- #1 Star Merchant
97% matchMixed64% of 183 reviews2017
Dev: SimProse StudiosPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Star Merchant is a galactic trading sim where you become a space entrepreneur. Buy and sell items, fight pirates, upgrade your ship and try to meet your goal without going broke!
Why similar: Strategy 48.9%, Simulation 19.8%, Space 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Indie 8.2%
- #2 AstronTycoon
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 56 reviews2018
Dev: ANG People s.r.o.
Windows
Take the role of an astronomer exploring the depths of the universe. Build large telescopes to explore distant stars. Discover a habitable planet or an unknown anomaly in a far corner of the galaxy. Get scientific grants, publish your results and explore new technologies.
Why similar: Strategy 53.2%, Simulation 33.2%, Indie 13.6%
- #3 Into the Stars
96% matchMixed40% of 541 reviews2016
Dev: Fugitive GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Take the role of Captain in this Space Survival Simulation as you explore a massive star system in search of a new home for humanity. Outfit your ship, hand pick your crew and set off on a journey through an open-world where you must scavenge resources, shelter civilians and outrun a hostile alien force.
Why similar: Space 35.1%, Strategy 34.9%, Simulation 22.2%, Indie 7.8%
- #4 Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,599 reviews2026
Dev: GamexcitePub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown is a story-driven survival strategy game in which the fate of the iconic starship is in your hands. Take the helm, manage the ship and resources, and make difficult decisions. Will you be able to bring home the ship and its crew?
Why similar: Strategy 67%, Space 29.6%, Indie 3.4%
- #5 Battlevoid: Harbinger
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,061 reviews2016
Dev: Bugbyte Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 56%
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 39.4%, Strategy 37.7%, Simulation 17.2%, Indie 5.7%
- #6 PeriAreion
95% matchMixed41% of 64 reviews2015
Dev: Explorasaurus Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Prepare for the ultimate test of survival! Do you have the skill necessary to build and manage the first sustainable extraterrestrial colony, or will your colonists become mere footnotes in the history of human space exploration? Their lives and legacies are in your hands!
Why similar: Strategy 47.8%, Simulation 28.3%, Indie 12.3%, Space 11.6%
- #7 The Long Journey Home
94% matchMixed59% of 1,932 reviews2017
Dev: Daedalic Studio WestPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Strategy 36.4%, Space 32.5%, Simulation 22.4%, Indie 8.7%
- #8 ROD: Revolt Of Defense
92% matchMostly Positive80% of 546 reviews2016
Dev: Rock Wale
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore a random generated space. Find artifacts and treasure maps. Build and develop your base on a flying platform. Attack or defend against enemies and save the universe!
Why similar: Strategy 56.4%, Simulation 31.6%, Indie 12%
- #9 Starship Inspector
91% matchMixed61% of 51 reviews2021
Dev: Vedanta Team
Windows
Starship Inspector is a Space Roguelike in which every choice you make matters. Save a galaxy or rescue your crew member? Serve an evil empire or help an ancient tribe? You'll constantly have to make hard decisions and deal with consequences.
Why similar: Strategy 46.7%, Space 23.4%, Simulation 18.2%, Indie 11.6%
- #10 Icarus Starship Command Simulator
91% matchVery Positive90% of 52 reviews2017
Dev: Steven Eric Boyette
Windows
In this "starship command simulator" you will fight your way to the center of a randomly generated galaxy where a massive star is about to go supernova and destroy all life. Can you find a way to stop it?
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 32.2%, Indie 14.3%
- #11 Star Tactics Redux
89% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2016
Dev: Devil's Dozen Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Turn-based strategy game full of spacefleet battles. 30+ hours of gameplay, randomized battles, huge campaign with different ways of completion. Experience infinite tactical situations and outsmart the tricky AI using dozens of ships and special abilities.
Why similar: Strategy 55.7%, Simulation 30.6%, Indie 13.7%
- #12 Void Tyrant
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 116 reviews2021
Dev: Quite Fresh GamesPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Collect an intergalactic bounty of eccentric allies and deadly weapons, explore vibrant planets, and engage in risky turn-based battles to restore the Eyes of Chronos and save the galaxy in this strategic roguelike deckbuilder!
Why similar: Strategy 63.9%, Space 36.1%
- #13 Deep Sixed
88% matchVery Positive84% of 105 reviews2018
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Deep Sixed is a roguelike space sim that will force you to use strategy, ingenuity and duct tape to keep your ship (and your skull) in one piece as you risk exploring a mysterious nebula protected by dangerous alien creatures.
