- #1 Rocketeer
97% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Tamas Fofai
Windows
This is a small arcade game in which you are a skilled pilot and you have to complete all levels. Use your arrows to move around, and avoid collisions. Shoot the destroyable meteorites for extra points! Every level has its own high score, try to beat it!
Why similar: Space Sim 26.1% ★, Flight 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Jet 13.3% ★
- #2 Starjet Fights
96% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Paranormal Interactive
Windows
Starjet 3D Space War Shoot 'em up
Why similar: Space Sim 27.2% ★, Flight 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Jet 15.9% ★, Realistic 4.5%
- #3 Coeus Plan
96% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Golden Dragon StudioPub: Golden Dragon Studio
Windows
Immerse yourself in an epic space battle with alien enemies.
Why similar: Space Sim 42.7% ★, Flight 34.1%, Linear 11.6%, Action 6.8%, 3D 4.9%
- #4 JEFF-16
95% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Papagaio Games
Windows
Join the adventure of Jeff the F-16 pilot! JEFF-16 is a fun and challenging obstacle course shooter game where you attempt to fly perfectly through golden rings.You will fly across cities and mountains in an attempts to destroy the evil army who attacked your beloved city.
Why similar: Jet 32.5% ★, Flight 29.5%, Arcade 10.5%, Third Person 7.5%, Linear 7.2%
- #5 Starxia
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Mastiff Studio
Windows
Starxia is an old-fashioned side-scrolling space shooter. Step into the role of a Pilot and use your ship to eliminate hordes of fierce enemies. A compelling story and many interesting characters await you in this adventure. Take over the controls and fly into the vacuum of space. Let the hunt begin
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Side Scroller 25.2%, Arcade 11%, Third Person 10.9%, Linear 9.7%
- #6 Jetpack astronaut
94% matchMixed56% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: Stas Paty9mkinPub: Piece Of Voxel
Windows
Jetpack Astronaut - 2D indie game with arcade elements, made in stylized graphics.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.4% ★, Flight 26.1%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Arcade 9.4%, Third Person 7.5%
- #7 Vortex
93% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Endless Void Studios
Windows
In the heart of the Centraus V Galaxy a war has broken out as The Aldari Collective reaches to seize the galaxy by the throat. You fight as one of the Dovan Initiatives lead mercenary's. Out gunned and out maneuvered now only your skills as a pilot can save you as you enter a new world of war.
Why similar: Jet 26.5% ★, Flight 22.5%, Space Sim 15.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Arcade 6.9%
- #8 Stardust Aces
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Insane Fox
Windows
Stardust aces is a six-axis space dog-fighting game with arcadey weapons and a semi-realistic flight model.
Why similar: Space Sim 28.4% ★, Flight 24.3%, Jet 23.5% ★, Third Person 8.6%, Arcade 8.4%
- #9 Arcade Squad
92% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Loot Inside
Windows
Arcade Squad is a classic arcade shooter with 15 levels and 6 different spaceships, each with 6 different skins. Rise to the challenge and free the galaxy.
Why similar: Space Sim 33.4% ★, Flight 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 6.1%
- #10 Scribble Space
91% matchMixed61% of 104 reviews2015
Dev: Coty GetzelmanPub: N/A
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Draw a ship, Fly it. Get creative.
Why similar: Space Sim 28% ★, 2D Fighter 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Arcade 7.5%
- #11 KOV
90% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: FriyingPan
Windows
¿Podrás encontrar la manera de alimentar a los planetas vivientes y evitar su destrucción inminente? Enfréntate a los furtivos, sortea la vigilancia de la policía y desata el potencial de tu nave mientras te sumerges en una narrativa épica y te llevará más allá de las fronteras de lo conocido.
Why similar: Space Sim 44.5% ★, Flight 32.6%, Linear 8.1%, Adventure 5.5%, Colorful 4.7%
- #12 Starfighter Renegade
89% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fly into battle across multiple bite-size levels of exciting 3D aerial combat! Do you focus on taking out the alien fighters? Or rescue the stranded inhabitants before they're abducted? What about the deadly terraforming virus sweeping the surface below?
Why similar: Jet 26.6% ★, Flight 25.7%, Space Sim 22.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Colorful 3.3%
- #13 VALE
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: F-GamesPub: JTS Development
Windows
Fight your way to dominion over the universe in this Shoot Em Up game based on the book! On the planet Vale, known for its extreme cold and endless snowfields, the story follows young Talen Esko and his sister Salla, whose family, the Esko clan, is transferred to govern this icy world.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.6% ★, 2D Fighter 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Arcade 8.2%
- #14 RocketShip Go Up
88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
Navigate treacherous caverns in RocketShip Go Up, a physics-based 3D game. Master your thrusters to deliver packages, dodge beams, turrets, and falling debris—or speedrun for the fastest flight. Precision is your lifeline.
Why similar: Flight 35%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Side Scroller 20%, Arcade 12.2%, 3D 4.5%
- #15 AERA Flying Heroes
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GLHF Studio
Windows
An adventure for all those who dream of conquering the skies. Choose your pilot, upgrade your ship, and make battles against waves of enemies and colossal bosses. Collect stars, unlock new missions and write your legend.
Why similar: Jet 29.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Space Sim 15.9% ★, Flight 15.2%, Arcade 7.8%
- #16 Planetary Defense
87% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
Planetary Defense - defend the Earth from attack!
Why similar: Space Sim 29.5% ★, Flight 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Arcade 8.9%
- #17 Aces Over Airfields
86% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Zayd JahangiriPub: Cog in the Clockwork Studio
Windows
Aces Over Airfields is a fast-paced 2D aerial combat game featuring intense dogfights, strategic base defense, and retro pixel art. Fly, fight, and manage resources to dominate the skies and destroy your enemy’s jet or base assets.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Side Scroller 15%, Flight 12.5%, Arcade 10.4%
- #18 Planetstar Warrior
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Todd FrantzPub: Hardbyte LLC
Windows
Planetstar Warrior is a horizontal scroll-space shooter with numerous powerups and a gradually increasing level of difficulty. Defeat all enemies on each level to progress.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Side Scroller 24.7%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 3.8%
- #19 NOMAD Revisited
85% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Why similar: Flight 31.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Linear 9.7%, Arcade 9.7%
- #20 ROCPAIN: Rock Paper Scissors
84% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Rocpain Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A paper airplane fights against Rock, Paper and Scissors. The ROCPAIN gameplay is inspired on the rock-paper-scissors hand game, and like the original hand game, each enemy only its destroyed with the right shot. A new way to play shooting games that will challenge your skills.
Why similar: Flight 29.1%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Linear 8.2%, Arcade 7.6%
- #21 Galactic Starfire: Squadron
83% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: InScienceGamesPub: Matt Scala
Windows
Galactic Starfire: Squadron is a Future Sci-Fi Space Shooter game set in different environments around the universe. Complete the challenges and stay alive as you progress through the different types of levels.
Why similar: Space Sim 37.6% ★, Flight 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 6.4%
- #22 AWA 2024
82% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows
AWA 2024 is a fast paced shoot-em-up featuring modern military aircraft. Choose one of the ten fighter aircraft and take the battle to the skies throughout nine action-packed stages each with their own special end-level boss.
Why similar: Flight 30.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Jet 14.6% ★, Linear 11.1%, Arcade 10.8%
- #23 Decent Into Sector 32
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Potaris IT
Windows · Linux
Descent into Sector 32 is a 3rd persons flying mystery game. You are dispatched on a search and rescue mission to sector 32, a giant asteroid field with many mysteries. Make the right choices or your squadron might need rescuing yourself, and the truth is, nobody is going to come for you.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.2% ★, Flight 28.6%, Third Person 9.4%, Realistic 8.3%, Open World 4.6%
- #24 Vallen
82% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Rader Games
Windows
Space combat on a massive scale. Defend your allies, destroy the Xeris and claim victory for the Vallen! Your people need you, fly your ship in an intense battle in an asteroid field to secure the sector.
Why similar: Space Sim 43.9% ★, Flight 35.2%, Third Person 9.1%, Action 6.7%, 3D 5.1%
- #25 Strato Freaks DX
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Ulminac
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take flight in your Grand Gyro and shoot down every robot in your path to save the Powerful Monkey Council!
Why similar: Flight 31.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Arcade 8.1%, Linear 7%
- #26 V-Fighter 2000
80% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: kazakovstudios
Windows
v-fighter 2000 - Fans of furious action will appreciate the intensity of passion in this shoot 'em up game. Hop into the cockpit of your starship and embark on a long journey across the galaxies, destroying hordes of enemies ..
