- #1 X-Plane 12
97% matchVery Positive86% of 5,788 reviews2022
Dev: Laminar Research
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.8 hrsMean: 89.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation
Why similar: Flight 41.8%, Simulation 16%, Jet 13.4% ★, Realistic 11.6%, Moddable 5.9% ★
Why You'll Like It: The direct, modern successor to X-Plane 10, featuring advanced weather modeling and improved flight physics.
- #2 X-Plane 11
96% matchVery Positive93% of 19,836 reviews2017
Dev: Laminar Research
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 162.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.
Why similar: Flight 53.9%, Simulation 19.8%, Realistic 10.7%, Open World 8.1%, Multiplayer 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A highly refined iteration of the X-Plane engine that offers a massive ecosystem of community-made mods and aircraft.
- #3 Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 71,065 reviews2020
Dev: Asobo StudioPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 35.3 hrsMean: 165.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%
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: Flight 46%, Simulation 16.5%, Realistic 10.1%, Open World 9.7%, TrackIR 8.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: Sets the industry standard for global scenery and atmospheric realism using real-world satellite data.
- #4 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
95% matchMixed55% of 18,915 reviews2024
Dev: Asobo StudioPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 25.6 hrsMean: 131.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
Why similar: Flight 51.5%, Simulation 18.6%, Realistic 13.5%, Open World 7.4%, Multiplayer 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: The latest evolution in the series, offering enhanced mission-based gameplay and cutting-edge simulation technology.
- #5 DCS World Steam Edition
94% matchVery Positive85% of 39,863 reviews2013
Dev: Eagle Dynamics SA
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 47.5 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!
Why similar: Flight 48.6%, Simulation 18.5%, Realistic 9.4%, TrackIR 7.7% ★, Open World 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for high-fidelity military flight systems, offering unparalleled depth in cockpit interaction.
- #6 Microsoft Flight Simulator X: Steam Edition
94% matchVery Positive87% of 26,197 reviews2014
Dev: Microsoft Game StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Take to the skies in the World’s favourite flight simulator! The multi award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X lands on Steam for the first time. Take off from anywhere in the world, flying some of the world’s most iconic aircraft to any one of 24,000 destinations.
Why similar: Flight 55.8%, Simulation 16.9%, Realistic 8.4%, Open World 7.3%, Multiplayer 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: The classic foundation for modern civilian flight simulation that remains a staple for many virtual pilots.
- #7 Aerofly FS 4 Flight Simulator
93% matchVery Positive89% of 1,250 reviews2022
Dev: IPACS
Windows · Mac · Linux
We promise you will feel like a pilot flying airliners, helicopters, fighters, gliders, historical and aerobatic aircraft in a photorealistic world! Over 10,000 real world flights, highly detailed cockpits and scenery are awaiting you.
Why similar: Flight 63.6%, Simulation 15.5%, Realistic 7.4%, Open World 7.1%, Physics 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on smooth performance, high-quality visuals, and realistic flight dynamics for a polished experience.
- #8 VTOL VR
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 21,178 reviews2017
Dev: Boundless Dynamics, LLC
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls.
Why similar: Flight 50%, Jet 16.3% ★, Simulation 13.2%, Realistic 10.6%, Multiplayer 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly immersive, hands-on cockpit experience designed specifically for VR flight combat.
- #9 Rise of Flight United
92% matchMixed56% of 2,688 reviews2013
Dev: 1C Game StudiosPub: FOR-GAMES CR LTD
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Pilot legendary aircraft of the early years of aviation, French Spad 13, German Albatros D.Va and Russian built Nieuport 17, in the free-to-play Rise of Flight United! This WWI aviation sim that has something for every flight-sim fan, from single player skirmish and career to multiplayer dogfights, but one thing is for certain, the...
Why similar: Flight 60.6%, Simulation 23.3%, Multiplayer 7%, Realistic 4.4%, Jet 1.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a highly detailed WWI flight experience with realistic physics and historical accuracy.
- #10 Nuclear Option
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,793 reviews2023
Dev: Shockfront Studios
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fly near-future aircraft with immersive physics on intense battlefields, facing land, air and sea threats. Wage war against AI or other players with an array of potent weapons. Wield tactical and strategic nuclear weapons, capable of annihilating anything in their path.
Why similar: Flight 47.4%, Jet 15.2% ★, Simulation 15.1%, Realistic 8.6%, Multiplayer 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines modern combat flight simulation with large-scale, dynamic battlefield scenarios.
- #11 Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,020 reviews2017
Dev: IPACS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator lets you explore the world of flying in a quality never seen before. Fly a large selection of highly detailed aircraft or a helicopter with interactive 3D cockpits. Aerofly FS 2 currently features over 200 airports in the south western USA and global elevation and satellite imagery.
Why similar: Flight 37.3%, TrackIR 14.8% ★, Simulation 11.8%, Jet 11.6% ★, Open World 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A VR-capable flight simulator known for its excellent performance and accessible, realistic controls.
- #12 SimplePlanes
90% matchVery Positive93% of 10,799 reviews2015
Dev: Jundroo, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Build airplanes by snapping parts together, designing wing sections, and attaching engines. At any time, you can strap yourself into the cockpit and see how it flies with realistic physics. If you're not in the mood for building, over 100,000 airplanes are available to download for free.
Why similar: Flight 56.8%, Open World 14.1%, Moddable 13.7% ★, Automobile Sim 7.3%, Physics 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the engineering and physics of flight through custom aircraft design and testing.
- #13 RealFlight Evolution
89% matchVery Positive89% of 1,419 reviews2022
Dev: Horizon Hobby, LLC
Windows
RealFlight® is the industry-leading flight simulator for radio-controlled airplanes, helicopters, and drones. Fly more than 300 hyper-realistic vehicles in an immense, open world right from your desktop. This RC classic is a must-have tool for flight enthusiasts of all skill levels!
Why similar: Flight 42.9%, Simulation 15.6%, Realistic 12.3%, Jet 9.8% ★, Multiplayer 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: The premier choice for RC flight simulation with highly accurate physics and training tools.
- #14 FlyInside Flight Simulator
88% matchMixed67% of 147 reviews2018
Dev: FlyInside Inc.
Windows
FlyInside Flight Simulator is a brand new flight simulator built for VR! It ships with ten beautiful aircraft and scenery covering the entire continental United States. Fly high-speed jets, hover helicopters, and enjoy general aviation aircraft around a variety of locations and weather types!
Why similar: Flight 56%, Simulation 21.8%, Realistic 9.7%, Open World 8%, Physics 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: Built from the ground up for VR, offering a unique and immersive perspective on general aviation.
- #15 Lunar Flight
87% matchVery Positive81% of 675 reviews2012
Dev: Shovsoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A modern take on the classic arcade game, Lunar Lander, Lunar Flight extends the experience to a fully fictionalized and accessible lunar module simulator
Why similar: Flight 44.1%, Simulation 38.1%, Realistic 10.1%, Physics 3.6%, Multiplayer 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: A niche but realistic lunar lander simulation focusing on physics, fuel management, and precision piloting.
- #16 Glider Sim Deluxe – Soaring Simulator
85% matchVery Positive90% of 179 reviews2021
Dev: Joey SiposPub: 5D Realities
Windows
Soar through 3 custom maps or explore the entire globe with Google Earth integration. Pilot hang gliders, paragliders, paramotors, mini-wings, speed-wings, ultralight trikes, or racing drones. Customize weather conditions and fly solo or with friends. Perfect for seasoned pilots and newcomers alike!
Why similar: Flight 46.5%, Simulation 29.1%, Realistic 9.1%, Open World 6.5%, Multiplayer 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the serene and technical aspects of glider aviation with realistic environmental modeling.
- #17 World of Aircraft: Glider Simulator
86% matchMixed44% of 71 reviews2021
Dev: World of Aircraft TeamPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Experience general aviation as never before! World of Aircraft is a series of stand-alone simulators that each focus on a specific kind of flying. World of Aircraft: Glider Simulator includes a series of (motor-) gliders and tow aircraft based on a high definition flying area.
Why similar: Simulation 35.5%, Flight 22.8%, Realistic 16.1%, Physics 7.3%, Multiplayer 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a specialized, realistic experience for soaring enthusiasts focusing on thermal physics.
- #18 Wings of Prey: Special Edition
86% matchMixed63% of 737 reviews2010
Dev: Gaijin Entertainment CorporationPub: Gaijin Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Wings of Prey is based around large-scale aerial combat in World War II. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, attack aircraft and bombers across a range of thrilling missions.
Why similar: Flight 41.6%, TrackIR 23.1% ★, Simulation 20.1%, Realistic 9%, Multiplayer 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features realistic flight models and intense aerial combat scenarios set in WWII.
- #19 aerofly RC 10 - RC Flight Simulator
83% matchMostly Positive75% of 143 reviews2023
Dev: IPACS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Aerofly RC 10 is the ultimate radio controller flight simulator for beginners and experts alike.
Why similar: Flight 56.4%, Simulation 24%, Realistic 14.1%, Multiplayer 3.3%, First-Person 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A high-end RC simulator that excels in realistic physics and highly detailed immersive environments.
- #20 Take On Helicopters
84% matchMixed56% of 763 reviews2011
Dev: Bohemia Interactive
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 35%
The brand new helicopter game from independent developers Bohemia Interactive – creators of the award-winning military-Sim series Arma 2. Built upon over 10 years of experience in cutting-edge simulator development, Take On Helicopters immerses players within beautifully rich landscapes and an authentic flight model.
Why similar: Flight 48%, Simulation 29.2%, TrackIR 16.4% ★, Open World 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a detailed helicopter flight model set in a realistic, open-world environment.
- #21 Tiny Combat Arena
81% matchVery Positive85% of 1,523 reviews2022
Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support.
Why similar: Flight 56.9%, Jet 22.4% ★, Simulation 20.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the essence of 90s flight sims with modern, accessible mechanics and engaging combat.
- #22 Falcon 4.0
82% matchVery Positive84% of 291 reviews2016
Dev: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Falcon 4.0 breaks the sight-and-sound barrier with its cutting-edge graphics, realism, dynamic campaigns and multiplayer gameplay.
Why similar: Flight 48.4%, Simulation 16.8%, Realistic 13.9%, Moddable 8.2% ★, Open World 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary, deeply complex combat flight simulator that remains a benchmark for system depth.
- #23 Ultrawings
82% matchVery Positive88% of 397 reviews2017
Dev: Bit Planet Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Ultrawings is an aerial-themed, open-world flight game where you use your virtual hands to fly multiple aircraft to complete a variety of missions across a beautiful, island-themed world!
Why similar: Flight 54.5%, Simulation 19.4%, Open World 15.6%, First-Person 3.4%, Co-op 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world, VR-focused flight game that emphasizes fun, exploration, and accessible flight mechanics.
- #24 Helicopter Simulator 2014: Search and Rescue
84% matchMostly Negative35% of 374 reviews2014
Dev: VipaGamesPub: SIG Publishing
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Become an emergency pilot and test your skills to their limits, as you sit in the cockpit of an emergency helicopter, across more than 40 challenging missions.
Why similar: Simulation 61.3%, Flight 37.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%, Action 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a focused simulation experience specifically tailored for helicopter flight operations.
- #25 CurryKitten FPV Simulator
79% matchVery Positive81% of 57 reviews2020
Dev: Wayne AndrewsPub: CurryKitten
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take charge of a powerful and acrobatic quadcopter and learn to fly it around the mountainous landscape. Rip through the partly-constructed building site, bash into the beach ball, chase cars, or fly up close and personal with an AI plane. Play it solo, or online with friends.
Why similar: Flight 47.9%, Simulation 41.5%, Multiplayer 7.4%, Action 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A specialized simulator for FPV drone pilots focusing on realistic flight handling and racing.
- #26 AirportSim
77% matchMixed69% of 1,588 reviews2023
Dev: MS GAMESPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
AirportSim is an Advanced Airport Ground Handling Simulator with true-to-life visuals and operations, licensed planes and vehicles, real airports and live weather conditions. Enjoy the many tasks alone or with friends, making this experience unforgettable.
Why similar: Flight 39.7%, Jet 16.1% ★, Simulation 13.3%, Realistic 12%, Open World 10.6%
- #27 Ship Simulator Extremes
80% matchMixed51% of 2,296 reviews2010
Dev: VStepPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
VSTEP and Paradox are proud to announce the next installment of the acclaimed Ship Simulator series. With over 550K copies sold, the series returns to take you into the most extreme conditions on earth… Ever wonder how it feels to sail a half-million-ton supertanker through the perfect storm?
