- #1 Infinity: Battlescape
97% matchVery Positive80% of 764 reviews2019
Dev: I-Novae Studios, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Infinity: Battlescape is a multiplayer space combat sim supporting hundreds of players on a single server. Join one of the corporate factions and fight for domination of a seamless, true-to-scale procedural star system. Participate in massive space and planetary battles involving hundreds of ships.
Why similar: Space Sim 29.8%, Space 26%, Massively Multiplayer 21.5%, Simulation 11.8%, Sci-fi 5.6%
- #2 Star Pilot
96% matchMixed66% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: Star Pilot Games
Windows
Star Pilot is all about Multiplayer Space Combat. You start with a Fighter and a Personal Space Station plus enough credits and items to fight in 3 different Arenas with 3 Modes. Star Pilot is Free; Win XPs and extra credits and unlock new Ships, Ranks and Ammos.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 29%, Space Sim 28.8%, PvP 13.8%, Space 11.2%, Multiplayer 5.7%
- #3 Tachyon: The Fringe
96% matchVery Positive89% of 248 reviews2009
Dev: NovaLogic
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 36%
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 49.7%, Space 26.2%, Simulation 24.1%
- #4 Puppet Shoot'out
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryan Bissonnette
Windows
explore The Park, look around The Toy Store, search The Graveyard or get lost in The Catacombs. Shoot the Puppets that hunt you, If you get hit your out until your team helps you. Remember don't leave anyone behind the last team standing wins. Can you be the last or will you fall to the evil Puppets
Why similar: Arena Shooter 45.1%, Massively Multiplayer 17.2%, PvP 15.9%, Simulation 10.2%, Casual 8.1%
- #5 Space Simulator
94% matchMostly Negative37% of 163 reviews2018
Dev: Stuka Games IncPub: Brixton Dynamics Ltd
Windows
Realistic simulation of spaceflight in a full sized Solar System, with all the planets and their major moons. using real forces, distances, velocities and time. Chapter 1: The Apollo Days. Incredibly detailed Apollo Program missions starting with Apollo 8 lunar orbit missions.
Why similar: Space Sim 38%, Space 35.1%, Simulation 27%
- #6 Up Down All-a-Round
93% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: A.T Games
Windows
Control your player's gravity up and down and all a round! Master your gravity manipulating abilites to outwit your opponents and win the game!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 43.1%, Massively Multiplayer 22.4%, Casual 14.6%, PvP 11.1%, 3D 4.8%
- #7 FSX SpacePort
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TerraBuilder
Windows
Spaceflight add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator X
Why similar: Space Sim 40.8%, Simulation 29.9%, Space 29.3%
- #8 Rogue System
91% matchMixed67% of 275 reviews2022
Dev: Digits Crossed Interactive, LLCPub: Image Space Incorporated
Windows
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 58%, Simulation 22.3%, Space 19.6%
- #9 Elite Dangerous
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 107,282 reviews2015
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 18.2 hrsMean: 148.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 42.6%, Space 25.1%, Massively Multiplayer 13.5%, Simulation 7.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #10 Bounters
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Polyworld Games
Windows
Bounters is a multiplayer looter shooter game. Get your weapons, fight, loot, and collect score as many as you can for the victory!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 54.8%, PvP 20%, Casual 11.5%, Multiplayer 7.4%, 3D 6.2%
- #11 Solar Lander
90% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: TChapman500
Windows · Linux
Fly an Apollo-style lander around various planets, landing to earn points and then redocking with the command module to advance to the next level.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.7%, Simulation 27%, Casual 20.7%, Space 19.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #12 Star Age: Space Combat
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Galactic Games LLC
Windows
Prove you're the most feared pilot in the galaxy in this multiplayer arcade space shooter!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 35.2%, Space Sim 28.9%, PvP 14%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 4.9%
- #13 FUTURETECH SPACE COMBAT ACADEMY
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: POLYFOUNTAIN MEDIA LLC
Windows
Will you make the grade and save the planet? Become a cadet on your first day of training in this 3rd person space combat simulator.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.6%, Simulation 30.1%, Space 24.7%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #14 Shrouded Suns
87% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Benjamin Cid Pérez
Windows
In the midst of a seemingly hopeless war among the stars, take control of highly customizable spacefighters to experience classic space combat action throughout a story-driven campaign.
Why similar: Space Sim 50.6%, Space 27.5%, Simulation 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #15 CUBE-e 2
86% matchMixed69% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: Piece Of Voxel
Windows
CUBE-e 2 - 2D shooter about robots for one and two players, made in stylish hand-drawn graphics.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 31%, Space Sim 25.4%, Space 16.5%, PvP 11.9%, Simulation 6.2%
- #16 Rixer
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Headglitch Games
Windows
Rixer is a space combat sim featuring 6dof newtonian physics, ship customization, and intense missions in across busy sectors of space with your friends. Complete on the leaderboards in PvP game modes with bot support. Enjoy sandbox fun with live-mp modding tools on dedicated servers.
Why similar: Space Sim 28.8%, Arena Shooter 28.6%, Space 14.5%, PvP 10.6%, Simulation 5.7%
- #17 The Earth Sucks
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Insert Developer NamePub: Great North Gorilla
Windows
A casual space simulation game where you perform orbital manoeuvres on satellites to change their orbit and complete missions.
Why similar: Space Sim 43.3%, Space 22.1%, Simulation 21.8%, Sci-fi 6.7%, Casual 5.2%
- #18 The Cruel kings
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: Vitok
Windows
The Cruel kings is a top-down game in which you must either kill or survive. Each round starts with a split screen. The goal of the players is to destroy each other in 1 minute. There are also coins. If the players have an equal amount of life, then the one who collected the most coins wins.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 47%, PvP 23.4%, Casual 19.7%, Multiplayer 9.9%
- #19 Meteorites 3D
84% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Digi Mask Games
Windows
Experience the retro arcade shooter inspired game Meteorite 3D built for modern 3D rendering, being a spiritual successor to the space games of old
Why similar: Arena Shooter 41.4%, Space Sim 35.7%, Space 12%, Casual 6.2%, 3D 4.5%
- #20 Liquid Space
83% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2019
Dev: VRX
Windows
Liquid Space lets you interact with ultra-realistic liquids in zero gravity on the international space station.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.6%, Simulation 26.9%, Space 22.6%, Casual 19.9%
- #21 Alien Wall
82% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Stefan Preuss
Windows · Mac
Alien Wall is a powerful genre mix between a brick breaker and ‘shoot em up’. Modern retro Arcade fun at its best!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 33.7%, Space Sim 32.3%, Space 22.8%, Casual 8.4%, Sci-fi 2.6%
- #22 Galaxy Grudge
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JFX
Windows
Galaxy Grudge is a free-to-play arena shooter built for fast, competitive multiplayer. Inspired by the golden age of classic FPS games, combining fluid movement, inventive weapons, and dynamic game modes for intense, skill-driven battles. Join in the development and be a part of the next great AFPS!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 52.5%, Casual 12.9%, Space 11%, Multiplayer 8.6%, PvP 6.3%
- #23 STAR WARS™ X-Wing vs TIE Fighter - Balance of Power Campaigns™
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 307 reviews2015
Dev: Totally GamesPub: LucasArts
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 22%
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 43.3%, Space 27.9%, Simulation 18.1%, Multiplayer 8.2%, Sci-fi 2.5%
- #24 X Rebirth
80% matchMixed44% of 7,316 reviews2013
Dev: Egosoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In the distant future, the X universe faces a period of profound and irrevocable change. While the universe stumbles towards an uncertain future, countless adventures await as new enemies rise in search of power.
Why similar: Space 42.2%, Space Sim 27.2%, Simulation 19.2%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #25 A Hole In Space
79% matchPositive80% of 29 reviews2021
Dev: Clever AIPub: Hoi 4 ED
Windows · Mac
A "small" universe simulation, where you play as a black hole and try to absorb the whole universe. You decide the size and shape of the universe. Could also be used as a less meaningful CPU benchmark.
Why similar: Space Sim 51%, Space 27.5%, Simulation 17.4%, 3D 3.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #26 Aero Striker - World Invasion
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: EpiXR Games UG
Windows
Aero Striker is a highly stylized action-packed flight combat simulator game that is intentionally designed to be easy to make it more enjoyable and less nerve-racking. The aim is to have fun making aliens explode while experiencing the sensation of flying. Let none of the evil aliens escape!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.3%, Space Sim 30.7%, Space 17.5%, Simulation 7%, Sci-fi 6.5%
- #27 The Battle of Sol
79% matchMixed57% of 102 reviews2015
Dev: Bit Planet Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 24%
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 36.5%, Space 29.9%, Simulation 25%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #28 The Cosmogenesis Project: Corruption
78% 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 46.7%, Space 33.1%, Simulation 7.9%, Sci-fi 6.2%, 3D 5.3%
- #29 Cow Project 1986
75% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2026
Dev: JCdaisuki
Windows · Mac · Linux
A game about an alien that has to abduct things to pay rent!
Why similar: Space Sim 36.8%, Simulation 17.2%, Space 16%, Casual 15.9%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #30 STAR WARS™ - X-Wing Alliance™
77% matchVery Positive82% of 511 reviews2015
Dev: Totally GamesPub: LucasArts
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 21%
A neutral family fights for its business - and its survival - and is swept up in the struggle against the encroaching Empire. You must defy the strong-arm tactics of a rival family who will stop at nothing to destroy your trading company.
Why similar: Space Sim 52%, Space 30.6%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Simulation 4.3%, Sci-fi 3.6%
- #31 STAR WARS™ - X-Wing Special Edition
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 473 reviews2015
Dev: LucasfimPub: LucasArts
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion?
Why similar: Space Sim 52.6%, Space 28.7%, Simulation 13.8%, Sci-fi 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #32 Star Hunter - Infinite Lagrange
76% matchMixed57% of 1,061 reviews2021
Dev: NetEase Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 89.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
In a remote corner of the Milky Way, you, a star hunter, will control a fleet, take on a wide variety of bounty contracts and missions, and venture into the vastness of space. You will hunt for mysterious items for your employers and explore specific targets in uncharted territory.
Why similar: Space 27.1%, Space Sim 26.7%, Massively Multiplayer 26.3%, Simulation 11.7%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #33 X: Tension
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 144 reviews2010
Dev: Egosoft
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 16%
X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game.
Why similar: Space Sim 37.6%, Space 30.5%, Simulation 21.4%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #34 Play a Match?: play a catch2
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: STAPgames
Windows · Mac
Somewhere online, on a riverbank, a shootout with someone you don't know. A 1vs1 side-scrolling gun shooting. One shot to win or strategies intersect. Use random weapons, obstacles, to defeat someone you don't know. In Friend matches, you can play with someone you know, but please get along well.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 57.9%, Casual 19.9%, PvP 16%, Multiplayer 6.2%
- #35 Darkstar One
74% matchVery Positive84% of 625 reviews2008
Dev: Ascaron Entertainment ltd.Pub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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 42.1%, Space 38%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Simulation 8.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #36 Orbit One
72% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Specific Impulse Interactive
Windows
Take to the stars and explore the solar system. Master the orbital mechanics of N-body physics. Plot a careful course to complete your mission.
Why similar: Space Sim 48.1%, Space 25%, Simulation 22%, 3D 4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #37 Deep Field
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: spicyPub: Deep Field Development
Windows · Mac
Build spacecraft with a realistic part-based editor and fight multiplayer orbital wars using Keplerian, Newtonian, and patched-conics flight. Engage with lasers, railguns, missiles, and EW in fast, decisive battles shaped by strategy and logistics.
Why similar: Space Sim 43.7%, Space 19.2%, Simulation 14.1%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Multiplayer 7.4%
- #38 AstroTanto
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TheoryStudios
Windows
You were promised a hero’s journey. You got a vacuum cleaner. Team up with 3 friends in this chaotic, physics-based co-op game. Build your space station out of "recycled" trash, dodge orbital debris, and try not to burn up in the atmosphere. In space, no one can hear you clean.
Why similar: Space Sim 42.1%, Simulation 18.4%, Casual 15.4%, Space 15.3%, 3D 5.2%
- #39 Space Merchants: Arena
74% matchMixed62% of 26 reviews2016
Dev: Playito.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Space Merchants: Arena is a cross-platform online multiplayer game where futuristic spaceships engage in intense dogfights.3 game modes: Free for all/Team battle/Capture the Artefact.4 different maps: Faarlands, Tristar, Jupiter, Naussike system.Online leaderboards
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.7%, Space Sim 25.2%, Space 17.3%, PvP 12.7%, Simulation 4.8%
- #40 Foreign Galaxies
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Vengeful Muffin
Windows
After a galactic portal failure you find yourself lost millions of light years away from home, in a foreign galaxy... With your main propulsion systems disabled you are unable to traverse space, so you try to collect resources you find near you in order to create a galactic portal to return back.
Why similar: Space Sim 39.6%, Simulation 19.2%, Space 16.7%, Casual 14%, Sci-fi 5.9%
- #41 Baryum
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dams-Labs
Windows
A first-person space sim set in the real solar system at true scale, with every planet where it actually is today. Dock at the ISS, take contracts, survey planets, mine moons, haul cargo and fight pirates across genuine interplanetary distances as you rise from cadet to major.
Why similar: Space Sim 48.5%, Space 26.4%, Simulation 13.1%, Sci-fi 8%, 3D 3.6%
- #42 SCALEPLANET
71% matchMixed63% of 27 reviews2022
Dev: Scale Studio
Windows
Somewhere in the third dimension there lives an alien Joe. He can't sit still. He constantly travels and explores the world and galaxies. This time he came across a new planet.
Why similar: Space Sim 44%, Simulation 20.2%, Casual 18.2%, Space 16.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #43 Lazer Tag Arena
70% matchPositive84% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: One Man Makes Games
Windows
Join One Man Makes Games for the release of my latest title "Lazer Tag Arena". A free-to-play, multiplayer, peer-to-peer, free-for-all Arena Shooter, which is heavily inspired by the laser tag aesthetic and playstyle. Play with up to 6 friends people per lobby.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 63.2%, Casual 13.2%, PvP 8.8%, Multiplayer 8.7%, 3D 6.1%
- #44 Super Starship
69% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Les Bird
Windows · Mac
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 49.2%, Simulation 21.7%, Space 16.2%, Sci-fi 6.7%, 3D 5.5%
- #45 Helium Rain
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 339 reviews2018
Dev: Deimos Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 53.4%, Space 31.9%, Simulation 14.7%
- #46 Gravity Matters
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Nixiesoft LLC
Windows
Who needs gas when you've got gravity? Casual space flight enhanced with "borrowed" alien tech! Controller and Keyboard flight support
Why similar: Space Sim 39.8%, Simulation 18.1%, Space 15.3%, Casual 15.1%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #47 Space Mechanics: repair | hiring | crafting
69% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: MintCat
Windows
In "Space Mechanics: Repair | Hiring | Craft" you are the owner of a space repair station in which you have to work. Repair spaceships, get money for it, hire them and create items for sale or for your own purposes.
Why similar: Space Sim 46.1%, Space 22.5%, Simulation 13.7%, Massively Multiplayer 6.9%, 3D 5.9%
- #48 Abominable Asteroids
68% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Fractal Fungus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lost in deep space and surrounded by deadly asteroids, your survival will depend on your shooting and piloting skills in this retro-inspired action game!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 49.7%, Space Sim 33%, Space 15.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #49 Space Crash Simulator
67% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: WPC
Windows · Mac
Real-time planetary collision sandbox powered by SPH physics: smash planets together and watch the destruction and its aftermath!
Why similar: Space Sim 47.3%, Space 25.5%, Simulation 12.2%, Casual 9.3%, 3D 2.6%
- #50 Evochron Mercenary
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 435 reviews2012
Dev: StarWraith 3D Games LLC
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The life of an independent mercenary is rarely without excitement. Your spacecraft awaits and your adventure begins in the Sapphire star system.
Why similar: Space 38%, Space Sim 33.5%, Simulation 16.8%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Multiplayer 3.8%
- #51 AstroNOTs
69% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Archor WrightPub: Archor Games
Windows
Evil A.I. Space Bots are attacking Earth, You and Your team of Good A.I. Bots must stop them !
Why similar: Space Sim 47.5%, Space 23.7%, Simulation 22.2%, 3D 5.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #52 TeepyTime
67% match3 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: TeepyTeam
Windows
TeepyTime is a shared ambient application. You appear as a glowing orb in space alongside other connected players. There are no objectives. Each player's orbit is procedurally generated and unique.
Why similar: Space Sim 41.4%, Space 27.5%, Simulation 13.8%, Casual 12%, Multiplayer 4.5%
- #53 SpaceBourne
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 815 reviews2020
Dev: Burak Dabak
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Spacebourne is an open space exploration game with Rpg elements. Its world consists of different factions at war. You as an expert pilot need to choose your side or be on no one's side and create a force of your own. Load up your weapons, Ready your ship and warp to adventure.
Why similar: Space 40.9%, Space Sim 39.2%, Simulation 19.9%
- #54 Evolution of a Mini World: Physics Wonderland
68% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: William at Oxford
Windows
We have built a mini universe with real physics basis, simulation and imagination. The game uses realistic environments and models to tell a story of a mini universe.
Why similar: Space Sim 44.2%, Space 25.1%, Simulation 10.3%, Sci-fi 9.2%, Casual 7.3%
- #55 REAL MOON
65% matchMixed68% of 115 reviews2025
Dev: historia Inc.
Windows
Explore a precisely recreated lunar surface built from real data and a JAXA-backed simulation.
Why similar: Space Sim 51%, Space 26.2%, Simulation 21.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%