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Games like Stellaren II

If Stellaren II is your kind of game, the closest matches are 病毒恶化 VirusCrisis, Harmonia and Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, contemplative and dark. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Stellaren II: A space sci-fi visual novel in post-apocalyptic worldCombines a unique visual novel experience with multiple mini-games!Travel across multiple locations across space and meet a diverse set of interesting characters.

2020StrategyIndieSimulationCasual3.99 USDWindowsby ninedux
Stellaren II — Steam game cover
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Affection system tracks relationships with a dozen charactersBranching choices permanently alter outcomesMind control twist drives the plotAtmosphericContemplativeDark

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Steam players who put hours into Stellaren II also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. 病毒恶化 VirusCrisis

    WHY THIS

    Shares a tense mood with Stellaren II.

    Top pick for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Stellaren II.

    Virus Crisis is a Roguelike RPG indie game with abundant stories and endings.You will be a high school student who encounters a Zombie virus outbreak and try to survive(or fall in love) with your girl teammates in the apocalypse. You need to lead everyone to survive with your wisdom and bravery.

    2019StrategyIndieSimulation7.00 USDSteam ↗
  2. Harmonia

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Second-strongest match for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Casual with Stellaren II.

    From renowned visual novel studio Key, which brought you the highly rated visual novel “planetarian~the reverie of a little planet~”, this is “Harmonia”, the latest kinetic novel in the series.

    2016AdventureSimulationCasual9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Third-strongest match for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    You awaken in a field of snow with no memory of even your name. The local monstrosities nearly devour you before you meet your rescuer, a beautiful girl named Kuon—who has animal ears and a tail. She names you Haku⸺ The Japanese hit tactics-RPG visual novel series returns to PC at last!

    2020StrategyAdventureSimulation39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Ranked #4 for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    Haku has sacrificed a lot to inherit a mask. With his natural wiles and the reputation of his departed friend, he strikes out on the path to a new future. The curtains rise on an era of strife that will shake Yamato to its very foundations.

    2020StrategyAdventureSimulation39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Stella of The End

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Ranked #5 for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Casual with Stellaren II.

    Jude Gray, a wandering Courier, receives a request to deliver some very special cargo. This cargo turns out to be Philia, an android girl who is unaffected by the enigmatic Singularity Machines.

    2023AdventureSimulationCasual19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. [TDA00] Muv-Luv Unlimited: THE DAY AFTER - Episode 00 REMASTERED

    WHY THIS

    Shares branching narrative and an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Ranked #6 for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Stellaren II.

    In a desperate attempt to exterminate the BETA, mankind has forsaken the Earth. Stranded onboard a TSF carrier in the South Pacific, a handful of survivors scramble to find a way back home to America. This is where Muv-Luv Unlimited: The Day After begins.

    2021AdventureCasual14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Muv-Luv photonflowers*

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Ranked #7 for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Stellaren II.

    It's the best of both worlds! Jam-packed with twelve tales that expand upon the Muv-Luv multiverse, this compilation is sure to satisfy that series sweet tooth!

    2019AdventureCasual24.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Our End of the World

    WHY THIS

    Shares a dark mood with Stellaren II.

    Ranked #8 for Stellaren II fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    Filled with puzzles, the story between she and me at the end of the world. English Subtitle Released on 2018/11/22!

    2017IndieAdventureSimulation5.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Stellaren II at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Stellaren II.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Stellaren II.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Stellaren II.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Simulation and Casual with Stellaren II.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Stellaren II.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Indie with Stellaren II.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Stellaren II on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Stellaren II.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Stellaren II.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Stellaren II.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  5. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Stellaren II.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Stellaren II.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    You awaken in a field of snow with no memory of even your name. The local monstrosities nearly devour you before you meet your rescuer, a beautiful girl named Kuon—who has animal ears and a tail. She names you Haku⸺ The Japanese hit tactics-RPG visual novel series returns to PC at last!

    2020StrategyAdventureSimulation39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Utawarerumono: Mask of Truth

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Stellaren II.

    Haku has sacrificed a lot to inherit a mask. With his natural wiles and the reputation of his departed friend, he strikes out on the path to a new future. The curtains rise on an era of strife that will shake Yamato to its very foundations.

    2020StrategyAdventureSimulation39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. [TDA00] Muv-Luv Unlimited: THE DAY AFTER - Episode 00 REMASTERED

    WHY THIS

    Shares branching narrative and an atmospheric mood with Stellaren II.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Casual with Stellaren II.

    In a desperate attempt to exterminate the BETA, mankind has forsaken the Earth. Stranded onboard a TSF carrier in the South Pacific, a handful of survivors scramble to find a way back home to America. This is where Muv-Luv Unlimited: The Day After begins.

    2021AdventureCasual14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Stellaren II

How much does Stellaren II cost?
Stellaren II is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Stellaren II?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Stellaren II are 病毒恶化 VirusCrisis, Harmonia, Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception.
Who developed Stellaren II?
Stellaren II was developed by ninedux.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Stellaren II.

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