- #1 星旅:前奏 Wandering Planet: Prelude
97% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: 凌梦工作室
Windows
Star Trek: Prelude is a space-based game that builds defense towers on earth to defend against alien invaders called Black Ember.
Why similar: Space Sim 21% ★, Real Time Tactics 19.5%, RTS 18.9%, Space 13.2%, Strategy 12.3%
- #2 Million Star Ship
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Nanchang Pubugui Online Game Co., Ltd
Windows
This is a single player defense game for interstellar strategy. We have established 36 birth points. Players can freely switch birth points to control the size of the enemy. Set the moon as a base. Our fleet can conquer the universe and find legendary warships. Our journey is the sea of stars.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 24.7%, RTS 23.3%, Strategy 21.4%, Space 12.5%, Aliens 7.5%
- #3 ScarQuest
96% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: ManaStorm Studios
Windows · Mac
Raise armies to dominate, seize, and reign over the planet as its ruler.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 28.6%, RTS 27%, Strategy 24.8%, Space 15.8%, 3D 3.4%
- #4 Ancient Space
95% matchMixed44% of 365 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: Space 33.6%, RTS 28.3%, Strategy 25.5%, Sci-fi 6%, Space Sim 5.9% ★
- #5 Void Destroyer
94% matchMixed60% of 351 reviews2015
Dev: Iteration 11
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Combining the best of space combat and real time strategy. Victory can be tactical, a dogfight or capital ship slugging match - depending on how you decide to achieve it. Space combat on a RTS scale with space sim savagery.
Why similar: Space 29.7%, Strategy 22.5%, RTS 17.8%, Space Sim 14.1% ★, Simulation 6.5%
- #6 Keng's Little Universe
94% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Keng7
Windows
Civilization was born from a chaotic star system and has been constantly tested in its development, from ancient civilizations to occupying the entire galaxy, which is long and dangerous.
Why similar: Space Sim 22.1% ★, Space 18.7%, Strategy 12%, RTS 10.4%, Real Time Tactics 10.3%
- #7 Space Commander
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gambit Games StudioPub: TBA
Windows
The endless expanse of space has never been such a dangerous place. Take command as a Space Fleet Admiral who will face the challenge of galactic war and determine the fate of the universe.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.8% ★, Strategy 21%, RTS 18.6%, Space 7.7%, Sci-fi 5.8%
- #8 Zero-Point
92% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Zero
Windows
Zero-Point is a 3D space roguelike featuring tactical ship-to-ship combat, crew command and an immersive view of your ship's interior. As Captain of a Star Federation cruiser, lead your crew and ship to victory over the rebellious Galactic Liberation Front!
Why similar: Space Sim 22.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 20%, Space 18.7%, Strategy 10.9%, Aliens 7.4%
- #9 X: Beyond the Frontier
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 382 reviews2010
Dev: Egosoft
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
The Human Race had advanced to the point where we could travel among the stars, we developed giant automated machines to help us colonise other worlds, but there was a fault in their programming and they turned and attacked. Forcing us to lay a trap to protect Earth and exiling the Human race to stay on Earth once again.
Why similar: Space 29.3%, Trading 20.9% ★, Space Sim 20.8% ★, Strategy 14.4%, Simulation 6.4%
- #10 X2: The Threat
91% matchVery Positive83% of 518 reviews2006
Dev: Egosoft
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 35%
X²: The Threat is of a new generation of space simulator games, you play the role of Julian Gardna who continues the story set by X: Beyond The Frontier. The updated graphics engine gives the universe a fresher feel with newly designed ships and stations adding to the complexity of the universe.
Why similar: Space 33.1%, Space Sim 20.1% ★, Trading 18.4% ★, Strategy 16%, Sci-fi 6%
- #11 Admirals of Ophiuchus
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mantegral Studio
Windows
Design massive ships, bristling with weapons, on a macro scale. Engage in fleet-vs-fleet battles, featuring many different tactics. Play alone or in Coop combat missions, or form two teams of players (each with own fleet) to fight in an arena.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 21.5%, Space Sim 20.9% ★, Space 20.6%, Strategy 15.1%, RTS 11.5%
- #12 Star Conqueror 舰队指挥官
89% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: MirrorAlice Studio
Windows
Engage in real-time battles with customizable space warships. Explore the galaxy, forge alliances, develop powerful ships, and defeat alien invaders.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 18.2%, Space Sim 17.5% ★, Trading 17.3% ★, Space 16.8%, Strategy 11%
- #13 Strength In Numbers
88% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Ciaosen Games
Windows
Take back control of the galaxy and defeat the evil AI in this fast-paced, node-based strategy game. The humanoid races need all the help they can get. We're counting on you, Commander!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 26.6%, RTS 24.6%, Strategy 16.2%, Space 14.6%, Aliens 6.2%
- #14 Galaxy Commanders
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MagmaByte
Windows
ASSEMBLE AND COMMAND YOUR SPACE FLEET TO VICTORY
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 30.2%, Space 21.9%, RTS 20.3%, Strategy 16.1%, Sci-fi 4.3%
- #15 Stellar outpost commander
86% matchPositive83% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Kinderril
Windows
Real-time strategy game with commander task control. Pilots-Mercenary, each with their own character, and many unique ships for them. Interesting missions. Base development, various technologies and space exploration.
