Top Alternatives to Age of Empires (series)

0 A.D. is a free, open-source, historical real-time strategy game developed by Wildfire Games. It focuses on ancient warfare and economics, offering a deep strategic experience without a cost.

StarCraft is a critically acclaimed real-time strategy game series that launched the esports scene, set in a deep science fiction universe involving three distinct species: Terran, Zerg, and Protoss, locked in a galactic war for survival and dominance.

Warzone 2100 is a classic open-source real-time strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic Earth. Players command the remnants of humanity, rebuilding civilization and combating a mysterious alien force.

Widelands is a free and open-source slow-paced real-time strategy game inspired by The Settlers II. Build complex infrastructure and manage resources to expand your empire.

OpenRA is a free and open-source real-time strategy game engine that breathes new life into classic Westwood Studios titles like Command & Conquer and Red Alert. It allows players to experience these beloved games with modern enhancements and features.

MegaGlest is a compelling free and open-source real-time strategy game set in a vibrant fantasy world, blending historical civilizations with elements of magic and steampunk. Engage in epic battles across diverse landscapes in single-player campaigns or challenging multiplayer matches.

Age of Mythology is a classic real-time strategy game where players command armies based on mythological units and heroes, leading one of three ancient civilizations—Norse, Greek, or Egyptian—through epic campaigns and competitive multiplayer battles.

Crown of the Gods® is a free-to-play, browser-based empire-building massively multiplayer online real-time strategy (MMORTS) game set in a fantasy world.