Single-player games like Shadow of Ancients
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Shadow of Ancients, 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
- 1
Supreme Heroes
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
Highschool sophomore Jacob suddenly discovers he has super powers and must team up with his best friends to become the 'Elect Few', but convincing them to embrace their powers and save the world is all but easy. Events bring Jacob to battle villainous factions in order to bring peace to the nation.
- 2
Chronicles Of Errodean
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
In the dark realm of Errodean, Morgath's malevolent rule casts a shadow over all. Confront the sorcerer and restore peace. Hone your skills, and prepare for the ultimate battle. Will you rise as Errodean's hero?"
- 3
Iron Reckoning
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
Become a warrior in this sci-fi/fantasy adventure! Iron Reckoning showcases a unique movement mechanic that will test your skill in preserving airborne momentum. Wield a variety of powers and master the combat to defeat your enemies, as you uncover the mystery behind a deadly machine threat!
- 4
Wizard's watch
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
You are a wizard and your village is under attack! Push back the enemy forces with powerful spells. Burn, freeze, shatter and crush the enemy soldiers with your magic powers. Gain XP as you kill your enemies and unlock upgrades for your spells.
- 5
Edenfall: Legacy of the First Wardens
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
Unveil a mystical action-adventure where you shift between human, wolf, raccoon, and raven. Weave fluid combos across forms, purge corruption, and awaken the land’s lost beauty. Together with your spirit fox companion, embark on a soulbound journey of transformation, memory, and inner peace.
- 6
Isekai Rift
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
After being teleported by a malevolent entity and separated from his brother, Yuji must master Rift Energy, explore an unknown world distorted by it, fight enemies, overcome platforming challenges, and collect interdimensional stars in an adventure inspired by 3D classics.
- 7
Folk Souls
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
An unknown metal strikes Earth, awakening the dark magic of the witch Cuca. As once-protective spirits now threaten the ecosystem, you are chosen to face mutated creatures and challenging bosses in this dark fantasy action RPG Soulslike.
- 8
An Eternity Gone By
Single-player alternative to Shadow of Ancients — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Shadow of Ancients.
Use your telekinetic powers to hurl watermelons, lamp posts, toilets and more at the monsters roaming this strange yet familiar world. You’ll take the role of Mirai: a young sorceress trying to save her friend from the monsters who’ve abducted her.