Single-player games like DEAD DAYLIGHT
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to DEAD DAYLIGHT, 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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Insect Adventure
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
In this high speed action focused metroidvania, cute bug critters face off against dark abominations from the abyss. Grab a hammer and unleash fury on soulless beasts while blasting through open ended underground zones where you dictate the pace.
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Blasphemous 2
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.
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Frontier Hunter: Erza’s Wheel of Fortune
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
This is an anime-style Metroidvania game with an RPG progression system, numerous weapons for switching, and an emphasis on equipment building. It offers three switchable characters, smooth gameplay, impactful combat feedback, and anime-style story scenes.
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Slavania
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.
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Afterimage
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
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Foregone
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.
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No Place for Bravery
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
Thorn, an old warrior worn down by decades of vim and violence, roams a world undone in search of his lost daughter. Dodge, parry & cleave your way out of brutal clashes in this 2D top-down action RPG, and discover the bone-chilling tale of Thorn's crusade to make his family whole again.
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DOOMBLADE
Single-player alternative to DEAD DAYLIGHT — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD DAYLIGHT.
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.