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Games like Evil Genius 2: World Domination

If Evil Genius 2: World Domination is your kind of game, the closest matches are Evil Genius, Dungeons 3 and MachiaVillain — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, comedic and funny. 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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Evil Genius 2: World Domination is a strategy and simulation game released by Rebellion in 2021, priced at $39.99. Players manage henchmen, construct sprawling multi-floor lairs, and schedule missions for resource allocation. The gameplay loop centers on agent-interception, DLC expansion integration, and the balance between distraction and elimination of interfering agents. Reviewers highlight the comedic and whimsical tone, with players describing the experience as atmospheric and funny. The game supports elaborate heists and sabotage missions where players adopt the persona of over-the-top villain archetypes. Evil Genius 2: World Domination is verified on Steam Deck and holds a 68% positive rating from 7,475 Steam reviews.

About Evil Genius 2: World Domination: A satirical spy-fi lair builder where YOU are the criminal mastermind! Construct your base, train your minions, defend your operations from the Forces of Justice, and achieve global domination!

2021StrategySimulation39.99 USDDeck VerifiedWindowsby Rebellion
Evil Genius 2: World Domination — Steam game cover
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Design sprawling lairs with multiple floorsDistract or eliminate meddling agentsExecute elaborate heists and sabotage missionsAtmosphericComedicFunny

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Steam players who put hours into Evil Genius 2: World Domination 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. Evil Genius

    WHY THIS

    Shares a comedic mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Top pick for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Everybody wants to rule the world! Achieve global power with EVIL GENIUS, the one and only complete world domination simulator. All the everyday tasks of the deliciously wicked mastermind are available to experience and master from building your ultra-secret base to developing spectacular super-weapons to carry out your nefarious master...

    2009Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Dungeons 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Second-strongest match for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    At last, the Dungeon Lord has successfully united the forces of evil and established his dark empire. Time for the next step in his most diabolical quest: expansion!

    2017StrategySimulation5.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. MachiaVillain

    WHY THIS

    Shares trap design and an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Third-strongest match for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Machiavillain is an evil mansion management and strategy game, inspired by Dungeon Keeper, Prison Architect and all the horror movie clichés! Build your own manor, raise your monsters, set up your traps, and exterminate your victims. But to gain reputation you'll have to slay by the horror movie rules!

    2018StrategyIndieSimulation19.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Buggos

    WHY THIS

    Shares a funny mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Ranked #4 for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Lead your hive to victory in 'Buggos', an RTS Auto Battler! Customize your swarm with 120+ evolutions and conquer humanity. Strategy meets bug chaos!

    2022StrategySimulationCasual16.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. War for the Overworld

    WHY THIS

    Shares a whimsical mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Ranked #5 for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    War for the Overworld is an unholy union of Dungeon Management and Strategy that rewards all those villainous thoughts you’ve been having. Craft your own perilous dungeon and defend it against pesky heroes who keep exploring it and taking your stuff.

    2015StrategyIndieSimulation29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Kingdoms and Castles

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Kingdoms and Castles is a city-building simulation game about growing a kingdom from a tiny hamlet to a sprawling city and imposing castle. Make trade agreements, alliance, and war with neighboring AI controlled kingdoms. Each villager and resource is individually simulated.

    2017StrategyIndieSimulation14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Cartel Tycoon

    WHY THIS

    Shares resource allocation and an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Ranked #7 for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Cartel Tycoon is a survival business sim inspired by the ‘80s and '90s narco trade. Expand and conquer, fight off rival thugs and evade the authorities. Earn people's loyalty and strive to overcome the doomed fate of a power-hungry drug lord.

    2022ActionStrategyIndie7.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Jurassic World Evolution 2

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Evil Genius 2: World Domination fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution. This bold new era in the Jurassic World Evolution game franchise builds upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation.

    2021StrategySimulation59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Evil Genius 2: World Domination

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  1. Portal

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Portal™ is a new single player game from Valve. Set in the mysterious Aperture Science Laboratories, Portal has been called one of the most innovative new games on the horizon and will offer gamers hours of unique gameplay.

    2007Action9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Evil Genius

    WHY THIS

    Shares a comedic mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Everybody wants to rule the world! Achieve global power with EVIL GENIUS, the one and only complete world domination simulator. All the everyday tasks of the deliciously wicked mastermind are available to experience and master from building your ultra-secret base to developing spectacular super-weapons to carry out your nefarious master...

    2009Strategy9.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Wasteland 1 - The Original Classic

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    For the first time in over 20 years, we are heralding the return of a much loved piece of gaming history with the classic RPG, Wasteland! Mutants. Again. Even more than there were last time: they seem to materialize out of the very grains of the radioactive desert sand. Venomous yellow eyes.

    2013StrategyIndieAdventure5.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    DARK SOULS™ II: Scholar of the First Sin brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay to a new level. Join the dark journey and experience overwhelming enemy encounters, diabolical hazards, and unrelenting challenge.

    2015ActionRPG39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Mole Game

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Strategy with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    You are a Mole. Collect sunflowers throughout the year and achieve serenity.

    2020StrategyIndieCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. THE GAME

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    The right path or the left path? Which will you choose? To get the Free Pass and finish the game you have to make an important choice.

    2022IndieRPGCasual1.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. memory® – The Original Matching Game from Ravensburger

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    The original matching game from Ravensburger.

    2022Casual14.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. UNDERGROUND

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Evil Genius 2: World Domination cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    You should read the description before playing.

    2024IndieAdventure1.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Evil Genius 2: World Domination at current Steam store prices.

  1. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    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. Stardew Valley

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?

    2016IndieSimulationRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Bloons TD 6

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~65% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    The Bloons are back and better than ever! Get ready for a massive 3D tower defense game designed to give you hours and hours of the best strategy gaming available.

    2018Strategy13.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Schedule I

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more.

    2025ActionStrategyIndie19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. The Forest

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    As the lone survivor of a passenger jet crash, you find yourself in a mysterious forest battling to stay alive against a society of cannibalistic mutants. Build, explore, survive in this terrifying first person survival horror simulator.

    2018ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. People Playground

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

    2019ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Euro Truck Simulator 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.

    2012IndieSimulation19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Balatro

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~70% under Evil Genius 2: World Domination on Steam right now. Shares Strategy with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.

    2024StrategyIndieCasual11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

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

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

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

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

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

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

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

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. 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 ↗
  5. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    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 ↗
  6. 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 Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

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

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

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

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. missed messages.

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

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

    2019IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Rebellion

Other recommendable Steam games by Rebellion, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Sniper Elite 4

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Discover unrivalled sniping freedom in the largest and most advanced World War 2 shooter ever built. Experience tactical third-person combat, gameplay choice and epic longshots across gigantic levels as you liberate wartime Italy from the grip of Fascism.

    2017ActionAdventure59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Sniper Elite 5

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    The award-winning series returns as Karl Fairburne fights to uncover Project Kraken in 1944 France. The genre-defining authentic sniping, with enhanced kill cam, has never looked or felt better as you fight across immersive maps to stop the Nazi war machine in its tracks.

    2022ActionAdventure49.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Sniper Elite 3

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Sniper Elite 3 is a tactical third-person shooter that combines stealth, gameplay choice and genre-defining ballistics with huge, open levels and the exotic terrain of World War 2 North Africa.

    2014ActionAdventure29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Aliens vs. Predator™

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Survive, hunt and prey in the deadly jungles and swamps in distinctly new and thrilling first person gameplay.

    2010Action14.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Zombie Army Trilogy

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    The cult horror shooter series comes to an apocalyptic conclusion with an epic new third chapter, a heart-pumping new horde mode, and remastered editions of the best-selling Nazi Zombie Army 1 & 2.

    2015Action44.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Zombie Army 4: Dead War

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Hitler’s hordes are back for more in this spine-chilling shooter from the makers of Sniper Elite 4! Abominable occult enemies, epic weapons and a harrowing new campaign for 1-4 players await in 1940s Europe, as you fight to save humankind from undead Armageddon!

    2021Action49.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Strange Brigade

    WHY THIS

    Shares a comedic mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Embark on an exotic journey into danger in this rip-roaring 1930s third person adventure for 1-4 players! Encounter pulse-pounding action, treacherous traps and tales of derring-do!

    2018ActionAdventure49.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Sniper Elite V2

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    Another title from Rebellion, the studio behind Evil Genius 2: World Domination.

    In the dark days of the end of World War Two amidst the ruins of Berlin, one bullet can change history…

    2012ActionSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Evil Genius 2: World Domination

Is Evil Genius 2: World Domination verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Evil Genius 2: World Domination is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Evil Genius 2: World Domination cost?
Evil Genius 2: World Domination is listed on Steam at 39.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Evil Genius 2: World Domination?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Evil Genius 2: World Domination are Evil Genius, Dungeons 3, MachiaVillain.
Who developed Evil Genius 2: World Domination?
Evil Genius 2: World Domination was developed by Rebellion.

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