Games like Distant Star: Revenant Fleet
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BAFTA award winning fleet-based RTS meets rogue-lite. In Distant Star: Revenant Fleet, build your fleet of up to 5 ships from a choice of 8 classes and traverse a randomly generated galaxy to defeat the Erebus Platform. NOW AVAILABLE ON MAC AND LINUX
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$14.99Particle Fleet: Emergence
Sep 29 · Knuckle Cracker
Both: Space · RTS · Sci-fi
Build and design your own fleets and stand opposed to the Particulate in this physics/strategy/RTS/fleet hybrid. Build partially destructible and self repairing ships that interact with enemies less controlled by some scripted logic and more driven by a real time massive physics particle simulation.
StrategyIndieSimulationSpaceRTSReal-Time with PauseSci-fi2DSingleplayerPixel Graphics👍 1,198
$9.99The Long Journey Home
May 30 · Daedalic Studio West
Both: Space · Roguelike · Sci-fi
The Long Journey Home combines an open world full of galaxies, planets and anomalies with quests and mechanics of a rogue-like RPG. One destination. Endless adventures. Where will this journey take you?
SimulationStrategyRPGIndieSpaceExplorationRoguelikeSci-fiSurvivalProcedural Generation👍 1,330
$19.99Ancient Space
Sep 23 · CreativeForge Games
Both: Space · RTS · Sci-fi
Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone’. Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life and the survival of your ship and its crew.
StrategySpaceRTSSci-fiSingleplayerAtmosphericRealisticExplorationAdventureIndie👍 270
$29.99Distant Worlds: Universe
May 23 · Code Force
Both: Space · Sci-fi · RTS
Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.
Strategy4XSpaceSci-fiSimulationGrand StrategySingleplayerReal-TimeRTSReal-Time with Pause👍 1,417
$19.99Steam Marines
Sep 24 · Worthless Bums
Both: Roguelike · Sci-fi · Space
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
RoguelikeStrategyIndieRPGTurn-BasedTacticalSci-fiSpaceProcedural GenerationTurn-Based Strategy👍 219
-80%$1.99FTL: Faster Than Light
Sep 14 · Subset Games
Both: Roguelike · Space · Sci-fi
This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.
RoguelikeSpaceStrategySci-fiIndieSingleplayerPerma DeathDifficultReplay ValueReal-Time with Pause👍 62,779
$7.99Star Ruler
Sep 20 · Blind Mind Studios
Both: Space · RTS · Sci-fi
Take command of a vast interstellar empire and safeguard your species from total extinction in a procedurally generated 3D galaxy (with the option to flatten it) from 1 System to 10,000+! Prove your species' ingenuity through a deep and intricate combat system where anything (from individual components on ships to the stars themselves)...
StrategyIndieSpace4XRTSSci-fiGrand StrategyGreat SoundtrackSingleplayerMultiplayer👍 261
$4.99Galaxy Reavers
Sep 18 · Good Games
Both: Space · RTS · Sci-fi
This is a fun yet challenging RTS game. To survive in the vast galaxy, you need to build up your own fleet and customize your warships. You will also learn to control them efficiently in battle to defeat your enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire!
StrategySpaceRTSIndieSci-fi👍 170
$14.99Shattered Planet
Jul 3 · Kitfox Games
Both: Procedural Generation · Roguelike · Sci-fi
Explore a dangerous planet that's different every time and try to survive! The Galactic Union's job for you is clear: research the alien wildlife -- for science! However, researching may include lasers, explosions, hungry aliens, space sushi, and other similarly delicious-or-terrifying hazards.
RPGProcedural GenerationGrid-Based MovementStrategyRoguelikeTurn-BasedSingleplayerSci-fiTraditional RoguelikeIsometric👍 406
$5.99Phantom Signal — Sci-Fi Strategy Game
Jan 16 · Veslo Games
Both: Space · Sci-fi · RTS
Phantom Signal is a real-time sci-fi strategy game with unusual mechanics. Explore mysterious star systems and reveal the secret of the phantom signal.
StrategyCasualSimulationTower DefenseSpaceSci-fiIndieSingleplayerSpace SimRTS👍 134
$7.99Swarm Grinder
Apr 22 · Last Bite Games
Both: Roguelike · Procedural Generation
An action roguelite game with alien swarms and mechs. Battle enemies to make your way through a mass of spreading and evolving cells hosting dormant enemies. Collect a variety of game-changing skills and upgrades to create unique builds.
RoguelikeRogueliteAction RoguelikeBullet HellMechsProcedural Generation2DPixel GraphicsControllerAction RPG👍 1,164
$9.99AI War: Fleet Command
Oct 21 · Arcen Games
Both: RTS · Space · Sci-fi
"You are outgunned. You are massively outnumbered. You must win." These are your orders. Humanity has already fought its war against the machines -- and lost. AI death squads stand watch over every planet and every wormhole, the few remaining human settlements are held captive in orbiting bubbles, and the AIs have turned their...
StrategyRTSSpaceIndieSci-fiCo-op4XGrand StrategyDifficultTactical👍 993
$9.99Flotilla
Apr 29 · Blendo Games
Both: Sci-fi · Roguelike
Lead your orbital battleships to victory in Flotilla! Fight, trade, and explore new planets in your journey through the galaxy. Featuring tactically rich 3D combat, flank and surprise the enemy from any direction. When the dust settles, generate another randomized universe for a brand new adventure!
StrategyRogueliteExplorationTurn-BasedSci-fiFunnySpace SimRoguelike3DStory Rich👍 202
$9.99Interstellaria
Jul 17 · Coldrice Games LLC
Both: Space · Sci-fi · RTS
Managing a fleet across a dangerous galaxy. Every star and planet holds untold riches and dangers. Each encounter will require skills in trading, diplomacy, and combat. Allocate power to engines, charge all weapons, and take on the worst the galaxy has to handle.
SpacePixel GraphicsExplorationDiplomacySci-fiSoundtrackRTSManagementTradingSpace Sim👍 353
$24.99Crying Suns
Sep 18 · Alt Shift
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Roguelike
Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.
StrategySpacePixel GraphicsIndieRogueliteSci-fiRoguelikeReal-Time with PauseTacticalPost-apocalyptic👍 3,149
$14.99Out There: Ω Edition
Apr 2 · Mi-Clos Studio, FibreTigre
Both: Space · Sci-fi · Roguelike
Out There is an award-winning space exploration game blending roguelike, resource management and interactive fiction.
SpaceSci-fiRoguelikeResource ManagementStrategyExplorationSingleplayerRogueliteAtmosphericSurvival👍 1,359
$3.99Warlike
Jun 10 · Peter Knak
Both: Roguelike · Procedural Generation · RTS
Lead your band of mercenaries to victory in a procedurally generated fantasy world. Manage your resources, customise your army and wage epic battles against orc clans, barbarian hordes and legions of the undead. The art style may be cute, but this tactical roguelike is anything but forgiving.
StrategyAdventureRoguelikeStrategy RPGWargameFantasyMedievalProcedural GenerationTactical RPGRTS
$9.99Battlevoid: Harbinger
Feb 24 · Bugbyte Ltd.
Both: Space · Roguelike · Sci-fi
Battlevoid: Harbinger is a hard sci-fi space exploration game blending roguelike, turn-based, star map strategy, and real-time space battles. You are a young commander venturing out into enemy territories, to unknown galaxies, never knowing what you will face as you jump out from hyperspace.
StrategySpaceSimulationRoguelikeIndieActionRoguelite2DSci-fiSingleplayer👍 932
$19.99Void War
Jun 2 · Tundra
Both: Space · Roguelike
Command an ancient starship and fight your way to the heart of a dying Empire. Fend off attacks from demented cultists, craven space pirates, and xenophobic Imperial soldiers. Discover powerful artifacts and use them to build your ship into a fearsome war engine.
SpaceRoguelitePerma DeathChoices MatterStrategyDifficultReplay ValueRoguelikeResource ManagementReal-Time with Pause👍 3,661
$4.99Cargo Commander
Nov 1 · Serious Brew
Both: Procedural Generation · Sci-fi
Alone in space, light years away from your family, armed with only your Fistcannon™; you are Cargo Corps' latest recruit, a Cargo Commander.
IndieProcedural GenerationAtmosphericRoguelitePlatformerActionSci-fiScore AttackArcadeSoundtrack👍 661
STAR WARS™ Rebellion
Mar 1 · Coolhand Interactive
Both: Sci-fi · RTS · Space
It is a time of great upheaval. The first Death Star has been destroyed, marking a major victory for the Rebellion. But the Empire remains strong. As commander, you must choose to take control of either the Rebel Alliance or the Galactic Empire. Your goal: complete domination of the galaxy.
StrategyGrand StrategySci-fiClassicRTS4X1990'sSingleplayerSpace👍 1,272
$5.99Master of Orion 2
Feb 25 · SimTex
Both: Space · Sci-fi
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
Strategy4XTurn-BasedSpaceSci-fiClassicTurn-Based StrategyMultiplayerSingleplayerRetro👍 1,658
$4.99Weird Worlds: Return to Infinite Space
Mar 19 · Digital Eel
Both: Roguelike · Sci-fi · Space
Weird Worlds: Return to Infinite Space is a hybrid roguelike game of space exploration, adventure and starship combat.
IndieStrategyCasualAdventureRoguelikeSci-fiSpaceSingleplayerPerma DeathExploration👍 167
-80%$1.99Space Empires: Starfury
Aug 3 · Malfador Machinations
Both: Space · RTS · Sci-fi
In Space Empires: Starfury you are on a wild intergalactic ride through the Space Empires universe. You are an undercover agent for the TCN (Terran Confederation Navy) trying to determine the cause of a recent escalation of pirate attacks in the Neutral territories.
StrategySpaceReal Time TacticsRTSTradingSpace SimManagement3DActionSci-fi
Starfall Online
Feb 20 · Snowforged Entertainment
Both: RTS · Space
Starfall Online is a real-time multiplayer strategy mixed with wargame. Three rival factions — Deprived, Vanguard and Eclipse rule the world, and you are to become the part of the confrontation between them. Gather your own fleet and embark on a journey through the Galaxy!
RPGMassively MultiplayerStrategyFree to PlayRTSSpace
$9.99Imperium Galactica II
Jan 19 · Digital Reality, Gyroscope Games
Both: Space · RTS
Reintroducing a classic from the golden era of gaming, the original empire building space RTS, Imperium Galactica 2 is back and looking better than ever with new high-res textures and vivid colors.
StrategySpaceRTS4XClassicSingleplayer👍 591
-60%$5.99Star Traders: Frontiers
Jul 31 · Trese Brothers
Both: Sci-fi · Procedural Generation
You are the captain of a starship venturing through a massive open universe. Customize your crew and take command at the helm of your very own ship as you explore a galaxy torn apart by internal strife, alien threats, and political intrigue.
Sci-fiModdableSimulationTradingTactical RPGManagementProcedural GenerationSandboxTurn-Based CombatSpace Sim👍 3,672
$5.99StarFringe: Adversus
Jul 26 · Casualogic, Droid Riot
Both: RTS · Space
This is the story about the beginning of the conquest of outer space by earthlings. It began as a global idea of saving mankind from hunger and lack of resources, and ended as a brutal and merciless war in space far from Earth.
StrategyRTSBase BuildingSpaceIndieAdventureActionExploration4XTop-Down Shooter👍 139
-75%$4.99Starcom: Nexus
Dec 12 · Wx3 Labs, LLC
Both: Space · Sci-fi
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
-75%$3.74Sid Meier's Starships
Mar 12 · Firaxis Games
Both: Space · Sci-fi
Build and command a fleet of starships and travel between planets as you explore, build, negotiate, and fight to preserve your vision for humanity.
StrategySpaceTurn-Based StrategySci-fiSingleplayerTacticalCasual4XTurn-Based👍 1,964
$3.99The Pair Annihilation
Jan 30 · DAID Games
Both: Space · Roguelike
'The Pair Annihilation' is grid + turn-based strategy roguelike game. Use different combinations of ships, different artifacts, in battles on various battlefields to defeat Udtmos!
SpaceRoguelikeTurn-Based StrategyRPGGrid-Based MovementIndieTurn-Based TacticsStrategy RPGStrategy3D




