7 Games To Play If You Like Clash Of Clans

Games like Clash Of Clans have been popular for almost a decade, taking the mobile gaming market by storm. What makes them so popular is their time flexibility - you can put as much, or as little time into them as you want. Building an empire has never been so much fun, especially when you can team up or take on other players from around the world.

However, Clash Of Clans came out in 2012 and the industry has had time to catch up, launching a whole new roster of games to compete with. From traveling through time to reviving the Greek gods, you're spoiled for choice. Each title with its own unique spin and features to match, it's never been a better time to jump into the genre.

7 Civilization Revolution 2

One of the only single-player mobile games with deep enough gameplay to keep you invested for a long time, Civilization Revolution 2 clearly has more effort poured into it than most strategy titles. From the mind of legendary developer Sid Meiers, the man behind Civilization, comes a game that allows you to customize history with one of the world's greatest societies.

You can choose to dominate with a military force, win the space race to Alpha Centauri, build the World Bank, or build wonders and develop the U.N. You have four completely different routes to victory with the option of a great leader from history, leading them down your chosen path to the top.

6 DomiNations!

This game forces you to work your way through history, evolving your nation from the Stone age through to the Digital Age. Each time you upgrade to a new era more advanced technology will become available, opening up tactics and military options in case of attack.

At the very beginning, you'll have to choose what nation to control, deciding different tactics and bonuses throughout the game. Some nations will lean offensive and require you to pay attention at all times while others focus on economics, throwing you into a different style of play.

5 Boom Beach

Fending off the relentless antagonist group Blackguard, defending the Archipelago and destroying their bases at the same time. Opposing players will show up to you as Blackguard operatives, just as you see them. Getting a stronghold on resource areas will help you upgrade your base and create the strongest force possible.

Scouting out enemy bases and planning the attack is essential to victory, running in and hoping for the best won't cut it. Allying with other players and creating a task force is another way to gain experience, tackling a Blackguard factory and looting their rewards. The higher the level and smaller the group, the more of the high-level loot you can claim.

4 Castle Clash: Guild Royale

Leaving reality and diving into a world of mythical creatures and the heroes that lead them, immersing you into the general's position. Flexibility is the game's main feature, letting you spend as much or as little time on it as you please. Other players can be friend or foe, either riding into battle with you or trying to take all your resources in ambush.

The heroes you acquire will determine how successful you are, offering different abilities and bonuses. Heroes can be leveled up and equipped with different units or pets to increase their power, backed by a sturdy fortress that can withstand a surprise attack. From the very start, you'll be on the hunt for resources and the best hero rolls possible, allowing you to storm forward and take on enemy forces.

3 Dawn Of Titans

Combining large-scale troops in big numbers with giant units called Titans gives the game a sense of command over the battlefield. While you're directing a lot of units, the battles don't take up too much time, keeping the game from falling into a stale loop. The level of control you have mid-battle is the real positive, able to change tactics while the arrows are flying.

Strategy is actually employable in this game, rather than a battle being dictated by how high your troops are rated. Traps can be laid and battles won because of a well-disguised ambush, securing the victory over higher-rated opposition. Capturing raid locations will expand your reach while destroying them gives you immediate loot, laying the choice in your hands.

2 Gods Of Olympus

Gods Of Olympus fuses Greek mythology into the strategic battle landscape, using six gods to help you against your enemies. Unlocking each god will require building a shrine to attract their attention, requiring gold that only comes from winning battles. Battles are made much easier if you join an alliance as soon as possible, doubling your efforts and overwhelming enemy forces.

The one distinction about Gods Of Olympus comes when it's time to build, taking almost no time to get the job done. Other games force long wait times, slowing down the momentum and dragging gameplay to a crawl. Even the battles have more life to them, letting you actively participate in your allies' battles instead of idly sending troops to their aid.

1 Empires Mobile

Choosing between the Humans, Elves, and Dwarves - every LOTR fan's worst nightmare. Whatever race you choose will decide what training units and traits you can unlock. Empires make their mark with the high-level graphics they bring to the table, bringing the battle to life in vivid color.

Exclusive units spawn from every race, providing tactical advantages and swaying the tides of battle. Luckily, you can change strategies in real-time, confusing the enemy and making last-minute adjustments more difficult. Legendary heroes are also race exclusive, adjusting your nation's strengths and focuses.

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