✨ Featured Games
1. Widelands
A real-time strategy classic reborn: Widelands is free, open-source, and inspired by Settlers II.
Build settlements, expand your territory, even play multiplayer.
Why you’ll love it: Easy to pick up, but the depth is real: economy, expansion, tactics.
Try it because: You want a full-featured RTS without spending a dime.
2. Unknown Horizons
A 2D real-time economic and city-building simulation.
You start small, build your settlement, trade, balance economy & diplomacy.
Why you’ll love it: Relaxed vibe, strategic thinking, open-source ethos.
Try it because: You like building + managing without the stress of heavy combat.
3. TripleA
A turn-based grand strategy game: free, open-source, multiplayer capable, built with community in mind.
Features maps, AI play, live lobby, even Play-By-Email.
Why you’ll love it: Strategy lovers rejoice—lots of depth, maps, rulesets.
Try it because: You want a game that feels like a board game or classic strategy title.
4. Simutrans
A transport-simulation game: build a transport company, move people/cargo by rail, road, sea and even air.
Customize large maps, pick graphics “paksets”, play solo or multiplayer.
Why you’ll love it: Fun mix of logistics, planning, growth & sandbox freedom.
Try it because: You like simulation + open-world sandbox style, and can lose hours in building networks.
5. Tristram
A jam-game with pixel-art style, made in 72 hours (with a post-jam polished version).
You assemble a party, fight in catacombs, rebuild your city and take on nostalgic dungeon-crawling.
Why you’ll love it: It’s short, sweet, low-pressure, with fun nostalgia and indie flavor.
Try it because: You just want a bite-sized, creative experience for free.
✅ Why These Are Worth Trying
- Free to play — no cost, no pay-to-win.
- Independent or open-source — creative, community-driven projects.
- Variety of genres — RTS, city builder, grand strategy, transport sim, dungeon crawler.
- Accessible — Most are easy to get started; you don’t need a triple-AAA machine.
📝 Final Thoughts
If you’ve got a weekend, pick one (or more!) of these games. They’re perfect for exploring something new without risk.
Which one jumped out at you? I’d love to hear your thoughts or favorite part once you try it!