1 – Slay the Spire 2
We have finally reached the first game of the top 10 most-wishlisted strategy games on Steam in 2026! And the number one spot goes to Slay the Spire 2! The first Slay the Spire was a massive hit, and it’s still one of Steam’s best-rated games of all time, with a 97% overwhemingly positive rating, with over 175.000 reviews! While details about Slay the Spire 2 are still scarce, from the looks of it, the team is going for a “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” kind of mentality, and the game appears that’s going to be more of what made the first one so good, except with a lot of everything: more Slayers, cards, mechanics, events, new enemies, a new engine, new visuals and mod compatibility. The best part? Slay The Spire 2 is coming out in March 2026, so we won’t have to wait very long to see if the number one spot of the most wishlisted strategy games on Steam in 2026 is deserved!
Conclusion
From grand galactic-scale RTS games to deeply tactical turn-based strategy experiences, the list of the most wishlisted strategy games on Steam in 2026 paints a very clear picture: the strategy genre is not only alive, it’s thriving and better than ever. Whether it’s the return of legendary franchises like Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era, and Dawn of War 4, or bold new contenders such as MENACE, Falling Frontier, and Nova Roma, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest years ever for strategy fans. If you’re a fan of thoughtful gameplay, complex systems, and games that reward planning over reflexes, now is the perfect time to keep an eye on these upcoming releases
Which of these strategy games are you most excited to play in 2026? Let us know, and stay tuned for more deep dives into the best upcoming strategy games on Steam.
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