Games Like 3030 Deathwar Redux - A Space Odyssey

Space adventure, open world RPG, strategy, arcade, quest and more!

Why similar: Space 49.1%, Open World 11%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Adventure 7.1%, Simulation 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is the closest match to the seed game, offering a perfect blend of space simulation, top-down combat, and text-based adventure segments.

Choose your own destiny as you explore an open-world procedurally generated galaxy where anything is possible. Become a miner, a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, or perhaps a jack of all trades. Start off small and build your way to the top but remember with every action, comes consequences.

Why similar: Space 35.9%, Open World 14.9%, Sandbox 14.3%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Exploration 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent sandbox space RPG that emphasizes ship customization, mining, and exploration in a vast galaxy.

Gaia Beyond is a handcrafted 2D Action-RPG, an exploration mix built around the core features fighting, mining and trading. Your decisions are footprints within a vast non-linear solar system. Forge alliances among numerous factions and develop relations with hundreds of NPCs.

Why similar: Space 23.9%, Space Sim 23.6% ★, Open World 13.9%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Simulation 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down, open-world space sim that mirrors the exploration and pirate-hunting mechanics of the seed game perfectly.

Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home.

Why similar: Space 37.7%, Space Sim 14.8% ★, Sci-fi 11.7%, Open World 10.3%, Exploration 6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on exploration and discovery, providing a similar sense of wonder while navigating unknown star systems.

Rebel Galaxy is a swashbuckling space adventure, with action-packed combat, exploration, discovery, trade, and “negotiation” with the outlandish denizens at the edge of the known universe.

Why similar: Space 36.1%, Space Sim 13.4% ★, Open World 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a gritty space-faring experience with strong combat mechanics and a focus on open-world exploration.

Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.

Why similar: Space 40.4%, Open World 12.7%, Space Sim 11.3% ★, Sci-fi 8.8%, Simulation 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down space exploration game that offers a similar sense of freedom, trading, and combat.

SAIL THE STARS. BETRAY YOUR QUEEN. MURDER A SUN. Sunless Skies is a Gothic Horror roleplay game with a focus on exploration and exquisite storytelling.

Why similar: Space 34.5%, Exploration 16.5%, Story Rich 12.8%, Adventure 11.5%, Atmospheric 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the narrative-heavy adventure and exploration aspects of the seed game within a unique, atmospheric space setting.

Explore the vast reaches of VoidExpanse -- mine asteroids, upgrade your ship, trade, complete missions, advance your character and survive fast-paced combat with hostile aliens and mercenaries in the rich and exciting Sci-Fi universe of VoidExpanse!

Why similar: Space 41.1%, Open World 15.7%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Sandbox 10.8%, Simulation 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A solid top-down space action game that features deep RPG elements and a persistent, open universe.

A space trader & combat sim meets squad-RPG, large scale conquest, choice driven gameplay with fluid & punchy tactical real-time combat set in a dynamic open-world sandbox.

Why similar: Space 33%, Simulation 13.3%, Open World 12.1%, Space Sim 11.7% ★, Sandbox 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down RPG and simulation hybrid that captures the indie spirit and pirate-hunting gameplay of the seed game.

Darkstar One offers a fantastic amount of freedom of choice. The story-based missions gradually lead you deeper into the galaxy to new races, new technologies and ever stronger opponents. Explore a vast array of solar systems in search of hidden artifacts of ancient races, essential objects for upgrading your ship--the Darkstar One.

Why similar: Space 34.7%, Space Sim 22.9% ★, Sci-fi 11.7%, Open World 10.3%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic space sim that emphasizes exploration and ship upgrades within a narrative-driven campaign.

Drox Operative 2 is a starship action RPG with warring alien races, fierce space battles, a dynamic, evolving galaxy, and co-op multiplayer for Windows and Linux.

Why similar: Space 31.8%, Action 16.2%, Indie 15.2%, Open World 12.8%, Sci-fi 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines action-RPG mechanics with space exploration, allowing for dynamic interactions with various factions.

