Single-player games like Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim
Below are 18 single-player Steam games similar to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim, 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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Ys: The Oath in Felghana
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
An Action RPG driven by fast-paced combat and paired with an intricate puzzle-filled world.
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Ys Origin
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
The perfect mix of action, exploration and story with screen-filling bosses, unique platforming elements, and innovative puzzles.
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Ys I & II Chronicles+
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Long, long ago, there was an ancient kingdom called Ys which prospered under the auspices of two heavenly Goddesses. Over time, the kingdom came to be known as Esteria, and its divine history was largely forgotten by all but the descendants of those who once preached the Goddesses’ will.
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Ys: Memories of Celceta
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
World-famous red-haired adventurer Adol Christin awakens in the unfamiliar land of Celceta, remembering nothing more than his name. Join Adol and his new friends as he embarks on an adventure to map the wilderness and reclaim his memories in this beloved action RPG from Nihon Falcom.
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Ys SEVEN
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Experience the first “modern-era” Ys game, now off the small screen for its worldwide PC debut! Features a full party system, dozens of unique combat skills, and a massive overworld to explore. Uncover the secret of the Five Great Dragons, and help Adol Christin save the day once again!
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Xanadu Next
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Whenever mist hangs over Lake Orwell, sailors catch sight of a phantom castle just out of reach. As they draw near, it fades away, leaving only questions for all who have seen this “Castle Strangerock.” Now, you must aid your charge in uncovering its secrets...even if it costs you your very soul.
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Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
A new dark fantasy Three Kingdoms action RPG from Team NINJA, the developers of Nioh.
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Chantelise - A Tale of Two Sisters
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
A whimsical Action-RPG brought to you from the creators of the renowned Recettear ~ An Item Shop's Tale. Purchase before August 5th and save!
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Ys I & II Chronicles+
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Long, long ago, there was an ancient kingdom called Ys which prospered under the auspices of two heavenly Goddesses. Over time, the kingdom came to be known as Esteria, and its divine history was largely forgotten by all but the descendants of those who once preached the Goddesses’ will.
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Ragnarok Online
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
In the world of Rune Midgard, it was a time of strife between the Gods, Humans and demons...Battle weary from the long war's carnage, the factions entered into an uneasy truce. The truce grew into a fragile peace that lasted for a thousand years.
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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Ys returns with a brand new adventure for the first time in 8 years! Adol awakens shipwrecked and stranded on a cursed island. There, he and the other shipwrecked passengers he rescues form a village to challenge fearsome beasts and mysterious ruins on the isolated island.
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Ys IX: Monstrum Nox
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
While imprisoned in Balduq, Adol is cursed and becomes a Monstrum. With his newfound powers, he must stop the Grimwald Nox from consuming the city.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
At Thors Military Academy, Erebonia’s best learn everything from the art of war to liberal arts. First year Rean Schwarzer learns he’s been selected to join the controversial Class VII, and they’ll need to deal with more than just class warfare--they’ll need to safeguard their country from chaos.
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Sora no Kiseki the 1st
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Kiseki series, a story-driven RPG that began in 2004, the landmark first installment, The Legend of Heroes: Sora no Kiseki FC (First Chapter), is receiving a full remake!
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Picking up shortly after The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, Estelle travels across Liberl in search of Joshua. The journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
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Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter reimagines the first chapter of a beloved series, infusing it with enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Join Estelle and Joshua, partners bound by fate, as they unravel dark conspiracies threatening the peace of the Liberl Kingdom.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
Single-player alternative to Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares RPG with Ys VI: The Ark of Napishtim.
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.