The top results based on the latest update are Universe Sandbox [Score: 3.5], Kerbal Space Program [Score: 3.2] and OVERVIEW: a Walk Through the Universe [Score: 3.1].
The top rated games you can find here are Kerbal Space Program [SteamPeek Rating: 10.5] ranked #2, Space Engineers [SteamPeek Rating: 10.0] ranked #183 and Stellaris [SteamPeek Rating: 9.6] ranked #140.
While it is tempting to play with the newest and the best, there might be some other gems in the results, like Starpoint Gemini 2 [SteamPeek Rating: 5.6] ranked #60, Avorion [SteamPeek Rating: 8.1] ranked #61 and Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator [SteamPeek Rating: 5.7] ranked #62.
SpaceEngine
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The world's first science-based photorealistic interactive 3D planetarium that models the entire Universe, using procedural generation for uncharted areas.
Create and destroy on an unimaginable scale... with a space simulator that merges real-time gravity, climate, collision, and material interactions to reveal the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Includes VR support for HTC Vive, Oculus Rift+Touch, and Windows Mixed Reality.
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.
Overview is a mind-changing experience about our position in the Universe. With a narrative and an interactive mode, it features realistic imagery and accurate data to leave you in awe and wonder at the vastness of the Cosmos.
Take On Mars places you right in the middle of mankind’s most exciting undertaking. Start out in the seat of a rover operator, finish as the first human to have ever set foot on the Red Planet.
Take part in a Russian space program. Design spacecrafts and send them off to explore the vast expanses of space. Experience the real scale of the Solar system and the size of its celestial bodies.
Drifter is an open-world sandbox space trading game with a procedurally-generated galaxy 100,000 light years across made up of tens of thousands of star systems to explore and features an original soundtrack by composer Danny Baranowsky.
Space Battle VR is an action shooter set in space. It supports VR controllers to give you a real feel how it is to be a spaceship pilot. You can truly feel the cosmos with this game. Jump into an awesome adventure, help mankind, win a war, bring freedom and happiness to the universe. People need you!
Become a pioneer of spaceflight. As an engineer in the Soviet Space Program you will be responsible for repairing, fixing and building the iconic spacecraft and rockets from the R-7 family.
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Release date: 12 Aug, 2019
The unexpected discovery of valuable minerals within the rings of Saturn has sparked a thriving space excavation industry. Experience hard sci-fi, top-down space mining simulator, with every aspect backed up by real physics and science.
SimulationSandboxSpacePhysicsScienceEducationIndieCasualSingleplayerGod GameFree to PlaySci-fiAtmosphericSpace SimFunnyExplorationDestructionEpicVRAction
As an Engineer - crew member of one of the first Mars colonies - you are responsible for repairing and maintaining Mars Rovers. In this advanced simulator you will learn the internal details of various Mars Rovers and their components.
Satellite Command is a realistic, relaxing astrophysics simulator. Complete contracts with real data, launch and take control of ever more powerful Satellites, research advanced technology and build your Space Agency!
A single-developer passion project. Seamless full scale solar system / balls-up action. Be part of the journey as a Universe is built from the ground up!
Welcome to the Training Day on Mars! In this free version of our advanced simulator you will learn everything you need to know about repairing and maintaining Mars Rovers.
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Release date: 13 Sep, 2017
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.
Space Mechanic Simulator is focused around repairing space stations and space shuttles. Every machine has hundreds of parts that you can take out and replace. Explore 3 celestial bodies using your rover and feel like a real astronaut when you look in the sky and see Planet Earth in its whole view.
Use the Nimbatus Drone Creator to construct physically simulated drones and try them out in a virtual testing environment. Do you have what it takes to become a drone engineer?
After a century in cryosleep you find yourself stranded amidst the ruins of mankind’s first interstellar colony. Explore derelict ships and stations and harvest raw resources in search of air, fuel and other equipment. Or loot and pillage what you need from other survivors. The choice is yours!
You've barely managed to escape your exploding spaceship. Now in an old escape pod, you hurtle through space at the mercy of the cosmos. With no knowledge of the pod’s complex systems, your life depends on a technical manual and your own wits. How long can you survive?
Nature, Survival & Animal Lifecycles: Experience the incredible life of animals & their unique life stories; Drunk On Nectar aspires to become the most comprehensive Nature experience ever made.
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Release date: 30 Nov, 2018
X4: FOUNDATIONS brings our most sophisticated universe SIMULATION ever. Fly every ship, EXPLORE space or manage an empire; TRADE, FIGHT, BUILD and THINK carefully, while you embark on an epic journey. Experience new stories and features with the massive 3.0 Update!
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Release date: 18 May, 2017
Detached is a suspenseful interstellar duel that demands tactics and skill to survive. Separated from your unit you must make smart decisions and race to safety in this visceral exploration of deep space. Strap yourself into your spacesuit for thrilling gameplay designed for VR headsets.
