Games Like Stars in Shadow

Stars in Shadow

Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.

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Interstellar Space: Genesis

84% 👍 OF 846
About This Game

Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Scan Hidden Systems
  • …Design Tactical Warships
  • …Terraform Alien Worlds
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Master of Orion 3

53% 👍 OF 191
About This Game

Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.

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Final Theory

79% 👍 OF 395
About This Game

Final Theory is a 4X-lite turn-based strategy game where you command fleets of battleships engaged in a galactic civil war. It presents an exciting experience for both veteran players and those new to the genre. It features innovative combat mechanics but also hearkens back to some of the classics.

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Pax Nova

56% 👍 OF 453
About This Game

A sci-fi turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead the fate of one of several factions divided between three races. Explore new worlds and new star systems filled with exciting secrets as well as dangers. Build cities, expand your influence and fight great battles on land and in space.

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Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War

82% 👍 OF 18K
About This Game

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions.

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Battle on Hexes
  • …Claim Ancient Relics
  • …Survive Hostile Wildlife
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Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection

88% 👍 OF 709
About This Game

Sword of the Stars: Complete Collection is the original Sword of the Stars games and the three expansions Born of Blood, A Murder of Crows and Argos Naval Yard. It is the year 2405, and human scientists have discovered a new technology that allows travel from star to star at speeds faster than light.

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Race-Specific Star Travel
  • …Design Modular Warships
  • …Research a Shifting Tech Tree
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Master of Orion 2

96% 👍 OF 1.8K
About This Game

Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Settle Alien Worlds
  • …Trade for Alien Knowledge
  • …Design Tactical Ships
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Horizon

59% 👍 OF 475
About This Game

Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.

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Pandora: First Contact

63% 👍 OF 644
About This Game

Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Adapt to Alien Ecology
  • …Customize Combat Units
  • …Explore Ancient Ruins
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The Last Federation

75% 👍 OF 508
About This Game

From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Unite Eight Alien Races
  • …Manipulate Rival Nations
  • …Command Your Flagship
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Sid Meier's Starships

50% 👍 OF 2.5K
About This Game

Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.

Player reviews say you can…

  • …Customize Starships
  • …Fight Tactical Battles
  • …Complete Planet Missions