- #1 THE UNIVERSE
97% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Enrique Salvador
Windows
Feel like you are in space ! This application has been created in a photorealistic way, you will feel like you are on Mars, Jupiter, Mercury ... and ISS ! The best education game. If you like astronomy this is your application. You will feel that you are in space observing the entire universe.
Why similar: Science 44% ★, Education 25.7%, Casual 15.1%, Simulation 14.2%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #2 Chimp Memory
96% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Windmill's Light
Windows
Chimp Memory is a logical puzzle game and memory challenge. Take on the same tests faced by lab monkeys and prove your memory skills are sharper than theirs. Can you outperform the primates? Test yourself and find out!
Why similar: Science 47.5% ★, Education 32.2%, Simulation 10.4%, Casual 8.1%, Indie 1%
- #3 Tyto Ecology
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 434 reviews2016
Dev: Immersed Games
Windows · Mac
Build your biome! With an empty biodome as your canvas, add plants and animals from three different ecosystems. Observe interactions like hunting, blooming, and even decomposing! Will your biodome last for decades, or will it experience a total ecosystem collapse? You’re in control!
Why similar: Science 47% ★, Education 25.5%, Simulation 18.2%, Casual 6.5%, Indie 2.8%
- #4 Nanoscape
95% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: 3D Visualisation Aesthetics Lab
Windows
A first person exploration of a cancer cell deep in the human body, featuring a highly detailed simulation of cellular anatomy and processes based on the latest scientific research!
Why similar: Science 45.4% ★, Education 28.6%, Simulation 14.5%, Casual 10.9%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #5 Osy Osmosis
94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Cogent Education
Windows · Mac · Linux
Osy Osmosis is a fun game for all ages where you must help Osy stay safe as she navigates through her world collecting stars. To help Osy, you will use osmosis to keep her in balance with the world around her.
Why similar: Science 52.4% ★, Education 30.6%, Simulation 6.1%, Cute 5.3%, Casual 4.4%
- #6 Virtual Chemistry Lab
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Alpay Akay
Windows
This is a serious game. Made for educational purposes. It was made in order to enable students to understand the high school chemistry curriculum and to provide equality of opportunity.
Why similar: Science 41.1% ★, Education 31%, Sandbox 13.4%, Simulation 13.2%, Indie 0.9%
- #7 IntuiCraft
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brainpowder
Windows · Linux
A minimalistic intuition trainer app designed to sharpen your intuitive senses and enhance your decision-making abilities.
Why similar: Science 47.2% ★, Education 34.3%, Casual 8.6%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Indie 1%
- #8 PHYSARUM: Slime Mold Simulator
92% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Ka Hin Yuen
Windows
PHYSARUM is a sandbox simulation game. Simulate the real world slime mold Physarum polycephalum by generating millions of living particles. Create and mutate slime species in real time to discover countless mesmerizing and emergent patterns.
Why similar: Science 41.7% ★, Education 22.6%, Sandbox 15.9%, Simulation 12.6%, Casual 5.9%
- #9 Momentum Mayhem
91% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: UnscriptedLogic
Windows
A casual 2.5D physics oriented game about building unorthodox contraptions to solve puzzles with a variety of items at disposal
Why similar: Science 39.8% ★, Education 24.2%, Sandbox 13.5%, Cute 5.9%, Simulation 5.6%
- #10 MiTOSSis
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Allen Institute
Windows
A biology puzzle with real microscopy data
Why similar: Science 61% ★, Education 30.6%, Casual 7.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #11 Chemistry My Love
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SPIN Software
Windows
Chemistry My Love is the ultimate gamified educational tool for high school and college level chemistry. Balance chemical reaction coefficients, masses and concentrations, with step-by-step explanations. Level up your knowledge playing chemical games and solving computer-generated quizzes.
Why similar: Science 43.7% ★, Education 27.9%, Simulation 23.8%, Indie 4.6%
- #12 Thrive
89% matchVery Positive92% of 1,599 reviews2021
Dev: Revolutionary Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
An evolution simulation game. Take control of your species in the environment and edit your species as a whole. Compete with other evolving species for resources on an alien planet.
Why similar: Science 42.2% ★, Education 22%, Sandbox 12.8%, Simulation 9.2%, Character Customization 6.5%
- #13 Solitaire: Learn Chemistry
89% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: RTWS
Windows
A combination of using flashcards for learning with the classic card game Solitaire.
Why similar: Science 50.5% ★, Education 35.4%, Casual 14.1%
- #14 Solarium
88% matchMixed69% of 130 reviews2017
Dev: Sunfleck Software
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Challenge yourself. What do you really know about plants? Want to find out? And win some points to build your own custom plants? Then welcome to Solarium!
Why similar: Science 47.5% ★, Education 31.5%, Simulation 19%, Indie 2%
- #15 Creatures Village
87% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: Creature LabsPub: Gameware Europe
Windows
This is a special world, inhabited by the amazing virtual life forms known as Norns. These cuddly little creatures have their own Digital DNA, brains and biochemistry. They learn and think for themselves but they need you to love them, care for them and play with them.
Why similar: Science 45.9% ★, Education 21.3%, Family Friendly 8.2%, Casual 7.6%, Simulation 6.9%
- #16 Mądra Głowa
86% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: LK Avalon
Windows
Mądra Głowa to kolekcja 27 multimedialnych gier i łamigłówek logicznych rozwijających umiejętność sprawnego myślenia i podejmowania decyzji. Jest przeznaczona dla dzieci w wieku 6-9 lat. Świeże i oryginalne pomysły gwarantują doskonałą zabawę i pełny rozwój potrzebnych zdolności.
Why similar: Science 45.8% ★, Education 36.5%, Family Friendly 8.8%, Casual 8.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #17 Size Matters
84% matchVery Positive87% of 509 reviews2021
Dev: Mazen GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
You play as a scientist who is shrinking every second in a race against time! Find all the ingredients and formulas scattered around the laboratory, which are necessary for producing the life-saving antidote. But beware, your time is very precious.
Why similar: Science 44.6% ★, Education 25.2%, Sandbox 12.6%, Simulation 9%, Casual 5.9%
- #18 Against the Gradient
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Cogent Education
Windows · Mac · Linux
A microscopic world is in need of your help! Add transporters to membranes to move molecules and ions into and out of cells. Your goal is to reach specific concentrations.
Why similar: Science 54.9% ★, Education 32.1%, Simulation 7%, Casual 4.8%, Indie 1.4%
- #19 Crazy Plant Shop
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 286 reviews2014
Dev: Filament Classic
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Crazy Plant Shop, players learn about genes and inheritance by breeding zany plants! Special requests from mysterious customers require players to understand dominant and recessive traits and how genetic traits get passed through generations. Use profits to acquire new breeds, purchase shop upgrades, and acquire new customers!
Why similar: Education 37.2%, Science 36.9% ★, Casual 15.6%, Cute 6.5%, Indie 3.8%
- #20 Orbit Simulator
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tonia Sanzo
Windows
Space Simulator and Music Machine!
Why similar: Science 43.1% ★, Education 18.9%, Simulation 13.3%, Casual 10.3%, Sandbox 9.3%
- #21 Solar Systems For Kids
82% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: SRM Games
Windows
A family friendly casual game that teaches children about celestial bodies. Learn about the Sun, Earth, Jupiter, and the other celestial bodies that make up our Solar System. You or your child will also be able to create your own Solar System in a sleek and in-depth fashion!
Why similar: Science 44.3% ★, Education 28.6%, Family Friendly 8.2%, Casual 6.9%, Simulation 6.8%
- #22 Rela
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Relavity
Windows · Linux
This program simulates astrophysics, allowing the creation of stellar systems in the void and the experience of being one of the celestial bodies.
Why similar: Science 48.6% ★, Education 29.8%, Simulation 11.7%, Sandbox 7.1%, Indie 1.5%
- #23 Hydrogen Game
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: kakeia
Windows
A falling puzzle game where you drop 118 different elements and aim for a high score. You don't have to know the elements! Can you see the 118th element?
Why similar: Science 60.7% ★, Education 27.5%, Casual 7.6%, Colorful 2.8%, Indie 1%
- #24 Apples Gone Wild Simulator 2025
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OnTriggerJoy
Windows
Apples Gone Wild Simulator lets you play mad scientist with apple DNA. Plant mutated apples, grow experimental trees, and uncover delightfully strange traits from musical fruit to apples that stare into your soul.
Why similar: Science 29.9% ★, Simulation 20.7%, Sandbox 19%, Casual 12.9%, Cute 9.2%
- #25 Breaking Good
80% matchVery Positive88% of 158 reviews2017
Dev: SeekSick6
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 28.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
1 puzzle, 4 views. Grab your test tubes and enter the lab to solve a unique puzzle game based on chemical compounds. Match the chemical elements to get more than 900 different compounds and see how far you can go. Do you have what it takes?
Why similar: Science 49.9% ★, Education 31.4%, Casual 6.5%, Family Friendly 5.8%, Colorful 4.2%
- #26 Atoms and Time
79% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Brain Ranch Games
Windows
Survive, evolve, and adapt in a rapidly changing world. Survive the test of time, and become an integral part of your world's biosphere. Or play God and build a full ecosystem in seconds.
Why similar: Science 53.5% ★, Education 29.1%, Simulation 16.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #27 Alchemy Laboratory: Simulator
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Afk Pixel Studio
Windows
Dive into a world of creation and discovery, where each element combines to form new ones. Experiment freely in this interactive sandbox. But be careful: every combination has its consequences..
Why similar: Science 45.7% ★, Education 22.6%, Sandbox 16.7%, Simulation 9.7%, Casual 2.9%
- #28 XPLORASI3D 2.0
79% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: SYAHIR BAHIRAN BIN HILMIPub: MULTIPDPKIT
Windows
3D Digital Game-Based Learning.
Why similar: Science 51.9% ★, Education 46.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #29 Pretty Buttons
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Valkyrja GamesPub: EINHERJAR ENTERPRISES LLC
Windows
Pretty Buttons makes the buttons on your keyboard do pretty things. Its a visual sensory experience to engage any who need a little engagement.
Why similar: Education 34.7%, Simulation 20.8%, Sandbox 20.1%, Casual 15.8%, Colorful 6%
- #30 SPACE TOW TRUCK - ISAAC NEWTON's Favorite Puzzle Game
78% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: Eric Laflamme
Windows
Control gravity, orbit around black holes, and have fun mastering physics with your car in space! With this educational puzzle game, only your genius and your analytical skills can get you out of trouble after a painful car crash on the Moon!
Why similar: Science 55.9% ★, Education 33.9%, Sandbox 6%, Simulation 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #31 Porusz Umysł PLUS
77% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: LK Avalon
Windows
Aplikacja wspomagająca rozwój dzieci i młodzieży w wieku 7-13 lat. Podnosi umiejętności szkolne, zapobiega deficytom, pomaga osiągać sukcesy, podnosi motywację do zdobywania wiedzy w sposób szybki i trwały. Wydobywa potencjał intelektualny dziecka i rozwija go wszechstronnie.
Why similar: Science 43.9% ★, Education 34.7%, Casual 10.3%, Family Friendly 7.8%, Colorful 3.3%
- #32 Molecule - a chemical challenge
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 28 reviews2018
Dev: a.mighty.dish
Windows
Discover molecules and learn about science in this addictive Sokoban-style puzzle game!
Why similar: Science 59.2% ★, Education 34.6%, Indie 6.3%
- #33 Futuclass Education
76% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Futuclass
Windows
** 10 Chemistry and 1 Physics VR Modules – Available for $7.99 Each! ** Learn STEM through gamified experiences in VR! Co-created with award-winning science teachers, tested with students in classroom and at home.
Why similar: Science 41.5% ★, Education 25.6%, Sandbox 13.7%, Simulation 10.9%, Casual 5.7%
- #34 XPLORASI3D
75% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Syahir Bahiran HilmiPub: MULTIPDPKIT
Windows
3D Digital Game-Based Learning.
Why similar: Science 54.3% ★, Education 44.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #35 WaterMeasure
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Li Zheng
Windows
Given a 5-liter cup and a 3-liter cup, how measure 4 liters of water?
Why similar: Science 54.9% ★, Education 29.4%, Casual 13.8%, Indie 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #36 Project Chemistry
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 212 reviews2021
Dev: Ata TürkoğluPub: Espale Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Interact with elements and molecules in a way that you have never before! Observe them and make them react with each other in the sandbox mode. Synthesize every molecule in the quest mode. Discover countless macromolecules and the elegancy of chemistry.
Why similar: Science 49% ★, Education 26.7%, Sandbox 11.1%, Simulation 7.5%, Cute 4.7%
- #37 Bathtime Toys
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Last Tales
Windows
A creative playground for kids. Assemble simple, but cute 3d puzzle toys to play with. Express yourself by coloring them, and decorate your bathtub. No hard rules to win or lose.
Why similar: Education 21.9%, Simulation 21.1%, Sandbox 17.9%, Casual 15.8%, Family Friendly 10.3%
- #38 Looking Inside Cells
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: NYU CREATE LabPub: New York University
Windows
Looking Inside Cells is a set of interactive Virtual Reality simulations for learning about cellular biology. Users can build cells by arranging their organelles, as well as transform them into specialized cells, such as red blood cells and e. coli bacteria.
Why similar: Science 48.7% ★, Education 34.5%, Simulation 16%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #39 Episode 1: MissionKT
75% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: TheBeamerLLC
Windows · Mac
Just before a meteor crash triggers the ultimate demise of dinosaurs you have a chance to play MissionKT and explore their world. Discover how much stardust you have inherited from T-Rex. Find the hidden treasure. Interact with dinosaurs. Escape from Earth before the meteor seals your fate.
Why similar: Science 56% ★, Education 32.7%, Family Friendly 9.1%, Indie 2.1%
- #40 Satellite Command
73% matchMixed64% of 80 reviews2016
Dev: Stormtide
Windows
Satellite Command is a realistic, relaxing astrophysics simulator. Complete contracts with real data, launch and take control of ever more powerful Satellites, research advanced technology and build your Space Agency!
Why similar: Science 40% ★, Education 24.3%, Sandbox 13.4%, Simulation 8.8%, Casual 5.6%
- #41 Force and Motion
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Nautilus Workshop
Windows
Force and Motion is a physics puzzle game where you apply your knowledge of real physics to solve puzzles in the game.
Why similar: Science 48.8% ★, Education 29.8%, Simulation 11.8%, Casual 8.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #42 Eureka! Superconductor Lab
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GomulGames
Windows
Eureka! Superconductor Lab is a crafting+simulation game where you synthesize materials and witness the astonishing scientific phenomena. Work alongside scholars, science geeks, and your girlfriend to synthesize the Holy Grail of modern physics: a room-temperature superconductor!
Why similar: Science 47.9% ★, Education 20.1%, Simulation 9.7%, Sandbox 8.3%, Casual 6.1%
- #43 Hamstar and the village of sun
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: SUCCESS
Windows
A relaxing “hamster × sandbox” building game where you restore a quiet mountain peak and build a cozy, sunflower-filled hamster village.
Why similar: Education 32.1%, Sandbox 18.3%, Simulation 17.9%, Casual 13.4%, Cute 6.4%
- #44 HoloLAB Champions
72% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Grab your safety goggles and set out on a chemical-burning, liquid-stirring, camera-whirring competition in HoloLAB Champions, a virtual reality chemistry game show.
Why similar: Science 49.3% ★, Education 30.5%, Simulation 10.6%, Family Friendly 5.2%, Colorful 4.2%
- #45 Ecocoru : Euclidean Constructions -- Compass & Ruler
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Sergey Krasnikov
Windows
Ecocoru is a puzzle game where you have to solve compass and ruler construction problems.
Why similar: Science 61.6% ★, Education 22.4%, Simulation 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%, Indie 1.3%
- #46 Sandboxels
67% matchVery Positive95% of 844 reviews2025
Dev: R74n
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Falling-sand sandbox game with 500+ elements, chemistry, fire, life, food, and anything you can imagine.
Why similar: Science 46.3% ★, Education 25.5%, Sandbox 15.4%, Simulation 5.8%, Casual 4.3%
- #47 NBody Gravitation
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Sean Frett
Windows · Linux
Place asteroids and planets and send them orbiting into targets in a physics-based puzzle game where everything attracts everything.
Why similar: Science 45.5% ★, Education 36.2%, Casual 15.9%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #48 PlanetariumVR
71% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: hublab
Windows
Planetarium for VR to learn about the stars, constellations, and deep sky objects from the Messier, Caldwell, Herschel400, NGC, IC, Sharpless, and Arp catalogs. Learn the positions of stars and the Messier objects; play the minesweeper in VR in a polyhedron.
Why similar: Science 45.4% ★, Education 20.2%, Simulation 15.3%, Casual 11%, Family Friendly 4.4%
- #49 GeneEvolution
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SingularPixel
Windows
Gene Evolution is a game that simulates the microscopic world. You can design unique cells, edit their attributes, functions, and intelligence. Then release them into the microscopic world and watch them forage, reproduce, compete, and continually evolve through mutations.
Why similar: Science 29.9% ★, Simulation 19.9%, Education 19.2%, Sandbox 17.1%, Casual 12.5%
- #50 Rat Overflow
67% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: Little Beast Lab
Windows
Rat Overflow is an adorable rat breeding simulator about genetics, glory, and having way too many rats. Develop your show winner bloodlines and breed thousands of unique rat coats!
Why similar: Science 35.4% ★, Simulation 14.3%, Sandbox 14.2%, Education 13.1%, Cute 9.8%
- #51 Odyssey - The Story of Science
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 305 reviews2017
Dev: The Young Socratics
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Odyssey is an enchanting and innovative science adventure game. Help Kai and her family escape their captors on the Wretched Islands - and learn the history of astronomy, mechanics, and scientific reasoning as you read Kai's journal and solve puzzles along the way!
Why similar: Science 60% ★, Education 37%, Indie 3%
- #52 evolution for beginners
70% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Nils Krautkremer
Windows
Evolution For Beginners is an evolution simulation where you can create and cultivate your own species by only using evolutionary mechanics. Watch your creatures multiply like microorganisms in a primeval ocean while only the fittest survive.
Why similar: Science 51.2% ★, Simulation 26.4%, Casual 17.5%, Indie 5%
- #53 Universe Sandbox
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 30,587 reviews2015
Dev: Giant Army
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Create & destroy on an unimaginable scale with a realistic physics-based space simulator. Explore the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Use science to bend the laws of gravity, collide planets, boil away oceans, fire epic space lasers, and customize your universe.
Why similar: Science 44.6% ★, Sandbox 18.9%, Education 17.6%, Simulation 10.5%, Family Friendly 3.9%
- #54 TerraBlocks
68% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: shrubec
Windows · Linux
TerraBlocks is a geography-based puzzle game where you move and rotate drifting continent pieces from the North Pole to their correct places. As you progress, the challenge increases. Test your spatial awareness and geographic knowledge while rebuilding the world!
Why similar: Education 40%, Science 28.7% ★, Simulation 18.4%, Casual 10.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #55 ATCo2
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Rabbit Garden Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
ATCo2 is a casual/serious game for aviation fans that want to learn more about sustainability impacts of aviation. Play as an ATC, control your planes on different locations around the world, and keep an eye on your total CO2 emissions.
Why similar: Science 50.2% ★, Education 31.4%, Casual 9.4%, Family Friendly 7%, Singleplayer 1%
- #56 FireStarter 2
66% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: Arthur Giraud
Windows
FireStarter 2 is a simplified forest fire simulation game that offers a first approach to fire science for all.
Why similar: Science 53.9% ★, Simulation 19.9%, Sandbox 19.5%, Colorful 4.7%, Indie 1.2%
- #57 Da! Russian Quiz
68% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Wholetone Games
Windows
Learn Russian with a quiz that helps you review words and phrases in Russian. Over 3,500 Advanced phrases, 350 Verbs, 1500 nouns and exactly 33 letters for all your learning efforts.
Why similar: Education 66.1%, Simulation 16.7%, Casual 12.8%, Indie 2.7%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #58 Marquito's Arcade - Play while Learning
67% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Megaillusion
Windows
Have fun and learn with this collection of educational games. Each one with different gameplays. Featuring: Cell Works - Chemibot Helps the City - Gaia and the Weather Powers - Super Pizza Delivery - Itchy Earth.More Games will Come!
Why similar: Science 48.2% ★, Education 30.4%, Cute 8.7%, Family Friendly 6.1%, Colorful 4.4%