Bot Wars similar games & best alternatives
Bot Wars
2021
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Quick resume
Bot Wars is an action RTS about managing a squad of kill-bots and their bases as you work to take over all the capture points across the map. Featuring corporate kill bot armies, ranging from a firearms and beverage manufacturer to a lovecraftian burger cult.
Global score
86/100
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie, Strategy, Early Access
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Pros
- Fun blend of rts and shooter gameplay
- Engaging tactical squad control
- Vibrant graphics and sound design
- High replayability and chaotic battles
- Active developer support and updates
Cons
- Early access bugs and glitches
- Performance issues on large maps
- Lack of multiplayer and difficulty settings
- Ai pathfinding and balance problems
- Limited customization and narrative depth
Motivations
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Autonomy
Game with the same Autonomy vibe
3"Players can choose their squad composition and control individual characters or give group commands, allowing freedom in tactical decisions."
Planet R-12
"Players control their own squad and make tactical decisions, but some aspects like other factions' actions are out of player control."
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Competence
Game with the same Competence vibe
3"Players engage in combat requiring aiming and strategy; some AI and gameplay bugs reduce challenge but skill is rewarded."
SCP: Nine-Tailed Fox
"Players engage in skillful combat and tactical management with feedback, though some bugs and AI issues reduce challenge."
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Competition
Game with the same Competition vibe
-2"Focus is mainly on single-player or cooperative play with AI or friends; limited competitive elements, no ranked modes."
Zeno Clash 2
"Focus is mainly on single-player skirmishes against AI, with no current multiplayer or ranked modes."
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Continuation
Game with the same Continuation vibe
4"Players report long play sessions, replayability, and habitual engagement despite bugs and early access issues."
Wild Indigo Ranch
"Many players report long play sessions and high replayability despite early access bugs."
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Cooperation
Game with the same Cooperation vibe
-3"Gameplay centers on managing own squad independently; no multiplayer or cooperative player interaction."
Deadly Days
"Gameplay centers on controlling own squad with limited interaction or teamwork with other players."
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Creativity
Game with the same Creativity vibe
2"Players can customize tactics, transfers, and team lineups, but no deep creative building or modding features."
Soccer Manager 2021
"Players can customize squad composition and tactics, but no extensive building or modding yet."
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Domination
Game with the same Domination vibe
1"Players exert control over their country and can engage in military actions, but no evidence of social domination or trash talk."
Rogue State
"Players exert control over their squad and battlefield, but no evidence of social dominance or trash talk."
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Escapism
Game with the same Escapism vibe
4"Players use the game as a deep tactical experience and distraction, immersing in sci-fi combat scenarios."
MENACE
"Players use the game for fun, distraction, and immersion in chaotic battles and sci-fi setting."
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Expectation
Game with the same Expectation vibe
-4"Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment, not obligation or pressure."
Tomb Raider Game of the Year
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment, not obligation or pressure."
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Experimenting
Game with the same Experimenting vibe
3"Players try different strategies, unit combinations, and tactics to find effective approaches."
SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3
"Players try different units, tactics, and strategies to find effective approaches."
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Exploration
Game with the same Exploration vibe
2"Game involves visiting multiple locations and discovering easter eggs, though within a limited map."
Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don't Dry
"Players explore maps and discover hidden items or Easter eggs, though maps are limited."
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Expression
Game with the same Expression vibe
1"Character development and faction choice allow some self-expression, but cosmetic customization is limited."
Gothic 1
"Some faction and unit variety allows modest self-expression, but limited customization options."
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Fantasy
Game with the same Fantasy vibe
4"Futuristic robot characters, imaginative bosses, and special powers create a strong fantasy experience."
20XX
"Futuristic sci-fi setting with imaginative robots and abilities creates a strong fantasy experience."
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Fellowship
Game with the same Fellowship vibe
-3"Mostly solo play with minimal social or community interaction reported."
Xpand Rally
"Mostly solo play with minimal social interaction or community engagement reported."
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Growth
Game with the same Growth vibe
3"Players learn strategies, improve skills, and develop knowledge of upgrades and game mechanics."
Topple Tactics
"Players develop skills and upgrade units, learning game mechanics and improving performance."
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Health
Game with the same Health vibe
-5"Game is sedentary with no physical activity or health-related features."
My Little Universe
"Game is sedentary with no physical activity or health-related features."
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Idle
Game with the same Idle vibe
-3"Requires active attention and tactical input; not suited for passive or background play."
Sea Salt
"Requires active attention and tactical input; not suited for passive or background play."
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Intimacy
Game with the same Intimacy vibe
-4"No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing in gameplay."
Kingdoms and Castles
"No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing in gameplay."
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Leadership
Game with the same Leadership vibe
4"Players command armies and make strategic decisions, leading units in battle."
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 - Uprising
"Players lead squads and command units strategically, guiding their actions in battle."
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Progression
Game with the same Progression vibe
4"Players accumulate upgrades, unlock new units and abilities, and improve their squad over time."
Infested Planet
"Players accumulate upgrades, unlock units, and improve squad capabilities over time."
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Relaxation
Game with the same Relaxation vibe
2"Some players find the game fun and cathartic, though chaotic combat can cause visual overload and tension."
Spell Disk
"Some players find the game fun and cathartic, though chaotic battles can be intense."
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Sensation
Game with the same Sensation vibe
3"Vibrant visuals, explosions, and sound effects provide sensory stimulation and excitement."
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
"Vibrant graphics, sound design, and explosive effects provide sensory stimulation and excitement."
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Status
Game with the same Status vibe
-3"No social recognition or ranking systems; achievements are personal and not publicly evaluated."
Hellpoint: The Thespian Feast
"No social recognition or ranking systems; achievements are personal and not publicly evaluated."
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Story
Game with the same Story vibe
1"Some lore and character backstories exist but narrative is minimal and secondary to gameplay."
Papa's Freezeria Deluxe
"Some lore and faction backstories exist, but gameplay is mostly action-focused with limited narrative."
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Strategy
Game with the same Strategy vibe
4"Players engage in tactical combat requiring planning, resource management, and problem solving."
Beyond Citadel
"Players use tactical commands, resource management, and planning to succeed in battles."
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Thrill
Game with the same Thrill vibe
3"Fast-paced combat and large battles provide excitement and suspense."
STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II
"Fast-paced combat and chaotic battles create moments of suspense and excitement."
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Value
Game with the same Value vibe
3"Players feel the game offers good value for price despite early access bugs."
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon
"Players feel the game offers good entertainment value for price despite early access bugs."
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Violence
Game with the same Violence vibe
4"Combat involves shooting, explosions, and tactical destruction of enemies and objects."
Galaxy Squad
"Combat involves shooting, explosions, and destruction of enemy units and bases."
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Survival
Game with the same Survival vibe
3"Players manage resources and health to avoid defeat in battles; strategic defense and offense important."
Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game
"Players manage squad health and resources to avoid defeat and overcome enemy threats."
Analysis
Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Leadership, Survival, Violence, Strategy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Domination, Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story.
How to use the graph
Similar games map
Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.
- Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
- Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
- Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
- Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.
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.
Last update: 30/04/2026