Single-player games like Video Battle Arena
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Video Battle Arena, 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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Lazy Chess
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Video Battle Arena.
Lazy Chess is a new non-profit chess game that narrows your choices down to the best 2 possible moves per turn. The moves provided can always win the game, but how strong are your decisions? Fewer moves. More fun.
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The Chess Variants Club
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Video Battle Arena.
Play and discover 12 popular chess variants, improve your chess skills with hundreds of chess puzzles, or simply play regular chess with your friends - all in one package. This diverse collection includes several chess games and puzzles. All in a minimalist, beautifully designed virtual chess club.
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MEME EXAM 2025
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with Video Battle Arena.
MEME EXAM: 2025 — Can you prove your knowledge of memes and become a qualified memeologist?
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Decent Checkers
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Casual with Video Battle Arena.
Checkers is a timeless classic, steeped in rich history. This release supports 4 rulesets and includes PvE, PvP, and puzzle modes. From the casual checkers enthusiast to the competitive master, this game is sure to provide hours of entertainment and mental stimulation.
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CrossCraze
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Casual with Video Battle Arena.
A fun, modern twist on the classic crossword board game, designed for players who prefer the challenge of a computer opponent (you can also pass-and-play with a friend on the same PC). Play in English or 8 other languages.
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Inspiration Test
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Casual with Video Battle Arena.
Guess heads or tails, test your intuition and fortune, and earn points. It tests neither reflexes nor speed — it tests one thing only: where your intuition points, before the answer is revealed.
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Math4TopDogs
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Video Battle Arena.
Master the art of reflexes and mental math in a real action-adventure game. Explore magical worlds and uncover all their secrets, creatures, and treasures. Take on every challenge and, if you wish, compete in the global ranking. (7-120 years old)
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Go
Single-player alternative to Video Battle Arena — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Video Battle Arena.
Play Go on 9×9, 13×13, or 19×19 boards with Chinese or Japanese rules. Learn the fundamentals, challenge local AI, play locally with a friend, study and analyze SGF records, or connect to OGS for online games and spectating.