10 Turn-Based Strategy Building Games You Should Definitely Play in 2024

Looking for immersive gameplay that lets your strategic brain shine without the rush of real-time action? Turn-based building games might just be what you've been craving.

This genre gives players control and time to plan their moves—whether they’re building empires, crafting futuristic cities, or defending planets from invasions.

Civ is Still the Grandaddy of Them All (But That's Okay)

• Even if it's predictable at times, its formula works
• The cultural layer is more fun than ever before
• AI actually feels like they know what they're doing
• Perfect for both veterans and newbies who don't mind long sessions

Darkest Hour Is Not as Gothic as You’d Expect—But Way More Fun

What makes europa universalis inspired strategy titles so engaging today?

* Dipomacy still feels alive, unlike AI in FPSes.
• You build alliances but never know if anyone will hold to 'em.
• Napoleon complex not included — unless you're playing as France!
Remember: save files eat your hard work sometimes...but that’s par for the course here!

Why Darkest Hour Stands Out This Year:

1. I love that every unit isn’t just meat shields—they act like actual humans! (Most of them anyway).
1. I mean, seriously—it's rare in this subgenre when your little conscripts cry during blizzard storms...
2. Sometimes my army gets rebellious if i don't upgrade barracks fast enough 😅
   Note: this feature may make older players remember bootcamp memories more than intended.




Banner Sagas Bring the Viking Vibe Like Few Others Can (Even If the Ending Was a Letdown)

The first game got the world addicted—but by part three some felt let down when devs tried too much.





Play the trilogy because of these things:

Artwork? Stunning. Dialogue trees made you question your soul

But keep expectations on parts 2 and especially episode 3.

(Yes, we won’t give it away—we hate spoilers here!)



Kerbal Gets Its Science Wrong—But It’s a Game So WHO CARES?!?

Nope, Kerbal Space Program probably shouldn’t get your hopes up about orbital accuracy…
yet thousands swear they learned basic physics from flinging tiny green people into deep space explosions over and over again (yes even me back when the Steam version just launched).

Fun Side Quest:
See how long before your rocket hits something. Also try landing anything anywhere on target! Haha!

In Other News… How Does Delta Force Stack Up As a Turn-Based Strategy Title? (Surprising Twist!)
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Wait—is this really the kind of strategy title gamers were after? Let's see: We Said It Was Surprising!

Genre	Realtime Combat?	Possible Campaign Style Playability Score(Out Of ⭐️5)	User Reaction
Warframe vs The West World DLC*not part of delta-force games, but comparing pacing styles helps*	Absolutely! Runs realtine, but only with enemies that hit fast. Like a caffeine-addicted rhino wearing cleats.	⭐★★☆☆ – No way could it work without major edits	"Wanted to strategize; instead my cat attacked my face mid boss fight!" ~ Review by User9698 on Metaspider
The “New" Delta-Force Game(s) Coming In 2024 ⚠⚠ ⚠ BETA PHASE	Not exactly sure at time of writing yet—but early footage implies partial-turns between missions.	✅ Maybe? Needs clearer breakdown	"Okay but where's base planning mode?? Wait did I miss it?" - Twitter User @Strategically_Lazy
Note:: Data is incomplete at press time. Keep eyes peeled for official release features and updates throughout year-end of 2023 onward.






> Some hardcore turn fans have started pushing for a full conversion mode to make this new delta force 2 video game usable for slow-style matches.

Spoiler-Free Section Ends Here ⚠ But seriously—if the next sequel tries making you pick political ideologies for drones flying overhead while trying NOT to destroy an allied city…… please stop reading now 😉




Crusader Kings Lets You Be Absolutely Horrible—and Honestly, We Love It (Sometimes Too Much!)

So imagine letting players play the villain—or at least be someone completely morally corrupt, with total freedom and a lack of modern accountability?

Well, thank CK3 designers. And perhaps therapy? This year’s additions:
• Spreads your courtier relationships in more twisted ways 😏
• Battlefield strategies matter far more than just “send all troops at once"—actually think through formation!
• Heresy mechanics feel satisfyingly dangerous again, rather than dull checkbox item.
You can spend entire nights plotting how to sabotage a noble alliance without getting discovered (and trust us…you might not realize four hours flew by).

One player reported losing their dog, wallet, and half their social life inside a Crusader King campaign last season.

They later admitted to hiding under sheets with headphones off for two consecutive battles.

Rise to Ruins: Cute But Brutal, in the Best Possible Way

If cute creatures with brutal survival modes sounds perfect—that means you should grab Rise to Ruins, the latest indie darl–wait scratch that—it's brutally adorable AND deadly smart for such a tiny team. Key Feature Spotlight: Dynamic Economy Model:
Resource markets crash unpredictably due to random raids and events, forcing smarter builds.
Who needs easy when hard brings better satisfaction? Some say Rise has perfected base-building logic loops beyond many big-budget competition. Try it solo? Or bring along friends? Well...

If one teammate accidentally opens the dungeon entrance and invites hordes in during your precious tech tree progress...goodluck explaining why you spent twelve years mastering tile rotation systems!

Farming Sim Meets Military Base Planning—No Joke. Welcome To Wrenchlandia

This gem combines farming routines, infrastructure design and squad leadership challenges into a weird yet fascinating package called *WRENCHLANDIA 2170: Seeds & Steel*. Players take care of soil quality (we're talking real crop yields) before assigning squads to patrol fields that stretch out further than expected once irrigation pipelines grow. Then comes unexpected bandits and trade negotiation chaos—all happening during harvest season! The game makes every second count. Sometimes, even sacrificing your prized livestock stash seems reasonable just for faster turret coverage upgrades (trust me—I did exactly that!). Wouldn’t you want to experience that panic level while watching crops burn alongside base defenses?
Pro Tips
Diversification is Key— Avoid putting ALL eggs in 1 farm area until later stages.
• Don’t ignore drone maintenance until smoke billows appear from skybases…again 👼🔧
• If enemy convoys show red icons across the border? Yeah. Evacuate field units ASAP!

Luna the Shadow Dust: Not Just Adventure Puzzele Solving But World Building Too!

Okay maybe calling Luna “building-centric strategy" feels odd at first. Yet there’s something special when players shape emotional bonds with companions which later impacts storylines, puzzles solved—even terrain layouts! Building homes that reflect past trauma unlocks unique paths in the narrative no other medium quite achieves yet. Luna blends charm magic and meaningful design to help users craft environments with deep ties—not just for gameplay reasons. Would I recommend it? Only if feeling deeply connected while solving puzzle mysteries with cute animal-friends is your thing 😉

Baldur’s Gate: What Do Dungeons Teach Strategy Builders Anyway?

Yes. Dungeouns. Random dice rolls. And tons o' loot. But what does all that randomness bring for turn-game players? Plenty:
• Your decisions affect party morale—long term consequences exist beyond combat results.
• Dialogue choices can impact future encounters, resources access—and surprisingly, even architecture designs when quest outcomes shift city rules
This game proves that branching stories mixed with resource allocation make turn-style RPG mechanics more flexible. In one run I played with max dialogue focus turned up—I accidentally convinced several cult members away from evil deeds and had them build secret bunkers near temples as safe havens for townsfolk. Talk about unintended synergy 😏

Fantasia Reclamation – Why Did I Leave My Empire Untamed Until Now?

Imagine merging the joy of landscaping forests, riversides while preparing against cosmic invasion threats from dimensions unknown. Sound complicated? Fantasia mixes environmental terra-forming (seriously—you'll become plant geek within 3 minutes) alongside alien invader repulsion via eco-warrior squads equipped mostly with biotechnology powered gear (think plant lasers!) There are multiple victory types including peaceful ones that demand you re-engage nature into balance, while other options require you defeat god-like interplantery forces trying reshape earth. TIPS: Avoid rushing to war if possible—some factions unlock super cool bio tech when cultivated patiently through seasons. And the artstyle keeps it worth the while.