- #1 Heathen Engineering's Terran
97% matchMostly Negative33% of 15 reviews2019
Dev: Heathen Engineering
Windows · Mac · Linux
Galactic Strategy | Tactics | Action! Found an empire and expand across the stars, command massive fleets in interstellar conflicts and pilot powerful warships as you battle for victory in Heathen Engineering’s Terran.
Why similar: 4X 21.9% ★, Grand Strategy 15.5% ★, Space 14.1%, Real Time Tactics 12.5%, Third-Person Shooter 12%
- #2 Galactic Ruler
96% matchMixed49% of 121 reviews2022
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Galactic Ruler offers real time strategy game play at both planetary level and in space! Lead your faction in diplomacy or conquest across a procedurally generated galactic map where any system might hold hostile enemies or resource riches. Develop advanced technologies to rule the galaxy!
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 18.2% ★, 4X 16.6% ★, Real Time Tactics 13.6%, Grand Strategy 13.3% ★, Space Sim 10.2%
- #3 Distant Worlds 2
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,504 reviews2022
Dev: CodeForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Distant Worlds 2 is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 28.1% ★, Grand Strategy 20.5% ★, Space 12.4%, Strategy 10.1%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #4 Tachyon Wars
95% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Fair Games
Windows
Tachyon Wars is a sci-fi real-time space strategy game. It introduces seriously deep gameplay with an emphasis on fleet control. Open space to explore, large-scale battles, crafty AI. All of it is well seasoned with novel real-time game mechanics.
Why similar: 4X 26% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Space 14.5%, Real Time Tactics 11.1%, Strategy 11%
- #5 Polaris Sector
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 472 reviews2016
Dev: SoftWarWarePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Can anyone build an empire in a place like this? Other factions are naturally suspicious of newcomers and may wage war at the first sign of unidentified craft. Here, a natural death is an uncommon luxury.
Why similar: 4X 23.7% ★, Real-Time with Pause 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Space 12.7%, Real Time Tactics 10.6%
- #6 Stellaris
94% matchVery Positive86% of 194,059 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 143.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
Why similar: 4X 23.3% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Space 16.5%, Real-Time with Pause 13.6% ★, Sci-fi 8.1%
- #7 Distant Worlds: Universe
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,848 reviews2014
Dev: Code ForcePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.
Why similar: 4X 34.9% ★, Space 17.2%, Grand Strategy 15.5% ★, Real-Time with Pause 10.9% ★, Strategy 9.5%
- #8 Unending Galaxy
92% matchMixed62% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: Anarkis Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Unending Galaxy is a unique space-sim in which you can fill any role from pirate or trader to the leader of a large galactic empire.
Why similar: 4X 21.3% ★, Real-Time with Pause 17.8% ★, Space 15.4%, Strategy 13.8%, Space Sim 11.5%
- #9 Stellar Dynasty
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Joshua R.D. Wilson
Windows
A sci-fi, 4X, real-time strategy game. Build, fight, and explore to survive against an unstoppable alien threat. Carry the fight from one galaxy to the next as you battle back from the brink of extinction, and unlock the secrets of the past to restore your people to the path of galactic super power.
Why similar: 4X 25.1% ★, Real-Time with Pause 20.1% ★, Space 15%, Real Time Tactics 10.4%, Futuristic 9%
- #10 Commanders Fury
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RoboFox Games LLC
Windows
Take command of the war machine of an empire in this 4x RTS hybrid. Fight battles with your flagship fleet in fully 3D real-time space combat. Recruit, train and dispatch commanders. Give them orders, directives and equip their fleets. Manage your empire’s supply logistics and fleet operations.
Why similar: 4X 24.6% ★, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, Space 14.1%, Real-Time with Pause 10% ★, Real Time Tactics 8.7%
- #11 Dawn of Andromeda
90% matchMixed44% of 242 reviews2017
Dev: Grey Wolf EntertainmentPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dawn of Andromeda is a pausable, real-time 4X space strategy game providing an accessible, fun and immersive experience, introducing fresh ideas to the genre. Build your empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research technologies and build great fleets.
Why similar: 4X 34.7% ★, Real-Time with Pause 26.7% ★, Space 16.2%, Strategy 14.6%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #12 Unconquered Sun
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pat Traynor
Windows
3D hard sci-fi grand strategy across a procedural galaxy. Build colonies, forge fleets, and command an interstellar empire with information constrained by the speed of light.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 27.3% ★, Space Sim 18.2%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Space 9.5%, Strategy 7.6%
- #13 Stellar Sovereigns
89% matchMixed65% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: Imagined Reality
Windows
Indie 4X space strategy game with TB empire management and RTS combat set in a 3D star cluster. Build an interstellar empire by colonizing and conquering star systems, develop your colonies establish trade routes and construct fleets from a range of retrofittable capital & escort class vessels.
Why similar: 4X 22.7% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Space Sim 14.1%, Space 10.1%, Real Time Tactics 8.9%
- #14 Lord of Rigel
88% matchMixed68% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: Rhombus Studios
Windows
Lord of Rigel is a turn-based 4X space strategy game inspired by the classics. In a galaxy divided by two elder races, will you unite with other species or forge your own path? Navigate galactic politics and defeat threats using espionage, research, and military force. How will you shape the galaxy?
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 20.2% ★, 4X 18.9% ★, Grand Strategy 16% ★, Space 10.4%, Space Sim 10.2%
- #15 The Last Federation
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 503 reviews2014
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: 4X 24.4% ★, Space 19.3%, Real-Time with Pause 14.3% ★, Grand Strategy 13.7% ★, Strategy 13%
- #16 Near Sol
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: LTide
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space 4X game with the ability to build factories, extract resources, with characters, internal and external markets ... Take part in the discussion of the game, share your vision)
Why similar: 4X 27.4% ★, Grand Strategy 22% ★, Real Time Tactics 14.2%, Space 12.2%, Strategy 7.3%
- #17 New Stars
85% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: adamjr
Windows · Linux
Expand your own galactic empire across new stars, research technologies, and challenge great alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, and starbases to gather more resources. Explore a unique galaxy full of secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities.
Why similar: 4X 22.5% ★, Grand Strategy 18.4% ★, Real Time Tactics 12.2%, Space 11.6%, Space Sim 11.4%
- #18 Structura
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Binary Station Studio
Windows · Linux
Structura is a rather unique sci-fi real-time strategy set in space. Its a hybrid of rts and fps, with emphasis on combat and survival. Build your economy for war, modify the unit by adding components, explore, expand, and survive the savage waves of enemy attacks.
Why similar: 4X 24.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19% ★, Space Sim 15.1%, Real Time Tactics 12.6%, Strategy 6.9%
- #19 Falling Frontier
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stutter Fox StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Conquer a vast procedurally generated star system in Falling Frontier, a sci-fi RTS where intel and logistics are decisive factors. Design ships and raid enemy supply lines, lay minefields and construct recon stations, and ambush enemy forces within asteroid fields and nebulae.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 22.1% ★, 4X 20.9% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Space 12.3%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #20 Stellar Reach
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: Stelleas
Windows
Stellar Reach is a 4X hard sci-fi strategy game where you control a faction vying for dominance across a hostile galactic frontier. Guide your empire through conquest, prosperity, or industrial power as you advance through six distinct tech trees and forge your path to victory.
Why similar: 4X 28.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.4% ★, Space 13.7%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Strategy 8.1%
- #21 Galactic Inheritors
84% matchMixed44% of 86 reviews2015
Dev: Crispon GamesPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Colonise solar systems and watch them grow. Explore the galaxy to find its strategic choke points. Build up your empire and your fleet and then use the power of the media to prepare your people for the inevitable war. At the same time watch your opponents, keep on an eye on their own media and watch for threats and opportunities.
Why similar: 4X 36.5% ★, Space 24.8%, Grand Strategy 17.9% ★, Strategy 12%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #22 Eclipsi
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 3nc3ladus
Windows
Embark on an epic 3D space shooter adventure featuring dynamic space combat and thrilling planetary exploration. Battle in single or multiplayer modes from 1v1 to 5v5, strategizing to achieve victory through base destruction, resource collection, or base capture. Dominate with our ranking system!
Why similar: Flight 21.4%, Space Sim 19.5%, Third-Person Shooter 16.9%, Space 10.4%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #23 Starpoint Gemini Warlords
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,581 reviews2017
Dev: Little Green Men Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: 4X 19.5% ★, Space 14.4%, Space Sim 13.4%, Grand Strategy 13% ★, Flight 11.8%
- #24 Fragile Existence
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fragile ContinuumPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Save humanity from the brink of extinction in this sci-fi strategy game of survival. Travel among the stars to seek out resources, establish and develop colonies to sustain civilization, and grow your military might to push back against an overwhelming threat.
Why similar: Real-Time with Pause 23% ★, 4X 20.3% ★, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, Space 11.1%, Sci-fi 6.7%
- #25 Arc Savior
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 29 reviews2019
Dev: Squid Monkey Studios
Windows
Discover a beautiful and brutal universe through three immersive stories. Champion blazing fast dog-fights, Out wit aggressive defense systems and overcome constant overwhelming odds. This is your goal, this is your duty, this is your way of life...
Why similar: Flight 19.1%, Space Sim 17.9%, Space 15.1%, Third-Person Shooter 15.1%, Simulation 11.6%
- #26 Antropico: Colonies
80% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Scassius Systems
Windows · Linux
Un gioco di strategia spaziale su larga scala che mira a costruire e mantenere il potere in una galassia simulata. Costruisci, sviluppa e sopravvivi in una galassia plasmata dalla storia e conseguenze.
Why similar: 4X 26.7% ★, Grand Strategy 25.7% ★, Strategy 12.6%, Space 10.3%, Futuristic 8.4%
- #27 Red Pearl Pirates
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Eoin Tolster
Windows · Linux
Command vast fleets in epic space battles, master a turn-based galactic campaign, and unite a pirate rebellion to find the legendary Red Pearl and stand against the tyrannical Z-Army. They can't take the stars from us!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 25% ★, 4X 22.8% ★, Real Time Tactics 15.5%, Space 10.6%, Strategy 7.2%
- #28 The Mystery Of The Moon
78% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: HUANG MEI ZHAO
Windows
The game of survival and construction on the surface of the moon. Learn to build a base on the surface of the moon, maintain survival, explore and discover the secrets inside the moon, and solve abnormal problems.
Why similar: Flight 19.4%, Space Sim 16.3%, Space 14.8%, Third-Person Shooter 10.5%, Sci-fi 9%
- #29 Solar War
79% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2015
Dev: Snipefish Entertainment
Windows · Linux
A turn-based grand strategy game in space, set in the near future: Defend Earth against an alien invasion from the edge of the Solar System and expand your campaign to push them back to their base.
Why similar: 4X 21.5% ★, Real-Time with Pause 20.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.6% ★, Space 12.9%, Space Sim 12.6%
- #30 Solar Wave
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SavGus Studio
Windows
A large-scale 4X strategy game with indirect control and a focus on simulating a space empire. Capture systems, develop your economy and logistics, call up hundreds of powerful fleets and watch them incinerate enemies of the Solar Empire.
Why similar: 4X 26.8% ★, Grand Strategy 23.2% ★, Space 15.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Strategy 7.8%
- #31 TheFlagship
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NeveraiN Games
Windows
"The Flagship" is a singleplayer third-person space warship roguelike game. From destroyers to battleships, choose your vessel and equip it to face node-based roguelike challenges, each adventure is a different experience. Your ship, equipment, skill level and roguelike ability build will be tested.
Why similar: Space Sim 21%, Flight 17.3%, Space 17%, Third-Person Shooter 10%, Sci-fi 10%
- #32 Galactic Ruler Enlightenment
77% matchMixed63% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Play campaign stories within the Galactic Ruler universe. Invade the galaxy to eliminate those who stand in your way or rally alien races to defend against the invaders. Fight battles at both planet and space across a procedurally generated galaxy. Use new unit control systems to manage your forces.
Why similar: 4X 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 21.5% ★, Space 14.4%, Space Sim 8.2%, Sci-fi 8%
- #33 Stellar Monarch 2
76% matchVery Positive88% of 128 reviews2022
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Stellar Monarch 2 is a feudal space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. Great noble houses, usurpers to the throne, rebels, assassins, court intrigues, disloyal admirals, incompetent governors and ever-present alien threat.
Why similar: 4X 37.9% ★, Grand Strategy 28.3% ★, Space 13.1%, Strategy 11.9%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #34 After the Crash : Colony
75% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: Penche Software
Windows
Build order on a strange planet, keep your crew alive, and gather the parts needed to repair the crashed main ship. Manage resources, explore new areas, face growing threats, and strengthen your colony a little more with each passing day.
Why similar: 4X 28.2% ★, Space Sim 20.4%, Real Time Tactics 14.2%, Space 13.4%, Sci-fi 8%
- #35 Descending Empires
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Parcyval
Windows
A multiplayer space RTS blending in depth mechanics with fast paced skirmish matches. control and manage an empire together with your team in large-scale physic-based online battles, and expand your army mit modded factions
Why similar: 4X 21.2% ★, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Space Sim 13.7%, Real Time Tactics 12%, Flight 11.2%
- #36 Final Vanguard
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Pepper Inc.
Windows
Rule a living interstellar empire in this real-time 4X grand strategy. Make decisions that shape civilian lives, manage fragile supply lines, lead military conquests, and decide whether your civilization thrives or collapses under its own expansion.
Why similar: 4X 23.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19% ★, Real-Time with Pause 14.5% ★, Space Sim 13.5%, Space 11%
- #37 Galactic Conflict
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Shadowfoundry GamesPub: Sinpros Entertainment and Multimedia
Windows
A real-time sci-fi 4X strategy game where you explore procedurally generated star systems, expand your empire, manage resources, build fleets, and wage war against multiple AI factions in a dynamic and evolving galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 30.6% ★, Space Sim 16.8%, Real Time Tactics 13.6%, Strategy 13%, Simulation 8.6%
- #38 Dust Fleet
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 220 reviews2023
Dev: Orbiting DiscoPub: indie.io
Windows
Assume command of a battle fleet and deploy immediately to the Dust Zone, commander. Our main food supply station has gone dark and the United Earth Nations (UEN) needs to know why in this 4X RTS space sim. Manage your ships, control space stations, and watch your back.
Why similar: 4X 26.8% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.7%, Space Sim 15.1%, Space 15.1%, Sci-fi 9.4%
- #39 群星战纪: 最终防卫线 - STARS ERA: THE FINAL DEFENCE
74% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: AnimicGame
Windows
We will be the last guardian of the planet, here will be our final line of defense. The Clyde Star Spaceguard will fight to the last moment.
Why similar: Flight 25.2%, Third-Person Shooter 24.7%, Space 24.6%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Action 4.8%
- #40 Dynasty Protocol
72% matchPositive78% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Ellipses Studios
Windows
Command your space fleet, mine asteroids, and conquer colonies in this immersive real-time strategy game. Build powerful space stations, upgrade your ships through combat experience, and manage vital resources as you expand your dynasty across a star system.
Why similar: 4X 25.3% ★, Grand Strategy 20.4% ★, Space 14.5%, Real Time Tactics 13.8%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #41 Solar Nations 2
71% matchVery Positive88% of 263 reviews2025
Dev: Flomgus Games
Windows
In this Grand Strategy game, you take control of the Solar System's Great Powers in 2092 and weather the storm of change as you navigate the uncertain waters of the future. Control the greatest military forces in the world and wage wars on an epic scale: outer space is yours to conquer!
Why similar: 4X 21.9% ★, Grand Strategy 21.6% ★, Real-Time with Pause 18.8% ★, Space 13%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #42 Sylph
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Softmax Foundries
Windows
Operate a spacecraft at the edge of a singularity. Use realistic orbital mechanics and Newtonian physics to explore a star system around a black hole and what lies beyond.
Why similar: Flight 29.2%, Space Sim 20.9%, Space 15.3%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Realistic 7.7%
- #43 JUST A GAME
73% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: 可能变不可能
Windows
"Just a Game" is a sci-fi flying shooting game, you will control the robot protagonist zero and lead the partners in this exclusion of artificial intelligence in the world to survive, there are many camps in the game, you can choose to join them or one side.Build your fleet and fight the world.
Why similar: Space Sim 20.8%, Flight 17.5%, Third-Person Shooter 16%, Strategy 10.1%, Space 8.6%
- #44 X-COM: Interceptor
73% matchMixed55% of 222 reviews2008
Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 22%
They're back...only this time the heinous aliens are out to destroy Earth and rule the new frontier. As X-COM commander, it's your sole duty to protect humanity and the prized mining operations in outer space.
Why similar: Strategy 23.8%, Space 21.1%, Flight 19.5%, Space Sim 18.4%, Sci-fi 16.4%
- #45 Star Ruler
72% matchVery Positive83% of 340 reviews2010
Dev: Blind Mind Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...
Why similar: 4X 38.4% ★, Space 21.9%, Strategy 16.7%, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #46 ARISING
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cold Capacitor
Windows
First person space combat and exploration in an open world in a variety of star systems. Pilot ships, fight, run missions and trade.
Why similar: Flight 19.3%, Space Sim 18.7%, Space 13.2%, Robots 9%, Sci-fi 7.7%
- #47 Beyond Astra
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nebule Games
Windows
Lead your civilization in a galaxy brimming with life and intrigue. Seamlessly explore and expand across uncharted worlds, from their surfaces to the stars. Forge your destiny in this sci-fi 4X offering a unique blend of grand strategy, planetary city-building, and RTS combat.
Why similar: 4X 23.9% ★, Real-Time with Pause 23.1% ★, Grand Strategy 18.8% ★, Space 9.5%, Procedural Generation 6.3%
- #48 Battleships Collide: Space Shooter
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: HapGames
Windows
Battleships Collide: Explore 3D space, defend the galaxy, and conquer 20 intense levels. Customize your spaceship, collect artifacts for hyper space travels in this thrilling shooter game and become the hero galaxies await!
Why similar: Flight 28.2%, Third-Person Shooter 20.8%, Space 17.5%, Space Sim 15.2%, Simulation 6.2%
- #49 CIVIREVIVAL
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DIMENSION CREATIONS LIMITED
Windows
In this 4X + RPG strategy game, lead humanity’s last ark and rebuild a new home among the mysterious ruins of the stars. Starting from nothing, you will develop technology, build powerful fleets, resist external threats, and shape the rebirth of human civilization.
Why similar: 4X 22% ★, Space 17.6%, Grand Strategy 17% ★, Space Sim 14.2%, Strategy 8.9%
- #50 Ring Miner
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Game Studio Abraham Stolk Inc.
Windows · Linux
An open world space mining game. Explore a vast planetary ring where every spot on every rock can be mined for minerals. Use your transport ship to drop off the mining rover, anywhere in the ring system, and start digging! Your capable 6-wheeled rover can climb many obstacles.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.4%, Flight 17.3%, Open World 12%, Robots 11.6%, Sci-fi 11.3%
- #51 Spaceward Cosmic Conflict
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Oğuz Can Soyselçuk
Windows · Linux
Spaceward Cosmic Conflict is a space combat simulator of fast-paced, action packed space battles; set in the future of an alternate history.
