10 Best RTS Games on PlayStation Plus (July 2024)

PlayStation Plus is convenient because you can play virtually any game compatible with PS4 and PS5. The platform features various games in various niches, including some of the best real-time strategy (RTS) games.

The RTS genre is one of the most diverse in the gaming industry. RTS games feature diverse themes and gameplay styles. They also vary in aspects like graphics and overall quality. Here is an overview of the ten best RTS games on PlayStation Plus in MONTH, YEAR.

10. Frostpunk

Frostpunk is set in a world experiencing an Ice Age. Snow covers everything, and the atmosphere is bitterly cold, making survival difficult. As a leader, you face the challenge of building and running a city where the remnants of humanity can survive and thrive. Managing the city is difficult, especially considering that you have limited resources to meet the people’s needs.

Notably, all your decisions have repercussions, and the game emphasizes empathetic and thoughtful decision-making. Interestingly, you can play the Endless mode with eight maps featuring different weather conditions and terrains.

9. Port Royale 3: Pirates Merchants

Port Royale 3: Pirates Merchants is all about amassing wealth and securing power as a ship captain in the 17th-century Caribbean. You can do that in two ways: piracy or honest trade.

By invading and raiding ships, hunting bounties, and essentially doing whatever it takes to develop your empire, the game's Adventurer mode allows you to play as a pirate. Conversely, the Trader mode necessitates that you establish your empire and wealth through ethical trading. Based on real-world economic principles, it is possible to purchase and sell products across a variety of islands.

8. Grand Ages: Medieval

Grand Ages: Medieval takes you back to 1050 AD, during the beginning of the High Middle Ages in Europe. You play as the ambitious leader of a small settlement that you plan to turn into an empire. You can achieve your plans through various means, including trade, technological advancement, building cities, diplomacy, and war.

Trade is the biggest aspect of the game and the best way to make money. You can produce and trade over 20 goods, including coal and food. Moreover, you can utilize 50 technological advancements to improve efficiency and quality of life. Notably, you can raise an army to fight people who stand in your way or threaten your empire.

7. Tropico 6

In Tropico 6, the beautiful island of Tropico is in political turmoil, and you must take charge to guide it to prosperity. You can build cities, bridges, tunnels, roads, and other transport infrastructure to connect different islands and enhance development. Interestingly, you can also send your citizens out on raids to steal famous landmarks, such as the Statue of Liberty or the Eiffel Tower.

6. SpellForce 3 Reforced

SpellForce 3 Reforced is set in a medieval world ravaged by disease, scarcity, and anarchy. Your goal is to survive all the dangers surrounding you and make the most of what you have. You create a hero, assemble a party of skilled fighters, build shelter, look for resources, and fight everyone that threatens your existence. Notably, the game is based on an epic storyline, and you can play three factions with varying interests, skill trees, and other distinct characteristics.

5. Zombie Tycoon II: Brainhov’s Revenge

In Zombie Tycoon II: Brainhov’s Revenge, zombies engage in epic battles against each other. You can choose between two sides: Professor Brainhov’s marauding hordes of twitchy zombies or Orville Tycoon’s heavy-duty zombie masses. Moreover, the zombies come in six classes with varying skills and abilities, including scavengers, brawlers, samurai, engineers, and more. The game follows an intriguing story based on the relationship between Professor Brainhov and his rogue apprentice Orville Tycoon.  

4. Desperados III

Desperados III takes you back to the Wild West as John Cooper partners with four other deadly characters on a dangerous quest across the country. You can play all five characters, each with unique skills. For example, John is good with a pistol and knife, while Kate can lure men to their deaths through seduction. You come across many enemies along your quest, and beating them with minimum casualties requires a stealthy, strategic approach with proper planning and perfect execution.

5. Stellaris

Stellaris is set in space and features everything you need to explore and conquer the new frontier. Your goal is to build an empire in space through exploration and construction. You have science ships that explore planets and asteroids for resources and habitable conditions. Additionally, you have construction ships that build stations around newly discovered planets.

Interestingly, you will encounter new civilizations, which can be friendly or hostile. You can use diplomacy to forge partnerships with friendly civilizations or deploy your warships against hostile civilizations.

4. Zombie Tycoon II: Brainhov’s Revenge

Do you have what it takes to become the king of the undead? Zombie Tycoon II: Brainhov’s Revenge allows you to find out. You must pick between two zombie factions: heavy-duty zombies belonging to Orville Tycoon or swift zombies belonging to Professor Brainhov.

Getting the zombie armies to fight each other is fun. However, constructing bases, managing resources, and outsmarting the AI bots and other players in the multi-player mode requires sound strategies. Interestingly, the zombies are skilled in the following six fields: brawler, cleaner, engineer, scavenger, scout, and samurai.

3. Desperados III

Desperados III blends action, strategy, and stealth to deliver an exciting gameplay experience. It follows the journey of a group of five outlaws through swamps, riverbanks, and rural towns. You can play any of the five characters, each featuring unique fighting techniques. For example, Kate uses her beauty to lure men to their deaths, while Cooper kills quietly with a knife and kills multiple enemies using a revolver. Overall, there are many versatile ways to overcome obstacles and achieve your objectives.

2. Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun features a team of five warriors on a quest to eliminate their enemies. You can play any of the five characters and exploit their unique skill sets. For example, Hayato is agile and silent, while Samurai Mugen doesn’t mind causing a commotion. Each mission is unique and challenging, and you must plan a strategic approach based on the various characters’ skills. Notably, the game features beautiful graphics, and you can choose from three distinct environments.

1. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III

The battles in Dawn of War III are colossal and epic. Everything is on the line after a catastrophic weapon is discovered on Acheron. Three powerful armies comprising Orks, Eldars, and Space Marines battle it out for survival.

You can play three distinct campaigns based on the three factions. Each faction features unique weapons, abilities, and interests. Notably, this game features some of the biggest war machines and most devastating abilities in the history of Dawn of War.

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