Games like Darkstar One
by Ascaron Entertainment ltd.
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.
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$24.99Starcom: Unknown Space
Sep 2 · Wx3 Labs, LLC
Both: Space · Exploration · Open World
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.
SpaceExplorationOpen WorldSpace SimAction RPGTop-Down ShooterSci-fiStory RichIndieRPG👍 4,465
$49.99X4: Foundations
Nov 30 · Egosoft
Both: Space · Open World · Space Sim
Your journey to building a vast space empire begins behind the controls of a single ship. Explore, trade, fight, and build as you rise to command fleets, stations, and entire economies in a living, fully simulated universe that reacts to every decision.
SpaceSimulationOpen WorldSpace SimExplorationSandboxSci-fi4XStrategyEconomy👍 25,274
-75%$4.99Starcom: Nexus
Dec 12 · Wx3 Labs, LLC
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Exploration
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.
SpaceSci-fiRPGExplorationActionAdventureIndieOpen WorldSpace SimTop-Down👍 2,295
$29.99X Rebirth
Nov 15 · Egosoft
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Space Sim
In the distant future, the X universe faces a period of profound and irrevocable change. While the universe stumbles towards an uncertain future, countless adventures await as new enemies rise in search of power.
SimulationSpaceSci-fiActionSpace SimSandboxSingleplayerOpen WorldEconomyTrading👍 5,156
$14.99Rodina
Jul 28 · Elliptic Games
Both: Space · Exploration · Open World
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!
SpaceExplorationOpen WorldIndieSandboxSci-fiActionEarly AccessSingleplayerSpace Sim👍 1,226
$19.99Rebel Galaxy
Oct 20 · Double Damage Games
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Open World
Rebel Galaxy is a swashbuckling space adventure, with action-packed combat, exploration, discovery, trade, and “negotiation” with the outlandish denizens at the edge of the known universe.
SpaceSci-fiOpen WorldRPGGreat SoundtrackAdventureSingleplayerSpace SimActionSimulation👍 7,258
$6.99The Infinite Black 2
Jun 16 · Spellbook
Both: Space Sim · Open World · Space
Command a fleet of ships to hunt aliens, trade resources and loot treasure! Form corporations with your friends while fighting a never-ending intergalactic war in this open-world online space adventure!
Space SimOpen WorldPvPSpaceAdventureActionMMORPGExplorationImmersive SimSci-fi👍 201
$14.99Evochron Mercenary
Jan 16 · StarWraith 3D Games LLC
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Space Sim
The life of an independent mercenary is rarely without excitement. Your spacecraft awaits and your adventure begins in the Sapphire star system.
SpaceSimulationIndieSci-fiSpace SimActionOpen WorldSandboxMultiplayerFlight👍 403
$4.99Star Explorers
May 8 · Schmidt Workshops
Both: Space Sim · Space · Open World
Planets, aliens, resources, upgrades, caves, mapping & documenting star systems ... seek a new home for the human race. An all-inclusive (admittedly janky) procedural space-sim made by solo developer Schmidt Workshops.
Space SimSpaceRetroOpen WorldProcedural GenerationAtmosphericIndieExplorationOld SchoolSandbox👍 244
$14.99Astrox Imperium
Mar 22 · Jace Masula
Both: Space · Space Sim · Open World
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.
SpaceSimulationEarly AccessIndieSpace SimSandboxOpen WorldSingleplayerMiningAtmospheric👍 1,236
$9.99Astrox: Hostile Space Excavation
Nov 30 · Jace Masula
Both: Space · Open World · Space Sim
Exiled to a deep space mining sector, you are left with a crappy ship, a laser, and a small mining beam. It is up to you to survive by working your way through the galaxy. Mine asteroids, refine and trade the ore, buy upgrades for your ship, hunt pirates... you get it.
SimulationSpaceIndieAdventureSandboxOpen WorldMiningSpace SimSingleplayerProcedural Generation👍 446
$4.99X2: The Threat
Jul 21 · Egosoft
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Open World
X²: The Threat is of a new generation of space simulator games, you play the role of Julian Gardna who continues the story set by X: Beyond The Frontier. The updated graphics engine gives the universe a fresher feel with newly designed ships and stations adding to the complexity of the universe.
SpaceStrategySimulationSci-fiSingleplayerOpen WorldEconomySpace SimSandboxTrading👍 444
$19.99Interstellar Rift
Sep 24 · Split Polygon
Both: Space Sim · Open World · Exploration
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!
Space SimBuildingOpen WorldExplorationCraftingSandboxPvPMiningSurvivalFirst-Person👍 1,411
$29.99Between the Stars
Mar 7 · Isolated Games
Both: Space · Space Sim · Sci-fi
Become the Captain of an interstellar cruiser and journey across the galaxy to save the Republic. During your journey you will have to make important decisions, improve the weaponry of your ship and fight against numerous enemies.
SpaceRPGActionSimulationIndieStrategyAdventureSpace SimSingleplayerSci-fi👍 1,965
$19.99EVERSPACE™
May 25 · ROCKFISH Games
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Space Sim
EVERSPACE™ combines fast-paced combat with roguelike elements, great visuals and a captivating story. It takes you on a challenging journey through an ever-changing, beautifully crafted universe full of surprises. Shoot, craft and loot your way to victory while the odds are stacked against you.
SpaceAction RoguelikeActionIndieSci-fiSpace SimRogueliteSingleplayerFlightShooter👍 9,807
$24.99Star Valor
Aug 3 · Rafael Burgos
Both: Space · Exploration · Open World
Choose your own destiny as you explore an open-world procedurally generated galaxy where anything is possible. Become a miner, a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, or perhaps a jack of all trades. Start off small and build your way to the top but remember with every action, comes consequences.
SpaceSandboxActionRPGLootExplorationOpen WorldMiningTop-Down ShooterSci-fi👍 3,277
$14.993030 Deathwar Redux - A Space Odyssey
Sep 13 · Bird in Sky
Both: Space · Open World · Sci-fi
3030 Deathwar is a unique mix of Adventure and Space Sim. Explore star systems, mine and hunt pirates in top-down mode. Leave your ship and switch into classic Adventuring mode, where you explore derelicts, talk to shady characters or head over to the space bar for a drink.
AdventureIndieSpaceActionSimulationOpen WorldSci-fi2DExplorationSandbox👍 1,057
$2.99Project Freedom
Oct 14 · City Interactive
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Space Sim
Get your dream job with a company called Project Freedom. Become a space pilot and serve for the corporation. You're going to get all the excitement and adventure you've ever wanted. Perhaps even more... 21 missions in the campaign Outstanding 3D graphics and special effects Original storyline with unexpected turns and surprises A...
ActionSimulationSpaceSci-fiSingleplayerFlightSpace SimShooter👍 180