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Single-player games like Above the Stars

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Above the Stars, 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.

Want the full alternatives list (paid + free + Steam Deck + cheaper picks)? See the parent games like Above the Stars page.

Ranked picks

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    wonShot — Steam game cover

    wonShot

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Above the Stars.

    Your job is to destroy as many enemy ships as possible with your giant laser, but it only fires once per day! Travel through the galaxy destroying the rebel army one shot at a time in wonShot!

    2020ActionIndieCasual0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Endless Furry TD - Tower Defense — Steam game cover

    Endless Furry TD - Tower Defense

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Above the Stars.

    Slaughter furries before they destroy your base! Get upgrades and climb leaderboards to be the best!

    2023ActionStrategyCasual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    River Attack — Steam game cover

    River Attack

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Above the Stars.

    Embark on an exciting journey inspired by classics, facing challenges along the river, rescuing refugees, and demolishing obstacles. Acquire airplanes, collect power-ups, and choose between Classic and Mission modes. An intense experience awaits you!

    2024ActionIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    CYBERSTELLAR — Steam game cover

    CYBERSTELLAR

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Above the Stars.

    Protect Earth and Mars from alien attacks, but be careful not to lose control of the ship in the midst of storms.

    2022ActionIndieCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Hug Survivor — Steam game cover

    Hug Survivor

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Above the Stars.

    Love-filled survivor rogue-like shooter ♡. Hug and bind the nuisances that spawn crazy chicks🐤! Kick out the mass-produced chicks with the nimble hugging action of the cute threesome!

    2023ActionIndieCasual12.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Dimension Core: Amethyst — Steam game cover

    Dimension Core: Amethyst

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    A Roguelite strategy tower defense game. Different towers, events, and upgrades every run. Manage resources, fight alongside your towers, and defend the Dimension Core.

    StrategyIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fire at Campsite — Steam game cover

    Fire at Campsite

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Above the Stars.

    Protect the campsite in this Single-Tower-Defense game where you play as a campfire against the local wildlife! With many abilities and characters at your disposal, try new builds, synergies, and combos to make those animals run away with fear!

    2025StrategyIndieCasual5.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Vostok Inc. — Steam game cover

    Vostok Inc.

    Single-player alternative to Above the Stars — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Above the Stars.

    Do you love money? You’re the newly appointed CEO of Vostok Inc. As a greedy, space-capitalist your ultimate goal is to make as much as you can.

    2017ActionIndieCasual14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →