- #1 Solar System VR
97% matchMostly Positive74% of 321 reviews2020
Dev: Split Light Studio
Windows
An educational virtual reality journey through space. Be the first space tourist in history and explore planets and moons in our Solar System like never before. You can experience a journey to the Earth's moon, explore Mars, and even see the surface of Enceladus, one of Saturn's moons.
Why similar: VR 28.7%, Space 23.6%, Education 21%, Simulation 15.7%, Adventure 8.6%
- #2 Journey to Alien Worlds
96% matchVery Positive94% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: IdeographerPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
You can experience how it feels to stand on the surface of planets, satellites or comets, view the amazing scenery there, and get a better understanding of the differences between these heavenly bodies and the Earth.
Why similar: VR 35.9%, Simulation 22.1%, Space 21.1%, Adventure 11.8%, Indie 9.1%
- #3 Orders of Magnitude
96% matchVery Positive97% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: Ouroboro Soft Inc.
Windows
Have you ever wondered what the whole Universe looks like? With the myriad Galaxies, each containing billions of Stars, including our Solar System? Have you seen a Human Brain and its Neurons? DNA? What about the Electrons surrounding the tiny Atomic Nucleus? And what lies at even smaller scales?
Why similar: VR 21.5%, Simulation 21.1%, Education 18.5%, Space 16.7%, Science 13.2% ★
- #4 Apollo 11 VR
95% matchVery Positive82% of 606 reviews2016
Dev: Immersive VR Education Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Apollo 11 VR is the story of the greatest journey ever taken by humankind. This VR experience is a recreation of the events which took place between July 16th and July 24th 1969. Now for the first time ever you get to experience this historic event through the eyes of those who lived through it.
Why similar: VR 35.8%, Simulation 28.2%, Space 24%, Adventure 12%
- #5 The Body VR: Journey Inside a Cell
94% matchVery Positive92% of 271 reviews2016
Dev: The Body VR LLC
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%
The Body VR: Journey Inside a Cell is an educational virtual reality experience that takes the user inside the human body.
Why similar: VR 38%, Education 34.5%, Simulation 27.5%
- #6 Apollo 11 VR HD
94% matchMostly Positive79% of 270 reviews2018
Dev: Immersive VR Education Ltd.
Windows
Apollo 11 VR HD is the story of the greatest journey ever taken by humankind. Now you get to experience this historic event through the eyes of those who lived through it.
Why similar: Simulation 41.9%, VR 38.6%, Adventure 19.5%
- #7 The Grand Canyon VR Experience
93% matchMixed68% of 72 reviews2017
Dev: Immersive Entertainment, Inc.Pub: Immersive Entertainment, Inc
Windows
Explore one of nature's greatest wonders from the comfort of your home with the Grand Canyon VR Experience for HTC VIVE and Oculus Rift! Transport yourself on an epic journey into the heart of nature through the magic of Virtual Reality completely immersed in a fully dynamic and interactive beauty never before seen in VR.
Why similar: VR 52.2%, Simulation 24.9%, Adventure 12.6%, Indie 10.3%
- #8 OVERVIEW (A Walk Through The Universe)
92% matchMostly Positive73% of 122 reviews2018
Dev: Orbital Views
Windows
Overview is a mind-changing experience about our position in the Universe. With a narrative and an interactive mode, it features realistic imagery and accurate data to leave you in awe and wonder at the vastness of the Cosmos.
Why similar: Education 28%, Science 23.5% ★, VR 20%, Space 20%, Simulation 8.5%
- #9 WebbVR: The James Webb Space Telescope Virtual Experience
91% matchVery Positive90% of 70 reviews2018
Dev: Space Telescope Science Institute
Windows
Join the James Webb Space Telescope in orbit beyond the Moon and explore the universe from its perspective. Planetary systems are born, galaxies form, and stars emerge from within colorful nebulas—all before your eyes.
Why similar: VR 46.6%, Simulation 31.3%, Space 22.1%
- #10 Universe Sandbox
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 30,587 reviews2015
Dev: Giant Army
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Create & destroy on an unimaginable scale with a realistic physics-based space simulator. Explore the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Use science to bend the laws of gravity, collide planets, boil away oceans, fire epic space lasers, and customize your universe.
Why similar: Space 32.1%, Science 28.1% ★, Education 20.4%, Simulation 16.6%, Indie 2.8%
- #11 InMind VR
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 432 reviews2015
Dev: Luden.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 23%
InMind is a short scientific adventure with arcade elements designed for the Oculus VR. Submerge into the microworld and experience the miracles of the human mind.
