Games Like Fairywren

Transport cargo in this challenging flight through the void of space! Listen to your co-pilot's warnings; manage your fuel, grapple with gravity physics and meteors. Expand your fleet with brand new, massive ships using the money earned from deliveries!

Why similar: Space Sim 38.9%, Flight 23.5%, Simulation 13.7%, Exploration 6%, Space 5.1%

See the galaxy through the eyes of a trader. Hundreds of years after humanity took to the stars, you're free to buy, fight, explore, and build your way to power. Shape economies, form alliances, and influence the systems that control trade, tech, and politics.

Why similar: Space Sim 29.9%, Flight 16.2%, Trading 13.3%, Space 8.7%, Economy 8.5%

Fly real astrodynamics from an Apollo-era DSKY. Plan Lambert transfers, mine asteroids, build a fleet, and survive a 38-body solar system where every trajectory is solved from Kepler's equation. No autopilot, no cheating.

Why similar: Space Sim 39.9%, 1980s 18.3%, Simulation 13.6%, Exploration 6.3%, Space 6.1%

You're the only human in a huge, robotic space ship, flying at incredible speeds through deep space. Your mission: find and settle a new planet where humanity can thrive. Combat is inevitable, but you'll need more than flying skills to succeed.

Why similar: Space Sim 37.3%, Flight 32.6%, Simulation 11.2%, Space 10.9%, Sci-fi 4.3%

The Human Race had advanced to the point where we could travel among the stars, we developed giant automated machines to help us colonise other worlds, but there was a fault in their programming and they turned and attacked. Forcing us to lay a trap to protect Earth and exiling the Human race to stay on Earth once again.

Why similar: Space Sim 29.6%, Simulation 14.4%, Space 14.3%, Trading 12.9%, Flight 10.6%

Cattle Hyperdrive is a space trucking open world game that takes place across the solar system.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.8%, Flight 24.3%, 2.5D 14.6%, Trading 9%, Economy 8%

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 Sim 35.4%, Space 16%, Flight 13.5%, Simulation 9.9%, Economy 9.2%

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 52.4%, Space 13.8%, Simulation 11.6%, Trading 8.9%, Economy 5.2%

In a star system with three stars exhibiting the three-body problem, pilot Earth equipped with massive nuclear fusion engines. Players must strategically toggle multiple engines on and off to keep Earth's orbit within the habitable zone, ensuring the continued development of human civilization.

Why similar: Space Sim 43.4%, Flight 28.7%, Simulation 15.7%, Space 7.5%, Sci-fi 4.3%

Mine a vast, lonely asteroid field at the edge of a giant solar system. Tear ore from drifting rocks, haul it back to the station, and upgrade a rust-bucket into a roaring hauler. Dodge mini-suns, the sun, and a black hole — and clear the whole field to win.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.5%, Flight 21.1%, Trading 11.8%, Economy 8.3%, Space 7.4%

Operate a spacecraft at the edge of a singularity. Use realistic orbital mechanics and Newtonian physics to explore a star system around a black hole and what lies beyond.

Why similar: Space Sim 37.1%, Flight 32.5%, Space 8.7%, Simulation 8.2%, Sci-fi 6.9%

The top-down space sim. Fly, trade, and fight in a galaxy shaped by simulated history, where production, freight, and war reshape a living economy.

Why similar: Space Sim 44.9%, Trading 12.3%, Space 10.8%, Simulation 9.4%, Sci-fi 7%

Master physics in this hardcore orbital simulator where Einstein’s theories come to life. Plot trajectories and manipulate spacetime via general relativity, time dilation, and length contraction. Command your starship, outrun time, and explore a universe governed by real physics.

Why similar: Space Sim 45.6%, Flight 30%, Simulation 16.8%, Space 7%, Singleplayer 0.5%

In the midst of a seemingly hopeless war among the stars, take control of highly customizable spacefighters to experience classic space combat action throughout a story-driven campaign.

Why similar: Space Sim 54.5%, Space 13.1%, Simulation 9.5%, Sci-fi 9%, Retro 8.3%

Leaving the formation is a story-driven sci-fi combat simulation based on honest Newtonian flight physics.

Why similar: Space Sim 46.3%, Flight 24.9%, Simulation 12.6%, Space 11%, Sci-fi 4.6%

Captain your ship in a persistent, true-scale Milky Way. Explore, trade, mine, hack, or turn pirate. Outfit your ship, establish stations and planetary structures, and direct MI and programmable AMI systems to keep operations running while you're logged out.

Why similar: Space Sim 28.9%, Flight 13.7%, Trading 12.5%, Real Time Tactics 10.7%, Economy 7%

Fly a rented corporate vessel in a procedurally-generated universe, navigate risky routes, profit from changing markets before the opportunity disappears and you lose it all. Take jobs, navigate the markets, smuggle, lie. Do everything in order to keep flying.

Why similar: Space Sim 50.5%, Simulation 17.1%, Economy 9.5%, Space 6.1%, Inventory Management 5.2%

¿Podrás encontrar la manera de alimentar a los planetas vivientes y evitar su destrucción inminente? Enfréntate a los furtivos, sortea la vigilancia de la policía y desata el potencial de tu nave mientras te sumerges en una narrativa épica y te llevará más allá de las fronteras de lo conocido.

Why similar: Space Sim 50.6%, Flight 30.6%, Exploration 7.8%, Sci-fi 5.7%, Colorful 4.6%

Beltlife: Prospector is a GUI-based "hard" sci-fi business/work sim with economy simulation and RPG elements. Your focus is on maintaining your ship's systems and your health while prospecting for asteroid claims to auction on simulated markets.

Why similar: Space Sim 25.2%, Economy 13.4%, Space 13.2%, Simulation 12.9%, Inventory Management 9.5%

PlanetDrop - A Tiny Space Adventure is a computer game where you command a spaceship in an orbit of a planet. Your primary task is to capture "drop zones" with your shuttles and commandos. You rely on stealth, agility and speed, rather than on firepower.

Why similar: Space Sim 37.5%, Flight 21.9%, Real Time Tactics 18.8%, Simulation 13.4%, Sci-fi 4.1%

"Sirius-4" is a plot-oriented space simulator that gives the player complete freedom of action as a hired pilot of the "Sirius" unit. The action takes place on the outskirts of human space during a turbulent time for the galaxy after a global war.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.5%, Flight 27.4%, Simulation 15.1%, Space 8.4%, Trading 8.1%

Orbital Salvager is a 2D space arcade simulation about mastering orbital mechanics to recover salvage ships from planetary orbit and deliver them to a salvage depot on time. Tether and tow salvage in various orbital patterns, manage fuel, and avoid obstacles in the daily and campaign modes.

Why similar: Space Sim 43.8%, Flight 28.7%, Space 12.8%, Simulation 10%, Resource Management 3.2%

Captain your own starship in this 2D, open-world space-sim. Command your crew as you explore, trade, mine, smuggle, steal and fight your way across the milky-way galaxy with real-time, tactical combat.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.1%, Real Time Tactics 21.6%, Simulation 9.6%, Tactical 7%, Space 6.1%

Jump into hyper speed and hold tight as you experience this galactic ride. Mars, Venus, Earth, the Stars and much more as you dive deeper into space. Remember the galaxy is vast and your journey starts here.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.4%, Flight 36.1%, Space 11.9%, Simulation 11%, Singleplayer 0.6%

X²: The Threat is of a new generation of space simulator games, you play the role of Julian Gardna who continues the story set by X: Beyond The Frontier. The updated graphics engine gives the universe a fresher feel with newly designed ships and stations adding to the complexity of the universe.

Why similar: Space Sim 30.2%, Space 17.1%, Trading 12%, Simulation 10.5%, Flight 10.5%

A first-person space sim set in the real solar system at true scale, with every planet where it actually is today. Dock at the ISS, take contracts, survey planets, mine moons, haul cargo and fight pirates across genuine interplanetary distances as you rise from cadet to major.

Why similar: Space Sim 51.2%, Space 12.2%, Simulation 11.1%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Exploration 6.6%

Take the helm of a state-of-the-art warship as you fight epic space battles in a sandbox campaign. Upgrade and customize your ship, master the art of maneuvering, and use a blend of tactical prowess and heavy firepower to overcome deadly threats.

Why similar: Space Sim 30.3%, Flight 19%, Trading 12.4%, Economy 8.6%, Space 8.4%

Captain a space freighter on its perilous voyage to deliver vital supplies to the Parvin Frontier! Select your crew, then lead and command their efforts to manage the ship's navigation, engineering, weapons, and more on the fly as crises and obstacles arise in real time.

Why similar: Space Sim 48.1%, 1980s 16.7%, Simulation 12.3%, Space 11.5%, Sci-fi 5.9%

Guardian Above the Domes is a real-time artillery game built around realistic orbital mechanics. Bombard the enemy from a lone space station, defend the last domed cities on an airless planet, and uncover its lost history alongside a cat-shaped AI.

Why similar: Space Sim 44%, Flight 15.4%, Real Time Tactics 12.4%, Simulation 11.1%, Space 6.9%

In GravBoost, gravity is your greatest ally and your deadliest foe. Master the art of the gravitational slingshot to intercept orbital targets. Manage your fuel and time wisely in this physics-driven space sim where precision is the only way to survive the cosmic pull.

Why similar: Space Sim 46.3%, Flight 26%, Simulation 14.4%, Space 8.1%, Sci-fi 4.7%

A 2D space agency simulator where every object follows the same orbital physics. Land on moons, build colonies, deploy satellites, and reshape entire planetary systems. Deorbit a moon if you want.

Why similar: Space Sim 37.7%, Flight 20%, Space 9.2%, 2.5D 8.8%, Economy 7.6%

Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion?

Why similar: Space Sim 57%, Space 13.7%, Flight 13%, Simulation 12.1%, Sci-fi 2.9%

Homeplanet is a space combat simulator with Newtonian physics and a story-driven campaign. Step into the boots of a combat pilot of the Troiden clan! Take part in the saga of exile from your home world—and the struggle to conquer a new one.

Why similar: Space Sim 48.3%, Flight 28.4%, Space 11.6%, Simulation 8.4%, Sci-fi 3%

FPS is a Sci-Fi cargo pilot sim, with an engaging emergent mission-driven storyline, with a real-time economy with free flight and trading, on an alien world to explore. All in customizable upgradeable, well-simulated VTOL craft with real weather, and flight dynamics.

Why similar: Flight 28.5%, Space Sim 25.7%, Trading 11.7%, Economy 10.1%, Space 7.9%

Advanced First Person Space Flight Combat Simulation.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.9%, Flight 26.7%, Simulation 9.6%, Space 8.2%, Tactical 7.9%

Our goal is to depict the possibilities of space exploration & combat within a realistic environment- to emphasize the "science" in science-fiction. Key features to include: proper orbital mechanics for all objects in space, detailed ship system control, functionality, inter-dependency & damage reaction.

Why similar: Space Sim 68.5%, Simulation 21.3%, Space 10.2%

Launch a rocket. Extend the Antenna. Set your internet service price and start making money. Oh and shoot down asteroids if they threaten your satellites.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.2%, Flight 25.5%, Economy 10.7%, Space 10%, 2.5D 10%

Doppelganger is a a top-down tactical space game. Command your ship, route power to critical systems, and outsmart enemy fleets. Earn points to upgrade your weapons and defenses.

Why similar: Space Sim 39.5%, Real Time Tactics 21.1%, 1980s 15.6%, 2.5D 13.4%, Simulation 10.1%

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 Sim 47.9%, Flight 18.1%, Space 13.5%, Simulation 11.4%, Sci-fi 5.3%

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: Space Sim 33.6%, Real Time Tactics 16%, 1980s 15.7%, Simulation 10.6%, Space 5.9%

A futuristic sci-fi persistent universe exploration game with one million stars and 18 million planets and moons. Fly your ship to any star and explore its solar system. Claiming stars, planets and moons will make them yours forever - other players will see your discoveries and you will see theirs.

Why similar: Space Sim 53%, Simulation 18.8%, Exploration 8.3%, Space 7.7%, Sci-fi 6.2%

Lasers, blasters, black holes and a lot of enemies... All this is in the endless space, the expanses of which you have to clean up from enemies!

Why similar: Space Sim 31.7%, Flight 22.4%, 1980s 20.1%, Space 8.2%, Simulation 7.1%

VRAstroSmash is a seated, casual scifi arcade style shooting VR only game. Destroy asteroids, space junk, and UFO'S. Up to 4k textures and 150000 polys. Ship auto upgrades through the game progression, such as auto fire, ship repair, increased weapon cooling, and flight controls.

Why similar: Space Sim 39.2%, Flight 27%, Space 10%, Simulation 8.4%, Retro 5.9%

Two players. One ship. Infinite chaos. Deliver cargo across the galaxy, upgrade your ship, and try not to explode — or each other.

Why similar: Space Sim 39.7%, Flight 34.7%, Space 11.6%, Simulation 9.7%, Sci-fi 4.4%

Explore the galaxy, trade in simulated economies, and hunt down pirates in this handcrafted 2D space simulator. Work from a scrappy shuttle to grand capital ships.

Why similar: Space Sim 42.5%, Flight 25.5%, Economy 12.1%, Space 8%, Simulation 7.3%

A first-person sci-fi cargo flight sim. Pilot a physics-driven lander, plan risky routes, manage fuel and heavy cargo, and repair systems mid-flight. Explore the cabin, mine resources, and build Equilibrium Arrays. Earn credits and upgrade your ship.

Why similar: Space Sim 38.6%, Flight 21.4%, Simulation 8.2%, Economy 8.1%, Space 6.6%

Build spacecraft with a realistic part-based editor and fight multiplayer orbital wars using Keplerian, Newtonian, and patched-conics flight. Engage with lasers, railguns, missiles, and EW in fast, decisive battles shaped by strategy and logistics.

Why similar: Space Sim 48.8%, Real Time Tactics 15.4%, Simulation 12.7%, Space 9.4%, Sci-fi 7.5%

A first-person space sim and persistent career roguelite where you build your own ship and live in it. Take contracts from human and alien factions in a procedural galaxy at war, grow from a micro-vessel to a capital ship, and make one life count.

Why similar: Space Sim 39.7%, Real Time Tactics 17%, Simulation 9.1%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Space 8.2%

Embark on an epic 3D space shooter adventure featuring dynamic space combat and thrilling planetary exploration. Battle in single or multiplayer modes from 1v1 to 5v5, strategizing to achieve victory through base destruction, resource collection, or base capture. Dominate with our ranking system!

Why similar: Space Sim 41.1%, Flight 28.2%, Simulation 9.6%, Tactical 7.1%, Space 7%

Caught in the middle of a violent conflict on the fringe of the galaxy — your ability to survive will depend on your piloting skills and combat savvy as a mercenary space fighter. But, as you explore the vastly detailed world of Tachyon: The Fringe, you will often find that the most powerful weapon on your ship is in your head.

Why similar: Space Sim 61.6%, Simulation 24.1%, Space 14.3%

Space. Ships. Resources. Trading. Production. Combat. Mine ore, haul cargo, and find profitable trade routes. Buy and capture ships, build your fleet, construct stations, and develop your production. Start with your first ship. Build your empire!

Why similar: Space Sim 42.8%, Flight 17.6%, Economy 12.1%, Space 10.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Mardori is a spaceshooter game with aspects of ARPG's. Upgrade your ship with various materials from missions, craft your equipment with damage or defense mods., create new weapons using blueprints, unlock new missions with Stargate.

Why similar: Space Sim 39.9%, Flight 25.4%, Simulation 12.2%, Space 12%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Sector One takes you on a journey through 6 different worlds, where your goal is to fly your spaceship as long as you can, neutralizing enemies on the way. Each world offers a unique visual experience but also comes with different kinds of challenges that you need to overcome.

Why similar: Space Sim 44.8%, Flight 29.7%, Simulation 10.7%, Space 8%, Sci-fi 6.4%

INTERASTRA is a fully immersive first-person sci-fi survival adventure game set in outer space. Discover unknown planets differing in weather conditions, resources, and various mysteries. Craft necessary equipment, launch, and control space rockets, explore the universe, and survive among the stars.

Why similar: Space Sim 34%, Flight 22.2%, Inventory Management 9.5%, Space 8.8%, Sci-fi 6.2%

Take command of your ship. Explore a dangerous, faction-driven world. Build, customize and push your ship through grounded sci-fi warfare to forge your own destiny.

Why similar: Space Sim 29%, Flight 23.5%, Real Time Tactics 20.1%, Tactical 7.3%, Simulation 6.8%

Take command of the Space Shuttle as it embarks on various missions to the Hubble Space Telescope. Fly the shuttle in a full landing simulation based on real physics and flight dynamics.

Why similar: Space Sim 45.3%, Flight 39.5%, Simulation 14.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%

A 2D pixel-art score-chaser built on real orbital mechanics. Launch, pitch over, coast, and circularise into the exact orbit each contract asks for, then hold it for one full lap before the fuel runs out. Ten missions, three hulls, and a gold tier tuned past the developers' own autopilot.

Why similar: Space Sim 42.8%, Flight 28.1%, Simulation 16%, Space 7%, Sci-fi 5.7%

Space Mercs is an extreme arcade space combat game where the amount of projectiles and lasers on-screen is only toppled by the amount of stars in the universe! Will you be able to complete all the mercenary missions and become the best pilot in the Galaxy?

Why similar: Space Sim 39.9%, Flight 25.3%, Space 10%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Simulation 6.9%

Humanity is gone, but the machines never stopped producing, and now there's cargo to move. As a robot space trucker, you’ll jump between systems, navigate astronomical planetary distances, upgrade your junk-hauler, and keep the galaxy's commerce alive. People may be gone but the job's never done!

Why similar: Space Sim 43.8%, Flight 29.2%, Simulation 15.2%, Space 5.9%, Inventory Management 5.7%

You are the new hot shot space Cadet fresh out of the Terran Space Force academy in the year 2247 when the alien invasion of the solar system begins. Fly your spaceship through planetary landscapes firing advanced technology weapons and managing ship subsystems to defeat waves of enemies.

Why similar: Space Sim 38.1%, Flight 16.1%, Space 14.7%, Tactical 13.7%, Sci-fi 9.2%