14 Games with a sci-fi setting like Frostpunk 2 that you should try

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We filtered the 18 games similar to Frostpunk 2 down to the 14 that fit the “Sci-Fi” category. Pacific Drive, Fallout Shelter and Frostpunk top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Frostpunk 2.

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The best games with a sci-fi setting like Frostpunk 2

14 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Frostpunk 2. Each one has been evaluated across 11 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.

#1Pacific DriveClosest on genre

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloNarrativeSci-FiPost-ApocalypticExplorationBase BuildingManagement

Steam👍 83%· 26KRAWG👍 69%· 85IGDB84· 5OC80· 77

Year 2024Dev Ironwood Studio · Kepler InteractivePlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, horror tension and racing gameplay, while skipping dark, oppressive atmosphere

Pacific Drive is a run-based, first-person driving survival game. Your car is your only companion as you navigate a surreal and anomaly-filled reimagining of the Pacific Northwest.

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: visuals.

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#2Fallout ShelterClosest on setting

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloPost-ApocalypticSci-FiBase BuildingManagement

Steam👍 88%· 81KIGDB68· 9

Year 2015Dev Bethesda Game Studios · Bethesda SoftworksOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and post-apocalyptic world

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: tone and visuals.

It predates Frostpunk 2 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3FrostpunkClosest on visuals

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SoloNarrativeDarkPost-ApocalypticSci-FiBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 93%· 134KRAWG👍 88%· 1.1KMC85IGDB86· 9OC86· 103

Year 2018Dev 11 Bit Studios · 11 bit studiosPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Frostpunk 2, expect deep simulation, survival mechanics and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings real-time strategy and punishing difficulty, while skipping exploration and discovery

In an ultimately frozen world, people develop steam-powered technology to oppose the overwhelming cold. The city ruler has to manage both the inhabitants and the infrastracture the citizens live in.

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Steam GOG Epic

#4Kenshi

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GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloSci-FiPost-ApocalypticExplorationBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 112KRAWG👍 77%· 191MC75IGDB84· 1

Year 2018Dev Lo-Fi GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Like Frostpunk 2, it's known for deep simulation, survival mechanics and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, sandbox freedom and deep RPG systems, while skipping strong narrative focus

A free-roaming squad based RPG. Focusing on open-ended sandbox gameplay features rather than a linear story. Be a trader, a thief, a rebel, a warlord, an adventurer, a farmer, a slave, or just food for the cannibals. Research new equipment and craft new gear.

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Steam GOG Epic

#5Horizon Forbidden West

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GenreStrategySubgenreTycoon / Management

SoloNarrativeSci-FiPost-ApocalypticExplorationManagement

IGDB92· 10OC88· 196

Year 2022Dev Guerrilla Games · Sony Interactive EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ If you enjoyed Frostpunk 2, expect strong narrative focus, setting scifi and post-apocalyptic world

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: visuals and progression.

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#6Jurassic World Evolution 2Closest overall match

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloDarkNarrativeSci-FiManagementBase BuildingExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 90%· 46KIGDB72· 5OC79· 81

Year 2021Dev Frontier DevelopmentsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration, while skipping post-apocalyptic world

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloSci-FiBase BuildingManagementExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 80%· 28KIGDB74· 7OC77· 60

Year 2018Dev Haemimont Games · Paradox InteractiveOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Fits the colony sims cluster, with deep simulation, survival mechanics and setting scifi

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: setting.

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloSci-FiBase BuildingManagementExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 98%· 229KRAWG👍 87%· 808MC83IGDB86· 2OC82· 14

Year 2020Dev Wube SoftwarePlaytime ~20hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of colony sims: deep simulation, survival mechanics and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration, while skipping strong narrative focus

Factorio is an isometric space real-time strategy developed by Wube Software. ###Story An astronaut is stranded on the surface of a distant unknown planet, that is full with low life forms and fossil fuels. His main objective now is to survive and build a rocket to leave the planet.

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: game mode and setting.

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#9Oxygen Not Included

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloSci-FiBase BuildingManagementExploration

Steam👍 97%· 140KRAWG👍 85%· 379MC86

Year 2017Dev Klei EntertainmentPlaytime ~7hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and setting scifi

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

In the space-colony simulation game Oxygen Not Included you’ll find that scarcities of oxygen, warmth and sustenance are constant threats to your colony's survival.

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: tone and visuals.

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloSci-FiBase BuildingExplorationManagement

Steam👍 97%· 270KRAWG👍 89%· 355IGDB95· 2OC91· 26

Year 2024Dev Coffee Stain StudiosPlaytime ~12hOn PC

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and setting scifi

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, sandbox freedom and open world exploration, while skipping strong narrative focus

FICSIT - AN INTRODUCTION Welcome to FICSIT Incorporated! A company specialised in the research, development and application of new technology and science, anything to find short-term solutions to long-term problems!

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: visuals and game mode.

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Steam Epic

#11Jurassic World Evolution

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloNarrativeDarkSci-FiManagementBase BuildingExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 87%· 55KIGDB74· 13OC71· 99

Year 2018Dev Frontier Developments · Universal PicturesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Frostpunk 2, expect deep simulation, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, sandbox world and open world exploration, while skipping survival mechanics

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Steam Epic PS

#12Sunless Sea

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GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloNarrativeDarkSci-FiExplorationIsometric

Steam👍 83%· 9.5KIGDB85· 4OC81· 28

Year 2015Dev Failbetter GamesOn Linux · PC · iOS

✓ Like Frostpunk 2, it's known for survival mechanics, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: setting and progression.

It predates Frostpunk 2 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG Epic

#13Plague Inc.

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SoloDarkSci-FiIsometricTactical

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Year 2012Dev Ndemic CreationsOn PC · Android · iOS

✓ Like Frostpunk 2, it's known for deep simulation, dark, oppressive atmosphere and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings real-time strategy, combat tactical and horror setting, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: setting.

It predates Frostpunk 2 by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#14The Dig

GenreStrategySubgenreTycoon / Management

SoloDarkSci-FiManagementIsometric

Year 2021Dev 1CreditOn Web

✓ If you enjoyed Frostpunk 2, expect dark, oppressive atmosphere, setting scifi and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, adventure storytelling and horror setting, while skipping deep simulation

DIG! DIG! DIG! The goal of this game is to put the ball to the goal. Good luck and have fun! :) About Us Hello everyone, I am kimiLao, this is my first game on itch.

Where it drifts furthest from Frostpunk 2: setting.

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