Everspace 2

Everspace 2 is a space shooter with RPG progression and open-area exploration. You fly through star systems fighting hostiles, looting wrecks, and completing story missions tied to a sci-fi plot. Combat mixes dogfighting with ability cooldowns—think shield bursts or missile salvos—while you gather materials to upgrade your ship's weapons, hull, and modules. Between firefights, you'll mine asteroids, solve environmental puzzles for gear caches, and pick up side jobs from NPCs. The loop centers on chasing better equipment to tackle harder zones. Ship customization runs deep: swap out primary guns, secondary weapons, devices, and perks to match how you fight. Expect a single-player campaign with branching dialogue and faction relationships that shift based on your choices. Fans of loot-driven progression in a cockpit will find plenty to chase here.