Single-player games like Deathsmiles I・II
Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Deathsmiles I・II, 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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Deathsmiles
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
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Like Dreamer
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
A pop and cute bullet-hell shooting game from Cosmo Dreamer "Outside". Both beginners and experts can enjoy speedy and active playing.
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CosmoDreamer
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
From the popular free game "Outside" comes a dreamy and cute barrage shmups. The visuals are colorful, cute and fantastic, and the game features active gameplay.
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DRAINUS
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
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DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.
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DoDonPachi Resurrection
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
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UNDER DEFEAT
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
My steed rides, a celestial iron cavalryman soaring through the heavens. The swirling assault shooting that shakes the battlefield returns once more.
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Deathwish Enforcers Special Edition
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!
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Mushihimesama
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
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STRIKERS 1945
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
The vertical scrolling shooter game released in the arcade by "Psikyo". You can set the difficulty level, controls, screen orientation, etc. In addition, online rankings have been implemented! Aim to be the world's best Striker!
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STRIKERS 1945 II
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Easy to play, hard to master. This is one of the most iconic arcade shooter of the 90s, released by Psikyo. It comes back with many customizable options and online rankings!
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TENGAI
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Miko-san and ninja girl blast away! The best of eccentric Japanese-style shooter is here! With online rankings!
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STRIKERS 1945 III
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Here's a challenge from 90's arcades! The ultimate Psikyo shooter! With online rankings.
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Psyvariar Delta
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Thrive on Danger: Master the 'Buzz' to transform peril into pure power. Graze the edge of destruction to fuel your evolution. Harness the fleeting invincibility of each level-up to dive even deeper into the barrage.
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Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle + Hell
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
"Ninja JaJaMaru : The Great Yokai Battle + Hell" est un jeu d'action en 2D. Il s'agit de la dernière interaction de la série Ninja JaJaMaru qui introduit de nouveaux contrôles et de nouvelles mécaniques de jeu dans la série.
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GUNBIRD
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
"Marion" the little great wizard in the steampunk world. The masterpiece of the "Psikyo Shooting"! Online rankings are available.