Comparison guide
Games like Down with the Ship: similar indie games to play next
Down with the Ship works because fast decisions, readable runs, and meaningful progression all click together. This guide starts from those signals and links you directly to our full reviews.
Why these games fit Down with the Ship fans
Picked by shared tags, review scores, short verdicts, and editorial fit. The list is curated rather than a purely automatic sort.
9.3StarVaders
Grid-based mech deckbuilder: tactical, addictive, inventive.
Apr 30, 2025
If you liked Down with the Ship, StarVaders delivers familiar indie, roguelike and singleplayer for a seamless next pick. We scored it 9.3/10.
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8.4MineMogul
Physics-first factory builder — messy, addictive automation.
Dec 4, 2025
MineMogul leans into early access, indie and singleplayer, hitting the same notes that make Down with the Ship click. We scored it 8.4/10.
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8.0Alchemy Factory
Cozy factory sim with alchemy and shopkeeping.
Dec 11, 2025
Shared strengths in early access, indie and multiplayer make Alchemy Factory an easy follow-up to Down with the Ship. We scored it 8.0/10.
