Single-player games like Nexus 5X
Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to Nexus 5X, 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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Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Nexus 5X.
Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer.
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Stellaris
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Nexus 5X.
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
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Eclipse - 2nd Dawn for the Galaxy
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Nexus 5X.
The galaxy, once peaceful after the Terran-Hegemony War, now faces rising tensions. The Galactic Council's efforts to maintain peace are failing as alliances shatter and secret treaties form. A confrontation looms—who will emerge victorious and rule the galaxy? Lead your people to victory!
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Scythe: Digital Edition
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Nexus 5X.
Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!
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Galactic Civilizations III
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Nexus 5X.
Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.
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Stars in Shadow
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Nexus 5X.
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
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Old World
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Simulation with Nexus 5X.
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
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ENDLESS™ Space - Definitive Edition
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Nexus 5X.
ENDLESS™ Space is a turn-based 4X strategy game, covering the space colonization age in the ENDLESS™ Universe, where you can control every aspect of your civilization as you strive for galactic domination.
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Master of Orion 2
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Nexus 5X.
Forge an empire in a universe where population growth is stripping away planetary resources. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge.
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Trials of Fire
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and RPG with Nexus 5X.
A Tactical, Deck-Building Roguelite. Choose 3 Heroes and adventure into a post-Cataclysmic wasteland. Engage enemies in a unique meld of card-play and tactical, positional combat. Level up and scavenge what you can to customise your decks and build a party to take on any challenge!
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Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
Single-player alternative to Nexus 5X — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Nexus 5X.
Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.