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Single-player games like Gold for Retirement

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Gold for Retirement, 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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    The True Slime King — Steam game cover

    The True Slime King

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    An evil presence has emerged in the kingdom… but is it you or is it them? Play as a fallen king and somewhat immortal slime to conquer an onslaught of obstacles and puzzles in a quest to reclaim your fallen kingdoms. Smooth and simple controls for the ultimate experience in 2D precision platforming!

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    HardAF — Steam game cover

    HardAF

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    A punishing precision-based, speedrun 2D platformer...in the dark. Uncover the level with every death, earn swag and unlock new chapters. Run, Jump, Dash, Die, Repeat.

    2025ActionIndie6.39 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tiny Thor — Steam game cover

    Tiny Thor

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    Jump into this challenging retro platformer! Play as Thor, use his mighty hammer and unique items to explore the Northern Realms. Beware of mythical creatures blocking your path to become a god!

    2023ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Sockventure — Steam game cover

    Sockventure

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    In this challenging 2D platformer game, play as a Superhero and help the Kid to find all the missing socks inside the cursed washing machine, Sockventure has stunning colorful graphics, hand-crafted levels, tight controls and fun ever-changing gameplay.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Will You Snail? — Steam game cover

    Will You Snail?

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    A unique platformer where an evil AI predicts your movement. Dodge AI-spawned traps, solve optional puzzles and uncover the dark secrets of the simulation. Now with a level editor and infinite community-made content!

    2022ActionIndieAdventure10.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    1 Screen Platformer — Steam game cover

    1 Screen Platformer

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    This is a SHORT, 2D PLATFORMER with TIGHT CONTROLS about exploring a single level to get past a bunch of TRAPS. There is an EASY mode and a HARD mode depending on your skill level.

    2019ActionIndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound — Steam game cover

    NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    A brand-new side-scrolling entry to the NINJA GAIDEN series from the team behind Blasphemous, NINJA GAIDEN: Ragebound redefines the classic platformer saga in a spectacular, thrilling and challenging ninja adventure.

    2025ActionIndieAdventure24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Super Meat Boy — Steam game cover

    Super Meat Boy

    Single-player alternative to Gold for Retirement — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Indie with Gold for Retirement.

    The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

    2010Indie14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →