Single-player games like DEAD COLOR
Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to DEAD COLOR, 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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EARTH SAVER
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
"Earth Saver" is an exhilarating action game in which you blow up and dismantle a giant meteorite approaching the Earth! If you successfully split it, the meteorite will burn up in the atmosphere and the Earth will be safe! Connect and blow it up, split it neatly, and feel the maximum exhilaration!
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Vikings On Trampolines
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
It's all about trampolines! Stay on the trampolines and push your opponents off to win. Brawl against your friends or work together to save the kingdom. Big bosses, big minigames and evil balloons..? Play solo or local multiplayer for up to 4 players! Accessible controls: Only one hand needed.
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Collapsion
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
When a black hole generates enough strength to destroy the entire universe, it's called Collapsion. It's up to you to defend the universe for as long as possible to stop Collapsion from happening in this Arcade Shooter!
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Nano Squadron
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
Manage your shields, evolve your ship, defend Earth. Nano Squadron is a top-down space roguelite where every run brings new upgrades and every mistake leaves you exposed.
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I am Reptile
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
In this 2D action platformer, you'll play as a humanoid reptile and save the planet and your people from an evil corporation! Reach the control center and activate the self-destruct mechanism! It won't be easy, as there are plenty of traps, obstacles, and heavily armed guards in your way!
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Crimson Glaive Sigma
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
Enjoy this 2D metroidvania-like bullet hell platformer. Jump, dodge and traverse using your jet pack. Find weapons and abilities. Fight bosses and escape an old space station drifting through the cosmos. You are alone, with nothing but a space suit and a gun. Just keep going! Persevere and triumph!
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MagicalGirl Mimi
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
Girls fight with magic! This is an exciting action game with a 16-bit taste!
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Arc Wizards
Single-player alternative to DEAD COLOR — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with DEAD COLOR.
The war of the wizards begins! This is a shooting action game!