Single-player games like THE IMPOSSIBLE
Below are 10 single-player Steam games similar to THE IMPOSSIBLE, 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 THE IMPOSSIBLE page.
Ranked picks
- 1

Schein
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Schein is a 2D precision side-scrolling puzzle platformer. Use the magic of light to explore hidden worlds, solve challenging puzzles, and defeat deadly beasts in this award-winning atmospheric action-adventure game.
- 2

Chloe the Cat
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Jump, swipe, and pounce your way through this colorful platforming adventure as Chloe the Cat! Explore each nook and cranny for food and secrets while leaping past danger around every corner.
- 3

Guns N' Runs
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Guns N’ Runs is a stylish platform game, action and shooter, containing super specials and Dash mechanics at a fast-pace. Unlock hundreds of meticulous challenges and battle bosses. All of this with an immersive soundtrack and an individual narrative for each of the 8 characters.
- 4

The Simp - 舔狗
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
A super super hardcore puzzle horror game. The player needs to carefully observe the interactive items in the scene and deduce how to crack them. Wisdom, patience, operation and courage are indispensable! Are you ready to embark on the difficult but self-inspiring road of simp for your loved ones?
- 5

DERE Vengeance
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
A meta-horror story about a haunted platformer game. Handcrafted pixel art, ghosts, and thrilling platforming await!
- 6

Roxy Raccoon 2: Topsy-Turvy
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Roxy Raccoon 2: Topsy-Turvy is a Tilt Maze/Labyrinth style like no other. Play through the next chapter in the Roxy Raccoon Saga, compete in various game modes and customize & create your own levels, then share them with the world!
- 7

Vylan
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Help Vylan on his journey to regain his lost memories in this Tile-Based platformer. Take on 100 levels in this platformer that flips the genre on its head.
- 8

Parkour Legends
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Complete time-trial courses in this fast-paced side-scrolling parkour platformer. Gain speed boosts and build momentum as you vault over obstacles, slide under objects, run on walls, and rebound over impossible gaps. Collect hard-to-reach gear. Style your runner. Climb leaderboards. Become a legend!
- 9

Portal
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
Portal™ is a new single player game from Valve. Set in the mysterious Aperture Science Laboratories, Portal has been called one of the most innovative new games on the horizon and will offer gamers hours of unique gameplay.
- 10

hocus
Single-player alternative to THE IMPOSSIBLE — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with THE IMPOSSIBLE.
perspective illusion puzzle based on M.C. Escher drawings and impossible shapes