Single-player games like Centipede: Recharged
Below are 18 single-player Steam games similar to Centipede: Recharged, 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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Breakout: Recharged
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
The original brick breaker returns with its toughest challenge yet. Survive as long as you can in arcade or take on one of 50 challenges picking up game-changing power-ups along the way.
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Asteroids: Recharged
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
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Yars: Recharged
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Shoot from affar or get nibble away up-close and personal in a boss-rush, bullet-dodging revival of the 1982 Atari classic title, Yars' Revenge. Take on 60 unique enemy encounters alone or with a friend in local co-op.
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Mega City Force
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Retrowave Action Roguelike featuring tough agents battling crime to the electrifying music of artists like Droid Bishop, Timecop1983, and more! Choose your agent and dive into hardcore action against enemies and bosses, utilizing a vast arsenal and special abilities that will define your playstyle
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Sky Force Reloaded
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
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.
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HUNTDOWN
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.
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Waves
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!
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Chippy
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Chip destructible bosses apart pixel-by-pixel in this twin-stick bullet-hell shooter.
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Job Joust
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Dunk and bump your friends in this 6-Players physics party game with wacky characters. Become a levitating Doctor or an exploding policeman with cumulative perks and show your friends what’s the best job!
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Crystal's Castle
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
2-D Pixel art retro platformer
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Bit Blaster XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!
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Orbt XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Defy gravity in Orbt XL! A fast-paced, addictive, 'just-one-more-round' arcade score chaser. Stay in orbit, dodge obstacles, and rack up points, the closer you are to the black hole, the higher your score! Easy to learn, tough to master, and perfect for quick play sessions while waiting in queue.
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Ding Dong XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
A fast-paced, neon-infused arcade game with simple one-button controls! Addictive, easy to learn, and perfect for quick sessions. Challenge yourself to beat your high score while waiting in queue for another game!
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Super Bit Blaster XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
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Diamo XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Diamo XL is a fast-paced, addictive, and challenging arcade score chaser. Dodge obstacles, rack up high scores, and master precise movement. Easy to learn but tough to master, it's perfect for quick sessions or leaderboard dominance. Play while waiting in queue or push for endless high-score glory!
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Bing Bong XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Bing Bong XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Dodge obstacles, collect points, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!
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Poosh XL
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Poosh XL is a neon-infused, one-button arcade score chaser where precision and timing are everything. Launch yourself past obstacles, collect powerups, and climb the leaderboards in this fast-paced, endlessly challenging game. Simple to learn, hard to master, perfect for quick, addictive gameplay!
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Missile Command: Recharged (2020)
Single-player alternative to Centipede: Recharged — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Centipede: Recharged.
Fire missiles to protect your bases! A classic arcade game's back and recharged!