Games Like Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander

Star Renegades is a dimension spanning rogue-lite strategy RPG. Outsmart uniquely generated adversaries, forge bonds between heroes and end the cycle!

Why similar: Turn-Based 19.3%, Strategy RPG 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 17%, Tactical RPG 13.8%, Strategy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar blend of pixel-art aesthetics, turn-based tactical combat, and sci-fi narrative elements.

Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.

Why similar: Space 45.2%, Strategy 26%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Indie 6.8%, 2D 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the feeling of space exploration and tactical ship-to-ship combat with a strong emphasis on emergent storytelling.

Xenonauts is a strategy game in which you control a multi-national military organisation defending a Cold War-era Earth from alien invasion, using small squads of persistent soldiers to eliminate the extraterrestrials and recover their technology in turn-based ground combat.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 23.8%, Base Building 21.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.7%, Turn-Based 14.6%, Strategy 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines base management and turn-based tactical combat against an alien threat in a sci-fi setting.

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 57.8%, Strategy 24.8%, Indie 7%, Simulation 5.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for space crew management and tactical decision-making under pressure.

Halfway is a turn-based strategy RPG taking place a few hundred years into the future. Humanity has started colonising new worlds. Until now, they were alone ...

Why similar: Turn-Based 23%, Strategy 22.5%, RPG 15.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG with a retro aesthetic that emphasizes squad management and positioning.

Deep Sky Derelicts is an original combination of turn-based strategy and RPG, enriched with tactical card combat and popular roguelike elements. Explore derelict alien ships, fight, loot and upgrade your gear, all in distinctive retro-futuristic comic book aesthetic style.

Why similar: Space 21.8%, Turn-Based Combat 21.2%, Strategy 20%, Turn-Based 17.6%, RPG 14%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical RPG that features a gritty sci-fi aesthetic and card-based combat mechanics.

Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.

Why similar: Space 23.9%, Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Combat 19.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 18%, Turn-Based 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 4X space strategy game that captures the turn-based exploration and empire-building aspects of the seed game.

In this sci-fi turn-based strategy with real-time base-building elements, you’ll be defending human territories against the transhuman Augments. Expand your HQ, and manufacture and upgrade an army of advanced drones to wage interplanetary war for Humanity!

Why similar: Space 25.2%, Turn-Based 21.2%, Base Building 20.8%, Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong focus on base building combined with turn-based tactical combat on a planetary scale.

Lead a mercenary company in this tactical RPG set in a medieval fantasy world. Chase fame and fortune as you choose where to go, who to recruit, which contracts to pursue, and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open world campaign.

Why similar: Strategy 44.6%, RPG 28.8%, Simulation 21.2%, Singleplayer 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: While fantasy-themed, it excels at the same management, emergent storytelling, and tactical turn-based combat found in Halcyon 6.

Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.

Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 23.9%, Strategy 20.5%, Turn-Based 17%, Turn-Based Combat 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides tight, grid-based tactical combat that rewards careful planning and strategic positioning.

From the creators of AI War: Fleet Command comes an all-new grand strategy title with turn-based tactical combat, set in a deep simulation of an entire solar system and its billions of inhabitants. You are the last of a murdered race, determined to unify or destroy the 8 others.

Why similar: Space 33.4%, Strategy 24%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Simulation 7.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique space strategy game that emphasizes diplomacy and management alongside tactical combat.

An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!

Why similar: Strategy 19.6%, Turn-Based 16.6%, RPG 14.6%, Tactical RPG 14.2%, Strategy RPG 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on complex turn-based tactical combat and character progression in a style reminiscent of classic RPGs.

Year 2199. Assemble an elite crew and make allies to combat a shadowy organization threatening the future of humanity. Face overwhelming odds with strategy. Make your choices and save us from extinction.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.3%, Turn-Based 16.9%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Strategy 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that focuses on turn-based combat and squad-based strategy in a futuristic universe.

In this turn-based strategic artillery game, players wage interplanetary wars by developing their home planets and firing massive barrages through the unpredictable gravity fields of the solar system.

Why similar: Space 28.1%, Strategy 24.2%, Turn-Based 17.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Simulation 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that focuses on planetary artillery and space-based combat.

Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.

Why similar: Turn-Based 22.9%, Tactical RPG 22.2%, Strategy 18.8%, Turn-Based Combat 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.8%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in turn-based tactical gameplay with a heavy focus on management and stealth in a sci-fi setting.

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 50.3%, Strategy 26.5%, Simulation 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space strategy game that emphasizes fleet management and tactical combat encounters.

Starship Theory is a ship building survival game. Mine and trade to gather resources. Plan and construct new upgrades. Train and manage crew. Fight to survive.

Why similar: Space 33.2%, Base Building 32.2%, Strategy 17.9%, Simulation 9.3%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space-based survival and base-building game that requires careful management of ship resources.

MECHANICUS II ANNOUNCED! Take control of one of the most technologically advanced factions in the Imperium: the Adeptus Mechanicus. In this turn-based tactical game, your every decision will weigh heavily on the outcome of the conflict. Will you be blessed by the Omnissiah?

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 26.1%, Turn-Based 23.5%, Strategy 20.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, RPG 8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical RPG combat and management elements with a distinct sci-fi atmosphere.

An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.

Why similar: Turn-Based 30.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 28.6%, Strategy 25.7%, Simulation 12.4%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A complex grand strategy game that focuses on base building and managing a global response to an alien threat.

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: Strategy 83.4%, Space 11.2%, Turn-Based 2.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 2.4%, RPG 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: A grand 4X strategy game that provides a deep, immersive space-faring experience.

Ancient Frontier is a turn-based strategy RPG set in the far future. You command the fleet. Buy new ships, outfit them with crew and equipment, then deploy and destroy the enemy. Take control of massive fleets of capital ships and support craft as you play through two unique campaigns.

Why similar: Strategy 22.3%, Space 20.3%, Turn-Based 15.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Strategy RPG 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game centered on space fleet combat and tactical positioning.

From a small 2-man team comes a unique space station management sim. Take on the role of an A.I commanding a lost space ark. Try not to let your crew run amok and wreck the place.

Why similar: Space 33.2%, Base Building 22.2%, Strategy 16%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the base-building and management aspects of space survival with a retro pixel-art style.

Robothorium is a cyberpunk dungeon crawler with turn-based fights, where all your choices will have a direct impact on your revolution against Humankind. Deep Strategy, Crafting, Party Based management, Talents and so much more in this roguelike!

Why similar: Turn-Based 25.1%, Strategy 24.2%, Turn-Based Combat 20.8%, RPG 13.3%, Strategy RPG 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that features squad management and tactical combat in a sci-fi setting.

Design and then improve the ultimate mothership. Explore a persistent living galaxy populated by 200 unique captains that can do everything you can do. Survive the zombie infection and then fight them back. Make allies and start your own faction. Build your empire. Also includes Sandbox Mode.

Why similar: Space 53.3%, Strategy 22.7%, RPG 10.8%, Simulation 6.4%, Indie 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines space fleet management with tactical combat and exploration in a persistent universe.

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: Strategy 61.3%, Space 36.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical strategy game that captures the scale and sci-fi aesthetic of space-faring conflicts.

A retro space strategy RPG with base building, deep tactical combat, crew management and emergent storytelling. Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition is a massively enhanced version of the Award Winning indie strategy RPG, Halcyon 6.

Why similar: Strategy RPG 13%, Turn-Based 12.9%, Space 12.3%, Base Building 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%

The story is situated on Mars. It starts where UFO: Aftermath left off and runs simultaneously with UFO: Aftershock. While the Laputans on Earth are fighting Wargots and Starghosts and finding out what caused the destruction of their home planet, a small colony on Mars is trying to survive and flourish.

Why similar: Strategy 57.3%, Turn-Based 21.4%, Indie 7%, Turn-Based Strategy 6.5%, RPG 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong base-building component paired with tactical combat missions on a foreign planet.

Fight nerve-wracking spaceship battles in this turn-based tactical space opera RPG! Manage your crew of feline warriors to adapt to every strategic situation and dive into a thrilling space opera story where your choices will determine your path.

Why similar: Space 18.9%, Turn-Based 16.5%, Tactical RPG 12.8%, Base Building 12.5%, Turn-Based Combat 12.2%

Construct your Taskforce and lead your forces to domination in the ultimate Fleet Warfare RTS!

Why similar: Space 44.2%, Strategy 29.4%, RPG 14.9%, Simulation 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A space strategy game that incorporates RPG elements and tactical ship combat.

Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.

Why similar: Space 45.5%, Strategy 26.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Turn-Based 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Embark on a space voyage with your ragtag crew of civilians in search of a new home. Build spaceships tile by tile, create optimal gas conditions, manage the needs and moods of their crew, encounter other space-faring groups, and explore the universe in this spaceship colony simulation.

Why similar: Space 31.1%, Base Building 27.9%, Strategy 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Simulation 8.1%

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 39.8%, Strategy 24.6%, RPG 15.6%, Simulation 12.4%, Indie 7%

Into the Void is a strategy RPG and exploration sci-fi game with an epic story and intense battles. Travel through space and discover the origin of a cosmic threat which destroyed Earth centuries ago. Fight or cooperate with the different factions; be a leader !

Why similar: Space 37.4%, Strategy 22.9%, Turn-Based 17.6%, RPG 8.8%, Tactical RPG 8.4%

Take command of Naval Strike Group 7 and lead your fleet to victory in full 3D tactical space combat. Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a sci-fi strategy saga that will test your skills as both capital assault ship Captain and naval fleet Commander.

Why similar: Space 29.3%, Strategy 23.4%, Turn-Based 19.1%, Turn-Based Combat 11.1%, Simulation 9.5%

A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!

Why similar: Tactical RPG 29.5%, Space 28.7%, Turn-Based Combat 26.5%, RPG 13.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%

In Spacebase DF-9, you'll build a home among the stars for a motley population of humans and aliens as they go about their daily lives. Mine asteroids, discover derelicts, and deal with the tribulations of galactic resettlement in Earth's distant future.

Why similar: Space 38.9%, Base Building 27.9%, Strategy 16.3%, Simulation 10.9%, Indie 4.5%

Strategy from the front lines! Starpoint Gemini Warlords combines 3rd person capital spaceship combat with 4X strategy and RPG gameplay elements. Build mighty war fleets and send them into battle or lead them into combat yourself. Become the Warlord and conquer the Gemini system!

Why similar: Space 28.2%, Strategy RPG 15.6%, Base Building 15.5%, Strategy 12.5%, Tactical RPG 9.9%

Holy Potatoes! We’re in Space?! is a whacky space exploration game where you manage your very own spaceship, craft hundreds of weapons, and explore the vastness of a veggie-filled universe.

Why similar: Space 31.4%, Turn-Based Combat 27.3%, Strategy 14.5%, Simulation 9.5%, RPG 7%

Project Tarvotan allows you to explore the depths of the Milky Way and local universe. Use your wit and resources at hand to plan out your path through each sector. Your demise lurks around every decision. Can you survive long enough and restore balance to the universe?

Why similar: Strategy 36%, Space 29.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.1%, Simulation 11.1%, Indie 7%

Interstellar Space: Genesis is a turn-based space 4X strategy game in which you attempt to build a thriving galactic empire. Discover mysteries among the stars, colonize worlds, and engage enemies in tactical turn-based combat on your journey to becoming the ruler of the galaxy!

Why similar: Space 26.3%, Turn-Based 20.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.9%, Strategy 15.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.1%

Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!

Why similar: Strategy 20.8%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, RPG 13.5%, Turn-Based 12.6%, Tactical RPG 12.4%

Design and simulate the starships of your dreams! Command your ship or fleet in epic battles and manage your crew while exploring a dangerous galaxy. Play alone or with friends, test your ships in online PvP, and let your imagination reach for the stars!

Why similar: Space 42.9%, Strategy 20.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Simulation 8.7%, Indie 6.7%

Space adventure, open world RPG, strategy, arcade, quest and more!

Why similar: Space 50.9%, Strategy 17.6%, RPG 13.1%, Turn-Based 11.8%, Simulation 5.3%

Manage a team of ghosthunters and free London from paranormal terror in turn-based battles. Develop your own strategy and build your business well.

Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 21.1%, Base Building 19.7%, Turn-Based 18.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.4%, Strategy 10.9%

Classic RTS gameplay fused with a modern roguelite. Shape your build each run by assembling an evolving arsenal of powerful units and facilities. Harvest resources, build out your base. Raise your army and call down orbital strikes to overcome the forces threatening your survival.

Why similar: Space 40.3%, Base Building 34.1%, Strategy 22.8%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Take command in the ultimate starship simulator: Star Command Galaxies. Become a Captain, recruit your crew, customize and upgrade your starship, battle alien vessels, teleport to away missions and repel boarding invaders in this real-time strategy simulation adventure from indie studio Warballoon.

Why similar: Space 34.8%, Strategy 24%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Simulation 9.8%, Indie 7.6%

Build amongst the stars in Starport Delta, a light sci-fi strategy game that focuses on survival. Station Commanders across the universe will turn to you for guidance to expand, defend, and survive. Help them build a thriving station, but watch out, there are many dangers hiding in space...

Why similar: Strategy 32%, Space 23.5%, Base Building 18.5%, Simulation 15.5%, Indie 9.7%

Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.

Why similar: Turn-Based 24.7%, Strategy 22.8%, Space 22.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, RPG 10.6%

The Last Starship is a 2D space construction game where you design and upgrade your starship. Choose your path: pirate hunter, miner, engineer, spacebus driver, and more, whilst exploring vibrant star systems. Enjoy a growing sandbox world, with regular free updates. Your cosmic adventure awaits!

Why similar: Space 34.7%, Base Building 27.8%, Strategy 18.4%, Simulation 8.8%, Indie 4.5%

Stardeus is a deep colony sim set on a broken starship manned by drones and hibernating human survivors. As the AI, have your drones repair your ship, save your crew and travel the stars in this beautiful simulation.

Why similar: Space 37.1%, Base Building 31%, Strategy 18.9%, Simulation 7.5%, 2D 3.2%

StarDrive 2 is an exciting and evolutionary step forward for the StarDrive franchise. In this eagerly anticipated sequel, the core mechanics have evolved to incorporate a turn-based strategic layer, featuring spectacular realtime battles.

Why similar: Space 40.9%, Strategy 40.2%, Turn-Based 10.7%, Indie 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Galaxy squad is a hardcore turn-based tactical roguelike, inspired by FTL and XCOM.

Why similar: Space 29.7%, Strategy 26.1%, Turn-Based Combat 24.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.9%, Indie 2.9%

Hyperspace Deck Command is a complex deck building roguelite. Command a massive space fleet that operates on individual turn timers, combine a wide variety of cards into powerful decks and master the dual-use status effects to defeat the hegemonising swarm.

Why similar: Space 32%, Turn-Based 22.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Strategy 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8%

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 54.4%, Strategy 27.7%, Simulation 9.2%, Indie 7.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Battle baddies and foster interplanetary diplomacy in an epic space colony sim!

Why similar: Strategy RPG 37.6%, RPG 17.8%, Simulation 14%, Space 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Play as an A.I tasked with helping mankind explore the vastness of space. Customize your ship, recruit a crew, battle alien vessels, research new technology and explore randomly generated universes.

Why similar: Space 32.3%, Strategy 27.8%, RPG 17.2%, Simulation 13.7%, Indie 9%