- #1 Solar Expanse - Space Exploration Manager
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SpaceOpsPub: Games Operators
Windows
Explore the Solar System. Mine and drop asteroids. Colonize and terraform. Lead the space race and compete with other corporations on your way to profit. Watch the expansion of human race over the centuries. Then go beyond and conquer the galaxy!
Why similar: Space Sim 21% ★, Science 17.2% ★, Space 9.5%, Physics 8.2%, Sandbox 7.6%
- #2 Rocket Science
96% matchVery Positive80% of 160 reviews2020
Dev: unbeGames
Windows
Take part in a space program. Design spacecrafts and send them off to explore the vast expanses of space. Experience the real scale of the Solar system and the size of its celestial bodies.
Why similar: Space Sim 21.5% ★, Science 15.5% ★, Building 10.5%, Space 8.6%, Physics 7.7%
- #3 Space Station Continuum
96% matchNegative15% of 39 reviews2020
Dev: N-Body Solutions
Windows
Space Station Continuum is a building & management sim inspired by the past, present, and future of humans in space.
Why similar: Space Sim 21% ★, Science 14.8% ★, Base Building 10.5%, Building 9.7%, Resource Management 8.6%
- #4 Soyuz Constructors
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pyramid Games S.A.Pub: Pyramid Lab
Windows
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: Space Sim 22.9% ★, Science 16% ★, Building 10.5%, Simulation 9.3%, Space 8.3%
- #5 Spaceflight Simulator
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,486 reviews2022
Dev: Team Curiosity ✦
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In Spaceflight Simulator, you will get to build your rockets, plan launches and flights, attempt landings, deploy payloads and explore new worlds.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.2% ★, Science 15.8% ★, Space 10.3%, Sandbox 9.8%, Building 5.8%
- #6 Kerbal Space Program 2
94% matchMostly Negative27% of 31,135 reviews2023
Dev: Intercept GamesPub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Kerbal Space Program 2 is the sequel to the acclaimed space-flight simulation game Kerbal Space Program. Enter the next generation of space adventure with exciting new parts, stunning visuals, fully revamped UI and Map View, and rich new environments to explore.
Why similar: Space Sim 20.5% ★, Science 18% ★, Building 11.6%, Space 9.1%, Physics 8.5%
- #7 Space Elevator Project
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VanilliA Studio
Windows
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 35.1% ★, Simulation 11.9%, Strategy 10.9%, Building 9.8%, Base Building 8.9%
- #8 Kerbal Space Program
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 133,317 reviews2015
Dev: SquadPub: Private Division
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 65.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.3% ★, Science 17.9% ★, Space 13.8%, Physics 9.3%, Sandbox 9.3%
- #9 Spaceflight Simulator 2
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Curiosity ✦
Windows · Mac
Build rockets and fly them around the Solar System in this realistic aerospace sandbox. Attempt landings, build space stations, drive rovers, perform spacewalks, explore alien worlds, and get your crew home safe.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.9% ★, Science 12.8% ★, Building 8.6%, Sandbox 8.5%, Space 7.2%
- #10 Final Upgrade
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 451 reviews2022
Dev: TaosX
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Help humanity to spread throughout the cosmos by exploring new worlds, building space factories and setting up trade routes. Research advanced technologies to increase efficiency and unlock new paths of development. Fight off other artificial intelligences in your goal to reach the Final Upgrade!
Why similar: Space Sim 19.4% ★, Base Building 12.9%, Building 11.7%, Resource Management 10.7%, Space 9.3%
- #11 SkyRig
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rocket Flair StudiosPub: Astra Logical
Windows
Build floating automated rigs in a volatile gas giant. Extract elements, synthesize compounds, and descend through atmospheric layers in this sci-fi systems-builder focused on chemistry, engineering, and survival.
Why similar: Space Sim 18.2% ★, Science 18.1% ★, Base Building 12.7%, Resource Management 9.8%, Space 8.3%
- #12 OnOrbit - Virtual Space Lab
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vinícius Guerra CardosoPub: Visian Games
Windows
OnOrbit is a virtual space lab lets you assemble and operate space hardware as if you were actually in space. Make your own craft in a sandbox mode, then simulate its operation as part of the Supernational Space Cooperative (SSC). Climb the ranks and head out to the planets.
Why similar: Space Sim 27% ★, Science 17.9% ★, Resource Management 10.6%, Base Building 9.2%, Sandbox 7.9%
- #13 FARWORLD BEACON
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BEACON STUDIO
Windows
You are the supreme commander who directing the construction of a galactic space base. You need to manage the living and administrative needs of the space base residents, establish the industrial chain for space docks and starship, and ultimately complete a dream starship.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.9% ★, Building 14.9%, Base Building 14.4%, Resource Management 10.9%, Simulation 9.4%
- #14 The Last Starship
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,419 reviews2026
Dev: Introversion Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The Last Starship is a 2D space construction game where you design and upgrade your starship. Choose your path: pirate hunter, miner, engineer, spacebus driver, and more, whilst exploring vibrant star systems. Enjoy a growing sandbox world, with regular free updates. Your cosmic adventure awaits!
Why similar: Space Sim 24.5% ★, Base Building 11.9%, Science 11.7% ★, Building 10.7%, Space 8.6%
- #15 9.8
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tremoço Games
Windows
A 2D space agency simulator where every object follows the same orbital physics. Land on moons, build colonies, deploy satellites, and reshape entire planetary systems. Deorbit a moon if you want.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.7% ★, Space 12.6%, Simulation 11%, Physics 10.6%, Building 7.7%
- #16 Rionag: Survey Fleet
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Reul Games
Windows · Linux
Rionag: Survey Fleet is a top-down starship builder and logistics game where it's your job to balance the needs of the crews with cutting-edge equipment on board. Unlock tech that adds new capabilities for your ships to go through hazardous environments, enabling you to explore new worlds.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.9% ★, Science 18% ★, Building 11.8%, Base Building 10.4%, Space 8.1%
- #17 Keplerian Space Discovery
83% matchNo user reviews88% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Kugelblitz
Windows
Travel through the solar system in your own spaceship! The motion of each celestial body is accurately reproduced by the Kepler equation.
Why similar: Space Sim 26.5% ★, Science 21.2% ★, Building 14.1%, Space 11.2%, Physics 9%
- #18 Space Company Simulator
85% matchMostly Negative28% of 178 reviews2019
Dev: IntermarumPub: All in! Games
Windows
Take the position of a CEO of a space transport company and become a new major player in the industry. Space Company Simulator is a realistic management sim game that will challenge your planning skills as you strive to launch the first manned mission to Mars.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.4% ★, Base Building 14%, Building 13%, Resource Management 10.1%, Space 9.6%
- #19 Children of a Dead Earth
84% matchVery Positive90% of 902 reviews2016
Dev: Q Switched Productions, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
The most scientifically accurate space warfare simulator ever made. Now with Steam Workshop!
Why similar: Science 21.3% ★, Space Sim 17.6% ★, Space 15.5%, Realistic 12.5%, Simulation 11%
- #20 Reprocessed
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Macrostructura
Windows
Factory management and sandbox base building in zero-g environment. Survive, expand and then dominate space industrial market. Build large scale resource processing plant completely from nothing.
Why similar: Space Sim 21.9% ★, Base Building 15%, Resource Management 13.5%, Building 12.5%, Space 9.1%
- #21 Space Engineers 2
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,293 reviews2025
Dev: Keen Software House
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Space Engineers 2 is a sandbox about engineering and colonization where you build ships, stations, and planetary bases in a fully destructible world. Begin the story of Miro and Ivan Sokol, expand humanity’s foothold in the Almagest system, and fight to survive.
Why similar: Space Sim 18.2% ★, Science 14.9% ★, Building 11.6%, Space 8.5%, Sandbox 8%
- #22 Possible One: Lunar Industries
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Upstairs Games
Windows
Stake your claim in the first realistic lunar colony management game! Use proven, real-world technologies to plan and grow your colony, mine resources, ship them to Earth, and keep the board of directors happy in this science-based colony sim.
Why similar: Space Sim 26.1% ★, Science 13.6% ★, Building 9.7%, Base Building 8.9%, Resource Management 7.6%
- #23 ΔV: Rings of Saturn
81% matchVery Positive93% of 3,305 reviews2023
Dev: Kodera Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A physics-based mining sim, set in the thickest debris field in Sol. Every action has a reaction, lasers are invisible without a medium, and your thrust is a potent weapon. Find trade, adapt your equipment to your playstyle, hire a crew to help. Unravel the mysteries of the rings, or just get rich.
Why similar: Space Sim 25% ★, Science 16.1% ★, Space 10.8%, Physics 9.3%, Sci-fi 6%
- #24 Stationbreak
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Broken Spaceship
Windows · Linux
A grounded sci-fi station builder where you hold failing systems together while pursued by a relentless, energy-hungry swarm. As a fleet on the run, drop into hostile systems, gather what you can, and jump away before you are overwhelmed. Try to survive long enough to secure a future for humanity.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.7% ★, Base Building 17%, Building 11.7%, Resource Management 10.8%, Space 9.7%
- #25 Planet Factory
80% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2024
Dev: SupremeGuardianGames
Windows
A small quick game about building a factory to launch planets into a solar system! Grow your base and increase production to make the ultimate factory for launching planets!
Why similar: Space Sim 32.8% ★, Simulation 11.2%, Strategy 10.8%, Sandbox 10.6%, Base Building 8.9%
- #26 Final Orbit
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bad Sector
Windows
Master the cockpit of highly realistic spacecraft in this Newtonian physics based sim. Take off from surface to space, plot a course between the planets and dock with space stations. Trade commodities or take shipping contracts to buy upgrades and optimize your build - every choice matters.
Why similar: Space Sim 25.6% ★, Science 13.1% ★, Space 11%, Sandbox 10.8%, Simulation 10%
- #27 Strata
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SMGAMES
Windows
Strata is a scientifically inspired astro-planetary sandbox where you influence the formation and evolution of entire worlds — your worlds. Discover, gather, and build on the surfaces of diverse planets, explore them in depth, and manage your systems beyond the orbital levels.
Why similar: Science 17.1% ★, Space Sim 16% ★, Building 14.2%, Sandbox 10.2%, Space 10.2%
- #28 Cosmic Composer
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Juhani Viitanen
Windows
Casual puzzle game on a cosmic scale. Build stars, planets and other cosmic objects. Evolve your cosmos using abilities of the stars from stellar winds to supernova.
Why similar: Space Sim 22.1% ★, Building 17.3%, Space 15.6%, Science 14.6% ★, Sandbox 12.1%
- #29 Space Engineers
78% matchVery Positive89% of 133,238 reviews2019
Dev: Keen Software House
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 95.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Space Engineers is a sandbox engineering game where you design and build ships, stations, and planetary bases in a fully destructible environment. Explore planets and space, mine resources, survive hazards, and engage in combat alone or with friends in Creative or Survival modes.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.8% ★, Base Building 11.9%, Building 11.2%, Space 8.5%, Physics 8.2%
- #30 Jitter
76% matchVery Positive86% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: Berko Games
Windows
A sci-fi exploration & survival game where you take on the role of a spaceship’s AI. Explore, fight, and survive across a mining colony in the Main Asteroid Belt. Rebuild your ship. Rescue your crew. Reveal the truth behind your mission.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.8% ★, Base Building 12.2%, Space 11%, Physics 9.8%, Sandbox 8.9%
- #31 Starship Colony
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Black Belt Software
Windows
A deep starship colony sim. Build your starship, manage air, water, food, fuel, energy, temperature and psychology to keep your crew alive across vast distances. Closed-loop system in space. Mining, wiring, plumbing, in-ship factory, (alien?) radio signals & translation, diplomacy, combat, and more.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.8% ★, Base Building 15.1%, Resource Management 10.2%, Building 9.5%, Sandbox 7.4%
- #32 Celestarium
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Celestarium Dev
Windows · Mac · Linux
Celestarium, an astronomy game where you start as an amateur astronomer. Discover and map planets, sell data to corporates, improve your gear, start your own space agency, manage your own missions, build and fly rockets to discovered bodies. Explore, prosper and expand your presence in space.
Why similar: Space Sim 20.5% ★, Science 18.9% ★, Space 11.8%, Building 11.4%, Physics 10.2%
- #33 Search
76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Ahmad R.H.
Windows
The existence of all mankind is under threat. You are the only hope!
Why similar: Space Sim 33.3% ★, Science 20.1% ★, Space 13.6%, Simulation 9.7%, Resource Management 9.3%
- #34 Pulse Sweep
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: -----
Windows
Pulse sweep is a short incremental game where enemies are only visible when the radar sweeps them.
Why similar: Space Sim 37% ★, Building 19.8%, Physics 15.9%, Space 13.8%, Simulation 10.5%
- #35 Space Haven
74% matchVery Positive86% of 9,719 reviews2020
Dev: Bugbyte Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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 Sim 22.8% ★, Base Building 13.1%, Building 11.3%, Resource Management 10.4%, Space 8.5%
- #36 Tin Can
74% matchVery Positive85% of 1,297 reviews2022
Dev: Tin Can Studio
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%
You've barely managed to escape your exploding spaceship. Now in an old escape pod, you hurtle through space at the mercy of the cosmos. With no knowledge of the pod’s complex systems, your life depends on a technical manual and your own wits. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Space Sim 25.3% ★, Science 14.1% ★, Space 12.8%, Resource Management 10.6%, Realistic 9.3%
- #37 Stable Orbit - Build your own space station
75% matchMixed51% of 380 reviews2017
Dev: Jim Offerman
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Design, build and control your own space station. Mission command and control is in your hands and only careful planning and vigilant supervision will keep your crew and space station safe.
Why similar: Space Sim 22.9% ★, Building 12.9%, Resource Management 11.7%, Space 10.6%, Base Building 7.8%
- #38 Interstellar Inn
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kunaya
Windows
Interstellar Inn is a 2D hotel building and management sim in space.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.7% ★, Building 17.1%, Sandbox 13.1%, Base Building 12.2%, Space 10.4%
- #39 Elon
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MonoBehavior Games
Windows
After a mysterious accident you are left are stranded, floating through space on a piece of a space station. Craft supplies and Hubs to expand what is now your home. But be warned space is a dangerous places where one mistake can mean certain death. Can you defy the odds and survive in space?
Why similar: Space Sim 34.1% ★, Building 11.9%, Sandbox 10.4%, Realistic 8.9%, Simulation 7.3%
- #40 Kepler Project
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kepler Project
Windows · Linux
Build rockets and shoot them into space. Once you reach orbit, you are halfway to explore anywhere in the Solar System.
Why similar: Space Sim 39.7% ★, Science 17% ★, Space 16.9%, Simulation 11.2%, Physics 7.2%
- #41 Scraponauts
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AriaMakesGames
Windows
You are a Scraponaut, create your own spaceplane with unique parts each affecting the way your plane behaves. Collect scrap while exploring procedurally generated islands, unlock and discover unique new parts to upgrade your spaceplane.
Why similar: Space Sim 35% ★, Building 14%, Space 11%, Sandbox 9.9%, Simulation 7.1%
- #42 Space Zone
72% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Astroviz
Windows
The world's first science-based photorealistic interactive 3D planetarium that models the entire Universe, using procedural generation for uncharted areas.
Why similar: Space Sim 46.7% ★, Simulation 15.2%, Space 12%, Realistic 11.3%, Open World 7.2%
- #43 Astrometica: Prologue
70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,281 reviews2024
Dev: BeryMeryPub: RockGame S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Astrometica: Prologue is the free game about surviving in space. You need to use your skills and tools to stay alive. There are many challenges to face, and you need to fight to survive. You also need to build a new base in space.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.1% ★, Base Building 15.4%, Building 13.6%, Resource Management 11.5%, Space 9.1%
- #44 Beyond The Cupola: ISS Simulator
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zhurbyte
Windows · Linux
You are the ISS crew, where the station's fate depends on everyone. Oxygen leaks, system failures, meteorite threats — repair with your own hands and make real-time decisions. Complete missions, perform spacewalks. Experience life in orbit: in space, nothing goes according to plan.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.5% ★, Resource Management 18%, Science 14.2% ★, Simulation 9.3%, Space 7.9%
- #45 Tidal Expanse
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Per Aspera Studios
Windows
Dive into a hardcore space station simulation and overcome the unforgiving environment of space. You must build and manage your station under the pressures of life, economics, and thermodynamics. Rise to power through economic leverage or ruthless military might.
Why similar: Space Sim 35.5% ★, Sandbox 11.8%, Building 9.1%, Simulation 9.1%, Strategy 6.4%
- #46 Starport Delta
71% 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: Space Sim 24.4% ★, Strategy 12.4%, Simulation 12.1%, Base Building 11.2%, Resource Management 9.2%
- #47 Space Sim Tycoon
69% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: SuperChicken Productions LLC
Windows
Space Sim Tycoon – A sandbox transportation tycoon game where you can explore forbidden planets, gather resources, craft goods, and establish routes to manage your space empire.
Why similar: Space Sim 35.5% ★, Building 12.3%, Simulation 12.1%, Sandbox 11.4%, Space 7.9%
- #48 Bouncekraft
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jordan Davis Graphics Adapter
Windows · Mac
A physics-driven automation game where your workers bounce between buildings like pinballs. Design bounce paths, build production chains, and survive asteroid waves.
Why similar: Space Sim 25.3% ★, Base Building 18.1%, Strategy 9.6%, Sandbox 9%, Simulation 8.2%
- #49 Space
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digital Traveller
Windows
Space Travellers is a unique open-world sandbox space simulator set in the year 2343. Travel the galaxy, trade, explore unexplored worlds, fight, build bases and factories, forge alliances and experience new adventures!
Why similar: Space Sim 35.4% ★, Space 11.1%, Sandbox 8.6%, Realistic 8.5%, Open World 7.8%
- #50 Space Crash Simulator
69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: WPC
Windows · Mac
Real-time planetary collision sandbox powered by SPH physics: smash planets together and watch the destruction and its aftermath!
Why similar: Space Sim 44.1% ★, Space 13.1%, Physics 11.8%, Sandbox 9.9%, Simulation 7.9%
- #51 Amazing Space
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Playbosh Games Entertainment UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Windows
Welcome to the world of space stations! Create your own space base with workplaces and production facilities. Ensure sustainability and safety, explore space, defend your base, and build diplomatic relationships. Be vigilant and successful!
Why similar: Space Sim 30.6% ★, Building 12.6%, Base Building 11.8%, Space 10.2%, Resource Management 9%
- #52 Dyson Sphere Program
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 90,027 reviews2021
Dev: Youthcat StudioPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
Median: 13.2 hrsMean: 75.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Build the most efficient intergalactic factory in space simulation strategy game Dyson Sphere Program! Harness the power of stars, collect resources, plan and design production lines and develop your interstellar factory from a small space workshop to a galaxy-wide industrial empire.
Why similar: Base Building 18.3%, Space Sim 14.1% ★, Building 13.1%, Space 13%, Resource Management 12.7%
- #53 Space Mechanic Simulator
68% matchMixed63% of 117 reviews2023
Dev: Atomic JellyPub: Wildlands Interactive
Windows
Become a Space Mechanic! Get your hands dirty, explore the depths of space and repair broken machinery. Diagnose problems using diagrams and tools, perform repairs, manage your resources and watch the simulated machinery come alive. Or just gaze upon the beauty of the Solar System.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.9% ★, Science 18.5% ★, Space 10.8%, Building 10.8%, Realistic 7.7%
- #54 Course Correction
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: House 13 Games
Windows
Realistic space flight simulator.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.8% ★, Science 16.2% ★, Space 11.3%, Realistic 9.1%, Sandbox 7.4%
- #55 SimpleRockets
69% matchVery Positive85% of 363 reviews2015
Dev: Jundroo, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
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 44.7% ★, Physics 15.6%, Sandbox 14.1%, Simulation 13.7%, Space 8.7%
- #56 Worlds Explorers
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pioneers Games
Windows · Linux
Explore alien planets with carefully designed ecosystems, weather, resources, dangers and unique phenomena. Hunt animals for food and collect resources to craft equipment and repair devices on your ship. Escape each unique planet and unlock crew members and new ships.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.9% ★, Base Building 11.2%, Space 10.1%, Building 9.4%, Resource Management 8.3%
- #57 Space
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neila Games
Windows
Stranded on a hostile alien world, you must gather resources, craft tools, and automate production to survive. Build a base, fend off deadly wildlife, and uncover ancient secrets in this immersive sci-fi survival adventure. Will you conquer the planet or succumb to its perils?
Why similar: Space Sim 25.1% ★, Base Building 13.3%, Building 11.6%, Resource Management 10.8%, Space 9.9%
- #58 Triton Survival
66% matchMixed70% of 33 reviews2025
Dev: Family Devs
Windows
Triton Survival is an open world survival game about exploration, construction, engineering, and fighting on planets. Embark on this interstellar adventure and conquer the galaxy. Are you ready?
Why similar: Space Sim 28.5% ★, Building 14.6%, Base Building 14.1%, Space 10.7%, Sandbox 9.9%
- #59 Universe Sandbox
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 30,587 reviews2015
Dev: Giant Army
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Create & destroy on an unimaginable scale with a realistic physics-based space simulator. Explore the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Use science to bend the laws of gravity, collide planets, boil away oceans, fire epic space lasers, and customize your universe.
Why similar: Science 21.5% ★, Space Sim 16.3% ★, Space 13.5%, Sandbox 12.6%, Physics 11.5%