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Single-player games like Sonic CD

Below are 17 single-player Steam games similar to Sonic CD, 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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    Sonic Generations Collection — Steam game cover

    Sonic Generations Collection

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!

    2011ActionDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Comit Legends — Steam game cover

    Comit Legends

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Comit Legends is a remake of the first five Comit games, built from the ground up with a new engine. Replay Comit's fight against the evil space pirate Krater and the universe conquering leader of the Star Knights, Cosmo Knight.

    2023ActionIndieCasual0.79 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    L8R SK8R — Steam game cover

    L8R SK8R

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    L8R SK8R is a 3D platformer inspired by the classics of the fifth generation but with a unique twist that will make you feel like a speedrunner.

    2026ActionIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sonic Adventure DX — Steam game cover

    Sonic Adventure DX

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.

    20113.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Kaze and the Wild Masks — Steam game cover

    Kaze and the Wild Masks

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    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.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    SEGA Mega Drive and Genesis Classics — Steam game cover

    SEGA Mega Drive and Genesis Classics

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    SEGA’s collection of Mega Drive & Genesis Classics comes to a new generation, now updated with even more features: online multiplayer, achievements, mirror mode, rewind, save states, VR and more! Over 50 classic games in one great package. Get into the classics!

    2010ActionAdventureRPGDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mega Man Legacy Collection — Steam game cover

    Mega Man Legacy Collection

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.

    2015Action14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Day of the Tentacle Remastered — Steam game cover

    Day of the Tentacle Remastered

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.

    2016Adventure14.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sonic Origins — Steam game cover

    Sonic Origins

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Experience the collected adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Origins Plus! With 16 legendary Sonic titles, including 12 Game Gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind-the-scenes content, and more, this is the definitive way to play these classic games!

    2022ActionAdventureCasual8.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sonic Adventure 2 — Steam game cover

    Sonic Adventure 2

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!

    2012Action4.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Titanfall® 2 — Steam game cover

    Titanfall® 2

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.

    2020Action4.49 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mirror's Edge™ — Steam game cover

    Mirror's Edge™

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    In a city where information is heavily monitored, couriers called Runners transport sensitive data. In this seemingly utopian paradise, a crime has been committed, & you are being hunted. You are a Runner called Faith and this innovative first-person action-adventure is your story.

    2009ActionAdventure6.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — Steam game cover

    The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    DOOM Eternal — Steam game cover

    DOOM Eternal

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.

    2020Action39.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Ghostrunner — Steam game cover

    Ghostrunner

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.

    2020Action19.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Freedom Planet — Steam game cover

    Freedom Planet

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

    2014ActionIndie14.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Jet Set Radio — Steam game cover

    Jet Set Radio

    Single-player alternative to Sonic CD — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Tag, grind, and trick to the beat in SEGA’s hit game Jet Set Radio!

    2012ActionDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →