Single-player games like Defenders of Etheria
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Defenders of Etheria, 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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Requiem For a Lost World
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
A survival roguelike where your weapons fight for you. Survive 30 minutes against endless enemy waves by crafting builds from weapons, items, and elemental reactions. Play solo or with up to 8 players. Every run is an opportunity, every decision is crucial.
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Terraclysm Survivors
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
Terraclysm Survivors is a fast-paced action roguelike sidescroller. Earth is in peril, jump and attack through treacherous stages packed with enemy hordes while building the ultimate loadout. With up to 8 players online, defeat the invaders and survive in this apocalyptic and chaotic challenge!
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Horde Slayer
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
A fast-paced co-op action game where you customize your build, survive relentless hordes, and conquer brutal challenges for higher scores and bragging rights.
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FriendOS
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Defenders of Etheria.
FriendOS is a 1-3 player action RPG where viruses must die! Strike and batter your opponents in Cartoon Sports Combat, and create the virtual animal avatar of your dreams. Hang out in lobbies with up to 12 friends and team up to protect the world of FriendOS from virus corruption.
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Sacabambaspis Chronicle
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
As a player, you become Sacabambaspis and live each day with your fellow Sacabambaspis, growing and evolving by swimming in the sea and eating plankton. Progress through the story with your companions in Sacabambaspis, and see what happens in the end.
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Royal Revolt Survivors
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
Unleash chaos in an electrifying 1-4 player co-op where survival and action-roguelite collide! Battle through relentless enemy hordes with a powerful mix of melee and ranged combat, navigating varied and dynamic environments.
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Infinity Strash: DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
The memories of the Hero, in your hands! Experience the story of the legendary anime series, DRAGON QUEST The Adventure of Dai, in an exhilarating action role-playing game that combines stunning visuals with art from the anime and manga.
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Full Mojo Rampage
Single-player alternative to Defenders of Etheria — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Defenders of Etheria.
Full Mojo Rampage is a rogue-like game that takes place within the confines of the Voodoo reality. In this realm only the most powerful rites and powers can provide a safeguard against evil. Dying is not the end, only the beginning to becoming a stronger voodoo soul!