Single-player games like Max Savage
Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Max Savage, 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.
Want the full alternatives list (paid + free + Steam Deck + cheaper picks)? See the parent games like Max Savage page.
Ranked picks
- 1
When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears is a story-rich, retro space shooter inspired by DOS-era space games. Blast your way through fast-paced arcade combat, build out modular, upgradable ships, and explore a galaxy torn by war.
- 2
Solo Defender
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
Solo Defender is a fast-paced vertical space shooter where you battle waves of enemies, unlock upgrades with Gems, and face epic bosses—including a drone-spawning Mothership. One life, multiple planets, and a secret level await. No ads—just pure arcade action.
- 3
Galactic Patrol
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
A lost 1998 arcade-style shooter returns! Fight through 25 levels and 300+ waves of alien attacks inspired by classic shoot-'em-ups like Space Invaders and Galaga, featuring top-down, side-scrolling, and rear-view gameplay.
- 4
Rebel Galaxy Outlaw
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
Out of cash, out of luck, out on the fringe. Juno Markev has a killer to tail, a debt to pay, and more trouble headed her way. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw takes place in a greasy, blue-collar world of outlaws, truckers, cops and thieves.
- 5
Lightspeed
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
You're the only human in a huge, robotic space ship, flying at incredible speeds through deep space. Your mission: find and settle a new planet where humanity can thrive. Combat is inevitable, but you'll need more than flying skills to succeed.
- 6
Phantom Fury
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
Shelly “Bombshell” Harrison is back in this highly interactive mix of first person action and road movie adventure. Embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey around the USA. Use an enormous arsenal of weapons and skills to battle treacherous soldiers and vile mutants, all while trying to save mankind.
- 7
Renegade: Battle for Jacob's Star
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
Dive into the ultimate experience of space combat with this first-person flight simulator! Take command and engage in thrilling battles across multiple difficulty levels, ensuring both novice and seasoned pilots can test their skills in the vast expanse of space. Are you ready for the challenge?
- 8
Void Crew
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
Void Crew is a Chaotic, Co-op Roguelite game for 1 to 6 players: Outfit your spaceship and crew for thrilling quests, brave fierce enemies in Space Battles... and try not to panic!
- 9
Arkham Nightmares
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Arkham Nightmares is an adventure game with rogue-like elements. You play Prof. Liebwerk the head physician of the Lovecraftian Arkham Sanatorium. Your task is to complete your journal with all the stories from the crazy inmates. But before they will tell you anything you have to win their trust.
- 10
Curse of the Old Gods
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
A mystery adventure game set in a present-day Lovecraftian universe.
- 11
World Peace Simulator 2019
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
It's World War III. Can your country survive the apocalypse?
- 12
Movie Tycoon Simulator 2020
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Manage movie theatres and make your very own Hollywood Pictures!
- 13
Eternal Pinball RPG
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Max Savage.
Level up and equip your hero in this unique Pinball-RPG mashup. Beat everybody on the online leaderboards and unlock the dungeon table to find rare artifacts to complete your collection.
- 14
It Returned To The Desert
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Unique mix of turn-based tactics and adventure game. Defend the town of Glint Rock against radioactive giant ants! Convince the townsfolk to join your party in a non-linear campaign with high replay value. Discover all the little secrets and stories in the lively town of Glint Rock.
- 15
Jolly Putt - Mini Golf & Arcade
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
The jolliest Mini Golf & Arcade Tycoon game! Design and Play your own courses. Manage arcade ticket prizes, food stalls, staff and much more to satisfy your park guest's every need. Customize, decorate and explore your park in first-person.
- 16
Cantaloupe Chronicle
Single-player alternative to Max Savage — playable solo, no multiplayer required.
Today marks the beginning of your internship at the Cantaloupe Chronicle! Step into the shoes of a young reporter in a classic Point & Click Adventure as you uncover the mysteries of the small town. Write compelling articles, snap intriguing photos, and talk to the quirky townsfolk.