The Best Of The Best of Strategy Games To Play In 2025
At last, we’ve arrived! We’re diving into the concluding segment of my mammoth list – the Top 100 Strategy Games to Experience in 2025! Today, we’ll explore the crème de la crème, the greatest of the greats, the stars of strategy gaming! Ranging from pulse-pounding real-time strategy games like Starcraft 2 and Door Kickers 2, to epic, century-spanning empire-building in Europa Universalis IV, this list encompasses every strategic game that every player should own! So, let’s settle down with a cookie and a cup of coffee, and embark on this journey together!
25 – Ultimate General: Civil War
Civil War” offers a highly engaging and accurate historical tactical experience, allowing players to take control of either the Union or Confederate armies during the American Civil War. Its user-friendly design, boasting one of the best interfaces ever created, sets it apart. It’s known for its commitment to historical accuracy, with intricate maps and unit behaviors, making it one of the rare American Civil War strategy games featuring a campaign. If you’re seeking a real-time strategy game (RTS) set in the American Civil War, “Ultimate General: Civil War” is an excellent choice. Plus, it’s often affordably priced on Steam sales.
24 – Planet Coaster 2
In a nutshell, Planet Coaster 2 debuted in November 2024 with some initial glitches but has since been significantly improved by Frontier Developments. They’ve been diligently fixing problems and adding new elements, resulting in a game that’s shaping up quite well. The sequel to the original series, Planet Coaster 2, offers players the chance to construct their own roller coasters, theme parks, and an exciting novelty – water parks! These water parks come equipped with customizable water slides that you can fine-tune to your heart’s content. As a park manager, you’ll have the opportunity to build, staff, handle finances, manage resources, ensure smooth operations, and most importantly, keep your visitors satisfied. If you’re seeking a management strategy game that’s both engaging and intricate, then Planet Coaster 2 is undoubtedly the game to look out for this summer season.
22 – Starcraft 2
Starcraft II, developed by Blizzard Entertainment, has been at the top of strategy game rankings for close to a decade ever since its launch. This real-time strategy (RTS) game is set in a future filled with science fiction elements, where players take control of one of three unique factions: the adaptable Terrans, the technologically advanced Protoss, or the swarming Zerg of insectoid origin. The game focuses on fast-moving tactical action, resource management, and strategic combat, as players collect resources, construct bases, and direct armies to outwit their adversaries. Starcraft II is known for two key aspects: its thriving esports scene and its exceptional single-player campaign, often considered one of the best, if not the greatest, in RTS game history.
Starcraft II remains a trailblazer in the real-time strategy (RTS) genre due to its unique gameplay mechanics, complex strategic layers, and captivating lore. For strategy fans seeking fast-paced action, quick reactions, and top-notch APM (actions per minute), Starcraft II’s emphasis on real-time decision-making, resource management, and tactical combat makes it a compelling choice in 2025.
23 – Mini Motorways
Avoid being fooled by Mini Motorways’ unassuming appearance; it’s a strategy game that delivers a surprisingly captivating puzzle-strategy experience. Players are required to design and manage the expanding road networks of various cities, initially tasked with linking colored houses to their destinations. However, as cities grow, traffic congestion becomes a significant hurdle. With its minimalist design, user-friendly mechanics (dragging and placing tiles), and the complexities that emerge from its procedurally generated cityscapes, Mini Motorways is an engaging game that’s hard to put down, as you strive to surpass the high scores of other skilled players. Mini Motorways, along with FTL: Faster Than Light and ISLANDERS, forms a trilogy of games that are permanently installed on every system I own.
21 – Door Kickers 2
Initially, when Door Kickers 2 entered Early Access in 2021, I predicted it would become a classic. Now, with its official release in February 2025 as version 1.0, my prediction has proven true. Today, Door Kickers 2 stands out among the top real-time strategy games, featuring pause functionality. As a player, you command a team of special operatives on counter-terrorist missions in the fictional Middle Eastern nation of Nowheraki. You outfit your squad, meticulously plan their moves, and watch as the mission unfolds. Ideally, you won’t need to halt the game for adjustments in your planning. The game employs a top-down perspective for strategic unit placement, door breaching (or wall destruction), designating fire zones, and neutralizing threats while keeping civilian and casualty counts low. The game offers an engaging blend of real-time action and tactical decision-making, where every moment can alter the mission’s direction. If you enjoy focusing on tactical execution, team coordination, and high-risk planning, Door Kickers 2 could be the game you’ve been searching for, as it has a habit of consuming significant chunks of your free time if you’re a perfectionist.
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2025-05-03 16:43