Why similar: Strategy 43.9%, Simulation 26.4%, Space 17.8%, Indie 11.8%
- #14 Space Rogue
87% matchMixed64% of 451 reviews2016
Dev: Red Beat
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 39.9%, Strategy 37%, Simulation 15.1%, Indie 8%
- #15 Trigon: Space Story
85% matchMixed68% of 1,423 reviews2022
Dev: Sernur.techPub: Gameforge 4D GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Trigon: Space Story sees you take command of your very own spaceship. Carry out tactical battles, defend your vessel against space pirates, and escape from enemy territory. On your voyages, you’ll face a slew of tricky decisions in your quest to uncover the mystery of the galaxy.
Why similar: Space 46.4%, Strategy 43.5%, Indie 10.1%
- #16 FTL: Faster Than Light
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 78,596 reviews2012
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 46%, Strategy 35.8%, Simulation 9.9%, Indie 8.4%
- #17 Stellar Orphans
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 143 reviews2024
Dev: Artifex Parvus
Windows
"Explore 'Stellar Orphans', a captivating deck-building game where every choice determines the fate of your crew lost in infinite space. Forge alliances, manage resources, and resolve crises to guide your 'Stellar Orphans' to survival. Ready to defy the stars?"
Why similar: Strategy 35.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 31.2%, Space 28.2%, Indie 5.4%
- #18 For The Warp
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 466 reviews2022
Dev: Massive Galaxy Studios
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A roguelike deckbuilding game in space! Explore randomly generated systems, enemies and strange encounters. Build your deck, survive and reach For The Warp gate!
Why similar: Space 37.6%, Strategy 32.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 30%
- #19 Horizon
86% 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: Space 30%, Strategy 29.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 20.3%, Simulation 16.3%, Indie 3.7%
- #20 Into the Void
86% matchMixed63% of 136 reviews2015
Dev: Mozg Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 98%
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: Strategy 48.9%, Space 44%, Indie 7.1%
- #21 The Banished Vault
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 201 reviews2023
Dev: Lunar DivisionPub: Bithell Games
Windows · Mac
A strategy game of exploration, endurance, and space travel on an interstellar gothic monastery. Explore solar systems, harvest resources, construct outposts, and face hazards in the challenging universe of The Banished Vault.
Why similar: Strategy 56.2%, Space 43.8%
- #22 Lord of Rigel
81% matchMixed68% of 115 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: Space 31%, Strategy 28.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.7%, Simulation 16.1%
- #23 Shortest Trip to Earth
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,436 reviews2019
Dev: Interactive Fate
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Shortest Trip to Earth is a roguelike spaceship simulator focused on exploration, ship management and tactical battles. Embark on a perilous journey across the universe with nuclear missiles, armed crew and a cat.
Why similar: Space 42.8%, Strategy 39.1%, Simulation 18.1%
- #24 Interstellar Space: Genesis
81% matchVery Positive84% of 846 reviews2019
Dev: Praxis Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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: Strategy 33.8%, Space 31.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.1%, Indie 8.2%
- #25 Deep Dark Forest
79% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: pixiangames
Windows
You will have to lead the civilization, develop the economy, enhance the technology, stabilize the people and colonize new galaxies; when encountering unknown civilizations, will you hide yourself or communicate with them in a friendly way? In this "dark forest", every decision will be crucial.
Why similar: Strategy 42.8%, Space 31.1%, Simulation 26.1%
- #26 Dead in Antares
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 199 reviews2026
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Dead in Antares is a turn-based survival management game with RPG elements, set on an alien planet. Lead a crew of survivors sent on a mission to save humanity. Manage their needs, strengthen their teamwork, and explore this mysterious world to find a way back home.
Why similar: Strategy 53.5%, Simulation 36.9%, Space 8.1%, Indie 1.5%
- #27 Infinitum
80% matchMixed81% of 312 reviews2017
Dev: VGstudio
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Travel through space. Attend the planets. Gather resources. Find artifacts.
Why similar: Simulation 43%, Space 36.6%, Indie 20.4%
- #28 Rogue Hex
76% matchVery Positive87% of 277 reviews2025
Dev: Topstitch Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Play your cards right to conquer the world in the Roguelite 4x. Explore mysterious lands, survive against the barbarian horde, and grow your stone age empire into the stars!
Why similar: Strategy 45.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 37.1%, Simulation 17%
- #29 Out There: Oceans of Time
79% matchMixed55% of 236 reviews2022
Dev: Mi-Clos StudioPub: Modern Wolf
Windows
Out There: Oceans of Time is a space exploration game that puts you at the helm of an interstellar mission of discovery spanning a vast and vibrant cosmos.
Why similar: Space 37.3%, Strategy 33.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 29.2%
- #30 Void War
71% matchVery Positive94% of 3,953 reviews2025
Dev: Tundra
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.
Why similar: Space 47.7%, Strategy 38.1%, Simulation 14.2%
- #31 Solar Flux
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 309 reviews2013
Dev: Firebrand GamesPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 40.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Travel across the universe and save dying suns from extinction in this unique and challenging puzzle strategy game. You are the last hope to bring salvation to a perishing universe as you collect and deliver fragments of plasma using your omni-directional ship.
Why similar: Strategy 53.8%, Space 31.7%, Indie 14.5%
- #32 Approaching Infinity
71% matchVery Positive95% of 740 reviews2025
Dev: IBOL
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Approaching Infinity is a turn-based space RPG in the spirit of the sci-fi classics, with endless progression and exploration. Fight tactical battles or use diplomacy. Seek powerful artifacts. Quest, mine, trade, and craft. Level up forever or attempt 10 victories in hardcore or adventure mode.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 36.5%, Space 35.9%, Strategy 27.6%
- #33 Breachway
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,496 reviews2024
Dev: Edgeflow StudioPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore the galaxy in this deckbuilding, sci-fi roguelike where ship upgrades and crew management are key to your survival. Optimize resource generation, engage in intense turn-based battles, and take on ever-growing threats as you seek out The Signal.
Why similar: Strategy 81.8%, Indie 18.2%
- #34 Battle for Orion 2
77% matchVery Positive80% of 76 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Loop Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Earth has been destroyed. Mankind is fractured. The galaxy is at war. But one hope remains: a new home for mankind. Probes detected a habitable planet in the Orion sector. You must fight your way to it, but nothing is as it seems. A more devious plan is underway that threatens the entire galaxy.
Why similar: Strategy 80.3%, Indie 19.7%
- #35 The Sentient
78% matchMostly Negative39% of 83 reviews2016
Dev: Uncaged Studios
Windows
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: Strategy 39.8%, Space 25.4%, Simulation 24%, Indie 10.7%
- #36 Space Haven
66% matchVery Positive86% of 11,081 reviews2026
Dev: Bugbyte Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 37.4%, Strategy 35.5%, Simulation 20.2%, Indie 6.9%
- #37 Starport Delta
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 75 reviews2020
Dev: Cloudfire Studios
Windows
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 44.4%, Simulation 26.4%, Space 18%, Indie 11.2%
- #38 Cosmic Pioneer
76% matchMixed52% of 84 reviews2017
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Navigate through space and successfully land your spacecraft without crashing. Cosmic Pioneer is heavily inspired by the classic Moon Lander game. Traverses the galaxy made of randomly generated levels filled with various hazards, keep track of your ships condition and aim for the highest score.
Why similar: Indie 57.2%, Simulation 42.8%
- #39 Forbidden Planet
75% matchMixed52% of 361 reviews2016
Dev: Faton
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Forbidden Planet" is a Space Strategy and Tower Defence like Game. You control a small spaceship and your main goal is to protect your own home planet. Explore the universe for resources. Colonize other planets. Defend from the asteroids.
Why similar: Indie 51.6%, Strategy 26.1%, Space 22.2%
- #40 Ultimate Space Commando
74% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: Creatio 49Pub: Angry Cat Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
USC is a turn-based, top-down view tactics game in which you control the crew of a stranded recon vessel in a "first contact war" for survival, featuring a detailed combat system with RPG elements, fully interactive randomized maps, unique weapons and gadgets, crafting, and custom multiplayer modes.
Why similar: Strategy 79.1%, Indie 20.9%
- #41 Stars in Shadow
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 838 reviews2017
Dev: Ashdar GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Strategy 39.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 26.5%, Space 25.4%, Indie 8.6%
- #42 Star Traders: Frontiers
70% matchVery Positive83% of 3,805 reviews2018
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
You are the captain of a starship venturing through a massive open universe. Customize your crew and take command at the helm of your very own ship as you explore a galaxy torn apart by internal strife, alien threats, and political intrigue.
Why similar: Strategy 38.4%, Space 34.7%, Simulation 26.8%
- #43 Star Traders: 4X Empires
74% matchMixed63% of 82 reviews2014
Dev: Trese Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Take command of humanity’s last survivors and rebuild an empire in the stars. In this immersive turn-based strategy game, you will have to fight to protect your people, control rival factions, and unlock lost technology.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 32.3%, Space 29.1%, Strategy 23.8%, Simulation 14.8%
- #44 Rogue Station
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 231 reviews2023
Dev: Quint Studio
Windows
This "space station builder simulation roguelite" puts you in charge of a space station. Fight off enemy ships, fleets and rival stations to dominate your corner of space. Build and upgrade your station, hire and manage your crew. Survive as long as you can.
Why similar: Space 44.1%, Strategy 42.2%, Simulation 13.7%
- #45 Between the Stars
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,495 reviews2024
Dev: Isolated Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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 42.4%, Strategy 29.3%, Simulation 20%, Indie 8.3%
- #46 Nonentity Galaxy
65% matchVery Positive94% of 622 reviews2026
Dev: Brick-Up StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
Fight, Scavenge, Survive, and File Your Taxes. A grim yet hilarious space strategy roguelite where you must balance hull integrity against your company's relentless profit margins. Warning: Contains lethal doses of dark humor and corporate exploitation.
Why similar: Space 37%, Strategy 36.4%, Simulation 18.6%, Indie 8%
- #47 Star Dynasties
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 502 reviews2021
Dev: Pawley GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 30.1%, Strategy 28.2%, Space 27.3%, Simulation 14.4%
- #48 Base One
72% matchMostly Negative37% of 478 reviews2021
Dev: PixFrozePub: Blowfish Studios
Windows · Mac
Base One is a space base builder game where you take control of a network of space stations and its crew's tasks and wellbeing. Maintain your resources and defenses as you navigate the wide array of dangers ahead of you!
Why similar: Strategy 43.2%, Space 29.2%, Simulation 27.6%
- #49 The Pegasus Expedition
69% matchMixed63% of 390 reviews2023
Dev: Kalla GameworksPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The Pegasus Expedition is a story-driven sci-fi grand strategy game set in a key moment for humankind’s survival. Facing an overwhelming threat at home, humanity sends expeditions to the Pegasus Galaxy in a desperate attempt to find a refuge for the population of Earth.
Why similar: Space 31.3%, Strategy 29.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Simulation 15.1%
- #50 Lords of the Black Sun
73% matchMostly Negative20% of 396 reviews2014
Dev: Arkavi StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Take command of one race to join the struggle for supremacy in the galaxy. As the leader of your empire you are tasked with exploring the stars, colonizing new worlds, managing your empire and conquering whoever dares to oppose you.
Why similar: Strategy 47.8%, Space 31.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Indie 7.7%
- #51 Sid Meier's Starships
70% matchMixed50% of 2,474 reviews2015
Dev: Firaxis GamesPub: 2K
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Strategy 38.6%, Space 36.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 24.9%
- #52 Crying Suns
66% matchVery Positive86% of 4,541 reviews2019
Dev: Alt Shift
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: Strategy 45.8%, Space 44.3%, Indie 9.9%
- #53 Derelict Void
69% matchMixed64% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: Stirling Games
Windows · Linux
Derelict Void is a space survival game involving scavenging for resources and base management. You command a ship and crew searching for resources you need to stay alive.
Why similar: Strategy 42%, Space 36.7%, Simulation 21.3%
- #54 Mars Horizon
65% matchVery Positive84% of 3,091 reviews2020
Dev: Auroch Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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: Space 42.4%, Strategy 38.8%, Simulation 18.8%
- #55 Ancient Space
71% matchMixed44% of 370 reviews2014
Dev: CreativeForge GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.
Why similar: Strategy 53.7%, Space 44.7%, Indie 1.6%
- #56 Space Prison
63% matchVery Positive84% of 288 reviews2024
Dev: Wooden AlienPub: Firesquid
Windows
Survive the galaxy's toughest prison and rise to the top of a space gang! Explore, fight, craft, trade and learn convicts' stories to escape the facility. Space Prison is a turn-based tactical survival game with deep strategy and social RPG elements.
Why similar: Strategy 35.5%, Space 33.8%, Simulation 22.6%, Indie 8.1%
- #57 Lost Scavenger
67% matchMixed53% of 245 reviews2022
Dev: Rockbee
Windows
How long could you survive in a parallel universe where the Mist dictates its rules? Would you be able to find the way to your homeworld, or will you adapt to live under the Mist domain? Fight for resources, get together with other survivors and discover the secrets of this world.
- #58 Sector Space
62% matchVery Positive93% of 139 reviews2025
Dev: Robin M. FarrellPub: Outer Vision Games
Windows · Linux
Explore a procedurally generated galaxy, mine asteroids, refine minerals, colonize planets, build stations, deploy drones, salvage rare items, construct gear, level up, improve your ship, assemble a fleet, engage in combat, and take on the void.
Why similar: Simulation 63.7%, Space 27.3%, Indie 9%