Single-player games like Shadow of Scintilla
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Shadow of Scintilla, 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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Ember and Blade
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Shadow of Scintilla.
Become the immortal hunter and stand against the archdemon Asmodeus. Cut through bullet-hell swarms, clash with Souls-like bosses, and harness celestial blessings that reshape your powers each run. The demons are rising—raise your sword.
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Swordcery
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Scintilla.
A colossal blade has pierced the Earth, unleashing a storm of enchanted swords from the heavens. Collect and wield an arsenal of these spellbound blades, turning them against the very force that summoned them. In this roguelike ARPG, you will defy the Celestial evil consuming the world!
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One Last Raid
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Shadow of Scintilla.
A Horde Survival Game set in a fantasy world with ARPG-like controls featuring active abilities and item progression.
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The Final Flame
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Shadow of Scintilla.
Fight your way atop the Goddess' ever changing tower to stop the world's annihilation!
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Rogue Blight
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Scintilla.
Rogue Blight is a souls-like, rogue-lite, combat focused RPG. Fight your way through ever-changing maps. Customize your playstyle based on what you find. Meet other struggling heroes. Death will be punishing, but you will get stronger with every journey. Are you up for the challenge?
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Titans of the Past
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Scintilla.
A deep party-based RPG. Crawl dungeons. Battle monsters with your weapons, spells, abilities. Utilize the 'time flows as you move' system to make decisions. Loot, level up, craft, develop your town. Unlock new classes and races, spells, items - to make a party able survive the hardest challenges.
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Netherworld Covenant
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Scintilla.
In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.
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Night Swarm
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Scintilla — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Shadow of Scintilla.
Claim your throne as Vampire Lord in this survivors-like. Each run is another step on your journey with new followers, quests and skills to unlock. The night is yours to conquer.