Single-player games like PAIN
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to PAIN, 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
- 1
SnakeLaw Island
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
SnakeLaw Island is a quirky platformer filled with devious levels, loads of boss fights, and a beautiful soundtrack! Navigate a sprawling world of glaciers, deserts and forests as you meet the lovable cast of characters in this world locked in conflict.
- 2
Chloe the Cat
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
Jump, swipe, and pounce your way through this colorful platforming adventure as Chloe the Cat! Explore each nook and cranny for food and secrets while leaping past danger around every corner.
- 3
Gimmick! 2
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
Embark on a sparkling journey in this long-awaited sequel to SUNSOFT’s legendary 8-bit platformer Gimmick! Solve puzzles, trick enemies, and explore a physics-based playground. Yumetaro is back!
- 4
Aureole - Wings of Hope
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
At sonic speeds, Aureole - Wings of Hope takes platforming to the literal skies! Join Ramila and Ryleth on their crusade to reclaim their home from demonic forces in this unique physics-based side-scrolling game.
- 5
Kaze and the Wild Masks
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.
- 6
RITE
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.
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Downwell
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.
- 8
Disc Room
Single-player alternative to PAIN — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with PAIN.
Are you ready to get sliced in half? The year is 2089 and a giant disc has appeared in orbit of Jupiter. Step into the oversized space suit of a brave scientist and explore this sprawling intergalactic slaughterhouse.