Games Like Star Boss

This is a 2D side-scrolling sandbox survival game built on pure procedural generation and mining. There is no map and no hand-holding. Just your rocket, your drill, and an infinite universe. Mine resources, craft gear, and build bases while facing endless roguelike survival challenges.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.4%, Aliens 14%, Mining 9% ★, Space 8.9%, Robots 8.8%

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 39.2%, Space 17.6%, Word Game 16.7%, Futuristic 12.4%, Exploration 8.2%

In celebration of the 25 yr anniversary of the first release, this compendium contains all 4 games in the Battlecruiser 3000AD series which was first released in 1996.

Why similar: Space Sim 32%, Aliens 12.3%, Space 11.4%, Futuristic 10.7%, Immersive Sim 10.1%

Star Squadron is a narrative-driven space combat simulator built for maximum immersion. Command your wing with freeform voice recognition and experience a dynamic campaign that calls you by name using our proprietary Voice Mimic System. Don't just play the game—live it.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.9%, Aliens 18.4%, Immersive Sim 13.5%, Space 13.1%, Futuristic 8.3%

Embark on an epic space adventure in AstroMiner, where you must build a base, overcome challenges, and construct a space ship to return home from the asteroid belt.

Why similar: Space Sim 27.1%, Mining 17.1% ★, Aliens 13.1%, Space 12.2%, Robots 10.5%

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 42.1%, Aliens 18.5%, Space 15.4%, Simulation 10.7%, Futuristic 6.4%

Deep Space Exodus is a sci-fi narrative simulation with multiple endings. You manage The Noah, an immigrant starship searching for a new home. Face unprecedented cosmic events, allocate energy, supplies, and population, and decide the fate of an entire civilization.

Why similar: Space Sim 30.3%, Word Game 26.8%, Simulation 10.5%, Immersive Sim 10.2%, Space 6.8%

Interstellar Rift is an open world starship simulator with an emphasis on ship construction and multi-player interaction. Survive in a hostile galaxy with your own custom designed and constructed starship. Invite other players to join your crew or fight them across the galaxy!

Why similar: Space Sim 28.7%, Mining 16.1% ★, Aliens 12.4%, Building 10.6%, Space 9.6%

Fuel and fix ships as fast as you can in this Simulation Time Management game.

Why similar: Space Sim 35.8%, Time Management 25.9%, Space 16%, Simulation 14.4%, Futuristic 4.8%

A futuristic sci-fi persistent universe exploration game with one million stars and 18 million planets and moons. Fly your ship to any star and explore its solar system. Claiming stars, planets and moons will make them yours forever - other players will see your discoveries and you will see theirs.

Why similar: Space Sim 45.7%, Simulation 16.2%, Futuristic 10.8%, Space 10.1%, Exploration 9.3%

Prepare for your unexpected enrollment into the Startenders Academy. Your goal is to create bizarre beverages for colourful customers in the hope that no one notices you haven’t the slightest clue what’s going on.

Why similar: Space Sim 33.4%, Time Management 19.9%, Aliens 15.1%, Simulation 9.7%, Futuristic 8.7%

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 40.3%, Immersive Sim 15.4%, Simulation 13.8%, Space 9.4%, Exploration 8.2%

Stacks:Space is a space-themed base builder card game with rogue-like elements. Buy booster packs to get new cards, discover craft recipes by stacking cards together, create structures, manufacture drones and droids, defend your base from enemies, visit distant planets, and more!

Why similar: Space Sim 29.9%, Aliens 15%, Space 10.7%, Building 10.4%, Robots 10.3%

Startron is an ASCII-based space colony sim where you can mine, harvest, build and automate your way across a procedurally generated cosmos. Lead a crew of sentient cats (or dogs) as they take their first steps out and discover the mysteries of the cosmos.

Why similar: Space Sim 23.8%, Mining 16.1% ★, Space 11.4%, Aliens 10.4%, Building 9.9%

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 42.1%, Simulation 16.4%, Space 12%, Building 10.2%, Exploration 8.5%

Astero Inc. is a space mining simulation game where players will travel to a dystopian future in a tense competition for asteroid mining rights throughout the universe. Take on the role of a small business owner in an all-out fight against the mighty Black Corp.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.4%, Time Management 17.2%, Space 11.8%, Immersive Sim 9.8%, Futuristic 9.8%

Explore a unique, procedurally generated galaxy filled with alien artifacts and resources to extract and exploit. Mine asteroids, harvest nebula, pilot unique ships and find new and strange things in the void between stars as you struggle to survive long enough to find another home.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.3%, Aliens 17.7%, Building 10.2%, Futuristic 9.6%, Space 9%

A single-player 2D top-down pixel game with space physics. Mine asteroids in the middle of an asteroid field using manual controls or by directing mining drones. Protect the outpost, buy from trading ships, mine as much ore as you can and survive as long as possible! Do you have what it takes?

Why similar: Space Sim 27%, Mining 21.2% ★, Space 13.5%, Immersive Sim 9.8%, Futuristic 7.9%

A fast paced cooperative game where hippos run a growing space depot. Race against the clock to Scan, inspect, and ship the right materials using drones. Try to keep up. Other hipponauts such as yourself are relying on you.

Why similar: Space Sim 37.6%, Time Management 20.3%, Space 16.7%, Simulation 13.8%, Robots 8.6%

A space-themed incremental game where you manage planets and resources in a quest to dominate the universe with buildings and megastructures.

Why similar: Space Sim 33.5%, Mining 18.2% ★, Space 9.5%, Futuristic 9.3%, Base Building 8.1%

A first person building game where every problem is solved with pipes.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.7%, Immersive Sim 13.1%, Simulation 10.8%, Building 9.4%, Futuristic 8.5%

First person single player 3D Sci-Fi adventure in space

Why similar: Space Sim 37.4%, Immersive Sim 18.3%, Exploration 10.4%, Text-Based 9.5%, Space 7.9%

Fairspace is an amateur developed open-ended space exploration, trading and combat game. A full and rich persistent universe awaits your discovery.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.4%, Mining 17.2% ★, Aliens 12.2%, Space 11.7%, Simulation 7.6%

Enter an infinite‑loop laboratory and retrieve uncontaminated extraterrestrial samples, and ultimately achieve your mission objectives.

Why similar: Space Sim 30.2%, Immersive Sim 17.9%, Aliens 13.5%, Space 9.8%, Exploration 8.2%

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 37.2%, Space 14.2%, Immersive Sim 13.3%, Futuristic 9.8%, Simulation 7.9%

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 28.3%, Mining 18.5% ★, Space 12.1%, Building 10.7%, Base Building 7.3%

A casual space simulation game where you perform orbital manoeuvres on satellites to change their orbit and complete missions.

Why similar: Space Sim 45.5%, Simulation 18.4%, Space 15.6%, Futuristic 9.3%, Sci-fi 6.3%

The Final Earth 2 is a vertical sci-fi city builder. Earth is unlivable, so you decide to create a space colony. Gather resources, then build and research your way to a better future! Grow your city from an exploration ship to a huge metropolis, full of advanced technology. What will you build?

Why similar: Space Sim 25.3%, Space 12.6%, Moddable 12.4% ★, Building 11.1%, Time Management 9.8%

As an Emergency Pod Management Bot, it is your job to keep your crew alive and asleep in the case of an emergency.

Why similar: Time Management 35%, Space Sim 19.8%, Space 11.1%, Futuristic 11%, Simulation 10.1%

A game about an alien that has to abduct things to pay rent!

