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More about this game →If Space Haven left you wanting more, this list of 32 similar games is for you. Each one shares part of its essence — deep simulation, sandbox world and setting space — and is ranked by a similarity score computed across 17 attributes. Forager comes closest (86/100).
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The closest game to Space Haven is Forager — scoring 86/100 on our similarity scale. Oxygen Not Included and Surviving Mars follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Space Haven. 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.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and deep RPG systems
≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping setting space
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: setting.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and sandbox freedom
≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, punishing difficulty and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping deep RPG systems
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 Space Haven: visuals.
It predates Space Haven by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, deep RPG systems and survival mechanics
≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, vibe casual and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping open world exploration
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: visuals and setting.
It predates Space Haven by 11 years, with what that implies technically.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics
≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, strong narrative focus and melee combat, while skipping deep RPG systems
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: setting.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics
≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping deep RPG systems
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Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: visuals and game mode.
✓ Same family of colony sims: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics
≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, co op and visual 2d, while skipping deep RPG systems
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 Space Haven: game mode and setting.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and sandbox freedom
≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, horror tension and racing gameplay, while skipping deep RPG systems
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 Space Haven: visuals and setting.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep RPG systems
A small town surrounded by war. The usual order is irrevocably violated, you have to survive, but you are not a soldier and certainly not a superhero. The player controls a group of two to four civilians selected from twelve characters. The goal is simple - to survive the war.
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: setting and visuals.
It predates Space Haven by 12 years, with what that implies technically.
✓ Like Space Haven, it's known for sandbox freedom, deep simulation and deep RPG systems
≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, adventure storytelling and stealth mechanics, while skipping setting space
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.
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: setting.
It predates Space Haven by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
✓ If you enjoyed Space Haven, expect deep simulation, survival mechanics and sandbox freedom
≠ Where it differs: brings turn-based strategy, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping setting space
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: setting.
✓ Like Space Haven, it's known for deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics
≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, vibe casual and combat tactical, while skipping deep RPG systems
Inspired by Nordic mythology and fused with nostalgia from the ’80s-’90s, Songs of Syx aims to deliver a unique city-builder experience on an epic scale. You start off as a colony-sim, and tend to your minions, micromanage your assets and try to stay off your neighbor’s radar.
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: setting.
✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and fantasy world
≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, roguelike runs and turn-based strategy, while skipping deep RPG systems
Stacklands is a village builder where you stack cards to collect food, build structures, and fight creatures. For example, dragging a 'Villager' card on top of a 'Berry Bush' card will spawn 'Berry' cards which the villagers can eat to survive!
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: world and setting.
✓ If you enjoyed Space Haven, expect deep simulation, deep RPG systems and survival mechanics
≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual, while skipping setting space
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: visuals and setting.
✓ Like Space Haven, it's known for deep simulation, sandbox freedom and open world exploration
≠ Stands apart with visual 3d and visual third person, while skipping deep RPG systems
Dyson Sphere Program is a sci-fi simulation game with space, adventure, exploration and factory automation elements where you can build your own galactic industrial empire from scratch. In the distant future, the power of science and technology has ushered a new age to the human race.
Where it drifts furthest from Space Haven: visuals.
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