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Single-player games like Indies' Lies

Below are 12 single-player Steam games similar to Indies' Lies, 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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    Gordian Quest — Steam game cover

    Gordian Quest

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

    2022StrategyIndieAdventure6.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Knock on the Coffin Lid — Steam game cover

    Knock on the Coffin Lid

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    Investigate your own death, find ways to break free from a time loop, choose a hero who will ascend to the throne and rule the Northern gate! The fates of whole nations of the land of Midian depend on your choices.

    2024StrategyIndieAdventure16.24 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Pirates Outlaws — Steam game cover

    Pirates Outlaws

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Indies' Lies.

    Pirates Outlaws is a roguelike card game in which you navigate dangerous seas and challenge their masters. Your expedition will be full of ambushes and will not be easy. Build your deck and combos to become a reputed pirate.

    2020StrategyIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Across the Obelisk — Steam game cover

    Across the Obelisk

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk!

    2022StrategyIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Roguebook — Steam game cover

    Roguebook

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    Embrace the challenge of a roguelike deckbuilder with unique mechanics from the developers of Faeria and Richard Garfield, creator of Magic: The Gathering™. Build a team of two heroes, unleash powerful combos and defeat the legends of the Roguebook!

    2021StrategyIndieAdventure24.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Castle Morihisa — Steam game cover

    Castle Morihisa

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Indies' Lies.

    "Castle Morihisa" is a roguelike featuring strategic deckbuilder. You need to build up your deck through constant battles, acquire powerful talents, and wield the power of the Fallen Heroes to unveil the truth behind the rebellion in Castle Morihisa.

    2022StrategyIndie1.49 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Yao-Guai Hunter — Steam game cover

    Yao-Guai Hunter

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    Yao-Guai Hunter is a Wuxia roguelike deck-building game. In a world where Yao-Guai roam free, player battles with various evil beings, collecting cards and learn inner skills. Encountering various adventures in the martial world.

    2025StrategyIndieRPG16.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ancient Gods — Steam game cover

    Ancient Gods

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    Ancient Gods is a fusion of hero collector and deck-building rogue-lite where you collect your character, fight, and experience exciting events. Any character can use all the cards, combine them with the character's passive for ultimate power on your exploration.

    2022StrategyRPG19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Slay the Spire — Steam game cover

    Slay the Spire

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Indies' Lies.

    We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

    2019StrategyIndie6.24 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Monster Train — Steam game cover

    Monster Train

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Indies' Lies.

    Monster Train is a strategic roguelike deck building game with a twist. Set on a train to hell, you’ll use tactical decision making to defend multiple vertical battlegrounds. With real time competitive multiplayer and endless replayability, Monster Train is always on time.

    2020Strategy4.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Slay the Spire 2 — Steam game cover

    Slay the Spire 2

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Indies' Lies.

    The iconic roguelike deckbuilder returns. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, and discover relics of immense power in Slay the Spire 2!

    2026StrategyIndieEarly Access24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Indies' Lies 2: Fire Seed — Steam game cover

    Indies' Lies 2: Fire Seed

    Single-player alternative to Indies' Lies — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and RPG with Indies' Lies.

    Indies' Lies 2: Fire Seed​​ is a top-down 2D roguelite tactics game. Command three heroes in chess-like battles, forging legends through terrain strategy, skill combos, and ever-evolving rogue builds on a dynamic battlefield.

    2025StrategyIndieAdventure11.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →