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Single-player games like Mission: Clear Space

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Mission: Clear Space, 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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    Wayfarer Colony: Veylan — Steam game cover

    Wayfarer Colony: Veylan

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Mission: Clear Space.

    Explore the uncharted Veylan star system as Kael, a Wayfarers pilot searching for a new home for humanity. Battle the rival Vesper Accord, survive hostile environments across diverse planets and moons, and uncover the story through 30 missions featuring retro-inspired gameplay and visuals.

    2026ActionCasualSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Viral Reload EX — Steam game cover

    Viral Reload EX

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission: Clear Space.

    Viral Reload EX is a shoot-em-up with a dash mechanic where you shrink down to fight infections at a microscopic scale! Can you defeat the evil Kyle Kaboom before he destroys the moon?

    2026ActionIndie7.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    AST-Hero — Steam game cover

    AST-Hero

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Mission: Clear Space.

    Fight for survival in this top-down shoot ‘em up in space, featuring unique hand-drawn visuals and sounds. It offers a challenging experience that is easy to learn, but difficult to master.

    2022ActionIndieCasual4.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Space Defense — Steam game cover

    Space Defense

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Mission: Clear Space.

    You and your space troop have a tough mission to defend Earth from an alien invasion in this epic space war. Will you be able to guide your troops to victory?

    2020ActionIndieCasual0.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Solaris - Arcade Edition — Steam game cover

    Solaris - Arcade Edition

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Mission: Clear Space.

    You take control from a spaceship called DV-01 to towards on stages until reach the "Special Stage" that is endless! Shoot on enemies to earn more points this is the focus. Enjoy! This is the Arcade Version from "Solaris The Second Law".

    2025ActionIndie1.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Neon Invaders — Steam game cover

    Neon Invaders

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Mission: Clear Space.

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.

    2022ActionCasual2.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Anceder — Steam game cover

    Anceder

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Mission: Clear Space.

    Dive in the VR arcade shoot-them-up (shmup, shoot'em up, bullet hell). A lot of action is awaiting you. "Insert coin" and jump in the shmup !

    2018ActionIndieCasual12.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Timeloop Titans — Steam game cover

    Timeloop Titans

    Single-player alternative to Mission: Clear Space — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action and Casual with Mission: Clear Space.

    Timeloop Titans is a fast-paced space arcade shooter where you defend the breathtaking Planet Gaia from relentless alien invasions. Upgrade your ship, conquer challenges, and save humanity in this cosmic battle for survival!

    2025ActionStrategyIndie9.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →