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Single-player games like Storybook of Tactics

Below are 11 single-player Steam games similar to Storybook of Tactics, 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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    Pick Squad — Steam game cover

    Pick Squad

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    A strategy game blending deckbuilding, auto-battler, and roguelike elements. Recruit and upgrade units to build your squad. Draw random numbers to activate matching units’ skills on the board, earn points, and defeat the boss. Test your strategy and arrangement — with a little luck.

    2026StrategyIndieCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Dark Horde — Steam game cover

    The Dark Horde

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    In The Dark Horde, you control the battlefield with a deck of cards. Summon hordes of minions, cast devastating spells, and tap into the forbidden power of the Four Domains: Death, Destruction, Corruption, and Frost. It’s not just what you’ll conquer, but how you’ll become the most feared Dark Mage!

    2024StrategyIndieCasual4.89 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Once Upon a Galaxy — Steam game cover

    Once Upon a Galaxy

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    ONCE UPON A GALAXY is an easy to learn Card Battler with incredible strategic depth and near infinite fun! Which of your favorite characters from myth and fairy tale will you choose?

    2025StrategyIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Brawl To The West — Steam game cover

    Brawl To The West

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    "Join this hilarious auto-battler! Equip gear, grow fruit trees, and tame monsters to build your team. Choose unique characters or battle others in ranked mode—every run is fresh! Weaklings perish; victors take all. Will you go the farthest? Dive in now!"

    2025StrategyIndieCasual8.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Facehand — Steam game cover

    Facehand

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    Facehand is a synergy-driven roguelike deckbuilder with autobattling mechanics. Craft the perfect deck and chain card abilities to create wild combos!

    2024Strategy3.49 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Throne of Bone — Steam game cover

    Throne of Bone

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    Draft minions to defeat all who oppose the noble art of necromancy. Wield spells, discover dark relics, and reclaim your castle to unite the land through undeath in this unholy amalgam of roguelike, deckbuilder, and autobattler.

    2025Strategy16.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Become the Moon — Steam game cover

    Become the Moon

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    Become the Moon is a challenging, deckbuilding auto battler. Choose from 10 unique characters, each with their own distinct playstyles. Assemble a team of powerful minions & cast cosmic spells where every run takes you one step closer to the moon.

    2025StrategyIndie10.19 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Commander Quest — Steam game cover

    Commander Quest

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    Congratulations! You just found a 'one of a kind' roguelike that combines deck-building card game and auto battle strategy game! Consider unit counters, then create powerful synergy by breaking down the boundaries between the battlefield and cards, then lead your army to victory!

    2025StrategyIndieSimulation7.79 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Rescue bomber — Steam game cover

    Rescue bomber

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Experience an upgraded version of Bomberman-like with more game modes and challenging levels! Play casually a VS mode with computer or your friends or try to complete intense story mode.

    2019ActionIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Bomber Fox — Steam game cover

    Bomber Fox

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    Bomber Fox is an action, sci-fi-themed game of the new generation, with an emphasis put into the dynamic gameplay, diverse level design, and innovative game modes.Play as Fox - the space cyborg, who has to win the grand robot-fighting tournament, to be granted a chance to go back home!

    2019ActionIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tower of Chaos — Steam game cover

    Tower of Chaos

    Single-player alternative to Storybook of Tactics — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Storybook of Tactics.

    Tower of Chaos is a unique combination of tactical auto battler and rogue-lite gameplay. Battle your way through the afterlife tower, manage your resources and relive the origins of your allies.

    2023ActionStrategy14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →