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Games Like Flyout

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Physics, Simulation, Sandbox, Flight.

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Build and fly realistic aircraft. Use free-form fuselage and wing editor tools and tune your engines to recreate aircraft from any era or design your own.

Reviews: Very Positive — 82% — of 2,273 reviews
Released: 2023-11-17
Developer: Stonext Games
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Early Access
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 2.7 hrs
Mean playtime: 19.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 61%

Overview

Flyout stands out for its unparalleled depth in free-form aircraft design and realistic aerodynamic physics, catering to players who enjoy the engineering process as much as the flight itself. These recommendations focus on titles that prioritize complex vehicle construction, high-fidelity flight simulation, and physics-based sandbox environments.

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  1. #1 SimplePlanes
    97% matchVery Positive93% of 10,898 reviews2015
    Dev: Jundroo, LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Build airplanes by snapping parts together, designing wing sections, and attaching engines. At any time, you can strap yourself into the cockpit and see how it flies with realistic physics. If you're not in the mood for building, over 100,000 airplanes are available to download for free.

    Why similar: Flight 38.8%, Sandbox 16.9%, Military 14.5%, Building 14.4%, Physics 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar accessible yet deep aircraft building experience with a focus on physics-based flight.

  2. #2 VTOL VR
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 21,746 reviews2017
    Dev: Boundless Dynamics, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls.

    Why similar: Flight 48.9%, Military 16.9%, Simulation 10.1%, Physics 9.7%, Sandbox 9%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides an immersive cockpit experience that bridges the gap between complex simulation and intuitive interaction.

  3. #3 Nuclear Option
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,683 reviews2023
    Dev: Shockfront Studios
    Windows
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Fly near-future aircraft with immersive physics across dynamic battlefields, facing land, air, and sea threats. Wage war against AI or rival pilots using an array of advanced weaponry, including tactical and strategic nuclear weapons capable of annihilating anything in your path.

    Why similar: Flight 33.4%, Military 18%, Sandbox 17.1%, Physics 12.3%, Simulation 10.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on modern jet combat with realistic flight dynamics and a focus on military-grade hardware.

  4. #4 Stormworks: Build and Rescue
    95% matchVery Positive91% of 59,745 reviews2020
    Dev: Geometa
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 113.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Join a world where you design, create and pilot your own air sea rescue service. Release your inner hero as you battle fierce storms out at sea to rescue those in need.

    Why similar: Flight 33.1%, Sandbox 23.9%, Building 17.9%, Physics 13%, Immersive Sim 12.1%

    Why You'll Like It: It features a highly complex logic and physics-based building system that requires deep technical understanding to succeed.

  5. #5 Kerbal Space Program
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 146,254 reviews2015
    Dev: SquadPub: Private Division
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 66.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.

    Why similar: Sandbox 26.2%, Science 24%, Physics 16.6%, Simulation 15.9%, Building 15.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the core appeal of engineering complex vehicles to overcome physics-based challenges in a sandbox setting.

  6. #6 Juno: New Origins
    93% matchVery Positive89% of 3,531 reviews2023
    Dev: Jundroo, LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Bring to life anything you can imagine from rockets and airplanes to cars and more. Automate them with a visual programming language. Explore 3D planets and make your own. Share your creations online. Complete contracts, conquer milestones, and unlock technology in the newly added Career Mode.

    Why similar: Flight 28.7%, Science 18.8%, Building 15.4%, Sandbox 14.3%, Physics 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a robust aerospace engineering sandbox that challenges players with realistic orbital mechanics and vehicle design.

  7. #7 Tiny Combat Arena
    92% matchVery Positive82% of 1,579 reviews2022
    Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support.

    Why similar: Flight 54.7%, Military 20%, Simulation 17.7%, 3D 6.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It balances technical flight simulation with accessible, high-intensity jet combat gameplay.

  8. #8 X-Plane 12
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 6,470 reviews2022
    Dev: Laminar Research
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 100.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation

    Why similar: Flight 42.7%, Simulation 14.2%, Military 13.8%, Immersive Sim 12.5%, Physics 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a premier flight simulator that focuses on hyper-realistic flight dynamics and world-class atmospheric modeling.

  9. #9 Project Wingman
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 22,119 reviews2020
    Dev: Sector D2
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.8 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 66.5%, Military 20.5%, Simulation 8.5%, Indie 1.7%, Realistic 1.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It delivers a high-octane jet combat experience that captures the thrill of flight through intense aerial dogfights.

  10. #10 Nimbatus - Drone Creator
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 274 reviews2020
    Dev: Stray Fawn Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Use the Nimbatus Drone Creator to construct physically simulated drones and try them out in a virtual testing environment. Do you have what it takes to become a drone engineer?

    Why similar: Flight 22%, Simulation 21.2%, Sandbox 15.7%, Science 15%, Physics 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It allows for procedural drone building and testing within a physics-driven environment.

  11. #11 From the Depths
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 12,793 reviews2020
    Dev: Brilliant Skies Ltd.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Over 1000 unique components allow you to build and command voxel vehicles from the deep ocean to outer space! Forge strategies, allegiances and fleets strong enough to destroy eight deadly factions of the planet and reign supreme. A genre-defying mashup of simulation, building, RTS and RPG.

    Why similar: Sandbox 26%, Building 24%, Military 21.3%, Physics 17.1%, Simulation 11.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers extreme depth in vehicle engineering, allowing players to design everything from engines to weapon systems from scratch.

  12. #12 Aviassembly
    87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 9,371 reviews2025
    Dev: Jelle Booij
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Build and fly your own airplane! Complete missions to earn money, upgrade your plane, and discover new locations in an open world.

    Why similar: Flight 30.6%, Building 18.1%, Sandbox 17.3%, Physics 12.7%, Science 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a dedicated aircraft assembly simulator that emphasizes the mechanical and physical construction of planes.

  13. #13 Automation - The Car Company Tycoon Game
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 17,866 reviews2015
    Dev: Camshaft Software Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 9.7 hrsMean: 53.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Make your dream cars a reality with Automation’s unparalleled car and engine design tools. Gain a competitive edge through smart engineering and business decisions to help you build an automotive empire. Will you become an industry leader, or just a footnote in automotive history?

    Why similar: Building 22.6%, Sandbox 22.1%, Simulation 18%, Science 14.7%, Physics 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the deep engine-tuning and vehicle-design mechanics that appeal to technical-minded sandbox players.

  14. #14 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
    88% matchMixed59% of 21,897 reviews2024
    Dev: Asobo StudioPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 21.0 hrsMean: 132.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

    Why similar: Flight 52.3%, Simulation 16.5%, Sandbox 14.4%, Realistic 6%, Immersive Sim 4.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides an unmatched global scale and realistic flight environment for aviation enthusiasts.

  15. #15 Trailmakers
    86% matchVery Positive92% of 38,735 reviews2019
    Dev: Flashbulb
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Build the ultimate vehicle and explore a vast open world filled with challenges and adventure. Play solo or team up with friends in multiplayer to conquer the toughest obstacles. With a thrilling campaign mode and endless creative possibilities, Trailmakers is the ultimate sandbox for adventurers.

    Why similar: Flight 44.9%, Sandbox 20.7%, Building 18.1%, Physics 14.3%, Singleplayer 2%

    Why You'll Like It: It features a creative physics-based building system where aerodynamics and vehicle design directly impact performance.

  16. #16 Besiege
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 53,170 reviews2020
    Dev: Spiderling Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Besiege is a physics building game about constructing medieval machines to annihilate armies, obliterate castles and overcome challenging obstacles. Conquer the campaign or skirmish with friends in Multiplayer!

    Why similar: Flight 31.9%, Sandbox 20.5%, Building 17.5%, Physics 14.1%, Simulation 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It challenges players to build complex machines using a robust physics engine, sharing the 'engineering-first' spirit of Flyout.

  17. #17 Scrap Mechanic
    83% matchVery Positive92% of 122,134 reviews2026
    Dev: Axolot Games
    Windows
    Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 64.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Enter the creative paradise of Scrap Mechanic! Build fantastic machines, go on adventures with your friends and defend against waves of evil Farmbots in this imaginative multiplayer survival sandbox. With Scrap Mechanic’s powerful creation tools you can engineer your own adventures!

    Why similar: Building 33.3%, Sandbox 32.7%, Physics 21.3%, Simulation 9.9%, Indie 1.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on creative engineering and physics-based construction, allowing for the creation of complex moving vehicles.

  18. #18 Uncrashed : FPV Drone Simulator
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,754 reviews2021
    Dev: Luminite
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Amateur or experienced FPV pilot, learn or improve your skills on Uncrashed,the new ultra realistic FPV simulator. Simulate your own FPV drone with settings based on real values and you will have the same feeling as a real flight without the risk of breaking your drone !

    Why similar: Flight 49.7%, Simulation 17.5%, Physics 11.7%, Immersive Sim 6.9%, Science 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a highly realistic flight model specifically tailored for FPV drone enthusiasts.

  19. #19 Main Assembly
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 1,351 reviews2021
    Dev: Bad Yolk GamesPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    You’re the designer, engineer and architect if you can imagine it you can create it! Construct robots of any shape or size from eight-legged spider bots to eerie UFO contraptions.

    Why similar: Sandbox 20.5%, Science 19.9%, Building 17.2%, Physics 12.8%, Immersive Sim 10.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers free-form robotics and vehicle construction with a focus on custom programming and physics.

  20. #20 Flight Of Nova
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 561 reviews2022
    Dev: Aerovery Lab
    Windows · Linux

    Flight of Nova is a simulator based on newtonian mechanics in which you control spacecraft in the Noren star system. You fly multiple types of spacecraft doing transport and search missions in an environment with realistic aerodynamics and orbital physics.

    Why similar: Flight 40.4%, Sandbox 14.8%, Physics 12.2%, Simulation 12.1%, Immersive Sim 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It features realistic space-to-atmosphere flight mechanics that require careful management of aerodynamics and thrust.

  21. #21 Spaceflight Simulator
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 9,683 reviews2022
    Dev: Team Curiosity ✦
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    In Spaceflight Simulator, you will get to build your rockets, plan launches and flights, attempt landings, deploy payloads and explore new worlds.

    Why similar: Sandbox 33%, Science 24.7%, Simulation 15.8%, Building 11.7%, Physics 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers an accessible yet challenging approach to rocket design and orbital mechanics.

  22. #22 RealFlight Evolution
    82% matchVery Positive89% of 1,596 reviews2022
    Dev: Horizon Hobby, LLC
    Windows

    RealFlight® is the industry-leading flight simulator for radio-controlled airplanes, helicopters, and drones. Fly more than 300 hyper-realistic vehicles in an immense, open world right from your desktop. This RC classic is a must-have tool for flight enthusiasts of all skill levels!

    Why similar: Flight 38.8%, Physics 21.8%, Simulation 20.9%, 3D 8.3%, Realistic 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a high-fidelity RC flight simulator that focuses on the nuances of flight physics and control.

  23. #23 Remote Reaper: FPV Combat Drone Simulator
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 246 reviews2025
    Dev: Vladyslav Fomenko
    Windows

    Realistic Ukrainian FPV combat drone simulator built with frontline pilots. Train like a real pilot: fight through enemy jamming, watch your battery, find armor weak spots, and finish the strike before the signal dies. Supports RadioMaster, DJI FPV, TBS and gamepads. Online co-op, mission editor.

    Why similar: Flight 32.2%, Sandbox 22.3%, Military 16.4%, Simulation 13%, 3D 5.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the technical and combat-oriented aspects of first-person drone flight simulation.

  24. #24 Firehawk: FPV Drone Shooter
    79% matchVery Positive92% of 496 reviews2025
    Dev: TruePlayers
    Windows · Mac

    Weave through gunfire, master aerial combat, and rain destruction from above in this high-stakes FPV drone roguelike shooter. Take to the skies and rise from amateur to pro to unlock an arsenal of weapons, against endless enemies with real drone physics and controls.

    Why similar: Flight 40.5%, Sandbox 19%, Simulation 13.2%, Immersive Sim 11.1%, Physics 10%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends action-oriented gameplay with realistic drone flight physics for a unique combat experience.

  25. #25 Carrier Command 2
    80% matchVery Positive82% of 3,750 reviews2021
    Dev: GeometaPub: MicroProse Software
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!

    Why similar: Military 48.5%, Simulation 37.3%, 3D 14.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It combines strategic vehicle management with a focus on operating complex military hardware in a simulated environment.

  26. #26 Aggressor
    81% matchMixed57% of 189 reviews2021
    Dev: Flashpoint Studios
    Windows

    Aggressor is a stylized air combat shooter with a physics-based damage model. Fly the greatest planes of the cold war and bring down the enemy with an arsenal of unique weaponry in a spectacular lightshow of force.

    Why similar: Flight 52%, Simulation 25.3%, Physics 12.8%, 3D 9.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It is a modern jet combat simulator that focuses on the technical aspects of 3D aerial warfare.

  27. #27 Lakehopper
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 473 reviews2026
    Dev: Photon Games
    Windows · Linux

    Take flight in a seaplane flight simulator through a rugged world where you are responsible for the care and maintenance of your plane. Deliver cargo between far-flung communities in a flooded landscape that challenges your piloting skills! Fix your plane and keep flying!

    Why similar: Flight 46.6%, Simulation 17.4%, Sandbox 12.9%, Immersive Sim 11.8%, Physics 9.9%

  28. #28 Sky Rogue
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 1,228 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 59.1%, Military 14.6%, Simulation 10%, Procedural Generation 7.8%, 3D 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a procedural approach to flight action, focusing on jet combat and customizable loadouts.

  29. #29 Sky Haven Tycoon - Airport Simulator
    78% matchMixed58% of 1,364 reviews2022
    Dev: Real Welders
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Build your own airport in Skyhaven! Live out your airplane tycoon and simulation game fantasies and make the best surroundings and strategy for both airline manager and passenger alike. Schedule flight plans, build terminals, landing strips and more and create an airport tycoon empire in Skyhaven.

    Why similar: Flight 45.1%, Simulation 24.8%, Building 20.3%, Sandbox 9.8%

  30. #30 SimplePlanes 2
    75% matchVery Positive92% of 1,301 reviews2026
    Dev: Jundroo, LLC
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    SimplePlanes is back! Build planes, cars, or anything else using powerful procedural parts! Explore detailed environments with friends in multiplayer, cause chaos, or download 1,000,000 community crafts for free.

    Why similar: Sandbox 29.5%, Military 26.8%, Building 25.3%, Simulation 16.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  31. #31 X-Plane 11
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 20,233 reviews2017
    Dev: Laminar Research
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 14.9 hrsMean: 161.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.

    Why similar: Flight 62.1%, Simulation 20.4%, Physics 5.8%, Realistic 5.6%, Sandbox 5.6%

  32. #32 Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 72,687 reviews2020
    Dev: Asobo StudioPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 35.6 hrsMean: 165.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.

    Why similar: Flight 61.6%, Simulation 19.9%, Physics 10.4%, Realistic 6.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%

  33. #33 SimAirport
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,044 reviews2020
    Dev: LVGameDev LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Build & Manage Your Airport. An International Hub or a Regional Masterpiece -- it's up to you. Buy more land to scale out, or escalators to scale up with MULTIPLE FLOORS. You're in full control in this modern business management tycoon!

    Why similar: Flight 46.1%, Sandbox 21.4%, Building 19.8%, Simulation 11.1%, Indie 0.9%

  34. #34 VoiceATC Simulator
    75% matchVery Positive81% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Lainoa Software
    Windows

    VoiceATC Simulator is a realistic Air Traffic Control simulation game centered around interacting with the traffic using your voice. Sequence aircraft into the runways in real airport configurations and sectoring.

    Why similar: Flight 36.3%, Sandbox 24.1%, Simulation 22.1%, Immersive Sim 14.3%, Indie 2.2%

  35. #35 Autocraft
    78% matchMixed56% of 298 reviews2017
    Dev: Alientrap
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Create, Collect, and Crash in Autocraft, a physics destruction sandbox. Create your own cars, rockets, tanks, planes, boats, and more.

    Why similar: Sandbox 34.9%, Building 24.7%, Simulation 18.8%, Physics 18.3%, Indie 2.4%

  36. #36 FPV Labs - Drone Simulator
    73% matchMostly Positive70% of 100 reviews2026
    Dev: FPVLabsPub: FPV Labs
    Windows

    Fly with true-to-life physics, next-gen visuals, and the most detailed drone configurator in any FPV sim. Build your setup, share community presets, and fly handcrafted real-world locations. Made by real FPV pilots.

    Why similar: Flight 52.7%, Simulation 20.4%, Physics 16.1%, Realistic 6.3%, 3D 4.1%

  37. #37 Liftoff®: FPV Drone Racing
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 13,878 reviews2018
    Dev: LuGus Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Liftoff® is a drone simulator that translates the rush of first-person view drone flight to the digital world. Join the biggest community for virtual FPV racing and freestyle!

    Why similar: Flight 50.5%, Simulation 16.7%, Immersive Sim 11.5%, Science 9.2%, Realistic 5.9%

  38. #38 Rocket Science
    74% matchVery Positive81% of 176 reviews2020
    Dev: unbeGames
    Windows

    Take part in a space program. Design spacecrafts and send them off to explore the vast expanses of space. Experience the real scale of the Solar system and the size of its celestial bodies.

    Why similar: Flight 25.8%, Science 17.1%, Sandbox 16.4%, Building 14.2%, Physics 11.2%

  39. #39 SimplePlanes VR
    73% matchVery Positive85% of 198 reviews2021
    Dev: Jundroo, LLC
    Windows

    SimplePlanes VR is a flight sim with an ever-expanding collection of hand-crafted aircraft to download and fly for free. Airplanes, helicopters, cars, boats, and more are available and new crafts are added every day.

    Why similar: Flight 36.5%, Sandbox 19.7%, Military 15.9%, Simulation 11.4%, Physics 10.8%

  40. #40 GearBlocks
    72% matchVery Positive91% of 782 reviews2023
    Dev: SmashHammer Games
    Windows · Linux

    Explore a world of creative building, interactive machines, and gears - lots of gears. Build all things mechanical: cars, trucks, cranes, tanks, gearboxes, engines, clocks, anything you can think of. Test your creations to destruction in challenging scenarios, and share them in the workshop!

    Why similar: Building 25%, Sandbox 25%, Physics 18.3%, Simulation 13.7%, Immersive Sim 11.6%

  41. #41 Sprocket
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 12,843 reviews2021
    Dev: Hamish Dunn
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 38.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Carefully balance mobility, firepower and armour in a dedicated tank designer. Then uncarefully put them to the test in a series of combat scenarios progressing through the ages of the tank. Here, your limit is what you can fit inside your hull and turret while still being able to move forwards.

    Why similar: Sandbox 31%, Military 26.2%, Building 25.7%, Physics 13%, 3D 4.1%

  42. #42 NavalArt
    72% matchVery Positive91% of 2,419 reviews2018
    Dev: RigidbodyPub: RZ Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 50.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Design your own warships, equip them with a variety of armament, and bring them out to the ocean!

