- #1 EVERSPACE™ 2
97% matchVery Positive86% of 12,733 reviews2023
Dev: ROCKFISH Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 28.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 46.9%, Flight 18.7%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Shooter 9.6%, Action 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel expands on the original's combat with a massive open-world structure and deeper RPG mechanics.
- #2 Nova Drift
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,456 reviews2024
Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31%, Space 30.2%, Roguelite 11.2%, Shooter 6.5%, Roguelike 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: An addictive space-based roguelike that focuses on deep ship customization and fast-paced arena combat.
- #3 Chorus
96% matchVery Positive82% of 4,520 reviews2021
Dev: Deep Silver FishlabsPub: Deep Silver
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Take control of Nara on a quest to destroy the dark cult that created her. Unlock devastating weapons & mind-bending abilities in an evolution of the space-combat shooter. Along with Forsaken, her sentient starfighter, explore ancient temples, engage in zero-g combat & venture beyond waking reality.
Why similar: Space 33%, Action 17.4%, Space Sim 14.9%, Flight 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features high-speed, arcade-style space combat that mirrors the intensity and fluidity of Everspace.
- #4 Sublevel Zero Redux
95% matchVery Positive87% of 527 reviews2015
Dev: Sigtrap
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Sublevel Zero Redux is a roguelite six-degree-of-freedom shooter in a universe where reality is falling apart. Use your zero-g gunship to fight through a vast underground facility, looting advanced weapons to destroy hordes of deadly enemies.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.4%, 6DOF 15.1% ★, Sci-fi 12.2%, VR 10%, Roguelite 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A six-degree-of-freedom roguelike shooter that captures the claustrophobic and challenging combat of Everspace.
- #5 House of the Dying Sun
94% matchVery Positive90% of 2,016 reviews2016
Dev: Marauder Interactive, LLC
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
House of the Dying Sun is a tactical space shooter that puts you in the cockpit of the universe's most terrifying starfighter. Hunt the enemies of the Empire and bring ruin to their people.
Why similar: Space 31.6%, Space Sim 27.7%, VR 10%, Flight 8.2%, Action 7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, tactical space combat that rewards precision and quick reflexes.
- #6 Void Bastards
93% matchVery Positive86% of 5,393 reviews2019
Dev: Blue Manchu
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Inspired by BioShock and System Shock 2, Void Bastards is a revolutionary new strategy-shooter that will test your wits as well as exercise your aim. Can you lead the misfit prisoners of the Void Ark through the derelict spaceships and myriad dangers of the Sargasso Nebula?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.2%, Space 28%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Roguelite 7.9%, Shooter 7%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi roguelike shooter that emphasizes scavenging and tactical decision-making in hostile environments.
- #7 Strike Suit Zero
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,667 reviews2013
Dev: Born Ready Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Pilot the mecha Strike Suit across massive fleet battles where your dogfighting skills decide Earth's fate. Fast, frantic space combat with capital ship destruction, multiple endings, and a universe that's anything but empty. This is space combat reborn.
Why similar: Space 46.5%, Space Sim 12.4%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Flight 10.1%, Action 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced arcade space shooter that features unique mech-transformation mechanics for added combat variety.
- #8 FTL: Faster Than Light
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 77,932 reviews2012
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.
Why similar: Space 44.9%, Space Sim 15.8%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Roguelike 9.3%, Roguelite 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive space roguelike that focuses on ship management and difficult survival decisions.
- #9 Project Wingman
91% matchVery Positive94% of 21,506 reviews2020
Dev: Sector D2
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.
Why similar: Flight 44.4%, VR 13.2%, Action 10.7%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: While atmospheric, its high-intensity flight combat and mission-based structure will feel very familiar to Everspace fans.
- #10 Galaxy on Fire 2™ Full HD
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,232 reviews2012
Dev: Fishlabs Entertainment GmbHPub: bitComposer Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
A hyperdrive malfunction sends Keith T. Maxwell tumbling through space and time to fight for his life against a mysterious alien armada that is wreaking havoc.
Why similar: Space 34.8%, Space Sim 26.7%, Flight 14.2%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Shooter 6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade space shooter that shares the same spirit of exploration, trading, and dogfighting.
- #11 Elite Dangerous
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 105,919 reviews2015
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 18.3 hrsMean: 147.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 39.3%, Space Sim 36.6%, Sci-fi 9.8%, VR 5.8%, Action 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a more simulation-heavy experience for players who want to master complex flight controls in a vast galaxy.
- #12 Rebel Galaxy
89% matchVery Positive85% of 8,321 reviews2015
Dev: Double Damage Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 56.7%, Space Sim 19.6%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, Action 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on broadside space combat and exploration with a gritty sci-fi atmosphere.
- #13 Redout: Space Assault
89% matchMixed47% of 107 reviews2021
Dev: 34BigThings srl
Windows
Redout: Space Assault is arcade space battle, coupling the trademark Redout adrenaline with the thrill of combat. Outsmart, outmaneuver, overpower, outclass your opponents in lightning-fast, adrenaline-inducing single-player space combat.
Why similar: Space 34.6%, Space Sim 27.9%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Action 6.6%, Shooter 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, arcade-focused space shooter designed to test your reflexes in chaotic environments.
- #14 Star Valor
86% matchVery Positive89% of 3,349 reviews2022
Dev: Rafael Burgos
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 66.9%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Action 9.7%, Exploration 4%, Indie 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world space RPG that emphasizes fast-paced combat and deep ship building.
- #15 CRYPTARK
88% matchVery Positive82% of 1,927 reviews2017
Dev: Alientrap
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Cryptark is a 2D sci-fi shooter where you take on the role of a heavily armed privateer seeking to earn government contracts by boarding deadly alien space-hulks. It's up to you to strategize a plan of attack, pick an equipment loadout, and destroy the central core to be victorious.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.1%, Space 21.8%, Roguelite 8.6%, Action 8.5%, Sci-fi 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi roguelike that focuses on boarding and destroying procedurally generated alien ships.
- #16 Sky Rogue
87% matchVery Positive93% of 1,216 reviews2017
Dev: Fractal Phase
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Sky Rogue is a fwooshy rogue-lite action flight simulator! Blow things up over land, sea, and air, on an infinite number of procedurally-generated islands. Go toe-to-toe with enemy aces or assault giant flying aircraft carriers, but watch out for volleys of missiles; when you die, you're dead.
Why similar: Flight 35.7%, Action Roguelike 31.2%, Roguelite 12.8%, Action 6.5%, Indie 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A procedural, roguelike flight combat game where every mission offers new challenges and upgrades.
- #17 SpaceBourne 2
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 5,057 reviews2025
Dev: Burak Dabak
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 40.5%, Space 34.6%, Flight 23.6%, First-Person 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines open-world exploration with arcade-style combat and a focus on player-driven progression.
- #18 Starcom: Nexus
86% matchVery Positive91% of 2,295 reviews2019
Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 54.7%, Space Sim 19.8%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Action 6.1%, Indie 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a strong focus on exploration and ship modularity within a mysterious, dangerous universe.
- #19 STAR WARS™: Squadrons
85% matchMixed65% of 27,926 reviews2020
Dev: MOTIVEPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Master the art of starfighter combat in the authentic piloting experience STAR WARS™: Squadrons. Feel the adrenaline of first-person multiplayer space dogfights alongside your squadron, and buckle up in a thrilling STAR WARS™ story.
Why similar: Space 38.6%, Flight 23%, VR 11%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Space Sim 8%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a polished, high-intensity flight combat experience with a focus on ship systems management.
- #20 X4: Foundations
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 28,557 reviews2018
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 94.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 33.9%, Space Sim 27.9%, Flight 16.1%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Action 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A deep space simulation that appeals to players who enjoy the crafting and economic aspects of Everspace.
- #21 Endless Sky
83% matchVery Positive92% of 7,005 reviews2015
Dev: Michael Zahniser
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 63.9%, Space Sim 16.5%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Action 3.6%, Indie 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic-style space trading and combat game that captures the feeling of navigating a dangerous frontier.
- #22 Shortest Trip to Earth
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,430 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: Space 28.6%, Action Roguelike 20.9%, Space Sim 16.2%, Roguelite 9.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging roguelite survival game that requires careful ship management and resource conservation.
- #23 No Man's Sky
81% matchVery Positive85% of 406,987 reviews2016
Dev: Hello Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 20.2 hrsMean: 70.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
No Man's Sky is a game about exploration and survival in an infinite procedurally generated universe.
Why similar: Space 49.4%, Space Sim 18.2%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Survival 4.9%, Exploration 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a vast, procedurally generated universe with survival, crafting, and space combat elements.
