Games Like Space Rangers (Series) Similar Role-playing & Exploration Games like Space Rangers (Series)

Space Rangers is described as 'The game is dynamic and open-ended in a fashion that has been compared to Elite and Star Control 2. Trade prices on planets follow supply and demand, the wars are ongoing non-scripted conflicts, computer-controlled ships have individual' and is a role-playing game in the games category. There are more than 10 games similar to Space Rangers for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Steam, Mac and GOG.com apps. The best Space Rangers alternative is Star Citizen. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try AstroImpact or Vega Strike. Other Space Rangers like games are Qanga, Starsector, X - Space Game and Battle Brothers.

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The game is dynamic and open-ended in a fashion that has been compared to Elite and Star Control 2. Trade prices on planets follow supply and demand, the wars are ongoing non-scripted conflicts,...

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  1. Star Citizen icon
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    Star Citizen is a space sim video game for Microsoft Windows. Star Citizen is planned to consist of two main components: first-person space combat, mining, exploration and trading with first-person shooter elements in a massively multiplayer persistent universe and customizable...

    18 Star Citizen alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Wine
    • Lutris

    Star Citizen Features

    1.  Multiplayer
    2.  Online co-op

    Star Citizen VS Space Rangers

     
    • Star Citizen is the most popular Windows & Linux alternative to Space Rangers.

    • Star Citizen is the most popular commercial alternative to Space Rangers.

    • Star Citizen is Paid and ProprietarySpace Rangers is also Paid and Proprietary
    • Star Citizen is MultiplayerSpace Rangers is not according to our users
  2. Qanga icon
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    Dive into a seamless space sandbox exploring planets, moons, stations, and asteroids free from loading screens. Undertake contracts, face enemies, and build bases. Enjoy solo or multiplayer modes, survival features, and immersive combat. Customize gameplay and collaborate on custom servers.

    18 Qanga alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam

    Qanga Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Single player
    3.  Online co-op
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Multiplayer
    6.  Player vs Player
    7.  Achievements Supported
    8.  Works Offline
    9.  Player vs Enviroment
    10.  Sci-fi

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  3. Starsector icon
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    Starsector (formerly “Starfarer”) is an in-development open-world single-player space-combat, roleplaying, exploration, and economic game. You take the role of a space captain seeking fortune and glory however you choose.

    6 Starsector alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Starsector Features

    1.  Single player
    2.  Sci-fi

    Starsector VS Space Rangers

     
    • Starsector is the most popular Mac alternative to Space Rangers.

    • Starsector is Paid and ProprietarySpace Rangers is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Play with friends online to defend the planet! Longest time to first impact or longest time to 100% damage. You destroy asteroids by flying into them before they hit the planet!

    30 AstroImpact alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub

    AstroImpact VS Space Rangers

     
    • AstroImpact is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Space Rangers.

    • AstroImpact is Free and Open SourceSpace Rangers is Paid and Proprietary
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    X is a science fiction space trading and combat simulator series created by German developer Egosoft. The series is set in the X-Universe where several races populate a number of worlds connected by jumpgates.

    19 X - Space Game alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Steam
    • GOG.com

    X - Space Game Features

    1.   Game Series
    2.  Single player
    3.  Base building
    4.  Sci-fi

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    Battle Brothers is a turn based tactical RPG which has you leading a mercenary company in a gritty, low-power, medieval fantasy world. You decide where to go, whom to hire or to fight, what contracts to take and how to train and equip your men in a procedurally generated open...

    9 Battle Brothers alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Steam
    • GOG.com

    Battle Brothers Features

    1.  Single player
    2.  Squad based

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  7. Vega Strike icon
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    Vega Strike is an Open Source 3D Action-Space-Sim that lets you trade, fight, and explore in a vast universe.

    16 Vega Strike alternatives

    License model

    • FreeOpen Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    Vega Strike Features

    1.  Multiplayer

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    In Evochron, you are free to seek your fortune as an independent mercenary in an adventure directed by your choices, abilities, and accomplishments. Each player can bring their unique skills and interests to the game, forming clans for cooperative goals or remaining solo to...

    25 Evochron Mercenary alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Evochron Mercenary Features

    1.  Trade

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    Rebel Galaxy features space combat in capital ships in a randomly generated universe. While non-player fighter craft and gunships are capable of three-dimensional maneuvering, the player and other capital ships are restricted to a two-dimensional plane of movement with combat...

    17 Rebel Galaxy alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Epic Games Store
    • Steam
    • GOG.com
    • GOG Galaxy
    • Nintendo Switch Online
    • Playstation
    • PlayStation Network
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox

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    Stellar Wanderer is a beautiful old-school space opera set in a vast open-world universe. Explore the galaxy and become a FIGHTER, TRADER, TANK or ENGINEER while following the main story line or choosing your favorite side missions.

    16 Stellar Wanderer alternatives

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV

    Stellar Wanderer VS Space Rangers

     
    • Stellar Wanderer is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Space Rangers.

    • Stellar Wanderer is Paid and ProprietarySpace Rangers is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Star Wolves is a series of space RPG/strategy games that combine tactical combat, crew management, and open-world exploration.

    21 Star Wolves alternatives

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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Star Wolves Features

    1.   Game Series
    2.  Single player
    3.  Sci-fi

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