- #1 Combustor
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Szymon AniolaPub: Szymon Aniola Entertainment
Windows
Gas reaction simulator. Build the ultimate jet engine, solve puzzles, or just make everything explode!
Why similar: Science 34.2%, Simulation 16.8%, Education 16.6%, Sandbox 10.2%, Logic 9.2%
- #2 Project Chemistry
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 228 reviews2021
Dev: Ata TürkoğluPub: Espale Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Interact with elements and molecules in a way that you have never before! Observe them and make them react with each other in the sandbox mode. Synthesize every molecule in the quest mode. Discover countless macromolecules and the elegancy of chemistry.
Why similar: Science 38.8%, Education 14.7%, Crafting 12.3%, Logic 8.2%, Simulation 7.4%
- #3 Virtual Chemistry Lab
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Alpay Akay
Windows
This is a serious game. Made for educational purposes. It was made in order to enable students to understand the high school chemistry curriculum and to provide equality of opportunity.
Why similar: Science 39.7%, Education 21.1%, Simulation 15.9%, Crafting 10.5%, Sandbox 9.9%
- #4 Ecocoru : Euclidean Constructions -- Compass & Ruler
95% 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 48.2%, Simulation 12.9%, Education 12.9%, Logic 12.8%, Puzzle 11.5%
- #5 Chimp Memory
94% 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 49.6%, Education 23.6%, Simulation 13.5%, Logic 11.3%, 2D 1.6%
- #6 Substance Lab POL
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PhaseOutLimit
Windows · Mac
Real chemistry, not fantasy alchemy. Combine substances, fill your codex, take quizzes, hunt reactions, and play rhythm challenges in Substance Lab POL.
Why similar: Science 49.4%, Education 18%, Crafting 13.7%, Puzzle 7.9%, Simulation 6.7%
- #7 Electrical Leak
93% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: Robut
Windows
Welcome to "Electrical Leak"—a electrician simulation and electrical puzzle game adapted from real-world cases! Armed with nothing but a test pen, you will face seemingly ordinary yet hazard-filled daily scenarios.
Why similar: Science 47.8%, Education 21.4%, Simulation 20.8%, Puzzle 8.4%, 2D 1.2%
- #8 Atomcraft
91% matchVery Positive95% of 434 reviews2026
Dev: Triplejump
Windows
A sandbox adventure where every pixel is physically and chemically simulated! Build intricate, fully functional machines from the pixels around you. Harvest, react, and manipulate all 118 elements to craft everything from simple tools to complex systems.
Why similar: Science 40.2%, Crafting 14.8%, Education 13.5%, Sandbox 10.3%, Simulation 9.5%
- #9 Aggi's Tiny Friends
92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Autumn SeniorPub: OST Senior
Windows
Join Aggi and dive into a world that lies just out of sight. Customize your own cell and see it thrive in a vibrant ecosystem. Discover a wide variety of organisms like you've never seen before. And learn real science in a playful and relaxed environment.
Why similar: Science 56%, Education 20.1%, Simulation 13.2%, Sandbox 9%, Colorful 1.4%
- #10 Eureka! Superconductor Lab
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GomulGames
Windows
Eureka! Superconductor Lab is a crafting+simulation game where you synthesize materials and witness the astonishing scientific phenomena. Work alongside scholars, science geeks, and your girlfriend to synthesize the Holy Grail of modern physics: a room-temperature superconductor!
Why similar: Science 41.9%, Crafting 13.5%, Education 12.4%, Simulation 10.6%, Logic 7.9%
- #11 Absolute Sol
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Absolute Sol
Windows
A physics sandbox of our Solar System. Fly the planets, change orbits, and watch Earth freeze, boil, or take a hit. Spawn worlds, cross Roche limits, and inspect atmospheres, magnetospheres, rings, and stellar heatmaps.
Why similar: Science 43.1%, Simulation 22.2%, Education 21.2%, Sandbox 13.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #12 Nanoscape
89% matchMixed57% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: 3D Visualisation Aesthetics Lab
Windows
A first person exploration of a cancer cell deep in the human body, featuring a highly detailed simulation of cellular anatomy and processes based on the latest scientific research!
Why similar: Science 50%, Education 22.2%, Simulation 20%, Exploration 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #13 Baugarten
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Treibrad Games
Windows · Mac
Baugarten is a new kind of empire-builder. Baugarten plays like a traditional empire builder - but those interested can push the limit by leveraging their math and science skills to optimise everything further and get ahead faster.
Why similar: Science 40.9%, Education 13.6%, Resource Management 10.8%, Simulation 10.4%, Sandbox 9%
- #14 HoloLAB Champions
89% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Grab your safety goggles and set out on a chemical-burning, liquid-stirring, camera-whirring competition in HoloLAB Champions, a virtual reality chemistry game show.
Why similar: Science 43.6%, Education 19%, Simulation 11.7%, Puzzle 7.7%, Exploration 6.5%
- #15 Compound Interest
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GhostRZZRPub: coldboot.studio
Windows
Turn Hydrogen into a production engine. Fuse elements by atomic number, craft real compounds, and build synergies on your way to mastering matter itself.
Why similar: Science 60.7%, Crafting 18%, Resource Management 13.8%, Puzzle 6.1%, 2D 1.1%
- #16 Chemistry My Love
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SPIN Software
Windows
Chemistry My Love is the ultimate gamified educational tool for high school and college level chemistry. Balance chemical reaction coefficients, masses and concentrations, with step-by-step explanations. Level up your knowledge playing chemical games and solving computer-generated quizzes.
Why similar: Science 47%, Simulation 31.9%, Education 21.1%
- #17 Force and Motion
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Nautilus Workshop
Windows
Force and Motion is a physics puzzle game where you apply your knowledge of real physics to solve puzzles in the game.
Why similar: Science 44.7%, Education 19.2%, Simulation 13.5%, Logic 8.5%, Puzzle 8%
- #18 Laser Attraction
84% matchVery Positive90% of 60 reviews2021
Dev: Vectmatica
Windows
Play with lasers and solve puzzles in Laser Attraction. Use reflection, refraction, dispersion and filtration to direct the laser beams, mix and separate colours, open doors, hit targets and complete puzzles.
Why similar: Science 46%, Simulation 13.7%, Puzzle 12%, Education 11.6%, Logic 8.2%
- #19 Tyto Ecology
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 440 reviews2016
Dev: Immersed Games
Windows · Mac
Build your biome! With an empty biodome as your canvas, add plants and animals from three different ecosystems. Observe interactions like hunting, blooming, and even decomposing! Will your biodome last for decades, or will it experience a total ecosystem collapse? You’re in control!
Why similar: Science 53.6%, Simulation 25.9%, Education 20.5%
- #20 Futuclass Education
83% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Futuclass
Windows
** 10 Chemistry and 1 Physics VR Modules – Available for $7.99 Each! ** Learn STEM through gamified experiences in VR! Co-created with award-winning science teachers, tested with students in classroom and at home.
Why similar: Science 39.4%, Education 17.3%, Simulation 12.9%, Sandbox 9.9%, Puzzle 9%
- #21 Marquito's Arcade - Play while Learning
82% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Megaillusion
Windows
Have fun and learn with this collection of educational games. Each one with different gameplays. Featuring: Cell Works - Chemibot Helps the City - Gaia and the Weather Powers - Super Pizza Delivery - Itchy Earth.More Games will Come!
Why similar: Science 35%, Education 16.9%, Crafting 12.3%, Simulation 9.3%, Logic 8.8%
- #22 Osy Osmosis
82% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Cogent Education
Windows · Mac · Linux
Osy Osmosis is a fun game for all ages where you must help Osy stay safe as she navigates through her world collecting stars. To help Osy, you will use osmosis to keep her in balance with the world around her.
Why similar: Science 60.1%, Education 24.8%, Simulation 8.7%, Exploration 6.4%
- #23 Solarium
81% matchMixed69% of 130 reviews2017
Dev: Sunfleck Software
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%
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 50.9%, Simulation 25.4%, Education 23.7%
- #24 Dustdrive: The Lightspeed Project
80% 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 49.9%, Crafting 19.9%, Puzzle 11.7%, Simulation 11%, Resource Management 5.8%
- #25 THE UNIVERSE
81% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Enrique Salvador
Windows
Feel like you are in space ! This application has been created in a photorealistic way, you will feel like you are on Mars, Jupiter, Mercury ... and ISS ! The best education game. If you like astronomy this is your application. You will feel that you are in space observing the entire universe.
Why similar: Science 54.8%, Education 22.6%, Simulation 22%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #26 Alchemistry
79% matchPositive79% of 27 reviews2022
Dev: Dysnomia
Windows · Mac · Linux
Practice Alchemistry, aka the art of merging elements to discover new ones! Solve challenges or play freely to discover every element. Craft the entire world from fire to life.
Why similar: Science 35.8%, Education 15.8%, Crafting 12.9%, Sandbox 8.6%, Puzzle 7.2%
- #27 MiTOSSis
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Allen Institute
Windows
A biology puzzle with real microscopy data
Why similar: Science 66.7%, Education 23.6%, Puzzle 9.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #28 BitWise
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Faint Current
Windows · Mac · Linux
Close the loop and the lamp lights. Build the relay, the gate, the adder, the latch, the counter, and a machine that reads Morse. Every circuit runs on a real simulator, and the parts you build become parts you build with. 238 levels about electricity and the machines people made from it.
Why similar: Science 34.2%, Education 20.7%, Simulation 15.7%, Logic 11.6%, Puzzle 10.9%
- #29 SPACE TOW TRUCK - ISAAC NEWTON's Favorite Puzzle Game
78% 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 55.1%, Education 23.5%, Puzzle 12.7%, Sandbox 4.5%, Simulation 3.9%
- #30 Size Matters
77% matchVery Positive87% of 514 reviews2021
Dev: Mazen GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
You play as a scientist who is shrinking every second in a race against time! Find all the ingredients and formulas scattered around the laboratory, which are necessary for producing the life-saving antidote. But beware, your time is very precious.
Why similar: Science 47.1%, Education 18.8%, Simulation 11.9%, Sandbox 10.2%, Puzzle 7.6%
- #31 Electric Alps
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dirty Paws Studio
Windows
You are an electrician, moving back to your hometown in the Austrian Alps, which you find lacks a certain... spark. Promptly tasked with wiring up the village, you solve electrical puzzles, blow fuses and master real-world circuitry techniques. Electrify the Alps, one circuit at a time.
Why similar: Science 36.1%, Education 22.1%, Simulation 17.7%, Logic 11.5%, Puzzle 4.7%
- #32 Chemist Wanted
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SciViewLearn
Windows
“Chemist Wanted” is a crafting game with a difference. In this lab simulator, you use real chemistry to create specific compounds. Set up your equipment, run the experiment and create your products. The higher the purity, the more money you will earn!
Why similar: Science 41.2%, Crafting 15.2%, Education 14.4%, Simulation 11.4%, Logic 6.5%
- #33 PHYSARUM: Slime Mold Simulator
76% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
Dev: Ka Hin Yuen
Windows
PHYSARUM is a sandbox simulation game. Simulate the real world slime mold Physarum polycephalum by generating millions of living particles. Create and mutate slime species in real time to discover countless mesmerizing and emergent patterns.
Why similar: Science 48.2%, Education 18.4%, Simulation 18.3%, Sandbox 14.1%, 2D 0.8%
- #34 IntuiCraft
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Brainpowder
Windows · Linux
A minimalistic intuition trainer app designed to sharpen your intuitive senses and enhance your decision-making abilities.
Why similar: Science 55.4%, Education 28.3%, Puzzle 9.8%, Relaxing 4.9%, 2D 1.3%
- #35 Rela
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Relavity
Windows · Linux
This program simulates astrophysics, allowing the creation of stellar systems in the void and the experience of being one of the celestial bodies.
Why similar: Science 51.5%, Education 22.3%, Simulation 15.5%, Sandbox 5.8%, Stylized 4.4%
- #36 Sandboxels
72% matchVery Positive95% of 1,172 reviews2025
Dev: R74n
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Falling-sand sandbox game with 500+ elements, chemistry, fire, life, food, and anything you can imagine.
Why similar: Science 45.3%, Education 17.5%, Crafting 12.9%, Sandbox 11.5%, Simulation 7.1%
- #37 One Degree Off
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Neutrino Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
One Degree Off is a 2D puzzle game that turns laser physics into captivating brain teasers. Master reflection and refraction to guide multiple lasers through intricate levels, Mix and split colors and, Control your beam's intensity to reach your goals.
Why similar: Science 42%, Simulation 21.9%, Puzzle 16.2%, Logic 9.4%, Relaxing 6.9%
- #38 Gate Logic
74% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Szabzi
Windows
Gate Logic lets you build any logic circuit made up from the Boolean logic gates NOT, AND, OR, NOR, XOR and XNOR on an infinite, grid based canvas.
Why similar: Science 39.3%, Education 18.4%, Simulation 15.2%, Logic 13.1%, Sandbox 11.9%
- #39 TraptionBakery
75% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Jon PrestidgePub: ProperBostin Interactive
Windows
A huge and detailed, fully functional mad contraption. Fathom how on Earth you can bake some bread with it, or marvel at it's madness. Upcyclepunk at its best.
Why similar: Science 38.4%, Education 17%, Simulation 11%, Logic 10.5%, Puzzle 8.5%
- #40 Unknot!
71% matchPositive91% of 33 reviews2025
Dev: P.F.J.
Windows · Mac
Unknot! is a physics-simulation puzzle game where you unknot knots with simple controls, based on knot theory. Blending art, puzzles, and math, it delivers a unique experience—whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore puzzle enthusiast.
Why similar: Science 44.7%, Simulation 16.5%, Logic 12.2%, Puzzle 11%, Education 10.3%
- #41 Realindustry
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 44 reviews2026
Dev: AssemblyPrime
Windows · Mac
Hyper-realistic industrial simulation: 236 materials, 354 science-based processes. From stone to a Hyperdrive Engine — with real chemistry and deep automation. Your factory grows. Someone notices. Every decision is logged. Welcome, Director.
Why similar: Science 46%, Crafting 15.3%, Education 12.5%, Simulation 12.5%, Resource Management 8.4%
- #42 Parametric Creature: Lab
73% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Ni Hao
Windows · Mac
Explore and create parametric creatures
Why similar: Science 33.7%, Simulation 13.3%, Crafting 12.6%, Sandbox 11.4%, Education 10.7%
- #43 Momentum Mayhem
73% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: UnscriptedLogic
Windows
A casual 2.5D physics oriented game about building unorthodox contraptions to solve puzzles with a variety of items at disposal
Why similar: Science 46.3%, Education 19.8%, Sandbox 12%, Puzzle 10.1%, Simulation 8.2%
- #44 Atoms and Time
72% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Brain Ranch Games
Windows
Survive, evolve, and adapt in a rapidly changing world. Survive the test of time, and become an integral part of your world's biosphere. Or play God and build a full ecosystem in seconds.
Why similar: Science 56.3%, Simulation 21.8%, Education 21.5%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #45 Doodle God Universe
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JoyBits Ltd.
Windows
You have four basic elements, an empty planet and plenty of time. Not that these alone are enough to create the Universe. You will also have to use your intelligence and imagination as you combine air, water, fire and earth to create hundreds of new elements to make your planet come alive!
Why similar: Science 34.4%, Crafting 14.6%, Logic 13.1%, Simulation 9.8%, Puzzle 7.8%
- #46 Alchemy Laboratory: Simulator
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Afk Pixel Studio
Windows
Dive into a world of creation and discovery, where each element combines to form new ones. Experiment freely in this interactive sandbox. But be careful: every combination has its consequences..
Why similar: Science 47.9%, Education 16.7%, Sandbox 13.4%, Simulation 12.7%, Crafting 5.3%
- #47 Hydrogen Game
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: kakeia
Windows
A falling puzzle game where you drop 118 different elements and aim for a high score. You don't have to know the elements! Can you see the 118th element?
Why similar: Science 66%, Education 21.1%, Puzzle 10.4%, Colorful 1.3%, 2D 0.9%
- #48 OCTOPTICOM 3D
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: UP DEVELOPMENT LTD.
Windows · Linux
OCTOPTICOM 3D is a major upgrade to your favorite open-ended puzzle programming game about designing and optimizing optical computing devices. Featuring 3D graphics and gameplay, refined ui, rewritten simulation, all original levels and components plus new additions, histograms and more.
Why similar: Science 31.8%, Simulation 19.7%, Education 14.2%, Puzzle 12.8%, Logic 12.3%
- #49 PlanetariumVR
70% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Hubert CecottiPub: hublab
Windows
Planetarium for VR to learn about the stars, constellations, and deep sky objects from the Messier, Caldwell, Herschel400, NGC, IC, Sharpless, and Arp catalogs. Learn the positions of stars and the Messier objects; play the minesweeper in VR in a polyhedron.
Why similar: Science 45.9%, Simulation 19.4%, Education 14.4%, Exploration 5.3%, Relaxing 5.2%
- #50 Thrive
67% matchVery Positive92% of 1,761 reviews2021
Dev: Revolutionary Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
An evolution simulation game. Take control of your species in the environment and edit your species as a whole. Compete with other evolving species for resources on an alien planet.
Why similar: Science 52.9%, Education 19.2%, Simulation 14.4%, Sandbox 12.2%, 2D 1.2%
- #51 TerraBlocks
68% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: shrubec
Windows · Linux
TerraBlocks is a geography-based puzzle game where you move and rotate drifting continent pieces from the North Pole to their correct places. As you progress, the challenge increases. Test your spatial awareness and geographic knowledge while rebuilding the world!
Why similar: Science 28.6%, Education 28.1%, Simulation 23%, Puzzle 15.3%, Exploration 4.3%
- #52 Quantum Properties
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NowakGames
Windows · Linux
Do you believe in quanta? Test your choices and luck in a unique physics simulation. Explore a multidimensional experiment, acquire properties, and analyze the ripple effects of your decisions. Remember: life is a difficult game. One fatal decision and IT’S OVER!
Why similar: Science 55.5%, Simulation 20.8%, Education 14.6%, Logic 5.8%, Exploration 3.2%
- #53 XPLORASI3D
69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Syahir Bahiran HilmiPub: MULTIPDPKIT
Windows
3D Digital Game-Based Learning.
Why similar: Science 56.5%, Education 32.4%, Exploration 10.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #54 Molecule - a chemical challenge
69% 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 62.3%, Education 25.7%, Puzzle 12%
- #55 Elementary Sandbox
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Invocative Studio
Windows
Elementary Sandbox is a physics-based particle simulator that allows you to create, destroy, and interact on an unimaginable scale. It merges real-time gravity, strong and weak interaction, electromagnetic and material interactions.
Why similar: Science 43%, Simulation 27.2%, Sandbox 16.8%, Exploration 10.4%, 2D 2.2%
- #56 WaterMeasure
67% 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 57.4%, Education 21.7%, Crafting 10.8%, Puzzle 8.3%, 2D 1.4%
- #57 Creatures Village
67% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Creature LabsPub: Gameware Europe
Windows
This is a special world, inhabited by the amazing virtual life forms known as Norns. These cuddly little creatures have their own Digital DNA, brains and biochemistry. They learn and think for themselves but they need you to love them, care for them and play with them.
Why similar: Science 54.1%, Education 17.7%, Simulation 10.1%, Exploration 9.5%, Nonlinear 2.5%
- #58 Aptamirror
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Stellar Genesis Games
Windows
Aptamirror is a meditative physics-based puzzle game inspired by molecular biology. Manipulate RNA strands by grabbing, mutating, cleaving, and ligating to match increasingly complex target structures. Challenge yourself with 50 handcrafted puzzles designed by a PhD Biochemist. Think. Fold. Repeat.
Why similar: Science 49.1%, Education 15.1%, Logic 10.5%, Puzzle 9.9%, Simulation 8.8%