Why similar: Space 19.7%, Trading 18.5% ★, RTS 17.1%, Space Sim 16% ★, Strategy 11.2%
- #16 Saga of the Void: Admirals
87% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: RowlesCorp StudiosPub: Self-Published
Windows
Saga of the Void: Admirals is a full, space based rts in vr!
Why similar: Strategy 43.4%, RTS 29.2%, Space 27.4%
- #17 O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 105 reviews2014
Dev: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 37.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
An epic struggle for control!
Why similar: Space 35.4%, Strategy 34.4%, RTS 25.2%, Sci-fi 5.1%
- #18 Nexus - The Jupiter Incident
85% matchVery Positive86% of 1,053 reviews2007
Dev: Mithis GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Ambitious megacorporations monopolize the conquest of space and the colonization of the solar system. At the very edge of the solar system, the companies make a discovery that will shift the technological advantage and upset the balance. And so a new conflict is born: "The Jupiter Incident."
Why similar: Space 34.1%, Strategy 21.9%, RTS 20.1%, Real Time Tactics 11.6%, Sci-fi 8.2%
- #19 Star Ships
84% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Keral Games
Windows
The game have only skirmish with bots and online pvp. Ships called to battle from hyperspace. They are improved during battle. All game mechanics you can see in trailer. The game is quite raw and we are working on improving the game mechanics.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 27.2%, RTS 26.3%, Strategy 23.9%, Space 19.1%, 3D 3.5%
- #20 Helium Rain
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 324 reviews2018
Dev: Deimos Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 36.8% ★, Space 28.3%, Strategy 14.9%, Trading 12.7% ★, Simulation 5%
- #21 Space Reign
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 377 reviews2026
Dev: Propulsive Games
Windows
An indie space-sim and strategy game featuring ship and fleet combat mixed with RTS elements. Complete contracts and Claim sectors for your faction in the near-future, where resource exploiting corporations are in a state of constant conflict over territory control.
Why similar: Space Sim 25.1% ★, Real Time Tactics 21.9%, Space 18.1%, RTS 14.7%, Strategy 8.8%
- #22 The Cosmogenesis Project: Corruption
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BitDriven
Windows
Pilot your ship across a procedurally generated star map as corruption spreads inward. Each sector holds a stabiliser; protect it from raiders and pump energy into its shields. Jump between nodes, prioritise threats, and manage energy. Hold the line until time runs out, or be consumed by corruption.
Why similar: Space Sim 33.1% ★, Space 30.2%, Strategy 22.4%, Sci-fi 4.6%, 3D 3.8%
- #23 Star Command Galaxies
81% matchMixed43% of 508 reviews2024
Dev: Warballoon
Windows · Mac
Take command in the ultimate starship simulator: Star Command Galaxies. Become a Captain, recruit your crew, customize and upgrade your starship, battle alien vessels, teleport to away missions and repel boarding invaders in this real-time strategy simulation adventure from indie studio Warballoon.
Why similar: Space Sim 21.6% ★, RTS 20.8%, Real Time Tactics 20.3%, Space 13.7%, Strategy 10.9%
- #24 Haegemonia: Legions of Iron
82% matchMixed68% of 101 reviews2014
Dev: Digital RealityPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 27%
From the makers of the award-winning Imperium Galactica 1 and 2 games, discover a powerful space-opera like RTS game.
Why similar: Space 33.9%, RTS 30.3%, Strategy 28.9%, Sci-fi 4.2%, Action 2.7%
- #25 X3: Terran Conflict
81% matchVery Positive85% of 2,841 reviews2008
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
It is the year 2938. The long wished-for encounter of the X Universe and the Earth holds both joy and sorrow for the people. Despite flourishing trade, the clash of the diverse races, cultures and life forms creates new tensions, mistrust and open conflict that need to be overcome!
