Single-player games like Axial Rift
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Axial Rift, 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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Aptacris : Dipolos Anomalia
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
Aptacris: Dipolos Anomalia is a puzzle adventure game set in a solarpunk dystopian world where memories become puzzle worlds. Switch between two perception states to reveal hidden paths, overcome shifting obstacles, and solve puzzles. Play as Ai'Lynn, searching for a fragment within her own mind.
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Rikua
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
A cyberpunk roguelite game blended with three mechanics: 3D isometric combat, third-person shooting, and fast paced action platformer. Enter the missions, erradicate the rogue androids, build yourself stronger, find the truth in this Mechanical War between the humans and the metal.
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SOONA
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
You are the last hope for the remaining people on earth, a master creation filled with memories of a past life. You must end her rage and suffering before it's too late.
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Robot City: Delivery
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Axial Rift.
Take control of the world's most popular delivery robot! Race through the neon city, collect packages, use boosts and hearts, avoid bombs and obstacles, and unlock new levels. Can you deliver all the packages and become the best courier?
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Gunborg: Dark Matters
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
Harness the power of dark energy as you jump, slash, shoot and bombard your way through an army of alien soldiers and killer robots in an arcade style, twin-stick shooter with a slick 80's synthwave soundtrack.
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OOLO
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Axial Rift.
OOLO is a modern take on the classic isometric adventure. Embark on a non-linear journey across mysterious forests, haunted catacombs, and magical factories. Solve puzzles to collect keys and discover upgrades that change the way you explore this lush fantasy world.
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Sky Paws Awakening
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
Swap between twin cadets Bonnie and Clyde in a handcrafted 16-bit action-adventure made with heart, inspired by retro classics. Master the Twin Tag System, battle monstrous hordes and begin their journey into legend.
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The Big Dam Adventure
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
Your tail is your sword, your shield, and a few other things in this cute and creepy Beavervania. Explore a dark world and acquire new abilities as you battle enemies, make friends, and rescue members of your beaver colony in this soulslike metroidvania that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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BlastZone 2
Single-player alternative to Axial Rift — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Axial Rift.
BlastZone 2 is a fast paced side scrolling shooter that combines 2D and 3D gameplay elements with a shifting camera. Play solo or join up with a friend locally or online to battle the alien forces! There are many game modes, ship types, and difficulty levels, find your favorite combination!