Why similar: Flight 19.9%, Space Sim 18.7%, Third-Person Shooter 14.9%, Space 14%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #52 Star Zeal 4x
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Akuu Digital Entertainment
Windows
Star Zeal is a space based 4x strategy and rpg hybrid. A mixture between a procedural, open ended RPG and a space civilization builder. Go on an adventure with your character and their faction whilst making friends, enemies and exploring a vast galaxy.
Why similar: 4X 25.5% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Space Sim 14.2%, Real Time Tactics 12.1%, Space 7.8%
- #53 Galactic Command Echo Squad SE
69% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2014
Dev: 3000AD
Windows
Galactic Command Echo Squad SE is a high-end and very challenging space/planetary combat game. It offers a thrilling campaign, instant action combat sessions as well as a sandbox mode allowing you to explore the game's universe while battling hostile Insurgent forces among others.
Why similar: Flight 18.9%, Space Sim 17.4%, Space 17%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Strategy 8.8%
- #54 Rebel Galaxy Outlaw
68% matchMixed64% of 1,154 reviews2020
Dev: Double Damage Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Out of cash, out of luck, out on the fringe. Juno Markev has a killer to tail, a debt to pay, and more trouble headed her way. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw takes place in a greasy, blue-collar world of outlaws, truckers, cops and thieves.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.3%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Space 10.6%, Open World 10.2%, Robots 9.5%
- #55 Spaceman's Luck
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gideon Kennedy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Do you have a Spaceman's Luck? A space strategy game.
Why similar: 4X 49.5% ★, Space 20.6%, Strategy 17.2%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #56 Starbase Gunship
67% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Mythical City GamesPub: Mythical City Games
Windows · Mac
Starbase Gunship places you in the seat of a weapons officer on a state-of-the-art Gunship as you defend a remote outpost from an Alien invasion fleet. With access to laser cannons, missiles, miniguns and nuclear warheads, you are the last line of defense between humanity and the alien invaders.
Why similar: Flight 20.5%, Space Sim 18.3%, Space 13.8%, Robots 10.6%, Sci-fi 9.2%
- #57 Horizon
68% matchMixed59% of 477 reviews2014
Dev: L3O Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Horizon is a turn-based space strategy game of galactic exploration and conquest in which you are in control of humanity’s destiny. You will explore deep space, find new frontiers and discover alien artifacts hidden on long-abandoned planets.
Why similar: 4X 27.7% ★, Grand Strategy 24.8% ★, Space 15.3%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Strategy 7.9%
- #58 Titan Nebula
67% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Pipocation Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Sci-fi procedural spaceship exploration game, where you unlock new weapons and abilities as you complete missions and gather bounties. Deploy your advanced tactics mech unity, in this 3rd person shooter game!
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 27.4%, Space 14.1%, Robots 12.8%, Futuristic 11.6%, Sci-fi 10.6%
- #59 Silverwing
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Synthetic Vector Studios
Windows
Silverwing is an action flight game where you build an array of powerful spaceships to combat enemies across space and a diverse array of planet landscapes. Play through a fully voiced 20+ mission campaign with multiple endings based on your mission choices.
Why similar: Flight 20.1%, Space Sim 18%, Third-Person Shooter 15.2%, Space 14.8%, Sci-fi 9%
- #60 Celestial Routes
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Unpredictable Games
Windows · Mac
A sci-fi space flight, exploration, and survival game in third person. Survival is important in this universe, both physically and economically. Exploring different planets, spacestations, and debris areas, and surface facilities is the key part for scavenging and collecting materials and tools.
Why similar: Flight 26.3%, Space 23.4%, Space Sim 16.9%, Sci-fi 12.8%, Open World 5.3%