Why similar: Jet 35.8% ★, Space Sim 33.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Colorful 5.3%, 2D 3.8%
- #27 Midnight Ohota
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: the Bratans
Windows
Midnight Ohota is an arcade flight simulator that combines cyberpunk with 80s retro futurism.
Why similar: Jet 30.4% ★, Flight 22.3%, Space Sim 16.2% ★, Arcade 7.9%, Third Person 7.7%
- #28 I Feel The Need
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andrzej Gieralt
Windows
"You're not going to be happy unless you're going Mach 2 with your hair on fire." Break your limits by taking on the most difficult aerial missions known to man. Ride straight into the danger zone, risk high G-forces to pull off insane maneuvers, and engage in thrilling dogfights.
Why similar: Jet 33.2% ★, Flight 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Open World 8%, Arcade 6.9%
- #29 Aim in Space
78% matchPositive95% of 42 reviews2024
Dev: Serhii KhramovPub: General Script
Windows
Help defend Earth's space base from invading enemy aliens in this incredible game to train reaction and aiming skills. Use your entire arsenal of weapons to destroy enemies of various types. Stand up to protect the planet. Best of luck!
Why similar: Space Sim 29.9% ★, Flight 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Arcade 8.2%, Family Friendly 4.4%
- #30 Lane Drifter
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Lars "Juksefantomet" GravPub: Last Leaf Games
Windows · Linux
A sci-fi arcade dodger where you pilot a ship through asteroid fields using precision, gravity bombs, and mining tools. With no weapons, survive by drifting, dodging, and scoring based on distance and hazards avoided. What else might be lurking in this galaxy?
Why similar: Space Sim 40.5% ★, Flight 24.4%, Arcade 12.7%, Third Person 10.1%, Action 7.1%
- #31 The Catastrophe
77% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Cucu Game Studio
Windows
Set off into space on your personal spaceship and rescue all the lost catstronauts! Navigate through flying obstacles while managing fuel and health. Don’t forget to watch your ship’s weight — it affects your maneuverability. Enjoy a relaxing gameplay experience with pixel art and cozy cosmic vibes!
Why similar: Jet 31.6% ★, Space Sim 27.5% ★, Flight 26.4%, Open World 8.5%, 2D 3.1%
- #32 Impulse Vector: Fighter Ops
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Freeport Seven
Windows
As an independent contractor aboard a corporate carrier, pilot your Space Superiority Fighter on missions for rival organisations. Protect miners, strike enemy stations, and patrol the void to earn your keep and build your company’s name across the frontier!
Why similar: Jet 34% ★, Flight 33.5%, Space Sim 22.1% ★, Open World 6.3%, 3D 2.8%
- #33 Airspace Master
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CumulusHaven
Windows
Control both skies and ground in a complete ATC experience. Manage arrivals, departures, and taxi operations while maintaining Operational Integrity. Dynamic weather, a day/night cycle, multiple airports, and unique challenges.
Why similar: Space Sim 37% ★, Flight 23.1%, Jet 20.1% ★, Arcade 11.5%, Linear 5.4%
- #34 Sky Blitz
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Renegade Games
Windows
Sky Blitz is a 2D Pixel Art Side Scroller Action game where your objective as the hero of Earth is to fly your jet and destroy everything in your way to ensure the safety of your home planet and beyond!
Why similar: Jet 41.1% ★, Flight 30.9%, Arcade 13%, Linear 6%, Action 5.9%
- #35 Rakete
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mario von RickenbachPub: Playables
Windows · Mac · Linux
5 thrusters, one rocket. Can you land it safely? Touch anything and you'll die. Play by yourself or with your friends locally, each player controls a thruster. Let the insanity commence!
Why similar: Space Sim 37.9% ★, Flight 31.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Family Friendly 6.5%, 3D 4.4%
- #36 Protect the Earth
75% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Victor
Windows
You are the best pilot in the space force and the earth needs you to protect itself from an alien attack. Protect the earth and then go to the invader's planet to finish them off once and for all.
Why similar: Space Sim 33.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Side Scroller 21%, Arcade 9.2%, Flight 8.4%
- #37 Frontiers Reach
74% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Blind Alien ProductionsPub: TheGamePublisher.com
Windows · Linux
Strap into the cockpit of a retro-futuristic starfighter as you fight through the ravages of an interstellar war across more than 35 story missions, 15 side missions, and a dynamic warmap with over 2000 possible scenario variations.
Why similar: Flight 31.4%, Jet 27.4% ★, Arcade 11%, Third Person 10.2%, Fantasy 5.1%
- #38 Aero Battle
74% matchMixed42% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Stas Paty9mkinPub: Piece Of Voxel
Windows
Aero Battle - indie simulator of air battles, executed in 2D hand-drawn graphics.
Why similar: Flight 31.4%, Jet 30.4% ★, Side Scroller 18.4%, Third Person 8.1%, Family Friendly 6.1%
- #39 Owl Force
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Megafauna
Windows
Lead the legendary Owl Force and your wingmates on an epic journey defending the galaxy against the nefarious Darktail Order. Take on missions, upgrade your ship, and engage in heart-pounding battles to uncover the hidden secrets of the universe.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.9% ★, Flight 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Open World 8.4%, Third Person 7.7%
- #40 Launch President
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kenji TomitaPub: Kanazawa Racing
Windows
President Launcher is a simple physics-based sandbox game created purely for fun. Tap the launch button to send the president flying into the air, and use sliders to adjust gravity and launch power. There are no goals or rules—just experiment the unpredictable, over-the-top physics simulation.
Why similar: Flight 47.5%, Arcade 17.3%, Open World 17.2%, Action 9.6%, Colorful 8.5%
- #41 Infinity Blaster
72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Olausen Musikk & Media
Windows
In Infinity Blaster you blast through space, defeat challenging enemies and upgrade your weapons! Compete on the global leaderboard, survive an infinite loop of increasingly difficult foes, and unlock 100 achievements. Can you prove yourself as the ultimate space adventurer?
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Linear 11.6%, Colorful 4.8%
- #42 Witchcraft: Candy Hunt
71% matchPositive86% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: PixelCrown Games
Windows
Witchcraft: Candy Hunt is an old-school shooter game with charming pixel art graphics that will take you on a Halloween adventure. Fly on a broomstick and battle your way through three exciting levels, each one featuring unique spooky creatures such as pumpkin monsters, evil crows and ghosts.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 4.9%
- #43 Stars Force
73% matchMostly Negative30% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Trinity ProjectPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
STARS FORCE is a fast-paced arcade side scrolling shooter. Nice graphics and atmospheric music will immerse you in a space battle.
Why similar: Space Sim 42.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Linear 8.1%, Action 6.6%
- #44 One Way Road: Firehunt
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 119 reviews2024
Dev: Shabunov LeonidPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Flight 20.4%, Arcade 12.3%, 3D 4.6%
- #45 u evade
71% matchPositive89% of 46 reviews2021
Dev: u&i
Windows
u, a flying saucer, flying home
Why similar: Flight 41.7%, Space Sim 23% ★, Side Scroller 19.6%, Family Friendly 8.1%, Linear 7.5%
- #46 Watch Your Helmet
72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Johann Stoltz
Windows
A simulator of a space suit with a jetpack in worlds with real physics, zero gravity and gravitational anomalies. Your main enemy is Newton's first law.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.9% ★, Jet 27.6% ★, Flight 20.5%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Realistic 7.7%
- #47 Rocket Catch
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GAIBAKO
Windows
We demand extremely challenging maneuvers from you. In Rocket Catch, you must catch rocket parts that have been detached mid-air at the ground base. Can you successfully return the rocket parts safely to the ground by controlling the sensitive rocket boost and the sluggish catching platform?
Why similar: Flight 33.8%, Space Sim 32.8% ★, Side Scroller 26.2%, Action 4.2%, 2D 3.1%
- #48 Veggie Menace
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 24.2%, Arcade 12.1%, Linear 12.1%, Family Friendly 6.8%
- #49 Starship Tunnel
71% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITY BRIDGE
Windows
Starship Tunnel is an arcade obstacle race in which you have to control a starship, navigate an endless tunnel filled with various obstacles, collect coins and set records.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.9% ★, Jet 27.6% ★, Flight 25.9%, Arcade 9.3%, 3D 3.9%
- #50 Astro & Luna VS. The Solar System
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flying Fridge Games
Windows · Mac
After being kicked out of his own solar system, Astro teams up with Luna and together they take revenge on the elitist planets that betrayed him. Use Luna to fight back in this gravity-based SHMUP and show those planets what it means to be “too small”!
Why similar: Space Sim 37.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Family Friendly 7.4%, Linear 7.3%
- #51 Beyond the Storm
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2022
Dev: LeandroGabriel.net
Windows
Be NEARLY vaporized, crushed, blown to pieces, flame broiled, and electrocuted using your incredible targeting skills and class 1 fancy flying to keep you alive in this SHMUP that brings back the essence of the classic arcade shmups!
Why similar: Space Sim 29.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Flight 18.9%, Open World 8.5%, Arcade 7.2%
- #52 BorderCollie Blaster
69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: CanisGames
Windows
Kira is back! In this arcade style shoot ´em up you´ll encounter different foes, defeat big alien bosses and collect power-ups and new weapons to fight your way through 12 exciting stages and find the holy bone Kira (the star of the game) is looking for.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Linear 9.5%, Colorful 4.3%
- #53 Dominus Solaris
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Danubium
Windows
In the year 2073, the Skolovan Empire attacked and subdued planet Earth. The rebels gathered technology from whatever they could to build a prototype ship, the Dominus Solaris. Now it's up to you, the ship's sole pilot, to fight and liberate the Earth from the usurpers.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 22.1%, Flight 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Arcade 9%
- #54 FalconLander
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Ned Wire
Windows
The mission is simple: land the Falcon! Try to use your fuel as efficiently as possible and land safely. This Arcade game is easy to start and fun to play! Back to the basics with the minimalistic style that still knows how to catch the players attention.
Why similar: Space Sim 44.9% ★, Flight 22.9%, Arcade 12.2%, Action 6.5%, Linear 5.2%
- #55 Jetpack Kiwi
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Pitigamedev
Windows
Jetpack Kiwi is a classic 2D side scrolling shoot em up game featuring 20 levels, 5 bosses, hordes of enemies spaceships, with multiple characters to choose from; each one with an unique special attack. Complete the game in single player or with a friend in local co-op!
Why similar: Jet 23.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Side Scroller 18%, Flight 17.4%, Arcade 10%
- #56 Galactic Prospectors
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: yellow51.dev
Windows
Galactic Prospectors is a 2D Space Survival Sandbox set 200 years in the future when all planets in the solar system were destroyed by you, a rogue AI. Take on the universe against humans and other life forms, all while trying to stay alive!
Why similar: Space Sim 28.6% ★, 2D Fighter 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 18%, Colorful 3.5%
- #57 Underspace
66% matchVery Positive82% of 431 reviews2024
Dev: Pastaspace InteractivePub: Camlann Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 42%
The spiritual successor to Freelancer with a Lovecraftian, sandbox RPG twist. Explore a vast handmade universe with Day 1 mod support and a planned PvP/co-op multiplayer on the Early Access roadmap. You're going to need a bigger ship.
Why similar: Flight 29.9%, Space Sim 27.8% ★, Open World 10.3%, Third Person 9.5%, Arcade 7.7%
- #58 Prison Colony: A Convict's Tale
67% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Björn Ganster
Windows
Fight enemy vehicles on a procedurally generated, foreign world in this 3D Mecha game. Build better vehicles until you can afford your own spacejet, and escape the prison colony using that spacejet. Defend your base from enemy attack or pick the next mission to play.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.8% ★, Flight 22.5%, Jet 19.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Third Person 6.8%
- #59 Birchian Flight Simulator
67% matchMixed45% of 20 reviews2019
Dev: BirchTree
Windows · Mac
A simple flight simulator game that you will enjoy for ages and for all ages. Also made by a teenager (High Schooler).
Why similar: Space Sim 39.6% ★, Flight 39.3%, Arcade 8.5%, Realistic 7.8%, 3D 4.8%
- #60 Asteroid Defender!
66% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Gray Wolf Interactive
Windows
Defend humanity in this retro-inspired space shooter as you patrol the stars and blast killer asteroids from the sky. Keep power to the energy pylons while maintaining the defense shield protecting Earth to earn powerful upgrades for your ship. Do you have what it takes to protect our world?
Why similar: Space Sim 34.1% ★, Flight 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 5.6%