Games Like Universe Sandbox

The world's first science-based photorealistic interactive 3D planetarium that models the entire Universe, using procedural generation for uncharted areas.

Why similar: Space Sim 17%, Science 16.2%, Space 10.6%, Education 10.3%, Sandbox 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers an immense procedurally generated, scientifically modeled universe to freely explore, making it the closest companion for the awe and scale of Universe Sandbox.

In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.

Why similar: Science 20.3%, Space Sim 18.8%, Space 16.4%, Sandbox 11.3%, Physics 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its detailed orbital mechanics and open-ended rocket construction make spaceflight experimentation both playful and genuinely educational.

Bring to life anything you can imagine from rockets and airplanes to cars and more. Automate them with a visual programming language. Explore 3D planets and make your own. Share your creations online. Complete contracts, conquer milestones, and unlock technology in the newly added Career Mode.

Why similar: Science 20.7%, Space Sim 20.1%, Education 12.6%, Space 8.9%, Sandbox 8%

Why You'll Like It: This physics-heavy vehicle-building sandbox lets you design spacecraft, fly missions, and experiment with realistic celestial mechanics.

In Spaceflight Simulator, you will get to build your rockets, plan launches and flights, attempt landings, deploy payloads and explore new worlds.

Why similar: Space Sim 26.7%, Science 19.5%, Space 13.5%, Sandbox 13.2%, Simulation 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its accessible 2D rocket construction and orbital flight model make it an excellent lighter alternative for spaceflight experimentation.

Physics sandbox game that uses a graphics card as a supercomputer. Change the laws of physics, design mechanisms, create A-Life worlds and inhabit them with living beings, experiment with evolution and AI.

Why similar: Space Sim 22.4%, Sandbox 18.2%, Physics 15.8%, Education 14.8%, Space 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: It is explicitly designed as a sandbox for simulating spacecraft, gravity, orbital systems, and other physics-driven space scenarios.

Dynamic abstract sandbox universe. Changes and evolves as you do.

Why similar: Space 20.2%, God Game 16% ★, Sandbox 13.3%, Space Sim 13%, Open World 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: You grow from a small celestial body into a roaming solar system, blending relaxing space sandbox play with planetary-scale chaos.

A fictional universe sandbox/exploration game. 🪐☄️✨ Shape your own solar system by terraforming planets. Find new species and make beautiful ecosystems . . . or breed destruction with volcanos, lightning storms and wildfires!

Why similar: God Game 29.5% ★, Space Sim 24.1%, Sandbox 11.8%, Space 11.4%, Family Friendly 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This science-oriented god sandbox lets you shape worlds and life while retaining a strong cosmic and simulation-focused atmosphere.

WorldBox is the ULTIMATE god simulator and sandbox game. A petri dish for your fantasy civilizations. Create your own world or destroy it using many powers. Watch civilizations grow, form kingdoms, colonize new lands, sail to far continents, wars to ignite, empires to fall and towns to burn!

Why similar: God Game 45.5% ★, Destruction 20%, Sandbox 19.6%, Simulation 6.6%, Relaxing 5%

Why You'll Like It: Although fantasy-themed rather than astronomical, it captures the pleasure of observing, shaping, and catastrophically disrupting simulated worlds.

A simple black hole simulator.

Why similar: Space Sim 27.2%, Science 20.1%, Sandbox 12.5%, Realistic 9.4%, Physics 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It centers on experimenting with black holes and their destructive gravitational effects in a casual cosmic sandbox.

Start as an asteroid, grow by absorbing other celestial bodies to become a planet, a star, and ultimately a black hole. Experience realistic gravity and orbital physics in an ever-evolving sandbox universe.

Why similar: God Game 20.9% ★, Space Sim 18.9%, Space 12.4%, Sandbox 9.2%, Physics 9%

Why You'll Like It: Its calm, physics-led space experience focuses on navigating and interacting with gravitational forces.

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

Why similar: Science 26.1%, Space 19.9%, Space Sim 14.6%, Realistic 14.1%, Simulation 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its deep treatment of orbital warfare, spacecraft engineering, and Newtonian physics suits players who enjoy science-driven space simulation.

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: God Game 26.8% ★, Science 22.3%, Education 14.1%, Sandbox 10.5%, Space 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes observing and influencing simulated life and ecosystems, appealing to the experimental god-game side of Universe Sandbox.

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: Science 18.9%, Space Sim 17.7%, Education 11.1%, Space 10.8%, Sandbox 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines rocket construction and space exploration in an open-ended physics sandbox format.

Satellite Command is a realistic, relaxing astrophysics simulator. Complete contracts with real data, launch and take control of ever more powerful Satellites, research advanced technology and build your Space Agency!

Why similar: Science 20.2%, Space Sim 19.1%, Education 14.1%, Space 10.9%, Sandbox 10%

Why You'll Like It: This mission-planning simulator has you operate satellites and probes, offering a more practical but similarly science-minded space experience.

Space Engineers is a sandbox engineering game where you design and build ships, stations, and planetary bases in a fully destructible environment. Explore planets and space, mine resources, survive hazards, and engage in combat alone or with friends in Creative or Survival modes.

Why similar: Space Sim 26.9%, Space 14.3%, Sandbox 12.8%, Physics 11.4%, Open World 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a highly moddable space construction sandbox with functional ships, stations, physics, and destructible environments.

Jump straight into managing your own planets as you guide a civilization through the ages. Build the ultimate empire in The Universim, a new breed of God Game in development by Crytivo.

Why similar: God Game 43.7% ★, Sandbox 16%, Space 13.1%, Science 6.8%, Open World 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: This god-game lets you guide a civilization from primitive beginnings to interplanetary expansion while managing planetary-scale systems.

Space Engineers 2 is a playable Early Access Alpha sandbox focused on engineering, exploration, and colonization in a fully destructible universe. Design and build ships, stations, and planetary bases while uncovering the story of Miro and Ivan Sokol. Help shape the future of the Almagest system.

Why similar: Science 16%, Destruction 15.1%, Space Sim 13.5%, Space 10.1%, Sandbox 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its next-generation building tools and physics-driven spacecraft sandbox continue the creative engineering appeal of its predecessor.

Take On Mars places you right in the middle of mankind’s most exciting undertaking. Start out in the seat of a rover operator, finish as the first human to have ever set foot on the Red Planet.

Why similar: Science 20.9%, Space Sim 18.7%, Space 18.4%, Education 9.5%, Simulation 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a hands-on Mars exploration and rover-building simulation with a strong emphasis on scientific missions.

A dynamic soft-body physics vehicle simulator capable of doing just about anything.

Why similar: Destruction 31.6%, Physics 15.5%, Sandbox 14.7%, Realistic 14.4%, Open World 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: While terrestrial rather than cosmic, its exceptionally detailed soft-body physics makes it a superb sandbox for realistic simulation and spectacular destruction.

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 19.2%, Science 18.1%, Space 12.8%, Physics 9%, Sci-fi 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its carefully simulated spacecraft handling, mining systems, and hard-science setting make it a compelling orbital-sandbox adjacent experience.

A single-developer passion project. A seamless full scale solar system. Thrilling action. Be part of an incredible journey as a Universe is built from the ground up!

Why similar: Space 26.3%, Space Sim 17.5%, Open World 16%, Sandbox 13.4%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This open-ended space exploration game lets you pilot, customize, and land a spacecraft across a procedurally generated galaxy.

Wage war across entire solar systems with massive armies at your command. Annihilate enemy forces with world-shattering TITAN-class units, and demolish planets with massive super weapons!

Why similar: Destruction 34.8%, Space 30.2%, Sci-fi 20.4%, Simulation 7.4%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its battles unfold across entire spherical planets and multiple worlds, delivering a rare sense of strategic planetary-scale spectacle.

A strange signal... an alien craft... an interplanetary, gravity-defying journey through space and time.

Why similar: Space Sim 26.6%, Space 17.4%, Physics 12.2%, Relaxing 8.8%, Realistic 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It turns gravity and planetary terrain into the core of a serene interstellar exploration experience.

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Why similar: Space 34.4%, Open World 18.4%, Exploration 16.3%, Sci-fi 12%, Atmospheric 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its compact solar system is governed by striking physical phenomena and rewards curious experimentation with planets, gravity, and cosmic events.

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 35.1%, Space 21%, Sci-fi 17.6%, Exploration 7.4%, Simulation 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Designing functional starships and seeing their systems perform in space offers satisfying simulation-driven experimentation.

Shape breathtaking worlds in Terra Firma 2, a vast simulation where your creations evolve through the forces of nature. Sculpt the land, then watch as weather, erosion, and life itself transform your world into a dynamic, living ecosystem- right down to every plant and creature.

