7 Narrative games like Moonbase Alpha that you should try

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We filtered the 37 games similar to Moonbase Alpha down to the 7 that fit the “Narrative” category. NBA 2K24, FIFA 23 and NBA 2K23 top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Moonbase Alpha.

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The best narrative games like Moonbase Alpha

7 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Moonbase Alpha. Each one has been evaluated across 17 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.

#1NBA 2K24

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineNarrativeOpen WorldThird Person

Steam👍 32%· 44KIGDB73· 3OC68· 69

Year 2023Dev Visual Concepts · 2K GamesPlaytime ~27hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Moonbase Alpha: deep simulation, sports simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: PvP competition, offline and resource management, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#2FIFA 23

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineNarrativeOpen WorldThird Person

Steam👍 57%· 151KIGDB81· 3OC76· 82

Year 2022Dev EA Vancouver · EA SportsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Like Moonbase Alpha, it's known for deep simulation, sports simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: PvP competition, offline and resource management, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

MultiplayerCo-opSoloOnlineNarrativeOpen World

Steam👍 62%· 51KRAWG👍 50%· 22OC79· 87

Year 2022Dev Visual Concepts · 2K GamesPlaytime ~13hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Moonbase Alpha, it's known for deep simulation, sports simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with PvP competition, offline and skill tree progression, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#4VRChat

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MultiplayerOnlineSoloCo-opNarrativeOpen WorldExplorationFirst PersonThird PersonFree to Play

Steam👍 75%· 262KRAWG👍 50%· 532

Year 2017Dev VRChatPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Moonbase Alpha, it's known for deep simulation, adventure storytelling and sports simulation

≠ Stands apart with vibe casual, setting anime and fantasy world, while skipping sandbox freedom

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#5FIFA 22

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineNarrativeOpen WorldThird Person

Steam👍 81%· 120KRAWG👍 54%· 235MC76IGDB79· 7OC78· 91

Year 2021Dev Electronic Arts Vancouver · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~21hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Moonbase Alpha, expect deep simulation, sports simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with competitive edge, offline and PvP competition, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#6Yakuza

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloNarrativeSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationThird Person

IGDB77· 3

Year 2005Dev Ryu Ga Gotoku Studios · Sega

✓ Shared with Moonbase Alpha: deep simulation, sports simulation and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fighting mechanics, while skipping puzzle design

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#7The Graveyard

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloNarrativeThird Person

Steam👍 61%· 621RAWG👍 63%· 24

Year 2009Dev Tale of TalesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Android · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Moonbase Alpha, expect deep simulation, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings roguelike runs, while skipping sports simulation

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