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2024PC, Steam Deck playable83 % positive39.99 €

Zephon is a turn-based 4X strategy game set in a grim post-apocalyptic future, where you lead survivors through disasters, eldritch horror and cyberpunk monstrosities. Tactical combat and survival decisions are at the core.

  • Post-apocalyptic setting
  • Resources and survival
  • Economy and management
  • Turn-based combat
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Phoenix Point

93 %Match

2019PEGI 16PC, Steam Deck verified73 % positive23.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Zephon: a post-apocalyptic setting, turn-based combat and complex systems to tinker with.

A turn-based tactics game in the XCOM tradition where you lead a resistance organization against mutating alien horrors. It stands out for its free-aim shooting with targetable body parts, faction diplomacy on the world map, and enemies that evolve in response to your tactics.

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Deep systems to master

A very complex turn-based wargame set on a procedurally generated post-apocalyptic planet, where you lead a fledgling state and juggle logistics, politics, economy and warfare. Its blend of 4X, hex-based tactics and RPG elements for leaders and officers gives it enormous depth.

Age of Wonders: Planetfall

Turn-based combat

A turn-based sci-fi 4X strategy game where you rebuild a civilization from the ruins of a fallen galactic empire and fight deep tactical battles with customized units and heroes. The factions differ strongly in playstyle and technology.

X-COM: UFO Defense

Turn-based combat

The legendary tactics classic pairs tense turn-based squad missions against aliens with global base building, research and tight budget management. Soldiers die permanently, and every strategic decision can save or doom humanity.

Skyshine's Bedlam

Resources and survival

A turn-based tactics game set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, where you lead a squad of survivors and machines, manage resources and fight tough battles. Its appeal lies in harsh decisions and tactical combat.

UFO: Aftermath

Resources and survival

A tactical strategy game in the spirit of X-COM: after an alien takeover you lead humanity's survivors, research technology, manage bases and fight isometric missions against the invaders. Its bleak post-apocalyptic mood sets it apart.

X-COM: Terror From the Deep

Turn-based combat

The notoriously punishing sequel to UFO Defense moves the alien war to the ocean depths, combining base building and research with turn-based squad missions against Lovecraftian sea horrors. Its creepy atmosphere and brutal difficulty made it a cult classic.

Raiders! Forsaken Earth

Resources and survival

You lead a ruthless band of marauders in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, managing your gang and extorting, kidnapping and raiding in turn-based fashion. A grim blend of management, strategy and sandbox play where you are deliberately the villain.

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Resources and survival

You lead a small band of survivors through a zombie apocalypse, assigning tasks hour by hour. Distinct personalities, relationships and scarce resources drive tense, often brutal decisions.

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