- #24 Battlevoid: Harbinger
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,059 reviews2016
Dev: Bugbyte Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 11.1 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 61%, Roguelite 9.6%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Roguelike 7.2%, Action 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A strategic space combat game that incorporates roguelike elements and fleet management.
- #25 Between the Stars
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,444 reviews2024
Dev: Isolated Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Become the Captain of an interstellar cruiser and journey across the galaxy to save the Republic. During your journey you will have to make important decisions, improve the weaponry of your ship and fight against numerous enemies.
Why similar: Space 42.1%, Space Sim 24.1%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Action 6.7%, Flight 4.8%
- #26 Subdivision Infinity DX
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 105 reviews2019
Dev: MistFly GamesPub: Crescent Moon Games
Windows
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 35.3%, Space Sim 27.2%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Action 10.2%, Indie 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A mission-based arcade space shooter that focuses on fast combat and ship upgrades.
- #27 The Long Journey Home
81% matchMixed59% of 1,922 reviews2017
Dev: Daedalic Studio WestPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Long Journey Home combines an open world full of galaxies, planets and anomalies with quests and mechanics of a rogue-like RPG. One destination. Endless adventures. Where will this journey take you?
Why similar: Space 61.4%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Indie 7.2%, Roguelike 7.1%, Survival 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: A space exploration roguelite that emphasizes survival and the consequences of your navigation choices.
- #28 Reassembly
79% matchVery Positive94% of 4,070 reviews2015
Dev: Anisoptera GamesPub: Indie Voyage
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.0 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 69.2%, Action 8.3%, Sci-fi 8%, Indie 4.3%, Shooter 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on procedural ship building and tactical combat in a sandbox environment.
- #29 Drifting Lands
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 271 reviews2017
Dev: Alkemi
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Drifting Lands is an hybrid of classical horizontal shoot'em'up with a lot of strong gameplay elements coming straight from the action-RPG genre. If you want an original diablo-like game or you want a different kind of shoot'em'up, you're in the right place!
Why similar: Action 42%, Sci-fi 28.2%, Indie 26%, Singleplayer 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that blends traditional space shooter mechanics with deep ARPG-style loot systems.
- #30 Bow to Blood: Last Captain Standing
78% matchVery Positive88% of 66 reviews2019
Dev: Tribetoy
Windows
Become a Captain! Fly your ship and command your crew as you compete to become Champion in a winner-takes-all reality show. Build relationships and plot betrayals to avoid getting voted off the season and become the last captain standing. Optional VR support.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.7%, Space 14.4%, Space Sim 12.9%, Flight 8.5%, Action 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique roguelike space combat game where you must manage your ship and crew under pressure.
- #31 Jump Space
73% matchVery Positive86% of 10,811 reviews2025
Dev: Keepsake Games
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Jump Space (formerly Jump Ship) is a mission based co-op PvE for 1-4 players, where you are the crew of a spaceship. Transition seamlessly from crewing the ship to on-foot exploration and space walks. Explore, upgrade, and survive intense encounters in deep space together.
Why similar: Space 37%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Sci-fi 11%, Flight 10%, Roguelite 8.4%
- #32 Void Crew
73% matchVery Positive87% of 8,248 reviews2024
Dev: Hutlihut GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Void Crew is a Chaotic, Co-op Roguelite game for 1 to 6 players: Outfit your spaceship and crew for thrilling quests, brave fierce enemies in Space Battles... and try not to panic!
Why similar: Space Sim 36%, Space 29.5%, Roguelite 9.8%, Flight 9.3%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #33 Darkstar One
78% matchVery Positive83% of 614 reviews2008
Dev: Ascaron Entertainment ltd.Pub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 46.5%, Space Sim 28.3%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Action 9.8%, Exploration 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic space combat sim that balances narrative progression with arcade-style dogfighting.
- #34 Strike Suit Infinity
76% matchVery Positive82% of 621 reviews2013
Dev: Born Ready Games Ltd.Pub: Born Ready Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Strike Suit Infinity is a frantic high score chaser set in the Strike Suit Zero universe. Your skill is the only thing that matters and whatever combat experience you've had so far is irrelevant. There is no end to the enemies you'll face. There is no winning. There is only the fight for survival.
Why similar: Space 48.7%, Action 13.7%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Flight 8.6%, Indie 6.1%
- #35 ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN
73% matchVery Positive88% of 55,007 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Become an ace pilot and soar through photorealistic skies with full 360 degree movement; down enemy aircraft and experience the thrill of engaging in realistic sorties! Aerial combat has never looked or felt better!
Why similar: Flight 51.1%, Sci-fi 10.4%, VR 9.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Action 7.2%
- #36 Homeworld Remastered Collection
74% matchVery Positive88% of 14,058 reviews2015
Dev: Gearbox SoftwarePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 34.2 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 74.7%, Sci-fi 16.9%, Great Soundtrack 6%, Action 1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #37 End Space
76% matchMixed68% of 95 reviews2018
Dev: Orange Bridge Studios
Windows
Jump in your Minos Starfighter and blast your enemies into space dust in virtual reality. Maintain law and order at the mysterious and beautiful edge of inhabited space as you complete increasingly difficult contracts for the United Trade Consortium.
Why similar: Space 27.7%, Space Sim 17.3%, Flight 12.5%, VR 9.2%, Action 8.1%
- #38 Captain Forever Remix
75% matchVery Positive80% of 378 reviews2016
Dev: Pixelsaurus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Can you create the raddest spaceship? Captain Forever Remix is the spaceship builder roguelike. Voyage across the Solar System and blast apart randomly-generated enemies for spare parts. This is an officially-licensed re-imagining of the indie classic Captain Forever.
Why similar: Space 49.2%, Action Roguelike 28.1%, Action 5.2%, Roguelite 4.7%, Sci-fi 4.5%
- #39 X Rebirth
77% matchMixed44% of 7,309 reviews2013
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 57%, Space Sim 20.2%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Action 6.2%, Simulation 1.9%
- #40 Disputed Space
75% matchMixed65% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: ShilohGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.
Why similar: Space 30%, Space Sim 18.4%, Action 12%, 6DOF 10.3% ★, Sci-fi 8.5%
- #41 Void Resurgence
69% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Puza Games
Windows · Mac
Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.2%, Space 24.5%, Roguelite 12.8%, Sci-fi 9%, Difficult 4.4%
- #42 Starcom: Unknown Space
69% matchVery Positive93% of 4,302 reviews2024
Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 48.9%, Space Sim 29.1%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Action 4.6%, Exploration 3.3%
- #43 X3: Terran Conflict
74% matchVery Positive85% of 2,848 reviews2008
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
It is the year 2938. The long wished-for encounter of the X Universe and the Earth holds both joy and sorrow for the people. Despite flourishing trade, the clash of the diverse races, cultures and life forms creates new tensions, mistrust and open conflict that need to be overcome!
Why similar: Space 58%, Space Sim 22%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Flight 3.6%, Action 2.8%
- #44 3030 Deathwar Redux - A Space Odyssey
72% matchVery Positive94% of 1,151 reviews2017
Dev: Bird in SkyPub: Crunchy Leaf Games
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 46.5%, Space Sim 20.7%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Action 8%, Indie 5.4%
- #45 Evochron Legacy SE
72% matchVery Positive83% of 442 reviews2016
Dev: StarWraith 3D Games LLC
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 37.2%, Space Sim 36.9%, Sci-fi 11.2%, VR 3.8%, Exploration 3%
- #46 Rodina
71% matchVery Positive93% of 1,329 reviews2014
Dev: Elliptic Games
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 54.6%, Space Sim 17%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Action 4.8%, Indie 4%
- #47 Hardspace: Shipbreaker
67% matchVery Positive89% of 21,927 reviews2022
Dev: Blackbird Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 52.5%, Space Sim 23.4%, Sci-fi 16.9%, Singleplayer 1.9%, Simulation 1.5%
- #48 Genesis Alpha One Deluxe Edition
71% matchMixed69% of 2,490 reviews2020
Dev: Radiation BluePub: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Hyperjump into the dark recesses of space with Genesis Alpha One - a roguelike FPS where you must build, maintain and navigate your ship through a galaxy filled with hostile alien and human threats. Explore, create and survive the militarized space race in order to secure humanity’s future.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.4%, Space 24.3%, Space Sim 23%, Sci-fi 10%, Roguelite 9%
- #49 Star Survivor
68% matchMixed69% of 557 reviews2024
Dev: SpaceOwl Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Star Survivor is a space-themed survival game that blends intense deckbuilding strategy. Pilot humanity's last spaceship through the vast galaxy, Unlock powerful weapon combos, collect card modules, and craft unique builds. As the enemy swarms grow denser, will you be the last one standing?
Why similar: Space 28.4%, Action Roguelike 25.6%, Space Sim 20.4%, Roguelite 8.7%, Action 4.7%
- #50 Transcendence
71% matchVery Positive88% of 223 reviews2015
Dev: Kronosaur Productions
Windows
Explore the farthest reaches of Human Space in this open-world space adventure. Compelled to journey to the Galactic Core by a mysterious hyperintelligence, you must fight your way through dozens of star systems teeming with clashing empires, expansionist AIs, and fearsome xenophobes.
Why similar: Space 39.5%, Space Sim 22.2%, Roguelite 11.6%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Action 5%
- #51 Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 8,844 reviews2016
Dev: Blackbird InteractivePub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.7 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: Space 48%, Sci-fi 36.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Action 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #52 Strike Suit Zero: Director's Cut
70% matchVery Positive82% of 387 reviews2014
Dev: Born Ready Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The Director's Cut of Strike Suit Zero delivers the definitive version with a graphical overhaul, restructured campaign and more content. Pilot the mecha Strike Suit across massive fleet battles where your dogfighting skills will decide Earth's fate.
Why similar: Space 45.9%, Space Sim 14.1%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Flight 10.1%, Action 9.9%
- #53 ENDLESS™ Space 2
68% matchVery Positive83% of 22,888 reviews2017
Dev: AMPLITUDE Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
ENDLESS™ Space 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS™ Universe. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?
Why similar: Space 79.5%, Sci-fi 15%, Great Soundtrack 2.4%, Action 2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #54 Hyperspace Dogfights
69% matchVery Positive90% of 139 reviews2018
Dev: Sleeper Games
Windows · Linux
Hyperspace Dogfights is a juicy jet-combat roguelite in which you blast, dodge and slice your way through masses of technologically inferior baddies. Your jet evolves differently on each run and becomes stronger and weirder by gathering some of the 300+ available items.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.2%, Roguelite 16.9%, Sci-fi 16%, Flight 15.1%, Roguelike 7.3%
- #55 Space Will
65% matchVery Positive98% of 87 reviews2024
Dev: 张亮002Pub: Aori Games
Windows
Sixty basic cores, hundreds of base station equipment, and thousands of chips, you can freely cooperate and shoot through the dual-angle joystick operation in a survival Roguelike game! Explore the sci-fi space and build your strongest battleship!
Why similar: Space 28.2%, Action Roguelike 27.8%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Space Sim 12%, Action 7.8%
- #56 Space Rogue
70% matchMixed64% of 451 reviews2016
Dev: Red Beat
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Take on the role of a spaceship captain. Explore new worlds, and engage in intense ship-to-ship battles. Develop unique battle tactics, upgrade your ship, and recruit crew members as you fight for peace or piracy.
Why similar: Space 57%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Survival 7%, Roguelike 6.3%, Roguelite 5%
- #57 Beat Invaders
66% matchVery Positive96% of 206 reviews2022
Dev: Raffaele Picca
Windows · Linux
Beat Invaders is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up Roguelite - Fight your way through enemy fleets, unlock skills, items, ships, and upgrade them in the next run. Enjoy the smooth neon visuals matching the pushing EDM soundtrack - The perfect game to unwind.
Why similar: Space 33.9%, Action Roguelike 30.7%, Roguelite 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Shooter 6.1%
- #58 Space Scavenger
65% matchVery Positive88% of 316 reviews2021
Dev: Red Cabin Games
Windows
Action roguelike where you build and command your own spaceships. Battle enemies, explore planets and customize your ship on the fly. Make the best use of the quirky ship modules you find, ranging from slingshots to ion cannons, to try and avoid certain death.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.8%, Space 33.7%, Sci-fi 9%, Roguelike 6.9%, Shooter 5.8%
- #59 Evochron Mercenary
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 434 reviews2012
Dev: StarWraith 3D Games LLC
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 49.6%, Space Sim 24%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Flight 7.6%, Action 4.8%
- #60 Avorion
64% matchVery Positive90% of 14,391 reviews2020
Dev: Boxelware
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.7 hrsMean: 99.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 34.8%, Space Sim 32.2%, Flight 18.1%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Exploration 3%