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Single-player games like Etymancy

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Etymancy, 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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    Kegs of Eternity — Steam game cover

    Kegs of Eternity

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

    A roguelite deckbuilder starrin' seven stubborn dwarves. Build yer decks, slay cursed monsters, crawl proper dungeons, drink plenty o' beer, find combos that ain't supposed to work, an' rebuild yer ruined settlement. One keg, one combo, one dwarf at a time.

    2027StrategyIndieRPGSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Against All Skies — Steam game cover

    Against All Skies

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

    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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    Sigils of Nightfall — Steam game cover

    Sigils of Nightfall

    Single-player alternative to Etymancy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Etymancy.

    Sigils of Nightfall is a roguelike deckbuilder that combines dungeon crawling with elements of the award-winning RPG, Mörk Borg. Embark on a dark journey, improve your character, and survive the horrors that will unleash the world's end.

    StrategyRPGSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Archon Soul: Prologue — Steam game cover

    Archon Soul: Prologue

    Single-player alternative to Etymancy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy with Etymancy.

    Archon Soul is a 2D roguelike dice-builder where you create powerful dice using swappable faces, runes, and bodies with unique effects. ​Draft spells, craft powerful synergies, defeat challenging enemies, and conquer the Archon's palace.

    2026StrategyFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Slay the Spire 2 — Steam game cover

    Slay the Spire 2

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

    The iconic roguelike deckbuilder returns. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, and discover relics of immense power in Slay the Spire 2!

    2026StrategyIndieEarly Access24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Into The Grid — Steam game cover

    Into The Grid

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

    Become a master hacker in this Cyberpunk Roguelike Deckbuilder. Explore the dangers of cyberspace and fight evil corporations. Build and upgrade a deck of powerful programs. Unlock perks and skills, and unleash digital hell on your enemies. Dive Into The Grid!

    2025StrategyIndieRPG11.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Become the Moon — Steam game cover

    Become the Moon

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

    Become the Moon is a challenging, deckbuilding auto battler. Choose from 10 unique characters, each with their own distinct playstyles. Assemble a team of powerful minions & cast cosmic spells where every run takes you one step closer to the moon.

    2025StrategyIndie10.19 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Super Fantasy Kingdom — Steam game cover

    Super Fantasy Kingdom

    Single-player alternative to Etymancy — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Strategy and Early Access with Etymancy.

    Rebuild your kingdom and explore a vibrant fantasy world in this roguelite city builder. Defeat hordes of monsters with a unique team of defenders as you harvest, build, mine, cook, brew, and grow. But if your defenses should fail, be prepared to watch it all burn!

    2025StrategySimulationRPG19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSingle-playerSimilar games →