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  1. #1 One Time In Space
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Elanetic
    Windows · Mac

    Build and navigate your ship as it barrels through space. Machines, pipes, and wiring; all necessities to keep your ship running. Survive and explore.

    Why similar: Space Sim 23.8%, Mining 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Crafting 8.6%, Space 7.8%

  2. #2 Infinite Voyager
    96% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: cGh ONE
    Windows

    Far from Earth, mankind hasn't changed in the centuries since we've reached the stars. Across this wide-open galaxy, you'll find merchants, builders, and explorers. The more adventurous are colonizers, conquerors, and even space pirates. And you, Voyager? What will you be?

    Why similar: Space Sim 29%, Space 12.6%, Top-Down Shooter 10.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Action 8.1%

  3. #3 Parsec Express
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Thulu Games
    Windows · Mac

    Explore a scientifically grounded version of our solar system in this 2D space adventure. Mine asteroids, fight hostile ships, navigate the cold silence between worlds, and choose your place among rival factions.

    Why similar: Space Sim 34.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Futuristic 8.5%, Space 7.7%, Top-Down 7.1%

  4. #4 Asteroid Mining Empire
    95% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nightingale Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Asteroid Mining Empire is a sci-fi mining progression game where you harvest asteroid fields, earn credits, unlock upgrades, expand your ship and drone systems, and push toward powerful long-term rebirth progression as your small operation grows into a space industry.

    Why similar: Space Sim 47.5%, Mining 15%, Space 8.9%, Top-Down 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

  5. #5 black screen
    94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: captkuso
    Windows · Linux

    Trade to make your fortune in this lo-fi, laid back space adventure, where you'll get help from anthropomorphic animals, gear up your ship, and search for the mythical key to immortality hidden in the depths of space.

    Why similar: Space Sim 42.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Exploration 8.4%, Top-Down 7.4%, Action 4.7%

  6. #6 Rockhopper
    94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Limited Bits
    Windows

    Become a space mining astronaut in this chill rogue-lite mining game. Explore, mine and complete objectives while unlocking and upgrading your equipment along the way.

    Why similar: Space Sim 24.8%, Mining 24.5%, Crafting 11.4%, Space 11.1%, Futuristic 6.6%

  7. #7 The Colony: New Haven Chronicles
    93% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Aurora Games StudioPub: indie.io
    Windows

    New Haven is a utopia under a red moon, turned into a dystopian nightmare. You are a prisoner with no name, waking up in the middle of an emergency. Fight for survival guided by an enigmatic voice in your head, explore a falling world, solve puzzles, and unravel dark secrets.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Futuristic 7.9%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Top-Down 7.9%

  8. #8 Gears of Dissent
    92% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
    Dev: Jacob Gislason
    Windows

    Explore a world of secrets and opposition at every turn, and smash through it in fast-paced top-down combat! This game is a short 2–3 hour experience that aims for high quality of life, worldbuilding, and gameplay without demanding weeks of your time!

    Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Exploration 10.8%, Top-Down 8.1%, Futuristic 6.2%

  9. #9 Relative Frame
    91% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: pangolin studios
    Windows

    Explore space in a hand crafted, physics based universe, with immersive sound and atmosphere. Fight and board ships, collect rare cargo, and upgrade your ship.

    Why similar: Space Sim 36.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Action 7.8%, Exploration 7.5%, Adventure 6.9%

  10. #10 Subdivision Infinity DX
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 105 reviews2019
    Dev: MistFly GamesPub: Crescent Moon Games
    Windows

    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 41.1%, Space 16.5%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Action 9%, Exploration 7.6%

  11. #11 Void Guard
    90% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2023
    Dev: Matthew CarlsonPub: DET@ACU
    Windows · Mac

    Follow the Void Guardian as she inspects a space station after receiving a distress beacon from it and help her vanquish the hidden evil.

    Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Top-Down 10.3%, Action 7.8%, Sci-fi 7.4%

  12. #12 AraCore Astromining Ventures
    89% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: El Crabo Grande Games
    Windows · Linux

    Take to the asteroid belt and fly as a rookie mining ship pilot, exploring space and mining asteroids, earning money to save your community on Mars in this story-driven space action game. Your choices and actions will shape the unfolding story, changing the fate of all those you meet.

    Why similar: Mining 25.1%, Space Sim 24%, Space 12.1%, Futuristic 7.7%, Exploration 7.5%

  13. #13 2 Minutes 16 Seconds (2分16秒)
    89% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2023
    Dev: Tiansu Game Design
    Windows

    This is a 2D Pixel Top-Down Space Shooter Game. The game implemented Rogue-Lite elements, like the survivor series.

    Why similar: Space Sim 37.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Space 7.6%, Top-Down 7.6%, Futuristic 7.3%

  14. #14 Galaxar
    88% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Exhibyte
    Windows

    Defend Terra against the onslaught of hostile invaders in this 2D top-down space shooter. Upgrade and empower your ship's different systems to stand a chance against the growing threat. If you fall, Terra falls, and the rest of the galaxy will soon follow.

    Why similar: Space Sim 25.4%, Metroidvania 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Exploration 7.3%, Top-Down 5.9%

  15. #15 Space Outpost Sigma
    87% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: SigmaReels
    Windows

    A single-player 2D top-down pixel game with space physics. Mine asteroids in the middle of an asteroid field using manual controls or by directing mining drones. Protect the outpost, buy from trading ships, mine as much ore as you can and survive as long as possible! Do you have what it takes?

    Why similar: Space Sim 27.4%, Mining 26.2%, Space 11.5%, Top-Down 8.6%, Futuristic 8.3%

  16. #16 Space Light
    86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Flex UnitPub: Barabanshchykov Denys
    Windows

    Get ready to embark on a thrilling space adventure across the cosmos, where you'll explore new planets, engage in thrilling space battles, and shape the fate of humanity among the stars.

    Why similar: Space Sim 26.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Futuristic 11.7%, Space 9.7%, Crafting 7.9%

  17. #17 Salvager
    86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Fox and Hollow Studios
    Windows

    Physics-based arcade, top-down space shooter. Pilot the Salvager, collect salvage to upgrade your ship, balancing an economy by mining asteroids and fending off waves of enemy ships, ultimately growing so large as to destroy planets.

    Why similar: Space Sim 36.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Futuristic 9%, Space 7.1%, Top-Down 7.1%

  18. #18 Interstellar Rift
    85% matchMixed68% of 1,655 reviews2020
    Dev: Split PolygonPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 33.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Interstellar Rift is an open world starship simulator with an emphasis on ship construction and multi-player interaction. Survive in a hostile galaxy with your own custom designed and constructed starship. Invite other players to join your crew or fight them across the galaxy!

    Why similar: Space Sim 31%, Mining 21.2%, Crafting 11.6%, Space 8.7%, Futuristic 8.4%

  19. #19 CROSSFIRE II (AMIGA)
    84% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: DreamworldsPub: 1999UEM
    Windows

    Crossfire II is an Retro / Arcade / Top-Down Shooter, originally released in 2002 for the AMIGA. The main part of the game is a classic, fast paced, single player story campaign. Fly different space ships and fight, to save the universe as you know it. Also you get a survival and a local PvP mode.

    Why similar: Space Sim 42.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Space 10.7%, Action 8.6%, Top-Down 6.7%

  20. #20 无尽星海(Endless Stars)
    84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Lxy
    Windows

    The story takes place in the distant future. You will play a captain of a star ship and go into deep space. You need to manage your resources carefully. In the game, you can investigate the outliers of various planets, discover the wonders of the universe or learn the stories of lost civilizations.

    Why similar: Space Sim 47.9%, Space 18%, Futuristic 15.5%, Exploration 10.1%, Adventure 4.1%

  21. #21 Deep Claims
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Promination Studios
    Windows

    Deep Claims is a space exploration game where you upgrade your ship and equipment in order to mine increasingly valuable and hazardous asteroids. Can you make it to the core?

    Why similar: Space Sim 30.6%, Crafting 16.1%, Space 12.8%, Exploration 11.4%, Mining 8.2%

  22. #22 Voidship: Redux
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cydonian Games
    Windows

    Build a battleship and fight through unforgiving space to save your people. Make strategic decisions, guide your people, meet allies and foes, and battle for your right for a home. The tale of a lone spaceship on a centuries-long mission from Voidship: The Long Journey greatly enhanced and updated!

    Why similar: Space Sim 37.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Futuristic 9.2%, Exploration 7.6%, Top-Down 7.4%

  23. #23 Void Surfer
    82% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Seared Entertainment
    Windows

    Harvest the galaxy, Design the perfect ship, Annihilate your enemies!

    Why similar: Space Sim 42.7%, Top-Down Shooter 27.5%, Exploration 8.2%, Action 5.4%, Shooter 4.6%

  24. #24 Magnetron Rebellion: Fully Loaded
    81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Sabre Rael
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You are a single ship outnumbered and outgunned by the enemy fleet. The one advantage you have is a powerful magnet that is capable of capturing the enemy bullets and firing them back at the enemy!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.5%, Top-Down 12.5%, Space 9.3%, Futuristic 8.5%, Action 7.3%

  25. #25 Astrominer
    81% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Roy El-Rayes
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Embark on an epic space adventure in AstroMiner, where you must build a base, overcome challenges, and construct a space ship to return home from the asteroid belt.

    Why similar: Space Sim 31.2%, Mining 24%, Space 11.8%, Exploration 8.2%, Crafting 5.6%

  26. #26 Eventide Matter
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 772 reviews2025
    Dev: Ottropi Games
    Windows

    A 2D space mining adventure. Mine exotic resources, unlock powerful equipment, and fend off relentless enemies to build an inter-dimensional portal, the last hope of salvation for your civilization.

    Why similar: Mining 25.3%, Crafting 15.8%, Space 11.3%, Top-Down 9.7%, Futuristic 9.1%

  27. #27 Weird Wormholes
    79% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: KelpMine
    Windows · Linux

    Weird Wormholes is a casual game about traveling through wormholes to try and get back home. Use your ship to mine planets for resources and process these resources into components to enable your travels.

    Why similar: Space Sim 41.7%, Mining 16.8%, Crafting 10.7%, Exploration 8.5%, Top-Down 7.9%

  28. #28 Future Weapon
    80% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Gabriel Echevarria
    Windows

    Future Weapon is an online space shooter where you can host a server for you and your friends to annihilate the universe together. Grab a gun, grab a spaceship, punch rocks, upgrade everything, and wreck the world. Join The Fleet! https://discord.gg/WN4UJaEc

    Why similar: Space Sim 35%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Crafting 10.4%, Futuristic 9%, Space 7.6%

  29. #29 Fairspace
    79% matchMixed68% of 38 reviews2015
    Dev: Sub Orbital Software
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Fairspace is an amateur developed open-ended space exploration, trading and combat game. A full and rich persistent universe awaits your discovery.

    Why similar: Space Sim 34.1%, Mining 22.1%, Space 10.4%, Futuristic 7.5%, Sci-fi 7.3%

  30. #30 Defense of the Earth
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 铖心
    Windows

    A【Pixel style, rouge、type horizontal、 shooting、 defense 】 game

    Why similar: Space Sim 40.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Top-Down 7.9%, Space 7.6%, Adventure 5.9%

  31. #31 PM-1 Inverse Universe
    78% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: PM Technology s.r.o
    Windows

    Top-down science fiction space shooter game with story inserted into dark space of universe.

    Why similar: Space Sim 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Action 9.2%, Space 8%, Adventure 7.8%

  32. #32 Mardori
    76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Iscreamdye
    Windows

    Mardori is a spaceshooter game with aspects of ARPG's. Upgrade your ship with various materials from missions, craft your equipment with damage or defense mods., create new weapons using blueprints, unlock new missions with Stargate.

    Why similar: Space Sim 37.8%, Crafting 19.4%, Space 14.6%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Top-Down 9.7%

  33. #33 Landinar: Into the Void
    77% matchMixed57% of 243 reviews2019
    Dev: Convoy Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Landinar: Into the Void is a top-down space-adventure-RPG. You are recruited as a rookie bounty hunter in the oppressive Landinar Empire. On your journey through the quadrant you will meet diverse characters, build your own spaceship and choose your battles.

    Why similar: Space Sim 37%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Space 17.6%, Action 6.8%, Adventure 6.6%

  34. #34 Cosmic Armada
    76% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2023
    Dev: Charged Software
    Windows

    A fleet combat and space exploration game. Pilot ships, control a fleet, build and upgrade colonies, mine resources, craft items, trade, upgrade your ships and fleet, carry out missions, board ships, destroy ships and get revenge on the empire that conquered your home planet.

    Why similar: Space Sim 33.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Space 12%, Top-Down 8.6%, Crafting 8.6%

  35. #35 Starcom: Unknown Space
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 4,082 reviews2024
    Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Starcom: Unknown Space is an action RPG of space exploration and adventure. Build your own starship while discovering an epic story in a universe of strange mysteries, alien factions and uncharted worlds.