Why similar: Space Sim 38%, Aliens 29.7%, Simulation 14.3%, Space 11.1%, Sci-fi 6.9%

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 32.2%, Space 13.1%, Aliens 12%, Building 11.5%, Simulation 8%

You are the Sheriff and you are going to kick some ass to protect the city. Find your right gun if you want stay alive. An Isometric shooter game with narrative story and quests. (Trailer Song: Smoke Rising-CreatorMix.com)

Why similar: Word Game 23.7%, Aliens 17.7%, Robots 14%, Immersive Sim 13.6%, Space 12.1%

Challenging space-colony sim. Guide generations of colonists, raise and educate them, manage resources, and ensure food supply. Maintain a breathable atmosphere, tackle pollution, and refine materials to build essential structures. Terraform planet and build ecosystem to make it your new home.

Why similar: Space Sim 23.4%, Mining 17.7% ★, Immersive Sim 12.3%, Space 10.1%, Building 9.6%

Android Simulator is a futuristic FPS game in which you take the role of an android who is in charge of a spaceship colony. Keep a firm hand on the flight route and manage the right water balance for plants, oxygen level, and spacecraft parameters to securely deliver the colonizers.

Why similar: Space Sim 35.2%, Futuristic 12.7%, Space 12.1%, Aliens 10.9%, Base Building 8.4%

A small game about running a floating pizzeria in deep space. Serve customers, earn credits, and upgrade your equipment—nothing more, nothing less.

Why similar: Space Sim 32.3%, Simulation 17.6%, Immersive Sim 13.1%, Aliens 12.8%, Building 10.6%

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.

Why similar: Space Sim 65%, Simulation 20.1%, Space 14.8%

Future Fab Hero, your mission begins now! Team up with your robot companion, CHIP-E, to complete hands-on technology and manufacturing simulations, earn rewards, unlock upgrades, and defend the Mars Innovation Zone from alien threats in a unique educational adventure.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.2%, Simulation 14.7%, Space 12.2%, Futuristic 11.7%, Aliens 10.7%

A real-time open-world space exploration game. Your ship and crew lost in a sector in chaos. Befriend the local residents. Explore, scavenge, research, craft, upgrade. Take command of your ship and crew, survive, solve the mystery of the dark sectors and get your crew home.

Why similar: Space Sim 28%, Space 16.3%, Aliens 10.8%, Moddable 10% ★, Sci-fi 9.2%

Welcome to your new career as a gas station attendant in the deepest, darkest corner of space! Serve adorable ships, count your cash, and expand your diesel empire. It's a simple, satisfying job. Just... ignore the whispers in the vents. Everything is fine. Probably.

Why similar: Space Sim 46.5%, Immersive Sim 19%, Simulation 16.2%, Space 11.8%, Sci-fi 6.5%

Inherit a derelict space station on the edge of the galaxy and breathe new life into it. As the ultimate space mechanic, you will repair diverse spaceships, trade with pilots, and expand your services. Start with a single rusty dock and build the most bustling service hub in the sector!

Why similar: Space Sim 41.1%, Futuristic 10.7%, Simulation 10.2%, Time Management 8.3%, Aliens 6.8%

In year 2057, Earth received a large number of mysterious symbols from space. Who are they? Where are they from? And more importantly, what are they talking about?

Why similar: Aliens 23.8%, Space Sim 19.4%, Word Game 17.4%, Space 12.8%, Text-Based 12.2%

Build your spaceship, manage your crew, and explore the cosmos whilst trying to keep your crew alive and your ship fully functioning. This challenging survival colony sim features deep simulated ship systems and a whole universe to explore.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.9%, Moddable 13.8% ★, Aliens 13.3%, Space 10.6%, Building 10%

Boötes is a Space Sim where you get to jump on astroids. Collect Crystals, Unlock New Abilities, Find Secrets to Unlock New Suits, and Much More. You are all alone in The Boötes Void where you find mysterious crystals that can help fuel your space shuttle so you can visit the Cold Dark.

Why similar: Space Sim 52.8%, Futuristic 13.9%, Immersive Sim 12.5%, Simulation 11.4%, Exploration 9.4%

Titan: The Ascension is a colony management strategy game on Saturn’s moon Titan. Build and expand an off-world industrial colony, extract ice to produce water for Earth, trade resources, and defend against ancient automated systems that react to technology growth. Will you prevail?

Why similar: Space Sim 26.3%, Space 15.1%, Robots 11.2%, Aliens 10.2%, Futuristic 8.6%

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.

Why similar: Space Sim 57.3%, Simulation 22.3%, Space 20.4%

First person space combat and exploration in an open world in a variety of star systems. Pilot ships, fight, run missions and trade.

Why similar: Space Sim 33.8%, Immersive Sim 14.1%, Space 11.7%, Robots 10%, Futuristic 7.9%

Build and automate your own industrial space empire. Mine asteroids, manage logistics, expand production lines with drones and conveyors, explore new sectors through wormholes, and grow your mining operation across the galaxy.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.1%, Mining 18.6% ★, Space 15.2%, Time Management 9.5%, Building 8.7%

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 37.8%, Space 27%, Mining 19% ★, Simulation 11.2%, Sci-fi 5%

Build your space station, design your own ships, and explore relaxed sci-fi sectors in Astrosphere. Gather resources, research new technologies, and shape your journey through the cosmos at your own pace.

Why similar: Space Sim 34.4%, Building 12.5%, Space 12.4%, Base Building 8.9%, Exploration 8%

Your computer has accidentally connected to the communication channel of an astronaut whose oxygen is running out—an astronaut stranded in space with only three hours left.

Why similar: Space Sim 28.8%, Word Game 25.5%, Space 17.1%, Time Management 12.9%, Simulation 11.7%

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 39.9%, Building 16.2%, Simulation 13.6%, Space 10.7%, Immersive Sim 10%

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 28.2%, Mining 26.2% ★, Base Building 10.7%, Simulation 10.6%, Building 7.9%

Exovia is a physics-based mining and automation sandbox in space. Survey asteroids, engineer zero-G logistics without conveyor belts, and design complex Newtonian factories. Turn floating chaos into perfect order and experience true inner peace as you solve one satisfying problem and then the next.

Why similar: Space Sim 27.8%, Mining 17.7% ★, Space 9.7%, Building 9.5%, Futuristic 8%

Rebots is a first-person automation game with an expansive universe to explore. Using intelligent(ish) rebots, you can gather resources, terraform planets, and scan all of the things. Traverse the galaxy in the name of space capitalism!

Why similar: Space Sim 27.5%, Aliens 16.7%, Robots 13.9%, Space 12.5%, Building 8.7%

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 43%, Space 19.2%, Simulation 16.4%, Building 10.7%, Exploration 6.6%

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 52.9%, Simulation 19.9%, Space 16.6%, Exploration 10.6%

A Co-op spaceship bridge simulator where you form a crew of 3 to 6 players serving in various roles like Captain, Helms, Relay, Weapons and Science officer. It's designed to run on almost any system and to be highly customizable due to it's extensive GM screen and powerful scripting capabilities.

Why similar: Space Sim 37.5%, Moddable 15.6% ★, Space 11.4%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Simulation 9.1%

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 23.6%, Space 16.5%, Futuristic 12.8%, Building 11.3%, Immersive Sim 10.2%

本游戏为太空模拟经营游戏,您需要通过调节各资源产量的平衡以建设您在行星上的基地,用富余的物资组织对遗迹的探险,调查这里发生了什么,并一步一步发现地球的真相

Why similar: Space Sim 25%, Word Game 20.7%, Space 16.3%, Futuristic 13.8%, Base Building 10.7%

Design your own spacecraft with captured components in an unknown galaxy to defeat strange space creatures and finally escape from the galaxy.

Why similar: Space Sim 46.1%, Moddable 20.1% ★, Building 14.7%, Simulation 11%, Space 6%