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Single-player games like Trip to the Core

Below are 9 single-player Steam games similar to Trip to the Core, 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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    Against All Skies — Steam game cover

    Against All Skies

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    Uncover the true cost of power in this party-based RPG deckbuilder with roguelite storytelling. Navigate treacherous sky islands, build unique decks for a crew of unlikely heroes and breach the storm to deliver revolution to the skies.

    2027StrategyIndieRPGSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Combolands — Steam game cover

    Combolands

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    Combolands is a synergetically satisfying deckbuilder where cards are buildings and the map is your deck! Create outrageous combos, break the game, and experience a unique roguelike where the terrain changes every run.

    StrategyIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Etymancy — Steam game cover

    Etymancy

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    Etymancy is a dark fantasy roguelike dungeon crawler where every spell is a word. Craft your pile of magic letter tiles, collect strange grimoires to grow stronger, smite enemies, and descend deeper into the Lexicon.

    StrategyIndieEarly AccessSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Cave Crusade — Steam game cover

    Cave Crusade

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    Classic roguelike deckbuilder designed for quick runs. Upgrade your cards, discover powerful artifacts, and master the Wheel of Fortune to maximize your rewards.

    2025StrategyIndieRPG3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Slot or Not — Steam game cover

    Slot or Not

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    Slot or Not is a turn-based slot machine battling adventure. Fight evil fruits alongside your battle buddy slot machine to save your village. Spin your destiny and grab the precious loot in a fast-paced, colorful adventure.

    2026StrategyIndieRPG6.29 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tabulo — Steam game cover

    Tabulo

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    Position your pieces carefully to max out your score in this Balatro-inspired chess roguelike. Enhance your pieces, purchase powers, and win bonuses from optional challenges, but be careful - your board only has so much room.

    2026StrategyIndieCasual9.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Spinny Dungeon — Steam game cover

    Spinny Dungeon

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    The slot machine roguelike. Each time you hit the SPIN button monsters creep closer. KILL 'em! LOOT 'em! EAT 'em! Focus on spells or synergies between symbols. Spin to DIE or spin to SURVIVE!

    2026StrategyIndieRPG9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    RogueJack21 — Steam game cover

    RogueJack21

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Indie with Trip to the Core.

    RogueJack21 is a Blackjack-inspired deckbuilder where you build and upgrade your deck to battle your opponents. Navigate through procedurally generated casinos and take revenge on The House, the ruthless mafia ruling Noir City that stole everything from you.

    2026StrategyIndieCasual7.79 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    CHOMP CHOMP Carnage — Steam game cover

    CHOMP CHOMP Carnage

    Single-player alternative to Trip to the Core — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Casual with Trip to the Core.

    Eat everything. Grow big. The ocean's never looked this cozy and deadly at the same time. A fish-eat-fish arcade chomper where every creature is crafted from wool. Devour your way up the food chain in CHOMP CHOMP Carnage.

    2026ActionCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →