Single-player games like Sword of the Sea
Below are 17 single-player Steam games similar to Sword of the Sea, 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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Keeper
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
From Lee Petty and Double Fine Productions, Keeper is an atmospheric puzzle adventure in which a long-forgotten lighthouse is awakened and, joined by a spirited seabird, it embarks upon a heartening tale of unlikely companionship, and an unexpected journey into realms beyond understanding
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CONDEMNED TO BE FREE
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
A narrative-driven third/first-person short film with about free will, blending cinematic environments with Killer7 combat.
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Shutter Stroll
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Take a break and relax! No rush – enjoy the journey and soak in the sights. Capture stunning photos across millions of unique islands in this tranquil walking simulator.
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Dreamcore Retro
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Dreamcore Retro is a short and relaxing low poly indie game based on lucid dreaming and liminal spaces to concern about endangered species and other problems from the future society. The game mainly consists in exploring the dreamy surroundings of these psychedelic and minimalistic worlds...
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Star Overdrive
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Star Overdrive is a high-speed action adventure set in an open world. Race across an alien planet on your Hoverboard, mastering tricks, battling enemies, solving puzzles, and using your powers to overcome challenges and shape your destiny!
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Kuguru
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
This game is an action-adventure just walking.Travel through a world that changes dramatically just by going through the Ring.Go through the night world of glittering pieces of star and witness the one of three endings.
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That Which Gave Chase
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
A first-person dog sledding horror game. Play as a sled dog musher hired to transport a scientist deep into the unforgiving wastes of the arctic.
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Kena: Bridge of Spirits
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.
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The Pathless
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
From the creators of ABZÛ, The Pathless is the mythic adventure of an archer and an eagle in a vast forest. Become the Hunter, a master of archery who travels to a mystical island to dispel a curse of darkness that grips the world.
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Journey
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.
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STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire.
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Palworld
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!
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Wavetale
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Surf the waters of a submerged city! Unravel the past, save the islanders from mysterious sea monsters and discover secrets hidden under the surface.
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Solar Ash
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
From the creators of the award-winning Hyper Light Drifter comes the high-speed and gravity-bending world of Solar Ash.
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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of a Space Marine. Unleash deadly abilities and devastating weaponry to obliterate the relentless Tyranid swarms. Defend the Imperium in spectacular third-person action in solo or multiplayer modes.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode II
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains! Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day!
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ABZU
Single-player alternative to Sword of the Sea — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Sword of the Sea.
From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.