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  1. #1 Star Control®: Origins
    97% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,670 reviews2018
    Dev: Stardock Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Star Control is a space role-playing game in which you command Earth's first interstellar starship on a mission to save the Earth from hostile alien empires.

    Why similar: Aliens 13.7%, Third Person 13.1%, Funny 12.4%, Space 12.1%, Shooter 11.8%

  2. #2 Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters
    96% 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 24.1%, PvP 14.5%, PvE 13.3%, Funny 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%

  3. #3 Starcom: Unknown Space
    95% 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: Top-Down Shooter 23.5%, Space 23%, Aliens 10.8%, Exploration 9.1%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  4. #4 Space Quest™ Collection
    96% matchVery Positive85% of 407 reviews2009
    Dev: SierraPub: Activision
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Experience a blast from the past with the complete, completely twisted Space Quest Collection.

    Why similar: Space 35.7%, Retro 26.5%, Adventure 19.2%, Futuristic 18.6%

  5. #5 Chicken Invaders Universe
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 3,731 reviews2022
    Dev: InterAction studios
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.8%, Space 18%, Shooter 15.7%, Aliens 9.6%, Futuristic 8.9%

  6. #6 3030 Deathwar Redux - A Space Odyssey
    94% 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 37.4%, Sci-fi 16%, Exploration 10.4%, Story Rich 8.7%, Adventure 8.2%

  7. #7 Starcom: Nexus
    92% 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 43.2%, Sci-fi 17.8%, Exploration 13.5%, Building 9.5%, Action 5.7%

  8. #8 VoidExpanse
    93% 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 66.2%, Sci-fi 24.6%, Action 9.2%

  9. #9 Space Rangers HD: A War Apart
    91% 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 72.1%, Sci-fi 16%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 4.6%

  10. #10 Silent Sector
    90% matchVery Positive86% of 145 reviews2021
    Dev: Rake in Grass
    Windows

    Oldschool action open-world sci-fi with a unique storyline, frenetic battles, crude humor, loose morals and cows.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.7%, Space 21.3%, Aliens 21.3%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Exploration 8.2%

  11. #11 Interstellaria
    91% matchMixed56% of 409 reviews2015
    Dev: Coldrice Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Managing a fleet across a dangerous galaxy. Every star and planet holds untold riches and dangers. Each encounter will require skills in trading, diplomacy, and combat. Allocate power to engines, charge all weapons, and take on the worst the galaxy has to handle.

    Why similar: Space 26.2%, Management 18.2%, Sci-fi 14.8%, Funny 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%

  12. #12 Rebel Galaxy
    89% 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 57.4%, Sci-fi 20%, Third Person 6.8%, Exploration 5%, Adventure 4.4%

  13. #13 Astro Duel 2
    88% matchVery Positive97% of 64 reviews2024
    Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Wild Rooster
    Windows · Mac

    Astro Duel 2 is a sci-fi combat game combining top-down space dog fights with up-close platforming action. Whether versus or co-op, battle through space and on foot at the same time! Strike within the fully-destructible arenas or just nuke ‘em from orbit.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.3%, Vehicular Combat 19.6%, PvP 15.6%, Funny 11.1%, Shooter 11%

  14. #14 Flotilla
    89% matchVery Positive82% of 239 reviews2010
    Dev: Blendo Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 18 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Lead your orbital battleships to victory in Flotilla! Fight, trade, and explore new planets in your journey through the galaxy. Featuring tactically rich 3D combat, flank and surprise the enemy from any direction. When the dust settles, generate another randomized universe for a brand new adventure!

    Why similar: Space 18.4%, Funny 17.1%, PvP 17%, Sci-fi 15.8%, Exploration 13.4%

  15. #15 Star Command Galaxies
    87% 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 24.4%, Sci-fi 19.1%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Story Rich 12.8%

  16. #16 EVERSPACE™ 2
    84% 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 18.7%, Shooter 15.4%, PvE 14.3%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Third Person 10.1%

  17. #17 Subdivision Infinity DX
    86% 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 33.4%, Sci-fi 18.4%, Shooter 16%, Exploration 12.1%, Action 11.4%

  18. #18 Sector Space
    82% 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: Building 20.9%, Exploration 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Space 15%, Retro 9.5%

  19. #19 Star Singularity
    85% 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: Top-Down Shooter 28.1%, Space 24.7%, Sci-fi 14.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Futuristic 7%

  20. #20 Scrapland Remastered
    84% matchVery Positive92% of 112 reviews2021
    Dev: MercurySteamPub: Mercury Steam Entertainment s.l.
    Windows

    The cult game that marked MercurySteam's origins returns; a sci-fi adventure with memorable characters, powerful ships and humor! Enjoy intense Multiplayer battles and races with ships you build.

    Why similar: Vehicular Combat 26.4%, PvP 12.5%, Space 11.4%, Third Person 10%, Futuristic 9.8%

  21. #21 Cosmonautica
    86% matchMixed48% of 1,184 reviews2015
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Cosmonautica is a fresh take on space trading in a procedurally generated universe, paired with quirky humor for your intergalactic enjoyment.

    Why similar: Space 29.9%, Management 21.3%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Funny 16%, Exploration 11.8%

  22. #22 SPORE™ Galactic Adventures
    83% matchVery Positive89% of 7,556 reviews2009
    Dev: EA - MaxisPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 36.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Take Your Creature From Zero To Galactic HeroGet out of your starship and turn your Spore creatures into legendary Space Captains. For the first time, beam down with your allies to take on action-packed, planetside adventures. Complete quests, collect rewards, and even create your own missions.

    Why similar: Space 41.5%, Exploration 17.6%, Sci-fi 13.5%, Funny 11%, Action 9.4%

  23. #23 Galaxy Highways
    80% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Nanopike
    Windows · Mac

    An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.3%, Shooter 12.4%, Action-Adventure 12%, Space 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  24. #24 SpaceVenture
    79% matchVery Positive88% of 129 reviews2025
    Dev: Guys from Andromeda
    Windows

    A sci-fi comedy adventure game

    Why similar: Third Person 23.8%, Space 20.1%, Funny 15%, Futuristic 13.4%, Sci-fi 11.4%

  25. #25 Descent
    82% matchVery Positive96% of 471 reviews2014
    Dev: ParallaxPub: Interplay Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Welcome to Descent™ - 27 levels of the most mind-bending, stomach-churning action game ever. Featuring true 3-Dimensional worlds and six degrees of freedom.

    Why similar: Shooter 31%, Space 30.7%, Retro 16.5%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Action 10.6%

  26. #26 Space Quest: 2099
    81% matchVery Positive91% of 150 reviews2022
    Dev: Lever Studios
    Windows

    BLAST YOUR WAY through the UK's forgotten favourite space adventure: Space Quest 2099!Enjoy combat and movement based on the designs of the Quake 3 engine. Go alone or team up and shoot baddies in cooperative episodes with FULL MOTION VIDEO with SPECIAL EFFECTS!

    Why similar: Aliens 28.7%, Shooter 24.8%, Sci-fi 18.8%, Futuristic 17.8%, Action 5.7%

  27. #27 Descent 2
    81% matchVery Positive93% of 163 reviews2014
    Dev: ParallaxPub: Interplay Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    More pulse-pounding 360° action blasting through tunnels with six degrees of freedom.

    Why similar: Shooter 27.7%, Space 23.8%, Sci-fi 17.9%, Retro 16.8%, Action 13.8%

  28. #28 Stellarion
    78% matchVery Positive97% of 76 reviews2025
    Dev: Zana Domán
    Windows

    Upgrade your spaceship and conquer the stars in this thrilling space-mining adventure! Mine asteroids, battle enemies, and trade resources for powerful upgrades to customize your ship. Master the galaxy and embark on the ultimate journey!

    Why similar: Space 22.2%, Exploration 16.8%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Retro 13.8%

  29. #29 Axiom Verge
    79% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24%, Sci-fi 21.2%, Retro 16.4%, Exploration 11%, Action 8.7%

  30. #30 ROLLING STAR
    76% matchVery Positive97% of 199 reviews2025
    Dev: NUL2 STUDIO
    Windows

    Bursting with hilarious dialogue and comical encounters! The second installment of the super-exhilarating Metroidvania series is here!!

    Why similar: Aliens 26.6%, Space 17.1%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Futuristic 11.4%

  31. #31 Chicken Invaders 1
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: InterAction studios
    Windows

    Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 40%, Shooter 25.6%, Space 13.8%, Action 12.6%, Retro 8.1%

  32. #32 Sophstar
    77% 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 28.7%, Aliens 12.7%, Space 12.6%, Shooter 11.3%, Retro 8.3%

  33. #33 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: Space 38.1%, Exploration 31.7%, Sci-fi 23.8%, Adventure 6.4%

  34. #34 Infinite Space III: Sea of Stars
    78% matchMixed69% of 130 reviews2015
    Dev: Digital Eel
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Sea of Stars is a starship roguelike, a sandbox adventure game of interstellar exploration and combat. Travel from star to star, upgrade your ship with new systems and weapons, build up your flotilla with allies and mercenaries, and take on a variety of alien menaces.

