Games like Duskers

90% positive from 2,776 reviewsReleased 20160% finish itSteam Deck Playable$19.99

What it is

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 liked

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

The catch

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

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 90% positive, but with 2,776 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Duskers

Juno: New Origins

89% positive from 3,471 reviews20233% finish itDeck Playable

This is a 3D aerospace sandbox game where players build and test custom vehicles. Its core loop involves designing, launching, and managing an aerospace company with realistic physics.

What players likedIt's like KSP but with superior technicality and customization, praised for its blueprint system and realistic physics.

The catchThe craft editor and controls are fiddly and unintuitive, making simple builds a fight.

Both are tagged Programming, Simulation and Indie.

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Epistory - Typing Chronicles

95% positive from 2,224 reviews201617% finish itDeck Playable

You play a writer's muse riding a three-tailed fox through an origami world, and every action, from movement to combat to menus, is performed by typing words on the keyboard.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique typing combat and narrative experience, comparing it to Bastion but with typing instead of traditional combat.

The catchThe story is forgettable and the typing combat turns repetitive well before the end.

Both are tagged Typing, Exploration and Indie.

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Creeper World 4

95% positive from 4,677 reviews202035% finish itDeck Playable

Creeper World 4 is a 3D real-time strategy game where players build bases and fight a fluid enemy. Its core loop involves managing resources and units against overwhelming Creeper waves on dynamic terrain.

What players likedPlayers praise Creeper World 4 as a solid 3D evolution of the series, with engaging strategy, resource management, and a vibrant modding community.

The catchIt is a downgrade from the third game in the series in almost every aspect.

Both are tagged Real Time Tactics, Space and Simulation.

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7 Days to End with You

88% positive from 3,329 reviews2022Deck Playable

This is a narrative puzzle game where players deduce a foreign language to build a relationship and shape a story. Its core loop involves interpreting words to understand and progress through a seven-day narrative.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique language puzzle mechanic, comparing it to games like Return of the Obra Dinn and Outer Wilds for its satisfying discovery.

The catchThere are no hints when progress stalls, so looking up a guide becomes the fix.

Both are tagged Typing, Simulation and Indie.

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Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!!

89% positive from 3,024 reviews201745% finish itDeck Verified

This is a restaurant management simulation game with a fast-paced cooking and serving core loop. It offers a challenging and deep experience for players who enjoy strategic planning and execution.

What players likedPlayers praise its strong, balanced cooking gameplay, despite small bugs.

The catchIngredient keys are illogical and painful to rebind, and menu pages break the flow.

Both are tagged Typing, Simulation and Indie.

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Cook, Serve, Delicious

95% positive from 2,954 reviews20128% finish itDeck Verified

This is a fast-paced restaurant simulation game focused on order fulfillment and menu management. Players manage a restaurant, cook dishes, and upgrade their establishment.

The catchTwenty repeat days of service per star rank turns progress into a tedious grind.

Both are tagged Typing, Simulation and Indie.

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