Games Like Astrox Imperium

Your journey to building a vast space empire begins behind the controls of a single ship. Explore, trade, fight, and build as you rise to command fleets, stations, and entire economies in a living, fully simulated universe that reacts to every decision.

Why similar: Space Sim 29.3%, Space 27.2%, Sandbox 13.1%, Open World 10.8%, Simulation 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep economy and sandbox experience where you can build your own space empire.

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 36.7%, Mining 23.7% ★, Sandbox 16.2%, Open World 11.1%, Sci-fi 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-oriented space sandbox with excellent loot and progression mechanics.

Take control of your own starship and blaze your trail in an ever-changing galaxy. Master the arts of combat, mining and trade or venture out into the unknown across a 1:1 scale universe.

Why similar: Space Sim 38.4%, Space 31.4%, Open World 11.7%, Simulation 6.2%, Sandbox 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for space-sim mining, trading, and exploration in a massive, realistic galaxy.

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 33.1%, Space 27.3%, Sandbox 15.1%, Open World 11.2%, Simulation 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines procedural space exploration with a robust, block-based ship building system.

Embark on a journey to greatness. Get ready for adrenaline-fueled battles and a chance to claim your place in the galaxy. Grab the controls of your ship, gear up for the fight, and unleash your ambition to conquer and build a new empire in the vastness of space.

Why similar: Space Sim 41.7%, Space 27.2%, Mining 17.9% ★, Open World 13.2%

Why You'll Like It: A direct evolution of the space-sim sandbox that adds deep RPG elements and extensive ship customization.

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 31.8%, Space Sim 29.1%, Sandbox 9.8%, Open World 9.7%, Sci-fi 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a hardcore, physics-based mining experience that captures the industrial feel of space work.

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 27.2%, Space 20.1%, Mining 17.2% ★, Sandbox 11.7%, Open World 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that blends space simulation with large-scale strategy and sandbox freedom.

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 47.1%, Space Sim 21.3%, Open World 11.4%, Sci-fi 6.6%, Sandbox 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features an atmospheric, open-world space experience with a focus on trading, combat, and exploration.

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 34.7%, Space 26.7%, Sandbox 12.5%, Open World 10%, Simulation 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A highly detailed, Newtonian physics-based space simulation that rewards mastery of flight mechanics.

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 30.4%, Space Sim 19.4%, Mining 16.2% ★, Sandbox 11%, Simulation 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the seed game, offering a very similar loop of mining and ship progression.

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 41.5%, Space Sim 32.4%, Open World 13.5%, Sci-fi 6.1%, Atmospheric 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and discovery in a sandbox environment with modular ship building.

Interstellar Rift is an open world starship simulator with an emphasis on ship construction and multi-player interaction. Survive in a hostile galaxy with your own custom designed and constructed starship. Invite other players to join your crew or fight them across the galaxy!

Why similar: Space Sim 27.9%, Space 19.2%, Mining 18.9% ★, Sandbox 11.4%, Open World 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space-sim that emphasizes ship construction and survival in a persistent, open-world environment.

Mine and craft your way to orbit, build your own starship and explore a vast, dangerous galaxy alongside your crew. For players who love a meaningful survival progression, a unique and elegant building system, and epic space-opera scale.

Why similar: Space 35.5%, Space Sim 20.8%, Sandbox 15.6%, Simulation 11.6%, Open World 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox game dedicated to complex ship engineering and creative design in space.

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 54.7%, Open World 21.2%, Simulation 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A polished space exploration game that emphasizes loot-driven progression and satisfying combat.

No Man's Sky is a game about exploration and survival in an infinite procedurally generated universe.

Why similar: Space 37.9%, Space Sim 18.3%, Open World 17.1%, Sandbox 11.5%, Sci-fi 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: The ultimate open-world sandbox for exploration, resource gathering, and base building in a procedurally generated universe.

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 42.4%, Space Sim 19%, Sandbox 14.4%, Simulation 12.4%, Sci-fi 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based space simulation that focuses on modular ship building and engineering.

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 50.6%, Space Sim 17.1%, Open World 11.7%, Simulation 6.1%, Sci-fi 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D space sandbox that offers immense freedom in trading, combat, and exploration.

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 31.1%, Space Sim 28.5%, Open World 11.5%, Sandbox 11.4%, Simulation 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends space simulation with fleet management and conquest in a large, open galaxy.

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 42%, Space Sim 17.2%, Open World 13.6%, Sandbox 12.6%, Sci-fi 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features seamless exploration and ship combat in a vast, procedurally generated solar system.

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 50.2%, Sandbox 14.7%, Open World 14.1%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Simulation 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down space sandbox that features deep RPG progression and exploration mechanics.

3030 Deathwar is a unique mix of Adventure and Space Sim. Explore star systems, mine and hunt pirates in top-down mode. Leave your ship and switch into classic Adventuring mode, where you explore derelicts, talk to shady characters or head over to the space bar for a drink.

Why similar: Space 35.3%, Space Sim 20.6%, Open World 10.6%, Sandbox 9.7%, Simulation 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world space adventure that prioritizes player freedom and exploration.

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 37.7%, Space Sim 28.3%, Simulation 9.6%, Sandbox 9.1%, Open World 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG space simulation that includes fleet command and exploration elements.

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 38.6%, Space Sim 22.5%, Sandbox 13.9%, Simulation 10.4%, Sci-fi 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the blue-collar, industrial side of space simulation through detailed ship dismantling.

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 54.7%, Sandbox 26.1%, Open World 8.4%, Sci-fi 4.5%, Indie 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox game focused on modular ship design and emergent faction warfare.

The Last Starship is a 2D space construction game where you design and upgrade your starship. Choose your path: pirate hunter, miner, engineer, spacebus driver, and more, whilst exploring vibrant star systems. Enjoy a growing sandbox world, with regular free updates. Your cosmic adventure awaits!

Why similar: Space Sim 26.6%, Space 23.4%, Mining 21.1% ★, Sandbox 12.5%, Simulation 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused space sandbox that features detailed ship management and construction.

Drifter is an open-world sandbox space trading game with a procedurally-generated galaxy 100,000 light years across made up of tens of thousands of star systems to explore and features an original soundtrack by composer Danny Baranowsky.

Why similar: Space 30.8%, Space Sim 18.4%, Sandbox 14.4%, Simulation 9.7%, Open World 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, indie space sandbox that focuses on the quiet solitude of trading and exploration.

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 49.2%, Sandbox 13.8%, Space Sim 12.1%, Simulation 11.8%, Sci-fi 6%

Why You'll Like It: A sandbox space sim that offers a heavy emphasis on custom ship construction and modular design.

Dynamic abstract sandbox universe. Changes and evolves as you do.

Why similar: Space 42%, Sandbox 16.4%, Space Sim 16.4%, Open World 7.5%, Simulation 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, sandbox-style space game about cosmic evolution and scale.

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 41.3%, Space Sim 24.8%, Simulation 18.5%, Open World 5.7%, Indie 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, retro-futuristic space simulation that emphasizes ship systems and navigation.

Explore the Solar System. Mine and drop asteroids. Colonize and terraform. Lead the space race and compete with other corporations on your way to profit. Watch the expansion of human race over the centuries.

Why similar: Space 29.4%, Space Sim 26.3%, Sandbox 14%, Mining 12.4% ★, Simulation 8.2%

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 57.5%, Simulation 20.8%, Open World 14.6%, Indie 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: An indie space sandbox that centers on exploration and trading in a generated universe.

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 47.3%, Space Sim 32.5%, Simulation 15.5%, Indie 4.7%

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 52.4%, Space Sim 24.8%, Open World 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Indie 3%

The ultimate space sandbox. Participate in epic fleet battles, form alliances, strive to dominate entire galaxies and harness the universe’s resources for your industrious empire or the destruction of others. Customise your experience, the universe is yours!

Why similar: Space 42.3%, Sandbox 19.4%, Space Sim 13.2%, Open World 12.6%, Sci-fi 5.5%

In Spaceflight Simulator, you will get to build your rockets, plan launches and flights, attempt landings, deploy payloads and explore new worlds.

Why similar: Space Sim 35%, Space 29.3%, Sandbox 16.7%, Simulation 8.5%, Open World 4.5%

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 43.8%, Space Sim 20.3%, Simulation 13.5%, Sandbox 8.6%, Sci-fi 7.1%

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 38.6%, Space Sim 24.5%, Simulation 11.5%, Sandbox 9.6%, Open World 8.3%

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 53.2%, Open World 12.4%, Sandbox 9.9%, Simulation 7.5%, Space Sim 7.1%

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 32.7%, Space 24.2%, Sandbox 14.4%, Open World 12.2%, Simulation 7.8%

Space Engineers 2 is a playable Early Access Alpha sandbox focused on engineering, exploration, and colonization in a fully destructible universe. Design and build ships, stations, and planetary bases while uncovering the story of Miro and Ivan Sokol. Help shape the future of the Almagest system.

Why similar: Space 23.7%, Space Sim 20%, Mining 18% ★, Sandbox 13.3%, Open World 9.2%

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 42.2%, Space Sim 33.7%, Open World 9.2%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Simulation 6.5%

Embark on a space voyage with your ragtag crew of civilians in search of a new home. Build spaceships tile by tile, create optimal gas conditions, manage the needs and moods of their crew, encounter other space-faring groups, and explore the universe in this spaceship colony simulation.

Why similar: Space Sim 27.6%, Space 26.9%, Sandbox 14%, Open World 10%, Simulation 8%

Trade your wares and eliminate the competition in a cutthroat world. Buy new ships and stations to mine and haul resources. Explore the vast emptiness of space.

Why similar: Space Sim 46.2%, Space 38.4%, Simulation 11.9%, Indie 3.4%

Build and explore in a true space sandbox survival adventure. Construct mighty capital vessels, sprawling planetary settlements, and vast space stations in your galactic journey to discover the mysteries of Empyrion!

Why similar: Space Sim 29.4%, Space 28.8%, Sandbox 13%, Open World 11.7%, Simulation 9.7%

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 65.7%, Open World 10.4%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Sandbox 8.5%, Indie 4.3%

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 32.6%, Space 21.3%, Sandbox 16.3%, Simulation 14.4%, Open World 7.8%

A relaxing game about space exploration that can be played full screen or at the bottom of your screen. Trade, fight, mine and salvage your way through a procedurally generated galaxy. Let the game idle while your autopilot handles business and builds your fortune.

Why similar: Space 35.1%, Space Sim 27%, Sandbox 18.2%, Simulation 10.1%, Sci-fi 6.7%

Habitat is a physics-based space game where you build, fly, and fight with whatever you can find out in space. Upgrade and arm your creations with weapons and structures you find in orbit, fly and explore using rocket physics.Battle deadly enemies in Campaign Mode to save humanity or explore Sandbox Mode for true creative control.

Why similar: Space 58.4%, Sandbox 19.4%, Simulation 16.5%, Indie 5.8%

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 Sim 32.9%, Space 29.6%, Sandbox 14.4%, Open World 12.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%

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 38%, Space Sim 32.6%, Sandbox 10.3%, Open World 9.8%, Sci-fi 4.5%

Astrometica is a space exploration and base-building survival game. After a catastrophic event, explore vast space, gather resources, build bases, and uncover cosmic mysteries. Use advanced technology, craft tools, and discover new blueprints to survive and thrive in the unknown.

Why similar: Space Sim 43%, Space 29.3%, Open World 14.7%, Sci-fi 6.5%, Simulation 3.1%

Azulgar: Star Commanders is a Sci-Fi open world sandbox game that puts you in a command of your own custom made space ship. Explore aftermath of the Azulgar event that reshaped the face of the solar system.

Why similar: Space 47.2%, Simulation 20.8%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Sandbox 7.1%, Indie 7%

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 Sim 29.6%, Space 24.8%, Mining 21.9% ★, Open World 10.6%, Sci-fi 6.4%

Design and simulate the starships of your dreams! Command your ship or fleet in epic battles and manage your crew while exploring a dangerous galaxy. Play alone or with friends, test your ships in online PvP, and let your imagination reach for the stars!

Why similar: Space Sim 35.1%, Space 34%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Simulation 8.1%, Atmospheric 4.8%

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: Space Sim 28.4%, Space 27.6%, Sandbox 15.4%, Open World 10.3%, Simulation 8.9%

X3: Reunion continues the epic space saga, blending deep space trading and intense real-time combat. Explore a vast universe, establish your empire, and shape the new frontier. With enhanced graphics and intricate economies, it's a journey of strategy, simulation, and interstellar intrigue.

Why similar: Space 39.3%, Space Sim 27.6%, Sandbox 11.1%, Simulation 9%, Open World 6.3%

Start as an asteroid, grow by absorbing other celestial bodies to become a planet, a star, and ultimately a black hole. Experience realistic gravity and orbital physics in an ever-evolving sandbox universe.

Why similar: Space 31.4%, Space Sim 29.5%, Sandbox 13.8%, Simulation 9.1%, Open World 5.8%

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 48.8%, Space Sim 21.4%, Simulation 18.1%, Sci-fi 8%, Indie 3.8%

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 Sim 37%, Space 36.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Open World 5.7%, Indie 5.2%