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Single-player games like Obey the Insect God

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Obey the Insect God, 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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    Vínculo — Steam game cover

    Vínculo

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    Embark yourself on an adventure through the Marble Palace and uncover the plentiful secrets it hides! Explore magnificent views and fight through the hostile halls of the palace, all while making use of the innovative plane change mechanics!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Aestik — Steam game cover

    Aestik

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure8.09 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Fallen Tear: The Ascension — Steam game cover

    Fallen Tear: The Ascension

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    A story-driven Metroidvania where the allies you choose to bond with change how you fight and explore. Journey through the high-fantasy world of Raoah, uncover lost civilizations, and forge bonds that shape your path through a land on the brink of collapse.

    2026ActionIndieAdventure15.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Toziuha Night: Order of the Alchemists — Steam game cover

    Toziuha Night: Order of the Alchemists

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    This is the story of Xandria, an iron alchemist. She seeks revenge regardless of the consequences. To achieve it, Xandria fights with a powerful whip and the power of chemical elements. Find out more about her in this modern metroidvania adventure.

    2025ActionIndieAdventure12.34 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Devil Within: Satgat — Steam game cover

    The Devil Within: Satgat

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Haiku, the Robot — Steam game cover

    Haiku, the Robot

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

    2022ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    The Tarnishing of Juxtia — Steam game cover

    The Tarnishing of Juxtia

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG.

    2022ActionIndieRPG24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Nine Sols — Steam game cover

    Nine Sols

    Single-player alternative to Obey the Insect God — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with Obey the Insect God.

    Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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