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Single-player games like Wild world

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Wild world, 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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    XALADIA: Rise of the Space Pirates X2 — Steam game cover

    XALADIA: Rise of the Space Pirates X2

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Face cosmic threats in "XALADIA", the ultimate twin-stick shooter! Conquer the battlefield with stunning 3D graphics and evolving combat. Use missiles, lasers, barriers to decimate space pirates. Upgrade weapons, unleash a relentless barrage. Experience the real space warfare!

    2023ActionStrategyIndie17.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ultimate Protector — Steam game cover

    Ultimate Protector

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Tired of moving around without purposes? Come and protect the goddess with multiple combination of skills and elements. Discover and upgrade your weapon to super, even hyper! Play this game with a joy from both tower defense and rogue!

    2022StrategyIndieCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tower Tactics Arena — Steam game cover

    Tower Tactics Arena

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Tower Tactics Arena is a fast-paced action roguelite set in the Tower Tactics: Liberation universe. Battle relentless enemy waves in a closed combat arena, level up your towers strategically, and gather powerful trinkets and potions! Will you claim victory in the arena?

    2025Action4.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Zombie camping — Steam game cover

    Zombie camping

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Wild world.

    Zombie camping is a third person shooter based in a forest camping where zombies are coming in waves trying to kill you.

    2020ActionAdventureSimulation1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sidewalk Simulator — Steam game cover

    Sidewalk Simulator

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with Wild world.

    Sidewalk Simulator combines fast-paced shootout combat with a deep tower defense upgrade economy. Build, dodge, unlock, and fight to survive endless waves of 100+ unique enemies. Find balance between movement, power, and defense in each strange world you encounter.

    2024ActionStrategyIndie3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Skewer of Heroes: Bubble Survivors — Steam game cover

    Skewer of Heroes: Bubble Survivors

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Bubble Survivor is a hack-and-slash game that combines Roguelike elements with team-based gameplay. You will summon like-minded heroes to conquer challenges and defeat the malevolent slimes, restoring light to the world!

    2025ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    They Are Coming — Steam game cover

    They Are Coming

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Early Access with Wild world.

    They Are Coming is a hybrid game that combines roguelike, tower defense, and base building in a side-scrolling shooter format. It offers a straightforward gaming experience for pure enjoyment.

    2023ActionIndieEarly Access2.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tarot Spell — Steam game cover

    Tarot Spell

    Single-player alternative to Wild world — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    A fast-paced typing survival game where you learn Tarot cards and combine their meanings to create powerful spells.

    2026ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →