Best Games That Take Place On A Spacecraft

Spacecraft have long been a fascinating setting for video games, blending the mysteries of space exploration with high-stakes drama in confined, often dangerous environments. These games immerse players in interstellar adventures, survival challenges, and strategic battles, capitalizing on the allure of the unknown and the thrill of futuristic technology.

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Some games use a deserted space station as the backdrop for horror gameplay, while others put the player in command of a spaceship in a dangerous universe. From single-player stealth games to multiplayer social deduction games, spacecraft have been used as an environment across multiple genres, to provide a unique yet contained environment.

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Observation

Gripping Sci-Fi Thriller

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May 21, 2019

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In Observation, the player takes on the role of S.A.M., the controlling AI for the entire space station. However, it is Emma Fisher, the surviving human that is used to move the story forward, with S.A.M. being her eyes, ears, and hands. Together, Emma and the player must investigate the cause of the incident that resulted in catastrophic harm to the station.

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The player can interact with the station’s systems, take control of cameras, and assist Emma in her endeavors. The gameplay is quite unique, taking place in person, as the player, as S.A.M., solves puzzles, and uncovers hidden secrets.

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Prey

Scary Psychological Thriller

Set aboard the Talos I space station, the player takes on the part of the main protagonist, Morgan Yu. Morgan is a scientist who is trying to combat an alien menace named the Typhon. The gameplay in Prey combines survival aspects with combat and exploration, as the player wields a range of weapons and abilities to meet the threat.

The gameplay features some pretty interesting game mechanics, such as being able to morph into objects. The tense narrative and often scary storytelling are the icing on the cake.

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Star Trek: Bridge Crew

Command The U.S.S. Enterprise

• Platforms: PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows, Meta Quest
• Released: May 30, 2017
• Developer: Red Storm Entertainment, Ubisoft Barcelona, Force Field Entertainment BV
• Genre: Virtual reality, Simulation Video Game, Action-adventure game, Role-playing Video Game

In Star Trek: Bridge Crew, the player takes on the role of the command crew of either the iconic U.S.S. Enterprise or the more modern U.S.S. Aegis. This is a cooperative multiplayer game, with different players filling different positions on the bridge of the ship.

Open bridge positions include the captain, as well as tactical, engineering, and helm. The crew works together to complete missions and overcome challenges. This is a game that keeps the rich lore of the Star Trek universe close to its heart and was well-received by fans on its release.

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Dead Space

Survival Horror In Space

The gameplay in Dead Space takes place on a mining ship, the USG Ishimura. The ship has been completely infested and overrun by an alien species known as the Necromorphs. Playing as one of the ship’s engineers, Isaac Clarke, the play must find out why the infestation has occurred and eradicate it.

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The game combines survival aspects, such as resource gathering and management, but also has an excellent strategic combat layer as well. The immersive storytelling is nothing short of terrifying at times, building on the suspense and fear.

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Alien: Isolation

Based On The Aliens Movie Franchise

Alien: Isolation takes up the story of Amanda Ripley, Ellen Ripley’s daughter. Trapped on the Sevastopol space station, the player has to help Amanda find her mother, whilst staying out of the grasp of the iconic alien xenomorphs from the movies.

The game is primarily a stealth game, and the idea is to avoid the aliens as much as possible. However, the alien behavior learns to adapt to player actions, making it increasingly difficult to escape them. Overall, the terrifying atmosphere and the sheer panic that can occur at times, make this a fantastic survival horror game.

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Faster Than Light (FTL)

Fun 2D Roguelike

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FTL: Faster Than Light

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September 14, 2012

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FTL is a 2D indie game that was a surprise smash hit and is still widely popular today. The premise is quite simple; the player commands a spaceship through a 2D procedurally generated universe, full of hostels and challenges.

The player must micromanage all aspects of the ship, including managing the crew, overseeing the systems, procuring resources, and controlling the ship in combat. Despite its minimalist design, it is a surprisingly deep game that takes time to master. Every decision the player makes has an impact on the gameplay, for good or bad.

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Star Wars: Squadrons

Single Player And Multiplayer Modes

In Star Wars: Squadrons, players can fly some of the iconic ships from the series, including the X-Wing and the TIE Fighter. All of the gameplay takes place from the cockpit of a spaceship, or on a space station or capital ship.

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The game is notable for its fast and frantic space battles, which capture the spirit of the franchise accurately. In many respects, it is like a much more up-to-date version of the classic game, X-Wing v TIE Fighter, with an excellent multiplayer mode added.

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Among Us

Social Deduction Game

Among Us is another indie game that became very popular very quickly. All of the gameplay takes place aboard a spaceship. This is a multiplayer game where each player works as a crew member to complete tasks. However, players also get assigned the impostor role and must sabotage the ship without being discovered.

The game is all about deception and quick decision-making on the part of both crew members and impostors. The goal is for the crew members to deduce who the impostors are. Offering a unique style of social gameplay for a multiplayer game on launch, it has spawned many clones.

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