Single-player games like Paper io 2
Below are 15 single-player Steam games similar to Paper io 2, 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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Hole io
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Paper io 2.
Show who is the biggest black hole in the town!
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The Karters 2: Turbo Charged
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
Get ready for the ultimate kart racing experience on Steam & Steam Deck! Inspired by Crash Team Racing, built with its own identity, advanced gameplay systems, tons of new features and massive modding support for endless replayability!
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TowerFall Ascension
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.
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Spelunky 2
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.
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Knight Squad 2
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
Knight Squad 2 is a chaotic arcade multiplayer game for up to 8 players. Pick an eccentric knight and fight for glory with wacky weaponry. Triumph over your friends in a ridiculous amount of game modes, both offline and online.
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Make Way
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Paper io 2.
Speed around loops, dart through train crossings, drift around helter skelters, and unleash wacky weaponry in this modern take on classic top-down multiplayer racing games such as Micro Machines and Mashed. The twist? You build the track.
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Move or Die
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
Move or Die is an absurdly fast-paced 4-player local and online party game where the mechanics change every 20 seconds! It's THE friendship-ruining game.
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Overcooked! 2
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Paper io 2.
Overcooked returns with a brand-new helping of chaotic cooking action! Journey back to the Onion Kingdom and assemble your team of chefs in classic couch co-op or online play for up to four players. Hold onto your aprons… it’s time to save the world again!
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Mob Control
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Paper io 2.
Are you ready to become the ultimate champion in the world of tower defense battles? Create, grow and lead!
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Helix Jump
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Paper io 2.
Blast your way through helix platforms, smash, bump and bounce to reach the end! Sounds easy? You wish!
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Golf Guys
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Paper io 2.
Face off against a dozen opponents in an ultimate golf battle royale, or invite friends to play in multiplayer mode for up to 4 players!
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The Nom
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
You were turned into a dark creature by evil scientists and finally managed to break free! It's time for revenge!
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Infantry Attack
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
Soldier! War is coming and duty calls! Enemies are invading our country and we need YOU to defend it!
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Bucket Crusher
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Paper io 2.
Power up your machine and get caught up in the craze of destruction!
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Uboat Attack
Single-player alternative to Paper io 2 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Paper io 2.
Become a legendary commander in the ultimate naval warfare simulator! Command a powerful submarine, unleash devastating torpedoes, and crush enemy armadas. Conquer tactical missions, dominate the seas, and rise through the ranks. Experience breathtaking combat and forge your path to naval supremacy!