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Games Like First Contact

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Science, Sci-fi, Puzzle, Indie.

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Strange radio bursts have been detected! Embark on an immersive adventure as you analyze radio signals coming from space, decipher hidden messages, symbols, sounds, and translate alien languages. Follow an engaging story with countless dialogues and game-changing choices.

Reviews: Positive — 100% — of 11 reviews
Released: 2020-02-21
Developer: Haguy Eis
Publisher: Eis Interactive
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 The Message from Deep Space
    97% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Applesinmypants
    Windows · Mac

    Mission: Translate an interstellar message, using the universal languages of math & science.

    Why similar: Science 41.7%, Aliens 25.6%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Puzzle 6.8%, Investigation 5.3%

  2. #2 Bagburnian Remote
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Roman Chumak
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Message from extra-terrestrial intelligence.

    Why similar: Science 45.4%, Sci-fi 15.8%, Space 13.4%, Puzzle 10.1%, Indie 9.3%

  3. #3 Machinika: Museum
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 6,121 reviews2021
    Dev: Littlefield StudioPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Welcome to the Museum! Machinika Museum is a mystery game where you discover beautiful and mysterious machines of extra-terrestrial origins in an atmospheric galaxy-spanning 3D puzzle game. Will you be able to understand their stories and discover what happened to their previous owner?

    Why similar: Science 28.3%, Aliens 21.2%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Puzzle 8.3%, Investigation 8.2%

  4. #4 Critical Point
    95% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2025
    Dev: Boxwood Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Critical Point is a retro sci-fi casual strategy game. You have to make the particle count in reactor cells exceed 4, surpassing the critical point of fission to generate energy required for interstellar voyages.

    Why similar: Science 32.1%, Aliens 19.9%, Sci-fi 9.6%, Space 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  5. #5 SPACE TOW TRUCK - ISAAC NEWTON's Favorite Puzzle Game
    94% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2021
    Dev: Eric Laflamme
    Windows

    Control gravity, orbit around black holes, and have fun mastering physics with your car in space! With this educational puzzle game, only your genius and your analytical skills can get you out of trouble after a painful car crash on the Moon!

    Why similar: Science 49.3%, Aliens 14.1%, Puzzle 10.9%, Education 10.1%, Sci-fi 6.5%

  6. #6 Signal Simulator
    94% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,022 reviews2018
    Dev: Blagovest Penev
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Game inspired by SETI. Take the role of a scientist to find an extraterrestrial signal .Control massive Radio Antennas by using interactive control in your Observatory. Detect , download and decode unknown or story telling signals. Manage and Maintain an electrical system to improve your systems and make it more efficient.

    Why similar: Science 37.6%, Aliens 35.2%, Space 12.6%, Simulation 9.4%, Indie 5.1%

  7. #7 Constellations: Beyond the edges
    93% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: Hanoi Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    After an accident at a space station, you lose all communication with the earth and are no longer able to locate yourself in space, your best chance of returning is to use the space monitoring system to identify known constellations and configure the route back home.

    Why similar: Science 45.9%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Space 13.3%, Puzzle 9.8%, Logic 8.1%

  8. #8 Starfall
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SolarmPub: Solhenge
    Windows

    A space adventure with retro gfx from the golden age of quest gaming with real type-in commands, puzzles to solve and challenging minigames.

    Why similar: Aliens 30.2%, Sci-fi 17.8%, Space 16.3%, Puzzle 11.8%, Adventure 10.6%

  9. #9 Ecocoru : Euclidean Constructions -- Compass & Ruler
    91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Sergey Krasnikov
    Windows

    Ecocoru is a puzzle game where you have to solve compass and ruler construction problems.

    Why similar: Science 54.2%, Puzzle 12.5%, Logic 10.7%, Education 6.7%, Minimalist 5.9%

  10. #10 Escape: The Research Center
    90% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Woodcrest Games, LLC
    Windows

    Trapped by your colleague Victor in a mysterious research center, surrounded by strange science projects and an unknown toxin coursing through your veins...it's up to you to explore, find clues, and solve the puzzles. Will you escape The Research Center?

    Why similar: Science 53.2%, Puzzle 13.1%, Adventure 9.4%, Mystery 7.9%, Investigation 7.3%

  11. #11 Professor Lupo and his Horrible Pets
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2019
    Dev: BeautiFun Games
    Windows · Mac

    Become the most epic intern of all times (or at least save your own neck), in this frantic puzzle-adventure game infested with aliens ! Created by the studio behind the award-winning game "Nihilumbra".

    Why similar: Aliens 33%, Puzzle 17.9%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Adventure 13.3%, Space 10.8%

  12. #12 OMEGA SPACE
    89% matchNo user reviews100% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: greencode S.r.l.s.
    Windows

    Ω-SPACE - The last dimension you can reach

    Why similar: Science 30.5%, Aliens 24.9%, Space 12.6%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Retro 5.5%

  13. #13 The Twin Paradox
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 113 reviews2024
    Dev: Beyond Standard Games
    Windows · Linux

    The Twin paradox is an RPG where you must prepare yourself for the first time travel. Make decisions, explore, and learn real science with the scientists of the "Beyond" laboratory. It's up to you to make the journey a success.

    Why similar: Science 49%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Space 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Education 6.2%

  14. #14 Machinika: Atlas
    88% matchMostly Positive76% of 557 reviews2024
    Dev: Littlefield StudioPub: Dear Villagers
    Windows

    Machinika: Atlas is an indie puzzle game and is the direct sequel to Machinika: Museum, you play as a museum researcher who just land on Atlas. Will you unravel the mysteries of the alien vessel? Solve cryptic puzzles to find out what happened!

    Why similar: Aliens 20.9%, Science 18.6%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Space 10.3%, Puzzle 9.2%

  15. #15 Lands of XON
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: imagoFX
    Windows

    Lost in an alien world, surrounded by unfamiliar landscape and foreign technology, you need to find the way back home. Explore, discover and solve the mysteries of this strange place.

    Why similar: Science 31.1%, Aliens 29.4%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Puzzle 8.7%, Logic 7.4%

  16. #16 Deadline:Aphelion
    85% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: MerlynPub: Merlyn Games
    Windows

    In Deadline: Aphelion, you play as a mercenary tasked with defending the research facility from the hordes of alien spiders that have been drawn to it.

    Why similar: Science 53%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Aliens 14.4%, Space 13.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  17. #17 Episode 1: MissionKT
    87% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: TheBeamerLLC
    Windows · Mac

    Just before a meteor crash triggers the ultimate demise of dinosaurs you have a chance to play MissionKT and explore their world. Discover how much stardust you have inherited from T-Rex. Find the hidden treasure. Interact with dinosaurs. Escape from Earth before the meteor seals your fate.

    Why similar: Science 52.6%, Sci-fi 18.2%, Adventure 15.4%, Education 10.4%, Indie 3.5%

  18. #18 Planetary Settlers
    86% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2018
    Dev: Leveler Games
    Windows

    Planetary Settlers is a family friendly game with real benefits! Learn about the solar system as you play. Experience realistic gravity as you control Blue 42 on each planet, completing mini games, uncovering secrets, solving puzzles, and completing quizzes to enhance your abilities!

    Why similar: Science 42.2%, Aliens 13.8%, Space 13%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Education 9.1%

  19. #19 Mesektet
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Point & Pixel AdventuresPub: Point and Pixel Adventures
    Windows · Linux

    The recent discovery of an archaeological site has piqued the Vatican's interest, so Elizabeth has traveled to Turkey with the objective of investigating the hill of Göbekli Tepe, where the unearthed ruins of the ancient religious sanctuary could reveal the origin of civilization.

    Why similar: Aliens 32.9%, Sci-fi 15.7%, Investigation 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Puzzle 8.9%

  20. #20 K37-D
    84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: ShadowBlade Games
    Windows

    In the year 2204 an average engineer gets an ordinary job offer that ends up being a lot more than he bargained for...

    Why similar: Science 39.5%, Sci-fi 15%, Space 11.8%, Puzzle 7.2%, Mystery 6.5%

  21. #21 Gravarior
    83% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: OtogiCoffeeShop
    Windows

    Gravarior is a shooting action puzzle game in which the main character, Graver, who can manipulate gravity up and down at will, tries to steal the energy hidden in the depth of a discarded ship. The ship is filled with obstacles and mysterious creatures such as Anoi. Let's overcome the difficulties!

    Why similar: Science 30.5%, Aliens 28.6%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Space 9.7%, Puzzle 9%

  22. #22 End Gate - The Last Passenger
    82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Yggdrasil StudioPub: Yggdrasil
    Windows

    You wake up, alone, in a hypersleep box, with no memories left. You find yourself in an enormous space station, orbiting with a strange asteroid, around a gigantic black hole. And now, it's time to search, everywhere, to understand who you were. And most importantly, what's left to do here.

    Why similar: Science 30.5%, Aliens 24.6%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Space 9.7%, Investigation 8.6%

  23. #23 Newton's Fourth Law
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 214 reviews2025
    Dev: Newtonian Studios
    Windows

    Fight against brain-rot in this story-driven educational physics puzzle game. You will need to learn and apply high school physics concepts to solve increasingly challenging problems and uncover a galaxy spanning plot. When you have finished, you will be able to take a college level physics course.

    Why similar: Science 39.2%, Aliens 17%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Education 9.3%, Puzzle 8.6%

  24. #24 Ziode Shadow
    82% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: Middle Man Games
    Windows

    WARNING: This game requires you to think for yourself! Ziode Shadow is a 2D platform/puzzle game about a hungover planet explorer, and his unwanted bot companion. He must utilize many different objects, and manipulate his surroundings, enabling both him, and his support pod to navigate the terrain.

    Why similar: Science 33%, Aliens 26.5%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Puzzle 9.4%, Space 8.8%

  25. #25 IFO
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 103 reviews2022
    Dev: Lucas Le Slo
    Windows · Mac

    A spaceship simulator for aliens, an ever-changing rule discovery puzzle for humans.

    Why similar: Aliens 46.1%, Puzzle 16%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Space 9.9%, Point & Click 5%

  26. #26 Moon Corp. Tower Defense
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Kite Shield Interactive
    Windows

    Be the ultimate CEO and military strategist in this genre fusion of strategy and business management. Create your own company, hire employees, research weapon technology, and take control of units on the battlefield to defend the moon against an alien invasion. Aliens down, profits up!

    Why similar: Science 37%, Aliens 33.7%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Space 6.9%, Simulation 4.6%

  27. #27 Portal Journey: Portarius
    80% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2018
    Dev: Dmitry Poznukhov
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Open a portal and begin your journey! Teleport rocks, water and your spaceship. Immerse in handcrafted colorful worlds, solve puzzles and be the first at the center of the Earth.

    Why similar: Science 42.8%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Puzzle 12.2%, Space 10.6%, Adventure 10.6%

  28. #28 Mars: The New Eden
    79% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
    Dev: CGGAMES
    Windows

    End of the 21st century. New technologies allowed the realization of a great dream of humanity: the colonization of the red planet. However, something went wrong, which could compromise the viability of this project. Embark on this adventure guiding our hero Rick and unravel the mysteries of Mars.

    Why similar: Aliens 33.7%, Space 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Adventure 11%

  29. #29 Locator
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Empty Exhibit
    Windows

    A Geoguessr-inspired detective game set on an alien planet. Pinpoint the exact locations of photos to track down missing archeologist Abigail Lidari. Cross-reference journal entries, decipher cryptic symbols, and uncover the mysteries of an ancient civilization.

    Why similar: Science 24.5%, Aliens 15.6%, Investigation 12.5%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Puzzle 8.8%

  30. #30 Tales of Esferia: Araxis
    78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
    Dev: Arctic Pixels
    Windows

    A story-driven puzzle adventure with a shared spotlight between two intergalactic freelancers who get dragged into a series of peculiar events happening on a strange alien planet.

    Why similar: Aliens 35.8%, Puzzle 13.8%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Adventure 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

  31. #31 Dustdrive: The Lightspeed Project
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tavernpunk Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A minimalist factory puzzle game about reaching the speed of light. Build an experimental engine that runs off galactic dust to accelerate your ship to impossible speeds. Match dust signatures carefully and manage your energy to avoid Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly!

    Why similar: Science 53.3%, Space 15.3%, Puzzle 12.1%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Simulation 4.7%

  32. #32 Ghosts of Ancient Io
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: E. W. Bangle
    Windows

    Who are the Ghosts of Ancient Io? You’ll find out when a chill intergalactic trip turns into a slightly retro single-player platform survival adventure filled with puzzles to solve, aliens to befriend, and a giant fire-breathing slug named Ember.

    Why similar: Science 30%, Aliens 28.9%, Adventure 10.7%, Puzzle 10.6%, Sci-fi 10.4%

  33. #33 Chimp Memory
    76% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Windmill's Light
    Windows

    Chimp Memory is a logical puzzle game and memory challenge. Take on the same tests faced by lab monkeys and prove your memory skills are sharper than theirs. Can you outperform the primates? Test yourself and find out!

    Why similar: Science 63.1%, Education 14.5%, Logic 10.6%, Simulation 6.9%, Indie 2.3%

  34. #34 WaterMeasure
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Li Zheng
    Windows

    Given a 5-liter cup and a 3-liter cup, how measure 4 liters of water?

    Why similar: Science 56.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Education 10.3%, Puzzle 7.9%, Minimalist 7.9%

  35. #35 Seven Days Until Morning
    75% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: Foamy
    Windows

    Seven Days Until Morning is an atmospheric horror game that leaves you isolated on the dwarf planet of Pluto. You play as a survivor of the collapse of humanity. Escape the end and survive to see the morning.

    Why similar: Science 39.6%, Aliens 20.3%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Space 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  36. #36 Exographer
    73% matchVery Positive95% of 130 reviews2024
    Dev: SciFunGamesPub: Abylight Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Exographer is an exploration game based on science. Become an explorer, stranded in an alien planet, and discover the secrets of an extinct civilization. Gain new powers to avoid dangers and obstacles in your journey, and use your camera to reveal particles and hidden clues.

    Why similar: Science 50.4%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Puzzle 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Investigation 7.9%

  37. #37 Odyssey - The Story of Science
    75% matchMostly Positive75% of 305 reviews2017
    Dev: The Young Socratics
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Odyssey is an enchanting and innovative science adventure game. Help Kai and her family escape their captors on the Wretched Islands - and learn the history of astronomy, mechanics, and scientific reasoning as you read Kai's journal and solve puzzles along the way!

    Why similar: Science 60.2%, Education 12.6%, Puzzle 11.8%, Adventure 10.1%, Indie 5.3%

  38. #38 Unstable Scientific
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Castle Soodalkov
    Windows

    Rescue scientists, build your own lab, and discover the secret of Toromiro Island in this intricate pixel art platformer!

    Why similar: Science 57.5%, Sci-fi 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Adventure 6.5%, Indie 4.7%

  39. #39 The Universe of Red Hope
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Shelby County Video Game DevelopmentPub: Mathematics Firms of Memphis
    Windows

    A classic fantasy MMORPG powered by uMMORPG—discover dungeons, fight powerful creatures, forge rare equipment, and shape a living world alongside hundreds of players.

    Why similar: Science 51.8%, Sci-fi 17.1%, Space 13.4%, Education 10.1%, Simulation 5.6%

  40. #40 ARCA-102
    73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Atale Studios
    Windows

    Face logic challenges in this Escape Room game, where every second counts! Join Mirra, your mercenary partner, to uncover the mysteries of an abandoned colonizer ship on an unknown planet.

    Why similar: Aliens 18.5%, Space 18.2%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Mystery 11.7%, Puzzle 11.7%

  41. #41 Beyonders
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Project Whitecard
    Windows

    Beyonders follows a 5-person co-op elite space crew (including one dog!) sent across the solar system to investigate anomalies, recover lost assets, and survive extreme environments. Using the scientific method and cooperative engineering, players complete missions. "Could it be aliens? Never!"

    Why similar: Science 34.6%, Aliens 13.7%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Education 9.4%, Space 8.8%

  42. #42 Xentra Station
    71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Klemen ZagarPub: Sektor 13 Games
    Windows

    Xentra Station is a retro-inspired 2D shooting platform set in a futuristic mysterious world.

    Why similar: Aliens 46.1%, Space 16%, Sci-fi 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Retro 5.5%

  43. #43 Borderline Enigma
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Eyüp Korkmaz
    Windows

    Our Empire is spreading thin through the galaxy. Your responsibility is to assist your comrades on our newly founded colony. Keep your station operational at all cost. Your pivotal role may shape destiny. And don't forget: Humanity Above All!

    Why similar: Science 33.1%, Aliens 28.6%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Space 10.9%, Simulation 4.1%

  44. #44 Eclipstation
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: PillowAndBaby
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore an abandoned space station, navigate through dangerous sectors, observe hostile creatures, use items, and experiment with crafting to push forward and uncover what happened here.

    Why similar: Science 32.1%, Aliens 26.1%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Space 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  45. #45 Super Rebellion
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2019
    Dev: Colossus Game Studio
    Windows · Mac

    The humanity succumbed against the power of a aliens intergalactic empire, but managed to organize and establish a resistance army. Join the rebellious seekers of peace and help them defeat the evil that haunts the Earth.

    Why similar: Aliens 87.2%, Sci-fi 4.4%, Space 3.7%, Indie 2.3%, Retro 1.7%

  46. #46 Red Entropy
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: attheAltar
    Windows

    14000000000000000 years in the future our sun is re-discovered by the last remains of humanity looking for any resources left in a dying universe.

    Why similar: Aliens 44.8%, Sci-fi 18.5%, Puzzle 12.1%, Adventure 6.6%, Logic 4.6%

  47. #47 Molecule - a chemical challenge
    71% matchMostly Positive71% of 28 reviews2018
    Dev: a.mighty.dish
    Windows

    Discover molecules and learn about science in this addictive Sokoban-style puzzle game!

    Why similar: Science 63.7%, Education 12.6%, Indie 11.9%, Puzzle 11.8%

  48. #48 At the Dream End 2 - Beyond Gods
    69% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: MMM
    Windows

    How does one confront the unfathomable horror of knowing too much, of peering into the abyss and finding a reflection of their own insignificance? Story-driven point-and-click adventure game with tons of lore and intriguing concepts about the universe, bio-experiments, and life itself.

    Why similar: Aliens 33.2%, Science 33.2%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Space 8.6%, Adventure 6.6%

  49. #49 Sol 705
    70% matchMostly Positive70% of 27 reviews2020
    Dev: Land Patricio - Space Indie StudiosPub: Land Patricio - Space Indie Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A hilarious point and click graphic adventure in the best spirit of the '90s where you play as a young man and his friends in a personal quest that will turn their passion for progressive rock and UFOs into a real intergalactic mess... If they manage to survive school !

    Why similar: Aliens 30.3%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Investigation 8.6%, Puzzle 8.4%

  50. #50 Color Lab
    69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Neko Games
    Windows

    Color Lab is a puzzle game in which you let the correct colors to be routed to the correct destinations. Multiple color operators are available for operation on colors. Try to use some logic and mathematics to figure out those RGB things.

    Why similar: Science 46.8%, Puzzle 17%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Logic 14.6%, Indie 2.7%

  51. #51 遥远的光
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hotgame
    Windows

    In this 2D ARPG,you will play as a human who has been kidnapped by alien poachers. After being rescued by the Galactic Animal Protection Organization, you choose to join and embark on an adventure across the galaxy.

    Why similar: Aliens 51.3%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Adventure 7.9%, Multiple Endings 3.3%

  52. #52 ChromaScape
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Christian Balusek
    Windows

    A puzzle game based on chromatic aberration. Through the use of different lenses you guide your character to the goal. Split, bend, and block the different colors of light to navigate to the goals and complete every level.

    Why similar: Science 36.4%, Puzzle 16.1%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Logic 7.9%

  53. #53 Looking For Fael
    68% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Swing Swing SubmarinePub: ARTE France
    Windows

    Hello, this is Fael... Listen, this is going to sound strange, but... I think I'm lost in the apartment. Right now... I... I don't know where I am. Can you come and help me?

    Why similar: Science 38%, Investigation 11.7%, Puzzle 11.7%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Logic 7.8%

  54. #54 Next Earth: The Journey Trilogy™
    70% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Minsan
    Windows

    Arcade action meets puzzle adventure. Slow down and speed up space. Collect all the fuel cells. Then get to the exit while avoiding the Octians before the timer runs out.

    Why similar: Science 34.1%, Aliens 27.1%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Space 10.5%, Puzzle 7.1%

  55. #55 Signal Station
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Cherrypick Games
    Windows

    Remote listening station. 1984. You're the operator decoding an impossible signal using oscilloscopes, tape machines, and analog equipment. Align satellites. Analyze waveforms. Make choices that determine humanity's response. Multiple endings. DISCOVER THE TRUTH!

    Why similar: Science 31%, Aliens 30.6%, Sci-fi 11%, Puzzle 8.4%, Mystery 6%

  56. #56 Celestial Anomalies: A Cosmic Exploration of Graphical Models Of Reasoning
    67% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Michael Livanos
    Windows · Mac

    A narrative puzzle adventure of aliens, mystery, and machine learning. Use AI tools to investigate the paranormal and uncover how machines reason under uncertainty through powerful graphical models of reasoning.

    Why similar: Aliens 31%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Investigation 10.3%, Education 10.2%, Puzzle 9.3%

  57. #57 Uncle Lee’s Cookbook: Five Recipes for Disaster
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Relatively Painless GamesPub: Dionous Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Uncle Lee has done it again. It’s up to you to pick up the pieces. Join rebellious teen Ines as she deals with the fallout of her uncle Lee’s experiments/inventions/cooking, in a modern point & click adventure in five self-contained episodes.

    Why similar: Science 44.7%, Puzzle 13.7%, Sci-fi 12%, Adventure 9.6%, Point & Click 7.6%

  58. #58 BioDive
    66% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2024
    Dev: Hot Chocolate Productions
    Windows

    Led to a remote exoplanet by a distress signal, B3-4K discovers a laboratory under the surface of the planet. Push blocks, flip levers, and turn mirrors to solve puzzles and explore the mysteries of the laboratory.

    Why similar: Aliens 28.9%, Sci-fi 22.9%, Puzzle 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Adventure 6.1%

  59. #59 Solarium
    68% matchMixed69% of 130 reviews2017
    Dev: Sunfleck Software
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    Challenge yourself. What do you really know about plants? Want to find out? And win some points to build your own custom plants? Then welcome to Solarium!

    Why similar: Science 57.6%, Adventure 13.5%, Education 13%, Simulation 11.5%, Indie 4.3%

  60. #60 MiTOSSis
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Allen Institute
    Windows

    A biology puzzle with real microscopy data

    Why similar: Science 76.2%, Education 13%, Puzzle 10.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%

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