Single-player games like Abyss Runner
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Abyss Runner, 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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Before Time Runs Out
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Adventure with Abyss Runner.
In this momentum based Platformer, make your way through numerous obstacles such as spikes, saws, laser beams, and explosives to reach the goal at the end of each level. Each level has a limited amount of time to complete. So speed is key, or else it's game over.
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Real Time Attack
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
Race to victory in this speedrunning extravaganza! Control the lovable Rucky Anguish as he tries to defeat Do Good Natas and avenge his father. With 16 levels of insane platforming action and built-in timer function, this is one real time adventure you'll LOVE attacking continuously!
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Playing God
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
God is missing. Hell is full. Someone has taken over, and now souls must earn their place to stay in hell. Speedrun your way across the nine circles of hell through 90 levels in this ultra fast-paced precision platformer, rebelling against the mysterious entity playing god.
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HELLBOUND INC
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
A rage-inducing precision platformer where you jump, carry, and deliver packages against time, demons, and HR. Play as an undead courier trapped in a fulfillment center recently acquired by Satan himself.
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Journey To The Wand
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
Elowen and her lazy pet, Marshy, embark on a quest to retrieve her wand, providing players with a unique adventure. The compelling story of the game will captivate players from beginning to end.
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BZZZT
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!
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Skybolt Zack
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
Skybolt Zack is a brand new fast-paced arcade gaming experience! With his Rocket Punches Zack leaps from enemy to enemy, destroying anything standing in his way! Match the colour of the enemies with the buttons on the gamepad to rid the world of Dr Kaz’s robot army!
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BIT.TRIP Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien
Single-player alternative to Abyss Runner — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Abyss Runner.
Step into rhythmic bliss with Runner2! Best Indie Game winner, Guinness World Record holder, and narrated by Charles Martinet. Unleash vibrant moves and beats in 120 levels!