- #1 R.C. Bot Inc.
97% match9 user reviews33% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: Blue Budgie Studios
Windows
R.C. Bot Inc. presents an entirely new gameplay technique that mirrors real life motion. All gameplay input is used to control Nvidia PhysX interactions such as forces, impulses and joint motors, things that exist in real life, and the entire game is animation and scripting free.
Why similar: Simulation 31.8%, Strategy 21.7%, Robots 14.8%, Action 12.7%, Physics 9.5%
- #2 DangerSpace
96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: VirtualBG
Windows
DangerSpace is a blend of thrilling space sim and tense RTS gameplay. The deliciously heavyweight, physics-driven flight engine gives a new gaming experience.
Why similar: Simulation 24.3%, Strategy 23.7%, Real-Time 19% ★, Indie 10.7%, Space 10%
- #3 Interstellar Pilot 2
94% matchVery Positive92% of 153 reviews2023
Dev: Pixelfactor Ltd.
Windows
The hit mobile game Interstellar Pilot 2 has come to Steam. Join the TEF forces heading to the Gatopean sector to find a new home for mankind. Play how you like in this open world space-sim developed by Pixelfactor.
Why similar: Space Sim 22.6% ★, Simulation 21.5%, Strategy 20.4%, Action 13.9%, Space 8.1%
- #4 Arc Savior
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 29 reviews2019
Dev: Squid Monkey Studios
Windows
Discover a beautiful and brutal universe through three immersive stories. Champion blazing fast dog-fights, Out wit aggressive defense systems and overcome constant overwhelming odds. This is your goal, this is your duty, this is your way of life...
Why similar: Simulation 23.4%, Space Sim 19.3% ★, Flight 15.5%, Action 13%, Indie 9.1%
- #5 Underflow
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Triple Hill InteractivePub: Grindstone
Windows
Explore the strange, underwater world of Underflow as you build your own biomechanical army by capturing enemy nanobots and recruiting them to your side. Use your own lifeforce to attack enemies – and heal allies – in a real-time strategy adventure like no other!
Why similar: Strategy 32.9%, Simulation 32.6%, Action 20.2%, Indie 14.3%
- #6 HIDE AND SEEK
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jamong Inc.Pub: Jamong Inc.
Windows
HIDE AND SEEK is a stealth action FPS game that is similar to popular asymmetric multi-player games in PC and mobile platforms, however, was reinterpreted into VR platform. The asymmetric match of 1 vs 3 is the major feature
Why similar: Strategy 33.5%, Simulation 32.2%, Action 19.6%, Indie 14.6%
- #7 The Battle of Sol
94% matchMixed57% of 102 reviews2015
Dev: Bit Planet Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 23%
The Battle of Sol is an intense space action game where you participate in epic capital ship battles, thrilling dogfights, space station raids, and much more as you liberate humanity's solar system from enemies determined to bring us to its fiery end.
Why similar: Simulation 30.3%, Space Sim 21.8% ★, Action 16.7%, Space 13.7%, Indie 10.2%
- #8 Void Destroyer
93% matchMixed60% of 351 reviews2015
Dev: Iteration 11
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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: Strategy 23.7%, Simulation 22.7%, Space 15.6%, Space Sim 12.5% ★, Action 11.8%
- #9 The Earth Dies Screaming
92% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Salt & Pixel LLC
Windows · Mac
Let's be honest. The end was only a matter of time... So get your space diapers ready. You'll helm the controls of a flying saucer in this alien invasion simulator.
Why similar: Strategy 32.6%, Simulation 32.3%, Action 20.9%, Indie 14.2%
- #10 Soup: the Game
91% matchMixed58% of 59 reviews2016
Dev: Dewdrop Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Soup: The Game is a micro-strategy experience in which you wage war against opposing microorganisms. It features minimalistic, intuitive controls and great depth of unit interaction.
Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, Simulation 32.9%, Action 19.4%, Indie 14.5%
- #11 Tier 1
90% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: 100 Plus Games llc
Windows
Tier 1 is a new take on a 2D space combat simulator. Dogfight in a fast and nimble space fighter, or control interplanetary space using a large lumbering space ship.
Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, Simulation 32.9%, Action 19.4%, Indie 14.5%
- #12 Squirrel Forest
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Squadrant Games
Windows
Deforestation is an apocalypse for squirrels. Only a few trees are left standing. Squirrels are put in danger and forced to act. Two brothers Zen and Ven decide to restore harmony in the forest by uniting fellow survivors and embarking on a journey to replant the forest. They need you to help them!
Why similar: Simulation 34.4%, Strategy 34.1%, Real-Time 16.3% ★, Indie 15.1%
- #13 Fright Light
89% matchMostly Positive80% of 54 reviews2016
Dev: Chris Antoni
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 43.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Experience an intense, strategy dependent game disguised as a cheesy parody of all those jump scare "games" we love to laugh at. Master the art of tracking up to four intruders at once along with timing your flashlight reloads for maximum protection from your enemies.
Why similar: Strategy 33.5%, Simulation 31.6%, Action 19.6%, Indie 15.3%
- #14 礎の楯 -AEGIS-
88% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Kotoshiro
Windows
"AEGIS" The fusion of tower defense and action shmup! "Defense shmup"! You can only fight, build, protect. Defeat the approaching enemy, make friends and protect the core. You will be a shield to protect the foundation core.
Why similar: Strategy 31.6%, Simulation 31.4%, Action 22.4%, Indie 14.5%
- #15 Icarus Starship Command Simulator
87% matchVery Positive90% of 52 reviews2017
Dev: Steven Eric Boyette
Windows
In this "starship command simulator" you will fight your way to the center of a randomly generated galaxy where a massive star is about to go supernova and destroy all life. Can you find a way to stop it?
Why similar: Strategy 33.3%, Simulation 33%, Action 18.6%, Indie 15.1%
- #16 Heliconian - Starship Crew Control
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Octo Mini
Windows · Mac
The essence of the Heliconian is to manage a mixed crew of renegades aboard the starship Heliconian. Manage the crew member’s actions and the ship’s functions to survive as long as possible while exploring the star system in the hopes of earning upgrades and ultimately a safe haven.
Why similar: Strategy 27.6%, Simulation 27.4%, Action 16.1%, Indie 11.8%, Space Sim 8.8% ★
- #17 Cleared For Impact
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blue Flare Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cleared for Impact is a 2D precision flying simulator. Navigate the depths of a hostile world, avoid obstacles, dodge lasers and rescue your crew!
Why similar: Simulation 19.7%, Flight 19.2%, Action 12.6%, Robots 9.7%, Indie 8.3%
- #18 Orbital Salvager
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RG GameDev, LLC
Windows
Orbital Salvager is a 2D space arcade simulation about mastering orbital mechanics to recover salvage ships from planetary orbit and deliver them to a salvage depot on time. Tether and tow salvage in various orbital patterns, manage fuel, and avoid obstacles in the daily and campaign modes.
Why similar: Space Sim 25.6% ★, Flight 20.2%, Simulation 14.6%, Space 13%, Physics 8.3%
- #19 Biotix: Phage Genesis
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 36 reviews2018
Dev: Ten Percent Red
Windows
Immerse yourself in an epic war for survival.
Why similar: Strategy 35.2%, Simulation 30.9%, Action 19%, Indie 14.8%
- #20 Objects in Space
85% matchMixed52% of 612 reviews2019
Dev: Flat Earth GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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: Simulation 24.5%, Strategy 20.6%, Space Sim 15.2% ★, Space 13.9%, Action 12.3%
- #21 Active Crowds
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BuganBoB
Windows
Active Crowds is a physics-based strategy game where you can interact with large groups of people.
Why similar: Simulation 29.8%, Strategy 29.1%, Action 17.6%, Indie 13.1%, Physics 10.4%
- #22 Evolution II: Fighting for Survival
86% matchNegative13% of 24 reviews2015
Dev: LiveItGames LLC
Windows
Evolution II: Fighting for Survival is a real-time action life simulation game. Conquer a world of randomly generated, evolving species.
Why similar: Simulation 34.3%, Strategy 33%, Action 18.4%, Indie 14.4%
- #23 ROD: Revolt Of Defense
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 546 reviews2016
Dev: Rock Wale
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore a random generated space. Find artifacts and treasure maps. Build and develop your base on a flying platform. Attack or defend against enemies and save the universe!
Why similar: Strategy 35.9%, Simulation 33.1%, Action 18.1%, Indie 12.9%
- #24 Steel Rain
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ronis Vision entertainment
Windows
Steel Rain is dynamic and realistic real time strategy, based in World War II era. Developed with passion as the ultimate wargaming sandbox with unlimited modding possibilties. Features unparalleled combination of gameplay fun and realism, with focus on community and modding.
Why similar: Strategy 32%, Simulation 31.8%, Action 18.7%, Real-Time 14.8% ★, Indie 2.7%
- #25 Figure Simulator War
82% matchMostly Positive80% of 99 reviews2019
Dev: H-GIRL
Windows
Battle of siege towers and pushers with cute figure ~~ On the battlefield of strategy games ~~ Playing action games ~~( ◔ ڼ ◔ ) level editor: intuitive and convenient, create your own battlefield, overthrow the level of players
Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, Simulation 32.6%, Action 19.9%, Indie 14.3%
- #26 Starport Delta
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 75 reviews2020
Dev: Cloudfire Studios
Windows
Build amongst the stars in Starport Delta, a light sci-fi strategy game that focuses on survival. Station Commanders across the universe will turn to you for guidance to expand, defend, and survive. Help them build a thriving station, but watch out, there are many dangers hiding in space...
Why similar: Strategy 23%, Simulation 22.6%, Space Sim 15.6% ★, Real-Time 10.9% ★, Indie 9.9%
- #27 Gulf of Aden - Task Force Somalia
84% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2015
Dev: BlewScreen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 99%
In 20 different missions you have to tactically prevent pirates in the Gulf of Aden from attacking and seizing civilian targets. These targets range from oil tankers and drilling platforms to sailing yachts and even disabled pirate mother ships.
Why similar: Strategy 38.5%, Simulation 28.3%, Action 20%, Indie 13.1%
- #28 RoboWorlD tactics
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: DrM@$
Windows · Linux
Feel yourself the creator of artificial intelligence and see how the colony of robots behave!
Why similar: Strategy 24.2%, Simulation 23.2%, Action 14.1%, Robots 12.1%, Indie 10.9%
- #29 Slingshot Pilot
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Denis Selensky
Windows · Linux
Master fast paced gravity manuevers in this arcade space game.
Why similar: Flight 21.9%, Space 13.8%, Simulation 11.7%, Physics 11.4%, Arcade 8.5%
- #30 Hard Vacuum
77% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Syndrome Entertainment
Windows
Hard Vacuum is a single-player space combat game developed from the ground up for virtual reality. Be the pilot of a starfighter with a fully interactive cockpit.
Why similar: Simulation 37.4%, Action 21.7%, Indie 16.1%, Flight 13.2%, Space 7.2%
- #31 Between the Stars
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,427 reviews2024
Dev: Isolated Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 Sim 22.4% ★, Simulation 16.4%, Space 16.2%, Strategy 14.3%, Action 9.6%
- #32 Microcosmum 2
72% matchMixed63% of 136 reviews2024
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
A relaxing strategy game featuring unconventional gameplay. Your objectives include development, evolution, border expansion and protection of your hive.
Why similar: Strategy 19.5%, Simulation 18.2%, Real-Time 17% ★, Action 10.7%, Aliens 9.2%
- #33 Squadron: Sky Guardians
79% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: RSK EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
The game is the story of three Iranian Air Force pilots combatting the enemy as part of simulated operations at three different time periods. The exact coordinates of all simulated settings and combats are accessible through aerial maps. In addition, the entire game setting has been designed using satellite maps.
Why similar: Simulation 35.4%, Action 21.5%, Flight 20%, Indie 16.1%, Arcade 7%
- #34 Colony
78% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: eugeniy_kh
Windows · Mac · Linux
There are 2 colonies on the playing field, one of which you control. You have to improve it, develop it technologically and defeat the enemy.
Why similar: Simulation 31.7%, Strategy 30.9%, Real-Time 23.9% ★, Indie 13.5%
- #35 Prometheus: Omex Rising
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SmultarPub: Smultar Game Development
Windows
PROMΞTHΞUS is a singleplayer/cooperative game that takes place in the distant future, where humanity has taken an endeavor to a distant sci-fi planet, known as Orpheus.
Why similar: Simulation 30.9%, Real-Time 24.9% ★, Action 18.2%, Indie 13.6%, Robots 12.4%
- #36 Space Mercs
76% matchMixed65% of 48 reviews2019
Dev: Bearded Giant Games
Windows · Linux
Space Mercs is an extreme arcade space combat game where the amount of projectiles and lasers on-screen is only toppled by the amount of stars in the universe! Will you be able to complete all the mercenary missions and become the best pilot in the Galaxy?
Why similar: Space Sim 22.1% ★, Flight 16.9%, Action 12.1%, Space 9.6%, Simulation 9.6%
- #37 Form of a Legend
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ascent; Bias
Windows
Form of a Legend is a real time strategy game set on a fantasy world with different races. Build and manage your civilization to make your story a legend.
Why similar: Strategy 33%, Simulation 32.8%, Real-Time 19.8% ★, Indie 14.4%
- #38 Lightspeed
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: MPS LabsPub: Atari
Windows
You're the only human in a huge, robotic space ship, flying at incredible speeds through deep space. Your mission: find and settle a new planet where humanity can thrive. Combat is inevitable, but you'll need more than flying skills to succeed.
Why similar: Flight 25.9%, Space Sim 24.6% ★, Simulation 18.5%, Space 12.4%, Action 9.7%
- #39 Space Elevator Project
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VanilliA Studio
Windows
A simulation sci-fi game where players take on the role of the project manager of a space elevator project. They will progressively achieve project phase goals and ultimately accomplish the ultimate goal of constructing a Mars colonization spacecraft.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.6% ★, Simulation 27%, Strategy 24.8%, Space 8.9%, Physics 5.6%
- #40 Euler Wars
75% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Benderite Games
Windows
Test your flying and design abilities in this challenging 3D space arcade shooter.
Why similar: Simulation 29.4%, Action 17.9%, Space Sim 17.6% ★, Indie 13.3%, Space 9.9%
- #41 XONG VR
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Craig BurgessPub: TREEFORT VR
Windows
Xong - A ball skyrockets back and forth between you and another player. You are in a command center controlling a paddle. You can bounce the play ball towards your opponent by simply positioning yourself in front of it and waiting for it to bounce off you. The goal is to get the xong ball into the competitions goal.
Why similar: Simulation 33.3%, Strategy 32.5%, Action 19.6%, Indie 14.6%
- #42 Infinite Abyss
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Seven Arm Octopus
Windows
Infinite Abyss is a combination of a dynamic game of action with strategic elements in a stylized 2D world. You will play the role of the last living astronaut to survive on a lonely planet.
Why similar: Strategy 35.5%, Action 22.1%, Indie 16%, Aliens 15.5%, Space 10.9%
- #43 The Floor is Lava
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KokashoPub: Cat Launch Studio
Windows
The Floor is Lava is a parkour and adventure game with mountains, rocks and even floating objects that defy the law of physics! But remember, if you fall in the lava. You'll have to do it all again!
Why similar: Simulation 38.7%, Strategy 38%, Action 23.3%
- #44 Lane Drifter
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Lars "Juksefantomet" GravPub: Last Leaf Games
Windows · Linux
A sci-fi arcade dodger where you pilot a ship through asteroid fields using precision, gravity bombs, and mining tools. With no weapons, survive by drifting, dodging, and scoring based on distance and hazards avoided. What else might be lurking in this galaxy?
Why similar: Space Sim 26.7% ★, Simulation 25.5%, Action 16.5%, Flight 15.9%, Arcade 8.7%
- #45 Fantasy Battles
74% matchMixed65% of 158 reviews2018
Dev: FreezeNova
Windows
Fantasy Battles is a strategy game in which you simulate epic battles against the undead.
Why similar: Strategy 38.7%, Simulation 36.2%, Indie 14.9%, Action 8.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #46 FireAirPlan
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: youshaonianstudio
Windows
Shoting!!!
Why similar: Space Sim 25.3% ★, Simulation 25.1%, Strategy 23%, Aliens 10.9%, Space 7.4%
- #47 Disobey - Revolt Simulator
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tunnel Vision Studio
Windows · Mac
"When injustice becomes law, rebellion becomes duty" - Are you ready to lead a Revolt? Disobey is a hybrid game between a real time strategy and a third person action game.
Why similar: Simulation 34%, Strategy 32.7%, Action 19.1%, Indie 14.2%
- #48 Air Guardians
76% matchMixed43% of 180 reviews2015
Dev: Lazy Bum Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Air Guardians is a flight combat game set in the distant future. A world government is attempting to seal their grip on power, and an air force of advanced fighter craft is called upon to fight them. Fly through several different levels, with cut scenes between missions and in game narration.
Why similar: Simulation 37.8%, Flight 24%, Action 17%, Indie 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.5%
- #49 Nimbatus - Drone Creator
70% matchVery Positive90% of 270 reviews2020
Dev: Stray Fawn Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Use the Nimbatus Drone Creator to construct physically simulated drones and try them out in a virtual testing environment. Do you have what it takes to become a drone engineer?
Why similar: Simulation 24.9%, Space Sim 15.4% ★, Action 12.7%, Flight 12.4%, Indie 10.5%
- #50 Slizer Battle Management System
72% matchVery Positive83% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: slizer88
Windows
Single player, sci-fi, minimalist Real Time Tactics game. Strategy without the stress: complex movement, damage, and detection replaces intense micro and economy management. Units are selected and outfitted before battle. Emphasises tactical choices over mechanical skill.
Why similar: Strategy 31.6%, Simulation 28.1%, Real-Time 21.4% ★, Indie 12%, Sci-fi 5.9%
- #51 Rakete
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mario von RickenbachPub: Playables
Windows · Mac · Linux
5 thrusters, one rocket. Can you land it safely? Touch anything and you'll die. Play by yourself or with your friends locally, each player controls a thruster. Let the insanity commence!
Why similar: Space Sim 24.3% ★, Flight 20.1%, Simulation 16%, Action 9.7%, Arcade 7.5%
- #52 EXPLOITATION: Corporate Greed
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JUNE STUDIO
Windows
A third person sandbox action-adventure tactical game that blends in tycoon mechanics. In Exploitation: Corporate Greed, you take the helm of a small intergalactic company, tasked in carving your path to becoming a galactic conglomerate in a universe where only the ruthless survive.
Why similar: Strategy 33.2%, Simulation 32.9%, Action 19.4%, Indie 14.5%
- #53 X: Tension
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 135 reviews2010
Dev: Egosoft
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 15%
X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game.
Why similar: Simulation 27.3%, Space Sim 23.7% ★, Strategy 19%, Space 14.7%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #54 Gunman And The Witch
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 188 reviews2020
Dev: Phun Peeticharoenthum
Windows
Wild West City-Builder meets Top-Down Shooter! Challenge your shooting and management skills in this 2D indie game.
Why similar: Strategy 33.1%, Simulation 31.1%, Action 20.6%, Indie 15.1%
- #55 GravBoost
57% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Emergent Dynamics Studio
Windows
In GravBoost, gravity is your greatest ally and your deadliest foe. Master the art of the gravitational slingshot to intercept orbital targets. Manage your fuel and time wisely in this physics-driven space sim where precision is the only way to survive the cosmic pull.
Why similar: Space Sim 28% ★, Simulation 21.9%, Flight 18.9%, Physics 13.7%, Space 8.5%
- #56 PeriAreion
73% matchMostly Negative40% of 63 reviews2015
Dev: Explorasaurus Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Prepare for the ultimate test of survival! Do you have the skill necessary to build and manage the first sustainable extraterrestrial colony, or will your colonists become mere footnotes in the history of human space exploration? Their lives and legacies are in your hands!
Why similar: Strategy 38.4%, Simulation 37.5%, Indie 16.8%, Space 7.4%
- #57 nan
59% matchNo user reviews
Windows
Fight against weird purple objects with no end goal!
Why similar: Simulation 35.5%, Strategy 34.5%, Indie 16.1%, Action 13.9%