Why similar: Space 38%, Space Sim 20.5% ★, Trading 18.6% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Sci-fi 5.6%
- #26 Trade Anchor
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lemuria
Windows · Mac · Linux
Amidst powerful alien empires, you are among the first humans in this corner of the procedurally generated galaxy. Trade and explore. With no combat, your success hinges on mastering complex alien economies and navigating intricate politics. Can you carve out a place for humanity in the cosmos?
Why similar: Trading 31% ★, Space 13.8%, Strategy 11.8%, RTS 10.1%, Space Sim 9.8% ★
- #27 Commanders of the Void
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Apina Labs
Windows
Design your own spaceships and assemble a fleet to fight in epic PvP battles. Ships are fully destructible and manned by persistent crew members including yourself. Ranked/casual matchmaking, PvE for practice. Show your creativity, strategy and tactics to defeat enemy Admiral!
Why similar: Space Sim 25% ★, Real Time Tactics 22.7%, RTS 22.5%, Strategy 18.9%, Futuristic 4.9%
- #28 Expansion VR
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: Plazma Studio
Windows
Expansion is a sci-fi Action RTS where deck-building strategy meets fast-paced VR duels — battle AI or challenge real players.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 25.3%, RTS 23.1%, Strategy 15.9%, Space 15.7%, Sci-fi 5%
- #29 Galaxy Reavers
79% matchMixed70% of 204 reviews2016
Dev: Good Games
Windows
This is a fun yet challenging RTS game. To survive in the vast galaxy, you need to build up your own fleet and customize your warships. You will also learn to control them efficiently in battle to defeat your enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire!
Why similar: Space 35.1%, RTS 29%, Strategy 29%, Sci-fi 7%
- #30 X3: Reunion
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 725 reviews2006
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 41%
X3: Reunion continues the epic space saga, blending deep space trading and intense real-time combat. Explore a vast universe, establish your empire, and shape the new frontier. With enhanced graphics and intricate economies, it's a journey of strategy, simulation, and interstellar intrigue.
Why similar: Space 34.5%, Space Sim 26.4% ★, Strategy 14.1%, Trading 12.7% ★, Sci-fi 6%
- #31 Conflict 3048
77% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Matt Lloyd
Windows
Real-time strategy and tactics on an alien world! Command super space soldiers against an array of alien hordes. Commander - we need you!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 31.2%, RTS 30.2%, Strategy 27.8%, Sci-fi 6.8%, Combat 3.3%
- #32 Don't Lose Your Ship
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stonecrop ResearchPub: Stonecrop Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Step aboard your starship and prepare for an intergalactic showdown in Don’t Lose Your Ship, a fast-paced, team-based 2D multiplayer game that combines strategy, coordination, and chaos. This game pits two teams against each other in a battle for supremacy on a grid-based map.
Why similar: Space Sim 29.9% ★, Real Time Tactics 26.8%, Strategy 22.4%, Space 14%, Action 4.4%
- #33 Psi 5 Trading Company
76% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Accolade, Inc.Pub: Ziggurat
Windows
Captain a space freighter on its perilous voyage to deliver vital supplies to the Parvin Frontier! Select your crew, then lead and command their efforts to manage the ship's navigation, engineering, weapons, and more on the fly as crises and obstacles arise in real time.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.8% ★, Space 23%, Management 11.6%, Aliens 10.1%, Strategy 6.5%
- #34 TerraCube
76% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Inkspire Studios
Windows
Race against the clock to terraform cube-shaped planets and tackle over 20 unique minigames, each offering a different challenge to test your skills and strategy. Earn trophies in quick, time-paced games, and use them wisely to buy new lands and tackle even more goals.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 32.3%, Space 21.8%, Strategy 16.8%, RTS 16.4%, Sci-fi 7.3%
- #35 缄默星空 Silent Space
75% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Jachun Digital
Windows
你还在怀念儿时第一次看宇宙骑士、太空堡垒时那种热血沸腾的感受吗?《缄默星空》是一款画面怀旧,玩法创新的星战RPG冒险游戏。多线叙事,多种结局,驾驶你的飞船,重温儿时的感动吧。
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 28.8%, Space Sim 25.8% ★, Space 15.3%, Strategy 15.1%, RTS 7.6%
- #36 Fantasy Royal VR
75% matchMixed52% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: JH Soft Co., Ltd.
Windows
"Fantasy Royal VR" is a VR strategy battle game played in a sci-fi world. Make one's mark in the world through future virtual strategic sports. Only those who can control various battlefields and unique units can become true champions.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 31.8%, RTS 31.6%, Strategy 28.2%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #37 Edge Of Extinction
74% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Azulon StudiosPub: Nelson R Lunshof
Windows
Edge of Extinction is a real-time strategy game focused on tactical unit control, faction identity, and large-scale conflict. Command armies across unstable voxel-based terrain, deploy formations, manage resources, and fight for survival as six rival factions are forced into war. Wishlist now!
