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  1. #1 3030 Deathwar Redux - A Space Odyssey
    97% matchVery Positive94% of 1,148 reviews2017
    Dev: Bird in SkyPub: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    3030 Deathwar is a unique mix of Adventure and Space Sim. Explore star systems, mine and hunt pirates in top-down mode. Leave your ship and switch into classic Adventuring mode, where you explore derelicts, talk to shady characters or head over to the space bar for a drink.

    Why similar: Space 22.1%, Space Sim 19.5%, Open World 12.4%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Sandbox 8.5%

  2. #2 Starcom: Unknown Space
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 4,082 reviews2024
    Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Starcom: Unknown Space is an action RPG of space exploration and adventure. Build your own starship while discovering an epic story in a universe of strange mysteries, alien factions and uncharted worlds.

    Why similar: Space Sim 20.1%, Space 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 11.7%, Action RPG 10.6%, Open World 10.1%

  3. #3 Rebel Galaxy
    96% matchVery Positive85% of 8,230 reviews2015
    Dev: Double Damage Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Rebel Galaxy is a swashbuckling space adventure, with action-packed combat, exploration, discovery, trade, and “negotiation” with the outlandish denizens at the edge of the known universe.

    Why similar: Space 31%, Space Sim 21%, Open World 13.9%, Sci-fi 12.2%, RPG 6.4%

  4. #4 Space Pirates and Zombies
    95% matchVery Positive91% of 3,143 reviews2011
    Dev: MinMax Games Ltd.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Explore a randomly generated Galaxy populated with factions, enemies, missions, and items providing you with a unique experience each time you play.

    Why similar: Space 27.3%, Pirates 20.7%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Top-Down 8.3%, Open World 8%

  5. #5 Star Valor
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 3,325 reviews2022
    Dev: Rafael Burgos
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Choose your own destiny as you explore an open-world procedurally generated galaxy where anything is possible. Become a miner, a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, or perhaps a jack of all trades. Start off small and build your way to the top but remember with every action, comes consequences.

    Why similar: Space 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Sandbox 12.1%, Open World 11%, Aliens 9.4%

  6. #6 Transcendence
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 221 reviews2015
    Dev: Kronosaur Productions
    Windows

    Explore the farthest reaches of Human Space in this open-world space adventure. Compelled to journey to the Galactic Core by a mysterious hyperintelligence, you must fight your way through dozens of star systems teeming with clashing empires, expansionist AIs, and fearsome xenophobes.

    Why similar: Space Sim 16.7%, Space 15%, Action RPG 13.3%, Open World 9.8%, Top-Down Shooter 9.3%

  7. #7 Starcom: Nexus
    93% matchVery Positive91% of 2,274 reviews2019
    Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home.

    Why similar: Space 26.4%, Space Sim 18.8%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Open World 9.8%, RPG 7.7%

  8. #8 Sector Space
    91% matchVery Positive96% of 53 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: Space Sim 38.8%, RPG 15.8%, Simulation 12.1%, Top-Down 7.6%, Space 6.8%

  9. #9 VoidExpanse
    92% matchMostly Positive71% of 760 reviews2015
    Dev: AtomicTorch Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Explore the vast reaches of VoidExpanse -- mine asteroids, upgrade your ship, trade, complete missions, advance your character and survive fast-paced combat with hostile aliens and mercenaries in the rich and exciting Sci-Fi universe of VoidExpanse!

    Why similar: Space 29.1%, Open World 15.2%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Sandbox 11.9%, RPG 9.9%

  10. #10 EVERSPACE™ 2
    89% matchVery Positive86% of 12,587 reviews2023
    Dev: ROCKFISH Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    EVERSPACE 2 is a fast-paced single-player spaceship shooter with exploration in space and on planets, tons of loot, RPG elements, mining, and crafting. Experience an exciting sci-fi story set in a vivid, handcrafted open world full of secrets, puzzles, and perils.

    Why similar: Space 23.7%, Action RPG 19.9%, Open World 17.1%, Sci-fi 11.5%, RPG 7.7%

  11. #11 Objects in Space
    91% matchMixed52% of 612 reviews2019
    Dev: Flat Earth GamesPub: 505 Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Objects in Space is a retro space game centred on 2D point-and-click stealth action in a massive open world. Players have their own customisable ships and can meet people, become a trader, bounty hunter, explorer, scavenger or all of them at once.

    Why similar: Space 24.6%, Space Sim 22.3%, Simulation 13.7%, RPG 13.5%, Action 6.9%

  12. #12 Landinar: Into the Void
    90% matchMixed57% of 243 reviews2019
    Dev: Convoy Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Landinar: Into the Void is a top-down space-adventure-RPG. You are recruited as a rookie bounty hunter in the oppressive Landinar Empire. On your journey through the quadrant you will meet diverse characters, build your own spaceship and choose your battles.

    Why similar: Space Sim 24.1%, Space 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Open World 8.9%, RPG 8.7%

  13. #13 Space Rangers HD: A War Apart
    88% matchVery Positive94% of 7,116 reviews2013
    Dev: SNK GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Space adventure, open world RPG, strategy, arcade, quest and more!

    Why similar: Space 43%, RPG 14.8%, Open World 13.1%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Sandbox 6.9%

  14. #14 Star Singularity
    89% matchMostly Positive78% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Star Bunny Enterprises
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    A space action-adventure unlike any other: navigate your spacecraft through a galactic-scale mystery. Make sure to loot, craft and upgrade your space fleet. Play the story campaign or test your skills in vicious arena modes against AI opponents.

    Why similar: Space 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Open World 11.9%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Action RPG 9.8%

  15. #15 Gaia Beyond
    87% matchMostly Positive76% of 258 reviews2020
    Dev: Warp Turtle
    Windows

    Gaia Beyond is a handcrafted 2D Action-RPG, an exploration mix built around the core features fighting, mining and trading. Your decisions are footprints within a vast non-linear solar system. Forge alliances among numerous factions and develop relations with hundreds of NPCs.

    Why similar: Space Sim 25.9%, Space 14.4%, Action RPG 12.1%, Open World 11.4%, Sci-fi 10.3%

  16. #16 Between the Stars
    85% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,427 reviews2024
    Dev: Isolated Games
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    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 Sim 26.3%, Space 23%, RPG 9.6%, Sci-fi 9%, Sandbox 7.9%

  17. #17 Wayward Terran Frontier: Zero Falls
    86% matchMixed68% of 536 reviews2016
    Dev: Reason Generator Inc.
    Windows

    2d space combat like no other. From the perspective of a single crew member, explore the fully destructible interior of any ship in a massive living world. Engage in space combat with no hitpoints where you know your enemy is dead when you see them fall out of their ship into the cold dark of space.

    Why similar: Space Sim 27.2%, Space 13.4%, Open World 12.5%, Sandbox 11.1%, Sci-fi 7.7%

  18. #18 Plancon: Space Conflict
    86% matchMostly Negative38% of 140 reviews2016
    Dev: HeroLabs
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Damn aliens! The choice is: the Universe — or nothing!

    Why similar: Space 18.4%, Space Sim 16.9%, RPG 15.6%, Aliens 11.9%, Open World 9.3%

  19. #19 Star Nomad 2
    84% matchMostly Positive72% of 158 reviews2015
    Dev: Huy Phan
    Windows · Mac

    A space trader & combat sim meets squad-RPG, large scale conquest, choice driven gameplay with fluid & punchy tactical real-time combat set in a dynamic open-world sandbox.

    Why similar: Space 20.5%, Space Sim 13.3%, RPG 10.8%, Open World 10.2%, Sandbox 9.6%

  20. #20 BossConstructor
    84% matchMostly Positive73% of 217 reviews2016
    Dev: Neomateria Games GmbH
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Scavenge modules, combine them in the deadliest and most efficient ways imaginable, and fly your very own spaceship through alien space with BossConstructor. Thousands of procedurally generated galaxies await you and your space-faring collection of assembled modules to explore them.

    Why similar: Space 25.9%, RPG 15.4%, Simulation 12.1%, Bullet Hell 9.4%, Sci-fi 7.7%

  21. #21 Cosmonator
    82% matchVery Positive87% of 101 reviews2019
    Dev: Bourbontank
    Windows

    Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, RPG 13.4%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Aliens 9.7%, Space 8.6%

  22. #22 It's time to get out from the solar system
    83% matchMostly Negative55% of 128 reviews2015
    Dev: WTFOMGames
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A game with a futuristic anti-utopian story — a hardcore space shooter with RPG elements.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.2%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Space 20.9%, Sci-fi 16.5%, RPG 8.7%

  23. #23 Void Destroyer 2
    81% matchVery Positive80% of 664 reviews2020
    Dev: Iteration 11
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Start with nothing... End with everything! All you have is a basic ship, barely fit for combat, with it you'll start your journey and empire. A open world space sandbox, inspired by and expanding the classics.

    Why similar: Pirates 24.6%, Space Sim 24.4%, Space 12%, Open World 10.6%, Sandbox 9.8%

  24. #24 Nienix: Cosmic Warfare
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 350 reviews2023
    Dev: HolmCom
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Search for the legendary lost artifact Nienix through galaxies in conflict! An open world space action RPG adventure that can be played both alone and together!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Action RPG 14.9%, Space 11.4%, Open World 9.6%

  25. #25 Star Horizon
    82% matchMixed60% of 150 reviews2015
    Dev: Orbital Knight
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Experience fast action, thrilling levels, spectacular explosions and lots of pew-pew-pew. Star Horizon is a reboot for the on-rails space shooter genre.

    Why similar: Space Sim 21%, Space 21%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Open World 8.6%, Sandbox 8.1%

  26. #26 Sector Six
    80% matchVery Positive93% of 261 reviews2018
    Dev: V3663L
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Sector Six is a side-scrolling, sci-fi shooter with a silhouette aesthetic, procedural loot, extensive customization, and story missions.

    Why similar: Action RPG 31.9%, Space 30.1%, Sci-fi 23.6%, RPG 14.5%

  27. #27 Celestial Command
    81% matchMixed63% of 687 reviews2014
    Dev: Romenics
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Mine asteroids, salvage space debris, design your own small or massive spacecraft using individual functional components, complete missions, and engage in battles against enemies in a vast galaxy with realistic physics based on orbital mechanics or in a classic physics mode.

    Why similar: Space 28.3%, Space Sim 19.2%, Sandbox 13.5%, Simulation 10.3%, Sci-fi 9.6%

  28. #28 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 27.4%, Space 16.3%, Open World 12.6%, Sandbox 11.1%, Sci-fi 10.6%

  29. #29 SpaceBourne
    78% matchMostly Positive77% of 805 reviews2020
    Dev: Burak Dabak
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Spacebourne is an open space exploration game with Rpg elements. Its world consists of different factions at war. You as an expert pilot need to choose your side or be on no one's side and create a force of your own. Load up your weapons, Ready your ship and warp to adventure.

    Why similar: Space Sim 31.8%, Space 30.7%, RPG 14.6%, Simulation 12.5%, Indie 5.4%

  30. #30 Destination Sol
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,362 reviews2015
    Dev: MovingBlocks
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Pilot your ship in the seamless open world made of space, planets, and more. Find new ships and equipment, find allies and beat all the enemies in this open source space shooter!

    Why similar: Space 35.1%, Open World 22.3%, RPG 17.1%, Action 7.8%, Indie 6.5%

  31. #31 Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters
    76% matchVery Positive95% of 381 reviews2024
    Dev: Pistol Shrimp
    Windows · Mac

    Experience the award-winning space saga. Travel to hyperspace, discover alien worlds, and meet an eclectic cast of characters. Find out what happened after the Ur-Quan invasion. And if the war still rages, fight for Earth and the Alliance of Free Stars!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Action RPG 18.9%, Open World 13.7%, Top-Down 10.8%, Sci-fi 9.6%

  32. #32 Stellar Tactics
    73% matchVery Positive80% of 1,560 reviews2026
    Dev: Don WilkinsPub: Maverick Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    A Sci-Fi role-playing game featuring turn-based ground combat, space exploration, deep character customization and a massive living universe with thousands of star systems. Equip your ships with the best equipment you can find, gather a powerful crew of mercenaries and set out into the void!

    Why similar: Sandbox 22.2%, Space 19.7%, Open World 18.4%, Sci-fi 13.9%, RPG 12.6%

  33. #33 Star Explorers
    77% matchVery Positive83% of 250 reviews2018
    Dev: Schmidt Workshops
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Planets, aliens, resources, upgrades, caves, mapping & documenting star systems ... seek a new home for the human race. An all-inclusive (admittedly janky) procedural space-sim made by solo developer Schmidt Workshops.

    Why similar: Space Sim 25.4%, Space 14.1%, Aliens 11.1%, Open World 10.7%, Old School 9.8%

  34. #34 Starpoint Gemini 3
    78% matchMixed50% of 867 reviews2020
    Dev: Little Green Men Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Fight, loot, explore and craft in the living open world of Starpoint Gemini 3. Assemble your trusty ship and boost your RPG skills to face all challenges.

    Why similar: Space Sim 27.2%, Space 16.2%, Action RPG 13.1%, Open World 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.9%

  35. #35 Subdivision Infinity DX
    77% matchMostly Positive75% of 105 reviews2019
    Dev: MistFly GamesPub: Crescent Moon Games
    Windows

    Subdivision Infinity is an immersive and pulse pounding sci-fi space shooter featuring stunning graphics and tight spaceship game play. Hunt down and destroy enemy spacecraft, crush capital ships, mine asteroids for rare minerals, and find blueprints to craft amazing new vessels!

    Why similar: Space Sim 34.3%, Space 22.4%, Sci-fi 13.9%, Action 7.6%, Open World 6.5%

  36. #36 Warspace 2
    74% matchMixed61% of 82 reviews2025
    Dev: Magic Game Art
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Warspace 2 is a 1-4 player CO-OP space shooter with RPG elements, open-world and procedurally-generated galaxy. You can trade, craft, and fight your way through a universe, either solo or with friends.

    Why similar: Space Sim 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Space 12.9%, Aliens 11.4%, Sandbox 10.9%

  37. #37 Astrox Imperium
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 1,210 reviews2019
    Dev: Jace Masula
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Astrox Imperium is a relaxing space game where you fly around a generated universe. Mining, Fighting, Building, Exploring, and Surviving. What makes this game unique? You have complete control of how it plays. A robust sandbox and lots of MOD tools. Make it your game, and play it your own way.

    Why similar: Space Sim 29.3%, Space 27.9%, Sandbox 11.8%, Open World 11.2%, Simulation 8%

  38. #38 Gunlocked
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 502 reviews2022
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.7%, Aliens 21.7%, RPG 11%, Space 10.9%, Top-Down 10.6%

  39. #39 Spaceship Looter
    75% matchMostly Positive71% of 232 reviews2017
    Dev: Luxorix Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Spaceship Looter is an action roguelike game, where mercenaries of all stripes rob drifting schooner, lost transtport ships and abandoned military cruisers - all what is filled with tons of valuable loot and hidden in the deep space.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, RPG 15.6%, Action 11.3%, Indie 8.2%

  40. #40 Drox Operative 2
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 282 reviews2021
    Dev: Soldak Entertainment
    Windows · Linux

    Drox Operative 2 is a starship action RPG with warring alien races, fierce space battles, a dynamic, evolving galaxy, and co-op multiplayer for Windows and Linux.

    Why similar: RPG 22%, Space 18.5%, Action RPG 14.5%, Action 10.5%, Open World 10.1%

  41. #41 Cozy Space Survivors
    70% matchVery Positive97% of 364 reviews2024
    Dev: simonschreibt
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A cozy time survival roguelite in space. You steer the shippy while the shooting happens automatically. Meet cute NPCs, solve small quests, and fight quirky enemies with satisfying weapons. A shorter experience for people who don't have much time but love playing (and finishing) games.

    Why similar: Space Sim 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Space 9.2%, Top-Down 7.6%

  42. #42 ΔV: Rings of Saturn
    69% 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 25.4%, Space 18.4%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Open World 10.5%, Top-Down 8.6%

  43. #43 Sophstar
    71% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Aliens 14.2%, Space 12.9%, Old School 9.2%

  44. #44 Galactic Glitch
    68% matchVery Positive90% of 853 reviews2025
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    A physics-powered action roguelike. Grab asteroids, catch missiles, and hurl them back at swarming enemies. Build wild loadouts, defeat colossal bosses, and push deeper into a collapsing galaxy.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Space 17.8%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Top-Down 11.2%

  45. #45 Darkstar One
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 609 reviews2008
    Dev: Ascaron Entertainment ltd.Pub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Darkstar One offers a fantastic amount of freedom of choice. The story-based missions gradually lead you deeper into the galaxy to new races, new technologies and ever stronger opponents. Explore a vast array of solar systems in search of hidden artifacts of ancient races, essential objects for upgrading your ship--the Darkstar One.

    Why similar: Space Sim 30.4%, Space 25.2%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Open World 10.2%, Action 6.2%

  46. #46 Azulgar: Star Commanders
    73% matchMixed51% of 108 reviews2017
    Dev: SZEINER
    Windows

    Azulgar: Star Commanders is a Sci-Fi open world sandbox game that puts you in a command of your own custom made space ship. Explore aftermath of the Azulgar event that reshaped the face of the solar system.

    Why similar: Space 28.1%, Sci-fi 19.4%, Simulation 15.3%, Action 9.6%, Indie 7.3%

  47. #47 Rebel Galaxy Outlaw
    69% matchMixed64% of 1,122 reviews2020
    Dev: Double Damage Games
    Windows
    Median: 36 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 33.7%, Old School 14.2%, Open World 14%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Space 9.7%

  48. #48 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 124 reviews2016
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.

    Why similar: Old School 19%, Space 18.8%, Sci-fi 14.4%, RPG 14.4%, Action 9.3%

  49. #49 Star Vortex
    66% matchVery Positive85% of 128 reviews2025
    Dev: Zorg GamesPub: Hunted Cow Games
    Windows

    Star Vortex is a fast paced Action-RPG inspired by classics of the genre. Design your ship, fight your way through hostile alien sectors, upgrade as you salvage rare weapons and experiment with different builds until nothing can stand against you.

    Why similar: Action RPG 49.4%, Sci-fi 19.9%, 2D 7.9%, Top-Down Shooter 4.9%, Space 4.8%

  50. #50 STAR-BOX: RPG Adventures in Space
    71% matchMixed50% of 86 reviews2015
    Dev: Michael FlynnPub: FlynnFour Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    STAR-BOX – RPG Adventures in Space!Strap on your gravity boots, power up your laser, and climb aboard your spaceship for a retro-styled, RPG-jaunt into the unknown!Travel an open-world, sandbox universe where you are the architect of your own story.

    Why similar: Space 18.6%, RPG 16.3%, Simulation 11.2%, Action RPG 10.8%, Sandbox 10.7%

  51. #51 Miner Wars 2081
    71% matchMostly Negative36% of 386 reviews2012
    Dev: Keen Software House
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    Operate an advanced mining ship in a fully destructible and open-world environment!

    Why similar: Space 27.8%, RPG 22.3%, Simulation 17.3%, Action 13.1%, Sci-fi 10.9%

  52. #52 Space Bandit
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 78 reviews2022
    Dev: Sam Murray
    Windows · Linux

    Brutal twin stick shooter with fun and clever enemies. Also has roguelite and Sci-Fi stuff.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.1%, Space 17.5%, Old School 14.5%, Top-Down 13.2%, Sci-fi 12.3%

  53. #53 Jumpdrive
    70% matchMostly Negative39% of 164 reviews2018
    Dev: Meteoric Games
    Windows

    Jumpdrive is a sandbox space sim set in an alternative future heavily inspired by classic 80s sci-fi. Fight, trade and explore in a massive procedurally generated galaxy of millions of planets and stars. Amass money and power and upgrade and purchase new ships.

    Why similar: Space 42.3%, Open World 20%, Simulation 19.1%, Action 9.3%, Indie 9.3%

  54. #54 Evochron Mercenary
    69% matchMostly Positive77% of 434 reviews2012
    Dev: StarWraith 3D Games LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    The life of an independent mercenary is rarely without excitement. Your spacecraft awaits and your adventure begins in the Sapphire star system.

    Why similar: Space 27.3%, Space Sim 26.1%, Open World 10.9%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Simulation 10.1%

  55. #55 Naev
    67% matchVery Positive81% of 222 reviews2017
    Dev: Naev Team
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    Naev is a game about space exploration, trade and combat. Players travel the galaxy and earn money by trading, fighting and performing missions.

    Why similar: Space Sim 29.8%, Space 17.8%, Open World 11.4%, Top-Down 8.9%, Sci-fi 8.8%

  56. #56 Rogue Invader
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 64 reviews2021
    Dev: Squishy Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    1-Bit Roguelite Action Shooter.

    Why similar: Aliens 40.7%, Sci-fi 24.6%, Space 22.4%, Action 8.4%, Singleplayer 3.9%

  57. #57 Precursors
    68% matchMixed68% of 111 reviews2017
    Dev: Deep ShadowsPub: GFI
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Precursors, predecessors, the legend of galaxy… Who are carrying the forebear’s genes among existing races, we can suppose only… Worlds of galaxy are everlasting, beautiful, unique and dangerous. Some of them are inhabited, some ruined and deserted, other - just a smugglers trans-shipment stations.

    Why similar: Space Sim 32.6%, Action RPG 14.9%, Sandbox 12.1%, Open World 10%, Space 8.5%

  58. #58 Spaceport Hope
    67% matchMostly Positive76% of 488 reviews2016
    Dev: team BitClubPub: team BitClub , Sunken Treasure Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A huge hand-crafted world packed with 13 unique bosses, a gripping story, and tons of enemies, Spaceport Hope is the ultimate test of gaming prowess.

    Why similar: Indie 25.5%, Space 25.2%, Sci-fi 22.1%, Action 17.2%, 2D 10.1%

  59. #59 Endless Sky
    64% matchVery Positive92% of 6,938 reviews2015
    Dev: Michael Zahniser
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.

    Why similar: Space 31.7%, Space Sim 16.2%, Open World 13.6%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Sandbox 5%

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