Explore the farthest reaches of Human Space in this open-world space adventure. Compelled to journey to the Galactic Core by a mysterious hyperintelligence, you must fight your way through dozens of star systems teeming with clashing empires, expansionist AIs, and fearsome xenophobes.

Why similar: Space 30.5%, Space Sim 18.6% ★, Open World 14.6%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Exploration 7%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down space exploration game with roguelite elements that focuses on upgrading your ship while traveling through dangerous systems.

2d space combat like no other. From the perspective of a single crew member, explore the fully destructible interior of any ship in a massive living world. Engage in space combat with no hitpoints where you know your enemy is dead when you see them fall out of their ship into the cold dark of space.

Why similar: Space Sim 22.5% ★, Space 20.2%, Open World 13.8%, Sandbox 10.8%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features extensive ship customization and sandbox exploration that will appeal to fans of the seed game's mechanics.

A hyperdrive malfunction sends Keith T. Maxwell tumbling through space and time to fight for his life against a mysterious alien armada that is wreaking havoc.

Why similar: Space 33.3%, Space Sim 27.7% ★, Sci-fi 9.6%, Exploration 7.5%, Simulation 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic space sim that balances narrative missions with open-world trading and combat.

Strategy from the front lines! Starpoint Gemini Warlords combines 3rd person capital spaceship combat with 4X strategy and RPG gameplay elements. Build mighty war fleets and send them into battle or lead them into combat yourself. Become the Warlord and conquer the Gemini system!

Why similar: Space 28.8%, Space Sim 21.9% ★, Open World 14.4%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Sandbox 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a compelling mix of RPG character progression and space fleet management in an open-world setting.

A spaceship building and universe-exploration game. Collect resources, expand and grow your fleet, and conquer your personal galaxy. Stellar ambience by Peaks.

Why similar: Space 41.2%, Sandbox 17.6%, Open World 8.6%, Sci-fi 6.3%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox space game that allows for creative ship building and strategic combat in a 2D environment.

A procedural co-op space sandbox where players can build their own space ships out of dynamically scalable blocks. Fight epic space battles, explore, mine, trade, wage wars and build your own empire to save your galaxy from being torn apart by an unknown enemy.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.8% ★, Space 24.7%, Open World 13.8%, Sandbox 12.2%, Sci-fi 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep sandbox experience where building your own ship and exploring procedurally generated galaxies are the core focus.

Objects in Space is a retro space game centred on 2D point-and-click stealth action in a massive open world. Players have their own customisable ships and can meet people, become a trader, bounty hunter, explorer, scavenger or all of them at once.

Why similar: Space 30.5%, Simulation 16.1%, Space Sim 15.1% ★, Adventure 9.6%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, simulation-heavy space game that emphasizes navigation and exploration over pure action.

Astrox Imperium is a relaxing space game where you fly around a generated universe. Mining, Fighting, Building, Exploring, and Surviving. What makes this game unique? You have complete control of how it plays. A robust sandbox and lots of MOD tools. Make it your game, and play it your own way.

Why similar: Space 35.6%, Space Sim 20.5% ★, Open World 10.5%, Sandbox 9.7%, Simulation 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A space simulation game that offers a vast sandbox for mining, trading, and combat.

Planets, aliens, resources, upgrades, caves, mapping & documenting star systems ... seek a new home for the human race. An all-inclusive (admittedly janky) procedural space-sim made by solo developer Schmidt Workshops.

Why similar: Space 23.6%, Space Sim 23.4% ★, Open World 13.2%, Sandbox 8.7%, Sci-fi 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the procedural exploration of alien planets and systems, mirroring the discovery aspect of the seed game.

Landinar: Into the Void is a top-down space-adventure-RPG. You are recruited as a rookie bounty hunter in the oppressive Landinar Empire. On your journey through the quadrant you will meet diverse characters, build your own spaceship and choose your battles.

Why similar: Space 29.8%, Space Sim 21.2% ★, Open World 10.5%, Adventure 8.7%, Sandbox 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features strong adventure and RPG elements that align well with the on-foot exploration segments of the seed game.

Starcom: Unknown Space is an action RPG of space exploration and adventure. Build your own starship while discovering an epic story in a universe of strange mysteries, alien factions and uncharted worlds.

Why similar: Space 31.1%, Space Sim 20.3% ★, Open World 13.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Exploration 6.2%

Cosmonautica is a fresh take on space trading in a procedurally generated universe, paired with quirky humor for your intergalactic enjoyment.

Why similar: Space 24.8%, Space Sim 20.2% ★, Sci-fi 10.2%, Open World 9.8%, Simulation 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky space simulation that focuses on trading and managing a crew, offering a lighter take on the space sim genre.

Subdivision Infinity is an immersive and pulse pounding sci-fi space shooter featuring stunning graphics and tight spaceship game play. Hunt down and destroy enemy spacecraft, crush capital ships, mine asteroids for rare minerals, and find blueprints to craft amazing new vessels!

Why similar: Space 27.5%, Space Sim 23.1% ★, Sci-fi 11.4%, Action 8.4%, Indie 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented space sim that provides a polished experience for those who enjoy the combat loop of the seed game.

Start with nothing... End with everything! All you have is a basic ship, barely fit for combat, with it you'll start your journey and empire. A open world space sandbox, inspired by and expanding the classics.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.6% ★, Space 22%, Open World 14.3%, Sandbox 11.5%, Sci-fi 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends action-heavy space combat with strategic elements, providing a versatile sandbox experience.

Shortest Trip to Earth is a roguelike spaceship simulator focused on exploration, ship management and tactical battles. Embark on a perilous journey across the universe with nuclear missiles, armed crew and a cat.

Why similar: Space 34.7%, Space Sim 21.4% ★, Sci-fi 14.9%, Simulation 9.2%, Exploration 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on survival and exploration in space, requiring careful management and tactical decision-making.

Jumpdrive is a sandbox space sim set in an alternative future heavily inspired by classic 80s sci-fi. Fight, trade and explore in a massive procedurally generated galaxy of millions of planets and stars. Amass money and power and upgrade and purchase new ships.

Why similar: Space 41.6%, Simulation 17.7%, Open World 14.4%, Indie 9.1%, Adventure 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: An indie space exploration game that focuses on the simple joy of traveling between systems and upgrading your vessel.

Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.

Why similar: Space 48.4%, Sci-fi 20%, Story Rich 8.5%, Indie 8.3%, 2D 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven, top-down space exploration game that captures the sense of mystery and adventure found in the seed game.

Battlevoid: Harbinger is a hard sci-fi space exploration game blending roguelike, turn-based, star map strategy, and real-time space battles. You are a young commander venturing out into enemy territories, to unknown galaxies, never knowing what you will face as you jump out from hyperspace.

Why similar: Space 52.3%, Simulation 14.4%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Open World 6.8%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused space sim that emphasizes tactical combat and fleet management.

Explore a randomly generated Galaxy populated with factions, enemies, missions, and items providing you with a unique experience each time you play.

Why similar: Space 48.2%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Open World 10.3%, Action 6.6%, Sandbox 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down space action game that captures the pirate-hunting and combat feel of the seed game.

Kinetic Void is a 3D space adventure with a focus on customization and enjoyable space simulation. The shipyard allows players to construct their ship piece by piece. Ships can be as simplistic as a cockpit, a hull, a engine and a gun, or as complex as a player wants.

Why similar: Space 42.8%, Simulation 12.1%, Sandbox 10.8%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Space Sim 8.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox simulation that allows for significant ship customization and open-ended space exploration.

Oldschool action open-world sci-fi with a unique storyline, frenetic battles, crude humor, loose morals and cows.

Why similar: Space 22.1%, Space Sim 19.5% ★, Open World 12.4%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Sandbox 8.5%

A physics-based mining sim, set in the thickest debris field in Sol. Every action has a reaction, lasers are invisible without a medium, and your thrust is a potent weapon. Find trade, adapt your equipment to your playstyle, hire a crew to help. Unravel the mysteries of the rings, or just get rich.

Why similar: Space 26.6%, Space Sim 20.1% ★, Sci-fi 11.4%, Open World 11.1%, Sandbox 7.3%

Design and then improve the ultimate mothership. Explore a persistent living galaxy populated by 200 unique captains that can do everything you can do. Survive the zombie infection and then fight them back. Make allies and start your own faction. Build your empire. Also includes Sandbox Mode.

Why similar: Space 41.3%, Open World 13.2%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Sandbox 6.9%, Simulation 6.9%

Exiled to a deep space mining sector, you are left with a crappy ship, a laser, and a small mining beam. It is up to you to survive by working your way through the galaxy. Mine asteroids, refine and trade the ore, buy upgrades for your ship, hunt pirates... you get it.

Why similar: Space 32.8%, Space Sim 17.3% ★, Simulation 11.6%, Open World 11.2%, Sandbox 10.6%

Mine asteroids, salvage space debris, design your own small or massive spacecraft using individual functional components, complete missions, and engage in battles against enemies in a vast galaxy with realistic physics based on orbital mechanics or in a classic physics mode.

Why similar: Space 35.4%, Space Sim 13.2% ★, Simulation 12.2%, Sandbox 10.8%, Sci-fi 8%

A single-developer passion project. A seamless full scale solar system. Thrilling action. Be part of an incredible journey as a Universe is built from the ground up!

Why similar: Space 31.5%, Open World 13.9%, Space Sim 10.6% ★, Sandbox 8.5%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Scavenge modules, combine them in the deadliest and most efficient ways imaginable, and fly your very own spaceship through alien space with BossConstructor. Thousands of procedurally generated galaxies await you and your space-faring collection of assembled modules to explore them.

Why similar: Space 40.1%, Simulation 17.8%, Action 10.5%, Indie 9.9%, Sci-fi 7.9%

In the distant future, the X universe faces a period of profound and irrevocable change. While the universe stumbles towards an uncertain future, countless adventures await as new enemies rise in search of power.

Why similar: Space 38.7%, Space Sim 14.8% ★, Simulation 14%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Sandbox 6.8%

Scavenger SV-4 is a highly replayable atmospheric first-person science fiction game. Part simulator, part roguelike, it has elements of action, combat, resource management, and a dash of horror. It is not quite like any game you have played before.

Why similar: Space 36.9%, Simulation 14.1%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Adventure 9.6%, Indie 6.7%

Combining the best of space combat and real time strategy. Victory can be tactical, a dogfight or capital ship slugging match - depending on how you decide to achieve it. Space combat on a RTS scale with space sim savagery.

Why similar: Space 37.5%, Simulation 16.4%, Space Sim 13.6% ★, Sci-fi 11.5%, Action 8.1%

EVERSPACE™ combines fast-paced combat with roguelike elements, great visuals and a captivating story. It takes you on a challenging journey through an ever-changing, beautifully crafted universe full of surprises. Shoot, craft and loot your way to victory while the odds are stacked against you.

Why similar: Space 46.6%, Space Sim 20.6% ★, Sci-fi 11.4%, Action 7.9%, Indie 5.5%

Design your battleship and fight your way through unforgiving space. This is a tale of a lone spaceship on a centuries-long mission. As the captain, you´ll make strategic decisions, explore unknown sectors, meet allies and enemies, gather resources, technology and crew. To battle stations!

Why similar: Space 26.5%, Simulation 15.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Indie 8.7%

The life of an independent mercenary is rarely without excitement. Your spacecraft awaits and your adventure begins in the Sapphire star system.

Why similar: Space 35.1%, Space Sim 18.5% ★, Simulation 12.3%, Open World 10.3%, Sci-fi 8.8%

Become the Captain of an interstellar cruiser and journey across the galaxy to save the Republic. During your journey you will have to make important decisions, improve the weaponry of your ship and fight against numerous enemies.

Why similar: Space 30.8%, Space Sim 19.3% ★, Simulation 9.3%, Sci-fi 8%, Sandbox 6.7%

Experience life in space using cutting edge drone simulation technology. You can never fail — build ships, make friends, live forever.

Why similar: Space 34.9%, Simulation 10.7%, Comedy 8.1%, Adventure 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%

A sci-fi exploration & survival game where you take on the role of a spaceship’s AI. Explore, fight, and survive across a mining colony in the Main Asteroid Belt. Rebuild your ship. Rescue your crew. Reveal the truth behind your mission.

