Games Like The Battle of Sol

House of the Dying Sun is a tactical space shooter that puts you in the cockpit of the universe's most terrifying starfighter. Hunt the enemies of the Empire and bring ruin to their people.

Why similar: Space Sim 34.4% ★, Space 24.2%, Simulation 18.6%, Action 10.8%, Sci-fi 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly intense, tactical approach to space combat with a focus on commanding fleets and engaging in high-stakes dogfights.

In the year 2299, an interstellar war rages on. In a bid to save Earth from destruction, you must take control of the Strike Suit – a revolutionary fighter craft with the ability to transform into a lethal suit of space armor.

Why similar: Space 38.4%, Space Sim 19.2% ★, Action 16.7%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Simulation 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the fast-paced, arcade-style space combat and cinematic mission structure found in The Battle of Sol.

Take control of Nara on a quest to destroy the dark cult that created her. Unlock devastating weapons & mind-bending abilities in an evolution of the space-combat shooter. Along with Forsaken, her sentient starfighter, explore ancient temples, engage in zero-g combat & venture beyond waking reality.

Why similar: Action 29.1%, Space 26.8%, Space Sim 20.2% ★, Indie 13.2%, Sci-fi 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a modern, high-octane space combat experience with fluid movement and deep sci-fi narrative elements.

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: Simulation 42.9%, Space Sim 35% ★, Action 22.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic space-sim that shares the same focus on capital ship interaction and mission-based tactical combat.

Take on the role of the Lieutenant Commander, ace fighter pilot, as you search for a new home, battle a mysterious enemy, and rescue humanity from a fiery end.

Why similar: Simulation 41.5%, Space 22.5%, Action 21.4%, Indie 14.6%

Why You'll Like It: Sharing a similar thematic and mechanical foundation, this game is a direct peer in the indie space-sim genre.

EVERSPACE™ combines fast-paced combat with roguelike elements, great visuals and a captivating story. It takes you on a challenging journey through an ever-changing, beautifully crafted universe full of surprises. Shoot, craft and loot your way to victory while the odds are stacked against you.

Why similar: Space 40.5%, Space Sim 26.9% ★, Action 13.2%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Indie 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the thrill of space dogfighting with polished controls and a focus on action-oriented encounters.

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 44.9%, Space Sim 25% ★, Sci-fi 12.6%, Simulation 9.2%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on broadside capital ship combat, providing a similar sense of scale during space engagements.

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 36.8% ★, Space 22%, Simulation 16.7%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Action 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It expands on the capital ship combat mechanics of the original, offering a deeper blend of strategy and direct action.

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 31.7%, Space Sim 31.4% ★, Action 13.5%, Simulation 12%, Sci-fi 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a classic space adventure experience with a strong emphasis on combat and ship customization.

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 Sim 32.4% ★, Space 25.7%, Action 15%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Indie 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a straightforward, action-packed arcade space combat experience with a variety of missions and ship upgrades.

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 34.6% ★, Space 30.4%, Simulation 18.4%, Sci-fi 12%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at the capital ship combat and fleet management aspects that define the core experience of The Battle of Sol.

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: Simulation 42.9%, Space 25.5%, Action 23.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style space shooter that emphasizes mission-based objectives and intense dogfights.

Embark on a journey to greatness. Get ready for adrenaline-fueled battles and a chance to claim your place in the galaxy. Grab the controls of your ship, gear up for the fight, and unleash your ambition to conquer and build a new empire in the vastness of space.

Why similar: Space Sim 65.6% ★, Space 34.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, ambitious space-sim that incorporates deep combat mechanics and large-scale ship interaction.

Salvation Prophecy is a military space epic. Human, mutant, and robotic factions are at war for galactic domination. Battles rage as space fleets collide. Invaders clash against fortified enemy colonies. Yet the greatest danger is the impending annihilation foretold by an apocalyptic prophecy.

Why similar: Space 32.1%, Simulation 29.7%, Action 17.9%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Indie 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines space combat with ground-based action, offering a broader scope of sci-fi warfare.

A hyperdrive malfunction sends Keith T. Maxwell tumbling through space and time to fight for his life against a mysterious alien armada that is wreaking havoc.

Why similar: Space Sim 38.2% ★, Space 30.5%, Simulation 14.1%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential arcade space-sim that features mission-based progression and varied ship combat scenarios.

Mine asteroids, salvage space debris, design your own small or massive spacecraft using individual functional components, complete missions, and engage in battles against enemies in a vast galaxy with realistic physics based on orbital mechanics or in a classic physics mode.

Why similar: Space 34%, Simulation 24.4%, Space Sim 19% ★, Action 8.6%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features physics-based space combat that rewards players who enjoy the technical side of ship design and engagement.

Travel a hundred years into the future to pilot advanced starfighters through the greatest conflict humankind has ever known. The next generation of space combat is here. . Light up the Sky!

