Single-player games like StarsAway
Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to StarsAway, 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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Gimel Dimension
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
Defeat the Gimel invasion on this side shooter that explores the contrast lack between the projectiles and the background to create an unusual challenge that will confuse your head
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Wayfarer Colony: Veylan
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with StarsAway.
Explore the uncharted Veylan star system as Kael, a Wayfarers pilot searching for a new home for humanity. Battle the rival Vesper Accord, survive hostile environments across diverse planets and moons, and uncover the story through 30 missions featuring retro-inspired gameplay and visuals.
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FUR Squadron Phoenix
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with StarsAway.
Embark on an action-packed adventure in this on-rails space shooter. As a pilot in training, you’ll battle in strange virtual worlds. Master your ship, upgrade your skills, and protect the federation from an imminent threat. Are you ready for the challenge?
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Polyfury
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
You thought geometry was difficult? Now it's got a gun! Face the fury of the Seven Deadly Shapes and blast your way through a barrage of bullets and lasers in this highly accessible bullet hell.
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High Speed Cataclysm
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
High Speed Cataclysm is the most advanced and frenetic 2D action shooter where you will have to destroy thousands of enemies in order to save the galaxy.
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Tunnel Assault
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
Pilot your spaceship through unyielding tunnels, dodging obstacles, and unleashing dual lasers in this procedurally generated, fast-paced adventure. Unlock new ships and upgrade your arsenal as you advance, race against time, and emerge as the ultimate tunnel ace 🚀🌠
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Street Dreams
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
Street Dreams is a fast-paced VR action FPS set in a psychedelic dream world. Evade opponents in a high-speed car chase using a variety of weapons at your disposal.
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MF-01 Aerostrike
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
A Tactical Shmuplovania. Aerostrike combines elements from Metroidvania, Bullet Hell, and Shmup genres. Take flight in the MF-01 Aerostrike, explore a large underground base, battle against squadrons of hostile ships of all shapes and sizes, and find a way to escape alive.
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Grandma's In Hell
Single-player alternative to StarsAway — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with StarsAway.
Tower defense meets Pac-Man-like in this addictive and unique strategy game. Play as Grandma as she outwits waves of demons across 40 challenging levels. Build mazes that send demons to their doom. Spend countless hours on one of the best strategy games available.