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Single-player games like Spirit of War

Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Spirit of War, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.

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Ranked picks

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    Armageddon War:Old Era Wreckers / 大鏖战:旧时代的残党 — Steam game cover

    Armageddon War:Old Era Wreckers / 大鏖战:旧时代的残党

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    This is a turn-based historical chess simulation game Players will experience major battles between 1840 and 1920 The game consists of four conquest scripts, each with three different modes and 60 free conquest years to choose from, where the player takes on the role of a commander

    2022StrategyIndieEarly Access5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Comrades and Barons: Gates of Freedom — Steam game cover

    Comrades and Barons: Gates of Freedom

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    After the Great War, the Red Army advanced westward to ignite revolution in Europe. In this turn-based hex wargame, you will experience the key events of the Latvian War of Independence during this exciting and turbulent era.

    2023StrategyIndie19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Leylines — Steam game cover

    Leylines

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    As powerful wizard ruling a small nation, you plot to take over the world! In this 4X turn-based strategy, rule seven diverse races, from shapeshifting Theria to spider-riding Dwarves. Expand by building more cities, battle rival wizards, and cast 80 earth-shattering spells to ensure your victory.

    2019StrategyIndie11.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Scythe: Digital Edition — Steam game cover

    Scythe: Digital Edition

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!

    2018Strategy19.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Commander: The Great War — Steam game cover

    Commander: The Great War

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    Take Command and Secure Victory in the Great War! Commander – The Great War features a Grand Campaign covering the whole war from the invasion of Belgium on August 5, 1914 to the Armistice on the 11th of November 1918 in addition to 16 different unit types including Infantry, Cavalry, Armoured Cars and Tanks, Artillery, and much more!

    2014Strategy29.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War — Steam game cover

    Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    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.

    2018Strategy39.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Operational Art of War IV — Steam game cover

    The Operational Art of War IV

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    The Operational Art of War IV is the new generation of operational wargames. With more flexibility than before and with a new array of exciting features, it will make you relive the most iconic battles from the dawn of the 20th Century to modern day, including the ones that never occurred!

    2018StrategySimulation39.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Super World War — Steam game cover

    Super World War

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Spirit of War.

    The world has gone mad, it's time to unleash chaos! Super World War is a turn based strategy game for up to 4 players. Take control of wild leaders and wage war in solo, local multiplayer or online.

    2025Strategy19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Battle — Steam game cover

    Battle

    Single-player alternative to Spirit of War — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    "B.A.T.T.L.E. is a high-action single-player FPS with realistic gunplay, intense combat, and stunning graphics. Master 64 unique weapons, customize them with 240 skins, and fight against enemies in immersive war zones."

    2025ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →