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Single-player games like ELLUSION

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to ELLUSION, 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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    Shapes N Music — Steam game cover

    Shapes N Music

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    A brutal bullet-hell rhythm game where every death is your fault. Dodge hazards, dash and die to a varied soundtrack synced to intense levels. Master 4 more game modes built to steal your evenings. Can you beat each level without taking a hit?

    ActionIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    HyperCore : Rhythm Bullet Hell — Steam game cover

    HyperCore : Rhythm Bullet Hell

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    HyperCore is a fast-paced anti-rhythm action game where every beat becomes a threat. Survive escalating challenges, chase leaderboard glory, and master multiple game modes.

    2026ActionIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Cadence — Steam game cover

    Cadence

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    You'll need to read rhythmic cues, strike, and dodge in harmony with the beat. With every encounter, the music guides the flow of battle, creating an intense, immersive experience. Master the rhythm, adapt to dynamic patterns, and overcome difficult fights in this distinctive rhythmic boss-rush.

    2024ActionIndie3.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Temp Zero — Steam game cover

    Temp Zero

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    Temp Zero is a minimalist roguelike which mixes intense action and musical bullet hell. Fight enemies which attack to the beat, choose perks, defeat the final boss, unlock new weapons, spells & soundtracks!

    2022ActionIndie4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Soundodger+ — Steam game cover

    Soundodger+

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    Dodge the music and dance through a mesmerizing ballet of choreographed bullets, each synced to music from over a dozen international artists. Push your creativity and skills with the fully-featured Level Editor and never run out of things to dodge.

    2013ActionIndieCasual7.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Intralism — Steam game cover

    Intralism

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    Intralism - fast and hard rhythm game. Listen to music and match arcs to the beat. Master all beatmaps or create your own and challenge friends in the online multiplayer. But remember: wrong button - failed try.

    2016ActionIndieCasual2.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Beat Hazard — Steam game cover

    Beat Hazard

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

    2010ActionIndieCasual9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    ONE BTN BOSSES — Steam game cover

    ONE BTN BOSSES

    Single-player alternative to ELLUSION — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Indie with ELLUSION.

    It's One Button Bosses, it's all in the name. You have one button. There are big bosses to beat. Push, tap, and bash in the handcrafted campaign or in the roguelike rifts.

    2024ActionIndie11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →