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Single-player games like I, AI

Below are 19 single-player Steam games similar to I, AI, 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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    Psyvariar 3 — Steam game cover

    Psyvariar 3

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with I, AI.

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    2026Action15.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Crush The Rebellion! — Steam game cover

    Crush The Rebellion!

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    The galactic empire is under siege from the rebel scum in all directions! Fight through endless waves of rebel ships using all of the weapons and resources at your disposal as you execute your sole orders: to Crush The Rebellion!

    2026ActionIndie4.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Astro Fighters — Steam game cover

    Astro Fighters

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with I, AI.

    Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.

    2025Action5.39 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  4. 4
    Space Strider — Steam game cover

    Space Strider

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Space Strider is a 2D Sidescroller Shoot 'em up with Roguelite elements, where you beat hordes of enemies and defeat unique bosses. Unlock, upgrade and level up your Spaceships to become the ultimate Space Strider!

    2024ActionIndieCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    X-Force Under Attack — Steam game cover

    X-Force Under Attack

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    X-Force Under Attack brings back all the charm of shmup games from the 80's/90's. It's a frenetic and chaotic space shooter with insane battles against extremely difficult bosses.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    REVO — Steam game cover

    REVO

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Dodge and shoot your way through waves of enemies. REVO is a high speed, neon drenched space shoot ‘em up inspired by arcade classics of the 1980’s. Collect pickups, unlock powerful, ammo hungry weapons, and defeat giant bosses.

    2021ActionIndie14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  7. 7
    DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite — Steam game cover

    DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.

    ActionIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    INSPACE 2980 — Steam game cover

    INSPACE 2980

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again!

    2018ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sky Force Reloaded — Steam game cover

    Sky Force Reloaded

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

    2017ActionIndie9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    STELLATUM — Steam game cover

    STELLATUM

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Equip your battleship's guns, install faster engines, and increase the power of your reactor. Throw a barrage of rockets on hordes of enemy ships, burning everything in your path!

    2015ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX — Steam game cover

    Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with I, AI.

    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!

    2023ActionAdventure29.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  12. 12
    DemonStar — Steam game cover

    DemonStar

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    The shareware legend DemonStar comes soaring back with new game modes and revised gameplay. Originally published in 1997, DemonStar has earned the Computer Gaming World's "Shareware Game of the Year 1999" award..

    2023ActionIndie2.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
  13. 13
    Microcosmum: survival of cells — Steam game cover

    Microcosmum: survival of cells

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Microcosmum: survival of cells. Join the wonderful and amazing world of microorganisms.

    2015ActionStrategyIndie7.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Aircraft Evolution — Steam game cover

    Aircraft Evolution

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Take part in aerial battles with warplanes from different eras — from World War I to the future. Drop bombs, upgrade your aircraft, and turn enemy bases into rubble in the explosive action game Aircraft Evolution!

    2018ActionIndieSimulation8.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Microcosmum 2 — Steam game cover

    Microcosmum 2

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    A relaxing strategy game featuring unconventional gameplay. Your objectives include development, evolution, border expansion and protection of your hive.

    2024ActionStrategyIndie15.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mind Maze — Steam game cover

    Mind Maze

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    MIND MAZE - is a logical competitive game based on capturing of the playing field.

    2017ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    HexLab — Steam game cover

    HexLab

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with I, AI.

    HexLab is a logical game with a relaxing atmosphere and original gameplay.

    2019StrategyIndieCasual7.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sky of Destruction — Steam game cover

    Sky of Destruction

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Sky of Destruction is a top-down shooter created by a team of two people. Combine aircrafts in your combat fleet, which will help you during the mission. Your goal is to destroy the enemy aircraft carrier or buildings, breaking through the enemy air armada. Explosions and total destruction!

    2024ActionStrategyIndie12.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Deep, In the  Forest — Steam game cover

    Deep, In the Forest

    Single-player alternative to I, AI — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with I, AI.

    Game is a deck building roguelite card game with RPG elements. Save the forest kingdom from the oppression of the Mad King.

    2020ActionIndieAdventure4.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →