Single-player games like RESEARCH and DESTROY
Below are 12 single-player Steam games similar to RESEARCH and DESTROY, 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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Biomech Hell
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
A run and gun that mixes old-school mechanics from games like Contra, Gunstar Heroes and Metal Slug; with more modern features and a large dose of violence. A total arcade experience for all lovers of retro gaming!
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Uphold The Realm
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
Uphold The Realm is a VR Tower Defense game that lets you take command of your wargames style campaign map to interact with levels and manage towers. When your ready - Shrink down onto the table and use your archery skills to defend against the oncoming hordes.
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Waking Knightmare
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
Become a Dream Walker in this high Adrenaline Knightmare! Push yourself to the limits on Single Player for a high score or challenge your friends in a battle with your Knightmares on your side. The choice is yours...
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Dimension Drive
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
This intense space shoot ’em up challenges you to fight across two battlefields on one splitscreen. Instantly switch between them to dodge waves of bullets, reach secret areas, or surprise your enemies. Play solo or turn it up to 11 with a local co-op partner.
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BiteVille
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
The world has fallen victim to a deadly virus, zombies now roam the lands. While running for your life you stumble upon a small city. Claim this city as your own, protect it with your life and maybe other survivors will find you.
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It's cooked
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
Cook burgers, avoid obstacles, check the time - Simple as that.
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Launcher Heroes
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Casual with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
Launcher Heroes is a tactical, artillery, party game where you try to knock your opponents off the world. Use an assortment of items such as bombs, rockets, and jetpacks to help you navigate and destroy the terrain.
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Thugz VS Zombies
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
Thugz VS Zombies is a row-defense action strategy game where a neighborhood crew protects the block from zombie waves, wild bosses, and chaos. Place THUGZ, earn cash, upgrade your squad, trigger power-ups, and survive solo or with a local co-op partner.
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X-COM: UFO Defense
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
You are in control of X-COM: an organization formed by the world's governments to fight the ever-increasing alien menace.
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Borderlands 2
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
The Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Upgrade lets you get the most out of the Borderlands 2 experience.
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Valkyria Chronicles™
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!
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Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
Single-player alternative to RESEARCH and DESTROY — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Strategy with RESEARCH and DESTROY.
A Continent Engulfed in the Bitter Flames of War! Commander Claude Wallace and his childhood friends set out to fight in a desperate war, but bone-chilling blizzards, waves of imperial soldiers, and the godlike powers of the Valkyria stand between them and victory.