
In Keep the Ship Running, you play as a one-armed maintenance robot navigating the weightlessness of space with clumsy, physics-based movement. Pilot your ship, repair hull breaches, and take on a variety of challenging missions.
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In Keep the Ship Running, you play as a one-armed maintenance robot navigating the weightlessness of space with clumsy, physics-based movement. Pilot your ship, repair hull breaches, and take on a variety of challenging missions.

Orbit One
Take to the stars and explore the solar system. Master the orbital mechanics of N-body physics. Plot a careful course to complete your mission.

The Earth Sucks
A casual space simulation game where you perform orbital manoeuvres on satellites to change their orbit and complete missions.
Take to the stars and explore the solar system. Master the orbital mechanics of N-body physics. Plot a careful course to complete your mission.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.2%, Simulation 26.7%, Physics 15.5%, Strategy 13.5%, Space 12.7%
A casual space simulation game where you perform orbital manoeuvres on satellites to change their orbit and complete missions.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.7%, Simulation 28.8%, Physics 18%, Space 12.2%, Sci-fi 7.4%
X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game.
Why similar: Simulation 28.5%, Space Sim 26.8%, Space 17.1%, Strategy 12.9%, Sci-fi 10.6%
A simulation sci-fi game where players take on the role of the project manager of a space elevator project. They will progressively achieve project phase goals and ultimately accomplish the ultimate goal of constructing a Mars colonization spacecraft.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.7%, Simulation 27.8%, Strategy 16.6%, Space 10.1%, Physics 7.8%
The Battle of Sol is an intense space action game where you participate in epic capital ship battles, thrilling dogfights, space station raids, and much more as you liberate humanity's solar system from enemies determined to bring us to its fiery end.
Why similar: Simulation 34.6%, Space Sim 27%, Space 17.3%, Action 11.2%, Sci-fi 9.9%
Combining the best of space combat and real time strategy. Victory can be tactical, a dogfight or capital ship slugging match - depending on how you decide to achieve it. Space combat on a RTS scale with space sim savagery.
Why similar: Simulation 26%, Space 19.8%, Strategy 17.7%, Space Sim 15.5%, Sci-fi 10.1%
The hit mobile game Interstellar Pilot 2 has come to Steam. Join the TEF forces heading to the Gatopean sector to find a new home for mankind. Play how you like in this open world space-sim developed by Pixelfactor.
Why similar: Space Sim 29%, Simulation 25.5%, Strategy 15.7%, Space 10.7%, Action 9.6%
Objects in Space is a retro space game centred on 2D point-and-click stealth action in a massive open world. Players have their own customisable ships and can meet people, become a trader, bounty hunter, explorer, scavenger or all of them at once.
Why similar: Simulation 27.8%, Space Sim 20.3%, Space 18.6%, Strategy 15.3%, Action 8.3%
The essence of the Heliconian is to manage a mixed crew of renegades aboard the starship Heliconian. Manage the crew member’s actions and the ship’s functions to survive as long as possible while exploring the star system in the hopes of earning upgrades and ultimately a safe haven.
Why similar: Simulation 31.2%, Strategy 20.5%, Space Sim 10.9%, Action 10.8%, Difficult 7.8%
Will you make the grade and save the planet? Become a cadet on your first day of training in this 3rd person space combat simulator.
Why similar: Simulation 44.8%, Space Sim 29.1%, Space 15.4%, Sci-fi 10.7%
Parkan II is an original concept game that will allow you to feel as a pilot of a spacecraft lost somewhere in the universe. Become a pirate or mercenary, get money to buy the most powerful cruiser and show them all who is to be the new master of the galaxy. Unforgettable adventures in the Parkan II universe await you!
Why similar: Simulation 32.8%, Space 22.2%, Space Sim 20.4%, Action 10.6%, Sci-fi 8.5%
Spaceflight add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator X
Why similar: Simulation 46.7%, Space Sim 34.1%, Space 19.2%
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 40.3%, Simulation 20.7%, Space 18.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Action 4.8%
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 43.2%, Simulation 39%, Space 17.8%
Realistic simulation of spaceflight in a full sized Solar System, with all the planets and their major moons. using real forces, distances, velocities and time. Chapter 1: The Apollo Days. Incredibly detailed Apollo Program missions starting with Apollo 8 lunar orbit missions.
Why similar: Simulation 43.5%, Space Sim 32.8%, Space 23.7%
I am excited to release my first game on Steam! SimpleRockets was released in 2013 for mobile and I've put a ton of work into it to get it ready for PC and Mac. It was inspired by KSP, and it offers a simpler 2D experience for building rockets and exploring space with realistic orbital mechanics.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.1%, Simulation 29.8%, Physics 21.3%, Space 11.1%, 2D 1.8%
Become the Captain of an interstellar cruiser and journey across the galaxy to save the Republic. During your journey you will have to make important decisions, improve the weaponry of your ship and fight against numerous enemies.
Why similar: Space Sim 28.4%, Space 20.9%, Simulation 18.7%, Strategy 10.8%, Sci-fi 9%
In the distant future, the X universe faces a period of profound and irrevocable change. While the universe stumbles towards an uncertain future, countless adventures await as new enemies rise in search of power.
Why similar: Simulation 29.2%, Space 26.8%, Space Sim 22.1%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Action 5.7%
The ultimate space capital ship combat compendium is the evolution of hard core space combat sims. The only game of its kind currently in existence.
Why similar: Simulation 27.6%, Space 26.1%, Sci-fi 19.8%, Strategy 18.1%, Space Sim 6.2%
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 35%, Simulation 21.2%, Space 12%, Physics 11.5%, Strategy 10.5%
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 50.4%, Simulation 36.2%, Space 13.3%
Gravitation is a sandbox simulation set in the vastness of the cosmos and built on the laws of real-world physics.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.4%, Simulation 28.7%, Strategy 17.9%, Physics 9.7%, Space 9.1%
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 34.7%, Simulation 28.3%, Action 10.8%, Physics 8.2%, Space 8.1%
Command four space vessels and a band of revolutionary pirates into an all-consuming battle against impossible odds, because there just isn't enough Space for everyone!
Why similar: Simulation 46.3%, Space Sim 37.6%, Action 16.1%
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 42.9%, Simulation 21%, Space 18.3%, Action 12.6%, Sci-fi 3.9%
Super Cosmolite is an endless runner with realistic space physics. Take control of a tiny spaceship to dodge, bounce, and smash your way through asteroids. Pause at any time to plan your trajectory or just hurtle along like a maniac. Outrun the Nova Wave and chase your next high score!
Why similar: Simulation 23.4%, Space Sim 20%, Space 17.3%, Physics 14.9%, Difficult 12.5%
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 34.5%, Simulation 24.9%, Physics 21.3%, Space 10.7%, Sci-fi 6.3%
A "small" universe simulation, where you play as a black hole and try to absorb the whole universe. You decide the size and shape of the universe. Could also be used as a less meaningful CPU benchmark.
Why similar: Space Sim 42%, Simulation 26.8%, Space 17.7%, Physics 12.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Real-time against real pilots; this is Star Wars space combat as it was meant to be! Featuring challenging real-time dogfights of 2 to 8 players, Star Wars™: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter is one of the most historically significant space combat simulators ever made.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.3%, Simulation 28.1%, Space 18.2%, Action 13.8%, Sci-fi 3.6%
Lead an expedition into an unexplored solar system. Build rockets, aircraft, and other vehicles, discover new worlds, gather resources, complete missions, unlock technology, and grow a colony of tiny purple Klorps in this spaceflight sandbox.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.9%, Simulation 29.1%, Space 17%, Physics 15.1%, Sci-fi 5.4%
Become a pioneer of spaceflight. As an engineer in the Soviet Space Program you will be responsible for repairing, fixing and building the iconic spacecraft and rockets from the R-7 family.
Why similar: Simulation 25.6%, Space Sim 23.7%, Physics 13.7%, Space 12.7%, Difficult 8.9%
Mine asteroids, salvage space debris, design your own small or massive spacecraft using individual functional components, complete missions, and engage in battles against enemies in a vast galaxy with realistic physics based on orbital mechanics or in a classic physics mode.
Why similar: Simulation 25.4%, Space 25%, Space Sim 19.7%, Strategy 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%
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 43.2%, Space 18.4%, Simulation 17.3%, Sci-fi 13%, Action 7.1%
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: Simulation 27.5%, Space Sim 24.5%, Space 21%, Strategy 12.1%, Sci-fi 11.3%
Leaving the formation is a story-driven sci-fi combat simulation based on honest Newtonian flight physics.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.8%, Simulation 23.1%, Space 15.5%, Difficult 7.6%, Physics 7.3%
宇宙探索,在浩瀚的宇宙里,人类正在探索了解宇宙,以获得对宇宙的更多认知,促进人类的发展强大,抵御未知宇宙生物的侵略,然而,外星人得知这一消息 ......
Why similar: Simulation 38.9%, Strategy 24.6%, Space Sim 16.5%, Space 7.3%, Adventure 7.1%
Set up the dominoes. Just to the goal.
Why similar: Difficult 35.1%, Physics 29.7%, Simulation 23.3%, Action 11%, Singleplayer 1%
The most scientifically accurate space warfare simulator ever made. Now with Steam Workshop!
Why similar: Simulation 27.3%, Space 20.4%, Strategy 16.5%, Space Sim 16.3%, Sci-fi 11.2%
Repair satellites in orbit. Reduce space debris. And enjoy the view. Void Tech is space repair simulation game, where every mission extends satellite life and restores critical infrastructure.
Why similar: Space Sim 29.8%, Space 19.4%, Simulation 18.4%, Physics 17.7%, Sci-fi 13.7%
Space Thrusters is a physics puzzle game where you plan the perfect route through enemy ship vents. Guide a bomb through tight spaces to trigger satisfying, cinematic explosions! The stakes are high: you must visualize your exit before you enter. Unravel the secrets of space-one detonation at a time
Why similar: Difficult 22.3%, Physics 19.5%, Space 16.1%, Simulation 14.9%, Strategy 14.6%
Dangerous is an epic 3D open and living world space combat RPG sandbox with an immersive and riveting story. Are you the feared war criminal who will destroy all life or the savior of the universe? Gather your wingmen and travel the galaxy in search of answers.
Why similar: Simulation 27.7%, Space Sim 25.4%, Strategy 17.1%, Space 16%, Action 9%
What The Stars Forgot is a retro-styled sci-fi horror management sim. As an advanced starship's cutting-edge AI, you have to guide a procedurally generated crew of hundreds as they embark on a dangerous mission to discover the source of an anomalous signal emanating from deep space.
Why similar: Space Sim 20.6%, Difficult 19.8%, Simulation 16.5%, Strategy 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.1%
Simulate the physics of the Universe on a large scale and create stunning visuals. Play with intergalactic interactions, smash planets together and even create the Big Bang itself!
Why similar: Simulation 31.9%, Space Sim 29.7%, Physics 18.5%, Space 17.3%, 2D 2.1%
Pilot your ship through a perilous black hole system in this Space Action RPG. Engage in advanced ship combat, haul rare elements, and upgrade your vessel to survive. Stunning visuals, a deep narrative, and a rewarding progression system await as you uncover the abyss's dark secrets.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.3%, Difficult 14.9%, Simulation 13.1%, Physics 12.6%, Space 12%
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 40.6%, Simulation 31.9%, Space 8.8%, Strategy 8.4%, Sci-fi 7.3%
Navigate star systems using real orbital mechanics. Pilot a cockpit with controls inspired by the Apollo command module. Manage heat, energy, and trajectory.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.1%, Physics 15.9%, Difficult 15%, Simulation 11.1%, Space 10.4%
Build and upgrade your personal ship to travel around a strange planet.
Why similar: Space Sim 33.5%, Simulation 27%, Space 14.7%, Physics 12.7%, Sci-fi 11.8%
Darkstar One offers a fantastic amount of freedom of choice. The story-based missions gradually lead you deeper into the galaxy to new races, new technologies and ever stronger opponents. Explore a vast array of solar systems in search of hidden artifacts of ancient races, essential objects for upgrading your ship--the Darkstar One.
Why similar: Space Sim 35.9%, Space 25.3%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Simulation 13.8%, Action 10.5%
Explore a galaxy of 300 systems as you control your fleet in a top-down 3D style, navigating through Star-lanes, Warp gates, and Black holes. Customize and upgrade your fleet, complete missions, trade, hire your crew, wage war and determine the fate of the galaxy in this grand sim saga.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.1%, Physics 13.9%, Simulation 12.5%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Strategy 10.5%
Get your dream job with a company called Project Freedom. Become a space pilot and serve for the corporation. You're going to get all the excitement and adventure you've ever wanted. Perhaps even more... 21 missions in the campaign Outstanding 3D graphics and special effects Original storyline with unexpected turns and surprises A...
Why similar: Simulation 49.8%, Space 21.6%, Action 18.1%, Sci-fi 10.4%
Habitat is a physics-based space game where you build, fly, and fight with whatever you can find out in space. Upgrade and arm your creations with weapons and structures you find in orbit, fly and explore using rocket physics.Battle deadly enemies in Campaign Mode to save humanity or explore Sandbox Mode for true creative control.
Why similar: Space 27%, Simulation 26.9%, Strategy 19.7%, Physics 10.5%, Action 8.7%
Space Scaven is a physical puzzle game about an engineer, whose job is to collect black boxes on abandoned space stations.
Why similar: Difficult 27%, Physics 22.3%, Space 20.8%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Action 11.2%
Take your place at the tactical station of a spaceship and face a brutal war in the near future for control of the outer planets in this realistic space warfare simulator. Choose your side and lead your ship into battle, maneuvering and fighting according to the laws of orbital mechanics.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.9%, Simulation 27.5%, Space 16.8%, Physics 16.6%, Strategy 5.5%
Do you want to fly a spaceship by your own hands like intergalactic pilot in VR? AI Rebellion gives you this unique opportunity with full support of Oculus Touch and HTC Vive.
Why similar: Simulation 35.6%, Space Sim 24.6%, Action 12.3%, Space 11.8%, Sci-fi 9.1%
Manage a private space company in an alternate-history 1960s Space Race. Take contracts, purchase launch vehicles, and plan launches as you try to survive the high-risk, high-cost world of private spaceflight.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.5%, Simulation 30.1%, Strategy 18.1%, Physics 10.1%, Space 9.8%
Sling shot explosive nuclear warheads into collision course with your planetary assassination targets. Using the gravitation of a planet against itself, while navigating your payload around asteroids, moons and even Black Holes for devastating effect!
Why similar: Space Sim 33%, Physics 21.6%, Space 18%, Simulation 14.9%, Sci-fi 11.5%
Pilot a stolen alien ship in a rebellion against the Archronite invasion. Fly across the archipelagos of your home world and capture enemy bases with the help of your navigation droid co-pilot, DFX-9T. Battle against enemy Arc Vectors, Fighters, Drones and Laser Tanks, liberate your planet, Melos.
Why similar: Simulation 27%, Space Sim 19.3%, Strategy 17.2%, Physics 10.4%, Action 10%
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 30.5%, Space 24.4%, Simulation 19.8%, Strategy 11.6%, Sci-fi 10.5%