    Why similar: Space Sim 35.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Space 18.1%, Exploration 9.1%, Sci-fi 7.3%

  36. #36 Residual
    75% matchMostly Positive75% of 32 reviews2021
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore a forgotten galaxy full of different planets, venture deeper into the planet to mine for rare resources, craft items to fix your ship, and discover ancient secrets and life forms. An exploration (survival) game like no other.. Adventure awaits!

    Why similar: Space Sim 32.6%, Crafting 11.7%, Space 10.7%, Futuristic 10.5%, Exploration 7.9%

  37. #37 Leaks In Space
    73% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Frostech Game Studio
    Windows

    Build your own Spaceship, Mine, Trade, Craft, Explore & Survive! Leaks in Space is a 2D space-sim sandbox where you pilot a pressurized ship. Battle and destroy pirate ships piece by piece, while managing your own ship's integrity and fatal leaks.

    Why similar: Space Sim 26.3%, Mining 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Space 9.6%, Top-Down 7%

  38. #38 Stardust Origins
    75% matchMostly Positive73% of 22 reviews2022
    Dev: Nikolaj Piet PaghPub: PetskullGames
    Windows

    You are a pilot, seeking revenge on your deceitful father who threw you into unknown space. Can you find your way back and get revenge? Experience a mix of 2D topdown space adventure and explore planets to discover quests, negotiate trades, mine, hunt and survive in an expanding universe.

    Why similar: Space Sim 32.9%, Space 15.6%, Mining 13.6%, Top-Down 11.4%, Sci-fi 8%

  39. #39 REGOLITH: VIOZIC SUNS
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: splet
    Windows

    A top-down space shooter roguelike set in a handcrafted, procedurally-enriched galaxy. Coming soon.

    Why similar: Space Sim 37.7%, Futuristic 11.1%, Top-Down 9.1%, Space 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

  40. #40 Too Many Captains
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: pixelCast Games
    Windows

    A chaotic cooperative spaceship simulator where you journey through the unknowns of the expanse to find a home. The ship is crowded and space is limited, so you may be difficult to complete your tasks. Careful to not fly straight into a blackhole or steal from the wrong trade station.

    Why similar: Space Sim 38.2%, Futuristic 11.7%, Space 9.5%, Top-Down 9.1%, Exploration 8.2%

  41. #41 Shrouded Suns
    72% matchNo user reviews
    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 57.9%, Space 17.8%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Action 6.6%, Atmospheric 2.8%

  42. #42 Darkstar One
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 609 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 46.3%, Space 23.6%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Action 9.5%, Exploration 8%

  43. #43 Helixteus 3
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Apple0726
    Windows · Linux

    A space-themed incremental game where you manage planets and resources in a quest to dominate the universe with buildings and megastructures.

    Why similar: Space Sim 36.6%, Mining 24.2%, Futuristic 10.4%, Space 8.7%, Crafting 8.5%

  44. #44 Where is Earth?
    71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Jovano Software
    Windows

    Where is Earth is a top-down vehicular combat game. Traverse planets, evading threats and obstacles, in search of your crew. Gather resources to assemble upgrades, landing vehicles, space craft, weaponry and support modules to aid you in your fight against an unknown enemy.

    Why similar: Space Sim 35.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Space 10.9%, Top-Down 8.3%, Exploration 7.6%

  45. #45 Cosmula
    70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Simply Artizan
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Engage in an intense space shooter that you can play in single-player or multiplayer with up to 6 players. Play a variety of different spaceships, each with their own unique stats, components, and playstyles!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.9%, Futuristic 16.2%, Top-Down 12.2%, Space 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

  46. #46 Lone Voyage
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Ethan C (CMD_NU11)
    Windows

    You are the last living organism in the galaxy. Adrift and alone in a cold dark world you must scavenge for resources to keep your ship running, and arm your ship to prepare for the swarms arrival.

    Why similar: Space Sim 33.9%, Crafting 17.8%, Space 17.7%, Exploration 12.6%, Top-Down 7.5%

  47. #47 ASTRALODE
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Drixxel Soft
    Windows

    Take to the stars and harvest precious ore from wild asteroids! ASTRALODE is asteroid mining puzzle action with an interstellar support crew of colorful misfits.