Why similar: God Game 26.1% ★, Science 15.1%, Sandbox 11.3%, Physics 9%, Destruction 8.3%

Over 1000 unique components allow you to build and command voxel vehicles from the deep ocean to outer space! Forge strategies, allegiances and fleets strong enough to destroy eight deadly factions of the planet and reign supreme. A genre-defying mashup of simulation, building, RTS and RPG.

Why similar: Sandbox 32.8%, Space 28%, Physics 27.8%, Simulation 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its deep vehicle construction, damage modeling, and physics-heavy sandbox destruction scratch the same experimental engineering itch.

Explore the Solar System. Mine and drop asteroids. Colonize and terraform. Lead the space race and compete with other corporations on your way to profit. Watch the expansion of human race over the centuries.

Why similar: Science 21%, Space Sim 17.8%, Space 12.1%, Sandbox 9.8%, Physics 8.5%

"Falling sand" style particle sandbox, now with circuits and stickmen!

Why similar: God Game 23.5% ★, Destruction 16.6%, Science 15.2%, Education 12%, Sandbox 10.5%

Do whatever you want in a physics sandbox full of chaotic destruction, endless player-made creations and unpredictable adventures. Build, destroy, roleplay and mess around solo or with friends!

Why similar: Destruction 34.1%, Sandbox 20.4%, Open World 14.9%, Physics 14.1%, Family Friendly 10.9%

Be the architect of your own universe with Spore, an exciting single-player adventure. From Single Cell to Galactic God, evolve your creature in a universe of your own creations.

Why similar: God Game 27% ★, Science 20.9%, Space 11.2%, Sandbox 10.4%, Open World 9.5%

Kerbal Space Program 2 is the sequel to the acclaimed space-flight simulation game Kerbal Space Program. Enter the next generation of space adventure with exciting new parts, stunning visuals, fully revamped UI and Map View, and rich new environments to explore.

Why similar: Science 21.6%, Space Sim 16.9%, Space 11.6%, Sandbox 10.2%, Physics 8.8%

Fantasy Map Simulator: Create and watch imaginary worlds evolve over centuries. Design maps, simulate nations and their politics, and control destinies. See empires rise and fall on your desktop wallpaper. A unique simulation for history buffs and creative minds.

Why similar: God Game 66.4% ★, Sandbox 26.4%, Simulation 6%, Indie 1.2%

Falling-sand sandbox game with 500+ elements, chemistry, fire, life, food, and anything you can imagine.

Why similar: God Game 29.6% ★, Science 27.8%, Education 17.5%, Sandbox 13.6%, Relaxing 4.7%

Play with evolution! Species: ALRE is a scientifically-grounded, emergent simulation of natural selection. Creatures evolve and speciate in response to in-game mutation and selection forces, allowing you to experience and tinker with evolution in real-time.

Why similar: God Game 32.5% ★, Science 28%, Sandbox 18%, Simulation 9.2%, Education 5.8%

Use your godly powers to craft amazing pixel worlds or destroy the universe! Play with physics, over 200 elements and controllable heroes. Make your own games or levels, and then share your creations online. There are no limits to your creativity and imagination!

Why similar: God Game 33.3% ★, Sandbox 27%, Destruction 19.8%, Physics 10.4%, Simulation 7.2%

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: God Game 23% ★, Space 20.5%, Sandbox 14.1%, Open World 13.8%, Simulation 10.8%

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 39.5%, Space 19.8%, Open World 13.7%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Sandbox 6.5%

Create, Collect, and Crash in Autocraft, a physics destruction sandbox. Create your own cars, rockets, tanks, planes, boats, and more.

Why similar: Sandbox 25.6%, Space 17.8%, Physics 17.2%, Space Sim 15.5%, Simulation 10.8%

Slowmotion, gravitation control, destructible terrain, blackhole and much more! Destroy a small (huuge) building, using different types of weapons (even custom). When you get tired of exploding prepared structures, you can always visit the map editor to build whatever you want.

Why similar: Destruction 23.3%, God Game 23% ★, Sandbox 12.3%, Physics 10.2%, Realistic 9.3%

Welcome to Ultimate Epic Battle Simulator 2, the most ridiculous and insane battle simulator in existence! Create eye watering battles with hundreds of thousands, even millions of characters on screen! Jump into multiple campaigns in game or player made, or play in sandbox mode and FPS invasion

Why similar: God Game 49.4% ★, Sandbox 21.7%, Realistic 11.7%, Simulation 9.8%, Exploration 7.3%

FIREWORKS MANIA is a small casual explosive simulator game where you play around with fireworks, create beautiful firework shows or just blow stuff up.

Why similar: Destruction 26.8%, Sandbox 24.3%, Physics 17.8%, Exploration 9.4%, Simulation 7.3%

Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

Why similar: Sandbox 34%, Destruction 31.9%, Physics 22%, Simulation 6.4%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Be the Universe in this epic, award-winning reality simulation game - featuring thousands of playable characters, endless exploration, an extraordinary soundtrack and narration from Alan Watts.

Why similar: God Game 22.6% ★, Sandbox 16.2%, Open World 13.5%, Relaxing 11.4%, Simulation 10.4%

From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.

Why similar: Open World 24.3%, Realistic 23.1%, Simulation 18%, Physics 15.4%, Family Friendly 9.2%

Here is a sandbox like no other. Create massive battles with absolutely no limits. Want to see 10,000 chickens fight an army of Romans?? Sure, why not. Want to see a company of WW2 U.S soldiers fight 11,000 Medieval soldiers?? There are simply no limits to the carnage you can achieve in UEBS.

Why similar: Sandbox 51.5%, Simulation 24.7%, Open World 13.6%, Atmospheric 3.5%, Indie 3.3%

Play god and create your own world in this complex simulation. Plate tectonics, wind and water erosion and plant life all develop and interact to produce a world that is viewable from a single tree to kilometres across.

Why similar: God Game 41.7% ★, Destruction 17.2%, Sandbox 15.2%, Simulation 11.1%, Physics 8.3%

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: Science 21.1%, Space Sim 18.3%, Education 15.6%, Space 10.3%, Physics 7.8%

The sequel to the unfinished Sinking Simulator, now with a lot more POWER!!!! Witness your witty love of chaos and destruction sinking 2D ships and everything else on board!

Why similar: Destruction 37.1%, Sandbox 25.6%, Physics 14.8%, Simulation 13.3%, Casual 4.6%

Water Physics Simulation & Sandbox! Build ships and let them sink! Build cars and let them sink! Use bombs and destroy ragdolls. Play with natural disasters or create towns.

Why similar: Destruction 26.1%, God Game 22.4% ★, Sandbox 18.2%, Physics 14.7%, Simulation 9.4%

The Sapling is a simulation game where you design your own plants, animals, algae and fungi, and put them in a world together. Or you turn on random mutations, and see what evolution does to your ecosystem!

Why similar: God Game 29.5% ★, Science 25.9%, Sandbox 12.5%, Education 11.4%, Open World 6.2%

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 Sim 24.1%, Science 21.1%, Space 13%, Realistic 8.2%, Physics 7.3%

Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you create and observe custom AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Paint beautiful maps and scenarios, and command nations to change history into your liking!

Why similar: God Game 58.8% ★, Sandbox 25%, Simulation 10.2%, Casual 3.5%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Equipped with cutting-edge salvaging tech, carve & slice spaceships to recover valuable materials. Upgrade your gear to take on more lucrative contracts and pay your billion credits debt to LYNX Corp!

Why similar: Destruction 21.5%, Space 17.4%, Space Sim 16.3%, Physics 11.7%, Sandbox 10.5%

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: Space Sim 32.2%, Sandbox 15.4%, Education 14.3%, Realistic 9.6%, Space 9.3%

Prepare the perfect heist in a fully destructible, simulated voxel world. Tear down walls with vehicles or use explosives to create your own shortcuts. Shape the environment to your advantage in the most creative ways you can imagine. Play solo or with up to 12 players in multiplayer.

Why similar: Destruction 41.7%, Sandbox 19.7%, Physics 17.7%, Realistic 10.8%, Simulation 5.8%

Astrox Imperium is a relaxing space game where you fly around a generated universe. Mining, Fighting, Building, Exploring, and Surviving. What makes this game unique? You have complete control of how it plays. A robust sandbox and lots of MOD tools. Make it your game, and play it your own way.

Why similar: Space Sim 28.7%, Space 25.9%, Sandbox 13%, Open World 10.7%, Simulation 7.8%

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 Sim 24.8%, Space 17%, Physics 12.5%, Sandbox 9.6%, Relaxing 8.2%