Nowadays, there aren’t many games that let you play as a god, making their appearance all the more thrilling. Fata Deum is one such game, drawing inspiration from the classic god games of the past. You can choose to be a benevolent deity, guiding your pixelated followers toward prosperity, or a malicious one, leading them down a path of corruption, violence, sin, and demonic influence. A demo has been released if you’d like to test it out!

45 – Kriegsfront Tactics

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Kriegsfront Tactics is an engaging role-playing game (RPG) that combines turn-based strategy with mecha tactics, set in an alternate 1970s Southeast Asia. If you find yourself scratching your head and asking ‘What on earth is this?’, then I understand! However, the game’s nostalgic graphics reminiscent of the PS1/PS2 era, its user interface similar to Metal Gear Solid, and its unique Southeast Asian setting make it worth a second look. It has earned a place in this list due to these distinctive features. Start playing the prologue by clicking this link.

44 – Commander: Europe at War

Even though some might view it as dishonest, we’re talking about a fresh start, aren’t we? Matrix has revealed plans for a 3D remake of the 2007 title Commander: Europe at War. This updated version will enhance the AI, modernize the control system, and introduce new military units and diplomacy options. Players can expect to engage in six different campaigns, ranging from the North Atlantic to Western Russia. The visuals appear sleek and calming with their soft color scheme.

43 – Fragile Existence

50 Best Strategy Games For 2025

Once again, Hooded Horse has released a title called Fragile Existence, which is a real-time strategy game in space. In this game, you’re tasked with the mission of preventing humanity’s extinction. It bears a striking resemblance to Planetary Annihilation. Build your space colonies, expand your army, and engage in fierce battles against formidable adversaries – what more could a gamer ask for?

42 – Radio Commander: Pacific Campaign

50 Best Strategy Games For 2025

During my interview with the Radio Commander: Pacific Campaign team in December 2022, I anticipated the game’s release in 2023. However, by early 2024, there were no significant updates until a demo was unveiled at Steam Next Fest a couple of weeks ago. I’ve given it a try and have found it enjoyable so far, but I need to assess its naval aspects more thoroughly before rendering a final verdict. Here’s hoping it meets the high expectations it has created.

41 – Nova Roma

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2025 appears to hold promising offerings for city-builder enthusiasts, and among those games is Nova Roma, which is being developed by Lion Shield and published by Hooded Horse. In this game, you’ll take on the role of a leader guiding a group of citizens following the fall of Rome as they seek new lands to rebuild a new city – hence, “Nova” or “new” Rome. Your tasks will involve establishing an economy, utilizing natural resources, maintaining divine favor, creating laws, and ensuring the happiness of your people. I’m eager to see how Nova Roma compares with other games in this list.

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2024-11-26 02:42