Why similar: VR 60.4%, Education 22.8%, Science 10.3% ★, Indie 4.4%, Simulation 2.1%
- #12 Nature Treks VR
89% matchVery Positive83% of 293 reviews2017
Dev: John CarlinePub: GreenerGames
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 48 min≥1hr: 26%
Latest Update: Animal Kingdom. Explore tropical beaches, underwater oceans and even take to the stars. Discover over 60 different animals. Command the weather, take control of the night or create and shape your own world. Relax and immerse yourself into the Nature Treks VR experience.
Why similar: VR 45.5%, Simulation 40.1%, Indie 14.4%
- #13 SpaceEngine
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,936 reviews2019
Dev: Cosmographic Software
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 47.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The world's first science-based photorealistic interactive 3D planetarium that models the entire Universe, using procedural generation for uncharted areas.
Why similar: Space 29.5%, Education 27.4%, Science 26.4% ★, Simulation 12.2%, Indie 4.4%
- #14 Time Machine VR
88% matchMixed64% of 117 reviews2016
Dev: Minority Media Inc.
Windows
You are a time traveller tasked with exploring the Jurassic era and the creatures that once ruled the prehistoric oceans. Use an array of advanced tech tools to track, examine, and discover the scientific secrets of mosasaurs, livyatans, and megalodons, among others!
Why similar: VR 41.2%, Science 16.9% ★, Simulation 15.7%, Education 11.6%, Adventure 8.7%
- #15 4D Toys
86% matchVery Positive87% of 270 reviews2017
Dev: mtb design works, inc.
Windows
4D Toys: A box of toys from the fourth dimension.
Why similar: VR 34%, Simulation 30.4%, Education 23.6%, Indie 11.9%
- #16 CDF Starfighter VR
87% matchMixed63% of 103 reviews2017
Dev: MadAboutGamesStudios
Windows
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: VR 31.7%, Simulation 24.4%, Space 22.2%, Adventure 12.2%, Indie 9.5%
- #17 Irrational Exuberance: Prologue
86% matchVery Positive86% of 354 reviews2016
Dev: Buffalo Vision
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Awaken on an asteroid in deep space, underneath comets and giant stars. Designed for HTC Vive, Prologue introduces the critically-acclaimed world of Irrational Exuberance—a fever dream of interstellar interactions. Take the first step on a journey of risk, wonder and discovery.
Why similar: VR 54.8%, Adventure 25.9%, Indie 19.3%
- #18 Vacation Simulator
82% matchVery Positive91% of 1,045 reviews2019
Dev: Owlchemy Labs
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The latest VR sensation from the creators of ‘Job Simulator’, now with free DLC! Welcome to Vacation Simulator: a rough approximation of VACATION inspired by real human NOT JOBBING. Reallocate your bandwidth and get ready to splash, s’more, snowball, and selfie your way to optimal relaxation.
Why similar: VR 62.2%, Simulation 30.2%, Indie 7.6%
- #19 Realities
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 266 reviews2016
Dev: realities.io
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Explore what was out of reach before - travel to mesmerizing real world places and discover their stories!
Why similar: VR 59.6%, Simulation 26%, Adventure 14.3%
- #20 Discovering Space 2
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: Discovering VR
Windows
Discovering Space 2 is all about exploration. There’s no action, shooting or explosions, just sightseeing, discovery and relaxation on an epic scale.Calming, wondrous and adventurous.
Why similar: Simulation 71.8%, Indie 28.2%
- #21 Aurora Nights
82% matchVery Positive84% of 338 reviews2016
Dev: Vladimir Maslov
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Aurora Nights is an entertaining educational game for learning to identify the constellations.
Why similar: Education 46.9%, Space 39.7%, Indie 13.5%
- #22 Go For Launch: Mercury
81% matchVery Positive81% of 73 reviews2021
Dev: Joe ChisholmPub: First Time Games
Windows
Re-live the early days of spaceflight in the accurate, detailed and exciting simulation of the Mercury spacecraft.
Why similar: VR 31.7%, Education 29.7%, Space 20.1%, Simulation 14%, Indie 4.5%
- #23 Google Earth VR
80% matchVery Positive94% of 4,095 reviews2016
Dev: Google
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Google Earth VR lets you explore the world from totally new perspectives in virtual reality. Stroll the streets of Tokyo, soar over the Grand Canyon, or walk around the Eiffel Tower.
Why similar: VR 75%, Simulation 18.3%, Adventure 6.7%
- #24 Interkosmos
81% matchVery Positive80% of 422 reviews2017
Dev: Ovid Works
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 88.3 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Interkosmos is an arcady astronaut adventure in VR. Brace yourself for a rush of hectic gameplay to challenge your inner cosmonaut, and a fun story full of twists and Cold War absurdities.
Why similar: VR 35.3%, Simulation 22.4%, Space 22.4%, Adventure 11.1%, Indie 8.8%
- #25 Short Circuit VR
79% matchVery Positive82% of 132 reviews2018
Dev: Stefan BauwensPub: N/A
Windows
Short Circuit VR is an electronics lab simulator in Virtual Reality. You can build your own electronic circuits with the components provided, learn basic electronics by completing challenges and just have fun while experimenting and making awesome projects!
Why similar: Simulation 44.5%, VR 38.2%, Indie 17.3%
- #26 Tiny Space Academy
78% matchMixed63% of 54 reviews2021
Dev: Full Orbit Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Tiny Space Academy is a 2D space sim where you can grow your own space agency and explore our solar system with rockets you design! Learn basic orbital mechanics, run science experiments, and get your astronauts back to Earth safely.
Why similar: Space 38.1%, Education 32.8%, Simulation 22.7%, Indie 6.5%
- #27 Cosmonious High
75% matchVery Positive94% of 286 reviews2022
Dev: Owlchemy Labs
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
From the makers of Job Simulator and Vacation Simulator— Welcome to Cosmonious High! Owlchemy Labs presents an out-of-this-world VR experience with their hallmark interactivity and distinctive humor. Meet a colorful cast, adapt outrageous powers, and discover the source of the school’s malfunctions.
Why similar: VR 48.4%, Space 39%, Adventure 12.6%
- #28 X Rebirth VR Edition
79% matchMixed56% of 300 reviews2017
Dev: Egosoft
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
X Rebirth VR Edition is tailored to be an immersive VR experience, based on X Rebirth: Home of Light. TRADE, FIGHT, BUILD, THINK in the X Universe - the biggest sandbox this side of the galaxy.
Why similar: VR 54.9%, Simulation 29%, Space 16.1%
- #29 The Solus Project
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,612 reviews2016
Dev: HourencesPub: Teotl Studios
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
The Solus Project is a single player exploration adventure with survival elements. The adventure is set on a mysterious planet and is the spiritual successor to The Ball - 2010 PC Gamer Action/Adventure Game Of The Year...
Why similar: VR 41.3%, Space 27.6%, Adventure 14.1%, Simulation 12.3%, Indie 4.8%
- #30 Far Beyond: A space odyssey VR
78% matchMixed69% of 171 reviews2016
Dev: Mains Digitales InteractivePub: The Small Game Company
Windows
Far Beyond: A space odyssey VR is the first hardcore Rogue-like in Virtual Reality with a Sci-fi atmosphere and AAA graphics. It features a hard but rich gameplay focused on resources management, craft and strategy.
Why similar: VR 43.2%, Simulation 22.8%, Space 12.7%, Adventure 12.1%, Indie 9.1%
- #31 Moon Journey - China's Lunar Exploration Digital Museum
71% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: 郝锐昌工作室
Windows
"Journey to the Moon" is an interactive game that combines lunar exploration with art, culture and science popularization. The core of its development is "space life is coming eventually".
Why similar: Science 23.7% ★, VR 22.7%, Space 20.2%, Education 16.6%, Simulation 10.5%
- #32 Reentry - A Space Flight Simulator
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,212 reviews2025
Dev: Lyra Creative
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Do you have what it takes to become an astronaut? Reentry is a realistic space flight simulator inspired by the early NASA space programs, from orbiting Earth in Mercury and Gemini, to the moon landing in project Apollo. Learn the procedures. Operate the spacecraft. Complete the mission.
Why similar: Space 25.4%, Science 21.8% ★, VR 18.7%, Education 17.8%, Simulation 13.5%
- #33 StarbaseSim
70% matchVery Positive97% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: AshtorakSimGames
Windows · Linux
Operate the Starship space launch system and learn how to catch a rocket to understand what it takes to colonize Mars in this ever-evolving simulation of SpaceX Starbase Texas.
