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Games like Imperator: Rome

2019PEGI 16PC, Steam Deck playable65 % positive39.99 €

A deep ancient-era grand strategy simulation where you steer Rome, a Hellenistic kingdom or another people through trade, politics, population management and war in pausable real time. The appeal is building your own empire across the Mediterranean.

Historical setting
Deep systems to master
Sandbox with your own goals
Economy and management

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In short: Games like Imperator: Rome

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Imperator: Rome special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Victoria II

99 %Match

2010PEGI 12PC, Steam Deck playable92 % positive19.99 €

A deep grand strategy simulation of the 19th century where you manage your nation's economy, population, politics, diplomacy and wars. Its detailed simulation of social classes and industrialization makes every campaign its own story.

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Darkest Hour: A Hearts of Iron Game

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