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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.

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We filtered the 46 games similar to Mars 2120 down to the 15 that fit the “Sci-Fi” category. The Outer Worlds, Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and SteamWorld Heist top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Mars 2120.

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GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

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NarrativeSoloCo-op

Year 2024Dev QUByte Interactive

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Within the “Sci-Fi” category, the closest game to Mars 2120 is The Outer Worlds — scoring 75/100 on our similarity scale. Michael Jackson's Moonwalker and SteamWorld Heist follow close behind.

#1The Outer Worlds75 #2Michael Jackson's Moonwalker58 #3SteamWorld Heist53 #4X3: Terran Conflict49 #5STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜68

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The best games with a sci-fi setting like Mars 2120

15 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Mars 2120. Each one has been evaluated across 14 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.

#1The Outer WorldsClosest overall match

75

The Outer Worlds

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPGSub-subgenreFirst-Person ARPG

SoloCo-opMeleeNarrativeOpen WorldSci-FiSpaceExploration

Steam👍 82%· 28KIGDB86· 15OC83· 215

Year 2019Dev Obsidian Entertainment · Private DivisionOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and shooter

≠ Its own twist: first-person shooting, skill tree progression and loot and gear systems, while skipping precision platforming

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: visuals.

Combat100Game mode100Tone100Setting100World100Genre75

#2Michael Jackson's MoonwalkerClosest on genre

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Michael Jackson's Moonwalker

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloCo-opSci-FiSpace2D

Year 1990Dev Emerald Software · U.S. GoldOn PC

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: combat magic and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: combat.

It predates Mars 2120 by 34 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Game mode79Combat0

#3SteamWorld Heist

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SteamWorld Heist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiSpace2D

Steam👍 94%· 6.2KIGDB88· 12OC86· 63

Year 2015Dev Image & FormOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy and combat tactical, while skipping action RPG combat

It predates Mars 2120 by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Setting100Visuals100Combat73Game mode51

#4X3: Terran Conflict

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X3: Terran Conflict

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeOpen WorldSpaceSci-FiExploration

Steam👍 85%· 2.8KRAWG👍 60%· 63MC73IGDB90· 1

Year 2008Dev EgosoftPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, open world exploration and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sandbox freedom and turn-based strategy, while skipping action RPG combat

A game from the X series of games. The whole series consists of four main games - X: Beyond the Frontier, X2: The Threat, X3: Reunion and X Rebirth - and the sequels to them. Sequels, which include X3: Terran Conflict, can be considered as stand-alone games, their difference from the "main" games is that the sequels develop the ideas that first appear in the "main" games.

It predates Mars 2120 by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Setting100World61Game mode51Progression50

#5STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜Closest on progression

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STRIDER / ストライダー飛竜

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeSci-FiExploration2D

Steam👍 81%· 4.2KRAWG👍 54%· 333MC78IGDB78· 16OC77· 62

Year 2012Dev Capcom · SEGAPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: Metroidvania exploration and setting cyberpunk, while skipping shooter

Strider is a platforming hack and slash game developed by Double Helix Games. The game is a reboot of 1989 title, yet the developers didn't intend the game to be viewed as one. The title retells the original game's story.

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Progression100Visuals100Game mode51Setting35

#6Mega Man Zero

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Mega Man Zero

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DPost-ApocalypticCyberpunk

Year 2002Dev Capcom

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and shooter

≠ Where it differs: brings post-apocalyptic world and setting cyberpunk, while skipping strong narrative focus

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode50Setting30

66

Katana ZERO

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-Fi2D

Steam👍 98%· 75KRAWG👍 90%· 1.1KMC83IGDB85· 8OC84· 72

Year 2019Dev Askiisoft · Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, punishing difficulty and setting cyberpunk, while skipping shooter

Katana ZERO is a fast paced neo-noir action platformer, focusing on tight, instant-death acrobatic combat, and a dark 80's neon aesthetic.

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

Genre100Combat100Tone53Game mode51Visuals51Setting22

65

Battletoads

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloCo-opMeleeSci-Fi2D

OC73· 115

Year 1991Dev Rare · Masaya

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with setting cyberpunk and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Game mode79Setting35

#9Forgotton Anne

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Forgotton Anne

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-Fi2D

Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65

Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Mars 2120, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe casual and fantasy world, while skipping action RPG combat

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Tone60Game mode51Setting30

#10Mega Man Zero 2

59

Mega Man Zero 2

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 2003Dev Inti Creates · Capcom

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and shooter

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: game mode and setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Setting44Game mode36

#11Mega Man Zero 3

59

Mega Man Zero 3

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 2004Dev Inti Creates · Capcom

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and shooter

≠ Stands apart with multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: game mode and setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Setting44Game mode36

#12Captain Commando

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Captain Commando

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloCo-opSci-Fi2DOffline

Year 1991Dev Capcom

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and precision platforming

≠ Stands apart with offline and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 33 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode58Setting44

#13Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloCo-opSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

IGDB40

Year 1992Dev Konami

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Its own twist: multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 32 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode79Setting44

45

Rampage

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 1986Dev Bally Midway

✓ Like Mars 2120, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: game mode and setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 38 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Setting44Game mode36

#15Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The HyperStone Heist

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The HyperStone Heist

GenreRPGSubgenreAction RPG

SoloSci-Fi2DMultiplayer

Year 1992Dev Konami

✓ Shared with Mars 2120: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Mars 2120: game mode and setting.

It predates Mars 2120 by 32 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Visuals100Setting44Game mode36

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