Single-player games like Jack the Nipper
Below are 15 single-player Steam games similar to Jack the Nipper, 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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Jack the Nipper II (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Jack the Nipper.
In this cheeky platformer sequel from 1987, jump, climb, swing and toddle through the jungle, picking up useful items and dodging fearsome enemies, all in an attempt to be as naughty as possible! Contains the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
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Auf Wiedersehen Monty (CPC/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
In this classic platformer from 1987, take on the role of noted small subterranean mammal criminal Monty Mole, fleeing across Europe from the forces of Intermole. Can you collect enough cash to buy an island paradise and live in luxury?
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Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!
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Total Party Kill
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
Your party enters a deep and dark dungeon… but sacrifices must be made! Control 3 different heroes and use their special abilities to solve tricky puzzles by sacrificing your teammates!
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Below The Ocean
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
Dive into the world 'Below the Ocean'! Master thrilling moves like tether-swinging, bubble-jumping, bungee-bouncing, and sling-shot in a mesmerizing underwater adventure. Solve intriguing puzzles and seek hidden treasures. Are you ready to embark on this unforgettable journey?
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UnMetal
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
UnMetal is a 2D stealth action-adventure that pays homage to the classics with a healthy dose of humor and satire. You play as Jesse Fox, who is definitely NOT an elite commando, under arrest for a crime he didn't commit, and must escape a covert military base using his wits and fists.
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Tiny Thor
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
Jump into this challenging retro platformer! Play as Thor, use his mighty hammer and unique items to explore the Northern Realms. Beware of mythical creatures blocking your path to become a god!
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Kung Fury: Street Rage - Ultimate Edition
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
The original epic introduction to the eternal KUNG FURY beat ‘em up saga. New stages, and the Hackademy. Both THE ARCADE STRIKES BACK and the A DAY AT THE BEACH campaign.
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Wanted! Monty Mole
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
In this classic platformer from 1984, take on the role of Monty Mole and grab as much coal as you can from the South Yorkshire coal pit, for a long, cold winter and a bone chilling Christmas lies ahead. Avoid flying pickets, carnivorous fish, deadly hairsprays, and a host of other surreal hazards.
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Monty on the Run (CPC/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Jack the Nipper.
In this classic platformer from 1985, take on the role of noted small subterranean mammal criminal Monty Mole, recently escaped from Scudmore Prison and fleeing for his life! Can you make the cross-channel ferry in time?
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Bounder (CPC/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Jack the Nipper.
In this unique top-down platformer from 1985, as a living tennis ball bounce across dozens upon dozens of screens of tricky platforms suspended in the sky. Land on special tiles that produce a number of effects.
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Sam Stoat: Safebreaker
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Jack the Nipper.
In this fiendishly difficult 1985 platformer, take on the role of the malefactorous mustelid Sam Stoat as he attempts to steal precious diamonds. Collect a bomb and match, jump across some perilous platforms, and find and blow the safe to claim your prize!
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Moley Christmas
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Jack the Nipper.
In this festive platformer, originally released with copies of Your Sinclair magazine back in 1987, guide Monty Mole through a series of challenging levels, jumping, climbing, dodging bizarre enemies and collecting useful items, all in order to get the game itself out in time for Christmas!
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The Way of the Tiger (CPC/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Jack the Nipper.
In this beat-em-up from 1986, take on the role of Avenger, the ninja warrior, as he battles the forces of evil in defence of his faith and protection of the weak. Based on the popular series of fantasy adventure gamebooks.
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Percy the Potty Pigeon (C64/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Jack the Nipper — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Jack the Nipper.
In this side-scrolling egg-em-up, released in 1984, take on the role of Percy as he struggles to build a nest and feed his needy offspring. Contains both the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.