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Single-player games like Spider

Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to Spider, 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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    Slime's Journey — Steam game cover

    Slime's Journey

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

    “Slime's Journey” is a 2D platformer where players guide a slime through varied levels, facing challenges from quick reflexes to puzzles. New mechanics unlock as the game progresses, keeping the experience engaging and immersive.

    2024StrategyIndieCasual0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Cast — Steam game cover

    Cast

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

    In a small projection, trapped within a cage. Keys and destination lie scattered, to the west and east. High walls are easy to climb, spikes hard to evade. Switching from three dimensions to two, a path is found unobstructed.

    2023StrategyIndieCasual0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Piece by Piece — Steam game cover

    Piece by Piece

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

    Piece by Piece is a literal puzzle platformer where each level is fragmented into puzzle pieces. Clear each puzzle by connecting and unconnecting each piece to make your way through each of our 100 handcrafted levels. Discover new themes and mechanics along the way!

    2026StrategyIndieCasual12.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
  4. 4
    Jelly Express — Steam game cover

    Jelly Express

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

    Welcome to Jelly Express - the physics-based co-op game that's as cute as it is fun! Transform into wibbly-wobbly jellies, tackle all obstacles to get those packages delivered! Do it alone, or have a partner to help you out! Stretch, jump and wiggle your way to victory.

    2023StrategyIndieAdventure6.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Blocks That Matter — Steam game cover

    Blocks That Matter

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

    When indie game developers Alexey and Markus are in trouble, their only hope comes from their creation.

    2011StrategyIndieAdventure4.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Moonleap — Steam game cover

    Moonleap

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

    Explore a world full of mysteries that transform with each jump! Moonleap is a game about a moon boy on his journey to recover shooting stars. Change day to night with your jump and catch all the stars in this challenging puzzle-platformer!

    2023ActionStrategyIndie8.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Drill Bird — Steam game cover

    Drill Bird

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

    Drill Bird is a cozy-yet-tense digging platformer where every trip underground counts. Play as a bird fallen from the sky, in search for powerful ores to hatch your Egg. Get home before night falls, upgrade abilities, grow stronger, and unfold a sincere bird story about survival, care and purpose.

    2025ActionStrategyIndie2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
  8. 8
    Braid — Steam game cover

    Braid

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

    This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

    2009StrategyIndieCasual14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
  9. 9
    cat and rat — Steam game cover

    cat and rat

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

    一款双人欢乐追逐游戏

    2022StrategyIndieRPG0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
  10. 10
    Heart — Steam game cover

    Heart

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

    "Heart" is a rhythm defense game where players protect the heart of love. Using precise reactions and rhythm, they wield a sword to fend off attacks synced to musical beats from all directions. Evade or counteract each attack in time with the rhythm, testing reaction speed and rhythm sense.

    2024StrategyIndieCasual0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Spider Caro — Steam game cover

    Spider Caro

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

    "Spider Carlo" is a thrilling 2D platform strategy game. Navigate obstacles and traps as an experimental spider, escape the lab, and explore the perilous human world. Uncover mysteries, crafting your legend with wit and bravery.

    2024ActionStrategyIndie1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →