- #1 Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest
97% matchVery Positive83% of 865 reviews2014
Dev: Hassey Enterprises, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Galcon 2 is a demolition derby in space! Send swarms of ships from planet to planet to conquer the galaxy in this fast paced multiplayer strategy game!
Why similar: Strategy 42%, Space 21.1%, Multiplayer 18.3%, Indie 11.1%, PvP 7.4%
- #2 Space Wars: Interstellar Empires
96% matchMixed66% of 241 reviews2017
Dev: Desert Owl Games LLCPub: ToHeroes Game Studios LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Helm your own ship, battle for supremacy in a multi-faction war, and conquer the cosmos in this science fiction turn-based strategy game. Select from more than 100+ diverse star ships and fight for territory across a 2D hex-based grid.
Why similar: Strategy 87.7%, Indie 12.3%
- #3 Galaxy Control: 3D Strategy
96% matchMixed59% of 530 reviews2016
Dev: FX Games Media
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Build your base and battle with other players to control the galaxy! Galaxy Control is an ultimate space combat strategy game with fast-paced combats! Gather minerals and extract uranium, defend your base with laser towers, missile turrets, cannons, walls and mines.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Space 37.4%
- #4 The Infinite Black
95% matchMixed66% of 212 reviews2016
Dev: SpellbookPub: www.Spellbook.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 83.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Fleet up with thousands of players in The Infinite Black -- The wildly popular online space combat and adventure game! Command massive spaceships, form powerful corporations, and battle it out in never-ending intergalactic warfare!
Why similar: Strategy 49.1%, Space 37.1%, Indie 13.8%
- #5 Aetherspace
94% matchMixed63% of 84 reviews2017
Dev: Munchkin's Lair
Windows
Aetherspace is a game about turn-based battles between outlaw gangs. In space. With starships.
Why similar: Strategy 76.4%, Indie 23.6%
- #6 Space Warfare
94% matchMixed58% of 94 reviews2021
Dev: Little Stories
Windows · Mac · Linux
2D casual strategy
Why similar: Strategy 55.1%, Space 28.3%, Indie 16.5%
- #7 Hades' Star
93% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,643 reviews2019
Dev: Parallel Space Inc
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 55.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
A unique space strategy game where thousands of players participate in one shared galaxy.
Why similar: Space 47.2%, Strategy 32.1%, PvP 9.5%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Indie 2.8%
- #8 VEGA Conflict
92% matchMixed58% of 4,985 reviews2015
Dev: KIXEYE
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 90.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Stake your claim, command your fleets, and wage epic war in space.
Why similar: Space 41.5%, Strategy 30.5%, PvP 16.9%, Multiplayer 11%
- #9 Astro Lords: Oort Cloud
91% matchMixed54% of 69 reviews2016
Dev: Aratog LLCPub: BISBOG SA
Windows
Astro Lords: Oort Cloud is a free-to-play, science-fiction MMORTS combining construction management with click-and-drag Artillery style combat and strategy elements such as exploration, raiding and espionage.
- #10 Codename: Rogue Fleet
90% matchMixed59% of 318 reviews2016
Dev: SionoiS
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Codename: Rogue Fleet is a multiplayer team-based game about spaceships combat.
Why similar: Space 55.7%, Multiplayer 29.1%, Indie 15.2%
- #11 Istrolid
89% matchVery Positive87% of 2,684 reviews2016
Dev: treeform
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Istrolid you design your own unique spaceships from a large number of parts to fit your strategy and play style. With no set units or factions you are free to create a fleet where each ship has its own balanced strengths and weaknesses, from basic fighters and bombers to hulking battleships and speedy destroyers.
Why similar: Strategy 38.1%, Space 36.8%, Multiplayer 17.7%, Indie 7.4%
- #12 Arena
88% matchMixed70% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: FX GAMES
Windows · Mac
Enter the Arena! From the creators of Galaxy Control comes a real-time multiplayer game starring the space stations assault and defence, your favorite Galay Control characters and much, much more.
Why similar: Strategy 78%, Indie 22%
- #13 Solaris
85% matchVery Positive81% of 86 reviews2021
Dev: SpacialCircumstances
Windows · Mac · Linux
Discover a space strategy game filled with conquest, betrayal and subterfuge. Build alliances, make enemies and fight your way to victory and galactic domination. Will you conquer the galaxy?
Why similar: Strategy 73%, PvP 16.1%, Multiplayer 10.9%
- #14 Pixel Starships
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,914 reviews2023
Dev: SavySoda
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Pixel Starships is an FTL-style online sci-fi strategy builder and management game with a competitive PVP tournament. Set in the retro galaxy, your role is to explore space, meet aliens, and develop your ship, crew and AI. The game contains deep strategic and 4x elements. PSS is community-driven.
Why similar: Space 44.5%, Strategy 37.4%, Multiplayer 18.1%
- #15 Dominus Galaxia: KS Edition
87% matchVery Positive84% of 242 reviews
Dev: StarChart-Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dominus Galaxia is a 4X space strategy game with a focus on amplifying strategic decisions and minimising non-strategic busywork.
Why similar: Strategy 77.9%, Indie 22.1%
- #16 Into the Void
86% 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: Strategy 46.1%, Space 45.8%, Indie 8.1%
- #17 Galaxy Reavers
84% 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: Strategy 49.7%, Space 42.1%, Indie 8.2%
- #18 Relentless Expanse
77% matchVery Positive90% of 102 reviews2025
Dev: Cowmera Games
Windows
Capture and upgrade planets, outsmart your enemies, and conquer the galaxy! Simple yet addicting, you can play alone or outsmart your friends in this 2D top-down space RTS. Completely free, no monetization, just fun!
Why similar: Strategy 32.4%, Space 30.8%, PvP 18.5%, Multiplayer 18.3%
- #19 Planets Under Attack
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,241 reviews2012
Dev: Targem GamesPub: Topware Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Play as humans or robots in a brand new sci-fi strategy adventure! Travel into the far reaches of space, through cleverly designed star constellations and variable game modes, conquering enemy planets using 15 combinable technologies.
Why similar: Strategy 91.3%, Space 3.9%, Indie 3%, Multiplayer 1.8%
- #20 Gods and Idols
81% matchMixed70% of 754 reviews2016
Dev: JatteGames
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Take the role of a newly ascended deity in Gods and Idols. Carve your place among the stars in an open, dynamic, and massive MMORTS universe. Command the powers of the cosmos, form alliances, and use your worshipers as instruments to further your goals.
Why similar: Space 37.4%, Strategy 32.5%, Multiplayer 20.1%, Indie 9.9%
- #21 Star Trek Timelines
81% matchMixed66% of 1,496 reviews2017
Dev: Tilting Point
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 199.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Explore the Final Frontier in the ultimate sci-fi strategy RPG, Star Trek Timelines! Join Starfleet and overcome challenges as you boldly go where no game has gone before – across the entire history of Star Trek.
Why similar: Space 41.7%, Strategy 40.7%, Multiplayer 17.7%
- #22 Void Destroyer
82% 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 47.5%, Space 43.9%, Indie 8.7%
- #23 Space Aces
72% matchMixed63% of 350 reviews2026
Dev: DewEnforcerPub: Space Aces
Windows
Space Aces is an indie space shooter that plunges you into an online universe full of action, strategy, and fierce competition. Step into the cockpit and evolve from a rookie pilot into the most feared Ace in the galaxy!
Why similar: Space 67%, PvP 33%
- #24 One Tower
80% matchMixed48% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: SkyReacher Entertainment
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 39%
One Tower is a fast-paced head-to-head MOBA pitting two players against each other in epic duels of strategy and skill. Players unleash customized minion waves, command powerful Heroes, and cast potent spells to defend their stronghold against enemy marauders or invade new lands to take down their opponent's tower.
Why similar: MOBA 45.6% ★, Strategy 26.8%, PvP 15%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Indie 5.4%
- #25 Nova Empire
77% matchMixed53% of 283 reviews2022
Dev: Gamebear Tech
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Build up a Space Empire and establish control of the Galaxy and the Universe! Nova Empire is a multiplayer space game in which the aim is to build your empire and conquer the galaxy in epic space battles against your rivals with other allies worldwide!
Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, PvP 32.9%, Space 17.3%
- #26 Aeon Command
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 414 reviews2014
Dev: Bat Country Games, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Aeon Command is a tug of war strategy game, where you play as one of three unique factions to help gain dominance over the Aeon Nebula! Take control of your mother ship to gather resources, produce ships and fight off the enemy mother ship. Grow stronger as you progress through the 24 mission campaign and unlock new upgrades.
