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Single-player games like Lighark

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Lighark, 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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    Tribefort — Steam game cover

    Tribefort

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

    In this multiplayer survival and base-building game, you fight for survival on a vast island. Explore, mine, craft and gather resources to battle against other players for the strongest tribe.

    2023ActionStrategyIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    For Sparta — Steam game cover

    For Sparta

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

    One million Persians invaded Greece and only you can stop them in this fast-paced single-screen arena roguelike with +200 gameplay-changing items. Die for freedom! Die For Sparta!

    2022ActionIndieAdventure1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mimicry — Steam game cover

    Mimicry

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

    A classic dungeon crawler with a spin. Instead of a brave adventurer, play as a chest-disguised mimic and defend your underground home from knightly invaders. Use a mixture of stealth and strategy to clear the floors and restore peace to the society of sentient chests.

    2023ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    天天地下城 — Steam game cover

    天天地下城

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

    作为陷入异化之地中的一员,未知的恐惧不断侵袭,在这黑暗笼罩危机四伏的死地,你当如何抉择?添加outpop1102(vx),领20元好礼~

    2022ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    草地清理工 — Steam game cover

    草地清理工

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

    Mobile and Shooting Players only need to move to play this game. Multiple ability choices Obtain different constructions through upgrades and item drops. Extra limited time capability By picking up limited time ability items, temporary ability bonuses can be obtained.

    2025ActionIndieAdventureFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    ABYSSEY — Steam game cover

    ABYSSEY

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

    ABYSSEY is a strategy log-like game with Pixel Horizontal Scroll View!

    2023ActionStrategyAdventure1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Zenith Armada — Steam game cover

    Zenith Armada

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

    Embark on interstellar conquest in a 2D space strategy game. Command ships, explore galaxies, engage in real-time battles, and customize your fleet. Traverse hazardous star maps, unlock factions, and strategize for victory. Are you ready to conquer the cosmos?

    2024ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Soul of the Dungeon — Steam game cover

    Soul of the Dungeon

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

    A wave-based rogue-lite action game! Enter the dark dungeon, fight hordes of enemies, collect gold, upgrade your skills, and survive. Every wave is harder, every battle makes you stronger.

    2025ActionStrategyIndie3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →