Games like DEFCON

DEFCON is a real-time strategy game simulating global thermonuclear war. Players engage in high-stakes nuclear exchanges, balancing aggression with self-preservation to minimize losses.

87% positive from 4,312 · 2006 · 7% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $11.99 $3.59 -70% · Lowest ever $0.99 (2017-06-06)

Tactical PvP Online Co-Op Co-opSingleplayerStrategy

Six games like DEFCON

Suspects: Mystery Mansion

72% positive from 1,551 reviews2021Deck Unsupported

Social deduction game with voice chat. Players gather clues and complete tasks to find the killer, or deceive others as the killer.

What players likedPlayers say it's like Among Us but better, with unique roles, more customization, and praised voice chat.

The catchThe developers abandoned it years ago and connection errors now block matches entirely.

Both are tagged PvP, Online Co-Op and Strategy.

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FurryFury: Smash & Roll

82% positive from 1,473 reviews20221% finish itDeck Playable

FurryFury is a physics-based, multiplayer arena brawler where players roll and smash evolving beasts. It features simultaneous turns and a ghost mechanic for post-defeat interaction.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique blend of Mario Kart-style racing and Super Smash Bros.-like combat, offering a fresh and engaging experience.

The catchOnline matches fill with useless bot teammates and friend invites often fail.

Both are tagged PvP, Online Co-Op and Strategy.

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Circle Empires Rivals

90% positive from 1,954 reviews202070% finish itDeck Playable

Real-time strategy game with procedurally generated worlds and multiplayer. Players build armies, harvest resources, and fight enemies across diverse biomes.

The catchLeaders and units barely differ, so matches turn repetitive within a couple of hours.

Both are tagged Online Co-Op, Tactical and Strategy.

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Tactical Assault VR

83% positive from 3,462 reviews2023Deck Unsupported

This is a VR tactical shooter focused on realistic CQB. Players coordinate assaults solo or co-op to complete diverse mission objectives.

What players likedPlayers praise its excellent gun handling and CQB gameplay, comparing it favorably to "Ready or Not" and "Onward" in VR.

The catchEnemy AI has omniscient tracking and pinpoint aim

Both are tagged Online Co-Op and Tactical.

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Mining Mechs

90% positive from 2,681 reviews202329% finish itDeck Verified

Co-op mining simulation where players dig for resources, upgrade mechs, and sell goods. The core loop involves resource gathering, selling, and mech progression in a challenging underground environment.

What players likedPlayers praise this game as a nostalgic "Motherload" or old flash game with excellent music and satisfying upgrade mechanics.

The catchMining stays painfully slow and grindy, and even maxed upgrades barely speed it up.

Both are tagged Online Co-Op, Co-op and Singleplayer.

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Lightyear Frontier

84% positive from 4,538 reviews2024Deck Verified

Open-world mech farming adventure. Build, farm alien crops, and explore with friends in a retro-futuristic setting.

What players likedPlayers praise its polished, chill mech-farming experience, comparing it to No Man's Sky, Satisfactory, and Titanfall.

The catchThe automation shown in trailers unlocks only after dozens of hours of manual grinding.

Both are tagged Online Co-Op and Singleplayer.

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More about DEFCON

What players liked

Players praise DEFCON as a simple, addictive, and brilliant strategy game with intense matches and strategic depth.

The catch

The old UI does not scale, leaving text tiny and resolutions broken on modern screens.

Reviews: 87% positive from 4,312
Released: 2006
Finish it: 7% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $11.99 $3.59 -70% · Lowest ever $0.99 (2017-06-06)
Play: Single-playerCo-opMulti-playerPvP

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 87% positive, but with 4,312 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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