    Why similar: Space 67.8%, Adventure 32.2%

  35. #35 Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol
    77% matchMixed64% of 258 reviews2021
    Dev: DotEmuPub: Disney
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 1.6 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    Enjoy 16-bit console gaming with the cult classic Zombies Ate My Neighbors and its sequel, Ghoul Patrol!

    Why similar: Shooter 33.4%, Retro 27.5%, Funny 19.3%, Action 11.2%, Adventure 8.7%

  36. #36 Jett Rider
    74% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2024
    Dev: Last Chicken GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.

    Why similar: Action-Adventure 18.1%, Shooter 16.7%, Exploration 11.5%, Futuristic 11%, Sci-fi 9.7%

  37. #37 ADIOS Amigos: Galactic Explorers
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 120 reviews2018
    Dev: Cosmic Picnic
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Improvise fuel efficient trajectories to keep your rusty ship running. Break into a space station with an asteroid. Tow a sofa into a black hole. Experience the perils and intrigue of space exploration with 1-4 players.

    Why similar: Space 28.2%, Funny 22.3%, Exploration 21.2%, Sci-fi 18.1%, Action 10.2%

  38. #38 Space Commander: War and Trade
    74% matchMixed67% of 688 reviews2020
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    Fight, explore the stars, trade, and lead your fleet across the galaxySpace Commander: War and Trade is an ultimate single player space-sim featuring spectacular graphics, intuitive combat and deep mechanics.

    Why similar: Aliens 24.9%, Space 19.1%, Exploration 15.1%, Futuristic 14.3%, Story Rich 9.5%

  39. #39 This Means Warp
    73% matchMixed69% of 665 reviews2023
    Dev: OutlierPub: Jagex Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    It’s co-op space survival fun, Jim, but not as we know it. This Means Warp is an intense spaceship management roguelite experience for 1-4 players. Explore a procedurally generated universe, upgrade your ship, battle dangerous enemies and adapt your strategies to survive in a hostile galaxy.

    Why similar: Space 44.9%, Sci-fi 24.3%, Funny 22.7%, Action 8.1%

  40. #40 Space Pirates and Zombies
    73% 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 53.1%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Shooter 11.1%, Exploration 8.3%, Action 8.2%

  41. #41 Habroxia 2
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
    Dev: Lillymo Games
    Windows

    Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

    Why similar: Shooter 38.1%, Space 26.3%, Action 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 17%

  42. #42 The Deadly Tower of Monsters
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 1,404 reviews2016
    Dev: ACE TeamPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Fire up your ray guns, crystal swords, and laser whips, and get ready for thrills and chills! With three incredible movie stars playing out decidedly B-level sci-fi exploits, Dick Starspeed, Scarlet Nova, and Robot will have you ready to jump off the side of the tower—right into adventure!

    Why similar: Sci-fi 25.1%, Aliens 23.9%, Funny 18%, Action 13.6%, Adventure 10.4%

  43. #43 Cave Story+
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 7,930 reviews2011
    Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24.3%, Retro 19.1%, Exploration 12.3%, Shooter 11.1%, Action 10.7%

  44. #44 Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 767 reviews2020
    Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Retroware
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Control "The Nerd" in a retro-inspired action platformer! It's two games in one, remixed and rebalanced to bring you the ultimate experience of Nerd Rage. Featuring stylized pixel art inspired by classic games, a highly energetic soundtrack, and challenging levels -- plus a special NEW chapter!

    Why similar: Funny 34%, Retro 23.6%, Pixel Graphics 20.1%, Action 12.4%, Adventure 9.9%

  45. #45 Legends of the Universe - StarCore
    72% 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: Space 22.3%, Action-Adventure 21.8%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Action 11.1%

  46. #46 Arcade Moonlander
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 1,202 reviews2017
    Dev: Daniel Paul GriffinPub: Back Of Nowhere Studios
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    Explore space and race against the clock in this retro styled adventure game.

    Why similar: Space 23.6%, Exploration 15.6%, Sci-fi 14.6%, Futuristic 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%

  47. #47 Pixel Starships
    68% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,914 reviews2023
    Dev: SavySoda
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Pixel Starships is an FTL-style online sci-fi strategy builder and management game with a competitive PVP tournament. Set in the retro galaxy, your role is to explore space, meet aliens, and develop your ship, crew and AI. The game contains deep strategic and 4x elements. PSS is community-driven.

