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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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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Gin - The Silver Wind
Single-player alternative to Ninja 1987 — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Ninja 1987.
Become a Kamaitachi in this methodical 2D platformer. You can't change direction in mid-air. Use your double jump to anticipate your landing and maneuver through the air with the use of a powerful Tornado move. Master the movement and challenge yourself to overcome the tough battles ahead!
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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!