Comparison guide
Xenonauts 2 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.
Picked by shared tags, review scores, short verdicts, and editorial fit. The list is curated rather than a purely automatic sort.
8.4Brutal, tactical, squad-based sci‑fi RPG
Feb 5, 2026
If you liked Xenonauts 2, MENACE delivers familiar indie, rpg and strategy for a seamless next pick. We scored it 8.4/10.
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7.4Addictive shipbuilding, strong systems, patchy polish.
Feb 3, 2026
The Last Starship leans into base building, indie and simulation, hitting the same notes that make Xenonauts 2 click. We scored it 7.4/10.
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8.6Cozy tavern sim with wild emergent chaos and deep decorating.
Nov 3, 2025
Shared strengths in indie, rpg and simulation make Tavern Keeper 🍻 an easy follow-up to Xenonauts 2. We scored it 8.6/10.
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7.6Quick, addictive tower defense with deep build crafting.
Dec 12, 2025
Outhold builds on indie, simulation and strategy, giving Xenonauts 2 fans a comparable feel. We scored it 7.6/10.
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9.3Grid-based mech deckbuilder: tactical, addictive, inventive.
Apr 30, 2025
If you liked Xenonauts 2, StarVaders delivers familiar indie, strategy and tactics for a seamless next pick. We scored it 9.3/10.
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9.0Gorgeous, emotional JRPG with risky parry-driven combat
Apr 24, 2025
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leans into indie, rpg and turn-based, hitting the same notes that make Xenonauts 2 click. We scored it 9.0/10.
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8.8Polished FMV dating sim with heart, humor and replayability
Nov 18, 2025
Shared strengths in indie, rpg and simulation make Five Hearts Under One Roof season2 an easy follow-up to Xenonauts 2. We scored it 8.8/10.
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8.8Cozy farming with real stakes and emotional weight
Jul 22, 2025
Grimshire builds on indie, rpg and simulation, giving Xenonauts 2 fans a comparable feel. We scored it 8.8/10.
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