- #1 Crashed Lander
97% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2015
Dev: Don WhitakerPub: Brain Blinks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Outwit gravity, race the clock, explore new worlds.Crashed lander is a gravity-based arcade game inspired by classics like Lunar Lander and Space Taxi. You'll pilot your craft from pad to pad trying to beat your best time – then flirt with that fine line between speed and control.
Why similar: Physics 44.6%, Arcade 44.6%, Indie 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on physics-based flight and landing challenges within a retro-inspired, low-poly environment.
- #2 Lunar Flight
96% matchVery Positive81% of 675 reviews2012
Dev: Shovsoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A modern take on the classic arcade game, Lunar Lander, Lunar Flight extends the experience to a fully fictionalized and accessible lunar module simulator
Why similar: Flight 46.7%, Space 34.1%, Physics 15.5%, Indie 3.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive physics-based lunar lander experience that perfectly captures the tension of precise gravity-based flight.
- #3 Lunar Lander Beyond
96% matchMixed46% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Dreams UncorporatedPub: Atari
Windows
Guide a roster of colorful pilots, eclectic advisors and state-of-the-art landers through a taxing series of missions. Deliver cargo, retrieve resources, and rescue stranded pilots as you navigate a mysterious universe of moons and planets.
Why similar: Flight 47.7%, Exploration 13.8%, Space 12%, Sci-fi 9%, 2D 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern, stylized reimagining of the classic lander genre that mirrors the core flight and exploration loop of the seed game.
- #4 Last Horizon
95% matchVery Positive81% of 260 reviews2015
Dev: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 104.8 hrs≥1hr: 32%
A minimal space exploration and survival game. Pilot the last vessel of a fallen civilization into the vast unknown, in search of a new world to call home.
Why similar: Space 40.4%, Exploration 20.4%, Action 14.1%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, 2D space exploration game that emphasizes fuel management and precise movement through dangerous gravity wells.
- #5 Gravity Ace
94% matchPositive97% of 33 reviews2022
Dev: Crowfriend
Windows · Linux
Gravity Ace is a 2D twin-stick where you fight gravity in space caves. Descend into dark caverns, fly and blast your way past enemies, retrieve the reactor core and make your escape, all while fighting the deadly embrace of crushing gravity. Do you have what it takes, pilot?
Why similar: Arcade 19.1%, Physics 17.6%, Sci-fi 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Space 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A precision-based 2D cave-flyer that requires careful navigation and mastery of momentum to survive tight, dangerous spaces.
- #6 Exo One
94% matchVery Positive90% of 5,125 reviews2021
Dev: ExbleativePub: Future Friends Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
A strange signal... an alien craft... an interplanetary, gravity-defying journey through space and time.
Why similar: Flight 41.1%, Space 19.6%, Physics 13.9%, Exploration 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar atmospheric, momentum-based flight experience through alien landscapes that emphasizes smooth, continuous motion.
- #7 Race The Sun
93% matchVery Positive93% of 6,344 reviews2013
Dev: Flippfly LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
You are a solar-powered craft. The sun is your death timer. Hurtle towards the sunset at breakneck speed in a futile race against time. Delay the inevitable by catching speed boosts which reverse the setting sun - if only for a moment. Don't crash, stay in the light, and don't slow down!
Why similar: Noir 41.3%, Racing 39.7%, Arcade 14.8%, Action 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the high-speed, arcade-racing-against-the-clock element with a minimalist, space-themed aesthetic.
- #8 Star Racer
90% matchVery Positive94% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Whatnot Games
Windows · Mac
Soar through concrete and cosmos in Star Racer, a retro-infused combat racer. Defy gravity, conquer wild Event Races, master the course editor, and crush the competition by any means necessary!
Why similar: Racing 24.8%, Flight 23.5%, Space 10.4%, Arcade 9.5%, Futuristic 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on retro-style arcade racing that features a strong pixel-graphics aesthetic and fast-paced gameplay.
- #9 Terra Lander Remastered
92% matchMixed58% of 224 reviews2015
Dev: DM MediaPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 18%
Navigate the player to the landing pad through twenty increasingly difficult levels within the time limit and with enough fuel.
Why similar: Arcade 40.1%, Casual 20.8%, Indie 20.4%, Retro 18.6%
Why You'll Like It: A direct homage to classic lunar lander arcade games that focuses on challenging gravity mechanics and precision landing.
- #10 Orbital Racer
91% matchMixed44% of 110 reviews2017
Dev: Paweł DywelskiPub: Feel Good Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 36%
A unique combination of space and racing sims. Choose between fast-paced, explosive action or more realistic simulation where drifting around every corner becomes more than just a gimmick - it's a necessity. Race around distinct locations such as the rings of Saturn or orbital city on Venus.
Why similar: Racing 49.7%, Flight 33.3%, Space 10.9%, Indie 2.6%, Action 2%
Why You'll Like It: A space-based racing game that captures the intersection of flight simulation and arcade racing mechanics.
- #11 PixelJunk™ Shooter Ultimate
91% matchVery Positive88% of 240 reviews2015
Dev: Q-Games Ltd.Pub: Double Eleven
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
CAN YOU SAVE THE SCIENTISTS ON APOXUS PRIME?PixelJunk™ Shooter Ultimate is a twin-stick shooter with equal elements of action and puzzle solving.
Why similar: Physics 54.8%, Action 45.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, physics-based cave exploration and combat that mirrors the environmental interaction found in the seed.
- #12 Galactic Lander
89% matchVery Positive92% of 118 reviews2018
Dev: ZeroByter Games
Windows
Inspired by the classic arcade Lunar Lander game, in Galactic Lander you control a delicate scientific spaceship which you must deliver from point A to point B, either alone, or with a friend in a co-op level, potentially made by the game's own Steam Workshop community!
Why similar: Real-Time 55.4% ★, Space 20.4%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Casual 5.8%, 2D 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward 2D lander game that emphasizes gravity-based navigation and retro arcade sensibilities.
- #13 Interstate Drifter 2000
89% matchVery Positive97% of 71 reviews2021
Dev: Ultimo Games
Windows
Drift through the interstates and sideroads of this open game world, win street races and try to avoid traffic and police.
Why similar: Racing 57.1%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 6.1%, Futuristic 4.4%, Arcade 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the arcade racing and action-adventure focus found in the seed game with a distinct retro-inspired presentation.
- #14 Neodori Forever
88% matchMostly Positive79% of 70 reviews2022
Dev: StrobetanoPub: Crescent Moon Games
Windows · Mac
A blistering high speed retro racing game with low poly 3d pixelart.
Why similar: Racing 44.3%, Arcade 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Physics 11.4%, Action 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, arcade-style racer that captures the retro-pixel energy and fast-paced action of the seed game.
- #15 Vecter
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,929 reviews2020
Dev: Taranasus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Get in your ship, push the throttle to max, and try not to die. Daily leaderboards where your name stays forever if you're good enough. Custom colors, custom music, YouTube in-game. It's free. What are you waiting for?
Why similar: Racing 67%, Arcade 24.4%, Action 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, retro-styled arcade racer that shares the seed's visual intensity and focus on reflex-based flight.
- #16 Distance
86% matchVery Positive92% of 7,482 reviews2018
Dev: Refract
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 27.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Distance is an atmospheric racing platformer. Fusing futuristic arcade racing with parkour, survive a deadly, mysterious, neon-drenched city by jumping, rotating, and flying.
Why similar: Racing 62.5%, Futuristic 15.3%, Arcade 8.5%, Sci-fi 7%, Action 4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines arcade racing with survival and physics-based flight in a stylized, neon-noir environment that feels like a modern evolution of the genre.
