There???s nothing quite like the satisfaction of winning a strategy game. But with so many games out there, it can be tough to find one that doesn't require you to constantly make in-app purchases to progress. Here, we???ve put together a list of the best strategy games that are completely free of in-app purchases. So, get ready to flex your strategic muscles without draining your wallet!
1. Chess
Chess is one of the oldest and most popular strategy games in the world. It???s a two-player game that requires careful planning and strategic thinking to outmaneuver your opponent. And the best part? There are no in-app purchases to worry about!
2. Bloons TD 5
Bloons TD 5 is a tower defense game that requires you to strategically place towers and other defenses to protect against waves of attacking balloons. The game has over 50 different tracks and 21 different types of towers, so there???s plenty of variety to keep you entertained. And the best part? No in-app purchases!
3. Plague Inc.
In Plague Inc., you play as a deadly virus trying to wipe out humanity. It???s a dark game, but it???s also incredibly addictive. You???ll need to strategically evolve your virus to outsmart humanity???s attempts to stop you. And, of course, there are no in-app purchases to worry about.
4. XCOM: Enemy Within
XCOM: Enemy Within is a turn-based strategy game that puts you in charge of a team of soldiers fighting against an alien invasion. You???ll need to carefully plan your attacks and manage your resources to save humanity from the extraterrestrial threat. And, best of all, there are no in-app purchases to slow you down.
5. Age of Civilizations
In Age of Civilizations, you play as the leader of a nation trying to conquer the world. The game features a massive world map with over 4,000 provinces, so there???s plenty of room for strategic maneuvering. And, of course, there are no in-app purchases to get in the way of your domination.
6. OpenTTD
OpenTTD is a business simulation game that puts you in charge of a transportation company. You???ll need to strategically build and manage your transport network to keep your company profitable. And, as with all the games on this list, there are no in-app purchases to worry about.
7. Starcraft II: Wings of Liberty
Starcraft II: Wings of Liberty is a real-time strategy game that puts you in charge of one of three factions battling for control of the galaxy. The game has a deep single-player campaign, but the real fun comes in the multiplayer mode where you can compete against players from all over the world. And, of course, there are no in-app purchases to worry about.
8. Total War: Shogun 2 ??? Fall of the Samurai
Total War: Shogun 2 ??? Fall of the Samurai is a turn-based strategy game set in 19th century Japan. You???ll need to manage your resources and build your army to defeat your enemies and become the ultimate ruler of Japan. And, as with all the games on this list, there are no in-app purchases to worry about.
9. World of Tanks
World of Tanks is a multiplayer online game that puts you in control of a tank. You???ll need to strategically position yourself and fire at enemy tanks to win battles and climb the ranks. And, as with all the games on this list, there are no in-app purchases to worry about.
10. Civilization VI
Civilization VI is a turn-based strategy game that puts you in charge of a civilization trying to become the dominant force on the planet. You???ll need to research new technologies, build cities, and wage war to achieve your goal. And, as with all the games on this list, there are no in-app purchases to worry about.
And there you have it ??? ten of the best strategy games with no in-app purchases. Whether you???re into turn-based games or real-time action, there???s something on this list for everyone. So, why not give one (or all!) of these games a try and see if you???ve got what it takes to be a strategic mastermind?