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 28.4%, RTS 25.6%, Strategy 15.2%, Aliens 11.6%, Space 10.7%
- #38 Space Alliance: Frontier
73% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Black Lime Studio
Windows
Get ready to protect the entire solar system from an unprecedented threat - the D'Ahari, a race of insect-like aliens. Control an entire fleet of spaceships, trade with other races of an Alliance, and develop your own space station.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 22.2%, RTS 19.6%, Space 18.8%, Strategy 11.4%, Aliens 8.9%
- #39 Exodus
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DamageLine Studios
Windows
Exodus, a realtime strategy PC game featuring stunning photorealistic graphics, oldschool RTS gameplay mechanics mixed with our own fresh ideas and a thrilling horror infused story about a dystopian alternative timeline of human history.
Why similar: RTS 28.2%, Real Time Tactics 28.1%, Strategy 23.9%, Management 7.7%, Futuristic 5.9%
- #40 Aliens: Dark Descent
71% matchVery Positive88% of 17,771 reviews2023
Dev: Tindalos InteractivePub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Drop into the gripping journey of Aliens: Dark Descent, a squad-based, single-player action game in the iconic Alien franchise. Lead your soldiers in real-time to stop a new and terrifying kind of Xenomorph outbreak on Planet Lethe.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 25%, RTS 23.6%, Strategy 18.4%, Space 11.6%, Aliens 8.4%
- #41 Haegemonia: The Solon Heritage
74% matchMixed68% of 125 reviews2014
Dev: Digital RealityPub: Microids
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 27.4 hrs≥1hr: 32%
A stand-alone expansion pack to Legions of Iron, discover new innovations and even more stunning visuals that launch the Haegemonia experience into light speed.
Why similar: Strategy 36.4%, Space 32.9%, RTS 26.7%, Action 4%
- #42 Interstellar Transport Company
73% matchMixed67% of 408 reviews2019
Dev: MT Worlds
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Build a galactic transportation empire and supply humanity with everything it needs to colonize the stars. In this sci-fi logistics simulator, grow your company from a local transport agency into an interstellar logistics behemoth! Singleplayer, vs AI, and online multiplayer.
Why similar: Space 31.5%, Trading 25.6% ★, Space Sim 12.7% ★, Management 11%, Strategy 10.2%
- #43 NODEMIND - Dynamic Core
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dezibel Games
Windows
Build and evolve a dynamic computing network. Manage resources and automate complex systems in a strategic sandbox where every connection shapes the outcome.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 32.1%, RTS 30.4%, Strategy 28.9%, Futuristic 8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #44 Mercenary Tactics
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Team Hobby
Windows
Command a squad of mercenaries to battle monstrous foes across five stages. Start small, strategically deploy and upgrade your team using earned resources. Build an unstoppable force and prove your tactical skills by surviving the onslaught and securing victory.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 30.4%, RTS 29%, Strategy 27.2%, Simulation 8.9%, 3D 3.8%
- #45 It's Not A Moon
71% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Hyeson
Windows
Manage a space station, flying through a procedually generated universe, fight, build and survive in the coldness of space.
Why similar: Strategy 21.1%, Space 14.9%, Space Sim 14.4% ★, Real Time Tactics 14%, RTS 13.4%
- #46 Heroes of the Galaxy
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shaggy Dwarf
Windows
Space adventure with open world, FPS shooter and a lot of missions. Choose your own carrier. Are you a space pirate or a brave space ranger? Choose your destiny. The galaxy needs you, commander! Openworld game with multiple worlds to explore.
Why similar: Space 18.3%, Space Sim 16.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 14.3%, RTS 12.8%, Strategy 12.5%
- #47 Perimeter: Emperor's Testament
71% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2014
Dev: K-D LabPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 25.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
The game expands the story of the original Perimeter in a vast singleplayer campaign.
Why similar: Strategy 50.9%, Space 25.8%, RTS 23.3%
- #48 Space Flowers
70% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Sssjim7
Windows
Space Flowers is an intra-galactic tradewars game. Buy and sell flowers as you upgrade your spaceship and explore the galaxy, locating lost family members along the way. Fight off an evil extra-galactic empire when you are ready. Great fun for all ages!
Why similar: Strategy 64.9%, Space 35.1%
- #49 Shallow Space
70% matchMostly Negative25% of 231 reviews2015
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Construct your Taskforce and lead your forces to domination in the ultimate Fleet Warfare RTS!
Why similar: Space 34.2%, Strategy 26.2%, RTS 26.1%, Simulation 6.2%, Sci-fi 5%
- #50 Celestial Conquest
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Piebox
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blast off in this retro-style space shooter! Conquer planets, outwit AI enemies, and survive the dangers of deep space in fast-paced, nostalgic pixel action.
Why similar: RTS 27.7%, Real Time Tactics 27.2%, Strategy 25%, Space 13%, Sci-fi 4.4%
- #51 RogueCraft Squadron
69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Missing Sentinel Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
RogueCraft Squadron is a fast paced real-time strategy space adventure with roguelike elements. Play as a squadron commander fighting against a hostile alien race; collecting resources, researching new ships and building an armada as you fight to survive against overwhelming odds.
Why similar: Strategy 31.9%, RTS 31.3%, Space 28.1%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #52 SALVO
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rice Golem Productions
Windows
Experience cinematic space warfare in SALVO, an action packed real-time tactical combat simulator. Command your flagship and engage in intense battles in a war-torn solar system. Play a story-driven campaign, or forge your own destiny across the dangerous frontiers.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 24.7%, Strategy 19.6%, Space 17.5%, Space Sim 14.4% ★, RTS 14%
- #53 混乱纷争
67% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: GTRLD
Windows
《混乱纷争》是一款类RTS 游戏但不需要时刻专注资源管理,节奏快,操作简单。选择你喜欢的种族和其他三名玩家进行战斗,升级你的士兵们,然后欣赏他们和对手战斗的场景,来一盘简单又轻松的战斗吧。
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 32.6%, RTS 30.8%, Strategy 28.7%, 3D 4.2%, Combat 3.2%
- #54 Space Base Defense
67% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Morgenmiddag
Windows · Mac
A strategic and action-packed base survival game where you mine crystals, build units, and defend your base against waves of UFOs. Defeat enemies, gather resources, and unlock new planets to expand your defenses. Are you ready to conquer the galaxy?
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 23.8%, RTS 22.3%, Space 15.5%, Strategy 12.9%, Management 8.6%
- #55 Missile Wars
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Rogue NPCs LLP
Windows
Destroy or be destroyed. Missile Wars is a high-pressure arms race where players must defend their asteroid from enemy missile strikes while investing in crucial tech upgrades to gain the upper hand.
Why similar: Space Sim 28.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 25.8%, Strategy 20.7%, Space 13.2%, Sci-fi 4.4%
- #56 Expedition: Shadow World
66% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Pavel Tanonov
Windows
Expedition: Shadow World is a tactical game about an expedition sent to a distant planet to extract energy resources. Command a group of five troopers in real-time battles with a tactical pause and discover the mystery of the planet.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 25%, RTS 22%, Space 15.3%, Strategy 13.4%, Aliens 8.8%
- #57 In memory of TITAN
69% matchMostly Negative32% of 38 reviews2018
Dev: Valhalla Universe, Inc.Pub: XR Studio LLC
Windows
IMOT is a Roguelite, Tactical, Turn-Based, Real-time Strategy Action Packed Space Opera. Battle your way across the solar system, customize your fleet to master your enemies and fight for the survival of the human race... There is no quarter, no port to hide, only the cold emptiness of space...
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 23%, Space Sim 20.8% ★, RTS 19.6%, Space 17.9%, Strategy 8.8%
- #58 Space Manager
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Trophy Games
Windows
Build, launch and manage realistic space missions across our solar system, placing satellites and telescopes in precise orbits. Explore planets, collect valuable scientific data and sell your findings to expand your rising aerospace empire.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.2% ★, Strategy 16.6%, RTS 16.4%, Space 16.2%, Management 12%
- #59 X-COM: Interceptor
69% matchMixed56% of 219 reviews2008
Dev: MicroProse Software, IncPub: 2K
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 22%
They're back...only this time the heinous aliens are out to destroy Earth and rule the new frontier. As X-COM commander, it's your sole duty to protect humanity and the prized mining operations in outer space.
Why similar: Strategy 37%, Space 26.9%, Space Sim 25% ★, Sci-fi 10.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #60 Dust Fleet
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Orbiting DiscoPub: indie.io
Windows
Assume command of a battle fleet and deploy immediately to the Dust Zone, commander. Our main food supply station has gone dark and the United Earth Nations (UEN) needs to know why in this 4X RTS space sim. Manage your ships, control space stations, and watch your back.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 24.5%, Space Sim 21.8% ★, Space 20.4%, Strategy 13.4%, RTS 7.4%