Why similar: Simulation 58.8%, Realistic 21.2%, Open World 11.7%, Multiplayer 6.5%, Adventure 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: While naval, it shares the technical, simulation-heavy DNA and realistic environmental focus of X-Plane.
- #28 RC Plane 3
78% matchMixed69% of 372 reviews2017
Dev: FrozenPepper S.R.LPub: FrozenPepper S.R.L.
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Learn to fly a large selection of RC Planes in huge and beautiful scenarios rich of detail. Grab an easy flier to enjoy a majestic sunset over the hills of Tuscany or hop in a fast stunt plane to fly through barns and high voltage pylons.
Why similar: Flight 53.7%, Simulation 36%, Multiplayer 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A casual yet physics-based approach to remote-controlled flight simulation with various aircraft types.
- #29 Urlaubsflug Simulator – Holiday Flight Simulator
79% matchMixed57% of 163 reviews2017
Dev: Caipirinha GamesPub: SimWare Simulations
Windows
Without doubt flying virtual aircraft from your PC is one of the most interesting simulations – at the same time, it is one with a very steep learning curve. Holiday Flight Simulator, though, makes it especially easy to relive the last holiday trip from the cockpit’s view.
Why similar: Flight 50.3%, Simulation 18.4%, Realistic 11.9%, Open World 6.5%, Physics 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: A casual flight experience focused on commercial aviation routes and exploration.
- #30 Bush 1022
74% matchVery Positive100% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: dimitars
Windows · Linux
Take the role of a bush pilot in this minimalist open world flight sim. Do deliveries in the rapidly changing weather conditions of the remote wilderness. Upgrade your aircraft and prepare for take offs and landings on rough terrain.
Why similar: Flight 70.7%, Open World 17.1%, Simulation 9.1%, Adventure 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #31 Airline Manager
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,060 reviews2021
Dev: Trophy Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Create and manage your own airline. Create both passenger and cargo routes all over the world while you upgrade and expand your fleet of airplanes and airports. Airline Manager is among the most realistic of its genre - so prove yourself and beat your friends and other real life managers.
Why similar: Flight 60.3%, Simulation 21.9%, Open World 8.3%, Multiplayer 5.7%, Automobile Sim 3.4%
- #32 IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946
77% matchVery Positive88% of 3,145 reviews2008
Dev: 1C: Maddox GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Il-2 1946 includes all of the original IL-2 series content: IL-2 Sturmovik™: Forgotten Battles, Ace Expansion Pack, Pacific Fighters™ and alternate histry campaigns of year 1946. What was years ago began as a one-aircraft study sim is now an astonishing anthology, with a whopping 229 flyable aircraft and over 300 aircraft total!
Why similar: Flight 55.3%, Simulation 22.7%, TrackIR 9.6% ★, Realistic 5.5%, Multiplayer 2.6%
- #33 RealFlight Trainer Edition
76% matchVery Positive88% of 484 reviews2020
Dev: Horizon Hobby, LLC
Windows
RealFlight Trainer Edition is the perfect way to learn radio control flying on your PC. With 8 aircraft from Horizon Hobby (more are unlockable) and flying lessons from experienced RC pilots, you'll be ready to solo in no time. When you're ready, an upgrade to RealFlight Evolution is also available.
Why similar: Flight 67.4%, Simulation 27.9%, First-Person 3.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #34 Flyout
73% matchVery Positive81% of 2,149 reviews2023
Dev: Stonext Games
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Build and fly realistic aircraft. Use free-form fuselage and wing editor tools and tune your engines to recreate aircraft from any era or design your own.
Why similar: Flight 50.6%, Simulation 22.8%, Jet 17.2% ★, Realistic 5%, Physics 3.8%
- #35 Kerbal Space Program 2
74% matchMostly Negative27% of 31,135 reviews2023
Dev: Intercept GamesPub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 19.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Simulation 21.9%, Open World 18.8%, Realistic 16.5%, Moddable 15.3% ★, Physics 7%
- #36 Aeris (BETA)
73% matchMixed67% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: username470Pub: Aerial Game Studios
Windows
Complete challenges or fly freely all around the world!
Why similar: Flight 46.5%, Simulation 25.6%, Realistic 8.9%, Jet 8.7% ★, Open World 5.6%
- #37 SimRail - The Railway Simulator
70% matchVery Positive85% of 5,189 reviews2024
Dev: SimRail S.A.Pub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Median: 17.5 hrsMean: 64.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
SimRail is new, advanced railway simulator. Master high-speed long-distance EMU, heavy freight hauls and suburban trains. Travel 500 km of geodetic-data based real routes. Become train dispatcher and control the traffic according to the schedule or cooperate with other players on multiplayer mode.
Why similar: Simulation 26.5%, Realistic 21.5%, Open World 18.4%, Multiplayer 12.6%, Automobile Sim 9.2%
- #38 Aviassembly
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,303 reviews2025
Dev: Jelle Booij
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Build and fly your own airplane! Complete missions to earn money, upgrade your plane, and discover new locations in an open world.
Why similar: Flight 58.8%, Jet 13.2% ★, Simulation 10.7%, Open World 10.3%, Physics 4.7%
- #39 F-22 Lightning 3
75% matchMixed69% of 198 reviews2009
Dev: NovaLogic
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Mass Destruction! Use tactical nuclear weapons to level entire city regions. The most realistic weather environments ever created. Changing weather effects including: rain, snow, hail, and wind. Extreme temperatures affect flight performance. Fly it yourself or let the world's most advanced fighter do it for you!
Why similar: Flight 64.5%, Simulation 35.5%
- #40 Helicopter Simulator
73% matchMixed60% of 176 reviews2020
Dev: Lines Studio
Windows
Helicopter Simulator: Exceptional missions in a detailed environment, creating an atmosphere for an immersive and bluffing experience!
Why similar: Flight 46.7%, Simulation 30.5%, Open World 11.6%, Realistic 11.2%
- #41 Lakehopper
68% matchVery Positive92% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: Photon Games
Windows · Linux
Take flight in a seaplane flight simulator through a rugged world where you are responsible for the care and maintenance of your plane. Deliver cargo between far-flung communities in a flooded landscape that challenges your piloting skills! Fix your plane and keep flying!
Why similar: Flight 59.5%, Simulation 24.1%, Open World 8.3%, Physics 3.1%, Adventure 2.2%
- #42 Airplane Mode
72% matchMixed66% of 397 reviews2020
Dev: BacronymPub: AMC Games
Windows · Mac
Airplane Mode delivers all the thrills of a real-time, six-hour commercial airline flight—in Coach. At least you've got a window seat. Buckle up.
Why similar: Flight 51.5%, Simulation 26.3%, Realistic 17%, Funny 1.9%, First-Person 1.7%
- #43 Kerbal Space Program
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 133,317 reviews2015
Dev: SquadPub: Private Division
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 65.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Simulation 45.4%, Moddable 21.9% ★, Open World 15.2%, Physics 10.4%, Difficult 2.6%
- #44 Liftoff®: FPV Drone Racing
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,921 reviews2018
Dev: LuGus Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Liftoff® is a drone simulator that translates the rush of first-person view drone flight to the digital world. Join the biggest community for virtual FPV racing and freestyle!
Why similar: Flight 54.7%, Simulation 19.5%, Realistic 14.1%, Multiplayer 6.8%, First-Person 3.2%
- #45 Police Helicopter Simulator
72% matchMixed50% of 103 reviews2018
Dev: VIS-GamesPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
With the Police Helicopter Simulator, you can now experience the daily routine of a helicopter pilot.
Why similar: Flight 49%, Simulation 18.5%, Realistic 13.8%, Open World 6.4%, Physics 3.3%
- #46 AI Drone Simulator
69% matchVery Positive85% of 220 reviews2021
Dev: Diophante Studio
Windows · Mac
AI Drone Simulator is an FPV drone simulator. Huge, dynamic environments. Virtual copy of your own drone. Total customization for maximum pilot power. Community sharing of drones, maps and tracks !
Why similar: Flight 54.4%, Simulation 26.9%, Realistic 7.3%, Open World 4.3%, First-Person 3.7%
- #47 Acro FS
71% matchMixed57% of 219 reviews2018
Dev: Knife Edge Software
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Acro FS is a recreational, stick-and-rudder flight simulator for high-performance aerobatic aircraft. Practice your routine, race against the clock, or just get up there and fly - the checklist is done and the engine is running.
