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2026PCSteam Deck playable56 % positive19.99 €

As an alien biologist stranded on prehistoric Earth, you grow unknown plants, brew tonics and meet early humans. It blends survival, botany and discovery in an unusual setting.

  • Open world
  • Lots to discover
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Cosy, great for unwinding

The closest matches for Astrobotanica are Heaven's Vault, In Other Waters and Outer Wilds. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Astrobotanica special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Heaven's Vault

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2019PCPlayStationNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified84 % positive21.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Astrobotanica: lots to discover, a sci-fi setting and a strong story.

As archaeologist Aliya you sail the rivers of the Nebula and gradually decipher an invented ancient script. Your translations and decisions shape the tale of a vanished civilisation.

In Other Waters

Cosy, great for unwinding

You guide biologist Ellery Vas's diving suit across an alien ocean planet entirely through a minimalist map interface. Calm exploration, sample collecting and light puzzles drive an atmospheric story about loss and ecology.

Paradise Killer

Open world

As investigator Lady Love Dies you roam a neon-soaked, surreal island, grill eccentric suspects and gather evidence in a murder case. You choose who to accuse at trial, all wrapped in bold style, dark humor and a driving synthwave soundtrack.

Myst V: End of Ages

Strong, story-driven narrative

The finale of the Myst series sends you through strange, freely explorable worlds in first person, solving environmental puzzles and piecing together the history of the D'ni from journals and clues. Your final choice decides the fate of that ancient civilization.

Sable

Open world

Sable sends you on a calm, self-directed coming-of-age journey across a vast desert on an alien planet. With no combat, a hoverbike, light climbing and a striking Moebius-inspired comic look, you discover places and people at your own pace.

The Talos Principle II

Strong, story-driven narrative

A philosophical first-person puzzle game set in a post-human world, where you solve clever logic puzzles in striking environments while pondering consciousness and humanity. The story and conversations with fellow robots matter as much as the puzzles.

The Talos Principle

Strong, story-driven narrative

A meditative first-person puzzler where you play an android solving laser and block puzzles across ancient-looking ruins while grappling with questions of consciousness, humanity and free will. Brilliantly designed puzzles meet philosophical terminal conversations and a haunting atmosphere.

The Solus Project

Open world

You are stranded on an alien planet and must endure harsh weather, hunger and dangers while exploring caves and ruins in first person. The goal is to uncover the world's secrets and send a signal back to Earth.

Little-Known Galaxy

Cosy, great for unwinding

A cozy single-player space adventure in which you train as a captain and help your crew uncover the secret of an ancient relic. Exploration, crafting and farming make for a relaxed experience with friendly characters.

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