Best 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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Waves of Steel
If you like warships but wish they could kickflip, Waves of Steel is for you! Build your own custom warship and embark on a sprawling campaign filled with enemy ships, planes, submarines, and bizarre superweapons. Fast-paced arcade naval action is here!
The Director's Disorder: Pilot Episode
The Director, a psycho killer, has chosen you to play the main character in his next film. Will you play your part and survive the night or will you be his latest victim?
Return to abyss 重返深渊
Return to Abyss is a mowing survival game with Rogue-Lite elements, upgrade your weapons and use your fighting skills to fight through over 10,000 monsters on screen until defeat the culprit who brought chaos!
Tiny Civilization
This is a historical simulation game that promotes the development of civilization based on the match-3 Game. You'll need to gather resources, use skills, discover new technology, and lead humanbeing through a 10,000-year journey to the cosmos.
Fate Seeker: Journey
Fate Seeker: Journey is an action role-playing game that combines random elements of Roguelite. In this game, you will be the hero to choose talents, obtain items and combine skills to defeat enemies in every stage.
STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
Voor De Kroon
Fight for control during the Friso-Hollandic Wars. Set in the medieval 13th century, the game features a strategy campaign and historical battles. Fight with your army in 3rd person battles and command your troops.
Victoria 3
Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.
FAITH: The Unholy Trinity
What you are about to do has not been approved by the Vatican. As a young priest, struggle against demons, insane cultists, and your own weakening faith in this pixel horror game inspired by the era of classic 8-bit gaming and the "Satanic Scare" of the 1980s.
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.
INCISION
All old-school FPS action. No Bullshit. Lots of blood & gore. Slaughter your way through nightmarish industrial mazes, transformed cityscapes and surreal alien structures to cut down the Growth in this ultraviolent, fast-paced, and merciless retro-styled first person shooter.
Steelrising
Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG.
Gunner, HEAT, PC!
Gunner, HEAT, PC! (GHPC) is a simulation game about modern mounted combat, with special attention to authenticity and fun.
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.
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.
Real estate tycoon
"Illusory life: urban real estate tycoon" is a simulated business role-playing game with urban theme. We try to restore the game world like a novel of urban face slapping, and give the players a "capitalist" identity.（We are a very poor studio, so English translation will be launched in the future）
NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION: Awakening
Conquer Warring States Japan under one banner
Half-Earth Socialism
Try your hand as a global planner of a future society. Play with a wide range of technologies and policies spanning different fields and ideologies. Will you lead the world to ecological utopia or planetary ruin?
Blade Runner: Enhanced Edition
Armed with your investigative skills and the tools of the Blade Runner trade, you'll be immersed in a world that lives and breathes around you with breakthrough lighting and visual effects. Your ability to survive will be put to the test in the richest game environment ever created.
Havsala: Into the Soul Palace
Havsala is an investigative puzzle game with rich storytelling full of historical references and mysticism. Search the room for the clues left behind by the previous reincarnations of a single soul, solve the puzzles and unravel the mystery.
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.
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 June 15th 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 12,712 reviews of which 11,105 were positive and 1,607 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 807 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.5
11,105
1,607
807
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 alternate history game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 19th 2014 has received 56,469 reviews of which 51,691 were positive and 4,778 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. While seeing 408 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among alternate history games based on player count.
9
51,691
4,778
408
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 44,497 reviews of which 36,084 were positive and 8,413 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. While seeing 406 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
36,084
8,413
406
players
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 20,813 reviews of which 18,761 were positive and 2,052 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 137 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played alternate history games.
8.8
18,761
2,052
137
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 2,818 reviews of which 2,536 were positive and 282 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 128 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played alternate history games.
8.6
2,536
282
128
players
6. 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 4,951 reviews of which 3,238 were positive and 1,713 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 128 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played alternate history games.
6.4
3,238
1,713
128
players
7. Ara: History Untold
Build a nation starting at any point in human history and compete for supremacy in this epic turn-based strategy game. Engage in diplomacy, fight wars, and go head-to-head with other leaders from history. 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 1,790 reviews of which 1,231 were positive and 559 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
1,231
559
46
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 3,860 reviews of which 3,436 were positive and 424 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
3,436
424
30
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 381 reviews of which 267 were positive and 114 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
267
114
25
players
10. KAISERPUNK
Build a city to rule the world in Kaiserpunk, a grand city builder blending production-focused city building with world conquest 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 460 reviews of which 321 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played alternate history games.
6.7
321
139
17
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 June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted alternate history games.
1. 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 20,813 reviews of which 18,761 were positive and 2,052 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for alternate history category.
8.8
18,761
2,052
-95%
19.99€
1.04€
2. 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 2,377 reviews of which 1,526 were positive and 851 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 92% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in alternate history games.
6.3
1,526
851
-92%
14.79€
1.24€
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 alternate history game developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 19th 2014 has received 56,469 reviews of which 51,691 were positive and 4,778 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in alternate history games.
9
51,691
4,778
-90%
19.99€
2.14€
4. 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 44,497 reviews of which 36,084 were positive and 8,413 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
8.0
36,084
8,413
-90%
29.99€
3.22€
5. 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 3,860 reviews of which 3,436 were positive and 424 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 67% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
8.6
3,436
424
-67%
19.99€
6.75€
6. 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 358 reviews of which 255 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 67% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
6.8
255
103
-67%
39.99€
13.24€
7. KAISERPUNK
Build a city to rule the world in Kaiserpunk, a grand city builder blending production-focused city building with world conquest 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 460 reviews of which 321 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 40% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
6.7
321
139
-40%
29.99€
18.19€
8. 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 12,712 reviews of which 11,105 were positive and 1,607 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 34% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for alternate history games.
8.5
11,105
1,607
-34%
9.99€
6.59€
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 June 15th 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 4,951 reviews of which 3,238 were positive and 1,713 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 128 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free alternate history games on Steam.
6.4
3,238
1,713
128
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 381 reviews of which 267 were positive and 114 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
267
114
25
players
3. 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 501 reviews of which 412 were positive and 89 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
7.7
412
89
2
players
4. 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 1,074 reviews of which 1,024 were positive and 50 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
9.0
1,024
50
1
players
5. 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 1,382 reviews of which 1,371 were positive and 11 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free alternate history games on Steam.
9.4
1,371
11