Games like X-Plane 11
If X-Plane 11 is your kind of game, the closest matches are DCS World Steam Edition, aerofly RC 8 and Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, immersive and accurate topography replication. 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.
Get personalized picks →X-Plane 11 is a flight simulation released in 2017 by Laminar Research. The game replicates real-world topography and models aircraft with extensive detail, incorporating realistic flight modeling based on aerodynamic principles. Players describe the experience as atmospheric and immersive, with reviewers highlighting highly accurate aircraft and scenery models alongside a vast array of customization options. The simulation supports both single-player and multiplayer modes and runs at a playable level on Steam Deck. Priced at $29.99, it holds a 92% positive rating from over 8,700 Steam reviews, reflecting broad satisfaction among its player base.
About X-Plane 11: The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.
Players who liked X-Plane 11 also play
Steam players who put hours into X-Plane 11 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.
DCS World Steam Edition
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with X-Plane 11.
Top pick for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!
aerofly RC 8
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Second-strongest match for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Aerofly RC 8 is THE model flight simulator with extremely real flight physics, fantastic graphics and VR mode. Targeted model flight training and incredible fun with airrace, limbo flying, balloon piercing, helitrainer, aerobatics, landing contests, slope flying, 4D scenery and much more.
Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Third-strongest match for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator lets you explore the world of flying in a quality never seen before. Fly a large selection of highly detailed aircraft or a helicopter with interactive 3D cockpits. Aerofly FS 2 currently features over 200 airports in the south western USA and global elevation and satellite imagery.
Powerboat VR
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Ranked #4 for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Take the helm of a variety of different ocean vessels from small sport boats all the way up to large commercial vessels. Dynamic seas, Day/Night cycle, RADAR, GPS, "IALA A" Buoyage with NavAid/AtoN lighting systems provide a realistic sailing environment. VR & Non-VR modes supported.
Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Ranked #5 for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.
Glider Sim Deluxe – Soaring Simulator
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Ranked #6 for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Soar through 3 custom maps or explore the entire globe with Google Earth integration. Pilot hang gliders, paragliders, paramotors, mini-wings, speed-wings, ultralight trikes, or racing drones. Customize weather conditions and fly solo or with friends. Perfect for seasoned pilots and newcomers alike!
Assetto Corsa
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with X-Plane 11.
Ranked #8 for X-Plane 11 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Assetto Corsa v1.16 introduces the new "Laguna Seca" laser-scanned track, 7 new cars among which the eagerly awaited Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio! Check the changelog for further info!
Reviewers mention these as similar to X-Plane 11
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Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Reviewers of X-Plane 11 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.
X-Plane 12
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with X-Plane 11.
Reviewers of X-Plane 11 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
WHY THIS
Shares an atmospheric mood with X-Plane 11.
Reviewers of X-Plane 11 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below X-Plane 11 at current Steam store prices.
Garry's Mod
WHY THIS
Priced ~83% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.
Stardew Valley
WHY THIS
Priced ~50% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
People Playground
WHY THIS
Priced ~67% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.
Don't Starve Together
WHY THIS
Priced ~50% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now.
Fight, Farm, Build and Explore Together in the standalone multiplayer expansion to the uncompromising wilderness survival game, Don't Starve.
Kerbal Space Program
WHY THIS
Shares an immersive mood with X-Plane 11.
Priced ~67% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.
Cookie Clicker
WHY THIS
Priced ~83% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.
Noita
WHY THIS
Priced ~73% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.
FTL: Faster Than Light
WHY THIS
Priced ~67% under X-Plane 11 on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.
Free alternatives
Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.
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.
Ultimate Custom Night
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!
Bongo Cat
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
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?
ENA: Dream BBQ
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.
Indigo Park: Chapter 1
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
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.
The Looker
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.
Virtual Cottage
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with X-Plane 11.
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
The Expendabros
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.
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Frequently asked about X-Plane 11
- Does X-Plane 11 run on Steam Deck?
- X-Plane 11 is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
- How much does X-Plane 11 cost?
- X-Plane 11 is listed on Steam at 29.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does X-Plane 11 have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — X-Plane 11 supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen PvP, PvP).
- What games are most similar to X-Plane 11?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside X-Plane 11 are DCS World Steam Edition, aerofly RC 8, Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator.
- Who developed X-Plane 11?
- X-Plane 11 was developed by Laminar Research.
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 X-Plane 11.
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