60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Space Sim, Space, Simulation, Indie.
Launch. Slingshot. Crash. Repeat. Slingshot is a pixel-art orbital mechanics arcade about gravity, fuel, and perfect timing. Chain flybys across eight planets, reach escape velocity, and tune in to Spacify : 12 destinations, 12 soundtracks, 100+ achievements.
SimpleRockets
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.
A Hole In Space
A "small" universe simulation, where you play as a black hole and try to absorb the whole universe. You decide the size and shape of the universe. Could also be used as a less meaningful CPU benchmark.
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 49.1%, Physics 22.3%, Space 16.2%, Indie 8.3%, 2D 3.9%
A "small" universe simulation, where you play as a black hole and try to absorb the whole universe. You decide the size and shape of the universe. Could also be used as a less meaningful CPU benchmark.
Why similar: Space Sim 55.6%, Space 25.4%, Physics 13.2%, Indie 5.8%
Trade your wares and eliminate the competition in a cutthroat world. Buy new ships and stations to mine and haul resources. Explore the vast emptiness of space.
Why similar: Space Sim 56.1%, Space 28.4%, Indie 8%, Exploration 7.6%
Tiny Space Academy is a 2D space sim where you can grow your own space agency and explore our solar system with rockets you design! Learn basic orbital mechanics, run science experiments, and get your astronauts back to Earth safely.
Why similar: Space Sim 38.2%, Space 23.9%, Physics 18.2%, Exploration 9.2%, Indie 5.9%
Take to the stars and explore the solar system. Master the orbital mechanics of N-body physics. Plot a careful course to complete your mission.
Why similar: Space Sim 52.2%, Space 22.9%, Physics 20.1%, Indie 4.8%
A casual space simulation game where you perform orbital manoeuvres on satellites to change their orbit and complete missions.
Why similar: Space Sim 49.9%, Physics 22.6%, Space 21.5%, 2D 6.1%
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 47%, Space 30.5%, Exploration 11.6%, Physics 10.9%
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 42.7%, Space 37.7%, Indie 11.9%, Exploration 7.7%
Orbital Salvager is a 2D space arcade simulation about mastering orbital mechanics to recover salvage ships from planetary orbit and deliver them to a salvage depot on time. Tether and tow salvage in various orbital patterns, manage fuel, and avoid obstacles in the daily and campaign modes.
Why similar: Space Sim 47.1%, Space 26.5%, Physics 14.8%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 4.3%
Navigate through a detailed simulation of the solar system, where you can explore planets, moons, and other celestial bodies up close. Access detailed information, images, interactive content, quizzes and even mini-games where you can try to land a space probe.
Why similar: Space Sim 46.8%, Space 18.9%, Physics 16%, Exploration 12.5%, Indie 5.7%
A co-op sci-fi featuring scrap, piracy, and your talkative line manager Clara.
Why similar: Space Sim 35.2%, Space 28.5%, Physics 20.9%, Exploration 7.2%, 2D 7%
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 47.9%, Space 29.7%, Indie 12.8%, Exploration 9.6%
Real-time planetary collision sandbox powered by SPH physics: smash planets together and watch the destruction and its aftermath!
Why similar: Space Sim 53.5%, Space 24.4%, Physics 18.2%, Indie 3.9%
Sling shot explosive nuclear warheads into collision course with your planetary assassination targets. Using the gravitation of a planet against itself, while navigating your payload around asteroids, moons and even Black Holes for devastating effect!
Why similar: Space Sim 45.1%, Space 26.5%, Physics 22.7%, Indie 5.7%
A fantasy space agency management game! Manage your team, design your space ship and research new technology! Reach moons, planets and the void beyond. Can you reach the void? Can you bring Galduen to the void?
Why similar: Space Sim 48%, Space 27.2%, Exploration 13.3%, Indie 5.9%, 2D 5.6%
In GravBoost, gravity is your greatest ally and your deadliest foe. Master the art of the gravitational slingshot to intercept orbital targets. Manage your fuel and time wisely in this physics-driven space sim where precision is the only way to survive the cosmic pull.
Why similar: Space Sim 50.7%, Physics 24.1%, Space 16.9%, Indie 4.3%, 2D 4%
Lead an expedition into an unexplored solar system. Build rockets, aircraft, and other vehicles, discover new worlds, gather resources, complete missions, unlock technology, and grow a colony of tiny purple Klorps in this spaceflight sandbox.
Why similar: Space Sim 48.3%, Space 27%, Physics 17.1%, Exploration 7.7%
Simulate the physics of the Universe on a large scale and create stunning visuals. Play with intergalactic interactions, smash planets together and even create the Big Bang itself!
Why similar: Space Sim 42.7%, Space 26.9%, Physics 20.5%, Indie 5.1%, 2D 4.8%
Crewman, you are lost in deep space and threats are lurking everywhere. Survive and bring you and your allies back to known space. It's in your hands!
Why similar: Space Sim 34.5%, Space 28.1%, Physics 15.3%, Indie 11.3%, Exploration 10.7%
The Imperial Navy is called upon to eradicate the last of the rebellion and restore law and order. As an Imperial navy starfighter pilot, you will safeguard imperiled lives thoughout the galaxy. Join the Emperor's cause in eliminating the Rebel uprising as the Empire strikes back!
In the midst of a seemingly hopeless war among the stars, take control of highly customizable spacefighters to experience classic space combat action throughout a story-driven campaign.
Space Station Escape is a anomaly horror game.Players take on the role of an astronaut wanting to escape from a spaceship running out of oxygen.
Why similar: Space Sim 43.4%, Space 25.9%, Physics 13.8%, Exploration 10.3%, Indie 6.7%
Repair satellites in orbit. Reduce space debris. And enjoy the view. Void Tech is space repair simulation game, where every mission extends satellite life and restores critical infrastructure.
Why similar: Space Sim 43.6%, Space 30.6%, Physics 20%, Indie 5.8%
The story takes place in the distant future. You will play a captain of a star ship and go into deep space. You need to manage your resources carefully. In the game, you can investigate the outliers of various planets, discover the wonders of the universe or learn the stories of lost civilizations.
Why similar: Space Sim 56.2%, Space 31.5%, Exploration 12.2%
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 51.6%, Space 39.2%, Exploration 9.2%
Homeplanet is a space combat simulator with Newtonian physics and a story-driven campaign. Step into the boots of a combat pilot of the Troiden clan! Take part in the saga of exile from your home world—and the struggle to conquer a new one.
Why similar: Space Sim 54.3%, Space 24.9%, Physics 17.3%, Indie 3.6%
Explore every star system, orbit numerous stars, maneuver to various planets, and survive asteroids the longest aboard countless miniaturized rockets in Rocket Hit.
Why similar: Space Sim 65.9%, Space 15%, Physics 14.3%, Indie 4.9%
This simulation software brings the solar system to your fingertips, allowing you to explore the orbits of planets and witness the fascinating effects of introducing new cosmic objects like asteroids, extra suns, or even a black hole.
Why similar: Space Sim 57.3%, Space 18.3%, Physics 13.4%, Exploration 11%
A first-person space sim set in the real solar system at true scale, with every planet where it actually is today. Dock at the ISS, take contracts, survey planets, mine moons, haul cargo and fight pirates across genuine interplanetary distances as you rise from cadet to major.
Why similar: Space Sim 58.9%, Space 27%, Exploration 10.2%, Indie 3.9%
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 41%, Space 22.4%, Physics 16.5%, Exploration 9.4%, Indie 5.5%
Our goal is to depict the possibilities of space exploration & combat within a realistic environment- to emphasize the "science" in science-fiction. Key features to include: proper orbital mechanics for all objects in space, detailed ship system control, functionality, inter-dependency & damage reaction.
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 48.8%, Space 24.5%, Exploration 9.2%, Physics 8.7%, 2D 5.8%
Take to the skies in this spaceflight simulator where you have control over every aspect of your orbital journey. Build a rocket and its control panels, steer your spacecraft to stay on its flight path, manage resources and explore the solar system using realistic physics and propulsion systems.
Why similar: Space Sim 46%, Space 27.2%, Physics 16.5%, Indie 6.9%, 2D 3.4%
This is a rocket flight simulation game. You will control a rocket by left and right engines to fly in space and try to land on target platform, while enjoying beautiful nebulas and ambient music.
Why similar: Space Sim 57%, Space 22.9%, Physics 13.4%, Indie 3.8%, 2D 2.9%
Explore a precisely recreated lunar surface built from real data and a JAXA-backed simulation.
Why similar: Space Sim 60.6%, Space 26.2%, Exploration 13.2%
Super CosmoJet is a 2D physics-based action space game. Master gravity and your ship's thrust controls to navigate hazardous star systems, on your quest to find your missing father. Each star system is procedurally generated at runtime, so no two play-throughs are the same!
Why similar: Space Sim 35.5%, Space 31.7%, Physics 20.7%, 2D 7.1%, Indie 5.1%
Explore the galaxy through the eyes of an android pilot. Enjoy a mix of relaxing planetary scanning and arcade-style combat as you upgrade your fleet. A slow-paced space sim for those who love the hum of an engine and the glow of distant suns.
Why similar: Space Sim 70.9%, Exploration 14.8%, 2D 7.9%, Indie 6.3%
The existence of all mankind is under threat. You are the only hope!
Why similar: Space Sim 45%, Space 28.2%, Physics 13.6%, Exploration 9.5%, Indie 3.6%
Caught in the middle of a violent conflict on the fringe of the galaxy — your ability to survive will depend on your piloting skills and combat savvy as a mercenary space fighter. But, as you explore the vastly detailed world of Tachyon: The Fringe, you will often find that the most powerful weapon on your ship is in your head.
