Single-player games like Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
Below are 14 single-player Steam games similar to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, 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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SnowFighters
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Make snowball and Throw to the rivals!! Snowball fight e-sports action game !!
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World CHAMPIONS: Decathlon
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Compete in the ultimate retro sports challenge!World Champions: Decathlon offers 10 thrilling events with pixel art graphics and fast-paced action. Now on sale! Add it to your wishlist and don’t miss out on discounts and updates!
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Danghost
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Danghost is an arcade puzzle game, inspired by fighting games! Become an exorcist, capture danghosts with combos, use unique spells and beat your opponents. Playable in single-player, it’s with the local multiplayer mode that the game will reveal all its spice!
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Twin Stick Checkers
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Checkers meets twin-stick chaos! Control turret pieces, shoot enemies, and outplay opponents in fast-paced strategy duels. Practice solo against the AI, challenge friends locally, or compete online using Remote Play Together.
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Usurper: Soulbound
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Usurper: Soulbound is a brutal Rogue-lite Action RPG where death is just the beginning. Possess your enemies to seize their bodies and abilities. Trapped in a nightmarish dimension, you must master combat, conquer deadly foes, and fight your way back to freedom—or be lost forever.
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ZONERS
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
An unusual cast of queer & quirky aliens battle it out in the galaxy's favourite sport using their signature skills & traits. Featuring an incredible soundtrack, unique stage gimmicks, custom match settings, bonus games, tons of unlocks & insanely detailed pixel art, it's time to get into the zone!
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PathBlasters
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Run, blast, and solve your way to victory! Experience the rush of a colorful, fast-paced chase, solo or against a friend! Burst through the levels and up your score in this retro-inspired arcade setting.
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River City Ransom: Underground
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Alex and Ryan must take to the streets to help a new crop of fighters. You'll earn money, unlock moves, and upgrade your skills in a sprawling city. This modern take on an old classic features over 500 unique street fighting moves, dozens of weapons, and fun online multiplayer modes.
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Threes!
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
A tiny puzzle that grows on you.
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Crypt of the NecroDancer
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
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Puyo Puyo™Tetris®
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Two puzzle game juggernauts collide as global phenomenon Tetris® and SEGA’s famous Puyo Puyo™ combine in a super mash-up of ferocious competition, adorable looks, and addictive puzzle fun!
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Mr. DRILLER DrillLand
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The popular action puzzle game “Mr. DRILLER DrillLand” makes its Western debut on Steam! You’re invited to a secret amusement park known as “DrillLand” – 500 meters underground!
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ANIME TETRIS
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
The legendary game "Tetris" in a unique performance and atmosphere
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Cavern Kings
Single-player alternative to Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon.
Cavern Kings is an infinite action platformer designed to make every playthrough unique and interesting. Cavern Kings aims to explode with special effects in classical arcade fashion and create interesting synergies with its powerup system.