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Single-player games like Cuckoo's Clock

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Cuckoo's Clock, 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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    No Border — Steam game cover

    No Border

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    No Border - an action-puzzle platformer where platforms appear and disappear at your command! Control which parts of each level exist as you toggle and leap your way through mind-bending challenges.

    2025ActionIndieCasual3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Always The Same Nightmare — Steam game cover

    Always The Same Nightmare

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    A fast, dynamic die-and-retry style platformer with varied levels and gameplay. Is a passage too difficult? Stop time! Is a boss too strong? Gain experience and upgrade your weapons! Can you escape this dark and perilous dungeon?

    2021ActionIndieAdventure11.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Exp10sion — Steam game cover

    Exp10sion

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required.

    "Exp10sion" is a pixel-art puzzle platformer. You'll play as a bomb that explodes within 10 seconds. Each explosion respawns the bomb, starts a new round, and generates a "Time Shadow" of your last round. Use your shadow wisely to solve the puzzles!

    2023IndieAdventureCasual2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Mantle — Steam game cover

    Mantle

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    An emotional journey through dark depths. You'll need tight platforming, a unique teleport mechanic, and patience to return to the surface.

    2021ActionAdventure3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Super Magbot — Steam game cover

    Super Magbot

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    A precise 2D platformer with a twist. NO JUMPING. Master your magnetic powers to beat each level with speed and skill. Enjoy classic 16-bit gaming vibes, tackle challenging achievements and compete for global leaderboard supremacy along the way.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fowl Damage — Steam game cover

    Fowl Damage

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    Fowl Damage is an atmospheric puzzle platformer where your default jump provides enough fall damage to destroy you! Carefully manage your jumps and falls as you adventure through this chilling, beautiful, and occasionally cute world.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Below The Ocean — Steam game cover

    Below The Ocean

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    Dive into the world 'Below the Ocean'! Master thrilling moves like tether-swinging, bubble-jumping, bungee-bouncing, and sling-shot in a mesmerizing underwater adventure. Solve intriguing puzzles and seek hidden treasures. Are you ready to embark on this unforgettable journey?

    2021ActionIndieAdventure5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sunblaze — Steam game cover

    Sunblaze

    Single-player alternative to Cuckoo's Clock — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Cuckoo's Clock.

    Sunblaze is a brain-twisting precision platformer with hundreds of challenging, handcrafted levels to keep you dying for hours and hours.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →