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Games like Space Salvager

2014PC

A space sandbox RPG where you carve out a life as a salvager, miner or pirate hunter. You pick your ship, gear and specialisation, and skills improve the more you use them.

Sandbox with your own goals
Open world
Sci-fi setting
Strong character progression

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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Space Salvager special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Flatspace IIk

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2017PC15.79 €

A top-down space game set in a randomly generated universe where you freely trade, fight and explore while upgrading your ship. Every playthrough differs since you pick your own profession and path.

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