Games Like ORBITAL

ORBITAL is a 2D space sim where you are the sole pioneer tasked with a hopeful mission: to explore a forgotten solar system and build a thriving interstellar civilization. It’s a game about discovery, decision-making, and watching worlds flourish under your guidance—all at your own relaxed pace.

Lead Your People

Each planet you settle is a new story waiting to be told. Your primary goal is to grow your total population, but growth is tied directly to Happiness. When your people are happy, your civilization thrives. When they aren’t, you’ll need to intervene.

The heart of the game lies in the text-based Incidents—a mechanic our early playtesters fell in love with. From resource shortages to cultural festivals to strange stellar phenomena, you will constantly be asked to make decisions. Your choices are not just flavor; they have a direct impact on the happiness of your people and the destiny of your planets.

Explore and Expand

Your journey is one of endless discovery.

A Journey, Not a Race

I wanted to create a game that felt like a cozy blanket, not a frantic rush. In ORBITAL, there is:

It’s just you, your ship, and a galaxy of potential. Whether you have 15 minutes or 3 hours, you can make meaningful progress, explore at your leisure, and build something you’re proud of.

So, are you ready to launch? The galaxy is waiting.