EVERSPACE, like most of the games that are on this list, isn't going to be considered pure "space flight simulations." As it turns out, there aren't too many pure space flight simulations. However, ...

My favorite co-op game of the past decade is Sea of Thieves: I love sailing a galleon into dangerous territory with friends, engaging in ship-to-ship and person-to-person (or skeleton) combat, then ...

we're rounding up the best space board games. Our out-of-this-world picks include tabletop RPGs, planetary exploration adventures, tactical combat games and more. We've included a range of board ...

No Man's Sky's redemption arc showcases the game's evolution into one of the best space exploration games. Star Wars: Squadrons offers solid space battles with stunning visuals and a strong community.

Open-world games with less emphasis on story prioritize combat mechanics and exploration. Kenshi, Sid Meier's Pirates, and Battle Brothers offer challenging combat in open-world settings.