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We filtered the 41 games similar to Star Trucker down to the 19 that fit the “Narrative” category. Russian Fishing 4, Astroneer and The Long Dark top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Star Trucker.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

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Within the “Narrative” category, the closest game to Star Trucker is Russian Fishing 4 — scoring 63/100 on our similarity scale. Astroneer and The Long Dark follow close behind.

#1Russian Fishing 463 #2Astroneer79 #3The Long Dark79 #4Deliver Us the Moon76 #5The Planet Crafter68

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19 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.

#1Russian Fishing 4Closest on genre

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Russian Fishing 4

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#2AstroneerClosest overall match

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Astroneer

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#3The Long DarkClosest on game mode

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The Long Dark

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#4Deliver Us the MoonClosest on progression

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Deliver Us the Moon

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#5The Planet Crafter

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The Planet Crafter

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeOpen WorldSandbox WorldSpaceSci-FiExplorationFirst Person

Steam👍 96%· 70KRAWG👍 67%· 35OC81· 13

Year 2022Dev Miju GamesPlaytime ~9hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings co op, online features and base building, while skipping deep simulation

From Hostile to Habitable You are sent on an hostile planet with one mission: Make it habitable for Humans. You'll have to survive, collect resources, build your base and machines in order to heat the planet, create an atmosphere with enough oxygen and eventually geo-engineer an entire planet!

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

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#6The Invincible

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The Invincible

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeOpen WorldSci-FiSpaceExplorationFirst Person

Steam👍 89%· 9.4KIGDB79· 5OC73· 85

Year 2023Dev Starward Industries · 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Star Trucker: tone.

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The Alters

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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ARMORED HEAD

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeSci-FiExplorationFirst Person

Steam👍 98%· 1.3K

Year 2020Dev Egor RezenovPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, ranged combat and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

ARMORED HEAD is a miniature shooter, where all the action takes place in one arena. The main character is a gladiator who fights against his opponents in pursuit of the grand prize. His task is to defeat 30 waves of opponents, unravel all the secrets of the arena, and win the gold cup.

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

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#9Silent Hill 3

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Silent Hill 3

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeSci-FiExplorationThird Person

IGDB88· 3

Year 2003Dev Team Silent · KonamiOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and stealth mechanics, while skipping deep simulation

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

It predates Star Trucker by 21 years, with what that implies technically.

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#10Jurassic Park: The Game

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Jurassic Park: The Game

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeSci-FiThird PersonMelee

Steam👍 69%· 2.1KRAWG👍 31%· 96MC54IGDB61· 4

Year 2011Dev Telltale GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · iOS

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

Security systems have failed and the creatures of the park roam free. Now, a rogue corporation will stop at nothing to acquire the dinosaur embryos stolen and lost by Dennis Nedry.

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

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

It predates Star Trucker by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#11Domestic Dog

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Domestic Dog

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#12Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater

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Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeFirst PersonThird PersonTactical

IGDB86· 3

Year 2004Dev Konami Computer Entertainment Japan · Konami

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Its own twist: shooter, combat tactical and stealth mechanics, while skipping deep simulation

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

It predates Star Trucker by 20 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals78Tone41Setting0

#13Silent Hill 2

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Silent Hill 2

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeExplorationThird PersonMelee

IGDB90· 1OC87· 160

Year 2001Dev Team Silent · Konami

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

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

It predates Star Trucker by 23 years, with what that implies technically.

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Dino Crisis

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeSci-FiDarkHorror

IGDB60· 1

Year 1999Dev Capcom Planning Room 2 · CapcomOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, shooter and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep simulation

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

It predates Star Trucker by 25 years, with what that implies technically.

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#15FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED

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FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeFirst PersonDarkHorror

IGDB90· 1OC52· 10

Year 2020Dev Steel Wool Studios · Steel Wool GamesPlaytime ~2hOn Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, deep RPG systems and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep simulation

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted is a collection of classic and original mini-games set in the Five Nights universe. Survive terrifying encounters with your favorite killer animatronics in a collection of new and classic FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S™ experiences. “Where fantasy and fun come to life!

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

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