4 Games with a sci-fi setting like Terraria that you should try

If Terraria worked for you because of strong narrative focus, a sandbox world and melee combat, the same is here. Both also lean on crafting mechanics and 2D presentation. The distance is in tone and setting — its own ground is a casual, approachable feel and a space setting.

It comes from the same genre as Terraria and shares strong narrative focus, open world exploration and melee combat. To that it adds exploration and discovery, and co-op play. They part company on visuals and setting: this one brings a space setting and a first-person view.

Genre puts it alongside Terraria, and so does a sandbox world, melee combat and a sci-fi setting. To that it adds exploration and discovery, and co-op play. They part company on visuals and combat: this one brings tactical combat and a space setting.

Same family as Terraria: strong narrative focus, open world exploration and a sci-fi setting. Both also lean on pixel art and single-player focus. The distance is in tone and game mode — its own ground is a relaxing pace and 3D presentation.