Single-player games like X Rebirth
Below are 17 single-player Steam games similar to X Rebirth, 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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X3: Terran Conflict
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Simulation with X Rebirth.
It is the year 2938. The long wished-for encounter of the X Universe and the Earth holds both joy and sorrow for the people. Despite flourishing trade, the clash of the diverse races, cultures and life forms creates new tensions, mistrust and open conflict that need to be overcome!
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X4: Foundations
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Simulation with X Rebirth.
Your journey to building a vast space empire begins behind the controls of a single ship. Explore, trade, fight, and build as you rise to command fleets, stations, and entire economies in a living, fully simulated universe that reacts to every decision.
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X3: Reunion
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
X3: Reunion continues the epic space saga, blending deep space trading and intense real-time combat. Explore a vast universe, establish your empire, and shape the new frontier. With enhanced graphics and intricate economies, it's a journey of strategy, simulation, and interstellar intrigue.
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X2: The Threat
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
X²: The Threat is of a new generation of space simulator games, you play the role of Julian Gardna who continues the story set by X: Beyond The Frontier. The updated graphics engine gives the universe a fresher feel with newly designed ships and stations adding to the complexity of the universe.
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X: Beyond the Frontier
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X Rebirth.
The Human Race had advanced to the point where we could travel among the stars, we developed giant automated machines to help us colonise other worlds, but there was a fault in their programming and they turned and attacked. Forcing us to lay a trap to protect Earth and exiling the Human race to stay on Earth once again.
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Asteroid Rodeo
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Simulation with X Rebirth.
Asteroids are worth trillions. They're also spinning at 200 meters per second. You are a Wrangler—harpoon tumbling rocks, wrestle them to a dead stop with your custom-built ship, and mine them for credits. The pay is good. The survival rate is a conversation people avoid.
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Rebel Galaxy
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Simulation with X Rebirth.
Rebel Galaxy is a swashbuckling space adventure, with action-packed combat, exploration, discovery, trade, and “negotiation” with the outlandish denizens at the edge of the known universe.
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Capital Command
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Simulation with X Rebirth.
Take the helm of a state-of-the-art warship as you fight epic space battles in a sandbox campaign. Upgrade and customize your ship, master the art of maneuvering, and use a blend of tactical prowess and heavy firepower to overcome deadly threats.
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NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
Using Unreal Engine 5 to significantly enhance graphic expression, this is the definitive version of "NINJA GAIDEN 2," featuring additional playable characters and enhanced battle support functions.
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Devil May Cry HD Collection
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
The popular stylish action games Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2, and Devil May Cry 3 Special Edition return in one collection!
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NINJA GAIDEN 4
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.
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Dragon's Dogma 2
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a single player, narrative driven action-RPG that challenges the players to choose their own experience – from the appearance of their Arisen, their vocation, their party, how to approach different situations and more - in a truly immersive fantasy world.
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Devil May Cry® 3 Special Edition
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
Dante's past is now revealed as Devil May Cry returns to its roots. Master Dante's multiple fighting styles while battling never before seen demons and new characters as you fight your way towards a brutal confrontation with Dante's mysterious twin brother, Vergil.
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Bayonetta
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.
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Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with X Rebirth.
Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen presents a rewarding action combat experience.
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X Rebirth VR Edition
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Simulation with X Rebirth.
X Rebirth VR Edition is tailored to be an immersive VR experience, based on X Rebirth: Home of Light. TRADE, FIGHT, BUILD, THINK in the X Universe - the biggest sandbox this side of the galaxy.
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X: Tension
Single-player alternative to X Rebirth — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Simulation with X Rebirth.
X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game.