Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Star Trek Online (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Star Trek Online 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: Champions Online, which made by the same studio, Cryptic Studios.
- Star Trek Online is tagged Free to Play, Sci-fi, Massively Multiplayer, Space, MMORPG, RPG, Open World, Multiplayer 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.
- 14 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 2 are from the same studio: Champions Online, Neverwinter.
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
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Champions Online
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Cryptic Studios; both open world and science fiction; shares 11 player tags including MMORPG, Character Customization and Free to Play; released around the same time (2011).
Grab your cape and defend Millennium City in this comic book-style action MMORPG! Design your hero and costume from thousands of costume pieces, face super-villains like Dr. Destroyer, and create your own unique nemesis.
Champions Online at a glance Released 2011 Studio Cryptic Studios Player sentiment 71% positive of 4,378 Price Free MMORPGCharacter CustomizationFree to PlayAction RPGMassively MultiplayerThird PersonOnline Co-OpPvP
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EVE Online
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 10 player tags including Space, Free to Play and Massively Multiplayer.
Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.
EVE Online at a glance Released 2003 Studio Simon & Schuster Player sentiment 73% positive of 39,389 Price Free SpaceFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGSci-fiPvPStrategyCharacter Customization
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PlanetSide 2
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2012).
PlanetSide 2 is an all-out planetary war, where thousands of players battle as one across enormous continents. Utilize infantry, ground and air vehicles, and teamwork to destroy your enemies in this revolutionary first-person shooter on a massive scale.
PlanetSide 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio Rogue Planet Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 74,813 Price Free Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerSci-fiTacticalPvPOnline Co-OpStrategySpace
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Star Wars: The Old Republic
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 10 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Character Customization; released around the same time (2011).
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
Star Wars: The Old Republic at a glance Released 2011 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 90% positive of 75,206 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGCharacter CustomizationRPGMassively MultiplayerSci-fiSpaceThird Person
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Neverwinter
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Cryptic Studios; both open world; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and RPG; released around the same time (2013).
Neverwinter is a free, action MMORPG based on the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons fantasy roleplaying game. Epic stories, action combat and classic roleplaying await those heroes courageous enough to enter the fantastic world of Neverwinter!
Neverwinter at a glance Released 2013 Studio Cryptic Studios Player sentiment 77% positive of 39,651 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGRPGMassively MultiplayerCharacter CustomizationPvPAction RPGPvE
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VEGA Conflict
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Space and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2015).
Stake your claim, command your fleets, and wage epic war in space.
VEGA Conflict at a glance Released 2015 Studio KIXEYE Player sentiment 59% positive of 5,029 Price Not listed Free to PlaySpaceMassively MultiplayerStrategyPvEPvPSci-fi
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Warframe
Why it matched: both science fiction; shares 10 player tags including Free to Play, Action RPG and RPG; released around the same time (2013).
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 PlayAction RPGRPGThird PersonCharacter CustomizationMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpPvE
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WildStar
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and MMORPG; released around the same time (2016).
Critically acclaimed and now Free to Play, WildStar is a fantastical sci-fi MMO where you can join your friends or undertake your own epic adventures on the fabled planet Nexus!
WildStar at a glance Released 2016 Studio Carbine Studios Player sentiment 75% positive of 5,124 Price Not listed Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerMMORPGRPGSci-fiPvPPvECharacter Customization
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TERA - Action MMORPG
Why it matched: both open world; shares 10 player tags including MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer and Free to Play.
TERA is an epic fantasy MMORPG experience. Master the action-packed combat system and prove yourself in solo and multiplayer adventures – all in the stunningly beautiful world of Arborea!
TERA - Action MMORPG at a glance Released 2017 Studio Bluehole, Inc. Player sentiment 79% positive of 7,716 Price Not listed MMORPGMassively MultiplayerFree to PlayRPGPvEPvPAction RPGCharacter Customization
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Knight Online
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2016).
The Great Battle between Karus and El Morad has arrived to Steam! Pledge allegiance to one of the Nations and put your skills to the test in one of the best PvP system in the MMORPG universe!
Knight Online at a glance Released 2016 Studio Noah System Player sentiment 51% positive of 11,259 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerPvPRPGStrategyAction RPGCharacter Customization
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Elite Dangerous
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Space, Sci-fi and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2014).
Take control of your own starship and blaze your trail in an ever-changing galaxy. Master the arts of combat, mining and trade or venture out into the unknown across a 1:1 scale universe.
Elite Dangerous at a glance Released 2014 Studio Frontier Developments Player sentiment 77% positive of 107,348 Price $5.99 SpaceSci-fiMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpRPGStrategy
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Predecessor
Why it matched: both science fiction and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Third Person and Strategy.
The tactical depth and iconic heroes of a hardcore MOBA meets the explosive verticality of a 5v5 3D shooter.
Predecessor at a glance Released 2024 Studio Omeda Studios Player sentiment 71% positive of 17,619 Price Free Free to PlayThird PersonStrategyPvPSci-fiOnline Co-OpTacticalPvE
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Phantasy Star Online 2
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Character Customization and MMORPG.
Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis is a free-to-play action MMO. Join players around the world to explore the planet Halpha and fight in epic battles as ARKS Defenders! Unleash your imagination with our ultimate character creation experience and creative spaces to create your own phantasy.
Phantasy Star Online 2 at a glance Released 2020 Studio SEGA Player sentiment 69% positive of 24,656 Price Free Free to PlayCharacter CustomizationMMORPGRPGOnline Co-OpMassively MultiplayerSci-fiAction RPG
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Prime World
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, RPG and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2014).
Prime World is a free online game in RPG / MOBA genre with a unique universe where tactical session battles, castle management, and hero development are mixed together. Gather your collection of talents, build an army of invincible heroes and become the champion!
Prime World at a glance Released 2014 Studio Nival Player sentiment 59% positive of 3,762 Price Not listed Free to PlayRPGMassively MultiplayerStrategyMMORPGOnline Co-OpPvPCharacter Customization
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Skyforge
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 8 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG.
Discover a universe of adventure in Skyforge, the sci-fi action MMO brought to you by Innova Co SARL. Explore the breathtaking world of Aelion, become an Immortal, switch between 18+ classes, and master amazing powers to defend the planet from invasion. Play for free today!
Skyforge at a glance Released 2017 Studio Innova Co SARL Player sentiment 60% positive of 4,358 Price Not listed Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGMMORPGCharacter CustomizationSci-fiAction RPGOnline Co-Op
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ELYON
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 8 player tags including MMORPG, PvP and PvE.
Elyon is an open-world action-combat MMORPG set in the continent of Harth, where the two sovereign realms, Vulpin and Ontari, are at war for the control of a portal that leads to paradise.
ELYON at a glance Released 2021 Studio Bluehole Studio, Inc. Player sentiment 54% positive of 4,348 Price Not listed MMORPGPvPPvECharacter CustomizationSci-fiMassively MultiplayerFree to PlayOnline Co-Op
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Moonbase Alpha
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Space, Free to Play and Online Co-Op; released around the same time (2010).
NASA has once again landed on the lunar surface with the goal of colonization, research, and further exploration. Shortly after the return to the Moon, NASA has established a small outpost on the south pole of the moon called Moonbase Alpha.
Moonbase Alpha at a glance Released 2010 Studio Virtual Heroes Player sentiment 91% positive of 12,875 Price Free SpaceFree to PlayOnline Co-OpStrategyThird PersonMassively Multiplayer
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Guild Wars 2
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 9 player tags including MMORPG, RPG and Character Customization; released around the same time (2012).
Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!
Guild Wars 2 at a glance Released 2012 Studio ArenaNet Player sentiment 88% positive of 29,449 Price Free MMORPGRPGCharacter CustomizationFree to PlayThird PersonMassively MultiplayerPvPStrategy
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Spiral Knights
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2011).
Join the ranks of the Spiral Knights. Stranded on an alien world, you must explore the ever-changing Clockworks beneath its surface.
Spiral Knights at a glance Released 2011 Studio Grey Havens Player sentiment 84% positive of 24,215 Price Free Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGOnline Co-OpMMORPGAction RPGSci-fi
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Defiance
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 7 player tags including Free to Play, Massively Multiplayer and RPG; released around the same time (2014).
Join the futuristic online open-world shooter where thousands of players scour a transformed Earth competing for alien technology.
Defiance at a glance Released 2014 Studio Trion Worlds Player sentiment 77% positive of 12,617 Price Not listed Free to PlayMassively MultiplayerRPGSci-fiOnline Co-OpMMORPGThird Person
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NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Character Customization, PvP and RPG.
Battle as a team of 4 to compete against other teams online! Graphically, SHINOBI STRIKER is also built from the ground up in a completely new graphic style. Lead your team and fight online to see who the best ninjas are!
NARUTO TO BORUTO: SHINOBI STRIKER at a glance Released 2023 Studio Soleil Ltd. Player sentiment 84% positive of 56,567 Price $4.99 Character CustomizationPvPRPGThird PersonMassively MultiplayerOnline Co-OpMMORPGStrategy
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Star Conflict
Why it matched: both open world and science fiction; shares 7 player tags including Online Co-Op, Free to Play and Massively Multiplayer; released around the same time (2013).
Star Conflict is an action-packed, massively multiplayer space simulation game that puts players in the role of elite pilots engaging in a widespread interplanetary skirmish. The whole world for PVP and PVE!
Star Conflict at a glance Released 2013 Studio Star Gem Inc. Player sentiment 73% positive of 15,226 Price Free Online Co-OpFree to PlayMassively MultiplayerPvERPGThird PersonSci-fi
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Metin2
Why it matched: both strategy; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and PvP.
Become a part of the legendary oriental action MMO – now also on Steam! Put your skill to the test in epic PvE battles against dragons and sinister demon lords, enter merciless PvP duels and become a true martial arts master!
Metin2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio WEBZEN Inc. Player sentiment 70% positive of 14,418 Price Not listed Free to PlayMMORPGPvPAction RPGPvEMassively MultiplayerRPGStrategy
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NosTale - Anime MMORPG
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Free to Play, MMORPG and Massively Multiplayer.
NosTale is a free-to-play anime action MMORPG which takes you on an exciting journey through a world full of mystery with your friends. More than 30 specialist classes and tons of loyal pets provide plenty of excitement and variety in PvP, PvE and raids
NosTale - Anime MMORPG at a glance Released 2017 Studio Entwell Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 70% positive of 3,632 Price Free Free to PlayMMORPGMassively MultiplayerRPGCharacter CustomizationPvEPvPAction RPG
Common questions
What game is most like Star Trek Online?
Champions Online, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Cryptic Studios. 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 Star Trek Online" 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 Star Trek Online. 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.
What else did the makers of Star Trek Online do?
Champions Online, Neverwinter are also from Cryptic Studios, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
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.