Heroes of Science and Fiction similar games & best alternatives

Heroes of Science and Fiction

PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux • 2026

Should you play it?

A turn-based sci-fi strategy that combines exploration and exciting clashes on the battlefield. Take control over several different species, raise powerful armies for your heroes and destroy your opponents! This HoMM-like is set in a scifi universe, with new mechanics on top of the classic formula.

What works
  • Faithful and polished heroes of might and magic style gameplay
  • Engaging sci-fi fantasy setting with humor and lore
  • Addictive turn-based strategy with deep tactical combat
  • Well-designed factions with unique units and abilities
  • Strong campaign and skirmish content with good progression
Things to keep in mind
  • Performance issues and lag reported
  • Limited multiplayer options (hotseat only)
  • Some ui clunkiness and small font size
  • Animations sometimes choppy or unclear
  • Content still limited due to early access status

What to play next

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Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander

  • Caves of Lore

  • Stellar Tactics

  • Battle Chasers: Nightwar

  • Master of Magic

  • Banner of the Maid

  • Ascension to the Throne

  • Geneforge 1 - Mutagen

  • Epic Battle Fantasy 4
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Caves of Lore

  • Ascension to the Throne

  • Geneforge 1 - Mutagen
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

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Similarity map

Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Heroes of Science and Fiction: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Survival, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Relaxation, Story.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    "Players have control over their actions and decisions, including choosing heroes, building upgrades, and strategic moves on the map."

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    "Players have control over hero upgrades, skill choices, army composition, and strategic decisions on the map, with some new mechanics like building outposts and upgrading mines."

  • Competence

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    "The game involves tactical combat, hero and unit progression, and strategic resource management, providing skill challenges and feedback."

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    "The game offers tactical combat, skill specialization, and strategic resource management, providing meaningful challenges and feedback."

  • Competition

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    "Focus is primarily on single-player campaigns and scenarios; some hotseat 1v1 but no online multiplayer."

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    "Focus is primarily on single-player campaigns and skirmishes; multiplayer is limited to hotseat with no online modes currently."

  • Continuation

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    "Many reviews mention addictive gameplay and the 'just one more round' feeling leading to extended play sessions."

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    "Many reviews mention addictive 'one more turn' gameplay and long campaign and skirmish sessions."

  • Cooperation

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    "Gameplay centers on individual team management and solo story progression with limited multiplayer interaction."

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    "Gameplay centers on individual hero management and solo play; limited multiplayer options and no emphasis on teamwork."

  • Creativity

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    "Players can customize builds, choose different heroes and strategies, and manage various upgrades and skills."

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    "Players can customize heroes, choose skills, build structures on the map, and experiment with unit abilities and upgrades."

  • Domination

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    "Interactions emphasize balanced play and mutual respect; no evidence of trash talk or power imposition, and players often cooperate."

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    "Interactions are balanced and respectful; no evidence of trash talk or power imposition; focus on fair play."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

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    "Players use the game as a relaxing, engaging distraction with immersive sci-fi setting and satisfying gameplay loops."

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    "Players enjoy immersive sci-fi fantasy setting and story, using the game as a relaxing and engaging distraction."

  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia."

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  • Experimenting

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    "Players explore evolving mechanics, combat, puzzles, and seasonal changes, encouraging experimentation."

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  • Exploration

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    "Exploration of maps, discovery of new territories, and uncovering secrets are core gameplay elements."

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    "Exploration of maps, discovery of resources, secrets, and strategic locations is a core gameplay element."

  • Expression

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    "Hero customization and faction selection allow some self-expression, though visual customization is limited."

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    "Hero customization and faction identity allow some self-expression, though mostly within predefined frameworks."

  • Fantasy

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    "Strong fantasy and sci-fi themes with imaginative factions and lore."

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    "Strong sci-fi fantasy setting with imaginative factions, lore, and narrative elements."

  • Fellowship

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    "Minimal social interaction; primarily single-player experience with limited community engagement."

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    "Limited social interaction; primarily single-player experience with minimal community engagement."

  • Growth

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    "Players develop strategic skills, learn hero synergies, and improve gameplay over time."

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    "Players develop heroes, learn new skills, and improve strategic abilities over time."

  • Health

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    "Turn-based, sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires focused attention and strategic planning; not designed for passive or background play."

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  • Intimacy

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    "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing; mostly individual play."

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  • Leadership

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    "Players lead their own armies and make strategic decisions, but no evidence of managing groups or authority."

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  • Progression

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    "Strong progression through hero leveling, research, town building, and unit upgrades."

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  • Relaxation

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    "Calm, immersive experience with ambient music and steady pacing."

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  • Sensation

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    "Enjoyable art, voice acting, and music provide sensory stimulation, though animations are simple and sometimes choppy."

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  • Status

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  • Story

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    "Engaging narrative with character development and lore integration enhances immersion."

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  • Strategy

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  • Thrill

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  • Value

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  • Violence

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    "Combat and destruction are central gameplay elements, with tactical battles and unit defeats."

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  • Survival

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Last update: 01/06/2026