Single-player games like Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC)
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC), 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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Black Magic (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
In this side-scrolling fantasy game, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone hero, fighting to defeat an evil warlock. Utilise a wide range of magical spells. Collect experience points to upgrade your character, until you are ready to face Zahgrim!
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Beholgar
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.
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Legacy of Kain: Ascendance
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
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Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.
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Guns of Fury
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
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Ghost Song
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
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Super Time Force Ultra
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
Super Time Force Ultra is an insane platformer filled with robots and dinosaurs and fun and time travel... sometimes all at the same time!
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ITORAH
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC).
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!
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Kikstart: Off-Road Simulator (C64/C128)
Single-player alternative to Hero of the Golden Talisman (C64/CPC) — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
In this tricky stunt motorcycle simulator, originally released in 1984 for the Commodore 64, race your motorcycle across a series of tricky courses. Single-player and 2-player modes available. Also includes the expanded Commodore 128 version.