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Games like Winds Of Trade

If Winds Of Trade is your kind of game, the closest matches are Port Royale 4, Port Royale 3 and Dominus Orbis Maris 1400: Mare Nostrum — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its micro management rewards patience, atmospheric and challenging. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Winds Of Trade: Winds Of Trade is a strategy game about running an ocean trading company in the 18th and 19th centuries. Building your trading empire will not be your only goal! Ruthless pirates, shady smugglers, wartime and fierce competitors will make the way to the top a long and hard road for you!

2017StrategySimulation11.99 USDDeck PlayableWindows · Linuxby Rhombico Games
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Contract based trading feels meaningfulMicro management rewards patienceProcedural maps keep worlds freshAtmosphericChallengingContemplative

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Steam players who put hours into Winds Of Trade also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Port Royale 4

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Top pick for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Set sail and join the colonial powers of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands in their fight for supremacy of the Caribbean in the 17th century.

    2020StrategySimulation39.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Port Royale 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares a contemplative mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Second-strongest match for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World.

    2012ActionStrategySimulation14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Dominus Orbis Maris 1400: Mare Nostrum

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    DOM 1400: Mare Nostrum is an immersive maritime strategy and economic simulation game set in the Mediterranean during the 15th century. Establish trade routes, manage the daily needs of different social classes, and dominate the market through a realistic economy driven by dynamic scarcity.

    2027StrategyIndieSimulationSteam ↗
  4. Commander: Conquest of the Americas

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Ranked #4 for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Winds Of Trade.

    Set sail for the New World and shape the destiny of your empire. Lead one of seven European factions in this blend of colony management, exploration, and naval strategy. Build settlements, explore vast territories, and secure your legacy through diplomacy and tactical naval combat.

    2010Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Tortuga - A Pirate's Tale

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Ranked #5 for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Tortuga - A Pirate’s Tale tells the journey of a pirate captain with a lust for gold and glory who assumes command of a fleet of pirate ships to strike the Caribbean.

    2024StrategySimulation24.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Buccaneer

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    BUCCANEER is a 17th-century Caribbean 3D adventure that blends high-seas combat with resource management. Opt for combat-only, engage in ship-to-ship battles or lead crew boardings. Dive into the buccaneer world through campaigns. Plunder, negotiate, survive, and live to tell the tale!

    2024ActionStrategyAdventure5.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Ranked #7 for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    "Navigation Domination" is an RPG game with the 15th century era of great voyage as the background. Based on the 14th to 19th centuries, especially the world after the great geographical discovery and the opening of new routes, maps, ports, cities and specialties for trade are constructed.

    2022StrategyAdventureSimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Patrician III

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Ranked #8 for Winds Of Trade fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Become a fellow of the famous medieval Hanse trading association in the 13th century. Manage the politics, prestige and economic success in your city and the known parts of Europe!

    2010StrategySimulationRPG4.99 USDSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Winds Of Trade

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Sid Meier's Pirates!

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Sail the Caribbean, marauding all on the high seas or ally your ship and crew as a privateer in search of riches - the life you choose is up to you. Face dogged enemies, raid unsuspecting villages, woo fair maidens, avoid capture or dig for buried treasure. Discover what it takes to become one of the most famous pirates in history!

    2005RPG9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Pirates Vikings & Knights II

    WHY THIS

    Shares a challenging mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Step into the ultimate three-way war for honor, glory, and gold! This beloved community-driven game brings together swashbuckling Pirates, battle-hardened Vikings, and chivalrous Knights in hilarious and intense class-based combat. Join the fun, embrace the chaos, and fight your way to victory!

    2010ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Mount & Blade

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Calradia is a land at war, offering great riches and even greater dangers to adventurers and mercenaries that flock to shed their blood on its soil. With courage and a strong sword, an unknown stranger can make a name as a warrior. Free-form sand-box gameplay.

    2008IndieRPG9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Patrician III

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Become a fellow of the famous medieval Hanse trading association in the 13th century. Manage the politics, prestige and economic success in your city and the known parts of Europe!

    2010StrategySimulationRPG4.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Mount & Blade: Warband

    WHY THIS

    Shares an immersive mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!

    2010ActionRPG19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Port Royale 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares a contemplative mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World.

    2012ActionStrategySimulation14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Rise of Venice

    WHY THIS

    Shares warehouse automation and a contemplative mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Venice: As a young man striving for success, power and wealth and with the support of your family, you begin to build up a trading empire across Genua, Tripoli, Rome, Alexandria and Constantinople in addition to many other significant cities from the Renaissance. This is where your story begins...

    2013StrategySimulation19.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Duke of Alpha Centauri

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Winds Of Trade.

    Reviewers of Winds Of Trade cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Duke of Alpha Centuri is a space shooter with amazing graphics. The main goal of our game is to have a lot of fun while blowing up hordes of different types of enemies. Engage in boss fights, upgrade your ship and ship systems until you are able to show off in an endless mode.

    2016ActionIndieCasual29.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Winds Of Trade at current Steam store prices.

  1. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~58% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.

    2006IndieSimulationCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Slay the Spire

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~48% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Winds Of Trade.

    We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

    2019StrategyIndie6.24 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Cookie Clicker

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~58% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.

    2021StrategyIndieSimulation4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Plants vs. Zombies GOTY Edition

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~58% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Winds Of Trade.

    Zombies are invading your home, and the only defense is your arsenal of plants! Armed with an alien nursery-worth of zombie-zapping plants like peashooters and cherry bombs, you'll need to think fast and plant faster to stop dozens of types of zombies dead in their tracks.

    2009Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Human Fall Flat

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Human Fall Flat is a hilarious, light-hearted platformer set in floating dreamscapes that can be played solo or with up to 8 players online. Free new levels keep its vibrant community rewarded.

    2016IndieAdventureSimulation5.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Your Only Move Is HUSTLE

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~58% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Master your technique, execute flashy combos, and outsmart opponents across the world, frame-by-frame. Slow down the clock to fine-tune your fighting style in this innovative, turn-based combat simulator. Pulverize your friends and choreograph spectacular fight scenes. No training mode required.

    2023ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. STAR WARS™ Empire at War - Gold Pack

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~58% under Winds Of Trade on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Winds Of Trade.

    Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?

    2010Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  2. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. missed messages.

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    ‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

    2019IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. NGU IDLE

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    NGU Idle is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird humor, tons of upgrades and hundreds of hours of content! Try out NGU Idle today and experience the joy of Numbers Going Up!

    2019IndieAdventureSimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Virtual Cottage

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.

    2020IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Magic Archery

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Winds Of Trade.

    Train a commoner to become the greatest archer in this short incremental game! Increase your stats, gather wealth from quests, buy upgrades, and infuse your arrows with magic.

    2024IndieSimulationRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Lab

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Welcome to The Lab, a compilation of Valve’s room-scale VR experiments set in a pocket universe within Aperture Science. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog, and more. Still not sold? It’s free!

    2016Free To PlayFreeSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Winds Of Trade

Does Winds Of Trade run on Steam Deck?
Winds Of Trade is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Winds Of Trade cost?
Winds Of Trade is listed on Steam at 11.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Winds Of Trade?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Winds Of Trade are Port Royale 4, Port Royale 3, Dominus Orbis Maris 1400: Mare Nostrum.
Who developed Winds Of Trade?
Winds Of Trade was developed by Rhombico Games.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Winds Of Trade.

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