Single-player games like the Shadow of Swallow
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to the Shadow of Swallow, 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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NINJA KAMUI: SHINOBI ORIGINS
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with the Shadow of Swallow.
A thrilling ninja action game based on the hit original anime “NINJA KAMUI”
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Shing!
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with the Shadow of Swallow.
Experience the most exciting and immersive beat-em-up combat system ever – become a kickass ninja and slice some demons in style!
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The Ape Tales: An Epic Adventure Game
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with the Shadow of Swallow.
Experience an epic 2D adventure game by becoming the legendary ape who is the last hope for innocent animals. Traverse through diverse realms and eras, encountering evil that threatens your species. Prepare for the unexpected as each location unveils unique enemies and challenges that you will face.
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Swordian Hero
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with the Shadow of Swallow.
Use swords and magic to defeat monsters! A refreshing action game!
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Armed with Wings: Rearmed
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with the Shadow of Swallow.
You are the sword; cut down your foes with steel and thunder. You are the wings; explore the skies and uncover unreachable mysteries. Embark on a journey through a vicious world ruled by darkness and imperial tyranny - the lands of Blackmist.
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Sclash
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with the Shadow of Swallow.
Sclash is a plug’n play 2D samurai fighting game full of tension where one hit is enough to kill. Play as a hand-drawn samurai in beautiful painted settings and fight your opponent in epic solemn duels where each move matters. Manage well your stamina, breath and take your time to land a deadly hit.
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Sword of Destiny
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with the Shadow of Swallow.
Fight to restore the peace and justice in the world by thwarting the treacherous plans of the King, who turns the innocent into mindless skeletons to conquer the world.
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Seen
Single-player alternative to the Shadow of Swallow — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with the Shadow of Swallow.
A lonely kid desperately tries to escape his dark world.