Why similar: Strategy 62.2%, Space 23.7%, Indie 14.1%
- #27 Ways of History
78% matchMixed53% of 257 reviews2017
Dev: Glyph Worlds
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Hardcore real-time strategy with a long-term round. Development of your civilization from caves to space. Huge world. Thousands of players. 240+ sciences and technologies. About 100 troops. 4 races. 50+ resource deposits. War, trade, science, construction...
Why similar: Strategy 74.8%, Indie 14.2%, Multiplayer 11.1%
- #28 Battlevoid: Sector Siege
78% matchMixed58% of 194 reviews2017
Dev: Bugbyte Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battlevoid: Sector Siege is an epic straight into action real-time space strategy game, in which the world has been built to deliver a lively battle field; and the action is never more than just seconds away at the start of every game.
Why similar: Strategy 46.2%, Space 39.9%, Indie 13.9%
- #29 Shattered Void
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: yyy1505yyy
Windows · Linux
Space MMORPG where players can fly on different ships, collecting devices, subsystems and navigations or finding new weapons that will serve in battles. Take part in battles, explore the world, mine ore, trade, fight and build your own clan with a station.
Why similar: Space 50.9%, PvP 34.9%, Indie 14.2%
- #30 Star Hunter - Infinite Lagrange
74% matchMixed57% of 1,011 reviews2021
Dev: NetEase Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 92.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
In a remote corner of the Milky Way, you, a star hunter, will control a fleet, take on a wide variety of bounty contracts and missions, and venture into the vastness of space. You will hunt for mysterious items for your employers and explore specific targets in uncharted territory.
Why similar: Strategy 39.8%, Space 31.8%, MOBA 18.9% ★, Multiplayer 9.5%
- #31 Star Crusade CCG
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,878 reviews2016
Dev: ZiMAD, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Star Crusade: War for the Expanse is a free-to-play, online, digital collectible card game (CCG) based in a richly styled sci-fi universe, where each player takes command of one of the six factions vying for supremacy in an unclaimed exotic sector of space.
Why similar: Strategy 75.2%, Space 24.8%
- #32 Nova: Space Armada
70% matchMixed52% of 221 reviews2024
Dev: STONE3 PTE. LTD.
Windows
An exceptional sci-fi strategy game based on space adventure as its core.
Why similar: Strategy 44.1%, Space 30.4%, PvP 25.5%
- #33 Astro Lords
76% matchMixed65% of 227 reviews2015
Dev: Aratog LLCPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Player bases are located on asteroids, which travel within the Oort Cloud. Once they’ve acquired the appropriate skills, players can control their asteroid’s movements. Mass-combat enthusiasts will love the Arena: here, players can battle it out against alien races or other Astro Lord players.
Why similar: Space 36.5%, Strategy 26.8%, PvP 20.2%, Multiplayer 16.6%
- #34 Iron Armada
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 177 reviews2024
Dev: Bluedrake42Pub: Drakeling Labs
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 816.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Iron Armada is a multiplayer, space-faring combat game where players must team up to build a fleet of ships in order to survive the perils of space and defeat the opposing player faction. Build ships of all shapes and sizes, mine resources, and scavenge parts with friends to conquer the universe!
Why similar: Strategy 75.8%, Space 15.4%, Multiplayer 5.4%, Indie 3.4%
- #35 Art of War: Red Tides
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 6,952 reviews2016
Dev: Game Science
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Art of War: Red Tides is a fair multiplayer strategy game that allows different teams on the same platform (e.g. smartphones, PC, etc.) to battle against each other. You will encounter players around the world!
Why similar: MOBA 36% ★, Strategy 35.9%, Multiplayer 20.2%, PvP 4.2%, Indie 3.7%
- #36 Galaxy Admirals
73% matchVery Positive86% of 331 reviews2017
Dev: Jetdogs Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Galaxy Admirals is a multiplayer turn-based cosmic strategy with pretty innovative and challenging gameplay. Improve your command skills with AI and conquer the whole universe by fighting with real players.