    Why similar: Space Sim 33%, Mining 27.9%, Space 12.5%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

  48. #48 Astrox Imperium
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,210 reviews2019
    Dev: Jace Masula
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    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 40.7%, Space 23.8%, Mining 23.5%, Sci-fi 5.9%, Indie 2.3%

  49. #49 Deep Eclipse: New Space Odyssey
    71% matchMixed67% of 252 reviews2014
    Dev: Ultravision InteractivePub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Deep Eclipse: New Space Odyssey is the ultimate space thriller in the best tradition of the genre. You're the pilot of a space fighter, accidentally catapulted into a parallel universe populated by hostile alien creatures; and they're not happy to see you! To get out of this hell, do your best, to destroy hordes of enemies.

    Why similar: Space Sim 30.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Space 13.5%, Futuristic 9.9%, Top-Down 8.1%

  50. #50 Worlds Of The Future
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Moonmen Games
    Windows

    Worlds Of The Future is a sci-fi open world, action/adventure game. Explore a fully seamless solar system full of adventures, mysteries and colorful characters. Build your space delivery company, climb the company rankings and become a legend among the worlds!

    Why similar: Space Sim 42.1%, Futuristic 12.5%, Space 10.8%, Exploration 8.9%, Sci-fi 6.7%

  51. #51 Super Starship
    67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 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 53.4%, Futuristic 13%, Exploration 10.9%, Space 10%, Sci-fi 7.4%

  52. #52 Asterminer
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Benerot
    Windows

    Dive into a serene, atmospheric journey in space. Control a mining ship, train, and operator on distant planets and asteroids. Gather resources for your loved ones in this immersive, slow-paced, grounded sci-fi adventure.

    Why similar: Space Sim 28.5%, Mining 20.4%, Futuristic 10.6%, Space 10.1%, Top-Down 8.1%

  53. #53 AstroMiner
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Clay Cube
    Windows

    AstroMiner is a game about building a mining colony in an asteroid field, starting as a small space station and growing to a sprawling space port.

    Why similar: Space Sim 36.2%, Mining 32%, Space 14.9%, Sci-fi 8.6%, 2D 4.5%

  54. #54 pear potion🍐
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 77 reviews2021
    Dev: vemu games
    Windows

    a cute little metroidvania with challenging combat and witchcraft 🧙🍐

    Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Top-Down 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  55. #55 ASTRALODE Freeminers
    68% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2020
    Dev: Drixxel Soft
    Windows

    Take to the stars and harvest precious ore from wild asteroids! ASTRALODE Freeminers is asteroid mining puzzle action with an interstellar support crew of colorful misfits.

    Why similar: Space Sim 31.8%, Mining 28.3%, Space 12.7%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

  56. #56 Cozy Space Survivors
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 364 reviews2024
    Dev: simonschreibt
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A cozy time survival roguelite in space. You steer the shippy while the shooting happens automatically. Meet cute NPCs, solve small quests, and fight quirky enemies with satisfying weapons. A shorter experience for people who don't have much time but love playing (and finishing) games.

    Why similar: Space Sim 35.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Top-Down 8.8%, Exploration 8.3%, Space 7.5%

  57. #57 Gratuitous Space Shooty Game
    67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: Positech Games
    Windows

    Gratuitous Shooty Game is a hobby space shooter made by the developer of Gratuitous Space Battles, reusing the art from that game :D.

    Why similar: Space Sim 39.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Futuristic 9.8%, Top-Down 8%, Action 6%

  58. #58 Under The Stars
    69% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Sevufn
    Windows

    A space theme of a small casual shooting game. There are two perspectives, the character and the ship. The player can control the character/ship, dodge or shoot enemies, and replenish energy and various items consumed by collecting. Collect discarded parts and items to enhance character abilities.

    Why similar: Space Sim 42%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Space 15.4%, Top-Down 9.9%, 2D 5.4%

  59. #59 Starcom: Nexus
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 2,274 reviews2019
    Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 Sim 30%, Space 25.8%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Exploration 10.3%, Top-Down 7.2%

  60. #60 Subterene
    67% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: PossmonautPub: Trashtronaut
    Windows

    Bore deep below the earth's surface in your all-terrain mining vehicle. Drill for ores, scan for artifacts, and explore an expansive subnautical cavern system.

    Why similar: Mining 27.5%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Exploration 7.6%, Top-Down 6.6%

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