Games like Crying Suns

Tactical rogue-lite space exploration with procedurally generated universes and story-driven events. Command battleships in strategic fleet combat to uncover a fallen empire's secrets.

86% positive from 4,508 · 2019 · 9% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $24.99 $6.24 -75% · Lowest ever $4.99 (2026-05-12)

StrategySpaceIndiePixel Graphics Rogue-lite Sci-fi

Six games like Crying Suns

Shortest Trip to Earth

77% positive from 1,434 reviews2019Deck Playable

A roguelike spaceship simulator with procedural exploration, ship management, and tactical combat. Players survive a dangerous universe through ship customization and crew management.

The catchDifficulty swings wildly and runs end to random events you had no way to avoid.

Both are tagged Space, Rogue-lite and Sci-fi.

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Duskers

90% positive from 2,776 reviews20160% finish itDeck Playable

You send salvage drones into derelict spaceships by typing commands at a terminal, reading motion sensors instead of seeing, and hoarding fuel and parts because death wipes everything.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique sci-fi survival and atmosphere, offering a compelling extraction experience unlike others.

The catchBad starting luck can doom a run outright, sending you into an unrecoverable spiral.

Both are tagged Space, Rogue-lite and Strategy.

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DG2: Defense Grid 2

86% positive from 3,412 reviews201421% finish itDeck Verified

Defense Grid 2 is a tower defense strategy game focused on tactical tower placement and resource management across dynamic maps. It offers a deep, rewarding experience with a story campaign and multiplayer.

What players likedPlayers praise DG2 as an improved, strategic tower defense game with a solid campaign and high replayability, building on its legendary predecessor.

The catchFans of the original find this one blander, uglier and hampered by a clumsy UI.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Strategy.

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Space Pirates and Zombies

91% positive from 3,157 reviews20117% finish itDeck Playable

Top-down space combat RPG with fleet management and real-time tactical control. Explore a procedurally generated galaxy, research tech, and fight space zombies.

What players likedPlayers praise its smooth performance and mod support, reminiscent of classic space combat and strategy games.

The catchProgress turns into a long repetitive grind of recycled missions for currency.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Strategy.

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Space Run

85% positive from 2,136 reviews20144% finish it

Real-time spaceship construction strategy game where players build and defend a ship against space hazards. Players manage ship modules and speed to complete deliveries and increase reputation.

What players likedNo comparisons to other games were mentioned in the provided review.

The catchConstant frantic micromanagement, and there is no pause button to think it through.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Strategy.

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AI War: Fleet Command

82% positive from 1,611 reviews2009Deck Playable

Real-time strategy game where you command a small fleet against a vastly superior AI. Subdue AI subcommanders quietly to avoid overwhelming retaliation.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique blend of RTS, 4X, and tower defense, offering thoughtful, large-scale battles against a powerful AI.

The catchDense menus and text heavy tutorials make it a slog just to get started.

Both are tagged Space, Sci-fi and Strategy.

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More about Crying Suns

What players liked

Players praise Crying Suns as an FTL-style roguelite with deep story, strategic combat, and engaging ship management.

The catch

Random events and battles repeat constantly, so runs quickly feel like the same one.

Reviews: 86% positive from 4,508
Released: 2019
Finish it: 9% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $24.99 $6.24 -75% · Lowest ever $4.99 (2026-05-12)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 86% positive, but with 4,508 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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