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 62.4%, Space 24.5%, Exploration 13%
Transport cargo in this challenging flight through the void of space! Listen to your co-pilot's warnings; manage your fuel, grapple with gravity physics and meteors. Expand your fleet with brand new, massive ships using the money earned from deliveries!
Why similar: Space Sim 54.9%, Space 13.9%, Exploration 11.5%, Physics 10%, 2D 5%
Navigate your rocket through the universe by using the centripetal and centrifugal forces! Wander around the stars and find your way home! Explore what's hidden at the end of the galaxy and have fun with your friends!
Why similar: Space Sim 36.4%, Space 28.4%, Physics 24.3%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 4.5%
Fly real astrodynamics from an Apollo-era DSKY. Plan Lambert transfers, mine asteroids, build a fleet, and survive a 38-body solar system where every trajectory is solved from Kepler's equation. No autopilot, no cheating.
Why similar: Space Sim 53.6%, Space 15.7%, Exploration 11.4%, Physics 9.8%, 2D 5.8%
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 43.9%, Space Sim 33.8%, Exploration 12.3%, Indie 7.8%, 2D 2.1%
A neutral family fights for its business - and its survival - and is swept up in the struggle against the encroaching Empire. You must defy the strong-arm tactics of a rival family who will stop at nothing to destroy your trading company.
You work at a small observatory as scientist, studying the sky and making sure nothing unsual goes unnoticed. Explore worlds, launch satelites, receive signals from outer space, solve mystries and connect the dots. Welcome to Skywatch.
Why similar: Space 36.8%, Space Sim 30.1%, Exploration 18.5%, 2D 8.7%, Indie 6%
Keep the International Space Station alive after a catastrophic meteor impact. The crew is dying and ORBISS, a small maintenance robot, is their last hope. Race to gather supplies, navigate the station and rescue the crew.
Why similar: Space 35.4%, Space Sim 29.5%, Physics 21.3%, Exploration 13.9%
Lead a spaceyard: juggle contracts, design, prototype, and build all types of ships—from single-seat fighters to giant cruisers. Create custom vessels to meet precise client specs, then take the helm yourself to prove their worth.
Why similar: Space Sim 46.9%, Space 28.1%, Physics 18.9%, Indie 6.2%
A sci-fi survival game with a twist. Set in a sub-orbit of a black hole, collect materials and scavenge wrecks in order to repair your damaged ship. However, time is not on your side.
Why similar: Space Sim 51%, Space 21.8%, Physics 12.7%, Exploration 10.4%, Indie 4.1%
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 38.8%, Space 33.5%, Physics 18.8%, Exploration 4.7%, Indie 4.3%
DustCrow is a space-salvaging and exploration zero-G VR game where you strip derelict wrecks for scrap, manage your tools and equipment in a zero-G environment, and play in a live, player-driven economy. It's just industrial tools, tactile physics, and the daily grind in the vast emptiness of space.
Why similar: Space Sim 37.2%, Space 25.3%, Physics 18.7%, Exploration 14.5%, Indie 4.3%
From stardust to cosmic sovereign! In this unique space game, evolve by devouring everything. Grow from a tiny rock into a massive galaxy. Each swallow brings growth, each evolution brings victory. Unlock the universe's ultimate secrets!
Why similar: Space 39.5%, Physics 27%, Space Sim 15.8%, Indie 11.2%, Exploration 6.5%
A space incremental game about getting bigger. You are a mote of dust, and every target you shatter makes you heavier. Grow from a chunk of rubble into a meteor, a moon, a planet, a star — and finally a black hole that devours everything!
Why similar: Space Sim 60.7%, Space 17.6%, Physics 10.6%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 4.8%
Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion?
Physics sandbox game that uses a graphics card as a supercomputer. Change the laws of physics, design mechanisms, create A-Life worlds and inhabit them with living beings, experiment with evolution and AI.
Why similar: Space Sim 35.8%, Physics 25.2%, Space 18.6%, Indie 10%, Exploration 5.4%
Space trips across the your personal universe
Why similar: Space Sim 54.6%, Space 17.3%, Indie 16.7%, Exploration 11.4%
Explore a galaxy of 300 systems as you control your fleet in a top-down 3D style, navigating through Star-lanes, Warp gates, and Black holes. Customize and upgrade your fleet, complete missions, trade, hire your crew, wage war and determine the fate of the galaxy in this grand sim saga.
Why similar: Space Sim 55.8%, Space 17.3%, Physics 16.5%, Exploration 10.5%
Asteroid Mining Empire is a sci-fi mining progression game where you harvest asteroid fields, earn credits, unlock upgrades, expand your ship and drone systems, and push toward powerful long-term rebirth progression as your small operation grows into a space industry.
Why similar: Space Sim 66.5%, Space 16.1%, Indie 9%, 2D 8.5%
