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Single-player games like Blast Horizon

Below are 8 single-player Steam games similar to Blast Horizon, 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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    Galactic Patrol — Steam game cover

    Galactic Patrol

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    A lost 1998 arcade-style shooter returns! Fight through 25 levels and 300+ waves of alien attacks inspired by classic shoot-'em-ups like Space Invaders and Galaga, featuring top-down, side-scrolling, and rear-view gameplay.

    2026Action0.59 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Psyvariar 3 — Steam game cover

    Psyvariar 3

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    2026Action15.99 USDDeck PlayableSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Void Wars — Steam game cover

    Void Wars

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    Dodge, shoot and free the galaxy of the evil space mega corp. Use a variety of different weapons and spaceships, each with different playstyles to overcome many challenging levels.

    2024ActionIndie5.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Beyond Horizon — Steam game cover

    Beyond Horizon

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    Battle across the galaxy, defeat powerful bosses, and uncover the mystery of Kuma's missing sister in this fast-paced top-down space shooter.

    2026ActionIndieCasual3.49 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    RESHOOTER — Steam game cover

    RESHOOTER

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.

    2026ActionIndieEarly Access12.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    Tenshi Gun Gun — Steam game cover

    Tenshi Gun Gun

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    A fast-paced angelic run‑and‑gun platformer with twin‑stick shooting, fluid movement, and a unique dual‑weapon system.

    ActionIndieSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    INSPACE 2980 — Steam game cover

    INSPACE 2980

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again!

    2018ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDSingle-playerSimilar games →
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    One Way Road: Firehunt — Steam game cover

    One Way Road: Firehunt

    Single-player alternative to Blast Horizon — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Blast Horizon.

    Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeSingle-playerSimilar games →