Why similar: Education 39.5%, Simulation 32.9%, Space 27.6%
- #34 Solar System
77% matchMixed44% of 55 reviews2017
Dev: RewindApp
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Rediscover the solar system! Solar System is a relaxing game, which will allow you to deepen your knowledge of the Solar System by interacting with the planets!
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #35 FORM
74% matchVery Positive91% of 979 reviews2017
Dev: Charm Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Enter a surreal adventure where puzzles are built from dreams and memories. Solve the mystery behind an ancient artifact. Advance through a world that transforms around you. Transcend this existence.
Why similar: VR 51.1%, Adventure 28.3%, Indie 20.7%
- #36 Cosmic Sugar VR
74% matchVery Positive93% of 415 reviews2016
Dev: David LobserPub: Object Normal
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Cosmic Sugar is an elegant, GPU driven simulation space. Vive wands become attractors or repulsors which allow you to craft nebulas. The controls are very simple, but it takes some time to explore all of the possibilities. Thanks to East Forest for the trailer music.
Why similar: VR 56.2%, Simulation 43.8%
- #37 Zero-G VR
76% matchMixed70% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: Linkus Studio
Windows
Experience the zero-gravity spacewalk flight, feel the edge of the universe and its black holes, immerse yourself in an asteroid cloud escape to the space shuttle. Please don't forget your space suit!
Why similar: VR 41.1%, Simulation 33.5%, Adventure 16.1%, Indie 9.3%
- #38 VOYAGER
70% matchVery Positive95% of 167 reviews2023
Dev: Planetary Gears
Windows · Linux
Come with us now on a journey through music and space... To the world of VOYAGER ◯∘ A minimalist, relaxing & atmospheric experience to chill out to for a while…
Why similar: Space 55.1%, Simulation 30.7%, Adventure 14.2%
- #39 Detached
75% matchMixed56% of 376 reviews2017
Dev: Anshar StudiosPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Detached is a suspenseful interstellar duel that demands tactics and skill to survive. Separated from your unit you must make smart decisions and race to safety in this visceral exploration of deep space. Strap yourself into your spacesuit for thrilling gameplay designed for VR headsets.
Why similar: VR 42.5%, Simulation 20.4%, Space 18.2%, Adventure 11.5%, Indie 7.3%
- #40 Home - A VR Spacewalk
73% matchMixed70% of 432 reviews2017
Dev: BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 17%
Home puts you at the center of the story, taking you on an emotional and personal journey while delivering beautiful, heart-stopping, and memorable moments.
Why similar: VR 68.1%, Adventure 31.9%
- #41 The VR Museum of Fine Art
72% matchVery Positive87% of 320 reviews2016
Dev: Finn Sinclair
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 36%
JUST UPDATED: Explore the Second Floor of the Museum! Explore a virtual museum in room-scale VR: see famous sculptures in full, 1:1 scale and see famous paintings without the limitations of glass and security guards.
Why similar: VR 56.9%, Simulation 30.9%, Indie 12.2%
- #42 Journey to Foundation
68% matchMixed59% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Archiact Interactive Ltd.
Windows
A story-driven adventure among the stars, Journey to Foundation puts you at the center of your own sci-fi saga. Unleash your unique Mentalic abilities, gain information through diplomacy or coercion, and choose who to trust. Where will your journey lead you?
Why similar: VR 46.6%, Space 46%, Adventure 7.3%
- #43 Mars Odyssey
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 50 reviews2016
Dev: Steel Wool Studios
Windows
Mars Odyssey is a single player VR simulator experience. Land on Earth’s sister planet. Walk the surface of Mars in your living room and interact with full-scale, realistic NASA Landers and Rovers. Learn about the Red Planet, its history, and its geography in this interactive experience. Play time: 20 min.
Why similar: VR 50%, Simulation 42.7%, Indie 7.3%
- #44 Museum of Symmetry
71% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2018
Dev: National Film Board of CanadaPub: Astrea
Windows
Museum of Symmetry is a room-scale 20-minute narrative VR experience featuring 2D animation in a 3D playground. Come and meet vivacious characters on a kaleidoscopic joyride through landscapes of earth, fire, wind and water. There are no rules here. Just enjoy.
Why similar: Simulation 38.4%, VR 24.8%, Adventure 20.4%, Indie 16.3%
- #45 CAPCOM GO! Apollo VR Planetarium
71% matchVery Positive86% of 88 reviews2019
Dev: NSC Creative
Windows
Take a seat and immerse yourself in one of our 3D dome movies. Explore the interactive planetarium controls to discover stars, constellations, holograms and lasers! Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Moon landings, explore the wonders of the cosmos and take a tour of the International Space Station.
Why similar: Simulation 70.1%, Indie 29.9%
- #46 Aery VR - A Journey Beyond Time
68% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2023
Dev: EpiXR Games UG
Windows
In Aery – A Journey Beyond Time you are in the role of a flying god-like creature which observes the world and their inhabitants while they grow and evolve through time. Are you ready to explore time itself?
Why similar: VR 51.9%, Simulation 32.6%, Adventure 11%, Indie 4.5%
- #47 Black Hole Simulator
69% matchVery Positive82% of 153 reviews2021
Dev: PanGuoJun
Windows
A simple black hole simulator.
Why similar: Science 56.2% ★, Simulation 40.1%, Indie 3.8%
- #48 Solarium
72% matchMixed69% of 130 reviews2017
Dev: Sunfleck Software
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Challenge yourself. What do you really know about plants? Want to find out? And win some points to build your own custom plants? Then welcome to Solarium!
Why similar: Education 30.3%, Simulation 24.8%, Science 24.7% ★, Adventure 14.5%, Indie 5.6%
- #49 Planetary Life
61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 743 reviews2025
Dev: Sotenbox
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Manipulate climate, add plants and evolve creatures in this planet and life sandbox simulation game. From cells to civilizations, spread life throughout the whole planet. Or just enjoy watching your creation burn!
Why similar: Science 38.2% ★, Education 25%, Simulation 19.2%, Space 17.6%
- #50 Rocket Science
68% matchVery Positive80% of 160 reviews2020
Dev: unbeGames
Windows
Take part in a space program. Design spacecrafts and send them off to explore the vast expanses of space. Experience the real scale of the Solar system and the size of its celestial bodies.
Why similar: Space 29.2%, Science 29% ★, Education 27.7%, Simulation 14.1%
- #51 Space Mechanic Simulator
66% matchMixed63% of 117 reviews2023
Dev: Atomic JellyPub: Wildlands Interactive
Windows
Become a Space Mechanic! Get your hands dirty, explore the depths of space and repair broken machinery. Diagnose problems using diagrams and tools, perform repairs, manage your resources and watch the simulated machinery come alive. Or just gaze upon the beauty of the Solar System.
Why similar: Space 36.7%, Science 34.3% ★, Simulation 21%, Indie 7.9%
- #52 Orbit HD
70% matchMixed58% of 89 reviews2015
Dev: Brainchild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Explore the cosmos as a comet, orbiting planets with a realistic gravity system and a backdrop of procedurally generated nebulae. Learn to use planetary gravity to your advantage, and relax in the ambience of space.
Why similar: Space 56.9%, Simulation 24.7%, Adventure 11.7%, Indie 6.7%
- #53 Chroma Lab
67% matchVery Positive96% of 327 reviews2017
Dev: Sean Tann
Windows
Chroma Lab is a VR particle physics sandbox. Surround yourself with hundreds of thousands of colorful particles that stick together like a fluid which you can interact with using a variety of tools.
Why similar: VR 50.4%, Simulation 36.3%, Indie 13.2%
- #54 AGOS - A Game Of Space
67% matchMixed63% of 103 reviews2020
Dev: Ubisoft
Windows
Explore unique star systems in AGOS: A Game of Space! Scavenge resources, face the danger of space and save humankind.
Why similar: VR 38.4%, Simulation 28.3%, Space 18.3%, Adventure 15%
- #55 Seeking Dawn
67% matchMixed68% of 809 reviews2018
Dev: Multiverse
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Welcome to Seeking Dawn, a multiplayer survival VR adventure that takes you far beyond the solar system. Step into the shoes of a soldier discovering a hostile planet, where predators roam free and enemies are ruthless.
Why similar: VR 64%, Adventure 21.1%, Indie 15%
- #56 Space Accident VR
61% matchVery Positive83% of 236 reviews2025
Dev: VR-WRGPub: Whale Rock Games
Windows
Step into the future with our groundbreaking VR game set in the year 2119, where humanity embarks on a historic journey into space. Join the "CCM-1" (Callisto Colonization Mission) expedition, aimed at the enigmatic moon of Jupiter - Callisto.
Why similar: VR 73.9%, Adventure 26.1%