Games Like Star Trek: Starfleet Command Gold Edition

Experience the epic space strategy games that redefined the RTS genre. Control your fleet and build an armada across more than 30 single-player missions. Choose unit types, fleet formations and flight tactics for each strategic situation.

Why similar: Space 48.5%, Sci-fi 19.2%, Strategy 19.1%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Simulation 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for real-time space strategy, offering deep tactical control over diverse fleets in a 3D environment.

Take command of your hand-tailored fleet of space warships and use realistic radar, electronic warfare, advanced movement controls in 3D space, and precision targeting to outmaneuver and outwit your opponents in a simulation-heavy tactical space game like no other.

Why similar: Strategy 36.2%, Simulation 30.1%, Multiplayer 28%, Singleplayer 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This is the premier modern tactical space combat simulator, focusing on radar management, weapon arcs, and complex fleet maneuvering.

Battle for galactic dominance in this real-time 4X strategy game with unrivaled scale! You’ll explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate through military force, diplomacy, trade, culture, influence, and other underhanded tactics.

Why similar: Space 30.7%, Real-Time 28.1% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Multiplayer 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines large-scale 4x strategy with real-time tactical combat that feels grand in scope and scale.

Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?

Why similar: Mod 33.4% ★, Space 23%, Strategy 17.8%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Multiplayer 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features excellent real-time tactical space battles that require careful management of fleet composition and positioning.

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 37.2%, Strategy 19%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Real Time Tactics 12.4%, Simulation 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic tactical space game that mirrors the ship-to-ship combat and energy management mechanics found in Starfleet Command.

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 Sim 30.9% ★, Real Time Tactics 18.7%, Space 13.4%, Strategy 12.8%, Simulation 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex simulation of space warfare that mirrors the strategic depth of classic command simulators.

Volition's classic is back. Descent: FreeSpace is the quintessential old school space shooter. With a deep story, great graphics and engaging battles against fighters to capital ships it keeps you moving. Breakout that flight stick and enroll with the Grand Terran Alliance today.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.6% ★, Real Time Tactics 21%, Space 19.7%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Simulation 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary space combat simulator that captures the intensity of dogfighting and capital ship warfare.

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: Space Sim 38% ★, Space 21.9%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Strategy 11%, Simulation 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Blends tactical command, ship management, and action-oriented space combat into a cohesive experience.

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 25.1% ★, Real Time Tactics 19.6%, Space 13.4%, Isometric 12.9%, Sci-fi 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the tactical management of a starship and its crew during intense space encounters.

Take command of Naval Strike Group 7 and lead your fleet to victory in full 3D tactical space combat. Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a sci-fi strategy saga that will test your skills as both capital assault ship Captain and naval fleet Commander.

Why similar: Space 37.5%, Strategy 27.4%, Simulation 19.9%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical space combat game that emphasizes ship-to-ship combat and strategic decision-making.

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 29% ★, Space Sim 18.1% ★, Real Time Tactics 16.9%, Space 14.2%, Sci-fi 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A space-based real-time strategy game that focuses on tactical fleet management and 4x-style progression.

Strategy from the front lines! Starpoint Gemini Warlords combines 3rd person capital spaceship combat with 4X strategy and RPG gameplay elements. Build mighty war fleets and send them into battle or lead them into combat yourself. Become the Warlord and conquer the Gemini system!

Why similar: Space Sim 34% ★, Space 28.8%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Strategy 11.7%, Simulation 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical ship combat with empire-building elements in a massive, open-ended space environment.

BattleGroupVR is a first person real-time space strategy where you lead a fleet of powerful warships into battle from the bridge of your own flagship. Assemble your fleet, upgrade your load-outs, train your captains, engage the enemy and secure the sector. Try not to go down with the ship.

Why similar: Space Sim 21.2% ★, Real-Time 19.6% ★, Space 13.8%, Real Time Tactics 13.7%, Sci-fi 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a unique VR experience where you command a fleet from the bridge of your flagship, emphasizing tactical positioning.

The first ever auto-battler game, from way back in 2009Who needs backstory? Who needs resource-gathering? Diplomacy is so last year. Gratuitous Space Battles cuts right to the chase of sci-fi strategy games, and deals with large, completely unjustified space battles between huge opposing space fleets.

