Single-player games like TENGAI
Below are 17 single-player Steam games similar to TENGAI, 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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VASARA Collection
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups - VASARA (2000) and VASARA 2 (2001) - are made available to the whole world via this package: VASARA COLLECTION!
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STRIKERS 1945
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
The vertical scrolling shooter game released in the arcade by "Psikyo". You can set the difficulty level, controls, screen orientation, etc. In addition, online rankings have been implemented! Aim to be the world's best Striker!
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Radiant Silvergun
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
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Mushihimesama
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
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Pocky & Rocky Reshrined
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.
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Blazing Chrome
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
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Deathsmiles
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
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DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.
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Samurai Aces
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Samurai and ninja fly in the sky! Freaky Japanese-style shooter known as the debut of "Psikyo". We' ve got online rankings!
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SONIC WINGS REUNION
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
SONIC WINGS REUNION is a sequel to the arcade-style shooting game SONIC WINGS, in which you choose from eight characters to destroy the mysterious organization FATAMORNAGANA, which has advanced into the modern world. The scenario changes depending on the combination of characters.
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GUNBIRD 2
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Let's go on the treasure hunt through the skies of the world! The ultimate "Psikyo Shooter" with online rankings!
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Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot-‘em-up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
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STRIKERS 1945 II
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Easy to play, hard to master. This is one of the most iconic arcade shooter of the 90s, released by Psikyo. It comes back with many customizable options and online rankings!
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STRIKERS 1945 III
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Here's a challenge from 90's arcades! The ultimate Psikyo shooter! With online rankings.
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Psyvariar Delta
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
Thrive on Danger: Master the 'Buzz' to transform peril into pure power. Graze the edge of destruction to fuel your evolution. Harness the fleeting invincibility of each level-up to dive even deeper into the barrage.
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Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle + Hell
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
"Ninja JaJaMaru : The Great Yokai Battle + Hell" est un jeu d'action en 2D. Il s'agit de la dernière interaction de la série Ninja JaJaMaru qui introduit de nouveaux contrôles et de nouvelles mécaniques de jeu dans la série.
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GUNBIRD
Single-player alternative to TENGAI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with TENGAI.
"Marion" the little great wizard in the steampunk world. The masterpiece of the "Psikyo Shooting"! Online rankings are available.