Games Like Mars Odyssey

MARS 2030 is a virtual reality simulation where players explore the Red Planet and make discoveries across 40 square kilometers of open Martian terrain, accurately-mapped and -modeled using NASA satellite data. Produced in collaboration with NASA.

Why similar: Mars 62.3% ★, Simulation 37.7%

Unearthing Mars is a VR adventure game set on the mysterious Red Planet. Unearthing Mars provides hours of unique gameplay experiences, ranging from puzzle-solving to first-person shooting, the game will allow players to resolve challenges from a variety of game genres.

Why similar: Mars 55.9% ★, Simulation 23.9%, VR 20.2%

Apollo 11 VR is the story of the greatest journey ever taken by humankind. This VR experience is a recreation of the events which took place between July 16th and July 24th 1969. Now for the first time ever you get to experience this historic event through the eyes of those who lived through it.

Why similar: VR 52.9%, Simulation 47.1%

Take On Mars places you right in the middle of mankind’s most exciting undertaking. Start out in the seat of a rover operator, finish as the first human to have ever set foot on the Red Planet.

Why similar: Mars 76.4% ★, Simulation 23.6%

You can experience how it feels to stand on the surface of planets, satellites or comets, view the amazing scenery there, and get a better understanding of the differences between these heavenly bodies and the Earth.

Why similar: VR 54.9%, Simulation 38.3%, Indie 6.8%

An educational virtual reality journey through space. Be the first space tourist in history and explore planets and moons in our Solar System like never before. You can experience a journey to the Earth's moon, explore Mars, and even see the surface of Enceladus, one of Saturn's moons.

Why similar: VR 60.3%, Simulation 37.3%, Indie 2.4%

Apollo 11 VR HD is the story of the greatest journey ever taken by humankind. Now you get to experience this historic event through the eyes of those who lived through it.

Why similar: Simulation 55.2%, VR 44.8%

Overview is a mind-changing experience about our position in the Universe. With a narrative and an interactive mode, it features realistic imagery and accurate data to leave you in awe and wonder at the vastness of the Cosmos.

Why similar: Mars 65.7% ★, VR 22.6%, Simulation 10.9%, Indie 0.8%

The Martian VR Experience is an interactive, immersive adventure from the perspective of astronaut Mark Watney. Participants perform tasks for Watney’s survival, fly onto the surface of Mars, steer at zero gravity through space, drive a rover, and experience key scenes from the hit film in an interactive virtual reality environment.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese space in VR for about 3 minutes.

Why similar: VR 100%

Mars Colony: Challenger is a 3D first / third person game that offers you the challenge of setting up a remote base on the surface of Mars. At its core, the game was derived from a simulator where everything is interactively tied together.

Why similar: Mars 53.8% ★, Simulation 42.1%, Indie 4.1%

In this project you can become an astronaut on the first moon base in human history. You can drive a rover, do some jobs with drilling devices, figure out how solar panels work and walk on the moon surface.

Why similar: VR 59.9%, Simulation 40.1%

Experience the thrill of standing in the boots of a future astronaut on Mars in the world of Starlite.Participate with your crewmate in a single-player 20 minute mini-adventure that soon turns into more than you bargained for on the Red Planet.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Red Matter is a story-driven VR puzzle adventure game set during a dystopian sci-fi Cold War. Take on the role of Agent Epsilon, an astronaut of the Atlantic Union dispatched to an abandoned Volgravian moon base on a faraway planet. Your mission: to investigate a shady top secret research project.

Why similar: VR 93%, Indie 7%

An interactive art demo that showcases what a future base on Mars could look like. Project Eagle isn't a game - but an exploration of mankind's possible future.

Why similar: Mars 70.7% ★, Simulation 29.3%

JCB Pioneer: Mars drops you onto the surface of The Red Planet. Your mission: To survive and prepare Mars for future human colonization.

Why similar: Mars 59.3% ★, Simulation 34.8%, Indie 5.9%

For the first time ever, step inside Nefertari's tomb and immerse yourself in the story of its art, history, construction, and mythology through interactive elements.

Why similar: Simulation 51.2%, VR 48.8%

The Red Planet is vast, desolate, and utterly indifferent to your survival. Surviving Mars: Pioneer is the first made-for-VR entry in the Surviving Mars universe, challenging you to carve out an existence in one of the most hostile environments imaginable.

Why similar: Mars 59.5% ★, VR 28.1%, Simulation 12.4%

The Body VR: Journey Inside a Cell is an educational virtual reality experience that takes the user inside the human body.

Why similar: VR 54.9%, Simulation 45.1%

Experience the International Space Station in VR with high-quality images and learn about the inner-workings of the Space Station from the European Space Agency's Samantha Cristoforetti, holder of the record for the longest uninterrupted spaceflight by a European astronaut.

Why similar: Indie 100%

Explore one of nature's greatest wonders from the comfort of your home with the Grand Canyon VR Experience for HTC VIVE and Oculus Rift! Transport yourself on an epic journey into the heart of nature through the magic of Virtual Reality completely immersed in a fully dynamic and interactive beauty never before seen in VR.

Why similar: VR 61.2%, Simulation 33%, Indie 5.8%

Enter the ultimate 1970s space capsule in this thrilling VR adventure. Awaken your inner cosmonaut with intense, interactive gameplay, manage catastrophic system failures, and experience a hilarious story of Cold War absurdities. Can you make it back to Earth alive?

Why similar: VR 55.1%, Simulation 38.4%, Indie 6.5%

Visionarium is a visionary music driven VR journey. In this experience a visionary trance state is simulated.

Why similar: Simulation 57.4%, VR 36.1%, Indie 6.5%

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: VR 55.1%, Simulation 44.9%

Take a seat and immerse yourself in one of our 3D dome movies. Explore the interactive planetarium controls to discover stars, constellations, holograms and lasers! Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Moon landings, explore the wonders of the cosmos and take a tour of the International Space Station.

Why similar: Simulation 84.5%, Indie 15.5%

Explore the vast terrains of Mars, generated from real NASA satellite data, and survive threats like dust storms by discovering randomized supply caches and habitats. Adventure on foot or in driveable rovers with this otherworldly first-person sandbox.

Why similar: Simulation 85.6%, Indie 14.4%

CosmoOdyssey: Trip to Mars is a first-person spaceship adventure with a special Ukrainian flavor.

Why similar: Mars 96.6% ★, Indie 3.4%

A modern take on the classic arcade game, Lunar Lander, Lunar Flight extends the experience to a fully fictionalized and accessible lunar module simulator

Why similar: VR 52.7%, Simulation 43.2%, Indie 4.2%

Experience what it feels like to climb Mount Everest through a sequence of immersive first person locations as you strive to reach the top of the world. Incomparable visual fidelity combined with player agency in a VR journey that feels both real and emotionally stunning.

Why similar: VR 59.7%, Simulation 37%, Indie 3.3%

LUNE is a experiential haiku, a short poem dedicated to the exploration of the new medium of VR. You can touch and play; poke and prod; dance, move, caress, or simply meditate as you build yourself a pillow fort made from stars, in the company of the quiet moon.

Why similar: Simulation 47%, VR 43.8%, Indie 9.2%

Just how big is big? Journey through this holographic Solar System, and then squint your eyes in the intense light of a few of the largest known stars. Enjoy various accidentally-educational activities along the way. Great care has been taken to ensure a comfortable VR experience. VR optional.

Why similar: VR 51%, Simulation 41.8%, Indie 7.2%

Sol 0 is a real time strategy game where you establish the first Martian colony. From the first human footprints on Martian soil to a thriving and self-sustaining colony, Sol 0 imagines a near future using technology that could be available within the next few decades.

Why similar: Mars 69% ★, Simulation 26.6%, Indie 4.4%

As an Engineer - crew member of one of the first Mars colonies - you are responsible for repairing and maintaining Mars Rovers. In this advanced simulator you will learn the internal details of various Mars Rovers and their components.

Why similar: Mars 76.2% ★, Simulation 20.3%, Indie 3.5%

4D Toys: A box of toys from the fourth dimension.

Why similar: Simulation 46.3%, VR 45.8%, Indie 7.8%

Visit 6 Beautiful Places in VR and Relax.

Why similar: Simulation 55.4%, VR 44.6%

Join the James Webb Space Telescope in orbit beyond the Moon and explore the universe from its perspective. Planetary systems are born, galaxies form, and stars emerge from within colorful nebulas—all before your eyes.

Why similar: VR 56.8%, Simulation 43.2%

Above is a virtual experience that place the player in the position of a stranded astronaut in space. Join the main character in a visually stunning experience during the last minutes of his life.

Why similar: Simulation 53%, VR 47%

Re-live the early days of spaceflight in the accurate, detailed and exciting simulation of the Mercury spacecraft.

Why similar: VR 63.8%, Simulation 31.8%, Indie 4.4%

Be part of the action! SPACE RIFT is the first part of a breathtaking action space adventure with a captivating story specifically designed for Virtual Reality!Experience the excitement of flying through the expanses of our galaxy up close in your own cockpit and join the fight for the freedom of humanity on Mars!

Why similar: VR 61.7%, Simulation 35.9%, Indie 2.4%

InMind is a short scientific adventure with arcade elements designed for the Oculus VR. Submerge into the microworld and experience the miracles of the human mind.

Why similar: VR 93.1%, Simulation 3.6%, Indie 3.3%

The ultimate space simulator game, precisely modeling the space and space environment inside the International Space Station (ISS).

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Explore a precisely recreated lunar surface built from real data and a JAXA-backed simulation.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Explore what was out of reach before - travel to mesmerizing real world places and discover their stories!

Why similar: VR 66.9%, Simulation 33.1%

In Mars Colony: Frontier you can learn the hard way what life would be like if you were stranded on the red planet. In this open-world simulator, you assume the role of an astronaut who has been sent on a mission to Mars only to have turmoil on Earth extend your stay indefinitely.

Why similar: Simulation 85.5%, Indie 14.5%

Museum of Symmetry is a room-scale 20-minute narrative VR experience featuring 2D animation in a 3D playground. Come and meet vivacious characters on a kaleidoscopic joyride through landscapes of earth, fire, wind and water. There are no rules here. Just enjoy.

Why similar: Simulation 57%, VR 32.6%, Indie 10.4%

It was your only way off this forsaken planet, but standing aboard a colossal stolen mech, you find yourself surrounded by unfamiliar buttons, levers, and monitors. In full VR, push, pull, press and hack everything you can find in an attempt to activate this lumbering beast and make your escape.

Why similar: VR 66.2%, Simulation 33.8%

Ready for work? Excavator Simulator VR gives a short immersive experience of how to operate a 90 tonne excavator from the comfort of your couch. Drive and dig anywhere or complete the tutorials. It is all up to you.

Why similar: VR 59.4%, Simulation 40.6%

Build physically simulated rovers to transport awkwardly shaped cargo across the rugged terrain of Mars. Earn funds, unlock new parts, and use your ingenuity to help the Martians establish a new home. Playable solo or in online co-op!

Why similar: Mars 88.4% ★, Simulation 11.6%

An immersive multiplayer art showcase in virtual reality, the Museum of Other Realities is a space to connect, share, and experience a growing collection of mind-bending VR art with others.

Why similar: Simulation 58%, VR 42%

Survive and colonize Mars in a highly technical, open-world sandbox game. Build and upgrade your base, discover new regions, conduct mining operations, retrieve water, generate oxygen, grow crops, and fix broken parts.

Why similar: Mars 78% ★, Simulation 18.9%, Indie 3.1%

Secrets of Soil is an interactive journey that explores the hidden world of soil and its role in combating climate change. Your journey will take you to a microscopic world, witnessing the essential life forms that live there.

Why similar: VR 52.3%, Simulation 40.9%, Indie 6.9%

Awaken on an asteroid in deep space, underneath comets and giant stars. Designed for HTC Vive, Prologue introduces the critically-acclaimed world of Irrational Exuberance—a fever dream of interstellar interactions. Take the first step on a journey of risk, wonder and discovery.

Why similar: VR 85.4%, Indie 14.6%

Detached is a suspenseful interstellar duel that demands tactics and skill to survive. Separated from your unit you must make smart decisions and race to safety in this visceral exploration of deep space. Strap yourself into your spacesuit for thrilling gameplay designed for VR headsets.

Why similar: VR 61.6%, Simulation 33.3%, Indie 5.1%

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: Simulation 100%

Step onto Michelangelo’s scaffold to learn about how he painted the ceiling, or enter a Vatican conservator’s mobile aerial platform to see the ceiling up close and learn about the controversial cleaning. Over 100 clickable elements about Michelangelo’s work.

Why similar: Simulation 82.3%, VR 17.7%

Play in your own virtual arcade with unlimited tokens.

Why similar: VR 53.6%, Simulation 39.9%, Indie 6.5%

Experience zero gravity flight from the astronaut helmet perspective in this unique flight simulator. Ever wanted to know what it would be like to be an astronaut? Now you can find out.

Why similar: Simulation 87.8%, Indie 12.2%

Lead a major space agency as you guide humanity to Mars in this strategy simulation game. Construct a base, design and build rockets, conduct missions throughout the Solar System, and write your own history of Space exploration. Created with support from the European Space Agency.

Why similar: Mars 84.2% ★, Simulation 15.8%

Have you ever wondered what the whole Universe looks like? With the myriad Galaxies, each containing billions of Stars, including our Solar System? Have you seen a Human Brain and its Neurons? DNA? What about the Electrons surrounding the tiny Atomic Nucleus? And what lies at even smaller scales?

Why similar: Simulation 47.9%, VR 43.2%, Indie 8.9%