Why similar: Space 21.5%, Space Sim 19.8% ★, Open World 12.1%, Sandbox 9.4%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Holy Potatoes! We’re in Space?! is a whacky space exploration game where you manage your very own spaceship, craft hundreds of weapons, and explore the vastness of a veggie-filled universe.

Why similar: Space 27.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Simulation 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Adventure 9.3%

The Long Journey Home combines an open world full of galaxies, planets and anomalies with quests and mechanics of a rogue-like RPG. One destination. Endless adventures. Where will this journey take you?

Why similar: Space 43.3%, Simulation 18.8%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Indie 8.8%, Exploration 7.3%

Explore a procedurally generated galaxy, mine asteroids, refine minerals, colonize planets, build stations, deploy drones, salvage rare items, construct gear, level up, improve your ship, assemble a fleet, engage in combat, and take on the void.

Why similar: Space Sim 34.9% ★, Simulation 18.8%, Space 11.2%, Exploration 7.8%, Sci-fi 5.2%

Managing a fleet across a dangerous galaxy. Every star and planet holds untold riches and dangers. Each encounter will require skills in trading, diplomacy, and combat. Allocate power to engines, charge all weapons, and take on the worst the galaxy has to handle.

Why similar: Space 32.1%, Space Sim 26.4% ★, Sci-fi 13.6%, Exploration 7.6%, Adventure 4.7%

Fight, loot, explore and craft in the living open world of Starpoint Gemini 3. Assemble your trusty ship and boost your RPG skills to face all challenges.

Why similar: Space 24.8%, Space Sim 22.8% ★, Open World 12.2%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Simulation 8.5%

A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!

Why similar: Space 25.9%, Sandbox 18.7%, Open World 17.7%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Exploration 10.9%

Advanced Space Flight, Combat, Trading, and Exploration Simulation. Set in a vast explorable universe, Evochron Legacy offers freeform gameplay with many diverse objectives and paths to choose from.

Why similar: Space Sim 25% ★, Space 23.4%, Open World 11.9%, Sandbox 9.8%, Sci-fi 9.2%

EVERSPACE 2 is a fast-paced single-player spaceship shooter with exploration in space and on planets, tons of loot, RPG elements, mining, and crafting. Experience an exciting sci-fi story set in a vivid, handcrafted open world full of secrets, puzzles, and perils.

Why similar: Space 33.2%, Open World 17.5%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Simulation 8.5%, Exploration 7.6%

Spacebourne is an open space exploration game with Rpg elements. Its world consists of different factions at war. You as an expert pilot need to choose your side or be on no one's side and create a force of your own. Load up your weapons, Ready your ship and warp to adventure.

Why similar: Space 43.1%, Space Sim 24.5% ★, Simulation 16.6%, Indie 7.6%, Exploration 5.1%

Equipped with cutting-edge salvaging tech, carve & slice spaceships to recover valuable materials. Upgrade your gear to take on more lucrative contracts and pay your billion credits debt to LYNX Corp!

Why similar: Space 35.1%, Space Sim 17% ★, Sci-fi 14.9%, Sandbox 11.3%, Simulation 11.2%

Pilot your ship in the seamless open world made of space, planets, and more. Find new ships and equipment, find allies and beat all the enemies in this open source space shooter!

Why similar: Space 45.9%, Open World 21.4%, Action 9.1%, Indie 8.5%, 2D 5.7%

Take on the role of a spaceship captain. Explore new worlds, and engage in intense ship-to-ship battles. Develop unique battle tactics, upgrade your ship, and recruit crew members as you fight for peace or piracy.

Why similar: Space 43.5%, Sandbox 16.3%, Sci-fi 12%, Simulation 10.3%, Exploration 7.4%

Sea of Stars is a starship roguelike, a sandbox adventure game of interstellar exploration and combat. Travel from star to star, upgrade your ship with new systems and weapons, build up your flotilla with allies and mercenaries, and take on a variety of alien menaces.

Why similar: Space 47.6%, Adventure 32.5%, Indie 19.9%