    Why similar: Space 28.2%, Aliens 20.7%, Building 20%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%

  48. #48 Transcendence
    71% 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 30.3%, Top-Down Shooter 27.4%, Sci-fi 14%, Exploration 13.6%, Story Rich 10.2%

  49. #49 Starblast
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 1,077 reviews2017
    Dev: Neuronality
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Fun, fast paced online multiplayer arcade space shooter. Take control of your spaceship, mine asteroids, increase your stats, upgrade to different types of spaceships with improved stats and weapons. Fight against other players and collect their gems.

    Why similar: Space 64.6%, Shooter 20.3%, Action 15.1%

  50. #50 It's time to get out from the solar system
    71% 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 29%, Space 15.2%, Shooter 12.3%, Management 10.8%, Sci-fi 10.6%

  51. #51 Star Valor
    66% 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: Top-Down Shooter 31.1%, Space 29.3%, Aliens 13%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Exploration 10.4%

  52. #52 Cosmoteer: Starship Architect & Commander
    64% matchVery Positive95% of 12,431 reviews2022
    Dev: Walternate Realities
    Windows
    Median: 19.3 hrsMean: 40.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Design and simulate the starships of your dreams! Command your ship or fleet in epic battles and manage your crew while exploring a dangerous galaxy. Play alone or with friends, test your ships in online PvP, and let your imagination reach for the stars!

    Why similar: Space 27.8%, Sci-fi 23.2%, Building 22.7%, Exploration 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

  53. #53 Space Impossible
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 141 reviews2016
    Dev: Happy Polygon
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Take control of a fully destructible spaceship and explore, blast or trade your way through the cosmos, alone or with friends. Every tile matters, as you dogfight, maneuver or speed your way past friendly traders, hostile aliens, and impressive space navies. What will you do, Captain?

    Why similar: Space 36.4%, Action 25.4%, Adventure 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%

  54. #54 Ziggy's Cosmic Adventures
    67% matchMixed63% of 67 reviews2023
    Dev: Stardust Collective
    Windows

    Ziggy's Cosmic Adventures is a VR cockpit game combining ship management with action-arcade combat. You play as a bounty hunter with possibly questionable morals, currently in possession of a little alien that you may or may not have stolen from the evil Empire. Do you have what it takes to survive?

    Why similar: Aliens 32.8%, Funny 20%, Action-Adventure 19.5%, Space 10.3%, Action 6.6%

  55. #55 EVE Online
    67% matchMostly Positive74% of 38,402 reviews2010
    Dev: CCP
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 136.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.

    Why similar: Space 22.9%, PvP 18.5%, PvE 17.3%, Third Person 14.5%, Exploration 11.4%

  56. #56 Mars or Die!
    70% matchMixed53% of 74 reviews2018
    Dev: 34BigThings srl
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    Control two characters simultaneously! Survive, gather, collect upgrades, fight all sizes of one-eyed Martians, build defensible outposts and conquer Mars, in this glorious mix between roguelite and tower defense.

    Why similar: Space 21.6%, Building 15.8%, Futuristic 15.3%, Management 15.2%, Funny 14.6%

  57. #57 Carrier Command 2
    65% matchVery Positive82% of 3,658 reviews2021
    Dev: GeometaPub: MicroProse Software
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!

    Why similar: PvP 26.5%, Action-Adventure 18.4%, Management 18.2%, Futuristic 18.1%, Exploration 13.4%

  58. #58 STAR FLEET II - Krellan Commander Version 2.0
    65% matchVery Positive97% of 67 reviews2023
    Dev: Trevor Sorensen, Mark BaldwinPub: Trevor Sorensen
    Windows

    Welcome to the future of space warfare! Star Fleet II: Krellan Commander puts you in command of an advanced space battlecruiser and tasks you with exploring sectors, fighting and boarding enemy ships, and invading planets. Manage your ship, crew and escorts effectively and find your way to victory!

    Why similar: Space 38.9%, Sci-fi 30.8%, Exploration 30.4%

  59. #59 STAR WARS™: Rebel Assault I + II
    68% matchMixed66% of 270 reviews2016
    Dev: LucasArts
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 12 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    ake your T16 through Beggar's Canyon...Then dodge asteroids and blast TIE fighters in a deep space rumble... tackle a fleet of menacing AT-ATs on the icy tundra of Hoth...and ultimately annihilate Vader and the evil Empire with a kamikaze trench run on the infamous Death Star.

    Why similar: Action 100%

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