Single-player games like Vnesis
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Vnesis, 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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Beyond the Storm
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
Be NEARLY vaporized, crushed, blown to pieces, flame broiled, and electrocuted using your incredible targeting skills and class 1 fancy flying to keep you alive in this SHMUP that brings back the essence of the classic arcade shmups!
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VALE
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
Fight your way to dominion over the universe in this Shoot Em Up game based on the book! On the planet Vale, known for its extreme cold and endless snowfields, the story follows young Talen Esko and his sister Salla, whose family, the Esko clan, is transferred to govern this icy world.
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Rasant
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
With your ship, face several exciting space battles, full of shots and powerful enemies. Customize your spaceship by making it more and more powerful and get ready for a space trip that will make your adrenaline skyrocket!
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Owl Force
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
Lead the legendary Owl Force and your wingmates on an epic journey defending the galaxy against the nefarious Darktail Order. Take on missions, upgrade your ship, and engage in heart-pounding battles to uncover the hidden secrets of the universe.
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Seren Nova
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
Retro 3D sci-fi action and cheesy FMV Cutscenes! Choose the best ship to complete each mission and take out the enemy across various planets.
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Space Defender
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
Space Defender is a top-down 2D arcade space shooter with some RPG elements.
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Dominus Solaris
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
In the year 2073, the Skolovan Empire attacked and subdued planet Earth. The rebels gathered technology from whatever they could to build a prototype ship, the Dominus Solaris. Now it's up to you, the ship's sole pilot, to fight and liberate the Earth from the usurpers.
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Aim in Space
Single-player alternative to Vnesis — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Vnesis.
Help defend Earth's space base from invading enemy aliens in this incredible game to train reaction and aiming skills. Use your entire arsenal of weapons to destroy enemies of various types. Stand up to protect the planet. Best of luck!