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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 50 games similar to Zet Zillions down to the 10 that fit the “Sci-Fi” category. A Valley Without Wind 2, Ascension: Deckbuilding Game and Endless Space top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Zet Zillions.

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The best games with a sci-fi setting like Zet Zillions

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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Zet Zillions. Each one has been evaluated across 12 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.

#1A Valley Without Wind 2Closest overall match

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloProceduralSci-FiFantasyExploration2D

Steam👍 46%· 227RAWG👍 3%· 34MC68

Year 2013Dev Arcen GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, roguelike runs and procedural generation

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration, while skipping card game strategy

A modern take on the 16-bit era, A Valley Without Wind 2 blends a variety of mechanics across multiple genres, seamlessly bringing together the best qualities of old-school platform-shooters and turn-based strategy games.

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: game mode and setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Zet Zillions.

It predates Zet Zillions by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Ascension: Deckbuilding GameClosest on visuals

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloNarrativeFantasySci-Fi2D

Steam👍 89%· 1.7KMC84

Year 2011Dev Playdek · Asmodee DigitalPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing card game strategy, turn-based strategy and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, combat tactical and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping roguelike runs

Ascension: Chronicle of the Godslayer, was the first officially licensed deck building card game for iOS, and is now available for your PC as Ascension: Deckbuilding Game, complete with 5 full expansion decks! Play alone or with friends to battle against the Fallen One for honor and victory.

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: game mode and tone.

It predates Zet Zillions by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3Endless SpaceClosest on setting

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloProceduralSci-FiSpaceExploration

Steam👍 81%· 9.6KIGDB75· 3

Year 2012Dev Amplitude StudiosOn PC

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, procedural generation and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, co op and loot and gear systems, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: game mode.

It predates Zet Zillions by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloSci-FiSpaceExplorationMultiplayer

Steam👍 90%· 441IGDB84· 2OC79· 19

Year 1993Dev Simtex · Wargaming.netOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing turn-based strategy, setting scifi and setting space

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, visual isometric and visual pixel, while skipping card game strategy

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: visuals.

It predates Zet Zillions by 31 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloSci-FiSpaceMultiplayerIsometric

Steam👍 96%· 1.7KRAWG👍 75%· 65

Year 1996Dev SimTex · WargamingPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, setting scifi and setting space

≠ Its own twist: multiplayer gameplay and visual isometric, while skipping card game strategy

Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge. The need for galactic expansion is critical.

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: visuals.

It predates Zet Zillions by 28 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6X-COM: UFO DefenseClosest on game mode

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloProceduralSci-FiTacticalDark

Steam👍 95%· 4.0KRAWG👍 64%· 275IGDB85· 2

Year 1993Dev MicroProse Software · MicroProsePlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · Commodore / Amiga

✓ Same family of turn-based strategy games: turn-based strategy, roguelike runs and procedural generation

≠ Its own twist: dark, oppressive atmosphere, punishing difficulty and combat tactical, while skipping card game strategy

1999. Governments of the Earth have increasingly begun to receive reports of frequent UFO attacks on people and their abductions. To combat this scourge, they decide to create a service X-COM (Extraterrestrial Combat Unit ), which is designed to protect humanity from aliens. You play as the head of this service. The game is played in two modes: strategic and tactical.

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: tone and progression.

It predates Zet Zillions by 31 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7Sentinels of the Multiverse

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GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloSci-FiOfflineMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 90%· 1.7KRAWG👍 45%· 20IGDB85· 2

Year 2014Dev Handelabra GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Both are turn-based strategy games — sharing card game strategy, turn-based strategy and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings offline, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping roguelike runs

Calling all Sentinels! Do you have what it takes to defend the Multiverse? Compose a team of comic book heroes, each with their own playstyles, backstories, and grudges. Pit them against a variety of maniacal and formidable villains. Defeat your enemies and save the Multiverse!

Where it drifts furthest from Zet Zillions: game mode and setting.

It predates Zet Zillions by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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#8XCOM: Chimera Squad

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