Choose Vector 36
Choose Vector 36 if you want an Action and Simulation game with Steam Leaderboards. On Steam, it's currently about 21% cheaper on the Steam Store. Vector 36 launched in 2017.
Vector 36 vs Omega Pilot Evolution
Vector 36 and Omega Pilot Evolution both land in Indie, Racing on Steam, which is why they keep getting compared. The comparison below is built from each game's Steam metadata — release year, genres, categories, Steam Deck status, price, and review score — refreshed daily by imho.run's scraper. Headline differences: Both share Indie, Racing on Steam. Vector 36 (2017) is 9 years older than Omega Pilot Evolution (2026). Omega Pilot Evolution scores higher on Steam reviews (87% positive) than Vector 36 (81.6% positive). No login or purchase needed — scroll for the full table, the verdict FAQ, and links to ranked similar games for both titles.
Which should you pick?
Choose Omega Pilot Evolution
Choose Omega Pilot Evolution if you want the DualSense Controller Support, Gamepad Recommended, and Custom Volume Controls side of the pairing. On Steam, it's the newer release (2026) and ships with the modern feature baseline. Omega Pilot Evolution launched in 2026.
Both Vector 36 and Omega Pilot Evolution sit in Indie and Racing on Steam and both list Multi-player, Online PvP, and PvP, so either pick lands in the same broad neighborhood. Use the side-by-side table for the feature view, or follow the "Games like" links below to see ranked alternatives for either title.
Side-by-side comparison
 Vector 36 |  Omega Pilot Evolution | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2017 | 2026 |
| Genres | Action, Indie, Simulation, Racing | Indie, Racing |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows |
| Steam Deck | Unrated | Unrated |
| Price | 10.99 USD | 13.99 USD |
| Steam reviews | 81.6% positive (206 reviews) | 87% positive (23 reviews) |
| Multiplayer | Multi-player, Cross-Platform Multiplayer | Multi-player, Cross-Platform Multiplayer |
| Developers | Red River Studio | XOCUS |
Side by side
- Both share Indie, Racing on Steam.
- Vector 36 (2017) is 9 years older than Omega Pilot Evolution (2026).
- Omega Pilot Evolution scores higher on Steam reviews (87% positive) than Vector 36 (81.6% positive).
- Vector 36 is currently ~21% cheaper on Steam than Omega Pilot Evolution (10.99 USD vs. 13.99 USD).
Vector 36 vs Omega Pilot Evolution — FAQ
- Should I play Vector 36 or Omega Pilot Evolution first?
- If you want chronology, Vector 36 (2017) came out before Omega Pilot Evolution (2026). If neither is a sequel to the other, order doesn't really matter — start with whichever fits your current mood, since both share enough on Steam to make either a reasonable opener.
- Are Vector 36 and Omega Pilot Evolution similar?
- They overlap on Indie, Racing on Steam, so the catalogue groups them together — but "similar" depends on the specific mechanics. Use the genre + category rows above to decide whether the overlap matches what drew you to the one you've already played.