Discounted Alternate History games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated alternate history games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free alternate history games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Rule the Waves 3
Rule the Waves III is a simulation of naval ship design and construction, fleet management and naval warfare from 1890 to 1970.
Atomic Heart
In a mad and sublime utopian world, take part in explosive encounters. Adapt your fighting style to each opponent, use your environment and upgrade your equipment to fulfill your mission. If you want to reach the truth, you'll have to pay in blood.
Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you create and observe custom AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Paint imaginative maps and scenarios, and command nations to change history into your liking!
Wanted: Dead
Wanted: Dead is a new hybrid slasher/shooter from the makers of Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive. The game follows a week in life of the Zombie Unit, an elite Hong Kong police squad on a mission to uncover a major corporate conspiracy.
A Plague Tale: Requiem
Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.
Marauders
Marauders is a tactical first-person multiplayer looter shooter set in a sci-fi universe. As a space pirate, work solo, or in a squad with up to 3 other players to navigate a hostile battleground, hunt for loot, craft new weapons and gear, and salvage what you’ll need to survive.
Terra Invicta
An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.
SD GUNDAM BATTLE ALLIANCE
SD Gundam Battle Alliance is a multiplayer Gundam action RPG where you can smash foes solo or with friends in thrilling mechanized combat. Acquire new mobile suits, power them up, and take them into battle in various missions!
Regiments
Regiments is a Real-Time Tactics game set in Germany 1989. The Cold War has gone hot, and the inferno is raging. Lead your Regiment through the fires of conflict and the fog of war. Break through the lines, call in artillery, maneuver, feign retreats, stage defenses, counter-attack. Do not relent.
NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening
Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner
Card Shark
Card Shark is an adventure game full of cunning, intrigue, and delectable deceit. Enter a world where you’ll need to play your opponents better than you play your cards.
Not For Broadcast
A new political Party has won a landslide in the General Election, and for some reason the editor at the news station you work at has done a runner. Now it’s up to you, the Janitor, to take over the editing booth in this tumultuous time - will you help the government, or stand in their way?
Strange Horticulture
Strange Horticulture is an occult puzzle game in which you play as the proprietor of a local plant store. Find and identify new plants, pet your cat, speak to a coven, or join a cult. Use your collection of powerful plants to influence the story and unravel Undermere’s dark mysteries.
INDUSTRIA
Embark on a gripping journey in INDUSTRIA, an atmospheric FPS set in Cold War-era East Berlin. Unravel the secrets of a mysterious parallel dimension while searching for a missing colleague. Explore a haunting reality where the truth awaits. Discover the dark past that lies beyond.
Ambition: A Minuet in Power
18th century Paris - a city of love, lies and revolution. You are a woman of fashion trying to survive the political turmoil. Date a cast of unforgettable characters. Amass the wealth and respect you deserve. Engage in gossip that can alter the course of history, or lead you to the guillotine.
Paradise Lost
It's winter, 1980. Szymon, a boy raised in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, finds an abandoned Nazi bunker. Will he find what he’s looking for? Play Paradise Lost and explore an underground world, where Slavic mythology mixes with retrofuturistic technology. Discover the last story on Earth.
Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse
Be the Zombie. Kick A** and Take Brains.
Observer: System Redux
The year is 2084. In a dark cyberpunk world shattered by plagues and wars, become a neural police detective and hack into the jagged minds of others. Make use of anything they felt, thought, or remembered to solve the case and catch the elusive killer.
Möbius Front '83
Defend America from an alternate-universe America using state-of-the-art 1980s military hardware in this intricate and tactical turn-based strategy game.
Vampires' Melody
3 centuries have passed after sleeping for one night!? On a rainy night filled with thunderstorms, a young chef Raylan encountered a mysterious girl who resembled Sleeping Beauty in a huge tree hole, but everything suddenly went black before he could find out what happened...
Freedom Fighters
Freedom Fighters is an intense third-person action game set in an alternate history New York during the invasion of a foreign superpower. Take on the role of Chris Stone, a hard-working plumber, and rise through the ranks of the resistance to prove yourself as a charismatic leader.
Combat Mission Shock Force 2
The latest title in the famous Combat Mission franchise of wargames, now on Steam. Shock Force 2 brings you to a hypothetical conflict in Syria between the forces of NATO and the Syrian Army. Play either on WeGo or Real Time in an incredibly detailed and realistic 1:1 tactical simulation.
Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg
Strategic Mind: Blitzkrieg is a turn-based strategy set in the period of WW2. It brings a modern look and new features to a good old wargame genre. You are to lead the German Armed forces overcoming unthinkable odds and claiming the ultimate bittersweet victory in Europe. Blitzkrieg is the way!Most played alternate history games on Steam
Take a look at the top alternate history games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Age of History 3
Grand strategy wargame where the destiny of Civilizations rests in your hands - will they stand united under your leadership or fall divided in conflict? Journey through the entire saga of human civilization, from its earliest days to the futuristic era, crafting your legacy age by age. Age of History 3 is a wargame, strategy and grand strategy game developed by Łukasz Jakowski and published by Łukasz Jakowski Games. Released on October 23rd 2024 has received 11,986 reviews of which 10,498 were positive and 1,488 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played alternate history game, thanks to its 532 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.5
10,498
1,488
532
players
2. Wolfenstein: The New Order
Wolfenstein®: The New Order reignites the series that created the first-person shooter genre. Wolfenstein offers a deep game narrative packed with action, adventure and first-person combat. Wolfenstein: The New Order is a fps, action and shooter game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 19th 2014 has received 56,165 reviews of which 51,390 were positive and 4,775 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. While seeing 249 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among alternate history games based on player count.
9
51,390
4,775
249
players
3. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
America, 1961. The assassination of Nazi General Deathshead was a short-lived victory. The Nazis maintain their stranglehold on the world. You are BJ Blazkowicz, aka “Terror-Billy,” member of the Resistance, scourge of the Nazi empire, and humanity’s last hope for liberty. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a fps, action and gore game developed by Machine Games and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on October 26th 2017 has received 44,179 reviews of which 35,785 were positive and 8,394 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. While seeing 201 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among alternate history games based on player count.
8.0
35,785
8,394
201
players
4. Armored Warfare
Wage war against players around the world with an unstoppable arsenal of powerful armored combat vehicles. Use 300+ vehicles to engage in furious PvP tank combat, complete co-op missions, and crush your enemies on breathtaking maps, from scorching deserts to neon-drenched urban jungles. Armored Warfare is a realistic, shooter and alternate history game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and Wishlist Games and published by Wishlist Games. Released on November 17th 2017 has received 4,885 reviews of which 3,201 were positive and 1,684 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played alternate history games.
6.4
3,201
1,684
95
players
5. Fantasy Map Simulator
Fantasy Map Simulator: Create and watch imaginary worlds evolve over centuries. Design maps, simulate nations, and control destinies. See empires rise and fall on your desktop wallpaper. A unique simulation for history buffs and creative minds. Fantasy Map Simulator is a early access, god game and sandbox game developed and published by The Stranger. Released on September 04th 2024 has received 2,665 reviews of which 2,401 were positive and 264 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played alternate history games.
8.6
2,401
264
78
players
6. Wolfenstein: The Old Blood
Wolfenstein®: The Old Blood™ is a standalone prequel to the critically acclaimed first-person action-adventure shooter, Wolfenstein®: The New Order. This adventure spans eight chapters and features the hallmarks of MachineGames – thrilling action, immersive story, and intense FPS combat. Wolfenstein: The Old Blood is a fps, action and world war ii game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 04th 2015 has received 20,600 reviews of which 18,560 were positive and 2,040 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played alternate history games.
8.8
18,560
2,040
77
players
7. Ara: History Untold
Build a nation and lead your people throughout history to the pinnacles of human achievement as you explore new lands, develop arts and culture, conduct diplomacy, and go head-to-head with your rivals to prove you are the greatest ruler ever known. It's Your World Now. Ara: History Untold is a strategy, 4x and grand strategy game developed by Oxide Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 1,760 reviews of which 1,209 were positive and 551 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played alternate history games.
6.7
1,209
551
47
players
8. Curious Expedition 2
Curious Expedition 2 is a turn-based narrative roguelike set in a reimagined version of the late 19th century that uses procedural gameplay and story elements to create completely unique and epic adventures every time you play. Curious Expedition 2 is a adventure, simulation and dynamic narration game developed and published by Maschinen-Mensch. Released on January 28th 2021 has received 3,832 reviews of which 3,412 were positive and 420 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played alternate history games.
8.6
3,412
420
33
players
9. Iron Order 1919
An unique long-term strategy game with week-long matches with up to 101 players, set in the alternate reality of 1919. Iron Order 1919 is a strategy, simulation and alternate history game developed and published by Bytro Labs GmbH. Released on August 24th 2022 has received 373 reviews of which 262 were positive and 111 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played alternate history games.
6.7
262
111
29
players
10. KAISERPUNK
Build a city to rule the world in Kaiserpunk, a grand city builder blending production-focused city building with the world conquest of strategy games in an alternate 20th century world. Manage your city, grow industries, build a military, and defeat rivals to become the greatest empire. KAISERPUNK is a city builder, strategy and resource management game developed by Overseer Games and published by Overseer Games and Elda Entertainment. Released on March 21st 2025 has received 370 reviews of which 253 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played alternate history games.
6.5
253
117
23
players
Best deals on alternate history games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of alternate history games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted alternate history games.
1. Paradise Lost
It's winter, 1980. Szymon, a boy raised in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, finds an abandoned Nazi bunker. Will he find what he’s looking for? Play Paradise Lost and explore an underground world, where Slavic mythology mixes with retrofuturistic technology. Discover the last story on Earth. Paradise Lost is a underground, walking simulator and exploration game developed by PolyAmorous and published by Walkabout. Released on March 24th 2021 has received 2,370 reviews of which 1,523 were positive and 847 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Featuring a massive 92% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for alternate history category.
6.3
1,523
847
-92%
15.38€
1.23€
2. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus
America, 1961. The assassination of Nazi General Deathshead was a short-lived victory. The Nazis maintain their stranglehold on the world. You are BJ Blazkowicz, aka “Terror-Billy,” member of the Resistance, scourge of the Nazi empire, and humanity’s last hope for liberty. Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is a fps, action and gore game developed by Machine Games and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on October 26th 2017 has received 44,179 reviews of which 35,785 were positive and 8,394 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 78% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in alternate history games.
8.0
35,785
8,394
-78%
30.27€
6.66€
3. Wolfenstein: The New Order
Wolfenstein®: The New Order reignites the series that created the first-person shooter genre. Wolfenstein offers a deep game narrative packed with action, adventure and first-person combat. Wolfenstein: The New Order is a fps, action and shooter game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 19th 2014 has received 56,165 reviews of which 51,390 were positive and 4,775 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 77% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in alternate history games.
9
51,390
4,775
-77%
20.35€
4.68€
4. Wolfenstein: The Old Blood
Wolfenstein®: The Old Blood™ is a standalone prequel to the critically acclaimed first-person action-adventure shooter, Wolfenstein®: The New Order. This adventure spans eight chapters and features the hallmarks of MachineGames – thrilling action, immersive story, and intense FPS combat. Wolfenstein: The Old Blood is a fps, action and world war ii game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 04th 2015 has received 20,600 reviews of which 18,560 were positive and 2,040 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 77% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
8.8
18,560
2,040
-77%
20.35€
4.68€
5. The Inquisitor
Jesus did not die on the cross, but came down and unleashed vengeance on all the nonbelievers. 1500 years later, an army of Inquisitors brutally enforce the faith. In this dark fantasy adventure you solve intricate cases and unveil abysmal secrets as Inquisitor Mordimer Madderdin. The Inquisitor is a action-adventure, alternate history and fantasy game developed by The Dust S.A. and published by Kalypso Media. Released on February 08th 2024 has received 351 reviews of which 249 were positive and 102 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 51% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
6.7
249
102
-51%
40.10€
19.65€
6. Ara: History Untold
Build a nation and lead your people throughout history to the pinnacles of human achievement as you explore new lands, develop arts and culture, conduct diplomacy, and go head-to-head with your rivals to prove you are the greatest ruler ever known. It's Your World Now. Ara: History Untold is a strategy, 4x and grand strategy game developed by Oxide Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 1,760 reviews of which 1,209 were positive and 551 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 35% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
6.7
1,209
551
-35%
59.99€
38.99€
7. Age of History 3
Grand strategy wargame where the destiny of Civilizations rests in your hands - will they stand united under your leadership or fall divided in conflict? Journey through the entire saga of human civilization, from its earliest days to the futuristic era, crafting your legacy age by age. Age of History 3 is a wargame, strategy and grand strategy game developed by Łukasz Jakowski and published by Łukasz Jakowski Games. Released on October 23rd 2024 has received 11,986 reviews of which 10,498 were positive and 1,488 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 30% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
8.5
10,498
1,488
-30%
9.99€
6.99€
Free alternate history games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play alternate history games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play alternate history games.
1. Armored Warfare
Wage war against players around the world with an unstoppable arsenal of powerful armored combat vehicles. Use 300+ vehicles to engage in furious PvP tank combat, complete co-op missions, and crush your enemies on breathtaking maps, from scorching deserts to neon-drenched urban jungles. Armored Warfare is a realistic, shooter and alternate history game developed by Obsidian Entertainment and Wishlist Games and published by Wishlist Games. Released on November 17th 2017 has received 4,885 reviews of which 3,201 were positive and 1,684 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
6.4
3,201
1,684
95
players
2. Iron Order 1919
An unique long-term strategy game with week-long matches with up to 101 players, set in the alternate reality of 1919. Iron Order 1919 is a strategy, simulation and alternate history game developed and published by Bytro Labs GmbH. Released on August 24th 2022 has received 373 reviews of which 262 were positive and 111 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
6.7
262
111
29
players
3. 攻城与召唤 Siege and Summons 【5分钟一局 策略竞技 】
Siege and Summon is an online turn-based competitive card game set in the Three Kingdoms era. Players can use soldier cards and skill cards to build a deck of cards to challenge powerful players in the world of the tk. NPCs can also fight against other players and form teams to challenge dungeons. 攻城与召唤 Siege and Summons 【5分钟一局 策略竞技 】 is a multiplayer, historical and alternate history game developed and published by Siege and Summons. Released on May 17th 2024 has received 1,072 reviews of which 1,024 were positive and 48 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
9
1,024
48
2
players
4. South Scrimshaw, Part One
South Scrimshaw is the story of a newborn whale in a vast alien ocean. It is a richly illustrated experimental visual novel, written in the style of a nature documentary. South Scrimshaw, Part One is a linear, sci-fi and hand-drawn game developed and published by Nathan O. Marsh. Released on June 09th 2023 has received 1,355 reviews of which 1,344 were positive and 11 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
9.4
1,344
11
5. Project Hailstorm
Step into the shoes of a researcher in the depths of the antarctic and uncover the mysteries behind Project Hailstorm. Project Hailstorm is a walking simulator, 3d and first-person game developed and published by Imbrium. Released on February 10th 2025 has received 429 reviews of which 351 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
7.7
351
78