- #17 Desert Child
87% matchMixed56% of 350 reviews2018
Dev: Oscar BrittainPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
You are a hungry, young hoverbike racer who needs to get off Earth before it E-X-P-L-O-D-E-S. Hunt bounties, throw races, and do whatever you can to get to Mars and win the Grand Prix.
Why similar: Racing 37.7%, Space 14.3%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Arcade 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique retro-pixel aesthetic and arcade-style racing mechanics that capture the same adventurous spirit as the seed.
- #18 Space Expedition
85% matchVery Positive93% of 181 reviews2023
Dev: Mobirate
Windows · Mac
Space Expedition is a 2D sci-fi platformer where you play as an astronaut who is sent to a space station to collect samples of mysterious dark matter. Space Expedition combines puzzle platforming, pixel art, and atmospheric adventures set in the style of 1980s sci-fi horror films.
Why similar: Space 24.8%, Exploration 21%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Physics 14.4%, 2D 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer with strong exploration elements and a retro-pixel art style that feels very similar to the seed's atmosphere.
- #19 LUNARK
84% matchVery Positive88% of 330 reviews2023
Dev: Canari GamesPub: WayForward
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!
Why similar: Sci-fi 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 18.3%, Exploration 14.4%, Retro 14.4%, Action 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, pixel-art adventure that captures the atmospheric, retro-adventure feel and exploration focus of the seed.
- #20 Superflight
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,523 reviews2017
Dev: GrizzlyGames
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Superflight is an intense, easy to learn wingsuit game with an infinite number of beautiful procedurally generated maps. A great game to relax for half an hour and chase your latest highscore!
Why similar: Flight 61.3%, Racing 11.8%, Physics 6.2%, Arcade 5.1%, Exploration 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the pure joy of flight and exploration in a stylized, arcade-like environment where speed is your greatest asset.
- #21 A Glider's Journey
83% matchMixed64% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Emma Franklin
Windows
A Glider's journey is a short, minimalist, yet very challenging flight game. The goal is simple: Glide to the next landing zone and regain forward momentum along the way by collecting boosts.
Why similar: Flight 37.3%, Racing 17.5%, Physics 10.3%, Action 7.8%, Arcade 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the physics of flight and exploration in a casual, arcade-like setting that emphasizes smooth movement.
- #22 Interstate Drifter 1999
81% matchVery Positive95% of 318 reviews2020
Dev: Ultimo Games
Windows
Drift between the states, collect bits, beat rivals and get a high score.
Why similar: Racing 43.5%, Arcade 15%, Exploration 12.1%, Futuristic 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An experimental, 2D arcade racer that shares the retro exploration focus and arcade-style progression.
- #23 Stellar 2D
82% matchMixed41% of 975 reviews2015
Dev: quad gamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Stellar 2D is a retro style space arcade game, it's a 2D game in a 3D world. With an addictive, fast paced, casual game-play style.
Why similar: Indie 35.4%, Action 32.8%, 2D 16%, Casual 15.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D space shooter that mirrors the retro-arcade aesthetic and space-themed exploration of the seed.
- #24 WaveLand
81% matchVery Positive87% of 75 reviews2017
Dev: rologfos
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Enter a world of speed, inspired by platform fighters. Explore the hub and wavedash your way to the top of the leaderboards! New Dark Levels!
Why similar: Racing 74%, Action 12%, Adventure 9.5%, Indie 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A momentum-based platformer that shares the arcade racing and movement-focused gameplay mechanics.
- #25 Don't Crash
77% matchVery Positive99% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Override Studio
Windows · Mac
Don't Crash is a fast-paced space survival dodging game. Pilot the Argo explorer through shifting cosmic hazards, using speed, sharp turns to escape meteors and storms. Survival depends solely on skill as threats escalate. Push farther, chase higher scores, and seek the hidden Haven Sector.
Why similar: Racing 28.9%, Flight 27.3%, Space 11.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Futuristic 8.4%
- #26 Procrastinaut
78% matchVery Positive86% of 76 reviews2024
Dev: cptbuk
Windows
Stranded for unknown reasons in the lower orbit of a purple gas giant, you are kind of just chilling out. You should probably get on with your mission. There's still plenty of time, though.
Why similar: Space 32.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Sci-fi 13.5%, 2D 11.5%, Adventure 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D space platformer that shares the retro-pixel aesthetic and exploration-heavy gameplay loop.
- #27 Space Impossible
80% matchVery Positive95% of 141 reviews2016
Dev: Happy Polygon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take control of a fully destructible spaceship and explore, blast or trade your way through the cosmos, alone or with friends. Every tile matters, as you dogfight, maneuver or speed your way past friendly traders, hostile aliens, and impressive space navies. What will you do, Captain?
Why similar: Space 29.6%, Action 25.1%, Adventure 22.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Indie 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: An indie space adventure that emphasizes exploration and physics-based action in a 2D environment.
- #28 Deep Space Exploitation
74% matchVery Positive96% of 108 reviews2025
Dev: JuhrJuhr
Windows
Deep Space Exploitation is a space mining game featuring 2D physics, fully destructible asteroids, and a story of survival under an exploitative corporation. Use your equipment wisely, upgrade your ship, and make difficult decisions to secure your future!
Why similar: Flight 24.6%, Physics 14.7%, Space 12.2%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Arcade 9.1%
- #29 High On Racing
79% matchMixed46% of 277 reviews2015
Dev: SilentFuture
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
High On Racing is an unique Retro Arcade Style Tactical Racing Game that will warp you into the sky to race against the time.
Why similar: Racing 97%, Indie 3%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, arcade-style racing game that aligns with the seed's focus on speed and arcade-style competition.
- #30 Power Hover
77% matchVery Positive90% of 326 reviews2017
Dev: ODDROK
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Take control of the hoverboarding robots, explore the desolate world, defy gravity, dive into the oceans and ride with the sandworms on the dunes! Stylish graphics and groovy soundtrack will take you to an epic adventure in this action/racing game.
Why similar: Racing 77.7%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Indie 3.4%
- #31 Grocket
76% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2022
Dev: NoobedidoobPub: Noobuddies
Windows · Linux
Grocket is a minimalist, precision-based adventure and puzzle game. To survive in space, you not only have to escape numerous dangers, but also prove your skills at playing with and against other players.
Why similar: Racing 23.9%, Space 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Physics 12.8%, Retro 12%
- #32 Sector Space
73% matchVery Positive96% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: Robin M. FarrellPub: Outer Vision Games
Windows · Linux
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: Exploration 25.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Space 15.4%, 2D 10.4%, Sci-fi 10.2%
- #33 Deliver Us The Moon
74% matchVery Positive88% of 9,052 reviews2019
Dev: KeokeN InteractivePub: Wired Productions
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Moon has gone dark, cutting off Earth’s last source of energy. As a lone astronaut, you’ll explore abandoned lunar bases, solve intricate puzzles, and navigate stunning zero-gravity environments. Operate advanced vehicles, uncover hidden truths, and survive in this gripping sci-fi thriller.
Why similar: Space 38.6%, Sci-fi 19.6%, Adventure 14.7%, Action 11.8%, Exploration 8.2%
- #34 Grav Blazer Squared
78% matchMixed40% of 85 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 11%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Space 24.5%, Arcade 22.5%, Sci-fi 17%, Retro 10.4%, 2D 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D arcade shooter that captures the intensity and retro-style of the seed game through fast-paced action.
- #35 Cloak and Dasher
75% matchVery Positive100% of 50 reviews2020
Dev: Spirit Stone Studio LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become a lightning fast thief in this fast-paced platformer about looting ancient ruins with speed and style!
Why similar: Racing 62.8%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 10.8%, Indie 5.1%, Arcade 3%
- #36 Rocket Assault: Downhill Rush
73% matchVery Positive92% of 240 reviews2023
Dev: Giovanni Elgert
Windows
Fast-paced racing game based on Rocket League mechanics, race against players from all over the world, defeat them to rank up in the leaderboards and get special items to show off your skills
Why similar: Racing 33.8%, Flight 33.7%, Arcade 12.2%, Futuristic 9.4%, Action 5.1%
- #37 Eventide Matter
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 772 reviews2025
Dev: Ottropi Games
Windows
A 2D space mining adventure. Mine exotic resources, unlock powerful equipment, and fend off relentless enemies to build an inter-dimensional portal, the last hope of salvation for your civilization.
Why similar: Space 26.4%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Futuristic 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Exploration 10.1%
- #38 Interkosmos
75% matchVery Positive80% of 422 reviews2017
Dev: Ovid Works
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 88.3 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Interkosmos is an arcady astronaut adventure in VR. Brace yourself for a rush of hectic gameplay to challenge your inner cosmonaut, and a fun story full of twists and Cold War absurdities.
Why similar: Flight 41.4%, Space 28.1%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 11.2%, Indie 4.9%
- #39 Cyber OutRun
76% matchMostly Negative33% of 76 reviews2019
Dev: Kerim Kumbasar
Windows
Cyber OutRun a pursuit racing game where the main goal is to reach the highest heat level and avoid getting arrested. Enjoy the experience of driving retro-futuristic visual atmosphere with Synthwave soundtrack!
Why similar: Racing 73.4%, Action 10%, Adventure 8.5%, Casual 4.5%, Indie 3.6%
- #40 Moon Mystery
71% matchMixed66% of 685 reviews2024
Dev: CosmoscoutsPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The Moon's haunted - and when an astronaut loses contact with Earth, the adventure begins in full. Fill up your oxygen, load up the guns, and set out on an interstellar FPS adventure across the stars, filled with puzzles, fights, exploration, and strange secrets of the universe.
Why similar: Space 33.2%, Sci-fi 22.7%, Exploration 17.2%, Adventure 11.3%, Action 8.2%
- #41 VOYAGER
71% matchVery Positive95% of 167 reviews2023
Dev: Planetary Gears
Windows · Linux
Come with us now on a journey through music and space... To the world of VOYAGER ◯∘ A minimalist, relaxing & atmospheric experience to chill out to for a while…
Why similar: Noir 28.3%, Space 20%, Physics 13.5%, Exploration 10.5%, Arcade 10.3%
- #42 Shortest Trip to Earth
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,426 reviews2019
Dev: Interactive Fate
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Spaceships 31.4% ★, Space 25.5%, Sci-fi 15.8%, Exploration 13.6%, 2D 4.7%
- #43 Space Rocket
73% matchMixed54% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: RewindApp
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Set off to conquer space with Space Rocket, an ultra addictive rocket game!
Why similar: Arcade 28.6%, Pixel Graphics 22.6%, Casual 14.9%, 2D 12.5%, Indie 11.8%
- #44 Jitter
67% matchVery Positive86% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: Berko Games
Windows
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 21.4%, Physics 15.6%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Exploration 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
- #45 ArcRacer
69% matchVery Positive95% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: foxel_
Windows · Mac · Linux
ArcRacer is a fast-paced, aggressive, and stylistic anti-gravity racer. Inspired by classic series such as F-Zero and WipEout, ArcRacer aims to provide a fresh new challenge for genre veterans, while also creating an accessible and engaging experience for newcomers.
Why similar: Racing 41.7%, Futuristic 15.8%, Arcade 12.6%, Space 9.2%, Retro 7.2%
- #46 Jett Rider
68% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Last Chicken GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.
Why similar: Exploration 17.5%, Futuristic 13.9%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Arcade 12.9%, Retro 9.8%
- #47 Cybarian: The Time Travelling Warrior
71% matchMixed60% of 443 reviews2018
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.
Why similar: Sci-fi 19%, Arcade 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Retro 12.5%, Futuristic 10.9%
- #48 Moon Runner
69% matchVery Positive86% of 283 reviews2022
Dev: Fractal Interactive
Windows
You are tasked with urgent maintenance on a small moon. Find the monoliths and manage your survival to complete your mysterious assignment.
Why similar: Space 34.3%, Exploration 31.5%, Sci-fi 23.6%, Action 10.7%
- #49 Cosmic Pioneer
72% matchMixed52% of 83 reviews2017
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Navigate through space and successfully land your spacecraft without crashing. Cosmic Pioneer is heavily inspired by the classic Moon Lander game. Traverses the galaxy made of randomly generated levels filled with various hazards, keep track of your ships condition and aim for the highest score.
Why similar: Indie 68.6%, Casual 31.4%
- #50 Hyper Space
67% matchVery Positive100% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Fennec Game Studio
Windows
Hyper Space is a “Dodge ’Em Up” Arcade game. Collect stars while avoiding space hazards to reach the highest score, unlock new skins, compete with your friends and travel through space to the most distant galaxies.
Why similar: Spaceships 30.6% ★, Space 23.9%, Arcade 17.4%, Retro 11.5%, Action 6.7%
- #51 Nomad Fleet
70% matchMixed67% of 212 reviews2016
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Nomad Fleet is a RTS game where you must lead the last remnants of Mankind to safety after a mysterious alien race has hunted them near extinction. Lead a fully armed fleet of battleships, carriers and fighters through a series of randomized scenarios and encounters where they must fight for their survival while scavenging for resources,...
Why similar: Real-Time 54.1% ★, Space 23.4%, Sci-fi 13%, Strategy 5.3%, Indie 3.2%
- #52 REAL MOON
66% matchMixed68% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: historia Inc.
Windows
Explore a precisely recreated lunar surface built from real data and a JAXA-backed simulation.
Why similar: Space 51.8%, Exploration 35.2%, Adventure 9.4%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #53 Distant Space
68% matchVery Positive86% of 2,983 reviews2016
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Space 28.3%, Arcade 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Retro 8%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #54 Elon Simulator 2019
68% matchVery Positive81% of 495 reviews2019
Dev: SRS Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The year is 2019.. There is a loong way to the Mars.
Why similar: Racing 45.7%, Flight 20.8%, Space 9.1%, Action 7%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #55 Nova-111
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 179 reviews2015
Dev: Funktronic Labs
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Pilot your trusty orange vessel in this quirky sci-fi strategy game that cleverly mixes turn-based and real-time gameplay. Your mission: fix space-time and recover all the scientists lost in the aftermath of the Universe's Greatest Science Experiment.
Why similar: Space 31.1%, Sci-fi 29%, Exploration 21.6%, 2D 9.8%, Strategy 4.5%
- #56 Voyager-19
64% matchVery Positive88% of 941 reviews2024
Dev: MizizizizPub: Deep Root Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short horror game where you control a decaying spacecraft exploring distant star systems.
Why similar: Space 32.5%, Sci-fi 21.2%, Exploration 15.4%, Retro 14%, 2D 6.4%
- #57 Star Nomad
70% matchMixed60% of 50 reviews2014
Dev: Huy Phan
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Explore, trade, fight & plunder in this tribute to classic sandbox spacesims of old.
Why similar: Strategy 56.4%, Indie 43.6%
- #58 Super Arcade Racing
67% matchVery Positive94% of 94 reviews2019
Dev: OutOfTheBit Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bring back the 80s! Classic top-down retro-racing with a gripping story mode, local and online multiplayer and leaderboard. Customise your car and race through more than 60 tracks on several biomes, defeat dodgy rivals and uncover a gripping mystery. Pure arcade fun with an 80s-inspired OST.
Why similar: Racing 47.6%, Arcade 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Retro 12%, 2D 6.3%