Single-player games like Mission 1985
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Mission 1985, 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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Astro Fighters
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission 1985.
Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.
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Twin Hawk
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission 1985.
Take on powerful tanks and battleships with the best use of your fighter in this military themed vertical arcade shoot ‘em up by Toaplan! Summon friendly fighter planes to avoid emergencies and increase firepower. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
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Eagles of World War 2
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission 1985.
A fantasy based arcade shooter set in World War 2 with frantic bullet hell shooter style gameplay and a bullet time slo motion mechanic. Take on the enemy forces solo or with a friend either in local co-op or online with STEAM's remote play together.
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Thunder Wolves
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Mission 1985.
When this “wolf pack” strikes, you hear the thunder roll. The Thunder Wolves attack from the air. They are mercenaries, and the best helicopter pilots in the world. Every one of them is ready for action at all times—and ready to fight evil, wherever it lurks.
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Gunslugs
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Mission 1985.
Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!
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Twin Cobra
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission 1985.
Blast battalions of tanks into smoking craters and conquer air and sea from the sky's fastest attack chopper! Toaplan's coin-op shooter Twin Cobra flies to PC with fresh features and quality-of-life updates!
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Guardian Force - Saturn Tribute
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission 1985.
The Guardians, a secret society wielding the power of the Force, have readied their tanks and intend on crushing the aspirations of the Hammerbolt Empire!
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Crimsonland
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Mission 1985.
Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.
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RISKY CHRONICLES and the curse of destiny
Single-player alternative to Mission 1985 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Mission 1985.
Embark on the role of Risky, our fearless adventurer, in an epic 2D and 3D adventure! Explore the enchanting worlds of this modern platform/adventure game.