Single-player games like Parsec lost in space
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Parsec lost in space, 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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Rocket Rush
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Rocket Rush is a fast-paced QTE rhythm climb where every launch is a fight for altitude. Hit precise prompts, survive hazards, build streaks, upgrade your rocket, and chase the leaderboard as you blast higher into the unknown.
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Chaos Brigade
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Chaos Brigade is a 2D arcade shooter where you control a team of six space exterminators and lead them in the ultimate space cleanse. Wipe out the enemies with your arsenal, but don't overdo or you'll risk destroying the spaceships you are meant to save!
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Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.
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Sniper Ships: Shoot'em Up on Rails
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Dodge bullets and click to destroy enemies with your sniper attack! This is a classic Shoot'em up mixed with Shooter on Rails mechanics! We challenge you to dodge all the shots and destroy all the enemies!
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Yaxi Taxi
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with Parsec lost in space.
A cosmically challenging one-button arcade game! Master your taxi's movement and get the Yaxis to their destination in this quirky score-chaser!
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Dark Gravity
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Shoot, destroy, collect, craft and destroy even more! "Dark Gravity" is a fast-paced, low poly vertical shoot'em up game that features non-linear campaign mode with lots of enemies and bosses. Craft new weapons, upgrade your fighter and build an ultimate aerial war machine!
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AFTERBURN
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Your daily dose of air combat. Super easy to pick up, minimum requirements and vibrant visuals. Setup your aircraft and jump into action!
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Space War: Infinity
Single-player alternative to Parsec lost in space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Parsec lost in space.
Vertical semi-procedural shmup with upgrades, real-time enemy waves, and infinite replayability. Level up your ship, unlock 20+ weapons, defeat 5 bosses, and survive endless bullet-hell combat.