Games like House of the Dying Sun

This is a tactical space combat simulator with fleet command and cockpit flight. Players engage in dogfights and manage their fleet, with a focus on replayable scenarios and ship upgrades.

90% positive from 2,033 · 2016 · 21% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $5.99 (2022-04-04)

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Six games like House of the Dying Sun

BattleGroupVR

92% positive from 945 reviews2023Deck Unsupported

VR real-time space strategy. Command your flagship and fleet in first-person combat, managing ships and captains.

What players likedPlayers praise this fun spacefight tactics sim for its fleet management and cool visuals, reminiscent of other space games.

The catchVR controls misfire constantly, sending ships flying off instead of targeting the enemy.

Both are tagged Space Sim, Space and VR.

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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 Space, Simulation and Action.

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ΔV: Rings of Saturn

93% positive from 3,399 reviews202315% finish itDeck Playable

This is a realistic space simulation game focused on asteroid mining. Players manage a ship and crew, excavating resources in Saturn's rings.

What players likedPlayers praise this hard sci-fi space mining sim as a more grounded, customizable, and relaxing version of Asteroids or Elite Dangerous.

The catchControls are clumsy and barely rebindable, and the game explains very little of itself.

Both are tagged Space, Simulation and Action.

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Angels Fall First

82% positive from 2,840 reviews2015Deck Playable

Sci-fi combined-arms FPS wargame with pilotable capital ships and boarding mechanics. Fast-paced tactical team combat with customizable loadouts and AI support.

What players likedPlayers praise "Angels Fall First" as a spiritual successor to classic Battlefront and Planetside 2, offering expansive combined-arms combat with excellent offline bot support.

The catchGuns feel weak and floaty while fast melee knife builds dominate every fight.

Both are tagged Space, Simulation and Action.

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Astro Colony

81% positive from 2,641 reviews20262% finish itDeck Playable

Automation and exploration game with destructible voxel planets and galaxy network building. Features base construction, resource management, and co-op multiplayer.

What players likedPlayers praise Astro Colony as a unique automation game, like Factorio or Satisfactory, for its freedom, depth, and dedicated solo developer.

The catchSingle player is fine but co-op is riddled with desync, crashes and missing objects.

Both are tagged Space, Simulation and Action.

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Heavenly Bodies

95% positive from 2,280 reviews2021Deck Verified

Physics puzzle game where players control a cosmonaut's limbs to complete tasks in zero gravity. It offers a challenging, deliberate experience with a unique control scheme.

What players likedPlayers praise its unique, hilarious, and frustrating physics-based co-op that fosters teamwork and unforgettable moments.

The catchFloppy ragdoll controls fight you constantly, turning simple tasks into long ordeals.

Both are tagged Space, Simulation and Action.

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More about House of the Dying Sun

What players liked

Players praise its immersive VR space combat, comparing it to Homeworld, for its intensity and tactical depth.

The catch

Controller, HOTAS and VR input support is poor, so setting up controls is a fight.

Reviews: 90% positive from 2,033
Released: 2016
Finish it: 21% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $5.99 (2022-04-04)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 90% positive, but with 2,033 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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