5 Simulation games like EVE Online that you should try

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We filtered the 44 games similar to EVE Online down to the 5 that fit the “Simulation” category. Albion Online, Palia and Mabinogi top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to EVE Online.

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GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreSandbox MMO

The best simulation games like EVE Online

5 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to EVE Online. Each one has been evaluated across 24 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.

#1Albion Online

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GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreSandbox MMO

MultiplayerOnlinePvPCo-opMeleeOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationCraftingManagementIsometricFree to Play

Steam👍 79%· 91KIGDB88· 4OC79· 10

✓ Fits the sandbox MMORPGs cluster, with deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with survival mechanics, fantasy world and setting medieval, while skipping combat tactical

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#2Palia

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GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerCo-opOnlineExplorationCraftingThird PersonFree to Play

Steam👍 86%· 42KIGDB87· 2OC78· 10

Year 2023Dev Singularity 6On Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Shared with EVE Online: deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPGSub-subgenreTheme Park MMO

MultiplayerOnlineCo-opPvPMeleeOpen WorldExplorationSkill TreeFree to Play

Steam👍 74%· 4.1KIGDB70· 1

Year 2008Dev NEXON KOREA · NexonPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like EVE Online, it's known for deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, vibe casual and combat magic, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreRPGSubgenreMMORPG

MultiplayerOnlineOpen WorldExplorationIsometricThird Person

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Year 2016Dev Niantic LabsOn Android · iOS

✓ If you enjoyed EVE Online, expect deep RPG systems, MMO world and community and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with fantasy world, single-player focus and visual 2d, while skipping sandbox freedom

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#5Once Human

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreThird-Person ARPG

MultiplayerCo-opOnlinePvPSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationThird PersonFree to Play

Steam👍 78%· 173KIGDB85· 2OC74· 16

Year 2024Dev Starry StudioOn Xbox · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed EVE Online, expect deep RPG systems, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, shooter and third-person shooting, while skipping MMO world and community

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