List of 4X video games


This is a comprehensive index of 4X video games, sorted chronologically. Information regarding date of release, developer, platform, setting and notability is provided when available. The table can be sorted by clicking on the small boxes next to the column headings. Notice how many of these games are sequels.

Video game platforms

List

Classic 4X games

Games with additional 4X mode

These games include a mode of gameplay that resembles the 4X genre.
YearGameDeveloperSettingPlatformNotes
1990Star ControlToys for BobSci-fiAMI, CPC, C64, DOS, Genesis, ZX Spectrum
1994'Origin SystemsSci-fiDOS
1996Star Control 3Legend EntertainmentSci-fiDOS, MAC
2001'Westwood StudiosSci-fiWINCampaign mode
2003Rise of NationsBig Huge GamesHistoricalWIN, MACConquer The World mode
2004'Big Huge GamesHistoricalWIN, MACConquer The World mode
2004'Pandemic StudiosSci-fiWINGalactic Conquest mode
2005'Pandemic StudiosSci-fiWIN, XboxGalactic Conquest mode
2006'Petroglyph GamesSci-fiWIN, MACGalactic Conquest mode
2006'Petroglyph GamesSci-fiWIN, MACGalactic Conquest mode
2006'EA Los AngelesFantasyWINWar of the Ring mode
2006'EA Los AngelesFantasyWINWar of the Ring mode
2006'Relic EntertainmentSci-fi/FantasyWINCampaign mode
2008'Relic EntertainmentSci-fi/FantasyWINCampaign mode
2008'EA Los AngelesSci-fiWIN, XboxGlobal Conquest mode
2017Starpoint Gemini WarlordsLittle Green Men GamesSci-fi WIN4X, Space sim and RPG