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Single-player games like Slordax: The Unknown Enemy

Below are 10 single-player Steam games similar to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy, 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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    Retro Classix: SRD - Super Real Darwin — Steam game cover

    Retro Classix: SRD - Super Real Darwin

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    Super Real Darwin is a fast-paced, vertical scrolling shoot-em-up that rewards skill and persistence – a cult classic for the retro shmup fan. Take control of a fighter ship capable of mutating into different shapes as it evolves while fighting off enemy invaders.

    2021ActionSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Space Defense — Steam game cover

    Space Defense

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    You and your space troop have a tough mission to defend Earth from an alien invasion in this epic space war. Will you be able to guide your troops to victory?

    2020ActionIndieCasual0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    REVO — Steam game cover

    REVO

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    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 →
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    Solaris - Arcade Edition — Steam game cover

    Solaris - Arcade Edition

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    You take control from a spaceship called DV-01 to towards on stages until reach the "Special Stage" that is endless! Shoot on enemies to earn more points this is the focus. Enjoy! This is the Arcade Version from "Solaris The Second Law".

    2025ActionIndie1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Timeloop Titans — Steam game cover

    Timeloop Titans

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    Timeloop Titans is a fast-paced space arcade shooter where you defend the breathtaking Planet Gaia from relentless alien invasions. Upgrade your ship, conquer challenges, and save humanity in this cosmic battle for survival!

    2025ActionStrategyIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Blast'N Bounty — Steam game cover

    Blast'N Bounty

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    Blast’N Bounty is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up featuring 8 stages players can tackle in the order of their choosing. Cruise through a crazy solar system in a mix of pixel art and low poly 3D with action that’s easy to learn but tough to master!

    ActionIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Always Surrender — Steam game cover

    Always Surrender

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...

    2024Action3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Karakia Shooter — Steam game cover

    Karakia Shooter

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    Fast Paced, Bullet Hell Retro Shooter! Shoot down enemies and dodge everything. Fight through 17 intense levels with 6 insane boss fights. Do you have what it takes to beat the game?

    2020Action0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Rescue Rover Collection — Steam game cover

    Rescue Rover Collection

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    This classic pair of whimsical and challenging grid-based action puzzle games are now available together in one package! Rescue your dog Rover from evil robots across two full games by solving fiendishly complex environmental puzzles to retrieve your beloved pup and make it safely back home.

    2021Action9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    ScubaVenture: The Search for Pirate's Treasure — Steam game cover

    ScubaVenture: The Search for Pirate's Treasure

    Single-player alternative to Slordax: The Unknown Enemy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Slordax: The Unknown Enemy.

    Scour the wreckage of a pirate ship in this colorful 2D side scrolling underwater action adventure! Fight off all manner of sea creatures and rival divers with your harpoon gun and bombs as you gather treasure but beware of ghastly pirate ghosts seeking to reclaim what was once theirs!

    2021ActionAdventure6.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →