What is the best game similar to Clean The Sea!?

The closest game to Clean The Sea! is SpaceEngine, scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including deep simulation, sandbox freedom and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.

What are the top games like Clean The Sea!?

The three closest games to Clean The Sea! are: 1. SpaceEngine (82/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Kerbal Space Program (72/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. From Dust (75/100, 7 shared attributes). All share Clean The Sea!'s most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 12 dimensions.

Is Kerbal Space Program similar to Clean The Sea!?

Yes, very much so — Kerbal Space Program scores 72/100 similarity to Clean The Sea!. They share 8 attributes, including deep simulation and sandbox freedom. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.

What Sandbox games are similar to Clean The Sea!?

The best Sandbox games similar to Clean The Sea! are SpaceEngine, Kerbal Space Program, From Dust and Grow Home. All share the Sandbox genre alongside other key Clean The Sea! attributes like deep simulation, sandbox freedom and single-player focus.

How is similarity to Clean The Sea! calculated?

We compare Clean The Sea! against every game in our catalog using 12 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Clean The Sea! experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

If Clean The Sea! left you wanting more, this list of 49 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — sandbox freedom, cozy, relaxing feel and sandbox world — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 12 attributes. SpaceEngine comes closest (82/100).

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Clean The Sea!. Each one has been evaluated across 12 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1SpaceEngineClosest overall match

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloCasualRelaxingOpen WorldSandbox WorldExploration3D

Steam👍 96%· 16KRAWG👍 89%· 36

Year 2019Dev Vladimir RomanyukPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, procedural generation and setting scifi, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

SpaceEngine is a 1:1 scale science-based Universe simulator, featuring billions upon billions of galaxies, nebulae, stars, and planets, all shown at their full real-world scale.

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#2Kerbal Space ProgramClosest on world

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationSkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 140KRAWG👍 84%· 408MC88IGDB87· 7OC81· 41

Year 2015Dev Squad · Private DivisionPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of open-world adventures: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, punishing difficulty and setting space, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

How to build a spaceship capable of delivering a human crew into space - and return this crew back?

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: tone and visuals.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 67%· 2.9KIGDB80· 5

Year 2011Dev Ubisoft Montpellier · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and combat magic, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Clean The Sea!.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Grow HomeClosest on tone

iRank85

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloCasualCozyRelaxingOpen WorldSandbox WorldExploration

Steam👍 92%· 5.6KIGDB78· 6OC76· 38

Year 2015Dev Ubisoft Reflections · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with sandbox freedom, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, precision platforming and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100World100Tone96Progression64Visuals0

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationMelee

Steam👍 83%· 522RAWG👍 58%· 36MC72IGDB67· 2

Year 2003Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of open-world adventures: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, melee combat and setting space, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

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.

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals and progression.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6X: Beyond the Frontier

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationMelee

Steam👍 75%· 387RAWG👍 56%· 32MC67IGDB30· 1

Year 1999Dev Egosoft · THQPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Where it differs: brings turn-based strategy, melee combat and setting space, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

The Human Race had advanced to the point where we could travel among the stars, we developed giant automated machines to help us colonise other worlds, but there was a fault in their programming and they turned and attacked. Forcing us to lay a trap to protect Earth and exiling the Human race to stay on Earth once again.

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals and progression.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 25 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam

#7The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

iRank91

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationSkill TreeIsometric

IGDB92· 15OC90· 71

Year 2013Dev Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.3 · Nintendo

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, puzzle design and combat magic, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8Animal Crossing: City Folk

iRank70

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationIsometric

IGDB70· 5

Year 2008Dev Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.2 · Nintendo

✓ Same family of open-world adventures: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Its own twist: multiplayer gameplay and visual third person, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#9Scribblenauts Unlimited

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloCasualCozySandbox WorldOpen WorldExploration

Steam👍 94%· 12KIGDB72· 10

Year 2012Dev 5th Cell · WB GamesOn Android · PC · iOS

✓ Both are open-world adventures — sharing sandbox freedom, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, puzzle design and precision platforming, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationSkill Tree

IGDB98· 27OC96· 167

Year 2017Dev Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 3 · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Same family of open-world adventures: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, puzzle design and ranged combat, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

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#11The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

iRank95

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationRanged

IGDB95· 6OC95· 164

Year 2023Dev Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 3 · NintendoOn Switch

✓ Same family of open-world adventures: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, puzzle design and ranged combat, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals and progression.

Genre100Game mode100World100Progression47Visuals0

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationSkill Tree

IGDB81· 4

Year 2007Dev Ubisoft Montreal · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of open-world adventures: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, precision platforming and stealth mechanics, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13The Last Clockwinder

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GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloRelaxingCozyOpen WorldExploration

Steam👍 96%· 784IGDB80· 1OC83· 12

Year 2022Dev pontoco · Cyan VenturesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS

✓ Both are open-world adventures — sharing deep simulation, vibe relaxing and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, puzzle design and strong narrative focus, while skipping sandbox freedom

You are on a mission to repair an ancient clocktower built into the trunk of a colossal tree. Inside, you find a pair of gloves that allow you to turn anything you do into a looping clockwork automaton. Use the Clockwinder’s gloves to turn every task into a looping clockwork automaton.

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals and progression.

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#14Abzu

iRank87

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloRelaxingCasualOpen WorldExploration

Steam👍 93%· 27KIGDB81· 27OC80· 122

Year 2016Dev Giant Squid · 505 GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with deep simulation, vibe relaxing and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and strong narrative focus, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals and world.

It predates Clean The Sea! by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Tone70Progression62World38Visuals0

GenreAdventureSubgenreOpen World Action-Adventure

SoloRelaxingCozyCasualOpen WorldExplorationSkill TreeIsometric

Steam👍 99%· 22KRAWG👍 91%· 469MC84IGDB78· 2OC87· 32

Year 2019Dev adamgryuPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the open-world adventures cluster, with vibe relaxing, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and fantasy world, while skipping sandbox freedom

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park. Follow the marked trails or explore the backcountry as you make your way to the summit. Along the way, meet other hikers, discover hidden treasures, and take in the world around you.

Where it drifts furthest from Clean The Sea!: visuals.

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Complete list of Clean The Sea! alternatives

The full catalog of games sharing gameplay DNA with Clean The Sea!, ordered from highest to lowest similarity score. Use the filters above to narrow down by genre, setting or game mode and find the alternative that best fits your playstyle.

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars

Adventure · Shooter

The First Tree

Adventure · Simulation

Super Mario Odyssey

Adventure · Platformer

Bully

Adventure · Sandbox

L.A. Noire

Adventure · Sandbox

Train Simulator Classic

Simulation

Pilgrims

Adventure · Puzzle

Outer Wilds

Adventure · Puzzle

Refunct

Adventure · Puzzle

Agricultural Simulator: Historical Farming

Simulation

Telling Lies

Adventure · Simulation

Port Royale 3

Simulation

The Spirit and the Mouse

Adventure · Puzzle

Thank Goodness You're Here!

Adventure · Puzzle

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Adventure · Puzzle

Cosmic Osmo and the Worlds Beyond the Mackerel

Adventure · Puzzle

AER: Memories of Old

Adventure · Puzzle

Fatum Betula

Adventure · Puzzle

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

Adventure · Puzzle

Stray

Adventure · Platformer

Dear Esther: Landmark Edition

Adventure · Puzzle

Super Mario 64

Adventure · Platformer

RiME

Adventure · Puzzle

Firewatch

Adventure · Horror

The Witness

Adventure · Puzzle

Proteus

Adventure

Obduction

Adventure · Puzzle

Everybody's Gone to the Rapture

Adventure

The Suicide of Rachel Foster

Adventure

Destroy All Humans!

Adventure

The Legend of Zelda

Adventure

Spider-Man 3

Platformer

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Adventure

Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines

Adventure

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Clean The Sea!?: The closest game to Clean The Sea! is SpaceEngine, scoring 82/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including deep simulation, sandbox freedom and single-player focus. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Clean The Sea!?: The three closest games to Clean The Sea! are: 1. SpaceEngine (82/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Kerbal Space Program (72/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. From Dust (75/100, 7 shared attributes). All share Clean The Sea!'s most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 49 candidates across 12 dimensions.
Is Kerbal Space Program similar to Clean The Sea!?: Yes, very much so — Kerbal Space Program scores 72/100 similarity to Clean The Sea!. They share 8 attributes, including deep simulation and sandbox freedom. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Sandbox games are similar to Clean The Sea!?: The best Sandbox games similar to Clean The Sea! are SpaceEngine, Kerbal Space Program, From Dust and Grow Home. All share the Sandbox genre alongside other key Clean The Sea! attributes like deep simulation, sandbox freedom and single-player focus.
How is similarity to Clean The Sea! calculated?: We compare Clean The Sea! against every game in our catalog using 12 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Clean The Sea! experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.