Single-player games like Dark Pixel
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Dark Pixel, 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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One Neck Ahead
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie and Adventure with Dark Pixel.
A gimmick-based precision platformer where you carry your own ground. Place platforms mid-jump and combine them with a wide variety of movement-bending gimmicks.
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Chroma Jump
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Dark Pixel.
Chroma Jump is a 2D hardcore platformer where you overcome obstacles by changing your character's color in real-time. Push your physical and mental limits through traps that are completely unforgiving... well, mostly. Will you be able to safely reach the goal and escape?
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SongRunner
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Dark Pixel.
A puzzle platformer where the platforms are your own musical loops! Navigate handcrafted stages full of puzzly platforming challenges while creating platforms in time with a high energy original soundtrack!
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DualVerse86
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Dark Pixel.
DualVerse86 is a fast-paced 2D precision platformer where mastering switching between two worlds is the only way to survive deadly traps and race against the clock.
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Shadowbound
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Dark Pixel.
Shadowbound is a minimalist 3D platforming and puzzle journey where light is your enemy and shadow your only ally. Overcome short challenges, manipulate light, and recover lost colors to rebuild the memories of a lifetime.
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InOut
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Dark Pixel.
A minimalist puzzle platformer where each level is more than they seem. Change your perspective on levels to discover new areas. Explore the world to unearth its hidden secrets.
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PlanckMan
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Dark Pixel.
PlanckMan is a grid based puzzle game that tests your skill at maintaining your tail, one step at a time. Eat red pellets to regain your tail, and yellow pellets to grow. Do not hit or lose your tail, or else you will lose the game! How high can you get? Includes extra benefits for purchasing.
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Contenir
Single-player alternative to Dark Pixel — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Dark Pixel.
Dive in the thoughts of a trans girl through her diary in this narrative platformer! The gameplay will flow to the sound of her voice while she shares her view of her body, romance, emotions, and much more... Filled with handcrafted visuals and a touching story, this game will strike your heart.