Why similar: Space 35.7%, Strategy 21.2%, Sci-fi 20.9%, Simulation 11.2%, Multiplayer 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on the tactical design and positioning of fleets, allowing you to watch complex space battles unfold based on your strategic choices.

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 33.4%, Space Sim 30.4% ★, Sci-fi 11.5%, Strategy 10.8%, Simulation 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep simulation of space flight, trade, and combat that rewards players who enjoy complex system management.

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 34.7% ★, Space 33.8%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Action 8.4%, Simulation 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented space combat game that features significant ship customization and exploration.

Design and then improve the ultimate mothership. Explore a persistent living galaxy populated by 200 unique captains that can do everything you can do. Survive the zombie infection and then fight them back. Make allies and start your own faction. Build your empire. Also includes Sandbox Mode.

Why similar: Space 44%, Strategy 17.1%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Simulation 8.6%, Space Sim 7.6% ★

Why You'll Like It: Features deep ship customization and tactical combat that rewards players for managing their fleet effectively.

This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.

Why similar: Space 37.3%, Space Sim 22.2% ★, Sci-fi 17.9%, Strategy 14.6%, Simulation 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: While smaller in scale, it perfectly captures the tension of managing ship power, crew, and weapon systems during combat.

Star Trek: Infinite is a grand strategy experience that lets you play your own Star Trek story as the leader of one of four major factions in the galaxy. Follow the specially crafted story or blaze your own trail in the first Star Trek grand strategy game.

Why similar: Space Sim 41.3% ★, Space 38.6%, Strategy 12.3%, Simulation 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that allows you to manage the politics and fleets of the Star Trek universe on a galactic scale.

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: Real Time Tactics 43.3%, Strategy 20.8%, Old School 18.3%, Simulation 17.6%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical management game where you control a carrier and its units, requiring careful strategic planning and system operation.

A must for any fan, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is an action/flight simulator featuring filmed footage of the original Star Trek actors. Take your place among the best and brightest at Starfleet Academy!

Why similar: Space Sim 39.9% ★, Space 22.6%, Sci-fi 14.6%, Simulation 11.7%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic simulation title that shares the same universe and focus on starship combat mechanics.

Activate your Neural Link to gain an omniscient view of the battlefield. Experience the conflict at any scale, as you plot the course that will lead your fleet to victory. Eternal Starlight is a tactical space combat game, built from the ground up for VR.

Why similar: Space Sim 24.5% ★, Space 19.8%, Real Time Tactics 18.3%, Strategy 9.7%, VR 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical space combat game designed for VR that emphasizes fleet management and spatial awareness.

Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.

Why similar: Strategy 38.9%, Space 38.6%, Sci-fi 20.7%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 4x strategy game that offers immense depth in ship design and tactical combat resolution.

Massive scale 4X-RTS set in space. Control hundreds of planets, manipulate galactic politics, research numerous advanced technologies, and command thousands of units and hundreds of planets in your quest for galactic dominance.

Why similar: Space 47.1%, Strategy 27.9%, Sci-fi 24.9%

Why You'll Like It: A grand-scale space strategy game that allows for deep customization of ship designs and tactical fleet control.

Battlevoid: Sector Siege is an epic straight into action real-time space strategy game, in which the world has been built to deliver a lively battle field; and the action is never more than just seconds away at the start of every game.

Why similar: Real-Time 26% ★, Space 22.2%, Strategy 14.3%, Real Time Tactics 12.5%, Simulation 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A streamlined tactical space game that focuses on fleet building and real-time combat encounters.

The most scientifically accurate space warfare simulator ever made. Now with Steam Workshop!

Why similar: Space 32%, Space Sim 18.5% ★, Strategy 17.5%, Simulation 16.8%, Sci-fi 14.1%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore, physics-based space combat simulator that provides the most realistic take on ship-to-ship warfare available.

Turn-based strategy game full of spacefleet battles. 30+ hours of gameplay, randomized battles, huge campaign with different ways of completion. Experience infinite tactical situations and outsmart the tricky AI using dozens of ships and special abilities.

Why similar: Strategy 55.5%, Simulation 44.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical space game that emphasizes positioning and unit abilities in a 2D space environment.

In Star Trek Online, the Star Trek universe appears for the first time on a truly massive scale. Players take the captain's chair as they command their own starship and crew. Explore strange new worlds, seek out new life and new civilizations, and boldly go where no one has gone before.

Why similar: Space 48.1%, Sci-fi 31.4%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Strategy 5%, Action 4.6%

Tactical, beautiful, and wholly unique, the GOTY-winning sci-fi RTS returns with Homeworld 3. Assume control and battle through fleet combat in dazzling, fully 3D space while the award-winning story unfolds on a galactic scale.

Why similar: Real-Time 32.5% ★, Space 24.5%, Sci-fi 12%, Strategy 10.6%, Isometric 7.9%

The Battle of Sol is an intense space action game where you participate in epic capital ship battles, thrilling dogfights, space station raids, and much more as you liberate humanity's solar system from enemies determined to bring us to its fiery end.

Why similar: Space Sim 30.1% ★, Space 26.6%, Simulation 20.8%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Action 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy space combat game that puts you in the middle of large-scale fleet engagements.

Beam aboard the USS Enterprise to join Captain Kirk and his intrepid crew in this classic adventure game. Eight original missions, each styled as episodes of an imagined fourth season of Star Trek: the Original Series, featuring the voice talents of the original actors!

Why similar: Space 38.6%, Sci-fi 32.3%, Simulation 19%, Action 10.1%

Take control of your own starship and blaze your trail in an ever-changing galaxy. Master the arts of combat, mining and trade or venture out into the unknown across a 1:1 scale universe.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.7% ★, Space 25.9%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Simulation 7%, Multiplayer 5.4%

Return to command of the USS Enterprise in this classic adventure game. True episodic format beams eight original point-and-click missions into your computer. Featuring the cast members and sound effects from Star Trek: The Original Series.

Why similar: Space 52.4%, Sci-fi 22.1%, Simulation 15.7%, Action 9.8%

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 32.7% ★, Real Time Tactics 23.7%, Space 19.8%, Sci-fi 11%, Strategy 7.7%

Explore the Final Frontier in the ultimate sci-fi strategy RPG, Star Trek Timelines! Join Starfleet and overcome challenges as you boldly go where no game has gone before – across the entire history of Star Trek.

Why similar: Space 40.5%, Strategy 22%, Sci-fi 21.8%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Action 2.2%

Real-time against real pilots; this is Star Wars space combat as it was meant to be! Featuring challenging real-time dogfights of 2 to 8 players, Star Wars™: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter is one of the most historically significant space combat simulators ever made.

Why similar: Space Sim 36.2% ★, Space 24.6%, Simulation 15.3%, Action 11.5%, Multiplayer 9.1%

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 Sim 30.3% ★, Space 22.9%, Sci-fi 19.2%, Strategy 10.1%, Simulation 7.6%

Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.

Why similar: Space Sim 33.2% ★, Space 22.4%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Strategy 10.6%, Simulation 9.4%

Two teams of players control their capital ship in an epic battle. Customize your ship, control its movement, weapons, and energy distribution or go to one of the hangars to join the battle in a smaller fighter!

Why similar: Space Sim 32.8% ★, Space 20.4%, Sci-fi 13%, Strategy 10.3%, Multiplayer 8.7%

Design your battleship and fight your way through unforgiving space. This is a tale of a lone spaceship on a centuries-long mission. As the captain, you´ll make strategic decisions, explore unknown sectors, meet allies and enemies, gather resources, technology and crew. To battle stations!

Why similar: Space 28.4%, Strategy 22.8%, Simulation 19.2%, Sci-fi 17.8%, Action 10.3%

Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...

Why similar: Space 47.6%, Strategy 35.5%, Sci-fi 16.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%

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 30.1%, Strategy 18.1%, Space Sim 17% ★, Simulation 15.4%, Sci-fi 12.3%

Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.

Why similar: Space 32.2%, Real-Time 26.5% ★, Strategy 17.4%, Sci-fi 14%, Simulation 8.8%

Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.

Why similar: Space 49.7%, Strategy 26.6%, Sci-fi 21.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

In Sins of a Solar Empire: Trinity, you are the leader of a civilization embroiled in a galactic war, fighting for the survival of your entire race against relentless foes.

Why similar: Real-Time 40.4% ★, Space Sim 25.1% ★, Space 16.4%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Strategy 8.2%

Battlezone: Combat Commander remasters FPS-RTS classic Battlezone II with slick new visuals, brand new achievements, Steam Workshop support and much more! The solar system is at war. Take command.

Why similar: Real-Time 38.8% ★, Strategy 20.9%, Space 15.6%, Action 9.4%, Sci-fi 7.9%

Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown is a story-driven survival strategy game in which the fate of the iconic starship is in your hands. Take the helm, manage the ship and resources, and make difficult decisions. Will you be able to bring home the ship and its crew?

Why similar: Space Sim 45.3% ★, Strategy 22.4%, Space 19.2%, Sci-fi 13%

The ultimate space capital ship combat compendium is the evolution of hard core space combat sims. The only game of its kind currently in existence.

Why similar: Space 36.6%, Sci-fi 22.3%, Strategy 17.2%, Simulation 15.1%, Space Sim 6.3% ★

Command four space vessels and a band of revolutionary pirates into an all-consuming battle against impossible odds, because there just isn't enough Space for everyone!

Why similar: Space Sim 49.6% ★, Simulation 32.9%, Action 17.5%

Experience first-hand the challenges of leading one of 16 different races into unequalled galactic supremacy and face a universe of decisions. Set policies, explore, build, declare war, negotiate - put all these elements into motion to guarantee your place in the annals of space and time.

Why similar: Strategy 51.8%, Space 33%, Sci-fi 15.2%

From commanding the battle standing on the bridge of your flagship all the way down to tactical infantry firefights - AFF brings together all the combat you ever wanted in a rich science fiction setting. Boarding, pilotable capital ships, deep weapon customization and full AI support included!

Why similar: Space 35.9%, Sci-fi 23.8%, Simulation 14.5%, Multiplayer 13.9%, Action 10.4%

Get your dream job with a company called Project Freedom. Become a space pilot and serve for the corporation. You're going to get all the excitement and adventure you've ever wanted. Perhaps even more... 21 missions in the campaign Outstanding 3D graphics and special effects Original storyline with unexpected turns and surprises A...

Why similar: Space 34.7%, Simulation 32.9%, Action 18.3%, Sci-fi 14.2%

Lead the great armies of the Star Wars™ Episode II: Attack of the Clones saga in intense real-time strategy clashes. Enter the fray as the Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Wookies, Trade Federation, Gungans or Royal Naboo to determine the course of the Galactic Civil War.

Why similar: Strategy 34.6%, Real-Time 23.5% ★, Sci-fi 16.2%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Action 8.9%

The RTS/FPS phenomenon has moved into space! Build your base on an asteroid, command fleets of starships for epic battles, pilot fighters, mine and trade resources, assemble robots to defend or assault other stations. Take sole command or share the glory as you fight for control of the quadrant.

Why similar: Real-Time 30.9% ★, Space Sim 23.7% ★, Space 13.3%, Real Time Tactics 9.8%, Strategy 7.5%

Command interstellar forces in this epic return of the 4X strategy classic. From planetary politics to galactic warfare, the stakes couldn’t be higher as you lead your Royal House through battles on land, sea, air, and the vast reaches of space.

Why similar: Sci-fi 31.7%, Space 29.9%, Strategy 26.7%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Singleplayer 2%

Master the art of starfighter combat in the authentic piloting experience STAR WARS™: Squadrons. Feel the adrenaline of first-person multiplayer space dogfights alongside your squadron, and buckle up in a thrilling STAR WARS™ story.

Why similar: Space 34%, Sci-fi 15.6%, Space Sim 11.9% ★, VR 10.9%, Multiplayer 10.8%

BattleGroupVR2 is a virtual reality real-time space strategy where you explore the galaxy and lead a fleet of powerful warships from the bridge of your flagship. Explore, mine, trade, hunt. Grow your fleet, upgrade your ships, train your captains, and battle the enemy from the captain's chair.

Why similar: Space Sim 40.6% ★, Sci-fi 20.8%, VR 13.4%, Strategy 13.2%, Simulation 7.1%

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 30.6%, Space Sim 29.9% ★, Simulation 10.9%, Strategy 10.8%, Sci-fi 10.6%