Strategy (2389 programs)

Pros: Procedurally generated nonlinear maps. Auto battler combat. Diverse creature customization with cards and upgrades. Strong replay value.

Cons: Permadeath system can feel discouraging.

Pros: Combines strategy and history. Offers high-intensity missions. Has diverse battle scenes. Has new maps and detailed briefings.

Cons: Limited innovation.

Pros: Hundreds of autonomous units on-screen. Deep roguelite-RTS hybrid mechanics. Great co-op and PvP multiplayer support.

Cons: Steep learning curve and minimal handholding. Intentionally “brute” mechanics might feel clunky to newcomers.

Pros: Strong mix of strategy, tower defense, and city builder mechanics. Replayable roguelite progression with unlockable perks. Real-time tactics and combat variety.

Cons: Controls feel less natural when not using a controller.

Pros: A strategic camp horror experience. Let players save clueless campers. The game focuses on decision-making. The game scenarios are customizable.

Cons: May feel repetitive after a while.

Pros: A real-time strategy experience. Players can command six factions. Has multiple game modes.

Cons: Repetitive gameplay.

Pros: Fight magic with alchemy. Various recipes and artifacts to collect. Diverse creatures to battle.

Cons: Some game balance issues.

Pros: Massive content with deep hero and army customization. Rich faction variety with unique mechanics. Multiple game modes including multiplayer and campaigns. Built-in map editor and creative tools.

Cons: Steep learning curve and complex UI for beginners.

Pros: Diverse gameplay mechanics. Various cast of characters. Online PvP.

Cons: Cluttered gameplay. Repetitive battles. Overwhelming and unintuitive inventory management.

Pros: Deep, modular ship-building mechanics. Wild synergy potential and creative freedom. Addictive and fast-paced combat. Unique captains and item diversity.

Cons: RNG in the shop can sometimes hinder planning. Steep learning curve.

Pros: Unique "card permadeath" mechanic. Charming art style and music. Intriguing story. High replayability.

Cons: Frustrating second campaign. Steep learning curve. Buggy. Repetitive.

Pros: Let you play as a commander. Focuses on planning and building your squad. Has procedurally generated environments.

Cons: Still in active development.

Pros: Unique twist on classic chess gameplay. Multiple game modes via local or online multiplayer. Various chess set designs to unlock.

Cons: No matchmaking feature.

Pros: Deep, strategic card gameplay. Rich cultural and historical themes. High replay value with randomized elements. No microtransactions or ads.

Cons: Occasional translation and UI clarity issues.