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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

We filtered the 41 games similar to Star Trucker down to the 10 that fit the “Simulation” category. Astroneer, The Long Dark and Raft top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Star Trucker.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival
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RelaxingNarrativeSolo
Year 2024Dev Monster and Monster

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Within the “Simulation” category, the closest game to Star Trucker is Astroneer — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. The Long Dark and Raft follow close behind.

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The best simulation games like Star Trucker

10 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Star Trucker. 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.

#1Astroneer
Astroneer
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeOpen WorldSandbox WorldSpaceSci-FiExplorationThird Person
Steam👍 92%· 138KIGDB81· 4OC75· 26
Year 2019Dev System Era SoftworksOn PS4 · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: multiplayer gameplay, co op and base building, while skipping vibe relaxing

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: game mode and tone.

Genre100Setting100World100Visuals62Progression45Tone36
#2The Long Dark
The Long Dark
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationFirst Person
Steam👍 89%· 122KRAWG👍 78%· 881MC76IGDB82· 5OC77· 53
Year 2014Dev Hinterland StudioPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with shooter, first-person shooting and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping vibe relaxing

The Long Dark is a game about surviving in the unforgiving conditions of frozen North Canadian taiga. The Arctic wilderness may be breathtakingly beautiful, thanks to the game’s artful visual style, but it is also deadly.

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: setting and tone.

It predates Star Trucker by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100World100Visuals73Progression67Tone39
#3Raft
Raft
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationFirst PersonThird Person
Steam👍 93%· 372KRAWG👍 77%· 448IGDB80· 1
Year 2022Dev Redbeet Interactive · Axolot GamesPlaytime ~8hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, co op and online features, while skipping vibe relaxing

By yourself or with friends, your mission is to survive an epic oceanic adventure across a perilous sea! Gather debris to survive, expand your raft and be wary of the dangers of the ocean!

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: game mode and progression.

Genre100World100Visuals100Progression43Game mode26
Staxel
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloRelaxingSandbox WorldOpen WorldExploration
Steam👍 79%· 4.8KRAWG👍 29%· 45IGDB56· 3OC58· 11
Year 2019Dev Plukit · Humble BundlePlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual, while skipping strong narrative focus

Staxel is getting ready for steamGet notified when Staxel comes out on Steam by clicking the Add to your wishlist button above About the GameStaxel is a sandbox farming game that is currently in development.

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: visuals and game mode.

Genre100World100Progression57Tone51Game mode22Visuals0
#5Deliver Us the Moon
Deliver Us the Moon
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeSci-FiSpaceExplorationFirst PersonThird Person
Steam👍 88%· 9.2KIGDB78· 5OC74· 67
Year 2019Dev KeokeN Interactive · Wired ProductionsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design and melee combat, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: tone.

Genre100Game mode100Setting100Progression100Visuals100Tone42
The Alters
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeSci-FiThird PersonIsometric
Steam👍 90%· 17KIGDB87· 5OC86· 115
Year 2025Dev 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings visual isometric, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: tone and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Setting48Visuals44Tone37
#7Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloRelaxingNarrativeOpen WorldExplorationFirst Person
Steam👍 59%· 86KRAWG👍 31%· 73
Year 2018Dev Russian FishingPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings sports simulation, deep RPG systems and vibe casual, while skipping sandbox freedom

Russian Fishing 4 dynamic and engaging fishing simulator that features unique natural physics, conditions and fish behavior. 50+ Fish species. 8 Lakes and rivers. Spinning, Bait casting, Feeder and Float fishing. Players ratings, achievements and statistics. Dozens of fishing techniques.

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Star Trucker.

Genre100Tone80Visuals73World64Progression59Game mode22
Domestic Dog
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeOpen WorldExplorationCasual
Steam👍 81%· 491
Year 2015Dev Sean DavyPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep simulation and strong narrative focus

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

Warning: Content Below may not be suitable for Cats, any similarities to real dogs is purely coincidental. In Domestic Dog, you take control of a randomized dog in a randomized house and survive the harsh domestic life! Explore the city and interact with the world for discover items and secrets.

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: visuals and tone.

It predates Star Trucker by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Progression100World51Tone23Visuals0
Unclaimed World
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloSci-FiIsometric
Steam👍 51%· 215
Year 2016Dev Refactored Games OÜPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and setting scifi

≠ Its own twist: visual isometric, while skipping adventure storytelling

Manage interstellar pioneers and their descendants in this detailed sci-fi colony sim. Centuries after planetfall, colonists are still struggling to gain foothold on their lush and alien planet. You settle on the frontier by carefully managing resources, production and different personalities.

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: visuals and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Star Trucker.

It predates Star Trucker by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Setting49Visuals0
flOw
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opIsometric
IGDB75· 5
Year 2006Dev ThatGameCompanyOn PlayStation 3 · PS4

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep simulation and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: visuals and game mode.

It predates Star Trucker by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode34Visuals0

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