- #1 Battlevoid: Harbinger
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,057 reviews2016
Dev: Bugbyte Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Battlevoid: Harbinger is a hard sci-fi space exploration game blending roguelike, turn-based, star map strategy, and real-time space battles. You are a young commander venturing out into enemy territories, to unknown galaxies, never knowing what you will face as you jump out from hyperspace.
Why similar: Space 35.8%, Strategy 20.3%, Real-Time with Pause 13.6% ★, Simulation 12.9%, Action 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this title shares the core tactical space combat and roguelike progression mechanics.
- #2 Dust Fleet
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Orbiting DiscoPub: indie.io
Windows
Assume command of a battle fleet and deploy immediately to the Dust Zone, commander. Our main food supply station has gone dark and the United Earth Nations (UEN) needs to know why in this 4X RTS space sim. Manage your ships, control space stations, and watch your back.
Why similar: Real-Time 23.6% ★, Space 18.9%, Real Time Tactics 12.3%, Strategy 11.6%, Tactical 9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical space RTS that emphasizes fleet composition and real-time maneuvering in a sci-fi setting.
- #3 Sins of a Solar Empire II
95% matchVery Positive84% of 8,167 reviews2024
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.
Why similar: Space 29.4%, RTS 21.8%, Real-Time 16.4% ★, Strategy 15.1%, Tactical 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for real-time space strategy, offering deep tactical combat and large-scale fleet engagements.
- #4 Nomad Fleet
96% 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: Space 23.7%, Real-Time 22.6% ★, Strategy 22%, RTS 16.6%, Indie 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D space RTS that mirrors the tactical fleet management and survival focus of Sector Siege.
- #5 Particle Fleet: Emergence
94% matchVery Positive92% of 1,261 reviews2016
Dev: Knuckle Cracker
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Build and design your own fleets and stand opposed to the Particulate in this physics/strategy/RTS/fleet hybrid. Build partially destructible and self repairing ships that interact with enemies less controlled by some scripted logic and more driven by a real time massive physics particle simulation.
Why similar: Strategy 20.1%, Space 19.3%, Real-Time with Pause 17.9% ★, RTS 17.2%, Simulation 13%
Why You'll Like It: A unique RTS that focuses on tactical positioning and managing fluid-like enemy swarms in space.
- #6 Homeworld 3
94% matchMixed41% of 8,530 reviews2024
Dev: Blackbird InteractivePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 58.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Tactical, beautiful, and wholly unique, the GOTY-winning sci-fi RTS returns with Homeworld 3. Assume control and battle through fleet combat in dazzling, fully 3D space while the award-winning story unfolds on a galactic scale.
Why similar: Space 24%, RTS 22.9%, Real-Time 19.4% ★, Strategy 12.2%, Tactical 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features iconic 3D tactical space combat that rewards positioning and strategic unit usage.
- #7 NEBULOUS: Fleet Command
92% matchVery Positive81% of 3,819 reviews2022
Dev: Eridanus IndustriesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 30.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Take command of your hand-tailored fleet of space warships and use realistic radar, electronic warfare, advanced movement controls in 3D space, and precision targeting to outmaneuver and outwit your opponents in a simulation-heavy tactical space game like no other.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 34.8% ★, RTS 23.3%, Strategy 15%, Tactical 13.3%, Simulation 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a highly realistic and deep tactical experience focused on fleet command and electronic warfare.
- #8 Ancient Space
93% matchMixed44% of 365 reviews2014
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.
Why similar: Space 35.6%, RTS 27.8%, Strategy 25.4%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Exploration 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical space RTS that focuses on mission-based combat and ship upgrades.
- #9 Galaxy Reavers
91% matchMixed70% of 204 reviews2016
Dev: Good Games
Windows
This is a fun yet challenging RTS game. To survive in the vast galaxy, you need to build up your own fleet and customize your warships. You will also learn to control them efficiently in battle to defeat your enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire!
Why similar: Space 34.1%, Strategy 26.4%, RTS 26.1%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Indie 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A direct comparison in terms of top-down tactical space combat and real-time fleet management.
- #10 SPACECOM
91% matchMixed68% of 527 reviews2014
Dev: Flow CombinePub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
SPACECOM – a strategic-to-the-bone, starfleet command game in which deception, smart movement, and choices to battle decide victory or defeat.
Why similar: RTS 29%, Space 17.2%, Strategy 15.1%, Real-Time 13% ★, Tactical 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, tactical-focused space strategy game that strips away 4X bloat to focus on movement and combat.
- #11 Void Destroyer
90% 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: Space 28.4%, Strategy 20.1%, Simulation 16.2%, RTS 15.7%, Action 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Blends space simulation with RTS elements, allowing for both direct pilot control and fleet command.
- #12 Gratuitous Space Battles
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 874 reviews2009
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The first ever auto-battler game, from way back in 2009Who needs backstory? Who needs resource-gathering? Diplomacy is so last year. Gratuitous Space Battles cuts right to the chase of sci-fi strategy games, and deals with large, completely unjustified space battles between huge opposing space fleets.
Why similar: Space 28.5%, Strategy 19.9%, RTS 12.6%, Simulation 10%, Sci-fi 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the tactical design of fleets and the observation of large-scale space engagements.
- #13 Cosmoteer: Starship Architect & Commander
85% matchVery Positive95% of 12,431 reviews2022
Dev: Walternate Realities
Windows
Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 40.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Real-Time with Pause 26.1% ★, Space 24.2%, Strategy 12.6%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Simulation 9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines intricate ship design with real-time tactical combat, perfect for players who enjoy customizing their fleet.
- #14 Haegemonia: Legions of Iron
89% matchMixed68% of 101 reviews2014
Dev: Digital RealityPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 27%
From the makers of the award-winning Imperium Galactica 1 and 2 games, discover a powerful space-opera like RTS game.
Why similar: Space 32.1%, RTS 26.5%, Strategy 25.7%, Action 6.4%, Indie 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic space RTS that balances tactical combat with strategic fleet deployment.
- #15 Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy
88% matchMostly Positive74% of 159 reviews2015
Dev: Black Lab GamesPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Take command of Naval Strike Group 7 and lead your fleet to victory in full 3D tactical space combat. Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a sci-fi strategy saga that will test your skills as both capital assault ship Captain and naval fleet Commander.
Why similar: Space 32.5%, Strategy 28%, Simulation 19.2%, Tactical 12.2%, Sci-fi 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical space combat game that emphasizes mission-based objectives and ship-to-ship positioning.
- #16 Distant Worlds 2
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,478 reviews2022
Dev: CodeForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 42.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.
Why similar: Space 29%, Strategy 27.1%, Simulation 20.3%, Real-Time with Pause 11.8% ★, Sci-fi 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: While more expansive, it offers deep tactical combat mechanics for players who enjoy managing large-scale space conflicts.
- #17 Space Reign
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 377 reviews2026
Dev: Propulsive Games
Windows
An indie space-sim and strategy game featuring ship and fleet combat mixed with RTS elements. Complete contracts and Claim sectors for your faction in the near-future, where resource exploiting corporations are in a state of constant conflict over territory control.
Why similar: Space 25%, RTS 18.8%, Real Time Tactics 16.4%, Strategy 11.5%, Sci-fi 8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical space simulation that emphasizes real-time fleet combat and ship customization.
- #18 Nexus - The Jupiter Incident
86% matchVery Positive86% of 1,053 reviews2007
Dev: Mithis GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Ambitious megacorporations monopolize the conquest of space and the colonization of the solar system. At the very edge of the solar system, the companies make a discovery that will shift the technological advantage and upset the balance. And so a new conflict is born: "The Jupiter Incident."
Why similar: Space 29.5%, Strategy 17.7%, RTS 16.1%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Simulation 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep tactical control over individual ships during intense real-time space battles.
- #19 Drone Swarm
84% matchMixed63% of 334 reviews2020
Dev: stillalive studiosPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Drone Swarm is a very unique take on tactical games. Control 32,000 drones in quick, fast-paced fights. Combine your swarm abilities and counter constantly evolving attacks of your opponents. Survive varying enemy waves, get upgrades to your swarm, and make it to the next system alive!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 18%, Real-Time 14.9% ★, RTS 13.7%, Space 12.3%, Sci-fi 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on real-time tactical control of a massive swarm of ships to overcome enemy defenses.
- #20 BattleGroupVR
80% matchVery Positive92% of 943 reviews2023
Dev: SpaceOwl Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%
BattleGroupVR is a first person real-time space strategy where you lead a fleet of powerful warships into battle from the bridge of your own flagship. Assemble your fleet, upgrade your load-outs, train your captains, engage the enemy and secure the sector. Try not to go down with the ship.
Why similar: Space 17.1%, RTS 15%, Real-Time 14.8% ★, Real-Time with Pause 11.8% ★, Real Time Tactics 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: An immersive VR experience that allows you to command a fleet from the bridge of your flagship.
- #21 Starpoint Gemini Warlords
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,569 reviews2017
Dev: Little Green Men Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 42.9%, Strategy 20.5%, Simulation 16.3%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Indie 6%
Why You'll Like It: Blends 4X strategy with tactical space combat, allowing for a mix of fleet command and ship-based action.
- #22 AI War 2
81% matchVery Positive88% of 1,533 reviews2019
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The most devious and acclaimed artificial intelligence in strategy gaming is better than ever. A grand strategy/RTS hybrid that reverses many conventions of both genres. Take territory without attracting attention, build your empire with care, and adapt to an ever-evolving galactic battleground.
Why similar: Real-Time 23.2% ★, RTS 18.5%, Space 16.9%, Real Time Tactics 11.9%, Strategy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a complex, asymmetric RTS experience that challenges players to manage fleets against an overwhelming AI.
- #23 Space Pirates And Zombies 2
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,826 reviews2017
Dev: MinMax Games Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 45%, Strategy 20.7%, Simulation 9.8%, Action 9.1%, Indie 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an action-heavy approach to fleet management and tactical space combat.
- #24 The Battle of Sol
83% 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: Space 34.3%, Simulation 29.9%, Action 15.9%, Indie 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented space combat game that captures the intensity of fleet-based warfare.
- #25 Eternal Starlight VR
81% matchVery Positive91% of 75 reviews2021
Dev: White Noise Games
Windows
Activate your Neural Link to gain an omniscient view of the battlefield. Experience the conflict at any scale, as you plot the course that will lead your fleet to victory. Eternal Starlight is a tactical space combat game, built from the ground up for VR.
Why similar: RTS 23.1%, Space 21.5%, Strategy 12.4%, Tactical 11%, Real Time Tactics 11%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RTS designed for VR that puts you in the center of space combat with intuitive controls.
- #26 Falling Frontier
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stutter Fox StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Conquer a vast procedurally generated star system in Falling Frontier, a sci-fi RTS where intel and logistics are decisive factors. Design ships and raid enemy supply lines, lay minefields and construct recon stations, and ambush enemy forces within asteroid fields and nebulae.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 31.9% ★, Space 26.9%, Strategy 14.5%, Simulation 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical space RTS that emphasizes realistic physics and detailed ship management.
- #27 Crying Suns
78% matchVery Positive86% of 4,448 reviews2019
Dev: Alt Shift
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 23.5% ★, Space 19.6%, RTS 13.6%, Strategy 12.1%, Real Time Tactics 9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical space game that emphasizes fleet management and strategic decision-making in a sci-fi universe.
- #28 Stellar Commanders
79% matchMixed58% of 101 reviews2020
Dev: Blindflug Studios AG
Windows
Conquer the stars in this straightforward multiplayer real-time strategy game from the creators of First Strike and become a Stellar Commander!
Why similar: Real-Time 24.3% ★, RTS 19.6%, Space 17.8%, Strategy 9.6%, Tactical 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, multiplayer-focused RTS that emphasizes quick tactical decisions in space.
- #29 Homeworld Remastered Collection
76% matchVery Positive88% of 13,977 reviews2015
Dev: Gearbox SoftwarePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Experience the epic space strategy games that redefined the RTS genre. Control your fleet and build an armada across more than 30 single-player missions. Choose unit types, fleet formations and flight tactics for each strategic situation.
Why similar: Space 36.6%, RTS 27.8%, Strategy 16.9%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Tactical 4.7%
- #30 Into the Void
78% matchMixed63% of 136 reviews2015
Dev: Mozg Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !
Why similar: Space 47.2%, Strategy 31.1%, Tactical 9.1%, Indie 7%, Exploration 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A space strategy game that incorporates RPG elements and tactical combat into its exploration loop.
- #31 Distant Worlds: Universe
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,845 reviews2014
Dev: Code ForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.
Why similar: Space 28.3%, Strategy 17.9%, Real-Time 14.2% ★, Real-Time with Pause 11.8% ★, RTS 9.4%
- #32 Circle Empires
75% matchVery Positive90% of 4,100 reviews2018
Dev: LuminousPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Circle Empires is a fresh take on the RTS genre, featuring a fast-paced approach to conquering the world.
Why similar: RTS 31.3%, Strategy 29.9%, Real-Time 26.5% ★, Indie 10.3%, 2D 1.1%
- #33 Star Command Galaxies
75% matchMixed43% of 508 reviews2024
Dev: Warballoon
Windows · Mac
Take command in the ultimate starship simulator: Star Command Galaxies. Become a Captain, recruit your crew, customize and upgrade your starship, battle alien vessels, teleport to away missions and repel boarding invaders in this real-time strategy simulation adventure from indie studio Warballoon.
Why similar: RTS 22.4%, Space 16%, Real Time Tactics 12.8%, Strategy 11.9%, Tactical 9.2%
- #34 Voidship: The Long Journey
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 148 reviews2019
Dev: Cydonian Games
Windows
Design your battleship and fight your way through unforgiving space. This is a tale of a lone spaceship on a centuries-long mission. As the captain, you´ll make strategic decisions, explore unknown sectors, meet allies and enemies, gather resources, technology and crew. To battle stations!
Why similar: Space 20.3%, Strategy 19.2%, Simulation 15.3%, Real-Time with Pause 13.9% ★, Action 8.9%
- #35 Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 8,793 reviews2016
Dev: Blackbird InteractivePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.
Why similar: RTS 38.9%, Strategy 25.7%, Space 14.3%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Real-Time 5.5% ★
- #36 Executive Assault 2
73% matchVery Positive83% of 1,726 reviews2023
Dev: Hesketh Studios Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The RTS/FPS phenomenon has moved into space! Build your base on an asteroid, command fleets of starships for epic battles, pilot fighters, mine and trade resources, assemble robots to defend or assault other stations. Take sole command or share the glory as you fight for control of the quadrant.
Why similar: Real-Time 26.2% ★, RTS 24.8%, Space 18.5%, Strategy 12.2%, Real Time Tactics 7.4%
- #37 Reassembly
73% matchVery Positive94% of 4,066 reviews2015
Dev: Anisoptera GamesPub: Indie Voyage
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 26.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 48%, Strategy 19.5%, Action 8.1%, Indie 6.3%, Sci-fi 5.6%
- #38 8-Bit Invaders!
73% matchVery Positive83% of 444 reviews2016
Dev: Petroglyph
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
8-Bit Invaders! is a fast-paced, retro Real-Time Strategy game for the PC. Control the military might of the Galactic Marine Corps or Invade with the devastating power of the Cranioids! Mine, Build, and Fight your way to victory! Conquering the Multiverse was never so easy.
Why similar: RTS 34.4%, Strategy 26%, Simulation 16.7%, Indie 8.3%, Sci-fi 7%
- #39 StarDrive 2
74% matchMixed55% of 2,097 reviews2015
Dev: Zero Sum GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles.
Why similar: Strategy 39.6%, Space 37.4%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Indie 9.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #40 Distant Star: Revenant Fleet
74% matchMixed66% of 297 reviews2015
Dev: Blazing Griffin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
BAFTA award winning fleet-based RTS meets rogue-lite. In Distant Star: Revenant Fleet, build your fleet of up to 5 ships from a choice of 8 classes and traverse a randomly generated galaxy to defeat the Erebus Platform. NOW AVAILABLE ON MAC AND LINUX
Why similar: Space 25.3%, Strategy 15.9%, RTS 15.4%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Real-Time 8.4% ★
- #41 Creeper World 3: Arc Eternal
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,761 reviews2014
Dev: Knuckle Cracker
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 77.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Creeper World 3 is what happens when cellular automata takes over a strategy simulation. Instead of discrete units that attack your base, a fluid-like substance spreads over the terraformable terrain. Your base, your weapons, your strategy... you must adapt them all.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 27% ★, Strategy 25%, RTS 22.3%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Simulation 6.4%
- #42 Phantom Signal — Sci-Fi Strategy Game
72% matchVery Positive85% of 155 reviews2018
Dev: Veslo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Phantom Signal is a real-time sci-fi strategy game with unusual mechanics. Explore mysterious star systems and reveal the secret of the phantom signal.
Why similar: Strategy 30.1%, Space 28.9%, Simulation 14.5%, RTS 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.1%
- #43 Void Destroyer 2
69% matchVery Positive80% of 664 reviews2020
Dev: Iteration 11
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 26.2%, RTS 22.5%, Strategy 15.5%, Simulation 12.5%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #44 Beyond the Void
71% matchMixed57% of 136 reviews2018
Dev: B2Expand
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Beyond the Void is a new hybrid strategy game in space, with RTS and MOBA mechanics. It's F2P. Experience the thrill of being a Captain and lead epic space wars in 1 vs1. Design your own strategy and fleet to become the one who'll dominate the galaxy!
Why similar: Strategy 46.2%, Space 39.9%, Indie 13.9%
- #45 Creeper World 2: Anniversary Edition
70% matchVery Positive90% of 497 reviews2016
Dev: Knuckle Cracker
Windows · Mac
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Deceptively simple... amazingly deep. Creeper World 2 thrusts you into the 14th millennium fighting and enemy that flows and oozes through the terrain. Employ advanced weapons,gravity manipulating repulsors, wormhole like rifts, and your own wit against this never yielding enemy.
Why similar: Strategy 37.3%, Real-Time with Pause 25.2% ★, Simulation 24.4%, Indie 13.1%
- #46 Dawn of Andromeda
72% matchMixed44% of 242 reviews2017
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dawn of Andromeda is a pausable, real-time 4X space strategy game providing an accessible, fun and immersive experience, introducing fresh ideas to the genre. Build your empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research technologies and build great fleets.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 29.4% ★, Strategy 28.2%, Space 27.2%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Indie 7.5%
- #47 STAR FLEET II - Krellan Commander Version 2.0
66% matchVery Positive97% of 67 reviews2023
Dev: Trevor Sorensen, Mark BaldwinPub: Trevor Sorensen
Windows
Welcome to the future of space warfare! Star Fleet II: Krellan Commander puts you in command of an advanced space battlecruiser and tasks you with exploring sectors, fighting and boarding enemy ships, and invading planets. Manage your ship, crew and escorts effectively and find your way to victory!
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 17% ★, Strategy 14.5%, Simulation 13.1%, Space 12.9%, RTS 11.2%
- #48 Void War
63% matchVery Positive94% of 3,537 reviews2025
Dev: Tundra
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 31% ★, Space 29.1%, Strategy 13.9%, Tactical 8.1%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #49 Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector
66% matchVery Positive88% of 6,417 reviews2021
Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a fast-paced turn-based strategy game set in the grimdark universe of the 41st Millennium. Pick your force, develop your army, field mighty heroes and fight for victory using superior strategy, awesome abilities, and devastating weaponry.
Why similar: Strategy 47.2%, Tactical 23.8%, Sci-fi 15.4%, Space 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #50 Meridian: Squad 22
70% matchMixed66% of 131 reviews2016
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Meridian: Squad 22 is a single-player science-fiction real-time strategy game with a focus on base building and advanced tactics. Every single choice, every tactical decision you make, shapes the outcome of your story.
Why similar: Strategy 40.2%, RTS 27.3%, Action 18.3%, Indie 14.1%
- #51 Dominari Empires
68% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2018
Dev: Tiny RTS
Windows
Got 5-10 minutes? Annihilate your enemy in a lightning fast micro 4X/RTS game set in deep space. Gameplay relies heavily on strategy, forward-thinking, and twitch-like reflexes.
Why similar: Strategy 72.4%, Indie 27.6%
- #52 Sector Space
62% 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: Simulation 41.2%, Space 18.8%, Exploration 13.2%, Action 7.5%, Sci-fi 6.6%
- #53 Ceres
70% matchMixed52% of 156 reviews2015
Dev: Jötunn GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take control of a squadron of ships in full 3D space combat. Explore, battle and trade your way through a pirate, machine and monster-infested solar system.
Why similar: Space 28.1%, Strategy 20.9%, Real-Time with Pause 15.6% ★, Simulation 10.7%, Action 10.3%
- #54 StarDrive
71% matchMixed45% of 1,482 reviews2013
Dev: Zero Sum Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As a space bear, human or any other race, venture forth into the galaxy, create custom ships, conquer new worlds, build new colonies and defend your very existence against those who would take what is yours.
Why similar: Space 34.4%, Strategy 27.2%, RTS 22.1%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Indie 7.3%
- #55 O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 105 reviews2014
Dev: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
An epic struggle for control!
Why similar: Space 36.6%, Strategy 33.3%, RTS 24%, Sci-fi 6%
- #56 Carrier Command 2
64% matchVery Positive82% of 3,658 reviews2021
Dev: GeometaPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!
Why similar: RTS 33.2%, Strategy 21.3%, Real Time Tactics 20.6%, Simulation 17.1%, Exploration 7.9%
- #57 Victory At Sea Pacific
68% matchMixed61% of 641 reviews2018
Dev: Evil Twin Artworks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Victory at Sea Pacific is the exciting game of naval RTS combat set during World War II. Bringing an epic approach to real time strategy war gaming, search and destroy enemy fleets across an open world sandbox in a desperate attempt to change the course of history.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 21.5% ★, Real-Time 20.5% ★, RTS 16.9%, Real Time Tactics 10.4%, Strategy 9.2%
- #58 Deep Space Battle Simulator
65% matchMostly Positive79% of 410 reviews2021
Dev: yeswecamp
Windows · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Two teams of players control their capital ship in an epic battle. Customize your ship, control its movement, weapons, and energy distribution or go to one of the hangars to join the battle in a smaller fighter!
Why similar: Space 25.4%, RTS 23.7%, Strategy 15.2%, Simulation 11.4%, Sci-fi 9.3%
- #59 Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion
66% matchVery Positive93% of 16,246 reviews2012
Dev: Ironclad Games CorporationPub: Stardock Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.
Why similar: Space 27.2%, RTS 26.7%, Strategy 15.1%, Simulation 12.8%, Sci-fi 9.5%