Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Asteroids (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Asteroids on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: FTL: Faster Than Light, which both science fiction.
- Asteroids is tagged Adventure, Replay Value, Space, Free to Play, Action Roguelike, Arcade, Linear, Rogue-like by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 6 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
- 1
FTL: Faster Than Light
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 5 player tags including Rogue-like, Space and Replay Value.
This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.
FTL: Faster Than Light at a glance Released 2012 Studio Subset Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 78,616 Price $9.99 Rogue-likeSpaceReplay ValueSpace SimTop-Down
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EVERSPACE
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 5 player tags including Space, Action Roguelike and Space Sim.
EVERSPACE™ combines fast-paced combat with roguelike elements, great visuals and a captivating story. It takes you on a challenging journey through an ever-changing, beautifully crafted universe full of surprises. Shoot, craft and loot your way to victory while the odds are stacked against you.
EVERSPACE at a glance Released 2017 Studio ROCKFISH Games Player sentiment 78% positive of 11,465 Price $19.99 SpaceAction RoguelikeSpace SimRogue-likeArcade
- 3
Zero Wing
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Arcade, Space and Old School.
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
Zero Wing at a glance Released 1989 Studio Toaplan Player sentiment 88% positive of 85 Price $7.99 ArcadeSpaceOld SchoolRetro
- 4
Brotato
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Rogue-like, Action Roguelike and Replay Value.
Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.
Brotato at a glance Released 2023 Studio Blobfish Player sentiment 96% positive of 118,244 Price $4.99 Rogue-likeAction RoguelikeReplay ValueArcade
- 5
Relic Hunters Zero: Remix
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Action Roguelike, Free to Play and Rogue-like.
Relic Hunters Zero: Remix is a remaster of the FREE 1 million player hit game about blasting evil space ducks and turtles with tiny cute guns. It’s fast, it’s tactical, and feels deliciously smooth to play. Unlock new weapons, characters and relics to defeat the Ducan Commander!
Relic Hunters Zero: Remix at a glance Released 2015 Studio Rogue Snail Player sentiment 93% positive of 6,756 Price Free Action RoguelikeFree to PlayRogue-likeSpace
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Dome Keeper
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Rogue-like, Space and Replay Value.
Defend against waves of alien monsters in this unique roguelike action miner. Dig for resources, collect useful gadgets, and upgrade equipment to increase odds of survival – just hurry back before your dome is destroyed!
Dome Keeper at a glance Released 2022 Studio Bippinbits Player sentiment 92% positive of 22,239 Price $5.39 Rogue-likeSpaceReplay ValueRetro
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Endless Sky
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Space, Free to Play and Space Sim.
Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.
Endless Sky at a glance Released 2015 Studio Michael Zahniser Player sentiment 92% positive of 7,092 Price Free SpaceFree to PlaySpace SimTop-Down
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Risk of Rain Returns
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Action Roguelike, Arcade and Space.
Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!
Risk of Rain Returns at a glance Released 2023 Studio Hopoo Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 28,691 Price $7.49 Action RoguelikeArcadeSpaceRogue-like
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Hardspace: Shipbreaker
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Space, Space Sim and Futuristic.
Equipped with cutting-edge salvaging tech, carve & slice spaceships to recover valuable materials. Upgrade your gear to take on more lucrative contracts and pay your billion credits debt to LYNX Corp!
Hardspace: Shipbreaker at a glance Released 2022 Studio Blackbird Interactive Player sentiment 89% positive of 22,334 Price $34.99 SpaceSpace SimFuturisticDystopian
- 10
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Action Roguelike, Top-Down and Arcade.
DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: SURVIVOR is a single player survivor-like auto-shooter. Take on hordes of lethal aliens, mine riches, and unlock powerful upgrades to survive, as you wield the full arsenal of Deep Rock Galactic. It's one dwarf against all of Planet Hoxxes!
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor at a glance Released 2025 Studio Funday Games Player sentiment 86% positive of 48,165 Price $7.79 Action RoguelikeTop-DownArcadeSpace
- 11
SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Character Customization, Top-Down and 2.5D.
Beyond creation, four eras come together as one! Discover the latest entry in this iconic Tactical RPG series. Form your own team of SD Gundams and deploy for battle -- with units from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, SEED, 00, and Iron-Blooded Orphans!
SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS at a glance Released 2019 Studio TOM CREATE Player sentiment 82% positive of 8,175 Price $19.99 Character CustomizationTop-Down2.5DSpace
- 12
Dreadnought
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Space, Free to Play and Futuristic.
Command and customize your own capital ships. Take down opponents in thundering, team-based combat. Dreadnought is a free-to-play shooter that puts you at the center of spaceship battles on a colossal scale.
Dreadnought at a glance Released 2018 Studio Six Foot Player sentiment 68% positive of 6,628 Price Not listed SpaceFree to PlayFuturisticSpace Sim
- 13
Stormgate
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 4 player tags including Free to Play, Futuristic and Top-Down.
Stormgate is a free-to-play real-time strategy game with a full single-player campaign, 3-player co-op, and PvP versus modes on over 60 maps. Our Editor is also freely available for you to craft just about any custom game mode you can imagine. Join our development journey today!
Stormgate at a glance Released 2025 Studio Frost Giant Studios Player sentiment 47% positive of 9,243 Price Free Free to PlayFuturisticTop-DownSpace
- 14
Ikaruga
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Arcade, Retro and Space.
Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!
Ikaruga at a glance Released 2001 Studio Treasure Player sentiment 95% positive of 2,364 Price $9.99 ArcadeRetroSpace
- 15
Soulstone Survivors
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Action Roguelike, Rogue-like and Top-Down.
Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.
Soulstone Survivors at a glance Released 2025 Studio Game Smithing Limited Player sentiment 91% positive of 26,760 Price $14.99 Action RoguelikeRogue-likeTop-DownArcadeCharacter Customization
- 16
Warframe
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Free to Play, Character Customization and Space.
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe at a glance Released 2013 Studio Digital Extremes Player sentiment 88% positive of 675,559 Price Free Free to PlayCharacter CustomizationSpace
- 17
Pinball FX3
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Free to Play, Arcade and Retro.
Pinball FX Classic is the biggest, most community focused pinball game ever created. Multiplayer matchups, user generated tournaments and league play create endless opportunity for pinball competition.
Pinball FX3 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Zen Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 5,432 Price Free Free to PlayArcadeRetroTop-DownReplay Value
- 18
Bombergrounds: Battle Royale
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Arcade, Free to Play and Character Customization.
BOMBERGROUNDS: Immerse in a free-to-play massive multiplayer action-packed arena inspired by classic bomber games. Dash, bomb, bat, and explode your way to victory. Your realm of relentless arcade action is just a click away—dive in and rule the grounds!
Bombergrounds: Battle Royale at a glance Released 2022 Studio Gigantic Duck Games Player sentiment 86% positive of 8,340 Price Free ArcadeFree to PlayCharacter CustomizationRetroTop-Down
- 19
Heroes of Hammerwatch II
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Action Roguelike, Rogue-like and Top-Down.
A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.
Heroes of Hammerwatch II at a glance Released 2025 Studio Crackshell Player sentiment 82% positive of 6,497 Price $19.99 Action RoguelikeRogue-likeTop-DownCharacter CustomizationRetro
- 20
DOOM + DOOM II
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Retro, Old School and 2.5D.
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product.
DOOM + DOOM II at a glance Released 2007 Studio id Software Player sentiment 97% positive of 28,979 Price $9.99 RetroOld School2.5D
- 21
Kerbal Space Program
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Space, Space Sim and Replay Value.
In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.
Kerbal Space Program at a glance Released 2015 Studio Squad Player sentiment 96% positive of 146,438 Price $39.99 SpaceSpace SimReplay Value
- 22
Beat Hazard
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Space, Arcade and Replay Value.
Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.
Beat Hazard at a glance Released 2010 Studio Cold Beam Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 7,449 Price $9.99 SpaceArcadeReplay Value
- 23
XCOM: Enemy Unknown
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Replay Value, Character Customization and Futuristic.
The XCOM: Enemy Unknown - Slingshot Pack is Now Available!
XCOM: Enemy Unknown at a glance Released 2012 Studio Firaxis Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 58,594 Price $14.99 Replay ValueCharacter CustomizationFuturistic
- 24
Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 3 player tags including Space, Replay Value and Space Sim.
Command a space-faring empire in Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, the new stand-alone expansion that combines 4X depth with real-time strategy gameplay.
Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion at a glance Released 2012 Studio Ironclad Games Corporation Player sentiment 93% positive of 16,339 Price $19.99 SpaceReplay ValueSpace Sim
Common questions
What game is most like Asteroids?
FTL: Faster Than Light, on the evidence we have. It both science fiction. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Asteroids" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Asteroids. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.