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Single-player games like Bad cat Sam

Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Bad cat Sam, 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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    POWER OFF 1 — Steam game cover

    POWER OFF 1

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Play as Sparky, a tiny living spark trying to keep a dying machine world alive one last time. Solve gear-puzzles, outsmart broken machines, and when things get desperate- strap a gun-bug to your head and fight your way through the Engine's final, furious heartbeat.

    2027ActionIndieAdventureSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Living Shadows — Steam game cover

    Living Shadows

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    In Living Shadows, explore a dystopian future where humans and shadows have been separated. Solve puzzles, face challenges, and dive into a deep narrative as you uncover hidden secrets in a dark world.

    2025ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Kapow Pets — Steam game cover

    Kapow Pets

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Bad cat Sam.

    Play Kapow Pets using physics-based blasts to strategically move your pet through a variety of levels full of dangerous traps and hazards. Collect treats and treasure! Unlock new pets to complete the ultimate collection of Kapow Pets!

    2023StrategyIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Red Fox and the Four Seasons — Steam game cover

    Red Fox and the Four Seasons

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Embark on an enchanting adventure as Fox, exploring vibrant worlds of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Jump, double jump, and overcome challenging obstacles in this captivating 2D platformer with stunning graphics. Skillfully navigate with just two buttons and uncover the secrets that lie within.

    2026ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tightrope Theatre — Steam game cover

    Tightrope Theatre

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Tightrope Theatre is now hiring daredevils! Hop on a shaky unicycle and complete increasingly dangerous tightrope acts! Do you have what it takes to become a superstar?

    2022ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fire and Water: Spirits of the Forest — Steam game cover

    Fire and Water: Spirits of the Forest

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Embark on this two-player adventure in a colorful world to forge a strong bond with your friend, partner, or family. Overcome challenging puzzles. Unleash your unique playstyle using the diverse abilities of Fire, Water, and 5 other forest spirits.

    2026ActionIndieAdventureSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Camino — Steam game cover

    Camino

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Camino is a 2D side-scrolling stealth game that challenges players to carefully manage resources and use their environment to fight for their loved ones and survive the onslaught of colonization.

    2026ActionIndieAdventureFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Thank Goodness You're Here! — Steam game cover

    Thank Goodness You're Here!

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs…

    2024IndieAdventureCasual19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Whiskey.Mafia. Leo's Family — Steam game cover

    Whiskey.Mafia. Leo's Family

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    1920 year. New York. City of high hopes and broken dreams, friends and traitors. Can a humble guy Christopher, the son of a port worker, make his American dream come true?

    2020ActionIndieAdventure1.19 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Men against Lizards — Steam game cover

    Men against Lizards

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    A game in which you really look like the main character!

    2024Adventure1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Pranky Cat — Steam game cover

    Pranky Cat

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Bad cat Sam.

    "Pranky cat" - a fun arcade game. The main character is a teenage cat, he likes to play adults!He secretly sneaks into various institutions and makes cute pranks, irritating local workers.

    2018SportsStrategyIndie1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Game club "Waka-Waka" — Steam game cover

    Game club "Waka-Waka"

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Bad cat Sam.

    Game Club "Waka Waka" [/] - computer club simulator!

    2019SportsStrategyIndie1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Bad Cat — Steam game cover

    Bad Cat

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    There are many different burgers in the world: a bacon burger, a chicken burger, a royal burger. But there is also a cat named Burger, and this guy is definitely too tough for you.

    2022IndieAdventureCasual1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mr.Brocco & Co — Steam game cover

    Mr.Brocco & Co

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Mr. Brocco & Co is a classic 2D platform game set in a fantasy world where junk food is trying to take over! Choose one of two characters (Mr. Broccoli or Super Asparagus) to save the city!

    2022IndieAdventure1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Carlos the Taco — Steam game cover

    Carlos the Taco

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    Buenos dias dear Amigo! My name is Taco Carlos and I need your help!Some Gringo, kidnapped my bride right from the wedding! Only you can track them down and bring back my beloved!

    2023IndieAdventure0.59 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Brave Little Cloud — Steam game cover

    The Brave Little Cloud

    Single-player alternative to Bad cat Sam — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Bad cat Sam.

    In the game you will become the main character - a little cloud that fights against evil to protect its world!

    2023IndieAdventure1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →