Single-player games like Riftswarm
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Riftswarm, 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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I'm No Demonlord
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Riftswarm.
"I'm No Demonlord" is a Roguelike shooter bullet hell game. High freedom in mechanics leads to unique playthroughs. As a demon-possessed hero, battle enemies, grow, and unveil dark schemes. Can he accept his new role? Save "kinds" or destroy "outsiders"? Good or evil? The choice is yours.
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Shardbreakers
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Riftswarm.
Start with a spell. Build a storm. Combine magical shards into a spell engine that turns one hit into a barrage, then unleash it on hordes and bosses. An action roguelite where you don't find combos - you design them.
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Mighty Loot
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Riftswarm.
Mighty Loot is an Online Co-op Action Roguelike where you aim to reach the top of the Hero Leaderboard. Overcome relentless hordes and shifting challenges by crafting and reshaping exclusive skills on the fly, instantly adapting to any situation or weather condition standing between you and victory.
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PuppetOFF
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Riftswarm.
PuppetOFF — a co-op (1–4 players) survivors-roguelite where the puppet theater stage turns into a battlefield. Play as heroes inspired by classic tales, upgrade your abilities, and mow down thousands of crazed puppets. Collect buttons and spare parts to make it through the show alive.
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Where Giants Fall
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Riftswarm.
Survive procedural fantasy biomes in a 3D top-down bullet-heaven action roguelite with survivors-like build growth. Upgrade auto-fire weapons, earn and upgrade active abilities, unlock level-10 ultimates, defeat bosses, and push into Endless Mode.
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GrindFall
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Riftswarm.
A thrilling Co-op Action Roguelite for 1-4 players! Play as mischievous ghosts, create insane weapon synergies, catch humans, and turn them into pumpkins. Deliver your harvest to the crypt, expand the map, and unleash vibrant chaos in this Bullet Heaven!
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Slimies
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Riftswarm.
Slimies is a top-down action roguelike where you evolve and absorb waves of enemies, growing stronger after each round. Craft your own playstyle by unlocking slimes and items to make a unique build each run.
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Raiders Of Below
Single-player alternative to Riftswarm — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Riftswarm.
Create absurd builds, discover powerful item synergies, discover secrets, challenge the dungeon alone or with up to 4 players.