Why similar: Strategy 75.6%, Space 16.9%, Multiplayer 7.5%
- #37 Astroflux
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 343 reviews2016
Dev: Fula Fisken
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Play Astroflux - a retro styled, action packed MMO space shooter.
Why similar: Space 100%
- #38 Space Reign
64% 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 51.4%, Strategy 36%, Indie 12.6%
- #39 [MARS] Total Warfare
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 117 reviews2018
Dev: TCR
Windows
[MARS] Total Warfare uses authentic Martian landscapes to create an intense RTS experience best described as a hybrid between team multiplayer and massively multiplayer online. Fight over natural resources vs human or AI opponents and conquer a crater ridden world, with pink sky and blue seas!
Why similar: Strategy 100%
- #40 Project Entropy
67% matchMixed52% of 220 reviews2024
Dev: FunPlus International AG
Windows
Welcome, commander, to Project Entropy- an ultimate Sci-Fi and role-playing game with battles in space. In this immersive MMO experience, you will command alien civilizations, conquer uncharted planets, and build Hero fleets.
Why similar: Strategy 53.4%, PvP 33%, Multiplayer 13.6%
- #41 Stellar Commanders
71% 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: Space 29%, Strategy 23.8%, PvP 19.7%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Indie 10.9%
- #42 Lazerbait
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 512 reviews2016
Dev: Taylor Stapleton
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Lazerbait is a free arcade strategy game set in virtual reality with one simple goal: capture all the planets to build more ships and destroy your enemies!
Why similar: Strategy 77.9%, Indie 22.1%
- #43 Subspace Discovery
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 131 reviews2023
Dev: FLICK Comp GmbH
Windows
Fly through Subspace, build your own ship, and engage in epic battles. Mine asteroids and research new technologies. Uncover the origins of the alien homeworld by solving weekly events in this Co-op PvE MMO.
Why similar: Space 63.9%, Strategy 36.1%
- #44 Dropzone
70% matchMixed70% of 873 reviews2017
Dev: Sparkypants Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Dropzone is a game of action, strategy and skill. Win 15 minute battles by scoring points. Unlock gear, customize your squad of up to 3 Units and compete in Team 3v3, 2v2 or 1v1 matches. Lay claim to the riches of Europa!
Why similar: MOBA 55.7% ★, Strategy 25.7%, PvP 15.4%, Indie 3.2%
- #45 AirMech
67% matchVery Positive84% of 10,812 reviews2018
Dev: Carbon Games
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!
Why similar: MOBA 45% ★, Strategy 26.9%, Multiplayer 16.6%, PvP 8%, Indie 3.5%
- #46 Sins of a Solar Empire II
60% 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 40.6%, Strategy 31.9%, Multiplayer 13.9%, PvP 13.7%
- #47 Stormgate
61% matchMixed48% of 9,100 reviews2025
Dev: Frost Giant Studios
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Stormgate is a free-to-play real-time strategy game with a full single-player campaign, 3-player co-op, and PvP versus modes on over 60 maps. Our Editor is also freely available for you to craft just about any custom game mode you can imagine. Join our development journey today!
Why similar: Strategy 33.8%, Space 22.6%, Multiplayer 22.3%, PvP 21.3%
- #48 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 77.1%, Indie 22.9%
- #49 Primordials: Battle of Gods
68% matchMixed45% of 75 reviews2021
Dev: GLOBAL DODO ENTERTAINMENTPub: WIREGAMES
Windows
Primordials: Battle of Gods is a pure 1vs1 strategy game where players rule kingdoms and build armies to war for ever greater power. One Will Rise, Many Will Fall.
Why similar: Strategy 77.2%, PvP 13.6%, Multiplayer 9.2%
- #50 Heroes of SoulCraft
71% matchMixed41% of 486 reviews2015
Dev: Ironwilled Studio
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 37%
An upcoming free-to-play MOBA that combines traditional lane-based gameplay and intense team battles with innovative mechanics, maintaining the classic feel of the genre while introducing new elements that add depth, strategy, and excitement to every match. Easy to learn, difficult to master.
Why similar: MOBA 53.4% ★, Strategy 18.5%, PvP 11.8%, Multiplayer 11.7%, Indie 4.6%
- #51 BattleGroupVR
61% 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 35.1%, Strategy 25.9%, PvP 20%, Multiplayer 19%