Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Terraformers (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Terraformers 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 games like Terraformers on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: IXION, which both survival, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric, strategy and difficult.
- Terraformers is tagged Simulation, Procedural Generation, Survival, Atmospheric, Rogue-like, Sci-fi, Singleplayer, Space 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.
Why players value Terraformers
The five things Steam players tag Terraformers with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Simulation
- Procedural Generation
- Survival
- Atmospheric
- Rogue-like
| Reception | on Steam (88% of 3,744) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $19.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
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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IXION
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric, strategy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Space, Survival and Resource Management; released around the same time (2022).
IXION is an unrelenting, city-building odyssey across the stars. As Administrator of the Tiqqun, DOLOS’ prototype space station, you are tasked with balancing preservation and exploration as you manage infrastructure, resources and crew. Can you keep the flame of humanity alight in the cold dark?
IXION at a glance Released 2022 Studio Bulwark Studios Player sentiment 79% positive of 17,614 Price $10.49 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (79% of 17,614)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Space, City Builder, Strategy, Survival, Resource Management — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $10.49 — $9.50 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SpaceSurvivalResource ManagementSimulationExplorationChoices MatterManagement
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Curious Expedition 2
Why it matched: both survival, story-rich, strategy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Exploration and Survival; released around the same time (2021).
Curious Expedition 2 is a turn-based narrative roguelike set in a reimagined version of the late 19th century that uses procedural gameplay and story elements to create completely unique and epic adventures every time you play.
Curious Expedition 2 at a glance Released 2021 Studio Maschinen-Mensch Player sentiment 89% positive of 4,143 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (89% of 4,143)
Matches Terraformers on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Procedural Generation, Survival, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Adventure, Simulation, Dynamic Narration, Alternate History, Hex Grid — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $4.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationExplorationSurvivalTurn-BasedBoard GameRogue-likeTurn-Based StrategyProcedural Generation
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Oxygen Not Included
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, strategy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Survival, Resource Management and Management; released around the same time (2019).
Oxygen Not Included is a space-colony simulation game. Deep inside an alien space rock your industrious crew will need to master science, overcome strange new lifeforms, and harness incredible space tech to survive, and possibly, thrive.
Oxygen Not Included at a glance Released 2019 Studio Klei Entertainment Player sentiment 97% positive of 143,589 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (97% of 143,589)
Matches Terraformers on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Survival
Why players like it: Colony Sim, Base-Building, Survival, Resource Management, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $24.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SurvivalResource ManagementManagementSimulationSpaceSci-fiExploration
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Invisible, Inc.
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich, strategy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Sci-fi, Turn-Based and Rogue-like.
Take control of Invisible's agents in the field and infiltrate the world's most dangerous corporations. Stealth, precision, and teamwork are essential in high-stakes, high-profit missions, where every move may cost an agent their life.
Invisible, Inc. at a glance Released 2015 Studio Klei Entertainment Player sentiment 91% positive of 5,778 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (91% of 5,778)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Procedural Generation, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Cyberpunk, Difficult, Turn-Based Tactics, Isometric, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Sci-fiTurn-BasedRogue-likeProcedural GenerationChoices MatterTurn-Based StrategySimulation
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Dwarf Fortress
Why it matched: both survival, strategy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Simulation, Management and Survival; released around the same time (2022).
Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Keep your dwarves happy, grow their community and beware of digging too deeply. The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created.
Dwarf Fortress at a glance Released 2022 Studio Bay 12 Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 31,446 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (95% of 31,446)
Matches Terraformers on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Procedural Generation, Survival, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Dwarf, Colony Sim, Strategy, Simulation, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationManagementSurvivalRogue-likeProcedural GenerationResource ManagementExploration
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FTL: Faster Than Light
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, strategy and difficult; shares 6 player tags including Rogue-like, Space and Sci-fi.
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 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (95% of 78,616)
Matches Terraformers on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Procedural Generation, Survival, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Rogue-like, Space, Strategy, Sci-fi, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Rogue-likeSpaceSci-fiProcedural GenerationSurvivalSimulation
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Frostpunk
Why it matched: both survival, story-rich, atmospheric, strategy and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Resource Management and Simulation.
Frostpunk is the first society survival game. As the ruler of the last city on Earth, it is your duty to manage both its citizens and infrastructure. What decisions will you make to ensure your society's survival? What will you do when pushed to breaking point? Who will you become in the process?
Frostpunk at a glance Released 2018 Studio 11 Bit Studios Player sentiment 93% positive of 137,121 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (93% of 137,121)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: City Builder, Survival, Resource Management, Strategy, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Terraformers:SurvivalResource ManagementSimulationManagementChoices Matter
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Surviving Mars
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Survival, Space and Mars.
There will be challenges to overcome. Execute your strategy and improve your colony’s chances of survival while unlocking the mysteries of this alien world. Are you ready? Mars is waiting for you.
Surviving Mars at a glance Released 2018 Studio Haemimont Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 28,730 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (80% of 28,730)
Matches Terraformers on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Survival
Why players like it: Colony Sim, City Builder, Strategy, Survival, Space — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SurvivalSpaceMarsSimulationSci-fiResource ManagementManagementFuturistic
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Dome Keeper
Why it matched: both science fiction, atmospheric, strategy and difficult; shares 6 player tags including Rogue-like, Sci-fi and Resource Management; released around the same time (2022).
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 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (92% of 22,239)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Procedural Generation, Atmospheric, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Singleplayer, Post-apocalyptic, Rogue-like, Action, Sci-fi — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $5.39 — $14.60 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Rogue-likeSci-fiResource ManagementSpaceProcedural GenerationExploration
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ENDLESS Space - Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Space, Sci-fi and Turn-Based Strategy.
ENDLESS Space™ is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS Universe™, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.
ENDLESS Space - Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2012 Studio AMPLITUDE Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 9,598 Price $2.49 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (81% of 9,598)
Matches Terraformers on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Strategy, 4X, Space, Sci-fi, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $2.49 — $17.50 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SpaceSci-fiTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedExplorationFuturisticSimulationManagement
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Planetbase
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Space, Survival and Simulation.
Guide a group of space settlers trying to establish a base on a remote planet. Grow food, collect energy, mine resources, survive disasters and build a self-sufficient colony in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
Planetbase at a glance Released 2015 Studio Madruga Works Player sentiment 80% positive of 10,438 Price $7.49 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (80% of 10,438)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Colony Sim, City Builder, Base-Building, Space, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $7.49 — $12.50 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SpaceSurvivalSimulationSci-fiResource ManagementManagement
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The Riftbreaker
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Resource Management and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2021).
The Riftbreaker is a solo or Co-op base-building, survival game with Action-RPG elements for up to 4 players. Hack & slash countless hordes of enemies. Build up your base, craft powerful weapons and research new inventions to survive.
The Riftbreaker at a glance Released 2021 Studio EXOR Studios Player sentiment 90% positive of 24,729 Price $8.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (90% of 24,729)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Base-Building, Tower Defense, Survival, Strategy, Hack and Slash — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $8.99 — $11.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SurvivalResource ManagementSci-fiExplorationSimulation
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Jurassic World Evolution 2
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Management and Resource Management; released around the same time (2021).
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution. This bold new era in the Jurassic World Evolution game franchise builds upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation.
Jurassic World Evolution 2 at a glance Released 2021 Studio Frontier Developments Player sentiment 90% positive of 47,023 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (90% of 47,023)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Dinosaurs, Building, Simulation, Management, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $59.99 — $40.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationManagementResource ManagementSci-fiSurvival
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Foundation
Why it matched: both survival, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Resource Management and Management; released around the same time (2025).
Foundation is a grid-less, laidback medieval city-building game with a focus on organic development, monument construction and resource management.
Foundation at a glance Released 2025 Studio Polymorph Games Player sentiment 87% positive of 24,163 Price $23.44 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (87% of 24,163)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Medieval, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $23.44 — $3.45 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationResource ManagementManagementSurvivalChoices Matter
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Frostpunk 2
Why it matched: both survival, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Survival, Resource Management and Simulation; released around the same time (2024).
Develop, expand, and advance your city in a society survival game set 30 years after an apocalyptic blizzard ravaged Earth. In Frostpunk 2, you face not only the perils of never-ending winter, but also the powerful factions that watch your every step inside the Council Hall.
Frostpunk 2 at a glance Released 2024 Studio 11 bit studios Player sentiment 75% positive of 26,953 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (75% of 26,953)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Strategy, City Builder, Survival, Resource Management, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $44.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SurvivalResource ManagementSimulationManagementChoices Matter
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Nobody - The Turnaround
Why it matched: both survival, story-rich, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Survival and Choices Matter; released around the same time (2022).
Nobody – The Turnaround is a life simulator set in a parallel world that echoes modern society. Manage your time and resources carefully, strive to find a way through difficult times, and overcome the predicament you find yourself in.
Nobody - The Turnaround at a glance Released 2022 Studio U.Ground Game Studio Player sentiment 60% positive of 14,305 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: (60% of 14,305)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Early Access, Life Sim, Simulation, Survival, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationSurvivalChoices MatterResource ManagementManagement
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Deep Rock Galactic
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, atmospheric and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Procedural Generation, Exploration and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2020).
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring dwarven space miners, procedurally-generated destructible environments, and endless hordes of alien monsters. Explore cave systems, mine for minerals, and work together to survive!
Deep Rock Galactic at a glance Released 2020 Studio Ghost Ship Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 379,460 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (97% of 379,460)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Procedural Generation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Dwarf, Co-op, PvE, FPS, Procedural Generation — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Procedural GenerationExplorationSci-fiSpaceSurvival
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Jurassic World Evolution
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Management and Sci-fi.
Place yourself at the heart of the Jurassic franchise and build your own Jurassic World. Bioengineer dinosaurs that think, feel and react intelligently to the world around them and face threats posed by espionage, breakouts and devastating tropical storms in an uncertain world where life always finds a way.
Jurassic World Evolution at a glance Released 2018 Studio Frontier Developments Player sentiment 87% positive of 55,272 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (87% of 55,272)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Building, Dinosaurs, Simulation, Management, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $44.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationManagementSci-fiResource ManagementSurvival
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Dungeon of the ENDLESS
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, strategy and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Rogue-like, Sci-fi and Procedural Generation.
Dungeon of the ENDLESS™ is a Rogue-Like Dungeon-Defense game, in which the player and their team of heroes must protect the generator of their crashed ship while exploring an ever-expanding dungeon, all while facing waves of monsters and special events as they try to find their way out...
Dungeon of the ENDLESS at a glance Released 2014 Studio AMPLITUDE Studios Player sentiment 85% positive of 14,040 Price $11.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (85% of 14,040)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Procedural Generation, Survival, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Rogue-like, Strategy, Tower Defense, Pixel Graphics, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $11.99 — $8.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Rogue-likeSci-fiProcedural GenerationResource ManagementSurvival
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BATTLETECH
Why it matched: both science fiction, story-rich, strategy and difficult; shares 6 player tags including Turn-Based, Sci-fi and Turn-Based Strategy.
Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war.
BATTLETECH at a glance Released 2018 Studio Harebrained Schemes Player sentiment 84% positive of 33,142 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (84% of 33,142)
Matches Terraformers on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Mechs, Strategy, Turn-Based Tactics, Turn-Based, Sci-fi — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Turn-BasedSci-fiTurn-Based StrategySpaceFuturisticManagement
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Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth
Why it matched: both science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Turn-Based Strategy, Sci-fi and Space.
Sid Meier’s Civilization: Beyond Earth is a new science-fiction-themed entry into the award winning Civilization series. As part of an expedition sent to find a home beyond Earth, lead your people into a new frontier, explore and colonize an alien planet and create a new civilization in space.
Sid Meier's Civilization: Beyond Earth at a glance Released 2014 Studio Firaxis Games Player sentiment 61% positive of 23,140 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: (61% of 23,140)
Matches Terraformers on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Atmospheric
Why players like it: Strategy, Turn-Based Strategy, Sci-fi, Space, 4X — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Turn-Based StrategySci-fiSpaceTurn-BasedFuturisticExplorationSimulation
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Balatro
Why it matched: both story-rich, strategy and difficult; shares 6 player tags including Card Game, Rogue-like and Turn-Based; released around the same time (2024).
The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.
Balatro at a glance Released 2024 Studio LocalThunk Player sentiment 98% positive of 197,690 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (98% of 197,690)
Matches Terraformers on: 2 of 5 — Procedural Generation, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Card Game, Roguelike Deckbuilder, Rogue-like, Deckbuilding, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:Card GameRogue-likeTurn-BasedChoices MatterTurn-Based StrategyProcedural Generation
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Barotrauma
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, strategy and difficult; shares 4 player tags including Survival, Simulation and Sci-fi; released around the same time (2023).
Barotrauma is a 2D co-op submarine simulator – in space, with survival horror and RPG elements. Steer your submarine, complete missions, fight monsters, fix leaks, operate machinery, man the guns and craft items, and stay alert: danger in Barotrauma doesn’t announce itself!
Barotrauma at a glance Released 2023 Studio FakeFish Player sentiment 94% positive of 89,445 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (94% of 89,445)
Matches Terraformers on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Survival
Why players like it: Co-op, Multiplayer, Survival, Submarine, Survival Horror — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SurvivalSimulationSci-fiManagement
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Against the Storm
Why it matched: both survival, strategy and difficult; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Management and Resource Management; released around the same time (2023).
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Against the Storm at a glance Released 2023 Studio Eremite Games Player sentiment 94% positive of 37,338 Price $8.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (94% of 37,338)
Matches Terraformers on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Survival, Rogue-like
Why players like it: Strategy, City Builder, Simulation, Base-Building, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Terraformers: $8.99 — $11.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Terraformers:SimulationManagementResource ManagementRogue-likeSurvival
Common questions
What game is most like Terraformers?
IXION, on the evidence we have. It both survival, science fiction, story-rich, atmospheric, strategy and difficult. 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 Terraformers" 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 Terraformers. 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.