Single-player games like The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
Below are 24 single-player Steam games similar to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog, 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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Dead Wrong Detective
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
Self-proclaimed genius detective Nanko and her assistant tackle 23 cases in this comedy detective ADV. Find clues, shout "The culprit is YOU!" — and get it wrong. Every. Single. Time. The world's worst detective begins her investigation. Skill issue? No. It's a feature.
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The Spirit Weaver
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
The Spirit Weaver is a narrative-driven visual novel where you use the power of Tarot to guide lost spirits through their grief, and maybe figure out your own. Explore a mystical spirit realm, help its denizens, and restore balance in a bittersweet story of love, loss, and empathy.
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Arcane Investigations
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
It's after midnight on the Quartzway Express, and there's been a MAGICAL CRIME! Investigate the crime scene, question suspects, and defend the accused through unique cross-examination puzzles in this "Phoenix Wright" inspired mystery comedy.
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Gong GO Girl
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
A gentle visual novel that has fun with beautiful girls and no one needs to get hurt.
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Arthur & Susan: Almost Detectives
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
Arthur and Susan, two inseparable friends solving mysteries together. Fun and cozy indie point&click. Don't miss it!
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The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
Delouse your room with sage and pack up your travel-sized ouija board, it’s time to re-enter Twin Lakes - America’s 34th most haunted city. Join Detective McQueen as he puzzles his way through 9 chilling cases, risking life and pixelated limb to solve the macabre mysteries that plague the poor town.
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Graces: Posthumous Wish
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
Aki is haunted by a curse. In search of salvation, she travels into the memories of a dead classmate, where she must witness three eerie mystical stories and figure out how to break the shackles of misfortune.
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Mutropolis
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
MUTROPOLIS is a lovely sci-fi adventure set on the abandoned Planet Earth. Play as Henry Dijon (hero, nerd, detective) in search of a legendary lost city. Uncover weird ancient artifacts. And PLEASE don’t get obliterated by an ageless evil. You’ve been warned.
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Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Investigate murders, search for clues and talk to your classmates to prepare for trial. There, you'll engage in deadly wordplay, going back and forth with suspects. Dissect their statements and fire their words back at them to expose their lies! There's only one way to survive—pull the trigger.
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The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.
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Freedom Planet
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.
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DOOM Eternal
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.
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Titanfall® 2
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.
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Mirror's Edge™
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
In a city where information is heavily monitored, couriers called Runners transport sensitive data. In this seemingly utopian paradise, a crime has been committed, & you are being hunted. You are a Runner called Faith and this innovative first-person action-adventure is your story.
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Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst raises the action-adventure bar through fluid, first person action and immerses players in Faith's story as she fights for freedom.
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Zero-K
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Simulation with The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog.
With 100+ truly unique units, Zero-K is an RTS of freedom and creativity, tempered by a decade of refinement. Sculpt land into a castle and throw invaders off it with a Jugglenaut. Explore a massive campaign, solo or co-op. Hop online for epic 32 player battles or fast paced 1v1, on 100s of maps.
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Sonic Adventure 2
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!
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Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA Mega Mix+
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Take center stage in Hatsune Miku’s premier rhythm game starring the world’s #1 virtual pop star! With a stunner setlist and enormous wardrobe to style, it’s Miku’s ultimate tour—all it needs is you.
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Sonic Adventure DX
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.
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Valkyria Chronicles™
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!
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Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
A Continent Engulfed in the Bitter Flames of War! Commander Claude Wallace and his childhood friends set out to fight in a desperate war, but bone-chilling blizzards, waves of imperial soldiers, and the godlike powers of the Valkyria stand between them and victory.
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SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The iconic SHINOBI returns in an all-new 2D action platformer with a unique hand-drawn look created by the team behind the hit brawler Streets of Rage 4.
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SONIC SUPERSTARS
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Adventure through the mystical Northstar Islands in this all-new take on classic 2D Sonic high-speed action platforming.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I
Single-player alternative to The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles™ left off. Dr.