Why similar: Space 35.4%, Simulation 34.9%, Action 18.8%, Indie 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the spirit of 90s space-sims with a focus on carrier-based operations and varied combat missions.

Large-scale battles have become a vestige of the past, depleting resources of conflicting parties. Settled space, where welfare and order had reigned, has become a cemetery for dead ships which is flooded with pirates and adventurists.

Why similar: Space 80.5%, Sci-fi 19.5%

Why You'll Like It: It blends tactical squad-based combat with space-sim elements, appealing to players who enjoy the strategic side of fleet battles.

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 34.8% ★, Space 22.5%, Simulation 16.1%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the multiplayer aspect of capital ship combat, allowing players to crew large vessels in intense battles.

Experience fast action, thrilling levels, spectacular explosions and lots of pew-pew-pew. Star Horizon is a reboot for the on-rails space shooter genre.

Why similar: Space 26.8%, Space Sim 22.1% ★, Simulation 20.2%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Action 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style space shooter that prioritizes cinematic action and quick, responsive combat.

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 29.7%, Space Sim 27.9% ★, Simulation 18.7%, Action 9.6%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Focused on combat without compromising realism, ASTROKILL is a modern space shooter drawing inspiration from old-school games like TIE Fighter and Freespace 2. Players pilot fighters, gunships, interceptors, and medics (in 1st or 3rd person) from warring factions in ballistic dogfights.

Why similar: Simulation 41.5%, Space 26.1%, Action 19.9%, Indie 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore space combat simulator that prioritizes Newtonian physics and intense dogfighting maneuvers.

Battle for the Sun is an action-packed, first-person shooter documenting the realities of war seen through the eyes of a special forces soldier in a world under alien attack. We find ourselves abruptly thrown into an adventure as a talented soldier carrying out his duty in this epic war.

Why similar: Action 62.3%, Indie 37.7%

Why You'll Like It: A focused action game that captures the frantic energy of space-based combat.

Take the role of Captain in this Space Survival Simulation as you explore a massive star system in search of a new home for humanity. Outfit your ship, hand pick your crew and set off on a journey through an open-world where you must scavenge resources, shelter civilians and outrun a hostile alien force.

Why similar: Space 43.5%, Simulation 36%, Action 10.9%, Indie 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more strategic, it captures the tension of managing a ship through hostile space environments.

Jumpdrive is a sandbox space sim set in an alternative future heavily inspired by classic 80s sci-fi. Fight, trade and explore in a massive procedurally generated galaxy of millions of planets and stars. Amass money and power and upgrade and purchase new ships.

Why similar: Space 39.1%, Simulation 34.7%, Action 14.9%, Indie 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a mix of space exploration and combat, fitting well for players looking for a variety of space-sim activities.

Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.

Why similar: Space 24.1%, Space Sim 24% ★, Action 19.5%, Indie 11.6%, Simulation 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-focused space shooter that provides quick, mission-based combat encounters.

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 27.6%, Space Sim 27.5% ★, Simulation 20.4%, Action 10.5%, Sci-fi 7.7%

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: Space 34.3%, Simulation 29.9%, Action 15.9%, Indie 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes the strategic command of space fleets in a series of challenging combat scenarios.

Dangerous is an epic 3D open and living world space combat RPG sandbox with an immersive and riveting story. Are you the feared war criminal who will destroy all life or the savior of the universe? Gather your wingmen and travel the galaxy in search of answers.

Why similar: Simulation 27.9%, Space Sim 25.8% ★, Space 23.3%, Action 13.6%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A space-sim that balances combat with RPG elements, allowing for diverse ship builds and tactical approaches.

Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.

Why similar: Action 62.2%, Indie 37.8%

Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell style space shooter that focuses on pure, high-speed combat reflexes.

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 29.6%, Simulation 26.9%, Space Sim 16.1% ★, Action 12.2%, Sci-fi 9.7%

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 34.6%, Space Sim 29.5% ★, Simulation 27.8%, Indie 8.1%

In this "starship command simulator" you will fight your way to the center of a randomly generated galaxy where a massive star is about to go supernova and destroy all life. Can you find a way to stop it?

Why similar: Simulation 54.5%, Action 26.9%, Indie 18.6%

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 43.8% ★, Space 27.5%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Action 10.2%, Indie 6.2%

Immerse yourself in massive fleet battles where your dog-fighting skills will directly affect the fate of the cosmos.

Why similar: Space 37.5%, Space Sim 16.3% ★, Simulation 14.7%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Action 12.8%

ThreadSpace: Hyperbol is an action-strategy game set in the distant future. Players battle each other on roads in space as they pilot massive ships capable of firing a wide variety of weapons. Create defenses, coordinate with your team, and launch an assault against your opponents to achieve victory!

Why similar: Action 65.2%, Indie 34.8%

Mech FPS game in all directions of space; follow the story and contribute to the fight for your homeland! Survive the space wars as an up-and-coming soldier with the toughest warriors around!