    Why similar: Sandbox 37.8%, Building 27.3%, Military 23.7%, Simulation 11.3%

  43. #43 Airport CEO
    71% matchVery Positive83% of 8,330 reviews2021
    Dev: Apog Labs
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 27.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Build and manage an international airport!

    Why similar: Flight 35.5%, Sandbox 18.5%, Building 17%, Immersive Sim 12%, Simulation 11.3%

  44. #44 FlyInside Flight Simulator
    74% matchMixed67% of 147 reviews2018
    Dev: FlyInside Inc.
    Windows

    FlyInside Flight Simulator is a brand new flight simulator built for VR! It ships with ten beautiful aircraft and scenery covering the entire continental United States. Fly high-speed jets, hover helicopters, and enjoy general aviation aircraft around a variety of locations and weather types!

    Why similar: Flight 57.4%, Simulation 20.6%, Physics 12.5%, Realistic 4.6%, Indie 3.7%

  45. #45 TRYP FPV: Drone Racer Simulator
    71% matchVery Positive86% of 3,197 reviews2022
    Dev: UNDEAD BATTERY
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Fly freely and perfect your skills as an FPV pilot without the risk of breakage, with hyper-realistic visuals and flight sensations. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, TRYP FPV is the next-generation simulator that immerses you in the pure adrenaline of FPV drone flying.

    Why similar: Flight 36.4%, Science 19.4%, Immersive Sim 12.7%, Physics 11.8%, Simulation 9.1%

  46. #46 Space Engineers 2
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,449 reviews2025
    Dev: Keen Software House
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Space Engineers 2 is a playable Early Access Alpha sandbox focused on engineering, exploration, and colonization in a fully destructible universe. Design and build ships, stations, and planetary bases while uncovering the story of Miro and Ivan Sokol. Help shape the future of the Almagest system.

    Why similar: Sandbox 24.1%, Science 20.9%, Building 20.7%, Physics 14.8%, Simulation 11.8%

  47. #47 Ostranauts
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,152 reviews2026
    Dev: Blue Bottle GamesPub: Kitfox Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Navigate your scrappy ship through the boneyard in search of valuable parts in abandoned vessels. Use salvage to upgrade your ship, or sell it for cash to pay down your mounting debt, or restock fuel, air, or food. Fly and role-play aboard your dream spaceship in this hardcore noir space-sim.

    Why similar: Flight 40.7%, Sandbox 22.7%, Simulation 12.5%, Building 10.3%, Immersive Sim 8.3%

  48. #48 Universe Sandbox
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 32,034 reviews2015
    Dev: Giant Army
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Create & destroy on an unimaginable scale with a realistic physics-based space simulator. Explore the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Use science to bend the laws of gravity, collide planets, boil away oceans, fire epic space lasers, and customize your universe.

    Why similar: Sandbox 29%, Science 23.3%, Physics 16.7%, Simulation 16.1%, Immersive Sim 7.8%

  49. #49 AccrO
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 216 reviews2022
    Dev: Walter Machado
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    AccrO is a Full Acrobatic Quadcopter Simulator, with realistic flight behavior and complex physics simulation. A training tool for freestyle drone enthusiasts.

    Why similar: Flight 66.4%, Simulation 24.2%, 3D 8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  50. #50 Dimensions: Dreadnought Architect
    70% matchMixed55% of 201 reviews2023
    Dev: Craft Theory
    Windows

    Unleash your creativity, design your dreadnought with a variety of modules, and have complete control over the function and style of each module. Command your battleship with wisdom and decisiveness. Gallop in the vast galaxy and destroy all enemies.

    Why similar: Flight 33.6%, Sandbox 21.2%, Building 20.2%, Physics 14.1%, Simulation 5.2%

  51. #51 Disassembly 3D
    70% matchVery Positive80% of 334 reviews2017
    Dev: Khor Chin Heong
    Windows

    Disassembly and destruction physics sandbox simulator. Detailed models of objects and vehicles and their internal parts. Disassemble objects successfully to unlock weapons mode and destruction. Fight evil mannequins with everything you got in physical combat!

    Why similar: Flight 28.8%, Sandbox 18.5%, Building 15.6%, Physics 13.9%, Simulation 12.2%

  52. #52 SpaceEngine
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,417 reviews2019
    Dev: Cosmographic Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 44.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    The world's first science-based photorealistic interactive 3D planetarium that models the entire Universe, using procedural generation for uncharted areas.

    Why similar: Flight 31.2%, Sandbox 22.8%, Science 19.6%, Simulation 9.1%, Procedural Generation 5.8%

  53. #53 StarbaseSim
    66% matchVery Positive95% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: AshtorakSimGames
    Windows · Linux

    Operate the Starship space launch system and learn how to catch a rocket to understand what it takes to colonize Mars in this ever-evolving simulation of SpaceX Starbase Texas.

    Why similar: Flight 36.6%, Sandbox 21.8%, Simulation 14%, Immersive Sim 12.7%, Physics 5.5%

  54. #54 AI Drone Simulator
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 221 reviews2021
    Dev: Diophante Studio
    Windows · Mac

    AI Drone Simulator is an FPV drone simulator. Huge, dynamic environments. Virtual copy of your own drone. Total customization for maximum pilot power. Community sharing of drones, maps and tracks !

    Why similar: Flight 43.2%, Simulation 19.7%, Immersive Sim 10.6%, Physics 10.5%, Science 9.2%

  55. #55 Aeris (BETA)
    67% matchMixed66% of 117 reviews2024
    Dev: username470Pub: Aerial Game Studios
    Windows

    Complete challenges or fly freely all around the world!

    Why similar: Jet 32.2%, Flight 31.7%, Simulation 16.1%, Immersive Sim 9%, Physics 4.4%

  56. #56 Dieselpunk Wars Prologue
    68% matchMostly Positive76% of 176 reviews2020
    Dev: Image Power S.A.
    Windows

    Dieselpunk Wars: Prologue is a free version of an epic vehicle building game, focused on combat with advanced physics and damage simulation. Use over 140 elements to build an awesome war machine. Build vehicles that ride on the ground, soar through the skies, or dive underwater. Prepare for combat!

    Why similar: Simulation 24.4%, Sandbox 20.7%, Flight 20.4%, Building 16.2%, Physics 11.3%

  57. #57 DreamFly
    68% matchMixed68% of 87 reviews2020
    Dev: Dmytro MakarenkoPub: No publisher
    Windows

    DreamFly: The game that simulates flights in your dreams! It is a sandbox game, there are no goals. But before you start your adventure, you will need to, well, learn how to fly.

    Why similar: Flight 47.8%, Sandbox 27.4%, Simulation 14.1%, 3D 6.6%, Indie 2.5%

  58. #58 Reentry - A Space Flight Simulator
    63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,351 reviews2025
    Dev: Lyra Creative
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut? Reentry is a realistic space flight simulator inspired by the early NASA space programs, from orbiting Earth in Mercury and Gemini, to the moon landing in project Apollo. Learn the procedures. Operate the spacecraft. Complete the mission.

    Why similar: Flight 32.7%, Science 16.6%, Military 12.8%, Simulation 10.5%, Immersive Sim 10.2%

  59. #59 Rise of Flight United
    69% matchMixed56% of 2,735 reviews2013
    Dev: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    Pilot legendary aircraft of the early years of aviation, French Spad 13, German Albatros D.Va and Russian built Nieuport 17, in the free-to-play Rise of Flight United! This WWI aviation sim that has something for every flight-sim fan, from single player skirmish and career to multiplayer dogfights, but one thing is for certain, the...

    Why similar: Flight 60.8%, Simulation 21.4%, Jet 9.8%, Military 5.3%, Realistic 2.1%

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