Why similar: Simulation 69.3%, Flight 30.7%
- #48 Frontier Pilot Simulator
69% matchMixed70% of 949 reviews2021
Dev: RAZAR s.r.o.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
FPS is a Sci-Fi cargo pilot sim, with an engaging emergent mission-driven storyline, with a real-time economy with free flight and trading, on an alien world to explore. All in customizable upgradeable, well-simulated VTOL craft with real weather, and flight dynamics.
Why similar: Flight 49.2%, Jet 19.2% ★, Simulation 12.5%, Open World 11.8%, Difficult 4%
- #49 European Ship Simulator
71% matchMixed44% of 745 reviews2016
Dev: ExcaliburPub: Excalibur Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A speeding power boat, a humble tug to a luxury cruise liner. Captain eight highly detailed ships, fight against realistic water physics and take in spectacular vistas as you navigate famous European ports.
Why similar: Simulation 61.1%, Open World 25%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Adventure 2.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #50 Global ATC Simulator
71% matchMixed65% of 140 reviews2014
Dev: Robert MiroszewskiPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Global ATC Simulator is a standalone simulation of the task of Tower, Approach and Departure controllers. What sets it apart from every other ATC simulation is that it is global, it covers all the major airports in the whole world with literally unprecedented detail.
Why similar: Flight 41.8%, Simulation 15.3%, Moddable 13.6% ★, Realistic 13.4%, Automobile Sim 5.7%
- #51 AccrO
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 197 reviews2022
Dev: Walter Machado
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
AccrO is a Full Acrobatic Quadcopter Simulator, with realistic flight behavior and complex physics simulation. A training tool for freestyle drone enthusiasts.
Why similar: Flight 70%, Simulation 27.6%, Atmospheric 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #52 Tower! Simulator 3
67% matchMixed69% of 1,018 reviews2022
Dev: FeelThere
Windows
Immerse yourself in an ultra-realistic environment that brings the challenges of air traffic control right to your fingertips. With brand-new lighting system, intuitive 2D graphical user interface (GUI), improved voice recognition, 9 airports included, Tower! Sim 3 sets a new gold standard.
Why similar: Flight 44.8%, Jet 16.7% ★, Simulation 14.8%, Realistic 11.8%, Multiplayer 6.8%
- #53 Flight Of Nova
66% matchVery Positive94% of 513 reviews2022
Dev: Aerovery Lab
Windows · Linux
Flight of Nova is a simulator based on newtonian mechanics in which you control spacecraft in the Noren star system. You fly multiple types of spacecraft doing transport and search missions in an environment with realistic aerodynamics and orbital physics.
Why similar: Flight 52.1%, Simulation 16.8%, Realistic 13.5%, Open World 11.8%, Physics 3.7%
- #54 FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator
66% matchVery Positive83% of 2,682 reviews2021
Dev: ORQA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 38%
FPV SkyDive is a free-to-play realistic drone racing and freestyle simulator. Feel the adrenaline of high speed first-person view drone racing in single-player or multi-player scenarios. The future is now, become an FPV pilot today!
Why similar: Flight 46.4%, Simulation 13%, Open World 12.1%, Realistic 11.4%, Local Multiplayer 4.1%
- #55 Farming Simulator 15
67% matchVery Positive92% of 15,703 reviews2014
Dev: Giants Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 91.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Welcome to the new generation of Farming Simulator!With a brand new graphics and physics engine, Farming Simulator 15 offers an immense open world, filled with details and visual effects transporting the Farming Simulator franchise to a new era.
Why similar: Simulation 35.6%, Automobile Sim 15.7%, Open World 12.5%, Moddable 11.6% ★, Realistic 9.9%
- #56 ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN
65% matchVery Positive88% of 54,253 reviews2019
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Become an ace pilot and soar through photorealistic skies with full 360 degree movement; down enemy aircraft and experience the thrill of engaging in realistic sorties! Aerial combat has never looked or felt better!
Why similar: Flight 55.9%, Jet 17.7% ★, Simulation 10.3%, Realistic 7.1%, Multiplayer 5.3%
- #57 Vehicle Simulator
67% matchVery Positive88% of 277 reviews2015
Dev: Ilan Papini
Windows
Vehicle Simulator is an open world flying/sailing simulator with accurate physics and dynamics, simulating well the various boats, planes and land vehicles included. The game allows the user to modify and experiment with scenery making and vehicle design by way of extreme modability, with a large library of existing mods and add-ons.
Why similar: Simulation 100%