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Single-player games like ROB

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to ROB, 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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    BlassHole — Steam game cover

    BlassHole

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with ROB.

    A space action, looting and ship progression game first made over 25 years ago while I was studying programming, now remade: explore systems, fight, collect loot and upgrade your ship module by module.

    2026ActionIndieSimulation1.59 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Space Shooter - Tryü Sora — Steam game cover

    Space Shooter - Tryü Sora

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with ROB.

    A vertical-scrolling space shooter, and a love letter to classic arcade space shooters, Tryü Sora blends retro charm with modern gameplay. Master a handcrafted campaign, explore secrets, and dominate fast-paced modes in this addictive space adventure!

    2025ActionIndieCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  3. 3
    Raiden Legacy - Steam Edition — Steam game cover

    Raiden Legacy - Steam Edition

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with ROB.

    Originally created by Seibu Kaihatsu, Raiden series comes back with a four-title compilation of these classic scrolling arcade shooter games we enjoyed being challenged with back in the days.

    2015Action9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    ASTRO ACE — Steam game cover

    ASTRO ACE

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with ROB.

    ASTRO ACE is a retro-style addictive arcade space shooter. From the distant universe, an evil alien fleet is invading the solar system. You will have to ride a powerful spaceship and fight against endless waves of enemies.

    2021ActionIndieCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Space War: Infinity — Steam game cover

    Space War: Infinity

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with ROB.

    Vertical semi-procedural shmup with upgrades, real-time enemy waves, and infinite replayability. Level up your ship, unlock 20+ weapons, defeat 5 bosses, and survive endless bullet-hell combat.

    2019ActionIndieCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Blast Rush LS — Steam game cover

    Blast Rush LS

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with ROB.

    Ever played a difficult shmup wishing for just one more bomb? Blast to your heart’s content in Blast Rush LS, a fresh explosive experience with infinite bombs, other powerful abilities, and extra challenges that demand more than just big booms. Escaping an exploding mothership isn't easy, after all!

    2025ActionIndieCasual9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sky Force Reloaded — Steam game cover

    Sky Force Reloaded

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with ROB.

    Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

    2017ActionIndie9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    LUFTRAUSERS — Steam game cover

    LUFTRAUSERS

    Single-player alternative to ROB — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with ROB.

    The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

    2014ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →