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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Bracer
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Grab a buddy and brace for chaos in this 3D Fantasy Shoot ‘Em Up (SHMUP). Face off against a twisted necromancer fueled by a cursed bracer and a bloodlust for destruction. Blast enemies, dodge projectiles, unlock upgrades, and customize your hero with unique weapons, skills, and skins.
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Akai Katana Shin
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.
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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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Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Hardcore yet cute Danmaku shooting makes a grand comeback!
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COTTOn Boomerang - Saturn Tribute
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
COTTOn Boomerang, the explosive and timeless witch girl shooting game, is finally back! There are team battles this time! Take full advantage of all the amplified action and push forward!
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COTTOn 2 - Saturn Tribute
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
Set in the Pumpkin Kingdom which has lost its national treasure—the "Bluewater Willow," this brain-stimulating action-shooter follows Cotton, a witch with the biggest appetite in the universe, and Appli, the most tomboyish girl in the royal family.
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Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!
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Project X: Light Years
Single-player alternative to Deathsmiles I・II — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Deathsmiles I・II.
The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.
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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.