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Single-player games like SUBS: Sharks And Submarines

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.

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Ranked picks

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    Retromancer — Steam game cover

    Retromancer

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    What happens when nostalgia and necromancy mix? A Retromancer happens! Grab a few friends, choose your champions, and battle your way through 6 brutal zones filled with screeching bats, burrowing worms, deranged cultists, and giant ants.

    2019ActionIndie2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Watch Out: Shark! — Steam game cover

    Watch Out: Shark!

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    Survive in the ocean by feeding on smaller fish, dodging predators, and facing various dangers in this relaxing, challenging, and super fun retro arcade game—all hand-drawn in pixel art style. Dive into this adventure solo or in multiplayer mode. But remember: watch out for the shark!

    2026ActionIndieCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Definitely Sneaky But Not Sneaky — Steam game cover

    Definitely Sneaky But Not Sneaky

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    Definitely Sneaky But Not Sneaky is a fast-paced action game featuring tight controls and slow-motion combat. Unlock items, customize your gear, and take out your enemies one by one! Co-op included.

    2019ActionIndieCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    ROIDSTRIKE — Steam game cover

    ROIDSTRIKE

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    Retro-synthwave-arcade-space-shooter with 10 galaxies, 100 level, 4 ships, and local co-op for up to 4 players. Pick a ship. Destroy everything. Don't die.

    2026ActionIndieCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Over 9000 Zombies! — Steam game cover

    Over 9000 Zombies!

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    Over 9000 Zombies! is top-down arcade action blown out of all reasonable proportions. An endless horde of zombies is coming your way, how long can you survive?

    2015ActionIndie2.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Theatre of Doom — Steam game cover

    Theatre of Doom

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    Theatre of Doom is an intense and fast top-down action game. Fight your way through the hellish stages against demonic marionette puppets, and ferocious monsters.

    2017ActionIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    OVERWHELM — Steam game cover

    OVERWHELM

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    You're outnumbered, low on ammunition and the paranoia sets in. This is an action horror-world where enemies get power-ups and you don’t.

    2018ActionIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sonic Mania — Steam game cover

    Sonic Mania

    Single-player alternative to SUBS: Sharks And Submarines — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with SUBS: Sharks And Submarines.

    Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.

    2017ActionAdventureCasual4.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →