Single-player games like Ninja 1987
Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Ninja 1987, 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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Swords & Bones 5
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
The fifth and final chapter of the saga: embark on an action-platformer fantasy adventure in pixel art and put an end to the demonic threat once and for all!
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Super Crazy Nynja
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Super Crazy Nynja is a 2D platform game with a pixel art style. Play as a nynja, save your beloved from the clutches of aliens.
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Street Cleaner 3
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
The Street Cleaner is back, and hot on the trail of his most mythical foe yet; but this time he's not alone! Return to the mean streets. Bash, kick, and whip your way to mete out retro action vigilante justice, and maybe save the world.
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Ninja: Rise of a Hero
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
The path of the ninja is hard! Can you save your beloved and become a hero?
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Gappy's Adventure - Coinkeeper's Cantrip
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Gappy's Adventure - Coinkeeper's Cantrip is the 2D platformer you've been dreaming of. Spectacular movement, charming visuals, and surprises around every corner! Take control of the lovely, green 'Gappy' as he stops the diabolical plans of the evil 'Coinkeeper'
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Mute Crimson DX
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Mute Crimson DX is an action-packed precision platformer where you guide Ninja on his quest to climb up walls, slice through bad guys and overcome great evils!
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Ninja Hanrei
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Ninja Hanrei is a 2D run and gun Platformer game inspired on Ancient Japan but with Super Powers.
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XEYYEX 2: Colour Wars
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
The space-eyed couple is back! This time they will use the ability to change color to fight. An arcade genre game that pays tribute to the first titles of the 80s. 1 or 2 players.
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Abduction Bit
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Abduction Bit is a NES-like arcade based on elements of some timeless classics from 80's (Bubble Bobble, Ice Climber, Mario Bros).
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SEEP Universe
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Kick butt in this retro 2D action-platformer! SEEP Universe is an indie game for PC inspired by the 8-16 bit era!
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Dragon Climax
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
A retro action martial arts game inspired by classics, like Kung Fu Master and Shinobi with modern elements!
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Super BOO Quest
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Ninja 1987.
Super BOO Quest is a lighthearted game suitale for every kind of player, from casual to hardcore. It is a mix of arcade, puzzle, and stealth, to be played alone or with a friend. The game is presented with 16 bit-style graphics, as a tribute to Super Nintendo.
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Katana Soul
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.
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Thunderflash
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Thunderflash is a "love letter" to the arcade games of the 80s. It is a Run 'n Gun game inspired by gems like Ikari Warriors, Commando and Heavy Barrel.
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Adventure Bit
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Jump, run, steal, fight, catch, and solve puzzles in this minimal-style adventure inspired by the golden age of the Japanese computer MSX!
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Swords & Bones
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!