Why similar: Space 52.9%, Sci-fi 22.1%, Action 19.8%, Indie 5.2%

Space Battle VR is an action shooter set in space. It supports VR controllers to give you a real feel how it is to be a spaceship pilot. You can truly feel the cosmos with this game. Jump into an awesome adventure, help mankind, win a war, bring freedom and happiness to the universe. People need you!

Why similar: Space Sim 30.1% ★, Space 23.5%, Simulation 14.4%, Action 13%, Sci-fi 10.9%

Redout: Space Assault is arcade space battle, coupling the trademark Redout adrenaline with the thrill of combat. Outsmart, outmaneuver, overpower, outclass your opponents in lightning-fast, adrenaline-inducing single-player space combat.

Why similar: Space Sim 31.6% ★, Space 23.8%, Simulation 18.1%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Action 9.1%

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 43.8%, Space Sim 25.8% ★, Sci-fi 14.6%, Action 9.9%, Indie 5.9%

Be part of the action! SPACE RIFT is the first part of a breathtaking action space adventure with a captivating story specifically designed for Virtual Reality!Experience the excitement of flying through the expanses of our galaxy up close in your own cockpit and join the fight for the freedom of humanity on Mars!

Why similar: Simulation 33.7%, Space Sim 24.8% ★, Space 20%, Action 17.4%, Indie 4.1%

Air Guardians is a flight combat game set in the distant future. A world government is attempting to seal their grip on power, and an air force of advanced fighter craft is called upon to fight them. Fly through several different levels, with cut scenes between missions and in game narration.

Why similar: Simulation 52.6%, Action 20.8%, Sci-fi 14.5%, Indie 12.1%

Defend Earth's orbital station from alien invaders in SPACE WARS, a fast-paced arcade shooter. Customize your ship, upgrade weapons, and battle through intense levels to save humanity in this action-packed space adventure.

Why similar: Space Sim 42.6% ★, Space 29.7%, Simulation 22.3%, Indie 5.5%

Space Battlecruiser is an arcade style, top down space shooter where you control a heavily armed capital ship. Battle against squadrons of fighters, fleets of warships, heavily defended space stations, and powerful command ships. Learn to master weaponry and special abilities like the Energy Shield.

Why similar: Action 60.2%, Indie 39.8%

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 32%, Space Sim 25.3% ★, Simulation 23.4%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Action 6.3%

Pilot your ship in the seamless open world made of space, planets, and more. Find new ships and equipment, find allies and beat all the enemies in this open source space shooter!

Why similar: Space 58.2%, Action 22.2%, Indie 14.2%, Sci-fi 5.5%

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 33.2%, Simulation 23.7%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Action 16.6%, Indie 8.8%

Take control of a squadron of ships in full 3D space combat. Explore, battle and trade your way through a pirate, machine and monster-infested solar system.

Why similar: Space 36%, Simulation 21.8%, Action 19%, Sci-fi 13.7%, Indie 9.6%

Operate an advanced mining ship in a fully destructible and open-world environment!

Why similar: Simulation 32.8%, Space 26.9%, Action 21.8%, Indie 11%, Sci-fi 7.5%

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: Space Sim 51.4% ★, Space 22.1%, Action 17.2%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Indie 1.5%

Jump in your Minos Starfighter and blast your enemies into space dust in virtual reality. Maintain law and order at the mysterious and beautiful edge of inhabited space as you complete increasingly difficult contracts for the United Trade Consortium.

Why similar: Simulation 26.4%, Space Sim 22.8% ★, Space 22.4%, Action 13.4%, Indie 7.9%

A physics-based mining sim, set in the thickest debris field in Sol. Every action has a reaction, lasers are invisible without a medium, and your thrust is a potent weapon. Find trade, adapt your equipment to your playstyle, hire a crew to help. Unravel the mysteries of the rings, or just get rich.

Why similar: Space Sim 33.6% ★, Space 29.6%, Simulation 15.2%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Action 8%

CDF Starfighter VR Remastered is a VR space combat simulator that puts you in the cockpit of the CDF`s most advanced starfighters. Engage a variety of enemies in 4 different game modes and play the part of Lt. Rodgers in the extensive VR Campaign Mode.

Why similar: Simulation 35.9%, Space 24.3%, Action 17.4%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Indie 11%

Azulgar: Star Commanders is a Sci-Fi open world sandbox game that puts you in a command of your own custom made space ship. Explore aftermath of the Azulgar event that reshaped the face of the solar system.

Why similar: Simulation 30.7%, Space 28.5%, Action 16.8%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Indie 9.8%

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: Simulation 31.9%, Space 26.5%, Action 16.7%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Indie 11.5%

Battlevoid: Harbinger is a hard sci-fi space exploration game blending roguelike, turn-based, star map strategy, and real-time space battles. You are a young commander venturing out into enemy territories, to unknown galaxies, never knowing what you will face as you jump out from hyperspace.

Why similar: Space 47.4%, Simulation 27.1%, Action 10.6%, Sci-fi 8%, Indie 6.9%